Automatic hot pressing mechanism

Abstract

The present application provides an automatic hot pressing mechanism, including three groups of hot pressing devices, a mounting frame and a material-retrieving manipulator. The three groups of hot pressing devices are arranged side by side, the mounting frame is arranged on the periphery of the three groups of hot pressing devices, and the material-retrieving manipulators are respectively installed on the front and rear sides of the mounting frame. The material-retrieving manipulator located on the front side of the mounting frame is used to transfer the battery to the hot pressing device, and the material-retrieving manipulator located on the rear side of the mounting frame is used to take the hot-pressed battery out of the hot pressing device. The present application realizes a continuous and efficient automated production process. In addition, the automatic hot pressing mechanism realizes the automatic transportation and removal of batteries through the material-retrieving manipulator, which greatly reduces the need for manual operation. This not only improves production efficiency, but also reduces the risk of misoperation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of battery processing equipment, and in particular to an automatic hot pressing mechanism. Background Art

[0002] During battery processing, it is crucial to ensure the flatness of the battery surface. At present, this step mainly relies on hot pressing devices, but the existing technology has obvious shortcomings. First, the hot pressing operation is highly dependent on manual labor, which means that the operator needs to manually put the batteries into the hot pressing device one by one and manually take them out again after the hot pressing is completed. This manual operation method is not only inefficient, but also increases the risk of misoperation.

[0003] Secondly, since the battery reaches a high temperature during the hot pressing process, it is necessary to wait for the battery to cool down to a safe temperature before removing it. This not only prolongs the overall processing time, but also increases energy consumption. At the same time, the overall efficiency of the production line may decrease due to the long waiting time.

[0004] In summary, the main disadvantages of the existing technology include: reliance on manual operation, low efficiency and safety risks; a long time to wait for the battery to cool down after hot pressing, affecting production efficiency and energy consumption. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a more automated and efficient automatic hot pressing mechanism.

[0006] In order to achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solutions:

[0007] An automatic hot pressing mechanism comprises three groups of hot pressing devices, a mounting frame and a material taking manipulator, wherein the three groups of hot pressing devices are arranged side by side, the mounting frame is arranged on the periphery of the three groups of hot pressing devices, and the material taking manipulator is respectively installed on the front and rear sides of the mounting frame, the material taking manipulator located on the front side of the mounting frame is used to transfer batteries into the hot pressing device, and the material taking manipulator located on the rear side of the mounting frame is used to take the hot-pressed batteries out of the hot pressing device.

[0008] Furthermore, the hot pressing device comprises an upper hot pressing module and a lower hot pressing module, and the upper hot pressing module and the lower hot pressing module are arranged opposite to each other up and down.

[0009] Furthermore, the upper hot pressing module includes an upper hot pressing plate and a lifting drive device, and the lifting drive device is used to drive the upper hot pressing plate to perform lifting movement.

[0010] Furthermore, the lifting drive device includes a motor and a screw rod, and the motor drives the upper hot pressing plate to perform lifting movement through the screw rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the lower hot pressing module comprises a lower hot pressing plate, and a plurality of vacuum adsorption holes are arranged at the bottom of the lower hot pressing plate.

[0012] Furthermore, the material picking robot includes an X-axis module, a Y-axis module, a Z-axis module and a material picking plate, the material picking plate is installed on the Z-axis module, the Z-axis module is installed on the Y-axis module, the Y-axis module is installed on the X-axis module, the X-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the X-axis direction, the Y-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the Y-axis direction, the Z-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the Z-axis direction, and a plurality of vacuum suction cups are arranged at the bottom of the material picking plate.

[0013] Furthermore, a plurality of air-avoiding grooves are arranged on the material-retrieving plate.

