Conveying device

Abstract

The invention discloses a conveying device which comprises a first conveying line body, a second conveying line body and a third conveying line body. The multiple layers of second conveying line bodies are arranged on the upper side and the lower side of the first conveying line body; the connection module comprises a lifting mechanism and a connection stator, the connection stator is connected with the first track stator through an optical fiber cable, and the lifting mechanism drives the connection stator to ascend and descend so that the connection stator can be in butt joint with the first track stator or the second conveying line body; and the power distribution module is connected with the first conveying line body, the second conveying line body and the connection stator through power lines. The connection stator on the connection module in the conveying device is connected with the stator on the middle layer in the conveying device through the optical fiber line, and the required connection line length and distance are short during movement, so that the stability of data signal transmission is improved, the connection line is simplified, the arrangement number of the optical fiber line is reduced, and the manufacturing cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of magnetic drive conveying devices, and in particular to a conveying device. Background Art

[0002] A magnetically driven conveying device is usually provided with a mover and a conveying line body. The mover can move relative to the conveying line body to realize the conveying of objects. When the conveying line body includes multiple layers, the magnetically driven conveying device usually also includes a docking module to transfer the mover on a certain layer of the conveying line body to another layer of the conveying line body.

[0003] However, when the conveying line body includes multiple layers, the connection lines between the conveying line body and the docking module are complicated and occupy more space. Summary of the invention

[0004] The embodiment of the present application provides a conveying device, which aims to solve the problem that the line connection in the conveying device is complicated and occupies a large space.

[0005] The specific technical solutions are as follows:

[0006] An embodiment of the present application provides a conveying device, which includes: a first conveying line body, including a plurality of first track stators connected in sequence; a multi-layer second conveying line body, wherein the multi-layer second conveying line body is arranged on the upper and lower sides of the first conveying line body; a docking module, including a lifting mechanism and a docking stator, the docking stator is connected to the first track stator through an optical fiber line, and the lifting mechanism is used to drive the docking stator to rise and fall so that the docking stator can dock with the first track stator or the second conveying line body; and a power distribution module, which is connected to the first conveying line body, the second conveying line body and the docking stator through a power line.

[0007] In the present application, the docking stator on the lifting mechanism only needs to be connected to the first track stator through an optical fiber line to realize the material transfer between different layers. It is not necessary for the stators on each layer of the conveying line body in the conveying device to be connected to the docking stator on the lifting mechanism, which reduces the connection points between the docking stator and the other layers of the conveying line body. In addition, the embodiment of the present application sets the docking stator to be connected only to the first track stator. When there are multiple second conveying line bodies, there is no need to consider the connection relationship between the docking stator and the multiple second conveying line bodies, which reduces the complexity of wiring and simplifies the connection method between each conveying line body. Secondly, the present application reduces the connection points between the docking stator and the other layers of the conveying line body, that is, when there are multiple docking stators, different docking stators need to be connected to different layers of conveying line bodies respectively, so as to reduce the connection points when the docking stator needs to be connected to each layer of the conveying line body. Too many connection points lead to data signal attenuation, signal loss, etc., thereby improving the stability and reliability of data signal transmission and improving the transmission efficiency of data signals. The first conveying line body is located in the middle layer of the conveying device, and the docking stator on the docking module is connected to the stator on the middle layer of the conveying device through an optical fiber. The required connection length and distance when moving are short, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the optical fiber moves over long distances, so as to further improve the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber, and simplify the connection lines between the first conveying line body and the second conveying line body and the docking module to reduce the number of optical fiber lines arranged, thereby reducing the occupied space of the conveying device, improving the stability of data signal transmission, and reducing a certain production cost.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first conveyor line body also includes: a conveying track, the conveying track is used to carry part of the first track stator, and the lifting mechanism is located on at least one side of the conveying track; and a linear guide rail, the linear guide rail intersects with the conveying track, the linear guide rail is used to carry part of the first track stator, and the linear guide rail can drive the first track stator located thereon to move along the extension direction of the linear guide rail; wherein the lifting mechanism is arranged adjacent to the linear guide rail.

[0009] In some embodiments, at least two layers of second conveyor line bodies adjacent to the first track stator are connected to the first track stator via optical fiber lines.

[0010] In some embodiments, at least two layers of second conveyor line bodies adjacent to the first track stator are connected to the first track stator via power lines.

[0011] In some embodiments, the conveying device further includes: a support module, the support module is located on two opposite sides of the conveying track and between the lifting mechanism and the linear guide rail, and the support module is used to carry another part of the first track stator.

[0012] In some embodiments, the lifting mechanism includes a first hoist, the docking stator includes a first docking stator, the first hoist is equipped with the first docking stator, and the first hoist is located on one side of the conveying track; when the first hoist drives the first docking stator to dock with the first track stator, the first track stator located on the conveying track and adjacent to the lifting mechanism, the first docking stator, and the first track stator located on the support module are connected in sequence through optical fiber lines.

[0013] In some embodiments, the lifting mechanism also includes a second elevator, the docking stator includes a second docking stator, the second elevator is equipped with a second docking stator, and the second elevator is opposite to the first elevator and is located on the other side of the conveying track; when the second elevator drives the second docking stator to dock with the first track stator, the first track stator located on the support module, the second docking stator, and the first track stator located on the conveying track and connected to the first docking stator are connected in sequence through optical fiber lines.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first conveying line body includes at least a first power cord, and a portion of the first track stator located on the conveying track, the first track stator located on the linear guide rail, the first track stator located on the support module, and the first docking stator are connected in sequence through the first power cord, wherein the end of the first power cord is connected to the first docking stator; and a second power cord, the first track stator located on the support module, a portion of the first track stator on the conveying track, and the second docking stator are connected in sequence through the second power cord, wherein the end of the second power cord is connected to the second docking stator.

