Storage device applied to transfer robot and transfer robot

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of robots, and discloses a storage device applied to a transfer robot, the storage device comprises a shell and a driving mechanism, the shell comprises an upper cover and a lower shell, the lower shell is provided with a containing cavity, a bearing flat plate and a damping mechanism are arranged in the containing cavity, and the bearing flat plate is arranged in the horizontal direction and used for bearing an illumination box; the damping mechanism is connected between the bearing flat plate and the lower shell so as to conduct damping on the bearing flat plate. The lower shell is provided with an opening communicated with the containing cavity, the upper cover is rotationally connected with the lower shell, and the upper cover covers the opening to seal the containing cavity; the driving mechanism is connected to the shell and used for driving the upper cover to rotate towards the side away from or close to the lower shell in the vertical direction. The invention aims to solve the technical problem that when a carrying robot carries an illumination box, enough stability and safety guarantee cannot be provided, so that a light-transmitting part of the illumination box is covered by dust and is damaged by vibration.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of robots, and in particular to a storage device applied to a transport robot and the transport robot. Background Art

[0002] A handling robot is a type of handling vehicle that can travel along a set path and has programming and parking selection devices, safety protection devices, and various material transfer functions on the vehicle body. A handling robot is a type of industrial robot that is controlled by a computer and has functions such as mobility, automatic navigation, multi-sensor control, and network interaction.

[0003] In the related art, a handling robot is used to automatically carry the illumination box, and the illumination box has extremely high safety requirements during the handling process. If dust covers the light-transmitting parts of the illumination box (such as glass, slides, etc.), its light transmittance will be reduced. If the vibration is too large during transportation, it is easy to cause damage to the light-transmitting parts inside the illumination box. However, when the handling robot carries the illumination box, there is a lack of sufficient dust-proof and shock-absorbing measures, which makes the light-transmitting parts of the illumination box susceptible to dust coverage and vibration damage, affecting its use effect. Summary of the invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a storage device and a transport robot applied to a transport robot, aiming to solve the technical problem that the transport robot cannot provide sufficient stability and safety protection when performing the task of transporting an irradiation box, resulting in the light-transmitting components of the irradiation box being easily covered by dust and damaged by vibration.

[0005] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a storage device applied to a transport robot, comprising:

[0006] The housing comprises an upper cover and a lower housing, wherein the lower housing is provided with a receiving cavity, wherein a carrying plate and a shock absorbing mechanism are provided in the receiving cavity, wherein the carrying plate is arranged in a horizontal direction and is used to carry the illumination box, and wherein the shock absorbing mechanism is connected between the carrying plate and the lower housing to reduce the shock of the carrying plate; wherein the lower housing is provided with an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, wherein the upper cover is rotatably connected to the lower housing, and wherein the upper cover is provided on the opening to cover the receiving cavity;

[0007] A driving mechanism is connected to the shell, and is used to drive the upper cover to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell.

[0008] Preferably, the shock absorbing mechanism comprises a plurality of elastic members, and the plurality of elastic members are arranged in an array along the first direction and the second direction of the supporting plate, the upper ends of the elastic members are connected to the supporting plate, and the lower ends of the elastic members are connected to the lower shell.

[0009] Preferably, the storage device comprises a pressure detection element, the pressure detection element is disposed on the carrying plate, and the pressure detection element is used to abut against the illumination box.

[0010] Preferably, the storage device comprises two pressure detection elements, and the two pressure detection elements are arranged on the carrying plate at diagonal positions of the carrying plate.

[0011] Preferably, the storage device comprises a material detection element, and the material detection element is arranged on the carrying plate, and the material detection element is used to emit laser to the irradiation box to detect whether the irradiation box exists on the carrying plate.

[0012] Preferably, the storage device comprises a first limiting member, a second limiting member and a third limiting member, the first limiting member and the second limiting member are arranged on both sides of the carrying plate along the first direction of the carrying plate, the third limiting member is arranged on the carrying plate and forms a triangle shape with the first limiting member and the second limiting member, and the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member are used to jointly limit the illumination box;

[0013] Wherein, the material detection element is arranged on any one of the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member.

[0014] Preferably, the storage device comprises an identification device, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and is used to identify the coding information of the illumination box.

[0015] Preferably, the identification device comprises a card reader, and the card reader is arranged on the upper surface of the carrying plate.

[0016] Preferably, a first positioning post, a second positioning post and a third positioning post for fixing the irradiation box are provided on the carrying plate, and the first positioning post, the second positioning post and the third positioning post form a triangle shape.

