An automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system

Abstract

The application relates to the warehouse sorting technical field, in particular to an automatic sorting equipment and method based on a WCS warehouse control system, which comprises a conveying mechanism; a recognition equipment for recognizing the information of articles is arranged on one side of the conveying mechanism; a drying mechanism is fixedly connected with the conveying mechanism on one side of the recognition equipment; a reciprocating mechanism is further fixedly connected with the surface of the conveying mechanism; a sorting mechanism is fixedly connected with the outer side of the reciprocating mechanism; a sorting box is arranged at the other end of the conveying mechanism; a mechanical arm for sorting the articles is arranged in the sorting box; the recognition equipment is used for recognition; the moving frame is driven to extend by starting the hydraulic rod; the shovel plate and the rotating mechanism are located on one side of the flat article; the flat article is moved to the surface of the shovel plate by starting the rotating mechanism, so that the flat article is fixed; the rotating disc is driven to rotate by the second motor; at this time, the flat article is in a vertical state, so that the mechanical arm is convenient for subsequent clamping and sorting.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of warehouse sorting technology, specifically to an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system. Background Technology

[0002] WMS and WCS are two indispensable systems in warehouse automation. They have a close yet unique relationship. WMS is the core of warehouse management, responsible for all aspects of receiving goods, inventory management, destocking, shipping, and inventory management—it's the brain of warehouse operations. WCS, on the other hand, focuses on automation, control and management of warehouse equipment, including status control, task scheduling, and process management of conveyors, sorting machines, and other equipment. WMS issues high-level instructions to WCS, such as picking tasks, storage, location, and allocation, while WCS feeds back execution status and equipment data to WMS. Functionally, WMS is at a higher level, focusing on inventory management, order processing, and rule setting, while WCS emphasizes specific equipment control and task scheduling. WMS deals with abstract inventory units, while WCS is responsible for specific physical equipment operations. WMS doesn't need to handle all operations in real time, but WCS must handle equipment operations in real time to ensure rapid response and precise control. WMS provides an interface for warehouse managers and decision-makers, while WCS provides an interface for operators. WMS and WCS are two important pillars of warehouse automation; they work together to drive the automation and intelligence of warehouse operations.

[0003] When controlling and managing warehouse equipment, such as controlling the status of conveyors and sorting machines, the WCS control system needs to transfer goods within the warehouse during the sorting process. This is generally achieved using gripping robots. However, some objects are flat and tightly adhere to the surface of the conveyor belt. In this case, using gripping robots for gripping and sorting is not ideal, as they cannot stably grip flat objects, thus limiting their use. Therefore, to address the above problems, an automatic sorting device and method based on the WCS warehouse control system is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automated sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] As an optional solution to the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system includes a conveying mechanism and an identification device.

[0007] A recognition device for identifying information about objects is installed on one side of the conveying mechanism, and a drying mechanism that is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism is provided on one side of the recognition device.

[0008] A reciprocating mechanism is fixedly connected to the surface of the conveying mechanism, and a sorting mechanism is fixedly connected to the outside of the reciprocating mechanism.

[0009] A WCS control system is also provided on one side of the conveying mechanism;

[0010] The other end of the conveying mechanism is equipped with a sorting box, and the sorting box is equipped with a robotic arm for sorting items.

[0011] The sorting mechanism includes a connecting frame, a hydraulic rod, and a moving frame. The outer side of the connecting frame is fixedly connected to the reciprocating mechanism. The hydraulic rod is installed inside the connecting frame, and the free end of the hydraulic rod is fixedly connected to the moving frame. A second motor is fixedly connected inside the moving frame. A rotating disk is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the second motor. One side of the moving frame is rotatably connected to the rotating disk. A rotating mechanism is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating disk.

[0012] A shovel plate is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating disk.

[0013] As an optional embodiment of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, one side of the shovel plate is set with a pointed tip.

[0014] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, wherein: the outer side of the rotating disk is rotatably connected to a limiting frame, and the outer side of the limiting frame is slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame.

