Transport device

Abstract

The application provides a conveying device, which comprises a main conveying line extending in a first direction and used for conveying articles; a pushing mechanism comprising a first pushing component and a second pushing component, the first pushing component having a first pushing part located on the main conveying line and used for pushing the articles on the main conveying line towards a second direction, and the second pushing component having a second pushing part located on the main conveying line and used for pushing the articles on the main conveying line towards a third direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction have an included angle, and the second direction and the third direction are opposite; a sensor arranged on the main conveying line and used for sensing the articles on the main conveying line; and a controller used for controlling the first pushing part and / or the second pushing part to operate according to a sensing signal of the sensor. The technical scheme provided by the application can solve the problem that the articles on the conveying line cannot be accurately and automatically conveyed to different directions in the prior art.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the transportation field, in particular to a transportation device. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the industrial automation production, the automation conveying demand of the transportation device is more and more. At present, the transportation device can only convey the goods along the direction of the conveying line according to the conveying demand of the goods, if the goods need to be turned, the goods need to be manually carried to realize the turning most of the time, and the goods cannot be automatically turned in the transportation process. SUMMARY

[0003] The present application provides a transportation device to solve the problem that the goods on the conveying line cannot be accurately and automatically transported to different directions in the prior art.

[0004] The present application provides a transportation device, which comprises a main conveying line extending in a first direction, the main conveying line being used for conveying goods; a pushing mechanism comprising a first pushing assembly and a second pushing assembly, the first pushing assembly having a first pushing part, the first pushing part being located on the main conveying line and being used for pushing the goods on the main conveying line towards a second direction, the second pushing assembly having a second pushing part, the second pushing part being located on the main conveying line and being used for pushing the goods on the main conveying line towards a third direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction have an included angle, and the second direction and the third direction are opposite; a sensor arranged on the main conveying line and located upstream of the first pushing part and the second pushing part, the sensor being used for sensing the goods on the main conveying line; and a controller electrically connected with the pushing mechanism and the sensor, respectively, the controller being used for controlling the first pushing part and / or the second pushing part to operate according to the sensing signal of the sensor.

[0005] Further, the first pushing assembly comprises a first piston cylinder and a first pushing plate, the first pushing plate being connected with a driving end of the first piston cylinder, and the first pushing plate forming the first pushing part; and the second pushing assembly comprises a second piston cylinder and a second pushing plate, the second pushing plate being connected with a driving end of the second piston cylinder, and the second pushing plate forming the second pushing part.

[0006] Further, the pushing mechanism further comprises a supply pipeline, the supply pipeline being used for supplying driving medium to the first piston cylinder and the second piston cylinder; and a reversing assembly, the reversing assembly being connected with the supply pipeline, the first piston cylinder and the second piston cylinder, respectively, and the supply pipeline being communicated with the first piston cylinder and / or the second piston cylinder through the reversing assembly.

[0007] Furthermore, the first piston cylinder has a first push port and a second push port arranged opposite to each other, and the second piston cylinder has a third push port and a fourth push port arranged opposite to each other. The reversing assembly includes: a first drive line, one end of which is connected to the first push port and the fourth push port respectively, and the first drive line is capable of driving the drive end of the first piston cylinder to extend and the drive end of the second piston cylinder to extend; a second drive line, one end of which is connected to the second push port and the third push port respectively, and the second drive line is capable of driving the drive end of the first piston cylinder to retract and the drive end of the second piston cylinder to retract; and a reversing valve, which is connected to the supply line, the other end of the first drive line, and the other end of the second drive line respectively, and a controller is electrically connected to the reversing valve, and the controller drives the reversing valve to connect the supply line to the inlet of the first drive line and / or the inlet of the second drive line.

[0008] Furthermore, regulating valves are provided at the connection points of the first drive pipeline and the first push port, the connection points of the first drive pipeline and the fourth push port, the connection points of the second drive pipeline and the second push port, and the connection points of the second drive pipeline and the third push port. The controller is electrically connected to multiple regulating valves.

[0009] Furthermore, the main conveyor line includes: a frame; conveyor rollers, with multiple conveyor rollers arranged side by side on the frame, and the conveyor rollers being able to rotate relative to the frame.

