Thermal management system and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a thermal management system and a vehicle, and the thermal management system comprises a heat dissipation flow path which is internally provided with a radiator; a cooling module is arranged in the cooling flow path, and the cooling module comprises a water-cooling intercooler; the temperature control valve is used for selectively connecting the heat dissipation flow path into the cooling flow path in series; and the expansion kettle is used for supplementing water and / or exhausting air to the cooling flow path. According to the thermal management system provided by the embodiment of the utility model, the on-off between the heat dissipation flow path and the cooling flow path can be controlled by arranging the temperature control valve, so that other parts on the vehicle can be quickly cooled at high temperature, and the reliable operation of the other parts is ensured; the possibility that the engine is self-extinguished due to condensate water generated by the water-cooling intercooler in the engine warming-up process is reduced at the low temperature, the engine warming-up duration can be shortened, water supplementing and exhausting can be conducted on a cooling flow path through the expansion kettle, the cooling effect on all parts on a vehicle is guaranteed, and the degassing requirement of a heat management system can be met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle manufacturing technology, and in particular to a thermal management system and a vehicle having the thermal management system. Background Technology

[0002] As vehicle manufacturers iterate their technology and strive to achieve more functions, the design of thermal management systems has become increasingly complex. However, complex thermal management systems can affect system degassing to some extent. Furthermore, when the ambient temperature is low, the engine's GER (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system is activated after the vehicle is started, causing the intake air temperature to rise sharply. When the hot and humid air passes through the water-cooled intercooler for heat exchange, condensation is easily generated on the surface of the water-cooled intercooler. If this condensation enters the engine, it can cause the engine to stall. There is room for improvement in this regard. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a thermal management system that can rapidly cool other components of a vehicle at high temperatures to ensure their reliable operation, reduce the possibility of engine self-extinguishing due to condensation in the water-cooled intercooler during engine warm-up at low temperatures, shorten engine warm-up time, ensure effective cooling of all vehicle components, and meet the degassing requirements of the thermal management system.

[0004] A thermal management system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a heat dissipation flow path, wherein a heat sink is provided in the heat dissipation flow path; a cooling flow path, wherein a cooling module is provided in the cooling flow path, wherein the cooling module includes a water-cooled intercooler; a temperature control valve, wherein the temperature control valve is used to selectively connect the heat dissipation flow path in series with the cooling flow path; and an expansion tank, wherein the expansion tank is used to replenish water and / or vent air from the cooling flow path.

[0005] According to the thermal management system of this utility model embodiment, the on / off state between the heat dissipation flow path and the cooling flow path can be controlled by setting a temperature control valve, so as to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle at high temperatures, ensure the reliable operation of other components, reduce the possibility of engine self-extinguishing due to condensation of water-cooled intercooler during engine warm-up at low temperatures, and shorten the engine warm-up time. In addition, by setting an expansion tank, water can be added and vented from the cooling flow path to ensure the cooling effect on various components on the vehicle and meet the degassing requirements of the thermal management system.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the thermal management system includes a temperature control valve with a first inlet, a second inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. The heat dissipation flow path is connected between the first inlet and the first outlet, and the cooling flow path is connected between the second inlet and the second outlet. In this case, the second inlet is connected to the second outlet, or the second inlet is connected to the first outlet and the first inlet is connected to the second outlet.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the thermal management system of the present invention, the cooling flow path includes a first branch and a second branch, the inlet end of the first branch and the inlet end of the second branch are both connected to the second outlet, and one of the first branch and the second branch is provided with the water-cooled intercooler; there are two second inlets, and the outlet end of the first branch and the outlet end of the second branch are respectively connected to the two second inlets.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the thermal management system includes a first power control module, an oil cooler, and / or the water-cooled intercooler disposed in the first branch; and / or, the cooling module includes a driving information and entertainment host, a high and low voltage charging system assembly, and / or a second power control module disposed in the second branch.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the thermal management system of the present invention, the cooling flow path further includes a three-way valve, the three-way valve having a first valve port, a second valve port and a third valve port, the first valve port being connected to the second outlet, the second valve port being connected to the inlet end of the first branch, and the third valve port being connected to the inlet end of the second branch.

