Airport runway guidance light control method, system, device, medium and product

Abstract

The application discloses an airport runway guide light control method, system, device, medium and product, relates to the technical field of navigation lamps, and comprises the following steps: acquiring a guide light control instruction and guide light real-time state data; determining light control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the guide light control instruction; matching the guide light real-time state data and the guide light configuration parameters to obtain a matching result; and controlling a plurality of guide lights according to the light control parameters in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time state data and the guide light configuration parameters are matched. The application solves the problem that the control of the guide light in the prior art depends on on-site manual operation and it is difficult to uniformly and normatively control a plurality of guide lights.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of navigational lighting technology, and in particular to a method, system, device, medium, and product for controlling airport runway guidance lights. Background Technology

[0002] Airport runway guidance lights are a crucial infrastructure for ensuring aircraft takeoff and landing safety and achieving precise approach and taxiing guidance. The reliability and intelligence level of their control methods directly affect airport operational safety and maintenance efficiency. Currently, airport runway guidance light control methods have significant technical shortcomings. On the one hand, the parameter configuration and mode adjustment of guidance lights rely heavily on manual operation of each light on-site, lacking remote automated configuration methods. This results in a large workload and low efficiency in on-site debugging, making it impossible to quickly adjust the operating parameters of the lights according to operational needs. On the other hand, existing systems lack the ability to centrally manage and coordinate multiple guidance lights. Each guidance light operates independently, making it difficult to achieve batch, unified, and standardized linkage control, resulting in a low degree of standardization in management and control.

[0003] In summary, the control of guide lights in existing technologies largely relies on manual operation on-site, which presents a technical problem in terms of the difficulty in uniformly and standardizedly controlling multiple guide lights. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a method, system, equipment, medium and product for controlling airport runway guidance lights, which can solve the technical problem that the control of guidance lights in the prior art relies heavily on on-site manual operation and it is difficult to uniformly and standardizedly control multiple guidance lights.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following solution: In a first aspect, this application provides a method for controlling airport runway guidance lights, including: Acquire guide light control commands and real-time status data of the guide lights; Based on the guide light control instructions, determine the lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters; The real-time status data of the guide lights is matched with the configuration parameters of the guide lights to obtain the matching results; In response to the matching results, which indicate a match between the real-time status data and the guide light configuration parameters, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the lighting control parameters.

[0006] Optionally, after matching the real-time status data of the guide light with the configuration parameters of the guide light to obtain a matching result, the method further includes: in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data of the guide light and the configuration parameters of the guide light do not match, determining abnormal parameters in the real-time status data of the guide light; and outputting alarm information based on the abnormal parameters, wherein the alarm information includes tilt angle abnormality alarm, temperature abnormality alarm and power supply abnormality alarm.

[0007] Optionally, in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data of the guide lights matches the configuration parameters of the guide lights, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the lighting control parameters. Specifically, this includes configuring the flashing of multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters, wherein the flashing configuration includes guide light grouping, light intensity configuration, color configuration, flashing duration, and flashing interval; and controlling the multiple guide lights to flash based on the flashing configuration.

[0008] Optionally, before acquiring the guide light control command and the guide light real-time status data, the method further includes: establishing a communication connection with multiple guide lights through a preset first communication channel to obtain a first connection result, wherein the first communication channel is a power line carrier communication channel; responding to the connection result indicating communication failure, establishing a communication connection with multiple guide lights through a preset second communication channel to obtain a second connection result, wherein the second communication channel is a bus communication channel; responding to the second connection result indicating successful communication, outputting a communication connection success signal, or responding to the second connection result indicating communication failure, outputting a remote communication fault signal.

[0009] Optionally, before acquiring the guide light control command and the guide light real-time status data, the method further includes: acquiring a clock signal for calibration; broadcasting the clock signal to multiple guide lights, and controlling the multiple guide lights to perform time calibration based on the clock signal.

[0010] Secondly, this application provides an airport runway guidance light control system, comprising: The host computer is used to monitor the real-time status data of the guide lights and issue control commands to the guide lights; The guide light controller communicates with the host computer and is used to determine the lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the guide light control instructions; match the real-time status data of the guide lights with the guide light configuration parameters to obtain the matching result; in response to the matching result, the controller controls multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters. Multiple guide lights are connected to the guide light controller, operate according to the controller's instructions, and report real-time status data of the guide lights.

[0011] Optionally, each of the multiple guide lights includes: a microcontroller control unit, a power line carrier communication unit connected to the microcontroller control unit, a three-axis tilt sensor unit, a bus communication unit, a power management unit, a flash brightness and color control unit, a temperature detection unit, a light source synchronization and counting unit, and a display and button unit.

[0012] Thirdly, this application provides a computer device, including: a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the processor executes the computer program to implement the steps of the airport runway guidance light control method described in any one of the above.

[0013] Fourthly, this application provides a computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the airport runway guidance light control method described above.

[0014] Fifthly, this application provides a computer program product, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the airport runway guidance light control method described above.

