Virtual Parameterization for Automation System Commissioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for starting up automation systems, such as pneumatic handling systems, are complex and time-consuming, with a high risk of errors due to manual parameterization and component selection processes.
Innovation Solution
A method that involves providing a movement task to a component database for virtual component selection and parameterization, creating data packets with unique identifiers, and transferring these to the physical automation system for streamlined setup and operation, minimizing human error and simplifying the commissioning process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual parameterization and component selection processes are used, then flexibility and adaptability are maintained, but the complexity and time consumption increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by performing component selection and parameterization in advance during the ordering phase. The controller is pre-configured with movement tasks and parameters before the automation system is physically assembled, eliminating the need for time-consuming manual parameterization during commissioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses copying by creating a virtual model of the automation system that mirrors the physical system. This virtual model allows all parameterization and component selection to be completed digitally before physical assembly, enabling direct transfer of configured parameters to the actual controller without manual re-entry.
2Reliability
If manual parameterization is performed, then adaptability to specific requirements is achieved, but the risk of errors increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by enabling the controller to automatically receive and apply parameterization data from the virtual model without manual intervention. The system self-configures by transferring parameters directly from the digital twin to the physical controller, eliminating human error in parameter entry.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses feedback by maintaining synchronization between the virtual model and the physical system. The virtual model receives feedback about the actual system configuration and adjusts parameters accordingly, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the commissioning process.
3Manufacturing precision
If comprehensive component selection and parameterization are performed manually, then system suitability is ensured, but the effort and resources required increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs comprehensive component selection and suitability verification in advance during the virtual modeling phase. All components are selected and configured digitally before physical assembly, ensuring accuracy while enabling parallel processing that accelerates the overall commissioning process.
Solution Approach 2:
The virtual model serves as a precise copy of the intended physical system, allowing comprehensive validation and optimization to be performed in the digital domain. This eliminates the need for repeated manual adjustments during physical commissioning, significantly improving productivity while maintaining selection accuracy.
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AI summary
The method involves virtually parameterizing selected automation system (40) to solve movement task, and storing determined parameters together with component data of selected components and/or movement task. An allocation of unique identifier of component is performed, and unique identifier of component is inputted after completion of physical structure of automation system. A reference is transferred to identifier of component from parameter database, and automation system is constructed from selected physical component for performing predetermined moving object.