Bidirectional tray shuttle vehicle

Abstract

The invention discloses a two-way tray shuttle vehicle which comprises a vehicle body frame, and an electric box and a battery are arranged in the vehicle body frame. The walking assembly is arranged on the vehicle body frame and used for driving the vehicle body frame to move; the jacking assembly is arranged on the vehicle body frame and used for jacking goods; the detection assembly is arranged on the vehicle body frame and used for detecting the walking assembly and related data during running of the walking assembly; and the shell assembly is connected with the vehicle body frame. The two-way vehicle provided with the novel jacking mechanism and the low vehicle body height has the beneficial effects of being convenient and fast to maintain and repair, high in warehouse-in and warehouse-out efficiency and particularly suitable for scenes with few goods categories and high warehouse-in and warehouse-out frequency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of shuttle technology, and in particular to a bidirectional pallet shuttle. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the automated storage and retrieval systems (AS / RS) and logistics industries, the requirements for inbound and outbound efficiency are increasing. There are various types of mainstream two-way shuttle vehicles on the market. The lifting mechanisms are mostly hydraulic or mechanical. Hydraulic lifting can suffer from problems such as oil leakage, which limits its applicability. Mechanical lifting often uses transmission components or lead screws to achieve automatic lifting, but this type of lifting often has the drawback of a relatively high vehicle height. The vehicle height has a significant impact on the height of the storage locations within the warehouse, thus affecting the total number of storage locations.

[0003] Because of their compact structure, most bidirectional shuttle vehicles on the market are difficult to repair and maintain. They often require complete removal of the top cover or side shells, which can lead to long maintenance times and affect the efficiency of users entering and leaving the warehouse. Summary of the Invention

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a bidirectional pallet shuttle is provided, comprising: The vehicle frame contains the electrical box and battery. The traveling assembly is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to drive the vehicle frame to move. Lifting assembly, which is mounted on the vehicle frame, is used to lift cargo; The detection component is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to detect the walking component and related data during the operation of the walking component. The outer shell assembly is connected to the vehicle body frame.

[0005] Furthermore, the walking component includes: Two drive wheels are positioned on either side of one end of the vehicle frame. Two driven wheels are located on both sides of the other end of the vehicle frame; The first drive unit is located inside the vehicle frame and provides rotational motion driving force. Two first drive shafts, one end of which is connected to the output end of the first driver, and the other end of which is connected to the two drive wheels respectively. The two first drive shafts rotate under the drive of the first driver, thereby driving the two drive wheels to rotate.

[0006] Furthermore, the walking component also includes: Four adjustment mechanisms are located at the four corners of the vehicle body frame; Four guide wheels are respectively set on four adjustment mechanisms, which allow for fine-tuning of the position. One of the regulating mechanisms includes: The fixing block is installed on the vehicle body frame; Two adjusting bolts are threaded onto the fixed block; The adjustment frame has two waist holes. One end of the adjustment frame contacts two adjustment bolts, and the other end of the adjustment frame is connected to one of the guide wheels. Two locking holes are provided on the vehicle frame and are positioned opposite the two waist holes.

[0007] Furthermore, the lifting components include: A pair of support seats, which are installed within the vehicle body frame; The second drive shaft is rotatably connected to a pair of support seats, and both ends of the second drive shaft pass through the pair of support seats; The second drive unit, which is located within the vehicle frame, provides the driving force for rotational motion; The chain drive mechanism has its input end connected to the output end of the second driver, and its output end connected to the second drive shaft. Two commutators are symmetrically arranged within the vehicle frame, and the input ends of the two commutators are respectively connected to both ends of the second drive shaft. Two third drive shafts, one end of which is connected to the output of one of the commutators and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the vehicle body frame; one end of the other third drive shaft is connected to the output of another commutator and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the vehicle body frame. Four cam units are connected to the output ends of two commutators and the other end of the third drive shaft, respectively. The roof plate is located on top of the vehicle frame. At the bottom of the roof plate are four top blocks, which are connected to four cam units respectively. Four guide units connect the roof plate and the vehicle frame and are used to guide the movement of the roof plate.

[0008] Furthermore, one of the cam units includes: The transmission component is located on the other end of the commutator or the third drive shaft; The cam is rotatably connected to the transmission component, and the cam contacts the top block.