[0015] According to the specific embodiments provided in this application, the following technical effects are disclosed: This application provides a method, system, equipment, medium, and product for controlling airport runway guidance lights. The method first acquires guidance light control commands and real-time status data of each guidance light, and then accurately determines the corresponding lighting control parameters and guidance light configuration parameters based on the control commands. Next, it compares and matches the real-time status data of the guidance lights with the preset configuration parameters. Once the two match, it implements unified collaborative control of multiple guidance lights according to the lighting control parameters. This eliminates the need for on-site manual operation and adjustment of each light, breaking away from the traditional control mode that relies on on-site manual maintenance. It enables remote parameter analysis, automatic status verification, and centralized linkage scheduling of multiple lights, effectively avoiding the drawbacks of low efficiency and poor consistency of manual operation. Simultaneously, it achieves standardized, regulated, and integrated unified control of multiple guidance lights, improving the automation level, control consistency, and overall operational efficiency of runway guidance light control. This solves the technical problem in existing technologies where guidance light control relies heavily on on-site manual operation, making it difficult to uniformly and standardizedly control multiple guidance lights. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is an application environment diagram of an airport runway guidance light control method according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating an airport runway guidance light control method according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 3This application provides a schematic diagram of the structure of an airport runway guidance light control system according to an embodiment of the present application. Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of an airport runway guide light provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a computer device provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0019] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0020] The airport runway guidance light control method provided in this application embodiment can be applied to, for example... Figure 1 In the application environment shown, terminal 102 communicates with server 104 via a grid. A data storage system can store the data that server 104 needs to process. The data storage system can be set up independently, integrated into server 104, or placed in the cloud or on other servers.

[0021] The terminal 102 can be, but is not limited to, various desktop computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices. The server 104 can be implemented using a standalone server or a server cluster consisting of multiple servers, or it can be a cloud server.

[0022] In one exemplary embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, an airport runway guidance light control method is provided. This method is executed by computer equipment, specifically by a terminal or server alone, or by both a terminal and a server. In this embodiment, the method is applied to... Figure 1 Taking server 104 as an example, the explanation includes the following steps 201 to 204. Wherein: Step S201: Obtain the guide light control command and the guide light real-time status data.

[0023] In this embodiment, the system listens for and receives guide light control commands issued by the host computer management platform. These commands can encompass the overall control needs of the airport runway lighting system, working mode switching commands, and equipment operation scheduling requirements. Simultaneously, the system uses the built-in sensing and communication modules of each guide light to collect real-time, comprehensive operational status data of all on-site guide lights. Examples of this data include core operational information such as light fixture operating temperature, power supply voltage, installation and operating posture, current lighting working mode, real-time light intensity level, and online operating status of the equipment.

[0024] Understandably, by uniformly collecting, organizing, and caching the acquired control commands and real-time status data of the lighting fixtures, problems such as data loss and transmission delays can be effectively avoided. This provides complete, accurate, and reliable raw data support for the entire process of subsequent command parsing, parameter matching, status verification, and precise control execution, ensuring the stable and orderly progress of the overall control process.

[0025] Step S202: Determine the lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the guide light control command.

[0026] In this embodiment of the application, step S202 is used to perform comprehensive analysis and logical decomposition of the received guide light control command, and identify the core control requirements and equipment operating specifications contained in the command.

[0027] Based on the analyzed control logic, two types of core parameters are distinguished and identified: lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters. Lighting control parameters are dynamic execution parameters that directly regulate the output effect of the guide lights. They can cover key indicators such as light brightness level, light display color, flash cycle, flash duration, and multi-light coordination delay, defining the specific working state of the luminaires. Guide light configuration parameters are standardized benchmark parameters that ensure the safe and stable operation of the luminaires. They include fixed verification indicators such as luminaire attitude deviation threshold, high-temperature protection threshold, normal voltage operating range, and equipment benchmark operating mode, serving as the basis for determining whether the luminaire's operating condition is compliant.

[0028] Understandably, by precisely separating the two types of parameters, clarifying the execution standards for lighting control and the verification benchmarks for equipment status, the top-level control commands can be accurately converted into bottom-level executable and verifiable parameters.

[0029] Step S203: Match the real-time status data of the guide lights with the configuration parameters of the guide lights to obtain the matching result.

[0030] In the implementation of this application system, step S203 retrieves the real-time collected full-dimensional operating status data of each guide light and combines it with the standardized guide light configuration parameters determined in step S202 to perform a detailed comparison and matching of each dimension and item.

[0031] For example, the data comparison scope comprehensively covers core verification dimensions such as lamp operating posture, working temperature, power supply conditions, and operating mode, and checks whether the current actual operating conditions of each guide light meet the preset compliance standards, accurately identifying various faults such as lamp posture deviation, operating parameter exceeding limits, and abnormal equipment conditions.

[0032] Understandably, the system integrates the verification results from all dimensions to generate a unique and accurate overall matching result, thereby determining whether the current operating status of each guide light meets the standards and whether it meets the normal controlled working conditions, providing a reliable logical basis for triggering and executing subsequent lighting linkage control.

[0033] In step S204, in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data and the guide light configuration parameters match, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the light control parameters.

[0034] In this embodiment, when the matching result indicates that the real-time operating status data of the guide lights completely matches the preset guide light configuration parameters, meaning that all online guide lights are operating in compliance with regulations and are stable, without any abnormalities such as parameter overruns or equipment malfunctions, the closed-loop control logic is automatically triggered. The system calls the parsed lighting control parameters and, relying on a multi-device collaborative control mechanism, performs batch, unified, and standardized linkage control on multiple guide lights within the runway area. This allows for precise adjustment of the light intensity level, light color, flashing sequence, and other operating parameters of each guide light, ensuring that all guide lights operate synchronously and stably according to a unified control standard.

[0035] Understandably, this control process is fully automated, requiring no on-site manual operation by staff. It effectively overcomes the technical shortcomings of traditional manual light-by-light control, such as low efficiency, inconsistent operating status of multiple lights, and poor control standardization. It significantly improves the level of automation control, control accuracy, and operational stability of the airport runway guidance lighting system.

