A feeding device, a feeding device control method, and a testing device.

Abstract

This application relates to the field of intelligent device technology, and in particular to a feeding device, a feeding device control method, and a detection device. The feeding device includes: a control module for acquiring production signals and forming a production process based on the production signals, and classifying the target products according to the detection results of the target products in the production process; a feeding module connected to the control module for feeding the classified target products, the feeding module including several editable feeding ports, the port information of the editable feeding ports being defined by the control module, and the port information of the editable feeding ports being changed in response to port change information output by the control module; and a transfer and handling module for transferring the target products to the editable feeding ports that match the classification results of the target products. This feeding device can improve the flexibility of the feeding machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of intelligent device technology, and in particular to a feeding device, a feeding device control method, and a detection device. Background Technology

[0002] Automated testing equipment is widely used in the production and quality control of products such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and liquid crystal display modules (LCMs). This primarily includes appearance inspection, optical performance testing, electrical performance testing, functional testing, durability and aging testing, dimensional and shape testing, airtightness testing, color consistency testing, and testing for other influencing factors. This testing equipment helps ensure the quality and consistency of LCD panels during the manufacturing process, reducing defect rates and improving product yield.

[0003] In related technologies, display modules need to undergo various tests before leaving the factory. After testing, the modules need to be classified and collected according to the test results. Generally, products that pass the test are placed in the good product port, defective products are placed in the defective port, and repairable products are placed in the repairable port. Currently, the number and order of the unloading ports in the testing equipment need to be set and configured in advance by technicians.

[0004] However, the applicant discovered the following technical problems with the current automated detection and unloading solution:

[0005] The configuration of the feeding port is product-dependent, and it is difficult to adapt when the process or batch changes, resulting in high adjustment costs. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a feeding device, a feeding device control method, and a detection device that can define the type and number of feeding ports according to application requirements, thereby improving the flexibility of the feeding machine and reducing configuration costs.

[0007] The present invention provides a feeding device from a first aspect, comprising:

[0008] The control module is used to acquire production signals, form a production process based on the production signals, and classify the target products according to the detection results of the target products in the production process.

[0009] The unloading module, connected to the control module, is used to classify and unload the target product. The unloading module includes several editable unloading ports. The port information of the editable unloading ports is defined by the control module, and the port information of the editable unloading ports is changed in response to the port change information output by the control module.

[0010] A transplanting and handling module is connected to the control module. The transplanting and handling module is controlled by the control module and is used to transport the target product to the editable unloading port that matches the classification result of the target product.

[0011] In one embodiment, the feeding device further includes:

[0012] An interaction module, connected to the control module, is used to acquire interaction information and control the control module based on the interaction information.

[0013] In one embodiment, the editable feeding port is provided with an editable information label, and the feeding device further includes:

[0014] The code reading module is used to identify and read the editable information tag to obtain the port information of the editable feeding port.

[0015] In one embodiment, the control module is further configured to bind the product information of the target product to the port information of the corresponding editable unloading port in response to the completion of the unloading of the target product.

[0016] In one embodiment, the port change information includes: port definition change information and port order change information.

[0017] In one embodiment, the port type corresponding to the port information configured in the editable unloading port is unique.

[0018] The present invention provides a method for controlling a feeding device from a second aspect, the method being applied to a feeding device as described in any one of the first aspects, the method comprising the following steps:

[0019] In response to the startup of the target device, a production signal is acquired, and a production process is generated based on the production signal according to a preset process configuration algorithm.

[0020] Based on the production process, port information is generated and sent to the editable unloading port for port configuration;

[0021] In response to the acquisition of interactive information, determine the port change information;

[0022] Based on the port change information, the port information of the editable feeding port is changed.

[0023] In one embodiment, the step of changing the port information of the editable unloading port based on the port change information includes:

[0024] The port information of the editable feeding port is changed based on the port change information;

[0025] The modified port information overwrites the historical port information of the editable unloading port.

