A power distribution terminal communication module detection method and system

Abstract

This invention discloses a power distribution terminal communication module testing system and method, wherein the system includes: a scheme management module for creating test projects, wherein the test projects include grouped test cases; creating test schemes, configuring and selecting test items and the test projects; a task management module for creating test tasks based on the test schemes, determining relevant information of the samples to be tested; selecting and loading the samples to be tested into the test tasks; a test module for starting the test process and executing all test cases in the test projects; and a report management module for automatically recording intermediate data and generating test reports after the test process is completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of power automation testing technology, and more specifically, to a method and system for testing communication modules of power distribution terminals. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, distribution automation terminals (FTUs and DTUs) play important roles in power grid systems, including remote monitoring, data acquisition, and communication. Terminal equipment is typically equipped with multiple communication modules (such as local and remote communication modules) to achieve multi-channel, multi-protocol communication capabilities.

[0003] However, in the development and testing of terminal communication performance, existing technologies generally suffer from problems such as repetitive construction of test environments, low efficiency, and lack of a unified test framework. In scenarios where remote and local communication modules are interchangeable, traditional testing methods are unable to systematically verify their functional consistency and data interaction correctness. In addition, existing testing processes mostly rely on manual operation or specific script execution, lacking flexible configuration mechanisms and scalable architecture support, making it difficult to adapt to the dynamic changes in terminal communication protocols, interface structures, and testing requirements.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a reusable, configurable, and scalable power distribution terminal communication module testing system to systematically verify power distribution automation terminals and their communication modules, and to achieve standardization, automation, and modularization of the testing process. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention provides a method and system for testing the communication module of a power distribution terminal, in order to solve the problem of how to flexibly configure test items based on a test plan to test the power distribution terminal and the communication module.

[0006] To address the above problems, the present invention provides a power distribution terminal communication module detection system, the system comprising: The test plan management module is used to create test projects, which include grouped test cases; create test plans, configure and select test items and test projects; The task management module is used to create test tasks based on the test plan, determine relevant information of the samples to be tested, and select and load the samples to be tested into the test tasks. The testing module is used to start the testing process and execute all test cases in the test project. The report management module is used to automatically record intermediate data and generate test reports after the test process is completed.

[0007] Preferably, the testing module is further configured to: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process.

[0008] Preferably, the task management module is further configured to: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

[0009] Preferably, the testing module is further configured to: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

[0010] Preferably, it further includes: The clock module is used to provide a unified time base in the testing process and to achieve time synchronization in the testing process. A DC output module is used to provide DC power to the sample under test and determine the power consumption of the sample under test. The network module is used to provide communication control and data interaction between the system and the sample under test. The network module supports multiple communication interfaces and protocols. The AC output module is used to output AC power signals to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module is used to output telemetry and remote signaling control signals for the automated control of the sample under test.

[0011] According to another aspect of the present invention, the present invention provides a method for detecting a communication module of a power distribution terminal, the method comprising: Create a test project, which includes grouped test cases; Create a test plan, configure and select the test items and the test project; Based on the aforementioned test plan, a test task is created, and relevant information about the sample to be tested is determined. Select and load the sample to be tested into the test task; Start the testing process and execute all test cases in the test project; Once the testing process is complete, intermediate data will be automatically recorded and a test report will be generated.

[0012] Preferably, the method further includes: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process.

[0013] Preferably, it includes: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

[0014] Preferably, the step of starting the test process and executing all test cases in the test project includes: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

[0015] Preferably, it further includes: The clock module provides a unified time base for the testing process, enabling time synchronization throughout the testing process. The power consumption of the test sample is determined by supplying DC power to the test sample through a DC output module. The system provides communication control and data interaction with the sample under test through a network module, which supports multiple communication interfaces and protocols. The AC power output module outputs an AC power signal to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module outputs telemetry and remote signaling control signals to automatically control the sample under test.

