Storage structure of two-wheel electric vehicle, garage access system and access method

Abstract

This invention provides a storage structure, a garage retrieval system, and a storage method for two-wheeled electric vehicles, relating to the field of electric vehicle technology. The storage structure includes a base, a protective housing, a vehicle locking mechanism, and a housing locking mechanism. The vehicle locking mechanism is connected to the base and can lock a vehicle placed on it. The protective housing is movably connected to the base and has a first opening at its front end for a vehicle to pass through. The protective housing can move relative to the base under external force and has both closed and open states. The housing locking mechanism is connected to the base and can lock the protective housing. The protective housing can be moved and separated relative to the base. The storage structure eliminates the need for personnel operating space, reducing height and volume and improving space utilization. The protective housing can physically isolate burning vehicles, effectively improving garage fire safety. The vehicle locking mechanism can clamp the vehicle, preventing rollover and scratch damage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electric vehicle technology, and in particular to a storage structure, storage and retrieval system and storage and retrieval method for a two-wheeled electric vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous growth of the number of two-wheeled electric vehicles in China, the parking pressure for these vehicles in urban core areas and industrial parks is becoming increasingly prominent. Multi-level automated parking garages, with their high space utilization rate, have become the mainstream technical solution to the parking problem. As the core load-bearing component of automated parking garages, the storage unit's structure directly determines the garage's space utilization rate, access efficiency, and operational safety performance.

[0003] The storage units of existing two-wheeled electric vehicle multi-level parking garages are mainly divided into two types of technical solutions. One type is an open vehicle platform structure. This type of structure only has basic vehicle carrying function. The vehicle needs to be placed with double supports. During the transfer of the storage unit, it is easy to overturn and scrape due to sudden stops and accelerations. In addition, if a single vehicle spontaneously combusts, the fire can easily spread to surrounding vehicles, posing a significant fire safety hazard.

[0004] Another type is an integrated enclosed storage unit. People need to push vehicles into the storage unit. In order to meet the operational needs of people entering the cabin to park vehicles, the cabin needs to reserve sufficient space for personnel to move around. This results in the overall height and volume of the storage unit being relatively large, which limits the number of floors and space utilization of the garage. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a storage structure, garage retrieval system, and storage and retrieval method for two-wheeled electric vehicles, thereby solving the technical problems in the prior art where the storage unit requires reserved space for personnel movement, resulting in low garage space utilization, and vehicles are prone to tipping over on the storage unit, posing a fire hazard. The various technical effects of the preferred solutions among the many technical solutions provided by this invention are detailed below.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle includes a base, a protective housing, a vehicle locking mechanism, and a housing locking mechanism. The vehicle locking mechanism is connected to the base and can lock a vehicle placed on the base. The protective housing is movably connected to the base and has a first opening at its front end for the vehicle to pass through. The protective housing can move relative to the base under external force and has a closed state and a separated state. The housing locking mechanism is connected to the base and can lock the protective housing when it is in the closed state.

[0008] Preferably, the vehicle locking mechanism includes a fixed pressure plate, a movable pressure plate, an elastic buffer clamping plate, and a first drive assembly. The fixed pressure plate is connected to the top of the base. The movable pressure plate is disposed opposite to the fixed pressure plate and there is a gap between them for the vehicle to be pushed in and pushed out. An elastic buffer clamping plate is connected to the side of the fixed pressure plate near the movable pressure plate and the side of the movable pressure plate near the fixed pressure plate. The first drive assembly is connected to the base and its output end is connected to the movable pressure plate. The first drive assembly can drive the movable pressure plate to move relative to the fixed pressure plate. The two elastic buffer clamping plates can clamp the two sides of the vehicle's tires.

[0009] Preferably, the housing locking mechanism includes a second drive assembly and a locking member. The second drive assembly is connected to the base and its output end is driven to the locking member. The locking member is movably connected to the base. The protective housing is provided with a mating groove. When it is in the closed state, the mating groove corresponds to the position of the locking member, and the second drive assembly drives the locking member to lock with the mating groove.

[0010] Preferably, it also includes an infrared detection device, which is disposed on the base and is used to detect whether the vehicle has a structure that protrudes beyond the projection range of the movement trajectory of the protective box relative to the base; It also includes a charging connector, which is disposed on the base and is used to charge a vehicle placed on the base.

[0011] A vehicle storage and retrieval system includes a storage building, a conveying device, a temporary storage platform, a power unit, an APP control system, and the aforementioned two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure; The conveying device is used to move the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure between the storage building and the temporary storage platform; The power unit is movably connected to the temporary storage platform, and the power unit can be detachably connected to the protective box on the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure that is moved to the front of the temporary storage platform; When the power unit is connected to the protective housing, the power unit can drive the protective housing to move backward to the temporary storage platform to form the separated state, and can also drive the protective housing to move forward to the base to form the closed state. The APP control system is used to receive users' vehicle parking instructions, vehicle retrieval instructions, and charging instructions, and to send control signals to the corresponding storage structure, conveying device, and power device.

[0012] Preferably, the storage building includes multiple storage floors, and each storage floor is provided with multiple storage positions for storing the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure; The conveying device includes a vertical conveying mechanism and a horizontal traveling mechanism. The vertical conveying mechanism is used to move the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure between different storage floors. Each two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure has a horizontal traveling mechanism on its base, which is used to move the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure in the horizontal direction. The number of temporary storage platforms is at least one, and each temporary storage platform is paired with at least one vertical conveying mechanism.

