A ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device and its usage method

Abstract

This invention discloses a multi-station ring-track battery cover pressing equipment and its usage method, relating to the field of battery processing. The multi-station ring-track battery cover pressing equipment includes a frame, on which are mounted an X-axis track assembly line, a hot air box module, a Y-axis drive rail, a Z-axis loading / unloading robot, and a ring-track processing unit. The X-axis track assembly line is used for loading and unloading battery covers, and the hot air box module is positioned above the X-axis track assembly line for preheating the battery covers. This multi-station ring-track battery cover pressing equipment improves production efficiency, increases automation, and achieves precise control over the battery cover heating process. This helps ensure that the battery cover reaches the ideal temperature before pressing. The temperature and heating time of the heating stage can be adjusted according to the characteristics of different battery cover materials, thereby adapting to the heating requirements of different materials, ensuring that the battery cover is not easily damaged, and reducing the defect rate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of battery processing technology, specifically to a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device and its usage method. Background Technology

[0002] In the existing technology, during the battery cover pressing process, the battery cover is usually placed on a loading and unloading device. The loading and unloading device sends the battery cover into a heating device for preheating. After preheating, the battery cover is sent into a pressing device, which applies pressure to the battery cover to press it. After pressing, the battery cover is sent out of the equipment.

[0003] This traditional method of battery cover manufacturing has the following drawbacks:

[0004] First, traditional equipment typically uses a single station or a small number of stations for pressing, which cannot process multiple battery covers at the same time, resulting in low production efficiency.

[0005] Secondly, the processes of loading, unloading, heating, and pressing require a lot of manual intervention and have a low degree of automation.

[0006] Third, when the temperature is low, during the heating process of the battery cover, the battery cover made of different materials has different tolerance. If the temperature difference is too large, due to the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, when the battery cover quickly absorbs too much heat, the volume change exceeds its tolerance range. Therefore, the subsequent processing will cause some battery cover materials to be damaged. The poor temperature control accuracy of traditional equipment will increase the number of defective products during the processing.

[0007] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device and its usage method to solve the aforementioned problems. Summary of the Invention

[0008] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment and its usage method, which improves production efficiency, increases automation, and enables precise control of the battery cover heating process. This helps ensure that the battery cover reaches the ideal temperature state before pressing. According to the characteristics of different battery cover materials, the temperature and heating time of the heating stage can be adjusted to adapt to the heating requirements of different materials, ensuring that the battery cover is not easily damaged and reducing the defect rate.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device, comprising a frame, wherein the frame is equipped with:

[0010] The X-axis track assembly line is used for loading and unloading battery covers.

[0011] A hot air box module is positioned above the X-axis track assembly line and is used to preheat the battery cover.

[0012] The Y-axis drive rail is located above the X-axis rail assembly line and is used to move the battery cover along the Y-axis.

[0013] The Z-axis pick-and-place robot is mounted on the Y-axis drive rail and is used to grab and move the battery cover. The Y-axis drive rail drives the Z-axis pick-and-place robot to move.

[0014] The ring track processing unit includes:

[0015] A ring track assembly is mounted on the frame;

[0016] The workpiece base is set on the ring rail assembly and driven by the ring rail assembly to perform closed-loop motion. The Z-axis loading and unloading robot is used to load and unload the workpiece base and the battery cover on the X-axis rail assembly line to realize the transfer and processing of the battery cover.

[0017] A support bracket is mounted on the frame;

[0018] A heating module is mounted on the support bracket and is used for secondary heating of the battery cover on the workpiece base;

[0019] A pressing module is mounted on the support bracket and is used to press the battery cover on the workpiece base.

[0020] Preferably, the ring track assembly includes:

[0021] The track body is mounted on the frame and is used to guide and support the workpiece base;

[0022] The motor is mounted on the frame;

[0023] A ring-rail sprocket is located at the output end of the motor;

[0024] A ring track chain is fitted onto the ring track sprocket, and the ring track chain has a node for connecting to the workpiece base.