[0015] In some embodiments, the number of linear guide rails is two, and the first conveyor line body further includes: a third power line, and a portion of the first track stator located on the conveying track is connected to the first track stator on the adjacent linear guide rail through the third power line.

[0016] In some embodiments, the power distribution module includes: a distribution box, which is arranged adjacent to the first transmission line body and connected to the first transmission line body through a power line.

[0017] In some embodiments, the conveying device further includes: a control module, the control module is connected to the distribution box via a power cord, and the control module is connected to the first conveying line body, the second conveying line body and the connecting stator via an optical fiber line.

[0018] In some embodiments, the first orbital stator includes at least one of a linear stator and an arc-shaped stator.

[0019] In some embodiments, the lifting mechanism includes: a carrier, which is used to support the docking stator; a lifting component connected to the carrier, which is used to drive the carrier to rise or fall; and a driving component, which is connected to the lifting component, which is used to drive the lifting component to move so as to drive the carrier to rise or fall; wherein the driving component is one of a linear motor, a cylinder and a hydraulic cylinder. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a conveying device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the top view of the structure of the conveying device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of a first conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of a second conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of a second conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the module structure of a conveying device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the partial structure of the first conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic structural diagram of a second conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0029] Fig. 9 This is a schematic structural diagram of a second conveying line body in one embodiment of the present application;

[0030] Fig.10 It is a structural schematic diagram of a docking module in an embodiment of the present application.

[0031] Figure numerals: 1, conveying device; 11, first conveying line body; 11A, first input end; 11B, first output end; 111, first track stator; 112, conveying track; 113, linear guide rail; 12, second conveying line body; 121, second track stator; 12A, second input end; 12B, second output end; 13, docking module; 131, lifting mechanism; 1311, first hoist; 1312, second hoist; 1313, bearing member; 1314, lifting assembly; 1315, driving member; 132, docking stator; 132a, first docking stator; 132b, second docking stator; 14, distribution module; 141, distribution box; 15, support module; 16, control module; 17, mover module; A, first power line; B, second power line; C, third power line; V1, power supply voltage. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present application more clearly understood, the present application is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present application and are not used to limit the present application.

[0033] Magnetic drive conveying devices utilize magnetic fields for transmission. Compared with traditional mechanical conveying devices, magnetic drive conveying devices do not require mechanical contact, so the corresponding wear and maintenance costs are lower, which extends the service life of the equipment. Therefore, they are widely used in various fields (such as precision manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, food processing, automobile manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, etc.).

[0034] A magnetically driven conveying device is usually provided with a mover and a conveying line body. A permanent magnet or an electromagnet is usually provided inside the mover, so that the mover can move along the conveying line body under the action of a magnetic field to carry workpieces or materials for transportation. When the magnetically driven conveying device is used in a scene with limited space such as a factory or warehouse, in order to reduce the floor space, the conveying line body in the magnetically driven conveying device can have multiple layers to make full use of the vertical space and improve the space utilization rate. In the multi-layer design, multiple processes can be performed at the same time to improve production efficiency. When the conveying line body includes multiple layers, the magnetically driven conveying device usually also includes a docking module. The main function of the docking module is to realize the material transfer and connection between different layers, that is, the mover on a certain layer of the conveying line body can be transferred to another layer of the conveying line body through the docking module. However, when the conveying line body includes multiple layers, each layer of the conveying line body needs to be connected to the docking module, resulting in a complex connection line between the conveying line body and the docking module, and a large number of cables, which occupies a large space and has a high production cost.

[0035] To this end, an embodiment of the present application provides a conveying device, in which a docking stator on a docking module in the conveying device is connected to a stator on an intermediate layer in the conveying device via an optical fiber line. The required connection length and distance during movement are short, thereby reducing the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, and poor contact that may occur when the optical fiber line moves over long distances, thereby improving the stability of data signal transmission, simplifying the connection lines, reducing the number of optical fiber lines arranged, and reducing production costs.

[0036] The following is an exemplary introduction to the conveying device provided in the embodiments of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0037] Please refer to Figure 1 to Figure 2 As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a conveying device 1, including a first conveying line body 11, a multi-layer second conveying line body 12 and a docking module 13. The first conveying line body 11 and the multi-layer second conveying line body 12 can convey a movable module 17, and the movable module 17 can be used to receive workpieces, so that the first conveying line body 11 and the multi-layer second conveying line body 12 can convey the workpiece to a designated position, and the first conveying line body 11 and the multi-layer second conveying line body 12 can independently convey the workpiece to make full use of the vertical space and improve the conveying efficiency per unit area.

[0038] Please refer to Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the first conveyor line body 11 includes a plurality of first track stators 111 connected in sequence, and the plurality of first track stators 111 are spliced ​​in sequence to ensure continuous conveying and conveying stability of the first conveyor line body 11. Multiple layers of second conveyor line bodies 12 are arranged on the upper and lower sides of the first conveyor line body 11, and each layer of the second conveyor line body 12 includes a plurality of second track stators 121 connected in sequence, and the plurality of second track stators 121 on each layer are spliced ​​in sequence to ensure continuous conveying and conveying stability of the second conveyor line body 12.

[0039] In this example, the present application does not limit the magnetic coupling method between the first track stator 111 and the second track stator 121 and the mover module 17. For example, the first track stator 111 and the second track stator 121 may include a coil, and the mover module 17 may include a permanent magnet. After the coil is periodically excited, a magnetic field that interacts with the permanent magnet is generated to drive the mover to move; or, the first track stator 111 and the second track stator 121 may include a permanent magnet, and the mover module 17 may include a coil. The specific configuration can be based on actual needs. The principle of driving the permanent magnet to move after the coil is energized is a well-known technology in the art, and this application will not elaborate on it.