[0010] The thermal management system according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes a water supply branch, and the temperature control valve is also provided with a third inlet, and the expansion tank is connected to the third inlet through the water supply branch.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in a thermal management system, the temperature control valve has two opposing sides, the third inlet, the first inlet and the first outlet are all located on one side, and the second inlet and the second outlet are both located on the other side.

[0012] The thermal management system according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes an exhaust branch, through which the expansion tank is connected to the water-cooled intercooler.

[0013] The thermal management system according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes a control module. The cooling flow path is also provided with a water pump and a temperature sensor. The control module is electrically connected to the water pump, the temperature sensor and the temperature control valve respectively. The control module is used to control the operation of the water pump and the temperature control valve according to the temperature of the temperature sensor.

[0014] This utility model also proposes a vehicle.

[0015] The vehicle according to the present invention is equipped with a thermal management system as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0016] The vehicle and the aforementioned thermal management system have the same advantages over the prior art, which will not be elaborated here.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 The principle of the thermal management system according to the embodiments of this utility model Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 The principle of the thermal management system according to the embodiments of this utility model Figure 2 .

[0021] Figure label:

[0022] Thermal Management System 100

[0023] Heat dissipation path 1, heat sink 11, fan 12,

[0024] Cooling flow path 2, cooling module 21, water-cooled intercooler 211, first power control module 212, oil cooler 213, driving information and entertainment host 214, high and low voltage charging system assembly 215, second power control module 216, first branch 22, inlet end 221 of the first branch, outlet end 222 of the first branch, second branch 23, inlet end 231 of the second branch, outlet end 232 of the second branch, three-way valve 24, first valve port 241, second valve port 242, third valve port 243, water pump 25, temperature sensor 26.

[0025] Temperature control valve 3, first inlet 31, second inlet 32, third inlet 33, first outlet 34, second outlet 35.

[0026] 4. Expansion tank, 5. Water supply branch, 6. Venting branch. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not 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 a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should 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 a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] The following is for reference. Figures 1-2 The thermal management system 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can control the opening and closing of the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 by setting a temperature control valve 3, so as to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle at high temperatures and ensure the reliable operation of other components. At low temperatures, it reduces the possibility of engine self-extinguishing due to condensation generated by the water-cooled intercooler 211 during engine warm-up and can shorten the engine warm-up time. In addition, by setting an expansion tank 4, water can be added to the cooling flow path 2 and venting can be performed to ensure the cooling effect on various components on the vehicle and meet the degassing requirements of the thermal management system 100.

[0031] like Figures 1-2As shown, a thermal management system 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a heat dissipation flow path 1, a cooling flow path 2, a temperature control valve 3, and an expansion tank 4.

[0032] A radiator 11 is provided in the heat dissipation flow path 1; a cooling module 21 is provided in the cooling flow path 2, and the cooling module 21 includes a water-cooled intercooler 211; a temperature control valve 3 is used to selectively connect the heat dissipation flow path 1 in series with the cooling flow path 2; and an expansion tank 4 is used to replenish water and / or vent air from the cooling flow path 2.

[0033] Specifically, the thermal management system 100 is used to control and regulate the heat generated by the vehicle during operation to ensure that all components can operate stably and efficiently. The thermal management system 100 is provided with a cooling flow path 2 and a heat dissipation flow path 1. Both the cooling flow path 2 and the heat dissipation flow path 1 allow coolant to flow inside them to exchange heat with other components on the vehicle during the flow. A cooling module 21 is provided in the cooling flow path 2. The cooling module 21 is used to allow the coolant to exchange heat with other components on the vehicle at this point to absorb the heat generated by other components during operation and ensure the reliable operation of other components. That is, the coolant can flow along the cooling flow path 2 to the cooling module 21 and absorb heat at the cooling module 21. A radiator 11 is provided in the heat dissipation flow path 1. The radiator 11 is used to allow the coolant to exchange heat with the outside air at this point to release heat. That is, the coolant can flow along the heat dissipation flow path 1 to the radiator 11 and release heat at the radiator 11.

