A ZIGBEE AND CLOUD-INTEGRATED SOLUTION FOR ENHANCED OPERATIONAL CONTROL AND MONITORING OF VOLUMETRIC FILLING MACHINES IN THE CHEMICAL INDUSTRY

Abstract

A zigbee and cloud-integrated solution for enhanced operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry comprises the ZBCI_CDVFNode (100) which is outfitted with an STM32 Board (100F), a ZigBee Module (100E), an Actuator Module (100D), an RTC (100A), an indicator (100B), and a power supply (100C) uses cutting-edge hardware components and ZigBee technology. This ensures dependable control algorithm execution, real-time communication, and seamless system integration. The ZBCI_RDVFNode is used as a remote-control interface, facilitating communication with the ZBCI_CDVFNode and other nodes, its ESP32 WiFi Board also enables internet connectivity for remote monitoring and control of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, providing operators and authorized personnel with a versatile and accessible solution, The ZBCI_RDVFNode is equipped with an STM32 Board, a ZigBee Module, a Custom Keypad, and a Rechargeable Power Supply.

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Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a zigbee and cloud-integrated solution for enhanced operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The chemical industry's operational management and monitoring of volumetric filling equipment is revolutionized by this ground-breaking solution. It makes efficient use of integration and communication technologies to enable remote and local management of these units. With a customized keypad interface made for on-site operations, operators and authorized workers may effectively supervise the filling process. Furthermore, a web dashboard that provides an intuitive interface for online control and real-time monitoring is available for remote access to the system.
Effective control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines is a key difficulty faced by the chemical industry, which can lead to hazards and inefficiencies. For authorized workers as well as operators, the current technologies do not offer the necessary flexibility and real-time accessibility. Making decisions quickly is hampered by the potential imprecision of manual control interfaces and the lack of a remote monitoring option.
US10954112B2: An apparatus for filling containers with fluid includes a volumetric filling valve. The volumetric filling valve includes a valve stem having a gas valve portion and a fluid valve portion. An interior passageway of the gas valve portion is positioned interior of the valve stem, wherein the interior passageway positioned to supply a quantity of gas to a filling nozzle. A gas valve actuator is mechanically connected to the valve stem, wherein the gas valve actuator controls an activation of the gas valve portion. A fluid valve actuator is mechanically connected to the valve stem, wherein the fluid valve actuator controls an activation of the fluid valve portion. The volumetric filling valve may be positioned within a filling head container with the gas valve portion positioned at least partially within a quantity of gas and the fluid valve portion positioned within a quantity of fluid.
RESEARCH GAP:A Wireless operational Control innovation through ZigBee and IoT for Volumetric Filling Machine in chemical industry is the novelty of the system.
CN106115583B: A kind of beverage filling device shortens the production time when type of the beverage of change filling. The beverage filling device has the sterile chamber that beverage is sent to the beverage supplying system piping of filling machine to and at least surrounded filling machine, wherein, there are at least two programs in following programs: executing to the COP carried out in the aseptic cavity room and be piped to the beverage supplying system the first program corresponding with without soda is sterilized of the interior CIP carried, Execute to COP, the SOP carried out in the aseptic cavity room and be piped to the beverage supplying system the second program corresponding with peracidity beverage of the interior CIP carried out and SIP, Execute to COP, the SOP carried out in the aseptic cavity room and be piped to the beverage supplying system third program corresponding with low acidic beverage of the interior CIP carried out and SIP, optionally execute any one of them program, by selecting first program when the beverage is without sterilization soda, second program is selected when the beverage is peracidity beverage, the third program is selected when the beverage is low acidic beverage, before the filling of corresponding beverage starts, purified accordingly in beverage supplying system piping and in the aseptic cavity room.
RESEARCH GAP: A Wireless operational Control innovation through ZigBee and IoT for Volumetric Filling Machine in chemical industry 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 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 well thought-out fusion of cutting-edge technology and hardware components forms the foundation of this invention. The ZBCI_RDVFNode and ZBCI_CDVFNode are two important nodes that have different functions in making sure that control and monitoring are done well. Direct control of the volumetric filling machines is handled by the ZBCI_CDVFNode, which uses an STM32 Board as its primary CPU to carry out control algorithms. The communication interface is the ZigBee Module, which makes it easy to communicate with other nodes. In response to commands given by the system, volumetric filling machines are physically operated by an actuator module. Accurate timing is ensured by the integration of a Real-Time Clock (RTC), and operational status is visually communicated through an indicator. Every component runs steadily and dependably thanks to a specific power supply.
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 well thought-out fusion of cutting-edge technology and hardware components forms the foundation of this invention. The ZBCI_RDVFNode and ZBCI_CDVFNode are two important nodes that have different functions in making sure that control and monitoring are done well. Direct control of the volumetric filling machines is handled by the ZBCI_CDVFNode, which uses an STM32 Board as its primary CPU to carry out control algorithms. The communication interface is the ZigBee Module, which makes it easy to communicate with other nodes. In response to commands given by the system, volumetric filling machines are physically operated by an actuator module. Accurate timing is ensured by the integration of a Real-Time Clock (RTC), and operational status is visually communicated through an indicator. Every component runs steadily and dependably thanks to a specific power supply.
The ZBCI_RDVFNode, on the other hand, is devoted to making remote control and monitoring possible. It establishes communication with the ZBCI_CDVFNode and other network nodes by using an STM32 Board and a ZigBee Module. An ESP32 WiFi Board is included to increase internet connectivity and enable remote access. When required, a Custom Keypad can be used as a local interface to provide manual control options for operators. Even in the event that a reliable power source is unavailable, the rechargeable battery supply guarantees uninterrupted operation. ZigBee technology is used throughout the system to enable dependable and effective node-to-node communication. Cloud integration can be achieved by utilizing the ESP32 WiFi Board of the ZBCI_RDVFNode, which enables the development of a personalized user interface that can be accessed via a web dashboard. Offering a practical and adaptable way to oversee the industrial process, this web interface allows operators and authorized workers to remotely monitor and control the condition of volumetric filling machines.
