Tire carrying device for tire changer

By designing a tire handling device including robotic arms, jaws, conveyor racks and hydraulic cylinders, the problems of low automation, poor conveying effect and inability to adapt to tires of different sizes in the prior art are solved, and efficient, automated and flexible tire handling is achieved.

CN222886566UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-20SHANDONG CHANGHUI IND EQUIP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421900626.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-07
Publication Date
2025-05-20
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-07

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Technical Problem

The tire handling devices of existing tire disassembly and assembly machines have low degree of automation and poor conveying effect, and cannot adapt to tires of different sizes, resulting in low working efficiency, poor equipment stability and difficult maintenance.

Method used

A tire handling device including a robotic arm, jaw, conveyor rack and hydraulic cylinder is designed. The automatic handling of tires is achieved through the robotic arm and jaw, and multiple sets of gears and hydraulic cylinders are used to improve the conveying stability, and adapt to tires of different sizes through the adjustment mechanism.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves the degree of automation and work efficiency of tire handling, reduces labor intensity, ensures the stability of tires during handling, adapts to tire needs of different sizes, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a tire handling device for a tire changer, which comprises a working table, a handling mechanism is arranged on the working table, the handling mechanism comprises a mechanical arm, a mounting plate, a first motor, a gear, a connecting rod and a clamping jaw, the mechanical arm is arranged on the working table, the mounting plate is mounted on the mechanical arm, and the first motor is arranged on the mounting plate. The first motor is installed on the installation plate, the two sets of gears are installed on the bottom face of the installation plate, the connecting rods are installed on the gears, the clamping jaws are installed on the connecting rods, the conveying mechanism is arranged on one side of the workbench, and the conveying mechanism comprises an installation base, a support, a hydraulic cylinder, a conveying frame and conveying rollers. The mounting base is mounted on one side of the workbench, the support is rotationally mounted in the mounting base, and the hydraulic cylinder rotating rod is mounted in the mounting base, so that the technical problems that in the background technology, efficient automation means are lacked, the conveying effect is poor, and the carrying requirements of tires of various specifications cannot be met are solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of tire dismounting machines, and more specifically, it relates to a tire handling device for a tire dismounting machine. Background Art

[0002] In the existing technology, in the existing tire dismounting machines, the automation degree of the tire handling device is generally low and mainly relies on manual operation. Due to the lack of efficient automation means, errors may occur during the handling process, resulting in tire damage or equipment failure. In addition, manual operation cannot meet the high-intensity and high-efficiency modern production requirements, seriously restricting the working efficiency and stability of the tire dismounting machine;

[0003] When the current tire dismounting machine tire handling device conveys the tire, there are often problems with poor conveying effect. The conveying frame and the rotating rod of the conveying mechanism are not reasonably designed, resulting in the tire being prone to jitter, tilt or even damage during the conveying process. The poor conveying effect not only affects the working efficiency of the tire dismounting machine, but also may cause damage to the tire itself, increasing the later maintenance cost;

[0004] For tires of different sizes, the existing tire handling devices for tire dismounting machines often cannot be effectively adapted. This is because the adjustment mechanism of the device is not designed flexibly enough to meet the handling requirements of tires of various specifications. When different-sized tires need to be processed, the equipment needs to be shut down to replace parts or make cumbersome adjustments, seriously affecting the production efficiency and the utilization rate of the equipment. In addition, a handling device with fixed specifications may have potential safety hazards and operation difficulties when dealing with special-sized tires. Summary of the Utility Model

[0005] (I) Technical Problems to be Solved

[0006] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, the utility model provides a tire handling device for a tire dismounting machine to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art, such as the lack of efficient automation means, poor conveying effect, and inability to meet the handling requirements of tires of various specifications.

