Standby storage battery intelligent warehousing system and operation method

Abstract

The invention provides a standby storage battery intelligent warehousing system and an operation method thereof, the standby storage battery intelligent warehousing system comprises a main system, a standby storage battery warehousing subsystem, a standby storage battery maintenance subsystem and a standby storage battery transfer subsystem, and each subsystem and the main system carry out data interaction through a network. And the warehouse-in and warehouse-out task, the warehouse space information, the charging and discharging task, the AGV state and the transfer task are uploaded to the main system, the main system sends corresponding instructions to the subsystems according to the equipment and task states of the subsystems, and the instructions are executed by the equipment or devices in the subsystems. Aiming at problems and scene requirements in standby storage battery warehouse management, intelligent warehouse management is carried out on standby storage batteries through multi-system and multi-device collaborative fusion and an informatization means, and meanwhile, the warehouse-in and warehouse-out and transfer efficiency of the standby storage batteries is improved; the problems that a traditional standby storage battery lacks maintenance in the warehouse management process, the management efficiency is low, and replacement of the standby storage battery is wrong are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of intelligent storage of batteries, and in particular to an intelligent storage system and an operating method for backup batteries. Background Art

[0002] As a device that can convert chemical energy into electrical energy, batteries play an important role in modern society due to their unique performance and wide range of uses. In particular, batteries are used as backup power sources in communication base stations, data centers, DC equipment rooms, etc. to provide stable power when the main power supply is interrupted or the voltage is unstable.

[0003] The unique chemical properties of batteries, the use environment, over-charge and over-discharge, etc., cause degradation and damage. At this time, spare batteries are needed as spare parts for replacement. Therefore, in the management of batteries, the management of spare batteries is also particularly important.

[0004] At present, the management of backup batteries is simple and extensive, mainly based on paper records, long-term lack of maintenance, manual handling and replacement, etc., which is not only inefficient, but also leads to unreasonable replacement of batteries due to human subjective factors. Moreover, the lack of charging, discharging, activation and maintenance of backup batteries for a long time will reduce the performance of backup batteries and even make them unable to be used normally. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to solve the current technical problems, the main purpose of the present invention is to provide an intelligent storage system and operation method for backup batteries, so as to solve the problems of lack of maintenance, low management efficiency and errors in replacement of backup batteries in the storage management process of traditional backup batteries.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by the present invention is: a smart storage system for backup batteries, including a main system, a backup battery storage subsystem, a backup battery maintenance subsystem and a backup battery transportation subsystem. The subsystems and the main system exchange data through the network, and upload the warehousing and outbound tasks, warehouse information, charging and discharging tasks, AGV transport vehicle status and transportation tasks to the main system. The main system sends corresponding instructions to each subsystem according to the equipment and task status of each subsystem, and the equipment or devices in the subsystem execute them.

[0007] The spare battery storage subsystem includes a spare battery entry unit, a spare battery exit unit and a spare battery information query unit; wherein the spare battery entry unit is used to register the entry information of the newly purchased battery as a spare battery, encode the battery information and then transport it to the battery activation cabin for entry and charging operation, and after charging is completed, transport it to the storage area for storage and register the battery location information; the spare battery exit unit is used to transport the designated spare battery out of the storage area; the spare battery information query unit is used to query according to the battery model specification, entry time, and storage location information conditions to view the basic information, entry and exit information, and maintenance information of the inventory battery.

[0008] The spare battery out-of-warehouse unit includes a temporary out-of-warehouse step and a permanent out-of-warehouse step; wherein, The temporary outbound step is to send a temporary outbound instruction through the main system when the spare batteries are to be maintained regularly or irregularly, and to move the designated spare batteries from the storage area to the battery activation compartment for charging, discharging or activation. After the charging, discharging or activation is completed, the batteries are transported to the original warehouse in the storage area for storage. The permanent outbound procedure is that when a battery in the battery pack in use deteriorates or is damaged and needs to be replaced, a replacement application is submitted in the main system. The spare battery storage subsystem automatically searches for replacement batteries with the same specifications and models in the spare battery storage library based on the specifications and models of the batteries to be replaced. The permanent outbound instruction is issued through the main system to take out the matching batteries from the spare battery storage library and transport them to the replacement rack in the battery room in use.

