TWI815717B - Battery selection methods for battery exchange and battery energy stations thereof, and computer program products - Google Patents

Abstract

Battery selection methods for battery exchange and battery energy stations thereof are provided, which are suitable for an electronic equipment used for storing and charging a plurality of batteries. First, a battery exchange request is received. Then, a battery state of each battery is obtained, wherein the battery state at least includes a battery power and a number of battery charging cycle. In a battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries according to the battery state of each battery, wherein in the battery selection operation, the batteries are screened according to the battery power and the number of battery charging cycle in sequence, and the battery with the highest battery power and the smallest number of battery charging cycle will be selected first, and the candidate battery is provided in response to the battery exchange request.

Description

Battery selection method for battery exchange, its battery energy station, and its computer program product

The present invention relates to a battery energy station and a battery selection method for battery exchange thereof, and in particular to a battery energy station that can select batteries according to the battery status of the battery, the location of the battery and/or the height of the user. Provides battery energy stations for battery exchange and battery selection methods for battery exchange.

In recent years, with the rise of environmental awareness and the advancement of electric vehicle technology, the development of electric vehicles that use electric energy as a power source to replace traditional vehicles that use fossil fuels as a power source has gradually become an important goal in the automotive field. Therefore, electric vehicles have become more and more popular. Becoming more and more popular. In order to improve the range and willingness to use electric vehicles, many countries or cities have begun to plan to set up charging stations and battery energy stations in public places to provide electric vehicles and/or electric motorcycles with charging or battery exchange, making the use of electric vehicles more convenient. convenient.

For different electric vehicles, charging or battery needs may be different during peak hours and off-peak hours. For example, the battery demand of electric motorcycles during peak hours will be higher than during off-peak hours. During peak hours, the battery energy station needs to charge the battery at high speed, with the goal of reaching the fully charged state as soon as possible. However, during off-peak hours, since the demand for batteries is not high, the battery energy station can charge the batteries slowly while saving costs to meet specific needs. Just meet the pool requirements.

On the other hand, since battery charging requires time and waiting, electric scooter users often use battery-swapping power replenishment mechanisms during busy commuting periods. Generally speaking, batteries are one of the most important costs for manufacturers, and rechargeable batteries have their service life limits. Therefore, how to properly charge and exchange the batteries in the battery energy station has become an urgent problem in the industry.

In view of this, the present invention provides a battery energy station and a battery selection method for battery exchange thereof.

A battery energy station according to an embodiment of the present invention has a battery storage system including a plurality of batteries, an energy module for charging the batteries, and a processing unit. The processing unit receives a battery exchange request and obtains a battery status of each battery. The battery status at least includes a battery power and a battery charging cycle number. In a battery selection operation, the processing unit selects a candidate battery from the batteries according to the battery status corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially screened based on the battery power and the number of battery charging cycles, and the battery with the highest battery power and the minimum number of battery charging cycles will be prioritized, and candidate batteries will be provided corresponding to the battery exchange requirements.

A battery selection method for battery exchange according to an embodiment of the present invention is suitable for an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries. First, a battery exchange request is received. Then, a battery status of each battery is obtained, wherein the battery status at least includes a battery power and a battery charging cycle number. In a battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially screened based on the battery power and the number of battery charging cycles, and the battery with the highest battery power and the minimum number of battery charging cycles will be prioritized, and candidate batteries will be provided corresponding to the battery exchange requirements.

The placement time in the station, and in the battery selection operation, candidate batteries are selected from the batteries based on the battery status of each battery and the placement time in the electronic equipment/battery energy station. Among them, the battery selection operation is based on the battery power, the number of battery charging cycles, and the placement time in the electronic device/battery energy station, and the battery has the highest battery power, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the longest Batteries with the longest storage time will be given priority.

In some embodiments, for each battery, it is determined whether the battery power of the corresponding battery is higher than a predetermined threshold value or a predetermined threshold ratio, and when the battery power of the corresponding battery is not higher than the predetermined threshold value or When the threshold ratio is established, the battery is excluded from the battery selection operation.

In some embodiments, a specific battery is received through a specific battery slot to generate a battery exchange request, and the corresponding specific battery slot is obtained at a location of the battery energy station. In the battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status and setting position of each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially filtered based on battery power, battery charging cycle times, and setting location, and the battery with the highest battery power, minimum battery charging cycle number, and the closest setting location will be selected first.

In some embodiments, a battery exchange request is generated by receiving a specific battery through a specific battery slot. The height data corresponding to a user is obtained based on a specific battery, and in the battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status and height data corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially filtered based on battery power, battery charging cycle times, and height data, and the battery with the highest battery power, the minimum battery charging cycle number, and the battery slot placed closest to the height data will be Be preferred.

