Distributed Energy Supply Node Authorization via Mobile Terminal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for providing electric energy to mobile users are complex and inflexible, particularly in enabling new suppliers to be added conveniently, and lack a straightforward interface for control and distribution.
Innovation Solution
A system where supply nodes repeatedly send instruction inquiries to a server node, which receives activation requests from mobile terminals, authorizes users, and enables electric energy output upon authorization, allowing users to remotely control outlets via standard communication terminals like mobile phones, with features like identity string recognition, future reservation capabilities, and short-range radio interfaces for convenient activation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing solutions for providing electric energy to mobile users are implemented, then electric energy can be delivered to users, but the system becomes complex and inflexible, particularly in enabling new suppliers to be added conveniently
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into independent supply nodes that can be individually added or removed without affecting the overall system. Each supply node operates autonomously with its own controller and communication interface, allowing new suppliers to integrate by simply connecting their node to the network without complex system-wide reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The server node provides universal functionality by handling authorization, monitoring, and control for all supply nodes through a standardized interface. This universal architecture allows different types of suppliers (private hosts, public charging stations, mobile units) to be added without changing the core system structure, as they all interact through the same standardized protocols.
2Ease of operation
If existing solutions are used, then electric energy distribution can occur, but they lack a straightforward interface for control and distribution
Solution Approach 1:
The server node acts as an intermediary between users and supply nodes, providing a simplified interface for users to request and control electric energy delivery. Users interact with the server through standardized commands, while the server handles complex authorization, coordination, and control operations behind the scenes, shielding users from system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
Supply nodes automatically perform self-authorization and self-registration with the server node upon connection. The nodes autonomously manage their own operational status, availability, and configuration, eliminating the need for complex manual setup or intervention when new suppliers join the network.
3Adaptability or versatility
If electric energy is provided at a single location (consumer's home), then reliable supply is ensured, but mobility and flexibility are severely limited
Solution Approach 1:
The centralized energy supply is segmented into multiple distributed supply nodes located at different geographic positions. This segmentation allows users to access electric energy from any nearby supply node rather than being confined to a single location, enabling mobility while maintaining supply availability through the distributed network architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The server node continuously monitors the status and availability of all supply nodes through feedback communications. This real-time feedback enables the system to dynamically route energy requests to available supply nodes, ensuring reliable supply delivery even as users move between locations and as supply node availability changes.
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AI summary
A system for providing electric energy to users includes a server node, a set of supply nodes and a set of mobile terminals. One or more communication networks connect the server node to the supply nodes. Each supply node provides output energy via a remote-controlled outlet. Each mobile terminal communicates with the server node over a wireless interface. The supply nodes repeatedly send respective instruction inquiries to the server node, which also receives activation requests from the mobile terminals specifying a particular outlet and an identity of a mobile-terminal user. In response to an activation request, the server node checks if the user identity is authorized to activate the outlet, and if so; in response to an instruction inquiry from a first supply node associated with the outlet, sends an activation accept to the first supply node enabling output of electric energy from the outlet.