Power supply aging test system

By integrating control modules and other modules, the power supply aging test system achieves automated management and precise control of power supply aging tests, solving the problems of low efficiency and poor reliability of existing systems, improving test efficiency and safety, and ensuring the accuracy of test results and anomaly detection.

WO2025232240A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2025-11-13HUAIBEI NORMAL UNIVERSITY

Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/CN2024/143702
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-12-30
Filing Date
2024-12-30
Publication Date
2025-11-13

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Technical Problem

Existing power supply aging test systems lack automation, resulting in low testing efficiency, increased human error, reduced reliability of test results, inability to automatically identify power supply product information and load matching test conditions, long test preparation time, and lack of early warning modules, making it impossible to detect abnormalities in a timely manner.

Method used

A power supply aging test system integrating a control module, load module, data acquisition module, environmental simulation module, early warning module, communication interface module, and identification module was designed. This system enables automated management and precise control, automatically identifies power supply products, applies matching test conditions, and issues early warning information during the test.

Benefits of technology

It improves testing efficiency and the reliability of results, reduces human error, ensures the consistency and accuracy of testing conditions, enables timely detection of anomalies, reduces the risk of equipment damage, and enhances the safety and flexibility of the testing process.

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Abstract

A power supply aging test system, which belongs to the technical field of power supply tests. The system comprises a control module, a load module, a data collection module, an environment simulation module, an early-warning module, a communication interface module, an identification module and a data management module. The system realizes comprehensive control and automatic management of a power supply aging test process by means of integrating a plurality of modules such as the control module, the load module and the data collection module; the control module can send to each module instructions, such as test parameters and environment setting parameters, so as to ensure accurate control of test conditions; moreover, the data collection module monitors the operating parameters of a power supply in real time, so as to ensure the real-time performance and accuracy of test data; and such an integrated and automated design greatly improves the test efficiency and reduces human operation errors, thereby making test results more reliable.
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A power supply aging test system Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of power supply testing technology, specifically a power supply aging test system. Background Technology

[0002] Before a power supply leaves the factory, it needs to undergo rigorous testing, one of which is aging testing. This test simulates the current, voltage, and other parameters of the power supply in its real working environment, and performs long-term continuous operation tests to verify the reliability of the power supply product under extreme conditions. This allows for the early detection of defects in the power supply product and improves the product's quality and stability. A power supply aging test system is usually required during the aging test process.

[0003] However, existing power supply aging test systems have certain shortcomings. The lack of automation may lead to low test efficiency, increased human error, and reduced reliability of test results. Existing power supply aging test systems do not have built-in preset data and cannot automatically identify power supply product information and load matching test conditions. The manual setting of test conditions is cumbersome, resulting in long test preparation time and low efficiency. Furthermore, existing power supply aging test systems do not have an early warning module, making it impossible to detect abnormalities and issue warning information in a timely manner during the test. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a power supply aging test system that can evaluate the performance, security, and reliability of a cloud computing platform, and can also simulate different application scenarios on the cloud computing platform to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A power supply aging test system includes a control module, a load module, a data acquisition module, an environmental simulation module, an early warning module, a communication interface module, an identification module, and a data management module.

[0007] The control module is used to control the entire testing process.

[0008] The load module is used to simulate the actual load conditions of the power supply.

[0009] The data acquisition module is used to monitor the power supply operating parameters in real time.

[0010] The environmental simulation module is used to simulate the environmental conditions required for power supply aging tests.

[0011] The early warning module is used to issue early warning information for abnormalities that occur during the testing process;

[0012] The communication interface module is used to realize the communication connection between the system and external devices, and to realize data transmission.

[0013] The identification module is used to automatically identify power supply products and generate power supply product information data;

[0014] The data management module is used to manage test data, logs, and preset data;

[0015] The control module maintains communication connections with the load module, data acquisition module, environmental simulation module, early warning module, communication interface module, identification module, and data management module, respectively.

