Liquid cooling energy storage terminal with matching expansion structure

By designing a liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with an expansion structure, the problem of poor flexibility in the use of existing energy storage terminals is solved, enabling rapid assembly, expansion, and safety protection, thereby improving the flexibility and safety of energy storage terminals.

CN224177380UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28SHANGHAI CHUCHU ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANGHAI CHUCHU ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-02-28
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

The lack of flexibility in the use of existing energy storage terminals hinders their widespread application.

Method used

The design features a liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating and expansion structure, including a liquid-cooled temperature control component, a cold liquid circulation component, a plug-in cover component, a socket support component, and a plug-in buffer component. It enables rapid assembly and expansion through detachable connections and uses elastic material buffer gaskets to protect the battery cells, ensuring safety and stability.

Benefits of technology

It enhances the flexibility and safety of energy storage terminals, enables rapid assembly and expansion, ensures stable cooling performance, protects energy storage cells, and adapts to different needs.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a matching expansion structure, which comprises an energy storage main body assembly, a liquid-cooled temperature control assembly, a cold liquid circulation assembly, a plug-in cover protection assembly, a socket support cushion assembly and a plug-in buffer assembly, and the liquid-cooled temperature control assembly of the energy storage terminal is mounted in a detachable manner, so that the energy storage terminal is convenient to disassemble, assemble and maintain; the liquid cooling module is in close contact with the energy storage battery cells, efficient cooling can be achieved, the battery cells are prevented from being overheated, the safety of the system is improved, the service life of the system is prolonged, circulation of cooling liquid is achieved through a circulation host and a pipeline, the stable heat dissipation effect is ensured, and the adjacent energy storage main body assemblies can be rapidly connected through the matched connection structure of the plug-in cover protection assembly and the socket supporting cushion assembly. Through the matching design of the socket convex ring and the plug convex ring, the adjacent cabinets are prevented from applying pressure to the circulating host, the structure stability is ensured, the buffer gasket is made of an elastic material, vibration and impact can be effectively absorbed, the energy storage battery cell and the main body cabinet are protected, and the energy storage capacity and the cooling capacity can be flexibly adjusted according to requirements.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to energy storage devices, and more particularly to a liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure. Background Technology

[0002] Patent document CN215988990U discloses an energy storage terminal, which includes a first frame, a second frame, and multiple panels. The first frame includes a first support frame and a limiting rod; the limiting rod is detachably mounted on the first support frame. The second frame is placed inside the first frame and is detachably mounted on the limiting rod. The second frame is used to house the energy storage power source. Multiple panels are respectively disposed on the top, bottom, and multiple sides of the first frame. The arrangement of the first frame, limiting rod, and second frame improves the impact resistance of the energy storage terminal. By making the first frame the load-bearing body, the service life of the energy storage terminal is increased, further enhancing the safety of the battery system. However, this energy storage terminal can only be installed and used independently, resulting in poor flexibility and hindering its widespread application. Therefore, it is necessary to optimize its structure to overcome the aforementioned shortcomings. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure to improve its flexibility of use.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure, comprising:

[0006] An energy storage main component, which has an assembly space and contains energy storage cells for storing electrical energy;

[0007] The liquid-cooled temperature control component is installed in the main energy storage component through a detachable connection structure and corresponds to the position of the energy storage cell in the main energy storage component, and can perform cooling operation on the energy storage cell.

[0008] A coolant circulation assembly is installed in the energy storage unit and works in conjunction with a liquid-cooled temperature control assembly. The liquid-cooled circulation assembly supplies coolant to the liquid-cooled temperature control assembly, so that the coolant circulates between the liquid-cooled temperature control assembly and the coolant circulation assembly.

[0009] A plug-in protective assembly is installed in the main energy storage assembly and corresponds to the position of the liquid cooling circulation assembly. The plug-in protective assembly provides shielding protection for the liquid cooling circulation assembly.