BEST METHOD OF WORKING
To enable accurate and effective operational control of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, the ZBCI_CDVFNode-which is outfitted with an STM32 Board, a ZigBee Module, an Actuator Module, an RTC, an indicator, and a power supply-uses cutting-edge hardware components and ZigBee technology. This ensures dependable control algorithm execution, real-time communication, and seamless system integration.
The ZBCI_RDVFNode is used as a remote control interface, facilitating communication with the ZBCI_CDVFNode and other nodes. Its ESP32 WiFi Board also enables internet connectivity for remote monitoring and control of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, providing operators and authorized personnel with a versatile and accessible solution. The ZBCI_RDVFNode is equipped with an STM32 Board, a ZigBee Module, a Custom Keypad, and a Rechargeable Power Supply.
In the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, the STM32 Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, is used to provide the computational power required for executing control algorithms and facilitating seamless communication between components.
The two motes each have a ZigBee Module that serves as a communication interface. This module makes it possible for nodes to connect wirelessly and efficiently, which guarantees smooth coordination and control in the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.
In the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, the STM32 Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, is used to provide the computational power required for executing control algorithms and facilitating seamless communication between components.
The two motes each have a ZigBee Module that serves as a communication interface. This module makes it possible for nodes to connect wirelessly and efficiently, which guarantees smooth coordination and control in the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.
The ZBCI_RDVFNode's Custom Keypad allows on-site operators to communicate directly with the system, giving them physical control over volumetric filling equipment used in the chemical sector and guaranteeing operational management flexibility.
The ZBCI_RDVFNode's Rechargeable Power Supply, which is a plugin, is utilized to guarantee the ZBCI_RDVFNode's continuous operation, even in the absence of a constant power source. This adds to the innovative solution's resilience and dependability for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The ZBCI_CDVFNode serves as the central control unit, enabling accurate and effective operational control of volumetric filling machines in the chemical sector by utilizing cutting-edge hardware components and ZigBee technology. This guarantees smooth system integration, real-time communication, and the dependable execution of control algorithms.
2. The ZBCI_RDVFNode facilitates communication between the ZBCI_CDVFNode and other nodes by acting as the remote control interface. It provides internet connectivity for volumetric filling machine remote monitoring and control in the chemical industry through its ESP32 WiFi Board. This offers a convenient and adaptable solution to operators and authorized workers.
3. The ZigBee Module is essential for enabling dependable and effective wireless connectivity between nodes as the communication interface. In the creative solution created for improved operational management and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical sector, this guarantees smooth coordination and control.
4. The Actuator Module translates system commands into exact actions, acting as the physical control mechanism. This guarantees precise and responsive operation by giving the ZBCI_CDVFNode direct control over volumetric filling equipment in the chemical sector.
5. The ESP32 WiFi Board gives the ZBCI_RDVFNode internet connectivity, which improves its usefulness. Through a personalized web dashboard, it allows remote access to the system, making it easier to monitor and control volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry in real time. This provides a practical and adaptable solution for operators and authorized workers.
6. On-site operators can communicate with the ZBCI_RDVFNode directly thanks to the Custom Keypad, which serves as a local interface for the device. This gives operational management flexibility in the chemical sector by giving manual control over volumetric filling equipment.
, Claims:1. A ZIGBEE and cloud-integrated system for enhanced operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry comprises the ZBCI_CDVFNode (100) which is outfitted with an STM32 Board (100F), a ZigBee Module (100E), an Actuator Module (100D), an RTC (100A), an indicator (100B), and a power supply (100C) uses cutting-edge hardware components and ZigBee technology and ensures dependable control algorithm execution, real-time communication, and seamless system integration.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ZBCI_RDVFNode is used as a remote control interface, facilitating communication with the ZBCI_CDVFNode and other nodes, its ESP32 WiFi Board also enables internet connectivity for remote monitoring and control of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, providing operators and authorized personnel with a versatile and accessible solution, The ZBCI_RDVFNode is equipped with an STM32 Board, a ZigBee Module, a Custom Keypad, and a Rechargeable Power Supply.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, the STM32 Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, is used to provide the computational power required for executing control algorithms and facilitating seamless communication between components.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the two motes each have a ZigBee Module that serves as a communication interface, this module makes it possible for nodes to connect wirelessly and efficiently, which guarantees smooth coordination and control in the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry, the STM32 Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, is used to provide the computational power required for executing control algorithms and facilitating seamless communication between components.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the two motes each have a ZigBee Module that serves as a communication interface, this module makes it possible for nodes to connect wirelessly and efficiently, which guarantees smooth coordination and control in the creative solution for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ZBCI_RDVFNode's Custom Keypad allows on-site operators to communicate directly with the system, giving them physical control over volumetric filling equipment used in the chemical sector and guaranteeing operational management flexibility.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ZBCI_RDVFNode's Rechargeable Power Supply, which is a plugin, is utilized to guarantee the ZBCI_RDVFNode's continuous operation, even in the absence of a constant power source, this adds to the innovative solution's resilience and dependability for improved operational control and monitoring of volumetric filling machines in the chemical industry.

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