Electronic cigarette packaging box detection equipment and automatic electronic cigarette packaging line

Abstract

The invention discloses electronic cigarette packaging box detection equipment and an electronic cigarette automatic packaging line, and relates to the technical field of electronic cigarette packaging.The electronic cigarette packaging box detection equipment is used for detecting packaging boxes of electronic cigarettes and comprises a conveying module, a jacking assembly, a rotating assembly, a first detection device and a second detection device; the first detection device is arranged above the conveying module, and when the packaging box rotates around the first rotating shaft, the first detection device is used for shooting the packaging box; the second detection device is arranged on one side of the conveying module, and when the packaging box rotates around the second rotating shaft, the second detection device is used for shooting the packaging box. According to the technical scheme, by arranging the jacking assembly and the rotating assembly, the packaging box can be separated from the conveying module after being jacked up by the jacking assembly and can rotate around the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft under driving of the rotating assembly, image collection of all the surfaces of the packaging box is achieved, and therefore the number of cameras is reduced, and the efficiency is improved. The equipment cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electronic cigarette packaging technology, and in particular to an electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device and an automatic electronic cigarette packaging line. Background Technology

[0002] In the automated packaging process of e-cigarette products, the packaging box needs to undergo quality inspection after the lid is closed and before entering the final sealing process. Currently, mainstream automated e-cigarette packaging lines generally use multi-camera vision inspection systems. By placing multiple industrial cameras at different angles, images of each visible surface of the packaging box are captured, enabling a step-by-step inspection of the multi-faceted appearance. However, to cover multiple surfaces of the packaging box, three or more cameras are usually required for the top, bottom, and circumferential sides of the box, resulting in high equipment costs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide an electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device and an automated electronic cigarette packaging line, with the aim of reducing equipment costs.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an electronic cigarette packaging box testing device for testing electronic cigarette packaging boxes. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing device includes: A conveying module, wherein the conveying module is provided with a positioning structure for supporting the packaging box; A lifting assembly, at least partially disposed below the conveying module, is used to lift the packaging box so that the packaging box is disengaged from the positioning structure. A rotating assembly for driving the packaging box to rotate about a first rotating shaft and a second rotating shaft, the extending directions of the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft being intersected; A first detection device is located above the conveying module. When the packaging box rotates around the first rotating shaft, the first detection device is used to photograph the packaging box. The second detection device is located on one side of the conveying module. When the packaging box rotates around the second rotating shaft, the second detection device is used to photograph the packaging box.

[0005] In one embodiment, the conveying module has a first detection position corresponding to the first detection device and a second detection position corresponding to the second detection device in the X-axis direction; the lifting assembly includes a first lifting assembly corresponding to the first detection position and a second lifting assembly corresponding to the second detection position; and the rotating assembly includes two first rotating assemblies and one second rotating assembly. The two first rotating components are respectively located on both sides of the conveying module in the Y-axis direction, corresponding to the first detection position. The two first rotating components can clamp the packaging box located on the first lifting component and drive the packaging box to rotate around the first rotating shaft, which extends along the Y-axis direction. The second rotating component is disposed on the second lifting component. The second rotating component can drive the packaging box to move up and down along the Z-axis direction under the drive of the second lifting component, and can drive the packaging box to rotate around the second rotating shaft, which extends along the Z-axis direction.

[0006] In one embodiment, both the first rotating component and the second rotating component are provided with vacuum nozzles on the side of the packaging box that abuts against it.

[0007] In one embodiment, the first lifting assembly has a vacuum nozzle on one side for supporting the packaging box.

[0008] In one embodiment, the conveying module includes two lines arranged at a distance from each other and a conveyor belt on each line. The lifting component is arranged at the interval between the two lines. The positioning structure includes a plurality of positioning blocks on the conveyor belt, wherein the positioning block on one conveyor belt is arranged opposite to the positioning block on the other conveyor belt. The positioning block is provided with a notch or groove, and the notches or grooves on the positioning block together form a positioning groove for accommodating the packaging box.

[0009] In one embodiment, the conveying module has a feeding end and a discharging end in the X-axis direction, and the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device further includes a first buffer module disposed near the discharging end, the first buffer module being used to buffer packaging boxes that fail the appearance inspection.

[0010] In one embodiment, the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device further includes a weighing module and a plurality of second buffer modules disposed near the feeding end. The weighing module, the first buffer module, and the second buffer modules are located on the same side of the conveying module. The weighing module is used to weigh the packaging box, and the second buffer modules are used to buffer packaging boxes that fail to meet the weighing requirements.

[0011] In one embodiment, the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device further includes a third buffer module, which is located downstream of the weighing module and on the same side of the conveying module as the weighing module. The third buffer module is used to buffer the packaging boxes to be inspected.

[0012] In one embodiment, the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device further includes a fourth buffer module, which is located between the downstream of the weighing module and the upstream of the lifting component, and is located on the side of the conveying module away from the first buffer module. The fourth buffer module is used to buffer the packaging boxes that have been sampled and inspected.

[0013] In one embodiment, the conveying module has a loading end and a unloading end in the X-axis direction. The conveying module has a lid opening position at the unloading end. The electronic cigarette packaging box detection device further includes a lid opening module disposed at the unloading end. The lid opening module includes a first gripper, a third rotating component, and a mounting plate connected to the third rotating component. The mounting plate is provided with a plurality of vacuum suction cups. The first gripper is used to clamp the packaging box located at the lid opening position. The third rotating component can move along the Z-axis direction and can drive the mounting plate to rotate to open the lid of the packaging box.

[0014] In one embodiment, the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device further includes a carrier transport module and a feeding module disposed near the feeding end. The carrier transport module is movable along the X-axis and Z-axis to transport the carrier to a downstream conveyor line. The carrier is provided with a first feeding position for placing the packaging box and a second feeding position for placing a label. The feeding module includes a second gripper for holding the packaging box and a label suction head for absorbing the label inside the packaging box. The feeding module is capable of placing the packaging box located at the opening position to the first feeding position of the carrier on the conveyor line and placing the label to the second feeding position of the carrier on the conveyor line.

[0015] The present invention also proposes an automated packaging line for electronic cigarettes, including the aforementioned electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment.

