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| * Helps operators determine if **additional batteries, solar panels, or load rescheduling** are needed. | * Helps operators determine if **additional batteries, solar panels, or load rescheduling** are needed. | ||
| - | ===== 4. Implementation Guidelines ===== | + | |
| + | ===== 4. Optional Generator Integration ===== | ||
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| + | AOFS supports optional generator-based backup to supplement energy supply for irrigation and other actuator events. | ||
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| + | * **Automatic Generator Start (Optional)** | ||
| + | * If a compatible generator with remote start/stop interface is available, the system **may automatically start** it when energy is insufficient for scheduled events. | ||
| + | * Remote interfaces can include: relay, Modbus, CAN, or other compatible protocols. | ||
| + | * Automatic start **requires safety interlocks**: | ||
| + | * Prevent start during maintenance. | ||
| + | * Prevent overload or dry-run conditions. | ||
| + | * All starts/ | ||
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| + | * **Manual Alert Generator Start (Optional)** | ||
| + | * If a generator exists but cannot be automatically started, AOFS can **alert operators** when battery or energy is insufficient. | ||
| + | * Example alert: " | ||
| + | * Operators can then **manually start** the generator. | ||
| + | * The system continues to monitor energy availability and advise operators on priority and schedule adjustments. | ||
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| + | * **Integration with Event Prioritization** | ||
| + | * Both automatic and manual generator options respect **event urgency**. | ||
| + | * Low-priority irrigation can be delayed, while high-priority events trigger generator use. | ||
| + | * Energy logs and operator actions are **recorded** to support farm management decisions and future optimization. | ||
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| + | * **Optional Analytics** | ||
| + | * Tracks generator runtime, energy supplied, and efficiency. | ||
| + | * Helps farm managers decide if **additional batteries, solar panels, or load rescheduling** are needed. | ||
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| + | ===== 5. Implementation Guidelines ===== | ||
| * AOFS compliance does **not require any specific power source, monitoring, or energy-aware operation**. | * AOFS compliance does **not require any specific power source, monitoring, or energy-aware operation**. | ||
| * Optional monitoring modules should follow AOFS **data logging and offline-first principles**. | * Optional monitoring modules should follow AOFS **data logging and offline-first principles**. | ||
| * All controllers and modules, regardless of power source, **must enforce local fail-safes** for pumps, valves, and critical irrigation operations. | * All controllers and modules, regardless of power source, **must enforce local fail-safes** for pumps, valves, and critical irrigation operations. | ||
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