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SEDCO 709: first dynamically stationed semi-submersible. Part II. Data management system helps reduce downtime and maintenance costs. [Up to 6,000 ft]

Journal Article · · Ocean Ind.; (United States)
OSTI ID:7329236
Part of the success of drilling in water depths of over 2000 ft without anchors depends on the reliability of the power generating plant, the thruster/propulsion units, and the dynamic positioning system. To increase reliability and safety, instantaneous information on equipment performance is needed. SEDCO designed the Data Management System (DMS) which was installed on the drill ships SEDCO 471 and SEDCO 472 and the semi-submersible SEDCO 709. The system basically consists of two units: the DMS control console and a computer system. The system description and operation are discussed.
Research Organization:
SEDCO, Inc., Dallas
OSTI ID:
7329236
Journal Information:
Ocean Ind.; (United States), Journal Name: Ocean Ind.; (United States) Vol. 12:1; ISSN OCIDA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English