Pulse-Shaped High-Voltage Power Delivery for Safe Remote Reach
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing high voltage power delivery systems are inadequate for controlled environments, failing to provide adequate power, being non-compliant with safety and power requirements, and having high installation and equipment costs.
Innovation Solution
A pulse power delivery system with a pulser device that generates a pulse power signal using a signal shaping component, incorporating a periodic pulsing scheme with safety features like fault detection and management to ensure safe and efficient power delivery.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If existing high voltage power delivery systems are used, then power delivery capability is limited, but equipment and installation costs are high
Solution Approach 1:
The power delivery system is segmented into multiple pulser devices that can be distributed throughout the controlled environment. Each pulser device independently generates and manages pulse power, eliminating the need for centralized complex high voltage equipment and reducing installation costs while maintaining adequate power delivery capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses periodic pulsing of power signals to deliver energy efficiently. By delivering power in controlled pulses rather than continuous flow, the system achieves adequate power delivery with simpler equipment that can handle peak demands intermittently, reducing overall system complexity and cost.
2Length of stationary object
If existing power delivery systems are used, then they may reach certain locations, but they are non-compliant with safety requirements
Solution Approach 1:
Each pulser device incorporates feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor the power delivery status and environmental conditions. This enables real-time adjustment of pulse parameters to maintain safe operating levels while extending reach distance, ensuring compliance with safety requirements throughout the controlled environment.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically changes pulse parameters (amplitude, duration, frequency) based on distance and load conditions. By adjusting these parameters, the system can extend reach distance to remote locations while maintaining safety compliance through controlled energy delivery that adapts to varying conditions.
3Power
If existing power delivery systems are used, then they provide limited power, but installation and equipment costs are high
Solution Approach 1:
The pulser devices are designed with multi-functionality, serving as both power delivery units and safety management nodes. This universal design eliminates the need for separate safety equipment and complex installation infrastructure, providing adequate power while reducing overall system costs.
Solution Approach 2:
Each pulser device is self-contained with integrated power management and safety features, requiring minimal external infrastructure or complex installation procedures. The devices can be independently deployed to provide adequate power, significantly reducing installation costs and simplifying the manufacturing and deployment process.
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AI summary
A high voltage pulse power delivery system is provided that includes dedicated safety features including fault detection and fault management. Alongside normal communications cabling, the pulse power delivery system provides remote power over standard multi-conductor cabling without dedicated conduit or separation. This simplifies installation of equipment, increases overall speed of deployment, and significantly reduces cost for deployment. The pulse power delivery system is further configured to transport power through a pulse current waveform.