The above method of the present invention can exist through programming code. When the program code is loaded and executed by a machine, the machine becomes a device for implementing the invention.

In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, embodiments are given below and described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

100:Battery energy station

110:Battery storage system

112:Battery

120:Energy Module

130:Network connection unit

140: Processing unit

200:Remote server

210:Internet

S310, S320, S330, S340: steps

S410, S420, S430, S440, S450: steps

S510, S520, S530, S540, S550: Steps

S610, S620, S630, S640, S650: Steps

S710, S720, S730: steps

Figure 1 is a schematic diagram showing a battery energy station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing a battery energy station according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a flow chart showing a battery selection method for battery exchange according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a flow chart showing a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a flow chart showing a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 1 shows a battery energy station according to an embodiment of the present invention. The battery power station 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention can be applied to an electronic device. As shown in the figure, the battery energy station 100 at least includes a battery storage system 110, an energy module 120, a network connection unit 130, and a processing unit 140. The battery storage system 110 has a specific mechanism (not shown in the figure) that can store a plurality of batteries 112 and selectively lock or release the batteries. The battery energy station 100 can provide batteries to at least one electrical device, such as an electric motorcycle or an electric vehicle. The energy module 120 can be electrically coupled to a power grid (not shown in the figure), thereby obtaining a total current to supply power to the battery energy station, and charging the battery 112 according to the signal from the processing unit 140 . It must be noted that the battery storage system 110 may include a charging module corresponding to each battery 112, and the charging module has a current limit and/or a lower current limit to charge the corresponding battery. It is worth noting that in some embodiments, the energy module 120 can actively detect the total current supplied by the power grid to the battery energy station 100 and notify the processing unit 140 of the corresponding total current information. The network connection unit 130 can be connected to a network, so that the battery energy station 100 has a network connection capability. In some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Wi-Fi network, etc. The processing unit 140 can control the operation of all hardware and software in the battery energy station 100 and execute the battery selection method for battery exchange in this case, the details of which will be described later.

Figure 2 shows a battery energy station according to another embodiment of the present invention. Similarly, the battery energy station 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention can be applied to an electronic device, which has a plurality of batteries that can be provided to at least one electrical device, such as an electric motorcycle or an electric car. The battery energy station 100 may have components similar to those shown in Figure 1, which will not be described again here. The battery energy station 100 can use the network connection unit 130 to connect to a cloud server 200 through a network 210, such as a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Wi-Fi network. It should be noted that in some embodiments, the cloud server 200 can simultaneously manage other battery energy stations located at the same location or at different locations. As mentioned above, the energy module 120 of the battery energy station 100 can actively detect the total current supplied to the battery energy station 100 by the power grid, and notify the processing unit 140 of the corresponding total current information. In some embodiments, the cloud server 200 can also notify the battery energy station 100 of the corresponding total current information through the network 210 . In some embodiments, the cloud server 200 can also transmit relevant information in different time periods, such as peak hours, off-peak hours, etc., to the battery energy station 100 through the network 210 . In some embodiments, the cloud server 200 can also transmit relevant user information to the battery energy station 100 through the network 210 . The battery energy station 100 can perform relevant operations based on the received information.

Figure 3 shows a battery selection method for battery exchange according to an embodiment of the present invention. The battery selection method for battery exchange according to the embodiment of the present invention is applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, such as the battery energy station in Figure 1.

First, in step S310, a battery exchange request is received. It is worth noting that in some embodiments, the user can place a battery into the battery slot of the electronic device/battery power station to generate this battery exchange request. In some embodiments, the electronic device/battery energy station can receive the battery exchange request from the cloud server through the network. Next, in step S320, a battery status of each battery in the electronic device/battery energy station is obtained. The battery status may include at least a battery power level and a battery charging cycle number. In step S330, in a battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries according to the battery status corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially filtered based on the battery power and the number of battery charging cycles, and the battery with the highest battery power and the minimum number of battery charging cycles will be prioritized. Afterwards, in step S340, candidate batteries are provided corresponding to the battery exchange request.

Figure 4 shows a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention. The battery selection method for battery exchange according to the embodiment of the present invention is applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, such as the battery energy station in Figure 1. In this embodiment, the battery selection operation can be additionally judged based on the time the battery has been in the electronic device/battery energy station.

