Control system and method for air conditioning of unmanned train

By designing an air-conditioning control system in an unmanned train, determining the command priority according to the driving mode and operating status, and generating a mode validity signal, the problem of crosstalk jumps in the air-conditioning system during the switching of multiple commands is solved, and the stability and safety of air-conditioning operation are improved.

CN118618447BActive Publication Date: 2025-09-19CRRC QINGDAO SIFANG ROLLING STOCK RESEARCH INSTITUTE CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202410867423.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
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Filing Date
2024-07-01
Publication Date
2025-09-19
Estimated Expiration
2044-07-01

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Technical Problem

In fully automatic unmanned trains, the air-conditioning system is prone to command crosstalk and jumps when switching between multiple commands, resulting in unsmooth operation and causing panic among passengers.

Method used

An air conditioning control system for unmanned trains was designed. By judging the driving mode and operating status of the train, the command priority was determined. Combined with remote and on-board control, the mode validity signal and control signal were generated, and the command was latched to stabilize the operating mode of the air conditioning module.

Benefits of technology

It improves the working stability and adaptability of the air-conditioning module, reduces sudden changes in the air-conditioning operation mode, enhances the robustness and safety of the system, and improves operational efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

The present application relates to a control system and method for an unmanned train air conditioner, wherein the system comprises: a judgment module, which judges whether the train is in remote control mode when the train wakes up successfully and is judged to be in fully automatic unmanned driving mode; a remote module, which issues a remote setting instruction when the train is in remote control mode; a network control module, which sends a mode control signal and a mode valid signal according to the train's operating state and the remote setting instruction; an air conditioning module, which latches the received mode control signal according to the mode valid signal and adjusts the operating mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal. Through this application, the problem of multiple commands crosstalking and jumping during the switching between multiple commands, resulting in unsmooth air conditioning operation, is solved, and stable operation of the air conditioner is achieved when control commands are added and withdrawn.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of unmanned driving technology, and in particular to a control system and method for an air conditioner in an unmanned train. Background Art

[0002] Fully automated, unmanned driving technology is gradually being adopted in urban rail projects. Traditional air conditioning control methods communicate with the air conditioning system through networked display screens. Under manual control, the air conditioning system receives signals and responds. However, this method of air conditioning control, which requires human intervention, is not suitable for fully automated, unmanned systems.

[0003] Prior art discloses a method, device, and electronic device for controlling a vehicle air conditioner. The method includes: first, obtaining a first control instruction sent by a signal system to the vehicle air conditioner, and controlling the power on / off state of the vehicle air conditioner based on the first control instruction. Then, when the vehicle air conditioner is powered on, obtaining a second control instruction and controlling the vehicle air conditioner based on the second control instruction. The second control instruction includes at least one control instruction.

[0004] However, when a train receives multiple command signals, the related technology is prone to multiple command crosstalk and jumps during the switching process, resulting in air conditioning operation problems. In particular, when a control command is added and then removed, the air conditioning operating mode suddenly jumps, which can easily cause panic among passengers. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The embodiments of the present application provide a control system and method for an unmanned train air conditioner, so as to at least solve the problem in the related art that multiple commands crosstalk and jumps are easily generated during the switching between multiple commands, resulting in unsmooth operation of the air conditioner.

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a control system for an air conditioner in an unmanned train, comprising:

[0007] A judgment module, which judges whether the train is in remote control mode when the train wakes up successfully and is judged to be in full-automatic unmanned driving mode;

[0008] Remote module, which issues remote setting commands when the train is in remote control mode;

[0009] The network control module receives the remote setting instruction, determines the running state of the train when the train is not in the remote control mode, and sends the mode control signal and the mode valid signal according to the running state of the train and the remote setting instruction;

[0010] The air conditioning module receives a mode control signal and a mode valid signal, latches the received mode control signal according to the mode valid signal, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal.