[0017] Preferably, the storage device comprises a temperature and humidity sensor, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and fixed to the inner wall of the lower shell, and is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity.

[0018] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a first transmission wheel and a first connecting rod, the first transmission wheel is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell, one end of the first connecting rod is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel, and the other end of the first connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover, and the driving motor is used to drive the first transmission wheel to rotate, so that the first connecting rod drives the upper cover to move away from or closer to the lower shell in the vertical direction.

[0019] Preferably, the driving mechanism comprises a second transmission wheel and a transmission belt, the second transmission wheel is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor, and the first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel are transmission-connected via the transmission belt.

[0020] Preferably, the first connecting rod moves between a first position and a second position under the drive of the driving mechanism;

[0021] The driving mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell, the first sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the first position, and the second sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the second position.

[0022] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes at least one second connecting rod, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod, one end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell, and the other end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover.

[0023] Preferably, the storage device comprises a control mainboard, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and electrically connected to the driving mechanism.

[0024] Preferably, the lower shell is provided with a connection port, and the connection port is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

[0025] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a transport robot, which includes a robot body and the storage device, wherein the storage device is fixed on the robot body.

[0026] Preferably, the transport robot comprises a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box from a first target position to the storage device, and to clamp the illumination box from the storage device to a second target position.

[0027] Preferably, the transport robot comprises a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

[0028] The present invention provides a storage device applied to a transport robot, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0029] The storage device of the present invention comprises a housing and a driving mechanism, wherein the housing is composed of an upper cover and a lower housing, and the two are connected by a rotating connection. A receiving cavity is provided inside the lower housing for storing a light box. The lower housing is provided with an opening, so that the light box can be put in and taken out from the opening. A carrying plate is arranged in the receiving cavity along a horizontal direction, and is used to carry the light box, so as to ensure that the light box is placed stably and avoid damage due to shaking during transportation. A shock absorbing mechanism is connected between the carrying plate and the lower housing, and is used to perform shock absorbing treatment on the carrying plate and the light box on the carrying plate. The shock absorbing mechanism can be made of elastic materials such as springs and rubber pads to absorb vibrations during transportation. The driving mechanism is connected to the side wall or bottom wall of the housing, and when the light box needs to be put in or taken out, the driving mechanism drives the upper cover to open, exposing the opening of the receiving cavity; when the light box is placed, the driving mechanism drives the upper cover to close and cover the receiving cavity again, so as to play a dustproof role. The storage device of this embodiment realizes the closure of the receiving cavity through the close cooperation between the upper cover and the lower housing, prevents dust from entering the receiving cavity, and protects the light-transmitting parts of the light box from being covered by dust. The setting of the shock-absorbing mechanism enables the carrying plate to absorb vibration during the handling process, thus preventing the illumination box from being damaged by vibration. The automatic opening and closing of the upper cover is realized through the driving mechanism, which improves the automation degree of the handling robot and reduces the risk of manual operation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a storage device in a closed state provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 An exploded schematic diagram of a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present invention in an open state;

[0034] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a structure in which a light box is placed in a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 5 Another exploded schematic diagram of a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 6 Another structural schematic diagram of the storage device provided by an embodiment of the present invention in an open state.

[0037] The following are marked in the figure:

[0038] 1. Shell; 101. Upper cover; 102. Lower shell; 103. Accommodating chamber; 2. Driving mechanism; 201. Driving motor; 202. First transmission wheel; 203. First connecting rod; 204. Second transmission wheel; 205. Driving belt; 206. First sensor; 207. Second sensor; 208. Second connecting rod; 3. Load-bearing plate; 4. Shock-absorbing mechanism; 401. Elastic member; 5. Illuminating box; 6. Pressure detection element; 7. Material detection element; 8. First limiting member; 9. Second limiting member; 10. Third limiting member; 11. Identification device; 12. First positioning column; 13. Second positioning column; 14. Third positioning column; 15. Humidity sensor; 16. Connection port; X, first direction; Y, second direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] The specific implementation of the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0040] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "inside", "outside", etc. used in the present invention to indicate the orientation or positional relationship are based on the positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the devices and elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0041] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the present invention uses the terms "first", "second", etc. to describe various information, but these information should not be limited to these terms, and these terms are only used to distinguish the same type of information from each other. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, "first" information may also be referred to as "second" information, and similarly, "second" information may also be referred to as "first" information.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a storage device applied to a handling robot, the storage device includes a shell 1 and a driving mechanism 2, the shell 1 includes an upper cover 101 and a lower shell 102, the lower shell 102 is provided with a accommodating cavity 103, the accommodating cavity 103 is provided with a carrying plate 3 and a shock absorbing mechanism 4, the carrying plate 3 is arranged in a horizontal direction and is used to carry a light box 5, the shock absorbing mechanism 4 is connected between the carrying plate 3 and the lower shell 102 to reduce the shock of the carrying plate 3; the lower shell 102 is provided with an opening connected to the accommodating cavity 103, the upper cover 101 is rotatably connected to the lower shell 102, the upper cover 101 is covered on the opening to cover the accommodating cavity 103; the driving mechanism 2 is connected to the shell 1, and the driving mechanism 2 is used to drive the upper cover 101 to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell 102.

