Assembly module and assembly apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses an assembly module and an assembly device, and relates to the technical field of assembly devices, wherein the assembly module is used for assembling an imaging product, the imaging product comprises an imaging module and a second functional component, the imaging module comprises a mounting support and a camera assembly penetrating through the mounting support, the mounting support is provided with a second mounting surface facing a front surface of the camera assembly, the assembly module can assemble the second functional component on the second mounting surface, the second functional component comprises a window structure, the assembly module comprises a window assembly unit, the window assembly unit comprises a second mounting mechanism and a second fixing mechanism, the second mounting mechanism can take out the window structure from a second warehouse and position and place the window structure on the second mounting surface, and the second fixing mechanism is used for fixing the positioned window structure; and the technical scheme provided by the application can guarantee the assembly precision of the imaging product and reduce the production cost of the imaging product.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of assembly equipment technology, and in particular to an assembly module and assembly equipment. Background Technology

[0002] For some imaging products, such as AR devices, VR devices and other head-mounted display devices, the internal imaging modules have structures such as cameras, which require high assembly precision. However, in the current technology, the assembly of imaging products often relies on manual assembly. During the manual assembly process, due to individual differences of operators, the assembly precision may be difficult to guarantee, resulting in a poor yield rate. In addition, the manual assembly efficiency is poor and the assembly cost is high, which leads to a high production cost of imaging products. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide an assembly module and assembly equipment, which aims to ensure the assembly accuracy of imaging products and reduce the production cost of imaging products.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes an assembly module for assembling imaging products. The imaging product includes an imaging module and a second functional component. The imaging module includes a mounting bracket and a camera component disposed within the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket has a second mounting surface facing the front of the camera component. The assembly module is capable of assembling the second functional component on the second mounting surface. The second functional component includes a window structure. The assembly module includes:

[0005] The window assembly unit includes:

[0006] The second installation mechanism is capable of removing the window structure from the second hopper and positioning the window structure on the second mounting surface;

[0007] The second fixing mechanism is used to fix the window structure after positioning.

[0008] In one embodiment, the window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket by a second fastener; the second fixing mechanism includes a second fastening locking mechanism, which fixes the second fastener to the window structure by a second preset torque; and / or,

[0009] The imaging module also includes a second positioning cover. The second mounting mechanism can press the second positioning cover into the positioned window structure. After the second fixing mechanism fixes the window structure to the mounting bracket, the second positioning cover is removed.

[0010] In one embodiment, the working end of the second mounting mechanism can be attached to the window structure.

[0011] In one embodiment, the second installation mechanism is provided with a third monitoring and guiding structure, which is used to monitor the operation of the second installation mechanism and guide the operation of the second installation mechanism;

[0012] The second fixing mechanism is provided with a fourth monitoring and guiding structure, which is used to monitor the operation of the second fixing mechanism and guide the operation of the second fixing mechanism.

[0013] In one embodiment, the third monitoring and guidance structure includes a third vision component and a third control component. The third vision component can monitor the working path of the second installation mechanism and provide feedback to the third control component, which controls the operation of the second installation mechanism.

[0014] The fourth monitoring and guidance structure includes a fourth vision component and a fourth control component. The fourth vision component can monitor the working path of the second fixing mechanism and provide feedback to the fourth control component, which controls the operation of the second fixing mechanism.

[0015] In one embodiment, the assembly module further includes a third detection unit for detecting the imaging module assembled by the window assembly unit.

[0016] In one embodiment, the assembly module further includes a third material transfer unit and the third waste disposal platform;

[0017] The third material transfer unit is signal-connected to the third detection unit. The third detection unit detects that the window structure is not installed correctly and transmits the third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit then transfers the imaging module to the third waste stage.

[0018] In one embodiment, the first assembly module includes a second fixing fixture, which fixes a plurality of the mounting brackets. The window assembly unit simultaneously assembles the plurality of mounting brackets. The third waste table stores imaging modules with qualified window structure installation.

[0019] The third detection unit detects that the window structures on the multiple mounting brackets are all installed incorrectly, and transmits the third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit then transfers the second fixed fixture to the third waste platform. The third detection unit also detects that the window structures on some of the multiple mounting brackets are installed incorrectly, and transmits the third material replenishment signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit then replaces the imaging modules on the second fixed fixture with imaging modules on the third waste platform that have qualified window structures, so that all the imaging modules on the second fixed fixture are qualified.

[0020] In one embodiment, the window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket by a second fastener; the third detection unit includes a second buoyancy detection mechanism, which can detect the protrusion height of the second fastener relative to the window structure and determine whether the protrusion height is within a preset range.

[0021] In one embodiment, the second buoyancy detection mechanism includes a second detection component, a second sleeve, and a second slide rod slidably inserted into the second sleeve. The end of the second sleeve abuts against the window structure and is sleeved on the outer periphery of the second fastener. The end of the second slide rod abuts against the second fastener. The second detection component measures the sliding distance of the second slide rod relative to the second sleeve.

[0022] In one embodiment, the second functional component further includes an antenna structure;

[0023] The second assembly module includes an antenna assembly unit, which is capable of assembling the antenna structure onto the mounting bracket.

[0024] In one embodiment, the antenna structure includes an antenna and a flexible circuit board connected to an end of the antenna, the flexible circuit board being adhered to the second mounting surface;

[0025] The antenna assembly unit includes a third mounting mechanism, which is capable of removing the antenna structure from the third hopper and positioning and attaching the flexible circuit board to the second mounting surface.

[0026] In one embodiment, the antenna assembly unit further includes a pressure-holding mechanism that presses the flexible circuit board bonded to the mounting bracket.

[0027] In one embodiment, the flexible circuit board has a fixing adhesive layer on the side opposite to the antenna, and the fixing adhesive layer is covered with a release film;

[0028] The antenna assembly unit further includes a film-peeling mechanism, which is used to peel off the release film of the flexible circuit board on the third mounting mechanism so that the third mounting mechanism can adhere the fixing adhesive layer to the second mounting surface.

[0029] In one embodiment, the release film has a partially laterally protruding guide portion, and the film-tearing mechanism includes a drive assembly and a film-tearing clamp disposed at the end of the drive assembly. The film-tearing clamp includes two opposing clamping sections. The drive assembly can drive the film-tearing clamp to move and drive the two clamping sections to move towards or away from each other.

[0030] In one embodiment, the mounting bracket is provided with a mounting position for fixing the antenna structure;

[0031] The assembly module also includes an adjustment mechanism that can adjust the placement angle of the imaging module so that the mounting position faces the antenna assembly unit, thereby enabling the antenna assembly unit to assemble the antenna structure.

[0032] In one embodiment, the assembly module includes a second fixing fixture that fixes the mounting bracket and oriented the second mounting surface toward a side opposite to the second fixing fixture.

[0033] In one embodiment, the second fixing fixture includes a second fixture platform and a plurality of second limiting members and a second support member installed on the second fixture platform. The plurality of second limiting members are spaced apart at the edge of the mounting bracket to limit the position of the imaging module. The second support member abuts against the side of the mounting bracket opposite to the second mounting surface.

[0034] The present invention also proposes an assembly device, comprising the assembly module as described above.

[0035] The technical solution of this invention, by setting up a window assembly unit, enables the automatic assembly of the window structure onto the second mounting surface, thereby ensuring the installation efficiency and accuracy of the window structure. The window assembly unit includes a second mounting mechanism and a second fixing mechanism. The second mounting mechanism can retrieve the window structure from the second hopper and position it on the second mounting surface; the second fixing mechanism is used to fix the positioned window structure, allowing the second mounting mechanism to pre-position the window structure, and then fixing the positioned window structure, thus ensuring the installation accuracy of the window structure and contributing to the yield rate of imaging products. Furthermore, the second mounting mechanism can retrieve the window structure from the second hopper and move it towards the imaging module to position it on the second mounting surface, thereby saving a material handling mechanism and simplifying the structure of the window assembly unit. Attached Figure Description

[0036] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0037] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first fixing fixture in one embodiment of the assembly equipment provided by the present invention;

[0038] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second fixed fixture in the assembly equipment;

[0039] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the first material handling structure in the protective assembly unit of the assembly equipment;

[0040] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the first mounting structure in the protective assembly unit of the assembly equipment;

[0041] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first detection unit in the assembly equipment;

[0042] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the first buoyancy detection mechanism in the first detection unit;

[0043] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A partially enlarged view of the end of the first buoyancy detection mechanism in the middle;

[0044] Figure 8 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the window assembly unit in the assembly equipment;

[0045] Figure 9 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the antenna assembly unit in the assembly equipment;

[0046] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the film-tearing mechanism in the antenna assembly unit at one angle;

[0047] Figure 11 for Figure 9 Another structural diagram of the film-tearing mechanism in the antenna assembly unit;

[0048] Figure 12 for Figure 11 A magnified view of the film-tearing mechanism at the film-tearing clamp.

[0049] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0050] 1. Imaging module; 11. Antenna structure; 111. Release layer; 1111. Guide section; 12. Protective structure; 121. Second fastener; 13. Mounting bracket;

[0051] 2. Protective assembly unit; 21. First material handling structure; 221. First adsorption component; 22. First mounting structure; 221. Third adsorption component; 23. First detection and guidance mechanism; 231. First vision component; 24. First detection unit; 241. First buoyancy detection mechanism; 2411. First detection component; 2412. First sleeve; 2413. First slide bar; 25. Conveyor belt; 26. First waste platform;

[0052] 3. Window assembly unit; 31. Second hopper;

[0053] 4. Antenna assembly unit; 41. Third material bin; 42. Film tearing mechanism; 421. Drive assembly; 422. Film tearing clamp; 423. Clamping section; 43. Third mounting structure; 44. Receiving bin;

[0054] 5. First fixed fixture; 51. First fixture platform; 52. First limiting component; 53. First supporting component;

[0055] 6. Second fixed fixture; 61. Second fixture platform; 62. Second limiting component; 63. Second support component.