[0016] This invention provides a testing system and method for power distribution terminal communication modules. The system includes: a scheme management module for creating test projects, which include grouped test cases; creating test schemes, configuring and selecting test items and test projects; a task management module for creating test tasks based on the test schemes, determining relevant information of the samples to be tested, and selecting and loading the samples to be tested into the test tasks; a test module for starting the test process and executing all test cases in the test project; and a report management module for automatically recording intermediate data and generating test reports after the test process is completed. The power distribution terminal communication module testing system and method provided by this invention achieves fully automated management and execution of test tasks through the collaborative design of software and hardware. This invention can flexibly configure test items according to different test schemes and automatically complete sample information entry, test task generation, test process execution, and report output, greatly improving testing efficiency and data processing accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention can be more fully understood by referring to the following figures: Figure 1 A structural diagram of a power distribution terminal communication module detection system according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and Figure 2 This is a flowchart of a power distribution terminal communication module detection method according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a flowchart of a power distribution terminal communication module detection method according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0018] Exemplary embodiments of the invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the invention may be embodied in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. These embodiments are provided to fully and completely disclose the invention and to fully convey its scope to those skilled in the art. The terminology used in the exemplary embodiments illustrated in the drawings is not intended to limit the invention. In the drawings, the same units / elements are referred to by the same reference numerals.

[0019] Unless otherwise stated, the terms used herein (including technical terms) have their common meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. Furthermore, it is understood that terms defined in commonly used dictionaries should be understood to have a meaning consistent with the context of their relevant field, and not to be interpreted as having an idealized or overly formal meaning.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a power distribution terminal communication module detection system according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] The purpose of this invention is to provide a reusable power distribution terminal communication module testing system and method for power distribution terminals and communication modules, aiming to solve the problems of repetitive test environment construction, closed architecture, difficulty in verifying the consistency of interchangeable modules, and insufficient automation and scalability of the test process in existing technologies. This invention, by introducing modular, configurable, and concurrent design concepts, constructs a unified power distribution terminal communication module testing system, capable of systematically verifying the communication capabilities and data interaction functions of power distribution automation terminals (FTU, DTU) and their communication modules, meeting the functional consistency testing requirements of remote and local communication modules in interchangeable scenarios. This invention achieves reusability of test components by abstracting communication interfaces and data parsing logic; achieves configurability of the test process by defining test items, communication parameters, and execution strategies through configuration files or a visual management interface; achieves system scalability by supporting rapid expansion of communication channels, test protocols, or data verification modules through modular architecture design; achieves concurrent testing of multiple modules and dynamic display of results through parallel task execution and real-time data refresh mechanisms; and verifies the functional consistency of remote and local communication modules in terms of protocol interaction, message parsing, and data transmission by comparing the test results, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the terminal under different communication links. Through the above design, this invention constructs a universal, open, and flexible test support framework, which not only improves the development and maintenance efficiency of the test system, but also significantly reduces the risk of repetitive work and human error in the test process. It can be widely used in power distribution automation terminal manufacturers, communication module R&D institutions, and power commissioning and testing units, providing a unified and scalable technical support platform for the interchangeability verification and performance testing of power distribution terminal communication modules.

[0022] The software portion of this invention mainly includes a scheme management module, a user management module, a task management module, a sample management module, a report management module, and a testing module. The hardware portion mainly includes a clock module, a DC output module, a network module, an AC output module, and a signal control output module.

[0023] like Figure 1 As shown, the present invention provides a power distribution terminal communication module detection system, the system comprising: The solution management module 101 is used to create test projects, which include grouped test cases; create test plans, configure and select test items and test projects; The task management module 102 is used to create test tasks based on the test plan, determine the relevant information of the samples to be tested, and select and load the samples to be tested into the test tasks. Test module 103 is used to start the test process and execute all test cases in the test project; The report management module 104 is used to automatically record intermediate data and generate test reports after the test process is completed.

[0024] Preferably, the test module 103 is further used for: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process.

[0025] Preferably, the task management module 102 is further used for: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

[0026] Preferably, the test module 103 is further used for: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

[0027] Preferably, the system further includes: The clock module is used to provide a unified time base in the testing process and to achieve time synchronization in the testing process. The DC output module is used to provide DC power to the sample under test and determine the power consumption of the sample under test. The network module is used to provide communication control and data interaction between the system and the sample under test. The network module supports a variety of communication interfaces and protocols. The AC output module is used to output AC power signals to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module is used to output telemetry and remote signaling control signals for the automated control of the sample under test.