[0009] Furthermore, the bottom of the top block has an arc-shaped structure.

[0010] Furthermore, one of the guide units includes: Guide seat, the guide seat is set inside the vehicle body frame; The guide shaft is connected to the top plate at its top and extends through the guide seat at its bottom.

[0011] Furthermore, the detection component includes: Positioning barcode scanner, which is installed on one side of the vehicle frame; Ultra-wide detection photoelectric sensor, installed on the vehicle frame, is used to detect whether a pallet or cargo is too wide; The radar detection component is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to detect whether there is a vehicle or foreign object in front of the vehicle in the direction of movement. Cargo detection photoelectric components are installed on the vehicle frame and are used to detect whether there is cargo in front of the vehicle in the direction of movement. Cargo detection photoelectric components are installed on the vehicle frame and are used to detect whether there is cargo on the vehicle frame.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes: Automatic charging brush plate, which is mounted on the vehicle frame; Status indicator light strip, which is mounted on the vehicle body frame; Lifting height detection is installed on the vehicle body frame. The lifting ring assembly is mounted on the vehicle body frame.

[0013] Furthermore, the housing assembly includes: Front panel, the front panel is detachably mounted on the front of the vehicle body frame; The rear panel is detachably mounted at the rear of the vehicle frame; Two side panels, which are detachably mounted on both sides of the vehicle frame; Anti-collision blocks are installed on the front panel, rear panel, and two side panels.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a bidirectional pallet shuttle is equipped with a novel lifting mechanism and a low vehicle height. It features convenient maintenance and repair, high efficiency in warehouse entry and exit, and is especially suitable for scenarios with fewer types of goods and high frequency of entry and exit.

[0015] It should be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and intended to provide further illustration of the claimed technology. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a bidirectional pallet shuttle without a top cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a top view of the vehicle frame, walking assembly, lifting assembly, and detection assembly of a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the vehicle frame, walking assembly, lifting assembly, and detection assembly of a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a front view structural diagram of the guide wheel in a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the lifting assembly in a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cam unit in a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the guide unit in a bidirectional pallet shuttle according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, further illustrating the present invention.

[0025] First, combine Figures 1-8 This invention describes a bidirectional pallet shuttle vehicle for use in smart warehousing, which has a wide range of applications.

[0026] like Figures 1-8 As shown, a bidirectional pallet shuttle vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention has a vehicle frame 100, a walking component, a lifting component, a detection component, and a shell component.

[0027] Specifically, such as Figures 1-8 As shown, in this embodiment, the vehicle frame 100 is equipped with an electrical box 101 and a battery 102. The vehicle frame 100 is composed of multiple side plates and a bottom plate. After precision machining, the multiple side plates are connected and fixed by locating pins and bolts, which can ensure the machining accuracy of each component in the vehicle frame 100 and the overall assembly accuracy, providing strong support for subsequent walking accuracy. The bottom plate is fixed to the bottom of the multiple side plates by countersunk screws.

[0028] Specifically, such as Figures 1-8As shown, in this embodiment, the walking assembly is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to drive the vehicle frame 100 to move. The walking assembly includes: two driving wheels 201, two driven wheels 202, a first driver 203, and two first drive shafts 204. The two driving wheels 201 are located on both sides of one end of the vehicle frame 100; the two driven wheels 202 are located on both sides of the other end of the vehicle frame 100; the first driver 203 is located inside the vehicle frame 100 and provides rotational driving force, and the first driver 203 is a combination of a motor and a reducer; one end of each of the two first drive shafts 204 is connected to the output end of the first driver 203, and the other end of each of the two first drive shafts 204 is connected to the two driving wheels 201 respectively. The two first drive shafts 204 rotate under the drive of the first driver 203, thereby driving the two driving wheels 201 to rotate, realizing the movement of the vehicle frame 100. This direct drive method reduces transmission noise and improves transmission efficiency by reducing mechanical structures.

[0029] Furthermore, such as Figures 1-8 As shown, the traveling assembly also includes four adjustment mechanisms and four guide wheels 506. The four adjustment mechanisms are located at the four corners of the vehicle frame 100; the four guide wheels 506 are respectively mounted on the four adjustment mechanisms. Under the action of the adjustment mechanisms, the position is finely adjusted. The guide wheels 506 are used to cooperate with the track on the external shelf to guide the shuttle when it moves. By finely adjusting the position, the track error can be accommodated.

