Assembly apparatus

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application provides an assembly device. The assembly device comprises a support frame, a driving mechanism, a transmission mechanism and an executing mechanism. The support frame comprises a first support plate, a second support plate and a first connecting part. The driving mechanism is connected with the first support plate and can move along a first direction relative to the first support plate. The transmission mechanism has opposite first and second ends, the first end is hinged with the driving mechanism; the transmission mechanism comprises a second connecting part, the second connecting part is rotatably connected with the first connecting part, and when the driving mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction, the second connecting part rotates relative to the first connecting part. The executing mechanism is arranged on the second support plate, the second end of the transmission mechanism can drive the executing mechanism to move along a second direction, and the executing mechanism is used for driving a component part to move along the second direction. The assembly device provided by the embodiment of the present application has the advantages of simple structure, high force utilization rate and high precision of driving the component part to move.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of product assembly equipment technology, and more particularly to an assembly device. Background Technology

[0002] In the manufacturing industry, the automated assembly and testing of products requires a large number of actions involving the installation or testing of components. During the installation or testing of components, changes in the direction of movement of these components are involved.

[0003] For example, when assembling or inserting components, it is necessary to convert the vertical movement of the components into horizontal movement. Assembly equipment includes multi-stage transmission mechanisms to achieve this conversion. For instance, a typical assembly device uses the hard friction between a guide block and a guide shaft to press down on a lower guide block, causing a slider to slide on a slide rail, thus achieving the conversion from vertical downward pressure to horizontal pushing. This assembly device includes two sets of slide rails, one set of slider guide shafts, and three-stage motion carrier plates, completing the change of component orientation through multi-stage motion conversion. The assembly equipment has a complex structure, and the components at each stage are in hard contact. Due to friction and pressure, most of the operating force is consumed in the friction process, reducing the force transmitted to the components and lowering the effective utilization rate of the force. Secondly, multi-stage transmission mechanisms and multi-layered structures are prone to error accumulation, leading to deviations in the component paths, reducing the movement accuracy of the components, and making testing or installation inconvenient. Furthermore, the hard contact causes wear and deformation of the guide block after long-term use, further reducing movement accuracy.

[0004] Related technologies and assembly equipment have complex structures, low force utilization, and low precision in driving the movement of components. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides an assembly device with a simple structure, high force utilization, and high precision in driving the movement of components.

[0006] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide an assembly device, including a support frame, a drive mechanism, a transmission mechanism, and an actuator. The support frame includes a first support plate, a second support plate, and a first connecting portion, with the first and second support plates spaced apart along a first direction. The first connecting portion is located on the side of the first support plate facing the second support plate. The drive mechanism is connected to the first support plate and is movable relative to the first support plate along the first direction. The transmission mechanism has a first end and a second end opposite to each other along its extension direction, with the first end hinged to the drive mechanism. The transmission mechanism includes a second connecting portion located between the first end and the second support plate, rotatably connected to the first connecting portion. When the drive mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction, the second connecting portion rotates relative to the first connecting portion. The actuator is located on the second support plate. When the drive mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction, the second end of the transmission mechanism can drive the actuator to move along a second direction. The actuator is used to drive components to move along the second direction; wherein the second direction intersects the first direction.

