Vehicle

Abstract

The vehicle comprises a vehicle body, a battery assembly and a locking assembly, a mounting groove with an opening and a positioning groove are formed in the bottom of the vehicle body, and the positioning groove is formed in the side edge of the mounting groove and communicates with the mounting groove; the battery assembly is configured to penetrate through the opening to be mounted in the mounting groove; the locking assembly comprises a bracket and a first locking piece, the bracket is telescopically connected with the positioning groove in the first direction, the first locking piece is telescopically connected to the bracket in the second direction, after the battery assembly is installed in the installation groove, the bracket is configured to retract into the positioning groove, and the first locking piece is configured to extend out of the bracket to lock the battery assembly. Through the opening and the mounting groove in the bottom of the vehicle body, the battery assembly can be mounted in the vehicle body or taken out of the vehicle body, and the stability of the battery assembly is improved after the battery assembly is mounted in the mounting groove through cooperative use of the bracket and the first locking piece.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of battery swapping technology, and in particular to a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The batteries in traditional electric vehicles are usually integrated and fixed to the vehicle body, making it inconvenient to replace the batteries and resulting in low convenience of battery swapping. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main technical problem addressed by this application is to provide a vehicle that solves the problem of low convenience in battery swapping operations.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application adopts the following technical solution: A vehicle is provided, including a vehicle body, a battery assembly, and a locking assembly. The bottom of the vehicle body is provided with an installation slot and a positioning slot with openings. The positioning slot is located on the side of the installation slot and communicates with the installation slot. The battery assembly is configured to pass through the opening to be inserted into the installation slot. The locking assembly includes a bracket and a first locking member. The bracket is retractably connected to the positioning slot along a first direction, and the first locking member is retractably connected to the bracket along a second direction. After the battery assembly is inserted into the installation slot, the bracket is configured to retract into the positioning slot, and the first locking member is configured to extend out of the bracket to lock the battery assembly. The first direction and the second direction are intersecting.

[0005] Beneficial effects: This application utilizes the opening and mounting slot at the bottom of the vehicle body to allow the battery pack to be installed into or removed from the vehicle body. The cooperation between the bracket and the first locking member improves the stability of the battery pack after it is installed in the mounting slot. Simultaneously, the first locking member is retractable relative to the bracket, allowing it to position the battery pack when it is in the mounting slot and disengage when it needs to be removed, enabling quick installation and removal of the battery pack and thus improving the convenience of battery swapping. Attached Figure Description

[0006] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein:

[0007] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a vehicle provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0008] Figure 2An exploded structural view of the vehicle body, battery assembly, locking assembly, and second locking member provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0009] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the bottom structure of a vehicle body provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0010] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of section IV;

[0011] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the connection structure of the battery assembly, locking assembly and second locking member provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0012] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the positioning stage in a battery assembly provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0013] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the bracket and the first locking member provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0014] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the bracket and the second locking member provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0015] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0016] The terms "first," "second," and "third" in this application are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. All directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific orientation (as shown in the figures). If the specific orientation changes, the directional indications also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or device that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices.

[0017] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0018] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment of this application, a vehicle 100 is provided, including a body 10, a battery assembly 20 and a locking assembly 30, wherein the battery assembly 20 is installed in the body 10 and the locking assembly 30 is used to fix the position of the battery assembly 20 in the body 10.

[0019] Specifically, the bottom of the vehicle body 10 is provided with a mounting groove 11 and a positioning groove 13 having an opening 12. The positioning groove 13 is located on the side of the mounting groove 11 and communicates with the mounting groove 11. The battery assembly 20 is configured to pass through the opening 12 to be installed in the mounting groove 11.

[0020] The battery pack 20 provides a power source for the vehicle 100. The mounting slot 11 at the bottom of the body 10 is used to accommodate the battery pack 20. Its size and shape are matched with the battery pack 20 to ensure that the battery pack 20 can be stably installed in the mounting slot 11 under the drive of the external power exchange equipment.

[0021] The locking assembly 30 includes a bracket 31 and a first locking member 32. The bracket 31 is telescopically connected to the positioning groove 13 along a first direction Z, and the first locking member 32 is telescopically connected to the bracket 31 along a second direction X. After the battery assembly 20 is inserted into the mounting groove 11, the bracket 31 is configured to retract into the positioning groove 13, and the first locking member 32 is configured to extend out of the bracket 31 to lock the battery assembly 20. The first direction Z and the second direction X are intersecting.

