Multi-module production line and production process

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of automation equipment, and discloses a multi-module production line and a production process, the multi-module production line comprises a plurality of platform units and a plurality of functional modules with different functions, the plurality of platform units are arranged side by side, and the adjacent platform units communicate with each other, so that products can circulate among the platform units; the plurality of different functional modules are selectively mounted on the platform units, and one or more than two functional modules are mounted on each platform unit, so that the production equipment capable of machining different workpieces or executing different machining procedures on the same workpiece is formed; the multiple production devices are matched to form a production line for continuously machining workpieces. At least part of the functional modules can be detachably installed in a modularized mode, a user can disassemble and replace the functional modules on the machine table according to adjustment of the production process, and therefore the production process can be efficiently and flexibly switched.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automation equipment, and in particular to a multi-module production line and a production process. Background Art

[0002] At present, the functions of automation equipment are single, the process is not easy to adjust, the flexibility is low, and the R&D cost is high. For example, non-standard automation equipment design manufacturers need to design and replace different automation production lines according to the different production processes of the products to meet the different production processes of the products.

[0003] However, replacing the entire production line requires a long time for redesign, production and assembly, has low flexibility, and has high subsequent maintenance costs.

[0004] Therefore, a multi-module production line and production process are urgently needed to solve the above technical problems. Summary of the invention

[0005] The object of the present invention is to provide a multi-module production line and production process, which can be equipped with different functional modules to form different production lines and realize different production processes according to needs.

[0006] To achieve this object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] In a first aspect, the present application provides a multi-module production line, comprising: a plurality of platform units and a plurality of functional modules with different functions, wherein the plurality of platform units are arranged side by side and adjacent platform units are interconnected so that products can flow between the platform units;

[0008] Multiple different functional modules can be selectively installed on the platform unit, and one or more functional modules are installed on each platform unit to form a production equipment that can process different workpieces or perform different processing steps on the same workpiece. Multiple production equipment are combined to form a production line for continuous processing of workpieces.

[0009] Optionally, each of the platform units includes a mounting portion and a control system, the mounting portion is used to connect the functional module, and the control system is used to control the operation of the functional module installed on the mounting portion.

[0010] Optionally, the control system includes an identification unit and a control unit, and the identification unit and the control unit are signal-connected. When the functional module is installed on the installation part, the identification unit can identify the functional module and provide feedback to the control unit so that the control unit controls the operation of the functional module.

[0011] Optionally, the platform unit includes a base frame and a transverse movement module, the transverse movement module is connected to the base frame, the output end of the transverse movement module can move in a horizontal plane, and the mounting portion is arranged at the output end of the transverse movement module and / or the base frame.

[0012] Optionally, the functional module is modularly installed on the installation part, and when the functional module is structurally connected to the installation part, the functional module is electrically connected to the control system.

[0013] Optionally, one of the mounting portion and the functional module is provided with an electrical socket, and the other is provided with an electrical plug. When the functional module is installed on the mounting portion, the electrical plug is plugged into the electrical socket to electrically connect the functional module to the control system.

[0014] Optionally, the functional module includes at least one of a process module, a conveying module, a feeding module, a calibration module and an auxiliary module, and the process module, the conveying module, the feeding module, the calibration module and the auxiliary module are of various types.

[0015] Optionally, the process module includes at least two of a dispensing module, a coating module, a suction module, a clamping module, a film tearing module, a locking module, a cleaning module and a detection module; and / or

[0016] The conveying module includes at least two of a single-track single-station module, a single-track double-station module, a double-track single-station module, a double-track double-station module, a chain-type single-station module and a carrier reflow module; and / or

[0017] The feeding module includes at least two of a coil feeder, a sheet feeder, a screw feeder, a bulk feeder, a flexible feeder and a tray feeder; and / or

[0018] The calibration module includes at least two of a visual calibration module, a dispensing valve calibration module and a torque calibration module; and / or

[0019] The auxiliary modules include at least two of a feeder seat module, a lifting and reflow module, a coating and clearing module, a plasma control box, a UV cold light control system and a UV light curing module.

[0020] Optionally, the suction module includes a vacuum suction mechanism, the vacuum suction mechanism includes a vacuum suction nozzle that can be lifted vertically, and the vacuum suction nozzle is used to absorb the thermal conductive cotton; and / or

[0021] The clamping module comprises a clamping mechanism, wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a clamping jaw assembly that can be lifted and lowered vertically, and the clamping jaw assembly is used to clamp the side edge of the workpiece; and / or

[0022] The locking module includes an electric screwdriver mechanism, which includes an electric screwdriver head that can be lifted vertically and a material receiving assembly, and the electric screwdriver head obtains screws from the material receiving assembly and locks the screws onto the workpiece; and / or

[0023] The detection module comprises a visual detection mechanism, and a detection end of the visual detection mechanism can rotate around a vertical axis and / or a horizontal axis to adjust the angle of visual detection of the workpiece.

[0024] Optionally, the plurality of production equipment includes:

[0025] A reinforcing plate feeding device, wherein the tray loading device, the clamping module and the conveying module are mounted on the platform unit to form the reinforcing plate feeding device, the tray loading device is used to convey the reinforcing plate, the clamping module is used to clamp the reinforcing plate conveyed by the tray loading device to the carrier on the conveying module, and the conveying module is used to convey the carrier carrying the reinforcing plate to the downstream;

[0026] The cotton pasting device, wherein the tray loader, the suction module and the conveying module are mounted on the other platform unit to form the cotton pasting device, the tray loader is used to convey the thermally conductive cotton, the suction module is used to suck the thermally conductive cotton conveyed by the tray loader and paste it on the reinforcing plate, and the conveying module is used to convey the reinforcing plate pasted with the thermally conductive cotton to the downstream;

[0027] An assembly device, wherein the tray loader, the clamping module and the conveying module are assembled on the other platform unit to form the assembly device, the tray loader is used to convey the PCBA, the clamping module is used to clamp the PCBA and stack it on the reinforcing plate with the thermal conductive cotton mounted thereon, and the conveying module is used to convey the reinforcing plate with the PCBA stacked thereon to the downstream;

[0028] The locking device is equipped with the screw feeder, the locking module and the conveying module on the other platform unit to form the locking device, the screw feeder is used to convey screws to the material receiving assembly, the electric screwdriver is used to lock the reinforcement plate and PCBA, and the conveying module is used to convey the locked reinforcement plate and PCBA to the downstream;

[0029] The appearance inspection device is provided with the inspection module and the conveying module on the other platform unit to form the appearance inspection device, wherein the inspection module is used for visually inspecting the appearance of the reinforcing plate and the PCBA, and the conveying module is used for conveying the inspected reinforcing plate and the PCBA to the downstream.

[0030] Optionally, two adjacent platform units are spaced apart; the conveying module in one platform unit and the conveying module in another adjacent platform unit are spaced apart in the conveying direction, and the gap between the two is less than half of the length of the carrier in the conveying direction.

[0031] Optionally, adjacent platform units are detachably connected, and the number and type of production equipment in the multi-module production line can be adjusted by disassembling and assembling the platform units.

[0032] Optionally, data communication is implemented between the plurality of platform units via Hermes and / or Ethernet communication protocols; and / or

[0033] The plurality of platform units are communicatively connected to the same server, switch or gateway to implement data communication between the plurality of platform units.