[0030] In this embodiment, as Figure 5 As shown, one of the adjustment mechanisms includes: a fixing block 2051, two adjusting bolts 2052, an adjusting bracket 2053, and two locking holes 2054. The fixing block 2051 is mounted on the vehicle frame 100; the two adjusting bolts 2052 are threaded onto the fixing block 2051; the adjusting bracket 2053 has two slotted holes 20531, one end of the adjusting bracket 2053 contacts the two adjusting bolts 2052, and the other end of the adjusting bracket 2053 is connected to one of the guide wheels 506; the two locking holes 2054 are formed on the vehicle frame 100 and are positioned opposite to the two slotted holes 20531. The adjusting frame 2053 is fixed by tightening the locking parts on the two locking holes 2054 and the two waist holes 20531. When it is necessary to fine-tune the position of the guide wheel 506, the locking parts are loosened and the two adjusting bolts 2052 are turned to fine-tune the position of the adjusting frame 2053, thereby adjusting the position of the guide wheel 506. After the adjustment is in place, the locking parts are tightened again.

[0031] Specifically, such as Figures 1-8As shown, in this embodiment, the lifting assembly is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 for lifting cargo. The lifting assembly includes: a pair of support seats 301, a second drive shaft 302, a second driver 303, a chain drive mechanism 304, two commutators 305, two third drive shafts 306, four cam units, a top plate 308, and four guide units. A pair of support seats 301 are disposed within the vehicle frame 100; a second drive shaft 302 is rotatably connected to the pair of support seats 301, and both ends of the second drive shaft 302 pass through the pair of support seats 301; a second driver 303 is disposed within the vehicle frame 100, providing the driving force for rotational motion, and the second driver 303 is a combination of a servo motor and a reducer; the input end of a chain drive mechanism 304 is connected to the output end of the second driver 303, and the output end of the chain drive mechanism 304 is connected to the second drive shaft 302; two commutators 305 are symmetrically disposed within the vehicle frame 100, and the input ends of the two commutators 305 are respectively connected to both ends of the second drive shaft 302; one end of a third drive shaft 306 is connected to the output end of one of the commutators 305, and the other end of the third drive shaft 306 is connected to the vehicle body. The frame 100 is rotatably connected; one end of another third drive shaft 306 is connected to the output end of another commutator 305, and the other end of the third drive shaft 306 is rotatably connected to the vehicle frame 100. A support member is provided between the other end of the third drive shaft 306 and the vehicle frame 100 to support the other end of the third drive shaft 306. The other end of the third drive shaft 306 is rotatably connected to the support member; four cam units are respectively connected to the output ends of two commutators 305 and the other end of the third drive shaft 306; the top plate 308 is located on the top of the vehicle frame 100, and four top blocks 3081 are provided at the bottom of the top plate 308. The four top blocks 3081 are respectively connected to the four cam units; four guide units connect the top plate 308 and the vehicle frame 100 to guide the movement of the top plate 308. In this system, the chain drive mechanism 304 transmits power to the second drive 303 by controlling the operation of the second drive 303, causing the second drive shaft 302 to rotate. This power is then transmitted to the four cam units via two commutator 305s and two third drive shafts 306. The four cam units drive four top blocks 3081 to lift, which in turn lifts the top plate 308, thus achieving the purpose of smoothly lifting the cargo. It should be noted that the two commutator 305s are symmetrically installed within the vehicle frame 100, and the rotation direction output by the second drive 303 is opposite to that of the two commutator 305s. This effectively avoids unidirectional movement during cam unit lifting, prevents unilateral tilting of the lifting assembly, and avoids unilateral force on the four guide units, greatly extending the service life of the mechanical structure.

[0032] Furthermore, such as Figures 3-4As shown in Figure 7, in this embodiment, one of the cam units includes a transmission component 3071 and a cam 3072. The transmission component 3071 is disposed on the other end of the commutator 305 or the third drive shaft 306; the cam 3072 is rotatably connected to the transmission component 3071, and the cam 3072 contacts the top block 3081. The cam unit uses a specially shaped machined part to shorten the lever arm, making the force-bearing structure of the commutator 305 and the support better, thereby extending its service life. The stroke design of the cam unit: when the cam is at its highest lifting position, the cam 3072 is in a vertical state. The cam 3072 can perform a full circular motion during the lifting and lowering actions, avoiding accidents caused by over-lifting due to errors during debugging and later manual operation.

