Battery mounting structure and electric tricycle
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HENAN EMMA VEHICLE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of electric vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a battery mounting structure and an electric tricycle. Background Technology
[0002] Electric tricycles, with their advantages of strong applicability, maneuverability, simple maintenance, convenient repair, and low price, can easily navigate narrow roads. They are widely used in short-distance transportation for families, urban and rural areas, individual rentals, factories, mines, sanitation, and community cleaning.
[0003] Existing electric tricycles may use batteries of different specifications during battery assembly. Different types of batteries vary significantly in size and shape, and the current vehicle structure lacks a unified battery installation standard. This often leads to problems such as battery mismatch with the vehicle's installation space and unstable connections when replacing or upgrading batteries. Furthermore, to control R&D costs and production cycles, large-scale modifications to the vehicle structure are not advisable. Therefore, how to achieve standardized installation of different types of batteries while maintaining the existing structure has become a pressing technical challenge. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a battery mounting structure and an electric tricycle that can accommodate batteries of different sizes.
[0005] The embodiments of this application are implemented as follows:
[0006] In one aspect of this application, a battery mounting structure is provided, including a foot pedal and a first mounting groove and a second mounting groove formed on the foot pedal, the second mounting groove being disposed on the bottom surface of the first mounting groove, the bottom area of the first mounting groove being larger than the bottom area of the second mounting groove, and the first mounting groove and the second mounting groove being used to replace and install batteries of different sizes.
[0007] Optionally, as an implementable method, both the first mounting slot and the second mounting slot are rectangular mounting slots. A plurality of first limiting blocks are detachably mounted on the bottom of the first mounting slot. The plurality of first limiting blocks are arranged along the length direction of the first mounting slot. The first limiting blocks cooperate with at least one side wall of the first mounting slot to clamp the battery.
[0008] Alternatively, as an implementable method, a plurality of the first limiting blocks are located on one side of the second mounting slot.
[0009] Optionally, as an implementable method, the first mounting groove is provided with multiple slots, and the first limiting block is provided with buckles corresponding to the slots.
[0010] Optionally, as an implementable method, a second limiting block is provided at the bottom of the second mounting groove, and the second limiting block cooperates with at least one side wall of the second mounting groove to clamp the battery.
[0011] Optionally, as an implementable method, a pad is detachably installed at the bottom of the second mounting slot, the height of the pad being the same as the depth of the second mounting slot, the pad being used to support the battery installed in the first mounting slot.
[0012] Optionally, as an implementable method, it further includes a seat sleeve that snaps into the opening of the first mounting slot, wherein a limiting plate is provided inside the seat sleeve, and the limiting plate is used to clamp the battery with the bottom surface of the first mounting slot or the second mounting slot.
[0013] Optionally, as an implementable method, the limiting plate is provided with a buffer on the side facing the battery, and the limiting plate abuts against the top of the battery through a buffer block.
[0014] Optionally, as an implementable method, a mounting post is provided inside the seat, and connecting holes are provided at both ends of the limiting plate. The connecting holes are connected to the mounting post, and a locking member is provided on the mounting post, which abuts against the limiting plate.
[0015] In another aspect of this application, an electric tricycle is provided, including a frame and a battery mounting structure as described in any of the above claims, wherein the battery mounting structure is disposed on the frame.
[0016] The beneficial effects of the embodiments of this application include:
[0017] This application provides a battery mounting structure and an electric tricycle, including a foot pedal and a first and second mounting slot formed on the foot pedal, which are interconnected. The second mounting slot is located on the bottom surface of the first mounting slot, and the bottom area of the first mounting slot is larger than that of the second mounting slot. The first and second mounting slots are used to replace and install batteries of different sizes. This achieves compatibility with batteries of different specifications and effectively solves the problem of mismatched battery installation space in existing electric tricycles. This battery mounting structure is an improvement on the foot pedal, without requiring large-scale modifications to the overall structure of the electric tricycle. While ensuring the installation of batteries of different sizes, it effectively controls R&D costs and production cycles, demonstrating good economic benefits and market application prospects. It can be widely used in various types of electric tricycles, providing electric tricycle manufacturers with a unified battery mounting solution, facilitating battery replacement and upgrades for both manufacturers and users, and improving product versatility and user experience. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the battery mounting structure provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the battery mounting structure provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0021] Figure 3 This is the third schematic diagram of the battery mounting structure provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0022] Figure 4 The fourth schematic diagram of the battery mounting structure provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0023] Icons: 100 - Battery mounting structure; 110 - Foot pedal; 111 - First mounting slot; 112 - Second mounting slot; 120 - First limiting block; 130 - Second limiting block; 140 - Pad; 150 - Seat; 151 - Mounting post; 160 - Limiting plate. Detailed Implementation
[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0025] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0026] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0027] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0028] Please refer to Figure 1 This embodiment provides a battery mounting structure 100, including a foot pedal 110 and a first mounting groove 111 and a second mounting groove 112 formed on the foot pedal 110. The second mounting groove 112 is disposed on the bottom surface of the first mounting groove 111. The bottom area of the first mounting groove 111 is larger than the bottom area of the second mounting groove 112. The first mounting groove 111 and the second mounting groove 112 are used to replace and install batteries of different sizes.
