Automatic ceramic grading marking equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to automatic ceramic grading marking equipment, and relates to the technical field of ceramic machining equipment, the automatic ceramic grading marking equipment comprises a marking equipment rack and a built-in control system, two disc feeding belt lines are arranged at the left end of the marking equipment rack side by side, and two discharging mechanisms are arranged between the two disc feeding belt lines; a second CCD visual inspection mechanism is arranged at the position, close to the rear side, of the middle of the upper end of the marking equipment rack; a double-shaft linkage manipulator is arranged on the left side of the second CCD visual inspection mechanism; the device is high in automation degree, automation of the whole process from feeding, positioning, marking, detecting to discharging is achieved, manual intervention is not needed, and the production efficiency is greatly improved; a positioning platform and visual positioning are combined, the marking position consistency is good, and manual positioning errors are avoided; the marking effect is detected in real time, unqualified products are automatically sorted, and the product percent of pass is increased; the labor input is reduced, the labor intensity is reduced, and the ceramic piece damage risk caused by manual operation is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ceramic processing equipment technology, specifically to an automated ceramic grading and marking device. Background Technology

[0002] In the production process of ceramic products, finished or semi-finished products usually need to be marked with their specifications, batch information, production date or quality grade, so as to realize product traceability, quality management and subsequent classification and circulation.

[0003] In existing technologies, the marking process for ceramic products is mostly completed manually or semi-automatically. Specifically, operators typically place the ceramic products one by one on the worktable of the marking equipment, adjust their positions manually by visual inspection or with the help of a simple positioning structure, and then manually start the marking equipment to complete the marking operation. This method has certain limitations in practical applications.

[0004] On the one hand, because the marking process relies on manual operation of each piece, the overall work cycle is slow, making it difficult to meet the needs of large-scale, continuous production of ceramic products. On the other hand, the accuracy and consistency of manual positioning are greatly affected by the operator's experience and condition, which can easily cause marking position deviations, thus affecting the appearance quality and marking consistency of ceramic products. At the same time, long-term repetitive operations also increase the labor intensity of operators and raise labor costs.

[0005] In addition, existing manual or semi-automatic marking methods usually only achieve a single marking function and lack the ability to automatically identify and classify the specifications, appearance or quality grade of ceramic products. This makes it difficult to achieve corresponding marking and automatic transfer of different categories of ceramic products, which restricts the development of ceramic production lines towards automation and intelligence.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an automated device that can automatically sort, position, and mark ceramic products to improve production efficiency, marking accuracy, and the overall automation level of the production line. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automated ceramic grading and marking device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: An automated ceramic grading and marking device includes a marking device frame and a built-in control system. Two upper conveyor belts are arranged side by side on the left end of the marking device frame, and two discharge mechanisms are arranged between the two upper conveyor belts. A second CCD vision inspection mechanism is arranged at the rear side of the middle of the upper end of the marking device frame.

[0009] As a further aspect of the present invention: a dual-axis linkage robot arm is provided on the left side of the second CCD vision inspection mechanism, and a second conveyor belt line is provided on the left side of the dual-axis linkage robot arm.

[0010] As a further embodiment of the present invention: a conveyor belt is provided on the front side of the dual-axis linkage robot, and a first CCD vision inspection mechanism is provided on the front side of the conveyor belt.

[0011] As a further aspect of the present invention: a laser marking mechanism is provided on the right front side of the first CCD visual inspection mechanism.

[0012] As a further aspect of the present invention: a rotating mechanism is provided on the right side of the second CCD vision inspection mechanism.

[0013] As a further embodiment of the present invention: a PPU handling mechanism is provided on the right side of the rotating mechanism.

[0014] As a further embodiment of the present invention: a transport mechanism (X-axis) is provided on the right side of the PPU transport mechanism.

[0015] As a further embodiment of the present invention: a feeding mechanism and a discharging mechanism are arranged side by side on the right end of the frame of the marking equipment.

[0016] As a further embodiment of the present invention: the control system is electrically connected to the first CCD vision inspection mechanism, the second CCD vision inspection mechanism, the dual-axis linkage robot, the laser marking mechanism, the rotation mechanism, the PPU handling mechanism, and the handling mechanism, respectively. The control system is used to receive detection signals collected by the first CCD vision inspection mechanism and the second CCD vision inspection mechanism, and to control the marking content of the laser marking mechanism and control the dual-axis linkage robot, the rotating mechanism, the PPU handling mechanism and the handling mechanism to perform corresponding sorting and conveying actions according to the detection signals.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: ①This application enables ceramic products to complete conveying, testing, marking and unloading operations sequentially according to a preset path by setting a conveyor belt, robot and handling mechanism on the frame of the marking equipment. This avoids manual loading and manual operation, effectively improves the overall production cycle and is suitable for mass production and continuous production.

