Transfer device, storage equipment and transportation method

Abstract

The invention discloses a transfer device, storage equipment and a transportation method. The transfer device comprises a base, a first support set, a second support set and an extension frame. The base comprises a bottom frame, a first sliding part and a moving structure, wherein the first sliding part and the moving structure are connected to the bottom frame. The second support set and the first support set jointly define a containing space used for containing workpieces. The extension frame is connected to the base and protrudes out of the base, and the extension frame is provided with a first guide piece capable of moving relative to the base so that the workpiece can enter or exit from the containing space conveniently. According to the method, the operation process is simplified, the requirement for manual intervention is reduced, and therefore the overall working efficiency is improved. And the extension frame protrudes out of the base to be in butt joint with other devices in the transfer process, so that the operation that the workpiece enters or exits from the containing space is more convenient, efficient and labor-saving.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of glass processing equipment, and in particular to a transfer device, storage equipment and a transportation method. Background Art

[0002] Glass is a material widely used in the fields of construction, automobiles, electronics, home decoration, etc., and its transportation is an important link between production and consumption. However, glass is a fragile material and is very difficult to transport. In particular, the original glass pieces are large in size and difficult to transport manually. The use of equipment such as cranes and conveyor belts for transportation will occupy the transportation space and storage space. In addition, when removing the original glass pieces from the cranes and conveyor belts and storing them in the warehouse, the operation is difficult and the efficiency is very low. The original glass pieces are easily damaged by bumps. Therefore, it is necessary to design a device that can easily, efficiently and safely transport glass. Summary of the invention

[0003] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a transfer device, storage equipment and transportation method, aiming to solve the technical problem of how to improve the efficiency of glass transfer.

[0004] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides a transfer device, comprising:

[0005] A base, comprising a base frame and a first sliding member and a motion structure connected to opposite sides of the base frame, wherein the first sliding member is configured to be able to move relative to the base frame to facilitate loading and unloading of workpieces, and the motion structure is configured to drive the base frame to move;

[0006] A first bracket group connected to the base;

[0007] A second bracket group, connected to the base and arranged opposite to the first bracket group, the second bracket group and the first bracket group jointly define a containing space, and the containing space is used to place the workpiece;

[0008] An extension frame is connected to the base and protrudes from the base. The extension frame is provided with a first guide member, and the first guide member is configured to be able to move relative to the base so that the workpiece enters or exits the accommodating space.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first bracket group includes a first frame and a second frame, the first frame and the second frame are arranged obliquely relative to the vertical direction, and one end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to one end of the second frame along the vertical direction, the other end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to the base frame, and the other end of the second frame along the vertical direction is connected to the base frame, and the side of the first frame facing away from the second frame is used to support the workpiece.

[0010] In some embodiments, an angle a formed by the first frame and the vertical direction satisfies: 3°≤a≤7°.

[0011] In some embodiments, an angle formed by the first frame and the vertical direction is not greater than an angle formed by the second frame and the vertical direction.

[0012] In some embodiments, the second bracket group includes a third frame and a fourth frame, the third frame is connected to the base frame and extends in a vertical direction, one end of the fourth frame is connected to the third frame, and the other end is connected to the base frame, and the fourth frame is inclined relative to the third frame.

[0013] In some embodiments, the base frame includes a first rail frame and a second rail frame that are adjacent to each other, and a plurality of first sliding members are provided on the side of the first rail frame and the second rail frame that are away from the motion structure, and the first sliding members are arranged at intervals.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first bracket group includes a first frame and a second frame, the first frame and the second frame are arranged obliquely relative to the vertical direction, and one end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to one end of the second frame along the vertical direction, the other end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to the first rail frame, and the other end of the second frame along the vertical direction is connected to the bottom frame, and the side of the first frame away from the second frame is used to support the workpiece;

[0015] The second bracket assembly includes a third frame and a fourth frame, wherein the third frame is connected to the bottom frame and extends in a vertical direction, one end of the fourth frame is connected to the third frame, and the other end is connected to the second rail frame, and the fourth frame is inclined relative to the third frame;

[0016] Wherein, the first bracket group includes a plurality of the first frames, the first frames are arranged at intervals, and the first rail between adjacent first frames is connected to at least one first sliding member;

[0017] The first rail forms a first projection on a projection plane, the projection plane is perpendicular to an extension direction of the first rail, the base forms a second projection on the projection plane, the center of the first projection is spaced from the center of the second projection in a horizontal direction, and the center of the first projection is located on a side close to the third frame.

