Panel resting device

Abstract

This application relates to a panel settling device. The panel settling device includes a base frame, a rotary transfer platform, a buffer unit, and a moving mechanism. The rotary transfer platform includes a receiving component and a rotary drive component. The receiving component receives panels and has an inlet position and an outlet position. The rotary drive component is connected to the receiving component to drive the receiving component to switch between the inlet and outlet positions. The buffer unit includes a displacement mechanism and buffer spaces. The displacement mechanism drives different buffer spaces to be opposite the receiving component at the inlet position. The moving mechanism drives the receiving component to move, thereby moving the panel from the inlet position to the buffer space. Driven by the rotary drive component, the receiving component rotates. The switching time of the rotational movement is short, and the panel settling device does not require a conveyor belt for flow control during use. The rotary transfer platform can replace the conveyor belt, making the overall structure of the panel settling device simple, space-saving, and low-cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of the display industry, and in particular to panel holding equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In the display industry, a large panel is first cut to form a semi-finished panel, which is then processed and assembled into displays for consumer electronics products such as mobile phones and tablets.

[0003] In a panel production line, a line can be tens or even hundreds of meters long. If a machine in the line frequently delays the production cycle due to some uncontrollable factors, a temporary storage device needs to be added to the line to buffer the semi-finished panels that have been produced and processed by the upstream equipment. Then, when the downstream equipment is running smoothly, these semi-finished panels temporarily stored in the buffer device can be released to the downstream equipment.

[0004] In traditional technology, lifting temporary storage equipment is often used to temporarily store semi-finished panels. However, lifting temporary storage equipment requires belt conveyors at both ends for flow guidance, resulting in a complex overall structure and a large space occupation. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a panel stationary device to address the problems of complex structure and large space occupation of panel temporary storage devices.

[0006] A panel settling device, the panel settling device comprising:

[0007] Base frame; and

[0008] A rotary transfer platform includes a receiving component and a rotary drive component. The receiving component is used to receive a panel and has an infeed position and an outlet position. The rotary drive component is connected to the receiving component to drive the receiving component to switch between the infeed position and the outlet position.

[0009] A buffer unit, comprising a displacement mechanism and a buffer space, wherein a plurality of buffer spaces are provided, and the displacement mechanism drives different buffer spaces to be opposite to the receiving component at the feeding position;

[0010] A moving mechanism is disposed between the base frame and the receiving component. The moving mechanism drives the receiving component to move, thereby moving the panel from the feeding position to the buffer space.

[0011] In one embodiment, the receiving component includes:

[0012] A receiving connection plate is used to connect to the rotary drive component;

[0013] Insertion arm mechanism, the insertion arm mechanism including a plurality of insertion arms mounted on the receiving connection plate.

[0014] In one embodiment, the receiving component further includes a vacuum adsorption assembly, the vacuum adsorption assembly comprising:

[0015] A suction nozzle, wherein a plurality of suction nozzles are provided and disposed on the insert arm;

[0016] A vacuum pump, which is connected to the suction nozzle.

[0017] In one embodiment, the insert arm is provided with a support block, the support block having a support plane, and when the panel is adsorbed onto the suction nozzle, the support plane abuts against the bottom of the panel.

[0018] In one embodiment, the rotary drive includes a rotary base and a direct drive motor mounted on the rotary base, the direct drive motor being connected to the receiving component.

[0019] In one embodiment, a limiting mechanism is provided between the rotary seat and the direct drive motor, the limiting mechanism comprising:

[0020] A feed switch is fixedly connected to the rotary seat;

[0021] A discharge switch, which is fixedly connected to the rotary seat;

[0022] A trigger element, which is fixedly connected to the rotary output end of the direct drive motor;

[0023] When the receiving component is in the feeding position, the triggering component activates the feeding switch; when the receiving component is in the discharging position, the triggering component activates the discharging switch.

[0024] In one embodiment, the moving mechanism includes a linear motor mounted on the base frame, and the output end of the linear motor is fixedly connected to the rotating seat.

[0025] In one embodiment, the buffer unit further includes a buffer component, the buffer spaces are arranged on the buffer component along a first direction, the displacement mechanism is disposed between the buffer component and the base frame, and the displacement mechanism drives the buffer component to move along the first direction so that different buffer spaces are aligned with the receiving component at the feeding position.

