Battery bank dynamic temperature monitoring device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring equipment, include: battery storage detection bin, it includes the upper support frame and lower support frame of opposite setting, the lower support frame is along length direction distribution and has a plurality of storage goods position for placing battery package, infrared camera module, infrared camera module installs in the both ends of upper support frame, and its shooting direction points to the lower support frame, is used to gather the surface temperature image of battery package on the lower support frame, control cabinet, be equipped with display screen, alarm lamp on the control cabinet, be provided with control module in the control cabinet, control module is connected with infrared camera module, display screen and alarm lamp electricity respectively, is used for receiving the temperature image of infrared camera module collection, carries out real -time temperature monitoring to alarm and shows the abnormal position on the display screen through alarm lamp when temperature is unusual.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of battery pack technology, and in particular to a dynamic temperature monitoring device for warehouse batteries. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of industries such as new energy vehicles, power storage, and battery testing and aging, the number of battery packs, including power batteries and energy storage batteries, is constantly increasing during storage, turnover, and testing. Large numbers of battery packs are stored centrally in warehouses or aging workshops. If an abnormality such as an internal short circuit or thermal runaway occurs in a battery pack, it is often accompanied by a significant temperature rise. If this is not detected and addressed in time, it can easily lead to a fire, causing equipment damage and personal safety hazards. Therefore, real-time monitoring of the temperature of battery packs in warehouses has become a crucial safety requirement in battery storage and testing.

[0003] In existing technologies, temperature monitoring in battery warehouses mainly takes the following forms: One method involves inspectors periodically using handheld infrared thermometers and thermal imagers to conduct spot checks on some battery packs. However, this method relies on manual labor, has a limited detection frequency, and cannot achieve continuous real-time monitoring of a large number of battery packs. Furthermore, issues such as missed detections and misjudgments can occur during the inspection process. Another method involves deploying several temperature sensors in the warehouse or attaching temperature sensors to some storage locations to collect the temperature near the batteries. However, this type of point-based temperature measurement has limited coverage and cannot reflect the true surface temperature of battery packs in each storage location in a timely manner. Moreover, the wiring is complex and the maintenance cost is high. Some methods rely solely on detecting the warehouse ambient temperature or smoke concentration to determine the presence of fire hazards. This response is delayed and cannot achieve precise location and early warning for specific battery packs.

[0004] Therefore, further improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: This utility model provides a warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device, comprising: A battery storage and testing compartment includes an upper support frame and a lower support frame arranged opposite to each other. The lower support frame has multiple storage slots for placing battery packs distributed along its length. An infrared camera module is installed at both ends of the upper support frame, with its shooting direction pointing towards the lower support frame, for acquiring surface temperature images of the battery pack on the lower support frame. The control cabinet is equipped with a display screen and an alarm light. The control cabinet contains a control module, which is electrically connected to the infrared camera module, the display screen, and the alarm light. The control module is used to receive temperature images collected by the infrared camera module, perform real-time temperature monitoring, and issue an alarm through the alarm light and display the abnormal location on the display screen when the temperature is abnormal.

[0007] Preferably, the control module includes an industrial computer, a power supply module, and a storage unit. The industrial computer is electrically connected to the infrared camera module, the display screen, the alarm light, and the storage unit, respectively. The storage unit is used to store temperature images acquired by the infrared camera module and / or temperature data processed by the industrial computer.

[0008] Preferably, the control cabinet is further provided with a communication interface module, which is connected to the industrial control electromechanical system and is used to communicate with an external warehouse management system and / or MES system.

[0009] Preferably, the infrared camera module includes a first infrared camera and a second infrared camera respectively disposed at both ends of the upper support frame. The first infrared camera and the second infrared camera are arranged in pairs along the length direction of the lower support frame, and their fields of view jointly cover the battery pack on the lower support frame.

[0010] Preferably, the control cabinet has a receiving groove on the front, and a support plate is provided in the receiving groove. The support plate is hinged to the control cabinet and located below the display screen. When stored, the support plate is placed in the receiving groove, and when opened, the support plate is perpendicular to the bottom of the receiving groove.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom of the control cabinet is also provided with support feet.

[0012] The technical solution of this utility model has the following beneficial effects: This invention utilizes an upper and lower support frame arranged opposite to each other. Multiple storage locations for battery packs are formed along the length of the lower support frame. Infrared camera modules are mounted at both ends of the upper support frame, with their shooting direction pointing towards the lower support frame. This allows the infrared cameras to cover all or most of the storage locations on the lower support frame, enabling non-contact temperature monitoring of multiple battery packs. This structure is simple, occupies little space, and is suitable for retrofitting existing warehouses. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for individual temperature sensors on each battery pack, reducing wiring workload and maintenance costs.

