Anode plate transfer integrated system

Abstract

This invention discloses an integrated anode plate transfer system comprising a water tank, a gantry robot, a chain conveyor, a rinsing device, a detection device, and a sorting device. Anode plates are placed in the water tank. The gantry robot transports the anode plates from the water tank to the chain conveyor. The rinsing device is mounted beside the chain conveyor and is adapted to rinse the anode plates on the chain conveyor. The detection device is mounted beside the chain conveyor and located downstream of the rinsing device to receive the anode plates output from the rinsing device and determine their qualification. The sorting device is connected to the chain conveyor and located downstream of the detection device, and is adapted to sort qualified and unqualified anode plates. The integrated anode plate transfer system provided by this invention has the advantages of low labor intensity and high transfer efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of anode plate technology, and more specifically, to an integrated anode plate transfer system. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, manual transfer using forklifts is often used between the processes of anode plate removal, rinsing, testing, and sorting. This method involves transferring more than ten anode plates at a time, with a total weight of approximately four tons. The large weight of the anode plates transferred each time results in high labor intensity for workers. Furthermore, this method leads to long intervals between adjacent transfers, resulting in low transfer efficiency. In summary, related technologies suffer from drawbacks such as high labor intensity and low transfer efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in related technologies. To this end, embodiments of this invention propose an integrated anode plate transfer system, which has the advantages of low labor intensity and high transfer efficiency.

[0004] An anode plate transfer integration system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a water tank, a gantry robot, a chain conveyor, a rinsing device, a detection device, and a sorting device. Anode plates are placed in the water tank. The gantry robot is used to transport the anode plates in the water tank to the chain conveyor. The rinsing device is mounted beside the chain conveyor and is adapted to rinse the anode plates on the chain conveyor. The detection device is mounted beside the chain conveyor and located downstream of the rinsing device to receive the anode plates output by the rinsing device and determine the qualification of the anode plates. The sorting device is connected to the chain conveyor and located downstream of the detection device, and is adapted to sort qualified and unqualified anode plates.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the anode plate transfer integrated system uses a gantry robot to perform plate picking operations and a chain conveyor to achieve the transfer of anode plates between the rinsing device, the testing device, and the sorting device. This improves the automation of the anode plate transfer integrated system, reduces the degree of worker involvement, and thus reduces the labor intensity of workers. Furthermore, the gantry robot and the chain conveyor enable assembly line operations for anode plates, thereby achieving continuous transfer of anode plates and improving transfer efficiency.

[0006] In some embodiments, the anode plate transfer integration system further includes a fixed baffle and a movable baffle. The fixed baffle is connected to the chain conveyor and located upstream of the rinsing device. The fixed baffle is located on a first side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The movable baffle is located on a second side of the chain conveyor in its width direction and is symmetrical to the fixed baffle in the width direction of the chain conveyor. The movable baffle is slidable along the width direction of the chain conveyor. An movable gap is formed between the movable baffle and the fixed baffle to accommodate the anode plate. When the gantry robot places the anode plate in the water tank onto the chain conveyor, the anode plate is placed within the movable gap, and the movable baffle and the fixed baffle respectively clamp the first and second surfaces of the anode plate.

[0007] In some embodiments, the anode plate transfer integration system further includes a first roller group and a second roller group. The first roller group comprises multiple rollers spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor. Each first roller group includes multiple first rollers spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The first rollers are mounted on the side of the movable baffle facing the movable gap and are adapted to roll contact with a first surface of the anode plate in the movable gap. The second roller group comprises multiple rollers spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor. Each second roller group includes multiple second rollers spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The second rollers are mounted on the side of the fixed baffle facing the movable gap and are adapted to roll contact with a second surface of the anode plate in the movable gap.

[0008] In some embodiments, there are two rinsing devices arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. One of the two rinsing devices, located upstream, is used to rinse large pieces of release agent from the surface of the anode plate, and the other, located downstream, is used to rinse small pieces of release agent from the surface of the anode plate.

[0009] In some embodiments, the rinsing device includes a first support, brush roller groups, water pipe groups, and a water tank. The first support is mounted beside the chain conveyor. There are two brush roller groups, positioned on either side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. Each brush roller group includes multiple brush rollers spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The brush rollers extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor and are mounted on the first support. When the anode plate is located in the rinsing device, the brush rollers of the two brush roller groups clean the first and second surfaces of the anode plate, respectively. There are two water pipe groups, positioned on either side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The water pipe assembly includes multiple water pipes spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The multiple water pipes and multiple brush rollers on the same side are alternately arranged. The water pipes extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor and are fixed to the first support. The water pipes are provided with multiple nozzles spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor. When the anode plate is located in the rinsing device, the nozzles of the two water pipe assemblies respectively rinse the first and second surfaces of the anode plate. The water tank is located below the chain conveyor. The water pipes and the water tank are connected. The top wall of the water tank is provided with multiple water holes for receiving the water flow after the nozzles rinse the anode plate.

