Pushing mechanism for flexible manufacturing unit and pushing method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of flexible manufacturing production lines, in particular to a pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit and a pushing method thereof.The pushing mechanism comprises a fixing assembly, a bidirectional driving air cylinder, a limiting assembly, a sliding assembly and an overturning assembly; the fixing assembly is installed in the middle of the flexible manufacturing production line, the bidirectional driving air cylinder is installed on the fixing assembly, the limiting assembly is installed in the middle of the bidirectional driving air cylinder, the sliding assembly is installed in the limiting assembly, and the overturning assembly is installed on the limiting assembly. The two-way driving air cylinder drives the limiting assembly to move, a limiting rod in the limiting assembly limits a rotating shaft at one end of the overturning assembly, and the one-way driving air cylinder arranged below the fixing assembly drives the moving assembly to move horizontally, so that the overturning assembly rotates along the limited rotating shaft.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of flexible manufacturing production lines, and particularly relates to a pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing cell and a pushing method thereof. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the manufacturing industry, market demands are becoming increasingly diverse and personalized. The traditional large-scale and single-variety production mode has become difficult to meet the needs of modern production. The flexible manufacturing system has emerged as the times require. It can adapt to the needs of multi-variety and small-batch production and has become an important development direction of modern manufacturing. As the core component of the flexible manufacturing system, the background technology of the flexible manufacturing production line mainly involves the following aspects: Traditional production lines usually adopt fixed equipment and process flows, which are suitable for the production mode of single variety and large batch. This mode has the following limitations: Lack of flexibility: Traditional production lines are difficult to quickly adapt to changes in product types and processes, and a large amount of time and cost are required when switching production tasks. Low resource utilization rate: Since the production line is designed for specific products, when market demands change, the equipment idle rate is high and resources are wasted seriously. High dependence on labor: Traditional production lines require a large amount of manual intervention, especially in the material sorting, handling, and assembly links, with low efficiency and easy to make mistakes. To overcome the limitations of traditional production lines, the flexible manufacturing system has emerged as the times require. The flexible manufacturing system realizes the flexibility and high efficiency of the production process by integrating advanced automation technology, information technology, and intelligent control technology. Its core features include: Multi-variety adaptability: It can quickly switch production tasks and adapt to the processing requirements of different products. High automation: Reduce manual intervention through automated equipment and systems, and improve production efficiency and accuracy. Intelligent control: Use computer control systems and artificial intelligence technology to realize real-time monitoring and optimization of the production process.

[0003] Although the flexible manufacturing production line has shown significant advantages in multi-variety and small-batch production, in practical applications, there are still some technical defects and limitations in its pushing mechanism during the classification and pushing process. These defects not only affect production efficiency and product quality, but also increase the complexity and maintenance cost of the system. During the classification and pushing process of the existing pushing mechanism, it is often difficult to achieve high-precision material positioning and pushing. Specifically, for different types of materials during multiple pushing processes, the pushing speed is slow, which affects the consistency and stability of production.

[0004] In view of the above situation, in order to overcome the above technical problems, the present invention designs a pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing cell and a pushing method thereof, and solves the above technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical objective to be achieved by the present invention is to design a pushing mechanism and its pushing method for a flexible manufacturing cell, which can improve the pushing speed during multiple pushing processes of different types of materials and enhance the consistency and stability of production.

[0006] To achieve the above technical objective, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

[0007] A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing cell includes a fixed component, a bidirectional driving cylinder, a limiting component, a sliding component, and a flipping component;

[0008] The fixed component is installed in the middle of the flexible manufacturing production line. The fixed component is fixedly installed and is used to classify materials. In the flexible manufacturing production line, due to the complex situation of the pre-production line, different materials can be classified by the pushing mechanism for appropriate processing. The pushing mechanism can quickly classify different materials onto the conveyor belts or processing devices on both sides, improving work efficiency. The bidirectional driving cylinder is installed on top of the fixed component, the limiting component is installed in the middle of the bidirectional driving cylinder, the sliding component is installed inside the limiting component, and the flipping component is installed on top of the limiting component. The bidirectional driving cylinder drives the limiting component to move. The limiting rod in the limiting component limits the rotating shaft at one end of the flipping component. The unidirectional driving cylinder arranged below the fixed component drives the moving component to translate, so that the flipping component rotates along the limited rotating shaft.

