Chassis-mounted battery installation methods, systems, equipment, and media for battery swapping vehicles

By installing a locking mechanism on a heavy-duty truck and using a battery swapping trolley platform, efficient and safe installation of the chassis-type battery pack was achieved, solving the problems of control precision and efficiency during the battery swapping process.

CN116923174BActive Publication Date: 2026-03-13AULTON NEW ENERGY AUTOMOBILE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
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Filing Date
2022-04-02
Publication Date
2026-03-13

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, heavy-duty trucks and other battery-swapping vehicles have poor driving control precision and efficiency during the battery swapping process, which cannot meet the actual battery swapping needs and poses safety hazards.

Method used

The chassis-type battery installation method is adopted. By installing a locking mechanism on the vehicle beam, the battery pack can be disassembled and installed by cooperating with the battery swapping trolley and the battery swapping platform. This includes the locking mechanism, unlocking device, lifting and locking control module, etc., to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

Benefits of technology

This improved the safety and efficiency of the battery swapping process, reduced safety hazards, ensured accurate installation of the battery pack, and avoided locking failures caused by structural interference.

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Abstract

This invention discloses a chassis-type battery installation method, system, equipment, and medium for battery swapping vehicles. The chassis-type battery installation method includes: controlling a battery swapping trolley to move the battery pack to be installed to a swapping position at the bottom of the vehicle; controlling a battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, causing a first unlocking device to push against an unlocking component via a second unlocking device, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the lock slot; controlling the battery swapping platform to perform a locking operation on the battery pack; and unloading the locking load force applied to the battery pack by the battery swapping platform. During the battery pack installation process, by engaging the first unlocking device with the second unlocking device, and then, after the battery swapping platform is lifted into position, engaging the second unlocking device on the battery pack with an unlocking block on the vehicle body, the locking tongue is moved away from the lock slot, thus meeting the battery swapping requirements for battery pack installation. This improves the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process and reduces safety hazards during battery swapping.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of battery swapping control, and in particular to a method, system, equipment, and medium for installing chassis-type batteries in battery swapping vehicles. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, electric vehicles are mainly powered by two methods: direct charging and fast battery swapping. Due to the limitations of charging time and location, many new energy electric vehicles are gradually adopting the fast battery swapping mode for energy replenishment.

[0003] For large vehicles, such as heavy trucks, the significant weight of the vehicle body and cargo necessitates a high capacity battery pack to support a range of hundreds of kilometers. Therefore, current technology for large new energy vehicles uses a top-mounted method to secure a large battery container to the vehicle's frame, with the container positioned close to the cab. This creates significant safety hazards for the driver and the vehicle during operation and battery swapping. Furthermore, battery malfunctions can directly cause personal injury to the driver. Additionally, the top-mounted method requires a large site for the battery swapping station, necessitating sufficient space for hoisting, transferring, and storing batteries, resulting in high construction costs.

[0004] Therefore, a safer, more reliable, and easier-to-adopt battery swapping mode is urgently needed for large vehicles. For example, a chassis-based battery swapping mode, similar to that used in passenger cars, could be adopted. However, in this mode, the swapping equipment (or swapping trolley) needs to travel under the vehicle to remove the existing battery pack from the chassis and then install the new one. Because of this, when replacing battery packs in heavy-duty trucks and other vehicles using chassis-based swapping, the large weight of both the vehicle and the battery can lead to low swapping efficiency when removing the old battery pack, posing safety hazards. Furthermore, the precise positioning of the swapping trolley is difficult to control for different vehicles, affecting battery pack removal and causing instability in the swapping system, or even leading to swapping failure. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, such as poor driving control accuracy and efficiency of heavy trucks and other battery swapping vehicles during the battery swapping process, which cannot meet the actual battery swapping needs. The present invention provides a chassis-type battery installation method, system, equipment and medium for battery swapping vehicles.

[0006] The present invention solves the above-mentioned technical problems through the following technical solution:

[0007] A chassis-type battery installation method for a battery swapping vehicle, the vehicle having a beam arranged along its length, with multiple locking mechanisms mounted on the beam for battery pack replacement, each locking mechanism including a lock base with a lock groove and a lock tongue matching the lock groove, and multiple locking shafts at corresponding positions on the battery pack. The battery pack is removed or installed from the bottom of the vehicle via a battery swapping trolley. A first unlocking device is provided on the battery swapping platform of the trolley, and a second unlocking device matching the first unlocking device is built into the battery pack. An unlocking component is also mounted on the beam to move the lock tongue away from the lock groove. The chassis-type battery installation method includes:

[0008] Control the battery swapping trolley to move the battery pack to be installed to the battery swapping position at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle;

[0009] The battery swapping platform is controlled to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the unlocking member through the second unlocking device, thereby moving the lock tongue away from the lock groove;

[0010] Control the battery swapping platform to perform the locking operation of the battery pack;

[0011] Unload the locking load force applied to the battery pack by the battery swapping platform.

[0012] In the above solution, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device is brought into contact with the second unlocking device. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the lock slot to meet the battery swapping requirements of the battery pack installation, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0013] Preferably, the lock groove is an L-shaped lock groove, which includes a vertical section with a downward opening and a horizontal section connected to the closed end of the vertical section;

[0014] In the step of controlling the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, as the locking tongue is pushed away from the locking groove, the locking shaft simultaneously moves to the vertical section of the L-shaped locking groove in place.

[0015] The steps of controlling the battery swapping platform to perform the locking operation of the battery pack include:

[0016] Move the battery pack along the horizontal section of the L-shaped locking groove so that the locking shaft reaches the horizontal section's designated position;

[0017] The step of unloading the locking load force applied to the battery pack by the battery swapping platform includes:

[0018] The battery pack is controlled to descend to a preset height, causing the locking tongue to fall and lock the locking shaft in the L-shaped locking groove;

[0019] The battery pack is controlled to move a preset distance along the horizontal segment toward the vertical segment, so that the locking shaft moves to the locked position, thereby unloading the locking load force.

