公开(公告)号：US08554376B1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-08

申请号：US13632093

申请日：2012-09-30

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Joseph Ruff ,  Mark Malhotra

IPC: G05D23/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05D23/1904 ,  G05D23/1927 ,  G05D23/1931 ,  H04L12/2825 ,  H04L12/2834 ,  H04L2012/285

Abstract: The current application is directed to intelligent controllers that continuously, periodically, or intermittently monitor progress towards one or more control goals under one or more constraints in order to achieve control that satisfies potentially conflicting goals. An intelligent controller may alter aspects of control, dynamically, while the control is being carried out, in order to ensure that goals are obtained and a balance is achieved between potentially conflicting goals. The intelligent controller uses various types of information to determine an initial control strategy as well as to dynamically adjust the control strategy as the control is being carried out.

公开(公告)号：US20140156085A1

公开(公告)日：2014-06-05

申请号：US14085594

申请日：2013-11-20

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yash Modi ,  Yoky Matsuoka ,  Mark Malhotra

IPC: G05D23/19

CPC classification number: F24F11/62 ,  F24F11/0012 ,  F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/64 ,  F24F2011/0063 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  G05B13/04 ,  G05D23/19 ,  G05D23/1919 ,  G06N5/048

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention describe thermostats that use model predictive controls and related methods. A method of controlling a thermostat using a model predictive control may involve determining a parameterized model. The parameterized model may be used to predicted ambient temperature values for an enclosure. A set of radiant heating system control strategies may be selected for evaluation to determine an optimal control strategy from the set of control strategies. To determine the optimal control strategy, a predictive algorithm may be executed, in which each control strategy is applied to the parameterized model to predict an ambient temperature trajectory and each ambient temperature trajectory is processed in view of a predetermined assessment function. Processing the ambient temperature trajectory in this manner may involve minimizing a cost value associated with the ambient temperature trajectory. The radiant heating system may subsequently be controlled according to the selected optimal control strategy.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例描述了使用模型预测控制和相关方法的恒温器。 使用模型预测控制来控制恒温器的方法可以包括确定参数化模型。 参数化模型可用于预测外壳的环境温度值。 可以选择一套辐射加热系统控制策略进行评估，以从控制策略集中确定最佳控制策略。 为了确定最佳控制策略，可以执行预测算法，其中每个控制策略应用于参数化模型以预测环境温度轨迹，并且考虑到预定的评估功能来处理每个环境温度轨迹。 以这种方式处理环境温度轨迹可能涉及最小化与环境温度轨迹相关联的成本值。 可以随后根据所选择的最佳控制策略来控制辐射加热系统。

公开(公告)号：US08600561B1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-03

申请号：US13632152

申请日：2012-09-30

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yash Modi ,  Yoky Matsuoka ,  Mark Malhotra

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/62 ,  F24F11/0012 ,  F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/64 ,  F24F2011/0063 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  G05B13/04 ,  G05D23/19 ,  G05D23/1919 ,  G06N5/048

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention describe thermostats that use model predictive controls and related methods. A method of controlling a thermostat using a model predictive control may involve determining a parameterized model. The parameterized model may be used to predicted ambient temperature values for an enclosure. A set of radiant heating system control strategies may be selected for evaluation to determine an optimal control strategy from the set of control strategies. To determine the optimal control strategy, a predictive algorithm may be executed, in which each control strategy is applied to the parameterized model to predict an ambient temperature trajectory and each ambient temperature trajectory is processed in view of a predetermined assessment function. Processing the ambient temperature trajectory in this manner may involve minimizing a cost value associated with the ambient temperature trajectory. The radiant heating system may subsequently be controlled according to the selected optimal control strategy.

公开(公告)号：US20150300892A1

公开(公告)日：2015-10-22

申请号：US14256741

申请日：2014-04-18

Applicant: NEST LABS, INC.