[0011] While the train is in motion, it receives various commands. Depending on the train's driving and control modes, the network control module receives these commands and adjusts the air conditioning module's operating mode accordingly. Combining the train's actual mode with the received commands, the network control module can determine which command has the highest priority, and the air conditioning module will respond accordingly. Furthermore, using the train's operating status as a criterion for determining whether to generate a valid mode signal can reduce the likelihood of the air conditioning module suddenly changing its operating mode during operation. This improves the air conditioning module's operational stability and provides timely feedback to the remote module regarding commands.

[0012] In some embodiments, a control system for an unmanned train air conditioner further includes:

[0013] The on-board display module displays the air-conditioning setting interface when the train wakes up successfully but does not enter the fully automatic unmanned driving mode. The on-board mode command is input on the air-conditioning setting interface, and the operation mode of the air-conditioning module is adjusted according to the on-board mode command through the network control module.

[0014] When the train is not in fully automated, unmanned mode, the air conditioning module's operating mode can be adjusted manually. When the network is normal, the air conditioning module's operating mode is controlled by inputting onboard mode commands through the air conditioning settings interface on the onboard display module. Setting multiple operating modes allows the module to be adjusted based on actual control needs, expanding the system's application scope and improving its applicability.

[0015] In some embodiments, a control system for an unmanned train air conditioner further includes:

[0016] The feedback module is used to obtain the operating mode of the air-conditioning module and feed back the operating mode of the air-conditioning module to the remote module.

[0017] Feedback on the operating mode of the air conditioner improves the remote module's ability to monitor the train.

[0018] In some embodiments, the network control module includes:

[0019] The mode valid signal generating unit determines the running status of the train when the train is in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in the remote control mode. When the running status of the train changes or the train is in the remote control mode, it generates a mode valid signal according to the remote setting instruction and sends the mode valid signal to the air conditioning module in the form of a pulse signal.

[0020] The network control module can generate a mode-valid signal according to changes in the train's operating status and remote setting instructions, which is conducive to improving the adjustment efficiency of the air-conditioning module's operating mode.

[0021] In some embodiments, the air conditioning module includes:

[0022] The mode control unit responds to the mode valid signal at a certain timing, stores the mode control signal after the response timing, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal when the mode control unit receives the mode control signal and the mode valid signal synchronously.

[0023] The air conditioning module needs to latch the mode control signal after the network control module issues an instruction to ensure that it can still operate normally even if a communication failure occurs in the network, thereby enhancing the robustness of operation.

[0024] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a method for controlling an air conditioner in an unmanned train, comprising:

[0025] If the train wakes up successfully, determine whether the current control mode of the train is the fully automatic unmanned driving mode;

[0026] When the train is in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode, determining whether the train is in a remote control mode; or, when the train is not in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode, determining whether the train enters a manual control mode;

[0027] When the train is in remote control mode, adjust the air conditioning operation mode according to the remote setting instructions; or, when the train is in fully automatic unmanned mode and not in remote control mode, determine the train's operating status;

[0028] When the train is in fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in remote control mode, the air conditioning operation mode is adjusted according to the current operating status of the train.

[0029] The system provides methods for adjusting the air conditioning operating mode for various control and driving modes. This also allows the system to automatically adjust the air conditioning system's operating mode based on the train's operating status when in fully automated, unmanned mode. This reduces the need for staff to configure the air conditioning system on each train daily, improving operational efficiency and reducing the possibility of configuration errors.

[0030] In some embodiments, when the train is not in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode, the train enters the manual control mode, including:

[0031] In manual control mode, determine whether the onboard display screen at the train activation end is online;

[0032] When the onboard display screen at the train activation end is online, input the onboard mode command through the onboard display screen;

[0033] Adjust the air conditioning operation mode according to the vehicle mode instructions.

[0034] When the train is not in fully automatic unmanned driving mode, it can be controlled manually. This can improve the ability to respond to emergencies and enhance the safety of the train.

