Thermal management system and vehicle

By integrating an electronically controlled heat exchanger into the vehicle thermal management system and using a reversing valve to switch the circuit connection, the problems of overheating of electrical components and high space costs are solved, achieving efficient and stable heat dissipation management.

CN224476802UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-10ANQING WELLING AUTO PARTS CO LTD +2
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ANQING WELLING AUTO PARTS CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-10-24
Publication Date
2026-07-10

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Technical Problem

In existing vehicle thermal management systems, the controllers of electrical components on multiple circuits are prone to overheating, and configuring a separate heat sink for each controller increases the system's space requirements and costs.

Method used

The integrated electronic heat exchanger integrates multiple controllers into one unit and places it on the first loop. The heat exchanger on this loop is used for unified heat dissipation management. The loop connection is flexibly switched by the reversing valve to achieve effective cooling and protection of the electronically controlled components that generate a lot of heat.

Benefits of technology

It achieves effective cooling protection for electronically controlled components that generate a lot of heat under high load conditions, reduces the number of heat sinks, lowers costs, and improves the efficiency and stability of the thermal management system.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of thermal management system and vehicle, it is related to thermal management field.The thermal management system includes: reversing valve, first, second and third circuit;First circuit is equipped with radiator, integrated electric control heat exchanger, first drive pump;Second circuit is equipped with battery heat exchange module;Third circuit is equipped with temperature-adjusting heat exchange module, two ends of these circuits are connected reversing valve respectively;Reversing valve includes: two switching states, in first switching state, first circuit is connected with second circuit, in second switching state, first circuit is connected with third circuit;Integrated electric control heat exchanger includes: heat exchange shell and integrated controller, there is cooling flow channel in heat exchange shell, there is inlet and outlet on heat exchange shell, which are communicated with cooling flow channel, and are connected on first circuit by inlet and outlet;Integrated controller is arranged in heat exchange shell, and it at least includes the controller of reversing valve and first drive pump.This kind of thermal management system integrates multiple controllers, and it is convenient to realize efficient heat dissipation management.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of thermal management, and more specifically to a thermal management system and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In the thermal management systems of some existing vehicles, there is a risk of overheating in the controllers of electrical components on multiple circuits. Configuring a separate radiator for each controller would increase the space occupied by the thermal management system and raise the overall cost.

[0003] Therefore, there is room for improvement in the thermal management system. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, the first aspect of the present invention aims to provide a thermal management system in which multiple controllers are integrated into one unit, facilitating efficient heat dissipation management.

[0005] The second aspect of this utility model aims to provide a vehicle.

[0006] A thermal management system according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: a reversing valve, a first circuit, a second circuit, and a third circuit; the first circuit is provided with a radiator, an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger, and a first drive pump, and both ends of the first circuit are connected to the reversing valve; the second circuit is provided with a battery heat exchange module for heat exchange with a battery, and both ends of the second circuit are connected to the reversing valve; the third circuit is provided with a temperature regulating heat exchange module for at least regulating the temperature of the passenger compartment, and both ends of the third circuit are connected to the reversing valve; the reversing valve includes at least: a first switching state and a second switching state, wherein the first switching state is... In the first switching state, the first circuit is connected to the second circuit; in the second switching state, the first circuit is connected to the third circuit. The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger includes a heat exchange shell and an integrated controller. The heat exchange shell has a cooling channel and an inlet and outlet communicating with the cooling channel. The heat exchange shell is connected to the first circuit via the inlet and outlet. The integrated controller is located within the heat exchange shell to dissipate heat to the coolant in the cooling channel. The integrated controller includes at least the controller for the reversing valve and the controller for the first drive pump.

[0007] According to the thermal management system of this utility model embodiment, by centralizing the controllers of the electrically controlled components with high heat generation in the thermal management system onto an integrated electrically controlled heat exchanger, which is also located in the first loop, the integrated electrically controlled heat exchanger can fully utilize the heat sink resources in the first loop to achieve maximum heat dissipation and cooling effects. This design ensures that even under high load conditions, the electrically controlled components with high heat generation can receive effective cooling protection, thereby guaranteeing their stable operation. More importantly, placing the integrated electrically controlled heat exchanger on the first loop means that whether the first loop is connected to the second or third loop, it will not affect the heat dissipation protection of the integrated electrically controlled heat exchanger, achieving efficient heat dissipation management.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the heat exchange housing includes: a heat-conducting base; an electronically controlled end cover, which covers one side of the heat-conducting base and defines a receiving cavity between the end cover and the heat-conducting base, wherein the integrated controller is located in the receiving cavity and is mounted on the heat-conducting base; and a liquid-sealed shell, which covers the other side of the heat-conducting base and defines a cooling flow channel between the liquid-sealed shell and the heat-conducting base, wherein the liquid inlet and the liquid outlet are both provided on the liquid-sealed shell.

[0009] In some embodiments, the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger further includes: heat dissipation fins, which are disposed within the cooling channel and connected to the heat-conducting base.

[0010] In some alternative embodiments, there are multiple heat dissipation fins, which are spaced apart along the direction from the liquid inlet to the liquid outlet.

[0011] In some alternative embodiments, the heat dissipation fins and the heat-conducting base are integrally formed.

[0012] In some alternative embodiments, thermally conductive adhesive is applied between the integrated controller and the thermally conductive base.

[0013] The thermal management system according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes: an air conditioning subsystem, the air conditioning subsystem including: a compressor; a condenser connected to the compressor; an evaporator connected to the compressor; a throttling device connected between the condenser and the evaporator; the third loop includes two, one of which is a temperature-regulating heat exchange module for thermal management of the condenser, and the other of which is a temperature-regulating heat exchange module for thermal management of the evaporator; the integrated controller further includes a controller for the compressor and the throttling device.

[0014] In some optional embodiments, the temperature-regulating heat exchange module that performs thermal management with the condenser further includes a warm air core; the temperature-regulating heat exchange module that performs thermal management with the evaporator further includes a cold air core.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the thermal management system of the present invention, the third circuit is further provided with: a second drive pump; the integrated controller further includes a controller for the second drive pump.