[0036] Based on the description of the above embodiments, the method provided in this application first obtains the guide light control command and the real-time status data of each guide light, and accurately determines the corresponding lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the control command. Then, it compares and matches the real-time status data of the guide lights with the preset configuration parameters. After the two match, it uniformly implements coordinated control of multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters. It eliminates the need for staff to manually adjust each light on-site, getting rid of the traditional control mode that relies on on-site manual operation and maintenance. It can realize remote parameter analysis, automatic status verification, and centralized linkage scheduling of multiple lights, effectively avoiding the disadvantages of low efficiency and poor consistency of manual operation. At the same time, it realizes standardized, normalized, and integrated unified control of multiple guide lights, improves the automation level, control consistency, and overall operation and regulation efficiency of runway guide light control, and solves the technical problem in the prior art that the control of guide lights mostly relies on on-site manual operation and it is difficult to uniformly and standardizedly control multiple guide lights.

[0037] Optionally, in step S203, after matching the real-time status data of the guide lights with the configuration parameters of the guide lights to obtain the matching result, the following steps are also included: Step S203a: In response to the matching result indicating a mismatch between the real-time status data of the guide light and the configuration parameters of the guide light, abnormal parameters in the real-time status data of the guide light are identified.

[0038] In this embodiment, after obtaining the data matching result, if the matching result indicates that the real-time status data of the guide light deviates from the preset guide light configuration parameters and the two do not meet the matching conditions, the system determines that the current guide light has an abnormal operating condition. After determining that the operating condition is abnormal, the abnormality tracing and identification logic is activated. The system performs layered screening and comparison verification on various parameter dimensions, such as attitude tilt angle data, operating temperature data, and power supply voltage and current data, contained in the real-time status data. The system locates the target parameters that deviate from the preset configuration parameter standards, independently distinguishes different types of abnormal parameter items, clarifies the specific value, over-limit range, and corresponding guide light device identifier of the abnormal parameters, and completes the accurate location and confirmation of abnormal parameters, providing accurate fault data support for subsequent targeted alarm output.

[0039] Step S203b: Output alarm information based on abnormal parameters, including tilt angle abnormality alarm, temperature abnormality alarm, and power supply abnormality alarm.

[0040] In this embodiment of the application, based on the various abnormal parameters identified in step S203a, preset fault alarm rules are matched to generate different types of standardized alarm information.

[0041] For example, when the triaxial tilt angle data of the guide light is detected to exceed a preset angle offset threshold, a tilt angle abnormality alarm is output to indicate a fault such as misalignment of the light fixture installation posture, loose equipment, or structural deformation. When the internal operating temperature of the guide light is detected to exceed a preset high-temperature protection threshold, a temperature abnormality alarm is output to indicate potential faults such as overheating of the light source or power module, or abnormal heat dissipation. When the power parameters such as the input voltage and operating current of the guide light are detected to deviate from the standard operating range, indicating overvoltage, undervoltage, or unstable power supply, a power supply abnormality alarm is output.

[0042] Understandably, step S203c can simultaneously upload various alarm information to the host computer management platform, enabling real-time reporting, precise location, and visual early warning of faults. This facilitates timely maintenance and troubleshooting by staff, improving the timeliness of system fault warnings and the accuracy of maintenance.

[0043] Optionally, in step S204, in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data of the guide lights matches the configuration parameters of the guide lights, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the lighting control parameters, specifically including the following steps: Step S2041: Configure the flashing of multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters. The flashing configuration includes guide light grouping, light intensity configuration, color configuration, flash duration, and flash interval.

[0044] In this embodiment of the invention, after confirming that the operating status of all the guide lights to be controlled is compliant and meets the control conditions, the configuration of the omnidirectional flashing parameters of multiple guide lights is completed based on the light control parameters obtained by analysis.

[0045] Specifically, based on the airport runway approach guidance requirements, the guide lights distributed at different locations on the runway are intelligently grouped and divided to achieve regionalized and sequential light group management. Simultaneously, multi-dimensional lighting configuration is completed based on control parameters, configuring the light intensity of each guide light according to preset brightness levels to adapt to lighting guidance needs in different visibility environments; light color configuration is completed according to flight guidance conditions, switching to adapt to specified light output modes such as white, green, and red; and the duration of a single flash and the time interval between two adjacent flashes are precisely set to determine standardized flash sequence rules.

[0046] Understandably, the aforementioned multi-dimensional integrated flash configuration provides a complete parameter benchmark for the synchronous, orderly, and standardized flashing of multiple guide lights.

[0047] Step S2042: Control multiple guide lights to flash based on the flash configuration.

[0048] In this embodiment, after step S041 completes the issuance and confirmation of all flash configuration parameters, multiple guide lights are uniformly driven to perform flashing operations synchronously according to the established light grouping rules, light intensity parameters, light color parameters, flash duration, and flash interval timing parameters. Relying on a precise clock synchronization mechanism, the flashing status of each guide light within the same light group is highly synchronized. Simultaneously, according to preset timing logic, orderly progressive flashing between different light groups is achieved, ensuring that all guide lights operate stably while strictly adhering to a unified configuration standard.

[0049] Understandably, the aforementioned automated control method can achieve batch coordinated control of multiple guide lights, eliminating problems such as inconsistent parameter settings, disordered flashing timing, and inconsistent light status caused by traditional manual control. It effectively ensures the regularity, accuracy, and stability of airport runway light guidance, meeting the high-precision guidance requirements for aircraft take-off and landing.

[0050] Optionally, before obtaining the guide light control command and the guide light real-time status data in step S201, the method further includes: Step S20a: Establish a communication connection with multiple guide lights through a preset first communication channel to obtain a first connection result, wherein the first communication channel is a power line carrier communication channel.

