Outdoor service equipment

Abstract

The invention provides outdoor service equipment, and the equipment comprises a cabinet frame which comprises a mounting surface located at the top of the cabinet frame; the at least one cabinet body unit is arranged in the cabinet body frame and is used for storing objects; the flexible solar cell panel is laid and fixed on the mounting surface; and the energy storage device is electrically connected with the flexible solar cell panel and is used for storing the electric energy produced by the flexible solar cell panel and providing the electric energy for an electric load. According to the outdoor service equipment, the flexible solar panel is directly laid and fixed on the mounting surface, so that the use of a support frame is reduced, the weight of the top of the cabinet body frame is reduced, and the stability of the outdoor service equipment is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to self-service technology, and more specifically, to an outdoor service device. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of urban informatization and the intelligence of public services, various outdoor service equipment has been widely deployed in public places such as communities, streets, and industrial parks. These devices include express delivery lockers, vending machines, public charging piles, information query terminals, and intelligent security monitoring stations. They provide convenient 24-hour self-service for the public and have become an important part of modern urban infrastructure.

[0003] However, the performance of current outdoor service equipment needs to be improved. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to overcome the technical problems mentioned in the above background, this application provides an outdoor service device that is beneficial to improving safety performance.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this application provides an outdoor service device, comprising: a cabinet frame including a mounting surface located on one side of the cabinet frame; at least one cabinet unit disposed within the cabinet frame for storing objects; a flexible solar panel laid and fixed to the mounting surface; and an energy storage device electrically connected to the flexible solar panel for storing electrical energy generated by the flexible solar panel and providing electrical energy to electrical loads.

[0006] In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment further includes a fixing structure through which the flexible solar panel is fixed to the mounting surface.

[0007] In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel is a flexible perovskite solar cell.

[0008] In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel includes a functional surface located away from the mounting surface; the functional surface includes a battery effective area and a fixing area; the fixing area surrounds the battery effective area; the fixing structure includes a pressure strip and a fastening assembly; the pressure strip is disposed in the fixing area, and the fastening assembly is used to lock the pressure strip to the mounting surface.

[0009] In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel includes a non-functional surface facing the mounting surface; the fixing structure includes an adhesive tape layer disposed between the non-functional surface and the mounting surface.

[0010] In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment further includes a sealing ring disposed around the edge of the flexible solar panel, and a portion of the sealing ring is connected to the mounting surface.

[0011] In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel has a non-functional surface facing the mounting surface; the fixing structure includes a magnetic attraction component; the magnetic attraction component includes a magnetic track and a ferromagnetic metal sheet that magnetically engages with the magnetic track; the magnetic track is disposed on the mounting surface; and the ferromagnetic metal sheet is fixed to the non-functional surface.

[0012] In some embodiments, the tape layer comprises acrylic foam tape.

[0013] In some embodiments, the material of the pressure strip includes either aluminum alloy or stainless steel; In some embodiments, the fastening assembly includes screws and clips, with screw holes for engaging with the screws on both the clips and the cabinet frame, and waterproof washers provided at the screw holes.

[0014] In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment further includes a charge / discharge controller, a power management module, and an external power interface; the charge / discharge controller is electrically connected between the flexible solar panel and the energy storage device; the power management module is electrically connected between the energy storage device and the electrical load; and the power management module is also electrically connected to the external power interface.

[0015] In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment further includes an anti-tilt base; the anti-tilt base is disposed at the bottom of the cabinet frame.

[0016] One embodiment of this application provides an outdoor service device that, compared with the prior art, has the following advantages: by directly mounting the flexible solar panel on the mounting surface at the top of the cabinet frame without using a bracket, the weight of the top is reduced, and the safety of the outdoor service device is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 2A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a related flexible solar panel is provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 4 A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 5 A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 6 A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 7 A structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 8 A partial structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application; Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of a related outdoor service device provided for one embodiment of this application.

