Battery swap station and battery swap station transfer device

Abstract

The utility model is suitable for the technical field of battery devices, and provides a battery swap station and a battery swap station transfer device. The battery swap station comprises a battery bin and a battery swap channel which are arranged at intervals in the first direction, and further comprises a transfer channel, battery swap equipment and a hoisting device. The transfer channel is communicated with the battery compartment and the battery replacement channel, and at least the part, communicated with the battery replacement channel, of the transfer channel is arranged below the battery replacement channel; at least part of the battery replacement equipment is arranged in the transfer channel; at least part of the hoisting device is arranged in the battery replacing channel, and the hoisting device is used for being matched with the battery replacing equipment to transfer the battery device between the battery bin and the battery replacing channel. According to the battery swap station and the battery swap station transfer device provided by the invention, the safety risk of battery in-out bin operation can be reduced.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The application belongs to the technical field of battery device, and particularly relates to a battery swap station and a battery swap station transfer device. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the related art, when the battery swap station suitable for heavy truck battery swap performs battery warehouse in and out operation, the battery warehouse in and out operation is generally completed by a forklift and a lifting belt, and manual intervention is required, which poses a certain safety risk to personnel. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL

[0003] In view of the above problems, the application provides a battery swap station and a battery swap station transfer device, aiming to reduce the safety risk of the battery swap station suitable for heavy truck battery swap in performing battery warehouse in and out operation.

[0004] In a first aspect, the embodiments of the application provide a battery swap station, comprising a battery warehouse and a battery swap channel arranged at intervals along a first direction, further comprising a transfer channel, a battery swap device and a lifting device; the transfer channel is communicated with the battery warehouse and the battery swap channel; the battery swap device is used for replacing a battery device at the bottom of a vehicle; at least part of the lifting device is arranged in the battery swap channel, and the lifting device is used for cooperating with the battery swap device to transfer the battery device between the battery warehouse and the battery swap channel.

[0005] The battery swap station provided by the embodiments of the application is provided with a transfer channel, at least part of the transfer channel communicated with the battery swap channel is arranged below the battery swap channel and is communicated with the battery swap channel and the battery warehouse, and a lifting device is further arranged in the battery swap channel, so that stable transfer of the battery device can be realized. In this way, the battery swap station provided by the embodiments of the application is suitable for replacement of the battery device of a heavy truck or other vehicle with the battery device arranged at the bottom, and can reduce the safety risk of the battery warehouse in and out operation to a certain extent.

[0006] In some optional implementation manners, at least part of the transfer channel communicated with the battery swap channel is arranged below the battery swap channel; and at least part of the battery swap device is arranged in the transfer channel.

[0007] Since the battery device of the heavy truck is arranged at the bottom of the vehicle body and the weight of the battery device is large, the installation and dismounting of the battery device need to be performed below the chassis of the vehicle, and at least part of the transfer channel communicated with the battery swap channel is arranged below the battery swap channel, so as to facilitate replacement of the battery device of the heavy truck, and make the battery swap station provided by the embodiments suitable for heavy truck battery swap.

[0008] In some optional implementation manners, the battery replacement channel has a height direction; the hoisting device comprises a moving support, a lifting mechanism and a hoisting clamp; the moving support is arranged in the battery replacement channel, and the moving support has a movable part which has a degree of freedom of moving relative to the replacement channel along a first direction and a second direction; the lifting mechanism is arranged on the movable part; the hoisting clamp is arranged below the moving support and connected with the lifting mechanism, and the hoisting clamp is used for clamping the battery device and can move along the height direction of the battery replacement channel under the control of the lifting mechanism; the second direction is at an angle with the first direction, and the second direction is perpendicular to the height direction of the battery replacement channel.

[0009] The hoisting device adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, so that the hoisting clamp can move relative to the ground of the battery replacement channel along the first direction, the second direction and the height direction of the battery replacement channel, thereby facilitating the transfer of the battery device.

[0010] In some optional implementation manners, the lifting mechanism has a power device and a flexible member connected with the power device, and the hoisting clamp is connected with the flexible member.

[0011] The lifting mechanism adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, which is convenient to operate and enables the hoisting clamp to not only move relative to the battery replacement channel along the height direction of the battery replacement channel, but also move relative to the battery replacement channel in other directions, and enables the hoisting clamp to be obliquely arranged to realize inclination adjustment, thereby facilitating the hoisting clamp to adjust the position and inclination angle according to the position and placement mode of the battery device, and facilitating the smooth operation of the battery in-and-out of the bin.

[0012] In some optional implementation manners, the moving support further comprises a first support; the first support is arranged in the battery replacement channel and moves along the second direction; and the movable part is arranged in the first support and moves along the first direction.

[0013] The moving support adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, which is simple in structure and convenient to operate.

[0014] In some optional implementation manners, the moving support further comprises a support frame, the support frame is arranged in the battery replacement channel, and the first support is slidingly arranged in the support frame along the second direction.

[0015] The arrangement of the support frame can provide support for the first support, thereby facilitating the connection of the first support with the structure in the battery replacement channel.

[0016] In some optional implementation manners, the support frame comprises a track extending along the second direction, and the first support is slidingly arranged in the track.

[0017] The support frame adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, which is simple in structure and convenient to install and manufacture.

[0018] In some optional implementation manners, a plurality of tracks are arranged, and the plurality of tracks are arranged at intervals along the first direction.

[0019] This allows for multiple connection points between the first support and the track, which can improve the stability of the moving support to some extent.

[0020] In some alternative implementations, the support frame also includes a carrier and a connector. The carrier is positioned above the track and spaced apart from it. The carrier is connected to the power swapping channel and to the track via the connector.

[0021] The solution provided in this embodiment allows the track to be fixed in the power swapping channel without being directly connected to the physical structure within the channel. This allows most of the track's structure to be used for sliding connection with the first support, which can improve the stability of the moving support's movement to a certain extent.

[0022] In some alternative implementations, the load-bearing component includes multiple load-bearing beams arranged along a second direction, with the multiple load-bearing beams corresponding to multiple tracks.

[0023] The load-bearing component adopts the structure provided in this embodiment. The structure is simple. During assembly, the corresponding rails and load-bearing beams can be connected first, and then the assembled components can be installed on the top or upper part of the battery swapping channel, which is convenient for installation and maintenance.

[0024] In some alternative implementations, the same load-bearing beam is connected to the track by multiple connectors spaced apart along the second direction.

[0025] The first support adopts the structure provided in this embodiment, which is simple and easy to prepare and install.

[0026] In some alternative implementations, the first support is a long strip structure, set along a first direction.

[0027] This allows for multiple connection points between the load-bearing beam and the track, ensuring the structural stability of the support frame while also making each individual connector smaller in size and weight, facilitating assembly.

[0028] In some alternative implementations, the battery swapping channel has a bottom surface, and the distance between the moving part and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery swapping channel is greater than or equal to 4.8m.

