Temporary storage device and temporary storage method with plate turning and conveying function

Abstract

The present invention discloses a temporary storage device and a temporary storage method with a plate steering and conveying function, comprising a temporary storage rack and an automatic conveying device, wherein the temporary storage rack is provided with multiple layers of storage space for storing plates, and the automatic conveying device comprises a first conveying mechanism, a first tooth fork assembly, a second conveying mechanism and a second tooth fork assembly; during operation, the second conveying mechanism conveys the plates along a first direction, and extracts the plates via the second tooth fork assembly, moves them along the first direction and stores them in the temporary storage rack; the first tooth fork assembly extracts the plates in the temporary storage rack, moves them along the first direction and places them in the first conveying mechanism, and the first conveying mechanism conveys the plates along the second direction; it can be seen that steering conveying can be achieved during the plate conveying process through the cooperation of the first conveying mechanism and the first tooth fork assembly; compared with the prior art, the temporary storage device can be connected to two conveying lines in different directions in a PCB board production line, thereby improving the setting flexibility and versatility of the temporary storage device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of mechanical equipment, and in particular to a temporary storage device and method with plate turning and conveying function. Background Art

[0002] In PCB manufacturing production lines, temporary storage machines are typically set up between two processes to ensure that the subsequent process does not affect the continuity of the preceding process. If the equipment corresponding to the subsequent process malfunctions, the preceding process does not need to stop. Also, if the board feeding speed of the subsequent process is inconsistent with the board output speed of the preceding process, the two processes can be carried out continuously through the temporary storage machine. The temporary storage machine temporarily stores the boards that have been produced or are about to be input in a connecting process, so that they can be supplied in a timely manner when needed by a certain process.

[0003] For example, Chinese invention CN 113173366 A discloses a three-dimensional storage machine. One conveyor rack receives a sheet metal and selectively transports it to a storage rack at a certain height. The other conveyor rack can also selectively remove sheets from storage racks at a certain height. This machine serves both a receiving and temporary storage function in the sheet metal production line, ensuring the continuity of the production line. However, because the sheets transported by the two conveyor racks are located in the same direction, the conveyor lines of the previous and next stations must connect with the conveyor racks in the same direction to transport the sheets into the storage machine. In other words, the conveyor lines of the previous station, the two conveyor racks, and the conveyor line of the next station must be on the same straight line to transport the sheets. If the conveyor lines of the two stations are not on the same straight line, the storage machine cannot connect the two conveyor lines in different directions.

[0004] Therefore, a new technical solution needs to be researched to address the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention addresses the deficiencies of the prior art, and its main objective is to provide a temporary storage device and method with plate turning and conveying function, effectively solving the defect of existing temporary storage devices that cannot connect to two conveying lines in different directions, thereby improving the flexibility of the temporary storage device setup.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function includes:

[0008] Temporary storage rack, which has multiple storage spaces for storing boards;

[0009] An automatic conveying device includes a first conveying mechanism for conveying a plate in a second direction, a first toothed fork assembly for conveying a plate in a first direction, a second conveying mechanism for conveying a plate in a first direction, and a second toothed fork assembly for conveying a plate in a first direction.

[0010] The second fork assembly extracts the plate supported by the second conveying mechanism and feeds it into a temporary storage rack along a first direction; the first fork assembly extracts the plate from the temporary storage rack, removes it along the first direction, and places it in the first conveying mechanism; or,

[0011] The first toothed fork assembly extracts the plate from the first conveying mechanism and feeds it into the temporary storage rack along the first direction. The second toothed fork assembly extracts the plate from the temporary storage rack, removes it along the first direction, and places it in the second conveying mechanism.

[0012] The beneficial effects of the temporary storage device with board turning and conveying function provided in this application are as follows: During operation, the second conveying mechanism conveys the board along the first direction, and the second toothed fork assembly picks up the board and moves it along the first direction to store it in the temporary storage rack; the first toothed fork assembly picks up the board in the temporary storage rack, moves it along the first direction and places it in the first conveying mechanism, and the first conveying mechanism conveys the board along the second direction; it can be seen that the cooperation of the first conveying mechanism and the first toothed fork assembly can realize turning and conveying during the board conveying process; compared with the prior art, the temporary storage device can be connected to two conveying lines in different directions in the PCB board production line, thereby improving the flexibility and versatility of the temporary storage device.

