Accessory providing device
By designing a parts supply device on the vehicle production line, and using detection and control modules to ensure that workers pick up the appropriate shock absorbers, the problem of picking the wrong parts in mixed-line production is solved, and assembly efficiency and accuracy are improved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TIANJIN FAW TOYOTA MOTOR CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-01-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
In mixed-line production, workers may easily pick up shock absorbers that are not compatible with the vehicle model, leading to installation errors and affecting work efficiency.
Design an accessory supply device, including multiple storage devices, a detection module, and a control module, which controls the drive component to open the cover by detecting the model of the vehicle to be assembled, ensuring that the staff can retrieve the appropriate accessory.
It improves assembly efficiency, reduces the possibility of picking errors, and enhances the ease of operation for staff and the accuracy of assembly.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle manufacturing, and more particularly to a parts supply device. Background Technology
[0002] The hood engine compartment damper is a shock-absorbing component installed inside the hood engine compartment. When the hood is closed, the damper uses its elastic deformation to reduce the impact of the hood falling, preventing direct metal-to-metal collisions that would generate harsh noise. During vehicle operation, the damper also prevents the hood from shifting or resonating due to vibration, reducing noise transmission into the vehicle and improving driving comfort.
[0003] During vehicle production, workers retrieve shock absorbers from the workbench to install them at target locations within the engine compartment under the hood. In related technologies, multiple car models are produced on mixed production lines, and while the shock absorbers for different models have similar structures, their dimensions differ. During production, workers may mistakenly use shock absorbers that are incompatible with the car model, leading to installation failures or incorrect installations. In such cases, workers must remove the incompatible shock absorbers and replace them with compatible ones, impacting work efficiency. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide an accessory supply device, which aims to solve the technical problem that shock absorber blocks are easily picked up by mistake and affect work efficiency in mixed production lines.
[0005] This application provides an accessory supply device, which includes: Multiple storage devices, each of which includes a storage box, a cover and a first drive unit, wherein the storage box has a receiving cavity for storing accessories, the top of the storage box has a retrieval opening communicating with the receiving cavity, the cover closes to the retrieval opening, and the first drive unit is connected to the cover. The system includes a detection module and a control module. The control module is electrically connected to the detection module and a plurality of the first drive components. The detection module is used to detect the model of the vehicle to be assembled. The control module can control the corresponding first drive component to open the cover according to the model of the vehicle to be assembled.
[0006] In the above solution, the parts supply device provided by this disclosure includes multiple storage devices to store parts of different specifications. In the non-assembly state, the cover is closed on the access port of the storage box. The parts supply device includes a detection module and a control module. During assembly, the detection module detects the model of the vehicle to be assembled, and the control module controls the corresponding first drive component to open the cover according to the model of the vehicle to be assembled. The staff takes the parts from the storage box and assembles them onto the vehicle body. This method can ensure that the parts taken by the staff are compatible with the vehicle, without the need for repeated take-up and trial and error, thus increasing assembly efficiency.
[0007] Optionally, the accessory supply device further includes a support plate, a balance detection component, and a second driving component. The support plate is disposed inside the storage box and slides in cooperation with the storage box. The sliding direction of the support plate is parallel to the depth direction of the storage box. The support plate is used to support accessories. The second driving component is connected to both the storage box and the support plate. The second driving component is used to drive the support plate to move. The balance detection component is used to detect the balance of accessories in the storage box. Both the remaining quantity detection component and the second driving component are electrically connected to the control module. The control module controls the second driving component to move the support plate according to the remaining quantity of the accessory, so that the accessory is closer to the pick-and-place port.
[0008] In the above scheme, the remaining amount of the accessories in the cavity can be detected by the remaining amount detection component. As the accessories are used, the remaining amount of the accessories decreases. At this time, the control module can control the second drive component to move the carrier plate toward the pick-up and drop-off port, so that the accessories are closer to the pick-up and drop-off port, increasing the convenience for staff to pick up and drop off the accessories.
[0009] Optionally, the remaining weight detection component includes a pressure sensor and a drive board. The drive board is parallel to and spaced apart from the support plate. The pressure sensor is disposed between the drive board and the support plate and is electrically connected to the control module. The pressure sensor is used to detect the weight borne by the support plate to determine the remaining weight of the accessory. The second drive component is connected to both the drive board and the storage box.