[0035] In some embodiments, when the train is in remote control mode, adjusting the air conditioning operation mode according to the remote setting instruction includes:

[0036] generating a first mode control signal and a first mode valid signal according to a remote setting instruction;

[0037] latching the first mode control signal according to the first mode valid signal;

[0038] The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the first mode control signal.

[0039] By adjusting the air conditioning operating mode through remote setting commands, ground vehicles can take emergency control of the train to avoid danger or respond to emergencies in the event of an emergency. This facilitates ground vehicles to monitor and control the train, improving train safety.

[0040] In some embodiments, when the train is in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode and is not in a remote control mode, adjusting the air conditioning operation mode according to the current operating state of the train includes:

[0041] generating a second mode valid signal when the running state of the train changes;

[0042] generating a second mode control signal according to the current running state of the train;

[0043] latching the second mode control signal according to the second mode valid signal;

[0044] The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the second mode control signal.

[0045] Generating a second mode effective signal according to whether the running state of the train changes is beneficial for adjusting the train air conditioning according to the real-time running state of the train and improving the adaptability of the train air conditioning.

[0046] In some embodiments, a method for controlling an air conditioner in an unmanned train further includes:

[0047] Generate train sleep instruction;

[0048] According to the train sleep instruction, stop the air conditioning operation;

[0049] After stopping the air conditioning, the train was powered off.

[0050] Stopping the air conditioning on the train first and then cutting off the power will help protect the train equipment and reduce the damage to the air conditioning equipment caused by sudden power outages.

[0051] Compared with the related art, the control system and method for the air conditioning of an unmanned train provided in the embodiment of the present application solves the problem of multiple command crosstalk and jumps that are prone to occur during the switching of multiple commands, resulting in unsmooth operation of the air conditioning, by changing the conditions for adjusting the working mode of the air conditioning. It also ensures that the air conditioning can still operate stably even when the control command is added and then withdrawn.

[0052] The details of one or more embodiments of the present application are set forth in the following drawings and description to make other features, objects, and advantages of the present application more readily apparent. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0053] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present application and constitute a part of the present application. The illustrative embodiments of the present application and their descriptions are used to explain the present application and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present application. In the drawings:

[0054] Figure 1 is a structural diagram according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0055] Figure 2 is a structural diagram according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0056] Figure 3 is a structural diagram according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0057] Figure 4 is a flow chart according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0058] Figure 5 is a table of air conditioning modes, train operating status, and remote commands according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0059] Figure 6 1 is a timing diagram of air conditioning control commands according to an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0060] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clearly understood, the present application is described and illustrated below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application. Based on the embodiments provided in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without making any creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0061] Obviously, the drawings described below are merely examples or embodiments of the present application. Those skilled in the art can, without inventive effort, apply the present application to other similar scenarios based on these drawings. Furthermore, it is also understood that, although the effort involved in such a development process may be complex and lengthy, for those skilled in the art related to the content disclosed in this application, changes in design, manufacturing, or production based on the technical content disclosed in this application are merely conventional technical means and should not be construed as an insufficiency of the content disclosed in this application.

[0062] References to "embodiments" in this application mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to independent or alternative embodiments that are mutually exclusive of other embodiments. It is understood, both explicitly and implicitly, by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this application may be combined with other embodiments unless there is a conflict.

[0063] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application should have the ordinary meaning understood by a person of ordinary skill in the technical field to which this application belongs. The words "one", "a", "the" and the like used in this application do not indicate a limit on quantity and may indicate the singular or plural. The terms "include", "comprise", "have" and any variations thereof used in this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions; for example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or modules (units) is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may also include steps or units that are not listed, or may also include other steps or units that are inherent to these processes, methods, products or devices. The words "connect", "connected", "coupled" and the like used in this application are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The word "multiple" used in this application refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the association relationship of associated objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, "A and / or B" can mean: A exists alone, A and B exist at the same time, and B exists alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the objects before and after are in an "or" relationship. The terms "first", "second", "third", etc. involved in this application are only used to distinguish similar objects and do not represent a specific order for the objects.

