Brush plate platform and full-automatic brush plate cleaning device
By designing a brushing platform and a fully automated brushing cleaning equipment, the problem of dirt control in camera module production was solved, achieving an efficient and automated cleaning process, reducing defect rates and manpower losses, and protecting the cleanroom environment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HUBEI SUNWIN TECH GRP
- Filing Date
- 2022-11-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the control of dirt and contaminants in the camera module production process is a prominent problem, especially the high rate of defects due to dirt after CSP chip mounting. Semi-automatic board brushing machines have sealing problems, which affect the cleanroom environment and increase manpower losses, and cannot be applied to fully automatic equipment.
Design a brush plate carrier and a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device, including a carrier plate support platform, a drive assembly, a brush wheel cleaning mechanism, a water collection tank and a material unloading and rotating module. The carrier plate is held by an openable upper and lower platform, combined with a water-blocking structure and a bellows cover. The carrier plate is moved by the drive assembly and the brush wheel cleaning mechanism performs multi-directional cleaning.
It improves the level of automation, reduces the rate of dirt and defects, enhances stability and production efficiency, reduces human intervention, and protects the cleanroom environment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of camera module technology, specifically to a brushing platform and a fully automatic brushing and cleaning device. Background Technology
[0002] In the production process of camera modules, the biggest problem is the control of dirt and grime, also known as particle management.
[0003] In particular, after CSP chips are mounted using the SMT process, surface contamination and defects account for up to 80% of the defects. The conventional practice is to clean them with ultrasonic and plasma methods, then transport them to a semi-automatic PCB brushing machine for manual feeding and brushing. After that, the chips are temporarily stored in a material storage tank by hand, and then further spun cleaned. Due to some personnel oversights and untimely placement of materials in the storage tank, adverse effects occur. In addition, the semi-automatic PCB brushing equipment cannot seal the water mist during the brushing process, which seriously affects the Class 100 cleanroom environment, causing huge losses and manpower losses for the company. It also leads to a lack of confidence among customers, and in severe cases, even customer loss.
[0004] In addition, the existing semi-automatic plate brushing machines have limited functions and are impractical due to their carrier plate displacement structure, making them unsuitable for use in fully automatic plate brushing equipment. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a brushing platform and a fully automatic brushing and cleaning device, which can at least solve some of the defects in the prior art.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a brush plate carrier, comprising a carrier plate bearing platform and a driving component for displacing the carrier plate bearing platform, wherein the carrier plate bearing platform includes an openable upper platform and a lower platform, and the space between the upper platform and the lower platform is a clamping area for clamping the carrier plate, the upper platform has a cutout for exposing the product on the carrier plate, and the lower platform has a protrusion for lifting the product on the carrier plate.
[0007] Furthermore, the carrier plate bearing platform is installed on the water-retaining structure.
[0008] Furthermore, the water-blocking structure includes a water-blocking plate disposed below the carrier plate bearing platform, the water-blocking plate being disposed in the direction of driving the carrier plate bearing platform.
[0009] Furthermore, the water-blocking structure also includes retractable bellows covers, which are located on both sides of the carrier plate bearing platform.
[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a swing mechanism for driving the carrier plate bearing platform to swing in the X-axis direction.
[0011] Furthermore, the swing mechanism includes an eccentric wheel and a motor. The eccentric wheel is connected to the output shaft of the motor, and the eccentric wheel provides a force for repeated vibration to the carrier plate bearing platform.
[0012] This invention provides another technical solution: a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device, including a brush wheel cleaning mechanism and the aforementioned brush plate platform, wherein the brush plate platform is located below the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, and the brush wheel cleaning mechanism brushes and washes the products on the platform.
[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a water collection tank located below the brush plate platform, and the water collection tank is used to collect the wastewater and cleaning agent left behind after the brush cleaning mechanism cleans the products on the platform.
[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a material feeding rotary module, which is located at the discharge end of the brush plate carrier.
[0015] Furthermore, it also includes a feeding and pushing device, which pushes the carrier plate in the material box onto the carrier plate bearing platform of the brush plate carrier.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: using protrusions to lift the product on the carrier plate slightly, making it easier for the brush wheel cleaning mechanism above the brush plate platform to brush the product; using a drive component to move the carrier plate carrying platform to reach the working range of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, and after passing the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, continuing to move the carrier plate carrying platform forward to the unloading rotating module, thereby improving the degree of automation. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2a A schematic diagram (showing five material boxes) of an automatic material replenishment module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2b A schematic diagram (showing three material boxes) of an automatic material replenishment module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 2c for Figure 2b A magnified view of a portion of the image;
[0021] Figure 3a A schematic diagram of the feeding mechanism and empty material storage box of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0022] Figure 3bA schematic diagram of the material box retrieving device of the feeding mechanism of a fully automatic brush cleaning equipment provided in an embodiment of the present invention (showing the material box);
[0023] Figure 3c This is a schematic diagram of the feeding and pushing device of the feeding mechanism of a fully automatic brush cleaning equipment provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0024] Figure 3d A schematic diagram of the material box unloading device of the feeding mechanism of a fully automatic brush cleaning equipment provided in an embodiment of the present invention (material box not shown);
[0025] Figure 3e for Figure 3d A magnified view of a portion of the image;
[0026] Figure 4a This is a partial structural diagram of a brush plate carrier for a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 4b This is a first-view schematic diagram of the carrier platform of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0028] Figure 4c This is a second-view schematic diagram of the carrier platform of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0029] Figure 4d A schematic diagram of the loading platform of the brush plate carrier of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 4e A schematic diagram of the upper platform of the brush plate carrier platform of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0031] Figure 4f for Figure 4a A magnified view of a portion of the image (from another perspective);
[0032] Figure 4g for Figure 4a A magnified view of a portion of the image (from another perspective);
[0033] Figure 5a A schematic diagram of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 5b This is a schematic diagram of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention after the cover plate has been removed;
[0035] Figure 5c for Figure 5b A magnified view of a portion of the image;
[0036] Figure 5d A schematic diagram of the water jet removal component and the air knife removal component of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0037] Figure 6a A schematic diagram of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention, comprising a brush plate carrier, a brush wheel cleaning mechanism, a cleaning agent supply mechanism, a water collection tank, a material feeding rotating module, and a material storage water tank;
[0038] Figure 6b for Figure 6a A schematic diagram from another perspective;
[0039] Figure 6c for Figure 6a A schematic diagram from another perspective;
[0040] Figure 6d for Figure 6a A schematic diagram from another perspective;
[0041] Figure 7a A schematic diagram of a cleaning agent supply mechanism for a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0042] Figure 7b for Figure 7a A diagram showing the box after the lid has been removed;
[0043] Figure 8a A schematic diagram from a first perspective of the unloading rotating module of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention (carrier plate rotated 90°);
[0044] Figure 8b This is a schematic diagram from a second perspective of the unloading rotating module of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention (carrier plate rotated 90°).
[0045] Figure 8c This is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of the unloading rotating module of a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention (carrier plate not flipped);
[0046] Figure 9a This is a first-view schematic diagram of the unloading robot module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0047] Figure 9b This is a second-view schematic diagram of the unloading robot module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0048] Figure 9cThis is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of the unloading robot module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0049] Figure 9d This is a partially enlarged schematic diagram from another perspective of the unloading robot module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0050] Figure 9e This is a schematic diagram of the loading robot module of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention during the gripping process (only a portion of the loading robot is gripped).
[0051] Figure 9f for Figure 9e A magnified view of a portion of the image;
[0052] Figure 10a A schematic diagram of a material storage water tank for a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0053] Figure 10b This is a schematic diagram of the material storage water tank of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention after the outer shell has been removed;
[0054] Figure 10c This is a schematic diagram of the material storage water tank of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention, after removing the shell and water tank;
[0055] Figure 10d This is a partial schematic diagram of the material storage tank of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention after removing one material box;
[0056] Figure 10e A schematic diagram of the bottom of the material storage water tank of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0057] Figure 10f A schematic diagram of the air inlet connector and sealing structure of the material storage water tank of a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0058] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of an empty material box storage bin for a fully automatic brush cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation
[0059] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0060] Please see Figure 1 This invention provides a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device, including a feeding mechanism, a brush plate carrier, a cleaning device, a discharging mechanism, and a material storage tank. The feeding mechanism delivers a carrier plate with a product attached to it to the brush plate carrier. The brush plate carrier clamps the carrier plate and carries it through the cleaning device for processing. After processing, the carrier plate is delivered to the discharging mechanism. The discharging mechanism removes the processed carrier plate from the brush plate carrier and places it into the material storage tank. The material storage tank temporarily soaks and stores the carrier plate. In this embodiment, by placing the cleaning device and the material storage tank on an automated production line, personnel loss and untimely placement of materials in the storage tank are reduced. Furthermore, it solves the defects of semi-automatic cleaning equipment that requires manual loading and unloading. Automated production also significantly improves production efficiency and stability compared to traditional semi-automatic production. Specifically, the carrier plates to be cleaned are labeled with products. The feeding mechanism transports the carrier plates one by one to the brushing table. The brushing table closes and closes to clamp the carrier plates and carries them in the flow direction of the automated production line. During transport, the carrier plates are cleaned by a cleaning device. After the cleaning process, the carrier plates are sent to the unloading area. In the unloading area, the brushing table opens and closes, and the unloading mechanism removes the carrier plates from the brushing table. Then, the unloading mechanism sends the carrier plates to a material storage tank for temporary storage. Preferably, the brushing table can drive the carrier plates to swing. The direction of swing can be perpendicular to the direction of transport of the brushing table. For example, if the direction of transport of the brushing table is the X-axis, then the direction of swing can be the Y-axis. This allows for multi-directional cleaning when the carrier plates pass through the cleaning device, further improving the cleaning effect.
