Glass automatic depositing mechanism

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of glass automatic deposit mechanism, including main frame and lifting suction disc, the main frame includes upper frame and lower frame, and connecting rod is welded between upper frame and lower frame;The side of the main frame is fixedly connected with vertical mounting plate, and a plurality of electric board devices are installed on vertical mounting plate;The side of the main frame is fixedly connected with position sensor mounting plate, and a plurality of photoelectric sensors are installed on position sensor mounting plate.The application has by the side of main frame fixedly connected with lifting protection device containing screw rod conveyor and lifting protection block, and the front side of lifting protection block is fixedly connected with triangular plate, sets up first step, and magnet block is embedded in triangular plate interior.Such structure design, in the process of glass rising or falling, magnet block can adsorb the upper mounting plate containing iron material, provide additional stability for glass, prevent the advantages of deviation or falling in the process of movement due to external force.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the technical field of storage mechanisms, and particularly relates to an automatic glass storage mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of industrial automation, the demand for automated handling of various materials is increasing, especially in industries such as construction and automobile manufacturing. Glass, as a crucial raw material, directly impacts production efficiency and product quality due to the degree of automation in its production process. Traditional glass storage methods often rely on manual handling or simple mechanical assistance, which is not only labor-intensive but also prone to glass breakage, severely affecting production efficiency and safety. In recent years, with the development of sensing and automation control technologies, automated glass storage mechanisms have gradually become a research hotspot. These devices typically integrate sophisticated mechanical structures, advanced sensing systems, and intelligent control systems, enabling them to improve storage efficiency while ensuring the safe storage of glass.

[0003] However, existing automated glass storage mechanisms still have some shortcomings. First, many existing mechanisms are not precise enough in positioning the glass during storage and retrieval, which may cause the glass to shift or tilt during storage, increasing the risk of breakage. Second, there is a lack of effective protective measures during the lifting and tilting of the glass, making it susceptible to damage from external impacts or other disturbances during movement. Furthermore, most existing automated storage mechanisms do not consider the need for real-time monitoring of the glass during storage and retrieval, making it difficult to detect and address problems promptly. Therefore, we propose an automated glass storage mechanism. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic glass storage mechanism. This mechanism uses photoelectric sensors to detect the glass's position, ensuring accurate positioning during storage. A lifting and protective device with a magnetic block provides additional safety protection during glass lifting, preventing accidental collisions. Furthermore, the combination of a vacuum suction cup and a pressure sensor on the upper mounting plate allows the device to more precisely sense and control the glass's state, further enhancing storage safety and reliability.

[0005] This invention is implemented as follows: an automatic glass storage mechanism includes a main frame and a lifting suction cup. The main frame includes an upper frame and a lower frame, with a connecting rod welded between the upper and lower frames. A vertical mounting plate is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and several electric plate devices are mounted on the vertical mounting plate. A position sensor mounting plate is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and several photoelectric sensors are mounted on the position sensor mounting plate. A lifting protection device is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and the lifting protection device includes a screw conveyor and a lifting protection block. The lifting suction cup includes an upper mounting plate, and a vacuum suction cup is connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate.

[0006] Optionally, the electric plate device includes a base plate, a side plate fixedly connected to the base plate, a flip plate connected to the side plate via a rotating shaft, and a stepper motor for driving the flip plate to rotate fixedly connected to one side of the side plate; it also includes a PLC controller, which can receive data from photoelectric sensors and control the stepper motor to drive the flip plate to rotate.

[0007] Optionally, one side of the flap is provided with a rounded corner, and a rubber pad is adhered to the upper part of the flap; a pressure sensor is fixedly connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate, and when the upper mounting plate moves up and down, the pressure sensor can contact the flap that has rotated to the horizontal direction, and the PLC controller can read the data of the pressure sensor.

[0008] Optionally, the conveying plate of the screw conveyor is fixedly connected to the lifting protective block, and a triangular plate is fixedly connected to the front side of the lifting protective block.

[0009] Optionally, a first step is provided between the triangular plate and the lifting protective block, and a magnet is embedded inside the triangular plate.

[0010] Optionally, a second step is provided between the upper mounting plate and the vacuum suction cup, and the upper mounting plate is an iron plate.

