An apparatus for loading and unloading in a heat treatment process for gear manufacturing
By designing an automated loading and unloading device, using the multi-motor-driven rotating rod and support structure, the adjustment complexity problem during specification switching in gear manufacturing is solved, efficient and stable gear transmission and positioning is achieved, and production efficiency and equipment durability are improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411640892.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-18
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-05
- Estimated Expiration
- 2044-11-18
AI Technical Summary
The existing gear manufacturing heat treatment process loading and unloading devices require complex and time-consuming adjustments when switching gears of different specifications, which affects production efficiency.
An automated system including a first support frame, a loading device, a loading device and a transfer device is designed. The rotating rod and support rod structure driven by a multi-motor can be used to achieve stable transmission and precise positioning of the gears. Combined with the unpowered loading and shaft, the unpowered loading and unloading design ensures the smoothness and efficiency of the loading and unloading process.
It realizes efficient automatic loading and unloading in gear manufacturing process, reduces manual intervention, improves production efficiency, ensures the stability and safety of gears in all links, and extends the service life of the equipment.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of loading and unloading devices, and in particular to a loading and unloading device for a heat treatment process in gear manufacturing. Background Art
[0002] The loading and unloading system used in the heat treatment process of gear manufacturing typically consists of the following basic components: A conveyor system: This system transports gears from the previous process to the heat treatment process and transports finished gears to the next process. This conveyor system typically includes mechanical devices such as conveyor belts, chains, or rollers. A loading and unloading robot: This robot, equipped with multiple degrees of freedom, is used to precisely grasp and place gears. This robot is typically driven by a servo motor and a control system, enabling it to move along a set trajectory and speed. A fixture: This system secures the gears, preventing them from shifting or rotating during the grasping and placement process. The fixture design must accommodate gears of varying sizes and shapes and is typically adjustable or replaceable. An inspection system: This system includes sensors and cameras to monitor the position and condition of the gears, ensuring the robot can accurately grasp and place them. The inspection system can also be used for quality inspection to ensure that each gear meets process requirements. A control system: This system controls the entire system through programming and software. The control system receives signals from the inspection system, drives the loading and unloading robot for precise manipulation, and coordinates the operation of the conveyor system.
[0003] The loading and unloading devices used in the heat treatment process of gear manufacturing have some shortcomings: the devices are usually designed and debugged for gears of specific sizes and shapes. When production needs to switch to gears of different specifications, complex and time-consuming adjustments may be required, affecting production efficiency. Summary of the Invention
[0004] In response to the shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides a loading and unloading device for the heat treatment process in gear manufacturing, which solves the problem that when production needs to switch to gears of different specifications, complex and time-consuming adjustments may be required, affecting production efficiency.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solutions: A loading and unloading device for a heat treatment process in gear manufacturing, comprising:
[0006] a first support frame, a second support frame is fixedly connected to the right surface of the first support frame, a first fixing plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the second support frame, a fourth motor is fixedly connected to the rear surface of the first fixing plate, a driving plate is fixedly connected to the output end of the fourth motor, a rotating rod is fixedly connected to the side surface of the driving plate, a supporting rod is fixedly connected to the side surface of the rotating rod, a frame is fixedly connected to the side surface of the supporting rod, a supporting baffle is fixedly connected to the side surface of the frame, a second groove is provided on the side surface of the rotating rod, a third motor is fixedly connected to the side surface of the second groove, and a rotating roller is fixedly connected to the output end of the third motor;
[0007] A loading device is provided at the upper end of the second support frame, and the loading device includes a lateral support rod, a conveyor belt, a fixing plate, a driven shaft, a driving shaft and a second motor. The rear surface of the lateral support rod is fixedly connected to the second motor, the output end of the second motor is fixedly connected to the driving shaft, the driven shaft is rotatably connected to the lateral support rod, and the conveyor belt is located outside the driven shaft and the driving shaft;
[0008] A material discharge device, the material discharge device comprising a lateral fixed rod and a rotating shaft, a gap being formed between the rotating shafts, and a coating being formed on an outer surface of the rotating shaft;
[0009] The transfer device includes a first telescopic rod, a first motor, an output shaft and a transfer bracket device. The transfer bracket device includes a first fixed plate, a transfer bracket, a first opening, a second opening and a third opening. The side surface of the first fixed plate is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket, and the transfer bracket is distributed at an angle.