[0013] Furthermore, the first toothed fork assembly is mounted on the first conveying mechanism, and the second toothed fork assembly is mounted on the second conveying mechanism.

[0014] Furthermore, both the first and second toothed fork assemblies include a first actuation component, a second actuation component mounted on the first actuation component, and a plurality of toothed forks mounted on the second actuation component for extracting the plate; each toothed fork is located between each pair of first rollers, the first actuation component drives the plurality of toothed forks to move up and down relative to the first rollers, and the second actuation component drives the plurality of toothed forks to move along a first direction.

[0015] Furthermore, the first actuation component includes a first cylinder fixedly mounted on a first fixed base and a first displacement frame with a telescopic rod fixedly mounted on the first cylinder;

[0016] The second actuator includes a second cylinder mounted on the first displacement frame and a second displacement frame mounted on the second cylinder, with a plurality of toothed forks fixedly mounted on the second displacement frame.

[0017] During operation, when storing a workpiece in the temporary storage rack, the first cylinder extends upwards, causing multiple forks to pick up the workpiece from the first or second conveying mechanism; then the second cylinder extends and retracts, causing multiple forks to extend into the temporary storage rack; finally, the first cylinder retracts downwards a certain distance, placing the workpiece within the rack. When retrieving a workpiece from the temporary storage rack, the second cylinder extends and retracts, causing multiple forks to enter the rack; then the first cylinder extends upwards a certain distance, causing multiple forks to pick up the workpiece; finally, the second cylinder retracts from the rack, and the first cylinder retracts downwards. The plate, supported by multiple forks, is placed in the first or second conveying mechanism. Compared with the prior art, during the temporary placement process, the plate is picked up from the first or second conveying mechanism by multiple forks, then enters the temporary storage rack, and is finally placed in the temporary storage rack; or the plate is picked up from the temporary storage rack, then removed from the temporary storage rack, and finally placed in the first or second conveying mechanism. In this process, the plate will not rub against the temporary storage rack, avoiding damage to the plate due to friction, thereby improving the reliability of the temporary storage operation.

[0018] Furthermore, the first conveying mechanism includes a first fixed base, a plurality of first rollers mounted on the first fixed base, and a first motor mounted on the first fixed base for driving the plurality of first rollers to rotate. Each first roller is arranged at intervals along a second direction to drive the plate to move along the second direction.

[0019] Furthermore, the toothed fork is provided with a hollow suction chamber, and multiple suction ports are provided at intervals on the upper surface of the toothed fork, each suction port being connected to the suction chamber; multiple silicone sheets are installed on the upper surface of the toothed fork, each silicone sheet covering each suction port, and the silicone sheet is provided with multiple suction holes penetrating its upper and lower surfaces and connecting to the suction ports.

[0020] Compared to existing technologies, when the sheet is supported by multiple forks, the sheet can be adsorbed by evacuating the suction chamber, thus ensuring the sheet is securely supported on the forks and preventing it from falling off, thereby improving the reliability of the forks during operation. Furthermore, by covering the suction port with a silicone sheet, the sheet rests on the surface of the silicone sheet, further reducing the risk of abrasion to the sheet. In addition, the silicone sheet replaces the traditional suction cup structure, allowing for a smaller thickness of the forks, which can be easily inserted into a small storage rack to retrieve or place the sheet.

[0021] Furthermore, the temporary storage rack includes a main frame and multiple first support frames mounted on the main frame for supporting plates, with the multiple first support frames spaced vertically.

[0022] Each first support frame is equipped with a second plastic plate for supporting the plate, and the thickness of the second plastic plate in the vertical direction is greater than the thickness of the toothed fork in the vertical direction.

[0023] Furthermore, it also includes a first lifting assembly and a second lifting assembly, with a first conveying mechanism installed on the first lifting assembly to drive the first conveying mechanism to move up and down, and a second conveying mechanism installed on the second lifting assembly to drive the second conveying mechanism to move up and down.

[0024] Furthermore, it also includes a frame equipped with a protective door and a control panel. The temporary storage rack, automatic conveying device, first lifting assembly, and second lifting assembly are all installed inside the frame. The control panel is connected to a control system for controlling the operation of the temporary storage rack, automatic conveying device, first lifting assembly, and second lifting assembly.

