Compact energy storage cabin integrated structure capable of changing spatial layout

By employing a rack and pinion meshing and threaded rod assembly design within the energy storage compartment, flexible installation and removal of battery modules are achieved, solving the problems of space access and layout within the energy storage compartment and simplifying the operation process.

CN121769404APending Publication Date: 2026-03-31INST OF ELECTRICAL ENG CHINESE ACAD OF SCI
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Patent Type
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Filing Date
2025-12-31
Publication Date
2026-03-31

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Technical Problem

The existing battery rack integration structure in the energy storage compartment restricts space access, resulting in complex assembly, battery module inspection and maintenance operations, and messy wiring harness layout.

Method used

The design employs the meshing of the first and second racks, allowing the movable shell to slide within a fixed track. Combined with the threaded rod assembly and the limiting plate, it enables flexible installation and disassembly of battery modules and equipment, and allows adjustment of the vertical beam spacing to accommodate battery modules and equipment of different sizes.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient installation, maintenance, and wiring of battery modules without entering the energy storage compartment, optimizes the spatial layout of the energy storage compartment, and simplifies the operation process.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a compact energy storage cabin integrated structure capable of changing spatial layout, which belongs to the technical field of energy storage, and comprises a vertical beam, a fixed track and a moving assembly, a plurality of vertical beams are arranged and are vertically arranged in parallel at equal intervals, a plurality of fixed rails are transversely installed on one sides of the vertical beams, a battery module, an energy storage controller, a charger and other devices are installed on the fixed rails, moving assemblies are connected to the corresponding positions of the outer sides of the fixed rails, and the moving assemblies can slide in the fixed rails. The installation of the battery module and each device is completed through the sliding of the moving assembly, the second rack is connected to the outer surface of the first rack through the fixing assembly, the moving shell can be driven to slide out of the interior of the fixing track by pulling the fixing clamp, and people can enter the non-step-in small and compact container without the blocking of the joist. And line laying, maintenance and other operations are facilitated.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical technology, and more specifically to an integrated structure for energy storage containers with a changeable spatial layout. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of new energy technologies, battery energy storage systems are widely used in power grids, pulse power applications, and other fields. As many fields, especially pulse power applications, increasingly demand higher power density from energy storage systems, higher requirements are being placed on system size and weight. This places higher demands on the spatial layout and efficient utilization of energy storage compartments, requiring personnel to be able to assemble, wire, or repair and maintain battery modules without entering the compartment.

[0003] Battery energy storage systems are typically modular, meaning the energy storage unit consists of multiple battery modules connected in series and arranged on a battery rack. Existing integrated battery rack structures within energy storage compartments often feature a beam design, which restricts access to the internal space. Furthermore, since energy storage compartments are typically 2.5 to 3 meters deep, assembly, battery module inspection, and maintenance become complex and difficult. Additionally, because personnel cannot enter the compartment, all wiring harnesses must be routed to the front panel, with interface structures also located on the front panel, easily leading to messy wiring. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a compact integrated energy storage compartment structure with a reconfigurable spatial layout. By interlocking a first rack and a second rack, the movable shell can be slid out from inside the fixed track during disassembly and maintenance, thus solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To address the above problems, the present invention provides a technical solution:

[0006] A compact integrated structure for energy storage modules with adjustable spatial layout includes vertical beams, fixed rails, and movable components. Multiple vertical beams are arranged parallel to each other at equal intervals. Multiple fixed rails are horizontally mounted on one side of each vertical beam. Battery modules, energy storage controllers, and chargers are mounted on these fixed rails. Movable components are connected to corresponding positions on the outer sides of each battery module and each piece of equipment. These movable components can slide within the fixed rails, completing the installation of the energy storage modules through their sliding motion. The distance between two rows of vertical beams can be adjusted according to the width of the battery modules or different equipment, and the position of the fixed rails on the vertical beams can be adjusted according to the height of the battery modules or different equipment.