[0007] The assembly equipment provided in this application embodiment includes a support frame, a drive mechanism, a transmission mechanism, and an execution mechanism. The support frame includes a first support plate, a second support plate, and a first connecting portion. The first and second support plates are spaced apart along a first direction, and the first connecting portion is located on the side of the first support plate facing the second support plate. The drive mechanism is connected to the first support plate and can move relative to the first support plate along the first direction. The execution mechanism is located on the second support plate. The support frame can provide stable support for other components in the assembly equipment. The transmission mechanism has a first end and a second end opposite to each other along the extension direction of the transmission mechanism. The first end is hinged to the drive mechanism. Therefore, when the force of the drive mechanism is transmitted to the transmission mechanism, the friction loss is small, resulting in a high force utilization rate. The transmission mechanism includes a second connecting portion located between the first end and the second support plate. The second connecting portion is rotatably connected to the first connecting portion. When the drive mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction, the second connecting portion rotates relative to the first connecting portion. Therefore, the movement of the second end of the transmission mechanism relative to the first end can be equivalent to a lever action, resulting in less force loss in the transmission mechanism and further improving the force utilization rate. The second end of the transmission mechanism can drive the actuator to move in the second direction. The actuator is used to drive the parts to move in the second direction, and the loss is small when the force is transmitted from the transmission mechanism to the actuator. The assembly equipment can transmit the force of the drive mechanism to the actuator through a single-stage transmission mechanism, making the structure of the assembly equipment relatively simple. The assembly equipment has fewer structural parts, and the error accumulation of the structural parts is also smaller. This results in a smaller deviation in the movement path of the actuator when the movement of the drive mechanism is transmitted to it, and thus a higher accuracy in the movement of the parts.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application includes a transmission mechanism comprising a first transmission member and a second transmission member. The end of the first transmission member facing the second transmission member is designated as a third end, and the end of the second transmission member facing the first transmission member is designated as a fourth end. The third and fourth ends are hinged together. The first end is located on the side of the first transmission member facing away from the second transmission member, and the second end is located on the side of the second transmission member facing away from the first transmission member. A second connecting portion is disposed between the fourth and second ends of the second transmission member. Therefore, the movement direction of the actuator (i.e., the second direction) can be set according to specific needs, resulting in less loss and higher force utilization when force is transmitted from the first transmission member to the second transmission member. Furthermore, the movement deviation of the first transmission member has a smaller impact on the second transmission member, and the movement accuracy of the second transmission member is higher.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application has a first transmission member that is arc-shaped, with its concave surface facing the first connecting portion. This results in minimal force loss between the first and second transmission members, and minimal change in the direction of movement of the second end of the second transmission member, while allowing the first transmission member to change its direction of movement to a greater extent within a limited travel distance.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application includes a first transmission member with an elongated hole extending along an arc-shaped direction at its first end. The drive mechanism has a mounting hole. The assembly equipment also includes a connector, which is inserted into the elongated hole and the mounting hole. The connector is fixedly connected to the drive mechanism through the mounting hole and can move within the elongated hole. The elongated hole provides a floating space for the connector's movement, preventing hard contact between the drive mechanism and the first transmission member, reducing force loss, and improving force utilization. Furthermore, the length of the elongated hole can be set according to the movement error of the drive mechanism. The elongated hole can compensate for the movement error of the drive mechanism, resulting in higher movement accuracy of the transmission mechanism, and consequently, higher movement accuracy of the actuator.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application includes an actuator with a recessed groove facing the second support plate. The transmission mechanism includes a push rod located at the second end, situated within the groove with a clearance fit. The push rod can drive the actuator to move along a second direction. Therefore, the cooperation between the push rod and the groove allows vertical movement to be converted into horizontal movement, facilitating product testing or assembly.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application embodiment has a guide rail extending in a second direction on the side of the second support plate facing the first support plate. The actuator includes a body and a slider connected to the body, with a groove provided in the body. The slider can move along the guide rail in the second direction to guide the movement of the actuator in the second direction. This results in higher accuracy of the actuator's movement in the second direction, and consequently, higher accuracy of the movement of components in the second direction.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application includes a third support plate in the support frame. The third support plate is disposed on one side of the second support plate along the second direction and connected to the second support plate. The third support plate is provided with a guide sleeve. The actuator includes a guide shaft with a fifth end and a sixth end disposed opposite to each other along the second direction. The fifth end of the guide shaft is connected to the main body, and the sixth end of the guide shaft is used to connect to a component. The guide shaft passes through the guide sleeve and is movable in the guide sleeve along the second direction to provide secondary guidance for the movement of the actuator along the second direction. The guiding accuracy of the secondary guidance is greater than that of the primary guidance, thereby further improving the accuracy of the actuator's movement along the second direction.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application further includes an actuator, which is detachably connected to the sixth end of the guide shaft, so that the actuator can be adapted to different components. This increases the applicability of the assembly equipment.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application further includes an elastic element that abuts between the actuator and the third support plate, or the elastic element abuts between the body and the third support plate. This can compensate for the problem of insufficient travel of the actuator in the second direction.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application embodiment has a drive rod as the driving mechanism. The drive rod is inserted into a first support plate, and its length is adjustable to adjust the stroke of the actuator along the second direction. Changes in the length of the drive rod can cause changes in the stroke of the actuator along the second direction. Therefore, by adjusting the length of the drive rod, the stroke of the actuator along the second direction can be changed, increasing the usability of the assembly equipment. Furthermore, when wear of structural components in the assembly equipment leads to a decrease in the movement accuracy of the actuator, the movement accuracy can be restored by adjusting the length of the drive rod without replacing the structural components, resulting in lower maintenance costs for the assembly equipment.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the assembly equipment provided in this application embodiment further includes a power mechanism, which is disposed on a first support plate and is used to drive a drive mechanism to move along a first direction. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 A diagram illustrating the usage status of the assembly equipment provided in this application embodiment;

[0021] Figure 3 Another usage state diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0022] Figure 4 Another structural schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0023] Figure 5 This is another structural schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the product;

[0025] Figure 7 An exploded view of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0026] Figure 8 Another exploded view of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0027] Figure 9 An exploded view of the transmission mechanism in the manufacturer's equipment provided in this application embodiment;

[0028] Figure 10 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0029] Figure 11 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 10. Assemble equipment;

[0032] 100. Support frame; 110. First support plate;

[0033] 120. Second support plate; 121. Guide rail;

[0034] 130. First connecting part; 131. First through hole;

[0035] 140. Side panels;

[0036] 150. Third support plate; 151. Guide sleeve;

[0037] 200. Drive mechanism; 210. Mounting hole; 220. Mounting lug;

[0038] 230. First paragraph; 240. Second paragraph;

[0039] 300, Transmission mechanism; 300a, First end; 300b, Second end;

[0040] 310. Second connecting part; 311. Second through hole;