[0051] In this embodiment, before executing the guide light instruction acquisition and status acquisition process, the server needs to complete the pre-communication initialization work between the server and each guide light. The server, by default, calls the preset first communication channel, namely the power line carrier communication channel, to initiate handshake connection and channel adaptation requests to all guide lights deployed on the runway, completing communication link activation, channel matching, and device handshake interaction. By verifying the data interaction status, channel connectivity, and device response information, the establishment status of the power line carrier communication link is determined, and the corresponding first connection result is finally generated. This confirms whether the main communication channel is normally connected, establishing the basic communication conditions for subsequent instruction transmission and data interaction.

[0052] In step S20b, in response to the connection result indicating that the communication connection has failed, a second connection result is obtained by communicating with multiple guide lights through a preset second communication channel, wherein the second communication channel is a bus communication channel.

[0053] In this embodiment, if the first connection result indicates that the power line carrier communication channel has experienced problems such as link anomaly, handshake timeout, or data interaction interruption, i.e., the main communication channel connection fails, the server automatically triggers a communication redundancy switching mechanism. A preset second communication channel, i.e., the bus communication channel, is activated, and communication handshake and link establishment operations are re-initiated to multiple guide lights. This completes communication adaptation work such as bus channel configuration, device address matching, and data link verification. Based on the bus communication connectivity status and device response, a corresponding second connection result is generated, achieving automatic fallback switching of the communication channel in fault conditions.

[0054] In step S20c, in response to the second connection result indicating a successful communication connection, a successful communication connection signal is output; or, in response to the second connection result indicating a failed communication connection, a remote communication failure signal is output.

[0055] In this embodiment, step S20c executes the corresponding signal output logic based on the second connection result to complete the pre-communication status determination and feedback. When the second connection result indicates that the bus communication channel link is smooth, the device handshake is normal, and the data interaction is effective, i.e., the backup communication channel is successfully connected, a communication connection success signal is output to confirm that the system has established a valid communication link with multiple guide lights, allowing subsequent normal control processes such as control command acquisition and real-time status data collection. When the second connection result still indicates that the bus communication channel connection is abnormal, the link is interrupted, and a valid data interaction cannot be established, the system determines that both the primary and backup communication channels have failed, and synchronously outputs a remote communication fault signal to complete the communication fault alarm marking, providing a basis for judgment for subsequent system fault handling, operation and maintenance prompts, and control mode switching.

[0056] Optionally, before acquiring the guide light control commands and real-time status data of the guide lights, the following steps are also included: Step S20d: Obtain the clock signal used for calibration.

[0057] In this embodiment, a full-network clock synchronization calibration process is pre-executed before acquiring the guide light control commands and real-time status data. A standard clock signal is acquired through a built-in high-precision time synchronization module. This clock signal has a unified and high-precision time reference attribute, which can eliminate time deviations caused by device local clock drift and line transmission delay. It provides a standardized time reference for the coordinated flashing and timing synchronization control of multiple guide lights, ensuring the consistency and accuracy of subsequent timing control of multiple devices.

[0058] Step S20e: Broadcast the clock signal to multiple guide lights, and control the multiple guide lights to perform time calibration based on the clock signal.

[0059] In this embodiment, after acquiring the standard clock signal, a unified clock signal is broadcast to all guide lights on site through an established effective communication channel. After receiving the clock signal, each guide light overwrites and updates its own local real-time clock, completing the unified calibration of the entire machine's time base and correcting clock deviations and timing errors caused by long-term operation of each device.

[0060] Understandably, by using a unified time calibration across the entire domain, all guide lights can maintain a highly consistent time reference, avoiding problems such as asynchronous flashing, timing errors, and irregular guide lights caused by differences in independent clocks of multiple devices. This lays a precise timing foundation for subsequent configuration of synchronized parameters for multiple guide lights, coordinated flashing control, and unified operation management.

[0061] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides an airport runway guidance light control system for implementing the airport runway guidance light control method described above. The solution provided by this device is similar to the solution described in the above method; therefore, the specific limitations of one or more airport runway guidance light control system embodiments provided below can be found in the limitations of the airport runway guidance light control method described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0062] In one exemplary embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, an airport runway guidance light control system 30 is provided, comprising: The host computer 301 is used to monitor the real-time status data of the guide lights and issue control commands to the guide lights.

[0063] In this embodiment, the host computer 301 serves as the top-level remote monitoring and dispatch management terminal of the system. It can be deployed in the airport monitoring center and undertake the core functions of visual supervision of the entire system and issuing top-level instructions.

[0064] The host computer 301 has complete human-computer interaction and data management capabilities. It can receive, summarize and display the operating status data of all runway guide lights in real time. Specifically, it covers real-time status data of all dimensions such as the working attitude and tilt angle of the lights, internal working temperature, power supply voltage, working light intensity, light color, online working conditions and fault information, so as to realize all-weather remote visual monitoring of the operating status of all guide lights.

[0065] Meanwhile, staff can use the graphical interface of the 301 host computer to remotely generate and issue various guidance light control commands based on airport meteorological conditions, visibility levels, aircraft take-off and landing operation requirements, and on-site operation and maintenance requirements. These commands include light mode switching, light intensity adjustment, light color switching, flashing sequence configuration, light group grouping rule adjustment, and alarm threshold modification, providing top-level scheduling basis for lower-level controllers and realizing remote centralized control without on-site manual intervention.

