Shared Power Lines with Impedance-Based Signal Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical distribution systems lack the ability to distinguish and manage the propagation of power and communication signals effectively, leading to suboptimal performance in certain situations.
Innovation Solution
A system with impedance devices to block or channel electrical signals, allowing separate propagation of primary and secondary signals in a common infrastructure, enabling targeted signal distribution and segregation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If communication signals and power signals are propagated across all the facility's power lines without distinction, then the electrical distribution infrastructure can be used for both power and communication, but signal propagation cannot be optimized for specific zones
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the electrical distribution infrastructure into multiple zones using impedance devices that segment the power lines. Each zone can independently propagate primary power signals, secondary communication signals, or both, allowing selective signal distribution to specific facility areas rather than broadcasting to all locations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements local quality by allowing different sections of the electrical distribution infrastructure to have different signal propagation characteristics. Some zones are configured to propagate only power signals, others only communication signals, and others both, optimizing signal distribution for each specific area's needs.
2Ease of operation
If separate systems are used for power distribution and communication, then signal management is simplified, but the infrastructure cannot be shared and costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the electrical distribution infrastructure universal by enabling it to carry both primary power signals and secondary communication signals through the same physical medium. Impedance devices control which signal types propagate to which zones, allowing the infrastructure to adapt its function based on local requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces impedance devices as intermediary components that mediate between the shared electrical distribution infrastructure and the different signal types. These devices selectively allow or block signal propagation based on zone requirements, enabling infrastructure sharing while maintaining signal management control.
3Adaptability or versatility
If PLC technology is used to transport data on power lines, then infrastructure sharing is achieved, but signal propagation cannot be blocked in specific zones
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the electrical distribution infrastructure into multiple controllable zones using impedance devices. Each zone can independently propagate primary power signals, secondary communication signals, or both, allowing selective signal distribution to specific facility areas rather than broadcasting to all locations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements local quality by allowing different sections of the electrical distribution infrastructure to have different signal propagation characteristics. Some zones are configured to propagate only power signals, others only communication signals, and others both, optimizing signal distribution for each specific area's needs.
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 selective propagation of power and communication signals, enhancing cybersecurity and optimizing electrical distribution by allowing targeted signal application and segregation without additional costs.
Implementation Method 1
a first impedance device for blocking the first electrical signal configured to allow blocking of the propagation of the first electrical signal
Implementation Method 2
a second impedance device for blocking the first electrical signal and/or the second electrical signal configured to allow blocking of the propagation of the first electrical signal and/or the second electrical signal
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AI summary
The invention relates to a system for distributing a first electrical signal (S1) and a second electrical signal (S2) in a common electrical distribution infrastructure (1), comprising an electrical distribution infrastructure (1) configured to allow at least the propagation of at least a first electrical signal (S1) and a second electrical signal (S2), and being intended to be connected to a primary electrical network (R) to inject the first electrical signal (S1) into said electrical distribution infrastructure (1) and being intended to be connected to an electrical installation (I), a secondary signal generating device (2) configured to generate said second electrical signal (S2),characterized in that said electrical distribution infrastructure (1) comprises a first impedance device for blocking the first electrical signal (3) configured to allow the blocking of the propagation of the first electrical signal (S1) and a second impedance device for blocking the first electrical signal and/or the second electrical signal (4) configured to allow the blocking of the propagation of the first electrical signal (S1) and/or the second electrical signal (S2).,