[0013] This utility model features a control cabinet equipped with a display screen and alarm lights. Inside the cabinet is a control module electrically connected to an infrared camera module, the display screen, and the alarm lights. The control module receives temperature images captured by the infrared camera module and performs real-time temperature monitoring. When an abnormal battery pack temperature is detected, the control module issues an alarm via the alarm lights and displays the location of the abnormality on the display screen. Operators can quickly locate the corresponding battery pack based on the abnormal location shown on the screen, significantly improving the timeliness and accuracy of handling safety hazards and reducing the escalation of accidents and losses.

[0014] This invention incorporates an industrial control computer, a power supply module, and a storage unit within its control module. The industrial control computer is electrically connected to an infrared camera module, a display screen, alarm lights, and the storage unit. The storage unit stores temperature images captured by the infrared camera module and / or temperature data processed by the industrial control computer. This enables not only real-time monitoring but also the recording and querying of historical temperature data. In the event of an anomaly, historical data can be replayed to analyze the temperature change trend of the battery pack, providing a basis for troubleshooting and subsequent optimization. The control cabinet of this invention includes a communication interface module electrically connected to the industrial control computer. This module communicates with an external warehouse management system and / or MES system, uploading temperature data and alarm information of the battery packs in the battery storage monitoring compartment to the upper-level system. This allows for the association of temperature monitoring data with management data such as battery pack entry / exit information and batch information, facilitating centralized monitoring and unified management of battery storage safety status for enterprises.

[0015] This utility model features a receiving slot on the front of the control cabinet, within which a support plate hinged to the control cabinet is located. The support plate is positioned below the display screen. When folded, the support plate rests within the receiving slot; when open, the support plate is perpendicular to the bottom of the slot, forming a simple platform. Operators can place handheld terminals, laptops, or documents on the support plate for convenient monitoring, debugging, or data recording. When not in use, the support plate can be retracted, without obstructing passage or adding extra space, thus improving the ergonomics of the equipment.

[0016] The control cabinet of this utility model is equipped with support feet at the bottom. The support feet can be designed as adjustable structures to adapt to uneven warehouse floors, ensuring the overall stability of the control cabinet installation, reducing the adverse effects of external vibrations on internal electrical components and industrial control equipment, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the entire monitoring equipment.

[0017] In summary, this utility model, through the rational design of the battery storage and testing compartment structure, the installation method of the infrared camera module, and the human-machine interaction and communication functions of the control cabinet, realizes dynamic temperature monitoring of multiple battery packs in the warehouse. It can promptly alarm and intuitively display the abnormal location when the temperature is abnormal, overcoming the problems of limited monitoring coverage, unclear alarm location, and low integration with the upper-level system in the prior art. It has comprehensive beneficial effects such as simple structure, convenient use, high security, and strong adaptability. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 1 ; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 2 ; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the control system of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0021] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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 utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0023] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0024] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device, including a battery storage and testing compartment 1, an infrared camera module 2, and a control cabinet 3.

[0025] The battery storage and testing compartment 1 is used to hold the battery pack 5 to be monitored in the storage environment. The battery storage and testing compartment 1 includes an upper support frame 11 and a lower support frame 12 arranged opposite to each other. The lower support frame 12 is preferably a frame structure extending along the length direction of the warehouse, and multiple storage positions for placing the battery pack 5 are distributed along the length direction on the lower support frame 12. The battery pack 5 can be a power battery pack, an energy storage battery pack, or other battery modules that require temperature monitoring. In this embodiment, the battery pack 5 can be placed on the storage positions using a pallet, which can be a metal pallet or a flame-retardant plastic pallet, to facilitate handling by forklifts or automated handling equipment.

[0026] The infrared camera module 2 is used for non-contact temperature detection of the battery packs 5 in the battery storage and testing compartment 1. In this embodiment, the infrared camera module 2 is installed at both ends of the upper support frame 11, so that the field of view of the infrared camera points from top to bottom towards the lower support frame 12. Preferably, the infrared camera module 2 includes a first infrared camera and a second infrared camera respectively disposed at both ends of the upper support frame 11. The two are arranged in pairs along the length direction of the lower support frame 12, so that the field of view of the first infrared camera and the second infrared camera together cover all the battery packs 5 on the lower support frame 12, thereby providing full-coverage temperature monitoring of the battery packs 5 in all storage locations. The first infrared camera and the second infrared camera can be fixed to the upper support frame 11 by mounting brackets.

[0027] The control cabinet 3 is used to install the control module and make electrical connections with the infrared camera module 2 and external systems. In this embodiment, the control cabinet 3 can be located on one side of the battery storage and testing compartment 1 for easy observation and maintenance by operators. The front surface of the control cabinet 3 is equipped with a display screen 31 and an alarm light 32. The control module is installed inside the control cabinet 3, and the control module is electrically connected to the infrared camera module 2, the display screen 31, and the alarm light 32.

[0028] The control module receives temperature images captured by the infrared camera module 2 and performs real-time temperature monitoring of the battery pack 5. When the temperature of the battery pack 5 reaches or exceeds a preset temperature threshold, the control module controls the alarm light 32 to emit a flashing and / or color-changing alarm signal, and displays the alarm information and abnormal location on the display screen 31 to remind the on-duty personnel to handle the situation in a timely manner, thereby reducing the risk of battery overheating, thermal runaway, or even fire.

