Notebook computer clamping and positioning mechanism

Abstract

The invention relates to a notebook computer clamping and positioning mechanism which comprises a base, a carrying table, a movable clamping unit and a fixed positioning unit, the carrying table is fixedly installed on the base, the fixed positioning unit is installed on the carrying table, the movable clamping unit is movably installed on the carrying table, a suction cup is arranged on the carrying table, and the movable clamping unit is movably installed on the carrying table. When the computer upper cover is placed on the carrying table, the movable clamping unit can drive the computer upper cover to operate, the computer upper cover abuts against the fixed positioning unit, and the suction cup is used for adsorbing and fixing the computer upper cover. According to the positioning mechanism, the product is quickly positioned and fixed through the movable clamping unit, the fixed positioning unit and the suction cup, the stability of the product is good, the product is very convenient to fix and disassemble, and therefore the working efficiency of the product is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to automated assembly technology, specifically to a laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] During the production of laptops, the laptop lid needs to be fixed in a specific position for assembly, pressure holding, and gluing. Currently, laptop lids are first fixed to a carrier and then manually moved to the machine for positioning and other subsequent operations. However, the carriers are large, occupying a lot of space within the equipment, and different products have significantly different carriers, requiring additional switching actions when changing products, resulting in low work efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To overcome the above-mentioned defects, this application provides a laptop clamping and positioning mechanism. This positioning mechanism uses a movable clamping unit, a fixed positioning unit, and a suction cup to quickly position and fix the product. The product has good stability, and the fixing and disassembly operations are very convenient, thereby improving the product's working efficiency.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] A laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism includes a base, a platform, a movable clamping unit, and a fixed positioning unit. The platform is fixedly mounted on the base, the fixed positioning unit is mounted on the platform, and the movable clamping unit is movably mounted on the platform. The platform is provided with a suction cup. When the laptop cover is placed on the platform, the movable clamping unit can drive the laptop cover to move, causing the laptop cover to abut against the fixed positioning unit. The suction cup is used to magnetically attach and fix the laptop cover.

[0006] Optionally, the movable clamping unit includes a clamping block and a clamping block drive cylinder, wherein the clamping block drive cylinder can drive the clamping block to move horizontally along the platform.

[0007] Optionally, the clamping block is provided with two clamping posts. When the clamping posts are clamped to the computer cover, the two clamping posts are respectively clamped to two adjacent side walls of the computer cover.

[0008] Optionally, the clamping column is vertically mounted on the clamping block, and the two clamping columns are arranged in parallel with a gap between them, so that one corner of the computer cover can be inserted into the gap.

[0009] Optionally, the fixed positioning unit includes a first positioning block and a second positioning block, wherein the first positioning block is fixedly installed on the platform, and the second positioning block is movably installed on the platform inside the first positioning block.

[0010] Optionally, a slide groove is provided on the platform, and the second positioning block is movably installed in the slide groove. The second positioning block is connected to a switching cylinder, which can drive the second positioning block to move up and down in the slide groove. The switching cylinder is fixedly installed on the base.

[0011] Optionally, a groove is formed on the platform, and a photoelectric sensor assembly is fixedly installed in the groove. The photoelectric sensor assembly includes a first photoelectric sensor and a second photoelectric sensor, with the first photoelectric sensor located outside the second photoelectric sensor.

[0012] Optionally, the platform is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the base by positioning pins. The platform is also fixedly provided with alignment pins and a height limit sensor. The alignment pins are used for positioning and pressure holding mechanism. The platform is an anti-static wooden platform.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this application are: This positioning mechanism quickly positions and fixes products through a movable clamping unit, a fixed positioning unit, and a suction cup. The product has good stability after fixing, and both fixing and disassembling are very convenient. The movable clamping unit and fixed positioning unit can adapt to the fixing needs of products of different sizes, thus having a wide range of applications. Furthermore, this positioning mechanism is directly installed on the processing machine, eliminating the need to first fix the product in the carrier and then fix the carrier to the processing machine, making operation very convenient, occupying little machine space, and improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the positioning mechanism in this application;

[0015] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0016] Figure 3 This is the second structural schematic diagram of the positioning mechanism in this application;

[0017] Figure 4 This is the third structural schematic diagram of the positioning mechanism in this application;

