An automatic feeding device

Abstract

The present invention provides an automatic feeding device, which includes a frame, a feeding mechanism and a pushing and guiding mechanism that cooperate with each other and are arranged on the frame, and a clamping mechanism for checking the front and back of a memory module connector. The feeding mechanism includes two feeding components, and each feeding component includes a diversion channel, a material bin for cooperating with the diversion channel, and a driving component. The pushing and guiding mechanism includes a support, a lateral moving mechanism, a longitudinal moving mechanism, and a guiding mechanism. The clamping mechanism includes a first clamping component and a second clamping component. The structure of the present invention is simple and has strong practicability. It can realize actions such as guiding, storing, and dialing of the memory module connector, and ensure the working efficiency through different material bins; the automatic diversion of the memory module connector can be realized through the diversion plate with an arc structure, and the feeding of the memory module connector can be realized through the guiding groove; the memory module connector is pushed into the guiding groove by a cylinder, and then the pushing and guiding mechanism is used to push the memory module connector to the process of checking the front and back of the connector.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of memory module connector processing equipment, and in particular to an automatic feeding device. Background Art

[0002] Memory modules are an important part of a computer. In a computer, memory modules are inserted into memory module slots on the motherboard and serve as a channel connecting the central processing unit and other devices, playing a role in buffering and data exchange.

[0003] In the current feeding and assembly production line of memory module connectors, memory module connectors are usually manually placed into the feeding slot. However, the method of manual feeding and assembly results in low production efficiency of the memory module assembly production line and wastes manpower.

[0004] The automatic assembly speed of DDR 4 (TH or SMT) products is fast, with a cycle within 1.6 s. However, the quantity of traditional plastic feeding is very limited, which may cause waiting for materials and downtime. Therefore, the employees at this station cannot leave the station for a long time to do other things such as changing materials and pouring materials.

[0005] Patent CN211361241U, a memory module gripper and a memory module feeding and assembly production line, discloses the following content. The memory module gripper is used to clamp a memory module into a memory module slot on the motherboard. Two chucks for clamping the memory module are arranged on the motherboard. The memory module gripper includes: a base having a connection end for connecting to a robot; an opening chuck mechanism connected to the base and used for opening the chucks; a grasping mechanism connected to the base and used for grasping the memory module; and a visual positioning device connected to the base and used for obtaining the position signal of the memory module, and the robot responds to the position signal.

[0006] The feeding and assembly production line disclosed in this patent can realize the grasping of memory modules. However, this technical solution has a complex structure and complex operation. Summary of the Invention

[0007] Aiming at the deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides an automatic feeding device, which can realize automatic feeding and material conveying of memory module connectors.

[0008] The technical solution of the present invention is: an automatic feeding device, including a frame, a feeding mechanism and a pushing and guiding mechanism arranged on the frame and cooperating with each other, and a clamping mechanism for fixing the memory module.

[0009] Preferably, the feeding mechanism includes two feeding components with the same structure.

[0010] Preferably, each of the feeding components includes a drainage channel, a storage bin adapted to cooperate with the drainage channel, and a driving component for pushing the memory module connector into the guiding groove. The driving component is arranged on the frame through a support plate, and the storage bin is arranged on one side of the support plate and cooperates with the driving component. The drainage channel is connected to the storage bin.

[0011] Preferably, each of the drainage channels includes a first drainage plate, a second drainage plate, and a plurality of drainage strips. The first drainage plate is connected to the second drainage plate through a connecting member, and the plurality of drainage strips are located outside the second drainage plate. There is a gap between the plurality of drainage strips and the second drainage plate, and this gap serves as a drainage channel. The plurality of drainage strips are arranged on the storage bin through a connecting frame.

[0012] Preferably, the second drainage plate is an arc-shaped plate, and the drainage strips are arc-shaped structures corresponding to the second drainage plate.

[0013] Preferably, each of the storage bins includes symmetrically arranged first guide posts and second guide posts. Corresponding guide grooves are provided on the first guide posts and the second guide posts, and the memory module connector realizes material storage and export through the guide grooves of the first guide posts and the second guide posts.

[0014] Preferably, memory module connector outlets are provided at corresponding positions near the support plate at the lower ends of the guide grooves of the first guide posts and the second guide posts.

