Cloud Elevator Dispatching Dynamic Configuration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Elevator systems face inefficiencies due to initial configuration mismatches with changing building usage patterns, leading to suboptimal performance during peak and off-peak hours, and when elevators are taken out of service.

Innovation Solution

A cloud-based elevator dispatching resource management system that collects usage data, analyzes it to determine optimized configuration parameters, and dynamically updates elevator operations, including dispatcher parameter optimization and resource management, to improve performance and reduce passenger wait times.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If initial configuration parameters are set for elevator operation, then the elevators can operate according to the intended use of the building, but the configuration becomes suboptimal when building usage patterns change over time

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to changing building usage patternsVSAvoidcomplexity of configuration management

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic configuration parameters that automatically adjust based on real-time usage data. The system transitions from static initial configuration to dynamic adaptive configuration by continuously monitoring elevator usage patterns and automatically updating parameters such as door timing delays, idle parking floors, and dispatching algorithms to match current building occupancy and usage patterns.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system establishes a feedback loop where usage data from elevators is continuously collected, analyzed, and used to optimize configuration parameters. The server receives usage data, determines optimized parameters, and transmits them back to controllers, creating a closed-loop system that self-adjusts to changing conditions without manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

2Productivity

If configuration parameters are manually adjusted to match changing usage patterns, then elevator performance can be optimized, but the system requires continuous manual intervention and monitoring

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveelevator system efficiencyVSAvoidoperational simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system enables self-service optimization where the elevator configuration automatically adjusts itself based on usage data without requiring manual intervention. The server autonomously analyzes usage patterns, determines optimized configuration parameters, and implements changes, allowing the system to self-optimize its performance based on actual operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual configuration adjustment (mechanical/human operation) with automated electronic optimization. The system uses electronic data collection, analysis, and parameter transmission to automatically adjust configuration, eliminating the need for manual monitoring and adjustment by operators or maintenance personnel.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Measurement precision

If the system collects and analyzes usage data in real-time, then optimized configuration parameters can be determined, but data transmission and processing requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaccuracy of usage data analysisVSAvoidvolume of data transmitted and processed

Core Design Contradiction:

Measurement precisionVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts only the essential usage data parameters needed for optimization from the complete set of possible elevator operational data. The system selectively collects and transmits specific usage metrics relevant to configuration optimization, filtering out unnecessary data to reduce transmission volume while maintaining analysis accuracy.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Data Source

PatentUS11718499B2Cloud based elevator dispatching resource management

Publication Date: 2023.08.08 OTIS ELEVATOR CO

AI summary

Provided are techniques for performing cloud-based elevator dispatching resource management. The techniques include receiving usage information of one or more elevators of an elevator system, obtaining configuration parameters of a controller configured to control the one or more elevators, and analyzing a performance of the one or more elevators based at least in part on the usage information. The techniques also include dynamically updating the configuration parameters of the controller based on the performance and the usage information, storing the configuration parameters and corresponding performance, and operating the one or more elevators based at least in part on the updated configuration parameters.