Module transfer method, transfer equipment and production system

Abstract

The invention provides a module transfer method. The module transfer method comprises the following steps that S1, two end plates of a to-be-transferred module are clamped in the first direction; s2, the module to be transferred is lifted up; s3, the distance between the bottom supporting pieces and the to-be-transferred module in the second direction is detected in real time through a distance detector, the at least one bottom supporting piece is controlled to move to the target position in the second direction, and at the moment, the edge of the gluing face of the to-be-transferred module is supported on the at least one bottom supporting piece; and S4, the to-be-transferred module is moved to the target machining site. The moving stability of the to-be-transferred module can be improved in the transferring process, meanwhile, the distance detector can monitor the moving process of the bottom supporting piece in real time, and therefore the problem that a blue film on the surface of the module is prone to being damaged in the module clamping and transferring process is fundamentally solved. Compared with conventional module transfer equipment at the present stage, the module transfer equipment has the advantages of being high in transfer stability, convenient to operate, good in controllability, capable of protecting modules and the like.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of module processing, and in particular to a module transfer method, transfer equipment and production system. Background Art

[0002] In the field of modern electronic assembly, the gluing process is one of the key steps to connect and fix electronic modules. At present, all modules include a gluing surface, and the middle part of the gluing surface is coated with glue. In order to ensure the curing effect of the glue, the gluing module must be processed in a heating warehouse for glue solidification. However, the high temperature environment of the heating warehouse puts forward special requirements for the transportation of the module. At present, when the glue-coated module enters the heating warehouse for glue solidification, it is usually transported by clamping equipment. However, the existing clamping equipment has many shortcomings during operation.

[0003] First of all, the side walls of the module after glue coating are usually covered with a layer of blue film, which plays an important role in protecting the module from external pollution and damage. However, the existing clamping equipment is often difficult to avoid damage to the blue film during transportation, which not only affects the appearance of the module, but also may weaken its protective performance. At the same time, in order to avoid blocking the glue-coated surface to be cured and affecting the curing effect of the glue, the clamping equipment can usually only clamp the two end plates in the length direction of the module. Although this clamping method protects the glue-coated surface and the blue film to a certain extent, it also brings stability and compatibility issues.

[0004] Since only the two ends of the module are clamped, the module is not very stable during transportation. It is easy for the module position to shift due to external factors such as vibration and collision, which in turn affects the uniformity and reliability of the solid glue. In severe cases, it may even cause the module to fall off during transportation. Summary of the invention

[0005] To this end, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the problems of limited clamping position and low clamping stability of the module in the prior art, and to provide a module transfer chuck, transfer equipment and production system.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a module transfer method, which includes the following steps: step S1, clamping the two end plates of the module to be transferred from the first direction; step S2, lifting the module to be transferred; step S3, detecting the distance between the bottom support and the module to be transferred in the second direction in real time through a distance detector, and controlling at least one of the bottom support to move to the target position along the second direction, at which time the edge of the glue-coated surface of the module to be transferred is supported on at least one of the bottom support; step S4, moving the module to be transferred to the target processing site.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, step S1 specifically includes: clamping the end plate of the module to be transferred from a first direction by relatively close clamping plates, and stopping the movement when the clamping plate pressure reaches a first preset pressure.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present invention, in steps S2 to S3, the height to which the module to be transferred is lifted is not less than the thickness of the bottom support.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, in step S4, the module to be transferred is moved to a target processing site by a transfer robot, wherein the target processing site is a heating storage.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, it also includes step S5, heating in the heating warehouse for a preset time, moving the module to be transferred to a static warehouse, and then each mechanism returns to an initial position to wait for the next transfer process.

[0011] The present invention also provides a module transfer device, which is used to transfer modules through the above-mentioned module transfer method, and comprises: a frame, the frame is connected to an external moving device; a clamping mechanism, the clamping mechanism comprises an end plate clamping assembly and a bottom supporting mechanism, the end plate clamping assembly comprises at least two clamping plates, at least two of the clamping plates are arranged along a first direction and move relative to each other to clamp the end plate of the module to be transferred, the bottom supporting mechanism comprises at least one bottom supporting member and a distance detector, the distance detector is connected to at least one of the bottom supporting members and is arranged toward the module to be transferred, at least one of the bottom supporting members moves along a second direction, and the edge of the module's glue-coated surface is supported on at least one of the bottom supporting members.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom supporting mechanism comprises a plurality of bottom supporting members, the plurality of bottom supporting members move relatively along the second direction, and the edge of the glue-coated surface of the module is supported on the plurality of bottom supporting members.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, a positioning detector is further provided on the frame, and the positioning detector is arranged toward the module to be transferred.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, the end plate clamping assembly includes a fixed clamping plate, a movable clamping plate and a guide rod, the guide rod is connected to the frame and extends along a first direction, the fixed clamping plate is connected to one end of the guide rod, and the movable clamping plate is slidably connected to the guide rod to approach / move away from the fixed clamping plate, wherein the clamping mechanism also includes a first driver, which is connected to the movable clamping plate; sensors are provided on the movable clamping plate and / or the fixed plate.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom support assembly includes two slides and at least one guide module, the guide module is connected to the frame body and extends along the second direction, the two slides are respectively slidably connected to the guide modules, and move relatively close / away through the guide modules, at least two bottom support members are respectively connected to the two slides, when the bottom support assembly reaches the target position, the slide is spaced apart from the side wall of the module to be transferred on the same side, wherein the clamping mechanism also includes a second driver connected to the slide; the distance detector is connected to the side of the slide facing the module to be transferred.