[0041] 320, First transmission component; 320a, Third end; 321, Third connecting part; 3211, Third through hole; 322, Elongated hole;

[0042] 330, Second transmission component; 330a, Fourth end; 331, Fourth connecting part; 3311, Fourth through hole;

[0043] 340. Putter;

[0044] 400, Actuator; 410, Groove; 420, Opening; 430, Body; 440, Slider;

[0045] 450, guide shaft; 450a, fifth end; 450b, sixth end;

[0046] 460. Execution component; 470. Transfer component;

[0047] 510, First pin; 520, Second pin;

[0048] 600. Connecting component; 610. Third pin;

[0049] 700. Elastic components;

[0050] 800, Power mechanism; 800a, Quick clamp;

[0051] 810. Handle; 820. Adapter assembly; 830. Base; 840. Limiting component;

[0052] 20. Product; 21. Component; 21a. Test head; 22. Product body; 23. Connector;

[0053] X: Length direction; Y: Width direction; Z: Height direction;

[0054] D1, first direction; D2, second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0055] The terminology used in the implementation section of this application is only for explaining specific embodiments of this application and is not intended to limit this application. The implementation of the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0056] This application provides an assembly device with a simple structure, high force utilization, and high precision in driving the movement of components.

[0057] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a diagram showing the usage status of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 3 Another usage state diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 4 Another structural schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 5 This is another structural schematic diagram of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the product. Among them, Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between components and connectors. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection and disconnection between components and connectors. Figure 4 and Figure 5 One side plate of the support frame for the assembly equipment has been omitted.

[0058] See Figures 1 to 6As shown, the assembly equipment 10 provided in this embodiment includes a support frame 100, a drive mechanism 200, a transmission mechanism 300, and an execution mechanism 400. The support frame 100 includes a first support plate 110, a second support plate 120, and a first connecting portion 130. The first support plate 110 and the second support plate 120 are spaced apart along a first direction D1, and the first connecting portion 130 is located on the side of the first support plate 110 facing the second support plate 120. The drive mechanism 200 is connected to the first support plate 110 and is movable relative to the first support plate 110 along the first direction D1. The transmission mechanism 300 has a first end 300a and a second end 300b opposite to each other along the extension direction of the transmission mechanism 300. The first end 300a is hinged to the drive mechanism 200. The transmission mechanism 300 includes a second connecting portion 310, which is disposed between the first end 300a and the second support plate 120. The second connecting portion 310 is rotatably connected to the first connecting portion 130. When the driving mechanism 200 drives the first end 300a to move along the first direction D1, the second connecting portion 310 rotates relative to the first connecting portion 130. The actuator 400 is disposed on the second support plate 120. When the driving mechanism 200 drives the first end 300a to move along the first direction D1, the second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 can drive the actuator 400 to move along the second direction D2. The actuator 400 is used to drive the component 21 to move along the second direction D2. The second direction D2 intersects the first direction D1.

[0059] Assembly equipment 10 is used to assemble product 20, which includes a product body 22 and components 21. When product 20 is a consumer electronics product 20, product body 22 can be a circuit board of the electronic device, and components 21 can be components (such as connectors) that need to be mounted on the circuit board in the electronic device. Assembly equipment 10 is used to assemble the connectors onto the circuit board. When product 20 is a vehicle or other means of transportation, product body 22 can be the vehicle body, and components 21 can be the vehicle door. When product 20 is a rack server, components 21 can be nodes installed in the rack. When product 20 is an energy storage device, product body 22 can be a battery module, and components 21 can be a control module. Product 20 can also be aerospace equipment or industrial equipment.

[0060] The product body 22 can be a circuit board with a connector 23 (e.g., a horizontal connector) on it. The connector 23 needs to be tested for continuity. The component 21 can be a test head 21a for testing the continuity of the connector 23 on the circuit board. The test head 21a is inserted into the connector 23 to test the continuity performance of the structure. When testing the connector 23, the test head 21a needs to be inserted into the connector 23 from the side of the circuit board. At this time, the moving direction of the actuator 400 in the assembly equipment 10 needs to be changed from a direction perpendicular to the circuit board to a direction parallel to the circuit board, so that the actuator 400 can insert the test head 21a into the connector 23 from the side of the circuit board.

[0061] Please continue reading Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the assembly equipment 10 includes a support frame 100. The outline of the support frame 100 can be a cuboid structure. The support frame 100 has a length direction X, a width direction Y, and a height direction Z. The first direction D1 can be consistent with the height direction Z of the support frame 100, and the second direction D2 intersects the first direction D1. For example, the second direction D2 can be consistent with the width direction Y, the second direction D2 can be consistent with the length direction X, or any direction on the plane formed by the length direction X and the width direction Y. The second direction D2 can also be a direction that intersects the first direction D1 and also intersects the plane formed by the length direction X and the width direction Y. The second direction D2 can be a straight line, an arc, or a curve. Figures 1 to 5 In the embodiment shown, the second direction D2 is consistent with the length direction X.

