China Yangtze Power Applies for Patent on "AI-Based Intelligent Maintenance Control Method and System for Power Plants"

China Yangtze Power Applies for Patent on "AI-Based Intelligent Maintenance Control Method and System for Power Plants"On December 13, 2024, the State Intellectual Property Office of China revealed that China Yangtze Power Company Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Yangtze Power") has applied for a patent titled "A kind of AI-based intelligent maintenance control method and system for power plants," with publication number CN119109955A and an application date of August 2024. The core of this patented technology lies in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology to achieve intelligent and automated maintenance of power plants, significantly improving maintenance efficiency and safety, and reducing operational costs

China Yangtze Power Applies for Patent on "AI-Based Intelligent Maintenance Control Method and System for Power Plants"

On December 13, 2024, the State Intellectual Property Office of China revealed that China Yangtze Power Company Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Yangtze Power") has applied for a patent titled "A kind of AI-based intelligent maintenance control method and system for power plants," with publication number CN119109955A and an application date of August 2024. The core of this patented technology lies in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology to achieve intelligent and automated maintenance of power plants, significantly improving maintenance efficiency and safety, and reducing operational costs.

The patent abstract details the core components and operational processes of the method and system. The core of the method involves constructing a blockchain network with patrol robots as nodes, and using AI technology for intelligent scheduling and control. Initially, the system identifies all patrol robots capable of performing inspection tasks and selects some as nodes in the blockchain network. The establishment of this blockchain network ensures the transparency, security, and immutability of patrol task allocation. Each node records its own status information and task execution status, preventing information silos and enabling data sharing and collaborative work.

When the system receives new patrol task instructions, it intelligently selects suitable patrol robots to execute the task based on the occupancy status of each node in the current blockchain network. This intelligent scheduling mechanism not only improves resource utilization and avoids task conflicts but also optimizes task allocation based on the real-time status of the robots and the urgency of the tasks. For example, if a patrol robot is already operating at full capacity, the system automatically selects other idle robots to undertake new tasks, ensuring the continuity and efficiency of maintenance work. This offers significant advantages over traditional manual scheduling, eliminating the influence of human factors and improving the accuracy and efficiency of decision-making.

The system uses AI algorithms to analyze and process data collected by the patrol robots, enabling real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of power plant equipment. The AI algorithms can identify potential equipment failures and provide early warnings, thus preventing major equipment failures, reducing downtime, and minimizing economic losses. For example, by analyzing equipment operating data, the system can predict the remaining lifespan of equipment and schedule maintenance in advance, thereby preventing unexpected shutdowns. This not only improves the stable operation efficiency of the power plant but also reduces maintenance costs and enhances economic benefits.

Furthermore, the patented technology considers system security and reliability. The application of blockchain technology ensures the security of data transmission and the transparency of task allocation, preventing data tampering or loss. The system also incorporates redundancy mechanisms to ensure that the entire system can continue to operate even if some nodes fail, improving system robustness. This design considers the specific operational characteristics of power plants, guaranteeing system stability and security and avoiding single points of failure.

This patent application reflects Yangtze Power's proactive exploration in technological innovation and its emphasis on improving the intelligent level of power plants. By combining AI and blockchain technology, this technology is expected to significantly improve the maintenance efficiency and safety of power plants, reduce operational costs, and drive the power generation industry towards intelligent and automated development. This is not only of significant importance to Yangtze Power's own development but also provides valuable experience and reference for technological advancements in the entire power industry.

This technology breaks through the limitations of traditional power plant maintenance models, achieving a shift from experience-based reliance to data-driven, intelligent decision-making. It not only improves maintenance efficiency and reduces labor costs but more importantly enhances the accuracy and safety of maintenance, reducing the possibility of human error and ensuring the stable operation of the power plant. This is of significant importance for improving the reliability and stability of power supply and provides a solid guarantee for national energy security.

Yangtze Power's patent application marks a new advancement in China's intelligent management of power plants and provides a reference for the intelligent transformation and upgrading of other industries. In the future, as AI and blockchain technologies continue to develop and mature, this technology is expected to be more widely applied, promoting the intelligent development of more industries. This also reflects the determination and action of enterprises in actively embracing new technologies and promoting industrial upgrading. This move has not only enhanced the enterprise's own competitiveness but also contributed to national technological progress and socioeconomic development. In future development, we have reason to expect this technology to bring benefits and transformation to more industries. The successful application of this patented technology will have a profound impact on the intelligent transformation and upgrading of China's power industry and provide new ideas for the development of the global energy industry.