Wireless Transmitter Data Sharing for Remote Sensor Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing transmitter systems in process control engineering are limited in their ability to connect and combine data from multiple sensors, leading to restricted functionality and high configuration efforts, especially when sensors are located at a distance or require access to remote data.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising two transmitters in wireless communication, allowing data sharing and processing between sensors connected to each transmitter, enabling seamless integration and access to remote sensor data without the need for a central control center.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple transmitters are used to access remote sensor data, then the functionality and coverage area are improved, but the device complexity and configuration effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple transmitter functions into a single operational unit by enabling wireless communication between transmitters. The first transmitter can transfer data to the second transmitter, allowing one transmitter to access sensor data from multiple locations without requiring separate physical connections to each sensor, thus reducing configuration complexity while maintaining extended functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmitters are designed with multi-functionality by incorporating wireless communication capabilities that allow them to not only read sensor values but also forward data to other transmitters. This universal capability enables a single transmitter to perform the functions of multiple transmitters, reducing the need for complex multi-point configurations.
2Area of stationary object
If sensors are positioned at great distances from the transmitter, then the measurement coverage is improved, but the cable length and installation complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical cable connection system with a wireless communication system. Instead of requiring physical cables to connect sensors to transmitters over long distances, the system uses wireless data transfer to enable remote sensor access, thereby eliminating cable installation complexity while maintaining extended measurement coverage.
3Quantity of substance
If a central control center is used to combine data from multiple transmitters, then the data aggregation is improved, but the infrastructure and configuration effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The transmitters are designed to perform data aggregation autonomously without requiring a central control center. The first transmitter can transfer data directly to the second transmitter, enabling the transmitters themselves to serve the function of data aggregation. This self-service capability eliminates the need for complex central infrastructure while maintaining effective data aggregation from multiple sensors.
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AI summary
A measuring system comprises a first transmitter and a second transmitter. First sensors are connected to the first transmitter, and the first transmitter is designed to receive and process first data from the first sensors. Second sensors are connected to the second transmitter, and the second transmitter is designed to receive and process second data from the second sensors The two transmitters are wirelessly in communication with one another. The first transmitter is designed to transfer at least a portion of the first data to the second transmitter and the second transmitter is designed to output and/or process the transferred first data, and/or the second transmitter is designed to transfer at least a portion of the second data to the first transmitter and the first transmitter.