[0007] Preferably, the fixed track is a rectangular hollow structure with an opening on one side. The upper and lower surfaces of the hollow structure inside the fixed track are provided with sliders that extend from the surface along the length of the fixed track. The size of the opening is adapted to the shape of the outer surface of the fixed clamp.

[0008] Preferably, the moving component includes a moving shell and a fixing component; the moving shell is a square frame with one open side, the external shape of the moving shell is adapted to the internal shape of the fixing track, and the upper and lower outer surfaces of the moving shell are provided with sliding grooves extending along the length direction of the moving shell. The sliding grooves cooperate with the slider to guide the moving shell when it moves. The opening of the moving shell is provided with first toothed racks on both sides, and the opening of the moving shell is located in a groove formed on one side of the moving shell.

[0009] Preferably, the fixing component includes a threaded rod assembly, a limiting block, and a groove block; the threaded rod assembly includes a rotating disk, a threaded rod, and a shaft; a limiting plate is provided on one side of the limiting block, and a fixing clamp with a certain depth and a groove shape is provided on the other side. The fixing clamp is composed of three sides of the groove structure, and the other side is open. A through hole and a groove are provided on the bottom surface of the groove of the fixing clamp. The threaded rod passes through the through hole, so that the rotating disk is located in the groove, and the groove is adapted to the shape of the rotating disk.

[0010] Preferably, one side of the inclined block has a concave inclined groove, which is adapted to the shape of the limiting plate and also to the shape of the groove at the opening of the movable shell. The bottom of the concave inclined groove has a strip-shaped protrusion in the left-right direction at the middle position. The two sides of the strip-shaped protrusion are provided with a second toothed rack. A through hole is provided in the middle position of the strip-shaped protrusion for the threaded rod to pass through.

[0011] Preferably, the tooth surfaces of the two second racks mesh with the tooth surfaces of the two first racks, the through hole in the middle of the two second racks passes through the fixing component, a limiting plate is provided on one side of the fixing component, the outer surface of one side of the limiting plate is movably connected to the opening of the movable shell, a fixing clamp is provided on the side of the limiting plate away from the second racks, and the outer surface of the fixing clamp is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixing track.

[0012] Preferably, the outer surface of the threaded rod is threaded to a through hole located inside the two second racks. The through hole is threaded. A groove is provided on one side of the limiting plate. A rotating disk is movably connected to the inner wall of the groove. One end of the threaded rod passes through one side of the limiting plate and is fixedly installed on one end of the rotating disk.

[0013] Preferably, the outer surface of the threaded rod is connected to the through hole of the inclined slot block through the thread. The inclined surfaces of the inclined slot block are movably connected to the inner wall of the movable shell. A connecting groove is provided on one side of the inner wall of the movable shell. The end of the threaded rod away from the rotating disk is a shaft. The outer surface of the shaft end is tightly fitted to the inner wall of the connecting groove. The upper and lower ends of the inclined slot block are stuck in the inner surface of the opening of the movable shell. The inclined slot surface of the inclined slot block abuts against the groove surface at the opening of the movable shell. When the second rack and the first rack mesh with each other, it is prevented from falling off.

[0014] Preferably, the side walls of the vertical beam are threaded with multiple bolts, the outer surfaces of the multiple bolts are threaded to the inner walls of the fixed rails, and one end of the bolt head is tightly fitted to the side of the vertical beam. The bolts are used to connect the multiple fixed rails to the vertical beam for disassembly and installation.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: By setting multiple corresponding fixed tracks on the sides of the three vertical beams, a movable shell is slidably installed inside the fixed tracks, a first rack is installed at the opening of the movable shell, and second racks are meshed with the teeth of the first rack. The second racks are connected to the outer surface of the first racks by a fixing assembly. A limiting plate is installed on the side of the fixing assembly, and a fixing clamp is installed on one side of the limiting plate. Corresponding batteries are installed inside the multiple fixing clamps. When the internal instruments need repair, pulling the fixing clamps can cause the movable shell to slide out from inside the fixed tracks. Without the obstruction of the supporting beams, a non-walk-in, small, and compact container can be used for personnel to enter, facilitating wiring, maintenance, and other operations. Furthermore, by adjusting the distance between each column of vertical beams and the distance between adjacent racks, the spatial layout inside the energy storage compartment can be changed, and it can accommodate battery modules and equipment of different sizes. Attached Figure Description

