公开(公告)号：US10911256B2

公开(公告)日：2021-02-02

申请号：US15654460

申请日：2017-07-19

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Charles Reid Benes ,  Rebecca Fay Premus ,  Michael Kent Ruth ,  Carol L. Stimmel ,  Adrian Christopher Tuck ,  Andrew James Wheeler

IPC: H04L12/28

Abstract: Methods and systems for providing consumer directed energy management are described. Consumer defined triggers provide consumers and utilities with the ability to control residential energy usage, by managing manage multiple residential load control elements. A user interface is provided separately from the load control elements to allow the consumer to define his or her schedule and preferences for the purposes of controlling the multiple load control elements. In addition, settings on load control elements can be automatically adjusted based on information about consumer schedules and preferences obtained from other sources. In some embodiments, a utility interface allows utilities to implement improved energy load control. When a utility expects to implement a load control event, the utility can monitor consumer schedules and/or preferences, in order to achieve the desired energy reduction while reducing the impact on participating consumers' comfort.

公开(公告)号：US20170288401A1

公开(公告)日：2017-10-05

申请号：US15476857

申请日：2017-03-31

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Marissa Hummon ,  Chris Black ,  Jake Meier ,  Patrick Sullivan ,  Brett Feldman

IPC: H02J3/00 ,  H02J9/00

CPC classification number: G05B15/02 ,  G06Q10/04 ,  H02J2003/003 ,  H02J2003/007 ,  Y02E60/76 ,  Y04S40/22

Abstract: A facility providing systems and methods for managing and optimizing energy consumption and/or production is provided. The facility provides techniques for optimizing energy-consuming and energy-producing systems to meet specified demands or goals in accordance with various constraints. The facility relies on models to generate an optimization for an energy system. In order to use generic models to simulate and optimize energy consumption for an energy system, the generic models are calibrated to properly represent or approximate conditions of the energy system during the optimization period. After the appropriate models have been calibrated for a given situation using one or more modeling parameter sets, the facility can simulate inputs and responses for the corresponding system. The facility uses the generated simulations to generate a plan or control schedule to be implemented by the energy system during the optimization period.

公开(公告)号：US09329212B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-03

申请号：US14634435

申请日：2015-02-27

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Charles Reid Benes ,  Rebecca Fay Premus ,  Michael Kent Ruth ,  Carol L. Stimmel ,  Adrian Christopher Tuck ,  Andrew James Wheeler

IPC: G05D3/12 ,  G01R21/00 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04L29/08

CPC classification number: G01R21/00 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04L67/10

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing collaborative energy benchmarking are described. Information including background data, energy consumption data, temporal data, and/or other information is gathered from multiple sources and stored in a central database. Based on the stored information, energy benchmarks are created for measuring residential energy usage. Energy usage data is displayed to consumers in multiple formats, and permits consumers to directly compare their energy usage data to other consumers or groups of consumers, in addition to their own energy usage. In some embodiments, energy challenge programs encourage reduction of energy usage. Through such programs, consumers create and present challenges for themselves and/or other consumers, such as to reduce energy usage during a given timeframe. The progress of the group and individual consumers is displayed during the course of a challenge.

公开(公告)号：US20160004290A1

公开(公告)日：2016-01-07

申请号：US14679971

申请日：2015-04-06

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Michael Bukhin ,  Paul Cole ,  Robert Faludi ,  Demetrie Tyler

IPC: G06F1/32 ,  H02J13/00

CPC classification number: G06F1/3234 ,  G05B2219/2639 ,  G06F1/3206 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  G06Q50/06 ,  H02J3/14 ,  H02J13/001 ,  H02J2003/143 ,  Y02B70/3225 ,  Y02B70/3266 ,  Y04S20/222 ,  Y04S20/242

Abstract: A method and system for managing energy usage in a building is provided. The method includes collecting data on energy consumption in the building on a generally continuous basis for at least a given time period. Information relating to the energy consumption is displayed to a user on one or more devices. The information includes (a) the data collected on energy consumption to be displayed in real-time on the one or more devices, (b) a comparison of the data collected on energy consumption in the building to energy consumption data of a cohort or group of cohorts, (c) recommendations for reducing energy consumption in the building based on the data collected on energy consumption, and (d) progress report data comparing the data collected on energy consumption to a desired consumption level.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于管理建筑物中的能源使用的方法和系统。 该方法包括在一般持续的基础上至少在给定时间段内收集建筑物中的能量消耗的数据。 与能量消耗相关的信息在一个或多个设备上显示给用户。 信息包括（a）在一个或多个设备上实时显示能量消耗收集的数据，（b）将建筑物的能源消耗收集的数据与队列或组的能量消耗数据进行比较 （c）根据能源消耗收集的数据降低建筑物的能源消耗量的建议;（d）进度报告数据，将收集的能源消耗数据与期望的消费水平进行比较。

公开(公告)号：US20140218209A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-07

申请号：US13761124

申请日：2013-02-06

Applicant: TENDRIL NETWORKS, INC.