[0022] The positioning groove 13 is located on the side of the mounting groove 11 and communicates with it. The mounting groove 11 provides space for the bracket 31 of the locking assembly 30 to be installed and extended. When the battery assembly 20 is installed into the mounting groove 11, the bracket 31 can retract into the positioning groove 13, closely fitting the side of the battery assembly 20. After the bracket 31 retracts into the positioning groove 13, the first locking member 32 can extend out of the bracket 31, providing additional support for the battery assembly 20, thereby improving the stability of the battery assembly 20 in the mounting groove 11 and reducing the shaking and detachment of the battery assembly 20 during driving.

[0023] During the actual battery swapping process, before the battery assembly 20 is installed into the mounting slot 11 of the vehicle body 10, the bracket 31 extends out of the positioning slot 13 along the first direction Z. After the external battery swapping equipment lifts the battery assembly 20 into the mounting slot 11, the bracket 31 retracts into the positioning slot 13 along the first direction Z. At this time, the first locking member 32 extends out of the bracket 31 along the second direction X to hold or lock the battery assembly 20 in the mounting slot 11, thereby providing additional support for the battery assembly 20 inside the vehicle body 10.

[0024] In the aforementioned vehicle 100, the battery assembly 20 can be installed into or removed from the vehicle body 10 via the opening 12 and mounting slot 11 at the bottom of the body 10. The cooperation between the bracket 31 and the first locking member 32 enhances the stability of the battery assembly 20 after it is installed in the mounting slot 11. Simultaneously, the first locking member 32 is retractable relative to the bracket 31, allowing it to position the battery assembly 20 when it is in the mounting slot 11 and disengage when it needs to be removed, thus enabling quick installation and removal of the battery assembly 20 and improving the convenience of battery swapping.

[0025] In one embodiment, the first direction Z and the second direction X are perpendicular to each other.

[0026] In this embodiment, the first direction Z is the vertical direction, and the first locking member 32 is the horizontal direction.

[0027] In one embodiment, multiple locking components 30 may be provided, with multiple locking components 30 arranged around the periphery of the mounting groove 11, thereby further improving the stability of the battery assembly 20 within the mounting groove 11.

[0028] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment, the battery assembly 20 includes a frame 21 and a battery 22. The battery 22 is fixed to the frame 21, and the frame 21 is configured to block the opening 12 when the battery 22 is inserted into the mounting slot 11. With this configuration, the frame 21 supports the battery 22 while also preventing external dust, moisture, or other impurities from entering the mounting slot 11 after the battery 22 is inserted, thus avoiding the risk of affecting the performance of the battery 22 or causing safety hazards.

[0029] In one embodiment, the frame 21 and the battery 22 can be a single molded structure.

[0030] Please continue reading. Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment, the frame 21 has a sealing groove 211 on the side facing the battery 22, and the sealing groove 211 surrounds the periphery of the battery 22. The battery assembly 20 also includes a sealing ring 23, which is sealed within the sealing groove 211. After the battery 22 is installed into the mounting groove 11, the sealing ring 23 is configured to abut against the sealing groove 211 and the mounting groove 11. With the above configuration, when the battery 22 is installed into the mounting groove 11, the sealing ring 23 is compressed and tightly abuts against the sealing groove 211 and the mounting groove 11. This sealing structure can effectively reduce the entry of external moisture, dust and other contaminants into the battery 22, thereby extending the service life of the battery 22 and improving the performance and safety of the battery 22.

[0031] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, a recess 121 is provided at the opening 12 of the mounting groove 11, and the recess 121 is configured to abut against the sealing ring 23. With the above configuration, when the battery assembly 20 is pushed into the mounting groove 11, the recess 121 provides support for the sealing ring 23, and the tight fit between the recess 121 and the sealing ring 23 can further enhance the sealing effect after the battery assembly 20 is installed in the vehicle body 10.

[0032] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 and Figure 6In one embodiment, a positioning platform 24 protrudes from the side of the frame 21 opposite to the battery 22. The positioning platform 24 is configured to allow an external device to clamp the frame 21, thereby moving the battery 22 along a first direction Z. Through this configuration, the positioning platform 24 provides a positioning point for the external device to clamp the frame 21. When the external device needs to move the battery assembly 20, it can fix the frame 21 by clamping the positioning platform 24, thereby ensuring that the battery 22 can move in the correct direction and improving the stability of the battery 22 during movement and installation.

[0033] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the bracket 31 has a first movable groove 311 on one side, and the first locking member 32 is telescopically connected to the first movable groove 311. The frame 21 has a first fixing hole 212, which is located on the side wall of the frame 21. After the battery 22 is inserted into the mounting groove 11, the first locking member 32 is configured to extend out of the first movable groove 311 and into the first fixing hole 212.

[0034] Specifically, the shape and size of the first movable groove 311 are matched with the first locking member 32 to ensure the movement trajectory and required space of the first locking member 32, thereby ensuring that the first locking member 32 can slide and extend smoothly in the first movable groove 311, so as to reduce the risk of interference or jamming of the first locking member 32 during the locking or unlocking of the battery 22.

