Automatic stereoscopic warehouse for electric power environmental protection equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of automatic stereoscopic warehouses, in particular to an automatic stereoscopic warehouse for electric power environmental protection equipment, which comprises a vertical goods shelf body, a plurality of fixed support beams are arranged in the vertical goods shelf body, and lateral extension grooves are formed in two sides of each fixed support beam in a staggered manner; electric control type lateral extension plates are assembled on the two sides of the fixed supporting cross beam in a sliding mode, and capstan type hoisting mechanisms are installed at the lower ends of the electric control type lateral extension plates. According to the automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the electric power environmental protection equipment, by adopting the variable supporting area design, the warehouse can freely extend to the two sides according to actual needs, the supporting area is increased, and the intelligent level is improved; the electric control type lateral extension plates on the two sides of the fixed supporting cross beam extend outwards and can be matched with a winch type hoisting mechanism at the bottom to conduct hoisting operation, lifting operation can be conveniently conducted on the electric power environment-friendly equipment, and the feeding and discharging efficiency of the equipment is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS), and in particular to an automated AS / RS for power environmental protection equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS), as a "revolutionary facility" in the modern warehousing industry, have transcended their function as mere "storage tools." From space utilization and efficiency improvement to cost optimization and industry collaboration, they have comprehensively reshaped the operational logic of the warehousing industry, becoming a core support for the digital transformation of enterprise supply chains. This is specifically reflected in the following six aspects: 1. Breaking the "Land Dilemma": Activating Land Value through "Vertical Space" and Alleviating the Shortage of Warehouse Land. With land costs soaring, the traditional horizontal storage model of traditional planar warehouses is no longer sustainable. Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS), through a combination of high-rise racking (typically over 10 meters, reaching up to 40 meters) and intelligent stacker cranes, have achieved a leap from planar storage to three-dimensional storage. Data shows that their storage density can be 2-5 times that of traditional planar warehouses. One manufacturing company, after implementing this system, saw a significant reduction in floor space while substantially increasing its storage capacity. Furthermore, the racking layout eliminates the need for wide aisles, requiring only equipment operation, further reducing the proportion of non-storage space. This ensures that "every inch of land is efficiently used for goods storage," directly reducing the fixed asset investment required for land leasing or new warehouse construction, and providing a crucial solution for land-constrained scenarios such as urban core areas and industrial parks.

[0003] 2. Innovative Work Mode: Full-process automation breaks through the "manual bottleneck," resulting in an exponential increase in efficiency. Traditional warehousing relies on manual handling and sorting, which suffers from drawbacks such as low efficiency, fatigue, and high error. In contrast, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) achieve fully automated, uninterrupted, and high-precision operation throughout the entire process from receiving, shelving, inventory counting to outbound shipments through the collaboration of stacker cranes, conveyor systems (conveyor / AGV / AMR), and intelligent scheduling. Breakthrough in speed: The high-speed stacker crane can operate at a speed of up to 5m / s, with a positioning accuracy of ±1-2mm. A single storage and retrieval operation takes only a few minutes, far exceeding the efficiency of manual forklifts. After being introduced by an e-commerce company, the daily order volume of a single warehouse soared from 50,000 to 250,000 orders, achieving "same-day order, next-day delivery" during major promotional periods. Breakthrough in time: The equipment can operate 24 / 7 without interruption, eliminating the need for manual shifts and completely eliminating the inefficient "people waiting for goods" model, transforming it into precise "goods to people" delivery; Zero error: By giving goods an "independent identity" through barcode, RFID or visual recognition technology, inventory counting does not require manual intervention. AI algorithms can quickly complete accurate inventory counting of the entire warehouse, reducing the error rate to below 0.1%. A pharmaceutical company used this to solve the problem of "discrepancies between manual inventory records and actual inventory leading to shortages of emergency medicines".

[0004] 3. Optimize cost structure: shift from "high reliance on manpower" to "light operation" to reduce long-term burden. Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) significantly optimize enterprise cost structures through "technology replacing manual labor" and "precise management reducing losses." Significantly reduced labor costs: Only a small number of technicians are needed to be responsible for equipment maintenance and system monitoring, which can reduce labor costs by 50%-70%. According to calculations by an auto parts company, this can also reduce losses from goods damage caused by human error each year. Reduced capital occupation: The WMS system monitors inventory dynamics in real time, avoiding "out of stock or supply disruptions" or "stagnant inventory backlog". After a pharmaceutical company adopted the system, stagnant inventory was significantly reduced and capital turnover rate was greatly improved. Energy consumption optimization: The new generation system integrates green and energy-saving technologies (such as energy-saving motors and intelligent lighting). Some cold chain automated warehouses can also reduce temperature fluctuations inside the warehouse by reducing personnel entry and exit, further reducing energy consumption and cargo loss (the loss rate of cold chain cargo is significantly reduced).