[0061] Example 1:
[0062] Please see Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2cThis invention provides an automatic replenishment module, including a housing 101 for housing a material box 100 and a drive unit for moving the position of the material box 100 within the housing 101. The housing 101 has a material picking position 102 and several placement positions 103 for housing the material box 100. The material picking position 102 and each of the placement positions 103 are arranged sequentially, with the material picking position 102 adjacent to one of the placement positions 103. The direction from the placement position 103 to the material picking position 102 is consistent with the driving direction of the drive unit. The drive unit is used to move the material box 100 from one of the placement positions 103 to the material picking position 102. In this embodiment, by setting the material picking position 102 and multiple placement positions 103 in sequence, and through the cooperation of the drive unit, a replenishment mechanism can be realized whereby a material box 100 is replenished as soon as it is picked up, greatly improving operating efficiency and laying the foundation for fully automated operation of the entire machine. The housing 101 is used to store the material boxes 100. The housing 101 is filled with clean water or other solvents to maintain the initial cleanliness of the carrier plates in the material boxes 100. For example, it can remove some floating dust and easily soluble dirt. At this stage, it has not yet undergone cleaning by a cleaning device; it is only a preliminary cleaning. The housing 101 has multiple placement positions 103, such as the five placement positions 103 shown in this embodiment. Five material boxes 100 can be placed simultaneously, and each material box 100 can hold many carrier plates. Therefore, there are many carrier plates available for transfer to the next process, allowing for automated operation for a long time (i.e., the time for automated cleaning of products on the carrier plates can be quite long). After the equipment starts, the feeding mechanism removes the prepared material boxes 100 from the picking position 102. At this time, the picking position 102 is empty. Then, the drive unit moves the material boxes 100 from other placement positions 103 to the picking position 102 so that the feeding mechanism can remove the material boxes 100 again. This automatic replenishment module provides initial auxiliary preparation for fully automated cleaning and is the foundation for continuous operation of the equipment, greatly improving efficiency. Preferably, the drive unit delivers the material box 100 from the placement position 103 adjacent to the picking position 102 to the picking position 102, which saves time and can be achieved through a simple translational movement. Of course, it is also feasible to place material boxes 100 from other placement positions 103 onto the picking position 102, which can be achieved by using a robotic arm that can move in the Z-axis direction to achieve precise grasping.
[0063] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2cThe driving component includes a clamping assembly 104 for clamping the material box 100 and a moving assembly 105 for driving the material box 100 to move. In this embodiment, the clamping assembly 104 can be used to clamp the material box 100, and then the moving assembly 105 can be used to drive the material box 100 to move, so as to send the clamped material box 100 to the picking position 102.
[0064] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c There are two clamping components 104, respectively located at both ends of the housing 101, and the direction between the two clamping components 104 is consistent with the driving direction of the driving component. In this embodiment, two sets of clamping components 104 can be used to clamp multiple material boxes 100. When clamping and moving the material boxes 100, one material box 100 can be clamped, or all material boxes 100 can be clamped and then moved as a whole by one placement position 103. The second method is more efficient. When clamping as a whole, in order to avoid the material boxes 100 being too many to clamp or deforming, clamping components 104 can be provided at both ends.
[0065] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The clamping assembly 104 includes a cylinder and two clamping arms arranged opposite each other, with the space between the two clamping arms forming a clamping area for holding the material box 100. In this embodiment, the cylinder can be used to push the clamping arms closer to or further away to achieve the purpose of clamping or releasing the material box 100. Multiple clamping arms can be linked as needed. For example, in this embodiment, a first clamping arm 106 and a second clamping arm 107 are designed. The first clamping arm 106 drives the second clamping arm 107 to move. The first clamping arm 106 is slightly higher than the second clamping arm 107 to facilitate cylinder drive.
[0066] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The moving component 105 includes a servo motor, which can provide driving force through a motor, drive wheel, or belt, and then use a lead screw drive or other transmission method to displace the material box 100. Of course, electric push rods, cylinders, etc. can also be used to achieve the drive, and this embodiment does not limit this.
[0067] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2cThe housing 101 contains a material box rack 108, with a placement position 103 located on the material box rack 108 and a material retrieval position 102 located on one side of the material box rack 108. In this embodiment, the material box rack 108 can be used to place the material boxes 100, thus allowing the aforementioned material retrieval position 102 to be provided in the housing 101 by designing the dimensions of the material box rack 108. Furthermore, the purpose of providing this material box rack 108 is to facilitate the clamping mechanism in clamping the material box rack 108 as a whole, allowing multiple material boxes 100 to move more smoothly. Clamping the material box rack 108 also avoids damage to the material boxes 100 compared to directly clamping them. The material box rack 108 is located inside the housing 101 and has a certain length, so using two clamping mechanisms ensures that the material box rack 108 is clamped in place. The aforementioned second clamping arm 107 can clamp the material box rack 108.
[0068] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The material box rack 108 includes side frames 109 and a base frame 110. The side frames 109 and the base frame 110 form a frame structure, and the placement position 103 is located on the base frame 110. In this embodiment, the top of the box body 101 is open, and the material box rack 108 is also made open to facilitate the placement of the material box 100. Preferably, there are multiple side frames 109, and the base frame 110 and two oppositely arranged side frames 109 form a placement position 103. In this way, the number of side frames 109 can be selected according to the number of material boxes 100. During clamping, the two oppositely arranged clamping arms come together and squeeze the two oppositely arranged side frames 109. The two side frames 109 can cooperate to clamp the material box 100 inside. At this time, the moving component 105 drives the clamping arms to move, which can move the side frames 109. The base frame 110 does not need to move.
[0069] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The side frame 109 includes a vertical plate 111 and baffles 112 disposed on two vertical side edges of the vertical plate 111. The two baffles 112 open outward from the vertical plate 111 to form an flared opening. In this embodiment, the flared structure facilitates the placement of the material box 100 into the placement position 103. During placement, the two baffles 112 can provide a certain guiding function, and the design of the baffles 112 being perpendicular to the vertical plate 111, or having a narrow opening, makes it easier for the material box 100 to be placed into the material box rack 108.
[0070] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2cA notch 113 is provided on the side of the material-receiving position 102 away from the placement position 103, and the notch 113 is located in the housing 101. In this embodiment, this notch 113 allows the feeding mechanism to easily reach into the housing 101 and grasp the material box 100. The material box 100 is generally cubic in shape and has a certain thickness, making it easier for the feeding mechanism to reach into the housing 101 and grasp the material box 100. The material box 100 has several grooves inside, and both ends of the material box 100 are open, making it convenient for the carrier plate to be inserted into the grooves from the openings.
[0071] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The system also includes a circulation structure for water circulation within the tank 101. Preferably, the circulation structure includes a water trough 114 disposed on the side of the tank 101. The water trough 114 serves as a baffle 112 on the side of the tank 101, and the wall of the water trough 114 on the side closer to the inside of the tank 101 is lower than the opposite wall. In this embodiment, water in the tank 101 can flow into the water trough 114 from the lower wall. After entering the water trough 114, the water is discharged from the drain hole at the bottom of the water trough 114, while water is continuously replenished to the tank, thus ensuring that the water in the tank is always circulating.
[0072] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 2a , Figure 2b as well as Figure 2c The housing 101 is equipped with a sensor 115 for sensing the material box 100. In this embodiment, the sensor 115 can sense whether the material box 100 in the housing 101 has reached the material picking position 102, thus preventing the material picking device of the material box 100 from running empty.
[0073] Example 2:
[0074] Please see Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3eThis invention provides a feeding mechanism, including a hopper picking device 200 and a feeding and pushing device 201 for pushing a carrier plate picked up by the hopper picking device 200 onto the brush plate platform. The hopper picking device 200 includes a robotic arm for picking up the hopper and a drive unit for moving the robotic arm in the X-axis and Z-axis directions. The pushing direction of the feeding and pushing device 201 is the Y-axis direction. In this embodiment, the movement in both the X-axis and Z-axis directions allows for precise and rapid removal of the hopper from the automatic replenishment module 211. Then, the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes the carrier plate from the hopper onto the brush plate platform. The combination of these two mechanisms improves the efficiency of fully automatic brush plate cleaning. Specifically, the robotic arm is fed into the automatic replenishment module 211 via the Z-axis. Driven by the X-axis, the robotic arm approaches the material box, grasps it, retracts along the X-axis, and then returns to its original position along the Z-axis, thus completing the removal of the material box from the automatic replenishment module 211. Next, the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes the carrier plate from the material box onto the brush plate platform, completing the loading process. The driving component can be a cylinder or other existing driving methods; this is not limited here. Preferably, empty material boxes are placed in the empty material box storage box 210.
[0075] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e The robotic arm includes an upper clamping plate 202, a lower clamping plate 203, and a cylinder for opening and closing the upper clamping plate 202 and the lower clamping plate 203. The area between the upper clamping plate 202 and the lower clamping plate 203 is a clamping zone for holding the material box. In this embodiment, the cylinder drives the upper clamping plate 202 and the lower clamping plate 203 to open and close to clamp the upper and lower surfaces of the material box in the automatic replenishment module 211. The notch in the box in Embodiment 1 allows the robotic arm to easily enter the box to retrieve materials, providing ample space for its movement.