[0015] During the sorting process, goods need to be transferred within the warehouse, which is generally achieved using gripping robots. However, some objects are flat and closely adhere to the surface of the conveyor belt. In this case, using gripping robots for sorting is not ideal, as they cannot stably grip flat objects, thus limiting their use. In practice, identification equipment identifies the object, and then a hydraulic rod is activated to extend a moving frame, bringing the shovel and rotating mechanism to one side of the flat object. Activating the rotating mechanism moves the flat object onto the shovel surface, thus securing it. A second motor drives the rotating disk to rotate, at which point the flat object is in an upright position, facilitating subsequent gripping and sorting by the robotic arm.

[0016] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the rotating mechanism includes a rotating frame, a third motor and a rotating rod. The outer side of the rotating frame is fixedly connected to the rotating disk. The third motor is fixedly connected inside the rotating frame. The rotating rod is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the third motor. A rotating roller is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating rod, and a rotating sleeve is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating roller.

[0017] The third motor drives the rotating rod to rotate, which in turn drives the rotating roller to rotate, facilitating the rotation of the rotating sleeve on the outside of the rotating roller. This allows the rotating sleeve to come into contact with the flat object and move it to the surface of the shovel plate for subsequent sorting.

[0018] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the reciprocating mechanism includes a fixed frame, a first motor and a threaded shaft. The bottom of the fixed frame is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism. The first motor is fixedly connected inside the fixed frame, and the threaded shaft is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the first motor. The other end of the threaded shaft is rotatably connected to the fixed frame. A threaded sleeve is helically connected to the outside of the threaded shaft, and a sliding block is fixedly connected to the other end of the threaded sleeve. The outside of the sliding block is fixedly connected to the sorting mechanism.

[0019] When fixing flat objects, the first motor is started to drive the threaded shaft to rotate. At this time, the threaded shaft drives the threaded sleeve to move, the threaded sleeve drives the sliding block to move, and then drives the sorting mechanism to move. This makes it easier for the sorting mechanism to enter the sorting box, so that the robotic arm can perform the sorting purpose.

[0020] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the drying mechanism includes a mounting frame, a fan and a baffle plate. The bottom of the mounting frame is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism, the top of the mounting frame is fixedly connected to the fan, the front side of the mounting frame is equipped with a baffle plate, and the front side of the mounting frame is also equipped with a forward-extending extension frame.

[0021] The mounting frame contains connecting plates arranged vertically, a heating rod, and multiple exhaust nozzles at its bottom.

[0022] When sorting items, the fan is activated to move the air downwards. The air is heated as it passes through the heating rod and then discharged through the exhaust nozzle, thereby drying the surface of the conveyor mechanism and preventing items from sticking to it, thus facilitating the separation of the conveyor mechanism from the items.

[0023] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the WCS warehouse control system interacts with the upper-level WMS system, receives instructions from the upper-level WMS system, and sends them to the electrically controlled PLC system, thereby driving the conveyor line and sorting equipment to produce corresponding mechanical actions, and provides an operation interface for manual debugging of the electrically controlled PLC system, conveyor line and sorting machine.

[0024] As an optional solution of the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the WCS warehouse control system achieves unlimited expansion capability for complex systems by extending configuration classes, and users can view the system's operation status through the front-end webpage or client of the WCS warehouse control system.

[0025] As an optional solution to the automatic sorting equipment and method based on the WCS warehouse control system described in this invention, the usage method is as follows:

[0026] Step 1: After receiving the instruction from the WMS control system, the WCS control system sends it to the PLC to drive the production line to produce subsequent actions and reflects the status data of the PLC on the display screen in real time. The object is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor belt of the conveying mechanism by the equipment, and the conveying mechanism is started to transport the object.

[0027] Step 2: Flat objects are identified when they pass through the identification device, and then the sorting mechanism picks up the flat objects and flips them. The flat objects are moved by the reciprocating mechanism, and the moving speed of the reciprocating mechanism is synchronized with the running speed of the conveyor mechanism.

[0028] Step 3: Then, the items are sorted inside the sorting box by a robotic arm. A drying mechanism is set at one end of the conveyor to dry the surface of the conveyor, ensuring that the items are separated from the conveyor.

