Railway communication resume management system and method based on RFID

Abstract

The invention discloses an RFID-based railway communication resume management system and method, and the system comprises an RFID tag which is configured to be a unique identification tag corresponding to each railway communication device and / or line segment; the RFID read-write device is configured to read and update the information stored in the RFID tag; the data processing center comprises a server and a database management system, and the server receives the equipment information transmitted by the RFID read-write device and gathers the equipment information into the database management system for storage, analysis and processing. And the database management system is used for guaranteeing the security, integrity and consistency of the railway communication equipment and / or line segment resume data. Through automatic identification and data acquisition of the RFID technology, efficient management of railway communication equipment and line resume information is realized, the management efficiency is improved, the data accuracy is ensured, the equipment traceability is enhanced, and the maintenance cost is reduced.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to a RFID-based railway communication history management system and method, and relates to the technical field of railway communication management. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the field of railway communication, the management of equipment and lines plays a key role in the safe and efficient operation of railways. Traditional railway communication history management mainly relies on manual recording and querying, which has many drawbacks: Firstly, manual recording is inefficient and prone to information entry errors, resulting in poor data accuracy; Secondly, in the process of equipment inspection and maintenance, manual operation is cumbersome and information is not updated in a timely manner, making it impossible to achieve real-time monitoring of equipment status; Thirdly, information is scattered in different management links, forming information islands, making it difficult to conduct comprehensive analysis and unified management.

[0003] With the continuous expansion of railway transportation and the increasing complexity of communication equipment, the traditional management of equipment and lines has been unable to meet the needs of modern railway communication management, and there is an urgent need for an efficient and accurate management technology. SUMMARY

[0004] The present application aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, in view of the above problems, the purpose of the present application is to provide a RFID-based railway communication history management system and method, which can improve management efficiency, ensure data accuracy, enhance equipment traceability and reduce maintenance costs.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned application purpose, the technical scheme adopted by the present application is: In a first aspect, the present application provides a RFID-based railway communication history management system, comprising: RFID tags configured as unique identification tags corresponding to each railway communication equipment and / or line segment; RFID read-write device configured to read and update the information stored in the RFID tag; Data processing center including a server and a database management system, the server receives the equipment information transmitted by the RFID read-write device and aggregates it into the database management system for storage, analysis and processing, and the database management system is used to ensure the security, integrity and consistency of the history data of the railway communication equipment and / or line segment.

[0006] In some possible implementation manners, the RFID tag includes an active tag and a passive tag, wherein the active tag is suitable for large equipment and long-distance identification scenarios, and the passive tag is suitable for small equipment and short-distance identification scenarios; detailed history information is stored in the RFID tag, including equipment model, manufacturer, production date, installation location, and / or maintenance record.

[0007] In some possible implementation manners, when initial information is entered, the RFID read-write device is used to encrypt and write equipment basic files, maintenance history, and installation coordinate data into the RFID tag, and to establish a unique identification code index in the database management system.

[0008] In some possible implementation manners, the RFID read-write device includes a handheld reader and a fixed reader, wherein the handheld reader is used by on-site staff to read information stored in the RFID tag at any time during inspection and maintenance operations; and the fixed reader is used to automatically collect train communication equipment information passing through a station, so as to realize real-time acquisition of data.

[0009] In some possible implementation manners, the RFID read-write device is an intelligent read-write system, which is arranged in a material warehouse, and is used to realize automatic sensing of goods in and out of the warehouse. In a second aspect, the present application further provides a use method of the RFID-based railway communication history management system, including: Equipment history management: when equipment is installed, the RFID read-write device is used to write equipment basic information into the RFID tag and to enter the database management system, so as to establish a unique correspondence between the equipment and the RFID tag; after the equipment is maintained, repaired, or upgraded, the RFID read-write device is used to update information of the RFID tag, and the information is synchronized to the database management system; Equipment inspection management: an inspector carries the RFID read-write device reader to perform an inspection task, automatically reads information of the RFID tag when arriving at an equipment location, records inspection time and personnel, and enters equipment running state and fault information; the database management system statistically analyzes inspection data, and generates an inspection report; Equipment maintenance management: when equipment fails, a repair application is submitted through the database management system; the database management system notifies a maintenance personnel; the maintenance personnel uses the RFID read-write device to record maintenance related information during a maintenance process, and stores the maintenance record in an equipment history.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the method also includes inventory management: when materials are received, staff use the RFID reader / writer to write the RFID tag corresponding to the material information into the database management system. The RFID tag includes the quantity received and the time of receipt. When materials are issued, the RFID tag information is read, and the quantity issued, the time of issuance, and the department that issued the materials are entered. The data management system then reduces the inventory quantity and updates the inventory data in real time.