[0034] On the second aspect, the present application also provides a multi-module production line, comprising a plurality of platform units and a plurality of functional modules, wherein the plurality of platform units are arranged side by side and are interconnected with adjacent ones so that products can flow between the platform units; a plurality of different functional modules can be selectively installed on the platform units to constitute production equipment with different functions, and at least some of the functional modules on the production equipment can be detachably installed on the platform units in a modular form, and the function of the production equipment and the process of the multi-module production line can be adjusted by disassembling the functional modules.

[0035] In a third aspect, the present application further provides a multi-module production process, which is implemented by a multi-module production line, wherein the multi-module production line includes a functional module, a control system and a plurality of platform units, wherein the functional module includes a plurality of process modules, and the plurality of process modules can be selectively installed in a modular form on the platform unit in a detachable manner, wherein the platform unit includes a mounting portion, wherein the mounting portion is used to detachably install the process module, and the control system is used to control the process module installed on the mounting portion to realize its function, and the multi-module production process includes:

[0036] In each of the platform units, one of the process modules is selectively installed on the installation portion corresponding to the platform unit, and the process module installed on the installation portion is controlled by the control system to work so as to realize the corresponding processing technology;

[0037] The process modules on at least part of the platform units are removed, and another type of process modules are installed on the mounting portion, and the control system controls the process modules to operate to implement another processing technology.

[0038] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0039] The multi-module production line provided by the present invention can selectively assemble functional modules with different functions on the platform unit according to the requirements of the production process, so as to form different production lines and realize different production processes. Among them, at least some functional modules can be detachably installed in a modular form, and users can replace the functional modules on the machine according to the adjustment of the production process, so as to switch the production process efficiently and flexibly. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0040] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-module production line provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a production device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of a platform unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention when a clamping module is installed;

[0043] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a first structure of a platform unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of a platform unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention when an absorption module is installed;

[0045] Figure 6 is a second structural schematic diagram of the platform unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 7 is a schematic structural diagram of a tray loading device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 8 It is a structural schematic diagram of a platform unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention when a clamping module and a tray loading device are installed;

[0048] Fig. 9 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an absorption module provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Fig.10 is a schematic structural diagram of a clamping module provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0050] Fig.11 is a structural schematic diagram of a locking module provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0051] Fig.12 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a detection module provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0052] Fig.13 is a first exploded schematic diagram of a vacuum nozzle provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0053] Fig.14 is a second exploded schematic diagram of the vacuum nozzle provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0054] Fig.15 is a structural schematic diagram of a clamping jaw assembly provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0055] Fig.16 yes Fig.10 The enlarged schematic diagram of point A in the middle;

[0056] Fig.17 yes Fig.11 The enlarged schematic diagram of point B in the middle;

[0057] Fig.18 It is a structural schematic diagram of a platform unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention when a locking module and a screw feeder are installed;

[0058] Fig.19 It is a schematic diagram of the process flow of the multi-module production process provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] Reference numerals:

[0060] 10. Production equipment;

[0061] 11. Platform unit; 11a. Mounting part; 111. Base frame; 112. Transverse movement module;

[0062] 12. Functional modules;

[0063] 12a, suction module; 121a, vacuum suction mechanism;

[0064] 122a, vacuum nozzle; 1221a, cotton suction head; 1222a, mounting block; 12221a, mounting plane; 12222a, adjustment hole;

[0065] 1231a, main body; 1232a, screw; 1233a, connector;

[0066] 12b, clamping module; 121b, clamping mechanism;

[0067] 122b, clamping jaw assembly; 1221b, main frame;

[0068] 1222b, opening and closing driving member; 12221b, motor body; 12222b, first screw segment; 12223b, second screw segment;

[0069] 1223b, clamping portion; 12231b, sliding mounting block; 12232b, clamping block; 12233b, supporting member; 12234b, pushing member; 12235b, pushing block; 12236b, wedge-shaped inclined surface;

[0070] 12c, locking module; 121c, electric screwdriver mechanism; 122c, electric screwdriver head; 123c, material receiving assembly; 1231c, material receiving driving member; 1232c, material receiving block; 12321c, material receiving trough; 123c, material feeding pipe;

[0071] 12d, detection module; 121d, visual detection mechanism;

[0072] 12e, conveying module;

[0073] 12f, feeding module;

[0074] 121f, tray loader; 1211f, loading rack;

[0075] 122f, screw feeder;

[0076] 13. Electrical socket; 14. Electrical plug. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0077] The present invention will be further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only parts related to the present invention, rather than all structures, are shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0078] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0079] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0080] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper", "lower", "right", etc., directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish in the description and have no special meaning.

[0081] It should be noted that in the relevant technologies, the functions of automated equipment are single, the process is not easy to adjust, the flexibility is low, and the R&D cost is high. For example, a dispensing production line can only provide a dispensing process. If a screw locking process is required, it is necessary to purchase a new screw locking machine, which not only increases the cost but also affects the production efficiency.

[0082] Based on this, see Figure 1-3 An embodiment of the present application provides a multi-module production line, including a plurality of platform units 11 and a plurality of functional modules 12 with different functions. The plurality of platform units 11 are arranged side by side and adjacent platform units 11 are interconnected so that products can flow between the platform units 11.

[0083] Multiple different functional modules 12 can be selectively installed on the platform unit 11. One or more functional modules 12 are installed on each platform unit 11 to form a production equipment 10 that can process different workpieces or perform different processing steps on the same workpiece. Multiple production equipment 10 are combined to form a production line for continuous processing of workpieces.

[0084] It should be noted that "multiple" refers to two or more, and can be set as needed. For example, when two processing steps are required, the multi-module production line includes two platform units 11 and two functional modules 12 that can implement the corresponding processes, and each platform unit 11 is installed with a corresponding functional module 12. When three processing steps are required, the multi-module production line includes three platform units 11 and three functional modules 12 that can implement the corresponding processes, and each platform unit 11 is installed with a corresponding functional module 12. This application does not limit this.

[0085] It can also be understood that the number of platform units 11 and the number of functional modules 12 are not in a one-to-one correspondence. For example, more functional modules 12 can be included than the number of platform units 11, and different functional modules 12 can realize different functions. That is, the production line formed at this time is not a single production line, but can be formed according to user needs by replacing functional modules 12 with different functions from the original production line to form another production line and realize another production process. That is, the platform unit 11 can be reused without moving or changing the platform unit 11.

[0086] It can be understood that at least part of the functional modules 12 on the production equipment 10 can be detachably installed on the platform unit 11 in a modular form, and the function of the production equipment 10 and the process of the multi-module production line can be adjusted by replacing the functional modules 12.

[0087] As can be seen from the above, the multi-module production line provided by the present invention can selectively assemble functional modules 12 with different functions on the platform unit 11 according to the requirements of the production process, so as to form different production lines and realize different production processes. Among them, at least some functional modules 12 can be detachably installed in a modular form, and the user can replace the functional modules 12 on the machine according to the adjustment of the production process, so as to switch the production process efficiently and flexibly.