[0034] The coolant can be water or the like, and the cooling module 21 includes a water-cooled intercooler 211. The water-cooled intercooler 211 is used to reduce the intake air temperature of the engine. The water-cooled intercooler 211 is placed in the cooling flow path 2 so that the coolant can flow along the cooling flow path 2 to the water-cooled intercooler 211, where it absorbs heat to reduce the intake air temperature of the engine and improves the reliability of the operation of the water-cooled intercooler 211.

[0035] Furthermore, the thermal management system 100 is also equipped with a temperature control valve 3. The temperature control valve 3 can control the on / off state between the various parts connected to it according to different temperatures. The temperature control valve 3 is used to selectively connect the heat dissipation flow path 1 in series with the cooling flow path 2. That is, both the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 are connected to the temperature control valve 3, so that the temperature control valve 3 can control the on / off state between the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 according to different temperatures. When the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 are connected in series, the coolant in the cooling flow path 2 can enter the heat dissipation flow path 1 to cool down the radiator 11, thereby achieving rapid cooling of other components on the vehicle. When the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 are disconnected, the coolant cannot enter the heat dissipation flow path 1 from the cooling flow path 2. At this time, the heat released by the coolant can be reduced, preventing the water-cooled intercooler 211 from producing condensate during the engine warm-up process, which would cause the engine to self-extinguish. It can also shorten the engine warm-up time and improve user satisfaction.

[0036] Furthermore, the temperature control valve 3 can control the connection and disconnection between the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 according to the different coolant temperatures in the cooling flow path 2. For example, when the coolant temperature in the cooling flow path 2 is higher than 35°C, the temperature control valve 3 can connect the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle and ensure the reliable operation of other components. When the coolant temperature in the cooling flow path 2 is lower than 35°C, the temperature control valve 3 can disconnect the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 to reduce the possibility of the engine self-extinguishing due to condensation generated in the water-cooled intercooler 211 during engine warm-up and to shorten the engine warm-up time.

[0037] Furthermore, the thermal management system 100 is also equipped with an expansion tank 4. The expansion tank 4 has a certain volume and can be used to store coolant. The expansion tank 4 can also play a role in gas-liquid separation to discharge gas in the thermal management system 100, so that the system pressure can be kept stable. Moreover, the expansion tank 4 is used to replenish water and / or vent gas in the cooling flow path 2. The expansion tank 4 can be connected to the cooling flow path 2 so that the coolant in the expansion tank 4 can enter the cooling flow path 2 to replenish water in the cooling flow path 2 when the coolant in the cooling flow path 2 is insufficient. Alternatively, the gas generated in the cooling flow path 2 can enter the expansion tank 4 to vent gas in the cooling flow path 2, so that the system pressure can be kept stable.

[0038] It should be noted that, in this application, the expansion tank 4 can replenish water and vent air from the cooling flow path 2, such as... Figures 1-2 As shown, the temperature control valve 3 is set between the expansion tank 4 and the cooling flow path 2. That is, the temperature control valve 3 can also be used to control the connection between the expansion tank 4 and the cooling flow path 2, so as to add coolant to the cooling flow path 2 when needed and to discharge the gas in the cooling flow path 2.

[0039] According to the thermal management system 100 of this utility model embodiment, the on / off state between the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 can be controlled by setting a temperature control valve 3, so as to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle at high temperatures, ensure the reliable operation of other components, reduce the possibility of engine self-extinguishing due to condensation generated by the water-cooled intercooler 211 during engine warm-up at low temperatures, and shorten the engine warm-up time. In addition, by setting an expansion tank 4, water can be added to the cooling flow path 2 and air can be vented, so as to ensure the cooling effect on various components on the vehicle and meet the degassing requirements of the thermal management system 100.

