WIRELESS OPERATIONAL METHODOLOGY TO FOR POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS WITHIN OIL AND GAS INDUSTRIES FACILITY

Abstract

Wireless operational System for positive displacement pumps within oil and gas industries facility comprises ATmega8 MCU Board (130), an XBee Module (105), an XBee Base (110), an actuator (120), a buzzer (125), and a power supply (115), allows local operators to manage Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, thereby improving operational efficiency and control. he XRF_WOMRmote serves as a remote-control interface, enabling authorized personnel to remotely manage Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industries Facilities via a web dashboard connected to the Internet and a customized keypad, this extends control capabilities and makes real-time monitoring easier, the device is equipped with an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, a GSM modem, an indicator, and a power supply.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to wireless operational methodology to for positive displacement pumps within oil and gas industries facility.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The innovative wireless control system for Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industry Facilities revolutionizes operational flexibility and efficiency. When on-site and remote control functions are combined, operators can manage pump operations locally with a customized keypad, and authorized staff can monitor pump operations remotely with an Internet-connected web dashboard. The system's use of wireless communication technologies ensures continuous connectivity, allowing for real-time control and monitoring.
The management and observation of Positive Displacement An important issue facing the oil and gas sector is pumps found in facilities. Due to inefficiency, possible safety risks, and limited access for remote monitoring, the existing infrastructure mostly relies on traditional manual methods for pump operation. More complex and automated solutions are desperately needed, as the industry demands increased operational control, instantaneous data accessibility, and the ability to monitor pump systems from a remote location as well as on-site.
US20210310475A1: A drive system for a pump includes a housing, first and second fluid displacement members, and a reciprocating member configured to mechanically displace the first and second fluid displacement members through respective suction strokes. The housing and fluid displacement members define an internal pressure chamber configured to be filled with a working fluid having a charge pressure. The internal pressure chamber is configured such that the working fluid simultaneously exerts the charge pressure on the first and second fluid displacement members.
RESEARCH GAP: XBee and Cloud integrated technology for operation control in Oil and Gas Industries is the novelty of the system.
CA2686773C: A positive displacement pump having a valve with an actuation guide for assisting its actuation. The valve may be configured for controlling fluid communication relative to a chamber of the pump with the valve actuation guide positioned external to the chamber and configured to assist in the controlling. The valve actuation guide itself may include an arm extending into a valve actuation assembly below the valve. In such embodiments, the arm may be reciprocated by crankshaft, hydraulic, or other means. Alternatively, the valve actuation assembly may include electromagnetic means for assisting in actuation of the valve.
REEARCH GAP: XBee and Cloud integrated technology for operation control in Oil and Gas Industries 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 XRF_WOMCmote and XRF_WOMRmote components of this invention function as a wireless control system for Positive Displacement Pumps in Facilities Used in the Oil and Gas Industry. Let's examine each component's functionality in more detail. The ATmega8 MCU Board, XBee Module, XBee Base, Actuator, Buzzer, and Power Supply are all included with the XRF_WOMCmote. An actuator for on/off functions and a personalized keypad are components of local control. A Wireless Personal Area Network is formed using the XBee Module, which permits short-range wireless communication (WPAN). The addition of a buzzer turns this component into a localized control unit for Positive Displacement Pumps by giving operators auditory feedback during control activities. As opposed to this, XRF_WOMRmote includes an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, a GSM modem, an indicator, a customized keypad, and a power supply. By incorporating GSM technology, this part increases control capabilities outside of the local area.
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 XRF_WOMCmote and XRF_WOMRmote components of this invention function as a wireless control system for Positive Displacement Pumps in Facilities Used in the Oil and Gas Industry. Let's examine each component's functionality in more detail. The ATmega8 MCU Board, XBee Module, XBee Base, Actuator, Buzzer, and Power Supply are all included with the XRF_WOMCmote. An actuator for on/off functions and a personalized keypad are components of local control. A Wireless Personal Area Network is formed using the XBee Module, which permits short-range wireless communication (WPAN). The addition of a buzzer turns this component into a localized control unit for Positive Displacement Pumps by giving operators auditory feedback during control activities. As opposed to this, XRF_WOMRmote includes an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, a GSM modem, an indicator, a customized keypad, and a power supply. By incorporating GSM technology, this part increases control capabilities outside of the local area.
Personnel with authorization can operate the pump remotely thanks to the GSM modem's remote control access feature. A visual feedback system provides information about the pump's status, and the personalized keypad is still a component of the UI. Furthermore, local wireless connection is facilitated by XBee technology, and the GSM modem increases control range by connecting to an Internet-accessible web dashboard that may be customized. Adding these two elements to the Positive Displacement Pumps' operational process is the main operation of this innovation. By using a local keypad, operators can control the pump remotely using XRF_WOMRmote, which uses XBee-based WPAN and GSM technologies. Authorized individuals can also control the pump remotely using XRF_WOMCmote. Improved accessibility is provided by the cloud-based technology, which provides a web dashboard with a customizable centralized control interface.
BEST METHOD OF WORKING
1. Through a customized keypad and wireless communication, the XRF_WOMCmote, which is equipped with an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, an actuator, a buzzer, and a power supply, allows local operators to manage Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, thereby improving operational efficiency and control.
