Intelligent production system and method for core shooter
The intelligent production system for core shooting machines utilizes data-driven control through a core box identification module, a lower-level machine, and a PLC control module. This solves the problem of low automation in traditional core shooting machine production, achieving automated production, improving efficiency, and reducing costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SUZHOU MINGZHI TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2024-01-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Traditional core shooting machines have a low degree of automation in their production process, resulting in high production costs and low efficiency.
The intelligent production system, consisting of a core box identification module, a lower-level machine, a PLC control module, and a higher-level machine, achieves automated production through data-driven control, including core box identification, lower-level operation actions, parameter acquisition, and correction.
This has enabled automated production of the core shooting machine, reducing process operation time, improving production efficiency, and lowering production costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of core shooting machine production technology, and more specifically, to an intelligent production system and method for core shooting machines. Background Technology
[0002] Sand cores are widely used in various casting processes to produce metal castings for a wide range of applications using a variety of metal alloys. A sand core represents the hollow internal structure of a casting. The fundamental requirements for sand cores involve mechanical strength, dimensional accuracy, and chemical stability. Sand cores consist of basic sand (granular material) and a binder system. Prior to the main core production process, specific equipment is used to mix the sand, binder components, and optional additives together. A core shooter is required for the main production process.
[0003] Traditional core shooting machine production relies on manual judgment and is carried out in separate steps, namely mold loading, production, and mold unloading. This results in low automation, consumes a lot of time, increases production costs, and reduces the company's profit margin. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The objectives of this invention include, for example, providing an intelligent production system and method for core shooting machines, which can achieve automated production of core shooting machines through data-driven control, reduce process operation time, improve production efficiency, and reduce production costs.
[0005] The embodiments of the present invention can be implemented as follows:
[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an intelligent production system for a core shooting machine, comprising:
[0007] A chip box identification module, wherein the chip box identification module is used to identify the chip box;
[0008] The lower-level machine is used to perform lower-level operations on the core box based on the initial production parameters and the corrected production parameters.
[0009] The PLC control module is communicatively connected to the core box identification module and the lower-level machine, and is used to collect the actual production parameters of the core box.
[0010] The host computer is communicatively connected to the PLC control module and is used to set the initial production parameters and set corrected production parameters based on the actual production parameters.
[0011] The PLC control module is also used to transmit the initial production parameters and the corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine.
[0012] In an optional implementation, the lower-level operation includes a preheating action, and the initial production parameters include the preheating curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles of the core box. The upper-level computer is used to set the curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles of the core box, and issues a preheating end command after the number of preheating cycles is reached.
[0013] In an optional implementation, the lower-level operation includes a pre-production operation, and the initial production parameters include the first curing time, the first curing dose, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box. The upper-level computer is used to set the first curing time, the first curing dose, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box, and to issue a pre-production end command after the number of pre-production cycles is reached.
[0014] In an optional implementation, the lower-level operation includes normal production operations, the initial production parameters include the second curing time, the second curing dose, and the production quantity of the core box, and the upper-level computer is used to set the second curing time, the second curing dose, and the production quantity of the core box, and to issue a production end command after the production quantity is reached.
[0015] In an optional implementation, the chip box identification module includes a radio frequency identification unit and a chip box communication unit. The radio frequency identification unit is communicatively connected to the chip box communication unit, and the chip box communication unit is communicatively connected to the PLC control module. The chip box is provided with a radio frequency tag, and the radio frequency identification unit is used to identify the radio frequency tag.
[0016] In an optional implementation, the PLC control module includes a data collection unit and a control unit. The data collection unit is communicatively connected to the lower-level machine and is used to collect the actual production parameters of the core box. The control unit is communicatively connected to both the lower-level machine and the upper-level machine and is used to transmit the initial production parameters and the corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine.
[0017] Secondly, the present invention provides an intelligent production method for a core shooter, applicable to the intelligent production system for a core shooter as described in any of the foregoing embodiments, comprising:
[0018] Identification chip box;
[0019] The core box is subjected to lower-level operation actions based on the initial production parameters;
[0020] Obtain the actual production parameters of the core box;
[0021] The production parameters are set and corrected based on the actual production parameters.
[0022] Production has ended.
[0023] In an optional implementation, the step of controlling the core box to perform lower-level operations using initial production parameters includes:
[0024] Obtain the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles for the core box;
[0025] The core box is preheated according to the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles.
[0026] After the number of preheating cycles is reached, a preheating end command is issued.
[0027] In an optional implementation, after issuing a preheating end command after the preheating cycle has been reached, the method includes:
[0028] Obtain the first curing time, first curing dose, and pre-production count of the core cartridge;
[0029] The core box is pre-produced based on the first curing time, the first curing dosage, and the number of pre-production cycles.