[0026] In one embodiment, determining the port change information in response to the acquisition of interactive information includes:

[0027] Obtain the interaction information, and perform permission verification on the associated target object based on the interaction information;

[0028] In response to the target object passing the permission verification, the port change information is determined.

[0029] The present invention provides a detection device from a third aspect, comprising a feeding device according to any one of the first aspects, wherein the feeding device is controlled to operate based on a feeding device control method as described in any one of the second aspects.

[0030] The above-mentioned feeding device, feeding device control method, and detection equipment, derived through technical features, can achieve the following beneficial effects to address the technical problems raised in the background art:

[0031] This application provides a feeding device, including a control module, a feeding module, and a transfer and handling module. The control module acquires production signals and forms a production process based on these signals. During the production process, it classifies the target products according to the detection results. The feeding module, connected to the control module, is used to feed the classified target products. The feeding module includes several editable feeding ports, the port information of which is defined by the control module, and the port information changes in response to port change information output by the control module. The transfer and handling module, also connected to the control module and controlled by it, transports the target products to the editable feeding ports that match the classification results of the target products. In implementation, during the production process, the control module can change the port information of the feeding ports in the feeding module to switch the function, quantity, and other information of the feeding ports, thereby ensuring that the feeding ports meet the actual product batch characteristics, improving the feeding efficiency of the detection process, and ultimately guaranteeing the overall detection efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0032] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a feeding device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the port of the unloading module in one embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the port of the unloading module in one embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the port of the unloading module in one embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of the feeding device in one embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for the feeding device in another embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for the feeding device in another embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of the feeding device in a specific embodiment of this application.

[0041] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 100, control module; 200, unloading module; 210, editable unloading port; 300, transplanting and handling module; 400, interaction module; 500, code reading module. Detailed Implementation

[0042] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application will be thorough and complete.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.

[0044] It is understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., used herein may be used to describe various elements, but these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another. For example, without departing from the scope of this application, a first resistor may be referred to as a second resistor, and similarly, a second resistor may be referred to as a first resistor. Both the first resistor and the second resistor are resistors, but they are not the same resistor.

[0045] It is understood that the term "connection" in the following embodiments should be understood as "electrical connection," "communication connection," etc., if the connected circuits, modules, units, etc., have electrical signal or data transmission with each other.

[0046] It is understandable that "at least one" refers to one or more, and "multiple" refers to two or more. "At least a part of an element" refers to part or all of an element.

[0047] When used herein, the singular forms of “a,” “an,” and “the” may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms “comprising / including” or “having,” etc., specify the presence of the stated features, wholes, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, wholes, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof. Meanwhile, the term “and / or” as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of the associated listed items.

[0048] This application was made by the inventor based on his understanding and research into the following issues:

[0049] In related technologies, display modules need to undergo various tests before leaving the factory. After testing, the modules need to be classified and collected according to the test results. Generally, products that pass the test are placed in the good product port, defective products are placed in the defective port, and repairable products are placed in the repairable port. Currently, the number and order of the unloading ports in the testing equipment need to be set and configured in advance by technicians.

[0050] However, the applicant discovered the following technical problems with the current automated detection and unloading solution:

[0051] The configuration of the feeding port is product-dependent, and it is difficult to adapt when the process or batch changes, resulting in high adjustment costs.

[0052] Based on this, embodiments of this application provide a feeding device, a feeding device control method, and a detection device.

[0053] In one embodiment, it can be as follows Figure 1 As shown, this application provides a feeding device, including a control module, a feeding module, and a transfer and handling module.

[0054] The control module is used to acquire production signals, form a production process based on the production signals, and classify the target products according to the detection results of the target products in the production process.

[0055] The unloading module is connected to the control module and is used to classify and unload the target product. The unloading module includes several editable unloading ports. The port information of the editable unloading ports is defined by the control module, and the port information of the editable unloading ports is changed in response to the port change information output by the control module.

