Battery assembling equipment

Abstract

The invention discloses battery assembly equipment, and relates to the technical field of battery assembly, and the battery assembly equipment comprises an equipment platform, a conveying mechanism, a plurality of product tools, a plurality of assembly mechanisms and a material transfer mechanism; the conveying mechanism is mounted on the equipment platform and comprises a conveying belt, and the conveying belt is movably arranged relative to the equipment platform and is annular; the multiple product tools are installed on the conveying belt at intervals and used for fixing products. The multiple assembling mechanisms are installed on the equipment platform and comprise a first surface mounting mechanism, a welding mechanism, a second surface mounting mechanism and a testing mechanism which are sequentially and annularly arranged on the periphery of the conveying belt at intervals. The material transferring mechanism is arranged on the equipment platform and used for transferring the products from the product tools. All assembling procedures are integrated in one device, assembling of the multiple assembling procedures can be achieved through one-time feeding and discharging, the assembling steps are simplified, the assembling efficiency is improved, and meanwhile the assembling cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of assembly equipment, and in particular to a battery assembly equipment. Background Art

[0002] With the development of new energy technology, new energy batteries are widely used in many fields. With the increase in battery demand, battery manufacturers have also had a greater demand for battery assembly efficiency. After the existing batteries are produced and assembled, they still need to go through processes such as top glue mounting, side glue mounting, electrical testing, and welding.

[0003] In the prior art, each of the above processes corresponds to a device, and then multiple devices are connected in series in the order of the assembly process, or a loading machine and a unloading machine are set at the feed port and discharge port of each device, and the battery assembly is switched to different devices by manual transfer to complete each assembly process. This existing battery assembly method requires more equipment, resulting in complicated assembly steps, low assembly efficiency, and high assembly cost. Summary of the invention

[0004] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a battery assembly device, aiming to solve the problems of complicated existing battery assembly steps, low assembly efficiency and high assembly cost.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention proposes a battery assembly device, which includes an equipment platform, a conveying mechanism, a plurality of product tools, a plurality of assembly mechanisms and a material transfer mechanism; the conveying mechanism is installed on the equipment platform, and the conveying mechanism includes a conveyor belt, which is movably arranged relative to the equipment platform, and the conveyor belt is ring-shaped; a plurality of product tools are installed on the conveyor belt at intervals, and the product tools are used to fix products; a plurality of assembly mechanisms are all installed on the equipment platform, and the plurality of assembly mechanisms include a first mounting mechanism, a welding mechanism, a second mounting mechanism and a testing mechanism, which are sequentially arranged at intervals on the outer periphery of the conveyor belt; the material transfer mechanism is arranged on the equipment platform, and is used to transfer the product from the product tooling.

[0006] In one embodiment of the present invention, a loading and unloading area is provided on the surface of the equipment platform, and the loading and unloading area is located on one side of the conveyor belt and between the first mounting mechanism and the testing mechanism along the circumferential direction of the conveyor belt. The material transfer mechanism is provided in the loading and unloading area and is used to transfer the products to be assembled to the product tooling, and to transfer the assembled products from the product tooling to the loading and unloading area.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, the material transfer mechanism includes a first robotic arm and a first mounting component that are connected to each other. The first robotic arm can be rotatably installed on the equipment platform and drives the first mounting component to move between the conveyor belt and the loading and unloading areas. The first mounting component has a vacuum channel connected to an external negative pressure device, and the first mounting component absorbs the product through the vacuum channel.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment includes two material transfer mechanisms, both of which are arranged in the loading and unloading area. One material transfer mechanism is used to transfer the product to be processed to the product tooling, and the other material transfer mechanism is used to transfer the assembled product to the loading and unloading area.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, the product tooling includes a base, a first elastic member and a stopper, the base is installed on the conveyor belt, a limiting groove is provided on the surface of the base facing away from the equipment platform, the stopper is movably arranged in the limiting groove, and is used to press the product against the groove wall of the limiting groove, and the two ends of the first elastic member are elastically abutted against the stopper and the base respectively.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, the product tooling also includes two limit blocks, both of which are arranged in the limit groove, the stop block and the two limit blocks are combined to form a clamping groove, and the clamping groove is used to place the product, and the two limit blocks are provided with a chamfered surface on one side facing the clamping groove.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, the conveying mechanism further comprises a slide rail, the slide rail is annular and mounted on the equipment platform, and the conveyor belt is rotatably disposed on a side of the slide rail away from the equipment platform;

[0012] A guide wheel is provided on one side of the base facing the slide rail. The guide wheel is rotatably arranged on the slide rail and slides along the slide rail driven by the conveyor belt.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment further includes an optical detection mechanism, which is installed on the equipment platform and located between the first mounting mechanism and the welding mechanism, and is used to detect the fitting appearance of the first mounting mechanism.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment also includes a waste collection mechanism, which is installed on the equipment platform and located between the optical detection mechanism and the welding mechanism. The waste collection mechanism includes a mounting frame, a second robotic arm and a collection carrier. The second robotic arm is installed on the mounting frame and is movably arranged between the collection carrier and the conveyor belt.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the second robotic arm is provided with a clamping claw at one end facing the collecting carrier, the clamping claw includes three clamping teeth, the collecting carrier is provided with a plurality of collecting slots, the collecting carrier is provided with a plurality of avoidance channels, the outer periphery of each of the collecting slots is provided with three avoidance channels which are rotationally symmetrically arranged along the center of the collecting slot, and are connected with the three avoidance channels, and the three avoidance channels are respectively used to avoid the three clamping teeth.

