Diseño de un sistema semiautónomo de tanqueo a plantas eléctricas

Abstract

This project aims to design and simulate an autonomous fuel supply system for a Tier 4 datacenter located in the Sabana of Bogotá. The system is designed to supply fuel from three storage tanks (two 2,000-gallon and one 5,000-gallon) to three power plants, each with a capacity of 250 gallons. It also includes fuel transfer functionality between tanks, facilitating maintenance without supply disruptions.

The system is managed through a SCADA system implemented in TIA Portal, which allows remote monitoring and control. The main components include ultrasonic and capacitive level sensors for monitoring fuel, solenoid valves to direct the flow, a motor pump for fuel transfer, and an HMI interface for operator interaction. The system’s logic control is implemented in a Siemens S7-1200 PLC, chosen for its compatibility with TIA Portal and its ability to handle the necessary inputs and outputs of the system.

The design considers key technical aspects such as optimization of pipe diameters, pressure losses, response times and alarm management. Various operational scenarios are also simulated to ensure fuel flow efficiency and continuity of supply under critical conditions. This system reduces reliance on manual processes, improves security and increases the energy and operational efficiency of the data center.