[0076] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e A spring guide post 204 is installed on the upper clamping plate 202 or the lower clamping plate 203. In this embodiment, the spring guide post 204 can buffer the driving force of the cylinder, thereby controlling the clamping force. On the one hand, it ensures that the material box is clamped tightly, and on the other hand, it avoids the clamping force from suddenly increasing and damaging the material box.
[0077] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e Both the upper clamping plate 202 and the lower clamping plate 203 are provided with a stop 205 to hold the material box in place. The stop 205 expands outward from the clamping area to form a flared opening. In this embodiment, the stop 205 ensures that the material box will not fall out of the clamping area after it is clamped. In addition, the flared opening design facilitates clamping the material box and provides a relatively high degree of freedom.
[0078] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e The robotic arm also includes a pad 206 for pressing the material box against the stop 205. In this embodiment, the pad 206 is designed to ensure that the material box is clamped. The pad 206 can provide a certain force in the horizontal direction, which, together with the vertical force of the upper clamping plate 202 and the lower clamping plate 203, can form a stable clamping force.
[0079] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e The feeding and pushing device 201 includes a pushing rod 207 and a pushing member for driving the pushing rod 207 to move along the Y-axis. The pushing rod 207 is elongated, and its length is not less than the length of the carrier plate. In this embodiment, the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes the carrier plate out of the material box through the pushing rod 207. The pushing rod 207 is elongated, specifically sheet-like, and its thickness can be designed to be similar to that of the carrier plate. This allows it to push the carrier plate out of the material box without interfering with other carrier plates when it moves in the Y-axis direction. The structure of the material box described in Embodiment 1 has many grooves inside, in which carrier plates can be placed. Thus, the pushing rod 207 only needs to enter the grooves to push the carrier plate out of the grooves. Preferably, the feeding and pushing device 201 is mounted on one side of the material box picking device 200 by a bracket. The bracket has a certain height to cooperate with the material box picking device 200 in moving to the correct position on the Z-axis.
[0080] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3eThe pushing component includes an upper guide wheel 208, a lower guide wheel 209, and a servo motor for driving the upper guide wheel 208 and the lower guide wheel 209 to rotate. The upper guide wheel 208 and the lower guide wheel 209 are arranged opposite to each other, and the push rod 207 passes between the upper guide wheel 208 and the lower guide wheel 209. In this embodiment, the push rod 207 is pushed out by rotating the guide wheel driven by the motor. Compared with the conventional method of directly pushing the push rod 207 using linear drive, this method of pushing the push rod 207 by rotation can avoid the push rod 207 extending too far, which would affect the accuracy.
[0081] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c , Figure 3d and Figure 3e The feeding and pushing device 201 further includes a buffer structure for limiting excessive pushing of the push rod 207. Preferably, the buffer structure includes a buffer spring located at the tail end of the push rod 207. In this embodiment, by designing this buffer spring, the spring's rebound force can be used to retract a certain distance after the push rod 207 has been pushed to its limit, avoiding excessive pushing force that could cause deformation of the carrier plate with the product attached.
[0082] Example 3:
[0083] Please see Figure 4a This is a partial structural diagram of the brush plate carrier 314. The guide rail parallel to the Y-axis linear module 301 is omitted, which is to prevent one side from collapsing due to excessive weight.
[0084] Please see Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g This invention provides a carrier plate support platform 300, including an openable upper platform 302 and a lower platform 303. The upper platform 302 and the lower platform 303 form a clamping area for holding the carrier plate. The upper platform 302 has a cutout for exposing the product on the carrier plate, and the lower platform 303 has a protrusion 305 for lifting the product on the carrier plate. In this embodiment, a feeding and pushing device pushes the carrier plate from the material box into the clamping area, and then the upper platform 302 and the lower platform 303 cooperate to clamp the carrier plate tightly. Since the product on the carrier plate is being cleaned, the protrusion 305 is used to lift the product slightly, making it easier for the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 above the brush plate platform 314 to brush the product.
[0085] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The upper platform 302 has a cover plate 306 at the hollowed-out position. The cover plate 306 has several windows for the product on the platform to be exposed. In this embodiment, to avoid the brush roller brushing in other places and wasting its work, the cover plate 306 can be designed with a shape with multiple windows to match the position of the product on the platform.
[0086] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g It also includes a lifting rod 307 for lifting the upper platform 302 and a cylinder for driving the lifting rod 307 to extend and retract. The lifting rod 307 passes through the lower platform 303 and extends to the upper platform 302, and the cylinder is located below the lower platform 303. In this embodiment, the movement of the upper platform 302 is driven by the cooperation of the lifting rod 307 and the cylinder. Before the carrier plate enters the clamping area, the lifting rod 307 lifts up, opening the clamping area between the upper platform 302 and the lower platform 303 to facilitate the entry of the carrier plate. When clamping is required, the lifting rod 307 retracts, pressing the upper platform 302 onto the lower platform 303, thereby completing the clamping of the carrier plate. At this time, the carrier plate carrying platform 300 can stably carry the carrier plate into the subsequent processes.
[0087] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The unit has multiple actuating rods 307, and adjacent actuating rods 307 are connected by connecting arms. The cylinder drives the connecting arms to move. In this embodiment, using connecting arms can reduce the number of cylinders, saving space and cost.
[0088] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4gThe download platform 303 is equipped with a leveling structure for adjusting the clamping force of the loading platform 302. In this embodiment, to prevent the loading platform 302 from being pressed too tightly, the leveling structure can be used to adjust the vertical position of the loading platform 302. This leveling structure can also adjust whether the loading platform 302 is horizontal.
[0089] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The leveling structure includes multiple leveling rods 308 that penetrate the download platform 303, and each leveling rod 308 is threadedly connected to the download platform 303. In this embodiment, the leveling can be achieved by using a threaded connection to drive the leveling rods 308 out of the download platform 303 to press against the upper loading platform 302, thereby adjusting the position of the upper loading platform 302.
[0090] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The download platform 303 is equipped with a guide structure. Preferably, the guide structure includes a guide rod 309 and a bushing 310, with the bushing 310 mounted on the download platform 303 and the guide rod 309 vertically penetrating the download platform 303. This designed guide structure ensures that the aforementioned jacking rod 307 moves vertically up and down.
[0091] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The download platform 303 is provided with a drainage ditch 311. Preferably, the download platform 303 also has drainage ditches 311 on both sides. In this embodiment, the drainage ditches 311 are designed to quickly drain the wastewater during cleaning.
[0092] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4gThe upper loading platform 302 has a retaining plate 312 on its edge facing the lower loading platform 303, and the lower loading platform 303 has a slot for the retaining plate 312 to be engaged. In this embodiment, the structure of the retaining plate 312 and the slot engaging at the edge can serve as a water-blocking mechanism. The slot can be the aforementioned drainage ditch 311, achieving two purposes at once. Preferably, the feeding end of the retaining plate 312 is inclined inward toward the upper loading platform 302, which can serve as a guide, so that even if the loading plate is not in a good position when it enters, it can be guided by the inclined surface 3120.
[0093] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The tail end of the download board is provided with a limit limiting structure 313. In this embodiment, this limit limiting structure 313 can ensure that the carrier board is inserted into the clamping area in place, and at the same time can block the carrier board to prevent it from being pushed out of the clamping area.
[0094] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The inlet end of the download platform 303 has an inclined surface, which is inclined upwards along the direction from the inlet end to the outlet end of the download platform 303. By providing this inclined surface 3030, damage to the carrier plate can be avoided, as the inclined surface can act as a guide and buffer. Preferably, the outlet end of the download platform 303 also has an inclined surface 3031, which serves the same purpose.
[0095] Please see Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4gThis invention provides a brush plate carrier 314, including the aforementioned carrier plate support platform 300 and a driving component for displacing the carrier plate support platform 300. The carrier plate support platform 300 includes an openable upper platform 302 and a lower platform 303, with a clamping area for holding the carrier plate between the upper platform 302 and the lower platform 303. The upper platform 302 has a cutout for exposing the product on the carrier plate, and the lower platform 303 has a protrusion 305 for lifting the product on the carrier plate. In this embodiment, the driving component moves the carrier plate support platform 300 to reach the working range of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318. After passing the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318, the carrier plate support platform 300 continues to move forward to the unloading rotary module 319. The driving component here is the aforementioned Y-axis linear module 301. The Y-axis linear module 301 of this brush plate carrier 314 is very long, extending from the loading to the unloading. Specifically, it extends from the feeding and pushing device to the unloading rotating module 319, and passes through a brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 in between. It is the longest displacement in the entire device.
[0096] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The carrier plate bearing platform 300 is mounted on the water-blocking structure. In this embodiment, mounting the carrier plate bearing platform 300 on the water-blocking structure can keep out sewage and cleaning agents during cleaning, thus preventing damage to some drive components.
[0097] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The water-blocking structure includes a water-blocking plate 315 disposed below the carrier platform 300, and the water-blocking plate 315 is positioned in the driving direction of the carrier platform 300. In this embodiment, water-blocking plates 315 are provided at the front and rear of the carrier platform 300 to block sewage and cleaning agents.
