Aerial logistics track system

Abstract

The invention discloses an aerial logistics track system, and relates to the technical field of production material transportation devices, the aerial logistics track system comprises a mounting frame and at least one track body, a transmission cavity is formed in the track body, a sliding groove extending along a path track is formed in the track body at the bottom of the transmission cavity, and the sliding groove is communicated with the transmission cavity and the outside of the track body; the rail bodies on the two sides of the sliding groove are bearing faces, and the rail bodies located at the machining stations are provided with flow dividing channels. At least one track body is arranged in the production area, and the track body is fixed through the mounting frame, so that the arrangement of the aerial logistics track system can be realized, and the carrier can conveniently select paths according to production requirements. And according to different shapes and combination modes of the track bodies, the moving flexibility of the carrier in the whole aerial logistics track system is higher, and the overall production efficiency is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of production material transportation devices, and in particular to an aerial logistics track system. Background Art

[0002] In the assembly line production and processing stage of a factory, multiple operations usually need to be carried out in sequence. Most production lines use conveyor belts to complete the task of transporting workpieces.

[0003] Taking clothing production and processing as an example, the entire process encompasses cutting, sewing, sizing, and packaging. While cutting and sewing take up relatively little time during the garment production process, numerous auxiliary operations consume a significant portion of the production time. These auxiliary operations not only involve material manipulation in various processing steps, but also, because a single processing station in traditional production models is typically responsible for only a single process, the frequent transfer of materials between multiple processes further increases the time consumption of these auxiliary operations.

[0004] In order to effectively reduce the time occupied by auxiliary operations and improve clothing production efficiency, the industry currently generally uses hanging conveying equipment to realize the transportation of clothing materials between processing stations. That is, by installing motors and chains on the track, and setting push rods on the chain, the push rods are used to push the carrier carrying the materials on the track. This conveying method has significant advantages. Whether it is cut pieces, auxiliary materials or finished clothes, they can be circulated within the production area, thereby improving production efficiency.

[0005] When existing overhead conveying equipment is used to transport materials, the carrier can only move according to the transmission direction and speed of the chain, making the entire production line less flexible. However, current self-propelled carriers can use their own motors and batteries to drive the wheels to rotate and achieve material movement. For such self-propelled carriers, how to provide a highly flexible track system has become a problem that needs to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Purpose of the invention: The purpose of the present invention is to provide an aerial logistics track system that can flexibly organize the vehicle's conveying path according to production requirements, thereby improving the flexibility and production efficiency of the production line.

[0007] Technical solution:

[0008] An aerial logistics track system includes a mounting frame and at least one track body, wherein a transmission cavity is provided inside the track body, and a chute extending along a path track is provided on the track body at the bottom of the transmission cavity, wherein the chute connects the transmission cavity and the track body, and the track bodies on both sides of the chute serve as bearing surfaces, and a diversion channel is provided on the track body located at the processing station.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution: the track body is arranged according to the logistics coverage path of the production area, the mounting frame is used to realize the installation and fixation of the track body, the track body has a transmission cavity for supporting the carrier, the carrier is placed on the carrying surface to walk, and the carrier can pass through the slide to place the part used to carry materials outside the track body, which is convenient for processing personnel to take and place materials, and a diversion channel is set on the track body to facilitate the carrier to enter and move to the processing station. The unpowered track body is convenient for self-driving carriers to build paths, and according to production requirements, the carrier can choose the corresponding optimal path to move, which is convenient for flexible adjustment of the production line and further improves production efficiency.

[0010] Preferably, the track body is configured as a straight track or an arc track according to the number and shape of the chute, and the diversion channel is configured on the straight track.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the track body can be configured in various shapes based on the optimization of the production site or logistics path. Since the carrier moves along the bearing surface and chutes, it can be configured as straight track or circular track according to the number and shape of the chutes. Straight track enables unidirectional movement and transmission of the carrier, while circular track can adjust the carrier's movement direction. According to different production needs, various shapes can be configured, such as a combination of straight track and straight track, a combination of straight track and circular track, or a combination of circular track and circular track. The diversion channel is set on the straight track to facilitate the control of the carrier.

[0012] Furthermore, the diversion channel includes a fork groove provided on the bearing surface of the straight rail and connected to the slide groove, and a docking port provided on the side wall of the straight rail and connected to the fork groove.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution: the fork groove makes it easy for the carrier to leave the current path and enter the workstation for processing.