[0043] In this embodiment, the housing 1 is composed of an upper cover 101 and a lower shell 102, which are connected by a rotating connection. A accommodating cavity 103 is provided inside the lower shell 102 for storing the illumination box 5. The lower shell 102 is provided with an opening for convenient placement and removal of the illumination box 5 from the opening. The carrying plate 3 is arranged in the accommodating cavity 103 along the horizontal direction, and is used to carry the illumination box 5 to ensure that the illumination box 5 is placed stably to avoid damage due to shaking during transportation. The shock absorbing mechanism 4 is connected between the carrying plate 3 and the lower shell 102, and is used to perform shock absorbing treatment on the carrying plate 3 and the illumination box 5 on the carrying plate 3. The shock absorbing mechanism 4 can be made of elastic materials such as springs and rubber pads to absorb vibrations during transportation. The driving mechanism 2 is connected to the side wall or bottom wall of the shell 1. When the illumination box 5 needs to be placed in or taken out, the driving mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to open, exposing the opening of the accommodating chamber 103; when the illumination box 5 is placed, the driving mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to close again, sealing the accommodating chamber 103 to prevent dust. The storage device of this embodiment achieves the closure of the accommodating chamber 103 through the close cooperation between the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102, prevents dust from entering the accommodating chamber 103, and protects the light-transmitting parts of the illumination box 5 from being covered by dust. The setting of the shock-absorbing mechanism 4 enables the supporting plate 3 to absorb vibrations during transportation, thereby preventing the illumination box 5 from being damaged by vibrations. The automatic opening and closing of the upper cover 101 is achieved by the driving mechanism 2, which improves the automation level of the transport robot and reduces the risk of manual operation.

[0044] When in use, the handling robot receives an instruction to carry the illumination box 5, moves to the starting position, and the driving mechanism 2 starts, driving the upper cover 101 to automatically open, exposing the opening of the accommodating chamber 103. Then, the mechanical arm of the handling robot automatically clamps the illumination box 5 and puts it into the accommodating chamber 103 of the storage device and ensures that it is placed stably. Next, the driving mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to close to seal the accommodating chamber 103. The handling robot starts to carry the storage device and transports it from the starting position to the designated position. After arriving at the designated position, the driving mechanism 2 starts again, opens the upper cover 101, and the mechanical arm automatically clamps and takes out the illumination box 5, thereby completing the entire handling process of the illumination box 5.

[0045] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the shock absorbing mechanism 4 includes a plurality of elastic members 401 , which are arranged in an array along the first direction X and the second direction Y of the supporting plate 3 , the upper end of the elastic member 401 is connected to the supporting plate 3 , and the lower end of the elastic member 401 is connected to the lower shell 102 .

[0046] Specifically, the elastic member 401 can be made of elastic materials such as springs, rubber pads, and silicone blocks. In the present embodiment, the elastic member 401 is preferably a spring because it has the advantages of simple structure, low cost, and easy installation and maintenance. A plurality of elastic members 401 are arranged in an array along the first direction X (i.e., the transverse direction) and the second direction Y (i.e., the longitudinal direction) of the support plate 3 to form a dense shock-absorbing structure. When the support plate 3 and the light box 5 are vibrated, the vibration is dispersed to each elastic member 401, thereby improving the shock-absorbing effect. The upper and lower ends of the elastic member 401 are respectively provided with connection holes, and the elastic member 401 is respectively connected to the support plate 3 and the lower shell 102 by bolts or nuts.