[0010] A socket support assembly is installed in the main energy storage assembly. It corresponds to the position of the plug cover assembly and is adapted to the shape of the socket support assembly. The plug cover assembly and the socket support assembly can be connected to each other so that adjacent main energy storage assemblies can be joined together.

[0011] A plug-in buffer assembly is installed in the plug-in cover assembly and is adapted to the shape of the socket support assembly. The plug-in buffer assembly buffers the mating parts of the plug-in cover assembly and the socket support assembly.

[0012] Specifically, the main components of energy storage include:

[0013] The main cabinet is formed by the enclosure of rods and plates. The energy storage cells and liquid cooling temperature control components are installed inside the main cabinet, while the liquid cooling circulation components, plug-in cover components, and socket support components are installed outside the main cabinet. The side of the main cabinet has a plug-in recess. There is a set of plug-in recesses, each extending laterally into the main cabinet and arranged sequentially vertically in the main cabinet, separating adjacent energy storage cells.

[0014] The liquid cooling temperature control components include:

[0015] The liquid cooling module is provided in a set. Each liquid cooling module is adapted to the shape of the plug-in recess. Its inner end is inserted into the plug-in recess and abuts against the adjacent energy storage cell. Its outer end is connected to the outer wall of the main cabinet by locking bolts. The liquid cooling module performs cooling and temperature reduction operation on the energy storage cell in the main cabinet.

[0016] The coolant circulation assembly includes:

[0017] The circulating unit is installed on the top of the main cabinet, protruding outwards from the main cabinet and connected to the liquid cooling module through pipes. The circulating unit supplies coolant to the liquid cooling module, allowing the coolant to circulate between the liquid cooling module and the circulating unit.

[0018] The plug-in cover assembly includes:

[0019] The plug-in protrusion ring is installed on the top of the main cabinet, surrounds the outside of the circulating host, and protrudes upwards from the main cabinet. Its height is greater than that of the circulating host, and the plug-in protrusion ring provides shielding protection for the circulating host.

[0020] The socket support assembly includes:

[0021] The socket protrusion ring is installed at the bottom of the main cabinet and protrudes downwards from the main cabinet. Its shape is adapted to the plug-in protrusion ring. The plug-in protrusion ring on the adjacent main cabinet can be inserted into the socket protrusion ring. The height of the socket protrusion ring is less than the height of the plug-in protrusion ring to avoid the bottom of the adjacent main cabinet from applying pressure to the circulating host, so as to ensure the safety of the energy storage cell.

[0022] The plug-in buffer assembly includes:

[0023] The buffer washer is installed on the top of the main cabinet and covers the outer wall of the plug-in protrusion ring. It is made of elastic material. When the plug-in protrusion ring is inserted into the socket protrusion ring, the buffer washer is placed between the main cabinet and the socket protrusion ring. The buffer washer buffers the end face of the main cabinet and the socket protrusion ring to ensure the safety of the energy storage cell.

[0024] In one embodiment of this utility model, a forklift insertion hole is provided on the side of the socket protrusion ring for inserting forklift forks to safely and stably transport the main cabinet.

[0025] The advantages of this utility model are:

[0026] The liquid-cooled temperature control components of this energy storage terminal are installed in a detachable manner, facilitating disassembly, replacement, and maintenance. The liquid-cooled module is in close contact with the energy storage cells, enabling efficient cooling, preventing cell overheating, and improving system safety and lifespan. Coolant circulation is achieved through the circulation unit and pipelines, ensuring stable heat dissipation. The mating structure of the plug-in cover assembly and the socket support assembly allows for quick connection between adjacent energy storage main components, facilitating expansion and assembly. The mating design of the socket protrusion ring and the plug protrusion ring prevents adjacent cabinets from exerting pressure on the circulation unit, ensuring structural stability. The buffer gaskets are made of elastic material, effectively absorbing vibration and impact, protecting the energy storage cells and the main cabinet, and allowing the system to flexibly adjust energy storage capacity and cooling capacity according to needs. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a front structural schematic diagram of the liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure proposed in this utility model.

