Multifunctional intelligent station system

Abstract

The invention discloses a multifunctional intelligent station system, and relates to the field of automobile assembly production. Comprising a portal frame system serving as a station carrier and comprising a portal frame body, and the portal frame body is integrated with an illumination system, an air supply system and a station state indication system; the intelligent sliding plate is used for bearing the vehicle body and moves to the position below the portal frame system according to the process route of the production plan; the station all-in-one machine is arranged on a door post of the door frame main body, is in butt joint with the MES system and is used for displaying current vehicle configuration information, displaying current station operation guidance factors, recording current station operation process data and integrating a dark light system; the camera is arranged on the top of the portal main body and is used for recording station assembly work and uploading the station assembly work to a cloud end for workshop management personnel and order customers to check the vehicle manufacturing process; and the station lean material rack is used for storing the parts for the station. The invention aims to solve the problems of fixed structure, difficulty in transformation, disordered file management, non-visual station state and the like of the existing automobile general assembly station.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of automobile assembly production, and in particular to a multifunctional intelligent workstation system. Background Art

[0002] In the current assembly workshop, physical workstations are usually built with steel structures and combined with ground skids, and standard features include workstation tools, workstation racks, lighting and other facilities. In addition, to meet production requirements, each workstation is also equipped with production guidance documents (process documents), inspection and confirmation documents, quality documents, and vehicle configuration sheets. However, the existing workstation system has many technical defects. First, because the workstation is built with steel structures and combined with ground skids, the overall structure is fixed, which makes it difficult for the workstation to face the need for transformation and upgrading. Second, since a production line needs to be compatible with the production of multiple models, a workstation needs to be equipped with process documents, inspection and confirmation documents, quality documents, etc. for multiple models, resulting in a large number of workstation documents and a mess. Third, employees cannot intuitively understand the status of their workstations and the completion of their work. Summary of the invention

[0003] In view of the deficiencies in the above-mentioned prior art, the present invention provides a multifunctional intelligent workstation system, which aims to solve the problems existing in the existing automobile assembly workstations, such as fixed structures that are difficult to modify, chaotic file management, and non-intuitive workstation status; so as to realize flexible production and paperless operation of the workstations, improve production efficiency and quality, enhance customer participation and satisfaction, and at the same time reduce the production costs and management difficulty of the enterprise.

[0004] The specific technical solutions are as follows:

[0005] A multifunctional intelligent workstation system, comprising:

[0006] The gantry system, as a workstation carrier, includes a gantry body, which is integrated with a lighting system, an air supply system, and a workstation status indication system;

[0007] The intelligent slide plate is used to carry the car body and moves under the gantry system according to the process route of the production plan;

[0008] The integrated workstation machine is installed on the door post of the main body of the gantry and connected to the MES system. It is used to display the current vehicle configuration information, display the current workstation operation guidance elements, record the current workstation operation process data and integrate the dark light system;

[0009] A camera, installed on the top of the gantry body, is used to record the assembly work at the workstation and upload it to the cloud for workshop managers and order customers to view the vehicle manufacturing process; and

[0010] The workstation lean material rack is used to store parts for the workstation.

[0011] Furthermore, in the above scheme, the intelligent skateboard is made of high-strength aluminum alloy material, and a dual servo system is integrated at the bottom of the bottom skateboard; a microprocessor, a sensor module and a communication module are integrated inside the skateboard.

[0012] Furthermore, in the above scheme, the sensor module includes a visual sensor, a laser radar, an infrared rangefinder, a speed sensor and a pressure sensor. The visual sensor is respectively installed at the front and rear of the bottom of the skateboard, the laser radar is respectively installed at the front and rear of the skateboard obliquely symmetrically, the infrared rangefinder is installed above the skateboard, and the speed sensor is used to monitor the running speed and steering angle of the skateboard.

[0013] Furthermore, in the above scheme, the gantry body includes two gantries and a crossbeam arranged between the gantries, and the lighting system and the air supply system are both arranged in the crossbeam; and the door posts of the gantries are both provided with work station indicator lights.

[0014] Furthermore, in the above scheme, the door frame body is made of high-strength and lightweight materials, the lighting system adopts LED lamps and can intelligently adjust the brightness according to the ambient light, and the air supply system is equipped with air purification and regulation equipment.

[0015] Furthermore, in the above solution, the integrated workstation machine is connected to the MES system network via an Ethernet interface or a wireless local area network, and bidirectionally transmits data with the MES system and updates synchronously.

[0016] Furthermore, in the above scheme, the workstation lean material rack is arranged in layers and grids, marked with identification and numbers, and a parts inventory management system connected to the workstation integrated machine or MES system is established to monitor the parts inventory quantity and usage in real time.

