Non-inductive identification battery replacement method for battery replacement cabinet

Abstract

The invention discloses a non-inductive identification battery replacement method for a battery replacement cabinet, and the method comprises the steps: 1, inputting the model, serial number and electric quantity key information of a battery into a battery replacement cabinet management system during the production or warehousing of the battery in a battery replacement preparation stage, distributing a unique identity label for each battery, and facilitating the recognition and matching of the battery replacement cabinet; the states, including the battery electric quantity, the temperature and the bin door state, of all the charging bins in the battery replacement cabinet are monitored in real time, and the real-time states of the battery replacement cabinet are displayed in the battery replacement cabinet management system so that a user can check and select the states conveniently. Through pre-recording of battery information and real-time monitoring of the state of the battery replacement cabinet, the battery replacement cabinet management system can accurately master detailed information of each battery and the real-time state of the battery replacement cabinet, and provides solid data support for subsequent battery replacement operation, so that the accuracy and efficiency of the battery replacement process are improved, and the battery replacement efficiency is improved. And safe and reliable operation of the battery changing cabinet and the battery is ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of power exchange cabinets, and in particular to a method for non-sensing power exchange of power exchange cabinets. Background Art

[0002] A battery swap cabinet is a cabinet used to replace electric vehicle batteries. It usually looks like a courier cabinet and is equipped with multiple battery slots inside for storing and charging batteries. Users can scan a code or swipe a card to swap the dead battery on the electric vehicle with the fully charged battery in the battery swap cabinet, thereby quickly completing energy replenishment.

[0003] There are still some shortcomings in the existing technology of non-sensing identification and battery replacement method of battery replacement cabinet:

[0004] 1. The identification system of the battery swap cabinet needs to accurately identify the battery model, power level and status information in order to perform a non-sensing replacement. However, the identification system in the prior art may have insufficient stability in some cases, resulting in identification errors or failure to identify. For example, when there are stains, scratches or wear on the battery surface, the identification system may not be able to accurately read the battery information, resulting in battery replacement failure or battery mismatch;

[0005] 2. During the battery swap process, if the control system or mechanical components of the battery swap cabinet fail, the battery may not be properly returned to its original position, the compartment door may not be closed, or the battery may accidentally fall off. These problems not only affect the normal use of the user, but may also cause safety hazards, such as battery short circuit, fire or explosion;

[0006] 3. Although the battery swap cabinet's contactless identification battery swap method provides users with a more convenient and faster way to replenish energy, users may still encounter some problems during actual use, such as long battery swap time, cumbersome operation steps, or inability to obtain the status information of the battery swap cabinet in a timely manner. These problems may affect the user's experience and satisfaction. Summary of the invention

[0007] In order to overcome the above-mentioned technical problems, the object of the present invention is to provide a method for sensing battery replacement in a battery swap cabinet.

[0008] The purpose of the present invention can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0009] A method for non-sensing identification of battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet comprises the following steps:

[0010] Step 1: Preparation for battery replacement

[0011] a. Pre-entry of battery information:

[0012] When the battery is produced or put into storage, its model, serial number, and key information of power are entered into the battery swap cabinet management system, and each battery is assigned a unique identity to facilitate identification and matching by the battery swap cabinet;

[0013] b. Battery exchange cabinet status monitoring:

[0014] Real-time monitoring of the status of each charging compartment in the battery swap cabinet, including battery power, temperature, and compartment door status, and displaying the real-time status of the battery swap cabinet in the battery swap cabinet management system for users to view and select;

[0015] Step 2: Non-sensing identification and battery replacement stage

[0016] a. User identification:

[0017] Users authenticate their identities by scanning a code or swiping a card to ensure the safety of the battery replacement operation. The system records user information for subsequent battery replacement records and fee settlement.

