Protocol Conversion Apparatus for Smart Grid Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional protocol conversion apparatuses are inflexible and costly to maintain due to high dependency between devices and limited accommodation of appliances, making it difficult to adapt to changing requirements in smart grid environments.
Innovation Solution
A protocol conversion apparatus with a protocol mapper that analyzes data, determines the need for conversion using a map table, and transfers commands between controls, reducing dependency and allowing for flexible configuration and maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional protocol conversion apparatuses are used, then protocol conversion can be performed, but the apparatus is inflexible and costly to maintain due to high dependency between devices
Solution Approach 1:
The protocol conversion apparatus is divided into separate functional modules: a protocol analysis unit that analyzes incoming protocol data, a protocol determination unit that determines whether conversion is needed, and a protocol conversion unit that performs the conversion. This segmentation reduces interdependence between components, allowing each module to operate independently and be maintained separately, thereby improving flexibility while reducing device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional protocol conversion apparatuses are used, then existing services can be maintained, but it is difficult to adapt to newly added or modified services
Solution Approach 1:
The protocol conversion apparatus employs universal protocol modules that can handle multiple protocol types through standardized interfaces. The protocol analysis unit can analyze various protocols, and the protocol conversion unit can convert between different protocols using a common framework. This multi-functionality allows the system to adapt to newly added or modified services without requiring complete redesign, reducing development and maintenance costs while improving adaptability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional protocol conversion apparatuses are used, then a limited number of appliances can be accommodated, but the system cannot flexibly deal with varying requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The protocol conversion apparatus implements dynamic configuration capabilities where protocol modules can be added, removed, or modified at runtime based on the number and types of appliances connected. The system dynamically adjusts its protocol handling capabilities to match the current appliance landscape, allowing it to accommodate a variable number of appliances without fixed configuration constraints, thereby improving adaptability while managing configuration complexity.
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AI summary
A protocol conversion apparatus and a protocol conversion method. The protocol conversion apparatus includes a first control to analyze first protocol data received through a first channel, a protocol mapper to determine whether protocol conversion is required for the first protocol data, and a second control to create second protocol data associated with the first protocol data based on a result of the determination, and to transfer the second protocol to a second channel.