Systems and methods for providing custom applications for HVAC systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing HVAC systems lack the ability to customize their operation sequences post-installation, requiring users to either reprogram control devices or order custom units, which is inefficient and limited in flexibility.
Innovation Solution
An HVAC customization system that includes an inquiry and order processing system, a custom application database, and a processor to generate custom applications based on user inquiries, determining feasible operating and control parameters, and simulating operations to create tailored sequences of operation for HVAC units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If HVAC systems use standard fixed sequences of operation, then system reliability and ease of manufacture are improved, but adaptability to different user needs deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by generating and storing multiple custom sequence applications in advance based on different application types (residential, commercial, industrial, etc.). When a user selects an application type, the pre-generated custom sequence is immediately applied without requiring real-time customization, thus achieving adaptability while maintaining system simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters by selecting from pre-defined custom sequences that modify equipment operation parameters based on different application types. Each custom sequence contains specific parameter settings for heating, cooling, ventilation, and equipment control that are optimized for particular application scenarios, enabling adaptability without increasing device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If HVAC systems allow customization of operation sequences after installation, then adaptability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to reprogramming requirements
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple custom sequence applications are generated and stored in advance for different application types. During operation, the user simply selects from these pre-configured sequences based on their needs, eliminating the need for complex reprogramming or technical intervention while maintaining high adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates and stores copy versions of operation sequences for different application types. Instead of modifying the original sequence or requiring users to program from scratch, the system provides ready-made copies tailored to specific applications (residential, commercial, industrial), making operation simple while achieving customization.
3Manufacturing precision
If HVAC systems require ordering custom units for specific needs, then manufacturing precision is improved, but productivity deteriorates due to extended delivery times
Solution Approach 1:
Custom sequence applications are generated and stored in advance during the manufacturing process for different application types. This preliminary customization is integrated into the standard manufacturing workflow, allowing units to be produced with pre-configured custom sequences ready for immediate deployment, achieving both manufacturing precision and fast delivery without requiring post-installation customization or special ordering.
Data Source
AI summary
A heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is provided. The HVAC system includes a non-transitory computer readable medium that includes instructions that are configured to cause a processor to generate a custom application for an HVAC unit in response to an inquiry regarding the HVAC unit. The custom application comprises a custom sequence of equipment operation of the HVAC unit, and the custom application is configured to regulate operation of components of the HVAC unit. Moreover, the custom application comprises operating parameters and control parameters associated with the HVAC unit.