Test system

By introducing a cover plate as an intermediary to electrically contact the tray in the fully automated test system, the time and manpower consumption issues of existing equipment when changing chip specifications are solved, and efficient automation of testing of various types of chips is achieved, reducing costs and improving test efficiency.

CN119104878BActive Publication Date: 2025-09-12JINGLONG TECH SUZHOU
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202411295706.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-18
Publication Date
2025-09-12
Estimated Expiration
2044-09-18

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Technical Problem

Existing chip burn-in test equipment requires replacing multiple probe card modules when changing chip specifications, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. In addition, the equipment is only suitable for a single type of chip, which is costly and difficult to adapt to testing multiple types of chips.

Method used

A fully automated testing system is used, utilizing covers as intermediaries for electrical contact with the pallet. Customizable structures can be created to suit each test object, increasing the variety of product tests and reducing operation time and labor costs during machine modifications. The system includes loading and unloading areas, a testing area, an assembly and image inspection area, a separation and image inspection area, and a cover storage area, utilizing handling modules for automated operations.

Benefits of technology

It increases the number of single-disk tests, reduces test costs, shortens the time required to modify the machine before testing, increases the types of product tests, and saves time and manpower for disassembling and assembling probe card modules.

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a testing system, comprising: a loading area, an unloading area, a testing area, an assembly and image inspection area, a separation and image inspection area, a cover plate storage area and a conveying module. The loading area is adjacent to the cover plate storage area and the assembly and image inspection area. The conveying module is respectively surrounded by the assembly and image inspection area, the separation and image inspection area and the testing area. The separation and image inspection area is arranged in the unloading area. The tray carrying the test object is transferred to the assembly and image inspection area by the conveying module, and the cover plate is assembled after inspection. Then the conveying module sends the cover plate and the tray to the testing area for testing. After the test is completed, the tray is moved to the separation and image inspection area by the conveying module and the cover plate is unloaded. The separation and image inspection area inspects the tray again. The unloading area classifies the test objects in the tray. The conveying module moves the unloaded cover plate back to the cover plate storage area, thereby completing the automated testing operation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of chip testing machines, and more particularly to a fully automatic testing system. Background Art

[0002] Existing chip burn-in test equipment provides a high-temperature environment to test chips. Each test device is equipped with a dedicated test probe card module for the corresponding chip. The probe card module directly contacts the chip and performs relevant tests. In addition, because the chip burn-in test takes a long time, in order to maintain test efficiency, a chip burn-in test device usually has multiple sets of probe card modules, and uses a time difference method to test the test objects separately, so as to facilitate sequential loading, testing and unloading. Therefore, once it is necessary to replace the chip with a different specification, the multiple sets of probe card modules responsible for contacting it must be replaced at the same time. The pre-operation of this replacement process will consume a lot of time and manpower. In addition, this type of chip burn-in test equipment is usually only suitable for testing a single type of chip. When different types of chips need to be tested, different machines and equipment must be purchased, which is costly. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a fully automated testing system that can increase the number of single-disc tests, reduce testing costs, and add a cover between the testing machine and the tray, thereby shortening the machine modification time before testing and increasing the types of product tests, thereby saving the time and manpower required to disassemble and assemble the probe card module in the existing testing machine.

[0004] To achieve the aforementioned objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] The present invention provides a testing system, comprising: a loading area, an unloading area, a testing area, an assembly and image inspection area, a separation and image inspection area, a cover plate storage area, and a conveying module. The loading area is used to place multiple trays. The loading area is arranged adjacent to the cover plate storage area and the assembly and image inspection area. The conveying module is respectively surrounded by the assembly and image inspection area, the separation and image inspection area, and the testing area. The separation and image inspection area is arranged in the unloading area. The tray is transferred to the assembly and image inspection area by the conveying module, and the cover plate is inspected and assembled in the assembly and image inspection area. After that, the conveying module sends the cover plate and the tray to the aging tester corresponding to the testing area for testing. After the test is completed, the tray is moved to the separation and image inspection area by the conveying module and the cover plate is removed. The separation and image inspection area inspects the tray again, and the test objects on the tray are classified in the unloading area. The conveying module moves the removed cover plate back to the cover plate storage area, completing the automated testing operation.

