Flexible production line of thread spinner

By introducing modular stations, reconfigurable conveying systems, autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, and data acquisition and analysis systems into the textile machine production line, the problem of lack of flexibility in traditional production lines is solved, and efficient, stable and intelligent production of textile machine parts is achieved.

CN119774218AInactive Publication Date: 2025-04-08BEIJING NAT INNOVATION INST OF LIGHTWEIGHT LTD

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202510047167.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-13
Publication Date
2025-04-08
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Technical Problem

Traditional textile machine production lines are highly specialized and lack flexibility, and are difficult to quickly adjust to cope with changing production needs, resulting in low production efficiency and waste of resources.

Method used

A flexible production line of the textile machine is designed, including a modular station, a reconfigurable conveying system, an autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system, and a data acquisition and analysis system. Through the coordinated work of these systems, the flexible combination of station modules and the intelligent allocation of conveying systems are realized.

Benefits of technology

It improves the flexibility and adaptability of the production line, can be quickly adjusted to meet the assembly needs of different types of textile machine parts, improves production efficiency, and achieves efficient, stable and intelligent parts production.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of automatic manufacturing of textile machine parts, and discloses a textile machine flexible production line which comprises a modular station, a reconfigurable conveying system, an autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system and a data acquisition and analysis system. The modular station is provided with a height adjusting mechanism, an adjustable modular tool and a clamp replacement system; the reconfigurable conveying system is used for carrying parts with different weights and sizes; the autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is used for planning the path of the reconfigurable conveying system and adjusting the obstacle avoidance strategy of the reconfigurable conveying system in real time according to the change of the production environment; the data acquisition and analysis system is used for collecting and analyzing data of a production environment, equipment operation and logistics in the textile machine, and continuously optimizing production data based on an analysis result; according to the invention, various parts with different weights and sizes are processed according to variable production requirements so as to adapt to different types of textile machines, and the production efficiency is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automated manufacturing of textile machinery parts, and more particularly to a flexible production line for textile machinery. Background Art

[0002] In the textile machinery manufacturing industry, there are many types of parts with different characteristics. Parts of different weights and sizes require different processing and assembly conditions during the production process. Most traditional textile machinery production lines adopt fixed production layouts and process flows, and the equipment and workstations are highly specialized and lack sufficient flexibility. When faced with increases or decreases in production volume or changes in product types, it is difficult for the production line to make adjustments quickly. For example, replacing the processing of parts of different sizes may require large-scale re-debugging of equipment or replacement of tooling fixtures, which is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also leads to production interruptions, resulting in serious problems of low production efficiency and waste of resources. With the intensification of market competition and the rapid changes in consumer demand, this rigid structure of traditional production lines can no longer meet the urgent needs of modern textile machinery manufacturers for efficient and flexible production. Summary of the invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide a flexible production line for textile machinery, which can adapt to different types of textile machines and improve production efficiency by processing a variety of parts with different weights and sizes according to changing production needs.

[0004] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: A flexible production line for textile machinery, comprising: modular workstations, a reconfigurable conveying system, an autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system, and a data acquisition and analysis system; The modular workstation is provided with an adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system to meet the assembly requirements of parts of different types of textile machines; wherein the modular workstation comprises: a workstation frame and a workbench arranged on the workstation frame; the workstation frame comprises: a column, a beam and a connecting piece; one end of the connecting piece is connected to one end of the column through a height adjustment mechanism; the other end of the connecting piece is connected to the beam; A slideway is provided on one side of the height adjustment mechanism; one end of the connecting member connected to the height adjustment mechanism is provided in the slideway, and an adjusting bolt and a nut are also provided in the slideway; The adjusting bolt passes through the connecting piece in the slideway and is connected to the nut; By rotating the adjusting bolt, the connecting piece is moved up and down in the slideway to ensure that the workbench provides a precise working plane for assembling textile machinery parts at different heights; The reconfigurable conveying system is used to carry parts of different weights and sizes and adjust the conveying path and speed according to real-time production data; The autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is used to plan the path of the reconfigurable conveying system and adjust the obstacle avoidance strategy of the reconfigurable conveying system in real time according to changes in the production environment; The data acquisition and analysis system is used to collect data on the production environment, equipment operation and logistics in the textile machine, and analyze the data, and continuously optimize the production data based on the analysis results.