[0018] In some embodiments, the extension frame includes a first extension portion and a second extension portion that are relatively arranged, one end of the first sliding member is connected to the first extension portion, and the other end is connected to the second extension portion, one end of the first extension portion is connected to the base frame and is located between the first frame and the second frame, one end of the second extension portion is connected to the base frame and is located between the third frame and the fourth frame, and the distance between the first extension portion and the second extension portion is not less than the distance between the first frame and the fourth frame.

[0019] The second aspect of the present invention also provides a storage device, comprising:

[0020] The transfer device described in any one of the above embodiments; and

[0021] A storage rack having a plurality of storage lanes, each of which is used to store the workpieces, the storage rack comprising a base, the base being provided with a plurality of second sliding members, and the second sliding members being located in the storage lanes;

[0022] The storage rack further comprises a protruding structure connected to the base and protruding from the base, the protruding structure being provided with a second guide member, the second guide member being configured to be movable relative to the base so that the workpiece enters or exits the storage lane;

[0023] Wherein, the transfer device is configured to store or retrieve the workpiece in the storage lane, and the extension frame is flush with the protruding structure so that the accommodating space is connected to the storage lane.

[0024] The third aspect of the present invention further provides a transportation method, which is suitable for controlling the storage device described in any of the above embodiments to store workpieces, and the transportation method comprises:

[0025] Controlling the transfer device to transport the workpiece to the storage rack and making the extension rack flush with the protruding structure;

[0026] The workpiece is guided from the accommodating space to the storage lane.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0028] In the technical solution of the present invention, by configuring the first sliding member, it is enabled to move relative to the base frame, which greatly facilitates the loading and disassembly process of the workpiece and improves the operating efficiency. The motion structure drives the base frame to move, which not only ensures the stability during the transportation process, but also effectively avoids the potential damage to the glass workpiece caused by vibration or bumps. In addition, the stable motion performance makes the transportation process more controllable and reliable, which helps to improve work efficiency. The relative arrangement of the first bracket group and the second bracket group jointly defines a storage space for placing the workpiece, which not only fully protects the workpiece during the transportation process, but also optimizes the space utilization and reduces the floor space required during the transportation process. The first guide member provided on the extension frame can move relative to the base, which enables the workpiece to easily enter or exit the storage space, further simplifies the operation process, reduces the need for manual intervention, and thus improves the overall work efficiency. In addition, the mobility of the first guide member also helps to ensure the stability and safety of the workpiece during the entry and exit process. Among them, the extension frame protrudes from the base, which is conducive to docking with other devices during the transportation process. Compared with the related technology of using ordinary transport carts or lifting equipment to transport workpieces, the present application reduces the difficulty of moving the workpieces from the transport cart or lifting equipment to the storage rack, and makes the operation of the workpiece entering or exiting the accommodating space more convenient, efficient and more labor-saving. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] 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.

[0030] Figure 1 It is a front view of a storage rack in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 A side view of a storage rack in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 A top view of a storage rack in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 It is a front view of a transfer device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 5 A side view of a transfer device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 6 A bottom view of a transfer device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 7 A top view of a storage device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 8 The figure is a schematic diagram of a transportation method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0039] Storage equipment 10;

[0040] Transfer device 100;

[0041] Base 110; bottom frame 111; first rail frame 1111; second rail frame 1112; diagonal support member 1113; first sliding member 112; motion structure 113;

[0042] A first bracket assembly 120; a first frame body 121; a second frame body 122;

[0043] The second bracket set 130; the third frame 131; the fourth frame 132;

[0044] Extension frame 140; first guide member 141; first extension portion 142; second extension portion 143;

[0045] Accommodation space 150;

[0046] Storage rack 200;

[0047] Storage Lane 210;

[0048] Base 220; second sliding member 221;

[0049] Protruding structure 230; second guide member 231;

[0050] Vertical direction X; horizontal direction Y.

