Cable assembly method and cable assembly warehouse

Abstract

The present invention belongs to the technical field of cable construction and discloses a cable collection and distribution method and a cable collection and distribution library. The cable collection and distribution method adds step S5 to compare the remaining cable length at the cutting position with the required cutting length of the cable to be cut. When the remaining cable length at the cutting position does not meet the required cutting length of the cable to be cut, step S6 is introduced to find out whether there is a cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position. If so, step S8 is executed to process the cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position in advance and define it as the determined cutting cable, skipping the cable to be cut that does not meet the cutting length before, so that the collection and distribution operation can be continued, avoiding the suspension of the collection and distribution operation due to the replacement of the cable reel at the cutting position, reducing resource waste, and improving resource utilization and work efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of cable construction, and in particular to a cable assembly method and a cable assembly warehouse. Background Art

[0002] Cable construction is a crucial step in shipbuilding and a key factor influencing its progress. Before cables are laid aboard, they must be assembled by region, length, and sequence as specified in the cable laying manual. This involves cutting each cable type according to design requirements and labeling each cable with the required information at both ends and in the middle. However, cable assembly typically relies on manual cutting and gathering, a primitive manual process with low intelligence and efficiency.

[0003] In order to improve the intelligence and efficiency of cable assembly, the models, cutting lengths and cutting sequences of various cables in the cable pulling and laying book are currently entered into the central control computer. The central control computer then cuts and assembles the cables in sequence according to the parameters set in the cable pulling and laying book, eliminating the need for manual cutting and collection, and improving the automation level and work efficiency of cable assembly.

[0004] However, when assembling according to the order of cable pulling and releasing, there may be a situation where the remaining length of the cable is not enough for cutting the next cable. At this time, the operator needs to replace the cable at the cutting position with a new roll of cable, and then continue cutting. This method not only leads to a huge waste of cable resources, but also requires multiple replacements of the cables at the cutting position, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive, thereby reducing the automation level and work efficiency of the assembly. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The object of the present invention is to provide a cable distribution method and a cable distribution warehouse, which have less waste, high resource utilization, high automation level and high distribution work efficiency.

[0006] To achieve this object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] In one aspect, a cable assembly method is provided, the cable assembly method comprising the following steps:

[0008] S1. The operating workstation locates the corresponding cutting position according to the specifications of the cable to be cut, where a cable reel with a cable wound around it is provided;

[0009] S2. The operating workstation determines whether the cutting position meets the cutting length required by the cable to be cut. If so, the cable to be cut is defined as the determined cutting cable that currently needs to be cut, and executes step S3.

[0010] S3, cutting the determined-to-be-cut cable according to the required cutting length, and conveying the cut-to-be-cut cable to a storage tray via a conveyor belt;

[0011] S4, determining whether there is the next cable to be cut, if not, ending the cutting, if yes, executing step S5;

[0012] S5, the operating workstation determines whether the remaining cable length at the cutting position meets the cutting length of the next cable to be cut. If so, the cable to be cut is defined as the determined cutting cable and the process returns to step S3. If not, step S6 is executed.

[0013] S6, the operating workstation determines whether there is a cable to be cut with the same specification and model, and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position; if not, execute step S7; if yes, execute step S8;

[0014] S7, replacing the cable reel at the cutting position, and returning to step S2;

[0015] S8. Process the cables to be cut that have the same specifications and models and whose required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position in advance, define them as the cables to be cut, and return to step S3.

[0016] Optionally, when the operating workstation determines that there are cables to be cut with the same specifications and models and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position, the operating workstation prompts the operator, and the operator can choose to execute step S7 or step S8.

[0017] Optionally, before step S1, a pre-step S0 is provided, in which the specifications and models of the cables wound on each cutting position and the parameters in the cable pulling and releasing book are entered into the operating workstation, and the cable pulling and releasing book records the cutting order and cutting length of the cables of various specifications and models.

[0018] Optionally, the parameters in the cable pulling and releasing book are input into the operating workstation in a forward order, and the operating workstation outputs the cable pulling and releasing book in a reverse order.

[0019] Optionally, in step S4, when there is no next cable to be cut, the cutting is ended and the operating workstation outputs the cable pulling and releasing book arranged in the actual cutting order.