[0016] The technical solution of this invention, by setting up a lifting component and a rotating component, allows the packaging box to detach from the transport module after being lifted by the lifting component, and to rotate around a first and a second rotating axis under the drive of the rotating component. This allows for image acquisition of all six sides of the packaging box under the capture of the first and second detection devices. This not only eliminates the need to move the detection devices to achieve multi-faceted imaging, but also requires only two detection devices to achieve complete imaging of multiple surfaces of the packaging box, effectively replacing the traditional layout of three or more cameras and reducing the number of cameras. This significantly reduces hardware procurement costs and system integration complexity, simplifies the calibration and synchronization logic of the image processing system, and improves the stability and maintainability of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment provided by the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Top view of the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment; Figure 3 This is a top view of another embodiment of the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment provided by the present invention; Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first lifting assembly, the first rotating assembly, and the first detection device; Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first lifting component in the process; Figure 6 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second lifting assembly, the second rotating assembly, and the second detection device; Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second lifting component; Figure 8 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the conveyor module in the diagram; Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle; Figure 10 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the opening module in the middle; Figure 11 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the vehicle handling module in the diagram; Figure 12 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the material feeding module.

[0019] Explanation of icon numbers: 10. Conveying module; 11a. First lifting assembly; 11b. Second lifting assembly; 12a. First rotating assembly; 12b. Second rotating assembly; 13a. First detection device; 13b. Second detection device; 14a. First buffer module; 14b. Second buffer module; 14c. Third buffer module; 14d. Fourth buffer module; 15. Weighing module; 16. Lid opening module; 17. Carrier handling module; 18. Unloading module. Module; 19. Packaging box; 20. Carrier; 21. Vacuum nozzle; 101. Loading end; 102. Unloading end; 103. Production line; 104. Conveyor belt; 105. Positioning structure; 106. Positioning block; 1061. Notch; 161. First gripper; 162. Third rotating assembly; 163. Mounting plate; 164. Vacuum suction cup; 181. Second gripper; 182. Label suction head; 191. Box body; 192. Box lid.

[0020] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0023] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this invention involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0024] This invention proposes an electronic cigarette packaging box testing device.

[0025] Please see Figures 1 to 6 In one embodiment of the present invention, the electronic cigarette packaging box detection device is used to detect the packaging box 19 of an electronic cigarette. The electronic cigarette packaging box detection device includes a conveying module 10, a lifting component, a rotating component, a first detection device 13a, and a second detection device 13b. The conveying module 10 is provided with a positioning structure 105 for supporting the packaging box 19. The lifting component is at least partially located below the conveying module 10 and is used to lift the packaging box 19 so that the packaging box 19 is disengaged from the positioning structure 105. The rotating component is used to drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around a first rotating axis and a second rotating axis, the extension directions of the first rotating axis and the second rotating axis being intersecting. The first detection device 13a is located above the conveying module 10 and is used to photograph the packaging box 19 when the packaging box 19 rotates around the first rotating axis. The second detection device 13b is located on one side of the conveying module 10 and is used to photograph the packaging box 19 when the packaging box 19 rotates around the second rotating axis.

[0026] Specifically, the testing equipment includes a conveying module 10, a lifting assembly, a rotating assembly, a first testing device 13a, and a second testing device 13b. The conveying module 10 conveys the packaging box 19 to be inspected and has a positioning structure 105 on it for precise positioning and stable support of the packaging box 19, ensuring the stability and positional consistency of the packaging box 19 during testing. The lifting assembly is at least partially located below the conveying module 10 and can move up and down. When the packaging box 19 reaches the testing position, the lifting assembly moves upward to smoothly lift the packaging box 19 from the positioning structure 105, allowing it to detach from the conveying module 10 and enter a freely rotatable state.

[0027] The rotating assembly enables the lifted packaging box 19 to rotate around a first axis and a second axis, with the two axes intersecting in their extending directions, thus giving the packaging box 19 a multi-degree-of-freedom rotational capability. When the packaging box 19 rotates around the first axis (e.g., a horizontal axis), its top, bottom, and some sides face upwards. During this process, the first detection device 13a at the top can continuously or sequentially photograph the top, bottom, and some sides of the packaging box 19. When the packaging box 19 rotates around the second axis (e.g., a vertical axis), its four circumferential sides sequentially turn towards the second detection device 13b at the side, which can then sequentially photograph the four circumferential sides of the packaging box 19.

[0028] Understandably, the packaging box 19 first moves to the detection position with the conveying module 10 and is precisely positioned by the positioning structure 105 on the conveying module 10 to ensure it is in the standard detection position. Then, the lifting component located below the conveying module 10 moves upward, lifting the packaging box 19 as a whole, disengaging it from the positioning structure 105, providing space for subsequent rotation. After being lifted into position, the rotating component begins operation, first causing the packaging box 19 to rotate around the first axis. At this time, the first detection device 13a located above the conveying module 10 takes pictures of the top, bottom, and some sides of the packaging box 19 one by one, completing image acquisition of these surfaces. Next, the rotating component drives the packaging box 19 to rotate around the second axis, which intersects the extension direction of the first axis. During the rotation, the second detection device 13b located on one side of the conveying module 10 sequentially takes pictures of the four circumferential sides of the packaging box 19, achieving full coverage of the side surfaces. Of course, only the remaining two sides not captured by the first detection device 13a can be photographed, thus shortening the shooting time of the second detection device 13b and reducing the memory required by the second detection device 13b. After all side images are acquired, the control system processes and analyzes the images to determine whether there are any defects in the appearance of the packaging box 19. Finally, the lifting component descends, smoothly placing the packaging box 19 back onto the positioning structure 105 of the conveying module 10, restoring its normal posture. Qualified products continue to flow to the next process, while unqualified products are automatically rejected or marked. The entire process achieves automated, high-precision, and low-cost multi-faceted appearance inspection, effectively improving the intelligence level and inspection efficiency of the electronic cigarette packaging line.

[0029] When the packaging box 19 rotates around the first axis, the focal length of the first detection device 13a will be different. The distance between the first detection device 13a and the packaging box 19 can be adjusted by moving the first detection device 13a up and down through the linear module. When the packaging box 19 rotates around the second axis, the focal length of the second detection device 13b will be different. The distance between the second detection device 13b and the packaging box 19 can be adjusted by moving the second detection device 13b back and forth through the transverse module.