[0056] The transplanting and handling module is connected to the control module and is controlled by the control module to transport the target product to the editable unloading port that matches the classification result of the target product.

[0057] By implementing the above-described feeding device, the following beneficial effects can be achieved:

[0058] This application provides a feeding device, including a control module, a feeding module, and a transfer and handling module. The control module acquires production signals and forms a production process based on these signals. During the production process, it classifies the target products according to the detection results. The feeding module, connected to the control module, is used to feed the classified target products. The feeding module includes several editable feeding ports, the port information of which is defined by the control module, and the port information changes in response to port change information output by the control module. The transfer and handling module, also connected to the control module and controlled by it, transports the target products to the editable feeding ports that match the classification results of the target products. In implementation, during the production process, the control module can change the port information of the feeding ports in the feeding module to switch the function, quantity, and other information of the feeding ports, thereby ensuring that the feeding ports meet the actual product batch characteristics, improving the feeding efficiency of the detection process, and ultimately guaranteeing the overall detection efficiency.

[0059] In one embodiment, it can be as follows Figure 1 As shown, the feeding device also includes an interaction module, wherein:

[0060] The interaction module is connected to the control module and is used to acquire interaction information and control the control module according to the interaction information.

[0061] In this embodiment, the feeding device includes an interaction module. The interaction module helps to realize real-time information interaction of the feeding machine during the working process, improves the interaction and control efficiency between technicians and equipment, and thus ensures the overall efficiency of the testing process of the testing equipment.

[0062] In one embodiment, it can be as follows Figure 1 As shown, the editable unloading port is equipped with an editable information label, and the unloading device also includes a code reading module, wherein:

[0063] The code reading module is used to identify and read the editable information tag in order to obtain the port information of the editable feeding port.

[0064] In this embodiment, an editable information label is set on the editable feeding port. In conjunction with the code reading device in the feeding device, it helps to realize the rapid reading of port information and improves the configuration switching efficiency of the feeding port.

[0065] In one embodiment, the control module is further configured to bind the product information of the target product to the port information of the corresponding editable unloading port in response to the completion of the unloading of the target product.

[0066] In this embodiment, during the unloading process of the target product, the product information can be bound to the port information of its corresponding editable unloading port, thereby improving the management efficiency of the target product. In the event of an anomaly, the faulty port can be quickly traced and located, thus improving the detection efficiency of the detection device.

[0067] In one embodiment, the port change information includes: port definition change information and port order change information.

[0068] For example, it can be as follows Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown in the figure, the feeding device after the port change can be as shown in the figure.

[0069] In this embodiment, the definition of the editable feeding port can be changed, as well as the order of the ports, to meet different testing application requirements and improve the flexibility of the testing equipment application.

[0070] In one embodiment, the port type corresponding to the port information configured in the editable unloading port is unique.

[0071] In this embodiment, the port type corresponding to the port information configured in the editable feeding port is unique, thereby ensuring that the output of materials between ports is mutually exclusive, improving the stability of the output of the detection equipment, and reducing the possibility of abnormal events such as mixing.

[0072] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a method for controlling a feeding device, which can, as follows: Figure 5 As shown, it includes:

[0073] Step 502: In response to the startup of the target device, acquire the production signal, and generate the production process based on the preset process configuration algorithm and the production signal.

[0074] Step 504: Generate port information based on the production process and send it to the editable unloading port for port configuration.

[0075] Step 506: In response to the acquisition of interactive information, determine the port change information.

[0076] Step 508: Modify the port information of the editable unloading port based on the port change information.

[0077] In this embodiment, a material feeding device control method provided by this application includes: in response to the start of the target device, acquiring a production signal; generating a production process based on a preset process configuration algorithm according to the production signal; generating port information based on the production process and sending it to an editable material feeding port for port configuration; in response to the acquisition of interactive information, determining port change information; and changing the port information of the editable material feeding port based on the port change information. In implementation, during the execution of the generated process, the control module can change the port information of the material feeding port of the material feeding module to realize the switching of information such as the function and quantity of the material feeding port, so that the material feeding port meets the actual product batch characteristics, thereby improving the material feeding efficiency of the detection process of the detection device and ensuring the overall detection efficiency.

