Vehicle charging equipment and charging method thereof

Abstract

The invention provides vehicle charging equipment and a charging method thereof. The charging equipment comprises a charging assembly. The charging assembly is arranged in the parking space area, and the height of the charging assembly is lower than that of a chassis of the vehicle; the charging assembly comprises a charging gun, a cable and a storage device, the charging gun is connected with the cable, the cable penetrates through the storage device to be connected with the power supply module, and the charging gun and the exposed part of the cable can be stored in the storage device; according to the scheme, as the charging assembly is close to any edge of the parking space, the charging gun can be conveniently taken and placed for use, meanwhile, the charging assembly is lower than the chassis of the vehicle, the vehicle body cannot collide with the charging assembly to cause the problem that the vehicle body or the charging assembly is damaged in the process that the vehicle is driven into the parking space area, and the charging efficiency is improved. And the problem of extra occupied space of a traditional vertical charging pile is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of charging equipment, and in particular, to a vehicle charging device and a charging method thereof. Background Art

[0002] Traditional electric vehicle charging piles are usually erected on the ground or attached to the wall, which limits the shape and space of parking spaces that can be used for parking and charging. In some existing large outdoor parking lots, a grid-shaped parking space layout is adopted. The space between parking spaces is definitely limited and cannot meet the installation and use conditions of column-type charging piles. If they are forced to be configured, there will be a problem of vehicle body collision with charging piles. For example, spaces such as outdoor parking lots in highway service areas and outdoor parking lots in convenience stores are formed by a large number of field-shaped parking spaces connected in parallel. The space between the rear and side of two cars is obviously not enough to set up "column" charging equipment. Based on reality, there is indeed no large field-shaped parking lot with charging piles at the parking spaces; therefore, a new type of charging equipment is urgently needed to solve the problems of additional space occupied in the grid-shaped parking lot and potential vehicle body collision in the existing technology. Summary of the invention

[0003] The purpose of the present application is to solve the problem of the charging device in the prior art occupying additional space in the grid-shaped parking lot and the potential vehicle body collision problem.

[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned objectives, in a first aspect, the present application provides a vehicle charging device, including a charging component;

[0005] The charging assembly is arranged in the parking area and close to any edge of the parking area, and the height of the charging assembly is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle;

[0006] The charging assembly includes a charging gun, a cable and a storage device, the charging gun is connected to the cable, the cable passes through the storage device and is connected to the power supply module, and the exposed parts of the charging gun and the cable can be stored in the storage device.

[0007] Furthermore, the storage device is arranged at the front end, the rear end or the middle part of the parking area near both sides.

[0008] Furthermore, the storage device is arranged above the ground in the parking area.

[0009] Furthermore, the width of the storage device is smaller than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, so that the vehicle can pass through the storage device.

[0010] Furthermore, buffer platforms are respectively provided at both ends of the storage device in the wheel driving direction, so that the wheels can pass through the storage device via the buffer platforms.

[0011] Furthermore, the width of the storage device is not less than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, so that the rear wheels of the vehicle can abut against or drive onto the storage device.

[0012] Further, one end of the storage device that is in the traveling direction of the wheel and faces the wheel is arranged as an upright end, so that the wheel can abut against the upright end.

[0013] Furthermore, a buffer platform is provided at one end of the storage device which is in the wheel travel direction and faces the wheel, so that the wheel can travel to the top of the storage device via the buffer platform.

[0014] Further, the storage device comprises a first shell, and a first storage cavity for accommodating cables is provided inside the first shell;

[0015] At least one side wall of the first shell away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a first cable storage groove, the first cable storage groove is connected to the first storage cavity through a first wire hole, and the first cable storage groove is arranged laterally along the side wall to store the exposed part of the cable.

[0016] Furthermore, a first slot is provided on the side wall of the first shell, and the charging gun can be inserted into the first slot in the storage state.

[0017] Furthermore, the storage device is arranged below the ground in the parking area.

[0018] Furthermore, a mounting groove is provided in the parking area, and the storage device is provided in the mounting groove, so that the top surface height of the storage device is not higher than the ground height.

[0019] Further, the storage device comprises a second shell, and a second storage cavity for accommodating the cable is provided inside the second shell;

[0020] At least one side wall of the second shell away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a second cable storage groove, the second cable storage groove is connected to the second storage cavity through a second wire hole, and the second cable storage groove is arranged laterally along the side wall to store the exposed part of the cable.

