An electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device and an assembly method
By designing automated electric vehicle dashboard assembly equipment, using visual inspection and motor drive to automate handlebar angle adjustment and dashboard installation, the problems of low assembly efficiency and unstable accuracy in the existing technology are solved, assembly efficiency and accuracy are improved, and product quality and equipment versatility are enhanced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411825899.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-29
- Estimated Expiration
- 2044-12-12
AI Technical Summary
The existing electric vehicle dashboard assembly method mainly relies on manual auxiliary fixtures, which are inefficient and difficult to meet the needs of large-scale production. Moreover, due to differences in the skill level and working status of the operators, the assembly accuracy is unstable.
An electric vehicle dashboard assembly equipment is designed, including a connecting bracket, a positioning module, a clamping module and an assembly module. The visual detection unit, motor drive and drive components are used to realize the automatic operation of handlebar angle adjustment, clamping and dashboard installation, and coordinate the precise movement of each module through the control system.
It realizes automation and high precision of the assembly of the electric vehicle dashboard, improves assembly efficiency, ensures assembly accuracy and consistency, reduces the time requirement for manual operation, reduces the accuracy problems caused by differences in operating skills, and improves the stability of product quality and the universality of equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of electric vehicle production, and in particular relates to an electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device and an assembly method. Background Art
[0002] With growing global awareness of environmentally friendly travel and accelerating urbanization, market demand for electric bicycles, a convenient and environmentally friendly means of transportation, continues to grow. Instrument panel assembly is a critical step in the production of electric bicycles, and its quality directly impacts the performance and user experience of the entire vehicle.
[0003] Current electric vehicle instrument panel assembly relies primarily on manual, assisted fixtures. This method is not only inefficient and difficult to meet the demands of large-scale production, but also prone to unstable assembly precision due to differences in operator skill levels and work conditions. For example, during the connection process between the handlebar and the instrument panel, it's difficult to ensure highly consistent accuracy in both the handlebar angle and the instrument panel's positioning. This often leads to instrument panel installation position deviations and angle misalignments, which not only impact the product's aesthetics but can also lead to safety hazards such as abnormal instrument panel displays and loose connections during subsequent use. Summary of the invention
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem that the current electric vehicle instrument panel assembly method mainly relies on manual auxiliary clamp operation. This method is not only inefficient and difficult to meet the needs of large-scale production, but also easily leads to unstable assembly accuracy due to differences in the operator's skill level and working status.
[0005] The present invention achieves the above-mentioned purpose through the following technical solution: an electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device includes a connecting bracket, one end of the connecting bracket is provided with a positioning module for adjusting the handlebar angle, the other end is provided with a clamping module for fixing the handlebar, and the lower end of the connecting bracket is provided with an assembly module for installing the instrument panel.
[0006] Furthermore, two groups of connection blocks are provided on the top of the connection bracket, and connection holes are opened on the connection blocks.
[0007] Further, the positioning module includes an L-shaped plate installed at one end of the connection bracket. Two groups of first guide rods are fixedly arranged between the connection bracket and the L-shaped plate, and a first lead screw is rotatably arranged. A first motor is arranged on the upper surface of the connection bracket. The output end of the first motor penetrates through the connection bracket and is connected to the first lead screw. A first lifting frame is arranged on the first guide rod and the first lead screw. The first lifting frame is connected to the first lead screw through a ball nut. A second motor is arranged inside the first lifting frame. The output end of the second motor penetrates through the first lifting frame and is connected to a rotating bracket. A vision detection unit is arranged on one side of the second motor in the first lifting frame.
[0008] Further, the clamping module includes a concave bracket, which is connected to the connection bracket through a first driving component. Second lifting frames are arranged at both ends of the concave bracket and are driven by a second driving component. A jaw component is arranged on the second lifting frame and is driven by a third driving component.
[0009] Further, the first driving component includes a second lead screw rotatably connected below the connection bracket. The concave bracket is in transmission connection with the second lead screw through a ball nut. A third motor is arranged at one end of the connection bracket. The output end of the third motor is connected to the second lead screw. Two groups of first sliding tables are arranged on the upper surface of the concave bracket. Two groups of first guide rails are arranged on the lower surface of the connection bracket. The first sliding tables are in sliding connection with the first guide rails in a matching manner; the second driving component includes two groups of third lead screws, which are respectively rotatably connected to both ends of the concave bracket. The second lifting frame is in transmission connection with the third lead screw through a ball nut. First belt pulleys are arranged at the upper ends of the two groups of third lead screws. A fourth motor is arranged on the lower surface of the concave bracket. A second belt pulley is arranged at the output end of the fourth motor. The first belt pulleys and the second belt pulley are in transmission connection through transmission belts. A second sliding table is arranged on one side of the upper end of the second lifting frame. A second guide rail is arranged on the inner side surface of the concave bracket. The second sliding table is in sliding connection with the second guide rails in a matching manner; the jaw component includes a lifting plate. A fifth motor is arranged on the lower surface of the lifting plate. The output end of the fifth motor penetrates through the lifting plate and is connected to a rotating plate. A pneumatic jaw is arranged on one side of the rotating plate; the jaws of the pneumatic jaw are replaceable parts to better adapt to handlebars of different sizes.