[0017] Furthermore, in the above scheme, a moving device is provided at the bottom of the door post of the door frame body.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] The intelligent workstation of the present invention is based on the gantry system and can expand the production line as needed; it does not need to be fixed at a specified location on the site, can be expanded according to production needs, is easy to move, and meets the flexible production needs of the intelligent factory.

[0020] The present invention can improve production efficiency. The intelligent skateboard can adjust the process route according to the production plan, reduce waiting time and unnecessary processes in the production process, and improve overall production efficiency.

[0021] The present invention ensures production quality. The integrated machine displays the operation guidance elements and records the operation process data, which helps to standardize the operation process and ensure the accuracy and consistency of the operation of each station, thereby ensuring product quality. The camera records the assembly work of the station, which is convenient for management personnel and customers to supervise, and further encourages workers to strictly follow the standard operation to improve quality.

[0022] The present invention improves the comfort of the working environment. The lighting system of the gantry system can intelligently adjust the brightness to provide suitable working light. The air supply system is equipped with air purification and conditioning equipment to ensure that the air is evenly distributed and of good quality, creating a comfortable working environment for workers.

[0023] The present invention optimizes parts management, and the workstation lean material rack adopts a layered, gridded and modular design, which is convenient for operators to take parts and improve work efficiency. At the same time, the parts inventory management system connected to the workstation integrated machine or MES system can monitor the inventory quantity and usage in real time, manage parts using the first-in-first-out principle, avoid waste of expired parts, and ensure the continuity of production. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent workstation of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 It is a functional module diagram.

[0026] In the attached drawings, 1-gantry body, 2-intelligent skateboard, 3-station integrated machine, 4-camera, 5-lighting system, 6-air supply system, 7-station lean material rack, 8-station status indicator light. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] The following is a further detailed description of the embodiments of the invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings to make the objectives, technical solutions and technical effects of the invention more clearly presented.

[0028] like Figure 1-2 As shown, a multifunctional intelligent workstation system includes:

[0029] The gantry system, as a workstation carrier, comprises a gantry body 1, wherein the gantry body 1 is integrated with a lighting system 5, an air supply system 6 and a workstation status indication system;

[0030] Intelligent skateboard 2, used to carry the car body, moves to the bottom of the gantry system according to the process route of the production plan;

[0031] The integrated workstation machine 3 is arranged on the door post of the gantry body 1 and connected to the MES system to display the current vehicle configuration information, display the current workstation operation guidance elements, record the current workstation operation process data and integrate the dark light system;

[0032] The camera 4 is arranged on the top of the gantry body 1, and is used to record the assembly work of the workstation and upload it to the cloud so that the workshop managers and order customers can view the vehicle manufacturing process; and

[0033] The station lean material rack 7 is used to store parts for the station.

[0034] Among them, the intelligent skateboard 2 is made of high-strength aluminum alloy material, and the bottom of the bottom skateboard is integrated with a dual servo system; the skateboard is integrated with a microprocessor, a sensor module and a communication module. The sensor module includes a visual sensor, a laser radar, an infrared rangefinder, a speed sensor and a pressure sensor. The visual sensor is installed at the front and back of the bottom of the skateboard respectively, the laser radar is installed at the front and back of the skateboard respectively, the infrared rangefinder is installed above the skateboard, and the speed sensor is used to monitor the running speed and steering angle of the skateboard. The gantry body 1 includes two gantry and a crossbeam arranged between the gantry. The lighting system 5 and the air supply system 6 are both arranged in the crossbeam; the door posts of the gantry are provided with workstation indicator lights 8. The gantry body 1 is made of high-strength and lightweight materials, the lighting system 5 uses LED lamps and can intelligently adjust the brightness according to the ambient light, and the air supply system 6 is equipped with air purification and regulation equipment. The workstation integrated machine 3 is connected to the MES system network through an Ethernet interface or a wireless local area network, and transmits and updates data with the MES system in both directions. The workstation lean material rack 7 is arranged in layers and grids, marked with logos and numbers, and a parts inventory management system connected to the workstation integrated machine 3 or the MES system is established to monitor the parts inventory quantity and usage in real time.

[0035] In the above scheme, a moving device is provided at the bottom of the door column of the gantry body 1 of the gantry system to adjust the appropriate position according to the needs of the factory site. The workstation integrated machine 3 is connected to the MES system, and performs workstation process operations according to the MES system instructions, including MES push information, operation instructions, etc. Among them, the MES system interacts with the control system of the smart skateboard 2, and the smart skateboard 2 moves to the bottom of the gantry system according to the process route of the production plan of the MES system. When operating, the operator completes the entry and recording of parts through the workstation integrated machine 3. The camera 4 records the assembly work of the workstation and uploads it to the cloud for workshop managers and order customers to view the car manufacturing process.

