СИСТЕМА УПРАВЛЕНИЯ УЗЛАМИ УНИВЕРСАЛЬНОЙ МОДУЛЬНОЙ АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОЙ УСТАНОВКИ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ И СПОСОБ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ УЗЛАМИ УНИВЕРСАЛЬНОЙ МОДУЛЬНОЙ АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОЙ УСТАНОВКИ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ НА ЕЕ ОСНОВЕ

Изобретение относится к системам многоступенчатой обработки воды и может быть использовано для управления системами очистки воды в хозяйственно-питьевых и промышленных целях [C02F 1/00, C02F 9/00]. Заявлена система управления узлами универсальной модульной автоматической установки очистки воды, в которой входной фильтр механической очистки выполняет функцию автопромывочного фильтра и имеет узел автоматического переключения в режим промывки, выход входного фильтра подключен к автоматическому насосу подачи, выход которого подключен к флуктуатору-эжектору; флуктуатор-эжектор имеет три входа: основной - отфильтрованной воды с выхода насоса подачи и два дополнительных, один из которых подключен к автоматическому насосу-дозатору, другой - к оксигенератору кислорода или озона, причем автоматический дозатор имеет второй вход, идущий от сигнального выхода счетчика воды, а выход флуктуатора подведен ко входу бака-реактора, выход которого соединен со входом технологического насоса, выход которого ...

HVAC control system

A heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) control system comprising: a smart base attached to a building; and a hub which is dockable to the smart base; wherein: the smart base comprises: a user interface for controlling a limited set of HVAC parameters; and a wireless communication module; the hub comprises: a user interface for controlling a comprehensive set of HVAC parameters; and a wireless communication module; and wherein the hub and the smart base are configured to enable the hub user interface to control the comprehensive set of HVAC parameters if the hub is docked to the smart base; or the hub is undocked from the smart base and the hub is within communication range of the smart base over the low power wireless network.

WIRELESS BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD USING A BUILDING MODEL

A building system includes a communication network, a plurality of wireless nodes, a plurality of passive wireless devices, a plurality of sensors, and a processing circuit. The wireless nodes are disposed within a building and are operably coupled to the communication network. Each passive wireless device is affixed to an object within the building, and contains first information regarding at least one property of the object. Each the passive wireless device is configured to communicate wirelessly to the wireless nodes using power derived from communication signals detected in the passive wireless device. The sensors are configured to generate second information representative of sensed temperature throughout the building, each sensor operably connected to the communication network. The processing circuit is operably coupled to receive the first information from the wireless devices and the second information from the sensors. The processing circuit is configured to generate control information ...

Control electronics for several electric filter.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Steuerelektronik für mehrere Elektrofilter einer Gebäudelüftungsanlage, die wenigstens ein Master-Gerät (1) und Node-Geräte (2) umfasst, wobei an jeden der Elektrofilter ein Node-Gerät (2) angeschlossen ist. An das Master-Gerät (1) bzw. an jedes der Master-Geräte (1) sind eine oder mehrere Ketten (3) von Node-Geräten (2) angeschlossen, wobei in jeder Kette (3) ein erstes Node-Gerät (2) an das zugehörige Master-Gerät (1) angeschlossen und die weiteren Node-Geräte (2) der Kette (3) jeweils an das Vorgänger-Node-Gerät (2) angeschlossen sind, so dass die Node-Geräte (2) der Kette (3) in Serie miteinander verbunden sind, wobei das Master-Gerät (1) der Vorgänger des oder der ersten Node-Geräte (2) der angeschlossenen Kette (3) bzw. der angeschlossenen Ketten (3) ist. Das wenigstens eine Master-Gerät (1) und die Node-Geräte (2) sind eingerichtet, jedem der Node-Geräte (2) einer Kette (3) eine eindeutige Platznummer zuzuordnen.

Heizungs-, Lüftungs- und Klimatisierungs- HLK-Vorrichtungsblock.

Ein Basis-HLK-Vorrichtungsblock (10), umfassend: ein Gehäuse (11); eine HLK-Funktionsvorrichtung (M/S); eine Erweiterungsschnittstelle (1 6A); eine externe elektrische Schnittstelle (18) zur Übertragung von elektrischer Leistung und einem oder mehreren Datensignalen; und eine elektronische Schaltung (12), die mit der HLK-Funktionsvorrichtung (M/S) verbunden ist. In einer ersten Konfiguration ist der Basis-HLK-Vorrichtungsblock (10) dazu konfiguriert, die externe elektrische Schnittstelle (18) zur Übertragung eines oder mehrerer Datensignale mit der elektronischen Schaltung (12) zu verbinden und dadurch eine oder mehrere HLK-Funktionalitäten einer ersten Kategorie bereitzustellen. In einer zweiten Konfiguration ist der HLK Vorrichtungsblock (10) dazu konfiguriert, die Übertragung eines oder mehrerer Datensignale durch eine elektronische Add-on Schaltung (22) eines über eine Add-on Schnittstelle (26B) des Add-on HLK-Vorrichtungsblocks (20) am Basis-HLK-Vorrichtungsblock (10) angebrachten ...

Verfahren zur Inbetriebnahme physischer HLK-Geräte eines HLK-Systems für eine HLK-Anwendung.

Verfahren zur Inbetriebnahme physischer HLK-Geräte (Cx) für eine HLK-Anwendung, wobei das Verfahren umfasst: kommunikationstechnisches Verbinden von physischen HLK-Geräten (Cx) mit einem Kommunikationsbus (40), wobei ein physisches HLK-Gerat (Cx) als Master-HLK-Gerat (Cmaster) ausgewählt wird; Identifizieren der mit dem Kommunikationsbus (40) verbundenen physischen HLK-Geräte (Cx); Bestimmen von Geratetyp(en) der physischen HLK-Gerate (Cx); Empfangen eines Anwendungsmodells, das eine Geräteliste umfasst, die virtuelle HLK-Geräte einer HLK-Anwendung auflistet; Erzeugen einer Mapping-Zuordnung der physischen HLK-Geräte (Cx) zu den virtuellen HLK-Geräten durch das Master-HLK-Gerät (Cmaster) mit Hilfe des Gerätetyps / der Gerätetypen der physischen HLK-Gerate (Cx) und der virtuellen HLK-Geräte; Abrufen von Geräteprofil(en) der physischen HLK-Geräte; und Freigeben einer Datenkommunikation zwischen der HLK-Anwendung und der physischen HLK-Geräte (Cx) durch das Master-HLK-Gerät (Cmaster) mit Hilfe ...

Anti-condensation control method for electric auxiliary heat of air conditioner and air conditioner

Sensing the comfort level measuring device, intelligent home system and its control method

Multi-air-direction precise temperature control air conditioning system

Movable working platform for underground space

Heat radiation system and air conditioner

Fresh air system controlled by voice robot and control method

Air conditioner monitoring system

Safety electricity utilization protection method and temperature control device of central air conditioner

Ring combustible new fan

Voice air conditioner control device suitable for blind person

Control parameter generation method of air conditioner, and controller

Air conditioning system and control method thereof

The invention relates to the technical field of air treatment, in particular to an air conditioning system and a control method thereof.The air conditioning system comprises an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, and when one indoor unit is arranged, the outdoor unit is a far-end indoor unit or a far-end outdoor unit is a far-end outdoor unit; when more than two indoor units are arranged, the indoor unit relatively far away from the outdoor unit is a far-end indoor unit; the control method comprises the steps that operation parameters of the far-end indoor unit are detected; and according to the operation parameters, the operation state of the air conditioning system is adjusted. According to the technical scheme provided by the invention, the control accuracy of the far-end indoor unit can be improved, so that the purpose of improving the user experience is achieved.

Mechanical and electrical integration control system of cold and hot dual-purpose air cooler and control method of mechanical and electrical integration control system

The invention discloses a mechanical and electrical integration control system of a cold and hot dual-purpose air cooler and a control method of the mechanical and electrical integration control system, and relates to the technical field of air cooler systems, the mechanical and electrical integration control system comprises a control unit, an air blowing module, a display module, a power supply module and a refrigeration module, and the control unit is composed of a detection assembly and a judgment assembly. The device is reasonable in structure, the control unit on the control unit is composed of a detection assembly and a judgment assembly, the detection assembly comprises a sensor, a converter, a displayer and a transmission channel connecting the sensors, the converter and the displayer, the sensor can sense changes of detected parameters, information of the detected parameters is directly extracted from an object, and the judgment assembly is connected with the sensor. According ...

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

This air conditioner system (1) comprises: a management terminal (2) having a function of transmitting a sound wave signal outside an audible range and a function of receiving signals; and a first air conditioner (3a), a second air conditioner (3b), a third air conditioner (3c), and a fourth air conditioner (3d) each of which is given an address for identification and has a function of performing communication. The management terminal (2) has a storage unit (23) for storing information. Each of the first air conditioner (3a), the second air conditioner (3b), the third air conditioner (3c), and the fourth air conditioner (3d) receives the sound wave signal transmitted from the management terminal (2) and transmits a signal indicating the address to the management terminal (2). The management terminal (2) receives the signal indicating the address. The storage unit (23) stores information indicating the address indicated by the signal received by the management terminal (2).

AIR CONDITIONER

This air conditioner has a plurality of indoor units requiring different amounts of time for a freezing step. In order to execute a cleaning operation for cleaning the surface of each indoor heat exchanger, a control device has a function of controlling a freezing cycle through a compressor, an outdoor heat exchanger, an expansion valve, and the indoor heat exchanger in sequence. The control device executes, as the cleaning operation, freezing of the indoor heat exchanger, defrosting of the indoor heat exchanger, and drying of the indoor heat exchanger in this order. During the freezing of indoor heat exchangers, the freezing step is executed on the indoor units in descending order of the amount of time required therefor. For an indoor unit which requires the shortest amount of time for the freezing step, start of the freezing step is delayed such that the freezing step ends simultaneously with the freezing step for an indoor unit which requires a longer amount of time.

REWRITING DEVICE, REWRITING SYSTEM, REWRITING METHOD AND CONTROL PROGRAM

This rewriting device is provided with: an apparatus information acquisition unit which acquires connected air conditioning apparatus information indicating conditions of all air conditioning apparatuses connected to a communication network; an apparatus selection unit which selects, on the basis of the connected air conditioning apparatus information, an air conditioning apparatus in which a program is to be updated; and an update unit which updates the program of the air conditioning apparatus selected by the apparatus selection unit.

Method and system for determining a cause of a fault in a building control system

Devices, methods, and systems for determining the cause of a fault in a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system are described herein. One device includes a memory, and a processor configured to execute executable instructions stored in the memory to receive operational data associated with an HVAC system, receive control logic associated with a controller of the HVAC system, determine a cause of a fault occurring in the HVAC system based, at least in part, on the operational data associated with the HVAC system and the control logic of the controller of the HVAC system, and provide the cause of the fault occurring in the HVAC system to a user.

Masterless building equipment controller system

A masterless building device system for controlling an environmental condition of a building, includes a first building device and a second building device. The first building device includes a first processing circuit configured to determine, via a first sensor of the first building device, a first environmental condition value of the environmental condition. The first processing circuit is configured to broadcast the first environmental condition value to a second building device via a network. The first processing circuit is configured to receive, via the network, a second environmental condition value broadcast by the second building device, generate a calculated environmental condition value based on the first environmental condition value and the second environmental condition value, and control the environmental condition based on the calculated environmental condition value.

Air conditioning system and portable terminal

An air conditioning system (60) according to the present invention is provided with a first air conditioner (50-1), a second air conditioner (50-2), a first operation terminal (10-1) capable of operating the first air conditioner, a second operation terminal (10-2) capable of operating the second air conditioner, and a portable terminal (30) that receives first setting information comprising first information for operating the first air conditioner or the second air conditioner and second information relating to the first operation terminal or to the second operation terminal from the first operation terminal, generates transmission information on the basis of the first setting information, and transmits the transmission information to the second operation terminal.

Air quality management system and method

This invention provides an air quality management system and method that can coordinate the operation modes of various air processing devices and, furthermore, acquire good management results. An air quality management system comprises a control means and a plurality of air processing devices that are mutually associated. The control means is connected to each of the plurality of air processing devices and is for setting one air processing device from the plurality of air processing devices to have operation priority. The control means comprises an information collection module for collecting at least one of a user parameter, an air quality parameter, and an air processing device operation parameter. The control means acquires processing results by processing the information collected by the information collection module. The control means sets the operation priority for an air processing device on the basis of the processing results. An air processing device having operation priority self-adjusts ...

MODULAR ROOM CONTROL INTERFACE AND SENSORS

Systems and methods for automated management of buildings and rooms employ a common set of components that may be paired together to form a modular room control interface. The components may comprise a base plate and a front plate that are in data communication with each other when connected together. The base plate may include one set of room monitoring and control functions and the front plate may include a different set of room monitoring and control functions. Different combinations of base plates and front plates may then be paired together to achieve a desired functionality in the modular room control interface. Such an arrangement provides a room control interface that can be quickly and easily configured for any number of different room monitoring and control functions as needed.

Air conditioner control method, device, air conditioner and computer readable storage medium

The air conditioning apparatus of the on-off control method, device and air conditioning equipment

Air conditioner

Central air conditioner control system and method

A heating device for nursing

Self -cleaning formula filter equipment of air condensing units

Portable central air conditioner energy efficiency monitoring and early warning method

Control method and device for variable-frequency air conditioner, variable-frequency air conditioner and medium

The invention relates to the technical field of variable-frequency air conditioners, and discloses a control method for a variable-frequency air conditioner, which comprises the following steps: acquiring a target theoretical duration corresponding to a target temperature difference value reached by an air conditioner in a current operation mode; the air conditioner is controlled to continuously operate for the target theoretical duration in the current operation mode under the current temperature value, and a new current temperature value is obtained; under the condition that the current temperature difference value is located outside the preset temperature range, a compressor is controlled to execute frequency increasing operation, and/or an indoor and outdoor fan is controlled to execute air speed increasing operation; wherein the current temperature difference value is the difference value between the new current temperature value and a preset temperature value. The method is beneficial ...

Energy-saving control system and temperature control method for air conditioner refrigeration station

The invention relates to an air conditioner refrigeration station energy-saving control system and a temperature control method, and relates to the field of the heating ventilation air conditioning technology, and the method comprises the steps that operation wind speed information, target temperature information and current environment temperature information are obtained; performing difference calculation according to the target temperature information and the current environment temperature information to determine difference temperature information; determining sinking rate information corresponding to the difference temperature information according to a preset rate matching relationship; determining required position information corresponding to the operation wind speed information and the sinking rate information according to a preset distance matching relationship; and controlling a preset temperature detection assembly to move to a position corresponding to the required position ...

AIR PURIFICATION ENERGY-SAVING STREET LAMP AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

The present invention provides an air purification energy-saving street lamp and a control method therefor. The control method for the air purification energy-saving street lamp comprises the following steps: providing a solar power supply device, controlling the angle of a solar panel in the solar power supply device at different time, and using a storage battery in the solar power supply device to store electrical energy; providing a street lamp main body structure, monitoring an ambient luminance, a vehicle volume, and a pedestrian volume, turning on a light source when it is detected that the luminance is less than or equal to a preset luminance, and increasing the luminance of the light source when the vehicle volume is greater than or equal to a preset vehicle volume and the pedestrian volume is greater than or equal to a preset pedestrian volume; and providing a purification device, adsorbing PM2.5 by means of a filter layer in the purification device, comparing the concentration ...

CENTRALIZED CONTROLLER

Provided is a centralized controller that can control a plurality of air conditioners and communicate with a portable terminal. The centralized controller comprises: an equipment information collection unit that collects equipment information on each of the plurality of air conditioners; a QR code generation unit that generates a QR code (registered trademark) by arranging and encoding the collected equipment information on each of the plurality of air conditioners; and a display device that displays the QR code.

OUTDOOR UNIT OF AIR-CONDITIONING DEVICE AND OUTDOOR UNIT SYSTEM PROVIDED WITH SAME

An outdoor unit (10) of an air-conditioning device is provided with: a casing (20); and an antenna (30) that is for communicating with a base station (2), and that is provided to the casing (20). The casing (20) includes a casing body (21) made of metal and a resin member (22, 24-26) attached to the casing body (21). The antenna (30) is provided to the resin member (22, 24-26, 31) and is disposed on the back side of the resin member (22, 24-26, 31).

METHOD FOR CANCELLING OUTPUT SUPPRESSION CONTROL STATE, PROGRAM, AND AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

A method for cancelling an output suppression control state of an air conditioner system having: a control device for controlling one or more air conditioners; and a management device connected to the control device over a network, the management device transmitting, to the control device, a control command for suppressing the output of an air conditioner and setting the air conditioner in an output-suppression-controlled state, wherein the method has: a checking step for checking whether communication between the control device and the management device is disconnected; and a transmission control step in which if communication between the control device and the management device is not disconnected, a command to cancel the output suppression control state is prevented from being transmitted to the control device without passing through the management device, and if communication between the control device and the management device is disconnected, a command to cancel the output suppression ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Provided is an air-conditioning system having an outdoor unit that has an outdoor control device, a plurality of indoor units that have indoor control devices to control equipment on the basis of instructions, a plurality of communication lines that connect the outdoor unit with each of the plurality of indoor units so as to communicate with same, and a remote controller that has a remote control device and that wirelessly communicates with the indoor units, wherein: the indoor units have indoor setting devices for setting an identification number to identify the indoor units; when a signal containing an instruction is sent from the remote controller, the indoor control device, on the basis of a set identification signal, determines whether to control the equipment and sends a signal containing the instruction to the outdoor unit via the communication lines; and the outdoor control device, on the basis of the identification signal contained in the signal sent via the communication lines ...

AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Internal control devices (A to D) included respectively in air conditioners (A to D) in an air conditioning system () are communicably connected one by one correspondingly to external control devices (A to D). Each of the external control devices (A to D) is configured to execute command generating operation of generating an operation command to a corresponding one of the air conditioners (A to D). The external control devices (A to D) constitute an external control system (). In the external control system (), one of the external control devices (A) functions as a master control device configured to execute the command generating operation whereas remaining ones of the external control devices (A to D) other than the external control device (A) functioning as the master control device function as sub control devices configured not to execute the command generating operation. 1. An air conditioning system comprising:{'b': 10', '10', '20', '41', '41, 'a plurality of air conditioners (A to D) each including a refrigerant circuit () configured to achieve a refrigeration cycle and a corresponding one of internal control devices (A to D) configured to control operation; and'}{'b': 42', '42', '10', '10', '41', '41', '10', '10, 'external control devices (A to D) provided one by one correspondingly to the plurality of air conditioners (A to D) and each communicably connected to one of the internal control devices (A to D) in a corresponding one of the air conditioners (A to D), wherein'}{'b': 42', '42', '10', '10, 'each of the external control devices (A to D) is configured to execute command generating operation of individually generating an operation command to the corresponding one of the air conditioners (A to D),'}{'b': 41', '41', '10', '10', '10', '10', '42', '42', '41', '41, 'each of the internal control devices (A to D) in the air conditioners (A to D) is configured to control operation of the corresponding one of the air conditioners (A to D) in accordance with the ...