[0029] In this embodiment, the distance between the movable part and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery swapping channel is greater than or equal to 4.8m. This makes it difficult for most vehicles to come into contact with the movable part after entering the battery swapping channel, thereby facilitating vehicle entry and exit and reducing the risk of damage to the hoisting device.

[0030] In some optional implementation manners, the battery replacing channel, the battery compartment and the transfer channel each have a length direction, the length direction of the battery replacing channel and the length direction of the battery compartment are each perpendicular to the first direction, and the length direction of the transfer channel is arranged along the first direction.

[0031] By using the scheme provided in this embodiment, compared with the first direction being arranged along the width direction of the battery replacing channel and / or the width direction of the battery compartment, the length of the transfer channel can be smaller, the distance moved by the battery replacing equipment for transferring the battery device can be reduced, and the use cost can be reduced.

[0032] In some optional implementation manners, the battery replacing channel has two ends in the length direction of the battery replacing channel, one end is an access end, and the other end is in communication with the transfer channel.

[0033] By using the scheme provided in this embodiment, the access opening of the transfer channel and the access end of the battery replacing channel are far away from each other, and the bottom surface of most of the region of the battery replacing channel close to the access end is a complete plane, so that the arrangement of the transfer channel does not affect the staying and moving of the vehicle in the battery replacing channel during the battery replacing and / or battery compartment accessing operation.

[0034] In a second aspect, a battery replacing station transfer device is provided, which includes the battery replacing equipment in the battery replacing station provided in any of the above schemes and a hoisting device.

[0035] The effect of the second aspect is the same as that of the first aspect, which will not be repeated here.

[0036] The above description is only a summary of the technical scheme of the present application, in order to more clearly understand the technical means of the present application, the specific embodiments of the present application can be implemented according to the content of the description, and in order to make the above and other purposes, characteristics and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, the following specific embodiments of the present application are described. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0037] By reading the detailed description of the preferred embodiments below, various other advantages and benefits will become clear to those of ordinary skill in the art. The drawings are only for the purpose of illustrating the preferred embodiments and are not considered limiting on the present application. Moreover, the same reference numbers are used to represent the same components throughout the drawings. In the drawings:

[0038] Figure 1 Structure schematic diagram of a battery replacing station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0039] Figure 2 Perspective structure schematic diagram of a battery replacing station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0040] Figure 3 Sectional structure schematic diagram of a battery replacing station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0041] Figure 4 Partial structure schematic diagram of lifting mechanism in battery swap station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0042] Figure 5 Partial structure schematic diagram of battery swap station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0043] Figure 6 Partial structure schematic diagram of battery swap station provided for some embodiments of the present application; Figure 5 Partial structure schematic diagram of battery swap station provided for some embodiments of the present application;

[0044] Reference signs in the detailed description are as follows:

[0045] 10, battery compartment; 20, battery swap device compartment; 30, battery swap channel; 30a, access end; 40, transfer channel; 50, battery swap device; 60, hoisting device; 61, moving support; 611, movable part; 612, first support; 613, support frame; 6131, track; 6132, bearing member; 61321, bearing beam; 6133, connecting member; 62, lifting mechanism; 621, power device; 622, flexible member; 63, hoisting clamp; 70, battery device;

[0046] X, first direction; Y, second direction; Z, height direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] The embodiments of the technical solutions of the present application will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. The following embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, and therefore only serve as examples, and cannot limit the protection scope of the present application.

[0048] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the present application belongs; the terms used herein are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments of the present application, and are not intended to limit the present application; the terms "include" and "have" and any variations thereof in the specification and claims of the present application and the above description of drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0049] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the technical terms "first", "second", etc. are only used to distinguish different objects, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number, specific order or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise specifically limited.

[0050] Reference to“an embodiment” or“the embodiment” herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of the application. The appearances of the phrase“in one embodiment” or“in the embodiment” in various places in the specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment, nor are they necessarily all directed to the same embodiment, nor are they necessarily all mutually exclusive or alternative embodiments.

[0051] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the term“and / or” is merely used to describe associated objects, and can represent the three conditions of A and / or B, that is, A alone, A and B, and B alone. In addition, the character“ / ” in the present application generally represents an“or” relationship between the front and rear associated objects.

[0052] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the term“a plurality of” refers to two or more (including two), and similarly, “a plurality of groups” refers to two or more groups (including two groups), and “a plurality of pieces” refers to two or more pieces (including two pieces).

[0053] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the technical terms“center”,“longitudinal”,“transverse”,“length”,“width”,“thickness”,“upper”,“lower”,“front”,“rear”,“left”,“right”,“vertical”,“horizontal”,“top”,“bottom”,“inner”,“outer”,“clockwise”,“counterclockwise”,“axial”,“radial”,“circumferential” and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the embodiments of the present application.

[0054] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the technical terms“mounting”,“connecting”,“connecting”,“fixing” and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, can be fixedly connected, or can be detachably connected, or can be integrated; can be mechanically connected, or can be electrically connected; can be directly connected, or can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium; can be the internal communication of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0055] Unless otherwise specified, all embodiments and optional embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other to form new technical solutions.

[0056] With the rapid development of new energy vehicles, electric commercial vehicles (including light trucks (referred to as light trucks) and heavy trucks (referred to as heavy trucks)) gradually become an important part of the logistics transportation field. In order to improve the operation efficiency of electric commercial vehicles, battery swap stations as a fast energy supplement method have been widely used. The battery swap station can complete the energy supplement of the vehicle in a few minutes through the replacement of the battery device, avoiding the long waiting time for charging, and significantly improving the operation efficiency of the vehicle.

[0057] Since the light truck and the heavy truck are different in battery device capacity, vehicle size, use scenario and operation demand, etc., the light truck and the heavy truck need to be replaced at different battery swap stations. Among them, the battery swap station suitable for light truck replacement can be referred to as light truck battery swap station, and the battery swap station suitable for heavy truck can be referred to as heavy truck battery swap station.

[0058] At present, the heavy truck battery swap station generally includes a battery compartment and a battery replacement equipment compartment. In the battery swap station, heavy truck battery replacement operation can be performed, and battery in-out compartment operation can also be performed. Among them, the heavy truck battery replacement operation refers to the operation of dismounting the battery device on the heavy truck chassis and mounting the fully charged battery device on the chassis; the battery in-out compartment operation refers to the operation of sending the battery device from outside the battery compartment to the battery compartment or taking it out from the battery compartment. The above-mentioned battery in-out compartment operation is generally in an unused state of the battery device, such as placing the battery device in the truck box or storing it in the storage box. The battery device can be a fully charged battery device or an uncharged battery device. The above-mentioned battery in-out compartment operation can be performed when there are few or no battery devices in the battery compartment, or when the battery device in the battery compartment is damaged, or in other situations, which can be determined according to the needs of use.