[0009] The backup battery maintenance subsystem includes a battery maintenance unit and a data management unit; wherein, The battery maintenance unit is used to, after the main system creates and issues a battery maintenance task, the spare battery storage subsystem temporarily removes the spare batteries from the warehouse, and the spare battery transportation subsystem creates a temporary removal task to take the spare batteries that need maintenance out of the storage area and transport them to the battery activation cabin for battery maintenance operations; wherein, the battery maintenance operations include battery charging, battery discharging and battery activation; The data management unit is used to record the maintenance data of all the standby batteries maintained in the battery activation compartment, and to provide for viewing the maintenance data records and maintenance data details of the standby batteries.

[0010] The backup battery maintenance subsystem also includes a battery evaluation unit, which is used to analyze all recorded maintenance data, evaluate battery performance through data analysis, and provide a decision basis for replacement battery matching when the backup battery is permanently out of the warehouse.

[0011] The battery transport subsystem includes a task issuing unit, a task scheduling unit, a task query unit, a property editing and configuration unit, and a status viewing unit; The task issuing unit is used to automatically create a warehousing or outbound task upon receiving a warehousing or outbound instruction issued by the main system, and issue it to the AGV transport vehicle, so that the AGV transport vehicle performs the corresponding transport and transfer task; The task scheduling unit is used to temporarily schedule the current or planned tasks according to the priority of the tasks or the task status of the AGV transport vehicle; The task query unit is used to query the time, task execution progress, and task route of the task currently being executed or planned to be executed; The attribute editing and configuration unit is used to configure the AGV vehicle, plan the route, plan the docking points and pick-up and unloading points, mark the location of the warehouse, and configure the task priority according to the transfer path and scenario; The status viewing unit is used to view the real-time working status, real-time task status, and real-time task path information of the AGV vehicle in the battery transport subsystem.

[0012] A method for intelligent storage and operation of spare batteries adopts the aforementioned intelligent storage system for spare batteries and divides the storage management scene into a storage scanning area, a battery activation area, a battery storage area, a battery replacement area and a battery scrapping area. The operation method includes a spare battery storage step, a spare battery temporary out-of-stock step and a spare battery permanent out-of-stock step.

[0013] The step of storing the spare battery comprises: S a1. Information registration: The purchased spare batteries arrive at the warehousing scanning area, and the battery information is entered through the spare battery storage subsystem. After the battery information is entered in the system, a spare battery information QR code is generated; S a2. Paste the barcode: Print the battery information QR code through the barcode printer in the warehousing scanning area and paste it on the corresponding spare battery; S a3. Battery placement: Place the spare battery with the QR code affixed to it into the tray; S a4 warehousing task creation: After the spare battery storage subsystem creates a warehousing task, the spare battery storage subsystem sends the warehousing task to the spare battery transport subsystem through the main system; S a5 call AGV transporter: After the backup battery transport subsystem receives the warehousing task, it creates a warehousing transfer task and calls the dispatch AGV transporter; S a6. Binding of warehousing tasks: After the AGV transporter receives the warehousing transfer task, it arrives at the warehousing scanning area, and the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray, identifies the battery information, and binds the battery to the task; S a7. Transport to the battery activation area: After the AGV transporter identifies the battery information and binds it to the task, the AGV transporter lifts the pallet to the loading platform and transports it to the battery activation compartment in the battery activation area; S a8. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the empty charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits for orders or performs other transport tasks; S a9. Charging tool connection: When the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S a10. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S a11. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and the completed charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the warehousing transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S a12. Transfer to storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area; S a13. Binding of storage location information: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the spare battery storage area, it will give priority to selecting the nearest vacant storage location or the system-specified storage location, and identify the storage location number through the path and storage location space coordinate information. After binding the battery to the storage location information, the battery will be unloaded at the storage location.

[0014] The temporary storage battery removal step comprises: S b1. Start temporary delivery: The backup battery storage subsystem receives a maintenance task and starts a temporary delivery operation for the backup battery; S b2 temporary outbound task issuance: the spare battery storage subsystem sends a temporary outbound instruction to the spare battery transfer subsystem. After the spare battery transfer subsystem receives the temporary outbound task, it creates a temporary outbound transfer task and sends it to the AGV transporter; S b3 receiving temporary outbound transfer tasks: After the AGV truck receives the temporary outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding storage location according to the battery information in the maintenance task, and scans the QR code on the battery tray in the storage location by the PDA terminal carried by the AGV truck to confirm the battery information; S b4. Transport to the battery activation area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery activation cabin in the battery activation area; S b5. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the available charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits or continues to perform the transport task; S b6. Charging tool connection: After the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV transporter, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S b7. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S b8. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the temporary outbound transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S b9. Battery storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery batch in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area, and places it in the original warehouse for storage.