[0019] Marker explanation: 100. Outdoor service equipment; 110. Cabinet frame; 111. Top; 112. Mounting surface; 120. Cabinet unit; 130. Flexible solar panel; 131. Functional surface; 132. Battery effective area; 133. Fixing area; 140. Energy storage device; 150. Fixing structure; 151. Pressure strip; 152. Fastening component; 153. Adhesive tape layer; 154. Sealing ring; 155. Magnetic component; 156. Screw; 157. Buckle; 158. Magnetic track; 159. Ferromagnetic metal sheet; 161. Charge / discharge controller; 162. Power management module; 163. Electrical load; 164. External power interface; 170. Anti-tilt base. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this specification will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this specification, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments in this specification without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0021] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes the element.

[0022] The features and implementation methods of various aspects of this application will now be described in detail. Furthermore, the features, structures, or characteristics described in this application may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more implementations.

[0023] Currently, the main way outdoor service equipment is powered is by connecting to the municipal power grid. To achieve sustainable development and reduce costs, solar energy is being used to power these devices. Typically, outdoor service equipment uses rigid solar panels, which are fixed to the top of the cabinet using additional rigid support frames. However, this type of solar equipment with a rigid structure and support frame faces challenges in practical deployment, including heavy loads on the top and safety hazards to the support structure during windy weather.

[0024] Please see Figure 1 To address the aforementioned problems, one embodiment of this application provides an outdoor service device 100, comprising: a cabinet frame 110, including a mounting surface 112 located on one side of the cabinet frame 110; at least one cabinet unit 120 disposed within the cabinet frame 110 for storing objects; a flexible solar panel 130 laid and fixed to the mounting surface 112; and an energy storage device 140 electrically connected to the flexible solar panel 130 for storing the electrical energy generated by the flexible solar panel and providing electrical energy to electrical loads.

[0025] In this embodiment, the outdoor service equipment 100 may include a cabinet frame 110, at least one cabinet unit 120, an energy storage device 140, and a flexible solar panel 130. By directly fixing the flexible solar panel 130 to the mounting surface 112 on one side of the cabinet frame 110 without a supporting structure, the weight of the top 111 of the outdoor service equipment 100 is reduced, thereby improving the stability and safety performance of the outdoor service equipment 100.

[0026] In this embodiment, the flexible solar panel 130 is fixed to the mounting surface 112 on one side of the cabinet frame 110 through a systematic laying process. Specifically, the flexible solar panel 130 can be fixed to the mounting surface 112 on the top side of the cabinet frame 110. For example, the laying process can include three key stages: positioning, laying, and fixing. Specifically, firstly, the precise installation position of the flexible solar panel 130 is determined according to the actual size of the mounting surface 112. Then, the flexible solar panel 130 is laid flat on the surface of the mounting surface 112, ensuring that its functional surface 131 faces the sky completely. Finally, permanent or semi-permanent fixing can be achieved through a dedicated fixing structure 150.

[0027] In this embodiment, the outdoor service equipment 100 can be an electrical device deployed in an outdoor environment to provide self-service to the public. For example, the outdoor service equipment 100 may include a smart parcel locker, a vending machine, a public information interaction terminal, or a smart charging pile, etc.

[0028] The cabinet frame 110 can serve as the skeleton constituting the main support structure of the outdoor service equipment 100. The cabinet frame 110 provides a mechanical load-bearing foundation for at least one cabinet unit 120 and the mounting surface 112. Specifically, the cabinet frame 110 may include a top 111, which is the upward-facing portion of the frame wall in normal use and can be used to support external components. The top 111 may include a mounting surface 112, which is the surface of the top 111 away from the cabinet unit 120, i.e., the surface of the cabinet unit 120 exposed to the external environment. The mounting surface 112 can be used to directly support the flexible solar panel 130. The mounting surface 112 can be configured in various shapes as needed. Specifically, the mounting surface 112 can be flat or curved.

[0029] Cabinet unit 120 is a functional subspace located inside cabinet frame 110, constructed as an independent cavity for the safe storage of various items. Cabinet unit 120 is spatially isolated from the mounting surface 112 of the top 111 of cabinet frame 110 and receives stable structural support from cabinet frame 110. As the core functional module of outdoor service equipment 100, cabinet unit 120's operating power is provided by a power supply system consisting of flexible solar panels 130 and energy storage device 140.

