Battery compartment for new energy vehicle battery swap station

Abstract

The utility model relates to a battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station, and belongs to the technical field of new energy vehicle battery charging and swap. The battery compartment comprises a battery compartment body, the battery compartment body is provided with a plurality of compartment positions used for inserting batteries and a charging mechanism used for charging the batteries, the compartment positions are arranged in a matrix mode, each compartment position is provided with a track and an alignment assembly, the tracks are used for assisting in entering and exiting of the batteries in the compartment positions, and the charging mechanism is used for charging the batteries in the charging mechanism. The batteries are in sliding fit or rolling fit with the rails, and the alignment assembly is used for conducting guiding alignment on the batteries inserted into the bin positions. The space in the height direction is fully utilized, the occupied area is small, the number of bin positions is large, the battery storage amount is large, batteries to be charged can enter the corresponding bin positions through the rails and the alignment assemblies, in-out and in-out are convenient and fast, alignment is accurate, the battery bin has the function of charging the batteries, the batteries can be stored, and the storage efficiency is improved. Therefore, the new energy vehicle can be used for battery replacement.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a battery bin for a new energy vehicle swapping station, belonging to the technical field of new energy vehicle charging and swapping. Background Technique

[0002] As a new type of transportation vehicle, a new energy vehicle uses a storage battery as an energy storage power source. Electric energy is provided by the battery to drive the motor to operate, thereby driving the vehicle to travel.

[0003] Currently, for new energy vehicles with the largest usage, private cars account for a considerable proportion. It is difficult for people to find time to deal with the problem of charging and energy replenishment of new energy vehicles. Therefore, the fundamental way to overcome the development bottleneck of new energy vehicles is rapid battery swapping. Replacing the battery has become one of the rapid energy replenishment methods for new energy vehicles. When the battery decays to the point where it needs to be replaced, the battery can be replaced in a timely manner.

[0004] The replacement of new energy batteries can be carried out at a new energy vehicle swapping station. At the new energy vehicle swapping station, the battery with almost exhausted power on the new energy vehicle is removed, and then a fully charged battery is replaced. The removed battery needs to be charged in a timely manner to meet subsequent rapid battery swapping. For a new energy vehicle swapping station, its area is limited. How to meet the charging needs of multiple batteries is an urgent problem to be solved. Moreover, the problem of temporary storage of the charged batteries also needs to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Aiming at the deficiencies of the existing technology, the utility model provides a battery bin for a new energy vehicle swapping station.

[0006] The technical solution for the utility model to solve the above technical problems is as follows: A battery bin for a new energy vehicle swapping station includes a battery bin body. A plurality of positions for inserting batteries and a charging mechanism for charging the batteries are provided on the battery bin body. The positions are arranged in a matrix. A track and an alignment component are provided at each position. The track is used to assist the entry and exit of the batteries in each position. The battery is in sliding or rolling cooperation with the track. The alignment component is used to guide and align the battery inserted into the position.

[0007] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: The battery bin body is provided with multiple layers of positions, and each layer has a plurality of positions arranged in a matrix. The battery bin makes full use of the space in the height direction, occupies a small area, but has many positions and can store multiple batteries, with a large storage capacity of batteries. The batteries to be charged can enter the corresponding positions through the track and the alignment component, which is not only convenient and fast for entry and exit, but also accurate in alignment. This battery bin not only has the function of charging the batteries, but also can store the batteries for use in new energy vehicle battery swapping.

[0008] On the basis of the above technical solutions, the present utility model can also be improved as follows.

[0009] Further, the alignment component includes a pair of oppositely arranged alignment guide plates acting on both sides of the inserted battery, and the alignment guide plates are provided with guiding inclined surfaces, and the oppositely arranged guiding inclined surfaces are in a horn-shaped structure.

[0010] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the battery is inserted into the bin from the entrance and exit of the bin. In order to further ensure the accuracy of the battery's in-place position, alignment guide plates are provided on the opposite left and right side surfaces of each bin. The acting surface of the alignment guide plate on the battery is an inclined surface, and the two inclined surfaces are in a horn shape with the outer part being large and the inner part being small. As the battery is pushed into the bin, the battery gradually centers and aligns, so that the battery terminal electrical connector on the battery can be connected to the charging facility on the battery bin body to charge the battery and the battery terminal water connector on the battery can be hermetically docked with the bin terminal water connector on the battery bin body to dissipate heat from the battery.

[0011] Further, a plurality of balls for supporting the battery are provided on the track.

[0012] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the battery has rolling friction with the track, the friction is small, and the battery enters and exits the bin more smoothly, which is beneficial to the insertion of the battery into the corresponding bin.

[0013] Further, the plurality of bins include a charging bin for charging the battery and a storage bin for temporarily storing the battery.