[0015] The step of permanently removing the spare battery from the warehouse comprises: S c1. Start permanent delivery: When a battery in the battery pack is deteriorated or damaged and needs to be replaced, the backup battery storage subsystem can be used to start the permanent delivery of the backup battery; S c2 battery specification matching: the backup battery storage subsystem according to the specifications of the battery to be replaced, the backup battery library to retrieve matching specifications and the best performance of the backup battery information; S c3 permanent outbound task issued: spare replacement battery information retrieval match successfully, the permanent outbound instruction is sent to the spare battery transport subsystem, spare battery transport subsystem receives the permanent outbound task, create a permanent outbound transport task, and sent to the AGV transporter; S c4. Receive permanent outbound transfer task: After the AGV transporter receives the permanent outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding location based on the successfully matched battery information, and when it arrives at the location, scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray of the location through the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter to confirm the battery information; S c5. Transport to the battery replacement area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery replacement area; S c6. Spare battery delivery reminder: After the battery replacement area detects the spare battery, an alarm is triggered to remind the staff that the spare battery has been delivered; S c7 eliminated battery position status detection: the replacement of the eliminated battery into the battery replacement area to be scrapped battery storage grid, trigger the sensor and upload the temporary storage grid occupancy status to the backup battery transport subsystem; S c8. Transfer of obsolete batteries to the scrapping area: The spare battery transfer subsystem sends a command to the AGV transporter. After receiving the command, the AGV transporter goes to the battery replacement area to pick up the batteries to be scrapped in the temporary storage compartment of the batteries to be scrapped, and transfers the batteries to the battery scrapping area.

[0016] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. The present invention aims at the problems and scenario requirements existing in the storage management of spare batteries. Through the coordinated integration of multiple systems and multiple devices, the present invention performs intelligent storage management of spare batteries through information technology, and at the same time improves the efficiency of storage and transportation of spare batteries, and solves the problems of lack of maintenance, low management efficiency, and errors in replacement of spare batteries in the storage management process of traditional spare batteries.

[0017] 2. The intelligent storage operation method of spare batteries in the present invention is based on the storage scenarios and characteristics of spare batteries, and divides the intelligent battery storage into multiple functional areas including the warehousing area, storage area, activation area, replacement area, and scrapping area, providing an application scenario for the intelligent storage method of spare batteries.

[0018] 3. The temporary storage and activation compartment of the backup battery in the present invention solves the problem of lack of maintenance of the backup battery during storage. The backup battery is regularly or irregularly charged and discharged, activated and cycled, tested and maintained, which improves the chemical activity and storage life of the backup battery.

[0019] 4. The backup battery maintenance subsystem of the present invention can not only effectively monitor the battery status of the backup battery through recording and analyzing the test maintenance data of the backup battery and evaluating its performance, but also grade the performance evaluation of the backup battery, thereby providing a more accurate and optimized decision-making basis for backup battery replacement and matching, and reducing the subjectivity and reliance on experience of personnel in selecting backup batteries.

[0020] 5. In the intelligent storage operation method for spare batteries of the present invention, the AGV transporter is used for the storage, out-of-warehouse and transportation of spare batteries. Combined with the AGV path planning, spatial positioning ability and transportation advantages, it can not only accurately and quickly locate and identify the target battery, but also improve the efficiency of storage, out-of-warehouse and transportation of spare batteries. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation or the prior art description are briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some implementations of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work: Figure 1 This is a functional structure diagram of the intelligent storage management system for backup batteries of the present invention; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the intelligent storage area division and path planning of backup batteries of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a data interaction diagram of the intelligent storage management system for backup batteries of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a flowchart of the intelligent storage management of spare batteries in the present invention; Figure 5 This is a flowchart of the temporary delivery process of intelligent storage management of spare batteries of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a flowchart of the permanent delivery process of the intelligent storage management of spare batteries of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The technical solution of the present invention will be described clearly and completely below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. 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.

[0023] Embodiment 1: like Figure 1 , 2 As shown, the present invention provides an intelligent storage system for backup batteries, including a main system, a backup battery storage subsystem, a backup battery maintenance subsystem and a backup battery transportation subsystem. Each subsystem and the main system exchange data through a network, and upload warehousing and outbound tasks, warehouse location information, charging and discharging tasks, AGV transport vehicle status and transportation tasks to the main system. The main system sends corresponding instructions to each subsystem according to the equipment and task status of each subsystem, and the equipment or device in the subsystem executes the instructions.

[0024] Specifically, the hardware part of the spare battery storage subsystem includes a PDA in the storage scanning area, a battery tray, a barcode printer, and a spare battery storage rack.