[0020] Optionally, in step S2, if the operating workstation determines that the cutting position does not meet the cutting length required for the cable to be cut, step S6 is executed.

[0021] Optionally, in step S3, the following steps are further included:

[0022] S31, heat shrinking a cable sleeve with model and specification markings on the determined cut cable;

[0023] S32: Cut the cable that has been heat-shrunk to remove the cable sheath.

[0024] Optionally, in step S31, the following steps are further included:

[0025] S311, manufacturing the cable sleeve described in the first section, inserting the front end of the cable to be cut into the cable sleeve described in the first section, heat-shrinking the cable sleeve described in the first section, and then clamping the front end of the cable to be cut;

[0026] S312, making the cable sleeve described in the second section, moving the cable to be cut further forward until the middle end is inserted into the cable sleeve described in the second section, heat-shrinking the cable sleeve described in the second section, and clamping the cable sleeve at the middle end of the cable to be cut;

[0027] S313, making the cable sheath described in the third section, allowing the determined cutting cable to continue to move forward until the end is passed through the cable sheath described in the third section, causing the cable sheath described in the third section to shrink, and a hoop is arranged at the end of the determined cutting cable.

[0028] Optionally, step S7 further includes:

[0029] S71: Is the cable reel to be replaced currently being cut? If not, proceed to step S72; if yes, proceed to step S73;

[0030] S72, directly replacing the cable reel on the cutting position;

[0031] S73: Wait for the current cutting work to be completed, and then return to step S72.

[0032] On the other hand, a cable collection and distribution warehouse is provided, which cuts and collects the cables by applying the above-mentioned cable collection and distribution method. The cable collection and distribution warehouse includes multiple cutting positions and the conveyor belt for conveying the cables cut at the multiple cutting positions to the storage tray.

[0033] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0034] The present invention provides a cable assembly method, which adds step S5 to compare the remaining cable length at the cutting position with the required cutting length of the cable to be cut. When the remaining cable length at the cutting position does not meet the required cutting length of the cable to be cut, step S6 is introduced to find out whether there is a cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position. If so, step S8 is executed to process the cables to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position in advance and define them as the determined cutting cables. The cables to be cut that did not meet the cutting length are skipped, so that the cutting and assembly operation can be continued, avoiding the replacement of the cable reel at the cutting position, resulting in the suspension of the cutting and assembly operation, reducing resource waste, and improving resource utilization and work efficiency.

[0035] The present invention also provides a cable distribution warehouse, which improves the working efficiency of the distribution work and enhances the automation level of the cable distribution warehouse by applying the above-mentioned cable distribution method. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] Figure 1 It is a flow chart of the steps of the cable assembly method of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 2 is a detailed flowchart of step S31 in the cable assembly method of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the layout of the cable distribution warehouse of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 4 This is a front view of a cable distribution unit in a cable distribution warehouse of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 5 It is a top view of the cable distribution unit in the cable distribution warehouse of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 6 It is a side view of the cable distribution mechanism unit in the cable distribution warehouse of the present invention.

[0042] In the picture:

[0043] 100, cutting position;

[0044] 1. Operation workstation;

[0045] 2. Conveyor belt;

[0046] 3. Storage tray;

[0047] 4. Reel rotating device;

[0048] 5. Conveyor track;

[0049] 6. Roller conveyor device;

[0050] 7. Casing cutting device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0051] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. It will be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are intended only to illustrate the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. It should also be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings only illustrate portions relevant to the present invention, not all structures.

[0052] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "connected," "connected," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integration; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention in specific circumstances.

[0053] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Furthermore, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0054] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," and other orientations or positional relationships are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely for ease of description and simplified operation. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used solely for descriptive purposes and have no special meanings.

[0055] In order to reduce resource waste and improve resource utilization and work efficiency of cable assembly operations, this embodiment provides a cable assembly method.