[0015] Preferably, the driving component includes a first pushing cylinder and a second pushing cylinder. The first pushing cylinder and the second pushing cylinder are respectively connected to corresponding push plates through corresponding connecting seats, and the first pushing cylinder and the second pushing cylinder are respectively arranged at the lower ends of the corresponding storage bins and on the opposite sides of the guiding groove.

[0016] Preferably, the pushing and guiding mechanism includes a support, a lateral moving mechanism arranged on the support, and a longitudinal moving mechanism arranged on the lateral moving mechanism. A guiding mechanism is arranged on the longitudinal moving mechanism.

[0017] Preferably, the lateral moving mechanism includes a mounting plate, a lateral rodless cylinder, a lateral slide rail, and a lateral slide plate. The lateral rodless cylinder and the lateral slide rail are both mounted on the mounting plate, and the lateral slide plate is slidably connected to the lateral slide rail through a lateral slide seat. The lateral slide plate is also connected to the lateral rodless cylinder through a connecting seat, and the lateral slide plate is driven by the lateral rodless cylinder to slide laterally on the lateral slide rail.

[0018] Preferably, the longitudinal movement mechanism includes a connecting plate, a longitudinal driving cylinder, and a longitudinal sliding plate. The connecting plate is fixed on the transverse sliding plate. A plurality of longitudinal guide rails are arranged on the connecting plate in the vertical direction. The longitudinal sliding plate is connected to the longitudinal guide rails through corresponding sliding seats, and the longitudinal sliding plate is also connected to the longitudinal driving cylinder arranged on the connecting plate. A guiding and dialing mechanism is arranged on the longitudinal sliding plate.

[0019] Preferably, the guiding and dialing mechanism includes a guiding and dialing frame, and a plurality of guiding and dialing rods are arranged at the lower end of the guiding and dialing frame.

[0020] Preferably, the guiding and dialing rods extend into the guiding and dialing grooves, so as to guide the memory module connectors in the guiding and dialing grooves to the connector positive and negative inspection station, and then to the pin insertion process.

[0021] Preferably, the clamping mechanism includes a first clamping assembly and a second clamping assembly which cooperate with each other.

[0022] Preferably, the first clamping assembly includes a first clamping cylinder, a first sliding seat, and a clamping frame. The first sliding seat is L-shaped, and the first sliding seat is connected to the sliding rail of the first clamping cylinder. The L-shaped first sliding seat is also connected to the piston rod of the first clamping cylinder. The first sliding seat is connected to the clamping frame through a connecting seat, and the clamping frame is slidably connected to the sliding rail arranged on the machine frame.

[0023] Preferably, stoppers are further arranged on both sides of the clamping frame to limit the moving position of the clamping frame through the stoppers.

[0024] Preferably, the second clamping assembly includes a second clamping cylinder, a second sliding seat, and a second clamping seat. The second clamping cylinder is arranged on the machine frame through a support seat. The second clamping cylinder is connected to the second sliding seat, and the second sliding seat is connected to a corresponding guide rod arranged on the second clamping seat through a corresponding guide sleeve.

[0025] Preferably, the second clamping seat includes a fixed seat and a clamping plate connected to the fixed seat. A clamping groove is formed on the clamping plate.

[0026] Preferably, a plurality of photoelectric sensors are further arranged at the lower ends of the first guide post and the second guide post. The presence or absence of the memory module connectors in the corresponding bins is detected through the photoelectric sensors. If there is no material in the corresponding bin, another bin is started.

[0027] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0028] 1. The structure of the present invention is simple and practical. It can realize actions such as guiding, storing, and clamping the memory module connectors, and ensure the working efficiency through different bins.

[0029] 2. The automatic drainage of the memory board can be achieved by the drainage board with an arc structure in the present invention, and the placement of the memory module connector can be realized through the mutual cooperation of the guide grooves of the first guide post and the second guide post.

[0030] 3. In the present invention, the cooperation between the air cylinder and the push plate can push the memory module connector into the guide chute at the discharge port.

[0031] 4. The present invention uses the pushing and guiding mechanism to push out the memory module connector through horizontal and vertical movements.

[0032] 5. The present invention uses the clamping mechanism to prevent the memory module from being inserted incorrectly in both positive and negative directions, which is convenient for the next process of inserting pins.