[0005] Furthermore, one end of the column that is connected to the height adjustment mechanism is provided with a support angle; a circular slot hole is provided at the bottom of the height adjustment mechanism corresponding to the support angle; the support angle and the circular slot hole are connected in a cooperative manner; The workbench is arranged on the crossbeam; the crossbeam is also provided with a plurality of positioning holes and mounting slots for installing an adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system.

[0006] Furthermore, a positioning pin is provided on the crossbeam, and a positioning hole corresponding to the positioning pin is provided at the bottom of the workbench, and the positioning hole and the positioning pin are matched and connected.

[0007] Furthermore, an electrical connection interface and a signal connection interface are provided between the workbench and the crossbeam. When the workbench is in place, the connection interface is automatically connected. The adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system is connected to the modular workstation through the electrical connection interface, and the data acquisition and analysis system is connected to the modular workstation through the signal connection interface.

[0008] Furthermore, the surface of the workbench is made of anti-static rubber material; The workbench is provided with guardrails around it, and the guardrails are detachably connected; The workbench is also provided with parallel tracks.

[0009] Furthermore, the reconfigurable conveying system includes: a carrier vehicle RGV, a latent lifting AGV, a container robot CTU and a KBK lifting device; The RGV is used to transport products between various modular workstations; the RGV includes: an RGV sub-carriage and an RGV mother car; The RGV mother vehicle runs on the parallel tracks of the workbench; a track is provided on the top of the RGV mother vehicle, and the RGV sub-vehicle runs on the track on the top of the RGV mother vehicle; Positioning sensors and landmark recognition devices are provided on both sides of the parallel tracks of the workbench and the tracks on the top of the RGV mother vehicle; The latent lifting AGV is used to transport the standard steel material frames of heavy and large parts carriers from the vertical warehouse to the lineside warehouse; The material box robot CTU is responsible for the line-side warehouse in and out operations of standard material boxes for light and small parts carriers; The KBK lifting equipment is used to assist the loading and unloading and assembly positioning of heavy parts.

[0010] Furthermore, the mother-and-child vehicle RGV, the latent jacking AGV, the material box robot CTU and the KBK lifting equipment are all provided with a cargo platform, and adjustable positioning blocks are provided on both sides of the cargo platform.

[0011] Furthermore, the autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is integrated into the reconfigurable conveying system and modular workstations to achieve precise control of the conveying system and the flexible production line; wherein the autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system includes: a laser ranging sensor, a visual camera and an encoder; The laser distance sensor is used to obtain the distance between the reconfigurable conveying system and the obstacle by emitting a laser beam and measuring the time required for the laser beam to be reflected back; The visual camera is used to identify the type of obstacle; The encoder is used to measure and adjust the rotation angle and speed of the reconfigurable conveying system.

[0012] Furthermore, the data collection and analysis system is used to collect data on the production environment, equipment operation and logistics in the textile machine, specifically: Data on equipment operation, logistics, and production environment are collected through sensors installed on reconfigurable conveyor systems, modular workstations, and rail paths.

[0013] According to the specific embodiments provided by the present invention, the present invention discloses the following technical effects: The present invention aims to break through the limitations of traditional textile machinery production lines by cleverly integrating modular workstations and flexibly configurable conveying systems, greatly improving the flexibility, adaptability and overall production efficiency of the production line in dealing with the processing of various parts of different weights and sizes and changing production needs, and promoting the textile machinery manufacturing industry to move towards an intelligent and efficient production model. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without paying creative work.