[0006] As one of the preferred embodiments, the cover plate includes a test carrier and a second probe plate stacked in sequence, the second probe plate includes a probe base plate, a fixed plate, a plurality of probes, a support plate and a floating positioning block, the probe base plate is clamped between the test carrier and the fixed plate, the support plate is fixed under the fixed plate, the support plate fixes the plurality of floating positioning blocks in a floating manner, the probes are confined between the probe base plate and the fixed plate, one end of the probe is electrically connected to the test carrier, and the other end of the probe is exposed after the floating positioning block moves toward the fixed plate.

[0007] As one of the preferred embodiments, the tray is provided with an alignment portion and a receiving groove, the receiving groove is for placing the test object, the support plate is provided with a plurality of floating positioning blocks and a plurality of positioning members corresponding to the number of the test objects, when the cover plate is lowered to cover the tray, the positioning members match the alignment portion, the floating positioning blocks match the receiving groove, the cover plate is accurately combined with the tray, and the floating positioning blocks are in contact with the test object in the receiving groove to limit the position of the test object.

[0008] As one of the preferred embodiments, the floating positioning block has an inclined surface at the bottom facing the receiving groove, and after being lowered, the inclined surface contacts the side of the test object to limit the position of the test object.

[0009] As one of the preferred embodiments, the loading area includes multiple test object picking and placing modules, a test object moving tray module, multiple tracks, a first test product area and a second test product area. The first test product area and the second test product area are used to place different types of test objects, and the first test product area and the second test product area are provided with the tracks and the corresponding test object picking and placing modules. The two end ranges of each track are used to store multiple trays and to place corresponding test objects. The test object picking and placing module is used to pick up and place the test objects in the tray. The test object moving tray module is used to move the tray on different tracks to the picking and placing arm in the conveying module to move the tray to the assembly and image inspection area.

[0010] As one of the preferred embodiments, the cover plate storage area includes a test cover plate storage cart, a grabbing and assembly mechanism, a test cover plate assembly station and a test cover plate temporary storage station. The test cover plate storage cart is a multi-layer storage structure for placing multiple cover plates. The grabbing and assembly mechanism takes the cover plates out of the test cover plate storage cart and sends them to the test cover plate assembly station. The test cover plate storage cart is provided with rollers at the bottom to move the test cover plate storage cart. The test cover plate temporary storage station serves as a temporary storage place for the cover plates retrieved from the unloading area.

[0011] As one of the preferred embodiments, the assembly and image inspection area includes a detection module and a carrying portion, and the detection module is used to photograph the tray placed on the carrying portion to confirm whether the tray and the test object placed thereon meet the specifications.

[0012] As one of the preferred embodiments, the transport module includes a pick-and-place arm and a track. The pick-and-place arm can move between the loading area, the testing area and the unloading area via the track. A clamp is provided on the top of the pick-and-place arm, and a code reader and a distance sensor are provided on the clamp. The clamp is used to grab the pallet and the cover, and the code reader on the claw is used to read the QR code on the cover, and the distance sensor is used to check the fitting height of the cover and the pallet after being buckled.

[0013] As one of the preferred embodiments, it also includes at least one test assembly, the test assembly includes multiple test boards, a test transfer board and the cover plate, the test transfer board includes an adapter plate and a first probe board, the cover plate includes the test carrier plate and the second probe board, the test boards are respectively inserted into the adapter plate, and are electrically connected to the first probe board via the adapter plate, the test carrier plate is electrically connected to the second probe board to form the cover plate, when the cover plate is assembled on the tray, the tray is electrically contacted with the test object through the multiple probes in the second probe board, and is electrically connected to the first probe board by the test carrier plate, so that the test board can test the test object.

[0014] As one of the preferred embodiments, at least one aging test machine is provided in the test area, and the aging test machine includes two extension pieces, a frame and four groups of aging test modules installed. The frame includes two test operation areas, each test operation area is provided with one aging test module, and each test operation area performs two groups of tests at the same time. The aging test module is locked to the frame through the extension piece, and the aging test module is extended out of the frame through the extension piece. The aging test module includes a lifting module and the test assembly. The guide rail of the lifting module guides the tray for assembling the cover plate to enter under the test assembly, and the lifting piece drives the cover plate and the tray to rise for pressure testing with the test assembly.