[0013] Preferably, the APP control system can display the status of all the storage structures in real time, and the idle storage structures and the storage structures that are being occupied are displayed in different colors; The APP control system provides a step-by-step operation interface. The vehicle storage operation includes five steps: opening the storage box, securing the tires, closing the storage box, storing, and charging. The vehicle retrieval operation includes four steps: opening the storage box, unlocking the tires, closing the storage box, and storing.

[0014] Preferably, the power unit includes a body, a third drive assembly, a hook structure, and a fourth drive assembly. The body is movably connected to the temporary storage platform via the fourth drive assembly. The third drive assembly is connected to the body. The hook structure is rotatably connected to the body and driven by the third drive assembly. The protective housing is provided with a connecting mating part. The hook structure can rotate under the drive of the third drive assembly and form a detachable connection with the connecting mating part.

[0015] Preferably, the storage building is equipped with a smoke detector and a fire extinguishing device on the top of each of the storage positions. The smoke detector is used to monitor the smoke concentration, and the fire extinguishing device is used to spray water onto the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure. The top of the protective enclosure is provided with a second opening, through which the spraying liquid can enter the interior of the protective enclosure; The vehicle storage retrieval system also includes a fire alarm control system. The fire alarm control system is communicatively connected to all the smoke detectors, fire extinguishing devices, and two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structures. When a smoke detector detects a fire in a corresponding storage location, the fire alarm control system can activate the fire extinguishing device at the corresponding location and control the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structures located around the storage location to move to a safe area.

[0016] A storage and retrieval method, using the above-mentioned vehicle storage and retrieval system, includes a vehicle storage step and a vehicle retrieval step; The parking procedure is as follows: S1. The user rides to the front of the temporary storage platform, logs into the APP control system, clicks the "store bike" button, and selects an available storage structure number; S2. The corresponding storage structure is transported to the front end of the temporary storage platform 8 by the conveying device. When the user clicks the box open button, the box locking mechanism is unlocked, the power unit is connected to the protective box and drives the protective box to separate from the base. S3. The user pushes the vehicle onto the base, clicks the tire fixing button, and the vehicle locking mechanism is activated to lock the vehicle's tires. If charging is required, connect the charging connector to the charging port on the vehicle. S4. When the user clicks the box close button, after the infrared detection device detects no abnormality, the power device drives the protective box to move forward, so that the protective box closes with the base, and the box locking mechanism automatically locks. S5. When the user clicks the storage button, the storage structure is transported to the corresponding storage floor by the conveying device and automatically moves to the corresponding storage position. If charging is required, the user clicks the charging button, and the storage structure automatically connects to the power supply and starts charging after reaching the designated position. The steps for retrieving the vehicle are as follows: T1. The user logs into the APP control system, clicks the vehicle retrieval button, and selects the storage structure number corresponding to the vehicle to be retrieved; T2. The corresponding storage structure is transported to the front end of the temporary storage platform by the conveying device. When the user clicks the box open button, the box locking mechanism automatically unlocks. The power unit is connected to the protective box and drives the protective box to separate from the base. T3. When the user clicks the tire unlock button, the vehicle locking mechanism is activated and returns to its original position, releasing the lock on the tire. If the vehicle is charging, first disconnect the charging connector and then push the vehicle off the base. T4. When the user clicks the box close button, after the infrared detection device detects no abnormality, the power device drives the protective box to move forward, so that the protective box closes with the base, and the box locking mechanism automatically locks. T5. When the user clicks the "storage" button, the available storage structure is transported to the corresponding storage floor via the conveyor device and automatically moved to the corresponding storage position.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: the base and the protective box can be combined to form a split translational opening and closing structure. During the process of storing and retrieving vehicles, the protective box can be translated and separated relative to the base. Users can park and retrieve vehicles without entering the protective box. The storage structure does not require reserved space for personnel operation, thus significantly reducing the overall height and volume of the storage structure, effectively reducing the single-layer height requirement of the garage, allowing for more storage layers to be arranged under the same building height, significantly increasing the parking capacity per unit area of ​​the garage, and greatly improving space utilization.

[0018] Meanwhile, when closed, the protective enclosure can form a side barrier around the vehicle, providing a certain degree of protection and physical isolation from the burning vehicle, inhibiting the spread of fire to the surrounding storage structure, effectively improving the fire safety level of the garage, and enabling the storage structure to balance protective performance with ease of access.

[0019] By setting a vehicle locking mechanism, a reliable lock can be achieved between the vehicle and the base. In the locked state, the vehicle can always remain relatively fixed to the base, preventing the vehicle from tipping over or being scratched during the movement of the storage structure.

[0020] By setting up a cabinet locking mechanism, a reliable lock can be achieved between the protective cabinet and the base, preventing the protective cabinet from coming loose during the movement of the storage structure and improving the stability and safety during transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is an external structural diagram of the storage structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is an internal structural diagram of the storage structure of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a top-view structural diagram of the protective enclosure of the storage structure of the present invention. Figure 4 This is a detailed structural diagram of the vehicle locking mechanism of the storage structure of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a detailed structural diagram of the housing locking mechanism of the storage structure of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the vehicle of the present invention placed on the base; Figure 7This is a structural diagram of the vehicle storage retrieval system of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a detailed structural diagram of the temporary storage platform and power unit of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a detailed structural diagram of the power unit of the present invention.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Base; 11. First slide rail; 2. Protective housing; 21. First opening; 22. Mating groove; 23. Roller; 24. Connecting mating part; 25. Second opening; 3. Vehicle locking mechanism; 31. Fixed pressure plate; 32. Movable pressure plate; 33. Elastic buffer clamping plate; 34. First drive assembly; 35. Base pressure plate; 4. Housing locking mechanism; 41. Second drive assembly; 42. Locking component; 5. Forward and backward direction limiting mechanism; 6. Vehicle; 61. Tire; 7. Storage building; 8. Temporary storage platform; 81. Second slide rail; 82. Moving chute; 9. Power unit; 91. Fuselage; 92. Third drive assembly; 93. Hook structure. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the technical solutions of this invention will be described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this invention, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other implementation methods obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0025] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "side," "length," "width," "height," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," and "side," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the appendix. Figure 1 The orientations or positional relationships shown are for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0026] In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0027] Reference Figures 1 to 6 The present invention provides a storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle, including a base 1, a protective box 2, a vehicle locking mechanism 3, and a box locking mechanism 4.