[0088] For example, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 Each platform unit 11 includes a mounting portion 11 a and a control system. The mounting portion 11 a is used to connect the functional module 12 , and the control system is used to control the operation of the functional module 12 installed on the mounting portion 11 a .

[0089] Among them, the control system may include an identification unit and a control unit, and the identification unit and the control unit are connected by signal. When the function module 12 is installed on the installation part 11a, the identification unit can identify the function module 12 and feed back to the control unit, so that the control unit controls the function module 12 to work. For example, each function module 12 stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of each function module 12 and feed back the identity information to the control unit. The control unit calls the corresponding function program according to the identity information to control the function module 12 to implement the corresponding function. Exemplarily, each function module 12 stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of each function module 12 and feed back the identity information to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information to call the function program corresponding to the identity information to control the function module 12 to implement the corresponding function.

[0090] Specifically, each of the multiple functional modules 12 has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit detects and identifies different functional modules through the ID and / or IP information, and feeds back the ID and / or IP information to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software to change the corresponding production task.

[0091] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to each functional module, and runs the corresponding task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit. Such a design can make the main control unit automatically retrieve the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to each functional module in the multiple functional modules 12, and improve the switching efficiency between different production tasks. Preferably, the firmware program can also be burned to the control unit through the USB interface, so that the control unit stores one or more sets of process flow configuration files. Of course, it is understandable that it is also feasible to store one or more sets of process flow configuration files in the control unit in other ways, and this application is not limited here.

[0092] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 The platform unit 11 may include a base frame 111 and a transverse movement module 112, wherein the transverse movement module 112 is connected to the base frame 111, and the output end of the transverse movement module 112 can move in a horizontal plane, wherein a mounting portion 11a for mounting the functional module 12 may be arranged at the output end of the transverse movement module 112, and the mounting portion 11a may also be arranged on the base frame 111. Of course, it can also be understood that both the output end of the transverse movement module 112 and the base frame 111 are provided with the mounting portion 11a.

[0093] It should be noted that the traverse module 112 may be a gantry structure (eg Figure 3 As shown), it can also be a cantilever structure (as shown Figure 5 As shown), it can be specifically configured as needed. Taking the transverse moving module 112 as a gantry structure as an example, the transverse moving module 112 may include a gantry and a transverse moving module arranged on the gantry, and the mounting portion 11a is arranged at the output end of the transverse moving module. In this way, when the functional module 12 is installed on the mounting portion 11a on the output end of the transverse moving module, the functional module 12 can be driven to move by the transverse moving module.

[0094] Exemplarily, the functional module 12 is modularly installed on the mounting portion 11a. When the functional module 12 is structurally connected to the mounting portion 11a, the functional module 12 is also electrically connected to the control system. That is to say, the installer only needs to install the functional module 12 as a whole into the mounting position on the platform unit 11 to achieve structural connection and electrical connection at the same time without the need to connect electrical pipelines separately. When the functional module 12 is disassembled, the structural connection and the electrical connection can also be disconnected at the same time, which simplifies the disassembly and assembly process and makes the replacement of the functional module 12 more convenient.

[0095] In order to facilitate the installation and connection of the functional module 12, please refer to Figure 6-Figure 8 ,in, Figure 8The functional module 12 in the embodiment is specifically the tray loading device 121f in the feeding module 12f and the clamping module 12b in the process module. It can be understood that at this time, the output end of the traverse module 112 and the base frame 111 are both provided with a mounting portion 11a for mounting the functional module. An electrical socket 13 is provided on one of the mounting portion 11a and the functional module 12, and an electrical plug 14 is provided on the other. When the functional module 12 is installed on the mounting portion 11a, the electrical plug 14 is plugged into the electrical socket 13 to electrically connect the functional module 12 to the control system.

[0096] For example, an electrical socket 13 may be provided on the mounting portion 11a, and an electrical plug 14 may be provided on the functional module 12. When the functional module 12 is mounted on the mounting portion 11a, the electrical plug 14 is plugged into the electrical socket 13 to electrically connect the functional module 12 to the control system. Of course, it is also possible to provide an electrical plug 14 on the mounting portion 11a, and provide an electrical socket 13 on the functional module 12. When the functional module 12 is mounted on the mounting portion 11a, the electrical plug 14 is plugged into the electrical socket 13 to electrically connect the functional module 12 to the control system.

[0097] In some implementations, the number of mounting portions 11 a may be one, with one mounting portion 11 a mounting one functional module 12 .

[0098] Alternatively, at least two mounting portions 11 a may be provided, one mounting portion 11 a is used to mount one functional module 12 , and the functional modules 12 on different mounting portions 11 a have different functions.

[0099] Alternatively, at least two mounting portions 11 a may be provided, one mounting portion 11 a is used to mount one functional module 12 , and the functional modules 12 on different mounting portions 11 a have the same functions.

[0100] Of course, it is also understandable that if the size of the mounting portion 11a is large enough, multiple functional modules 12 can be installed on one mounting portion 11a by simply arranging multiple electrical sockets 13 or electrical plugs 14 thereon at intervals.

[0101] It is understandable that different functional modules 12 can meet different requirements, for example, the functional module 12 may include at least one of a process module, a conveying module 12e, a feeding module 12f, a calibration module and an auxiliary module, and the process module, the conveying module 12e, the feeding module 12f, the calibration module and the auxiliary module may be of various types. The user may install the corresponding module with the required function to the platform unit 11 according to specific needs to realize the corresponding production process.

[0102] Exemplarily, the process module can be installed on the mounting portion 11a at the output end of the traverse module, and the conveying module 12e, the feeding module 12f, the calibration module and the auxiliary module can be installed on the mounting portion 11a on the chassis 111. The process module is used to operate the workpiece, and there are many types of process modules. The various types of process modules correspond to different operating functions, such as dispensing, coating, sucking, clamping, locking, cleaning or testing the workpiece. The specific method depends on the actual function of the selected process module, and this application does not limit it here.

[0103] For example, the process module can be mounted on the traverse module 112. Figure 9-12 The process modules may include at least two of a dispensing module (not shown), a coating module (not shown), a suction module 12a, a clamping module 12b, a film tearing module (not shown), a locking module 12c, a cleaning module (not shown) and a detection module 12d, so that they can be selected according to the specific process.

[0104] In some embodiments, the dispensing module may include a dispensing valve, and the coating module may include a coating valve.

[0105] In some embodiments, see Fig. 9 , the suction module 12a may include a vacuum suction mechanism 121a, the vacuum suction mechanism 121a includes a vacuum suction nozzle 122a that can be vertically lifted, and the vacuum suction nozzle 122a is used to absorb the thermal conductive cotton. In the embodiment of the present application, the vacuum suction nozzle 122a is lifted and lowered by a first motor drive, such as, the first motor includes a main body 1231a and a screw 1232a, the screw 1232a is screwed to the main body 1231a, and the main body 1231a is used to drive the screw 1232a to move along the gravity direction, wherein the screw 1232a is connected to the vacuum suction nozzle 122a through a connector 1233a, and the screw 1232a can drive the vacuum suction nozzle 122a to lift and lower during the lifting process.

[0106] It is understandable that the vacuum nozzle 122a needs to be connected to the air source so that the vacuum nozzle 122a has adsorption force. Usually, the vacuum nozzle 122a needs to be connected to the air source through an air pipe, and the vacuum nozzle 122a needs to be moved. At this time, the external air pipe is prone to cause air pipe entanglement or wear during the movement of the vacuum nozzle 122a.

