In the bustling parking lot of a large commercial center, when you are anxiously shuttling between the parking spaces to find the rare idle charging pile, or the helpless moment of encountering a long charging queue on the highway on holidays, you might as well set your sights on an emerging service - mobile charging supporting services. With just a swipe of the QR code or a touch of the applet at your fingertips, a mobile charging robot under intelligent navigation will arrive as scheduled to quickly replenish the energy of your electric vehicle.
In recent years, with the vigorous development of charging piles and battery swapping stations, mobile charging robots, as a rising star in the charging and swapping market, are attracting more than 40 companies to rush in to jointly explore this blue ocean field with unlimited potential. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Public Security, as of the end of June 2024, the number of new energy vehicles in mainland China has surged to 24.72 million, and although the charging infrastructure has reached 10.243 million units, the pile-to-vehicle ratio is about 1:2.4, although it is a leading position in the world, there is still a gap from the ideal 1:1 ratio, especially in the rationality of layout, service balance and operational efficiency.
In the face of the mismatch between the blowout growth of new energy vehicle sales and the construction speed of charging facilities, especially the difficulty of charging in hot areas and holidays, the space and time limitations of traditional fixed charging and swapping facilities are becoming more and more obvious. Wang Wei, vice president of technology of Beijing Zhongneng Congcong Technology Co., Ltd., profoundly pointed out that practical obstacles such as the shortage of land resources, the capacitance limitation of the community and the parking problem of the old community are seriously restricting the further expansion of charging infrastructure. In this context, the traditional mode of "car looking for piles" urgently needs to be transformed to the intelligent transformation of "pile looking for cars".
It is based on a keen insight into the pain points of the market, innovative companies such as Zhongneng Congcong and Dark Horse Force came into being, focusing on the research and development and application of mobile charging robots, and striving to break the traditional shackles and realize the flexibility and efficiency of charging services. Wu Tian, chief product officer of Dark Horse Force, vividly described this change: "Our goal is to make the charging service as convenient as takeaway and food delivery, starting from the needs of users, so that charging piles can actively find and serve vehicles." ”
In the background of the operation system of Zhongneng Congcong, a symphony of energy and intelligence is quietly staged. Since its opening in September 2023, the demonstration station of China Energy Center in Jinshan District, Fuzhou, as a comprehensive site integrating distributed photovoltaic, energy storage and smart charging, has provided high-quality services for more than 144,000 charging needs, with a total charging volume of 1,647,767kWh, fully demonstrating the broad application prospects of mobile charging robots.
At present, mobile charging robots mainly focus on solving the problem of scarcity of "charging spaces" in high-traffic areas, and their flexible deployment capabilities are especially suitable for scenarios with limited space and strong charging demand such as large commercial complexes and industrial and commercial parks. Wu Tian shared: "In areas such as the second floor of the mall, where charging piles cannot be installed due to safety regulations, mobile charging robots have become a lifesaver for consumers, greatly saving valuable time and costs. ”
With the continuous improvement of market acceptance, the user stickiness of companies such as Dark Horse Force has also been significantly enhanced, and the customer repurchase rate of direct sites has climbed from more than 40% at the beginning to more than 60% today, which is not only a recognition of product and service quality, but also a strong proof of future market potential. With its practicality, convenience and intelligence, mobile charging robots are leading the new trend in the field of electric vehicle charging and swapping, and opening a new era of charging and swapping services.
In today's rapid development of science and technology, a mobile charging robot is far from being summarized by a simple charging device. It is the perfect integration of charging piles and intelligent mobile technology, with the smart Internet of Things as the heart, bringing together multiple functions such as industrial and commercial energy storage, efficient charging, emergency power protection and peak-to-valley arbitrage, and weaving a green and flexible intelligent charging network for users. As Wang Wei said: "The mobile charging robot is the key that unlocks the commercial closed loop between photovoltaic power generation, energy storage, new energy charging and smart grid." ”
Taking Zhongneng Congcong's latest masterpiece - Xiao Cong S140 as an example, this robot is not only a collection of technology, but also a symbol of wisdom and strength. Its ultra-large capacity of 140kWh, combined with 200-750V DC fast charging technology, can quickly replenish the energy of electric vehicles. The 60 kW high-power AC/DC grid-connected power protection function makes it easy to swim downstream in a variety of scenarios. Whether it is municipal infrastructure, industrial and commercial parks, or large commercial parking lots, car washes, 4S shops, construction sites and large-scale event sites, Xiaocong S140 can provide safe and reliable storage and charging services to meet diverse temporary electricity needs.
Safety is always an insurmountable red line for mobile charging robots. The battery packs carried by mainstream robots on the market range from 30 kWh to 140 kWh, and each battery carries extremely high technical requirements. Leading companies such as Dark Horse Force have increased the number of battery charging and discharging cycles to more than 5,000 times, far exceeding the standard of general power batteries, ensuring the durability and high efficiency of the robot. At the same time, the high-power charging and discharging capacity and the addition of intelligent driving configuration make the robot more intelligent and safe in the process of driving and charging.
The strength of the technical team is the solid support behind these innovative enterprises. Zhongneng Congcong brings together elites from Alibaba, Baidu, Soying Electric and other technology giants, who have deep accumulation in the fields of robotics, autonomous driving, software algorithms, etc., providing a steady stream of power for the continuous iteration and optimization of products. The Dark Horse Force, with its profound heritage in the field of electric power, has created star products such as G60 Xiaohei, with its self-developed AllinOne power system, liquid-cooled 120kW technology and four-wheel eight-wheel drive chassis, all of which demonstrate the leading and excellent technology.
The industry is generally optimistic about the market prospects of mobile charging robots. Although it is still a niche market, this field will usher in explosive growth as the number of new energy vehicles continues to rise. It is predicted that by 2030, the number of new energy vehicles in mainland China will reach 100 million, and mobile charging robots are expected to become an important part of charging infrastructure.
However, the development of any emerging technology comes with challenges. The field of mobile charging robots also faces problems such as the lack of industry standards and safety performance assurance. To this end, the industry is actively taking action to promote the formulation and implementation of relevant standards to ensure the healthy development of technology and the orderly expansion of the market. As Wu Tian said: "We look forward to the establishment of standards to make truly powerful enterprises stand out and jointly promote the prosperity and development of the mobile charging robot industry." ”
Source: Internet
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