Battery cover plate assembly assembling and conveying device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a battery cover plate assembly assembling and conveying device which comprises a clamping mechanism, a rotary table mechanism and an assembling platform, the assembling platform and the rotary table mechanism are arranged adjacently, and the clamping mechanism comprises a first transferring assembly and a second transferring assembly. The first transferring assembly and the second transferring assembly are connected with a first clamping assembly and a second clamping assembly correspondingly, the first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are arranged above the rotary disc mechanism in a suspended mode, and the first clamping assembly is used for clamping a cylindrical battery and transferring the cylindrical battery to the rotary disc mechanism. And the second clamping assembly is used for transferring the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism to the assembling platform. The automatic conveying device has the beneficial effects that automatic conveying can be stably carried out, and the production efficiency and the assembly quality are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of battery assembly, in particular to a battery cover plate assembly and conveying device. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of new energy, especially the popularity of electric vehicles and portable electronic devices, the demand for batteries is growing. The advancement of battery manufacturing technology, especially the demand for automation and large-scale production, has promoted the research and development of related assembly equipment. In order to improve production efficiency and reduce costs, battery manufacturers seek automated solutions to replace the traditional manual assembly process. Automated assembly can reduce human errors and improve product quality and consistency. Due to the special shape and structure of cylindrical batteries, special equipment is required during the assembly process to ensure precise positioning and operation. The assembly of cylindrical batteries includes the assembly of the battery body and the cover assembly. The cover assembly includes an upper insulating sheet, a lower insulating sheet, and a seal, etc., which places higher requirements on the accuracy and stability of the assembly equipment. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model aims to provide a battery cover assembly conveying device which can stably carry out automatic conveying and improve production efficiency and assembly quality.

[0004] A battery cover assembly conveying device includes a clamping mechanism, a turntable mechanism and an assembly platform, wherein the assembly platform is arranged adjacent to the turntable mechanism, the clamping mechanism includes a first transfer assembly and a second transfer assembly, the first transfer assembly and the second transfer assembly are respectively connected to a first clamping assembly and a second clamping assembly, the first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are suspended above the turntable mechanism, the first clamping assembly is used to clamp cylindrical batteries and transfer them to the turntable mechanism, and the second clamping assembly is used to transfer the cylindrical batteries on the turntable mechanism to the assembly platform.

[0005] In the above scheme, the first transfer component is connected to the first clamping component, so that the first transfer component drives the first clamping component to move to the position of the cylindrical battery to clamp the cylindrical battery, and then drives the first clamping component to move to the corresponding position above the turntable mechanism and place the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism. Then the turntable mechanism rotates to rotate the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the second clamping component. Through the rotation of the turntable mechanism, the automatic positioning of the cylindrical battery is realized, which provides convenience for the accurate clamping of the second clamping component. After the second clamping component clamps the cylindrical battery from the turntable mechanism, the second clamping component is moved to the top of the assembly platform through the second transfer component, and then the cylindrical battery is placed on the assembly platform for assembly of the cover assembly. During the assembly, the first clamping component can clamp another group of cylindrical batteries and place them on the turntable mechanism, realizing continuous operation and reducing equipment waiting time. The automated clamping and transfer mechanism helps to improve the accuracy of cylindrical battery placement, thereby improving product quality, reducing the workload of operators, simplifying the operation process, and improving production efficiency.

[0006] Furthermore, the first transfer assembly includes a first fixed seat and a first mounting plate, the first mounting plate is fixed on the top of the first fixed seat, the first mounting plate is installed with at least one first guide rail, a first slider is slidably installed on the first guide rail, and the first clamping assembly is connected to the first slider.

[0007] In the above scheme, the first mounting plate is fixed on the top of the first fixing seat so that the first mounting plate is installed at a suitable height. By connecting the first clamping assembly to the first slider, the first slider is slidably installed on the first guide rail, so that the first clamping assembly can slide along the guide rail.

[0008] Furthermore, the first clamping assembly includes a first bracket, the first bracket is connected to the first slider, the first bracket is connected to a first mounting frame, at least two first telescopic members are mounted on the first mounting frame, and the first telescopic member is connected to a first clamping member.