[0030] The technical solution of this invention, by setting up a lifting component and a rotating component, allows the packaging box 19 to detach from the transport module after being lifted by the lifting component, and to rotate around the first and second rotating axes under the drive of the rotating component. This allows for image acquisition of all six sides of the packaging box 19 under the capture of the first detection device 13a and the second detection device 13b. This not only eliminates the need to move the detection devices to achieve multi-faceted imaging, but also requires only two detection devices to achieve complete imaging of multiple surfaces of the packaging box 19, effectively replacing the traditional layout of three or more cameras and reducing the number of cameras. This significantly reduces hardware procurement costs and system integration complexity, simplifies the calibration and synchronization logic of the image processing system, and improves the stability and maintainability of the equipment.

[0031] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 The conveying module 10 has a first detection position corresponding to the first detection device 13a and a second detection position corresponding to the second detection device 13b in the X-axis direction. The lifting component includes a first lifting component 11a corresponding to the first detection position and a second lifting component 11b corresponding to the second detection position. The rotating component includes two first rotating components 12a and one second rotating component 12b. The two first rotating components 12a are respectively disposed on both sides of the conveying module 10 in the Y-axis direction corresponding to the first detection position. The two first rotating components 12a can clamp the packaging box 19 located on the first lifting component 11a and drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around the first rotating shaft, which extends along the Y-axis direction. The second rotating component 12b is disposed on the second lifting component 11b. The second rotating component 12b can drive the packaging box 19 to move up and down in the Z-axis direction under the drive of the second lifting component 11b, and can drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around the second rotating shaft, which extends along the Z-axis direction.

[0032] The conveying module 10 has a first detection position and a second detection position in the X-axis direction. The first detection position is located below the first detection device 13a and is used to perform imaging detection of the top, bottom, and circumferential sides of the packaging box 19. The second detection position is located corresponding to the second detection device 13b and is used to complete the imaging detection of the remaining sides of the packaging box 19. The first detection position can be located upstream or downstream of the second detection position. That is, the first detection device 13a can be used to complete the detection of four sides of the packaging box 19 first, and then the second detection device 13b can be used to complete the detection of the remaining two sides of the packaging box 19; conversely, the second detection device 13b can be used to complete the detection of two sides first, and then the first detection device 13a can be used to complete the detection of the remaining four sides. No restrictions are imposed here.

[0033] The testing equipment is equipped with two independent lifting components, namely the first lifting component 11a and the second lifting component 11b. The first lifting component 11a is located below the first detection position and is used to vertically lift the package 19 that has been delivered to the position from the positioning structure 105 of the conveying module 10, so that it is removed from the original support surface, providing space and freedom for the subsequent rotation of the two first rotating components 12a; the second lifting component 11b is located below the second detection position, and has both lifting and lowering functions and integrates the rotation drive capability of the second rotating component 12b, which can drive the package 19 to perform compound movements.

[0034] Two first rotating components 12a are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the conveying module 10 at the first detection position along the Y-axis. After the packaging box 19 is lifted to a preset height by the first lifting component 11a, the two first rotating components 12a move synchronously toward each other to clamp the two sides of the packaging box 19, forming a stable clamping structure. Subsequently, the clamping mechanism drives the packaging box 19 to rotate around a first rotating axis extending along the Y-axis, that is, to achieve rotation around a horizontal lateral axis. During this process, the first detection device 13a located above the conveying module 10 can continuously or stepwise capture images of the top surface, bottom surface, and two sides of the packaging box 19.

[0035] The second rotating component 12b is integrated onto the second lifting component 11b and is located at the second detection position. The second rotating component 12b not only drives the packaging box 19 to rise and fall along the Z-axis under the drive of the second lifting component 11b, adjusting its position in vertical space, but also has the ability to drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around a second rotating axis extending along the Z-axis. When the packaging box 19 is transported to the second detection position and lifted by the second lifting component 11b, the second rotating component 12b can drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around the second rotating axis, with the remaining two sides sequentially turning towards the side where the second detection device 13b is located, facilitating image acquisition by the second detection device 13b to complete image acquisition of the remaining two sides. Only two detection devices are needed to achieve complete imaging of multiple surfaces of the packaging box 19, effectively replacing the traditional layout of three or more cameras, reducing the number of cameras, and thus lowering the cost of the detection equipment.

[0036] In another implementation, please refer to Figure 3The first detection device 13a and the second detection device 13b share the same detection position and have only one lifting component. The two first rotating components 12a are respectively located on both sides of the conveying module 10 in the Y-axis direction, corresponding to the shared detection position. The second rotating component 12b is located on the lifting component. The two first rotating components 12a can clamp the packaging box 19 located on the lifting component and drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around the first rotating shaft. The second rotating component 12b can drive the packaging box 19 to move up and down in the Z-axis direction under the drive of the lifting component, and can drive the packaging box 19 to rotate around the second rotating shaft. The first rotating shaft extends in the Y-axis direction and the second rotating shaft extends in the Z-axis direction.

[0037] The first and second detection positions, originally located separately along the X-axis, are merged into a single shared detection position. Simultaneously, the first detection device 13a and the second detection device 13b are both arranged within this same detection area, achieving a high degree of integration of multi-angle visual inspection functions. Correspondingly, the inspection equipment is equipped with only one lifting component, positioned below this shared detection position, to uniformly execute the lifting action of the packaging box 19, thereby further simplifying the mechanical structure, reducing the number of parts, and lowering equipment manufacturing costs and maintenance difficulty.

[0038] In this embodiment, two first rotating components 12a are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the conveying module 10 in the Y-axis direction, and directly opposite the aforementioned common detection position. When the packaging box 19 is conveyed by the conveying module 10 to the detection position and precisely positioned, the lifting component is activated, vertically lifting the packaging box 19 from the positioning structure 105 along the Z-axis direction. At this time, the two first rotating components 12a on both sides of the Y-axis move towards each other, clamping the packaging box 19. Subsequently, the two first rotating components 12a are driven synchronously, causing the packaging box 19 to rotate around the first rotating axis. During this process, the first detection device 13a located above the conveying module 10 can continuously or stepwise image the top of the packaging box 19 and the various sides (such as the front, back, left side, and right side) that are gradually exposed as the rotation occurs, completing a comprehensive appearance inspection of the upper area of ​​the packaging box 19.

