Battery charging dock

Abstract

This utility model discloses a battery charging stand, relating to the field of battery charging stand technology. The battery charging stand includes a storage compartment and a charging module. The storage compartment has a storage space with a top opening. The charging module is located above the storage compartment and includes a battery bracket, a movable bracket, and a driving component. The battery bracket includes multiple side-by-side baffles. The movable bracket includes multiple side-by-side clamps, with the clamps and baffles arranged alternately. Each clamp and baffle is opposite to each other to form a charging slot communicating with the storage space. A first electrode and a second electrode are respectively provided at both ends of the charging slot. The driving component is located on the battery bracket and drives the movable bracket to move, causing the clamps to move closer to or further away from the corresponding baffles, for clamping or releasing the battery. This technical solution allows the battery charging stand to actively release the battery, reducing energy waste.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of battery charging stand technology, and in particular to a battery charging stand. Background Technology

[0002] Rechargeable batteries are popular with users because they can be recharged and reused after being depleted. In related technologies, rechargeable batteries are typically charged in a charging dock. If a fully charged battery is not removed promptly, it will enter trickle charging mode, continuing to charge slowly with a small current, resulting in energy waste. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a battery charging stand that can actively release the battery, thereby reducing energy waste.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the battery charging stand proposed in this utility model includes:

[0005] Storage compartment, wherein the storage compartment has a storage space with a top opening; and

[0006] A charging module is disposed above the storage compartment. The charging module includes a battery bracket, a movable bracket, and a drive assembly. The battery bracket includes multiple baffles arranged side by side.

[0007] The movable support includes multiple clamps arranged side by side, and multiple clamps and multiple baffles are arranged alternately. Each clamp and baffle are arranged opposite to each other to form a charging slot communicating with the storage space. A first electrode and a second electrode are respectively provided at both ends of the charging slot.

[0008] The drive assembly is located on the battery bracket and is in transmission cooperation with the movable bracket to drive the movable bracket to move so that the clamping plate moves closer to or away from the corresponding baffle, for clamping or releasing the battery.

[0009] In one embodiment, the drive assembly includes a drive motor and a gear, the gear being connected to the output shaft of the drive motor;

[0010] The charging module further includes a first connector connected to the movable bracket. The first connector includes a first rack extending along the sliding direction of the movable bracket. The first rack meshes with the gear. When the gear rotates, it drives the first connector to slide the movable bracket, causing the clamp to move closer to or away from the corresponding baffle.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first connecting member is provided at both ends of the movable bracket along the sliding direction of the movable bracket;

[0012] The charging module includes two sets of drive components, which are respectively located at both ends of the movable bracket, and the gears of the two sets of drive components mesh with the two first racks respectively.

[0013] And / or, the battery holder is provided with one of a first guide groove and a first guide post, and the first rack is provided with the other of the first guide groove and the first guide post;

[0014] The first guide groove extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket, and the first guide post is inserted into the first guide groove and can slide in the first guide groove.

[0015] In one embodiment, the first electrode is movably disposed on the battery holder to be close to or away from the second electrode.

[0016] In one embodiment, the charging module further includes:

[0017] A connecting bracket, to which a plurality of the first electrodes are connected, the connecting bracket being slidably disposed on the battery holder; and

[0018] The second connector is connected to the connecting bracket. The second connector is provided with a second rack extending in a direction perpendicular to the connecting bracket. The second rack meshes with the gear. When the gear rotates, it drives the second connector to slide the connecting bracket so that the first electrode moves closer to or away from the second electrode.

[0019] When the clamping plate is close to the baffle, the first electrode is close to the second electrode; when the clamping plate is away from the baffle, the first electrode is away from the second electrode.

[0020] In one embodiment, the battery holder is provided with one of a second guide groove and a second guide post, and one of the second connector and the connecting bracket is provided with the other of the second guide groove and the second guide post;

[0021] The second guide groove extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket, and the second guide post is inserted into the second guide groove and can slide in the second guide groove.

[0022] In one embodiment, the clamping plate includes a clamping portion and a connecting portion connected to each other, the charging slot is formed between the clamping portion and the baffle, and the connecting portion is located below the clamping portion;

[0023] The movable support also includes a connecting rod, which is disposed at one end of the plurality of clamping plates and connected to each of the connecting parts;

[0024] And / or, the side surface of the clamp facing the charging slot is configured as a concave arc surface or inclined surface that gradually approaches the baffle from top to bottom.

[0025] In one embodiment, the battery charging base further includes a sub-support, which is detachably mounted on the battery bracket. The sub-support includes a first limiting structure and a second limiting structure arranged at an angle, and the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure are inserted into any of the charging slots.

[0026] The first limiting structure is disposed opposite to the clamping plate, the second limiting structure is disposed opposite to the second electrode, and a third electrode is provided, the third electrode being electrically connected to the second electrode.

[0027] In one embodiment, the sub-support further includes a third limiting structure, which is arranged at an angle to the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure, and is connected to at least one of the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure. The third limiting structure overlaps the side of the battery bracket facing away from the storage compartment.

