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K-Sim® DP Maneuvering - Class A

K-Sim DP Advanced is normally used for advanced simulator courses in the NI training scheme.

K-Sim DP Advanced

K-Sim DP Advanced is typically used for advanced simulator courses in the NI training scheme. It features KONGSBERG’s dual redundant, type-approved K-Pos DP system—identical to the one used on hundreds of vessels worldwide.

Thanks to its performance and market share, many shipowners prefer using KONGSBERG DP equipment for crew training.

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Training Objectives

Operator errors in DP operations can lead to costly downtime or serious incidents. K-Sim DP Advanced supports comprehensive training for key DP personnel, reducing risk and enhancing safety.

Equipment and Configuration

The simulator includes a dual redundant K-Pos DP console and controller, linked to an instructor station for exercise control and fault simulation. Realism increases with visual scenes and bridge equipment, enabling advanced procedural training.

Instructor

Instructors can guide students through realistic DP scenarios, with accurate simulator responses enhancing learning outcomes.

Simulated DP Vessels

Training covers a wide range of DP vessel types:

  • Supply vessels
  • Shuttle tankers
  • Drillships
  • Semi-submersible units
  • Custom vessel models with corresponding DP and hydrodynamic systems

DP Features – K-Sim® DP, Manoeuvring Simulator

K-Sim® DP, Manoeuvring is a full mission simulator for DP and joystick manoeuvring, meeting Nautical Institute DP Simulator Class NI-A standards.

Key features include:

    • Realistic K-Pos DP user interface
    • Automatic station-keeping (position/heading change, autopilot, auto track)
    • Manual joystick operation
    • Simulated vessel behavior, thruster performance, and environmental effects (wind/current)
    • Simulated position-reference systems and sensors

    For enhanced realism, the system can be fully integrated with KONGSBERG reference systems, third-party products, and a range of offshore bridge equipment.

    Lifecycle support for your vessel

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