[0005] 4. Upgrade management precision: From "fuzzy statistics" to "end-to-end controllability" to ensure supply chain compliance. Traditional warehousing relies on manual bookkeeping, which can easily lead to unclear inventory records. In contrast, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) achieve refined management through information systems and sensor technology. Real-time visibility: The WMS system tracks the "inbound time, storage location, quantity, and shelf life" of every item in real time. This information is readily available upon opening the system, providing reliable data support for purchasing, production, and sales decisions. Compliance and Adaptation: In the pharmaceutical industry, the system can monitor temperature and humidity in real time (vaccine storage error ≤ ±0.5℃) and record the entire chain information of drug "production-warehousing-out-distribution" through RFID, meeting GSP certification requirements; in the food cold chain field, it can strictly implement the "first-in, first-out" principle to avoid expiration and loss; Risk warning: Real-time monitoring of equipment status and cargo safety via position and weight sensors; automatic warnings for abnormal situations (such as cargo shifting or equipment malfunction) to reduce safety accidents and economic losses.

[0006] 5. Supports industrial collaboration: Highly adaptable across industries, serving as a "universal solution" for the supply chain. Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS), with their modular design and customizable functions, can adapt to the specific needs of different industries, promoting deep collaboration between warehousing, production, and sales. Manufacturing: By connecting with the production line through the MES system, raw materials are automatically delivered to the production line, realizing the integration of "production-warehousing-distribution". After the introduction of this system, a machinery manufacturing company has shortened the raw material turnover time and significantly reduced the production line downtime due to material shortages. E-commerce industry: To cope with the demand of "drastic order fluctuations and multiple varieties in small batches", "stacking cranes + sorting robots" are used to quickly process fragmented orders and ensure fulfillment during major promotional events; Pharmaceuticals / Cold Chain: Equipped with a temperature and humidity control system and aseptic design, it is suitable for the special storage needs of pharmaceuticals and fresh produce, reducing the impact of the environment on the quality of goods; Heavy industry: Utilizing heavy-duty stacker cranes and high-strength racks, it is suitable for the storage and handling of heavy and bulky components (such as automobile chassis and mechanical parts).

[0007] 6. Promote technological integration: Lead the digital transformation of the warehousing industry and adapt to future trends Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) are important applications of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and big data in the warehousing field, and their continuous technological iteration drives industry upgrades. Intelligent decision-making: AI algorithms optimize the allocation of storage locations and access routes, predict demand based on historical order data, and adjust inventory layout in advance; Internet of Things (IoT): Devices, goods, and systems are interconnected in real time through the Internet of Things, enabling "remote monitoring and unmanned operation and maintenance"; Green Transformation: The new system adopts photovoltaic power supply and energy-saving equipment, which is in line with the "dual carbon" goal and promotes the transformation of the warehousing industry from "high energy consumption" to "low energy consumption", becoming a "benchmark scenario" for enterprise digital transformation.

[0008] Despite the significant advantages of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS), they are limited by factors such as scenario adaptability. They cannot automatically adjust storage space according to the size of different stored goods, nor can they assist in automatic loading and unloading. Their level of automation and functionality are very limited. Summary of the Invention

[0009] The technical problem this invention aims to solve is that current automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) cannot automatically adjust storage space according to the size of different stored goods, nor can they assist in automatic loading and unloading, resulting in very limited automation and functionality.

[0010] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve its technical problem is: an automated three-dimensional warehouse for power environmental protection equipment, including a vertical rack body, a plurality of fixed support beams are provided inside the vertical rack body, lateral extension grooves are staggered on both sides of the fixed support beams, electrically controlled lateral extension plates are slidably assembled on both sides of the fixed support beams, and a winch-type hoisting mechanism is installed at the lower end of the electrically controlled lateral extension plates.

[0011] A lateral adjustment groove is provided on the inner side of the lateral extension groove, and a translation screw is installed inside the lateral adjustment groove.

[0012] The electrically controlled lateral extension plate includes a lateral grid plate with an internally threaded translation block on the outer side and an embedded lighting lamp fixed to the lower end of the lateral grid plate.