[0016] For ease of explanation, the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall cross-section of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram at point A;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed track and the movable shell of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is an exploded structural diagram of the fixed track, movable shell, fixed component and fixed clamp of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of the fixing component and fixing clamp of the present invention.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Vertical beam; 2. Fixed track; 3. Battery module; 31. Energy storage controller; 34. Charger; 4. Fixing clamp; 5. Moving shell; 6. Bolt; 7. Fixing assembly; 71. Rotating disk; 72. Threaded rod; 73. Shaft; 74. Inclined slot block; 75. Groove; 8. Connecting groove; 9. First rack; 10. Slider; 11. Slide groove; 12. Limiting plate; 13. Second rack; 14. Ear plate. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of this invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other. To achieve the above objectives, this invention adopts the following technical solution.

[0025] Example

[0026] Please see Figures 1-6 This invention provides a technical solution: a compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout, including vertical beams 1, fixed rails 2, and moving components. Multiple vertical beams 1 are placed vertically in parallel at equal intervals, typically three. Multiple corresponding fixed rails 2 are installed laterally on one side of each vertical beam 1. Multiple battery modules 3 can be installed on the fixed rails 2 of the three vertical beams 1. Moving components are connected to corresponding positions on the outer side of each battery module 3. The moving components can slide inside the fixed rails 2, and the installation of the battery modules 3 is completed by sliding the moving components.

[0027] The fixed track 2 is a rectangular hollow structure with an opening on one side. The upper and lower surfaces of the hollow structure inside the fixed track 2 are provided with sliders 10 that extend along the length of the fixed track and protrude from the surface. The shape of the opening is adapted to the shape of the outer surface of the fixed clamp 4.

[0028] The moving assembly includes a moving shell 5 and a fixing assembly 7. The moving shell 5 is a square frame with one open side. The external shape of the moving shell 5 is adapted to the internal shape of the fixing track 2. The upper and lower outer surfaces of the moving shell 5 are provided with grooves 11 extending along the length of the moving shell. The grooves 11 cooperate with the slider 10 to guide the moving shell 5 during movement. First toothed racks 9 are provided on both sides of the opening of the moving shell 5. The opening of the moving shell 5 is located in a groove formed on one side of the moving shell, and the shape of the groove is adapted to the shape of the inclined groove of the inclined groove block 74.

[0029] The fixing component 7 includes a threaded rod assembly, a limiting block, and a slanted groove block 74; the threaded rod assembly includes a rotating disk 71, a threaded rod 72, and a shaft 73; a limiting plate 12 is provided on one side of the limiting block, and a fixing clamp 4 with a certain depth and a groove shape is provided on the other side. The fixing clamp 4 is composed of three sides of the groove structure, and the other side is open. A through hole and a groove 75 are provided on the bottom surface of the groove of the fixing clamp 4. The threaded rod 72 passes through the through hole, so that the rotating disk 71 is located in the groove 75. The groove 75 is adapted to the shape of the rotating disk 71; one side of the slanted groove block 74 has a concave slanted groove, which is adapted to the shape of the limiting plate 12. A strip-shaped protrusion is provided in the middle position of the bottom of the concave slanted groove along the left and right direction. The two sides of the strip-shaped protrusion are provided with a second rack 13. A through hole is provided in the middle position of the strip-shaped protrusion for the threaded rod 72 to pass through.