[0030] Once the pre-production count is reached, a pre-production end instruction is issued.
[0031] In an optional implementation, after the step of issuing a pre-production end command after the pre-production count has been reached, the method includes:
[0032] Obtain the second curing time, second curing dose, and production quantity of the core cartridge;
[0033] The core box is manufactured normally based on the second curing time, the second curing dosage, and the production quantity.
[0034] Once the production quantity is reached, a production end instruction is issued.
[0035] The beneficial effects of the embodiments of the present invention include, for example:
[0036] The intelligent production system and method for core shooting machines provided in this invention identifies core boxes through a core box identification module and uses a lower-level computer to perform lower-level operations on the core boxes. A PLC control module communicates with both the core box identification module and the lower-level computer, enabling it to collect actual production parameters of the core boxes. An upper-level computer communicates with the PLC control module, setting initial production parameters and correcting them based on actual production parameters. The PLC control module also transmits and corrects production parameters to the lower-level computer. Since the setting and transmission of production parameters are automatic, data-driven control is achieved. Compared to existing technologies, the intelligent production system and method for core shooting machines provided in this invention, through the collection and transmission of data parameters via a PLC control module and the setting of parameters by the upper-level computer, achieves data-driven control, thereby realizing automated production of the core shooting machine, reducing process operation time, improving production efficiency, and lowering production costs. Attached Figure Description
[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of the present invention and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0038] Figure 1 This is a structural block diagram of the intelligent production system for core shooting machines provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0039] Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating the steps of an intelligent production method for a core shooter provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0040] Icons: 100 - Intelligent production system for core shooting machine; 110 - Core box identification module; 130 - Lower-level machine; 150 - PLC control module; 170 - Upper-level machine. Detailed Implementation
[0041] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0042] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the invention.
[0043] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0044] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product of this invention is usually placed, they are only for the convenience of describing this invention 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.
[0045] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0046] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other.
[0047] Please refer to Figure 1 This embodiment provides an intelligent production system 100 for a core shooting machine, which realizes data-driven control, thereby achieving automated production of the core shooting machine, reducing process operation time, improving production efficiency, and reducing production costs.
[0048] The intelligent production system 100 for a core shooting machine provided in this embodiment includes a core box identification module 110, a lower-level machine 130, a PLC control module 150, and a higher-level machine 170. The core box identification module 110 is used to identify core boxes; the lower-level machine 130 is used to perform lower-level operations on the core boxes based on initial production parameters and corrected production parameters; the PLC control module 150 is communicatively connected to the core box identification module 110 and the lower-level machine 130, and is used to collect the actual production parameters of the core boxes; the higher-level machine 170 is communicatively connected to the PLC control module 150, and is used to set initial production parameters and set corrected production parameters based on actual production parameters; wherein, the PLC control module 150 is also used to transmit the initial production parameters and corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine 130.
[0049] In this embodiment, the host computer 170 is the central control computer, which makes decisions, and the slave computer 130 is the execution mechanism, which can be various execution components in the core shooting machine, such as heating device, sandblasting device and mold closing device. This embodiment realizes the automated operation of the core shooting machine through data control, and uses data judgment to automatically switch the mold loading-production-mold unloading process, shortening the operation time and thus improving production efficiency.
[0050] In this embodiment, the lower-level operation includes a preheating action. Initial production parameters include the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles for the core box. The upper-level computer 170 sets the curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles for the core box, and issues a preheating end command after the required number of preheating cycles is reached. Specifically, during preheating, the upper-level computer 170 sets the initial preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles, which are then executed by the lower-level computer 130, thus realizing the preheating action of the core box. Furthermore, during the preheating process, the PLC control module 150 collects the actual production parameters of the lower-level computer 130 and the core box, performs further optimization based on these parameters, generates corrected production parameters, and then transmits them back to the lower-level computer 130 via the PLC control module 150, achieving feedback control.
[0051] In this embodiment, the lower-level operation may further include a pre-production operation. Initial production parameters include the first curing time, the first curing agent dosage, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box. The upper-level computer 170 is used to set the first curing time, the first curing agent dosage, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box, and issues a pre-production end command after the number of pre-production cycles is reached. Specifically, after preheating, a pre-production operation can be performed. The upper-level computer 170 can set the initial first curing time, the first curing agent dosage, and the number of pre-production cycles, which are then executed by the lower-level computer 130, thus realizing the pre-production operation of the core box and performing preliminary core fabrication. Furthermore, during the pre-production process, the PLC control module 150 can collect the actual production parameters of the lower-level computer 130 and the core box, and further optimize them accordingly. After generating corrected production parameters, the PLC control module 150 transmits them back to the lower-level computer 130, achieving feedback control.
