Software
Controllab is the owner and developer of 20-sim, the gold standard for real-time simulation of heavy machines.
20-sim
Controllab is the owner and developer of the 20-sim software. This Software is the gold standard for real-time simulation of heavy machines. industry leaders such as DEME, Allseas, Van Oord and Boskalis rely on it to get their operations right.
Some key reasons why 20-sim stands out are:
- 20-sim is super fast. you can create simulation models of very large and complex machines that still simulated in real-time.
- 20-sim simulation models are very accurate.
- 20-sim models are easy to couple with PLC’s for HIL simulation and Unity for training simulators.
Unity
Unity is a real-time 3D development engine widely used for creating 2D and 3D games, simulations and interactive experiences. We use Unity to couple our 20-sim models and create training simulators. The parts that we develop in Unity are:
- 3D visualisation: real-life visualisations of the simulated machine and its environment
- operator interface: a 2D interface that allows an operator to steer the machine
- trainer interface: a 2D interface that allows a trainer to run the training
Automation
We have developed a set of tools that enable us to efficiently and effectively create high-quality digital twins:
- CAD import: Import CAD drawings, assign degrees of freedom, and automatically generate dynamic models.
- Model Library: A library of machine components that have been validated using measurements taken from real machines.
- Model Builder: Use scripts to automatically create simulation models using validated library components.
- Interface Tool: Define interfaces between 20-sim models and PLCs. Generate IO modelling automatically.
