CTR container

Abstract

The utility model discloses a CTR container which comprises a battery cluster, the battery cluster comprises a base and a plurality of battery cells, the plurality of battery cells are stacked on the base, the base comprises a first cross beam, and a first longitudinal beam is connected in a first cross beam support; a containing cavity is formed in the box body, the battery clusters are arranged in the containing cavity, the box body comprises a plurality of second cross beams, the second cross beams are arranged at intervals in the length direction of the box body, and the first cross beams and the second cross beams are connected in the vertical direction. According to the CTR container disclosed by the embodiment of the utility model, the base of the battery cluster is directly connected with the container body, so that the overall bending strength of the CTR container is improved, the number of structural components of the CTR container is reduced, the production cost is reduced, the welding workload of the CTR container is reduced, and the stress deformation caused by welding is reduced; and the production efficiency of the CTR container is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of battery manufacturing, in particular to a CTR container. Background Art

[0002] Relevant technologies point out that currently, container energy storage generally uses standard plug-in battery modules or battery packs to connect and fix groups inside the container through battery module or battery pack brackets to form a battery cluster. Each battery pack is connected in series and boosted through a wiring harness. A single battery pack generally includes: two end plates, two side plates, upper and lower covers, a battery pack, a bus, a bus bracket, a power output terminal, an electrical collection assembly component, a liquid cooling plate and a shell.

[0003] When battery packs are combined into battery clusters, the individual battery packs cannot be stacked directly but need to be supported by battery brackets and fixed with bolts. The brackets are connected to the container by welding. When the packs are combined into battery clusters, there are many overlapping functions of the components. At the same time, due to the low strength of the battery pack shell, direct stacking is not possible. The use of battery brackets results in reduced space utilization, lower energy storage density, and higher production costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention provides a CTR container with high overall bending strength and low production cost.

[0005] According to the CTR container of the present invention, it includes: a battery cluster, which includes a base and multiple battery cells, and the multiple battery cells are stacked on the base, and the base includes first cross beams, and first longitudinal beams are connected between the first cross beams; a box body, a accommodating cavity is formed in the box body, and the battery cluster is arranged in the accommodating cavity, and the box body includes multiple second cross beams, and the multiple second cross beams are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the box body, and the first cross beams are connected to the second cross beams in the vertical direction.

[0006] According to the CTR container of the present invention, through the comprehensive design of the box body and the battery cluster, multiple battery cells are directly stacked into a battery cluster, and the length of the battery cluster is fully utilized to match the width of the container, so that the base of the battery cluster is directly connected to the box body, thereby improving the overall bending strength of the CTR container, reducing the number of structural components of the CTR container, reducing production costs, reducing the welding workload of the CTR container, reducing stress deformation caused by welding, and improving the production efficiency of the CTR container.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam are fixedly connected by a mortise and tenon structure.

[0008] In some embodiments, a first fixing hole is formed on the first longitudinal beam, the box body includes a second longitudinal beam, a second fixing hole is formed on the second longitudinal beam, the base and the box body are fixedly connected by fasteners passing through the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole, and a shipping port is formed on the first longitudinal beam for accommodating the fork tines of a forklift.

[0009] In some embodiments, a limiting plate is provided on the top of the battery cluster, and in the length direction of the limiting plate, the width of the limiting plate gradually decreases from the middle toward both ends.

[0010] In some embodiments, the battery cluster includes multiple battery clusters, and the multiple battery clusters are arranged along the width direction of the battery cluster. Each battery cluster includes multiple cold plates, end plates, electrical components, BMUs and liquid cooling pipes, and the electrical components, BMUs and the liquid cooling pipes are all located on the same side of the battery cluster.

[0011] In some embodiments, a connecting piece is provided between every two adjacent battery clusters, and the connecting piece is located on the upper portion of the battery cluster.

[0012] In some embodiments, a control junction cabinet is provided at one end of the accommodating cavity, and a PDU is provided at the other end of the accommodating cavity. The PDUs include a plurality of PDUs, and the plurality of PDUs are provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of battery clusters.

[0013] In some embodiments, the CTR container further includes: a fire protection system, which includes a smoke sensor, a temperature sensor, a combustible and harmful gas detector, and a fire protection tank, which is disposed at the other end of the accommodating cavity and spaced apart from the PDU.

[0014] In some embodiments, the CTR container further includes: a water machine, which is arranged outside the accommodating cavity and located at one end of the box body.

[0015] In some embodiments, the accommodating cavity includes a first cavity and a second cavity arranged at intervals, a plurality of the battery clusters are arranged in the first cavity, and the control combiner cabinet and the PDU are both arranged in the second cavity.

[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description and will become apparent from the following description or learned through practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a CTR container according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 yes Figure 1Schematic diagram of another perspective of the CTR container shown in;

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a CTR container from another perspective shown in FIG;

[0020] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a CTR container from another perspective shown in FIG;

[0021] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 The assembly diagram of the CTR container shown in FIG;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the base and the box shown in ;

[0023] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 The local enlarged schematic diagram shown in;

[0024] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the battery cluster shown in;

[0025] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Exploded schematic diagram of the battery cluster shown in;

[0026] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the base shown in ;

[0027] Figure 11 yes Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the limiting plate of the battery cluster shown in;

[0028] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the battery cluster assembly shown in .