[0025] Preferably, the heating module includes:

[0026] The second heating fan is mounted on the support bracket;

[0027] A hot air shroud is positioned below the second heating fan;

[0028] A second temperature sensor is mounted on the hot air shroud.

[0029] Preferably, the support bracket is connected to an electric push rod for controlling the height of the second heating fan and the hot air hood, and the second heating fan is connected to the output end of the electric push rod.

[0030] Preferably, the pressing module includes:

[0031] A pressing cylinder is mounted on the support bracket;

[0032] A flat-plate pressure sensor is installed at the output end of the pressing cylinder;

[0033] A pressing fixture is installed at the bottom of the flat plate pressure sensor. The pressing fixture is used to press and shape the battery cover in conjunction with the workpiece base.

[0034] Preferably, the X-axis track assembly line includes a loading position and a unloading position, which are located on the outside of the frame, thereby providing loading and unloading of battery covers;

[0035] The X-axis track assembly line includes:

[0036] Fixed rails are mounted on the frame;

[0037] The movable rail is set on the frame and has a position adjustment function, thereby controlling the distance between the fixed rail and the movable rail, which facilitates the processing of battery covers of different widths;

[0038] The conveyor rollers are mounted on the fixed rail and the movable rail and are used to convey the battery cover.

[0039] Preferably, the frame is provided with an adjustment assembly for adjusting the distance between the fixed rail and the movable rail. The adjustment assembly includes a limit rail disposed on the frame and an adjustment screw rotatably connected to the limit rail. The movable rail is slidably connected to the limit rail and threadedly connected to the adjustment screw.

[0040] Preferably, the hot air box module includes:

[0041] The bellows housing is mounted on the frame;

[0042] The first heating fan is disposed inside the outer casing of the air box;

[0043] The top cover is fitted onto the outer shell of the bellows;

[0044] A latch is provided on the outer shell of the bellows and is used to lock the upper cover;

[0045] The first temperature sensor is installed on the outer shell of the air box and is used to monitor the temperature information between the X-axis track assembly line and the hot air box module.

[0046] Preferably, the rack is provided with a lower barcode scanning module and an upper vision CCD detection module, which are respectively located on the X-axis track assembly line. The rack is also provided with operation buttons, a display screen and an operation keyboard.

[0047] The second aspect of this invention discloses a method of using a ring-rail multi-station battery cover pressing device, the method comprising the following steps:

[0048] S1: Loading and unloading stage:

[0049] The battery cover is first placed on the loading position of the X-axis track assembly line;

[0050] The X-axis track assembly line starts up and uses conveyor rollers to transport the battery cover to the bottom of the hot air box module for preheating.

[0051] S2: Preheating stage:

[0052] The first heating fan in the hot air box module starts and blows hot air through the air duct inside the air box shell to the battery cover on the X-axis track assembly line for preheating.

[0053] The first temperature sensor monitors the temperature between the hot air box module and the X-axis track assembly line to ensure that the preheating temperature reaches the preset value.

[0054] S3: Y-axis movement and grasping phase:

[0055] Driven by the Y-axis drive rail, the Z-axis picking and placing robot moves to the top of the preheated battery cover.

[0056] The Z-axis pick-and-place robot grabs the battery cover and, guided by the Y-axis drive rail, moves it above the workpiece base of the ring rail processing unit.

[0057] S4: Ring rail processing stage:

[0058] Driven by the ring rail assembly, the workpiece base performs a closed-loop motion; when the workpiece base moves to below the Z-axis pick-and-place robot, the Z-axis pick-and-place robot places the battery cover on the workpiece base.

[0059] When the heating module is activated, the second heating fan blows hot air onto the battery cover through the hot air cover, and the second temperature sensor monitors the temperature on the hot air cover to ensure that the heating temperature reaches the preset value.

[0060] The pressing module is activated, and the pressing cylinder drives the flat plate pressure sensor and pressing fixture to move downwards to press the battery cover into shape; the flat plate pressure sensor monitors the pressure in real time during the pressing process to ensure the pressing quality;

[0061] S5: Material feeding stage:

[0062] After pressing is completed, the workpiece base continues to move to below the Z-axis pick-and-place robot.

