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Kawasaki Integrated Control System (KICS)

KICS is an integrated control system for operating multiple vessel devices like controllable pitch propellers, azimuth thrusters, side thrusters, rudders, etc.

Harnessing Kawasaki's control technology expertise in the field aviation and beyond, KICS is a line of state-of-the-art control systems employed by ferries, supply boats, cable layers, fishing boats and more.

It integrates the control of multiple vessel devices via the simple operation of a joystick and heading control dial. KICS can be linked to different navigational devices, enabling operators to incorporate anything from a dynamic positioning system (DPS) designed to automatically maintain a vessel's position and heading to an autopilot function that navigates a vessel along a charted course.
On top of automatically setting blade and rudder angles as well as r.p.m. to optimal levels for maximum vessel performance, it also saves energy.

Features and Product Lineup

KICS incorporates years of engineering experience and technological expertise in shipbuilding, propulsion and control systems. Optimal system engineering delivers optimal control of the entire vessel. Experienced in every facet of marine propulsion systems, Kawasaki draws from an extensive technological tool box to provide comprehensive support services for the entire system, including propulsors.

KICS-5000
•Dynamic positioning (meets DPS class 1, 2 and 3 requirements)
•Autopilot
•Can be combined with cable laying, fish-finding, or other special devices
•Integrated joystick and auto heading control
•Integrated mode or single mode

KICS-1000
•Entirely controlled via joystick
•Automatic heading control
•Integrated mode or single mode


KICS-5000	KICS-1000

Sample system configuration (KICS-5000)

KICS can pick up a range of ship motion data when incorporated with a gyrocompass, positioning system, vane anemometer, log, or other navigational devices. The system quickly calculates and automatically adjusts blade angles and revolution of multiple propulsors as well as the rudder angle to their optimal settings in light of wind, wave and other environmental conditions.