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

Disclosed is an air conditioner system comprising at least one outdoor unit and a plurality of indoor units. The plurality of units may be grouped into one or more groups. A wireless communication module may be provided at each of the plurality of units and configured to perform wireless communication using a Sub-GHz frequency band. The wireless communication module may include an encoder configured to encode a predetermined signal, a modulator configured to modulate the encoded signal according to Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) using multiple subcarriers, at least one antenna having an antenna pattern formed on a Printed Circuit Board (PCB), and configured to output a signal based on the modulated signal, a demodulator configured to demodulate a signal received at the at least one antenna, according to the OFDM, and a decoder configured to decode the demodulated signal. Accordingly, a high-quality wireless communication environment may be implemented.

Systems and methods for intelligent thermostat

The present invention provides systems and methods where an intelligent thermostat optimizes operation of HVAC system by learning based on thermal profile of a zone and improvising past performance with the goal of energy and cost savings while managing user comfort. The systems and methods further use adaptive clustering to dissect huge problem space, and dynamic collaboration strategy between thermostat units to rapidly enhance performance.

AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air-conditioning system includes: an outdoor unit including an outdoor-side control device; indoor units each including an indoor-side control device controlling a device in response to an instruction; communication lines connecting the outdoor unit and the indoor units for communication between them; and a remote control unit including a remote-control controlling device and wirelessly communicating with each indoor unit. Each indoor unit includes an indoor-side setting device that determines an identification number identifying the indoor unit. When receiving, from the remote control unit, a signal including the instruction, the indoor-side control device determines whether or not to control the device based on an identification signal, and sends the signal to the outdoor unit via a communication line. The outdoor-side control device determines which indoor unit is an instruction target based on the identification signal and sends the signal to the instruction target indoor unit, via ...

COMMUNICATION CONTROL DEVICE AND EQUIPMENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A management device for controlling communication on an equipment network on which a first equipped device having a communication capacity and a second equipped device having a higher-speed communication capacity than that of the first equipped device are connected to each other in a mixed manner includes a cycle number calculation device configured to assign a free space of the equipment network not used by lower-performance first communication performed by the first equipped device to second communication performed by the second equipped device, and a communication controller configured to transmit a trigger signal for switching a communication mode of the equipment network from the first communication to the second communication.

MONITORING FOR SIGNAL PULSES ON ONE OR MORE ANALOG INPUTS OF A BUILDING CONTROLLER

A Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) controller comprising a housing, a plurality of inputs, a plurality of outputs, a first controller configured to detect signal pulses the plurality of inputs and store information related to the detected signal pulses, and a second controller comprising an event driven controller configured to make event driven requests to the first controller the stored information.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CONTROL METHOD, AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CONTROL DEVICE, AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CONTROL PROGRAM

An air conditioning system control device 10 includes: a switching unit 11 that, when a parameter relating to the indoor environment in which the air conditioning system operates does not satisfy a first condition while the air conditioning system is operating in a first operation mode that is an operation mode in which setting values computed on the basis of a prediction model are used as the setting values for the air conditioning system, switches the operation mode of the air conditioning system to a second operation mode that is an operation mode in which the computed setting values are not used as the setting values for the air conditioning system.

AIR HANDLING UNIT WITH INTERNAL HEAT PUMP

An air handling unit provides variable air flow and efficient air heating and cooling. It comprises an input air partition (110) with an evaporator unit (114), an output air partition (120) with a condenser (124) and an energy recuperation unit (130) which interchanges energy between the input air before the evaporator unit (114) and the output air before the condenser (124). Two bypasses (113, 123) recirculate air between the air supply and the air return ducts (111, 121). A damper (101) in the first bypass (113) controls the volume of input air reaching the condenser (124) from the input air partition (110). A damper (102) in the second bypass (123) controls the volume of return air reaching the evaporator unit (114) from the output air partition (120) A method and an air handling system are also provided.

COMMUNICATION CONTROL DEVICE AND FACILITY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A management device (11) for controlling communication on an equipment network (5) on which a first equipped device having a communication capacity and a second equipped device having a higher-speed communication capacity than that of the first equipped device are connected to each other in a mixed manner includes a cycle number calculation device (77) configured to assign a free space of the equipment network (5) not used by lower-performance first communication performed by the first equipped device to second communication performed by the second equipped device, and a communication controller (74) configured to transmit a trigger signal for switching a communication mode of the equipment network (5) from the first communication to the second communication.

ЭЛЕКТРОННАЯ СИСТЕМА УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ДЛЯ НЕСКОЛЬКИХ ЭЛЕКТРОФИЛЬТРОВ

Изобретение относится к системам управления устройствами. Электронная система управления для нескольких электрофильтров системы вентиляции здания содержит по меньшей мере одно ведущее устройство и узловые устройства. Причем к каждому из электрофильтров может подключаться одно узловое устройство. Каждое ведущее устройство и каждое узловое устройство имеет вычислительный блок. К ведущему устройству подключены одна или несколько цепей узловых устройств, причем в каждой цепи первое узловое устройство подключено к ведущему устройству, а другие узловые устройства соединены друг с другом последовательно. Каждому из узловых устройств цепи присвоен уникальный номер места. Вычислительный блок ведущего устройства в режиме конфигурации побуждает вычислительный блок первого узлового устройства каждой подключенной цепи выполнять конфигурационную программу. Программа предназначена для того, чтобы принимать номер места своего предшествующего элемента и присваивать самому себе номер места, повышенный на ...

Data collecting device, data collecting system, control method and program

According to the present invention, a management device (100) estimates the air temperature in a data collecting device (10) on the basis of driving data received from an air conditioning apparatus (20) and weather data received from a server (30) through a communication device (110). When the estimated air temperature is higher than an operable temperature of the communication device (110), the management device (100) performs a control that lowers the air temperature in the data collecting device (10). When the air temperature at the time of ventilation, when the ventilation device (130) is activated, is higher than the operable temperature of the communication device (110), the management device (100) lowers the air temperature in the data collecting device (10) by transmitting, to a breaking device (120), a command for stopping the communication device (110). When the air temperature at the time of ventilation is equal to or lower than the operable temperature of the communication device ...

A HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

ENVIRONMENT CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS IN A BUILDING

The present disclosure relates to an environment control system for controlling environmental conditions in a building. The environment control system comprises a plurality of sensors located in different areas of the building. Each sensor is used for determining a measured value for one of the environmental conditions in the area where the sensor is located. Further at least one of the plurality of sensors is configured for exchanging data with at least one mobile computing device for modifying a target value of one of the environmental conditions for the area where the sensor is located. The environment control system further comprises an environment controller for receiving the measured values and the modified target values from the plurality of sensors. The environment controller is further configured for comparing the measured values with the modified target values for each area of the building and generating commands for each area of the building based on a difference between the ...

UNIFORM HVAC COMFORT ACROSS MULTIPLE SYSTEMS

Various embodiments provide an HVAC system that includes first and second controllers. The first controller is configured to control a first demand unit to maintain a setpoint temperature of a first portion of a conditioned space. A second HVAC controller is configured to control a second demand unit to maintain a setpoint temperature of a second portion of the conditioned space. The control provided by the second controller is dependent on a load metric of the first demand unit.

Biological 3D printer enclosed environment's humidity control system

Central air conditioning system

Energy -saving fresh air system

Warm-up equipment control method and device and warm-up system

Gas heat exchanger

Energy -conserving air conditioning system of large -scale public building self -adaptation separated regions control

Intelligent classroom air conditioner control system and control method

Air conditioner and its electronic expansion valve control method, control device and the storage medium

A building air-conditioning control system

Automatic adjusting device of air purifier

Ventilation control device and system for cinema

Air cooling module unit

Active noise reduction air conditioner

The utility model belongs to the field of air conditioners, and particularly provides an active noise reduction air conditioner. The utility model aims to solve the problem that the existing air conditioner cannot reduce the noise of low-frequency noise. The air conditioner comprises an outdoor unit, an indoor unit and a central processing unit located in the indoor unit, the indoor unit further comprises an indoor sound collector, an indoor filter, an indoor active noise reduction processing module and an indoor loudspeaker which are connected in sequence, and the central processing unit is in communication connection with the indoor active noise reduction processing module. The active noise reduction air conditioner further comprises an area compensation sound collector independent of the indoor unit, and the area compensation sound collector is connected with the indoor filter. According to the utility model, noise reduction waves corresponding to low-frequency noise can be emitted,so ...

Control method and device of air conditioner and storage medium

The invention relates to a control method and device of an air conditioner and a storage medium. The control method comprises the steps that an icing judging and cleaning program is set, and the icing judging and cleaning program comprises the steps that an outdoor fan of the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to a preset rule; the actual motor power of the outdoor fan is obtained; and judging whether the chassis of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner is frozen or not according to the actual power of the motor, and if the chassis of the outdoor unit is frozen, deicing the chassis of the outdoor unit. By improving the air conditioner, the control method capable of judging whether the chassis of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner is iced or not is provided, whether the chassis of the outdoor unit is iced or not is detected, deicing is conducted in time, and the situation that use of a user is affected due to the fact that fan blades of an outdoor fan are damaged can ...

Clean room exhaust adjusting system

The invention relates to the field of adjusting systems, in particular to a clean room exhaust adjusting system which comprises an adjusting box, a control seat is fixedly mounted on the adjusting box, an MCU controller is arranged in the control seat, a switching shaft is arranged on the control seat, a rotating seat is fixedly mounted on the switching shaft, and a detection rod is fixedly connected to the rotating seat. A detection module is arranged on the detection rod, a first detection box and a second detection box are installed on the adjusting box in a lifting mode, a supporting seat is arranged on the adjusting box, a sealing base is fixedly installed on the supporting seat, an auxiliary sealing structure is arranged on the sealing base, pressing plates are arranged on the first detection box and the second detection box, and a clearing structure is arranged on the adjusting box. The clearing structure is located above the first detection box and the second detection box, and ...

Remote air conditioner problem diagnosis and maintenance method

The invention discloses a remote air conditioner problem diagnosis and maintenance method, which comprises the following steps: debugging on site to collect air conditioner operation data and an environment in which air conditioner equipment is located, sending the collected data to a diagnosis platform, and after the problem is judged, if the method only needs to adjust operation parameters to solve the problem, generating a customized upgrade package for adjusting code parameters; and after the debugging personnel downloads the upgrade package, the upgrade package is transmitted to the air conditioning equipment for upgrading, so that the technical effect of remotely carrying out point-to-point customized upgrading on the air conditioning equipment is realized, and the problems that a traditional air conditioner is complex in maintenance and long in time consumption, the debugging personnel is high in difficulty in checking an external machine, and the operation is relatively difficult ...

Multi-stage air treatment method and equipment capable of achieving ultrahigh-precision control

The invention discloses a multi-stage air treatment method and equipment capable of achieving ultrahigh-precision control, and belongs to the field of heating ventilation air conditioners. An air mixing section, a dehumidification surface air cooler, a deep dehumidification surface air cooler, an electric heater, a secondary air mixing section, a temperature control surface air cooler, a high-precision electric heater and an air supply section are sequentially connected in the shell from one side to the other side through pipelines, and an intelligent unit control cabinet is further arranged in the shell. The unit intelligent control cabinet adopts a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) to realize multivariable neural network control; the output end of the air supply section is connected with an air supply outlet of an air-conditioned room through an air supply pipeline, an air return inlet of the air-conditioned room is connected with air return inlets of the air mixing section and the ...

AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air-conditioning system comprises: a plurality of indoor units to which an address expressed by an N-ary number is set in advance; a control unit having a function of converting an address expressed by an N-ary number into an address expressed by an X-ary number smaller than the N-ary number, and a function of controlling the running operation of the plurality of indoor units; and a remote controller into which the operation state of a specification object indoor unit objected to address specification from among the plurality of indoor units is inputted. The control unit sequentially controls the running operation of the specification object indoor unit so that the operation state of the specification object indoor unit is an operation state corresponding to the numeral in each digit of the address expressed as an X-ary number. The remote controller sequentially obtains, from the inputted operation states of the specification object indoor unit, numerals corresponding to the operation ...

Controlling transmission intervals in an HVAC system based on operational modes of the HVAC system

An example HVAC system includes an HVAC component, and an HVAC controller configured to selectively control the HVAC component in a first operating mode and a second operating mode. The system also includes a sensor in communication with the HVAC controller. The sensor is configured to detect one or more parameters of the HVAC system and periodically transmit the one or more detected parameters to the HVAC controller. The sensor is also configured to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a first transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the first operating mode, and to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a second transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the second operating mode. The first transmission interval is different than the second transmission interval. Example methods of controlling an HVAC system are also disclosed.

HVAC SENSOR INFORMATION AND SENSOR COMMUNICATION OVER RELAY-CONTROLLED POWER LINE

Provided are embodiments for a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for providing sensor information and sensor communication over relay-controlled power line. The system can include a controller of the HVAC system and a first power line converter coupled to the controller. The first power line converter is configured to receive data over a serial bus, convert the data into a communication message for transmission onto a power line, wherein the power line is configured to transmit power and communication messages, and transmit the communication message over the power line. Also provided are embodiments for transmitting and receiving a communication message over relay-controlled power line.

REMOTE AUTOMATED DEPLOYMENT OF HVAC OPTIMIZATION SOFTWARE

METHOD OF CONTROLLING AIR CONDITIONER

The present disclosure relates to a method of controlling an air conditioner. The method of controlling the air conditioner of the present disclosure includes: collecting indoor unit data of each of a plurality of indoor units connected to an outdoor unit; controlling a total flow rate of refrigerant supplied to the plurality of indoor units based on a total load of the indoor units, which is determined based on the indoor unit data of the respective indoor units; and controlling an individual flow rate of refrigerant flowing to the respective indoor units based on clusters of the respective indoor units which are matched based on the indoor unit data of the respective indoor units.

Controller, radiant air conditioning equipment, control method, and control program

A controller (10) controls radiant air conditioning equipment (20) that cools or heats, by way of an air conditioner (22), a space separated from an indoor space by a radiation panel (21), and cools or heats, by way of the radiation effect of the radiation panel (21), the indoor space. A data collection unit (41) collects indoor environmental data (52) and panel temperature data (53) from an indoor environment measurement sensor (32) and a radiation panel measurement sensor (33), respectively. A heat quantity determination unit (42) acquires panel characteristic data (54) and device characteristic data (55) and determines, from the acquired data and the data collected by the data collection unit (41), the time series pattern for the amount of heat to be processed by the radiant air conditioning equipment (20). An operation instruction unit (43) issues, to the air conditioner (22), an instruction for operating the air conditioner (22) according to the time series pattern determined by the ...

Management device

An apparatus management system (1) is provided with: control terminals (20a-20c) that transmit state information relating to air conditioners (10a-10i); and a management device (30). The management device (30) is provided with a computing unit (341), a load determining unit (343), a reduction control unit (344), and a communication unit (33). The computing unit (341) executes computing for information processing on the basis of information received from the control terminals (20a-20c). The load determining unit (343) determines a load level corresponding to the load of the information processing performed by the computing unit (341). The reduction control unit (344) executes reduction control so as to reduce, corresponding to the load level, the load of the computing unit (341). The communication unit (33) transmits the load level to the control terminals (20a-20c). Furthermore, each of the control terminals (20-20c) is provided with a processing unit (23) that changes, corresponding to ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

A first air conditioner (AC) (9a), a second AC (9b), and a third AC (9c) that are independent from each other are provided as a plurality in an air-conditioned room. Individual target temperatures for each room as acquired from an input/output terminal (19) and an outdoor temperature acquired by an outdoor temperature sensor (7) are inputted to a mode setting unit (32). On the basis of the individual target temperatures and the outdoor temperature, the mode setting unit (32) sets a cooling mode and a cooling setting temperature for use during operation of the cooling mode, or sets a heating mode and a heating setting temperature for use during operation of the heating mode, for each of the first AC (9a), the second AC (9b), and the third AC (9c).

VENTILATION CONTROL DEVICE AND VENTILATION SYSTEM

A ventilation control device (2) equipped with a total exhaust air volume reading unit (16), an exhaust device specification reading unit (17), an exhaust air volume allocation unit (18), and an exhaust air volume instruction unit (19). The total exhaust air volume reading unit (16) reads a total exhaust air volume that is set for a building. The exhaust device specification reading unit (17) reads the maximum exhaust air volume for each of a plurality of exhaust devices (3), as a specification for each of the exhaust devices (3). The exhaust air volume allocation unit (18) allocates the exhaust air volume read by the total exhaust air volume reading unit (16) in accordance with the maximum exhaust air volume for each exhaust device (3) as read by the exhaust device specification reading unit (17), thereby setting the exhaust air volume for each of the plurality of exhaust devices (3). The exhaust air volume instruction unit (19) provides an instruction to each of the plurality of exhaust ...

AUTO ADDRESSING FOR HVAC UNITS

According to certain embodiments, a system comprises a primary unit and a plurality of secondary units each having a unique unit number. The primary unit is configured to communicate a command to each secondary unit with instructions to reply during a time window. The primary unit is also configured to receive a reply communication indicating the secondary unit's unique unit number from at least one of the secondary units, and determine an address to assign to the replying secondary unit based at least in part on the received unique unit number.

PASSIVE AND ACTIVE WIRELESS BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

A building system includes a communication network, a plurality of wireless nodes, a plurality of passive wireless devices, and a processing circuit. The plurality of wireless nodes are disposed within a building operably and are coupled to the communication network. Each of the passive wireless devices is affixed to or within an object within the building. At least some of the objects constitute fixtures within the building. Each passive wireless device contains first information regarding at least one property of the object, and is configured to communicate wirelessly to at least one of the wireless nodes using power derived from communication signals detected in the passive wireless device. The processing circuit operably is coupled to receive the first information from the wireless devices, the processing circuit configured to update a model of at least a portion of a building based at least in part on the at least one property of the objects.

HVAC PERSONAL COMFORT CONTROL

A heating ventilation and cooling system includes a cooling source and/or a heating source, and a controller. The cooling and/or heating sources are configured to respectively cool and heat an enclosed space. The controller is configured to receive an apparent temperature set point. The controller is further configure to operate the cooling and/or heating sources to maintain an absolute air temperature that is different from the apparent temperature set point.

The comprehensive energy efficiency of a building management system

Control method of air conditioner and control circuit

Air conditioner defrosting control method, device and air conditioner

Multi-functional non-magnetic mattress based on Internet of things

Air conditioner and distribution type active noise reduction method for central air conditioner

Energy-saving central air conditioner

Air conditioner and a remote controller

Intelligence profiled steel structure affordable housing

Multi -functional humidifier with air humidity detects function

Machine room air conditioner and operation control method and operation control device thereof

The invention discloses a machine room air conditioner and an operation control method and device thereof. The machine room air conditioner comprises a first refrigerating system, a second refrigerating system and a ventilation air duct. The first refrigerating system comprises a first evaporator, a first compressor, a first condenser, a first one-way valve and a first throttling valve which are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop, and further comprises a second one-way valve connected with the first compressor in parallel and a first refrigerant pump connected with the first one-way valve in parallel. The second refrigerating system comprises a second evaporator, a second compressor, a second condenser, a third one-way valve and a second throttling valve which are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop, and further comprises a fourth one-way valve connected with the second compressor in parallel and a second refrigerant pump connected with ...

Ventilation device of intelligent station building operation monitoring system based on Internet of Things

The invention discloses a ventilation device based on an internet of things intelligent station building operation monitoring system, the ventilation device comprises an air inlet device used for air inlet and a ventilation box used for air outlet, a wind power separation mechanism is arranged between the air inlet device and the ventilation box, and the wind power separation mechanism comprises a plurality of exhaust pipes installed at the upper end of the ventilation box; a flow guide pipe is installed outside the exhaust pipe, a humidifying barrel is installed at one end, with the raw material exhaust pipe, of the flow guide pipe, a conveying pipe used for conveying airflow is installed between the humidifying barrel and the air inlet device, and external airflow enters the interior of the humidifying barrel through the conveying pipe. The humidity of the airflow can be adjusted through the deionized water, static electricity caused by reduction of the humidity in the Internet of Things ...