[0026] In one embodiment, the caching component includes:

[0027] Cache board; and

[0028] A sleeve support assembly, wherein a plurality of sleeve support assemblies are arranged along a first direction, and a buffer space is formed between adjacent sleeve support assemblies, the sleeve support assembly including a plurality of sleeve support frames arranged along a second direction, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

[0029] In one embodiment, the panel stationary device further includes a controller and a CCD alignment component. The CCD alignment component includes a CCD camera and a light source. The CCD camera is used to acquire visual signals from the panel and transmit the visual signals to the controller. The controller is connected to the rotating drive and the moving mechanism respectively.

[0030] An adjustment assembly is provided between the CCD camera and the base frame. The adjustment assembly includes a lead screw module mounted on the base frame and a camera support frame connected to the output end of the lead screw module. The CCD camera is mounted on the camera support frame.

[0031] In one embodiment, the panel stationary device further includes a barcode scanning mechanism. The panel is provided with an information code, and the barcode scanning mechanism is used to scan the information code. The barcode scanning mechanism is mounted on the base frame and is signal-connected to the controller.

[0032] In the aforementioned panel holding device, the rotary transfer platform's rotary drive unit rotates the receiving component to different positions, allowing it to switch between an infeed and an outfeed position. After receiving a panel at the outfeed position, the receiving component moves to the infeed position. With the assistance of the moving mechanism, the receiving component moves from the infeed position to the buffer space. In other words, the infeed position refers to placing the panel on the receiving component into the buffer unit, while the outfeed position refers to transferring the panel on the receiving component to the upstream and downstream equipment of the panel holding device. The rotary transfer platform, driven by the rotary drive unit, rotates the receiving component, allowing it to switch between the infeed and outfeed positions. The switching time is short, and the panel holding device does not require a conveyor belt for flow control; the rotary transfer platform replaces the conveyor belt, resulting in a simple overall structure, small footprint, and low cost. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a panel-mounted device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the receiving component structure of the panel holding device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0035] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the receiving component and the rotary drive component of the panel stationary device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0037] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the receiving connection plate of the panel holding device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the reinforcing connecting rod of the panel stationary device in some embodiments of this application;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotation drive component of the panel stationary device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0041] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified view of a portion of point C in the middle;

[0042] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cache unit of the panel stationary device in some embodiments of this application;

[0043] Figure 11 for Figure 10 A magnified view of a portion of point D in the middle;

[0044] Figure 12 This is a top view of a panel-mounted device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0045] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the CCD alignment component of the panel stationary device in some embodiments of this application;

[0046] Figure 14 The image shows a top view of a panel-mounted device embodying a barcode scanning mechanism, representing some embodiments of this application.

[0047] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0048] 1. Base frame; 11. Transfer base frame; 12. Buffer base frame; 121. Mounting bracket;

[0049] 2. Receiving component; 21. Receiving connecting plate; 211. Mounting groove; 212. First mounting hole; 213. Second mounting hole; 22. Insertion arm mechanism; 221. Middle insertion arm assembly; 2211. Insertion arm; 22111. Support block; 22111a. Support plane; 22112. Mounting plate; 22112a. Third mounting hole; 22113. Weight reduction through groove; 222. Edge insertion arm assembly; 223. Transition insertion arm assembly; 23. Suction nozzle; 24. Reinforcing connecting rod;

[0050] 3. Rotary drive component; 31. Rotary base; 32. Direct drive motor; 321. Support frame; 33. Limiting mechanism; 331. Feed switch; 332. Discharge switch; 333. Trigger;

[0051] 4. Buffer unit; 41. Buffer assembly; 411. Buffer board; 4111. Sensor; 412. Sleeve support assembly; 4121. Sleeve support frame; 4122. Flexible ring; 413. Side plate; 42. Displacement mechanism; 421. Servo motor; 422. Ball screw; 423. Slide rail slider assembly;

[0052] 5. Moving mechanism; 51. Dustproof protective plate;

[0053] 6. CCD alignment assembly; 61. CCD camera; 62. Adjustment assembly; 621. Lead screw module; 622. Camera support frame;

[0054] 7. QR code scanning organizations;

[0055] 8. Panel. Detailed Implementation

[0056] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0057] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0058] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0059] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0060] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0061] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0062] See Figure 1 , Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the structure of a panel 8 stationary device according to an embodiment of this application. The panel 8 stationary device provided in this embodiment includes a base frame 1, a rotary transfer platform, a buffer unit 4, and a moving mechanism 5. The rotary transfer platform includes a receiving component 2 and a rotary drive component 3. The receiving component 2 is used to receive the panel 8 and has an infeed position and an outfeed position. The rotary drive component 3 is connected to the receiving component 2 to drive the receiving component 2 to switch between the infeed position and the outfeed position. The buffer unit 4 includes a displacement mechanism 42 and a buffer space. Several buffer spaces are provided. The displacement mechanism 42 drives different buffer spaces to be opposite to the receiving component 2 at the infeed position. The moving mechanism 5 is disposed between the base frame 1 and the receiving component 2. The moving mechanism 5 drives the receiving component 2 to move so as to move the panel 8 from the infeed position to the buffer space.