[0098] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4gThe water-blocking structure also includes retractable bellows covers 316, which are located on both sides of the carrier platform 300. In this embodiment, "both sides" refers to positions parallel to the driving direction of the carrier platform 300. When combined with the front and rear water-blocking plates 315, these covers block sewage and cleaning agents from the left and right, preventing damage to the Y-axis linear module 301 and the guide rail on the opposite side. The bellows covers 316 are retractable, allowing for complete blocking of sewage and cleaning agents.
[0099] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g It also includes a swing mechanism 317 for driving the carrier platform 300 to swing in the X-axis direction. In this embodiment, the Y-axis linear module 301 moves the carrier platform 300 in the Y-axis direction, so that the brush wheel, in conjunction with the rotation of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318, can clean the product on the carrier. However, this cleaning is not the cleanest state. By using the swing mechanism 317 to move the carrier platform 300 in the X-axis direction, cleaning can be achieved in both the X and Y axes, similar to the concept of "rubbing," which can further improve the cleanliness. The swing frequency can be controlled by setting the output frequency of the swing mechanism 317; a higher frequency swing can achieve a better "rubbing" effect.
[0100] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f as well as Figure 4g The swing mechanism 317 includes an eccentric wheel and a motor. The eccentric wheel is connected to the output shaft of the motor, and the eccentric wheel provides a force for repeated vibration to the carrier platform 300. In this embodiment, the swing can be achieved by using the eccentric wheel and the motor in conjunction to create vibration, i.e., to achieve a back-and-forth swinging effect. The eccentric wheel then outputs the swinging force to the download platform 303 of the carrier platform 300, which in turn causes the entire carrier platform 300 to swing. Of course, other existing swinging methods are also feasible, and this embodiment does not limit them.
[0101] Please see Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f , Figure 4g In embodiment 6a, the present invention provides a fully automatic brush plate cleaning device, including a brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 and the aforementioned brush plate platform 314. The brush plate platform 314 is located below the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318, and the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 brushes and washes the products on the platform on the brush plate platform 314. In this embodiment, the positional relationship between the brush plate platform 314 and the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 is shown. Due to the action of the protrusion 305, the products can be lifted slightly, making it easier for the brush wheels of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 to act on the products.
[0102] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f , Figure 4g In addition to 6a, a water collection tank is also included, located below the brush plate carrier 314, and the water collection tank is used to collect the wastewater and cleaning agent left after the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318 cleans the product on the carrier. This embodiment illustrates the positional relationship between the brush plate carrier 314 and the water collection tank. Thus, along the vertical space, the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 318, the brush plate carrier 314, and the water collection tank are arranged sequentially.
[0103] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f , Figure 4g In addition to 6a, it also includes a material unloading rotary module 319, which is located at the discharge end of the brush plate carrier 314. In this embodiment, when the carrier plate is transported by the brush plate carrier 314 to the material unloading rotary module 319, the endpoint is reached. After the material unloading rotary module 319 removes the carrier plate, the brush plate carrier 314 will return to the starting point with the empty carrier plate carrying platform 300 to catch another carrier plate to be cleaned. Of course, a cyclic path can also be designed, that is, multiple carrier plate carrying platforms 300 are set on the brush plate carrier 314, and multiple carrier plate carrying platforms 300 continuously transport materials on a cyclic line, which can save waiting time and further improve work efficiency. The cyclic path can be a horizontal loop or a loop utilizing vertical space, both of which are feasible.
[0104] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3c , Figure 4a , Figure 4b , Figure 4c , Figure 4d , Figure 4e , Figure 4f , Figure 4g In addition to 6a, it also includes a feeding and pushing device, which pushes the carrier plate in the material box onto the carrier plate bearing platform 300 of the brush plate carrier 314. In this embodiment, on the feeding side, the feeding and pushing device pushes the carrier plate in the material box onto the carrier plate bearing platform 300, and then it is carried away by the Y-axis linear module 301.
[0105] Example 4:
[0106] Please see Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d This invention provides a cleaning device including a brush wheel cleaning mechanism 400. The brush wheel cleaning mechanism 400 includes a cleaning box 401, within which multiple brush wheels 402 are sequentially arranged along the transport direction of the carrier plate. The cleaning box 401 also includes a spraying component 410 for spraying cleaning agent. Below each brush wheel is a washing area. In this embodiment, the carrier plate is cleaned by the rotation of the brush wheels. As the carrier plate passes through the cleaning area of the cleaning box 401, the rotating brush wheels wash the carrier plate below it. Simultaneously, the spraying component 410 sprays cleaning agent into the cleaning box 401, resulting in a better cleaning effect. Of course, other existing cleaning methods besides brush wheel washing are also feasible, and this embodiment does not limit them. The number of brush wheels can be set according to actual needs, with adjacent brush wheels spaced apart.
[0107] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The cleaning box 401 has a hollowed-out position 403 at its top, through which each of the felting wheels is inserted into the cleaning box 401. In this embodiment, the cleaning box 401 has an open design at its top, which facilitates the insertion of the felting wheels. Preferably, a cover plate 404 is installed on the cleaning box 401, which closes the hollowed-out position 403. Preferably, the cleaning box 401 is supported by a gantry frame 405. The cover plate 404 can shield the felting wheels when they are working, avoiding safety hazards. The cover plate 404 is hinged to the cleaning box 401. The gantry frame 405 can improve the stability of the cleaning box 401 and the felting wheels inside.
[0108] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5dA weight-reducing structure 406 is installed between the gantry frame 405 and the cleaning box 401. In this embodiment, the weight of the cleaning box 401 can be reduced by installing the weight-reducing structure 406, thereby reducing the load on the Z-axis. The weight-reducing structure 406 can be a tension structure, such as a spring or a cylinder, with one end installed on the gantry frame 405 and the other end installed on the cleaning box 401. Alternatively, according to design requirements, a connecting component can be provided on the cleaning box 401, and then one end can be installed on the gantry frame 405, and the other end can be connected to the connecting component. In this embodiment, the connecting component is a vertical plate.
[0109] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d It also includes an adjustment component 407 for adjusting the horizontal position of the cleaning box 401. In this embodiment, the horizontal position, or height, of the cleaning box 401 is adjustable. This allows it to be adjusted to a suitable position before use to clean the carrier plate transported from the brush plate platform. Furthermore, during use, if the brush rollers are damaged, fine-tuning the position of the cleaning box 401 ensures that the brush rollers can always reach the carrier plate. The adjustment component 407 can be a lifting mechanism such as a cylinder.
[0110] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The lint roller is mounted on the cleaning box 401 via a semi-open coupling 408. In this embodiment, the semi-open coupling 408 allows for easy replacement of the lint roller.
[0111] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d Each of the aforementioned hair rollers is equipped with an independent driver. In this embodiment, each hair roller 402 operates independently, allowing for individual control of its rotation speed, direction, etc., thus ensuring effective cleaning. The driver can be a servo motor.
[0112] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5dThe system also includes a lint roller cleaning assembly 409 for cleaning the lint roller. In this embodiment, the lint roller inevitably gets dirty when it is working, so the lint roller cleaning assembly 409 is designed to clean the lint roller. Preferably, the lint roller cleaning assembly 409 includes a nozzle disposed adjacent to the lint roller, which can spray water, cleaning agent, etc. onto the lint roller, cleaning the lint roller while it is rotating. The sprayed water, cleaning agent, etc., can also be used as a solvent for cleaning the carrier plate. Of course, the lint roller can also be removed for cleaning, and this embodiment does not limit this method.
[0113] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The spraying assembly 410 is located at the inlet of the cleaning box 401. In this embodiment, the spraying assembly 410 is located at the inlet of the cleaning box 401. When the carrier plate enters the cleaning box 401, the cleaning agent can cover the entire carrier plate as the brush plate platform moves, ensuring that every area is better cleaned.
[0114] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The spraying assembly 410 includes a pressurized nozzle. In this embodiment, after the cleaning agent enters the nozzle, since the nozzle is pressurized, it can spray out a mist of cleaning agent, making the cleaning agent evenly and more comprehensively cover the carrier plate, saving the amount of cleaning agent used while improving the cleaning effect.
[0115] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d It also includes a water jet removal assembly 411 for removing cleaning agent and an air knife removal assembly 412 for removing excess water. In this embodiment, after the various parts of the carrier plate have been cleaned by the cleaning wheel, the water jet removal assembly 411 can be installed at the tail of the cleaning box 401 to remove the cleaning agent, and the air knife removal assembly 412 can remove excess water from the carrier plate. Preferably, both the water jet removal assembly 411 and the air knife removal assembly 412 use pressurized nozzles, one spraying water and the other spraying air. Preferably, using a long strip of pipe and then installing multiple nozzles along the length of the pipe can achieve better results.
[0116] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5dIt also includes a grating ruler for positioning the cleaning box 401 on the Z-axis. In this embodiment, the grating ruler is designed to accurately position the cleaning box 401 to ensure cleaning of the carrier plate below it.
[0117] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The cleaning box 401 is equipped with height gauges at both ends. In this embodiment, the height gauges are designed to accurately monitor the horizontal status of the brush wheel cleaning mechanism 400.
[0118] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 5a , Figure 5b , Figure 5c and Figure 5d The cleaning box 401 is a transparent box. In this embodiment, the cleaning box 401 is designed to be transparent, specifically its side panels are made of transparent material, which allows staff to easily observe the cleaning process and make timely corrections if any abnormalities occur.