[0009] Preferably, the fixed component includes a base plate, a mounting plate, a connecting component, a sliding groove, a moving groove, and a unidirectional driving cylinder;

[0010] Mounting plates are installed on both sides of the upper surface of the base plate. The base plate is set in an I-shape, which is used to reduce the use of plates while facilitating installation and improving structural strength. The connecting component is installed inside the mounting plate. The sliding groove is opened on the upper surface of the mounting plate. The moving groove is opened below the sliding groove. The unidirectional driving cylinder is installed below the base plate, and the unidirectional driving cylinder is used to drive the sliding component to move.

[0011] Preferably, the cross-sectional shape of the sliding groove is set as an isosceles trapezoid. The isosceles trapezoid can limit the movement of the sliding component, ensuring smooth sliding and action accuracy. The mounting plate, connecting component, sliding groove, moving groove, and unidirectional driving cylinder are arranged symmetrically along the central axis of the base plate. Since the ultimate goal is to drive the flipping component to rotate, the symmetrical arrangement can exert force from both sides simultaneously, improving stability.

[0012] Preferably, the connecting component includes a connecting plate, an annular block, and a receiving groove;

[0013] The connecting plate is installed on the upper surface of the mounting plate, the annular block is installed on the upper surface of the connecting plate, the receiving groove is opened on the upper surface of the connecting plate, and a rectangular space is formed between the annular block and the connecting plate for the limiting rod to pass through. The receiving groove is semicircular and is used to install the rotating shaft in the flipping assembly. During the rotation process, the limiting rod and the receiving groove are used to limit one end of the rotating shaft, realizing the function of rotating around this rotating shaft.

[0014] Preferably, the limiting component includes a telescopic rod, a moving cross bar and a limiting rod;

[0015] The telescopic rod is installed inside the bidirectional driving cylinder, the moving cross bar is installed at both ends of the telescopic rod, the limiting rod is installed at both ends of the moving cross bar, and the limiting rod is L-shaped. The L-shaped limiting rod can move onto the rotating shaft during the movement, thereby realizing the limiting effect on it.

[0016] Preferably, the cross section of the limiting rod is rectangular, and an arc-shaped concave surface is opened on the lower surface of the front end of the limiting rod. The arc-shaped concave surface is used to reduce friction when contacting the rotating shaft, improving the service life and accuracy of each component.

[0017] Preferably, the sliding component includes a sliding rod, a sliding block, sliding teeth, a moving slider and a driving block;

[0018] The sliding rod is installed inside the fixing component, and the cross section of the sliding rod is an isosceles trapezoid that matches the sliding groove. The sliding block is installed at both ends of the sliding rod, the sliding teeth are arranged on the upper surface of the sliding block, the moving slider is installed under the sliding rod, the driving block is installed under the moving slider, and the side surface of the driving block is connected to the unidirectional driving cylinder. Thus, the driving block can be telescoped under the drive of the unidirectional driving cylinder.

[0019] Preferably, the flipping component includes a storage plate, a mounting groove, a roller, a rotating shaft and a mating gear;

[0020] The storage plate is installed on the upper surface of the fixing component, the mounting grooves are opened on both sides of the upper surface of the storage plate, the rollers are linearly arranged in the mounting grooves, the rotating shaft is installed under the storage plate, the mating gears are installed at both ends of the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft controls the simultaneous movement of the mating gears at both ends, thereby ensuring the smoothness of the movement. The mating gear only has the meshing teeth in the lower part.