[0107] Based on this, in the embodiment of the present application, the screw 1232a is set as a hollow screw, that is, the screw 1232a has a through hole that penetrates along its own axial direction. The hollow screw 1232a is connected to the vacuum suction nozzle 122a through the connector 1233a and communicates with the vacuum suction nozzle 122a. At this time, the air pipe can be passed through the screw 1232a and connected to the vacuum suction nozzle 122a, so that the air pipe can be prevented from being exposed and the problem of air pipe winding or wear can be solved.

[0108] In some embodiments, see Fig.13 and Fig.14 Combined with Fig. 9 The vacuum nozzle 122a may include a suction head 1221a, a mounting block 1222a, a fastener (not shown) and an adjusting piece (not shown). The mounting block 1222a is connected to the connecting head 1233a. The mounting block 1222a includes a mounting plane 12221a facing away from the connecting head 1233a. The suction head 1221a is mounted on the mounting plane 12221a by means of fasteners. The mounting block 1222a is also provided with at least two adjusting holes 12222a. The adjusting piece is passed through the adjusting hole 12222a and can stop at the suction head 1221a. It can be understood that the mounting block 1222a has a central axis perpendicular to the mounting plane 12221a, and at least two adjustment holes 12222a are distributed on both sides of the central axis of the mounting block 1222a, such as, one adjustment hole 12222a is located on one side of the central axis, and the other adjustment hole 12222a is located on the other side of the central axis. In this way, when the cotton suction head 1221a is not parallel to the mounting plane 12221a during installation, the height of the cotton suction head 1221a can be lifted by adjusting the adjustment member, so that the cotton suction head 1221a can be adjusted to be parallel to the mounting plane 12221a, that is, the cotton suction head 1221a can be adjusted to be horizontal, so as to better adsorb the thermal conductive cotton.

[0109] In some embodiments, see Fig.15 and Fig.16 Combined with Fig.10 The clamping module 12b may include a clamping mechanism 121b, and the clamping mechanism 121b includes a clamping jaw assembly 122b that can be lifted vertically, and the clamping jaw assembly 122b is used to clamp the side edge of the workpiece. It can be understood that the clamping jaw assembly 122b can be driven by a lifting motor to lift. In order to facilitate the clamping jaw assembly 122b to grab the workpiece, please continue to refer to Fig.15The clamping jaw assembly 122b includes a main frame 1221b, an opening and closing driving member 1222b, and two oppositely arranged clamping parts 1223b. The opening and closing driving member 1222b is arranged on the main frame 1221b. The two oppositely arranged clamping parts 1223b are slidably connected to the main frame 1221b. The opening and closing driving member 1222b is used to drive the two oppositely arranged clamping parts 1223b to move toward or away from each other to clamp or release the workpiece. Exemplarily, the opening and closing drive member 1222b may include a second motor. It can be understood that the second motor includes a motor body 12221b and a first screw segment 12222b and a second screw segment 12223b located on both sides of the motor body 12221b. The motor body 12221b is used to drive the first screw segment 12222b and the second screw segment 12223b to rotate. One clamping portion 1223b is screwed to the first screw segment 12222b, and the other clamping portion 1223b is screwed to the second screw segment 12223b. In this way, by controlling the rotation of the first screw segment 12222b and the second screw segment 12223b, the two oppositely arranged clamping portions 1223b can be driven to move toward or away from each other.

[0110] In some embodiments, please refer to Fig.15 and Fig.16 Combined with Fig.10 In order to improve the clamping effect of the clamping part 1223b, the clamping part 1223b may include a sliding mounting block 12231b and a clamping block 12232b. The sliding mounting block 12231b is slidably connected to the main frame 1221b. The opening and closing driving member 1222b is used to drive the sliding mounting block 12231b to move. The clamping block 12232b is arranged on the sliding mounting block 12231b. When the sliding mounting block 12231b slides, the clamping block 12232b can be driven to approach the workpiece or move away from the workpiece, so that the clamping blocks 12232b of the two relatively arranged clamping parts 1223b can cooperate together to clamp the workpiece.

[0111] In order to further improve the clamping effect, the clamping part 1223b may also include a support member 12233b, a push member 12234b and a push block 12235b, wherein the push member 12234b is disposed on the sliding mounting block 12231b, the push block 12235b is connected to the driving end of the push member 12234b, and the push member 12234b is used to drive the push block 12235b to move along a first direction, wherein the first direction is parallel to the thickness direction of the workpiece. The support member 12233b is slidably connected to the clamping block 12232b, and can slide relative to the clamping block 12232b in a direction perpendicular to the first direction. The support member 12233b is provided with a wedge-shaped inclined surface 12236b at one end facing the pushing block 12235b, and one end of the pushing block 12235b abuts against the wedge-shaped inclined surface 12236b. When the pushing block 12235b moves downward, the support member 12233b can be pushed to move, and with the cooperation of the wedge-shaped inclined surface 12236b, the support member 12233b moves in a direction away from the workpiece. An elastic member can be provided between the support member 12233b and the clamping block 12232b. When 2233b moves in a direction away from the workpiece, the elastic member undergoes elastic deformation. When the pushing block 12235b moves upward, the supporting member 12233b loses the pushing force. At this time, the elastic member can restore the elastic deformation. Under the action of the elastic member, the supporting member 12233b moves in a direction close to the workpiece. It can be understood that when the clamping block 12232b clamps the workpiece, the supporting member 12233b is partially located below the workpiece so that it can cooperate with the clamping block 12232b to clamp the workpiece more stably.

[0112] In order to better understand the movement process of the clamping part 1223b clamping the workpiece, one of the movement modes of the clamping part 1223b clamping the workpiece is described here. For example, when the workpiece needs to be clamped, the opening and closing driving member 1222b drives the two relatively arranged clamping parts 1223b to move toward each other, so that the clamping block 12232b of the clamping part 1223b clamps the side of the workpiece. At this time, the support member 12233b of the clamping part 1223b is located below the workpiece and cooperates with the clamping block 12232b to stably clamp the workpiece. When the workpiece needs to be put down, the pushing member 12234b of the clamping portion 1223b drives the pushing block 12235b to move downward, and one end of the pushing block 12235b abuts against the wedge-shaped inclined surface 12236b of the supporting member 12233b. When the pushing block 12235b moves downward, it can push the supporting member 12233b to move, and with the cooperation of the wedge-shaped inclined surface 12236b of the supporting member 12233b, the supporting member 12233b moves in a direction away from the workpiece. At this time, the supporting member 12233b no longer supports the workpiece.

[0113] It can also be understood that in order to prevent the clamping block 12232b from damaging the workpiece, a buffer block can be provided on the side of the clamping block 12232b facing the workpiece.

