Magnetic type battery grabbing device

By adopting the multi-dimensional robotic arm and magnetic assembly design in the magnetic battery grabbing device, the problems of unstable clamping and low degree of automation caused by fixture wear are solved, and higher stability and automation are achieved, and the degree of automation is extended. The device life and improve production efficiency.

CN222270336UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-31JIANGSU YUNTU ROBOT CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420808112.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-17
Publication Date
2024-12-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-17

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Technical Problem

The existing magnetic-sucking battery grabbing device is unstable during operation due to wear of the clamp, and the degree of automation is not high. It requires manual replacement of the battery box, which increases the labor workload.

Method used

A magnetic battery grabbing device including a support base and a working mechanism is designed, using a robotic arm assembly, an adsorption assembly, a grasping assembly and a magnetic force assembly to provide stability through a fixed assembly to achieve multi-dimensional motion and accuracy of the robotic arm. Positioning, combining magnetic adsorption and automatic battery replacement functions.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and automation of the battery grabbing device, extends the service life, reduces maintenance difficulty and cost, reduces manual operation requirements, and improves production efficiency and battery grabbing accuracy.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a magnetic type battery gripping device, which relates to the technical field of mechanical equipment, and comprises a support base and a working mechanism, the upper end of the support base is rotatably connected with the working mechanism, through the arrangement of the working mechanism, when in use, accurate positioning in the vertical and horizontal directions is realized through the synergistic effect of a mechanical arm assembly, so that the working efficiency is improved. The accuracy of the grabbing process is ensured, the battery grabbing and placing efficiency is improved, the stability and safety during battery grabbing are ensured through the design of the grabbing assembly and the auxiliary assembly, battery damage or equipment faults caused by misoperation on an automatic production line are reduced, the adsorption assembly and the magnetic assembly are used in cooperation, and the battery grabbing and placing efficiency is improved. The device can grab the battery and can automatically replace the battery through the adsorption assembly, the application range of the device is expanded, the design of the whole working mechanism enables the battery grabbing process to be automatic, the production efficiency is improved, and the requirement for manual operation and the related labor cost are reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of mechanical equipment, and in particular to a magnetic battery grabbing device. Background Art

[0002] The magnetic battery gripping device is an automated equipment designed using the principle of magnetic adsorption. It is mainly used for the safe and precise gripping, handling and installation of batteries, such as the battery module processing of electric buses and energy storage systems. The device uses electromagnets or permanent magnet components to firmly adsorb and accurately position batteries, thereby ensuring operational safety, preventing battery damage, and improving assembly efficiency and the operating efficiency of automated production lines. It plays an important role in modern battery manufacturing, assembly and maintenance processes.

[0003] After searching, the patent number "CN212385498U" mentioned in the text that "the utility model discloses a battery grabbing device, including a support assembly; a lifting assembly, which is installed on the support assembly; a rotation drive assembly, which is installed at the lower end of the support assembly and drives the lifting assembly to rotate through the support assembly; a flip assembly, one end of which is installed on the lifting assembly and can move up and down with the lifting assembly; a clamping assembly, which is connected to the other end of the flip assembly, and the clamping assembly can be flipped under the drive of the flip assembly; a control device, which is connected to the rotation drive assembly, the lifting assembly, and the flip assembly. The assembly is electrically connected to the clamping assembly. Compared with the existing manipulator structure, the battery gripping device provided by the utility model can perform various action processes synchronously, thereby improving the overall production efficiency of the equipment. When in use, the battery gripping device provided by the utility model can perform various action processes synchronously, thereby improving the overall production efficiency of the equipment, but the above-mentioned device will loosen the clamping due to the wear of the clamp during the operation process, resulting in unstable clamping, and the automation is not strong. After the battery inside the battery box is clamped, it is necessary to manually replace the new battery box to continue working, which increases the degree of manpower work.