[0016] Preferably, the control module's control over the entire testing process includes:

[0017] The load conditions of the test are controlled by sending test parameters to the load module;

[0018] The environmental conditions of the test are controlled by sending environmental setting parameters to the environmental simulation module;

[0019] The power supply operating parameters are obtained through the data acquisition module;

[0020] The system sends abnormal information to the early warning module to control the issuance of early warning information;

[0021] Power product information data is obtained through the identification module;

[0022] The data management module manages test data, logs, and preset data.

[0023] The communication interface module is used to obtain data and commands from external devices.

[0024] Test data, logs, and preset data are sent to external devices through the communication interface module.

[0025] Preferably, each preset data includes power product information data, test parameters, environmental setting parameters, abnormal information, early warning information, and early warning threshold. External device data includes several data items in a preset data. External commands include the management of test data, logs, and preset data, as well as the start, pause, and stop of system testing. Test data includes electrical parameters, environmental parameters, load conditions, time parameters, and abnormal and early warning information. Test data consists of the parameters used during the test and the monitoring data returned.

[0026] Preferably, the control module loads the power product information data transmitted by the identification module and obtains a preset data corresponding to the power product information data from the data management module. It then performs an aging test based on the various data of the preset data. When the control module receives data from an external device, it modifies the various data in the loaded preset data according to the various data of the external device data and performs an aging test according to the modified preset data.

[0027] Preferably, the test parameters include load type, load value, load change mode, voltage range, current range, frequency range, test cycle, number of cycles, and test mode. The load module is equipped with a load control unit and includes a variable load device, a load switching device, a load value adjustment device, and a voltage and current monitoring device.

[0028] Preferably, the environmental setting parameters include temperature, humidity, and vibration, wherein the environmental simulation module includes a temperature control unit, a humidity control unit, and a vibration simulation device.

[0029] Preferably, the data acquisition module includes a voltage sensor, a current sensor, a temperature sensor, and a data acquisition card. The voltage sensor measures the power supply output voltage, the current sensor measures the power supply output current, and the temperature sensor measures the power supply temperature. The data acquisition card converts the sensor signals into digital signals and transmits them to the control module. The power supply operating parameters acquired by the data acquisition module include voltage, current, and power supply temperature.

[0030] Preferably, the communication interface module includes a wired communication interface, a wireless communication interface, and a protocol converter. The wired communication interface includes Ethernet and USB for data transmission with external devices. The wireless communication interface includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless data transmission. The protocol converter converts the system's internal data format into a format recognizable by external devices.

[0031] Preferably, the early warning module includes an alarm device and a remote notification system, and the early warning information is issued in the form of audible and visual alarms, SMS notifications, and email notifications.

[0032] Preferably, the identification module should support the automatic identification of various power supply products, including barcodes, QR codes and RFID, and be able to read the serial number and other identification information of the power supply products.

[0033] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0034] (1) In this invention, the system integrates multiple modules such as control module, load module, and data acquisition module to achieve comprehensive control and automated management of power supply aging test process. The control module can send instructions to each module, such as test parameters and environmental setting parameters, to ensure precise control of test conditions. At the same time, the data acquisition module monitors the power supply working parameters in real time to ensure the real-time performance and accuracy of test data. This integrated and automated design greatly improves test efficiency, reduces human error, and makes test results more reliable.

[0035] (2) In this invention, the power supply aging test system has built-in preset data. By automatically identifying power supply product information, the system can load preset test conditions that match specific power supply products, ensuring that the test parameters are consistent with the product design specifications and expected usage conditions. This enables the system to more accurately simulate the working state of the power supply in actual applications, thereby improving the accuracy and reliability of the test results. At the same time, it reduces the steps of manually setting test conditions, saves test preparation time, and improves the efficiency of the test process. Especially when it is necessary to test multiple different models of power supplies, automatic identification and loading of preset data can significantly reduce the workload of test personnel, allowing them to focus on the analysis of test results and subsequent improvement work.