Air conditioning apparatus and air conditioning system

A modulator modulates a voltage signal corresponding to inputted transmission data, and outputs the signal as a voltage signal between a communication wire and a shared wire. A demodulator demodulates a voltage signal based on the potential difference between the communication wire and the shared wire, and outputs the signal as a demodulated signal. A connector connects the communication wire and the shared wire to the modulator and the demodulator by means of a high voltage capacitor that withstands voltages up to a predetermined level. A controller receives, as incoming data, serial data corresponding to a voltage signal demodulated in demodulator if the serial data includes an address of its own apparatus, monitors a demodulated signal outputted from the demodulator, and outputs transmission data that includes a destination address to the modulator if the controller determines that no signal is being transmitted in the communication wire.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT PORTAL

A facility management portal and associated user interface can be used for remote monitoring, servicing, and commissioning of a Building Management System (BMS) and associated devices. Building stakeholders can use the facility management portal to configure smart thermostat devices with various settings or parameters associated therewith. For example, building stakeholders may create device profiles associated with smart thermostat devices and provide different device profiles to different groups of thermostat devices installed in a building. Moreover, stakeholders can use the facility management portal to monitor data such as energy consumption and air quality associated with buildings. Building tenants can interact with control devices such as smart thermostats and associated mobile applications to initiate maintenance or emergency notifications relayed through the facility management portal. 1. A system comprising: presenting a user interface to a user on a user device, the user associated with a building;', 'displaying, on the user interface, a device profile interface comprising settings associated with a thermostat device, the settings comprising comfort settings, schedule settings, and notification settings for the thermostat device;', 'creating a first profile for a first group of thermostat devices installed in the building based on a first input received from the user via the device profile interface, the first profile comprising comfort settings, schedule settings, and notification settings for the first group of thermostat devices;', 'creating a second profile for a second group of thermostat devices installed in the building based on a second input received from the user via the device profile interface, the second profile comprising comfort settings, schedule settings, and notification settings for the second group of thermostat devices;', 'providing the first profile to the first group of thermostat devices installed in the building for operation of ...

Method and Device of Combining Outdoor Units and Rotating Operation of Outdoor Units and MSAC System

The present disclosure relates to a method and device of combining outdoor units and rotating operation of outdoor units, and MSAC system, and relates to the field of unit technology. The method includes: determining a plurality of combination manners of the outdoor units, according to a capacity of an indoor unit currently turned on and a capacity of each of the outdoor units; sequencing the plurality of combination manners in priority, according to priority strategies; and sequentially rotating the outdoor units to operate, based on the sequenced combination manners.

VARIABLE AIR VOLUME MODELING FOR AN HVAC SYSTEM

Methods for modeling heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are described. A heuristic model of air handling in a HVAC system is optimized by a server based on measurements from outdoor sensors, from building space sensors, plant sensors, and sensors for the air handling. Settings of the air handling in the HVAC system are determined by the server from the model as optimized and transmitted to the HVAC system. The heuristic model may be optimized by indicating a mismatch of a fan with a space based on a diversity from a fan flow set point and a fan designed maximum flow; identifying a rogue zone or a critical zone of air handling units based on a number of actuator re-positioning, box pressures, and box flow; and/or determining a coupling of a coupled zone operation with temperature, flow, or temperature and flow. 1. A method for modeling heating , ventilation , and air conditioning (HVAC) , the method comprising: determining a diversity from a fan flow set point and a fan designed maximum flow; and', 'indicating a mismatch of a fan with a space based on the diversity;', 'determining, by the server, settings of the air handling in the HVAC system from the model as optimized; and', 'transmitting the settings to the HVAC system., 'optimizing, by a server, a heuristic model of air handling in a HVAC system based on measurements from outdoor sensors, from building space sensors, plant sensors, and sensors for the air handling, wherein optimizing the heuristic model of air handling in the HVAC system includes2. The method of wherein the heuristic model comprises a physics-based model claim 1 , and wherein optimizing comprises iteratively solving with neighbor searching or local minimization of the physics-based model.3. The method of wherein the heuristic model comprises a machine-learnt classifier claim 1 , and wherein optimizing comprises classifying with the model based on the measurements.4. The method of further comprising calculating claim 1 , by the ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air conditioning system includes an outdoor unit and an indoor unit connected to the outdoor unit through an air conditioning communication line. The outdoor unit includes: a control unit; a compressor; a fan; a compressor inverter; a fan inverter; a heat exchanger; and valves of various types. The control unit of the outdoor unit has a coupling capacitor and a noise-cutting transformer which are between a communication circuit and the air conditioning communication line. 1. An air conditioning system , comprising:an outdoor unit including an inverter circuit;an indoor unit connected to the outdoor unit in a communicable manner; anda signal adjustment mechanism for communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit, whereinthe outdoor unit and the indoor unit communicate to each other with a communication signal including a plurality of carrier frequencies, andthe signal adjustment mechanism is configured to:include switch information, which indicates whether to adjust a signal component in a frequency of noise;when the switch information is set to adjust the signal component, generate the communication signal to limit a signal within a predetermined frequency width within a frequency region of the communication signal based on a tone map that does not include information of a pre-set frequency component of the noise in the carrier frequencies used for communication, andwhen the switch information is set not to adjust the signal component, generate the communication signal based on a tone map that includes all the information of the carrier frequencies used for communication.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The air conditioning system according to claim 1 , wherein the signal adjustment mechanism is provided on at least one of the outdoor unit or the indoor unit.8. (canceled) The present invention relates to an air conditioning system.A typical air conditioning system connects an outdoor unit and indoor units to each ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AGENT BASED BUILDING SIMULATION FOR OPTIMAL CONTROL

A system for a building management system simulation includes one or more processors and memory. The memory includes instructions stored thereon, that when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to generate a space agent representing a space in a building, the space agent to maintain an environmental condition of the space based on an optimization state of the space, generate an equipment agent representing a device that serves the space, and register the space agent and the equipment agent to a space communication channel associated with the space. The space agent communicates with the equipment agent over the space communication channel. 1. A system for a building management system (BMS) simulation , the system comprising:one or more processors; and generate a space agent representing a space in a building, the space agent configured to maintain an environmental condition of the space based on an optimization state of the space;', 'generate an equipment agent representing a device that serves the space; and', 'register the space agent and the equipment agent to a space communication channel associated with the space,, 'memory coupled to the one or more processors and having instructions stored thereon that when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors towherein the space agent is configured to communicate with the equipment agent over the space communication channel.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the environmental condition corresponds to a temperature setpoint.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the space agent is configured to set the temperature setpoint based on the optimization state.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions further cause the one or more processors to:generate a control agent having control logic to control the environmental condition of the space; andregister the control agent to the space communication channel associated with the space,wherein the control agent ...

AIR CONDITIONER, CONTROL METHOD AND APPARATUS THEREOF, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM

A method for controlling an air conditioner, wherein an indoor environment temperature is detected by an indoor temperature sensor, and the control method comprises the following steps: during the operation of an air conditioner, if it is determined that an indoor temperature sensor has a fault, controlling the air conditioner such that same sends indoor temperature sensor failure alarm information, and determining whether an indoor machine of the air conditioner is connected to a control terminal (S); if the indoor machine is connected to only one control terminal, acquiring a current indoor environment temperature by the control terminal (S); and using the current indoor environment temperature acquired by the control terminal as a control parameter to control the air conditioner so as to keep the air conditioner operating continuously (S). By the method, when a temperature sensor of an indoor machine has a fault, an air conditioner can acquire a substitute value for an indoor environment temperature while giving a failure alarm, such that an indoor air conditioner maintains subsequent operation and the user experience is improved. Further disclosed are a computer-readable storage medium, an air conditioner and a control apparatus therefor. 1. A control method of an air conditioner , wherein , an indoor environment temperature is detected by an indoor temperature sensor , and the control method comprising:during operation of the air conditioner, when it is determined that the indoor temperature sensor has a fault, controlling the air conditioner to send indoor temperature sensor failure alarm information, and determining whether an indoor machine of the air conditioner is connected to a control terminal;when the indoor machine is connected to only one control terminal, acquiring a current indoor environment temperature by the control terminal; andcontrolling the air conditioner by using the current indoor environment temperature acquired by the control terminal as ...

Multi-way residential sensor device platform

Implementations generally relate to systems, apparatuses, and methods for a residential sensor device platform. In some implementations, a system includes a plurality of sensor devices. Each sensor device of the plurality of sensor devices communicates with a wireless router and with other sensor devices of the plurality of sensor devices. Each sensor device includes one or more sensors operative to sense conditions in a living space and includes one or more processors. The one or more processors operative to perform operations comprising determining one or more conditions in the living space, wherein at least one condition of the one or more conditions is associated with activity in the living space. The one or more processors are further operative to perform operations comprising sharing, with the other sensor devices, information associated with the one or more conditions. The one or more processors are further operative to perform operations comprising controlling one or more operations of one or more electrical controls based at least in part on the information associated with the one or more conditions.

DYNAMIC CENTRAL PLANT CONTROL BASED ON LOAD PREDICTION

Disclosed herein are related to a system, a method, and a non-transitory computer readable medium for operating an energy plant. In one aspect, the system generates a regression model of a produced thermal energy load produced by a supply device of the plurality of devices. The system predicts the produced thermal energy load produced by the supply device for a first time period based on the regression model. The system determines a heat capacity of gas or liquid in the loop based on the predicted produced thermal energy load. The system generates a model of mass storage based on the heat capacity. The system predicts an induced thermal energy load during a second time period at a consuming device of the plurality of devices based on the model of the mass storage. The system operates the energy plant according to the predicted induced thermal energy load. 1. A controller for an energy plant including a loop formed by a plurality of devices , the controller comprising: obtain a maximum allowable temperature and a minimum allowable temperature of gas or liquid in the loop;', 'generate a model indicating a relationship between (i) a temperature of the gas or the liquid in the loop, and (ii) a difference between an induced thermal energy load at a load device of the plurality of devices and a produced thermal energy load produced by a supply device of the plurality of devices;', 'generate a cost function with a constraint according to the model;', 'determine control decision values based on the cost function; and', 'operate the energy plant according to the control decision values., 'a processing circuit comprising a processor and memory storing instructions executed by the processor, the processing circuit configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the constraint is to keep the temperature of the gas or the liquid in the loop to be between the maximum allowable temperature and the minimum allowable temperature claim 1 , when the energy plant operates according ...

Central plant control system with linear solver for computation reduction

Systems and methods for predicting a plurality of thermodynamic states of a plurality of heat, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) devices of an energy plant are disclosed. The system includes a processor and a non-transitory computer readable medium storing instructions when executed causing the processor to: obtain plant netlist data describing the plurality of HVAC devices of the energy plant and connections of the plurality of HVAC devices to corresponding nodes; identify, from the first reduced subset, a second reduced subset of the plurality of thermodynamic states to be predicted by propagating a known value of the plurality of thermodynamic states using a linear solver; predict the second reduced subset of the plurality of thermodynamic states using a non-linear solver; and determine the plurality of thermodynamic states of the energy plant at the plurality of nodes based on the predicted second reduced subset of the plurality of thermodynamic states.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air conditioning system includes a plurality of air conditioning indoor units installed in a target space, a plurality of remote control devices corresponding to the air conditioning indoor units, and a controller. The remote control device has a command input to set the corresponding air conditioning indoor unit or the remote control device. The controller performs a process based on the command input to the remote control device. Each remote control device includes a communicating unit that performs a communication with the corresponding air conditioning indoor unit, and a short range wireless communicating unit that performs a short range wireless communication with a communicating apparatus having a function of the short range wireless communication. The command is input by receiving a signal transmitted from the communicating apparatus by the short range wireless communication, at the short range wireless communicating unit. 1. An air conditioning system comprising:a plurality of air conditioning indoor units installed in a target space;a plurality of remote control devices corresponding to the air conditioning indoor units, each remote control device being configured and arranged to have a command input therein to set the corresponding air conditioning indoor unit or the remote control device itself; anda controller configured and arranged to perform a process based on the command input to each remote control device, a communicating unit configured and arranged to perform a communication with the corresponding air conditioning indoor unit, and', 'a short range wireless communicating unit configured and arranged to perform a short range wireless communication with a communicating apparatus having a function of the short range wireless communication, and, 'the remote control devices each including'}the command being input by receiving a signal transmitted from the communicating apparatus by the short range wireless communication, at the short range wireless ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS RELATING TO HVAC SYSTEMS THAT PROVIDE AN IMPLICIT PARTITION BETWEEN AT LEAST TWO ABUTTING ENVIRONMENTS IN A DEFINED LARGE OPEN SPACE

Systems, devices and methods, etc., comprising at least two separate and distinct environmental climate control devices that both serve the mixed use open space, and which environmental climate control devices are centrally controlled to provide at least two different HVAC-controlled zones, for example to differentiate between the zones according to at least one of temperature, humidity, pressure or contaminant level. 1. A heating ventilation cooling (HVAC) system comprising:at least two separate and distinct environmental climate control devices, the at least two separate and distinct environmental climate control devices both serving a single mixed use open space consisting essentially of a large open space having at least a first selected temperature zone abutting a second selected temperature zone;a central uniform control unit operably connected to the at least two separate and distinct environmental climate control devices to control combined operation of the separate and distinct distinct environmental climate control devices, the central uniform control unit also operably connected to at least a first temperature sensor located in the first selected temperature zone and to a second temperature sensor located in the second selected temperature zone; wherein,the central uniform control unit is further configured such that, based on a first selected temperature set point for the first selected temperature zone, a second selected temperature set point for the second selected temperature zone, wherein the second selected temperature set point is different from the first selected temperature set point, and on information from the first and second temperature sensors, the central uniform control unit controls combined operation of the at least two separate and distinct environmental climate control devices to establish substantially different temperatures between the first and second selected temperature zones.2. The heating ventilation cooling (HVAC) system of ...

CENTRALIZED CONTROL UNIT, EQUIPMENT CONTROL SYSTEM, AND CONTROL METHOD

An air-conditioning centralized management apparatus () for controlling air conditioners including an outdoor unit and an indoor unit includes a main unit () that has basic functions for controlling the air conditioners. The main unit () includes extension I/Fs () that each are connectable to an extension unit () that has an extension function for controlling the air conditioners. The extension I/Fs () are arranged on, for example, at four locations of the air-conditioning centralized management apparatus (), on a top side, lower side, left side, and right side thereof, to improve flexibility in connection of the extension unit ().

WIRELESS TRANSMISSION

The disclosure relates to an assembly composed of two or more electric drives, each of which is provided with a housing that is preferably closed all around; a transceiver or radio transmitter inside the housing of each electric drive is configured for wireless data communication with a master controller; for this purpose, a properly mounted transmission opening is provided in each housing in order for data to be transmitted and received through the transmission opening. 1. An assembly composed of two or more electric drives each of which is provided with a housing that is preferably closed all around , wherein a transceiver or radio transmitter is provided inside the housing of each electric drive , wherein the assembly is configured for wireless data communication with a master controller , for which purpose a properly mounted transmission opening is provided in each housing in order for data to be transmitted and received through the transmission opening , wherein the respective transceivers are arranged on the motor circuit board directly behind the respective transmission openings of the slave units such that they are oriented on the circuit board towards the master.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , characterized in that two or more transmission openings are provided within the housing of the respective electric drives.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , characterized in that the housing of the electric drives is configured as a shielded housing claim 1 , preferably a non-metallic housing claim 1 , resulting in EMC shielding at the same time.4. The assembly according to claim 1 , characterized in that the transmission opening(s) the housing against the ingress of dust and dirt by means of a non-metallic housing seal claim 1 , but remain(s) transmissive for data transmission.5. The assembly according to claim 1 , characterized in that the respective transceivers or radio transmitters are integrated on the motor circuit board of the electric drive claim 1 ...

Maintenance support system for air conditioners

A maintenance support system includes an air conditioner system including air conditioners, an Internet line, a portable terminal and a server, and supports maintenance of the system. The system, portable terminal, and server are communicably interconnected via the Internet line. The server stores individual identification information, operation information and abnormality history of each air conditioner. The portable terminal receives the individual identification information, operation information and abnormality history of each air conditioner from the server. The portable terminal includes an image pickup unit photographing a space to acquire a picked-up image thereof, and a display unit displaying the air conditioner included in the picked-up image and one of the individual identification information, the operation information and the abnormality information of the air conditioner in association with each other with one being superimposed on other.

BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED DATA STORAGE AND PROCESSING

A building management system (BMS) including device controllers configured to monitor and control one or more heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) devices and to store and process time-series data associated with the HVAC devices. The BMS includes a BMS controller that is communicably coupled to the device controllers. The BMS controller is configured to generate and send one or more processing sub-requests to at least one of the device controllers based on a processing request requesting time-series data associated with an HVAC device. The BMS controller is configured to receive one or more processing results from the at least one of the device controllers and join the one or more processing results into a joined result. The BMS controller is configured to provide the joined result to a requesting entity. The device controllers are configured to receive and process processing sub-requests and send results to the BMS controller. 1. A building management system (BMS) comprising:a plurality of device controllers, each configured to monitor and control one or more heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) devices and to store and process time-series data associated with the one or more HVAC devices; generate and send one or more processing sub-requests to at least one of the plurality of device controllers based on a processing request requesting time-series data associated with an HVAC device;', 'receive one or more processing results from the at least one of the plurality of device controllers;', 'join the one or more processing results into a joined result; and', 'provide the joined result to a requesting entity;, 'a BMS controller communicably coupled to the plurality of device controllers, wherein the BMS controller is configured towherein the plurality of device controllers are configured to receive and process processing sub-requests and send results to the BMS controller.2. The system of claim 1 , the system further comprising a BMS database ...

SERVER, AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL SYSTEM, RECORDING MEDIUM, AND CONTROL METHOD

Provided is a server that communicates, via a network, with at least one air conditioner that executes a normal operation or a loosening operation includes a determination unit that determines a heat exposure period for each air conditioning target space, the indoor solar irradiance information indicating a transition of solar irradiance, and the heat exposure period being a time duration in which an environment in the air conditioning target space is likely to be influenced by solar radiation, a generation unit that generates operation plan information of designating a loosening operation period, the loosening operation period being a time duration in which the air conditioner is caused to execute the loosening operation, and a supply unit that supplies the operation plan information to the air conditioner via the network to cause the air conditioner to execute the loosening operation in the loosening operation period. 1. A server that communicates , via a network , with one or a plurality of air conditioners that execute either a normal operation or a loosening operation that consumes less power than the normal operation , the server comprising:a determination unit that determines a heat exposure period based on indoor solar irradiance information for each air conditioning target space, the indoor solar irradiance information indicating a transition of solar irradiance measured in an air conditioning target space as a target in which the air conditioner performs air conditioning, and the heat exposure period being a time duration in which an environment in the air conditioning target space is likely to be influenced by solar radiation;a generation unit that generates operation plan information of at least designating a loosening operation period based on the heat exposure period, the loosening operation period being a time duration in which the air conditioner that performs air conditioning for the air conditioning target space is caused to execute the loosening ...

