Charging pile with rainproof function

By using a geared motor-driven linkage mechanism and a sensor-controlled baffle structure, the safety hazards of electric vehicle charging stations in rainy weather are solved, achieving effective protection of the charger and optimized space utilization.

CN223778216UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-09ANHUI UNIV OF SCI & TECH
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520687328.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-12-12
Publication Date
2026-01-09
Estimated Expiration
2035-12-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing electric vehicle charging stations are prone to short circuits and leakage in rainy weather, and may even cause fires or electric shocks. In addition, existing rain shelters are bulky and complicated to install.

Method used

A geared motor drives a linkage mechanism to unfold the baffle to a horizontal position. Combined with sensors and a controller, the baffle is fixed by a stop block, enabling the charger's protective shell to slide and connect. It also has a folding function to adapt to different weather conditions.

Benefits of technology

It effectively protects the charger in rainy weather, preventing short circuits and leakage accidents, and does not occupy extra space in sunny weather, improving the practicality and safety of the charging station.

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Abstract

The electric vehicle charging pile with the rainproof function comprises an equipment body, a gear motor is installed on the outer side of the equipment body, and a baffle is driven by a connecting rod transmission shaft and a connecting rod to be automatically folded or unfolded; the bottom of the baffle plate is provided with a slidable protective shell which is connected through a dovetail groove, a user can pull out the protective shell to place a charger, and heat dissipation holes and wire containing grooves on two sides of the protective shell meet the requirements of heat dissipation and wire arrangement. The sensor and the stop block are integrated in the equipment body, after a user scans a code and selects a rainy day mode, the gear motor drives the baffle to unfold to the horizontal position, and the sensor triggers the stop block to rotate and support to prevent the baffle from sliding off. The waterproof performance is further optimized through the top flashing board and the bottom drainage holes. Efficient protection of the charger in rainy days is realized, the baffle plate can be folded and stored to save space, the operation convenience is improved through intelligent control, and the device is suitable for urban electric vehicle charging scenes.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of electric vehicle charging pile equipment, and specifically relates to a charging pile with rainproof function. Background Technology

[0002] The demand for charging stations as infrastructure is surging, but existing equipment generally lacks an adaptive design for complex weather conditions.

[0003] During charging in the rain, rainwater leakage can easily cause short circuits and electrical leaks in the charger, and may even lead to fires or electric shocks, posing safety hazards to users. In practice, users need to bring their own covering devices, such as raincoats or plastic bags, to cover the charger, which is cumbersome. Existing fixed rain shelters have solved this problem, but traditional rain shelters are bulky and require a lot of space to install.

[0004] In response to the current lack of protection for electric vehicle chargers in electric vehicle charging stations, it is necessary to design a charging station with rainproof function to improve the practicality of using charging stations on rainy days. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a single-item separation device for express delivery with an energy-saving structure, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background technology.

[0006] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a charging pile with rainproof function, including a device body, a socket and a support, wherein a geared motor is installed on the outside of the device body, the geared motor is connected to a connecting rod through a connecting rod transmission shaft, and the connecting rod is movably connected to a baffle;

[0007] The bottom of the baffle is provided with a slidable protective shell, which is slidably connected to the baffle through a dovetail groove;

[0008] The device body is equipped with a sensor, which is used to detect the horizontal position of the baffle and trigger the block to rotate to fix the baffle.

[0009] Preferably, the protective shell has heat dissipation holes on both the left and right sides, and the heat dissipation holes are evenly distributed circular holes or strip-shaped holes.

[0010] Preferably, the protective shell has cable mounting grooves on both the front and rear sides, and the cable mounting grooves are U-shaped grooves for fixing the charging cable.

[0011] Preferably, the top of the device body is provided with a rain shield, which is an inclined structure and covers the socket.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the device body is provided with drainage holes, which are multiple through holes evenly distributed along the edge of the bottom surface of the device body.

[0013] Preferably, the baffle is rotatably connected to the main body of the equipment via a shaft and a bearing, with a clearance fit between the shaft and the bearing to achieve smooth unfolding and folding of the baffle.

[0014] Preferably, the geared motor communicates with the user terminal through a barcode scanning control module. After the user selects "rainy weather mode", the geared motor drives the baffle to unfold to a horizontal position.

[0015] Preferably, the stop is an L-shaped metal part, and the stop is rotatably connected to the main body of the equipment via a motor. The sensor is electrically connected to the motor via a controller, and the motor drives the stop to rotate.