[0039] Meanwhile, the second rotating component 12b is integrated into the same lifting component. The second rotating component 12b not only moves up and down along the Z-axis with the entire lifting component, but also has independent rotational drive capability. After completing the detection in the first rotation axis direction, the system can switch detection modes. That is, the two first rotating components 12a exit the clamping state, and then the second rotating component 12b clamps the packaging box 19. Afterwards, the second rotating component 12b drives the packaging box 19 to rotate around the second rotation axis, causing the front and rear sides, previously clamped by the first rotating components 12a, to sequentially enter the field of view of the second detection device 13b located on one side of the conveying module 10, thereby achieving image acquisition of the six sides of the packaging box 19.

[0040] This shared inspection station design significantly reduces the space occupied by the inspection equipment in the X-axis direction by concentrating multiple inspection actions into a single station, which is beneficial for deployment in production environments with limited space. Moreover, only one lifting component is needed to meet the requirements of two rotation inspection modes, reducing the number of pneumatic / electric actuators and lowering system complexity and energy consumption. In addition, the inspection process can be executed sequentially in the same position, avoiding repeated lifting and positioning of the packaging box 19 between multiple stations, thus shortening the inspection time.

[0041] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 7 Both the first rotating component 12a and the second rotating component 12b are provided with vacuum nozzles 21 on one side of the packaging box 19.

[0042] Vacuum nozzles 21 are provided on the side of the first rotating assembly 12a and the second rotating assembly 12b that are in contact with the packaging box 19. As a flexible adsorption mechanism, the vacuum nozzles 21 can firmly adhere to the outer surface of the packaging box 19 by negative pressure adsorption after the packaging box 19 is lifted to the detection position, thereby improving the clamping stability and positioning accuracy of the packaging box 19 during the detection process and avoiding product damage or imaging deviation caused by uneven mechanical clamping force or slippage.

[0043] At the first detection position, after the packaging box 19 is lifted to a predetermined height by the first lifting component 11a, the two first rotating components 12a located on both sides of the Y-axis of the conveying module 10 move toward each other. The vacuum nozzles 21 integrated at their front ends contact the outer walls on both sides of the packaging box 19 and initiate a vacuuming action to form a stable adsorption. In this state, the first rotating components 12a drive the vacuum nozzles 21 to rotate synchronously through the drive mechanism, thereby driving the packaging box 19 to rotate smoothly around the first rotating axis. Because the vacuum nozzles 21 provide uniform adsorption force, it not only effectively prevents the packaging box 19 from shaking or slipping during rotation, but also avoids surface indentations or scratches that may be caused by traditional rigid grippers, making it particularly suitable for electronic cigarette packaging boxes 19 with exquisite surface printing and thin materials.

[0044] At the second detection position, the second rotating component 12b is integrated onto the second lifting component 11b, and a vacuum nozzle 21 is also provided on the side facing the packaging box 19. After the packaging box 19 is lifted into position along the Z-axis by the second lifting component 11b, the vacuum nozzle 21 contacts and adheres to the bottom surface of the packaging box 19. Subsequently, under the command of the control system, the second rotating component 12b can, on the one hand, adjust its height along the Z-axis along with the second lifting component 11b to adapt to the detection requirements of packaging boxes 19 of different sizes; on the other hand, it can drive the vacuum nozzle 21 to rotate around the second rotating axis, thereby causing the packaging box 19 to rotate around the Z-axis. The vacuum nozzle 21 not only effectively prevents the packaging box 19 from being thrown out during rotation, but also avoids surface indentations or scratches that may be caused by traditional rigid grippers.

[0045] The rotating assembly, employing a vacuum nozzle 21 structure, also boasts excellent versatility and adaptability. By adjusting the suction strength, it can accommodate packaging boxes 19 made of different materials (such as cardboard and laminated materials) and in various sizes, enhancing the equipment's flexible production capabilities. Simultaneously, the vacuum adsorption method offers rapid response, and combined with a precise airflow control system, it enables automated, rapid adsorption and release, meeting the cycle time requirements of high-speed production lines.

[0046] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 5 The first lifting component 11a is used to support the packaging box 19. A vacuum nozzle 21 is provided on one side.

[0047] A vacuum nozzle 21 is also added to one side of the first lifting component 11a that supports the packaging box 19. The first lifting component 11a and the vacuum nozzle 21 on the rotating component work together to form a stable support and transmission mechanism with multi-point adsorption and linkage control, which effectively solves the problems of deviation, shaking or falling off that may occur during the conveying, lifting and rotation of the packaging box 19.

[0048] The first lifting component 11a is positioned below the first detection position of the conveying module 10. Its main function is to vertically lift the packaging box 19 from the positioning structure 105 of the conveying module 10 when the packaging box 19 reaches the first detection position, thus removing it from the original support surface. This creates space for subsequent rotation around the first axis of rotation in the Y-axis direction, which is then held and driven by the two first rotating components 12a. In traditional structures, the lifting action relies solely on mechanical support, which is prone to displacement of the packaging box 19 due to vibration or airflow interference. However, this invention, by setting a vacuum nozzle 21 on the lifting surface or top edge of the first lifting component 11a, can simultaneously initiate negative pressure adsorption during the lifting process, enabling the lifting component to achieve initial fixation upon contact with the bottom or side wall of the packaging box 19.

[0049] Once the packaging box 19 is conveyed to the first detection position and precisely positioned, the first lifting component 11a rises, and its vacuum nozzle 21 contacts the bottom or lower side of the packaging box 19 to form a seal. A negative pressure is then generated, firmly adhering the packaging box 19 to the lifting platform. Reliable gripping of the packaging box 19 is completed during the lifting stage. At this point, even in the dynamic environment of a high-speed production line, the packaging box 19 maintains a stable posture, avoiding displacement due to inertia or external disturbances. Based on this, the two first rotating components 12a located on both sides of the Y-axis move to their predetermined positions, and their built-in vacuum nozzles 21 adsorb and fix the two sides of the packaging box 19, completing the main clamping. Subsequently, the first lifting component 11a releases the adsorption force, releasing the adsorption fixation of the packaging box 19, and the first rotating component 12a completes the fixation of the packaging box 19 through clamping and adsorption.