[0016] In one embodiment of the present invention, a control mechanism is further included, and the mobile device, the end plate clamping assembly and the bottom supporting assembly are respectively connected to the control mechanism.

[0017] In one embodiment of the present invention, the frame includes a main body and a connecting portion, wherein the connecting portion is disposed at one end of the main body and connected to an external mobile device, and the clamping mechanism is connected to the main body.

[0018] The present invention also provides a production system, which includes the above-mentioned module transfer equipment.

[0019] The above technical solution of the present invention has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0020] The module transfer method, transfer equipment and production system described in the present invention clamp and fix the end plate of the module to be transferred in the first direction, and then support the bottom of the module to be transferred by the bottom support, thereby improving the movement stability of the module to be transferred during the transfer process. At the same time, in the above process, the distance detector can monitor the movement process of the bottom support in the second direction in real time, thereby fundamentally solving the problem of the blue film on the surface of the module being easily damaged during the clamping and transfer process. Compared with the conventional module transfer equipment at this stage, this application has the advantages of high transfer stability, easy operation, good controllability and protective modules, and has broad application prospects in this industry. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to make the contents of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below based on specific embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the module transfer device in the preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the module transfer device from another perspective;

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the module transfer device from a third perspective;

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the module transfer equipment from the fourth perspective is shown.

[0026] Explanation of the reference numerals in the specification: 100, frame; 110, connecting portion; 120, main body; 130, positioning detector; 200, clamping mechanism; 210, end plate clamping assembly; 211, fixed clamping plate; 212, movable clamping plate; 213, guide rod; 214, slide; 220, first drive; 230, bottom support assembly; 231, slide; 232, bottom support member; 233, guide module; 240, second drive; X, first direction; Y, second direction; Z, third direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

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

[0028] Embodiment 1

[0029] See also Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this embodiment provides a module transfer equipment, which includes a frame 100, and the frame 100 is externally connected to a mobile device; a clamping mechanism 200, the clamping mechanism 200 includes an end plate clamping assembly 210 and a bottom supporting mechanism, the end plate clamping assembly 210 includes at least two clamping plates, at least two of the clamping plates are arranged along a first direction X, and move relatively to each other to clamp the end plate of the module to be transferred, the bottom supporting mechanism includes at least one bottom supporting member 232 and a distance detector, the distance detector is connected to at least one of the bottom supporting members 232, and is arranged toward the module to be transferred, at least one of the bottom supporting members 232 moves along a second direction Y, and the edge of the module's glue-coated surface is supported on at least one of the bottom supporting members 232.

[0030] The module transfer equipment described in this embodiment clamps and fixes the end plate of the module to be transferred in the first direction X, and then supports the bottom of the module to be transferred through the bottom support 232, thereby improving the movement stability of the module to be transferred during the transfer process. At the same time, in the above process, the distance detector can monitor the movement process of the bottom support 232 in the second direction Y in real time, thereby fundamentally solving the problem of easily damaging the blue film on the surface of the module during the clamping and transfer process. Compared with the conventional module transfer equipment at this stage, this application has the advantages of high transfer stability, easy operation, good controllability and protective modules, and has broad application prospects in this industry.

[0031] It should be noted that, for ease of expression, this embodiment defines the length direction of the device as a first direction X, the width direction of the device as a second direction Y, and the height direction of the device as a third direction Z, wherein the first direction X, the second direction Y, and the third direction Z are arranged perpendicular to each other in pairs, and the first direction X and the second direction Y are located in the same plane.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the device in a normal working state. When it is ready to clamp the module to be transferred, the clamping mechanism 200 is located below the frame 100, wherein one end of the frame 100 is connected to a mobile robot, and the device moves between the heating warehouse, the static warehouse and the module conveyor belt through the mobile robot. The clamping mechanism 200 can clamp the module to be transferred in the first direction X, and at the same time support the bottom of the module to be transferred through the bottom support component 230, thereby ensuring that the module can be limited in both the horizontal direction and the height direction during its transfer.