[0010] In some embodiments, the rinsing device further includes a housing and an air knife. The housing is covered on the outside of the first support, and the inlet and outlet of the housing are provided with soft curtains for blocking water. The air knife is installed on the first support and located at the outlet of the housing. The air knife is used to blow away water droplets on the anode plate that have been rinsed and are output from the outlet of the housing.

[0011] In some embodiments, the detection device includes a second support, a clamp, a rotating frame, a third support, and a fourth support. The second support is mounted beside the chain conveyor. Two clamps are symmetrically arranged in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The clamps are pivotally mounted on the second support along a first axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor. Each clamp has a through slot extending in its length direction for the anode plate to pass through and be placed. The clamp has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the length direction of the clamp is aligned with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, and the anode plate is engaged in the two through slots, with the two clamps defining the position of the anode plate. In the second position, the length direction of the clamp is aligned with the height direction of the chain conveyor, and the two clamps are separated from the anode plate. The rotating frame is positioned... The chain conveyor is pivotally mounted on the second bracket on one side of its width direction and along a second axis extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The top of the rotating frame has a top rod that abuts against the upper part of the first plate surface of the anode plate. The bottom of the rotating frame has a support rod that extends in the width direction of the chain conveyor and is located below the anode plate in the detection device. The support rod has a groove in which the lower part of the anode plate engages. The third bracket and the fourth bracket are located on both sides of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The third bracket is equipped with a first 3D digital camera, and the fourth bracket is equipped with a second 3D digital camera that is higher than the first 3D digital camera. The first 3D digital camera and the second 3D digital camera are used to perform three-dimensional imaging of the anode plate from both sides.

[0012] In some embodiments, there are two sorting devices arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, with the upstream sorting device suitable for sorting qualified anode plates and the downstream sorting device suitable for sorting unqualified anode plates.

[0013] In some embodiments, the sorting device includes a fifth support, baffles, a first double-chain conveyor, and a double-crank mechanism. The fifth support is mounted beside the chain conveyor and has a baffle extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The baffle is located on one side of the chain conveyor in its width direction and is used to block the second surface of the anode plate. There are two baffles symmetrical in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, and both baffles are located on the other side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The baffles are pivotally mounted on the fifth support along a third axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor. The baffles have a third position and a fourth position. In the third position, the length direction of the baffle is aligned with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, and a limiting gap is formed between the baffles and the baffle. The anode plate is engaged with the limiting gap. The position gap is defined by the stop bar and the baffle plate. In the fourth position, the length direction of the stop bar is consistent with the height direction of the chain conveyor, and the anode plate is separated from the stop bar and the baffle plate. The first double chain conveyor is located on the side of the stop bar away from the chain conveyor, and the conveying direction of the first double chain conveyor is orthogonal to the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The double crank mechanism has two parts, which are respectively adjacent to the two chains of the first double chain conveyor. The double crank mechanism is slidably mounted on the first double chain conveyor along the width direction of the chain conveyor. The anode plate has two lugs opposite to each other in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The two double crank mechanisms and the two lugs correspond one-to-one, so that the two double crank mechanisms can slide to the bottom of the corresponding lugs and lift the two lugs to the two chains of the first double chain conveyor.

[0014] In some embodiments, the anode plate transfer integration system further includes a second double-chain conveyor and a gravity sensor. The second double-chain conveyor is disposed within the water tank and extends in the width direction of the chain plate conveyor. Two lugs of the anode plate in the water tank are respectively hung on two chains of the second double-chain conveyor. The first end of the second double-chain conveyor is connected to the gantry manipulator. The gantry manipulator includes two grippers opposite each other in the conveying direction of the chain plate conveyor. The two grippers are used to hook and lift the two lugs respectively to transport the anode plate from the water tank to the chain plate conveyor. The gravity sensor is installed on the gantry manipulator and connected to either of the grippers. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an anode plate transfer integration system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the flushing device, movable baffle, and fixed baffle of the anode plate transfer integrated system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the detection device of the anode plate transfer integrated system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a sorting device in an anode plate transfer integration system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the double crank mechanism of the anode plate transfer integrated system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating frame of the anode plate transfer integration system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 7 This is a partial schematic diagram of an anode plate transfer integration system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Reference numerals: 1. Water tank; 11. Anode plate; 111. Hanging lug; 12. Second double chain conveyor; 2. Gantry robot; 21. Gripper; 22. Gravity sensor; 3. Chain plate conveyor; 4. Washing device; 41. First support; 42. Brush roller; 43. Water pipe; 44. Water tank; 45. Outer shell; 5. Detection device; 51. Second support; 52. Fixture; 521. Through groove; 53. Rotating frame; 531. Top rod; 532. Support rod; 533. Concave 54. Slot; 541. Third support; 55. Fourth support; 551. Second 3D digital camera; 6. Sorting device; 61. Fifth support; 611. Baffle; 62. Baffle bar; 63. First double chain conveyor; 64. Double crank mechanism; 641. Slide bar; 642. Crank; 643. Connecting rod; 644. Slot; 65. Limiting clearance; 7. Fixed baffle; 71. Movable clearance; 8. Moving baffle; 9. Rail-guided shuttle trolley. Detailed Implementation