[0025] The hardware part of the backup battery pool maintenance subsystem includes the battery activation area, the battery activation cabin, the charge and discharge activation instrument, and the charge and discharge tooling.

[0026] The spare battery transport subsystem includes an AGV transporter and a replacement rack.

[0027] The PDA in the scanning area is placed on the AGV transporter and can specifically identify the spare battery barcode or QR code.

[0028] The battery tray is used to place batteries and is also the carrier for AGV transport vehicles. The battery tray is designed according to the maximum size of the spare battery and is compatible with other battery specifications. It adopts a gravity telescopic design. When the battery is placed, the clamps around the bottom of the tray are automatically clamped due to the gravity of the battery, and the placed battery will tip over during transportation.

[0029] The barcode printer is used to print the barcode or QR code of the spare battery.

[0030] The spare battery storage rack is used to store spare batteries. The storage positions on the storage rack are numbered and the spatial coordinate points are marked in the system.

[0031] The battery activation compartment in the battery activation area is mainly equipped with a battery charge and discharge activation instrument and a charge and discharge tooling.

[0032] The charging and discharging tooling adopts a four-way free robot design, which can be raised and lowered according to the battery height, and adjusted left and right according to the positive and negative electrodes of the battery, adapting to a variety of battery specifications.

[0033] The charging and discharging tooling is connected to the charging and discharging activation instrument. When the spare battery is moved to its charging position, the tooling sensing device senses the battery and automatically adjusts the upper, lower, left, and right manipulators to connect the battery poles according to the battery size and electrode distance.

[0034] AGV transporter is a mature intelligent transport robot on the market. It can travel along a specified guide path. It has safety protection and various transfer functions. It is a transporter that does not require a driver in industrial applications and uses rechargeable batteries as its power source.

[0035] The spare battery replacement rack is placed outside the door of the battery room in use. The spare battery replacement rack adopts a customized design and mainly includes a rack body, temporary storage grid, communication module, alarm module and gravity sensor.

[0036] The temporary storage compartments of the spare battery replacement rack are divided into temporary storage compartments for spare batteries and temporary storage compartments for batteries to be scrapped. A gravity sensor is designed at the bottom of the temporary storage compartment to detect whether there are batteries placed in the temporary storage compartments.

[0037] The alarm module of the spare battery replacement rack is used to remind the staff to move the batteries in the temporary storage compartment of the replacement rack to the battery room for replacement.

[0038] The spare battery replacement rack communication module is used to update the idle status in the temporary storage compartment. When the system recognizes that there are batteries in the temporary storage compartment for scrapped batteries, it sends a transfer instruction to the GV transporter, and the GV transporter transports the batteries in the temporary storage compartment for scrapped batteries to the battery scrapping area to wait for scrapping.

[0039] In this embodiment, the spare battery storage subsystem includes a spare battery storage unit, a spare battery storage unit and a spare battery information query unit.

[0040] Specifically, the spare battery storage unit is used to register the storage information of the newly purchased batteries as spare batteries, encode the battery information and then transport it to the battery activation compartment for storage and charging. After charging is completed, it is transported to the storage area for storage and the battery storage location information is registered.

[0041] The spare battery outbound unit is used to transport designated spare batteries out of the storage area.

[0042] The spare battery information query unit is used to query according to the battery model specifications, storage time, and storage location information conditions to view the basic information, storage information, and maintenance information of the inventory batteries.

[0043] The storage of spare batteries means that after the new spare batteries are purchased, the battery information is entered in the storage scanning area, and the system generates a battery information barcode or QR code, which is printed by a barcode printer and pasted on the designated position of the battery. After the battery is placed on a pallet, it is transported to the battery activation area by an AGV transporter for charging, discharging or activation. After activation is completed, the AGV transporter transports the battery to an empty storage position in the battery storage room and updates the battery storage position information in the system.

[0044] The dispatch of spare batteries means that when the batteries in use need to be replaced, the staff submits the replacement instructions in the system, and the system automatically matches the batteries of the same specifications and models in the spare battery storage room. After the dispatch instruction is issued, the AGV transporter will transport the matched spare batteries to the spare battery temporary storage compartment on the replacement shelf of the battery room in use.

[0045] The charging, discharging and activation maintenance of the spare batteries is to transport the spare batteries to the battery activation cabin by the AGV transporter for the first charging when they are put into storage. And the daily charging, discharging and activation of the spare batteries in the storage area are maintenance operations.