[0056] like Figure 1 As shown, the cable assembly method includes the following steps:

[0057] S1. The operating workstation 1 locates the corresponding cutting position 100 according to the specification and model of the cable to be cut. The cutting position 100 is provided with a cable reel wound with a cable;

[0058] S2. The operating workstation 1 determines whether the cutting position 100 meets the required cutting length of the cable to be cut. If so, the cable to be cut is defined as the determined cutting cable that currently needs to be cut, and step S3 is executed;

[0059] S3, cutting the determined cutting cable according to the required cutting length, and conveying the cut determined cutting cable to the storage tray 3 via the conveyor belt 2;

[0060] S4, determine whether there is a next cable to be cut, if not, end the cutting, if so, go to step S5;

[0061] S5. The operating workstation 1 determines whether the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 meets the cutting length of the next cable to be cut. If so, the cable to be cut is defined as the determined cutting cable and the process returns to step S3. If not, the process proceeds to step S6.

[0062] S6. The operating workstation 1 determines whether there is a cable to be cut of the same specification and model, and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length of the cutting position 100. If not, step S7 is executed; if so, step S8 is executed;

[0063] S7, replace the cable reel at the cutting position 100, and return to step S2;

[0064] S8. The cables to be cut that have the same specifications and models and whose required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 are processed in advance and defined as cables to be cut, and the process returns to step S3.

[0065] The cable assembly method adds step S5 to compare the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 with the required cutting length of the cable to be cut. When the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 does not meet the required cutting length of the cable to be cut, step S6 is introduced to find out whether there is a cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100. If so, step S8 is executed to process the cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 in advance and define it as the determined cutting cable, skipping the cable to be cut that does not meet the cutting length before, so that the cutting and assembly operation can be continued, avoiding the replacement of the cable reel at the cutting position 100, resulting in the suspension of the cutting and assembly operation, reducing resource waste, and improving resource utilization and work efficiency.

[0066] This cable assembly method can be applied to a variety of fields requiring cable assembly. In this embodiment, it is primarily used for shipboard cable assembly, eliminating tedious and inefficient manual work and reducing the workload of operators, thereby achieving the goals of increasing intelligence, improving work efficiency, and reducing resource waste. The main function of the operating workstation 1 is to input and output the cable pulling and unwinding registers and to control and monitor the cable assembly process.

[0067] Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown, when the operating workstation 1 determines that there are cables to be cut of the same specification and model, and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100, the operating workstation 1 prompts the operator, and the operator can choose to execute step S7 or step S8. When the remaining cable length at the cutting position 100 is only sufficient to cut a smaller number of cables, the operating workstation 1 prompts the operator, allowing the operator to freely choose to execute step S7 or step S8 according to actual needs, thereby making the operation more suitable for the actual assembly situation, making the assembly work more reasonable and efficient.

[0068] Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown, before step S1, a pre-step S0 is provided, in which the specifications and models of the cables wound on each cutting position 100 and the parameters in the cable pulling and unwinding book are entered into the operating workstation 1. The cable pulling and unwinding book records the cutting order and cutting length of cables of various specifications and models. By entering the specifications and models of the cables wound on each cutting position 100 and the parameters in the cable pulling and unwinding book into the operating workstation 1, it is convenient for the operating workstation 1 to store the data required for the assembly operation, thereby ensuring that the entire assembly operation process is controlled and monitored, and ensuring the rationality and accuracy of the assembly operation.

[0069] Optionally, the parameters in the cable pulling and releasing booklet are input into the operating workstation 1 in a forward order, and the operating workstation 1 outputs the cable pulling and releasing booklet in a reverse order. Inputting the parameters in the cable pulling and releasing booklet into the operating workstation 1 in a forward order and outputting the parameters in the cable pulling and releasing booklet from the operating workstation 1 in a reverse order conforms to operating habits and facilitates observation and execution by operators.

[0070] Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown, in step S4, when there is no next cable to be cut, the cutting is completed and the operating workstation 1 outputs the cable laying list arranged in the actual cutting order. By outputting the cable laying list arranged in the actual cutting order at the same time as the cutting is completed, it is convenient for the operator to conduct subsequent verification and inspection, ensuring the accuracy of the assembly operation.

[0071] Alternatively, as Figure 1As shown, in step S2, if the operating workstation 1 determines that the cutting position 100 does not meet the required cutting length of the cable to be cut, step S6 is executed. By performing the detection during the first cutting, it is avoided that the cable reel on the cutting position 100 does not meet the cutting length due to negligence.

[0072] Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown, in step S3, the following steps are also included:

[0073] S31. Heat shrink the cable sleeve with the model and specification markings on the cut cable;

[0074] S32, cutting the cable after the heat shrink cable sleeve is completed.