[0056] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0057] 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 a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0058] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0059] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this invention involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0060] This invention proposes an assembly device for assembling imaging products. These imaging products can be head-mounted display devices such as AR devices and VR devices, or imaging devices such as cameras and webcams. Therefore, the imaging product includes an imaging module 1, which comprises a mounting bracket 13 and a camera assembly. The mounting bracket 13 includes a first mounting surface and a second mounting surface arranged opposite to each other. The camera assembly is fixed to the mounting bracket 13 and passes through it, meaning the camera assembly passes through both the first and second mounting surfaces, thereby ensuring the stability of the camera assembly. The camera assembly can be a single camera, or a group or multiple groups of cameras.

[0061] Please see Figures 1 to 12 In one embodiment of the present invention, the assembly equipment includes an assembly module for assembling functional components mounted on the mounting bracket 13.

[0062] Specifically, the imaging product also includes functional components, which can be configured as functional structures mounted on opposite sides of the mounting bracket 13 to achieve or improve certain functions of the imaging product, such as improving the heat dissipation capacity of the camera component, protecting the camera component, improving the imaging capability of the imaging product, improving the control of the camera component's operation, or providing electrical connections with other structures within the imaging product. The assembly module is used to assemble the functional components to their corresponding positions on the mounting bracket 13, thereby achieving automated assembly of the imaging product.

[0063] The functional components include a first functional component and a second functional component. The mounting bracket 13 has a first mounting surface and a second mounting surface arranged opposite to each other. The first functional component is mounted on the first mounting surface, and the second functional component is mounted on the second mounting surface. That is, the first functional component and the second functional component are respectively mounted on opposite sides of the mounting bracket 13. Their main mounting positions are different, and the functions they perform are often different. Therefore, two assembly modules are set up, including a first assembly module and a second assembly module. The first assembly module is used to assemble the first functional component on the first mounting surface, and the second assembly module is used to assemble the second functional component on the second mounting surface. This allows for the assembly of functional components on the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface of the mounting bracket 13, thereby realizing automated assembly of imaging products, improving the assembly accuracy of imaging products, and assembling imaging products in modules, which helps to improve the production efficiency of imaging products.

[0064] Of course, in other embodiments, the functional component may also include only the first functional component. In this case, the mounting module only includes the first mounting module, that is, only the first mounting surface of the mounting bracket 13 is automatically assembled, and the second functional component on the second mounting surface can be assembled manually; or the functional component may include only the second functional component. In this case, the mounting module only includes the second mounting module, that is, only the second mounting surface of the mounting bracket 13 is automatically assembled, and the first functional component on the first mounting surface can be assembled manually. The two assembly modules will be described separately below. For clarity, the assembly module used to assemble the first functional component is referred to as the first assembly module (hereinafter referred to as the first assembly module), and the assembly module used to assemble the second functional component is referred to as the second assembly module (hereinafter referred to as the second assembly module).

[0065] The first mounting surface can be the side of the mounting bracket 13 facing the back of the camera component, and the second mounting surface can be the side of the mounting bracket 13 facing the front of the camera component; or the first mounting surface can be the side of the mounting bracket 13 facing the front of the camera component. In this case, the functions of the first functional component and the second functional component may be switched. The following explanation will be based on the example where the first mounting surface is located on the side of the mounting bracket 13 facing the back of the camera component and the second mounting surface is located on the side of the mounting bracket 13 facing the front of the camera component.

[0066] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4In an embodiment of the present invention, the first functional component includes a protective structure 12, and the first assembly module includes a protective assembly unit 2. The protective assembly unit 2 is used to install the protective structure 12 onto the first mounting surface and to cover the camera assembly with the protective structure 12. Specifically, the protective structure 12 is used to protect the camera. The protective assembly unit 2 can install the protective structure 12 onto the first mounting surface. The protective assembly unit 2 can be used solely for installing the protective structure 12; the material handling of the protective structure 12 can be accomplished by other material handling structures. The protective structure 12 can be installed onto the first mounting surface using a first fastener, or by snap-fitting or adhesive bonding. The protective assembly unit 2 further installs the protective structure 12 according to the assembly method of the protective structure 12.

[0067] Furthermore, the protection assembly unit 2 includes a first mounting mechanism and a first fixing mechanism. The first mounting mechanism can remove the protective structure 12 from the first hopper and position the protective structure 12 on the first mounting surface, and the first mounting mechanism covers the camera assembly. The first fixing mechanism is used to fix the positioned protective structure 12. Specifically, the first mounting mechanism can remove the protective structure 12 from the first hopper and move it towards the imaging module to position the protective structure 12 on the first mounting surface, thereby saving a material handling mechanism and simplifying the structure of the protection assembly unit 2. Moreover, the first mounting mechanism can achieve pre-installation positioning of the protective structure 12, and then the first fixing mechanism fixes the positioned protective structure 12, thereby ensuring the installation accuracy of the protective structure 12 and helping to improve the yield rate of imaging products.

[0068] Furthermore, the protective structure 12 is configured as a protective plate, which is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by a first fastener; the first fixing mechanism includes a first fastening locking mechanism, which fixes the first fastener to the protective plate by a first preset torque.

[0069] Specifically, the protective structure 12 is configured as a sheet structure, and the protective sheet is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by a first fastener. Both the protective sheet and the mounting bracket 13 have pre-set first mounting holes to facilitate the installation of the first fastener. Therefore, the first fixing mechanism is configured as a first fastening locking mechanism. The first fastening locking mechanism applies a first preset torque to the first fastener, thereby allowing the first fastener to pass through the protective sheet and be fastened to the mounting bracket 13. Applying the first preset torque ensures the installation strength of the first fastener, ensuring the stability of the protective sheet installation without the possibility of damaging the protective sheet or the mounting bracket 13 due to excessive torque. At this time, the first mounting mechanism only needs to position the protective sheet on the first mounting surface, thus facilitating the installation of the first mounting mechanism.

[0070] In other embodiments, the protective structure 12 is snapped onto the first mounting surface by a snap-fit ​​action. In this case, the first mounting mechanism may need to pre-position and snap the protective structure 12 onto the first mounting surface, and then the first fixing mechanism further secures the protective structure 12 to the first mounting surface.

[0071] To reduce the possibility of accidental movement of the protective structure 12 during the fixing process by the first fixing mechanism, in this embodiment of the invention, the protective structure 12 further includes a first positioning cover. The first mounting mechanism can press the first positioning cover tightly onto the positioned protective structure 12. After the first fixing mechanism fixes the protective structure 12 to the mounting bracket 13, the first positioning cover is removed. Specifically, the first positioning cover presses the protective structure 12, thereby initially fixing the protective structure 12 and reducing the possibility of accidental displacement of the protective structure 12 during the fixing process. Furthermore, to facilitate the installation of the first fixing mechanism, the first positioning cover is provided with a first clearance hole, thereby allowing space for the fixing point of the first fixing mechanism on the protective structure 12. The first positioning cover can be pressed onto the protective structure 12 by the first mounting mechanism, or it can be pressed onto the protective structure 12 by other mechanisms. After the first fixing mechanism fixes the protective structure 12, the first fixing mechanism further removes the first positioning cover. That is, the installation and removal of the first positioning cover are both completed by the first mounting mechanism and the first fixing mechanism, thereby further simplifying the structure of the protective assembly unit 2.

[0072] To monitor the operation of the first installation mechanism, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first installation mechanism is provided with a first monitoring and guiding structure. This first monitoring and guiding structure monitors and guides the operation of the first installation mechanism. Specifically, the first monitoring and guiding structure can monitor the operation of the first installation mechanism. When the first installation mechanism does not move according to the preset working path or does not move according to the preset working procedure, it can promptly control the adjustment of the first installation mechanism or transmit a warning signal to the operator, so as to facilitate timely adjustment and maintenance by the operator.

[0073] Furthermore, the first monitoring and guidance structure includes a first vision component 231 and a first control component. The first vision component 231 can monitor the working path of the first installation mechanism and provide feedback to the first control component, which then controls the operation of the first installation mechanism. Specifically, the first vision component 231 is also a recording component, used to record the movement and working process of the first installation mechanism and provide timely feedback to the first control component. The first control component processes the feedback information and controls the operation of the first installation mechanism. Therefore, to facilitate monitoring of the operation of the first installation mechanism, the first monitoring and guidance structure is directly installed on the first installation mechanism, that is, the first vision component 231 is installed on the first installation structure 22, and the first vision component 231 faces the working end of the first installation structure 22, thereby ensuring that the first vision component 231 can monitor the installation effect of the protective structure 12 in a timely manner and improve the assembly accuracy of the protective structure 12.

[0074] In other embodiments, the first monitoring and guidance structure includes a first sensor assembly and a first control assembly. The first sensor assembly can monitor the working path of the first installation mechanism and provide feedback to the first control assembly, which controls the operation of the first installation mechanism.

[0075] To monitor the operation of the first fixing mechanism, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first fixing mechanism is provided with a second monitoring and guiding structure. This second monitoring and guiding structure monitors and guides the operation of the first fixing mechanism. Specifically, the second monitoring and guiding structure can monitor the operation of the first fixing mechanism. When the first fixing mechanism does not move according to the preset working path or does not move according to the preset working procedure, it can promptly control the adjustment of the first fixing mechanism or transmit a warning signal to the operator, so as to facilitate timely adjustment and maintenance by the operator.

[0076] Furthermore, the second monitoring and guidance structure includes a second vision component and a second control component. The second vision component monitors the working path of the first fixing mechanism and provides feedback to the second control component, which then controls the operation of the first fixing mechanism. Specifically, the second vision component, also known as a recording component, records the motion and working process of the first fixing mechanism and provides timely feedback to the second control component. The second control component processes the feedback information and controls the operation of the first fixing mechanism. Therefore, to facilitate monitoring of the operation of the first fixing mechanism, the second monitoring and guidance structure is directly installed on the first fixing mechanism, with the second vision component facing the working end of the first mounting structure 22. This ensures that the second vision component can monitor the installation effect of the protection structure 12 in a timely manner, improving the assembly accuracy of the protection structure 12.