[0030] The flexible solar panel 130 is the energy harvesting component of the outdoor service equipment 100, and it is directly installed on the mounting surface 112 of the cabinet frame 110. The flexible solar panel 130 has bendable physical properties, allowing it to adapt to changes in the contour of the mounting surface 112. The flexible solar panel 130 may include a functional surface 131 facing the sky to receive solar radiation, and a non-functional surface opposite to the mounting surface 112. The flexible solar panel 130 is electrically connected to the energy storage device 140, transmitting the electrical energy generated by the conversion of solar energy to the energy storage device 140 for storage. By using the flexible solar panel 130, not only is the bulky support frame structure required for traditional rigid photovoltaic modules avoided, achieving a lightweight design for the equipment, but its inherent bending resistance also improves its reliability against mechanical impact in outdoor environments, while providing greater design freedom to adapt to various cabinet mounting surface 112 shapes.

[0031] The energy storage device 140 is the core energy storage component of the outdoor service equipment 100's energy system. It is connected to the flexible solar panel 130 via a circuit to form a complete energy harvesting and storage loop. The energy storage device 140 is configured to store the electrical energy generated by the flexible solar panel 130 under sunlight conditions and to provide continuous power to the electrical load 163 of the outdoor service equipment 100 when there is no sunlight or insufficient sunlight. The installation of the energy storage device 140 effectively solves the problems of intermittency and instability in solar power supply, realizes the time-series transfer and balance regulation of energy, ensures that the outdoor service equipment 100 can obtain a stable and reliable power supply under different weather conditions, enhances the energy autonomy and environmental adaptability of the equipment, and provides a crucial energy security foundation for the outdoor service equipment 100 to break away from traditional grid power dependence.

[0032] Electrical load 163 can be a general term for all functional units in the outdoor service equipment 100 that require electrical power to drive, and it constitutes the core functional module for the equipment to realize various services. Specifically, electrical load 163 may include an electronic lock device for controlling the opening and closing of the cabinet door, a touch screen unit for realizing human-machine interaction, a communication module component responsible for data transmission, an LED light strip system for providing ambient lighting, and a control circuit board for processing core logic, etc.

[0033] The electrical load 163 may also include electrical equipment independent of the outdoor service equipment 100. Specifically, the outdoor service equipment is a solar charging cabinet, and the electrical load may include equipment that needs to be electrically connected to the solar charging cabinet so that the solar charging cabinet can provide power to the equipment.

[0034] In this embodiment, by directly installing the flexible solar panel 130 on the mounting surface 112 of the outdoor service equipment 100, there is no need for a support structure to fix the flexible solar panel 130 above the cabinet frame 110, which reduces the weight of the top 111 of the outdoor service equipment 100 and improves the safety performance of the outdoor service equipment 100.

[0035] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment 100 also includes a fixing structure 150, through which the flexible solar panel 130 is fixed to the mounting surface 112.

[0036] In this embodiment, the outdoor service equipment 100 may further include a fixing structure 150 for directly fixing the flexible solar panel 130 to the mounting surface 112. The fixing structure 150 refers to a mechanical or chemical connection component used to attach the flexible solar panel 130 to the mounting surface 112. By setting up a dedicated fixing structure 150, a stable and reliable connection between the flexible solar panel 130 and the mounting surface 112 can be ensured under complex outdoor environmental conditions, effectively resisting external forces such as strong winds and vibrations. The fixing structure 150 achieves integrated construction of the flexible solar panel 130 and the cabinet frame 110, ensuring the optimal working position of the energy harvesting components while maintaining the overall integrity of the equipment's appearance. This direct fixing method optimizes the force transmission path, avoiding stress concentration problems caused by the use of independent support frames in traditional installation methods, and provides a uniform support foundation for the flexible solar panel 130, which helps extend its service life and maintain optimal power generation performance.

[0037] In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel 130 is a flexible perovskite solar cell.

[0038] In this embodiment, the flexible solar panel 130 can be a flexible perovskite solar cell. The flexible perovskite solar cell is lightweight and bendable, and can be adapted to the mounting surface 112 of the cabinet frame 110 of various shapes, further reducing the weight of the outdoor service equipment 100 and improving the impact resistance of the outdoor service equipment 100, thereby improving the safety performance of the outdoor service equipment 100.