[0014] Furthermore, a buffer device is also provided on the material picking robot, and the buffer device includes a buffer spring, a buffer guide rail and a buffer slider. The buffer slider is installed on one side of the material picking plate, the buffer slider is installed on the buffer guide rail, the buffer guide rail is installed on the Z-axis module, and the buffer spring is installed on the upper end surface of the buffer slider.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this application are:

[0016] (1) The material-retrieving manipulators of the present application are respectively installed on the front and rear sides of the mounting frame. The front manipulator is used to place the battery into the hot pressing device, and the rear manipulator is used to take out the hot-pressed battery, thus realizing a continuous and efficient automated production process. In addition, the automatic hot pressing mechanism realizes the automatic transportation and removal of the battery through the material-retrieving manipulator, which greatly reduces the need for manual operation. This not only improves production efficiency, but also reduces the risk of misoperation.

[0017] (2) The present application has three sets of hot pressing devices arranged side by side, which can perform hot pressing operations in parallel, without waiting for one set of hot pressing devices to be completed before the next set of operations, which greatly improves production efficiency. Due to the realization of automated operation, the waiting and preparation time for manual operation is reduced, further shortening the production cycle.

[0018] (3) The automated operation of the present application reduces downtime of the production line, allowing the hot pressing device to work continuously and stably, thereby reducing energy consumption. The energy consumption caused by waiting for the battery to cool down is reduced because the automatic hot pressing mechanism can transfer the next round of batteries during the hot pressing process. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic hot pressing mechanism provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of a hot pressing device provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a material retrieving manipulator provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Description of reference numerals:

[0023] 1. Hot pressing device; 2. Mounting frame; 3. Material taking manipulator;

[0024] 11. Upper hot pressing module; 12. Lower hot pressing module;

[0025] 111. Upper hot pressing plate; 112. Lifting drive device; 113. Guide mechanism;

[0026] 121. lower hot pressing plate; 122. vacuum adsorption hole;

[0027] 31. X-axis module; 32. Y-axis module; 33. Z-axis module; 34. Retrieving plate; 35. Buffer device;

[0028] 341, avoidance slot;

[0029] 351, buffer spring; 352, buffer guide rail; 353, buffer slide block; DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The terms used in the implementation method part of this application are only used to explain the specific embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit this application. The implementation method of the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, an automatic hot pressing mechanism includes three groups of hot pressing devices 1, a mounting frame 2 and a material picking robot 3. The three groups of hot pressing devices 1 are arranged side by side, the mounting frame 2 is arranged on the periphery of the three groups of hot pressing devices 1, and the material picking robot 3 is respectively installed on the front and rear sides of the mounting frame 2. The material picking robot 3 located on the front side of the mounting frame 2 is used to transfer the battery into the hot pressing device 1, and the material picking robot 3 located on the rear side of the mounting frame 2 is used to take the hot-pressed battery out of the hot pressing device 1.

[0032] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the hot pressing device 1 includes an upper hot pressing module 11 and a lower hot pressing module 12, and the upper hot pressing module 11 and the lower hot pressing module 12 are arranged opposite to each other up and down.

[0033] In this embodiment, the upper hot pressing module 11 includes an upper hot pressing plate 111 and a lifting drive device 112 . The lifting drive device 112 is used to drive the upper hot pressing plate 111 to perform lifting motion.

[0034] Among them, the upper hot pressing module 11 also includes a guiding mechanism 113. In order to ensure the stability and accuracy of the upper hot pressing plate 111 during the lifting process, the present embodiment provides a guiding mechanism 113, such as a guide column or a slide rail. These guiding mechanisms 113 are connected to the upper hot pressing plate 111 and fixed on the mounting frame 2 to play a guiding and supporting role.

[0035] Among them, the upper hot pressing module 11 also includes a heating system (not shown in the figure), and a heating system, such as a heating tube or a heating plate, is configured inside or near the upper hot pressing plate 111 to heat the upper hot pressing plate 111 to a required temperature so as to heat the battery or other workpieces during the hot pressing process.

[0036] Among them, the upper hot pressing module 11 also includes a temperature control system (not shown in the figure). In order to keep the temperature of the upper hot pressing plate 111 constant during the hot pressing process or change according to a predetermined temperature curve, a temperature control system is usually set up. The system includes a temperature sensor, a temperature controller and an actuator, which can monitor the temperature of the upper hot pressing plate 111 in real time and adjust the power of the heating system as needed.

