Solar-powered multichannel 5G communication system
By integrating solar power supply and multi-channel communication, the problem of high power consumption and large size of 5G communication equipment in outdoor environments has been solved, realizing a low-power, compact communication system that is easy to install outdoors and supports diverse communication methods.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422691315.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing 5G communication equipment consumes a lot of power in outdoor environments, and its independent design results in large equipment size and complex wiring, which cannot meet diverse communication needs, especially in complex terrain or long-distance transmission scenarios.
It adopts an integrated design that combines a solar power unit with an external power unit, providing multiple communication channels, including Ethernet, fiber optic and RS485 communication. It optimizes chip design and power management, and uses the STM32F429 MCU chip, as well as encryption and Flash chips to realize data processing and storage.
It reduces system power consumption, decreases equipment size, facilitates outdoor installation, improves system environmental adaptability and reliability, and meets diverse communication needs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of communications, specifically to a multi-channel 5G communication system powered by solar energy. Background Technology
[0002] Traditional power distribution terminals are primarily responsible for monitoring and controlling the operational status of power distribution lines, while communication equipment is responsible for transmitting the monitoring data to the monitoring center in real time. In this process, 5G communication technology, with its advantages of high bandwidth, low latency, and wide coverage, has become an important means of communication for smart grids.
[0003] In existing technologies, power distribution terminals and 5G communication equipment are typically two independent units. Power distribution terminals usually draw power from high-voltage lines via potential transformers (PTs) to supply their own power. This method can ensure the independent operation of the terminal to a certain extent, but the power consumption of the power distribution terminal needs to be strictly controlled due to the limited power draw capacity of the PT. 5G communication equipment mainly consists of ARM chips and 5G modules.
[0004] In existing architectures, 5G terminals are typically placed outside the power distribution terminal, with data transmission between the two via Ethernet cables. While this method ensures stable data transmission, it increases wiring complexity and installation difficulty. Because the ARM chip running the Linux operating system consumes a significant amount of power, the entire 5G communication device consumes approximately 10W, posing a considerable challenge for outdoor power supply environments. The design of two separate devices results in a large overall structure, occupying a significant amount of installation space, which is unsuitable for installation in space-constrained outdoor environments.
[0005] Existing 5G communication equipment requires a stable power supply environment to operate, which is often difficult to meet for outdoor environments, especially for power distribution terminals in remote areas. It is not suitable for long-distance fiber optic communication environments in outdoor settings, and its communication connection channel with power distribution terminals is limited, failing to meet diverse communication needs, particularly in complex terrain or long-distance transmission scenarios.
[0006] Therefore, a new type of integration solution between power distribution terminals and 5G communication equipment is needed. Utility Model Content
[0007] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem that existing communication systems need to be used in outdoor environments with power supply.
[0008] This utility model provides a multi-channel 5G communication system powered by solar energy, comprising: a chip, a power module, a power distribution terminal, and a communication module, wherein the power distribution terminal, the chip, and the communication module are connected in sequence; the power module is connected to the chip and supplies power to the chip.
[0009] The power distribution terminal transmits device data to the chip, and the communication module receives and sends the device data and master station data, and performs wireless network registration and switching.
[0010] The power module includes a solar power supply unit and an external power supply unit.
[0011] Furthermore, the chip is an MCU chip, and the model of the MCU chip is STM32F429.
[0012] Furthermore, the MCU chip and the communication module transmit data via USB 3.0.
[0013] Furthermore, a communication channel is provided between the power distribution terminal and the MCU chip.
[0014] Furthermore, the communication channels include Ethernet communication, fiber optic communication, and RS485 communication channels.
[0015] Furthermore, the eighth and ninth pins of the MCU chip are respectively connected to the two ends of the first crystal oscillator. The eighth pin is also connected in series with a first capacitor and grounded, and the ninth pin is also connected in series with a second capacitor and grounded.
[0016] Pins 10, 27, 74, 99, and 20 are connected to the power supply after being connected in series with the third capacitor; pins 12 and 13 are connected to the two ends of the second crystal oscillator respectively; pin 12 is also connected in series with the fourth capacitor and grounded; pin 13 is also connected in series with the fifth capacitor and grounded; pin 14 is connected in series with the sixth capacitor and grounded.
[0017] Pin 21 is connected to the power supply; pin 22 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 7, and pin 22 is also connected to the power supply; pin 49 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 8; pin 73 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 9.
