Automated Solar Circuit Diagram Generation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing manual methods for generating single-line and three-line diagrams of electrical circuits are time-consuming, prone to errors, and require significant workload due to the complexity of connecting lines and varying wiring paths, making it difficult to efficiently compare and update circuits with different inverter properties.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for automated rendering of single-line and three-line diagrams using a processor to receive data packets related to a region of interest and generate circuit diagrams, including components like solar panels and inverters, optimizing GPU rendering time and performance regardless of the number of geometry components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If manual methods are used to draw single-line diagrams, then the diagrams can be created with basic tools, but the rendering time and workload are excessively high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical drawing processes with automated computer-based rendering systems. The GPU-based rendering engine automatically generates single-line diagrams by processing scene graphs and transforming 3D models into 2D representations, eliminating the need for manual drawing while significantly reducing rendering time.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service automation where the rendering engine automatically processes input data, generates circuit diagrams, and updates visualizations without human intervention. The scene graph automatically transforms and renders diagrams based on input parameters, making the process self-sufficient and eliminating manual workload.
2Manufacturing precision
If manual drawing methods are used, then simple tools can be utilized, but the accuracy and error rate of connections deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual connection drawing with automated rendering algorithms that precisely calculate and draw connection lines between components. The system automatically determines wiring paths and connection points based on component positions and electrical specifications, eliminating human error in connection accuracy.
3Productivity
If detailed circuit diagrams are generated with many components, then comprehensive visualization is achieved, but GPU rendering performance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the rendering process into hierarchical levels: scene graph construction, transformation to view space, and final rendering. The system divides complex circuits into manageable components represented in a scene graph structure, allowing efficient processing and rendering of detailed diagrams without overwhelming GPU resources.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transforms 3D component models into 2D single-line diagram representations, reducing geometric complexity while maintaining electrical connection accuracy. This dimensionality reduction allows comprehensive visualization of circuit details with optimized GPU performance by rendering simplified 2D lines instead of complex 3D geometries.
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AI summary
Embodiments of present disclosure relate to a system (100) and a method (400) for generating single-line diagrams and three line-diagrams automatically corresponding to received input. The system (100) includes a processor (102) configured to receive a pre-defined area of a region of interest (ROI) selected by a user by an input device 106, and receive parameters of a set of components associated with a solar installation at the ROI. In addition, the processor (102) generates a circuit diagram for the solar installation at the ROI corresponding to the received pre-defined area and the parameters. Further, the processor (102) renders on a graphical user interface (GUI), a visualization indicative of the generated circuit diagram over the ROI, where the visualization is any of the single-line diagram and the three-line diagram as preferred by a user.