[0059] The battery in-out compartment operation is generally completed by a forklift and a lifting belt. The battery device out-of-compartment operation includes at least the following steps: the operator fixes the lifting belt to the lifting point of the battery device; the forklift moves to the position of the battery device, the fork arm rises and hooks the lifting belt; the forklift hoists the battery device out of the battery compartment and moves to the designated position (such as a vehicle or a maintenance area) outside the battery compartment. The battery device in-compartment operation includes at least the following steps: the operator fixes the lifting belt to the lifting point of the battery device; the forklift moves to the position of the battery device, the fork arm rises and hooks the lifting belt; the forklift hoists the battery device and moves it into the battery compartment and places it in place.

[0060] The battery device can be one or more battery monomers, and can be any one of a battery pack, a battery monomer and a battery module.

[0061] Using the above methods, the low control precision of forklifts, the potential for the battery unit to tilt or overturn due to instability during lifting, and the possibility of collisions or compression during lifting pose significant risks of damage to the battery unit. This necessitates manual intervention, which also presents safety risks to personnel. Therefore, reducing the safety risks to personnel during battery loading and unloading operations at battery swapping stations suitable for heavy-duty trucks is essential.

[0062] To at least partially improve the above-mentioned problems, embodiments of this application provide a battery swapping station. This station is equipped with a transfer channel, at least a portion of which is connected to the battery swapping channel below it and connects the battery swapping channel and the battery compartment. A hoisting device is also installed within the battery swapping channel to achieve stable transfer of the battery devices. Thus, the battery swapping station provided by this application is suitable for heavy-duty truck battery swapping and can, to some extent, reduce the safety risks associated with battery entry and exit from the battery compartment.

[0063] Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of a battery swapping station provided in some embodiments of this application. Figure 1 As shown in the embodiments of this application, the battery swapping station disclosed includes at least battery swapping equipment, a battery compartment 10, and a battery swapping equipment compartment 20. The battery swapping equipment compartment 20 may house at least some of the equipment and / or systems selected from a battery device management system, energy storage system, control system, safety system, and auxiliary equipment. In addition, the battery swapping station may also include a battery swapping channel 30.

[0064] A battery management system typically includes a monitoring system and a charging management system. The monitoring system monitors the battery's status in real time to ensure safe operation. The charging management system optimizes the charging process and extends the battery's lifespan.

[0065] Energy storage systems typically include energy storage battery devices and energy management systems. The energy storage battery devices store electrical energy and support grid balancing. The energy management system optimizes the operation of the energy storage system and improves energy utilization efficiency.

[0066] Control systems typically include a central control system. The central control system manages the operation of the entire battery swapping station and coordinates the work of various devices.

[0067] The safety system includes a fire protection system and a monitoring system. The fire protection system includes at least one fire extinguishing device. The monitoring system monitors the operation status of the battery swapping station in real time, promptly identifying and addressing any issues.

[0068] Auxiliary equipment includes maintenance equipment. Maintenance equipment is used for the maintenance and repair of battery devices and equipment.

[0069] The battery compartment 10 is used to store fully charged battery devices and provide temporary storage space for battery devices to be replaced. The battery compartment 10 generally includes a battery device rack and a charging device. The battery device rack is used to fix and store battery devices. The charging device is used to charge battery devices. The charging device includes a charging pile and a charging controller, etc. The charging pile is used to charge the standby battery device to ensure sufficient battery device power. The charging controller is used to manage the charging process to prevent overcharging or over-discharging. In addition, the battery compartment 10 can also include a temperature control system to ensure that the battery device is stored at an appropriate temperature to avoid overheating or overcooling.

[0070] The battery replacement device is responsible for detaching the old battery device from the heavy truck chassis and installing the new battery device on the vehicle, and is used for transferring the battery during the battery in-out compartment operation. The battery replacement device can be a battery replacement robot, a battery replacement mechanical arm, or other structures that can achieve the above functions. For example, the battery replacement device can include a mechanical arm, a clamp, a mobile chassis, and a sensor, etc.

[0071] Among them, the mobile chassis is generally located at the bottom of the battery replacement device, providing the movement ability and basic support of the battery replacement device. The mobile chassis generally has at least three degrees of freedom in mutually perpendicular directions. The mechanical arm is used for precise positioning and operation of the battery device, and usually has 4-6 degrees of freedom, which can move flexibly in three-dimensional space. The mechanical arm is connected to the mobile chassis through a rigid or adjustable support structure.

[0072] The clamp (also known as a grabbing device) is used to grab, fix and release the battery device, and can adapt to battery devices of different sizes and shapes. The clamp is generally connected to the end of the mechanical arm and serves as the end effector of the mechanical arm to achieve precise grabbing.

[0073] The sensor system is used to detect the position, state and environmental information of the battery device. The sensors can include visual sensors, force sensors, position sensors, etc. The visual sensor can include a camera or a laser scanner, which is used to identify the position of the battery device and the vehicle chassis. The force sensor is used to detect the clamping force of the clamp and the weight of the battery device. The position sensor is used to provide real-time feedback of the position information of the mechanical arm and the chassis. These sensors can be provided on any one or more components of the mechanical arm, the clamp, and the mobile chassis, and can be determined according to the needs of use.

[0074] Figure 2 A perspective structural schematic diagram of the battery replacement station provided by some embodiments of the present application is provided; Figure 3 A cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the battery replacement station provided by some embodiments of the present application is provided.

[0075] As Figure 2 And Figure 3As shown, the embodiment of the present application provides a battery swap station. The battery swap station includes battery compartments 10 and a battery swap channel 30 arranged at intervals along a first direction X. The battery swap station further includes a transfer channel 40, a battery swap device 50, and a hoisting device 60. The transfer channel 40 is connected to the battery compartments 10 and the battery swap channel 30. The battery swap device 50 is used to replace the battery device at the bottom of the vehicle. At least part of the hoisting device 60 is arranged in the battery swap channel 30, and is used to transfer the battery device 70 to be stored in the compartment to the battery swap device 50 or transfer the battery device 70 transferred by the battery swap device 50.

[0076] The battery swap channel 30 is a channel for the vehicle to be replaced with a battery (such as a heavy truck) to enter and be able to replace the battery device 70 of the vehicle to be replaced with a battery. It is also a channel for a vehicle such as a truck carrying a battery device 70 to enter and be able to at least partially operate the above-mentioned battery compartment.

[0077] The ground of the battery swap channel 30 is generally hardened. The battery swap channel 30 is generally surrounded by a plurality of plate bodies or other components, and has at least one entrance and exit. The battery swap channel 30 can be provided with positioning devices such as laser positioning, camera, etc. or can not be provided with positioning devices, which can be determined according to the needs of use.

[0078] The battery swap channel 30 is generally a three-dimensional structure with a length direction, a width direction, and a height direction.

