A METHODOLOGY FOR OPERATING GRANULATORS USED IN RUBBER CRUMB MANUFACTURING IN THE RUBBER INDUSTRY THROUGH SX1272 RF EQUIPPED TOUCH HMI DISPLAY AND CLOUD TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

ABSTRACT This invention introduces a real-time vibration analysis and FFT monitoring solution for DTH drills in the mining sector. The VAFFTMote, equipped with an ATmega16 MCU, ZigBee Module, Vibration Sensor, Accelerometer, RTC Module, and Power Supply, captures vibration data and transmits it to VAFFTCMote. The VAFFTCMote, featuring a touch screen, ESP01 WiFi Board, and ZigBee Module, serves as a gateway, facilitating both on-site visualization and remote access via a cloud server. This system enhances operational control, allowing proactive maintenance through real-time data and FFT analysis for optimized DTH drill performance.

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Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to A Methodology for Operating Granulators used in Rubber Crumb Manufacturing in the Rubber Industry through SX1272 RF equipped Touch HMI Display and Cloud Technology.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This state-of-the-art solution offers a smooth combination of local and remote management capabilities, revolutionizing granulator control within the rubber crumb manufacturing industry. Granulators have an easy-to-use touch interface that allows operators to quickly turn them on and off, simplifying daily tasks. Meanwhile, authorized staff can use internet access to remotely monitor and control granulator actions using a customized online dashboard. Wireless communication technology ensures smooth coordination between the local and remote control units, improving production process responsiveness and efficiency.
An important issue facing the rubber sector is the use of antiquated and ineffective granulator control techniques. Current systems don't use modern technologies, which makes them tough to monitor remotely and operate with flexibility. Process simplification is limited by the usage of manual control interfaces, which lowers responsiveness and productivity. Moreover, the lack of a unified system that combines cloud-based remote administration with local control limits the industry's ability to adapt efficiently to changing operating demands.
CN111844511A - The invention relates to the technical field of rubber particle manufacturing equipment, specifically a rubber granulator that addresses the issue of particle adhesion when granulating high-viscosity rubber. It features a die head at the extrusion screw's front end with multiple glue outlet holes and a granulating device with a rotary cutter. The cutter's cylindrical rotating surface facilitates precise cutting. A SX1272 RF and IoT Methodology to control operation of Granulators is the novelty of the system.
CN214982371U - The utility model provides a rubber granulator with an internal fixed electric heating layer, a transport axle with a helical blade, and multiple granulation boards for producing rubber grains of varying diameters. A SX1272 RF and IoT Methodology to control operation of Granulators is the novelty of the system.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To enable efficient on-site operation, such as relay control, real-time clock synchronization, and LED indicators for granulators in rubber crumb manufacturing, the MOG_HDTNode, equipped with TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, Relay Module, RTC Module, Led Indicator, and Power Supply, is utilized.
Using a customized web dashboard, the MOG_HDCNode, which is outfitted with a TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, NuttyFiWiFi Board, Touch HMI Display, and Power Supply, is utilized to facilitate seamless remote monitoring and control of granulators in the rubber industry. It also provides an intuitive interface and internet connectivity.
To ensure seamless integration and operation in the cutting-edge granulator control system, the TI MSP430 Board, which is integrated into both the MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode, is employed to provide crucial microcontroller capabilities for effective local and remote control.
The SX1272 RF Module, which is also integrated into both motes, is essential to both local and remote operations in the rubber crumb manufacturing process. It allows wireless communication between the MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode and real-time data transfer for granulator control.
The Relay Module, which is integrated into the MOG_HDTNode, is utilized to regulate the on and off functions of granulators. By serving as a vital conduit between the control system and the actual machinery in the rubber crumb manufacturing process, it improves the local operating capabilities.
The RTC Module, which is also integrated into the MOG_HDTNode, is utilized to guarantee accurate timing synchronization. This helps to effectively control and schedule granulator operations in the production of rubber crumb, improving the accuracy and reliability of the system as a whole.
The NuttyFiWiFi Board interfaced in the MOG_HDCNode is used to enable internet connectivity, allowing authorized personnel to remotely monitor and control granulators in the rubber industry, thereby improving operational flexibility and accessibility. It also facilitates seamless communication with a customized web dashboard.
The MOG_HDCNode's Touch HMI Display is utilized to give authorized workers an easy-to-use platform to remotely monitor and manage rubber crumb manufacturing activities, as well as to facilitate effective operator interaction with the granulator management system.
To ensure the granulator control system operates continuously and dependably, the Power Supply, which plugs into both the MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode, provides the electrical power required to support numerous hardware components in the rubber crumb manufacturing process.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
The MOG_HDTNode and the MOG_HDCNode, two essential parts of this invention, work together to make it work. Local granulator control and monitoring are the main functions of the MOG_HDTNode, which consists of a TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, Relay Module, RTC Module, LED Indicator, and Power Supply. Wireless communication between the MOG_HDTNode and the MOG_HDCNode is made possible via the SX1272 RF Module. The RTC Module maintains accurate timing inside the system, while the Relay Module is probably used to control the granulators' on and off operations. An efficient local control arrangement is facilitated by the visual indications that LED indicators provide regarding operating condition.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a"," "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes" and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", "third", and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
The MOG_HDTNode and the MOG_HDCNode, two essential parts of this invention, work together to make it work. Local granulator control and monitoring are the main functions of the MOG_HDTNode, which consists of a TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, Relay Module, RTC Module, LED Indicator, and Power Supply. Wireless communication between the MOG_HDTNode and the MOG_HDCNode is made possible via the SX1272 RF Module. The RTC Module maintains accurate timing inside the system, while the Relay Module is probably used to control the granulators' on and off operations. An efficient local control arrangement is facilitated by the visual indications that LED indicators provide regarding operating condition.