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the liquid-cooled energy storage terminal. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely represents selected embodiments of the utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0030] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure proposed in this utility model includes an energy storage main component, a liquid-cooled temperature control component, a coolant circulation component, a plug-in cover component, a socket support component, and a plug-in buffer component. The energy storage main component has an assembly space and contains an energy storage cell for storing electrical energy. The liquid-cooled temperature control component is installed in the energy storage main component via a detachable connection structure and corresponds to the position of the energy storage cell within the energy storage main component, enabling cooling of the energy storage cell. The coolant circulation component is installed in the energy storage main component and cooperates with the liquid-cooled temperature control component, supplying coolant to the liquid-cooled temperature control component to achieve the desired cooling effect. The coolant circulates between the liquid-cooled temperature control component and the coolant circulation component. The plug-in cover component is installed in the main energy storage component and corresponds to the position of the liquid-cooled circulation component. The plug-in cover component provides shielding protection for the liquid-cooled circulation component. The socket support component is installed in the main energy storage component and corresponds to the position of the plug-in cover component. Its shape is adapted to the socket support component. The plug-in cover component and the socket support component can be mated to each other, so that adjacent main energy storage components can be joined together. The plug-in buffer component is installed in the plug-in cover component and is adapted to the shape of the socket support component. The plug-in buffer component provides buffering at the mating part of the plug-in cover component and the socket support component.

[0031] In this embodiment, the main energy storage component includes a main cabinet 100, which is formed by the enclosure of rods and plates. The energy storage cells and liquid cooling temperature control components are installed inside the main cabinet, while the liquid cooling circulation components, plug-in cover components, and socket support components are installed outside the main cabinet. The side of the main cabinet is provided with plug-in recesses. There is a set of plug-in recesses, each extending laterally into the main cabinet and arranged sequentially vertically in the main cabinet, separating adjacent energy storage cells.

[0032] The liquid-cooled temperature control assembly includes a liquid-cooling module 200. A set of liquid-cooling modules is provided, each module being adapted to the shape of a plug-in recess. Its inner end inserts into the recess and abuts against an adjacent energy storage cell, while its outer end is connected to the outer wall of the main cabinet via locking bolts. The liquid-cooling module cools the energy storage cells within the main cabinet. In this embodiment, the liquid-cooling module has a cooling coil inside, through which coolant flows for cooling. Its structure and operating principle utilize existing technology and are therefore not described in detail. Each liquid-cooling module is equipped with an operating handle 210 for easy disassembly and assembly.

[0033] The coolant circulation assembly includes a circulation host 300, which is mounted on the top of the main cabinet and protrudes outwards. It is connected to the liquid cooling modules via pipes, supplying coolant to the liquid cooling modules and circulating the coolant between them. In this embodiment, the circulation host is connected in parallel to each liquid cooling module via insulated pipes, allowing for the separate supply of coolant to each module. Its structure and operating principle utilize existing technology and are therefore not described in detail.

[0034] The plug-in cover assembly includes a plug-in protrusion ring 400, which is installed on the top of the main cabinet, surrounds the outside of the circulating host, and protrudes upwards from the main cabinet. Its height is greater than the height of the circulating host, and the plug-in protrusion ring provides cover protection for the circulating host.

[0035] The socket support assembly includes a socket protrusion ring 500, which is installed at the bottom of the main cabinet and protrudes downwards from the main cabinet. Its shape is adapted to the insertion protrusion ring. The insertion protrusion ring on the adjacent main cabinet can be inserted into the socket protrusion ring. The height of the socket protrusion ring is less than the height of the insertion protrusion ring to avoid the bottom of the adjacent main cabinet from applying pressure to the circulating host, so as to ensure the safety of the energy storage cell.