[0004] Therefore, we provide a magnetic battery grabbing device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a magnetic battery grabbing device to solve the problems raised in the above background technology.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a magnetic battery grabbing device, comprising a supporting base and a working mechanism, wherein the upper end of the supporting base is rotatably connected to the working mechanism;

[0007] The working mechanism includes a mechanical arm assembly, a connecting assembly, an adsorption assembly, a grabbing assembly, an auxiliary assembly and a magnetic assembly. The upper end of the support base is rotatably connected to the mechanical arm assembly, the other end of the mechanical arm assembly is rotatably connected to the connecting assembly, the lower surface of the connecting assembly is fixedly connected to the adsorption assembly, one side of the adsorption assembly is provided with a grabbing assembly, the inner side of the grabbing assembly is provided with an auxiliary assembly, and one end of the auxiliary assembly is fixedly connected to the magnetic assembly.

[0008] Preferably, the robotic arm assembly includes a base rotating shaft, a first connecting shaft, a first robotic arm, a second connecting shaft and a second robotic arm, the upper end of the support base is rotatably connected to the base rotating shaft, one side of the base rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the first connecting shaft, the upper end of the first connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the first robotic arm, the upper end of the first robotic arm is movably connected to the second connecting shaft, and one end of the second connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the second robotic arm.

[0009] Preferably, the connecting assembly includes a rotating connecting shaft, a connecting base and a rotating base, the other end of the second robotic arm is rotatably connected to the rotating connecting shaft, the other end of the rotating connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the connecting base, and the other side of the connecting base is rotatably connected to the rotating base.

[0010] Preferably, the adsorption assembly includes a fixed block, an air suction pipe, an extension rod, a suction cup and an adsorption hole, the lower surface of the rotating base is fixedly connected with a fixed block, the inner side of the fixed block is fixedly connected with an air suction pipe, the upper end of the fixed block is fixedly connected with an extension rod, the upper end of the extension rod is fixedly connected with a suction cup, and an adsorption hole is opened on the inner side of the suction cup.

[0011] Preferably, the grabbing assembly includes a main connecting rod, a fixed plate, a movable connecting rod and a grabbing metal plate, a main connecting rod is provided on one side of the fixed block, one end of the main connecting rod is fixedly connected to the fixed plate, a movable connecting rod passes through the surface of the fixed plate, and the other end of the movable connecting rod is fixedly connected to the grabbing metal plate.

[0012] Preferably, the auxiliary component comprises a limit block and a movable connecting plate, the limit blocks are fixedly connected to both sides of the main connecting rod, and the outer side of the limit block is movably connected to the movable connecting plate.

[0013] Preferably, the magnetic assembly includes an auxiliary connecting rod, a magnetic suction plate and a fixed splint, one end of the movable connecting plate is fixedly connected to the auxiliary connecting rod, the other side of the auxiliary connecting rod is fixedly connected to the magnetic suction plate, and a fixed splint is arranged on the outer side of the magnetic suction plate.

[0014] Preferably, a fixing component is sleeved on the surface of the first connecting shaft, and the fixing component includes a fixing ring, a sleeve and a protective pipe. A fixing ring is sleeved on the surface of the first robotic arm, a sleeve is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing ring, and a protective pipe is arranged on the inner side of the sleeve.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0016] 1. Through the setting of the fixed components and the design of the fixing ring and the sleeve, additional stability is provided for the key connection parts of the robot arm, reducing vibration and swing during movement. The protective pipe not only fixes the internal connection lines and suction pipes, but also provides them with physical protection to prevent damage or corrosion during operation. The design of the fixed components makes the operation easier when the internal lines or suction pipes need to be maintained and replaced, reducing the maintenance difficulty and cost. The existence of the fixed components ensures the stability and reliability of the robot arm assembly, thereby improving the working efficiency and durability of the entire battery gripping device. By reducing mechanical wear and external damage, the fixed components help to extend the service life of the battery gripping device.

[0017] 2. Through the setting of the working mechanism, when in use, precise positioning in the vertical and horizontal directions is achieved through the coordinated action of the robotic arm components, ensuring the accuracy of the grasping process and improving the efficiency of battery grasping and placement. The design of the grasping components and auxiliary components ensures the stability and safety of the battery when it is grasped, reducing battery damage or equipment failure caused by operational errors on the automated production line. The combination of the adsorption component and the magnetic component enables the device to not only grasp the battery, but also automatically replace it through the adsorption component, expanding the application range of the device. The design of the entire working mechanism automates the battery grasping process, improves production efficiency, and reduces the need for manual operation and related labor costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall appearance structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model when viewed from above;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the grabbing part of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the grabbing part of the utility model when viewed from above;

[0022] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of point A of the utility model.