[0007] (II) Technical Solutions

[0008] To achieve the above object, the present utility model provides the following technical solution: A tire handling device for a tire changer, including a workbench, a handling mechanism is arranged on the workbench, the handling mechanism includes a robotic arm, a mounting plate, a first motor, gears, connecting rods and clamping jaws, the robotic arm is arranged on the workbench, the mounting plate is installed on the robotic arm, the first motor is installed on the mounting plate, two groups of gears are arranged and installed on the bottom surface of the mounting plate, the connecting rods are installed on the gears, and the clamping jaws are installed on the connecting rods. A conveying mechanism is arranged on one side of the workbench, the conveying mechanism includes a mounting seat, a bracket, a hydraulic cylinder, a conveying frame and conveying rollers, the mounting seat is installed on one side of the workbench, the bracket is rotatably installed in the mounting seat, the rotating rod of the hydraulic cylinder is installed therein, the conveying frame is arranged on the bracket, and the conveying rollers are arranged on the conveying frame.

[0009] The present utility model is further provided that a rotating mechanism is arranged on the workbench, the rotating mechanism includes a rotating motor, a rotating seat and a rotating shaft, the rotating motor is installed on the bottom surface of the workbench, the rotating seat is installed on the workbench, the rotating shaft is rotatably installed in the rotating seat and its two ends are respectively connected to the rotating motor and the robotic arm, which improves the flexibility and accuracy of tire handling.

[0010] The present utility model is further provided that the two groups of gears are meshed with each other, and the output end of the first motor is fixedly connected to one of the gears, which reduces energy loss and improves the operating efficiency of the equipment.

[0011] The present utility model is further provided that a rotating rod is arranged on the conveying frame, and multiple groups of rotating rods are provided. The bracket is rotatably installed on one group of rotating rods, which improves the convenience of operation.

[0012] The present utility model is further provided that a sliding component is arranged on the mounting seat, the sliding component includes a sleeve and a sliding rod, multiple groups of sleeves are provided and are respectively rotatably connected to the rotating rod and the mounting seat, and the sliding rod is slidably installed in the sleeve, which improves the adaptability and flexibility of the equipment.

[0013] The present utility model is further provided that a connecting piece is connected to the two groups of rotating rods, which enhances the structural strength of the device.

[0014] The present utility model is further provided that an adjusting mechanism is arranged on the connecting piece, the adjusting mechanism includes a central shaft, a screw rod and a turning handle, the central shaft is rotatably installed on the connecting piece, the screw rods are arranged at both ends of the central shaft and are threadedly connected to the conveying frame, and the turning handle is installed at one end of the screw rod, which is convenient for adjusting the distance between the two groups of conveying frames.

[0015] The present utility model is further provided that the threads on the screw rods at both ends of the central shaft are set to be opposite, which can adjust the distance between the conveying frames.

[0016] (3) Beneficial effects

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present utility model provides a tire handling device for a tire changer, having the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. The handling mechanism of the tire handling device realizes the automatic handling of the tire through the robotic arm and the gripper, significantly improving the degree of automation of the operation, reducing the manual labor intensity, and improving the work efficiency. The flexibility and accuracy of the robotic arm make the tire handling more accurate and fast, while reducing the risk of operation errors.

[0019] 2. The conveying mechanism of the tire handling device realizes the conveyance of the tire inside the device through the conveying frame and the conveying rollers, ensuring the stability of the tire during handling and preventing the tire from being damaged during conveyance. The rotation and tilting design of the conveying mechanism enables the tire to enter and leave the conveying position more smoothly, further improving the convenience and efficiency of the operation.

[0020] 3. The adjusting mechanism realizes the adjustment of the distance between the conveying frames through the central axis, the screw rod, and the turning handle, enabling the device to adapt to tires of different sizes. This design increases the adaptability of the device, and it is possible to handle tires of different specifications without replacing parts, improving the flexibility and economy of the device. The presence of the adjusting mechanism also makes the device maintenance and adjustment more convenient. The distance between the conveying frames can be adjusted by a simple rotation operation, improving the usability of the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a tire handling device for a tire changer in the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating motor and the workbench in the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the handling mechanism in the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the conveying mechanism in the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adjusting mechanism in the present utility model.

