Connection system

Abstract

The utility model relates to a connection system which comprises a conveying module and a backflow module, the conveying module is used for conveying a product and a carrier bearing the product in the connection system, the backflow module is used for conveying an empty carrier to a first target process position, and the backflow module comprises a first backflow mechanism capable of moving relative to the conveying module. And when the first backflow mechanism is located at the first preset position and the second preset position, a backflow channel is formed among the first backflow mechanism, the first target process position and the second target process position. According to the conveying system, the conveying module is connected with the assembly lines of the two working procedure devices, so that the assembly lines of the two working procedure devices are integrated to achieve forward conveying, the backflow module of the connection system can enable the no-load tool to flow back to the first target working procedure position to achieve backflow, the automation degree is high, and the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of automated production, and in particular to a docking system. Background Art

[0002] With the application of science and technology in production, automated machines are gradually replacing manual production.

[0003] Adjacent processes of automated machines may be set up on different assembly lines. In related technologies, a simple assembly line is usually used to connect two assembly lines. The simple functions of the simple assembly line result in some products still requiring manual handling. Manual handling is not only inefficient, but also prone to damage to the products. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the problems existing in the related art, the present disclosure provides a docking system.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a docking system is provided, comprising:

[0006] A conveying module, used for conveying products and carriers carrying the products within the docking system;

[0007] A reflow module, used for conveying an empty carrier to a first target process position, the reflow module comprising a first reflow mechanism capable of moving relative to the conveying module;

[0008] Wherein, when the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism is docked with the conveying module, and the empty carrier on the conveying module is transferred to the first reflux mechanism;

[0009] When the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first loop mechanism and the conveying module are staggered, and a reflux passage is formed between the first reflux mechanism, the first target process position, and the second target process position. The empty carrier on the first reflux mechanism flows back to the first target process position through the reflux passage, and the empty carrier at the second target process position flows back to the first target process position through the reflux passage.

[0010] In some embodiments, the reflow module further includes:

[0011] The second reflux mechanism is arranged between the first reflux mechanism and the first target process position, and when the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the second reflux mechanism are staggered; when the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the second reflux mechanism are docked; and / or,

[0012] The third reflux mechanism is arranged between the first reflux mechanism and the second target process position. When the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the third reflux mechanism are staggered; when the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the third reflux mechanism are docked.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first reflow mechanism includes a reflow platform and a first lifting unit connected to the reflow platform;

[0014] When the first lifting unit is in an extended state, the reflow platform is in the first preset position, and when the first lifting unit is in a retracted state, the reflow platform is in the second preset position.

[0015] In some embodiments, the transmission module includes:

[0016] A feeding mechanism, disposed between the first preset position and the first target process position;

[0017] A discharging mechanism, disposed between the first preset position and the second target process position, the discharging mechanism being used to transfer good products to the second target process position;

[0018] The transmission mechanism is arranged between the feeding mechanism and the discharging mechanism, and is used to transport products and carriers between the feeding mechanism, the discharging mechanism and the reflow module.

[0019] In some embodiments, the feeding mechanism comprises:

[0020] A first fixed frame, the top surface of which is provided with a transmission roller;

[0021] A first lifting platform, slidably connected to the first fixing frame;

[0022] Among them, when the first lifting platform is in a third preset position relative to the first fixed frame, the top surface of the first lifting platform is lower than the top surface of the first fixed frame; when the first lifting platform is in a fourth preset position relative to the first fixed frame, the top surface of the first lifting platform is higher than the top surface of the first fixed frame, and an avoidance channel is formed between the transmission roller and the first lifting platform.

[0023] In some embodiments, the discharging mechanism comprises:

[0024] A second fixed frame, with a transmission roller disposed on the top;

[0025] A second lifting platform is slidably connected to the second fixing frame;

[0026] Among them, when the second lifting platform is in the fifth preset position relative to the second fixed frame, the top surface of the second lifting platform is lower than the top surface of the second fixed frame; when the second lifting platform is in the sixth preset position relative to the second fixed frame, the second lifting platform passes through the loading position of the carrier and lifts the product on the carrier to a preset height.

[0027] In some embodiments, the docking system further comprises a flipping mechanism, wherein the flipping mechanism comprises:

[0028] a first side wall connected to the second fixing frame and located above the second fixing frame, a driving motor and a first clamp being arranged on the first side wall, and the first clamp being connected to an output end of the driving motor;

[0029] a top wall, one side of which is connected to the first side wall;

[0030] A second side wall, wherein the second side wall is slidably connected to the top wall, and a sliding direction is parallel to an arrangement direction of the first side wall and the second side wall, and a second clamp is disposed on the second side wall, and the second clamp is rotatably connected to the second side wall;

[0031] Wherein, along the arrangement direction of the first side wall and the second side wall, the first clamp is directly opposite to the second clamp.