[0064] This embodiment provides a control system for the air conditioning of an unmanned train. Figure 1 As shown, the system includes:

[0065] The judgment module judges whether the train is in remote control mode when the train wakes up successfully and is judged to be in full-automatic unmanned driving mode.

[0066] The remote module issues remote setting commands when the train is in remote control mode.

[0067] The network control module receives remote setting instructions, determines the running status of the train when the train is not in remote control mode, and sends mode control signals and mode valid signals according to the running status of the train and the remote setting instructions.

[0068] The air conditioning module receives a mode control signal and a mode valid signal, latches the received mode control signal according to the mode valid signal, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal.

[0069] While the train is in motion, it receives various commands. Depending on the train's driving and control modes, the network control module receives these commands and adjusts the air conditioning module's operating mode accordingly. Combining the train's actual mode with the received commands, the network control module can determine which command has the highest priority, and the air conditioning module will respond accordingly. Furthermore, using the train's operating status as a criterion for determining whether to generate a valid mode signal can reduce the likelihood of the air conditioning module suddenly changing its operating mode during operation. This improves the air conditioning module's operational stability and provides timely feedback to the remote module regarding commands.

[0070] The remote module includes ground vehicle dispatching.

[0071] The network control module is in the form of a 3U chassis and is located in the cabinets at the front and rear ends of the vehicle.

[0072] The operating status of the train includes: mainline operation, cleaning condition, standby condition, car washing condition, exiting the mainline condition, and depot operation condition.

[0073] Remote setting instructions include: remote automatic mode instructions, remote semi-automatic mode instructions, remote ventilation mode instructions, and remote shutdown mode instructions.

[0074] The operating modes of the air conditioning module include: automatic mode, semi-automatic mode, ventilation mode, emergency ventilation mode, and shutdown mode.

[0075] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the system also includes:

[0076] The on-board display module displays the air-conditioning setting interface when the train wakes up successfully but does not enter the fully automatic unmanned driving mode. The on-board mode command is input on the air-conditioning setting interface, and the operation mode of the air-conditioning module is adjusted according to the on-board mode command through the network control module.

[0077] When the train is not in fully automated, unmanned mode, the air conditioning module's operating mode can be adjusted manually. When the network is normal, the air conditioning module's operating mode is controlled by inputting onboard mode commands through the air conditioning settings interface on the onboard display module. Setting multiple operating modes allows the module to be adjusted based on actual control needs, expanding the system's application scope and improving its applicability.

[0078] The vehicle display module sends the vehicle mode command to the network control module. The network control module determines whether to issue a mode control command and a mode enable command to the air conditioning module based on the vehicle mode command. When the network control module issues the mode control command and the mode enable command to the air conditioning module, the air conditioning module adjusts its operating mode based on the received mode control command and the mode enable command.

[0079] When the network is paralyzed, the personnel on the vehicle can operate on the air-conditioning module, switch the air-conditioning module from centralized control mode to local control mode one by one, and then adjust the required state one by one through the operation buttons on the device.

[0080] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the system also includes:

[0081] The feedback module is used to obtain the operating mode of the air-conditioning module and feed back the operating mode of the air-conditioning module to the remote module.

[0082] The air conditioning module transmits its operating mode as a signal to the MVB bus. The network system's Ethernet gateway captures the port data and repacks it according to the UDP communication format, converting the MVB data into UDP data for transmission. The data captured by the Ethernet gateway can be flexibly packaged using a configuration file, selecting the desired port and repackaging it as needed.

[0083] This allows for flexible configuration of required data based on demand, reducing the workload of data processing, and also reduces the number of packets that need to be spliced, alleviating the pressure on channel transmission and lowering the probability of packet loss due to packet sticking.