[0033] Furthermore, such as Figures 3-4 As shown in Figures 7 and 8, in this embodiment, the bottom of the top block 3081 has an arc-shaped structure, which can make the impact during the rotation of the cam 3072 more gentle, and at the same time, it can better handle the force of the cam unit rotation, thus making the structure more stable and reducing maintenance costs.

[0034] Furthermore, such as Figures 3-4 As shown in Figures 8 and 9, in this embodiment, one of the guide units includes a guide seat 3091 and a guide shaft 3092. The guide seat 3091 is disposed within the vehicle frame 100; the top of the guide shaft 3092 is connected to the top plate 308, and the bottom of the guide shaft 3092 passes through the guide seat 3091. A copper sleeve can be installed inside the guide seat 3091. The entire guide unit has a simple structure and effectively reduces the failure rate.

[0035] Specifically, such as Figures 3-4 As shown, in this embodiment, the detection component is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to detect the traveling component and related data during its operation. The detection component includes: a positioning barcode scanner 401, an overwidth detection photoelectric sensor 402, a radar detection component 403, a cargo detection photoelectric sensor 409, and a cargo detection photoelectric sensor 404. The positioning barcode scanner 401 is mounted on one side of the vehicle frame 100 and identifies the traveling direction of the shuttle by affixing a barcode to the inside of the shelf track; the overwidth detection photoelectric sensor 402 is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to detect whether the pallet or cargo is overwidth; the radar detection component 403 is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to detect whether there is a vehicle or foreign object in front of the direction of movement, ensuring operational safety; the cargo detection photoelectric sensor 409 is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to detect whether there is cargo in front of the direction of movement; the cargo detection photoelectric sensor 404 is mounted on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to detect whether the vehicle frame 100 is carrying cargo, preventing collisions and improving safety.

[0036] Specifically, such as Figures 1-2As shown, in this embodiment, the outer casing assembly is connected to the vehicle frame 100. The outer casing assembly includes: a front panel 501, a rear panel 502, two side panels 503, and anti-collision blocks 504. The front panel 501 is detachably mounted on the front of the vehicle frame 100; the rear panel 502 is detachably mounted on the rear of the vehicle frame 100; the two side panels 503 are detachably mounted on both sides of the vehicle frame 100; and the anti-collision blocks 504 are disposed on the front panel 501, the rear panel 502, and the two side panels 503. The outer casing assembly also includes a top cover 505, which is detachably mounted on the top plate 308. The top cover 505 is provided with a handle for easy removal during maintenance. After the top cover 505 is removed, the internal structure of the vehicle body can be seen, which greatly facilitates maintenance and shortens maintenance time. Battery replacement 102 can also be conveniently performed here.

[0037] Furthermore, such as Figures 3-4 As shown, in this embodiment of the invention, a bidirectional pallet shuttle further includes: an automatic charging brush plate 405, a status display light bar 406, a lifting height detection 407, and a lifting ring assembly 408. The automatic charging brush plate 405 is disposed on the vehicle frame 100; the status display light bar 406 is disposed on the vehicle frame 100 and is used to display the shuttle status: automatic, manual, and HMI; the lifting height detection 407 is disposed on the vehicle frame 100 and detects the lifting height of the top plate 308 in real time; the lifting ring assembly 408 is disposed on the vehicle frame 100 and is used when lifting the shuttle.

[0038] Above, refer to Figures 1-8 A bidirectional pallet shuttle vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention is described. Equipped with a novel lifting mechanism and a low vehicle height, the bidirectional vehicle is characterized by convenient maintenance and repair, high efficiency in warehouse entry and exit, and is particularly suitable for scenarios with fewer types of goods and high frequency of warehouse entry and exit.