[0079] The first direction X can be the length direction of the battery swap channel 30, or the width direction of the battery swap channel 30, or other directions at an angle to the length direction or the width direction of the battery swap channel 30, which can be determined according to the needs of use.

[0080] The battery swap channel 30 and the battery compartment 10 are generally arranged on the ground, and the transfer channel 40 can be arranged on the ground, or below the ground, or part of it on the ground and part of it below the ground, which can be determined according to the needs of use. Regardless of how it is arranged, the transfer channel 40 is connected to the battery swap channel 30 and the battery compartment 10.

[0081] The transfer channel 40 is a channel for placing the battery swap device 50, and for the battery swap device 50 to transfer the battery device 70 from the battery swap channel 30 to the battery compartment 10, and to transfer the battery device 70 from the battery compartment 10 to the battery swap channel 30.

[0082] As described above, the battery swap device 50 includes a plurality of components, such as a mobile chassis, a mechanical arm, a clamp, a sensor, etc. The battery swap device 50 used to replace the battery device at the bottom of the vehicle means that the battery swap device 50 can disassemble the battery device at the bottom of the vehicle, or install the replaced battery device to the bottom of the vehicle.

[0083] The hoisting device 60 is used to clamp the battery device 70 and control the movement of the battery device 70. According to different design requirements and application scenarios, the battery swap station can adopt various types of hoisting devices 60. For example, the hoisting device 60 can include at least one of the following devices: a bridge crane, a gantry crane (also known as a gantry crane), a mobile crane, a mechanical arm, an electric hoist, a vacuum suction lifting device, a clamp lifting device, a lifting platform, a rail 6131 type lifting system, a spider crane (also known as a mini crane), etc.

[0084] Due to the hoisting device 60, a lifting device (such as a vacuum suction, a clamp, etc.) that is adapted to the shape and weight of the battery device 70 is generally provided. The lifting device uniformly bears the force on the contact surface with the battery device 70, which can reduce the risk of damage to the battery device 70 due to excessive local pressure to a certain extent. When a forklift and a lifting belt are used, the lifting belt cannot guarantee uniform distribution of the force on the battery device 70, which is easy to cause deformation of the shell of the battery device 70 or damage to the internal structure. In addition, the operation accuracy of the hoisting device 60 is generally higher than that of the forklift, which can stably operate in a complex environment (such as a narrow space, uneven ground), can make the battery device 70 move smoothly during hoisting, and can reduce human intervention and reduce the operation risk.

[0085] In addition, due to the hoisting device arranged in the battery swap channel 30, the battery in-out operation can be completed in the battery swap channel 30, without occupying the space outside the battery swap station, so that the land occupation area of the battery swap station is clear and easy to manage.

[0086] For ease of understanding, the use method of the battery swap station provided by the embodiments of the present application will be described:

[0087] When the in-out operation of the battery in-out operation is needed, the vehicle loaded with the battery device 70 is driven into the battery swap channel 30. Then the hoisting device 60 is used to transport the battery device 70 to the battery swap device 50, and then the battery swap device 50 transports the battery device 70 to the battery storage 10 through the transfer channel 40 for storage or charging.

[0088] When the out-of-battery operation of the battery in-out operation is needed, the battery device 70 in the battery storage 10 is transported to the battery swap channel 30 through the transfer channel 40 by the battery swap device 50, and then the battery device 70 is placed at a specified position by the battery swap device 50 and / or the hoisting device 60. The above-mentioned specified position can be a vehicle, a maintenance position, etc., which can be determined according to the use requirement.

[0089] When the battery replacement operation is performed, since the battery device of the heavy truck is generally arranged below the chassis, the installation and dismounting of the battery device need to be performed below the chassis of the vehicle. Since the transfer channel 40 can be arranged on the ground or below the ground, in the case where the part of the transfer channel 40 communicating with the battery replacement channel 30 is arranged below the ground, the battery replacement equipment 50 can at least partially extend into the part to replace the battery device of the heavy truck or other vehicle with the battery device arranged at the bottom. In the case where the transfer channel 40 is arranged on the ground, if the battery replacement equipment 50 can directly extend into the bottom of the vehicle to perform the battery replacement, the operation can be directly performed. If there is not enough space between the bottom of the vehicle and the ground for the battery replacement equipment 50 to perform the battery replacement operation, a hydraulic mechanism or other pushing mechanism capable of jacking up the heavy truck or other vehicle with the battery device arranged at the bottom can be arranged in the battery replacement channel 30 to facilitate the battery replacement operation of the battery replacement equipment 50, so that the battery replacement station provided in the embodiment is suitable for the replacement of the battery device of the heavy truck or other vehicle with the battery device arranged at the bottom.

[0090] In summary, the battery replacement station provided in the embodiment sets the transfer channel 40, at least the part of the transfer channel 40 communicating with the battery replacement channel 30 is arranged below the battery replacement channel 30 and communicates the battery replacement channel 30 and the battery compartment 10, and sets the hoisting device 60 in the battery replacement channel 30, so that the stable transfer of the battery device 70 can be realized. In this way, the battery replacement station provided in the embodiment is suitable for the replacement of the battery device of the heavy truck or other vehicle with the battery device arranged at the bottom, and can reduce the safety risk of the battery in-out compartment operation to a certain extent.

[0091] In addition, due to the use of the hoisting device 60, the battery replacement station provided in the embodiment can also reduce the risk of damage to the battery device 70 to a certain extent.

[0092] In the related art, the battery replacement station only performs ground hardening treatment on the bottom surface of the battery compartment 10 and the battery replacement equipment compartment 20. The ground hardening is performed by physically or chemically treating the ground to improve its strength, durability and aesthetics. Common hardening methods include concrete hardening, asphalt hardening, stone paving, chemical hardening agent treatment, etc. During the battery in-out compartment operation, the truck loaded with the battery device 70 is generally parked near the battery compartment 10. The position is outside the battery replacement station, and the parking position is not fixed, which will cause the area of the site required for battery replacement (including the area of the battery replacement station and the area of the truck parking area) to be not fixed. By adopting the scheme provided in the embodiment, the battery in-out compartment operation can be completed in the battery replacement station, without occupying the space outside the battery replacement station, so that the area of the site required for battery replacement can be determined, and the ground hardening and management are facilitated.

[0093] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the transfer channel 40 that communicates with the battery swapping channel 30 is located below the battery swapping channel 30. At least a portion of the battery swapping device 50 is located within the transfer channel 40.

[0094] The aforementioned transfer channel 40, at least the portion connected to the battery swapping channel 30, is located below the battery swapping channel 30, including at least the following situations: First, the entire transfer channel 40 is located underground, below the combined structure formed by the battery swapping channel 30 and the battery compartment 10. In this case, the transfer channel 40 can extend along a straight line, a curve, or an irregular line. The bottom surface of the transfer channel 40 can be parallel to the ground or at an angle to the ground. Second, the transfer channel 40 is set along a broken line or a curve. The portion of the transfer channel 40 connected to the battery swapping channel 30 is located below the battery swapping channel 30, while the other portions of the transfer channel 40 can be located on the ground, or partly on the ground and partly underground. In any case, generally, the portion of the transfer channel 40 connected to the battery swapping channel 30 is located below the battery swapping channel 30.