[0040] It is worth noting that the multi-layer second conveyor line body 12 is arranged on the upper and lower sides of the first conveyor line body 11, that is, the first conveyor line body 11 is located in the middle position of the entire conveying device 1 as an intermediate layer. For example, when the conveying device 1 includes two layers of the second conveyor line body 12, one layer is located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11, and the other layer is located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11, so that the first conveyor line body 11 is in the middle layer. When the conveying device 1 includes three layers of the second conveyor line body 12, two layers are stacked and arranged on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11, and the other layer is located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11; or, one layer is located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11, and the remaining two layers are stacked and arranged on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11, so that the first conveyor line body 11 is in the middle position of the multi-layer line body. When the conveying device 1 includes four layers of the second conveying line body 12, two layers are stacked on the upper side of the first conveying line body 11, and the remaining two layers are stacked on the lower side of the first conveying line body 11, so that the first conveying line body 11 is in the middle layer.

[0041] The following is an exemplary description of the conveying device 1 provided in the present application, assuming that the conveying device 1 includes two layers of second conveying line bodies 12. The specific number and position of the second conveying line bodies 12 can be deployed according to actual needs, and the present application does not make any specific restrictions on this.

[0042] For example, please refer to Figure 1 to Figure 2 As shown, when the conveying device 1 includes two layers of second conveying line bodies 12, one layer is located on the upper side of the first conveying line body 11, and the other layer is located on the lower side of the first conveying line body 11. The material transfer and connection between the first conveying line body 11 and the upper and lower layers of the second conveying line body 12 can be achieved through the docking module 13. In an example, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the docking module 13 may include a lifting mechanism 131 and a docking stator 132. The docking stator 132 is connected to the first track stator 111 via an optical fiber. The lifting mechanism 131 is used to drive the docking stator 132 to rise and fall so that the docking stator 132 can dock with the first track stator 111 or the second conveying line body 12.

[0043] In this example, the docking stator 132 on the lifting mechanism 131 is directly connected to the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11 through an optical fiber line. Initially, the docking stator 132 on the docking module 13 can be set flush with the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11. When it is necessary to transfer the material carried on the first conveyor line body 11 to the second conveyor line body 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11, the material carried on the first conveyor line body 11 will first be transferred to the docking stator 132, and the lifting mechanism 131 will then drive the docking stator 132 to rise to a position flush with the second conveyor line body 12. The material located on the docking stator 132 can be transferred to the second track stator 121 to achieve material transfer between the first conveyor line body 11 and the second conveyor line body 12. When it is necessary to transfer the material carried on the first conveyor line 11 to the second conveyor line 12 located below the first conveyor line 11, or to transfer the material on the second conveyor line 12 to the first conveyor line 11, the transfer process is similar to the above transfer process and will not be described in detail.

[0044] In this way, the docking stator 132 on the lifting mechanism 131 only needs to be connected to the first track stator 111 through an optical fiber line to achieve material transfer between different layers. It is not necessary for the stators on each layer of the conveying line body in the conveying device 1 to be connected to the docking stator 132 on the lifting mechanism 131, thereby reducing the connection points between the docking stator 132 and the conveying line bodies of other layers. In addition, by setting the docking stator 132 to be connected only to the first track stator 111, when there are multiple second conveying line bodies 12, there is no need to consider the connection relationship between the docking stator 132 and the multiple second conveying line bodies 12, thereby reducing the complexity of wiring and simplifying the connection method between each conveying line body.

[0045] Furthermore, considering the tiny gap at the connection between the two optical fibers, the difference in refractive index and other factors, it will cause signal reflection and scattering, which may cause signal attenuation; inaccurate docking and uneven cross-section when connecting the optical fibers will also increase signal attenuation, and each connection point will introduce a certain amount of signal loss. Therefore, the present application reduces the number of connection points between the docking stator 132 and other layers of the transmission line body, that is, avoids the situation where different docking stators 132 need to be connected to different layers of the transmission line body when there are multiple docking stators 132, so as to reduce the occurrence of data signal attenuation and signal loss due to too many connection points when the docking stator 132 needs to be connected to each layer of the transmission line body, thereby improving the stability and reliability of data signal transmission and improving the transmission efficiency of data signals.

[0046] Secondly, the first conveying line body 11 is located in the middle layer of the conveying device 1, and the docking stator 132 on the docking module 13 is connected to the stator on the middle layer of the conveying device 1 through an optical fiber. The required connection length and distance during movement are short, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, and poor contact when the optical fiber moves over long distances, so as to further improve the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber, and simplify the connection lines between the first conveying line body 11 and the second conveying line body 12 and the docking module 13 to reduce the number of optical fiber lines arranged, thereby reducing the occupied space of the conveying device, improving the stability of data signal transmission, and reducing a certain production cost.

[0047] Optional, see Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the first conveyor line body 11 and the second conveyor line body 12 can be a closed-loop structure, and the first conveyor line body 11 and the second conveyor line body 12 of the closed-loop structure can transport the mover module 17 set on the first track stator 111 and the second track stator 121 to the original position, thereby realizing continuous transportation. The closed-loop structure can be at least one of a circular, annular, square, regular polygon, and irregular polygon, and can be specifically set according to the actual size of the use scene and the shape of the actual occupied area. This application does not make specific restrictions on this.

[0048] In order to reduce the interference between the multi-layer conveyor line bodies, avoidance spaces can be formed above and below the first conveyor line body 11. The avoidance space above the first conveyor line body 11 can enable the first conveyor line body 11 to transport materials normally, and the avoidance space below the first conveyor line body 11 can enable the second conveyor line body 12 located at the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11 to transport materials normally, so as to reduce the interference between the multi-layer conveyor line bodies and affect the normal transmission of materials on each layer. The transmission reliability of materials is ensured by setting the avoidance space. Optionally, avoidance spaces of the same size can be set above and below the first conveyor line body 11, or avoidance spaces of different sizes can be set. The specific setting can be based on actual needs, and this application does not make specific restrictions.

