A field wiring design system and design method thereof

Abstract

A field wiring design system and a design method thereof belong to the field of field wiring systems in the industrial control industry, and specifically relate to a field wiring design system and a design method thereof. The present invention provides a field wiring design system and a design method thereof that has a simple system, low operating difficulty, and can automatically generate a list. In the present invention, the file management module is used to create new files, import files, and delete files; the template management module is used to generate corresponding hub templates according to requirements, and connect the generated template ports to the grassroots communication module and the gateway module respectively; the component library management module is used to call standard components and customize the properties of non-standard components; the function definition module is used to classify, refine the properties and make notes for the selected components; the output module is used to generate detailed project information for the drawn project, and output the detailed project information. The present invention is mainly used for field wiring of hubs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of field wiring systems in the industrial control industry, and in particular relates to a field wiring design system and a design method thereof. Background Art

[0002] Currently, wiring diagram drawing systems commonly used in the industrial control industry, such as EPLAN and CAD, are not designed for field wiring. Therefore, the drawing process is relatively cumbersome, and wiring operators who operate these systems require a certain level of circuit knowledge to understand the drawings. Selecting modules, making connections, and finally generating the bill of materials (BOMs) require extensive and time-consuming work. Furthermore, these systems lack automatic BOM generation, forcing operators to create their own, which is not only time-consuming but also prone to errors.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need for a field wiring design system and a design method that are simple in system, easy to operate, and can automatically generate a list. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Aiming at the defects of existing wiring diagram drawing systems that are complex, difficult to operate and cannot automatically generate lists, the present invention provides a field wiring design system and design method that has a simple system, low operation difficulty and can automatically generate lists.

[0005] The technical solutions of the present invention are as follows:

[0006] The present invention relates to a field wiring design system, which includes a file management module, a template management module, a component library management module, a function definition module and an output module;

[0007] The file management module is used to create new files, import files and delete files;

[0008] The template management module is used to generate corresponding hub templates according to requirements and connect the generated template ports to the grassroots communication module and the gateway module respectively;

[0009] The component library management module is used to call standard components and customize properties of non-standard components;

[0010] The function definition module is used to classify, refine attributes and make notes for the selected components;

[0011] The output module is used to generate detailed project information for the drawn project and output the detailed project information.

[0012] Furthermore, the newly created file includes creating a new existing template and creating a new blank template, the imported file includes importing a historical file and editing it, and the permission to delete a file is limited to files newly created by the same user.

[0013] Furthermore: the hub template includes a single-signal template and a dual-signal template.

[0014] Furthermore: the calling of the standard components includes direct selection and attribute filtering. The direct selection is to directly enter the component model and click to confirm the target component in the displayed component library; the attribute filtering is to gradually add attributes and click the target component in the filtering results; the custom attributes include configuration attributes, additional attributes and modified attributes.

[0015] Furthermore: the function definition module classifies, refines the properties and makes remarks of the components according to their properties, functions, applications or line marks.

[0016] Furthermore: the output module includes generating a wiring diagram and a component list.

[0017] The method for designing a field wiring design system according to the present invention comprises the following steps:

[0018] Step 1: Start the design system;

[0019] Step 2: Add a new product template type;

[0020] Step 3: Define the product's wiring method based on the selected product template type and generate the product model;

[0021] Step 4: Define the target component;

[0022] Step 5: Define the properties of the automatically generated cables;

[0023] Step 6. The cable style changes to the selected connector style and a complete material number is generated;

[0024] Step 7: Repeat steps 2 to 6 until all components are defined.

[0025] Step 8: Gradually define each module of the entire project until the entire project is fully defined;

[0026] Step 9. Save the drawing files of the entire project, generate a complete product list, and select the output method for output.

[0027] Furthermore: the step 4 includes the following steps:

[0028] Step 41: confirm whether the component is the target component. If so, proceed to step 42; if not, proceed to step 43;

[0029] Step 42: Select the target component in the component library, and the target component will be automatically connected to the template;

[0030] Step 43: Customize component properties, gradually add property keywords, and filter components in the component library based on the properties until the target component is displayed. Click the target component; if the target component is not found in the component library, customize a new target component and add it to the component library.

[0031] Furthermore: the step eight comprises the following steps:

[0032] Step 81: Determine whether the current flowing through the component exceeds the rated value. If so, proceed to step 82; if not, proceed to step 83;

[0033] Step 82: A warning message pops up and the abnormal component is redefined;

[0034] Step 83: Check whether all components in a module have been selected. If not, proceed to step 7; if so, proceed to step 84.