[0018] Furthermore, the power module also includes a load switching circuit, which includes an inductor. One end of the inductor is connected to the first power supply terminal, and the other end is connected to one end of the tenth capacitor and the eleventh capacitor respectively. The tenth capacitor and the eleventh capacitor are connected in parallel and then grounded. The eleventh capacitor is also connected to the load circuit.
[0019] Furthermore, it also includes an encryption chip and a Flash chip. The encryption chip is connected to the chip and is used to encrypt communication data; the Flash chip is connected to the chip and is used to store data.
[0020] Furthermore, the communication module includes a communication chip, the second pin of which is connected to the twelfth capacitor, the thirteenth capacitor, the fourteenth capacitor, the fifteenth capacitor and the first polarity capacitor and grounded;
[0021] The 30th pin is connected in series with the first resistor, the 32nd pin is connected in series with the second resistor, and the 34th pin is connected in series with the third resistor;
[0022] Pin 65 is connected in series with a bidirectional diode, one end of the sixteenth capacitor, and one end of the seventeenth capacitor, and then grounded. The other end of the sixteenth capacitor is connected to the power supply.
[0023] Pin 70 is connected to capacitors 18, 19, 20, 21 and the second polarity capacitor and grounded.
[0024] Compared to existing technologies, this invention offers at least the following advantages: It employs a solar power supply unit, utilizing renewable energy to provide power to the system, reducing reliance on the traditional power grid and lowering energy consumption. Through optimized chip design and power management, the overall system power consumption is effectively reduced, facilitating stable operation under solar power conditions and extending equipment lifespan. The integrated design makes the connection between the power distribution terminal and the 5G communication module more compact, reducing equipment size and space requirements, and facilitating installation and maintenance in outdoor environments. The combination of the solar power supply unit and the external power supply unit ensures that the system prioritizes solar power when sunlight is abundant, automatically switching to external power in cases of insufficient sunlight or emergencies, improving the system's environmental adaptability and reliability. Attached Figure Description
[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.
[0026] Figure 1 This is a block diagram of a solar-powered multi-channel 5G communication system according to one embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the load switch circuit and the load circuit in one embodiment of the present invention;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the load switch circuit and the load circuit in another embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the load switch circuit and the load circuit in another embodiment of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the load switch circuit and the load circuit in another embodiment of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the load switch circuit and the load circuit in another embodiment of the present invention;
[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of an MCU chip in one embodiment of the present invention;
[0032] Figure 8 This is a circuit diagram of the communication module in one embodiment of the present invention;
[0033] Wherein, Y3 is the first crystal oscillator; Y4 is the second crystal oscillator; C119 is the first capacitor; C121 is the second capacitor; C132 is the third capacitor; C120 is the fourth capacitor; C122 is the fifth capacitor; C125 is the sixth capacitor; C133 is the seventh capacitor; C124 is the eighth capacitor; C123 is the ninth capacitor; C250 is the tenth capacitor; C251 is the eleventh capacitor; C265 is the twelfth capacitor; C264 is the thirteenth capacitor; C263 is the fourteenth capacitor; C446 is the fifteenth capacitor; C439 is the sixteenth capacitor; C440 is the seventeenth capacitor; C261 is the eighteenth capacitor; C260 is the nineteenth capacitor; C259 is the twentieth capacitor; C445 is the twenty-first capacitor; C266 is the first polarity capacitor; C258 is the second polarity capacitor; R426 is the first resistor; R427 is the second resistor; R428 is the third resistor. Detailed Implementation
[0034] The following is a more detailed description of a solar-powered multi-channel 5G communication system according to the present invention, with reference to the accompanying diagrams, which illustrate preferred embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can modify the present invention described herein while still achieving its advantageous effects. Therefore, the following description should be understood as being broadly known to those skilled in the art and is not intended to limit the present invention.
[0035] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0036] The present invention will be described in more detail below by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. The advantages and features of the present invention will become clearer from the following description. It should be noted that the drawings are in a very simplified form and use non-precise proportions, and are only used to facilitate and clarify the illustration of the embodiments of the present invention.
[0037] This utility model provides a multi-channel 5G communication system powered by solar energy. Please refer to [reference needed]. Figure 1 The device includes: a chip, a power module, a power distribution terminal, and a communication module, wherein the power distribution terminal, the chip, and the communication module are connected in sequence; the power module is connected to the chip and supplies power to the chip.