[0023] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0024] The following is combined with Figures 1-7 An integrated anode plate transfer system according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0025] like Figure 1As shown, the anode plate transfer integrated system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a water tank 1, a gantry robot 2, a chain conveyor 3, a rinsing device 4, a detection device 5, and a sorting device 6. Anode plates 11 are placed in the water tank 1. The gantry robot 2 is used to transport the anode plates 11 in the water tank 1 to the chain conveyor 3. The rinsing device 4 is mounted beside the chain conveyor 3 and is adapted to rinse the anode plates 11 on the chain conveyor 3. The detection device 5 is mounted beside the chain conveyor 3 and located downstream of the rinsing device 4 to receive the anode plates 11 output from the rinsing device 4 and determine the qualification of the anode plates 11. The sorting device 6 is connected to the chain conveyor 3 and located downstream of the detection device 5. The sorting device 6 is adapted to sort qualified anode plates 11 and unqualified anode plates 11.

[0026] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the anode plate transfer integrated system uses a gantry robot 2 to perform plate picking operations and a chain conveyor 3 to achieve the transfer of anode plates 11 between the washing device 4, the detection device 5, and the sorting device 6. This improves the automation of the anode plate transfer integrated system, reduces the degree of worker involvement, and thus reduces the labor intensity of workers. Furthermore, the gantry robot 2 and the chain conveyor 3 can realize assembly line operations for the anode plates 11, thereby achieving continuous transfer of the anode plates 11 and improving transfer efficiency.

[0027] It should be noted that the water tank 1 is filled with water for cooling the anode plate 11 in the water tank 1.

[0028] Specifically, the chain conveyor 3 transports the anode plate 11 in a stepping manner, and the anode plate 11 is held / paused in the rinsing device 4, the detection device 5 and the sorting device 6.

[0029] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a fixed baffle 7 and a movable baffle 8. The fixed baffle 7 is connected to the chain conveyor 3 and is located upstream of the rinsing device 4. The fixed baffle 7 is located on the first side of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction. The movable baffle 8 is located on the second side of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction and is symmetrical to the fixed baffle 7 in the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The movable baffle 8 can slide along the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The movable baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7 form an movable gap 71 for accommodating the anode plate 11. When the gantry robot 2 places the anode plate 11 in the water tank 1 onto the chain conveyor 3, the anode plate 11 is placed in the movable gap 71, and the movable baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7 respectively clamp the first plate surface and the second plate surface of the anode plate 11.

[0030] Initially, the sliding baffle 8 increases the clearance 71 between the sliding baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7, facilitating the placement of the anode plate 11. Once the anode plate 11 is positioned within this clearance 71, the sliding baffle 8 is slid again, decreasing the clearance 71 between the sliding baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7. Simultaneously, the anode plate 11 is clamped between the sliding baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7. The sliding baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7 prevent the anode plate 11 from tipping over and sliding off the chain conveyor 3, providing appropriate restraint and ensuring the stability of the anode plate 11 during transport. Furthermore, the sliding baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7 keep the anode plate 11 in an upright position, facilitating connection to the downstream rinsing device 4.

[0031] Understandably, the anode plate 11 has adequate space to move when it is clamped by the movable baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7. That is, the movable baffle 8 and the fixed baffle 7 limit the movement of the anode plate 11. This design ensures that the anode plate 11 neither tilts onto the chain conveyor 3 nor generates a large frictional force with the fixed baffle 7 and the movable baffle 8, thus realizing the transportation of the anode plate 11 in an upright state.

[0032] Understandably, the movable baffle 8 is located upstream of the flushing device 4.

[0033] Specifically, the chain conveyor 3 is equipped with a first linear motor, which is connected to the movable stop 8 to drive the movable stop 8 to slide.

[0034] For ease of understanding, Figure 1 Arrow B in the diagram indicates the width direction of the chain conveyor 3.

[0035] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a first roller group and a second roller group. The first roller group comprises multiple rollers spaced apart along the height direction of the chain conveyor 3. Each first roller group includes multiple first rollers spaced apart along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The first rollers are mounted on the side of the movable baffle 8 facing the movable gap 71 and are adapted to roll contact with the first surface of the anode plate 11 in the movable gap 71. Similarly, the second roller group comprises multiple rollers spaced apart along the height direction of the chain conveyor 3. Each second roller group includes multiple second rollers spaced apart along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The second rollers are mounted on the side of the fixed baffle 7 facing the movable gap 71 and are adapted to roll contact with the second surface of the anode plate 11 in the movable gap 71.

[0036] Therefore, the first roller and the second roller respectively clamp the first and second surfaces of the anode plate 11, maintaining the anode plate 11 in an upright state and preventing it from slipping off the chain conveyor 3. This also achieves the effect of rolling friction with the anode plate 11, reducing the resistance during transport and ensuring reliable transport. Furthermore, the first roller and the second roller provide guidance for the conveying direction of the anode plate 11.

[0037] Understandably, the first roller is mounted on the movable stop 8.