[0029] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0030] In use, this invention identifies objects using an identification device, then activates a hydraulic rod to extend a moving frame, positioning the shovel and rotating mechanism on one side of the flat object. Activating the rotating mechanism moves the flat object to the surface of the shovel, thus fixing the flat object in place. A second motor drives the rotating disk to rotate, making the flat object vertical, which facilitates subsequent gripping and sorting by the robotic arm.

[0031] When fixing flat objects, the first motor is started to drive the threaded shaft to rotate. At this time, the threaded shaft drives the threaded sleeve to move, the threaded sleeve drives the sliding block to move, and then drives the sorting mechanism to move. This makes it easier for the sorting mechanism to enter the sorting box, so that the robotic arm can perform the sorting purpose.

[0032] The third motor drives the rotating rod to rotate, which in turn drives the rotating roller to rotate, facilitating the rotation of the rotating sleeve on the outside of the rotating roller. This allows the rotating sleeve to come into contact with the flat object and move it to the surface of the shovel plate for easy subsequent sorting.

[0033] When sorting items, the fan is activated to move the air downwards. The air is heated as it passes through the heating rod, and the hot air is discharged through the exhaust nozzle, thereby drying the surface of the conveyor mechanism and preventing items from sticking to the surface of the conveyor mechanism, making it easier to separate the conveyor mechanism from the items. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automated sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the drying mechanism structure of an automatic sorting equipment and method based on a WCS warehouse control system.

[0036] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the drying mechanism of an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the reciprocating mechanism of an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system.

[0038] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating mechanism of an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system.

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the shovel plate in an automatic sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system.

[0041] In the diagram: 1. Conveying mechanism; 2. Identification equipment; 3. Drying mechanism; 301. Mounting frame; 302. Fan; 303. Baffle plate; 304. Extension frame; 305. Connecting plate; 306. Heating rod; 307. Exhaust nozzle; 4. Reciprocating mechanism; 401. Fixed frame; 402. First motor; 403. Threaded shaft; 404. Threaded sleeve; 405. Sliding block; 5. Sorting mechanism; 501. Connecting frame; 502. Hydraulic rod; 503. Moving frame; 504. Second motor; 505. Rotating disk; 506. Shovel plate; 507. Rotating mechanism; 5071. Rotating frame; 5072. Third motor; 5073. Rotating rod; 5074. Rotating roller; 5075. Rotating sleeve; 508. Limiting frame; 6. Sorting box; 7. Robotic arm; 8. WCS control system. Detailed Implementation

[0042] Example 1: Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 The present invention provides a technical solution:

[0043] An automated sorting device and method based on a WCS warehouse control system includes a conveying mechanism 1 and an identification device 2.

[0044] The aforementioned conveying mechanism 1 is equipped with an identification device 2 for identifying information about objects on one side, and a drying mechanism 3 is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism 1 on one side of the identification device 2.

[0045] The surface of the aforementioned conveying mechanism 1 is also fixedly connected to a reciprocating mechanism 4, and a sorting mechanism 5 is fixedly connected to the outside of the reciprocating mechanism 4;

[0046] A WCS control system 8 is also installed on one side of the aforementioned conveying mechanism 1;

[0047] The other end of the aforementioned conveying mechanism 1 is provided with a sorting box 6, and the sorting box 6 is equipped with a robotic arm 7 for sorting items.

[0048] The sorting mechanism 5 includes a connecting frame 501, a hydraulic rod 502, and a moving frame 503. The outer side of the connecting frame 501 is fixedly connected to the reciprocating mechanism 4. The hydraulic rod 502 is installed inside the connecting frame 501, and the free end of the hydraulic rod 502 is fixedly connected to the moving frame 503. The second motor 504 is fixedly connected inside the moving frame 503. The end of the main shaft of the second motor 504 is fixedly connected to a rotating disk 505. One side of the moving frame 503 is rotatably connected to the rotating disk 505. One side of the rotating disk 505 is fixedly connected to a rotating mechanism 507.

