A Distributed Control System (DCS) is the backbone of modern thermal power plant control systems, ensuring efficient and stable power generation. By integrating real-time data acquisition, process automation, and IoT in power plants, DCS optimizes operations while maintaining high reliability in harsh industrial environments.
A typical thermal power plant control system includes:
- Boiler & Turbine Control – Regulates steam pressure and temperature.
- Fuel & Combustion Management – Optimizes coal/gas usage.
- Generator & Grid Synchronization – Ensures stable power output.
- Emission Monitoring – Tracks pollutants (NOx, SO₂) for compliance.
DCS in thermal power plants centralizes these functions into a unified plant control system, improving efficiency by 10-15%.