[0016] The battery assembly equipment proposed in the present invention includes an equipment platform, a conveying mechanism, multiple product tools, multiple assembly mechanisms and a material transfer mechanism, wherein the conveying mechanism, multiple assembly mechanisms and the material transfer mechanism are all installed on the equipment platform. The conveying mechanism includes a conveyor belt, which is annular and movably arranged on the equipment platform. The product tooling is used to fix the product, and multiple product tools are installed on the conveyor belt at intervals and move with the conveyor belt. Multiple assembly mechanisms include a first mounting mechanism, a welding mechanism, a second mounting mechanism and a testing mechanism that are sequentially arranged on the outer periphery of the conveyor belt. Therefore, when assembling the battery, the product to be assembled is placed in the product tooling through the material transfer mechanism, and the product tooling is sequentially transmitted to different assembly mechanisms along the conveyor belt, and assembled by different assembly mechanisms to finally form an assembled product. That is, the present application integrates various assembly processes into one device, and multiple assembly processes can be assembled by loading and unloading materials at one time, which simplifies the assembly steps, improves the assembly efficiency, and reduces the assembly cost. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] 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 some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying creative work.

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a battery assembly device provided by the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle equipment platform in the loading and unloading area and the material transfer mechanism;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Left view of

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A local enlarged schematic diagram at point A;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The structural diagram of the material transfer mechanism;

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 1 Structural diagram of the transmission mechanism and product tooling;

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Left view of

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the structure of the product tooling;

[0026] Fig. 9 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the waste collection mechanism and product tooling;

[0027] Fig.10 for Fig. 9 A partial enlarged schematic diagram at point B.

[0028] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0029] 1. Battery assembly equipment; 10. Equipment platform; 11. Loading and unloading area; 20. Conveying mechanism; 21. Conveyor belt; 22. Slide rail; 30. Product tooling; 31. Base; 311. Limiting groove; 32. First elastic member; 33. Stopper; 34. Limiting block; 35. Clamping groove; 351. Chamfered surface; 36. Guide wheel; 41. First mounting mechanism; 42. Optical detection mechanism; 43. Welding mechanism; 44. Second mounting mechanism; 45. Testing mechanism; 50. Material transfer mechanism; 51. First robotic arm; 51 1. Rotating arm; 512. Second rotating block; 513. First rotating block; 52. First mounting component; 521. Slider; 521a. Stop block; 522. Second elastic component; 523. Suction block; 523a. Stop groove; 60. Waste collecting mechanism; 61. Mounting frame; 62. Second robotic arm; 621. Clamping claw; 621a. Clamping teeth; 63. Collecting carrier; 631. Collecting groove; 632. Avoiding passage; 70. Flipping mechanism; 71. Turntable; 80. Third robotic arm; 81. Suction cup; 90. Fixed frame.

[0030] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0033] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present invention, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features limited to "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel solutions. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes solution A, solution B, or solutions that satisfy both A and B. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in the field to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0034] The present invention provides a battery assembly device 1 .

[0035] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment 1 includes an equipment platform 10, a conveying mechanism 20, a plurality of product tools 30, a plurality of assembly mechanisms and a material transfer mechanism 50; the conveying mechanism 20 is installed on the equipment platform 10, and the conveying mechanism 20 includes a conveyor belt 21, which is movably arranged relative to the equipment platform 10, and the conveyor belt 21 is annular; a plurality of product tools 30 are installed at intervals on the conveyor belt 21, and the product tools 30 are used to fix products; a plurality of assembly mechanisms are all installed on the equipment platform 10, and the plurality of assembly mechanisms include a first mounting mechanism 41, a welding mechanism 43, a second mounting mechanism 44 and a testing mechanism 45 which are sequentially arranged at intervals on the outer periphery of the conveyor belt 21; the material transfer mechanism 50 is arranged on the equipment platform 10, and is used to transfer products from the product tools 30.

[0036] In this embodiment, the equipment platform 10 serves as the basic structure of the battery assembly equipment 1 and provides a stable installation and operation platform for other components. The equipment platform 10 is made of a high-strength, wear-resistant metal alloy material to ensure its stability and load-bearing capacity.

[0037] The conveyor belt 21 realizes reciprocating motion at a set speed and direction through a driving mechanism such as a motor, hydraulic or cylinder. The driving mechanism and the conveyor belt 21 are connected through transmission components such as gears, chains or synchronous belts to ensure the accuracy and stability of power transmission.

[0038] Furthermore, the conveyor belt 21 is configured as a ring structure, so that the conveyor belt 21 can continuously circulate, thereby realizing continuous processing of the product. Compared with the traditional linear transmission method, the ring conveyor belt 21 does not need to be frequently started and stopped, which reduces mechanical wear and energy consumption, while ensuring the efficient operation of the production line. In addition, the ring design enables the conveyor belt 21 to adapt to more complex path planning. For example, when multiple process processing is required, a seamless connection between the processes can be achieved through a reasonable layout, further improving the flexibility and efficiency of production. For example, the present application symmetrically arranges the assembly mechanisms on both sides of the ring conveyor belt 21.