[0050] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9 The conveying module 10 includes two relatively spaced line bodies 103 and a conveyor belt 104 on each line body 103. The lifting component is provided at the interval between the two line bodies 103. The positioning structure 105 includes a plurality of positioning blocks 106 on the conveyor belt 104. The positioning block 106 on one conveyor belt 104 is relatively positioned opposite to the positioning block 106 on the other conveyor belt 104. The positioning block 106 is provided with a notch 1061. The notch 1061 on the positioning block 106 together form a positioning groove for accommodating the packaging box 19.

[0051] The conveyor module 10 adopts a structure design with two parallel conveyor lines 103. The conveyor module 10 includes two relatively spaced conveyor lines 103, each with an independently driven conveyor belt 104. The two conveyor belts 104 operate synchronously, together forming the conveying channel for the packaging box 19. The gap between the two conveyor lines 103 provides ample space for the operation of subsequent detection actuators (such as lifting components, rotating components, etc.), facilitating the layout and movement of the internal structure of the equipment.

[0052] Multiple positioning blocks 106 are spaced apart along the conveying direction on the surface of each conveyor belt 104. These positioning blocks 106 move synchronously with the conveyor belt 104 to constrain the position and guide the posture of the packaging box 19 during conveying. The positioning blocks 106 on one side of the conveyor belt 104 are arranged opposite to the positioning blocks 106 on the other side of the conveyor belt 104 in the Y-axis direction, and each positioning block 106 has a notch 1061 on its inner end. The notches 1061 on them are aligned with each other in space and together form a positioning groove with a cross-section adapted to the shape of the packaging box 19. The size and shape of the positioning groove match the bottom contour of the electronic cigarette packaging box 19 to be inspected, which can stably clamp the packaging box 19 in it and prevent it from moving back and forth, shifting left and right, or tipping over during conveying. This not only improves the stability of the packaging box 19 under high-speed conveying conditions, but also ensures that the packaging box 19 enters the inspection position with a uniform posture and position. The positioning block 106 can be made of anti-static Teflon. The positioning block 106 can be reused as a carrier, so no additional carrier is needed on the conveying module 10.

[0053] The lifting assembly is positioned at the gap between the two conveyor belts 103, and its movable parts (such as a push rod or a top plate) can extend upward through this gap. When the packaging box 19 moves with the conveyor belt 104 to the detection position and is precisely positioned by the positioning slot, the lifting assembly is activated, moves upward through the gap between the two conveyor belts 104, passes through the gap area, and lifts the packaging box 19 from the positioning slot, freeing it from the support of the conveyor belt 104 and the positioning block 106. This facilitates clamping and multi-degree-of-freedom rotation for the first rotating assembly 12a or the second rotating assembly 12b.

[0054] In one implementation, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The conveying module 10 has a feeding end 101 and a discharging end 102 in the X-axis direction. The electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment also includes a first buffer module 14a set near the discharging end 102. The first buffer module 14a is used to buffer packaging boxes 19 that fail the appearance inspection.

[0055] The conveying module 10 extends along the X-axis, with one end being the loading end 101 for receiving the packaging boxes 19 to be inspected from the previous process; and the other end being the unloading end 102 for outputting the packaging boxes 19 that have completed appearance inspection to the subsequent process. Near the unloading end 102, the inspection equipment is also equipped with a first buffer module 14a for temporarily storing packaging boxes 19 that have been determined by the vision system to be unqualified in appearance inspection.

[0056] After the packaging box 19 passes through the first and second detection positions and completes multi-face image acquisition, the control system will analyze the image data in real time based on the preset quality inspection standards to determine whether there are any appearance problems. For packaging boxes 19 that pass the inspection, the conveying module 10 continues to convey them to the unloading end 102, enters the normal discharge process, and enters the downstream conveyor line; while for abnormal products that are judged to be unqualified or suspected to be unqualified, the control system issues a sorting command, and through the rejection mechanism such as pneumatic push rod, robotic arm, multi-axis robot or switchable guide rail, they are directionally discharged from the main conveying path and sent to the first buffer module 14a located near the unloading end 102.

[0057] The first buffer module 14a is typically designed as a tray-type or track-type structure with multiple buffer stations, capable of orderly accommodating multiple defective products and preventing them from mixing with qualified products, thus ensuring the accuracy of product quality traceability. Simultaneously, the buffer function eliminates the need for operators to monitor the inspection results of each package 19 in real time. Defective products can be centrally processed within a certain period for re-inspection, repair, or scrapping, thereby improving the overall operational continuity of the production line and the efficiency of human-machine collaboration. By setting the first buffer module 14a near the unloading end 102 of the conveyor module 10, effective isolation and centralized management of defective packages 19 are achieved. This not only improves the automation level and quality control capabilities of the electronic cigarette automatic packaging line but also enhances the system's fault tolerance and maintainability.

[0058] In one implementation, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment also includes a weighing module 15 and multiple second buffer modules 14b located near the feeding end 101. The weighing module 15, the first buffer module 14a, and the second buffer module 14b are located on the same side of the conveying module 10. The weighing module 15 is used to weigh the packaging box 19, and the second buffer module 14b is used to buffer packaging boxes 19 that fail to meet the weighing requirements.

[0059] A weighing module 15 is installed near the loading end 101 of the conveying module 10 to measure the overall weight of the packaging box 19 in real time before it enters the visual inspection process. The weighing module 15 typically uses a high-precision weighing sensor or electronic scale device, integrated into the conveyor line or set as an independent station. It can quickly acquire the quality data of the packaging box 19 and transmit the results to the control system for judgment. Through weighing detection, quality problems caused by overfilling or missing parts can be effectively identified, making up for the blind spots of pure visual inspection in terms of internal missing parts, and improving the pass rate of outgoing products. The inspection equipment is also equipped with multiple second buffer modules 14b for temporary storage of packaging boxes 19 that are judged to be unqualified by the weighing module 15. When the weight of the packaging box 19 is detected to exceed the preset upper and lower limits at the weighing station, the control system immediately triggers the sorting mechanism to remove the unqualified product from the main conveying path and send it to the designated second buffer module 14b for temporary storage.