[0095] The fact that at least a portion of the battery swapping device 50 is located within the transfer channel 40 means that the battery swapping device 50 can be entirely located within the transfer channel 40, or partially located within the transfer channel 40 with another portion located outside the transfer channel 40. It is understood that when the entire battery swapping device 50 is located within the transfer channel 40, at least a portion of the battery swapping device 50, such as at least a portion of the robotic arm and the gripper, can extend out of the transfer channel 40 to facilitate the disassembly and installation of the battery device 70. When a portion of the battery swapping device 50 is located within the transfer channel 40 with another portion located outside the transfer channel 40, this can be achieved by having a portion of the sensors located within the battery swapping channel 30 and / or the battery compartment 10, or by having the robotic arm and the mobile chassis separated, with the robotic arm and gripper located within the battery swapping channel 30 and at least a portion of the mobile chassis located within the transfer channel 40. In other embodiments, other configuration methods may also be adopted, depending on the specific application requirements.

[0096] Since the battery device 70 of the heavy truck is located at the bottom of the vehicle body and the battery device 70 is heavy, the battery device needs to be installed and removed under the chassis of the vehicle. The transfer channel 40 is located at least below the battery swapping channel 30, which facilitates the replacement of the battery device 70 of the heavy truck. This makes the battery swapping station provided in this embodiment suitable for battery swapping of heavy trucks.

[0097] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the battery swapping channel 30 has a height direction Z. The hoisting device 60 includes a movable support 61, a lifting mechanism 62, and a hoisting clamp 63. The movable support 61 is disposed within the battery swapping channel 30.

[0098] Figure 4A partial structure diagram of the lifting mechanism in the battery swap station is provided for some embodiments of the present application. As shown in Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mobile bracket 61 has a movable part 611. The movable part 611 has the freedom to move along the first direction X and the second direction Y relative to the transfer channel 40. The lifting mechanism 62 is arranged on the movable part 611. The hoisting clamp 63 is arranged below the mobile bracket 61 and is connected with the lifting mechanism 62. The hoisting clamp 63 is used to clamp the battery device 70 and can move along the height direction of the battery swap channel 30 under the control of the lifting mechanism 62. The second direction Y is at an angle with the first direction X, and the second direction Y is perpendicular to the height direction Z of the battery swap channel 30.

[0099] The height direction of the battery swap channel 30 refers to the vertical extension of the battery swap channel 30 in its spatial dimension relative to the ground. When the ground is not flat, this height direction can be determined by means of a level, a plumb line, a laser level, a measuring instrument, a smartphone application, a right-angle ruler, or triangulation.

[0100] The mobile bracket 61 is generally located at the top of the hoisting device 60 and provides the movement ability and basic support of the lifting mechanism 62.

[0101] The mobile bracket 61 is generally composed of multiple parts, at least including a fixed part and a movable part 611. The fixed part is used to support the overall structure of the mobile bracket 61 and is generally connected with the entity structure in the battery swap channel 30 or can be connected with the ground. The movable part 611 is movably connected to the fixed part and has the freedom to move along the first direction X and the second direction Y relative to the transfer channel 40. The second direction Y can be any direction that is perpendicular to the height direction of the battery swap channel 30 and at an angle with the first direction X, which can be determined according to the needs of use. In some embodiments, the first direction X can be the width direction of the battery swap channel 30, and the second direction Y can be the length direction of the battery swap channel 30. In other embodiments, the first direction X can be the length direction of the battery swap channel 30, and the second direction Y can be a direction that is at a 45° angle with the length direction of the battery swap channel 30 and perpendicular to the height direction of the battery swap channel 30. In other embodiments, the first direction X and the second direction Y can also adopt other settings.

[0102] The movable part 611 can be connected to the fixed part through multiple moving mechanisms. For example, the movable part 611 can be connected to the fixed part through a first direction X moving mechanism and a second direction Y moving mechanism. The first direction X moving mechanism is used to realize the movement of the movable part 611 along the first direction X. The first direction X moving mechanism can include a driving motor and a sliding track 6131 arranged along the first direction X, or include a cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc. arranged along the first direction X. The second direction Y moving mechanism is used to realize the movement of the movable part 611 along the second direction Y. The second direction Y moving mechanism can include a driving motor and a sliding track 6131 arranged along the second direction Y, or include a cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc. arranged along the second direction Y. In other embodiments, the movable part 611 can also be connected to the fixed part through a third direction moving mechanism, which is used to realize the movement of the movable part 611 along a third direction. The third direction is at an angle with respect to the first direction X and the second direction Y, and is perpendicular to the height direction Z of the battery replacement channel 30. The third direction moving mechanism can include a driving motor and a sliding track 6131 arranged along the third direction, or include a cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc. arranged along the third direction. In other embodiments, the movable part 611 can also be connected to the fixed part in other ways, as long as it can move relative to the transfer channel 40 along the first direction X and the second direction Y.

[0103] The lifting mechanism 62 is used to control the lifting and lowering of the hoisting clamp 63, i.e., to control the movement of the hoisting clamp 63 relative to the bottom surface of the battery replacement channel 30 along the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30 or a direction at an angle with respect to the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30.

[0104] The hoisting clamp 63 is a clamp capable of clamping and releasing the battery device 70, and can be designed according to the shape, weight, etc. of the battery device 70 to be clamped.

[0105] The hoisting device 60 adopts the scheme provided in the embodiments, so that the hoisting clamp 63 can move relative to the ground of the battery replacement channel 30 along the first direction X, the second direction Y, and the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30, thereby facilitating the transfer of the battery device 70.

[0106] As shown in FIGS. Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the lifting mechanism 62 has a power device 621 and a flexible member 622 connected to the power device 621, and the hoisting clamp 63 is connected to the flexible member 622.

[0107] The flexible member 622 can be a rope, a chain, or other objects that can be completely deformed and used for hoisting, and can be determined according to the needs of use. The power device 621 can include a pulley block and a driving device (such as a motor or a winch), etc. The lifting and lowering of the hoisting clamp 63 can be realized by controlling the winding and releasing of the flexible member 622.

[0108] The lifting mechanism 62 adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, is convenient to operate, and enables the hoisting clamp 63 to not only move along the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30 relative to the battery replacement channel 30, but also move in other directions relative to the battery replacement channel 30, and enables the hoisting clamp to be obliquely arranged, so as to realize inclination adjustment, thereby facilitating the hoisting clamp 63 to adjust the position and inclination angle according to the position and placement mode of the battery device 70, and facilitating smooth battery in-out bin operation.

