Cabin and hydrogen energy vehicle

By installing the hydrogen fuel cell system in modules in the cabin of a hydrogen vehicle and integrating it under the seat cushion, the battery problem and space layout difficulties are solved, and a miniaturized and cost-reduced hydrogen fuel cell vehicle design is achieved.

CN223370621UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-23YOUON CHANGZHOU HYDROGEN POWER TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423052437.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-11
Publication Date
2025-09-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-11

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Technical Problem

Existing electric vehicle batteries have problems such as slow charging, difficulty in charging, life reduction, safety hazards and environmental pollution. In addition, it is difficult to arrange the powertrain of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in a limited space, resulting in increased size and cost.

Method used

A cabin and hydrogen vehicle are designed, in which the hydrogen fuel cell system is divided into a hydrogen storage device module, a stack module, and a control module, which are installed in the cabin respectively. The hydrogen fuel cell system is integrated under the seat cushion, and the layout of the battery and motor is combined to optimize space utilization.

Benefits of technology

Properly arranging the power source in a limited space can reduce the size of the vehicle, lower production costs, and facilitate maintenance.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of hydrogen fuel cell technology application, and particularly relates to a cabin and a hydrogen energy vehicle. The cabin comprises a cabin body, wherein a hydrogen fuel cell system is mounted in the cabin body; the cabin cover is used for covering the cabin body; wherein the hydrogen fuel cell system comprises a hydrogen storage device module, an electric pile module and a control module which are sequentially arranged in the cabin body from back to front. According to the cabin and the hydrogen energy vehicle, the hydrogen fuel cell system is installed in the cabin below the seat cushion, a power supply source is properly arranged in a limited space, the size of the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, especially a motorcycle body, is reduced as much as possible, and the production and manufacturing cost is reduced. Meanwhile, the hydrogen fuel cell system is installed below the seat cushion, and maintenance is convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the field of hydrogen fuel cell technology application, and specifically relates to a cockpit and a hydrogen energy vehicle. Background Art

[0002] Currently, electric vehicles on the market primarily rely on lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries for power storage. Both suffer from slow charging, difficulty charging, and reduced lifespan. Lithium-ion batteries also present certain safety risks and are expensive to replace. The initial and subsequent pollution from lead-acid and lithium batteries is also a long-term environmental issue. Hydrogen fuel cells, on the other hand, offer zero pollution, high energy density, and quick startup in low-temperature environments compared to batteries. However, their more complex powertrains, combined with the limited space available on two-wheeled vehicles, make it difficult to properly arrange the powertrain within this limited space. Consequently, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, especially motorcycles, require significantly larger bodies, increasing manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a cockpit and a hydrogen vehicle to solve the above technical problems.

[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the first aspect of the present invention provides a cockpit, comprising:

[0005] A cabin, the interior of which is used to install a hydrogen fuel cell system;

[0006] A hatch cover is used to cover the cabin; wherein

[0007] The hydrogen fuel cell system includes a hydrogen storage device module, a fuel cell stack module and a control module which are sequentially arranged in the cabin from back to front.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present application, a front end surface of the cabin body is provided with a plurality of first ventilation holes; a rear end surface of the cabin body is provided with a plurality of second ventilation holes.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present application, the hydrogen storage device module includes: a plurality of hydrogen storage bottles;

[0010] The bottom of the rear end of the cabin is provided with a plurality of hydrogen storage bottle fixing positions for fixing the lower ends of the hydrogen storage bottles;

[0011] The rear end of the hatch is provided with a plurality of slots for clamping and fixing the upper end of the hydrogen storage bottle.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present application, the hydrogen storage device module further includes a confluence valve and a pressure reducing valve connected to the hydrogen storage bottle;

[0013] A first mounting bracket is provided in the cabin at the front side of the hydrogen storage bottle fixing position for fixing the confluence valve and the pressure reducing valve.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present application, the stack module includes a fuel cell stack;

[0015] A fuel cell stack mounting bracket is provided in the middle of the cabin body for mounting the fuel cell stack above the middle of the cabin body.