[0010] Furthermore, both the first push plate and the second push plate include a connecting plate and a plurality of push rods. The connecting plate is located below the conveying rollers and extends along a first direction. The plurality of push rods are spaced apart on the connecting plate along the first direction. The push rods protrude from the gap between two adjacent conveying rollers onto the conveying surface formed by the plurality of conveying rollers and are used to push items.

[0011] Furthermore, the transport device also includes: a first conveyor line, which is disposed corresponding to the first pushing part, the first conveyor line extends along a second direction, the inlet of the first conveyor line is located below the main conveyor line, and the first pushing part is used to push the item onto the first conveyor line; and a second conveyor line, which is disposed corresponding to the second pushing part, the second conveyor line extends along a third direction, the inlet of the second conveyor line is located below the main conveyor line, and the second pushing part is used to push the item onto the second conveyor line.

[0012] Furthermore, the pushing mechanism also includes an air source, the first piston cylinder and the second piston cylinder are both air cylinders, and the reversing valve also includes a first exhaust port and a second exhaust port. When the supply line is connected to the first drive line, the second drive line is connected to the second exhaust port; when the supply line is connected to the second drive line, the first drive line is connected to the first exhaust port.

[0013] Furthermore, both the first and second exhaust ports are equipped with mufflers.

[0014] According to the technical solution of this invention, the transportation device has a main conveyor line extending in a first direction, capable of transporting goods. The pushing mechanism includes a first pushing component and a second pushing component. The first pushing component located on the main conveyor line can push the goods on the main conveyor line in a second direction, and the second pushing component located on the main conveyor line can push the goods on the main conveyor line in a third direction. The sensor located on the main conveyor line upstream of the first and second pushing components senses the goods on the main conveyor line. The controller is electrically connected to the pushing mechanism and the sensor. The controller can control the operation of the first and / or second pushing components according to the sensor's sensing signal. The cooperation between the sensor and the controller enables the pushing mechanism to automatically and accurately transport the goods on the conveyor line to different directions, avoiding the tediousness and inefficiency of manual transportation, improving production efficiency, and the transportation device has a high degree of automation, reducing manpower requirements and lowering operating costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a transportation device provided according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0017] Figure 2 A top view of a pushing mechanism provided according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0018] Figure 3 An electrical control diagram of a pushing mechanism provided according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0019] Figure 4 A side view of a transport device provided according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0020] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0021] 10. Main conveyor line;

[0022] 11. Rack;

[0023] 12. Conveyor rollers;

[0024] 20. Push notification organizations;

[0025] 21. First push component;

[0026] 211. First piston cylinder;

[0027] 2111, First push port;

[0028] 2112, Second push port;

[0029] 212. First push plate;

[0030] 22. Second push component;

[0031] 221. Second piston cylinder;

[0032] 2211, Third push port;

[0033] 2212, Fourth Push Port;

[0034] 222. Second push plate;

[0035] 23. Supply pipelines;

[0036] 24. Commutation assembly;

[0037] 241. First drive pipeline;

[0038] 242. Second drive pipeline;

[0039] 243. Reversing valve;

[0040] 27. Gas source;

[0041] 30. Sensors;

[0042] 40. Control valve;

[0043] 50. First conveyor line;

[0044] 60. Second conveyor line. Detailed Implementation

[0045] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present invention or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a transportation device, which includes a main conveyor line 10, a pushing mechanism 20, a sensor 30, and a controller. The main conveyor line 10 extends along a first direction and is used to transport items. The pushing mechanism 20 includes a first pushing component 21 and a second pushing component 22. The first pushing component 21 has a first pushing part located on the main conveyor line 10 and is used to push items on the main conveyor line 10 in a second direction. The second pushing component 22 has a second pushing part located on the main conveyor line 10 and is used to push items on the main conveyor line 10 in a third direction. The first direction and the second direction form an angle, and the second direction is opposite to the third direction. The sensor 30 is disposed on the main conveyor line 10 and is located upstream of the first and second pushing parts. The sensor 30 is used to sense items on the main conveyor line 10. The controller is electrically connected to the pushing mechanism 20 and the sensor 30, and controls the operation of the first pushing part, the second pushing part, or both, based on the sensing signals from the sensor 30.