[0020] In the above scheme, during the installation of the battery pack, after the horizontal section is in place, the battery pack needs to be lowered to a preset height so that the locking tongue falls and locks the locking shaft of the battery pack. This is necessary to effectively perform the locking operation and avoid situations where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference. After successful locking, the battery pack is moved horizontally a certain distance to release the locking load, completing the entire locking process. Timely pressure release can prevent pressure damage to the components and improve their lifespan.

[0021] Preferably, the battery swapping platform includes an upper plate and a lower plate arranged vertically. The lower plate is provided with a body positioning pin that mates with a body positioning hole at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle, and the upper plate is provided with a battery positioning pin that mates with a battery positioning hole at the bottom of the battery pack.

[0022] The method further includes, prior to the step of controlling the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack:

[0023] The battery swapping platform is positioned so that the vehicle body positioning pin is aligned with the vehicle body positioning hole.

[0024] In the above solution, the battery swapping platform can be positioned quickly and accurately through the vehicle positioning pins and positioning holes, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0025] Preferably, the preset height is less than the depth to which the battery positioning pin is inserted into the battery positioning hole.

[0026] Preferably, the first unlocking device and / or the second unlocking device have built-in elastic elements, which are in a compressed energy storage state after the battery swapping platform is lifted into place.

[0027] The preset height is greater than the energy storage distance of the elastic element.

[0028] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0029] Preferably, the upper plate is provided with a floating tray for supporting the battery pack, and the first unlocking device is disposed on the upper plate with the top surface of the first unlocking device being higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, so that when the floating tray supports the battery pack, the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and inserts into the battery pack;

[0030] The step of moving the battery pack along the horizontal segment of the L-shaped locking groove includes:

[0031] Drive the upper plate to move in a locking direction consistent with the horizontal segment;

[0032] The battery pack moves synchronously through the first unlocking device and the battery positioning pin.

[0033] The step of controlling the battery pack to move a preset distance along the horizontal segment toward the vertical segment includes:

[0034] Drive the upper plate to move in the unlocking direction, which is opposite to the locking direction;

[0035] The battery pack moves synchronously at least through the battery positioning pin.

[0036] In the above scheme, the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, which makes it easier to prevent the battery pack to be installed from being connected, making the subsequent docking more direct and convenient. At the same time, the battery pack is fixed by setting positioning pins so that the battery pack can be moved synchronously when the upper plate moves, which facilitates the precise positioning of the battery pack installation position, thereby ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0037] Preferably, the preset height is greater than the depth to which the first unlocking device is inserted into the battery pack.

[0038] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0039] Preferably, the method further includes, before the step of controlling the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack:

[0040] The battery pack is positioned so that the second unlocking device is aligned with the unlocking component.

[0041] In the above scheme, the positioning of the battery pack enables the second unlocking device to be aligned with the unlocking component quickly and accurately, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0042] Preferably, the chassis-type battery mounting method further includes:

[0043] The battery pack is carried on the battery swapping platform, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and extends into the battery pack, and the second unlocking device extends out of the top surface of the battery pack; wherein, the top surface of the second unlocking device extending out of the battery pack is lower than the locking shaft.

[0044] In the above scheme, after the battery pack is placed on the battery swapping platform, the first unlocking device and the second unlocking device are connected by their own gravity. At the same time, the second unlocking device is pushed to extend out of the top surface of the battery pack. On the one hand, it can fix the battery pack to a certain extent, and on the other hand, extending out of the top surface of the battery pack further facilitates the alignment of the second unlocking device with the unlocking block in subsequent steps.

[0045] Preferably, the step of lifting the battery pack specifically includes:

[0046] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise to a preset height at a first speed;

[0047] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise at a second speed until the locking shaft reaches the vertical section's position, wherein the first speed is greater than the second speed.

[0048] In the above scheme, the battery swapping platform is controlled to rise rapidly before it reaches its position, and then rises slowly after it reaches its position. By adjusting the rising speed in the two control stages, the overall efficiency of the battery installation operation is ensured while maintaining control accuracy.

[0049] A chassis-type battery installation system for a battery swapping vehicle, the vehicle having a beam arranged along its length, with multiple locking mechanisms mounted on the beam for battery pack replacement, each locking mechanism including a lock base with a lock groove and a lock tongue matching the lock groove, and multiple locking shafts at corresponding positions on the battery pack. The battery pack is removed or installed from the bottom of the vehicle via a battery swapping trolley. A first unlocking device is provided on the battery swapping platform of the trolley, and a second unlocking device matching the first unlocking device is built into the battery pack. An unlocking component is also mounted on the beam for moving the lock tongue away from the lock groove. The chassis-type battery installation system includes:

[0050] The mobile control module is used to control the battery swapping trolley to move the battery pack to be installed to the battery swapping position at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle;

[0051] The lifting module is used to control the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the unlocking member through the second unlocking device, thereby driving the lock tongue away from the lock groove;

[0052] A locking control module is used to control the battery swapping platform to perform a locking operation on the battery pack;

[0053] The force release module is used to unload the locking load force applied by the battery swapping platform to the battery pack.

[0054] In the above solution, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device is brought into contact with the second unlocking device. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the lock slot to meet the battery swapping requirements of the battery pack installation, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0055] Preferably, the lock groove is an L-shaped lock groove, which includes a vertical section with a downward opening and a horizontal section connected to the closed end of the vertical section;

[0056] During the process of the lifting module controlling the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, as the locking tongue is pushed away from the locking groove, the locking shaft simultaneously moves to the vertical section of the L-shaped locking groove in place.

[0057] The locking control module is specifically used for:

[0058] Move the battery pack along the horizontal section of the L-shaped locking groove so that the locking shaft reaches the horizontal section's designated position;

[0059] The force release module specifically includes:

[0060] A vertical motion control unit is used to control the battery pack to descend a preset height, so that the locking tongue falls down to lock the locking shaft in the L-shaped locking groove;

[0061] A horizontal motion control unit is used to control the battery pack to move a preset distance along the horizontal segment toward the vertical segment, so that the locking shaft moves to the locked position, thereby unloading the locking load force.

[0062] In the above scheme, during the installation of the battery pack, after the horizontal section is in place, the battery pack needs to be lowered to a preset height so that the locking tongue falls and locks the locking shaft of the battery pack. This is necessary to effectively perform the locking operation and avoid situations where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference. After successful locking, the battery pack is moved horizontally a certain distance to release the locking load, completing the entire locking process. Timely pressure release can prevent pressure damage to the components and improve their lifespan.