[0063] like Figure 1As shown in the diagram, the Z direction is the first direction, the X direction is the second direction, and the Y direction is the third direction. The first, second, and third directions are all perpendicular to each other. The displacement mechanism 42 drives different buffer spaces to align with the receiving component 2 at the feeding position. That is, the displacement mechanism 42 ensures that the buffer space is aligned with the receiving component 2 at the feeding position. The moving mechanism 5 can drive the receiving component 2 to move the panel 8 from the feeding position to the corresponding buffer space. Once the buffer space has been filled with the panel 8, the displacement mechanism 42 can drive another buffer space to align with the receiving component 2 at the feeding position, awaiting the next feeding of the panel 8. Each buffer space can buffer the panel 8, and the buffer unit 4 with multiple buffer spaces can buffer a large number of panels 8.

[0064] It is understandable that the receiving component 2 can determine the discharge position according to the specific usage and the specific positions of the upstream and downstream equipment, because the receiving component 2 is driven by the rotary drive component 3. The receiving component 2 can move to different discharge positions by rotation to cooperate with the upstream and downstream equipment. The base frame 1 includes a transfer base frame 11 and a buffer base frame 12. The rotary transfer platform is set on the transfer base frame 11, and the buffer unit 4 is set on the buffer base frame 12.

[0065] In the aforementioned panel 8 stationary device, the rotary drive 3 in the rotary transfer platform drives the receiving component 2 to rotate to different positions, allowing the receiving component 2 to switch between the infeed and discharge positions. After receiving the panel 8 at the discharge position, the receiving component 2 moves to the infeed position. With the cooperation of the moving mechanism 5, the receiving component 2 moves from the infeed position to the buffer space. That is, the infeed position refers to placing the panel 8 on the receiving component 2 into the buffer unit 4, and the discharge position refers to transferring the panel 8 on the receiving component 2 to the upstream and downstream equipment of the panel 8 stationary device. The rotary transfer platform, driven by the rotary drive 3, drives the receiving component 2 to rotate, allowing it to switch between the infeed and discharge positions. The switching time of the rotational movement is short, and the panel 8 stationary device does not require a conveyor belt for flow guidance during use. The rotary transfer platform can replace the conveyor belt, making the overall structure of the panel 8 stationary device simple, space-saving, and low-cost.

[0066] See Figure 2 , Figure 2The diagram illustrates the structure of the receiving component 2 of a panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application. The rotary transfer platform includes the receiving component 2 and a rotary drive 3. The receiving component 2 is used to receive the panel 8 and has an infeed position and an outlet position. The rotary drive 3 is connected to the receiving component 2 to drive the receiving component 2 to switch between the infeed position and the outlet position. Specifically, in some embodiments, the receiving component 2 includes a receiving connecting plate 21 and an insert arm mechanism 22. The receiving connecting plate 21 is used to connect to the rotary drive 3, and the insert arm mechanism 22 includes a plurality of insert arms 2211 mounted on the receiving connecting plate 21. Insert arms 2211 are used to receive insert arms 2211. Multiple insert arms 2211 support the panel 8 from below. The insert arms 2211 are unobstructed from above, facilitating the placement of the panel 8. The insert arms 2211 are suitable for receiving and placing panels 8 of various sizes. They receive the panel 8 from below, without being limited by the edges of the panel 8; even extra-large panels 8 can be transferred using insert arms 2211. The receiving connecting plate 21 fixes the insert arms 2211 to the rotary drive component 3, allowing the insert arms 2211 to rotate under the drive of the rotary drive component 3. The position of the insert arms 2211 is switched by rotation, resulting in short switching times and improved efficiency.

[0067] See Figure 3 , Figure 3 It shows Figure 2 The enlarged schematic diagram at point A shows that in some embodiments, the receiving component 2 further includes a vacuum adsorption assembly. This assembly includes suction nozzles 23 and a vacuum pump. Several suction nozzles 23 are provided and located on the insert arm 2211. The vacuum pump is connected to the suction nozzles 23. Specifically, each insert arm 2211 has several suction nozzles 23. The vacuum pump performs a vacuum operation on the suction nozzles 23, allowing the panel 8 placed on the insert arm 2211 to be adsorbed by the suction nozzles 23. The suction nozzles 23 firmly adsorb the panel 8 onto the rotating transfer platform, preventing displacement of the panel 8 during platform rotation and thus improving the stability of panel 8 transport.

