Coupled-structure data center module and modular data center comprising same

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of data centers, and relates to a coupled-structure data center module and a modular data center comprising same. The coupled-structure data center module comprises a first module configured to mount a cabinet, wherein a second module configured to mount a cable rack and an electrical apparatus is provided on an upper side of the first module, the upper side of the first module being in communication with a lower side of the second module; and the first module is detachably connected to the second module. In the present application, the first module is detachably connected to the second module, and therefore the first module and the second module can both be independently produced and transported; and after transportation is completed, the first module and the second module are mounted together to form a complete coupled-structure data center module. Therefore, the maximum height of the first module and the maximum height of the second module can both reach 4.2 m, and thus the height of the entire coupled-structure data center module formed by assembling the first module and the second module can exceed the limit of 4.2 m, making the coupled-structure data center module higher and meeting the requirements of more enterprises.

Description

A coupled structure data center module and modular data center thereof Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of data centers, and in particular to a coupled structure data center module and a modular data center thereof. Background Art

[0002] With the development of technology, the demand for data centers has grown rapidly. Currently, there are two main methods for building data centers: the first is concrete construction, which involves constructing them locally using concrete and other building materials. The second is modular construction, which involves directly installing modular data center units.

[0003] The modular data center construction model has a short construction cycle, and the time spent is only 1 / 3 of that of a concrete data center. At the same time, since most of the work of a modular data center can be completed before leaving the factory, the quality of the modular data center is high, which makes modular data centers more and more popular among customers.

[0004] However, since modular data centers are manufactured in-house and then transported to their designated locations, their modules need to be transported. Consequently, their dimensions are affected by height restrictions on bridges and tunnels. Currently, the most common height restrictions are 5m or 4.5m, resulting in the most widely used modular data center being 4.2m.

[0005] Therefore, modular data centers are affected by the transportation environment and are difficult to expand in size, which will cause modular data centers to gradually become unable to meet enterprise needs.

[0006] Summary of the Invention

[0007] The present application provides a coupled structure data center module and a modular data center thereof, the purpose of which is to increase the size of the final modular data center while ensuring that the modular data center can be transported normally, so that the final modular data center can meet the needs of the enterprise.

[0008] In the first aspect, the present application provides a coupled structure data center module that adopts the following technical solutions:

[0009] A coupled structure data center module includes a first module for installing a cabinet, a second module for installing a wire rack and electrical equipment is provided on the upper side of the first module, the upper side of the first module is connected to the lower side of the second module, and the first module and the second module are detachably connected.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the first module is mainly used to install the cabinets of the data center. The second module is mainly used for wire racks and electrical equipment. When the first module is connected to the second module, the cabinet in the first module and the wire rack and electrical equipment in the second module can be quickly connected through quick-connect cables, thereby meeting the basic functions of the coupled structure data center module. The first module and the second module are detachably connected, so the first module and the second module can be independently produced and transported. After the transportation is completed, the first module and the second module are installed together. Therefore, the maximum height of the first module and the second module can reach 4.2m. Then, the height of the entire coupled structure data center module spliced ​​by the first module and the second module can exceed the 4.2m limit, making the coupled structure data center module taller and able to meet the requirements of more companies.

[0011] Optionally, a first stop is provided on the upper side of the first module, and a second stop is provided on the lower side of the second module; when the first module and the second module are connected in a vertical direction, the upper side of the first stop abuts the second module, and the lower side of the second stop abuts the first module; the second stop is provided on the outside of the first stop.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, through the cooperation of the first stopper and the second stopper, after the first module is installed on the second module, the first stopper and the second stopper can seal the gap between the first module and the second module.

[0013] Optionally, the second stopper is made of elastic material.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the second stopper is made of elastic material, so that when the second stopper contacts the first module, the second stopper can increase the sealing between the first module and the second module through its own elastic deformation.