[0060] It is worth mentioning that the weighing module 15, the first buffer module 14a, and multiple second buffer modules 14b are all arranged on the same side of the conveying module 10, realizing the centralized layout of detection and sorting functions in space, which facilitates the unified wiring of air circuits, circuits and control signals, and reduces system complexity. Moreover, all abnormal product handling units are concentrated on one side, which is conducive to operators completing the unified inspection, sampling and processing of products that are unqualified in weighing and appearance in the same working area, improving human-machine interaction efficiency.

[0061] In one implementation, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment also includes a third buffer module 14c, which is located downstream of the weighing module 15 and on the same side of the conveying module 10 as the third buffer module 14c. The third buffer module 14c is used to buffer the packaging boxes 19 to be sampled for inspection.

[0062] The third buffer module 14c is located downstream of the weighing module 15, on the conveying path after the packaging box 19 has completed weighing and before entering the visual inspection station. This ensures that the samples are pre-diverted and temporarily stored in an orderly manner before entering the core inspection area. The third buffer module 14c, along with the weighing module 15 and the second buffer module 14b, is arranged on one side of the conveying module 10, forming a functionally concentrated and compact quality management area, which facilitates the unified coordination of equipment wiring, pneumatic actuators, and manual operations.

[0063] The main function of the third buffer module 14c is to buffer the packaging boxes 19 to be sampled for inspection. These are samples selected by the system according to preset rules (such as timed sampling, fixed-number sampling, first-piece inspection, changeover verification, etc.) but have not yet undergone manual or automatic re-inspection. Although these packaging boxes 19 have completed the initial screening by weighing and are qualified in weight, they still need to be subject to special inspections such as OQA (Outgoing Quality Assurance) or SI (Special / Statistical Inspection) by quality inspectors in subsequent processes. If such sampled items are left directly on the main conveyor line to await processing, it will lead to production line interruption or backlog; while if they are rejected in advance but stored in an disorderly manner, it will easily cause sample confusion, missed inspections, or difficulties in traceability.

[0064] The third buffer module 14c serves as a transfer station for samples to be inspected. The selected sampled packaging boxes 19 are smoothly moved from the main conveyor path and temporarily stored in this area via a sorting mechanism, avoiding disruption to normal production flow. Its location downstream of the weighing module 15 ensures the integrity of the weighing data and provides a time window for subsequent visual inspection intervention, achieving a reasonable process sequence of initial screening, sorting, and final inspection.

[0065] Furthermore, the third buffer module 14c includes two functional sub-units: the OQA sampling buffer module and the SI sampling buffer module. The OQA sampling buffer module is used to store packaging boxes 19 that are about to undergo quality sampling inspection before shipment, supporting standardized sampling management by batch, shift, or customer requirements to ensure that the products leaving the factory meet quality standards; the SI sampling buffer module is used to temporarily store samples that need to perform special inspection tasks, such as new process verification, customer-directed inspection, and anomaly reproduction testing, to meet customized quality control needs.

[0066] The two sub-modules can be set up independently or integrated into the same cache structure, distinguished by physical separation or identification to ensure that different types of sampling tasks do not interfere with each other. The control system can monitor the status of each cache unit in real time, record the cache quantity and dwell time, and support status updates and process closure after manual sampling. The setting of the third cache module 14c realizes the standardized and visual management of the packaging boxes 19 to be sampled, filling the process gap between automatic detection and manual review.

[0067] In one implementation, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment also includes a fourth buffer module 14d. The fourth buffer module is located between the downstream of the weighing module 15 and the upstream of the lifting component, and is located on the side of the conveying module 10 away from the first buffer module 14a. The fourth buffer module 14d is used to buffer the packaging boxes 19 that have been sampled and inspected.

[0068] The fourth buffer module is located between the loading end 101 and the unloading end 102 of the conveying module 10, on the side of the conveying module 10 away from the first buffer module 14a (that is, the other side opposite to the side where the weighing module 15, the first buffer module 14a, and the second buffer module 14b are located), effectively utilizing the space on both sides of the conveying module 10 in the Y-axis direction, realizing the rationalization of functional zoning and the convenience of human-machine operation.

[0069] The primary function of the fourth buffer module 14d is to buffer packaging boxes 19 that have completed the sampling inspection process. In actual production, some packaging boxes 19 need to be marked as sampling objects by the system or operators during the inspection process, for example, for OQA (Outgoing Quality Assurance) verification, process stability verification, or customer sampling. After completing the automated weighing inspection process, these sampling samples do not continue to move downstream, but need to be paused on the production line, waiting for manual intervention for further inspection, recording, or sampling analysis. If they are left directly on the main conveyor line, it will cause production line interruption or blockage; if they are rejected in advance, they may be confused with other non-conforming products, affecting traceability management.

[0070] The fourth buffer module 14d receives the sampled and inspected packaging boxes 19. The packaging boxes 19 on the third buffer module 14c have already undergone weighing but not visual inspection. Therefore, the packaging boxes 19 on the fourth buffer module 14d do not need to undergo weighing again, but visual inspection is required. By positioning the fourth buffer module 14d in the middle area between the downstream of the weighing module 15 and the upstream of the lifting component, visual inspection of the sampled and inspected packaging boxes 19 can be achieved. Simultaneously, since the fourth buffer module 14d is arranged on the side of the conveying module 10 away from the first buffer module 14a, it forms spatial isolation with other buffer areas, effectively preventing the sampled and inspected products from mixing with various non-conforming products, ensuring the independence and traceability of the samples.

[0071] The fourth buffer module 14d can be designed as a multi-station tray-type or track-type structure, supporting the storage of multiple sampled items by batch, time, or test type. Status monitoring and information binding can be achieved through sensors or RFID technology. Quality inspectors can collect samples from the buffer area at designated times for manual re-inspection or laboratory testing, and then feed back the results to the production system, achieving closed-loop quality management.

