Network Power Management System for Overheating Prevention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current network power management systems face challenges in safely handling varying power levels over structured cabling, particularly with high current applications that can lead to overheating and damage, and lack real-time visibility and control for power provision and consumption in dynamic environments with multiple devices.
Innovation Solution
A network power management system with centralized or distributed control for sensing, monitoring, and controlling power levels, including visual indicators and circuit protection devices to prevent overcurrent and overheating, and a software-based automatic shut-off option to manage power supply dynamically.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If higher power levels are transmitted over structured cabling to meet increasing device power requirements, then the power delivery capability is improved, but the risk of overheating and cable damage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary detection of cable power carrying capabilities before power transmission begins. The controller identifies the specific cable type and its maximum power rating, then configures power transmission parameters accordingly to prevent overheating while maximizing power delivery capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors power transmission conditions and provides real-time feedback to the controller. Based on this feedback, the controller dynamically adjusts power levels to maintain safe operating temperatures while delivering maximum required power to connected devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple powered devices are deployed in the network to increase network functionality, then the network versatility is improved, but the ability to manage and control power provision real-time deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements real-time monitoring of power consumption across all connected devices, with feedback loops that enable the controller to dynamically allocate and adjust power distribution. This maintains full visibility and control over power provision despite multiple devices being deployed simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The power management system is designed to handle multiple device types and power requirements through a unified control interface. The controller can manage diverse powered devices across the network using standardized protocols, simplifying power management operations while supporting extensive network versatility.
3Power
If power levels are increased to support high-power devices, then the power carrying capability is improved, but the safety of cable handling deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Before transmitting high power levels, the system preliminarily identifies cable type and verifies power carrying capability. This preliminary assessment ensures that high power transmission only occurs through cables rated for such levels, maintaining both power carrying capability and cable safety.
Solution Approach 2:
The system takes preliminary protective actions by detecting cable limitations and preventing power transmission that would exceed safe levels. This anti-action approach blocks potentially harmful high power transmission before it can occur, ensuring cable safety while still enabling high power delivery when safe.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide techniques and configurations for a communications network with data and power provision over communication channels. In some embodiments, the network may comprise a network control apparatus having a plurality of communication channels, to connect one or more devices with the network, wherein the network control apparatus is to provide data communications between a device of one or more devices and the network via a communication channel, and to provide power to the device via the communication channel. The network may further comprise a power management block coupled with the network control apparatus, to control the provision of power to the device of the one or more devices, which may include determining whether the communication channel carries a power level in excess of a threshold associated with the communication channel.