[0077] In other embodiments, the second monitoring and guidance structure includes a second sensor assembly and a second control assembly. The second sensor assembly can monitor the working path of the first fixing mechanism and provide feedback to the second control assembly, which controls the operation of the first fixing mechanism.

[0078] To facilitate the operation of the first installation mechanism, please refer again to the embodiments of the present invention. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The first installation mechanism includes a first material-retrieving structure 21, a first positioning and flipping structure, and a first installation structure 22. The first material-retrieving structure 21 can retrieve the protective structure 12 from the first hopper. The first positioning and flipping structure retrieves the protective structure 12 from the first material-retrieving structure 21 and positions and flips it to a first preset position. The first installation structure 22 retrieves the protective structure 12 from the first preset position and positions and places the protective structure 12 on the first installation surface. Specifically, multiple protective structures 12 are stored in the first hopper. The first material-retrieving structure 21 retrieves the protective structure 12 from the first hopper and then passes it to the first positioning and flipping structure, thereby placing the protective structure 12 in the first preset position to facilitate retrieval by the first installation structure 22. Furthermore, for ease of material retrieval, the working end of the first material retrieval structure 21 (the end that picks up the protective structure 12) is often positioned downwards, and the working end of the first mounting structure 22 (the end that mounts the protective structure 12) is also often positioned downwards. Therefore, without a first positioning and flipping structure, the first mounting structure 22 would directly retrieve material from the first material retrieval structure 21, making it difficult to guarantee their relative positioning and inconvenient to retrieve material. Therefore, a first positioning and flipping structure is provided, which allows the first positioning and flipping mechanism to flip, thereby adjusting the placement direction of the protective structure 12 and facilitating material retrieval by the first mounting structure 22. In other embodiments, the first positioning and flipping structure can also be configured as a material transfer positioning platform. After the first material retrieval structure 21 retrieves material, it is placed on the material transfer positioning platform, which then moves the protective structure 12 to a first preset position, where it is retrieved by the first mounting structure 22. Since the first monitoring and guiding structure is installed on the first installation mechanism, the first material picking structure 21, the first positioning and flipping structure and the first installation structure 22 can all be provided with the first monitoring and guiding mechanism, or any two or any one of the first material picking structure 21, the first positioning and flipping structure and the first installation structure 22 can be provided with the first monitoring and guiding mechanism.

[0079] To protect the protective structure 12, in this embodiment of the invention, the first material-receiving structure 21 includes a first adsorption member 221, which moves between the first material bin and the first positioning and flipping structure and is capable of adsorbing the protective structure 12; the first positioning and flipping structure includes a second adsorption member, which moves between the first material-receiving structure 21 and the first preset position and is capable of adsorbing the protective structure 12; the first mounting structure 22 includes a third adsorption member 221, which moves between the first preset position and the imaging module 1 and is capable of adsorbing the protective structure 12. Specifically, the first material-receiving structure 21 moves between the first material bin and the first positioning and flipping structure and picks up the protective structure 12 through adsorption, thereby avoiding the possibility of the working end of the first material-receiving structure 21 scratching the protective structure 12, thus protecting the protective structure 12 and improving the yield rate. The first positioning and flipping structure moves between the first material-receiving structure 21 and the first preset position and picks up the protective structure 12 through adsorption, thereby avoiding the possibility of the working end of the first positioning and flipping structure scratching the protective structure 12, thus protecting the protective structure 12 and improving the yield rate. The first mounting structure 22 moves between the first preset position and the imaging module 1, and takes up the protective structure 12 through adsorption, thereby avoiding the possibility of the working end of the first mounting structure 22 scratching the protective structure 12, thus protecting the protective structure 12 and improving the yield rate.

[0080] To promptly assess the installation effectiveness of the protective structure 12 and facilitate the assembly of the imaging module 1 for the next stage, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figure 5 In an embodiment of the present invention, the first assembly module further includes a first detection unit 24, which is used to detect the imaging module 1 after the protective assembly unit 2 is assembled. Specifically, the first detection unit 24 is located after the protective assembly unit 2. In this embodiment, the installation device is provided with a conveyor belt 25, and the imaging module 1 is placed on the conveyor belt 25. The movement of the conveyor belt 25 drives the imaging module 1 to flow between different assembly or detection units. For example, when assembling the protective structure 12, the protective assembly unit 2 has a protective structure installation workbench. The transfer structure transfers the imaging module 1 to the protective structure installation workbench to facilitate the operation of the protective assembly unit. After the protective structure is installed, the transfer structure places the imaging module 1 back on the conveyor belt 25 or other conveying structures to flow to the first detection unit 24. Alternatively, the transfer structure can directly drive the imaging module 1 to flow between different assembly or detection units. Or, the imaging module 1 can be uniformly fixed on a workbench, and the workbench can be fixed on the conveyor belt 25. When the conveyor belt 25 stops, the protective assembly unit 2 directly assembles the imaging module 1 on the workbench, and then the conveyor belt 25 continues to drive the workbench to the next assembly process. In other embodiments, the first detection unit 24 may be omitted, and the detection of the imaging module 1 may be performed manually.

[0081] Furthermore, the first assembly module also includes a first transfer unit and a first waste table 26. The first transfer unit is signal-connected to the first detection unit 24. The first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structure 12 is not installed correctly and transmits a first transfer signal to the first transfer unit, which then transfers the imaging module 1 to the first waste table 26. Specifically, the first detection unit 24 can detect whether the first fastener is properly tightened, whether the protective structure 12 is installed in the correct position, and whether the protective structure 12 has scratches or deformation. If any of these three conditions are met, the protective structure 12 is determined to be installed incorrectly, and a first transfer signal is transmitted to the first transfer unit, which then transfers the imaging module 1 to the first waste table 26. If the first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structure 12 is installed correctly, the imaging module 1 can be transferred to the next assembly process via a conveyor belt 25 or other conveying structures.

[0082] For further details, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 5 The first assembly module also includes a first fixing fixture 5, which fixes multiple mounting brackets 13. The protection assembly unit 2 simultaneously assembles multiple mounting brackets 13. The first waste platform 26 stores the imaging module 1 that has been installed with the protective structure 12.

[0083] The first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structures 12 on multiple mounting brackets 13 are not installed correctly, and transmits a first material transfer signal to the first material transfer unit. The first material transfer unit transfers the first fixed fixture 5 to the first waste table 26. The first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structures 12 on some of the multiple mounting brackets 13 are not installed correctly, and transmits a first material replenishment signal to the first material transfer unit. The first material transfer unit replaces the imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 that are not installed correctly with the imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 with the imaging modules 1 on the first waste table 26 that are installed correctly, so that all the imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 are qualified.

[0084] Specifically, the first fixing fixture 5 can fix multiple mounting brackets 13. These mounting brackets 13 are arranged in a preset manner on the first fixing fixture 5, such as in a linear pattern, facilitating the simultaneous assembly of multiple mounting brackets 13 by the protection assembly unit 2. Alternatively, the protection assembly unit 2 may have multiple parallel working ends, each fixed with a protective structure 12, facilitating the placement of the protective structure 12. Or, the protection assembly unit 2 may have only one working end, which sequentially installs multiple mounting brackets 13. That is, the simultaneous assembly of multiple mounting brackets 13 by the protection assembly unit 2 does not mean that multiple mounting brackets 13 undergo the same installation process simultaneously; they can also undergo the same installation process sequentially and then proceed to the next process. Furthermore, the first positioning cover can simultaneously press multiple mounting brackets 13 together.

[0085] When the first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structure 12 on multiple mounting brackets 13 is not installed correctly, it transmits a first material transfer signal to the first material transfer unit. The first material transfer unit then transfers the first fixing fixture 5 to the first waste table 26. That is, when multiple mounting brackets 13 on the first fixing fixture 5 are not installed correctly, no remedial measures are taken, and the first fixing fixture 5 is directly transferred to the first waste table 26. When the first detection unit 24 detects that the protective structure 12 on some of the mounting brackets 13 is not installed correctly, it transmits a first material replenishment signal to the first material transfer unit. The first material transfer unit then transfers the first waste table 26 to the first waste table 26. The qualified imaging module 1 of the protective structure 12 on the material platform 26 replaces the unqualified imaging module 1 of the protective structure 12 on the first fixed fixture 5, so that all the imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 are qualified. That is, when some of the mounting brackets 13 on the first fixed fixture 5 are unqualified, remedial measures can be taken. The qualified imaging module 1 of the first waste platform 26 is replaced with the unqualified imaging module 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 by the first material transfer unit, so that all the mounting brackets 13 on the first fixed fixture 5 are qualified, thereby facilitating the transfer of the first fixed fixture 5 to the next assembly process.

[0086] In an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting bracket 13 is provided with two camera components. At this time, two protective structures 13 are also provided, and are respectively installed corresponding to the camera components. The first mounting mechanism can first install one of the two protective structures 13, and then press it with the first positioning cover, then install the other protective structure, and then press it with another first positioning cover, and then the first fixing mechanism fixes the two protective structures 12 of the mounting bracket 13 respectively; or, the first mounting mechanism first installs one of the two protective structures 13, and then presses it with the first positioning cover, and then the first fixing mechanism fixes the protective structure 12, and then flows back to the first mounting structure 22, the first mounting mechanism installs the other protective structure, and then presses it with the first positioning cover, and then the first fixing mechanism fixes the other protective structure 12.

[0087] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 In an embodiment of the present invention, the protective structure 12 is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by a first fastener, and the first detection unit 24 includes a first buoyancy detection mechanism 241. The first buoyancy detection mechanism 241 can detect the protrusion height of the first fastener relative to the protective structure 12 and determine whether the protrusion height is within a first preset range.