[0015] The flexible production line of textile machinery of the present invention will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings; Figure 1 It is an overall architecture diagram of the textile machinery flexible production line in the textile machinery flexible production line provided by the present invention; Figure 2 It is a diagram of the RGV sub-carriage structure in the textile machinery flexible production line provided by the present invention; wherein (a) is a three-dimensional view of the RGV sub-carriage, (b) is a front view of the RGV sub-carriage, (c) is a side view of the RGV sub-carriage, (d) is a top view of the RGV sub-carriage, and (e) is a bottom view of the RGV sub-carriage; Figure 3 It is a diagram of the RGV mother car structure in the textile machinery flexible production line provided by the present invention; wherein (a) is a three-dimensional view of the RGV mother car, (b) is a front view of the RGV mother car, (c) is a side view of the RGV mother car, (d) is a top view of the RGV mother car, and (e) is a bottom view of the RGV mother car; Figure 4 It is a diagram of the RGV mother-and-child carriage structure in the textile machinery flexible production line provided by the present invention; wherein (a) is a stereoscopic view of the RGV mother-and-child carriage, (b) is a front view of the RGV mother-and-child carriage, (c) is a side view of the RGV mother-and-child carriage, and (d) is a top view of the RGV mother-and-child carriage; Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the connection between the support angle and the workbench frame in the flexible production line of textile machinery provided by the present invention; Figure 6 It is a diagram of the support angle height adjustment mechanism in the flexible production line of textile machinery provided by the present invention; wherein (a) is a top view of the workbench assembly, (b) is a top view of the parallel tracks on the workbench in the workbench assembly, and (c) is a front view of the workbench assembly.

[0016] In the figure, 1. connecting parts; 2. columns; 3. supporting angles; 4. beams; 5. workbenches; 6. positioning pins; 7. adjusting bolts. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] The specific implementation of the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0018] In order to better understand the purpose, structure and function of the present invention, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0019] The present invention innovatively proposes a flexible production line for textile machinery. Through a series of unique designs and technical means, it realizes the flexible combination of workstation modules and the intelligent deployment of the conveying system, so that the production line can be quickly adjusted and optimized according to different production tasks and component characteristics, thereby effectively solving the flexibility and adaptability problems faced by traditional production lines and ensuring the efficient, stable and intelligent operation of the textile machinery parts production process.

[0020] The technical solution of the textile machinery flexible production line of the present invention mainly includes the following key components: 1. Modular workstation design: Parallel layout improves the scalability and flexibility of the production line.

[0021] Highly compatible modular tool and fixture replacement system to adapt to the assembly requirements of different types of parts.

[0022] Every two workstations correspond to one assembly operation process. The corresponding number of workstations are activated according to the process time and process quantity of the parts.

[0023] The assembly parts completed in the previous operation process are transferred to the next process through RGV cross-flow, reducing the process conversion time and allowing local adjustments without stopping the entire production line.

[0024] 2. Reconfigurable conveying system: including: RGV, AGV, CTU, KBK lifting equipment; The RGV is used to transport products between various modular workstations; the RGV includes: an RGV sub-carriage and an RGV mother car; The RGV mother vehicle runs on the parallel tracks; a track is provided on the top of the RGV mother vehicle, and the RGV sub-vehicle runs on the track on the top of the RGV mother vehicle; Both sides of the parallel track on the workbench 5 and the track on the top of the RGV mother vehicle are provided with positioning sensors and landmark recognition devices; The latent lifting AGV is used to transport the standard steel material frames of heavy and large parts carriers from the vertical warehouse to the lineside warehouse; The material box robot CTU is responsible for the line-side warehouse in and out operations of standard material boxes for light and small parts carriers; The KBK lifting equipment is used to assist the loading and unloading and assembly positioning of heavy parts.

[0025] The mother-and-child vehicle RGV, the latent lifting AGV, the material box robot CTU, and the KBK lifting equipment are all provided with a cargo platform, and adjustable positioning blocks are installed on both sides of the cargo platform.

[0026] It should be noted that the reconfigurable conveying system includes the RGV; among them, the RGV sub-carriage (such as the attached Figure 2 The RGV vehicle (as shown in the figure) is made of high-strength aluminum alloy. Its travel drive system is driven by a high-performance DC brushless motor. The cargo platform has anti-skid and anti-static functions and adjustable positioning blocks are installed on both sides. Figure 3The frame is welded with high-quality steel, adopts dual-drive design and busbar power supply, and is equipped with positioning sensors and landmark recognition devices on both sides of the track. Figure 4 The precise guide wheel system is used for the electrical connection, and the quick-plug connector is used for the electrical connection. The operation console is designed in accordance with ergonomics and is equipped with complete safety protection devices such as emergency brake button, safety light curtain, sound and light alarm, etc., to ensure efficient and flexible handling in the flexible production line of textile machinery.

