Control Applications in Public Communication Networks for Energy Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current energy distribution networks, especially those with decentralized and volatile power generation, face challenges in meeting communication requirements for latency and quality of service due to the absence of a dedicated communication infrastructure, leading to high costs and inefficiencies.
Innovation Solution
The method involves using a public communication network, managed by a network operator, where control applications are executed on computers accessible by network nodes, allowing for guaranteed latency and quality of service without the need for a separate communication infrastructure. This includes virtualization of control applications on existing computers and distribution across access stations and the core network, optimizing communication paths.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a dedicated communication infrastructure is created for energy distribution networks, then communication requirements in terms of latency and quality of service can be met, but the construction complexity and costs increase considerably
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the energy distribution network with existing public communication networks (telecom networks, internet infrastructure) instead of building a separate dedicated communication infrastructure. Control applications are executed on computers within the public communication network that have access to the energy distribution network, combining both communication and energy control functions into a unified system.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention makes the public communication network serve multiple functions: it provides both general communication services and specialized control functions for the energy distribution network. The same communication infrastructure is used for various purposes including control applications, data transmission, and network management, eliminating the need for dedicated infrastructure.
2Loss of time
If control applications are executed locally in the energy distribution network, then communication latency may be reduced, but the need for a separate communication infrastructure increases costs and complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces computers within the public communication network as intermediary entities that execute control applications. These computers act as mediators between the public communication network and the energy distribution network nodes, enabling control functions to be performed remotely without requiring local infrastructure while maintaining efficient communication through the intermediary's proximity to multiple network nodes.
3Adaptability or versatility
If decentralized energy generators with volatile power generation are integrated into the network, then energy supply diversity increases, but the difficulty of controlling the network increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic control applications that can adapt to changing conditions in the energy distribution network. These control applications monitor and respond to volatile power generation from decentralized energy generators in real-time, adjusting control parameters and strategies dynamically to maintain network stability despite varying energy supply conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention incorporates feedback mechanisms where control applications continuously monitor the state of the energy distribution network, including power generation levels from decentralized sources, and adjust control actions accordingly. This feedback loop enables the system to respond to changes in energy supply diversity and maintain optimal operation despite volatility.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for the computer-aided control of an electrical energy distribution network consisting of a plurality of network nodes (N1, N2), wherein the energy distribution network comprises one or more low-voltage networks (LV), each of which contains first network nodes (N1) for supplying electrical power to the respective low-voltage network (LV) and/or for tapping electrical power from the respective low-voltage network (LV). The low-voltage network(s) (LV) is/are connected to at least one medium-voltage network via one or more second network nodes (N2) in the form of local network stations (ONS1, ONS2, ONS3). The method according to the invention is characterised in that, to control the energy distribution network, one or more control applications (CA1, CA1', CA2, CA3) communicate with the network nodes (N1, N2), wherein the control application or control applications (CA1, CA1', CA2, CA3) is/are implemented on one or more computers in a public communication network, to which the network nodes (N1, N2) have access.