[0028] And / or, the secondary support further includes reinforcing ribs, which are disposed on the side of the first limiting structure opposite to the clamping plate;

[0029] And / or, the second limiting structure includes a first limiting part and a second limiting part, the second limiting part being located on the side of the first limiting part facing the second electrode, a insertion groove being formed between the first limiting part and the second limiting part, the first limiting part having an exposed opening communicating with the insertion groove, the third electrode including a first conductive segment and a second conductive segment connected and arranged at an angle, the first conductive segment being inserted into the insertion groove, the second conductive segment being located on the side of the second limiting part opposite to the first limiting part, and abutting against the second electrode.

[0030] In one embodiment, the battery charging stand further includes a mounting base, the mounting base having an installation space and a top opening and a side opening communicating with the installation space, the charging module being disposed on the mounting base and located above the top opening, and the storage compartment being able to enter and exit the installation space through the side opening;

[0031] And / or, at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is configured as a conductive spring;

[0032] And / or, multiple first electrodes are connected to the same conductive element;

[0033] And / or, the charging module further includes a circuit board, wherein a plurality of second electrodes are disposed on the circuit board and electrically connected to the circuit board;

[0034] And / or, the battery bracket includes an outer frame and a top plate, the outer frame is arranged around the top plate circumferentially, the top plate is provided with a clearance opening, a plurality of baffles are provided in the area where the clearance opening is located, and the drive assembly is located below the top plate.

[0035] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: the battery charging stand includes a charging module and a storage compartment located below the charging module. The charging module comprises multiple charging slots formed by a battery holder and a movable support. A drive component is provided to move the movable support so that its clamping plate moves closer to or further away from the baffle of the battery holder, thereby adjusting the width of the charging slots to clamp or release the battery. In practical application, when the battery needs to be charged, the drive component moves the movable support to a position where the clamping plate and baffle can clamp the battery, keeping it in the charging slot for charging. When the battery does not need to be charged, the drive component moves the movable support so that the clamping plate moves away from the baffle, releasing the battery and allowing it to fall into the storage compartment below. This prevents the battery charging stand from constantly charging the battery, reducing energy waste. Attached Figure Description

[0036] 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 described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0037] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of an embodiment of the battery charging stand provided in this application;

[0038] Figure 2 An exploded view of an embodiment of the battery charging stand provided in this application;

[0039] Figure 3 A structural diagram of an embodiment of the battery charging stand provided in this application without a top cover;

[0040] Figure 4 A structural diagram of an embodiment of the charging module in the battery charging dock provided in this application;

[0041] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Another structural view of the charging module;

[0042] Figure 6 This is a state diagram showing the battery charging dock having a secondary support and a battery in some embodiments of this application;

[0043] Figure 7 for Figure 6Structural diagram of the charging module and sub-support in the battery charging stand;

[0044] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0045] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of the charging module on the drive component side of the battery charging socket provided in this application;

[0046] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0047] Figure 11 A structural diagram of an embodiment of the battery holder in the battery charging dock provided in this application;

[0048] Figure 12 A structural diagram of an embodiment of the movable bracket in the battery charging dock provided in this application;

[0049] Figure 13 A structural diagram of the first electrode, connecting bracket, and second connector in one embodiment of the battery charging stand provided in this application;

[0050] Figure 14 A structural diagram of an embodiment of the secondary support in the battery charging dock provided in this application;

[0051] Figure 15 for Figure 14 Exploded view of the middle and auxiliary supports.

[0052] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0053] 100. Battery charging base; 10. Storage compartment; 11. Storage space; 20. Charging module; 201. Charging slot; 21. Battery bracket; 211. Baffle; 212. Outer frame; 213. Top plate; 2131. Clearance opening; 214. First guide post; 215. Second guide post; 22. Movable bracket; 221. Clamping plate; 2211. Clamping part; 2212. Connecting part; 222. Linkage rod; 23. Drive assembly; 231. Drive motor; 232. Gear; 24. First electrode; 241. Conductive component; 25. Second electrode; 26. First connector; 261. First rack; 262. First guide groove; 27. Connecting bracket; 28. Second connector; 281. Second rack; 282. Second guide groove; 29. ​​Circuit board;

[0054] 30. Sub-support; 31. First limiting structure; 32. Second limiting structure; 321. First limiting part; 3211. Exposed opening; 322. Second limiting part; 323. Insertion groove; 33. Third limiting structure; 34. Third electrode; 341. First conductive section; 342. Second conductive section; 35. Reinforcing rib;

[0055] 40. Mounting base; 41. Mounting space; 421. Top opening; 422. Side opening; 50. Top cover; 200. Battery.

[0056] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0057] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0058] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0059] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0060] Rechargeable batteries are popular with users because they can be recharged and reused after being depleted. In related technologies, rechargeable batteries are typically charged in a charging dock. If a fully charged battery is not removed promptly, it will enter trickle charging mode, continuing to charge slowly with a small current, resulting in energy waste.

[0061] Based on the above considerations, this utility model proposes a battery charging stand 100.