[0010] In the above solution, the balance detection component includes a pressure sensor and a drive board. The pressure sensor detects the weight of the component on the drive board. When the detected weight of the component decreases, it indicates that the balance of the component has decreased, which can intuitively reflect the balance of the component and the detection result is accurate.
[0011] Optionally, the accessory supply device includes a support frame, on which the storage box is mounted.
[0012] In the above solution, the support frame can support the storage box at a specified height to increase the convenience for staff to retrieve accessories.
[0013] Optionally, the cover is hinged to the storage box, one end of the first drive member is connected to the support frame, and the other end is connected to the cover.
[0014] In the above scheme, the first driving component is set on the support frame, which can provide a stable support foundation for the first driving component and increase the stability of the installation of the first driving component; and the first driving component unfolds or closes by driving the cover to rotate around the hinge axis, which is simple in structure and convenient in operation.
[0015] Optionally, the first driving component includes a cylinder and a pull rope, the cylinder is connected to the support frame, and the axial direction of the cylinder's telescopic rod is perpendicular to the horizontal plane; The support frame is equipped with a fixed pulley, one end of the pull rope is connected to the telescopic rod, and the other end of the pull rope passes around the fixed pulley and is connected to the cover.
[0016] In the above solution, the first driving component uses a combination of a cylinder and a pull rope, which can provide sufficient pulling force to drive the cover to flip and maintain the position of the flipped cover, giving the operator ample time to operate.
[0017] Optionally, the accessory supply device further includes a feeding rail, which is disposed on the support frame, with the first end of the feeding rail higher than the last end of the feeding rail; The accessory supply device also includes a return track, which is mounted on the support frame, with the first end of the return track higher than the last end.
[0018] In the above solution, by setting up feeding and return tracks on the support frame, it is possible to facilitate the transport of full storage boxes and the return of empty storage boxes, thereby increasing the convenience of operation for workers and avoiding affecting the assembly progress.
[0019] Optionally, the detection module includes a detection frame and a detection component. The detection component is disposed on the detection frame and located in the material receiving direction of the storage device. The detection component is used to detect the vehicle model of the vehicle to be assembled.
[0020] In the above solution, the inspection piece is supported on the material receiving direction of the storage device by the inspection rack. Before the vehicle to be assembled is moved into place, the model of the vehicle to be assembled can be detected by the inspection piece, so that the corresponding cover can be opened and the staff can take out the parts, reducing waiting time and increasing work efficiency.
[0021] Optionally, the detection component includes a first height detection device and a second height detection device, and the detection module is electrically connected to the first height detection device and the second height detection device; the first height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the top of the vehicle body to be assembled, the second height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the hood of the vehicle body to be assembled, and the control module determines the vehicle model to be assembled based on the height information of the top of the vehicle body and the height information of the hood.
[0022] In the above solution, the vehicle model is determined by detecting the height of the roof and the hood using a first height detection device and a second height detection device. The detection method is simple, reduces the cost of detection equipment, and ensures the accuracy of the detection results.
[0023] Optionally, the first height detection device includes a first laser emitting device and a first laser receiving device, which are positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction. The first laser emitting device is used to emit a first detection light towards the first laser receiving device, and the first laser receiving device determines the height information of the top of the vehicle body by whether or not it receives the first detection light. And / or, the second height detection device includes a second laser emitting device and a second laser receiving device, the second laser emitting device and the second laser receiving device being positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction, the second laser emitting device emitting a second detection light toward the second laser receiving device, and the second laser receiving device determining the height information of the hood by whether or not it receives the second detection light.
[0024] The above solution uses laser emission and reception to determine the height of the vehicle to be assembled, thereby identifying the vehicle model. The structure is simple, requires no complex testing equipment, and reduces costs. Attached Figure Description
[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an accessory supply device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a storage device in an accessory supply apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of a detection module provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0027] Figure label: 1. Storage device; 11. Storage box; 12. Cover; 13. First driving component; 131. Cylinder; 132. Pull rope; 2. Detection module; 22. Detection component; 221. First laser emitting device; 222. First laser receiving device; 223. Second laser emitting device; 224. Second laser receiving device; 3. Vehicle to be assembled; 4. Bearing plate; 5. Residual material detection component; 51. Pressure sensor; 52. Drive plate; 6. Second driving component; 7. Accessories; 8. Support frame; 81. Fixed pulley; 82. Feeding track; 821. First roller; 83. Return track; 831. Second roller. Detailed Implementation
[0028] In the embodiments of this application, the terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," "fifth," and "sixth" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined with "first," "second," "third," "fourth," "fifth," and "sixth" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.
