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Vibrator Simulator 10

Vibrator electronics testing and training for servo-hydraulic vibrator systems.

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Vibrator Simulator 10

Vibrator Simulator 10

Overview

The Vibrator Simulator 10, or VS10, simulates an actual servo-hydraulic vibrator for testing vibroseis control electronics and training seismic personnel.

The VS10 is useful for verifying vibrator electronics and vibrator wiring before field deployment. It helps crews test control systems, confirm wiring operation, and train operators without needing to use a full vibrator truck.

The system simulates key vibrator components including a three-stage hydraulic system, torque motor, pilot stage, main stage, valve LVDT, reaction mass LVDT, accelerometer outputs, earth resonance notch switching, and the four-way valve lift system.

Features

Servo-Hydraulic Vibrator Simulation
  • Simulates an actual servo-hydraulic vibrator
  • Supports vibroseis control electronics testing
  • Supports operator and technician training
  • Useful for old and new vibrator systems
  • Portable system housed in a field case
Hydraulic System Simulation
  • Three-stage hydraulic system simulation
  • Torque motor simulation
  • Pilot stage simulation
  • Main stage simulation
  • Four-way valve lift system simulation
Sensor and Feedback Simulation
  • Main stage valve LVDT simulation
  • Reaction mass LVDT simulation
  • Seismic Source M6 accelerometer simulation
  • Pelton M5 accelerometer simulation
  • Earth resonance notch x4/x1 switch
Bar Graph Displays
  • Torque motor current bar graph
  • Valve displacement bar graph
  • Reaction mass displacement bar graph
Polarity Reversal Switches
  • Torque Motor polarity reversal switch
  • Valve LVDT Primary polarity reversal switch
  • Valve LVDT Secondary polarity reversal switch
  • Reaction Mass LVDT Primary polarity reversal switch
  • Reaction Mass LVDT Secondary polarity reversal switch
Control and Status Switches
  • Down Enable switch with LED
  • Accelerometer Normal switch with LED
  • Accelerometer Disconnect switch
Lift System Status LEDs
  • Full Up status LED
  • Half Up status LED
  • Half Down status LED
  • Full Down status LED

Benefits

Save Production Time
  • The VS10 allows crews to verify vibrator electronics and wiring before field production, reducing troubleshooting time on active jobs.
Train Personnel Without a Vibrator Truck
  • Operators and technicians can learn servo-hydraulic vibrator operation and control electronics behavior without tying up field equipment.
Improve Troubleshooting
  • Bar graphs, polarity switches, control switches, and lift status indicators make it easier to diagnose control and wiring issues.
Support Multiple Vibrator Types
  • The VS10 can be used for testing and training with both old vibrators and newer vibrator systems.
Reduce Field Risk
  • Testing electronics in a simulator helps confirm proper operation before connecting to full hydraulic vibrator equipment.
Improve Electronics Verification
  • Simulated LVDT, accelerometer, torque motor, and lift system signals help verify vibroseis control electronics under realistic conditions.

Related Applications

The VS10 is used for vibroseis electronics testing, troubleshooting, and training.

Vibrator Electronics Testing
  • Verify vibroseis control electronics before connecting to a vibrator truck.
Vibrator Wiring Verification
  • Confirm proper wiring operation and signal behavior before field production.
Operator Training
  • Train personnel on servo-hydraulic vibrator operation without requiring a working vibrator in the shop.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Use simulated feedback signals to troubleshoot vibrator control electronics and field wiring issues.
Large Seismic Operations
  • Support vibroseis fleets by reducing downtime and improving shop testing capability.

Brochure

Vibrator Simulator 10 Brochure