Device for storing and dispensing fitting components equipped with at least one rotating device for transferring

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for storing and dispensing assembly parts, comprising:-a plurality of containers,-means associated with each of the plurality of containers for extracting a part from said container,-means for transporting the extracted part to at least one remote workstation,-means for storing and dispensing assembly parts, and a device for transferring the extracted assembly part to a conveying device. According to the invention, the container is arranged radially about a central axis, and the transfer device comprises gripping means for gripping the at least one fitting component extracted by the extraction means, each gripping means being carried by an arm that can rotate about the central axis, and a transfer device for transferring the extracted respective assembly component from one of the plurality of containers from which it is extracted to the dispensing device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The field of the invention is that of designing and manufacturing devices for storing and distributing assembly parts used in industry, in particular the aeronautical industry, for transferring fastening elements between a supply area and a distribution area. Background Art

[0002] Existing technology

[0003] Fitting components, such as screws, rivets or others, are commonly used in industry to manufacture assemblies.

[0004] For this purpose, it is necessary to move these assembly components from a supply area where they are stored to a distribution area where they are brought in order to be subsequently positioned by an assembly tool.

[0005] Among the known solutions there are devices for storing and distributing assembly parts, which respectively comprise:

[0006] - multiple component containers,

[0007] - means for extracting the associated components from the container,

[0008] - means for conveying the components extracted from the container by the extraction means to at least one remote workstation, and

[0009] - a device for transferring the components extracted from the container by the extraction device to the conveying device.

[0010] However, known means for ensuring such transfer are relatively inefficient, inaccurate, complex and / or cumbersome, and may therefore be improved.

[0011] It is therefore still possible to improve devices of this type, which constitutes the object pursued by the present invention. Summary of the Invention

[0012] Purpose of the present invention

[0013] In particular, it is an object of the present invention to provide an effective solution to at least some of these various problems.

[0014] According to at least one embodiment, the object of the present invention is to improve the transfer of assembly components extracted from associated containers to a conveying device, to a work station.

[0015] In particular, according to at least one embodiment, an object of the present invention is to provide a transfer device for improving the accuracy and efficiency of gripping a fitting component when and / or during the transfer.

[0016] In particular, in at least one embodiment, it is an object of the present invention to provide a device for storing and distributing assembly components using at least one such transfer device.

[0017] According to at least one embodiment, another object of the present invention is to provide such a transfer device that can increase the transfer rate of assembled components.

[0018] Another object of the present invention, according to at least one embodiment, is to provide such a transfer device that is adaptable to different geometries and / or types of assembled components.

[0019] Another object of the present invention, in at least one embodiment, is to provide such a device for storing and distributing assembly components that is easy to implement and / or compact and / or economical.

[0020] Disclosure of the Invention

[0021] The proposed technology relates to a device for storing and distributing assembly components, comprising:

[0022] - a plurality of containers capable of accommodating the assembled components,

[0023] - means for extracting the assembly components from said plurality of containers, said means for extracting being respectively associated with each of said plurality of containers,

[0024] - means for delivering to at least one remote workstation the assembled components extracted from said plurality of containers by said means for extracting,

[0025] - means for transferring assembly components extracted from said plurality of containers by said means for extracting to said means for transporting.

[0026] According to the present invention, the plurality of containers are radially arranged around the central axis.

[0027] Furthermore, the device for transferring comprises a device for gripping at least one assembly component extracted by the device for extracting, the devices for gripping being respectively carried by an arm, the arms being capable of rotational movement about the central axis so as to transfer the respective assembly component extracted from one of the plurality of containers from which the respective assembly component was extracted to the dispensing device.

[0028] Such an arrangement makes it possible, in particular, to limit the footprint of the device, especially when the invention is implemented in a staging device.Such a device also makes it possible to increase the transfer rate of the assembled parts.

[0029] According to a particular feature of the device, at least one of said means for gripping is a means for integrally gripping an assembly extracted by said associated means for extracting.

[0030] Thus, this embodiment of the device for integral clamping allows for the selective clamping of individual assembly components. This means, in particular, for efficient clamping and transfer of assembly components. This is because the need for clamping multiple assembly components, some of which may be positioned in a way that prevents, blocks, or disrupts clamping or even transfer, is avoided. This also allows the device to be adapted to assembly components of varying geometries and / or types.