[0010] Preferably, the number of the fourth motors is two and they are distributed front to back, and the other end of the rotating roller is rotatably connected to the second groove.
[0011] Preferably, a fixing plate is provided on the side surface of the second support frame, and the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the lateral support rod.
[0012] Preferably, the end cover is fixedly connected to the lateral support rod, the right surface of the end cover is fixedly connected to the fixing plate, and the right surface of the fixing plate is provided with a first groove.
[0013] Preferably, the lateral fixing rods are obliquely distributed, the rotating shafts are rotatably connected to the lateral fixing rods, and the number of the rotating shafts is multiple and distributed left and right.
[0014] Preferably, the output end of the first telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the first motor, the output end of the first motor is fixedly connected to the output shaft, and the upper surface of the output shaft is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket device.
[0015] Preferably, the first opening, the third opening and the second opening are all located at the edge of the transfer support device.
[0016] Preferably, the right surface of the second support frame is fixedly connected to a lower support plate, the upper surface of the lower support plate is fixedly connected to a reinforcement plate, the internal thread of the reinforcement plate is connected to a bolt, and the lower surface of the bolt is fixedly connected to a support foot.
[0017] The present invention provides a loading and unloading device for the heat treatment process of gear manufacturing. It has the following beneficial effects:
[0018] 1. The loading and unloading device for the heat treatment process in gear manufacturing realizes an efficient automatic loading and unloading process through ingenious structural design. The combination of the second support frame with the loading device, the unloading device, and the transfer device makes the loading and unloading process of the gear in the heat treatment process smoother and more efficient, reduces manual intervention, and improves production efficiency. In particular, the rotating rod and support rod structure driven by the fourth motor enables the gear to rotate and move stably during the loading and unloading process, ensuring precise positioning and reliable transmission. In addition, the loading process does not affect the unloading process, the unloading is unpowered, and heat dissipation can be performed.
[0019] 2. This device excels in stability and safety. The configuration of the fixing plate of the second support frame and the multiple motors and support rods ensures good stability of the entire system during operation. The design of the rotating roller and the support baffle not only ensures the stability of the gear on the conveyor belt, but also prevents the gear from falling and deflecting during movement. The transfer device allows the gear to be placed on the loading or unloading device during use. In addition, the use of the frame and reinforcement plate further enhances the overall strength and durability of the device and extends the service life of the equipment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0020] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;
[0021] Figure 2 For the present invention Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point B in the middle;
[0022] Figure 3 It is a partial structural diagram of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 4 This is another structural diagram of the present invention;
[0024] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure at center A;
[0025] Figure 6It is another structural schematic diagram of the present invention;
[0026] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the transfer support device structure of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 8 It is a schematic structural diagram of the transfer device of the present invention.
[0028] Among them, 1. First support frame; 2. Second support frame; 3. Support foot; 4. Lower support plate; 5. Transfer device; 6. First telescopic rod; 7. First motor; 8. Output shaft; 9. Transfer bracket device; 10. First opening; 11. Transfer bracket; 12. Second opening; 13. Second motor; 14. Loading device; 15. Lateral support rod; 16. Conveyor belt; 17. Fixing plate; 18. Unloading device; 19. Lateral fixing rod; 20. Rotating shaft; 21. Fixed plate; 22. Rotating rod; 23. Rotating roller; 24. Third motor; 25. Fourth motor; 26. Driving plate; 27. Support rod; 28. Frame; 29. Support baffle; 30. First fixed plate; 31. Third opening; 32. Reinforcement plate; 33. Bolt; 34. Coating; 35. End cover; 36. Driven shaft; 37. First groove; 38. Driving shaft; 39. Gap; 40. Second groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0029] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0030] Example 1
[0031] like Figure 1-8As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a loading and unloading device for a heat treatment process in gear manufacturing, comprising a first support frame 1, a second support frame 2 being fixedly connected to the right surface of the first support frame 1, a first fixing plate 30 being fixedly connected to the side surface of the second support frame 2, a fourth motor 25 being fixedly connected to the rear surface of the first fixing plate 30, an output end of the fourth motor 25 being fixedly connected to a driving plate 26, a side surface of the driving plate 26 being fixedly connected to a rotating rod 22, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 being fixedly connected to a support rod 27, a side surface of the support rod 27 being fixedly connected to a frame 28, a side surface of the frame 28 being fixedly connected to a support baffle 29, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 being provided with a second groove 40, a side surface of the second groove 40 being fixedly connected to a third motor 24, an output end of the third motor 24 being fixedly connected to a rotating roller 23, two fourth motors 25 being arranged front and back, the other end of the rotating roller 23 being rotatably connected to the second groove 40, a side surface of the second support frame 2 being provided with a fixing plate 21, and the fixing plate 21 being fixedly connected to the lateral support rod 15.