[0062] See also Figures 1 to 5In one embodiment of this utility model, the battery charging stand 100 includes a storage compartment 10 and a charging module 20. The storage compartment 10 has a storage space 11 with a top opening. The charging module 20 is located above the storage compartment 10 and includes a battery bracket 21, a movable bracket 22, and a driving component 23. The battery bracket 21 includes multiple side-by-side baffles 211. The movable bracket 22 includes multiple side-by-side clamps 221. The clamps 221 and the baffles 211 are staggered. Each clamp 221 and a baffle 211 are arranged opposite to each other to form a charging slot 201 communicating with the storage space 11. A first electrode 24 and a second electrode 25 are respectively provided at both ends of the charging slot 201. The driving component 23 is located on the battery bracket 21 and is in transmission cooperation with the movable bracket 22 to drive the movable bracket 22 to move so that the clamps 221 move closer to or away from the corresponding baffles 211, for clamping or releasing the battery 200.

[0063] In this embodiment of the application, the charging module 20 is the main functional module for charging the battery 200, and the storage compartment 10 is a container for storing the battery 200.

[0064] The charging module 20 includes a battery bracket 21 and a movable bracket 22 for forming a charging slot 201. The battery bracket 21 includes multiple baffles 211 arranged side by side, which can be connected into a whole by end connectors or a frame structure. The movable bracket 22 includes multiple clamping plates 221 arranged side by side, which can also be connected into a whole by a frame structure or connecting rods 222 located at the ends of the clamping plates 221. In this embodiment, "multiple" refers to two or more.

[0065] Multiple baffles 211 and multiple clamping plates 221 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence, with one baffle 211 and one clamping plate 221 facing each other to form a charging slot 201. The bottom of the charging slot 201 has an opening. When the battery 200 is accommodated in the charging slot 201, it can be held in the charging slot 201 by the clamping plates 221 and the baffles 211. A first electrode 24 is provided at one end of the charging slot 201, and a second electrode 25 is provided at the other end. The first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25 are the positive and negative terminals of the charging circuit, respectively. When the battery 200 is located in the charging slot 201, the positive and negative terminals of the battery 200 abut against the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25, respectively, thereby forming a complete charging circuit that can charge the battery 200. Optionally, the first electrode 24 can be configured as, but is not limited to, a conductive sheet, a conductive pin, or other structures, and the second electrode 25 can be configured as, but is not limited to, a conductive sheet, a conductive pin, or other structures.

[0066] The movable bracket 22 is movably configured relative to the battery bracket 21. A drive component 23 is provided in the charging module 20 to drive the movable bracket 22 to move, so that the clamping plate 221 on the movable bracket 22 moves closer to or further away from the corresponding baffle 211, thereby adjusting the width of the charging slot 201 to clamp or release the battery 200. Optionally, the transmission mechanism between the drive component 23 and the movable bracket 22 can be, but is not limited to, a cylinder, hydraulic cylinder, or electric cylinder pushing mechanism. It can also be configured as a drive motor 231 with a gear 232 and rack and pinion structure, or a synchronous belt drive structure or a linkage drive structure, etc., which are not limited here.

[0067] The storage compartment 10 is located below the charging module 20, and includes a storage space 11 for storing the battery 200. In practical applications, when the battery 200 needs to be charged, the drive component 23 drives the movable support 22 to a position where the clamping plate 221 and the baffle 211 can clamp the battery 200, keeping the battery 200 in the charging slot 201 for charging. When the battery 200 does not need to be charged, the drive component 23 drives the movable support 22 to move the clamping plate 221 away from the baffle 211, releasing the battery 200 and allowing it to fall into the storage compartment 10 below the charging module 20. This prevents the battery charging socket 100 from constantly charging the battery 200, reducing energy waste.

[0068] Optionally, a charging power supply can be provided in the charging module 20 to supply power to meet the charging needs of the battery 200 and the power needs of the electrical components in the charging module 20. This configuration allows the battery charging stand 100 to be used without being limited by an external power source, making it portable. In some embodiments, the charging module 20 can also be connected to an external power source to supply power to the battery charging stand 100 to meet the charging needs of the battery 200 and the power needs of the electrical components in the battery charging stand 100. Of course, the battery charging stand 100 can be configured to both have a charging power supply and be able to connect to an external power source. When connected to an external power source, the external power source can also charge the charging power supply, thus eliminating the need to repeatedly replace the charging power supply.

[0069] That is, in the technical solution of this application, the battery charging stand 100 includes a charging module 20 and a storage compartment 10 located below the charging module 20. The charging module 20 is formed by a battery bracket 21 and a movable bracket 22 to form a plurality of charging slots 201. A driving component 23 is provided to drive the movable bracket 22 to move so that the clamping plate 221 of the movable bracket 22 moves closer to or further away from the baffle 211 of the battery bracket 21, thereby adjusting the width of the charging slots 201 to clamp or release the battery 200. In practical applications, when the battery 200 needs to be charged, the drive component 23 drives the movable bracket 22 to move to a position where the clamping plate 221 and the baffle 211 can clamp the battery 200, keeping the battery 200 in the charging slot 201 for charging; when it is detected that the battery 200 is fully charged or the battery 200 does not need to be charged, the drive component 23 drives the movable bracket 22 to move the clamping plate 221 away from the baffle 211 to release the battery 200, allowing the battery 200 to fall into the storage compartment 10 below, so that the battery charging base 100 will not always be in a state of charging the battery 200, which can reduce energy waste.