[0047] According to the technical solution of the present invention, the transportation device has a main conveyor line 10, which extends along a first direction and is capable of transporting items. The pushing mechanism 20 includes a first pushing component 21 and a second pushing component 22. The first pushing component located on the main conveyor line 10 can push the items on the main conveyor line 10 in a second direction, and the second pushing component located on the main conveyor line 10 can push the items on the main conveyor line 10 in a third direction. The sensor 30, which is installed on the main conveyor line 10 and upstream of the first and second pushing components, senses the items on the main conveyor line 10. The controller is electrically connected to the pushing mechanism 20 and the sensor 30 respectively. The controller can control the operation of the first pushing component and / or the second pushing component according to the sensing signal of the sensor 30. The cooperation between the sensor 30 and the controller enables the pushing mechanism 20 to automatically and accurately transport the items on the conveyor line to different directions, avoiding the tediousness and inefficiency of manual transportation, improving production efficiency, and the transportation device has a high degree of automation, reducing manpower requirements and lowering operating costs.

[0048] In the embodiments of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first direction is the extension direction of the X-axis, the second direction is the negative direction of the Y-axis, and the third direction is the positive direction of the Y-axis, i.e., the direction indicated by the arrow.

[0049] Furthermore, the first pushing assembly 21 includes a first piston cylinder 211 and a first push plate 212, with the first push plate 212 connected to the drive end of the first piston cylinder 211, forming a first pushing section; the second pushing assembly 22 includes a second piston cylinder 221 and a second push plate 222, with the second push plate 222 connected to the drive end of the second piston cylinder 221, forming a second pushing section. Through the above configuration, using a pushing section formed by the piston cylinder and push plate to push the item significantly improves the precision and force control capability, effectively preventing item deviation or damage during transportation, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the item during transportation, and greatly reducing the risk of item damage.

[0050] like Figure 3 As shown, the pushing mechanism 20 also includes a supply line 23 and a reversing assembly 24. The supply line 23 provides the driving medium to the first piston cylinder 211 and the second piston cylinder 221. The reversing assembly 24 is connected to the supply line 23, the first piston cylinder 211, and the second piston cylinder 221, respectively. The supply line 23 is connected to either the first piston cylinder 211 and the second piston cylinder 221 or the first piston cylinder 211 and the second piston cylinder 221 via the reversing assembly 24. Through this configuration, the supply line 23 and the reversing assembly 24 work together to achieve multiple driving modes for the pushing mechanism 20, enabling the entire transport device to adapt to different transport requirements of goods. This greatly improves production efficiency and logistics processing speed, and allows for rapid response to changes in production needs. Based on real-time production instructions, the flow direction of goods can be quickly adjusted, effectively reducing waiting and downtime on the conveyor line and ensuring its continuity and efficiency. This design significantly enhances the adaptability and flexibility of the transport device.

[0051] The first piston cylinder 211 has a first push port 2111 and a second push port 2112 arranged opposite to each other, the second piston cylinder 221 has a third push port 2211 and a fourth push port 2212 arranged opposite to each other, and the reversing assembly 24 includes a first drive line 241, a second drive line 242 and a reversing valve 243. The first drive line 241 has one end connected to the first push port 2111 and the fourth push port 2212 respectively, and can drive the drive end of the first piston cylinder 211 and the drive end of the second piston cylinder 221 to extend. The second drive line 242 has one end connected to the second push port 2112 and the third push port 2211 respectively, and can drive the drive end of the first piston cylinder 211 and the drive end of the second piston cylinder 221 to retract. The reversing valve 243 is connected to the supply line 23, the other end of the first drive line 241 and the other end of the second drive line 242 respectively. The controller is electrically connected to the reversing valve 243, and the controller drives the reversing valve 243 to connect the supply line 23 with the inlet of the first drive line 241, the inlet of the second drive line 242 and the inlet of the first drive line 241 and the inlet of the second drive line 242. With the above settings, the reversing valve 243 can achieve precise control of the operating status of the first piston cylinder 211 and the second piston cylinder 221 through the first drive line 241 and the second drive line 242. This not only improves the efficiency and accuracy of transportation, but also allows for flexible adjustment of the pushing force and speed according to the weight, size and other characteristics of the items, ensuring the smooth sorting of various types of items.