[0068] Specifically, in some embodiments, the insert arm 2211 is provided with a support block 22111, which has a support plane 22111a. When the panel 8 is adsorbed onto the suction nozzle 23, the support plane 22111a abuts against the bottom of the panel 8. Specifically, several support blocks 22111 are provided and positioned between the suction nozzles 23, with the support plane 22111a serving as auxiliary support. The suction nozzle 23 is generally made of a flexible material with a certain elastic deformation for better adsorption. If the panel 8 is placed directly on the suction nozzle 23, it may cause the panel 8 to tilt in the horizontal plane. By providing the support blocks 22111, the support effect of the insert arm 2211 is improved. When the panel 8 is not placed, the surface of the nozzle 23 is slightly higher than the support plane 22111a. When the panel 8 is placed on the nozzle 23, the nozzle 23 will be pressed down by the panel 8. Through the combined action of the support plane 22111a and the nozzle 23, the support plane 22111a can improve the stability of the panel 8.

[0069] Specifically, in some embodiments, the suction nozzle 23 and / or the support block 22111 are configured as anti-static components. The suction nozzle 23 is an anti-static component, or the support block 22111 is an anti-static component, and both the suction nozzle 23 and the support block 22111 are configured as anti-static components. The suction nozzle 23 may be made of anti-static rubber, and the support block 22111 may be made of anti-static acrylic; it is understood that other anti-static materials may also be used.

[0070] See Figure 4 and Figure 5 , Figure 4 The diagram shows a partial structural schematic of the receiving component 2 and the rotary drive component 3 of the panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 5 It shows Figure 4 The enlarged schematic diagram at point B shows that, specifically, in some embodiments, the receiving connecting plate 21 is provided with a mounting groove 211, and the insert arm 2211 is provided with a mounting plate 22112. The mounting plate 22112 is inserted into the mounting groove 211, and a mounting bolt is provided between the mounting plate 22112 and the receiving connecting plate 21. In some embodiments, a weight-reducing through groove 22113 is provided on the side wall of the insert arm 2211. The shape and position of the weight-reducing through groove 22113 are not specifically limited, as long as it has a weight-reducing effect, so that the insert arm 2211 can be moved more effortlessly.

[0071] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 6A partial structural schematic diagram of the receiving connection plate 21 of the panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application is shown. Specifically, the top of the receiving connection plate 21 is provided with a mounting groove 211, and the end of the insert arm 2211 is fixedly connected to a mounting plate 22112. The mounting plate 22112 and the insert arm 2211 are integrally formed. The mounting plate 22112 cooperates with the mounting groove 211, the bottom wall of the mounting plate 22112 abuts against the bottom wall of the mounting groove 211, and the end face of the insert arm 2211 abuts against the side wall of the receiving connection plate 21. The cooperation between the mounting plate 22112 and the mounting groove 211 improves the load-bearing capacity of the insert arm 2211. A first mounting hole 212 and a second mounting hole 213 are provided on the receiving connection plate 21. The first mounting hole 212 penetrates the receiving connection plate 21 along the X direction, and the second mounting hole 213 is provided in the bottom wall of the mounting groove 211. A third mounting hole 22112a is provided on the mounting plate 22112. A mounting bolt is installed in the third mounting hole 22112a and then threadedly connected to the second mounting hole 213, thereby achieving a primary fixed connection between the insert arm 2211 and the receiving connecting plate 21. A fourth connecting hole is provided on the end face of the insert arm 2211. A mounting bolt is also provided in the first mounting hole 212. This mounting bolt is threadedly connected to the fourth mounting hole after passing through the first mounting hole 212, thereby achieving a secondary fixed connection between the insert arm 2211 and the receiving connecting plate 21. The connection between the insert arm 2211 and the receiving connecting plate 21 is stable, further improving the stability of the insert arm 2211 supporting the panel 8. In addition, the threaded connection is achieved through the mounting bolt.

[0072] See Figure 4 Specifically, in some embodiments, the insert arm mechanism 22 includes a central insert arm group 221, an edge insert arm group 222, and a transition insert arm group 223. The edge insert arm group 222 includes at least two insert arms 2211, which are respectively located on both sides of the central insert arm group 221. The transition insert arm group 223 is disposed between the central insert arm group 221 and the edge insert arm group 222. The central insert arm group 221 includes two insert arms 2211 and is installed in the middle of the receiving connecting plate 21; the edge insert arm group 222 includes two insert arms 2211 and is respectively installed at both ends of the receiving connecting plate 21; the transition insert arm group 223 encloses the two insert arms 2211 and is respectively located on both sides of the central insert arm group 221. Multiple insert arms 2211 provide support. Regardless of the size of the panel 8, when placed in the middle of the insert arm mechanism 22, it will abut against the middle insert arm group 221, which provides support in the middle of the panel 8. The edge insert arm group 222 can support larger or extra-large panels 8. The transition insert arm group 223 provides auxiliary support to further improve stability, or supports the edges of medium-sized panels 8 during transport.