[0088] Specifically, since the protective structure 12 is often made of stainless steel, it is not easy to deform. And the installation position of the protective structure 12 is monitored by the first guide monitoring structure and the second guide monitoring structure, so its installation position can be guaranteed. Therefore, when the protective structure 12 is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by the first fastener, the first detection unit 24 can only detect whether the first fastener is installed in place, that is, detect whether the protrusion height of the first fastener is within the preset range, so as to reduce the possibility that the first fastener will affect the subsequent assembly of the imaging product.

[0089] Therefore, a first buoyancy detection mechanism 241 is provided. The first buoyancy detection mechanism 241 can detect the protrusion height of the first fastener relative to the protective structure 12 and determine whether the protrusion height is within a first preset range.

[0090] To facilitate the detection of the first fastener by the first buoyancy detection mechanism 241, the first buoyancy detection mechanism 241 includes a first detection component 2411, a first sleeve 2412, and a first sliding rod 2413 slidably inserted into the first sleeve 2412. The end of the first sleeve 2412 abuts against the protective structure 12 and is sleeved on the outer periphery of the first fastener. The end of the first sliding rod 2413 abuts against the first fastener. The first detection component 2411 measures the sliding distance of the first sliding rod 2413 relative to the first sleeve 2412. Specifically, since the first fastener is generally configured as a screw, directly measuring its protrusion height is not only difficult to detect but also lacks accuracy. Therefore, a first sleeve 2412 and a first sliding rod 2413 slidably inserted into the first sleeve 2412 are provided. When the end of the first sleeve 2412 abuts against the protective structure 12 and is fitted onto the outer periphery of the first fastener, the end of the first sliding rod 2413 is lifted a certain distance by the first fastener, and then the first sleeve 2412 and the first sliding rod 2413 are locked. The first detection component 2411 can determine the protrusion height of the first fastener by detecting the sliding distance of the first sliding rod 2413 relative to the first sleeve 2412, thereby facilitating the detection of the first fastener by the first buoyancy detection mechanism 241. To further improve its detection accuracy, the first detection component 2411 can be a laser detection component, which can control the detection accuracy to ±0.01mm, thereby effectively ensuring the installation accuracy of the first fastener. However, since the first buoyancy detection mechanism 241 indirectly detects the protrusion height of the first fastener, the thickness tolerance of the fastener nut and the depth tolerance of the first slide bar 2413 inserted into the nut must be considered when setting the preset range of the protrusion height of the fastening screw.

[0091] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first functional component further includes a heat dissipation material, and the first assembly module includes a heat dissipation assembly unit;

[0092] Before the protective assembly unit 2 assembles the protective structure 12, the heat dissipation assembly unit can fix the heat dissipation material to the back of the camera assembly and cover the outside of the heat dissipation material with the protective structure 12.

[0093] Specifically, since the heat dissipation material is located on the back of the camera assembly, and the protective structure 12 is covered on the camera assembly, that is, the heat dissipation material is located on the inside of the protective structure 12, the heat dissipation material must be fixed first and then the protective structure 12 must be fixed during actual assembly. In other words, the heat dissipation assembly unit is located upstream of the protective assembly unit 2.

[0094] To facilitate the fixation of heat dissipation material, in this embodiment of the invention, the heat dissipation assembly unit includes a dispensing machine. The dispensing machine dispenses adhesive on the back of the camera component along a preset path to coat the heat dissipation material onto the camera component 1. The dispensing path of the dispensing machine can be preset, thereby facilitating the adjustment of the shape of the heat dissipation layer to adapt to camera components with different structures, thereby improving the versatility of the heat dissipation assembly unit.

[0095] In other embodiments, the heat dissipation material can also be configured as a heat dissipation adhesive layer, and the heat dissipation assembly unit applies the heat dissipation adhesive layer to the camera component.

[0096] To promptly detect the fixation effect of the heat dissipation material and facilitate the assembly of the heat dissipation material in the next process by the imaging module 1, in this embodiment of the invention, the first assembly module further includes a second detection unit. The second detection unit is used to detect the imaging module 1 after assembly by the heat dissipation assembly unit. This second detection unit is located after the heat dissipation assembly unit. In this embodiment, the assembly equipment includes a conveyor belt 25. The imaging module 1 is placed on the conveyor belt 25 and its movement is driven by the conveyor belt 25 to move between different assembly or detection units. For example, when fixing the heat dissipation material, the heat dissipation assembly unit has a heat dissipation material mounting table. A transfer structure transfers the module to the heat dissipation material mounting table to facilitate the work of the heat dissipation assembly unit. After the heat dissipation material is installed, the transfer structure places it back onto the conveyor belt 25 or other conveying structures to move towards the second detection unit. Alternatively, the transfer structure can directly move the imaging module 1 between different assembly or detection units. Alternatively, the imaging modules 1 can be fixed to a workbench, which is then fixed to a conveyor belt 25. When the conveyor belt 25 stops, the heat dissipation assembly unit directly assembles the imaging modules 1 on the workbench. Afterward, the conveyor belt 25 continues to move the workbench to the protection assembly unit 2 for the assembly of the protection structure 12. In other embodiments, the second detection unit may be omitted, and the imaging modules 1 may be detected manually.

[0097] Furthermore, the first assembly module also includes a second material transfer unit and a second waste stage; the second material transfer unit is signal-connected to the second detection unit, the second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material is not installed properly, and transmits a second material transfer signal to the second material transfer unit, the second material transfer unit transfers the imaging module 1 to the second waste stage; the second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material is installed properly, and the imaging module 1 is transferred to the heat dissipation assembly unit.

[0098] Specifically, the second detection unit can detect whether the fixed position of the heat dissipation material is accurate, whether the shape of the heat dissipation material is correct, and whether the heat dissipation material is evenly applied. If any of the three conditions are met, it can be determined that the installation of the heat dissipation material is unqualified, and the second material transfer signal is transmitted to the second material transfer unit. The second material transfer unit transfers the imaging module 1 to the second waste table. If the second detection unit detects that the installation of the heat dissipation material is qualified, the imaging module 1 can be transferred to the protection assembly unit 2 through the conveyor belt 25 and other conveying structures.

[0099] Furthermore, the first assembly module also includes a first fixing fixture 5, which fixes multiple mounting brackets 13. The heat dissipation assembly unit simultaneously assembles multiple mounting brackets 13. The second waste platform stores imaging modules 1 that have been installed with heat dissipation material.

[0100] The second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material installation on multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, and transmits a second material transfer signal to the second material transfer unit. The second material transfer unit transfers the first fixed fixture 5 to the second waste table. The second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material installation on some of the multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, and transmits a second material replenishment signal to the second material transfer unit. The second material transfer unit replaces the unqualified imaging module 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 with a qualified imaging module 1 on the second waste table, so that all the imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 are qualified.

[0101] Specifically, the first fixing fixture 5 can fix multiple mounting brackets 13. These mounting brackets 13 are arranged in a preset manner on the first fixing fixture 5, such as in a linear pattern. This facilitates the simultaneous assembly of multiple mounting brackets 13 by the heat dissipation assembly unit. The heat dissipation assembly unit may have multiple parallel working ends, each fixing a heat dissipation material, or it may have only one working end that sequentially works on multiple mounting brackets 13 before transferring them to the heat dissipation assembly unit for fixing the heat dissipation material. In other words, the simultaneous assembly of multiple mounting brackets 13 by the heat dissipation assembly unit does not mean that multiple mounting brackets 13 perform the same installation process simultaneously. They can also sequentially perform the same installation process and then jointly transfer to the next process for the next operation.

[0102] When the second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material installation on multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, it transmits a second material transfer signal to the second material transfer unit. The second material transfer unit then transfers the first fixing fixture 5 to the second waste table. That is, when multiple mounting brackets 13 on the first fixing fixture 5 are unqualified, no remedial measures are taken, and the first fixing fixture 5 is directly transferred to the second waste table. When the second detection unit detects that the heat dissipation material installation on some of the mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, it transmits a second material replenishment signal to the second material transfer unit. The second material transfer unit then transfers the second waste table. Imaging modules 1 with qualified heat dissipation material on the platform replace imaging modules 1 with unqualified heat dissipation material on the first fixed fixture 5, so that all imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 are qualified. That is, when some of the mounting brackets 13 on the first fixed fixture 5 are unqualified, remedial measures can be taken. The second material transfer unit replaces the unqualified imaging modules 1 on the first fixed fixture 5 with qualified imaging modules 1 on the second waste platform, so that all the mounting brackets 13 on the fixed fixture are qualified, thereby facilitating the transfer of the first fixed fixture 5 to the next assembly process.

[0103] In this embodiment of the invention, the second detection unit includes an imaging unit capable of taking pictures of the heat dissipation material and identifying its fixed position. This imaging unit can identify the fixed position and coating shape of the heat dissipation material, and then determine whether the heat dissipation material of the imaging module 1 is installed correctly.

[0104] To ensure the imaging module 1 is fixed, in this embodiment of the invention, please refer to... Figure 1 The first assembly module also includes a first fixing fixture 5, which fixes the mounting bracket 13, and the first mounting surface faces the side away from the first fixing fixture 5. Specifically, if the imaging module 1 is directly placed on the conveyor belt 25 for circulation or the imaging module 1 is directly moved by the transfer component, it is difficult to ensure that the imaging module 1 will not move accidentally during the movement, causing the first mounting surface to not be facing upwards, and the imaging module 1 is prone to scratches during the transfer process. Therefore, the first fixing fixture 5 is set to fix the mounting bracket 13, so that the first mounting surface faces the side away from the first fixing fixture 5.