[0028] Base 1 is used to hold a two-wheeled electric vehicle, i.e., attached Figure 6 Vehicle 6 in the middle.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 The protective box 2 is a five-sided structure without a bottom plate, consisting of a top plate, two front and two back side plates, and two left and right side plates. Since the batteries of two-wheeled electric vehicles are at risk of spontaneous combustion during storage or charging, the protective box 2 cannot be sealed and needs to be breathable. Therefore, the protective box 2 preferably has openings on the top plate and the two front and two back side plates to facilitate air flow.

[0030] The protective housing 2 is movably connected to the base 1. Therefore, the protective housing 2 and the base 1 can form a movable structure. The protective housing 2 can move relative to the base 1 under the action of external force, and the two have a closed state and a separated state. The protective housing 2 can move together with the base 1 to form a closed state, and the protective housing 2 can also move to the outside of the base 1 to form a separated state.

[0031] The protective box 2 has a first opening 21 at its front end for the vehicle 6 to pass through. Therefore, during the movement of the protective box 2, the first opening 21 is fully open. There is no structure to block the vehicle 6 during the pushing and pushing process. The protective box 2 will not come into contact or collide with the vehicle 6, nor will it affect the normal placement of the vehicle 6. The operation process is simple and smooth.

[0032] Reference Figure 2 The vehicle locking mechanism 3 is connected to the base 1. When the vehicle 6 is placed securely on the base 1, the vehicle locking mechanism 3 can lock the vehicle 6. When the vehicle locking mechanism 3 releases the lock on the vehicle 6, the vehicle 6 can be removed from the base 1.

[0033] The housing locking mechanism 4 is connected to the base 1. When the protective housing 2 and the base 1 are in the closed state, the housing locking mechanism 4 can lock the protective housing 2. During the synchronous movement of the protective housing 2 and the base 1, it can maintain the connection between the two and prevent relative movement.

[0034] The base 1 and the protective box 2 can be combined to form a split translational opening and closing structure. During the process of storing and retrieving vehicles, the protective box 2 can be translated and separated relative to the base 1. Users can park and retrieve vehicles without entering the protective box 2. The storage structure does not require reserved space for personnel operation, thus significantly reducing the overall height and volume of the storage structure, effectively reducing the single-layer height requirement of the garage, and allowing more storage layers to be arranged under the same building height, significantly increasing the parking capacity per unit area of ​​the garage and greatly improving space utilization.

[0035] Meanwhile, when closed, the protective enclosure 2 can form a barrier around the vehicle 6, providing a certain degree of protection and limiting the vehicle's movement. Furthermore, if a fire breaks out inside the vehicle, it can physically isolate the vehicle, suppressing the spread of the fire to the surrounding storage structures and effectively improving the fire safety level of the garage. This also allows the storage structure to combine protective performance with ease of access.

[0036] By setting the vehicle locking mechanism 3, the vehicle 6 and the base 1 can be reliably locked. In the locked state, the vehicle 6 can always remain relatively fixed with the base 1, avoiding the vehicle 6 from tipping over or being scratched during the movement of the storage structure.

[0037] By setting the enclosure locking mechanism 4, a reliable lock can be achieved between the protective enclosure 2 and the base 1, preventing the protective enclosure 2 from coming loose during the movement of the storage structure and improving the stability and safety during the transfer process.

[0038] As an optional implementation method, refer to Figure 4 The vehicle locking mechanism 3 includes a fixed pressure plate 31, a movable pressure plate 32, an elastic buffer clamping plate 33, and a first drive assembly 34.

[0039] The fixed pressure plate 31 is fixedly connected to the top of the base 1 and can remain relatively stationary.

[0040] The movable pressure plate 32 and the fixed pressure plate 31 are arranged opposite to each other. During the clamping process, the movable pressure plate 32 and the fixed pressure plate 31 can be located on both sides of the vehicle 6. There is a gap between the movable pressure plate 32 and the fixed pressure plate 31 for the vehicle 6 to be pushed in and pushed out. Therefore, it can be widely used in two-wheeled electric vehicles on the market.

[0041] An elastic buffer clamping plate 33 is connected to both the fixed pressure plate 31 near the movable pressure plate 32 and the movable pressure plate 32 near the fixed pressure plate 31. Bolt connection is preferred here.

[0042] The first drive assembly 34 is connected to the base 1 and its output end is connected to the movable pressure plate 32. The first drive assembly 34 can drive the movable pressure plate 32 to move relative to the fixed pressure plate 31. The two elastic buffer clamping plates 33 can clamp the tires 61 of the vehicle 6 on both sides.

[0043] The first drive component 34 is existing technology, and its structure is not specifically limited, as long as it can drive the movable pressure plate 32 to move.

[0044] The elastic buffer clamping plate 33 is preferably made of rubber material, which is elastic and can effectively prevent the tires, wheel hubs and brake discs from being clamped and damaged. In addition, the rubber plate can also form an inward deformation during the clamping process, which can not only prevent the vehicle from overturning, but also prevent the wheels from rolling or sliding in the front and rear directions.