[0046] Furthermore, the spare battery out-of-warehouse unit includes a temporary out-of-warehouse step and a permanent out-of-warehouse step, wherein: The temporary outbound step is to send a temporary outbound instruction through the main system when the spare batteries are to be maintained regularly or irregularly, and to move the designated spare batteries from the storage area to the battery activation compartment for charging, discharging or activation. After the charging, discharging or activation is completed, the batteries are transported to the original warehouse in the storage area for storage. The permanent outbound procedure is that when a battery in the battery pack in use deteriorates or is damaged and needs to be replaced, a replacement application is submitted in the main system. The spare battery storage subsystem automatically searches for replacement batteries with the same specifications and models in the spare battery storage library based on the specifications and models of the batteries to be replaced. The permanent outbound instruction is issued through the main system to take out the matching batteries from the spare battery storage library and transport them to the replacement rack in the battery room in use.

[0047] In this embodiment, the backup battery maintenance subsystem includes a battery maintenance unit and a data management unit; wherein, The battery maintenance unit is used to, after the main system creates and issues a battery maintenance task, the spare battery storage subsystem temporarily removes the spare batteries from the warehouse, and the spare battery transportation subsystem creates a temporary removal task to take the spare batteries that need maintenance out of the storage area and transport them to the battery activation cabin for battery maintenance operations; wherein, the battery maintenance operations include battery charging, battery discharging and battery activation; The data management unit is used to record the maintenance data of all the standby batteries maintained in the battery activation compartment, and to provide for viewing the maintenance data records and maintenance data details of the standby batteries.

[0048] Furthermore, the backup battery maintenance subsystem also includes a battery evaluation unit, which is used to analyze all recorded maintenance data, evaluate battery performance through data analysis, and provide a decision basis for replacement battery matching when the backup battery is permanently out of the warehouse.

[0049] In this embodiment, the battery transport subsystem includes a task issuing unit, a task scheduling unit, a task query unit, a property editing and configuration unit, and a status viewing unit; The task issuing unit is used to automatically create an inbound or outbound task upon receiving an inbound or outbound instruction from the main system, and issue it to the AGV transporter, which then performs the corresponding transport and transfer task. The task scheduling unit is used to temporarily schedule the current or planned tasks according to the priority of the tasks or the task status of the AGV transporter; The task query unit is used to query the time, task execution progress, and task route of the task currently being executed or planned to be executed; The attribute editing and configuration unit is used to configure the AGV vehicle, plan the route, plan the docking points and pick-up and unloading points, mark the location of the warehouse, and configure the task priority according to the transfer path and scenario; The status viewing unit is used to view the real-time working status, real-time task status, and real-time task path information of the AGV vehicle in the battery transport subsystem.

[0050] Embodiment 2: A method for intelligent storage and operation of spare batteries adopts the aforementioned intelligent storage system for spare batteries and divides the storage management scene into a storage scanning area, a battery activation area, a battery storage area, a battery replacement area and a battery scrapping area. The operation method includes a spare battery storage step, a spare battery temporary out-of-stock step and a spare battery permanent out-of-stock step.

[0051] See also Figure 3 , 4 The steps for storing spare batteries include: S a1. Information registration: The purchased spare batteries arrive at the warehousing scanning area, and the battery information is entered through the spare battery storage subsystem. After the battery information is entered in the system, a spare battery information QR code is generated; S a2. Paste the barcode: Print the battery information QR code through the barcode printer in the warehousing scanning area and paste it on the corresponding spare battery; S a3. Battery placement: Place the spare battery with the QR code affixed to it into the tray; S a4 warehousing task creation: After the spare battery storage subsystem creates a warehousing task, the spare battery storage subsystem sends the warehousing task to the spare battery transport subsystem through the main system; S a5 call AGV transport vehicle: After the backup battery transport subsystem receives the warehousing task, it creates a warehousing transfer task and calls the dispatch AGV transport vehicle; S a6. Binding of warehousing tasks: After the AGV transporter receives the warehousing transfer task, it arrives at the warehousing scanning area, and the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray, identifies the battery information, and binds the battery to the task; S a7. Transport to the battery activation area: After the AGV transporter identifies the battery information and binds it to the task, the AGV transporter lifts the pallet to the loading platform and transports it to the battery activation compartment in the battery activation area; S a8. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the empty charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits for orders or performs other transport tasks; S a9. Charging tool connection: When the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S a10. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S a11. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and the completed charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the warehousing transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S a12. Transfer to storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area; S a13. Binding of storage location information: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the spare battery storage area, it will give priority to selecting the nearest vacant storage location or the system-specified storage location, and identify the storage location number through the path and storage location space coordinate information. After binding the battery to the storage location information, the battery will be unloaded at the storage location.

