Modular energy, communication and service module and energy hub that can be assembled from it

Abstract

(Main claim) Modular energy, communication and service module comprising: • an energy generation unit, • an energy storage unit, • at least one charging unit for inductive and / or conductive charging, • a communication module, • a sensor module, • an emergency call and safety module, • a service module, wherein all the aforementioned units are integrated in a common housing and are connected to each other via a central control unit.

Description

Technical field The invention relates to the fields of energy supply, transport infrastructure, communication systems, security infrastructure, and logistics. In particular, it relates to a modular energy and service module that can be operated individually or combined to form larger energy and infrastructure hubs. State of the art Current state of the art includes monofunctional systems such as conductive charging stations, emergency call boxes, communication masts, environmental and traffic sensor systems, and logistics and parcel stations, each operated separately. These systems require separate locations, their own foundations, their own network connections, and their own maintenance structures. An integrated system that combines energy generation, energy storage, inductive and conductive charging, digital communication, IoT sensors, emergency call and security functions, as well as service and logistics functions in a single modular component is not known. Likewise, no system exists that forms an energy and service structure from such modules, spanning transport routes and combining energy, communication and logistics functions. Object of the invention The object of the invention is to provide a scalable, multifunctional, and technically integrated infrastructure system that overcomes the structural deficiencies of existing energy, transportation, communication, and logistics systems. In particular, the invention aims to create a system that generates, stores, and distributes energy, enables inductive and conductive charging, provides digital communication and IoT sensors, integrates emergency call and security functions, supports services and logistics, and can be modularly combined to form larger structures. Furthermore, a system should be provided that enables industrial manufacturing, rapid installation, efficient maintenance and technical scalability through standardized construction, thereby supporting new technical processes along the entire infrastructure chain. Solution to the task The task is solved by a modular energy, communication and service module that integrates an energy generation unit, an energy storage unit, at least one charging unit for inductive and / or conductive charging, a communication module, a sensor module, an emergency call and safety module and a service module in a common housing. All units are interconnected via a central control system. Multiple modules can be linked via a shared energy and data network, forming scalable infrastructure clusters. By combining several modules, an energy hub is created that spans traffic routes and includes additional functions such as solar roof areas, energy storage clusters, inductive driving lanes, conductive fast charging points, logistics docking stations, communication masts, emergency call centers and service areas. The system thus enables a fully integrated, modular, energy-autonomous and technically scalable infrastructure system. Advantages of the invention • Multifunctional integration of multiple infrastructure components in a single building element • Modularity and scalability • Energy self-sufficiency through integrated photovoltaics and storage • Reduced footprint • High resilience through distributed structure • Simplified installation and maintenance • Expandability through interchangeable modules • Future-proof architecture for new technologies • Systemic coupling of multiple modules • Possibility of integration into larger structures Brief description of the drawings Figure description - Fig. 1 Fig. 1 shows a side view of an energy column, consisting of a column body (1) with vertically arranged photovoltaic lamellae (2), an inductive charging pad (3) in the base area, a conductive charging socket (4) on the side, an integrated energy storage unit (5), a sensor cluster (6), a communication module (7), a digital display (8), a service module (9), a lighting ring (10), a landmark logo (11), a maintenance hatch (12), a cooling / air duct (13), a base plate (14), and a cable connection (15). The emergency call module (16) is integrated laterally. Figure description - Fig. 2 Fig. 2 shows an enlarged detail view of the emergency call and communication module, consisting of a microphone-speaker element, optical signaling, location transmission unit, optional camera unit, and a redundant power supply.The module is integrated into the column and serves for bidirectional communication as well as safety-relevant reporting of emergencies and breakdowns. Figure description - Fig. 3 Fig. 3 shows an infrastructure structure in side view that spans a road and is composed of several modules. The structure includes solar roof surfaces (21), optional wind modules (22), energy storage clusters (23), inductive driving lanes (24), conductive fast-charging sockets (25), a logistics docking station (26), a communication mast (27), traffic sensors (28), an IoT backbone (29), an emergency call center (30), parcel stations (33), service areas (34), and maintenance access points (35). Vehicles are located under the roof, which is supported by two columns. Detailed description of the invention 1. Basic structure The module comprises a column body (1) that supports photovoltaic lamellae (2), sensors (6), communication modules (7), displays (8), lighting (10), and a landmark logo (11). Inside are energy storage devices (5), power electronics, control units, and cable connections (15). A maintenance hatch (12) provides access. 2. Energy generation Photovoltaic lamellae (2) generate electrical energy which is fed into the energy storage device (5) via power electronics. 3. Energy storage The energy storage unit (5) is modularly scalable and serves to buffer and supply the charging and communication systems. 4. Charging units Inductive charging pad (3): integrated into the floor area or foundation (14). Conductive charging socket (4): located on the side, AC or DC. 5. Communication module The communication module (7) includes 5G / 6G units, IoT gateways and optional radio technologies. 6. Sensor module The sensor cluster (6) records environmental, traffic and operational data. 7. Emergency call and safety module The emergency call module (16) includes microphone, loudspeaker, optical signals and location transmission. 8. Service module The service module (9) can contain payment terminals, parcel lockers or information displays. 9. Cooling A cooling and air guidance system (13) stabilizes the thermal conditions. 10. Networking Multiple modules can exchange energy and data and form a distributed network. 11. Energy Hub Several modules form a structure above a road with solar roof areas (21), energy storage clusters (23), inductive driving lanes (24), fast charging points (25), logistics docking stations (26), communication mast (27), traffic sensors (28), IoT backbone (29), emergency call center (30), parcel stations (33) and service areas (34). Reference symbol list 1 Column body 2 Photovoltaic louvers 3 Inductive charging pad 4 Conductive charging socket 5 Energy storage 6 Sensor cluster 7 Communication module 8 Digital display 9 Service module 10 Lighting ring 11 Landmark logo 12 Maintenance hatch 13 Cooling / air duct 14 Foundation plate 15 Cable connection 16 Emergency call module 21 Solar roof surfaces 22 Wind modules 23 Energy storage cluster 24 Inductive driving lanes 25 Fast charging sockets 26 Logistics docking stations 27 Communication mast 28 Traffic sensors 29 IoT backbone 30 Emergency call center 33 Parcel station 34 Service areas 35 Maintenance access points