[0030] The tooth surfaces of the two first racks 9 are movably connected to the second racks 13. The tooth surfaces of the two second racks 13 mesh with the tooth surfaces of the two first racks 9. The through holes inside the two second racks 13 pass through the fixing assembly 7. A limiting plate 12 is provided on one side of the fixing assembly 7. The outer surface of one side of the limiting plate 12 is movably connected to the opening of the movable shell 5. A fixing clip 4 is provided on the side of the limiting plate 12 away from the second racks 13. The outer surface of the fixing clip 4 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixing track 2.

[0031] Furthermore, the outer surface of the threaded rod 72 is threaded to a through hole located inside the two second racks 13. The through hole is threaded. A groove 75 is provided on one side of the limiting plate 12. A rotating disk 71 is movably connected to the inner wall of the groove 75. One end of the threaded rod 72 passes through one side of the limiting plate 12 and is fixedly installed on one end of the rotating disk 71.

[0032] Furthermore, the outer surface of the threaded rod 72 is connected to the through hole of the inclined groove block 74 through the thread. The inclined surfaces of the inclined groove block 74 are movably connected to the inner wall of the movable shell 5. A connecting groove 8 is provided on one side of the inner wall of the movable shell 5. The end of the threaded rod 72 away from the rotating disk 71 is a shaft 73. The outer surface of the end of the shaft 73 is tightly attached to the inner wall of the connecting groove 8. The upper and lower ends of the inclined groove block 74 are stuck in the inner surface of the opening of the movable shell 5. The inclined groove surface of the inclined groove block 74 abuts against the groove surface at the opening of the movable shell 5. When the second rack 13 and the first rack 9 mesh with each other, it can prevent them from falling off.

[0033] Furthermore, the battery module 3, energy storage controller 31, and charger 34 are the main installation components inside the energy storage container. The distance between the vertical beams 1 can be adjusted according to the width of each installation component, and the position of the fixed track 2 on the vertical beam 1 can be adjusted according to the height of each installation component, thereby adapting to mobile components of different specifications and sizes.

[0034] Furthermore, the inner wall of the vertical beam 1 is threaded with multiple bolts 6, the outer surface of the multiple bolts 6 is threaded to the inner wall of the fixed rail 2, and one end of the bolt head of the multiple bolts 6 is tightly attached to the side of the vertical beam 1. The multiple fixed rails 2 are connected to the inside of the vertical beam 1 by using bolts 6, which allows for quick disassembly and installation.

[0035] Furthermore, sliders 10 are fixedly provided on both sides of the inner wall of the fixed track 2, and grooves 11 are provided on both sides of the movable shell 5. The outer surfaces of the two sliders 10 are slidably connected to the inner walls of the corresponding grooves 11, so as to guide the movable shell 5 when it slides inside the fixed track 2. Ear plates 14 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the vertical beam 1, and ear plates 14 are used to fix the vertical beam 1 inside the container.

[0036] In summary: When using this device, firstly, the second rack 13 and the first rack 9 are engaged. When different batteries need to be installed, the second rack 13 needs to be moved on the outer surface of the first rack 9 and adjusted to the same position as the battery length. After that, the rotating disk 71 enters the interior of the groove 75, and the rotating disk 71 drives the threaded rod 72 installed at one end to rotate inside the second rack 13 and the inclined block 74, causing the second rack 13 to engage with the first rack 9. The inclined surface of the inclined block 74 is engaged inside the movable shell 5. At this time, the threaded rod 72 drives the shaft 73 to move, and the outer surface of the shaft 73 drives one end to fit tightly against the inner wall of the connecting groove 8. When the internal instruments need to be repaired, the fixing clip 4 set on the outer surface of the battery is pulled to move the movable shell 5. The outer surface of the movable shell 5 slides inside the fixed track 2, and can then be removed.