[0029] In embodiments of this application, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover 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. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.
[0030] "A and / or B" includes the following three combinations: A only, B only, and a combination of A and B.
[0031] In the embodiments of this application, "parallel," "perpendicular," and "equal" include the described situation and situations similar to the described situation, where the range of similarity is within an acceptable deviation range, which is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism can be, for example, a deviation within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity can also be, for example, a deviation within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate equality can be, for example, a difference between the two equals being less than or equal to 5% of either one.
[0032] Combination Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application embodiment provides an accessory supply device, which includes a detection module 2, a control module, and multiple storage devices 1.
[0033] like Figure 2As shown, each storage device 1 includes a storage box 11, a cover 12, and a first driving member 13. The storage box 11 has a receiving cavity for storing accessories 7. One or more accessories 7 are placed in the receiving cavity. The accessories 7 can be shock-absorbing blocks, etc., without limitation. The top of the storage box 11 has a pick-and-place port communicating with the receiving cavity. Accessories 7 can be put into the receiving cavity through the pick-and-place port, or removed from the receiving cavity through the pick-and-place port. The cover 12 closes the pick-and-place port. The first driving member 13 is connected to the cover 12 so that the cover 12 can be opened or closed by the driving member. The control module, the detection module 2, and the multiple first driving members 13 are all electrically connected. The detection module 2 is used to detect the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled. The control module can control the corresponding first driving member 13 to open the cover 12 according to the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled, thereby making the corresponding pick-and-place port open. The operator can take out the accessories 7 in the storage box 11 through the pick-and-place port for assembly.
[0034] The parts supply device provided in this disclosure includes multiple storage devices 1 to store parts 7 of different specifications. In the non-assembly state, the cover 12 closes the access port of the storage box 11. The parts supply device includes a detection module 2 and a control module. During assembly, the detection module 2 detects the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled, and the control module controls the corresponding first drive component 13 to open the cover 12 according to the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled. The staff takes the parts 7 from the storage box 11 and assembles them onto the vehicle body. This method can ensure that the parts 7 taken by the staff are compatible with the vehicle, without the need for repeated take-up and trial and error, thus increasing assembly efficiency.
[0035] In some implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, the accessory supply device also includes a support plate 4, a balance detection component 5, and a second driving component 6. The support plate 4 is disposed inside the storage box 11 and slides in cooperation with the storage box 11. The storage box 11 should have a certain depth, which can be perpendicular to the horizontal plane or form an angle with it, without limitation. The plane of the support plate 4 is perpendicular to the depth direction of the storage box 11, and the sliding direction of the support plate 4 is parallel to the depth direction of the storage box 11. The support plate 4 is used to support the accessory 7, i.e., the accessory 7 is placed above the support plate 4. When the support plate 4 moves, it can drive the accessory 7 above it to move towards or away from the pick-up / drop-off port. The second driving component 6 is connected to both the storage box 11 and the support plate 4. The second driving component 6 is used to drive the support plate 4 to move along the depth direction of the storage box 11. The balance detection component 5 is used to detect the remaining amount of the accessory 7 inside the storage box 11. Both the remaining quantity detection component 5 and the second driving component 6 are electrically connected to the control module. The control module controls the second driving component 6 to move the support plate 4 according to the remaining quantity of the accessory 7, so that the accessory 7 is close to the pick-up and drop-off port.