[0016] The vehicle according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes the thermal management system described in the first aspect embodiment.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a thermal management system in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is another configuration diagram of the thermal management system in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the control components of the integrated controller in some embodiments of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger in some embodiments of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a configuration diagram of a thermal management system (with the reversing valve in a second switching state) in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a configuration diagram of the thermal management system (with the reversing valve in the second switching state) in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a configuration diagram of the thermal management system (with the reversing valve in the first switching state) in some embodiments of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the thermal management system (in the third switching state with the reversing valve open) in some embodiments of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the connection of the eight-way valve of the thermal management system in some embodiments of this utility model.

[0028] Figure label:

[0029] Thermal Management System 100

[0030] Reversing valve 10

[0031] First circuit 10, radiator 11, integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12, heat exchange shell 121, liquid inlet 1211, liquid outlet 1212, heat-conducting base 1213, electronically controlled end cover 1214, receiving cavity 1215, liquid seal shell 1216, heat dissipation fins 1217, integrated controller 122, cooling flow channel 123, first drive pump 13.

[0032] Second circuit 20, battery 22, battery heat exchange module 23

[0033] Third circuit 30, temperature control heat exchange module 31, second drive pump 33, bypass pipeline 34.

[0034] Air conditioning subsystem 40, compressor 41, condenser 42, condensing channel 421, first heat exchange channel 422, evaporator 43, evaporating channel 431, second heat exchange channel 432, throttling device 44, heating core 45, cooling core 46.

[0035] First interface 201, second interface 202, third interface 203, fourth interface 204, fifth interface 205, sixth interface 206, seventh interface 207, eighth interface 208. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0039] The following is for reference. Figure 1 - Figure 8 A thermal management system 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, a thermal management system 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0041] A thermal management system 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes: a reversing valve 50, a first circuit 10, a second circuit 20, and a third circuit 30.

[0042] Through the coordinated operation of the reversing valve 50 and the components in the first circuit 10, the second circuit 20 and the third circuit 30, precise management of heat inside the vehicle can be achieved, including thermal management of the battery 22 and temperature regulation of the passenger compartment.

[0043] The reversing valve 50 is the central control component of the thermal management system 100. It is responsible for flexibly switching the connection status between different circuits according to the actual needs of the vehicle.

[0044] like Figure 2 As shown, the first loop 10 is equipped with a radiator 11, an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12, and a first drive pump 13, and the two ends of the first loop 10 are connected to a reversing valve 50; the second loop 20 is equipped with a battery heat exchange module 23 for heat exchange with the battery 22, and the two ends of the second loop 20 are connected to a reversing valve 50; the third loop 30 is equipped with a temperature regulating heat exchange module 31 for at least regulating the temperature of the crew cabin, and the two ends of the third loop 30 are connected to a reversing valve 50.

[0045] The first loop 10 is one of the main circulation paths of the thermal management system 100, and it is connected to the radiator 11, the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 and the first drive pump 13.

[0046] The radiator 11 is a component of the thermal management system 100, which is responsible for dissipating the heat absorbed in the first loop 10.

[0047] Optionally, the radiator 11 is located at the front of the vehicle. The radiator 11 can dissipate heat by utilizing the airflow generated when the vehicle is in motion. The radiator 11 is used to ensure that the coolant temperature is significantly reduced after flowing through it, providing the necessary conditions for the subsequent cooling process.

[0048] The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 includes a heat exchange shell 121 and an integrated controller 122. The heat exchange shell 121 is provided with a cooling channel 123. The heat exchange shell 121 is provided with an inlet 1211 and an outlet 1212 that communicate with the cooling channel 123. The heat exchange shell 121 is connected to the first circuit 10 through the inlet 1211 and the outlet 1212. The integrated controller 122 is located in the heat exchange shell 121 to dissipate heat to the coolant in the cooling channel 123. The integrated controller 122 includes at least a reversing valve 50 and a controller for the first drive pump 13.

[0049] Combination Figure 3 In this application, the controllers of the electrical components with high heat generation in the thermal management system 100 are centralized on the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12. The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 is also located on the first loop 10. Thus, the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 can utilize the radiator 11 on the first loop 10 to achieve maximum heat dissipation and cooling. This ensures that the electrical components with high heat generation can receive cooling protection and operate normally under any conditions.

[0050] Placing the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 on the first loop 10 ensures that the heat dissipation protection of the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 is not affected regardless of whether the first loop 10 is connected to either the second loop 20 or the third loop 30.

[0051] The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 integrates thermal management and electronic control functions. It enables seamless integration of electronic control components with the thermal management system 100.

[0052] The first drive pump 13 is the power source of the thermal management system 100, and it is responsible for providing the necessary circulation power for the first circuit 10. Through the operation of the first drive pump 13, the coolant can continuously circulate in the first circuit 10, thereby realizing the transfer and regulation of heat.

[0053] The second circuit 20 connects to the battery heat exchange module 23, which exchanges heat with the battery 22. This is because the battery 22 generates a large amount of heat during operation, and if it is not dissipated in time, it may affect the performance and lifespan of the battery 22. Therefore, the second circuit 20 transfers the heat generated by the battery 22 to the coolant through the battery heat exchange module 23, and then the heat is circulated away by the coolant in the second circuit 20. In this way, the second circuit 20 achieves effective thermal management of the battery 22.

[0054] Optionally, the second circuit 20 includes a battery 22. The battery 22 is connected in series with the battery heat exchange module 23.

[0055] The third loop 30 connects to the temperature regulation and heat exchange module 31, which is used to regulate the temperature of the passenger compartment. Specifically, the temperature regulation and heat exchange module 31 uses thermal management to transfer heat from the coolant to the air in the passenger compartment, or to transfer heat from the passenger compartment to the coolant. By controlling the operating state of the temperature regulation and heat exchange module 31, the thermal management system 100 can regulate the temperature of the passenger compartment, thereby improving passenger comfort.

[0056] In the above technical solution, the reversing valve 50 has at least a first switching state and a second switching state.