[0018] ②This application uses a first CCD visual inspection agency and a second CCD visual inspection agency to perform visual recognition and positioning inspection on ceramic products, and completes the marking operation under the coordinated control of the control system. Compared with the manual visual positioning method, it can significantly improve the accuracy and consistency of the marking position, reduce marking deviation, and improve the appearance quality and marking reliability of ceramic products.

[0019] ③ This application utilizes visual inspection results and the coordinated actions of a robotic arm, a rotating mechanism, and a conveying mechanism to achieve automatic grading of ceramic products of different specifications or quality grades, and performs corresponding marking and conveying operations on ceramic products of different grades, overcoming the problem that it is difficult to achieve automatic grading and corresponding marking in the prior art.

[0020] ④ This application entrusts the positioning, marking and grading process of ceramic products to be completed automatically by equipment, which reduces the reliance on manual operation experience, reduces the labor intensity and labor cost of operators, and at the same time helps to improve the stability and repeatability of the production process.

[0021] ⑤ This application uses a control system to coordinate and control all testing, marking and handling mechanisms, so that each process forms an automated operation process, which is conducive to the integrated layout and intelligent upgrading of ceramic product production lines. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an automated ceramic grading and marking device. Figure 2 A top view of an automated ceramic grading and marking device; Figure 3 This is a left view of an automated ceramic grading and marking device; Figure 4 This is a front view of an automated ceramic grading and marking device.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Discharge mechanism; 2. Conveyor belt line one; 3. First CCD vision inspection mechanism; 4. Laser marking mechanism; 5. PPU handling mechanism; 6. Loading mechanism; 7. Unloading mechanism; 8. Handling mechanism; 9. Rotating mechanism; 10. Second CCD vision inspection mechanism; 11. Dual-axis linkage robot; 12. Conveyor belt line two; 13. Upper conveyor belt line; 14. Marking equipment frame. Detailed Implementation

[0024] 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 some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] Please see Figure 1-4This embodiment provides an automated ceramic grading and marking device, including a marking device frame 14 and a built-in control system. Two upper conveyor belts 13 are arranged side-by-side on the left end of the marking device frame 14. The upper conveyor belts 13 are used to carry and transport the ceramic products to be processed. A discharge mechanism 1 is arranged between the two upper conveyor belts 13 to output the ceramic products after grading and marking. A second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10 is arranged at the rear of the upper middle part of the marking device frame 14. The second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10 is used to visually inspect and identify the size, appearance, or position information of the ceramic products.

[0026] A dual-axis linkage robot arm 11 is installed on the left side of the second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10. Under the control of the control system, the dual-axis linkage robot arm 11 can move in two mutually perpendicular directions to complete the gripping, transfer, or posture adjustment of ceramic products. A second conveyor belt 12 is installed on the left side of the dual-axis linkage robot arm 11. The second conveyor belt 12 is used to transport ceramic products to the designated station before the inspection and marking process.

[0027] A conveyor belt 2 is provided on the front side of the dual-axis linkage robot 11. The conveyor belt 2 is used to transport ceramic products to the marking station. A first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3 is provided on the front side of the conveyor belt 2. The first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3 is used to identify and accurately position the ceramic products before they enter the marking station.

[0028] A laser marking mechanism 4 is provided on the right front side of the first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3. Under the control of the control system, the laser marking mechanism 4 performs laser marking on the designated position of the ceramic product according to the vision inspection results to form specification parameters, batch information or quality grade marks.

[0029] A rotating mechanism 9 is provided on the right side of the second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10. The rotating mechanism 9 is used to adjust the posture or orientation of the ceramic products before sorting or transporting. A PPU transport mechanism 5 is provided on the right side of the rotating mechanism 9. The PPU transport mechanism 5 is used to grab and transport the inspected and marked ceramic products. A transport mechanism 8 is provided on the right side of the PPU transport mechanism 5. The transport mechanism 8 is arranged in the transverse direction along the marking equipment frame 14 and is used to transport ceramic products with different sorting results to the corresponding discharge position.

