OSV Trainer
The NAUTIS OSV trainer allows captains to experience and train the handling of OSVs with different types of propulsion systems during offshore operations. The simulated OSVs are available with a conventional propulsion system or with 360-degree azimuth thrusters. Trainees can use the built-in DP system and control the vessel with a joystick. Interfacing with third party DP systems from Marine Technologies, L-3, Navis, Converteam and many others is possible. The OSV Trainer includes an easy to use set of instructor tools to prepare and control maneuvering exercises, multi-party rig move operations and finetune ship maneuvering parameters.
VSTEP offers integrated solutions combining the NAUTIS OSV Trainer software with different hardware configurations, to suit your budget and training requirements.
Training Applications:
Offshore tugging and towing
Ship assist work
High speed escort work
Oil rig and platform moves
Ship handling and manoeuvring of conventional vs. azimuth propulsion systems vs. DP joystick operations
Key Features
Different set-ups possible: ultra portable trainer using head mounted display, portable set-ups using multiple outside view screens, or fixed simulators
Full remotely controlled training sessions possible, limiting the travel time and cost
Instructor Station
Using the NAUTIS OSV Trainer Instructor Station, an instructor can introduce a more severe sea state, increase the wind or set the current on the fly, during a training session. The vessel immediately responds to the changed conditions, and the trainee needs to take the appropriate actions to keep the vessel in position, or move out in case the position is not maintainable. During a training session, the instructor can introduce faults and failures of the propulsion system and the navigation equipment, teaching the trainee the correct incident procedures and operations.
NAUTIS has a variety of offshore oil rigs and platforms built in, and new models are added continuously.The Instructor Station has facilities for adjusting the propulsion system of any vessel, to make it suit the maneuvering characteristics of any desired vessel. The simulated vessel can be made to match a very specific vessel, if enough data is known from the real vessel, like its technical data and its sea trials.
Simulator Configurations
According to client requirements and training goals, portable or fixed NAUTIS simulator setups are possible. The OSV simulator can be made extremely portable, using just a few laptops, vessel control boxes and projectors. Alternatively, fixed simulator set-ups can take any desired form or shape, using commodity PC and display equipment found anywhere in the world. The instructor can be at a completely different location than the trainee, using just an Internet connection between the two.
NAUTIS can also be used during the preparation phase of rig moves. Multiple trainee stations can log into the same session, so a rig move can be completely rehearsed by all the parties involved. The procedures can be practiced in a safe simulation environment, reducing the chances of error or miscommunication during the actual operation.