[0035] The position and size of the first fixing hole 212 match the first locking member 32, ensuring that the first locking member 32 can be accurately inserted into the first fixing hole 212 after extending out of the first movable groove 311. The first locking member 32 provides additional support for the battery 22, further improving the stability of the battery assembly 20 in the mounting groove 11.

[0036] In one embodiment, the first locking member 32 has a polygonal structure, and the cross-sections of the second movable groove 15 and the second fixing hole 313 are both in the shape of matching polygonal structures.

[0037] It is understandable that the first locking element 32 can also be set as a rectangle, triangle, circle or other irregular polygonal structure, without any restrictions.

[0038] Please refer to it again. Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4In one embodiment, the bottom of the vehicle body 10 is further provided with a guide hole 14, and a guide post 312 protrudes from the side of the bracket 31 facing the vehicle body 10. The guide post 312 is configured to retractably connect to the guide hole 14 along the first direction Z. With the above arrangement, the guide post 312 can directly dock with the guide hole 14 at the bottom of the vehicle 100, so that the guide post 312 not only guides the bracket 31 to be accurately installed in the vehicle body 10, but also reduces the risk of the bracket 31 deviating from the moving track when moving in the first direction Z.

[0039] In one embodiment, multiple guide posts 312 may be provided and spaced apart on the bracket 31 to further improve the stability of the bracket 31 during the extension and retraction process.

[0040] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the locking assembly 30 further includes a first driving member (not shown) for driving the first locking member 32 to move. The driving method of the first driving member includes any one of pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric. With the above configuration, the first driving member is responsible for driving the first locking member 32 to move, thereby realizing the locking or unlocking of the battery assembly 20, realizing the automation of the locking and unlocking process, and thus improving the installation and removal efficiency of the battery assembly 20.

[0041] Among them, pneumatic drive uses compressed air or gas as a power source, and realizes the movement of the first locking member 32 through pneumatic valves, cylinders and other components. Hydraulic drive uses liquid (usually hydraulic oil) as the transmission medium, and realizes the movement of the first locking member 32 through hydraulic pumps, hydraulic valves and hydraulic cylinders and other components. Electric drive uses an electric motor as a power source, and converts the rotational motion of the motor into the linear motion of the first locking member 32 through reducers, drive shafts, lead screws and other components.

[0042] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 8 In one embodiment, the vehicle 100 further includes a second locking member 40, which is retractably connected to the positioning slot 13 along a second direction X. The second locking member 40 is configured to lock the bracket 31 when the bracket 31 retracts into the positioning slot 13. By providing a second locking member 40 that is retractable along the second direction X, the second locking member 40 extends when needed to lock the bracket 31, thereby indirectly and further locking the position of the battery 22 in the mounting slot 11, improving the safety and stability of the battery 22 in the vehicle 100 during vehicle 100 operation or battery 22 replacement.

[0043] It is understood that a sensor or mechanical switch can be installed in the positioning groove 13. When the bracket 31 retracts into the positioning groove 13, the sensor or mechanical switch can be triggered, and the trigger signal is transmitted to the second locking member 40. After receiving the locking signal, the second locking member 40 extends along the second direction X to lock the bracket 31.

[0044] Please continue reading. Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 8 In one embodiment, the vehicle body 10 is further provided with a second movable groove 15 that communicates with the positioning groove 13, and the second locking member 40 is telescopically connected to the second movable groove 15. The bracket 31 is also provided with a second fixing hole 313, which is located on the side of the bracket 31 away from the first movable groove 311. After the battery 22 is inserted into the mounting groove 11, the second locking member 40 extends out of the second movable groove 15 and extends into the second fixing hole 313.

[0045] Specifically, the shape and size of the second movable groove 15 are matched with the second locking member 40 to ensure the movement trajectory and required space of the second locking member 40, thereby ensuring that the second locking member 40 can slide and extend smoothly in the second movable groove 15, so as to reduce the risk of interference or jamming of the second locking member 40 during the locking or unlocking process of the bracket 31.

[0046] The position and size of the second fixing hole 313 match the second locking member 40, ensuring that the second locking member 40 can be accurately inserted into the second fixing hole 313 after extending out of the second movable slot 15. The second locking member 40 provides support for the bracket 31, further improving the safety of the battery 22 within the mounting slot 11. When the second locking member 40 is fully engaged with the second fixing hole 313, the bracket 31 is locked inside the vehicle body 10, thereby preventing any accidental movement or detachment of the battery 22 during driving. The design of the second locking member 40 not only improves the safety and stability of the battery 22 but also ensures the safety of the vehicle 100 during driving.