[0072] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 10The conveying module 10 has a loading end 101 and a unloading end 102 in the X-axis direction. The conveying module 10 has an opening position in the unloading end 102. The electronic cigarette packaging box detection equipment also includes an opening module 16 located in the unloading end 102. The opening module 16 includes a first gripper 161, a third rotating component 162 and a mounting plate 163 connected to the third rotating component 162. The mounting plate 163 is provided with a plurality of vacuum suction cups 164. The first gripper 161 is used to clamp the packaging box 19 located in the opening position. The third rotating component 162 can move in the Z-axis direction and can drive the mounting plate 163 to rotate to open the lid 192 of the packaging box 19.

[0073] The conveying module 10 has a lid opening position at the unloading end 102. When the packaging box 19 is conveyed to the lid opening position by the conveying module 10, an automatic lid opening operation will be performed to remove the label inside the packaging box 19 for subsequent labeling. The electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment also includes a lid opening module 16 located at the unloading end 102. The lid opening module 16 includes a first gripper 161, a third rotating component 162, and a mounting plate 163 connected thereto. The first gripper 161 is located between the two conveyor bodies 103 corresponding to the lid opening position. It can clamp the box body 191 of the packaging box 19 after it reaches the lid opening position, providing stable fixed support and preventing the packaging box 19 from shifting or being damaged due to uneven force during the lid opening process, thus ensuring the accuracy and safety of the operation.

[0074] The third rotating component 162 is mounted on a height-adjustable support structure and can move up and down along the Z-axis to adjust its relative position to the lid 192 of the packaging box 19. The third rotating component 162 is connected to a mounting plate 163, which is equipped with multiple vacuum suction cups 164. The vacuum suction cups 164 can accurately align with the surface area of ​​the lid 192 of the packaging box 19. When the third rotating component 162 descends to the working position, the vacuum suction cups 164 contact the lid 192 and activate negative pressure adsorption, firmly gripping the lid 192. The third rotating component 162 moves upward to separate the box body 191 from the lid 192. Subsequently, the third rotating component 162 drives the mounting plate 163 to rotate around a set axis, causing the lid 192 adsorbed on the vacuum suction cups 164 to rotate synchronously, thereby achieving a smooth opening of the lid 192. The design of the opening module 16 not only enables the label removal operation, but also realizes an integrated quality control process in the automated production line, which includes visual inspection followed by internal verification, thereby further improving the comprehensiveness of inspection and the product qualification rate.

[0075] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 11 and Figure 12The electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment also includes a carrier handling module 17 and a feeding module 18 located near the feeding end 102. The carrier handling module 17 can move along the X-axis and Z-axis to transport the carrier 20 to the downstream conveyor line. The carrier 20 is provided with a first feeding position for placing the packaging box 19 and a second feeding position for placing the label. The feeding module 18 includes a second gripper 181 for holding the packaging box 19 and a label suction head 182 for sucking up the label inside the packaging box 19. The feeding module 18 can place the packaging box 19 located at the open position to the first feeding position of the carrier 20 located on the conveyor line and place the label to the second feeding position of the carrier 20 located on the conveyor line.

[0076] The testing equipment has a carrier transport module 17 located near the unloading end 102. The carrier transport module 17 has the ability to move along the X-axis and Z-axis, and is usually realized by a linear motor, servo module or robotic arm structure. Its function is to grab the empty or recycled carrier 20 from the waiting area or buffer position and accurately transport it to the downstream conveyor line. The carrier 20 is a customized pallet or partitioned container with two functional areas: the first placement position is used to neatly place the packaging boxes 19 that have completed testing, and the second placement position is used to store the labels taken out from the packaging boxes 19, which facilitates the labeling operation of the packaging boxes 19 in the downstream process.

[0077] The testing equipment also includes a feeding module 18, which is integrated downstream of the opening position and includes a second gripper 181 and a label suction head 182. When the packaging box 19 is opened by the opening module 16 and positioned at the opening position, the feeding module 18 initiates the operation. The label suction head 182 (usually a small vacuum suction cup 164 or a nozzle array) extends into the opened box body 191 and applies negative pressure to suction the label, removing it from the packaging box 19. After the first gripper 161 closes the box 192 again, the second gripper 181 holds the packaging box 19, maintaining its stable posture. Subsequently, under the control system command, the feeding module 18 performs a step-by-step feeding action. First, the second gripper 181 smoothly transfers the packaging box 19 and places it at the first unloading position of the carrier 20 located on the downstream conveyor line. Then, the label suction head 182 transfers the suctioned label and accurately places it at the second unloading position of the same carrier 20. This process ensures that the spatial correspondence between the packaging box 19 and the label is maintained, supporting traceable management of one box, one label.

[0078] The following is the workflow of the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment of the present invention: Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2Packaging box 19 is fed into the testing equipment from the previous process. It first enters the weighing module 15 for weight detection to determine if there are internal defects such as overfilling or missing parts. If the weight is unqualified (NG), the system controls the sorting mechanism to remove the packaging box 19 to the second buffer module 14b on the same side, achieving early defect isolation. If the weight is qualified, it continues to be conveyed downstream. Downstream of the weighing module 15, the system determines whether to conduct random inspection of the current packaging box 19 according to preset rules (such as timed, fixed-quantity, first-piece inspection, etc.). If random inspection is required, it is diverted to the third buffer module 14c by the sorting mechanism. The third buffer module 14c includes an OQA sampling buffer module for temporarily storing outgoing quality assurance sampling samples and an SI sampling buffer module for temporarily storing special or statistical inspection samples. These packaging boxes 19 await manual sampling and re-inspection in the third buffer module 14c, without affecting the main line operation. For manually reviewed samples that have completed OQA or SI sampling inspections, if they need to be returned to the process or centrally processed, they can be sent to the fourth buffer module 14d located on the other side of the conveying module 10 and re-enter the conveying module 10 for subsequent appearance inspection.

[0079] The packaging boxes 19, which are weighed and do not require immediate sampling, continue to be conveyed to the inspection position. The conveying module 10 adopts a double-line body 103 structure. The positioning blocks 106 on the two side conveyor belts 104 form positioning grooves through the relatively set notches 1061, so as to achieve precise positioning and stable conveying of the packaging boxes 19. After the packaging boxes 19 reach the inspection position, the lifting component rises from the gap between the two lines 103, pushing the packaging boxes 19 away from the positioning structure 105, providing space for rotation inspection.

