Code spraying and scanning integrated equipment and scheduling system thereof
By integrating the code reader, controller and inkjet printer into the integrated inkjet scan equipment, the automatic reading, matching and inkjet of carton SKU information is realized, which solves the problems of large workload of operators and high operating costs in the existing technology, and improves the operation efficiency and inkjet quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421492613.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-06-27
- Publication Date
- 2025-04-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-06-27
AI Technical Summary
In the prior art, operators need to read the SKU information of each carton through the code reader one by one, enter the information, match the information to the upstream transmission information, judge the accuracy of the box, and then perform the inkjet work, resulting in large workloads of operators and high operating costs of the enterprise.
It provides an integrated inkjet scanning equipment, including a carrier platform, a code reader, a controller and a printer. The SKU information is read through the code reader, the controller matches the information transmitted upstream, judges the accuracy of the information, and drives the box to move to the printer for inkjet.
Scanning, information entry, information verification and ink coding are realized through one device, reducing manual operation costs and improving the quality and efficiency of ink coding.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of carton code spraying and scanning equipment, in particular to a code spraying and scanning integrated equipment and a dispatching system thereof. Background Art
[0002] Existing inkjet printers can only spray codes on the parallel sides of cartons. However, due to the company's higher demand for cargo traceability, it is necessary to spray a unique information code on each carton loaded with products. This requires operators to read the SKU information of each carton one by one through a barcode reader, enter the SKU information, match it with the upstream transmission information, and judge the accuracy of the box. If the information matches, the code will be sprayed, and if the matching information is inconsistent, the code will not be sprayed. For example, in the process of packaging wine, in order to achieve product traceability, operators are required to complete the above work. This greatly increases the workload of operators and increases the operating costs of enterprises. Therefore, those skilled in the art are in urgent need of a new device to achieve scanning, information entry, information verification and coding through one device, thereby reducing labor costs. Utility Model Content
[0003] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to solve the problem that in the prior art, the operator needs to read the SKU information of each carton one by one through a barcode reader, enter the SKU information, match it with the upstream transmitted information, judge the accuracy of the box, and then perform the coding work. This leads to the problem of heavy workload for operators and high operating costs for enterprises. To this end, the utility model provides a coding and scanning integrated device, including:
[0004] A carrying platform, wherein a driving mechanism for driving the box to move is arranged on the carrying platform;
[0005] The barcode reader is arranged on the moving path of the carrier platform, and is used to read the SKU information of the box; wherein the SKU information is a unique identifier of a specific product or material used by retailers or manufacturers to track inventory. It is usually composed of a combination of letters and numbers, including information such as the brand, style, color, and size of the product. It is a code used within the company to manage inventory and track sales.
[0006] A controller is connected to the barcode reader for communication; the controller receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the box information;
[0007] The inkjet printer is communicatively connected to the controller and is located at the next station of the code reader; the controller determines the accuracy of the information on the box, and if the information matches, the driving mechanism drives the box to move to the inkjet printer for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer does not code.
[0008] Optional, integrated inkjet and scanner equipment also includes:
[0009] A visual recognition mechanism, which takes a picture of the box and calculates the inkjet position of the inkjet printer through an image analyzer;
[0010] A height adjustment mechanism, the inkjet printer is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism, and the height adjustment mechanism drives the inkjet printer to move up and down to inkjet the coding position of the box.
[0011] Optionally, the height adjustment mechanism is a spiral transmission structure, comprising: a rotating screw, a driving nut meshing with the rotating screw, and a driving motor driving the rotating screw to rotate circumferentially;
[0012] During the driven rotation of the rotating screw, the rotational motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut to move up and down; the inkjet printer is arranged on the driving nut.
[0013] Optional, integrated inkjet and scanner equipment also includes:
[0014] A first position sensor is located on the carrier platform and in the area in front of the box entering the visual recognition mechanism; the first position sensor is communicatively connected with the visual recognition mechanism to trigger the visual recognition mechanism to start working;
[0015] The second position sensor is located on the carrying platform and in the front area where the box enters the inkjet printer; the second position sensor is communicatively connected with the inkjet printer to trigger the inkjet printer to start working.