[0037] Among them, the upper hot pressing module 11 also includes a safety protection system (not shown in the figure). In order to ensure the safety of the operator and prevent accidents, the upper hot pressing module 11 is usually equipped with a safety protection system, such as a photoelectric sensor or other safety device, which is used to monitor whether the operator's hands or other objects are extended into the operating area. If so, the operation of the lifting drive device 112 or the heating system and other equipment will be stopped in time.

[0038] In this embodiment, the lifting drive device 112 includes a motor and a screw, and the motor drives the upper hot pressing plate 111 to perform lifting motion through the screw. The screw drive has the characteristics of high precision and high repeatability, which can ensure that the upper hot pressing plate 111 reaches a precise position during the lifting process, meeting the position accuracy requirements of the hot pressing process.

[0039] The screw drive has good stability and reliability when transmitting power and motion due to its structural characteristics, and can ensure the stability of the upper hot pressing plate 111 during the lifting process and avoid unnecessary vibration or deviation.

[0040] The lifting drive device 112 also includes a limit switch, which is used to control the lifting stroke of the upper hot pressing plate 111 to prevent it from exceeding a predetermined range. When the upper hot pressing plate 111 reaches a set position, the limit switch triggers a signal to stop the motor from working to ensure the safe operation of the equipment.

[0041] In this embodiment, the lower hot pressing module 12 includes a lower hot pressing plate 121, and a plurality of vacuum adsorption holes 122 are provided at the bottom of the lower hot pressing plate 121. The vacuum adsorption holes 122 can generate negative pressure to firmly adsorb the workpiece on the lower hot pressing plate 121, effectively preventing the workpiece from moving or deviating during the hot pressing process. Compared with the traditional mechanical clamping method, this fixing method can provide a more uniform force distribution, reduce the deformation of the workpiece caused by uneven force, and thus improve the processing accuracy.

[0042] The vacuum adsorption method can quickly and accurately fix the workpiece, reducing the time required for positioning and fixing the workpiece, thereby improving the efficiency of hot pressing. At the same time, since the workpiece is stably fixed on the lower hot pressing plate 121, the uniformity of heat distribution during the hot pressing process can be ensured, further improving the hot pressing effect.

[0043] The vacuum adsorption method is not limited by the shape and size of the workpiece and can flexibly adapt to various types of workpieces. In particular, the vacuum adsorption method can show its unique advantages when processing workpieces with complex or irregular shapes.

[0044] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the material picking robot 3 includes an X-axis module 31, a Y-axis module 32, a Z-axis module 33 and a material picking plate 34, the material picking plate 34 is installed on the Z-axis module 33, the Z-axis module 33 is installed on the Y-axis module 32, the Y-axis module 32 is installed on the X-axis module 31, the X-axis module 31 is used to drive the material picking plate 34 to move along the X-axis direction, the Y-axis module 32 is used to drive the material picking plate 34 to move along the Y-axis direction, the Z-axis module 33 is used to drive the material picking plate 34 to move along the Z-axis direction, and a plurality of vacuum suction cups are arranged at the bottom of the material picking plate 34.

[0045] The pick-up plate 34 is mounted on the Z-axis module 33 and is L-shaped. The L-shape is designed to operate in a limited space and needs to avoid the upper hot pressing module 11 .

[0046] In this embodiment, a plurality of air-avoiding grooves 341 are provided on the material-retrieving plate 34. The design of the air-avoiding grooves 341 helps to reduce the overall weight of the material-retrieving plate 34 while maintaining its necessary strength and rigidity. This design enables the material-retrieving plate 34 to maintain good stability when moving at high speed or carrying heavy objects, and reduces deformation or damage caused by vibration or external force.

[0047] In addition, in some cases, there will be a small gap or groove between the battery and the material extraction plate 34, and air is easily retained in these areas, affecting the adsorption effect of the vacuum suction cup. The design of the air escape groove 341 can help the residual air to be discharged, reduce the possibility of air stagnation, and thus enhance the adsorption performance of the vacuum suction cup.