[0031] According to another particular feature of the devices, at least one of the means for clamping comprises a clamping head mounted so as to be movable in translation along a translation axis parallel to the central axis, between at least two positions:

[0032] a first position for gripping at least one extracted assembly component, wherein said gripping head is adjacent to said associated means for extraction, and

[0033] - transferring at least one gripped assembly component to a second position, said gripping head being away from said associated means for extraction.

[0034] Such a translationally movable gripping head can in particular prevent the gripped fitting from striking the wall of the container, and this is independent of its geometry. This means in particular an efficient transfer of all types of fittings.

[0035] According to another particular feature of the device, the movement of the gripping head from the first position to the second position is activated by a selective actuator.

[0036] Such a selective actuator can in particular ensure activation of a single device for clamping. This can help to minimize the risk of incorrect transfer of assembly components, which can potentially lead to degradation of the dedicated assembly device and / or incorrect or inappropriate assembly.

[0037] According to another particular feature of the device, the selective actuator is a second arm capable of rotational movement around the central axis in order to select the device for clamping to be moved, and capable of translational movement along the central axis in order to initiate the movement of the selected device for clamping.

[0038] According to another particular feature of the device, at least one of the means for clamping comprises means for temporary fixing to the assembly extracted by the associated means for extracting.

[0039] Such a solution makes it possible, in particular, to ensure the secure gripping of the assembly in the extraction device and its release relative to the transport device to the remote workstation. This simplifies the structure of the device by eliminating the need for a dedicated release member. This translates, in particular, into a reduction in costs and the use of raw materials for manufacturing the device.

[0040] According to another particular feature of the device, the gripping head has means for suctioning the extracted assembly component.

[0041] This pneumatic solution has the advantage, in particular, of operating with fittings made of different materials. For example, it is possible to ensure the gripping and transfer of both ferromagnetic and non-ferromagnetic fittings.

[0042] According to another particular feature of the device, the means for suctioning are automatically activated when the actuator is positioned opposite the gripping head.

[0043] Such automatic activation of the means for clamping, obtained by alignment of the sections of the fluid conduit, can particularly simplify the handling of the device.

[0044] According to another particular feature of the device, the means for transporting comprise a plurality of tubes for transporting the assembly, the plurality of tubes for transport being carried by a unit movable in translation along an axis parallel to the central axis.

[0045] This arrangement makes it particularly possible to adapt to the geometry (length) of the various assembly components to be delivered to the workstation. The translational movement of the movable unit also ensures the correct engagement of the assembly components in the associated delivery tubes and minimizes air leakage during suction by the suction unit located at the workstation. The use of multiple delivery tubes makes it particularly possible to provide an inner tube diameter adapted to the head diameter of the component. This ensures, in particular, good suction efficiency at the workstation. It also enables individual feeding of the individual assembly components. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0046] Other features and advantages of the invention will become apparent on reading the following description of specific embodiments given by way of illustrative and non-limiting examples only, and the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0047] -[ Figure 1 ]: Figure 1 An example of a device for storing and distributing assembly parts according to the present invention is shown in an elevated perspective view;

[0048] -[ Figure 2 ]: Figure 2 Further illustrated in cross-section Figure 1 The structure of the device for transferring the assembly parts;

[0049] -[ Figure 3 ]: Figure 3 yes Figure 2 a partial view focusing on the means for gripping belonging to the means for transferring;

[0050] -[ Figure 4A ]and[ Figure 4B ]: Figure 4A and 4B The transport system is shown in different cross-sectional views. Figure 1 a device for extracting components; and

[0051] -[ Figure 5A ]and[ Figure 5B ]: Figure 5A and 5B Shown in perspective and cross-sectional views Figure 1 The rotating center structure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0052] Description of Exemplary Embodiments

[0053] Figures 1 to 5B An example of an apparatus for storing and distributing assembly components according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown in various views.

[0054] The apparatus 1 for storing and distributing assembly components generally comprises a fixed frame 100 which supports:

[0055] a plurality of containers 10 capable of housing assembly parts (not shown), preferably of different geometries and / or types (screws, rivets, etc.);

[0056] - a device 20 , for each container 10 , for extracting the associated assembly part from the container 10 ;

[0057] - means 30 for conveying the assembled parts extracted from the container 10 by the means for extraction 20 to at least one remote workstation (not shown), such as a robotic arm equipped with at least one member for assembling assembled parts from the device 1 ; and

[0058] - a device 40 for transferring the assembly part extracted from the container 10 by the device 20 for extraction to the device 30 for delivery.

