A high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, rotating integrated device and processing system

Abstract

The application provides a high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, rotating integrated device and a processing system, which comprises a support body comprising a shell; a clamping and shaping mechanism comprising a first driver and a shaping locking ring, the first driver being arranged around the shaping locking ring and connected to the shaping locking ring; and a rotating mechanism comprising a second driver and a rotating ring, the rotating ring being sleeved on a high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped and connected to the shaping locking ring, and the rotating ring rotating the shaping locking ring around a rotation center line by the second driver. The application can stabilize the clamping element and shape the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, so that the shape of the element is stable. In addition, the mechanism can also give the element a rotating operation effect through the rotating mechanism, so as to further improve the use range and function. Compared with the conventional clamping device at the present stage, the application has the advantages of stable clamping effect, automatic shaping, simple structure, low cost, wide use range and the like.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of irregular component processing technology, specifically to an integrated device and processing system for clamping, shaping and rotating high-pressure energy storage cylinders. Background Technology

[0002] Cylindrical components, exemplified by high-pressure energy storage cylinders, are key parts with annular outer surface features. Due to their superior mechanical properties and structural advantages, they play an indispensable role in numerous industrial sectors, including but not limited to machinery manufacturing, the automotive industry, aerospace, and energy equipment.

[0003] However, the annular outer surface of high-pressure energy storage cylinders does present unique challenges for their manufacturing and assembly. Due to the lack of effective anchor points, traditional clamping systems often struggle to achieve stable and uniform clamping. This not only leads to vibration and displacement during production but can also affect the precision and surface integrity of the high-pressure energy storage cylinders, thereby reducing the overall quality of the product.

[0004] More importantly, when high-pressure energy storage cylinders need to be assembled, traditional clamps may apply excessive clamping force to improve stability, especially when components need to be rotated or moved. Excessive clamping force makes it difficult to prevent plastic deformation of the components. This deformation not only affects the geometric dimensions and shape accuracy of the components, but may also affect their mechanical properties and sealing performance, and in severe cases, may even lead to the failure of the entire structure.

[0005] While existing technologies have offered some solutions, such as using more complex fixture designs or employing sophisticated control techniques, these solutions often come with high costs and complex operating procedures. Furthermore, these methods cannot adjust the shape of the product interface after deformation of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, thus affecting subsequent product assembly. These limitations restrict the application of these technologies in large-scale production. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the problem that high-pressure energy storage cylinders are difficult to clamp stably in the prior art and are prone to deformation during the clamping process, and to provide an integrated device and processing system for clamping, shaping and rotating high-pressure energy storage cylinders.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides an integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders, comprising: a support body, the support body including a housing; at least one clamping and shaping mechanism connected within the housing, the clamping and shaping mechanism including at least one first driver and a shaping locking ring, a plurality of first drivers being spaced apart around the shaping locking ring and respectively connected to the shaping locking ring, the shaping locking ring moving in contact with the outer surface of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped; and a rotating mechanism connected to the support body, the rotating mechanism including interconnected second drivers and a rotating ring, the rotating ring being sleeved on the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped and connected to the shaping locking ring, the rotating ring driving the shaping locking ring to rotate around the rotation center line via the second driver.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present invention, the clamping and shaping mechanism further includes a plurality of connecting rods and a moving component. The plurality of connecting rods are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of first drivers. One side of the moving component is connected to the free end of the plurality of connecting rods, and the other side is connected to the shaping locking ring.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, the moving component includes a first bearing and a fixed plate, a plurality of the connecting rods are connected to the first bearing, and the fixed plate is connected to the shaping locking ring.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, the shaping locking ring includes a main body and a compression part, the first driver is connected to one side of the main body, the compression part is disposed on the other side of the main body and protrudes from the main body toward the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, and the main body and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder are spaced apart.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rotating mechanism further includes a timing belt, which is sleeved on the second driver and the outer surface of the rotating ring to drive the rotating ring to rotate around the rotation center line, and the outer surface of the rotating ring is configured as a damping structure.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rotating mechanism further includes at least one guide wheel, the at least one guide wheel being disposed around the working end of the second driver, and the timing belt being disposed between the working end of the second driver and at least one guide wheel to increase the damping of the timing belt.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, the clamping and shaping mechanism further includes a reset member disposed between the clamping and shaping mechanism and the housing.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rotating mechanism further includes a second bearing, which is disposed inside the housing and sleeved on the outer surface of the shaping locking ring.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, a moving mechanism is further included, the moving mechanism including a fixed frame, a guide rail, a transport vehicle body and a third drive, the guide rail being disposed on the fixed frame, the third drive being connected to the transport vehicle body so that the transport vehicle body is slidably connected to the fixed frame, and the support being disposed inside the transport vehicle body.