[0051] 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

[0052] 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.

[0053] During the production and transportation of glass sheets, it is necessary to transport the glass sheets. In the related technology, a transport cart, lifting equipment or a conveyor belt is usually used to transport the glass sheets. However, for large glass sheets, the use of a transport cart for transportation requires a lot of manpower and equipment to transport the glass sheets to the transport cart, and when the transport cart arrives at the destination, a lot of manpower and equipment are still required to move the glass sheets out of the transport cart, which makes the transportation efficiency of the glass sheets very low, and during manual transportation or equipment lifting, the glass sheets are prone to shaking and causing bumps or even damage to the glass sheets. Similarly, even if lifting equipment, conveyor belts and other equipment are used to transport the glass sheets, a lot of manpower is needed to transport the glass sheets to the lifting equipment, conveyor belts, or manually transport the glass sheets from the lifting equipment or conveyor belts to the next processing location. In this way, the transportation efficiency of the glass sheets is very low and the transportation cost increases.

[0054] For this reason, please see Figures 4 to 6 In a first aspect, the present invention provides a transfer device 100, which can be used to transfer workpieces including but not limited to glass, and includes a base 110, a first bracket group 120, a second bracket group 130, and an extension frame 140. The base 110 includes a base frame 111 and a first sliding member 112 and a motion structure 113 connected to the base frame 111 on opposite sides along the vertical direction X. The first sliding member 112 can be a structure such as a roller or a slide rail, which can move relative to the base frame 111 (including but not limited to rolling, sliding, etc.) to facilitate the loading and disassembly operations of the workpiece. The motion structure 113 can be a chain or gear system driven by an electric motor, or a structure such as a caster. The motion structure 113 is used to drive the entire base frame 111 and the components thereon to move in the horizontal direction Y.

[0055] The first bracket group 120 and the second bracket group 130 are both connected to the base 110, and the two are arranged opposite to each other to form a receiving space 150, which can be used to place the workpiece to be transported. The design of the receiving space 150 ensures that the workpiece can be transported in a stable state and ensures safety during the transportation process.

[0056] The extension frame 140 is connected to the base 110 and protrudes outward from the base 110, and the extension frame 140 is provided with a first guide 141, which is configured to be able to move relative to the base 110 so that the workpiece enters or exits the accommodating space 150. Specifically, the first guide 141 has a rolling function, and the rolling of the first guide 141 can be driven by a motor or by a driving force from the workpiece. When the first guide 141 rotates forward, the workpiece is allowed to smoothly enter the accommodating space 150, and when the first guide 141 rotates reversely, the workpiece is allowed to exit the accommodating space 150. This makes the loading and unloading of the workpiece more convenient, improves work efficiency, and reduces the investment in labor costs.

[0057] In other embodiments, the base 110 may be equipped with an additional safety locking mechanism, which is automatically activated when the workpiece completely enters the accommodating space 150 to prevent the workpiece from accidentally moving. In addition, the motion structure 113 may be provided with a locking structure, which may be opened before the workpiece enters or exits the accommodating space 150, so that the motion structure 113 is locked and does not move under the action of a pushing force or a pulling force, thereby ensuring the safety of the workpiece during transportation.

[0058] See also Figure 4 The first bracket group 120 includes a first frame 121 and a second frame 122. The first frame 121 and the second frame 122 are arranged obliquely relative to the vertical direction X, and one end of the first frame 121 along the vertical direction X is connected to one end of the second frame 122 along the vertical direction X, the other end of the first frame 121 along the vertical direction X is connected to the bottom frame 111, and the other end of the second frame 122 along the vertical direction X is connected to the bottom frame 111. The side of the first frame 121 away from the second frame 122 is used to support the workpiece. Specifically, the first frame 121 and the second frame 122 are installed at an inclined angle relative to the vertical direction X. This inclined design helps to better support workpieces of different shapes and sizes, especially for glass plates with larger planes, providing better stability. The side of the first frame 121 away from the second frame 122 is used as a working surface that directly contacts and supports the workpiece, so that even if there is a slight shake during the transportation process, the stability of the workpiece can be maintained, thereby reducing the risk of damage.