[0057] In the first switching state, the reversing valve 50 connects the first circuit 10 to the second circuit 20. This allows the coolant in the first circuit 10 to flow through the battery heat exchange module 23, thereby performing thermal management on the battery 22 and regulating its temperature.

[0058] In the second switching state, the reversing valve 50 connects the first circuit 10 to the third circuit 30. This allows the coolant in the first circuit 10 to flow through the temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31, thereby regulating the temperature of the crew compartment.

[0059] By switching the reversing valve 50, the thermal management system 100 can flexibly switch between battery 22 thermal management and passenger compartment temperature regulation according to the actual needs of the vehicle, thereby improving the efficiency and flexibility of the thermal management system 100.

[0060] Specifically, when the second circuit 20 or the third circuit 30 needs heat dissipation, it can be switched by the reversing valve 50, connecting the first circuit 10 to the circuit that needs heat dissipation, and using the heat sink 11 to dissipate heat from the second circuit 20 or the third circuit 30.

[0061] Optionally, the reversing valve 50 also includes a third switching state. In the third switching state, the reversing valve 50 enables the first circuit 10 to form a self-circulation. This allows the coolant in the first circuit 10 to circulate continuously, continuously exchanging heat with the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12.

[0062] Understandably, during the operation of the thermal management system 100, the integrated controller 122 will generate excessive heat, causing its temperature to gradually rise. When the integrated controller 122 overheats, its efficiency and performance will decrease. In some designs, overheating of the integrated controller 122 not only affects its performance but may also cause it to burn out. To solve the above problems, the integrated controller 122 in this application includes a heat exchange housing 121.

[0063] The heat exchange housing 121 is provided with a cooling channel 123, which is the channel for the circulation of coolant. Coolant enters the heat exchange housing 121 through the inlet 1211, circulates in the cooling channel 123, and releases heat. Then, the coolant flows out of the heat exchange housing 121 through the outlet 1212, completing one cycle.

[0064] The integrated controller 122 is an integrated component in the integrated thermal management system 100, and it is located inside the heat exchange housing 121.

[0065] Optionally, the integrated controller 122 integrates the controller of the reversing valve 50 and the controller of the first drive pump 13.

[0066] By integrating multiple controllers (such as the controller of the reversing valve 50 and the controller of the first drive pump 13) into a single component and placing it in the first circuit 10, the heat sink 11 in the first circuit 10 can be used to uniformly dissipate heat from all these controllers.

[0067] The elimination of the need for a separate heatsink 11 for each controller reduces the number and complexity of components in the thermal management system 100. This not only lowers manufacturing costs but also reduces installation and maintenance workload.

[0068] Because all controllers are integrated into a single component and cooled via the first loop 10, overall management and monitoring are easier. This facilitates the timely detection and resolution of potential heat dissipation issues, improving the stability and reliability of the thermal management system 100.

[0069] In the thermal management system 100, the functions and configuration of the integrated controller 122 can be adjusted according to specific needs.

[0070] In some optional embodiments, the heat exchange module 22 of the second loop 20 includes / does not include a controller for the battery heat exchange module 23. The controller for the battery heat exchange module 23 can monitor and control the heat dissipation process of the second loop 20, and can also precisely control the operating state of the battery heat exchange module 23. When the second loop 20 includes a controller for the battery heat exchange module 23, the integrated controller 122 includes the controller for the battery heat exchange module 23.

[0071] If the design of the second loop 20 is relatively simple, then the integrated controller 122 may not include a dedicated battery heat exchange module 23 controller. In this case, the integrated controller 122 mainly focuses on the heat dissipation control of the first loop 10 and other possible loops.

[0072] In some alternative embodiments, the temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 of the third loop 30 includes / does not include a temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 controller. When the third loop 30 includes a temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 controller, the integrated controller 122 includes the temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 controller.

[0073] According to some aspects of this utility model, Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the heat exchange housing 121 includes: a heat-conducting base 1213, an electronic control end cap 1214, and a liquid seal housing 1216. The electronic control end cap 1214 covers one side of the heat-conducting base 1213 and defines a receiving cavity 1215 between itself and the heat-conducting base 1213. An integrated controller 122 is located within the receiving cavity 1215 and is mounted on the heat-conducting base 1213. The liquid seal housing 1216 covers the other side of the heat-conducting base 1213 and defines a cooling flow channel 123 between itself and the heat-conducting base 1213. Both the liquid inlet 1211 and the liquid outlet 1212 are located on the liquid seal housing 1216.

[0074] Optionally, the heat-conducting base 1213 is made of a material with high thermal conductivity, such as copper, aluminum, or a copper-aluminum alloy, to ensure that the heat-conducting base 1213 can quickly and effectively absorb, conduct, and disperse heat.

[0075] The heat-conducting base 1213 is in close contact with the heating element, minimizing thermal resistance through direct contact and thus improving heat transfer efficiency. Optionally, the shape and size of the heat-conducting base 1213 can be very flexible. It can be flat, which provides a uniform contact area and facilitates even heat distribution. It can also be wavy or uneven, which increases the contact points and contact area with the heating element. Alternatively, the shape of the heat-conducting base 1213 can be customized according to the specific application scenario. This ensures the optimal match between the heat-conducting base 1213 and the heating element, thereby maximizing heat transfer efficiency and ensuring the stable operation of the thermal management system 100.

[0076] The electronic control end cover 1214, by covering the heat-conducting base 1213, forms a relatively closed cavity, effectively isolating dust, moisture, and other contaminants from the external environment. This physical isolation can keep the internal environment of the integrated controller 122 clean and prevent short circuits, corrosion, or performance degradation that may be caused by contaminants such as dust and moisture.

[0077] Optionally, a gasket is provided between the electronic control end cover 1214 and the heat-conducting base 1213. The gasket can be a rubber gasket or a silicone sealing strip to further enhance the sealing performance of the receiving cavity 1215. On the one hand, it can prevent the intrusion of external contaminants, and on the other hand, it can resist the effects of water splashes or humid environments to a certain extent, ensuring the operational stability of the integrated controller 122 in various environments.