[0063] The Z-axis robotic arm picks up the finished battery cover and, guided by the Y-axis drive rail, moves it to the unloading position above the X-axis track assembly line, placing the battery cover on the unloading position.

[0064] This invention discloses a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device and its usage method, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0065] 1. The ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment, firstly, through the design of the ring track assembly and multiple stations, realizes continuous processing of battery covers, thereby improving production efficiency;

[0066] Secondly, the coordinated operation of components such as the X-axis track assembly line, the Y-axis drive rail, and the Z-axis loading and unloading robot enables automatic loading, unloading, and processing of battery covers, thus improving the level of automation.

[0067] Third, the design of the hot air box module and heating module enables the battery cover pressing equipment to have a two-stage heating function, realizing primary preheating and secondary heating during the battery cover processing. The two-stage heating method can control the temperature of the two heating stages separately, thereby achieving precise control of the battery cover heating process. This helps to ensure that the battery cover reaches the ideal temperature state before pressing. According to the characteristics of different battery cover materials, the temperature and heating time of the heating stage can be adjusted to adapt to the heating requirements of different materials, ensuring that the battery cover is not easily damaged and reducing the defect rate.

[0068] 2. This multi-station battery cover pressing equipment with a ring track system enables the ring track assembly to drive the workpiece base in a closed-loop motion, allowing the battery cover to be processed continuously at multiple stations without stopping or turning, thus greatly improving production efficiency. The compact design of the ring track processing unit maximizes space savings within the factory. Through automated control, the ring track processing unit achieves precise positioning and control of the battery cover, reducing the complexity of manual operation and lowering the risk of accidents. Simultaneously, the closed-loop motion of the ring track assembly reduces cross-movement between personnel and equipment within the factory, further enhancing the safety of the working environment.

[0069] 3. This multi-station ring-track battery cover pressing equipment features a lower barcode scanning module for scanning the QR code on the battery cover and recording product information. The upper CCD inspection module, located after the preheating stage and before the Y-axis movement and gripping stage, uses a high-precision camera to inspect the battery cover's condition, including for defects such as deformation and scratches. The two modules work together to ensure reliable quality of the processed battery covers. Attached Figure Description

[0070] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0071] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0072] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the ring track processing unit of the present invention;

[0073] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ring rail assembly of the present invention;

[0074] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hot air box module of the present invention;

[0075] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 4 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0076] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the upper vision CCD detection module of the present invention;

[0077] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the heating module of the present invention;

[0078] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the pressing module of the present invention.

[0079] In the diagram: 1. Frame; 101. Lower barcode scanning module; 102. Upper vision CCD detection module; 11. Operation buttons; 12. Display screen; 13. Operation keyboard; 2. X-axis track assembly line; 201. Loading position; 202. Unloading position; 21. Fixed rail; 22. Movable rail; 23. Conveyor rollers; 3. Hot air box module; 31. Hot air box shell; 32. First heating fan; 33. Top cover; 34. Lock; 35. First temperature sensor; 4. Y-axis drive rail; 5. Z-axis loading and unloading robot; 6. 61. Ring rail processing unit; 611. Ring rail assembly; 612. Rail body; 613. Motor; 614. Ring rail sprocket; 615. Ring rail chain; 62. Workpiece base; 63. Heating module; 631. Second heating fan; 632. Hot air hood; 633. Second temperature sensor; 634. Electric push rod; 64. Pressing module; 641. Pressing cylinder; 642. Flat plate pressure sensor; 643. Pressing fixture; 65. Bearing bracket; 7. Adjustment assembly; 71. Limit rail; 72. Adjusting screw. Detailed Implementation

[0080] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention are described clearly and completely. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0081] This application provides a ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment and its usage method, which solves the problems of low production efficiency, low automation, and poor temperature control accuracy of traditional equipment, which leads to an increase in defective products during processing.