[0063] Preferably, the battery swapping platform includes an upper plate and a lower plate arranged vertically. The lower plate is provided with a body positioning pin that mates with a body positioning hole at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle, and the upper plate is provided with a battery positioning pin that mates with a battery positioning hole at the bottom of the battery pack.

[0064] The chassis-mounted battery system also includes:

[0065] The battery swapping platform positioning module is used to position the battery swapping platform so that the vehicle positioning pin is aligned with the vehicle positioning hole.

[0066] In the above solution, the battery swapping platform can be positioned quickly and accurately through the vehicle positioning pins and positioning holes, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0067] Preferably, the preset height is less than the depth to which the battery positioning pin is inserted into the battery positioning hole.

[0068] Preferably, the first unlocking device and / or the second unlocking device have built-in elastic elements, which are in a compressed energy storage state after the battery swapping platform is lifted into place.

[0069] The preset height is greater than the energy storage distance of the elastic element.

[0070] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0071] Preferably, the upper plate is provided with a floating tray for supporting the battery pack, and the first unlocking device is disposed on the upper plate with the top surface of the first unlocking device being higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, so that when the floating tray supports the battery pack, the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and inserts into the battery pack;

[0072] The locking control module is specifically used to drive the upper plate to move in a locking direction consistent with the horizontal segment.

[0073] The battery pack moves synchronously through the first unlocking device and the battery positioning pin.

[0074] The horizontal motion control unit is specifically used for:

[0075] Drive the upper plate to move in the unlocking direction, which is opposite to the locking direction;

[0076] The battery pack moves synchronously at least through the battery positioning pin.

[0077] In the above scheme, the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, which makes it easier to prevent the battery pack to be installed from being connected, making the subsequent docking more direct and convenient. The battery pack is fixed by the positioning pin that controls the battery swapping platform to rise quickly, so that the battery pack can move synchronously when the upper plate moves, which facilitates the accurate positioning of the battery pack installation position, thereby ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0078] Preferably, the preset height is greater than the depth to which the first unlocking device is inserted into the battery pack.

[0079] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0080] Preferably, the chassis-mounted battery mounting system further includes:

[0081] A battery pack positioning module is used to position the battery pack so that the second unlocking device is aligned with the unlocking component.

[0082] In the above scheme, the positioning of the battery pack enables the second unlocking device to be aligned with the unlocking component quickly and accurately, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0083] Preferably, the chassis-mounted battery mounting system further includes:

[0084] A loading module is used to carry the battery pack on the battery swapping platform, such that the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and extends into the battery pack, and the second unlocking device extends out of the top surface of the battery pack; wherein the top surface of the second unlocking device extending out of the battery pack is lower than the locking shaft.

[0085] In the above scheme, after the battery pack is placed on the battery swapping platform, the first unlocking device and the second unlocking device are connected by their own gravity. At the same time, the second unlocking device is pushed to extend out of the top surface of the battery pack. On the one hand, it can fix the battery pack to a certain extent, and on the other hand, extending out of the top surface of the battery pack further facilitates the alignment of the second unlocking device with the unlocking block in subsequent steps.

[0086] Preferably, the lifting module is specifically used for:

[0087] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise to a preset height at a first speed;

[0088] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise at a second speed until the locking shaft reaches the vertical section's position, wherein the first speed is greater than the second speed.

[0089] In the above scheme, the battery swapping platform is controlled to rise rapidly before it reaches its position, and then rises slowly after it reaches its position. By adjusting the rising speed in the two control stages, the overall efficiency of the battery installation operation is ensured while maintaining control accuracy.

[0090] An electronic device includes a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the processor executes the computer program to implement the aforementioned method for installing a chassis-type battery in a battery swapping vehicle.

[0091] A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the aforementioned method for installing a chassis-type battery in a battery swapping vehicle.

[0092] The positive and progressive effects of this invention are as follows: During the installation of the battery pack, by abutting the first unlocking device with the second unlocking device, and then after the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the second unlocking device on the battery pack abuts with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby driving the locking tongue away from the locking slot, so as to meet the battery swapping requirements for battery pack installation, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process, and reducing safety hazards during the battery swapping process. Attached Figure Description

[0093] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the battery swapping vehicle (heavy truck) according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0094] Figure 2 For use Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the battery swapping trolley structure of the battery swapping vehicle.

[0095] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of the chassis-type battery installation method for a battery swapping vehicle according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0096] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the battery swapping vehicle.

[0097] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a battery swapping vehicle.

[0098] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vehicle beam and locking mechanism in Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0099] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A partial enlarged view of the locking mechanism.

[0100] Figure 8 For use Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the battery pack structure of a battery swapping vehicle.

[0101] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the locking shaft structure at the top of the battery pack.

[0102] Figure 10 for Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of the battery pack.

[0103] Figure 11 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of part of the locking mechanism.

[0104] Figure 12 This is a flowchart illustrating a preferred implementation of the chassis-type battery installation method for a battery swapping vehicle according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0105] Figure 13 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the tray structure of the battery swapping trolley.

[0106] Figure 14 for Figure 13 Bottom view of the middle tray structure.

[0107] Figure 15 This is a flowchart of step 20 in the chassis-type battery installation method of the battery swapping vehicle according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0108] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the chassis-type battery mounting system for the battery swapping vehicle according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

[0109] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the electronic device according to Embodiment 3 of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0110] The present invention will be further illustrated by way of embodiments below, but the present invention is not limited to the scope of the embodiments described herein.

[0111] Example 1

[0112] The chassis-type battery installation method for battery swapping vehicles in this embodiment is applied to the chassis-type battery swapping structure of battery swapping vehicles. These vehicles include, but are not limited to, trucks, such as heavy-duty trucks. These vehicles have a large body weight and strong cargo-carrying capacity. The vehicle can be divided into two parts: a cab section and a cargo box section. The cargo box section is mostly a large, independent container that can be attached to the cab section. Additionally, the cab section has beams extending along the length of the vehicle body, i.e., a beam structure.