[0109] In some embodiments, the moving support 61 further includes a first support 612. The first support 612 is arranged in the battery replacement channel 30 and moves along the second direction Y. The movable part 611 is arranged in the first support 612 and moves along the first direction X.

[0110] The first support 612 and the movable part 611 can each be composed of one or more components. The first support 612 can be any frame body that can be arranged in the battery replacement channel 30 and move along the second direction Y. For example, in some embodiments, a track 6131 extending along the second direction Y can be arranged in the battery replacement channel 30, and the first support 612 can be a frame body with a sliding block (or a roller, etc.) and a motor, with the sliding block in sliding contact with the track 6131. In other embodiments, the first support 612 can be connected to a solid structure in the battery replacement channel 30 through a gas cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc., which are arranged along the second direction Y. In other embodiments, the first support 612 can also be installed in other ways through other structures.

[0111] The movable part 611 can also move along the first direction X in a similar manner to the first support 612.

[0112] The moving support 61 adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, and has a simple structure and is convenient to operate.

[0113] In some embodiments, the moving support 61 further includes a support frame 613. The support frame 613 is arranged in the battery replacement channel 30. The first support 612 is arranged in the support frame 613 and slides along the second direction Y.

[0114] The support frame 613 can be composed of one or more components and generally has a certain size in the first direction X and the second direction Y. The first support 612 can be arranged in the support frame 613 through a sliding block, a sliding rail structure, or a roller, etc.

[0115] The support frame 613 can provide support for the first support 612, facilitating connection of the first support 612 to structures in the battery replacement channel 30.

[0116] Figure 5 A partial structure schematic diagram of a battery replacement station provided for some embodiments of the application; Figure 6 is arranged in the battery replacement channel 30 and moves along the second direction Y. Figure 5A cross-sectional structure schematic view of the line A-A. As shown in some embodiments, the support frame 613 includes a track 6131 extending along the second direction Y, and the first support 612 is slidingly arranged on the track 6131. Figures 4 to 6

[0117] The track 6131 is generally in a long strip structure. The track 6131 extending along the second direction Y means that the length direction of the track 6131 extends along the second direction Y.

[0118] The support frame 613 adopts the scheme provided in the embodiment, and has simple structure and is convenient to install and manufacture.

[0119] In some embodiments, a plurality of tracks 6131 are provided, and the plurality of tracks 6131 are arranged at intervals along the first direction X.

[0120] In this way, the first support 612 and the track 6131 can have a plurality of connection points, and the stability of the movement of the moving support 61 can be improved to a certain extent.

[0121] In some embodiments, the support frame 613 further includes a carrier 6132 and a connecting piece 6133. The carrier 6132 is arranged above the track 6131 and is arranged at intervals with the track 6131. The carrier 6132 is connected with the battery replacement channel 30 and is connected with the track 6131 through the connecting piece 6133.

[0122] The carrier 6132 is a component in the support frame 613 for connecting with the entity structure of the battery replacement channel 30, and can be composed of one or more components. The connecting piece 6133 is a component for connecting the track 6131 and the carrier 6132.

[0123] The scheme provided in the embodiment can make the track 6131 not need to be directly connected with the entity structure in the battery replacement channel 30, but can be fixed in the battery replacement channel 30, so that most of the structure of the track 6131 can be used for sliding connection with the first support 612, and the stability of the movement of the moving support 61 can be improved to a certain extent.

[0124] In some embodiments, the carrier 6132 includes a plurality of carrier beams 61321. The carrier beams 61321 are arranged along the second direction Y, and the plurality of carrier beams 61321 are arranged correspondingly with the plurality of tracks 6131.

[0125] The carrier beam 61321 is in a long strip structure, and the carrier beam 61321 arranged along the second direction Y means that the length direction of the carrier beam 61321 is arranged along the second direction Y.

[0126] ​The plurality of bearing beams 61321 and the plurality of tracks 6131 are correspondingly arranged in at least the following cases: first, the plurality of bearing beams 61321 and the plurality of tracks 6131 correspond one-to-one, that is, the number of the two is the same and the positions correspond; second, the number of the bearing beams 61321 and the tracks 6131 is inconsistent, for example, the number of the bearing beams 61321 is greater than the number of the tracks 6131, at this time, the same track 6131 can be connected with one or more bearing beams 61321, for example, the number of the tracks 6131 is greater than the number of the bearing beams 61321, then the same bearing beam 61321 can be connected with one or more tracks 6131.

[0127] The bearing 6132 adopts the structure provided in the embodiment, which is simple in structure, and when assembled, the corresponding track 6131 and bearing beam 61321 can be connected first, and then the assembled assembly is installed to the top or upper part of the battery replacement channel 30, which is convenient for installation and maintenance.

[0128] In some embodiments, the same bearing beam 61321 is connected with the track 6131 through a plurality of connecting pieces 6133 arranged at intervals along the second direction Y.

[0129] In this way, the bearing beam 61321 and the track 6131 have a plurality of connection points, which can not only ensure the structural stability of the support frame 613, but also make the volume and weight of a single connecting piece 6133 smaller, which is convenient for assembly.

[0130] As shown in FIG. 13, in some embodiments, the first support 612 is a long strip structure arranged along the first direction X. Figure 4

[0131] The first support 612 can also adopt a track 6131 or other long strip structure. The long strip structure is a structure whose length direction size is obviously larger than the size of other directions. Obviously larger means more than 2 times the size of other directions.

[0132] The first support 612 adopts the structure provided in the embodiment, which is simple in structure and convenient for preparation and installation.

[0133] In some embodiments, the battery replacement channel 30 has a bottom surface. The distance a between the movable part 611 and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30 is greater than or equal to 4.8 m.

[0134] Since the height of a general heavy truck is between 2.5 meters and 4 meters, the specific height depends on the vehicle model, purpose and design; the height of an ordinary freight truck is relatively low, usually between 2.5 meters and 3 meters; the height of a self-unloading truck and a container truck is relatively high, usually between 3 meters and 4 meters.

[0135] ​The distance a between the movable part and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery replacement channel in the embodiment is greater than or equal to 4.8 m, so that most vehicles can enter the battery replacement channel 30 without contacting the movable part 611, thereby facilitating the entry and exit of the vehicle, and reducing the risk of damage to the lifting device 60.

[0136] As shown in Figure 2 some embodiments, the battery replacement channel 30, the battery compartment 10, and the transfer channel 40 each have a length direction. The length direction of the battery replacement channel 30 and the length direction of the battery compartment 10 are perpendicular to the first direction X, and the length direction of the transfer channel 40 is arranged along the first direction X.

[0137] The battery replacement channel 30, the battery compartment 10, and the transfer channel 40 each have a length direction, which means that the battery replacement channel 30, the battery compartment 10, and the transfer channel 40 each have a longest extension direction in their spatial dimensions.

[0138] Perpendicular to the first direction X can mean a 90° angle with the first direction X, or a 90° ± error angle (such as any degree within 10°) with the first direction X.