[0016] In one embodiment of the present application, the stack module further includes an intake pressure sensor, an intake switch valve, and an exhaust and drain switch valve disposed below the fuel cell stack;

[0017] An air intake pressure sensor mounting hole, an air intake switch valve mounting hole, an exhaust and drainage switch valve mounting hole and a drainage hole are provided in the middle of the bottom of the cabin body.

[0018] In one embodiment of the present application, a heat dissipation module for blowing air toward the hydrogen storage bottle is provided between the hydrogen storage device module and the fuel cell stack module.

[0019] In one embodiment of the present application, the middle portion of the hatch is arched upward to form a stack accommodation groove for accommodating the upper end of the fuel cell stack.

[0020] In one embodiment of the present application, the control module includes: a controller, a boost DCDC and a buck DCDC;

[0021] The front part of the cabin is provided with a controller mounting plate, a boost DCDC mounting plate and a buck DCDC mounting plate.

[0022] Accordingly, the second aspect of the present invention provides a hydrogen vehicle, comprising: a hydrogen fuel cell system, a battery, and a motor; the hydrogen fuel cell system is arranged in the cabin as described above;

[0023] The battery is arranged under the pedal;

[0024] The electric motor is integrated into the hub of the rear wheel.

[0025] The beneficial effects of the present invention are that, by installing the hydrogen fuel cell system in the cabin below the seat cushion, the cabin and hydrogen vehicle of the present invention effectively arrange the power source within a limited space, minimizing the volume of the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, particularly the motorcycle, and reducing manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the hydrogen fuel cell system is installed below the seat cushion, making it easy to access and maintain.

[0026] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be described in the following description, and in part will become apparent from the description, or understood by practicing the present invention. The purpose and other advantages of the present invention are realized and obtained by the structures particularly pointed out in the description and the drawings.

[0027] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, preferred embodiments are given below and described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0029] Figure 1 It is a perspective view of the hydrogen fuel cell system in the cabin of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the cockpit of the present invention from a top-down perspective;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the cockpit of the present invention from an upward perspective;

[0032] Figure 4 It is a side view of the cockpit of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Cross-sectional view along the AA axis;

[0034] Figure 6 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the cabin of the present utility model;

[0035] Figure 7 It is a top view of the cabin of the present utility model;

[0036] Figure 8 It is a top view of the cockpit of the present utility model;

[0037] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Cross-sectional view along the BB direction;

[0038] Figure 10 yes Figure 8 Cross-sectional view in CC direction;

[0039] Figure 11 This is a diagram of the powertrain module of the hydrogen energy vehicle of the present invention.

[0040] In the picture:

[0041] Cabin 1, first ventilation hole 11, second ventilation hole 12, hydrogen storage bottle fixing position 13, baffle 131, arc-shaped step 132, first mounting bracket 14, fuel cell stack mounting bracket 15, intake pressure sensor mounting hole 161, intake switch valve mounting hole 162, exhaust and drain switch valve mounting hole 163, drain hole 164, controller mounting plate 171, boost DCDC mounting plate 172, step-down DCDC mounting plate 173;

[0042] Hatch cover 2, card slot 21, battery stack receiving slot 22;

[0043] Hydrogen storage bottle 31, confluence valve 32, pressure reducing valve 33;

[0044] Fuel cell stack 41, intake pressure sensor 42, intake on / off valve 43, exhaust / drain on / off valve 44, heat dissipation module 45;

[0045] Controller 51 , boost DC / DC converter 52 , and buck DC / DC converter 53 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0046] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0047] See also Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3 In one embodiment, the cabin includes: a cabin body 1, the interior of which is used to install a hydrogen fuel cell system; a cabin cover 2, used to cover the cabin body 1; wherein the hydrogen fuel cell system includes a hydrogen storage device module, a fuel cell stack module and a control module arranged in the cabin body 1 from back to front.