[0021] A pushing method for a pushing mechanism of a flexible manufacturing cell, the steps of the method are as follows:

[0022] S1: Before the push process begins, the materials need to be prepared and positioned. The materials are transported to the middle of the storage plate by the conveyor belt or robot of the previous process. The materials need to be neatly arranged on the conveyor belt and maintain a certain distance;

[0023] S2: When the material reaches the middle position of the placement plate of the pushing mechanism, the intelligent control system begins to identify and classify the material. The system is usually equipped with a high-precision image recognition module that can quickly capture the image information of the material and analyze and compare the type, size, color and other characteristics of the material through a preset algorithm. Based on the recognition results, the intelligent control system will classify the material into different categories and provide a decision-making basis for subsequent pushing operations;

[0024] S3: After completing material identification and classification, the intelligent control system will issue corresponding instructions to the one-way drive cylinder and the two-way drive cylinder according to the preset procedures and rules. These instructions include parameters such as the degree of contraction or extension of the cylinder and the speed of movement to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the pushing action. After receiving the instructions, the cylinder will respond and drive the flip assembly to rotate accordingly;

[0025] S4: The rotation of the flip assembly will change the center of gravity of the material on the placement plate, causing it to deviate to one side. Since the placement plate is equipped with a roller, the material will slide to the designated side along the inclined flip plate under the action of gravity. The existence of the roller not only reduces the friction between the material and the placement plate, but also ensures the stability and smoothness of the material sliding down;

[0026] S5: After the material slides to the designated side, it will enter the corresponding assembly line for subsequent processing. Through the precise sorting of the intelligent pushing mechanism, the material can be efficiently transported to the corresponding assembly line, thereby realizing the automation and flexibility of the production process.

[0027] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0028] (1) The push mechanism for the flexible manufacturing unit of the present invention has the advantages of significant efficiency improvement and precise classification. Through the classification function of the fixed component, the push mechanism can quickly classify different materials according to the needs of the production line and guide them to the corresponding conveyor belt or processing device, greatly improving the production efficiency and automation level. In addition, the two-way drive cylinder and the limit assembly are used in combination to ensure the stable operation of the flip assembly and accurately control the material transfer process. The structural strength is increased and the installation process is optimized. The design of the sliding groove and the moving groove ensures the smooth movement of the sliding assembly, and the mirror layout improves the stability of the entire system. The L-shaped limit rod and the arc-shaped concave design effectively reduce friction, improve the service life and movement accuracy of the components, thereby ensuring the reliability of the entire mechanism and long-term efficient operation.

[0029] (3) The present invention sets up the flipping component by combining a storage board, a roller, a rotating shaft and a mating gear, ensuring smooth and precise motion control. Its carefully designed transmission structure makes the flipping and rotation of materials more smooth and reliable. It can not only meet the diverse needs of the production line, but also reduce mechanical failures and maintenance costs, thus improving the overall performance and economic benefits of the production line. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0031] Now, the above and other aspects of the present invention will be described only by way of example with reference to the drawings, where:

[0032] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing component of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 3 is a sectional view of the fixing component of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of another perspective of the fixing component of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting component of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the limiting component of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the sliding component of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the flipping component of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the working state of the flipping component of the present invention.

[0041] In the figure: 1. Fixed component; 11. Base plate; 12. Mounting plate; 13. Connecting component; 131. Connecting plate; 132. Annular block; 133. Receiving groove; 14. Sliding groove; 15. Moving groove; 16. Unidirectional driving cylinder; 2. Bidirectional driving cylinder; 3. Limiting component; 31. Telescopic rod; 32. Moving cross bar; 33. Limiting rod; 34. Arc concave surface; 4. Sliding component; 41. Sliding rod; 42. Sliding block; 43. Sliding tooth; 44. Moving slider; 45. Driving block; 5. Flipping component; 51. Placing plate; 52. Mounting groove; 53. Roller; 54. Rotating shaft; 55. Matching gear. Detailed implementation manners

[0042] To better understand the above technical solutions, the above technical solutions will be described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the specification and specific implementation manners.

[0043] As shown in the figure,

[0044] A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing cell is mainly used to improve the automation level of the production line, enhance the material handling efficiency, and can achieve precise classification and processing of different types of materials. The pushing mechanism consists of multiple functional components, including a fixed component 1, a bidirectional driving cylinder 2, a limiting component 3, a sliding component 4, and a flipping component 5. Each component cooperates with each other to jointly complete the work of material classification, transmission, and flipping, ensuring the efficient and stable operation of the production line.