[0059] In other words, the device for transferring 40 ensures the movement of the assembly part between a first position (called the extraction position), in which the assembly part is located at the associated device for extraction 20, and a second position (called the delivery position), in which the extracted assembly part is located at the device for delivery 30.

[0060] According to the invention, the containers 10 of the device 1 are arranged radially around a central axis X.

[0061] Furthermore, the device 40 for transferring comprises a device 41 for gripping at least one assembly component extracted by the device 20 for extracting.

[0062] The means 41 for gripping are each carried by an arm 42 that is movable in rotation about a central axis X in order to transfer the individual fittings extracted from the container 10 to the dispensing device 30 .

[0063] Thus, according to the general principles of the invention, each assembly component extracted from the container 10 is transferred in a rotational movement about the central axis X from the extraction position to the delivery position.

[0064] More specifically, in this embodiment, the apparatus 1 comprises:

[0065] - a first level E1 having a first height,

[0066] a second level E2 having a second height, the second height being higher than the first height, and

[0067] a third level E3 having a third height, the third height being higher than the first height and the second height.

[0068] This stepped arrangement makes it possible, in particular, to reduce the footprint of the device 1 and to ensure a precise and efficient transfer of the assembly components.

[0069] The frame 100 of the device 1 supports, on a first stage E1 , the container 10 and the means for transporting 30 . These are arranged radially around the central axis X so as to substantially define a segmented ring.

[0070] In the example illustrated, the means for conveying 30 are centralized, ie they define a single segment of the ring.

[0071] The device 30 for conveying comprises a plurality of conveying tubes 31 of different diameters in order to allow fittings of different geometries and / or types to pass through.

[0072] More precisely, the delivery pipe 31 has a diameter suitable for the various assembly components and is connected to a suction unit located at the workstation (not shown), thereby ensuring that the components can be moved from the storage device to the workstation. These suction devices are known to those skilled in the art. Examples include ejectors, central suction systems, etc.

[0073] The delivery tube 31 is carried by a unit 32 that is movable in translation along an axis parallel to the central axis X between a low position and a high position in order to adapt to the geometry (length) of the assembly to be unloaded.

[0074] The translation of the mobile unit 32 between the low position and the high position (and vice versa) is activated by a cylinder 34 , the body of which is fixed to the frame 100 .

[0075] Each container 10 is provided with a bottom 11 having a groove (not referenced), wherein an associated device 20 for extracting is capable of moving along a vertical axis parallel to the central axis X between a low position (not shown) for removing multiple assembly components from the bottom 11 of the associated container 10 and a high position for extracting multiple assembly components from the associated container 10.

[0076] In the example shown, the device 20 for extracting has a first part 21 comprising a first housing adapted to receive a plurality of fittings and a second part 22 comprising a second housing adapted to receive a single fitting belonging to the plurality of fittings.

[0077] The two parts 21, 22 are movable in translation relative to each other along a vertical axis. In addition, the second part 22 is configured to adopt a unit dispensing position, wherein the assembly contained in the second housing of the second part 21 is longitudinally offset from the assembly contained in the first housing of the first part 21 along the vertical axis.

[0078] Such a device for extraction 20 in two movable parts makes it possible to vertically orient the assembly components extracted from the container and then to arrange them in an integral manner opposite the associated device for gripping 41 .

[0079] The frame 100 also carries a central structure of revolution 50 formed by three coaxial hollow tubes 51 , 52 , 53 , extending along the central axis X and arranged coaxially therewith.

[0080] More precisely, in Figure 4B 、 Figure 5A and Figure 5B The central structure 50 of rotation, which is more visible in FIG, comprises:

[0081] an outer tube 51 configured to support, at the second stage E2 , the means 40 for transferring the clamped assembly;

[0082] a central tube 53 configured to support, at the third stage E3 , means 60 for supplying fittings to the container 10 ; and

[0083] An intermediate tube 52 configured to support, at the second stage E2 , the actuator 43 for translation of the means for gripping 41 , described in detail later.

[0084] The device for gripping 41 is also located at a predetermined distance from the central axis X so as to be vertically aligned with the device for extracting 20 on the one hand to be able to grip the extracted assembly and with the device for transporting 30 on the other hand to be able to unload the gripped assembly.