[0014] Furthermore, when there are multiple track bodies, the ends of adjacent track bodies are in contact with each other, and the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces of two adjacent track bodies form a continuous surface.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution: when a single track body cannot meet the production needs of the production area, multiple track bodies are required to be spliced, and the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces of adjacent track bodies are continuous, so that the path of the carrier is smooth and fluent when moving in the track body.

[0016] Preferably, a connecting assembly is provided between adjacent track bodies so that the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces of two adjacent track bodies form a continuous surface.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the connection stability between adjacent track bodies is further improved through the connection components, thereby improving the movement stability of the vehicle.

[0018] Preferably, the connecting assembly includes connecting blocks respectively mounted on adjacent rail bodies, plug-in slots provided on the connecting blocks, and a plug-in rod simultaneously plugged into the two plug-in slots and fixed to the connecting blocks.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution: inserting the plug rod into the plug groove on the connecting block of the adjacent track body, and fixing the plug rod to the two connecting blocks respectively, the vertical direction and the extension direction of the slide groove of the two adjacent track bodies are limited and fixed.

[0020] Preferably, a top cover is connected to the track body, and a mounting cavity is provided between the top cover and the track body.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution: due to the needs of the workstation and other supporting components, there will be wires and cables distributed on the track body. By arranging the wires and cables in the installation cavity, the exposure of the wires and cables is reduced, thereby improving the electrical safety of the wires and cables.

[0022] Preferably, a mounting opening is provided on the top cover, the mounting opening is covered with a mounting cover, and an RFID card reader or an electronic tag is installed on the track body corresponding to the mounting opening.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution: the installation port can facilitate the installation, maintenance, care, and replacement of wires and cables, and can also facilitate the installation and maintenance of RFID readers or electronic tags.

[0024] Preferably, the mounting frame includes a wire pipe and a connecting pipe connected to the wire pipe, an electrical connection port is provided on the top cover, the wire pipe passes through the electrical connection port and is provided with a wiring port communicating with the mounting cavity.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution: electrical connection between the track body and the workstation is easily achieved through the electrical connection port, and the wire tube passes through the electrical connection port, that is, the wire tube is embedded in the top cover in the vertical direction, which has a fixing effect on the track body.

[0026] Preferably, the wire tube is provided with a plurality of angle brackets connected to the track body or the top cover.

[0027] By adopting the above technical solution, the angle code can further improve the connection stability between the wire tube and the track body or the top cover, thereby ensuring the connection and circuit stability between the wire tube and the track body.

[0028] Beneficial Effects: By deploying at least one track element within the production area and securing it with mounting brackets, the aerial logistics track system can be deployed, facilitating vehicle routing based on production needs. Furthermore, the varying shapes and combinations of track elements allow for greater mobility within the system, further improving overall production efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0030] Figure 2 This embodiment provides an aerial logistics track system Figure 1 A magnified view of middle A;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of a track body in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle within a track body in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of a straight track in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic structural diagram of an arc track in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0035] Figure 7 This embodiment provides an aerial logistics track system Figure 1 Enlarged view of middle B;

[0036] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the splicing of straight rails and circular arc rails in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0037] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of splicing multiple circular arc rails in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0038] Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the connection of adjacent track bodies in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0039] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the connection between the inline tube and the track body in an aerial logistics track system provided by this embodiment;

[0040] Figure 12 This embodiment provides an aerial logistics track system Figure 1Enlarged view of C.

[0041] Reference numerals: 1, track body; 2, mounting frame; 3, transmission cavity; 4, chute; 5, bearing surface; 6, straight track; 7, arc track; 8, connecting column; 9, connecting piece; 10, fork slot; 11, connecting component; 12, connecting block; 13, insertion slot; 14, insertion rod; 15, gasket; 16, top cover; 17, mounting cavity; 18, mounting port; 19, mounting cover; 20, wire pipe; 21, connecting pipe; 23, hoisting frame; 24, extension edge; 25, connecting ring; 26, hoisting rod; 27, electrical connection port; 28, wire routing port; 29, corner code; 30, docking port; 31, self-driving part; 32, connecting part; 33, mounting part. Detailed implementation manners

[0042] To make the technical solution of the present invention clearer, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0043] An aerial logistics track system, as Figure 1 shown, includes a track body 1 and a mounting frame 2. The mounting frame 2 is used to install and fix the track body 1, and the mounting frame 2 can be at least one of a floor-supported type or a hoisting type.