[0025] A temporary storage method for a temporary storage device includes the aforementioned temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function and the temporary storage method, the temporary storage method comprising the following steps:

[0026] Step 1: The second conveying mechanism conveys the plate along the first direction, causing the plate to enter the position of the second toothed fork assembly;

[0027] Step 2: The second toothed fork assembly starts working, the first cylinder extends upward to drive multiple toothed forks to move upward, and the multiple toothed forks lift the plate off the second conveying mechanism; at the same time, the second lifting assembly drives the second conveying mechanism to move up and down to switch to the side of the storage space at different heights of the temporary storage rack.

[0028] Step 3: The second toothed fork assembly starts working. The second cylinder extends and retracts, causing multiple toothed forks to move along the first direction and enter the storage space. The first cylinder retracts downward a certain distance, allowing the plate to be supported on the temporary storage rack. The second cylinder extends and retracts, causing multiple toothed forks to exit the temporary storage rack along the first direction.

[0029] Step 4: The first lifting component starts working, and the first lifting component drives the first conveying mechanism to move up and down, so that the first conveying mechanism switches to the side of the storage space at different heights of the temporary storage rack;

[0030] Step 5: The first toothed fork assembly starts working, and the second cylinder extends and retracts to allow multiple toothed forks to enter the storage space, with the multiple toothed forks located below the plate; then the first cylinder extends upward a certain distance, allowing the multiple toothed forks to extract the plate and detach it from the temporary storage rack; the first cylinder retracts downward a certain distance, allowing the plate to be carried by the first conveying mechanism, and the first conveying mechanism transports the plate along the second direction.

[0031] Because of the aforementioned temporary storage device, the conveying of boards can be reversed when the temporary storage device is connected to two conveyor lines in different directions of the PCB production line. The temporary storage device of this application requires fewer reversing actions for the conveying of boards, which greatly improves the conveying efficiency of the boards. Moreover, the operation of storing or retrieving boards can be carried out simultaneously, which further improves the working efficiency of this temporary storage device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0032] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or descriptions of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown.

[0035] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a temporary storage rack for a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown.

[0036] Figure 4 Yes Figure 3 A magnified view of part A of the temporary storage rack shown;

[0037] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A partial cross-sectional view of the temporary storage rack shown;

[0038] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 Another three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a temporary storage rack for a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown;

[0039] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 An enlarged view of section B of a temporary storage rack in a temporary storage device with a plate turning and conveying function;

[0040] Figure 8 yes Figure 2 A partial structural schematic diagram of a temporary storage rack for a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown.

[0041] Figure 9 yes Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first conveying mechanism, the first toothed fork assembly, and the first lifting assembly of a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown.

[0042] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 An exploded view of the first conveying mechanism and the first toothed fork assembly shown;

[0043] Figure 11yes Figure 10 The front view of the first toothed fork assembly is shown below;

[0044] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of the toothed fork of the first toothed fork assembly shown;

[0045] Figure 13 yes Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the second conveying mechanism, the second toothed fork assembly, and the second lifting assembly of a temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function is shown.

[0046] Figure 14 yes Figure 2 The image shows a top view of a temporary storage device with a plate turning and conveying function.

[0047] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0048] 10. Temporary storage rack; 11. Main frame; 111. First limiting component; 1111. Main body; 1112. Fixing part; 1113. Guide part; 112. First support plate; 1121. First plastic plate; 113. First spiral hole; 12. First bearing frame; 121. Handle screw; 122. Second plastic plate;

[0049] 20. Automatic conveying device; 21. First conveying mechanism; 211. First fixed base; 212. First roller; 2121. First plastic wheel; 213. First motor; 22. First toothed fork assembly; 221. First actuation assembly; 2211. First cylinder; 2212. First displacement frame; 222. Second actuation assembly; 2221. Second cylinder; 2222. Second displacement frame; 223. Toothed fork; 2231. Air extraction chamber; 2 232. Air extraction port; 2233. First mounting hole; 2234. Silicone sheet; 2235. Air extraction hole; 23. First lifting assembly; 231. First fixing frame; 232. First guide rail; 233. First slider; 234. First lifting frame; 235. Second motor; 24. Second conveying mechanism; 241. Second fixing seat; 242. Conveyor belt; 243. Conveyor motor; 25. Second toothed fork assembly; 26. Second lifting assembly;

[0050] 30. Rack; 31. Protective door; 32. Control panel;

[0051] 40. Docking conveyor mechanism; 41. Docking frame; 42. Docking conveyor belt; 43. Docking drive motor; 44. Docking drive cylinder;

[0052] 100, sheet metal; Y1, first direction; Y2, second direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0053] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0054] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0055] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0056] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0057] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0058] Please also refer to Figures 1 to 14 The present application will now describe a temporary storage device with a plate turning and conveying function. The temporary storage device with a plate turning and conveying function includes: a temporary storage rack 10 and an automatic conveying device 20.