[0119] Example 5:
[0120] Please see Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 6c and Figure 6d This invention provides a water collection tank, including a base plate 500 that can be disposed below a lint roller cleaning mechanism. The base plate 500 has a drain outlet for discharging cleaning wastewater. A water collection tank (not shown) that can block the drain outlet is mounted on the base plate 500. The water collection tank is detachably mounted on the base plate 500 and has a drain hole. In this embodiment, a water-blocking base plate 500 is provided below the lint roller cleaning mechanism. When the lint roller cleaning mechanism is working, the wastewater falls downwards and is completely caught by the base plate 500. It then flows into the water collection tank through the drain outlet on the base plate 500 and is collected before being discharged through the water collection tank. There are two ways to drain the water collection tank: one is to drain through the drain hole provided on it, and the other is to drain the water by disassembling the water collection tank. Both are feasible solutions.
[0121] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 6c and Figure 6d The substrate 500 is provided with a slide rail 502, and the water collection tank is pulled out and mounted on the substrate 500 via the slide rail 502. In this embodiment, the water collection tank can be mounted on the substrate 500 in a drawer-like manner, and can be removed from the substrate 500 by pulling it out.
[0122] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 6c and Figure 6d The water collection tank is equipped with a filtration structure. In this embodiment, a filtration structure can be installed in the water collection tank to filter sewage before it is discharged through the drain hole. This avoids clogging of the drain pipe connected to the drain hole due to blockage of the drain hole, and, in conjunction with the removable water collection tank, facilitates the removal of filtered dirt, preventing environmental pollution. Preferably, the filtration structure can use filter screens, such as multiple layers of filter screens along the height of the water collection tank to achieve layer-by-layer filtration. Other existing filtration methods, such as adsorption filtration, are also feasible, and this embodiment does not limit this.
[0123] Please see Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 6c and Figure 6d This invention also provides a cleaning device, including a brush wheel cleaning mechanism and the aforementioned water collection tank. The water collection tank is located below the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, and the area between the water collection tank and the brush wheel cleaning mechanism is a cleaning zone for the carrier plate to pass through. In this embodiment, when the carrier plate is carried by the brush plate stage past the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, the brush wheel cleaning mechanism cleans the product (chip, or camera module) on the carrier plate, and the wastewater from the cleaning naturally falls into the water collection tank for collection, preventing the factory from getting dirty.
[0124] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 6c and Figure 6d The drain outlet is designated as inspection port 501. In this embodiment, both the aforementioned brush wheel cleaning mechanism and the brush plate platform are large pieces of equipment. If the brush wheel cleaning mechanism malfunctions or it is time for maintenance, both the brush wheel cleaning mechanism and the brush plate platform need to be disassembled, which would result in a significant workload. Therefore, we can use the drain outlet as inspection port 501, simply designing it to be slightly larger for easy maintenance. A larger size also facilitates the flow of wastewater into the collection tank. Thus, the function of this collection tank is not only to collect wastewater but also to perform maintenance.
[0125] Example 6:
[0126] Please see Figure 7a and Figure 7bThis invention provides a cleaning agent supply mechanism, including a housing 600 for storing cleaning agent. The housing 600 delivers the cleaning agent to an external mechanism via a siphon pipe. A cover 601 is provided at the top opening of the housing 600, and a counterweight 602 is installed on the cover 601 to press the siphon pipe into the housing 600. The counterweight 602 has an opening 603 for the pipe to pass through. In this embodiment, the housing 600 can store cleaning agent, which is then delivered to a brush wheel cleaning mechanism via a pipe. The pipe uses a siphon method to supply the cleaning agent to the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, minimizing the amount of cleaning agent used. The pipe is lightweight, and the counterweight 602 allows the pipe to extend into the housing 600 without floating, facilitating the formation of the siphon effect. The counterweight 602 has an opening 603 through which the pipe can enter the housing 600, ensuring that the opening 603 can lock the pipe in place and prevent free movement.
[0127] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b The counterweight 602 is threaded onto the cover 601, with the thread extending in the same direction as the height of the housing 600. In this embodiment, the counterweight 602 can be adjusted via its thread to adjust the position of the pipe. Normally, the pipe should not touch the bottom of the housing 600, as the cleaning agent crystallizes at the bottom, and the pipe touching the bottom could easily become blocked by the crystals, preventing normal operation. During use, the pipe is first inserted mostly into the housing 600, and then fine-tuned using the counterweight 602 to ensure the pipe is positioned at the bottom without touching it, thus guaranteeing the supply of cleaning agent.
[0128] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b It also includes a heating component for heating the cleaning agent inside the housing 600. In this embodiment, using a heating component to heat the cleaning agent inside the housing 600 can improve its activity and increase the cleaning yield.
[0129] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 7a and Figure 7bThe heating assembly includes a control terminal 604 disposed on the cover 601 and a heating coil 605 disposed inside the housing 600, the heating coil 605 being electrically connected to the control terminal 604. In this embodiment, the control terminal 604 can adjust the heating temperature and heating time of the heating coil 605. Preferably, the heating coil 605 uses an electric heating wire, for example, an adjustable resistance resistor, and its heat output is adjusted by adjusting the resistance value through the control terminal 604. The control terminal 604 is mounted on the cover 601, and the cover 601 is detachably connected to the housing 600; when the heating assembly needs to be removed, the cover 601 can be directly removed.
[0130] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 7a and Figure 7b The heating coil 605 is located at the bottom of the housing 600. In this embodiment, placing the heating coil 605 at the bottom of the housing 600 allows the temperature of the cleaning agent to rise continuously from the bottom, ensuring that the cleaning agent inside the entire housing 600 is warm, and also ensuring that the cleaning agent drawn from the bottom by the siphon pipe is hot.
[0131] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b It also includes a filter assembly for filtering the cleaning agent. In this embodiment, since the cleaning agent contains some impurities and cannot be directly absorbed and used, the filter assembly can filter the cleaning agent to ensure that the cleaning agent sent to the brush cleaning mechanism is clean.
[0132] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 7a and Figure 7b The filter assembly includes a filter bucket 606, which is installed below the counterweight 602 and placed inside the housing 600. The siphon pipe includes a first pipe and a second pipe. The first pipe is outside the housing 600 and communicates with the opening 603 of the housing cover 601. The second pipe communicates with the filter bucket 606 and is located outside the filter bucket 606. In this embodiment, the second pipe delivers the cleaning agent into the filter bucket 606 for filtration. The cleaning agent filtered through the filter bucket 606 is then delivered to the brush cleaning mechanism by the first pipe. Thus, the fine adjustment of the counterweight 602 can be adjusted along with the filter bucket 606, and the filter bucket 606, in turn, can be adjusted along with the second pipe. The filter bucket 606 is internally sealed, and even when the filter bucket 606 is full of cleaning agent, the first pipe can still use the siphon effect to remove the cleaning agent. In this scheme, the filter bucket 606 and the counterweight 602 can be regarded as a whole. Both can serve as counterweight components for the second pipeline. However, this counterweight component also has the function of filtration, achieving two goals at once.
[0133] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 7a and Figure 7b The filter hopper 606 includes a filter screen at the bottom, and the second pipe is disposed on the filter screen. In this embodiment, the filter hopper 606 uses a filter screen for filtration. The filter screen can be made of steel plate to give it a certain strength so that it can drive the second pipe. Several densely packed small holes are made in the steel plate to filter out impurities. Thus, the box cover 601 is equipped with a counterweight 602, the filter hopper 606, and a heating assembly. When all of these need to be removed, only the box cover 601 needs to be removed, facilitating subsequent cleaning of the box body 600. The box body 600 usually does not require cleaning; cleaning agent only needs to be added when it is nearly depleted. After a long period, if cleaning is required, the box cover 601 can be removed, and the components on the box cover 601 can also be removed, making cleaning of the box body 600 convenient.
[0134] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b The lid 601 has pre-drilled functional holes 607. In this embodiment, some functional holes 607 can be pre-drilled on the lid 601 to facilitate the cleaning agent supply mechanism to have more functions, and the lid 601 can be removed when needed.
[0135] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b The housing 600 is a transparent housing. In this embodiment, the housing 600 is designed to be transparent, which allows staff to easily observe the amount of cleaning agent inside the housing 600 and facilitates timely replenishment.
[0136] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b A level gauge is installed on the tank cover 601, extending into the tank body 600. In this embodiment, the level gauge is not shown in the figure. It continuously monitors the level of the cleaning agent inside the tank body 600. When the set level is reached, it can connect to an alarm to alert staff to add liquid. This function eliminates the need for staff to constantly monitor the liquid level changes inside the tank body 600. The level gauge is installed through the aforementioned functional hole 607.
[0137] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 7a and Figure 7b The housing 600 is equipped with a scale 608. In this embodiment, the scale 608 provides workers with an intuitive understanding of the current liquid level, facilitating liquid replenishment operations.
