Distributed control system-based process simulation

A Distributed Control System is being used to control the Defense Waste Processing Facility process at the Savannah River Site. Comprehensive knowledge of the Distributed Control System's structure, languages, and techniques gained during definition of the software has enabled us to extend its applications and define models of the field equipment to close the measurement/control loops. The reactive simulation that is the result of this work is realistic and flexible. As such, it provides a useful offline environment for training future site operators.