Software-Controlled Power Switch Matrix for Phase Load Balancing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Power distribution units in operations centers for telecommunication and data services often experience load imbalances, leading to circuit breaker tripping and disruption of services, as existing systems lack real-time balancing capabilities without power down.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a software-controlled power matrix within power distribution units, comprising local and central controllers, which receive phase load data, generate aggregate load profiles, detect imbalances, and adjust power phase coupling in real-time using a software-controlled power switch matrix to balance loads without power down.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If real-time power phase load balancing is implemented, then service continuity is maintained, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A software-controlled power switch matrix is introduced as an intermediary component between the power distribution units and the connected equipment. This switch matrix, controlled by software algorithms, dynamically routes power phases to balance loads in real-time without requiring changes to the equipment itself, thus maintaining service continuity while managing system complexity through a dedicated control layer
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements dynamic power phase switching capabilities that allow real-time adjustment of power distribution based on load conditions. The software-controlled switch matrix can rapidly reconfigure power phase connections to achieve load balancing, enabling the system to adapt to changing conditions without service disruption while maintaining manageable complexity through automated control
2Adaptability or versatility
If software-controlled power switch matrix is implemented, then load balancing capability is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The software-controlled power switch matrix is designed as a universal module that can be integrated into existing power distribution unit architectures. By creating a multi-functional control system that can manage multiple power phases and serve different load configurations, the solution achieves broad load balancing capability while using standardized components that simplify manufacturing across different deployment scenarios
3Adaptability or versatility
If real-time monitoring and adjustment is performed, then power phase load balance is improved, but measurement and control difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements continuous feedback loops that monitor power phase loads in real-time and automatically adjust the power switch matrix configuration in response to detected imbalances. Software algorithms process load data from multiple sources and translate it into control signals for the switch matrix, creating a closed-loop system that improves load balance while managing measurement complexity through automated feedback processing
Data Source
AI summary
Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, embodiments detecting and correcting load imbalance on power supply phases within a managed scope using a software controlled power switch matrix that is resident in each power distribution unit supplying power in the managed scope. Managed scope could include a plurality of power distribution units supplying a plurality of circuit or equipment loads in a plurality of premises. On each PDU, the software controlled switch matrix maintains and changes physical coupling of power supply phases to circuit and equipment loads. Further embodiments include correcting power supply phase load imbalances through software commands to adjust the coupling of power supply phases to circuit or equipment loads. Embodiments are intended to help power administrators maintain power supply phase load balance effectively in a managed scope. Other embodiments are disclosed.