Wireless Radio Communication Module for Assembly Power and Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for connecting assemblies with actuators and sensors to controllers require complex hardware adaptations due to different power supplies and communication methods, necessitating individual adjustments for each handling device.
Innovation Solution
A system utilizing radio technology and a communication module that converts and transmits power and control information wirelessly, allowing integration into any system architecture without physical signal lines, featuring a radio master and a communication module with a DC/DC or AC/DC converter to match power supplies and using a wireless IO-link master for multiple ports.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If wired communication and power supply are used to connect the assembly to the controller, then reliable communication and power supply are achieved, but complex hardware adaptations and signal line routing are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical/wired communication system with a wireless radio communication system. The radio master in the controller communicates wirelessly with the radio slave in the assembly, eliminating the need for physical signal lines and complex wired connections while maintaining communication reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a radio communication intermediary (radio master and radio slave devices) that mediates between the controller and the assembly. This intermediary enables communication without direct physical connections, simplifying the hardware architecture while ensuring reliable data transmission.
2Adaptability or versatility
If individual adaptations are made for each handling device's power supply, then compatibility with specific devices is achieved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a DC/DC converter that dynamically adjusts electrical parameters (voltage, current) to match the specific power supply characteristics of different handling devices. This parameter adaptation enables universal compatibility across various devices without requiring individual hardware modifications for each device type.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication module is designed with universal functionality to work with multiple different power supply types and communication protocols. The integrated DC/DC converter and radio communication capabilities allow a single module design to serve multiple handling devices, reducing manufacturing complexity while maintaining adaptability.
3Reliability
If signal lines are routed over the handling device, then direct connection is achieved, but installation complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent substitutes the mechanical routing of signal lines with wireless radio communication. The radio master and radio slave establish wireless connections that eliminate the need for physical cable routing through the handling device, simplifying installation while maintaining connection reliability.
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 seamless integration of assemblies with actuators and sensors into various system architectures by eliminating the need for complex hardware adaptations, facilitating flexible and efficient communication and power supply management across different handling devices.
Implementation Method 1
The transmitting and receiving device (61, 63) is arranged in or on the communication module (50)
Implementation Method 2
the supply voltage is converted to a direct target voltage using a DC/DC or an AC/DC converter
Data Source
AI summary
A system connects an assembly with at least one actuator and at least one sensor to a controller. The assembly is guided by a handling apparatus. The controller includes a radio master spatially separate from the handling apparatus and has a sending and receiving unit. The assembly is supplied with supply voltage by the handling apparatus. In or on the assembly, the supply voltage is transformed into a direct current target voltage with the aid of a DC/DC or AC/DC transformer. The direct current target voltage supplies the sending and receiving unit of the assembly.