Intelligent sorting device used before aeronautical part detection

Intelligent sorting devices utilize artificial intelligence and automated equipment to achieve efficient and accurate sorting of aviation parts, solving the problems of low efficiency and poor accuracy of manual sorting, adapting to diverse production environments, reducing costs and risks, and improving production efficiency and safety.

CN120772151APending Publication Date: 2025-10-14SHENYANG AIRCRAFT CORP
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Application Number
CN202511156191.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-08-19
Publication Date
2025-10-14

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Technical Problem

The existing aviation parts sorting mainly relies on manual operation, which has problems such as low efficiency, difficulty in ensuring accuracy, difficulty in management, and easy data loss. It cannot meet the high efficiency and high precision requirements of the aviation manufacturing industry.

Method used

Using artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision technologies, high-resolution cameras are used to capture part image information, image recognition technology is used for accurate identification, and automated equipment such as conveyor belts is combined to achieve automated sorting of parts.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency and accuracy of aviation parts sorting, reduces labor costs and safety risks, adapts to different production environments, meets the high efficiency and high precision requirements of the aviation manufacturing industry, reduces parts damage and waste, and improves the working environment.

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Abstract

The invention provides an intelligent sorting device used before aeronautical part detection. The intelligent sorting device comprises a mechanical mechanism, a detection control mechanism and a sorting implementation mechanism. The mechanical mechanism serves as a supporting structure of the detection control mechanism and the sorting achieving mechanism, after part image information is collected by the sorting achieving mechanism through a camera, feature recognition is conducted, the parts are classified, a control instruction is formed, and therefore the sorting achieving mechanism is controlled to complete sorting of the different parts. Advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision are applied, part image information is captured through a high-resolution camera, part images are accurately recognized, rapid sorting is achieved in combination with automatic equipment such as a conveying belt, and the aeronautical part processing efficiency and accuracy are greatly improved. According to the invention, aeronautical parts with various shapes and sizes can be processed, different production environments and conditions can be adapted, and the requirements of aeronautical manufacturing industry on high efficiency and high precision of part sorting are met.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of aircraft assembly and relates to an intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the aviation industry, the requirements for the efficiency and accuracy of parts sorting are increasing. Currently, the sorting of aviation parts mainly relies on manual operations, which has many limitations. First, manual sorting requires a lot of time and manpower, especially when dealing with large-scale, complex and diverse aviation parts, and it is often difficult to improve sorting efficiency. Second, the accuracy of manual sorting is difficult to guarantee. Due to the wide variety and different shapes of parts, coupled with compressed production cycles, sorting personnel fatigue and distraction, sorting errors often occur. This not only affects production progress, but also poses a significant risk to the safety performance of aviation products. In addition, traditional manual sorting methods face the problem of difficult management. During the manual sorting process, the tracking and management of parts often rely on paper records or simple electronic registration accounts. These methods are not only inefficient but also prone to data errors and data loss. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the above-mentioned issues, the present invention provides an intelligent sorting device for aviation parts prior to inspection. This device utilizes advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision to achieve automated and efficient sorting of aviation parts prior to inspection. It uses a high-resolution camera to capture image information of current aviation parts, and utilizes advanced image recognition technology to accurately identify and classify the image of the parts. Ultimately, by combining automated equipment such as conveyor belts, rapid sorting is achieved, greatly improving the efficiency and accuracy of aviation parts processing. This intelligent sorting device is not only capable of processing aviation parts of various shapes and sizes, but can also adapt to different production environments and conditions, meeting the aviation manufacturing industry's requirements for high efficiency and high precision in parts sorting.

[0004] The technical solution adopted in the present invention is:

[0005] A device for intelligent sorting of aviation parts before inspection includes a mechanical mechanism, an inspection control mechanism, and a sorting implementation mechanism. The mechanical mechanism serves as a supporting structure for the inspection control mechanism and the sorting implementation mechanism. After the sorting implementation mechanism collects part image information through a camera 7, it performs feature recognition to classify the parts and generates control instructions, thereby controlling the sorting implementation mechanism to complete the sorting of different parts.