[0036] (3) In this invention, the system communicates with external devices through the communication interface module, realizing data transmission and command reception. This allows the system to not only operate independently but also work in collaboration with external devices, improving the system's flexibility and scalability. The early warning module enables the system to detect abnormal situations in a timely manner during the test and issue early warning information. The early warning information can be issued in various ways, including sound and light alarms, SMS notifications, and email notifications, ensuring timely transmission and reception of information. This early warning mechanism greatly improves the safety of the test process and reduces the risk of equipment damage or test data failure due to the failure to detect abnormal situations in a timely manner. Attached Figure Description

[0037] Figure 1 is a block diagram of a power supply aging test system. Detailed Implementation

[0038] Please refer to Figure 1. In this embodiment of the invention, a power supply aging test system includes a control module, a load module, a data acquisition module, an environmental simulation module, an early warning module, a communication interface module, an identification module, and a data management module.

[0039] The control module is used to control the entire testing process, including sending test parameters, acquiring data, and managing alerts. It can automate and precisely control the testing process, reduce human error, improve testing efficiency, shorten the testing cycle, ensure the consistency and repeatability of test conditions, and enhance the reliability of test results.

[0040] The load module is used to simulate the actual working load conditions of the power supply, including variable load devices, load switching devices, etc. By accurately simulating the actual working load, the performance of the power supply under different loads is evaluated, and the adaptability and stability of the power supply are tested through load change modes.

[0041] The data acquisition module is used to monitor the power supply's operating parameters in real time and can provide real-time data for monitoring and analyzing power supply performance.

[0042] The environmental simulation module is used to simulate the environmental conditions required for power supply aging tests. By simulating the impact of various environmental factors on power supply performance, it enhances the practical significance of the test and enables the evaluation of the power supply's reliability and durability under extreme or specific environments.

[0043] The early warning module is used to issue early warning information for abnormalities that occur during the testing process, which can promptly detect abnormal situations during testing and prevent potential equipment damage.

[0044] The communication interface module is used to realize the communication connection between the system and external devices, realize data transmission, facilitate the integration of the system with external devices or networks, and realize data sharing and remote monitoring.

[0045] The identification module is used to automatically identify power supply products and generate power supply product information data, which can simplify the preparation work before testing, improve the automation of the testing process, and provide accurate product information for subsequent testing and data analysis.

[0046] The data management module is used to manage test data, logs, and preset data, ensuring data integrity and traceability, and facilitating problem tracking and quality control.

[0047] The control module maintains communication connections with the load module, data acquisition module, environmental simulation module, early warning module, communication interface module, identification module, and data management module. By integrating multiple modules such as the control module, load module, and data acquisition module, the system achieves comprehensive control and automated management of the power supply aging test process. The control module can send instructions to each module, such as test parameters and environmental settings, ensuring precise control of test conditions. Simultaneously, the data acquisition module monitors the power supply's operating parameters in real time, guaranteeing the timeliness and accuracy of test data. This integrated and automated design significantly improves testing efficiency, reduces human error, and makes test results more reliable. These modules work together to enable the power supply aging test system to efficiently and accurately complete aging test tasks, while providing real-time monitoring, early warning, and data analysis functions, comprehensively improving the testing quality and production efficiency of power supply products.

[0048] In one optional embodiment of this example, the control module's control over the entire testing process includes:

[0049] The load conditions of the test are controlled by sending test parameters to the load module;

[0050] The environmental conditions of the test are controlled by sending environmental setting parameters to the environmental simulation module;

[0051] The power supply operating parameters are obtained through the data acquisition module;

[0052] The system sends abnormal information to the early warning module to control the issuance of early warning information;

[0053] Power product information data is obtained through the identification module;

[0054] The data management module manages test data, logs, and preset data.

[0055] The communication interface module is used to obtain data and commands from external devices.

[0056] Test data, logs, and preset data are sent to external devices through the communication interface module.