[0018] In the diagram: 10-base, 11-positioning post, 20-platform, 21-groove, 22-photoelectric sensor assembly, 23-alignment pin, 24-suction cup, 25-slide groove, 26-height limit sensor, 30-movable clamping unit, 31-clamping block, 32-clamping post, 40-fixed positioning unit, 41-first positioning block, 42-second positioning block, 43-switching cylinder. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the embodiments described in this application are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such uses of the terms can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0021] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0022] Example: Figure 1-4As shown, a laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism includes a base 10, a platform 20, a movable clamping unit 30, and a fixed positioning unit 40. The platform 20 is fixedly installed on the base 10, the fixed positioning unit 40 is installed on the platform 20, and the movable clamping unit 30 is movably installed on the platform 20. The platform 20 is equipped with a suction cup 24. When the laptop cover is placed on the platform 20, the movable clamping unit 30 drives the laptop cover to move, causing the laptop cover to abut against the fixed positioning unit 40. The suction cup 24 is used to adhere and fix the laptop cover. The laptop cover is a laptop computer cover, and the suction cup 24 is connected to a vacuum device. This positioning mechanism is directly mounted on a processing machine, which is used for assembling, pressure holding, and dispensing adhesive onto the product, i.e., the laptop cover. In use, place the computer cover on the stage 20, with the computer cover located inside the movable clamping unit 30 and the fixed positioning unit 40. Then, the movable clamping unit 30 operates, driving the computer cover to move so that the side wall of the computer cover abuts against the fixed positioning unit 40. Then, the suction cup 24, under the action of the vacuum device, sucks the bottom surface of the computer cover, thereby completing the positioning and fixing of the computer cover. Then, the processing machine performs assembly, pressure holding, glue dispensing and other processing on the computer cover. After processing is completed, the suction cup 24 releases the computer cover, and the movable clamping unit 30 moves away from the computer cover to release the computer cover. Finally, the computer cover can be removed.

[0023] This positioning mechanism uses a movable clamping unit, a fixed positioning unit, and a suction cup to quickly position and secure products. Once secured, the product offers excellent stability, and both fixing and disassembling are very convenient. The movable clamping unit and fixed positioning unit can accommodate products of different sizes, making it widely applicable. Furthermore, this positioning mechanism is directly mounted on the processing machine, eliminating the need to first secure the product to the carrier and then the carrier to the machine, greatly simplifying operation and improving work efficiency.

[0024] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the movable clamping unit 30 includes a clamping block 31 and a clamping block drive cylinder. The clamping block drive cylinder can drive the clamping block 31 to move horizontally along the platform 20. Under the drive of the clamping block drive cylinder, the clamping block 31 can clamp or release the computer cover.

[0025] like Figure 2 As shown, the clamping block 31 is provided with two clamping posts 32. When the clamping posts 32 are clamped to the computer cover, the two clamping posts 32 are respectively clamped to two adjacent side walls of the computer cover. The computer cover has four side walls and four corner ends. The two clamping posts 32 respectively clamp two adjacent side walls of the computer cover, and the intersection of the two adjacent side walls forms a corner end.

[0026] The clamping pin 32 is vertically mounted on the clamping block 31, and the two clamping pins 32 are arranged in parallel with a gap between them, allowing one corner of the computer cover to be inserted into the gap. Figure 1 As shown, the movable clamping unit 30 is installed at one corner of the platform 20. The clamping block 31 is slidably installed on the lower surface of the platform 20. The clamping column 32 is fixedly installed on the clamping block 31 and extends upward out of the platform 20 to clamp the product, i.e., the computer cover, on the platform 20. When the computer cover is placed on the platform 20, the clamping block drive cylinder drives the clamping block 31 to move towards the computer cover. The two clamping columns 32 abut against two adjacent side walls of the computer cover. Then, the clamping block drive cylinder continues to drive the clamping block 31 forward. Driven by the two clamping columns 32, the other two side walls of the computer cover are pressed against the fixed positioning unit 40, thereby completing the positioning of the computer cover. During operation, the clamping block 31 moves along the diagonal direction of the computer cover, and the two clamping columns 32 abut against two adjacent side walls of the computer cover. In this way, only one movable clamping unit 30 is needed to complete the positioning of the product, which is simple in structure and convenient in operation.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the fixed positioning unit 40 includes a first positioning block 41 and a second positioning block 42. The first positioning block 41 is fixedly installed on the platform 20, and the second positioning block 42 is movably installed on the platform 20 inside the first positioning block 41. The first positioning block 41 is used to position large-sized products, and the second positioning block 42 is used to position small-sized products. When it is necessary to position a large-sized product, the second positioning block 42 moves downward and is hidden inside the platform 20. When it is necessary to position a small-sized product, the second positioning block moves upward and extends out of the platform 20, thereby facilitating the switching and positioning of products of different sizes.

[0028] like Figure 1 As shown, a slide groove 25 is formed on the platform 20. The second positioning block 42 is movably installed vertically within the slide groove 25. The second positioning block 42 is connected to a switching cylinder 43, which drives the second positioning block 42 to move up and down within the slide groove 25. The switching cylinder 43 is fixedly installed on the base 10. The slide groove 25 is formed along the vertical direction of the platform 20 and is a through groove. The switching cylinder 43 is used to drive the movement of the second positioning block 42, so that the second positioning block 42 is in a working state or a hidden state. In one possible embodiment, as... Figure 1As shown, the platform 20 has a square structure with four corners. The movable clamping unit 30 is installed at one corner, and the other three corners are equipped with first positioning blocks 41. Two first positioning blocks 41 are provided on one side of the platform 20, and a second positioning block 42 is provided inside each of the two first positioning blocks 41. When it is necessary to fix a large product, the second positioning block 42 moves downward and is hidden inside the platform 20, at which time the first positioning block 41 is used to position the product. When it is necessary to fix a small product, the second positioning block 42 moves upward and protrudes from the platform 20, and the first positioning block 41 is blocked on the outside by the second positioning block 42, at which time the second positioning block 42 is used to position the product.