[0011] Optionally, the lower part of the upper mounting plate is provided with a first groove for connecting the triangular plate, and the lower part of the vacuum suction cup is provided with a suction cup hole.

[0012] Optionally, the lower part of the screw conveyor is connected to a DC motor for driving the screw to rotate, the lower part of the lower frame is welded with support legs, and the PLC controller can control the rotation of the DC motor.

[0013] Optionally, a circular connecting plate is welded to the top of the upper mounting plate, and a rectangular groove is formed on the circular connecting plate.

[0014] Optionally, the rectangular groove is provided with a compressed air connector inside, and the lower part of the compressed air connector is connected to a vacuum suction cup.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0016] 1. By installing an electric flap mechanism and fixing it to the vertical mounting plate of the main frame, a stepper motor drives the flap to rotate, achieving a smooth transition when storing and retrieving glass. The introduction of the electric flap mechanism not only simplifies the glass storage process but also automatically controls the flap's rotation by receiving data from photoelectric sensors through a PLC controller, ensuring the accuracy and safety of the glass when entering or leaving the storage location. Ultimately, this design effectively reduces the glass breakage rate caused by improper human operation and improves overall work efficiency.

[0017] 2. By attaching a rubber pad to the upper part of the flap and fixing a pressure sensor to the lower part of the upper mounting plate, the pressure sensor contacts the flap when it rotates to the horizontal position as the upper mounting plate moves up and down, and the data is read by the PLC controller. This design allows the system to monitor in real time whether the glass has been correctly placed on the flap or is ready to be removed. The presence of the rubber pad increases the coefficient of friction on the flap surface, preventing the glass from slipping, thus providing better stability and protection during glass placement or removal. Therefore, this design not only enhances the automation level of the system but also significantly improves the safety of glass storage.

[0018] 3. A lifting and protective device, comprising a screw conveyor and a lifting protective block, is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame. A triangular plate is fixedly connected to the front of the lifting protective block, forming a first step, and a magnet is embedded inside the triangular plate. This structural design allows the magnet to attract the upper mounting plate containing iron during the glass's ascent or descent, providing additional stability to the glass and preventing it from shifting or falling off due to external forces. Simultaneously, the combined use of the screw conveyor and DC motor ensures smoothness and controllability of the lifting process. Therefore, this design not only improves the safety of the glass during storage but also enhances the system's reliability and durability.

[0019] Other features and advantages of the invention will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure provided by the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main frame and vertical mounting plate device provided by the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the electric plate device provided by the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the flip plate provided by the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the upper part of the lifting suction cup provided by the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the lower part of the lifting suction cup provided by the present invention.

[0026] In the picture:

[0027] 1. Upper frame; 2. Lifting and protective device; 21. Screw conveyor; 22. Conveyor plate; 23. DC motor; 3. Lifting and protective block; 31. Triangular plate; 4. Lifting suction cup; 41. Upper mounting plate; 42. Rectangular groove; 43. Compressed air connector; 44. Circular connecting plate; 45. First groove; 46. Vacuum suction cup; 47. Suction cup hole; 48. Pressure sensor; 5. Position sensor mounting plate; 51. Photoelectric sensor; 6. Vertical mounting plate; 7. Electric plate device; 71. Side plate; 72. Stepper motor; 73. Base plate; 74. Flip plate; 75. Rounded corner; 8. Lower frame; 9. Connecting rod. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To further understand the invention's content, features, and effects, the following embodiments are provided, and detailed descriptions are given in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides an automatic glass storage mechanism.

[0030] The device includes a main frame and a lifting suction cup 4. The main frame includes an upper frame 1 and a lower frame 8, with a connecting rod 9 welded between the upper frame 1 and the lower frame 8. A vertical mounting plate 6 is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and several electric plate devices 7 are installed on the vertical mounting plate 6. A position sensor mounting plate 5 is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and several photoelectric sensors 51 are installed on the position sensor mounting plate 5. A lifting protection device 2 is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and the lifting protection device 2 includes a screw conveyor 21 and a lifting protection block 3. The lifting suction cup 4 includes an upper mounting plate 41, and a vacuum suction cup 46 is connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate 41.