[0049] A shovel plate 506 is fixedly connected to one side of the aforementioned rotating disk 505.

[0050] One side of the aforementioned shovel plate 506 is set with a pointed tip.

[0051] The outer side of the aforementioned rotating disk 505 is rotatably connected to a limiting frame 508, and the outer side of the limiting frame 508 is slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame 501.

[0052] The usage method is as follows:

[0053] Step 1: After receiving the instruction from the WMS control system, the WCS control system 8 sends it to the PLC to drive the production line to produce subsequent actions and reflects the status data of the PLC on the display screen in real time. The object is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor belt of the conveyor mechanism 1 by the equipment, and the conveyor mechanism 1 is started to transport the object.

[0054] Step 2: When the flat object passes through the identification device 2, it is identified. Then, the sorting mechanism 5 picks up the flat object and flips it over. The flat object is moved by the reciprocating mechanism 4, and the moving speed of the reciprocating mechanism 4 is synchronized with the running speed of the conveying mechanism 1.

[0055] Step 3: Then, the items are sorted inside the sorting box 6 by the robotic arm 7. The drying mechanism 3 at one end of the conveying mechanism 1 is used to dry the surface of the conveying mechanism 1 to ensure that the items are separated from the conveying mechanism 1.

[0056] During the sorting process, goods need to be transferred within the warehouse, which is generally achieved using gripping robots. However, some objects are flat and closely adhere to the surface of the conveyor belt. In this case, using gripping robots for sorting is not ideal, as they cannot stably grip flat objects, thus limiting their use. During operation, the WCS control system interacts with the WMS system, receiving instructions from the WMS and sending them to the PLC to drive the corresponding information actions generated by the production line. It reflects the PLC's status data in real time on the interface. The object is identified by the identification device 2, and then the hydraulic rod 502 is activated to extend the moving frame 503, which in turn moves the shovel 506 and the rotating mechanism 507 to one side of the flat object. The rotating mechanism 507 is then activated to move the flat object to the shovel 506 for protection, thus fixing the flat object. The second motor 504 drives the rotating disk 505 to rotate, at which point the flat object is in a vertical position, facilitating the subsequent gripping and sorting by the robot arm 7.

[0057] In this embodiment, during use, the hydraulic rod 502 can drive the moving frame 503 to move towards one side of the conveying mechanism 1, so that the shovel plate 506 and the rotating mechanism 507 can extend out, and the shovel plate 506 can contact the surface of the conveyor belt of the conveying mechanism 1. At this time, the rotating mechanism 507 rotates, and the conveyed object is driven to the surface of the shovel plate 506. One side of the shovel plate 506 is set with a pointed tip, so that the object is located on the surface and is squeezed and fixed by the rotating mechanism 507.

[0058] The limiting frame 508 is designed to ensure stable rotation with the rotating disk 505. At the same time, the limiting frame 508 slides inside the connecting frame 501 to ensure continuous use. The limiting frame 508 is equipped with a limiting block inside to ensure stable rotation with the rotating disk 505. Furthermore, the second motor 504 can be used to flip the object for easy subsequent clamping.

[0059] The WCS warehouse control system 8 interacts with the upper-level WMS system, receives instructions from the upper-level WMS system, and sends them to the electrical control PLC system to drive the conveyor line and sorting equipment to produce corresponding mechanical actions. It also provides an operation interface for manual debugging of the electrical control PLC system, conveyor line, and sorting machine.

[0060] WCS Warehouse Control System 8 enables unlimited expansion capabilities for complex systems through extended configuration classes. Users can view the system's operation status through the WCS Warehouse Control System 8 front-end webpage or client, allowing them to understand the situation in a timely manner and make timely adjustments.

[0061] Example 2: This example is an improvement upon Example 1. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 6 Specifically, the aforementioned rotating mechanism 507 includes a rotating frame 5071, a third motor 5072, and a rotating rod 5073. The outer side of the rotating frame 5071 is fixedly connected to the rotating disk 505. The third motor 5072 is fixedly connected inside the rotating frame 5071. The rotating rod 5073 is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the third motor 5072. A rotating roller 5074 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating rod 5073, and a rotating sleeve 5075 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating roller 5074.

