New energy truck battery replacement device

By designing a battery swapping device for new energy trucks, and adopting a screw fixing, rubber ring positioning, and vent valve structure, the problems of long charging waiting time and waterproofing/dustproofing for new energy trucks have been solved, achieving rapid battery swapping and improving device reliability.

CN224297134UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29WENYI PRECISION TECH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WENYI PRECISION TECH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-26
Publication Date
2026-05-29

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

At present, the charging equipment for new energy trucks is not perfect, resulting in excessively long charging waiting times. Furthermore, the compatibility of battery swapping devices with the truck structure, as well as issues related to dust and water resistance, have not been effectively resolved.

Method used

A battery swapping device for new energy trucks has been designed, comprising a box body, a box cover, rubber rings, a battery swapping connection device, and a vent valve. Through screw fixing, rubber ring positioning, and protective plate protection, it achieves rapid battery swapping and waterproof and dustproof functions.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid battery swapping, reduces vehicle waiting time, improves the reliability and service life of the device, solves waterproof and dustproof problems, and meets the needs of a fast-paced lifestyle.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a new energy truck battery replacing device, including box, box top installation has the box cover, and the box is installed with the rubber ring between the box cover, is equipped with the cavity in the box, and the bottom of cavity installs the mounting panel, and the electronic component and the connecting wire bundle are installed on the mounting panel, and one side of electronic component and connecting wire bundle is connected with the battery replacing connection device, and the battery replacing connection device installs at the bottom of box, and the other side of electronic component and connecting wire bundle is connected with the quick -witted connector, and the quick -witted connector installs at one side of box, and the quick -witted connector is connected with the battery pack, and one side of box is installed with the breather valve.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of new energy truck technology, and specifically relates to a battery swapping device for new energy trucks. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the worsening environmental degradation, the new energy electric vehicle industry has shown great development potential, the new energy market has risen rapidly, and new energy trucks have gradually entered the public eye. In the traditional automobile industry, most OEMs adopt a modular approach to purchase parts from component suppliers and then assemble them. The main difference between new energy trucks and traditional vehicles is that they use electric power instead of fuel engines. With the development of new energy technology, on-board chargers (OBC) and high-voltage distribution boxes (PDU) have become essential modules for new energy trucks.

[0003] Currently, people's demands for new energy vehicles are increasing. However, charging infrastructure is still inadequate, and the concentrated charging population leads to excessively long charging wait times. Against this backdrop, battery swapping technology has emerged. With its unique advantages, it can complete battery replacement in minutes, allowing vehicles with depleted power to be used quickly, significantly reducing waiting time and meeting the needs of a fast-paced lifestyle.

[0004] However, in practical applications, there are many technical challenges, such as the compatibility between the battery swapping device and the truck's structure, how to efficiently supply vehicle energy to various electrical devices at the rear end of the vehicle, and the dustproof and waterproofing issues of the battery swapping device's casing, all of which urgently need to be addressed. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the problems raised in the background art above, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a battery swapping device for new energy trucks.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A battery swapping device for new energy trucks includes a housing with a cover on top and a rubber ring between the housing and the cover. The housing contains a cavity with a mounting plate at the bottom. Electronic components and wiring harnesses are mounted on the mounting plate. A battery swapping connection device is connected to one side of the electronic components and wiring harnesses and is installed at the bottom of the housing. A fast-charging connector is connected to the other side of the electronic components and wiring harnesses and is installed on one side of the housing, connecting to a battery pack. A vent valve is also installed on one side of the housing.

[0008] Furthermore, the lid has several mounting holes, each containing a first screw. The lid is secured to the box body using these first screws. The top of the box body has an outwardly bent mounting base with screw holes that match the first screws. The first screws are then secured to these screw holes. This structural design facilitates locking and fixing during installation.

[0009] Furthermore, the top of the mounting base has several protrusions, and the rubber ring has a positioning groove at the corresponding protrusion. The rubber ring is positioned and installed on the protrusion of the mounting base through the positioning groove. This structural design enables the rubber ring to achieve a positioning installation effect.