Inventor： Kara Malhotra ,  Yoky Matsuoka ,  Mark Malhotra ,  Allen Minich ,  Joseph Ruff

IPC: G01K13/00 ,  F24F11/00 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G01M99/00

CPC classification number: G01K13/00 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/58 ,  F24F11/62 ,  F24F11/64 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  G05D23/1917 ,  H04L12/2807

Abstract: Techniques for determining and using a thermodynamic model that characterizes a thermodynamic response of an enclosure conditioned by an HVAC system are disclosed. To determine a thermodynamic model, temperature information when the HVAC system operates in a first state may first be received. A response interval may then be determined where the response interval indicates an estimated time between when the HVAC system begins operating in the first state and when the temperature within the enclosure begins to change in a direction associated with the first state. Weighting factors corresponding to basis functions may then be determined, where the weighted basis functions characterize the temperature trajectory of the enclosure in response to the HVAC system operating in the first state. The basis functions may include a first basis function that is evaluated from a time that the HVAC system begins operating in the first state until a time when the response interval ends, and a second basis function that is evaluated beginning at the time when the response interval ends.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定和使用表征由HVAC系统调节的外壳的热力学响应的热力学模型的技术。 为了确定热力学模型，可以首先接收HVAC系统处于第一状态时的温度信息。 然后可以确定响应间隔，其中响应间隔指示在HVAC系统在第一状态下开始操作之间以及当机壳内的温度开始在与第一状态相关联的方向上改变时的估计时间。 然后可以确定与基础功能相对应的加权因子，其中加权基函数表征响应于处于第一状态的HVAC系统的外壳的温度轨迹。 基础功能可以包括从HVAC系统开始以第一状态开始运行直到响应间隔结束的时间来评估的第一基本功能，以及从响应间隔开始时评估的第二基本功能 结束。

公开(公告)号：US09298197B2

公开(公告)日：2016-03-29

申请号：US13866578

申请日：2013-04-19

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Mark Malhotra ,  Evan J. Fisher

IPC: G05D23/19 ,  F24F11/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/62 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/46 ,  F24F11/52 ,  F24F11/58 ,  F24F11/61 ,  F24F11/64 ,  F24F11/65 ,  F24F2110/00 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  F24F2120/20 ,  F24F2140/60 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05D23/1917

Abstract: Apparatus, systems, methods, and related computer program products for optimizing a schedule of setpoint temperatures used in the control of an HVAC system. The systems disclosed include an energy management system in operation with an intelligent, network-connected thermostat located at a structure. The thermostat includes a schedule of setpoint temperatures that is used to control an HVAC system associated with a structure in which the thermostat is located. The schedule of setpoint temperatures is continually adjusted by small, unnoticeable amounts so that the schedule migrates from the original schedule to an optimal schedule. The optimal schedule may be optimal in terms of energy consumption or some other terms.

Abstract translation: 用于优化在HVAC系统的控制中使用的设定点温度的装置，系统，方法和相关的计算机程序产品。 所公开的系统包括在位于结构处的智能的网络连接的恒温器运行的能量管理系统。 恒温器包括用于控制与恒温器所在的结构相关联的HVAC系统的设定点温度的时间表。 设定值温度的调度由小而不明显的数量不断调整，以便调度从原始调度迁移到最优调度。 最佳时间表在能量消耗或其他一些术语方面可能是最佳的。

公开(公告)号：US20140236360A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-21

申请号：US13970164

申请日：2013-08-19

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Joseph Adam Ruff ,  Mark Malhotra

IPC: G05D23/19

CPC classification number: F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05D23/1904 ,  G05D23/1927 ,  G05D23/1931 ,  H04L12/2825 ,  H04L12/2834 ,  H04L2012/285

Abstract: The current application is directed to intelligent controllers that continuously, periodically, or intermittently monitor progress towards one or more control goals under one or more constraints in order to achieve control that satisfies potentially conflicting goals. An intelligent controller may alter aspects of control, dynamically, while the control is being carried out, in order to ensure that goals are obtained and a balance is achieved between potentially conflicting goals. The intelligent controller uses various types of information to determine an initial control strategy as well as to dynamically adjust the control strategy as the control is being carried out.