[0029] With the above-described structure, the warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device of this embodiment can perform real-time, full-coverage temperature monitoring of the battery pack 5 stored in the battery storage and testing warehouse 1 without contacting the battery pack 5, and can promptly alarm and display the abnormal location when the temperature is abnormal. It is suitable for scenarios such as power battery warehouses, energy storage battery warehouses, and battery testing and aging rooms.

[0030] In this embodiment, the control module includes an industrial computer 331, a power supply module 332, and a storage unit 333. The industrial computer 331 is electrically connected to the infrared camera module 2, the display screen 31, the alarm light 32, and the storage unit 333.

[0031] The power supply module 332 provides a stable power supply for the industrial control computer 331, the infrared camera module 2, the display screen 31, and the alarm light 32. The power supply module 332 can be connected to the warehouse power supply system, accepting AC220V mains power input. After transformation, rectification, filtering, and voltage regulation, it outputs different voltage levels such as DC24V, DC12V, or DC5V to meet the different voltage requirements of various electrical devices. The storage unit 333 can use a solid-state drive, industrial-grade memory card, or other non-volatile storage media to store temperature images acquired by the infrared camera module 2 and / or temperature data processed by the industrial control computer 331.

[0032] In this embodiment, the control cabinet 3 is also equipped with a communication interface module 34, which is electrically connected to the industrial control computer 331. The communication interface module 34 may include one or more of the following: Ethernet interface, serial port, industrial bus interface, and wireless communication module, for communicating with an external warehouse management system (WMS) and / or manufacturing execution system (MES). Through the communication interface module 34, the industrial control computer 331 can upload the temperature data and alarm information of the battery packs 5 in the storage location of the battery storage and detection compartment 1 to the upper system, realizing the correlation between battery temperature monitoring data and warehouse management information, which is beneficial for subsequent statistical analysis and management decision-making.

[0033] In this embodiment, a receiving groove 35 is provided on the front panel of the control cabinet 3, and the receiving groove 35 is located below the display screen 31. A support plate 36 is provided in the receiving groove 35, and one end of the support plate 36 is hinged to the control cabinet 3. The support plate 36 can rotate around the hinged end. In the retracted state, the support plate 36 is attached to or substantially attached to the bottom wall of the receiving groove 35 and stored in the receiving groove 35; in the open state, the support plate 36 is flipped to a position substantially perpendicular to the bottom of the receiving groove 35, thereby forming an outwardly protruding platform.

[0034] In actual use, operators can place handheld terminals, laptops, or documents on the support plate 36 to record or operate while viewing the temperature monitoring interface on the display screen 31. When not in use, the support plate 36 can be folded back and stored in the receiving slot 35, keeping the front of the control cabinet 3 flat, avoiding taking up extra space and preventing accidental collisions.

[0035] To ensure overall stability, control cabinet 3 is equipped with multiple support feet at its bottom. These support feet are height-adjustable structures to accommodate uneven warehouse environments. By adjusting the height of the support feet, control cabinet 3 can be kept level, reducing the impact of vibration on the internal equipment.

[0036] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the concept of the present utility model and using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included in the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device, characterized in that, include: A battery storage and testing compartment includes an upper support frame and a lower support frame arranged opposite to each other. The lower support frame has multiple storage slots for placing battery packs distributed along its length. An infrared camera module is installed at both ends of the upper support frame, with its shooting direction pointing towards the lower support frame, for acquiring surface temperature images of the battery pack on the lower support frame. The control cabinet is equipped with a display screen and an alarm light. The control cabinet contains a control module, which is electrically connected to the infrared camera module, the display screen, and the alarm light. The control module is used to receive temperature images collected by the infrared camera module, perform real-time temperature monitoring, and issue an alarm through the alarm light and display the abnormal location on the display screen when the temperature is abnormal.

2. The warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control module includes an industrial computer, a power supply module, and a storage unit. The industrial computer is electrically connected to the infrared camera module, the display screen, the alarm light, and the storage unit. The storage unit is used to store temperature images acquired by the infrared camera module and / or temperature data processed by the industrial computer.

3. The warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control cabinet is also equipped with a communication interface module, which is connected to the industrial control electromechanical system and is used to communicate with external warehouse management systems and / or MES systems.

4. The warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The infrared camera module includes a first infrared camera and a second infrared camera respectively disposed at both ends of the upper support frame. The first infrared camera and the second infrared camera are arranged in pairs along the length direction of the lower support frame, and their fields of view jointly cover the battery pack on the lower support frame.

5. The warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control cabinet has a receiving groove on its front side, and a support plate is provided in the receiving groove. The support plate is hinged to the control cabinet and is located below the display screen.

6. The warehouse battery dynamic temperature monitoring device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the control cabinet is also equipped with support feet.

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