[0045] Vehicle 6 can be clamped and fixed by vehicle locking mechanism 3, thus eliminating the need for a double support structure and preventing the electric vehicle from tipping over when the storage structure suddenly stops or starts.

[0046] In addition, the vehicle locking mechanism 3 may also be provided with a base plate 35, which is connected to the base 1 and has a gap between its bottom and the base 1. At the same time, the movable plate 32 is provided with guide parts at both ends. The guide parts can be sleeved on the outside of the base plate 35 and form a sliding connection with the base plate 35. During the movement of the movable plate 32, the guide parts and the base plate 35 can form a guide, making the movement direction of the movable plate 32 more accurate and avoiding uneven force at both ends.

[0047] As an optional implementation method, refer to Figure 5 The housing locking mechanism 4 includes a second drive assembly 41 and a locking member 42. The second drive assembly 41 is connected to the base 1 and its output end is driven to the locking member 42. The second drive assembly 41 preferably includes a drive motor and a gear. The output end of the drive motor is connected to the gear. The locking member 42 is preferably provided with a rack. The gear and the rack mesh with each other. The locking member 42 is movably connected to the base 1. After the drive motor is started, it can drive the gear to rotate. The gear and the rack transmit power, so that the locking member 42 can move relative to the base 1.

[0048] Meanwhile, the protective housing 2 is provided with a mating groove 22. When it is in the closed state, the mating groove 22 corresponds to the position of the locking member 42. The second drive component 41 drives the locking member 42 to lock with the mating groove 22, and the protective housing 2 and the base 1 cannot move. When separation is required, the locking member 42 releases the lock on the mating groove 22, and the protective housing 2 can move relative to the base 1.

[0049] The number of the second drive assembly 41 and the locking member 42 are preferably two sets, and they are arranged symmetrically so that locking can be performed on both sides.

[0050] As an optional implementation method, refer to Figure 4 It also includes a front and rear direction limiting mechanism 5, which is set on the base 1. When the protective box 2 and the base 1 are in a closed state and a vehicle 6 is placed on the base 1, the front and rear direction limiting mechanism 5 is used to limit the relative movement of the vehicle 6 in the front and rear directions.

[0051] The front-to-back limiting mechanism 5 is preferably a groove structure formed on the base 1. The groove structure matches the shape of the tire 61. When the vehicle 6 is placed on the base 1, it can be inserted into the groove structure. The groove structure limits the tire 61 and prevents it from moving relative to the tire in the front-to-back direction.

[0052] As an optional implementation, the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure also includes an infrared detection device, which is mounted on the base 1. The infrared detection device is used to detect whether the vehicle 6 has a structure that protrudes beyond the projection range of the movement trajectory of the protective box 2 relative to the base 1.

[0053] If a protruding structure is detected, an alarm signal will be issued, and the protective box 2 will stop moving. At this time, the specific protruding structure can be located, and the parking position of the electric vehicle can be adjusted.

[0054] In this embodiment, the infrared detection device preferably adopts a through-beam infrared safety light grating.

[0055] As an optional implementation, the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure also includes a charging connector, which is mounted on the base 1 and used to charge the vehicle 6 placed on the base 1. When charging the electric vehicle is required, the vehicle must be brought to a complete stop before connecting the charging connector to the connector on the vehicle.

[0056] Reference Figures 7 to 9 The present invention also provides a vehicle storage retrieval system, including a storage tower 7, a conveying device, a temporary storage platform 8, a power unit 9, and the above-mentioned two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure.

[0057] Storage Building 7 and all storage structures are preferably made of fire-resistant materials with a Class A fire resistance rating to reduce the risk of the entire Storage Building 7 catching fire due to spontaneous combustion of electric vehicles.

[0058] Storage building 7 preferably includes multiple storage floors, each storage floor is provided with multiple storage positions for storing storage structures, and each storage floor is provided with multiple walking passages.

[0059] The conveying device is used to move the storage structure between the storage building 7 and the temporary storage platform 8.

[0060] Specifically, the conveying device preferably includes a vertical conveying mechanism and a horizontal traveling mechanism. The vertical conveying mechanism is mainly used to move the storage structure between different storage floors. In this embodiment, the vertical conveying mechanism is preferably embodied in the form of an elevator.

[0061] Each storage structure has a horizontal walking mechanism on its base 1. The horizontal walking mechanism is used to move the storage structure in the horizontal direction, so that the storage structure can move between different storage positions on the same floor, and can also move between storage positions and elevators. On the corresponding floor of the temporary storage platform 8, the storage structure can also move between the elevator and the temporary storage platform 8.

[0062] In this embodiment, the horizontal walking mechanism is preferably embodied in the form of a combination structure of moving wheels, drive motor and steering motor. Some moving wheels are connected to drive motor and some moving wheels are connected to steering motor. After receiving the walking / steering signal, drive motor and steering motor can drive moving wheels to walk and turn, thereby realizing movement in the horizontal direction.

[0063] The number of temporary storage platforms 8 is at least one, and each temporary storage platform 8 is matched with at least one vertical conveying mechanism. The temporary storage platform 8 is preferably located on the same floor as the bottom floor of the storage building 7. The temporary storage platform 8 can be located on the outside of the storage building 7, or a portion of the space in the storage building 7 can be allocated to the temporary storage platform 8 so that the temporary storage platform 8 and the storage building 7 form the visual effect of being in the same building.

[0064] The power unit 9 is movably connected to the temporary storage platform 8. The power unit 9 can be detachably connected to the protective box 2 on the storage structure that moves to the front of the temporary storage platform 8. When the power unit 9 and the protective box 2 are connected, the power unit 9 can drive the protective box 2 to move backward to the temporary storage platform 8 to form a separated state, or it can drive the protective box 2 to move forward to the base 1 to form a closed state.

