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1 INTRODUCTION
In this user manual you will learn the basic principles behind the UBD-model, and how to
operate it from the Human Machine Interface (HMI). The model simulates underbalanced
drilling (UBD), which is a method for drilling oil by using a lower pressure than the more
commonly used overbalanced drilling (OBD). These principles are explained in chapters 2.1 and
2.2.
You will also learn what controllers and transmitters that communicate with the computer, both
wired and wireless. The different programs used in the communication process will be explained
in basics. Figure 1-1 shows the pro plus workstation.
To operate the UBD-model a basic understanding of process automation and DeltaV is
preferable. If you do not possess this, please contact your teacher to get access to the DeltaV
training station. In this guide we will not go into the programming, but you will be given
information needed to operate the model.
Figure 1-1 Pro Plus
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