[0036] For example, in the initial state, the second driving component 6 moves the support plate 4 to its lowest position, at which point the capacity of the receiving cavity is at its maximum. Workers place several parts 7 into the receiving cavity, and the support plate 4 supports the parts 7. As production progresses, the amount of parts 7 in the receiving cavity gradually decreases, increasing the distance between the top-level parts 7 and the pick-and-place port. The remaining quantity detection component 5 detects this change and sends feedback to the control module. When the control module receives a value lower than the first capacity, it controls the second driving component 6 to move the support plate 4 upwards by a first distance, bringing the top-level parts 7 closer to the pick-and-place port. As production continues, when the control module receives a value lower than the second capacity, it controls the second driving component 6 to move the support plate 4 upwards by a second distance, bringing the top-level parts 7 closer to the pick-and-place port, and so on. The first capacity, second capacity, first distance, and second distance can be designed according to actual needs without limitation, aiming to increase the ease of operation for workers. Conversely, when accessory 7 is used up and is added, the weight on the support plate 4 increases with the addition of accessory 7. The control module controls the second drive component 6 to move the support plate 4 downward to add accessory 7.
[0037] In this design, the remaining amount of accessory 7 in the cavity can be detected by the remaining amount detection component 5. As accessory 7 is used, the remaining amount of accessory 7 decreases. At this time, the control module can control the second drive component 6 to move the support plate 4 toward the pick-up and drop-off port, so that accessory 7 is closer to the pick-up and drop-off port, increasing the convenience for staff to pick up accessory 7.
[0038] In some implementations, reference continues. Figure 2 The remaining weight detection component 5 includes a pressure sensor 51 and a drive plate 52. The drive plate 52 is parallel to and spaced apart from the support plate 4, and is located below the support plate 4. The pressure sensor 51 is disposed between the drive plate 52 and the support plate 4, with one end of the pressure sensor 51 connected to the drive plate 52 and the other end connected to the support plate 4, so that the drive plate 52 supports the pressure sensor 51, and the pressure sensor 51 supports the support plate 4. The pressure sensor 51 is electrically connected to the control module and is used to detect the weight borne by the support plate 4 to determine the remaining weight of the accessory 7, and feeds it back to the control module. The second drive component 6 is connected to both the drive plate 52 and the storage box 11, and supports the drive plate 52.
[0039] In this design, the balance detection component 5 includes a pressure sensor 51 and a drive board 52. The pressure sensor 51 detects the weight of the component 7 on the drive board 52. When the detected weight of the component 7 decreases, it indicates that the balance of the component 7 has decreased. This provides a direct feedback on the balance of the component 7, and the detection result is accurate.
[0040] In other embodiments, the balance detection element 5 includes a laser emitter and a laser receiver, both disposed inside the receiving cavity and connected to the storage box 11. The laser emitter emits a laser signal along a depth direction perpendicular to the storage box 11, and the laser receiver receives the laser signal emitted by the laser emitter. When there are enough accessories 7 in the receiving cavity, the laser signal emitted by the laser emitter can be blocked by the accessories 7, and the laser receiver cannot receive the laser signal. When the balance of the accessories 7 decreases, the laser signal emitted by the laser emitter will not be blocked by the accessories 7, and the laser receiver will send a corresponding balance decrease signal after receiving the laser signal.
[0041] In this design, the remaining quantity detection component 5 adopts a laser emitter and laser receiver design, which is simple in structure and can ensure the accuracy of the detection results.
[0042] It is evident that the design of the remaining quantity detection component 5 is unrestricted and can be designed according to actual needs.
[0043] In some embodiments, the second driving component 6 includes an electric push rod, the bottom end of which is connected to the bottom end of the storage box 11. The connection method can be a hinge or the like. The electric push rod includes a telescopic rod, the top end of which is connected to the bottom end of the drive plate 52. The connection method can be a hinge or the like. The design can be customized according to actual needs.
[0044] In this design, the second drive component 6 adopts an electric push rod design, which is simple to receive and has sufficient driving force to meet the needs of long-distance movement of the support plate 4.
[0045] In other embodiments, the second drive member 6 may also be designed as a cylinder 131 or a hydraulic cylinder, and the installation method of the cylinder 131 or the hydraulic cylinder is the same as the connection method of the electric push rod, which will not be described in detail here.
[0046] It is evident that the design of the second driving component 6 is unrestricted and can be tailored to specific needs.
[0047] In some implementations, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the accessory supply device includes a support frame 8, and a storage box 11 is mounted on the support frame 8.
[0048] With this design, the support frame 8 can support the storage box 11 at a specified height, thereby increasing the convenience for staff to retrieve the accessories 7.