[0039] In this embodiment, the flexible perovskite solar cell is a photovoltaic device fabricated on a flexible substrate using a perovskite crystalline material as the light-absorbing layer and advanced coating technology. Specifically, the light-absorbing layer material typically employs an organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite compound with excellent photoelectric properties, such as lead iodine methylammonium phosphate, which is deposited on the surface of the flexible substrate using a solution method or vacuum evaporation process to form a uniform nanoscale thin film. The flexible substrate may include at least one of polyethylene terephthalate film, polyimide film, or other polymer materials.

[0040] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel 130 includes a functional surface 131 located away from the mounting surface 112; the functional surface 131 includes a battery effective area 132 and a fixing area 133; the fixing area 133 surrounds the battery effective area 132; the fixing structure 150 includes a pressure strip 151 and a fastening assembly 152; the pressure strip 151 is disposed in the fixing area 133, and the fastening assembly 152 is used to lock the pressure strip 151 to the mounting surface 112.

[0041] In this embodiment, the flexible solar panel 130 may include a functional surface 131 that is away from the mounting surface 112. The functional surface 131 may be the surface of the flexible solar panel 130 that receives sunlight when it is in operation. The functional surface 131 may include an effective battery area 132 for operation and a fixing area 133 for mechanical fixation.

[0042] In this embodiment, the effective battery region 132 can be the core working area on the functional surface 131 used for photoelectric conversion. The fixed region 133 is the peripheral region on the functional surface 131 surrounding the effective battery region 132. This fixed region 133 does not participate in photoelectric conversion and is mainly used for mechanical fixation. The fixing structure 150 may include a pressure strip 151 and a fastening assembly 152.

[0043] A pressure strip 151 is disposed in the fixed area 133. Specifically, the pressure strip 151 may surround the effective area 132 of the battery, or multiple pressure strips 151 may be disposed at intervals in the fixed area 133. The pressure strip 151 may be a long strip-shaped component used to press and fix the edge of the flexible solar panel 130. The fastening assembly 152 refers to the combination of connecting parts used to generate a fastening force, used to lock the pressure strip 151 to the mounting surface 112. Through the cooperation of the fastening assembly 152 and the pressure strip 151, the flexible solar panel 130 is fixed to the mounting surface 112 of the cabinet frame 110, achieving reliable mechanical constraint on the flexible solar panel 130, while avoiding shading or damage to the effective area 132 of the battery, thus ensuring power generation efficiency.

[0044] Please see Figure 2In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel 130 includes a non-functional surface facing the mounting surface 112; the fixing structure 150 includes an adhesive tape layer 153 disposed between the non-functional surface and the mounting surface 112.

[0045] In this embodiment, the flexible solar panel 130 may include a non-functional surface that does not generate electricity. This non-functional surface is opposite to the functional surface 131 and faces the mounting surface 112. The fixing structure 150 may include an adhesive tape layer 153. The adhesive tape layer 153 is a thin layer of material with adhesive function, used to fix the flexible solar panel 130 to the mounting surface 112 by adhesive force. Specifically, the adhesive tape layer 153 can be a continuous adhesive structure or an adhesive structure composed of multiple adhesive layers. Fixing the flexible solar panel 130 to the mounting surface 112 by the adhesive tape layer 153 is simple to install. The adhesive tape layer 153 is lightweight and will not add excessive weight to the cabinet frame 110, thereby improving the impact resistance of the outdoor service equipment 100 and improving the safety performance of the outdoor service equipment 100.

[0046] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the outdoor service device 100 includes a sealing ring 154 disposed around the edge of the flexible solar panel 130, and a portion of the sealing ring 154 is connected to the mounting surface 112.

[0047] In this embodiment, the outdoor service device 100 may further include a sealing ring 154, which is disposed around the edge of the flexible solar panel 130, and a portion of the sealing ring 154 is connected to the mounting surface 112. The sealing ring 154 is an annular body made of elastic sealing material, used to form a sealing barrier between the edge of the flexible solar panel 130 and the mounting surface 112, preventing the intrusion of contaminants such as moisture and dust, and improving the service life of the flexible solar panel 130.