[0048] Specifically, the hydrogen storage device module may include: several hydrogen storage bottles 31, and a confluence valve 32 and a pressure reducing valve 33 connected to the hydrogen storage bottles 31; the stack module may include a fuel cell stack 41, and an intake pressure sensor 42, an intake switch valve 43 and an exhaust and drain switch valve 44 arranged below the fuel cell stack 41; the control module may include a controller 51, a boost DCDC 52 and a step-down DCDC 53.

[0049] Optionally, the front end face of the cabin body 1 is provided with a plurality of first ventilation holes 11 to facilitate the entry of air into the cabin body 1; the rear end face of the cabin body 1 is provided with a plurality of second ventilation holes 12 to facilitate heat dissipation; the cabin cover 2 can be movably snapped onto the upper end opening of the cabin body 1, which can play a role in waterproofing, dustproofing and fixing.

[0050] For further information, see Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 and Figure 7 As an optional installation method for the hydrogen storage device module, the bottom of the rear end of the cabin body 1 is provided with several hydrogen storage bottle fixing positions 13 for fixing the lower end of the hydrogen storage bottle 31; the rear end of the cabin cover 2 is provided with several card slots 21 for clamping and fixing the upper end of the hydrogen storage bottle 31.

[0051] Optionally, the hydrogen storage bottle fixing position 13 may include a baffle 131 and an arc-shaped step 132 to cooperate with fixing the lower end of the hydrogen storage bottle 31; the slot 21 may be an arc-shaped slot, which can clamp the upper end of the hydrogen storage bottle 31.

[0052] Furthermore, the hydrogen storage device module also includes a first mounting bracket 14 provided in front of the hydrogen storage bottle fixing position 13 in the cabin 1 for fixing the confluence valve 32 and the pressure reducing valve 33 .

[0053] Optionally, a bottle valve may be provided at the upper end of the hydrogen storage bottle 31. The hydrogen storage bottle 31 is connected to the air inlet of the fuel cell stack 41 via the bottle valve, the confluence valve 32, the pressure reducing valve 33, the air intake pressure sensor 42, the air intake switch valve 43 and the air pipe.

[0054] See also Figure 1 、 Figure 6 and Figure 7 As an optional installation method for the fuel cell module, a fuel cell mounting bracket 15 is provided in the middle of the cabin 1 for mounting the fuel cell stack 41 above the middle of the cabin 1. The middle of the hatch 2 arches upward to form a fuel cell receiving slot 22 for accommodating the upper end of the fuel cell stack 41. The hatch 2 features a stack clearance design to facilitate stack installation and fixation. The fuel cell stack 41 is located in the upper half of the cabin 1, facilitating later disassembly and repair.

[0055] Further, participate Figure 10 A heat dissipation module 45 is provided between the hydrogen storage device module and the fuel cell stack module to blow air toward the hydrogen storage bottle 31 , so as to heat the hydrogen storage bottle 31 by utilizing the residual heat from the fuel cell stack.

[0056] For further information, see Figure 1 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 7The center portion of the cabin bottom of the cabin 1 is provided with an intake pressure sensor mounting hole 161, an intake on / off valve mounting hole 162, an exhaust / drain on / off valve mounting hole 163, and a drain hole 164. The intake pressure sensor 42, intake on / off valve 43, and exhaust / drain on / off valve 44 are installed below the fuel cell stack 41 through their corresponding mounting holes, effectively utilizing the space within the cabin 1.

[0057] See also Figure 6 、 Figure 7 and Figure 9 In order to facilitate the installation of the control module, the front of the cabin 1 is provided with a controller mounting plate 171, a boost DCDC mounting plate 172 and a buck DCDC mounting plate 173.

[0058] Based on the above embodiments, an embodiment of the present application also provides a hydrogen vehicle, comprising: a hydrogen fuel cell system, a battery and a motor; the hydrogen fuel cell system is arranged in the cabin as described above; the battery is arranged under the pedals; and the motor is integrated in the hub of the rear wheel.

[0059] Optionally, the hydrogen vehicle can be powered directly by a hydrogen fuel cell system (when this solution is adopted, the battery provides the starting power), or it can be powered by a battery, with the hydrogen fuel cell system replenishing the battery.