[0038] The power distribution terminal transmits device data to the chip, and the communication module receives and sends the device data and master station data, and performs wireless network registration and switching.
[0039] The power module includes a solar power supply unit and an external power supply unit.
[0040] Specifically, the distribution terminal monitors the power system's status in real time, including parameters such as voltage, current, power, and switch status. This monitored data is initially processed by sensors and processors within the distribution terminal. The distribution terminal then transmits the processed data to the core processing chip via wired or wireless means. The chip further processes the received data, such as encoding and compression, to prepare for data transmission. The chip processes the data to ensure its integrity and accuracy. Finally, the chip packages the data according to a preset protocol, ready for transmission via the communication module.
[0041] In the solar power unit, the solar panel outputs 12V voltage, which is then passed through a DC-DC power chip to output 5V voltage. Finally, the 5V voltage is passed through an LDO voltage regulator chip to output 3.3V to charge the battery.
[0042] For further details, please refer to... Figure 7 The chip is an MCU chip, and the model of the MCU chip is STM32F429.
[0043] Furthermore, the MCU chip and the communication module transmit data via USB 3.0.
[0044] In this system, the MCU chip and the communication module are connected via a USB 3.0 interface, which enables fast data transmission, reduces data latency during transmission, and improves the overall performance of the system.
[0045] Furthermore, a communication channel is provided between the power distribution terminal and the MCU chip.
[0046] Furthermore, the communication channels include Ethernet communication, fiber optic communication, and RS485 communication channels.
[0047] Specifically, Ethernet communication is a widely used network communication technology that connects network devices via twisted-pair cables or optical fibers. In the system, the Ethernet communication channel allows for high-speed data transmission between the power distribution terminal and the MCU chip. This communication method is typically used to transmit large amounts of data and offers good stability and reliability. Fiber optic communication is a communication method that uses optical fibers to transmit optical signals. It has very high bandwidth and extremely low signal attenuation, making it suitable for long-distance data transmission. In the system, the fiber optic communication channel can be used to establish a high-speed and stable connection between the power distribution terminal and the MCU chip, especially when data needs to be transmitted over long distances. RS485 is a serial communication protocol that supports multi-point communication, meaning multiple devices can be connected to the same communication line. It has good anti-interference capabilities and a long transmission distance (up to 1200 meters or more). In the system, the RS485 communication channel can be used to connect multiple power distribution terminals or sensors and exchange data with the MCU chip. In this embodiment, Ethernet communication, fiber optic communication, and RS485 communication channels are all connected to the power module.
[0048] By providing multiple communication methods, the system can automatically switch to other communication channels when one method fails, thereby improving system reliability and stability. Different communication channels are suitable for different application scenarios and environments. For example, fiber optic communication is suitable for long-distance transmission, while RS485 is suitable for use in industrial environments. The system can select the most suitable communication method according to actual needs to optimize data transmission speed and efficiency.
[0049] For further details, please refer to... Figure 7 The eighth and ninth pins of the MCU chip are respectively connected to the two ends of the first crystal oscillator (Y3). The eighth pin is also connected in series with the first capacitor (C119) and grounded, and the ninth pin is also connected in series with the second capacitor (C121) and grounded.
[0050] Pins 10, 27, 74, 99, and 20 are connected in series with a third capacitor (C132) and then connected to the power supply. Pins 12 and 13 are connected to the two ends of the second crystal oscillator (Y4). Pin 12 is also connected in series with a fourth capacitor (C120) and grounded. Pin 13 is also connected in series with a fifth capacitor (C122) and grounded. Pin 14 is connected in series with a sixth capacitor (C125) and then grounded.
[0051] Pin 21 is connected to the power supply; pin 22 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 7 (C133), and pin 22 is also connected to the power supply; pin 49 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 8 (C124); pin 73 is connected to ground after being connected in series with capacitor 9 (C123).
[0052] Specifically, pins 8 and 9 are connected to the two ends of the first crystal oscillator (Y3) to provide a clock signal to the MCU. The crystal oscillator is connected to these two pins of the MCU to generate a stable clock frequency. Pin 8 is also connected in series with a first capacitor (C119) and grounded to filter noise and ensure clock signal stability. Pin 9 is connected in series with a second capacitor (C121) and grounded, also for filtering. Pins 10, 27, 74, 99, and 20 are connected in series with a third capacitor (C132) and then connected to the power supply for power supply or decoupling. The third capacitor (C132) in series reduces noise on the power line, ensuring a stable power supply to the MCU.