[0036] The plug-in buffer assembly includes a buffer washer, which is installed on the top of the main cabinet and covers the outer wall of the plug-in protrusion. The buffer washer is made of an elastic material. When the plug-in protrusion is inserted into the socket protrusion, the buffer washer is positioned between the main cabinet and the socket protrusion, providing cushioning to the end faces of the main cabinet and the socket protrusion to ensure the safety of the energy storage cells. In this embodiment, the buffer washer is made of rubber.

[0037] In this embodiment, a forklift insertion hole 510 is provided on the side of the socket protrusion ring for inserting forklift forks to safely and stably transport the main cabinet.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that when terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "left," and "right" appear to indicate orientation or positional relationships, they should be understood as being based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationships commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use, or the orientation or positional relationships commonly understood by those skilled in the art. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, when terms such as "first" and "second" appear, they are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, terms such as "installation," "setting," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure, characterized in that, include: An energy storage main component, which has an assembly space and contains energy storage cells for storing electrical energy; The liquid-cooled temperature control component is installed in the main energy storage component through a detachable connection structure and corresponds to the position of the energy storage cell in the main energy storage component, and can perform cooling operation on the energy storage cell. A coolant circulation assembly is installed in the energy storage unit and works in conjunction with a liquid-cooled temperature control assembly. The liquid-cooled circulation assembly supplies coolant to the liquid-cooled temperature control assembly, so that the coolant circulates between the liquid-cooled temperature control assembly and the coolant circulation assembly. A plug-in protective assembly is installed in the main energy storage assembly and corresponds to the position of the liquid cooling circulation assembly. The plug-in protective assembly provides shielding protection for the liquid cooling circulation assembly. A socket support assembly is installed in the main energy storage assembly. It corresponds to the position of the plug cover assembly and is adapted to the shape of the socket support assembly. The plug cover assembly and the socket support assembly can be connected to each other so that adjacent main energy storage assemblies can be joined together. A plug-in buffer assembly is installed in the plug-in cover assembly and is adapted to the shape of the socket support assembly. The plug-in buffer assembly buffers the mating parts of the plug-in cover assembly and the socket support assembly.

2. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main components of energy storage include: The main cabinet is formed by the enclosure of rods and plates. The energy storage cells and liquid cooling temperature control components are installed inside the main cabinet, while the liquid cooling circulation components, plug-in cover components, and socket support components are installed outside the main cabinet. The side of the main cabinet has a plug-in recess. There is a set of plug-in recesses, each extending laterally into the main cabinet and arranged sequentially vertically in the main cabinet, separating adjacent energy storage cells.

3. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The liquid cooling temperature control components include: The liquid cooling module is provided in a set. Each liquid cooling module is adapted to the shape of the plug-in recess. Its inner end is inserted into the plug-in recess and abuts against the adjacent energy storage cell. Its outer end is connected to the outer wall of the main cabinet by locking bolts.

4. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The coolant circulation assembly includes: The circulating unit is installed on the top of the main cabinet, protruding outwards from the main cabinet and connected to the liquid cooling module through pipes.

5. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The plug-in cover assembly includes: A plug-in protrusion ring is installed on the top of the main cabinet, surrounds the outside of the circulating host, and protrudes upwards from the main cabinet, with a height greater than that of the circulating host.

6. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The socket support assembly includes: The socket protrusion ring is installed at the bottom of the main cabinet and protrudes downwards from the main cabinet. Its shape is adapted to the plug-in protrusion ring. The plug-in protrusion ring on the adjacent main cabinet can be inserted into the socket protrusion ring. The height of the socket protrusion ring is less than the height of the plug-in protrusion ring.

7. A liquid-cooled energy storage terminal with a mating extension structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The plug-in buffer assembly includes: The buffer washer is installed on the top of the main cabinet and covers the outer wall of the plug-in protrusion ring. It is made of elastic material. When the plug-in protrusion ring is inserted into the socket protrusion ring, the buffer washer is placed between the main cabinet and the socket protrusion ring.

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