[0078] In one embodiment, such as Figure 6 As shown, step 508 includes:

[0079] Step 602: Modify the port information of the editable unloading port based on the port change information;

[0080] Step 604: Overwrite the historical port information of the editable unloading port based on the modified port information.

[0081] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, step 506 includes:

[0082] Step 702: Obtain the interaction information and perform permission verification on the associated target object based on the interaction information.

[0083] Step 704: In response to the target object passing the permission verification, determine the port change information.

[0084] In this embodiment, changes to the feeding port require authorization verification, which helps improve system security.

[0085] In one specific embodiment, a specific feeding device control method can be as follows: Figure 8 As shown.

[0086] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a detection device, including a feeding device according to any one of the above embodiments, wherein the feeding device is controlled to operate based on a feeding device control method as described in any one of the above embodiments.

[0087] It is understood that the above-mentioned feeding device, feeding device control method and detection equipment can also take other forms, and are not limited to the forms mentioned in the above embodiments, as long as they can achieve the function of defining the type and quantity of feeding ports according to application requirements, thereby improving the flexibility of the feeding machine and reducing the configuration cost.

[0088] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments," "other embodiments," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative descriptions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiments or examples.

[0089] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0090] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A blanking device control method characterized by, The method is applied to a blanking device, and the blanking device comprises: a control module configured to acquire a production signal, form a production flow according to the production signal, and classify target products according to detection results of the target products in the production flow; a blanking module connected to the control module and configured to classify and blank the target products, wherein the blanking module comprises a plurality of editable blanking ports, port information of the editable blanking ports is defined by the control module, and the port information of the editable blanking ports is changed in response to port change information output by the control module; a transplanting and carrying module connected to the control module, wherein the transplanting and carrying module is controlled by the control module and is configured to carry the target products to the editable blanking ports matched with classification results of the target products; the blanking device further comprises: an interaction module connected to the control module and configured to acquire interaction information and control the control module according to the interaction information; the editable blanking ports are provided with editable information tags, and the blanking device further comprises: a code reading module configured to identify and read the editable information tags to acquire the port information of the editable blanking ports; the control module is further configured to bind product information of the target products to the port information of the corresponding editable blanking ports in response to completion of blanking of the target products; the method comprises the following steps: in response to starting of a target device, acquiring a production signal, and generating a production flow according to the production signal based on a preset flow configuration algorithm; generating port information based on the production flow and delivering the port information to editable blanking ports for port configuration; in response to acquisition of interaction information, determining port change information; changing port information of the editable blanking ports based on the port change information.

2. The control method of a blanking device according to claim 1, wherein the changing of the port information of the editable blanking ports based on the port change information comprises: changing the port information of the editable blanking ports based on the port change information; covering historical port information of the editable blanking ports based on the changed port information.

3. The method of controlling a blanking device according to claim 1, wherein the determining of the port change information in response to the acquisition of the interaction information comprises: acquiring the interaction information, performing permission verification on a target object associated with the interaction information, and determining the port change information in response to the target object passing the permission verification.

4. The method of claim 1, wherein the port change information comprises port definition change information and port order change information.

5. The method of controlling a blanking device according to claim 1, wherein a port type corresponding to the port information configured in the editable blanking port is unique.

6. The method of controlling a blanking device according to claim 1, wherein the method further comprises: in response to monitoring of an abnormal event, locating a fault port with an abnormality according to the port information.

7. The method of controlling a blanking device according to claim 5, wherein the port information is used to maintain mutual exclusion of discharge types of different editable blanking ports.

8. A detection device, characterized by the detection device is controlled based on the blanking device control method according to any one of claims 1-7.

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