[0113] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the battery swapping vehicle 200 is the cab of a heavy-duty truck, with a large container or other cargo box that can be attached to it. Figure 1 (Not shown in the text), which enables heavy-duty trucks to have a high load-carrying capacity. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the battery swapping vehicle 200 has beams for locking the quick-swap battery pack 100, specifically two beams 201 extending along the length of the vehicle body. Locking mechanisms 202 are respectively installed on the two beams 201. Figure 1 (The battery pack is partially covered by the structure of the battery pack) and is connected to the battery pack 100 via a locking mechanism 202. In other words, the battery pack 100 is detachably connected from the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200 to the vehicle beam 201, realizing a bottom battery swapping mode, improving safety during vehicle operation, and making the battery replacement process safer and more reliable.

[0114] Based on the aforementioned quick-swap battery pack structure for heavy-duty trucks, due to the large size and weight of the batteries, installation of the battery pack necessitates moving it to the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle using specialized swapping equipment. For example... Figure 2 As shown, a battery swapping vehicle 500 is provided for swapping batteries. Figure 1 Battery packs are installed on heavy-duty trucks.

[0115] Based on the aforementioned structure of the battery swapping vehicle and battery swapping trolley, this embodiment provides a chassis-type battery installation method for a battery swapping vehicle suitable for the aforementioned battery swapping trolley, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the chassis-type battery mounting method includes:

[0116] Step 10: Control the battery swapping trolley to move the battery pack to be installed to the battery swapping position at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle;

[0117] Specifically, according to Figure 1 The battery swapping vehicle 200 shown has a specific structure. When battery installation is required, the battery swapping vehicle 200 must first be parked in a designated battery swapping area to facilitate... Figure 2 The battery swapping cart 500 shown can move to the battery swapping location within the battery swapping area to perform battery installation operations.

[0118] For example Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the battery swapping trolley 500 includes a base 510 and a walking mechanism 520. The walking mechanism 520 includes multiple walking wheels 521 disposed at the bottom of the base 510 and a drive unit disposed inside the base 510. The drive unit drives the walking wheels 521 to move the base 510, thereby realizing the overall movement of the battery swapping trolley 500.

[0119] The battery swapping trolley 500 also includes a battery swapping platform 530 located in the central area of ​​the base 510, and the battery swapping platform 530 is liftable and height-adjustable on the base 510. Thus, by controlling the battery swapping platform 530 to be in a lowered position, it is possible to ensure that the battery swapping trolley 500 can move smoothly into or out of the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200 at a lower height; and by controlling the battery swapping platform 530 to be in a raised position, it is possible to ensure sufficient height is available when the battery swapping platform 530 performs battery installation operations.

[0120] In addition, the battery swapping position mentioned here refers to the standard position that enables the battery swapping cart 500 to perform battery removal or installation operations on the battery swapping vehicle 200, that is, the necessary components for battery removal or installation on the battery swapping cart 500 are aligned with the necessary components for battery locking at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200.

[0121] Step 20: Control the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes the unlocking component through the second unlocking device, thereby moving the lock tongue away from the lock slot;

[0122] Based on the specific structure of the battery swapping trolley 500 described above, the battery swapping platform 530 can be raised to the corresponding height position in this step. At this time, the battery swapping trolley 500 is entirely located at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200. In this step, based on the above... Figure 1 The battery swapping vehicle 200 shown is, for example Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, multiple locking mechanisms 202 are fixedly installed on the beam 201 of the battery swapping vehicle 200. The locking mechanisms 202 can be installed on any side wall or bottom wall of the beam 201. For example, the locking mechanisms 202 can be installed on the outer side walls of two beams 201 along the length of the vehicle body.

[0123] like Figure 6 and 7 As shown, the locking mechanism 202 includes a lock base 204 with a lock groove 203 and a lock tongue 205. Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the battery pack 100 is provided with a locking shaft 101 that cooperates with the locking groove 203 and the locking tongue 205. The locking groove 203 is lower than the bottom wall of the vehicle beam 201, thereby creating open spaces on both sides of the locking groove 203 to facilitate movement of the locking shaft 101 on the battery pack 100 relative to the locking groove 203. When the battery pack 100 is locked on the vehicle beam 201 of the battery swapping vehicle 200, the locking shaft 101 of the battery pack 100 is locked in the locking groove 203 by the locking tongue 205.

[0124] For example Figure 4As shown, the battery swapping platform of the battery swapping vehicle is equipped with a first unlocking device 533. Correspondingly, an unlocking component 206 is also installed on the vehicle beam to drive the lock tongue away from the lock groove. See also Figure 10 The battery pack 100 has a built-in through hole 102 and a second unlocking device 103 located in the through hole that matches the first unlocking device 533. After the battery pack is lifted by the control platform, the first unlocking device 533 pushes against the unlocking member 206 through the second unlocking device 103, thereby moving the locking tongue 205 away from the locking groove 203.

[0125] Step 30: Control the battery swapping platform to perform a battery pack locking operation;

[0126] The battery swapping vehicle 500 also includes a drive mechanism 540 located at the bottom of the battery swapping platform 530. The drive mechanism 540 includes multiple drive motors that independently drive the vehicle body positioning part 531 and the battery positioning part 532. After the vehicle body positioning part 531 is positioned with the battery swapping vehicle 200, the corresponding drive motor drives the battery positioning part 532 to move along the length of the vehicle body 200, thereby driving the battery pack 100 to move synchronously. This causes the locking shaft 101 of the battery pack 100 to move within the locking groove 203, thereby locking the battery pack. Then, the battery pack is installed by the overall lifting and lowering movement of the battery swapping platform 530.

[0127] Step 40: Unload the locking load force applied to the battery pack by the battery swapping platform.

[0128] In the above solution, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device is brought into contact with the second unlocking device. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the lock slot to meet the battery swapping requirements of the battery pack installation, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0129] Among them, the preferred implementation of the chassis-type battery installation method for battery swapping vehicles is as follows: Figure 11 As shown, the lock groove is an L-shaped lock groove, which includes a vertical section A with a downward opening and a horizontal section B that is connected to the closed end of the vertical section A.

[0130] In step 20, as the bolt is pushed away from the lock groove, the lock shaft moves simultaneously to the vertical section of the L-shaped lock groove in place.