[0023] Numbers in the figure: 1, support base; 2, working mechanism; 21, mechanical arm assembly; 211, base rotation axis; 212, first connecting axis; 213, first mechanical arm; 214, second connecting axis; 215, second mechanical arm; 22, connecting assembly; 221, rotating connecting axis; 222, connecting base; 223, rotating base; 23, adsorption assembly; 231, fixing block; 232, suction pipe; 233, extension rod; 2 34. Suction cup; 235. Adsorption hole; 24. Grabbing assembly; 241. Main connecting rod; 242. Fixed plate; 243. Active connecting rod; 244. Grabbing metal plate; 25. Auxiliary assembly; 251. Limit block; 252. Active connecting plate; 26. Magnetic assembly; 261. Auxiliary connecting rod; 262. Magnetic suction plate; 263. Fixed splint; 3. Fixed assembly; 31. Fixed ring; 32. Ring; 33. Protective pipe. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0025] Embodiment 1

[0026] See also Figure 1-5 As shown, the utility model provides a technical solution: a magnetic battery grabbing device, comprising a supporting base 1 and a working mechanism 2, wherein the upper end of the supporting base 1 is rotatably connected to the working mechanism 2;

[0027] The working mechanism 2 includes a mechanical arm assembly 21, a connecting assembly 22, an adsorption assembly 23, a grabbing assembly 24, an auxiliary assembly 25 and a magnetic assembly 26. The upper end of the support base 1 is rotatably connected to the mechanical arm assembly 21, the other end of the mechanical arm assembly 21 is rotatably connected to the connecting assembly 22, the lower surface of the connecting assembly 22 is fixedly connected to the adsorption assembly 23, one side of the adsorption assembly 23 is provided with a grabbing assembly 24, the inner side of the grabbing assembly 24 is provided with an auxiliary assembly 25, and one end of the auxiliary assembly 25 is fixedly connected to the magnetic assembly 26.

[0028] Furthermore, the robotic arm assembly 21 includes a base rotating shaft 211, a first connecting shaft 212, a first robotic arm 213, a second connecting shaft 214 and a second robotic arm 215. The upper end of the support base 1 is rotatably connected to the base rotating shaft 211, one side of the base rotating shaft 211 is rotatably connected to the first connecting shaft 212, the upper end of the first connecting shaft 212 is rotatably connected to the first robotic arm 213, the upper end of the first robotic arm 213 is movably connected to the second connecting shaft 214, and one end of the second connecting shaft 214 is rotatably connected to the second robotic arm 215. The robotic arm assembly 21 provides multi-dimensional movement capabilities, so that the device can flexibly approach and grasp the battery, including the base rotating shaft 211, the first connecting shaft 212, the first robotic arm 213, the second connecting shaft 214 and the second robotic arm 215, which together achieve precise positioning in the vertical and horizontal directions.

[0029] Furthermore, the connecting component 22 includes a rotating connecting shaft 221, a connecting base 222 and a rotating base 223. The other end of the second robotic arm 215 is rotatably connected to the rotating connecting shaft 221, the other end of the rotating connecting shaft 221 is fixedly connected to the connecting base 222, and the other side of the connecting base 222 is rotatably connected to the rotating base 223. The connecting component 22 serves as a bridge between the robotic arm and the adsorption component 23, ensuring the stability of the adsorption component 23 and allowing the adsorption component 23 to be adjusted at multiple angles to accommodate batteries in different positions.

[0030] Furthermore, the adsorption component 23 includes a fixed block 231, an air suction pipe 232, an extension rod 233, a suction cup 234 and an adsorption hole 235. The lower surface of the rotating base 223 is fixedly connected with the fixed block 231, the inner side of the fixed block 231 is fixedly connected with the air suction pipe 232, the upper end of the fixed block 231 is fixedly connected with the extension rod 233, the upper end of the extension rod 233 is fixedly connected with the suction cup 234, and the inner side of the suction cup 234 is provided with an adsorption hole 235. After grabbing the batteries in the battery box, the adsorption component 23 can be adsorbed to the surface of the battery box through the suction cup 234, and the battery can be pulled down for replacement, so as to facilitate the grabbing of the next batch of batteries.

