Automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of warehousing, and particularly relates to an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication. Comprising a path setting module used for setting and positioning a roadway operation path in a warehouse to obtain operation path points on the operation path in warehousing operation; the operation operation module is used for operating on a preset operation path in the warehouse and operating material operation; the infrared communication module is used for receiving signals in real time when the materials run on the running path; the signal processing module is used for processing signals received in the storage operation process in real time and generating an operation adjustment strategy or a feedback signal; the automatic warehousing system has the beneficial effects that the automatic warehousing system depends on infrared communication and a wired network to perform data transmission interaction and does not depend on open electromagnetic waves as a communication carrier, the whole data transmission interaction process has no information leakage risk, and the automatic warehousing system is suitable for scenes with relatively high information security and secrecy requirements.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of warehousing, and in particular relates to an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication. Background Art

[0002] Automatic warehousing systems mostly rely on wireless communications for status monitoring and operation control, but wireless communications rely on open electromagnetic waves to transmit data, which poses a risk of information leakage. In scenarios with a higher level of information security, wireless communications based on electromagnetic waves cannot be used, and closed information links are required to monitor the status of operating equipment and transmit control instructions to achieve automated warehousing operations;

[0003] For example, the Chinese patent with the publication number "CN201911223531.6" and the name "An intelligent warehousing and shipping method integrating AGV and robotic arm" discloses an intelligent warehousing and shipping method integrating AGV and robotic arm, which includes: receiving the shipping task of the warehouse management system; the warehouse control system performs task combination and shelf inventory deployment; the AGV transports the shelf to the designated robotic arm operation area; the system receives the AGV transport completion status and calls the robotic arm to pick the goods; after the robotic arm picks, the system dispatches the AGV to transport the shelf and leave. In the process of warehousing and shipping, the invention does not require manual participation throughout the whole process, and realizes the whole process of AGV automatically transporting the target goods, AGV-robotic arm automatic handover, and robotic arm automatic picking; greatly improves the shipping efficiency, reduces personnel costs, and improves the shipping accuracy and real-time performance. However, this patent is a combination of robotic arm and AGV transport, which only overcomes the problem of automatic transport in warehousing operations. When this method is applied to automatic warehousing operations, there may be a defect that it cannot meet the risk of leakage in the signal transmission interaction process. Therefore, the present invention proposes an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication. Summary of the invention

[0004] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the existing technology that relies on infrared communication and wired networks for data transmission and interaction through automatic warehousing systems, and does not rely on open electromagnetic waves as communication carriers. The entire data transmission and interaction process has no risk of information leakage and is suitable for scenarios with high requirements for information security and confidentiality.

[0005] To this end, the adopted technical solution is that an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication of the present invention includes a path setting module for setting and positioning the lane operation path in the warehouse and obtaining the operation path points on the operation path in the warehousing operation;

[0006] The operation module is used to operate on the preset operation path in the warehouse and perform operations on the material operation;

[0007] Infrared communication module, used to receive real-time signals when materials are running on the running path;

[0008] The signal processing module is used to process the signals received during the operation of the storage operation in real time and generate operation adjustment strategies or feedback signals;

[0009] The control and adjustment module is used to perform material storage and retrieval operations through scheduling during the operation of warehousing operations.

[0010] Preferably, the path setting module includes a shelf, the shelf is deployed in the warehouse, an AGV running lane is reserved in the shelf, an AGV running path is planned in the running lane and outside the shelf, and an operation path point is set on the running path;

[0011] Running lanes are set up in the shelves as needed, and unloading and transfer areas are set up outside the shelves. The AGV running paths are planned in the running lanes and unloading and transfer areas. The operation path points are set according to the AGV's material storage and retrieval operations and operation reversal requirements. The AGV runs along the running path and operates or reverses at the path points.

[0012] Preferably, the operation module includes multiple AGVs, and the AGVs run on a preset operation path in the warehouse, and perform material loading and unloading operations or turning at the operation path points.

[0013] Preferably, the AGV can only exchange data with the operation control system software at the operation path point where the infrared communication device is installed, update the AGV status, and obtain new tasks.

[0014] Preferably, the setting of the operation path points meets the requirements of AGV material storage and retrieval operations;

[0015] The operation path points in the aisle running in the shelf select the corresponding shelf cargo location operation points, and the AGV can perform material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path points;

[0016] The unloading and transfer area operation path point selects the preset material temporary storage operation point, and the AGV can perform temporary storage material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path point.

[0017] Preferably, the infrared communication module includes an infrared communication device, which is installed on the top of the AGV and on the ceiling of the warehouse above some operating path points. The infrared communication device installed on the top of the AGV is connected to the control system of the AGV, and the infrared communication device installed on the ceiling of the warehouse is connected to the server. When the AGV runs to the path point where the infrared communication device is installed, it can communicate with the server through the infrared communication device.