[0010] The third driving component includes a fourth lead screw rotatably connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame and a second guide rod fixedly connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame. The lifting plate is arranged on the fourth lead screw and the second guide rod, and the lifting plate is drivingly connected to the fourth lead screw through a ball nut. A sixth motor is arranged on the upper surface of the second lifting frame, and the output end of the sixth motor is connected to the fourth lead screw.
[0011] Further, the assembly module includes two fixed frames installed at the lower end of the connection bracket. A fourth driving component is arranged on the fixed frame. A first translation frame is arranged on the two fourth driving components. A fifth driving component is arranged on the first translation frame. A material taking and assembling component is arranged on the fifth driving component.
[0012] Further, the fourth driving component includes a fifth lead screw rotatably connected between the two ends of the fixed frame and a third guide rod fixedly connected thereto. The first translation frame is drivingly connected to the fifth lead screw through a ball nut and slidably connected to the third guide rod. A seventh motor is arranged on one end face of the fixed frame, and the output end of the seventh motor is connected to the fifth lead screw; the fifth driving component includes a sixth lead screw rotatably connected between the two ends of the first translation frame and a fourth guide rod fixedly connected thereto. An eighth motor is arranged on one end face of the first translation frame, and the output end of the eighth motor is connected to the sixth lead screw.
[0013] Further, the material taking and assembling component includes a second translation frame. The second translation frame is drivingly connected to the sixth lead screw through a ball nut and slidably connected to the fourth guide rod. An installation plate is rotatably connected to the lower end of the second translation frame. A ninth motor is arranged on one side end face of the second translation frame, and the output end of the ninth motor penetrates through the second translation frame and is connected to the installation plate. A cylinder is arranged in the middle of the installation plate, and a suction cup component is arranged at the output end of the cylinder; the suction cup component includes a pressing frame which is matched with the shape of the instrument panel and is provided with a pressure sensor on its lower surface. A rectangular plate is slidably connected in the inner cavity of the pressing frame. A plurality of suction cups are arranged on the rectangular plate. A plurality of guide columns are arranged on the upper surface of the rectangular plate. A first limit block is arranged at the end of the guide column penetrating through the upper wall plate of the pressing frame, and a second limit block is arranged at the lower end of the guide column. A spring is arranged at the position of the outer circle of the guide column between the second limit block and the upper wall plate of the pressing frame.
[0014] The suction cup component is of a replaceable design and can be replaced according to different instrument models.
[0015] Further, the positioning module is electrically connected to the control system, the control system is electrically connected to the clamping module and the assembly module respectively, and the pressure sensor is electrically connected to the control system.
[0016] An assembly method includes the following operating steps:
[0017] S01: The electric bicycle to be assembled is conveyed below the assembly equipment. The visual detection unit operates to detect the position of the handlebar of the electric bicycle. The position of the assembly equipment is adjusted through the adjusting device above the production line, so that the axis center of the rotating shaft of the second motor and the axis center of the handlebar rotating shaft are at the same vertical axis position. Then the visual detection unit operates to detect the angle, position and height of the handlebar, and transmits the detection information to the control system for calculation. Then the control system controls the second motor to drive the rotating bracket to straighten the handlebar;
[0018] S02: After the handlebar is straightened, according to the position and height information detected by the visual detection unit, the control system drives the third motor to drive the entire clamping module to move towards the handlebar. At the same time, the second driving component and the third driving component operate to make the center of the jaws of the jaw component and the handlebar at the same height. At the same time, the fifth motor operates to drive the rotating plate to rotate to adjust the angle of the pneumatic jaw to adapt to the bending angle of the handlebar. The pneumatic jaw is started to clamp the handlebar, and the positioning module resets;
[0019] S03: The visual detection unit operates again to detect the angle and position information of the instrument card slot on the handlebar. The suction cup in the material taking and assembling component sucks the instrument panel on one side of the feeding device. The control system starts the fourth driving component and the fifth driving component to drive the material taking and assembling component to drive the instrument panel to move directly above the position of the instrument card slot;
[0020] S04: The control system controls the ninth motor to drive the mounting plate, the cylinder and the suction cup component to rotate and adjust the angle so that the angle of the instrument panel coincides with the angle of the instrument card slot;
[0021] S05: Finally, the control system drives the cylinder to press down so that the instrument panel is clamped with the instrument card slot to complete the assembly.