[0048] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the flexible solar panel 130 has a non-functional surface facing the mounting surface 112; the fixing structure 150 includes a magnetic attraction assembly 155; the magnetic attraction assembly 155 includes a magnetic attraction track 158 and a ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 that magnetically engages with the magnetic attraction track 158; the magnetic attraction track 158 is disposed on the mounting surface 112; the ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 is fixed to the non-functional surface.

[0049] In this embodiment, the non-functional surface of the flexible solar panel 130 faces the mounting surface 112. The fixing structure 150 may include a magnetic attraction assembly 155. The magnetic attraction assembly 155 may include a magnetic track 158 and a ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 that magnetically engages with the magnetic track 158. The magnetic track 158 is a strip-shaped track with embedded permanent magnets or made of magnetic material itself, and is fixed to the mounting surface 112. The magnetic track 158 may have an array of permanent magnets embedded inside or be made of a single magnetic material, which can form a uniformly distributed strong magnetic field on the track surface. Specifically, the magnetic track 158 may be composed of a combination of neodymium iron boron permanent magnets and an aluminum alloy protective shell, which ensures both magnetic strength and good weather resistance. With this configuration, when the ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 fixed on the non-functional surface of the flexible solar panel 130 approaches, sufficient magnetic force can be generated to achieve rapid positioning and firm fixation.

[0050] The ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 is a key connecting element constituting the magnetic attraction assembly 155, and it is fixed to the non-functional surface of the flexible solar panel 130 by adhesive or mechanical means. The ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 is made of a soft magnetic material with high magnetic permeability. Specifically, the material of the ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 can include low-carbon steel, silicon steel sheet, or permalloy, etc., and its thickness can be 0.5-2 mm to maintain the lightweight of the overall structure while ensuring magnetic attraction strength. At the same time, the uniformly distributed magnetic attraction force of the ferromagnetic metal sheet 159 effectively avoids local stress concentration, protecting the flexible solar panel 130 from performance damage due to uneven stress during long-term use.

[0051] In some embodiments, tape layer 153 comprises acrylic foam tape.

[0052] In this embodiment, the tape layer 153 may include acrylic foam tape. Acrylic foam tape is a double-sided tape made by uniformly coating both sides of a foam substrate with an acrylic adhesive. The foam substrate may include at least one of polymeric foaming materials such as polyethylene, polyurethane, or acrylic foam. This composite structure gives it multiple superior properties: its acrylic adhesive provides an initial bond strength of not less than 1.5 N / mm, and forms continuously strengthening chemical bonds over time; the foam substrate not only has a compressibility of 25%-50%, effectively absorbing stresses caused by installation tolerances and thermal expansion and contraction, but also ensures long-term stability in humid environments due to its non-absorbent properties. These properties make it particularly suitable for solving the interfacial stress problem between the flexible solar panel 130 and the mounting surface 112 caused by differences in the coefficients of thermal expansion of the materials and changes in outdoor temperature, while providing reliable long-term adhesion.

[0053] In some embodiments, the material of the pressure strip 151 includes either aluminum alloy or stainless steel.

[0054] In this embodiment, the material of the pressure strip 151 may include either aluminum alloy or stainless steel. Aluminum alloy is a lightweight metal material formed by adding alloying elements such as magnesium, silicon, and manganese to aluminum as the base material. While maintaining the low density characteristics of the aluminum matrix, this material can achieve a tensile strength of not less than 160 MPa through solid solution strengthening and age hardening treatment, and the naturally formed dense oxide film on its surface gives it excellent corrosion resistance in outdoor environments. Stainless steel is an iron-based alloy steel with a main chromium content of not less than 10.5% and added elements such as nickel and molybdenum. Its corrosion resistance is achieved through a continuous and stable passivation film formed on the surface by chromium. The choice of these two materials allows the pressure strip 151 to withstand wind vibration loads and resist the erosion of environmental factors such as rain and salt spray under long-term outdoor use conditions, while its lightweight characteristics effectively control the overall weight of the fixing structure 150.