[0038] Understandably, the second roller is mounted on the fixed stop 7.

[0039] Specifically, the circumferential surface of the first roller is provided with first bristles that contact the first plate surface of the anode plate 11, which facilitates the cleaning of impurities from the anode plate 11 when it moves.

[0040] Specifically, the circumferential surface of the second roller is provided with second bristles that contact the second plate surface of the anode plate 11, which facilitates the cleaning of impurities from the anode plate 11 as it moves.

[0041] For ease of understanding, Figure 1 Arrow A in the diagram indicates the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3, and arrow C indicates the height direction of the chain conveyor 3.

[0042] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, there are two rinsing devices 4 arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. One of the two rinsing devices 4, located upstream, is used to rinse the large pieces of release agent on the surface of the anode plate 11, and the other is located downstream, used to rinse the small pieces of release agent on the surface of the anode plate 11.

[0043] Thus, the two rinsing devices 4 achieve graded rinsing of the anode plate 11, increase the cleaning intensity of the anode plate 11, improve the cleaning effect of the anode plate 11, greatly reduce the residual impurities of the anode plate 11, improve the cleanliness of the anode plate 11, and thus ensure the quality of the electrolytically refined copper of the anode plate 11 during application.

[0044] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, the rinsing device 4 includes a first support 41, a brush roller assembly, a water pipe assembly, and a water tank 44. The first support 41 is mounted on the side of the chain conveyor 3. There are two brush roller assemblies, which are respectively located on both sides of the chain conveyor 3 in the width direction. The brush roller assemblies include multiple brush rollers 42 that are spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The brush rollers 42 extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor 3 and are mounted on the first support 41. When the anode plate 11 is located in the rinsing device 4, the brush rollers 42 of the two brush roller assemblies clean the first and second surfaces of the anode plate 11, respectively. There are two water pipe assemblies, located on both sides of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction. Each water pipe assembly includes multiple water pipes 43 spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. These water pipes 43 and multiple brush rollers 42 on the same side are alternately arranged. The water pipes 43 extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor 3 and are fixed to the first support 41. Each water pipe 43 has multiple nozzles spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor 3. When the anode plate 11 is located in the rinsing device 4, the nozzles of the two water pipe assemblies respectively rinse the first and second surfaces of the anode plate 11. A water tank 44 is located below the chain conveyor 3, and the water pipes 43 are connected to the water tank 44. The top wall of the water tank 44 has multiple water holes for receiving the water flow after the nozzles rinse the anode plate 11.

[0045] Therefore, when the anode plate 11 is located in the rinsing device 4, the nozzles of the two water pipe groups rinse the first and second surfaces of the anode plate 11 respectively. At the same time, the brush roller 42 rotates and cleans the first and second surfaces of the anode plate 11. The combined use of the nozzles and the brush roller 42 improves the cleaning efficiency and depth of the anode plate 11, further enhancing the cleanliness of the cleaned anode plate 11.

[0046] In addition, the water flow after being output from the nozzle and used to rinse the anode plate 11 can flow back into the water tank 44 through the water hole. This achieves the recycling of water in the water tank 44, reduces water consumption, and saves water resources.

[0047] Understandably, the water tank 44 is used to supply water to the water pipe 43, thereby enabling the nozzle to continuously flush the anode plate 11.

[0048] Specifically, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes conduits, with an equal number of conduits and water pipes 43 that correspond one-to-one. The water pipes 43 are connected to the water tank 44 via corresponding conduits. The conduits are used to guide water from the water tank 44 into the water pipes 43.

[0049] Specifically, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a water pump that connects the water tank 44 to each of the multiple conduits, thereby enabling the water in the water tank 44 to be transported to the multiple conduits and then to the multiple water pipes 43.

[0050] Specifically, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a first rotary motor. The number of first rotary motors and brush rollers 42 are equal and correspond one-to-one. The first rotary motor is installed on the first bracket 41 and connected to the brush rollers 42 so as to drive the brush rollers 42 to rotate.

[0051] Specifically, the nozzles in the two rinsing devices 4 have different openings, resulting in different water pressures output from the nozzles, thus achieving two-stage rinsing of the anode plate 11. Simultaneously, the brush rollers 42 in the two rinsing devices 4 rotate at different speeds, thereby achieving two-stage cleaning of the anode plate 11.

[0052] Among the two rinsing devices 4, the nozzle of the upstream rinsing device 4 has a larger opening, lower output water pressure, and lower rotation speed of the brush roller 42; the nozzle of the downstream rinsing device 4 has a smaller opening, higher output water pressure, and higher rotation speed of the brush roller 42.

[0053] It should be noted that the dwell / pause time of the anode plate 11 in each flushing device 4 is 25 seconds.

[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the rinsing device 4 also includes a housing 45 and an air knife. The housing 45 is fitted over the outside of the first support 41, and both the inlet and outlet of the housing 45 are provided with flexible curtains for water blocking. The air knife is installed on the first support 41 and located at the outlet of the housing 45. The air knife is used to blow away the water droplets on the anode plate 11 that has been rinsed and is output from the outlet of the housing 45.