[0066] The guide light controller 302 is communicatively connected to the host computer 301. It is used to determine the lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the guide light control instructions; match the real-time status data of the guide lights with the guide light configuration parameters to obtain the matching result; and, in response to the matching result, control multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters.

[0067] The guide light controller 302 is the core control device in the middle layer of the system. It establishes bidirectional communication connections with the host computer 301 and multiple field guide lights 302. It undertakes the core functions of instruction parsing, parameter calculation, status verification, logic judgment and field equipment control, and is the calculation and execution center of the entire control system.

[0068] The guide light controller 302 can receive various guide light control commands issued by the host computer 301 in real time, and perform comprehensive analysis and decomposition of the control commands to accurately extract and determine two types of core parameters: lighting control parameters used to regulate the lighting effect of the lamps and guide light configuration parameters used to determine the compliance of the lamps' operating conditions. The lighting control parameters define the specific working output state of the guide light 303, including parameters such as light intensity level, light color, flash duration, flash interval, and lamp grouping rules. The guide light configuration parameters are the benchmark threshold parameters for the compliant operation of the lamps, including verification benchmark parameters such as attitude tilt angle offset threshold, high temperature protection threshold, and normal power supply voltage range.

[0069] Meanwhile, the guide light controller 302 continuously receives real-time status data uploaded by each guide light 303, and performs a detailed, dimension-by-dimensional matching and comparison of the collected real-time status data with the preset guide light configuration parameters to generate accurate matching results. When the matching result indicates that the real-time status data of the guide lights completely matches the configuration parameters, that is, when the current operating posture, temperature, and power supply conditions of all guide lights 303 are within the compliant standard range, the equipment has no abnormal faults, and meets the normal controlled working conditions, the guide light controller 302 performs batch, unified, and standardized linkage control of multiple guide lights 303 on site based on the parsed lighting control parameters, realizing synchronous flashing of multiple lights, orderly timing operation, and standardized status regulation. If the matching result indicates that the real-time status data does not match the configuration parameters, the guide light controller 302 can accurately locate the abnormal parameter type and output corresponding alarm information such as abnormal tilt angle, abnormal temperature, and abnormal power supply, completing fault identification and early warning reporting.

[0070] Exemplary examples, in some embodiments of the present invention, the guide light controller 302 is deployed in a runway lighting station or field control box as the core of the area control. It integrates a main control MCU, a BeiDou / GPS dual-mode high-precision timing module, a 4G / fiber optic remote communication module, a power line carrier communication host module, and a CAN bus interface, etc.

[0071] It should be noted that the above method embodiments can be executed by the guide light controller 302.

[0072] Multiple guide lights 303 are communicatively connected to the guide light controller 302, operate under the control of the guide light controller, and report real-time status data of the guide lights.

[0073] In this embodiment, multiple guide lights 303 are intelligent execution terminals at the system's bottom layer, evenly distributed along the approach route of the airport runway, and all of them establish reliable communication connections with the guide light controller, possessing the ability to autonomously perceive status, report data, execute instructions, and operate adaptively.

[0074] For example, each guide light 303 has a built-in complete sensing unit, communication unit, lighting driving unit, and main control unit. It can collect real-time data on its own operating posture and tilt angle, internal operating temperature, input power supply voltage, real-time operating light intensity, and operating mode, and continuously and stably upload the processed real-time status data to the guide light controller 302, providing raw data support for the parameter matching verification and logic judgment of the guide light controller 302. At the same time, each guide light 303 can receive various control commands and configuration parameters issued by the guide light controller 302 in real time, and complete actions such as light intensity adjustment, color switching, flashing timing adjustment, and group coordinated flashing according to unified control commands, strictly completing the operation according to standardized parameters.

[0075] Understandably, the multi-guide light 303 working together eliminates the traditional manual adjustment and on-site operation control mode, achieving unified and standardized control of batch equipment and ensuring the consistency, regularity and accuracy of runway lighting guidance effects.

[0076] Optionally, such as Figure 4 As shown, each of the multiple guide lights includes: a microcontroller control unit 3031, a power line carrier communication unit 3032 connected to the microcontroller control unit, a three-axis tilt sensor unit 3033, a bus communication unit 3034, a power management unit 3035, a flash brightness and color control unit 3036, a temperature detection unit 3037, a light source synchronization and counting unit 3038, and a display and button unit 3039.

[0077] In this embodiment, each guide light is an intelligent terminal with independent sensing, communication, computing, execution, and fault self-diagnosis capabilities. Each light integrates multiple functional units, all of which are uniformly interfaced with a microcontroller control unit, which centrally schedules and coordinates their operation. The specific composition and technical functions of each functional unit are explained in detail below: The microcontroller control unit 3031 is the core main control processing unit of a single guide light, serving as the scheduling center and logic operation core for all functional modules within the guide light 303. The microcontroller control unit 3031 is responsible for coordinating the working timing and operating status of all other functional units, receiving sensing data collected by various sensors and control commands forwarded by the communication unit, and completing data parsing, logical judgment, parameter calculation, and control command distribution. It also undertakes core tasks such as local data storage, standard attitude baseline saving, threshold comparison judgment, fault diagnosis, and data reporting, uniformly managing the entire process of data acquisition, communication interaction, light driving, status self-checking, and local human-machine interaction of the guide light, ensuring the orderly overall operation logic and precise and controllable working timing of the single light.