[0022] Beneficial effects: The design of the present invention is reasonable, the structure is simple and stable, and the practicability is strong. It has the following beneficial effects:
[0023] 1. Through the coordinated cooperation among various modules and the precise scheduling of the control system during the entire assembly process, automated operations for multiple steps, such as handlebar angle adjustment, handlebar fixation, dashboard material picking, positioning, and installation, are achieved. Compared with the traditional assembly method that relies on manual auxiliary jigs, the time required for manual operation links is significantly reduced, and the overall assembly efficiency is remarkably improved, which can better meet the requirements of large-scale electric vehicle production;
[0024] 2. The positioning module, clamping module, and assembly module in the assembly equipment are all equipped with corresponding drive components (such as screw drive, pulley drive, etc.) and motor control. Each component can quickly and accurately move to the designated position for corresponding operations. For example, the material picking and assembly component can quickly move in the horizontal and vertical directions and accurately reach the corresponding position of the instrument card slot on the handlebar, effectively shortening the waiting and adjustment time during the assembly process and further improving the overall assembly efficiency;
[0025] 3. The visual detection unit set in the positioning module can detect the relevant information of the handlebar position, angle, height, and instrument card slot in real time and transmit the data to the control system. The control system controls each motor and drive component based on this precise data to achieve the precise alignment of the handlebar, the accurate alignment of the clamping module, and the precise installation of the dashboard, effectively avoiding the accuracy problems such as deviation in the installation position and incorrect angle of the dashboard caused by visual judgment and operation skill differences in manual operation, and ensuring the high precision of the assembly;
[0026] 4. The jaw assembly in the clamping module can achieve fine adjustment in multiple angles and dimensions through multiple motors (such as the fifth motor for angle adjustment and the third drive component for vertical position adjustment), enabling it to adapt to handlebars of different shapes and sizes; the material picking and assembly component of the assembly module also has the functions of angle adjustment and multi-directional movement to ensure the perfect fit between the dashboard and the instrument card slot on the handlebar, further improving the accuracy and consistency of the assembly;
[0027] 5. The clamping module firmly clamps the handlebar through a pneumatic jaw with replaceable jaws to ensure that the handlebar does not displace during the assembly of the dashboard, guaranteeing the stability of the assembly reference. At the same time, the suction cup assembly of the assembly module adopts a design with a spring buffer structure and a pressure sensor. During the downward pressing process of the dashboard installation, it can adapt to the surface of the dashboard, apply pressure evenly, and ensure reliable clamping between the dashboard and the instrument card slot through pressure feedback, reducing the possibility of quality problems such as abnormal display and loose connection of the dashboard during subsequent use and improving the stability of product quality;
[0028] 6. The jaws of the starting jaw are replaceable parts and can be adapted and replaced according to the handlebars of different sizes; the suction cup assembly is also a replaceable design and can be replaced accordingly according to different instrument models. The design of such replaceable parts enables the assembly equipment of the present invention to be applicable to the assembly of electric vehicle instrument panels and handlebars of various different specifications and models, improves the versatility of the equipment, and reduces the cost for enterprises to configure a variety of special equipment for different products;
[0029] 7. The entire assembly process is carried out orderly under the coordination of the control system, and the operation parameters in each link (such as the rotation angle of the motor, the position information of each component, the data of the pressure sensor, etc.) can be digitally recorded and stored, which is convenient for enterprises to conduct refined management of the production process and realize operations such as statistical analysis of production data and optimization and improvement of the production process. Description of the Drawings
[0030] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention;
[0031] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of the connecting bracket of the present invention;
[0032] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the positioning module of the present invention;
[0033] Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of the clamping module of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the first driving component of the present invention;
[0035] Figure 6 is a structural schematic diagram of the second driving component, jaw assembly and third driving component of the present invention;
[0036] Figure 7 is a structural schematic diagram of the assembly module of the present invention;
[0037] Figure 8 is a structural schematic diagram of the fourth driving component of the present invention;
[0038] Figure 9 is a structural schematic diagram of the fifth driving component of the present invention;
[0039] Figure 10 is a structural schematic diagram of the material taking and assembling component of the present invention;
[0040] Figure 11 is a structural schematic diagram of the suction cup assembly of the present invention.