[0044] The track body 1 is hollow, and the vertical cross-section of the track body 1 is rectangular. The track body 1 is made of a high-strength metal material, such as aluminum alloy. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​As shown, the hollow part of the track body 1 is a transmission cavity 3, and a slide groove 4 is provided on the bottom wall of the transmission cavity 3. The slide groove 4 extends horizontally on the track body 1 and passes through the track body 1 vertically, so that the transmission cavity 3 is connected to the outside of the track body 1.

[0049] The bottom of the transmission cavity 3 located on both sides of the chute 4 is a bearing surface 5, and the width of the bearing surfaces 5 on both sides is the same, so that the structure of the entire track body 1 is more balanced and stable.

[0050] like Figure 4 As shown, the vehicle comprises a self-propelled portion 31, a connecting portion 32, and a mounting portion 33. The self-propelled portion 31 is typically equipped with two wheels and a motor that drives the two wheels. The two wheels are placed on the bearing surface 5 on either side of the chute 4. The self-propelled portion 31 is used to move the vehicle carrying materials, the mounting portion 33 is used to mount the materials, and the connecting portion 32 is used to connect the self-propelled portion 31 and the mounting portion 33. The mounting portion 33 can be a hanger, a hanging basket, a metal frame, etc., depending on the production material. The self-propelled portion 31 of the vehicle is placed within the transmission cavity 3, the connecting portion 32 passes through the chute 4, and the mounting portion 33 is placed outside the track body 1, facilitating the transport of materials as the self-propelled portion 31 moves within the track body 1. The mounting portion 33 houses a battery and a control circuit board. The control circuit board is electrically connected to the battery and the motor and maintains communication with the backend server. The control circuit board receives commands from the backend server and controls the motor's opening and closing state and rotation speed.

[0051] Depending on factors such as the site of the production area, the logistics transmission route, and the production requirements of the track body 1, the track body 1 can be set as one, and the track body 1 can be bent and extended along specific lines; the track body 1 can also be set as multiple, and multiple track bodies 1 are installed in sequence, with the ends of adjacent track bodies 1 abutting each other, and the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces 5 of two adjacent track bodies 1 are set flush, so that the carrier can move smoothly in any track body 1.

[0052] The carrier moves along the track body 1, and the processing station is also arranged along the extension direction of the track body 1. A diversion channel is provided on the track body 1, and the diversion channel corresponds to the processing station. When the material mounted on the carrier needs to be processed at the corresponding processing station, the carrier enters the processing station through the diversion channel, and after the processing is completed at the processing station, it returns to the track body 1 through the diversion channel for circulation and transportation.

[0053] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in order to further unify the specifications of the track body 1 and facilitate the regular and standardized management of the track body 1, the track body 1 is usually divided into a straight rail 6 and a circular arc rail 7. The straight rail 6 and the circular arc rail 7 can be distinguished according to the shape and number of the slide groove 4.

[0054] When the track body 1 and the chute 4 are arranged in a straight line in the transport direction of the carrier, and there is only one chute 4, the track body 1 is a straight track 6;

[0055] When the track body 1 has two straight-line extending chutes 4 and one arc-shaped chute 4, the track body 1 is an arc rail 7, and one end portion of the two straight-line extending chutes 4 intersects, that is, the angle between the two straight-line extending chutes 4 is 90°, and the arc-shaped chute 4 is arranged between the other ends of the two straight-line extending chutes 4.

[0056] Among them, the arc-shaped slide groove 4 can be set to a quarter arc. In this way, the arc-shaped slide grooves 4 of the four arc rails 7 can be spliced ​​into a circular slide groove 4, and the vehicle can complete the adjustment of the moving direction at the arc rail 7.

[0057] like Figure 6 As shown, in order to further improve the structural strength of the circular arc rail 7, a connecting column 8 and a connecting piece 9 are fixedly connected to the track body 1, the connecting column 8 is fixedly connected to the top of the track body 1 in the transmission cavity 3, and the connecting piece 9 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting column 8, and the connecting piece 9 is integrally formed with two straight-extending slide grooves 4 and a bearing surface 5 on the side of an arc-shaped slide groove 4 close to the connecting column 8.

[0058] like Figure 7 As shown, workstations are usually distributed on the straight track 6. The workstations are set according to production needs, that is, the diversion channel is usually set on the straight track 6. For example, the clothing production station is used to sew and iron fabric pieces. The carrier enters the sewing station through the diversion channel and returns to the straight track 6 through the diversion channel after completing the processing at the sewing station.

