Non-Solar Shutter Heatwave Closing Using Local Temperature Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automated shutter control systems for non-solar shutters lack precision in determining heatwave conditions, as they rely on weather forecasts that do not accurately reflect local conditions, leading to inefficient energy use and comfort issues.
Innovation Solution
A method that measures ambient temperature at regular intervals, applies correction factors based on season and temperature thresholds, and uses a time delay to prevent repeated shutter closures, ensuring accurate heatwave detection and management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If weather forecast temperature data is used for automated shutter control, then automation is achieved, but precision in determining heatwave conditions deteriorates because forecasts do not account for building-specific factors
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from temperature sensors placed inside the building to continuously monitor actual ambient temperature and compare it with forecast data. This feedback loop enables the system to distinguish between forecasted temperatures and actual experienced temperatures, allowing precise determination of heatwave conditions specific to each building.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention implements local quality by placing temperature sensors within each building to measure local ambient temperature conditions. This allows the system to account for building-specific factors such as insulation, orientation, and internal heat generation, thereby achieving precise local heatwave detection rather than relying on generic regional forecasts.
2Extent of automation
If weather forecast data is used for shutter automation, then automation is achieved, but energy efficiency deteriorates due to unnecessary air conditioning usage
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from temperature sensors to continuously monitor actual ambient temperature and compare it with forecasted temperatures. This feedback mechanism enables the system to activate shutter closing only when actual temperatures exceed thresholds, preventing unnecessary air conditioning usage and optimizing energy efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary action by closing shutters before the hottest part of the day based on actual temperature measurements and predicted temperature trends. This preliminary closing of shutters prevents heat buildup inside buildings, reducing the need for air conditioning and thereby reducing energy consumption.
3Extent of automation
If weather forecast temperature is used for automation, then automation is achieved, but reliability deteriorates because forecasts do not reflect actual local conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from temperature sensors placed inside the building to continuously monitor actual ambient temperature. This feedback enables the system to distinguish between forecasted temperatures and actual experienced temperatures, ensuring reliable heatwave detection that reflects true local conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention implements local quality by measuring temperature locally within each building using on-site sensors. This approach accounts for building-specific characteristics such as insulation quality, window orientation, and internal heat sources, thereby achieving reliable heatwave detection tailored to each building's actual conditions.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Ensures precise heatwave detection and automated shutter closure, improving comfort and reducing energy consumption by adapting to actual local conditions, avoiding unnecessary shutter operations.
Implementation Method 1
an additional remote control being associated - in the method of the invention - with the shutter, said additional remote control comprising means for measuring the ambient temperature
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AI summary
Method for automated control of the heatwave closing of a non-solar shutter driven by an electric motor, each motor being connected to a control unit equipped with telecommunication means, and controllable by means of an individual remote control capable of being programmed by the user between an automated operating mode and a non-automated operating mode of the shutter, an additional remote control being associated with each shutter, said additional remote control comprising means for measuring the ambient temperature, method characterized in that it comprises: - the determination of conditions defined as being heatwave, - the determination that the current season presents high temperatures, - if the conditions are determined as being heatwave and if the current season is determined as presenting high temperatures, the sending to the motor by the control unit of a heatwave closing frame.