[0026] In the figure: 1. Workbench; 2. Robot arm; 3. Mounting plate; 4. First motor; 5. Gear; 6. Connecting rod; 7. Jaw; 8. Mounting base; 9. Bracket; 10. Hydraulic cylinder; 11. Conveyor frame; 12. Conveyor roller; 13. Rotating motor; 14. Rotating base; 15. Rotating shaft; 16. Rotating rod; 17. Sleeve; 18. Slide bar; 19. Connector; 20. Central axis; 21. Screw; 22. Turning handle. Detailed implementation mode

[0027] It should be noted that, without conflict, the embodiments in this application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. The following will refer to the drawings and combine the embodiments to detail the present invention.

[0028] It should be pointed out that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the technical field to which this application belongs.

[0029] In the present invention, without contrary description, the orientations such as "upper, lower" are usually in the direction shown in the drawings, or in the vertical, perpendicular or gravitational direction; similarly, for the convenience of understanding and description, "left, right" are usually in the left and right shown in the drawings; "inside, outside" refer to the inside and outside relative to the contour of each component itself, but the above orientation terms do not limit the present invention.

[0030] Please refer to Figures 1-5 , a tire handling device for a tire dismounting machine, including a workbench 1, a handling mechanism is arranged on the workbench 1, the handling mechanism includes a robot arm 2, a mounting plate 3, a first motor 4, a gear 5, a connecting rod 6 and a jaw 7, the robot arm 2 is arranged on the workbench 1, the mounting plate 3 is installed on the robot arm 2, the first motor 4 is installed on the mounting plate 3, two groups of gears 5 are arranged on the bottom surface of the mounting plate 3, the connecting rod 6 is installed on the gear 5, the jaw 7 is installed on the connecting rod 6, a conveying mechanism is arranged on one side of the workbench 1, the conveying mechanism includes a mounting base 8, a bracket 9, a hydraulic cylinder 10, a conveyor frame 11 and a conveyor roller 12, the mounting base 8 is installed on one side of the workbench 1, the bracket 9 is rotatably installed in the mounting base 8, the hydraulic cylinder 10 is rotatably installed inside, the conveyor frame 11 is arranged on the bracket 9, and the conveyor roller 12 is arranged on the conveyor frame 11.

[0031] A rotating mechanism is provided on the workbench 1. The rotating mechanism includes a rotating motor 13, a rotating base 14, and a rotating shaft 15. The rotating motor 13 is installed on the bottom surface of the workbench 1, the rotating base 14 is installed on the workbench 1, and the rotating shaft 15 is rotatably installed in the rotating base 14 and is connected to the robotic arm 2 at both ends respectively. Starting the rotating motor 13 drives the rotating shaft 15 to rotate on the rotating base 14, driving the robotic arm 2 to rotate. The design of the rotating mechanism enables the robotic arm 2 to perform precise rotation operations, improving the flexibility and accuracy of tire handling.

[0032] Two sets of gears 5 mesh with each other. The output end of the first motor 4 is fixedly connected to one set of gears 5. The mutual meshing of the two sets of gears 5 ensures efficient power transmission. The gears 5 driven by the first motor 4 can transmit power to the other set of gears 5, thereby realizing the opening and closing of the gripper 7. This transmission method is stable and reliable, reducing energy loss and improving the operating efficiency of the equipment.

[0033] There are rotating rods 16 provided on the conveying frame 11. There are multiple sets of rotating rods 16. The bracket 9 is rotatably installed on one set of rotating rods 16. The rotating rods 16 on the conveying frame 11 provide stable support for the tires. The multiple sets of rotating rods 16 increase the adaptability of the equipment. The rotatable installation of the bracket 9 enables the tires to enter and leave the conveying position smoothly, improving the convenience of operation.

[0034] A sliding component is provided on the mounting seat 8. The sliding component includes a sleeve 17 and a sliding rod 18. There are multiple sets of sleeves 17 which are respectively rotatably connected to the rotating rod 16 and the mounting seat 8. The sliding rod 18 is slidably installed in the sleeve 17. The sliding component on the mounting seat 8 enables the sliding rod 18 to slide smoothly in the sleeve 17, thereby ensuring the stability of the tire during handling. The multiple sets of sleeves 17 and the slidable installation of the sliding rod 18 enable the equipment to adapt to tires of different sizes, improving the adaptability and flexibility of the equipment.

[0035] There is a connecting member 19 connected to the two sets of rotating rods 16. The connecting member 19 can increase the structural strength of the device.