[0047] In practical application, the number of elastic members 401 and the array density are determined according to the design requirements of the storage device and the size of the supporting plate 3. Figure 5 As shown, the shock absorbing mechanism 4 includes four elastic members 401 , and the four elastic members 401 are arranged at intervals in the transverse and longitudinal directions (ie, at four corners of the supporting plate 3 ).

[0048] As an implementation method, Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the storage device includes a pressure detection element 6 , which is disposed on the carrying plate 3 , and is used to abut against the illumination box 5 .

[0049] Specifically, the pressure detection element 6 can be a resistive pressure sensor, a capacitive pressure sensor, a piezoelectric pressure sensor, etc. The pressure detection element 6 is arranged on the surface of the carrying plate 3. When the light box 5 is placed on the carrying plate 3, the bottom of the light box 5 abuts against the pressure detection element 6. The pressure detection element 6 converts the pressure it feels into an electrical signal and transmits it to the control system of the handling robot. The control system then processes the received electrical signal, calculates the pressure value of the light box 5, and displays it on the display screen of the storage device or notifies the operator in other ways, so that the operator can know whether the light box 5 is placed stably according to the pressure value, thereby evaluating the loading state of the light box 5 and the safety and stability during the handling process.

[0050] As an implementation method, Figure 3 As shown, the storage device includes two pressure detection elements 6 , and the two pressure detection elements 6 are arranged on the carrying plate 3 along the diagonal positions of the carrying plate 3 .

[0051] It should be understood that if the pressure detection element 6 is only disposed at a certain edge or corner of the supporting plate 3 , there will be certain monitoring blind areas, and pressure changes in certain areas cannot be detected.

[0052] Based on this, in this embodiment, two pressure detection elements 6 are arranged diagonally on the diagonal line of the carrying plate 3. This layout can ensure that when the light box 5 is placed on the carrying plate 3, both points on the diagonal line can feel the pressure, thereby ensuring that the pressure changes on the entire carrying plate 3 can be monitored. If the pressure values ​​at the two diagonal positions differ greatly, it can be determined that the placement of the light box 5 on the carrying plate 3 is unstable or tilted. Moreover, compared with setting multiple pressure detection elements 6 on the carrying plate 3, the solution of setting two pressure detection elements 6 diagonally is more economical and more practical.

[0053] As an implementation mode, the storage device includes a material detection element 7 , which is disposed on the carrying plate 3 , and is used for emitting laser light to the illumination box 5 to detect whether the illumination box 5 exists on the carrying plate 3 .

[0054] Specifically, the material detection element 7 includes a laser transmitter and a laser receiver. The laser transmitter is used to emit a laser beam, and the laser receiver is used to receive a light signal reflected by the laser beam on the surface of the irradiation box 5 .

[0055] In this embodiment, the material detection element 7 is installed at a proper position of the accommodating cavity 103. When the illumination box 5 is not placed on the carrying plate 3 and the storage device is in an idle state, the laser emitter continuously emits a laser beam and waits to receive a reflected light signal. When the illumination box 5 is placed on the carrying plate 3, the laser beam will be reflected on the surface of the illumination box 5. At this time, the reflected light signal is received by the laser receiver of the material detection element 7, and then analyzed and processed according to the reflected light signal to determine whether there is an illumination box 5 on the carrying plate 3.

[0056] It can be understood that when the material detection element 7 receives the reflected light signal, it indicates that there is an illumination box 5 on the carrying plate 3; if the material detection element 7 does not receive the reflected light signal, it indicates that the carrying plate 3 is empty. Further, if it is determined that there is an illumination box 5, the transport robot is controlled to transport the illumination box 5 to a designated position; if it is determined that there is no illumination box 5, the storage device can be kept in an idle state or an alarm signal can be issued.

[0057] The material detection element 7 in this embodiment realizes accurate detection of the illumination box 5 on the carrying plate 3 by means of laser emission and reception, thereby improving the automation degree and detection accuracy of the storage device.

[0058] As an implementation method, Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the storage device includes a first limit member 8, a second limit member 9 and a third limit member 10. The first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9 are arranged on both sides of the carrying plate 3 along the first direction X of the carrying plate 3. The third limit member 10 is arranged on the carrying plate 3 and forms a triangular shape with the first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9. The first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10 are used to jointly limit the illumination box 5; wherein the material detection element 7 is arranged on any one of the first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10.

[0059] Specifically, the first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9 are arranged on the left and right sides of the carrying plate 3, and the third limit member 10 is arranged on the carrying plate 3 at the position of the extension line of the central axis of the first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9. The triangular structure formed by the first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10 prevents the illumination box 5 from sliding or tilting in any direction on the carrying plate 3, thereby ensuring its stability and safety during transportation.