[0131] Furthermore, such as Figure 12 As shown, step 30 specifically includes:

[0132] Step 301: Move the battery pack along the horizontal section of the L-shaped lock groove until the lock shaft reaches the horizontal section's designated position;

[0133] Step 40 specifically includes:

[0134] Step 401: Control the battery pack to descend to a preset height, causing the latch to drop and lock the lock shaft in the L-shaped lock groove;

[0135] Step 402: Control the battery pack to move a preset distance along the horizontal section toward the vertical section, so that the locking shaft moves to the locked position, thereby unloading the locking load force.

[0136] In the above scheme, during the installation of the battery pack, after the horizontal section is in place, the battery pack needs to be lowered to a preset height so that the locking tongue falls and locks the locking shaft of the battery pack. This is necessary to effectively perform the locking operation and avoid situations where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference. After successful locking, the battery pack is moved horizontally a certain distance to release the locking load, completing the entire locking process. Timely pressure release can prevent pressure damage to the components and improve their lifespan.

[0137] In this embodiment, see Figure 4 and 5 The battery swapping platform includes an upper plate 540 and a lower plate 550 arranged vertically. The lower plate 550 is provided with a body positioning pin that mates with the body positioning hole at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle. The upper plate 540 is provided with a battery positioning pin that mates with the battery positioning hole at the bottom of the battery pack. The preset height is less than the depth to which the battery positioning pin is inserted into the battery positioning hole.

[0138] Before step 20, see Figure 2 Chassis-mounted battery installation methods also include:

[0139] Step 11: Position the battery swapping platform so that the vehicle positioning pin is aligned with the vehicle positioning hole.

[0140] For details, see Figure 2 and 4 The battery swapping platform 530 includes a body positioning part 531, which is also provided with a body positioning pin that cooperates with the non-battery pack structure (such as the vehicle beam structure) of the battery swapping vehicle 200 for positioning, and is used to align with the body positioning holes on the vehicle.

[0141] In the above solution, the battery swapping platform can be positioned quickly and accurately through the vehicle positioning pins and positioning holes, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0142] In this embodiment, the first unlocking device and / or the second unlocking device have built-in elastic elements. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the elastic elements are in a compressed energy storage state.

[0143] The preset height is greater than the energy storage distance of the elastic element.

[0144] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0145] In this embodiment, as Figure 13 and 14 As shown, the upper plate 540 is provided with a floating tray 541 for carrying the battery pack. A first unlocking device 533 is disposed on the upper plate 540, and the top surface of the first unlocking device 533 is higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray 541, so that when the floating tray 541 carries the battery pack, the first unlocking device 533 pushes against the second unlocking device 103 and inserts into the battery pack; further, step 301 specifically includes:

[0146] Drive the upper plate to move in the locking direction consistent with the horizontal section;

[0147] The battery pack moves synchronously through the first unlocking device and the battery positioning pin.

[0148] Furthermore, step 402 specifically includes:

[0149] Drive the upper plate to move in the unlocking direction, which is opposite to the locking direction;

[0150] The battery pack moves synchronously at least through the battery positioning pins.

[0151] For details, see Figure 2 and 4 The battery swapping platform 530 includes a battery positioning part 532, which is also provided with a battery positioning pin that cooperates with the battery pack 100 for positioning. On the one hand, it is used to fix the battery pack, and on the other hand, it drives the battery pack to move synchronously through the battery positioning pin.

[0152] In the above scheme, the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, which makes it easier to prevent the battery pack to be installed from being connected, making the subsequent docking more direct and convenient. At the same time, the battery pack is fixed by setting positioning pins so that the battery pack can be moved synchronously when the upper plate moves, which facilitates the precise positioning of the battery pack installation position, thereby ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0153] In this embodiment, before step 20, see [link to previous section]. Figure 12 Chassis-mounted battery installation methods also include:

[0154] Step 12: Position the battery pack so that the second unlocking device is aligned with the unlocking component.

[0155] In the above scheme, the positioning of the battery pack enables the second unlocking device to be aligned with the unlocking component quickly and accurately, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0156] In this embodiment, the chassis-type battery mounting method further includes:

[0157] The battery pack is carried on the battery swapping platform, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and extends into the battery pack, and the second unlocking device extends out of the top surface of the battery pack; wherein, the top surface of the second unlocking device extending out of the battery pack is lower than the locking shaft.

[0158] In the above scheme, after the battery pack is placed on the battery swapping platform, the first unlocking device and the second unlocking device are connected by their own gravity. At the same time, the second unlocking device is pushed to extend out of the top surface of the battery pack. On the one hand, it can fix the battery pack to a certain extent, and on the other hand, extending out of the top surface of the battery pack further facilitates the alignment of the second unlocking device with the unlocking block in subsequent steps.

[0159] In this embodiment, as Figure 15 As shown, step 20 specifically includes:

[0160] Step 2001: Control the battery swapping platform to rise to the preset height at the first speed;

[0161] Step 2002: Control the battery swapping platform to rise at a second speed until the locking shaft reaches the vertical section's position; wherein, the first speed is greater than the second speed.

[0162] In the above scheme, the battery swapping platform is controlled to rise rapidly before it reaches its position, and then rises slowly after it reaches its position. By adjusting the rising speed in the two control stages, the overall efficiency of the battery installation operation is ensured while maintaining control accuracy.

[0163] In this embodiment, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device and the second unlocking device are brought into contact. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into position, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the locking slot to meet the battery swapping requirements. This ensures the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process and reduces safety hazards during the battery swapping process.

[0164] Example 2

[0165] This embodiment provides a chassis-type battery mounting system for a battery swapping vehicle. The chassis-type battery swapping system is applied to the chassis-type battery swapping structure of the vehicle, which is the same as the structure in Embodiment 1, and will not be described again here. Figure 16 As shown, the chassis-type battery mounting system includes:

[0166] The mobile control module 1 is used to control the battery swapping trolley to move the battery pack to be installed to the battery swapping position at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle;

[0167] By controlling the battery swapping platform 530 to be in a lowered position, it can be ensured that the battery swapping trolley 500 can move smoothly into or out of the battery swapping vehicle 200 at a lower height. Furthermore, by controlling the battery swapping platform 530 to be in a raised position, it can be ensured that there is sufficient height required when the battery swapping platform 530 performs battery installation operations.