[0059] Please also refer to Figures 2 to 8 The temporary storage rack 10 includes a main frame 11 and a plurality of first support racks 12 mounted on the main frame 11 for supporting PCB boards. In this embodiment, the main frame 11 is equipped with a plurality of first limiting members 111, and the first support rack 12 is provided with a handle screw 121 for screwing into the main frame 11; when the first support rack 12 is inserted into the main frame 11, one end of the first support rack 12 abuts against the first limiting member 111.

[0060] Specifically, the main frame 11 is equipped with multiple first support plates 112, with two first support plates 112 forming a layer, and the two first support plates 112 in each layer are spaced apart horizontally. The main frame 11 is provided with first spiral holes 113 for screwing in the handle screws 121. The first spiral holes 113 are located on the front side of the main frame 11, and the first limiting members 111 are located on the rear side of the main frame 11. The first spiral holes 113 are located on the front side of each layer of first support plates 112, the first limiting members 111 are located on the rear side of each layer of first support plates 112, and the handle screws 121 are installed on the front side of the first support frames 12. That is to say, multiple first support frames 12 are installed behind the main frame 11, spaced vertically, forming multiple layers. Every two layers of first support frames 12 serve as storage space for plates 100, and the plates 100 are supported on the upper surface of the first support frames 12.

[0061] Please also refer to Figures 3 to 7 When assembling the first support frame 12, the rear side of the first support frame 12 is inserted into the first limiting member 111 via the first support plate 112, and the lower surface of the first support frame 12 abuts against the first support plate 112. Finally, the handle screw 121 is rotated so that the threaded part of the handle screw 121 is screwed into the first spiral hole 113, thus completing the assembly of the first support frame 12. It can be seen that, through the cooperation of the first limiting member 111, the first support frame 12 can be screwed and fastened to the main frame 11 by the handle screw 121. Typically, there are two handle screws 121 on the left and right sides of the first support frame 12, meaning that only two handle screws 121 need to be rotated to complete the assembly of the first support frame 12. Compared with the prior art, this method saves time and effort, improving the convenience of assembling the first support frame 12.

[0062] Please also refer to Figures 3 to 7 When assembling the first support frame 12, the first support frame 12 slides on the first support plate 112. Since both the first support frame 12 and the first support plate 112 are metal structures, metal shavings are easily scraped off when they slide in contact. If these shavings fall onto the plate 100, they will affect the cleanliness of the plate 100. In this embodiment, each first support plate 112 is equipped with a first plastic plate 1121 for the first support frame 12 to abut against. This structure allows the first support frame 12 to slide on the first plastic plate 1121, thereby preventing the scraping off of shavings and eliminating the possibility of shavings falling onto the plate 100, thus improving the overall cleanliness of the temporary storage rack 10.

[0063] Furthermore, the upper surface of the first support frame 12 is equipped with a plurality of second plastic plates 122 for supporting the plate 100, and the plurality of second plastic plates 122 are spaced apart. When supporting the plate 100, the plate 100 can be directly placed on the upper surface of the plurality of second plastic plates 122, thereby preventing the plate 100 from contacting the first support frame 12, preventing the first support frame 12 from scratching the plate 100, and improving the reliability of temporary storage. In the embodiment of this application, each second plastic plate 122 extends along the first direction Y1, and the plurality of second plastic plates 122 are spaced apart along the second direction Y2.

[0064] Please also refer to Figures 3 to 7 The first limiting member 111 includes a main body 1111, a fixing part 1112 disposed on the main body 1111 and used for fixed connection with the main frame 11, and guide parts 1113 disposed on the two free ends of the main body 1111. The main body 1111 is U-shaped and the opening of the main body 1111 faces forward. During the insertion of the first support frame 12, the guide action of the two guide parts 1113 makes the insertion of the first support frame 12 into the main body 1111 smoother and less prone to jamming or inaccurate installation.