[0033] 6. The present invention uses the mutual switching of multiple bins to ensure the processing efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0034] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of another side of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of the feeding mechanism of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the drainage channel of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the bin of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 6 is a schematic structural diagram of the driving component of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 7 is a schematic structural diagram of the pushing and guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 8 is an enlarged schematic structural diagram of the pushing and guiding mechanism of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 9 is a schematic structural diagram of the clamping mechanism of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 10 is a schematic structural diagram of the second clamping seat of the present invention;

[0044] In the figure, 1 - frame, 2 - drainage channel, 3 - bin, 4 - driving component, 5 - horizontal moving mechanism, 6 - vertical moving mechanism, 7 - guiding mechanism, 8 - first clamping component, 9 - second clamping component, 10 - memory module connector;

[0045] 21 - Support plate, 22 - First drainage plate, 23 - Second drainage plate, 24 - Drainage strip, 25 - Connector;

[0046] 31 - First guide post, 32 - Second guide post, 33 - Connection frame, 34 - Memory module outlet, 36 - Guide groove;

[0047] 41 - First pushing cylinder, 42 - Second pushing cylinder, 43 - Connection seat, 44 - Pushing plate;

[0048] 51 - Mounting plate, 52 - Horizontal rodless cylinder, 53 - Horizontal slide rail, 54 - Horizontal slide plate, 55 - Support;

[0049] 61 - Connection plate, 62 - Longitudinal driving cylinder, 63 - Longitudinal slide plate;

[0050] 71 - Guide and dial frame, 72 - Guide and dial rod, 73 - Guide and dial groove;

[0051] 81 - First clamping cylinder, 82 - First sliding seat, 83 - Clamping frame;

[0052] 91 - Second clamping cylinder, 92 - Second sliding seat, 93 - Second clamping seat, 94 - Guide rod, 95 - Fixed seat, 96 - Clamping plate, 97 - Clamping groove. Detailed implementation mode

[0053] The following further describes the detailed implementation mode of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0054] As shown in Figure 1 and 2 shown, this embodiment provides an automatic feeding device, including a frame 1, a feeding mechanism and a pushing and guiding mechanism that cooperate with each other and are arranged on the frame 1, the above - mentioned device, and a clamping mechanism for checking the front and back of the memory module connector.

[0055] Preferably in this embodiment, the frame 1 includes a plurality of support columns and a workbench arranged at the upper ends of the plurality of support columns.

[0056] Preferably in this embodiment, the feeding mechanism includes two feeding components with the same structure.

[0057] Preferably in this embodiment, as shown in Figure 3As shown in the figure, each of the feeding components includes a drainage channel 2, a storage bin 3 that cooperates with the drainage channel 2, and a driving component 4 for pushing the memory module connector 10 into the guiding groove 73. The driving component 4 is arranged on the workbench of the frame 1 through a support plate 21, and the storage bin 3 is arranged on the support plate 21 and cooperates with the driving component 4 on one side. The drainage channel 2 is connected to the storage bin 3, so as to ensure that the memory module connectors 10 in the drainage channel 2 smoothly enter the storage bin 3.

[0058] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 4 shown in the figure, each of the drainage channels 2 includes a first drainage plate 22, a second drainage plate 23, and a plurality of drainage strips 24. The first drainage plate 22 is connected to the second drainage plate 23 through a connecting piece 25, and a plurality of the drainage strips 24 are located above the second drainage plate 23. There is a gap between the plurality of drainage strips 24 and the second drainage plate 23, and this gap serves as a drainage channel. The lower ends of the plurality of drainage strips 24 are arranged on the storage bin 3 through a connecting frame 33. In this embodiment, the second drainage plate 23 is an arc-shaped plate, and the drainage strips 24 are also arc-shaped structures corresponding to the second drainage plate 23.

[0059] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 5 shown in the figure, each of the storage bins 3 includes symmetrically arranged first guide posts 31 and second guide posts 32. Corresponding guide grooves 36 are provided on the first guide posts 31 and the second guide posts 32. The memory module connectors 10 are stored and exported through the guide grooves 36 of the first guide posts 31 and the second guide posts 32. And corresponding memory module outlets 34 are provided at positions close to the support plate 21 at the lower ends of the guide grooves 36 of the first guide posts 31 and the second guide posts 32. Additionally, in this embodiment, a plurality of photoelectric sensors are further arranged at the lower ends of the first guide posts 31 and the second guide posts 32 to detect the memory module connectors 10 in the corresponding storage bin 3.

