SE1400057A1 - System for controlling the supply of electrical energy - Google Patents

Abstract

Scalable system (1) for controlling energy supply via at least one phase to at least one consumer (2) and / or at least one consumer (3) of electrical energy comprising at least one controllable fuse (4) which controls the energy supply based on the value of at least one parameter sensed by at least one sensor (19), sensor or similar. The functions of the system (1) are controlled via at least one scalable portal, or the like, which communicates via at least one communication network (13) with at least one controllable fuse (4) and at least one sensor (19) and that the controllable fuse (4) comprises at least one network unit (23) which includes a function for measuring voltage, current, instantaneous power and electrical energy.

Description

applications such as, for example, in controlling the temperature in a building. Several systems of different types, such as lighting, heating, ventilation, etc., can affect the temperature and cause difficulties in controlling the temperature in the building in an efficient manner.

An additional problem in connection with and disconnection of components / loads to and from the mains is that transients occur on the mains, disturbances at the connection and disconnection when traditional mechanical relays are used. With the present system, connection and disconnection disturbances on the network are completely avoided.

Prior art Systems intended to control energy supply to at least one household, or at least one individual consumer, are already known. For example, patent specification SE505446 describes a fuse arrangement at an electrical group exchange. Fuse arrangement comprising a socket or socket connected to the group center arranged to receive a fuse holder for connecting a fuse in a fuse holder with a phase conductor, such as a phase rail, in the group center.

The purpose of the construction is to provide an improved fuse arrangement which enables an operating and signal connection with the fuse holder without any wiring having to take place outside the fuse box. On the other hand, internal cable routing takes place. The construction according to the patent specification differs significantly from the construction according to the present patent application. For example, this does not include control via the Internet. Furthermore, the relay is used as a switch for the load.

Patent specification US7423546 describes a variant of a device, system and a method for monitoring electrical devices in a household. The construction according to the patent specification US7423546 differs significantly from the construction according to the present patent application. For example, the construction according to the patent specification does not include a device that can measure, report and store prevailing energy consumption or instantaneous power in real time, alarm and control depending on the prevailing energy consumption in the load. Furthermore, the patent specification US7423 546 also does not contain such a mechanical design that the arrangement can be used in modem group exchanges with a so-called DIN rail, which the invention is present. The prevailing invention can be preceded in modem group centers by an already installed group center fuse, whereby it is cost-effective and for practical reasons in the new invention to redesign / exclude the mechanical safety arrangement contained in the patent specification US7423546. OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT INVENTION The main object of the present invention is to create an improved system which solves or reduces at least one of the above-mentioned problems. The purpose is solved with a system in accordance with the claims.

Brief Description of the Figures The invention will be described in more detail in the following detailed description with reference to the accompanying schematic drawings which, by way of example, show the presently preferred embodiments of the invention.

Figure 1 shows an exemplary form of system in accordance with the present patent application.

Figure 2 shows in a block diagram an exemplary embodiment of a fuse.

Detailed Description of the Invention With reference to the devices, a system 1 for controlling the supply of electrical energy to at least one consumer 2 and / or user 3, in accordance with the present patent application, will be described in more detail.

In its simplest form, the system 1 is used to control a consumer 2 and / or user 3's energy consumption and / or supply of electrical energy. Preferably, the system 1 is used to control the supply of electrical energy to a very large number of users 3 and / or consumers 2. The system 1 can furthermore be used to control the energy consumption in one or your buildings. The system 1 can further be used to control and limit the electrical energy consumption within at least one geographical area.

The supply of electrical energy is controlled via at least one controllable fuse 4 and / or at least one controllable socket 5. The control of the supply of electrical energy takes place preferably via a number of controllable fuses 4 and / or a number of controllable sockets 5. Respectable controllable fuse 4 and controllable socket 5 preferably comprises at least one controllable electronic switch (switch) 6. The controllable fuse 4 and / or the socket 5 in the present invention consists of a fuse which can be controlled via at least one network 7 such as for instance the Internet.

In the exemplary embodiment, the system 1 comprises at least one scalable portal 8, such as a website or the like, which can administer from one to a very large number of users.

The components of the system 1 communicate via at least one network 7 which is connected to at least one server 9, or the like, which comprises at least one software which controls the system's operations.

The system preferably communicates via the network with a database 10 or your databases 10. The communication between components and functions within the network, alternatively the networks, can take place wirelessly and / or via wire.

At least one Gateway 11 is used as a link between the portal, such as a website on the Internet and the user and / or connector. Preferably, the system comprises a number of Gateways 11.

Respective Gateway 11 may, for example, be connected to a fixedly connected Ethemet 12, communication network 13 such as Internet, mobile 3G, 4G or other type of wireless network provided by a suitable operator 14. The communication can be via mobile phone 15, computer / laptop 16, tablet 17, router 18 or other device, communication system or the like suitable for the purpose.

