Automation Device Parameter Limits for Cost-Efficient Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automation systems face challenges in selecting suitable automation devices that can adapt to specific operating conditions, as standard limit values are often set for broader parameter ranges, leading to inefficiencies and unnecessary costs due to over-specification.
Innovation Solution
A method that uses a configuration system to detect target values for specific operating parameters and calculates variable limit values based on a device model, allowing for flexible selection and configuration of automation devices to meet application-specific demands, thereby optimizing parameter ranges and reducing costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If standard limit values are specified for broader parameter ranges, then automation devices can be used under general operating conditions, but the devices become over-specified and more expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by transitioning from static, fixed limit values to dynamic, variable limit values that automatically adapt to the actual operating conditions. The configuration system calculates specific limit values based on detected target values and stored dependence relationships, allowing the system to optimize device selection for each specific application scenario rather than using conservative standard values
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by storing multiple limit values for operating parameters in dependence relationships within the configuration system. Instead of using a single standard limit value, the system selects or calculates appropriate limit values based on the target values of other operating parameters, enabling precise matching of device specifications to application requirements
2Productivity
If variable limit values are calculated based on target values, then automation devices can be optimized for specific applications, but the configuration process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-storing all necessary dependence relationships and limit values in the configuration system before actual device selection occurs. The system prepares calculation models and parameter relationships in advance, so that during configuration, it only needs to retrieve and calculate based on detected target values, avoiding complex real-time analysis
Solution Approach 2:
The configuration system implements self-service by automatically calculating appropriate limit values based on detected target values and stored dependence relationships. The system performs self-configuration without requiring manual intervention or complex user calculations, automatically determining suitable automation devices for given application requirements
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AI summary
A method of providing operating parameters of an automation device via a configuration system comprising:detection of a pre-selection of the automation device via a user interface of the configuration system;detection of a target value of a first operating parameter of the automation device via the user interface;calculation of a limit value of a second operating parameter of the automation device in dependence on the target value of the first operating parameter, wherein the dependence of the second operating parameter on the first operating parameter is calculated using a device model of the automation device; andoutput of the limit value of the second operating parameter via the user interface of the configuration system.