[0052] See also Figure 3 , 5 The steps for temporary release of spare batteries include: S b1. Start temporary delivery: The backup battery storage subsystem receives a maintenance task and starts a temporary delivery operation for the backup battery; S b2 temporary outbound task issuance: the spare battery storage subsystem sends a temporary outbound instruction to the spare battery transfer subsystem. After the spare battery transfer subsystem receives the temporary outbound task, it creates a temporary outbound transfer task and sends it to the AGV transporter; S b3 receiving temporary outbound transfer tasks: After the AGV truck receives the temporary outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding storage location according to the battery information in the maintenance task, and scans the QR code on the battery tray in the storage location by the PDA terminal carried by the AGV truck to confirm the battery information; S b4. Transport to the battery activation area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery activation cabin in the battery activation area; S b5. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the available charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits or continues to perform the transport task; S b6. Charging tool connection: After the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV transporter, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S b7. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S b8. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the temporary outbound transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S b9. Battery storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery batch in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area, and places it in the original warehouse for storage.

[0053] See also Figure 3 , 6 The steps for permanently removing the spare battery from the warehouse include: S c1. Start permanent delivery: When a battery in the battery pack is deteriorated or damaged and needs to be replaced, the backup battery storage subsystem can be used to start the permanent delivery of the backup battery; S c2 battery specification matching: the backup battery storage subsystem according to the specifications of the battery to be replaced, the backup battery library to retrieve matching specifications and the best performance of the backup battery information; S c3 permanent outbound task issued: spare replacement battery information retrieval match successfully, the permanent outbound instruction is sent to the spare battery transport subsystem, spare battery transport subsystem receives the permanent outbound task, create a permanent outbound transport task, and sent to the AGV transporter; S c4. Receive permanent outbound transfer task: After the AGV transporter receives the permanent outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding location based on the successfully matched battery information, and when it arrives at the location, scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray of the location through the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter to confirm the battery information; S c5. Transport to the battery replacement area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery replacement area; S c6. Spare battery delivery reminder: After the battery replacement area detects the spare battery, an alarm is triggered to remind the staff that the spare battery has been delivered; S c7 eliminated battery position status detection: the replacement of the eliminated battery into the battery replacement area to be scrapped battery storage grid, trigger the sensor and upload the temporary storage grid occupancy status to the backup battery transport subsystem; S c8. Transfer of obsolete batteries to the scrapping area: The spare battery transfer subsystem sends a command to the AGV transporter. After receiving the command, the AGV transporter goes to the battery replacement area to pick up the batteries to be scrapped in the temporary storage compartment of the batteries to be scrapped, and transfers the batteries to the battery scrapping area.

[0054] In the second embodiment, the steps of replacing the deteriorated battery in use with a spare battery and scrapping the deteriorated battery are also included.

[0055] Specifically, when a degraded or damaged battery appears in the battery pack in use and needs to be replaced, the system automatically matches a spare battery of the same specification in the spare battery storage area and issues a replacement task. The AGV transporter takes out the matched battery from the spare battery storage area and transports it to the replacement shelf in the battery room in use, where it is replaced by maintenance personnel.

[0056] The scrapping of deteriorated and damaged batteries refers to the deteriorated and damaged batteries that have been replaced from the used batteries and temporarily stored on the replacement rack. They are taken out by the AGV transporter and transported to the battery scrapping area for scrapping.

Claims

1. An intelligent storage system for backup batteries, characterized in that: It includes the main system, backup battery storage subsystem, backup battery maintenance subsystem and backup battery transportation subsystem. The subsystems and the main system exchange data through the network. The warehousing and outbound tasks, warehouse information, charging and discharging tasks, AGV transport vehicle status and transportation tasks are uploaded to the main system. The main system sends corresponding instructions to each subsystem according to the equipment and task status of each subsystem, and the equipment or devices in the subsystem execute them.

2. The intelligent storage system for backup batteries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The backup battery storage subsystem includes a backup battery storage unit, a backup battery storage unit and a backup battery information query unit; wherein, The spare battery storage unit is used to register the storage information of the newly purchased batteries as spare batteries, encode the information of the batteries and then transport them to the battery activation cabin for storage and charging. After charging, they are transported to the storage area for storage and the battery storage location information is registered; The spare battery outbound unit is used to transport the designated spare batteries out of the storage area; The spare battery information query unit is used to query according to the battery model specifications, storage time, and storage location information conditions to view the basic information, storage information, and maintenance information of the inventory batteries.