[0014] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the battery bin body is provided with a plurality of bins, and the functions of each bin can be reasonably planned according to the actual demand of the charging positions. For example, charging bins can be planned. In the charging bins, the battery can be charged and stored. In addition to the charging bins, some storage bins can also be planned. In this way, while meeting the charging requirements, the number of charging facilities can be reduced, the cost can be lowered, and after the battery is fully charged in the charging bin, it can be transferred to the storage bin for temporary storage.

[0015] Further, the storage bin is arranged above the charging bin.

[0016] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that considering that the charging bin needs to be equipped with charging facilities or cooling facilities, etc., which will involve lines and pipelines. If the charging bin is arranged on a high floor, not only the length of the lines and pipelines will be increased, but also it is not convenient to maintain the charging facilities and cooling facilities. In addition, the lines and pipelines at the rear side of the battery bin body are not convenient for piping, which will cause the lines and pipelines at the rear side of the battery bin body to be messy.

[0017] Further, the charging bin is arranged below the middle layer of the battery bin body.

[0018] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further scheme are as follows: The charging positions can be set on the bottom layer, i.e., the first layer and the second layer, as required. For example, all positions on the first layer can be set as charging positions, and for the second layer, the middle part can be selected as the charging positions. Of course, the full layer can also be selected according to the actual demand of the charging positions. In this way, it can not only meet the charging demand, reduce the cost of each charging position, but also facilitate the subsequent maintenance of the charging positions.

[0019] Further, the charging mechanism includes a chamber-end electrical connector, which is correspondingly arranged on the position for charging the battery. A battery-end electrical connector is provided on the battery. When the battery is charged, the battery-end electrical connector is inserted into the chamber-end electrical connector.

[0020] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further scheme are as follows: When the battery is placed in the charging position, the battery is charged by the electrical connection between the chamber-end electrical connector and the battery-end electrical connector.

[0021] Further, a cooling mechanism for cooling and dissipating heat from the battery is also provided on the battery chamber body.

[0022] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further scheme are as follows: When the battery is charged, there will be a problem of the battery temperature rising. The cooling mechanism can connect the cooling flow path inside the battery with the refrigerant, thereby dissipating heat from the battery and extending the service life of the battery.

[0023] Further, the cooling mechanism includes a chamber-end water connector. A flow path for cooling and dissipating heat is provided inside the battery. A heat dissipation interface communicating with the flow path is provided on the battery. A battery-end water connector is provided at the heat dissipation interface. The battery located in the position can be cooled and dissipated heat through the sealed docking of the battery-end water connector and the chamber-end water connector.

[0024] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further scheme are as follows: When the battery is inserted into the position for charging, the battery-end water connector of the battery is in sealed docking with the chamber-end water connector on the corresponding position. The cooling flow path arranged inside the battery can be connected with the refrigerant such as coolant through the chamber-end water connector, which is used for cooling and dissipating heat from the battery and improving the service life of the battery.

[0025] Further, an electromagnet for positioning the battery is also provided on the position, and a ferromagnetic structure cooperating with the electromagnet is provided on the battery.

[0026] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the battery inserted into the bin can be stably positioned through the suction of the electromagnet and the ferromagnetic structure. The ferromagnetic structure on the battery can be an iron plate, a steel plate, etc. After the battery is inserted into the bin, the electromagnet can adsorb to the ferromagnetic structure; when the battery needs to be taken out, the electromagnet is energized to demagnetize, and after demagnetization, the battery can be taken out of the bin, which is convenient for taking and placing the battery in the battery bin.

[0027] Further, an end plate is provided in the bin, and a through hole for avoidance is provided on the end plate.

[0028] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that an end plate can be provided in the bin to limit the inner end of the battery, further ensuring that the battery is stably in place in the insertion direction. The purpose of the battery entering the battery bin is to charge the battery. The through hole on the end plate can be reserved for the docking of the charging facility, and when the battery is charging, it is better to cool the battery, and the through hole on the end plate can also be reserved for the docking of the cooling facility. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the charging bin of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of the storage bin of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the battery of the present invention at an angle one;

[0033] Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the battery of the present invention at an angle two;

[0034] In the figure, 1, battery bin body; 2, charging bin; 3, track; 4, alignment guide plate; 5, guiding inclined surface; 6, ball; 7, bin end electrical connector; 8, bin end water connector; 9, end plate; 10, storage bin; 11, electromagnet; 12, battery end water connector; 13, battery end electrical connector; 14, ferromagnetic structure; 15, battery. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0035] The principles and features of the present invention will be described below in conjunction with examples. The examples given are only for explaining the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0036] As Figures 1 - 5As shown in the figure, a battery compartment for a new energy vehicle swapping station includes a battery compartment body 1, on which there are multiple positions for inserting batteries and a charging mechanism for charging the batteries. The positions are arranged in a matrix. At each position, there is a track 3 and an alignment component. The track 3 is used to assist the entry and exit of the batteries in each position. The battery is in sliding or rolling cooperation with the track 3. The alignment component is used to guide and align the battery inserted into the position.