[0055] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the fastening assembly 152 includes a screw 156 and a clip 157, with screw holes for engaging with the screw 156 on both the clip 157 and the cabinet frame 110; a waterproof washer is provided at the screw hole.

[0056] In this embodiment, the fastener assembly may include a screw 156 and a clip 157. The screw 156 is a threaded fastener, and the clip 157 is a component with a screw hole for receiving and locking the screw 156. Both the clip 157 and the cabinet frame 110 have screw holes that mate with the screw 156. The screw holes on the clip 157 and the cabinet frame 110 are aligned so that the screw 156 can pass through the screw hole on the clip 157 and reach the screw hole on the cabinet frame 110. This allows the clip 157 to move closer to or further away from the cabinet frame 110, pressing or releasing the pressure strip 151, thereby achieving the purpose of fixing or removing the flexible solar panel 130.

[0057] A waterproof washer is a sealing element used to create a waterproof barrier at the screw 156 connection of a fastener assembly. The waterproof washer can be made of an elastic sealing material. Specifically, the elastic sealing material can include at least one of EPDM rubber, silicone rubber, or neoprene rubber, and can possess permanent elasticity and aging resistance. Specifically, the waterproof washer can be a ring-shaped structure precisely fitted to the screw 156 hole by a molding process.

[0058] When the screw 156 passes through the screw hole of the pressure strip 151 and the clip 157 and is locked, the waterproof washer undergoes elastic deformation under the preset clamping force, fully filling the microscopic gap between the screw 156 and the wall of the screw hole, forming a reliable watertight sealing interface. This design not only effectively blocks the seepage path of liquid media such as rainwater and condensate along the screw 156 connection, preventing corrosion or electrical short circuits inside the cabinet frame 110 and the flexible solar panel 130, but also, due to the inherent buffering properties of the material, partially absorbs the vibration energy generated during equipment operation, maintaining the long-term stability of the connection structure. The special groove design of the waterproof washer can also produce multiple water-blocking effects under extreme wind and rain conditions, providing continuous and reliable waterproof protection for the electrical connection parts of the flexible solar panel 130.

[0059] Please see Figure 8 In some embodiments, the device also includes a charge / discharge controller 161, a power management module 162, an electrical load 163, and an external power interface 164; the charge / discharge controller 161 is electrically connected between the flexible solar panel 130 and the energy storage device 140; the power management module 162 is electrically connected between the energy storage device 140 and the electrical load 163; and the power management module 162 is also electrically connected to the external power interface 164.

[0060] In this embodiment, the outdoor service equipment 100 may also include a charge / discharge controller 161, a power management module 162, an electrical load 163, and an external power interface 164. Through the cooperation of the charge / discharge controller 161, the power management module 162, etc., a dual guarantee of solar energy as the main source and external power as the auxiliary source is achieved, ensuring the continuous and stable operation of the outdoor service equipment 100 under different weather conditions.

[0061] In this embodiment, the charge / discharge controller 161 is an intelligent energy management device connected between the flexible solar panel 130 and the energy storage device 140. Its core function is to optimize and regulate the photovoltaic power generation. The charge / discharge controller 161 can employ maximum power point tracking technology to dynamically adjust the operating voltage and current of the flexible solar panel 130, ensuring it always maintains maximum power output, thereby improving energy harvesting efficiency.

[0062] The charge / discharge controller 161 can incorporate a multi-stage charging management algorithm, automatically switching between constant current charging, constant voltage charging, and float charging modes based on the real-time state of charge of the energy storage device 140, effectively preventing overcharging and over-discharging of the energy storage device 140. The charge / discharge controller 161 can also be equipped with a temperature compensation circuit, automatically correcting charging parameters according to changes in ambient temperature to ensure optimal charging performance of the energy storage device 140 across a wide temperature range. This intelligent charge / discharge management not only significantly improves the overall efficiency of the outdoor service equipment 100's energy system but also extends the lifespan of the energy storage device 140 to some extent through a precise battery protection mechanism.