3. The intelligent storage system for backup batteries according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The spare battery out-of-warehouse unit includes a temporary out-of-warehouse step and a permanent out-of-warehouse step; wherein, The temporary outbound step is to send a temporary outbound instruction through the main system when the spare batteries are to be maintained regularly or irregularly, and to move the designated spare batteries from the storage area to the battery activation compartment for charging, discharging or activation. After the charging, discharging or activation is completed, the batteries are transported to the original warehouse in the storage area for storage. The permanent outbound procedure is that when a battery in the battery pack in use deteriorates or is damaged and needs to be replaced, a replacement application is submitted in the main system. The spare battery storage subsystem automatically searches for replacement batteries with the same specifications and models in the spare battery storage library based on the specifications and models of the batteries to be replaced. The permanent outbound instruction is issued through the main system to take out the matching batteries from the spare battery storage library and transport them to the replacement rack in the battery room in use.

4. The intelligent storage system for backup batteries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The backup battery maintenance subsystem includes a battery maintenance unit and a data management unit; wherein, The battery maintenance unit is used to, after the main system creates and issues a battery maintenance task, the spare battery storage subsystem temporarily removes the spare batteries from the warehouse, and the spare battery transportation subsystem creates a temporary removal task to take the spare batteries that need maintenance out of the storage area and transport them to the battery activation cabin for battery maintenance operations; wherein, the battery maintenance operations include battery charging, battery discharging and battery activation; The data management unit is used to record the maintenance data of all the standby batteries maintained in the battery activation compartment, and to provide for viewing the maintenance data records and maintenance data details of the standby batteries.

5. The intelligent storage system for backup batteries according to claim 4, characterized in that: The backup battery maintenance subsystem also includes a battery evaluation unit, which is used to analyze all recorded maintenance data, evaluate battery performance through data analysis, and provide a decision basis for replacement battery matching when the backup battery is permanently out of the warehouse.

6. The intelligent storage system for backup batteries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The battery transport subsystem includes a task issuing unit, a task scheduling unit, a task query unit, a property editing and configuration unit, and a status viewing unit; The task issuing unit is used to automatically create a warehousing or outbound task upon receiving a warehousing or outbound instruction issued by the main system, and issue it to the AGV transport vehicle, so that the AGV transport vehicle performs the corresponding transport and transfer task; The task scheduling unit is used to temporarily schedule the current or planned tasks according to the priority of the tasks or the task status of the AGV transport vehicle; The task query unit is used to query the time, task execution progress, and task route of the task currently being executed or planned to be executed; The attribute editing and configuration unit is used to configure the AGV vehicle, plan the route, plan the docking points and pick-up and unloading points, mark the location of the warehouse, and configure the task priority according to the transfer path and scenario; The status viewing unit is used to view the real-time working status, real-time task status, and real-time task path information of the AGV vehicle in the battery transport subsystem.

7. A method for intelligent storage and operation of backup batteries, characterized in that: An intelligent storage system for spare batteries as described in any one of claims 1 to 7 is adopted, and the storage management scene is divided into a storage scanning area, a battery activation area, a battery storage area, a battery replacement area and a battery scrapping area. The operation method includes a spare battery storage step, a spare battery temporary outbound step and a spare battery permanent outbound step.

8. The intelligent storage operation method for backup batteries according to claim 7, characterized in that: The step of storing the spare battery comprises: S a1. Information registration: The purchased spare batteries arrive at the warehousing scanning area, and the battery information is entered through the spare battery storage subsystem. After the battery information is entered in the system, a spare battery information QR code is generated; S a2. Paste the barcode: Print the battery information QR code through the barcode printer in the warehousing scanning area and paste it on the corresponding spare battery; S a3. Battery placement: Place the spare battery with the QR code affixed to it into the tray; S a4 warehousing task creation: After the spare battery storage subsystem creates a warehousing task, the spare battery storage subsystem sends the warehousing task to the spare battery transport subsystem through the main system; S a5 call AGV transporter: After the backup battery transport subsystem receives the warehousing task, it creates a warehousing transfer task and calls the dispatch AGV transporter; S a6. Binding of warehousing tasks: After the AGV transporter receives the warehousing transfer task, it arrives at the warehousing scanning area, and the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray, identifies the battery information, and binds the battery to the task; S a7. Transport to the battery activation area: After the AGV transporter identifies the battery information and binds it to the task, the AGV transporter lifts the pallet to the loading platform and transports it to the battery activation compartment in the battery activation area; S a8. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the empty charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits for orders or performs other transport tasks; S a9. Charging tool connection: When the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S a10. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S a11. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and the completed charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the warehousing transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S a12. Transfer to storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area; S a13. Binding of storage location information: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the spare battery storage area, it will give priority to selecting the nearest vacant storage location or the system-specified storage location, and identify the storage location number through the path and storage location space coordinate information. After binding the battery to the storage location information, the battery will be unloaded at the storage location.