[0039] Each product jig 30 is used to fix one or more products to be processed. The product jig 30 can fix the product by means of magnetism, vacuum adsorption or clamps to ensure that the product remains stable and motionless during the entire processing process. Multiple product jigs 30 can be evenly spaced on the conveyor belt 21 so that multiple assembly mechanisms can process the products in multiple product jigs 30 at the same time to improve assembly efficiency. The product jig 30 is fixed to the conveyor belt 21 by bolts, magnetism or clamping, and the spacing between each product jig 30 can be adjusted according to the size of different products to adapt to products of different sizes or different assembly mechanisms.

[0040] The first mounting mechanism 41 is used to accurately mount the top glue on the product surface; the welding mechanism 43 is responsible for welding the components in the battery assembly together; the second mounting mechanism 44 can mount the side glue on the product surface; the testing mechanism 45 is used to detect the assembled product for electrical testing to determine whether the assembled product has electrical defects. By arranging these assembly mechanisms on the periphery of the conveyor belt 21 according to the processing sequence of the products, it is ensured that each product can go through each process in sequence and finally form a complete and qualified battery assembly.

[0041] The material transfer mechanism 50 is arranged on the equipment platform 10, and is used to transfer the product to be assembled to the product tooling 30, and to transfer the assembled product out of the product tooling 30. The material transfer mechanism 50 can be a mechanical gripper 621 or a composite structure composed of a first mechanical arm 51 and a mounting component. The mechanical gripper 621 can be pneumatically or electrically driven to accurately grip and release the product; the first mechanical arm 51 can drive the mounting component to move between the conveyor belt 21 and the loading and unloading area 11 by rotating or telescopic action, and the mounting component grabs and releases the product by vacuum adsorption or magnetic adsorption.

[0042] This embodiment integrates multiple assembly processes on one equipment platform 10 and adopts the design of an endless conveyor belt 21, which significantly simplifies the steps of battery assembly and avoids the cumbersome operation and low efficiency caused by multiple devices connected in series in the traditional method. The endless conveyor belt 21 realizes continuous processing of products, reduces mechanical wear and energy consumption, adapts to more complex path planning, and ensures efficient operation of the production line.

[0043] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, a loading and unloading area 11 is provided on the surface of the equipment platform 10. The loading and unloading area 11 is located on one side of the conveyor belt 21 and is located between the first mounting mechanism 41 and the testing mechanism 45 along the circumferential direction of the conveyor belt 21. The material transfer mechanism 50 is provided in the loading and unloading area 11 and is used to transfer the products to be assembled to the product tooling 30, and to transfer the assembled products from the product tooling 30 to the loading and unloading area 11.

[0044] In this embodiment, the loading and unloading area 11 is set at a position that is convenient for operators to manage the entry and exit of materials, and also ensures the convenience and efficiency of loading and unloading products. The loading and unloading area 11 can be equipped with an automated conveying device to quickly and accurately deliver the products to be assembled into the corresponding product tooling 30 on the conveyor belt 21. In addition, the loading and unloading area 11 can also be provided with multiple storage locations, and the storage locations store multiple material trays for classified storage of products to be assembled or assembled, which is convenient for selection and use in subsequent processes. Each material tray is equipped with an identification code, which can help operators quickly identify and take the required materials, reducing the possibility of misoperation.

[0045] The material transfer mechanism 50 is arranged in the loading and unloading area 11, which not only improves the efficiency and accuracy of material in and out, but also reduces manual intervention and improves the automation level of the entire production process. Through this layout, it is ensured that the products to be assembled can be quickly and accurately transferred to the product tooling 30 on the conveyor belt 21, and the assembled products can also be smoothly returned to the loading and unloading area 11, further optimizing the fluidity and continuity of the production line.

[0046] Combination Figure 3 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the material transfer mechanism 50 includes a first robotic arm 51 and a first mounting component 52 connected to each other. The first robotic arm 51 is rotatably installed on the equipment platform 10, and drives the first mounting component 52 to move between the conveyor belt 21 and the loading and unloading area 11. The first mounting component 52 has a vacuum channel connected to an external negative pressure device, and the first mounting component 52 absorbs the product through the vacuum channel.

[0047] In this embodiment, the first robot arm 51 is rotatably mounted on the equipment platform 10 through a bearing or a rotary joint, so that the first robot arm 51 can rotate freely within a certain range, thereby ensuring that the first robot arm 51 can flexibly move between the conveyor belt 21 and the loading and unloading area 11 to meet the needs of product grabbing and placing at different positions. In addition, the first robot arm 51 can be equipped with a multi-axis linkage system, which can accurately control the movement of the first robot arm 51 according to a preset program. For example, the first robot arm 51 can be controlled to rotate, retract, and perform multi-directional compound movements to ensure that each operation can accurately transfer the product from the loading and unloading area 11 to the product tooling 30 on the conveyor belt 21.

[0048] The vacuum channel inside the first mounting component 52 is a pipeline structure with two ends connected, one end is connected to the external negative pressure device through a hose, and the other end is facing the side of the product tooling 30 for adsorbing materials or products.

[0049] A soft rubber pad or silicone ring is provided at the connection between the first mounting part 52 and the external negative pressure device to prevent air leakage and ensure the stability of the vacuum degree, thereby improving the stability of the grasping. The external negative pressure device can be an electric vacuum pump or a compressed air system, which is connected to the interface on the suction block 523 through a hose to ensure that the required negative pressure level can be stably maintained during the operation.