[0060] When the illumination box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3, the edges of the illumination box 5 are in contact with the first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10 respectively, forming a stable triangular support structure, thereby ensuring that the illumination box 5 maintains the correct position and posture during transportation and preventing damage due to position displacement or tilt.

[0061] In this embodiment, the material detection element 7 is integrated in the first limit member 8 or the second limit member 9 or the third limit member 10. When the irradiation box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3 and contacts the limit member, the material detection element 7 detects the presence of the irradiation box 5 and sends a signal.

[0062] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the storage device includes an identification device 11 , which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 , and is used to identify the coded information of the illumination box 5 .

[0063] Specifically, the identification device 11 can be a barcode scanner, a two-dimensional code scanner, an RFID reader, etc., which is selected according to the type of the encoded information on the illumination box 5.

[0064] When in use, the identification device 11 is installed in the storage cavity 103 of the storage device. When the illumination box 5 is placed in the storage cavity 103, the coded information on it will face the identification device 11. The identification device 11 starts and sends an identification signal (such as a laser beam, a radio frequency wave, etc.), which is irradiated on the coded information of the illumination box 5. The coded information is reflected or transmitted back to the identification device 11. After being decoded by the internal processing circuit, a unique identification code of the illumination box 5 is obtained. The identification code is transmitted to the control system of the storage device for subsequent management and tracking operations. The identification device 11 of this embodiment can realize automatic identification and tracking of the illumination box 5, thereby improving the management efficiency of the storage device.

[0065] As an implementation manner, the identification device 11 includes a card reader, and the card reader is disposed on the upper surface of the supporting plate 3 .

[0066] Specifically, the identification device 11 is preferably an RFID card reader. The working principle of the RFID card reader is mainly based on electromagnetic coupling reaction. When the irradiation box 5 is affixed with an RFID tag and enters the magnetic field generated by the card reader, it will receive the radio frequency signal sent by the card reader, and send out the product information stored in the chip or actively send a signal of a certain frequency by virtue of the energy obtained by the induced current. The card reader reads and decodes this information and sends it to the control system for relevant data processing. In this embodiment, the card reader is installed on the upper surface of the supporting plate 3. When the irradiation box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3, its coded information can face the card reader and be effectively read.

[0067] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the supporting plate 3 is provided with a first positioning column 12 , a second positioning column 13 and a third positioning column 14 for fixing the illumination box 5 , and the first positioning column 12 , the second positioning column 13 and the third positioning column 14 form a triangle shape.

[0068] Specifically, a mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the illumination box 5, and the first positioning column 12, the second positioning column 13 and the third positioning column 14 can be cylindrical or conical. By embedding the positioning columns into the corresponding mounting holes at the bottom of the illumination box 5, the illumination box 5 can be positioned and fixed during initial placement, ensuring that the illumination box 5 is stably placed on the supporting plate to avoid shaking and displacement during transportation.

[0069] The first positioning column 12, the second positioning column 13 and the third positioning column 14 form a triangular layout on the supporting plate 3, which can further improve the placement stability of the light box 5, so that the supporting plate 3 can be evenly distributed when subjected to force. The triangular positioning column structure design provided in this embodiment makes full use of the stability principle of the triangle to achieve stable fixation and positioning of the light box 5 on the supporting plate 3.

[0070] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the position of the first positioning column 12 corresponds to the position of the first limiting member 8 , the position of the second positioning column 13 corresponds to the position of the second limiting member 9 , and the position of the third positioning column 14 corresponds to the position of the third limiting member 10 .

[0071] It is understandable that when the illumination box 5 is placed on the carrier plate 3, the first positioning column 12 will be inserted into the corresponding positioning hole at the bottom of the illumination box 5, and the first stopper 8 will abut against the side wall or top of the illumination box 5, forming a double fixation. Similarly, the corresponding relationship between the second positioning column 13 and the second stopper 9, and the third positioning column 14 and the third stopper 10 is the same as above, and the illumination box 5 is fixed at multiple positions by inserting the positioning column and abutting the stopper, so that the placement of the illumination box 5 on the carrier plate 3 is more stable and reliable. Among them, each positioning column provides a preliminary fixing effect, and each stopper further enhances the stability and safety of the fixation.

[0072] As an implementation method, Figure 4 As shown, the storage device includes a temperature and humidity sensor 15 , which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 and fixed to the inner wall of the lower shell 102 . The temperature and humidity sensor 15 is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity 103 .