[0052] Furthermore, regulating valves 40 are provided at the connections of the first drive line 241 and the first push port 2111, the first drive line 241 and the fourth push port 2212, the second drive line 242 and the second push port 2112, and the second drive line 242 and the third push port 2211. The controller is electrically connected to all regulating valves 40. Through the above configuration, by setting the regulating valves 40, the operating speed and force of the piston cylinder can be more precisely adjusted, avoiding excessive impact on the items and enabling gentle transport of items.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown, the main conveyor line 10 includes a frame 11 and conveyor rollers 12. Multiple conveyor rollers 12 are arranged side-by-side on the frame 11 and can rotate relative to the frame 11. This arrangement ensures smooth movement of goods by allowing the conveyor rollers 12 to rotate smoothly, reducing wear on goods and the transport equipment, extending the equipment's lifespan, and lowering noise and energy consumption during operation, creating a more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient logistics environment. Furthermore, this design can support high-load, long-distance transport of goods, effectively reducing damage caused by friction or collision and improving transport efficiency.

[0054] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the pushing mechanism 20 is mounted on the frame 11 via a strip plate. The strip plate is provided with protrusions corresponding to the grooves of the pushing mechanism 20, which can stably mount the pushing mechanism 20 on the frame 11.

[0055] In the embodiments of this application, the sensor 30 is mounted on the frame 11 via a U-shaped iron plate. This arrangement allows the height of the sensor 30 to be adjusted by changing its position on the U-shaped iron plate, enabling the sensor 30 to sense the height of different items and improving the flexibility of the transport device.

[0056] like Figure 2 As shown, both the first push plate 212 and the second push plate 222 include a connecting plate and multiple push rods. The connecting plate is located below the conveying roller 12 and extends along a first direction. The multiple push rods are spaced apart on the connecting plate along the first direction. The push rods protrude from the gap between two adjacent conveying rollers 12 and onto the conveying surface formed by the multiple conveying rollers 12. The push rods are used to push items. Through the above arrangement, the push plate can adjust the layout and spacing of the push rods according to the shape and size of different items, ensuring that each item can be pushed accurately and stably.

[0057] In the embodiments of this application, the connecting plate and multiple push rods can be integrally formed or manufactured separately, as long as the item can be pushed accurately and stably.

[0058] Furthermore, the transport device also includes a first conveyor line 50 and a second conveyor line 60. The first conveyor line 50 is correspondingly arranged with the first pushing unit, extending along a second direction. The inlet of the first conveyor line 50 is located below the main conveyor line 10, and the first pushing unit is used to push items onto the first conveyor line 50. The second conveyor line 60 is correspondingly arranged with the second pushing unit, extending along a third direction. The inlet of the second conveyor line 60 is located below the main conveyor line 10, and the second pushing unit is used to push items onto the second conveyor line 60. Through this arrangement, the multi-directional sorting design significantly improves the transport device's handling capacity and flexibility, greatly enhances logistics efficiency, improves the continuity and efficiency of the production process, and reduces production costs.

[0059] Specifically, the pushing mechanism 20 also includes an air source 27, and both the first piston cylinder 211 and the second piston cylinder 221 are pneumatic cylinders. The reversing valve 243 also includes a first exhaust port and a second exhaust port. When the supply line 23 is connected to the first drive line 241, the second drive line 242 is connected to the second exhaust port; when the supply line 23 is connected to the second drive line 242, the first drive line 241 is connected to the first exhaust port. Through the above configuration, the cylinder has a fast response and low maintenance cost, can maintain a stable and efficient operating state in high-load, high-frequency transportation environments, and can ensure the fast and accurate transportation of goods, avoiding production interruptions caused by equipment failure or maintenance, and ensuring the continuity and efficiency of the conveyor line.

[0060] Both the first and second exhaust ports are equipped with silencers. These silencers effectively reduce the noise level of the transport device during operation, minimizing noise interference to workers and providing a more comfortable working environment, thus improving their work experience.

[0061] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0062] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0063] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0064] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0065] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this invention.