[0013] An external optical probe is installed on the outer side of the lower surface of the lateral grid plate.

[0014] The winch-type hoisting mechanism includes a bottom cover fixed to the lower end of the lateral grid plate, an electrically controlled winch installed inside the bottom cover, and a hoisting rope wound on the electrically controlled winch.

[0015] The height of the upper part of the lateral grille plate gradually decreases from the outside to the inside.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this invention are: (1) The automated three-dimensional warehouse for power environmental protection equipment of the present invention adopts a variable support area design, which can be freely extended to both sides according to actual needs, thereby improving the support area and the level of intelligence; (2) The electrically controlled lateral extension plates on both sides of the fixed support beam can be extended outward to cooperate with the winch-type hoisting mechanism at the bottom for hoisting operations, which facilitates the lifting and lowering of power and environmental protection equipment and improves the loading and unloading efficiency of the equipment. (3) An external optical probe is installed on the outer side of the lower surface of the side grid plate, which can automatically optically scan the information and data of the power environmental protection equipment on the support plate below. It can be used in conjunction with automated control to adjust the loading and unloading equipment to automatically transport the equipment to the designated position, making the control more precise. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed support beam in this invention.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the winch-type hoisting mechanism in this invention.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Vertical rack body; 2. Fixed support beam; 3. Lateral extension groove; 4. Electrically controlled lateral extension plate; 6. Winch hoisting mechanism; 31. Lateral adjustment groove; 32. Translation screw; 41. Lateral grid plate; 42. Recessed lighting; 43. External optical probe; 61. Bottom cover; 62. Electrically controlled winch; 63. Hoisting rope. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the invention.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0024] Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 An automated three-dimensional warehouse for power environmental protection equipment is shown, including a vertical rack body 1. The vertical rack body 1 is provided with a plurality of fixed support beams 2 inside. Lateral extension grooves 3 are staggered on both sides of the fixed support beams 2. Electrically controlled lateral extension plates 4 are slidably assembled on both sides of the fixed support beams 2. A winch-type hoisting mechanism 5 is installed at the lower end of the electrically controlled lateral extension plates 4.

[0025] To facilitate lateral adjustment, a lateral adjustment groove 31 is provided on the inner side of the lateral extension groove 3, and a translation screw 32 is installed inside the lateral adjustment groove 31.

[0026] To complement translation control and bottom auxiliary lighting, the electrically controlled lateral extension plate 4 includes a lateral grid plate 41 with an internally threaded translation block on the outer side and an embedded lighting lamp 42 fixed to the lower end of the lateral grid plate 41.

[0027] In order to cooperate with the optical scanning of the power and environmental protection equipment below, an external optical probe 43 is installed on the outer side of the lower surface of the side grid plate 41.

[0028] To facilitate hoisting and lowering, the winch-type hoisting mechanism 6 includes a bottom cover 61 fixed to the lower end of the side grid plate 41, an electrically controlled winch 62 installed inside the bottom cover 61, and a hoisting rope 63 wound on the electrically controlled winch 62.

[0029] The electrically controlled winch 62 drives the hoisting rope 63 to rise and fall by rotating.

[0030] To facilitate the transition of equipment, the height of the upper part of the lateral grating plate 41 gradually decreases from the outside to the inside.

[0031] Equipment working principle This automated storage and retrieval system for power environmental protection equipment utilizes a collaborative mechanism of "electrically controlled telescopic adjustment + intelligent hoisting + optical recognition" to solve the problems of poor space adaptability and low loading and unloading efficiency in traditional automated storage and retrieval systems. It is specifically designed for the storage and transfer of power environmental protection equipment (mostly irregular, medium-to-heavy-duty components). The principles of each core module are as follows: The variable space adaptation principle uses the fixed support beam 2 as the core load-bearing component. The lateral extension grooves 3 on both sides provide sliding tracks for the electrically controlled lateral extension plates 4. The lateral adjustment groove 31 within the lateral extension groove 3 houses a translation screw 32, which, together with the internally threaded translation block on the outer side of the lateral grid plate 41, forms a threaded transmission structure. When storing power and environmental protection equipment of different sizes, the translation screw 32 rotates, driving the internally threaded translation block to slide along the lateral adjustment groove 31 through threaded engagement. This, in turn, drives the lateral grid plate 41 to extend or retract to both sides of the fixed support beam 2, achieving flexible adjustment of the support area (adapting to differences in equipment width). Simultaneously, the "lower outside, higher inside" inclined design of the upper end of the lateral grid plate 41 guides the equipment to slide smoothly into the storage position, avoiding corner impacts and improving placement safety.