[0040] In some embodiments, the temperature control valve 3 is provided with a first inlet 31, a second inlet 32, a first outlet 34 and a second outlet 35, a heat dissipation flow path 1 is connected between the first inlet 31 and the first outlet 34, and a cooling flow path 2 is connected between the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35; wherein, the second inlet 32 ​​is connected to the second outlet 35, or the second inlet 32 ​​is connected to the first outlet 34 and the first inlet 31 is connected to the second outlet 35.

[0041] Specifically, the temperature control valve 3 can be used to control the on / off connection between the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2. Connecting the heat dissipation flow path 1 between the first inlet 31 and the first outlet 34 connects both ends of the heat dissipation flow path 1 to the temperature control valve 3, allowing the coolant to flow along the heat dissipation flow path 1 between the radiator 11 and the temperature control valve 3. Connecting the cooling flow path 2 between the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35 connects both ends of the cooling flow path 2 to the temperature control valve 3, allowing the coolant to flow along the cooling flow path 2 in the water-cooled intercooler 211. The coolant flows between the temperature control valve 3 and the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35, so that the coolant in the cooling flow path 2 can enter the temperature control valve 3 from the second inlet 32 ​​and then flow to the cooling flow path 2 from the second outlet 35. Through this process, the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 can be disconnected at low temperatures, so that the coolant does not pass through the radiator 11, thereby reducing the heat released by the coolant, preventing the water-cooled intercooler 211 from producing condensate and causing the engine to self-extinguish when the engine is warming up, and shortening the engine warm-up time.

[0042] Alternatively, the second inlet 32 ​​can be connected to the first outlet 34, and the first inlet 31 can be connected to the second outlet 35. This allows the coolant in cooling flow path 2 to enter the temperature control valve 3 from the second inlet 32, then flow from the temperature control valve 3 through the first outlet 34 into the heat dissipation flow path 1, then from the heat dissipation flow path 1 through the first outlet 34 back into the temperature control valve 3, and finally from the temperature control valve 3 through the second outlet 35 back to cooling flow path 2. Through this process, at high temperatures, the heat dissipation flow path 1 and cooling flow path 2 can be connected, allowing the coolant to release heat at the radiator 11 to quickly cool other components on the vehicle, ensuring their reliable operation.

[0043] In some embodiments, the cooling flow path 2 includes a first branch 22 and a second branch 23. The inlet end 221 of the first branch and the inlet end 231 of the second branch are both connected to the second outlet 35. One of the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 is provided with a water-cooled intercooler 211. There are two second inlets 32. The outlet end 222 of the first branch and the outlet end 232 of the second branch are respectively connected to the two second inlets 32.

[0044] Specifically, the cooling flow path 2 allows coolant to flow within it for heat exchange with other components. The cooling flow path 2 includes a first branch 22 and a second branch 23, meaning that both the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 allow coolant to flow within them. The inlet end 221 of the first branch and the inlet end 231 of the second branch are both connected to the second outlet 35, so that the coolant entering the cooling flow path 2 from the second outlet 35 can simultaneously flow to the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 to exchange heat with different components in the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 respectively. Furthermore, one of the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 is equipped with a water-cooled intercooler 211, which can be placed in either the first branch 22 or the second branch 23. This allows the coolant to absorb heat at the water-cooled intercooler 211 when flowing to the first branch 22 and the second branch 23, thereby reducing the intake air temperature of the engine and improving the reliability of the water-cooled intercooler 211.

[0045] Furthermore, there are two second inlets 32. The outlet end 222 of the first branch and the outlet end 232 of the second branch are respectively connected to the two second inlets 32. That is, the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 can be connected to the temperature control valve 3 through one second inlet 32, so that the coolant in the first branch 22 and the second branch 23 can enter the temperature control valve 3, and then mix in the temperature control valve 3 before entering the heat dissipation flow path 1 to release heat at the radiator 11. This can reduce the number of radiators 11 and help reduce the installation cost.