9. The intelligent storage operation method for backup batteries according to claim 7, characterized in that: The temporary storage battery removal step comprises: S b1. Start temporary delivery: The backup battery storage subsystem receives a maintenance task and starts a temporary delivery operation for the backup battery; S b2 temporary outbound task issuance: the spare battery storage subsystem sends a temporary outbound instruction to the spare battery transfer subsystem. After the spare battery transfer subsystem receives the temporary outbound task, it creates a temporary outbound transfer task and sends it to the AGV transporter; S b3 receiving temporary outbound transfer tasks: After the AGV truck receives the temporary outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding storage location according to the battery information in the maintenance task, and scans the QR code on the battery tray in the storage location by the PDA terminal carried by the AGV truck to confirm the battery information; S b4. Transport to the battery activation area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery activation cabin in the battery activation area; S b5. Confirmation of charging position: After the AGV transporter transports the battery to the battery activation compartment, it sends a query for the available charging position through the spare battery transport subsystem. After receiving the query command for the charging position, the spare battery maintenance subsystem feeds back all the available charging positions in the current battery activation compartment to the spare battery transport subsystem and the AGV transporter. The AGV transporter plans the nearest available charging position based on the available charging positions, unloads the spare battery at the charging position, and then waits or continues to perform the transport task; S b6. Charging tool connection: After the spare battery is unloaded to the charging position by the AGV transporter, start the charging tool to adjust the position of the manipulator and connect the battery pole; S b7. Start charging operation: After the charging tool is correctly connected to the battery pole, the backup battery maintenance subsystem starts the charging operation and records the charging data in real time; S b8. Charging completed: After charging is completed, the charging tooling automatically disconnects from the battery pole, disconnects the power supply and resets to the initial state. The backup battery maintenance subsystem sends the charging completion result and charging position information to the backup battery transport subsystem. After receiving the command, the backup battery transport subsystem activates the temporary outbound transport task and sends it to the AGV transporter that performs the task. S b9. Battery storage: After receiving the task instruction, the AGV transporter goes to the corresponding charging position in the battery activation compartment, scans the battery information through the PDA terminal carried on the vehicle, confirms that the battery belongs to the battery batch in the storage task, lifts the battery and transports it to the battery storage area, and places it in the original warehouse for storage.

10. The intelligent storage operation method for backup batteries according to claim 7, characterized in that: The step of permanently removing the spare battery from the warehouse comprises: S c1. Start permanent delivery: When a battery in the battery pack is deteriorated or damaged and needs to be replaced, the backup battery storage subsystem can be used to start the permanent delivery of the backup battery; S c2 battery specification matching: the backup battery storage subsystem according to the specifications of the battery to be replaced, the backup battery library to retrieve matching specifications and the best performance of the backup battery information; S c3 permanent outbound task issued: spare replacement battery information retrieval match successfully, the permanent outbound instruction is sent to the spare battery transport subsystem, spare battery transport subsystem receives the permanent outbound task, create a permanent outbound transport task, and sent to the AGV transporter; S c4. Receive permanent outbound transfer task: After the AGV transporter receives the permanent outbound task, it arrives at the battery storage area, searches for the corresponding location based on the successfully matched battery information, and when it arrives at the location, scans the QR code attached to the battery in the tray of the location through the PDA terminal carried by the AGV transporter to confirm the battery information; S c5. Transport to the battery replacement area: After confirming that the battery information is correct, the AGV transporter lifts the battery tray to the loading platform and transports the battery to the battery replacement area; S c6. Spare battery delivery reminder: After the battery replacement area detects the spare battery, an alarm is triggered to remind the staff that the spare battery has been delivered; S c7 eliminated battery position status detection: the replacement of the eliminated battery into the battery replacement area to be scrapped battery storage grid, trigger the sensor and upload the temporary storage grid occupancy status to the backup battery transport subsystem; S c8. Transfer of obsolete batteries to the scrapping area: The spare battery transfer subsystem sends a command to the AGV transporter. After receiving the command, the AGV transporter goes to the battery replacement area to pick up the batteries to be scrapped in the temporary storage compartment of the batteries to be scrapped, and transfers the batteries to the battery scrapping area.

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