[0027] 3. Autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance functions, including: laser ranging sensors, visual cameras and encoders; The laser distance sensor is used to obtain the distance between the reconfigurable conveying system and the obstacle by emitting a laser beam and measuring the time required for the laser beam to be reflected back; The visual camera is used to identify the type of obstacle; The encoder is used to measure and adjust the rotation angle and speed of the reconfigurable conveyor system.

[0028] It should be noted that advanced sensors and encoders are integrated to achieve precise control and path planning of RGV and flexible lines.

[0029] The autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance functions are adopted to ensure the safe operation of RGV and flexible lines.

[0030] 4. Data collection and analysis: Through sensors and data acquisition systems, the status of RGV and flexible lines are monitored in real time, data is collected and decision support is provided.

[0031] As attached Figure 1 As shown, the present invention specifically provides a flexible production line for textile machinery, including modular workstations, a reconfigurable conveying system, an autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system, and a data acquisition and analysis system, and each system works in coordination; wherein the modular workstations adopt a parallel layout and cooperate with the reconfigurable conveying system, thereby achieving high flexibility and adaptability in the production of different types of textile machinery parts to cope with changing production needs; the autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is used to ensure the precise control, safe operation and intelligent path planning of the entire production line equipment; the data acquisition and analysis system is used to collect and process various data such as equipment operation, logistics, and production environment, thereby providing support for production decisions.

[0032] Among them, the modular workstations adopt a parallel layout, and are connected to a highly compatible and adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system through standardized interfaces and quick connection technology. Every two workstations correspond to an assembly operation process, and the number of workstations is dynamically enabled according to the process characteristics of the parts, and the parts of the previous process are transferred to the next process through the conveying system, thereby reducing the process conversion time and supporting local adjustments without stopping the production line. The modular workstation is equipped with a workbench 5 with adjustable height and angle. The surface of the workbench 5 has anti-static and anti-slip functions, which is convenient for the assembly operation of parts.

[0033] It should be noted that: in the modular workstation, the ToolChanger system works closely with other workstation components. Every two workstations correspond to an assembly operation process, and the corresponding number of workstations are enabled according to the process time and number of processes of the parts. The ToolChanger system can quickly and accurately provide the required tools and fixtures according to the assembly requirements of different workstations to ensure the efficient progress of assembly operations; the adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system is specifically: the tool changing robot is equipped with multiple degrees of freedom, which can perform precise tool changing operations and the manipulator quickly replaces fixtures. Since the modular tool and fixture replacement system is a prior art, it will not be described here.

[0034] The reconfigurable conveying system includes the mother-and-child vehicle RGV, the hidden jacking AGV, the material box robot CTU, the KBK lifting equipment, and the conveying tracks and intelligent control systems connecting the various equipment. It can adjust the conveying path and speed according to real-time production data. The various equipment work together to adapt to the handling and logistics needs of parts of different weights and sizes. Moreover, the conveying tracks adopt a modular design and can be flexibly adjusted according to the production layout.

[0035] The autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is based on the fusion of multiple advanced sensors and encoders, including laser ranging sensors, visual cameras, encoders, etc., which are integrated into the equipment in the reconfigurable conveying system and the periphery of the modular workstations. It is used to achieve precise control of conveying equipment and flexible production lines, path planning, and safe operation guarantee. It adopts a lidar obstacle avoidance system and has fault diagnosis and early warning functions. At the same time, it can adjust the navigation and obstacle avoidance strategies in real time according to changes in the production environment.

[0036] The data collection and analysis system builds a comprehensive data collection network, and collects data on equipment operation, logistics, production environment, etc. through sensors installed in various equipment, modular workstations, logistics paths, etc. of the conveying system. In addition, the data collection system has data preprocessing and transmission functions. It uses machine learning, deep learning and other algorithms to process and analyze data through the big data analysis platform and then stores the data, thereby providing prediction, optimization and other support for production decisions; data storage adopts a distributed storage structure to ensure data security and scalability.