[0021] Furthermore, the side wall of the second shell is connected to the inner wall of the installation slot via a rotating connector, so that the second shell can be flipped relative to the installation slot.

[0022] Furthermore, a second slot is provided on the side wall of the second shell, and the charging gun can be inserted into the second slot in the storage state.

[0023] Furthermore, a wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism is provided inside the storage device, and the cable is wound around the wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism.

[0024] In a second aspect, the present application provides a charging method for a vehicle charging device, which is applied to the above-mentioned vehicle charging device, and the method includes:

[0025] The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area, stops above the vehicle charging device, and takes out the charging gun from the charging component at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle to be charged.

[0026] In a third aspect, the present application provides a charging method for a vehicle charging device, which is applied to the above-mentioned vehicle charging device, and the method includes:

[0027] The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area so that the wheels can abut against the upright end of the storage device;

[0028] Then take out the charging gun from the charging assembly at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle.

[0029] In a fourth aspect, the present application provides a charging method for a vehicle charging device, which is applied to the above-mentioned vehicle charging device, and the method includes:

[0030] The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area so that the wheels can pass through the buffer platform and park at the upper end of the storage device;

[0031] Then take out the charging gun from the charging assembly at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle.

[0032] Using the above technical solution, the vehicle charging device and charging method provided by this application have the following features:

[0033] Beneficial effects:

[0034] In this solution, the charging assembly is arranged in the parking area, close to any edge of the parking space, which is convenient and the height of the charging assembly is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle; the charging assembly includes a charging gun, a cable and a storage device, the charging gun is connected to the cable, the cable passes through the storage device and is connected to the power supply module, and the exposed parts of the charging gun and the cable can be stored in the storage device; when in use, since the charging assembly is close to any edge of the parking space, it is convenient to take and put the charging gun for use. At the same time, the height of the charging assembly is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle. When the vehicle enters the parking area, the body will not collide with the charging assembly to cause damage to the body or the charging assembly, and the extra space occupied by traditional upright charging piles is saved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0035] The drawings constituting a part of this application are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative implementation methods and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an improper limitation on this application. In the drawings:

[0036] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle charging device provided in Example 1 of the present application;

[0037] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0038] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The internal structure diagram of the vehicle charging device shown;

[0039] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a vehicle charging device in use;

[0040] Figure 5 Another structural schematic diagram of a vehicle charging device provided in Embodiment 1 of the present application;

[0041] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle charging device provided in Example 2 of the present application;

[0042] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram showing a vehicle charging device in use;

[0043] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle charging device provided in Example 3 of the present application;

[0044] Fig. 9 for Figure 8 A schematic diagram showing a vehicle charging device in use;

[0045] Fig.10 This is an external schematic diagram of a vehicle charging device provided in Embodiment 4 of the present application;

[0046] Fig.11 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of a vehicle charging device and a mounting slot provided in the fourth embodiment of the present application;

[0047] Fig.12 for Fig.11 The internal structure diagram of the vehicle charging device shown;

[0048] Fig.13 for Fig.11 A schematic diagram showing a vehicle charging device in use.

[0049] Description of reference numerals:

[0050] 100-charging gun; 200-cable; 300-storage device; 310-first shell; 320-first storage cavity; 330-first cable storage slot; 340-first slot; 350-second shell; 360-second storage cavity; 370-second cable storage slot; 380-rotating connector; 390-second slot; 400-buffer platform; 600-installation slot; 700-wire retracting and releasing mechanism; 800-interactive identification device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0051] Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, example embodiments can be implemented in a variety of forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present disclosure will be more comprehensive and complete and fully convey the concepts of the example embodiments to those skilled in the art. The accompanying drawings are only schematic illustrations of the present disclosure and are not necessarily drawn to scale. The same reference numerals in the figures represent the same or similar parts, and thus their repeated description will be omitted.

[0052] The embodiment of the present application provides a vehicle charging device, which is mainly used in parking spaces in parking lots to replace traditional standing charging piles, elevated charging systems, etc.