Abstract translation: 目前的应用针对智能控制器，其在一个或多个约束下连续，周期地或间歇地监视朝向一个或多个控制目标的进展，以便实现满足潜在冲突目标的控制。 智能控制器可以在控制正在执行时动态地改变控制的方面，以确保获得目标并在潜在的冲突目标之间实现平衡。 智能控制器使用各种类型的信息来确定初始控制策略，以及在执行控制时动态调整控制策略。

公开(公告)号：US20140317029A1

公开(公告)日：2014-10-23

申请号：US13864929

申请日：2013-04-17

Applicant: NEST LABS, INC.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Evan J. Fisher ,  Mark Malhotra ,  Mark D. Stefanski

IPC: G06N99/00

CPC classification number: G05D23/1919 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642 ,  G06K9/6256 ,  G06N5/025 ,  G06N7/005 ,  G06N20/00

Abstract: The current application is directed to intelligent controllers that use sensor output and electronically stored information to determine whether or not one or more types of entities are present within an area, volume, or environment monitored by the intelligent controllers. The intelligent controllers select operational modes and/or modify control schedules with respect to the presence and absence of the one or more entities. The intelligent controllers selectively carry out scheduled control operations during periods of time when one or more types of entities are determined not to be in a controlled environment.

Abstract translation: 目前的应用针对使用传感器输出和电子存储信息的智能控制器来确定由智能控制器监视的区域，体积或环境中的一个或多个类型的实体是否存在。 智能控制器针对一个或多个实体的存在和不存在选择操作模式和/或修改控制时间表。 智能控制器在一个或多个类型的实体被确定为不处于受控环境的期间选择性地执行调度控制操作。

公开(公告)号：US20140101082A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-10

申请号：US14099760

申请日：2013-12-06

Applicant: NEST LABS, INC.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Evan J. Fisher ,  Mark Malhotra ,  Mark D. Stefanski ,  Rangoli Sharan ,  Frank E. Astier

IPC: G06N99/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642 ,  G05D23/1902 ,  G06N99/005 ,  H04L12/2829 ,  H04Q9/00 ,  H04Q2209/10

Abstract: The current application is directed to intelligent controllers that use sensor output and electronically stored information, including one or more of electronically stored rules, parameters, and instructions, to determine whether or not one or more types of entities are present within an area, volume, or environment monitored by the intelligent controllers. The intelligent controllers select operational modes and modify control schedules with respect to the presence and absence of the one or more entities. The intelligent controllers employ feedback information to continuously adjust the electronically stored parameters and rules in order to minimize the number of incorrect inferences with respect to the presence or absence of the one or more entities and in order to maximize the efficiency by which various types of systems controlled by the intelligent controllers carry out selected operational modes.

Abstract translation: 目前的应用涉及使用传感器输出和电子存储信息的智能控制器，其包括电子存储的规则，参数和指令中的一个或多个，以确定一个或多个类型的实体是否存在于区域， 或由智能控制器监控的环境。 智能控制器选择操作模式并修改关于一个或多个实体的存在和不存在的控制时间表。 智能控制器使用反馈信息来连续地调整电子存储的参数和规则，以便相对于一个或多个实体的存在或不存在来最小化不正确的推论的数量，并且为了最大化各种类型的系统的效率 智能控制器控制器执行选择的操作模式。

公开(公告)号：US08630741B1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-14

申请号：US13632070

申请日：2012-09-30

Applicant: Nest Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Yoky Matsuoka ,  Evan J. Fisher ,  Mark Malhotra ,  Mark D. Stefanski ,  Rangoli Sharan ,  Frank E. Astier

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642 ,  G05D23/1902 ,  G06N99/005 ,  H04L12/2829 ,  H04Q9/00 ,  H04Q2209/10

Abstract: The current application is directed to intelligent controllers that use sensor output and electronically stored information, including one or more of electronically stored rules, parameters, and instructions, to determine whether or not one or more types of entities are present within an area, volume, or environment monitored by the intelligent controllers. The intelligent controllers select operational modes and modify control schedules with respect to the presence and absence of the one or more entities. The intelligent controllers employ feedback information to continuously adjust the electronically stored parameters and rules in order to minimize the number of incorrect inferences with respect to the presence or absence of the one or more entities and in order to maximize the efficiency by which various types of systems controlled by the intelligent controllers carry out selected operational modes.

Abstract translation: 目前的应用涉及使用传感器输出和电子存储的信息（包括电子存储的规则，参数和指令中的一个或多个）的智能控制器，以确定一个或多个类型的实体是否存在于区域， 或由智能控制器监控的环境。 智能控制器选择操作模式并修改关于一个或多个实体的存在和不存在的控制时间表。 智能控制器使用反馈信息来连续地调整电子存储的参数和规则，以便相对于一个或多个实体的存在或不存在来最小化不正确的推论的数量，并且为了最大化各种类型的系统的效率 智能控制器控制器执行选择的操作模式。