Claims

(Main claim) Modular energy, communication and service module comprising: • an energy generation unit, • an energy storage unit, • at least one charging unit for inductive and / or conductive charging, • a communication module, • a sensor module, • an emergency call and safety module, • a service module, wherein all the aforementioned units are integrated in a common housing and are connected to each other via a central control unit. Module according to claim 1, characterized in that the energy generation unit comprises vertical or horizontal photovoltaic surfaces. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the energy storage unit is arranged inside the housing and has a scalable storage capacity. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the charging unit comprises an inductive charging plate which is integrated in the floor area or in the foundation of the module. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the charging unit additionally comprises a conductive charging socket. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the communication module comprises a 5G and / or 6G unit as well as an IoT gateway. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the sensor module comprises sensors for recording environmental, traffic and operational data. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the emergency call and safety module comprises a bidirectional voice connection, optical signaling and location transmission. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the service module comprises a payment terminal, a parcel compartment, an information display or a combination thereof. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the housing comprises an integrated cooling and air guidance system. Module according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several modules are interconnected via a common energy and data network. System consisting of several modules according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the modules exchange energy among themselves and form a distributed energy storage and communication network. System according to claim 12, characterized in that the modules perform load management, energy sharing and data routing. Structure comprising several modules according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the structure spans a traffic road and comprises the following elements: • solar roof areas, • energy storage clusters, • inductive driving lanes, • conductive fast charging points, • logistics docking stations, • communication mast, • emergency call and security center. Structure according to claim 14, characterized in that it includes a highly visible landmark logo. Structure according to one of claims 14 or 15, characterized in that it is operated as an energy, communication and logistics hub.

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