Vestas Wind Systems had two patents in internet of things during Q4 2023. The patent filed by Vestas Wind Systems AS in Q4 2023 relates to verifying connections between a computing unit and a device in a fieldbus network of a wind turbine sub-assembly. The method involves forwarding a request to a program element in the network components to establish a communication connection and determine if the connection exists. GlobalData’s report on Vestas Wind Systems gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vestas Wind Systems grant share with internet of things as a theme is 0% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Verification of fieldbus network connected devices in a wind turbine sub-assembly (Patent ID: US20230318874A1)
The patent filed by Vestas Wind Systems AS pertains to a method, computer program product, and apparatus for verifying connections between a computing unit and a device in a fieldbus network of a wind turbine sub-assembly. The method involves forwarding a request to a program element within the network components to establish a communication path between selected components and the device, providing a response on the existence of the connection, and identifying any faults if the connection cannot be established. The network components can include computing units, ethernet switches, and CAN networks, while the device can be a sensor, transducer, or network component.
Furthermore, the method includes provisions for handling signals from sensors, providing operational values, identifying faults, and offering user guidance. The verification process can be conducted before or after placing the sub-assembly in a wind turbine. The computer program product includes software code for the verification process, while the apparatus comprises a computing unit and a program element within the network components to facilitate the connection verification process. Overall, the invention aims to ensure the integrity and functionality of connections within the fieldbus network of wind turbine sub-assemblies through a systematic and sequenced communication establishment process.
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