[0049] In some embodiments, the cover 12 is hinged to the storage box 11, and the hinge axis of the cover 12 is parallel to the horizontal plane, so that the cover 12 can be flipped relative to the storage box 11. The hinge position of the cover 12 should be away from the operator, so that the cover 12 opens in a direction away from the operator, making it convenient for the operator to retrieve the accessory 7. One end of the first drive member 13 is connected to the support frame 8, and the other end is connected to the cover 12.
[0050] In this design, the first driving component 13 is mounted on the support frame 8, which provides a stable support foundation for the first driving component 13 and increases the stability of the installation of the first driving component 13. Furthermore, the first driving component 13 unfolds or closes by driving the cover 12 to rotate around the hinge axis, which is simple in structure and convenient in operation.
[0051] In other embodiments, the cover 12 is hinged to the support frame 8, and the hinge axis of the cover 12 is parallel to the horizontal plane, so that the cover 12 can be rotated relative to the support frame 8. One end of the first drive member 13 is connected to the support frame 8, and the other end is connected to the cover 12.
[0052] In this design, the cover 12 and the storage box 11 are designed separately, and the cover 12 can be closed or opened. At this time, the storage box 11 can be detachably mounted on the support frame 8. For example, when the accessories 7 in the storage box 11 are used up, the storage box 11 full of accessories 7 can be directly replaced, increasing the flexibility of use.
[0053] As can be seen, the closing method of the cover 12 is not limited and can be designed according to actual needs.
[0054] In some implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, the first driving component 13 includes a cylinder 131 and a pull rope 132. The cylinder 131 is connected to the support frame 8. The axis of the telescopic rod of the cylinder 131 is perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The cylinder 131 includes a telescopic rod and can drive the telescopic rod to move in a direction perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The support frame 8 is provided with a fixed pulley 81, which is located above the cylinder 131. One end of the pull rope 132 is connected to the telescopic rod of the cylinder 131, and the other end of the pull rope 132 passes around the fixed pulley 81 and is connected to the cover 12.
[0055] In this design, the first driving component 13 uses a combination of cylinder 131 and pull rope 132 to provide sufficient pulling force to drive the cover 12 to flip and maintain the position of the flipped cover 12, so that the operator has enough time to operate.
[0056] In some other embodiments, the first driving member 13 includes a driving cylinder 131, one end of which is hinged to the support frame 8 and the other end of which is hinged to the cover 12. The cover 12 is flipped by the extension and retraction of the driving cylinder 131.
[0057] It is evident that the design of the first driving component 13 is unrestricted and can be designed according to actual needs.
[0058] In some implementations, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the accessory supply device also includes a feeding track 82, which is mounted on the support frame 8. The first end of the feeding track 82 is higher than the second end. In one example, the first end of the feeding track 82 is the end away from the worker, and the second end is the end closer to the worker. When external machinery or workers place the full storage box 11 on the feeding track 82, the full storage box 11 can slide towards the worker, making it easy for the worker to pick up the full storage box 11 for corresponding operations.
[0059] The accessory supply device also includes a return track 83, which is mounted on the support frame 8. The first end of the return track 83 is higher than the second end. In one example, the first end of the return track 83 is the end closer to the worker, and the second end is the end farther away from the worker. When the worker places an empty storage box 11 on the return track 83, the storage box 11 can move away from the worker, making it easy for external machinery or workers to retrieve the empty storage box 11.
[0060] With this design, by setting the feeding track 82 and the return track 83 on the support frame 8, it is convenient to transport the full storage box 11 and return the empty storage box 11, which increases the convenience of operation for workers and avoids affecting the assembly progress.
[0061] In some implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, the feeding track 82 is provided with a plurality of first rollers 821, which are spaced apart along the feeding direction of the feeding track 82, and the axis of the first rollers 821 is parallel to the horizontal plane. The return track 83 is provided with a plurality of second rollers 831, which are spaced apart along the return direction of the return track 83, and the axis of the second rollers 831 is parallel to the horizontal plane.
[0062] In this design, the smoothness of movement of the storage box 11 can be increased by setting the first roller 821 and the second roller 831.