[0015] As one of the preferred embodiments, the unloading area includes multiple tested object picking and placing modules, a tested object tray moving module, multiple tracks, a first tested product area and a second tested product area. The first tested product area and the second tested product area are used to place test objects with different test results, and the first tested product area and the second tested product area are provided with the tracks and the corresponding tested object picking and placing modules. Each track is used to place the corresponding tray according to different test results, so that the tested object tray moving module and the tested object picking and placing module can move on the corresponding track and classify the test objects.

[0016] Compared to existing technologies, the present test system utilizes fully automated operations, ensuring that trays are as full as possible during subsequent testing in the loading, assembly, and image inspection areas, thereby increasing test throughput and reducing testing costs. The test assembly incorporates a cover plate as an intermediary for electrical contact with the tray. Customizable test structures tailored to each test object increase the variety of product tests and reduce time and labor costs during machine modifications. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 2 is an architectural diagram of the test system of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the longitudinal structure of the cover plate of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 3 It is an enlarged view of the local structure of the cover plate of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a partial enlarged view of the location of the floating positioning block of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the cover plate and the tray of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the loading area of ​​the present invention.

[0023] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of the cover plate storage area of ​​the present invention.

[0024] Figure 8 It is a structural schematic diagram of the loading area, assembly and image inspection area and handling module of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 9 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the transport module of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 10 This is an enlarged view of the gripper of the handling module of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the test component architecture of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 12 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the test assembly of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 13 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the aging tester of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 14 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the aging test module of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 15 Schematic diagram of the aging test module of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 16 Schematic diagram of the separation and image inspection module of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 17 This is a structural diagram of the blanking area of ​​the present invention.

[0034] Description of main reference numerals:

[0035] 11: Loading area 111: Object pick-up and placement module

[0036] 112: Object moving module 113: Track

[0037] 114: First product area to be tested 115: Second product area to be tested

[0038] 12: Unloading area 121: Measured object pick-up and placement module

[0039] 122: Object moving module 123: Track

[0040] 124: First tested product area 125: Second tested product area

[0041] 13: Testing area 14: Assembly and image inspection area

[0042] 141: Assembling the detection module 142: Assembling the bearing part

[0043] 15: Separation and image inspection area 151: Separation inspection module

[0044] 152: Separation bearing portion 16: Cover plate storage area

[0045] 161: Test cover storage cart 1611: Roller

[0046] 162: Grasping assembly mechanism 163: Test cover assembly station

[0047] 164: Test cover temporary placement station 17: Transport module

[0048] 171: Pick and place arm 172: Track

[0049] 173: Gripper 174: Code reader

[0050] 175: Distance sensor 18: Cover

[0051] 181: Test carrier board 182: Second probe card

[0052] 1821: Probe substrate 1822: Fixing plate

[0053] 1823: Probe 1824: Support plate

[0054] 1825: floating positioning block 1826: positioning piece

[0055] 1827: Slope 19: Tray

[0056] 191: Accommodation groove 192: Alignment part

[0057] 21: Test component 211: Test board

[0058] 212: Test transfer board 2121: Adapter board

[0059] 2122: First probe card 22: Aging test machine

[0060] 222: Extension 223: Frame

[0061] 224: Test operation area 23: Aging test module

[0062] 231: lifting module 232: guide rail. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0063] The technical solution of the present invention will be described clearly and completely below in conjunction with specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "mounted on or fixed to" another component, it means that it can be directly on the other component or there may also be a central component. When a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it means that it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be a central component at the same time. In the illustrated embodiments, the directions such as up, down, left, right, front and back are relative and are used to explain that the structure and movement of different components in this case are relative. These representations are appropriate when the components are in the positions shown in the figures. However, if the description of the component positions changes, it is considered that these representations will also change accordingly.