[0050] By sucking the product through the vacuum channel, the first mounting component 52 can accurately grasp the product, avoiding the surface damage problem that may be caused by traditional clamps. At the same time, since the vacuum channel is closely connected to the external negative pressure device, the vacuum can be quickly established and released, thereby achieving rapid grasping and releasing. This not only improves work efficiency, but also reduces waiting time, further improving the continuity of production. In addition, the vacuum adsorption method is safer and will not cause product deformation or damage due to mechanical clamping. The first mounting component 52 can also be equipped with a pressure sensor to monitor the adsorption status in real time to ensure that each operation is in the best state.

[0051] Further, combined with Figure 5As shown, the first robotic arm 51 includes a rotating arm 511, a first rotating block 513 and a second rotating block 512 which are rotatably connected in sequence, one end of the rotating arm 511 is rotatably mounted on the device platform 10, and the other end is rotatably connected to the first rotating block 513, one end of the second rotating block 512 is rotatably mounted on the device platform 10, and the other end is rotatably connected to the first rotating block 513, and the first mounting component 52 is mounted on the first rotating block 513.

[0052] In this embodiment, the rotating arm 511 serves as the main supporting part of the first robotic arm 51, and one end of the rotating arm 511 is rotatably mounted on the equipment platform 10 through a bearing, so that the rotating arm 511 can perform all-round rotational movement with the connection point with the equipment platform 10 as the axis, thereby ensuring that the rotating arm 511 can be quickly adjusted to the desired angle to adapt to different working environments and task requirements.

[0053] The other end of the rotating arm 511 is rotatably connected to the first rotating block 513 through a bearing to form a first rotating joint to ensure that the first rotating block 513 can rotate freely relative to the rotating arm 511. The first rotating block 513 not only carries the power transmission from the rotating arm 511, but also supports the subsequent movement of the second rotating block 512 and the first mounting component 52, and is the core component of the entire first robotic arm 51.

[0054] Similarly, one end of the second rotating block 512 is also rotatably mounted on the equipment platform 10 through a bearing, forming a second independent rotating joint, so that the second rotating block 512 can rotate independently of the rotating arm 511 in the horizontal direction, thereby increasing the flexibility of the first robot arm 51 in three-dimensional space. The other end of the second rotating block 512 is rotatably connected to the first rotating block 513, and the two are also connected by a low-friction bearing to ensure smooth transition and coordinated movement between the two rotating blocks. This multi-level rotating connection design gives the first robot arm 51 great operational freedom, enabling it to complete complex product transfer tasks in a small space.

[0055] During the material transfer process, efficient and precise operation is achieved through the multi-stage rotation of the first mechanical arm 51. First, the first mechanical arm 51 moves to the designated position and prepares to take out the product from the material tray or the product fixture 30. At this time, the rotating arm 511 starts to work, driving the first rotating block 513 to approach the material tray, and grabs the product through a specific structure (such as a suction nozzle or a clamp 621) on the first mounting member 52. After successfully grabbing the product, the rotating arm 511 rotates again to bring the first mounting member 52 together with the product to the top of the loading and unloading area 11 or the conveyor belt 21. In this process, the first rotating block 513 and the second rotating block 512 can be adjusted at additional angles according to actual needs to ensure that the first mounting member 52 can approach the product surface in the best posture. Next, the first mounting member 52 slowly descends until the product is placed in the product fixture 30 or transferred from the product fixture 30 to the loading and unloading area 11. Finally, the first mounting member 52 releases the product to complete a material transfer operation.

[0056] Combination Figure 5 As shown, the other end of the rotating arm 511 is bent toward the first rotating block 513 to form a structure in the shape of a barb.

[0057] In this embodiment, the hook-shaped structure enables the rotating arm 511 to perform a wider range of movements in the horizontal and vertical directions, further expanding the operating space of the first robotic arm 51. In particular, when approaching the extreme position, the rotating arm 511 can still maintain good operating performance, which is more important for completing complex transfer actions in a small space.

[0058] The barb-shaped structure also improves the convenience during the transfer process. When approaching the material tray or product, the barb-shaped structure can better adapt to different angles and positions, ensuring that the first mounting part 52 can accurately grab the product and place it in the desired position. When the first mechanical arm 51 performs a large range of movements in different directions, the barb-shaped design effectively avoids interference with other components and ensures the smoothness of the movement. In addition, the additional support provided by the barb-shaped structure plays a stabilizing role in the material transfer process, ensuring that each movement can achieve the expected effect, further improving the reliability and work efficiency of the system. The barb-shaped structure can effectively avoid other components, reduce possible collisions or interference during the rotation process, and provide more space for internal transmission components and wiring, making the entire first mechanical arm 51 more compact and easy to maintain. More importantly, the barb-shaped structure helps to disperse the load from the first rotating block 513, reduce local stress concentration, and extend the service life of the rotating arm 511 and the entire first mechanical arm 51.

[0059] Combination Figure 5In one embodiment of the present invention, the first mounting component 52 includes a suction block 523, and the suction block 523 is provided with a vacuum channel with two ends passing therethrough. One end of the vacuum channel is connected to an external negative pressure device, and the other end faces one side of the product tooling 30, and is used to adsorb and move the product.