[0016] Optionally, the controller includes: a PLC controller, and the PLC controller controls the rotation of the rotating screw to adjust the height of the inkjet printer.
[0017] Optional, integrated inkjet and scanner equipment also includes:
[0018] An outer shell, wherein the code reader, the visual recognition mechanism and the inkjet printer are all arranged in the outer shell;
[0019] The transport platform includes: a driving mechanism and a transmission roller; the driving mechanism is a transmission belt that carries the box; the driving mechanism is arranged at the box entry position of the outer shell to ensure stable transportation of the box and complete code reading, visual recognition and coding work.
[0020] Optionally, the visual recognition mechanism includes: a camera for taking pictures of the entire box, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives image information from the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box.
[0021] Optional, integrated inkjet and scanner equipment also includes:
[0022] A re-inspection camera is arranged on the carrying platform and at the next station of the inkjet printer; the re-inspection camera is used to detect whether the inkjet printing of the box is qualified;
[0023] The inkjet printer is also provided with a liquid level sensor device; the liquid level sensor device is used to monitor the usage status of the ink. If the liquid level, oil circuit, or nozzle is abnormal, an alarm signal is triggered. A re-inspection camera is installed at the end; the re-inspection camera is a 3D camera, which is used for visual verification after the inkjet coding is completed to check whether there is any missing inkjet, wrong inkjet, unclear inkjet coding, etc. If the inkjet coding is abnormal, an alarm will be triggered and the box will be rejected.
[0024] Optionally, the visual recognition mechanism is a 3D camera; the 3D camera is used to take a picture of the box and perform image recognition processing, calculate a reasonable coding position through image processing, generate a signal and upload it to a controller.
[0025] Optional, integrated inkjet and scanner equipment also includes:
[0026] Liquid level sensor, used to detect safe water level and abnormality of ink;
[0027] Oil circuit sensor, used to detect abnormalities such as oil circuit blockage and pipeline damage;
[0028] The printhead sensor is used to detect whether the printhead has abnormal coding conditions.
[0029] The alarm device is used to alarm various abnormal situations. Equipment failure will display a red light, and coding problems will display a yellow light.
[0030] An alarm is connected to the re-inspection camera for alarming when the re-inspection camera detects that the box body inkjet printing is unqualified;
[0031] A brush is arranged on the carrying platform and is used to clean the dust on the side of the box to ensure the coding effect of the inkjet printer.
[0032] A dispatching system comprises: the above-mentioned integrated coding and scanning device; and an automated shelf for storing the boxes.
[0033] The technical solution of the utility model has the following advantages:
[0034] 1. The inkjet printer and scanner integrated device provided by the utility model includes:
[0035] A carrying platform, wherein a driving mechanism for driving the box to move is arranged on the carrying platform;
[0036] A code reader is arranged on the moving path of the transport platform, and is used to read the SKU information of the box;
[0037] A controller is connected to the barcode reader for communication; the controller receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the box information;
[0038] The inkjet printer is communicatively connected to the controller and is located at the next station of the code reader; the controller determines the accuracy of the information on the box, and if the information matches, the driving mechanism drives the box to move to the inkjet printer for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer does not code.
[0039] In the utility model, by integrating the code reader and the inkjet printer on a code scanning integrated device, scanning, information entry, information verification and coding can be completed by one device. There is no need for operators to read the SKU information of each carton one by one through the code reader, and enter the SKU information and match it with the upstream transmission information. In the present invention, through information sensing technology, image recognition processing, data processing and other technologies, the integrated, intelligent and unmanned operation of box coding is realized, which greatly improves the quality and efficiency of coding and effectively reduces labor costs.
[0040] 2. The integrated inkjet and scanning device provided by the present invention also includes:
[0041] A visual recognition mechanism, which takes a picture of the box and calculates the inkjet position of the inkjet printer through an image analyzer;
[0042] A height adjustment mechanism, the inkjet printer is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism, and the height adjustment mechanism drives the inkjet printer to move up and down to inkjet the coding position of the box.
