WP - DeltaV - InSight For Intelligent Process Control
WP - DeltaV - InSight For Intelligent Process Control
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DeltaV Whitepaper
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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 3
DeltaV InSight provides a systematic approach to improving control by monitoring control performance; identifying
and diagnosing problem loops; recommending tuning and maintenance improvements; and continuously adapting
to changing conditions to optimize plant performance.
What makes DeltaV InSight special is its ability to automatically learn process characteristics by continuously
evaluating plant conditions and calculating process models based on normal day-to-day operations. These
process models may be applied in a wide range of applications to precisely benchmark control performance,
diagnose problems, calculate tuning parameters, adjust tuning for adaptive control, test control configurations,
and train operators.
DeltaV InSight has evolved from Emerson’s research in the area of on-line adaptive control technology. The core
Adapt Technology provides the ability to efficiently calculate dynamic response models based on normal day-to-
day operations. The original intent for this technology was for closed loop adaptive control; however it became
apparent through customer interviews and marketing surveys that the Adapt technology could be used in many
other ways to monitor performance, identify and diagnose problems, and improve control performance across the
entire control system. By incorporating the Adapt learning algorithms throughout the DeltaV control system, we
are able to systematically identify opportunities, diagnose problems, and automatically improve performance
through Intelligent Process Control.
DeltaV InSight is the intelligent evolution of our legacy products DeltaV Inspect and DeltaV Tune. DeltaV Insight
incorporates all the functionality of the original Inspect and Tune products, plus significant improvements in model
based monitoring, diagnostics, and adaptive tuning.
Emerson has revolutionized the process control industry with the introduction
of PlantWeb which provides Predictive Intelligence through the use of
Intelligent Field Devices. We now take Predictive Intelligence a step further
with the introduction of Intelligent Control. By embedding learning
algorithms directly into the control system, we can systematically apply the
knowledge we acquire to:
Identify problems and diagnose causes such as faulty valves or process interactions
Never before have intelligent learning algorithms been implemented across an entire control system to identify
control performance problems and profit opportunities. The knowledge acquired by these learning algorithms
provide an insight into the process previously only possible through weeks and months of testing by control
experts. Now control engineers can quickly measure the performance of their plant and troubleshoot problems in
a fraction of the time it takes with traditional control systems.
DeltaV InSight provides Intelligent Control using Emerson’s Adapt Technology which enables DeltaV to
automatically Learn a process, Evaluate its performance, and Improve control through advisory or closed loop
adaptive control.
The embedded Adapt algorithms provide DeltaV the ability to Learn or acquire knowledge about a process by
constantly observing every control loop and identifying process models. As conditions change, the algorithms re-
identify or re-learn the process automatically; and can remember the process behavior for different operating
conditions. Therefore when conditions change, such as feed rate or product selection, DeltaV InSight can
remember the process characteristics based on past experience.
We can then use this information to Evaluate control loop performance, by continuously validating our process
models and using them as benchmarks for comparing current performance vs. best performance. The models
can also be used to diagnose problems when the process doesn’t respond as expected; for example, with a
sticking valve.
And third we take action to Improve Control Performance by Advising Operations when control loops are
underperforming, recommending tuning parameters or maintenance action, and ultimately provide automatic
retuning of control loops with continuous adaptive control.
By Learning the Process, Evaluating Control Performance, Diagnosing problems, and Improving plant
performance, we are extending the power of PlantWeb’s Predictive Intelligence all the way from intelligent field
devices through an Intelligent Control system.
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Monitor Advanced
Performance Control
DeltaV InSight provides an integrated control performance suite of applications to monitor, analyze, diagnose, and
improve control performance. With DeltaV InSight the user can:
Monitor performance of all control loops and process measurements to detect abnormal conditions such as
high process variability, limited control outputs, or manual operation. Gain insight into process performance
with embedded learning algorithms which identify process models and performance indices.
Identify and prioritize problem loops based on control performance and operational importance
Analyze and diagnose process performance to pinpoint the cause of control problems such as poor tuning or
limited control valves.
Quickly tune loops with adaptive tuning which recommends tuning based on normal day-to-day operations; no
invasive plant tests are required. Adaptive tuning is possible with our embedded learning algorithms which
continuously calculate adaptive process models and diagnostics for every loop in DeltaV
Adapt to changing conditions with continuous closed loop adaptive control; ideal for non-linear processes or
processes with significant changes that frequently need new tuning.
Build a strong foundation for advanced control by keeping critical loops well tuned and operating properly.
DeltaV InSight is the intelligent evolution of our legacy DeltaV Inspect and DeltaV Tune products. All of the
capabilities of Inspect and Tune are maintained plus significant new features are added including:
A new user interface provides seamless navigation between monitoring, diagnostics, and advanced tuning
functions. New trends provide historical benchmarking for control performance indices.