[0105] Furthermore, the first fixing fixture 5 includes a first fixture platform 51, and a plurality of first limiting members 52 and first support members 53 installed on the first fixture platform 51. The plurality of first limiting members 52 are spaced apart on the edge of the mounting bracket 13 to limit the imaging module 1, and the first support members 53 abut against the side of the mounting bracket 13 opposite to the first mounting surface. Specifically, the plurality of first limiting members 52 are spaced apart on the edge of the mounting bracket 13 to limit the imaging module 1 from multiple directions to fix the imaging module 1, and compared with setting limiting grooves, this solution is more convenient for fixing and disassembling the imaging module 1. The first support members 53 abut against the side of the mounting bracket 13 opposite to the first mounting surface, and are preferably arranged at the setting position of the first fastener, thereby providing a force application point for the assembly of the imaging module 1.

[0106] In other embodiments, the first fixing fixture 5 may be configured as a first fixture platform, and the first fixture platform has a mounting groove adapted to the second mounting surface.

[0107] Please see Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 7 The assembly process of imaging module 1 in the first assembly module is as follows: First, imaging module 1 is fixed on the first fixed fixture 5 and fed to conveyor belt 25 (transfer component). It then flows with conveyor belt 25 to the heat dissipation assembly unit. The dispensing machine of the heat dissipation assembly unit dispenses heat dissipation material according to a preset path to coat the camera component with heat dissipation material. Then it flows to the second detection unit. The imaging component of the second detection unit detects whether the heat dissipation material is fixed in a qualified manner. If it is not qualified, it is transferred by the second transfer unit to the second waste table. If it is qualified, it continues to flow to the first installation mechanism.

[0108] Simultaneously, the first material-retrieving structure 21 of the first installation mechanism retrieves the protective structure 12 from the first hopper. Then, the first positioning and flipping mechanism places the protective structure 12 in a first preset position. Next, the first installation structure 22 retrieves the material from the first preset position and positions it on the first mounting surface. The first positioning cap then presses the protective structure 12 against the first installation surface. The first fixing mechanism then moves, securing the protective structure 12 with the first fastener and releasing the pressure of the first positioning cap, thus completing the assembly of the protective structure 12. The first fixing fixture 5 continues to the first detection unit 24. The first floating height detection mechanism 241 of the first detection unit 24 checks whether the first fastener is installed correctly, thereby determining whether the protective structure 12 is installed correctly. If it is not correct, it is transferred by the first material transfer unit to the first waste table 26. If it is correct, it continues to the next processing step.

[0109] In an embodiment of the present invention, the second assembly module includes a window assembly unit 3, which is capable of assembling the window structure onto the second mounting surface. Specifically, the window structure is mounted on the front side of the camera assembly (the side where the lens is located). The window assembly unit 3 is capable of assembling the window structure onto the second mounting surface, thereby fixing the imaging module 1. The window assembly unit 3 can be used solely for mounting the window structure, and the material handling of the window structure can be accomplished by other material handling structures. The window structure can be mounted onto the second mounting surface using a second fastener 121, or it can be mounted onto the second mounting surface by snap-fit ​​or adhesive bonding. The window assembly unit 3 further mounts the window structure according to the assembly method of the window structure.

[0110] Furthermore, the window assembly unit 3 includes a second mounting mechanism and a second fixing mechanism. The second mounting mechanism can remove the window structure from the second hopper 31 and position the window structure on the second mounting surface; the second fixing mechanism is used to fix the positioned window structure. Specifically, the second mounting mechanism can remove the window structure from the second hopper 31 and move it towards the imaging module to position the window structure on the second mounting surface, thereby saving a material handling mechanism and simplifying the structure of the window assembly unit 3. Moreover, the second mounting mechanism can achieve pre-installation positioning of the window structure, and then the second fixing mechanism fixes the positioned window structure, thereby ensuring the installation accuracy of the window structure and contributing to the yield rate of the imaging product.

[0111] Furthermore, the window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by the second fastener 121; the second fixing mechanism includes a second fastening locking mechanism, which fixes the second fastener 121 to the window structure by a second preset torque.

[0112] Specifically, the window structure is securely connected to the mounting bracket 13 via a second fastener 121. Both the window structure and the mounting bracket 13 have pre-set second mounting holes to facilitate the installation of the second fastener 121. Therefore, the second fixing mechanism is configured as a second fastening locking mechanism. The second fastening locking mechanism applies a second preset torque to the second fastener 121, thereby allowing the second fastener 121 to pass through the window structure and be securely connected to the mounting bracket 13. Applying the second preset torque ensures the installation strength of the second fastener 121, guaranteeing the stability of the window structure installation without potentially damaging the window structure or the mounting bracket 13 due to excessive torque. Furthermore, the second mounting mechanism only needs to position the window structure on the second mounting surface, thus facilitating the installation of the second mounting mechanism.

[0113] In other embodiments, the window structure is snapped onto the second mounting surface by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. In this case, the second mounting mechanism may need to pre-position and snap the window structure onto the second mounting surface, and then the second fixing mechanism further secures the window structure.

[0114] To reduce the possibility of accidental movement of the window structure during fixation by the second fixing mechanism, in this embodiment of the invention, the imaging module 1 further includes a second positioning cover. The second mounting mechanism can press the second positioning cover firmly against the positioned window structure. After the second fixing mechanism fixes the window structure to the mounting bracket 13, the second positioning cover is removed. Specifically, the second positioning cover presses against the window structure, thereby initially fixing the window structure and reducing the possibility of accidental displacement of the window structure during the fixing process. Furthermore, to facilitate the installation of the second fixing mechanism, the second positioning cover is provided with a second clearance hole, thereby allowing space for the fixing point of the second fixing mechanism on the window structure. The second positioning cover can be pressed against the window structure by the second mounting mechanism, or it can be pressed against the window structure by other mechanisms. After the second fixing mechanism fixes the window structure, the second fixing mechanism further removes the second positioning cover. That is, the installation and removal of the second positioning cover are both completed by the second mounting mechanism and the second fixing mechanism, thereby further simplifying the structure of the window assembly unit 3.

[0115] To monitor the operation of the second installation mechanism, in an embodiment of the present invention, the second installation mechanism is provided with a third monitoring and guiding structure. The third monitoring and guiding structure is used to monitor the operation of the second installation mechanism and guide its operation. Specifically, the third monitoring and guiding structure can monitor the operation of the second installation mechanism. When the second installation mechanism does not move according to the preset working path or does not move according to the preset working procedure, it can promptly control the adjustment of the second installation mechanism or transmit an early warning signal to the operator so as to facilitate the operator to make timely adjustments and maintenance.

[0116] Furthermore, the third monitoring and guidance structure includes a third vision component and a third control component. The third vision component monitors the working path of the second installation mechanism and provides feedback to the third control component, which then controls the operation of the second installation mechanism. Specifically, the third vision component, also known as a recording component, records the movement and working process of the second installation mechanism and provides timely feedback to the third control component. The third control component processes the feedback information and controls the operation of the second installation mechanism. Therefore, to facilitate monitoring of the second installation mechanism's operation, the third monitoring and guidance structure is directly installed on the second installation mechanism; that is, the third vision component is installed on the second installation structure, and the third vision component faces the working end of the second installation structure. This ensures that the third vision component can monitor the installation effect of the window structure in a timely manner, improving the assembly accuracy of the window structure.

[0117] In other embodiments, the third monitoring and guidance structure includes a third sensor assembly and a third control assembly. The third sensor assembly can monitor the working path of the second mounting mechanism and provide feedback to the third control assembly, which controls the operation of the second mounting mechanism.

[0118] To monitor the operation of the second fixing mechanism, in an embodiment of the present invention, the second fixing mechanism is provided with a fourth monitoring and guiding structure. This fourth monitoring and guiding structure monitors and guides the operation of the second fixing mechanism. Specifically, this fourth monitoring and guiding structure can monitor the operation of the second fixing mechanism. When the second fixing mechanism does not move according to the preset working path or does not move according to the preset working procedure, it can promptly control the adjustment of the second fixing mechanism or transmit a warning signal to the operator, so as to facilitate timely adjustment and maintenance by the operator.

[0119] Furthermore, the fourth monitoring and guidance structure includes a fourth vision component and a fourth control component. The fourth vision component monitors the working path of the second fixed mechanism and provides feedback to the fourth control component, which then controls the operation of the second fixed mechanism. Specifically, the fourth vision component, also known as a recording component, records the movement and working process of the second fixed mechanism and provides timely feedback to the fourth control component. The fourth control component processes the feedback information and controls the operation of the second fixed mechanism. Therefore, to facilitate monitoring of the operation of the second fixed mechanism, the fourth vision component is directly installed on the second fixed mechanism, facing the working end of the second mounting structure. This ensures that the fourth vision component can monitor the installation effect of the window structure in a timely manner, improving the assembly accuracy of the window structure.

[0120] In other embodiments, the fourth monitoring and guidance structure includes a fourth sensor assembly and a fourth control assembly. The fourth sensor assembly can monitor the working path of the second fixing mechanism and provide feedback to the fourth control assembly, which controls the operation of the second fixing mechanism.

[0121] Please see Figure 8 To facilitate the operation of the second mounting mechanism, in this embodiment of the invention, the working end of the second mounting mechanism is adsorbed onto the window structure. Specifically, multiple window structures are stored in the second hopper 31. The second mounting mechanism retrieves the window structure from the second hopper 31 through adsorption, and then moves the window structure towards the imaging module 1. After moving above the imaging module 1, it moves downward and places the window structure on the second mounting surface, thereby enabling the second mounting mechanism to operate. Furthermore, the second mounting mechanism fixes the window structure through adsorption, thus preventing the working end of the second mounting mechanism from scratching the window structure, thereby protecting the window structure and improving the yield rate.

[0122] In other embodiments, the second mounting mechanism includes a second material picking structure, a second positioning and flipping structure, and a second mounting structure. The second material picking structure can take out the window structure from the second hopper 31. The second positioning and flipping structure takes out the window structure from the second material picking structure and positions and flips it to a second preset position. The second mounting structure takes out the window structure from the second preset position and positions and places the window structure on the second mounting surface.

