Digitalized Drawing Data Processing for 3D Pipe Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual processing of digitalized drawing data for 3D modeling is time-consuming and prone to errors, as it requires manual classification and grouping of pipes, which complicates the creation of unique lines essential for accurate 3D pipe routing systems.
Innovation Solution
A method that processes digitalized drawing data by splitting line IDs into non-overlapping topologies, recombining them to form pipe system networks with independent start and end points, and generating path items with necessary information for subsequent processes, using fluid code, piping material class, sequence number, and insulation code.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual classification and grouping of pipes is performed, then data can be organized, but it takes a long time and is prone to human errors
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical classification processes with an automated computer-based system. The computer automatically processes digitalized drawing data, splits line IDs into topologies, recombines them into pipe system networks, and generates path items without human intervention, thereby eliminating human errors and reducing processing time while maintaining data accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-processing of the data through automated algorithms. The computer automatically extracts information from digitalized drawings, classifies pipes based on predefined criteria (fluid code, piping material class, sequence number, insulation code), and generates the required output data structures without requiring manual input or review, making the process self-sufficient and efficient.
2Productivity
If lines are classified based on key values only, then classification can be performed, but it is difficult to classify P & ID information into individual lines with unique start and end points
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the line ID into multiple topologies, which are the smallest units that are mutually exclusive and do not overlap. Each topology is further segmented into pipe system, pipe line, and individual line segments with unique identifiers. This segmentation ensures that each line has a unique start and end point while maintaining efficient classification through the hierarchical structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent adds additional dimensions to the classification system by introducing multiple levels of hierarchy: pipe system level (based on fluid code and piping material class), pipe line level (adding sequence number), and topology level (adding insulation code and unit number). This multi-dimensional approach ensures unique identification of each line segment while maintaining productivity through automated processing at each level.
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AI summary
Disclosed are a method of processing digitalized drawing and a compute program. One aspect of the present invention provides a method of processing digitalized drawing data by a computer, the method including: providing digitalized drawing having a line ID (S10); splitting the line ID into a plurality of topologies, which are smallest units that are mutually exclusive and do not overlap each other (S20); generating a pipe system network (PSN) by recombining the plurality of topologies, wherein the plurality of topologies are recombined such that a start point and an end point of the PSN are each independently Equipment, Branch or Header (S30); and generating a path item (PI) by arranging internal objects on the digitalized drawing existing between the start point and the end point of the pipe system network (PSN) and adding necessary information usable in a subsequent process (S40).