[0029] The battery mounting structure 100 of this application is provided with a first mounting groove 111 and a second mounting groove 112 that are connected and have different bottom areas, which can meet the installation requirements of batteries of different sizes and shapes. For larger batteries, they can be installed in the first mounting groove 111, and the battery can be limited and fixed by the side wall of the first mounting groove 111; for smaller batteries, they can be installed in the second mounting groove 112, and the battery can be limited and fixed by the side wall of the second mounting groove 112. This achieves compatibility with batteries of different specifications and effectively solves the problem of mismatched battery installation space in existing electric tricycles.
[0030] The battery mounting structure 100 provided in this application includes a foot pedal 110 and a first mounting groove 111 and a second mounting groove 112 formed and connected on the foot pedal 110. The second mounting groove 112 is disposed on the bottom surface of the first mounting groove 111, and the bottom area of the first mounting groove 111 is larger than the bottom area of the second mounting groove 112. The first mounting groove 111 and the second mounting groove 112 are used to replace and install batteries of different sizes. This achieves compatibility with batteries of different specifications and effectively solves the problem of mismatched battery installation space in existing electric tricycles. This battery mounting structure 100 is an improvement on the foot pedal 110, without the need for large-scale modifications to the overall structure of the electric tricycle. While ensuring the installation function of batteries of different sizes, it effectively controls R&D costs and production cycle, and has good economic benefits and market application prospects. It can be widely used in various types of electric tricycles, providing a unified battery installation solution for electric tricycle manufacturers, facilitating production and user battery replacement and upgrades, and improving product versatility and user experience.
[0031] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, both the first mounting groove 111 and the second mounting groove 112 are rectangular mounting grooves. A plurality of first limiting blocks 120 are detachably installed at the bottom of the first mounting groove 111. The plurality of first limiting blocks 120 are arranged along the length direction of the first mounting groove 111. The first limiting blocks 120 cooperate with at least one side wall of the first mounting groove 111 to clamp the battery.
[0032] Specifically, both the first mounting groove 111 and the second mounting groove 112 are further defined as rectangular mounting grooves. Simultaneously, multiple first limiting blocks 120 are detachably mounted at the bottom of the first mounting groove 111, and these first limiting blocks 120 are arranged along the length of the first mounting groove 111. The first limiting blocks 120 can cooperate with at least one side wall of the first mounting groove 111 to clamp and fix the battery installed in the first mounting groove 111. Through this structural design, when it is necessary to install batteries of different sizes, the position of the first limiting blocks 120 within the first mounting groove 111 can be flexibly adjusted according to the width of the battery, achieving adaptable installation for batteries of different widths.
[0033] The battery is clamped by the first limiting block 120 cooperating with the side wall of the first mounting groove 111, which restricts the lateral movement of the battery within the mounting groove from the side. This prevents problems such as loose connections and poor contact caused by battery shaking during vehicle operation, significantly improving the stability of battery installation and ensuring the reliability of the electric tricycle's power supply. The detachable first limiting block 120 design allows installers to easily remove, install, and adjust the position of the limiting block when installing batteries of different sizes, without the need for complicated tools and cumbersome operations, reducing installation difficulty and improving the efficiency of battery replacement and installation.