[0070] Please see Figure 9 and Figure 10 In one embodiment, the drive assembly 23 includes a drive motor 231 and a gear 232, with the gear 232 connected to the output shaft of the drive motor 231; the charging module 20 also includes a first connector 26 connected to the movable bracket 22, the first connector 26 including a first rack 261 extending along the sliding direction of the movable bracket 22, the first rack 261 meshing with the gear 232, and when the gear 232 rotates, it drives the first connector 26 to slide the movable bracket 22, causing the clamp 221 to move closer to or further away from the corresponding baffle 211.

[0071] In this embodiment, the drive assembly 23 includes a drive motor 231 and a gear 232. The drive motor 231 is fixed relative to the battery bracket 21. The drive motor 231 can be directly connected to the battery bracket 21, or a motor mount can be provided on the battery bracket 21 for mounting the drive motor 231. The gear 232 is sleeved on the output shaft of the drive motor 231. The gear 232 and the output shaft can be connected by a key, or the shaft hole of the gear 232 and the cross-sectional shape of the output shaft can be non-circular, so that the gear 232 and the output shaft remain relatively fixed in the rotation direction, thereby better transmitting torque and allowing the output shaft to stably drive the gear 232 to rotate.

[0072] A first connecting member 26 is provided on the movable bracket 22. The first connecting member 26 includes a first rack 261 that meshes with the gear 232. The first rack 261 extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket 22. With this configuration, when the drive motor 231 drives the output shaft to rotate the gear 232, the gear 232 acts on the first rack 261, thereby causing the movable bracket 22 to slide, so that the clamping plate 221 moves closer to or further away from the corresponding baffle 211. The transmission engagement of the gear 232 and the first rack 261 helps maintain the stability of the transmission process and facilitates control of the sliding distance of the movable bracket 22, improving control accuracy. Optionally, the first connecting member 26 and the movable bracket 22 can be configured as an integral structure, such as integral molding or welding; the first connecting member 26 and the movable bracket 22 can also be configured as a detachable connection structure, such as by at least one method such as bolt connection, snap-fit ​​connection, plug-in connection, or adhesive connection, which is not limited here.

[0073] Please see Figure 9 In one embodiment, along the sliding direction of the movable bracket 22, the two ends of the movable bracket 22 are respectively provided with first connecting members 26; the charging module 20 includes two sets of driving components 23, the two sets of driving components 23 are respectively provided at the two ends of the movable bracket 22, and the gears 232 of the two sets of driving components 23 respectively mesh with two first racks 261.

[0074] In this embodiment, first racks 261 and drive components 23 are respectively provided at both ends of the movable support 22. By having two sets of drive components 23 simultaneously apply driving force to the movable support 22, it is beneficial to balance the force on the movable support 22 and avoid jamming. Optionally, the teeth of the two first racks 261 can face the same side, in which case the gears 232 of the two drive components 23 rotate in opposite directions; or the teeth of the two first racks 261 can face opposite directions, in which case the gears 232 of the two drive components 23 rotate in the same direction, so that the two drive components 23 cooperate to jointly drive the movable support 22 to slide.

[0075] Please see Figure 10 In one embodiment, the battery bracket 21 is provided with one of a first guide groove 262 and a first guide post 214, and the first rack 261 is provided with the other of a first guide groove 262 and a first guide post 214; the first guide groove 262 extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket 22, and the first guide post 214 is inserted into the first guide groove 262 and can slide in the first guide groove 262.

[0076] In this embodiment, a first guide post 214 can be provided on the battery holder 21, and a first guide groove 262 can be provided on the first rack 261; alternatively, a first guide groove 262 can be provided on the battery holder 21, and a first guide post 214 can be provided on the first rack 261. Through the cooperation of the first guide post 214 and the first guide groove 262, the sliding process of the first rack 261 and the movable bracket 22 can be limited and guided, preventing the first rack 261 and the movable bracket 22 from deviating from the sliding direction.

[0077] In one embodiment, the first electrode 24 is movably disposed on the battery holder 21 to be close to or away from the second electrode 25.

[0078] In this embodiment, the first electrode 24 is movably configured so that it can move closer to or further away from the second electrode 25. The first electrode 24 can be rotatably configured so that it can flip back and forth along the arrangement direction of the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25, or it can be slidably configured along the arrangement direction of the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25. With this configuration, when charging the battery 200 is not required, the first electrode 24 can be flipped or slid away from the second electrode 25 to separate from the battery 200. In this case, even if the battery 200 is still in the charging slot 201, it will not continue to charge. Furthermore, when it is necessary for the battery 200 to fall from the charging slot 201 into the storage compartment 10, moving the first electrode 24 away from the second electrode 25 prevents the battery 200 from being trapped between the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25 and unable to fall out of the charging slot 201, ensuring that the battery 200 can fall into the storage compartment 10.

