Dynamic Power Source Switching for Data Center Risk Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Data centers face challenges in efficiently managing power supplies, particularly in determining when to switch from primary to secondary power sources based on risk and cost assessments, which affects operational costs and reliability.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that utilize a power source manager to determine risk values and costs associated with primary and secondary power sources, allowing for dynamic switching between them to optimize power distribution among computing devices in a data center.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If secondary power supplies are always used to ensure reliability, then system reliability is improved, but operational costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic power supply selection that adapts to changing conditions. The system continuously monitors primary power source status and dynamically switches between primary and secondary power supplies based on real-time risk assessments, rather than statically always using secondary power. This resolves the contradiction by making reliability assurance cost-effective only when necessary.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the operational parameters of power supply selection based on monitored conditions. By assessing risk parameters (primary power failure probability, secondary power availability, cost differences) and adjusting power supply usage decisions accordingly, the system optimizes the balance between reliability and operational cost.
2Loss of energy
If risk assessment systems are implemented to optimize power supply selection, then operational cost is reduced, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the power management system into distinct functional modules: primary power source monitoring module, secondary power source monitoring module, risk assessment module, and power supply selection module. This segmentation reduces overall system complexity by making each component's function clear and manageable while achieving comprehensive power optimization.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where power supply performance and status are continuously monitored and fed back to the risk assessment module. This feedback loop enables automatic adjustment of power supply selection based on actual conditions, reducing the need for complex manual management while optimizing operational costs.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for usage of secondary power supplies in computing environments based on risk and cost assessments are disclosed. According to an aspect, a method includes determining a risk value to a primary power source of a need to utilize a secondary power source for powering a plurality of computing devices. The method includes using the secondary power source to power a portion of the computing devices based on the determined risk value.