[0049] In one example, if Figure 6 As shown, the conveying device 1 also includes a power distribution module 14, which can be connected to a power supply voltage V1 of 380V (volts), and is connected to the first conveying line body 11, the second conveying line body 12 and the connecting stator 132 through a power line. The power distribution module 14 is used to supply power to the first conveying line body 11, the second conveying line body 12 and the connecting stator 132 so that the conveying device 1 can operate normally.

[0050] Please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, in one example, the first conveyor line body 11 also includes a conveying track 112 and a linear guide 113, the conveying track 112 is used to carry a portion of the first track stator 111, and the lifting mechanism 131 is located on at least one side of the conveying track 112; the linear guide 113 intersects with the conveying track 112, the linear guide 113 is used to carry a portion of the first track stator 111, and the linear guide 113 can drive the first track stator 111 located thereon to move along the extension direction of the linear guide 113; wherein, the lifting mechanism 131 is arranged adjacent to the linear guide 113.

[0051] In this example, the linear guide 113 is spaced apart from the conveying track 112, and the extension direction of the linear guide 113 intersects with the conveying direction of the conveying track 112. The linear guide 113 is used to limit and guide the first track stator 111 to guide the first track stator 111 to move along the conveying direction, thereby improving the movement accuracy and stability of the first track stator 111.

[0052] Optionally, the linear guide rail 113 may be a guide rail or a slide groove, and this application does not impose any specific limitation on this.

[0053] In this example, the lifting mechanism 131 is disposed adjacent to the linear guide rail 113, making the overall structure of the conveying device 1 more compact and improving the space utilization rate. The lifting mechanism 131 is disposed adjacent to the linear guide rail 113 to improve the movement synchronization between the two and reduce the conveying and docking errors caused by position deviation. Secondly, the lifting mechanism 131 and the linear guide rail 113 are disposed adjacent to each other to reduce the mutual influence between the moving parts (i.e., the moving submodule and the material) carried on the two, and improve the overall conveying stability and reliability of the conveying device 1.

[0054] In one example, at least two layers of second conveyor line bodies 12 adjacent to the first track stator 111 are connected to the first track stator 111 through optical fiber lines. Taking the conveying device 1 as an example, the two layers of second conveyor line bodies 12 adjacent to the first track stator 111 are the second conveyor line bodies 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11 and the second conveyor line body 12 located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11. Please refer to Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the first conveyor line body 11 is correspondingly provided with a first input end 11A and a first output end 11B, and the second conveyor line body 12 is provided with a second input end 12A and a second output end 12B. It is worth noting that the first input end 11A and the first output end 11B refer to the input end and the output end of the optical fiber line in the first conveyor line body 11, and the second input end 12A and the second output end 12B refer to the input end and the output end of the optical fiber line in the second conveyor line body 12.

[0055] In this example, the second output end 12B of the second conveyor line body 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11 is connected to the first input end 11A on the first conveyor line body 11, and the first output end 11B on the first conveyor line body 11 is connected to the second conveyor line body 12 located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11, that is, the second conveyor line bodies 12 located on the upper and lower sides of the first conveyor line body 11 are respectively connected to the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11 through optical fiber lines. At this time, the same optical fiber line is used to achieve the purpose of connecting multiple layers of conveyor lines, which can significantly reduce the amount of wiring.

[0056] Optionally, when the conveying device 1 includes more layers of conveying line bodies, for example, the conveying device 1 includes five layers of conveying line bodies, wherein two layers of the second conveying line bodies 12 are stacked on the upper side of the first conveying line body 11, and the remaining two layers of the second conveying line bodies 12 are stacked on the lower side of the first conveying line body 11, and the first conveying line body 11 is in the middle layer. At this time, the second conveying line body 12 located at the top layer and the second conveying line body 12 located at the bottom layer can both be connected to the respective adjacent second conveying line bodies 12 through optical fiber lines, without being connected to the first conveying line body 11 located in the middle layer, that is, at this time, the optical fiber lines of the multiple layers of conveying line bodies are connected in sequence. The specific setting method of the optical fiber line can be set according to actual needs, and this application does not make specific restrictions on this.

[0057] In one example, at least two layers of second conveyor line bodies 12 adjacent to the first track stator 111 are connected to the first track stator 111 through a power line. Taking the conveying device 1 including three layers of conveyor line bodies as an example, the two layers of second conveyor line bodies 12 adjacent to the first track stator 111 are the second conveyor line body 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11 and the second conveyor line body 12 located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11, that is, the power line of the second conveyor line body 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11 is connected to the first conveyor line body 11, and the power line of the second conveyor line body 12 located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11 is also connected to the first conveyor line body 11. In this example, the power lines between the second conveyor line body 12 located on the upper side of the first conveyor line body 11, the first conveyor line body 11, and the second conveyor line body 12 located on the lower side of the first conveyor line body 11 are the same power line, and power supply to multiple layers of conveyor line bodies can be realized through one power line, and multiple conveyor line bodies are connected through one power line, which can more conveniently manage and monitor power to ensure the normal operation of each conveyor line body.

[0058] Optionally, when the conveying device 1 includes more layers of conveying line bodies, for example, the conveying device 1 includes five layers of conveying line bodies, wherein two layers of the second conveying line bodies 12 are stacked on the upper side of the first conveying line body 11, and the remaining two layers of the second conveying line bodies 12 are stacked on the lower side of the first conveying line body 11, and the first conveying line body 11 is in the middle layer. At this time, the second conveying line body 12 located at the top layer and the second conveying line body 12 located at the bottom layer can both be connected to the respective adjacent second conveying line bodies 12 through power lines, without being connected to the first conveying line body 11 located in the middle layer, that is, at this time, the power lines of the multiple layers of conveying line bodies are connected in sequence. The specific setting method of the optical fiber line can be set according to actual needs, and this application does not make specific restrictions on this.