[0073] Specifically, the light-transmitting component of the illumination box 5 also has certain requirements for the temperature and humidity of the environment. The light-transmitting component is usually made of transparent or translucent materials, such as organic glass, which have optimal physical and chemical properties within a specific temperature and humidity range. Beyond this range, the material expands, contracts, deforms or ages, thereby affecting the light transmittance of the light-transmitting component. Therefore, in the process of carrying the illumination box 5, it is also necessary to detect the temperature and humidity of the environment in which the illumination box 5 is located.

[0074] Based on this, in this embodiment, a temperature and humidity sensor 15 is fixedly installed in the accommodating cavity 103. The temperature and humidity sensor 15 is arranged on the inner wall of the lower shell 102 and is located close to the light-transmitting component of the light box 5, but avoids direct contact with the light-transmitting component, so as to monitor the temperature and humidity data in the accommodating cavity 103 in real time. When the temperature and humidity are monitored to exceed the preset range, the control system automatically triggers the early warning mechanism, such as issuing an audible and visual alarm, to remind the operator to take timely measures.

[0075] In some embodiments, a temperature adjustment and humidity control device, such as a heating element, a refrigeration device, and a dehumidifier, is provided inside the storage device. The temperature and humidity conditions inside the storage device are automatically adjusted according to the data monitored by the temperature and humidity sensor 15 to ensure that the light-transmitting components of the illumination box 5 are in the best working environment.

[0076] As an implementation method, Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes a driving motor 201, a first transmission wheel 202 and a first connecting rod 203. The first transmission wheel 202 is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell 102. One end of the first connecting rod 203 is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel 202, and the other end of the first connecting rod 203 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover 101. The driving motor 201 is used to drive the first transmission wheel 202 to rotate, so that the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to move away from or closer to the lower shell 102 in the vertical direction.

[0077] Specifically, the drive motor 201 is fixedly mounted on the bottom or side wall of the lower housing 102, and its output shaft is directly or indirectly connected to the first transmission wheel 202 to provide rotational power for the first transmission wheel 202. The drive motor 201 can be a DC motor or a stepper motor, which has the characteristics of small size, low noise, precise control, etc., and can also adjust the speed and direction as needed.

[0078] When the driving motor 201 is started, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to move, thereby opening or closing the upper cover 101 to facilitate placing or clamping the illumination box 5 in the accommodating cavity 103 .

[0079] For example, when the driving motor 201 rotates forward, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the transmission effect of the first connecting rod 203 causes the upper cover 101 to move in a vertical direction away from the lower shell 102, thereby opening the upper cover 101. When the driving motor 201 rotates reversely, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the transmission effect of the first connecting rod 203 causes the upper cover 101 to move in a vertical direction toward the lower shell 102, thereby closing the upper cover 101.

[0080] The control system or control mainboard of the storage device may be integrated near the drive motor 201 or inside the lower shell 102 to receive user instructions and control the start, stop, and turn of the drive motor 201 .

[0081] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes a second transmission wheel 204 and a transmission belt 205 . The second transmission wheel 204 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor 201 . The first transmission wheel 202 is transmission-connected to the second transmission wheel 204 via the transmission belt 205 .

[0082] Specifically, the second transmission wheel 204 and the first transmission wheel 202 are rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell 102, respectively, and the rotation axes of the second transmission wheel 204 and the first transmission wheel 202 are parallel to each other. One end of the transmission belt 205 is wound around the gear teeth of the second transmission wheel 204, and the other end is wound around the gear teeth of the first transmission wheel 202, forming a closed-loop transmission structure. When the drive motor 201 is started, its output shaft drives the second transmission wheel 204 to rotate, and the rotation of the second transmission wheel 204 drives the first transmission wheel 202 to rotate at the same speed and direction through the transmission action of the transmission belt 205. Among them, the tension of the transmission belt 205 can be adjusted by adjusting the distance between the two transmission wheels or installing a tensioning wheel, etc., to ensure that the transmission belt 205 is always kept in a tensioned state.

[0083] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the first connecting rod 203 moves between the first position and the second position under the drive of the driving mechanism 2; the driving mechanism 2 includes a first sensor 206 and a second sensor 207 spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell 102, the first sensor 206 is used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position, and the second sensor 207 is used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position.