[0011] In some possible implementations, when conducting regular inventory checks, staff scan the RFID tags of materials using the RFID reader / writer. The database management system automatically verifies the inventory data against the actual quantity and generates an inventory report, facilitating timely inventory adjustments. In some possible implementations, the method also includes statistical analysis: the database management system performs statistics on equipment uptime, failure rate, and failure cause data, analyzes equipment operating status, predicts potential failures and arranges maintenance in advance, calculates equipment repair costs, frequency, and parts replacement costs, analyzes maintenance costs, optimizes maintenance strategies, adjusts inventory structure, and reduces backlog and waste.

[0012] This invention, by adopting the above technical solutions, has the following characteristics: This invention achieves efficient management of railway communication equipment and line history information through automatic identification and data collection using RFID technology, improving management efficiency, ensuring data accuracy, enhancing equipment traceability, reducing maintenance costs, and providing strong support for the safe and stable operation of railway communication. Specifically: 1. Improved management efficiency: The RFID technology of this invention enables automatic identification and data collection, significantly reducing manual recording and query time; real-time data transmission allows staff to quickly obtain information on railway communication equipment and respond rapidly to faults and maintenance needs; the database management system integrates functions such as equipment history, inspection, maintenance, and inventory to achieve unified management, avoid information silos, and improve overall management efficiency. 2. Improve data accuracy: The RFID automatic identification technology of this invention avoids errors in manual recording and ensures the accuracy of equipment history information; real-time data updates ensure the timeliness and consistency of equipment information, providing a reliable basis for management decisions. 3. Enhanced equipment traceability: The equipment's entire lifecycle history information is stored in RFID tags and a data management system, facilitating the tracing of equipment origin, usage, and maintenance history; in the event of quality problems or safety incidents, the problematic equipment can be quickly located, the cause analyzed, and effective measures taken. 4. Reduce maintenance costs: This invention reduces sudden failures and downtime through equipment failure prediction and preventive maintenance, thereby reducing maintenance costs; a reasonable inventory management strategy reduces inventory backlog and waste, thereby reducing inventory costs.

[0013] In summary, this invention can be widely applied to the information management of the entire lifecycle of railway communication equipment and lines. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the invention. Throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same parts. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an RFID-based railway communication history management system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0015] It should be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular exemplary embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “described” as used herein may also include the plural forms. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “containing,” and “having” are inclusive and therefore indicate the presence of the stated features, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein are not construed as requiring them to be performed in a particular order described or illustrated unless the order of performance is explicitly indicated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.

[0016] Although terms such as first, second, third, etc., may be used in this document to describe multiple elements, components, regions, layers, and / or segments, these elements, components, regions, layers, and / or segments should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be used only to distinguish one element, component, region, layer, or segment from another. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, terms such as "first," "second," and other numerical terms used herein do not imply order or sequence. Therefore, the first element, component, region, layer, or segment discussed below may be referred to as the second element, component, region, layer, or segment without departing from the teachings of the exemplary embodiments.

[0017] For ease of description, spatial relative terms may be used in the text to describe the relationship of one element or feature relative to another element or feature as shown in the figure. These relative terms include, for example, "inside," "outside," "middle," "outer," "below," "above," etc. Such spatial relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation, other than those depicted in the figure.

[0018] With the continuous expansion of railway transportation and the increasing complexity of communication equipment, traditional equipment and line management methods can no longer meet the needs of modern railway communication management. This invention provides an RFID-based railway communication history management system and method, comprising: RFID tags, configured as unique identification tags corresponding to each railway communication device and / or line segment; RFID reading and writing devices, configured to read and update the information stored in the RFID tags; and a data processing center, including a server and a database management system. The server receives equipment information transmitted by the RFID reading and writing devices and aggregates it in the database management system for storage, analysis, and processing. The database management system ensures the security, integrity, and consistency of the history data of the railway communication equipment and / or line segments. Therefore, this invention achieves efficient management of railway communication equipment and line history information through automatic identification and data collection using RFID technology, improving management efficiency, ensuring data accuracy, enhancing equipment traceability, and reducing maintenance costs.

[0019] Exemplary embodiments of the invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While exemplary embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of the invention and to fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.