[0045] The fixed component 1 is installed at the central position of the flexible manufacturing production line and plays a key role in material classification. As the complexity of the pre-production line increases, the types of materials and processing requirements become more diverse. Through this pushing mechanism, the system can automatically identify and classify different types of materials and accurately guide them to the conveyor belts on both sides or the corresponding processing devices. This classification processing ability not only improves the production efficiency but also reduces the need for manual operation, reduces human errors, and thus effectively optimizes the production process.

[0046] The core of the pushing mechanism is the bidirectional driving cylinder 2, which is installed above the fixed component 1. The bidirectional driving cylinder 2 drives the movement of the limiting component 3 through precise motion control. Driven by the cylinder, the limiting component 3 plays an important role in limiting and guiding, ensuring the stable operation of other components in the system. A limiting rod 33 is arranged inside the limiting component 3, and the limiting rod 33 can precisely limit the rotating shaft 54 of the flipping component 5, thereby preventing the flipping component 5 from moving beyond the preset range. In addition, the design of the limiting rod 33 also fully considers the friction problem during use. An arc concave surface 34 is provided at the front end of the limiting rod 33, which can effectively reduce the friction when contacting the rotating shaft 54, extend the service life of the equipment, and improve the accuracy of movement.

[0047] Under the control of the limit assembly 3, the sliding assembly 4 also plays a vital role. The sliding assembly 4 completes a smooth translational motion by cooperating with the limit assembly 3, ensuring that the motion trajectory of the flip assembly 5 does not deviate from the predetermined direction. The sliding assembly 4 is installed inside the limit assembly 3, and contains a plurality of precise sliding components, including a sliding rod 41, a sliding block 42, and a sliding tooth 43, etc. The design of these components enables the sliding assembly 4 to move smoothly and accurately, thereby avoiding failures caused by excessive friction or poor movement.

[0048] The turning assembly 5 is responsible for turning the material. It is installed above the limit assembly 3 and, with the help of the cylinder drive system, turns stably along the rotation axis 54. The design of the turning assembly 5 ensures the smooth transfer of the material and avoids damage or confusion of the material caused by uneven rotation. The assembly also has strong adaptability and can operate stably in a variety of working environments to meet the processing requirements of different types of materials.

[0049] In order to ensure the efficient operation of the entire system, a one-way drive cylinder 16 is also installed under the fixed component 1, which is mainly used to drive the translation of the sliding component 4. With the support of the one-way drive cylinder 16, the sliding component 4 can move smoothly along the predetermined track and push the flip component 5 to rotate. The reasonable coordination of the two-way cylinder and the one-way cylinder enables the entire pushing mechanism to accurately and efficiently complete the tasks of material classification, transmission and flipping.

[0050] The fixing assembly 1 of the present invention comprises a plurality of key components, including a base plate 11, a mounting plate 12, a connecting assembly 13, a sliding slot 14, a moving slot 15 and a one-way driving cylinder 16. The base plate 11 is located at the base of the fixing assembly 1. The design of the base plate 11 adopts an I-shaped structure, which can not only effectively reduce the use of the plate material, but also improve the convenience of installation and the strength of the overall structure. The use of the I-shaped structure optimizes the utilization rate of the material, while improving the stability of the assembly, ensuring the firmness and long-term reliable operation of the entire device.

[0051] The mounting plates 12 are located on both sides of the base plate 11. They are connected to the base plate 11 by precise fixing methods to form a sturdy support frame. A connecting assembly 13 is installed on the inner side of the mounting plate 12. The function of the connecting assembly 13 is to effectively connect the various components to ensure that the various functions of the entire fixed assembly 1 can operate in a coordinated manner. A sliding groove 14 is provided on the top of the mounting plate 12. The sliding groove 14 provides a precise guide track for the sliding assembly 4 to ensure the smooth movement of the sliding assembly 4. Below the sliding groove 14, a moving groove 15 is provided. The moving groove 15 provides additional translation space for the sliding assembly 4, further improving the smoothness of the sliding movement.

