The first system for control (SCADA) and the first methods for simulation and optimization by Stoner, P. Wong and M. Sukharev
First method for selection and load sharing between serial and parallel serial compressors by L. Ostromuhov
Duplication of DP and NLP for steady state optimization of gas networks with complex compressor stations by Stoner
Use of NLP for gas networks with compressor stations of simple structure by T. Jenicek
Optimization software is used in addition to the existing control software. It can be used on- and off-line for purposes like:
Fully automated
Field proven
Payback period less than six months