Electric Drive Parameter Conversion for Faster Model Upgrades

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing electric drive apparatuses require time-consuming and inefficient reconfiguration when upgrading from old to new models, leading to suboptimal operational efficiency and energy savings.

Innovation Solution

A method and system for converting configuration parameter settings from old electric drive apparatuses to new ones using a user apparatus connected to a parameter conversion server, enabling seamless parameter transfer and optimization.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If manual reconfiguration is performed when upgrading electric drive apparatuses, then configuration parameters can be transferred, but the process is time-consuming and inefficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereconfiguration speedVSAvoidreconfiguration time
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system automatically performs configuration parameter transfer and optimization before the electric drive apparatus is fully operational. The parameter server pre-processes configuration data from old apparatuses and prepares optimized parameters for new apparatuses, eliminating the need for time-consuming manual reconfiguration after installation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

A parameter server acts as an intermediary between old and new electric drive apparatuses. This server receives configuration parameters from decommissioned apparatuses, processes and optimizes them, then transfers the refined parameters to new apparatuses, automating the entire reconfiguration process and eliminating manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Productivity

If configuration parameters are not optimized, then setup process is simpler, but operational efficiency and energy savings are suboptimal

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperational efficiencyVSAvoidconfiguration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The parameter server implements feedback mechanisms by analyzing operational data from existing electric drive apparatuses and using this information to continuously optimize configuration parameters. The system learns from actual performance data and adjusts parameters to maximize efficiency while adapting to specific application requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system automatically adjusts and optimizes multiple configuration parameters including motor ratings, control settings, and operational limits based on the specific application requirements. The parameter server modifies these parameters to achieve optimal performance and energy efficiency for each individual installation scenario.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentEP3514946B1Method for configuration of electric drive apparatus
Publication Date: 2023.12.13 ABB (SCHWEIZ) AG
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AI summary

The invention relates to electric drive apparatuses used in different industries for different applications more particularly to a method for configuration of an electric drive apparatus. The method comprises: receiving in a second apparatus from a first apparatus, said first apparatus having a connection with an at least one electric drive apparatus in a local site, a configuration parameter setting of a first electric drive apparatus of said at least one electric drive apparatus, converting by said second apparatus a second configuration parameter setting from a first configuration parameter setting, said second configuration parameter setting being converted to be compatible with a second electric drive apparatus of said at least one electric drive apparatus, and forwarding by said second apparatus said second configuration parameter setting to said first apparatus, said first apparatus preferably further forwarding said second configuration parameter setting to said second electric drive apparatus.