[0082] To better understand the above technical solutions, the following will provide a detailed explanation of the technical solutions in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0083] Example 1:

[0084] This invention discloses a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device, according to the attached... Figure 1-8 As shown, the equipment includes a frame 1, which is the core support structure of the entire equipment. The frame 1 is made of high-strength materials and can withstand various forces and vibrations generated during the operation of the equipment, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the equipment operation.

[0085] The frame 1 allows for close cooperation among all components, improving the overall performance of the equipment. The mounting holes and connectors on the frame 1 are rationally designed, facilitating installation and commissioning. Simultaneously, the structure of the frame 1 also facilitates maintenance and upkeep, reducing equipment maintenance costs. The frame 1 is equipped with:

[0086] X-axis track assembly line 2 is used for loading and unloading battery covers; X-axis track assembly line 2 can automatically transfer battery covers from loading position 201 to unloading position 202, reducing the complexity of manual operation and improving production efficiency.

[0087] Hot air box module 3 is located above X-axis track assembly line 2; hot air box module 3 is used to preheat the battery cover;

[0088] Y-axis drive rail 4 is located above X-axis track assembly line 2 and is used to move the battery cover along the Y-axis. Y-axis drive rail 4 adopts a high-precision transmission mechanism, which can ensure the accurate movement of the battery cover in the Y-axis direction and improve the processing accuracy of the equipment.

[0089] The Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 is mounted on the Y-axis drive rail 4 and is used to grasp and move the battery cover. The Y-axis drive rail 4 drives the Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 to move. The Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 can move up and down flexibly in the Z-axis direction to achieve precise grasping and placement of the battery cover.

[0090] Ring track processing unit 6, which includes:

[0091] The ring rail assembly 61 is mounted on the frame 1; the ring rail assembly 61 can drive the workpiece base 62 to perform closed-loop motion, so that the battery cover can be continuously processed at multiple stations, thereby improving processing efficiency.

[0092] The workpiece base 62 is set on the ring rail assembly 61 and driven by the ring rail assembly 61 to perform closed-loop motion. The Z-axis loading and unloading robot 5 is used to load and unload the battery cover on the workpiece base 62 and the X-axis track assembly line 2 to realize the battery cover transfer processing.

[0093] The support bracket 65 is mounted on the frame 1;

[0094] Heating module 63 is mounted on support bracket 65 and used to heat the battery cover on workpiece base 62;

[0095] The pressing module 64 is mounted on the support bracket 65 and is used to press the battery cover on the workpiece base 62. The setting of the heating module 63 and the pressing module 64 enables the battery cover to be automatically heated and pressed during the processing, which simplifies the processing process and improves the processing quality.

[0096] The ring rail assembly 61 includes:

[0097] The track body 611 is mounted on the frame 1 and is used to guide and support the workpiece base 62;

[0098] Motor 612 is mounted on frame 1;

[0099] A ring track sprocket 613 is located at the output end of the motor 612;

[0100] A ring track chain 614 is fitted onto a ring track sprocket 613 and has a node on the ring track chain 614 that connects to the workpiece base 62.

[0101] Heating module 63 includes:

[0102] The second heating fan 631 is mounted on the support bracket 65. The second heating fan 631 is used to heat and generate airflow to transfer heat to the surface of the battery cover.

[0103] A hot air cover 632 is disposed below the second heating fan 631; the hot air cover 632 is used to guide airflow and ensure that the hot airflow generated by the second heating fan 631 heats the surface of the battery cover evenly.

[0104] The second temperature sensor 633 is set on the hot air cover 632. The second temperature sensor 633 is used to monitor the temperature information of the secondary heating of the battery cover to ensure the accuracy of the temperature heating process.

[0105] An electric push rod 634 for controlling the height of the second heating fan 631 and the hot air cover 632 is connected to the support bracket 65. The second heating fan 631 is connected to the output end of the electric push rod 634. The electric push rod 634 controls the height of the second heating fan 631 and the hot air cover 632, thereby keeping the distance between the hot air cover 632 and the battery cover in the optimal position during the heating process and reducing energy consumption.