Inventor： Mark Koch

IPC: G08C19/00

CPC classification number: G08C17/02 ,  G08C2201/112 ,  G08C2201/114

Abstract: A facility comprising systems, methods, and techniques for collecting data indicative of energy consumption and/or energy production by energy systems and devices and providing the data to interested users and devices in real-time is described. The facility may comprise an energy gateway device coupled to one or more monitored devices, one or more energy data extraction servers, and one or more client computers. The energy gateway devices and energy data extraction servers are coupled to a network and are configured to collect energy consumption and/or energy production data from one or more devices and provide an indication of the collected data in real-time or near real-time. The facility may collect current energy consumption or production rates, predicted energy consumption or production levels over a future period of time, and/or amounts of energy that has been consumed or produced by the device over a previous period of time.

Abstract translation: 描述了包括用于收集指示能量系统和设备的能量消耗和/或能量产生的数据并且将数据实时地向感兴趣的用户和设备提供数据的系统，方法和技术的设施。 该设施可以包括耦合到一个或多个受监视设备，一个或多个能量数据提取服务器和一个或多个客户端计算机的能量网关设备。 能量网关设备和能量数据提取服务器耦合到网络并且被配置为从一个或多个设备收集能量消耗和/或能量生产数据，并且实时或接近实时地提供所收集的数据的指示。 该设施可以收集当前的能量消耗或生产率，未来时间段内的预计能量消耗或生产水平，和/或设备在以前时间段内消耗或产生的能量量。

公开(公告)号：US10379508B2

公开(公告)日：2019-08-13

申请号：US15081807

申请日：2016-03-25

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Eric M. Shiflet

IPC: F24F11/30 ,  G05B19/042 ,  G05D23/19 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  F24F110/00 ,  F24F110/10 ,  F24F140/60

Abstract: A facility for performing setpoint adjustment-based duty cycling techniques by adjusting the setpoint of a device or component is described. The facility reduces energy consumption for a system, such as an HVAC system, or device by adjusting or modulating an associated setpoint or temperature setting. The facility modulates the setpoint between a base setpoint value and another setpoint value based on a mode of the system. When the system is in a cooling mode, the facility modulates the temperature between the base setpoint value and a higher setpoint value. When the system is in heating mode, the facility modulates the temperature between the base setpoint value and a lower setpoint value. The facility may modulate the setpoint between the two setpoint values based on an offset value or a fixed setpoint value.

公开(公告)号：US10281895B2

公开(公告)日：2019-05-07

申请号：US15232659

申请日：2016-08-09

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Ashish Agarwal

IPC: G05B19/00 ,  G05B15/00 ,  G05B19/048 ,  G05B15/02

Abstract: A facility employing systems, methods, and/or techniques for dynamically and adaptively configuring configurable energy consuming and producing devices (e.g., smart energy devices) based on user profiles and user presence information is disclosed. In some embodiments, the facility periodically detects the presence of users, and retrieves preference information for those users. For each of one or more configurable energy devices in the area, the facility generates a combined setting based on the preferences of each user present and adjusts the devices based on the combined settings. For example, if User A, User B, and User C are present in a room and User A's preferred temperature setting is 75° F., User B's preferred temperature setting is 68° F., and User C's preferred temperature setting is 70° F., the facility may generate a combined setting for a thermostat by taking the average value of the users in the room.