[0073] See Figure 7 , Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the reinforcing connecting rod 24 of the panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application is shown. Specifically, a reinforcing connecting rod 24 is provided between adjacent insert arms 2211. The two ends of the reinforcing connecting rod 24 are fixedly connected to the insert arms 2211 on both sides, thereby further strengthening the structural strength and support stability of the insert arm mechanism 22.

[0074] See Figure 8 and Figure 9 , Figure 8 This application shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotary drive 3 of the panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments. Figure 9 It shows Figure 8 The enlarged schematic diagram at point C shows that in some embodiments, the rotary drive 3 includes a rotary seat 31 and a direct drive motor 32 mounted on the rotary seat 31. The direct drive motor 32 is connected to the receiving part 2.

[0075] Specifically, the axis of the direct drive motor 32 is arranged along the first direction. The direct drive motor 32, also known as a direct drive motor or DD (Direct Drive Motor), refers to a motor that drives a load without a transmission device, such as a belt or rack and pinion. In this solution, the direct drive motor 32 directly drives the receiving component 2 to rotate, resulting in smooth operation, strong power, reduced noise in the production workshop, and energy savings. Compared to traditional technologies where lifting temporary storage equipment requires rack and pinion transmission, which compromises cleanliness and makes adjustment and debugging difficult, the rotary drive component 3 in this application uses a direct drive motor 32, which has a simple structure, occupies little space, and is easy to maintain and debug. A support frame 321 is fixedly installed at the output end of the direct drive motor 32, which is used to mount the receiving connection plate 21.

[0076] In some embodiments, a limiting mechanism 33 is provided between the rotating base 31 and the direct drive motor 32. The limiting mechanism 33 includes an infeed switch 331, an outlet switch 332, and a trigger 333. The infeed switch 331 is fixedly connected to the rotating base 31, the outlet switch 332 is fixedly connected to the rotating base 31, and the trigger 333 is fixedly connected to the rotation output end of the direct drive motor 32. When the receiving part 2 is in the infeed position, the trigger 333 triggers the infeed switch 331. When the receiving part 2 is in the outlet position, the trigger 333 triggers the outlet switch 332.

[0077] Specifically, the output end of the direct drive motor 32 is fixedly connected to the trigger 333. When the direct drive motor 32 drives the receiving component 2 to rotate, the trigger 333 rotates together. When the receiving component 2 is in the feeding position, the trigger 333 triggers the feeding switch 331, and the direct drive motor 32 stops rotating, stopping the receiving component 2 at the feeding position. When the receiving component 2 is in the discharging position, the trigger 333 triggers the discharging switch 332, and the direct drive motor 32 stops rotating, stopping the receiving component 2 at the discharging position, making the position switching of the receiving component 2 more accurate. The limit mechanism 33 provides hard limits for the direct drive motor 32 at both the feeding and discharging positions, preventing the direct drive motor 32 from running away during debugging.

[0078] Specifically, in some embodiments, the moving mechanism 5 includes a linear motor mounted on the base frame 1, with its output end fixedly connected to the rotating seat 31. The linear motor is positioned along a third direction and can drive the rotating seat 31 towards or away from the buffer unit 4, thereby driving the receiving component 2 towards or away from the buffer unit 4. A linear motor is a transmission device that directly converts electrical energy into linear motion mechanical energy without any intermediate conversion mechanism; it has a simple structure and is easy to maintain and use. In some embodiments, the linear motor has a dustproof guard plate 51, which prevents foreign objects from falling onto the stator of the linear motor, maintaining the smoothness and stability of the linear motor's operation, thereby ensuring the movement stability of the receiving component 2. Both ends of the moving mechanism 5 are equipped with buffers for cushioning. It is understood that the moving mechanism 5 can use other linear motion mechanisms, as long as they can drive the rotating seat 31 and the receiving component 2 together towards or away from the buffer unit 4; further details are omitted here.