[0114] In some embodiments, see Fig.17 and Fig.18 Combined with Fig.11 , the locking module 12c may include an electric screwdriver mechanism 121c, and the electric screwdriver mechanism 121c includes an electric screwdriver head 122c that can be vertically lifted and lowered and a material receiving assembly 123c, and the electric screwdriver head 122c obtains screws from the material receiving assembly 123c and locks them on the workpiece. It can be understood that the electric screwdriver head 122c can be driven to lift and lower by a motor module. The material receiving assembly 123c can be connected to the screw feeder 122f through the feed pipe 123c, and the screws of the screw feeder 122f can be transported to the material receiving assembly 123c via the feed pipe 123c, and the material receiving assembly 123c can move to the bottom of the electric screwdriver head 122c to allow the electric screwdriver head 122c to pick up the screws. Among them, the electric screwdriver head 122c can have a certain magnetism, and the electric screwdriver head 122c picks up the screws of the material receiving assembly 123c through magnetic force.

[0115] Exemplarily, the material receiving assembly 123c may include a material receiving drive member 1231c and a material receiving block 1232c, wherein the material receiving block 1232c is provided with a material receiving groove 12321c matching the screw, and the driving end of the material receiving drive member 1231c is connected to the material receiving block 1232c, and the material receiving drive member 1231c is used to drive the material receiving block 1232c to move, so that the material receiving block 1232c can move to a position where the material receiving groove 12321c thereon is opposite to the electric screwdriver 122c, so that the electric screwdriver 122c can pick up the screw. It is understandable that the material receiving drive member 1231c can also drive the material receiving block 1232c to move to a position where the material receiving groove 12321c thereon is located at the screw feeding position, so that the screw can be supplied to the material receiving groove 12321c of the material receiving block 1232c.

[0116] In some embodiments, the cleaning module in the process module may include a plasma head, and the workpiece is cleaned by the plasma head. Exemplarily, the gas used by the plasma head may be air, argon or nitrogen.

[0117] In some embodiments, see Fig.12 The inspection module 12d may include a visual inspection mechanism 121d, and the inspection end of the visual inspection mechanism 121d can rotate around a vertical axis and / or a horizontal axis to adjust the angle of visual inspection of the workpiece. It can be understood that the inspection end can be an industrial camera. The visual inspection mechanism 121d is used to detect whether the workpiece or the assembled product is qualified.

[0118] When the functional module 12 includes the conveying module 12e, the conveying module 12e is used to convey workpieces or assembled products.

[0119] Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e includes at least two of a monorail single-station module, a monorail double-station module, a chain-type single-station module, and a carrier reflow module. It is understandable that the monorail single-station module refers to a conveying track with only one station on it. The monorail double-station module refers to a conveying track with two stations on it. The chain-type single-station module refers to a conveying track driven by a chain transmission with only one station on it. The carrier reflow module refers to a conveying track with a carrier plate installed on it, and the carrier plate moves in a cycle along the track.

[0120] When the functional module 12 includes a material supply module 12f, the material supply module 12f is used to provide materials. For example, when adhesive tape, thermal conductive cotton, and screws are required, adhesive tape, thermal conductive cotton, screws, and other materials need to be provided.

[0121] Exemplarily, the feeding module 12f includes a coil feeder, a sheet feeder, a screw feeder 122f (such as Fig.18 ), bulk feeders, flexible feeders and tray loaders 121f (as shown in Figure 8 As shown in the figure, at least two of the above. It can be understood that the coil feeder mainly provides roll-shaped materials, such as FPC reinforcing steel sheets, Mylar tape, foam, dust-proof nets, high-temperature tape, etc. The sheet feeder mainly provides sheet-shaped materials, such as labels, Mylar, double-sided tape, conductive tape, etc. The screw feeder 122f mainly provides screws. The bulk material feeder mainly provides large-scale and regular bulk materials. The flexible feeder mainly provides irregular, small-batch, multi-variety materials with obvious front and back features. The tray loader 121f mainly provides materials loaded on the tray.

[0122] When the functional module 12 includes a calibration module, the calibration module is used to calibrate the functional module 12 before performing a corresponding process.

[0123] Exemplarily, the calibration module includes at least two of a visual calibration module, a dispensing valve calibration module, and a torque calibration module. It is understandable that the visual calibration module can use an industrial camera to take pictures through the industrial camera to perform size measurement or position comparison, etc. The dispensing valve calibration module can include a balance component. Exemplarily, the dispensing valve can put glue on the balance component, and the balance component will measure it to determine whether the amount of glue is normal. The torque calibration module is used to calibrate the rotational torque of the screwdriver. For example, the torque calibration module includes a torque meter. When the electric screwdriver head is inserted into the torque meter and rotated, the torque value, preload value or locking value of the screwdriver can be measured by the torque meter.

[0124] When the functional module 12 includes an auxiliary module, the auxiliary module may include at least two of a feeder seat module, a lifting and reflow module, a coating and clearing module, a plasma control box, a UV cold light control system and a UV light curing module.

[0125] Exemplarily, the feeder seat module includes a feeder seat module, on which an electrical socket 13 is arranged, and the feeder seat module is used to connect feeders of various standard modules. When various feeders need to be used, the feeder seat module can be selected for assembly.

[0126] The lifting and reflow module is mainly used for the circulation and lifting and reflow of production line fixtures. When the production line has fixtures and the fixtures need to be recycled, the lifting and reflow module can be selected and assembled.

[0127] The coating and glue removal module is mainly used for coating cleaning, glue removal and cleaning. When the coating process is required, the coating and glue removal module can be selected and assembled.

[0128] The UV cold light control system is mainly used for UV cold light source control. The UV cold light control system is used in conjunction with the UV light curing module. Among them, the UV light curing module is mainly used for UV glue light source curing and is used in conjunction with the UV cold light control system.

[0129] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific structure of the above-mentioned multi-module production line, it will be explained in combination with the specific process below.

[0130] It can be understood that the platform unit 11 and the functional module 12 can constitute a production device 10. After different platform units 11 are replaced with functional modules 12 with different functions, multiple production devices 10 with different functions can be formed. Multiple production devices 10 are combined to form a production line for continuous processing of workpieces.

[0131] In some embodiments, the plurality of production equipment 10 may include a reinforcing plate feeding equipment, a cotton pasting equipment, an assembly equipment, a locking equipment and an appearance inspection equipment.

[0132] For example, see Figure 4 and Figure 8, a tray loader 121f, a clamping module 12b and a conveying module 12e can be installed on the platform unit 11 to form a reinforcing plate loading device, and the tray loader 121f is used to convey materials, such as reinforcing plates. Among them, the tray loader 121f can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the base frame 111, and at this time the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the tray loader 121f, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the tray loader 121f, so that the tray loader 121f can convey the reinforcing plate. Exemplarily, the tray loader 121f stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the tray loader 121f and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the tray loader 121f to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the tray loader 121f to control the tray loader 121f to achieve the corresponding function. The tray loader 121f is provided with an electrical socket, and the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 is provided with an electrical plug. When the tray loader 121f is mounted on the chassis 111, the electrical socket and the electrical plug are connected. It can be understood that the specific positions of the electrical socket and the electrical plug are not limited in this application, and they can be set according to specific needs.

[0133] Specifically, the tray-mounted loader 121f has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the tray-mounted loader 121f and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the tray-mounted loader 121f to change the corresponding production task.