[0037] The alignment component includes a pair of oppositely arranged alignment guide plates 4 acting on both sides of the inserted battery. The alignment guide plates 4 are provided with guiding inclined surfaces 5, and the oppositely arranged guiding inclined surfaces 5 are in a horn-shaped structure. When the battery is inserted into the position from the entrance and exit of the position, in order to further ensure the accuracy of the battery's in-place position, alignment guide plates 4 are provided on the relative left and right side surfaces of each position. The acting surface of the alignment guide plate 4 on the battery is an inclined surface, and the two inclined surfaces are in a horn-shaped structure with the outer part being large and the inner part being small. As the battery is pushed into the position, the battery gradually centers and aligns, so that the battery terminal electrical connector 13 on the battery can be connected to the charging facility on the battery compartment body 1 to charge the battery and the battery terminal water connector 12 on the battery can be hermetically docked with the compartment terminal water connector on the battery compartment body to cool down the battery.

[0038] There are multiple balls 6 for supporting the battery on the track 3. The battery has rolling friction with the track 3, with small friction, and the battery enters and exits the position more smoothly, which is beneficial to the insertion of the battery in the corresponding position.

[0039] The multiple positions include charging positions 2 for charging the battery and storage positions 10 for temporarily storing the battery. The battery compartment body 1 is provided with multiple positions, and the functions of each position can be reasonably planned according to the actual charging position requirements. For example, charging positions 2 can be planned. In the charging positions 2, the battery can be charged and stored. In addition to the charging positions 2, some storage positions 10 can also be planned. In this way, while meeting the charging requirements, the number of charging facilities can be reduced, and the cost can be lowered. After the battery is fully charged in the charging position 2, it can be transferred to the storage position 10 for temporary storage.

[0040] The storage position 10 is arranged above the charging position 2. Considering that the charging position 2 needs to be equipped with charging facilities or cooling facilities, etc., which will involve lines and pipelines. If the charging position 2 is arranged on a high floor, not only will the length of the lines and pipelines be increased, but it will also be inconvenient to maintain the charging facilities and cooling facilities. In addition, the lines and pipelines at the rear of the battery compartment body 1 are not convenient to manage, which will cause the lines and pipelines at the rear of the battery compartment body 1 to be messy.

[0041] Of course, an electromagnet 11 for stably positioning the battery 15 can also be installed on the storage position 10 as needed, such as Figure 3 shown in the figure.

[0042] The charging compartment 2 is provided below the middle layer of the battery compartment body 1. The charging compartment 2 can be set on the bottom layer, i.e., the first layer or the second layer according to requirements. For example, all compartments on the first layer can be set as the charging compartment 2, and the middle part can be selected as the charging compartment 2 on the second layer. Of course, the full layer can also be selected according to the actual demand of the charging compartment 2, which can not only meet the charging demand, reduce the cost of each charging compartment 2, but also facilitate the subsequent maintenance of the charging compartment 2.

[0043] The charging mechanism includes a compartment end electrical connector 7, which is correspondingly arranged on the compartment for charging the battery. A battery end electrical connector 13 is provided on the battery 15. When the battery is charged, the battery end electrical connector 13 is inserted into the compartment end electrical connector 7. When the battery is placed in the charging compartment 2, the battery is charged through the electrical connection between the compartment end electrical connector 7 and the battery end electrical connector 13.

[0044] A cooling mechanism for cooling and dissipating heat from the battery is further provided on the battery compartment body 1. When the battery is charged, there will be a problem of increased battery temperature. The cooling mechanism can connect the cooling flow path inside the battery with the refrigerant, thereby dissipating heat from the battery and extending the service life of the battery.

[0045] The cooling mechanism includes a compartment end water connector 8. A flow path for cooling and dissipating heat is provided inside the battery. A heat dissipation interface communicating with the flow path is provided on the battery 15. A battery end water connector 12 is provided at the heat dissipation interface. The battery located in the compartment can be cooled and dissipated heat through the docking of the battery end water connector 12 and the compartment end water connector 8. When the battery is inserted into the compartment for charging, the battery end water connector 12 of the battery is adaptively docked with the compartment end water connector 8 on the corresponding compartment. The cooling flow path arranged inside the battery can be connected with the refrigerant such as coolant through the compartment end water connector 8 for dissipating heat from the battery and improving the service life of the battery.