[0047] In one embodiment, the second locking member 40 has a cylindrical structure, and the cross-sections of the second movable groove 15 and the second fixing hole 313 are both circular, matching cylindrical structures.

[0048] It is understandable that the second locking element 40 can also be set as a rectangle, triangle or other irregular polygonal structure, without any restrictions.

[0049] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 and Figure 8In one embodiment, the vehicle 100 further includes a second drive member (not shown) for driving the second locking member 40 to move. The driving method of the second drive member includes any one of pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric. With the above configuration, the second drive member is responsible for driving the second locking member 40 to move, thereby realizing the locking or unlocking of the bracket 31, realizing the automation of the locking and unlocking process, and thus improving the efficiency of unlocking and locking the bracket 31.

[0050] Please refer to it again. Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the specific battery swapping steps for vehicle 100 include the following:

[0051] Install battery assembly 20:

[0052] First, the bracket 31 extends the positioning groove 13 in the first direction Z toward the direction away from the vehicle body 10. At this time, the battery assembly 20 is lifted and installed into the mounting groove 11 under the vehicle body by the action of external equipment.

[0053] Next, the bracket 31 retracts into the positioning groove 13 along the first direction Z toward the vehicle body 10. At this time, the first locking member 32 extends out of the bracket 31 along the second direction X, thereby locking the battery assembly 20.

[0054] Finally, the second locking member 40 inside the vehicle body 10 extends out of the positioning groove 13 along the second direction X, thereby locking the bracket 31 and securing the position of the battery assembly 20 in the mounting groove 11.

[0055] Disassembling battery assembly 20:

[0056] First, the second locking member 40 inside the vehicle body 10 retracts into the positioning groove 13 along the second direction X, thereby unlocking the second locking member 40 from the bracket 31.

[0057] Next, the first locking member 32 retracts into the bracket 31 along the second direction X, thereby unlocking the first locking member 32 from the battery assembly 20.

[0058] Finally, the battery assembly 20 is removed from the mounting slot 11, and the bracket 31 extends out of the positioning slot 13 in the first direction Z toward the direction away from the vehicle body 10, in preparation for replacing the new battery assembly 20.

[0059] The above are merely embodiments of this application and do not limit the scope of this patent application. Any equivalent structural or procedural changes made using the content of this application's specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The vehicle body has an open mounting groove and a positioning groove at the bottom. The positioning groove is located on the side of the mounting groove and communicates with the mounting groove. A battery assembly is configured to pass through the opening to be inserted into the mounting slot; A locking assembly includes a bracket and a first locking member, the bracket being telescopically connected to the positioning slot along a first direction, and the first locking member being telescopically connected to the bracket along a second direction, wherein, after the battery assembly is inserted into the mounting slot, the bracket is configured to retract into the positioning slot, and the first locking member is configured to extend out of the bracket to lock the battery assembly, the first direction and the second direction being intersected.

2. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The battery assembly includes: Frame; A battery is fixed to the frame, which is configured to block the opening when the battery is inserted into the mounting slot.

3. The vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket has a first movable groove on one side, and the first locking member is retractably connected to the first movable groove. The frame is provided with: The first fixing hole is provided on the side wall of the frame. After the battery is inserted into the mounting slot, the first locking member is configured to extend out of the first movable slot and into the first fixing hole.

4. The vehicle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The vehicle also includes: A second locking element is telescopically connected to the positioning slot along the second direction, and the second locking element is configured to lock the bracket when the bracket retracts into the positioning slot.

5. The vehicle according to claim 4, characterized in that, The vehicle body is also provided with a second movable slot communicating with the positioning slot, and the second locking member is retractably connected to the second movable slot. The bracket is also provided with: The second fixing hole is located on the side of the bracket away from the first movable slot. After the battery is inserted into the mounting slot, the second locking member extends out of the second movable slot and into the second fixing hole.

6. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the vehicle body is also provided with a guide hole, and the bracket has a guide post protruding on one side facing the vehicle body. The guide post is configured to be telescopically connected to the guide hole along the first direction.

7. The vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The frame has a sealing groove on the side facing the battery, and the sealing groove surrounds the periphery of the battery. The battery assembly also includes: A sealing ring is disposed within the sealing groove, and after the battery is inserted into the mounting groove, the sealing ring is configured to abut against the sealing groove and the mounting groove.

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting groove has a recessed portion at its opening, which is configured to abut against the sealing ring.

9. The vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The frame has a positioning platform protruding on the side opposite to the battery. The positioning platform is configured to allow an external device to clamp the frame so as to move the battery along the first direction.

10. The vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking component also includes: A first driving member is used to drive the first locking member to move, and the driving method of the first driving member includes any one of pneumatic, hydraulic or electric.

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