[0084] An Ethernet gateway is configured at the head and tail cars of the train, and simultaneously sends two channels of data to the ground vehicle dispatcher. The redundant data transmission path increases the reliability of data transmission between the vehicles and the ground vehicle dispatcher.

[0085] In some embodiments, the network control module includes:

[0086] The mode valid signal generating unit determines the running status of the train when the train is in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in the remote control mode. When the running status of the train changes or the train is in the remote control mode, it generates a mode valid signal according to the remote setting instruction and sends the mode valid signal to the air conditioning module in the form of a pulse signal.

[0087] The network control module generates a mode-valid signal based on changes in the train's operating status and remotely set commands. The air conditioning module specifies that the received signal must be a rising-edge pulse signal. Upon receiving both the control mode command and the control mode valid command, the module responds and latches the mode control signal.

[0088] In some special cases, the air-conditioning module is in a certain mode (such as automatic mode). At this time, in response to certain needs, the air-conditioning module enters the ventilation mode through the remote setting instruction of the remote module, but the running status of the train remains in the current state. When the remote module exits, it is guaranteed that the air-conditioning module will continue to be in the ventilation mode and will not jump to the automatic mode.

[0089] In some embodiments, the air conditioning module includes:

[0090] The mode control unit responds to the mode valid signal at a certain timing, stores the mode control signal after the response timing, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal when the mode control unit receives the mode control signal and the mode valid signal synchronously.

[0091] The air conditioning module needs to latch the mode control signal after the network control module issues an instruction to ensure that it can still operate normally even if a communication failure occurs in the network, thereby enhancing the robustness of operation.

[0092] like Figure 6 As shown in the figure, the mode control signal and the mode valid signal are added, and the two signals are superimposed for judgment. This increases the reliability of the air conditioning module control and reduces the possibility of mode false triggering caused by abnormal jumps of a certain command signal.

[0093] Determine the air conditioning mode Figure 5 The air conditioning module receives the mode valid signal and the mode control signal and responds accordingly.

[0094] Figure 4 is a flow chart of a method for controlling an air conditioner in an unmanned train according to an embodiment of the present application. Figure 4 As shown, the method includes the following steps:

[0095] When the train wakes up successfully, it is determined whether the current control mode of the train is a fully automatic unmanned driving mode.

[0096] When the train is in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode, it is determined whether the train is in the remote control mode. Alternatively, when the train is not in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode, the train enters the manual control mode.

[0097] When the train is in remote control mode, the air conditioning operating mode is adjusted according to the remote setting instructions. Or, when the train is in fully automatic unmanned mode and not in remote control mode, the train's operating status is determined.

[0098] When the train is in fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in remote control mode, the air conditioning operation mode is adjusted according to the current operating status of the train.

[0099] The system provides methods for adjusting the air conditioning operating mode for various control and driving modes. This also allows the system to automatically adjust the air conditioning system's operating mode based on the train's operating status when in fully automated, unmanned mode. This reduces the need for staff to configure the air conditioning system on each train daily, improving operational efficiency and reducing the possibility of configuration errors.

[0100] Priorities are set in multiple control modes and driving modes. A high-priority control mode can interrupt a low-priority control mode, but not vice versa. This better avoids the problem of receiving multiple commands at the same time and causing crosstalk and jumps between multiple commands.

[0101] In some embodiments, when the train is not in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode, the train enters the manual control mode, including:

[0102] In manual control mode, determine whether the activated vehicle display screen is online.

[0103] When the on-board display screen at the train activation end is online, input the on-board mode instructions through the on-board display screen.

[0104] Adjust the air conditioning operation mode according to the vehicle mode instructions.

[0105] When the train is not in fully automatic unmanned driving mode, it can be controlled manually. This can improve the ability to respond to emergencies and enhance the safety of the train.

[0106] In some embodiments, when the train is in remote control mode, adjusting the air conditioning operation mode according to the remote setting instruction includes:

[0107] According to the remote setting instruction, a first mode control signal and a first mode valid signal are generated.