公开(公告)号：US20160298868A1

公开(公告)日：2016-10-13

申请号：US15081807

申请日：2016-03-25

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Eric M. Shiflet

IPC: F24F11/00 ,  G05B19/042

CPC classification number: G05B19/042 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F2110/00 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  F24F2140/60 ,  G05B2219/2614 ,  G05B2219/2639 ,  G05D23/1923 ,  G06Q10/06

Abstract: A facility for performing setpoint adjustment-based duty cycling techniques by adjusting the setpoint of a device or component is described. The facility reduces energy consumption for a system, such as an HVAC system, or device by adjusting or modulating an associated setpoint or temperature setting. The facility modulates the setpoint between a base setpoint value and another setpoint value based on a mode of the system. When the system is in a cooling mode, the facility modulates the temperature between the base setpoint value and a higher setpoint value. When the system is in heating mode, the facility modulates the temperature between the base setpoint value and a lower setpoint value. The facility may modulate the setpoint between the two setpoint values based on an offset value or a fixed setpoint value.

Abstract translation: 描述了通过调整设备或组件的设定点来执行基于设定点调整的占空比技术的设备。 该设施通过调整或调整相关的设定值或温度设置来降低系统（如HVAC系统或设备）的能耗。 设备根据系统的模式调整基准设定值和另一设定值之间的设定值。 当系统处于冷却模式时，设备将调节基准设定值和较高设定值之间的温度。 当系统处于加热模式时，设备将调节基准设定值和较低设定值之间的温度。 设备可以基于偏移值或固定设定值调节两个设定值之间的设定值。

公开(公告)号：US09423779B2

公开(公告)日：2016-08-23

申请号：US13761119

申请日：2013-02-06

Applicant: Tendril Networks, Inc.

Inventor： Ashish Agarwal

IPC: G01M1/38 ,  G05B13/00 ,  G05B15/00 ,  G05D23/00 ,  G05B15/02

CPC classification number: G05B19/048 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642

Abstract: A facility employing systems, methods, and/or techniques for dynamically and adaptively configuring configurable energy consuming and producing devices (e.g., smart energy devices) based on user profiles and user presence information is disclosed. In some embodiments, the facility periodically detects the presence of users, and retrieves preference information for those users. For each of one or more configurable energy devices in the area, the facility generates a combined setting based on the preferences of each user present and adjusts the devices based on the combined settings. For example, if User A, User B, and User C are present in a room and User A's preferred temperature setting is 75° F., User B's preferred temperature setting is 68° F., and User C's preferred temperature setting is 70° F., the facility may generate a combined setting for a thermostat by taking the average value of the users in the room.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种使用基于用户简档和用户存在信息来动态地和自适应地配置可配置能量消耗和产生设备（例如，智能能量设备）的系统，方法和/或技术的设施。 在一些实施例中，设施周期性地检测用户的存在，并检索这些用户的偏好信息。 对于该区域中的一个或多个可配置能量设备中的每一个，设备基于存在的每个用户的偏好来生成组合设置，并且基于组合的设置来调整设备。 例如，如果用户A，用户B和用户C存在于房间，用户A的首选温度设置为75°F，则用户B的首选温度设置为68°F，用户C的首选温度设置为70° F.，设备可以通过获取房间中的用户的平均值来生成恒温器的组合设置。

公开(公告)号：US20140222210A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-07

申请号：US13761119

申请日：2013-02-06

Applicant: TENDRIL NETWORKS, INC.

Inventor： Ashish Agarwal

IPC: G05B15/02

CPC classification number: G05B19/048 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642

Abstract: A facility employing systems, methods, and/or techniques for dynamically and adaptively configuring configurable energy consuming and producing devices (e.g., smart energy devices) based on user profiles and user presence information is disclosed. In some embodiments, the facility periodically detects the presence of users, and retrieves preference information for those users. For each of one or more configurable energy devices in the area, the facility generates a combined setting based on the preferences of each user present and adjusts the devices based on the combined settings. For example, if User A, User B, and User C are present in a room and User A's preferred temperature setting is 75° F., User B's preferred temperature setting is 68° F., and User C's preferred temperature setting is 70° F., the facility may generate a combined setting for a thermostat by taking the average value of the users in the room.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种使用基于用户简档和用户存在信息来动态地和自适应地配置可配置能量消耗和产生设备（例如，智能能量设备）的系统，方法和/或技术的设施。 在一些实施例中，设施周期性地检测用户的存在，并检索这些用户的偏好信息。 对于该区域中的一个或多个可配置能量设备中的每一个，设备基于存在的每个用户的偏好来生成组合设置，并且基于组合的设置来调整设备。 例如，如果用户A，用户B和用户C存在于房间，用户A的首选温度设置为75°F，则用户B的首选温度设置为68°F，用户C的首选温度设置为70° F.，设备可以通过获取房间中的用户的平均值来生成恒温器的组合设置。