[0041] In the figure: 10 - connecting bracket, 20 - positioning module, 30 - clamping module, 40 - assembly module;
[0042] 101 - Connecting block, 102 - Connecting hole, 201 - L-shaped plate, 202 - First guiding rod, 203 - First lead screw, 204 - First motor, 205 - First lifting frame, 206 - Second motor, 207 - Rotating bracket, 208 - Visual inspection unit, 301 - Concave bracket, 302 - First driving assembly, 303 - Second lifting frame, 304 - Second driving assembly, 305 - Gripper assembly, 306 - Third driving assembly, 401 - Fixed frame, 402 - Fourth driving assembly, 403 - First translation frame, 404 - Fifth driving assembly, 405 - Pick-up and assembly component;
[0043] 3021 - Second lead screw, 3022 - Third motor, 3023 - First sliding table, 3024 - First guide rail, 3041 - Third lead screw, 3042 - First pulley, 3043 - Fourth motor, 3044 - Second pulley, 3045 - Second sliding table, 3046 - Second guide rail, 3051 - Lifting plate, 3052 - Fifth motor, 3053 - Rotating plate, 3054 - Pneumatic gripper, 3061 - Fourth lead screw, 3062 - Second guiding rod, 3063 - Sixth motor, 4021 - Fifth lead screw, 4022 - Third guiding rod, 4023 - Seventh motor, 4041 - Sixth lead screw, 4042 - Fourth guiding rod, 4043 - Eighth motor, 4051 - Second translation frame, 4052 - Mounting plate, 4053 - Ninth motor, 4054 - Cylinder, 4055 - Suction cup assembly;
[0044] 40551 - Pressing frame, 40552 - Rectangular plate, 40553 - Suction cup, 40554 - Guide post, 40555 - First limit block, 40556 - Second limit block, 40557 - Spring. Detailed implementation manners
[0045] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments.
[0046] Combined with Figure 1 As shown in a kind of electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device, it includes a connecting bracket 10. One end of the connecting bracket 10 is provided with a positioning module 20 for adjusting the angle of the vehicle handle, laying a precise foundation for subsequent assembly work. The other end is provided with a clamping module 30 for fixing the vehicle handle, ensuring that the vehicle handle will not have displacement deviation during the assembly process. The lower end position of the connecting bracket 10 is provided with an assembly module 40 for installing the instrument panel. These three modules cooperate with each other to form an organic whole and jointly complete the assembly process of the electric vehicle instrument panel.
[0047] Combined with Figure 2As shown in the figure, the connecting bracket 10 is firmly installed on the adjusting device with multi-directional adjustment function on the electric vehicle production line through two groups of connecting blocks 101 and connecting holes 102 at its top using connecting parts such as bolts. This connection method not only ensures the firm installation of the assembly equipment on the production line, but also, with the help of the multi-directional adjustment ability of the adjusting device, can accurately position and finely adjust the assembly equipment at the initial stage, making it better adapt to the assembly requirements of electric vehicles of different specifications, greatly improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.
[0048] Combined with Figure 3 As shown in the figure, the positioning module 20 includes an L-shaped plate 201 installed at one end of the connecting bracket 10. Two groups of first guide rods 202 are fixedly arranged between the connecting bracket 10 and the L-shaped plate 201, and a first lead screw 203 is rotatably arranged. A first motor 204 is arranged on the upper surface of the connecting bracket 10. The output end of the first motor 204 penetrates through the connecting bracket 10 and is connected to the first lead screw 203 to ensure that the power output can be effectively transmitted to the first lead screw 203. A first lifting frame 205 is arranged on the first guide rod 202 and the first lead screw 203. The first lifting frame 205 is connected to the first lead screw 203 through a ball nut. A second motor 206 is arranged inside the first lifting frame 205. The output end of the second motor 206 penetrates through the first lifting frame 205 and is connected to a rotating bracket 207. The rotation angle of the rotating bracket 207 can be accurately controlled by the second motor 206, so as to realize the accurate adjustment of the handlebar angle. A vision detection unit 208 is arranged on one side of the second motor 206 in the first lifting frame 205. According to the detection range and accuracy requirements, carefully adjust the parameters such as the focal length and angle of the vision detection unit 208 so that it can comprehensively and accurately capture the position, angle and height information of the handlebar.
[0049] After the installation of the positioning module 20 is completed, electrical connection is carried out. The first motor 204, the second motor 206 and the vision detection unit 208 are reliably electrically connected to the control system. The control parameters of the first motor 204 and the second motor 206 are debugged. For example, set parameters such as the rotation speed and torque of the first motor 204 so that it can quickly and accurately drive the first lifting frame 205 to lift to the specified position according to the instructions of the control system, and adjust the rotation angle accuracy of the second motor 206 to ensure that it can accurately rotate the rotating bracket 207 to the required angle to realize the accurate alignment of the handlebar. At the same time, the vision detection unit 208 is calibrated so that its detection data can be accurately transmitted to the control system and effective data processing and analysis are carried out in the control system.
[0050] Combined with Figure 4As shown, the clamping module 30 includes a concave bracket 301. The concave bracket 301 is connected to the connecting bracket 10 through a first driving component 302. Second lifting frames 303 are arranged at both ends of the concave bracket 301 and are driven by a second driving component 304. A jaw component 305 is arranged on the second lifting frame 303 and is driven by a third driving component 306.