[0078] The power line carrier communication unit 3032 serves as the main communication channel for the guide light 303, establishing a stable communication connection with the microcontroller control unit 3031. Relying on the on-site power lines, the power line carrier communication unit 3032 achieves data carrier transmission without requiring extensive additional communication cabling. It can stably receive lighting control commands, parameter configuration commands, and network-wide clock synchronization signals from the guide light controller, while simultaneously transmitting real-time lamp attitude data, temperature data, power supply status, and fault status data back to the guide light controller 302. This unit handles the vast majority of daily command interaction and data reporting, ensuring multi-lamp command synchronization, status communication, and remote parameter updates under normal system operation.

[0079] The three-axis tilt sensor unit 3033 is the core module for attitude perception of the guide light 303. It is communicatively connected to the microcontroller control unit 3031 and is used to acquire real-time, high-precision three-axis attitude data of the guide light 303, including horizontal tilt, vertical tilt, and heading angles. During the equipment installation and calibration phase, this unit can output angle data in real time to assist personnel in calibrating the mechanical attitude of the light fixture and to save the standard installation attitude reference angle. During long-term operation, it continuously monitors changes in the light fixture's attitude, uploading real-time angle data to the microcontroller control unit for comparison with preset angle alarm thresholds. This allows for timely identification of abnormalities such as loosening, misalignment, and structural deformation of the light fixture, enabling autonomous monitoring and early warning of attitude faults.

[0080] The bus communication unit 3034 serves as a backup redundant communication channel for the guide light 303. It is connected to the microcontroller control unit 3031 and forms a primary / backup dual-communication redundancy architecture with the power line carrier communication unit 3032. When abnormal faults occur in the power line carrier communication, such as line interference, link interruption, or data packet loss, the bus communication unit 3034 automatically takes over, undertaking the tasks of command reception and status data reporting. This unit ensures that even in communication abnormalities, the guide light 303 can still maintain effective data interaction with the guide light controller 302, improving the system's anti-interference capability and operational fault tolerance. It is also suitable for scenarios involving intensive on-site data debugging and batch parameter downloading.

[0081] The power management unit 3035 serves as the power supply guarantee module for the guide light 303. It communicates with the microcontroller control unit 3031 and is responsible for overall power supply management and power status monitoring of the lighting fixture. This unit is compatible with both solar panels and batteries, providing a stable operating voltage for all internal functional units of the lighting fixture. It also incorporates energy storage capacitors to meet the demands of instantaneous high-current flashing conditions. Furthermore, the power management unit 3035 monitors the input voltage and power supply status in real time, accurately identifying abnormal power conditions such as overvoltage, undervoltage, and unstable power supply. It then uploads power fault information to the microcontroller control unit 3031, enabling real-time monitoring, anomaly identification, and proactive early warning of power faults, ensuring a safe and stable power supply for the lighting fixture.

[0082] The flash brightness and color control unit 3036 is the light execution drive module for the guide light 303, controlled by the microcontroller control unit 3031. This unit integrates a multi-stage constant current drive circuit and a multi-color LED drive circuit, enabling precise adjustment of high, medium, and low light intensity based on received light control parameters. It also supports independent switching output of white, green, and red lights, as well as a dual-color sequential flashing mode. This unit can accurately respond to timing control commands, match flash duration and flash interval parameters, and stably output lighting effects that meet airport guidance standards, achieving differentiated light guidance adaptation under different weather conditions and flight conditions.

[0083] The temperature detection unit 3037 is the temperature sensing and overheat protection module for the guide light 303. It communicates with the microcontroller control unit 3031 and is specifically designed to collect real-time temperature data from the core heat-generating components inside the guide light 303, such as the light source and power supply. This unit continuously monitors the internal operating temperature of the light fixture and uploads the real-time temperature data to the microcontroller control unit. The microcontroller then compares and judges the data with a preset temperature alarm threshold. When the light fixture operates for an extended period, resulting in excessively high temperatures or abnormal overheating of components, it can promptly trigger overheat fault detection and alarms, preventing damage to the light source, drive circuit, and power supply module due to high temperatures, thus achieving self-monitoring and fault protection for overheating.

[0084] The light source synchronization and counting unit 3038 is the timing precision control module for the guide lights 303. It interfaces with the microcontroller control unit 3031 and undertakes the functions of network-wide clock synchronization and precise control of flash timing. Upon receiving synchronization commands from the guide light controller 302, this unit immediately resets its internal timing reference, calibrates the local timing sequence, and strictly executes timing control according to preset intra-group synchronization delay, inter-group sequence delay, flash duration, and flash interval. Through a high-precision hardware timing mechanism, it eliminates timing errors caused by line transmission delays and equipment clock drift, ensuring high synchronization of flashes within the same group of guide lights and regular flash sequences between different light groups, achieving a high-precision and highly consistent runway lighting guidance timing effect.

[0085] The display and button unit 3039 serves as the local human-machine interface module for the guide light 303. It communicates bidirectionally with the microcontroller control unit 3031, undertaking functions such as on-site installation calibration, local parameter setting, and on-site status monitoring. The local display module can display core operating data in real time, including the light fixture's three-axis angles, internal temperature, power supply voltage, and equipment operating mode, allowing staff to intuitively view the equipment's status. The physical buttons support local triggering of calibration modes, manual setting of light intensity levels, switching of light colors, and modification of local basic parameters. This enables manual calibration, parameter configuration, and troubleshooting in situations where remote communication fails or during on-site debugging, providing local manual maintenance and emergency operation capabilities.

[0086] It should be noted that all functional units inside the guide light 303 are connected to the microcontroller control unit 3031 through interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART or GPIO, and are uniformly scheduled by it.

[0087] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present invention, the guide light 303 further includes a wireless receiving unit connected to the microcontroller control unit 3031. When both bus communication and power line carrier communication fail, maintenance personnel can use a remote controller to communicate directly with the wireless receiving unit built into the guide light (or through the controller) via its wireless module.