[0016] The present invention also provides a high-pressure energy storage cylinder processing system, which includes the above-mentioned integrated high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping and rotating device.

[0017] The technical solution of the present invention has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0018] The high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating integrated device and processing system of this invention, through the clamping and shaping mechanism, accommodates and holds the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, achieving a circumferential clamping effect on the high-pressure energy storage cylinder. This maximizes the stability of its clamping and fixing. Simultaneously, based on the movement effect of the shaping locking ring provided by the first driver, this mechanism can also shape the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder while maintaining stable clamping, thereby stabilizing the shape of the component and avoiding the problem of compression deformation caused by excessive clamping force during conventional clamping processes. This makes the high-pressure energy storage cylinder more suitable for subsequent splicing and assembly processes. In addition, this mechanism can also give the component a rotational operation effect through the rotating mechanism, thereby further improving its application range and functions. Compared with conventional clamping devices at present, this application has significant advantages such as stable clamping effect, automatic shaping, simple structure, low cost, and wide application range, playing an important role in the processing cycle of high-pressure energy storage cylinders. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To make the content of this invention easier to understand, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage gas cylinders in a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the clamping and shaping mechanism, support body, and rotating mechanism in the integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders is shown.

[0022] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a clamping and shaping mechanism, a support body, and a rotating mechanism in the integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders, shown from another perspective.

[0023] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure at point AA;

[0024] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a three-dimensional structural schematic of the moving mechanism in the integrated high-pressure energy storage gas cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating device.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the accompanying drawings: 100, support body; 110, housing; 120, connecting plate; 200, clamping and shaping mechanism; 210, first driver; 220, connecting rod; 230, moving component; 231, first bearing; 232, fixing plate; 240, shaping locking ring; 241, main body; 242, pressing part; 243, limiting part; 250, resetting part; 300, rotating mechanism; 310, second driver; 320, guide wheel; 330, synchronous belt; 340, rotating ring; 350, second bearing; 400, moving mechanism; 410, transport vehicle body; 420, guide rail; 430, fixing frame; 440, third driver; 500, high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be processed; 1001, rotation center line. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and implement the present invention. However, the embodiments described are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] See Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment provides an integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders, comprising: a support body 100, the support body 100 including a housing 110; at least one clamping and shaping mechanism 200, the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 being connected within the housing 110, the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 including at least one first driver 210 and a shaping locking ring 240, a plurality of first drivers 210 being spaced apart around the shaping locking ring 240 and respectively connected to the shaping locking ring 240, the shaping locking ring 240 being moved against the outer surface of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped; and a rotating mechanism 300, the rotating mechanism 300 being connected to the support body 100, the rotating mechanism 300 including a second driver 310 and a rotating ring 340 interconnected, the rotating ring 340 being sleeved on the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped and connected to the shaping locking ring 240, the rotating ring 340 driving the shaping locking ring 240 to rotate around a rotation center line 1001 via the second driver 310.

[0030] The high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating integrated device and processing system of the present invention, through the clamping and shaping mechanism 200, accommodates and clamps the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, achieving a circumferential clamping effect on the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, thereby maximizing its clamping and fixing stability. Simultaneously, based on the first driver 210 providing the moving effect of the shaping locking ring 240, this mechanism can also shape the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder while maintaining stable clamping, thus stabilizing the component shape and avoiding the problem of compression deformation caused by excessive clamping force during conventional clamping processes. This makes the high-pressure energy storage cylinder more suitable for subsequent splicing and assembly processes. Furthermore, this mechanism can also provide the component with a rotating operation effect through the rotating mechanism 300, thereby further improving its application range and functionality. Compared with conventional clamping devices at present, this application has significant advantages such as stable clamping effect, automatic shaping, simple structure, low cost, and wide application range, playing an important role in the processing cycle of high-pressure energy storage cylinders.

[0031] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders in this embodiment includes two clamping and shaping mechanisms 200, and correspondingly two support bodies 100. The main body of each support body 100 is a hollow annular element, with its inward side communicating with the outside, allowing the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 to contact the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed. Furthermore, each support body 100 includes a connecting plate 120, which is fixedly connected to the outside of the annular main body of the support body 100 for mounting and connecting the rotating mechanism 300. The support body 100 also has legs for connecting external mobile equipment. The two clamping and shaping mechanisms 200 are used to clamp and fix the cylindrical energy storage tank semi-finished product. Further, the two clamping and shaping mechanisms 200 are spaced apart along the length of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed, so that the mechanism has a more stable clamping effect. Here, one of the clamping and shaping mechanisms 200 is described as an example.