[0060] In this embodiment, the suction block 523 generates a strong suction force by connecting to an external negative pressure device, thereby achieving precise grasping and placement of the product.

[0061] The suction block 523 is the core part of the first mounting part 52. It is made of a high-strength, corrosion-resistant material with good airtightness, such as engineering plastics or aluminum alloy. The inner wall of the suction block 523 is smooth and burr-free to ensure the sealing and durability of the vacuum channel. The suction block 523 can be flat or cylindrical to adapt to different products. In addition, the front end of the suction block 523, that is, the side facing the product tooling 30, is provided with a soft rubber pad or silicone ring to increase the friction and sealing effect between the product and prevent sliding or air leakage during operation.

[0062] The vacuum channel inside the suction block 523 is a pipe structure with two ends connected. One end is connected to the external negative pressure device through a hose, and the other end is facing the side of the product tooling 30 for adsorbing the product.

[0063] The external negative pressure device can be an electric vacuum pump or a compressed air system, which is connected to the interface on the suction block 523 through a hose to ensure that the required negative pressure level can be stably maintained during the operation. In addition, a pressure sensor can be equipped to monitor the vacuum degree in real time to ensure that each movement can achieve the best effect.

[0064] Combination Figure 5 In one embodiment of the present invention, the first mounting component 52 also includes a slider 521 and a second elastic component 522. The slider 521 is movably mounted on the first robotic arm 51. The suction block 523 is slidably connected to the slider 521. The second elastic component 522 elastically abuts between the slider 521 and the first robotic arm 51.

[0065] In this embodiment, the slider 521 is movably mounted on the first robotic arm 51 through structures such as guide rails or bearings. The slider 521 moves smoothly and stably along a predetermined path under the guidance of the first robotic arm 51 to ensure that the first mounting component 52 can accurately reach the desired position during the entire operation.

[0066] The suction block 523 is slidably connected to the slider 521 through a linear guide or a ball bearing, so that the suction block 523 can move smoothly and freely relative to the slider 521 within a certain range. In order to improve the accuracy and reliability of the sliding connection, a lubricant or a sealing ring can be added to the connection between the suction block 523 and the slider 521 to reduce friction and prevent dust from entering.

[0067] The second elastic member 522 elastically abuts between the slider 521 and the first mechanical arm 51, playing an important role in buffering and adjusting pressure. Specifically, the second elastic member 522 can be in the form of a spring, a rubber pad or a shrapnel, and these materials have good elasticity and recovery ability. When the first mounting member 52 approaches the product tooling 30, the second elastic member 522 can automatically adjust the contact pressure between the suction block 523 and the product to ensure that each product transfer can achieve the best effect. For example, when adsorbing the product, the second elastic member 522 can be slightly compressed or stretched according to actual needs, thereby compensating for the error caused by the uneven surface of the product, thereby improving the accuracy and consistency of product transfer. In addition, the second elastic member 522 can also absorb and disperse the impact force from the outside to protect the first mounting member 52 and other related components from damage. In addition, a third elastic member is also provided between the slider 521 and the suction block 523.

[0068] Combination Figure 5 In one embodiment of the present invention, a blocking block 521a is provided around the slider 521, and a stopping groove 523a is provided on the suction block 523. The stopping groove 523a extends along the moving direction of the suction block 523. The blocking block 521a is at least partially located in the stopping groove 523a and limits the moving distance of the suction block 523 relative to the slider 521.

[0069] In this embodiment, the existence of the blocking block 521a not only provides an additional guiding function for the suction block 523, so that it maintains linear motion during movement and avoids the occurrence of offset or jamming, but also plays a key limiting role when the suction block 523 approaches its maximum moving distance. The extension length of the stop groove 523a determines the maximum moving distance of the suction block 523, thereby avoiding operational errors or component damage caused by excessive movement of the suction block 523.

[0070] Specifically, when the suction block 523 moves under the guidance of the slider 521, the blocking block 521a is at least partially located in the stop groove 523a. The cooperation between the two plays a dual role: first, the moving range of the suction block 523 is accurately controlled to ensure that each product transfer is completed within the preset range; second, an additional guiding function is provided to enable the suction block 523 to maintain stable linear motion during the movement process, avoiding unnecessary offset or jamming. When the suction block 523 approaches its maximum moving distance, the blocking block 521a will touch the end of the stop groove 523a, preventing the suction block 523 from moving forward, thereby protecting the first mounting component 52 and other related components from potential damage. In addition, this design also facilitates the adjustment of the initial position of the suction block 523, and only needs to remove the blocking block 521a from the stop groove 523a and reposition it.

[0071] During the entire product transfer process, the cooperation between the blocking block 521a and the stop groove 523a ensures that the first mounting component 52 can flexibly cope with various complex situations. When the first mounting component 52 approaches the product, the slider 521 moves accurately according to the preset trajectory, so that the suction block 523 can be correctly aligned with the target position. At the same time, the cooperation between the blocking block 521a and the stop groove 523a limits the movement range of the suction block 523, avoiding operational errors or component damage caused by excessive movement, and providing reliable protection for large-scale production and automated applications. In this way, the first mounting component 52 not only achieves efficient and precise operation, but also significantly improves the reliability and durability of the system.