[0064] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. The terms used herein are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit the present invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0065] The test system of the present invention provides a fully automatic system for chip aging test, which can save time, increase the number of single disk tests, reduce test costs and shorten the time of changing machines before testing. Figure 1 As shown, the test system of the present invention includes: a loading area 11, a unloading area 12, a testing area 13, an assembly and image inspection area 14, a separation and image inspection area 15, a cover storage area 16 and a conveying module 17. The loading area 11 is used to place multiple trays, and is located adjacent to the cover storage area 16 and the assembly and image inspection area 14. The conveying module 17 is surrounded by the assembly and image inspection area 14, the separation and image inspection area 15 and the testing area 13. The separation and image inspection area 15 is set in the unloading area 12. The tray carrying the test object is transferred to the assembly and image inspection area 14 by the conveying module 17, and the assembly and image inspection area 14 checks whether the test object on the tray meets the specifications. This specification, for example, whether the quantity is correct or whether it is set The front and back sides are determined, and then the cover is taken from the cover storage area 16 and assembled on the tray. Then the conveying module 17 sends the assembled cover and tray to the corresponding aging tester 22 in the test area 13 for testing. After the test is completed, the conveying module 17 moves the tray to the separation and image inspection area 15 and unloads the cover. The separation and image inspection area 15 inspects the test objects in the tray and classifies them in the unloading area 12. The conveying module 17 moves the unloaded cover back to the cover storage area 16, thereby completing the automated testing operation.

[0066] Next, we will give a detailed description of the structure of each component:

[0067] First, a unique feature of the test system of the present invention is the installation of a set of cover plates on the tray. These cover plates serve as an intermediary for electrical contact between the burn-in tester and the tray. The cover plates can then be customized to create electrical contact structures tailored to each test object, thereby expanding the range of applicable test objects. Furthermore, the cover plates can be directly electrically connected to the probe card of the burn-in tester and can be removed from the tray at the appropriate time, eliminating the time and labor required to disassemble and install the probe card in existing burn-in testers and improving the efficiency of machine replacement operations.

[0068] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the cover plate 18 used in the present invention includes a test carrier 181 and a second probe plate 182 stacked in sequence, and the second probe plate 182 includes a probe substrate 1821, a fixed plate 1822, multiple probes 1823, a support plate 1824 and a floating positioning block 1825. The probe substrate 1821 is clamped between the test carrier 181 and the fixed plate 1822, and the support plate 1824 is fixed under the fixed plate 1822. The support plate 1824 adopts a floating method to fix several floating positioning blocks 1825. Multiple probes 1823 are confined between the probe substrate 1821 and the fixed plate 1822, but one end of the probe 1823 can be electrically connected to the test carrier 181, and the other end is exposed after the floating positioning block 1825 moves toward the fixed plate 1822, so that the probe 1823 can be electrically contacted with the test object for testing. The present invention utilizes the cover plate 18 structure as an intermediary for electrical contact between the test object and the aging tester, thereby saving time and manpower for changing equipment and being applicable to various types of test objects.

[0069] like Figure 5 As shown, cover 18 is assembled onto tray 19. To ensure more accurate alignment of cover 18 with tray 19, a support plate 1824 at the bottom of cover 18 is provided with a plurality of floating positioning blocks 1825 corresponding to the number of test objects 30 on tray 19, as well as several positioning members 1826. Tray 19 has a plurality of receiving slots 191 and a plurality of alignment portions 192. The receiving slots 191 are used to accommodate test objects 30, which in this embodiment are chips. When cover 18 is lowered to cover tray 19, positioning members 1826 mate with alignment portions 192, and floating positioning blocks 1825 mate with receiving slots 191, ensuring accurate engagement of cover 18 with tray 19. In addition, the floating positioning block 1825 has an inclined surface 1827 at the bottom facing the receiving groove 191. When pressed down, the inclined surface 1827 contacts the side of the test object 30, thereby effectively limiting the position of the test object 30 and allowing the probe 1823 to more accurately electrically contact the test object 30.

[0070] like Figure 6As shown, the loading area 11 includes multiple DUT pick-and-place modules 111, a DUT tray transfer module 112, multiple tracks 113, a first product area 114, and a second product area 115. These areas are used to hold different types of test objects. Tracks 113 and corresponding DUT pick-and-place modules 111 are located within these areas. Multiple trays 19 are positioned at each end of each track 113. Trays 19 hold corresponding test objects. The DUT pick-and-place modules 111 are used to pick and place test objects from the trays 19. The DUT tray transfer module 112 moves trays 19 between the different tracks 113. Finally, the pick-and-place arm of the transport module 17 moves the trays 19 to the assembly and image inspection area 14. The loading area 11 primarily ensures that test objects are filled as fully as possible onto the corresponding trays 19 by type, thereby increasing the throughput and efficiency of each test.

