One-Line Electrical Diagram Animation Algorithm
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing one-line electrical network diagrams lack the ability to animate power flow dynamically, making it difficult to visualize and analyze power systems effectively, especially in terms of component interactions and potential errors.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that generate an animation algorithm for one-line electrical network diagrams by recognizing electrical components, determining their properties, and displaying power flows based on these properties, allowing users to interact with the diagram and visualize power flow changes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If traditional static one-line diagrams are used, then the diagram structure remains simple and easy to understand, but the ability to visualize power flow dynamically is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by transforming static one-line diagrams into dynamic visualizations that show power flow in real-time. The system animates power flow paths through electrical components based on operational data, allowing users to see how power moves through the system under different conditions while maintaining the simplicity of the one-line diagram structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses copying by creating visual representations of power flow paths that overlay or accompany the traditional one-line diagram. These animated copies show the movement of power through components without altering the underlying diagram structure, preserving ease of understanding while adding dynamic information.
2Measurement precision
If detailed component analysis is performed, then measurement precision improves, but the complexity of the system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by breaking down the electrical system into individual components (transformers, circuit breakers, generators, etc.) and analyzing each separately. The system identifies and extracts properties of specific components through pattern recognition and data association, allowing detailed analysis without overwhelming the user with system-wide complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses an intermediary approach by introducing an animation layer that mediates between the complex underlying system data and the user interface. This animation intermediary translates complex component interactions into visual power flow paths, making detailed component analysis accessible without increasing perceived system complexity.
3Loss of information
If power flow animation is added to one-line diagrams, then power flow visualization improves, but the computational requirements and processing time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-calculating and storing power flow paths and component properties before animation is needed. The system processes operational data in advance to identify power flow patterns, component connections, and relevant properties, so that when animation is requested, the computational work has already been completed or can be quickly retrieved.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses parameter changes by dynamically adjusting animation parameters based on operational conditions rather than recalculating entire power flow models. The system modifies visualization parameters (such as power flow path visibility, component state representations) based on current system state, reducing computational requirements while maintaining effective power flow visualization.
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AI summary
A method for animating a one-line electrical network diagram includes receiving, on a computer via a graphical user interface, the one-line electrical network diagram comprising electrical component data representing a plurality of electrical components, analyzing, by the computer, the one-line electrical network diagram to recognize each of the plurality of electrical components, determining, for each of the plurality of electrical components, a functional type of the electrical component, determining, for each of the plurality of electrical components, one or more properties of the electrical component, and based on the functional types and properties of each of the electrical components, generating an animation algorithm of the one-line electrical network diagram, the animation algorithm controlling animation of the one-line electrical network diagram, the animation showing at least one flow of power through at least one of the plurality of electrical components.