[0016] After adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] This utility model uses a geared motor to drive a connecting rod, which allows the baffle to be folded and placed during use. The bottom of the baffle is equipped with a protective shell. In rainy weather, the charger can be placed in the corresponding protective shell to effectively protect the charger from rain damage, thus improving the practicality of electric vehicle charging stations in rainy weather.

[0018] This invention uses a geared motor to drive a linkage mechanism. When the baffle is horizontal, it triggers a sensor, which sends a signal to the controller. The controller then controls the motor to rotate the block, which rotates to below the baffle to prevent it from slipping, thus improving the practicality of the device.

[0019] This invention, by adopting a folding structure, can effectively save space when charging on sunny days, thus reducing the area required for charging stations. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the overall structure of the charging pile of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the main body of the device of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the protective shell of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the baffle of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall design of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a half-sectional schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0027] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0028] 1. Socket; 2. Stop; 3. Equipment body; 4. Gear motor; 5. Support; 6. Fixed base plate; 7. Baffle; 8. Column; 9. Protective shell; 10. Connecting rod; 11. Connecting rod drive shaft; 12. Sensor; 14. Shaft core; 15. Bearing; 3-a. Shaft core hole; 3-b. Rain shield; 3-c. Drain hole; 7-a. Bearing hole; 7-b. Dovetail groove; 9-a. Wiring groove; 9-b. Dovetail groove; 9-c. Heat dissipation hole. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0030] Example 1: Please refer to Figures 1 to 6 This utility model provides a technical solution: a charging pile with rainproof function, including a main body 3, a socket 1 and a support 5;

[0031] A geared motor 4 is installed on the outside of the main body 3. The geared motor 4 is connected to the connecting rod 10 via the connecting rod drive shaft 11. The connecting rod 10 is movably connected to the baffle 7. The bottom of the baffle 7 is provided with a slidable protective shell 9. The protective shell 9 is slidably connected to the baffle 7 via dovetail grooves 7-b and 9-b. A sensor 12 is provided inside the main body 3. The sensor 12 is used to detect the horizontal position of the baffle 7 and trigger the stop block 2 to rotate to fix the baffle 7. Specifically, the sensor 12 can be set as an infrared sensor or a Hall sensor. The specific implementation method is relatively mature and common, and will not be described in detail here. The baffle 7 is provided with a bearing hole 7-a. A bearing 15 is interference-fitted into the bearing hole 7-a. A shaft core 14 is installed at the corresponding position on the main body. The bearing 15 and the shaft core 14 are interference-fitted to realize the smooth unfolding and folding of the baffle 7.

[0032] The geared motor 4 is controlled by a controller. When working, the user scans the QR code to enter the background management system, selects the rain mode, and completes the payment. The background program sends an unlock signal to the charging pile. After receiving the unlock signal, the charging pile controls the relay to close and starts to supply power to charge the electric vehicle. Simultaneously, the background program sends an unlock signal to the controller on the charging pile. After receiving the unlock signal, the controller controls the geared motor 4 to open. The geared motor 4 drives the baffle 7 to unfold to the horizontal position.

[0033] The stop block 2 is an L-shaped metal part. The stop block 2 is rotatably connected to the main body 3 of the equipment via a motor. The sensor 12 is electrically connected to the motor via a controller. The motor drives the baffle 7 to rotate. When working, the sensor 12 sends an electrical signal to the controller, and the controller controls the motor to work. The motor drives the stop block 2 to rotate below the baffle 7 to prevent the baffle 7 from falling.

[0034] The wiring path of this utility model can be selected as follows: a bus is led out from the distribution box, passes through the inner wall of the support 5 and is introduced into the main body of the equipment 3. From the main body of the equipment 3, it splits into two routes. One route runs along the inner wall of the main body of the equipment 3 to the socket 1, and the other route runs along the side wall of the main body of the equipment 3 to the geared motor 4, thereby achieving the power supply effect.

