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KR-20260066645-A - CONTROL SYSTEM FOR INDUSTRIAL PLANTS

KR20260066645AKR 20260066645 AKR20260066645 AKR 20260066645AKR-20260066645-A

Abstract

A control system (10) for an industrial plant (10) is provided, and the industrial plant (10) comprises a plurality of industrial devices (11), wherein the industrial devices comprise one or more external connections for communication of data output from the sensors and/or data-emitting devices, and the control system (1) comprises a plurality of endpoints (2) each comprising a microprocessor and computer-type memory—the endpoints (2) are connected to at least one of the industrial devices (11) and are configured to communicate with the industrial devices (11), receive the data output, and transmit information and commands to the industrial devices (11), a control device (3) comprising a microprocessor and computer-type memory—the control device (3) is connected to the plurality of endpoints (2), and a microprocessor and computer-type memory, and through an interface that is easily intuitive and understandable, the control system (1) enables centralized management of the control system (1) and the industrial plant (10) and executes data from the industrial devices (11). It includes a control processor (4) configured to convert into human-readable data, and the control processor (4) is exclusively connected to the adjustment device (3) within the control system (10).

Inventors

  • 스트라미지올리, 루도비코
  • 파바, 안드레아

Assignees

  • 아이보리7 에스.알.엘.

Dates

Publication Date
20260512
Application Date
20251104
Priority Date
20241104

Claims (13)

  1. As a control system (10) for an industrial plant (10), The above industrial plant (10) includes a plurality of industrial devices (11), and the industrial devices include a sensor and/or data-emitting device and one or more external connections for communication of data output from the sensor and/or data-emitting device. The above control system (1) is, A plurality of endpoints (2) each comprising a microprocessor and a computer-type memory - the endpoints (2) are connected to at least one of the industrial devices (11) and are configured to communicate with the industrial devices (11), receive the data output, and transmit information and commands to the industrial devices (11) - , A control device (3) including a microprocessor and computer-type memory - the control device (3) is connected to the plurality of endpoints (2) - , The control processor (4) includes a microprocessor and computer-type memory, and is configured to enable centralized management of the control system (1) and the industrial plant (10) by means of a human-readable interface, such as an interface that is easily intuitive and understandable, and to convert data from the industrial device (11) into human-readable data during execution. A control processor (4) is a control system (1) that is exclusively connected to the adjustment device (3) within the control system (10).
  2. A control system (1) comprising a database for interacting with a plurality of industrial devices (11), including information necessary for managing the industrial device (11) to standardize information necessary for operation even for peripheral devices that differ in both the instruction mode and the number of instructions required for implementation in the first aspect.
  3. In paragraph 2, the database comprises a control system (1) having a command for the purpose of standardizing information from the sensor and/or data-emitting device of the industrial device (11).
  4. A control system (1) comprising only the described components in any one of paragraphs 1 to 3.
  5. A control system (1) wherein, in any one of claims 1 to 4, the control processor (4) is arranged remotely from the endpoint (2) and the adjustment device (3), i.e., via a web connection, and the endpoint (2) and the adjustment device (3) are arranged in the industrial plant (10).
  6. In any one of claims 1 to 5, each of the endpoints (2) is a control system (1) having an ARM-type processor.
  7. A control system (1), wherein each of the endpoints (2) comprises an interface connection (20) for interacting with the industrial device (11) of the PNP, 4-20 mA, I2C, and SPI types in any one of claims 1 to 6.
  8. A control system (1) wherein, in any one of claims 1 to 7, the control processor (4) is configured to implement a machine learning algorithm to optimize the operation of the industrial plant (1).
  9. In claim 8, the control system (1) wherein the adjustment device (3), the endpoint (2), and the control processor (4) each implement a machine learning algorithm.
  10. In claim 8 or 9, the artificial intelligence algorithm is a neural network, the control system (1).
  11. In any one of claims 8 to 10, the control processor (4) is configured to perform at least most of the training in relation to the machine learning algorithm of the control system (1), the control system (1).
  12. In any one of claims 8 to 11, at least one of the control processor (4), the controller (3), and the endpoint (2) is configured to perform a prediction through the machine learning algorithm, the control system (1).
  13. An industrial plant (10) comprising a plurality of industrial devices (11) including a sensor and/or data-emitting device and one or more external connections for communication of data output from the sensor and/or data-emitting device, and comprising a control system (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 12.