[0059] It should be noted that the projection formed by the connection point of the first frame 121 and the second frame 122 on the horizontal plane along the vertical direction X is located within the projection shape formed by the base 110 on the horizontal plane. That is, the second frame can provide support force to the first frame, thereby preventing the transfer device 100 from tipping over. The safety of the glass transfer device 100 is improved.

[0060] In some embodiments, the first frame 121 and the second frame 122 are provided with an adjustable angle mechanism, so that the user can adjust the angle between the first frame 121 and the second frame 122 according to actual needs. This not only increases the application flexibility of the transfer device 100, but also may improve the support effect for specific types of workpieces. In addition, a cushion or a soft material covering layer may be added to the first frame 121 to enhance the protection of fragile workpieces (such as glass).

[0061] See also Figure 4 , the angle a formed by the first frame 121 and the vertical direction X satisfies: 3°≤a≤7°. The first frame 121 is tilted relative to the vertical direction X, so that when the workpiece is placed on it, it can naturally slide into the accommodating space 150 by gravity, reducing human intervention during the loading process. At the same time, since the inclination angle is between 3 degrees and 7 degrees, it is ensured that even if there is a slight shake or tilt during transportation, the workpiece will not slide out easily, thereby increasing the safety of operation. Exemplarily, the angle a formed by the first frame 121 and the vertical direction X can be 3°, 4°, 4.5°, 5°, 5.5°, 6°, 7°, etc.

[0062] In some embodiments, the surface of the first frame 121 may be provided with anti-slip material or texture to further enhance the support capability for workpieces with smooth surfaces.

[0063] See also Figure 4 In order to optimize the positioning and stability of the workpiece in the accommodating space 150, the angle formed by the first frame 121 and the vertical direction X is not greater than the angle formed by the second frame 122 and the vertical direction X. Specifically, the angle formed by the first frame 121 and the vertical direction X can be smaller than the angle formed by the second frame 122 and the vertical direction X, and the angle formed by the first frame 121 and the vertical direction X can also be equal to the angle formed by the second frame 122 and the vertical direction X. Therefore, under the support of the second frame 122, the stability of the first frame 121 is better, and the workpiece can be more stably located in the accommodating space 150 during transportation, thereby avoiding damage to the workpiece during transportation.

[0064] In other words, after the first frame 121 guides the workpiece to smoothly enter the accommodating space 150 , the relatively flat supporting surface provided by the second frame 122 can better disperse the pressure and reduce the risk caused by excessive local force.

[0065] In some embodiments, a fine-tuning device can be installed between the first frame 121 and the second frame 122, allowing the operator to fine-tune the angle difference between the two according to specific circumstances. In addition, independent buffer layers can be set on the two frames to absorb vibrations and protect sensitive workpieces from impact damage.

[0066] See also Figure 4 The second bracket group 130 includes a third frame 131 and a fourth frame 132. The third frame 131 is connected to the base frame 111 and extends along the vertical direction X. One end of the fourth frame 132 is connected to the third frame 131, and the other end is connected to the base frame 111. The fourth frame 132 is tilted relative to the third frame 131. Specifically, the third frame 131 is directly connected to the base frame 111 and extends along the vertical direction X, providing stable support for the entire structure. One end of the fourth frame 132 is connected to the third frame 131, and the other end is connected to the base frame 111. It is tilted relative to the third frame 131, forming a stable triangular support structure, which enhances the overall stability of the transfer device 100.