[0051] Combined with Figure 5 、 Figure 6 As shown, the first driving component 302 includes a second lead screw 3021 rotatably connected below the connecting bracket 10. The concave bracket 301 and the second lead screw 3021 are connected by a ball nut for transmission. A third motor 3022 is arranged at one end of the connecting bracket 10. The output end of the third motor 3022 is connected to the second lead screw 3021. Two groups of first sliding tables 3023 are arranged on the upper surface of the concave bracket 301. Two groups of first guide rails 3024 are arranged on the lower surface of the connecting bracket 10. The first sliding tables 3023 and the first guide rails 3024 are slidably connected in cooperation to provide stable support and guidance for the horizontal movement of the concave bracket 301; The second driving component 304 includes two groups of third lead screws 3041. The two groups of third lead screws 3041 are respectively rotatably connected at both ends of the concave bracket 301. The second lifting frame 303 and the third lead screw 3041 are connected by a ball nut for transmission. First belt pulleys 3042 are arranged at the upper ends of the two groups of third lead screws 3041. A fourth motor 3043 is arranged on the lower surface of the concave bracket 301. The output end of the fourth motor 3043 is provided with a second belt pulley 3044. The two groups of first belt pulleys 3042 and the second belt pulley 3044 are connected by transmission belts for transmission to ensure that the two groups of second lifting frames 303 can be lifted and lowered synchronously. A second sliding table 3045 is arranged on one side of the upper end of the second lifting frame 303. A second guide rail 3046 is arranged on the inner side surface of the concave bracket 301. The second sliding table 3045 and the second guide rail 3046 are slidably connected in cooperation to further enhance the stability of the lifting of the second lifting frame 303. In actual operation, the fourth motor 3043 drives the second belt pulley 3044 to rotate, and drives the two groups of first belt pulleys 3042 and the third lead screws 3041 to rotate synchronously through the transmission belt, so that the second lifting frames 303 at both ends rise or fall simultaneously, ensuring that the jaw component 305 always remains horizontal during the lifting process, avoiding problems such as unstable clamping or position deviation of the handlebar caused by asynchronous lifting at both ends, and effectively improving the reliability and accuracy of clamping; The jaw component 305 includes a lifting plate 3051. A fifth motor 3052 is arranged on the lower surface of the lifting plate 3051. The output end of the fifth motor 3052 penetrates through the lifting plate 3051 and is connected to a rotating plate 3053. A pneumatic jaw 3054 is arranged on one side of the rotating plate 3053. The jaws of the pneumatic jaw 3054 are replaceable parts to better adapt to handlebars of different sizes;
[0052] The third driving assembly 306 includes a fourth screw rod 3061 rotatably connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame 303 and a second guide rod 3062 fixedly connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame 303, a lifting plate 3051 is set on the fourth screw rod 3061 and the second guide rod 3062, the lifting plate 3051 and the fourth screw rod 3061 are connected by a ball nut, a sixth motor 3063 is set on the upper surface of the second lifting frame 303, and the output end of the sixth motor 3063 is connected to the fourth screw rod 3061; the operating parameters of the third motor 3022 are set so that it can accurately drive the concave bracket 301 to move horizontally to a suitable position near the handlebar according to the instructions of the control system, and adjust the speed and torque of the fourth motor 3043 to ensure Ensure that it can drive the second lifting frame 303 to rise and fall quickly and smoothly, so that the center of the clamping jaw of the clamping jaw assembly 305 is at the same height as the handlebar, and adjust the angle control of the fifth motor 3052 so that it can accurately drive the rotating plate 3053 to rotate, and adjust the angle of the pneumatic clamping jaw 3054 to perfectly adapt to the bending angle of the handlebar. At the same time, the sixth motor 3063 is debugged so that it can control the lifting and lowering of the lifting plate 3051, and realize fine-tuning of the clamping jaw in the vertical direction to adapt to the requirements of different handlebar heights and instrument panel installation heights. In addition, the clamping force of the pneumatic clamping jaw 3054 is debugged, and the appropriate clamping force is set according to the material and structural strength of the handlebar, which can not only ensure that the handlebar will not be displaced during the assembly process, but also will not cause damage to the handlebar.
[0053] Combine Figure 7 As shown, the assembly module 40 includes two groups of fixed frames 401 installed at the lower end of the connecting bracket 10, the fixed frames 401 are provided with a fourth drive assembly 402, the two groups of fourth drive assemblies 402 are provided with a first translation frame 403, the first translation frame 403 is provided with a fifth drive assembly 404, and the fifth drive assembly 404 is provided with a material picking assembly assembly 405.
[0054] Combine Figure 8 、 Figure 9As shown, the fourth driving component 402 includes a fifth lead screw 4021 rotatably connected between two ends of a fixed frame 401 and a fixedly connected third guide rod 4022. A first translation frame 403 is in transmission connection with the fifth lead screw 4021 through a ball nut and is slidably connected with the third guide rod 4022. A seventh motor 4023 is arranged on one end face of the fixed frame 401, and the output end of the seventh motor 4023 is connected to the fifth lead screw 4021. The fifth driving component 404 includes a sixth lead screw 4041 rotatably connected between two ends of the first translation frame 403 and a fixedly connected fourth guide rod 4042. An eighth motor 4043 is arranged on one end face of the first translation frame 403, and the output end of the eighth motor 4043 is connected to the sixth lead screw 4041. This structural design enables the first translation frame 403 to accurately move horizontally under the drive of the fourth driving component 402 and the fifth driving component 404, enabling the material taking and assembling component 405 to quickly and accurately reach the designated position for material taking and installation operations of the instrument panel.