[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, a groove 21 is formed on the platform 20, and a photoelectric sensor assembly 22 is fixedly installed in the groove 21. The photoelectric sensor assembly 22 includes a first photoelectric sensor and a second photoelectric sensor, with the first photoelectric sensor located outside the second photoelectric sensor. When the product only covers the second photoelectric sensor, the product can be determined to be a small-sized product. When the product completely covers both the first and second photoelectric sensors, the product can be determined to be a large-sized product. Therefore, the size of the product can be quickly determined using the first and second photoelectric sensors. When the product is determined to be a small-sized product, the switching cylinder 43 automatically controls the second positioning block 42 to rise, thereby realizing rapid switching between different products without manual operation, improving production efficiency, reducing production costs, and breaking through the product size limitations imposed by traditional carrier loading.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, the platform 20 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the base 10 via positioning posts 11. Alignment pins 23 and height limit sensors 26 are also fixedly installed on the platform 20. The alignment pins 23 are used to position the pressure-holding mechanism. The platform 20 is an anti-static wooden platform. The platform 20 is fixedly installed above the base 10 via four positioning posts 11. The platform 20 is arranged parallel to the base 10. The height limit sensor 26 is used to limit the height of the loaded product to meet the requirements of the processing machine. Alignment pins 23 are provided on one side of the platform 20, and the alignment pins 23 are located between two first positioning blocks 41. The alignment pins 23 are used to position the external pressure-holding mechanism, improving the efficiency and accuracy of alignment.

[0031] The operation method of this application includes the following steps:

[0032] Step 1: Place the laptop cover on the stage 20. The clamping block in the movable clamping unit 30 drives the cylinder to run, so that the clamping column 32 initially clamps the two side walls of the laptop cover.

[0033] Step 2: The clamping block drive cylinder continues to push the computer cover toward the fixed positioning unit 40 until the side wall of the computer cover abuts against the fixed positioning unit 40, and the positioning is completed;

[0034] Step 3: The vacuum device controls the suction cup 24 to hold the lower surface of the computer cover, thus fixing the product. Then, other functional modules are used to process the computer cover, such as assembly, pressure holding, and glue dispensing.

[0035] Step 4: After the operation is completed, the suction cup 24 releases the computer cover, and the movable clamping unit 30 moves away from the computer cover to release the computer cover and remove the product.

[0036] Step 5: When it is necessary to switch between products of different sizes, the second positioning block 42 can be raised or lowered by using the switching cylinder 43. Therefore, the positioning mechanism is very convenient for switching between products of different sizes.

[0037] It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this patent application shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism, characterized in that: The computer includes a base (10), a platform (20), a movable clamping unit (30), and a fixed positioning unit (40). The platform (20) is fixedly installed on the base (10), the fixed positioning unit (40) is installed on the platform (20), and the movable clamping unit (30) is movably installed on the platform (20). The platform (20) is provided with a suction cup (24). When the computer cover is placed on the platform (20), the movable clamping unit (30) can drive the computer cover to move, so that the computer cover abuts against the fixed positioning unit (40). The suction cup (24) is used to adsorb and fix the computer cover.

2. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable clamping unit (30) includes a clamping block (31) and a clamping block driving cylinder, which can drive the clamping block (31) to move horizontally along the platform (20).

3. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The clamping block (31) is provided with two clamping posts (32). When the clamping posts (32) are clamped to the computer cover, the two clamping posts (32) are respectively clamped to two adjacent side walls of the computer cover.

4. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The clamping column (32) is vertically installed on the clamping block (31), and the two clamping columns (32) are arranged in parallel with a gap between them. One corner of the computer cover can be inserted into the gap.

5. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed positioning unit (40) includes a first positioning block (41) and a second positioning block (42). The first positioning block (41) is fixedly installed on the platform (20), and the second positioning block (42) is movably installed on the platform (20) inside the first positioning block (41).

6. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: A slide groove (25) is provided on the platform (20). The second positioning block (42) is movably installed in the slide groove (25). The second positioning block (42) is connected to the switching cylinder (43). The switching cylinder (43) can drive the second positioning block (42) to move up and down in the slide groove (25). The switching cylinder (43) is fixedly installed on the base (10).

7. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A groove (21) is provided on the platform (20), and a photoelectric sensor assembly (22) is fixedly installed in the groove (21). The photoelectric sensor assembly (22) includes a first photoelectric sensor and a second photoelectric sensor, with the first photoelectric sensor located outside the second photoelectric sensor.

8. The laptop computer clamping and positioning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The platform (20) is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the base (10) by the positioning column (11). The platform (20) is also fixedly provided with the alignment pin (23) and the height limit sensor (26). The alignment pin (23) is used to position the pressure holding mechanism. The platform (20) is an anti-static wooden platform.

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