[0078] In some alternative embodiments, the electronic control end cap 1214 and the heat-conducting base 1213 are detachably connected. This detachable connection allows an operator to open the receiving cavity 1215 when needed to maintain, inspect, or replace the integrated controller 122. This design simplifies maintenance and reduces maintenance costs to some extent.

[0079] The integrated controller 122 is located within a receiving cavity 1215 defined by the electronic control end cover 1214 and the heat-conducting base 1213, and is directly mounted on the heat-conducting base 1213. This configuration ensures that the integrated controller 122 can effectively manage the heat it generates while operating efficiently, preventing overheating.

[0080] Specifically, the integrated controller 122 is directly mounted on the heat-conducting base 1213, with direct contact between the two. This direct contact reduces thermal resistance to some extent, allowing heat to be quickly transferred from the integrated controller 122 to the heat-conducting base 1213.

[0081] Optionally, a high thermal conductivity material layer is provided between the integrated controller 122 and the thermally conductive base 1213. For example, the high thermal conductivity material layer can be thermal paste, thermal pads, etc. By filling the gap with the high thermal conductivity material layer, the tiny gap between the integrated controller 122 and the thermally conductive base 1213 can be reduced or even eliminated, thereby achieving maximum direct contact and further improving heat transfer efficiency.

[0082] A liquid-sealed housing 1216 covers the other side of the thermally conductive base 1213, providing a liquid cooling system for the integrated controller 122. In this liquid cooling system, a cooling channel 123 is formed between the liquid-sealed housing and the thermally conductive base 1213. This cooling channel 123 is used for the flow of the cooling medium.

[0083] Specifically, the integrated controller 122 transfers heat to the thermally conductive base 1213 through direct contact with the thermally conductive base 1213. The heat is then conducted within the thermally conductive base 1213 to distribute it over a larger area, thereby reducing the local temperature.

[0084] Since the other side of the heat-conducting base 1213 is combined with the liquid-sealed shell 1216, a closed cooling channel 123 is formed. The cooling medium circulates, and when the cooling medium flows through the heat-conducting base 1213, thermal management occurs between the cooling medium and the heat-conducting base 1213. After the cooling medium absorbs the heat on the heat-conducting base 1213, the temperature of the heat-conducting base 1213 gradually decreases. This helps to maintain the integrated controller 122 in a relatively stable temperature range, thereby ensuring the reliability of the integrated controller 122.

[0085] Optionally, the cooling medium can be a coolant, such as deionized water, ethylene glycol aqueous solution, etc.; or the cooling medium can be a refrigerant, which utilizes the ability of the refrigerant to absorb a large amount of heat during the evaporation process to improve heat dissipation capacity; or the cooling medium can be other cooling media in the prior art, which will not be elaborated here.

[0086] In some embodiments, the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 further includes: combining Figure 4 Heat dissipation fins 1217 are disposed in the cooling channel 123 and connected to the heat-conducting base 1213.

[0087] Specifically, heat dissipation fins 1217 are disposed on the heat-conducting base 1213 and extend toward the cooling channel 123. The heat dissipation fins 1217 are used to increase the contact area with the cooling medium, thereby transferring heat more effectively.

[0088] Optionally, the heat dissipation fins 1217 can be copper fins, aluminum fins, or alloy fins to ensure that heat can be quickly transferred from the heat-conducting base 1213 to the cooling medium through the heat dissipation fins 1217.

[0089] Here, the heat dissipation fins 1217 can be arranged in various ways, including but not limited to parallel arrangement, staggered arrangement, or spiral arrangement. Parallel arrangement of heat dissipation fins 1217 is simple to manufacture and can provide stable heat dissipation effect; staggered arrangement of heat dissipation fins 1217 can increase the turbulence of the cooling medium in the cooling channel 123 to improve heat exchange efficiency; and spiral arrangement of heat dissipation fins 1217 can provide a longer heat exchange path in a limited space, further improving heat dissipation performance.

[0090] The thickness, spacing, and number of heat dissipation fins 1217 can be adjusted according to user needs, and no specific limitations are imposed here. For example, thinner heat dissipation fins 1217 can increase the contact area with the cooling medium. Appropriate spacing of the heat dissipation fins 1217 can ensure that the cooling medium is evenly distributed in the cooling channel 123, avoiding local overheating and achieving uniform heat dissipation. The number of heat dissipation fins 1217 can be determined according to specific heat dissipation requirements and space constraints.

[0091] In some alternative embodiments, there are multiple heat dissipation fins 1217, which are spaced apart along the direction from the liquid inlet 1211 to the liquid outlet 1212.

[0092] By incorporating multiple heat dissipation fins 1217, the heat exchange area can be increased, thereby improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the thermal management system 100. Furthermore, the spacing between the multiple heat dissipation fins 1217 ensures uniform flow of the cooling medium within the cooling channel 123, improving the heat dissipation uniformity of the heat-conducting base 1213 and preventing localized heat accumulation.

[0093] In some alternative embodiments, the heat dissipation fins 1217 and the heat-conducting base 1213 are integrally formed.

[0094] Here, since the heat dissipation fins 1217 and the heat-conducting base 1213 are integrally molded, there are no additional connecting parts between them, thereby reducing thermal resistance. This means that heat can be transferred more quickly from the integrated controller 122 to the cooling medium, improving heat dissipation efficiency and enabling the thermal management system 100 to manage heat more efficiently, ensuring stable system operation.

[0095] Moreover, the structure of a unibody component is more robust and stable, and can withstand greater thermal and mechanical stress, thereby helping to extend the service life of the heat dissipation system and reduce the risk of damage caused by vibration or impact.

[0096] In addition, the heat dissipation fins 1217 and the heat-conducting base 1213 are integrally molded, so no additional assembly steps are required. This also simplifies the manufacturing and installation process of the thermal management system 100, reducing manufacturing costs and time.

[0097] In some alternative embodiments, thermally conductive adhesive (not shown) is applied between the integrated controller 122 and the thermally conductive base 1213.

[0098] Thermally conductive adhesive combines high thermal conductivity with good adhesion, ensuring a tight fit at the interface while providing an efficient heat conduction path.