[0108] The first mode control signal is latched according to the first mode valid signal.

[0109] The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the first mode control signal.

[0110] By adjusting the air conditioning operating mode through remote setting commands, ground vehicles can take emergency control of the train to avoid danger or respond to emergencies in the event of an emergency. This facilitates ground vehicles to monitor and control the train, improving train safety.

[0111] In some embodiments, when the train is in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode and is not in a remote control mode, adjusting the air conditioning operation mode according to the current operating state of the train includes:

[0112] When the running state of the train changes, a second mode valid signal is generated.

[0113] A second mode control signal is generated according to the current running status of the train.

[0114] The second mode control signal is latched according to the second mode valid signal.

[0115] The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the second mode control signal.

[0116] Generating a second mode effective signal according to whether the running state of the train changes is beneficial for adjusting the train air conditioning according to the real-time running state of the train and improving the adaptability of the train air conditioning.

[0117] In some embodiments, the method further comprises:

[0118] Generate train sleep instruction.

[0119] According to the train sleep instruction, stop the air conditioning operation.

[0120] After stopping the air conditioning, the train was powered off.

[0121] The train handling instruction priorities are as follows:

[0122] The train sleep process has the highest priority. Upon receiving the sleep command, the network control module sends a shutdown command to the air conditioning module based on the sleep command. Only after the air conditioning module shuts down can the train auxiliary inverter system be shut down to prevent damage to the air conditioning equipment caused by a sudden power outage.

[0123] The remote setting command has a lower priority than the sleep command but higher priority than other commands, so that other ground dispatch center personnel can take over the control of the vehicle air-conditioning system at any time according to actual needs.

[0124] The priority of the different operating states of the train is lower than the above two instructions but higher than manual control. The operating mode of the air conditioner can be automatically adjusted according to the different operating states of the train when entering the fully automatic unmanned driving mode, reducing the cost of manual intervention.

[0125] Manual control has a lower priority than the above three situations. After the fully automatic unmanned driving mode is exited, a person can get on the vehicle and adjust the air conditioning operation mode through the on-board display screen in the driver's cab network.

[0126] In a real-world application scenario, after a train successfully wakes up, it first determines whether it has entered fully automated driverless mode. Once in fully automated driverless mode, it then determines whether it has entered remote control mode. The train's current operating status is determined to be in mainline operation. Based on the current situation, the air conditioning system is adjusted to automatic mode.

[0127] At this time, the ground vehicle sends a remote setting instruction to the train, wanting to adjust the train's current air-conditioning operating mode from automatic mode to ventilation mode, and the train enters remote control mode.

[0128] The remote module issues a remote setting instruction, wherein the remote setting instruction includes a remote setting mode signal and a remote setting valid signal. After receiving the remote setting instruction, the network control module issues a first mode signal and a first mode valid signal according to the remote setting instruction.

[0129] The air conditioner receives a first mode signal and a first mode valid signal, latches the first mode signal according to the first mode valid signal, and adjusts the air conditioner from an automatic mode to a ventilation mode according to the first mode signal.

[0130] After the adjustment is completed, the train exits the remote control mode and continues in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode. The remote module no longer issues remote setting instructions.

[0131] The train is in fully automated unmanned mode and has not yet entered remote control mode. The train's current operating status is determined. Since the train remains in mainline operation and its operating status remains unchanged, the mode-valid signal generating unit does not generate the second mode-valid signal. The network control module then issues a second mode signal based on the train's current mainline operating status. This second mode signal includes information for adjusting the air conditioning operating mode.

[0132] However, since the air conditioner fails to receive the pulse signal and only receives the second mode signal, it cannot latch the second mode signal. Therefore, the operating mode of the air conditioner will not be changed and the air conditioner remains in ventilation mode.