[0046] In some embodiments, the cooling module 21 includes a first power control module 212, an oil cooler 213 and / or a water-cooled intercooler 211 disposed in the first branch 22; and / or, the cooling module 21 includes a driving information and entertainment host 214, a high and low voltage charging system assembly 215 and / or a second power control module 216 disposed in the second branch 23.

[0047] Specifically, the cooling module 21 is used to allow the coolant to absorb heat at this location. The cooling module 21 includes a first power control module 212, an oil cooler 213, and / or a water-cooled intercooler 211, all located in the first branch 22. That is, as the coolant flows along the first branch 22, it can absorb heat at the first power control module 212, the oil cooler 213, and / or the water-cooled intercooler 211, respectively, to ensure the reliable operation of the first power control module 212, the oil cooler 213, and / or the water-cooled intercooler 211. The coolant module 21 also includes a driver information and entertainment host 214, a high and low voltage charging system assembly 215 and / or a second power control module 216 located in the second branch 23. That is, as the coolant flows along the second branch 23, it can absorb heat at the driver information and entertainment host 214, the high and low voltage charging system assembly 215 and / or the second power control module 216 respectively, so as to ensure the reliability of the operation of the driver information and entertainment host 214, the high and low voltage charging system assembly 215 and / or the second power control module 216.

[0048] In such Figures 1-2 In the illustrated embodiment, the first branch 22 is sequentially provided with a first power control module 212, an oil cooler 213, and a water-cooled intercooler 211, meaning that the coolant can absorb heat sequentially at the first power control module 212, the oil cooler 213, and the water-cooled intercooler 211. The second branch 23 is sequentially provided with a driving information and entertainment host 214, a high and low voltage charging system assembly 215, and a second power control module 216, meaning that the coolant can absorb heat sequentially at the driving information and entertainment host 214, the high and low voltage charging system assembly 215, and the second power control module 216, so as to cool down multiple components simultaneously and improve the utilization efficiency of the coolant.

[0049] It should be noted that in actual design, the number of branches in cooling flow path 2 can be increased according to actual needs, and multiple components that need heat dissipation can be set in different branches to cool multiple different components at the same time, which can effectively improve the utilization efficiency of coolant.

[0050] In some embodiments, the cooling flow path 2 further includes a three-way valve 24, which has a first valve port 241, a second valve port 242 and a third valve port 243. The first valve port 241 is connected to the second outlet 35, the second valve port 242 is connected to the inlet end 221 of the first branch, and the third valve port 243 is connected to the inlet end 231 of the second branch.

[0051] Specifically, the three-way valve 24, as a connecting component, serves a connecting function. The three-way valve 24 has a first valve port 241, a second valve port 242, and a third valve port 243, all of which are interconnected. Connecting the first valve port 241 to the second outlet 35 connects the three-way valve 24 to the temperature control valve 3. Connecting the second valve port 242 to the inlet end 221 of the first branch connects the three-way valve 24 to the first branch 22. Thus, the temperature control valve 3 can be connected to the first branch 22 via the three-way valve 24. The connection allows coolant to enter the first branch 22 from the temperature control valve 3 through the three-way valve 24, where it absorbs heat to ensure the reliable operation of all components in the first branch 22. At the same time, connecting the third valve port 243 to the inlet end 231 of the second branch connects the three-way valve 24 to the second branch 23, which in turn connects the temperature control valve 3 to the second branch 23, allowing coolant to enter the second branch 23 from the temperature control valve 3 through the three-way valve 24, where it absorbs heat to ensure the reliable operation of all components in the second branch 23.

[0052] In some embodiments, the thermal management system 100 further includes a water supply branch 5, and the temperature control valve 3 is also provided with a third inlet 33. The expansion tank 4 is connected to the third inlet 33 through the water supply branch 5.