[0035] Step 84: Repeat steps 2 to 83 to define the components of the next module;

[0036] Step 85: Are all modules in the entire project defined? If not, proceed to step 84; if so, proceed to step 9.

[0037] The beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0038] The present invention relates to a field wiring design system and a design method thereof, which is a system for field wiring design in the industrial control industry, and mainly realizes the simplification of field wiring drawing design and automatic generation of component BOM. The system greatly simplifies the design work of industrial field wiring drawings, and can automatically generate component BOMs, further reducing the drawing and BOM production time. In addition, the wiring diagrams designed by this system are concise and easy to understand, and the graphics are close to the real objects. The wiring drawings generated by the system are more intuitive, which greatly reduces the requirements for the field wiring personnel's ability to read drawings. Save on-site wiring labor costs. Compared with traditional wiring design software, this system makes the design process more intuitive and simple, and can automatically generate BOMs, which not only saves the time of making BOMs, but also ensures a high degree of consistency between BOMs and drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0039] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the field wiring design system of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 2 The present invention is a flowchart of a design method of a field wiring design system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] The technical solution of the present invention is further described below with reference to the embodiments, but is not limited thereto. Any modification or equivalent replacement of the technical solution of the present invention that does not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0042] Example 1

[0043] Combine Figure 1 and Figure 2 To illustrate this embodiment, in this embodiment, a field wiring design system involved in this embodiment includes a file management module, a template management module, a component library management module, a function definition module and an output module;

[0044] The file management module is used to create new files, import files and delete files;

[0045] The template management module is used to generate corresponding hub templates according to requirements and connect the generated template ports to the grassroots communication module and the gateway module respectively;

[0046] The component library management module is used to call standard components and customize properties of non-standard components;

[0047] The function definition module is used to classify, refine attributes and make notes for the selected components;

[0048] The output module is used to generate and output detailed project information for the completed project. This configuration is intended to: This embodiment utilizes a file management module, a template management module, a component library management module, a function definition module, and an output module to configure components within each module of the target project and ultimately generate a product list. The template management module allows users to generate blank templates for corresponding hubs, base-level communication modules, and gateway modules based on their needs. Users can also add commonly used components to create their own dedicated templates for quick access later.

[0049] Example 2

[0050] This embodiment is explained in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, the embodiment involves a field wiring design system, wherein the newly created file includes creating a new existing template and a new blank template, the imported file includes importing a historical file and editing it, and the permission to delete the file is limited to the newly created files by the same user. The purpose of such setting is: Create a new file: You can create a new existing template file and a blank file. Import a file: Directly import a previously saved JSON file and edit it based on the open file. Delete a file: The newly created file will exist in the personal account after editing is completed, and will only be cleared if the user deletes it himself.

[0051] Example 3

[0052] This embodiment is explained in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, the present embodiment involves a field wiring design system, and the intelligent hub template includes a single-signal template and a dual-signal template. The purpose of such setting is: Single-signal intelligent hub template: After creating a new single-signal template, an 8-way signal interface and a hub outlet mode selection box are automatically generated on the canvas. Dual-signal intelligent hub template: After creating a new dual-signal template, a 16-way signal interface and a hub outlet mode selection box are automatically generated on the canvas. After creating a new single-signal template, an 8-way signal interface and a hub outlet mode selection box are automatically generated on the canvas. Dual-signal intelligent hub template: After creating a new dual-signal template, a 16-way signal interface and a hub outlet mode selection box are automatically generated on the canvas. Base communication module template: After creating a new base communication module template, an 8-way signal interface and a module model confirmation box are automatically generated on the canvas. CC-Link Gateway Template: After creating a CC-Link Gateway template, a CC-Link cascade interface and a Modbus cascade port are automatically generated on the canvas. The Modbus cascade port can continue to add a base communication module template.

[0053] Example 4

[0054] This embodiment is described in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, a field wiring design system is involved. The standard component callout includes direct selection and attribute filtering. Direct selection involves directly entering the component model and then selecting the target component from the displayed component library. Attribute filtering involves gradually adding attributes and selecting the target component from the filtered results. Custom attributes include configuration attributes, additional attributes, and modified attributes. The purpose of this setup is to: Component attribute addition: Important parameters such as input / output, current, detection distance, polarity, and detection distance for newly added or existing components can be added or modified to accurately select the desired component during filtering. Component call: Component call can be divided into two categories. One is when the specific model of the component has been confirmed, the component can be selected directly (first click the component placement box to be placed in the canvas, and then click the specific component to be placed in the component library on the left); the other is when only some properties of the sensor have been confirmed but not a specific model. Double-click the component placement box to be placed in the canvas, and then select the confirmed properties of the component one by one. The components displayed in the alternative component window at the bottom will gradually decrease as the clicked properties increase, and finally only the components that meet the defined standards will remain. Then click the final selected component and confirm.