[0060] Preferably, see Figure 11 The hydrogen storage device module supplies hydrogen to the fuel cell stack module. The fuel cell stack uses hydrogen and oxygen in the external air to generate electricity. The generated electricity is boosted by the boost DC / DC and then used to power the vehicle motor and charge the battery. At the same time, the boost DC / DC is also electrically connected to the buck DC / DC, which is stepped down by the buck DC / DC to power the controller and other valves and fans.

[0061] The controller is electrically connected to the hydrogen storage device module, fuel cell module, boost DC / DC, buck DC / DC, battery and motor respectively. According to the system working conditions and power requirements, it controls the opening and closing of each valve through a preset control algorithm.

[0062] In summary, the cabin and hydrogen-powered vehicle of the present invention, by installing the hydrogen fuel cell system in the cabin beneath the seat, conveniently arranges the power source within a limited space, minimizing the volume of the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, particularly the motorcycle itself, and reducing manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the hydrogen fuel cell system is installed beneath the seat, making it easily accessible for maintenance.

[0063] The various devices selected in this application (components whose specific structures are not described) are all universal standard parts or components known to those skilled in the art, and their structures and principles can be known to those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0064] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0065] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0066] Based on the above-mentioned ideal embodiment of the present invention, and in accordance with the above description, relevant personnel can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical scope of the present invention. The technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the content of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cockpit, characterized in that: include: A cabin (1) having a hydrogen fuel cell system installed therein; The hatch cover (2) is used to cover the cabin body (1); wherein The hydrogen fuel cell system comprises a hydrogen storage device module, a fuel cell stack module and a control module which are sequentially arranged in the cabin (1) from the back to the front.

2. The cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end surface of the cabin body (1) is provided with a plurality of first ventilation holes (11); the rear end surface of the cabin body (1) is provided with a plurality of second ventilation holes (12).

3. The cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hydrogen storage device module comprises: a plurality of hydrogen storage bottles (31); The bottom of the rear end of the cabin (1) is provided with a plurality of hydrogen storage bottle fixing positions (13) for fixing the lower ends of the hydrogen storage bottles (31); The rear end of the hatch (2) is provided with a plurality of clamping grooves (21) for clamping and fixing the upper end of the hydrogen storage bottle (31).

4. The cockpit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The hydrogen storage device module further includes a confluence valve (32) and a pressure reducing valve (33) connected to the hydrogen storage bottle (31); A first mounting bracket (14) is provided in the cabin (1) at the front side of the hydrogen storage bottle fixing position (13), and is used to fix the confluence valve (32) and the pressure reducing valve (33).

5. The cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stack module includes a fuel cell stack (41); A fuel cell stack mounting bracket (15) is provided in the middle of the cabin (1) for mounting the fuel cell stack (41) above the middle of the cabin (1).

6. The cockpit according to claim 5, characterized in that: The stack module further includes an intake pressure sensor (42), an intake switch valve (43), and an exhaust and drain switch valve (44) arranged below the fuel cell stack (41); An intake pressure sensor mounting hole (161), an intake switch valve mounting hole (162), an exhaust and drainage switch valve mounting hole (163), and a drainage hole (164) are provided in the middle of the bottom of the cabin body (1).

7. The cockpit according to claim 5, characterized in that: A heat dissipation module (45) for blowing air toward the hydrogen storage bottle (31) is provided between the hydrogen storage device module and the battery stack module.

8. The cockpit according to claim 5, characterized in that: The middle portion of the hatch cover (2) arches upward to form a fuel cell stack accommodating groove (22) for accommodating the upper end of the fuel cell stack (41).

9. The cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control module includes: a controller (51), a boost DCDC (52) and a buck DCDC (53); The front portion of the cabin (1) is provided with a controller mounting plate (171), a boost DCDC mounting plate (172), and a buck DCDC mounting plate (173).

10. A hydrogen vehicle, characterized in that: include: hydrogen fuel cell systems, batteries, and electric motors; The hydrogen fuel cell system is provided in the cabin according to any one of claims 1 to 9; The battery is arranged under the pedal; The electric motor is integrated into the hub of the rear wheel.