Counterbalanced fork truck structure powered by methanol

Abstract

The utility model discloses a balanced heavy fork truck structure through methanol energy supply, including frame, set up in the drive wheel group of frame one end, set up in the steering wheel group of frame other end, set up in the hydraulic oil tank of frame one side, set up in the methanol oil tank of frame other side, the counterweight is provided with above steering wheel group, and the engine module is provided with between the hydraulic oil tank and methanol oil tank, and the engine module is connected with ignition module and transmission module, and steering wheel group is connected in transmission module through the steering axle, and drive wheel group is connected in transmission module through the drive axle, and the counterweight below is provided with electrical module and hydraulic station, and hydraulic station is connected in the hydraulic oil tank, and drive wheel group above is provided with transport device, and the engine module is connected in methanol oil tank, this device effectively solves methanol fuel fuel cell system arrangement problem, and because methanol is as clean efficient energy, neither pure battery fork truck endurance short, charging slow problem, also does not exist hydrogen fuel cell fork truck storage transport high risk problem.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of counterbalance forklift structure, specifically relating to a counterbalance forklift structure powered by methanol. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of modern industrial warehousing and logistics, forklifts, as important industrial handling vehicles, are widely used in the transportation and loading and unloading of large objects, playing a key role in improving warehousing and logistics efficiency. Currently, according to the power source, forklifts are mainly divided into two categories: internal combustion engine forklifts and electric forklifts. Electric forklifts are further subdivided into pure battery forklifts, hydrogen fuel cell forklifts, and other types.

[0003] With increasingly stringent environmental protection requirements, electric forklifts are gradually becoming a market trend due to their advantages such as low pollution and low noise. However, existing electric forklifts have certain limitations in terms of power supply methods. Pure battery forklifts have problems such as limited range and long charging time. Although hydrogen fuel cell forklifts have advantages in range and refueling time, the storage and transportation of hydrogen pose high safety risks and costs.

[0004] Methanol, as a clean, efficient, and widely available energy source, could provide a new solution for powering forklifts if applied to their power systems. However, in existing technologies, the compact overall design of forklifts and extremely limited space make it difficult to rationally arrange the power, electronic control, and hydraulic systems on forklifts. This not only limits the application of methanol fuel in forklifts but also restricts further improvements in forklift performance. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol to solve the technical problem of the inconvenience of arranging methanol fuel-powered systems on forklifts. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address some or all of the technical problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol, including a frame, a drive wheel assembly disposed at one end of the frame, a steering wheel assembly disposed at the other end of the frame, a hydraulic oil tank disposed on one side of the frame, and a methanol oil tank disposed on the other side of the frame, wherein:

[0006] A counterweight is installed above the steering wheel assembly. An engine module is installed between the hydraulic oil tank and the methanol oil tank. The engine module is connected to an ignition module and a transmission module. The steering wheel assembly is connected to the transmission module via a steering axle. The drive wheel assembly is connected to the transmission module via a drive axle. An electrical module and a hydraulic station are installed below the counterweight. The hydraulic station is connected to the hydraulic oil tank. A transport device is installed above the drive wheel assembly. The engine module is connected to the methanol oil tank.

[0007] In one specific embodiment, in the above-mentioned counterbalance forklift structure powered by methanol, a cab is provided above the frame. The cab includes a support frame provided above the frame, a top guard provided on the top of the support frame, and a driver's seat provided between the top guard and the frame. The engine module is provided below the driver's seat.

[0008] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol, the drive wheel set is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the drive axle, and the steering wheel set is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the steering wheel.

[0009] In one specific embodiment, in the above-mentioned counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol, a tilting cylinder is provided between the transport device and the frame, and the tilting cylinder is connected to the hydraulic station.

[0010] The counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol of this invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0011] This device optimizes the layout of forklift components, placing the engine module between the hydraulic oil tank and the methanol oil tank, and the electrical module and hydraulic station below the counterweight. This effectively solves the layout problem of methanol fuel-electric systems, making full use of limited space. Furthermore, since methanol is a clean and efficient energy source, compared to traditional electric forklift power supply methods, it avoids the problems of short range and slow charging of pure battery forklifts, as well as the high risks and high costs of storage and transportation associated with hydrogen fuel cell forklifts. This reduces environmental pollution, meets environmental protection requirements, and improves the forklift's range and work efficiency, ensuring operational stability and maneuverability, making it highly practical. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only for further understanding of the embodiments of this utility model and constitute a part of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0013] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol according to this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cab structure in the counterbalanced forklift powered by methanol according to this utility model.