[0029] Reference numerals:

[0030] 100. CTR container; 1. Battery cluster; 11. Base; 111. First crossbeam; 112. First longitudinal beam; 1121. First fixing hole; 1122. Shipping port; 12. Battery cell; 13. Limit plate; 14. Slide; 2. Box; 21. Second crossbeam; 22. Second longitudinal beam; 23. Slide rail; 24. First cavity; 25. Second cavity; 3. Connecting piece; 4. Control cabinet; 5. PDU; 6. Fire protection system; 7. Water generator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present invention, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0032] Reference below Figure 1 and Figure 2 A CTR container 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, a CTR container 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a battery cluster 1 and a box body 2 .

[0034] Specifically, the battery cluster 1 includes a base 11 and multiple battery cells 12, which are stacked on the base 11. The base 11 includes first crossbeams 111, with first longitudinal beams 112 connecting the first crossbeams 111. The container 2 defines a receiving cavity, within which the battery cluster 1 is located. The container 2 includes multiple second crossbeams 21, which are spaced apart along the length of the container 2. The first crossbeams 111 and the second crossbeams 21 are vertically connected. As a result, the CTR container 100 has an ingenious structural design and low production costs.

[0035] According to the CTR container 100 of the embodiment of the present invention, through the integrated design of the box body 2 and the battery cluster 1, multiple battery cells 12 are directly stacked to form the battery cluster 1. The length of the battery cluster 1 and the width of the container are fully utilized to achieve direct connection between the base 11 of the battery cluster 1 and the box body 2. This improves the overall bending strength of the CTR container 100, reduces the number of structural components of the CTR container 100, reduces production costs, reduces the welding workload of the CTR container 100, reduces stress and deformation caused by welding, and improves the production efficiency of the CTR container 100.

[0036] In some embodiments of the present invention, the first crossbeam 111 and the second crossbeam 21 are fixedly connected by a mortise and tenon structure, thereby eliminating the need for additional fasteners such as nails or screws, and providing a stable and durable connection.

[0037] In some embodiments of the present invention, a first fixing hole 1121 is formed on the first longitudinal beam 112, and the box body 2 includes a second longitudinal beam 22, and a second fixing hole is formed on the second longitudinal beam 22. The base 11 and the box body 2 are fixedly connected by fasteners passing through the first fixing hole 1121 and the second fixing hole, ensuring that a solid whole is formed between the base 11 and the box body 2. This not only provides sufficient strength to support the battery cluster 1 and its weight, but also facilitates disassembly and maintenance, thereby ensuring the stability and safety of the CTR container 100. A shipping port 1122 is formed on the first longitudinal beam 112 for accommodating the tines of a forklift, thereby improving its convenience during actual transportation and loading and unloading and increasing its flexibility of use.

[0038] In some embodiments of the present invention, as shown in the figure, a limiting plate 13 is provided on the top of the battery cluster 1. Along its length, the width of the limiting plate 13 gradually decreases from the center toward the ends. This provides guidance for the battery cluster 1 as it enters the container and helps shape the battery cluster 1. It also prevents tipping and provides a fixed position, thereby improving the overall stability of the CTR container 100.

[0039] In some embodiments of the present invention, as shown in the figure, multiple battery clusters 1 are arranged along the width of the battery cluster 1. Each battery cluster 1 includes multiple cold plates, end plates, electrical components, a battery management unit (BMU), and liquid cooling pipes. The electrical components, BMU, and liquid cooling pipes are all located on the same side of the battery cluster 1. This facilitates maintenance and ensures efficient operation and long-term reliability of the battery clusters 1 in the CTR container 100.

[0040] Furthermore, as shown in the figure, a connecting piece 3 is provided between each two adjacent battery clusters 1, and the connecting piece 3 is located on the upper part of the battery cluster 1. This not only enhances the stability and safety of the battery cluster 1, but also improves the overall bending strength of the container.

[0041] In some embodiments of the present invention, a control combiner cabinet 4 is provided at one end of the storage chamber, and a PDU 5 is provided at the other end. Multiple PDUs 5 are provided, each corresponding to a plurality of battery clusters 1. This enables independent monitoring and management of each battery cluster 1, improving the flexibility and reliability of the CTR container 100. Furthermore, problematic battery clusters 1 can be quickly located and isolated using the corresponding PDU 5 without affecting the normal operation of other battery clusters 1. This not only provides an efficient and reliable power management and distribution mechanism, but also enhances the maintainability and scalability of the CTR container 100. The control combiner cabinet 4 and PDU 5 together form a powerful power management system, ensuring the stable operation and long-term performance of the CTR container 100.

