Consistent Generic Template for SCADA and Simulation Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for SCADA and network calculation applications in gas, water, or district heating networks face inefficiencies and inconsistencies when transferring data between detailed and simplified models, leading to potential malfunctions and incorrect results due to high data entry efforts and differing inputs.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for combined information acquisition that generates consistent generic templates for both model levels, using template generation and data processing to create uniform patterns for detailed and simplified models, with conversion information and plausibility checks to ensure data consistency, allowing for automatic generation and manual adjustment of information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If individual data entry and parameterization is used for both detailed and simplified models separately, then both models can be created independently, but high data entry effort is required and inconsistencies occur between the two models
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by creating a master template that pre-defines the structure and relationships for both detailed and simplified models. This template is prepared in advance and can be automatically instantiated multiple times, eliminating the need for repetitive individual data entry for each model while ensuring consistency through the pre-established structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements universality through a single generic template that serves multiple functions: it defines the structure for detailed models, generates simplified models, and maintains the relationships between them. This multi-functional template reduces data entry effort while preserving the independence and adaptability of model creation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If individual data entry and parameterization is used for both detailed and simplified models separately, then both models can be created independently, but inconsistencies and conflicting information occur between the two models
Solution Approach 1:
The master template is prepared in advance with all necessary structural definitions and relationships between detailed and simplified models. This preliminary setup ensures that when models are created from the template, they inherently maintain consistency without requiring separate verification, thus preserving independence while ensuring reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms that automatically verify consistency between detailed and simplified models generated from the same template. Any deviations or inconsistencies are detected and corrected through this feedback loop, ensuring data reliability while maintaining the independence of model creation processes.
3Measurement precision
If detailed models are used in SCADA systems, then comprehensive monitoring and control is achieved, but complex data processing is required for model generation and maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the complex data processing task into distinct layers: the master template layer that defines structure, the detailed model layer for precise monitoring, and the simplified model layer for broader analysis. This segmentation reduces processing complexity at each layer while maintaining comprehensive monitoring accuracy through the detailed model layer.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary generic template that mediates between the detailed models in SCADA and the simplified models in simulation applications. This intermediary structure standardizes data representation and automatically handles conversions, reducing processing complexity while preserving measurement precision through the detailed models.
4Productivity
If simplified models are used in simulation applications, then computational efficiency is improved, but loss of detailed information occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements the nested doll principle by embedding multiple levels of model detail within a hierarchical structure. The simplified models contain references to and can access the detailed models through the generic template, allowing computational efficiency at the simplified level while preserving access to detailed information when needed, thus preventing information loss.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a system for the combined acquisition of data for SCADA and simulation or network calculation applications, comprising at least one data processing device (2) that has means for generating templates (8) and acquiring data (10), said means allowing at least two model levels (22a, 22b) of a supply network, especially a gas network, to be generated on the basis of a template and/or pattern in cooperation with at least one data memory (12). At least one consistent generic template (20) containing a uniform, consistent pattern (20b) for a detailed model (22a) of at least one first model level, for a simplified model (22b) of at least one second model level, and/or respective conversion instructions (24), particularly for the transition between at least two respective model levels, can be established and/or retrieved for recurring subareas and/or object groups (14, 16) and/or objects (14a, b, c, d; 16a, b, c, d) of the at least two model levels (22a, 22b), and/or the respective generic template (20) can be copied, especially duplicated, and the respective generic template (20) can be individually adjusted, and/or concrete subareas of both model levels can be combined.