[0032] In some embodiments, the second reflux mechanism is disposed below the feeding mechanism; and / or,

[0033] The third reflux mechanism is arranged below the discharging mechanism.

[0034] In some embodiments, the docking system further includes a transport module and a temporary storage module, wherein the transport module is used to transport products between any two of the transmission module, the temporary storage module and the feeding mechanism, and the temporary storage module is used to store the products transported by the transport module.

[0035] In some embodiments, the temporary storage module includes:

[0036] Good product temporary storage platform, used to temporarily store products that have been tested as good products;

[0037] The defective product temporary storage platform is used to temporarily store products detected as defective products;

[0038] Among them, the carrier is provided with multiple loading positions for carrying products, the good product temporary storage platform is provided with multiple first temporary storage positions, and the number of the first temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions; and / or the defective product temporary storage platform is provided with multiple second temporary storage positions, and the number of the second temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions.

[0039] In some embodiments, the defective product temporary storage platform includes:

[0040] Box;

[0041] A plurality of defective product carriers are stacked and arranged in the box body, the defective product carriers are slidably connected to the box body, and the defective product carriers slide relative to the box body to extend to the outside of the box body or retract into the inside of the box body;

[0042] A second lifting unit is connected to the box, and is used to adjust the height of the box so that the defective product carriers at different positions in the box are at the same height when extended to the outside of the box.

[0043] In some embodiments, a first matching structure is provided on one side of the defective product carrier, a second matching structure is provided on the transport module, and the first matching structure is movably connected to the second matching structure;

[0044] When the first matching structure is connected to the second matching structure, the transport module can pull the defective product carrier out of the box, or push the defective product carrier back into the box.

[0045] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure may include the following beneficial effects: the transmission module connects the assembly lines of two process equipment so that the assembly lines of the two process equipment are integrated to realize forward transmission, and the reflux module of the docking system can reflux the empty carrier to the first target process position to realize reflux, with a high degree of automation and improved production efficiency.

[0046] It is to be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0047] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.

[0048] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a docking system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0049] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of a docking system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0050] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a reflow module according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0051] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a feeding mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0052] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a feeding mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0053] Figure 6 It is a partial schematic diagram of a transmission module according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0054] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a discharging mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0055] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of a discharging mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0056] Fig. 9 is a schematic diagram of a flipping mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0057] Fig.10 It is a partial schematic diagram of a docking system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0058] Fig.11 It is a partial schematic diagram of a docking system according to an exemplary embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0059] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with the present disclosure. Instead, they are merely examples of devices and methods consistent with some aspects of the present disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0060] With the application of science and technology in production, automated machines are gradually replacing manual production.

[0061] Adjacent processes of automated machines may be set up on different assembly lines. In related technologies, a simple assembly line is usually used to connect two assembly lines. The simple functions of the simple assembly line result in some products still requiring manual handling. Manual handling is not only inefficient, but also prone to damage to the products.

[0062] In order to solve the problems in the related art, the embodiment of the present disclosure provides a docking system, the docking system includes a transmission module and a return module, the transmission module is used to transport products and carriers carrying products in the docking system, the return module is used to transport empty carriers to the first target process position, the return module includes a first return mechanism that can move relative to the transmission module, when the first return mechanism is in the first preset position, when the first return mechanism is in the second preset position, a return passage is formed between the first return mechanism, the first target process position and the second target process position, the empty carrier on the first return mechanism returns to the first target process position through the return passage, and the empty carrier at the second target process position returns to the first target process position through the return passage. The transmission module connects the assembly lines of the two process equipments so that the assembly lines of the two process equipments are integrated to realize forward transmission, and the return module of the docking system can return the empty carrier to the first target process position to realize return flow, with a high degree of automation and improved production efficiency.

[0063] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the embodiment of the present disclosure provides a docking system 100, which can be set between two independent assembly lines to connect the two assembly lines. For example, the feed end of the docking system 100 is docked with the equipment for performing the first process, and the discharge end of the docking system 100 is docked with the equipment for performing the second process. After the product 200 completes the specified processing or testing process on the equipment of the first process, the product 200 will be transferred to the docking system 100 for screening, such as removing defective products and transferring good products to the next process, so as to realize automated production.