[0034] Furthermore, multiple first limiting blocks 120 are located on one side of the second mounting groove 112. When the size of the battery is larger than the size of the second mounting groove 112 but smaller than the size of the first mounting groove 111, the battery is clamped by the cooperation of the first limiting blocks 120 and the side wall of the first mounting groove 111 to achieve limiting and fixing of the battery. Multiple first limiting blocks 120 are located on the same side of the second mounting groove 112 to ensure that the cooperation of the first limiting blocks 120 and the side wall of the first mounting groove 111 stably fixes multiple batteries of the same size.
[0035] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the first mounting groove 111 has multiple slots, and the first limiting block 120 has corresponding latches. The latches and slots work together to allow the first limiting block 120 to be detachably connected within the first mounting groove 111. When installing the battery, the first limiting block 120 can be inserted into the appropriate slot using the latches according to the battery size. When replacing the battery with a different size, simply detach the latches from the slots to remove the first limiting block 120. This latch-and-slot design ensures that the first limiting block 120 has an accurate installation position within the first mounting groove 111, allowing the limiting block to precisely clamp and hold the battery. This prevents installation position deviations from affecting the battery's fixation, ensuring the stability and reliability of the battery installation. The connection structure of the buckle and slot is simple and easy to operate. Installers can quickly install the first limit block 120 into the designated position or remove it from the installation slot, which greatly shortens the time for adjusting the limit block during battery installation and replacement, improves the overall work efficiency, and is especially suitable for scenarios that require frequent replacement of batteries of different sizes.
[0036] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, a second limiting block 130 is provided at the bottom of the second mounting groove 112, and the second limiting block 130 cooperates with at least one side wall of the second mounting groove 112 to clamp the battery.
[0037] A second limiting block 130 is provided at the bottom of the second mounting slot 112. The second limiting block 130 can cooperate with at least one side wall of the second mounting slot 112 to clamp and fix the battery installed in the second mounting slot 112. By cooperating with the slot wall, the movement of the battery in the second mounting slot 112 is restricted, ensuring that the small battery can be firmly fixed in the mounting slot after installation. The second limiting block 130 and the side wall of the second mounting slot 112 clamp the battery, providing a reliable fixing method for the small battery installed in the second mounting slot 112. This effectively prevents the small battery from shaking or shifting due to vibration and other factors during vehicle operation, ensuring the stability of the small battery installation and enabling the electric tricycle to operate safely and reliably when using small batteries.
[0038] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a pad 140 is detachably installed at the bottom of the second mounting groove 112. The height of the pad 140 is the same as the depth of the second mounting groove 112. The pad 140 is used to support the battery installed in the first mounting groove 111.
[0039] A pad 140 is detachably installed at the bottom of the second mounting slot 112. The height of the pad 140 is the same as the depth of the second mounting slot 112. When it is necessary to install the battery in the first mounting slot 111, the pad 140 can be installed in the second mounting slot 112. The height of the pad 140 supports the bottom of the battery, ensuring a stable installation of the battery in the first mounting slot 111 and preventing instability caused by the bottom of the battery being suspended. By supporting the bottom of the battery with the pad 140, the weight of the battery is distributed, reducing the risk of swaying caused by an unstable center of gravity, enhancing the stability of the battery installed in the first mounting slot 111, ensuring the stability of the battery during the operation of the electric tricycle, and improving the safety and reliability of vehicle use.
[0040] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, it also includes a seat 150 that is fastened to the opening of the first mounting groove 111. A limiting plate 160 is provided inside the seat 150. The limiting plate 160 is used to clamp the battery with the bottom surface of the first mounting groove 111 or the second mounting groove 112.
[0041] When the battery is installed in the first mounting slot 111, the limiting plate 160 can press down to engage with the bottom surface of the first mounting slot 111 to clamp the battery. When the battery is installed in the second mounting slot 112, the position of the limiting plate 160 is adjusted to engage with the bottom surface of the second mounting slot 112 to clamp the battery. The seat 150 and the limiting plate 160 provide an additional way to fix the battery, and together with the limiting blocks and other structures in the mounting slot, they form a double-fixing guarantee for the battery. By simultaneously limiting and fixing the battery from the top and side, the battery is effectively prevented from moving up and down or left and right in the mounting slot, greatly improving the stability of the battery installation and ensuring that the battery remains stable when the electric tricycle is driven under various road conditions.