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Process model analysis provides additional insight into process characteristics. Embedded learning
algorithms continuously calculate new process models for monitoring, tuning, and analysis.
Tuning recommendations are available for every control loop in the system with no additional plant testing.
Model based performance monitoring accurately identifies control loops that are underperforming with a new
Tuning Index.
Control performance reports are easily scheduled or generated on-demand to provide operations,
maintenance and control personnel with reports that track key performance indicators.
Closed loop adaptive control continuously updates tuning parameters and remembers optimal tuning for up to
five operating regions.
And best of all, this technology is completely embedded into DeltaV and does not require any additional
configuration. As an embedded application in the DeltaV system, InSight requires no software installation,
integration, or configuration. Using DeltaV software’s common configuration database, InSight automatically
recognizes input, output and control blocks as they are added to or deleted from the system. This means faster
startups and less maintenance.
Never before has a Control System provided embedded learning algorithms for every control
loop; enabling intelligent monitoring, diagnostics, and adaptive tuning.
DeltaV InSight calculates process models based on process changes made by the operator or automated
procedures such as batch control sequences. Whenever there is a change in the setpoint (or output when
controller is in manual), InSight captures the process input and output data and performs an efficient calculation to
identify process dynamics. These process models are stored in a database for users to evaluate performance
over time and to identify potential process non-linearities and degradations, such as the fouling of catalysts, heat
transfer surfaces, and sensors.
A unique aspect of DeltaV InSight is that it is an embedded part of every DeltaV system. Calculations for control
performance, diagnostics, adaptive tuning, and adaptive control are performed directly in the controller. Historical
data analysis and reporting are performed on a PC workstation with user access from any DeltaV PC on the
system network. DeltaV InSight's architecture is shown below.
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Embedding DeltaV InSight into the automation system improves both ease of use and calculation performance.
InSight is easy to use because there is no additional configuration required. InSight configuration is automatic:
every time a control loop is added, deleted, or modified in the control system, InSight configuration is
automatically updated with the latest configuration. DeltaV InSight also performs better because the control
calculations are embedded directly in the controller. Calculations for control performance, diagnostics, and tuning
require a lot of information, which can significantly add to system communications loading. Embedded
calculations greatly reduce the system communications as compared with traditional OPC data access.
Furthermore, for fast loops, it’s virtually impossible to scan the control loop via OPC fast enough for accurate
calculations.
DeltaV InSight provides control performance monitoring for you to quickly assess control conditions across your
entire system. Overview displays provide a summary of the abnormal control conditions for the selected system,
area and module level. Once an abnormal condition is detected, you may easily drill down to get detailed
performance metrics and historical information on specific control blocks.
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DeltaV InSight calculates the percent time that these control conditions exist and reports them as an abnormal
condition if the percent time exceeds a defined global limit. Abnormal control conditions are indicated in overview
graphs and summary tables from which the user may drill down on specific blocks for more detailed control
performance indices and historical trends.
Variability Index (or modified Harris Index) is calculated for each control block and indicates the control
performance as compared to minimum variance control.
% Time Limited provides an indication of how often any of the control conditions listed above are active.
DeltaV InSight performance monitoring is easy to use because it automatically configures itself as control
strategies are added to or deleted from the system. No communications interface or mapping of tags is required.
Default performance limits for control conditions and performance indices are provided and may be easily
changed based on your specific knowledge of your process.
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Asset Alert Monitoring
DeltaV InSight also provides overview displays with summary status information for all devices (Fieldbus and
HART) that are monitored for maintenance state. Four asset alert levels are reported including: Asset Failed,
Maintenance Soon, Advisory, and Communications Failed. Detailed asset information is also easily available by
launching AMS Device Manager from DeltaV InSight for any device in question.
Adaptive tuning—Uses past operator changes in setpoint or output to automatically provide tuning
recommendations. No additional plant tests are required.
Adaptive Control
With DeltaV InSight’s Adaptive Control (Adapt), you may never
have to re-tune that problem loop again. Adaptive controllers
continuously adjust their tuning parameters to account for
changing conditions and non-linear process dynamics. And
Adapt not only calculates optimal tuning when process
conditions change, but also remembers the best tuning from the
last time it was controlling in the same operating region. So
Adapt learns and adjusts to new environments, AND remembers
the last time it experienced similar conditions. This is truly
“Intelligent Control”.
Coordinates model identification and adaptive tuning calculations for closed-loop, automatic mode.
For maximum flexibility, DeltaV Adapt enables PID blocks to operate in one of three adaptive control modes:
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Full Adaptive Mode – Continuously adjusts tuning parameters based on the last good model calculated for
each operating region.
Partial Adaptive Mode – Adjusts tuning parameters only when operating regions change, and only using
process models that have been approved for each region.
Learn Only Mode – Process learning and adaptive tuning recommendations are calculated for each operating
region but no tuning parameter changes are written to the on-line PID block.
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