[0018] Preferably, the signal processing module includes a server, which is arranged in a warehouse control room or other suitable location and is connected to an infrared communication device installed on the ceiling of the warehouse via a wired network.

[0019] Preferably, the control and adjustment module includes an operation control system software, which is deployed on a server to obtain status information of the AGV and schedule the AGV to perform material storage and retrieval operations.

[0020] Preferably, the planning of the operation path, the setting of the operation path points and the installation location of the infrared communication equipment meet the requirements of simultaneous operation of multiple AGVs;

[0021] At most one AGV can enter any one lane in the rack;

[0022] At most one AGV can be operated on any one running path in the unloading transfer area;

[0023] The installation position of the infrared communication equipment in the shelf is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the running lane. At this position, the AGV can obtain the running status of other AGVs, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current running lane, and decide whether to run outside the running lane according to the received task;

[0024] The installation location of the infrared communication equipment in the unloading transfer area is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the operating path. The AGV can obtain the operating status of other AGVs at this location, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current path, and decide whether to run outside the operating path based on the received tasks.

[0025] Preferably, the system operation process relies entirely on wired networks and infrared communication methods for data transmission, all information links are closed, and there is no risk of information leakage, which is suitable for scenarios with high requirements for information security and confidentiality;

[0026] Infrared communication has a short communication distance (typical sweet spot range of infrared communication is no more than 60cm) and a narrow range (infrared communication pulse wave cone angle is no more than 15°), making it difficult to be illegally accessed and intercepted. Data is transmitted through wired network and infrared communication, which can ensure the security of data link information.

[0027] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be described in the following description, and partly become apparent from the description, or understood by practicing the present invention. The purpose and other advantages of the present invention can be realized and obtained by the structures specifically pointed out in this application document.

[0028] The technical solution of the present invention is further described in detail below through the accompanying drawings and embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings:

[0030] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of infrared communication of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the installation of infrared communication equipment of the automated warehousing system of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the plane layout of the automated warehousing system of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0035] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are only used to illustrate and explain the present invention, and are not used to limit the present invention. Specific implementation method one:

[0037] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication includes a path setting module, which is used to set and locate the lane operation path in the warehouse and obtain the operation path points on the operation path in the warehousing operation; an operation operation module, which is used to operate on the preset operation path in the warehouse and operate the material operation; an infrared communication module, which is used to receive real-time signals when the materials are running on the operation path; a signal processing module, which is used to process the signals received during the operation of the warehousing operation in real time and generate an operation adjustment strategy or feedback signal; a control adjustment module, which is used to perform material storage and retrieval operations through scheduling during the operation of the warehousing operation.

[0038] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: the actual layout and planning of the warehouse site are used to reasonably determine the actual usage space and layout, and accurate positioning selection and data generation are performed based on the real-time site to accurately generate the equipment layout and path data display in the warehouse; the operation path points on the operation path in the warehousing operation are obtained; the operation of materials is performed by operating on the preset operation path in the warehouse; real-time signal reception is performed when the materials are running on the operation path; the received signals are analyzed and processed to form an operation adjustment strategy or feedback signal, which is used for material storage and retrieval operations through scheduling during the operation of the warehousing operation, that is, infrared communication and wired networks are relied upon for data transmission interaction in the automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, and open electromagnetic waves are not relied upon as communication carriers. There is no risk of information leakage in the entire data transmission interaction process, which is suitable for scenarios with high requirements for information security and confidentiality. Specific implementation method 2:

[0040] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, a path setting module, including shelves, the shelves are deployed in the warehouse, AGV running lanes are reserved in the shelves, AGV running paths are planned in the running lanes and outside the shelves, and operation path points are set on the running paths;

[0041] Running lanes are set up in the shelves as needed, and unloading and transfer areas are set up outside the shelves. The AGV running paths are planned in the running lanes and unloading and transfer areas. The operation path points are set according to the AGV's material storage and retrieval operations and operation reversal requirements. The AGV runs along the running path and operates or reverses at the path points.

[0042] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, it includes: a shelf, multiple AGVs, multiple infrared communication devices, a server and a set of operation control system software;

[0043] The shelves are deployed in the warehouse, and AGV running lanes are reserved in the shelves. AGV running paths are planned in the lanes and outside the shelves, and operation path points are set on the operation paths. The AGV runs on the preset operation paths in the warehouse, and performs material loading and unloading operations or turns at the operation path points, thereby realizing the transportation function during the operation process. Specific implementation method three:

[0045] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, an operation module, includes multiple AGVs, the AGVs run on a preset operation path in the warehouse, and perform material loading and unloading operations or turning at the operation path points.