The supply of energy to at least one consumer 2 and / or at least one user 3 is controlled by at least one parameter, factor or the like. Preferably, the supply of electrical energy is controlled on the basis of your parameters. The parameters can be of a number of different types.

For example, parameters can consist of information on electricity consumption of individual components and / or users. The control of the energy supply can also take place on the basis of the consumption of electrical energy by your users and your components, respectively, ie is controlled by the energy consumption of the components and the users who are connected to the system. It is further conceivable that at least one individual measurable, or indicative, event controls the system. The control of the energy supply can also take place on the basis of parameters regarding electricity price or the like, the information of which is obtained from at least one database or the like.

The limit value of the parameter, or the limit values of the parameters, is compared with at least one instantaneous value measured by at least one sensor 19, sensor or similar. The sensors 19 can be of very different types and types. The sensors 19 can, for example, measure temperature, humidity, light, noise, district heating energy, carbon dioxide content, emissions / emissions in the air, wind direction, wind strength, solar radiation intensity, and activity such as movements. The sensors 19 can be connected to the system via wire or be wireless and be analog or digital. Preferably, the sensors 19 are wireless and communicate wirelessly with at least one Gateway in the network.

The communication uses one or your standards for communication. For example, communication can take place via ZigBee or similar. In alternative embodiments, it is conceivable that other wireless standards suitable for the purpose will be used for the communication.

When the value of what it measures measured by the sensor 19, or the sensors 19, exceeds, falls below or deviates from the limit value or interval of at least one parameter, the system switches off the supply of electrical energy to at least one consumer and / or user. It is further conceivable that the system reduces or increases the supply of electrical energy. The limit values of the parameter, or parameters, can also be retrieved from databases, internet services or the like.

Referring to Figure 2, it is shown that the system comprises at least one controllable fuse 4. The controllable fuse 4 in the present invention preferably consists of a fuse which comprises at least one switch 20 which is controlled via networks such as the system. The controllable fuse further comprises at least one microcontroller 21 or the like.

The system 1 further comprises at least one communication unit 22 for bidirectional communication between the controllable fuse and the portal. Preferably, the communication takes place via network 7 such as the Internet or armed network for bidirectional communication. The communication can take place wirelessly and / or via wire. The controllable fuse 4 is further connected via the network to at least one portal such as an Internet portal with at least one database. Communication is encrypted against overall recipients.

The supply of electrical energy is controlled by at least one phase 23 and one zero 24.

The control of the supply of electrical energy can also take place of at least a second phase 25 and, if applicable, also of at least a third phase 26. Preferably, control takes place of at least one and preferably all phases.

The structure comprises at least one measuring shunt 27. The structure comprises at least one mains unit 28 which comprises a function for measuring voltage, current, instantaneous power and electrical energy. The design measures energy and instantaneous power and makes the fuse arrangement controllable via the Internet by building in standardized protocols such as TCPIP stack and other necessary protocols for the purpose.

The design includes at least one colored multifunction status indicator 29. Depending on the variant of the arrangement, there are an additional up to two monochromatic status indicators.

The indications are used to show that the function of the arrangement is correct and that the quality of the communication link to the Gateway is acceptable for data transmission and that communication to the portal works. The indications also indicate whether a status message can be downloaded from the portal. The color of the status indicator 29 indicates the degree of alertness of the message. The status indication also shows with a short flash when the load connected to the arrangement has consumed a certain amount of electrical energy.

The controllable fuses can be of a number of different constructions / variants. For example, the controllable Internet fuses can be encapsulated in such a way that they fit into any variant of a traditional group exchange and / or into any variant of a modem group exchange. In the variant for modern group exchanges with fitting connections, with so-called DIN rail, these are usually preceded by already installed automatic seals. For this reason, it is cost-effective and practical to exclude in the new invention the part comprising the mechanical securing arrangement included in the patent specification US7423546. In variants of the system, this thus includes units which can be connected to fuse boards (group exchanges) such as plug fuses traditionally connected to the fuse board. Fuses can thus be connected as a permanent plug fuse or as a controllable switch in a modem group control panel with type DIN rail.

The controllable Internet switch / Internet fuse can be used for installation in various electrical wall sockets / wall sockets, but can also be encapsulated for external connection to these. In the case of enclosures for external mounting against wall sockets / wall sockets, the enclosures can be made in different variants to meet safety requirements for IP-classified enclosures for different environments.

In alternative embodiments, it is conceivable that some or all of the antennas of the communication units are provided with solar cells, which means that the antennas act as solar collectors. Possibly another type of energy supply can be used. The sensors can thus be used to supply electrical energy to parts of the system. The technology is specifically useful in connection with this being used where the sensor is located at a position where electrical energy is not available.

The system and its use System 1 is preferably intended to be used to control the supply of electrical energy to at least one electrical consumer 2, component, user 3 or the like. In its simplest form, the system is used to switch on and off consumer 2, components at certain times or when at least one sensor 19, which measures at least one pair of lamps, has a value or the like which causes the electrically driven consumer / component to be switched on. or off.