[0033] Specifically, the frame 100 in this embodiment includes a main body 120 and a connecting part 110, wherein the connecting part 110 is arranged at one end of the main body 120 and connected to an external mobile device, and the clamping mechanism 200 is connected to the main body 120. Further, the main body 120 in this embodiment is preferably a rectangular frame, the clamping mechanism 200 is connected to the main body 120, and the connecting part 110 realizes a detachable connection between the frame 100 and the external mobile device through a connecting flange. Further, a positioning detector 130 is also provided on the frame 100, and the positioning detector 130 is arranged toward the module to be transferred. During the movement of the frame 100, the positioning detector 130 can be used to determine whether the frame 100 reaches the top of the module to be transferred, thereby avoiding invalid clamping of the device to ensure its operating efficiency. On the other hand, the positioning detector 130 can monitor the distance between the clamping mechanism 200 and the module to be transferred in real time, thereby avoiding the device from being unable to move into place or moving excessively in the third direction Z.

[0034] In order to facilitate the display of the corresponding internal details of the clamping mechanism 200, Figure 2 and Figure 3The module transfer device from another perspective is shown, wherein the end plate clamping assembly 210 includes a fixed clamping plate 211, a movable clamping plate 212 and a guide rod 213, wherein the guide rod 213 is connected to the frame 100 and extends along the first direction X, wherein the fixed clamping plate 211 is connected to one end of the guide rod 213, and the movable clamping plate 212 is slidably connected to the guide rod 213 through a slide 214 to approach / move away from the fixed clamping plate 211. Specifically, the clamping mechanism 200 also includes a first driver 220, wherein the first driver 220 is connected to the movable clamping plate 212. In this embodiment, the first driver 220 is preferably a motor. Furthermore, in order to ensure that the end plate clamping assembly 210 can form a stable clamping effect on the module to be transferred and avoid damage to the module to be transferred due to excessive extrusion, the present application provides pressure sensors on both the fixed clamping plate 211 and the movable clamping plate 212, thereby achieving precise control of the moving process of the movable clamping plate 212.

[0035] In this embodiment, the bottom support assembly 230 includes two slides 231 and at least one guide module 233. The guide module 233 is connected to the frame body 100 and extends along the second direction Y. The two slides 231 are respectively slidably connected to the guide modules 233 and move relatively close to / away from each other through the guide modules 233. At least two bottom support members 232 are respectively connected to the two slides 231. When the bottom support assembly 230 reaches the target position, the slide 231 is spaced apart from the side wall of the module to be transferred on the same side. Furthermore, any slide 231 is provided with a plurality of bottom support members 232, and the plurality of bottom support members 232 move relatively along the second direction Y. The edge of the module glue coating surface is supported on the plurality of bottom support members 232. On the slide 231 on any side, the plurality of bottom support members 232 are evenly spaced along the extension direction of the slide 231, thereby achieving more uniform and stable support for the module to be transferred.

[0036] The clamping mechanism 200 further includes a second driver 240, which is connected to the slide 231; the distance detector is connected to the side of the slide 231 facing the module to be transferred, thereby achieving precise control of the actual moving distance of the slide 231. Specifically, when the distance detector detects that the corresponding slide 231 is close to the target position, it can control the second driver 240 to stop driving. Furthermore, when the slide 231 is at the target position, it is spaced apart from the side wall of the module to be transferred, thereby preventing the blue film from being damaged.

[0037] In addition, the present application also includes a control mechanism, and the mobile device, the end plate clamping assembly 210, and the bottom supporting assembly 230 are respectively connected to the control mechanism. In the actual production and processing process, the operator can control the above structure in real time through the control system, thereby improving the flexibility of the use of the device, and can also preset parameters through the control system, thereby improving the automation of the device.

[0038] Embodiment 2

[0039] This embodiment provides a module transfer method, which uses the module transfer device described in the first embodiment to transfer modules, and specifically includes the following steps:

[0040] Step S1, clamping the two end plates of the module to be transferred from a first direction X; further, step S1 is specifically: clamping the end plates of the module to be transferred from the first direction X by relatively close clamping plates, and stopping the movement when the clamping plate pressure reaches a first preset pressure.

[0041] Step S2, lifting the module to be transferred; in this embodiment, the module to be transferred is transferred by a mobile robot.

[0042] Step S3, using a distance detector to detect in real time the distance between the bottom support 232 and the module to be transferred in the second direction Y, and controlling at least one of the bottom support 232 to move to the target position along the second direction Y, at which time the edge of the glue-coated surface of the module to be transferred is supported on at least one of the bottom support 232; further, in steps S2 to S3, the height to which the module to be transferred is lifted is not less than the thickness of the bottom support 232.

