Motor Control Device Parameter Auto-Reset Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Operators may inadvertently forget to return changed motor control parameter values to their initial settings after temporary adjustments or tests, leading to potential operational issues.

Innovation Solution

A motor control device and method that includes primary and secondary setting circuitry to temporarily change and then automatically reset control parameter values based on a predetermined time or condition, ensuring initial values are restored.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If operators manually change control parameter values for temporary adjustments, then the motor can be adjusted for testing or optimization, but the operators may inadvertently forget to return the values to initial settings

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveparameter adjustabilityVSAvoidparameter setting reliability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary action by automatically restoring the initial parameter value after a predetermined time period following a parameter change. The control device stores the initial value and automatically retrieves it after the timeout period, preventing operators from forgetting to restore settings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements feedback by monitoring the parameter change timing and automatically triggering the restoration process. The control device tracks when parameters are modified and initiates the return to initial values after the predetermined period, creating a closed-loop safety mechanism.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Reliability

If operators manually return changed parameter values to initial settings, then parameter reliability is maintained, but operational time and complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveparameter setting reliabilityVSAvoidparameter management time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs self-service by automatically restoring parameter values without requiring operator intervention. The control device autonomously monitors parameter changes, tracks the predetermined time period, and restores initial values automatically, eliminating the need for manual parameter management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary action by pre-storing initial parameter values and automatically retrieving them after the predetermined time period. This eliminates the need for operators to manually recall and re-enter initial values, saving time and reducing errors.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Ease of operation

If the system automatically restores parameter values after a predetermined time, then operational convenience is improved, but the control system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveparameter management easeVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The control device performs multiple functions: it not only controls motor operation but also stores parameter values, tracks modification timing, determines predetermined time periods, and automatically restores initial values. This multi-functionality is achieved within the existing control device without adding separate dedicated systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The control device acts as an intermediary by storing initial parameter values and automatically retrieving them after the predetermined time period. This intermediary function simplifies the overall system by centralizing the restoration logic within the existing control device rather than requiring additional hardware or software components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS11205983B2Motor control device and motor control method
Publication Date: 2021.12.21 YASKAWA DENKI KK
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AI summary

A motor control device includes a first storage configured to store indicated values of control parameters, motor control circuitry configured to control a motor based on the indicated values stored in the first storage, primary setting circuitry configured to set in the first storage at least one indicated value among the indicated values as a primary indicated value which corresponds to specific parameter among the control parameters, secondary setting circuitry configured to replace, based on a change instruction input via a terminal, the primary indicated value stored in the first storage with a secondary indicated value in accordance with the change instruction, and resetting circuitry configured to replace the secondary indicated value stored in the first storage with the primary indicated value when a return requirement is satisfied after the secondary setting circuitry has replaced the primary indicated value with the secondary indicated value.