The control can be done by one or more simple functions such as switching lights on and off or for switching on and off other types of devices and equipment. The portal 8 can in this case, for example, be used to control when, for example, the lamp is to be switched on or off or the device or equipment is switched on or off.

The present system 1 preferably comprises a scalable website which can administer a very large number of sensors 19 and consumers 2 and / or users 3.

The sensors 19 can be of very different types and types. The type of sensor 19 determines what can be controlled with the present system. The users of the system can be of a number of different types of users. Examples of possible applications are exemplified in the following.

System 1 can very accurately measure the electrical energy that the load draws and the instantaneous effect. An adjustment of the consumption of electrical energy can thus take place with the aid of the system. It is thus possible with the system to prioritize which of the functions, of the functions connected to the system, are to receive electrical energy before other functions (prioritization of the functions). With the design, it is thus possible to control energy consumption based on the level of energy price. Especially with a variable energy price / hourly rate or equivalent, functions can be controlled to be activated when the electricity price during a period of time is relatively low.

The system 1 is preferably used to control the supply of electrical energy to a number of consumers 2 and / or users 3, such as to control the supply of electrical energy to one or your households within one or your geographical areas.

System 1 may include monitoring functions that generate alarms when one or your parameters fall outside a permissible value.

Data and information may also come from (obtained from) sources other than sensors 19.

For example, data and information can be collected, obtained, from other sources such as Internet sources. For example, information on energy prices, weather forecasts and more can be collected. Information about calendar and the like can also be provided to the system.

The unit controls are available for control and monitoring of temperature and humidity as well as other parameters by connecting serial, analog and / or digital signals - from extreme sensors or systems and variants that function as Watchdog or remote relay place B via Internet or network).

In some embodiments, system 1 is intended to be used to control refractions in dwellings.

For example, control of functions in villas, apartments, holiday homes, caravans, boats and the like can take place. System 1 can be used to control various parameters in the home. For example, sluggish underfloor heating systems can be controlled with the present system. Ventilation in different rooms can also be controlled with the help of system 1. System 1 contributes to different systems and manufacturers for heating, recycling and ventilation being able to work together instead of counteracting each other.

The present system can be used to control the timing of switching on and off components / electrical appliances. In an exemplary embodiment, the system can be used to control engine heaters. It is also conceivable that the system can be used to monitor and alert when the owner of a home is gone. The system can be used to randomly turn on "turn off lighting / fool the thief" or similar. The system can be used for remote control of heating / underfloor heating, monitoring and alarms. The system can also be used for control and regulation of, for example, ventilation.

For caravans, there is a switch-on of electricity / heating, monitoring of temperature, light and ICT, energy measurement and alarm functions for these.

For power distribution, high switching loads can be avoided after a power failure. With the system, it is thus possible to avoid oversizing of a backbone network by the subscribers being able to be connected successively.

In the detailed description of the present invention, construction details may be omitted which will be obvious to a person skilled in the art in the field to which the device relates.

Such obvious design details are included to the extent required for a proper function to be obtained for the present system and method. Although certain preferred embodiments have been described in detail, variations and modifications within the scope of the invention may be apparent to those skilled in the art, and all such will fall within the scope of the appended claims. For example, it is conceivable that the present system will be used for purposes other than those set forth in the present patent application.

Advantages of the invention With the present invention a number of advantages are achieved. The main advantage is that at least one of the above disadvantages is eliminated or at least reduced.

The present invention provides improved security for the users. The present invention provides improved comfort. The present invention provides improved safety. With the system, it is possible to store the measurement values of the measurement sensors to large amounts of data which can be presented via the system's report generator.

Claims (10)

10 Patent claims System (1) for controlling energy supply via at least one phase to at least one consumer (2) and / or at least one dry consumer (3) of electrical energy comprising at least one controllable fuse (4) which controls the energy supply based on the value of at least a parameter sensed by at least one sensor (19), sensor or the like and that system (1) is scalable characterized in that the functions of the system (1) are controlled via at least one scalable portal, or the like, which communicates via at least one communication network (13) with at least one controllable fuse (4) and at least one sensor (19) and that the controllable fuse (4) comprises at least one mains unit (23) which comprises a function for measuring voltage, current, instantaneous power and electrical energy. System (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the controllable fuse comprises at least one measuring shunt (26), at least one microcontroller (27), at least one communication unit for wireless communication (22). System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the system comprises at least one controllable socket which controls the energy supply on the basis of the value of at least one pair of sensors sensed by at least one sensor (19). System (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one sensor (19) in the system senses at least one of the quantities energy consumption, temperature, humidity. System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the controllable fuse (4) communicates with the communication network (13) via at least one gateway (1 1). System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the communication network (13) consists of the Internet. System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the communication between units in the system takes place encrypted. 11 System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the system comprises a function for status indications for the functions of the system. System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the antennas comprise solar collectors. System (1) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the portal communicates with at least one database.