[0088] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present invention, the airport runway guidance light control system operates as follows: After the system is powered on, the guide light controller acquires high-precision time information through the BeiDou / GPS module and broadcasts this clock signal to all guide lights via power line carrier. The microcontroller control unit of each guide light receives this clock signal and calibrates its own RTC (Real-Time Clock) to ensure that the time base of the entire system is unified within the nanosecond level error.

[0089] Installers can trigger the calibration mode via the display and button units on the luminaire. Once in calibration mode, the high-precision three-axis tilt sensor unit continuously collects current angle data, including horizontal, vertical, and heading angles, and displays it in real time on the screen. Based on the displayed values, installers mechanically adjust the luminaire to the standard angle. After confirmation, the angle value is saved to the non-volatile memory of the microcontroller control unit via a button, serving as the standard installation attitude angle for the luminaire and the angle threshold benchmark for subsequent fault diagnosis. Finally, the allowable angle offset threshold (e.g., horizontal ±0.3°, vertical ±0.5°) can be set via the display and button units or remote commands.

[0090] Monitoring personnel can perform the following operations via the host computer: Angle Monitoring: Real-time viewing of the three-axis angle data of any luminaire and comparison with saved standard values ​​and set thresholds. Parameter Setting: Remotely modify the operating parameters of any luminaire or a group of luminaires, including: a) Light intensity level (high / medium / low); b) Flash color (white / green / red) and whether to enable dual-color sequential flash; c) Flash period, flash duration, intra-group synchronization delay, and inter-group sequential flash delay; d) Angle alarm threshold; e) Temperature alarm threshold. Group Management: Flexible division of flash groups, specifying members within a group and the flash order between groups (from farthest to closest).

[0091] The microcontroller control unit of each guide light periodically reads data such as triaxial tilt angle, temperature, input voltage, and operating current.

[0092] If the difference between the real-time angle data and the standard installation attitude angle exceeds a set threshold, it is determined to be an attitude anomaly. The microcontroller control unit immediately reports an alarm message to the controller via power line carrier / CAN, including the lamp ID, abnormal angle value, and latitude and longitude. The controller immediately shuts down the power to the entire system or related lamp group and forwards the alarm to the host computer platform for display in a pop-up window. If the temperature detection unit reading exceeds the threshold, it triggers a local alarm and reports it. If the power management unit detects an abnormal input voltage (overvoltage / undervoltage), it triggers an alarm and reports it.

[0093] At a predetermined time (e.g., the start point every second), the guide light controller broadcasts a synchronized flashing command to all lights via power line carrier. Upon receiving the command, the light source synchronization and counting unit of each light resets its internal timer and begins timing according to the preset flash delay time for its group. After the timer expires, the microcontroller control unit drives the flash brightness and color control unit to precisely trigger the LED flashes according to the set light intensity, color, and flash duration, thereby achieving a strictly synchronized flashing effect within the group and a precise sequential flashing effect between groups.

[0094] When remote communication or power line carrier communication is interrupted, maintenance personnel can arrive on-site and use the remote controller to communicate directly with the guide lights or guide light controller to perform manual switching, parameter viewing, flashing tests, and other operations to ensure basic operation.

[0095] Maintenance personnel can also manually switch the light level and color and troubleshoot problems through the local display and button unit of the lamp.

[0096] It is understood that, based on the description of the above embodiments, the present invention has the following technical effects: High-precision and high-reliability synchronous flash control is achieved: by providing a unified time base through BeiDou time synchronization, combined with power line carrier command broadcasting and the internal hardware synchronization mechanism of a single lamp, the problem of flash asynchrony caused by line delay and clock drift is completely eliminated, ensuring the accuracy and continuity of the guiding sequence.

[0097] A comprehensive status awareness and intelligent early warning system has been established: the system not only controls the lighting of lamps, but also senses the health status (attitude, temperature, voltage, and current) of each lamp in real time. Through preset thresholds and automatic comparison, it achieves early warning and rapid and accurate location of faults such as loose installation, structural deformation, overheating of components, and abnormal power supply, transforming post-event maintenance into pre-event prevention.

[0098] It offers extremely flexible remote configuration and management capabilities: all key operating parameters (light, color, timing, thresholds) can be remotely, batch-wise, and dynamically modified via a host computer, without requiring personnel to go to the site. This enables the system to quickly adapt to the differentiated needs of various visibility conditions (fog, rain, night) and different flight procedures (flying around noise-sensitive areas), significantly improving the precision and responsiveness of operation management.

[0099] A multi-redundant reliable communication architecture has been formed: main communication (power line carrier), backup communication (CAN), remote communication (4G / fiber optic), and emergency communication (wireless remote control) constitute a multi-layer communication network, ensuring that the system can still maintain basic control functions or enter a safe state in the event of failure of any single communication link, and the system robustness is significantly enhanced.

[0100] The installation, commissioning, and maintenance process is simplified: the integrated three-axis tilt sensor and local display interface make angle calibration work visual and precise, reducing installation difficulty and time costs. The calibration flight mode and threshold setting function digitize and trace installation quality standards, providing a reliable benchmark for long-term operation and maintenance.