[0060] Preferably, as Figure 6 shown in the figure, the driving component 4 includes a first pushing cylinder 41 and a second pushing cylinder 42. The first pushing cylinder 41 and the second pushing cylinder 42 are respectively connected to corresponding push plates 44 through corresponding connecting seats 43, and the first pushing cylinder 41 and the second pushing cylinder 42 are respectively arranged at the lower ends of the corresponding storage bins 3 and on the side opposite to the guiding groove 73.

[0061] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 7 shown in the figure, the pushing and guiding mechanism includes a support 55, a transverse moving mechanism 5 arranged on the support 55, and a longitudinal moving mechanism 6 arranged on the transverse moving mechanism 5. A guiding mechanism 7 is arranged on the longitudinal moving mechanism 6.

[0062] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 8 shown, the lateral moving mechanism 5 includes a mounting plate 51, a lateral rodless cylinder 52, a lateral slide rail 53, and a lateral slide plate 54. The mounting plate 51 is fixed to the mounting plate 51 by a plurality of screws. The lateral rodless cylinder 52 and the lateral slide rail 53 are both mounted on the mounting plate 51. And the lateral slide plate 54 is slidably connected to the lateral slide rail 53 through a lateral slide seat. The lateral slide plate 54 is also connected to the lateral rodless cylinder 52 through a connecting seat. The lateral rodless cylinder 52 drives the lateral slide plate 54 to slide laterally on the lateral slide rail 53.

[0063] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 8 shown, the longitudinal moving mechanism 6 includes a connecting plate 61, a longitudinal driving cylinder 62, and a longitudinal slide plate 63. The connecting plate 61 is fixed to the lateral slide plate 54. A plurality of longitudinal guide rails are arranged vertically on the connecting plate 61. The longitudinal slide plate 63 is connected to the longitudinal guide rails through corresponding slide seats. And the longitudinal slide plate 63 is also connected to the longitudinal driving cylinder 62 arranged on the connecting plate 61. A guiding and dialing mechanism 7 is arranged on the longitudinal slide plate 63.

[0064] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 8 shown, the guiding and dialing mechanism 7 includes a guiding and dialing frame 71. A plurality of guiding and dialing rods 72 are arranged at the lower end of the guiding and dialing frame 71. In this embodiment, the number of the guiding and dialing rods 72 is 2. During use, the plurality of guiding and dialing rods 72 extend into the guiding and dialing groove 73, so as to guide and dial the memory module connector 10 in the guiding and dialing groove 73 to the connector positive and negative inspection process.

[0065] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 9 shown, the clamping mechanism includes a first clamping assembly 8 and a second clamping assembly 9 which cooperate with each other. The first clamping assembly 8 includes a first clamping cylinder 81, a first slide seat 82, and a clamping frame 83. The first slide seat 82 is L-shaped. And the L-shaped first slide seat 82 is connected to the slide rail of the first clamping cylinder 81. And the L-shaped first slide seat 82 is also connected to the piston rod of the first clamping cylinder 81. The first slide seat 82 is connected to the clamping frame 83 through a connecting seat. The clamping frame 83 is slidably connected to the slide rail arranged on the workbench.

[0066] Preferably in this embodiment, the second clamping assembly 9 includes a second clamping cylinder 91, a second sliding seat 92, and a second clamping seat 93. The second clamping cylinder 91 is arranged on the workbench of the frame through a support seat. The second clamping cylinder 91 is connected to the second sliding seat 92. The second sliding seat 92 is connected to a corresponding guide rod 94 arranged on the second clamping seat 93 through a corresponding guide sleeve.

[0067] Preferably in this embodiment, as Figure 10 shown, the second clamping seat 93 includes a fixed seat 95 and a clamping plate 96 connected to the fixed seat 95, and a clamping groove 97 is formed on the clamping plate 96.