[0035] During operation, the user scans a QR code to access the backend management system, selects either a sunny or rainy day mode (different modes are selected for different weather conditions), chooses the charging port and charging amount, and then pays. If the sunny day mode is selected, the reduction motor 4 does not operate. After payment, the backend program sends an unlock signal to the charging pile. Upon receiving the unlock signal, the charging pile controls the relay to close, starting power to charge the electric vehicle. If the rainy day mode is selected, the backend program simultaneously sends an unlock signal to the controller on the charging pile. Upon receiving the unlock signal, the controller controls the reduction motor 4 to start. The rotation of the reduction motor 4 drives the connecting rod 10 to swing upwards via the connecting rod drive shaft 11, causing the baffle 7 to move upwards. When the baffle 7 reaches a horizontal position, the sensor 12 detects that the baffle 7 is horizontal and sends an electrical signal to the controller. The controller then controls the motor to operate, causing the motor to drive the stop block 2 to rotate. The stop block 2 rotates to below the baffle 7, preventing it from falling. After the baffle 7 is fixed, the user can manually remove the protective shell. 9. Pull out the charger and place it into the corresponding protective case 9. Then put the protective case back in its original position. When charging is finished, the user unplugs the charger and removes the charger from the protective case 9. The bottom of the protective case 9 is equipped with a pressure sensor. When the charger is removed from the protective case 9, the pressure sensor detects that the charger is not in the protective case 9 and transmits a recycling signal to the controller. After receiving the recycling signal, the controller first controls the motor to work. The motor drives the stop 2 to rotate. The stop 2 rotates back to the initial position. Then the controller controls the reduction motor 4 to start. The rotation of the reduction motor 4 drives the connecting rod 10 to swing downward through the connecting rod transmission shaft 11, so that the baffle 7 moves downward and retracts, so that the stop 7 returns to the initial position to wait for the next charging operation. (The motor driving the stop 2 to rotate and the reduction motor 4 driving the stop 7 to retract can be tested before installation. The controller controls the opening time of the motor and the reduction motor 4 to make the stop 2 and the baffle 7 reach the initial position.)

[0036] Example 2: The difference between Example 2 and Example 1 is that: the protective shell 9 has heat dissipation holes 9-c on both the left and right sides. The heat dissipation holes 9-c are evenly distributed circular holes or strip-shaped holes. The setting of the heat dissipation holes 9-c facilitates the heat dissipation of the electric vehicle charger and ensures the normal operation of the charger. The protective shell 9 has cable mounting grooves 9-a on the front and rear sides. The cable mounting grooves 9-a are U-shaped grooves for easy cable management.

[0037] Example 3: The difference between Example 3 and Example 1 is that: the top of the main body 3 of the device is provided with a rain shield 3-b, which is an inclined structure that covers the socket 1. The rain shield is designed to protect the charging socket and prevent rainwater from entering, thus reducing safety risks. The bottom of the main body 3 is provided with drainage holes 3-c, which are multiple through holes evenly distributed along the bottom edge of the main body 3. The drainage holes 3-c facilitate timely drainage of the main body of the device, further ensuring the overall working condition of the device.

[0038] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A charging pile with rainproof function, comprising a main body (3), a socket (1) and a support (5), characterized in that: A geared motor (4) is installed on the outside of the main body (3) of the equipment. The geared motor (4) is connected to the connecting rod (10) through the connecting rod transmission shaft (11). The connecting rod (10) is movably connected to the baffle (7). The bottom of the baffle (7) is provided with a slidable protective shell (9), and the protective shell (9) is slidably connected to the baffle (7) through a dovetail groove (9-b); The device body (3) is equipped with a sensor (12) inside. The sensor (12) is used to detect the horizontal position of the baffle (7) and trigger the block (2) to rotate to fix the baffle (7).

2. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective shell (9) has heat dissipation holes (9-c) on its left and right sides. The heat dissipation holes (9-c) are evenly distributed circular holes or strip holes.

3. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective shell (9) has wiring grooves (9-a) on both the front and rear sides. The wiring grooves (9-a) are U-shaped grooves used to fix the charging cable.

4. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body of the device (3) is provided with a rain shield (3-b) on top. The rain shield (3-b) is an inclined structure and covers the socket (1).

5. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the main body (3) of the equipment is provided with a drain hole (3-c), which is a plurality of through holes and is evenly distributed along the bottom edge of the main body (3).

6. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The baffle (7) is rotatably connected to the main body (3) of the equipment via a shaft (14) and a bearing (15). The shaft (14) and the bearing (15) are connected by an interference fit, so as to realize the smooth unfolding and folding of the baffle (7).

7. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The geared motor (4) communicates with the user terminal through the barcode control module. After the user selects "Rainy Day Mode", the geared motor (4) drives the baffle (7) to unfold to a horizontal position.

8. A charging pile with rainproof function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stop (2) is an L-shaped metal part. The stop (2) is rotatably connected to the main body of the equipment (3) through a motor. The sensor (12) is electrically connected to the motor through a controller. The motor drives the baffle (7) to rotate.