[0009] In the above scheme, the first bracket is connected to the first slider, and the first mounting frame is connected to the first bracket, so that the first bracket can drive the first mounting frame to move along the guide rail track, and the first telescopic member installed on the first mounting frame can drive the first clamping member to move up and down, so as to clamp and place the cylindrical battery.

[0010] Furthermore, first limiting plates are installed on both sides of the first mounting plate, and the first limiting plates can abut against the first bracket.

[0011] In the above solution, the first limit plates installed on both sides of the first mounting plate are used to prevent overshoot when the first bracket moves, and to prevent problems such as collision during the movement of the first bracket.

[0012] Furthermore, the second transfer assembly includes a second fixed seat and a second mounting plate, the second mounting plate is fixed on the top of the second fixed seat, the second mounting plate is installed with at least one second guide rail, a second slider is slidably installed on the second guide rail, and the second clamping assembly is connected to the second slider.

[0013] In the above scheme, the second mounting plate is fixed on the top of the second fixing seat so that the second mounting plate is installed at a suitable height, and the second mounting plate and the first mounting plate are at the same height. The second slider can move smoothly on the second guide rail, thereby driving the second clamping assembly to move along the track of the second guide rail.

[0014] Furthermore, the second clamping assembly includes a second bracket, the second bracket is connected to the second slider, the second bracket is connected to a second mounting frame, at least two second telescopic members are mounted on the second mounting frame, and the second telescopic members are connected to a second clamping member.

[0015] In the above scheme, the second bracket is connected to the second slider, and the second mounting frame is connected to the second bracket, so that the second bracket can drive the second mounting frame to move along the guide rail track, and the second telescopic member installed on the second mounting frame can drive the first clamping member to move up and down, thereby clamping the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism and placing it on the assembly platform.

[0016] Furthermore, second limiting plates are installed on both sides of the second mounting plate, and the second limiting plates can abut against the second bracket.

[0017] In the above solution, the second limit plates installed on both sides of the second mounting plate are used to prevent the second bracket from overshooting when moving, and to prevent the second bracket from colliding with the first bracket during movement.

[0018] Furthermore, the turntable mechanism includes a support frame and a rotating disk. The rotating disk is rotatably mounted on the support frame, and a plurality of groups of grooves are provided on the rotating disk.

[0019] In the above scheme, several groups of grooves are arranged on the rotating disk for placing cylindrical batteries, providing effective storage space for cylindrical batteries. This design makes battery management more efficient and helps to improve the smoothness of the production line. The support frame is used to support the rotating disk to ensure the stability and reliability of the rotating disk.

[0020] Furthermore, the assembly platform is provided with at least two placement slots.

[0021] In the above solution, multiple placement slots can accommodate multiple cylindrical batteries at the same time, which helps to improve the efficiency of the placement operation and the efficiency of the cover assembly assembly, thereby improving the overall efficiency and capacity of the production line.

[0022] Furthermore, it also includes a visual detection component, which includes a connecting plate and a camera, the camera is installed on the connecting plate, and the connecting plate is installed between the first transfer component and the second transfer component.

[0023] In the above scheme, after the cylindrical battery completes the assembly of the cover plate assembly, the second clamping assembly clamps the cylindrical battery and places it on the turntable mechanism, and the turntable mechanism turns the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the visual inspection assembly. The addition of the visual inspection assembly enables real-time visual inspection during the assembly process, and can accurately detect the quality of the product and whether the assembly is correct. By capturing and analyzing the image information during the assembly process through the camera, possible defects or errors can be discovered and corrected in a timely manner, improving the quality and consistency of the product.

[0024] The utility model provides a battery cover assembly conveying device that can stably perform automated conveying, improve production efficiency and assembly quality. The first transfer assembly is connected to the first clamping assembly, so that the first transfer assembly drives the first clamping assembly to move to the position of the cylindrical battery to clamp the cylindrical battery, and then drives the first clamping assembly to move to the corresponding position above the turntable mechanism and place the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism, and then the turntable mechanism rotates to rotate the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the second clamping assembly. After the second clamping assembly clamps the cylindrical battery from the turntable mechanism, the second clamping assembly is moved to the top of the assembly platform by the second transfer assembly, and then the cylindrical battery is placed on the assembly platform for assembly of the cover assembly. During the assembly, the first clamping assembly can clamp another group of cylindrical batteries and place them on the turntable mechanism, thereby realizing continuous operation and reducing equipment waiting time. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a battery cover assembly conveying device according to one embodiment.