[0015] Optionally, a connecting component is provided between the first module and the second module, and the connecting component includes a connecting plate, the upper side of the connecting plate is in contact with the second module, and the lower side is in contact with the first module, and the connecting plate is detachably connected to the first module and the second module.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the connection assembly includes a connection plate, and the connection plate can achieve positioning and installation between the first module and the second module through detachable connection with the first module and the second module.

[0017] Optionally, a positioning member is provided on the connecting plate, and the positioning member is arranged in the vertical direction. A first positioning hole is opened on the upper side of the first module, and a second positioning hole is opened on the lower side of the second module. The upper end of the positioning member is plugged into the second positioning hole, and the lower end of the positioning member is plugged into the first positioning hole.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution and setting the positioning member on the connecting plate, when the first module and the second module are installed, the positioning member can be inserted into the corresponding first positioning hole and the second positioning hole, thereby realizing the positioning between the first module and the second module.

[0019] Optionally, at least one through hole is provided on the connecting plate in the vertical direction, at least one first bolt hole is provided on the upper side of the first module, and at least one second bolt hole is provided on the lower side of the second module. The first bolt hole, the second bolt hole and the through hole are connected in the vertical direction, a connecting bolt is inserted into the first bolt hole, and the connecting bolt is inserted into the through hole and the second bolt hole.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the first through hole is set on the connecting plate. When the first module and the second module are installed, the first bolt hole, the through hole and the second bolt hole are connected to each other, so that the connecting bolt is inserted into the first bolt hole, so that the connecting bolt can be inserted into the first bolt hole, the through hole and the second bolt hole. Therefore, the positioning installation between the first module and the second module can be achieved.

[0021] In a second aspect, the present application provides a modular data center that adopts the following technical solutions:

[0022] A modular data center includes the above-mentioned coupling structure data center module, wherein a plurality of the coupling structure data center modules are provided, and the plurality of the coupling structure data center modules are stacked in sequence along the vertical direction, and two adjacent coupling structure data center modules are detachably connected.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, the height of the final data center can be increased and the space of the final data center can be expanded by stacking a number of coupled structure data center modules in the vertical direction.

[0024] Optionally, two adjacent coupling structure data center modules are also provided with the connection component.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, the positioning and installation between the two coupled structure data center modules are achieved through the above connection components.

[0026] In a third aspect, the present application provides a modular data center that adopts the following technical solutions:

[0027] A modular data center includes the above-mentioned coupling structure data center module, wherein a plurality of the coupling structure data center modules are provided, and the plurality of the coupling structure data center modules are arranged in sequence along the horizontal direction, and two adjacent coupling structure data center modules are detachably connected.

[0028] By adopting the above technical solution, several coupled structure data center modules can be connected in the horizontal direction, so the space of the final data center can be expanded in the horizontal direction.

[0029] Optionally, adjacent connecting plates along the horizontal direction are connected to each other as a whole.

[0030] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting plates connected in the horizontal direction are integrated into one, thus ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0031] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0032] 1. The coupled data center module of this application utilizes a detachable first and second module, allowing each to be independently manufactured and transported. After transport, the first and second modules are assembled together to form a complete coupled data center module. Consequently, the maximum height of each module can reach 4.2 meters. Furthermore, the height of the entire coupled data center module, comprised of the first and second modules, can exceed the 4.2-meter limit, allowing the coupled data center module to be taller and meet the requirements of a wider range of businesses.

[0033] 2. The coupled structure data center modules of the present application can be stacked in the vertical direction, thereby expanding the space of the module data center in the vertical direction.

[0034] 3. The coupled structure data center modules of the present application can be stacked in the horizontal direction, thereby expanding the space of the module data center in the horizontal direction. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0035] FIG1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a coupled structure data center module according to Example 1 of the present application.

[0036] FIG2 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the internal devices of the coupling structure data center module of Example 1 of the present application.

[0037] FIG3 is a partial cross-sectional structural diagram of the coupling structure data center module of Example 1 of the present application.