[0067] When the workpiece is placed in the accommodating space 150 defined by the first bracket group 120 and the second bracket group 130, the operator can apply force on the side of the third bracket 131 away from the fourth bracket, so that the transfer device 100 can move. The inclined setting of the fourth bracket can help balance the force in the transfer device 100, ensure that the workpiece remains stable during the entire transfer process, and avoid the transfer device 100 from tipping over, thereby improving the stability and safety of the transfer device 100. In addition, the inclined fourth bracket 132 can also serve as a guide surface to assist the workpiece to smoothly enter or exit the accommodating space 150. In addition, the operator is on one side of the third bracket 131, and the workpiece is leaning against the first bracket 121, which is also conducive to ensuring the personal safety of the operator.

[0068] See also Figure 6 The bottom frame 111 includes a first rail frame 1111 and a second rail frame 1112 which are arranged adjacent to each other. A plurality of first sliding members 112 are arranged on the side of the first rail frame 1111 and the second rail frame 1112 which are away from the moving structure 113. The first sliding members 112 are arranged at intervals. The arrangement of the first rail frame 1111 and the second rail frame 1112 can provide effective support for the first sliding members 112 and indirectly ensure the stability and safety of the workpiece during transportation.

[0069] The first sliding member 112 can be in the form of a roller, a slider, etc., which is placed on the side of the first rail 1111 and the second rail 1112 away from the moving structure 113, so as to ensure that the workpiece will not be affected by the moving structure 113 during loading or disassembly. By distributing multiple first sliding members 112 on both sides at a certain interval, uniform support can be provided to avoid the problem of tilting or damage of the workpiece due to uneven local force. At the same time, the provision of the first sliding member 112 significantly improves the safety and convenience of the workpiece loading and unloading process, reduces manpower requirements, and improves operational efficiency. In addition, the existence of the first sliding member 112 also provides basic support for possible subsequent automation upgrades (such as the application of automated guided vehicles AGV).

[0070] An intelligent sensing system can be added to the first sliding member 112 to detect the position and state of the workpiece and achieve more accurate operation control. In addition, the first sliding member 112 can also be made of self-lubricating material to reduce maintenance costs and extend service life.

[0071] See also Figure 4 and Figure 6 The first bracket assembly 120 includes a first frame 121 and a second frame 122. The first frame 121 and the second frame 122 are arranged obliquely relative to the vertical direction X, and one end of the first frame 121 along the vertical direction X is connected to one end of the second frame 122 along the vertical direction X, the other end of the first frame 121 along the vertical direction X is connected to the first rail 1111, and the other end of the second frame 122 along the vertical direction X is connected to the bottom frame 111. The side of the first frame 121 away from the second frame 122 is used to support the workpiece. The second bracket assembly 130 includes a third frame 131 and a fourth frame 132. The third frame 131 is connected to the bottom frame 111 and extends along the vertical direction X. One end of the fourth frame 132 is connected to the third frame 131 and the other end is connected to the second rail 1112. The fourth frame 132 is arranged obliquely relative to the third frame 131.

[0072] The first bracket group 120 includes a plurality of first frames 121, each of the first frames 121 is arranged at intervals, and the first rail 1111 is connected to at least one first sliding member 112 in the portion between adjacent first frames 121. This can further improve the force balance at various locations on the workpiece, while improving the applicability of the transfer device 100 to workpieces of different sizes. In addition, the setting of connecting at least one first sliding member 112 in the portion between adjacent first frames 121 can effectively improve the assembly convenience of the first sliding member 112 and the first rail 1111, and is also conducive to improving the assembly convenience of the first frame 121 and the first rail 1111, reducing the design and manufacturing difficulty of the transfer device 100.

[0073] The first rail 1111 forms a first projection on the projection plane. For ease of understanding, the projection plane is defined to be perpendicular to the extension direction of the first rail 1111. The base 110 forms a second projection on the projection plane. The center of the first projection is spaced from the center of the second projection along the horizontal direction Y, and the center of the first projection is located on the side close to the third frame 131. In other words, the first rail 1111 is connected to a non-central position of the base 110 so that the center of gravity of the first frame 121 and the second frame 122 is close to the center of the base 110, thereby making the center of gravity of the workpiece close to the center of the base 110, thereby ensuring the stability of the workpiece during transportation, avoiding the transfer device 100 from tipping over during transportation, and improving the safety of the transfer device 100. In addition, the space utilization rate of the transfer device 100 is further optimized, which facilitates the realization of automated operation.