[0138] Example 7:
[0139] Please see Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c This invention provides a material feeding rotation module, including a receiving component 700 for receiving a carrier plate 712, a transfer component 702 for carrying the receiving component 700 through a transfer channel 701 and sending it to a flipping position 704, and a flipping component 703 for flipping the carrier plate 712 on the flipping position 704 to an external mechanism. In the initial state, the receiving component 700 and the flipping position 704 are located at the two ends of the transfer channel 701, respectively. In this embodiment, the carrier plate 712, after being cleaned by the brush cleaning mechanism, continues to be transferred along with the brush plate platform. After being delivered to the material unloading rotary module, the receiving component 700 receives the carrier plate 712 and locks it in place. Then, the transfer component 702 carries the entire receiving component 700 through the transfer channel 701 to the flipping position 704 at the end of the transfer channel 701. At this point, the carrier plate 712 also moves to the flipping position 704 along with the receiving component 700. The receiving component 700 then withdraws, leaving only the carrier plate 712 on the flipping position 704. The flipping component 703 then flips the carrier plate 712 on the flipping position 704 to the external mechanism, completing the flipping action. The external mechanism here is the material unloading robot module, which is used to remove the carrier plate 712 and place it into the material storage tank. This will be described in detail in a later embodiment. This material unloading rotary module can change the moving direction of the carrier plate 712, facilitating the removal of the carrier plate 712 by the external mechanism and making reasonable use of the vertical space. The flipping angle can be set according to the actual situation. For example, in this embodiment, the flipping angle is 90°. Previously, the carrier plate 712 sent by the brushing platform was horizontal, and the movement of the receiving component 700 was also horizontal. After flipping 90°, the carrier plate 712 is in a vertical state, which makes it easier for the unloading robot module to grab the carrier plate 712.
[0140] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c It also includes a positioning component 705 for aligning and positioning the carrier plate 712. In this embodiment, the positioning component 705 ensures that the carrier plate 712 delivered by the receiving component 700 is accurately positioned, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the gripping and alignment of the subsequent unloading robot module.
[0141] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8cThe positioning component 705 includes a pusher disposed on one side of the carrier plate 712, which pushes the carrier plate 712 against the side wall of the transfer channel 701. In this embodiment, after the carrier plate 712 reaches the flip position 704, the pusher pushes one side of the carrier plate 712, causing the carrier plate 712 to abut against the side wall of the transfer channel 701, thereby achieving its positioning.
[0142] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c The receiving component 700 includes an upper clamping plate 706, a lower clamping plate 707, and a driving member that drives the upper clamping plate 706 and the lower clamping plate 707 to close. A gap exists between the upper clamping plate 706 and the lower clamping plate 707 for the carrier plate 712 to pass through. In this embodiment, the receiving component 700 uses a clamping jaw. The upper clamping plate 706 and the lower clamping plate 707 form a clamping jaw. The upper clamping plate 706 and the lower clamping plate 707 do not need to be too long. After the carrier plate 712 has passed through most of the gap between them, the driving member drives them to clamp together, thus securing the carrier plate 712. Of course, the dimensions can be selected according to actual conditions. Preferably, the driving member is a cylinder, which pushes the lower clamping plate 707 closer to the upper clamping plate 706 to achieve clamping.
[0143] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c A sliding plate 708 is mounted on the driving component, and the sliding plate 708 is slidably disposed on the mating plate 709 of the transfer assembly 702. The extending direction of the mating plate 709 is consistent with the length direction of the transfer channel 701. In this embodiment, the driving component also moves along with the flow to continuously press against the lower clamping plate 707 to achieve a continuous clamping force. To ensure the smooth movement of the driving component, a sliding plate 708 can be configured for guidance. The mating plate 709 of the transfer assembly 702 is a plate extending along the X-axis direction, and the extending direction of this plate is also consistent with the transport direction of the brush plate carrier.
[0144] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8cThe transfer assembly 702 includes several sets of guide wheels 710 disposed in the transfer channel 701 and a rotating component for driving each guide wheel 710 to rotate synchronously. Adjacent sets of guide wheels 710 cooperate to support the clamping nozzle of the receiving assembly 700. In this embodiment, the clamping nozzle, i.e., the structure composed of the upper clamping plate 706 and the lower clamping plate 707, is propelled forward and backward by these guide wheels 710, thus preventing the carrier plate 712 with material attached from derailing. The guide wheels 710 are spaced apart, with the spacing ensuring that adjacent sets of guide wheels 710 can precisely support the clamping nozzle.
[0145] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c The rotating component includes a pulley assembly and a motor for driving the pulley assembly to rotate. In this embodiment, a pulley assembly can be used to achieve synchronous rotation of each guide wheel 710, and a motor can be used to provide power. The pulley assembly is prior art, and its specific structure will not be described in detail here.
[0146] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 8a , Figure 8b and Figure 8c The flow channel 701 is formed by the space between two opposing vertical plates 711 spaced apart, and the receiving component 700 is located in the space. In this embodiment, the two vertical plates 711 are relatively long, forming the entire flow channel 701, and the aforementioned pulley assembly can also be installed on the vertical plates 711. The vertical plates 711 have open sections for the aforementioned sliding plate 708 to pass through.
[0147] Example 8:
[0148] Please see Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9fThe present invention also provides a material unloading robot module, including a first driver 800 for driving in the X-axis direction, a second driver 801 for driving in the Y-axis direction, a third driver 802 for driving in the Z-axis direction, a fourth driver 803 for driving in the Z-axis direction, and a fifth driver 804 for driving in the Z-axis direction. The second driver 801 drives the first driver 800 to move, the first driver 800 drives the third driver 802 to move, the third driver 802 drives the fourth driver 803 to move, the fourth driver 803 drives the fifth driver 804 to move, and a robot arm for gripping a carrier plate 809 is mounted on the fifth driver 804. In this embodiment, three actuators driven in the Z-axis direction are used. The third actuator 802 enables the robot to quickly reach the vicinity of the carrier plate 809, improving the material handling accuracy. The fourth actuator 803 slowly and accurately delivers the robot to contact the carrier plate 809. The fifth actuator 804 then moves the robot in the Z-axis direction, ensuring that the robot can fully cover the carrier plate 809 and reliably grasp it. Compared with conventional robot grippers, this module grasps the carrier plate 809 more easily and accurately. Moreover, when placing the carrier plate 809 into the material storage tank on the loading platform, the coordinated actions of the three actuators in the Z-axis direction ensure that the carrier plate 809 is inserted into the material box in the material storage tank. Even if the carrier plate 809 is deformed, it can still be slowly inserted into the material box. During gripping, the aforementioned flipping component is used to flip the carrier plate 809 to a vertical position, making it easier for the robot to grasp it.
[0149] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9f The robotic arm includes a support platform 805 for placing the carrier plate 809 and a gripper assembly for clamping the carrier plate 809 onto the support platform 805. In this embodiment, the carrier plate 809 is gripped by pressing the carrier plate 809 onto the support platform 805 using the gripper assembly.
[0150] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9fThe gripper assembly includes a plurality of first grippers 806 for pressing the outer edge of the carrier plate 809 onto the shelf 805, and a first drive member for driving each of the first grippers 806 to move toward or away from the shelf 805. In this embodiment, the carrier plate 809 can be gripped by the first grippers 806 clamping the outer edge of the carrier plate 809. Since there are multiple first grippers 806, the carrier plate 809 can be clamped from all directions, ensuring that the carrier plate 809 is clamped and will not fall.
[0151] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9f The gripper assembly further includes a second gripper 807 for pressing the inner edge of the carrier plate 809 onto the support table 805, and a second driving member for driving the second gripper 807 to move toward or away from the support table 805. In this embodiment, the clamping position of the second gripper 807 differs from that of the first gripper 806; the second gripper 807 clamps the inner edge of the carrier plate 809, i.e., the inner side of the edge. This, in conjunction with the first gripper 806, ensures stable clamping of the carrier plate 809.
[0152] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9fThe second gripper 807 is a circular gripper, and the support platform 805 is also provided with the circular gripper. The two circular grippers arranged opposite each other cooperate to clamp the inner edge of the carrier plate 809. In this embodiment, circular grippers are used, and circular grippers are also provided on the shelf 805. During gripping, the two circular grippers act like fingers, pinching the carrier plate 809. This, in conjunction with the fifth actuator 804, allows for the slow and gradual removal of the entire carrier plate 809, much like eating food one bite at a time. This is primarily used for material unloading. After the carrier plate 809 is inserted into the groove of the material box, the first gripper 806 fully releases, leaving only the second gripper 807 clamping the carrier plate 809. The fifth actuator 804 drives the robotic arm forward a short distance, at which point the second gripper 807 releases. The fifth actuator 804 then drives the robotic arm back a short distance, at which point the second gripper 807 clamps the carrier plate 809 again. The fifth actuator 804 then drives the robotic arm forward a short distance, at which point the second gripper 807 releases again. This process repeats until the carrier plate 809 is fully inserted into the groove of the material box. This ensures that the carrier plate 809 is inserted correctly regardless of whether it is deformed. As for how to determine that it has been inserted, a sensor can be used to sense the position of the carrier board 809, or the displacement distance of the fifth driver 804 can be controlled, for example, moving forward a certain number of centimeters indicates that the carrier board 809 has been fully inserted.
[0153] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9f The shelf 805 includes two side walls 808, which expand outward to form a flared opening. In this embodiment, by designing it as a flared structure, damage to the carrier plate 809 can be avoided, and the carrier plate 809 can be easily inserted.
[0154] Please see Figure 6a , Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e , Figure 9f and Figure 10a This invention also provides a feeding mechanism, including a material storage tank and the aforementioned feeding robot module. The feeding robot module places the carrier plate 809 into the material box within the material storage tank. In this embodiment, the feeding robot module places the carrier plate 809 into the material storage tank. For the specific structure of the material storage tank, please refer to Embodiment Nine.