[0068] The above embodiments and the descriptions in the specification only illustrate the principles and the best embodiments of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention will have various changes and improvements, and these changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention claimed.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding device, comprising a frame, characterized in that, The described device further includes a feeding mechanism, a pushing and guiding mechanism that cooperate with each other and are arranged on the frame, and a clamping mechanism for fixing the memory module connector; The feeding mechanism includes two feeding components with the same structure; Each of the feeding components includes a drainage channel, a bin that cooperates with the drainage channel, and a driving component for pushing the memory module connector into the guiding groove. The driving component is arranged on the frame through a support plate, and the bin is arranged on one side of the support plate and cooperates with the driving component. The drainage channel is connected to the bin; The pushing and guiding mechanism includes a support, a lateral movement mechanism arranged on the support, and a longitudinal movement mechanism arranged on the lateral movement mechanism. A guiding mechanism is arranged on the longitudinal movement mechanism; The clamping mechanism includes a first clamping component and a second clamping component that cooperate with each other. Among them, the first clamping component includes a first clamping cylinder, a first sliding seat, and a clamping frame. The first sliding seat is L-shaped, and the first sliding seat is connected to the slide rail of the first clamping cylinder. The L-shaped first sliding seat is also connected to the piston rod of the first clamping cylinder. The first sliding seat is connected to the clamping frame through a connecting seat, and the clamping frame is slidably connected to the slide rail arranged on the frame; The second clamping component includes a second clamping cylinder, a second sliding seat, and a second clamping seat. The second clamping cylinder is arranged on the frame through a support seat. The second clamping cylinder is connected to the second sliding seat. The second sliding seat is connected to the corresponding guide rod arranged on the second clamping seat through a corresponding guide sleeve; Each of the drainage channels includes a first drainage plate, a second drainage plate, and a plurality of drainage strips. The first drainage plate is connected to the second drainage plate through a connecting piece. The plurality of drainage strips are located above the second drainage plate, and there is a gap between the plurality of drainage strips and the second drainage plate. This gap serves as a drainage channel. The plurality of drainage strips are arranged on the bin through a connecting frame; 2. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second drainage plate is an arc-shaped plate, and the drainage strips are also arc-shaped structures corresponding to the second drainage plate; 3. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the bins includes symmetrically arranged first guide posts and second guide posts, and corresponding guide grooves are provided on the first guide posts and the second guide posts; Memory module connector outlets are provided at the lower ends of the guide grooves of the first guide posts and the second guide posts near the position of the support plate; 4. An automatic feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of photoelectric sensors are further arranged at the lower ends of the first guide posts and the second guide posts; 5. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving component includes a first pushing cylinder and a second pushing cylinder. The first pushing cylinder and the second pushing cylinder are respectively connected to corresponding push plates through corresponding connecting seats, and the first pushing cylinder and the second pushing cylinder are respectively arranged at the lower ends of the corresponding bins and on the opposite sides of the guiding groove.

6. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, wherein: The described lateral movement mechanism includes a mounting plate, a lateral rodless cylinder, a lateral slide rail, and a lateral slide plate. The lateral rodless cylinder and the lateral slide rail are both mounted on the mounting plate, and the lateral slide plate is slidably connected to the lateral slide rail through a lateral slide block. The lateral slide plate is also connected to the lateral rodless cylinder through a connecting seat, and the lateral slide plate is driven by the lateral rodless cylinder to slide laterally on the lateral slide rail.

7. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The described longitudinal movement mechanism includes a connecting plate, a longitudinal driving cylinder, and a longitudinal slide plate. The connecting plate is fixed on the lateral slide plate. A plurality of longitudinal guide rails are arranged vertically on the connecting plate. The longitudinal slide plate is connected to the longitudinal guide rails through corresponding slide blocks, and the longitudinal slide plate is also connected to the longitudinal driving cylinder arranged on the connecting plate. A guiding and dialing mechanism is arranged on the longitudinal slide plate.

8. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The described guiding and dialing mechanism includes a guiding and dialing frame, and a plurality of guiding and dialing rods are arranged at the lower end of the guiding and dialing frame; During use, the plurality of guiding and dialing rods extend into the guiding and dialing groove, so as to guide the memory module connector in the guiding and dialing groove to the connector positive and negative inspection process.

9. An automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The described second clamping seat includes a fixed seat and a clamping plate connected to the fixed seat. A clamping groove is formed on the clamping plate.

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