[0055] Combined with Figure 10 、 Figure 11As shown in the figure, the material taking and assembling component 405 includes a second translation frame 4051. The second translation frame 4051 is drivingly connected to the sixth lead screw 4041 through a ball nut and is slidably connected to the fourth guide rod 4042. A mounting plate 4052 is rotatably connected to the lower end of the second translation frame 4051. A ninth motor 4053 is arranged on one end face of the second translation frame 4051. The output end of the ninth motor 4053 penetrates through the second translation frame 4051 and is connected to the mounting plate 4052. A cylinder 4054 is arranged in the middle of the mounting plate 4052. A suction cup assembly 4055 is arranged at the output end of the cylinder 4054. The suction cup assembly 4055 includes a pressing frame 40551. The pressing frame 40551 matches the shape of the instrument panel and is provided with a pressure sensor on its lower surface. A rectangular plate 40552 is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the pressing frame 40551. A plurality of suction cups 40553 are arranged on the rectangular plate 40552. A plurality of guide columns 40554 are arranged on the upper surface of the rectangular plate 40552. The end of the guide column 40554 penetrates through the upper wall plate of the pressing frame 40551 and is provided with a first limit block 40555. A second limit block 40556 is arranged at the lower end of the guide column 40554. A spring 40557 is arranged at the position between the second limit block 40556 and the upper wall plate of the pressing frame 40551 on the outer circle of the guide column 40554. Through this structural design, the suction cup assembly 4055 can adapt to the surface of the instrument panel when sucking and installing the instrument panel, apply pressure evenly, and ensure reliable clamping of the instrument panel and the card slot through pressure feedback. The suction cup assembly 4055 is a replaceable design and can be replaced according to different instrument models. During the assembly process, when facing instrument panels with different external dimensions or surface materials, only the corresponding suction cup assembly 4055 needs to be replaced to ensure that the suction cup can effectively suck the instrument panel. During the installation process, the pressure situation is monitored in real time through the pressure sensor, and the data is transmitted to the control system. The control system controls the downward stroke and pressure of the cylinder 4054 according to the pressure data to ensure reliable clamping of the instrument panel and the instrument card slot, effectively improving the assembly success rate and quality stability and reducing assembly problems caused by differences in instrument panel models.
[0056] The positioning module 20 is electrically connected to the control system. The control system is electrically connected to the clamping module 30 and the assembly module 40 respectively. The pressure sensor is electrically connected to the control system. This electrical connection relationship constructs a complete automated control system network. Information is quickly exchanged and collaborative work is achieved among the modules through the control system. The information of the handlebar collected by the vision detection unit 208 is transmitted to the control system. The control system controls the actions of the positioning module 20, the clamping module 30, and the assembly module 40 based on this information. The pressure sensor feeds back the pressure data in real time during the assembly process. The control system adjusts the assembly parameters accordingly to ensure that the entire assembly process proceeds orderly under precise control. The advantages of this automated control and information feedback mechanism are that it not only improves the assembly accuracy and efficiency, but also enables real-time monitoring and adjustment of the assembly process, effectively avoiding assembly errors and failures caused by various factors, improving the stability and reliability of product quality. At the same time, it is also convenient for data recording and analysis during the production process, providing strong support for production management and quality traceability, and helping the enterprise achieve refined management and continuous process improvement.
[0057] An assembly method includes the following operating steps:
[0058] S01: The electric bicycle to be assembled is conveyed below the assembly equipment. The vision detection unit 208 operates to detect the position of the handlebar of the electric bicycle. The position of the assembly equipment is adjusted through the adjusting device above the production line, so that the axis center of the rotating shaft of the second motor 206 and the axis center of the handlebar rotating shaft are at the same vertical axis position. Then the vision detection unit 208 operates to detect the angle, position, and height of the handlebar, and transmits the detection information to the control system for calculation. Then the control system controls the second motor 206 to drive the rotating bracket 207 to straighten the handlebar.
[0059] S02: After the handlebar is straightened, according to the position and height information detected by the vision detection unit 208, the control system drives the third motor 3022 to drive the entire clamping module 30 to move towards the handlebar. At the same time, the second driving component 304 and the third driving component 306 operate to make the center of the jaws of the jaw assembly 305 at the same height as the handlebar. At the same time, the fifth motor 3052 operates to drive the rotating plate 3053 to rotate to adjust the angle of the pneumatic jaw 3054 to adapt to the bending angle of the handlebar. The pneumatic jaw 3054 is started to clamp the handlebar, and the positioning module 20 resets.