[0053] Pin 12 is connected in series with capacitor 4 (C120) and grounded for filtering. Pin 13 is connected in series with capacitor 5 (C122) and grounded, also for filtering. Pin 14 is connected in series with capacitor 6 (C125) and grounded for use as a reference point for analog signals or for configuring certain functions of the MCU. Pin 21 is the MCU's main power supply pin. Pin 22 is connected in series with capacitor 7 (C133) and grounded, and is also connected to the power supply terminal for power supply decoupling; capacitor 7 (C133) helps stabilize the power supply voltage. Pin 49 is connected in series with capacitor 8 (C124) for filtering or coupling.
[0054] For further details, please refer to... Figures 2-6 The power module further includes a load switch circuit, which includes an inductor. One end of the inductor is connected to the first power supply terminal, and the other end is connected to one end of the tenth capacitor (C250) and the eleventh capacitor (C251) respectively. The tenth capacitor (C250) and the eleventh capacitor (C251) are connected in parallel and grounded. The eleventh capacitor (C251) is also connected to the load circuit.
[0055] The load switching circuit is used to control the power supply to the load circuit in the distribution terminal. One end of the inductor is connected to the first power supply terminal, which is usually the main power supply of the distribution terminal. The other end of the inductor is connected to one end of the tenth capacitor (C250) and the eleventh capacitor (C251). The inductor acts as a filter and energy storage in the circuit, reducing voltage fluctuations when the power is turned on or off. The tenth capacitor (C250) and the eleventh capacitor (C251) are connected in parallel and grounded. This configuration is used for further filtering to help remove high-frequency noise on the power line. The eleventh capacitor (C251), in addition to being grounded, is also connected to the load circuit. This indicates that the eleventh capacitor (C251), while providing filtering, is also part of the load circuit, used to maintain a stable power supply to the load circuit.
[0056] Figures 2-6 These are schematic diagrams of different load circuits and load switching circuits.
[0057] Furthermore, it also includes an encryption chip and a Flash chip. The encryption chip is connected to the chip and is used to encrypt communication data; the Flash chip is connected to the chip and is used to store data.
[0058] Specifically, both the encryption chip and the Flash chip are connected to the power module to obtain the power required for operation. The encryption chip is connected to the main MCU chip, and its main function is to encrypt communication data. Encryption is a crucial step in ensuring information security during data transmission. The encryption chip can use symmetric encryption (such as AES) or asymmetric encryption (such as RSA) algorithms to encrypt and decrypt data, ensuring that only the recipient with the correct key can access the original data. By encrypting communication data, the system can prevent unauthorized access and data leakage, which is especially important in 5G communication networks, where the network may carry sensitive personal information or critical infrastructure data.
[0059] The Flash chip is connected to the main MCU chip and is used to store data. Flash memory is a non-volatile storage medium that retains data even when power is off. In the system, the Flash chip can be used to store operating system firmware, configuration parameters, historical data records, log information, etc. The addition of the Flash chip improves the system's storage capacity, enabling the system to process and save more information, while also facilitating system upgrades and maintenance.
[0060] For further details, please refer to... Figure 8The communication module includes a communication chip. The second pin of the communication chip is connected to the twelfth capacitor (C265), the thirteenth capacitor (C264), the fourteenth capacitor (C263), the fifteenth capacitor (C446), and the first polarized capacitor (C266) and grounded. The thirtieth pin is connected in series with the first resistor (R426), the thirty-second pin is connected in series with the second resistor (R427), and the thirty-fourth pin is connected in series with the third resistor (R428). The sixty-fifth pin is connected in series with a bidirectional diode, the sixteenth capacitor (C439), and one end of the seventeenth capacitor (C440) and grounded. The other end of the sixteenth capacitor (C439) is connected to the power supply. The seventieth pin is connected to the eighteenth capacitor (C261), the nineteenth capacitor (C260), the twentieth capacitor (C259), the twenty-first capacitor (C445), and the second polarized capacitor (C258) and grounded. The second pin connects to the twelfth capacitor (C265), thirteenth capacitor (C264), fourteenth capacitor (C263), fifteenth capacitor (C446), and the first polarity capacitor (C266) and is grounded for power supply decoupling. The capacitors act as filters here, helping to remove high-frequency noise from the power lines and ensuring a stable and clean power supply for the communication chip. The thirtieth, thirty-second, and thirty-fourth pins are connected to resistors. These resistors are used for current limiting, pull-up, or pull-down to protect the input / output pins of the communication chip, or to adjust signal levels.