[0139] Arranged along the first direction X means that the length direction of the transfer channel 40 is parallel to the first direction X or has a 0° ± (such as any degree within 10°) angle with the first direction X.

[0140] Compared to arranging the first direction X along the width direction of the battery replacement channel 30 and / or the width direction of the battery compartment 10, the scheme provided in the embodiment can make the length of the transfer channel 40 smaller, which can reduce the distance moved by the battery replacement device 50 to transfer the battery device 70, thereby facilitating cost reduction.

[0141] As shown in Figure 2 some embodiments, the battery replacement channel 30 has two ends in the length direction thereof, one of which is an access end 30a, and the other of which is in communication with the transfer channel 40.

[0142] The access end 30a is an end that can be accessed by a vehicle, and has an opening through which the vehicle can pass.

[0143] When the vehicle replaces the battery, it can enter the battery replacement channel 30 through the access end 30a, and then leave through the access end 30a after the replacement of the battery device 70 is completed. The scheme provided in the embodiment makes the communication port of the transfer channel 40 and the access end 30a of the battery replacement channel 30 have a large distance, and the bottom surface of most of the area of the battery replacement channel 30 close to the access end 30a is a complete plane, so that the setting of the transfer channel 40 does not affect the stay and movement of the vehicle in the battery replacement channel 30 during the battery replacement and / or battery access compartment operation.

[0144] In some embodiments, the battery swapping station further includes a battery swapping equipment compartment 20, which is located between the battery compartment 10 and the transfer channel 40.

[0145] The battery swapping equipment compartment 20 is a component of the battery swapping station and may include containers, palletizing mechanisms, etc., depending on the specific needs. In addition to the battery compartment 10, battery swapping channel 30, and battery swapping equipment 50, the battery swapping station also includes the battery swapping equipment compartment 20, which allows for the installation of more equipment and the realization of more functions within the station.

[0146] According to some embodiments of this application, this application also provides a battery swapping station transfer device, including the battery swapping equipment 50 and the hoisting device 60 in the battery swapping station provided by any of the above schemes.

[0147] The battery swapping station transfer device provided in this application embodiment includes the battery swapping equipment 50 and the hoisting device 60 in any of the above solutions, and can achieve the same effect, which will not be described in detail here.

[0148] like Figures 2 to 6 As shown in the figure, one embodiment of this application provides a battery swapping station. The battery swapping station comprises a battery compartment 10, a battery swapping equipment compartment 20, and a battery swapping channel 30 arranged sequentially along a first direction X. It also includes a transfer channel 40, battery swapping equipment 50, and a hoisting device 60. The transfer channel 40 is connected to the battery compartment 10, the battery swapping equipment compartment 20, and the battery swapping channel 30, and at least a portion of the transfer channel 40 connected to the battery swapping channel 30 is located below the battery swapping channel 30. At least a portion of the battery swapping equipment 50 is located within the transfer channel 40. At least a portion of the hoisting device 60 is located within the battery swapping channel 30. The hoisting device 60 can be a light rail hoisting device 60, used for the loading and transfer of battery packs 70. The light rail hoisting device 60 adopts a cross-track layout 6131, allowing operation in both X and Y directions, enabling rapid transfer of battery packs 70 and maintenance of equipment within the battery swapping channel 30. In this embodiment, the battery pack 70 is hoisted and transferred by deploying the light rail hoisting device 60 at the top within the battery swapping channel 30. The light rail hoisting device 60 is manually operated and can move in the X, Y, and Z directions. The battery swapping equipment 50 is a battery swapping robot.

[0149] The battery replacement channel 30 has a height direction. The hoisting device 60 includes a moving support 61, a lifting mechanism 62, and a hoisting clamp 63. The moving support 61 is arranged in the battery replacement channel 30, and the moving support 61 has a movable part 611 that has a degree of freedom of movement relative to the transfer channel 40 along the first direction X and the second direction Y. The lifting mechanism 62 is arranged in the movable part 611. The hoisting clamp 63 is arranged below the moving support 61 and is connected to the lifting mechanism 62, and the hoisting clamp 63 is used to clamp the battery device 70 and can move along the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30 under the control of the lifting mechanism 62. The second direction Y is at an angle to the first direction X, and the second direction Y is perpendicular to the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30.

[0150] The lifting mechanism 62 has a power device 621 and a flexible member 622 connected to the power device 621, and the hoisting clamp 63 is connected to the lifting mechanism 62.

[0151] The moving support 61 further includes a first support 612. The first support 612 is arranged in the battery replacement channel 30 along the second direction Y. The movable part 611 is arranged in the first support 612 along the first direction X.

[0152] The moving support 61 further includes a support frame 613 arranged in the battery replacement channel 30, and the first support 612 is slidingly arranged in the support frame 613 along the second direction Y.

[0153] The support frame 613 includes a track 6131 extending along the second direction Y, and the first support 612 is slidingly arranged in the track 6131.

[0154] The support frame 613 further includes a carrier 6132 and a connecting member 6133. The carrier 6132 is arranged at the top of the battery replacement channel 30, and the carrier 6132 is arranged in a spaced manner with the track 6131 and is connected to the track 6131 through the connecting member 6133.

[0155] The track 6131 is provided in a plurality of tracks 6131 arranged in a spaced manner along the first direction X.

[0156] The carrier 6132 includes a plurality of carrier beams 61321 arranged along the second direction Y, and the plurality of carrier beams 61321 are arranged in a corresponding manner with the plurality of tracks 6131.

[0157] The same carrier beam 61321 is connected to the track 6131 through a plurality of connecting members 6133 arranged in a spaced manner along the second direction Y.

[0158] At least one connecting member 6133 has a size smaller than the size of the track 6131 connected thereto in the first direction X and the second direction Y.

[0159] The battery replacement channel 30, the battery compartment 10 and the transfer channel 40 each have a length direction, the length direction of the battery replacement channel 30 and the length direction of the battery compartment 10 are both perpendicular to the first direction X, and the length direction of the transfer channel 40 is arranged along the first direction X.

[0160] The battery replacement channel 30 has two ends in the length direction thereof, one of which is the access end 30a, and the other of which is in communication with the transfer channel 40.

[0161] The battery replacement channel 30 has a bottom surface, and the distance between the movable part 611 and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery replacement channel 30 is greater than or equal to 4.8 m.

[0162] When the vehicle needs to be replaced, the vehicle that needs to be replaced is directly opened to the battery replacement station.

[0163] If the vehicle to be replaced is a heavy truck, and the battery device 70 is arranged at the bottom of the vehicle, the vehicle can be parked at or near the communication position of the transfer channel 40 and the battery replacement channel 30, and then the battery replacement equipment 50 is controlled to disassemble the battery device 70 on the vehicle, and transfer the disassembled battery device 70 to the battery replacement equipment compartment 20, and then the equipment in the battery replacement equipment compartment 20 transfers and charges the battery device 70, and the battery replacement equipment 50 can also be controlled to take out the battery device 70 fully charged in the battery compartment 10 or the battery replacement equipment compartment 20, and transport it to the battery replacement channel 30 through the transfer channel 40, and then install the battery device 70 on the vehicle through the battery replacement equipment 50.