[0053] like Figures 1 to 13 As shown, the vehicle charging device includes a storage device 100 and a charging assembly;

[0054] The present application provides a vehicle charging device, which is mainly used in parking spaces in parking lots to replace traditional standing charging piles, elevated charging systems, etc.

[0055] The vehicle charging device comprises a charging component;

[0056] The charging assembly is arranged in the parking space area, preferably near any edge of the parking space, to facilitate charging of the vehicle, and the height of the charging assembly is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle, such as not higher than 0.5 meters or not lower than 2 meters from the ground; in this way, the problem of "accidental" collision with the charging assembly can be effectively alleviated when the vehicle enters the parking space, and, compared with the existing standing charging piles, since the charging assembly is lower than the height of the vehicle chassis, it will not occupy additional space in the parking space.

[0057] Specifically, the charging assembly includes a charging gun 100, a cable 200 and a storage device 300. The charging gun 100 is connected to the cable 200, and the cable 200 passes through the storage device 300 to be connected to the power supply module. In addition, the exposed parts of the charging gun 100 and the cable 200 can be stored in the storage device 300, which effectively stores the charging gun 100 and the cable 200, and can prevent the exposed parts of the charging gun 100 and the cable 200 from being exposed to the outside and being damaged by accidental crushing or damage caused by exposure to the sun, rain and other environments.

[0058] In actual application, each parking space can be equipped with a charging component, or several parking spaces can be equipped with a charging component for charging purposes.

[0059] In this solution, the storage device 300 can be set at the front end, rear end or middle of the parking area near the two sides, so that there will be no interference with the parking position of the vehicle body, making it convenient for people to take and put the charging gun to charge the vehicle.

[0060] The vehicle charging device of the present application can have a variety of different implementations in the parking area. For example, it can be placed above the ground or below the ground. The width of the storage device can be less than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, or it can be greater than or equal to the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle. The following is a detailed description of different implementations.

[0061] Embodiment 1

[0062] In this embodiment, the charging assembly is disposed above the ground within the parking area.

[0063] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, specifically, the storage device 300 is fixed on the ground near the rear end in the parking area, and the storage device 300 includes a first shell 310. The height of the first shell 310 is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle. The shape of the first shell 310 can be set to a rectangle or a square to match the shape of a traditional parking space for better application; of course, it can also be flexibly set to other shapes according to actual use requirements.

[0064] The first housing 310 is provided with a first receiving cavity 320 for accommodating the cable 200;

[0065] At least one side wall of the first shell 310 away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a first cable storage groove 330, and the first cable storage groove 330 is connected to the first storage cavity 320 through a first wire hole, and the first cable storage groove 330 is arranged laterally along the side wall to effectively store the exposed part of the cable 200, thereby preventing the cable 200 from being tangled and ensuring easy use.

[0066] When in use, a portion of the first cable 200 is stored in the first storage cavity 320 and passes through the first shell 310 to be connected to the power supply module; another portion of the first cable 200 passes through the first wire hole to the outside of the first storage cavity 320 and is then stored in the first cable storage groove 330.

[0067] As an optional implementation, a first slot 340 is provided on the side wall of the first shell 310 , and the charging gun 100 can be inserted into the first slot 340 in the storage state, thereby storing and protecting the charging gun 100 .

[0068] In this embodiment, the width of the first shell 310 is greater than or equal to the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, and the end of the first shell 310 that is in the direction of wheel travel and faces the wheel is set as a vertical end so that the wheel can rest against the vertical end.

[0069] When the vehicle is being charged, the vehicle can be driven into the parking area. Since the first shell 310 is set on the ground and lower than the chassis height of the vehicle, the rear wheel of the vehicle can be abutted against the upright end of the first shell 310, thereby replacing the traditional parking limiter. At the same time, there will be no collision problem with the vehicle body.

[0070] In addition, if Figure 5 As shown, another structural diagram of the present embodiment is shown, in which the width of the first shell 310 can also be set to be smaller than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle. When the vehicle is charged, the vehicle can be parked directly above the first shell 310, and the wheels do not contact the first shell 310.

[0071] Embodiment 2

[0072] The charging assembly provided in this embodiment is an improvement based on the structure of the charging assembly in the first embodiment.