NETWORK SYSTEM

In a network in which devices are classified into a plurality of layers, a physical first line is connected to an outdoor unit and a first indoor unit, which are first-layer devices, and a physical second line is connected to a second indoor unit, which is a second-layer device. A first intermediary unit, which is a first intermediary device, includes a first filter always connected to the first line and the second line. The first intermediary unit communicates with the outdoor unit and the second indoor unit via a first signal. The first filter is installed so as not to attenuate a high-frequency first signal used for communication among the outdoor unit, the first indoor unit, the first intermediary unit, and the second indoor unit and so as to attenuate a low-frequency second signal used for communication between the first intermediary unit and the second indoor unit. 1. A network system comprising:a first-layer device;a first line connected to the first-layer device;a second-layer device;a second line connected to the second-layer device; anda first intermediary device including a first filter always connected to the first line and the second line, the first intermediary device being configured to communicate with the first-layer device and the second-layer device, whereinthe first filter is installed so as not to attenuate a high-frequency first signal used for communication among the first-layer device, the first intermediary device, and the second-layer device and so as to attenuate a low-frequency second signal used for communication between the first intermediary device and the second-layer device, other than the first-layer device.2. The network system according to claim 1 , whereinthe second-layer device is a plurality of indoor units that air-condition an inside of a room.3. The network system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a third-layer device;a third line connected to the third-layer device; anda second intermediary device including a second ...

EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Equipment management system including two or more indoor environment control devices controlling the air environment in an indoor space; and control terminal connected to each of indoor environment control devices and configured to send and receive information to and from them. Control terminal includes external communication unit that communicates with mobile communication device connected through a public line; condition acquiring unit that acquires information related to an operating condition of indoor environment control devices from mobile communication device through external communication unit; operating condition determination unit that determines an operating condition of indoor environment control devices based on information acquired by condition acquiring unit; and control unit that operates indoor environment control devices under the operating condition determined by operating condition determination unit. 1. An equipment management system comprising:a plurality of indoor environment control devices for controlling an air environment in an indoor space; anda control terminal connected to each of the plurality of indoor environment control devices and configured to send and receive information to and from each of the plurality of indoor environment control devices,wherein the control terminal includesan external communication unit configured to communicate, via a public line with a mobile communication device;a condition acquiring unit configured to acquire information related to an operating condition for each of the plurality of indoor environment control devices from the mobile communication device;a operating condition determination unit configured to determine the operating condition of the each of the plurality of indoor environment control devices based on the information acquired by the condition acquiring unit; anda control unit configured to control the each of the plurality of indoor environment control devices under the operating condition ...

Two conductor wireline guided control and an hvac system employing the same

A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system includes a control unit, a central controller coupled to the control unit via a first two-conductor wireline structure, and a plurality of HVAC system components coupled to the central controller via a second two-conductor wireline structure. The central controller is configured to receive, via the first two-conductor wireline structure, control information corresponding to an enclosed space, generate control data, and transmit, via the first two-conductor wireline structure, the control data to at least one of the plurality of HVAC system components to regulate operations thereof.

COMMUNICATION CONTROL SYSTEM AND AIR-CONDITIONING APPARATUS

A dedicated wireless access point is not required, and an air-conditioning apparatus can be paired with a wireless access point simply by operating at hand an operating device that is separate from the air-conditioning apparatus. A remote control () is provided with a pairing request instruction button for instructing an air conditioner () to cause a first communicator serving as a wireless device of the air conditioner () to transmit pairing request data, and upon receiving, from the remote control (), a signal indicating that the pairing request instruction button has been operated, the air conditioner () transmits pairing request data through the first communicator, completes a pairing upon receiving authentication data from a wireless AP (), and connects to the wireless AP (). 1. A communication control system comprising:an air-conditioning apparatus having a wireless device; andan operating device that is capable of wirelessly operating the air-conditioning apparatus,wherein the communication control system controls a connection between the air-conditioning apparatus and a communication network,the operating device is capable of accepting a pairing request operation that causes the wireless device to transmit pairing request data, andupon receiving a signal indicating that the operating device has accepted the pairing request operation, the air-conditioning apparatus causes the wireless device to transmit the pairing request data, completes a pairing upon receiving, from a wireless access point, authentication data corresponding to the pairing request data thus transmitted, and connects the wireless device to the wireless access point.2. The communication control system according to claim 1 , wherein upon receiving claim 1 , from the operating device claim 1 , a signal indicating that the operating device has accepted the pairing request operation in a state where the wireless device is inactive claim 1 , the air-conditioning apparatus activates the wireless ...

ENVIRONMENT CONTROLLER AND METHOD FOR INFERRING ONE OR MORE COMMANDS FOR CONTROLLING AN APPLIANCE TAKING INTO ACCOUNT ROOM CHARACTERISTICS

Method and environment controller for inferring via a neural network one or more commands for controlling an appliance. A predictive model generated by a neural network training engine is stored by the environment controller. The environment controller determines at least one room characteristic. The environment controller receives at least one environmental characteristic value and at least one set point. The environment controller executes a neural network inference engine, which uses the predictive model for inferring the one or more commands for controlling the appliance. The inference is based on the at least one environmental characteristic value, the at least one set point and the at least one room characteristic. The environment controller transmits the one or more commands to the controlled appliance. 1. An environment controller , comprising:a communication interface;memory for storing a predictive model generated by a neural network training engine, the predictive model comprising weights of a neural network determined by the neural network training engine; and receiving at least one room characteristic via one of the communication interface and a user interface of the environment controller, and storing the at least one room characteristic in the memory;', 'receiving via the communication interface a current temperature;', 'receiving via one of the communication interface and the user interface a target temperature;', 'executing a neural network inference engine, the neural network inference engine implementing a neural network using the predictive model for inferring an output based on inputs, the output comprising one or more command for controlling an appliance, the inputs comprising the at least one room characteristic, the current temperature and the target temperature; and', 'transmitting the one or more command to the controlled appliance via the communication interface;', 'wherein the at least one room characteristic used as input of the neural ...

Retrofit register control system

Aspects of the present disclosure include a damper control system having a casing configured to detachably couple from a conventional air register having a damper assembly movably controllable by a manual lever, a motor assembly mounted to the casing, an actuating linkage assembly movably attached to the motor assembly and configured to detachably couple with the manual lever that controls the damper assembly, wherein one or more dampers of the damper assembly are in a closed position when the actuating linkage assembly is in a first position and in an open position when the actuating linkage assembly is in a second position, a memory mounted within the casing, and one or more processors communicatively coupled with the memory and mounted within the casing, the one or more processors being configured to cause the motor assembly to drive the actuating linkage assembly between the first position and the second position.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF PROVIDING OCCUPANT FEEDBACK TO ENABLE SPACE OPTIMIZATION WITHIN THE BUILDING

A computer implemented method for controlling the environmental conditions of a building in accordance with feedback from the occupants of the building is provided. The method includes detecting, by one or more processors, an occupant within a building space, and transmitting, by the one or more processors, a notification message to an occupant device associated with the occupant. The notification message includes a request to provide occupant feedback. The method includes receiving, by the one or more processors, an occupant feedback message from the occupant device. The occupant feedback message includes one or more quality ratings associated with one or more building conditions. The method includes assigning, by the one or more processors, a weighting factor to the occupant feedback message and performing an action to modify at least one of the building conditions responsive to the weighted occupant feedback message. 120-. (canceled)21. A computer implemented method to control environmental conditions of a building in accordance with feedback from occupants of the building , comprising:detecting, by one or more processors, an occupant within a building space;transmitting, by the one or more processors, a notification message to an occupant device associated with the occupant, the notification message comprising a request to provide occupant feedback;starting, by the one or more processors, a notification delay timer to run for a configurable delay period responsive to detecting the occupant within the building space, the notification message transmitted, by the one or more processors, to the occupant device after the configurable delay period has elapsed;receiving, by the one or more processors, an occupant feedback message from the occupant device, the occupant feedback message comprising a plurality of occupant feedback inputs regarding a plurality of building conditions; andperforming, by the one or more processors, an action to modify at least one of the ...

INBUILT PROGRAMMING TOOL FOR USE BY NON-PROGRAMMERS TO ADD INTELLIGENCE TO A BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEM

A plurality of triggers may be presented and a selection of a predefined trigger may be accepted. Corresponding actions for the selected trigger may then be presented and an assignment of building control components may be accepted for the corresponding actions. During subsequent operation of a building automation system, the selected trigger may be detected and the corresponding actions may then be performed on the assigned building control components. 115-. (canceled)16. A building automation system for a building , comprising:an I/O interface for communicating with a plurality of building control components of the building;a user interface; present via the user interface a plurality of predefined triggers;', 'accept a selection of one of the plurality of predefined triggers via the user interface;', 'for the selected one of the plurality of predefined triggers, present via the user interface a plurality of corresponding predefined actions, wherein for each of the plurality of corresponding predefined actions, accept an assignment of one or more of the plurality of building control components; and, 'a controller operatively coupled to the I/O interface and the user interface, the controller configured toduring subsequent operation of the building automation system, the controller is configured to detect an occurrence of the selected one of the predefined triggers, and in response, perform each of the plurality of corresponding predefined actions on each of the one or more assigned building control components.17. The building automation system of claim 16 , wherein the plurality of building control components comprise building control components from two or more different building system categories including a Heating claim 16 , Ventilation and/or Air Conditioning (HVAC) system claim 16 , a security system claim 16 , a fire system claim 16 , an access control system claim 16 , and a lighting system.18. The building automation system of claim 16 , wherein the ...

Air conditioner and method for operating an air conditioner

An air conditioner that stores data through communication between a plurality of air conditioner devices and a method for operating an air conditioner are provided. Data regarding power consumption quantities of a plurality of outdoor devices may be accumulatively stored in a state in which an additional data collecting device or an additional storage device is not connected to the plurality of outdoor devices, and the data regarding power consumption quantities of the outdoor devices may be transmitted to a device further connected to the plurality of outdoor devices. Consequently, it is possible to utilize data regarding power consumption of the air conditioner, set a target value based on the power consumption of the air conditioner, easily determine a power consumption pattern, and easily take measures to save energy.

AIR CONDITIONING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

An air conditioning management system is configured to manage a plurality of air conditioners as management targets. The air conditioning management system includes a controller connected to the air conditioners, and a server apparatus connected to the controller. The controller is configured to execute a management program to manage the air conditioners. The server apparatus is configured to provide the controller with an air conditioner data model as a collection of data on the air conditioners to be referred to in the management program. The air conditioner data model is information on the air conditioners to be referred to in the management program. The air conditioner data model is provided for each type of the air conditioners. The air conditioner data model stores information on the air conditioners for each of data items. 1. An air conditioning management system configured to manage a plurality of air conditioners as management targets , the air conditioning management system comprising:a controller connected to the air conditioners, the controller being configured to execute a management program to manage the air conditioners; anda server apparatus connected to the controller, the server apparatus being configured to provide the controller with an air conditioner data model as a collection of data on the air conditioners to be referred to in the management program;the air conditioner data model being information on the air conditioners to be referred to in the management program,the air conditioner data model being provided for each type of the air conditioners, andthe air conditioner data model storing information on the air conditioners for each of data items.2. The air conditioning management system according to claim 1 , whereinthe information on the air conditioners includes information on attributes of the air conditioners.3. The air conditioning management system according to claim 2 , whereinthe information on the attributes includes information on ...

THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY WITH REMOVABLE TRIM RING

A thermostat assembly includes a thermostat and a trim ring. The thermostat includes a user interface, a thermostat housing having a front portion with a front portion side wall and a back portion with a back portion side wall, the back portion side wall being offset from the front portion side wall, and a controller disposed within the thermostat housing and operably coupled to the user interface, the controller configured to accept input from a user via the user interface and provide one or more control signals to control the HVAC system. The trim ring includes an outer surface that transitions from a larger back side profile to a smaller front side profile. A front side of the trim ring includes a thermostat recess that is configured to receive at least part of the back portion of the thermostat. 1. A thermostat assembly for controlling an HVAC system , the thermostat assembly comprising: a user interface;', 'a thermostat housing having a front portion with a front portion side wall and a back portion with a back portion side wall, wherein the back portion side wall is offset from the front portion side wall, the user interface accessible from a position exterior the front portion;', 'a controller disposed within the thermostat housing and operably coupled to the user interface, the controller configured to accept input from a user via the user interface and provide one or more control signals to control the HVAC system;, 'a thermostat including an outer surface that transitions from a larger back side profile to a smaller front side profile; and', 'the front side of the trim ring including a thermostat recess that is configured to receive at least part of the back portion of the thermostat., 'a trim ring with a front side and a back side, wherein the back side is configured to face a mounting wall and the front side is configured to receive at least part of the back portion of the thermostat, the trim ring including2. The thermostat assembly of claim 1 , wherein ...

Data Sending Method, Multi-Connected System, Electronic Device and Storage Medium

Disclosed are a data sending method, a multi-connected system, an electronic device and a storage medium. The method includes: receiving data sent by a first specified line controller in a system; determining a specified device corresponding to the first specified line controller according to a pre-stored pairing relationship between the first specified line controller and a specified device and the first specified line controller, wherein the specified device includes an indoor unit and a second specified line controller, wherein the second specified line controller is different from the first specified line controller; and sending the data to the determined specified device. A plurality of line controllers can control one indoor unit.

Communication module, multi-type air conditioning apparatus using the same, and control method thereof

A multi-type air conditioning apparatus including an outdoor unit, indoor units, and a communication line, each of the outdoor unit and the indoor units including a communicator transmitting/receiving data through the communication line and a controller transmitting at least one preamble signal, including priority information to transmit the data using the communication line, through the communication line, and transmitting the data through the communication line when transmission of the at least one preamble signal has been completed. In the multi-type air conditioning apparatus, each of the outdoor unit and the indoor units selects a priority set time, transmits a preamble signal after the selected priority set time has elapsed, and delays data transmission when a preamble signal transmitted by another constituent unit is sensed during the priority set time, thus avoiding collision on the communication line and rapidly occupying the communication line.

HVAC CONTROLLER WITH PREDICTIVE COST OPTIMIZATION

A controller for heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including a processing circuit configured to perform a first optimization to generate a first set of control decisions for HVAC equipment including waterside HVAC equipment that consume resources from utility providers to generate a heated or chilled fluid and airside HVAC equipment that receive and use the fluid from the waterside HVAC equipment to heat or cool a supply of airflow for a building. The processing circuit is configured to perform a second optimization subject to a constraint based on a result of the first optimization to generate a second set of control decisions for the HVAC equipment and to combine the first and second sets to generate a combined set of control decisions for the HVAC equipment. The processing circuit is configured to operate the HVAC equipment in accordance with the combined set of control decisions. 1. A controller for heating , ventilation , or air conditioning (HVAC) equipment , the controller comprising a processing circuit configured to:perform a first optimization to generate a first set of control decisions at a plurality of time steps for HVAC equipment comprising waterside HVAC equipment that consume one or more resources from utility providers to generate a heated or chilled fluid and airside HVAC equipment that receive the heated or chilled fluid from the waterside HVAC equipment and use the heated or chilled fluid to heat or cool a supply of airflow for a building;perform a second optimization subject to a constraint based on a result of the first optimization to generate a second set of control decisions for the HVAC equipment;combine the first set of control decisions and the second set of control decisions to generate a combined set of control decisions for the HVAC equipment, the second set of control decisions at least partially overriding the first set of control decisions in the combined set of control decisions; andoperate the HVAC ...

THERMOSTAT WITH SEGMENTED DISPLAY

A control device for a building includes a segment display. The segment display includes a first character comprising at least seven segments, a second character comprising at least nine segments proximate to the first character, and a connecting character comprising at least two segments located between the first and second character. The control device further includes a processing circuit that, in a first operation, illuminates at least one segment of each of the first character, the second character, and the connecting character to form a first letter and, in a second operation, illuminates at least one segment of each of the first character, the second character, and the connecting character to form a second letter. 1. A control device for a building , the control device comprising: a first character comprising at least seven segments;', 'a second character comprising at least nine segments proximate to the first character; and', 'a connecting character comprising at least two segments located between the first character and the second character; and, 'a segment display comprising in a first operation, illuminate at least one segment of each of the first character, the second character, and the connecting character to form a first letter; and', 'in a second operation, illuminate at least one segment of each of the first character, the second character, and the connecting character to form a second letter., 'a processing circuit configured to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein:the control device is a thermostat, andilluminating at least one segment of each of the first character, the second character, and the connecting character to form the first letter further comprises illuminating the letter “M.”3. The device of claim 1 , wherein illuminating at least one segment of each of the first character claim 1 , the second character claim 1 , and the connecting character to form the second letter further comprises illuminating the letter “W.”4. The device of claim 1 , ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AGENT BASED BUILDING SIMULATION FOR OPTIMAL CONTROL

A system for a building management system simulation includes one or more processors and memory. The memory includes instructions stored thereon, that when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to generate a space agent representing a space in a building, the space agent to maintain an environmental condition of the space based on an optimization state of the space, generate an equipment agent representing a device that serves the space, and register the space agent and the equipment agent to a space communication channel associated with the space. The space agent communicates with the equipment agent over the space communication channel. 120-. (canceled)21. A building system comprising one or more memory devices storing instructions thereon that , when executed by one or more processors , cause the one or more processors to:receive data describing a building from a database, the data describing the building comprising an indication of a piece of building equipment;generate a digital twin to provide a representation of the piece of building equipment based on the indication of the piece of building equipment in the data, the digital twin comprising an agent that performs one or more operations to update operation of the piece of building equipment; anddeploy the digital twin and execute the agent to perform the one or more operations to update the operation of the piece of building equipment.22. The building system of claim 21 , wherein the instructions cause the one or more processors to:generate a second digital twin to provide a representation of an entity of the building based on an indication of the entity in the data, the second digital twin comprising a second agent that performs one or more operations for the entity; andregister the agent and the second agent to a communication channel.23. The building system of claim 21 , wherein the instructions cause the one or more processors to:identify a space indicated by the data; ...

SYSTEM FOR PERSONALIZED INDOOR MICROCLIMATES

A network of wireless remote climate sensors in a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system permits the creation of personalized microclimates within an enclosed space. In addition to collecting temperature and humidity data, the wireless remote climate sensors can detect whether the enclosed space is occupied by a human. Human detection is made possible by optional cameras, microphones, and gas sensors on the wireless remote climate sensors. As the human moves throughout the enclosed space, the HVAC system is able to track the human's movement using the wireless remote climate sensors. The HVAC system may adjust airflow to different portions of the enclosed space based on the human's location. The result is an efficient use of system resources to keep users at their ideal temperature. 1. A system for establishing a personalized microclimate in an enclosed space , comprising: a variable damper, wherein the first variable damper controls the flow of air through a first air duct outlet,', 'a first wireless remote sensor, the first wireless remote sensor comprising a thermometer, hygrometer, and a human recognition sensor;', 'a second wireless remote, the second wireless remote sensor comprising a thermometer, hygrometer, and a human recognition sensor;, 'a zone comprising a memory configured to store a plurality of climate profiles, wherein each climate profile comprises a desired temperature, a desired humidity, and at least one user identifier;', receive, from the first wireless remote sensor, the identification of the human in the zone;', 'receive, from the first and second wireless remote sensors, measurements of the temperature and the humidity in the zone;', 'search for a match between the identification of the human in the zone with a first user identifier in a first climate profile;', compare the desired temperature and humidity in the first climate profile with the temperature and humidity measured by the first and second wireless remote ...