[0106] The pressing module 64 includes:

[0107] The pressing cylinder 641 is mounted on the support bracket 65;

[0108] A flat plate pressure sensor 642 is located at the output end of the pressing cylinder 641. The flat plate pressure sensor 642 is used to detect the pressing pressure on the battery cover to ensure that the pressure is within the optimal range and to avoid damage to the battery cover.

[0109] The pressing fixture 643 is located at the bottom of the flat pressure sensor 642. The pressing fixture 643 is used to press the battery cover together with the workpiece base 62. The pressing cylinder 641 provides power to the flat pressure sensor 642 and the pressing fixture 643 to realize the pressing action.

[0110] The ring track processing unit 6 is the core component of the ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment, and its working principle is as follows:

[0111] The motor 612 serves as the power source, driving the ring track chain 614 through the ring track sprocket 613 connected to its output end. The ring track chain 614 has nodes that connect to the workpiece base 62, thereby driving the workpiece base 62 to perform closed-loop motion along the track body 611.

[0112] Driven by the ring track chain 614, the workpiece base 62 moves continuously or intermittently along a preset circular trajectory. This movement mode allows the battery cover to be processed at multiple workstations.

[0113] When the workpiece base 62 moves below the heating module 63, the hot air generated by the second heating fan 631 is evenly blown onto the battery cover through the hot air shroud 632 for secondary heating. After the secondary heating is completed, the workpiece base 62 continues to move below the pressing module 64, and the pressing cylinder 641 drives the pressing fixture 643 to press and shape the battery cover.

[0114] The X-axis track assembly line 2 includes a loading position 201 and a unloading position 202, which are located on the outside of the frame 1, thereby providing loading and unloading of battery covers;

[0115] X-axis pipeline 2 includes:

[0116] Fixed rail 21 is mounted on frame 1;

[0117] The movable rail 22 is set on the frame 1 and has a position adjustment function, thereby controlling the distance between the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22, which facilitates the processing of battery covers of different widths;

[0118] The conveyor roller 23 is mounted on the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22 and is used to convey the battery cover.

[0119] Hot air box module 3 includes:

[0120] The bellows housing 31 is mounted on the frame 1;

[0121] The first heating fan 32 is located inside the air box housing 31;

[0122] The top cover 33 is fitted onto the bellows outer shell 31;

[0123] The latch 34 is provided on the bellows housing 31 and is used to lock the upper cover 33;

[0124] The first temperature sensor 35 is mounted on the air box housing 31 and is used to monitor the temperature information between the X-axis track assembly line 2 and the hot air box module 3.

[0125] The second aspect of this invention discloses a method of using a ring-rail multi-station battery cover pressing device, the method comprising the following steps:

[0126] S1: Loading and unloading stage:

[0127] The battery cover is first placed on the loading position 201 of the X-axis track assembly line 2;

[0128] The X-axis track assembly line 2 starts, and the battery cover is conveyed to the bottom of the hot air box module 3 for preheating via the conveyor roller 23;

[0129] S2: Preheating stage:

[0130] The first heating fan 32 in the hot air box module 3 is started, and hot air is blown to the battery cover on the X-axis track assembly line 2 through the air duct in the air box shell 31 for preheating.

[0131] The first temperature sensor 35 monitors the temperature between the hot air box module 3 and the X-axis track assembly line 2 to ensure that the preheating temperature reaches the preset value.

[0132] S3: Y-axis movement and grasping phase:

[0133] Driven by the Y-axis drive rail 4, the Z-axis picking and placing robot 5 moves to the top of the preheated battery cover.

[0134] Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 grabs the battery cover and, guided by Y-axis drive rail 4, moves it above the workpiece base 62 of the ring rail processing unit 6.

[0135] S4: Ring rail processing stage:

[0136] Driven by the ring rail assembly 61, the workpiece base 62 performs a closed-loop motion; when the workpiece base 62 moves to below the Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5, the Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 places the battery cover on the workpiece base 62.