[0032] A loading device 14 is provided at the upper end of the second support frame 2. The loading device 14 includes a lateral support rod 15, a conveyor belt 16, a fixed plate 17, a driven shaft 36, a driving shaft 38 and a second motor 13. The rear surface of the lateral support rod 15 is fixedly connected to the second motor 13, the output end of the second motor 13 is fixedly connected to the driving shaft 38, the driven shaft 36 is rotatably connected to the lateral support rod 15, and the conveyor belt 16 is located on the outside of the driven shaft 36 and the driving shaft 38.
[0033] The material discharge device 18 includes a lateral fixing rod 19 and a rotating shaft 20 , a gap 39 is formed between the rotating shaft 20 , and a coating 34 is formed on the outer surface of the rotating shaft 20 .
[0034] The transfer device 5 includes a first telescopic rod 6, a first motor 7, an output shaft 8 and a transfer bracket device 9. The transfer bracket device 9 includes a first fixed plate 30, a transfer bracket 11, a first opening 10, a second opening 12 and a third opening 31. The side surface of the first fixed plate 30 is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket 11, and the transfer bracket 11 is distributed at an angle.
[0035] Example 2:
[0036] A first support frame 1, a right surface of the first support frame 1 is fixedly connected to the second support frame 2, a side surface of the second support frame 2 is fixedly connected to a first fixing plate 30, a rear surface of the first fixing plate 30 is fixedly connected to a fourth motor 25, an output end of the fourth motor 25 is fixedly connected to a driving plate 26, a side surface of the driving plate 26 is fixedly connected to a rotating rod 22, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 is fixedly connected to a support rod 27, a side surface of the support rod 27 is fixedly connected to a frame 28, a side surface of the frame 28 is fixedly connected to a support baffle 29, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 is provided with a second groove 40, a side surface of the second groove 40 is fixedly connected to a third motor 24, and an output end of the third motor 24 is fixedly connected to a rotating roller shaft 23;
[0037] A loading device 14 is provided at the upper end of the second support frame 2. The loading device 14 includes a lateral support rod 15, a conveyor belt 16, a fixed plate 17, a driven shaft 36, a driving shaft 38, an end cover 35 and a second motor 13. The rear surface of the lateral support rod 15 is fixedly connected to the second motor 13, the output end of the second motor 13 is fixedly connected to the driving shaft 38, the driven shaft 36 is rotatably connected to the lateral support rod 15, the conveyor belt 16 is located on the outside of the driven shaft 36 and the driving shaft 38, the end cover 35 is fixedly connected to the lateral support rod 15, the right surface of the end cover 35 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 17, and the right surface of the fixed plate 17 is provided with a first groove 37;
[0038] The material discharge device 18 includes a lateral fixed rod 19 and a rotating shaft 20. A gap 39 is formed between the rotating shaft 20. The outer surface of the rotating shaft 20 is formed with a coating 34. The lateral fixed rod 19 is arranged obliquely. The rotating shaft 20 is rotatably connected to the lateral fixed rod 19. The number of the rotating shafts 20 is plural and distributed left and right.
[0039] The transfer device 5 includes a first telescopic rod 6, a first motor 7, an output shaft 8 and a transfer bracket device 9. The transfer bracket device 9 includes a first fixing plate 30, a transfer bracket 11, a first opening 10, a second opening 12 and a third opening 31. The side surface of the first fixing plate 30 is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket 11. The transfer bracket 11 is tilted.