[0018] b. Battery information identification:

[0019] The user puts the battery on the electric vehicle into the designated area of ​​the battery swap cabinet. The battery swap cabinet uses high-precision sensors and image recognition technology to quickly read the battery's identity and power information. If there are stains, scratches or wear on the battery surface, the system can automatically perform image preprocessing to improve recognition accuracy.

[0020] c. Battery matching and replacement:

[0021] The system searches for a matching fully-charged battery in the battery swap cabinet based on the battery information, takes the fully-charged battery out of the charging compartment through a robotic arm or automatic conveyor, and puts it into the battery compartment of the user's electric vehicle. At the same time, the battery brought by the user is placed in an empty charging compartment for charging.

[0022] Step 3: Battery replacement completion and subsequent management

[0023] a. Battery replacement records and fee settlement:

[0024] The system records the time, location, and battery information of the battery replacement operation, automatically calculates the battery replacement fee based on the number of battery replacements and battery power, and settles the payment through the user's account;

[0025] b. Safety monitoring and alarm:

[0026] During the battery swapping process, the status changes of the battery and the battery swapping cabinet are monitored in real time. If any abnormal situation occurs, such as abnormal battery power or the cabinet door is not closed, the system will immediately issue an alarm message and take corresponding safety measures;

[0027] c. User experience optimization:

[0028] Provide real-time status query function of the battery swap cabinet to facilitate users to understand the availability and battery power status of the battery swap cabinet, simplify the battery swap operation process, improve the battery swap efficiency, reduce user waiting time, collect user feedback and complaints, continuously optimize the functions and services of the battery swap cabinet, and enhance user experience.

[0029] As a further scheme of the present invention: in the battery information pre-entry step, this step uses professional testing equipment and software to comprehensively collect and record the battery model, serial number, initial power, production date, and manufacturer's key information during the battery production process or before warehousing. This information will be entered into the database of the battery swap cabinet management system to form a basic information file of the battery. In order to ensure the uniqueness and traceability of each battery, this step assigns an identity to each battery. This identifier is a QR code, RFID tag or other form of unique identification code. This identity identifier will be permanently attached to the battery. Whether in production, warehousing, charging, battery replacement or maintenance, the detailed information of the battery can be obtained by scanning or reading this identity identifier. In addition, this step also regularly updates and maintains the battery information to ensure that the battery information in the battery swap cabinet management system is consistent with the actual situation, thereby improving the recognition accuracy and matching efficiency of the battery swap cabinet.

[0030] As a further solution of the present invention: in the user identity identification step, the user first needs to scan the QR code provided on the battery swap cabinet with a mobile phone or other mobile device, or swipe the user card with a card reader to authenticate the identity. The core of this step is to connect the user's identity information with the battery swap cabinet management system. When the user scans the code or swipes the card, the system immediately sends a request to the background server to verify the user's identity information and account status. During this process, the system uses encryption technology and security protocols to ensure the transmission and storage security of user identity information. At the same time, the system also determines whether the user has the authority to perform battery swap operations based on the user's account status. If the user identity authentication is successful and the account status is normal, the battery swap cabinet management system will record the user's identity information, including user name, battery swap time, and battery swap location key information, and start the battery swap process. After the battery swap is completed, the system will also automatically calculate the battery swap fee based on the number of battery swaps and battery power information, and settle the account through the user's payment account.

[0031] As a further solution of the present invention: in the battery replacement record and fee settlement, the system identifies and records the battery model and its initial power used in each battery replacement, as well as the fully charged state of the battery after the battery replacement. Based on this information, the system calculates the actual power provided for the electric vehicle, that is, the difference in battery power before and after the battery replacement. Subsequently, this power value is multiplied by the system by a preset unit power cost coefficient. In addition, the system also records the number of battery replacement operations. Finally, the system adds the above-mentioned fee calculated based on the power amount to the possible number fee or service fee to obtain the total fee for this battery replacement operation. This fee is automatically recorded in the user's account and can be settled through the user's payment method, including balance deduction or online payment. If the user chooses prepaid or package service, the system will also automatically deduct or settle the fee based on the balance in the user's account or the remaining number of package times.