[0042] In some embodiments of the present invention, the CTR container 100 further includes a fire protection system 6, which includes a smoke sensor, a temperature sensor, a combustible and hazardous gas detector, and a fire extinguisher. The fire extinguisher is located at the other end of the storage chamber and spaced apart from the PDU 5. Thus, the fire extinguisher is located at one end of the storage chamber, away from the PDU 5 and other electrical equipment. This reduces the impact of the fire extinguishing agent on the electrical equipment while ensuring that the fire extinguishing agent effectively covers the entire storage chamber.

[0043] Furthermore, the lower part of the fire fighting tank is a water inlet pipe of the fire fighting pipe, and the fire fighting riser extends from the corner to the top and is connected with the nozzle pipe.

[0044] In some embodiments of the present invention, the CTR container 100 further includes a water generator 7, which is located outside the receiving cavity and at one end of the container 2. Placing the water generator 7 outside the receiving cavity effectively utilizes the space outside the container 2, avoiding occupying the internal space of the container 2. The location of the water generator 7 at one end of the container 2 facilitates connection to the internal cooling pipes and facilitates maintenance and repair. The water generator 7 maintains a certain distance from the PDU 5 and other electrical equipment, reducing potential electrical interference and safety risks.

[0045] In some embodiments of the present invention, the storage chamber includes a first chamber 24 and a second chamber 25 arranged at intervals. Multiple battery clusters 1 are located in the first chamber 24, and the control combiner cabinet 4 and PDU 5 are both located in the second chamber 25. It is understood that separating the battery clusters 1 from the control and power distribution equipment can reduce the risk of electrical failure or fire spreading. Technicians can perform maintenance and repairs on the control combiner cabinet 4 and PDU 5 without disturbing the battery clusters 1. The heat generated by the battery clusters 1 will not directly affect sensitive electronic equipment, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the overall system and facilitating expansion and upgrades, such as adding more battery clusters 1 or replacing control equipment. Through reasonable space division, the space inside the container can be more efficiently utilized.

[0046] Furthermore, the busbar cables, liquid cooling main pipelines and fire protection pipelines of the battery cluster 1 are designed to be arranged at the top of the first cavity 24, maintaining the concealed design of the energy storage cables and pipelines of the CTR container 100, improving the visual effect of the product and reducing interference between lines and pipelines during maintenance.

[0047] Preferably, the base 11 of the battery cluster 1 is a steel frame structure.

[0048] In some embodiments, a slide rail 23 is formed on one of the bottom of the box body 2 and the base 11, and a slide groove 14 is formed on the other of the bottom of the box body 2 and the base 11. The box body 2 and the base 11 slide relative to each other through the slide rail 23 and the slide groove 14. This reduces the difficulty of assembling the CTR container 100 and improves production efficiency.

[0049] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation to the present invention.

[0050] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0051] In this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection, or communication; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0052] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.

[0053] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and purpose of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A CTR container, characterized in that: include: A battery cluster, the battery cluster comprising a base and a plurality of battery cells, the plurality of battery cells being stacked on the base, the base comprising first crossbeams, and first longitudinal beams connecting the first crossbeams; A box body is formed with a receiving cavity, the battery cluster is arranged in the receiving cavity, the box body includes a plurality of second beams, the plurality of second beams are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the box body, and the first beams are connected to the second beams in the up and down direction.

2. The CTR container according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first crossbeam and the second crossbeam are fixedly connected via a mortise and tenon structure.

3. The CTR container according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first fixing hole is formed on the first longitudinal beam, the box body includes a second longitudinal beam, and a second fixing hole is formed on the second longitudinal beam. The base and the box body are fixedly connected by fasteners passing through the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole. A shipping port is formed on the first longitudinal beam for accommodating the fork tines of a forklift.

4. The CTR container according to claim 3, characterized in that: A limiting plate is provided on the top of the battery cluster. In the length direction of the limiting plate, the width of the limiting plate gradually decreases from the middle toward both ends.

5. The CTR container according to claim 4, characterized in that: The battery cluster includes multiple battery clusters, which are arranged along the width direction of the battery cluster. Each battery cluster includes multiple cold plates, end plates, electrical components, BMUs and liquid cooling pipes. The electrical components, BMUs and liquid cooling pipes are all located on the same side of the battery cluster.

6. The CTR container according to claim 5, characterized in that: A connecting piece is provided between every two adjacent battery clusters, and the connecting piece is located on the upper part of the battery cluster.

7. The CTR container according to claim 5, characterized in that: A control combiner cabinet is provided at one end of the accommodating cavity, and a PDU is provided at the other end of the accommodating cavity. The PDUs include a plurality of PDUs, and the plurality of PDUs are provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of battery clusters.

8. The CTR container according to claim 7, characterized in that: Also includes: A fire protection system includes a smoke sensor, a temperature sensor, a combustible and harmful gas detector, and a fire protection tank. The fire protection tank is arranged at the other end of the accommodating cavity and is spaced apart from the PDU.

9. The CTR container according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: Also includes: A water machine is arranged outside the accommodating cavity and located at one end of the box body.

10. The CTR container according to claim 7, characterized in that: The accommodating cavity includes a first cavity and a second cavity that are spaced apart. The plurality of battery clusters are disposed in the first cavity, and the control combiner cabinet and the PDU are both disposed in the second cavity.

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