[0085] Thus, the device 41 for gripping the extracted assembly component is located above the device 20 for extraction and the device 30 for transport and is moved from one to the other in a rotational movement.

[0086] The device for gripping 41 is also capable of translational movement on an axis T oriented parallel to the central axis X between a low position in which it grips the entire assembly extracted by the associated device for extraction 20 and a high position in which it transfers the gripped assembly.

[0087] A controllable actuator 43 for moving the means for clamping 41 from the upper position to the lower position and a reset device (not shown) for ensuring that the means for clamping 41 returns to the upper position when the actuator 43 is no longer controlled are also provided.

[0088] In particular, such an arrangement can ensure that the extracted assembly component can be easily clamped in a low position, regardless of its size. Such an arrangement can also ensure that the end (preferably the head) of the assembly component extracted by the associated device for extraction can be effectively clamped and held.

[0089] In the example shown, the gripping and holding of the fitting head is temporarily provided by pneumatic means for gripping 41. This pneumatic solution has the advantage in particular of operating with fittings made of different materials.

[0090] More precisely, the arms 42 are mounted rotatably and displaceably on the outer tube 51, the ends of the arms 42 being fixed together so as to substantially form a spoked wheel. Preferably, the angular spacing between the arms 42 is uniform in order to ensure a uniform distribution of the mass of the arms 42 and of the means for clamping 41 carried by them.

[0091] Furthermore, each pneumatic device for gripping 41 comprises a hollow gripping head 410 mounted so as to be able to slide along the translation axis T within a guide sleeve 411 integral with the associated arm 42 .

[0092] The clamping head 410 has a so-called first proximal end 410A forming a device for suction capable of clamping and holding the head of the assembly part extracted by the associated device 20 for extraction, and a so-called second distal end 410B fixed and pneumatically connected to the base 412 of the translation stop.

[0093] Such a base 412 is configured to cooperate with the actuator 43 to allow the clamping head 410 to slide from an upper position, in which it clamps the extracted assembly component, to a lower position.

[0094] To this end, the base 412 has, on the translation axis T, a bearing surface 412A aligned with the clamping head 410 , forming an anvil configured to cooperate with the end 43A of the actuator 43 .

[0095] This actuator 43 is formed by a second arm mounted on an intermediate tube 52 of the central structure 50, which second arm can, on the one hand, be moved in rotation about a central axis X so as to align with the desired gripping head 410, and, on the other hand, can be moved in translation along this central axis X by means of a piston 431 so as to cooperate with a bearing surface 412A of the base 412 of the gripping head 410, which bearing surface is chosen so as to lower it against the assembly to be extracted.

[0096] The return means (not shown) which ensure that the clamping head 410 returns to the initial position is formed by a coil spring which surrounds the clamping head 410 and is arranged between the guide sleeve 411 and the base 412 .

[0097] The base 412 is also configured to be connected to a pneumatic power supply, which is itself configured to generate a suction flow (for gripping the fitting) or, if desired, an exhalation flow (for forced expulsion of the fitting).

[0098] In the illustrated example, a pneumatic energy source (not shown) is connected to the lower longitudinal end of the central tube 53 to allow airflow therethrough.

[0099] In the second stage E2 of the device 1 , the central structure 50 has:

[0100] - Orifices 530 formed radially in the wall of the central tube 53;

[0101] - channels 520 formed radially in the intermediate tube 52;

[0102] A connector 510 formed radially in the outer tube 51 for connecting to the fluid conduit 44 .

[0103] Thus, when the actuator 43 is positioned opposite a particular clamping head 410, the associated orifices 530 of the central tube 53, the channels 520 of the intermediate tube 52 and the associated fittings 510 of the outer tube 51 are radially aligned. This allows the construction of channels for the fluid supply to the clamping head 410.

[0104] In other words, in addition to driving the translation of the gripping head 410 from its upper position to its lower position, the actuator 43 can also control the passage of air through the channel 520 provided in the intermediate tube 52 to ensure gripping of the assembly.

[0105] The gripping head 410 also carries a sensor (not shown) for the presence of a fitting component located at its first end 410A, in order to verify the presence of such a component in the device for aspiration.