[0060] S03: The vision detection unit 208 operates again to detect the angle and position information of the instrument card slot on the handlebar. The suction cup 40553 in the material taking and assembling component 405 sucks the instrument panel on one side of the feeding device. The control system starts the fourth driving component 402 and the fifth driving component 404 to drive the material taking and assembling component 405 to drive the instrument panel to move to directly above the position of the instrument card slot.
[0061] S04: The control system controls the ninth motor 4053 to drive the mounting plate 4052, the cylinder 4054, and the suction cup assembly 4055 to rotate and adjust the angle so that the dashboard angle matches the instrument slot angle.
[0062] S05: Finally, the control system drives the cylinder 4054 to press down so that the dashboard is clamped with the instrument slot to complete the assembly.
[0063] For those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of the present invention, the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms. Therefore, from any point of view, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are intended to be included in the present invention. Any reference signs in the claims should not be regarded as limiting the claims involved.
[0064] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described according to embodiments, not every embodiment only contains an independent technical solution. This narrative way of the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. An electric vehicle dashboard assembly device, characterized in that: It includes a connecting bracket (10). One end of the connecting bracket (10) is provided with a positioning module (20) for adjusting the angle of the handlebar, and the other end is provided with a clamping module (30) for fixing the handlebar. An assembly module (40) for installing the instrument panel is arranged at the lower end position of the connecting bracket (10). The positioning module (20) includes an L-shaped plate (201) installed at one end of the connecting bracket (10). Two groups of first guide rods (202) are fixedly arranged between the connecting bracket (10) and the L-shaped plate (201), and a first lead screw (203) is rotatably arranged. A first motor (204) is arranged on the upper surface of the connecting bracket (10). The output end of the first motor (204) penetrates through the connecting bracket (10) and is connected to the first lead screw (203). A first lifting frame (205) is arranged on the first guide rod (202) and the first lead screw (203). The first lifting frame (205) is connected to the first lead screw (203) through a ball nut. A second motor (206) is arranged inside the first lifting frame (205). The output end of the second motor (206) penetrates through the first lifting frame (205) and is connected to a rotating bracket (207). A visual detection unit (208) is arranged on one side of the second motor (206) in the first lifting frame (205). The clamping module (30) includes a concave bracket (301). The concave bracket (301) is connected to the connecting bracket (10) through a first driving component (302). Second lifting frames (303) are arranged at both ends of the concave bracket (301) and are driven to operate through a second driving component (304). Claw components (305) are arranged on the second lifting frames (303) and are driven to operate through a third driving component (306). The assembly module (40) includes two fixed frames (401) installed at the lower end of the connecting bracket (10). A fourth driving component (402) is arranged on the fixed frame (401). A first translation frame (403) is arranged on the two fourth driving components (402). A fifth driving component (404) is arranged on the first translation frame (403). A material taking and assembling component (405) is arranged on the fifth driving component (404).
2. The assembly device for an electric vehicle instrument panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two connecting blocks (101) are arranged at the top of the connecting bracket (10). Connecting holes (102) are formed in the connecting blocks (101).
3. An electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first driving component (302) includes a second lead screw (3021) rotatably connected below the connection bracket (10). The concave bracket (301) is drivingly connected to the second lead screw (3021) through a ball nut. One end of the connection bracket (10) is provided with a third motor (3022), and the output end of the third motor (3022) is connected to the second lead screw (3021). Two groups of first sliding tables (3023) are arranged on the upper surface of the concave bracket (301), and two groups of first guide rails (3024) are arranged on the lower surface of the connection bracket (10). The first sliding tables (3023) are slidably connected in cooperation with the first guide rails (3024); The second driving component (304) includes two groups of third lead screws (3041). The two groups of third lead screws (3041) are respectively rotatably connected to both ends of the concave bracket (301). The second lifting frame (303) is drivingly connected to the third lead screws (3041) through ball nuts. First belt pulleys (3042) are arranged at the upper ends of the two groups of third lead screws (3041). A fourth motor (3043) is arranged on the lower surface of the concave bracket (301), and a second belt pulley (3044) is arranged at the output end of the fourth motor (3043). The two groups of first belt pulleys (3042) and the second belt pulley (3044) are drivingly connected through transmission belts. A second sliding table (3045) is arranged on one side of the upper end of the second lifting frame (303), and a second guide rail (3046) is arranged on the inner side surface of the concave bracket (301). The second sliding table (3045) is slidably connected in cooperation with the second guide rail (3046); The jaw assembly (305) includes a lifting plate (3051). A fifth motor (3052) is arranged on the lower surface of the lifting plate (3051). The output end of the fifth motor (3052) penetrates through the lifting plate (3051) and is connected to a rotating plate (3053). A pneumatic jaw (3054) is arranged on one side of the rotating plate (3053); The jaws of the pneumatic jaw (3054) are replaceable parts to better suit handlebars of different sizes; The third driving component (306) includes a fourth lead screw (3061) rotatably connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame (303) and a second guide rod (3062) fixedly connected between the upper and lower ends of the second lifting frame (303). The lifting plate (3051) is arranged on the fourth lead screw (3061) and the second guide rod (3062). The lifting plate (3051) is drivingly connected to the fourth lead screw (3061) through a ball nut. A sixth motor (3063) is arranged on the upper surface of the second lifting frame (303), and the output end of the sixth motor (3063) is connected to the fourth lead screw (3061).