[0020] Example 1: As Figure 1 As shown, the RFID-based railway communication history management system provided in this embodiment includes RFID tags, RFID readers / writers, and a data processing center, wherein: Each railway communication device and line segment is assigned a unique RFID tag. RFID reader / writer device, used to read and update information stored in RFID tags; The data processing center is used to ensure the security, integrity, and consistency of equipment history data. It includes a server and a database management system. The server receives equipment information transmitted by RFID readers and summarizes the received information into the database management system for storage, analysis, and processing. The database management system is an application program that provides users with a visual operation interface and supports functions such as equipment information query, statistical analysis, and report generation. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the RFID tag can be designed to be waterproof, dustproof, and interference-resistant, and can be selected as an active or passive tag depending on the device type. Active tags are suitable for large equipment and long-range identification scenarios, while passive tags are suitable for small equipment and short-range identification scenarios. The RFID tag stores detailed historical information such as device model, manufacturer, production date, installation location, and maintenance records. Furthermore, based on the technical parameters of railway communication equipment (such as model, power, and service life) and the line topology, RFID tags of different specifications are customized for communication base stations, transmission optical cables, switches, and other equipment, as well as for every 500-meter section of line. These tags can be used for static material management of railway communication equipment, dynamic equipment operation, and long-distance outdoor identification scenarios. During initial information entry, data such as equipment basic files, maintenance history, and installation coordinates are encrypted and written into the RFID tag using an RFID reader / writer, and a unique identification code index is established in the database management system. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the RFID reader / writer can be installed in key locations such as railway communication stations, maintenance workshops, and warehouses, including handheld readers / writers and fixed readers / writers. The handheld reader / writer is used by on-site personnel to read the information stored in the RFID tags during inspections, maintenance, and other operations. The fixed reader / writer can automatically collect information from train communication equipment passing through the station, enabling real-time data acquisition. For example, at railway communication stations, fixed RFID readers / writers are deployed in key locations such as equipment cabinets and patch panels according to signal coverage requirements, employing industrial-grade protection standards to ensure stable operation in environments ranging from -40℃ to 70℃.

[0021] Furthermore, the maintenance workshop can be equipped with integrated RFID reader / writer devices to support batch tag information reading and writing. The material warehouse will deploy an intelligent shelf reader / writer system to achieve automatic sensing of goods entering and leaving the warehouse.

[0022] Furthermore, customized handheld RFID readers are provided to personnel in different positions such as on-site inspection, maintenance, and dispatch. The handheld RFID readers integrate GPS positioning and photo taking functions, and the maintenance terminal supports electronic signatures of maintenance work orders and rapid entry of fault codes. Example 2: The usage method of the RFID-based railway communication history management system provided in this example includes: Equipment history management: When equipment (railway communication equipment or lines) is installed, basic equipment information is written into RFID tags and entered into the database management system through RFID reader / writer devices, establishing a unique correspondence between equipment and RFID tags; after equipment maintenance, repair, or upgrades, staff promptly use RFID reader / writer devices to update RFID tag information and synchronize it to the database management system, ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of history information; users can quickly query detailed equipment history information in the database management system based on equipment number, name, model, installation location, and other conditions. Equipment Inspection Management: Managers formulate inspection plans based on equipment importance, operating status, and maintenance cycles, specifying inspection time, personnel, routes, and content. Inspection personnel carry handheld RFID readers to carry out inspection tasks according to the plan. Upon reaching the equipment location, the system automatically reads RFID tag information, records inspection time and personnel, and can also input equipment operating status and fault information. The database management system performs statistical analysis on the inspection data, generates inspection reports, and provides data support for equipment maintenance decisions. Equipment maintenance management: When equipment malfunctions, staff submit a repair request through the database management system, describing the malfunction and equipment information in detail. The database management system then notifies maintenance personnel. Maintenance managers allocate maintenance tasks reasonably based on the malfunction and the skills of the maintenance personnel. During the maintenance process, maintenance personnel use RFID readers to record information such as maintenance time, personnel, and replaced parts to track maintenance progress and quality. After the maintenance is completed, relevant personnel conduct acceptance testing. Once the acceptance is successful, it is confirmed in the system, and the maintenance record is stored in the equipment history. Inventory Management: When communication materials are received, staff use RFID readers to write RFID tags containing material information into the database management system, including the quantity and time of receipt. The system updates inventory data in real time. When materials are issued, the RFID tags are read, and the quantity, time, and issuing department are recorded. The database management system then reduces the inventory quantity accordingly. Regular inventory checks are conducted. Staff scan material tags with RFID readers, and the database management system automatically verifies the inventory data against the actual quantity, generating an inventory report for timely adjustments. Materials Management: A channel-type reader array can be deployed at warehouse entrances and exits, automatically identifying tags and updating inventory data as materials enter and leave the warehouse. Regular inventory checks can be performed using smart carts equipped with multi-antenna readers, traversing shelves along preset paths for rapid inventory counting, with discrepancies automatically generating anomaly reports. The data processing center, based on an edge computing architecture, performs real-time cleaning, classification, and analysis of the massive amounts of data uploaded by the readers, using existing machine learning algorithms to predict equipment failure probabilities and material consumption trends. Users can perform operations such as full lifecycle management of equipment, maintenance resource scheduling, and inventory alert settings through web or mobile applications, and utilize a large visual dashboard for global monitoring and decision support.