[0075] By heat shrinking the cable sleeve with model and specification markings on the cable sleeve, the required area, length and specification model of the cable after cutting can be clearly identified, making it easier for later operators to find the corresponding cable and carry out cable laying operations.

[0076] Alternatively, as Figure 2 As shown, in step S31, the following steps are also included:

[0077] S311, making a first section of cable casing, passing the front end of the cable to be cut through the first section of cable casing, heat-shrinking the first section of cable casing, and placing a hoop on the front end of the cable to be cut;

[0078] S312, making a second section of cable casing, moving the cut cable forward until the middle end is inserted into the second section of cable casing, shrinking the second section of cable casing, and placing a clamp around the middle end of the cut cable;

[0079] S313, make the third section of cable casing, make the cable that has been cut continue to move forward until the end is passed through the third section of cable casing, make the third section of cable casing heat shrink, and put a hoop on the end of the cable that has been cut.

[0080] Since some cables are long after being cut, if only one section of cable sheath is provided, it may be impossible to find the relevant information of the cable in time. By providing cable sheaths at the front end, middle end and end end of the cable, it is convenient for operators to find the cable.

[0081] Alternatively, as Figure 1 As shown, step S7 further includes:

[0082] S71: Is the cable reel to be replaced currently being cut? If not, proceed to step S72; if yes, proceed to step S73;

[0083] S72, directly replacing the cable reel on the cutting position 100;

[0084] S73: Wait for the current cutting work to be completed, and then return to step S72.

[0085] By judging whether the cable reel to be replaced is in the process of cutting when replacing the cable reel, the operation is ensured to be carried out after the cutting is completed, thereby ensuring the safety of the operation process.

[0086] like Figures 3 to 6 As shown, this embodiment further provides a cable collection and distribution warehouse, which cuts and collects cables by applying the above-mentioned cable collection and distribution method. The cable collection and distribution warehouse includes multiple cutting positions 100 and a conveyor belt 2 for conveying the cables cut at the multiple cutting positions 100 to a storage tray 3. By applying the above-mentioned cable collection and distribution method, the cable collection and distribution warehouse improves the efficiency of the collection and distribution work and enhances the automation level of the cable collection and distribution warehouse.

[0087] In this embodiment, if Figure 3 As shown, the cable distribution warehouse includes several cutting positions 100, which are arranged in a layered form, wherein several cutting positions 100 are connected to each other by a conveyor belt 2, and the cables cut from the cutting positions 100 are transported to the storage tray 3 under the conveyor belt.

[0088] In this embodiment, if Figures 3 to 6 As shown, each cutting position 100 is provided with a collection and distribution mechanism unit, which includes a reel rotating device 4, a conveying track 5, a roller conveying device 6 and a casing cutting device 7. Each cutting position 100 is provided with a reel rotating device 4, and the reel rotating device 4 mainly includes a first driving motor, a clutch, a driving gear, a driven gear, a driving chain and a drum. The cable reel is sleeved on the drum and rotates with the drum. The driven gear is provided on the drum and is linked to the driving gear through the driving chain. The first driving motor drives the driving gear to rotate through the clutch, thereby realizing the rotation of the drum. The cutting position 100 is also provided with a conveying track 5, so that the cable can slide along the conveying track 5 when leaving the cable reel.

[0089] Roller conveyor 6, second drive motor, roller, pressing device, pressure sensor, rotation counter, etc. The roller presses the cable, and the second drive motor drives the roller to rotate, so that the cable gradually slides along the conveyor track 5 under the action of friction as the roller rotates. The rotation counter is used to calculate the length of the cable, and the pressure sensor is used to detect the pressure on the cable under the action of the roller to avoid excessive pressure causing slow sliding or too little pressure causing the cable to be unable to slide.

[0090] In this embodiment, each cutting station 100 is further provided with a casing cutting device 7, wherein the casing cutting device 7 includes a 3D printer for printing cable casing and a heat shrink device for heat shrinking the cable casing. The cable is passed through the cable casing under the action of the roller conveyor 6. The heat shrink device heat shrinks the cable casing onto the cable. The cable cutting device also includes a cutting device for cutting the cable. The cutting device is prior art and will not be described in detail here. A corresponding crane is also provided in the cable distribution warehouse for replacing cable reels.