[0015] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0016] 1-Chassis, 11-Transportation device, 2-Hydraulic oil tank, 21-Hydraulic station, 3-Drive wheel set, 31-Drive axle, 4-Steering wheel set, 41-Steering axle, 5-Methanol oil tank, 51-Ignition module, 52-Transmission module, 6-Cabin, 61-Support frame, 62-Roof guard, 63-Driver's seat, 7-Electrical module, 8-Engine module, 9-Counterweight. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0018] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, this utility model discloses a counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol, including a frame 1, a drive wheel assembly 3 located at one end of the frame 1, a steering wheel assembly 4 located at the other end of the frame 1, a hydraulic oil tank 2 located on one side of the frame 1, and a methanol oil tank 5 located on the other side of the frame 1. The frame 1 serves as the basic support structure of the forklift, providing a mounting carrier for other components. The hydraulic oil tank 2 stores the hydraulic oil required by the hydraulic system, and the methanol oil tank 5 provides fuel for the engine module 8. A counterweight 9 is installed above the steering wheel assembly 4 to balance the center of gravity of the forklift when transporting goods, ensuring the stability of the forklift. The engine module 8 is located between the hydraulic oil tank 2 and the methanol oil tank 5, and the engine module 8 provides power to the forklift. The core components are: engine module 8 connected to ignition module 51 and transmission module 52; ignition module 51 precisely controls the combustion and ignition process of methanol to ensure stable engine operation; steering wheel assembly 4 connected to transmission module 52 via steering axle 41 to achieve steering operation; drive wheel assembly 3 connected to transmission module 52 via drive axle 31 to obtain power for the forklift's forward and backward movement; electrical module 7 and hydraulic station 21 are located below counterweight 9; electrical module 7 is responsible for the control and management of the forklift's electrical system, such as the operation of lights, instrument panel, and electronic control components; hydraulic station 21 is connected to hydraulic oil tank 2; transport device 11 is located above drive wheel assembly 3; and engine module 8 is connected to methanol oil tank 5.

[0019] In one specific embodiment, in the methanol-powered counterbalance forklift structure of this utility model, a cab 6 is provided above the frame 1. The cab 6 includes a support frame 61 provided above the frame 1, a top guard 62 provided on the top of the support frame 61, and a driver's seat 63 provided between the top guard 62 and the frame 1. The support frame 61 serves to support the top guard 62 and the driver's seat 63. The top guard 62 provides safety protection for the driver and prevents objects above from falling and injuring the driver. The engine module 8 is provided below the driver's seat 63.

[0020] Furthermore, in the methanol-powered counterbalanced forklift structure of this utility model, the drive wheel set 3 is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the drive axle 31, and the steering wheel set 4 is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the steering axle 41. This symmetrical distribution can ensure the stability and maneuverability of the forklift during operation.

[0021] As a specific embodiment, in the methanol-powered counterbalanced forklift structure of this utility model, a tilting cylinder is provided between the transport device 11 and the frame 1. The tilting cylinder is connected to the hydraulic station 21. Under the action of the hydraulic station 21, the tilting cylinder can control the transport device 11 to tilt forward or backward, which facilitates the loading, unloading and handling of goods.

[0022] The working principle of this methanol-powered counterbalanced forklift structure is as follows:

[0023] In actual use, the methanol fuel in the methanol tank 5 is delivered to the engine module 8. After being ignited by the ignition module 51, the engine module 8 generates power, which is transmitted to the drive wheel set 3 and the steering wheel set 4 through the transmission module 52. At the same time, the hydraulic station 21 provides power to the hydraulic system under the control of the electrical module 7, driving the tilting cylinder and other hydraulic devices to work, so as to realize the forklift's cargo handling and loading / unloading functions.

[0024] In summary, compared with the prior art, the methanol-powered counterbalanced forklift structure of this utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0025] This device optimizes the layout of forklift components, placing the engine module 8 between the hydraulic oil tank 2 and the methanol oil tank 5, and the electrical module 7 and hydraulic station 21 below the counterweight 9. This effectively solves the layout problem of methanol fuel-electric systems, making full use of limited space. Furthermore, since methanol is a clean and efficient energy source, compared with traditional electric forklift power supply methods, it avoids the problems of short range and slow charging of pure battery forklifts, as well as the high risks and high costs of storage and transportation of hydrogen fuel cell forklifts. It reduces environmental pollution, meets environmental protection requirements, and improves the forklift's range and working efficiency, ensuring the forklift's operational stability and maneuverability, thus possessing excellent practicality.

[0026] It should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the term "connection" or its synonyms should be interpreted broadly in this document. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection or a detachable 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 the internal communication of two elements or the interaction between two elements. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. Furthermore, expressions such as "first" and "second" are merely used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. At the same time, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. In addition, "front," "rear," "left," "right," "upper," and "lower" in this document refer to the placement state shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it; although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol, characterized in that, The methanol-powered counterbalance forklift structure includes a frame, a drive wheel assembly at one end of the frame, a steering wheel assembly at the other end of the frame, a hydraulic oil tank on one side of the frame, and a methanol oil tank on the other side of the frame, wherein: A counterweight is installed above the steering wheel assembly. An engine module is installed between the hydraulic oil tank and the methanol oil tank. The engine module is connected to an ignition module and a transmission module. The steering wheel assembly is connected to the transmission module via a steering axle. The drive wheel assembly is connected to the transmission module via a drive axle. An electrical module and a hydraulic station are installed below the counterweight. The hydraulic station is connected to the hydraulic oil tank. A transport device is installed above the drive wheel assembly. The engine module is connected to the methanol oil tank.

2. The counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol according to claim 1, characterized in that, A driver's cab is provided above the vehicle frame. The driver's cab includes a support frame provided above the vehicle frame, a roof guard provided on top of the support frame, and a driver's seat provided between the roof guard and the vehicle frame. The engine module is provided below the driver's seat.

3. The counterbalanced forklift structure powered by methanol according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive wheel sets are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the drive axle, and the steering wheel sets are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the steering axle.

4. The counterbalance forklift structure powered by methanol according to claim 1, characterized in that, A tilting cylinder is provided between the transport device and the vehicle frame, and the tilting cylinder is connected to the hydraulic station.

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