Self-Powered Wireless Control System for Proactive Power Generation Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless control systems for power generation rely solely on alarm generation for abnormality detection, lacking the capability for proactive control based on the power generation state.
Innovation Solution
A wireless control system comprising a node apparatus with a power generating device, voltage conversion circuit, and wireless device, connected to a gateway and server system, which enables control of the power generation device based on its state without relying on alarm generation, using oxidation-reduction reactions, current generating bacteria, or solar cells to generate power for wireless communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If alarm generation is used for abnormality detection, then abnormality can be detected, but proactive control based on power generation state cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors power generation state and feeds this information back to the control device, enabling real-time adjustments. The control device receives power generation state information and automatically adjusts operational parameters, transforming the system from passive alarm-based detection to active feedback-driven control.
Solution Approach 2:
The power generation device serves dual purposes: generating power while simultaneously providing state information for self-monitoring and self-control. The system uses its own operational data to regulate itself, eliminating the need for separate monitoring systems and enabling autonomous adaptive control.
2Duration of action of stationary object
If power generating device operates continuously, then power supply is maintained, but system efficiency cannot be optimized based on state
Solution Approach 1:
The control device dynamically adjusts operational parameters based on real-time power generation state information. Instead of fixed continuous operation, the system adapts its operating mode (including start-stop decisions) according to current conditions, optimizing efficiency while maintaining necessary power supply.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters based on power generation state. The control device receives state information and adjusts parameters such as operation mode, power output levels, or timing to optimize efficiency while ensuring continuous power availability when needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If self-generated power is used for operation, then external power supply is eliminated, but power management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The power management functions are merged with the existing control device. The control device integrates both the role of controlling the power generation device and managing the self-generated power distribution, eliminating the need for separate power management hardware and reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device performs multiple functions: it controls the power generation device, manages power distribution, and optimizes operation based on state information. This multi-functionality consolidates what would otherwise be separate systems into a single integrated control unit, managing complexity through functional consolidation.
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 continuous monitoring and control of power generation systems, automatically detecting and responding to issues such as water leaks or bacterial activity, reducing maintenance needs and improving system efficiency by utilizing self-generated power for operation.
Implementation Method 1
using oxidation-reduction reactions, current generating bacteria, or solar cells to generate power for wireless communication
Implementation Method 2
using oxidation-reduction reactions, current generating bacteria, or solar cells to generate power for wireless communication
Implementation Method 3
using oxidation-reduction reactions, current generating bacteria, or solar cells to generate power for wireless communication
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AI summary
There is provided a wireless control system which has a node apparatus including a power generating device, a capacitor and a voltage conversion circuit device connected to the power generating device, and a wireless device having a transmitter function, and connected to the voltage conversion circuit device; a gateway device having a transceiver function of transmitting and receiving a wireless signal transmitted from the node apparatus; and a server device connected to the gateway device, and further has a receiving device which receives a signal transmitted from the gateway device having the transceiver function, and an actuator operated by a signal sent from the receiving device, and in which power with which the node apparatus operates is supplied from the power generating device, and the power generated in the power generating device is increased and decreased by the actuator.