[0062] The support frame 100 includes a first support plate 110, a second support plate 120, and three side plates 140. The first support plate 110 and the second support plate 120 are spaced apart along a first direction D1. The side plates 140 extend along the first direction D1, with one end of the side plate 140 connected to the first support plate 110 and the other end of the side plate 140 connected to the second support plate 120. The first support plate 110, the second support plate 120, and the side plates 140 form the frame structure of the support frame 100. The assembly equipment 10 can be mounted on the base via the second support plate 120 or the side plates 140.

[0063] The drive mechanism 200 can be mounted on the first support plate 110, and the drive mechanism 200 can move back and forth relative to the first support plate 110 along the first direction D1. The drive mechanism 200 provides driving force to the transmission mechanism 300, and the stroke of the drive mechanism 200 can determine the stroke of the actuator 400. The first support plate 110 can provide stable support for the drive mechanism 200, so that the drive mechanism 200 moves with high precision along the first direction D1.

[0064] The transmission mechanism 300 can be elongated, wavy, or irregularly shaped. The dimension of the transmission mechanism 300 in one direction is larger than its dimensions in other directions; this direction is the extension direction of the transmission mechanism 300. The transmission mechanism 300 has a first end 300a and a second end 300b opposite each other along its extension direction.

[0065] The first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300 is hinged to the drive mechanism 200. Specifically, the first end 300a can be hinged to the drive mechanism 200 via a hinge, a ball joint hinge, or a connecting rod hinge. Because the drive mechanism 200 is hinged to the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300, when the drive mechanism 200 moves, it can apply a force to the transmission mechanism 300, allowing the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300 to move along a first direction X. Since the drive mechanism 200 and the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300 are hinged, they are not in hard contact. The friction between the drive mechanism 200 and the transmission mechanism 300 is relatively small. When the force from the drive mechanism 200 is transmitted to the transmission mechanism 300, friction loss is minimal, resulting in low force loss and high force utilization.

[0066] Figure 7 An exploded view of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 8 Another exploded view of the assembly equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0067] See Figures 1 to 5 as well as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the support frame 100 includes a first connecting portion 130, which is connected to the first support plate 110, with its end facing the second support plate 120. The transmission mechanism 300 includes a second connecting portion 310, which is rotatably connected to the first connecting portion 130. For details, please refer to [link to documentation]. Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the first connecting part 130 has a first through hole 131, and the second connecting part 310 has a second through hole 311. The first pin 510 passes through the first through hole 131 and the second through hole 311. The second connecting part 310 can rotate relative to the first connecting part 130 around the first pin 510. Thus, the transmission mechanism 300 can rotate relative to the first connecting part 130 around the first pin 510. The cooperation between the second connecting part 310 and the first connecting part 130 is similar to a lever action. In a lever action, the torque is the same. By adjusting the distance between the first end 300a and the connection point of the second connecting part 310 and the first connecting part 130, or the distance between the second end 300b and the connection point of the second connecting part 310 and the first connecting part 130, to be approximately or the same, the loss of force on the transmission mechanism 300 can be minimized, thereby further improving the utilization rate of force.

[0068] The actuator 400 can be mounted on the second support plate 120, and the actuator 400 can move relative to the second support plate 120 along a second direction D2. The actuator 400 is a structure for mounting the component 21 onto the product 20.

[0069] When the drive mechanism 200 moves relative to the first support plate 110 along the first direction D1, the drive mechanism 200 can drive the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300 to move along the first direction D1. When the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300 moves, the transmission mechanism 300 rotates around the first pin 510, so that the second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 can rotate around the first pin 510. Therefore, the movement direction of the second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 is different from that of the first end 300a. The first end 300a moves along the first direction D1, and the second end 300b moves along the second direction D2, which intersects with the first direction D1. The second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 can drive the actuator 400 to move along the second direction D2. The actuator 400 can act on the component 21, so that the component 21 can move along the second direction D2. Therefore, by rotating the transmission mechanism 300, the movement of the drive mechanism 200 along the first direction D1 can be converted into the movement of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2, so that the actuator 400 can drive the component 21 to move along the second direction D2, so as to facilitate the insertion or installation of the component 21.

[0070] The assembly equipment 10 provided in this application embodiment includes a support frame 100, a drive mechanism 200, a transmission mechanism 300, and an execution mechanism 400. The support frame 100 includes a first support plate 110, a second support plate 120, and a first connecting portion 130. The first support plate 110 and the second support plate 120 are spaced apart along a first direction D1, and the first connecting portion 130 is located on the side of the first support plate 110 facing the second support plate 120. The drive mechanism 200 is connected to the first support plate 110 and can move relative to the first support plate 110 along the first direction D1. The execution mechanism 400 is located on the second support plate 120. The support frame 100 can provide stable support for other components in the assembly equipment 10. The transmission mechanism 300 has a first end 300a and a second end 300b opposite to each other along the extension direction of the transmission mechanism 300. The first end 300a is hinged to the drive mechanism 200. Therefore, when the force of the drive mechanism 200 is transmitted to the transmission mechanism 300, the friction loss is small, resulting in a high force utilization rate. The transmission mechanism 300 includes a second connecting portion 310, which is located between the first end 300a and the second support plate 120. The second connecting portion 310 is rotatably connected to the first connecting portion 130. When the driving mechanism 200 drives the first end 300a to move along the first direction D1, the second connecting portion 310 rotates relative to the first connecting portion 130. Thus, the movement of the second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 relative to the first end 300a can be equivalent to a lever action, resulting in less loss of force in the transmission mechanism 300 and further improving the utilization rate of force. The second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300 can drive the actuator 400 to move along the second direction D2. The actuator 400 is used to drive the component 21 to move along the second direction D2. The loss of force when transmitted to the actuator 400 through the transmission mechanism 300 is also small. The assembly equipment 10 can transmit the force of the driving mechanism 200 to the actuator 400 through the primary transmission mechanism 300, making the structure of the assembly equipment 10 relatively simple. The assembly equipment 10 has fewer structural components, and the error accumulation of the structural components is also smaller. This results in a smaller deviation in the movement path of the actuator 400 when the movement of the drive mechanism 200 is transmitted to the actuator 400, which in turn makes the movement accuracy of the component 21 higher.