[0026] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the clamping mechanism structure of an embodiment.

[0027] Explanation of the accompanying drawings: 1. turntable mechanism; 11. support frame; 12. rotating disk; 121. groove; 2. assembly platform; 3. first transfer assembly; 31. first fixed seat; 32. first mounting plate; 33. first guide rail; 34. first slider; 4. second transfer assembly; 41. second fixed seat; 42. second mounting plate; 43. second guide rail; 44. second slider; 5. first clamping assembly; 51. first bracket; 52. first mounting frame; 53. first telescopic member; 54. first clamping member; 6. second clamping assembly; 61. second bracket; 62. second mounting frame; 53. second telescopic member; 64. second clamping member; 7. first limit plate; 8. second limit plate; 91. connecting plate; 92. camera. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The battery cover assembly conveying device of the utility model will be further described in detail below in conjunction with specific embodiments and drawings.

[0029] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, a battery cover assembly conveying device of the utility model includes a clamping mechanism, a turntable mechanism 1 and an assembly platform 2, the assembly platform 2 is arranged adjacent to the turntable mechanism 1, the clamping mechanism includes a first transfer component 3 and a second transfer component 4, the first transfer component 3 and the second transfer component 4 are respectively connected to a first clamping component 5 and a second clamping component 6, the first clamping component 5 and the second clamping component 6 are suspended above the turntable mechanism 1, the first clamping component 5 is used to clamp the cylindrical battery and transfer it to the turntable mechanism 1, and the second clamping component 6 is used to transfer the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism 1 to the assembly platform 2. The first transfer component 3 is connected to the first clamping component 5, so that the first transfer component 3 drives the first clamping component 5 to move to the position of the cylindrical battery to clamp the cylindrical battery, and then drives the first clamping component 5 to move to the corresponding position above the turntable mechanism 1 and places the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism 1. Then, the turntable mechanism 1 rotates to rotate the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the second clamping component 6. Through the rotation of the turntable mechanism 1, the automatic positioning of the cylindrical battery is realized, which provides convenience for the accurate clamping of the second clamping component 6.

[0030] After the second clamping assembly 6 clamps the cylindrical battery from the turntable mechanism 1, the second clamping assembly 6 is moved to the top of the assembly platform 2 through the second transfer assembly 4, and then the cylindrical battery is placed on the assembly platform 2 for assembly of the cover assembly. During the assembly, the first clamping assembly 5 can clamp another group of cylindrical batteries and place them on the turntable mechanism 1, thereby realizing continuous operation and reducing equipment waiting time. The automated clamping and transfer mechanism helps to improve the accuracy of cylindrical battery placement, thereby improving product quality, reducing the workload of operators, simplifying the operating process, and improving production efficiency.

[0031] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the first transfer assembly 3 includes a first fixed seat 31 and a first mounting plate 32, the first mounting plate 32 is fixed on the top of the first fixed seat 31, at least one first guide rail 33 is installed on the first mounting plate 32, a first slider 34 is slidably mounted on the first guide rail 33, and the first clamping assembly 5 is connected to the first slider 34. The first mounting plate 32 is fixed on the top of the first fixed seat 31 so that the first mounting plate 32 is installed at a suitable height, and the first clamping assembly 5 is slidably mounted on the first guide rail 33 by connecting the first clamping assembly 5 to the first slider 34, so that the first slider 34 can slide along the guide rail. The first slider 34 is slidably mounted on the first guide rail 33, which can realize the smooth guidance and transportation of the first clamping assembly 5, which ensures the smooth movement of the cylindrical battery during the transportation process, reduces the instability caused by friction or resistance, and improves the transportation efficiency and product quality.