[0065] Please also refer to Figure 2 as well as Figures 9 to 12 The automatic conveying device 20 includes a first conveying mechanism 21 for conveying a plate 100 along a second direction Y2, a first toothed fork assembly 22 for conveying a plate 100 along a first direction Y1, a second conveying mechanism 24 for conveying a plate 100 along a first direction Y1, and a second toothed fork assembly 25 for conveying a plate 100 along a first direction Y1. The second toothed fork assembly 25 picks up the plate 100 carried on the second conveying mechanism 24 and feeds it into a temporary storage rack 10 along the first direction Y1. The first toothed fork assembly 22 picks up the plate 100 from the temporary storage rack 10 and takes it out along the first direction Y1 and places it in the first conveying mechanism 21. Alternatively, the first toothed fork assembly 22 picks up the plate 100 from the first conveying mechanism 21 and feeds it into the temporary storage rack 10 along the first direction Y1. The second toothed fork assembly 25 picks up the plate 100 from the temporary storage rack 10 and takes it out along the first direction Y1 and places it in the second conveying mechanism 24.

[0066] Continuing from the above, the first toothed fork assembly 22 is installed on the first conveying mechanism 21, and the second toothed fork assembly 25 is installed on the second conveying mechanism 24.

[0067] Specifically, the first conveying mechanism 21 includes a first fixed base 211, a plurality of first rollers 212 mounted on the first fixed base 211, and a first motor 213 mounted on the first fixed base 211 and used to drive the plurality of first rollers 212 to rotate. Each first roller 212 is arranged at intervals along the second direction Y2 to drive the plate 100 to move along the second direction Y2. The first tooth fork assembly 22 is mounted below the first conveying mechanism 21. The first tooth fork assembly 22 includes a first actuation assembly 221, a second actuation assembly 222 mounted on the first actuation assembly 221, and a plurality of tooth forks 223 mounted on the second actuation assembly 222 and used to pick up the plate 100. Each tooth fork 223 is located between every two first rollers 212. The first actuation assembly 221 drives the plurality of tooth forks 223 to move up and down relative to the first rollers 212, and the second actuation assembly 222 drives the plurality of tooth forks 223 to move along the first direction Y1. A belt connects the first motor 213 to a plurality of first rollers 212, thereby simultaneously driving the rotation of the plurality of first rollers 212 via one first motor 213. Moreover, each first roller 212 is provided with a plurality of first plastic wheels 2121, which are arranged at intervals along the first direction Y1 on the first roller 212, so that the plate 100 can be supported on the plurality of first plastic wheels 2121, which can prevent the first rollers 212 from scratching the plate 100 and further improve the anti-abrasion capability of the plate 100.

[0068] Please also refer to Figure 11 as well as Figure 12 The toothed fork 223 extends along the first direction Y1 and has a hollow suction chamber 2231. Multiple suction ports 2232 are spaced apart on the upper surface of the toothed fork 223, each of which communicates with the suction chamber 2231. Specifically, one side of the toothed fork 223 has a first mounting hole 2233 for installing a duct connector, which communicates with the suction chamber 2231. Multiple silicone sheets 2234 are mounted on the upper surface of the toothed fork 223, each covering each suction port 2232. Each silicone sheet 2234 has multiple suction holes 2235 penetrating its upper and lower surfaces and communicating with the suction port 2232.

[0069] Continuing from the above, a clearance position is formed between each pair of second plastic plates 122. The thickness of the second plastic plate 122 in the vertical direction is greater than the thickness of the tooth fork 223 in the vertical direction. Each tooth fork 223 can enter the clearance position, thereby supporting the plate 100 on multiple second plastic plates 122 and exiting the temporary storage rack 10.

[0070] Please also refer to Figure 10 as well as Figure 11The first execution component 221 includes a first cylinder 2211 fixedly mounted on a first fixed base 211 and a first displacement frame 2212 fixedly mounted on a telescopic rod of the first cylinder 2211. The telescopic rod of the first cylinder 2211 extends and retracts vertically so that the first displacement frame 2212 moves vertically along with the telescopic rod of the first cylinder 2211. The second execution component 222 is installed on the first displacement frame 2212. The second execution component 222 includes a second cylinder 2221 installed on the first displacement frame 2212 and a second displacement frame 2222 installed on the second cylinder 2221. A plurality of toothed forks 223 are fixedly installed on the second displacement frame 2222. The telescopic rod of the second cylinder 2221 is fixedly installed on the first displacement frame 2212, and the telescopic rod of the second cylinder 2221 extends along the first direction Y1. The cylinder body of the second cylinder 2221 moves on its telescopic rod, and the second displacement frame 2222 is fixedly installed on the cylinder body of the second cylinder 2221, thereby realizing the transport of the plate 100 along the first direction Y1.