[0036] The following is a further description of the functions of each module:

[0037] Gantry system: The gantry body 1 is made of high-strength, lightweight materials, which not only ensures structural strength but also reduces weight. The lighting system 5 uses LED lamps, which have the advantages of energy saving, high brightness, and long life. Through intelligent control, the brightness can be automatically adjusted according to the ambient light to meet the needs of different work scenes. The air supply system 6 uses a reasonable air duct design to evenly deliver purified and conditioned air to the workstation, providing a comfortable air environment for workers. At the same time, the integrated workstation status indication function can intuitively display the working status of the workstation. In order to better position the smart skateboard 2, a positioning module can be set in the gantry system to associate with the smart skateboard 2, so that the smart skateboard 2 can position the gantry system, such as a combination of Bluetooth positioning and ultrasonic positioning.

[0038] Smart skateboard 2: Made of high-strength aluminum alloy material, it ensures the load-bearing capacity while reducing its own weight. The anti-skid surface treatment improves the stability of the vehicle body on the skateboard. The bottom of the bottom skateboard integrates a dual servo system; the inside of the skateboard integrates a microprocessor, a sensor module and a communication module. The sensor module includes a visual sensor, a laser radar, an infrared rangefinder, a speed sensor and a pressure sensor. The visual sensor is installed at the front and back of the bottom of the skateboard respectively, the laser radar is installed at the front and back of the skateboard respectively, the infrared rangefinder is installed above the skateboard, and the speed sensor is used to monitor the running speed and steering angle of the skateboard.

[0039] Workstation integrated machine 3: Establish network connection with MES system through Ethernet interface or wireless LAN, and use firewall technology and encrypted communication protocol to ensure the security of data transmission. The developed data interface software realizes two-way data transmission and synchronous update with MES system, so that the current vehicle configuration information can be obtained in time and displayed to workers, and the data records of workstation operation process can be uploaded to provide data support for production management and quality traceability.

[0040] Camera 4: It uses video technology to record the assembly work at the workstation, and then uploads the video data to the cloud via the Internet. Workshop managers and order customers can view the car manufacturing process through corresponding permissions and equipment, realizing visual management of the production process.

[0041] Station lean rack 7: Based on layered, gridded and modular design, combined with ergonomic principles, the height and angle of the rack are carefully designed to facilitate operators to quickly and accurately pick up parts. Through the parts inventory management system connected to the station integrated machine 3 or MES system, the inventory quantity and usage of parts are monitored and managed in real time using information technology, and the first-in-first-out principle is adopted to ensure that the order of parts use is reasonable and to ensure the smooth progress of production.

[0042] The steps of the above scheme include:

[0043] 1) Production plan formulation and issuance: According to order requirements and production capacity, a production plan is formulated in the MES system and issued to each workstation.

[0044] 2) Smart skateboard preparation: According to the production plan, the smart skateboard 2 moves to the designated position through its positioning and navigation system to prepare to receive the car body. During the movement, its internal sensor module monitors its position, speed and other status in real time, and communicates with the production line central control system and MES system through the communication module to ensure accurate arrival at the target gantry system.

[0045] 3) Car body loading and transportation: Place the car body on the smart skateboard 2. After the detection switch detects the car body, control and drive the smart skateboard 2 according to the preset program and the received instructions to transport the car body to the corresponding gantry system according to the predetermined process route.

[0046] 4) Workstation operation: When the slide plate starts to enter the workstation, the MES system automatically pushes the body VIN number, vehicle configuration information, and operation guidance elements to the workstation integrated machine 3. During the operation, the workstation integrated machine 3 records the operation process data, such as operation time, operation steps, etc. At the same time, the camera 4 records the assembly work of the workstation in real time.

[0047] 5) Parts retrieval: Workers take parts from the lean rack 7 at the workstation for assembly. The clear markings and numbers on the rack make it easy for workers to quickly find the required parts. The parts inventory management system will record the retrieval of parts in real time. When the inventory quantity reaches the warning value, the system will issue a prompt so that parts can be replenished in time.

[0048] 6) Data transmission and management: The integrated workstation machine 3 transmits the recorded operation process data to the MES system through the network for storage and analysis. The lighting system 5 and the air supply system 6 of the gantry system automatically adjust the working state according to the environmental conditions. After completing the current workstation task, the smart skateboard 2 continues to transport the car body to the next workstation according to the new production instructions, and the cycle continues until the entire production process is completed.