[0043] In the utility model, the size and surface image information of the box are identified by a visual recognition mechanism, and the position of the inkjet printer is adjusted through a height adjustment mechanism according to a preset program, so that the integrated inkjet printer and scanner can be adapted to different types of boxes and the information code can be sprayed at a suitable position on the box.
[0044] 3. The inkjet and scanner integrated device provided by the present invention, the height adjustment mechanism is a spiral transmission structure, including: a rotating screw, a driving nut meshing with the rotating screw, and a driving motor driving the rotating screw to rotate circumferentially;
[0045] During the driven rotation of the rotating screw, the rotational motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut to move up and down; the inkjet printer is arranged on the driving nut.
[0046] In the utility model, the rotating screw and the driving nut connected by the above-mentioned cooperative transmission can stably and reliably drive the inkjet printer to move accurately, thereby completing the precise adjustment of the lifting position of the inkjet printer.
[0047] 4. The integrated inkjet and scanning device provided by the present invention also includes:
[0048] A first position sensor is located on the carrier platform and in the area in front of the box entering the visual recognition mechanism; the first position sensor is communicatively connected with the visual recognition mechanism to trigger the visual recognition mechanism to start working;
[0049] The second position sensor is located on the carrying platform and in the front area where the box enters the inkjet printer; the second position sensor is communicatively connected with the inkjet printer to trigger the inkjet printer to start working.
[0050] In the present invention, the first position sensor can accurately detect the moving position of the box, so that the control signal is sent to the visual recognition mechanism through the first position sensor, triggering the visual recognition mechanism to start working. In addition, the position of the box is detected by the second position sensor, triggering the inkjet printer to start working. The first position sensor and the second position sensor are photoelectric sensors that accurately detect the moving position of the box.
[0051] 5. The integrated coding and scanning equipment provided by the utility model, the carrying platform includes: a driving mechanism and a transmission roller; the driving mechanism is a transmission belt that carries the box; the driving mechanism is arranged at the box entry position of the outer shell to ensure stable transportation of the box and complete code reading, visual recognition and coding work.
[0052] In the utility model, the box is moved by the transmission belt, which has the advantage of stable transportation. The box is driven to move stably by the transmission belt, and the code reading, visual recognition and code spraying are completed, which can effectively ensure the stable operation of the integrated code spraying and scanning device.
[0053] 6. The integrated coding and scanning device provided by the present invention also includes:
[0054] A re-inspection camera is arranged on the carrying platform and at the next station of the inkjet printer; the re-inspection camera is used to detect whether the inkjet printing of the box is qualified;
[0055] An alarm is connected to the re-inspection camera for alarming when the re-inspection camera detects that the box body is unqualified for inkjet printing;
[0056] A brush is arranged on the carrying platform and is used to clean the dust on the side of the box to ensure the coding effect of the inkjet printer. In the utility model, the brush can effectively clean the side of the box to ensure the neatness of the side of the box, thereby ensuring the coding effect of the inkjet printer;
[0057] In addition, through the re-inspection camera and alarm that cooperate with each other in this application, the coding effect of the box can be effectively visually inspected, thereby eliminating unqualified products.
[0058] 7. The dispatching system provided by the utility model includes a coding and scanning integrated device. Therefore, it has all the advantages of the coding and scanning integrated device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0059] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.
[0060] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in Example 1 provided by the utility model;
[0061] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the integrated coding and scanning device with a controller in Example 1 provided by the utility model;
[0062] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a coding and scanning integrated device in which the image analyzer and the controller are arranged on a carrier platform in Example 1 provided by the utility model;
[0063] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in Example 2 provided by the utility model;
[0064] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in Example 2 provided by the utility model.
[0065] Description of reference numerals:
[0066] 1-carrying platform; 2-driving mechanism; 3-code reader; 4-inkjet printer; 5-visual recognition mechanism; 6-height adjustment mechanism; 7-rotating screw; 8-driving nut; 9-first position sensor; 10-second position sensor; 11-outer shell; 12-transmission roller; 13-brush; 14-box; 15-image analyzer; 16-re-inspection camera; 17-alarm; 18-controller; 19-equipment support platform. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0067] The technical solution of the utility model will be described clearly and completely below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of 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.
[0068] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying 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 limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0069] Example 1
[0070] See also Figure 1 , Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in an embodiment of the utility model is shown.