[0032] The automatic loading and unloading principle utilizes a winch-type hoisting mechanism 6 as the core transfer component. The bottom cover 61 provides protection and fixed support for the electrically controlled winch 62. The electrically controlled winch 62 drives the hoisting rope 63 to rise and fall through forward and reverse rotation. When the equipment needs to be stored, the electrically controlled winch 62 rotates forward to release the hoisting rope 63. The lower end of the hoisting rope 63 can be connected to a hook or clamp. After hooking the power and environmental protection equipment, the electrically controlled winch 62 rotates in the reverse direction to retract the hoisting rope 63, lifting the equipment to the target storage height. When leaving the storage area, the operation is reversed, realizing automatic lifting and transfer of the equipment without the need for manual assistance, thus improving work efficiency and safety.

[0033] The intelligent identification and precise control principle utilizes an external optical probe 43 mounted on the lower end of the side grid plate 41 as the core sensing component. This probe can scan the dimensions and identification information (such as barcodes and QR codes) of the power and environmental protection equipment below in real time and transmit the data to the control system. The control system automatically calculates the required support area based on the scanned data, triggering the translation screw 32 to adjust the extension length of the side grid plate 41, ensuring a precise match between the support area and the equipment dimensions. Simultaneously, the external optical probe 43 can locate the equipment's center of gravity, guiding the electrically controlled winch 62 to adjust the stress point of the hoisting rope 63, preventing tilting during hoisting. Furthermore, the embedded lighting 42 at the lower end of the side grid plate 41 provides supplementary lighting in low-light conditions (such as warehouse corners or nighttime operations), ensuring that the scanning accuracy of the external optical probe 43 is not affected by ambient light.

[0034] Equipment working process Phase 1: Equipment preparation and data collection (0-15 min) Operators transport the power and environmental protection equipment to be stored to the designated area in front of the vertical rack body 1, ensuring that the equipment is placed stably without tilting or shaking.

[0035] The control system is activated, triggering the embedded lighting 42 at the lower end of the side grille 41 to turn on (it can automatically turn off if the ambient light is sufficient). The external optical probe 43 begins to scan the equipment from all angles, collecting data such as the width, height, weight (estimated by using a preset algorithm combined with size estimation), and identification information of the equipment, and transmitting the data to the control system in real time.

[0036] The control system interfaces with the warehouse management system (WMS), queries the preset storage location (fixed support beam 2 corresponding to the target floor height) based on the equipment identification information, and calculates the required extension length of the electrically controlled lateral extension plate 41 by combining the scanned equipment width data.

[0037] Phase 2: Storage space adjustment (15-30 min) The control system sends an adjustment command to the fixed support beam 2 at the target floor height. The translation screw 32 in the lateral extension groove 3 starts to rotate. Through threaded engagement, it drives the internal thread translation block on the outside of the lateral grid plate 41 to slide along the lateral adjustment groove 31. The lateral grid plate 41 extends synchronously to both sides of the fixed support beam 2.

[0038] When the lateral grid plate 41 extends to the calculated target length, the external optical probe 43 scans again to confirm the fit between the equipment and the lateral grid plate 41. If the support area meets the equipment placement requirements (the edge of the equipment does not exceed the range of the lateral grid plate 41), the translation screw 32 stops rotating, and the electrically controlled lateral extension plate 4 locks in position. If the fit is insufficient, the translation screw 32 continues to fine-tune until the optimal support state is achieved.

[0039] After adjustment, the lateral grating plate 41 forms a stable bearing platform. Its inclined structure of "lower outside and higher inside" provides guidance for the equipment to enter the warehouse and avoids jamming when the equipment is placed.

[0040] Phase 3: Automated hoisting and warehousing (30-50 min) The control system sends a hoisting command to the winch-type hoisting mechanism 6 at the target height. The electrically controlled winch 62 inside the bottom cover 61 rotates in the forward direction and slowly releases the hoisting rope 63. The hook or clamp at the lower end of the hoisting rope 63 descends to the top of the equipment.

[0041] The operator assists in securely connecting the hook or clamp to the equipment's preset lifting point (in some scenarios, this can be done automatically by a robotic arm). After confirming that the connection is correct, a "lifting ready" signal is sent to the control system.