[0055] Example 5

[0056] This embodiment is described in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, a field wiring design system is involved, wherein the function definition module classifies, refines, and annotates components based on their attributes, functions, applications, or line labels. The purpose of this setup is as follows: Classification and Key Attributes: This function provides a component customization window open to customers, allowing users to define some of the component's attributes (such as rated current) to resolve situations where a specific sensor cannot be found in the component library. Remarks: Annotate component library components or customized components to reflect the component's function, specific application, or line label.

[0057] Example 6

[0058] This embodiment is explained in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, the output module of a field wiring design system involved in this embodiment includes generating a wiring diagram and a component list. The purpose of such setting is: Print / save wiring diagram: After the wiring diagram design is completed, the drawing can be directly printed (horizontal and vertical versions are optional) or saved as a JSON file (this file can only be opened in this design software). BOM storage: After the wiring diagram design is completed, the corresponding BOM will be automatically generated on the right side of the software. The BOM contains the name of each wiring module and all components, cables and accessories used by the module, and the BOM can be directly exported as an Excel table for direct use when purchasing and inquiring.

[0059] Example 7

[0060] Combine Figure 2 This embodiment is described in conjunction with Example 1. In this embodiment, a design method for a field wiring design system described in this embodiment includes the following steps:

[0061] Step 1: Start the design system, first draw the schematic diagram, and then import the drawn schematic diagram;

[0062] Step 2: Enter the Start command to enter the design page and enter the New Model command. In the File Management module, add a new product template type and enter the Add Template command. Select a specific single-signal template or dual-signal template. The corresponding product and the corresponding number of interfaces will be automatically generated on the canvas. For example, a single signal will generate 8 dashed lines and dashed boxes, and a dual signal will generate 16 dashed lines and dashed boxes.

[0063] Step 3: Define the product's wire outlet method according to the selected product template type and generate the product model. Click the dotted box to pop up the product's wire outlet method selection box and confirm the wire outlet method. The product will be displayed in a complete state and a complete model will be generated.

[0064] Step 4: Define the target component;

[0065] Step 5: Define the properties of the automatically generated cables;

[0066] Step 6. The cable style changes to the style of the selected connector and a complete part number is generated. Click the required cable length and connector style. The cable style changes to the style of the selected connector and a complete part number is generated.

[0067] Step 7: Repeat steps 2 to 6 to define the components of the next port until all components are defined.

[0068] Step 8: Gradually define each module of the entire project until the entire project is fully defined;

[0069] Step 9: Save the entire project's drawing files, generate a complete product list, and select an output method. Enter the Save command to automatically save the drawing. Enter the Generate List command to automatically generate a product list thumbnail. Click the list to view the complete, high-definition list. You can then save the list as a spreadsheet, generate JSON, or other computer-readable format. Then, depending on the length of the list, select landscape or portrait printing. The printer executes the print command, including virtual or physical printers.

[0070] Example 8

[0071] This embodiment is described in conjunction with Example 7. In this embodiment, in the design method of a field wiring design system described in this embodiment, step 4 includes the following steps:

[0072] Step 41: confirm whether the component is the target component. If so, proceed to step 42; if not, proceed to step 43;

[0073] Step 42: Click the target component in the component library, and the target component will automatically connect to the template; click the dotted box of the product to automatically call the corresponding component library, and click the component of the same model in the component library;

[0074] Step 4.3: Customize component properties. Gradually add attribute keywords. Filter components in the component library based on the attributes until the target component is displayed. Click the target component. If the target component is not found in the component library, customize a new target component and add it to the component library. Click the dotted box for the product and enter attribute keywords in the component customization box. Gradually add keywords to narrow the component range. If the target component is displayed, click to add it to the template. If the target component is not displayed, add a new component, customize its name and attributes, and add it to the component library.