[0053] Specifically, the expansion tank 4 can be used to replenish water and vent air from the cooling flow path 2. The expansion tank 4 is connected to the third inlet 33 through the water replenishment branch 5, so that the coolant in the expansion tank 4 can enter the temperature control valve 3 along the water replenishment branch 5, and then enter the cooling flow path 2 to replenish water to the cooling flow path 2, ensuring the reliability of cooling other components. When the expansion tank 4 is connected to the temperature control valve 3, the gas in the cooling flow path 2 can also enter the temperature control valve 3, and from the temperature control valve 3, enter the expansion tank 4 along the water replenishment branch 5 to vent air from the cooling flow path 2, meeting the degassing requirements of the thermal management system 100.

[0054] In some embodiments, the temperature control valve 3 has two opposite sides, with the third inlet 33, the first inlet 31 and the first outlet 34 all located on one side, and the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35 all located on the other side.

[0055] Specifically, the two sides of the temperature control valve 3 are set to be opposite to each other, so that different components can be connected to the temperature control valve 3 at the two sides. The third inlet 33, the first inlet 31 and the first outlet 34 are located on one side of the temperature control valve 3, and the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35 are located on the other side. The heat dissipation flow path 1 is connected between the first inlet 31 and the first outlet 34, and the cooling flow path 2 is connected between the second inlet 32 ​​and the second outlet 35. The heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 can be connected to the opposite sides of the temperature control valve 3 respectively, so as to control the opening and closing between the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2, ensure the accuracy of the coolant flow direction, and facilitate the coolant to flow in and out from the same side of the temperature control valve 3 at low temperatures.

[0056] In some embodiments, the thermal management system 100 further includes an exhaust branch 6, through which the expansion tank 4 is connected to the water-cooled intercooler 211.

[0057] Specifically, the exhaust branch 6 is used to discharge the gas in the thermal management system 100. The expansion tank 4 is connected to the water-cooled intercooler 211 through the exhaust branch 6, so that the gas in the water-cooled intercooler 211 can enter the expansion tank 4 along the exhaust branch 6. In turn, the gas in the thermal management system 100 can flow from the water-cooled intercooler 211 to the expansion tank 4 along the exhaust branch 6 to discharge the gas in the thermal management system 100 and improve the reliability of the thermal management system 100.

[0058] Therefore, the gas in the thermal management system 100 can enter the expansion tank 4 from the exhaust branch 6 or the water supply branch 5, which improves the reliability of gas entering the expansion tank 4 and the reliability of exhaust of the thermal management system 100, thus meeting the exhaust requirements of the thermal management system 100.

[0059] In some embodiments, the thermal management system 100 further includes a control module, and the cooling flow path 2 is also provided with a water pump 25 and a temperature sensor 26. The control module is electrically connected to the water pump 25, the temperature sensor 26 and the temperature control valve 3 respectively. The control module is used to control the operation of the water pump 25 and the temperature control valve 3 according to the temperature of the temperature sensor 26.

[0060] Specifically, a water pump 25 and a temperature sensor 26 are installed in the cooling flow path 2. The water pump 25 can be used to provide power to the coolant to accelerate its flow, and the temperature sensor 26 can be used to detect the temperature of the coolant. The control module is electrically connected to the water pump 25, the temperature sensor 26 and the temperature control valve 3 respectively, so that the detection result of the temperature sensor 26 can be sent to the control module. In turn, the control module can control the operation of the water pump 25 and the temperature control valve 3 according to the detection result of the temperature sensor 26, so as to change the flow rate of the water pump 25, or make the temperature control valve 3 selectively connect or disconnect the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 to adapt to different temperature requirements.

[0061] And such as Figures 1-2 As shown, a fan 12 is also provided at the radiator 11. The fan 12 is used to accelerate the heat exchange between the coolant and the air. The fan 12 can also be electrically connected to the control module, so that the control module can control the operation of the fan 12 according to the detection result of the temperature sensor 26.