[0071] A coding and scanning integrated device, comprising:
[0072] The transport platform 1 includes: a driving mechanism 2 and a transmission roller 12; the driving mechanism 2 is a transmission belt for carrying the box 14; the driving mechanism 2 is arranged at the entry position of the box 14 of the outer shell 11 to ensure stable transportation of the box 14 and complete code reading, visual recognition and coding work;
[0073] A code reader 3 is arranged on the moving path of the transport platform 1, and the code reader 3 is used to read the SKU information of the box 14;
[0074] The controller 18 is connected to the code reader 3 for communication; the controller 18 receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the information of the box 14; the controller 18 includes: a PLC controller, the PLC controller controls the rotation of the rotating screw 7 to adjust the height of the inkjet printer 4;
[0075] Visual recognition mechanism 5, optionally, the visual recognition mechanism 5 is a 3D camera; the 3D camera is used to take a picture of the box 14 and perform image recognition processing, calculate the reasonable coding position through image processing, generate a signal and upload it to the controller; in this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14. In this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14;
[0076] The inkjet printer 4 is connected to the controller 18 and is located at the next station of the code reader 3; the controller 18 determines the accuracy of the information of the box 14, and if the information matches, the driving mechanism 2 drives the box 14 to move to the inkjet printer 4 for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer 4 does not code;
[0077] Height adjustment mechanism 6, the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism 6, the height adjustment mechanism 6 drives the inkjet printer 4 to move up and down, and to print the code on the coding position of the box 14; in this embodiment, the height adjustment mechanism 6 is a spiral transmission structure, including: a rotating screw 7, a driving nut 8 meshing with the rotating screw 7, and a driving motor driving the rotating screw 7 to rotate circumferentially; during the driven rotation of the rotating screw 7, the rotary motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut 8 to move up and down; the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the driving nut 8. The rotating screw 7 and the driving nut 8 connected by the above-mentioned cooperative transmission can stably and reliably drive the inkjet printer 4 to move precisely, thereby completing the precise adjustment of the lifting position of the inkjet printer 4;
[0078] An outer shell 11, wherein the code reader 3, the visual recognition mechanism 5 and the inkjet printer 4 are all arranged in the outer shell 11;
[0079] The re-inspection camera 16 is arranged on the carrier platform 1, at the next station of the inkjet printer 4; the re-inspection camera 16 is used to detect whether the inkjet printing of the box 14 is qualified. Specifically, the re-inspection camera 16 is a 3D camera, which is used for visual inspection after the inkjet printing is completed to check whether there is any missing inkjet, wrong inkjet, unclear inkjet printing, etc. If the inkjet printing is abnormal, an alarm will be issued and the box will be rejected;
[0080] The alarm 17 is connected to the re-inspection camera 16 for communication, and alarms when the re-inspection camera 16 detects that the coding of the box 14 is unqualified.
[0081] In this embodiment, the inkjet printer 4 is also provided with a liquid level sensor device; the liquid level sensor device is used to monitor the use status of the ink, and triggers an alarm signal if the liquid level, oil circuit, or nozzle is abnormal;
[0082] The above-mentioned integrated coding and scanning device also includes:
[0083] Liquid level sensor, used to detect safe water level and abnormality of ink;
[0084] Oil circuit sensor, used to detect abnormalities such as oil circuit blockage and pipeline damage;
[0085] The printhead sensor is used to detect whether the printhead has abnormal coding conditions.
[0086] The alarm device in this embodiment is used to alarm various abnormal situations. Equipment failure displays a red light, and coding problems display a yellow light.
[0087] In the present invention, in order to accurately detect the moving position of the box 14, it is ensured that the visual recognition mechanism 5 and the inkjet printer 4 start working at an appropriate time. The inkjet printer and scanner integrated device also includes:
[0088] The first position sensor 9 is located on the carrier platform 1 and in the area in front of the box 14 entering the visual recognition mechanism 5; the first position sensor 9 is connected to the visual recognition mechanism 5 for communication so as to trigger the visual recognition mechanism 5 to start working;
[0089] The second position sensor 10 is located on the carrier platform 1 and in the front area where the box 14 enters the inkjet printer 4; the second position sensor 10 is communicatively connected with the inkjet printer 4 to trigger the inkjet printer 4 to start working.
