Projecto de um sistema de controlo remoto para o Grupo Turbina a Gás n.° 3 (GTG 3) da Central termoeléctrica de Maputo – CTM

Abstract

In industrial sectors, remote monitoring and control systems play a crucial role, asthey enable the remote supervision and management of processes, equipment, and systems. This results in enhanced operational efficiency, as human intervention is reduced, response times are faster, and operations are optimized. It is in this context that this project is presented, focusing on the development of a remote control system for Gas Turbine Group No. 3 (GTG 3) at the Maputo Thermal Power Plant - CTM. The project is based on the application of two programming software, one for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and the other for Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). It is worth noting that the group previously had a remote control system, albeit analog, which was dismantled during the construction of the Combined Cycle Plant. However, the signals received by the previous system remain functional and will be repurposed in this project. It is important to observe that the project follows the current trend in the modern industry, involving remote plant supervision through HMIs, which not only provide intuitive interfaces to operators but also collect data and provide alarms and vital information for maintenance planning.