[0075] Example 9

[0076] This embodiment is described in conjunction with Example 7. In this embodiment, in the design method of a field wiring design system described in this embodiment, step eight includes the following steps:

[0077] Step 81: Determine whether the current flowing through the component exceeds the rated value. If so, proceed to step 82; if not, proceed to step 83;

[0078] Step 82: A warning message pops up and the abnormal component is redefined;

[0079] Step 83: Check whether all components in a module have been selected. If not, proceed to step 7; if so, proceed to step 84.

[0080] Step 84: Repeat steps 2 to 83 to define the components of the next module;

[0081] Step 85: Are all modules in the entire project defined? If not, proceed to step 84; if so, proceed to step 9.

Claims

1. A field wiring design system, characterized in that: It includes file management module, template management module, component library management module, function definition module and output module; The file management module is used to create new files, import files and delete files; The template management module is used to generate corresponding exclusive templates according to needs. The exclusive templates include blank templates and components of hub templates, grassroots communication modules, and gateway modules; The hub template port is connected to the blank templates of the base communication module and the gateway module respectively; The component library management module is used to call standard components and customize properties of non-standard components; The function definition module is used to classify, refine attributes and make notes for the selected components; The output module is used to generate detailed project information for the drawn project and output the detailed project information; The permission to create a new file includes creating an existing template and creating a blank template, the permission to import a file includes importing a historical file and editing it, and the permission to delete a file is limited to files created by the same user; The hub template includes a single-signal template and a dual-signal template; Single-signal smart hub template: After creating a single-signal template, 8-way signal interfaces and a hub outlet selection box are automatically generated on the canvas; Dual-signal smart hub template: After creating a dual-signal template, 16-way signal interfaces and a hub outlet selection box are automatically generated on the canvas; The calling of standard components includes direct selection and attribute screening. Direct selection means directly entering the component model and selecting the target component in the displayed component library. Attribute screening means gradually adding attributes and selecting the target component in the screening results. Custom attributes include configuration attributes, additional attributes, and modified attributes. The function definition module classifies, refines and annotates components according to their properties, functions, applications or line markings; The output module includes generating wiring diagrams and component lists.

2. A method for designing a field wiring design system, using the field wiring design system of claim 1 for design, characterized in that: It includes the following steps: Step 1: Start the design system, first draw the schematic diagram, and then import the drawn schematic diagram; Step 2: Add a new product template type: Enter the Start command to enter the design page, enter the New Model command, add a new product template type in the File Management module, enter the Add Template command, select a specific single-signal template or dual-signal template, and the corresponding product and the corresponding number of interfaces will be automatically generated on the canvas. For example, a single signal generates 8 dashed lines and dashed boxes, and a dual signal generates 16 dashed lines and dashed boxes. Step 3: Define the product's wire outlet method according to the selected product template type and generate the product model. Click the dotted box to pop up the product's wire outlet method selection box and confirm the wire outlet method. The product will be displayed in a complete state and a complete model will be generated. Step 4: Define the target component; Step 5: Define the properties of the automatically generated cables; Step 6. The cable style changes to the style of the selected connector and a complete part number is generated. Click the required cable length and connector style. The cable style changes to the style of the selected connector and a complete part number is generated. Step 7: Repeat steps 2 to 6 to define the components of the next port until all components are defined. Step 8: Gradually define each module of the entire project until the entire project is fully defined; Step 9. Save the drawing files of the entire project and generate a complete product list; And select the output method for output: Enter the Save command, the system automatically saves the drawing, enter the Generate List command, the system automatically generates a product list thumbnail, click the list to view the full HD list, and then save or save the list in table format or generate JSON format or other computer-readable format; then select horizontal or vertical printing according to the length of the list, and the printer executes the print command, where the printer includes virtual printers or physical printers; The step 4 includes the following steps: Step 41: confirm whether the component is the target component. If so, proceed to step 42; if not, proceed to step 43; Step 42: Select the target component in the component library, and the target component will be automatically connected to the template; Step 43: Customize component properties, gradually add property keywords, and filter components in the component library based on the properties until the target component is displayed. Click the target component; if the target component is not found in the component library, customize a new target component and add it to the component library.

3. The method for designing a field wiring design system according to claim 2, wherein: The step eight comprises the following steps: Step 81: Determine whether the current flowing through the component exceeds the rated value. If so, proceed to step 82; if not, proceed to step 83; Step 82: A warning message pops up and the abnormal component is redefined; Step 83: Check whether all components in a module have been selected. If not, proceed to step 7; if so, proceed to step 84. Step 84: Repeat steps 2 to 83 to define the components of the next module; Step 85: Are all modules in the entire project defined? If not, proceed to step 84; if so, proceed to step 9.

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