[0134] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the tray loader 121f, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the tray loader 121f by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0135] For example, Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the tray-mounted loader 121f may include a loading rack 1211f and a lifting platform (not shown) for carrying materials. The lifting platform can be lifted and lowered on the loading rack 1211f. The lifting platform can lift the materials to the loading position for the clamping module 12b to clamp the materials thereon, such as a reinforcing plate. The base frame 111 is provided with a supporting portion for supporting the loading rack 1211f and a positioning member for positioning the loading rack 1211f. When the loading rack 1211f is supported on the supporting portion, the positioning member can be inserted into the positioning hole of the loading rack 1211f, so as to position the loading rack 1211f on the base frame 111. In this way, poor electrical connection between the tray-mounted loader 121f and the mounting portion 11a of the base frame 111 can be effectively prevented.

[0136] Among them, the clamping module 12b of the reinforcing plate loading equipment is used to clamp the reinforcing plate transmitted by the tray loading device 121f to the carrier plate on the conveying module 12e. For example, the clamping module 12b can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the transverse movement module 112. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the clamping module 12b, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the clamping module 12b, so that the clamping module 12b clamps the reinforcing plate transmitted by the tray loading device 121f to the carrier plate on the conveying module 12e. For example, the clamping module 12b stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the clamping module 12b and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the clamping module 12b to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the clamping module 12b to control the clamping module 12b to achieve the corresponding function. Specifically, the structure of the clamping module 12b can refer to the above-mentioned specific description of the clamping module 12b, and this application will not repeat it here.

[0137] Specifically, the clamping module 12b has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the clamping module 12b and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the clamping module 12b to change the corresponding production task.

[0138] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the clamping module 12b, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the clamping module 12b by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0139] Among them, the conveying module 12e of the reinforcing plate loading equipment is used to convey the carrier carrying the reinforcing plate to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the base frame 111, and at this time the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the conveying module 12e, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, so that the conveying module 12e conveys the carrier carrying the reinforcing plate to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the conveying module 12e and feed the identity information back to the control unit, and the control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the conveying module 12e, so as to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the conveying module 12e to control the conveying module 12e to realize the corresponding function.

[0140] Specifically, the conveying module 12e has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the conveying module 12e and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the conveying module 12e to change the corresponding production task.

[0141] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the conveying module 12e by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0142] For example, see Figure 4 and Figure 5 Another platform unit 11 may be equipped with another tray loader 121f, a suction module 12a and another conveying module 12e to form a cotton pasting device. The tray loader 121f is used to convey the thermal conductive cotton, the suction module 12a is used to suck the thermal conductive cotton conveyed by the tray loader 121f and paste it on the reinforcing plate, and the conveying module 12e is used to convey the reinforcing plate pasted with the thermal conductive cotton to the downstream.

[0143] The tray-mounted loader 121f can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the tray-mounted loader 121f, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the tray-mounted loader 121f, so that the tray-mounted loader 121f can transfer the thermal conductive cotton. Exemplarily, the tray-mounted loader 121f stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the tray-mounted loader 121f and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the tray-mounted loader 121f to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the tray-mounted loader 121f to control the tray-mounted loader 121f to achieve the corresponding function. It can be understood that the structure of the disk-mounted loader 121f is the same as that of the above-mentioned disk-mounted loader 121f. The difference is that the disk-mounted loader 121f in this embodiment is used to carry thermal conductive cotton. The details of the disk-mounted loader 121f can refer to the above-mentioned specific description of the disk-mounted loader 121f, and this application will not go into details here.

[0144] Among them, the suction module 12a of the cotton pasting device is used to absorb and paste the thermal conductive cotton transmitted by the disk-mounted loader 121f on the reinforcing plate. Exemplarily, the suction module 12a can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the transverse movement module 112 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the suction module 12a, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the suction module 12a, so that the suction module 12a absorbs and pastes the thermal conductive cotton transmitted by the disk-mounted loader 121f on the reinforcing plate. Exemplarily, the suction module 12a stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the suction module 12a and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the suction module 12a to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the suction module 12a to control the suction module 12a to achieve the corresponding function. Specifically, the structure of the suction module 12a can refer to the above-mentioned specific description of the suction module 12a, and this application will not repeat it here.

[0145] Specifically, the absorption module 12a has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the absorption module 12a and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the absorption module 12a to change the corresponding production task.

[0146] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the absorption module 12a, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the absorption module 12a by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0147] Among them, the conveying module 12e of the cotton pasting device is used to convey the reinforcing plate with thermal conductive cotton pasted to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11, and at this time the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the conveying module 12e, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, so that the conveying module 12e conveys the reinforcing plate with thermal conductive cotton pasted to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the conveying module 12e and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the conveying module 12e to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the conveying module 12e to control the conveying module 12e to achieve the corresponding function.

[0148] Exemplarily, another tray loader 121f, another clamping module 12b and another conveying module 12e can be installed on another platform unit 11 to form an assembly device, the tray loader 121f is used to convey the PCBA, the clamping module 12b is used to clamp the PCBA and stack it on the reinforcement plate with thermal conductive cotton attached, and the conveying module 12e is used to convey the reinforcement plate stacked with the PCBA to the downstream.

[0149] The tray loader 121f can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the tray loader 121f, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the tray loader 121f, so that the tray loader 121f can transmit the PCBA. Exemplarily, the tray loader 121f stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the tray loader 121f and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the tray loader 121f to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the tray loader 121f to control the tray loader 121f to achieve the corresponding function. It can be understood that the structure of the tray-mounted loader 121f is the same as that of the above-mentioned tray-mounted loader 121f. The difference is that the tray-mounted loader 121f in this embodiment is used to carry PCBA. The details of the tray-mounted loader 121f can refer to the above-mentioned specific description of the tray-mounted loader 121f, and this application will not go into details here.

[0150] Among them, the clamping module 12b of the assembly equipment is used to clamp the PCBA transmitted by the tray loading device 121f and stack it on the reinforcing plate with thermal conductive cotton. For example, the clamping module 12b can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the transverse movement module 112 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the clamping module 12b, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the clamping module 12b, so that the clamping module 12b clamps the PCBA transmitted by the tray loading device 121f and stacks it on the reinforcing plate with thermal conductive cotton. For example, the clamping module 12b stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the clamping module 12b and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the clamping module 12b to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the clamping module 12b to control the clamping module 12b to achieve the corresponding function. Specifically, the structure of the clamping module 12b can refer to the above-mentioned specific description of the clamping module 12b, and the present application will not elaborate on it here.

[0151] Among them, the conveying module 12e of the assembly equipment is used to convey the reinforcing plate stacked with PCBA to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11, and at this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the conveying module 12e, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, so that the conveying module 12e conveys the reinforcing plate stacked with PCBA to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the conveying module 12e and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the conveying module 12e to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the conveying module 12e to control the conveying module 12e to achieve the corresponding function.

[0152] For example, see Figure 4 and Fig.18 A screw feeder 122f, a locking module 12c and another conveying module 12e can be assembled on another platform unit 11 to form a locking device. The screw feeder 122f is used to feed screws to the receiving component 123c, the electric screwdriver head 122c is used to lock the reinforcement plate and PCBA, and the conveying module 12e is used to convey the locked reinforcement plate and PCBA to the downstream.

[0153] The screw feeder 122f can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the screw feeder 122f, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the screw feeder 122f, so that the screw feeder 122f can deliver screws to the receiving component 123c. Exemplarily, the screw feeder 122f stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the screw feeder 122f and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the screw feeder 122f to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the screw feeder 122f to control the screw feeder 122f to achieve the corresponding function.