[0057] In one optional embodiment of this example, each preset data entry includes power supply product information data, test parameters, environmental setting parameters, abnormal information, early warning information, and early warning threshold. External device data includes several data items in a preset data entry. External commands include management of test data, logs, and preset data, as well as starting, pausing, and stopping system testing. Test data includes electrical parameters, environmental parameters, load conditions, time parameters, and abnormal and early warning information. Test data consists of parameters used during the test and the returned monitoring data. The control module generates a report containing test data and analysis results based on key performance indicators such as power supply output stability, efficiency reduction, and weakened heat dissipation capacity, and stores it in the data management module. Power supply product information includes at least product name, model, specifications, and dimensions. Abnormal information data includes at least abnormal type, abnormal threshold, abnormal time, abnormal duration, and corresponding early warning information. Early warning information includes at least early warning level, early warning reason, early warning time, and early warning measures. Logs include at least test start and end times, test parameter settings, environmental setting parameters, power supply product information, real-time data during the test, abnormal time records, early warning information, system status changes, and user operation records.

[0058] In one optional embodiment of this example, the control module loads a preset data corresponding to the power product information data transmitted by the identification module and obtains it from the data management module. The control module then performs an aging test based on the data of the preset data. When the control module receives data from an external device, it modifies the data in the loaded preset data according to the data of the external device data and performs an aging test according to the modified preset data.

[0059] In one optional embodiment of this example, the test parameters include load type, load value, load change mode, voltage range, current range, frequency range, test cycle, number of cycles, and test mode. The load module is equipped with a load control unit and includes a variable load device, a load switching device, a load value adjustment device, and a voltage and current monitoring device.

[0060] In one optional embodiment of this example, the environmental setting parameters include temperature, humidity, and vibration, wherein the environmental simulation module includes a temperature control unit, a humidity control unit, and a vibration simulation device.

[0061] In one optional embodiment of this example, the data acquisition module includes a voltage sensor, a current sensor, a temperature sensor, and a data acquisition card. The voltage sensor measures the power supply output voltage, the current sensor measures the power supply output current, and the temperature sensor measures the power supply temperature. The data acquisition card converts the sensor signals into digital signals and transmits them to the control module. The power supply operating parameters acquired by the data acquisition module include voltage, current, and power supply temperature.

[0062] In one optional embodiment of this example, the communication interface module includes a wired communication interface, a wireless communication interface, and a protocol converter. The wired communication interface includes Ethernet and USB for data transmission with external devices. The wireless communication interface includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless data transmission. The protocol converter converts the system's internal data format into a format recognizable by external devices.

[0063] In one optional embodiment of this example, the early warning module includes an alarm device and a remote notification system, and the early warning information is issued in the form of audible and visual alarms, SMS notifications, and email notifications.

[0064] In one optional embodiment of this example, the identification module should support automatic identification of various power supply products, including barcodes, QR codes, and RFID, and be able to read the serial number and other identification information of the power supply products.

[0065] The working principle of this invention is as follows: First, initializing and configuring test parameters: The system first automatically identifies the power supply product under test through the identification module, reads product information such as barcodes, QR codes, RFID, etc., and obtains the serial number and other identification information of the power supply product. The control module, based on the power supply product information data transmitted by the identification module, retrieves the preset data corresponding to the power supply product information data from the data management module and loads this data. This preset data includes test parameters, environmental setting parameters, abnormal information, early warning information, and early warning thresholds. Based on the loaded preset data, the control module sends test parameters to the load module to control the test load conditions and sends environmental setting parameters to the environmental simulation module to control the test environmental conditions. Second, executing the test and acquiring data: The control module starts the test process. The load module simulates the actual working load according to the received test parameters. The environmental simulation module simulates the required environmental conditions. The data acquisition module monitors the data in real time through voltage sensors, current sensors, and temperature sensors. The power supply's operating parameters, such as output voltage, output current, and power supply temperature, are converted into digital signals by the data acquisition card and transmitted to the control module. The control module monitors the test data in real time and compares it with the warning threshold. Once an anomaly is detected, a warning message is immediately issued through the warning module. The warning message is conveyed through audible and visual alarms, SMS notifications, and email notifications. In the third step, all test data, logs, and warning messages are recorded and stored in the data management module to ensure data integrity and traceability. The communication interface module exchanges data with external devices as needed, acquiring data and commands from external devices, or sending test data, logs, and preset data to external devices. Based on the collected test data, the control module analyzes key performance indicators of the power supply, such as output stability, efficiency degradation, and weakened heat dissipation capacity. Based on the test data analysis results, the control module generates a report containing test data and analysis results. This report is stored in the data management module for subsequent quality control and product improvement reference.