[0061] Pin 65 is connected in series with a bidirectional diode, capacitor 16 (C439), and capacitor 17 (C440), with one end grounded. The other end of capacitor 16 (C439) is connected to the power supply. This protects the communication chip from reverse power connection or overvoltage. The bidirectional diode prevents reverse current flow, while the capacitors provide further filtering. Pin 70 is connected to capacitors 18 (C261), 19 (C260), 20 (C259), 21 (C445), and a second-polarity capacitor (C258) to provide additional power supply decoupling or signal filtering, ensuring a stable operating environment for the communication chip and reducing noise interference.
[0062] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, the communication chip is of model PCIEM2.
[0063] The above-described specific examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention. Those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains can make various simple deductions, modifications, or substitutions based on the concept of this invention.
Claims
1. A multi-channel 5G communication system for solar power generation, characterized by, Include: Chip, power module, power distribution terminal and communication module, the power distribution terminal, chip and communication module are connected in turn; the power module is connected with the chip and the communication module respectively and powers; The power distribution terminal transmits device data to the chip, the communication module receives and sends the device data and the main station data, and carries out the registration and switching of the wireless network; The power module includes a solar power supply unit and an external power supply unit.
2. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 1, wherein, The chip is an MCU chip, and the model of the MCU chip is STM32F429.
3. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 2, wherein, The MCU chip and the communication module transmit data through USB3.
0.
4. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 3, wherein, The power distribution terminal and the MCU chip are also provided with a communication channel.
5. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 4, wherein, The communication channel includes Ethernet communication, optical fiber communication and RS485 communication channel.
6. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 2, wherein, The eighth pin and the ninth pin of the MCU chip are connected to the two ends of the first crystal oscillator respectively, the eighth pin is also connected to the ground through a first capacitor in series, and the ninth pin is also connected to the ground through a second capacitor in series; The tenth pin, the twenty-seventh pin, the seventy-fourth pin, the ninety-ninth pin and the twentieth pin are connected and connected to the power supply end through a third capacitor; the twelfth pin and the thirteenth pin are connected to the two ends of the second crystal oscillator respectively, the twelfth pin is also connected to the ground through a fourth capacitor in series, and the thirteenth pin is also connected to the ground through a fifth capacitor in series; the fourteenth pin is connected to the ground through a sixth capacitor in series; The twenty-first pin is connected to the power supply end; the twenty-second pin is connected to the ground through a seventh capacitor in series, and the twenty-second pin is also connected to the power supply end; the forty-ninth pin is connected to the ground through an eighth capacitor in series; the seventy-third pin is connected to the ground through a ninth capacitor in series.
7. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 1, wherein, The power module also includes a load switch circuit, the load switch circuit includes an inductor, one end of the inductor is connected to a first power supply end, the other end is connected to one end of a tenth capacitor and an eleventh capacitor respectively, the tenth capacitor and the eleventh capacitor are connected in parallel and connected to the ground, and the eleventh capacitor is also connected to a load circuit.
8. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 1, wherein, It also includes an encryption chip and a flash chip, the encryption chip is connected with the chip, and is used for encrypting communication data; the flash chip is connected with the chip, and is used for storing data.
9. The solar powered multi-lane 5G communication system of claim 1, wherein, The communication module includes a communication chip, the second pin of the communication chip is connected to the ground through a twelfth capacitor, a thirteenth capacitor, a fourteenth capacitor, a fifteenth capacitor and a first polarity capacitor respectively; The thirty-first pin is connected to the ground through a first resistor, the thirty-second pin is connected to the ground through a second resistor, and the thirty-fourth pin is connected to the ground through a third resistor; The sixty-fifth pin is connected to the ground through a bidirectional diode, a sixteenth capacitor and one end of a seventeenth capacitor in series respectively, the other end of the sixteenth capacitor is connected to the power supply end; The seventy-first pin is connected to the ground through an eighteenth capacitor, a nineteenth capacitor, a twentieth capacitor, a twenty-first capacitor and a second polarity capacitor respectively.