[0154] Specifically, the screw feeder 122f has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the screw feeder 122f and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the screw feeder 122f to change the corresponding production task.

[0155] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the screw feeder 122f, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the screw feeder 122f by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0156] Among them, the locking module 12c of the locking device is used to lock the reinforcement plate and PCBA. For example, the locking module 12c can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the transverse movement module 112 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the locking module 12c, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the locking module 12c, so that the locking module 12c locks the reinforcement plate and PCBA together. For example, the locking module 12c stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the locking module 12c and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the locking module 12c to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the locking module 12c to control the locking module 12c to achieve the corresponding function. For example, the locking module 12c includes an electric screwdriver mechanism 121c, the electric screwdriver mechanism 121c includes an electric screwdriver head 122c that can be vertically lifted and lowered and a material receiving assembly 123c, and the electric screwdriver head 122c obtains screws from the material receiving assembly 123c and locks them to the reinforcing plate and the PCBA. Specifically, the structure of the locking module 12c can refer to the specific description of the locking module 12c above, and this application will not repeat it here.

[0157] Specifically, the locking module 12c has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the locking module 12c and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the locking module 12c to change the corresponding production task.

[0158] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the locking module 12c, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the locking module 12c by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0159] Among them, the conveying module 12e of the locking device is used to convey the locked reinforcement plate and PCBA downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11. At this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the conveying module 12e, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, so that the conveying module 12e conveys the locked reinforcement plate and PCBA downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the conveying module 12e and feed the identity information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the conveying module 12e to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the conveying module 12e to control the conveying module 12e to achieve the corresponding function.

[0160] Exemplarily, a detection module 12d and another conveying module 12e can be installed on another platform unit 11 to form an appearance detection device, wherein the detection module 12d is used to visually detect the appearance of the reinforcement plate and PCBA, and the conveying module 12e is used to convey the detected reinforcement plate and PCBA to the downstream. Among them, the detection module 12d can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the transverse movement module 112 of the corresponding platform unit 11, and at this time, the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the detection module 12d, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the detection module 12d, so that the detection module 12d can visually detect the appearance of the reinforcement plate and PCBA. Exemplarily, the detection module 12d stores corresponding identity information, and the identification unit can identify the identity information of the detection module 12d and feed the identity information back to the control unit, and the control unit matches the identity information with the preset identity information of the detection module 12d to call the function program corresponding to the identity information of the detection module 12d to control the detection module 12d to achieve the corresponding function.

[0161] Specifically, the detection module 12d has corresponding ID and / or IP information. The identification unit identifies the ID and / or IP information of the detection module 12d and feeds the ID and / or IP information back to the control unit. The control unit matches the ID and / or IP information and calls the corresponding functional software of the detection module 12d to change the corresponding production task.

[0162] Exemplarily, the control unit stores the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the detection module 12d, and runs the task program, self-test program and / or self-calibration program corresponding to the detection module 12d by matching the ID and / or IP information fed back by the identification unit.

[0163] Exemplarily, the inspection module 12d may include a visual inspection mechanism 121d, and the inspection end of the visual inspection mechanism 121d can rotate around a vertical axis and / or a horizontal axis to adjust the angle of visual inspection of the workpiece. It can be understood that the inspection end can be an industrial camera. The visual inspection mechanism 121d is used to detect whether the assembled reinforcement plate and PCBA are qualified.

[0164] The conveying module 12e of the appearance inspection device is used to convey the inspected reinforcing plate and PCBA to the downstream. Exemplarily, the conveying module 12e can be installed on the mounting portion 11a of the chassis 111 of the corresponding platform unit 11, and the identification unit can identify that the functional module 12 is the conveying module 12e, so that the control system can call the control program corresponding to the conveying module 12e, so that the conveying module 12e can convey the inspected reinforcing plate and PCBA to the downstream.

[0165] It is understandable that in some embodiments, in order to enable better communication and interconnection between different production equipment 10, data communication can be achieved through Hermes and / or Ethernet communication protocols between multiple platform units 11. Such a design can improve the overall efficiency of data transmission between different production equipment 10.

[0166] It can also be understood that multiple platform units 11 can be connected to the same server, switch or gateway to achieve data communication between the multiple platform units 11, so as to improve the overall efficiency of data transmission between different production equipment 10.

[0167] In some embodiments, two adjacent platform units 11 may be spaced apart. The conveying module 12e in one platform unit 11 is spaced apart from the conveying module 12e in another adjacent platform unit 11 in the conveying direction, and the gap between the two is less than half of the length of the carrier in the conveying direction, so that the carrier can be smoothly circulated between adjacent platform units 11, that is, the carrier can be smoothly circulated between different production equipment 10.

[0168] Illustratively, adjacent platform units 11 are detachably connected. By disassembling and assembling the platform units 11, the staff can easily and quickly adjust the number and type of production equipment in the multi-module production line to adapt to the production needs of different workpieces and processes, and the applicability is strong.

[0169] Furthermore, the bottom of the platform unit 11 is provided with moving wheels, so that the platform unit 11 to be disassembled and assembled can be moved on the ground, so as to facilitate the staff to carry the platform unit 11 or fine-tune the installation position of the platform unit 11.

[0170] On the other hand, the present application also provides a production process using the above-mentioned multi-module production line.

[0171] It can be understood that the multi-module production process is realized by the above-mentioned multi-module production line, wherein the multi-module production line includes a functional module 12, a control system and a plurality of platform units 11, the functional module 12 includes a plurality of process modules, and the plurality of process modules can be selectively installed in a modular form on the platform unit 11, the platform unit 11 includes a mounting portion 11a, the mounting portion 11a is used for detachably installing the process module, the control system is used for controlling the process module installed on the mounting portion 11a to realize its function, and the multi-module production process includes:

[0172] Step S10: In each platform unit 11, one of the process modules is selectively installed on the mounting portion 11a of the corresponding platform unit 11, and the process module installed on the mounting portion 11a is controlled by the control system to work to realize the corresponding processing technology. For example, when the dispensing module is installed, the dispensing process can be carried out. When the coating module is installed, the coating process can be carried out. When the suction module 12a is installed, the function of sucking the workpiece can be realized. When the clamping module 12b is installed, the clamping process can be realized. When the film tearing module is installed, the film tearing function can be realized. When the locking module 12c is installed, the workpiece can be locked together. When the cleaning module is installed, the function of cleaning the workpiece can be realized. When the detection module 12d is installed, the detection process can be realized.

[0173] Step S20: Remove at least part of the process modules on the platform unit 11, install another type of process module on the installation portion 11a, and control the process module to work to achieve another processing technology. It can be understood that when the production line needs to achieve a certain function, it only needs to replace the process module with the corresponding function, and the production line can achieve different processes.

[0174] It can also be understood that the functional module 12 can also include at least one of a conveying module 12e, a feeding module 12f, a calibration module and an auxiliary module. The user can install the corresponding module with the required functions to the platform unit 11 according to specific needs. For details, please refer to the above description of the conveying module 12e, the feeding module 12f, the calibration module and the auxiliary module, which will not be repeated in this application.