[0038] FIG4 is a partial cross-sectional structural diagram of the connection component positions of the coupling structure data center module of Example 1 of the present application.

[0039] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the connecting plate of Example 1 of the present application.

[0040] FIG6 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the modular data center of Example 1 of the present application.

[0041] FIG7 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the module data center of Example 2 of the present application.

[0042] FIG8 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the internal equipment of the module data center of Example 2 of the present application.

[0043] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the connecting plate of Example 2 of the present application.

[0044] In the figure, 1. first module; 11. cabinet; 2. second module; 21. wire rack and electrical equipment; 22. quick-connect cable; 3. first stop; 31. first stop bar; 4. second stop; 41. second stop bar; 5. connection assembly; 51. connection plate; 52. positioning member; 53. first positioning hole; 54. second positioning hole; 55. through hole; 56. first bolt hole; 57. second bolt hole; 58. connecting bolt; 100. coupling structure data center module. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0045] The present application is further described in detail below with reference to Figures 1 to 9.

[0046] Example 1:

[0047] A coupled structure data center module, referring to Figures 1 and 2, includes a first module 1 and a second module 2, the second module 2 is located on the upper side of the first module 1, the upper side of the first module 1 is connected to the lower side of the second module 2, and the second module 2 is detachably connected to the first module 1.

[0048] 1 and 2 , the first module 1 is primarily used to install a data center cabinet 11. In this application, the cabinet 11 specifically refers to a central cabinet or server. The second module 2 is primarily used to install a wire rack and electrical equipment 21. When the first module 1 and the second module 2 are connected, quick-connect cables 22 can be used to quickly connect the cabinet 11 in the first module 1 to the wire rack and electrical equipment 21 in the second module 2, thereby satisfying the basic functions of the coupled structure data center module 100. The first module 1 and the second module 2 are detachably connected, so both the first module 1 and the second module 2 can be independently manufactured and transported. After transportation, the first module 1 and the second module 2 are installed together. Therefore, the maximum height of each of the first module 1 and the second module 2 can reach 4.2 meters. Furthermore, the height of the entire coupled structure data center module 100, which is composed of the first module 1 and the second module 2, can exceed the 4.2-meter limit, making the coupled structure data center module 100 taller and meeting the requirements of more enterprises.

[0049] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the first module 1 includes a base frame, and the side walls of the base frame are each provided with a first side frame, on which a protective plate or other plate can be installed. The first side frames are each located on the upper side of the base frame, and the first side frames are arranged in a vertical direction. The first side frames are connected to the corresponding first side frames on both sides in the horizontal direction. Therefore, the first module 1 is a box with an open top. The second module 2 includes an end frame, and the side walls of the end frame are each provided with a second side frame, on which a protective plate or other plate can be installed. The second side frame is located on the lower side of the end frame, and the second side frame is arranged in a vertical direction. The second side frame is connected to the corresponding second side frame on both sides in the horizontal direction. Therefore, the second module 2 is a box with an open bottom. Therefore, after the first module 1 and the second module 2 are installed in a vertical direction, the space between the first module 1 and the second module 2 can form a complete space, thereby meeting the requirements of the data center.

[0050] Referring to Figures 1 and 3 , a first block 3 is provided on the top side of the first module 1. This block 3 includes several first bars 31. The number of first bars 31 is related to the shape of the first module 1. In this application, the top side of the first module 1 is rectangular, so there are four first bars 31, forming a ring. A second block 4 is provided on the bottom side of the second module 2. This block 4 includes several second bars 41. Each second bar 41 corresponds to the first bar 31 and is vertically positioned above the first bar 31. The second block 4 is sleeved onto the outside of the first block 3.

[0051] 1 and 3 , when the first module 1 and the second module 2 are connected in a vertical direction, the upper side of the first stopper 3 contacts the second module 2, and the lower side of the second stopper 4 contacts the first module 1. Therefore, the first stopper 3 and the second stopper 4 can waterproof the gap between the first module 1 and the second module 2.