AIR MODULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for modulation of airflow within an existing air conditioning system are described. The existing system includes an air conditioning or HVAC unit coupled with air supply and return ducts. Motorized dampers can be controlled by a controller that receives information about various rooms and areas from temperature and occupancy sensors within those rooms or areas. In this manner, conditioned air can be directed to those rooms that are occupied and whose temperature needs correction based on a thermostat setting. 1. A system for modulating air flow within a structure comprising multiple rooms and having an air conditioning unit that feeds conditioned air to a branched air duct having a plurality of outlets , and receives air from a return duct , comprising:a first motorized damper configured to control air flow to a first room of the structure;a first temperature sensor disposed in the first room;a first occupancy sensor disposed in the first room;a controller communicatively coupled with the first temperature and occupancy sensors, such that information from the first temperature and occupancy sensors can be received by the controller;wherein the controller is communicatively coupled with the first motorized damper; andwherein the controller is configured to send a command signal to the first motorized damper based at least in part on the received information from the first temperature and occupancy sensors to cause the first motorized damper to open and permit air flow to the first room.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is not communicatively coupled with the air conditioning unit of the structure.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first motorized damper is disposed at a first outlet of the branched air duct at the first room.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the first motorized damper is incorporated into a grille disposed at the first outlet.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a pressure sensor disposed within the ...

Air conditioning system and communication method

A wireless terminal performs communication setting processing in response to connection processing from an air conditioning management apparatus. The air conditioning management apparatus sends, to a wireless terminal, a wireless communication electronic message in which an air conditioning communication electronic message is packaged. Upon receipt of the wireless communication electronic message, the wireless terminal converts the content of the communication. Upon receipt of the air conditioning communication electronic message, an air conditioner executes a request command described in the air conditioning communication electronic message. Upon receipt of the air conditioning communication electronic message, the wireless terminal converts the content of the communication. Upon receipt of the wireless communication electronic message, the air conditioning management apparatus performs response reception processing.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A SINGLE-ZONE CLIMATE CONDITIONING SYSTEM IN A MULTI-ZONED MANNER

Systems and methods are provided for monitoring and controlling one or more environmental conditions of a building. The method comprises obtaining feedback from a first sensor at a first location within the building and feedback from a second sensor at a second location within the building. The method further comprises combining the feedback from the first sensor with the feedback from the second sensor in a weighted manner to generate a combined feedback, wherein a weight of the feedback from the first sensor relative to a weight of the feedback from the second sensor is based on a time of day. The method finally comprises operating HVAC equipment to drive the combined feedback toward a setpoint for the building. 1. A method for monitoring and controlling one or more environmental conditions of a building , the method comprising:obtaining feedback from a first sensor at a first location within the building and feedback from a second sensor at a second location within the building;combining the feedback from the first sensor with the feedback from the second sensor in a weighted manner to generate a combined feedback, wherein a weight of the feedback from the first sensor relative to a weight of the feedback from the second sensor is based on a time of day;operating HVAC equipment to drive the combined feedback toward a setpoint for the building.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining a predicted occupancy of the first location and the second location based on the time of day; andadjusting at least one of the weight of the feedback from the first sensor or the weight of the feedback from the second sensor using the predicted occupancy.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining a difference between the feedback from the first sensor and the feedback from the second sensor; andoperating the HVAC equipment to reduce the difference between the feedback from the first sensor and the feedback from the second sensor in response to the ...

AIR CONDITIONER MANAGEMENT DEVICE, AND AIR CONDITIONER MANAGEMENT SCREEN GENERATION METHOD

An air conditioner management device that has a plurality of air conditioners as management targets, includes: a displayed-information generation unit that, as for the plurality of air conditioners, generates display information on a summary screen including mode-specific working unit number information indicating the number of air conditioners currently in an ON state in each set working mode and mode-specific stopped unit number information indicating the number of air conditioners currently in an OFF state in each set working mode; and a display unit that displays the display information generated by the displayed-information generation unit. 1. An air conditioner management device that has a plurality of air conditioners as management targets , comprising:a displayed-information generation unit that, as for the plurality of air conditioners, generates display information on a summary screen including mode-specific working unit number information indicating the number of air conditioners currently in an ON state in each set working mode and mode-specific stopped unit number information indicating the number of air conditioners currently in an OFF state in each set working mode; anda display unit that displays the display information generated by the displayed-information generation unit.2. The air conditioner management device according to claim 1 , wherein the working mode set to the air conditioners in the OFF state is the working modes in which the air conditioners have worked most recently claim 1 , or the working mode changed after the air conditioners have turned into the OFF state.3. The air conditioner management device according to claim 1 , whereinthe display unit is formed of a touch panel that displays the display information generated by the displayed-information generation unit and detects a touch operation performed at any position in the display information displayed,the displayed-information generation unit generates the summary screen further ...

VARIABLE AIR VOLUME MODELING FOR AN HVAC SYSTEM

A method for analytics in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) is described. Operation of an air-handling unit in an HVAC system is measured, including fan speed, pressure, power input, and flow. The measurements are transmitted to a processor, which analyzes the operation of the air-handling unit. The analysis includes optimizing a heuristic model of air handling in the HVAC system based on a combination of two or more of the fan speed, pressure, power input, or flow, and determining, based on the optimized heuristic model, a diversity from a fan flow set point and a fan designed maximum flow. A display presents an indication of a mismatch of a fan with a space based on the diversity. 1. A method for analytics in heating , ventilation , and air conditioning (HVAC) , the method comprising:measuring operation of an air-handling unit in an HVAC system, the measuring including fan speed, pressure, power input, and flow;transmitting measurements from the measuring to a processor; optimizing a heuristic model of air handling in the HVAC system based on a combination of two or more of the fan speed, pressure, power input, or flow; and', 'determining, based on the optimized heuristic model, a diversity from a fan flow set point and a fan designed maximum flow;, 'analyzing, by the processor, the operation of the air-handling unit bypresenting, on a display, an indication of a mismatch of a fan with a space of based on the diversity.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising controlling the HVAC system based on settings of the air handling in the HVAC system determined based on the diversity.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the heuristic model comprises a physic-based model claim 1 , and wherein optimizing comprises iteratively solving with neighbor searching or local minimization of the physis-based model.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the heuristic model comprises a machine-learnt classifier claim 1 , and wherein ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONFIGURING AND COMMUNICATING WITH HVAC DEVICES

A sensor in a building HVAC system includes a transducer configured to measure a variable in the building HVAC system and to generate a sensor reading indicating a value of the measured variable. The sensor includes a communications interface configured to provide the sensor reading to a control device in the building HVAC system and a near field communication (NFC) circuit separate from the communications interface. The NFC circuit is configured to facilitate bidirectional NFC data communications between the sensor and a mobile device. The sensor includes a processing circuit having a processor and memory. The processing circuit is configured to wirelessly transmit data stored in the memory of the sensor to the mobile device via the NFC circuit, wirelessly receive data from the mobile device via the NFC circuit, and store the data received from the mobile device in the memory of the sensor. 1. A method of configuring an actuator using a mobile device , the method comprising:receiving a plurality of configuration parameters associated with the actuator at the mobile device via near field communication (NFC);displaying at least a portion of the plurality of configuration parameters on a display of the mobile device;receiving a configuration parameter update at the mobile device, the configuration parameter update replacing or modifying at least one of the plurality of configuration parameters;transmitting the configuration parameter update to the actuator via NFC.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of configuration parameters includes at least one of a set point claim 1 , a travel time claim 1 , and an operational mode claim 1 , the operational mode identifying one of a direct action mode and a reverse action mode.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of configuration parameters includes at least two of a set point claim 1 , a travel time claim 1 , and an operational mode claim 1 , the operational mode identifying one of a direct action mode ...

TECHNOLOGIES FOR OPTIMALLY INDIVIDUALIZED BUILDING AUTOMATION

A method for a building automation system to control a comfort level in a building includes tracking a building occupant's activity data using a wearable activity tracker. A smartphone is coupled to the wearable activity tracker. Activity data is collected from the wearable activity tracker using a smartphone app operating on the building occupant's smartphone, and a comfort value is determined using the smartphone app based on the activity data. A report of the comfort value is transmitted to a building automation system (BAS) app from the smartphone, and the output of a building system is controlled based on the comfort value. 1. A method for a building automation system (BAS) to control a comfort level in a building , comprising:tracking activity data relating to a building occupant using a wearable activity tracker;coupling a smartphone associated with the building occupant to the wearable activity tracker;collecting the activity data from the wearable activity tracker using a smartphone app operating on the smartphone;determining a comfort value using the smartphone app based on the activity data;transmitting a report of the comfort value to a building automation system app from the smartphone; andcontrolling an output of a heating, ventilation and/or air conditioning system based on the comfort value.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising registering the smartphone with the BAS app.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the comfort value is transmitted anonymously.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining a location of the building occupant claim 1 , and transmitting the location to the BAS app.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the comfort value includes the building occupant overriding a machine-determined comfort value and manually entering a desired comfort value.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the activity data includes biological data.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the BAS app sending a push ...

Wireless Communication Subsystem with a Digital Interface

Systems and methods are disclosed which provide wireless communication systems implementing subsystems adapted for flexible deployment configurations and to resist the introduction of interference. Preferred embodiments of the present invention provide a wireless communication system configuration in which an ODU subsystem is coupled to an IDU subsystem using a fiber optic link. According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an ODU subsystem is adapted to provide conversion between digital and analog to thereby facilitate the use of a digital link between the ODU subsystem and a corresponding IDU subsystem. Embodiments of the present invention utilize a plurality of ODU subsystems configured according to the present invention to provide wireless communication coverage of a service area, such as to provide a wireless application termination system (WATS) hub for use in providing wireless communication links with respect to a plurality of subscriber units.

MULTI AIR CONDITIONER

Electricity wasting due to an unnecessary operation is prevented and the usability is improved. A multi air conditioner includes an outdoor unit, a first indoor unit and a second indoor unit. The first indoor unit and the second indoor unit are connected to the outdoor unit and are respectively disposed in different rooms. When the first indoor unit is operated based on a first operating mode, if an operation start instruction based on a second operating mode which is different from the first operating mode is sent to the second indoor unit from a remote controller without using an internet (S: YES, S: NO), the first indoor unit becomes an operation stop state and the second indoor unit starts an operation based on the second operating mode on condition that the last instruction to the first indoor unit is sent from a smart phone via the internet (S: YES) (S). 1. A multi air conditioner comprising an outdoor unit , a first indoor unit and a second indoor unit , the first indoor unit and the second indoor unit being connected to the outdoor unit and being respectively disposed in different rooms , wherein , when the first indoor unit is operated based on a first operating mode , if an operation start instruction based on a second operating mode is sent to the second indoor unit from a terminal device without using an internet , the first operating mode and the second operating mode being different from each other and being respectively selected from a plurality of operating modes , the first indoor unit becomes an operation stop state and the second indoor unit starts an operation based on the second operating mode on condition that the last instruction to the first indoor unit is sent from a portable terminal using an internet.2. The multi air conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the terminal device is a remote controller which is connected to the second indoor unit in a communicable manner claim 1 , and is configured to send an instruction signal to ...

AUTO ADDRESSING FOR HVAC UNITS

According to certain embodiments, a system comprises a primary unit and a plurality of secondary units each having a unique unit number. The primary unit is configured to communicate a command to each secondary unit with instructions to reply during a time window. The primary unit is also configured to receive a reply communication indicating the secondary unit's unique unit number from at least one of the secondary units, and determine an address to assign to the replying secondary unit based at least in part on the received unique unit number. 120-. (canceled)21. A secondary unit for use in a heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system , the secondary unit comprising:a refrigeration component; anda secondary unit controller; receive a first command from a primary unit, the first command comprising an instruction to reply during a time window;', 'determine a time slot within the time window, the time slot determined based on a unique unit number of the secondary unit; and', 'send a reply communication to the primary unit within the determined time slot, the reply communication indicating the unique unit number of the secondary unit., 'wherein the secondary unit is configured to22. The secondary unit of claim 21 , the secondary unit further configured to:receive an assignment communication from the primary unit, the assignment communication indicating an address that the primary unit has assigned to the secondary unit based at least in part on the unique unit number indicated in the reply communication; andsave the address that the primary unit has assigned to the secondary unit.23. The secondary unit of claim 22 , the secondary unit further configured to:receive an HVAC-related configuration from the primary unit;determine whether the HVAC-related configuration received from the primary unit is addressed to the address that the primary unit has assigned to the secondary unit; andin response to determining that the HVAC-related configuration is addressed ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING IMAGES TO MULTIPLE PROGRAMMABLE SMART THERMOSTATS

A system includes a plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats positioned within at least one of a first home environment and a second home environment, a plurality of communication devices configured to operate an electronic media sharing application, and at least one server configured to communicate with the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats and the plurality of communication devices via a wireless network. A user initiates the electronic media sharing application on at least one of the plurality of communication devices. A touch-screen display of the at least one communication device demonstrates the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats positioned within the first and second home environments and at least one user-selected electronic media is simultaneously uploaded to at least one of the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats responsive to a user selection of a region on the touch-screen display. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats positioned within at least one of a first home environment and a second home environment;a plurality of communication devices configured to provide options to a user for uploading at least one user-selected electronic media using an electronic media sharing application;at least one server configured to communicate with the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats and the plurality of communication devices;wherein a touch-screen display of the at least one communication device demonstrates the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats positioned within the first and second home environments; andwherein the at least one user-selected electronic media is simultaneously uploaded to the plurality of programmable intelligent thermostats responsive to a singular swipe by the user on at least one region of a plurality of regions of the touch-screen display.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein each region of the plurality of regions designates ...

HVAC CONTROLLER WITH A ZONE COMMISSIONING MODE

An HVAC controller may have an operational mode in which the HVAC controller provides operational instructions, and a commissioning mode in which a plurality of wireless devices can be enrolled. While in the commissioning mode, the HVAC controller is configured to accept a first input from a user via the user interface that designates a first zone of the plurality of zones and causes each of two or more first wireless devices that are subsequently placed in an enrollment mode by the user to be enrolled in the first zone, and to subsequently accept a second input from the user via the user interface that designates a second zone of the plurality of zones and causes each of two or more second wireless devices that are subsequently placed in an enrollment mode by the user to be enrolled in the second zone. 1. A Heating , Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) controller configured to control a zoned HVAC system that includes a plurality of wireless devices divided into a plurality of zones within a building supported by the zoned HVAC system , the HVAC controller comprising:a housing;a user interface accessible from an exterior of the housing;a controller operably coupled to the user interface, the controller configured to include: (1) an operational mode in which the controller provides operational instructions to the zoned HVAC system; and (2) a commissioning mode in which the plurality of wireless devices can be enrolled into a particular zone of the plurality of zones;while in the commissioning mode, the controller is configured: (1) to accept a first input from a user via the user interface that designates a first zone of the plurality of zones and causes each of two or more first wireless devices that are subsequently placed in an enrollment mode by the user to be enrolled in the first zone; and (2) to accept a second input from the user via the user interface that designates a second zone of the plurality of zones and causes each of two or more second wireless ...

ENVIRONMENT CONTROLLER AND METHOD FOR INFERRING ONE OR MORE COMMANDS FOR CONTROLLING AN APPLIANCE TAKING INTO ACCOUNT ROOM CHARACTERISTICS

Method and environment controller for inferring via a neural network one or more commands for controlling an appliance. A predictive model generated by a neural network training engine is stored by the environment controller. The environment controller determines at least one room characteristic. The environment controller receives at least one environmental characteristic value and at least one set point. The environment controller executes a neural network inference engine, which uses the predictive model for inferring the one or more commands for controlling the appliance. The inference is based on the at least one environmental characteristic value, the at least one set point and the at least one room characteristic. The environment controller transmits the one or more commands to the controlled appliance. 1. An environment controller , comprising:a communication interface;memory for storing a predictive model generated by a neural network training engine; and determining at least one room characteristic;', 'receiving at least one environmental characteristic value via the communication interface;', 'receiving at least one set point via at least one of the communication interface and a user interface of the environment controller;', 'executing a neural network inference engine using the predictive model for inferring one or more commands for controlling an appliance based on the at least one environmental characteristic value, the at least one set point and the at least one room characteristic; and', 'transmitting the one or more commands to the controlled appliance via the communication interface., 'a processing unit for2. The environment controller of claim 1 , wherein the at least one room characteristic comprises at least one of the following: a room type identifier selected among a plurality of room type identifiers claim 1 , one or more geometric characteristics of the room claim 1 , and a human activity in the room.3. The environment controller of claim 1 ...

ANALYZING SETS OF ALTITUDE DATA FROM MOBILE DEVICE GROUPS TO DETECT THAT A STATE OF AN AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM HAS CHANGED

Disclosed is an approach for detecting that a state of an air-conditioning system in a building has changed and ultimately determining the air-conditioning system's operating pattern, which could help improve collection and/or use of crowdsourced data for an indoor positioning solution and thus lead to more accurate position estimates. According to the disclosed approach, processor(s) may receive sets of altitude data respectively from groups of mobile devices in the building, each set being associated with a respective time period, and could determine floor models of the building respectively based on the sets. Then, processor(s) could make a determination that at least one of the floor models is different from others, and could use this determination to detect that a state of the air-conditioning system has changed during particular time period(s), which are associated with set(s) of altitude data used to determine the at least one floor model. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by one or more processors, sets of altitude data respectively from groups of mobile devices located in a building, each set of altitude data being associated with a respective time period;determining, by the one or more processors, a plurality of floor models of the building respectively based at least on the sets of altitude data;making a determination, by the one or more processors, that at least one of the plurality of floor models is substantially different from other floor models of the plurality; andbased at least on the determination, detecting, by the one or more processors, that a state of an air-conditioning system in the building has changed during one or more particular time periods, the one or more particular time periods being associated with one or more sets of altitude data that were used as basis to determine the at least one floor model.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each set of altitude data comprises pressure data representing one or more pressure measurements for ...

CENTRALIZED AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM CAPABLE OF REMOTELY CONTROLLING VIABLE AIR VOLUME DIFFUSER OF THERMAL DRIVING METHOD

A centralized automatic control system comprises a master diffuser including a room temperature sensing unit including a room temperature sensor, a supply air temperature sensing unit including a supply air temperature sensor, a sensor box unit and a controller provided with a hot-wire unit to which power is supplied, a piston connected to the hot-wire unit, a supply air damper connected to the piston, and a discharge port connected to the supply air damper to be opened and closed. 1. A centralized automatic control system capable of remotely controlling a variable air volume diffuser of a thermal driving method , the system comprising:a master diffuser includinga room temperature sensing unit including a room temperature sensor,a supply air temperature sensing unit including a supply air temperature sensor,a sensor box unit and a controller provided with a hot-wire unit to which power is supplied,a piston connected to the hot-wire unit,a supply air damper connected to the piston, anda discharge port connected to the supply air damper to be opened and closed;a remote control unit included in a building automation system (BAS) and installed with control software to monitor room temperature sensed by the master diffuser and supply air temperature of supply air supplied into a room and input a preset temperature into the master diffuser; anda second diffuser installed with a terminal box unit and operating in subordination to the master diffuser, whereinthe room temperature is adjusted to the set temperature bycalculating a needed heat value corresponding to a difference between the room temperature measured by the room temperature sensing unit and the set temperature previously set by the remote control unit,supplying power to the hot-wire unit of the master diffuser to generate low heat corresponding to the needed heat value,varying a distance of reciprocating movement of the piston connected to the hot-wire unit,controlling an opening angle of the supply air damper ...

