Optical Diagnosis Display for Plug-in Connection Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
In harsh industrial environments, such as large-scale chemical processing plants, it is difficult for operators to determine the operational status of plug-in connection systems for measuring and transmission systems, which are often far from central control rooms, making it challenging to assess whether the system is functioning optimally for measurement variables.
Innovation Solution
A connection system with a sensor-side power signal receiver, data modulator/demodulator unit, and an optical diagnosis display unit using light-emitting diodes to display state parameters, allowing for on-site monitoring and diagnosis of the system's status, including voltage supply and data transmission behavior, with the option for additional interfaces like infrared or radio communication for further data transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If plug-in connection systems are used in harsh industrial environments far from control rooms, then the system can operate in remote locations, but it becomes difficult to monitor and diagnose system status on site
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an optical diagnosis display unit as an intermediary device that visually represents system status parameters. This mediator converts complex electrical and operational states into simple visual signals (light colors and flash patterns) that can be easily observed on-site without requiring remote control room monitoring or complex diagnostic equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex mechanical/electrical diagnostic systems with an optical display system. Instead of using intricate wiring, switches, or remote monitoring equipment, the system uses light-emitting diodes to convey system status, simplifying the diagnostic mechanism while improving on-site accessibility.
2Ease of operation
If optical diagnosis display unit is added to connection elements, then on-site monitoring capability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The optical diagnosis display unit is designed to serve multiple functions within a single integrated component. It not only displays system status but also indicates various operational states (power supply, data transmission, errors) through different light patterns, eliminating the need for separate indicator devices for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses color changes and flash patterns of light-emitting diodes to encode multiple pieces of information. Different colors and flash rates represent different system states, allowing a single optical display element to convey complex diagnostic information in a simple, intuitive manner without requiring multiple separate indicators.
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 on-site, real-time monitoring and diagnosis of the connection system's status, facilitating immediate identification of issues and ensuring optimal operation of the measuring and transmission system, thereby improving reliability and reducing the need for remote queries.
Implementation Method 1
an optical diagnosis display unit which displays defined state parameters within the measuring and transmission system
Implementation Method 2
a first coupling partner element for the preferably contactless transmission of data and power supply signals via a coupling path, a base-side connection element with a second coupling partner element of the coupling path
Data Source
AI summary
A connection system for the preferably contactless transmission of data and power supply signals between a sensor means and a base unit in a measuring and transmission system comprises a sensor-side and a base-side connection element. There is provided in at least one of the connection elements an optical diagnosis display unit for displaying state parameters within the measuring and transmission system.