[0046] An electromagnet 11 for positioning the battery is further provided on the compartment. A ferromagnetic structure 14 cooperating with the electromagnet is provided on the battery 15. The battery inserted into the compartment can be stably positioned through the attraction between the electromagnet and the ferromagnetic structure. The ferromagnetic structure on the battery can be an iron plate, a steel plate, etc. After the battery is inserted into the compartment, the electromagnet can adsorb with the ferromagnetic structure; when the battery needs to be taken out, the electromagnet is energized to demagnetize, and after demagnetization, the battery can be taken out of the compartment, which is convenient for the taking and placing of the battery in the battery compartment.

[0047] An end plate 9 is provided in the storage compartment, and a through hole for avoidance is provided on the end plate 9. The end plate 9 can be provided in the storage compartment to limit the inner end of the battery, further ensuring that the battery is stably in place in the insertion direction. The purpose of the battery entering the battery compartment is to charge the battery. The through hole on the end plate 9 can be reserved for the docking of the charging facility, and when the battery is charging, it is more preferable to cool the battery. The through hole on the end plate 9 can also be reserved for the docking of the cooling facility.

[0048] Each storage compartment on the battery compartment body 1 of the present utility model can be used as a charging compartment 2, as Figure 1 shown; of course, it can also be set to seven layers according to actual needs, with five storage compartments on each layer, a total of 35 storage compartments. The five storage compartments on the first layer and the two middle storage compartments on the second layer can be set as charging compartments 2, and the remaining storage compartments are storage compartments 10. The battery 15 to be charged can be inserted into the charging compartment 2. Under the action of the track 3 with balls 6 and a pair of alignment guide plates 4, as the battery enters, the battery is centered and aligned. When the inner end of the battery acts on the end plate 9, the battery is in place. The end electrical connector 7 on the storage compartment and the battery end electrical connector 13 on the battery can be inserted and matched to charge the battery. The end water connector 8 on the storage compartment and the battery end water connector 12 on the battery can be docked to connect the refrigerant to cool the battery. The charged battery can be pulled out and transferred to the storage position for storage and waiting for battery replacement. This battery compartment makes full use of the space in the height direction, has a small floor area, many storage compartments, can store multiple batteries, has a large storage capacity of batteries, is convenient and fast for the battery to enter and exit, and is accurately aligned. This battery compartment not only has the function of charging the battery but also can store the battery, and can meet the battery replacement needs of new energy vehicles.

[0049] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station, characterized in that: The invention comprises a battery compartment body (1), wherein the battery compartment body (1) is provided with a plurality of compartments for inserting batteries and a charging mechanism for charging the batteries, wherein the compartments are arranged in a matrix, and each of the compartments is provided with a track (3) and an alignment component, wherein the track (3) is used to assist the entry and exit of a battery (15) in each compartment, wherein the battery (15) and the track (3) are in sliding or rolling cooperation, and wherein the alignment component is used to guide and align the battery (15) inserted into the compartment.

2. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alignment component comprises a pair of relatively arranged alignment guide plates (4) acting on two sides of the inserted battery (15), the alignment guide plates (4) being provided with guide inclined surfaces (5), and the relatively arranged guide inclined surfaces (5) being in a trumpet-shaped structure.

3. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The track (3) is provided with a plurality of rolling balls (6) for supporting batteries.

4. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: The plurality of storage spaces include a charging space (2) for charging batteries and a storage space (10) for temporarily storing batteries.

5. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 4, characterized in that: The storage position (10) is arranged above the charging position (2).

6. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 4, characterized in that: The charging position (2) is arranged below the middle layer of the battery compartment body (1).

7. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: The charging mechanism comprises a compartment end electrical connector (7), the compartment end electrical connector (7) being arranged correspondingly on a compartment position for charging a battery, and the battery (15) is provided with a battery end electrical connector (13) which can be plugged into and matched with the compartment end electrical connector (7).

8. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 7, characterized in that: The battery compartment body (1) is also provided with a cooling mechanism for cooling and dissipating heat for the battery (15); the cooling mechanism comprises a compartment end water connector (8); a flow channel for cooling and dissipating heat is provided in the battery (15); a heat dissipation interface connected to the flow channel is provided on the battery (15); a battery end water connector (12) is provided at the heat dissipation interface; the battery (15) located in the compartment can be cooled and dissipated by docking the battery end water connector with the compartment end water connector (8).

9. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: The storage position is also provided with an electromagnet (11) for positioning the battery, and the battery (15) is provided with a ferromagnetic structure (14) that matches the electromagnet.

10. The battery compartment for a new energy vehicle battery swap station according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: An end plate (9) is provided in the bin, and a through hole for avoiding is provided on the end plate (9).

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