Integration of simulation software arena with FMS control system

Abstract

Simulation software enables to build and process FMS models to analyse different aspects of the system operation. Such models, verified in simulation experiments, are ready to be used for FMS control to calculate control decisions. The idea of using simulation software Arena to control FMS is presented in the paper. Basic characteristic of modelling and simulation in Arena is presented. Arena real time module, which enables communication with external applications when the model is processed, is characterized. Required configuration options for Arena and the model are presented. To integrate Arena with local controllers of the FMS a computer program is designed. The proposed solution is implemented and verified for a real system.