[0084] Specifically, the first sensor 206 is used to detect the arrival signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position (closed position), and the second sensor 207 is used to detect the arrival signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position (opened position). When the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position, the first connecting rod 203 touches the first sensor 206, then it is judged that the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to complete the closing action, and the control system stops the operation of the drive motor 201 to make the upper cover 101 stay in the closed position; when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position, the first connecting rod 203 touches the second sensor 207, then it is judged that the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to complete the opening action, and the control system stops the operation of the drive motor 201 to make the upper cover 101 stay in the open position.

[0085] In this embodiment, the types of the first sensor 206 and the second sensor 207 can be selected according to actual conditions, such as a photoelectric sensor, a proximity sensor, a magnetic induction sensor, etc., as long as they can accurately detect the position of the first connecting rod 203.

[0086] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes at least one second connecting rod 208, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod 203, one end of the second connecting rod 208 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell 102, and the other end of the second connecting rod 208 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover 101.

[0087] Specifically, when the driving motor 201 is started, the first connecting rod 203 rotates and drives one end of the upper cover 101 to rise or fall through the transmission effect of the transmission wheel group and the transmission belt. At the same time, since one end of the second connecting rod 208 is fixedly connected to the lower shell 102 and the other end is connected to the upper cover 101, the second connecting rod 208 will also rotate accordingly as the upper cover 101 moves, thereby providing additional support at another position of the upper cover 101. In this embodiment, through the coordinated effect of the first connecting rod 203 and the second connecting rod 208, the upper cover 101 can move between the open and closed positions smoothly and reliably, avoiding the shaking or jamming caused by uneven force on a single connecting rod.

[0088] In this embodiment, a plurality of second connecting rods 208 may be provided on the left and right side walls of the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102 to improve the rotational connection strength between the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102 .

[0089] As an implementation mode, the storage device includes a control mainboard (not shown in the drawings), which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 and electrically connected to the driving mechanism 2 .

[0090] Specifically, the control mainboard integrates a variety of electronic components and circuits, including processors, memory, input and output interfaces, etc., to meet the intelligent control requirements of the storage device. The control mainboard is connected to the drive motor, sensor and other components in the drive mechanism 2 through wires to achieve the transmission of electrical signals and the issuance of control instructions.

[0091] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the lower shell 102 is provided with a connection port 16 , and the connection port 16 is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

[0092] Specifically, the connection port 16 is disposed on the lower shell 102 and is used to be electrically connected to the robot body of the handling robot to facilitate data transmission and power supply access.

[0093] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a transport robot, which includes a robot body and a storage device, wherein the storage device is fixed on the robot body.

[0094] Specifically, the robot body is the core component of the handling robot, responsible for providing power, supporting the storage device, and realizing functions such as movement and steering. The robot body integrates components such as motors, sensors, and controllers to realize functions such as autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and positioning. The storage device is fixed to the upper part or side of the robot body to facilitate the robot body to carry and transport items during movement. When it is necessary to transport items, the storage device on the robot body is controlled by the drive mechanism to open and close the upper cover so that items can be placed in or taken out of the storage cavity.

[0095] As an embodiment, the handling robot includes a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box 5 from the first target position to the storage device, and is used to clamp the illumination box 5 from the storage device to the second target position.

[0096] Specifically, as the core component of the handling robot, the mechanical arm adopts a multi-joint series design, including but not limited to a rotation joint, a pitch joint and a telescopic joint, to ensure that the mechanical arm can perform complex movements in three-dimensional space. A precise pneumatic or electric gripper is installed at the end of the mechanical arm, and the gripper is designed with an adaptive clamping mechanism, which can adjust the clamping force and position according to the size and shape of the illumination box 5, ensuring the safety and stability of the illumination box 5 during the clamping process.

[0097] When in use, the handling robot first locates to the first target position through its built-in navigation system, such as the exit of the production line or the storage area. Then, under the command of the control system, the mechanical arm adjusts the position and posture of its end clamp to clamp the illumination box 5, and then the mechanical arm drives the illumination box 5 to be placed in the storage device, and then releases the clamp. During the movement of the handling robot, the dust-proof and shock-absorbing measures of the storage device are used to prevent the light-transmitting parts of the illumination box from being easily covered by dust and damaged by vibration. When the handling robot moves to the second target position, the illumination box 5 is taken out by the mechanical arm clamp to complete the entire handling process.