[0123] At this time, the second material handling structure includes a fourth adsorption component, which moves between the second material bin 31 and the second positioning and flipping structure, and is capable of adsorbing the viewing window structure; the second positioning and flipping structure includes a fifth adsorption component, which moves between the second material handling structure and the second preset position, and is capable of adsorbing the viewing window structure; the second mounting structure includes a sixth adsorption component, which moves between the second preset position and the imaging module 1, and is capable of adsorbing onto the viewing window structure. This avoids the possibility of the working end of the second mounting structure scratching the viewing window structure, thereby protecting the viewing window structure and improving the yield rate.

[0124] To promptly detect the installation effect of the window structure and facilitate the assembly of the imaging module 1 in the next process, in this embodiment of the invention, the second assembly module further includes a third detection unit. The third detection unit is used to detect the imaging module 1 after assembly by the window assembly unit 3. Specifically, the third detection unit is located after the window assembly unit 3. In this embodiment, the installation equipment is equipped with a conveyor belt 25. The imaging module 1 is placed on the conveyor belt 25 and moves between different assembly or detection units via the conveyor belt 25. For example, during window structure assembly, the window assembly unit 3 has a window structure installation workbench. A transfer structure moves the module 1 to the window structure installation workbench to facilitate the operation of the window assembly unit 3. After the window structure is installed, the transfer structure places the module 1 back onto the conveyor belt 25 or other conveying structures for transfer to the third detection unit. Alternatively, the transfer structure can directly move the imaging module 1 between different assembly or detection units. Alternatively, the imaging modules 1 can be fixed to a workbench, which is then fixed to the conveyor belt 25. When the conveyor belt 25 stops, the window assembly unit 3 directly assembles the imaging modules 1 on the workbench, and then the conveyor belt 25 continues to move the workbench to the next assembly process. In other embodiments, the third detection unit may not be provided, and the imaging modules 1 may be detected manually.

[0125] Furthermore, the assembly module also includes a third transfer unit and a third waste table. The third transfer unit is signal-connected to the third detection unit. The third detection unit detects that the window structure is not installed correctly and transmits a third transfer signal to the third transfer unit, which then transfers the imaging module 1 to the third waste table. Specifically, the third detection unit can detect whether the second fastener 121 is properly tightened, whether the installation position of the window structure is accurate, and whether the window structure has scratches or deformation. If any of these three conditions are met, the window structure is determined to be installed incorrectly, and a third transfer signal is transmitted to the third transfer unit, which then transfers the imaging module 1 to the third waste table. If the third detection unit detects that the window structure is installed correctly, the imaging module 1 can be transferred to the next assembly process via a conveyor belt 25 or other conveying structures.

[0126] For further details, please refer to Figure 2 The first assembly module includes a second fixing fixture 6, which fixes multiple mounting brackets 13. The window assembly unit 3 simultaneously assembles multiple mounting brackets 13. The third waste table stores the imaging module 1 with the window structure installed correctly.

[0127] The third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, and transmits a third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit transfers the second fixed fixture 6 to the third waste table. The third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on some of the multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, and transmits a third material replenishment signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit replaces the unqualified imaging module 1 on the second fixed fixture 6 with a qualified imaging module 1 on the third waste table, so that all the imaging modules 1 on the second fixed fixture 6 are qualified.

[0128] Specifically, the second fixing fixture 6 can fix multiple mounting brackets 13. These mounting brackets 13 are arranged in a preset manner on the second fixing fixture 6, such as in a linear pattern, facilitating the simultaneous assembly of multiple mounting brackets 13 by the window assembly unit 3. Alternatively, the window assembly unit 3 may have multiple parallel working ends, each fixing a window structure, facilitating the placement of the window structure. Or, the window assembly unit 3 may have only one working end, which sequentially installs multiple mounting brackets 13. That is, the window assembly unit assembles multiple mounting brackets 13 simultaneously, not necessarily performing the same installation process on all mounting brackets 13 at the same time, but sequentially performing the same installation process and then jointly transferring to the next process. Furthermore, the second positioning cover can simultaneously press multiple mounting brackets 13 together.

[0129] When the third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on multiple mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, it transmits a third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit then transfers the second fixing fixture 6 to the third scrap platform. That is, when multiple mounting brackets 13 on the second fixing fixture 6 are unqualified, no remedial measures are taken, and the second fixing fixture 6 is directly transferred to the third scrap platform. When the third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on some of the mounting brackets 13 is unqualified, it transmits a third material replenishment signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit then transfers the second fixing fixture 6 to the third scrap platform. The imaging module 1 with a qualified upper window structure replaces the imaging module 1 with a defective upper window structure on the second fixed fixture 6, so that all the imaging modules 1 on the second fixed fixture 6 are qualified. That is, when some of the mounting brackets 13 on the second fixed fixture 6 are defective, remedial measures can be taken. The qualified imaging module 1 on the third waste table is replaced by the third material transfer unit, so that all the mounting brackets 13 on the second fixed fixture 6 are qualified, thereby facilitating the transfer of the second fixed fixture 6 to the next assembly process.

[0130] In an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting bracket 13 is provided with two window structures. In this case, the second mounting mechanism can first install one of the two window structures, and then press it with the second positioning cover, then install the other window structure, and then press it with another second positioning cover, and then fix the two window structures respectively by the second fixing mechanism; or, the second mounting mechanism can first install the window structure, and then press it with the second positioning cover, and then fix the window structure by the second fixing mechanism, and then transfer it back to the second mounting mechanism, and the second mounting mechanism can then install the other window structure, and then press it with the second positioning cover, and then fix the other window structure by the second fixing mechanism.

[0131] In an embodiment of the present invention, the window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by the second fastener 121; the third detection unit includes a second buoyancy detection mechanism, which can detect the protrusion height of the second fastener 121 relative to the window structure and determine whether the protrusion height is within a second preset range.

[0132] Specifically, since the window structure is not easily deformed, and the installation position of the window structure is monitored by the third and fourth guide monitoring structures, its fixed position can also be guaranteed. Therefore, when the window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket 13 by the second fastener 121, the third detection unit can only detect whether the second fastener 121 is installed in place, that is, detect whether the protrusion height of the second fastener 121 is within the preset range, so as to reduce the possibility that the second fastener 121 will affect the subsequent assembly of the imaging product.

[0133] Therefore, a second buoyancy detection mechanism is provided, which can detect the protrusion height of the second fastener 121 relative to the window structure and determine whether the protrusion height is within the preset range.

[0134] To facilitate the detection of the second fastener 121 by the second buoyancy detection mechanism, the second buoyancy detection mechanism includes a second detection component, a second sleeve, and a second sliding rod slidably inserted into the second sleeve. The end of the second sleeve abuts against the viewing window structure and is sleeved on the outer periphery of the second fastener 121. The end of the second sliding rod abuts against the second fastener 121. The second detection component measures the sliding distance of the second sliding rod relative to the second sleeve.

[0135] Specifically, since the second fastener 121 is generally configured as a fastening screw, directly measuring its protrusion height is not only difficult to detect, but also makes it hard to guarantee the detection accuracy. Therefore, a second sleeve and a second sliding rod slidably inserted into the second sleeve are provided. When the end of the second sleeve abuts against the viewing window structure and is fitted onto the outer periphery of the second fastener 121, the end of the second sliding rod is pushed up a certain distance by the second fastener 121, and then the second sleeve and the second sliding rod are locked. The second detection component can determine the protrusion height of the second fastener 121 by detecting the sliding distance of the second sliding rod relative to the second sleeve, thereby facilitating the detection of the second fastener 121 by the second buoyancy detection mechanism. To further improve its detection accuracy, the second detection component can be a laser detection component, which can control the detection accuracy to ±0.01mm, thereby effectively ensuring the installation accuracy of the second fastener 121. However, since the second buoyancy detection mechanism indirectly detects the protrusion height of the second fastener 121, the thickness tolerance of the fastener nut and the depth tolerance of the second slide bar inserted into the nut must be considered when setting the preset range of the protrusion height of the fastening screw.

[0136] In an embodiment of the present invention, the second functional component further includes an antenna structure 11; the second assembly module includes an antenna assembly unit 4, which is capable of assembling the antenna structure 11 onto the mounting bracket 13. Specifically, the antenna assembly unit 4 is capable of assembling the antenna structure 11 onto the mounting bracket 13, thereby further ensuring the installation efficiency and installation accuracy of the antenna structure 11.

[0137] In this embodiment, the antenna structure 11 is mounted on the second mounting surface of the mounting bracket 13. Therefore, the antenna assembly unit 4 and the window assembly unit 3 jointly complete the assembly of the second mounting surface of the imaging module 1. In other embodiments, the antenna structure 11 can also be mounted on the first mounting surface. In this case, the antenna assembly unit 4, the protection assembly unit 2, and the heat dissipation assembly unit jointly complete the assembly of the first mounting surface of the imaging module 1, and the window assembly unit 3 completes the assembly of the second mounting surface of the imaging module 1. Therefore, the installation order of the antenna assembly unit 4, the protection assembly unit 2, and the window assembly unit 3 can be interchanged. The heat dissipation material and the protection structure 12 can be assembled first, followed by the antenna structure 11, and finally the window structure; or the antenna structure 11 can be assembled first, followed by the window structure, and finally the heat dissipation material and the protection structure 12; if the antenna structure 11 is mounted on the first mounting surface, the antenna structure 11 can also be assembled first, followed by the heat dissipation material and the protection structure 12, and finally the window structure. In other words, this solution does not restrict the assembly order of the functional components on the imaging module 1. As long as the assembly of the imaging module 1 does not interfere with each other, the assembly order of the functional components on the imaging module 1 can be arbitrarily adjusted. The following explanation only takes the example of the antenna structure 11 being installed on the second mounting surface, and the assembly order being: first the heat dissipation material and protective structure 12 are assembled, then the window structure is assembled, and finally the antenna structure 11 is assembled.