[0137] When the heating module 63 is activated, the second heating fan 631 blows hot air onto the battery cover through the hot air cover 632, and the second temperature sensor 633 monitors the temperature on the hot air cover 632 to ensure that the heating temperature reaches the preset value.

[0138] When the pressing module 64 is activated, the pressing cylinder 641 drives the flat plate pressure sensor 642 and the pressing fixture 643 to move downwards to press the battery cover into shape; the flat plate pressure sensor 642 monitors the pressure in real time during the pressing process to ensure the pressing quality.

[0139] S5: Material feeding stage:

[0140] After pressing is completed, the workpiece base 62 continues to move to below the Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5;

[0141] Z-axis pick-and-place robot 5 picks up the processed battery cover and, guided by Y-axis drive rail 4, moves it to the unloading position 202 of X-axis track assembly line 2 and places the battery cover on the unloading position 202.

[0142] The ring rail assembly 61 can drive the workpiece base 62 to perform closed-loop motion, enabling the battery cover to be continuously processed at multiple stations without stopping or turning, thereby greatly improving production efficiency.

[0143] The precise design of the connection node between the ring chain 614 and the workpiece base 62 ensures accurate positioning of the battery cover during processing. Meanwhile, the flat-plate pressure sensor 642 in the pressing module 64 monitors pressure changes in real time during the pressing process, ensuring stable pressing quality.

[0144] The electric push rod 634 on the support bracket 65 can adjust the height of the heating module 63, enabling the equipment to adapt to the processing requirements of battery covers of different thicknesses and ensuring good secondary heating effect. In addition, the track body 611 of the ring rail assembly 61 can also be customized according to different processing requirements, such as being designed as an arc guide rail, an elliptical guide rail, etc.

[0145] The compact design of the ring-track machining unit 6 maximizes space savings within the factory. Simultaneously, the continuous movement of the battery cover reduces energy consumption and material waste, achieving efficient resource utilization.

[0146] The ring track machining unit 6 achieves precise positioning and control of the battery cover through automated control, reducing the complexity of manual operation and lowering the risk of accidents. At the same time, the closed-loop motion of the ring track assembly 61 reduces cross-movement between personnel and equipment within the factory, further enhancing the safety of the working environment.

[0147] Example 2:

[0148] This invention discloses a ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device, according to the attached... Figure 1-8 As shown, it includes a frame 1, characterized in that the frame 1 is provided with:

[0149] X-axis track assembly line 2 is used for loading and unloading battery covers;

[0150] Hot air box module 3 is positioned above X-axis track assembly line 2;

[0151] Y-axis drive rail 4 is located above X-axis rail assembly line 2 and is used to move the battery cover along the Y-axis.

[0152] Z-axis picking and unloading robot 5 is mounted on Y-axis drive rail 4 and is used to grab and move battery cover. Y-axis drive rail 4 drives Z-axis picking and unloading robot 5 to move.

[0153] Ring track processing unit 6, which includes:

[0154] The ring rail assembly 61 is mounted on the frame 1;

[0155] The workpiece base 62 is set on the ring rail assembly 61 and driven by the ring rail assembly 61 to perform closed-loop motion. The Z-axis loading and unloading robot 5 is used to load and unload the battery cover on the workpiece base 62 and the X-axis track assembly line 2 to realize the battery cover transfer processing.

[0156] The support bracket 65 is mounted on the frame 1;

[0157] Heating module 63 is mounted on support bracket 65 and used to heat the battery cover on workpiece base 62;

[0158] A pressing module 64 is mounted on a support bracket 65 and is used to press the battery cover on the workpiece base 62.

[0159] The frame 1 is equipped with a lower barcode scanning module 101 and an upper vision CCD inspection module 102, which are located on the X-axis track assembly line 2. The frame 1 also includes operation buttons 11, a display screen 12, and an operation keyboard 13. The lower barcode scanning module 101 scans the QR code on the battery cover and records product information. The upper vision CCD inspection module 102, located after the preheating stage and before the Y-axis movement and gripping stage, uses a high-precision camera to inspect the condition of the battery cover, including whether there are defects such as deformation or scratches. The two modules work together to ensure the reliable quality of the processed battery covers.