[0063] In some implementations, such as Figure 3 As shown, the detection module 2 includes a detection frame and a detection component 22. The detection component 22 is set on the detection frame and located in the material receiving direction of the storage device 1. The detection component 22 is used to detect the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled.
[0064] In this design, the inspection piece 22 is supported on the material receiving direction of the storage device 1 by the inspection frame. Before the vehicle to be assembled 3 is moved into place, the model of the vehicle to be assembled 3 can be detected by the inspection piece 22 to open the corresponding cover 12. The staff can then take out the parts 7, reducing waiting time and increasing work efficiency.
[0065] In some embodiments, the detection component 22 includes a first height detection device and a second height detection device, and the detection module 2 is electrically connected to the first height detection device and the second height detection device; the first height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the top of the vehicle body 3 to be assembled, and the second height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the hood of the vehicle body 3 to be assembled, and the control module determines the model of the vehicle body 3 to be assembled based on the height information of the top of the vehicle body and the height information of the hood.
[0066] In this design, the vehicle model is determined by detecting the height of the roof and the hood using a first height detection device and a second height detection device. The detection method is simple, reduces the cost of detection equipment, and ensures the accuracy of the detection results.
[0067] In other embodiments, the detection component 22 includes a camera device that acquires image information of the vehicle 3 to be assembled and compares it with a pre-stored model number to determine the model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled.
[0068] It is evident that the design of the testing component 22 is unrestricted and can be designed according to actual needs.
[0069] In some implementations, reference continues. Figure 3 The first height detection device includes a first laser emitting device 221 and a first laser receiving device 222. The first laser emitting device 221 and the first laser receiving device 222 are positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction. The first laser emitting device 221 is used to emit a first detection light towards the first laser receiving device 222. The first laser receiving device 222 determines the height information of the top of the vehicle body by whether or not it receives the first detection light.
[0070] The second height detection device includes a second laser emitting device 223 and a second laser receiving device 224. The second laser emitting device 223 and the second laser receiving device 224 are positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction. The second laser emitting device 223 emits a second detection light toward the second laser receiving device 224. The second laser receiving device 224 determines the height information of the hood by whether or not it receives the second detection light.
[0071] For example, the vehicle to be assembled, 3, includes a first model and a second model. The roof height of the first model is higher than that of the second model, and the hood height of the first model is higher than that of the second model. The first laser emitting device 221 and the first laser receiving device 222 are designed to be positioned higher than the roof height of the second model and lower than the roof height of the first model. The second laser emitting device 223 and the second laser receiving device 224 are configured to be positioned higher than the hood height of the second model and lower than the hood height of the first model.
[0072] When the vehicle 3 to be assembled moves to the inspection station, if the first laser receiver 222 receives the first detection light and the second laser receiver 224 receives the second detection light, then the vehicle model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled is determined to be the second model. If the first laser receiver 222 does not receive the first detection light and the second laser receiver 224 does not receive the second detection light, then the vehicle model of the vehicle 3 to be assembled is determined to be the first model.
[0073] This design method uses laser emission and reception to determine the height of the vehicle to be assembled, thereby identifying the vehicle model. It has a simple structure, requires no complex testing equipment, and reduces costs.
[0074] In other embodiments, the first height detection device and the second height detection device are used to detect the height of the vehicle body roof and the height of the hood top. The vehicle to be assembled 3 includes a first model and a second model. The first model has a first height on the vehicle body roof, a second height on the hood top of the first model, a third height on the vehicle body roof of the second model, and a fourth height on the hood top of the second model.
[0075] When the vehicle to be assembled 3 moves to the inspection station, if the first height detection device detects that the top height of the vehicle body is at the first height and the top height of the hood is at the second height, then the vehicle to be assembled 3 is determined to be a first model. If the second height detection device detects that the top height of the vehicle body is at the third height and the top height of the hood is at the fourth height, then the vehicle to be assembled 3 is determined to be a second model.
[0076] It is evident that there are no restrictions on the design of the first and second height detection devices or the height information acquired; the design can be tailored to actual needs.