[0071] It should be noted that the second toothed fork assembly 25 has the same structure and function as the first toothed fork assembly 22, and will not be described in detail here.

[0072] Please also refer to Figure 13 The second conveying mechanism 24 includes a second fixed base 241, multiple conveyor belts 242 rotatably mounted on the second fixed base 241, and a conveying motor 243 for driving the multiple conveyor belts 242 to rotate. The multiple conveyor belts 242 are arranged at intervals along the second direction Y2 so that the toothed fork 223 can extend and retract relative to the multiple conveyor belts 242 to avoid them, thereby enabling the toothed fork 223 to place the plate 100 on the conveyor belt 242 or to extract the plate 100 carried on the conveyor belt 242.

[0073] Please also refer to Figure 9 、 Figure 10 as well as Figure 13It also includes a first lifting assembly 23 and a second lifting assembly 26. A first conveying mechanism 21 is mounted on the first lifting assembly 23 to drive the first conveying mechanism 21 to move up and down, and a second conveying mechanism 24 is mounted on the second lifting assembly 26 to drive the second conveying mechanism 24 to move up and down. In this embodiment, the first lifting assembly 23 and the second lifting assembly 26 have the same structure. Both the first lifting assembly 23 and the second lifting assembly 26 include a first fixed frame 231, a first guide rail 232 mounted on the first fixed frame 231, a first slider 233 movably mounted on the first guide rail 232, a first lifting frame 234 fixedly mounted on the first slider 233, and a second motor 235 mounted on the first fixed frame 231 and used to drive the first lifting frame 234 to move up and down. A first fixed base 211 is fixedly mounted on the first lifting assembly 231. The first lifting frame 234 of component 23 and the second fixed seat 241 are fixedly mounted on the first lifting frame 234 of the second lifting component 23; that is, the first conveying mechanism 21 is mounted on the first fixed frame 231 of the first lifting component 23, thereby driving the first conveying mechanism 21 and the first toothed fork assembly 22 to move up and down via the first lifting component 23; the second conveying mechanism 24 is mounted on the first fixed frame 231 of the second lifting component 26, thereby driving the second conveying mechanism 24 and the second toothed fork assembly 25 to move up and down via the second lifting component 26.

[0074] Please also refer to Figure 1 as well as Figure 2 The system also includes a frame 30, which is equipped with a protective door 31 and a control panel 32. The temporary storage rack 10, automatic conveying device 20, first lifting assembly 23, and second lifting assembly 26 are all installed within the frame 30. The control panel 32 is connected to a control system for controlling the operation of the temporary storage rack 10, automatic conveying device 20, first lifting assembly 23, and second lifting assembly 26. In this embodiment, the first conveying mechanism 21, the temporary storage rack 10, and the second conveying mechanism 24 are arranged at intervals along a first direction Y1; it can also be understood that the first conveying mechanism 21 is located on the left side of the temporary storage rack 10, and the second conveying mechanism 24 is located on the right side of the temporary storage rack 10.

[0075] Please also refer to Figure 1 、 Figure 2 as well as Figure 14It also includes a docking conveyor mechanism 40 mounted on the frame 30. The docking conveyor mechanism 40 includes a docking frame 41, multiple docking conveyor belts 42, a docking drive motor 43, and a docking drive cylinder 44. Specifically, one end of the docking frame 41 is rotatably mounted on the frame 30. The docking drive cylinder 44 is mounted on the frame 30. The telescopic rod of the docking drive cylinder 44 is connected to the docking frame 41 to drive the docking frame 41 to swing up and down. Multiple docking conveyor belts 42 are mounted on the docking frame 41. Each docking conveyor belt 42 rotates along the second direction Y2 to be conveyed by the transmission plate 100. The multiple docking conveyor belts 42 are arranged at intervals along the first direction Y1. The docking drive motor 43 is mounted on the docking frame 41. The rotating shaft of the docking drive motor 43 is connected to the multiple docking conveyor belts 42. In other words, the multiple docking conveyor belts 42 transport the plates 100 in the same direction as the first conveyor mechanism 21. The docking conveyor mechanism 40 delivers the plates from the first conveyor mechanism 21 to the conveyor line of the process, or vice versa. The docking frame swings up and down via a docking drive cylinder to facilitate connection with conveyor lines at different heights.