[0090] In the present utility model, in order to optimize the structural layout of the integrated coding and scanning equipment. Figure 2 As shown, an equipment support platform 19 is also provided below the carrier platform 1. The controller 18 and the image analyzer 15 are both provided on the equipment support platform 19.
[0091] Of course, this embodiment does not specifically limit the location of the controller 18 of the integrated coding and scanning device. In other embodiments, the controller 18 of the integrated coding and scanning device is a control device arranged away from the carrier platform 1. The controller 18 is communicatively connected with other components of the integrated coding and scanning device.
[0092] Of course, this embodiment does not specifically limit whether the inkjet printer and scanner integrated device is provided with the above-mentioned device support platform 19. In other embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the controller 18 and the image analyzer 15 may also be fixed on the carrier platform 1 or other locations via a bracket.
[0093] Example 2
[0094] See also Figure 4 and Figure 5 , Figure 4 The figure shows a three-dimensional structure diagram of the integrated coding and scanning device in the embodiment of the utility model. Figure 5 The figure shows the internal structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in the embodiment of the utility model.
[0095] A coding and scanning integrated device, comprising:
[0096] The transport platform 1 includes: a driving mechanism 2 and a transmission roller 12; the driving mechanism 2 is a transmission belt for carrying the box 14; the driving mechanism 2 is arranged at the entry position of the box 14 of the outer shell 11 to ensure stable transportation of the box 14 and complete code reading, visual recognition and coding work;
[0097] A code reader 3 is arranged on the moving path of the transport platform 1, and the code reader 3 is used to read the SKU information of the box 14;
[0098] The controller 18 is connected to the code reader 3 for communication; the controller 18 receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the information of the box 14; the controller 18 includes: a PLC controller, the PLC controller controls the rotation of the rotating screw 7 to adjust the height of the inkjet printer 4;
[0099] The visual recognition mechanism 5 takes a picture of the box 14, and uses the image analyzer 15 to calculate the inkjet position of the inkjet printer 4; in this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14. In this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14;
[0100] The inkjet printer 4 is connected to the controller 18 and is located at the next station of the code reader 3; the controller 18 determines the accuracy of the information of the box 14, and if the information matches, the driving mechanism 2 drives the box 14 to move to the inkjet printer 4 for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer 4 does not code;
[0101] Height adjustment mechanism 6, the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism 6, the height adjustment mechanism 6 drives the inkjet printer 4 to move up and down, and to print the code on the coding position of the box 14; in this embodiment, the height adjustment mechanism 6 is a spiral transmission structure, including: a rotating screw 7, a driving nut 8 meshing with the rotating screw 7, and a driving motor driving the rotating screw 7 to rotate circumferentially; during the driven rotation of the rotating screw 7, the rotary motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut 8 to move up and down; the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the driving nut 8. The rotating screw 7 and the driving nut 8 connected by the above-mentioned cooperative transmission can stably and reliably drive the inkjet printer 4 to move precisely, thereby completing the precise adjustment of the lifting position of the inkjet printer 4;
[0102] An outer shell 11, wherein the code reader 3, the visual recognition mechanism 5 and the inkjet printer 4 are all arranged in the outer shell 11;
[0103] The brush 13 is arranged on the carrying platform 1 and is used to clean the dust on the side of the box 14 to ensure the coding effect of the inkjet printer 4 .
[0104] In the present invention, in order to accurately detect the moving position of the box 14, it is ensured that the visual recognition mechanism 5 and the inkjet printer 4 start working at an appropriate time. The inkjet printer and scanner integrated device also includes:
[0105] The first position sensor 9 is located on the carrier platform 1 and in the area in front of the box 14 entering the visual recognition mechanism 5; the first position sensor 9 is connected to the visual recognition mechanism 5 for communication so as to trigger the visual recognition mechanism 5 to start working;
[0106] The second position sensor 10 is located on the carrier platform 1 and in the front area where the box 14 enters the inkjet printer 4; the second position sensor 10 is communicatively connected with the inkjet printer 4 to trigger the inkjet printer 4 to start working.