[0065] Temporary storage platform 8 can be used for both vehicle storage and retrieval. Similarly, elevators can also be used for both. If the number of temporary storage platforms 8 and elevators increases, the storage and retrieval efficiency of vehicles 6 can be improved accordingly.

[0066] In this embodiment, the number of temporary storage platforms 8 can be further preferably at least two, and the number of elevators matched with each temporary storage platform 8 can also be further preferably at least two.

[0067] One of the temporary storage platforms 8 can be used for parking vehicles, and the other temporary storage platform 8 can be used for retrieving vehicles. For the corresponding at least four elevators, when an electric vehicle needs to be stored, the first elevator is used to transport the empty storage structure to the front of the temporary storage platform 8 used for parking vehicles. After the electric vehicle is placed in the storage structure, it is transported to the corresponding storage floor of the storage building 7 by the second elevator, and then the storage structure automatically moves to the corresponding storage location.

[0068] When the electric vehicle needs to be retrieved, the corresponding storage structure is transported to the front of the temporary storage platform 8 for retrieval via the third elevator, the electric vehicle is retrieved, and the empty storage structure is returned to the corresponding floor via the fourth elevator and automatically returned to the corresponding storage location.

[0069] This setup avoids situations where electric vehicles are queued at the elevator entrance when being stored or retrieved, thus preventing excessively long waiting times and significantly improving the efficiency of storing and retrieving electric vehicles.

[0070] Storage Building 7 employs a storage structure in which the base 1 and protective housing 2 can be combined to form a split, translational opening and closing structure. During vehicle storage and retrieval, the protective housing 2 can be translated and separated relative to the base 1. Users can park and retrieve vehicles without entering the protective housing 2. The storage structure does not require reserved space for personnel operation, thus significantly reducing the overall height and volume of the storage structure, effectively lowering the floor height requirements of Storage Building 7. More storage layers can be arranged under the same building height, significantly increasing the parking capacity per unit area of ​​Storage Building 7 and greatly improving space utilization.

[0071] The protective box 2 and the base 1 adopt a translational opening and closing method, and the movement trajectory is simple and controllable. It is also easy to cooperate with the power unit 9 to achieve fully automatic opening and closing. It is more compatible with the automated scheduling system of the storage building 7, realizes the fully automated operation of the parking and retrieval steps, effectively improves the storage and retrieval efficiency, and is suitable for high-density, high-flow three-dimensional parking garage application scenarios.

[0072] To enable each storage structure to automatically move from the temporary storage platform 8 to its designated storage location on the specified floor, QR codes or magnetic strips can be affixed to the elevator entrance and the walkways on each floor. Correspondingly, the bottom of the base 1 is equipped with a camera and a magnetic strip sensor, which can recognize the magnetic strips or affixed QR codes on the ground for navigation and positioning of the storage structure, allowing it to move along a preset path.

[0073] To make the system more convenient for users, the parking system is preferably equipped with an APP control system. The APP control system is used to receive users' parking instructions, retrieval instructions and charging instructions, and send control signals to the corresponding storage structure, the elevator of the conveying device and the power unit 9.

[0074] Each storage structure has its own corresponding number in the APP control system, and it has a corresponding storage location in storage building 7. By clicking the corresponding storage structure number button on the display page of the APP control system, you can operate on that storage structure.

[0075] The APP control system can display the real-time status of all storage structures. Idle storage structures are displayed in green, while occupied storage structures are displayed in gray. The APP control system can also provide a step-by-step operation interface. The parking operation includes five steps: opening the storage box, securing the tires, closing the storage box, storing, and charging. The retrieval operation includes four steps: opening the storage box, unlocking the tires, closing the storage box, and storing.

[0076] In addition, to facilitate users' use of the APP control system, it is preferable to install a QR code scanning device at the corresponding position on the temporary storage platform 8, so that users can scan the QR code to download and use it.

[0077] As an optional implementation method, refer to Figure 3 The bottom of the protective box 2 is provided with rollers 23, and the base 1 is provided with a first slide rail 11 for the rollers 23 to roll. With this configuration, the protective box 2 can move on the first slide rail 11 via the rollers 23, making it easier for the protective box 2 to switch between the closed state and the open state.

[0078] At the same time, the temporary storage platform 8 is provided with a second slide rail 81 for the roller 23 to roll. With this configuration, the protective box 2 can also move on the second slide rail 81 via the roller 23, so that the protective box 2 can move onto the temporary storage platform 8, and it is also easier for the protective box 2 to switch between the closed state and the open state.

[0079] The first slide rail 11 and the second slide rail 81 are positioned correspondingly and can be connected. With this arrangement, the first slide rail 11 and the second slide rail 81 are equivalent to forming a continuous track, and the protective box 2 can move flexibly on this continuous track, which is more convenient.

[0080] As an optional implementation method, refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9 The power unit 9 includes a fuselage 91, a third drive assembly 92, a hook structure 93, and a fourth drive assembly.

[0081] The temporary storage platform 8 is also provided with a moving slot 82 for the relative movement of the power unit 9. The body 91 is movably connected to the moving slot 82 through the fourth drive component. There are a variety of choices for the specific structure of the fourth drive component, as long as it can drive the power unit 9 to move relative to the temporary storage platform 8.

[0082] The third drive assembly 92 is connected to the body 91. The third drive assembly 92 preferably adopts a structure that can extend and retract in length. The hook structure 93 is rotatably connected to the body 91 and is driven by the third drive assembly 92.

