Digital Twin Device Mapping for Facility Commissioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
The commissioning process for tintable windows and associated controllers in large facilities is time-consuming and labor-intensive due to challenges in locating errors in placement and connection, and maintaining accurate records of device locations and network addresses, especially in complex environments with numerous devices.
Innovation Solution
A method using a traveler, such as a field service engineer or drone, to recognize device identities and locations in real-time, updating a digital twin of the facility, which integrates with a Building Information Model (BIM) for automated updates and discrepancy reporting, facilitating accurate asset management and facility control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual commissioning methods are used to track and locate devices in large facilities, then device placement and connection errors can be identified, but the process becomes time-consuming and labor-intensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a digital twin (virtual copy) of the facility that mirrors the physical layout and device locations. This digital representation allows commissioning personnel to track and locate devices virtually without physically searching through the facility, significantly reducing time while maintaining accurate location tracking.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical tracking methods with automated electronic systems including RFID tags, barcode scanners, and software platforms. These electronic systems automatically capture and update device location data, eliminating the need for manual record-keeping and physical device location verification.
2Loss of information
If comprehensive records of all devices and controllers are maintained manually, then accurate asset management is achieved, but the complexity of managing these records increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges device identification, location tracking, and record management into a single integrated digital twin platform. Instead of maintaining separate physical logs and databases, all device information is consolidated in one virtual representation that automatically updates as devices are installed or moved, reducing management complexity while maintaining complete records.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically generates and updates device records through automated data capture from RFID tags, barcodes, and network communications. The digital twin self-updates when devices are installed, moved, or modified, eliminating the need for manual record updates and reducing the complexity of maintaining comprehensive device information.
3Reliability
If detailed tracking of device connections and placements is performed, then errors can be located and rectified, but the labor required for commissioning and maintenance increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements automated feedback mechanisms where the digital twin continuously monitors and compares actual device locations and connections against the planned configuration. The system automatically generates alerts and reports when discrepancies are detected, enabling rapid error identification and correction without requiring manual inspection of each device connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual inspection and verification processes with automated electronic detection systems. RFID readers, barcode scanners, and network protocols automatically verify device connections and locations, providing real-time feedback on installation accuracy without requiring manual labor for each verification step.
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AI summary
Provided herein are methods, systems, apparatuses, and computer programs related to various devices in an enclosure, e.g., using identification capturing device such as in conjunction with a digital twin of the enclosure. The computer program may be utilized for commissioning, maintenance, sales, marketing, and/or customer service. The computer program may receive customer, and/or customer service, input. The computer program may facilitate use of customer and/or customer service, e.g., input for controlling the facility (e.g., various devices of the facility), input for structuring the facility, and/or input for placing assets such as devices of the facility.