[0101] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer device is provided, which may be a server or a terminal, and its internal structure diagram may be as follows. Figure 5 As shown, this computer device includes a processor, memory, input / output (I / O) interfaces, and a communication interface. The processor, memory, and I / O interfaces are connected via a system bus, and the communication interface is also connected to the system bus via the I / O interfaces. The processor provides computational and control capabilities. The memory includes non-volatile storage media and internal memory. The non-volatile storage media stores the operating system, computer programs, and a database. The internal memory provides the environment for the operation of the operating system and computer programs stored in the non-volatile storage media. The database stores control instructions. The I / O interfaces are used for exchanging information between the processor and external devices. The communication interface is used for communication with external terminals via a grid connection. When executed by the processor, the computer program implements an airport runway guidance light control method.

[0102] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 5 The structure shown is merely a block diagram of a portion of the structure related to the present application and does not constitute a limitation on the computer device to which the present application is applied. Specific computer devices may include more or fewer components than those shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements.

[0103] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer device is also provided, including a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to implement the steps in the above-described method embodiments.

[0104] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer-readable storage medium is provided storing a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps in the above-described method embodiments.

[0105] In one exemplary embodiment, a computer program product is provided, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps in the above-described method embodiments.

[0106] It should be noted that the user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, data stored, data displayed, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of the relevant data must comply with relevant regulations.

[0107] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes in the above embodiments can be implemented by a computer program instructing related hardware. The computer program can be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium. When executed, the computer program can include the processes of the embodiments described above. Any references to memory, databases, or other media used in the embodiments provided in this application can include at least one of non-volatile and volatile memory. Non-volatile memory can include read-only memory (ROM), magnetic tape, floppy disk, flash memory, optical memory, high-density embedded non-volatile memory, resistive random access memory (ReRAM), magnetic random access memory (MRAM), ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM), phase change memory (PCM), graphene memory, etc. Volatile memory can include random access memory (RAM) or external cache memory, etc. By way of illustration and not limitation, RAM can take many forms, such as Static Random Access Memory (SRAM) or Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM).

[0108] The databases involved in the embodiments provided in this application may include at least one type of relational database and non-relational database. Non-relational databases may include, but are not limited to, blockchain-based distributed databases. The processors involved in the embodiments provided in this application may be general-purpose processors, central processing units, graphics processing units, digital signal processors, programmable logic devices, quantum computing-based data processing logic devices, etc., and are not limited to these.

[0109] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above 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.

[0110] This document uses specific examples to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the methods and core ideas of this application. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this application, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. An airport runway guide light control method characterized by, The airport runway guidance light control method includes: Acquire guide light control commands and real-time status data of the guide lights; Based on the guide light control command, determine the light control parameters and guide light configuration parameters; The real-time status data of the guide lights and the configuration parameters of the guide lights are matched to obtain the matching result; In response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data and the guide light configuration parameters match, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the light control parameters.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein, After matching the real-time status data of the guide light with the configuration parameters of the guide light to obtain the matching result, the method further includes: In response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data of the guide light and the configuration parameters of the guide light do not match, abnormal parameters in the real-time status data of the guide light are determined. Based on the abnormal parameters, alarm information is output, including tilt angle abnormality alarm, temperature abnormality alarm, and power supply abnormality alarm.

3. The method of claim 1, wherein In response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data and configuration parameters of the guide lights match, multiple guide lights are controlled according to the lighting control parameters, specifically including: According to the lighting control parameters, the flashing configuration is configured for the plurality of guide lights, wherein the flashing configuration includes guide light grouping, light intensity configuration, color configuration, flashing duration and flashing interval; Control the plurality of guide lights to flash based on the flashing configuration.

4. The method of claim 1, wherein Before acquiring the guide light control commands and real-time status data of the guide lights, the following steps are also included: A first connection result is obtained by communicating with the plurality of guide lights through a preset first communication channel, wherein the first communication channel is a power line carrier communication channel; In response to the connection result indicating a communication connection failure, a second connection result is obtained by communicating with the plurality of guide lights through a preset second communication channel, wherein the second communication channel is a bus communication channel; In response to the second connection result indicating a successful communication connection, a successful communication connection signal is output; or, in response to the second connection result indicating a failed communication connection, a remote communication failure signal is output.

5. The method of claim 4, wherein, Before acquiring the guide light control commands and real-time status data of the guide lights, the following steps are also included: Obtain the clock signal used for calibration; The clock signal is broadcast to the plurality of guide lights, and the plurality of guide lights are controlled to perform time calibration based on the clock signal.

6. An airport runway guidance light control system, characterized in that, The airport runway guidance light control system includes: The host computer is used to monitor the real-time status data of the guide lights and issue control commands to the guide lights; A guide light controller, communicatively connected to the host computer, is used to determine lighting control parameters and guide light configuration parameters according to the guide light control instructions; match the real-time status data of the guide lights with the guide light configuration parameters to obtain a matching result; and, in response to the matching result indicating that the real-time status data and the guide light configuration parameters match, control multiple guide lights according to the lighting control parameters. Multiple guide lights are communicatively connected to the guide light controller, operate under the control of the guide light controller, and report real-time status data of the guide lights.

7. The airport runway guidance light control system of claim 6, wherein, Each of the plurality of guide lights includes: a microcontroller control unit, a power line carrier communication unit, a three-axis tilt sensor unit, a bus communication unit, a power management unit, a flash brightness and color control unit, a temperature detection unit, a light source synchronization and counting unit, and a display and button unit that are communicatively connected to the microcontroller control unit.

8. A computer device comprising: A memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, characterized in that the processor executes the computer program to implement the steps of the airport runway guide light control method according to any one of claims 1-5.

9. A computer-readable storage medium having stored thereon a computer program, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the steps of the airport runway guide light control method according to any one of claims 1-5.

10. A computer program product comprising a computer program, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the steps of the airport runway guide light control method according to any one of claims 1-5.

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