[0164] If the vehicle to be replaced is a light truck, and the battery device 70 is arranged above the chassis of the vehicle, the battery device 70 can be disassembled by the battery replacement equipment 50 or manually, and then transported to the transfer channel 40 by the hoisting device 60, and then transferred to the battery replacement equipment compartment 20 by the battery replacement equipment 50, and then the equipment in the battery replacement equipment compartment 20 transfers and charges the battery device 70, and the battery replacement equipment 50 can also be controlled to take out the battery device 70 fully charged in the battery compartment 10, and transport it to the battery replacement channel 30 through the transfer channel 40, and then place the battery device 70 on the vehicle through the battery replacement equipment 50 and / or the hoisting device 60, and connect and / or fix the battery device 70 through the battery replacement equipment 50 or manually.

[0165] When the battery needs to be put into the battery compartment, the vehicle with the battery device 70 is opened to the battery replacement station. Then the battery device 70 is transported to the transfer channel 40 by the hoisting device 60, and then transferred to the battery compartment 10 by the battery replacement equipment 50 for storage or charging.

[0166] When the battery needs to be taken out of the battery compartment for operation, the battery device 70 in the battery compartment 10 is transferred to the battery replacement channel 30 through the transfer channel 40 by the battery replacement equipment 50, and then the battery device 70 is placed in a designated position by the battery replacement equipment 50 and / or the hoisting device 60. The above-mentioned designated position can be on the vehicle, or a maintenance position, etc., which can be determined according to the needs of use.

[0167] In the field of heavy truck chassis battery replacement stations, the way of battery device 70 in and out of the battery compartment has a huge impact on the entire battery replacement station. Usually, a dedicated in-out battery compartment station is used. When the battery is taken in and out of the battery compartment, the vehicle needs to occupy the space outside the battery replacement station, which affects the land occupation of the battery replacement station. In the related art, the battery in and out of the battery compartment of the battery replacement station is carried out by a forklift and a lifting belt. The forklift lifting the battery device 70 has a huge risk of damage, and can only be intervened by manual operation, which also has a safety risk to the personnel. The battery replacement equipment 50 in the battery replacement channel 30 can only run at the bottom of the vehicle after installation due to its own heavy weight, and it is more troublesome and difficult to carry out battery in and out of the battery compartment and maintenance of the battery device 70 by conventional methods. The scheme provided in the embodiment can solve the above-mentioned problems, and is suitable for the in and out of the station of new and old battery devices 70 in the heavy truck chassis battery replacement station, and facilitates the maintenance and repair of the equipment in the battery replacement channel 30. The land occupation of the battery replacement station can be reduced. The battery replacement station provided in the embodiment is not only suitable for battery in and out of the battery compartment, but also suitable for heavy truck battery replacement, light truck battery replacement, or battery replacement of other vehicles, and has a wide range of applications.

[0168] Finally, it should be noted that: the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, and not to limit them; although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for part or all of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, and they should be covered in the scope of the claims and the specification of the present application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, each technical feature mentioned in each embodiment can be combined in any way. The present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A battery swap station, characterized by, The battery compartment and the battery replacement channel are arranged at intervals along a first direction, and the battery replacement device and the hoisting device are further included; the transfer channel is connected with the battery compartment and the battery replacement channel; the battery replacement device is used for replacing the battery device at the bottom of the vehicle; at least part of the hoisting device is arranged in the battery replacement channel, and the hoisting device is used for cooperating with the battery replacement device to transfer the battery device between the battery compartment and the battery replacement channel. 2.The battery swap station of claim 1, wherein, At least part of the transfer channel connected with the battery replacement channel is arranged below the battery replacement channel; at least part of the battery replacement device is arranged in the transfer channel. 3.The battery swap station of claim 1, wherein, The battery replacement channel has a height direction; the hoisting device includes a moving support, a lifting mechanism and a hoisting clamp; the moving support is arranged in the battery replacement channel, and has a movable part which has a freedom of movement along the first direction and a second direction relative to the transfer channel; the lifting mechanism is arranged in the movable part; the hoisting clamp is arranged below the moving support and connected with the lifting mechanism, and is used for clamping the battery device and moving along the height direction of the battery replacement channel under the control of the lifting mechanism; the second direction forms an angle with the first direction, and the second direction is perpendicular to the height direction of the battery replacement channel. 4.The battery swapping station of claim 3, wherein, The lifting mechanism has a power device and a flexible member connected with the power device, and the hoisting clamp is connected with the flexible member. 5.The battery swapping station of claim 3, wherein, The moving support further includes a first support; the first support is arranged in the battery replacement channel and moves along the second direction; the movable part is arranged in the first support and moves along the first direction. 6.The battery swapping station of claim 5, wherein, The moving support further includes a support frame; the support frame is arranged in the battery replacement channel; and the first support is arranged in the support frame and slides along the second direction. 7.The battery swapping station of claim 6, wherein, The support frame includes a track extending along the second direction; and the first support is arranged in the track and slides along the second direction. 8.The battery swapping station of claim 7, wherein, The track is provided in plurality, and the plurality of tracks are arranged at intervals along the first direction. 9.The battery swapping station of claim 7, wherein, The support frame further includes a bearing member and a connecting member; the bearing member is arranged above the track and arranged at intervals with the track; the bearing member is connected with the battery replacement channel and connected with the track through the connecting member. 10.The battery swapping station of claim 9, wherein, The bearing member includes a plurality of bearing beams; the bearing beams are arranged along the second direction; and the plurality of bearing beams are arranged correspondingly with the plurality of tracks. 11.The battery swapping station of claim 10, wherein, The same bearing beam is connected with the track through a plurality of connecting members arranged at intervals along the second direction. 12.The battery swapping station of claim 5, wherein, The first support has a long strip structure and is arranged along the first direction. 13.The battery swapping station of claim 3, wherein, The battery replacement channel has a bottom surface; and the spacing between the movable part and the bottom surface in the height direction of the battery replacement channel is greater than or equal to 4.8 m. 14.The battery swapping station of claim 1, wherein, The battery replacement channel, the battery compartment and the transfer channel all have a length direction; the length direction of the battery replacement channel and the length direction of the battery compartment are both perpendicular to the first direction; and the length direction of the transfer channel is arranged along the first direction.

15. The battery swap station of any one of claims 1-14, wherein, The battery replacement channel has two ends in the length direction of the battery replacement channel; one end is an access end; and the other end is connected with the transfer channel.

16. A battery swap station transfer device, comprising: The battery replacing device and the hoisting device in the battery replacing station according to any one of claims 1-15.

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