[0028] 1) Solution Management Module Used for creating and editing test plans, and for unified management of the execution flow of different test objects; 2) User Management Module Used to manage system user registration, login, permission allocation, and operation records, ensuring system security and operation traceability; 3) Task Management Module Used to generate test tasks according to the test plan and schedule the task execution status, supporting multi-task concurrency management and real-time status updates; 4) Sample Management Module Used for entering, editing, and displaying basic information of the tested sample, including device model, communication method, serial number, hardware version, production date, etc. 5) Report Management Module Used to organize test results, generate test reports, and support export functionality; 6) Test Module As the core functional module of the system, it is used to load test plans, perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

[0029] 7) Clock module Used to provide a unified system time base to ensure time synchronization between communication and testing processes of various modules; 8) DC output module Used to output DC voltage or current, provide a stable DC power supply to the device under test, and calculate power consumption; 9) Network module Used for communication control and data interaction between the system and external devices, supporting multiple communication interfaces and protocols; 10) AC output module Used to output controllable AC power signals, simulating AC power supply scenarios in power systems, and supplying power to terminals; 11) Signal control output module It is used to output telemetry and telesignal control signals to realize automated control of equipment input, triggering and signal switching during the testing process.

[0030] 12) Test fixture module The pins used to control the module output a standard voltage to the module, serving as a medium for communication between the module and the system, and controlling the module.

[0031] The software and hardware of this system work together to form a reusable, configurable, and scalable testing system for power distribution terminal communication modules. It can support concurrent testing of multiple terminals and modules, and realize data interaction and functional consistency verification of power distribution terminals and their communication modules in different scenarios.

[0032] The power distribution terminal communication module testing system and method provided by this invention achieves fully automated management and execution of testing tasks through the collaborative design of software and hardware. This system can flexibly configure test items according to different test schemes and automatically complete sample information entry, test task generation, test process execution, and report output, greatly improving testing efficiency and data processing accuracy.

[0033] The system can automatically generate intermediate data records during the testing process, which facilitates the traceability and analysis of test results; it supports dynamic modification and reloading of sample information, test cases and test projects, which enhances the adaptability and scalability of the system.

[0034] Through this invention, testers can perform multi-task concurrent testing, real-time monitoring, and result management on a unified platform, effectively reducing manual intervention, improving test consistency and reliability, and thus significantly improving the level of test automation and quality control capabilities of data interaction products.

[0035] like Figure 2 As shown, the present invention provides a method for detecting a power distribution terminal communication module, the method comprising: Step 201: Create a test project, which includes the grouped test cases; Step 202: Create a test plan, configure and select test items and test projects; Step 203: Based on the test plan, create a test task and determine the relevant information of the sample to be tested; Step 204: Select and load the sample to be tested into the test task; Step 205: Start the test process and execute all test cases in the test project; Step 206: After the test process is completed, intermediate data is automatically recorded and a test report is generated.

[0036] Preferably, the method further includes: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process. For example... Figure 3 As shown.

[0037] Preferably, it includes: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

[0038] Preferably, the test process is initiated, and all test cases in the test project are executed, including: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

[0039] Preferably, it further includes: The clock module provides a unified time base for the testing process, enabling time synchronization throughout the testing process. The power consumption of the test sample is determined by supplying DC power to the test sample through the DC output module. The network module provides communication control and data interaction between the system and the sample under test. The network module supports a variety of communication interfaces and protocols. The AC power output module outputs an AC power signal to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module outputs telemetry and remote signaling control signals for automated control of the sample under test.

[0040] This invention provides an automated testing method for a power distribution terminal communication module. During the initial operation of the power distribution terminal communication module testing platform, the following steps are performed: configuring the communication connection information of the clock module, DC output module, signal control output module, and test fixture module; editing and creating a test plan; entering sample information; creating a test task; loading the test task; starting the test task; displaying the test results; and saving and generating a test report.

[0041] This invention uses a test module to load test tasks. The test module will automatically execute each loaded test task, automatically execute the test items in each test task in sequence, generate test item step results, test item results, task total results, generate a test report, and display key data.

