Simulator Integration Service: Now Generally Available in Cognite Data Fusion!

We're excited to announce that the Simulator Integration Service is now generally available in Cognite Data Fusion! This milestone shows our dedication to making it easier to create Process Twins by linking simulation tools with real-time operational data. By integrating simulation capabilities with updated equipment information and live operational data, organizations can generate valuable new insights for more efficient operations.

What is the Simulator Integration Service?

The Simulator Integration Service is designed to easily connect simulation tools with industrial data in Cognite Data Fusion. It allows you to:

• Run simulations automatically using real-time operational data
• Store and version control simulation models
• Configure and schedule simulation routines
• Track and analyze simulation results over time
• Integrate with various industry-standard simulators

Key Capabilities

Vendor-Agnostic Integration

Out-of-the-box support for popular simulators such as PROSPER, GAP, Petro-SIM, Symmetry, and DWSIM, along with a developer toolkit for creating custom simulator connectors.

Automated Simulation Workflows

Configure simulation routines to run automatically based on:

• Scheduled intervals
• Real-time operational triggers
• API calls for programmatic execution

Smart Data Handling

• Advanced data sampling and validation for representative simulations
• Configurable steady-state detection for reliable results when sampling data for steady state simulations
• Logical validation checks for input data quality
• Flexible input/output mapping between CDF and simulators

Results Management

• Automatic storage of simulation results
• Version control for models and routines
• Comprehensive logging and monitoring
• Time series integration for trending and analysis

Use Cases

The Simulator Integration Service supports a variety of use cases, including:

• Real-time asset performance optimization
• Predictive maintenance
• What-if scenario analysis
• Digital twin development
• Virtual flow metering
• Production optimization

Getting Started

Ready to integrate your simulators with CDF? Here’s how to get started:

1. Download and install the appropriate connector for your simulator from the CDF user interface
2. Configure the connector to connect to your CDF project
3. Start creating models and routines using the Simulators API and user interface

Resources

• Check out our documentation for more details about the Simulator Integration service
• Visit our API reference for information on available endpoints
• Contact your Cognite representative for support on enabling this feature

We’re eager to see how you leverage the Simulator Integration Service to build powerful Process Twins. Share your use cases and feedback in this dedicated community group!