[0074] See also Figure 6 The extension frame 140 includes a first extension portion 142 and a second extension portion 143 that are arranged opposite to each other. One end of the first sliding member 112 is connected to the first extension portion 142, and the other end is connected to the second extension portion 143. One end of the first extension portion 142 is connected to the bottom frame 111 and is located between the first frame 121 and the second frame 122. One end of the second extension portion 143 is connected to the bottom frame 111 and is located between the third frame 131 and the fourth frame 132. The distance between the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 is not less than the distance between the first frame 121 and the fourth frame 132. That is, the distance between the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 may be greater than the distance between the first frame 121 and the fourth frame 132, or the distance between the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 may be equal to the distance between the first frame 121 and the fourth frame 132.

[0075] It should be noted that the distance between the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 may be equal to the distance between the first frame 121 and the fourth frame 132, which means that the first extension portion 142 is located in the extension direction of the first frame 121, and the second extension portion 143 is located in the extension direction of the fourth frame 132. Alternatively, the connection position of the first extension portion 142 and the base 110 is located in the extension direction of the first frame 121, and the connection position of the second extension portion 143 and the base 110 is located in the extension direction of the fourth frame 132. In this way, it is ensured that the workpiece smoothly enters or exits the accommodating space 150, and the extension frame 140 is prevented from interfering with the workpiece.

[0076] The design of the first extension 142 and the second extension 143 expands the opening width of the accommodating space 150, making it easier to load or remove the workpiece. When the workpiece enters from one side, it will slide smoothly along the path of the first guide 141 until it completely enters the accommodating space 150. Vice versa, when the workpiece needs to be withdrawn, it can slide out along the same path without any obstruction. The larger distance between the first extension 142 and the second extension 143 provides sufficient space for the workpiece to move, avoiding operational difficulties caused by a small space, greatly improving the convenience and safety of the workpiece loading and unloading process, and reducing the risk of damage caused by improper operation.

[0077] Auxiliary support structures, such as additional slide rails or rollers, may be added to the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 to enhance the support capability for large or heavy workpieces. In addition, in order to improve the guiding accuracy of the workpiece when entering and exiting, photoelectric sensors or other types of detection devices may be installed at the front ends of the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143 to monitor the position of the workpiece in real time to ensure that it enters or leaves the accommodating space 150 accurately. In some embodiments, the extension frame 140 is provided with a plurality of support members, wherein one end of some of the support members is connected to the first extension portion 142, and the other end is connected to the first frame body 121 or the base 110. One end of another part of the support members is connected to the second extension portion 143, and the other end is connected to the fourth frame body 132 or the base 110. The provision of the support members can increase the structural performance of the first extension portion 142 and the second extension portion 143, thereby enhancing the support capability for large or heavy workpieces.

[0078] See also Figures 1 to 7 The second aspect of the present invention provides a storage device 10, which includes a storage rack 200 and a transfer device 100 described in any of the above embodiments. Figure 3 The storage rack 200 is provided with a plurality of storage lanes, each of which can be used to store workpieces, and the storage rack 200 includes a base 220, on which a plurality of second sliding members 221 are provided. These second sliding members 221 are located inside the storage lanes to facilitate the entry and exit operations of the workpieces.

[0079] The storage rack 200 further includes a protruding structure 230, which is connected to the base 220 and protrudes from the base 220. The protruding structure 230 is provided with a second guide 231, which is configured to be able to move relative to the base 220 so that the workpiece enters or exits the storage lane. The transfer device 100 is configured to store or retrieve the workpiece in the storage lane, and the extension frame 140 is flush with the protruding structure 230 so that the accommodating space 150 is connected to the storage lane.

