Tariff Metering Apparatus TRIZ Cases

An integrated power plug merges a universal serial bus port and AC to DC conversion circuit, eliminating the need for separate adapters.

Small notification packets sweep the RF band to inform devices of channel and time, reducing repeated transmissions.

Liquid-flow monitoring device samples data at high frequencies to capture transient hydraulic events.

A networked device estimates its own energy usage using internal memory and a controller to report consumption data over a network.

A metering system adjusts natural gas consumption calculations using deep neural networks to process sensor data.

An orientation sensor detects meter tilt and a processing unit rotates the display characters, ensuring readability regardless of mounting constraints.

Jointly forming main and terminal covers reduces production complexity and shipping efforts for utility meters.

Digital filtering and FFT analysis enable high-rate sampling for real-time anomaly detection while reducing communication bandwidth requirements.

A measurement signal device encodes physical variable values into graphic codes for camera-based reading.

Variable-length differential encoding reduces memory consumption in utility meters while preserving measurement precision during power outages.

Automated machine learning builds individual normal behavior models per meter, reducing false positives from noise and varied field conditions.

Central utility system analyzes customer load profiles using feature extraction and pattern recognition to identify operating appliances.

A method validates automotive Ethernet sensor timestamps by measuring signal transit time and determining transmission medium properties.

A SIM applet manages multiple subscription profiles to optimize connection costs, reducing unnecessary charges from dropped calls and slow data.

Cross-correlation algorithms automatically align signal data from multiple monitoring devices to establish precise temporal synchronization.

A removable memory device with a USB interface stores data from an intelligent electronic device.

A smart meter generates balance metrics from phase measurements to monitor electrical load distribution.

Decentralized validation replaces central servers to reduce transaction costs while maintaining security through distributed consensus mechanisms.

Linking access points into a mesh network relays meter data to the utility, eliminating redundant cellular modems and reducing capital expenditures.

A data acquisition layer balances communication load using a first load balancing device to manage traffic flow between access devices and servers.

A resonant signal sensing circuit uses a timer to periodically enable the sensor for measurement.

Broadcasting firmware image segments across utility meter networks enables remote device reprogramming without manual on-site intervention.

A management device establishes a paired communication link with a remote computing system to coordinate home area network traffic.

Controller aligns IED frequency variation data to detect grid boundaries without GPS hardware.

Frequency segmentation separates short-range and long-range water consumption data telegrams using bandpass filtering to suppress interference.

Smart meters analyze consumption patterns to detect unauthorized access events without dedicated sensors.

A universal remote metering device counts fluid pulses and transmits data via a standard SIM card.

A control unit activates multi-tariff meter registers to separate local and grid electricity consumption.

Optical transmitting means send encoded data directly to coordinator, eliminating complex backhaul systems and manual entry while maintaining security.

Segmented authorization keys resolve the contradiction between enhanced security and increased device complexity in battery-operated smart meters.

A smart power supply exchanges operating data with gas meter electronics to optimize battery usage and extend operational longevity.

Segmented access point assignment reduces radio spectrum congestion while maintaining update distribution speed.

Dual wireless modules in a smart meter switch between licensed and unlicensed bands to maintain reliable data transmission when fixed networks are unavailable.

A utility meter analyzes consumption profiles to detect human activity levels without additional sensors.

Direct network communication eliminates intermediary smart cards, reducing transfer complexity and costs.

A utility meter employs variable-length data compression to store load profile information within constrained memory.

Segmented covers with opaque outer shells mitigate temperature increases by promoting air convection while reducing solar heat gain in metrology devices.

Electromagnetic induction powers distributed sensors, enabling detailed per-circuit load analysis while simplifying installation.

Voltage doubling circuits charge service disconnect capacitors above power supply limits, eliminating dedicated high-current sources.

Segmenting power via a non-linear regulator reduces current draw and improves battery life.

Contactless transmission of identification features eliminates manual entry errors and ensures accurate assignment of measuring points to consumption data.

Extracting monitoring functions to an intermediary unit reduces energy consumption in battery-powered meters while maintaining reliable M-Bus communication.

A flow-driven power generator converts kinetic water energy into electricity to operate remote metering transceivers.

A single-point sensor detects utility usage patterns to monitor cognitive health.

A data acquisition unit uses central processing scripts to automatically configure itself for various consumption meters.

Processing circuit detects magnetic tampering in utility meters by analyzing load imbalance alongside field strength.

A power monitoring system groups devices by configuration parameters and synchronizes timestamps to align measurement data.

A security reinforcement unit manages encoded data exchanges between advanced metering infrastructure and energy management systems.

Cross-referencing two angled magnetic sensors reduces parasitic field interference and improves utility meter reading accuracy.

A solid-state register accumulates reverse flow data using magnetic and optical sensors to trigger alerts.