Power Line Carrier Channel Switching for Noise Interference

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Solution Overview

Problem

Power line carrier communication systems face interference from noise, leading to abnormal communication and reduced quality, especially when multiple channels are affected by noise.

Innovation Solution

A channel switching processing method that acquires signal noise levels of power line channels, compares them to a predetermined threshold, and switches communication signals to channels with lower noise levels, thereby improving communication quality.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If power line carrier communication is used to transmit communication signals on power lines, then communication capability is provided, but noise interference from power lines degrades communication quality

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication capabilityVSAvoidnoise interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic channel switching by continuously monitoring signal noise levels on different power line channels and automatically switching to channels with lower noise levels. This dynamic adaptation allows the communication system to respond to changing noise conditions in real-time, maintaining communication quality despite the inherently noisy power line environment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the operational parameter of the communication channel by switching between different power line channels based on their noise characteristics. By selecting channels with optimal signal-to-noise ratios, the system adapts to varying noise conditions while maintaining communication capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Power

If three-phase power supply is used to supply power to equipment, then power delivery is achieved, but signal coupling between phases causes noise interference across multiple channels

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower deliveryVSAvoidsignal coupling noise
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic channel selection that adapts to noise patterns caused by three-phase power coupling. By continuously monitoring noise levels on different phases and switching to quieter channels, the system mitigates the harmful effects of inter-phase signal coupling while maintaining power supply functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The channel switching mechanism acts as an intermediary that selects optimal communication paths through the power line network. By routing communication signals through channels with minimal interference from three-phase coupling, the system separates the power delivery function from the communication function, reducing mutual interference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Reliability

If channel switching is implemented to avoid noise interference, then communication quality is improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication qualityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a self-service channel switching mechanism where the system automatically monitors noise levels and performs channel switching without external intervention. The communication device itself detects noise conditions and executes switching decisions, eliminating the need for complex external control systems while maintaining high communication quality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system employs feedback mechanisms by continuously monitoring signal noise levels on available channels and using this information to make intelligent switching decisions. This feedback-driven approach enables automatic adaptation to noise conditions, improving communication reliability without requiring complex predetermined control logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentEP3761514B1Channel switching processing method, device and system, storage medium, and electronic device
Publication Date: 2025.06.11 GREE ELECTRIC APPLIANCE INC OF ZHUHAI
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AI summary

A channel switching processing method, device and system, a storage medium, and an electronic device. The method comprises : obtaining signal noise on a first channel corresponding to a first power line, wherein a communication signal is transmitted on the first channel; comparing the signal noise with a predetermined threshold; and switching, according to the comparison result, the communication signal from the first channel to a second channel corresponding to a second power line, the channel noise of the first channel being greater than the signal noise of the second channel. The present invention resolves the technical problem of abnormal communication caused by interference on a communication signal transmitted on a channel in power line carrier communication technology.