[0032] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0033] 1. In the preparation stage of battery swapping, through the pre-entry of battery information and real-time monitoring of the status of the battery swapping cabinet, the battery swapping cabinet management system can accurately grasp the detailed information of each battery and the real-time status of the battery swapping cabinet, providing solid data support for subsequent battery swapping operations. This not only improves the accuracy and efficiency of the battery swapping process, but also ensures the safe and reliable operation of the battery swapping cabinet and batteries;

[0034] 2. In the non-sensing battery replacement stage, the accurate and efficient user identity recognition and battery information recognition make the battery replacement operation more convenient and safer. Users do not need to perform tedious operations, and can complete identity verification and battery replacement by simply scanning a code or swiping a card, which greatly improves the battery replacement experience. At the same time, the battery replacement cabinet can quickly and accurately read battery information through high-precision sensors and image recognition technology, avoiding battery replacement failures or safety issues caused by incorrect battery information or inaccurate recognition;

[0035] 3. During the completion and subsequent management stages of battery replacement, detailed records of battery replacement and automatic settlement of fees not only provide users with clear battery replacement records and fee details, but also improve the transparency and fairness of battery replacement services. In addition, the real-time monitoring and timely alarm of the safety monitoring and alarm system can detect and handle abnormal situations in time during the battery replacement process, ensuring the safety and stability of the battery replacement process. At the same time, measures to optimize user experience, such as providing real-time status query function of battery replacement cabinets, simplifying battery replacement operation procedures, and collecting user feedback and complaints, can continuously improve the functions and service levels of battery replacement cabinets, meet users' personalized needs, and improve user satisfaction. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] The present invention will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0037] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the steps of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, a method for non-sensing identification of battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet includes the following steps:

[0040] Step 1: Preparation for battery replacement

[0041] a. Pre-entry of battery information:

[0042] When the battery is produced or put into storage, its model, serial number, and key information of power are entered into the battery swap cabinet management system, and a unique identity is assigned to each battery to facilitate identification and matching by the battery swap cabinet. In the battery information pre-entry step, during the battery production process or before storage, the battery model, serial number, initial power, production date, and manufacturer's key information are comprehensively collected and recorded through professional testing equipment and software. This information will be entered into the database of the battery swap cabinet management system to form a basic information file of the battery. In order to ensure the uniqueness and traceability of each battery, this step assigns an identity to each battery. This identifier is a QR code, RFID tag, or other form of unique identification code. This identity will be permanently attached to the battery. Whether in production, storage, charging, battery replacement or maintenance, the detailed information of the battery can be obtained by scanning or reading this identity. In addition, this step also regularly updates and maintains the battery information to ensure that the battery information in the battery swap cabinet management system is consistent with the actual situation, thereby improving the recognition accuracy and matching efficiency of the battery swap cabinet.

[0043] b. Battery exchange cabinet status monitoring:

[0044] Real-time monitoring of the status of each charging compartment in the battery swap cabinet, including battery power, temperature, and compartment door status, and displaying the real-time status of the battery swap cabinet in the battery swap cabinet management system for users to view and select;

[0045] Step 2: Non-sensing identification and battery replacement stage

[0046] a. User identity identification:

[0047] Users authenticate their identities by scanning codes or swiping cards to ensure the safety of battery swap operations. The system records user information for subsequent battery swap records and fee settlement. In the user identity identification step, users first need to scan the QR code provided on the battery swap cabinet with a mobile phone or other mobile device, or swipe the user card with a card reader to authenticate their identities. The core of this step is to connect the user's identity information with the battery swap cabinet management system. When the user scans the code or swipes the card, the system immediately sends a request to the background server to verify the user's identity information and account status. In this process, the system uses encryption technology and security protocols to ensure the transmission and storage security of user identity information. At the same time, the system also determines whether the user has the authority to perform battery swap operations based on the user's account status. If the user's identity authentication is successful and the account status is normal, the battery swap cabinet management system will record the user's identity information, including user name, battery swap time, and battery swap location key information, and start the battery swap process. After the battery swap is completed, the system will also automatically calculate the battery swap fee based on the number of battery swaps and battery power information, and settle it through the user's payment account;