[0071] The assembly equipment 10 provided in this application embodiment has high force utilization and high precision in driving the movement of components 21. The assembly equipment 10 can be widely used in products 20 with high precision requirements, such as consumer electronics, aerospace equipment, and automotive equipment. The assembly equipment 10 provided in this application embodiment has fewer structural components and fewer transmission stages, and its structure is simple and compact, which allows the assembly equipment 10 to be made smaller in size, meeting the needs of miniaturized production lines.

[0072] Figure 9An exploded view of the transmission mechanism in the manufacturer's equipment provided in this application embodiment.

[0073] See Figure 4 , Figure 5 as well as Figures 7 to 9 As shown, in one possible embodiment, the transmission mechanism 300 includes a first transmission member 320 and a second transmission member 330. The end of the first transmission member 320 facing the second transmission member 330 is a third end 320a, and the end of the second transmission member 330 facing the first transmission member 320 is a fourth end 330a. The third end 320a and the fourth end 330a are hinged together. The first end 300a is located on the side of the first transmission member 320 away from the second transmission member 330, and the second end 300b is located on the side of the second transmission member 330 away from the first transmission member 320. The second connecting portion 310 is disposed between the fourth end 330a and the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330.

[0074] In this embodiment, there are two first transmission members 320, which are sandwiched between the two sides of the second transmission member 330 along its thickness direction. A third end 320a has a third connecting portion 321, which may include a third through hole 3211. A fourth end 330a has a fourth connecting portion 331, which may include a fourth through hole 3311. A second pin 520 passes through the third through hole 3211 and the fourth through hole 3311, such that the third end 320a of the first transmission member 320 and the fourth end 330a of the second transmission member 330 are hinged at one end. The end of the first transmission member 320 facing away from the second transmission member 330 is the first end 300a of the transmission mechanism 300, and the end of the second transmission member 330 facing away from the first transmission member 320 is the second end 300b of the transmission mechanism 300. The second connecting part 310 is provided on the second transmission member 330 and is located between the fourth end 330a and the second end 300b.

[0075] When the drive mechanism 200 moves along the first direction D1, it drives the first transmission member 320 to move. The third end 320a of the first transmission member 320 is hinged to the fourth end 330a of the second transmission member 330. The fourth end 330a of the second transmission member 330 can rotate relative to the third end 320a of the first transmission member 320. Therefore, when the second transmission member 330 rotates relative to the second connecting part 310, the curvature of the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330 changes direction during movement, resulting in a smaller change in the direction of movement of the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330. In other words, by setting the first transmission member 320 and the second transmission member 330 and hinged them together, the direction of movement of the actuator 400 (i.e., the second direction D2) can be set according to specific needs. The assembly equipment 10 has stronger scalability. In addition, the first transmission component 320 and the second transmission component 330 are not in hard contact. When the force is transmitted from the first transmission component 320 to the second transmission component 330, the loss is small and the force utilization rate is high. The movement deviation of the first transmission component 320 has little impact on the second transmission component 330 and the movement accuracy of the second transmission component 330 is high.

[0076] In one possible implementation, the first transmission member 320 is arc-shaped, and the concave surface of the first transmission member 320 faces the first connecting portion 130.

[0077] The first transmission member 320 can be an arc-shaped transmission member, with the concave surface of the arc facing the first connecting part 130. As a result, the first end 300a of the first transmission member 320 moves, and the third end 320a of the first transmission member 320 has a large travel distance. Thus, while minimizing the force loss between the first transmission member 320 and the second transmission member 330, and minimizing the change in the direction of movement of the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330, the first transmission member 320 can change its direction of movement to a greater extent within a limited travel distance.

[0078] The specific hinge connection method of the drive mechanism 200 and the transmission mechanism 300 will be described below.

[0079] Please continue reading Figure 4 , Figure 5 as well as Figures 7 to 9 As shown, in one possible implementation, the first end 300a of the first transmission member 320 is provided with an elongated hole 322 extending along an arcuate extension direction, the drive mechanism 200 has a mounting hole 210, and the assembly device 10 further includes a connector 600, which is inserted into the elongated hole 322 and the mounting hole 210. The connector 600 is fixedly connected to the drive mechanism 200 through the mounting hole 210, and the connector 600 is movable in the elongated hole 322.