[0072] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment 1 includes two material transfer mechanisms 50, both of which are arranged in the loading and unloading area 11, one material transfer mechanism 50 is used to transfer the product to be processed to the product tooling 30, and the other material transfer mechanism 50 is used to transfer the assembled product to the loading and unloading area 11.

[0073] In this embodiment, by setting up two independent material transfer mechanisms 50, the speed and accuracy of material transfer are significantly improved, manual intervention is reduced, and the automation level and efficiency of production are improved. First, the two material transfer mechanisms 50 focus on different tasks respectively, thereby avoiding the switching time between grabbing and placing of a single material transfer mechanism 50, and greatly shortening the overall operation cycle. Secondly, each material transfer mechanism 50 can be optimized and adjusted according to actual needs, such as adjusting the motion path of the first mechanical arm 51 or the parameter setting of the vacuum channel to adapt to different types of products. In addition, the collaborative work between the two material transfer mechanisms 50 can further optimize the overall process of the production line and ensure that each link operates efficiently. For example, one material transfer mechanism 50 is used to place the product to be assembled into the product tooling 30, and the other material transfer mechanism 50 is used to transfer the assembled product from the product tooling 30 to the material tray. The two material transfer mechanisms 50 work together to improve production efficiency.

[0074] Further, such as Figure 4As shown, the battery assembly equipment 1 also includes a flipping mechanism 70, a turntable 71, a third robotic arm 80 and a fixed frame 90, wherein the fixed frame 90 is installed on the equipment platform 10 and is located in the loading and unloading area 11, and a sliding beam is provided on the surface of the fixed frame 90, and the third robotic arm 80 is movably installed on the sliding beam. A plurality of suction cups 81 are provided at one end of the third robotic arm 80, and the plurality of suction cups 81 are arranged in a line. When the product needs to be flipped, for example, when switching from top surface gluing to side gluing, the third robotic arm 80 can drive the plurality of suction cups 81 to simultaneously suck up the plurality of products in the material tray and put them into the turntable 71. The turntable 71 is rotatably connected to the flipping mechanism 70, and the flipping mechanism 70 can be a structure such as an electric motor or a motor, which drives the turntable 71 to rotate to realize the flipping of the product.

[0075] Combination Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the product tooling 30 includes a base 31, a first elastic member 32 and a stopper 33. The base 31 is installed on the conveyor belt 21. A limiting groove 311 is provided on the surface of the base 31 facing away from the equipment platform 10. The stopper 33 is movably arranged in the limiting groove 311 and is used to press the product against the groove wall of the limiting groove 311. The two ends of the first elastic member 32 are elastically abutted against the stopper 33 and the base 31 respectively.

[0076] In this embodiment, the base 31, the first elastic member 32 and the stopper 33 work together to ensure that the product is firmly fixed during the processing, and also provide a good buffering effect to protect the product from damage.

[0077] The base 31, as the basic part of the product tooling 30, is directly installed on the conveyor belt 21, and drives the product along a predetermined path as the conveyor belt 21 moves. A limiting groove 311 is provided on the surface of the base 31 away from the equipment platform 10. The design of the limiting groove 311 not only provides a movable space for the stopper 33, but also ensures the accurate placement and fixation of the product. The inside of the limiting groove 311 can be treated with anti-slip material or set with texture to increase friction and further improve the stability of the product.

[0078] The stopper 33 can firmly press the product against the groove wall of the limiting groove 311 by flexibly moving in the limiting groove 311 and with the help of the elastic force of the first elastic member 32, so as to ensure the stable fixation and precise positioning of the product during the processing.

[0079] The first elastic member 32 can be a spring or a spring sheet or other elastic element in different forms, which has good resilience and durability and can maintain stable performance in long-term use. The first elastic member 32 not only improves the fixing effect of the product, but also provides a good buffering effect to avoid product damage caused by mechanical shock or vibration.

[0080] Combination Figure 8 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the product tooling 30 also includes two limit blocks 34, both of which are arranged in the limit groove 311, and the stop block 33 and the two limit blocks 34 are enclosed to form a clamping groove 35, and the clamping groove 35 is used to place the product, and the two limit blocks 34 are provided with a chamfered surface 351 on one side facing the clamping groove 35.

[0081] In this embodiment, by providing two limit blocks 34, the moving range of the block 33 can be controlled more accurately, thereby avoiding the risk of excessive movement or deviation of the block 33. The clamping groove 35 formed by the block 33 and the two limit blocks 34 ensures the firm fixation of the product, while providing a good buffering effect to protect the product from damage. Specifically, the block 33 can move flexibly in the limit groove 311, and the elastic force provided by the first elastic member 32 firmly presses the product against the groove wall of the limit groove 311. The two limit blocks 34 further limit the moving range of the block 33, ensuring that it is always in the best position, thereby achieving precise clamping of the product. This synergistic effect not only improves the fixing effect of the product, but also reduces the risk of product damage caused by mechanical shock or vibration.

[0082] The chamfered surface 351 increases the contact area between the product and the limiting groove 311 when the product is placed therein, thereby reducing the pressure of the stopper 33 and the limiting block 34 on the product. At the same time, the chamfered surface 351 can also play a guiding role, ensuring that the product is smoothly taken in and out of the clamping groove 35.

