GPS Detonator Self-Registration for Blasting Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current blasting systems lack automation in connecting detonators to a central control unit, which hampers worker convenience and efficiency in blasting operations.
Innovation Solution
A blasting system that includes a drilling device, a charging device, a worker terminal, and detonators with GPS devices, connected to a central control unit capable of transmitting blasting commands, registration requests, and setting data, including initialization and delay times, to ensure precise detonation and improved operational coordination.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual connection and configuration of detonators to the central control unit is used, then device complexity is reduced, but worker convenience and operational efficiency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The detonator performs self-registration by automatically transmitting its identification information and position data to the central control unit upon activation. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for manual connection and configuration, thereby improving worker convenience without significantly increasing system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements automatic feedback where the detonator transmits its status and position information back to the central control unit. This feedback mechanism enables automated connection and configuration, improving operational efficiency while maintaining manageable system complexity through standardized communication protocols
2Productivity
If automatic connection with GPS tracking is implemented, then operational efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The detonator is designed with multi-functionality, integrating both the detonation function and GPS positioning capabilities into a single device. This universal design improves operational efficiency by enabling automatic tracking and identification without requiring separate positioning devices, thereby limiting the increase in system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system merges the detonator with GPS positioning functionality and automatic communication capabilities into an integrated unit. This combination improves productivity by streamlining the connection process while controlling device complexity through consolidated hardware and software architecture
3Manufacturing precision
If manual detonator configuration is used, then manufacturing precision requirements are reduced, but blasting accuracy deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system replaces manual mechanical configuration with electronic/GPS-based positioning and automatic data transmission. This substitution improves blasting accuracy by providing precise digital positioning data without relying on manual measurement and configuration, while reducing manufacturing precision requirements for the detonator itself
Solution Approach 2:
The central control unit acts as an intermediary that receives and processes GPS position data from detonators, automatically matching detonators to corresponding blast holes. This intermediary function improves blasting accuracy through automated position verification without requiring high manufacturing precision in the detonator positioning mechanism
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system enables automatic connection of detonators to the central control unit, enhancing worker convenience and operational efficiency by automating the blasting process and ensuring accurate detonation timing.
Implementation Method 1
detonators each including a global positioning system (GPS) device
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a blasting system, the blasting system including: a drilling device configured to form blasting holes on a blasting target on the basis of a blasting design map; a charging device configured to place explosives in the blasting holes; a worker terminal configured to generate position information indicating a position of the worker terminal; detonators each including a global positioning system (GPS) device, and configured to detonate the explosives by a blasting command; and a central control unit configured to transmit the blasting command to the detonators.