[0080] The extension frame 140 in the transfer device 100 is used in conjunction with the protruding structure 230 on the storage rack 200. When the workpiece needs to be stored in or taken out of the storage lane, the extension frame 140 is aligned with the protruding structure 230 of the storage rack 200 by controlling the motion structure 113 of the transfer device 100, so that the accommodating space 150 of the transfer device 100 is connected with the storage lane. At this time, the first guide 141 and the second guide 231 work together to ensure that the workpiece can smoothly enter the storage lane from the transfer device 100, or vice versa, transfer from the storage lane to the transfer device 100. This makes the storage and retrieval process of the workpiece more efficient and safe. By controlling the alignment between the extension frame 140 and the protruding structure 230, the obstacles that the workpiece may encounter during the transfer process are avoided, and the difficulty and time cost of the operation are reduced. At the same time, since the first sliding member 112 and the second sliding member 221 are used to assist the movement of the workpiece, the safety and stability of the operation are further improved, and the risk of damage is reduced.

[0081] In some embodiments, the base 220 is provided with a foot cup with adjustable height. Therefore, when the transfer device 100 moves to the position corresponding to the storage rack 200, the height of the foot cup can be adjusted so that the protruding structure 230 set on the base 220 can be flush with the extension rack 140, thereby improving the compatibility of the storage equipment 10.

[0082] See also Figure 6 The base frame 111 of the transfer device 100 is provided with a diagonal brace 1113, which is located on the side of the base frame 111 away from the first sliding member 112, and the diagonal brace 1113 is located at the installation position of the motion structure 113 and the base frame 111. The motion structure 113 can be connected to the base frame 111 and the diagonal brace 1113, thereby improving the bearing capacity of the base 110 and improving the connection reliability between the motion structure 113 and the base frame 111.

[0083] In order to improve the automation level of the system, an automatic identification system, such as an RFID tag reader or a barcode scanner, can be installed on the storage rack 200 to achieve real-time tracking and management of each storage location and the workpiece information stored therein. In addition, a buffer zone is set between the storage rack 200 and the transfer device 100, which is made of air cushions or other shock-absorbing materials to effectively reduce damage caused by impact. For large storage facilities, consider introducing an automatic guided vehicle (AGV) or other forms of automated transportation tools, and use them in combination with the transfer device 100 to form a complete automated logistics solution.

[0084] In some embodiments, the first guide member 141, the first sliding member 112, the second guide member 231 and the second sliding member 221 may be rollers, which are rotated by providing bearings at both ends. This can reduce the difficulty of designing and manufacturing the storage equipment 10, and also reduce the manufacturing cost of the equipment.

[0085] See also Figure 8 The third aspect of the present invention further provides a transportation method, which can be used to control the storage device 10 described in any of the above embodiments to store workpieces. The transportation method includes:

[0086] S101 : Control the transfer device 100 to transport the workpiece to the storage rack 200 , and make the extension rack 140 flush with the protruding structure 230 .

[0087] S102: guiding the workpiece from the accommodating space 150 to the storage lane.

[0088] This method significantly simplifies the storage process of workpieces, improves work efficiency, and also enhances the safety of operations. In some embodiments, the storage device 10 has a control system, so that even in a high-density storage environment, it can ensure that the workpieces arrive at the destination quickly and accurately. In addition, the introduction of automation can also reduce the probability of human error, reduce labor intensity, and improve the overall management level.

[0089] It should be noted that when the workpiece needs to be removed from the storage rack 200 and transported to other locations, the transfer device 100 can be controlled to move to the storage rack 200, and the extension rack 140 can be aligned with the protruding structure 230, and then the workpiece can be guided from the storage lane to the accommodating space 150.

[0090] 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.

