Remote Combine Harvester Settings With Verified Feedback Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for managing combine harvesters lack real-time access and control over machine settings, leading to inefficiencies and increased operational costs due to delayed communication and human error when attempting to adjust settings remotely.
Innovation Solution
A remote control interface system that allows a user to receive and adjust combine harvester settings remotely through a user device, displaying settings on a remote computing system and sending adjustment messages to the harvester, enabling near real-time monitoring and control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual adjustment of combine settings is performed by the operator, then the operator can directly control the machine settings, but it increases the time required for adjustments and introduces human error
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical/manual system of adjusting combine settings with an automated electronic control system. The remote computing system electronically transmits setting adjustments to the combine harvester, eliminating the need for manual physical adjustment and reducing both time and human error.
Solution Approach 2:
The combine harvester is equipped with onboard sensors and communication systems that enable it to receive and implement setting adjustments autonomously. The machine essentially adjusts itself based on remote instructions, without requiring manual intervention from the operator.
2Loss of information
If remote monitoring of combine settings is implemented, then real-time information becomes available, but communication delays and errors may occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the remote computing system receives confirmation from the combine harvester that settings have been successfully adjusted. This closed-loop communication verifies information transmission and reduces errors by ensuring accurate two-way communication.
3Ease of operation
If the operator must exit the operator's compartment to make adjustments, then direct access to controls is possible, but operational efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the need for physical access to controls by implementing wireless electronic communication between the remote device and the combine harvester. Settings can be adjusted from a distance, eliminating the need for the operator to exit the compartment.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple settings need to be adjusted manually, then comprehensive control is achieved, but the complexity and time of operations increase
Solution Approach 1:
The remote computing system serves multiple functions: it can adjust various combine settings, monitor operational data, and provide verification of changes. This multi-functional approach consolidates multiple operations into a single unified interface, reducing overall complexity despite the comprehensiveness of control.
Data Source
AI summary
A user device, that is remote from a combine harvester, receives setting information, indicative of a set of settings on the combine harvester. A display controller controls a display device on the remote computing system to display an interface showing the combine harvester settings, along with an adjustment actuator. A settings adjustment input is received through the settings adjustment actuator on the displayed interface. A settings adjustment message is generated, and a communication system on the remote computing system is controlled to send the settings adjustment message to the combine. A verification notification is received at the remote computing system, showing the adjusted settings on the combine.