[0099] On the one hand, the thermally conductive adhesive can fill the tiny gaps between the integrated controller 122 and the thermally conductive base 1213, thereby reducing or even eliminating the thermal resistance caused by these gaps. This means that heat can be transferred more smoothly from the integrated controller 122 to the thermally conductive base 1213, and then effectively carried away by the cooling medium.

[0100] On the other hand, thermally conductive adhesive can also "bridge" uneven contact surfaces to a certain extent, thereby increasing the actual contact area. Therefore, thermally conductive adhesive not only provides efficient heat conduction, but also serves as a mechanical support layer, enhancing the connection strength between the integrated controller 122 and the thermally conductive base 1213, and improving the stability and reliability of the thermal management system 100.

[0101] like Figure 5 - Figure 8 As shown, the thermal management system 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes an air conditioning subsystem 40.

[0102] The air conditioning subsystem 40 includes: a compressor 41, a condenser 42, an evaporator 43, and a throttling device 44. The condenser 42 is connected to the compressor 41. The evaporator 43 is connected to the compressor 41. The throttling device is connected between the condenser 42 and the evaporator 43.

[0103] The third loop 30 includes two modules: one with a temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 for thermal management of the condenser 42, and the other with a temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 for thermal management of the evaporator 43. The integrated controller 122 also includes a compressor 41 and a controller for a throttling device.

[0104] Among them, compressor 41, as part of air conditioning subsystem 40, is responsible for compressing refrigerant, increasing its temperature and pressure, and providing power for the refrigeration cycle.

[0105] The condenser 42 is directly connected to the compressor 41, receiving high-temperature, high-pressure refrigerant gas and condensing it into high-pressure liquid refrigerant through heat exchange. During this process, the heat released by the refrigerant is absorbed and carried away by the surrounding environment.

[0106] Evaporator 43 is also connected to compressor 41, but is located at the other end of the refrigeration cycle. Here, low-pressure liquid refrigerant absorbs heat from the outside and evaporates, thereby achieving a cooling effect.

[0107] The throttling element 44 is connected between the condenser 42 and the evaporator 43. It is responsible for reducing the pressure and temperature of the liquid refrigerant so that it can effectively absorb heat at a lower boiling point when it enters the evaporator 43.

[0108] The above technical solution includes two third loops 30, each equipped with a temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31. These temperature-regulating heat exchange modules 31 exchange heat with some components in the air conditioning subsystem 40 to achieve temperature control.

[0109] Specifically, one of the third loop 30 temperature regulation and heat exchange modules 31 is specifically used for thermal management with the condenser 42. By adjusting the temperature around the condenser 42, it affects the condensation efficiency of the refrigerant, thereby adjusting the cooling capacity and efficiency of the entire air conditioning subsystem 40.

[0110] Another third loop 30 temperature control and heat exchange module 31 is used for thermal management with evaporator 43. By controlling the temperature around evaporator 43, the evaporation process of refrigerant is optimized, the cooling effect is improved and energy consumption is reduced.

[0111] As components of the air conditioning subsystem 40, the compressor 41 and the throttling device 44 also generate heat during operation. If this heat cannot be dissipated in time, the temperature will rise, thus affecting their normal operation.

[0112] By integrating the controllers of compressor 41 and throttling device 44 into integrated controller 122, the controllers of compressor 41 and throttling device 44 can share the heat dissipation resources in integrated controller 122. This simplifies the structure of thermal management system 100, reduces the number of required components, and makes thermal management more efficient. This not only saves costs but also reduces the space required for installing components.

[0113] Furthermore, due to the reduction in the number of components, the failure risk of the entire thermal management system 100 will be reduced accordingly, further improving the stability and reliability of the thermal management system 100.

[0114] It is worth noting that the type of air conditioner according to the embodiments of this application is not limited, and can be an integrated air conditioner or a split air conditioner. An integrated air conditioner may include a window air conditioner or a portable air conditioner, and a split air conditioner may include a wall-mounted air conditioner or a floor-standing air conditioner.

[0115] In some optional embodiments, the temperature-controlled heat exchange module 31 that performs thermal management with the condenser 42 further includes a warm air core 45; the temperature-controlled heat exchange module 31 that performs thermal management with the evaporator 43 further includes a cold air core 46.

[0116] The heater core 45, as part of the temperature control and heat exchange module 31, manages the heat from the condenser 42. Its main function is to heat the air flowing through it, converting it into warm air. This is achieved through the heat exchange structure designed inside the heater core 45, which effectively absorbs and utilizes the heat released by the condenser 42, transferring this heat energy to the air to heat it. The heated air is then blown out through the air outlet of the heater core 45, providing a warm and comfortable environment inside the vehicle to enhance passenger comfort.

[0117] The cooling core 46 cools the air flowing through it, transforming it into cool, cold air. This is achieved through a heat exchange structure designed inside the cooling core, which efficiently absorbs and utilizes the cooling energy generated by the evaporator 43, transferring this cooling energy to the air and thus cooling it. The cooled air is then expelled through the air outlet of the cooling core 46, providing a cool and comfortable environment inside the vehicle and effectively regulating the ambient temperature.

[0118] Optionally, the reversing valve 50 also includes a fourth switching state. In the fourth switching state, the reversing valve 50 connects the two third circuits 30. This allows the heater core 45 to be directly connected to the evaporator 43, so that the evaporator 43 can dissipate heat to the heater core 45. Specifically, when the reversing valve 50 is in the fourth switching state, the coolant that originally flowed separately to the heater core 45 and the evaporator 43 is now guided through a common path, allowing the heater core 45 to directly receive heat from the evaporator 43. In this process, the heat absorbed by the evaporator 43 in the cooling cycle is effectively transferred to the heater core 45. This allows the heater core 45 to be preheated using the heat accumulated in the evaporator 43 when the vehicle is about to switch from cooling mode to heating mode, thereby accelerating the heating response speed and improving energy efficiency.

[0119] The preheating core 45 can accelerate the heating response speed and improve energy efficiency.

