Washing Machine Dryer Test Panel

Abstract

This invention is a test panel that measures the energy consumption and environmental conditions of clothes dryers. It is wall-mountable and measures approximately 30x25x16 cm. The panel measures voltage, wattage, and amperage values ​​via an energy measurement module; temperature and humidity values ​​are measured via a sensor, and the test duration is displayed. Measured data is displayed on a 7-inch color touchscreen with customer information, and data is also saved to an SD card. Thanks to WiFi connectivity, data is transferred to a web interface and monitored graphically, and all computers in the environment can view the data instantly via a browser. An RGB lighting system displays temperature values ​​in colors, allowing technicians to evaluate them remotely. Test results can be printed out and given to the customer along with the technician's evaluation. This invention has been designed and tested by technical service according to needs, and it also provides the opportunity to present test results to the customer and build trust between the customer and the service.In conclusion, the performance of a clothes dryer is professionally evaluated using graphs throughout its operating time. Furthermore, this data is also sent to the manufacturer as a PDF, playing a role in evaluating frequently occurring production-related problems.

Description

Washing Machine Dryer Test Panel Technical Area This invention examines energy consumption and electrical issues during the testing of clothes dryers. Measuring, recording, and reporting parameters and environmental conditions to the user. It relates to electronic test boards used for this purpose. The invention specifically enables these measurements to be implemented via wireless communication technologies using mobile applications. or it relates to an advanced testing device that makes it possible to transfer it to a web interface. State of the Art The current control panels used in testing clothes dryers are generally only limited in scope. It measures electrical values, but does not include environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity, and It does not offer the user digital or wireless reporting options. Current solutions; • It measures energy consumption to a limited extent, • It does not monitor temperature / humidity, • It does not include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or mobile app support. • It does not provide graphical monitoring via the web, • It does not provide post-test output or PDF reports. These shortcomings make it difficult for the technician to evaluate the situation and affect the service-consumer relationship. This leads to trust issues. Technical Problems That the Invention Aims to Solve 1. Electrical and environmental values ​​are monitored simultaneously during the testing process of the drying machines. the need for measurement, 2. Recording this data and generating an output at the end of the test, 3. Transferring data wirelessly to a mobile application or web interface, 4. Establishing a connection in Wi-Fi AP mode without requiring an external network. 5. Ability to communicate over short distances via Bluetooth, 6. Automatic threshold warning based on measured values. 7. Presenting test results to the user in a reliable and repeatable manner. 35 Description of the Invention The device described in the invention is preferably in the form of a compact test panel that can be wall-mounted and It includes the following units: • Electrical measurement module 40. It can calculate voltage (V), current (A), power (W), and energy consumption. • Temperature and humidity sensor 1 1. The user can connect the device to the local network in Wi-Fi client mode, or in Wi-Fi AP mode, connect to the device's own created Wi-Fi network via the mobile application. connectable, Alternatively, you can pair it via Bluetooth. 2. The dryer is plugged into the 16A socket on the appliance and switched on. 3. The device will automatically start the test. 4. The measurement module continuously measures voltage, current, and power values. 5. The temperature and humidity sensors record environmental values. 6. Measured values ​​are displayed instantly on the screen and via wireless connection to the mobile application. or transferred to the web interface. 7. Measurement values ​​are written to the SD card at specific time intervals. 8. The data is converted into graphical formats by the device. 9. The RGB LED warning unit changes color according to the specified threshold values. 10. The device will automatically terminate the test when it is complete. 11. Test results:  Printer output,  PDF report,  Mobile application screenshot,  Graphical report in the web interface It can be presented in this way. Industrial Applicability This device is used in the production lines, service workshops, and maintenance of clothes dryers. It can be used in centers. Measurement accuracy, wireless data transmission, graphical reporting, and Automatic threshold warning features speed up standard testing processes and provide reliable data. It provides and increases customer satisfaction. 35 3

Claims

1. Claim: It is a device used for testing clothes dryers; (a) at least a measurement module that measures electrical quantities such as voltage, current and power, (b) at least one sensor measuring ambient temperature and humidity, (c) a visual display unit showing the measured data, (d) a memory unit for storing test data locally, preferably an SD card module, (e) a communication unit for wireless communication, (f) a warning unit capable of generating visual warnings according to predetermined threshold values, including and enabling these units to work together for measurement, recording, visual display and wireless data. A test device that provides data transfer functions.

2. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device is a Wi-Fi client that can connect to a local network via a wireless communication unit. It has the ability to operate in different modes.

3. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device creates its own access point via a wireless communication unit (Wi-Fi). It has the ability to operate in Access Point (AP) mode.

4. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device provides Bluetooth-based short-range communication via a wireless communication unit. It has the ability to be established.

5. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device operates in Wi-Fi client mode, Wi-Fi AP mode and / or via Bluetooth. Displaying measurement values ​​and adjusting device settings by communicating via a mobile application. It includes features for remotely controlling configuration and testing functions.

6. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device allows access to threshold values, test parameters, and user settings via the mobile application. and allows configuration of device credentials.

7. Claim:

1. According to the request, when the device is operating in Wi-Fi AP mode, the mobile application does not require an external network. 35 allows you to view test data by connecting directly to the device.

8. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device is automatically controlled by mobile applications via the wireless communication unit. It includes a broadcasting / advertising mechanism that can be discovered.

9. Claim: According to the first claim (40), the device should be able to display the measured values ​​graphically via a web interface. It has this feature.

10. Claim: 4 1. According to the request, the device should allow test results to be printed out and include user confirmation on the printout. It allows for the provision of a signature field.

11. Claim:

1. According to the request, the device shall display subthreshold, near-threshold, and above-threshold conditions using a visual warning unit. It contains an RGB light source that produces different colors and / or flashing patterns. Claim 12:

1. According to the request, the device records the measurement data with information such as timestamp, test duration, and device serial number. It keeps records by associating them. Claim 13:

1. According to the requirement, the device must measure at least one of the following data points from the measurement module: instantaneous power, effective It calculates and records power, current, voltage, and energy consumption values.

14. Request (Method): This is a method for testing a clothes dryer; (i) measuring electrical quantities during machine operation, (ii) measuring ambient temperature and humidity, (iii) saving the measurements to memory along with a timestamp, (iv) Creating a visual warning by comparing the measurement values ​​with the threshold values, (v) displaying data on the device screen and / or transmitting it wirelessly to a client It includes the steps.

15. Claim: According to Request 14, the method involves printing a report containing a signature field at the end of the test.

16. Claim (Computer Program Product): Configured to perform the functions specified in Claim 1 and / or Claim 14. A computer program product that includes instructions. 35 40