[0106] In this example, the means for supplying 60 comprise a hopper 61 , the unloading portion 62 of which is aligned vertically with the container 10 and supported by a third arm 63 movable in rotation on a central axis X.

[0107] The device further comprises at least one processor coupled to a memory, such as a RAM, on which a computer program is recorded to ensure the described operation of the device 1 , which will be partially described hereinafter.

[0108] This device 1 for storing and distributing assembly parts comprises in particular the following main steps:

[0109] - in a pre-processing step, indicating to the device 1 by suitable means that a particular type of assembly component present in the container 10 must be delivered to the work station;

[0110] In the so-called first extraction step of extracting the assembly components, the extraction device 20 associated with the container 10 is controlled by a cylinder to firstly be lowered to a lower position in order to remove the plurality of assembly components from the bottom 11 of the container 10, then to be successively raised to an upper position and then to a position for the overall distribution of the assembly components from the plurality of assembly components. At the end of this first step, at least one of the assembly components extracted from the container 10 is vertically oriented and positioned opposite the associated gripping head 41.

[0111] In the so-called second gripping step, the actuator 43 of the transfer device 40 is controlled to pivot about the intermediate tube 52 to position itself above the associated gripping device 41. When the actuator 43 is aligned with the gripping device 41, there is radial alignment of the associated orifice 530 of the central tube 53, the channel 520 of the intermediate tube 52, and the associated coupling 510 of the outer tube 51. This creates a channel for the fluid supply of the suction device 410A. The actuator 43 is then controlled to slide along the intermediate tube 52 to exert pressure on the gripping device 41, lowering it from the upper position to the lower position, in which the gripping device 41 comes into contact with the extracted assembly and grips it.

[0112] In a third step, the means for extracting 20 are controlled to return to the upper position (ie lowered) in order in particular to release the assembly gripped by the means for gripping 41 .

[0113] - In a fourth step, the actuator 43 is controlled to rise by sliding along the intermediate tube 52. This translation is combined with means for resetting the gripping head 410, allowing it to return to the upper position (initial position).

[0114] In a fifth step, the arm 42 is controlled to pivot about the outer tube 51 so as to move, in a rotational movement, the means for gripping 41 and the assembly held thereby towards and over the associated conveying tube 31 belonging to the means for conveying 30. This simultaneous movement of the arm 42 and of the actuator 43 is necessary to ensure the continuity of the suction and, therefore, the continuity of the holding of the assembly by the gripping head 410.

[0115] - in a sixth step, the actuator 43 is controlled to slide along the intermediate tube 52 to exert pressure on the means for clamping 41 in order to lower it from the upper position to the lower position, wherein the clamped assembly is inserted into the associated conveying tube 31,

[0116] - in an optional seventh step, adjusting the vertical position of the means for transport 30 to allow the insertion of the clamped assembly into and through the associated transport tube 31 ,

[0117] In a seventh step, the operation of the suction device 410A is interrupted to allow the clamped assembly to be released into the associated delivery tube 31. Preferably, the suction unit connected to the associated delivery tube 31 is activated to allow the assembly to be sucked to the workstation. This suction is achieved by controlling the pressure, time and flow rate according to the type and / or geometry of the assembly.

[0118] Other embodiments and modifications

[0119] In the illustrated embodiment, the conveying means 30 are concentrated between the containers, i.e., they define a single segment of the segmented ring. According to another embodiment, not shown, it is possible to envision an alternative arrangement of the conveying means and one or more containers. This alternative arrangement is of interest when the device 1 is intended, in particular, to supply several workstations.

[0120] In the illustrated embodiment, the transport device 30 comprises a unit 32 capable of translational movement along an axis parallel to the central axis X between a lower position and a raised position in order to adapt to the geometry (length) of the assembly to be unloaded. According to another embodiment, not shown, the transport device can be fixedly mounted on a frame. This can, in particular, help reduce the cost of the device.

[0121] In the embodiment shown, the extraction device 20 comprises two parts that can be moved relative to each other in order to vertically orient the assembly components extracted from the container and then position them integrally opposite the associated gripping device 41. However, any other solution that allows the extraction of at least one or more assembly components in a vertical orientation can alternatively be envisaged.