[0037] The workstation frame of the modular workstation is made of high-strength aluminum alloy or steel structure, which has sufficient rigidity and stability to support various types of assembly operations. The workstation frame is designed as a modular structure, including columns 2, beams 4 and connectors 1. The columns 2 and beams 4 can be quickly assembled and disassembled through connectors 1, which is convenient for adjusting the layout and size of the workstation frame according to production needs. The workstation frame is provided with a plurality of positioning holes and mounting slots. The size and spacing of the positioning holes and mounting slots are designed in accordance with standardization, and are used to install adjustable support devices, fixture fixing devices and other auxiliary equipment, so as to ensure that different types of tools, fixtures and equipment can be accurately and stably installed on the workstation frame, and realize the rapid conversion of workstation functions. The connection between the connector 1 and the column 2 is an arc shape such as Figure 5 As shown, the arc-shaped structure of the supporting angle in the connecting member 1 naturally fits with the frame. The unique arc-shaped design enables it to be placed in the corresponding position when cooperating with the work station frame, and the wide-angle arc above it can achieve complete positioning with the frame. No high-precision measuring instruments are required for complex positioning operations, thereby providing stable support and accurate assembly reference for the workbench 5, and can effectively reduce the difficulty and cost of assembly, and improve assembly efficiency; there is no need to set up additional complex positioning bosses and grooves on the contact surface of the workbench 5 frame. Only the arc shape characteristics of the supporting angle 3 itself can achieve preliminary and precise positioning, and then conventional connection methods (such as bolt connections, etc.) are used for tightening, which can ensure the position stability of the supporting angle in the horizontal and vertical directions, and prevent displacement or deformation during use, simplifying the assembly process and improving the convenience of assembly.

[0038] The positioning structure of the transportable workbench 5 and the workstation frame, when the transportable workbench 5 is transported to the workstation frame, the preliminary positioning is achieved through the positioning pins 6 on the workstation frame and the positioning holes at the bottom of the transportable workbench, and the positioning pins 6 and the positioning holes are matched with reasonable clearance to ensure that the workbench can be quickly placed on the workstation frame. After the workbench is placed in place, since the supporting angle has completed its own positioning by virtue of its arc structure, the overall stability of the workbench is further enhanced. At this time, the workbench 5 is clamped and fixed by the clamping devices on both sides of the workstation frame. The clamping devices adopt pneumatic or electric clamping methods to ensure that the workbench 5 will not be displaced during the assembly process. An electrical and signal connection interface is also provided between the transportable workbench 5 and the workstation frame. The interface adopts a quick plug-in design and is automatically connected when the workbench 5 is in place, which can ensure that data transmission and power supply can be achieved between the workbench 5 and the equipment on the workstation frame, which is convenient for controlling and monitoring the assembly operation.

[0039] Attached Figure 6The height adjustment mechanism is shown, which includes an adjustment bolt, a nut and a slideway. By rotating the adjustment bolt, the workbench 5 can be moved up and down smoothly. In the process of height adjustment, the arc structure of the support angle 3 ensures that its positioning accuracy is kept within a reasonable range, and ensures that the workbench 5 can provide an accurate working plane for the assembly of textile machinery parts at different heights. The support angle 3 and the connecting parts are made of high-strength aluminum alloy or high-quality steel, and are subjected to a heat treatment process to ensure that the support angle 3 has sufficient strength and rigidity. When subjected to various loads during the assembly of textile machinery parts, it will not be deformed or damaged, thereby always maintaining its positioning accuracy and the stability of the height adjustment function, and extending the service life of the workbench 5 and reducing maintenance costs.

[0040] It should be noted that: during the assembly of the workbench 5, the support angle 3 is first naturally placed and preliminarily positioned and connected to the workbench frame by virtue of its arc-shaped characteristics, and then the overall assembly and debugging are carried out. During the debugging process, conventional measuring tools can be used to quickly check and confirm the relevant parameters of the support angle, and the necessary fine-tuning of the support angle is carried out according to the inspection results to ensure that its various parameters are within the design requirements, and finally achieve accurate assembly of the workbench 5 to ensure the efficient and stable operation of the flexible production line of textile machinery.