[0133] It should be noted that the steps shown in the above process or the flowchart in the accompanying drawings can be executed in a computer system such as a set of computer-executable instructions, and although a logical order is shown in the flowchart, in some cases, the steps shown or described can be executed in an order different from that shown here.

[0134] The technical features of the above-mentioned embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-mentioned embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0135] The above-described embodiments merely represent several implementation methods of the present application. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art could make various modifications and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present application, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present patent application shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A control system for an air conditioner in an unmanned train, characterized in that: include: A judgment module, which judges whether the train is in remote control mode when the train wakes up successfully and is judged to be in full-automatic unmanned driving mode; Remote module, which issues remote setting commands when the train is in remote control mode; The network control module receives the remote setting instruction, determines the running state of the train when the train is not in the remote control mode, and sends the mode control signal and the mode valid signal according to the running state of the train and the remote setting instruction; The air conditioning module receives the mode control signal and the mode valid signal, latches the received mode control signal according to the mode valid signal, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal; Wherein, the network control module includes: The mode valid signal generating unit determines the running status of the train when the train is in the fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in the remote control mode. When the running status of the train changes or the train is in the remote control mode, it generates a mode valid signal according to the remote setting instruction and sends the mode valid signal to the air conditioning module in the form of a pulse signal.

2. The control system for an unmanned train air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: The on-board display module displays the air-conditioning setting interface when the train wakes up successfully but does not enter the fully automatic unmanned driving mode. The on-board mode command is input on the air-conditioning setting interface, and the operation mode of the air-conditioning module is adjusted according to the on-board mode command through the network control module.

3. The control system for an unmanned train air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: The feedback module is used to obtain the operating mode of the air-conditioning module and feed back the operating mode of the air-conditioning module to the remote module.

4. The control system for an unmanned train air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air conditioning module comprises: The mode control unit responds to the mode valid signal at a certain timing, stores the mode control signal after the response timing, and adjusts the operation mode of the air conditioning module according to the mode control signal when the mode control unit receives the mode control signal and the mode valid signal synchronously.

5. A control method for an unmanned train air conditioner, applied to the control system of the unmanned train air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: include: If the train wakes up successfully, determine whether the current control mode of the train is the fully automatic unmanned driving mode; When the train is in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode, determining whether the train is in a remote control mode; or, when the train is not in a fully automatic unmanned driving mode, determining whether the train enters a manual control mode; When the train is in remote control mode, adjust the air conditioning operation mode according to the remote setting instructions; or, when the train is in fully automatic unmanned mode and not in remote control mode, determine the train's operating status; When the train is in fully automatic unmanned driving mode and not in remote control mode, the air conditioning operation mode is adjusted according to the current operating status of the train.

6. The control method of the air conditioner of an unmanned train according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the train is not in fully automatic unmanned driving mode, it enters manual control mode, including: In manual control mode, determine whether the onboard display screen at the train activation end is online; When the onboard display screen at the train activation end is online, input the onboard mode command through the onboard display screen; Adjust the air conditioning operation mode according to the vehicle mode instructions.

7. The method for controlling an air conditioner of an unmanned train according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the train is in remote control mode, the air conditioning operation mode is adjusted according to the remote setting instructions, including: generating a first mode control signal and a first mode valid signal according to a remote setting instruction; latching the first mode control signal according to the first mode valid signal; The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the first mode control signal.

8. The method for controlling an air conditioner of an unmanned train according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the train is in fully automatic unmanned driving mode and is not in remote control mode, the air conditioning operation mode is adjusted according to the current operating status of the train, including: generating a second mode valid signal when the running state of the train changes; generating a second mode control signal according to the current running state of the train; latching the second mode control signal according to the second mode valid signal; The operating mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to the second mode control signal.

9. The method for controlling an air conditioner of an unmanned train according to claim 5, characterized in that: Also includes: Generate train sleep instruction; According to the train sleep instruction, stop the air conditioning operation; After stopping the air conditioning, the train was powered off.

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