4. An electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fourth driving component (402) includes a fifth lead screw (4021) rotatably connected between two ends of the fixed frame (401) and a third guide rod (4022) fixedly connected thereto. The first translation frame (403) is drivingly connected to the fifth lead screw (4021) through a ball nut and is slidably connected to the third guide rod (4022). One end face of the fixed frame (401) is provided with a seventh motor (4023), and the output end of the seventh motor (4023) is connected to the fifth lead screw (4021); The fifth driving component (404) includes a sixth lead screw (4041) rotatably connected between two ends of the first translation frame (403) and a fourth guide rod (4042) fixedly connected thereto. One end face of the first translation frame (403) is provided with an eighth motor (4043), and the output end of the eighth motor (4043) is connected to the sixth lead screw (4041).
5. An electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The material taking and assembling component (405) includes a second translation frame (4051). The second translation frame (4051) is drivingly connected to the sixth lead screw (4041) through a ball nut and is slidably connected to the fourth guide rod (4042). A mounting plate (4052) is rotatably connected to the lower end of the second translation frame (4051). One side end face of the second translation frame (4051) is provided with a ninth motor (4053), and the output end of the ninth motor (4053) penetrates through the second translation frame (4051) and is connected to the mounting plate (4052). A cylinder (4054) is arranged in the middle of the mounting plate (4052), and a suction cup assembly (4055) is arranged at the output end of the cylinder (4054); The suction cup assembly (4055) includes a pressing frame (40551) which matches the shape of the instrument panel and is provided with a pressure sensor on its lower surface. A rectangular plate (40552) is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the pressing frame (40551). A plurality of suction cups (40553) are arranged on the rectangular plate (40552). A plurality of guide columns (40554) are arranged on the upper surface of the rectangular plate (40552). A first limit block (40555) is arranged at the end of the guide column (40554) penetrating through the upper wall plate of the pressing frame (40551), and a second limit block (40556) is arranged at the lower end of the guide column (40554). A spring (40557) is arranged at the position of the outer circle of the guide column (40554) between the second limit block (40556) and the upper wall plate of the pressing frame (40551); The suction cup assembly (4055) is of a replaceable design and can be replaced according to different instrument models.
6. The assembly device for an electric vehicle instrument panel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The positioning module (20) is electrically connected to the control system. The control system is electrically connected to the clamping module (30) and the assembling module (40) respectively. The pressure sensor is electrically connected to the control system.
7. The assembly method of an electric vehicle instrument panel assembly device according to claim 6, characterized in that: Including the following operation steps: S01: The electric bicycle to be assembled is conveyed below the assembly equipment. The visual detection unit (208) operates to detect the position of the bicycle handlebar. The position of the assembly equipment is adjusted through the adjusting device above the production line, so that the axis center of the rotating shaft of the second motor (206) and the axis center of the handlebar rotating shaft are at the same vertical axis position. Then the visual detection unit (208) operates to detect the angle, position and height of the handlebar, and transmits the detection information to the control system for calculation. Then the control system controls the second motor (206) to drive the rotating bracket (207) to straighten the handlebar; S02: After the handlebar is straightened, according to the position and height information detected by the visual detection unit (208), the control system drives the third motor (3022) to drive the entire clamping module (30) to move towards the handlebar. At the same time, the second driving component (304) and the third driving component (306) operate to make the center of the jaws of the jaw component (305) at the same height as the handlebar. At the same time, the fifth motor (3052) operates to drive the rotating plate (3053) to rotate to adjust the angle of the pneumatic jaw (3054) to adapt to the bending angle of the handlebar. The pneumatic jaw (3054) is started to clamp the handlebar, and the positioning module (20) is reset; S03: The visual detection unit (208) operates again to detect the angle and position information of the instrument card slot on the handlebar. The suction cup (40553) in the material taking and assembling component (405) sucks the instrument panel on the feeding device on one side. The control system starts the fourth driving component (402) and the fifth driving component (404) to drive the material taking and assembling component (405) to drive the instrument panel to move to directly above the position of the instrument card slot; S04: The control system controls the ninth motor (4053) to drive the mounting plate (4052), the cylinder (4054) and the suction cup assembly (4055) to rotate and adjust the angle so that the angle of the instrument panel coincides with the angle of the instrument card slot; S05: Finally, the control system drives the cylinder (4054) to press down so that the instrument panel is clamped with the instrument card slot to complete the assembly.