[0107] Of course, this embodiment does not specifically limit the specific structure of the transport platform 1. In other embodiments, the transport platform 1 uses a transmission belt or a transmission roller 12 to transport the box 14.
[0108] Of course, this embodiment does not specifically limit the specific structure of the height adjustment mechanism 6. In other embodiments, the height adjustment mechanism 6 can also be a telescopic push rod of an electrically controlled structure, which drives the inkjet printer 4 to move up and down to spray code on the coding position of the box 14.
[0109] Of course, the present embodiment does not specifically limit the specific structures of the first position sensor 9 and the second position sensor 10. In other embodiments, the first position sensor 9 and the second position sensor 10 may also be visual sensors.
[0110] Of course, this embodiment does not specifically limit the specific structure of the visual recognition mechanism 5. In other embodiments, the visual recognition mechanism 5 can also be a video recorder that records the entire box 14, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the video information from the video recorder, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14.
[0111] Example 3
[0112] A dispatching system, characterized by comprising: an integrated coding and scanning device; and an automated shelf for storing the box 14.
[0113] See also Figure 4 and Figure 5 , Figure 4 The figure shows a three-dimensional structure diagram of the integrated coding and scanning device in the embodiment of the utility model. Figure 5 The figure shows the internal structure of the integrated coding and scanning device in the embodiment of the utility model.
[0114] A coding and scanning integrated device, comprising:
[0115] The transport platform 1 includes: a driving mechanism 2 and a transmission roller 12; the driving mechanism 2 is a transmission belt for carrying the box 14; the driving mechanism 2 is arranged at the entry position of the box 14 of the outer shell 11 to ensure stable transportation of the box 14 and complete code reading, visual recognition and coding work;
[0116] A code reader 3 is arranged on the moving path of the transport platform 1, and the code reader 3 is used to read the SKU information of the box 14;
[0117] The controller 18 is connected to the code reader 3 for communication; the controller 18 receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the information of the box 14; the controller 18 includes: a PLC controller, the PLC controller controls the rotation of the rotating screw 7 to adjust the height of the inkjet printer 4;
[0118] The visual recognition mechanism 5 takes a picture of the box 14, and uses the image analyzer 15 to calculate the inkjet position of the inkjet printer 4; in this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14. In this embodiment, the visual recognition mechanism 5 includes: a camera that takes a picture of the box 14 as a whole, and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information of the camera, and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box 14;
[0119] The inkjet printer 4 is connected to the controller 18 and is located at the next station of the code reader 3; the controller 18 determines the accuracy of the information of the box 14, and if the information matches, the driving mechanism 2 drives the box 14 to move to the inkjet printer 4 for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer 4 does not code;
[0120] Height adjustment mechanism 6, the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism 6, the height adjustment mechanism 6 drives the inkjet printer 4 to move up and down, and to print the code on the coding position of the box 14; in this embodiment, the height adjustment mechanism 6 is a spiral transmission structure, including: a rotating screw 7, a driving nut 8 meshing with the rotating screw 7, and a driving motor driving the rotating screw 7 to rotate circumferentially; during the driven rotation of the rotating screw 7, the rotary motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut 8 to move up and down; the inkjet printer 4 is arranged on the driving nut 8. The rotating screw 7 and the driving nut 8 connected by the above-mentioned cooperative transmission can stably and reliably drive the inkjet printer 4 to move precisely, thereby completing the precise adjustment of the lifting position of the inkjet printer 4;
[0121] The outer shell 11 , the code reader 3 , the visual recognition mechanism 5 and the inkjet printer 4 are all arranged inside the outer shell 11 .
[0122] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for the purpose of clear explanation, and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. For those skilled in the art, other different forms of changes or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to list all the implementation methods here. The obvious changes or modifications derived therefrom are still within the scope of protection of the invention of the utility model.