[0052] 1 and 3 , in this embodiment, the first stopper 3 is made of a steel bar, and the second stopper 4 can be made of a steel bar or other elastic material such as rubber. When the second stopper 4 is made of an elastic material, the elastic deformation of the second stopper 4 itself can enhance the sealing and waterproofing between the first module 1 and the second module 2.

[0053] In addition, the first stopper 3 and the second stopper 4 can be integrally formed and made of elastic materials such as steel plates or rubber, and then installed between the first module 1 and the second module 2 through bolts and positioning pins to achieve sealing between the first module 1 and the second module 2.

[0054] 1 and 4 , a connection assembly 5 is further provided between the first module 1 and the second module 2 .

[0055] 4 and 5 , the connection assembly 5 includes a plurality of connection plates 51 . The number of the connection plates 51 is related to the shape of the first module 1 . In this application, the first module 1 is rectangular, so there are four connection plates 51 . The four connection plates 51 are respectively located at the four corners of the upper side of the first module 1 .

[0056] 4 and 5 , a positioning member 52 is provided on the connecting plate 51. The positioning member 52 is arranged in a vertical direction, with the upper end of the positioning member 52 protruding from the upper side of the connecting plate 51 and the lower end of the positioning member 52 protruding from the lower side of the connecting plate 51. A plurality of first positioning holes 53 are formed on the upper surface of the first module 1, and a plurality of second positioning holes 54 are formed on the lower side of the second module 2. The first positioning holes 53, the second positioning holes, and the positioning member 52 are provided in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0057] 4 and 5 , when first module 1 and second module 2 are vertically connected, the upper end of positioning member 52 engages with the corresponding second positioning hole 54, and the lower end of positioning member 52 engages with the corresponding first positioning hole 53. Therefore, the provision of positioning member 52 enables the positioning and installation of first module 1 and second module 2.

[0058] 4 and 5 , a through hole 55 is vertically formed through the connecting plate 51. A first bolt hole 56 is formed on the upper side of the first module 1, and a second bolt hole 57 is formed on the lower side of the second module 2. The first bolt hole 56, through hole 55, and second bolt hole 57 are provided in a one-to-one correspondence. Furthermore, a plurality of the first bolt holes 56, through holes 55, and second bolt holes 57 can be provided according to actual needs.

[0059] Referring to Figures 4 and 5, when the first module 1 and the second module 2 are vertically connected, the first bolt holes 56, through-holes 55, and second bolt holes 57 are vertically connected. At this point, connecting bolts 58 are inserted into the first bolt holes 56, and the connecting bolts 58 are vertically inserted into the corresponding through-holes 55 and second bolt holes 57. Thus, the connection between the first module 1 and the second module 2 is achieved.

[0060] In addition to the above-mentioned connection assembly 5, a plurality of bolts and a plurality of positioning pins can be provided between the first module 1 and the second module 2 according to actual needs, thereby increasing the stability of the connection between the first module 1 and the second module 2 and the accuracy of installation positioning.

[0061] The implementation principle of the embodiment of the present application is: by dividing the coupled structure data center module 100 into a first module 1 and a second module 2 which are independent of each other in the vertical direction, the first module 1 and the second module 2 can be spliced ​​into a complete whole through the connecting component 5.

[0062] Therefore, the maximum height of the first module 1 and the second module 2 can reach 4.2m, and the height of the entire data center spliced ​​by the first module 1 and the second module 2 can exceed the 4.2m limit, making the final data center taller and able to meet the requirements of more enterprises.

[0063] A modular data center, as shown in FIG6 , includes a plurality of coupled structure data center modules 100 , which are stacked in sequence along the vertical direction, and two adjacent coupled structure data center modules 100 along the vertical direction are connected by a connecting component 5 .

[0064] The implementation principle of the embodiment of the present application is: by stacking a number of coupled structure data center modules 100 in the vertical direction through the connection component 5, the space of the entire data center can be expanded, so that the final combined data center is taller and can meet the requirements of more enterprises.