[0091] 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", "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel schemes. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes scheme A, or scheme B, or a scheme that satisfies 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 a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0092] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural changes made using the contents of the present invention's specification and drawings, or directly / indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A transfer device, characterized in that: include: A base, comprising a base frame, and a first slide member and a motion structure connected to opposite sides of the base frame, wherein the first slide member is configured to be able to move relative to the base frame to facilitate loading and unloading of workpieces, and the motion structure is configured to drive the base frame to move; A first bracket group connected to the base; A second bracket group, connected to the base and arranged opposite to the first bracket group, the second bracket group and the first bracket group jointly define a containing space, and the containing space is used to place the workpiece; An extension frame is connected to the base and protrudes from the base. The extension frame is provided with a first guide member, and the first guide member is configured to be able to move relative to the base so that the workpiece enters or exits the accommodating space.

2. The transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first bracket group includes a first frame and a second frame, the first frame and the second frame are inclined relative to the vertical direction, and one end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to one end of the second frame along the vertical direction, the other end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to the base frame, and the other end of the second frame along the vertical direction is connected to the base frame, and the side of the first frame facing away from the second frame is used to support the workpiece.

3. The transfer device according to claim 2, characterized in that: An angle a formed by the first frame and the vertical direction satisfies: 3°≤a≤7°.

4. The transfer device according to claim 2, characterized in that: An angle formed by the first frame and the vertical direction is not greater than an angle formed by the second frame and the vertical direction.

5. The transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second bracket group includes a third frame and a fourth frame, the third frame is connected to the base frame and extends in a vertical direction, one end of the fourth frame is connected to the third frame, and the other end is connected to the base frame, and the fourth frame is inclined relative to the third frame.

6. The transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base frame includes a first rail frame and a second rail frame that are adjacent to each other. A plurality of first sliding members are provided on the side of the first rail frame and the second rail frame that are away from the motion structure, and the first sliding members are arranged at intervals.

7. The transfer device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first bracket group includes a first frame and a second frame, the first frame and the second frame are arranged obliquely relative to the vertical direction, and one end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to one end of the second frame along the vertical direction, the other end of the first frame along the vertical direction is connected to the first rail frame, and the other end of the second frame along the vertical direction is connected to the bottom frame, and the side of the first frame away from the second frame is used to support the workpiece; The second bracket assembly includes a third frame and a fourth frame, wherein the third frame is connected to the bottom frame and extends in a vertical direction, one end of the fourth frame is connected to the third frame, and the other end is connected to the second rail frame, and the fourth frame is inclined relative to the third frame; Wherein, the first bracket group includes a plurality of the first frames, the first frames are arranged at intervals, and the first rail between adjacent first frames is connected to at least one first sliding member; The first rail forms a first projection on a projection plane, the projection plane is perpendicular to an extension direction of the first rail, the base forms a second projection on the projection plane, the center of the first projection is spaced from the center of the second projection in a horizontal direction, and the center of the first projection is located on a side close to the third frame.

8. The transfer device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The extension frame includes a first extension portion and a second extension portion that are arranged opposite to each other, one end of the first sliding member is connected to the first extension portion, and the other end is connected to the second extension portion, one end of the first extension portion is connected to the base frame and is located between the first frame body and the second frame body, one end of the second extension portion is connected to the base frame and is located between the third frame body and the fourth frame body, and the distance between the first extension portion and the second extension portion is not less than the distance between the first frame body and the fourth frame body.

9. A storage equipment, characterized in that: include: The transfer device according to any one of claims 1 to 8; as well as A storage rack having a plurality of storage lanes, each of which is used to store the workpieces, the storage rack comprising a base, the base being provided with a plurality of second sliding members, and the second sliding members being located in the storage lanes; The storage rack further comprises a protruding structure connected to the base and protruding from the base, the protruding structure being provided with a second guide member, the second guide member being configured to be movable relative to the base so that the workpiece enters or exits the storage lane; Wherein, the transfer device is configured to store or retrieve the workpiece in the storage lane, and the extension frame is flush with the protruding structure so that the accommodating space is connected to the storage lane.

10. A method of transportation, characterized in that: Suitable for controlling the storage equipment of claim 9 to store workpieces, the transportation method comprising: Controlling the transfer device to transport the workpiece to the storage rack and making the extension rack flush with the protruding structure; The workpiece is guided from the accommodating space to the storage lane.

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