Dynamic process plant simulation and scheduling: an expert systems approach

Abstract

The secure operation of a complex industrial process, such as a Steelmaking Meltshop or Nickel Smelter, depends almost entirely on a harmonic working relationship between the human operator and the real time process control environment. The introduction of sophisticated real time monitoring systems and faster than real time decision making modules, requires a new approach to dynamic process plant simulation, scheduling and production optimization under varying operating constraints. Based on the proven Expert Systems Methodologies of Knowledge Engineering and Rule-Based Logistics, The ADSI Scheduling Advisor has been successfully implemented on the shop floor of serveral major base metals producing facilities.