[0071] like Figure 1 and 7 As shown, the cover plate storage area 16 is provided with two areas, which are located on both sides of the assembly and image inspection area 14. Since the two areas have the same structure, only one of them will be described. The cover plate storage area 16 includes a test cover plate storage cart 161, a grabbing assembly mechanism 162, a test cover plate assembly station 163 and a test cover plate temporary storage station 164. The test cover plate storage cart 161 is a multi-layer storage structure for placing cover plates 18 therein. The grabbing assembly mechanism 162 takes the cover plates 18 out of the test cover plate storage cart 161 and sends it to the test cover plate assembly station 163, waiting for subsequent assembly on the pallet 19. In addition, a roller 1611 is provided at the bottom of the test cover plate storage cart 161, which can freely move the test cover plate storage cart 161 to facilitate the replenishment or replacement of different types of cover plates 18. The test cover temporary storage station 164 is used as a temporary storage place for the cover 18 retrieved after testing, and is subsequently sent back to the test cover storage vehicle 161 by the grabbing assembly mechanism 162, or moved to the test cover assembly station 163 to wait for assembly on another pallet 19.

[0072] like Figure 8 Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of the loading area, assembly and image inspection area, and handling module. The assembly and image inspection area 14 is located between the loading area 11 and the handling module 17. The assembly and image inspection area 14 includes an inspection module 141 and a carrier 142. Inspection module 141 is used to capture images of trays 19 placed on the carrier 142. The captured images are then compared with a database to verify the correct positioning of test objects 30 (e.g., chips). For example, the pins are facing upwards, and the markings are correctly positioned. Inspection module 141 also checks to see if the tray 19 is full. If not, it confirms whether it needs to be manually refilled or recorded before release.

[0073] Figure 9As shown, the handling module 17 includes a pick-and-place arm 171 and a track 172. The pick-and-place arm 171 is a six-axis robotic arm that can move between the loading area 11, the testing area 13, and the unloading area 12 via the track 172. A gripper 173 is provided at the top of the pick-and-place arm 171. Figure 10 As shown, a code reader 174 and a distance sensor 175 are provided on the clamping claw 173 so that the clamping claw 173 can accurately grasp the tray 19 and the cover 18. Figure 8 As shown, the pick-and-place arm 171 moves the tray 19 from the loading area 11 to the supporting portion 142 of the assembly and image inspection area 14. After checking that there are no problems, the pick-and-place arm 171 takes out the cover 18 from the cover storage area 16 and assembles it on the tray 19. The code reader 174 on the clamp 173 is used to read the QR code on the cover 18, and the distance sensor 175 is used to check the fitting height of the cover 18 and the tray 19 after they are buckled together to ensure that the two are indeed covered.

[0074] like Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, when the test operation is carried out, the cover plate 18 is coupled with other mechanisms to form a test assembly 21, whereby the test assembly 21 is electrically contacted with the multiple test objects 30 in the tray 19 to perform relevant test operations. The test assembly 21 includes multiple test boards 211, a test turntable 212 and a cover plate 18. The test turntable 212 includes an adapter plate 2121 and a first probe plate 2122. The cover plate 18 includes a test carrier 181 and a second probe plate 182. The test boards 211 are respectively inserted into the adapter plates 2121, and are electrically connected to the first probe plate 2122 via the adapter plates 2121, and the second probe plate 182 is electrically connected to the test carrier 181. When the cover plate 18 is assembled on the tray 19, the tray 19 electrically contacts the test object 30 via the plurality of probes 1823 in the second probe card 182. The test carrier 181 is electrically connected to the first probe card 2122 thereon, and the test board 211 performs various electrical tests on the test object 30. In this embodiment, the cover plate 18 can be modularly designed and replaced according to test requirements, thereby adapting to a wider range of trays 19 and test objects 30.