[0080] Please continue to participate. Figure 8 As shown, the drive mechanism 200 has a mounting lug 220 at one end facing the transmission structure. The mounting lug 220 has a mounting hole 210, which can be a threaded hole or a riveting hole. The first end 300a of the first transmission member 320 has an elongated hole 322 extending along an arcuate direction. When the mounting hole 210 is a threaded hole, the connector 600 may partially have a threaded third pin 610. The connector 600 passes through the elongated hole 322 and the mounting hole 210, and is threadedly connected to the mounting hole 210, with a gap between the connector 600 and the elongated hole 322. When the mounting hole 210 is a riveting hole, the connector 600 may partially have a riveting portion of the third pin 610, which is riveted to the mounting hole 210, with a gap between the connector 600 and the elongated hole 322.

[0081] When the drive mechanism 200 moves along the first direction D1, it drives the connecting member 600 to move along the first direction D1, and the connecting member 600 drives the first transmission member 320 to move along the first direction D1. An elongated hole 322 is provided on the first connecting member 600. The elongated hole 322 provides floating space for the movement of the connecting member 600, avoiding hard contact between the drive mechanism 200 and the first transmission member 320, thus reducing force loss and improving force utilization. Furthermore, the length of the elongated hole 322 can be set according to the movement error of the drive mechanism 200. The elongated hole 322 can compensate for the movement error of the drive mechanism 200, resulting in higher movement accuracy of the transmission mechanism 300, and consequently, higher movement accuracy of the actuator 400.

[0082] The following describes the specific method by which the drive mechanism 200 drives the actuator 400 to move.

[0083] Figure 10 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle. Figure 11 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0084] See Figures 10 to 11 As shown, the actuator 400 is provided with a groove 410 recessed toward the second support plate 120, and the transmission mechanism 300 includes a push rod 340. The push rod 340 is located at the second end 300b, and the push rod 340 is located in the groove 410 with a clearance fit between the push rod 340 and the groove 410. The push rod 340 can push the actuator 400 to move along the second direction D2.

[0085] The transmission structure has a push rod 340 at the second end 300b. The groove 410 on the actuator 400 can be a groove 410 with an opening 420 at one end, the opening 420 facing the first support plate 110 and communicating with the groove 410. The push rod 340 is placed in the groove 410 through the opening 420. The first transmission member 320 drives the second transmission member 330 to move. The second end 300b of the second transmission member 330 rotates around the second connecting part 310. That is, the movement path of the push rod 340 located at the second end 300b is an arc with the first pin 510 as the center. The push rod 340 is located in the groove 410 and is in clearance fit with the groove 410. When the push rod 340 moves, the push rod 340 abuts against the side wall of the groove 410. Thus, the push rod 340 is in clearance fit with the groove 410. Therefore, the arc-shaped movement trajectory of the push rod 340 can be converted into the horizontal movement of the actuator 400.

[0086] When testing or assembling product 20, it is usually necessary to convert vertical movement into horizontal movement. However, in order to avoid hard contact between the components, the change of running direction has a certain curvature. Therefore, by cooperating with push rod 340 and groove 410, vertical movement can be converted into horizontal movement, which facilitates the testing or assembly of product 20.

[0087] Please continue reading Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the second support plate 120 has a guide rail 121 extending along the second direction D2 on the side facing the first support plate 110. The actuator 400 includes a body portion 430 and a slider 440 connected to the body portion 430. A groove 410 is provided in the body portion 430. The slider 440 can move along the guide rail 121 along the second direction D2 to guide the movement of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2.

[0088] The slider 440 can be connected to the opposite sides of the main body 430, making the movement of the main body 430 along the second direction D2 more balanced. The guide rails 121 on the second support plate 120 are correspondingly arranged with the sliders 440. The guide rails 121 extend along the second direction D2, and their extension length is determined by the movement length of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2. The guide rails 121 can guide the movement of the sliders 440 along the second direction D2, thereby guiding the movement of the main body 430 along the second direction D2, resulting in higher accuracy of the main body 430's movement along the second direction D2, which in turn results in higher accuracy of the actuator 400's movement along the second direction D2, and consequently, higher accuracy of the component 21's movement along the second direction D2.

[0089] Please continue reading Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, the support frame 100 also includes a third support plate 150, which is disposed on one side of the second support plate 120 and connected to the second support plate 120 along the second direction D2. The third support plate 150 is provided with a guide sleeve 151. The actuator 400 includes a guide shaft 450, which has a fifth end 450a and a sixth end 450b disposed opposite to each other along the second direction D2. The fifth end 450a of the guide shaft 450 is connected to the body part 430, and the sixth end 450b of the guide shaft 450 is used to connect to the component 21. The guide shaft 450 passes through the guide sleeve 151 and can move in the guide sleeve 151 along the second direction D2 to provide secondary guidance for the movement of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2.