[0080] The first detection device 13a and the second detection device 13b work together to achieve multi-faceted imaging through a rotating assembly. The first rotating assembly 12a clamps the front and rear sides of the packaging box 19 and drives it to rotate around a first axis, so that the first detection device 13a above can capture the top, bottom, left and right sides of the packaging box 19; the second rotating assembly 12b drives the packaging box 19 to rotate around a second axis, so that the second detection device 13b on the side can capture the front and rear sides that were not captured by the first detection device 13a.

[0081] Packaging boxes 19 that fail the appearance inspection are conveyed to the vicinity of the unloading end 102 and rejected by the sorting mechanism into the first buffer module 14a, achieving physical isolation from qualified products for subsequent processing. Packaging boxes 19 that pass the appearance inspection continue to be conveyed to the opening position of the unloading end 102. The opening module 16 is activated, the first gripper 161 clamps the box body 191 of the packaging box 19; the third rotating component 162 drives the mounting plate 163 to descend, and the vacuum suction cup 164 on it adsorbs the box cover 192; the third rotating component 162 drives the mounting plate 163 to rise, so that the box cover 192 separates from the box body 191; the third rotating component 162 drives the mounting plate 163 to rotate, smoothly opening the box cover 192.

[0082] The label suction head 182 extends into the box to pick up the label. After the first gripper 161 closes the box lid 192, the second gripper 181 picks up the packaging box 19. Simultaneously, the carrier transport module 17 moves the empty carrier 20 from the waiting area along the X and Z axes and transports it to the downstream conveyor line. The second gripper 181 places the packaging box 19 at the first feeding position of the carrier 20, and the label suction head 182 places the label at the second feeding position of the carrier 20, realizing the partitioned storage and one-to-one correspondence between products and labels, which facilitates the downstream process to perform one-to-one labeling operations on the packaging boxes 19.

[0083] The present invention also proposes an automatic packaging line for electronic cigarettes, which includes an electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device. The specific structure of the electronic cigarette packaging box inspection device is as described in the above embodiments. Since the automatic packaging line for electronic cigarettes adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0084] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present invention and the contents of the specification and drawings of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An electronic cigarette packaging box testing device, used for testing electronic cigarette packaging boxes, characterized in that, The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment includes: A conveying module, wherein the conveying module is provided with a positioning structure for supporting the packaging box; A lifting assembly, at least partially disposed below the conveying module, is used to lift the packaging box so that the packaging box is disengaged from the positioning structure. A rotating assembly for driving the packaging box to rotate about a first rotating shaft and a second rotating shaft, the extending directions of the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft being intersected; A first detection device is located above the conveying module. When the packaging box rotates around the first rotating shaft, the first detection device is used to photograph the packaging box. The second detection device is located on one side of the conveying module. When the packaging box rotates around the second rotating shaft, the second detection device is used to photograph the packaging box.

2. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying module has a first detection position corresponding to the first detection device and a second detection position corresponding to the second detection device in the X-axis direction. The lifting component includes a first lifting component set corresponding to the first detection position and a second lifting component set corresponding to the second detection position. The rotating component includes two first rotating components and one second rotating component. The two first rotating components are respectively located on both sides of the conveying module in the Y-axis direction, corresponding to the first detection position. The two first rotating components can clamp the packaging box located on the first lifting component and drive the packaging box to rotate around the first rotating shaft, which extends along the Y-axis direction. The second rotating component is disposed on the second lifting component. The second rotating component can drive the packaging box to move up and down along the Z-axis direction under the drive of the second lifting component, and can drive the packaging box to rotate around the second rotating shaft, which extends along the Z-axis direction.

3. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Both the first rotating component and the second rotating component are equipped with vacuum nozzles on one side of the packaging box used to abut against it; And / or, the first lifting assembly is used to support a vacuum nozzle on one side of the packaging box.

4. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying module includes two relatively spaced lines and a conveyor belt on each of the lines. The lifting component is provided at the interval between the two lines. The positioning structure includes a plurality of positioning blocks on the conveyor belt, wherein the positioning block on one conveyor belt is positioned opposite to the positioning block on the other conveyor belt. The positioning block is provided with a notch or groove, and the notches or grooves on the positioning block together form a positioning groove for accommodating the packaging box.

5. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying module has a feeding end and a discharging end in the X-axis direction. The electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment also includes a first buffer module located near the discharging end. The first buffer module is used to buffer packaging boxes that fail the appearance inspection.

6. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment also includes a weighing module and multiple second buffer modules located near the feeding end. The weighing module, the first buffer module, and the second buffer modules are located on the same side of the conveying module. The weighing module is used to weigh the packaging box, and the second buffer modules are used to buffer packaging boxes that fail to meet the weighing requirements.

7. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment also includes a third buffer module, which is located downstream of the weighing module and on the same side of the conveying module. The third buffer module is used to buffer the packaging boxes to be inspected. And / or, the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment further includes a fourth buffer module, which is located between the downstream of the weighing module and the upstream of the lifting component, and is located on the side of the conveying module away from the first buffer module. The fourth buffer module is used to buffer the packaging boxes that have been sampled and inspected.

8. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying module has a loading end and a unloading end in the X-axis direction. The conveying module has an opening position at the unloading end. The electronic cigarette packaging box detection equipment also includes an opening module located at the unloading end. The opening module includes a first gripper, a third rotating component, and a mounting plate connected to the third rotating component. The mounting plate is provided with multiple vacuum suction cups. The first gripper is used to clamp the packaging box located at the opening position. The third rotating component can move along the Z-axis direction and can drive the mounting plate to rotate to open the lid of the packaging box.

9. The electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The electronic cigarette packaging box inspection equipment also includes a carrier handling module and a feeding module located near the feeding end. The carrier handling module can move along the X-axis and Z-axis to transport the carrier to the downstream conveyor line. The carrier is provided with a first feeding position for placing the packaging box and a second feeding position for placing the label. The feeding module includes a second gripper for holding the packaging box and a label suction head for picking up the label inside the packaging box. The feeding module can place the packaging box located at the opening position to the first feeding position of the carrier located on the conveyor line and place the label to the second feeding position of the carrier located on the conveyor line.

10. An automatic packaging line for electronic cigarettes, characterized in that, Includes the electronic cigarette packaging box testing equipment as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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