[0046] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are: transporting warehouse materials by synchronously driving multiple AGVs, ensuring the real-time positions of multiple AGVs through operation path points, and adjusting and controlling the overall operation of multiple AGVs after data processing. Specific implementation method four:

[0048] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, the AGV can only exchange data with the operation control system software at the operation path point where the infrared communication device is installed, update the AGV status, and obtain new tasks.

[0049] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, the infrared communication equipment is installed on the top of the AGV and on the ceiling of the warehouse above some operation path points. The infrared communication equipment installed on the top of the AGV is connected to the control system of the AGV, and the infrared communication equipment installed on the ceiling of the warehouse is connected to the server. When the AGV runs to the path point where the infrared communication equipment is installed, it can communicate with the server through the infrared communication equipment. Specific implementation method five:

[0051] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, the setting of the operation path points meets the AGV material storage and retrieval operation requirements;

[0052] The operation path points in the aisle running in the shelf select the corresponding shelf cargo location operation points, and the AGV can perform material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path points;

[0053] The unloading and transfer area operation path point selects the preset material temporary storage operation point, and the AGV can perform temporary storage material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path point.

[0054] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, an operating lane is set up in the shelf as needed, an unloading and transfer area is set up outside the shelf, the AGV operating path is planned in the operating lane and the unloading and transfer area, and the operation path points are set according to the AGV's material storage and retrieval operations and operation reversing requirements. The AGV runs along the operating path and operates or reverses at the path points. Specific implementation method six:

[0056] like Figure 1 — Figure 4As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, an infrared communication module, including an infrared communication device, the infrared communication device is installed on the top of the AGV and the warehouse ceiling above some operation path points, the infrared communication device installed on the top of the AGV is connected to the control system of the AGV, and the infrared communication device installed on the warehouse ceiling is connected to the server. When the AGV runs to the path point where the infrared communication device is installed, it can communicate with the server through the infrared communication device.

[0057] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: by installing the infrared communication equipment on the top of the AGV and on the ceiling of the warehouse above some operation path points, it is convenient to transmit and receive feedback of the signal position in the warehouse, and the infrared communication equipment installed on the top of the AGV is connected to the control system of the AGV, so as to facilitate real-time signal reception and control of the AGV; the infrared communication equipment installed on the ceiling of the warehouse is connected to the server, and when the AGV runs to the path point where the infrared communication equipment is installed, it can communicate with the server through the infrared communication equipment. Specific implementation method seven:

[0059] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, a signal processing module, includes a server, the server is set in the warehouse control room, or other suitable locations, and is connected to an infrared communication device installed on the warehouse ceiling through a wired network.

[0060] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, the server is arranged in the warehouse control room, or other suitable location, to prevent unnecessary damage and influence caused by factors such as high temperature or humidity, and is connected to the infrared communication equipment installed on the ceiling of the warehouse through a wired network. Specific implementation eight:

[0062] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, a control and adjustment module, includes an operation control system software, the operation control system software is deployed on a server, obtains the status information of the AGV, and dispatches the AGV to perform material storage and retrieval operations.

[0063] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, the operation control system software is deployed on the server, obtains the status information of the AGV in real time, and combines the feedback and analysis of the data to schedule the AGV to perform material storage and retrieval operations. Specific implementation method nine:

[0065] like Figure 1 — Figure 4As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, operation path planning, operation path point setting and infrared communication equipment installation position can meet the needs of multiple AGVs operating at the same time;

[0066] At most one AGV can enter any one lane in the rack;

[0067] At most one AGV can be operated on any one running path in the unloading transfer area;

[0068] The installation position of the infrared communication equipment in the shelf is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the running lane. At this position, the AGV can obtain the running status of other AGVs, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current running lane, and decide whether to run outside the running lane according to the received task;

[0069] The installation location of the infrared communication equipment in the unloading transfer area is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the operating path. The AGV can obtain the operating status of other AGVs at this location, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current path, and decide whether to run outside the operating path based on the received tasks.

[0070] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In this embodiment, the AGV can only exchange data with the operation control system software at the operation path point where the infrared communication device is installed, update the AGV status, and obtain new tasks; and then obtain data in real time for analysis;

[0071] By setting the operation path points and combining the actual in-and-out data, the AGV material storage and retrieval operation requirements can be met;

[0072] The operation path points in the aisle running in the shelf select the corresponding shelf cargo location operation points, and the AGV can perform material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path points;

[0073] The unloading and transfer area operation path point selects the preset material temporary storage operation point, and the AGV can perform temporary storage material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path point.