[0168] In addition, the battery swapping position mentioned here refers to the standard position that enables the battery swapping cart 500 to perform battery removal or installation operations on the battery swapping vehicle 200, that is, the necessary components for battery removal or installation on the battery swapping cart 500 are aligned with the necessary components for battery locking at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200.

[0169] Lifting module 2 is used to control the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the unlocking member through the second unlocking device, thereby driving the lock tongue away from the lock groove;

[0170] Based on the specific structure of the battery swapping trolley 500, the lifting module controls the battery swapping platform 530 to be lifted to the corresponding height position. At this time, the battery swapping trolley 500 is located at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle 200.

[0171] See Figure 4 The battery swapping platform of the battery swapping vehicle is equipped with a first unlocking device 533. Correspondingly, an unlocking component for moving the lock tongue away from the lock groove is also installed on the vehicle beam. See also Figure 10 The battery pack 100 has a built-in through hole 102 and a second unlocking device 103 located in the through hole that matches the first unlocking device 533. After the battery pack is lifted by the control platform, the first unlocking device 533 pushes against the unlocking member through the second unlocking device 103, thereby moving the locking tongue 205 away from the locking groove 203.

[0172] Locking control module 3 is used to control the battery swapping platform to perform a locking operation on the battery pack;

[0173] In this process, after the vehicle body positioning unit 531 is positioned with the battery swapping vehicle 200, the corresponding drive motor drives the battery positioning unit 532 to move along the length of the vehicle body of the battery swapping vehicle 200, thereby driving the battery pack 100 to move synchronously. This causes the locking shaft 101 of the battery pack 100 to move within the locking groove 203, thereby locking the battery pack. Then, the battery pack is installed by lifting and moving the battery swapping platform 530 as a whole.

[0174] Force release module 4 is used to unload the locking load force applied by the battery swapping platform to the battery pack.

[0175] In the above solution, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device is brought into contact with the second unlocking device. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the lock slot to meet the battery swapping requirements of the battery pack installation, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0176] Preferably, the lock groove is an L-shaped lock groove, which includes a vertical section with a downward opening and a horizontal section connected to the closed end of the vertical section;

[0177] During the process of the lifting module 2 controlling the battery swapping platform to lift the battery pack, as the locking tongue is pushed away from the locking groove, the locking shaft simultaneously moves to the vertical section of the L-shaped locking groove in place.

[0178] The locking control module 3 is specifically used for:

[0179] Move the battery pack along the horizontal section of the L-shaped locking groove so that the locking shaft reaches the horizontal section's designated position;

[0180] The force release module 4 specifically includes:

[0181] Vertical motion control unit 41 is used to control the battery pack to descend a preset height, so that the locking tongue falls to lock the locking shaft in the L-shaped locking groove;

[0182] The horizontal motion control unit 42 is used to control the battery pack to move a preset distance along the horizontal segment toward the vertical segment, so that the locking shaft moves to the locking position, thereby unloading the locking load force.

[0183] In the above scheme, during the installation of the battery pack, after the horizontal section is in place, the battery pack needs to be lowered to a preset height so that the locking tongue falls and locks the locking shaft of the battery pack. This is necessary to effectively perform the locking operation and avoid situations where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference. After successful locking, the battery pack is moved horizontally a certain distance to release the locking load, completing the entire locking process. Timely pressure release can prevent pressure damage to the components and improve their lifespan.

[0184] In this embodiment, the battery swapping platform includes an upper plate and a lower plate arranged vertically. The lower plate is provided with a body positioning pin that mates with a body positioning hole at the bottom of the battery swapping vehicle, and the upper plate is provided with a battery positioning pin that mates with a battery positioning hole at the bottom of the battery pack. The preset height is less than the depth to which the battery positioning pin is inserted into the battery positioning hole.

[0185] The chassis-mounted battery system also includes:

[0186] The battery swapping platform positioning module 5 is used to position the battery swapping platform so that the vehicle positioning pin is aligned with the vehicle positioning hole.

[0187] For details, see Figure 2 and 4 The battery swapping platform 530 includes a body positioning part 531, which is also provided with a body positioning pin that cooperates with the non-battery pack structure (such as the vehicle beam structure) of the battery swapping vehicle 200 for positioning, and is used to align with the body positioning holes on the vehicle.

[0188] In the above solution, the battery swapping platform can be positioned quickly and accurately through the vehicle positioning pins and positioning holes, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process.

[0189] In this embodiment, the first unlocking device and / or the second unlocking device are equipped with elastic elements. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into place, the elastic elements are in a compressed energy storage state.

[0190] The preset height is greater than the energy storage distance of the elastic element.

[0191] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0192] In this embodiment, the upper plate is provided with a floating tray for supporting the battery pack. The first unlocking device is disposed on the upper plate and the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the supporting surface of the floating tray, so that when the floating tray supports the battery pack, the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and inserts into the battery pack.

[0193] The locking control module 3 is specifically used to drive the upper plate to move in a locking direction consistent with the horizontal segment.

[0194] The battery pack moves synchronously through the first unlocking device and the battery positioning pin.

[0195] The horizontal motion control unit 42 is specifically used for:

[0196] Drive the upper plate to move in the unlocking direction, which is opposite to the locking direction;

[0197] The battery pack moves synchronously at least through the battery positioning pin.

[0198] For details, see Figure 2 and 4The battery swapping platform 530 includes a battery positioning part 532, which is also provided with a battery positioning pin that cooperates with the battery pack 100 for positioning. On the one hand, it is used to fix the battery pack, and on the other hand, it drives the battery pack to move synchronously through the battery positioning pin.

[0199] In the above scheme, the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the bearing surface of the floating tray, which makes it easier to prevent the battery pack to be installed from being connected, making the subsequent docking more direct and convenient. At the same time, the battery pack is fixed by setting positioning pins so that the battery pack can be moved synchronously when the upper plate moves, which facilitates the precise positioning of the battery pack installation position, thereby ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process.

[0200] The preset height is greater than the depth to which the first unlocking device is inserted into the battery pack.