[0066] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A transport device, characterized in that The transportation device comprises: a main conveying line (10) extending in a first direction, the main conveying line (10) being used for conveying articles; a pushing mechanism (20) comprising a first pushing assembly (21) and a second pushing assembly (22), the first pushing assembly (21) having a first pushing part located on the main conveying line (10) and used for pushing the articles on the main conveying line (10) in a second direction, the second pushing assembly (22) having a second pushing part located on the main conveying line (10) and used for pushing the articles on the main conveying line (10) in a third direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction have an included angle, and the second direction and the third direction are opposite; a sensor (30) arranged on the main conveying line (10) and located upstream of the first pushing part and the second pushing part, the sensor (30) being used for sensing the articles on the main conveying line (10); a controller electrically connected with the pushing mechanism (20) and the sensor (30) respectively, the controller being used for controlling the first pushing part and / or the second pushing part to operate according to a sensing signal of the sensor (30); the first pushing assembly (21) comprises a first piston cylinder (211) and a first push plate (212), the first push plate (212) being connected with a driving end of the first piston cylinder (211), and the first push plate (212) forming the first pushing part; the second pushing assembly (22) comprises a second piston cylinder (221) and a second push plate (222), the second push plate (222) being connected with a driving end of the second piston cylinder (221), and the second push plate (222) forming the second pushing part; the pushing mechanism (20) further comprises a supply pipeline (23) and a reversing assembly (24), the supply pipeline (23) being used for supplying driving medium to the first piston cylinder (211) and the second piston cylinder (221); the reversing assembly (24) being connected with the supply pipeline (23), the first piston cylinder (211) and the second piston cylinder (221) respectively, and the supply pipeline (23) being communicated with the first piston cylinder (211) and / or the second piston cylinder (221) through the reversing assembly (24); the first piston cylinder (211) has a first pushing port (2111) and a second pushing port (2112) arranged oppositely, and the second piston cylinder (221) has a third pushing port (2211) and a fourth pushing port (2212) arranged oppositely. The reversing assembly (24) comprises a first driving pipeline (241), a second driving pipeline (242) and a reversing valve (243). One end of the first driving pipeline (241) is in communication with the first push port (2111) and the fourth push port (2212) respectively. The first driving pipeline (241) can drive the driving end of the first piston cylinder (211) to extend and the driving end of the second piston cylinder (221) to extend. One end of the second driving pipeline (242) is in communication with the second push port (2112) and the third push port (2211) respectively. The second driving pipeline (242) can drive the driving end of the first piston cylinder (211) to retract and the driving end of the second piston cylinder (221) to retract. The reversing valve (243) is connected with the supply pipeline (23), the other end of the first driving pipeline (241) and the other end of the second driving pipeline (242) respectively. The controller is electrically connected with the reversing valve (243). The controller drives the reversing valve (243) to make the supply pipeline (23) communicate with the inlet of the first driving pipeline (241) and / or the inlet of the second driving pipeline (242).

2. The conveying device according to claim 1, wherein The communication positions of the first driving pipeline (241) with the first push port (2111), the first driving pipeline (241) with the fourth push port (2212), the second driving pipeline (242) with the second push port (2112) and the second driving pipeline (242) with the third push port (2211) are all provided with adjusting valves (40). The controller is electrically connected with the adjusting valves (40).

3. The transport apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The main conveying line (10) comprises: a rack (11); a plurality of conveying rollers (12) arranged side by side on the rack (11), the conveying rollers (12) being rotatable relative to the rack (11).

4. The transport apparatus of claim 3, wherein, The first push plate (212) and the second push plate (222) each comprise a connecting plate and a plurality of push rods. The connecting plate is located below the conveying rollers (12) and extends in the first direction. The push rods are arranged at intervals on the connecting plate in the first direction. The push rods protrude from a conveying surface formed by the plurality of conveying rollers (12) through the gap between two adjacent conveying rollers (12). The push rods are used to push the articles.

5. The transport apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The conveying device further comprises: a first conveying line arranged corresponding to the first push part. The first conveying line extends in the second direction. The feeding port of the first conveying line is located below the main conveying line (10). The first push part is used to push the articles onto the first conveying line. A second conveying line is arranged corresponding to the second pushing part, the second conveying line extends along the third direction, and a feeding port of the second conveying line is located below the main conveying line (10), and the second pushing part is used for pushing the articles onto the second conveying line.

6. The transport apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The pushing mechanism (20) further comprises a gas source, the first piston cylinder (211) and the second piston cylinder (221) are both gas cylinders, and the reversing valve (243) further comprises a first exhaust port and a second exhaust port.

7. The transport apparatus of claim 6, wherein, The first exhaust port and the second exhaust port are both provided with silencers.

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