[0010] Furthermore, a second screw is installed on the outside of the battery swapping connection device, and the battery swapping connection device is locked to the bottom of the housing by the second screw. This structural design facilitates the fixed installation of the battery swapping connection device.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the enclosure is fitted with a protective plate on the outside of the battery swapping connection device. This structural design protects the battery swapping connection device while facilitating storage and transportation.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model integrates a fast charging connector and a battery swapping device, which not only meets the charging requirements of the standard interface but also provides a battery swapping function. Battery swapping can be completed in about 5-10 minutes, greatly reducing vehicle waiting time and effectively solving the problem of excessively long charging waiting time for new energy trucks at this stage, thus better meeting the needs of a fast-paced life. Through the setting of the vent valve, while achieving waterproof function, it ensures that the air pressure inside and outside the box is consistent, effectively preventing condensation caused by the difference in temperature and air pressure inside and outside. This solves the problems of waterproofing the shell and preventing condensation, improving the reliability and service life of the battery swapping device. By setting a rubber ring between the box and the lid, good sealing between the box and the lid is ensured, achieving a dustproof effect. Attached Figure Description

[0013] This utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments given in the accompanying drawings;

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the axle side structure of a battery swapping device for a new energy truck according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a battery swapping device for a new energy truck according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 3 This is an enlarged structural diagram of point A of a new energy truck battery swapping device according to an embodiment of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of a battery swapping device for a new energy truck according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] The symbols for the main components are explained below:

[0019] 1. Box body; 2. Box cover; 3. Rubber ring; 4. Cavity; 5. Mounting plate; 6. Electronic components and connecting wire harness; 7. Battery swapping connection device; 8. Fast charging connector; 9. Vent valve; 10. Mounting hole; 11. First screw; 12. Mounting base; 13. Screw hole; 14. Protrusion; 15. Positioning groove; 16. Second screw; 17. Protective plate. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model discloses a battery swapping device for a new energy truck. A cover 2 is installed on the top of the box body 1, and a rubber ring 3 is installed between the box body 1 and the cover 2. A cavity 4 is provided inside the box body 1, and an mounting plate 5 is installed at the bottom of the cavity 4. Electronic components and connecting wire harnesses 6 are installed on the mounting plate 5. A battery swapping connection device 7 is connected to one side of the electronic components and connecting wire harnesses 6. The battery swapping connection device 7 is installed at the bottom of the box body 1. A fast charging connector 8 is connected to the other side of the electronic components and connecting wire harnesses 6. The fast charging connector 8 is installed on one side of the box body 1 and is connected to the battery pack. A vent valve 9 is installed on one side of the box body 1.

[0022] Preferably, the cover 2 has several mounting holes 10, and a first screw 11 is installed in each of the mounting holes 10. The cover 2 is locked onto the box body 1 by the first screw 11. The top of the box body 1 has an outwardly bent mounting base 12, and the mounting base 12 has screw holes 13 that match the first screw 11. The first screw 11 is locked onto the screw holes 13. This structural design facilitates locking and fixing installation.

[0023] Preferably, the top of the mounting base 12 is provided with several protrusions 14, and the rubber ring 3 is provided with positioning grooves 15 at the corresponding protrusions 14. The rubber ring 3 is positioned and installed at the protrusions 14 of the mounting base 12 through the positioning grooves 15. This structural design enables the rubber ring 3 to achieve the effect of positioning and installation.

[0024] Preferably, a second screw 16 is installed on the outside of the battery swapping connection device 7, and the battery swapping connection device 7 is locked onto the bottom of the housing 1 by the second screw 16. This structural design facilitates the fixed installation of the battery swapping connection device 7.

[0025] Preferably, a protective plate 17 is installed on the bottom of the housing 1 on the outside of the battery swapping connection device 7. This structural design protects the battery swapping connection device 7 and facilitates storage and transportation.

[0026] In this embodiment, the battery swapping connection device 7 is fixed to the bottom of the housing 1 by the second screw 16. Since the battery swapping connection device 7 is at the bottom of the housing 1, a protective plate 17 is added to facilitate storage and transportation. The fast charging connector 8 is connected to the battery pack and is connected to the corresponding interface of the truck through the battery swapping connection device 7 to supply power from the battery pack to the power equipment at the rear of the vehicle. When the truck battery is out of power, it can be taken to the battery swapping station and the battery swapping connection device 7 can be removed and replaced together with the battery by direct plugging and unplugging. The battery swapping can be completed in 5-10 minutes, thus quickly replacing the dead battery with a charged battery, greatly reducing the vehicle waiting time. The replaced battery pack components can be charged at the battery swapping station through the battery swapping connection device 7, thereby realizing the recycling of the battery pack.