[0041] The operation mode without a workstation is that at certain specific workstations, when assembly work is required, the attached Figure 2 -Attached Figure 4 The RGV mother-and-child vehicle shown in the figure transports a transferable workbench with tools, fixtures and parts required for assembly work to the workstation. During the transportation process, the RGV mother-and-child vehicle ensures the stability of the workbench through its high-precision positioning system. When the workbench arrives at the workstation, the workbench 5 and the workstation frame are quickly positioned and clamped. During the assembly process, the operator uses the pre-set tools and fixtures on the workbench 5 to assemble the parts. The data during the assembly process is collected through the sensors on the workbench and transmitted to the data acquisition and analysis system through the electrical connection interface. After completing the assembly operation, the RGV transports the workbench to the next process or designated area. The entire process does not require the installation of a fixed workbench at the workstation, which improves the flexibility and resource utilization of the workstation.

[0042] The RGV sub-carriage adopts a high-strength aluminum alloy body, and its travel drive system is driven by a high-performance DC brushless motor. The cargo platform has anti-slip and anti-static functions and adjustable positioning blocks are installed on both sides. The size of the cargo platform is adapted to the transported parts; the RGV mother car frame is welded with high-quality steel, adopts a dual-drive design and busbar power supply, and positioning sensors and landmark recognition devices are installed on both sides of the track; the RGV mother and child car assembly is coordinated through a precision guide wheel system, and the electrical connection adopts a quick plug-in connector. The operating console is designed in accordance with ergonomics and is equipped with complete safety protection devices such as emergency brake buttons, safety light curtains, sound and light alarms, etc., to ensure efficient and flexible transportation in the flexible production line of textile machinery. The running speed of the sub-carriage and mother car can be adjusted within the speed range according to production needs.

[0043] The latent jacking AGV is responsible for the logistics transportation of heavy and large parts carrier steel standard material frames from the vertical warehouse to the line-side warehouse. It has powerful driving and navigation capabilities, can carry several tons of loads and navigate accurately. The body is made of high-strength steel structure and a jacking device is installed on the bottom. The navigation system uses a combination of laser navigation and visual navigation. It can operate accurately in complex warehouse environments, and the operating speed can be adjusted within the speed range according to the load weight and road conditions.

[0044] The material box robot CTU focuses on the in-and-out storage operations of standard material boxes for light and small parts carriers at the lineside warehouse. It has the ability to quickly grasp and carry and flexibly shuttle in a small space, which can improve the logistics turnover efficiency of the lineside warehouse. The robotic arm adopts a multi-joint design, and the grasping device adopts replaceable grippers, which are suitable for standard material boxes of different sizes. The robot moves by wheel drive and is equipped with a visual positioning system.

[0045] The KBK lifting equipment is used to assist the loading and unloading and assembly positioning of heavy parts. It adopts a modular design and the lifting capacity can be customized to ensure the safe and accurate operation of heavy parts. The lifting hoist adopts an electric hoist, and the running track is made of I-beam. The span can be adjusted according to production needs. It is equipped with an overload protection device and a limit switch to ensure the safety and reliability of the lifting process.

[0046] The material frame shelf is used to store the material frames of parts carriers. It adopts a steel structure frame. The shelf size can be customized according to the production site and parts storage requirements. The shelf is installed with positioning marks to facilitate the material box robot CTU and the latent jacking AGV to accurately pick up and place the material frames. The shelf is connected to the ground with anchor bolts to ensure stability.