[0059] In an example, see Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the conveying device 1 further includes a supporting module 15 , which is located on opposite sides of the conveying track 112 and between the lifting mechanism 131 and the linear guide rail 113 . The supporting module 15 is used to carry another part of the first track stator 111 .

[0060] In this example, the first track stator 111 on the linear guide rail 113 is connected to one end of the first track stator 111 on the adjacent support module 15, and the other end of the first track stator 111 on the support module 15 is connected to the first track stator 111 on the conveying track 112. The first track stator 111 on the support module 15 is used to communicate with the docking stator 132. The setting of the support module 15 increases the number of conveying routes in the conveying device 1, thereby improving the conveying diversity of the conveying device 1; by setting the support module 15, the docking stator 132 can convey the mover module 17 to the support module 15, so as to reduce the possible congestion of the first track stator 111 on the linear guide rail 113, and provide a diversion effect for the conveying of the mover module 17 on the first track stator 111 on the linear guide rail 113.

[0061] Optionally, the support module 15 can adopt a linear guide support module, a pneumatic support module, a magnetic levitation support module or other support modules that can play a supporting role. It can be specifically set according to actual needs, and this application does not make any specific restrictions on this.

[0062] In an example, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the lifting mechanism 131 includes a first lifting machine 1311, and the docking stator 132 includes a first docking stator 132a (i.e., Figure 8As shown in Figure 14, the first elevator 1311 is equipped with a first docking stator 132a, and the first elevator 1311 is located on one side of the conveying track 112. When the first elevator 1311 drives the first docking stator 132a to dock with the first track stator 111, the first track stator 111 (i.e., as shown in Figure 14) located on the conveying track 112 and adjacent to the lifting mechanism 131 Figure 8 As shown in #13), the first docking stator 132a, the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15 (ie, as shown in Figure 8 As shown in #15), they are connected in sequence via optical fiber lines.

[0063] In this example, the first docking stator 132a on the first elevator 1311 is connected to the first track stator 111 located on the conveying track 112 and adjacent to the lifting mechanism 131 through an optical fiber line, and the first docking stator 132a is also connected to the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15 through an optical fiber line, so that the first docking stator 132a on the first elevator 1311 can form a complete optical fiber loop with the first track stator 111 on the first conveying line body 11. At this time, the first track stator 111 connected to the first docking stator 132a is the first track stator 111 that is closest to it and adjacent to it, so that the optical fiber line connected between the first docking stator 132a and the first conveying line body 11 has a shorter moving distance, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the optical fiber line moves over a long distance, and improves the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber line.

[0064] Thus, when the first elevator 1311 is equipped with the first docking stator 132a, the connection between the stators is the first track stator 111 (such as Figure 8 #15)-first connection stator 132a (as shown Figure 8 #14)-the first track stator 111 on the conveying track 112 (as shown Figure 8 As shown in #13), the first docking stator 132a is connected to the first track stator 111 which is closest to it and adjacent to it, and the distance that the optical fiber line moves is shorter, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, and poor contact when the optical fiber line moves over a long distance, and improves the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber line. Secondly, the connection line between the docking module 13 and the first conveying line body 11 is simplified to reduce the number of optical fiber lines arranged, thereby reducing the space occupied by the conveying device 1 and reducing a certain manufacturing cost. In addition, the first docking stator 132a is connected to the first track stator 111 which is closest to it and adjacent to it, and the first docking stator 132a is more convenient to plug in.

[0065] It should be noted that the first track stator 111 (i.e., Figure 8 As shown in #13), the first docking stator 132a, the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15 (ie, as shown in Figure 8 The number of #15) shown can be one or more. When there are multiple stators, for example, when there are multiple first docking stators 132a, the multiple first docking stators 132a can be regarded as a unit, and the multiple first docking stators 132a in the unit are connected in sequence.

[0066] In an example, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the lifting mechanism 131 also includes a second lifting machine 1312, and the docking stator 132 includes a second docking stator 132b (such as Figure 8 As shown in Figure 12), the second elevator 1312 is equipped with a second docking stator 132b, and the second elevator 1312 is opposite to the first elevator 1311 and is located on the other side of the conveying track 112; when the second elevator 1312 drives the second docking stator 132b to dock with the first track stator 111, the first track stator 111 (i.e., as shown in Figure 12) located on the supporting module 15 Figure 8 As shown in Figure 11), the second docking stator 132b, the first track stator 111 (i.e., as shown in Figure 11) located on the conveying track 112 and connected to the first docking stator 132a Figure 8 As shown in #13), they are connected in sequence via optical fiber lines.

[0067] Here, it is worth mentioning that Figure 8 As shown, #1 to #21 are the first track stators 111 and the docking stators 132 connected in sequence by optical fiber lines in this application, which are numbered in sequence, so as to describe the conveying device 1 in this application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Among them, the first track stators 111 (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #10, #16, #20 and #21) are mounted on the conveying track 112, the first track stators 111 (#7, #8, #18, #19) are mounted on the linear guide rail 113, and the first track stators 111 (#9, #11, #15, #17) are mounted on the support module 15.

[0068] In this example, the second docking stator 132b on the second elevator 1312 is connected to the first track stator 111 located on the conveying track 112 and adjacent to the lifting mechanism 131 through an optical fiber line, and the second docking stator 132b is also connected to the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15 through an optical fiber line, so that the second docking stator 132b on the second elevator 1312 can form a complete optical fiber loop with the first track stator 111 on the first conveying line body 11. At this time, the first track stator 111 connected to the second docking stator 132b is the first track stator 111 that is closest to it and adjacent to it, so that the optical fiber line connected between the second docking stator 132b and the first conveying line body 11 has a shorter moving distance, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the optical fiber line moves over a long distance, and improves the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber line.