[0155] For further optimization of the above plan, please refer to... Figure 6a , Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e , Figure 9f and Figure 10a The unloading robot module contains multiple material boxes, which are arranged sequentially along the Y-axis. In this embodiment, the material boxes are designed along the Y-axis to facilitate the second driver 801 to bring the robot over each material box for unloading.
[0156] Please see Figure 6a , Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e , Figure 9f and Figure 10a This invention also provides a fully automatic brush cleaning device, including a material feeding rotary module and the aforementioned material feeding mechanism, wherein the material feeding robot module picks up materials from the material feeding rotary module. In this embodiment, the material feeding robot module removes the carrier plate 809 from the material feeding rotary module. For the specific structure of the material feeding rotary module, please refer to Embodiment Seven.
[0157] Please see Figure 6a , Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e , Figure 9f and Figure 10aThis invention provides a method for unloading the above-mentioned unloading robot module, comprising the following steps: S1, the first driver 800 and the second driver 801 are activated to quickly bring the robot to the material picking position; S2, the third driver 802 is activated to quickly bring the robot to the vicinity of the carrier plate 809; S3, the fourth driver 803 is activated to bring the robot to contact the carrier plate 809; S4, the fifth driver 804 is activated to drive the robot to fully grasp the carrier plate 809; S5, the third driver 802, the fourth driver 803 and the fifth driver 804 return to their original positions, and the first driver 800 and the second driver 801 are activated to bring the robot that has grasped the carrier plate 809 to the unloading position; S6, the third driver 802, the fourth driver 803 and the fifth driver 804 cooperate to place the carrier plate 809 into the groove of the material box. In this embodiment, three actuators driven in the Z-axis direction are used. The third actuator 802 enables the robot to quickly reach the vicinity of the carrier plate 809, improving the material handling accuracy. The fourth actuator 803 slowly and accurately delivers the robot to contact the carrier plate 809. The fifth actuator 804 then moves the robot in the Z-axis direction, ensuring that the robot can fully cover the carrier plate 809 and reliably grasp it. Compared with conventional robot grippers, this module grasps the carrier plate 809 more easily and accurately. Moreover, when placing the carrier plate 809 into the material storage tank on the loading platform, the coordinated actions of the three actuators in the Z-axis direction ensure that the carrier plate 809 is inserted into the material box in the material storage tank. Even if the carrier plate 809 is deformed, it can still be slowly inserted into the material box. During gripping, the aforementioned flipping component is used to flip the carrier plate 809 to a vertical position, making it easier for the robot to grasp it.
[0158] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 9a , Figure 9b , Figure 9c , Figure 9d , Figure 9e as well as Figure 9fThe robotic arm uses a gripper assembly to clamp the carrier plate 809. The gripper assembly includes a first gripper 806 and a second gripper 807. The second gripper 807 is a circular gripper, and the support platform 805 also has the same circular gripper. The two opposing circular grippers cooperate to clamp the inner edge of the carrier plate 809. During unloading, after the carrier plate 809 is inserted into the groove of the material box, the first gripper 806 fully releases, leaving only the second gripper 807 clamping the carrier plate 809. The fifth actuator 804 drives the robotic arm forward a certain distance, at which point the second gripper 807 releases. Then, the fifth actuator 804 drives the robotic arm back a certain distance, at which point the second gripper 807 clamps the carrier plate 809 again. The fifth actuator 804 then drives the robotic arm forward a certain distance, at which point the second gripper 807 releases again. This process repeats until the carrier plate 809 is fully inserted into the groove of the material box.
[0159] Example 9:
[0160] Please see Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f This invention provides a material storage tank, including a liquid-fillable tank body 900, with a placement position 901 for a material feeding box 912 within the tank body 900. The material storage tank also includes a buoyancy pumping structure for agitating the liquid within the tank body 900 and an overflow structure for draining contaminants from the liquid surface. In this embodiment, the material feeding box 912 is completely immersed in the liquid, which can be clean water or other liquids. The buoyancy pumping structure agitates the liquid within the tank body 900, keeping it constantly moving and preventing contaminants from adhering to the product surface. Combined with the overflow structure, contaminants floating on the liquid surface are drained from the tank body 900, preventing contamination of the product on the carrier plate. These two structures effectively maintain product cleanliness.
[0161] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10fThe liquid-blowing structure includes an air inlet connector 902, and the housing 900 includes a sealed yet open shell 904. A base plate 903 is provided on the inner bottom of the shell 904, and an air-blowing plate 905 is provided on the base plate 903. The air inlet connector 902 passes through the shell 904 and is fixed to the opening in the base plate 903 via a sealing structure. In this embodiment, liquid blowing is achieved by introducing gas through the air inlet connector 902, which then flows into the air-blowing plate 905, creating a bubbling effect on the plate and thus agitating the liquid inside the housing 900. The base plate 903 and the sealing structure are designed to provide a better seal and prevent leakage.
[0162] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The sealing structure includes a first sealing ring 906 sandwiched between the blast plate 905 and the base plate 903, and a second sealing ring 908 locked to the housing 904 by a nut 907. In this embodiment, the base plate 903, combined with two layers of sealing rings, ensures a good sealing effect.
[0163] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The second sealing ring 908 also includes a washer 909, which is pressed against the housing 904 by the second sealing ring. In this embodiment, the washer 909 is also designed to prevent damage to the housing 904 during locking and to provide a sealing effect.
[0164] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The air intake connector 902 is threadedly connected to the opening in the base plate 903. In this embodiment, a threaded connection can be used to facilitate the installation or removal of the air intake connector 902.
[0165] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10fThere are multiple liquid-drumming structures, all arranged in a straight line. In this embodiment, multiple liquid-drumming structures can be provided to ensure the liquid agitation within the housing 900. The number of liquid-drumming structures can match the number of material boxes 912, with one liquid-drumming structure provided for each material box 912.
[0166] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The overflow water structure includes a water tank 910, which is disposed on the outer edge of the housing 904. The upper part of the housing 904 has a notch, and the housing 904 communicates with the water tank 910 through the notch. The water tank 910 has a drain outlet. In this embodiment, the overflow water structure is implemented through the water tank 910. Liquid in the housing 904 can enter the water tank 910 through the notch, thus draining the liquid near the top of the tank. Since dirt floats on the surface of the liquid, draining the liquid at the top ensures the cleanliness of the liquid inside the tank 900.
[0167] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The water tank 910 is arranged in a ring around the housing 904, and the drain outlet is located at the corner of the water tank 910. In this embodiment, the water tank 910 is designed around the entire ring, which can speed up the drainage efficiency of the liquid.
[0168] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 10a , Figure 10b , Figure 10c , Figure 10d , Figure 10e as well as Figure 10f The housing 900 is equipped with a sensor 911 for sensing the presence of the material box 912. In this embodiment, the sensor 911 can detect whether there is a material box 912 inside the housing 900.
[0169] Example 10:
[0170] Please see Figure 3a and Figure 11This invention provides an empty material box 1006 storage box, including a box body 1000. The box body 1000 has an opening on the feeding side for the material box 1006 to enter. A water receiving plate 1001 for receiving water is installed inside the box body 1000. The water receiving plate 1001 has a hole 1002 for water to flow into the box body 1000. The water receiving plate 1001 has a notch 1003 on the plate near the feeding side. The notch 1003 allows the lower clamping plate of the material receiving device of the material box 1006 to be inserted. In this embodiment, the material box 1006 is taken out from the automatic replenishment module by the material box 1006 picking device. Therefore, the material box 1006 contains water. After the carrier plate in the material box 1006 is pushed out layer by layer by the feeding and pushing device, the material box 1006 is now empty. At this time, the material box 1006 picking device will put the empty material box 1006 into the box body 1000 of the empty material box 1006 storage box. The water receiving plate 1001 will catch the water. The water receiving plate 1001 is designed with a notch 1003, which allows the lower clamping plate of the material box 1006 picking device to be inserted through the notch 1003 to place the material box 1006 onto the water receiving plate 1001. The shape of the notch 1003 matches the shape of the lower clamping plate. If the lower clamping plate has several protruding ridges, then the notch 1003 is a matching groove for the protruding ridges to be inserted. Please refer to Embodiment 2 for the material box 1006 picking device.
[0171] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 The water receiving plate 1001 is equipped with a feeding box 1006 and a sliding rail 1004 that slides on it. In this embodiment, the feeding box 1006 slides on the sliding rail 1004, which facilitates the feeding box 1006 entering the depth of the box 1000 and also supports the feeding box 1006 for drying. When the feeding box 1006 is placed into the box 1000, the first feeding box 1006 is placed near the feeding side. When the second feeding box 1006 is placed in, it pushes the first feeding box 1006 a little deeper. When the third feeding box 1006 is placed in, it pushes the second feeding box 1006 a little deeper, until the first feeding box 1006 is pushed to the deepest point.
[0172] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 A sensor 1005 for sensing the material boxes 1006 is provided at a position away from the feeding side of the box 1000. In this embodiment, since the material boxes 1006 are squeezed into the depth of the box 1000 one by one, a sensor 1005 is provided at the depth. When a material box 1006 is sensed, it means that the box 1000 is full.
[0173] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 The bottom of the housing 1000 is provided with a drain hole. In this embodiment, water that falls from the material box 1006 can be discharged through the drain hole.