[0064] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the docking system 100 includes a conveying module 10, which is used to convey the product 200 and the carrier carrying the product 200 in the docking system 100. For example, the conveying module 10 can convey the product 200 and the carrier between the feed end and the discharge end of the docking system 100 to connect the assembly lines of the two processes. For another example, the conveying module 10 can convey the carrier between the feed end and the return module 20 (described in detail later) so that the empty carrier returns to the previous process without manual handling. The conveying module 10 can be any one of a belt conveying mechanism and a slide rail and slider conveying mechanism.

[0065] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, the docking system 100 includes a return module 20, which is used to transport an empty carrier back to the first target process position. The empty carrier is a carrier that does not carry a product 200. The first target process position can be an assembly line of a previous process equipment, or other storage locations connected to the previous process equipment. In one example, when a carrier carries defective products, the defective products will be recycled, so that the empty carrier has no product 200 and becomes an empty carrier. Figure 3 The reflow module 20 includes a first reflow mechanism 21 that can move relative to the conveying module 10. The first reflow mechanism 21 can be provided with a belt, a transmission roller, etc. for transmitting an empty carrier.

[0066] Among them, the reflow module 20 has the function of being able to switch positions. In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 , showing that the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the first preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 can be docked with the conveying module 10, and then the empty carrier on the conveying module 10 is transferred to the first reflow mechanism 21. In another embodiment, referring to Figure 2 and Figure 3 , showing that the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the second preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 is staggered with the conveying module 10, and a reflow passage is formed between the first reflow mechanism 21, the first target process position and the second target process position, the empty carrier received by the first reflow mechanism 21 from the conveying module 10 can be transmitted to the first target process position through the reflow passage, the second target process position can be, for example, an assembly line of a post-process equipment, and the empty carrier in the second target process position can also be transmitted back to the first target process position through the reflow passage, so that the carrier can be reused in the first target process position to improve production efficiency.

[0067] The empty carrier in the docking system 100 may be generated, for example, in the following manner: when a carrier carries defective products, the defective products will be taken away for repair or retesting, causing the carrier to become an empty carrier.

[0068] In one example, reference Figure 3 For example, the transfer module 10 is set to a height higher than the first target process position and the second target process position, and the position of the reflow module 20 is switched by lifting to dock or separate with the transfer module 10.

[0069] In another example (not shown in the drawings), the reflow module can switch its position by translation to dock with or separate from the transfer module 10 .

[0070] In one example (not shown in the drawings), the reflow module can switch its position by rotating to dock with or separate from the transfer module 10 .

[0071] In the disclosed embodiment, the transmission module connects the assembly lines of two process equipment so that the assembly lines of the two process equipment are integrated to realize forward transmission. The reflux module of the docking system can reflux the empty carrier to the first target process position to realize reflux, with a high degree of automation and improved production efficiency.

[0072] In an exemplary embodiment, Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the embodiment of the present disclosure provides a docking system 100, which includes a conveying module 10 and a reflux module 20. The conveying module 10 is used to convey the product 200 and the carrier carrying the product 200 in the docking system 100, and the reflux module 20 is used to convey the empty carrier to the first target process position. The reflux module 20 includes a first reflux mechanism 21 that can move relative to the conveying module 10. When the first reflux mechanism 21 is in the first preset position and the first reflux mechanism 21 is in the second preset position, a reflux passage is formed between the first reflux mechanism 21, the first target process position and the second target process position. The empty carrier on the first reflux mechanism 21 refluxes to the first target process position through the reflux passage, and the empty carrier at the second target process position refluxes to the first target process position through the reflux passage.

[0073] In this embodiment, Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the docking system 100 includes a movable workbench 30, and the transfer module 10 and the reflow module 20 are all arranged on the movable workbench 30. Rollers are arranged at the bottom of the movable workbench 30. The rollers enable the movable workbench 30 to move between various assembly lines, making it convenient for the staff to transfer the docking system 100 to the required position.

[0074] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the reflow module 20 includes a second reflow mechanism 22, which is disposed between the first reflow mechanism 21 and the first target process position. When the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the first preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 and the second reflow mechanism 22 are staggered and docked with the conveying module 10, and the empty carrier on the conveying module 10 can be transferred to the first reflow mechanism 21. When the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the second preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 and the second reflow mechanism 22 are docked and staggered with the conveying module 10, and the empty carrier on the second reflow mechanism 22 can be transported to the first target process position through the second reflow mechanism 22, wherein, since the first reflow mechanism 21 and the conveying module 10 are staggered, they will not interfere with the transmission path of the product 200, thereby improving the transmission efficiency.