[0091] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. A person skilled in the art would be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cable assembly method, characterized in that: The cable assembly method comprises: S1. An operating workstation (1) positions a corresponding cutting position (100) according to the specifications of the cable to be cut, wherein a cable reel with a cable wound thereon is provided on the cutting position (100); S2, the operating workstation (1) determines whether the cutting position (100) meets the cutting length required by the cable to be cut, and if so, defines the cable to be cut as the determined cutting cable that currently needs to be cut, and executes step S3; S3, cutting the determined cutting cable according to the required cutting length, and conveying the cut determined cutting cable to the storage tray (3) via the conveyor belt (2); S4, determining whether there is the next cable to be cut, if not, ending the cutting, if yes, executing step S5; S5, the operating workstation (1) determines whether the remaining cable length at the cutting position (100) meets the cutting length of the next cable to be cut. If so, the cable to be cut is defined as the determined cutting cable and the process returns to step S3. If not, step S6 is executed. S6, the operating workstation (1) determines whether there is a cable to be cut with the same specification and model and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length of the cutting position (100); if not, step S7 is executed; if yes, step S8 is executed; S7, replacing the cable reel at the cutting position (100), and returning to step S2; S8. The cables to be cut that have the same specifications and models and whose required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position (100) are processed in advance and defined as the cables to be cut, and the process returns to step S3.

2. The cable assembly method according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the operating workstation (1) determines that there is a cable to be cut that has the same specification and model and the required cutting length is less than the remaining cable length at the cutting position (100), the operating workstation (1) prompts the operator, and the operator can choose to execute step S7 or step S8.

3. The cable assembly method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Before step S1, a pre-step S0 is provided, in which the specifications and models of the cables wound on each cutting position (100) and the parameters in the cable pulling and unwinding book are entered into the operating workstation (1), wherein the cable pulling and unwinding book records the cutting sequence and cutting length of the cables of various specifications and models.

4. The cable assembly method according to claim 3, characterized in that: The parameters in the cable pulling and releasing book are input into the operating workstation (1) in a positive sequence, and the operating workstation (1) outputs the cable pulling and releasing book in a reverse sequence.

5. The cable assembly method according to claim 3, characterized in that: In step S4, when there is no next cable to be cut, the cutting is ended and the operating workstation (1) outputs the cable pulling and releasing book arranged in the actual cutting order.

6. The cable assembly method according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S2, if the operating workstation (1) determines that the cutting position (100) does not meet the cutting length required for the cable to be cut, step S6 is executed.

7. The cable assembly method according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S3, the following steps are also included: S31, heat shrinking a cable sleeve with model and specification markings on the determined cut cable; S32: Cut the cable that has been heat-shrunk to remove the cable sheath.

8. The cable assembly method according to claim 7, characterized in that: In step S31, the following steps are also included: S311, manufacturing the cable sleeve described in the first section, inserting the front end of the cable to be cut into the cable sleeve described in the first section, heat-shrinking the cable sleeve described in the first section, and then clamping the front end of the cable to be cut; S312, making the cable sleeve described in the second section, moving the cable to be cut further forward until the middle end is inserted into the cable sleeve described in the second section, heat-shrinking the cable sleeve described in the second section, and clamping the cable sleeve at the middle end of the cable to be cut; S313, making the cable sheath described in the third section, allowing the determined cutting cable to continue to move forward until the end is passed through the cable sheath described in the third section, causing the cable sheath described in the third section to shrink, and a hoop is arranged at the end of the determined cutting cable.

9. The cable assembly method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Step S7 further includes: S71: Is the cable reel to be replaced currently being cut? If not, proceed to step S72; if yes, proceed to step S73; S72, directly replacing the cable reel on the cutting position (100); S73: Wait for the current cutting work to be completed, and then return to step S72.

10. Cable distribution warehouse, characterized by: The cable collection and distribution warehouse cuts and collects the cables by applying the cable collection and distribution method described in any one of claims 1 to 9. The cable collection and distribution warehouse includes a plurality of cutting positions (100) and a conveyor belt (2) for conveying the cables cut at the plurality of cutting positions (100) to the storage tray (3).

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