[0160] Operators can start or stop the equipment using button 11 and monitor the equipment's operating status and processing parameters in real time via display screen 12. Keyboard 13 is used to input processing commands and adjust parameters, making operation simple and intuitive.

[0161] The X-axis track assembly line 2 includes a loading position 201 and a unloading position 202, which are located on the outside of the frame 1, thereby providing loading and unloading of battery covers;

[0162] X-axis pipeline 2 includes:

[0163] Fixed rail 21 is mounted on frame 1;

[0164] The movable rail 22 is set on the frame 1 and has a position adjustment function, thereby controlling the distance between the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22, which facilitates the processing of battery covers of different widths;

[0165] The conveyor roller 23 is mounted on the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22 and is used to convey the battery cover.

[0166] The frame 1 is provided with an adjustment component 7 for adjusting the distance between the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22. The adjustment component 7 includes a limit rail 71 set on the frame 1 and an adjustment screw 72 rotatably connected to the limit rail 71. The movable rail 22 is slidably connected to the limit rail 71 and threadedly connected to the adjustment screw 72.

[0167] The adjustment assembly 7 includes a limiting rail 71 and an adjusting screw 72, used to adjust the distance between the fixed rail 21 and the movable rail 22. By rotating the adjusting screw 72, the movable rail 22 slides on the limiting rail 71, achieving rapid and accurate adjustment of the distance. This function allows the equipment to adapt to the processing needs of battery covers of different widths, improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.

[0168] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed. The scope of protection of this invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A ring-track multi-station battery cover pressing device, comprising a frame (1), characterized in that, The frame (1) is equipped with: X-axis track assembly line (2), which is used for loading and unloading battery covers; A hot air box module (3) is disposed above the X-axis track assembly line (2) and is used to preheat the battery cover; Y-axis drive rail (4), which is located above the X-axis track assembly line (2) and is used to move the battery cover in the Y-axis direction; The Z-axis picking and placing robot (5) is set on the Y-axis drive rail (4) and is used to grab and move the battery cover. The Y-axis drive rail (4) drives the Z-axis picking and placing robot (5) to move. The ring track processing unit (6) includes: A ring rail assembly (61) is mounted on the frame (1); The workpiece base (62) is set on the ring rail assembly (61) and driven by the ring rail assembly (61) to perform closed-loop motion. The Z-axis loading and unloading robot (5) is used to load and unload the battery cover on the workpiece base (62) and the X-axis rail assembly line (2) to realize the battery cover transfer processing. A support bracket (65) is mounted on the frame (1); A heating module (63) is mounted on the support bracket (65) and is used to perform secondary heating on the battery cover on the workpiece base (62); A pressing module (64) is disposed on the support bracket (65) and is used to press the battery cover on the workpiece base (62); The ring rail assembly (61) includes: The track body (611) is mounted on the frame (1) and is used to guide and support the workpiece base (62); The motor (612) is mounted on the frame (1); A ring track sprocket (613) is disposed at the output end of the motor (612); A ring track chain (614) is sleeved on the ring track sprocket (613) and the ring track chain (614) is provided with a node that connects to the workpiece base (62); The heating module (63) includes: The second heating fan (631) is mounted on the support bracket (65); A hot air shroud (632) is disposed below the second heating fan (631); A second temperature sensor (633) is disposed on the hot air shroud (632); The support bracket (65) is connected to an electric push rod (634) for controlling the height of the second heating fan (631) and the hot air hood (632), and the second heating fan (631) is connected to the output end of the electric push rod (634); The pressing module (64) includes: A pressing cylinder (641) is mounted on the bearing bracket (65); A flat-plate pressure sensor (642) is disposed at the output end of the pressing cylinder (641); A pressing fixture (643) is provided at the bottom of the flat pressure sensor (642). The pressing fixture (643) adopts a split design and can be replaced with the corresponding model according to the battery cover model. The pressing fixture (643) is used to press and shape the battery cover in conjunction with the workpiece base (62). The hot air box module (3) includes: The bellows housing (31) is mounted on the frame (1); The first heating fan (32) is disposed inside the air box housing (31); The top cover (33) is fitted onto the outer shell (31) of the bellows; A latch (34) is provided on the outer shell (31) of the bellows and is used to lock the upper cover (33); A first temperature sensor (35) is installed on the outer shell (31) of the air box and is used to monitor the temperature information between the X-axis track assembly line (2) and the hot air box module (3).