Claims
1. A coding and scanning integrated device, characterized in that: include: A transport platform (1), wherein a driving mechanism (2) for driving the box (14) to move is provided on the transport platform (1); A code reader (3) is arranged on a moving path of the transport platform (1), and the code reader (3) is used to read the SKU information of the box (14); A controller (18) is connected to the code reader (3) for communication; the controller (18) receives the SKU information and matches the SKU information with the upstream transmission information to determine the accuracy of the information of the box (14); The inkjet printer (4) is connected to the controller (18) for communication and is located at the next station of the code reader (3); the controller (18) determines the accuracy of the information communication of the box (14); if the information matches, the drive mechanism (2) drives the box (14) to move to the inkjet printer (4) for coding; if the information does not match, the inkjet printer (4) does not code.
2. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A visual recognition mechanism (5), wherein the visual recognition mechanism (5) takes a picture of the box (14) and calculates the coding position of the coding machine (4) through an image analyzer (15); A height adjustment mechanism (6), the inkjet printer (4) is arranged on the height adjustment mechanism (6), and the height adjustment mechanism (6) drives the inkjet printer (4) to move up and down to print the code at the coding position of the box (14).
3. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The visual recognition mechanism (5) is a 3D camera; the 3D camera is used to take a picture of the box (14) and perform image recognition processing, calculate a reasonable inkjet coding position through image processing, generate a signal and upload it to a controller.
4. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The height adjustment mechanism (6) is a spiral transmission structure, comprising: a rotating screw (7), a driving nut (8) meshing with the rotating screw (7), and a driving motor driving the rotating screw (7) to rotate circumferentially; During the driven rotation of the rotating screw rod (7), the rotary motion is converted into linear motion, and the torque is converted into thrust to drive the driving nut (8) to move up and down; the inkjet printer (4) is arranged on the driving nut (8).
5. The integrated inkjet printer and scanner device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: Also includes: A first position sensor (9) is located on the carrier platform (1) in the area in front of the box (14) entering the visual recognition mechanism (5); the first position sensor (9) is communicatively connected with the visual recognition mechanism (5) to trigger the visual recognition mechanism (5) to start working; The second position sensor (10) is located on the carrying platform (1) and in the area in front of the box (14) entering the inkjet printer (4); the second position sensor (10) is connected to the inkjet printer (4) for communication so as to trigger the inkjet printer (4) to start working.
6. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The controller (18) comprises: a PLC controller, and the PLC controller controls the rotation of the rotating screw (7) to adjust the height of the inkjet printer (4).
7. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 2, characterized in that: Also includes: An outer shell (11), wherein the code reader (3), the visual recognition mechanism (5) and the inkjet printer (4) are all arranged inside the outer shell (11); The transport platform (1) comprises: a driving mechanism (2) and a transmission roller (12); the driving mechanism (2) is a transmission belt for carrying the box (14); the driving mechanism (2) is arranged at the entry position of the box (14) into the outer shell (11) to ensure stable transportation of the box (14) and complete code reading, visual recognition and code spraying.
8. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The visual recognition mechanism (5) comprises: a camera for taking pictures of the overall structure of the box (14), and an image analyzer; the image analyzer receives the image information from the camera and analyzes and calculates the position where the code needs to be sprayed on the box (14).
9. The integrated inkjet and scanner device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A re-inspection camera (16) is arranged on the transport platform (1) at a next station of the inkjet printer (4); the re-inspection camera (16) is used to detect whether the inkjet printing of the box body (14) is qualified; The inkjet printer (4) is also provided with a liquid level sensor device; the liquid level sensor device is used to monitor the use status of the ink, and if the liquid level, oil circuit, or nozzle is abnormal, an alarm signal is triggered, and a re-inspection camera (16) is installed at the end; the re-inspection camera (16) is a 3D camera, which is used for verification after the inkjet printer is completed, and if the inkjet printer is abnormal, an alarm is triggered and the box is rejected; An alarm (17) is connected to the re-inspection camera (16) for alarming when the re-inspection camera (16) detects that the coding of the box (14) is unqualified; A brush (13) is arranged on the carrying platform (1) and is used to clean dust on the side of the box (14) to ensure the coding effect of the inkjet printer (4).
10. A scheduling system, characterized in that: include: The integrated inkjet printer and scanner device according to any one of claims 1 to 9; as well as, An automated shelf is used to store the boxes (14).