[0079] Optionally, the first electrode 24 and the clamping plate 221 can move synchronously, that is, when the clamping plate 221 moves away from the baffle 211, the first electrode 24 moves away from the second electrode 25 at the same time; when the clamping plate 221 moves closer to the baffle 211, the first electrode 24 moves closer to the second electrode 25 at the same time. Alternatively, the first electrode 24 and the clamping plate 221 can move sequentially, that is, before or after the clamping plate 221 moves away from the baffle 211, the first electrode 24 moves away from the second electrode 25; before or after the clamping plate 221 moves closer to the baffle 211, the first electrode 24 moves closer to the second electrode 25.

[0080] Optionally, in the embodiments described below, the first electrode 24 and the movable support 22 can be driven to slide by the same set of driving components 23. Alternatively, in one embodiment, the charging module 20 is provided with a separate driving module for driving the first electrode 24 to move. Optionally, multiple first electrodes 24 can be connected to the same connecting bracket 27 to move synchronously, or each first electrode 24 can move independently; this is not limited here.

[0081] Please see Figure 9 , Figure 10 as well as Figure 13 In one embodiment, the charging module 20 further includes a connecting bracket 27 and a second connector 28. A plurality of first electrodes 24 are connected to the connecting bracket 27, which is slidably disposed on the battery holder 21. The second connector 28 is connected to the connecting bracket 27 and is provided with a second rack 281 extending in a direction perpendicular to the connecting bracket 27. The second rack 281 meshes with a gear 232. When the gear 232 rotates, it drives the second connector 28 to slide the connecting bracket 27 so that the first electrodes 24 move closer to or away from the second electrodes 25. When the clamping plate 221 is close to the baffle 211, the first electrodes 24 move closer to the second electrodes 25. When the clamping plate 221 moves away from the baffle 211, the first electrodes 24 move away from the second electrodes 25.

[0082] In this embodiment, multiple first electrodes 24 are driven by a connecting bracket 27 and a second connecting member 28. The second connecting member 28 includes a second rack 281 that meshes with a gear 232. The second rack 281 and the first rack 261 are perpendicular to each other. The driving component 23 can simultaneously act on the first rack 261 and the second rack 281 to drive the movable bracket 22 and the multiple first electrodes 24 to slide synchronously. While driving the clamping plate 221 towards the baffle 211, the first electrodes 24 can be driven towards the second electrode 25 to clamp the battery 200 in both directions simultaneously. When driving the clamping plate 221 away from the baffle 211, the first electrodes 24 are simultaneously moved away from the second electrode 25, thereby releasing the battery 200 synchronously. This configuration allows the first electrodes 24 and the clamping plate 221 to move synchronously without requiring too many driving components 23 in the charging module 20, simplifying the structure and reducing energy consumption.

[0083] Optionally, the first rack 261 and the second rack 281 can be misaligned in the axial direction of the gear 232 to avoid mutual interference.

[0084] Optionally, the second connector 28 and the connecting bracket 27 can be configured as an integral structure, such as integral molding or welding; the second connector 28 and the connecting bracket 27 can also be configured as a detachable connection structure, such as by at least one of bolt connection, snap connection, plug-in or adhesive connection, which is not limited here.

[0085] In some embodiments, the charging module 20 is provided with two sets of drive components 23, and second connectors 28 can be provided at both ends of the connecting bracket 27 to drive the two sets of drive components 23 in a transmission cooperation, so that the connecting bracket 27 is subjected to uniform force and the stability of the movement process is improved.

[0086] Please see Figure 9 In one embodiment, the battery holder 21 is provided with one of the second guide groove 282 and the second guide post 215, and one of the second connector 28 and the connecting bracket 27 is provided with the other of the second guide groove 282 and the second guide post 215; the second guide groove 282 extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket 22, and the second guide post 215 is inserted into the second guide groove 282 and can slide in the second guide groove 282.

[0087] In this embodiment, a second guide post 215 can be provided on the battery holder 21, and a second guide groove 282 can be provided on the second connector 28 or on the connecting bracket 27; alternatively, a second guide groove 282 can be provided on the battery holder 21, and a second guide post 215 can be provided on the second connector 28 or on the connecting bracket 27. Through the cooperation of the second guide post 215 and the second guide groove 282, the sliding process of the second connector 28, the connecting bracket 27 and the first electrode 24 can be limited and guided to avoid deviation from the sliding direction.

[0088] Please see Figure 12 In one embodiment, the clamping plate 221 includes a clamping part 2211 and a connecting part 2212 connected to each other. A charging groove 201 is formed between the clamping part 2211 and the baffle 211. The connecting part 2212 is located below the clamping part 2211. The movable bracket 22 also includes a connecting rod 222, which is disposed at one end of the plurality of clamping plates 221 and connected to each connecting part 2212.

[0089] In this embodiment, the movable support 22 is provided with connecting rods 222 to connect multiple clamping plates 221 into an integral structure, making the movable support 22 modular and facilitating its overall assembly and disassembly, thus improving ease of assembly and disassembly. Optionally, two connecting rods 222 can be provided to connect to both ends of the clamping plates 221 respectively, thereby improving structural stability.