[0083] The protective box 2 is provided with a connecting part 24. The shape of the connecting part 24 matches the shape of the hook structure 93, making it easy to hang the hook structure 93. In this embodiment, a third opening can be directly opened on the side wall corresponding to the rear end of the protective box 2. The lower edge of the third opening corresponds to the position of the hook structure 93, so that the lower edge becomes the connecting part 24.

[0084] The hook structure 93 can rotate under the drive of the third drive component 92 and form a detachable connection with the connecting mating part 24. When the two are in the connected state, the fourth drive component can drive the body 91 to move relative to the temporary storage platform 8. At the same time, the body 91 can drive the protective box 2 to move backward to the temporary storage platform 8 to form a separated state, and can also drive the protective box 2 to move forward to the base 1 to form a closed state.

[0085] As an optional implementation, in order to detect the potential risk of spontaneous combustion of electric vehicles in a timely manner, smoke detectors and fire extinguishing devices are installed on the top of each storage unit in storage building 7.

[0086] Meanwhile, the vehicle storage retrieval system also includes a fire alarm control system, which is connected to all smoke detectors, fire extinguishing devices and storage structures. In addition, the fire alarm control system is preferably connected to the display terminal in the fire control room and the mobile terminal of the management personnel.

[0087] Smoke detectors are used to monitor smoke concentration. When the concentration exceeds a threshold (such as 10,000 ppm), an alarm is triggered, and an alarm signal is transmitted to the fire linkage control system. The fire linkage control system then transmits the signal to the fire control room. The display terminal in the fire control room can automatically display a video image of the fire point, activate the audible and visual alarm, and send alarm information to the management personnel.

[0088] The audible and visual alarm is linked with the fire extinguishing device. When the smoke detector detects a fire in the corresponding storage location, the fire alarm control system can activate the corresponding fire extinguishing device, which is used to spray the storage structure to extinguish the fire.

[0089] The display terminal in the fire control room can monitor the fire situation in real time, and can also remotely control the fire extinguishing equipment to switch from automatic fire extinguishing mode to remote manual fire extinguishing mode. Firefighters can also use the display terminal to confirm the severity of the fire and increase or decrease the spray volume of the fire extinguishing equipment in order to extinguish the fire more quickly.

[0090] Meanwhile, in order to cooperate with the fire extinguishing device, the top of the protective box 2 is provided with a second opening 25, through which the spraying liquid can enter the interior of the protective box 2. The second opening 25 can also improve the air flow inside the protective box 2, making it more breathable.

[0091] Naturally, in order to discharge the water used for firefighting, storage building 7 will also be equipped with a corresponding drainage structure.

[0092] In addition, to prevent the vehicle 6 stored inside the protective enclosure 2 from igniting the electric vehicles located around it after a fire, firefighters can also remotely control the storage structure through the fire linkage control system. By controlling the horizontal walking mechanism of the storage structure itself, the surrounding storage structures can be temporarily moved to other safe areas for storage. After the fire is completely extinguished, the surrounding storage structures can be moved back to their corresponding storage positions.

[0093] The present invention also provides a storage and retrieval method, which adopts the above-mentioned vehicle storage and retrieval system, and the storage and retrieval method includes a vehicle storage step and a vehicle retrieval step.

[0094] Parking procedure: Users ride to the front of temporary storage platform 8, scan a nearby QR code, and enter the APP control system for storing and retrieving two-wheeled electric vehicles. This APP control system allows users to register a personal account and includes functions such as parking, retrieving, charging, and wallet access.

[0095] Users can scan the QR code, log in to their registered APP control system account, and click the "Save Car" button to enter the storage floor page for selection. After selecting the storage floor, users will be taken to the page showing all the storage structures corresponding to that floor.

[0096] At this time, the storage structure's number page has two states. One state is that the storage structure already contains electric vehicles, displayed as gray, and in this state, the storage structure cannot be operated on. The other state is that the storage structure does not contain electric vehicles, displayed as green, and in this state, the storage structure can be operated on.

[0097] Once the user selects a storage structure and clicks on its green number, the storage building 7 and the control system built into the storage structure receive the instructions from the APP control system. The storage structure then automatically starts the program and, following the pre-set instructions and path, travels to the front of the temporary storage platform 8 via the first elevator that transports empty storage structures.

[0098] After clicking on the storage structure number in the APP control system, you will automatically enter the page for operating this storage structure. The page displays five buttons: Open Box, Secure Tires, Close Box, Store, and Charge.

[0099] When the storage structure reaches the front of the temporary storage platform 8, clicking the "Open Box" button first unlocks the box locking mechanism 4 between the protective box 2 and the base 1, automatically opening the box. Then, the power unit 9 connects to the protective box 2 and drives it to move backward, separating the protective box 2 from the base 1. After separation, the user can push the two-wheeled electric vehicle onto the base 1.

[0100] Then, click the tire fixing button, the vehicle locking mechanism 3 is activated, the first drive component 34 applies a force of 2300N to push the movable pressure plate 32 and the elastic buffer clamping plate 33 from their original positions to slowly move towards the tire 61 of the vehicle 6 until the elastic buffer clamping plate 33 presses on the tire 61 and can no longer move. At this time, the 2300N clamping force on both sides of the tire 61 can ensure that the vehicle 6 will not tip over during the movement of the base 1.

[0101] Then, click the "Close Box" button. Base 1 will use its infrared detection device to check if any part of the vehicle 6 on base 1 protrudes beyond the movement trajectory of the protective box 2. If so, an alarm signal will be issued, and the closing command will automatically stop. The user needs to check which parts of the vehicle 6 exceed the movement trajectory of the protective box 2 and readjust the parking position of the electric vehicle. After adjusting the parking position, click the "Close Box" button again. Base 1 will again use its infrared detection device to check if any part of the vehicle 6 on base 1 protrudes beyond the movement trajectory of the protective box 2. If no part is detected, no alarm signal will be issued.