[0063] The power management module 162 serves as an intelligent power distribution core connecting the energy storage device 140 and the electrical loads 163. It employs a multi-output independent architecture, enabling precise power distribution to electrical loads 163 at different voltage levels simultaneously. The power management module 162 also incorporates an intelligent switching circuit. By monitoring the remaining power of the energy storage device 140 in real time, it automatically switches the power supply to the external power interface 164 when the power level falls below a preset threshold, achieving seamless energy supply. This module also integrates a voltage conversion unit, which converts the DC voltage output from the energy storage device 140 into stable voltages of 12V, 5V, and 3.3V, respectively adapting to the specific operating requirements of various electrical loads 163 in the outdoor service equipment 100, including electronic locks, touch displays, and communication modules. Furthermore, the power management module 162 features load monitoring and protection functions, capable of real-time detection of the current status of each branch. In the event of an overload or short-circuit fault, it immediately cuts off the power supply to the corresponding circuit, thereby ensuring the safe and stable operation of the entire power distribution system. This integrated power management solution not only improves energy efficiency, but also significantly enhances the reliability of the power supply system for outdoor service equipment through multiple protection mechanisms.

[0064] The electrical loads 163 can obtain precisely matched power supply through the power management module 162. For example, electronic lock devices typically require 12V DC voltage to operate, touch screen units operate at 5V DC, and communication module components and control circuit boards require 3.3V DC voltage. The collaborative operation of the electrical loads 163 enables the outdoor service equipment 100 to fully realize automated service functions such as item storage and retrieval, status monitoring, and information interaction. Its power supply relies entirely on an autonomous power supply system composed of flexible solar panels 130, energy storage devices 140, and power management module 162. This integrated design ensures that each electrical load 163 can maintain a continuous and stable operating state even in outdoor environments where it is disconnected from the mains power grid.

[0065] The external power interface 164 can be a standard electrical connection port installed on the outdoor service equipment 100. It serves as a backup energy input channel for the power management module 162 and is used to connect to the external mains network when the energy storage device 140 has insufficient power or the lighting conditions are consistently poor.

[0066] The external power interface 164 can form a parallel architecture with the solar power supply circuit through the automatic switching circuit configured inside the power management module 162. When the power management module 162 detects that the voltage of the energy storage device 140 is lower than a preset threshold, it can complete the seamless switching from solar power to mains power in a very short time. This dual-mode power supply guarantee mechanism not only ensures the continuous operation capability of the outdoor service equipment 100 under extreme weather conditions, but also realizes an efficient energy utilization mode of solar priority and mains backup through intelligent energy management strategy, effectively improving the applicability and reliability of the equipment under diverse environmental conditions.

[0067] In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment 100 may also include a control system, which is the intelligent control hub of the outdoor service equipment 100 and realizes the coordinated management of various functional modules of the equipment through an integrated control architecture.

[0068] The control system may include a main control module, a signal acquisition module, and an execution drive module. The main control module uses an embedded processor based on an ARM architecture. The signal acquisition module acquires the voltage and current parameters of the energy storage device 140, ambient light intensity, and cabinet door status signals in real time through multiple ADC channels. The execution drive module controls the opening and closing of the electronic lock and the operating mode of the power management module 162 through an isolated drive circuit. The control system interacts with the charge and discharge controller 161 via a CAN bus to dynamically adjust the maximum power point tracking parameters. It also establishes a bidirectional data connection with the cloud server via an Ethernet or 4G communication module. This distributed control architecture enables the control system to automatically execute comprehensive control strategies for energy dispatching, equipment protection, and service response based on the power generation status of the flexible solar panel 130, the remaining power of the energy storage device 140, and user operation needs, ensuring that the outdoor service equipment 100 maintains optimal operating status in complex outdoor environments.

[0069] Please see Figure 9 In some embodiments, the outdoor service equipment 100 also includes an anti-tilt base 170; the anti-tilt base 170 is disposed at the bottom of the cabinet frame 110.