2. The XRF_WOMRmote serves as a remote control interface, enabling authorized personnel to remotely manage Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industries Facilities via a web dashboard connected to the Internet and a customized keypad. This extends control capabilities and makes real-time monitoring easier. The device is equipped with an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, a GSM modem, an indicator, and a power supply.
3. The ATmega8 MCU Board, which is integrated into both motes, is utilized in this innovation for wireless administration of Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities to facilitate control logic and provide computational capabilities.
4. In the novel system intended for Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, the XBee Module, which is also integrated into both motes, serves as an essential wireless communication component, creating a Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) to facilitate smooth data exchange and control commands between the on-site and remote units.
5. The actuator included in XRF_WOMCmote is utilized to physically regulate the on and off operations of Positive Displacement Pumps in facilities serving the oil and gas industries. This enhances the system's overall automation and efficiency.
6. The GSM modem included in XRF_WOMRmote is used to improve accessibility for authorized personnel and enable real-time management from a distance by enabling remote control and monitoring of Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities via mobile networks.
7. A user-friendly and effective control system is facilitated by the Customized Keypad included into XRF_WOMRmote, which is utilized to allow operators and authorized people to input commands and control Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities.
8. The Power Supply, which plugs into each of the motes, provides the electrical energy required to keep the entire cutting-edge system for wirelessly controlling positive displacement pumps in oil and gas industry facilities running.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. Using a customized keypad and wireless connectivity, the XRF_WOMCmote serves as the on-site control unit in this innovation, enabling local operators to manage Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities. This function improves control and operating efficiency.
2. Authorized workers can remotely control Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industry Facilities by using the XRF_WOMRmote, which functions as a remote control interface. This is accomplished by means of an Internet-connected online dashboard and a personalized keypad, which increase control capabilities and enable real-time monitoring.
3. In order to create a Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN), the XBee Module is an essential wireless communication component. This network makes it easier for the unique system made for Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industry Facilities to exchange data and control commands between the on-site and remote units.
4. By physically controlling the on and off operations of Positive Displacement Pumps inside Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, the Actuator plays a crucial part in the invention. This addition greatly improves the system's overall automation and effectiveness.
5. Positive displacement pumps in oil and gas industry facilities may be controlled and orders entered by authorized people and operators alike thanks to the Customized Keypad's user-friendly interface. This feature aids in the creation of an effective and user-friendly control system.
6. By enabling remote control and monitoring of Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities over mobile networks, the GSM Modem expands the innovation's operational range. This improves accessibility for authorized staff and makes remote real-time management possible.
, Claims:1. A Wireless operational system for positive displacement pumps within oil and gas industries facility comprises ATmega8 MCU Board (130), an XBee Module (105), an XBee Base (110), an actuator (120), a buzzer (125), and a power supply (115), allows local operators to manage Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, thereby improving operational efficiency and control.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the XRF_WOMRmote serves as a remote-control interface, enabling authorized personnel to remotely manage Positive Displacement Pumps in Oil and Gas Industries Facilities via a web dashboard connected to the Internet and a customized keypad, extends control capabilities and makes real-time monitoring easier, and is equipped with an ATmega8 MCU Board, an XBee Module, an XBee Base, a GSM modem, an indicator, and a power supply.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ATmega8 MCU Board, which is integrated into both motes, is utilized in this innovation for wireless administration of Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities to facilitate control logic and provide computational capabilities.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein in the novel system intended for Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities, the XBee Module, which is also integrated into both motes, serves as an essential wireless communication component, creating a Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) to facilitate smooth data exchange and control commands between the on-site and remote units.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the actuator included in XRF_WOMCmote is utilized to physically regulate the on and off operations of Positive Displacement Pumps in facilities serving the oil and gas industries, this enhances the system's overall automation and efficiency.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the GSM modem included in XRF_WOMRmote is used to improve accessibility for authorized personnel and enable real-time management from a distance by enabling remote control and monitoring of Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities via mobile networks.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a user-friendly and effective control system is facilitated by the Customized Keypad included into XRF_WOMRmote, which is utilized to allow operators and authorized people to input commands and control Positive Displacement Pumps within Oil and Gas Industries Facilities.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Power Supply, which plugs into each of the motes, provides the electrical energy required to keep the entire cutting-edge system for wirelessly controlling positive displacement pumps in oil and gas industry facilities running.

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