[0040] Example 3:
[0041] A first support frame 1, a right surface of the first support frame 1 is fixedly connected to the second support frame 2, a side surface of the second support frame 2 is fixedly connected to a first fixing plate 30, a rear surface of the first fixing plate 30 is fixedly connected to a fourth motor 25, an output end of the fourth motor 25 is fixedly connected to a driving plate 26, a side surface of the driving plate 26 is fixedly connected to a rotating rod 22, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 is fixedly connected to a support rod 27, a side surface of the support rod 27 is fixedly connected to a frame 28, a side surface of the frame 28 is fixedly connected to a support baffle 29, a side surface of the rotating rod 22 is provided with a second groove 40, a side surface of the second groove 40 is fixedly connected to a third motor 24, and an output end of the third motor 24 is fixedly connected to a rotating roller shaft 23;
[0042] A loading device 14 is provided at the upper end of the second support frame 2. The loading device 14 includes a lateral support rod 15, a conveyor belt 16, a fixing plate 17, a driven shaft 36, a driving shaft 38 and a second motor 13. The rear surface of the lateral support rod 15 is fixedly connected to the second motor 13, the output end of the second motor 13 is fixedly connected to the driving shaft 38, the driven shaft 36 is rotatably connected to the lateral support rod 15, and the conveyor belt 16 is located outside the driven shaft 36 and the driving shaft 38;
[0043] The material discharge device 18 includes a lateral fixing rod 19 and a rotating shaft 20, a gap 39 is formed between the rotating shaft 20, and a coating 34 is formed on the outer surface of the rotating shaft 20;
[0044] The transfer device 5 includes a first telescopic rod 6, a first motor 7, an output shaft 8 and a transfer bracket device 9. The transfer bracket device 9 includes a first fixed plate 30, a transfer bracket 11, a first opening 10, a second opening 12 and a third opening 31. The side surface of the first fixed plate 30 is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket 11. The transfer bracket 11 is tilted. The output end of the first telescopic rod 6 is fixedly connected to the first motor 7. The output end of the first motor 7 is fixedly connected to the output shaft 8. The upper surface of the output shaft 8 is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket device 9. The first opening 10, the third opening 31 and the second opening 12 are all located at the edge of the transfer bracket device 9. The right surface of the second support frame 2 is fixedly connected to the lower support plate 4. The upper surface of the lower support plate 4 is fixedly connected to the reinforcing plate 32. The internal thread of the reinforcing plate 32 is connected to the bolt 33. The lower surface of the bolt 33 is fixedly connected to the support foot 3.
[0045] Working principle: The loading and unloading device 18 for the heat treatment process of gear manufacturing realizes an efficient automatic loading and unloading process through a clever structural design. The right surface of the first support frame 1 is fixedly connected to the second support frame 2. The combination of the second support frame 2, the loading device 14, the unloading device 18, and the transfer device 5 makes the loading and unloading process of the gear in the heat treatment process smoother and more efficient, reduces manual intervention, and improves production efficiency. The upper end of the second support frame 2 is provided with a loading device 14, which includes a lateral support rod 15, a conveyor belt 16, a fixed plate 17, a driven shaft 36, a driving shaft 38 and a second motor 13. After the second motor 13 is started, it drives the driving shaft 38 to rotate, and the driving shaft 38 drives the driven shaft 3 through the conveyor belt 16 6 rotates, thereby realizing stable transmission of the gears. The conveyor belt 16 is located on the outside of the driven shaft 36 and the driving shaft 38, ensuring the stability and reliability of the gears during the transportation process. The unloading device 18 includes a lateral fixing rod 19 and a rotating shaft 20. The gap 39 formed between the rotating shafts 20 and the coating 34 ensures stable unloading of the gears. The lateral fixing rods 19 are tilted, so that the gears can slide smoothly to avoid blockage and jamming. The distribution of multiple rotating shafts 20 enables the device to process multiple batches of gears, thereby improving work efficiency. The transfer device 5 includes a first telescopic rod 6, a first motor 7, an output shaft 8 and a transfer bracket device 9. The transfer bracket device 9 includes a first fixing plate 30, a transfer bracket 11, a first opening 10, a second opening The first motor 7 is started, and the output shaft 8 drives the transfer bracket 11 to rotate in an inclined distribution. The first telescopic rod 6 controls the telescopic movement of the transfer bracket 11. The opening on the transfer bracket 11 is designed for the transfer of gears of different sizes and shapes, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the gears during the transfer process. The rotating rod 22 and the support rod 27 structure driven by the fourth motor 25 enable the gears to rotate and move stably during the loading and unloading process, ensuring accurate positioning and reliable transmission. The loading process does not affect the unloading process. The unloading process adopts a non-powered design and can dissipate heat, ensuring the efficient operation of the device. The fixing plate 21 of the second support frame 2 and multiple motors such as the second motor 13 and the third motor 2 4. The configuration of the fourth motor 25 and multiple support rods such as the lateral support rod 15 and the lateral fixed rod 19 enables the entire system to have good stability during operation. The design of the rotating roller 23 and the support baffle 29 not only ensures the stability of the gear on the conveyor belt 16, but also prevents the gear from falling and offsetting during movement. Through the transfer device 5, the gear can be placed on the loading device 14 or the unloading device 18 during use, ensuring the smooth flow of the gear in each link. The use of the frame 28 and the reinforcement plate 32 further enhances the overall strength and durability of the device, extends the service life of the equipment, and ensures the stability and reliability of the entire system during long-term high-intensity work.