[0065] Example 2:

[0066] A modular data center, referring to Figures 7 and 8, the difference between this embodiment and Example 1 is that in addition to being stacked in the vertical direction, the multiple coupled structure data center modules 100 are also spliced ​​in the horizontal direction.

[0067] 7 and 9 , two adjacent connection plates 51 in two adjacent coupling structure data center modules 100 are connected as a whole.

[0068] The implementation principle of the embodiment of the present application is: first, by increasing the number of coupling structure data center modules 100 in the horizontal direction, the space of the final data center is made larger, which can meet the requirements of more enterprises.

[0069] Secondly, since two adjacent connection plates 51 are connected into a whole, it is possible to connect two adjacent coupling structure data center modules 100 in the horizontal direction.

[0070] The examples of this specific embodiment are all preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Identical components are represented by the same reference numerals. Therefore, any equivalent changes made based on the structure, shape, and principle of this application should be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A coupled structure data center module (100), characterized in that It includes a first module (1) for installing a cabinet (11). A second module (2) for installing a wire rack and electrical equipment (21) is provided on the upper side of the first module (1). The upper side of the first module (1) is in communication with the lower side of the second module (2). The first module (1) is detachably connected to the second module (2).

2. The coupled structure data center module (100) according to claim 1, wherein, A first stopper (3) is provided on the upper side of the first module (1), and a second stopper (4) is provided on the lower side of the second module (2). When the first module (1) is connected to the second module (2) in the vertical direction, the upper side of the first stopper (3) abuts against the second module (2), and the lower side of the second stopper (4) abuts against the first module (1). The second stopper (4) is provided outside the first stopper (3).

3. The coupled-structure data center module (100) according to claim 2, wherein The second stopper (4) is made of an elastic material.

4. A coupled structure data center module (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that A connection assembly (5) is provided between the first module (1) and the second module (2). The connection assembly (5) includes a connection plate (51). The upper side of the connection plate (51) abuts against the second module (2), and the lower side abuts against the first module (1). The connection plate (51) is detachably connected to both the first module (1) and the second module (2).

5. A coupled structure data center module (100) according to claim 4, wherein, A positioning member (52) is provided on the connection plate (51). The positioning member (52) is arranged in the vertical direction and corresponds to a first positioning hole (53) opened on the upper side of the first module (1) and a second positioning hole (54) opened on the lower side of the second module (2). The upper end of the positioning member (52) is inserted and matched with the second positioning hole (54), and the lower end of the positioning member (52) is inserted and matched with the first positioning hole (53).

6. A coupled structure data center module (100) according to claim 5, wherein, At least one through hole (55) is opened in the connection plate (51) in the vertical direction. At least one first bolt hole (56) is opened on the upper side of the first module (1), and at least one second bolt hole (57) is opened on the lower side of the second module (2). The first bolt hole (56), the second bolt hole (57), and the through hole (55) are in communication in the vertical direction. A connection bolt (58) is inserted into the first bolt hole (56), and the connection bolt (58) is inserted into the through hole (55) and the second bolt hole (57).

7. A modular data center, comprising a plurality of the coupled structure data center modules (100) according to any one of the above claims 1-6, characterized in that, A number of the coupled structure data center modules (100) are stacked in sequence in the vertical direction, and two adjacent coupled structure data center modules (100) are detachably connected.

8. A modular data center according to claim 7, characterized in that, The connection assembly (5) is also provided between two adjacent coupled structure data center modules (100).

9. A modular data center, comprising a plurality of the coupled structure data center modules (100) according to any one of the above claims 1-6, characterized in that, A number of the coupled structure data center modules (100) are arranged in sequence in the horizontal direction, and two adjacent coupled structure data center modules (100) are detachably connected.

10. A modular data center according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connection plates (51) adjacent to each other in the horizontal direction are connected into a whole.

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