[0059] The diversion channel includes a fork groove 10 opened on the bearing surface 5 of the straight rail 6, the fork groove 10 is connected to the slide groove 4, and a docking interface 30 is opened on the side wall of the straight rail 6. When the carrier needs to be processed at the corresponding processing station, the carrier enters the station for processing after passing through the fork groove 10 and the docking interface 30 according to the instructions of the background server; when the carrier does not need to be processed at the corresponding processing station, the carrier continues to move straight in the transmission cavity 3 through the fork groove 10 according to the instructions of the background server.

[0060] When the track body 1 is installed and set up in the production area, it can have the following combinations:

[0061] (1) Straight Track 6+Straight Track 6: Realize the laying of long-distance logistics tracks on a straight line;

[0062] (2) Straight rail 6 + arc rail 7: Figure 8As shown, the logistics track laying and diversion track laying are realized. According to the instructions of the background server, the vehicle can travel in a straight line along the straight extension chute 4 at the arc track 7, or it can turn along the arc chute 4 to change the original driving trajectory;

[0063] (3) Arc rail 7+arc rail 7: Figure 9 As shown, the logistics track laying and diversion track laying are realized, and the vehicle can continuously pass through the arc-shaped chute 4 of multiple arc rails 7. Usually, the arc rails 7 are set to an even number, two or four, and the background server controls the vehicle to move in a certain order in the track body 1 spliced ​​by multiple arc rails 7. For example, in this embodiment, the vehicle moves in a counterclockwise direction in the track body 1 spliced ​​by multiple arc rails 7 to realize 180°, 270°, and 360° turns.

[0064] In this embodiment, Figure 9 As shown, the vehicle does not make a 90° turn, that is, a 90° right-angle left turn or a 90° right-angle right turn. When the vehicle needs to make a 90° right turn, a track body 1 composed of four arc rails 7 is usually provided there. The vehicle enters the track body 1 from the upper right corner chute 5, turns left along the arc chute 4 of the four arc rails 7, and then drives out of the arc rail 7 from the straight-line extending chute 4 of the upper right corner arc rail 7.

[0065] When the track system includes multiple track bodies 1, in order to further improve the installation stability of the track bodies 1 and improve the movement stability of the vehicle, a connecting component 11 is provided between adjacent track bodies 1, and the connection between adjacent track bodies 1 is further reinforced by the connecting component 11.

[0066] like Figure 10 As shown, the connecting assembly 11 includes a connecting block 12 installed at the end of the track body 1. The connecting block 12 is usually arranged on the top upper surface of the track body 1, and the side wall of the connecting block 12 close to the end face of the track body 1 is flush with the end face of the track body 1; a plug-in slot 13 is provided on the connecting block 12, and the plug-in slot 13 passes through the connecting block 12 along the extension direction of the track body 1. In the vertical direction, the opening width above the plug-in slot 13 is smaller than the width of the top surface in contact with the plug-in slot, and can be a dovetail groove, a trapezoidal groove, or other shapes; a plug-in rod 14 is simultaneously inserted into the plug-in slot 13 on the two track bodies 1 that are abutted at the end, and the vertical cross-section of the plug-in rod 14 is the same as the vertical cross-section of the plug-in slot 13.

[0067] A plurality of threaded holes are respectively provided on the connecting rod 14 and the connecting block 12 at the bottom of the connecting slot 13. The threaded holes on the rod of the connecting slot 13 correspond to the threaded holes on the two connecting blocks 12 at the same time. Screws are passed through the corresponding threaded holes to fix the connecting rod 14 and the two connecting blocks 12 by screws.

[0068] By restricting and fixing the connecting rods 14 in the vertical and horizontal directions, the connection between adjacent track bodies 1 is made more stable, and the movement of the vehicle in the track body 1 is smoother.

[0069] And gaskets 15 can be set at the ends of adjacent track bodies 1, and the gaskets 15 abut against the bottoms of the adjacent track bodies 1 at the same time. The gaskets 15 are provided with screws threadedly connected to the track bodies 1. The gaskets 15 and the screws can achieve further fixation when the adjacent track bodies 1 are connected.