On the other hand, the MOG_HDCNode with its TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, NuttyFiWiFi Board, Touch HMI Display, and Power Supply is intended to offer a remote control feature and an intuitive user interface. The Touch HMI Display facilitates operator interaction with the granulator system by serving as an easy-to-use control panel. The MOG_HDCNode may now connect to the internet and communicate with a personalized web dashboard thanks to the NuttyFiWiFi Board. This dashboard offers a flexible and easy way to manage operations by enabling authorized staff to remotely monitor and control the granulators over the internet.
BEST METHOD OF WORKING
The MOG_HDTNode equipped with a TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, Relay Module, RTC Module, LED Indicator, and Power Supply, designed for efficient on-site operation, enabling relay control, real-time clock synchronization, and visual indicators for granulators in rubber crumb manufacturing.
The MOG_HDCNode outfitted with a TI MSP430 Board, SX1272 RF Module, NuttyFiWiFi Board, Touch HMI Display, and Power Supply, enabling seamless remote monitoring and control of granulators in the rubber industry via a customized web dashboard.
A TI MSP430 Board integrated into both MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode, providing essential microcontroller functions for effective local and remote control, ensuring seamless operation in the granulator control system.
An SX1272 RF Module embedded within both motes, enabling wireless communication between MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode, allowing real-time data transfer for precise granulator control in rubber crumb manufacturing.
A Relay Module integrated within the MOG_HDTNode, facilitating on/off control of granulators, acting as a critical link between the control system and machinery, improving operational efficiency in rubber crumb manufacturing.
An RTC Module integrated within MOG_HDTNode, ensuring precise timing synchronization for efficient scheduling and control of granulator operations, enhancing overall system accuracy and dependability.
A NuttyFiWiFi Board in the MOG_HDCNode enabling internet connectivity, allowing remote monitoring and control of granulators, thereby enhancing operational flexibility and providing access to a personalized web dashboard.
A Touch HMI Display in the MOG_HDCNode offering an intuitive interface for operators, enabling authorized personnel to monitor and control granulator operations effectively in the rubber crumb manufacturing process.
A Power Supply connected to both MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode, ensuring consistent and reliable operation of the granulator control system, supporting the various hardware components necessary for efficient rubber crumb manufacturing.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The SX1272 RF Module and sophisticated hardware components are used by the MOG_HDTNode, which serves as the local control hub, to facilitate effective on-site operation. This features LED indicators designed specifically for granulators in the rubber crumb manufacturing process, relay control, and real-time clock synchronization.
2. The MOG_HDCNode functions as the internet-enabled remote control center, providing an intuitive interface. Through a personalized web dashboard, this enables smooth remote monitoring and management of granulators in the rubber business.
3. An essential component in enabling wireless communication between the MOG_HDTNode and MOG_HDCNode is the SX1272 RF Module. Serving as a crucial element for both local and distant operations in the rubber crumb manufacturing process, it permits real-time data transfer for granulator control.
4. The MOG_HDTNode uses the Relay Module to manage the granulators' on and off operations, improving local operating capabilities by creating a vital connection between the control system and the actual machinery used in the production of rubber crumb.
5. Accurate timing synchronization is ensured by the RTC Module built into the MOG_HDTNode, which helps with the effective control and scheduling of granulator operations in the rubber crumb manufacturing process. This improves the accuracy and general dependability of the system.
6. The MOG_HDCNode'sNuttyFiWiFi Board provides internet access, allowing for easy communication with a personalized web interface. It increases operational flexibility and accessibility by giving authorized workers the capacity to remotely monitor and manage granulators in the rubber industry.
7. The MOG_HDCNode's Touch HMI Display functions as an easy-to-use user interface. It makes it possible for operators to communicate effectively with the granulator control system, offering authorised staff an easy-to-use platform to oversee and control operations in the rubber crumb manufacturing process remotely.
, Claims:We Claim:
1. A System for Operating Granulators used in Rubber Crumb Manufacturing in the Rubber Industry through SX1272 RF equipped Touch HMI Display and Cloud TechnologycomprisesVAFFTMote system equipped with an ATmega16 MCU Board, ZigBee Module, Vibration Sensor, Accelerometer, RTC Module, and Power Supply, enabling real-time vibration data capture and FFT analysis for DTH drills in mining operations.
2. The system as claimed in Claim 1, further comprising an ATmega16 MCU Board, ZigBee Module, ESP01 WiFi Board, Touch Screen TFT Display, Speaker, and Power Supply, providing a gateway for receiving data from the VAFFTMote and facilitating on-site and remote monitoring via a cloud server.
3. The system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the ATmega16 MCU Board integrated into both VAFFTMote and VAFFTCMote, serving as the central processing unit, enabling efficient data collection, analysis, and communication for vibration monitoring and FFT analysis in DTH drills.
4. The system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein enabling wireless data transmission between VAFFTMote and VAFFTCMote, ensuring reliable communication for vibration monitoring and FFT analysis in mining operations.
5. The system as claimed in Claim 1, whereinproviding real-time vibration data crucial for monitoring and analyzing DTH drills' performance, enhancing maintenance and operational efficiency.
6. The system as claimed in Claim 1, whereinproviding precise timestamping for data collected, supporting accurate FFT analysis and improving reliability in vibration monitoring.
7. The system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein enabling cloud connectivity, allowing remote access to vibration data and FFT analysis for DTH drills in mining environments.
8. The system as claimed in Claim 1, whereinproviding an interface for local visualization of real-time data and FFT analysis, enhancing operator awareness and decision-making in mining operations.
9. The system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein supporting continuous operation of both VAFFTMote and VAFFTCMote, ensuring reliable data collection and monitoring for DTH drills in the mining industry.

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