First, in step S410, a battery exchange request is received. Similarly, in some embodiments, the user may place a battery into the battery slot of the electronic device/battery power station to generate this battery exchange request. In some embodiments, the electronic device/battery energy station can receive the battery exchange request from the cloud server through the network. Next, in step S420, a battery status of each battery in the electronic device/battery energy station is obtained. The battery status may include at least a battery power level and a battery charging cycle number. In step S430, the placement time of each battery placed in the electronic device/battery energy station is obtained. In step S440, in a battery selection operation, candidate batteries are selected from the batteries based on the battery status corresponding to each battery and the placement time in the electronic device/battery energy station. Among them, the battery selection operation is based on battery power, battery charging The battery will be screened based on the number of cycles and the time it has been placed in the electronic device/battery power station, and the battery with the highest battery capacity, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the longest time will be selected first. Afterwards, in step S450, candidate batteries are provided corresponding to the battery exchange request.

Figure 5 shows a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention. The battery selection method for battery exchange according to the embodiment of the present invention is applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, such as the battery energy station in Figure 1. In this embodiment, the battery selection operation can be additionally determined based on the position where the user places the battery.

First, in step S510, a specific battery is received through a specific battery slot to generate a battery exchange request, and in step S520, a location of the corresponding specific battery slot in the electronic device/battery energy station is obtained. Next, in step S530, in the battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries according to the battery status and the installation position corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection operation is sequentially filtered based on battery power, battery charging cycle times, and setting location, and the battery with the highest battery power, minimum battery charging cycle number, and the closest setting location will be selected first. Afterwards, in step S540, candidate batteries are provided corresponding to the battery exchange request.

Figure 6 shows a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention. The battery selection method for battery exchange according to the embodiment of the present invention is applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, such as the battery energy station in Figure 1. In this embodiment, the battery selection operation may be additionally based on the user's height information.

First, in step S610, a specific battery is received through a specific battery slot to generate a battery exchange request, and in step S620, height data corresponding to a user is obtained based on the specific battery. Next, in step S630, in the battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status and height data corresponding to each battery. Among them, the battery selection process is sequentially screened based on battery power, battery charging cycle times, and height data, and has the best Batteries with high battery capacity, minimum battery charge cycles, and batteries placed in the battery slot closest to the height data will be prioritized. Afterwards, in step S540, candidate batteries are provided corresponding to the battery exchange request.

Figure 7 shows a battery selection method for battery exchange according to another embodiment of the present invention. The battery selection method for battery exchange according to the embodiment of the present invention is applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, such as the battery energy station in Figure 1. In this embodiment, before the battery selection operation, the batteries can be screened in advance according to the battery power.

First, in step S710, for each battery, it is determined whether the battery power of the corresponding battery is higher than a predetermined threshold value or a predetermined threshold ratio. Note that the predetermined threshold value and the predetermined threshold ratio can be set according to different applications and requirements. For example, the established threshold ratio may be 80% of the battery's maximum full charge. It should be noted that the aforementioned predetermined threshold ratio is only an example in this case, and the present invention is not limited thereto. When the battery power of the corresponding battery is higher than the predetermined threshold value or the predetermined threshold ratio (Yes in step S720), the process ends. When the battery power of the corresponding battery is not higher than the predetermined threshold value or the predetermined threshold ratio (No in step S720), in step S730, the battery is excluded from the battery selection operation.

It must be noted that in some embodiments, the battery selection operation can be based on the battery status of each battery, such as battery power and battery charging cycle times, and the placement time of each battery in the electronic device/battery energy station. , select the battery according to the location of the specific battery slot in the electronic device/battery power station, and/or the height data of the corresponding user. In some embodiments, the battery selection operation is sequentially based on the battery power, the number of battery charging cycles, the placement time of each battery in the electronic device/battery energy station, and the corresponding specific battery slot in the electronic device/battery energy station. The setting position and the height data of the corresponding user are filtered, and the battery with the highest battery capacity, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, the longest placement time, the closest setting position, and the battery slot placed closest to the height data will be Be preferred.

Therefore, through the battery energy station and the battery selection method of the battery exchange in this case, the battery in the battery energy station can be selected based on the battery status of the battery, the time the battery has been in the device, the location of the battery and/or the user's height. Provide battery exchange, thereby increasing user convenience while meeting battery replacement needs.

The method of the present invention, or a specific type or part thereof, may exist in the form of program code. Program code may be contained in physical media, such as floppy disks, optical discs, hard disks, or any other machine-readable (such as computer-readable) storage media, or computer program products that are not limited to external forms, among which, When the program code is loaded and executed by a machine, such as a computer, the machine becomes a device for participating in the invention. Program code can also be transmitted through some transmission media, such as wires or cables, fiber optics, or any transmission type. When the program code is received, loaded and executed by a machine, such as a computer, the machine becomes a party to participate in the process. Inventive device. When implemented in a general purpose processing unit, the program code combined with the processing unit provides a unique device that operates similarly to application specific logic circuits.

Although the present invention has been disclosed above in terms of preferred embodiments, they are not intended to limit the present invention. Anyone familiar with this art can make some changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention The scope of protection shall be subject to the scope of the patent application attached.