[0031] The electric plate device 7 includes a base plate 73, a side plate 71 fixedly connected to the base plate 73, a flip plate 74 connected to the side plate 71 via a rotating shaft, and a stepper motor 72 fixedly connected to one side of the side plate 71 for driving the flip plate 74 to rotate; it also includes a PLC controller, which can receive data from the photoelectric sensor 51 and control the stepper motor 72 to drive the flip plate 74 to rotate.

[0032] The flap 74 has a rounded corner 75 on one side and a rubber pad is glued to the upper part of the flap 74. A pressure sensor 48 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate 41. When the upper mounting plate 41 moves up and down, the pressure sensor 48 can contact the flap 74 that has rotated to the horizontal direction, and the PLC controller can read the data of the pressure sensor 48.

[0033] The conveyor plate 22 of the screw conveyor 21 is fixedly connected to the lifting protective block 3, and a triangular plate 31 is fixedly connected to the front side of the lifting protective block 3.

[0034] A first step is provided between the triangular plate 31 and the lifting protective block 3, and a magnet is embedded inside the triangular plate 31.

[0035] A second step is provided between the upper mounting plate 41 and the vacuum suction cup 46, and the upper mounting plate 41 is an iron plate.

[0036] The lower part of the upper mounting plate 41 has a first groove 45 for connecting the triangular plate 31, and the lower part of the vacuum suction cup 46 has a suction cup hole 47.

[0037] The lower part of the screw conveyor 21 is connected to a DC motor 23 for driving the screw to rotate. The lower part of the lower frame 8 is welded with support legs. The PLC controller can control the rotation of the DC motor 23.

[0038] A circular connecting plate 44 is welded to the top of the upper mounting plate 41, and a rectangular groove 42 is provided on the circular connecting plate 44.

[0039] The rectangular groove 42 is provided with a compressed air connector 43, and the lower part of the compressed air connector 43 is connected to the vacuum suction cup 46.

[0040] Working Principle: By setting up an electric plate device 7, and driving the flip plate 74 to rotate via a stepper motor 72, a smooth transition is achieved during the storage and retrieval of glass. This design solves the problems of inaccurate positioning and low efficiency in traditional manual operation. After the data from the photoelectric sensor 51 is received by the PLC controller, it can accurately control the stepper motor 72, and thus accurately control the rotation angle and speed of the flip plate 74, ensuring that the glass can be placed or retrieved smoothly. In terms of inventive concept, this design utilizes modern automation control technology to improve the system's intelligence level; in terms of solving technical problems, it overcomes the problem of unstable glass storage in existing technologies and reduces the breakage rate during handling.

[0041] A rubber pad is adhered to the upper part of the flip plate 74, and a pressure sensor 48 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate 41. The rubber pad increases the coefficient of friction on the surface of the flip plate 74, helping to prevent glass slippage and providing better support. The pressure sensor 48 can detect pressure changes between the upper mounting plate 41 and the flip plate 74 and transmit the data to the PLC controller, enabling the system to monitor the glass status in real time and ensure its safety during storage and retrieval. This design not only improves the automation level of the system but also enhances the monitoring capability of the glass storage process, effectively avoiding glass damage caused by improper operation.

[0042] By incorporating a magnet in the lifting and protective device 2, the magnet can attract and hold the upper mounting plate 41 when it approaches the lifting and protective block 3, thus providing additional stability for the glass. This design solves the problem in the prior art where glass is easily displaced by external interference during lifting and lowering. In terms of inventive concept, the attraction properties of the magnet increase the stability and safety of the system; in terms of solving technical problems, it effectively prevents the glass from swaying during lifting and lowering, improving the safety and reliability of the storage process.

[0043] In use, the entire system is first started via the PLC controller. The PLC controller receives data from the photoelectric sensor 51 to determine the glass's position. When the photoelectric sensor 51 detects that the glass has reached the designated position, the PLC controller controls the stepper motor 72 to rotate the flip plate 74 to a horizontal position. At this time, the rubber pad on the flip plate 74 provides a stable support surface for the glass. Next, the PLC controller controls the DC motor 23 to drive the lead screw conveyor 21, causing the lifting protective block 3 to move upwards. Simultaneously, the moving mechanism on the upper part of the main frame (not shown in the figure) moves the upper mounting plate 41 and the vacuum suction cup 46 closer to the glass.