[0055] The outer casing 45 serves both to protect the first support 41, reducing damage to it, and to shield the water flow within the first support 41, preventing splashing of water after impacting the anode plate 11. The flexible curtain serves both to prevent the anode plate 11 from entering and exiting the outer casing 45, and to shield the water flow within the first support 41, preventing splashing of water after impacting the anode plate 11. The air knife reduces water droplet residue on the anode plate 11 after rinsing, minimizing interference with the downstream detection device 5.

[0056] Specifically, the outer casing 45 is made of stainless steel to prevent rust and extend its service life.

[0057] Specifically, the material of the PVC curtain is plastic.

[0058] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 6As shown, the detection device 5 includes a second support 51, a clamp 52, a rotating frame 53, a third support 54, and a fourth support 55. The second support 51 is mounted beside the chain conveyor 3. There are two clamps 52 symmetrically arranged in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The clamps 52 are pivotally mounted on the second support 51 along a first axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The clamps 52 have through slots 521 extending in their length direction for the anode plate 11 to pass through and be placed. The clamps 52 have a first position and a second position. In the first position, the length direction of the clamps 52 is aligned with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3, and the anode plate 11 is clamped in the two through slots 521. The two clamps 52 define the position of the anode plate 11. In the second position, the length direction of the clamps 52 is aligned with the height direction of the chain conveyor 3, and the two clamps 52 are separated from the anode plate 11. A rotating frame 53 is located on one side of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction and is pivotally mounted on the second support 51 along a second axis extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The top of the rotating frame 53 has a top rod 531, which abuts against the upper part of the first plate surface of the anode plate 11. The bottom of the rotating frame 53 has a support rod 532, which extends in the width direction of the chain conveyor 3 and is located below the anode plate 11 in the detection device 5. The support rod 532 has a groove 533, and the lower part of the anode plate 11 is engaged in the groove 533. A third support 54 and a fourth support 55 are located on both sides of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction. A first 3D digital camera 541 is mounted on the third support 54, and a second 3D digital camera 551, which is higher than the first 3D digital camera 541, is mounted on the fourth support 55. The first 3D digital camera 541 and the second 3D digital camera 551 are used to perform three-dimensional imaging of the anode plate 11 from both sides.

[0059] Initially, clamps 52 are in the first position. When the anode plate 11 enters the detection device 5, it passes through two through slots 521 in sequence, with both sides of the anode plate 11 respectively secured within the slots 521. At this time, the two clamps 52 support the anode plate 11, preventing it from tipping over on the chain conveyor 3. Next, the two clamps 52 rotate to the second position, releasing the clamps from their constraint on the anode plate 11, allowing it to tilt and rest completely against the top rod 531. Then, the rotating frame 53 rotates, causing the top rod 531 and support rod 532 to deflect the anode plate 11. When the rotating frame 53 rotates to the set position, the upper half of the anode plate 11 enters the acquisition range of the second 3D digital camera 551, and the lower half enters the acquisition range of the first 3D digital camera 541. The second 3D digital camera 551 images the upper half of the anode plate 11, and the first 3D digital camera 541 images the lower half. The images from the first 3D digital camera 541 and the second 3D digital camera 551 are combined and compared with the qualified anode plate 11 to identify defects such as cracks, impurities and dimensions in the anode plate 11, thereby determining the qualification of the anode plate 11.

[0060] Specifically, the third bracket 54 and the rotating frame 53 are arranged on the same side, and the fourth bracket 55 and the rotating frame 53 are arranged on opposite sides.

[0061] Specifically, there are two support rods 532, which are spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The two support rods 532 are used to support the anode plate 11, increasing the stability of the anode plate 11.

[0062] Both support rods 532 are embedded in the chain conveyor 3, dividing the chain conveyor 3 into three conveying units. There is a placement gap between two adjacent conveying units, and the two support rods 532 are respectively embedded in the two placement gaps.

[0063] Specifically, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a second rotary motor. The number of second rotary motors and clamps 52 are equal and correspond one-to-one. The second rotary motor is mounted on the second bracket 51 and connected to the corresponding clamp 52 so as to drive the corresponding clamp 52 to rotate.

[0064] Specifically, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a third rotary motor, which is mounted on the second bracket 51 and connected to the rotating frame 53 to drive the rotating frame 53 to rotate.

[0065] It should be noted that the dwell / pause time of the anode plate 11 in the detection device 5 is 25 seconds.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, there are two sorting devices 6 arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The upstream sorting device 6 is suitable for sorting qualified anode plates 11, and the downstream sorting device 6 is suitable for sorting unqualified anode plates 11.

[0067] Thus, qualified anode plates 11 and unqualified anode plates 11 are classified and arranged, and the sorting effect of anode plates 11 is achieved.