[0077] In the description of the embodiments of this application, specific features, structures, materials or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0078] The above are merely specific embodiments of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. An accessory supply device, characterized in that, include: Multiple storage devices (1), each of the storage devices (1) includes a storage box (11), a cover (12) and a first drive (13). The storage box (11) is provided with a receiving cavity for storing accessories (7). The top of the storage box (11) is provided with a pick-up and put-out port communicating with the receiving cavity. The cover (12) covers the pick-up and put-out port. The first drive (13) is connected to the cover (12). The detection module (2) and the control module are electrically connected to the detection module (2) and the multiple first drive components (13). The detection module (2) is used to detect the model of the vehicle (3) to be assembled. The control module can control the corresponding first drive component (13) to open the cover (12) according to the model of the vehicle (3) to be assembled.
2. The accessory supply device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The accessory (7) providing device further includes a support plate (4), a balance detection component (5), and a second driving component (6). The support plate (4) is disposed inside the storage box (11) and slides in cooperation with the storage box (11). The sliding direction of the support plate (4) is parallel to the depth direction of the storage box (11). The support plate (4) is used to support the accessory (7). The second driving component (6) is connected to both the storage box (11) and the support plate (4). The second driving component (6) is used to drive the support plate (4) to move. The balance detection component (5) is used to detect the balance of the accessory (7) inside the storage box (11). The remaining amount detection component (5) and the second driving component (6) are both electrically connected to the control module. The control module controls the second driving component (6) to move the support plate (4) according to the remaining amount of the accessory (7), so that the accessory (7) is close to the pick-and-place port.
3. The accessory supply device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The remaining quantity detection component (5) includes a pressure sensor (51) and a drive plate (52). The drive plate (52) is parallel to and spaced apart from the support plate (4). The pressure sensor (51) is located between the drive plate (52) and the support plate (4). The pressure sensor (51) is electrically connected to the control module. The pressure sensor (51) is used to detect the weight carried by the support plate (4) to determine the remaining quantity of the accessory (7). The second drive component (6) is connected to both the drive plate (52) and the storage box (11).
4. The accessory supply device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The accessory (7) providing device includes a support frame (8), and the storage box (11) is disposed on the support frame (8).
5. The accessory supply device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cover (12) is hinged to the storage box (11), and one end of the first drive member (13) is connected to the support frame (8), and the other end is connected to the cover (12).
6. The accessory supply device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first driving component (13) includes a cylinder (131) and a pull rope (132). The cylinder (131) is connected to the support frame (8). The axis of the telescopic rod of the cylinder (131) is perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The support frame (8) is provided with a fixed pulley (81), one end of the pull rope (132) is connected to the telescopic rod, and the other end of the pull rope (132) passes around the fixed pulley (81) and is connected to the cover (12).
7. The accessory supply device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The accessory (7) providing device also includes a feeding rail (82), which is disposed on the support frame (8), with the first end of the feeding rail (82) higher than the last end of the feeding rail (82); The accessory (7) providing device also includes a return track (83), which is disposed on the support frame (8), with the first end of the return track (83) higher than the last end of the return track (83).
8. The accessory supply device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The detection module (2) includes a detection frame and a detection component (22). The detection component (22) is set on the detection frame and located in the material receiving direction of the storage device (1). The detection component (22) is used to detect the model of the vehicle (3) to be assembled.
9. The accessory supply device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The detection component (22) includes a first height detection device and a second height detection device. The detection module (2) is electrically connected to the first height detection device and the second height detection device. The first height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the top of the vehicle body (3) to be assembled. The second height detection device is adapted to detect the height information of the hood of the vehicle body (3) to be assembled. The control module determines the model of the vehicle body (3) to be assembled based on the height information of the top of the vehicle body and the height information of the hood.
10. The accessory supply device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first height detection device includes a first laser emitting device (221) and a first laser receiving device (222). The first laser emitting device (221) and the first laser receiving device (222) are positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction. The first laser emitting device (221) emits a first detection light toward the first laser receiving device (222). The first laser receiving device (222) determines the height information of the top of the vehicle body by whether or not it receives the first detection light. And / or, the second height detection device includes a second laser emitting device (223) and a second laser receiving device (224), the second laser emitting device (223) and the second laser receiving device (224) being positioned opposite each other in the horizontal direction, the second laser emitting device (223) emitting a second detection light toward the second laser receiving device (224), and the second laser receiving device (224) determining the height information of the hood by whether or not it receives the second detection light.