[0032] See Figures 3 to 5As shown, in this embodiment, the minimum diameter of the shaping locking ring 240 is the same as the diameter of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed. It is used to directly contact the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed, and it can move along its length direction while conforming to the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed, thereby achieving a shaping effect on the surface of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed during its movement. Further, in this embodiment, eight first actuators 210 are provided at intervals around the shaping locking ring 240. Any first actuator 210 is preferably a linear cylinder. The working ends of all first actuators 210 are set against the outer surface of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed and facing the part to be connected. The first actuators 210 are used to provide driving force for the movement of the shaping locking ring 240. In other embodiments, the first actuators 210 can also be set as other structures with the same driving function. The present invention does not impose specific limitations on this.

[0033] Specifically, the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 further includes multiple connecting rods 220 and a moving component 230. Each connecting rod 220 corresponds to one of the multiple first actuators 210. One side of the moving component 230 is connected to the free end of each connecting rod 220, and the other side is connected to the shaping locking ring 240. Based on this structure, the multiple connecting rods 220 and the moving component 230 all move via the first actuators 210, transmitting force to the shaping locking ring 240, thus achieving interconnection between the shaping locking ring 240 and at least one first actuator 210. In this embodiment, eight connecting rods 220 are provided corresponding to the eight first drivers 210. The moving component 230 includes a first bearing 231 and a fixing plate 232. The multiple connecting rods 220 are connected to the first bearing 231. The fixing plate 232 is connected to the shaping locking ring 240. Further, the fixing plate 232 is sleeved on the outside of the shaping locking ring 240 and is fixedly connected to the shaping locking ring 240. The first bearing 231 is fixedly sleeved on the outside of the fixing plate 232.

[0034] See Figures 3 to 5As shown, the shaping and locking ring 240 includes a main body 241 and a pressing part 242. The first driver 210 is connected to one side of the main body 241, and the pressing part 242 is disposed on the other side of the main body 241 and protrudes from the main body 241 toward the high-pressure energy storage cylinder. The main body 241 and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder are spaced apart. In actual production and processing, the shape of the connection point of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder is the most important, as it directly affects the stability and sealing of the subsequent connection. Therefore, in this embodiment, the pressing part 242 is positioned toward one end of the connection point of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, and the spaced arrangement between the main body 241 and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder can reduce the friction between the shaping and locking ring 240 and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder. This achieves the optimal shaping effect while minimizing the driving force. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the shaping and locking ring 240 also includes a limiting part 243 to limit the actual movement distance of the shaping and locking ring 240 and to cooperate with the subsequent reset process.

[0035] See Figure 2 As shown, the rotating mechanism 300 provides rotational driving force to the clamping and shaping mechanism 200, enabling the mechanism to rotate and cooperate with subsequent splicing devices. Further, the rotating mechanism 300 also includes a timing belt 330, which is sleeved on the outer surface of the second driver and the rotating ring 340 to drive the rotating ring 340 to rotate around the rotation center line 1001. The outer surface of the rotating ring 340 is configured with a damping structure. In this embodiment, the rotary motor is located outside the housing 110 and connected to the connecting plate 120. The timing belt 330 is sleeved on the outer surface of the rotating ring 340 to drive the rotating ring 340 to rotate. Specifically, in this embodiment, the outer surface of the rotating ring 340 is provided with a damping structure (gear), which increases the friction between the rotating ring 340 and the timing belt 330, thereby reducing the energy loss of the second driver 310. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the second driver 310 is preferably a rotary motor, and the synchronous belt 330 drives the rotating ring 340, the shaping and locking ring 240, and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed to rotate sequentially through the rotary motor. In this embodiment, the rotation center line 1001 coincides with the central axis of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed.

[0036] Furthermore, the rotating mechanism 300 also includes at least one guide wheel 320, which is arranged around the working end of the second driver 310. The timing belt 330 is disposed between the working end of the second driver 310 and at least one guide wheel 320 to increase the damping of the timing belt 330. In this embodiment, two guide wheels 320 are included, which are respectively disposed on both sides of the second rotating drive mechanism. The timing belt 330 is arranged in a "V" shape between the two guide wheels 320, thereby increasing the friction between the timing belt 330 and the second rotating drive mechanism.

[0037] Specifically, the rotating mechanism 300 in this embodiment further includes a second bearing 350, which is disposed inside the housing 110 and sleeved on the outer surface of the shaping locking ring 240. The second bearing 350 and the first bearing 231 are spaced apart at the same horizontal height. See also Figure 5 As shown, the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 in this embodiment further includes a reset member 250, which is disposed between the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 and the housing 110, specifically between the first bearing 231 and the second bearing 350. In this embodiment, the reset member 250 is used to automatically reset the shaping locking ring 240 after the first driver 210 stops working. It is preferably a spring. In other embodiments, the reset member 250 can also be other components with elastic reset function, such as elastic rubber. This invention does not impose specific limitations on this.