[0175] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, various obvious changes, readjustments and substitutions can be made without departing from the protection scope of the present invention. It is not necessary and impossible to list all the embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-module production line, characterized in that: include: A plurality of platform units and a plurality of functional modules with different functions, wherein the plurality of platform units are arranged side by side and adjacent platform units are interconnected so that products can flow between the platform units; Multiple different functional modules can be selectively installed on the platform unit, and one or more functional modules are installed on each platform unit to form a production equipment that can process different workpieces or perform different processing steps on the same workpiece. Multiple production equipment are combined to form a production line for continuous processing of workpieces.

2. The multi-module production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the platform units includes a mounting portion and a control system. The mounting portion is used to connect the functional module, and the control system is used to control the operation of the functional module installed on the mounting portion.

3. The multi-module production line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The control system includes an identification unit and a control unit, and the identification unit and the control unit are signal-connected. When the functional module is installed on the installation part, the identification unit can identify the functional module and feed back to the control unit so that the control unit controls the operation of the functional module.

4. The multi-module production line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The platform unit includes a base frame and a transverse movement module, the transverse movement module is connected to the base frame, the output end of the transverse movement module can move in a horizontal plane, and the mounting portion is arranged at the output end of the transverse movement module and / or the base frame.

5. The multi-module production line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The functional module is modularly installed on the installation part. When the functional module is structurally connected to the installation part, the functional module is electrically connected to the control system.

6. The multi-module production line according to claim 5, characterized in that: An electrical socket is provided on one of the mounting portion and the functional module, and an electrical plug is provided on the other. When the functional module is mounted on the mounting portion, the electrical plug is plugged into the electrical socket to electrically connect the functional module to the control system.

7. The multi-module production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The functional module includes at least one of a process module, a conveying module, a feeding module, a calibration module and an auxiliary module, and the process module, the conveying module, the feeding module, the calibration module and the auxiliary module are of various types.

8. The multi-module production line according to claim 7, characterized in that: The process modules include at least two of a dispensing module, a coating module, a suction module, a clamping module, a film tearing module, a locking module, a cleaning module and a detection module; and / or The conveying module includes at least two of a single-track single-station module, a single-track double-station module, a double-track single-station module, a double-track double-station module, a chain-type single-station module and a carrier reflow module; and / or The feeding module includes at least two of a coil feeder, a sheet feeder, a screw feeder, a bulk feeder, a flexible feeder and a tray feeder; and / or The calibration module includes at least two of a visual calibration module, a dispensing valve calibration module and a torque calibration module; and / or The auxiliary modules include at least two of a feeder seat module, a lifting and reflow module, a coating and clearing module, a plasma control box, a UV cold light control system and a UV light curing module.

9. The multi-module production line according to claim 8, characterized in that: The suction module includes a vacuum suction mechanism, the vacuum suction mechanism includes a vacuum suction nozzle that can be lifted vertically, and the vacuum suction nozzle is used to absorb the thermal conductive cotton; and / or The clamping module comprises a clamping mechanism, wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a clamping jaw assembly that can be lifted and lowered vertically, and the clamping jaw assembly is used to clamp the side edge of the workpiece; and / or The locking module includes an electric screwdriver mechanism, which includes an electric screwdriver head that can be vertically lifted and lowered and a material receiving assembly, and the electric screwdriver head obtains a screw from the material receiving assembly and locks the screw onto the workpiece; and / or The detection module comprises a visual detection mechanism, and a detection end of the visual detection mechanism can rotate around a vertical axis and / or a horizontal axis to adjust the angle of visual detection of the workpiece.

10. The multi-module production line according to claim 9, characterized in that: The plurality of production equipments include: A reinforcing plate feeding device, wherein the tray loading device, the clamping module and the conveying module are mounted on the platform unit to form the reinforcing plate feeding device, the tray loading device is used to convey the reinforcing plate, the clamping module is used to clamp the reinforcing plate conveyed by the tray loading device to the carrier on the conveying module, and the conveying module is used to convey the carrier carrying the reinforcing plate to the downstream; The cotton pasting device, wherein the tray loader, the suction module and the conveying module are mounted on the other platform unit to form the cotton pasting device, the tray loader is used to convey the thermally conductive cotton, the suction module is used to suck the thermally conductive cotton conveyed by the tray loader and paste it on the reinforcing plate, and the conveying module is used to convey the reinforcing plate pasted with the thermally conductive cotton to the downstream; An assembly device, wherein the tray loader, the clamping module and the conveying module are assembled on the other platform unit to form the assembly device, the tray loader is used to convey the PCBA, the clamping module is used to clamp the PCBA and stack it on the reinforcing plate with the thermal conductive cotton mounted thereon, and the conveying module is used to convey the reinforcing plate with the PCBA stacked thereon to the downstream; The locking device is equipped with the screw feeder, the locking module and the conveying module on the other platform unit to form the locking device, the screw feeder is used to convey screws to the material receiving assembly, the electric screwdriver is used to lock the reinforcement plate and PCBA, and the conveying module is used to convey the locked reinforcement plate and PCBA to the downstream; The appearance inspection device is provided with the inspection module and the conveying module on the other platform unit to form the appearance inspection device, wherein the inspection module is used for visually inspecting the appearance of the reinforcing plate and the PCBA, and the conveying module is used for conveying the inspected reinforcing plate and the PCBA to the downstream.

11. The multi-module production line according to claim 7, characterized in that: The two adjacent platform units are spaced apart; the conveying module in one platform unit and the conveying module in another adjacent platform unit are spaced apart in the conveying direction, and the gap between the two is less than half of the length of the carrier in the conveying direction.

12. The multi-module production line according to claim 11, characterized in that: The adjacent platform units are detachably connected, and the quantity and type of the production equipment in the multi-module production line can be adjusted by disassembling and assembling the platform units.

13. The multi-module production line according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that: The plurality of platform units communicate with each other via Hermes and / or Ethernet communication protocols; and / or The plurality of platform units are communicatively connected to the same server, switch or gateway to implement data communication between the plurality of platform units.

14. A multi-module production line, characterized in that: It includes multiple platform units and multiple functional modules. The multiple platform units are arranged side by side and are interconnected between adjacent ones so that products can flow between the platform units. Multiple different functional modules can be selectively installed on the platform units to constitute production equipment with different functions. At least part of the functional modules on the production equipment can be detachably installed on the platform units in a modular form. By disassembling and replacing the functional modules, the function of the production equipment and the process of the multi-module production line can be adjusted.

15. A multi-module production process, characterized in that: The multi-module production process is implemented by a multi-module production line, wherein the multi-module production line includes a functional module, a control system and a plurality of platform units, the functional module includes a plurality of process modules, and the plurality of process modules can be selectively installed in a modular form on the platform unit in a detachable manner, the platform unit includes a mounting portion, the mounting portion is used to detachably install the process module, the control system is used to control the process module installed on the mounting portion to realize its function, and the multi-module production process includes: In each of the platform units, one of the process modules is selectively installed on the installation portion corresponding to the platform unit, and the process module installed on the installation portion is controlled by the control system to work so as to realize the corresponding processing technology; The process modules on at least part of the platform units are removed, and another type of process modules are installed on the mounting portion, and the control system controls the process modules to operate to implement another processing technology.

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