[0048] b. Battery information identification:

[0049] The user puts the battery on the electric vehicle into the designated area of ​​the battery swap cabinet. The battery swap cabinet uses high-precision sensors and image recognition technology to quickly read the battery's identity and power information. If there are stains, scratches or wear on the battery surface, the system can automatically perform image preprocessing to improve recognition accuracy.

[0050] c. Battery matching and replacement:

[0051] The system searches for a matching fully-charged battery in the battery swap cabinet based on the battery information, takes the fully-charged battery out of the charging compartment through a robotic arm or automatic conveyor, and puts it into the battery compartment of the user's electric vehicle. At the same time, the battery brought by the user is placed in an empty charging compartment for charging.

[0052] Step 3: Battery replacement completion and subsequent management

[0053] a. Battery replacement records and fee settlement:

[0054] The system records the time, location, and battery information data of the battery replacement operation, automatically calculates the battery replacement fee based on the number of battery replacements and battery power, and settles the account through the user. In the battery replacement record and fee settlement, the system identifies and records the battery model and its initial power used in each battery replacement, as well as the full charge state of the battery after the battery replacement. Based on this information, the system calculates the actual power provided to the electric vehicle, that is, the difference in battery power before and after the battery replacement. Subsequently, this power value is multiplied by a preset unit power cost coefficient by the system. In addition, the system also records the number of battery replacement operations. Finally, the system adds the above-mentioned fee calculated based on power and the possible number of times fee or service fee to obtain the total fee of this battery replacement operation. This fee is automatically recorded in the user's account and can be settled through the user's payment method, including balance deduction or online payment. If the user chooses prepaid or package service, the system will also automatically deduct or settle the fee based on the balance in the user's account or the remaining number of packages.

[0055] b. Safety monitoring and alarm:

[0056] During the battery swapping process, the status changes of the battery and the battery swapping cabinet are monitored in real time. If any abnormal situation occurs, such as abnormal battery power or the cabinet door is not closed, the system will immediately issue an alarm message and take corresponding safety measures;

[0057] c. User experience optimization:

[0058] Provide real-time status query function of the battery swap cabinet to facilitate users to understand the availability and battery power status of the battery swap cabinet, simplify the battery swap operation process, improve the battery swap efficiency, reduce user waiting time, collect user feedback and complaints, continuously optimize the functions and services of the battery swap cabinet, and enhance user experience.