[0070] A top cover 16 is fixedly connected to the top of the track body 1. The top cover 16 can be integrally formed with the track body 1. The outer surfaces of the two side walls of the top cover 16 are respectively flush with the outer surfaces of the two side walls of the track body 1, and an installation cavity 17 is formed between the top cover 16 and the track body 1.

[0071] A mounting opening 18 is formed at the top of the top cover 16 , and the mounting opening 18 is covered with a mounting cover 19 . An RFID card reader or an electronic tag is installed on the track body 1 corresponding to the mounting opening 18 .

[0072] If an RFID card reader is installed on the carrier, an electronic tag is installed on the track body 1;

[0073] If an electronic tag is installed on the carrier, an RFID card reader is installed on the track body 1.

[0074] Typically, the mounting port 18 can be set on the track body 1 at the connection position of two track bodies 1 of different shapes or at the connection position of the fork groove 10 and the slide groove 4. The information in the electronic tag is obtained through the RFID card reader to confirm the position of the carrier and the information such as the carried materials, thereby determining the walking path of the carrier.

[0075] like Figure 11 As shown, an electrical connection port 27 is provided on the top cover 16, and the wire tube 20 passes through the electrical connection port 27, and a wiring port 28 is provided on the wire tube 20, and the wiring port 28 is communicated with the installation cavity 17. The wires and cables are installed in the installation cavity 17, and circuit diversion can be achieved through the wiring port 28 and the electrical connection port 27, which is convenient for the power supply needs of the work station and other devices installed on the track body 1.

[0076] like Figure 12 As shown, in order to further improve the installation stability and power supply safety between the wire tube 20 and the track body 1, a plurality of angle codes 29 are arranged around the wire tube 20. The angle codes 29 can be arranged on both side walls and the bottom wall of the wire tube 20. Depending on the setting position of the angle code 29, one side of the angle code 29 is fixedly connected to the wire tube 20, and the other side is fixedly connected to the track body 1 or the top cover 16.

[0077] The above-described embodiments merely illustrate several implementations of the present invention, and while their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art would be able to make numerous variations and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present invention, all of which fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An aerial logistics track system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a mounting frame (2) and at least one track body (1), wherein a transmission cavity (3) is provided in the track body (1), a chute (4) extending along a path track is provided on the track body (1) at the bottom of the transmission cavity (3), the chute (4) connects the transmission cavity (3) and the outside of the track body (1), the track body (1) on both sides of the chute (4) is a bearing surface (5), and a diversion channel is provided on the track body (1) located at a processing station.

2. An aerial logistics track system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The track body (1) is configured as a straight track (6) or an arc track (7) according to the number and shape of the chute (4), and the diversion channel is configured on the straight track (6).

3. An aerial logistics track system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The diversion channel comprises a fork groove (10) provided on the bearing surface (5) of the straight rail (6) and connected to the slide groove (4), and a docking port (30) provided on the side wall of the straight rail (6) and connected to the fork groove (10).

4. The aerial logistics track system according to claim 1, characterized in that: When there are multiple track bodies (1), the ends of adjacent track bodies (1) are in contact with each other, and the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces (5) of two adjacent track bodies (1) form a continuous surface.

5. The aerial logistics track system according to claim 4, characterized in that: A connecting assembly (11) is provided between adjacent track bodies (1), so that the upper surfaces of the bearing surfaces (5) of two adjacent track bodies (1) form a continuous surface.

6. An aerial logistics track system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (11) comprises connecting blocks (12) respectively mounted on adjacent track bodies (1), plug-in slots (13) provided on the connecting blocks (12), and a plug-in rod (14) simultaneously plugged into the two plug-in slots (13) and fixed to the connecting blocks (12).

7. An aerial logistics track system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: A top cover (16) is connected to the track body (1), and a mounting cavity (17) is provided between the top cover (16) and the track body (1).

8. The aerial logistics track system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The top cover (16) is provided with a mounting opening (18), the mounting opening (18) is covered with a mounting cover (19), and an RFID card reader or an electronic tag is installed on the track body (1) corresponding to the mounting opening (18).

9. The aerial logistics track system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting frame (2) includes a wire tube (20) and a connecting frame tube (21) connected to the wire tube (20); an electrical connection port (27) is provided on the top cover (16); the wire tube (20) passes through the electrical connection port (27) and is provided with a wiring port (28) communicating with the mounting cavity (17).

10. An aerial logistics track system according to claim 9, characterized in that: The wire tube (20) is provided with a plurality of angle codes (29) connected to the track body (1) or the top cover (16).

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