[0122] In the illustrated embodiment, temporary gripping and holding of the assembly head is provided by a pneumatic gripping device. However, any other solution for ensuring temporary (i.e., controlled) gripping of the extracted assembly can alternatively be envisioned. For example, for assembly parts made of ferromagnetic material, the use of electromagnets can be envisioned. Such a solution can help simplify the structure of the device, in particular the structure of the pivoting center structure.

[0123] In the illustrated embodiment, the gripping head is capable of translational movement on an associated arm in order to contact the extracted assembly. According to another embodiment, not shown, the gripping head is fixed. In this alternative embodiment, the extraction device is configured so that the dispensing position allows the extracted assembly to contact the fixed gripping head. This alternative can help simplify the structure of the device.

[0124] Obviously, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and is provided only as examples. It includes various modifications, alternative forms and other variations that a person skilled in the art may consider in the context of the present invention, and in particular all combinations of the aforementioned various operating modes, which may be considered individually or in combination.

[0125] More generally, the invention covers all embodiments of the principle according to which individual assembly parts extracted from a container are transferred by suitable means from an extraction position outside the container with a rotational movement about a central axis to a delivery position, to a workstation.

[0126] According to various aspects, depending on the embodiment adopted, the invention therefore has all or some of the following advantages:

[0127] - Improve the accuracy and / or effectiveness of gripping assembly parts to facilitate their transfer;

[0128] - Increase the transfer rate of assembly parts;

[0129] - Adaptability to different geometries and / or types of assembly components;

[0130] -Limit the floor space of assembly component storage and dispensing equipment;

[0131] -Guaranteed long service life;

[0132] -Requires limited maintenance;

[0133] - Limit manufacturing costs;

[0134] -wait.

Claims

1. A device (1) for storing and distributing assembly components, comprising: - a plurality of containers (10) capable of accommodating the assembly components, - means (20) for extracting the assembly components from said plurality of containers (10), said means (20) for extracting being respectively associated with each of said plurality of containers (10), - means (30) for delivering to at least one remote workstation the assembled components extracted from said plurality of containers (10) by said means (20) for extraction, - means (40) for transferring the assembled components extracted from the plurality of containers (10) by the means (20) for extracting to the means (30) for transporting, Characterized in that the plurality of containers (10) are radially arranged around a central axis (X), And in that, the device (40) for transferring includes a device (41) for clamping at least one assembly component extracted by the device (20) for extracting, and the devices (41) for clamping are respectively carried by arms (42), and the arms (42) are capable of rotating around the central axis (X) so as to transfer each assembly component extracted from one container (10) among the multiple containers (10) to the dispensing device, and the each assembly component is extracted from the container (10).

2. The device (1) for storing and dispensing according to claim 1, characterized in that At least one of said means (41) for gripping is a means for integrally gripping an assembly part extracted by the associated said means (20) for extracting.

3. The device for storing and dispensing (1) according to any one of claims 1 and 2, characterized in that At least one of the means (41) for gripping comprises a gripping head (410) mounted so as to be movable in translation along a translation axis parallel to the central axis (X) between at least two positions: a first position for gripping at least one extracted assembly component, wherein said gripping head (410) is adjacent to said associated means (20) for extraction, and - transferring at least one gripped assembly component to a second position, said gripping head (410) being away from said associated device (20) for extraction.

4. The device (1) for storing and dispensing according to claim 3, characterized in that Movement of the clamping head (410) from the first position to the second position is initiated by a selective actuator (43).

5. The device (1) for storing and dispensing according to claim 4, characterized in that The selective actuator (43) is a second arm capable of rotational movement around the central axis (X) in order to select the device (41) for clamping to be moved, and capable of translational movement along the central axis (X) in order to initiate the movement of the selected device (41) for clamping.

6. The device (1) for storing and dispensing according to any one of claims 1 and 5, characterized in that At least one of said means (41) for gripping comprises means for temporary fixing to said assembly part extracted by said associated means (20) for extracting.

7. The device (1) for storing and dispensing according to claim 6, characterized in that The gripping head (410) has a device (410A) for sucking the extracted assembly component.

8. Device (1) for storage and distribution according to claims 4 and 7, characterized in that When said actuator (43) is positioned opposite said gripping head (410), said means for suction (410A) are automatically actuated.

9. Device (1) for storing and dispensing according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The means (30) for transporting comprise a plurality of tubes (31) for transporting the assembly, the plurality of tubes (31) for transporting being carried by a unit (32) capable of translational movement along an axis parallel to the central axis (X).

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