[0030] The right end of the marking equipment frame 14 is provided with a feeding mechanism 6 and a discharging mechanism 7 arranged side by side; the feeding mechanism 6 is used to provide the ceramic products to be processed to the equipment, and the discharging mechanism 7 is used to receive and output the ceramic products after they have been sorted and marked.

[0031] In this embodiment, the automated ceramic sorting and marking equipment has a built-in control system. The control system is electrically connected to the first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3, the second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10, the dual-axis linkage robot arm 11, the laser marking mechanism 4, the rotating mechanism 9, the PPU handling mechanism 5, and the handling mechanism 8. The control system receives the detection signals collected by the first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3 and the second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10, and controls the laser marking mechanism 4 to execute the corresponding marking content according to the detection results. At the same time, it coordinates and controls the dual-axis linkage robot arm 11, the rotating mechanism 9, the PPU handling mechanism 5, and the handling mechanism 8 to complete the sorting, transfer, and output of ceramic products.

[0032] In specific applications, the structure and driving method of the feeding mechanism 6, the unloading mechanism 7, the first conveyor belt 2, the second conveyor belt 12, the PPU handling mechanism 5, and the handling mechanism 8 can be set according to actual production needs. For example, belt conveying, pneumatic clamping, or electric linear drive can be used. However, the above changes do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention.

[0033] When the equipment is working, ceramic products enter the equipment sequentially through the feeding mechanism 6, and are conveyed to the vision inspection station where the first CCD vision inspection mechanism 3 and the second CCD vision inspection mechanism 10 are located via conveyor belt 1 2 and conveyor belt 2 12. They then enter the laser marking mechanism 4 to complete the marking process. After marking, the ceramic products are automatically sorted according to the inspection results with the cooperation of the rotating mechanism 9, the PPU handling mechanism 5 and the handling mechanism 8, and are finally output by the unloading mechanism 1 and the unloading mechanism 7, thereby realizing the automatic identification, automatic sorting and automatic marking of ceramic products.

[0034] This application boasts a high degree of automation: it automates the entire process from material loading, positioning, marking, and inspection to unloading, eliminating the need for manual intervention and significantly improving production efficiency; it offers precise positioning: combining a positioning platform and visual positioning ensures consistent marking positions, avoiding errors from manual positioning; it provides controllable quality: real-time monitoring of marking effects and automatic sorting of defective products improves the product pass rate; and it reduces costs: it minimizes manual labor, lowers labor intensity, and avoids the risk of ceramic parts breakage caused by manual operation.

[0035] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automated ceramic grading and marking device, characterized in that, The marking equipment includes a marking equipment frame (14) and a built-in control system. Two upper conveyor belts (13) are arranged side by side on the left end of the marking equipment frame (14), and a discharge mechanism (1) is arranged between the two upper conveyor belts (13). A second CCD vision inspection mechanism (10) is arranged at the rear side of the middle of the upper end of the marking equipment frame (14).

2. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second CCD vision inspection mechanism (10) is provided with a dual-axis linkage manipulator (11) on the left side, and a conveyor belt line (12) is provided on the left side of the dual-axis linkage manipulator (11).

3. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The front side of the dual-axis linkage manipulator (11) is provided with a conveyor belt line (2), and the front side of the conveyor belt line (2) is provided with a first CCD vision inspection mechanism (3).

4. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, A laser marking mechanism (4) is provided on the right front side of the first CCD vision inspection mechanism (3).

5. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A rotating mechanism (9) is provided on the right side of the second CCD vision inspection mechanism (10).

6. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, A PPU handling mechanism (5) is provided on the right side of the rotating mechanism (9).

7. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, A transport mechanism (8) is provided on the right side of the PPU transport mechanism (5).

8. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The right end of the marking equipment frame (14) is provided with a feeding mechanism (6) and a discharging mechanism (7).

9. The automated ceramic grading and marking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control system is electrically connected to the first CCD vision inspection mechanism (3), the second CCD vision inspection mechanism (10), the dual-axis linkage robot (11), the laser marking mechanism (4), the rotation mechanism (9), the PPU handling mechanism (5), and the handling mechanism (8), respectively. The control system is used to receive the detection signals collected by the first CCD vision inspection mechanism (3) and the second CCD vision inspection mechanism (10), and to control the marking content of the laser marking mechanism (4) and control the dual-axis linkage manipulator (11), the rotating mechanism (9), the PPU handling mechanism (5) and the handling mechanism (8) to perform the corresponding sorting and conveying actions according to the detection signals.

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