[0090] In addition, the clamping plate 221 includes a clamping part 2211 for forming a charging groove 201 with the baffle 211 and a connecting part 2212 for connecting to the connecting rod 222. The connecting part 2212 is located below the clamping part 2211, so that the connecting rod 222 is located below the charging groove 201 and will not block the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25.

[0091] Please see Figure 12 In one embodiment, the side surface of the clamping plate 221 facing the charging slot 201 is configured as a concave arc surface or inclined surface that gradually approaches the baffle 211 from top to bottom.

[0092] In this embodiment, the surface of the clamping plate 221 facing the charging slot 201 is configured as a concave arc surface or an inclined surface, and this surface gradually approaches the baffle 211 from top to bottom. This configuration allows the concave arc surface or inclined surface to provide some support for the battery 200 when it is placed in the charging slot 201, improving the stability of the battery 200 and reducing the risk of poor contact between the battery 200 and the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25 due to battery misalignment. When the battery 200 needs to be released, the concave arc surface or inclined surface also provides some cushioning, allowing the battery 200 to roll smoothly into the storage compartment 10, slowing its descent.

[0093] Please see Figures 6 to 8 In one embodiment, the battery charging base 100 further includes a sub-support 30, which is detachably mounted on the battery bracket 21. The sub-support 30 includes a first limiting structure 31 and a second limiting structure 32 arranged at an angle, which are inserted into either charging slot 201. The first limiting structure 31 is arranged opposite to the clamping plate 221, the second limiting structure 32 is arranged opposite to the second electrode 25, and a third electrode 34 is provided, which is electrically connected to the second electrode 25.

[0094] In this embodiment, a secondary support 30 is provided in the battery charging base 100. The secondary support 30 can be detached and reassembled to adapt to batteries 200 of different sizes and models. Specifically, the first limiting structure 31 and the second limiting structure 32 of the secondary support 30 are inserted into the charging slot 201, with the first limiting structure 31 facing and spaced apart from the clamping plate 221, and the second limiting structure 32 facing the second electrode 25. A third electrode 34 electrically connected to the second electrode 25 is provided on the second limiting structure 32, and the end of the third electrode 34 facing away from the second electrode 25 is used for electrical connection with the battery 200. With this arrangement, the first limiting structure 31 occupies part of the space in the width direction of the charging slot 201, and the second limiting structure 32 occupies part of the space in the length direction of the charging slot 201, so that even a smaller battery 200 can be stably placed in the charging slot 201. At this time, one end of the battery 200 is electrically connected to the first electrode 24, and the other end is electrically connected to the third electrode 34, which can also form a complete circuit for charging the battery 200. That is, by setting the secondary bracket 30, the battery charging stand 100 can be used to charge batteries 200 of different sizes and models, thus improving the applicability of the battery charging stand 100.

[0095] Optionally, the sub-support 30 can be provided with a number of first limiting structures 31 and second limiting structures 32 equal to the number of charging slots 201, allowing the sub-support 30 to be adapted to batteries 200 of different sizes and models by assembling and disassembling it. Alternatively, the number of first limiting structures 31 and second limiting structures 32 on the sub-support 30 can be less than the number of charging slots 201 formed by the battery holder 21 and the movable support 22, so that the battery charging stand 100 can be used simultaneously to charge batteries 200 of different sizes and models.

[0096] Please see Figure 7 , Figure 14 and Figure 15 In one embodiment, the sub-support 30 further includes a third limiting structure 33, which is set at an angle to the first limiting structure 31 and the second limiting structure 32 respectively, and is connected to at least one of the first limiting structure 31 and the second limiting structure 32. The third limiting structure 33 overlaps on the side of the battery bracket 21 that is away from the storage compartment 10.

[0097] In this embodiment, a third limiting structure 33 is provided on the sub-support 30. The third limiting structure 33 can be connected to the first limiting structure 31, or to the second limiting structure 32, or the third limiting structure 33 can be connected to both the first limiting structure 31 and the second limiting structure 32. The third limiting structure 33 is located outside the charging slot 201 and overlaps the top surface of the battery bracket 21 to limit the depth of the sub-support 30 inserted into the charging slot 201 and prevent the sub-support 30 from directly passing through the charging slot 201.

[0098] Please see Figure 15 In one embodiment, the secondary support 30 further includes a reinforcing rib 35, which is disposed on the side of the first limiting structure 31 facing away from the clamping plate 221. This arrangement helps to improve the structural stability of the first limiting structure 31 and reduce the risk of deformation.

[0099] Please see Figure 15 In one embodiment, the second limiting structure 32 includes a first limiting part 321 and a second limiting part 322. The second limiting part 322 is located on the side of the first limiting part 321 facing the second electrode 25. A insertion groove 323 is formed between the first limiting part 321 and the second limiting part 322. The first limiting part 321 is provided with an exposed opening 3211 that communicates with the insertion groove 323. The third electrode 34 includes a first conductive segment 341 and a second conductive segment 342 that are connected and arranged at an angle. The first conductive segment 341 is inserted into the insertion groove 323. The second conductive segment 342 is located on the side of the second limiting part 322 that is away from the first limiting part 321 and abuts against the second electrode 25.