[0039] It should be noted that, in this specification, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0040] Although the present invention has been described in detail through the preferred embodiments above, it should be understood that the above description should not be considered as a limitation of the present invention. Various modifications and substitutions to the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art after reading the above description. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A bidirectional pallet shuttle, characterized in that, Include: A vehicle frame, within which an electrical box and a battery are housed; A walking assembly, which is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to drive the vehicle frame to move; A lifting assembly, which is mounted on the vehicle frame, is used to lift cargo; A detection component is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to detect the walking component and related data during the operation of the walking component. A housing assembly, which is connected to the vehicle body frame; The walking component includes: Two drive wheels are disposed on both sides of one end of the vehicle frame; Two driven wheels are disposed on both sides of the other end of the vehicle body frame; A first driver, disposed inside the vehicle body frame, provides rotational motion driving force; Two first drive shafts, one end of each of the two first drive shafts is connected to the output end of the first driver, and the other end of each of the two first drive shafts is connected to the two driving wheels respectively. The two first drive shafts rotate under the drive of the first driver, thereby driving the two driving wheels to rotate. The walking component also includes: Four adjustment mechanisms are located at the four corners of the vehicle body frame; Four guide wheels are respectively mounted on the four adjustment mechanisms, and the positions are finely adjusted under the action of the adjustment mechanisms; One of the adjustment mechanisms includes: A fixing block, wherein the fixing block is disposed on the vehicle body frame; Two adjusting bolts are threaded onto the fixed block; An adjustment frame is provided with two waist holes. One end of the adjustment frame contacts the two adjustment bolts, and the other end of the adjustment frame is connected to one of the guide wheels. Two locking holes are provided on the vehicle frame and are positioned opposite to the two waist holes.

2. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting assembly includes: A pair of support seats, wherein the pair of support seats are disposed within the vehicle body frame; A second drive shaft is rotatably connected to the pair of support seats, and both ends of the second drive shaft pass through the pair of support seats; The second drive, which is disposed within the vehicle frame, provides the driving force for rotational motion; A chain drive mechanism, wherein the input end of the chain drive mechanism is connected to the output end of the second driver, and the output end of the chain drive mechanism is connected to the second drive shaft; Two commutators are symmetrically arranged within the vehicle body frame, and the input ends of the two commutators are respectively connected to both ends of the second drive shaft; Two third drive shafts, one end of which is connected to the output end of one of the commutators, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the vehicle body frame; one end of the other third drive shaft is connected to the output end of the other commutator, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the vehicle body frame. Four cam units are respectively connected to the output ends of the two commutators and the other end of the third drive shaft; A top plate, located on top of the vehicle body frame, has four top blocks at its bottom, each of which is connected to one of the four cam units. Four guiding units are connected to the roof plate and the vehicle frame, and are used to guide the movement of the roof plate.

3. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, One of the cam units includes: A transmission component, wherein the transmission component is disposed at another section of the commutator or the third drive shaft; A cam is rotatably connected to the transmission component, and the cam contacts the top block.

4. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the top block has an arc-shaped structure.

5. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, One of the guiding units includes: A guide seat, wherein the guide seat is disposed within the vehicle body frame; A guide shaft, the top of which is connected to the top plate, and the bottom of which passes through the guide seat.

6. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The detection component includes: A positioning barcode scanner is disposed on one side of the vehicle body frame; An ultra-wide detection photoelectric sensor is installed on the vehicle frame to detect whether a pallet or cargo is too wide. A radar detection component is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to detect whether there is a vehicle or foreign object in front of the vehicle in the direction of movement. Cargo detection photoelectric component, which is mounted on the vehicle frame, is used to detect whether there is cargo in front of it in the direction of movement; A cargo detection photoelectric component is mounted on the vehicle frame and is used to detect whether the vehicle frame is carrying cargo.

7. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: An automatic charging brush plate is mounted on the vehicle body frame. A status indicator light strip is mounted on the vehicle body frame; Lifting height detection, wherein the lifting height detection is installed on the vehicle body frame; A lifting ring assembly is mounted on the vehicle body frame.

8. The bidirectional pallet shuttle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes: A front panel, which is detachably mounted on the front of the vehicle body frame; Rear panel, which is detachably mounted at the rear of the vehicle body frame; Two side panels, which are detachably mounted on both sides of the vehicle body frame; Anti-collision blocks are disposed on the front panel, the rear panel, and the two side panels.

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