[0027] In the installation of the box body 1 and the box cover 2, the box cover 2 is provided with several mounting holes 10. The first screw 11 is passed through the mounting hole 10. At this time, the screw hole 13 on the mounting base 12, which is bent outward at the top of the box body 1, corresponds to the mounting hole 10. The first screw 11 is tightened and installed in the screw hole 13, thereby firmly locking the box cover 2 onto the box body 1, realizing a tight connection between the two. This structural design facilitates installation and ensures the firmness of the connection. At the same time, several protrusions 14 are provided on the top of the mounting base 12, and the rubber ring 3 is provided with a positioning groove 15 at the corresponding protrusion 14. The positioning groove 15 of the rubber ring 3 is aligned with the protrusion 14 of the mounting base 12, so that the rubber ring 3 is positioned and installed between the two. This design ensures the accurate installation of the rubber ring 3 and ensures good sealing between the box body 1 and the box cover 1.

[0028] Next, the internal components are installed. An installation plate 5 is installed at the bottom of the cavity 4. Electronic components and connecting harnesses 6 are installed in an orderly manner on the installation plate 5. One side of the electronic components and connecting harnesses 6 is connected to the battery swapping connection device 7. A second screw 16 is provided on the outside of the battery swapping connection device 7. Tighten the second screw 16 to make the battery swapping connection device 7 firmly installed at the bottom of the box 1, thus completing the fixed installation of the battery swapping connection device 7. The other side of the electronic components and connecting harnesses 6 is connected to the fast charging connector 8. The fast charging connector 8 is installed on one side of the box 1 and can be connected to the battery pack in the future to realize the transmission of electrical energy.

[0029] Finally, a vent valve 9 is installed on one side of the housing 1. The vent valve 9 connects the cavity 4 with the outside world. While being waterproof, the vent valve 9 can connect the cavity 4 with the outside world to ensure that the air pressure inside and outside the product is consistent, effectively preventing condensation inside the product due to factors such as temperature and air pressure.

[0030] Among them, the lid 2, the body 1, and the protective plate 17 are all made of sheet metal and the material is SPCC. Since it is a sheet metal process, there is no need to invest in molds, so the investment in product development is relatively small and the results are flexible.

[0031] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A battery swapping device for new energy trucks, characterized in that: The enclosure includes a housing (1), a cover (2) installed on the top of the housing (1), a rubber ring (3) installed between the housing (1) and the cover (2), a cavity (4) inside the housing (1), an mounting plate (5) installed at the bottom of the cavity (4), electronic components and connecting wire harnesses (6) installed on the mounting plate (5), a battery swapping connection device (7) connected to one side of the electronic components and connecting wire harnesses (6), the battery swapping connection device (7) installed at the bottom of the housing (1), a fast charging connector (8) connected to the other side of the electronic components and connecting wire harnesses (6), the fast charging connector (8) installed on one side of the housing (1), the fast charging connector (8) connected to the battery pack, and a vent valve (9) installed on one side of the housing (1).

2. The battery swapping device for new energy trucks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover (2) is provided with a plurality of mounting holes (10), and a first screw (11) is installed in the plurality of mounting holes (10). The cover (2) is locked onto the box body (1) by the first screw (11). The top of the box body (1) is provided with an outwardly bent mounting seat (12). The mounting seat (12) is provided with a screw hole (13) that matches the first screw (11). The first screw (11) is locked onto the screw hole (13).

3. The battery swapping device for new energy trucks according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the mounting base (12) is provided with several protrusions (14), and the rubber ring (3) is provided with positioning grooves (15) at the corresponding protrusions (14). The rubber ring (3) is positioned and installed at the protrusions (14) of the mounting base (12) through the positioning grooves (15).

4. A battery swapping device for new energy trucks according to claim 3, characterized in that: A second screw (16) is installed on the outside of the battery swapping connection device (7), and the battery swapping connection device (7) is locked to the bottom of the housing (1) by the second screw (16).

5. A battery swapping device for new energy trucks according to claim 4, characterized in that: The bottom of the enclosure (1) is fitted with a protective plate (17) on the outside of the power swapping connection device (7).