[0102] Then, the power unit 9 drives the protective housing 2 forward, closing the protective housing 2 with the base 1. It stops when it reaches the designated position, at which point the housing locking mechanism 4 between the protective housing 2 and the base 1 automatically locks, ensuring that the protective housing 2 and the base 1 are fixed together and will not open automatically during movement or storage. Then, the power unit 9 disconnects from the protective housing 2.

[0103] Then, click the "Store" button, and the storage structure will automatically start the program. Following the pre-set instructions and path, the storage structure carrying the two-wheeled electric vehicle will be transported to the storage location in storage building 7 via the second elevator for storage.

[0104] In addition, if it is necessary to charge vehicle 6, the charging button can be clicked. Once the storage structure reaches the preset storage location, the circuit of the storage structure will automatically connect to the power supply of storage tower 7, thereby charging the electric vehicle. This completes the storage task.

[0105] The steps for retrieving and storing vehicles are similar. When necessary, additional temporary storage platforms 8 can be added, and multiple elevators can be provided accordingly. This distinguishes the equipment used for retrieving and storing vehicles, separates the vehicle storage flow from the retrieval flow, avoids congestion at elevator entrances, and improves efficiency.

[0106] Users scan a nearby QR code at the front end of the temporary storage platform 8 to enter the APP control system for storing and retrieving two-wheeled electric vehicles. After clicking the "Retrieve Vehicle" button, the page will only display the number of the storage structure that has already been stored.

[0107] If a user has stored multiple electric vehicles, the serial numbers of all the electric vehicles will be displayed on the page. The user needs to click on the corresponding serial number of the storage structure that they actually need to retrieve.

[0108] The storage structure automatically starts the program and, following the pre-set instructions and path, transports the storage structure, equipped with an electric vehicle, to the front end of the temporary storage platform 8 via the third elevator.

[0109] At the same time, the APP control system automatically enters the operation page, which displays four buttons: box open, tire unlock, box close, and storage.

[0110] After clicking the box open button, firstly, the box locking mechanism 4 is unlocked, and then the power unit 9 is connected to the protective box 2 and drives the protective box 2 to move backward, so that the protective box 2 is separated from the base 1.

[0111] After the box and the vehicle body are separated, the user needs to hold the handlebars and press the tire unlock button. The power unit 9 will drive the protective box 2 to move backward and stop after returning to the original position. Then the user can push the two-wheeled electric vehicle off the base 1.

[0112] If the electric vehicle is being charged inside the storage structure, the charging connector must first be removed from vehicle 6, and then vehicle 6 must be pushed off the base 1.

[0113] Then, click the "Close Box" button. The base 1 will use an infrared detection device to check if any object protrudes from the protective box 2's movement trajectory. If so, an alarm signal will be issued, and the "Close Box" command will automatically stop. The user needs to check which object is on the protective box 2's movement trajectory and remove the corresponding object. Then click the "Close Box" button again. If no object is detected, no alarm signal will be issued.

[0114] Then, the power unit 9 drives the protective housing 2 forward, closing the protective housing 2 with the base 1. It stops when it reaches the designated position, at which point the housing locking mechanism 4 between the protective housing 2 and the base 1 automatically locks, ensuring that the protective housing 2 and the base 1 are fixed together and will not open automatically during movement or storage. Then, the power unit 9 disconnects from the protective housing 2.

[0115] Then, click the "Store" button, and the storage structure will automatically start the program. Following the pre-set instructions and path, the empty storage structure will be transported to the corresponding storage location inside storage building 7 via the fourth elevator for storage.

[0116] The above are merely specific embodiments of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle, characterized in that, The device includes a base (1), a protective housing (2), a vehicle locking mechanism (3), and a housing locking mechanism (4). The vehicle locking mechanism (3) is connected to the base (1) and can lock a vehicle (6) placed on the base (1). The protective housing (2) is movably connected to the base (1) and has a first opening (21) at its front end for the vehicle (6) to pass through. The protective housing (2) can move relative to the base (1) under the action of external force and has a closed state and a separated state. The housing locking mechanism (4) is connected to the base (1) and can lock the protective housing (2) in the closed state.

2. The storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle locking mechanism (3) includes a fixed pressure plate (31), a movable pressure plate (32), an elastic buffer clamping plate (33), and a first drive assembly (34). The fixed pressure plate (31) is connected to the top of the base (1). The movable pressure plate (32) is arranged opposite to the fixed pressure plate (31) and there is a gap between them for the vehicle (6) to be pushed in and pushed out. The side of the fixed pressure plate (31) near the movable pressure plate (32) and the side of the movable pressure plate (32) near the fixed pressure plate (31) are each connected to an elastic buffer clamping plate (33). The first drive assembly (34) is connected to the base (1) and its output end is connected to the movable pressure plate (32). The first drive assembly (34) can drive the movable pressure plate (32) to move relative to the fixed pressure plate (31). The two elastic buffer clamping plates (33) can clamp the tires (61) of the vehicle (6) on both sides.

3. The storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing locking mechanism (4) includes a second drive assembly (41) and a locking member (42). The second drive assembly (41) is connected to the base (1) and its output end is driven to the locking member (42). The locking member (42) is movably connected to the base (1). The protective housing (2) is provided with a mating groove (22). When it is in the closed state, the mating groove (22) corresponds to the position of the locking member (42). The second drive assembly (41) drives the locking member (42) to lock with the mating groove (22).