[0042] This invention provides an automated testing method for a power distribution terminal communication module, the testing process of which includes the following steps: Step 1: Develop a test plan, configure and select the required test items.

[0043] Step 2: Create a test task, enter relevant information about the sample, such as manufacturer name, production batch, report number, etc., and save the task.

[0044] Step 3: Select and load the sample to be tested into the test task.

[0045] Step 4: Start the testing process and execute all test cases within the test project.

[0046] Step 5: After the test project is completed, the system will automatically generate intermediate data records and a test report.

[0047] Step Six: After the test is completed, you can modify the sample information, adjust the test cases or test project as needed, and reload and execute the test process.

[0048] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of the present invention can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, the present invention can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, the present invention can take the form of a computer program product implemented on one or more computer-usable storage media (including but not limited to disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code. The solutions in the embodiments of the present invention can be implemented using various computer languages, such as the object-oriented programming language Java and the interpreted scripting language JavaScript.

[0049] This invention is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of the invention. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded processor, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, generate instructions for implementing the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0050] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0051] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0052] Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including both the preferred embodiments and all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the invention.

[0053] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this invention without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this invention and their equivalents, this invention also intends to include these modifications and variations.

[0054] The invention has been described with reference to a few embodiments. However, as will be known to those skilled in the art, and as defined in the appended claims, other embodiments besides those disclosed above fall equivalently within the scope of the invention.

[0055] Generally, all terms used in the claims are to be interpreted according to their ordinary meaning in the art, unless otherwise expressly defined herein. All references to “a / the / the [device, component, etc.]” ​​are openly interpreted as at least one instance of said device, component, etc., unless otherwise expressly stated. The steps of any method disclosed herein need not be performed in the exact order disclosed unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Claims

1. A power distribution terminal communication module detection system, the system comprising: The solution management module is used to create test projects, which include grouped test cases. Create a test plan, configure and select the test items and the test project; The task management module is used to create test tasks and determine relevant information of the samples to be tested based on the test plan. Select and load the sample to be tested into the test task; The testing module is used to start the testing process and execute all test cases in the test project. The report management module is used to automatically record intermediate data and generate test reports after the test process is completed.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the testing module is further configured to: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process.

3. The system according to claim 1, wherein the task management module is further configured to: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

4. The system according to claim 1, wherein the testing module is further configured to: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

5. The system according to claim 1, further comprising: The clock module is used to provide a unified time base in the testing process and to achieve time synchronization in the testing process. A DC output module is used to provide DC power to the sample under test and determine the power consumption of the sample under test. The network module is used to provide communication control and data interaction between the system and the sample under test. The network module supports multiple communication interfaces and protocols. The AC output module is used to output AC power signals to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module is used to output telemetry and remote signaling control signals for the automated control of the sample under test.

6. A method for detecting a communication module in a power distribution terminal, the method comprising: Create a test project, which includes grouped test cases; Create a test plan, configure and select the test items and the test project; Based on the aforementioned test plan, a test task is created, and relevant information about the sample to be tested is determined. Select and load the sample to be tested into the test task; Start the testing process and execute all test cases in the test project; Once the testing process is complete, intermediate data will be automatically recorded and a test report will be generated.

7. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: Adjust the relevant information of the sample to be tested, modify the test project and test cases, and restart the test process.

8. The method of claim 6, comprising: Schedule the execution status of test tasks, and support concurrent management and real-time status updates for multiple test tasks.

9. The method according to claim 6, wherein starting the test process and executing all test cases in the test project includes: Perform communication and data interaction operations, collect test data, perform comparison calculations, and output test results.

10. The method of claim 6, further comprising: The clock module provides a unified time base for the testing process, enabling time synchronization throughout the testing process. The power consumption of the test sample is determined by supplying DC power to the test sample through a DC output module. The system provides communication control and data interaction with the sample under test through a network module, which supports multiple communication interfaces and protocols. The AC power output module outputs an AC power signal to supply power to the power distribution terminal. The signal control output module outputs telemetry and remote signaling control signals to automatically control the sample under test.

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