[0174] Please see Figure 3a and Figure 11 The present invention also provides a fully automatic brush cleaning device, including a material box 1006 picking device and the above-mentioned empty material box 1006 storage box, wherein the empty material box 1006 on the material box 1006 picking device is fed into the empty material box 1006 storage box.
[0175] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 The material box 1006 material handling device includes an upper clamping plate, a lower clamping plate, and a cylinder for driving the upper clamping plate and the lower clamping plate to open and close. The notch 1003 allows the lower clamping plate to be inserted.
[0176] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 The empty material box 1006 storage box is mounted on the X-axis linear module of the material box 1006 picking device via a vertical plate. In this embodiment, the empty material box 1006 storage box is suspended in the air and is located on the X-axis movement trajectory of the material box 1006 picking device, which facilitates the material box 1006 picking device to place the empty material box 1006 into the empty material box 1006 storage box.
[0177] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 3a and Figure 11 The system also includes an automatic replenishment module, with the empty material box 1006 storage box located directly above it. In this embodiment, the automatic replenishment module replenishes materials for the feeding mechanism, specifically providing material boxes 1006 to the material box 1006 picking device of the feeding mechanism. After the material box 1006 is taken out by the material box 1006 picking device, it is manually put back in. Placing the empty material box 1006 storage box directly above the automatic replenishment module allows water falling from the empty material box 1006 to easily re-enter the automatic replenishment module through the drain hole. Of course, the drain hole can also be connected to a pipe to drain the water; whether or not to drain it depends on the cleanliness of the water.
[0178] Example 11:
[0179] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a, Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 This invention also provides a fully automatic brush plate cleaning method, comprising the following steps: S1, a feeding mechanism delivers a carrier plate with the product attached to a brush plate platform 314; S2, the brush plate platform 314 moves the carrier plate and drives it to swing during the movement; S3, the brush plate platform 314 delivers the carrier plate to a cleaning device for cleaning; S4, after cleaning, the brush plate platform 314 leaves the cleaning area of the cleaning device with the carrier plate and delivers it to a unloading mechanism; S5, the unloading mechanism places the carrier plate processed by the cleaning device into the material storage tank 320. In this embodiment, by placing the cleaning device and the material storage tank 320 on an automated production line, personnel loss and untimely placement of materials in the storage tank are reduced. Furthermore, the defects caused by the need for manual loading and unloading of materials in semi-automatic cleaning equipment are solved. At the same time, automated production not only greatly improves production efficiency compared to traditional semi-automatic production, but also has higher stability and reliability.
[0180] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 Before loading, an automatic replenishment module 211 replenishes materials to the loading mechanism. In this embodiment, the automatic replenishment module 211 replenishes materials to the loading mechanism, specifically providing material boxes to the material box picking device 200 of the loading mechanism. After the material boxes are picked up by the material box picking device 200, they are manually placed back in. Since each material box has several grooves, and each groove can hold a carrier plate, there are many carrier plates. By designing the size of the automatic replenishment module 211, multiple material boxes can be placed, which can basically meet the requirements of fully automated operation. Cleaning is the cleaning of the products on the carrier plate, so the carrier plate flows down with the cleaning process.
[0181] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11During material loading, the material box picking device 200 of the loading mechanism takes out a material box from the automatic replenishment module 211, and then the feeding and pushing device 201 of the loading mechanism pushes one of the carrier plates in the material box onto the brush plate platform 314. In this embodiment, the material loading is divided into two steps: first, the material box picking device 200 takes the material box out of the automatic replenishment module 211; second, the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes one of the carrier plates in the material box onto the brush plate platform 314, and the brush plate platform 314 carries the carrier plate through the subsequent processes. This involves movements in three directions. First, the material box picking device 200 moves in the X and Z axes to take the material box out of the automatic replenishment module 211 and into the air. Then, after moving in the Z-axis direction to the working position of the feeding and pushing device 201, the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes the carrier plate onto the brush plate platform 314 in the Y-axis direction. In other individual processes, the directions can be redefined for ease of description. When proceeding according to the overall flow direction, the brush plate stage 314 moves the plate along the Y-axis, while also oscillating along the X-axis. This allows the cleaning device to clean from multiple angles, resulting in a more thorough cleaning of the product on the plate.
[0182] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 During cleaning, a brush cleaning mechanism 400 is used to scrub the carrier plate. In this embodiment, the cleaning method can be achieved by rotating the brush.
[0183] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 The cleaning mechanism 400 has multiple cleaning wheels, each capable of rotating independently. In this embodiment, the multiple cleaning wheels can operate independently, allowing control over the rotation speed and direction of each wheel, providing comprehensive cleaning and improving the cleaning effect.
[0184] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 A water collection tank is provided below the cleaning wheel mechanism 400 to collect wastewater. In this embodiment, the use of this water collection tank to collect wastewater can prevent the wastewater from polluting the environment after cleaning.
[0185] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 During unloading, a rotating unloading module receives the carrier plate from the brush plate carrier 314, and then rotates it 90° to change the horizontal carrier plate to a vertical position. In this embodiment, changing the position of the carrier plate facilitates the subsequent unloading robot module's gripping of the carrier plate and also allows for better utilization of the height space to set up the unloading robot module.
[0186] For further optimization of the above solution, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 The material feeding and rotating module first moves the carrier plate delivered by the brush plate carrier 314 a certain distance in the flow channel, and then flips the carrier plate 90°. In this embodiment, following the above orientation description, the material feeding and rotating module first moves the carrier plate a certain distance in the Y-axis direction, which is consistent with the direction of movement of the brush plate carrier 314. This flow provides a buffer stage for the carrier plate before flipping, avoiding deviation. After flowing to the flipping position, an alignment is performed to ensure that there is no deviation during flipping.
[0187] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 The unloading robot module picks up the carrier plate after it has been rotated 90° by the unloading rotating module, and then delivers the carrier plate to the material storage tank 320. In this embodiment, following the above orientation description, after picking up the carrier plate, the unloading robot moves in the X-axis direction, bringing the carrier plate to the material storage tank 320, and then inserts the carrier plate into the material box in the material storage tank 320.
[0188] As an optimized solution for an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2a , Figure 3a , Figure 4a , Figure 5a , Figure 6a , Figure 7a , Figure 8a , Figure 9a , Figure 10a as well as Figure 11 After the feeding and pushing device 201 pushes all the carrier plates from the material box grabbed by the material box picking device 200 onto the brush plate platform 314, the feeding and pushing device 201 places the empty material box into the empty material box storage box. In this embodiment, following the above orientation description, the material box picking device 200 first rises a certain distance along the Z-axis to the empty material box storage box, and then moves towards the X-axis to place the empty material box into the empty material box storage box. After placing it, the picking action (i.e., grabbing the material box from the automatic replenishment module 211) is repeated. This empty material box storage box further improves the automation level of the cleaning operation.
[0189] This concludes the description of the fully automatic brush cleaning method. For the specific structure of each component involved in the method, please refer to Examples 1 to 10, which will not be repeated here.
[0190] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A fully automatic brush cleaning device, characterized in that: The system includes a brush wheel cleaning mechanism, a brush plate carrier, and a material unloading robot module. The brush plate carrier includes a carrier plate support platform and a drive assembly for displacing the carrier plate support platform. The carrier plate support platform includes an openable upper platform and a lower platform, with a clamping area between the upper platform and the lower platform for clamping the carrier plate. The upper platform has a cutout for exposing the product on the carrier plate, and the lower platform has a protrusion for lifting the product on the carrier plate. The material unloading robot module includes a first driver for driving in the X-axis direction, a second driver for driving in the Y-axis direction, a third driver for driving in the Z-axis direction, a fourth driver for driving in the Z-axis direction, and a fifth driver for driving in the Z-axis direction. The second driver drives the first driver to move, and the first driver drives the third driver. The third drive moves the fourth drive, which in turn moves the fifth drive. The fifth drive is equipped with a robotic arm for gripping a carrier plate. The robotic arm includes a platform for placing the carrier plate and a gripper assembly for clamping the carrier plate onto the platform. The gripper assembly includes multiple first grippers for pressing the outer edge of the carrier plate onto the platform and a first drive member for driving each first gripper to move closer to or away from the platform. The gripper assembly also includes a second gripper for pressing the inner edge of the carrier plate onto the platform and a second drive member for driving the second gripper to move closer to or away from the platform. The brush plate platform is located below the brush wheel cleaning mechanism, which brushes the product on the carrier plate on the brush plate platform.
2. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The carrier plate support platform is installed on the water-retaining structure.
3. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The water-blocking structure includes a water-blocking plate disposed below the carrier plate bearing platform, and the water-blocking plate is disposed in the driving direction of the carrier plate bearing platform.
4. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The water-blocking structure also includes retractable bellows covers, which are located on both sides of the carrier plate bearing platform.
5. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a swing mechanism for driving the carrier plate bearing platform to swing in the X-axis direction.
6. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The swing mechanism includes an eccentric wheel and a motor. The eccentric wheel is connected to the output shaft of the motor, and the eccentric wheel provides a force for repeated vibration to the carrier plate bearing platform.
7. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a water collection tank located below the brush plate carrier, and the water collection tank is used to collect the wastewater and cleaning agent left behind after the brush cleaning mechanism cleans the products on the carrier plate.
8. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a material feeding rotary module, which is located at the discharge end of the brush plate carrier.
9. The fully automatic brush cleaning equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a feeding and pushing device, which pushes the carrier plate in the material box onto the carrier plate bearing platform of the brush plate carrier.