[0090] The third support plate 150 can be connected to the second support plate 120 by fasteners, and the third support plate 150 can also be welded to the second support plate 120. The third support plate 150 is provided with a guide sleeve 151. Figure 10 and Figure 11 In the embodiment shown, the third support plate 150 is provided with two guide sleeves 151, thereby making the movement of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2 more balanced.

[0091] The actuator 400 also includes a guide shaft 450, which is correspondingly arranged with the guide sleeve 151 and passes through the guide sleeve 151. The end of the guide shaft 450 facing the body part 430 along the second direction D2 is the fifth end 450a, which is connected to the body part 430. The end of the guide shaft 450 facing the component 21 along the second direction D2 is the sixth end 450b, which is used to connect with the component 21. The guide shaft 450 passes through the guide sleeve 151 and can move within the guide sleeve 151 along the second direction D2. The guide shaft 450 and the guide sleeve 151 can provide secondary guidance for the movement of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2. The guiding accuracy of the guide shaft 450 and the guide sleeve 151 is greater than the guiding accuracy of the slide rail and the slider 440. Therefore, the guiding accuracy of the secondary guidance is greater than the guiding accuracy of the primary guidance, thereby further improving the accuracy of the actuator 400's movement along the second direction D2.

[0092] Please continue reading Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the actuator 400 also includes an actuator 460, which is detachably connected to the sixth end 450b of the guide shaft 450 so that the actuator 460 can be adapted to different components 21.

[0093] The actuator 460 is a structure in the actuator 400 used to connect with the component 21. The sixth end 450b of the guide shaft 450 can be connected to the actuator 460 via fasteners. The structure or shape of the actuator 460 can be adjusted according to different components 21. For example, the actuator 460 can be a pusher, a probe module, an interlocking mechanism, a gripper, etc. This increases the applicability of the assembly equipment 10.

[0094] exist Figure 10 and Figure 11 In the embodiment shown, the actuator 460 is a pusher, and the component 21 is mounted on the actuator 460 via the adapter 470.

[0095] Please continue reading Figure 3 As shown, when the drive mechanism 200 moves downward along the first direction D1, it drives the first transmission member 320 to move downward along the first direction D1 and rotate counterclockwise. The first transmission member 320 drives the second transmission member 330 to rotate around the second connecting part 310. The push rod 340 on the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330 pushes the actuator 400 to move to the right along the second direction D2. The actuator 400 drives the component 21 to move to the right along the second direction D2, thereby causing the component 21 to be pulled out from the connector 23.

[0096] Please continue reading Figure 2 As shown, when the drive mechanism 200 moves upward along the first direction D1, it drives the first transmission member 320 to move upward along the first direction D1 and rotate clockwise. The first transmission member 320 drives the second transmission member 330 to rotate around the second connecting part 310. The push rod 340 on the second end 300b of the second transmission member 330 pushes the actuator 400 to move to the left along the second direction D2. The actuator 400 drives the component 21 to move to the left along the second direction D2, so that the component 21 is inserted into the connector 23.

[0097] Please continue reading Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in one possible embodiment, the assembly device 10 further includes an elastic element 700, which abuts between the actuator 460 and the third support plate 150, or the elastic element 700 abuts between the body portion 430 and the third support plate 150. Figure 10 and Figure 11 In the embodiment shown, the elastic member 700 abuts between the actuator 460 and the third support plate 150.

[0098] The elastic element 700 can abut between the actuator 460 and the third support plate 150. The transmission mechanism 300 drives the actuator 400 to move to the right along the second direction D2, so that the component 21 is pulled out from the connector 23. When the stroke of the actuator 400 to the right along the second direction D2 is insufficient, the component 21 cannot be completely pulled out from the connector 23. At this time, the elastic force of the elastic element 700 can further drive the actuator 460 to move to the right along the second direction D2 to compensate for the problem of insufficient stroke of the actuator 460 to the right along the second direction D2.

[0099] The elastic element 700 can also abut between the third support plate 150 and the main body 430. When the transmission mechanism 300 drives the actuator 400 to move to the left in the second direction D2 with insufficient stroke, the elastic force of the elastic element 700 can further drive the main body 430 to move to the left in the second direction D2, so that the main body 430 can drive the actuator 460 to move to the left in the second direction D2 to compensate for the problem of insufficient stroke of the actuator 460 moving to the left in the second direction D2.

[0100] In one possible implementation, the drive mechanism 200 is a drive rod inserted into the first support plate 110. The length of the drive rod is adjustable so that the stroke of the actuator 400 traveling in the second direction D2 is adjustable.

[0101] Please continue reading Figure 8 As shown, in one possible implementation, the drive rod may include a first segment 230 and a second segment 240. The first segment 230 is sleeved on the second segment 240 and connected to the first support plate 110. The mounting lug 220 is connected to the second segment 240. The second segment 240 can extend or retract relative to the first segment 230, making the length of the drive rod adjustable. Changes in the length of the drive rod can cause changes in the stroke of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2. Therefore, by adjusting the length of the drive rod, the stroke of the actuator 400 along the second direction D2 can be changed, increasing the usability of the assembly equipment 10. Furthermore, when wear of structural components in the assembly equipment 10 leads to a decrease in the movement accuracy of the actuator 400, the movement accuracy can be restored by adjusting the length of the drive rod. Compared to related technologies where structural components need to be replaced after wear, the assembly equipment 10 provided in this embodiment can restore accuracy without replacing structural components, resulting in lower maintenance costs for the assembly equipment 10.