[0079] See Figure 10 and Figure 11 , Figure 10 The diagram shows a schematic representation of the structure of the buffer unit 4 of the panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 11 It shows Figure 10 The enlarged schematic diagram at point D shows that, specifically, in some embodiments, the buffer unit 4 further includes a buffer component 41, buffer spaces are arranged on the buffer component 41 along the first direction, and a displacement mechanism 42 is disposed between the buffer component 41 and the base frame 1. The displacement mechanism 42 drives the buffer component 41 to move along the first direction so as to drive different buffer spaces to be opposite to the receiving part 2 at the feeding position.

[0080] In some embodiments, two sets of displacement mechanisms 42 are provided, positioned on either side of the buffer assembly. The buffer base 12 is provided with mounting brackets 121 for mounting the displacement mechanisms 42. Two mounting brackets 121 are provided and positioned on either side of the buffer assembly, making the drive of the displacement mechanisms 42 to the buffer assembly more stable. Specifically, the displacement mechanism 42 includes a servo motor 421, a reducer, and a ball screw 422. The servo motor 421 and the reducer are connected to provide power, driving the ball screw 422 to rotate, thereby causing the ball nut on the ball screw 422 to move up and down in a first direction. The ball nut is fixedly connected to the buffer assembly. A slide rail slider assembly 423 is provided between the buffer assembly and the mounting bracket 121. The slide rail slider assembly 423 includes two slide rails fixed to the mounting bracket 121, each slide rail slidably connected to a slider, which is fixedly connected to the buffer assembly. The servo motor 421 and the reducer drive the buffer assembly to move up and down in the first direction via the ball screw.

[0081] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 121 can be adjusted in position on the buffer base 12. Specifically, the mounting bracket 121 can be adjusted in a second direction and a third direction on the buffer base 12 to adjust the parallelism of the displacement mechanisms 42 on both sides of the buffer assembly 41. Specifically, the adjustment can be achieved by using multiple threaded holes and bolts to allow the mounting bracket 121 to be removed from the buffer base 12, its position changed, and then fixed in place with bolts.

[0082] Specifically, when it is necessary to place the panel 8 in the buffer unit 4, the buffer unit 4 without the panel 8 can be aligned with the receiving part 2 simply by driving the displacement mechanism 42. The buffer space is arranged in the buffer assembly 41 along the first direction, so that the panel 8 is arranged in the buffer unit 4 along the first direction. In actual use, the first direction is mostly vertical. This setting can make full use of the space of the buffer space in the first direction, save the overall footprint of the buffer unit 4, and make the overall structure of the panel 8 stationary device more compact.

[0083] In some embodiments, the buffer assembly 41 includes a buffer plate 411 and a sleeve support assembly 412. A plurality of sleeve support assemblies 412 are arranged along a first direction, forming a buffer space between adjacent sleeve support assemblies 412. Each sleeve support assembly 412 includes a plurality of sleeve support frames 4121 arranged along a second direction, perpendicular to the first direction. Each sleeve support assembly 412 includes a plurality of sleeve support frames 4121 arranged along the second direction. The sleeve support frames 4121 are cylindrical and have arc-shaped outer walls, providing support for the panels 8 that need to be temporarily stored there. The arc-shaped outer walls allow the sleeve support frames 4121 to provide stable support while reducing the contact area with the panels 8, thus reducing the impact on the panels 8 during placement. In some embodiments, ten layers of sleeve support frames 4121 are arranged in the second direction, capable of buffering at least ten panels 8. The distance between each pair of sleeve support frames 4121 is 50-80cm higher than the height of the insert arm 2211, preferably 50cm, so that the insert arm 2211 has enough space to smoothly pick up and put in materials, and can temporarily store as many panels 8 as possible in a limited space. Each buffer space is equipped with a sensor 4111 that can detect the presence or absence of products (see reference). Figure 12 This is to monitor the temporary storage status of panel 8 of the stationary device.

[0084] In some embodiments, the cache component 41 further includes a side plate 413, one end of which is connected to the displacement mechanism 42 and the other end of which is connected to the cache plate 411.

[0085] The buffer plate 411 serves as the base for mounting and fixing the sleeve support assembly 412. The sleeve support assembly 412 is connected to the displacement mechanism 42 through the connection between the side plate 413 and the buffer plate 411. When the receiving part 2 extends into the buffer space with the panel 8, the panel 8 has not yet made direct contact with the sleeve support frame 4121. At this time, the displacement assembly drives the buffer plate 411 to move along the first direction and upward until the sleeve support frame 4121 abuts against the bottom of the panel 8. At this time, the panel 8 simultaneously bears the dual support of the insert arm 2211 and the sleeve support frame 4121. The suction force of the suction nozzle 23 is brought into contact by the vacuum pump, and the displacement component continues to drive the buffer plate 411 to move upward. At this time, the position of the insertion arm 2211 remains unchanged, and the panel 8 moves upward under the drive of the sleeve support frame 4121. The insertion arm 2211 is staggered with the sleeve support frame 4121 in the first direction. The insertion arm 2211 can exit the buffer space through the gap between the sleeve support frames 4121, so that the panel 8 is separated from the insertion arm 2211, thus realizing the action of placing the panel 8 on the insertion arm 2211 onto the sleeve support frame 4121.