[0031] Furthermore, the grabbing assembly 24 includes a main connecting rod 241, a fixed plate 242, a movable connecting rod 243 and a grabbing metal plate 244. The main connecting rod 241 is provided on one side of the fixed block 231, one end of the main connecting rod 241 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 242, a movable connecting rod 243 passes through the surface of the fixed plate 242, and the other end of the movable connecting rod 243 is fixedly connected to the grabbing metal plate 244. The grabbing assembly 24 is driven by the movable connecting rod 243 to capture and release the battery. The main connecting rod 241, the fixed plate 242 and the grabbing metal plate 244 work together to ensure the stability and safety of the battery when being captured.

[0032] Furthermore, the auxiliary component 25 includes a limit block 251 and a movable connecting plate 252. The limit blocks 251 are fixedly connected to both sides of the main connecting rod 241, and the outer side of the limit block 251 is movably connected to the movable connecting plate 252. The auxiliary component 25 limits the range of the grasping action through the combination of the limit block 251 and the movable connecting plate 252, thereby improving the grasping accuracy, and at the same time provides a connection platform for the magnetic component 26 to enhance the stability of grasping.

[0033] Furthermore, the magnetic component 26 includes an auxiliary connecting rod 261, a magnetic suction plate 262 and a fixed clamp 263. One end of the movable connecting plate 252 is fixedly connected to the auxiliary connecting rod 261, and the other side of the auxiliary connecting rod 261 is fixedly connected to the magnetic suction plate 262. A fixed clamp 263 is arranged on the outer side of the magnetic suction plate 262. The magnetic component 26 is used in conjunction with the grasping component 24. The magnetic suction plate 262 contacts the grasping metal plate 244, and the magnetic force is communicated to adsorb the battery. It is particularly suitable for grasping magnetic batteries. The auxiliary connecting rod 261 and the fixed clamp 263 ensure the stability and reliability of the magnetic component 26.

[0034] Embodiment 2

[0035] See also Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, compared with Example 1, as another implementation of the utility model, the surface of the first connecting shaft 212 is sleeved with a fixing component 3, and the fixing component 3 includes a fixing ring 31, a sleeve ring 32 and a protective pipe 33. The surface of the first robotic arm 213 is sleeved with a fixing ring 31, one side of the fixing ring 31 is fixedly connected with the sleeve ring 32, and the inner side of the sleeve ring 32 is provided with a protective pipe 33. By sleeved the fixing ring 31 on the surface of the first connecting shaft 212, the protective pipe 33 is fixed, and at the same time, the connecting line and the suction pipe inside the protective pipe 33 are fixed.

[0036] Working principle: First, a magnetic battery grabbing device is moved to the working position. When in use, in the first step, after the equipment is started, the support base 1 remains stable, and the working mechanism 2 is ready to start the grabbing operation. The robot arm assembly 21 provides multi-dimensional movement capabilities for grabbing batteries through the coordinated action of the base rotating shaft 211, the first connecting shaft 212, the first robot arm 213, the second connecting shaft 214 and the second robot arm 215. In the second step, the robot arm assembly 21 is first positioned in the vertical direction through the base rotating shaft 211, and then approaches the battery position in the horizontal direction through the rotation of the first robot arm 213 and the second robot arm 215. The rotating connecting shaft 221, the connecting base 222 and the rotating base 223 of the connecting assembly 22 work together to enable the adsorption assembly 23 to accurately align with the battery. In the third step, the magnetic assembly 26 is passed By being used in conjunction with the grabbing component 24, the magnetic suction plate 262 contacts the grabbing metal plate 244, and the magnetic force is communicated to adsorb the battery, which is particularly suitable for the grabbing of magnetic batteries. The auxiliary connecting rod 261 and the fixed clamping plate 263 ensure the stability and reliability of the magnetic component 26, and then the mechanical arm rotates to place the adsorbed battery to the specified position, and then the movable connecting plate 252 in the auxiliary component 25 pops up, driving the magnetic suction plate 262 to separate from the grabbing metal plate 244, disconnecting the magnetism, and releasing the battery. In the fourth step, when the battery in the battery box is grabbed, the suction cup 234 in the adsorption component 23 will be adsorbed to the outer surface of the battery box, fixed by suction and pulled down, and then the new battery box with the battery moves forward under the action of the conveyor belt to carry out a new round of work, thus completing the use process of a magnetic battery grabbing device.