[0036] An adjusting mechanism is provided on the connecting member 19. The adjusting mechanism includes a central shaft 20, a screw 21, and a turning handle 22. The central shaft 20 is rotatably installed on the connecting member 19. The screw 21 is provided at both ends of the central shaft 20 and is threadedly connected to the conveying frame 11. The turning handle 22 is installed at one end of the screw 21. Turning the turning handle 22 drives the central shaft 20 and the screw 21 to rotate. Due to the opposite threads provided on the screws 21 at both ends of the central shaft 20 and being threadedly connected to the conveying frame 11, the central shaft 20 rotates along the connecting member 19, and the two screws 21 with opposite threads drive the conveying frame 11 to move outwards in opposite directions, facilitating the adjustment of the distance between the two conveying frames 11.

[0037] The threads on the screws 21 at both ends of the central axis 20 are set to be opposite. The opposite thread design of the screws 21 enables the connecting piece 19 to adjust the distance between the conveying frames 11, so as to adapt to tires of different sizes.

[0038] In this embodiment, when it is necessary to carry a tire, start the rotating motor 13 to drive the rotating shaft 15 to rotate on the rotating seat 14, drive the robotic arm 2 to rotate, start the first motor 4 to drive the gear 5 to rotate. Through the meshing of the two groups of gears 5, the two groups of gears 5 rotate outwards to drive the jaws 7 provided on the connecting rod 6 to separate. Control the robotic arm 2 to move the jaws 7 to the outside of the tire. Then control the first motor 4 to reverse, drive the two groups of gears 5 to rotate inwards, drive the jaws 7 to clamp the gear 5, and then control the robotic arm 2 to carry the tire to the conveying frame 11. Start the hydraulic cylinder 10 so that its telescopic end pushes the bracket 9. The bracket 9 is rotatably connected to the conveying frame 11 through the rotating rod 16, so that one end of the conveying frame 11 tilts upwards, making it more convenient for the robotic arm 2 to place the tire on the conveying frame 11. Control the telescopic end of the hydraulic cylinder 10 to retract, so that one end of the conveying frame 11 descends, and convey the tire to the external tire dismounting machine through the conveying rollers 12 on the conveying frame 11.

[0039] Please refer to Figure 5 , as an implementation manner of a tire handling device for a tire dismounting machine for the adjusting mechanism: an adjusting mechanism is provided on the connecting piece 19. The adjusting mechanism includes a central axis 20, screws 21 and a turning handle 22. The central axis 20 is rotatably installed on the connecting piece 19. The screws 21 are arranged at both ends of the central axis 20 and are threadedly connected to the conveying frame 11. The turning handle 22 is installed at one end of the screw 21.

[0040] The threads on the screws 21 at both ends of the central axis 20 are set to be opposite.

[0041] More specifically, the user turns the turning handle 22 to drive the central axis 20 and the screws 21 to rotate. The threads on the screws 21 at both ends of the central axis 20 are opposite and are threadedly connected to the conveying frame 11. The central axis 20 rotates along the connecting piece 19. The two screws 21 with opposite threads drive the conveying frames 11 to move outwards in the opposite direction, facilitating the adjustment of the distance between the two conveying frames 11 and facilitating the conveyance of tires of different sizes.

[0042] In summary, when the overall equipment is in use or operation: when it is necessary to carry a tire, start the rotating motor 13 to drive the rotating shaft 15 to rotate on the rotating seat 14, drive the robotic arm 2 to rotate, start the first motor 4 to drive the gear 5 to rotate. Through the meshing of the two groups of gears 5, the two groups of gears 5 rotate outwards to drive the grippers 7 arranged on the connecting rod 6 to separate. Control the robotic arm 2 to move the grippers 7 to the outside of the tire. Then control the first motor 4 to reverse, drive the two groups of gears 5 to rotate inwards, drive the grippers 7 to clamp the gear 5, and then control the robotic arm 2 to carry the tire to the conveying rack 11. Start the hydraulic cylinder 10 so that its telescopic end pushes the bracket 9. The bracket 9 is rotatably connected to the conveying rack 11 through the rotating rod 16, so that one end of the conveying rack 11 tilts upwards, making it more convenient for the robotic arm 2 to place the tire on the conveying rack 11. Control the telescopic end of the hydraulic cylinder 10 to retract, so that one end of the conveying rack 11 descends, and convey the tire to the external tire dismounting machine through the conveying rollers 12 on the conveying rack 11.