[0086] Specifically, in some embodiments, the sleeve support frame 4121 is fitted with a plurality of flexible rings 4122. The flexible rings 4122 are elastic. In some embodiments, the flexible rings 4122 can be directly configured as industrial sealing rings. The industrial sealing rings are fitted onto the outer wall of the sleeve support frame 4121. When the sleeve support frame 4121 approaches the panel 8, the flexible rings 4122 contact the panel 8 first, which can play a certain buffering role and further avoid the panel 8 from being bumped when placed.

[0087] See Figure 12 , Figure 12 A top view of a panel 8 holding device according to some embodiments of this application is shown. In some embodiments, the panel 8 holding device can be used to transfer rectangular panels 8. It is understood that, because the panel 8 holding device supports and transfers the panel 8 through the insert arm 2211 of the insert arm 2211 assembly, it has good adaptability to the shape and size of the transferred panel 8, and can be used for panels 8 of various specifications and sizes. It can even be used to transfer and temporarily store other plate-shaped workpieces, and has extremely strong versatility.

[0088] See Figure 13 , Figure 13 The diagram illustrates the structure of the CCD alignment component 6 of a panel 8 stationary device according to some embodiments of this application. In some embodiments, the panel 8 stationary device further includes a controller and the CCD alignment component 6. The CCD alignment component 6 includes a CCD camera 61 and a light source. The CCD camera 61 is used to acquire visual signals from the panel 8 and transmit the visual signals to the controller. The controller is connected to the rotating drive component 3 and the moving mechanism 5, respectively. A distance adjustment component 62 is provided between the CCD camera 61 and the base frame 1. The distance adjustment component 62 includes a lead screw module 621 mounted on the base frame 1 and a camera support frame 622 connected to the output end of the lead screw module 621. The CCD camera 61 is mounted on the camera support frame 622. The camera support frame 622, provided between the distance adjustment component 62 and the CCD camera 61, supports the CCD camera 61 so that the CCD camera 61 obtains a better field of view.

[0089] Specifically, CCD stands for Charge Coupled Device, which can convert light into electrical charge, store and transfer that charge, and also retrieve the stored charge to change the voltage. A CCD camera 61 constructed from this device is small, lightweight, unaffected by magnetic fields, and resistant to vibration and impact, making it ideal for this application. The CCD camera 61 is equipped with a point light source, which is also fitted with a coaxial light source above it. These light sources illuminate the markers on the panel 8 so that the camera can capture them. The lead screw module 621 is positioned along the second direction, allowing the CCD camera 61 to automatically adjust its distance to adapt to different panel sizes when switching between 60 and 100 inches. CCD alignment components 6 are located on both sides of the moving mechanism 5, used to capture the markers on both sides of the panel 8. During docking with upstream and downstream equipment, movement errors may occur during the transfer process. The CCD alignment components 6 can compare the captured markers with the template, and through a visual algorithm, in conjunction with the moving mechanism 5 and the direct drive motor 32, correct the large panel 8.

[0090] like Figure 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the panel 8 stationary device further includes a barcode scanning mechanism 7. The panel 8 is provided with an information code, and the barcode scanning mechanism 7 is used to scan the information code. The barcode scanning mechanism 7 is mounted on the base frame 1 and is signal-connected to the controller. The barcode scanning mechanism 7 can scan and identify the panel 8 for use by the controller, and can record the panel 8 cached by the panel 8 stationary device.

[0091] When the entire production line requires buffering, the rotary transfer platform of the aforementioned panel 8 holding device transfers the oversized panels 8 from the upstream equipment to the buffer unit 4. Once the downstream equipment is running smoothly, the panels 8 in the buffer unit 4 are released and transferred to the downstream equipment via the rotary transfer platform. When the entire production line is running smoothly, the rotary platform of this device directly transfers the large-sized panels 8 from the upstream equipment to the downstream equipment. This panel 8 holding device adopts a structure of insert arm 2211 plus a rotary platform, which can accommodate multiple working modes and large-sized panels 8 ranging from 60 to 100 inches. It has many advantages such as short changeover time, strong compatibility, and large storage capacity, and can improve the overall production line efficiency, reduce costs, and increase the level of automation.