[0100] In this embodiment, the second limiting structure 32 forms a insertion groove 323 by the first limiting part 321 and the second limiting part 322. An exposure opening 3211 communicating with the insertion groove 323 is provided on the first limiting part 321. The first conductive segment 341 of the third electrode 34 is inserted into the insertion groove 323 to mount the third electrode 34 onto the second limiting structure 32. A portion of the first conductive segment 341 is exposed in the exposure opening 3211 for electrical connection with the battery 200. The second conductive segment 342 of the third electrode 34 is located on the side of the second limiting part 322 opposite to the insertion groove 323 and is used to abut against the second electrode 25 for electrical connection.

[0101] Optionally, an elastic arm can be provided on the first conductive segment 341, and the elastic arm elastically abuts against the first limiting part 321 to improve the stability of the first conductive segment 341 in the insertion groove 323.

[0102] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the battery charging base 100 further includes a mounting base 40, which has a mounting space 41 and a top opening 421 and a side opening 422 communicating with the mounting space 41. The charging module 20 is disposed on the mounting base 40 and located above the top opening 421. The storage compartment 10 can enter and exit the mounting space 41 through the side opening 422.

[0103] In this embodiment, the mounting base 40 serves as the mounting foundation for the battery charging stand 100, supporting and connecting the charging module 20, the storage compartment 10, and other components of the battery charging stand 100. The mounting base 40 includes an mounting space 41 with a top opening 421 and a side opening 422. The charging module 20 is housed within the top opening 421, and the storage compartment 10 is positioned within the mounting space 41, below the charging module 20. The storage space 11 of the storage compartment 10 communicates with the charging slot 201 of the charging module 20. The mounting base 40 allows the battery charging stand 100 to form a single module, facilitating its transport and movement. Furthermore, the storage compartment 10 can enter and exit the mounting space 41 through the side opening 422 of the mounting base 40, forming a drawer-like structure. When it is necessary to retrieve or place the battery 200 from the storage compartment 10, it can be easily pulled out, making it convenient to use.

[0104] Optionally, in some embodiments, the battery charging stand 100 also includes a display screen disposed on the mounting base 40. The display screen can be used to display status information of the battery charging stand 100, such as the power level of the battery 200 placed in the charging slot 201, or the power level of the charging power supply set in the battery charging stand 100, etc., without limitation.

[0105] Please see Figure 13 In one embodiment, at least one of the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25 is configured as a conductive spring.

[0106] In this configuration, when the battery 200 is placed in the charging slot 201 and comes into contact with the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25 respectively, the conductive elastic element undergoes elastic deformation and generates an elastic force to press against the battery 200, ensuring stable contact between the battery 200 and the first electrode 24 and the second electrode 25, and avoiding problems with poor contact.

[0107] Please see Figure 13 In one embodiment, a plurality of first electrodes 24 are connected to the same conductive element 241.

[0108] In this embodiment, multiple first electrodes 24 are connected to the same conductive element 241, which can integrate multiple electrodes into a whole module, making it easy to assemble and disassemble; and multiple first electrodes 24 can be connected to the charging circuit simply by connecting the conductive element 241 to the charging circuit, improving the convenience of power connection.

[0109] Please see Figure 9 In one embodiment, the charging module 20 further includes a circuit board 29, and a plurality of second electrodes 25 are disposed on the circuit board 29 and electrically connected to the circuit board 29.

[0110] In this embodiment, the circuit board 29 can be used for power scheduling and voltage conversion, etc., so that multiple second electrodes 25 are disposed on the circuit board 29 and electrically connected to the circuit board 29, so as to control the charging state of the battery 200 by the charging circuit corresponding to each second electrode 25. In some embodiments, the circuit board 29 can also be used to control the operation of other components in the battery charging socket 100, such as controlling the operation of the drive assembly 23 and the display screen, and can also be used to monitor the charging state of the battery 200.

[0111] See also Figure 9 and Figure 11 In one embodiment, the battery bracket 21 includes an outer frame 212 and a top plate 213. The outer frame 212 is arranged around the top plate 213 in a circumferential direction. The top plate 213 is provided with a clearance opening 2131. A plurality of baffles 211 are provided in the area where the clearance opening 2131 is located. The drive assembly 23 is located below the top plate 213.

[0112] In this embodiment, the battery bracket 21 also includes an outer frame 212 and a top plate 213 as a supporting base. Multiple baffles 211 are correspondingly arranged with the clearance openings 2131 of the top plate 213, and are arranged side-by-side in the area where the clearance openings 2131 are located, forming an integral structure connected by the outer frame 212 and the top plate 213. The outer frame 212 can support or even connect to the mounting base 40 or storage compartment 10 mentioned in the previous embodiment. By placing the drive assembly 23 below the top plate 213, the battery bracket 21 can protect the drive assembly 23 and conceal it, resulting in a neat and uniform appearance for the battery charging stand 100.

[0113] Please see Figure 1 In one embodiment, the battery charging dock 100 further includes a top cover 50, which covers the charging module 20. This arrangement allows the charging module 20 to be covered when the battery 200 does not need to be removed from the charging slot 201, so as to prevent foreign objects from falling into the charging slot 201.