[0138] In an embodiment of the present invention, the antenna structure 11 includes an antenna and a flexible circuit board connected to the end of the antenna assembly. The flexible circuit board is bonded to a second mounting surface. The antenna assembly unit 4 includes a third mounting mechanism 43, which can remove the antenna structure 11 from the third hopper 41 and position and bond the flexible circuit board to the second mounting surface. Specifically, the flexible circuit board is electrically connected to the antenna structure 11 to achieve wireless connection between the imaging product and an external terminal device. The third mounting mechanism 43 can remove the antenna structure 11 from the third hopper 41 and move it toward the imaging module to position and bond the antenna structure 11 to the second mounting surface, thereby saving a material handling mechanism and simplifying the structure of the antenna assembly unit 4.

[0139] In an embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 9 The working end of the third mounting mechanism 43 is attached to the antenna structure 11, thereby protecting the antenna structure 11.

[0140] In other embodiments, the third mounting mechanism 43 includes a third material picking structure, a third positioning and flipping structure, and a third mounting structure. The third material picking structure can take out the antenna structure 11 from the third material bin 41. The third positioning and flipping structure takes out the antenna structure 11 from the third material picking structure and positions and flips it to a third preset position. The third mounting structure takes out the antenna structure 11 from the third preset position and positions and places the antenna structure 11.

[0141] To further ensure the bonding stability of the antenna structure 11, the antenna assembly unit 4 also includes a pressure-holding mechanism, which presses the flexible circuit board bonded to the mounting bracket 13. Specifically, the pressure-holding mechanism presses the flexible circuit board against the second mounting surface for a preset time, thereby maintaining pressure on the antenna structure 11. Since the pressure-holding mechanism presses the flexible circuit board towards the antenna end, the working end of the pressure-holding mechanism has a clearance groove to avoid the antenna.

[0142] To facilitate the bonding of the flexible circuit board to the second mounting surface, the side of the flexible circuit board away from the antenna has a fixing adhesive layer, and the fixing adhesive layer is covered with a release film 111. After the material is taken from the third hopper 41, the release film 111 covers the fixing adhesive layer. At this time, the antenna structure 11 is not adhesive. Before the flexible connector is bonded, the release film 111 is peeled off, thereby facilitating the bonding of the flexible circuit board to the second mounting surface.

[0143] Therefore, in the embodiments of the present invention, please refer to Figures 9 to 12 The antenna assembly unit 4 also includes a film-tearing mechanism 42, which is used to tear off the release film 111 of the flexible circuit board on the third mounting mechanism 43, so that the third mounting mechanism 43 can bond the fixing adhesive layer to the second mounting surface. The film-tearing mechanism 42 can tear off the release film 111 of the flexible circuit board on the third mounting mechanism 43, and in order to collect the torn release film 111 in a timely manner, a receiving bin 44 is provided below the film-tearing mechanism 42, and the opening of the receiving bin 44 faces the film-tearing mechanism 42.

[0144] In other embodiments, the antenna assembly unit 4 includes an adhesive application mechanism that can apply a fixing adhesive layer to the flexible circuit board on the third mounting mechanism 43 so that the third mounting mechanism 43 bonds the fixing adhesive layer to the second mounting surface.

[0145] To facilitate the removal of the release film 111, please refer to the embodiments of the present invention. Figure 12The release film 111 has a partially laterally protruding guide portion 1111. The film-tearing mechanism 42 includes a drive assembly 421 and a film-tearing clamp 422 disposed at the end of the drive assembly 421. The film-tearing clamp 422 includes two opposing clamping sections 423. The drive assembly 421 can drive the film-tearing clamp 422 to move and drive the two clamping sections 423 to move towards or away from each other. Specifically, the guide portion 1111 protrudes laterally from the flexible circuit board, thereby facilitating the film-tearing mechanism 42 to clamp and fix the release film 111, thereby improving the film-tearing efficiency. The film-tearing mechanism 42 includes a drive assembly 421 and a film-tearing clamp 422 disposed at the end of the drive assembly 421. The film-tearing clamp 422 can clamp the guide portion 1111. Therefore, the film-tearing clamp 422 includes two opposing clamping sections 423. The drive assembly 421 can drive the film-tearing clamp 422 to move and drive the two clamping sections 423 to move towards or away from each other. The drive assembly 421 moves the film-tearing clamp 422 closer to the guide portion 1111 of the release film 111, and then drives the two clamping sections 423 to move closer together to clamp the release film 111. Then, the drive assembly 421 again moves the film-tearing clamp 422 away from the release film 111, thereby tearing off the release film 111. Finally, the drive assembly 421 drives the two clamping sections 423 away from each other, facilitating the release film 111's release from the film-tearing clamp 422. To further ensure the clamping force of the film-tearing clamp 422, one of the two opposing planes of the two clamping sections 423 is equipped with a pressing protrusion, and the other is provided with a pressing groove. When the two clamping sections 423 move closer together, the pressing protrusion can press part of the guide portion 1111 into the pressing groove, thereby effectively ensuring the clamping force of the film-tearing clamp 422.

[0146] In an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting bracket 13 is provided with a mounting position for fixing the antenna structure 11. The second assembly module also includes an adjustment mechanism, which can adjust the placement angle of the imaging module 1 so that the mounting position faces the antenna assembly unit 4, so that the antenna assembly unit 4 can assemble the antenna structure 11. That is, in this solution, the antenna structure 11 is fixed between the two camera components. Preferably, the antenna structure 11 is located in the middle of the mounting bracket 13, which facilitates the electrical connection between the flexible circuit board and the two camera components. In different installation scenarios, the mounting position may be set at an angle to the horizontal direction. For example, the mounting position may be configured as a curved inclined section on the mounting bracket 13, or the antenna structure may be attached to the surface of the mounting bracket 13 that is inclined relative to the horizontal direction. Therefore, this solution provides an adjustment mechanism, which can adjust the tilt angle of the second fixing fixture 6, thereby adjusting the tilt angle of the mounting position so that the mounting position has the maximum projected area in the direction facing the third mounting mechanism, thus facilitating the installation of the antenna structure 11.

[0147] In this embodiment, an adjustment platform is provided, and a lifting part is installed on a portion of the adjustment platform. The lifting part moves away from or towards the adjustment platform, thereby changing the tilt angle of the adjustment platform and thus changing the tilt angle of the installation position.

[0148] To ensure the imaging module 1 is fixed, in this embodiment of the invention, please refer to... Figure 2 The second assembly module includes a second fixing fixture 6, which fixes the mounting bracket 13, with the second mounting surface facing away from the second fixing fixture 6. Specifically, if the imaging module 1 is directly placed on the conveyor belt 25 for circulation or the imaging module 1 is directly moved by the transfer component, it is difficult to ensure that the imaging module 1 does not move during the movement, resulting in the second mounting surface not facing upwards, and the imaging module 1 is prone to scratches during the transfer process. Therefore, the second fixing fixture 6 is set to fix the mounting bracket 13, with the second mounting surface facing away from the second fixing fixture 6.

[0149] Furthermore, the second fixed fixture 6 includes a second fixture platform 61, and a plurality of second limiting members 62 and a second support member 63 installed on the second fixture platform 61. The plurality of second limiting members 62 are spaced apart at the edge of the mounting bracket 13 to limit the imaging module 1, and the second support member 63 abuts against the side of the mounting bracket 13 away from the second mounting surface.

[0150] Specifically, multiple second limiting members 62 are spaced apart on the edge of the mounting bracket 13, thereby limiting the imaging module 1 from multiple directions to fix the imaging module 1. Compared with setting limiting grooves, this solution facilitates the fixing and disassembly of the imaging module 1. The second support member 63 abuts against the side of the mounting bracket 13 opposite to the second mounting surface, and is preferably arranged at the setting position of the second fastener 121, thereby providing a force point for the assembly of the imaging module 1.

[0151] In other embodiments, the second fixing fixture 6 can be configured as a second fixture platform, and the second fixture platform has a mounting groove adapted to the first mounting surface.

[0152] Therefore, the assembly process of imaging module 1 in the second assembly module is as follows: First, imaging module 1 is fixed on the second fixing fixture 6 and fed onto the conveyor belt 25 (transfer assembly). It flows with the conveyor belt 25 to the second mounting mechanism. The second mounting mechanism takes out the window structure from the second hopper 31 and positions it on the second mounting surface. Then, the second positioning cover presses the window structure, and then it moves to the second fixing mechanism. The second fixing mechanism fixes the window structure with the second fastener 121 and releases the pressing effect of the second positioning cover on the window structure, thereby completing the assembly of the window structure. The second fixing fixture 6 continues to flow to the third detection unit. The second floating height detection mechanism of the third detection unit detects whether the second fastener 121 is installed correctly, and then determines whether the window structure is installed correctly. If it is not qualified, it is transferred to the third waste table by the third material transfer unit. If it is qualified, it continues to flow to the antenna assembly module.

[0153] Simultaneously, the third mounting mechanism 43 removes the antenna structure 11 from the third hopper 41 and moves to the film-tearing mechanism 42, where the release film 111 on the antenna structure 11 is peeled off. The third mounting mechanism then continues to move towards the imaging module 1, positioning and bonding the antenna structure 11 to the second mounting surface. A pressure-holding mechanism holds the pressure for a preset time, thus completing the assembly of the antenna structure 11. Afterwards, manual inspection and material removal complete the assembly of the entire second functional component.

[0154] In other embodiments, a fourth detection unit can be set up. After the antenna structure 11 is assembled, the second fixing fixture 6 continues to flow to the fourth detection unit. The fourth detection unit detects whether the antenna structure 11 is installed qualified. If it is not qualified, it is transferred to the fourth waste table by the fourth material transfer unit. If it is qualified, it is unloaded by the unloading assembly.