[0052] A unidirectional drive cylinder 16 is installed below the base plate 11, and the unidirectional drive cylinder 16 drives the movement of the sliding assembly 4 through a pneumatic drive system. The installation position of this cylinder ensures that the pushing mechanism can achieve precise sliding and translation on a horizontal plane, thereby ensuring the efficient operation of the flipping assembly 5. The overall design is reasonable and the functions are clear, ensuring the stability and efficiency of the pushing mechanism for the flexible manufacturing cell.

[0053] In the design of the present invention, the cross-sectional shape of the sliding groove 14 is carefully designed as an isosceles trapezoid. This design not only helps to effectively limit the movement of the sliding assembly 4, but also ensures the smoothness of the sliding process and the accuracy of the movement. The isosceles trapezoid structure can enable the sliding assembly 4 to be well constrained during the movement, avoiding instability or jamming caused by deviation of the movement trajectory, thereby improving the operating efficiency and accuracy of the entire system. The advantage of this structure is that it can provide sufficient stability to ensure that the sliding assembly 4 always maintains smooth and precise movement during the sliding process.

[0054] In addition, the layout of the mounting plate 12, the connecting assembly 13, the sliding groove 14, the moving groove 15, and the unidirectional drive cylinder 16 adopts a mirror symmetry along the central axis of the base plate 11. This symmetric setting can ensure the balanced action of each component, making the mechanical properties of the entire pushing mechanism more stable. In the design, the ultimate goal is to drive the flipping assembly 5 to rotate efficiently and stably through the pushing mechanism. Through the mirror-symmetric layout, applying force from both sides simultaneously can not only improve the movement stability of the flipping assembly 5, but also effectively distribute the pressure, reduce the problem of excessive unilateral load, and ensure the balance of the entire system during operation and the reliability during long-term use.

[0055] In the present invention, the connecting assembly 13 is designed to consist of a connecting plate 131, an annular block 132, and a receiving groove 133, aiming to ensure the tight connection and stable operation between various components. The connecting plate 131 is installed above the mounting plate 12 and serves as a part of the support structure, playing a role in fixing and connecting other components. The annular block 132 is installed on the upper surface of the connecting plate 131. The annular block 132 not only enhances the stability of the connecting plate 131, but also provides a stable support for the setting of the receiving groove 133. A rectangular space is formed between the annular block 132 and the connecting plate 131. The design of this space is to allow the limiting rod 33 to pass through, thereby allowing the limiting rod 33 to move and adjust precisely at a specific position.

[0056] The receiving groove 133 is opened on the upper surface of the connecting plate 131 and is designed in a semi-circular shape. This shape enables the receiving groove 133 to provide an accurate installation position for the rotating shaft 54 in the flipping assembly 5. During the operation of the flipping assembly 5, the rotating shaft 54 will cooperate with the limiting rod 33 through the receiving groove 133 to ensure the accurate movement of the rotating shaft 54. The function of the limiting rod 33 is to limit the movement range of the rotating shaft 54, prevent it from exceeding the predetermined range, and ensure the smooth and controlled rotation process of the flipping assembly 5. Through this design, the connecting assembly 13 not only achieves precise limit control of the rotating shaft 54 but also ensures the stability and accuracy of the flipping assembly 5 when rotating around the rotating shaft 54, thereby effectively improving the working efficiency and operation reliability of the overall system.

[0057] The design of the limiting assembly 3 includes three key parts: the telescopic rod 31, the moving crossbar 32, and the limiting rod 33. They work together to ensure the precise control and movement stability of the system. The telescopic rod 31 is installed inside the bidirectional driving cylinder 2. The cylinder provides power, and the telescopic movement of the telescopic rod 31 drives the movement of the entire limiting assembly 3. The moving crossbar 32 is installed at both ends of the telescopic rod 31. The design of the crossbar ensures a smooth movement trajectory during the telescopic process, thereby guaranteeing the overall stability of the limiting assembly 3.