[0062] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, when the temperature sensor 26 detects that the coolant temperature is higher than 35°C, the control module can control the temperature control valve 3 to connect the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2, and can increase the flow rate of the water pump 25 and the speed of the fan 12 to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle and ensure the reliable operation of other components, such as... Figure 2 As shown, when the temperature sensor 26 detects that the coolant temperature is below 35°C, the control module can control the temperature control valve 3 to disconnect the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2, and can reduce the flow rate of the water pump 25 and the speed of the fan 12, or stop the fan 12 from rotating, so as to reduce the cooling effect on each component. This can reduce the possibility that the engine will self-extinguish due to the condensation generated by the water-cooled intercooler 211 during the engine warm-up process, and can shorten the engine warm-up time, which is conducive to improving user satisfaction.

[0063] This utility model also proposes a vehicle.

[0064] According to the vehicle of the present utility model embodiment, a thermal management system 100 of any of the above embodiments is provided. By setting a temperature control valve 3, the on / off of the heat dissipation flow path 1 and the cooling flow path 2 can be controlled to quickly cool down other components on the vehicle at high temperatures, ensuring the reliable operation of other components. At low temperatures, the possibility of the engine self-extinguishing due to condensation generated by the water-cooled intercooler 211 during engine warm-up can be reduced, and the engine warm-up time can be shortened. Furthermore, by setting an expansion tank 4, water can be added to the cooling flow path 2 and air can be vented to ensure the cooling effect on various components on the vehicle and to meet the degassing requirements of the thermal management system 100.

[0065] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0066] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A thermal management system, characterized in that, include: A heat dissipation flow path, wherein a heat sink is provided in the heat dissipation flow path; A cooling flow path is provided in the cooling flow path, and the cooling module includes a water-cooled intercooler; A temperature control valve, wherein the temperature control valve is used to selectively connect the heat dissipation flow path in series with the cooling flow path; An expansion tank is used to replenish water and / or vent air from the cooling flow path.

2. The thermal management system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature control valve is provided with a first inlet, a second inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. The heat dissipation flow path is connected between the first inlet and the first outlet, and the cooling flow path is connected between the second inlet and the second outlet. Wherein, the second inlet is connected to the second outlet, or the second inlet is connected to the first outlet and the first inlet is connected to the second outlet.

3. The thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cooling flow path includes a first branch and a second branch. The inlet end of the first branch and the inlet end of the second branch are both connected to the second outlet. One of the first branch and the second branch is equipped with the water-cooled intercooler. There are two second inlets, and the outlets of the first branch and the second branch are respectively connected to the two second inlets.

4. The thermal management system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cooling module includes a first power control module, an oil cooler, and / or the water-cooled intercooler located in the first branch. And / or, the cooling module includes a driving information and entertainment host, a high and low voltage charging system assembly and / or a second power control module located in the second branch.

5. The thermal management system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cooling flow path also includes a three-way valve, which has a first valve port, a second valve port and a third valve port. The first valve port is connected to the second outlet, the second valve port is connected to the inlet end of the first branch, and the third valve port is connected to the inlet end of the second branch.

6. The thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a water supply branch, and the temperature control valve is also provided with a third inlet. The expansion tank is connected to the third inlet through the water supply branch.

7. The thermal management system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The temperature control valve has two opposing sides. The third inlet, the first inlet, and the first outlet are all located on one of the sides, while the second inlet and the second outlet are both located on the other side.

8. The thermal management system according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, It also includes an exhaust branch, through which the expansion tank is connected to the water-cooled intercooler.

9. The thermal management system according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, It also includes a control module. The cooling flow path is equipped with a water pump and a temperature sensor. The control module is electrically connected to the water pump, the temperature sensor and the temperature control valve respectively. The control module is used to control the operation of the water pump and the temperature control valve according to the temperature of the temperature sensor.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, The thermal management system described in any one of claims 1-9 is provided.

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