[0037] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A magnetic battery grabbing device, comprising a supporting base (1) and a working mechanism (2), characterized in that: The upper end of the support base (1) is rotatably connected to a working mechanism (2); The working mechanism (2) comprises a mechanical arm component (21), a connecting component (22), an adsorption component (23), a gripping component (24), an auxiliary component (25) and a magnetic component (26); the upper end of the support base (1) is rotatably connected to the mechanical arm component (21); the other end of the mechanical arm component (21) is rotatably connected to the connecting component (22); the lower surface of the connecting component (22) is fixedly connected to the adsorption component (23); a gripping component (24) is arranged on one side of the adsorption component (23); an auxiliary component (25) is arranged on the inner side of the gripping component (24); and one end of the auxiliary component (25) is fixedly connected to the magnetic component (26).

2. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mechanical arm assembly (21) comprises a base rotating shaft (211), a first connecting shaft (212), a first mechanical arm (213), a second connecting shaft (214) and a second mechanical arm (215); the upper end of the support base (1) is rotatably connected to the base rotating shaft (211); one side of the base rotating shaft (211) is rotatably connected to the first connecting shaft (212); the upper end of the first connecting shaft (212) is rotatably connected to the first mechanical arm (213); the upper end of the first mechanical arm (213) is movably connected to the second connecting shaft (214); and one end of the second connecting shaft (214) is rotatably connected to the second mechanical arm (215).

3. A magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connection assembly (22) comprises a rotating connection shaft (221), a connection base (222) and a rotating base (223); the other end of the second mechanical arm (215) is rotatably connected to the rotating connection shaft (221); the other end of the rotating connection shaft (221) is fixedly connected to the connection base (222); and the other side of the connecting base (222) is rotatably connected to the rotating base (223).

4. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The adsorption assembly (23) comprises a fixed block (231), an air suction pipe (232), an extension rod (233), a suction cup (234) and an adsorption hole (235); the lower surface of the rotating base (223) is fixedly connected to the fixed block (231); the inner side of the fixed block (231) is fixedly connected to the air suction pipe (232); the upper end of the fixed block (231) is fixedly connected to the extension rod (233); the upper end of the extension rod (233) is fixedly connected to the suction cup (234); and the inner side of the suction cup (234) is provided with an adsorption hole (235).

5. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The grabbing assembly (24) comprises a main connecting rod (241), a fixed plate (242), a movable connecting rod (243) and a grabbing metal plate (244); the main connecting rod (241) is provided on one side of the fixed block (231); one end of the main connecting rod (241) is fixedly connected to the fixed plate (242); a movable connecting rod (243) passes through the surface of the fixed plate (242); and the other end of the movable connecting rod (243) is fixedly connected to the grabbing metal plate (244).

6. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The auxiliary component (25) comprises a limit block (251) and a movable connecting plate (252); the limit blocks (251) are fixedly connected to both sides of the main connecting rod (241); and the outer side of the limit block (251) is movably connected to the movable connecting plate (252).

7. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The magnetic assembly (26) comprises an auxiliary connecting rod (261), a magnetic suction plate (262) and a fixed clamping plate (263); one end of the movable connecting plate (252) is fixedly connected to the auxiliary connecting rod (261); the other side of the auxiliary connecting rod (261) is fixedly connected to the magnetic suction plate (262); and the outer side of the magnetic suction plate (262) is provided with a fixed clamping plate (263).

8. The magnetic battery grabbing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A fixing component (3) is sleeved on the surface of the first connecting shaft (212), and the fixing component (3) comprises a fixing ring (31), a sleeve ring (32) and a protective pipe (33); a fixing ring (31) is sleeved on the surface of the first mechanical arm (213), one side of the fixing ring (31) is fixedly connected to the sleeve ring (32), and a protective pipe (33) is arranged on the inner side of the sleeve ring (32).