[0043] Step S4, moving the module to be transferred to the target processing site. In this embodiment, in step S4, the module to be transferred is moved to the target processing site by a transfer robot, wherein the target processing site is a heating warehouse.

[0044] This embodiment also includes step S5, heating in the heating warehouse for a preset time, moving the module to be transferred to a static warehouse, and then each mechanism returns to an initial position to wait for the next transfer process.

[0045] Embodiment 3

[0046] This embodiment provides a production system, which includes the module transfer equipment described in the first embodiment.

[0047] In summary, the module transfer method, transfer equipment and production system described in the present invention clamp and fix the end plate of the module to be transferred in the first direction X, and then support the bottom of the module to be transferred through the bottom support 232, thereby improving the movement stability of the module to be transferred during the transfer process. At the same time, in the above process, the distance detector can monitor the movement process of the bottom support 232 in the second direction Y in real time, thereby fundamentally solving the problem of easily damaging the blue film on the surface of the module during the clamping and transfer process. Compared with the conventional module transfer equipment at this stage, this application has the advantages of high transfer stability, easy operation, good controllability and protective modules, and has broad application prospects in this industry.

[0048] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. For those skilled in the art, other different forms of changes or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to list all the implementation methods here. The obvious changes or modifications derived from these are still within the protection scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A module transfer method, characterized in that: The steps include: Step S1, clamping the two end plates of the module to be transferred from a first direction; Step S2, lifting the module to be transferred; Step S3, detecting the distance between the bottom support and the module to be transferred in the second direction in real time by a distance detector, and controlling at least one of the bottom support to move to a target position along the second direction, at which time the edge of the glue-coated surface of the module to be transferred is supported on at least one of the bottom support; Step S4, moving the module to be transferred to the target processing site.

2. The module transfer method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Step S1 specifically includes: clamping the end plate of the module to be transferred from a first direction by relatively close clamping plates, and stopping the movement when the clamping plate pressure reaches a first preset pressure.

3. The module transfer method according to claim 1, characterized in that: In steps S2 to S3, the height to which the module to be transferred is lifted is not less than the thickness of the bottom support.

4. The module transfer method according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S4, the module to be transferred is moved to a target processing site by a transfer robot, wherein the target processing site is a heating storage.

5. The module transfer method according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes step S5, heating in the heating warehouse for a preset time, moving the module to be transferred to a static warehouse, and then each mechanism returns to an initial position to wait for the next transfer process.

6. A module transfer device, characterized in that: The method for transporting a module by the module transport method according to any one of claims 1 to 5 comprises: A frame, the frame being connected to a mobile device; The clamping mechanism comprises an end plate clamping assembly and a bottom supporting mechanism, wherein the end plate clamping assembly comprises at least two clamping plates, wherein at least two of the clamping plates are arranged along a first direction and move relative to each other to clamp the end plate of the module to be transferred, wherein the bottom supporting mechanism comprises at least one bottom supporting member and a distance detector, wherein the distance detector is connected to at least one of the bottom supporting members and is arranged toward the module to be transferred, wherein at least one of the bottom supporting members moves along a second direction, and an edge of the module's glue-coated surface is supported on at least one of the bottom supporting members.

7. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bottom supporting mechanism comprises a plurality of bottom supporting members, the plurality of bottom supporting members move relatively along the second direction, and the edge of the glue-coated surface of the module is supported on the plurality of bottom supporting members.

8. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The frame is also provided with a positioning detector, and the positioning detector is arranged toward the module to be transferred.

9. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The end plate clamping assembly includes a fixed clamping plate, a movable clamping plate and a guide rod, wherein the guide rod is connected to the frame and extends along a first direction, the fixed clamping plate is connected to one end of the guide rod, and the movable clamping plate is slidably connected to the guide rod to approach / move away from the fixed clamping plate, wherein the clamping mechanism also includes a first driver, which is connected to the movable clamping plate; sensors are provided on the movable clamping plate and / or the fixed plate.

10. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bottom supporting assembly includes two slides and at least one guide module, wherein the guide module is connected to the frame body and extends along the second direction, the two slides are respectively slidably connected to the guide modules and move relatively close to / away from each other through the guide modules, at least two bottom supporting members are respectively connected to the two slides, and when the bottom supporting assembly reaches the target position, the slide is spaced apart from the side wall of the module to be transferred on the same side, wherein the clamping mechanism also includes a second driver connected to the slide; the distance detector is connected to the side of the slide facing the module to be transferred.

11. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes a control mechanism, and the mobile device, the end plate clamping assembly and the bottom supporting assembly are respectively connected to the control mechanism.

12. The module transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The frame includes a main body and a connecting part, wherein the connecting part is arranged at one end of the main body and connected to an external mobile device, and the clamping mechanism is connected to the main body.

13. A production system, characterized in that: The module transfer device comprises any one of claims 6 to 12.

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