[0048] In this embodiment, a buffer device 35 is also provided on the material picking manipulator 3. The buffer device 35 includes a buffer spring 351, a buffer guide rail 352 and a buffer slider 353. The buffer slider 353 is installed on one side of the material picking plate 34, the buffer slider 353 is installed on the buffer guide rail 352, the buffer guide rail 352 is installed on the Z-axis module 33, and the buffer spring 351 is installed on the upper end surface of the buffer slider 353. The buffer device 35 can effectively reduce the impact and vibration generated by the material picking plate 34 when it moves quickly or stops. Through the telescopic effect of the buffer spring 351, the movement of the buffer slider 353 on the buffer guide rail 352 becomes more stable, thereby improving the stability of the entire material picking manipulator 3 during operation. In the process of picking and discharging materials, especially in high-speed or high-precision operations, slight collisions may occur between the materials and the material picking plate 34. The buffer device 35 can absorb the energy generated by these collisions, reduce the impact on the manipulator and the materials, and thus reduce the risk of damage.

[0049] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, or it can be 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 embodiments of the present application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0050] In the embodiments of the present application, the devices or elements referred to or implied must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the embodiments of the present application. In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise precisely and specifically specified.

[0051] The terms "first", "second", "third", "fourth", etc. (if any) in the description and claims of the embodiments of the present application and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the data used in this way can be interchanged where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present application described herein, for example, can be implemented in an order other than those illustrated or described herein. In addition, the terms "may include" and "have" and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions, for example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products or devices.

[0052] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, rather than to limit them. Although the embodiments of the present application are described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, a person of ordinary skill in the art should understand that the technical solutions described in the above embodiments can still be modified, or some or all of the technical features can be replaced by equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

Claims

1. An automatic hot pressing mechanism, characterized in that: It comprises three groups of hot pressing devices, a mounting frame and a material-retrieving robot. The three groups of hot pressing devices are arranged side by side. The mounting frame is arranged on the periphery of the three groups of hot pressing devices. The material-retrieving robot is respectively installed on the front and rear sides of the mounting frame. The material-retrieving robot located on the front side of the mounting frame is used to transfer the battery into the hot pressing device, and the material-retrieving robot located on the rear side of the mounting frame is used to retrieve the hot-pressed battery from the hot pressing device.

2. The automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hot pressing device comprises an upper hot pressing module and a lower hot pressing module, and the upper hot pressing module and the lower hot pressing module are arranged opposite to each other up and down.

3. An automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper hot pressing module comprises an upper hot pressing plate and a lifting drive device, and the lifting drive device is used to drive the upper hot pressing plate to perform lifting movement.

4. The automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lifting drive device comprises a motor and a screw rod, and the motor drives the upper hot pressing plate to perform lifting motion via the screw rod.

5. The automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lower hot pressing module comprises a lower hot pressing plate, and a plurality of vacuum adsorption holes are arranged at the bottom of the lower hot pressing plate.

6. The automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material picking robot includes an X-axis module, a Y-axis module, a Z-axis module and a material picking plate, wherein the material picking plate is mounted on the Z-axis module, the Z-axis module is mounted on the Y-axis module, the Y-axis module is mounted on the X-axis module, the X-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the X-axis direction, the Y-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the Y-axis direction, the Z-axis module is used to drive the material picking plate to move along the Z-axis direction, and a plurality of vacuum suction cups are arranged at the bottom of the material picking plate.

7. An automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The material taking plate is provided with a plurality of air-avoiding grooves.

8. The automatic hot pressing mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The material picking robot is also provided with a buffer device, which includes a buffer spring, a buffer guide rail and a buffer slider. The buffer slider is installed on one side of the material picking plate, the buffer slider is installed on the buffer guide rail, the buffer guide rail is installed on the Z-axis module, and the buffer spring is installed on the upper end surface of the buffer slider.

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