[0120] Specifically, when the reversing valve 50 is in the fourth switching state, the coolant that originally flowed to the heater core 45 and the evaporator 43 respectively is now guided through a common path, allowing the heater core 45 to directly receive heat from the evaporator 43. In this process, the heat absorbed by the evaporator 43 in the refrigeration cycle (i.e., the heat originally used to cool the air inside the vehicle) is effectively transferred to the heater core 45.

[0121] A thermal management system 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 5 - Figure 8 As shown, the third circuit 30 is also equipped with a second drive pump 33. The integrated controller 122 also includes a controller for the second drive pump 33.

[0122] In the above technical solution, the second drive pump 33 provides power to the cooling medium, enabling it to circulate continuously and stably in the third circuit 30.

[0123] By integrating the controller of the second drive pump 33 into the integrated controller 122, the heat dissipation resources in the integrated controller 122 can be shared, thereby simplifying the structure of the thermal management system 100, reducing the number of required components, and making thermal management more efficient. This not only saves costs but also reduces the space required for installing components.

[0124] Furthermore, due to the reduction in the number of components, the failure risk of the entire thermal management system 100 will be reduced accordingly, further improving the stability and reliability of the thermal management system 100.

[0125] In some such Figure 5 - Figure 8In the specific embodiment shown, there are two third loops 30. One third loop 30 includes a condenser 42, a warm air core 45, and a second drive pump 33. The other third loop 30 includes an evaporator 43, a cold air core 46, and a second drive pump 33.

[0126] In some alternative embodiments, combined with Figure 9 The reversing valve 50 is an eight-way valve to enable flexible thermal management strategies. Specifically, the eight-way valve includes eight ports, namely, port 201, port 202, port 203, port 204, port 205, port 206, port 207, and port 208.

[0127] These interfaces are used to connect multiple loops in the thermal management system 100 and control the flow of coolant through different connectivity modes.

[0128] The first circuit 10 is equipped with a radiator 11 and an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12. The two ends of the first circuit 10 are respectively connected to the first port 201 and the second port 202 of an eight-way valve.

[0129] The radiator 11 is used to dissipate heat from the first circuit 10.

[0130] The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 is cooled by heat exchange with the coolant.

[0131] When the first circuit 10 includes an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12, the radiator 11 can be used to dissipate the heat generated by the integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12.

[0132] The second circuit 20 is equipped with a battery heat exchange module 21 for heat exchange with the battery. The two ends of the second circuit 20 are connected to the third port 203 and the fourth port 204 of the eight-way valve.

[0133] One of the third circuits 30 is equipped with a heater core 45 for regulating the temperature of the crew cabin. The two ends of the third circuit 30 are connected to the fifth port 205 and the sixth port 206 of the eight-way valve.

[0134] Another third loop is equipped with a cooling air core 4646 for regulating the temperature of the crew cabin. The two ends of the third loop 40 are connected to the seventh port 207 and the eighth port 208 of the eight-way valve.

[0135] A bypass line 34 is provided on each of the two third circuits 30. Both ends of the bypass line 34 are connected to the interface of the eight-way valve.

[0136] With this configuration, the thermal management system 100 includes at least two of the following switching methods.

[0137] Method 1: The first port 201 is connected to the fifth port 205, the second port 202 is connected to the sixth port 206, and the seventh port 207 is connected to the eighth port 208. In this way, in Method 1, the eight-way valve connects the first circuit 10 to one of the third circuits 30, while the other third circuit 30 circulates independently.

[0138] Method 2: The first interface 201 is connected to the fifth interface 205, the second interface 202 is connected to the sixth interface 206, the fourth interface 204 is connected to the eighth interface 208, and the third interface 203 is connected to the seventh interface 207.

[0139] In method two, the eight-way valve connects the first circuit 10 to one of the third circuits 30, and the second circuit 20 to another third circuit 30.

[0140] Method 3: The first interface 201 is connected to the seventh interface 207, the second interface 202 is connected to the eighth interface 208, and the fifth interface 205 is connected to the sixth interface 206.

[0141] In method three, one of the third loops 30 is self-circulating, and an eight-way valve connects the first loop 10 and the other third loop 30.

[0142] Method 4: Connect the first interface 201 to the fourth interface 204, the third interface 203 to the seventh interface 207, the second interface 202 to the eighth interface 208, and the fifth interface 205 to the sixth interface 206.

[0143] In mode four, one of the third loops 30 is self-circulating, and an eight-way valve connects the first loop 10, the second loop 20, and the other third loop 30.

[0144] Method 5: The first interface 201 is connected to the fourth interface 204, the second interface 202 is connected to one of the third loops 30, and the fifth interface 205 is connected to the sixth interface 206.

[0145] In mode five, an eight-way valve connects the first circuit 10 and the second circuit 20, with one of the third circuits 30 being self-circulating.

[0146] Method 6: The first interface 201 is connected to the second interface 202, the seventh interface 207 is connected to the eighth interface 208, and the fifth interface 205 is connected to the sixth interface 206.

[0147] In mode six, the eight-way valve connects the first circuit 10 to one of the third circuits 30, while the other third circuit 30 is self-circulating.

[0148] Optionally, the two third circuits are a heating air side circuit and a cooling air side circuit, respectively. The bypass pipe for the heating air side circuit is the first bypass pipe, and the bypass pipe for the cooling air side circuit is the second bypass pipe.

[0149] The heating air side circuit also includes a first three-way valve. The condenser 42 includes a condensation channel 421 and a first heat exchange channel 422. The three ports of the first three-way valve are respectively connected to one end of the first bypass pipe, one end of the heating air core 45, and the first heat exchange channel of the condenser 42. The other ends of the first bypass pipe and the heating air core are both connected to the sixth port 206 of the eight-way valve, and the first heat exchange channel 422 of the condenser 42 is connected to the fifth port 205.

[0150] The cold air side circuit includes a second three-way valve. The evaporator 43 includes an evaporation channel 431 and a second heat exchange channel 432. The three ports of the second three-way valve are respectively connected to one end of the second bypass pipe, one end of the cold air core 46, and the second heat exchange channel of the evaporator 43. The other ends of the second bypass pipe and the cold air core 46 are both connected to the seventh port 207, and the second heat exchange channel of the evaporator 43 is connected to the eighth port 208.