[0098] As an implementation mode, the transport robot includes a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

[0099] Specifically, the mobile chassis can be a wheeled chassis or a tracked chassis. For example, a four-steering wheel chassis can be used to realize the lateral, oblique and in-situ rotational movement of the handling robot through the turning angle and speed of the four steering wheels, so as to meet the flexibility requirements in a narrow working space and the applicability requirements under complex road conditions in the workshop. A four-wheel drive differential chassis can also be used, which is composed of four differential wheels as driving wheels. The torque distribution system that drives each wheel transfers power to the four wheels of the vehicle, and can realize in-situ turning movement. The car can automatically adjust the torque distribution of each wheel according to the road conditions and the power requirements of the vehicle to provide the best traction and handling performance. This embodiment does not limit the specific type of the mobile chassis.

[0100] It should be understood that the term "and / or" used in the present specification and the appended claims refers to any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, including these combinations. It should be noted that, in this article, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or system including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also includes other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or system. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "including a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or system including the element.

[0101] The serial numbers of the embodiments of the present invention are only for description and do not represent the advantages and disadvantages of the embodiments. The above description is only a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any technician familiar with the technical field can easily think of various equivalent modifications or replacements within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention, and these modifications or replacements should be included in the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention shall be based on the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A storage device for a handling robot, characterized in that: include: The housing comprises an upper cover and a lower housing, wherein the lower housing is provided with a receiving cavity, wherein a carrying plate and a shock absorbing mechanism are provided in the receiving cavity, wherein the carrying plate is arranged in a horizontal direction and is used to carry the illumination box, and wherein the shock absorbing mechanism is connected between the carrying plate and the lower housing to reduce the shock of the carrying plate; wherein the lower housing is provided with an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, wherein the upper cover is rotatably connected to the lower housing, and wherein the upper cover is provided on the opening to cover the receiving cavity; A driving mechanism is connected to the shell, and is used to drive the upper cover to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell.

2. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shock absorbing mechanism comprises a plurality of elastic members, which are arranged in an array along the first direction and the second direction of the bearing plate, the upper ends of the elastic members are connected to the bearing plate, and the lower ends of the elastic members are connected to the lower shell.

3. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a pressure detection element, which is arranged on the carrying plate and is used to abut against the illumination box.

4. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: The storage device comprises two pressure detection elements, and the two pressure detection elements are arranged on the carrying plate along the diagonal positions of the carrying plate.

5. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a material detection element, which is disposed on the carrying plate and is used for emitting laser light to the irradiation box to detect whether the irradiation box exists on the carrying plate.

6. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 5, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a first limiting member, a second limiting member and a third limiting member, wherein the first limiting member and the second limiting member are arranged on both sides of the carrying plate along a first direction of the carrying plate, the third limiting member is arranged on the carrying plate and forms a triangle shape with the first limiting member and the second limiting member, and the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member are used to jointly limit the illumination box; Wherein, the material detection element is arranged on any one of the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member.

7. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 6, characterized in that: The storage device comprises an identification device, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and is used to identify the coding information of the illumination box.

8. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 7, characterized in that: The identification device comprises a card reader, and the card reader is arranged on the upper surface of the carrying plate.

9. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The carrying plate is provided with a first positioning post, a second positioning post and a third positioning post for fixing the illumination box, and the first positioning post, the second positioning post and the third positioning post form a triangle shape.

10. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a temperature and humidity sensor, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and fixed on the inner wall of the lower shell, and is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity.

11. The storage device for a handling robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a first transmission wheel and a first connecting rod. The first transmission wheel is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell. One end of the first connecting rod is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel, and the other end of the first connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover. The driving motor is used to drive the first transmission wheel to rotate, so that the first connecting rod drives the upper cover to move away from or closer to the lower shell in the vertical direction.

12. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The driving mechanism comprises a second transmission wheel and a transmission belt. The second transmission wheel is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor. The first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel are transmission-connected via the transmission belt.

13. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The first connecting rod moves between a first position and a second position under the driving of the driving mechanism; The driving mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell, the first sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the first position, and the second sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the second position.

14. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes at least one second connecting rod, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod, one end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell, and the other end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover.

15. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device comprises a control mainboard, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and electrically connected to the driving mechanism.

16. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 15, characterized in that: The lower shell is provided with a connection port, and the connection port is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

17. A transport robot, characterized in that: It comprises a robot body and a storage device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein the storage device is fixed on the robot body.

18. The handling robot according to claim 17, characterized in that: The transport robot comprises a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box from a first target position to the storage device, and to clamp the illumination box from the storage device to a second target position.

19. The handling robot according to claim 17, characterized in that: The transport robot comprises a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

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