[0068] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the sorting device 6 includes a fifth support 61, a baffle 62, a first double chain conveyor 63, and a double crank mechanism 64. The fifth support 61 is mounted on the side of the chain conveyor 3. The fifth support 61 has a baffle 611 extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The baffle 611 is located on one side of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction and is used to block the second plate surface of the anode plate 11. There are two stop bars 62 symmetrically arranged in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. Both stop bars 62 are located on the opposite side of the chain conveyor 3 in its width direction. The stop bars 62 are pivotally mounted on the fifth bracket 61 along a third axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The stop bars 62 have a third position and a fourth position. In the third position, the length direction of the stop bar 62 is consistent with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3, and a limiting gap 65 is formed between the stop bar 62 and the baffle 611. The anode plate 11 is engaged in the limiting gap 65, and the stop bar 62 and the baffle 611 define the position of the anode plate 11. In the fourth position, the length direction of the stop bar 62 is consistent with the height direction of the chain conveyor 3, and the anode plate 11 is separated from the stop bar 62 and the baffle 611. The first double chain conveyor 63 is located on the side of the stop bar 62 away from the chain conveyor 3, and the conveying direction of the first double chain conveyor 63 is orthogonal to the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The double crank mechanism 64 has two parts, each adjacent to one of the two chains of the first double chain conveyor 63. The double crank mechanism 64 is slidably mounted on the first double chain conveyor 63 along the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The anode plate 11 has two lugs 111 opposite each other in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The two double crank mechanisms 64 and the two lugs 111 correspond one-to-one, so that the two double crank mechanisms 64 can slide under the corresponding lugs 111 and lift the two lugs 111 to the two chains of the first double chain conveyor 63.

[0069] Initially, the stop lever 62 is in the third position. When the anode plate 11 enters the sorting device 6, it passes through the two limiting gaps 65 in sequence, with both sides of the anode plate 11 respectively locked within the two limiting gaps 65. At this time, the two stop levers 62 support the anode plate 11, preventing it from tipping over on the chain conveyor 3. Next, the two stop levers 62 rotate to the fourth position, releasing the restriction on the anode plate 11. Simultaneously, the double crank mechanism 64 slides below the corresponding hanging ear 111. Then, the double crank mechanism 64 performs planar motion to lift the corresponding hanging ear 111. Then, the two double crank mechanisms 64 slide onto the first double chain conveyor 63, and again perform planar motion to lower the corresponding hanging ear 111. Subsequently, the hanging ear 111 is hooked onto the chain of the first double chain conveyor 63, thereby realizing the transfer of the anode plate 11 from the chain conveyor 3 to the first double chain conveyor 63.

[0070] Specifically, the double-crank mechanism 64 includes a slide rod 641, cranks 642, and a connecting rod 643. The slide rod 641 is slidably mounted on the first double-chain conveyor 63 along the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. There are two cranks 642, each corresponding to one end of the slide rod 641. The first end of the crank 642 is hinged to the corresponding end of the slide rod 641. The two ends of the connecting rod 643 are respectively hinged to the second ends of the two cranks 642. The connecting rod 643 is used to contact the lug 111 and raise and lower the lug 111.

[0071] Understandably, the two cranks 642 are parallel to each other and have the same length, and the connecting rod 643 and the slide rod 641 are parallel to each other and have the same length.

[0072] The connecting rod 643 has multiple slots 644 evenly distributed along its length, with the openings of the slots 644 facing upwards. When the connecting rod 643 contacts the lug 111, the lug 111 engages within the slot 644. The slot 644 effectively limits the position of the lug 111, preventing it from slipping off the connecting rod 643.

[0073] The anode plate transfer integration system also includes a second linear motor. The number of the second linear motor and the slide bar 641 are equal and correspond one-to-one. The second linear motor is installed on the first double chain conveyor 63 and connected to the corresponding slide bar 641 to drive the slide bar 641 to move.

[0074] The anode plate transfer integration system also includes a fourth rotary motor. The number of the fourth rotary motor and the double crank mechanism 64 are equal and correspond one-to-one. The fourth rotary motor is installed on the slide rod 641 of the corresponding double crank mechanism 64 and connected to any crank 642 of the corresponding double crank mechanism 64 so as to drive the crank 642 to rotate, thereby realizing the planar motion of the double crank mechanism 64.

[0075] It should be noted that the dwell / pause time of the anode plate 11 in the sorting device 6 is 25 seconds.

[0076] It should be noted that the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a control system. The chain conveyor 3, the detection device 5, and the sorting device 6 are all connected to the control system. The detection device 5 transmits the detection information to the control system, and the control system determines the qualification of the anode plate 11. When the anode plate 11 is determined to be a qualified product, the control system controls the chain conveyor 3 to transport the anode plate 11 to the upstream sorting device 6 for sorting; when the anode plate 11 is determined to be a defective product, the control system controls the chain conveyor 3 to transport the anode plate 11 to the downstream sorting device 6 for sorting.

[0077] The anode plate transfer integration system also includes a rail shuttle trolley 9, which docks with the upstream sorting device 6 and is used to receive qualified anode plates 11 from the first double-chain conveyor 63 in the sorting device 6, so as to facilitate the delivery of qualified anode plates 11 to the next stage.