[0083] Combination Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the conveying mechanism 20 further includes a slide rail 22, the slide rail 22 is annular and installed on the equipment platform 10, and the conveyor belt 21 is rotatably arranged on a side of the slide rail 22 away from the equipment platform 10;

[0084] A guide wheel 36 is provided on one side of the base 31 facing the slide rail 22 . The guide wheel 36 is rotatably provided on the slide rail 22 and slides along the slide rail 22 driven by the conveyor belt 21 .

[0085] In this embodiment, the slide rail 22 is a ring-shaped structure similar to the conveyor belt 21, so that the slide rail 22 can completely surround the movement path of the conveyor belt 21, so as to ensure that the product tooling 30 can obtain effective support and guidance from the slide rail 22 when it moves to any position along the conveyor belt 21, thereby improving the running stability of the conveyor belt 21 and the product tooling 30. The slide rail 22 also provides a reliable track for the guide wheel 36 on the base 31, ensuring that it slides smoothly on the slide rail 22.

[0086] The guide wheel 36 is equipped with a precise bearing and gear system, which can flexibly rotate under the traction of the conveyor belt 21 in different directions, ensuring that the base 31 slides smoothly on the slide rail 22 without generating additional friction resistance.

[0087] The cooperation between the guide wheel 36 and the slide rail 22 not only improves the running stability of the base 31, but also enhances the accuracy of the entire transmission system. Through the sliding of the guide wheel 36 on the slide rail 22, the base 31 can accurately move along the predetermined path driven by the conveyor belt 21, avoiding the risk of product damage caused by deviation or vibration. In addition, the guide wheel 36 also plays a buffering role, reducing the impact of mechanical shock on the base 31 and the product, and protecting the product quality.

[0088] Combination Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment 1 also includes an optical detection mechanism 42, which is installed on the equipment platform 10 and is located between the first mounting mechanism 41 and the welding mechanism 43. The optical detection mechanism 42 is used to detect the fitting appearance of the first mounting mechanism 41.

[0089] In this embodiment, the optical detection mechanism 42 can be a detection device such as a scanning camera system, an array camera system or a laser triangulation system. By arranging the optical detection mechanism 42 between the first mounting mechanism 41 and the welding mechanism 43, the optical detection mechanism 42 can perform appearance inspection on the product immediately after the mounting process, thereby ensuring that defects or problems can be discovered and handled in time, avoiding defective products from flowing into subsequent processes, and thus significantly improving the product qualification rate and production efficiency.

[0090] Combination Figure 1 , Fig. 9 as well as Fig.10 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the battery assembly equipment 1 also includes a waste collection mechanism 60, which is installed on the equipment platform 10 and is located between the optical detection mechanism 42 and the welding mechanism 43. The waste collection mechanism 60 includes a mounting frame 61, a second robotic arm 62 and a collection carrier 63. The second robotic arm 62 is installed on the mounting frame 61 and can be movably arranged between the collection carrier 63 and the conveyor belt 21.

[0091] In this embodiment, the waste collection mechanism 60 is used to process unqualified products or waste generated during the production process. By arranging the waste collection mechanism 60 between the optical detection mechanism 42 and the welding mechanism 43, the waste collection mechanism 60 can separate and collect unqualified products immediately after the detection process to prevent them from flowing into subsequent processes and affecting the overall product quality.

[0092] The mounting frame 61 is the base of the waste collection mechanism 60, and provides a fixation and support for the second robot arm 62 and the collection carrier 63. The mounting frame 61 is usually made of high-strength metal materials to ensure that it remains stable during long-term operation. The mounting frame 61 can be adjusted in height and angle according to actual needs to accommodate products of different sizes and shapes.

[0093] The second robot arm 62 is used to transfer the unqualified products from the conveyor belt 21 to the collection carrier 63. The second robot arm 62 is mounted on the mounting frame 61 and is precisely controlled by a multi-axis linkage system. It can rotate, extend, and perform multi-directional compound movements to achieve complex operations and movements.

[0094] The collection carrier 63 is a container for storing unqualified products in the waste collection mechanism 60. The collection carrier 63 is made of durable materials such as stainless steel or high-strength plastic to ensure that it maintains good performance during long-term use. In order to further improve the efficiency of waste collection, the collection carrier 63 can be designed in a modular form to facilitate replacement and cleaning. When a collection carrier 63 is full, the operator can quickly replace it with a new empty carrier to ensure that the waste collection process is uninterrupted. At the same time, the modular design also facilitates centralized processing and transportation, reducing the time and cost of secondary handling.

[0095] Specifically, when the optical detection mechanism 42 detects unqualified products, the second robotic arm 62 will automatically respond and start the waste collection program. First, the second robotic arm 62 moves to the specified position, and its clamp 621 or vacuum adsorption device quickly grabs the unqualified products. Then, the second robotic arm 62 lifts the unqualified products from the conveyor belt 21 and quickly transfers them to the collection carrier 63. After reaching the top of the collection carrier 63, the second robotic arm 62 releases the clamp 621 or turns off the vacuum adsorption device, and places the unqualified products in the collection carrier 63. After completing the waste collection, the second robotic arm 62 automatically returns to the initial position to prepare for the next operation.