[0006] The mechanical mechanism includes an operating table 1, a connector 4, connecting bolts 5, an adaptive adapter mechanism 6, connecting screws 14, an upper cover 15, and a control box 19. The upper surface of the operating table 1 is used to mount the conveyor belt 16 of the sorting implementation mechanism to achieve automatic conveyance of parts. Multiple sorting tables are connected to one side of the operating table at intervals, and the same number of control boxes 19 are installed on the other side. The two are positioned opposite each other. The top of each control box 19 is mounted with an identifier 17 of the detection and control mechanism, and the identifier 17 extends above the conveyor belt 16. The identifier 17 is a box body with an open top. The upper cover 15 is mounted to the open part via connecting screws 14. The adaptive adapter mechanism 6 is mounted on the lower surface of the identifier 17 via the connector 4 and connecting bolts 5. The camera 7 is mounted on the bottom of the adaptive adapter mechanism 6. The connector 4 is used to determine the relative position of the adaptive adapter mechanism 6 and the identifier 17. The adaptive adapter mechanism 6 is internally provided with four sets of electric telescopic cylinders. The detection and control mechanism controls the action of the electric telescopic cylinders to fine-tune the position of the camera 7, achieving the adjustment function of the collected information.

[0007] The detection control mechanism is provided with multiple groups, corresponding to the control box 19 one by one, each group includes a power button 2, an indicator 3, a camera 7, a controller 11, a data acquisition module 12, a display screen 13, an identifier 17 and a single-chip microcomputer 18, and each group of detection control mechanisms identifies a part; the power button 2 and the indicator 3 are arranged on the top of the control box 19, the power button 2 is used to start and shut down the detection control mechanism of this group and the corresponding sorting implementation mechanism, the indicator 3 is controlled by the single-chip microcomputer 18, when the identified part is consistent with the one in the database, the indicator 3 emits green light, and when it is inconsistent, it emits red light, indicating that the corresponding detection control mechanism is working normally and achieving the expected sorting capacity, playing the role of problem warning; the camera 7 is used to collect part images and transmit the collected information to the data acquisition module 12; the display screen 13 is installed on the upper cover 15, and the data acquisition The collection module 12 and the single-chip microcomputer 18 are installed inside the identifier 17, and the controller 11 is installed inside the control box 19. The data acquisition module 12 collects the part images captured by the camera 7 and sends them to the display screen 13 for display. At the same time, the image information is converted into an information format that can be processed by the identifier 17 and then passed to the identifier 17. The identifier 17 is equipped with a machine learning system, which can compare the image information with the corresponding part image in the database and determine whether the two are consistent. The judgment result is sent to the single-chip microcomputer 18. The single-chip microcomputer 18 forms a control instruction based on the judgment result and sends it to the controller 11. The controller 11 controls the adaptive switching mechanism 6, the indicator 3 and the sorting implementation mechanism according to the control instruction, respectively realizing the position adjustment of the camera 7, problem warning prompts and parts sorting; the display screen 13 displays the identification information and the sorting status of the parts, and can be connected to an external digital display screen.

[0008] The sorting mechanism includes a working block 8, an actuating rod 9, an electric telescopic device 10 and a conveyor belt 16; the conveyor belt 16 is installed on the operating table 1 and runs continuously during operation to realize the automatic conveying and circulation of the parts to be sorted, and to move the parts to be sorted to the bottom of each identifier 17 for identification and sorting; the working block 8, the actuating rod 9, and the electric telescopic device 10 constitute an actuating mechanism, and a total of multiple groups are provided, which correspond to the control box 19 one by one, wherein the electric telescopic device 10 is fixed in the control box 19, and the actuating rod 9 serves as the output of the electric telescopic device 10 The end of the work block 8 extends toward the conveyor belt 16, the working block 8 is fixed to the end of the actuating rod 9, and the electric retractor 10 is controlled by the controller 11. When its corresponding detection control mechanism identifies the sorted parts, the single-chip microcomputer 18 sends a control instruction to the controller 11 to control the electric retractor 10 to extend the actuating rod 9, and then the working block 8 extends toward the conveyor belt 16, pushing the parts on the conveyor belt 16 to the sorting platform on the opposite side. After the sorting is completed, the actuating rod 9 retracts; the surface of the working block 8 is pasted with protective rubber to prevent the working block 8 from directly contacting the parts and causing damage.

[0009] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0010] This system uses a high-precision camera to capture image information of parts. This information is then compared with a pre-set parts information database, allowing for rapid determination of key information such as part type and model for sorting and classification. This system offers significant advantages over traditional sorting methods. It can complete the sorting of large quantities of parts in a short period of time with minimal error rates. Furthermore, the stable transmission provided by the conveyor belt and the coordinated operation of the electric telescopic actuator and actuator rod for rapid and continuous processing of parts significantly improve sorting efficiency and reduce labor costs and safety risks.