[0052] In this embodiment, the lower-level operation can also include normal production operations. Initial production parameters include the second curing time, second curing agent dosage, and production quantity of the core box. The upper-level computer 170 is used to set the second curing time, second curing agent dosage, and production quantity of the core box, and issues a production end command after the production quantity is reached. Specifically, after pre-production, normal production operations can be performed. The upper-level computer 170 can set the initial second curing time, second curing agent dosage, and production quantity, which are then executed by the lower-level computer 130, realizing the normal production operation of the core box and thus performing normal core making. Furthermore, during normal production, the PLC control module 150 can collect the actual production parameters of the lower-level computer 130 and the core box, and further optimize them accordingly. After generating corrected production parameters, the PLC control module 150 transmits them back to the lower-level computer 130, achieving feedback control.
[0053] It should be noted that the purpose of this pre-production is to conduct trial production, evaluate the product, and make reasonable improvements before entering the normal production process.
[0054] In this embodiment, the chip box identification module 110 includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) unit and a chip box communication unit. The RFID unit is communicatively connected to the chip box communication unit, and the chip box communication unit is communicatively connected to the PLC control module 150. An RFID tag is provided on the chip box, and the RFID unit is used to identify the RFID tag. Specifically, the RFID tag on the chip box is an RFID tag, and the RFID unit can identify the chip box by contacting the RFID tag using a camera or a barcode scanning device.
[0055] It is worth noting that the identification of the core box here mainly involves identifying the corresponding core box on the production line to ensure that the core box matches the subsequent lower-level operation.
[0056] In this embodiment, the PLC control module 150 includes a data collection unit and a control unit. The data collection unit is communicatively connected to the lower-level machine 130 and is used to collect the actual production parameters of the core box. The control unit is communicatively connected to both the lower-level machine 130 and the upper-level machine 170 and is used to transmit initial production parameters and corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine 130. Specifically, the data collection unit can collect data through various sensors installed on the lower-level machine 130 or the core box, and the control unit can obtain the relevant actual production parameters from the upper-level machine 170 and apply them to the lower-level machine 130.
[0057] See Figure 2 This invention also provides a method for intelligent production of core shooting machines, applicable to the aforementioned intelligent production system 100 for core shooting machines. The method includes the following steps:
[0058] S1: Identification chip box.
[0059] Specifically, the markings on the core box can be identified by the core box identification module 110, thereby comparing the core box on the core shooting machine. If the comparison is successful, the subsequent step S2 is performed; if the comparison is unsuccessful, the operator is notified to replace it.
[0060] S2: Implement lower-level operations on the core box using initial production parameters.
[0061] Specifically, the initial production parameters are set by the host computer 170, and then the lower-level computer 130 performs lower-level operations on the core box.
[0062] S3: Obtain the actual production parameters of the core box.
[0063] Specifically, the actual production parameters of the core box can be obtained through the PLC control module 150. Specifically, the actual production parameters can be collected through the data collection unit of the PLC control module 150. The data collection unit can collect data through various sensors set on the lower computer 130 or the core box and transmit it to the upper computer 170. The control unit of the PLC control module 150 can obtain the relevant parameters set by the upper computer 170 and apply them to the lower computer 130.
[0064] S4: Adjust production parameters based on actual production parameters.
[0065] Specifically, the host computer 170 first sets the initial production parameters and executes them through the PLC control module 150 and the slave computer 130. Then, the PLC control module 150 obtains the actual production parameters and calculates and optimizes them to obtain the corrected production parameters, which are also executed through the PLC control module 150 and the slave computer 130.
[0066] S5: End production.
[0067] Specifically, when performing steps S2 to S5, when performing lower-level operations, a preheating action can be performed first. The preheating curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles set by the host computer 170 are obtained first. Then, the core box is preheated according to the preheating curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles. Finally, a preheating end command is issued after the number of preheating cycles is reached.
[0068] After the preheating process is completed, the pre-production process can be carried out. First, the first curing time, first curing dose, and pre-production count of the core box set by the host computer 170 are obtained. Then, the pre-production process of the core box is carried out according to the first curing time, first curing dose, and pre-production count. Finally, the pre-production end command is issued after the pre-production count is reached.
[0069] After the pre-production process is completed, normal production can begin. First, obtain the second curing time, second curing dosage, and production quantity of the core box. Then, based on the second curing time, second curing dosage, and production quantity, perform normal production of the core box. After the production quantity is reached, issue a production end instruction. Finally, stop the supply of auxiliary materials.