[0062] The third motor 5072 drives the rotating rod 5073 to rotate, and the rotating rod 5073 drives the rotating roller 5074 to rotate, which facilitates the rotation of the rotating sleeve 5075 on the outside of the rotating roller 5074, so as to contact the flat object and move it to the surface of the shovel plate 506 for subsequent sorting.

[0063] In this embodiment, the surface of the rotating sleeve 5075 is provided with pleats to increase friction, making it easier to push flat objects and position them on the surface of the shovel plate 506.

[0064] Example 3: This example is an improvement on Example 1. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4 Specifically, the reciprocating mechanism 4 includes a fixed frame 401, a first motor 402, and a threaded shaft 403. The bottom of the fixed frame 401 is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism 1. The first motor 402 is fixedly connected inside the fixed frame 401, and the threaded shaft 403 is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the first motor 402. The other end of the threaded shaft 403 is rotatably connected to the fixed frame 401. A threaded sleeve 404 is screwed to the outside of the threaded shaft 403, and a sliding block 405 is fixedly connected to the other end of the threaded sleeve 404. The outside of the sliding block 405 is fixedly connected to the sorting mechanism 5.

[0065] When fixing flat objects, the first motor 402 is started to drive the threaded shaft 403 to rotate. At this time, the threaded shaft 403 drives the threaded sleeve 404 to move, the threaded sleeve 404 drives the sliding block 405 to move, and then drives the sorting mechanism 5 to move. At this time, the sorting mechanism 5 can enter the sorting box 6 to facilitate the robotic arm 7 to perform sorting.

[0066] Example 4: This example is an improvement on Example 3. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the aforementioned drying mechanism 3 includes a mounting frame 301, a fan 302, and a baffle plate 303. The bottom of the mounting frame 301 is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism 1, the top of the mounting frame 301 is fixedly connected to the fan 302, the front side of the mounting frame 301 is equipped with a baffle plate 303, and the front side of the mounting frame 301 is also equipped with a forward-extending extension frame 304.

[0067] The mounting frame 301 has connecting plates 305 arranged vertically inside, a heating rod 306 is also installed inside, and multiple exhaust nozzles 307 are installed at the bottom of the mounting frame 301.

[0068] When sorting objects, the fan 302 is activated to drive the air downward. The air is heated when it passes the heating rod 306. The hot air is discharged through the exhaust nozzle 307, thereby drying the surface of the conveying mechanism 1, preventing objects from sticking to the surface of the conveying mechanism 1, and facilitating the separation of the conveying mechanism 1 from the objects.

[0069] In this embodiment, the baffle plate 303 is installed in conjunction with the connecting plate 305 to achieve the purpose of installing the baffle plate 303. When repairing internal components, the baffle plate 303 can be removed. The exhaust nozzle 307 ensures that hot air blows downward stably for the purpose of drying the conveyor belt of the conveying mechanism 1.

[0070] This article uses specific examples to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The above examples are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of the present invention. The above descriptions are only preferred embodiments of the present invention. It should be noted that due to the limitations of textual expression, while there are objectively infinite specific structures, those skilled in the art can make several improvements, modifications, or changes without departing from the principles of the present invention, and can also combine the above technical features in an appropriate manner. These improvements, modifications, changes, or combinations, or the direct application of the inventive concept and technical solution to other situations without modification, should all be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automated sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system, characterized in that: It includes a conveying mechanism (1), an identification device (2), and a WCS control system (8); The conveying mechanism (1) is equipped with an identification device (2) for identifying information about objects on one side, and a drying mechanism (3) is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism (1) on one side of the identification device (2). The surface of the conveying mechanism (1) is also fixedly connected to a reciprocating mechanism (4), and a sorting mechanism (5) is fixedly connected to the outside of the reciprocating mechanism (4); A WCS control system (8) is also provided on one side of the conveying mechanism (1); The other end of the conveying mechanism (1) is provided with a sorting box (6), and the sorting box (6) is equipped with a robotic arm (7) for sorting items. The sorting mechanism (5) includes a connecting frame (501), a hydraulic rod (502), and a moving frame (503). The outer side of the connecting frame (501) is fixedly connected to the reciprocating mechanism (4). The hydraulic rod (502) is installed inside the connecting frame (501), and the free end of the hydraulic rod (502) is fixedly connected to the moving frame (503). The second motor (504) is fixedly connected inside the moving frame (503). The end of the main shaft of the second motor (504) is fixedly connected to a rotating disk (505). One side of the moving frame (503) is rotatably connected to the rotating disk (505), and one side of the rotating disk (505) is fixedly connected to a rotating mechanism (507). A shovel plate (506) is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating disk (505).