[0049] The present invention can be applied in the manufacturing of smart cars; at the same time, the gantry system provides good lighting and a comfortable air environment for the workstations, and the workstation status indication function allows managers to understand the working status of each workstation at a glance. The intelligent skateboard 2 accurately transports the car body from one workstation to another according to the production plan, greatly improving production efficiency. When operating, workers can clearly see the configuration information and detailed operating instructions of the current vehicle through the workstation integrated machine 3 to ensure the accuracy of the operation. The camera 4 records the entire assembly process, which is not only convenient for workshop managers to monitor the production process in real time and trace the quality, but also for order customers, they can view the manufacturing process of their own vehicles through the cloud, which increases customers' trust in the product. The reasonable design of the workstation lean material rack 7 enables workers to quickly and conveniently obtain the required parts, and the parts inventory management system effectively avoids production delays caused by parts shortages and improves the continuity and stability of production.

[0050] The present invention solves the problem of difficulty in upgrading workstations. The new system abandons the traditional fixed combination of steel structure construction and ground slides and adopts a more flexible and adjustable design structure. This makes it easier to transform and adjust workstations in the face of changes in production needs, process improvements or technology upgrades, greatly reducing the difficulty and cost of transformation, shortening the transformation cycle, improving the adaptability and flexibility of the production system, and responding more quickly to market changes and corporate development needs.

[0051] The present invention effectively improves the chaotic situation of workstation file management. Through the intelligent information management system, it is no longer necessary to equip each workstation with a large number of paper process documents, inspection confirmation documents, quality documents, etc. for multiple models. All relevant documents are stored in the system in electronic form and classified and managed according to the model, production batch, etc. Employees can obtain the required specific documents at any time and accurately through the electronic equipment at the workstation, avoiding the problem of a large number of documents and disorganization, improving the efficiency of file search and use, reducing errors and delays caused by poor file management, and also reducing paper consumption, which is in line with the concept of environmental protection.

[0052] The present invention realizes the intuitive display of workstation status and work completion. The new system is equipped with advanced display and indication equipment, so that employees can intuitively understand the real-time status of their workstations, including whether they are in normal working state, whether there are tasks to be processed, and the production progress. At the same time, there is also clear feedback and records on the completion of work, which helps employees better grasp the work rhythm, discover and solve problems in time, improve work efficiency and quality, and also facilitate managers to monitor and dispatch the entire production process in real time, thus improving the level of refined production management.

[0053] The above description is only a preferred feasible embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of the patent application of the present invention. All equivalent changes, equivalent substitutions or modified changes performed within the technical spirit and principles suggested by the present invention should be included in the scope of patent protection covered by the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system, characterized in that: include: The gantry system, as a workstation carrier, includes a gantry body, which is integrated with a lighting system, an air supply system, and a workstation status indication system; The intelligent slide plate is used to carry the car body and moves under the gantry system according to the process route of the production plan; The integrated workstation machine is installed on the door post of the main body of the gantry and connected to the MES system. It is used to display the current vehicle configuration information, display the current workstation operation guidance elements, record the current workstation operation process data and integrate the dark light system; A camera, installed on the top of the gantry body, is used to record the assembly work at the workstation and upload it to the cloud for workshop managers and order customers to view the vehicle manufacturing process; and The workstation lean material rack is used to store parts for the workstation.

2. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent skateboard is made of high-strength aluminum alloy material, and a dual-servo system is integrated at the bottom of the bottom skateboard; a microprocessor, a sensor module and a communication module are integrated inside the skateboard.

3. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sensor module includes a visual sensor, a laser radar, an infrared rangefinder, a speed sensor and a pressure sensor. The visual sensor is respectively installed at the front and rear of the bottom of the skateboard, the laser radar is respectively installed at the front and rear of the skateboard obliquely symmetrically, the infrared rangefinder is installed above the skateboard, and the speed sensor is used to monitor the running speed and steering angle of the skateboard.

4. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gantry body comprises two gantry frames and a crossbeam arranged between the gantry frames, and the lighting system and the air supply system are both arranged in the crossbeam; the door posts of the gantry frames are both provided with work station indicator lights.

5. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The main body of the door frame is made of high-strength and lightweight materials, the lighting system adopts LED lamps and can intelligently adjust the brightness according to the ambient light, and the air supply system is equipped with air purification and regulation equipment.

6. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The workstation integrated machine is connected to the MES system network via an Ethernet interface or a wireless local area network, and bidirectionally transmits data with the MES system and synchronously updates it.

7. A multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The workstation lean material rack is arranged in layers and grids, marked with logos and numbers, and a parts inventory management system connected to the workstation integrated machine or MES system is established to monitor the parts inventory quantity and usage in real time.

8. The multifunctional intelligent workstation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: A moving device is arranged at the bottom of the door post of the door frame body.

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