[0075] like Figure 1 and Figure 13 As shown, at least one aging test machine 22 is provided in the test area 13. The aging test machine 22 includes two sets of extensions 222, a frame 223, and four sets of aging test modules 23 installed. The frame 223 is provided with two test operation areas 224. Each test operation area 224 is provided with a aging test module 23. Two sets of trays 19 can be tested at the same time. The aging test module 23 is locked to the frame 223 by the extension 222, and the aging test module 23 is extended out of the frame 223 by the extension 222. Figure 14 and Figure 15As shown, the aging test module 23 in this embodiment includes a set of lifting modules 231 and the above-mentioned test assembly 21. In addition, a guide rail 232 is provided to guide the tray 19 into the area below the test assembly 21, and when the lifting module 231 is activated, the cover 18 and the tray 19 are driven to rise and perform pressure testing with the test assembly 21.

[0076] like Figure 16 As shown, the separation and image inspection area 15 is located in the unloading area 12. The separation and image inspection area 15 includes a separation detection module 151 and a separation carrying part 152. When the test is completed, the conveying module 17 will transport the cover 18 and the tray 19 to the separation carrying part 152, and remove the cover 18 and return it to the test cover temporary placement station 164 in the cover storage area 16. The separation detection module 151 is used to photograph the tray 19 located on the separation carrying part 152, use the photographed image to compare with the database, and confirm whether the number of test objects 30 on the tray 19 is the same as the number before the test. If different, the system automatically stops to check and record it.

[0077] like Figure 17 As shown, the unloading area 12 includes multiple groups of tested object pick-up and placement modules 121, a tested object transfer module 122, multiple tracks 123, a first tested product area 124, and a second tested product area 125. The first tested product area 124 and the second tested product area 125 are used to place test objects 30 with different test results, and the first tested product area 124 and the second tested product area 125 are provided with tracks 123 and corresponding tested object pick-up and placement modules 121. Each track 123 can be defined as a tray 19 corresponding to a different test result, for the tested object transfer module 122 and the tested object pick-up and placement module 121 to move on the corresponding track 123, so as to classify the test objects 30 in different trays 19 and move them to the trays 19 on the corresponding track 123. For example, in this embodiment, Figure 17 The two leftmost longitudinal tracks 123 can be considered as the material replenishment track, the second track 123 from the right is the NG product track, and the rightmost track 123 is the good product track. After inspection, the defective test objects 30 will be placed on the tray 19 on the NG product track by the tested object pick-up and placement module 121. The tray 19 that has been replenished with good products will be moved to the good product track by the tested object transfer module 122 for final collection and output.

[0078] In summary, the testing system of the present invention utilizes a fully automated operation mode from the initial material collection, loading and testing, to unloading and sorting operations. This effectively saves manpower, increases the number of single-tray tests, reduces costs, and shortens pre-test preparation time. The aging tester in the test area is designed to test two trays in a single test area and simultaneously test multiple trays in batches. While this does not significantly shorten testing time, it does increase testing efficiency due to the increased test volume. Furthermore, the addition of a cover plate and tray assembly mode saves machine change time and manpower, and also increases the ability to test a wider range of test objects. This innovative and progressive feature meets the requirements of the patent application.

[0079] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. That is, all equivalent changes and modifications made within the scope of the claims of the present invention are covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A testing system, characterized in that: include: The loading area, the unloading area, the testing area, the assembly and image inspection area, the separation and image inspection area, the cover plate storage area and the conveying module, the loading area is used to place multiple trays, the loading area is adjacent to the cover plate storage area and the assembly and image inspection area, the conveying module is respectively surrounded by the assembly and image inspection area, the separation and image inspection area and the testing area, the separation and image inspection area is arranged in the unloading area, the tray is transferred to the assembly and image inspection area by the conveying module, and the inspection and assembly of the cover plate are carried out in the assembly and image inspection area, and then the conveying module sends the cover plate and the tray to the aging tester corresponding to the testing area for testing, after the test is completed, the tray is moved to the separation and image inspection area by the conveying module and the cover plate is removed, the separation and image inspection area inspects the tray again, and the test objects on the tray are classified in the unloading area, and the conveying module moves the removed cover plate back to the cover plate storage area to complete the automated testing operation; The cover plate includes a test carrier and a second probe plate stacked in sequence, and the second probe plate includes a probe base plate, a fixed plate, multiple probes, a support plate and a floating positioning block. The probe base plate is clamped between the test carrier and the fixed plate, and the support plate is fixed under the fixed plate. The support plate fixes multiple floating positioning blocks in a floating manner. The probes are confined between the probe base plate and the fixed plate, and one end of the probe is electrically connected to the test carrier, and the other end of the probe is exposed after the floating positioning block moves toward the fixed plate.

2. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The tray is provided with an alignment portion and a receiving groove, the receiving groove is for placing the test object, the support plate is provided with a plurality of floating positioning blocks and a plurality of positioning members corresponding to the number of the test objects, when the cover plate is lowered to cover the tray, the positioning members match the alignment portion, the floating positioning blocks match the receiving groove, the cover plate is accurately combined with the tray, and the floating positioning blocks contact the test object in the receiving groove to limit the position of the test object.

3. The test system according to claim 2, wherein: The floating positioning block has an inclined surface at the bottom facing the accommodating groove. After descending, the inclined surface contacts the side of the test object to limit the position of the test object.

4. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The loading area includes multiple object-to-be-tested pick-up and placement modules, an object-to-be-tested tray moving module, multiple tracks, a first product-to-be-tested area, and a second product-to-be-tested area. The first product-to-be-tested area and the second product-to-be-tested area are used to place different types of objects to be tested, and the first product-to-be-tested area and the second product-to-be-tested area are provided with the tracks and the corresponding object-to-be-tested pick-up and placement modules. The two end areas of each track are used to store multiple trays and to place corresponding test objects. The object-to-be-tested pick-up and placement modules are used to pick up and place the test objects in the trays. The object-to-be-tested tray moving module is used to move the trays along different tracks to the pick-up and placement arms in the transport module to move the trays to the assembly and image inspection area.

5. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The cover plate storage area includes a test cover plate storage cart, a grabbing and assembly mechanism, a test cover plate assembly station and a test cover plate temporary storage station. The test cover plate storage cart is a multi-layer storage structure for placing multiple cover plates. The grabbing and assembly mechanism takes the cover plates out of the test cover plate storage cart and sends them to the test cover plate assembly station. The test cover plate storage cart is provided with rollers at the bottom to move the test cover plate storage cart. The test cover plate temporary storage station serves as a temporary storage place for the cover plates retrieved from the unloading area.

6. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The assembly and image inspection area includes a detection module and a carrying portion. The detection module is used to photograph the tray placed on the carrying portion to confirm whether the tray and the test object placed thereon meet specifications.

7. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The transport module includes a pick-and-place arm and a track. The pick-and-place arm can move between the loading area, the testing area and the unloading area via the track. A clamp is provided on the top of the pick-and-place arm, and a code reader and a distance sensor are provided on the clamp. The clamp is used to grab the pallet and the cover. The code reader on the clamp is used to read the QR code on the cover, and the distance sensor is used to check the fitting height of the cover and the pallet after being buckled.

8. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: It also includes at least one test component, which includes multiple test boards, a test transfer board and the cover board. The test transfer board includes an adapter board and a first probe board. The cover board includes the test carrier board and the second probe board. The test boards are respectively inserted into the adapter board and electrically connected to the first probe board via the adapter board. The test carrier board is electrically connected to the second probe board to form the cover board. When the cover board is assembled on the tray, the tray is electrically contacted with the test object through the multiple probes in the second probe board, and is electrically connected to the first probe board by the test carrier board, so that the test board can test the test object.

9. The test system according to claim 8, wherein: At least one aging test machine is provided in the test area, and the aging test machine includes two extension pieces, a frame and four groups of aging test modules installed. The frame includes two test operation areas, each test operation area is provided with one aging test module, and each test operation area performs two groups of tests simultaneously. The aging test module is locked to the frame through the extension piece, and the aging test module is extended out of the frame through the extension piece. The aging test module includes a lifting module and the test assembly. The guide rail of the lifting module guides the tray for assembling the cover plate to enter under the test assembly, and the lifting piece drives the cover plate and the tray to rise for pressure testing with the test assembly.

10. The test system according to claim 1, wherein: The unloading area includes multiple tested object picking and placing modules, a tested object tray moving module, multiple tracks, a first tested product area and a second tested product area. The first tested product area and the second tested product area are used to place test objects with different test results, and the first tested product area and the second tested product area are provided with the tracks and the corresponding tested object picking and placing modules. Each track is used to place the corresponding tray according to different test results, so that the tested object tray moving module and the tested object picking and placing module can move on the corresponding track and classify the test objects.

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