[0037] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a reconfigurable spatial layout, characterized in that, It includes vertical beams, fixed rails, and moving components. Multiple vertical beams are placed parallel to each other at equal intervals. Multiple fixed rails are installed laterally on one side of each vertical beam. Energy storage components are installed on the fixed rails. Moving components are connected to corresponding positions on the outside of each energy storage component. The moving components can slide inside the fixed rails, and the installation of the energy storage components is completed by sliding the moving components. The distance between two rows of vertical beams is adjusted according to the width of the energy storage component, and the position of the fixed rails on the vertical beams is adjusted according to the height of the energy storage component.

2. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixed track is a hollow cuboid structure with an opening on one side. The upper and lower surfaces of the hollow structure inside the fixed track are provided with sliders that extend from the surface along the length of the fixed track. The size of the opening is adapted to the shape of the outer surface of the fixed clamp.

3. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 2, characterized in that, The moving component includes a moving shell and a fixed component; the moving shell is a square frame with one open side, and the external shape of the moving shell is adapted to the internal shape of the fixed track. The upper and lower outer surfaces of the moving shell are provided with grooves extending along the length of the moving shell. The grooves cooperate with the slider to guide the moving shell when it moves. The opening of the moving shell is provided with first toothed racks on both sides, and the opening of the moving shell is located in a groove formed on one side of the moving shell.

4. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 3, characterized in that, The fixing assembly includes a threaded rod assembly, a limiting block, and a slanted groove block; the threaded rod assembly includes a rotating disk, a threaded rod, and a shaft; a limiting plate is provided on one side of the limiting block, and a fixing clamp with a certain depth and a groove shape is provided on the other side. The fixing clamp is composed of three sides of the groove structure, and the other side is open. A through hole and a groove are provided on the bottom surface of the groove of the fixing clamp. The threaded rod passes through the through hole, so that the rotating disk is located in the groove. The groove is adapted to the shape of the rotating disk.

5. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 4, characterized in that, One side of the inclined block has a concave inclined groove, which is adapted to the shape of the limiting plate and also to the shape of the groove at the opening of the movable shell. The bottom of the concave inclined groove has a strip-shaped protrusion in the left-right direction at the middle position. The two sides of the strip-shaped protrusion are provided with a second toothed rack. The middle position of the strip-shaped protrusion is provided with a through hole for the threaded rod to pass through.

6. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 5, characterized in that, The tooth surfaces of the two second racks mesh with the tooth surfaces of the two first racks. The through hole in the middle of the two second racks passes through the fixing component. A limiting plate is provided on one side of the fixing component. The outer surface of one side of the limiting plate is movably connected to the opening of the movable shell. A fixing clamp is provided on the side of the limiting plate away from the second racks. The outer surface of the fixing clamp is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixing track.

7. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 6, characterized in that, The outer surface of the threaded rod is threaded to a through hole located inside the two second racks. The through hole is threaded. A groove is provided on one side of the limiting plate. A rotating disk is movably connected to the inner wall of the groove. One end of the threaded rod passes through one side of the limiting plate and is fixedly installed on one end of the rotating disk.

8. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 7, characterized in that, The outer surface of the threaded rod is connected to the through hole of the inclined slot block through the thread. The inclined surface of the inclined slot block is movably connected to the inner wall of the movable shell. A connecting groove is opened on one side of the inner wall of the movable shell. The end of the threaded rod away from the rotating disk is a shaft. The outer surface of the shaft end is tightly fitted to the inner wall of the connecting groove. The upper and lower ends of the inclined slot block are stuck in the inner surface of the opening of the movable shell. The inclined slot surface of the inclined slot block abuts against the groove surface at the opening of the movable shell. When the second rack and the first rack mesh with each other, it is prevented from falling off.

9. The compact energy storage compartment integrated structure with a changeable spatial layout according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side walls of the vertical beam are threaded with multiple bolts. The outer surfaces of the bolts are threaded to the inner walls of the fixed rails, and one end of the bolt head is tightly fitted to the side of the vertical beam. The bolts are used to connect the multiple fixed rails to the vertical beam for disassembly and installation.