[0073] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, specifically, the storage device 300 is fixed on the ground at the rear end of the parking area, and the width of the first shell 310 is set to be larger than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, and a buffer platform 400 is set at one end of the first shell 310 that is in the driving direction of the wheel and faces the wheel, so that the wheel can travel to the top of the first shell 310 through the buffer platform 400, thereby playing a bearing role for the vehicle.

[0074] It should be noted that the buffer platform 400 and the side wall of the first shell 310 may be fixedly connected, such as by welding or bolting, etc.; the buffer platform 400 and the side wall of the first shell 310 may also be an integrated structure.

[0075] When in use, the vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area, so that the rear wheels can travel through the buffer platform 400 and park at the upper end of the first shell 310 of the storage device;

[0076] Then take out the charging gun from the charging assembly at the rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle.

[0077] Embodiment 3

[0078] The charging assembly provided in this embodiment is an improvement based on the structure of the charging assembly in the second embodiment.

[0079] like Figure 8 and Fig. 9 Specifically, the difference from the charging assembly provided in the second embodiment is that:

[0080] 1. The storage device is arranged in the middle of the parking area near one side, so that the charging gun can be easily taken out and placed on one side of the vehicle without interfering with parking, thereby charging the vehicle.

[0081] 2. In the storage device of this embodiment, buffer platforms 400 are respectively provided at both ends of the first shell 310 in the driving direction of the wheel, so that the wheel can pass through the storage device via the buffer platforms 400.

[0082] 3. The width of the first housing 310 may be smaller than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, or may be greater than or equal to the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle.

[0083] Embodiment 4

[0084] like Figures 10 to 13 As shown, in this embodiment, an installation groove 600 is provided near the rear end in the parking area, and the storage device 300 is provided in the installation groove 600. In the retracted state, the top surface of the storage device 300 is at the same height as the ground. In addition, according to actual usage requirements, the top surface of the storage device 300 can also be slightly lower or higher than the ground (lower than the height of the vehicle chassis).

[0085] Specifically, the storage device 300 includes a second shell 350, and the shape of the second shell 350 can be set to be a rectangle or a square to match the shape of a traditional parking space for better application; of course, it can also be flexibly set to other shapes according to actual usage requirements.

[0086] The second housing 350 is provided with a second receiving cavity 360 for accommodating the cable 200;

[0087] At least one side wall of the second shell 350 away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a second cable storage groove 370, and the second cable storage groove 370 is connected to the second storage cavity 360 through a second wire hole, and the second cable storage groove 370 is arranged laterally along the side wall to store the exposed part of the cable 200, which can prevent the cable 200 from being tangled and ensure easy use.

[0088] In this embodiment, the side wall of the second shell 350 is connected to the inner wall of the installation groove 600 through the rotating connection member 380, so that the second shell 350 can be turned over relative to the installation groove 600.

[0089] Specifically, the rotating connector 380 can adopt a shaft body, and the inner wall of the mounting groove 600 can be set in an assembly hole adapted for the shaft body, so that the shaft body can be inserted into the assembly hole and can rotate relative to the assembly hole. A sleeve can also be set in the assembly hole, and the shaft body and the sleeve cooperate with each other, and the damping force between the two is used to facilitate the second shell 350 to fix itself at a certain angle.

[0090] In addition, a reduction motor may be additionally configured, and the reduction motor may be connected to the shaft to drive the shaft to drive the housing to rotate.

[0091] As an optional implementation, a second slot 390 is provided on the side wall of the second shell 350 , and the charging gun 100 can be inserted into the second slot 390 in the storage state, thereby storing and protecting the charging gun 100 .

[0092] Reference Figure 3 and Fig.12 As shown, in the vehicle charging device provided by the present application, a wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism 700 is provided inside the storage device 300 , and the cable 200 is wound around the wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism 700 .

[0093] The wire retracting and releasing mechanism 700 may adopt a wire winding device, which can automatically rewind to realize smooth retraction and extension of the cable 200. For example, an existing automatic wire retractor may be adopted.

[0094] In addition, refer to Figure 2 As shown, in the vehicle charging device provided by the present application, an interactive identification device 800 is installed in the charging gun 100, and the interactive identification device 800 can be a card reader or an NFC receiver; the interactive identification device 800 is used to obtain the vehicle-side identification information and send it to the external charging controller. The charging controller is used to verify the charging request information and determine whether to charge the vehicle-side according to the verification result, wherein the charging request information includes the vehicle-side identification information and the unique identification information of the charging gun 100. The charging controller is connected to the power supply module through signals or wires, and is used to control the on-off function of the power supply module and the cable 200.