Description

Control System for Industrial Plants The present invention relates to a control system or device for an industrial plant of the type specified in the preamble of claim 1. Currently, various control systems for industrial production facilities are known, such as machine tools, processing machines, and control machines. The term "control" is generally understood to refer to the control and/or commands of the aforementioned industrial plants. For example, PLC-type control systems are well known. A PLC is a programmable electronic device that performs real-time logic and control functions. To perform these functions, it is equipped with a microprocessor and an input/output system capable of exchanging signals between industrial machinery, the microprocessor, and/or the electronic device performing the task. In summary, PLCs are a versatile and essential tool in industrial automation because they can provide precise and reliable process control. However, PLCs are more suitable for controlling a single machine rather than controlling an industrial plant. In addition, they have a generally very complex programming communication interface with the user. And there is a control system of the DCS (Distributed Control System) type. A DCS control system is a control architecture primarily used in industrial automation to monitor and control multiple industrial machines and, consequently, more complex processes and plants. The DCS system uses a top-down logic architecture. The DSC system has numerous electronic devices that communicate with the individual machines and industrial bodies that make up the plant. These electronic devices transmit data to the operator. The operator can coordinate and control machines connected to the electronic device through a special interface. Data received by the user and changes made by the user are stored on a computer-type server. There is also an additional layer in the DSC system that includes a computer processor capable of communicating with individual electronic devices and accessing stored data. Through the electronic operator, the operator can monitor the proper execution of the entire plant and process. Using a DCS system improves factory automation and efficiency. However, even then, the control system is complex for end users to use and adjust. Furthermore, operators can adjust the individual machines comprising the plant without worrying about interactions with other machines. In fact, the control of the entire system performed at a higher level is implemented only at the lower level. There are also Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs) that monitor digital and analog field parameters and transmit data to a central monitoring station, as well as Distributed Supervision, Control, and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems composed of technology solutions used for the remote monitoring and control of industrial processes and infrastructure. Such a system is also described in patent application US 2021/0397166 A1. The features and advantages of the present invention are clearly explained below through a detailed description of preferred embodiments of the present invention with reference to the attached drawings. FIG. 1 illustrates the operation method of a device according to the present invention. In this document, when measurements, values, shapes, and geometric criteria (e.g., verticality and parallelism) are associated with "approximately" or other similar terms, e.g., "nearly" or "substantially," it should be understood that measurement errors or inaccuracies due to production and/or manufacturing errors are excluded, and above all, that the deviation from the associated value, measurement, shape, or geometric criterion is slightly less than. For example, when associated with a value, it is preferable that these terms indicate a deviation not exceeding 10% of the value itself. Additionally, when terms such as "first," "second," "upper," "lower," "primary," and "secondary" are used, these terms do not necessarily indicate order, relational priority, or relative position, but may be used to distinguish different components more clearly from one another. Unless otherwise specified, as reflected in the following discussion, the terms “processing,” “computing,” “decision,” “calculation,” or similar are deemed to denote the operation and/or process of a computer or similar electronic computing device, and to manipulate and/or convert data expressed in physical quantities, such as electronic quantities of records in a computer system and/or memory, into other data similarly expressed in physical quantities within a computer system, record, or other information storage, transmission, or display device. The measurements and data reported in this document are based on the ICAO International Standard Atmosphere (ISO 2533:1975), unless otherwise specified. Referring to the drawing, the control system according to the present invention is generally indicated by the number 1. This can control an ind