[0092] Traditional temporary storage equipment relies on assembly lines, is complex in structure, expensive, and uses gears and racks as transmission tools. Cleanliness cannot be guaranteed, adjustments are difficult, and debugging is challenging. Gear and rack systems also increase the risk of accidental injury. Conveyor belts are required at both ends, resulting in significant space consumption. The panel 8 stationary equipment of this application adopts a structure of insert arm 2211 plus a rotary transfer platform. This results in shorter changeover times, improved production efficiency, a simpler structure, and lower cost, contributing to cost reduction. It is compatible with various panel 8 sizes from 60 to 100 inches, offering strong compatibility and large storage capacity. A safety door and lock can be installed on the base frame 1; opening the safety door automatically pauses the operation of the panel 8 stationary equipment, reducing the risk of accidents caused by manual operation. Furthermore, the CCD alignment component 6 of this equipment can automatically adjust its pitch and can be integrated with software to achieve automatic model switching, improving the level of automation.

[0093] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0094] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A panel stilling device, characterized in that, The panel static setting device includes: Base frame; and A rotary transfer platform includes a receiving component and a rotary drive component. The receiving component receives a panel and has an inlet position and an outlet position. The rotary drive component is connected to the receiving component to drive the receiving component to switch between the inlet position and the outlet position. The receiving component includes an insert arm mechanism, which includes a plurality of insert arms. The receiving component also includes a vacuum adsorption assembly, which includes a plurality of suction nozzles disposed on the insert arms. A support block is disposed on each insert arm, and the support block has a support plane. When the panel is not placed on the receiving component, the surface of the suction nozzle is higher than the support plane of the support block. The suction nozzle is made of a flexible material and has elastic deformation. When the panel is adsorbed onto the suction nozzle, the suction nozzle can be pressed down by the panel. The support plane abuts against the bottom of the panel, and the panel is supported by the support plane and the suction nozzle. A buffer unit, comprising a displacement mechanism and a buffer space, wherein a plurality of buffer spaces are provided, and the displacement mechanism drives different buffer spaces to be opposite to the receiving component at the feeding position; A moving mechanism is disposed between the base frame and the receiving component. The moving mechanism drives the receiving component to move, thereby moving the panel from the feeding position to the buffer space.

2. The panel stilling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving component includes: A receiving connection plate is used to connect with the rotary drive component; a plurality of the insert arms are mounted on the receiving connection plate.

3. The panel stilling device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The vacuum adsorption assembly includes: A vacuum pump, which is connected to the suction nozzle.

4. The panel stilling device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The suction nozzle and / or the support block are configured as anti-static components.

5. The panel stilling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotary drive includes a rotary base and a direct drive motor mounted on the rotary base, and the direct drive motor is connected to the receiving component.

6. The panel stilling device according to claim 5, characterized in that, A limiting mechanism is provided between the rotary seat and the direct drive motor, the limiting mechanism comprising: A feed switch is fixedly connected to the rotary seat; A discharge switch, which is fixedly connected to the rotary seat; A trigger element, which is fixedly connected to the rotary output end of the direct drive motor; When the receiving component is in the feeding position, the triggering component activates the feeding switch; when the receiving component is in the discharging position, the triggering component activates the discharging switch.

7. The panel stilling device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The moving mechanism includes a linear motor, which is mounted on the base frame, and the output end of the linear motor is fixedly connected to the rotating base.

8. The panel stilling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer unit further includes a buffer component, the buffer spaces are arranged on the buffer component along a first direction, the displacement mechanism is disposed between the buffer component and the base frame, and the displacement mechanism drives the buffer component to move along the first direction so as to drive different buffer spaces to be opposite to the receiving part at the feeding position.

9. The panel stilling device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The caching component includes: Cache board; and A sleeve support assembly, wherein a plurality of sleeve support assemblies are arranged along a first direction, and a buffer space is formed between adjacent sleeve support assemblies, the sleeve support assembly including a plurality of sleeve support frames arranged along a second direction, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

10. The panel stilling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel stilling device also includes a controller and a CCD alignment component. The CCD alignment component includes a CCD camera and a light source. The CCD camera is used to collect visual signals from the panel and transmit the visual signals to the controller. The controller is connected to the rotating drive and the moving mechanism respectively. An adjustment assembly is provided between the CCD camera and the base frame. The adjustment assembly includes a lead screw module mounted on the base frame and a camera support frame connected to the output end of the lead screw module. The CCD camera is mounted on the camera support frame.

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