Modular Wireless Installation Device for Energy Data Acquisition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Decentralized energy consumption data acquisition in building systems is expensive due to the need for spatial or building-related data collection using specialized devices.
Innovation Solution
A modular, wirelessly communicating installation device that enables data exchange and evaluation of electrical parameters from individual consumers, allowing for remote control and visualization of consumption data, using radio signals and integrated measuring and switching components, such as Hall sensors and relays, without requiring changes to existing installation devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If decentralized measuring points are used to determine consumption data, then consumption data can be measured at individual points, but spatial or building-related acquisition of data becomes extremely expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple decentralized measuring functions into a single centralized installation device. The device integrates consumption data acquisition from multiple consumers, wireless communication capabilities, display functions, and control mechanisms into one unified system, eliminating the need for multiple separate decentralized measuring points and reducing overall system cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The installation device is designed as a universal multi-functional unit that can measure consumption data from multiple different consumers, provide wireless data transmission, display information in various formats, and implement control functions. This multi-functionality replaces the need for multiple specialized decentralized devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a wirelessly communicating module is added to upgrade installation devices, then data exchange with wireless subsystem participants becomes possible, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless communication module is designed as a separate, modular component that can be added to existing installation devices. This segmentation allows the wireless functionality to be independently installed and configured without redesigning the entire device structure, maintaining simplicity while adding adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless communication module acts as an intermediary between the traditional wired installation device and the wireless subsystem participants. It translates and facilitates data exchange between these different communication domains, enabling integration without direct structural changes to the original device.
3Productivity
If multiple consumers are monitored in one device, then space-related usage concepts become possible, but data processing requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The installation device automatically processes and evaluates consumption data from multiple consumers without requiring external intervention. It performs self-service functions including data aggregation, analysis against threshold values, generation of control signals, and presentation of space-related usage patterns, reducing the need for complex external data processing systems.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient and cost-effective recording and control of user data, allowing for space-related usage concepts and efficient energy management with minimal installation effort, while maintaining a permanent power supply and avoiding additional space requirements.
Implementation Method 1
A particularly advantageous method for current measurement is by means of non-contact Hall sensors
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AI summary
The installation device (2) has a device socket (6) fixedly fastened in an installation housing (4) and connected to power supply voltage. A function specific front element (8) is fastened at the installation housing. A removable wireless communication module (3) is attached to the device socket, and detects and controls an electrical parameter e.g. electric current and electric power, of a load in the device. The communication module communicates the electrical parameter. The load is connected to the device and is switched off by the communication module. An independent claim is also included for an installation device system for a building system technology comprising electrical installation devices.