[0095] The preferred embodiments of the present application are described in detail above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, but the present application is not limited thereto. Within the technical concept of the present application, the technical solution of the present application can be subjected to a variety of simple modifications, including the combination of various specific technical features in any suitable manner. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, the present application will not further describe various possible combinations. However, these simple modifications and combinations should also be regarded as the contents disclosed in the present application, and all belong to the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A vehicle charging device, characterized in that: Including charging components; The charging assembly is arranged in the parking area and close to any edge of the parking area, and the height of the charging assembly is lower than the chassis height of the vehicle; The charging assembly includes a charging gun, a cable and a storage device, the charging gun is connected to the cable, the cable passes through the storage device and is connected to the power supply module, and the exposed parts of the charging gun and the cable can be stored in the storage device.

2. The vehicle charging device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device is arranged at the front end, the rear end or the middle of the parking space area near both sides.

3. The vehicle charging device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The storage device is arranged above the ground in the parking area.

4. The vehicle charging device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The width of the storage device is smaller than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, so that the vehicle can pass through the storage device.

5. The vehicle charging device according to claim 4, characterized in that: Buffer platforms are respectively arranged at two ends of the storage device in the driving direction of the wheels, so that the wheels can pass through the storage device via the buffer platforms.

6. The vehicle charging device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The width of the storage device is not less than the distance between the wheels on both sides of the vehicle, so that the rear wheels of the vehicle can abut against or drive onto the storage device.

7. The vehicle charging device according to claim 6, characterized in that: One end of the storage device that is in the traveling direction of the wheel and faces the wheel is arranged as an upright end, so that the wheel can abut against the upright end.

8. The vehicle charging device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A buffer platform is provided at one end of the storage device which is in the wheel travel direction and faces the wheel, so that the wheel can travel to the top of the storage device via the buffer platform.

9. The vehicle charging device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a first shell, wherein a first storage cavity for accommodating cables is provided inside the first shell; At least one side wall of the first shell away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a first cable storage groove, the first cable storage groove is connected to the first storage cavity through a first wire hole, and the first cable storage groove is arranged laterally along the side wall to store the exposed part of the cable.

10. The vehicle charging device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The side wall of the first shell is provided with a first slot, and the charging gun can be inserted into the first slot in the storage state.

11. The vehicle charging device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The storage device is arranged below the ground in the parking area.

12. The vehicle charging device according to claim 11, characterized in that: An installation groove is arranged in the parking space area, and the storage device is arranged in the installation groove so that the top surface height of the storage device is not higher than the ground height.

13. The vehicle charging device according to claim 12, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a second shell, wherein a second storage cavity for accommodating cables is provided inside the second shell; At least one side wall of the second shell away from the center point of the parking space is provided with a second cable storage groove, the second cable storage groove is connected to the second storage cavity through a second wire hole, and the second cable storage groove is arranged laterally along the side wall to store the exposed part of the cable.

14. The vehicle charging device according to claim 13, characterized in that: The side wall of the second shell is connected to the inner wall of the installation groove through a rotating connection piece, so that the second shell can be turned over relative to the installation groove.

15. The vehicle charging device according to claim 13, characterized in that: The side wall of the second housing is provided with a second slot, and the charging gun can be inserted into the second slot in the storage state.

16. The vehicle charging device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism is arranged inside the storage device, and the cable is wound around the wire-retracting and -releasing mechanism.

17. A charging method for a vehicle charging device, applied to the vehicle charging device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The method comprises: The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area, stops above the vehicle charging device, and takes out the charging gun from the charging component at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle to be charged.

18. A charging method for a vehicle charging device, applied to the vehicle charging device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The method comprises: The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area so that the wheels can abut against the upright end of the storage device; Then take out the charging gun from the charging assembly at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle.

19. A charging method for a vehicle charging device, applied to the vehicle charging device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The method comprises: The vehicle to be charged first enters the parking area so that the wheels can travel through the buffer platform and park at the upper end of the storage device; Then take out the charging gun from the charging assembly at the front end, rear end or lower side of the vehicle to charge the vehicle.

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