[0070] In summary, the intelligent production system 100 and method for core shooting machines provided in this embodiment identify core boxes through the core box identification module 110 and utilize the lower-level machine 130 to perform lower-level operations on the core boxes. The PLC control module 150 is simultaneously connected to both the core box identification module 110 and the lower-level machine 130, enabling it to collect the actual production parameters of the core boxes. The upper-level machine 170 is also connected to the PLC control module 150, enabling it to set initial production parameters and correct production parameters based on actual production parameters. The PLC control module 150 is also used to transmit production parameters and correct production parameters to the lower-level machine 130. Since the setting and transmission of production parameters are both automatic, data-driven control is achieved. Compared to the prior art, the intelligent production system 100 and method for core shooting machines provided in this embodiment of the invention achieves data-driven control by using the PLC control module 150 to collect and transmit data parameters and the upper-level machine 170 to set parameters, thereby realizing automated production of the core shooting machine, reducing process operation time, improving production efficiency, and lowering production costs.
[0071] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A smart production system for a core shooter, characterized in that, include: A chip box identification module, wherein the chip box identification module is used to identify the chip box; The lower-level machine is used to perform lower-level operations on the core box; The PLC control module is simultaneously connected to the core box identification module and the lower-level machine to collect the actual production parameters of the core box. The host computer is communicatively connected to the PLC control module and is used to set initial production parameters and set corrected production parameters based on the actual production parameters. The PLC control module is also used to transmit the initial production parameters and the corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine. The lower-level operation includes a pre-production operation. The initial production parameters include the first curing time, the first curing dose, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box. The upper-level computer is used to set the first curing time, the first curing dose, and the number of pre-production cycles for the core box, and issues a pre-production end command after the number of pre-production cycles is reached. The PLC control module is used to collect the actual production parameters of the lower-level machine and the core box, and generate corrected production parameters based on these parameters before transmitting them to the lower-level machine to achieve feedback control.
2. The intelligent production system for core shooting machines according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower-level operation includes a preheating action. The initial production parameters include the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles of the core box. The upper-level computer is used to set the curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles of the core box, and issues a preheating end command after the number of preheating cycles is reached.
3. The intelligent production system for core shooting machines according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower-level operation includes normal production operations. The initial production parameters include the second curing time, the second curing dose, and the production quantity of the core box. The upper-level computer is used to set the second curing time, the second curing dose, and the production quantity of the core box, and issues a production end command after the production quantity is reached.
4. The intelligent production system for core shooting machines according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chip box identification module includes a radio frequency identification unit and a chip box communication unit. The radio frequency identification unit is communicatively connected to the chip box communication unit, and the chip box communication unit is communicatively connected to the PLC control module. The chip box is provided with a radio frequency tag, and the radio frequency identification unit is used to identify the radio frequency tag.
5. The intelligent production system for core shooting machines according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PLC control module includes a data collection unit and a control unit. The data collection unit is communicatively connected to the lower-level machine and is used to collect the actual production parameters of the core box. The control unit is communicatively connected to both the lower-level machine and the upper-level machine and is used to transmit the initial production parameters and the corrected production parameters to the lower-level machine.
6. A method for intelligent production of a core shooter, applicable to the intelligent production system for a core shooter as described in any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, include: Identification chip box; The core box is subjected to lower-level operation actions based on the initial production parameters; Obtain the actual production parameters of the core box; The production parameters are set and corrected based on the actual production parameters. Production has ended.
7. The intelligent production method for a core shooter according to claim 6, characterized in that, The steps for controlling the core box to perform lower-level operations using initial production parameters include: Obtain the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles for the core box; The core box is preheated according to the preheating and curing time, preheating temperature, and number of preheating cycles. After the number of preheating cycles is reached, a preheating end command is issued.
8. The intelligent production method for a core shooter according to claim 7, characterized in that, After issuing a preheating end command after the preheating cycle has been reached, the method includes: Obtain the first curing time, first curing dose, and pre-production count of the core cartridge; The core box is pre-produced based on the first curing time, the first curing dosage, and the number of pre-production cycles. Once the pre-production count is reached, a pre-production end instruction is issued.
9. The intelligent production method for a core shooter according to claim 8, characterized in that, After the step of issuing a pre-production end instruction after the pre-production count has been reached, the method includes: Obtain the second curing time, second curing dose, and production quantity of the core cartridge; The core box is manufactured normally based on the second curing time, the second curing dosage, and the production quantity. Once the production quantity is reached, a production end instruction is issued.