[0011] This invention leverages machine learning to continuously learn and optimize intelligent sorting devices, adapting to the sorting needs of aviation parts of varying types and specifications, providing businesses and departments with more flexible and efficient production. By learning from a large number of aviation part images, the system can gradually improve its recognition accuracy and efficiency.

[0012] The present invention also has good environmental adaptability, can flexibly respond to various production environments and conditions, meet the aviation manufacturing industry's requirements for high efficiency and high precision in parts sorting, and provide strong technical support for the optimization of production processes in the aviation manufacturing industry.

[0013] Furthermore, the application of this invention also brings significant economic benefits. By reducing manual operations, it reduces parts damage and waste caused by human error, thereby saving production costs. Furthermore, the automated operation of the device reduces worker workload, improves the working environment, and enhances employee job satisfaction. Furthermore, in terms of environmental protection, the precise sorting of the intelligent sorting device reduces waste generation, contributing to green manufacturing.

[0014] Overall, this device not only achieved a technological breakthrough but also demonstrated comprehensive advantages in practical applications, laying a solid foundation for the sustainable development of the aviation manufacturing industry. In the future, with further optimization of the technology and expansion of its application scope, intelligent sorting devices are expected to play a significant role in even more areas, becoming a crucial component of intelligent manufacturing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 is an axonometric drawing of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 It is a front view of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 is a top view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 4 It is a left side view of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 5 It is a control principle diagram of the present invention.

[0020] Among them, 1-operating table; 2-power button; 3-indicator; 4-connector; 5-connecting bolt assembly; 6-adaptive adapter mechanism; 7-camera; 8-working block; 9-actuating rod; 10-electric telescopic device; 11-controller; 12-data acquisition module; 13-display screen; 14-connecting screws; 15-upper cover; 16-conveyor belt; 17-identifier; 18-single-chip microcomputer; 19-control box. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. People familiar with this technology can easily understand the other advantages and functions of the present invention from the contents disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the embodiments described are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] An intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection, including a mechanical mechanism, a detection control mechanism and a sorting implementation mechanism, such as Figures 1 to 5 .

[0023] The mechanical mechanism includes an operation table 1, a connecting body 4, a connecting bolt 5, an adaptive switching mechanism 6, a connecting screw 14, an upper cover plate 15 and a control box 19. The upper surface of the operation table 1 is used for mounting a conveying belt 16 in a sorting implementation mechanism to realize automatic conveying of parts, three sorting tables are connected at intervals on one side of the operation table 1, and the same number of control boxes 19 are mounted on the other side, the positions of the two are opposite to each other, an identifier 17 in a detection control mechanism is mounted on the top of each control box 19, the identifier 17 extends upwards of the conveying belt 16, the identifier 17 is a box body with an open top, the upper cover plate 15 is mounted on the open top through the connecting screw 14, the adaptive switching mechanism 6 is mounted on the lower surface of the identifier 17 through the connecting body 4 and the connecting bolt 5, a camera 7 is mounted at the bottom of the adaptive switching mechanism 6, the connecting body 4 is used for determining the relative position of the adaptive switching mechanism 6 and the identifier 17, four groups of electric telescopic cylinders are arranged in the adaptive switching mechanism 6, the positions of the cameras 7 are adjusted by controlling the actions of the electric telescopic cylinders through the detection control mechanism to realize the adjustment function of collecting information.

[0024] The detection control mechanism is provided with multiple groups, which are one-to-one corresponding to the control boxes 19, each group includes a start button 2, an indicator 3, a camera 7, a controller 11, a data acquisition module 12, a display screen 13, an identifier 17 and a single-chip microcomputer 18, and each group of detection control mechanisms identifies one kind of part; the start button 2 and the indicator 3 are arranged on the top of the control box 19, the start button 2 is used for starting and stopping the detection control mechanism and the corresponding sorting implementation mechanism, the indicator 3 is controlled by the single-chip microcomputer 18, when the identified part is consistent with the comparison in the database, the indicator 3 emits green light, and when the identified part is inconsistent, the indicator 3 emits red light, at the same time, it shows that the corresponding detection control mechanism works normally and reaches the expected sorting ability, which plays a problem warning role; the camera 7 is used for collecting part images and transmitting the collected information to the data acquisition module 12; the display screen 13 is mounted on the upper cover plate 15, the data acquisition module 12 and the single-chip microcomputer 18 are mounted in the identifier 17, the controller 11 is mounted in the control box 19, the data acquisition module 12 collects the part images collected by the camera 7 and sends them to the display screen 13 for display, at the same time, the data acquisition module 12 transmits the image information to the identifier 17 in a format that can be processed by the identifier 17 after converting the image information into the format, the identifier 17 is provided with a machine learning system and can compare the image information with the corresponding part images in the database and judge whether the two are consistent, the judgment result is sent to the single-chip microcomputer 18, the single-chip microcomputer 18 forms a control instruction according to the judgment result and sends it to the controller 11, and the controller 11 controls the adaptive switching mechanism 6, the indicator 3 and the sorting implementation mechanism according to the control instruction to realize the position adjustment of the camera 7, the problem warning prompt and the part sorting, respectively, such as Figure 5 ; the display screen 13 displays the identification information and the sorting situation of the parts, and can be externally connected to a digital display large screen.