[0069] It can be understood that when the lifting mechanism 131 includes the first elevator 1311 and the second elevator 1312, the first elevator 1311 and the second elevator 1312 are respectively located on two adjacent sides of the conveying track 112 and are connected to the same first track stator 111 (ie, Figure 8 The first track stator #13) shown is connected by an optical fiber line so that the first elevator 1311 and the second elevator 1312 can form a complete optical fiber loop with the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11.

[0070] Thus, when the second elevator 1312 is equipped with the second docking stator 132b, the connection between the stators is the first track stator 111 (such as Figure 8 #11) - the second docking stator 132b - the first track stator 111 on the conveying track 112 (as shown Figure 8 As shown in #13), the second docking stator 132b is connected to the first track stator 111 which is closest to it and adjacent to it, and the distance that the optical fiber line moves is shorter, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the optical fiber line moves over a long distance, and improves the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber line. Secondly, the connection line between the docking module 13 and the first conveying line body 11 is simplified to reduce the number of optical fiber lines arranged, thereby reducing the occupied space of the conveying device 1 and reducing a certain manufacturing cost. In addition, the second docking stator 132b is connected to the first track stator 111 which is closest to it and adjacent to it, and the second docking stator 132b is more convenient to plug in.

[0071] The power distribution module 14 is connected to the first transmission line body 11, the second transmission line body 12 and the connecting stator 132 through a power line. When the power line is long, it will affect the voltage provided by it, that is, the longer the power line is, the greater the resistance is, and the voltage input to the first transmission line body 11, the second transmission line body 12 and the connecting stator 132 will be reduced, and the power supply reliability is low; and when the power line is long, there may be problems such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the power line moves over long distances, affecting the stability of power transmission. To this end, in one example, the first conveying line body 11 includes at least a first power line A and a second power line B, and a portion of the first track stator 111 located on the conveying track 112, the first track stator 111 located on the linear guide rail 113, the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15, and the first docking stator 132a are connected in sequence through the first power line A, wherein the end of the first power line A is connected to the first docking stator 132a, and the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15, a portion of the first track stator 111 on the conveying track 112, and the second docking stator 132b are connected in sequence through the second power line B, wherein the end of the second power line B is connected to the second docking stator 132b.

[0072] It is worth noting that the linear guide 113 can only drive the first track stator 111 to move thereon, and the moving distance is a fixed distance. Therefore, when part of the first track stator 111 located on the conveying track 112, the first track stator 111 located on the linear guide 113, the first track stator 111 located on the support module 15, and the first docking stator 132a are connected in sequence through the first power cord A, the distance required for the power cord to move is shorter. Therefore, compared with the first docking stator 132a and the second docking stator 132b using the same power cord, the length of the first power cord A is shorter.

[0073] In this example, the first docking stator 132a carried on the first elevator 1311 is connected to the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11 through the first power line A, and the second docking stator 132b carried on the second elevator 1312 is connected to the first track stator 111 on the first conveyor line body 11 through the second power line B, that is, different power lines are used to independently power the first docking stator 132a and the second docking stator 132b to shorten the length of the power line and reduce the probability of a negative situation in which the voltage input to the first conveyor line body 11, the second conveyor line body 12, the first docking stator 132a and the second docking stator 132b will be reduced due to the greater resistance when the power line is longer. A shorter power cord is provided to reduce negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. that may occur when the power cord is moved over long distances, thereby improving the power supply reliability of the power cord to the first conveying line body 11, the second conveying line body 12, the first docking stator 132a and the second docking stator 132b, thereby ensuring the operating reliability of the first conveying line body 11, the second conveying line body 12, the first docking stator 132a and the second docking stator 132b.

[0074] For example, Figure 8 As shown, the first track stator 111 (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8) on the first conveyor line body 11, the first track stator 111 (#9) on the support module 15, and the first docking stator 132a are connected in sequence through the first power line A; the first track stator 111 (#15) on the support module 15, the first track stator 111 (#16, #17, #13, #10) on the first conveyor line body 11, the first track stator 111 (#11) on the support module 15, and the second docking stator 132b are connected in sequence through the second power line B.

[0075] In an example, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the number of linear guide rails 113 can be set to two, and the first conveying line body 11 also includes a third power line C. Part of the first track stator 111 located on the conveying track 112 is connected to the first track stator 111 on the adjacent linear guide rail 113 through the third power line C.

[0076] In this example, when the conveying device 1 is provided with two linear guides 113, one of the linear guides 113 is connected to the first connecting stator 132a through a power cord, and the other linear guide 113 can be connected only to a portion of the first track stator 111 on the conveying track 112 through a power cord, so as to shorten the length of the power cord connected to the first conveying line body 11, and reduce the probability of a negative situation in which the voltage input to the linear guide 113 is reduced due to the greater resistance when the length of the power cord is longer; reduce the negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. that may occur when the power cord moves over long distances, and improve the power supply reliability of the linear guide 113, thereby ensuring the operation reliability of the linear guide 113.

[0077] For example, please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the first track stators 111 (#21, #20) on the conveying track 112 and the first track stators 111 (#19, #18) on the linear guide rail 113 are connected in sequence through the third power line C.

