Kruse Integration Dredge Simulation

Left Brain recently completed an interesting special project for client Kruse Integration – a dredge simulator.

Kruse looked to Left Brain to develop the visualization component for a series of dredge training systems. Left Brain used blueprints of actual dredges and a variety of photo resources to recreate the components visible to a dredge operator. We also developed a system which received values passed in from the programmable logic control (PLC) devices into the simulation, smoothing the rough numbers into realistic motion that was calibrated to be as close to reality as possible.

Here’s what Kruse had to say about the simulator:

“This simulator has every automation feature you could want in a Cutter Suction Dredge. Complete with real hydraulic and engine sounds and multiple background scenery selections. The simulator uses real physics to give exact results based on Operator intervention. Including line plug, cutter walk, low flow, cable break, cutter stall and many others. Each of the Kruse Integration automation features are included and ready for action. “

Below is a video showing the simulator in action:

Please visit www.KruseIntegration.com to learn more about their dredge systems and other products.