[0058] The limiting rod 33 is installed at both ends of the moving crossbar 32. The limiting rod 33 is designed in an L shape. This special shape enables the limiting rod 33 to flexibly move above the rotating shaft 54 during the movement process. The L-shaped limiting rod 33 can accurately contact the rotating shaft 54 during its movement and effectively limit the movement range of the rotating shaft 54 through its upper position. Through this design, the limiting rod 33 ensures that the rotating shaft 54 does not exceed the predetermined rotation angle, avoiding mechanical damage or inaccurate movement caused by excessive movement. The overall design improves both the precision of the limiting assembly 3 and the operating stability and reliability of the entire system.

[0059] The cross-section of the limiting rod 33 is designed as a rectangle. This shape ensures that the limiting rod 33 can provide sufficient stability and strength during operation. To further optimize the performance, an arc-shaped concave surface 34 is opened below the front end of the limiting rod 33. This arc-shaped concave surface 34 plays a role in reducing friction when the limiting rod 33 contacts the rotating shaft 54, thereby reducing wear and energy consumption. At the same time, this design can effectively improve the smoothness of movement, avoid component wear or jamming caused by excessive friction, and thus extend the service life of each component and improve the working precision of the entire system.

[0060] The sliding component 4 is composed of a sliding rod 41, a sliding block 42, sliding teeth 43, a moving slider 44, and a driving block 45. These components work together to achieve a smooth and precise sliding motion. The sliding rod 41 is installed inside the fixed component 1, and its cross-section is designed as an isosceles trapezoid that matches the sliding groove 14. This design not only ensures the stability of the sliding component 4 during the sliding process but also effectively limits the sliding trajectory, ensuring the accuracy of the motion. The sliding blocks 42 are installed at both ends of the sliding rod 41 and are responsible for guiding the smooth movement of the sliding rod 41, reducing the resistance caused by friction.

[0061] On top of the sliding block 42, the sliding teeth 43 are provided. These sliding teeth 43 cooperate with the movement trajectory of the moving slider 44 to provide an additional guiding function, ensuring that the sliding component 4 can move smoothly along the predetermined trajectory. The moving slider 44 is installed below the sliding rod 41, and it further enhances the stability of the sliding component 4 through its tight fit with the sliding rod 41. The driving block 45 is installed below the moving slider 44 and serves as the driving part of the entire sliding component 4.

[0062] The side of the driving block 45 is connected to the one-way driving cylinder 16. Under the action of the cylinder, the driving block 45 can expand and contract in a predetermined direction, thereby driving the sliding component 4 to perform a translational motion. Through this structural design, the sliding component 4 can move smoothly and precisely under the drive of the two-way cylinder, meeting the requirements of the pushing mechanism for accuracy and stability.

[0063] The flipping component 5 is designed to be composed of a placement plate 51, mounting grooves 52, rollers 53, a rotating shaft 54, and mating gears 55, aiming to achieve efficient flipping and precise control of the materials. The placement plate 51 is installed above the fixed component 1 and serves as the support platform for the entire flipping component 5, providing a stable foundation. The mounting grooves 52 opened on the placement plate 51 are located on both sides of it, and these grooves are used to install the rollers 53. The rollers 53 are arranged in a linear array to ensure that the materials can pass smoothly during the flipping process, reducing friction and resistance.

[0064] The rotating shaft 54 is installed below the placement plate 51 and serves as the core driving component of the flipping component 5. The mating gears 55 are installed at both ends of the rotating shaft 54. The setting of the mating gears 55 ensures that the rotating shaft 54 can drive the gears at both ends to rotate synchronously during the movement process, thereby ensuring the smoothness and accuracy of the flipping process. The mating gears 55 are designed with meshing teeth only in the lower part. This design not only simplifies the structure of the gears but also reduces the wear during the meshing process, improving the efficiency and durability of the overall system.

[0065] A pushing method for a pushing mechanism of a flexible manufacturing cell, the steps of the method are as follows:

[0066] S1: Before the pushing process begins, the materials need to be prepared and positioned first. The materials are transported to the middle of the storage plate 51 by the conveyor belt or robot of the previous process. The materials need to be neatly arranged on the conveyor belt and kept at a certain distance.