[0151] Optionally, the thermal management system 100 has at least one of the following operating modes:

[0152] In the first mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode one, and the first three-way valve connects to the first bypass line, while the second three-way valve disconnects the second bypass line. At this time, the first bypass line is connected to the first heat exchange channel 422 in the condenser 42 via the first three-way valve. The second heat exchange channel 432 in the evaporator 43 is connected to the cold air core 46 via the second three-way valve.

[0153] Specifically, in the first mode, the eight-way valve serves to connect and separate different cooling circuits, enabling the thermal management system 100 to form two main circulation paths: circulation between the first circuit and the warm air side circuit, and independent circulation of the cold air side circuit.

[0154] In the second mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode two, and the first three-way valve connects to the first bypass pipeline, while the second three-way valve disconnects the second bypass pipeline.

[0155] At this time, the first bypass pipe is connected to the first heat exchange channel 422 in the condenser 42 via a first three-way valve. The second heat exchange channel 432 in the evaporator 43 is connected to the cold air core 46 via a second three-way valve.

[0156] In the second mode, the eight-way valve also serves to connect and separate different cooling circuits, enabling the thermal management system 100 to form two main circulation paths while maintaining independent circulation of the cold air side circuit.

[0157] The first loop path in the second mode is the same as the first loop path in the first mode, that is, the loop is between the first loop 10 and the warm air side loop.

[0158] The second loop path in the second mode is: loop between the second loop 20 and the cold air side loop.

[0159] In the third mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode two, and the first three-way valve connects to the first bypass pipeline, and the second three-way valve connects to the second bypass pipeline.

[0160] At this time, the first bypass pipe is connected to the first heat exchange channel 422 in the condenser 42 via a first three-way valve. The second heat exchange channel 432 in the evaporator 43 is connected to the second heat exchange channel 432 in the evaporator 43 via a second three-way valve.

[0161] In the third mode, the eight-way valve enables the thermal management system 100 to form two main circulation paths.

[0162] The first loop path in the third mode is: loop between the first loop 10 and the warm air side loop.

[0163] The second loop path in the third mode is: looping between the second loop 20 and the cold air side loop.

[0164] The thermal management system 100 has a fourth mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode three, and the first three-way valve disconnects the first bypass line, while the second three-way valve connects the second bypass line. At this time, the second heat exchange channel 432 in the evaporator 43 is connected to the second bypass line via the second three-way valve. The heating core 45 of the heating air side circuit is connected to the first heat exchange channel 422 in the condenser 42 via the first three-way valve.

[0165] Specifically, in the fourth mode, the eight-way valve divides the thermal management system 100 into two circulation paths.

[0166] The fourth mode's loop path one: First loop 10 - cold air side loop loop.

[0167] The second loop path of the fourth mode: warm air side loop circulation.

[0168] In the fifth mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode four, and the first three-way valve disconnects the first bypass line, while the second three-way valve connects the second bypass line.

[0169] Specifically, in the fifth mode, the eight-way valve divides the thermal management system 100 into two circulation paths.

[0170] The fifth mode's loop path 1: First loop 10 - Cold air side loop - Second loop 20.

[0171] The second loop path of the fifth mode: self-circulation of the warm air side loop.

[0172] In the sixth mode, the eight-way valve divides the thermal management system 100 into two circulation paths.

[0173] The sixth mode's loop path one: loop 10 - loop 20 loop.

[0174] The second loop path of the sixth mode: self-circulation of the warm air side loop.

[0175] In the seventh mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode one, and the first three-way valve disconnects the first bypass line, and the second three-way valve disconnects the second bypass line.

[0176] Specifically, in the seventh mode, the eight-way valve divides the thermal management system 100 into two circulation paths.

[0177] Among them, the first circulation path of the seventh mode is: self-circulation of the cold air side loop.

[0178] The second loop path of the seventh mode: the first loop 10 - the warm air side loop loop.

[0179] In the eighth mode, the eight-way valve switches to mode three, and the first three-way valve disconnects the first bypass line, and the second three-way valve disconnects the second bypass line.

[0180] In the eighth mode, the eight-way valve establishes a circulation path in the thermal management system 100 as follows: circulation between the first loop 10 and the cold air side loop.

[0181] In the ninth mode: the eight-way valve switches to mode six, and the first three-way valve disconnects the first bypass line, and the second three-way valve disconnects the second bypass line.

[0182] Specifically, in the ninth mode, the eight-way valve establishes three self-circulation paths in the thermal management system 100, including the first loop 10 self-circulation, the warm air side loop self-circulation, and the cold air side loop self-circulation.

[0183] The vehicle according to a second aspect of the present invention includes a thermal management system 100 according to a first aspect of the present invention.

[0184] By integrating multiple distributed controllers in the thermal management system 100 into a highly integrated controller 122, the complexity of the thermal management system 100 can be simplified, and centralized control and unified heat dissipation of multiple controllers in the thermal management system 100 can be achieved.

[0185] Through integrated control, the thermal management system 100 can dissipate heat from multiple controllers, ensuring that each component can be adequately cooled while operating efficiently, thereby extending the service life of the thermal management system 100 and reducing the risk of failure due to overheating.

[0186] It is worth noting that the vehicle can be a gasoline-powered vehicle, a natural gas-powered vehicle, or a new energy vehicle. New energy vehicles can be pure electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, or range-extended electric vehicles, etc.

[0187] The following is for reference. Figure 1 - Figure 8 A thermal management system 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to a specific example. It is to be understood that the following description is merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0188] like Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, the thermal management system 100 includes: a reversing valve 50, a first circuit 10, a second circuit 20, a third circuit 30, and an air conditioning subsystem 40.

[0189] The first circuit 10 is equipped with a radiator 11, an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12, and a first drive pump 13. The two ends of the first circuit 10 are connected to a reversing valve 50.