[0044] After the vacuum suction cup 46 contacts and adheres to the glass, the upper mounting plate 41 continues to descend until the pressure sensor 48 at its bottom contacts the flap 74. At this point, the pressure sensor 48 begins to detect the pressure value and transmits the data to the PLC controller. If the pressure sensor data read by the PLC controller is too high, it indicates that the suction force of the vacuum suction cup 46 on the glass is too strong and may damage the glass. The PLC controller will automatically control the compressed air connector 43 to introduce compressed air, thereby releasing the vacuum suction cup 46, avoiding unnecessary pressure on the glass, and ensuring the safe storage of the glass.

[0045] Subsequently, the PLC controller again controls the DC motor 23, causing the screw conveyor 21 to lower the lifting protective block 3. At the same time, the moving device drives the upper mounting plate 41 to rise until the vacuum suction cup 46 detaches from the glass. During this process, the magnet block attracts the iron material of the upper mounting plate 41 through the first step, providing additional stability to the upper mounting plate 41 and ensuring smoothness during the lifting process.

[0046] Based on the above working principle, this invention not only ensures the stability and safety of glass during storage, but also achieves intelligent control of the system through the collaborative work of the PLC controller and various sensors, greatly improving work efficiency and automation.

[0047] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automatic glass storage mechanism, comprising a main frame and a lifting suction cup (4), characterized in that: The main frame includes an upper frame (1) and a lower frame (8), and a connecting rod (9) is welded between the upper frame (1) and the lower frame (8). A vertical mounting plate (6) is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and a number of electric plate devices (7) are installed on the vertical mounting plate (6). A position sensor mounting plate (5) is fixedly connected to the side of the main frame, and a number of photoelectric sensors (51) are mounted on the position sensor mounting plate (5). The main frame is fixedly connected to a lifting protection device (2) on its side. The lifting protection device (2) includes a screw conveyor (21) and a lifting protection block (3). The lifting suction cup (4) includes an upper mounting plate (41), and a vacuum suction cup (46) is connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate (41). The electric plate device (7) includes a base plate (73), a side plate (71) is fixedly connected to the base plate (73), a flip plate (74) is connected to the side plate (71) through a rotating shaft, and a stepper motor (72) for driving the flip plate (74) to rotate is fixedly connected to one side of the side plate (71). It also includes a PLC controller, which can receive data from the photoelectric sensor (51) and control the stepper motor (72) to drive the flap (74) to rotate; The flap (74) has a rounded corner (75) on one side, and a rubber pad is glued to the upper part of the flap (74); A pressure sensor (48) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the upper mounting plate (41). When the upper mounting plate (41) moves up and down, the pressure sensor (48) can contact the flip plate (74) that has been rotated to the horizontal direction. The PLC controller can read the data of the pressure sensor (48). The conveying plate (22) of the screw conveyor (21) is fixedly connected to the lifting protective block (3), and a triangular plate (31) is fixedly connected to the front side of the lifting protective block (3). A first step is provided between the triangular plate (31) and the lifting protective block (3), and a magnet is embedded inside the triangular plate (31); A second step is provided between the upper mounting plate (41) and the vacuum suction cup (46), and the upper mounting plate (41) is an iron plate.

2. The automatic glass storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower part of the upper mounting plate (41) is provided with a first groove (45) for connecting the triangular plate (31), and the lower part of the vacuum suction cup (46) is provided with a suction cup hole (47).

3. The automatic glass storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower part of the screw conveyor (21) is connected to a DC motor (23) for driving the screw to rotate. The lower part of the lower frame (8) is welded with support legs. The PLC controller can control the rotation of the DC motor (23).

4. The automatic glass storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A circular connecting plate (44) is welded to the top of the upper mounting plate (41), and a rectangular groove (42) is provided on the circular connecting plate (44).

5. The automatic glass storage mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The rectangular groove (42) is provided with a compressed air connector (43), and the lower part of the compressed air connector (43) is connected to the vacuum suction cup (46).

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