[0114] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A battery charging stand, characterized in that, include: Storage compartment, wherein the storage compartment has a storage space with an opening at the top; and A charging module is disposed above the storage compartment. The charging module includes a battery bracket, a movable bracket, and a drive assembly. The battery bracket includes multiple baffles arranged side by side. The movable support includes multiple clamps arranged side by side, and multiple clamps and multiple baffles are arranged alternately. Each clamp and baffle are arranged opposite to each other to form a charging slot communicating with the storage space. A first electrode and a second electrode are respectively provided at both ends of the charging slot. The drive assembly is located on the battery bracket and is in transmission cooperation with the movable bracket to drive the movable bracket to move so that the clamping plate moves closer to or away from the corresponding baffle, for clamping or releasing the battery.

2. The battery charging stand as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a drive motor and a gear, the gear being connected to the output shaft of the drive motor; The charging module further includes a first connector connected to the movable bracket. The first connector includes a first rack extending along the sliding direction of the movable bracket. The first rack meshes with the gear. When the gear rotates, it drives the first connector to slide the movable bracket, causing the clamp to move closer to or away from the corresponding baffle.

3. The battery charging stand as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Along the sliding direction of the movable bracket, the first connecting member is provided at both ends of the movable bracket; The charging module includes two sets of drive components, which are respectively located at both ends of the movable bracket, and the gears of the two sets of drive components mesh with the two first racks respectively. And / or, the battery holder is provided with one of a first guide groove and a first guide post, and the first rack is provided with the other of the first guide groove and the first guide post; The first guide groove extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket, and the first guide post is inserted into the first guide groove and can slide in the first guide groove.

4. The battery charging stand as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first electrode is movably disposed on the battery holder to be close to or away from the second electrode.

5. The battery charging stand as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The charging module also includes: A connecting bracket, to which a plurality of the first electrodes are connected, the connecting bracket being slidably disposed on the battery holder; and The second connector is connected to the connecting bracket. The second connector is provided with a second rack extending in a direction perpendicular to the connecting bracket. The second rack meshes with the gear. When the gear rotates, it drives the second connector to slide the connecting bracket so that the first electrode moves closer to or away from the second electrode. When the clamping plate is close to the baffle, the first electrode is close to the second electrode; when the clamping plate is away from the baffle, the first electrode is away from the second electrode.

6. The battery charging stand as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The battery bracket is provided with one of a second guide groove and a second guide post, and one of the second connector and the connecting bracket is provided with the other of the second guide groove and the second guide post; The second guide groove extends along the sliding direction of the movable bracket, and the second guide post is inserted into the second guide groove and can slide in the second guide groove.

7. The battery charging stand as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping plate includes a clamping part and a connecting part connected to each other, the charging slot is formed between the clamping part and the baffle, and the connecting part is located below the clamping part; The movable support also includes a connecting rod, which is disposed at one end of the plurality of clamping plates and connected to each of the connecting parts; And / or, the side surface of the clamp facing the charging slot is configured as a concave arc surface or inclined surface that gradually approaches the baffle from top to bottom.

8. The battery charging stand as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The battery charging dock also includes a sub-support, which is detachably mounted on the battery bracket. The sub-support includes a first limiting structure and a second limiting structure arranged at an angle, and the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure are inserted into any of the charging slots. The first limiting structure is disposed opposite to the clamping plate, the second limiting structure is disposed opposite to the second electrode, and a third electrode is provided, the third electrode being electrically connected to the second electrode.

9. The battery charging stand as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The sub-support also includes a third limiting structure, which is set at an angle to the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure, and is connected to at least one of the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure. The third limiting structure overlaps the side of the battery bracket facing away from the storage compartment. And / or, the secondary support further includes reinforcing ribs, which are disposed on the side of the first limiting structure opposite to the clamping plate; And / or, the second limiting structure includes a first limiting part and a second limiting part, the second limiting part being located on the side of the first limiting part facing the second electrode, a insertion groove being formed between the first limiting part and the second limiting part, the first limiting part having an exposed opening communicating with the insertion groove, the third electrode including a first conductive segment and a second conductive segment connected and arranged at an angle, the first conductive segment being inserted into the insertion groove, the second conductive segment being located on the side of the second limiting part opposite to the first limiting part, and abutting against the second electrode.

10. The battery charging stand as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The battery charging stand also includes a mounting base, which has an installation space and a top opening and a side opening communicating with the installation space. The charging module is located on the mounting base and above the top opening. The storage compartment can enter and exit the installation space through the side opening. And / or, at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is configured as a conductive spring; And / or, multiple first electrodes are connected to the same conductive element; And / or, the charging module further includes a circuit board, wherein a plurality of second electrodes are disposed on the circuit board and electrically connected to the circuit board; And / or, the battery bracket includes an outer frame and a top plate, the outer frame is arranged around the top plate circumferentially, the top plate is provided with a clearance opening, a plurality of baffles are provided in the area where the clearance opening is located, and the drive assembly is located below the top plate.

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