[0190] Reference Figure 2 The second circuit 20 is equipped with a battery 22 and a battery heat exchange module 23 for heat exchange with the battery 22. The two ends of the second circuit 20 are connected to a reversing valve 50.

[0191] Reference Figure 2 There are two third loops 30, each of which includes at least a temperature regulating heat exchange module 31 for regulating the temperature of the crew cabin and a second drive pump 33. Both ends of the two third loops 30 are connected to a reversing valve 50.

[0192] Reference Figure 3 The air conditioning subsystem 40 includes a compressor 41, a condenser 42, an evaporator 43, a throttling device 44, a heating core 45, and a cooling core 46.

[0193] One of the temperature-regulating heat exchange modules 31 on the third loop 30 is used for thermal management of the condenser 42, and the other temperature-regulating heat exchange module 31 on the third loop 30 is used for thermal management of the evaporator 43.

[0194] The integrated controller 122 includes a controller for a reversing valve 50, a first drive pump 13, a compressor 41, a throttling device 44, and a second drive pump 33.

[0195] The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger 12 includes: a heat exchange housing 121, an integrated controller 122, and thermally conductive adhesive.

[0196] The heat exchange shell 121 is provided with a cooling channel 123. The heat exchange shell 121 is provided with an inlet 1211 and an outlet 1212 that communicate with the cooling channel 123. The heat exchange shell 121 is connected to the first circuit 10 through the inlet 1211 and the outlet 1212.

[0197] An integrated controller 122 is located inside the heat exchange housing 121 to dissipate heat to the coolant in the cooling channel 123.

[0198] The heat exchange housing 121 includes: a heat-conducting base 1213, an electrical control end cover 1214, a liquid-sealed housing 1216, and heat dissipation fins 1217.

[0199] The electronic control end cap 1214 covers one side of the heat-conducting base 1213 and defines a receiving cavity 1215 between the end cap 1214 and the heat-conducting base 1213. The integrated controller 122 is located in the receiving cavity 1215 and is mounted on the heat-conducting base 1213. Thermal adhesive is applied between the integrated controller 122 and the heat-conducting base 1213.

[0200] The liquid seal 1216 covers the other side of the heat-conducting base 1213 and defines a cooling flow channel 123 between the liquid seal 1216 and the heat-conducting base 1213. The liquid inlet 1211 and the liquid outlet 1212 are both located on the liquid seal 1216.

[0201] There are multiple heat dissipation fins 1217. Multiple heat dissipation fins 1217 are arranged in the coolant channel, distributed at intervals along the direction from the inlet 1211 to the outlet 1212, and all multiple heat dissipation fins 1217 are connected to the heat-conducting base 1213.

[0202] The heat dissipation fins 1217 and the heat-conducting base 1213 are integrally molded parts.

[0203] The reversing valve 50 includes: a first switching state, a second switching state, and a third switching state.

[0204] Reference Figure 7 In the first switching state, the first circuit 10 is connected to the second circuit 20.

[0205] Reference Figure 5 - Figure 6 In the second switching state, the first circuit 10 is connected to one of the third circuits 30.

[0206] Reference Figure 8 In the third switching state, the reversing valve 50 causes the first circuit 10 to form a self-circulation.

[0207] Other components of the thermal management system 100 according to embodiments of the present invention, such as vehicles, and its operation are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0208] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "embodiment," "example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0209] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A thermal management system, characterized in that, include: Reversing valve; A first circuit is provided with a radiator, an integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger, and a first drive pump, and the two ends of the first circuit are connected to the reversing valve. The second circuit is equipped with a battery heat exchange module for heat exchange with the battery, and the two ends of the second circuit are connected to the reversing valve. The third loop is equipped with a temperature regulating heat exchange module for at least regulating the temperature of the crew cabin, and the two ends of the third loop are connected to the reversing valve. The reversing valve includes at least: a first switching state and a second switching state, wherein in the first switching state the first circuit is connected to the second circuit, and in the second switching state the first circuit is connected to the third circuit; The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger includes: A heat exchange housing is provided inside the heat exchange housing, and the heat exchange housing is provided with an inlet and an outlet that communicate with the cooling channel. The heat exchange housing is connected to the first circuit through the inlet and the outlet. An integrated controller is disposed within the heat exchange housing to dissipate heat to the coolant in the cooling channel. The integrated controller includes at least the controller for the reversing valve and the controller for the first drive pump.

2. The thermal management system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat exchange housing includes: Thermal base; An electronically controlled end cap covers one side of the heat-conducting base and defines a receiving cavity between the end cap and the heat-conducting base. The integrated controller is located in the receiving cavity and is mounted on the heat-conducting base. A liquid seal housing covers the other side of the heat-conducting base and defines the cooling flow channel between the liquid seal housing and the heat-conducting base. The liquid inlet and the liquid outlet are both located on the liquid seal housing.

3. The thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The integrated electronically controlled heat exchanger also includes: Heat dissipation fins are disposed within the cooling channel and connected to the heat-conducting base.

4. The thermal management system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The heat dissipation fins are multiple and are spaced apart along the direction from the liquid inlet to the liquid outlet.

5. The thermal management system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The heat dissipation fins and the heat-conducting base are integrally formed.

6. The thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that, Thermal adhesive is applied between the integrated controller and the thermally conductive base.

7. The thermal management system according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, Also includes: An air conditioning subsystem, comprising: compressor; A condenser, which is connected to the compressor; An evaporator, which is connected to the compressor; A throttling element, which is connected between the condenser and the evaporator; The third loop includes two, one of which is a temperature-regulating heat exchange module for thermal management of the condenser, and the other is a temperature-regulating heat exchange module for thermal management of the evaporator. The integrated controller also includes the compressor and the controller for the throttling device.

8. The thermal management system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The temperature-regulating heat exchange module that performs thermal management with the condenser further includes: a warm air core; The temperature-regulating heat exchange module that performs thermal management with the evaporator further includes a cold air core.

9. The thermal management system according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The third circuit is also equipped with: a second drive pump; The integrated controller also includes a controller for the second drive pump.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes a thermal management system according to any one of claims 1-9.