[0059] The above is a detailed description of an embodiment of the present invention, but the content is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and cannot be considered to limit the scope of implementation of the present invention. All changes and improvements made according to the scope of application of the present invention should still fall within the scope of the patent coverage of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for non-sensing identification of battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: Step 1: Preparation for battery replacement a. Pre-entry of battery information: When the battery is produced or put into storage, its model, serial number, and key information of power are entered into the battery swap cabinet management system, and each battery is assigned a unique identity to facilitate identification and matching by the battery swap cabinet; b. Battery exchange cabinet status monitoring: Real-time monitoring of the status of each charging compartment in the battery swap cabinet, including battery power, temperature, and compartment door status, and displaying the real-time status of the battery swap cabinet in the battery swap cabinet management system for users to view and select; Step 2: Non-sensing identification and battery replacement stage a. User identity identification: Users authenticate their identities by scanning a code or swiping a card to ensure the safety of the battery replacement operation. The system records user information for subsequent battery replacement records and fee settlement. b. Battery information identification: The user puts the battery on the electric vehicle into the designated area of ​​the battery swap cabinet. The battery swap cabinet uses high-precision sensors and image recognition technology to quickly read the battery's identity and power information. If there are stains, scratches or wear on the battery surface, the system can automatically perform image preprocessing to improve recognition accuracy. c. Battery matching and replacement: The system searches for a matching fully-charged battery in the battery swap cabinet based on the battery information, takes the fully-charged battery out of the charging compartment through a robotic arm or automatic conveyor, and puts it into the battery compartment of the user's electric vehicle. At the same time, the battery brought by the user is placed in an empty charging compartment for charging. Step 3: Battery replacement completion and subsequent management a. Battery replacement records and fee settlement: The system records the time, location, and battery information of the battery replacement operation, automatically calculates the battery replacement fee based on the number of battery replacements and battery power, and settles the payment through the user's account; b. Safety monitoring and alarm: During the battery swapping process, the status changes of the battery and the battery swapping cabinet are monitored in real time. If any abnormal situation occurs, such as abnormal battery power or the cabinet door is not closed, the system will immediately issue an alarm message and take corresponding safety measures; c. User experience optimization: Provide real-time status query function of the battery swap cabinet to facilitate users to understand the availability and battery power status of the battery swap cabinet, simplify the battery swap operation process, improve the battery swap efficiency, reduce user waiting time, collect user feedback and complaints, continuously optimize the functions and services of the battery swap cabinet, and enhance user experience.

2. A method for non-sensing battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the battery information pre-entry step, during the battery production process or before warehousing, the battery model, serial number, initial power, production date, and manufacturer's key information are comprehensively collected and recorded through professional testing equipment and software. This information will be entered into the database of the battery swap cabinet management system to form a basic information file of the battery. In order to ensure the uniqueness and traceability of each battery, this step assigns an identity to each battery. This identifier is a QR code, RFID tag or other form of unique identification code. This identity identifier will be permanently attached to the battery. Whether in production, warehousing, charging, battery replacement or maintenance, the detailed information of the battery can be obtained by scanning or reading this identity identifier. In addition, this step also regularly updates and maintains the battery information to ensure that the battery information in the battery swap cabinet management system is consistent with the actual situation, thereby improving the recognition accuracy and matching efficiency of the battery swap cabinet.

3. A method for non-sensing battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the user identity identification step, the user first needs to scan the QR code provided on the battery swap cabinet with a mobile phone or other mobile device, or swipe the user card with a card reader to authenticate the identity. The core of this step is to connect the user's identity information with the battery swap cabinet management system. When the user scans the code or swipes the card, the system immediately sends a request to the background server to verify the user's identity information and account status. During this process, the system uses encryption technology and security protocols to ensure the transmission and storage security of user identity information. At the same time, the system also determines whether the user has the authority to perform battery swap operations based on the user's account status. If the user's identity authentication is successful and the account status is normal, the battery swap cabinet management system will record the user's identity information, including user name, battery swap time, and battery swap location key information, and start the battery swap process. After the battery swap is completed, the system will also automatically calculate the battery swap fee based on the number of battery swaps and battery power information, and settle it through the user's payment account.

4. A method for non-sensing battery replacement in a battery replacement cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the battery replacement record and fee settlement, the system identifies and records the battery model and its initial power used for each battery replacement, as well as the fully charged status of the battery after the battery replacement. Based on this information, the system calculates the actual power provided to the electric vehicle, that is, the difference in battery power before and after the battery replacement. Subsequently, this power value is multiplied by the system by a preset unit power cost coefficient. In addition, the system also records the number of battery replacement operations. Finally, the system adds the above-mentioned fee calculated based on the power level with the possible number of times fee or service fee to obtain the total cost of this battery replacement operation. This fee is automatically recorded in the user's account and can be settled through the user's payment method, including balance deduction or online payment. If the user chooses prepaid or package service, the system will also automatically deduct or settle the fee based on the balance in the user's account or the remaining number of packages.

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