[0201] In the above scheme, the setting of the preset height further ensures the effective execution of the locking operation and avoids the situation where the locking operation cannot be completed due to structural interference.

[0202] In this embodiment, the chassis-type battery mounting system further includes:

[0203] The battery pack positioning module 6 is used to position the battery pack so that the second unlocking device is aligned with the unlocking component.

[0204] Loading module 7 is used to carry the battery pack on the battery swapping platform, so that the first unlocking device pushes against the second unlocking device and extends into the battery pack, and the second unlocking device extends out of the top surface of the battery pack; wherein the top surface of the second unlocking device extending out of the battery pack is lower than the locking shaft.

[0205] In the above scheme, the positioning of the battery pack enables rapid and accurate alignment between the second unlocking device and the unlocking block, thereby ensuring the timely execution of the subsequent battery swapping process. Furthermore, after the battery pack is placed on the battery swapping platform, its own gravity allows the first and second unlocking devices to align. Simultaneously, pushing causes the second unlocking device to extend beyond the top surface of the battery pack. This provides some degree of fixation for the battery pack and further facilitates alignment between the second unlocking device and the unlocking block in subsequent steps.

[0206] In this embodiment, the lifting module 2 is specifically used for:

[0207] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise to a preset height at a first speed;

[0208] The battery swapping platform is controlled to rise at a second speed until the locking shaft reaches the vertical section's position, wherein the first speed is greater than the second speed.

[0209] In the above scheme, the battery swapping platform is controlled to rise rapidly before it reaches its position, and then rises slowly after it reaches its position. By adjusting the rising speed in the two control stages, the overall efficiency of the battery installation operation is ensured while maintaining control accuracy.

[0210] In this embodiment, during the installation of the battery pack, the first unlocking device and the second unlocking device are brought into contact. After the battery swapping platform is lifted into position, the second unlocking device on the battery pack is brought into contact with the unlocking block on the vehicle body, thereby moving the locking tongue away from the locking slot to meet the battery swapping requirements. This ensures the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process and reduces safety hazards during the battery swapping process.

[0211] Example 3

[0212] An electronic device includes a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the computer program, it implements the chassis-type battery installation method for the battery swapping vehicle described in Embodiment 1.

[0213] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in this embodiment. Figure 17 A block diagram is shown of an exemplary electronic device 90 suitable for implementing embodiments of the present invention. Figure 17 The electronic device 90 shown is merely an example and should not impose any limitations on the functionality and scope of use of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0214] like Figure 17 As shown, the electronic device 90 can be represented in the form of a general-purpose computing device, such as a server device. The components of the electronic device 90 may include, but are not limited to: at least one processor 91, at least one memory 92, and a bus 93 connecting different system components (including memory 92 and processor 91).

[0215] Bus 93 includes a data bus, an address bus, and a control bus.

[0216] The memory 92 may include volatile memory, such as random access memory (RAM) 921 and / or cache memory 922, and may further include read-only memory (ROM) 923.

[0217] The memory 92 may also include a program tool 925 having a set (at least one) of program modules 924, including but not limited to: an operating system, one or more application programs, other program modules, and program data, each or some combination of these examples may include an implementation of a network environment.

[0218] The processor 91 performs various functional applications and data processing by running computer programs stored in the memory 92.

[0219] Electronic device 90 can also communicate with one or more external devices 94 (e.g., keyboard, pointing device, etc.). This communication can be performed through input / output (I / O) interface 95. Furthermore, electronic device 90 can also communicate with one or more networks (e.g., local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and / or public network, such as the Internet) via network adapter 96. Network adapter 96 communicates with other modules of electronic device 90 via bus 93. It should be understood that, although not shown in the figures, other hardware and / or software modules can be used in conjunction with electronic device 90, including but not limited to: microcode, device drivers, redundant processors, external disk drive arrays, RAID (disk array) systems, tape drives, and data backup storage systems.

[0220] It should be noted that although several units / modules or sub-units / modules of the electronic device have been mentioned in the detailed description above, this division is merely exemplary and not mandatory. In fact, according to the embodiments of this application, the features and functions of two or more units / modules described above can be embodied in one unit / module. Conversely, the features and functions of one unit / module described above can be further divided and embodied by multiple units / modules.

[0221] Example 4

[0222] A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the chassis-type battery installation method for a battery swapping vehicle as described in Embodiment 1.

[0223] The readable storage medium may be more specifically adopted, including but not limited to: portable disk, hard disk, random access memory, read-only memory, erasable programmable read-only memory, optical storage device, magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination thereof.

[0224] In a possible implementation, the present invention can also be implemented as a program product comprising program code, which, when the program product is run on a terminal device, causes the terminal device to execute the chassis-type battery installation method for the battery swapping vehicle described in Embodiment 1.

[0225] The program code for executing the present invention can be written in any combination of one or more programming languages. The program code can be executed entirely on the user device, partially on the user device, as a standalone software package, partially on the user device and partially on a remote device, or entirely on a remote device.

[0226] While specific embodiments of the present invention have been described above, those skilled in the art should understand that these are merely illustrative examples, and the scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the appended claims. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications to these embodiments without departing from the principles and essence of the present invention, but all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A chassis type battery mounting method of a battery swap vehicle, characterized by, The battery replacement vehicle has a vehicle beam arranged along the length direction of the vehicle body, a plurality of locking mechanisms for realizing battery pack replacement are mounted on the vehicle beam, the locking mechanism comprises a lock base with a lock slot and a lock tongue matched with the lock slot, a plurality of lock shafts are arranged at the corresponding positions of the battery pack, the battery pack is disassembled or mounted by a battery replacement trolley from the bottom of the battery replacement vehicle, a first unlocking device is arranged on the battery replacement platform of the battery replacement trolley, the battery pack is provided with a second unlocking device matched with the first unlocking device, and an unlocking piece for driving the lock tongue away from the lock slot is also mounted on the vehicle beam. The battery replacement trolley is controlled to move the battery pack to be mounted to the battery replacement position at the bottom of the battery replacement vehicle; The battery replacement platform is controlled to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes the unlocking piece through the second unlocking device to drive the lock tongue away from the lock slot; The battery replacement platform is controlled to perform the locking operation of the battery pack; The locking load applied by the battery replacement platform to the battery pack is unloaded; The lock slot is an L-shaped lock slot, which comprises a vertical segment arranged with a downward opening and a horizontal segment communicated with the closed end of the vertical segment; In the step of controlling the battery replacement platform to lift the battery pack, as the lock tongue is pushed away from the lock slot, the lock shaft is simultaneously moved to the vertical segment of the L-shaped lock slot to the in-place position; The step of controlling the battery replacement platform to perform the locking operation of the battery pack comprises: The battery pack is moved along the horizontal segment of the L-shaped lock slot, so that the lock shaft reaches the horizontal segment to the in-place position; The step of unloading the locking load applied by the battery replacement platform to the battery pack comprises: The battery pack is controlled to drop by a preset height, so that the lock tongue falls to lock the lock shaft in the L-shaped lock slot; The battery pack is controlled to move by a preset distance along the horizontal segment towards the vertical segment, so that the lock shaft is moved to the locking in-place position, thereby unloading the locking load.

2. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 1, characterized by, The battery replacement platform comprises an upper layer plate and a lower layer plate arranged in a vertical direction, the lower layer plate is provided with a vehicle body positioning pin matched with a vehicle body positioning hole at the bottom of the battery replacement vehicle, and the upper layer plate is provided with a battery positioning pin matched with a battery positioning hole at the bottom of the battery pack; Before the step of controlling the battery replacement platform to lift the battery pack, the following step is further included: The battery replacement platform is positioned to align the vehicle body positioning pin with the vehicle body positioning hole.

3. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 2, characterized by, The preset height is smaller than the depth value of the battery positioning pin inserted into the battery positioning hole.

4. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 2, wherein The first unlocking device and / or the second unlocking device is provided with an elastic piece, which is in a compressed energy storage state after the battery replacement platform is lifted to the in-place position. The preset height is greater than the energy storage distance of the elastic piece.

5. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 2, wherein The upper layer plate is provided with a floating tray for carrying the battery pack, and the first unlocking device is arranged on the upper layer plate and the top surface of the first unlocking device is higher than the carrying surface of the floating tray, so that when the floating tray carries the battery pack, the first unlocking device pushes the second unlocking device and inserts into the battery pack; The step of moving the battery pack along the horizontal segment of the L-shaped lock slot includes: Driving the upper layer plate to move towards a locking direction consistent with the horizontal segment; Driving the battery pack to move synchronously through the first unlocking device and the battery positioning pin; The step of controlling the battery pack to move along the horizontal segment towards the vertical segment by a preset distance includes: Driving the upper layer plate to move towards an unlocking direction opposite to the locking direction; Driving the battery pack to move synchronously at least through the battery positioning pin.

6. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 5, wherein The preset height is greater than the depth value of the first unlocking device inserted into the battery pack.

7. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 5, wherein Before the step of controlling the battery pack lifting module to lift the battery pack, the method further includes: Positioning the battery pack to align the second unlocking device with the unlocking part.

8. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 1, wherein, The bottom disc type battery mounting method further includes: Carrying the battery pack on the battery replacement platform, so that the first unlocking device pushes the second unlocking device and extends into the battery pack, and the second unlocking device extends out of the top surface of the battery pack; wherein the top surface of the second unlocking device extending out of the battery pack is lower than the lock shaft.

9. The chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swapping vehicle according to claim 1, wherein, The step of lifting the battery pack specifically includes: Controlling the battery replacement platform to rise to a preset height at a first speed; Controlling the battery replacement platform to rise at a second speed until the lock shaft reaches the in-place position of the vertical segment, wherein the first speed is greater than the second speed.

10. A chassis battery mounting system for a battery swap vehicle, the system comprising: The battery replacement vehicle has a vehicle beam arranged along the length direction of the vehicle body, a plurality of locking mechanisms for realizing battery pack replacement are mounted on the vehicle beam, the locking mechanism includes a lock base with a lock slot and a lock tongue matched with the lock slot, a corresponding position of the battery pack is provided with a plurality of lock shafts, the battery pack is disassembled or mounted by a battery replacement trolley from the bottom of the battery replacement vehicle, a first unlocking device is arranged on the battery replacement platform of the battery replacement trolley, the battery pack is built-in with a second unlocking device matched with the first unlocking device, an unlocking part for driving the lock tongue away from the lock slot is also mounted on the vehicle beam, and the bottom disc type battery mounting system includes: A movement control module for controlling the battery replacement trolley to drive the battery pack to be mounted to move to the battery replacement position at the bottom of the battery replacement vehicle; A lifting module for controlling the battery replacement platform to lift the battery pack, so that the first unlocking device pushes the unlocking part through the second unlocking device to drive the lock tongue away from the lock slot; A locking control module for controlling the battery replacement platform to perform the locking operation of the battery pack; A force release module for unloading the locking load force applied by the battery replacement platform to the battery pack. The lock slot is an L-shaped lock slot, and the L-shaped lock slot includes a vertical segment arranged with a downward opening and a horizontal segment communicated with the closed end of the vertical segment. In the process that the lifting module controls the battery pack to be lifted by the battery swap platform, as the lock tongue is pushed away from the lock slot, the lock shaft is simultaneously moved to the vertical segment of the L-shaped lock slot to the in-place position; The lock control module is further configured to move the battery pack along the horizontal segment of the L-shaped lock slot, so that the lock shaft reaches the horizontal segment in-place position; The force releasing module comprises a vertical motion control unit and a horizontal motion control unit; The vertical motion control unit is configured to control the battery pack to descend by a preset height, so that the lock tongue falls to lock the lock shaft in the L-shaped lock slot; The horizontal motion control unit is configured to control the battery pack to move by a preset distance along the horizontal segment towards the vertical segment, so that the lock shaft is moved to the locking in-place position, thereby unloading the locking load force.

11. An electronic device comprising a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored on the memory and executable on the processor, characterized in that, The computer program is executed by the processor to implement the chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swap vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

12. A computer readable storage medium having stored thereon a computer program, characterized in that, The computer program is executed by the processor to implement the chassis type battery mounting method of the battery swap vehicle according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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