[0023] Statistical Analysis: The database management system statistically analyzes data such as equipment uptime, failure rate, and causes of failure to predict potential failures (by recording basic equipment information and historical failure data, it forms equipment failure predictions; by comparing the current operating status with that before a historical failure, it determines that there is a potential failure) and arranges maintenance in advance; it also statistically analyzes equipment repair costs, frequency, and parts replacement costs to optimize maintenance strategies (it records the maintenance cycles of different equipment, including major and intermediate repairs, and calculates the next repair time and scope based on entered equipment information such as commissioning time and last maintenance time, and provides prompts); and it adjusts inventory structure to reduce backlog and waste.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the equipment inspection management process adopts a dual-track management system of "planned + real-time": Inspection personnel receive electronic work orders containing inspection routes, items, and standards through the database management system, use handheld readers to read equipment tags to trigger task lists, simultaneously collect equipment operating parameters (voltage, temperature, signal strength), take photos to record the status of key components, and all data is transmitted back in real time via a wired network. When equipment malfunctions, staff initiate a repair request via mobile terminal, and the database management system automatically associates historical data from equipment tags to generate a fault diagnosis reference. Maintenance personnel use terminals to scan codes to confirm equipment identity, record information such as spare parts replacement, repair steps, and test results, forming a full-process traceability file. The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments. In the description of this specification, the terms "a preferred embodiment," "furthermore," "specifically," "in this embodiment," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments in this specification. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0025] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A railway communication history management system based on RFID, characterized in that, include: RFID tags are configured as unique identification tags for each railway communication device and / or line segment; An RFID reader / writer is configured to read and update the information stored in the RFID tag; The data processing center includes a server and a database management system. The server receives the device information transmitted by the RFID reader and write device, and summarizes it in the database management system for storage, analysis and processing. The database management system is used to ensure the security, integrity and consistency of the railway communication equipment and / or line segment history data.

2. The RFID-based railway communication history management system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The RFID tags include active tags and passive tags. The active tags are suitable for large equipment and long-range identification scenarios, while the passive tags are suitable for small equipment and short-range identification scenarios. The RFID tags store detailed historical information, including equipment model, manufacturer, production date, installation location, and / or maintenance records.

3. The RFID-based railway communication history management system according to claim 1, characterized in that, When initial information is entered, the RFID reader / writer encrypts and writes the equipment basic file, maintenance history, and installation coordinate data into the RFID tag, and establishes a unique identification code index in the database management system.

4. The RFID-based railway communication history management system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The RFID reading and writing device includes a handheld reader and a fixed reader. The handheld reader is used by on-site personnel to read the information stored in the RFID tag at any time during inspection and maintenance operations. The fixed reader automatically collects information from the communication equipment of trains passing through stations to achieve real-time data acquisition.

5. The RFID-based railway communication history management system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The RFID reader / writer is an intelligent reader / writer system, which is installed in the material warehouse to achieve automatic sensing of goods entering and leaving the warehouse.

6. A method of using the RFID-based railway communication history management system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, include: Equipment history management: During equipment installation, the basic equipment information is written into the RFID tag and entered into the database management system through the RFID reader / writer device, establishing a unique correspondence between the equipment and the RFID tag; after equipment maintenance, repair, or upgrade, the information of the RFID tag is updated using the RFID reader / writer device and synchronized to the database management system; Equipment Inspection Management: Inspection personnel carry the RFID reader / writer to perform inspection tasks. Upon arrival at the equipment location, the system automatically reads the information of the RFID tag, records the inspection time and personnel, and enters the equipment operating status and fault information. The database management system performs statistical analysis on the inspection data and generates an inspection report. Equipment maintenance management: When equipment malfunctions, a repair request is submitted through the database management system. The database management system notifies the maintenance personnel, who then use the RFID reader / writer to record relevant maintenance information during the maintenance process and store the maintenance record in the equipment history.

7. The method of use according to claim 6, characterized in that, The method also includes inventory management: when materials are received, staff use the RFID reader / writer to write the RFID tag corresponding to the material information into the database management system. The RFID tag includes the quantity received and the time of receipt. When materials are issued, the RFID tag information is read, and the quantity issued, the time of issuance, and the department that issued the materials are entered. The data management system then reduces the inventory quantity and updates the inventory data in real time.

8. The method of use according to claim 7, characterized in that, When conducting regular inventory checks, staff scan the RFID tags of materials using the RFID reader / writer. The database management system automatically verifies the inventory data against the actual quantity and generates an inventory report, facilitating timely inventory adjustments.

9. The method of use according to claim 7, characterized in that, The method also includes statistical analysis: the database management system statistically analyzes equipment operating time, failure rate, and failure cause data, analyzes equipment operating status, predicts potential failures and arranges maintenance in advance, statistically analyzes equipment repair costs, frequency, and parts replacement costs, analyzes maintenance costs, optimizes maintenance strategies, adjusts inventory structure, and reduces backlog and waste.

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