2. The automatic sorting equipment based on the WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the shovel plate (506) is set with a pointed tip.

3. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side of the rotating disk (505) is rotatably connected to the limiting frame (508), and the outer side of the limiting frame (508) is slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting frame (501).

4. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism (507) includes a rotating frame (5071), a third motor (5072), and a rotating rod (5073). The outer side of the rotating frame (5071) is fixedly connected to the rotating disk (505). The third motor (5072) is fixedly connected inside the rotating frame (5071). The rotating rod (5073) is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the third motor (5072). A rotating roller (5074) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating rod (5073), and a rotating sleeve (5075) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the rotating roller (5074).

5. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reciprocating mechanism (4) includes a fixed frame (401), a first motor (402), and a threaded shaft (403). The bottom of the fixed frame (401) is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism (1). The first motor (402) is fixedly connected inside the fixed frame (401), and the threaded shaft (403) is fixedly connected to the end of the main shaft of the first motor (402). The other end of the threaded shaft (403) is rotatably connected to the fixed frame (401). A threaded sleeve (404) is spirally connected to the outside of the threaded shaft (403), and a sliding block (405) is fixedly connected to the other end of the threaded sleeve (404). The outside of the sliding block (405) is fixedly connected to the sorting mechanism (5).

6. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drying mechanism (3) includes a mounting frame (301), a fan (302) and a baffle plate (303). The bottom of the mounting frame (301) is fixedly connected to the conveying mechanism (1). The top of the mounting frame (301) is fixedly connected to the fan (302). The baffle plate (303) is installed on the front side of the mounting frame (301). An extension frame (304) extending forward is also installed on the front side of the mounting frame (301). The mounting frame (301) is equipped with connecting plates (305) arranged vertically inside, and a heating rod (306) is also installed inside the mounting frame (301). Multiple exhaust nozzles (307) are installed at the bottom of the mounting frame (301).

7. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The WCS warehouse control system (8) interacts with the upper-level WMS system, receives instructions from the upper-level WMS system, and sends them to the electrically controlled PLC system, thereby driving the conveyor line and sorting equipment to produce corresponding mechanical actions, and provides an operation interface for manual debugging of the electrically controlled PLC system, conveyor line and sorting machine.

8. An automatic sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The WCS warehouse control system (8) can achieve unlimited expansion capability for complex systems by extending configuration classes. Users can view the system's operation status through the front-end webpage or client of the WCS warehouse control system (8).

9. A method for an automated sorting device based on a WCS warehouse control system according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: The usage method is as follows: Step 1: After receiving the instruction from the WMS control system, the WCS control system (8) sends it to the PLC to drive the production line to produce subsequent actions and reflects the status data of the PLC on the display screen in real time. The object is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor belt of the conveying mechanism (1) by the equipment, and the conveying mechanism (1) starts and transports the object. Step 2: When the flat object passes through the identification device (2), it is identified and then picked up by the sorting mechanism (5) and flipped. The flat object is moved by the reciprocating mechanism (4), and the moving speed of the reciprocating mechanism (4) is synchronized with the running speed of the conveying mechanism (1). Step 3: Then enter the sorting box (6) and sort the items by the robotic arm (7). The drying mechanism (3) set at one end of the conveying mechanism (1) is used to dry the surface of the conveying mechanism (1) to ensure that the items are separated from the conveying mechanism (1).

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