[0066] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A power supply aging test system, characterized in that, It includes a control module, a load module, a data acquisition module, an environmental simulation module, an early warning module, a communication interface module, an identification module, and a data management module; The control module is used to control the entire testing process. The load module is used to simulate the actual load conditions of the power supply. The data acquisition module is used to monitor the power supply operating parameters in real time. The environmental simulation module is used to simulate the environmental conditions required for power supply aging tests. The early warning module is used to issue early warning information for abnormalities that occur during the testing process; The communication interface module is used to realize the communication connection between the system and external devices, and to realize data transmission. The identification module is used to automatically identify power supply products and generate power supply product information data; The data management module is used to manage test data, logs, and preset data; The control module maintains communication connections with the load module, data acquisition module, environmental simulation module, early warning module, communication interface module, identification module, and data management module, respectively.

2. The power supply aging test system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control module's control over the entire testing process includes: The load conditions of the test are controlled by sending test parameters to the load module; The environmental conditions of the test are controlled by sending environmental setting parameters to the environmental simulation module; The power supply operating parameters are obtained through the data acquisition module; The system sends abnormal information to the early warning module to control the issuance of early warning information; The power product information data is obtained through the identification module; The data management module manages test data, logs, and preset data. The communication interface module is used to obtain data and commands from external devices. Test data, logs, and preset data are sent to external devices through the communication interface module.

3. The power supply aging test system according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each preset data entry includes power product information, test parameters, environmental settings, anomaly information, warning information, and warning thresholds. External device data includes several data items from a preset data entry. External commands include the management of test data, logs, and preset data, as well as the start, pause, and stop of system testing. Test data includes electrical parameters, environmental parameters, load conditions, time parameters, and anomaly and warning information. Test data consists of the parameters used during the test and the monitoring data returned.

4. The power supply aging test system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control module loads the power product information data transmitted by the identification module and retrieves a preset data corresponding to the power product information data from the data management module. It then performs an aging test based on the various data points of the preset data. When the control module receives data from an external device, it modifies the various data points in the loaded preset data according to the data points of the external device data and performs an aging test based on the modified preset data.

5. The power supply aging test system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The test parameters include load type, load value, load change mode, voltage range, current range, frequency range, test cycle, number of cycles, and test mode. The load module is equipped with a load control unit and includes a variable load device, a load switching device, a load value adjustment device, and voltage and current monitoring devices.

6. The power supply aging test system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The environmental settings parameters include temperature, humidity, and vibration. The environmental simulation module includes a temperature control unit, a humidity control unit, and a vibration simulation device.

7. The power supply aging test system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The data acquisition module includes a voltage sensor, a current sensor, a temperature sensor, and a data acquisition card. The voltage sensor measures the power supply output voltage, the current sensor measures the power supply output current, and the temperature sensor measures the power supply temperature. The data acquisition card converts the sensor signals into digital signals and transmits them to the control module. The data acquisition module collects the power supply operating parameters, including voltage, current, and power supply temperature.

8. The power supply aging test system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication interface module includes a wired communication interface, a wireless communication interface, and a protocol converter. The wired communication interface includes Ethernet and USB for data transmission with external devices. The wireless communication interface includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless data transmission. The protocol converter converts the system's internal data format into a format that external devices can recognize.

9. The power supply aging test system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The early warning module includes an alarm device and a remote notification system, and the early warning information can be issued through audible and visual alarms, SMS notifications, and email notifications.

10. A power supply aging test system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The identification module should support automatic identification of various power supply products, including barcodes, QR codes, and RFID, and be able to read the serial number and other identification information of the power supply products.

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