4. The storage structure for a two-wheeled electric vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an infrared detection device, which is mounted on the base (1) and is used to detect whether the vehicle (6) has a structure that protrudes beyond the projection range of the movement trajectory of the protective box (2) relative to the base (1). It also includes a charging connector, which is disposed on the base (1) and is used to charge the vehicle (6) placed on the base (1).

5. A parking lot retrieval system, characterized in that, Includes a storage building (7), a conveying device, a temporary storage platform (8), a power unit (9), an APP control system, and a two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure as described in any one of claims 1-4; The conveying device is used to move the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure between the storage building (7) and the temporary storage platform (8); The power unit (9) is movably connected to the temporary storage platform (8), and the power unit (9) can be detachably connected to the protective box (2) on the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure that moves to the front end of the temporary storage platform (8). When the power unit (9) and the protective housing (2) are in a connected state, the power unit (9) can drive the protective housing (2) to move backward to the temporary storage platform (8) to form the separated state, and can also drive the protective housing (2) to move forward to the base (1) to form the closed state. The APP control system is used to receive the user's parking instructions, retrieval instructions and charging instructions, and send control signals to the corresponding storage structure, conveying device and power device (9).

6. The parking lot retrieval system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The storage building (7) includes multiple storage floors, and each storage floor is provided with multiple storage positions for storing the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure; The conveying device includes a vertical conveying mechanism and a horizontal walking mechanism. The vertical conveying mechanism is used to drive the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure to move between different storage floors. Each of the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structures has a horizontal walking mechanism on its base (1). The horizontal walking mechanism is used to drive the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure to move in the horizontal direction. The number of temporary storage platforms (8) is at least one, and each temporary storage platform (8) is in correspondence with at least one vertical conveying mechanism.

7. The parking lot retrieval system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The APP control system can display the status of all the storage structures in real time, and the idle storage structures and the storage structures that are being occupied are displayed in different colors. The APP control system provides a step-by-step operation interface. The vehicle storage operation includes five steps: opening the storage box, securing the tires, closing the storage box, storing, and charging. The vehicle retrieval operation includes four steps: opening the storage box, unlocking the tires, closing the storage box, and storing.

8. The parking lot retrieval system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The power unit (9) includes a body (91), a third drive assembly (92), a hook structure (93), and a fourth drive assembly. The body (91) is movably connected to the temporary storage platform (8) through the fourth drive assembly. The third drive assembly (92) is connected to the body (91). The hook structure (93) is rotatably connected to the body (91) and driven by the third drive assembly (92). The protective housing (2) is provided with a connecting mating part (24). The hook structure (93) can rotate under the drive of the third drive assembly (92) and form a detachable connection with the connecting mating part (24).

9. The parking lot retrieval system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The storage building (7) is equipped with a smoke detector and a fire extinguishing device on the top of each storage position. The smoke detector is used to monitor the smoke concentration, and the fire extinguishing device is used to spray the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structure. The top of the protective box (2) is provided with a second opening (25), through which the spraying liquid can enter the interior of the protective box (2). The vehicle storage retrieval system also includes a fire alarm control system. The fire alarm control system is communicatively connected to all the smoke detectors, fire extinguishing devices, and two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structures. When a smoke detector detects a fire in a corresponding storage location, the fire alarm control system can activate the fire extinguishing device at the corresponding location and control the two-wheeled electric vehicle storage structures located around the storage location to move to a safe area.

10. An access method, characterized in that, The vehicle storage and retrieval system as described in any one of claims 7-9 includes a vehicle storage step and a vehicle retrieval step; The parking procedure is as follows: S1. The user rides to the front of the temporary storage platform (8), logs into the APP control system, clicks the storage button, and selects an available storage structure number; S2. The corresponding storage structure is transported to the front end of the temporary storage platform 8 by the conveying device. When the user clicks the box open button, the box locking mechanism (4) is unlocked, and the power unit (9) is connected to the protective box (2) and drives the protective box (2) to separate from the base (1). S3. The user pushes the vehicle (6) onto the base (1), clicks the tire fixing button, the vehicle locking mechanism (3) is activated, and the tires (61) of the vehicle (6) are locked. If charging is required, the charging connector is connected to the charging interface on the vehicle (6). S4. When the user clicks the box close button, after the infrared detection device detects no abnormality, the power device (9) drives the protective box (2) to move forward, so that the protective box (2) closes with the base (1), and the box locking mechanism (4) automatically locks. S5. When the user clicks the storage button, the storage structure is transported to the corresponding storage floor by the conveying device and automatically moves to the corresponding storage position. If charging is required, the user clicks the charging button, and the storage structure automatically connects to the power supply and starts charging after reaching the designated position. The steps for retrieving the vehicle are as follows: T1. The user logs into the APP control system, clicks the vehicle retrieval button, and selects the storage structure number corresponding to the vehicle to be retrieved; T2. The corresponding storage structure is transported to the front end of the temporary storage platform (8) by the conveying device. When the user clicks the box open button, the box locking mechanism (4) automatically unlocks. The power device (9) is connected to the protective box (2) and drives the protective box (2) to separate from the base (1). T3. When the user clicks the tire unlock button, the vehicle locking mechanism (3) starts and returns to its original position, unlocking the tire (61). If the vehicle (6) is charging, disconnect the charging connector first, and then push the vehicle (6) off the base (1). T4. When the user clicks the box close button, after the infrared detection device detects no abnormality, the power device (9) drives the protective box (2) to move forward, so that the protective box (2) closes with the base (1), and the box locking mechanism (4) automatically locks. T5. When the user clicks the "storage" button, the available storage structure is transported to the corresponding storage floor via the conveyor device and automatically moved to the corresponding storage position.

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