[0032] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the first clamping assembly 5 includes a first bracket 51, the first bracket 51 is connected to the first slider 34, the first bracket 51 is connected to a first mounting frame 52, at least two first telescopic members 53 are mounted on the first mounting frame 52, and the first telescopic member 53 is connected to a first clamping member 54. The first bracket 51 is connected to the first slider 34, and the first mounting frame 52 is connected to the first bracket 51, so that the first bracket 51 can drive the first mounting frame 52 to move along the guide track, and the first telescopic member 53 installed on the first mounting frame 52 can drive the first clamping member 54 to move up and down, so that the cylindrical battery can be clamped and placed, which can ensure that the clamping member clamps and places the battery in the correct position, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the operation.

[0033] In the above embodiment, two sets of first guide rails 33 and first sliders 34 may be provided, so that the movement of the first bracket 51 can be more stable. Installing two first telescopic members 53 and first clamping members 54 on the first mounting frame 52 can improve production efficiency.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, first limit plates 7 are installed on both sides of the first mounting plate 32, and the first limit plates 7 can abut against the first bracket 51. The first limit plates 7 installed on both sides of the first mounting plate 32 are used to avoid overshoot when the first bracket 51 moves, avoid collision and other problems during the movement of the first bracket 51, and protect the safety and stability of the equipment. A stable operating environment and reduced equipment maintenance time help to improve production efficiency. Operators do not need to stop work for maintenance due to equipment failure or accidents, and can continue to carry out production operations, ensuring the smooth progress of production progress and improving production efficiency and capacity.

[0035] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the second transfer assembly 4 includes a second fixed seat 41 and a second mounting plate 42, the second mounting plate 42 is fixed on the top of the second fixed seat 41, the second mounting plate 42 is installed with at least one second guide rail 43, a second slider 44 is slidably installed on the second guide rail 43, and the second clamping assembly 6 is connected to the second slider 44. The second mounting plate 42 is fixed on the top of the second fixed seat 41 so that the second mounting plate 42 is installed at a suitable height, and the second mounting plate 42 and the first mounting plate 32 are at the same height, and the second slider 44 can move smoothly on the second guide rail 43, thereby driving the second clamping assembly 6 to move along the track of the second guide rail 43, thereby maintaining the running stability of the second clamping assembly 6. This helps to improve production efficiency, reduce the stagnation time of the production line caused by the conveying link, and improve the overall production efficiency and capacity.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the second clamping assembly 6 includes a second bracket 61, the second bracket 61 is connected to the second slider 44, the second bracket 61 is connected to a second mounting frame 62, at least two second telescopic members 53 are mounted on the second mounting frame 62, and the second telescopic member 53 is connected to a second clamping member 64. The second bracket 61 is connected to the second slider 44, and the second mounting frame 62 is connected to the second bracket 61, so that the second bracket 61 can drive the second mounting frame 62 to move along the guide track, and the second telescopic member 53 installed on the second mounting frame 62 can drive the second clamping member 64 to move up and down, so that the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism 1 can be clamped and placed on the assembly platform 2, ensuring the stable clamping of the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism 1 and the precise placement of the cylindrical battery on the assembly platform 2, thereby helping to improve production efficiency.

[0037] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, second limit plates 8 are installed on both sides of the second mounting plate 42, and the second limit plates 8 can abut against the second bracket 61. The second limit plates 8 installed on both sides of the second mounting plate 42 are used to prevent the second bracket 61 from overshooting when moving, and to prevent the second bracket 61 from colliding with the first bracket 51 during the movement of the second bracket 61. The damage and wear of equipment components are reduced, the service life of the equipment is extended, and the frequency of repair and replacement of components is reduced, thereby reducing maintenance costs.

[0038] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the turntable mechanism 1 includes a support frame 11 and a rotating disk 12, the rotating disk 12 is rotatably mounted on the support frame 11, and a plurality of groups of grooves 121 are provided on the rotating disk 12. The plurality of groups of grooves 121 provided on the rotating disk 12 are used to place cylindrical batteries, providing an effective storage space for the cylindrical batteries. This design makes the battery management more efficient and helps to improve the smoothness of the production line. The support frame 11 is used to support the rotating disk 12, ensuring the stability and reliability of the rotating disk 12.