[0025] The sorting mechanism includes a working block 8, an actuating rod 9, an electric telescopic device 10 and a conveyor belt 16; the conveyor belt 16 is installed on the operating table 1 and runs continuously during operation to realize the automatic conveying and circulation of the parts to be sorted, and to move the parts to be sorted to the bottom of each identifier 17 for identification and sorting; the working block 8, the actuating rod 9, and the electric telescopic device 10 constitute an actuating mechanism, and a total of multiple groups are provided, which correspond to the control box 19 one by one, wherein the electric telescopic device 10 is fixed in the control box 19, and the actuating rod 9 serves as the output of the electric telescopic device 10 The end of the work block 8 extends toward the conveyor belt 16, the working block 8 is fixed to the end of the actuating rod 9, and the electric retractor 10 is controlled by the controller 11. When its corresponding detection control mechanism identifies the sorted parts, the single-chip microcomputer 18 sends a control instruction to the controller 11 to control the electric retractor 10 to extend the actuating rod 9, and then the working block 8 extends toward the conveyor belt 16, pushing the parts on the conveyor belt 16 to the sorting platform on the opposite side. After the sorting is completed, the actuating rod 9 retracts; the surface of the working block 8 is pasted with protective rubber to prevent the working block 8 from directly contacting the parts and causing damage.

[0026] The process of using the intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection includes the following steps:

[0027] Step 1: Before use, inspect the appearance of the intelligent sorting device and check whether the device labels are complete and the appearance is intact. If they are complete and intact, proceed to the next step.

[0028] Step 2: Press each power button 2 to turn on the intelligent sorting device, check the continuity of the sorting device circuit to ensure that it functions well.

[0029] Step 3: Check the display on the display screen 13 according to the rotation of the conveyor belt 16 to see if the display is clear and intact.

[0030] Step 4: Place the parts to be sorted in sequence at the starting section of the conveyor belt 16. The parts to be sorted are transported along the conveyor belt 16 to the bottom of the first camera 7. The camera 7 fine-tunes its position through the adaptive switching mechanism 6 to ensure clarity.

[0031] Step 5: The camera 7 captures an image, which is processed by the data acquisition module 12 and then transmitted to the identifier 17. The identifier 17 compares it with the preset image in the database and determines whether it is consistent. The judgment result is sent to the single-chip microcomputer 18. If the comparison result is consistent, the single-chip microcomputer 18 sends an instruction to the controller 11. The controller 11 controls its corresponding electric telescopic device 10 to extend the actuator rod 9, thereby driving the working block 8 to move and push the parts to be sorted into the sorting table on the opposite side. At the same time, the controller 11 controls the indicator 3 to emit green light; if the comparison result is inconsistent, the controller 11 controls the indicator 3 to emit red light, and the part continues to be transported to the bottom of the next camera 7 along the conveyor belt 16 until it is consistent with the preset image in a certain detection control mechanism or is transported to the end section of the conveyor belt 16.

[0032] Step 6: After completing all parts sorting work in sequence, press all power buttons 2 to power off the entire device.

[0033] The above description is only part of the embodiments of the present invention and does not limit the implementation and protection scope of the present invention. Improvements and modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention should be within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection, characterized in that: The invention comprises a mechanical mechanism, a detection control mechanism and a sorting implementation mechanism; the mechanical mechanism serves as a supporting structure for the detection control mechanism and the sorting implementation mechanism; the sorting implementation mechanism collects image information of parts through a camera (7), performs feature recognition to classify the parts and generates control instructions, thereby controlling the sorting implementation mechanism to complete the sorting of different parts.

2. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The mechanical mechanism comprises an operating table (1), an adaptive transfer mechanism (6), an upper cover (15) and a control box (19); the upper surface of the operating table (1) is used to install the conveyor belt (16) in the sorting implementation mechanism, one side of the operating table is connected to the sorting table, and the other side is installed with the control box (19), and the two are positioned relative to each other. The top of the control box (19) is installed with an identifier (17) in the detection control mechanism, and the identifier (17) extends above the conveyor belt (16). The identifier (17) is a box body with an open top, and the upper cover (15) is installed at the open position. The lower surface of the identifier (17) is installed with an adaptive transfer mechanism (6), and the bottom of the adaptive transfer mechanism (6) is installed with a camera (7) for fine-tuning the position of the camera (7); The detection control mechanism comprises a power button (2), a camera (7), a controller (11), a data acquisition module (12), an identifier (17) and a single-chip microcomputer (18); the power button (2) is arranged on the top of the control box (19); the camera (7) is used to collect part images and transmit the collected information to the data acquisition module (12); the data acquisition module (12) and the single-chip microcomputer (18) are installed inside the identifier (17), the controller (11) is installed inside the control box (19), and the data acquisition module (12) collects the images collected by the camera (7). The image of the part is converted into an information format that can be processed by the recognizer (17) and then transmitted to the recognizer (17). The recognizer (17) is equipped with a machine learning system, which can compare the image information with the corresponding part image in the database and determine whether the two are consistent. The judgment result is sent to the single-chip microcomputer (18). The single-chip microcomputer (18) forms a control instruction based on the judgment result and sends it to the controller (11). The controller (11) controls the adaptive switching mechanism (6) and the sorting implementation mechanism according to the control instruction to respectively realize the position adjustment of the camera (7) and the part sorting; The sorting implementation mechanism includes an actuating mechanism and a conveyor belt (16); the conveyor belt (16) is installed on the operating table (1) and continuously operates during operation, moving the parts to be sorted to the bottom of each identifier (17) to achieve identification and sorting; the actuating mechanism is installed in the control box (19), and its working end can extend toward the conveyor belt (16). When the detection control mechanism identifies the sorted parts, the single chip microcomputer (18) sends a control instruction to the controller (11), controlling the actuating mechanism to extend, and pushing the parts on the conveyor belt (16) to the opposite sorting table.

3. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 2 is characterized in that: A connector (4) is installed between the identifier (17) and the adaptive switching mechanism (6) for determining the relative position of the adaptive switching mechanism (6) and the identifier (17).

4. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 2, characterized in that: Four sets of electric telescopic cylinders are arranged inside the adaptive switching mechanism (6), and the position of the camera (7) is finely adjusted by controlling the actions of the electric telescopic cylinders through the detection control mechanism.

5. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 2, characterized in that: The detection control mechanism also includes an indicator (3), which is controlled by a single chip computer (18) and emits green light when the identified part is consistent with the one in the database, and emits red light when it is inconsistent.

6. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 2, characterized in that: The detection and control mechanism further comprises a display screen (13), which is mounted on the upper cover plate (15) and is used to display identification information and the sorting status of parts.

7. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 6, characterized in that: The display screen (13) can be connected to an external digital display screen.

8. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 2, characterized in that: The actuating mechanism comprises a working block (8), an actuating rod (9), and an electric telescopic device (10). The electric telescopic device (10) is fixed in a control box (19). The actuating rod (9) serves as the output end of the electric telescopic device (10). The end of the actuating rod (9) is fixed to the working block (8). The electric telescopic device (10) is controlled to extend and retract by a controller (11).

9. The intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to claim 8, characterized in that: The surface of the working block (8) is pasted with a protective rubber to prevent the working block (8) from directly contacting parts and causing damage.

10. An intelligent sorting device for aviation parts before inspection according to any one of claims 2 to 9, characterized in that: The sorting platform, the control box (19), the detection control mechanism and the actuating mechanism are all provided in multiple groups. The sorting platform and the control box (19) are arranged at intervals on both sides of the operating table (1) and correspond to each other one by one. The detection control mechanism and the actuating mechanism are installed in each control box (19) in a one-to-one correspondence. Each group of the detection control mechanism identifies a part. When the corresponding part is identified, the corresponding actuating mechanism is controlled to push the part to the opposite sorting platform.

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