[0074] In this embodiment, the planning of the operation path, the setting of the operation path points and the installation location of the infrared communication equipment meet the requirements of multiple AGVs operating simultaneously;

[0075] At most one AGV can enter any one lane in the rack;

[0076] At most one AGV can be operated on any one running path in the unloading transfer area;

[0077] The installation position of the infrared communication equipment in the shelf is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the running lane. At this position, the AGV can obtain the running status of other AGVs, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current running lane, and decide whether to run outside the running lane according to the received task;

[0078] The installation location of the infrared communication equipment in the unloading transfer area is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the operating path. The AGV can obtain the operating status of other AGVs at this location, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current path, and decide whether to run outside the operating path based on the received tasks. Specific implementation method ten:

[0080] like Figure 1 — Figure 4 As shown, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication is used. The system operation process entirely relies on wired networks and infrared communication methods for data transmission. All information links are closed and there is no risk of information leakage. It is suitable for scenarios with high requirements for information security and confidentiality.

[0081] The working principle and beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: In the embodiment, the operation process entirely relies on wired networks and infrared communications for data transmission, all information links are closed, and there is no risk of information leakage, which is suitable for scenarios with high requirements for information security and confidentiality.

[0082] The infrared communication method has a short communication distance (the typical sweet spot range of infrared communication is no more than 60cm) and a narrow range (the infrared communication pulse cone angle is no more than 15°), making it difficult to be illegally accessed and intercepted. Data is transmitted through wired networks and infrared communications, which can ensure the security of data link information.

[0083] The above description is not intended to limit the present invention, and those skilled in the art may make various changes and modifications to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Thus, if these modifications and variations of the present invention fall within the scope of the claims of the present invention and their equivalents, the present invention is also intended to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. An automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication, characterized in that: include, The path setting module is used to set and locate the lane operation path in the warehouse and obtain the operation path points on the operation path in the warehousing operation; The operation module is used to operate on the preset operation path in the warehouse and perform operations on the material operation; Infrared communication module, used to receive real-time signals when materials are running on the running path; The signal processing module is used to process the signals received during the operation of the storage operation in real time and generate operation adjustment strategies or feedback signals; The control and adjustment module is used to perform material storage and retrieval operations through scheduling during the operation of warehousing operations.

2. According to claim 1, an automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication is characterized in that: The path setting module includes a shelf, which is deployed in the warehouse. An AGV running lane is reserved in the shelf. An AGV running path is planned in the running lane and outside the shelf, and operation path points are set on the running path; Running lanes are set up in the shelves as needed, and unloading and transfer areas are set up outside the shelves. The AGV running paths are planned in the running lanes and unloading and transfer areas. The operation path points are set according to the AGV's material storage and retrieval operations and operation reversal requirements. The AGV runs along the running path and operates or reverses at the path points.

3. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The operation module includes multiple AGVs. The AGVs run on the preset operation path in the warehouse and perform material loading and unloading operations or turn at the operation path points.

4. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The AGV can only exchange data with the operation control system software at the operation path point where the infrared communication device is installed, update the AGV status, and obtain new tasks.

5. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The setting of the operation path points meets the requirements of AGV material storage and retrieval operations; The operation path points in the aisle running in the shelf select the corresponding shelf cargo location operation points, and the AGV can perform material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path points; The unloading and transfer area operation path point selects the preset material temporary storage operation point, and the AGV can perform temporary storage material storage and retrieval operations at the operation path point.

6. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The infrared communication module includes an infrared communication device. The infrared communication device is installed on the top of the AGV and on the ceiling of the warehouse above some operation path points. The infrared communication device installed on the top of the AGV is connected to the control system of the AGV, and the infrared communication device installed on the ceiling of the warehouse is connected to the server. When the AGV runs to the path point where the infrared communication device is installed, it can communicate with the server through the infrared communication device.

7. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 6 is characterized in that: The signal processing module includes a server, which is arranged in a warehouse control room or other suitable location and is connected to an infrared communication device installed on the ceiling of the warehouse through a wired network.

8. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 6 is characterized in that: The control and adjustment module includes an operation control system software, which is deployed on a server to obtain the status information of the AGV and schedule the AGV to perform material storage and retrieval operations.

9. An automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The planning of the operation path, the setting of the operation path points and the installation location of the infrared communication equipment can enable multiple AGVs to operate simultaneously; Enter an AGV in any running lane in the rack; Run one AGV on any one running path in the unloading transfer area; The installation position of the infrared communication equipment in the shelf is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the running lane. At this position, the AGV can obtain the running status of other AGVs, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current running lane, and decide whether to run outside the running lane according to the received task; The installation location of the infrared communication equipment in the unloading transfer area is selected as the first operation path point on the outermost side of the operating path. The AGV can obtain the operating status of other AGVs at this location, determine whether it has the conditions to leave the current path, and decide whether it is outside the operating path based on the received tasks.

10. The automatic warehousing operation system based on infrared communication according to claim 9, characterized in that: The system operation process relies entirely on wired networks and infrared communications for data transmission, and all information links are closed.

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