AI Controller Simulation for Dynamic Environment Adaptation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing automated control systems are rigid, non-scalable, and difficult to implement in dynamic environments due to limited data processing, requiring manual configuration and expertise, and are limited by centralized control, which affects accuracy and adaptability.

Innovation Solution

A method and system using reinforcement learning techniques to generate and simulate multiple instances of artificial intelligence models, analyze their behavior, and determine an optimal model through neuro-evolution, enabling continuous learning and adaptation in dynamic environments.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If centralized or hierarchical control is used in automated control systems, then system structure is simplified and ease of operation is improved, but the amount of data that can be processed in real-time is limited, reducing measurement precision and adaptability

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of operationVSAvoidaccuracy of adaptation
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the centralized control system into multiple distributed controllers, each capable of independent decision-making. This segmentation allows parallel processing of data across multiple nodes, significantly increasing the amount of data that can be processed in real-time while maintaining system simplicity through standardized communication protocols between distributed units.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a new dimension of intelligence by implementing neural networks and machine learning capabilities at the edge devices. This dimensional addition transforms traditional reactive control into proactive, adaptive control, enabling systems to learn from historical data and make predictions, thereby dramatically improving measurement precision and adaptability without compromising operational simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Device complexity

If handcrafted machine learning algorithms are used, then implementation is simpler and device complexity is reduced, but the systems are rigid and non-scalable, reducing adaptability to dynamic environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice complexityVSAvoidadaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic, self-adjusting machine learning models that continuously learn from incoming data streams. Instead of static handcrafted algorithms, the system employs neural networks with adaptive weights that evolve over time, enabling the system to automatically adjust to changing environmental conditions while maintaining manageable complexity through automated training processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enables systems to self-train and self-optimize by implementing automated machine learning pipelines that continuously process data, update models, and deploy improvements without human intervention. This self-service capability allows the system to automatically adapt to new patterns and conditions, dramatically improving versatility while keeping operational complexity low through automation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Ease of operation

If manual pre-configuration is performed for controller deployment, then initial setup control is improved and ease of operation is enhanced, but the systems require significant expertise and time to configure, reducing productivity

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of operationVSAvoidproductivity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements automated system configuration capabilities where controllers automatically discover their environment, select appropriate parameters, and optimize their settings without manual intervention. This self-configuration process dramatically reduces deployment time and eliminates the need for expert configuration while maintaining ease of operation through user-friendly interfaces for oversight and adjustment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent pre-trains machine learning models with extensive datasets before deployment, performing the complex configuration work in advance. This preliminary action allows the system to be deployed quickly in various environments with minimal on-site configuration, significantly improving productivity while maintaining ease of operation through standardized pre-configured solutions that can be adapted to specific needs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

4Use of energy by moving object

If limited datasets are used for training machine learning models, then data processing requirements are reduced and use of energy is decreased, but the models miss several possibilities or instances, reducing measurement precision

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuse of energyVSAvoidaccuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the data processing workload by implementing federated learning, where multiple distributed devices each train local models on their own data subsets. This segmentation allows the system to leverage diverse data from multiple sources without centralizing all data, improving model accuracy through broader coverage while keeping energy consumption at each node manageable by processing only local data.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enhances limited datasets by applying data augmentation techniques that generate synthetic training samples through transformations and variations. This dimensional enhancement creates additional training instances from existing data, improving model accuracy and coverage without requiring proportionally more energy for data collection and processing, as the augmented data is generated computationally rather than physically collected.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentEP4002020B1Method and system for determining optimal outcome in a dynamic environment
Publication Date: 2026.02.25 SIEMENS AG
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AI summary

A method comprising generating, by a processing unit, a plurality of simulation instances of a controller. Each of the plurality of simulation instances comprises an artificial intelligence model capable of performing at least one function of the controller. The method comprises computing a set of weights for respective artificial intelligence models corresponding to each of the plurality of simulation instances, configuring each of the artificial intelligence models with the respective set of weights, simulating a behavior of each of the configured artificial intelligence models in the simulation instances of the controller in a simulation environment, analyzing results of simulation of the behavior of each configured artificial intelligence models, and determining an optimal artificial intelligence model from the configured artificial intelligence models corresponding to the plurality of simulation instances based on the analyzed results of simulation.