[0043] The user turns the handle 22 to drive the central shaft 20 and the screw 21 to rotate. The threads provided on the screws 21 at both ends of the central shaft 20 are opposite and are threadedly connected to the conveying rack 11. The central shaft 20 rotates along the connecting member 19. The two screws 21 with opposite threads drive the conveying rack 11 to move outwards in opposite directions, facilitating the adjustment of the distance between the two conveying racks 11 and facilitating the conveyance of tires of different sizes.

[0044] In all the above-mentioned solutions, for the connection between two components, welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other well-known connection methods can be selected according to the actual situation, which will not be elaborated one by one here. For those mentioned above that involve fixed connection, welding is preferably considered. Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, for those of ordinary skill in the art, it can be understood that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A tire handling device for a tire disassembly and assembly machine, comprising a workbench (1), characterized in that: The workbench (1) is provided with a transport mechanism, which comprises a mechanical arm (2), a mounting plate (3), a first motor (4), a gear (5), a connecting rod (6) and a clamp (7); the mechanical arm (2) is arranged on the workbench (1); the mounting plate (3) is mounted on the mechanical arm (2); the first motor (4) is mounted on the mounting plate (3); the gear (5) has two groups mounted on the bottom surface of the mounting plate (3); the connecting rod (6) is mounted on the gear (5); the clamp (7) The workbench (1) is mounted on a connecting rod (6). A conveying mechanism is arranged on one side of the workbench (1). The conveying mechanism comprises a mounting seat (8), a bracket (9), a hydraulic cylinder (10), a conveying frame (11) and a conveying roller (12). The mounting seat (8) is mounted on one side of the workbench (1). The bracket (9) is rotatably mounted in the mounting seat (8). The rotating rod of the hydraulic cylinder (10) is mounted in the mounting seat. The conveying frame (11) is arranged on the bracket (9). The conveying roller (12) is arranged on the conveying frame (11).

2. A tire handling device for a tire dismantling machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The workbench (1) is provided with a rotating mechanism, which comprises a rotating motor (13), a rotating seat (14) and a rotating shaft (15); the rotating motor (13) is mounted on the bottom surface of the workbench (1); the rotating seat (14) is mounted on the workbench (1); the rotating shaft (15) is rotatably mounted in the rotating seat (14) and has two ends respectively connected to the rotating motor (13) and the mechanical arm (2).

3. A tire handling device for a tire dismantling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The two groups of gears (5) are meshed with each other, and the output end of the first motor (4) is fixedly connected to one group of gears (5).

4. A tire handling device for a tire disassembly and assembly machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The conveying frame (11) is provided with a rotating rod (16), and the rotating rod (16) is provided in multiple groups. The bracket (9) is rotatably mounted on a group of the rotating rods (16).

5. A tire handling device for a tire dismantling machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The mounting seat (8) is provided with a sliding assembly, the sliding assembly comprising a sleeve (17) and a sliding rod (18), the sleeve (17) is provided with a plurality of groups and respectively rotatably connects the rotating rod (16) and the mounting seat (8), and the sliding rod (18) is slidably installed in the sleeve (17).

6. A tire handling device for a tire disassembly and assembly machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two groups of rotating rods (16) are connected with connecting pieces (19).

7. A tire handling device for a tire disassembly and assembly machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The connecting member (19) is provided with an adjustment mechanism, which comprises a central axis (20), a screw rod (21) and a turning handle (22); the central axis (20) is rotatably mounted on the connecting member (19); the screw rod (21) is arranged at both ends of the central axis (20) and is threadedly connected to the conveying frame (11); and the turning handle (22) is mounted on one end of the screw rod (21).

8. The tire handling device for a tire dismantling machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The threads on the screw rods (21) at both ends of the central shaft (20) are arranged in opposite directions.