[0076] Next, a temporary storage method for a temporary storage device provided in this application will be described. The temporary storage method for a temporary storage device includes the following steps:

[0077] Step 1: The second conveying mechanism 24 conveys the plate 100 to move along the first direction Y1, so that the plate 100 enters the position of the second toothed fork assembly 25;

[0078] Step 2: The second toothed fork assembly 25 starts working, the first cylinder 2211 extends upward to drive multiple toothed forks 223 to move upward, and the multiple toothed forks 223 pick up the plate 100 and disengage it from the second conveying mechanism 24; at the same time, the second lifting assembly 26 drives the second conveying mechanism 24 to move up and down to switch to the side of the storage space at different heights of the temporary storage rack 10.

[0079] Step 3: The second toothed fork assembly 25 starts working, the second cylinder 2221 extends and retracts to move multiple toothed forks 223 along the first direction Y1, and the multiple toothed forks 223 enter the storage space; the first cylinder 2211 retracts downward a certain distance so that the plate 100 is supported on the temporary storage rack 10, and the second cylinder 2221 extends and retracts to make the multiple toothed forks 223 exit the temporary storage rack 10 along the first direction Y1;

[0080] Step 4: The first lifting component 23 starts working, and the first lifting component 23 drives the first conveying mechanism 21 to move up and down, so that the first conveying mechanism 21 switches to the side of the storage space at different heights of the temporary storage rack 10.

[0081] Step 5: The first toothed fork assembly starts working, and the second cylinder 2221 extends and retracts to allow multiple toothed forks 223 to enter the storage space, with the multiple toothed forks 223 located below the plate 100; then the first cylinder 2211 extends upward a certain distance, allowing the multiple toothed forks 223 to lift the plate 100 and detach it from the temporary storage rack 10; the first cylinder 2211 retracts downward a certain distance, allowing the plate 100 to be supported by the first conveying mechanism 21, and the first conveying mechanism 21 conveys the plate 100 to move along the second direction Y2.

[0082] It should be noted that steps 1-3 and steps 4-5 can be performed simultaneously, that is, the work of storing board 100 and taking out board 100 can be carried out at the same time.

[0083] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention, and only specifically describe the technical principles of the present invention. These descriptions are only for explaining the principles of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention in any way. Based on this explanation, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention, as well as other specific embodiments of the present invention that can be conceived by those skilled in the art without creative effort, should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function, characterized in that: include: A temporary storage rack (10), the temporary storage rack (10) being provided with multiple layers of storage space for storing the panels (100); An automatic conveying device (20), comprising a first conveying mechanism (21) for conveying a plate member (100) along a second direction (Y2), a first tooth fork assembly (22) for conveying a plate member (100) along a first direction (Y1), a second conveying mechanism (24) for conveying a plate member (100) along the first direction (Y1), and a second tooth fork assembly (25) for conveying a plate member (100) along the first direction (Y1); The second fork assembly (25) extracts the plate (100) carried by the second conveying mechanism (24) and delivers it to the temporary storage rack (10) along the first direction (Y1), and the first fork assembly (22) extracts the plate (100) from the temporary storage rack (10) and takes it out along the first direction (Y1) and places it on the first conveying mechanism (21); or, The first tooth fork assembly (22) extracts the plate (100) from the first conveying mechanism (21) and delivers it to the temporary storage rack (10) along the first direction (Y1), and the second tooth fork assembly (25) extracts the plate (100) from the temporary storage rack (10) and takes it out along the first direction (Y1) and places it on the second conveying mechanism (24); The first tooth fork assembly (22) and the second tooth fork assembly (25) both comprise a first actuator assembly (221), a second actuator assembly (222) mounted on the first actuator assembly (221), and a plurality of tooth forks (223) mounted on the second actuator assembly (222) and used to extract the plate (100); each tooth fork (223) is located between each two first rollers (212); the first actuator assembly (221) drives the plurality of tooth forks (223) to move up and down relative to the first rollers (212); and the second actuator assembly (222) drives the plurality of tooth forks (223) to move along a first direction (Y1); The first actuator assembly (221) comprises a first cylinder (2211) fixedly mounted on the first fixing seat (211) and a first displacement frame (2212) of a telescopic rod fixedly mounted on the first cylinder (2211); The second actuator assembly (222) comprises a second cylinder (2221) mounted on the first displacement frame (2212) and a second displacement frame (2222) mounted on the second cylinder (2221); a plurality of tooth forks (223) are fixedly mounted on the second displacement frame (2222); The first conveying mechanism (21) comprises a first fixed seat (211), a plurality of first rollers (212) mounted on the first fixed seat (211), and a first motor (213) mounted on the first fixed seat (211) and used for driving the plurality of first rollers (212) to rotate, wherein each first roller (212) is arranged at intervals along a second direction (Y2) to drive the plate member (100) to move along the second direction; The tooth fork (223) is provided with a hollow air extraction chamber (2231), and a plurality of air extraction ports (2232) are arranged at intervals on the upper surface of the tooth fork (223), and each air extraction port (2232) is in communication with the air extraction chamber (2231); A plurality of silicone sheets (2234) are installed on the upper surface of the tooth fork (223), each silicone sheet covers each air suction port (2232), and the silicone sheet (2234) is provided with a plurality of air suction holes (2235) that penetrate through the upper and lower surfaces thereof and are connected to the air suction ports (2232).