[0155] In this embodiment, the assembly equipment further includes a transfer module for transferring the imaging module 1 between a first assembly module and a second assembly module. The transfer module includes a flipping unit for flipping the mounting bracket 13 to change the orientation of the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface. Specifically, the transfer module is used to transfer the imaging module 1 between the first assembly module and the second assembly module. When the assembly equipment first assembles the first functional component on the first mounting surface and then assembles the second functional component on the second mounting surface, the transfer module transfers the imaging module 1 from the first assembly module to the second assembly module. When the assembly equipment first assembles the second functional component on the second mounting surface and then assembles the first functional component on the first mounting surface, the transfer module transfers the imaging module 1 from the second assembly module to the first assembly module. Since the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface are arranged opposite to each other, a flipping unit is provided. This flipping unit can flip the mounting bracket 13 to change the orientation of the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface, thereby facilitating the transfer of the mounting bracket 13 between the first assembly module and the second assembly module, thus facilitating the assembly of the assembly equipment and further improving assembly efficiency.

[0156] Furthermore, the flipping unit includes a flipping mechanism and a feeding mechanism. The flipping mechanism can remove the imaging module 1 from the first fixed fixture 5 and rotate it to flip the imaging module 1. The feeding mechanism can remove the imaging module 1 after it has been flipped by the flipping mechanism and fix the imaging module 1 to the second fixed fixture 6. In the first assembly module, the mounting bracket 13 is fixed by the first fixed fixture 5, so that the first mounting surface is facing upward (towards the side away from the first fixed fixture 5); in the second assembly module, the mounting bracket 13 is fixed by the second fixed fixture 6, so that the second mounting surface is facing upward (towards the side away from the second fixed fixture 6). Therefore, to realize the transfer of the imaging module 1 between the first assembly module and the second assembly module, three steps are required: removing the imaging module 1 from the first fixed fixture 5, flipping the imaging module 1, and finally placing the imaging module 1 into the second fixed fixture 6. Therefore, a flipping mechanism and a feeding mechanism are set up. The flipping mechanism can take out the imaging module 1 from the first fixed fixture 5 and rotate it to drive the imaging module 1 to flip. The feeding mechanism can take out the imaging module 1 after it has been flipped by the flipping mechanism and fix the imaging module 1 to the second fixed fixture 6, thereby facilitating the transfer of the imaging module.

[0157] In other embodiments, the flipping unit includes a flipping mechanism and a feeding mechanism. The feeding mechanism can remove the imaging module 1 from the first fixed fixture 5. The flipping mechanism flips and then removes the imaging module 1 from the feeding structure, and then flips it again to fix it to the second fixed fixture 6. Alternatively, the imaging module 1 can be manually removed from the first fixed fixture 5, then flipped, and finally fixed to the second fixed fixture 6.

[0158] In this embodiment, the working end of the flipping mechanism is attached to the first mounting surface, and the working end of the feeding mechanism is attached to the second mounting surface. Specifically, the flipping mechanism moves above the imaging module 1 and then moves towards the imaging module 1, with its working end attached to the first mounting surface. It then flips so that the second mounting surface faces upwards. The feeding mechanism moves above the working end of the flipping mechanism and moves towards the imaging module 1, with its working end attached to the first mounting surface, thus completing the transfer of the imaging module 1. Furthermore, the fact that the working end of the flipping mechanism is attached to the first mounting surface and the working end of the feeding mechanism is attached to the second mounting surface reduces the possibility of scratches caused to the surface of the imaging module 1 by the flipping and feeding mechanisms.

[0159] To provide a buffer for the assembly of the assembly equipment, in this embodiment of the invention, the transfer module further includes a transfer unit. The transfer unit stores the imaging module 1 assembled from the first assembly module, providing a buffer for the assembly of the imaging module 1 to the second assembly module. Since the processing speeds of the first and second assembly modules may differ—for example, if the processing speed of the first assembly module is greater than that of the second assembly module—the second assembly module may need to be paused. Alternatively, if one of the first or second assembly modules malfunctions and requires repair, the other needs to be stopped accordingly, affecting the overall processing efficiency of the assembly equipment. Therefore, a transfer unit is provided to store the imaging module 1 assembled from the first assembly module, providing a buffer for the assembly of the imaging module 1 to the second assembly module.

[0160] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An assembly module, characterized in that, For assembling an imaging product, the imaging product includes an imaging module and a second functional component. The imaging module includes a mounting bracket and a camera assembly passing through the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket has a second mounting surface facing the front of the camera assembly. The assembly module is capable of assembling the second functional component on the second mounting surface. The second functional component includes a window structure. The assembly module includes: The window assembly unit includes: The second installation mechanism is capable of removing the window structure from the second hopper and positioning the window structure on the second mounting surface; The second fixing mechanism is used to fix the window structure after positioning. The second functional component further includes an antenna structure; the second assembly module includes an antenna assembly unit, which is capable of assembling the antenna structure onto the mounting bracket. The antenna structure includes an antenna and a flexible circuit board connected to the end of the antenna, the flexible circuit board being adhered to the second mounting surface; the antenna assembly unit includes a third mounting mechanism, the third mounting mechanism being able to remove the antenna structure from the third hopper and position and adhere the flexible circuit board to the second mounting surface; The flexible circuit board has a fixing adhesive layer on the side opposite to the antenna, and the fixing adhesive layer is covered with a release film; the antenna assembly unit further includes a film-tearing mechanism, which is used to tear off the release film of the flexible circuit board on the third mounting mechanism so that the third mounting mechanism can bond the fixing adhesive layer to the second mounting surface. The release film has a partially laterally protruding guide portion. The film tearing mechanism includes a drive assembly and a film tearing clamp disposed at the end of the drive assembly. The film tearing clamp includes two opposing clamping sections. The drive assembly can drive the film tearing clamp to move and drive the two clamping sections to move towards or away from each other. One of the two opposing planes of the two clamping sections is equipped with a clamping protrusion, and the other is provided with a clamping groove. When the two clamping sections are close to each other, the clamping protrusion can clamp part of the guide portion in the clamping groove.

2. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The viewing window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket by a second fastener; the second fixing mechanism includes a second fastening locking mechanism, which fixes the second fastener to the viewing window structure by a second preset torque; and / or The imaging module also includes a second positioning cover. The second mounting mechanism can press the second positioning cover into the positioned window structure. After the second fixing mechanism fixes the window structure to the mounting bracket, the second positioning cover is removed.

3. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The working end of the second mounting mechanism is attached to the window structure.

4. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The second installation mechanism is provided with a third monitoring and guidance structure, which is used to monitor the operation of the second installation mechanism and guide the operation of the second installation mechanism; The second fixing mechanism is provided with a fourth monitoring and guiding structure, which is used to monitor the operation of the second fixing mechanism and guide the operation of the second fixing mechanism.

5. The assembly module as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The third monitoring and guidance structure includes a third vision component and a third control component. The third vision component can monitor the working path of the second installation mechanism and provide feedback to the third control component, which controls the operation of the second installation mechanism. The fourth monitoring and guidance structure includes a fourth vision component and a fourth control component. The fourth vision component can monitor the working path of the second fixing mechanism and provide feedback to the fourth control component, which controls the operation of the second fixing mechanism.

6. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The assembly module also includes a third detection unit, which is used to detect the imaging module assembled by the window assembly unit.

7. The assembly module as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The assembly module also includes a third material transfer unit and a third waste material platform; The third material transfer unit is signal-connected to the third detection unit. The third detection unit detects that the window structure is not installed correctly and transmits a third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit, which then transfers the imaging module to the third waste stage.

8. The assembly module as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The first assembly module includes a second fixing fixture, which fixes multiple mounting brackets. The window assembly unit simultaneously assembles multiple mounting brackets. The third waste platform stores imaging modules with qualified window structure installation. The third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on multiple mounting brackets is unqualified, and transmits the third material transfer signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit transfers the second fixed fixture to the third waste platform. The third detection unit detects that the window structure installation on some of the multiple mounting brackets is unqualified, and transmits the third material replenishment signal to the third material transfer unit. The third material transfer unit replaces the unqualified imaging module on the second fixed fixture with a qualified imaging module on the third waste platform, so that all the imaging modules on the second fixed fixture are qualified.

9. The assembly module as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The viewing window structure is fastened to the mounting bracket by a second fastener; the third detection unit includes a second buoyancy detection mechanism, which can detect the protrusion height of the second fastener relative to the viewing window structure and determine whether the protrusion height is within a preset range.

10. The assembly module as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The second buoyancy detection mechanism includes a second detection component, a second sleeve, and a second slide rod slidably inserted into the second sleeve. The end of the second sleeve abuts against the window structure and is sleeved on the outer periphery of the second fastener. The end of the second slide rod abuts against the second fastener. The second detection component measures the sliding distance of the second slide rod relative to the second sleeve.

11. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The antenna assembly unit also includes a pressure holding mechanism, which presses the flexible circuit board bonded to the mounting bracket.

12. The assembly module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket is provided with a mounting position for fixing the antenna structure. The assembly module also includes an adjustment mechanism that can adjust the placement angle of the imaging module so that the mounting position faces the antenna assembly unit, thereby enabling the antenna assembly unit to assemble the antenna structure.

13. The assembly module as described in any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that, The assembly module includes a second fixing fixture, which fixes the mounting bracket and aligns the second mounting surface with the side opposite to the second fixing fixture.

14. The assembly module as described in claim 13, characterized in that, The second fixing fixture includes a second fixture platform and a plurality of second limiting members and a second support member installed on the second fixture platform. The plurality of second limiting members are spaced apart at the edge of the mounting bracket to limit the position of the imaging module. The second support member abuts against the side of the mounting bracket away from the second mounting surface.

15. An assembly device, characterized in that, Includes the assembly module as described in any one of claims 1 to 14.

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