[0096] Combination Fig. 9 and 10 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, a second robotic arm 62 is provided with a clamping claw 621 at one end facing the collecting carrier 63, the clamping claw 621 includes three clamping teeth 621a, the collecting carrier 63 is provided with a plurality of collecting grooves 631, and the collecting carrier 63 is provided with a plurality of avoidance channels 632. The outer periphery of each collecting groove 631 has three avoidance channels 632 which are rotationally symmetrically arranged along the center of the collecting groove 631 and are connected to the three avoidance channels 632. The three avoidance channels 632 are respectively used to avoid the three clamping teeth 621a.

[0097] In this embodiment, the design of the three clamping teeth 621a not only provides sufficient clamping force, but also can adapt to products of different shapes and sizes, ensuring that each operation can be completed accurately.

[0098] The collecting carrier 63 is provided with a plurality of collecting slots 631, each of which is used to store a single unqualified product. The outer periphery of each collecting slot 631 is provided with three avoidance channels 632 arranged rotationally symmetrically along the center of the collecting slot 631 to ensure that unqualified products can be placed smoothly. These avoidance channels 632 correspond to the three clamping teeth 621a one by one to ensure that when the clamping jaw 621 places unqualified products, the clamping teeth 621a can pass smoothly without interference.

[0099] Each collecting groove 631 has three escape channels 632 on its periphery, which are connected to the collecting groove 631. When the clamp 621 puts down the unqualified products, the three clamp teeth 621a can enter the corresponding escape channels 632 respectively. This design not only improves the placement accuracy, but also reduces the friction between the clamp 621 and the collecting carrier 63, thereby extending the service life of the device. In addition, the existence of the escape channel 632 also allows the clamp 621 to operate at different angles, thereby increasing flexibility and adaptability.

[0100] The above description is only an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural changes made by using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or directly / indirectly applied in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A battery assembly device, characterized in that: The battery assembly equipment comprises: Device platform; A conveying mechanism, the conveying mechanism is installed on the equipment platform, the conveying mechanism comprises a conveyor belt, the conveyor belt is movably arranged relative to the equipment platform, and the conveyor belt is ring-shaped; A plurality of product jigs, wherein the plurality of product jigs are installed on the conveyor belt at intervals, and the product jigs are used to fix products; A plurality of assembly mechanisms, each of which is installed on the equipment platform, and includes a first mounting mechanism, a welding mechanism, a second mounting mechanism, and a testing mechanism which are sequentially arranged in an annular manner on the outer circumference of the conveyor belt; and A material transfer mechanism is disposed on the equipment platform and is used to transfer the product from the product tooling.

2. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A loading and unloading area is provided on the surface of the equipment platform, and the loading and unloading area is located on one side of the conveyor belt and between the first mounting mechanism and the testing mechanism along the circumferential direction of the conveyor belt. The material transfer mechanism is provided in the loading and unloading area and is used to transfer the products to be assembled to the product tooling, and to transfer the assembled products from the product tooling to the loading and unloading area.

3. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The material transfer mechanism includes a first robotic arm and a first mounting component that are connected to each other. The first robotic arm is rotatably mounted on the equipment platform and drives the first mounting component to move between the conveyor belt and the loading and unloading areas. The first mounting component has a vacuum channel connected to an external negative pressure device, and the first mounting component absorbs the product through the vacuum channel.

4. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The battery assembly equipment includes two material transfer mechanisms, both of which are arranged in the loading and unloading areas. One material transfer mechanism is used to transfer the products to be processed to the product tooling, and the other material transfer mechanism is used to transfer the assembled products to the loading and unloading areas.

5. The battery assembly equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The product tooling includes a base, a first elastic member and a stopper. The base is installed on the conveyor belt. A limiting groove is provided on the surface of the base facing away from the equipment platform. The stopper is movably arranged in the limiting groove and is used to press the product against the groove wall of the limiting groove. The two ends of the first elastic member are elastically abutted against the stopper and the base respectively.

6. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The product tooling also includes two limit blocks, both of which are arranged in the limit groove, the stop block and the two limit blocks are combined to form a clamping groove, the clamping groove is used to place the product, and the two limit blocks are provided with a chamfered surface on one side facing the clamping groove.

7. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The conveying mechanism further comprises a slide rail, which is annular and mounted on the equipment platform, and the conveyor belt is rotatably arranged on a side of the slide rail away from the equipment platform; A guide wheel is provided on one side of the base facing the slide rail. The guide wheel is rotatably arranged on the slide rail and slides along the slide rail driven by the conveyor belt.

8. The battery assembly equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The battery assembly equipment also includes an optical detection mechanism, which is installed on the equipment platform and located between the first mounting mechanism and the welding mechanism. The optical detection mechanism is used to detect the fitting appearance of the first mounting mechanism.

9. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that: The battery assembly equipment also includes a waste collection mechanism, which is installed on the equipment platform and located between the optical detection mechanism and the welding mechanism. The waste collection mechanism includes a mounting frame, a second robotic arm and a collection carrier. The second robotic arm is installed on the mounting frame and is movably arranged between the collection carrier and the conveyor belt.

10. The battery assembly equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that: The second robotic arm is provided with a clamping claw at one end facing the collecting carrier, and the clamping claw includes three clamping teeth. The collecting carrier is provided with a plurality of collecting grooves, and the collecting carrier is provided with a plurality of avoidance channels. The outer periphery of each collecting groove has three avoidance channels which are rotationally symmetrically arranged along the center of the collecting groove, and are connected with the three avoidance channels, and the three avoidance channels are respectively used to avoid the three clamping teeth.

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