[0039] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, at least two placement slots are provided on the assembly platform 2. Multiple placement slots can accommodate multiple cylindrical batteries at the same time, which helps to improve the efficiency of the placement operation and the efficiency of the cover assembly assembly, thereby improving the overall efficiency and capacity of the production line.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, a visual inspection component is also included, and the visual inspection component includes a connecting plate 91 and a camera 92. The camera 92 is installed on the connecting plate 91, and the connecting plate 91 is installed between the first transfer component 3 and the second transfer component 4. After the cylindrical battery completes the assembly of the cover assembly, the second clamping component 6 clamps the cylindrical battery and places it on the turntable mechanism 1. The turntable mechanism 1 turns the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the visual inspection component. The addition of the visual inspection component enables real-time visual inspection during the assembly process, and can accurately detect the quality of the product and whether the assembly is correct. By capturing and analyzing the image information during the assembly process by the camera 92, possible defects or errors can be discovered and corrected in a timely manner, thereby improving the quality and consistency of the product.

[0041] The utility model discloses a working principle and process of a battery cover plate assembly conveying device. A first transfer component 3 is connected to a first clamping component 5, so that the first transfer component 3 drives the first clamping component 5 to move to the position of a cylindrical battery to clamp the cylindrical battery, and then drives the first clamping component 5 to move to the corresponding position above the turntable mechanism 1 and places the cylindrical battery on the turntable mechanism 1. Then, the turntable mechanism 1 rotates to rotate the cylindrical battery to the bottom of the second clamping component 6. Through the rotation of the turntable mechanism 1, automatic positioning of the cylindrical battery is achieved, which provides convenience for the accurate clamping of the second clamping component 6. After the second clamping component 6 clamps the cylindrical battery from the turntable mechanism 1, the second transfer component 4 moves the second clamping component 6 to the top of the assembly platform 2, and then the cylindrical battery is placed on the assembly platform 2 for assembling the cover plate assembly.

[0042] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that terms such as "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0043] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present utility model, the meaning of "plurality" is two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0044] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "install", "connect", "connect", "fix" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0045] Although the utility model is described in conjunction with the above specific embodiments, it is obvious that those skilled in the art can make many substitutions, modifications and changes based on the above content. Therefore, all such substitutions, improvements and changes are included in the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A battery cover assembly conveying device, characterized in that: It includes a clamping mechanism, a turntable mechanism and an assembly platform, wherein the assembly platform is arranged adjacent to the turntable mechanism, the clamping mechanism includes a first transfer component and a second transfer component, the first transfer component and the second transfer component are respectively connected to a first clamping component and a second clamping component, the first clamping component and the second clamping component are suspended above the turntable mechanism, the first clamping component is used to clamp cylindrical batteries and transfer them to the turntable mechanism, and the second clamping component is used to transfer the cylindrical batteries on the turntable mechanism to the assembly platform.

2. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first transfer assembly includes a first fixed seat and a first mounting plate, the first mounting plate is fixed on the top of the first fixed seat, the first mounting plate is installed with at least one first guide rail, a first slider is slidably installed on the first guide rail, and the first clamping assembly is connected to the first slider.

3. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first clamping assembly includes a first bracket, the first bracket is connected to the first sliding block, the first bracket is connected to a first mounting frame, at least two first telescopic members are mounted on the first mounting frame, and the first telescopic member is connected to a first clamping member.

4. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that: First limiting plates are installed on both sides of the first mounting plate, and the first limiting plates can abut against the first bracket.

5. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second transfer assembly includes a second fixed seat and a second mounting plate, the second mounting plate is fixed on the top of the second fixed seat, the second mounting plate is installed with at least one second guide rail, a second slider is slidably installed on the second guide rail, and the second clamping assembly is connected to the second slider.

6. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second clamping assembly includes a second bracket, the second bracket is connected to the second sliding block, the second bracket is connected to a second mounting frame, at least two second telescopic members are mounted on the second mounting frame, and the second telescopic members are connected to a second clamping member.

7. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 6, characterized in that: Second limiting plates are installed on both sides of the second mounting plate, and the second limiting plates can abut against the second bracket.

8. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The turntable mechanism comprises a support frame and a rotating disk. The rotating disk is rotatably mounted on the support frame, and a plurality of groups of grooves are arranged on the rotating disk.

9. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least two placement slots are arranged on the assembly platform.

10. The battery cover assembly conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a visual detection component, which includes a connecting plate and a camera. The camera is installed on the connecting plate, and the connecting plate is installed between the first transfer component and the second transfer component.

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