[0047] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention will not be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but rather to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A flexible production line for textile machinery, characterized in that: include: Modular workstations, reconfigurable conveying systems, autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, and data acquisition and analysis systems; The modular workstation is provided with an adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system, which is used to meet the assembly requirements of parts of different types of textile machines; wherein the modular workstation comprises: a workstation frame and a workbench (5) arranged on the workstation frame; the workstation frame comprises: a column (2), a crossbeam (4) and a connecting piece (1); one end of the connecting piece (1) is cooperatively connected to one end of the column (2) through a height adjustment mechanism; the other end of the connecting piece (1) is cooperatively connected to the crossbeam (4); A slideway is provided on one side of the height adjustment mechanism; one end of the connecting member (1) connected to the height adjustment mechanism is provided in the slideway, and an adjustment bolt (7) and a nut are also provided in the slideway; The adjusting bolt (7) passes through the connecting piece (1) in the slideway and is connected in cooperation with the nut; By rotating the adjusting bolt (7), the connecting member (1) is moved up and down in the slideway, so as to ensure that the workbench (5) provides a precise working plane for assembling textile machinery parts at different heights; The reconfigurable conveying system is used to carry parts of different weights and sizes and adjust the conveying path and speed according to real-time production data; The autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is used to plan the path of the reconfigurable conveying system and adjust the obstacle avoidance strategy of the reconfigurable conveying system in real time according to changes in the production environment; The data acquisition and analysis system is used to collect data on the production environment, equipment operation and logistics in the textile machine, and analyze the data, and continuously optimize the production data based on the analysis results.

2. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support angle (3) is provided at one end of the column (2) that is cooperatively connected to the height adjustment mechanism; a circular slot hole is provided at the bottom of the height adjustment mechanism at a position corresponding to the support angle (3); the support angle (3) is cooperatively connected to the circular slot hole; The workbench (5) is arranged on the crossbeam (4); the crossbeam (4) is also provided with a plurality of positioning holes and mounting grooves for mounting an adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system.

3. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The crossbeam (4) is also provided with a positioning pin (6), and the bottom of the workbench (5) is provided with a positioning hole corresponding to the positioning pin (6), and the positioning hole and the positioning pin (6) are matched and connected.

4. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 3 is characterized in that: An electrical connection interface and a signal connection interface are also provided between the workbench (5) and the crossbeam (4); when the workbench (5) is in place, the connection interface is automatically connected; the adjustable modular tool and fixture replacement system is connected to the modular workstation via the electrical connection interface; and the data acquisition and analysis system is connected to the modular workstation via the signal connection interface.

5. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The surface of the workbench (5) is made of anti-static rubber material; The workbench (5) is provided with guardrails around its periphery, and the guardrails are detachably connected; The workbench (5) is also provided with parallel tracks.

6. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 5, characterized in that: The reconfigurable conveying system includes: a carrier vehicle RGV, a latent lifting AGV, a container robot CTU and a KBK lifting device; The RGV is used to transport products between various modular workstations; the RGV includes: an RGV sub-carriage and an RGV mother car; The RGV mother vehicle runs on parallel tracks on the workbench (5); a track is provided on the top of the RGV mother vehicle, and the RGV sub-vehicle runs on the track on the top of the RGV mother vehicle; Positioning sensors and landmark recognition devices are provided on both sides of the parallel track of the workbench (5) and the track on the top of the RGV mother vehicle; The latent lifting AGV is used to transport the standard steel material frames of heavy and large parts carriers from the vertical warehouse to the lineside warehouse; The material box robot CTU is responsible for the line-side warehouse in and out operations of standard material boxes for light and small parts carriers; The KBK lifting equipment is used to assist the loading and unloading and assembly positioning of heavy parts.

7. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 6, characterized in that: The mother-and-child vehicle RGV, the latent lifting AGV, the material box robot CTU, and the KBK lifting equipment are all provided with a cargo platform, and adjustable positioning blocks are provided on both sides of the cargo platform.

8. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system is integrated into the reconfigurable conveying system and modular workstations to achieve precise control of the conveying system and the flexible production line; wherein the autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance system includes: a laser ranging sensor, a visual camera and an encoder; The laser distance sensor is used to obtain the distance between the reconfigurable conveying system and the obstacle by emitting a laser beam and measuring the time required for the laser beam to be reflected back; The visual camera is used to identify the type of obstacle; The encoder is used to measure and adjust the rotation angle and speed of the reconfigurable conveying system.

9. The flexible textile machinery production line according to claim 4, characterized in that: The data collection and analysis system is used to collect data on the production environment, equipment operation and logistics of textile machines, specifically: Data on equipment operation, logistics, and production environment are collected through sensors installed on reconfigurable conveyor systems, modular workstations, and rail paths.

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