Extracting and publishing point data from a building site model

Operating heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems using occupancy sensing are described herein. One device includes instructions which cause a processor to receive building information including information defining a plurality of spaces of a building, occupancy sensing system information describing a location of each of a plurality of occupancy sensing system fixtures with respect to a representation of the building, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system information describing a relationship between the plurality of spaces and a plurality of HVAC devices installed in the building, create a mapping between a space of the plurality of spaces, a fixture of the plurality of fixtures, and an HVAC device of the plurality of HVAC devices based on the building information, and modify an operation of the HVAC device based on the mapping and responsive to a determination of occupancy in the space by the fixture.

Wireless Communication Subsystem With a Digital Interface

Systems and methods are disclosed which provide wireless communication systems implementing subsystems adapted for flexible deployment configurations and to resist the introduction of interference. Preferred embodiments of the present invention provide a wireless communication system configuration in which an ODU subsystem is coupled to an IDU subsystem using a fiber optic link. According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an ODU subsystem is adapted to provide conversion between digital and analog to thereby facilitate the use of a digital link between the ODU subsystem and a corresponding IDU subsystem. Embodiments of the present invention utilize a plurality of ODU subsystems configured according to the present invention to provide wireless communication coverage of a service area, such as to provide a wireless application termination system (WATS) hub for use in providing wireless communication links with respect to a plurality of subscriber units.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF PROVIDING OCCUPANT FEEDBACK TO ENABLE SPACE OPTIMIZATION WITHIN THE BUILDING

A computer implemented method for controlling the environmental conditions of a building in accordance with feedback from the occupants of the building is provided. The method includes detecting, by one or more processors, an occupant within a building space, and transmitting, by the one or more processors, a notification message to an occupant device associated with the occupant. The notification message includes a request to provide occupant feedback. The method includes receiving, by the one or more processors, an occupant feedback message from the occupant device. The occupant feedback message includes one or more quality ratings associated with one or more building conditions. The method includes assigning, by the one or more processors, a weighting factor to the occupant feedback message and performing an action to modify at least one of the building conditions responsive to the weighted occupant feedback message. 1. A computer implemented method of controlling the environmental conditions of a building in accordance with feedback from the occupants of the building , the method comprising:detecting, by one or more processors, an occupant within a building space;transmitting, by the one or more processors, a notification message to an occupant device associated with the occupant, the notification message comprising a request to provide occupant feedback;receiving, by the one or more processors, an occupant feedback message from the occupant device, the occupant feedback message comprising a plurality of occupant feedback inputs regarding a plurality of building conditions;assigning, by the one or more processors, a weighting factor to the occupant feedback message to form a weighted occupant feedback message; andperforming, by the one or more processors, an action to modify at least one of the plurality of building conditions responsive to the weighted occupant feedback message.2. The method of claim 1 , comprising:the notification message transmitted, by the ...

INDICATOR NETWORK FOR MANAGING VENTILATION, HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS OF BUILDINGS

An air processing system is provided that is configured to monitor and control the quality and temperature of air within a building. The air processing system includes at least one temperature adjustment assembly (e.g., a heating/cooling system) used to heat or cool the air within the building and at least one dedicated outdoor air system ventilator used to circulate fresh air within the building wherein the air processing system is separate from the temperature adjustment assembly. The air processing system also includes an intelligent gateway formed as part of the ventilator and connected to the temperature adjustment assembly and the ventilator so as to monitor and control their operating conditions. The intelligent gateway may send the operating conditions and any sensor measurements to a cloud computing server that a user or technician can use to interface with the air processing system. 1. An intelligent gateway coupled to at least one ventilator and at least one temperature adjustment assembly , wherein the ventilator is configured to circulate fresh air into buildings , and the temperature adjustment assembly is configured to condition the air within the buildings , wherein the intelligent gateway is configured to: wherein the indicator is identified using an indicator identifier in a specification data structure maintained by the intelligent gateway, and', 'wherein the device comprises one or more sensors;, 'receive an updated value of an indicator from a device communicatively coupled to a building,'}identify, using the specification data structure, a set of parent indicators associated with the indicator using the indicator identifier; and compute a revised value of the parent indicator using the updated value of the indicator; and', 'generate an alert associated with the parent indicator using the computed revised value of the parent indicator and one or more rules defined in the specification data structure., 'for each parent indicator in the set of ...

AIR CONDITIONER AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Disclosed is an air conditioner and a control method thereof, the air conditioner where a plurality of units is connected wirelessly to receive and transmit data with each other, and the control method in which an address is set in a wireless communication method using an initially set basic channel, a group is set in response to a response signal, and communication is performed with an indoor unit belonging into the same group through a new channel. Accordingly, the plurality of units in the air conditioner is able to receive and transmit data with each other wirelessly, and a group is set with respect to multiple units so that the multiple units are able to communicate with each other directly. Additionally, because a group is able to be easily set with respected to units connected via a pipe by setting a channel, it is possible to reduce a time for setting wireless communication and make the communication setting accurate. The present disclosure allows units to communicate using a different channel according to which group each unit belongs to, thereby preventing intervention between groups and malfunction of units. 1. An air conditioner comprising:a plurality of outdoor units that includes a first outdoor unit; anda plurality of indoor units connected to one of the plurality of outdoor units via a refrigerant pipe, wirelessly transmit an address setting signal to the plurality of indoor units using an initially set channel,', 'receive a response signal from at least one of the plurality of indoor units,', 'determine that a first indoor unit, from which the response signal is received from among the plurality of indoor units, is an indoor unit coupled to the first outdoor unit via the refrigerant pipe,', 'set a first group associated with the first indoor unit,', 'search for a new channel for the set first group, and', 'the first output unit to communicate, through the new channel, with at least the first indoor unit associated with the first group., 'wherein the ...

AIR CIRCULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for air flow circulation are described which utilize one or more air conditioning units as well as transfer grilles to move cooler air from one space to another. The transfer grilles can include bi-directional in-line fans to move air between spaces in discrete ducts located between the spaces. Motorized dampers can be controlled by a controller that receives information about various rooms and areas from temperature and occupancy sensors within those rooms or areas. In this manner, conditioned air can be directed to those rooms that are occupied and whose temperature needs correction based on a thermostat setting, and use of the air conditioning unit can be avoided when a cool air source is present in another space. 1. A system for circulating airflow within a structure having first and second rooms , and having an air conditioning unit that supplies cool air to the first and second rooms via a duct that connects the air conditioning unit with first and second outlets disposed at the first and second rooms , respectively , and wherein the first and second rooms are connected by a transfer grille , the system comprising:first and second dampers disposed at the first and second outlets, each of which is configured to control air flow to the first and second rooms, respectively;first and second first temperature sensors disposed in the first and second rooms;a bi-directional inline fan disposed within the transfer grille;a controller communicatively coupled with the first and second dampers, the first and second temperature sensors, and the inline fan; andwherein the controller is configured to receive information from the first and second temperature sensors, and send a signal to the inline fan to modulate an airflow between the first and second rooms while the air conditioning unit is powered off.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the signal causes the inline fan to move air from the first room to the second room.3. The system of claim 1 , ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AIR CONDITIONER IN AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

The disclosure relates to a sensor network, machine type communication (MTC), machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, and technology for internet of things (IoT). A method of a server is provided. The method includes determining a target temperature range to be applied to a first zone; predicting an indoor temperature for each of a plurality of zones included in a second zone in which the first zone is included; predicting efficiency of at least one first outdoor unit connected to first indoor units installed at the second zone; and controlling operations of the first indoor units based on the target temperature range, the indoor temperature for each of the plurality of zones, and the efficiency of at least one first outdoor unit. 1. A method of a server in an air conditioning system , comprising:determining a target temperature range to be applied to a first zone as a zone for which air conditioning is to be controlled;predicting an indoor temperature for each of a plurality of zones included in a second zone in which the first zone is included;predicting efficiency of at least one first outdoor unit connected to first indoor units installed at the second zone; andcontrolling operations of the first indoor units based on the target temperature range, the indoor temperature for each of the plurality of zones, and the efficiency of at least one first outdoor unit.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling operations of the first indoor units comprises controlling the operations of the first indoor units such that the efficiency of the at least one first outdoor unit is increased.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the efficiency of the at least one first outdoor unit includes operation efficiency of the at least one first outdoor unit and an operating ratio of the at least one first outdoor unit claim 1 ,wherein the operation efficiency of the at least one first outdoor unit includes a ratio of consumed power of the at least one first outdoor unit to a difference ...

User control device with in-home monitoring

A space controller includes a housing, a sensor, a communications interface, a camera lens, a camera, a display, and a processing circuit. The sensor and the communications interface are coupled to the housing. The sensor is configured to generate sensor data that is indicative of a condition of an environment surrounding the housing. The communications interface is configured to communicate with a controlled device. The camera and the processing circuit are positioned within the housing. In particular, the camera is aligned with the camera lens. The display is configured to display images received from the camera and to receive user input. The processing circuit is configured to identify the environmental condition based on the sensor data and to operate the controlled device based on the environmental condition and the user input.

ENCLOSURE FOR A CONTROLLER OF AN HVAC SYSTEM

The present disclosure relates to a heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) control system having an enclosure that includes a first portion and a second portion assembled in a clamshell configuration. The first portion and the second portion are configured to hingedly engage in a closed configuration about a controller for an HVAC system and are configured to hingedly disengage into an open configuration. The HVAC control system also includes a hinge feature that is configured to hingedly couple the enclosure to a housing of the HVAC system. 1. A heating , ventilation , and/or air conditioning (HVAC) control system , comprising:an enclosure including a first portion and a second portion assembled in a clamshell configuration such that the first portion and the second portion are configured to hingedly engage in a closed configuration about a controller for an HVAC system and are configured to hingedly disengage into an open configuration; anda hinge feature configured to hingedly couple the enclosure to a housing of the HVAC system.2. The HVAC control system of claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the second portion are each configured to be hingedly coupled to each other and to frame rails of the housing via the hinge feature.3. The HVAC control system of claim 1 , wherein the hinge feature includes a pin configured to couple the first portion and the second portion claim 1 , such that the first portion and the second portion are configured to rotate relative to one another about the pin.4. The HVAC control system of claim 1 , comprising the controller communicatively coupled to wiring extending through the enclosure proximate a hinge point between the first portion and the second portion.5. The HVAC control system of claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the second portion are hingedly coupled via an additional hinge feature.6. The HVAC control system of claim 1 , wherein the first portion includes a receptacle and the second portion includes a ...

WIRELESS SENSOR WITH NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT

A sensor in a building HVAC system includes a transducer configured to measure a variable in the building HVAC system and to generate a sensor reading indicating a value of the measured variable. The sensor includes a communications interface configured to provide the sensor reading to a control device in the building HVAC system and a near field communication (NFC) circuit separate from the communications interface. The NFC circuit is configured to facilitate bidirectional NFC data communications between the sensor and a mobile device. The sensor includes a processing circuit having a processor and memory. The processing circuit is configured to wirelessly transmit data stored in the memory of the sensor to the mobile device via the NFC circuit, wirelessly receive data from the mobile device via the NFC circuit, and store the data received from the mobile device in the memory of the sensor. 120-. (canceled)21. A sensor for a building , the sensor comprising:a sensor circuit configured to measure a variable in the building and to generate a sensor reading indicating a value of the variable;a near field communication (NFC) circuit; and wirelessly receive data from a mobile device via the NFC circuit, wherein the data comprises a model identification parameter identifying a particular sensor model of the plurality of different sensor models; and', 'operate based on one or more particular operational parameters associated with the particular sensor model identified by the model identification parameter., 'a processing circuit comprising a memory, wherein the processing circuit is capable of operating as a plurality of different sensor models, wherein the memory is configured to store one or more operational parameters associated with each of the plurality of different sensor models, wherein the processing circuit is configured to22. The sensor of claim 21 , wherein the one or more operational parameters associated with the particular sensor model are configuration ...

Management apparatus and air-conditioning system

Provided is a management apparatus, which is to be connected to a device, and is configured to manage the device. The management apparatus includes: a display unit configured to display a state of the device; and a wireless communication unit configured to wirelessly communicate to and from a mobile terminal. When a distance between the mobile terminal and the management apparatus has become smaller than a threshold value, the management apparatus displays on the display unit management program information on a management program for managing the device.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING BUILDING FLUID DISTRIBUTION

A system and method is provided for controlling building fluid distribution. The system may cause a variable air volume building ventilation system to operate at different combinations of different fan speeds for different damper opening configurations. For each different combination of fan speed and damper opening configuration, the system may: determine a static pressure measurement for each terminal unit based on a flow measurement determined by terminal box controllers using a pressure sensor; and determine a static pressure measurement for the supply fan from a pressure sensor mounted in a ventilation duct downstream of the at least one supply fan and upstream of each terminal unit. The system may also determine and store in each terminal box controller, a friction loss coefficient based on the static pressure measurements for the supply fan and the terminal units. 1. A system for controlling building fluid distribution comprising: cause a variable air volume (VAV) building ventilation system to operate at different combinations of a plurality of different fan speeds for at least one supply fan for a plurality of different damper opening configurations of a plurality of dampers that are controlled by a plurality of respective terminal box controllers and that are included in terminal units positioned at a plurality of ventilation duct branches;', determine a static pressure measurement for each terminal unit based at least in part on at least one flow measurement determined by each terminal box controller using a pressure sensor; and', 'determine a static pressure measurement for the supply fan from a pressure sensor mounted in a ventilation duct downstream of the at least one supply fan and upstream of each of the terminal units;, 'for each different combination of fan speed and damper opening configuration, 'determine for each terminal box controller, at least one friction loss coefficient based on the static pressure measurements for the supply fan and for ...

PROACTIVE BUILDING AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT

An air quality management system comprises a plurality of air quality sensors to sense air quality within a building, a plurality of air cleaning devices, and a computer system in communication with the plurality of air quality sensors and the plurality of air cleaning devices. The plurality of air quality sensors is located at a particular location within the building. The computer system determines a correlational model of air quality for the building that indicates a correlational relationship between the sensed air quality, a spatial parameter, a temporal parameter, and operation of the air cleaning devices. The computer system controls the plurality of air cleaning devices to implement an air quality control policy based on one or more air quality management parameters. 1. An air quality control system for a building , the air quality control system comprising:a plurality of air quality sensors to sense air quality and located at different locations within the building;a plurality of air quality affecting devices;a plurality of device sensors, each of the plurality of device sensors associated with one or more of the plurality of air quality affecting devices; and a processor; and', receive air quality measurements from the plurality of air quality sensors;', 'determine states of the plurality of air quality affecting devices from sensor data from the plurality of device sensors;', 'determine spatial relationships between the plurality of air quality sensors, the plurality of air-quality affecting devices, and occupants of the building;', 'estimate a future air quality of the building based upon the received air quality measurements and the determined spatial relationships; and', 'control the air quality affecting devices to affect air quality in the building according to the estimated future air quality., 'a memory coupled to the processor, the memory storing instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the computer system to], 'a computer system ...

AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM AND PROGRAM UPDATE METHOD OF AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air-conditioning system includes equipment, the equipment including one or more pieces of equipment, a high level device connected to the equipment and configured to control the equipment, a first communication unit configured to obtain, from an update management device that previously stores an update program for updating a program of the equipment, the update program, a second communication unit configured to transmit the update program to the equipment and obtain a pre-update program from the equipment, a storage device configured to store the update program and the pre-update program, and an update execution unit configured to update the program of the equipment, in which the update execution unit transmits the update program to the equipment and updates the program of the equipment, and when one of the one or more pieces of the equipment in which the program is updated does not operate normally, the update execution unit transmits the pre-update program to the one of the one or more pieces of the equipment and restores the program of the one of the one or more pieces of the equipment to the pre-update program. 1. An air-conditioning system comprising:equipment involved in air-conditioning, the equipment including one or a more pieces of equipment;a high level device connected to the equipment and configured to control the equipment;an update processing device positioned in the high level device and updates program of the equipment; anda storage device configured to store an update program for updating the program of the equipment; whereinthe update processing devicecommunicates with an update management device that previously stores an update program and obtains the update program;communicates with the equipment, transmits the obtained update program to the equipment, and obtains a pre-update program from the equipment;stores the obtained update program and the obtained pre-update program in the storage device;transmits the update program stored in the ...

AUTO ADDRESSING FOR HVAC UNITS

According to certain embodiments, a system comprises a primary unit and a plurality of secondary units each having a unique unit number. The primary unit is configured to communicate a command to each secondary unit with instructions to reply during a time window. The primary unit is also configured to receive a reply communication indicating the secondary unit's unique unit number from at least one of the secondary units, and determine an address to assign to the replying secondary unit based at least in part on the received unique unit number. 1. A system , comprising:a primary unit; anda plurality of secondary units, wherein each secondary unit has a unique unit number; communicate a first command to each secondary unit, wherein the first command comprises an instruction to reply during a time window;', "receive a reply communication from at least one of the secondary units, wherein the reply communication indicates the secondary unit's unique unit number; and", 'determine an address to assign to the replying secondary unit, the address determined based at least in part on the received unique unit number., 'the primary unit configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the primary unit is further configured to communicate the assigned address to the corresponding secondary unit.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the primary unit is further configured to display a number of secondary units for which the primary unit maintains an associated address.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the primary unit is further configured to:communicate a second command to each secondary unit that has not been assigned an address, wherein the second command comprises a second instruction to reply during a second time window;receive a reply communication from at least one of the secondary units that has not been assigned an address, wherein the reply communication indicates the secondary unit's unique unit number; anddetermine an address to assign to the replying secondary unit, ...

AUTOMATIC MASTER-SLAVE SYSTEM AND APPROACH

An automatic master slave system and approach for coordinated control of a parameter, for example, a heating, ventilation and air conditioning condition, in an area of multiple spaces controlled by room controllers. Changing a layout of a zone/area in a building such as moving, adding or removing a door, increasing or splitting size of a room through movable walls, or by permanently removing partitions, changing offices to a conference room or vice versa, may occur. A size of a room may be altered within minutes, according to customer demand. For instance, rooms may be converted into a single room by removing partitions. The controllers that were controlling temperatures of the rooms independently earlier, may convert automatically into a master-slave configuration and now work together to control a larger room. If the large room is split into multiple rooms, the controllers may automatically revert to their previous configuration. 1. A system comprising:at least one sensor for detecting partitions between at least three spaces; and manage one or more parameters for a space from the at least three spaces;', 'provide instructions for managing the one or more parameters, when in a master state, to another controller from the three or more controllers that shares the space, wherein the space is shared when a partition is not detected by the at least one sensor; and', 'accept instructions for managing the one or more parameters, when in a slave state, from a different controller from the three or more controllers that shares the space, wherein the different controller is in the master state., 'three or more controllers operatively coupled to the at least one sensor and each controller from the three or more controllers is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first controller from the three or more controllers is configured to enter the master state and a second and a third controller from the three or more controllers is configured to enter the slave state ...

Indoor unit and air conditioning system using the same

An indoor unit and an air conditioning system using the same include a first communication module to communicate with a wired remote controller, a power switch connected to a power terminal of one or the other side of the first communication module, a ground switch connected to a ground terminal of one or the other side of the first communication module to constitute a pair with the power switch, and an indoor unit controller to turn on the power switch and the ground switch when an indoor unit supplies power to the wired remote controller, and to turn off the power switch and the ground switch when another indoor unit supplies power to the wired remote controller.

AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An air-conditioning system includes a plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses each including an outdoor unit, an indoor unit, and a remote controller and a transmission line via which the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses are connected to each other. Each of the outdoor units includes a communication unit configured to transmit and receive a signal and a repeater configured to relay a signal of a set frequency. In a case where a set frequency with which the repeater of one air-conditioning apparatus of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses is compatible and a set frequency with which the repeater of the other air-conditioning apparatus of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses is compatible match, the remote controller of the one air-conditioning apparatus and the indoor unit of the other air-conditioning apparatus is configured to perform communication by use of a signal of the set frequency thus matching. 1. An air-conditioning system , comprising:a plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses each including an outdoor unit, an indoor unit, and a remote controller; anda transmission line via which the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses are connected to each other,each of the outdoor units includinga communication unit configured to transmit and receive a signal,a repeater configured to relay a signal of a set frequency, anda memory configured to store class information of the repeater, the class information containing a set frequency with which the repeater is compatible,the remote controller of one air-conditioning apparatus of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses being configured to acquire the class information of the repeater of the one air-conditioning apparatus thus stored in the memory of the one air-conditioning apparatus,the indoor unit of an other air-conditioning apparatus of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses being configured to acquire the class information of the repeater of the other air-conditioning ...

Zoning devices and system

Disclosed is a wireless zoning system and devices for an HVAC system. Included is one or more light switch thermostat(s) designed to fit into a standard light switch box, a wireless zone control gateway, an HVAC control module, and one or more wireless damper sensors. The light switch thermostats include one or more mini pcb with a sensor mounted on it to monitor for example occupancy, humidity, and other VOC. The light switch thermostat also includes a vent opening on a switch plate located near the mini pcb with sensor. The wireless damper sensor is designed with RJ11 jacks to minimize cabling costs. The disclosed system can be designed for air or water HVAC systems.

ENVIRONMENT CONTROL SYSTEM, AND AIR CONDITIONER OR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An environment control system includes: a control unit; a serial communication bus including a main communication line having a first end connected to the control unit and first to Nth (N: an integer of 2 or more) sub communication lines branched off from a second end of the main communication line; devices connected to the first to Nth sub communication lines; and switching units disposed on all the first to Nth sub communication lines and configured to connect and disconnect the devices to and from the control unit. Each of the first to Nth sub communication lines is connected to one or more of the devices. 1. An environment control system comprising:a control unit;a serial communication bus includinga main communication line having a first end connected to the control unit, andfirst to Nth (N: an integer of 2 or more) sub communication lines branched off from a second end of the main communication line;devices connected to the first to Nth sub communication lines; andswitching units disposed on all the first to Nth sub communication lines or the sub communication lines excluding the first sub communication line, and configured to connect and disconnect the devices to and from the control unit,each of the first to Nth sub communication lines being connected to one or more of the devices.2. The environment control system according to claim 1 , whereinwhen the control unit abnormally communicates with the devices, the control unit determines whether abnormal communications occur, by opening and closing the switching units.3. The environment control system according to claim 1 , whereinthe switching units are disposed on all the first to Nth sub communication lines, andwhen the control unit abnormally communicates with the devices, the control unit determines whether abnormal communications occur, by opening first, among the switching units on the first to Nth sub communication lines, a switching unit for a device that enables continuation of an environment ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

A plurality of independent air conditioners, a first air conditioner (AC) (), a second AC (), and a third AC (), are disposed in an air conditioning room. Individual target temperatures of each habitable room that are acquired from an input/output terminal () and an outdoor temperature that is acquired by an outdoor temperature sensor () are input to a mode setter (). Based on the individual target temperatures and the outdoor temperature, the mode setter () sets a cooling mode and a cooling setpoint temperature for operation in the cooling mode, or a heating mode and a heating setpoint temperature for operation in the heating mode, for each of the first AC (), the second AC (), and the third AC (). 1. An air conditioning system comprising:a plurality of air conditioners disposed in an air conditioning room and each being independently controllable;a plurality of conveying fans transferring air of the air conditioning room to a plurality of habitable rooms each being different from the air conditioning room, the conveying fans disposed respectively corresponding to the plurality of habitable rooms;a habitable room temperature sensor acquiring temperatures of each of the plurality of habitable rooms;an outdoor temperature sensor acquiring an outdoor temperature;an air conditioning room temperature sensor acquiring a temperature of the air conditioning room;a target temperature input receiver receiving input of individual target temperatures each being a target temperature of each of the plurality of habitable rooms; anda system controller controlling the air conditioners and the conveying fans, whereinthe system controller includes:an airflow volume determiner determining an airflow volume of each of the conveying fans, based on the individual target temperatures acquired from the target temperature input receiver, the temperatures of the plurality of habitable rooms acquired by the habitable room temperature sensor, and the temperature of the air conditioning room ...

Alarm and diagnostics system and method for a distributed-architecture heating, ventilation and air conditioning network

The disclosure provides an HVAC system, an HVAC user interface and an HVAC data processing and communication network. In one embodiment, the HVAC system includes: (1) an HVAC device configured to generate HVAC notification information pertaining to the HVAC system and (2) a user interface configured to communicate the HVAC notification information to at least one alert device located remote from the HVAC system.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MODULATING HOT GAS REHEAT UTILIZING MULTIPLE COMPRESSOR SYSTEMS

A system for modulating hot gas reheat operation of a heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system with multiple compressors, wherein the HVAC system is configured to regulate air provided to multiple zones. The system includes a controller configured to respond to a call for dehumidification in the absence of a call for cooling by sequentially energizing a first compressor of the multiple compressors in a reheat mode of the first compressor, energizing a second compressor of the multiple compressors in a cooling mode of the second compressor, energizing a third compressor of the multiple compressors in a reheat mode of the third compressor initially at full capacity, and energizing a fourth compressor of the multiple compressors in a cooling mode of the fourth compressor. 1. A system for modulating hot gas reheat operation of a heating , ventilation , and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system with a plurality of compressors , wherein the HVAC system is configured to regulate air provided to a plurality of zones , comprising:a controller configured to respond to a call for dehumidification in the absence of a call for cooling by sequentially energizing a first compressor of the plurality of compressors in a reheat mode of the first compressor, energizing a second compressor of the plurality of compressors in a cooling mode of the second compressor, energizing a third compressor of the plurality of compressors in a reheat mode of the third compressor initially at full capacity, and energizing a fourth compressor of the plurality of compressors in a cooling mode of the fourth compressor.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first compressor is coupled to both a first hot gas reheat circuit including a reheat coil and a first cooling circuit including a first condenser and an evaporator claim 1 , the second compressor is coupled to a second cooling circuit including a second condenser and the evaporator claim 1 , the third compressor is coupled to both a ...

DYNAMIC SCANNING OF REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSORS

A thermostat method includes receiving temperature readings from a remote temperature sensor; operating a processor in a first mode and a second mode, where the processor uses more average power when operating in the second mode than when operating in the first mode; and repeatedly transitioning the processor between operating in the first mode and operating in the second mode. Transitions from operating in the first mode to operating the second mode are caused at least in part by an expiration of a first time interval. The thermostat receives one or more of the temperature readings from the remote temperature sensor while the processor is operating in the second mode. The method also includes adjusting a length of the first time interval based at least in part on an estimate of how fast the temperature readings from the remote temperature sensor are approaching a threshold. 1. A thermostat comprising:a wireless communication circuit that receives temperature readings from a remote temperature sensor; a first mode; and', 'a second mode, wherein the processor uses more average power when operating in the second mode than when operating in the first mode;, 'a processor that operates in a plurality of modes, wherein the plurality of modes comprises [ transitions from operating in the first mode to operating the second mode are caused at least in part by an expiration of a first time interval; and', 'the wireless communication circuit is configured to receive one or more of the temperature readings from the remote temperature sensor while the processor is operating in the second mode; and, 'repeatedly transition between operating in the first mode and operating in the second mode, wherein, 'adjust a length of the first time interval based at least in part on an estimate of how fast the temperature readings from the remote temperature sensor are approaching a threshold temperature., 'a memory comprising instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the ...

DETERMINING THE CAUSE OF A FAULT IN AN HVAC SYSTEM

Devices, methods, and systems for determining the cause of a fault in a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system are described herein. One device includes a memory, and a processor configured to execute executable instructions stored in the memory to receive operational data associated with an HVAC system, receive control logic associated with a controller of the HVAC system, determine a cause of a fault occurring in the HVAC system based, at least in part, on the operational data associated with the HVAC system and the control logic of the controller of the HVAC system, and provide the cause of the fault occurring in the HVAC system to a user. 1. (canceled)2. A computing device for determining a cause of a fault in a heating , ventilation , and air conditioning (HVAC) system , comprising:a memory; and receive operational data associated with an HVAC system;', 'receive control logic associated with a controller of the HVAC system, the controller including one or more input points and one or more output points, and wherein the received control logic associated with the controller provides an indication of which input point or input points of the controller affect each respective output point of the controller;', 'predict a fault will occur in the HVAC system based, at least in part, on the operational data associated with the HVAC system and the control logic associated with the controller of the HVAC system; and', 'provide a notification of the predicted fault so that a user is given an opportunity to address the predicted fault before the predicted fault actually occurs., 'a processor configured to execute executable instructions stored in the memory to3. The computing device of claim 2 , wherein the processor is configured to execute executable instructions stored in the memory to correct a cause of the predicted fault.4. The computing device of claim 2 , wherein the processor is configured to execute executable instructions stored in the memory to ...

AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLLING SYSTEM AND AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLLING METHOD

The present disclosure relates to an air conditioner, an air conditioner controlling system, and an air conditioner controlling method. The air conditioner controlling system includes one or more controlled air conditioners, a main controlling air conditioner having control authority over, from among the one or more controlled air conditioners, one or more controlled air conditioners that belong to an upper rank group corresponding to the main controlling air conditioner, and a sub-controlling air conditioner having control authority over, from among the one or more controlled air conditioners, one or more controlled air conditioners that belong to a first lower rank group. 1. An air conditioner controlling system comprising:one or more controlled air conditioners;a main controlling air conditioner having control authority over, from among the one or more controlled air conditioners, one or more controlled air conditioners that belong to an upper rank group corresponding to the main controlling air conditioner; anda sub-controlling air conditioner having control authority over, from among the one or more controlled air conditioners, one or more controlled air conditioners that belong to a first lower rank group,wherein the upper rank group includes one or more lower rank groups, and, from among the one or more lower rank groups, the first lower rank group corresponds to the sub-controlling air conditioner.2. The air conditioner controlling system of claim 1 , wherein the main controlling air conditioner includes an air conditioner that belongs to any one lower rank group from among the one or more lower rank groups.3. The air conditioner controlling system of claim 1 , wherein the sub-controlling air conditioner includes an air conditioner that belongs to the first lower rank group.4. The air conditioner controlling system of claim 1 , wherein the control authority of the sub-controlling air conditioner includes control authority that is different from the control ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRIMARY AND SECONDARY TEMPERATURE CONTROL

A temperature control system receives, from a remote user device associated with a user, a user designation designating a temperature sensor from among a plurality of temperature sensors. The temperature control system selects, in response to receiving the user designation, the temperature sensor as a primary temperature sensor for controlling an ambient condition. The temperature control system receives a primary temperature measurement from the primary temperature sensor, and performs a primary temperature control based on the primary temperature measurement. The temperature control system may further receive secondary temperature measurements from secondary temperature sensors, and perform a secondary temperature control based on the secondary temperature measurements.

HVAC TERMINAL UNIT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A terminal unit for a heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system may include a housing defining a mixing chamber. The mixing chamber may have a primary air inlet, a plenum air inlet, and a mixed air outlet, and mix a primary air flow from the primary air inlet with a plenum air flow from the plenum air inlet to form a mixed air flow that is output through the mixed air outlet to a conditioned space. The terminal unit may also include a panel adjustably coupled to the housing to adjustably occlude the plenum air inlet. The terminal unit may also include an actuator coupled to the housing and the panel to move the panel and adjust a size of an air flow path corresponding to the plenum air inlet.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM INCLUDING A REHEAT LOOP

An air conditioning system and a method of operating the same to improve system performance is provided. The air conditioning system includes an outdoor heat exchanger, an indoor heat exchanger, and a reheat heat exchanger. A reheat temperature sensor positioned proximate an upstream end of the reheat heat exchanger in a cooling mode for measuring a reheat coil saturation temperature. A controller adjusts at least one operating parameter, such as a compressor or fan speed, in response to the reheat coil saturation temperature and/or one of an outdoor coil vapor temperature, an indoor coil vapor temperature, an outdoor coil saturation temperature, and an indoor coil saturation temperature. 1. An air conditioning system comprising:a refrigeration loop comprising an outdoor heat exchanger positioned within an outdoor portion, a reheat heat exchanger positioned within an indoor portion, and an indoor heat exchanger positioned within the indoor portion;a compressor operably coupled to the refrigeration loop and being configured for urging a flow of refrigerant through the outdoor heat exchanger, the reheat heat exchanger, and the indoor heat exchanger;a reheat temperature sensor positioned between an upstream end and a midpoint of the reheat heat exchanger in a cooling mode, the reheat temperature sensor being configured for measuring a reheat coil saturation temperature; anda controller configured for adjusting at least one operating parameter of the air conditioning system in response to the reheat coil saturation temperature.2. The air conditioning system of claim 1 , wherein the reheat temperature sensor is positioned proximate the upstream end of the reheat heat exchanger in the cooling mode.3. The air conditioning system of claim 1 , further comprising:an outdoor vapor temperature sensor positioned between an upstream end and a midpoint of the outdoor heat exchanger, the outdoor vapor temperature sensor being configured for measuring an outdoor coil vapor ...

AIR-CONDITIONER REMOTE CONTROLLER AND AIR-CONDITIONING CONTROL SYSTEM

An air-conditioner remote controller in an air conditioner system that includes the air-conditioner remote controller and an air conditioner that performs air-conditioning control using room temperature information received from the air-conditioner remote controller, includes: a storage unit to store room temperature information that is information on room temperature measured by a plurality of temperature sensors and store schedule information that sets, for each time zone, a temperature sensor to measure a room temperature to be used as room temperature information in the air-conditioning control of the air conditioner; and a control unit to perform control such that the room temperature information from the set temperature sensor is acquired from the storage unit and the acquired room temperature information is transmitted to the air conditioner in accordance with the schedule information. 1. An air-conditioner remote controller in an air conditioner system that includes the air-conditioner remote controller and an air conditioner that performs air-conditioning control using room temperature information received from the air-conditioner remote controller , the air-conditioner remote controller comprising:a storage to store room temperature information that is information on room temperature measured by a plurality of temperature sensors and store schedule information that sets, for each time zone, a temperature sensor to measure a room temperature to be used as room temperature information in the air-conditioning control of the air conditioner; anda controller to perform control such that the room temperature information from the set temperature sensor is acquired from the storage and the acquired room temperature information is transmitted to the air conditioner in accordance with the schedule information.2. The air-conditioner remote controller according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when two or more of the temperature sensors are set for a time zone in the ...

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEM FOR REDUCED POWER CONSUMPTION THROUGH UTILIZATION OF WAKE-UP RADIOS

A building system for a building includes an environmental controller including a controller radio. The environmental controller is configured to communicate a wake-up message. The building system includes an environmental sensor including a wake-up radio and a main radio. The environmental sensor is configured to operate the main radio in a low power state. The environmental sensor is configured to receive the wake-up message from the controller radio via the wake-up radio. The environmental sensor is configured to operate the main radio in a high power state in response to a reception of the wake-up message via the wake-up radio. The environmental sensor is configured to communicate sensor data of the environmental sensor to the controller radio via the main radio in response to the main radio operating in the high power state. 1. A building system for a building , the system comprising:an environmental controller comprising a controller radio, wherein the environmental controller is configured to communicate a wake-up message; and operate the main radio in a low power state;', 'receive the wake-up message from the controller radio via the wake-up radio;', 'operate the main radio in a high power state in response to a reception of the wake-up message via the wake-up radio; and', 'communicate sensor data of the environmental sensor to the controller radio via the main radio in response to the main radio operating in the high power state., 'an environmental sensor comprising a wake-up radio and a main radio, wherein the environmental sensor is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller radio is a single radio configured to communicate the wake-up message to the environmental sensor and receive the sensor data from the main radio of the environmental sensor.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wake-up radio is only a receiver radio.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller radio comprises a wake-up controller radio and a main controller ...

COMMUNICATION CONTROL DEVICE AND EQUIPMENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

A management device for controlling communication on an equipment network on which a first equipped device having a communication capacity and a second equipped device having a higher-speed communication capacity than that of the first equipped device are connected to each other in a mixed manner includes a cycle number calculation device configured to assign a free space of the equipment network not used by lower-performance first communication performed by the first equipped device to second communication performed by the second equipped device, and a communication controller configured to transmit a trigger signal for switching a communication mode of the equipment network from the first communication to the second communication.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BUILDING CLIMATE CONTROL

A method of controlling the climate of a building includes determining a difference between a current aspect of a climate in a building and a set point for the aspect of climate in the building for one or more zones of the building, summing the differences at a climate system controller, and determining a set point for one or more operating variables of one or more components of a climate system in the building based on the sum of the differences. A climate system for a building is also disclosed. 1. A method of controlling the climate of a building , comprising:determining a difference between a current aspect of a climate in a building and a set point for the aspect of climate in the building for one or more zones of the building;summing the differences at a climate system controller; anddetermining a set point for one or more operating variables of one or more components of a climate system in the building based on the sum of the differences.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of determining the set points for the one or more operating variables is based on one or more tunable parameters.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising tuning the one or more tunable parameters based on real-time dynamic information about the climate system.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the current aspect of the climate in the building is the current air temperature inside the building and wherein the set point for the aspect is a temperature set point.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the one or more operating variables includes a temperature of conditioned air from an air handling unit.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more components of the climate system includes at least one of a chiller claim 1 , and pump claim 1 , and an air handling unit.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the one or more operating variables includes a temperature of conditioned air from the air handling unit.8. A climate system for a building claim 2 , comprising:a computing device ...

AIR-CONDITIONING CONTROL SYSTEM AND REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE

An air-conditioning control system includes a plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses each provided with an indoor unit and an outdoor unit; a master remote control device associated with one or more of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses and adapted to control operation of the associated air-conditioning apparatus or apparatuses; and one or more slave remote control devices connected with the master remote control device using a first communication system, associated with a remaining one or ones of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses, and adapted to control operation of the associated air-conditioning apparatus or apparatuses, in which the indoor units of the air-conditioning apparatuses are connected with an associated one or ones of the master remote control device and the slave remote control device or devices using a second communication system different from the first communication system, and the master remote control device controls the operation of the remaining air-conditioning apparatus or apparatuses via the slave remote control device or devices. 1. An air-conditioning control system comprising:a plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses each including an indoor unit and an outdoor unit;a master remote control device associated with at least one of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses, and configured to control operation of the associated at least one of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses; andone or more slave remote control devices connected with the master remote control device using a first communication system, associated with a remaining one or ones of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses, and configured to control operation of the associated remaining one or ones of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatus,wherein the indoor unit of each of the plurality of air-conditioning apparatuses is connected with an associated one of the master remote control device and the one or more slave remote ...