2. The ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The X-axis track assembly line (2) includes a loading position (201) and a unloading position (202), which are located on the outside of the frame (1) to provide loading and unloading of battery covers; The X-axis track assembly line (2) includes: A fixed rail (21) is mounted on the frame (1); The movable rail (22) is set on the frame (1) and has a position adjustment function, thereby controlling the distance between the fixed rail (21) and the movable rail (22) to facilitate the processing of battery covers of different widths; A conveyor roller (23) is mounted on the fixed rail (21) and the movable rail (22) and is used to convey the battery cover.

3. The ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The frame (1) is provided with an adjustment assembly (7) for adjusting the distance between the fixed rail (21) and the movable rail (22). The adjustment assembly (7) includes a limiting rail (71) set on the frame (1) and an adjustment screw (72) rotatably connected to the limiting rail (71). The movable rail (22) is slidably connected to the limiting rail (71) and threadedly connected to the adjustment screw (72).

4. The ring track multi-station battery cover pressing equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The frame (1) is provided with a lower barcode scanning module (101) and an upper vision CCD detection module (102). The lower barcode scanning module (101) and the upper vision CCD detection module (102) are respectively located on the X-axis track assembly line (2). The frame (1) is also provided with an operation button (11), a display screen (12) and an operation keyboard (13).

5. The method of using a multi-station ring track battery cover pressing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The method of use includes the following steps: S1: Loading and unloading stage: The battery cover is first placed on the loading position (201) of the X-axis track assembly line (2); The X-axis track assembly line (2) is started, and the battery cover is conveyed to the bottom of the hot air box module (3) for preheating via the conveyor roller (23); S2: Preheating stage: The first heating fan (32) in the hot air box module (3) is started, and hot air is blown to the battery cover on the X-axis track assembly line (2) through the air duct inside the air box shell (31) for preheating. The first temperature sensor (35) monitors the temperature between the hot air box module (3) and the X-axis track assembly line (2) to ensure that the preheating temperature reaches the preset value; S3: Y-axis movement and grasping phase: Driven by the Y-axis drive rail (4), the Z-axis picking and placing robot (5) moves to the top of the preheated battery cover; The Z-axis pick-and-place robot (5) grabs the battery cover and moves it above the workpiece base (62) of the ring rail processing unit (6) under the guidance of the Y-axis drive rail (4). S4: Ring rail processing stage: The workpiece base (62) performs a closed-loop motion under the drive of the ring rail assembly (61); when the workpiece base (62) moves to the Z-axis pick-and-place robot (5), the Z-axis pick-and-place robot (5) places the battery cover on the workpiece base (62); The heating module (63) is started, and the second heating fan (631) blows hot air to the battery cover through the hot air cover (632). The second temperature sensor (633) monitors the temperature on the hot air cover (632) to ensure that the heating temperature reaches the preset value. The pressing module (64) is started, and the pressing cylinder (641) drives the flat plate pressure sensor (642) and the pressing fixture (643) to move downward to press the battery cover into shape; the flat plate pressure sensor (642) monitors the pressure in real time during the pressing process to ensure the pressing quality; S5: Material feeding stage: After pressing is completed, the workpiece base (62) continues to move to below the Z-axis pick-and-place robot (5); The Z-axis pick-and-place robot (5) grabs the processed battery cover and, guided by the Y-axis drive rail (4), moves it to the unloading position (202) above the X-axis track assembly line (2) and places the battery cover on the unloading position (202).

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