2. The temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The first tooth fork assembly (22) is mounted on the first conveying mechanism (21), and the second tooth fork assembly (25) is mounted on the second conveying mechanism (24).

3. The temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The temporary storage rack (10) comprises a main frame (11) and a plurality of first bearing racks (12) mounted on the main frame (11) and used to bear the plate members (100), wherein the plurality of first bearing racks (12) are arranged at a vertical interval; Each first bearing frame (12) is mounted with a second plastic plate (122) for bearing the plate member (100); the thickness of the second plastic plate (122) in the vertical direction is greater than the thickness of the tooth fork (223) in the vertical direction.

4. The temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function according to claim 2 is characterized in that: It also includes a first lifting assembly (23) and a second lifting assembly (26); the first conveying mechanism (21) is mounted on the first lifting assembly (23) to drive the first conveying mechanism (21) to move up and down; and the second conveying mechanism (24) is mounted on the second lifting assembly (26) to drive the second conveying mechanism (24) to move up and down.

5. The temporary storage device with plate turning and conveying function according to claim 4 is characterized in that: The invention also comprises a frame (30), the frame (30) being provided with a protective door (31) and a control panel (32), the temporary storage frame (10), the automatic conveying device (20), the first lifting assembly (23) and the second lifting assembly (26) being installed in the frame (30), and the control panel (32) being connected with a control system for controlling the operation of the temporary storage frame (10), the automatic conveying device (20), the first lifting assembly (23) and the second lifting assembly (26).

6. A temporary storage method for a temporary storage device, characterized in that: The invention comprises a temporary storage device and a temporary storage method having a plate turning and conveying function as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the temporary storage method comprises the following steps: Step 1: The second conveying mechanism (24) conveys the plate member (100) to move along the first direction (Y1), so that the plate member (100) enters the position where the second tooth fork assembly (25) is located; Step 2: The second tooth fork assembly starts working, the first cylinder (2211) extends upward to drive the plurality of tooth forks (223) to move upward, and the plurality of tooth forks (223) extract the plate (100) from the second conveying mechanism (24); at the same time, the second lifting assembly (26) drives the second conveying mechanism to move up and down to switch to the side where the storage space at different heights of the temporary storage rack is located; Step 3: The second tooth fork assembly starts working, the second cylinder (2221) is extended and retracted to cause the plurality of tooth forks (223) to move along the first direction (Y1), and the plurality of tooth forks (223) enter the storage space; the first cylinder (2211) is retracted downward by a certain distance to cause the plate (100) to be carried on the temporary storage rack (10), and the second cylinder (2221) is extended and retracted to cause the plurality of tooth forks (223) to exit the temporary storage rack (10) along the first direction (Y1); Step 4: The first lifting component (23) starts to work, and the first lifting component (23) drives the first conveying mechanism (21) to move up and down, so that the first conveying mechanism (21) is switched to the side where the storage space of different heights of the temporary storage rack (10) is located; Step 5: The first tooth fork assembly starts working, the second cylinder (2221) is extended and retracted so that the plurality of tooth forks (223) enter the storage space, and the plurality of tooth forks (223) are located below the plate (100); then the first cylinder (2211) is extended upward by a certain distance, so that the plurality of tooth forks (223) extract the plate (100) and detach it from the temporary storage rack (10); the first cylinder (2211) is retracted downward by a certain distance so that the plate (100) is carried on the first conveying mechanism (21), and the first conveying mechanism (21) conveys the plate (100) to move along the second direction (Y2).

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