[0046] While embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, and that the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A loading and unloading device for a heat treatment process in gear manufacturing, characterized in that: include: A first support frame (1), wherein the right surface of the first support frame (1) is fixedly connected to the second support frame (2), the side surface of the second support frame (2) is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate (30), the rear surface of the first fixing plate (30) is fixedly connected to the fourth motor (25), the output end of the fourth motor (25) is fixedly connected to the driving plate (26), the side surface of the driving plate (26) is fixedly connected to the rotating rod (22), the side surface of the rotating rod (22) is fixedly connected to the support rod (27), the side surface of the support rod (27) is fixedly connected to the frame (28), the side surface of the frame (28) is fixedly connected to the supporting baffle (29), the side surface of the rotating rod (22) is provided with a second groove (40), the side surface of the second groove (40) is fixedly connected to the third motor (24), and the output end of the third motor (24) is fixedly connected to the rotating roller shaft (23); A loading device (14) is provided at the upper end of the second support frame (2), and the loading device (14) includes a lateral support rod (15), a conveyor belt (16), a fixed plate (17), a driven shaft (36), a driving shaft (38), an end cover (35) and a second motor (13); the rear surface of the lateral support rod (15) is fixedly connected to the second motor (13), the output end of the second motor (13) is fixedly connected to the driving shaft (38), the driven shaft (36) is rotatably connected to the lateral support rod (15), and the conveyor belt (16) is located outside the driven shaft (36) and the driving shaft (38); A material discharge device (18), the material discharge device (18) comprising a lateral fixing rod (19) and a rotating shaft (20), a gap (39) being formed between the rotating shafts (20), and a coating (34) being formed on the outer surface of the rotating shaft (20); A transfer device (5), the transfer device (5) includes a first telescopic rod (6), a first motor (7), an output shaft (8) and a transfer bracket device (9), the transfer bracket device (9) includes a first fixing plate (30), a transfer bracket (11), a first opening (10), a second opening (12) and a third opening (31), the side surface of the first fixing plate (30) is fixedly connected to the transfer bracket (11), and the transfer bracket (11) is distributed obliquely.
2. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the fourth motors (25) is two and they are distributed front to back, and the other end of the rotating roller shaft (23) is rotationally connected to the second groove (40).
3. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing plate (21) is provided on the side surface of the second support frame (2), and the fixing plate (21) is fixedly connected to the lateral support rod (15).
4. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end cover (35) is fixedly connected to the lateral support rod (15), the right surface of the end cover (35) is fixedly connected to the fixing plate (17), and the right surface of the fixing plate (17) is provided with a first groove (37).
5. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lateral fixing rods (19) are distributed obliquely, and the rotating shafts (20) are rotatably connected to the lateral fixing rods (19). The number of the rotating shafts (20) is multiple and distributed left and right.
6. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The output end of the first telescopic rod (6) is fixedly connected to a first motor (7), the output end of the first motor (7) is fixedly connected to an output shaft (8), and the upper surface of the output shaft (8) is fixedly connected to a transfer bracket device (9).
7. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first opening (10), the third opening (31), and the second opening (12) are all located at the edge of the transfer support device (9).
8. The loading and unloading device for heat treatment process in gear manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The right surface of the second support frame (2) is fixedly connected to a lower support plate (4), the upper surface of the lower support plate (4) is fixedly connected to a reinforcing plate (32), the inner thread of the reinforcing plate (32) is connected to a bolt (33), and the lower surface of the bolt (33) is fixedly connected to the supporting foot (3).
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