[0038] See Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, this integrated high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating device also includes a moving mechanism 400. The moving mechanism 400 includes a fixed frame 430, guide rails 420, a transport vehicle body 410, and a third driver 440. The guide rails 420 are disposed on the fixed frame 430, and the third driver 440 is connected to the transport vehicle body 410 so that the transport vehicle body 410 is slidably connected to the fixed frame 430. The support body 100 is disposed inside the transport vehicle body 410. In this embodiment, the fixed frame 430 is preferably a rectangular frame with two guide rails 420. Both guide rails 420 extend along the depth direction of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed and are spaced apart along the width direction of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder 500 to be processed. The transport vehicle body 410 is slidably connected to the two guide rails 420 to drive the support body 100, the clamping and shaping mechanism 200, and the rotating mechanism 300 to move synchronously.

[0039] Example 2:

[0040] This embodiment provides a high-pressure energy storage cylinder processing system, which includes the aforementioned integrated high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating device.

[0041] In summary, the high-pressure energy storage cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating integrated device and processing system of the present invention, through the clamping and shaping mechanism 200 accommodating and clamping the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, achieves the effect of circumferential clamping of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder, thereby maximizing its clamping and fixing stability. Simultaneously, based on the first driver 210 providing the moving effect of the shaping locking ring 240, this mechanism can also shape the outer wall of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder while maintaining stable clamping, thereby stabilizing the component shape and avoiding the problem of compression deformation caused by excessive clamping force during conventional clamping processes. This makes the high-pressure energy storage cylinder more suitable for subsequent splicing and assembly processes. Furthermore, this mechanism can also provide the component with a rotating operation effect through the rotating mechanism 300, thereby further improving its application range and function. Compared with conventional clamping devices at present, this application has significant advantages such as stable clamping effect, automatic shaping, simple structure, low cost, and wide application range, playing an important role in the processing cycle of high-pressure energy storage cylinders.

[0042] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A high-pressure energy storage gas cylinder clamping, shaping, and rotating integrated device, characterized in that: include: The support body includes a shell; At least one clamping and shaping mechanism is connected to the housing. The clamping and shaping mechanism includes at least one first driver, a shaping locking ring, multiple connecting rods, and a moving component. The multiple first drivers are spaced apart around the shaping locking ring, and the multiple connecting rods are arranged one-to-one with the multiple first drivers. The moving component includes a first bearing and a fixing plate. The multiple connecting rods are connected to the first bearing, and the fixing plate is connected to the shaping locking ring. The shaping locking ring moves in contact with the outer surface of the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped. A rotating mechanism is connected to the support body. It includes a second driver and a rotating ring connected to each other. The rotating ring is sleeved on the high-pressure energy storage cylinder to be shaped and is connected to the shaping locking ring. The rotating ring drives the shaping locking ring to rotate around the rotation center line through the second driver.

2. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaping and locking ring includes a main body and a compression part. The first driver is connected to one side of the main body, and the compression part is disposed on the other side of the main body and protrudes from the main body toward the high-pressure energy storage cylinder. The main body and the high-pressure energy storage cylinder are spaced apart.

3. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism also includes a timing belt, which is sleeved on the second driver and the outer surface of the rotating ring to drive the rotating ring to rotate around the rotation center line. The outer surface of the rotating ring is configured as a damping structure.

4. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism further includes at least one guide wheel, which is arranged around the working end of the second driver, and the timing belt is arranged between the working end of the second driver and at least one guide wheel to increase the damping of the timing belt.

5. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping and shaping mechanism further includes a reset member, which is disposed between the clamping and shaping mechanism and the housing.

6. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage gas cylinders according to claim 5, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism further includes a second bearing, which is disposed inside the housing and sleeved on the outer surface of the shaping locking ring.

7. The integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating device for high-pressure energy storage cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a moving mechanism, which includes a fixed frame, a guide rail, a transport vehicle body, and a third drive. The guide rail is disposed on the fixed frame, and the third drive is connected to the transport vehicle body so that the transport vehicle body is slidably connected to the fixed frame. The support body is disposed inside the transport vehicle body.

8. A high-pressure energy storage gas cylinder processing system, characterized in that: The device includes the integrated clamping, shaping, and rotating high-pressure energy storage cylinder as described in any one of claims 1 to 7.

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