[0042] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, a buffer element is provided on the side of the limiting plate 160 facing the battery, and the limiting plate 160 abuts against the top of the battery through a buffer block. When the limiting plate 160 presses down to clamp and fix the battery, the buffer element can play a buffering role, reducing the direct pressure and rigid contact between the limiting plate 160 and the top of the battery, and avoiding damage to the battery due to excessive pressure or uneven contact. The buffer element can form a buffer layer between the limiting plate 160 and the top of the battery, absorbing the pressure generated when the limiting plate 160 presses down, preventing pressure concentration from damaging the battery casing and internal structure. This plays an important protective role, especially for some batteries with relatively fragile casings, extending the battery's service life and reducing the replacement costs incurred by users due to battery damage.
[0043] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, a mounting post 151 is provided inside the seat 150. The limiting plate 160 has connecting holes at both ends, which connect to the mounting post 151. A locking element is provided on the mounting post 151, and the locking element abuts against the limiting plate 160. By fitting the limiting plate 160 through the connecting hole onto the mounting post 151 and then using the locking element to fix the limiting plate 160, the installation and position adjustment of the limiting plate 160 within the seat 150 are achieved. When it is necessary to adjust the clamping force of the limiting plate 160 on the battery, the locking element can be loosened, the limiting plate 160 moved to the appropriate position, and then re-locked. The design of the mounting post 151, connecting hole, and locking element allows the position of the limiting plate 160 to be flexibly adjusted. Users can easily adjust the clamping force of the limiting plate 160 on the battery according to the height and hardness of different batteries. This ensures a stable fixation of the battery while preventing damage to the battery due to excessive clamping force, thus improving the adaptability and flexibility of battery installation.
[0044] The locking component is threadedly connected to the mounting post 151 to hold and fix the limiting plate 160, ensuring that the limiting plate 160 remains in a stable position within the seat 150. Even if vibration occurs during the operation of the electric tricycle, the limiting plate 160 will not easily loosen or shift, thus continuously and effectively clamping and fixing the battery, ensuring the stability and reliability of the battery mounting structure 100, and providing strong protection for the safe operation of the electric tricycle.
[0045] This application also discloses an electric tricycle, including a frame and the battery mounting structure 100 described in the foregoing embodiments. This electric tricycle has the same structure and beneficial effects as the battery mounting structure 100 described in the foregoing embodiments. The structure and beneficial effects of the battery mounting structure 100 have been described in detail in the foregoing embodiments and will not be repeated here.
[0046] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.
Claims
1. A battery mounting structure, characterized in that, The device includes a foot pedal and a first mounting groove and a second mounting groove connected to each other formed on the foot pedal. The second mounting groove is disposed on the bottom surface of the first mounting groove, and the bottom area of the first mounting groove is larger than the bottom area of the second mounting groove. The first mounting groove and the second mounting groove are used to replace and install batteries of different sizes.
2. The battery mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first mounting slot and the second mounting slot are rectangular mounting slots. A plurality of first limiting blocks are detachably mounted on the bottom of the first mounting slot. The plurality of first limiting blocks are arranged along the length direction of the first mounting slot. The first limiting blocks cooperate with at least one side wall of the first mounting slot to clamp the battery.
3. The battery mounting structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, Multiple first limiting blocks are located on one side of the second mounting groove.
4. The battery mounting structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first mounting slot is provided with multiple slots, and the first limiting block is provided with buckles corresponding to the slots.
5. The battery mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, A second limiting block is provided at the bottom of the second mounting groove, and the second limiting block cooperates with at least one side wall of the second mounting groove to clamp the battery.
6. The battery mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, A pad is detachably installed at the bottom of the second mounting slot. The height of the pad is the same as the depth of the second mounting slot. The pad is used to support the battery installed in the first mounting slot.
7. The battery mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a seat that snaps into the opening of the first mounting slot, and a limiting plate is provided inside the seat. The limiting plate is used to clamp the battery with the bottom surface of the first mounting slot or the second mounting slot.
8. The battery mounting structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The limiting plate is provided with a buffer on the side facing the battery, and the limiting plate abuts against the top of the battery through the buffer block.
9. The battery mounting structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, An installation post is provided inside the seat cylinder, and connecting holes are provided at both ends of the limiting plate. The connecting holes are connected to the installation post, and a locking member is provided on the installation post, which abuts against the limiting plate.
10. An electric tricycle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a frame and a battery mounting structure as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the battery mounting structure is disposed on the frame.