[0067] S2: When the material reaches the middle position of the storage plate 51 of the pushing mechanism, the intelligent control system starts to identify and classify the material. The system is usually equipped with a high-precision image recognition module, which can quickly capture the image information of the material and analyze and compare the type, size, color and other characteristics of the material through a preset algorithm. According to the recognition results, the intelligent control system will classify the material into different categories and provide a decision basis for subsequent pushing operations;

[0068] S3: After completing the material identification and classification, the intelligent control system will issue corresponding instructions to the one-way drive cylinder 16 and the two-way drive cylinder 2 according to the preset procedures and rules. These instructions include parameters such as the degree of contraction or extension of the cylinder and the speed of movement to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the pushing action. After receiving the instructions, the cylinder will respond and drive the flip assembly 5 to rotate accordingly;

[0069] S4: The rotation of the flip assembly 5 will change the center of gravity of the material on the placement plate 51, causing it to deviate to one side. Since a roller 53 is installed on the surface of the placement plate 51, the material will slide to the designated side along the inclined flip plate under the action of gravity. The existence of the roller 53 not only reduces the friction between the material and the placement plate 51, but also ensures the stability and smoothness of the material sliding down.

[0070] S5: After the material slides to the designated side, it will enter the corresponding assembly line for subsequent processing. Through the precise sorting of the intelligent pushing mechanism, the material can be efficiently transported to the corresponding assembly line, thereby realizing the automation and flexibility of the production process.

[0071] like Figure 9 As shown, during the working process of the present invention, the flexible manufacturing production line pushes the material horizontally to the middle of the storage plate 51, and the intelligent control system identifies the type of material and issues instructions to the one-way drive cylinder 16 and the two-way drive cylinder 2 to make them shrink or extend. For example, the two-way drive cylinder 2 drives the telescopic rod 31 to move to the right, and at this time, the limit rod 33 on the left enters the rectangular space formed by the annular block 132 and the connecting plate 131, and the arc-shaped concave surface 34 cooperates with the accommodating groove 133 so that the position of the rotating shaft 54 ​​is limited, but it can rotate, and the one-way drive cylinder 16 drives the driving block 45 to move to the right, and the sliding tooth 43 and the matching gear 55 engage and move, and the entire flip assembly 5 rotates clockwise around the left rotation axis. After the material on the storage table deviates to the left, it slides to one side through the roller 53 under the action of gravity, and enters the subsequent different assembly lines for reprocessing.

[0072] Various modifications to the present disclosure will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be applied to other variations without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is not limited to the examples and designs described herein, but should be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein. Although one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that various changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit, characterized in that: It comprises a fixing component (1), a bidirectional driving cylinder (2), a limiting component (3), a sliding component (4) and a flipping component (5); The fixed component (1) is installed in the middle of the flexible manufacturing production line, the bidirectional driving cylinder (2) is installed on the top of the fixed component (1), the limiting component (3) is installed in the middle of the bidirectional driving cylinder (2), the sliding component (4) is installed inside the limiting component (3), and the flipping component (5) is installed on the top of the limiting component (3); the bidirectional driving cylinder (2) drives the limiting component (3) to move, the limiting rod (33) in the limiting component (3) limits the rotation axis (54) at one end of the flipping component (5), and the unidirectional driving cylinder (16) arranged below the fixed component (1) drives the moving component to translate, so that the flipping component (5) rotates along the limited rotation axis (54).

2. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing assembly (1) comprises a base plate (11), a mounting plate (12), a connecting assembly (13), a sliding groove (14), a moving groove (15) and a one-way driving cylinder (16); Mounting plates (12) are installed on both sides of the base plate (11), the connecting assembly (13) is installed on the inner side of the mounting plate (12), the sliding groove (14) is opened on the mounting plate (12), the moving groove (15) is opened below the sliding groove (14), and the one-way driving cylinder (16) is installed below the base plate (11).

3. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cross-sectional shape of the sliding groove (14) is set to be an isosceles trapezoid, and the mounting plate (12), the connecting assembly (13), the sliding groove (14), the moving groove (15) and the one-way driving cylinder (16) are arranged in a mirrored manner along the central axis of the base plate (11).

4. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (13) comprises a connecting plate (131), an annular block (132) and a receiving groove (133); The connecting plate (131) is mounted on the mounting plate (12), the annular block (132) is mounted on the connecting plate (131), the receiving groove (133) is opened on the connecting plate (131), a rectangular space is formed between the annular block (132) and the connecting plate (131), and the receiving groove (133) is set to be semicircular.

5. The pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting assembly (3) comprises a telescopic rod (31), a movable cross rod (32) and a limiting rod (33); The telescopic rod (31) is installed inside the bidirectional driving cylinder (2), the moving cross bar (32) is installed at both ends of the telescopic rod (31), the limiting rod (33) is installed at both ends of the moving cross bar (32), and the limiting rod (33) is set to be L-shaped.

6. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 5, characterized in that: The cross section of the limiting rod (33) is set to be rectangular, and an arc-shaped concave surface (34) is provided below the front end of the limiting rod (33).

7. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sliding assembly (4) comprises a sliding rod (41), a sliding block (42), sliding teeth (43), a movable sliding block (44) and a driving block (45); The sliding rod (41) is installed inside the fixed component (1), the sliding block (42) is installed at both ends of the sliding rod (41), the sliding teeth (43) are arranged on the upper side of the sliding block (42), the moving slider (44) is installed under the sliding rod (41), the driving block (45) is installed under the moving slider (44), and the side surface of the driving block (45) is connected to the one-way driving cylinder (16).

8. The pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flip assembly (5) comprises a storage plate (51), a mounting groove (52), a roller (53), a rotating shaft (54) and a matching gear (55); The storage plate (51) is installed on the top of the fixed component (1); the installation grooves (52) are provided on both sides of the storage plate (51); the rollers (53) are linearly arrayed and installed in the installation grooves (52); the rotating shaft (54) is installed under the storage plate (51); and the matching gears (55) are installed at both ends of the rotating shaft (54).

9. A pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to claim 8, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (54) controls the matching gears (55) at both ends to move simultaneously, and the matching gears (55) are only provided with meshing teeth at the lower part.

10. A pushing method for a pushing mechanism of a flexible manufacturing unit, the method being used in conjunction with a pushing mechanism for a flexible manufacturing unit according to any one of claims 1 to 9; characterized in that: The steps of the method are as follows: S1: Before the pushing process begins, the materials need to be prepared and positioned. The materials are transported to the middle of the storage plate (51) by the conveyor belt or robot of the previous process. The materials need to be neatly arranged on the conveyor belt and kept at a certain distance. S2: When the material reaches the middle position of the storage plate (51) of the pushing mechanism, the intelligent control system starts to identify and classify the material. The system is usually equipped with a high-precision image recognition module, which can quickly capture the image information of the material and analyze and compare the type, size, color and other characteristics of the material through a preset algorithm. According to the recognition results, the intelligent control system will classify the material into different categories and provide a decision basis for subsequent pushing operations; S3: After completing the material identification and classification, the intelligent control system will issue corresponding instructions to the one-way driving cylinder (16) and the two-way driving cylinder (2) according to the preset procedures and rules. These instructions include parameters such as the degree of contraction or extension of the cylinder and the movement speed to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the pushing action. After receiving the instructions, the cylinder will respond and drive the flip assembly (5) to rotate accordingly; S4: The rotation of the flip assembly (5) changes the center of gravity of the material on the placement plate (51), causing it to deviate to one side. Since a roller (53) is installed on the surface of the placement plate (51), the material will slide to the designated side along the inclined flip plate under the action of gravity. The existence of the roller (53) not only reduces the friction between the material and the placement plate (51), but also ensures the stability and smoothness of the material sliding down. S5: After the material slides to the designated side, it will enter the corresponding assembly line for subsequent processing. Through the precise sorting of the intelligent pushing mechanism, the material can be efficiently transported to the corresponding assembly line, thereby realizing the automation and flexibility of the production process.

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