[0078] It can be understood that in this embodiment, multiple power lines are set to connect different stators. For long-distance, fixed-position stator modules, they are connected through the same power line to ensure power supply stability. The first track stator 111 (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8) on the first conveyor line body 11, the first track stator 111 (#9) on the support module 15, and the first docking stator 132a are connected in sequence through the first power line A; the first track stator 111 (#15) on the support module 15, the first track stator 111 (#16, #17, #13, #10) on the first conveyor line body 11, and the first track stator 111 (#15) on the support module 15 The track stator 111 (#11) and the second docking stator 132b are connected in sequence through the second power line B; the first track stator 111 (#21, #20) on the conveying track 112 and the first track stator 111 (#19, #18) on the linear guide 113 are connected in sequence through the third power line C, and multiple docking stators 132 are respectively connected to different power lines to avoid the situation where multiple docking stators 132 cannot work due to damage to the power line during the docking process. The embodiment of the present application sets up multiple docking stators 132 to be connected to different power lines respectively, thereby ensuring that the moving distance of the power line is short to reduce the occurrence of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, poor contact, etc. when the power line moves over a long distance; and at the same time avoids the situation where multiple docking stators 132 are synchronously shut down due to damage to a single power line, so that even if a single power line is damaged and cannot supply power to the docking stator 132, the remaining intact power lines can still supply power to the docking stator 132 to ensure the operation of at least part of the docking stator 132, thereby improving the transmission efficiency of the system and improving the reliability of the system operation.

[0079] In one example, if Fig. 9 As shown, the power distribution module 14 includes a power distribution box 141, which is disposed adjacent to the first conveying line body 11 and connected to the first conveying line body 11 through a power line.

[0080] In this example, the distribution box 141 is disposed adjacent to the first conveying line body 11 to further shorten the length of the power line, thereby improving the reliability of power supply provided by the distribution box 141 to the first conveying line body 11 .

[0081] Optionally, when the power distribution module 14 includes multiple distribution boxes 141, the multiple distribution boxes 141 are all arranged adjacent to the transmission line body that needs power supply, so as to shorten the length of the power line between each distribution box 141 and the transmission line body, and reduce the situation where the resistance increases when the power line is longer, resulting in a decrease in the voltage provided by the distribution box 141 to the transmission line body, so as to improve the power supply reliability of the distribution box 141, and further ensure the operating reliability of each transmission line body.

[0082] Optionally, in order to further shorten the length of the power cord in the conveying device 1, the first track stator 111 on the remaining part of the first conveying line body 11 and the second track stator 121 on the second conveying line body 12 can also be divided into zones and use different power cords. This application does not make any specific restrictions on this.

[0083] In one example, if Figure 6 As shown, the conveying device 1 also includes a control module 16, which is connected to the distribution box 141 through a power line, and the control module 16 is connected to the first conveying line body 11, the second conveying line body 12 and the connecting stator 132 through optical fiber lines.

[0084] The control module 16 can be used to control the working states of the first conveyor line body 11, the second conveyor line body 12 and the docking stator 132, and when the first conveyor line body 11, the second conveyor line body 12 and the docking stator 132 are controlled by one control module 16, the control synchronization is high.

[0085] Optionally, the control module 16 may include one control chip or may be integrated with multiple control chips, which may be specifically configured according to actual needs. For example, if the control accuracy of the track stator on each layer of the conveyor line body is to be improved, multiple control chips connected to different layers of the conveyor line body may be integrated in the control module 16. This application does not impose any specific restrictions on this.

[0086] In one example, the first track stator 111 includes at least one of a linear stator and an arc-shaped stator.

[0087] Optionally, the first track stator 111 may include a plurality of linear stators and a plurality of arc-shaped stators at the same time, and the plurality of linear stators and the plurality of arc-shaped stators may be sequentially spliced ​​to form an annular structure to facilitate conveying of workpieces.

[0088] Optionally, the docking stator 121 may also include multiple linear stators and multiple arc-shaped stators, and the multiple linear stators and multiple arc-shaped stators can be sequentially spliced ​​to form an annular structure to facilitate the conveyance of workpieces. The size of the annular structure formed by the docking stator 121 may be the same as or different from the size of the annular structure formed by the first track stator 111.

[0089] In one example, if Fig.10 As shown, the lifting mechanism 131 includes a supporting member 1313, a lifting assembly 1314 and a driving member 1315. The supporting member 1313 is used to support the connected stator 132. The lifting assembly 1314 is connected to the supporting member 1313. The lifting assembly 1314 is used to drive the supporting member 1313 to rise or fall. The driving member 1315 is connected to the lifting assembly 1314. The driving member 1315 is used to drive the lifting assembly 1314 to move so as to drive the supporting member 1313 to rise or fall.

[0090] Optionally, the lifting component 1314 can be a lifting guide rail, a gear rack, a chain, or other lifting structures that can drive the supporting member 1313 to rise or fall, and this application does not make any specific restrictions on this.

[0091] Optionally, the driving member 1315 is one of a linear motor, a cylinder and a hydraulic cylinder.

[0092] In summary, the docking stator 132 on the lifting mechanism 131 only needs to be connected to the first track stator 111 through an optical fiber line to achieve material transfer between different layers. It is not necessary for the stators on each layer of the conveying line body in the conveying device 1 to be connected to the docking stator 132 on the lifting mechanism 131, thereby reducing the connection points between the docking stator 132 and the conveying line bodies of other layers. In addition, the embodiment of the present application sets the docking stator 132 to be connected only to the first track stator 111. When there are multiple second conveying line bodies 12, there is no need to consider the connection relationship between the docking stator 132 and the multiple second conveying line bodies 12, thereby reducing the complexity of wiring and simplifying the connection method between each conveying line body. At the same time, the present application reduces the connection points between the docking stator 132 and other layers of the conveying line body, that is, it reduces the situation where different docking stators 132 need to be connected to different layers of the conveying line body when there are multiple docking stators 132, so as to reduce the occurrence of data signal attenuation, signal loss, etc. due to too many connection points when the docking stator 132 needs to be connected to each layer of the conveying line body, thereby improving the stability and reliability of data signal transmission and improving the transmission efficiency of data signals. Secondly, the first conveying line body 11 is located in the middle layer of the conveying device 1, and the docking stator 132 on the docking module 13 is connected to the stator on the middle layer of the conveying device 1 through an optical fiber. The required connection length and distance during movement are short, which reduces the probability of negative situations such as disconnection, interference, and poor contact when the optical fiber moves over long distances, so as to further improve the stability of signal transmission by the optical fiber, and simplify the connection lines between the first conveying line body 11 and the second conveying line body 12 and the docking module 13 to reduce the number of optical fiber lines arranged, thereby reducing the occupied space of the conveying device, improving the stability of data signal transmission, and reducing a certain production cost.

