BT Group has been granted a patent for a network of sensors and actuators that monitor and control an environment based on predetermined policies. The system includes a reliability monitoring element to assess the effectiveness of policies by comparing sensor inputs with intended outcomes. The check function ensures actions move the system towards specified states. GlobalData’s report on BT Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Monitoring and controlling environment using sensors and actuators
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11888606B2) discloses a network of sensors and actuators designed for monitoring and controlling an environment based on predetermined policies. The network includes a policy decision point, a data store for policy maintenance, and a policy execution point. An innovative reliability monitoring element is integrated into the network to assess the effectiveness of individual policies. This element measures the input from sensors post-policy implementation, compares it with the intended outcome, and uses a check action to evaluate if the system is moving towards the desired state specified by the policy. Additionally, a quality ranking system is implemented to prioritize policies based on their effectiveness in achieving the system state.
Furthermore, the patent outlines a method for monitoring and controlling an environment using sensors and actuators in line with predetermined policies. The method involves comparing sensor inputs with policy outcomes to evaluate policy effectiveness. Each policy includes a check action to assess its application results, with a quality ranking system determining the policy's impact on moving the system towards the desired state. Policies are then controlled based on their quality ranking, with low-ranking policies triggering alerts on the user interface. Additionally, a semantic context broker function is introduced to monitor policy performance rankings from multiple sensors, generating a reliability value for the sensor based on the policies triggered. This innovative approach aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of monitoring and controlling systems in various environments.
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