[0042] The electrically controlled winch 62 rotates in the opposite direction, slowly retracting the hoisting rope 63 to smoothly lift the equipment to the target floor height. During the process, the external optical probe 43 monitors the tilt angle of the equipment in real time. If tilting occurs (the deviation exceeds the preset threshold), the control system triggers the electrically controlled winch 62 to fine-tune the speed and correct the hoisting posture.

[0043] When the equipment is raised to a height slightly above the side grid plate 41, the electric winch 62 stops rotating and moves the equipment to above the side grid plate 41 by the built-in translation mechanism of the rack (such as a rail trolley, which can be used for auxiliary transfer if not explicitly mentioned in the manual). Then the electric winch 62 slowly releases the hoisting rope 63 and places the equipment steadily on the side grid plate 41.

[0044] After the equipment is placed, the external optical probe 43 scans to confirm that the equipment is placed stably (without being suspended or tilted), and the electrically controlled winch 62 retracts the hoisting rope 63 to return to the initial position, thus completing the warehousing process.

[0045] Phase 4: Storage Monitoring and Maintenance (Long-Term Operation) During equipment storage, the external optical probe 43 periodically (e.g., every 24 hours) scans the equipment to monitor for any abnormalities such as displacement or deformation. If an abnormality is detected, the control system automatically sends an early warning signal to remind staff to perform maintenance.

[0046] The recessed lighting 42 automatically starts and stops according to the light intensity in the warehouse, providing supplementary light for the external optical probe 43 when the light is insufficient, ensuring monitoring accuracy; at the same time, it provides lighting support for staff's daily inspections.

[0047] The control system records the storage time and environmental parameters (such as temperature and humidity, which require additional sensors) of the equipment in real time, providing data support for equipment maintenance and outbound scheduling.

[0048] Phase 5: Automated hoisting and unloading (activated on demand) When power environmental protection equipment needs to be shipped out, staff send a shipping instruction through the control system, specifying the identification information of the target equipment.

[0049] The control system locates the fixed support beam 2 where the equipment is located, triggering the start of the winch-type hoisting mechanism 6 on that floor. The electrically controlled winch 62 rotates in the forward direction to release the hoisting rope 63, and the hook or clamp descends above the equipment and is securely connected to the equipment hoisting point.

[0050] The electrically controlled winch 62 rotates in the opposite direction to smoothly lift the equipment away from the side grid plate 41. The external optical probe 43 monitors the hoisting posture to ensure that the equipment is stable and does not tilt.

[0051] After the equipment is raised to a safe height, it is transferred to the outside of the shelf by the translation mechanism. The electrically controlled winch 62 continues to release the hoisting rope 63, slowly lowering the equipment onto the ground transport vehicle.

[0052] After the equipment is unloaded, the operator disconnects the hook or clamp from the equipment, and the electric winch 62 retracts the hoisting rope 63 to return to its initial position; at the same time, the translation screw 32 rotates in the opposite direction, causing the side grid plate 41 to retract to its initial state, in preparation for the next storage.

[0053] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of the present invention, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the inventive concept. The technical scope of this invention is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An automated warehouse for electric environmentally friendly equipment, comprising a vertical shelf body (1), characterized in that: The vertical goods shelf body (1) is internally provided with a plurality of fixed support beams (2), lateral extension grooves (3) are oppositely arranged on the two sides of the fixed support beams (2), electrically-controlled lateral extension plates (4) are slidably arranged on the two sides of the fixed support beams (2), and winch hoisting mechanisms (6) are installed at the lower ends of the electrically-controlled lateral extension plates (4).

2. The automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the power environmental protection equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lateral extension grooves (3) are internally provided with lateral adjusting grooves (31).

3. The automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the power environmental protection equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electrically-controlled lateral extension plates (4) comprise lateral grating plates (41) with internally-threaded translation blocks and embedded illuminating lamps (42) fixed at the lower ends of the lateral grating plates (41).

4. The automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the power environmental protection equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lateral grating plates (41) are externally provided with externally-hung optical probes (43).

5. The automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the power environmental protection equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The winch hoisting mechanisms (6) comprise bottom housings (61) fixed at the lower ends of the lateral grating plates (41), electrically-controlled winches (62) installed in the bottom housings (61), and hoisting ropes (63) wound around the electrically-controlled winches (62).

6. The automatic stereoscopic warehouse for the power environmental protection equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lateral grating plates (41) are gradually lowered from outside to inside at the upper ends.

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