[0102] Please continue reading Figure 1 As shown, the assembly equipment 10 also includes a power mechanism 800, which is located on the first support plate 110 and is used to drive the drive mechanism 200 to move along the first direction D1.

[0103] The power mechanism 800 can be a structure that provides power, such as an electric motor, cylinder, or hydraulic cylinder. The power mechanism is connected to the drive mechanism 200, driving the drive mechanism 200 to move along the first direction D1. Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the power mechanism 800 includes a quick clamp 800a. The quick clamp 800a includes a handle 810, an adapter component 820, and a base 830. The base 830 is mounted on the first support plate 110, and the adapter component 820 is connected to the base 830. The handle 810, the adapter component 820, and the drive mechanism 200 are sequentially connected. The structure of the quick clamp 800a is well-known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here. When an operator holds the handle 810 of the quick clamp 800a, the drive mechanism 200 can be moved along the first direction D1 through the coordinated transmission of the adapter component 820 and the base 830. The quick clamp 800a has a lower cost compared to other power mechanisms 800, thus reducing the cost of the assembly equipment 10 provided in this embodiment.

[0104] The quick clamp 800a also includes two limiting members 840, which are connected to the base 830. The limiting members 840 can limit the range of movement of the adapter 820, thereby limiting the travel of the drive mechanism 200.

[0105] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0106] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although the embodiments of this application have been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. An assembly device, characterized in that, include: A support frame includes a first support plate, a second support plate, and a first connecting portion. The first support plate and the second support plate are spaced apart along a first direction. The first connecting portion is located on the side of the first support plate facing the second support plate. A drive mechanism is connected to the first support plate and is capable of moving relative to the first support plate along the first direction; A transmission mechanism has a first end and a second end opposite to each other along the extension direction of the transmission mechanism, the first end being hinged to the drive mechanism; the transmission mechanism includes a second connecting portion disposed between the first end and a second support plate, the second connecting portion being rotatably connected to the first connecting portion, and rotating relative to the first connecting portion when the drive mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction; An actuator is disposed on the second support plate. When the driving mechanism drives the first end to move along the first direction, the second end of the transmission mechanism can drive the actuator to move along the second direction. The actuator is used to drive the component to move along the second direction; wherein the second direction intersects with the first direction.

2. The assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission mechanism includes a first transmission member and a second transmission member. The end of the first transmission member facing the second transmission member is a third end, and the end of the second transmission member facing the first transmission member is a fourth end. The third end and the fourth end are hinged together. The first end is located on the side of the first transmission member away from the second transmission member, and the second end is located on the side of the second transmission member away from the first transmission member. The second connecting part is disposed between the fourth end and the second end of the second transmission member.

3. The assembly equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first transmission component is arc-shaped, and the concave surface of the first transmission component faces the first connecting portion.

4. The assembly equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first end of the first transmission member is provided with an elongated hole extending along the extension direction of the arc. The drive mechanism has a mounting hole. The assembly equipment further includes a connector. The connector is inserted into the elongated hole and the mounting hole. The connector is fixedly connected to the drive mechanism through the mounting hole. The connector can move in the elongated hole.

5. The assembly equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The actuator is provided with a groove recessed toward the second support plate. The transmission mechanism includes a push rod, which is located at the second end. The push rod is located in the groove and is in clearance fit with the groove. The push rod can push the actuator to move along the second direction.

6. The assembly equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second support plate has a guide rail extending in the second direction on the side facing the first support plate. The actuator includes a body and a slider connected to the body. The groove is provided in the body. The slider is capable of moving along the guide rail in the second direction to guide the movement of the actuator in the second direction.

7. The assembly equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The support frame further includes a third support plate, which is disposed on one side of the second support plate along the second direction and connected to the second support plate. The third support plate is provided with a guide sleeve. The actuator includes a guide shaft having a fifth end and a sixth end disposed opposite to each other along the second direction. The fifth end of the guide shaft is connected to the body portion, and the sixth end of the guide shaft is used to connect to the component. The guide shaft passes through the guide sleeve and is movable in the guide sleeve along the second direction to provide secondary guidance for the movement of the actuator along the second direction.

8. The assembly equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The actuator further includes an actuator that is detachably connected to the sixth end of the guide shaft so that the actuator can be adapted to different components.

9. The assembly equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes an elastic element that abuts between the actuator and the third support plate, or the elastic element abuts between the body portion and the third support plate.

10. The assembly equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The driving mechanism is a driving rod, which is inserted into the first support plate. The length of the driving rod is adjustable so that the stroke of the actuator along the second direction is adjustable.

11. The assembly equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that, It also includes a power mechanism, which is disposed on the first support plate and is used to drive the drive mechanism to move along the first direction.

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