S310, S320, S330, S340: steps

Claims (8)

A battery selection method for battery exchange, applicable to an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries, includes the following steps: receiving a specific battery through a specific battery slot of the electronic device to receive a battery exchange request; based on The specific battery obtains the height data of a corresponding user; obtains the battery status of each battery in the corresponding electronic device, wherein the battery status at least includes a battery power and a battery charging cycle number; in a battery selection operation , selecting a candidate battery from the batteries based on the battery status and the height data corresponding to each of the batteries, wherein the battery selection operation is sequentially based on the battery capacity

, the number of battery charging cycles, and the height data are filtered, and the battery with the highest battery capacity, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the battery slot closest to the height data will be selected first; and the battery corresponding to the This battery exchange requires the candidate battery to be provided. The battery selection method for battery exchange described in item 1 of the patent application further includes the following steps: obtaining the placement time of each battery in the electronic device; and in the battery selection operation, according to the corresponding The battery status of each battery and the placement time in the electronic device are used to select the candidate battery from the batteries, wherein the battery selection operation is sequentially based on the battery power and the number of charging cycles of the battery. , and the placement time placed in the electronic device are screened, and the battery with the highest battery capacity, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the longest placement time will be prioritized. The battery selection method for battery exchange described in item 1 of the patent application further includes the following steps: For each of the batteries, determine whether the battery power of the corresponding battery is higher than a predetermined threshold value or a predetermined threshold ratio; and when the battery power of the corresponding battery is not higher than the predetermined threshold value or the predetermined threshold ratio, the battery is excluded from the battery selection operation. The battery selection method for battery exchange described in item 1 of the patent application further includes the following steps: receiving a specific battery through a specific battery slot of the electronic device to generate the battery exchange request; obtaining the corresponding specific battery slot in A setting position of the electronic device; and in the battery selection operation, select a candidate battery from the batteries based on the battery status corresponding to each of the batteries and the setting position, wherein the battery selection operation is sequential Filter based on the battery power, the battery charging cycle number, and the setting position, and the battery with the highest battery power, the minimum battery charging cycle number, and the battery closest to the setting position will be prioritized. A battery energy station includes: a battery storage system including a plurality of batteries; an energy module for charging the batteries; and a processing unit for receiving a specific battery through a specific battery slot of the battery storage system. The battery receives a battery exchange request, obtains the height data of a corresponding user based on the specific battery, and obtains a battery status of each of the batteries, wherein the battery status at least includes a battery power and a battery charging cycle number, in In a battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status and the height data corresponding to each of the batteries, wherein the battery selection operation is sequentially based on the battery capacity and the number of charging cycles of the battery. Filter and have the highest battery capacity and minimum number of battery charge cycles, and place them closest to The battery in one of the battery slots with the height data will be prioritized and the candidate battery will be provided corresponding to the battery exchange request. For the battery energy station described in Item 5 of the patent application, the processing unit further obtains the placement time of each battery placed in the battery energy station, and in the battery selection operation, according to the corresponding each The battery status of the batteries and the placement time in the battery energy station are used to select the candidate battery from the batteries, wherein the battery selection operation is based on the battery capacity, the number of charging cycles of the battery, and the placement time placed in the battery energy station for screening, and the battery with the highest battery capacity, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the longest placement time will be prioritized. The battery energy station described in Item 5 of the patent application, wherein a specific battery slot of the battery storage system receives a specific battery to generate the battery exchange request, and the processing unit further obtains the corresponding specific battery slot in the battery An installation location of the energy station, and in the battery selection operation, a candidate battery is selected from the batteries based on the battery status corresponding to each of the batteries and the installation location, wherein the battery selection operation is sequentially based on The battery power, the number of battery charging cycles, and the setting position are filtered, and the battery with the highest battery power, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the closest to the setting position will be prioritized. A computer program product, which is loaded by a machine to perform a battery selection method for battery exchange, and is suitable for an electronic device used to store and charge multiple batteries. The above-mentioned computer program product includes: a first program code, used to receive a specific battery through a specific battery slot of the electronic device to receive a battery exchange request; a second program code used to obtain height information corresponding to a user based on the specific battery; a third program code, Used to obtain the battery status of each battery in the corresponding electronic device, wherein the battery status at least includes a battery power and a battery charging cycle number; a fourth program code used in a battery selection operation, according to Select a candidate battery from the batteries corresponding to the battery status and the height data of each of the batteries, wherein the battery selection operation is sequentially filtered based on the battery power, the number of battery charging cycles, and the height data , and has the highest battery power

, the minimum number of battery charging cycles, and the battery placed in a battery slot closest to the height data will be prioritized; and a fifth program code used to provide the candidate battery corresponding to the battery exchange request.

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