[0078] Among them, the unqualified anode plates 11 on the first double-chain conveyor 63 in the downstream sorting device 6 are removed by a manual forklift for subsequent manual processing.

[0079] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 7 As shown, the anode plate transfer integration system also includes a second double-chain conveyor 12 and a gravity sensor 22. The second double-chain conveyor 12 is located inside the water tank 1 and extends in the width direction of the chain conveyor 3. The two lugs 111 of the anode plate 11 in the water tank 1 are respectively hung on the two chains of the second double-chain conveyor 12. The first end of the second double-chain conveyor 12 is connected to the gantry robot 2. The gantry robot 2 includes two opposing grippers 21 in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor 3. The two grippers 21 are used to hook and lift the two lugs 111 respectively to transport the anode plate 11 from the water tank 1 to the chain conveyor 3. The gravity sensor 22 is installed on the gantry robot 2 and connected to either gripper 21.

[0080] Therefore, the second double-chain conveyor 12 is used both to place and transport the anode plates 11. The weight of the anode plates 11 is transmitted to the gravity sensor 22 via the gripper 21. The gravity sensor 22 measures the weight of the anode plates 11 and compares it with the weight of qualified anode plates 11 to determine their qualification, facilitating sorting by the downstream sorting device 6. Furthermore, the gravity sensor 22 measures the weight of the anode plates 11 simultaneously with the gantry robot 2's handling, reducing subsequent weighing steps and improving work efficiency.

[0081] Specifically, the gripper 21 has a groove, and the lug 111 fits into the groove. The groove provides appropriate constraint on the lug 111, increasing the stability of the lug 111 during transport by the gripper 21.

[0082] Specifically, the gravity sensor 22 is connected to the control system, and the control system receives the detection information from the gravity sensor 22 and determines the qualification of the anode plate 11 accordingly.

[0083] In summary, the anode plate transfer integration system of the present invention has the following technical effects:

[0084] 1. The chain conveyor 3 can realize the continuous conveying of the anode plate 11, realizing assembly line operation. In addition, the anode plate 11 can be buffered on the chain conveyor 3 to prevent the anode plate 11 from accumulating in the water tank 1.

[0085] 2. The rinsing device 4 automatically rinses the anode plate 11, cleaning it quickly and thoroughly, replacing manual labor and providing a better cleaning effect.

[0086] 3. The first 3D digital camera 541 and the second 3D digital camera 551 visually recognize and detect the anode plate 11, replacing manual visual recognition, which improves the detection accuracy and speed, and ensures the comprehensiveness and reliability of the detection. The recognition results are input into the database of the control system as an important production basis.

[0087] 4. The first double-chain conveyor 63 can automatically sort the anode plates 11 based on the weighing and defect detection results. It has low manual intervention and high level of intelligence, which improves the sorting efficiency and accuracy of the anode plates 11.

[0088] 5. The anode plate 11 is conveyed in an assembly line form by the chain conveyor 3. During the conveying process, rinsing, testing and sorting are completed. The whole process is intelligent and unmanned.

[0089] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to 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 invention.

[0090] 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 invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0091] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," 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, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; 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 explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0092] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly 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," "over," and "on top" of 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.

[0093] In this invention, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0094] Although the above embodiments have been shown and described, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made to the above embodiments by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An integrated system for transferring anode plates, characterized in that, include: A water tank containing an anode plate; A truss manipulator and a chain conveyor, wherein the truss manipulator is used to transport the anode plates in the water tank to the chain conveyor; A rinsing device, which is mounted beside the chain conveyor and is adapted to rinse the anode plates on the chain conveyor; A testing device is installed beside the chain conveyor and downstream of the rinsing device to receive the anode plates output by the rinsing device and determine the qualification of the anode plates; as well as A sorting device is connected to the chain conveyor and located downstream of the detection device. The sorting device is adapted to sort qualified anode plates and unqualified anode plates. The anode plate transfer integration system also includes: The second double-chain conveyor is located inside the water tank and extends in the width direction of the chain plate conveyor. The two lugs of the anode plate in the water tank are respectively hung on the two chains of the second double-chain conveyor. The first end of the second double-chain conveyor is connected to the gantry robot. and The gravity sensor is provided. The gantry manipulator includes two opposing grippers in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The two grippers are used to hook and lift the two lugs respectively to transport the anode plate from the water tank to the chain conveyor. The gravity sensor is mounted on the gantry manipulator and connected to either of the grippers. The gripper has a groove, and the hook fits into the groove.

2. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anode plate transfer integration system also includes: A fixed baffle, which is connected to the chain conveyor and located upstream of the flushing device, is situated on a first side of the chain conveyor in its width direction; and A movable baffle is disposed on the second side of the chain conveyor in its width direction and is symmetrical to the fixed baffle in the width direction of the chain conveyor. The movable baffle is slidable along the width direction of the chain conveyor. An movable gap is formed between the movable baffle and the fixed baffle to accommodate the anode plate. When the gantry robot places the anode plate in the water tank onto the chain conveyor, the anode plate is placed in the movable gap, and the movable baffle and the fixed baffle respectively clamp the first plate surface and the second plate surface of the anode plate.

3. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The anode plate transfer integration system also includes: A first roller group, comprising multiple rollers spaced apart along the height direction of the chain conveyor, includes multiple first rollers spaced apart along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The first rollers are mounted on the side of the movable stop facing the movable gap and are adapted to roll contact with the first surface of the anode plate of the movable gap. The second roller group has multiple rollers and is spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor. The second roller group includes multiple second rollers spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The second rollers are mounted on the side of the fixed stop facing the movable gap and are adapted to make rolling contact with the second plate surface of the anode plate of the movable gap.

4. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are two rinsing devices arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. One of the rinsing devices, located upstream, is used to rinse the large pieces of release agent on the surface of the anode plate, while the other, located downstream, is used to rinse the small pieces of release agent on the surface of the anode plate.

5. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The flushing device includes: The first support is mounted on the side of the chain conveyor; The brush roller assembly has two brush roller assemblies, which are respectively located on both sides of the chain conveyor in the width direction. The brush roller assemblies include a plurality of brush rollers spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The brush rollers extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor and are installed on the first bracket. When the anode plate is located in the rinsing device, the brush rollers of the two brush roller assemblies clean the first plate surface and the second plate surface of the anode plate respectively. The water pipe assembly comprises two units, one on each side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. Each water pipe assembly includes multiple water pipes spaced apart in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. These multiple water pipes and multiple brush rollers on the same side are alternately arranged. The water pipes extend in the height direction of the chain conveyor and are fixed to the first support. Each water pipe is equipped with multiple nozzles spaced apart in the height direction of the chain conveyor. When the anode plate is located in the rinsing device, the nozzles of the two water pipe assemblies respectively rinse the first and second surfaces of the anode plate. A water tank is located below the chain conveyor. The water pipe is connected to the water tank. The top wall of the water tank is provided with multiple water holes for receiving the water flow after the nozzles rinse the anode plate.

6. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The flushing device further includes: The outer casing, which covers the outside of the first bracket, has soft curtains at both its inlet and outlet for water blocking; and An air knife, mounted on the first bracket and located at the outlet of the housing, is used to blow away water droplets on the anode plate that has been rinsed and is output from the outlet of the housing.

7. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection device includes: The second support is mounted on the side of the chain conveyor; The clamps are two in number and symmetrical in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The clamps are pivotally mounted on the second bracket along a first axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor. Each clamp has a through-slot extending in its length direction for the anode plate to pass through and be placed. The clamps have a first position and a second position. In the first position, the length direction of the clamps is aligned with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, and the anode plate is engaged within the two through-slots, with the two clamps defining the position of the anode plate. In the second position, the length direction of the clamps is aligned with the height direction of the chain conveyor, and the two clamps are separated from the anode plate. A rotating frame is located on one side of the chain conveyor in its width direction and pivotally mounted on the second support along a second axis extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The top of the rotating frame has a top rod that abuts against the upper part of the first surface of the anode plate. The bottom of the rotating frame has a support rod that extends in the width direction of the chain conveyor and is located below the anode plate in the detection device. The support rod has a groove in which the lower part of the anode plate engages. The third and fourth supports are located on opposite sides of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The third support is equipped with a first 3D digital camera, and the fourth support is equipped with a second 3D digital camera that is higher than the first 3D digital camera. The first and second 3D digital cameras are used to perform three-dimensional imaging of the anode plate from both sides.

8. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are two sorting devices arranged along the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The upstream sorting device is suitable for sorting qualified anode plates, and the downstream sorting device is suitable for sorting unqualified anode plates.

9. The anode plate transfer integrated system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The sorting device includes: The fifth support is mounted on the side of the chain conveyor and has a baffle extending in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The baffle is located on one side of the chain conveyor in its width direction and is used to block the second plate surface of the anode plate. The conveyor has two stops symmetrically arranged in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. Both stops are located on the opposite side of the chain conveyor in its width direction. The stops are pivotally mounted on the fifth bracket along a third axis extending in the width direction of the chain conveyor. The stops have a third position and a fourth position. In the third position, the length direction of the stops aligns with the conveying direction of the chain conveyor, and a limiting gap is formed between the stops and the baffle. The anode plate is engaged in the limiting gap, and the stops and the baffle define the position of the anode plate. In the fourth position, the length direction of the stops aligns with the height direction of the chain conveyor, and the anode plate is separated from the stops and the baffle. A first double-chain conveyor is located on the side of the stop bar opposite to the chain plate conveyor, and the conveying direction of the first double-chain conveyor is orthogonal to the conveying direction of the chain plate conveyor; and The double-crank mechanism has two cranks, each adjacent to one of the two chains of the first double-chain conveyor. The double-crank mechanism is slidably mounted on the first double-chain conveyor along the width direction of the chain conveyor. The anode plate has two lugs opposite each other in the conveying direction of the chain conveyor. The two double-crank mechanisms and the two lugs correspond one-to-one, so that the two double-crank mechanisms can slide under the corresponding lugs and lift the two lugs onto the two chains of the first double-chain conveyor.

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