METHOD AND ENVIRONMENT CONTROLLER USING A NEURAL NETWORK FOR BYPASSING A LEGACY ENVIRONMENT CONTROL SOFTWARE MODULE

Method and environment controller using a neural network for bypassing a legacy environment control software module. The environment controller receives at least one environmental characteristic value and determines a plurality of input variables. At least one of the plurality of input variables is based on one among the at least one environmental characteristic value. The environment controller transmits the plurality of input variables to an inference server executing a neural network inference engine. The environment controller receives at least one inferred output variable from the inference server. The environment controller uses the at least one inferred output variable received from the inference server in place of at least one output variable calculated by the legacy environment control software module based on the plurality of input variables. The environment controller may prevent the execution of the legacy software module or overwrite the output variable(s) calculated by the legacy software module. 1. An environment controller , comprising:a communication interface; and receiving at least one environmental characteristic value via the communication interface;', 'determining a plurality of input variables, at least one of the plurality of input variables being based on one among the at least one environmental characteristic value;', 'transmitting via the communication interface the plurality of input variables to an inference server executing a neural network inference engine;', 'receiving via the communication interface at least one inferred output variable from the inference server; and', 'using the at least one inferred output variable received from the inference server in place of at least one output variable calculated by a legacy environment control software module based on the plurality of input variables., 'a processing unit for2. The environment controller of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit further executes the legacy environment control ...

HVAC ZONE SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

The present disclosure includes a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system having a control system suitable to control operation of a device in the HVAC system. The control system may include a zone control panel that may maintain an instance of each schedule used by one or more devices in the HVAC system to operate. Further, the zone control panel may include a set of one or more status flags, which may each indicate whether data associated with a respective flag is available to be retrieved. Accordingly, the zone control panel may communicate information, such as an update to a schedule, rapidly between devices in the HVAC system. 1. A heating , ventilation , and air conditioning (HVAC) system , comprising:a first zone thermostat configured to operate based at least in part on a first schedule and to store a first instance of the first schedule;a zone control panel communicatively coupled to the first zone thermostat, wherein the zone control panel is configured to store a second instance of the first schedule; and a first electronic display; and', instruct the second zone thermostat to retrieve the first schedule from the zone control panel and to store a third instance of the first schedule at the second zone thermostat;', 'instruct the first electronic display to display a visual representation of the first schedule based at least in part on the third instance of the first schedule; and', instruct the second zone thermostat to update the third instance of the first schedule stored at the second zone thermostat based in part on the second user input; and', 'instruct the second zone thermostat to output first information related to the second user input to facilitate updating each other instance of the first schedule used by the first zone thermostat stored in the HVAC system., 'when a second user input requesting to modify the first schedule is received at the second zone thermostat], 'a first microcontroller programmed to, when a first user ...

TRANSFER LEARNING OF DEEP NEURAL NETWORK FOR HVAC HEAT TRANSFER DYNAMICS

A method includes collecting a first dataset of input-output data for a first building, training a deep learning model using the first dataset, initializing parameters of a target model for a second building using parameters of the deep learning model, collecting a second dataset of input-output data for a second building, training the target model for the second building using the initialized parameters of the target model and the second dataset, and controlling building equipment using the target model. Controlling the building equipment affects a variable state or condition of the building. 1. A method , comprising:collecting a first dataset of input-output data for a first building;training a deep learning model using the first dataset;initializing parameters of a target model for a second building using parameters of the deep learning model;collecting a second dataset of input-output data for a second building;training the target model for the second building using the initialized parameters of the target model and the second dataset; andcontrolling building equipment using the target model, wherein controlling the building equipment affects a variable state or condition of the building.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target model is configured to predict future values of variable states or conditions of the second building.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the deep learning model is a Long Short Term Memory Network based Sequence to Sequence model.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first dataset is larger than the second dataset.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein training a deep learning model using the first dataset comprises performing a supervised learning step on a specific task related to a thermal dynamic feature of the first building.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein controlling the building equipment using the target model comprises controlling the building equipment to perform a task similar to the specific task related to the dynamic ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTED CONTROLS VIA EDGE DEVICES

Systems and methods for distributed controls via edge devices are provided. The system includes a coordinating device and a plurality of distributed controllers. The coordinating device is configured to determine a current state, assign tasks for performing control specified by a control application to the plurality of distributed controllers, and broadcast a plurality of parameters. The plurality of distributed controllers are configured to perform the control specified by the control application. Each distributed controller is configured to receive a respective task, perform a respective control operation, and control an edge device using a control signal generated from the control operation. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of distributed controllers configured to perform control specified by a control application; and determine a current state associated with the control application based at least in part on one or more current operating modes;', 'assign a plurality of tasks for performing the control specified by the control application to the plurality of distributed controllers based at least in part on the determined current state, wherein each of the plurality of distributed controllers is assigned a respective task of the plurality of tasks; and', 'transmit a plurality of parameters associated with the plurality of tasks;, 'a coordinating device configured to receive a first task for performing the control specified by the control application assigned from the coordinating device;', 'perform a first control operation corresponding to the first task using at least one or more of the plurality of parameters received from the coordinating device; and', 'output a result of the first control operation., 'wherein a first distributed controller among the plurality of distributed controllers is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a second distributed controller among the plurality of distributed controllers is configured to:receive a second task for ...

BUILDING EQUIPMENT WITH PREDICTIVE CONTROL

A central energy facility (CEF) includes a plurality of powered CEF components, a battery unit, and a predictive CEF controller. The powered CEF components include a chiller unit and a cooling tower. The battery unit is configured to store electric energy from an energy grid and discharge the stored electric energy for use in powering the powered CEF components. The predictive CEF controller is configured to optimize a predictive cost function to determine an optimal amount of electric energy to purchase from the energy grid and an optimal amount of electric energy to store in the battery unit or discharge from the battery unit for use in powering the powered CEF components at each time step of an optimization period. 1. A central energy facility (CEF) comprising:a plurality of powered CEF components comprising a chiller unit and a cooling tower;a battery unit configured to store electric energy from an energy grid and discharge the stored electric energy for use in powering the powered CEF components; anda predictive CEF controller configured to optimize a predictive cost function to determine an optimal amount of electric energy to purchase from the energy grid and an optimal amount of electric energy to store in the battery unit or discharge from the battery unit for use in powering the powered CEF components at each time step of an optimization period.2. The CEF of claim 1 , further comprising one or more photovoltaic panels configured to collect photovoltaic energy;wherein the predictive CEF controller is configured to determine an optimal amount of the photovoltaic energy to store in the battery unit and an optimal amount of the photovoltaic energy to be consumed by the powered CEF components at each time step of the optimization period.3. The CEF of claim 1 , wherein the predictive cost function accounts for:a cost of the electric energy purchased from the energy grid at each time step of the optimization period; anda cost savings resulting from discharging ...

Controlling Transmission Intervals in an HVAC System Based on Operational Modes of the HVAC System

An example HVAC system includes an HVAC component, and an HVAC controller configured to selectively control the HVAC component in a first operating mode and a second operating mode. The system also includes a sensor in communication with the HVAC controller. The sensor is configured to detect one or more parameters of the HVAC system and periodically transmit the one or more detected parameters to the HVAC controller. The sensor is also configured to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a first transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the first operating mode, and to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a second transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the second operating mode. The first transmission interval is different than the second transmission interval. Example methods of controlling an HVAC system are also disclosed. 1. An HVAC system comprising:at least one HVAC component;an HVAC controller, the HVAC controller configured to selectively control the at least one HVAC component in a first operating mode and a second operating mode different than the first operating mode; and the sensor is configured to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a first transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the first operating mode;', 'the sensor is configured to transmit the one or more detected parameters according to a second transmission interval when the HVAC controller is operating in the second operating mode; and', 'the first transmission interval is different than the second transmission interval., 'a sensor in communication with the HVAC controller, the sensor configured to detect one or more parameters of the HVAC system and periodically transmit the one or more detected parameters to the HVAC controller, wherein2. The HVAC system of claim 1 , wherein:the first operating mode includes an active operating mode;the second operating mode ...

AIR CIRCULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for air flow circulation are described which utilize one or more air conditioning units as well as transfer grilles to move cooler air from one space to another. The transfer grilles can include bi-directional in-line fans to move air between spaces in discrete ducts located between the spaces. Motorized dampers can be controlled by a controller that receives information about various rooms and areas from temperature and occupancy sensors within those rooms or areas. In this manner, conditioned air can be directed to those rooms that are occupied and whose temperature needs correction based on a thermostat setting, and use of the air conditioning unit can be avoided when a cool air source is present in another space. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A system for circulating airflow within a structure having a plurality of spaces and in operative communication with an air conditioning unit configured to supply cool air to each of the plurality of spaces , adjacent ones of the plurality of spaces being connected by a respective transfer grille , the system comprising:a plurality of temperature sensors, each temperature sensor being operative to detect a temperature in a respective one of the plurality of spaces;a plurality of occupancy sensors, each occupancy sensor being operative to detect an occupancy in a respective one of the plurality of spaces;at least one fan in operative communication with a respective transfer grille; anda controller in operative communication with the plurality of temperature sensors, the plurality of occupancy sensors, and the at least one fan, the controller being operative to receive detected temperatures from the plurality of temperature sensors and detected occupancies from the plurality of occupancy sensors and send a signal to the at least one fan to modulate an airflow between adjacent spaces, the signal being based on a combination of the ...

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION METHOD

An air conditioning system includes: outdoor units; indoor units each communicating with any one of the outdoor units by a first communication method; and a central control device communicating with each of the outdoor units by a second communication method and controlling the outdoor units and the indoor units. One of the outdoor units generates, by using a first address used for communication performed using the first communication method, a second address used for communication performed using a second communication method, generates a second address for one or more of the indoor units by using a first address, and obtains second addresses from another outdoor unit and the central control device. The central control device obtains, from each of the outdoor units, second addresses of the outdoor unit and each indoor unit, and controls operations of the outdoor units and the indoor units by using the second addresses obtained. 1. An air conditioning system comprising:a plurality of outdoor units;a plurality of indoor units, each communicating with any one of the outdoor units by a first communication method; anda central control device communicating with each of the outdoor units by a second communication method and controlling the outdoor units and the indoor units, whereinthe one of the outdoor units generates, by using a first address assigned to the one of the outdoor units, a second address of the one of the outdoor units, generates, by using a first address assigned to one or more indoor units connected with the one of the outdoor units among the indoor units, a second address of the one or more indoor units, obtains, from another of the outdoor units, a second address generated by the another of the outdoor units, obtains, from the central control device, a second address of the central control device, checks whether or not there is a duplicate address between the second addresses generated and the second addresses obtained, and, if there is a duplicate ...

Multi-airconditioner

본 발명은 멀티 에어콘을 개시한다. 본 발명은 각각 증발기를 갖는 복수의 실내 유니트와, 응축기를 갖는 하나의 실외 유니트와 실내 유니트의 증발기로부터 실외 유니트의 응축기로 흐르는 냉매의 압력을 균일하게 하는 균압수단을 포합하며, 응축기는 복수의 증발기와 동일 개수의 섹션으로 분할되며, 각 섹션은 복수의 증발기과 각각 일대일로 연결된다. 따라서 구조적으로 간단하여 제조공정이 용이하며, 각 실내 유니트로의 냉매의 흐름을 용이하게 제어할 수 있게 된다. The present invention discloses a multi air conditioner. The present invention includes a plurality of indoor units each having an evaporator, one outdoor unit having a condenser and an equalizing means for equalizing the pressure of the refrigerant flowing from the evaporator of the indoor unit to the condenser of the outdoor unit, wherein the condenser has a plurality of The evaporator is divided into the same number of sections, each section being connected one to one with a plurality of evaporators, respectively. Therefore, the structure is simple and the manufacturing process is easy, and the flow of the refrigerant to each indoor unit can be easily controlled.

Dynamic control method for air conditioning system

본 발명은 빌딩 공기조화시스템의 동적제어방법에 관한 것으로서, 더욱 상세하게는 실시간으로 항상 외기 온·습도와 실내 온·습도의 엔탈피를 비교함으로써, 가장 최적의 혼합점에 대한 엔탈피를 계산해 내어 언제든지 공조시스템을 최적상태로 운전할 수 있고, 엔탈피 제어에서 한계점이 있을 수 있는 조건하에서는 전체 풍량을 가능한 범위내에서 적절하게 조절하여 전체 실내의 온·습도 조건을 만족시키면서 최소의 에너지만을 사용할 수 있으며, 공조제어시스템의 모니터링 표시장치에 공기선도 및 전체 프로세스를 최적의 상태로 표시할 수 있도록 실시간으로 동적으로 표현하여 보여줌으로써, 관리자 및 근무자들이 현재 운전 상태를 파악하는데 있어 혁신적인 방법을 제공할 수 있도록 한 빌딩 공기조화시스템의 동적제어방법에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to a dynamic control method of a building air conditioning system, and more particularly, by comparing the enthalpy of the outdoor air temperature and humidity with the room temperature and humidity in real time at all times, calculating the enthalpy for the most optimal mixing point and air conditioning at any time. Under the condition that the system can be operated in optimum condition and there may be a limit point in enthalpy control, it is possible to use only the minimum energy while satisfying the temperature and humidity conditions of the entire room by appropriately adjusting the total air flow within the range possible. Building air provides dynamic representations in real time for optimal display of air lines and the entire process on the system's monitoring displays, providing a revolutionary way for managers and workers to understand current driving conditions. A dynamic control method of a harmonic system. 공기조화시스템, 엔탈피, 덕트, 댐퍼, 센서, 제어기, 쿨링, 히팅 Air Conditioning System, Enthalpy, Duct, Damper, Sensor, Controller, Cooling, Heating

Configurative control for hvac system

일반적으로 제작된 HVAC 제어 프로그램을 다수의 다른 HVAC(난방, 환기 및 공조)(heating, ventilation and air conditioning) 시스템에 적합하게 하기 위한 프로그램 가능 시스템 및 방법이 개시되어 있다. 이 시스템 및 방법은 제어 프로그램에 대한 별도의 인터페이스 및 각 특정의 HVAC 시스템의 제어 요소들에 대한 별도의 인터페이스를 포함하고 있다. 특정의 HVAC 시스템에 대한 구성 데이타는 제어 프로그램의 소프트웨어 변수들과 특정의 HVAC 시스템의 제어 요소들과의 관계를 정의한다. 구성 데이타는 정보가 인터페이스들 사이에서 전송되어야 할 때에 이용된다. Programmable systems and methods are disclosed for making a manufactured HVAC control program suitable for many other HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems. The system and method include a separate interface to the control program and a separate interface to the control elements of each particular HVAC system. Configuration data for a particular HVAC system defines the relationship between the software variables of the control program and the control elements of the particular HVAC system. Configuration data is used when information must be transferred between interfaces.

Data sending method and apparatus, and multiple on-line system and storage medium

Disclosed are a data sending method and apparatus, and a multiple on-line system and a storage medium. The method comprises: receiving data sent by a first specified wire controller in a system; determining, according to a pre-stored pairing relationship between the first specified wire controller and a specified device, and the first specified wire controller, the specified device corresponding to the first specified wire controller, wherein the specified device comprises: an internal unit and a second specified wire controller, and the second specified wire controller is different from the first specified wire controller; and sending the data to the determined specified device. The embodiments of the present invention solve the technical problem in the relevant art that a multiple on-line system for PLC communication cannot satisfy a user's demand.

Control system for air conditioning device

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Air conditioner condensate removal device and control method

본 발명은 에어컨 응축수 제거방법에 있어서, 사용자가 에어컨의 운전스위치를 온시켜 에어컨이 정상운전을 실시하면 히터부의 응축수 검출센서를 통해 드레인팬에 모인 응축수량을 검출하여 일정수량 이상인가를 판단하는 제 1 단계; 상기 제1단계에서 응축수량이 일정수량 이상이면 제어부는 히터구동부를 제어하여 히터부로 전원을 공급 응축수를 제거하며 히터구동부에 장착된 과전류 검출센서를 통해 히터부에서 과전류가 검출되는지를 판단하는 제 2 단계; 상기 제2단계에서 히터부에서 과전류가 검출되면 제어부는 히터구동부를 제어 히터부로의 전원공급을 차단하는 제 3 단계; 상기 제2단계에서 히터부에서 과전류가 검출되지 않으면 제어부는 응축수량이 일정수량 이하로 제거되었나를 판단하는 제 4 단계; 상기 제4단계에서 응축수가 일정수량 이하로 제거되었으면 제어부는 히터구동부를 제어 히터부로의 전원공급을 차단하는 제 5 단계를 구비하여 이 히터부로 모이는 응축수량을 검출하여 이 응축수가 일정수량 이상으로 모이면 히터부의 열선을 통해 응축수를 제거할 수 있도록 하여 실내기내의 청결을 유지할 수 있으며, 별도의 드레인 호스가 필요 없어 이에 따른 설치시 작업공수저감을 이룰 수 있다. The present invention provides a method for removing condensate from an air conditioner, wherein when the user turns on the operation switch of the air conditioner and the air conditioner performs normal operation, the condensed water collected in the drain pan is detected by the condensate detection sensor of the heater part to determine whether or not the predetermined amount is more than a predetermined amount. Stage 1; In the first step, if the amount of condensed water is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the controller controls the heater driver to remove power from the condensate supplied to the heater, and determines whether overcurrent is detected in the heater through an overcurrent detection sensor mounted on the heater driver. step; A third step of, when the overcurrent is detected in the heater in the second step, the controller cuts off the power supply to the control heater; A fourth step of determining whether the amount of condensed water is removed by a predetermined amount or less when the overcurrent is not detected by the heater in the second step; If the condensate is removed below a certain amount in the fourth step, the control unit includes a fifth step of shutting off the power supply to the control heater unit, and detects the amount of condensate collected in the heater unit to collect the condensate above a certain amount. In order to ...

Apparatus and method for controlling air conditioner

본 발명은 공기조화기를 모니터링 및 제어하고, 그 운전상태를 시각적으로 표시하는 공기조화기용 제어장치 및 그 동작방법에 관한 것으로, 공기조화기에 용이하게 접속하여 그 동작상태를 시각적으로 확인하고 제어할 수 있는 제어장치를 포함하고 그에 대한 동작방법을 제공한다. 본 발명의 공기조화기용 제어장치 및 그 동작방법은 일반적인 실외기 및 실내기는 물론, 특수한 기능을 수행하는 실내기 유닛에 대한 정보를 표시함에 따라 유닛의 형태에 관계없이 모니터링 및 제어가 가능하고, 실내기 유닛의 형태에 따라 별도로 구분하여 표시함에 따라 확인이 용이하므로, 공기조화기 관리 및 제어에 따른 편의성이 크게 향상되는 효과가 있다. The present invention relates to a control device for an air conditioner that monitors and controls an air conditioner and visually displays the operation state thereof, and relates to an operation method of the same that can visually check and control the operation state of the air conditioner And provides a method of operation therefor. The control device for an air conditioner and the method for operating the same according to the present invention can display and control not only general outdoor units and indoor units but also indoor unit units performing specific functions, It is possible to easily check the operation of the air conditioner.

Communication method of air conditioner

본 발명은 하나 이상의 실외기와 복수의 실내기간에 데이터 통신을 수행하는 공기조화기의 통신방법에 있어서, 데이터를 변동하는 정도에 따라 복수 개로 분류하고, 분류된 데이터를 서로 다른 통신방식으로 통신하는 공기조화기의 구성과 통신방법으로 데이터의 통신속도를 개선하여 전체통신시간을 감소시킨다. A communication method of an air conditioner that performs data communication with at least one outdoor unit and a plurality of indoor periods includes the steps of classifying the data into a plurality of data according to the degree of fluctuation, The communication speed of the data is improved by the configuration and communication method of the harmonics, thereby reducing the total communication time.