[0070] In this embodiment, to improve the stability of the outdoor service equipment 100, an anti-tilt base 170 is also provided. The anti-tilt base 170 is located at the bottom of the cabinet frame 110 and serves as a counterweight or reinforcement structure to increase the overall stability of the equipment and prevent it from tipping over. The bottom can be the side of the cabinet frame 110 that is opposite to the top 111. By providing the anti-tilt base 170, external forces such as wind loads can be effectively resisted, ensuring the long-term safety and stability of the outdoor service equipment 100 in the outdoor environment.

[0071] The anti-tilt base 170 is a counterweight stabilizing structure fixedly installed at the bottom of the cabinet frame 110. It enhances wind and earthquake resistance by lowering the overall center of gravity of the equipment and increasing the support area. The anti-tilt base 170 can adopt a hollow shell structure filled with counterweight material. Specifically, its outer shell is made of galvanized steel sheet, and the interior is filled with concrete or high-density composite counterweight material, making the base weight 40%-60% of the total weight of the equipment. The anti-tilt base 170 can also be rigidly connected to the bottom of the cabinet frame 110 via pre-embedded bolts, with height-adjustable anchor bolts at the four corners. This structural design allows the outdoor service equipment 100 to remain stable even under strong wind loads after the flexible solar panels 130 are installed.

[0072] The various embodiments described in this application emphasize the parts that differ from other embodiments, and these embodiments can be explained by comparison with each other. Any combination of the various embodiments in this specification is covered by the disclosure of this specification based on general technical knowledge and is applicable to those skilled in the art.

[0073] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0074] The above are only some embodiments described in this specification and are not intended to limit this specification. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions made within the spirit and principles of this specification should be included within the scope of this specification.

Claims

1. An outdoor service device, comprising: a cabinet frame, including a mounting surface on one side of the cabinet frame; at least one cabinet unit arranged in the cabinet frame for storing objects; a flexible solar panel laid and fixed on the mounting surface; a storage device electrically connected to the flexible solar panel for storing the electricity generated by the flexible solar panel and providing electricity for an electrical load.

2. The outdoor serving device of claim 1, wherein, The outdoor service device further comprises a fixing structure, and the flexible solar panel is fixed to the mounting surface through the fixing structure. Preferably, the flexible solar panel is a flexible perovskite solar cell.

3. The outdoor serving apparatus according to claim 2, characterized by The flexible solar panel comprises a functional surface away from the mounting surface; the functional surface comprises a cell active area and a fixed area; the fixed area surrounds the cell active area; the fixing structure comprises a pressing strip and a fastening assembly; the pressing strip is arranged on the fixed area, and the fastening assembly is used to lock the pressing strip and the mounting surface.

4. The outdoor serving apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The flexible solar panel comprises a non-functional surface facing the mounting surface; the fixing structure comprises an adhesive tape layer; the adhesive tape layer is arranged between the non-functional surface and the mounting surface.

5. The outdoor serving device of claim 4, wherein, The outdoor service device further comprises a sealing rubber ring, and part of the sealing rubber ring is connected to the mounting surface.

6. The outdoor serving apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The non-functional surface of the flexible solar panel; the non-functional surface faces the mounting surface; the fixing structure comprises a magnetic assembly; the magnetic assembly comprises a magnetic track and a ferromagnetic metal sheet magnetically matched with the magnetic track; the magnetic track is arranged on the mounting surface; and the ferromagnetic metal sheet is fixed on the non-functional surface.

7. The outdoor serving device of claim 4, wherein, The adhesive tape layer comprises an acrylic foam adhesive tape.

8. The outdoor serving device of claim 3, wherein, The material of the pressing strip comprises one of aluminum alloy or stainless steel. Preferably, the fastening assembly comprises a screw and a buckle; the buckle and the cabinet frame are respectively provided with screw holes matched with the screw; and a waterproof gasket is arranged at the screw hole.

9. An outdoor serving device according to any of claims 1-8, characterized in that The outdoor service device further comprises a charge and discharge controller, a power management module, and an external power supply interface. The charge and discharge controller is electrically connected between the flexible solar panel and the storage device. The power management module is electrically connected between the storage device and the electrical load. The power management module is further electrically connected to the external power supply interface.

10. An outdoor service device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that The outdoor service device further comprises an anti-inclination base; and the anti-inclination base is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet frame.

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