[0093] The same or similar numbers in the drawings of this embodiment correspond to the same or similar parts; in the description of this application, it should be understood that if the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", etc. indicate an orientation or position relationship based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings, it is only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms describing the position relationship in the drawings are only used for illustrative purposes and cannot be understood as a limitation on this patent. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0094] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present application and are not intended to limit the present application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present application should be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A conveying device (1), characterized in that: include: A first conveyor line body (11) comprises a plurality of first track stators (111) connected in sequence; A multi-layer second conveying line body (12), wherein the multi-layer second conveying line body (12) is arranged on the upper and lower sides of the first conveying line body (11); A docking module (13), comprising a lifting mechanism (131) and a docking stator (132), wherein the docking stator (132) is connected to the first track stator (111) via an optical fiber, and the lifting mechanism (131) is used to drive the docking stator (132) to rise and fall so that the docking stator (132) can dock with the first track stator (111) or the second conveying line body (12); and The power distribution module (14) is connected to the first transmission line body (11), the second transmission line body (12) and the connection stator (132) via a power line.

2. The conveying device (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The first conveying line body (11) further comprises: a conveying track (112), the conveying track (112) being used to carry part of the first track stator (111), the lifting mechanism (131) being located on at least one side of the conveying track (112); and A linear guide rail (113), the linear guide rail (113) intersecting with the conveying track (112), the linear guide rail (113) being used to carry a portion of the first track stator (111), and the linear guide rail (113) being capable of driving the first track stator (111) located thereon to move along an extension direction of the linear guide rail (113); Wherein, the lifting mechanism (131) is arranged adjacent to the linear guide rail (113).

3. The conveying device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that At least two layers of the second conveyor line bodies (12) adjacent to the first track stator (111) are connected to the first track stator (111) via optical fiber lines.

4. The conveying device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that At least two layers of the second conveyor line bodies (12) adjacent to the first track stator (111) are connected to the first track stator (111) via a power line.

5. The conveying device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that The conveying device (1) further comprises: A support module (15), the support module (15) is located on two opposite sides of the conveying track (112) and between the lifting mechanism (131) and the linear guide rail (113), and the support module (15) is used to carry another part of the first track stator (111).

6. The conveying device (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that The lifting mechanism (131) comprises a first lift (1311), the docking stator (132) comprises a first docking stator (132a), the first lift (1311) is equipped with the first docking stator (132a), and the first lift (1311) is located on one side of the conveying track (112); When the first hoist (1311) drives the first docking stator (132a) to dock with the first track stator (111), the first track stator (111) located on the conveying track (112) and adjacent to the lifting mechanism (131), the first docking stator (132a), and the first track stator (111) located on the supporting module (15) are connected in sequence via optical fiber lines.

7. The conveying device (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that The lifting mechanism (131) further comprises a second lift (1312), the docking stator (132) comprises a second docking stator (132b), the second lift (1312) is equipped with the second docking stator (132b), and the second lift (1312) is opposite to the first lift (1311) and is located on the other side of the conveying track (112); When the second lifting machine (1312) drives the second docking stator (132b) to dock with the first track stator (111), the first track stator (111) located on the supporting module (15), the second docking stator (132b), and the first track stator (111) located on the conveying track (112) and connected to the first docking stator (132a) are connected in sequence through optical fiber lines.

8. The conveying device (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that The first conveying line body (11) at least comprises: A first power line, a portion of the first track stator (111) located on the conveying track (112), the first track stator (111) located on the linear guide rail (113), the first track stator (111) located on the supporting module (15), and the first docking stator (132a) are connected in sequence through the first power line, wherein an end of the first power line is connected to the first docking stator (132a); and, A second power line, wherein the first track stator (111) on the support module (15), part of the first track stator (111) on the conveying track (112), and the second docking stator (132b) are connected in sequence via the second power line, wherein the end of the second power line is connected to the second docking stator (132b).

9. The conveying device (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that The number of the linear guide rails (113) is two, and the first conveying line body (11) further comprises: A third power line, wherein a portion of the first track stator (111) located on the conveying track (112) is connected to the first track stator (111) on the adjacent linear guide rail (113) via the third power line.

10. The conveying device (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The power distribution module (14) comprises: A distribution box (141), wherein the distribution box (141) is disposed adjacent to the first transmission line body (11) and is connected to the first transmission line body (11) via a power line.

11. The conveying device (1) according to claim 10, characterized in that The conveying device (1) further comprises: A control module (16), wherein the control module (16) is connected to the distribution box (141) via a power line, and the control module (16) is connected to the first transmission line body (11), the second transmission line body (12) and the docking stator (132) via an optical fiber line.

12. The conveying device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that: The first track stator (111) includes at least one of a linear stator and an arc stator.

13. The conveying device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that: The lifting mechanism (131) comprises: A bearing member (1313), the bearing member (1313) being used for bearing the docking stator (132); a lifting component (1314), the lifting component (1314) being connected to the bearing member (1313), the lifting component (1314) being used to drive the bearing member (1313) to rise or fall; and, A driving member (1315), the driving member (1315) being connected to the lifting assembly (1314), the driving member (1315) being used to drive the lifting assembly (1314) to move so as to drive the bearing member (1313) to rise or fall; Wherein, the driving component (1315) is one of a linear motor, a cylinder and a hydraulic cylinder.

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