[0075] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, the reflow module 20 includes a third reflow mechanism 23, which is disposed between the first reflow mechanism 21 and the second target process position. When the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the first preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 and the third reflow mechanism 23 are staggered and docked with the conveying module 10. When the first reflow mechanism 21 is in the second preset position, the first reflow mechanism 21 and the third reflow mechanism 23 are docked and staggered with the conveying module 10, and the empty carrier at the second target process position flows back to the first target process position through the reflow channel. Since the first reflow mechanism 21 and the conveying module 10 are staggered, they will not interfere with the transmission path of the product 200, thereby improving the transmission efficiency.

[0076] Among them, Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the first reflow mechanism 21 includes a reflow platform 211 and a first lifting unit connected to the reflow platform 211, and the second reflow mechanism 22 and the third reflow mechanism are relatively fixed to the conveying module 10. When the first lifting unit is in an extended state, the reflow platform 211 is in a first preset position to dock with the conveying module 10, and when the first lifting unit is in a retracted position, the reflow platform 211 is in a second preset position to dock with the second reflow mechanism 22 and the third reflow mechanism 23.

[0077] Among them, Figure 1 as well as Figures 4 to 8 As shown, the transfer control group of the docking system 100 includes a feed mechanism 11, a discharge mechanism 12 and a transfer mechanism. The feed mechanism 11 is arranged between the first preset position and the first target process position, and the feed mechanism 11 is used to transfer the product 200 and the carrier at the first target process position to the first preset position, the discharge mechanism 12 is arranged between the first preset position and the second target process position, and the discharge mechanism 12 is used to transfer the good product to the second target process equipment, and the transfer mechanism is arranged between the feed mechanism 11 and the discharge mechanism 12, and the transfer mechanism is used to transfer the product 200 and the carrier between the feed mechanism 11, the discharge mechanism 12 and the reflow module 20.

[0078] The feeding mechanism 11 and the discharging mechanism 12 may be provided in plurality, and the discharging mechanism 12 may transfer the product 200 and the carrier between the plurality of feeding mechanisms 11 and the plurality of discharging mechanisms 12. In one example, the plurality of feeding mechanisms 11 are arranged along a first direction ( Figure 1 The plurality of discharging mechanisms 12 are arranged along a first direction, and the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism is parallel to the first direction.

[0079] Here, it should be noted that when the first reflow mechanism 21 is docked with the conveying module 10, the first reflow mechanism 21 can be docked with the feeding mechanism 11 or with the conveying mechanism. When the product 200 and the carrier are transported to the docking system 100, the product 200 and the carrier will first be transferred to the feeding mechanism 11. In one example, when all the carriers are good products, the good products and the carriers will be sequentially transferred to the assembly line of the post-process equipment through the conveying mechanism and the discharging mechanism 12. In another example, when all the carriers are defective products, the defective products on the carriers will be transported to a designated position by the transport module 60 (described in detail later) so that the carrier becomes an empty carrier, and the defective products will be repaired, retested, etc. in the subsequent process, while the empty carrier will be reflowed through the reflow module 20.

[0080] Among them, Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the feeding mechanism 11 includes a first fixed frame 111, a first lifting platform 112 and a third lifting unit 113. The bottom of the first fixed frame 111 is connected to the movable workbench 30. The top surface of the first fixed frame 111 is provided with a first transmission roller 1111. The first transmission roller 1111 can provide a driving force for the carrier in the feeding mechanism 11, so that the carrier enters the conveying mechanism or the first reflux mechanism 21. The main body of the third lifting unit 113 (such as a cylinder) is connected to the first fixed frame 111, and the output shaft of the third lifting unit 113 is connected to the first lifting platform 112, so that the first lifting platform 112 forms a sliding connection with the first fixed frame 111, and the sliding direction is the same as the height direction of the first fixed frame 111 ( Figure 1 parallel to the z direction shown in ).

[0081] refer to Figure 4 , showing that the first lifting platform 112 is in a third preset position relative to the first fixing frame 111, and the top surface of the first lifting platform 112 is lower than the top surface of the first transmission roller 1111. Figure 5 , showing that the first lifting platform 112 is in the fourth preset position relative to the first fixed frame 111, the top surface of the first lifting platform 112 is higher than the top surface of the first transmission roller 1111, and an escape channel is formed between the first transmission roller 1111 and the first lifting platform 112. In this state, the first lifting platform 112 can lift the carrier and the product 200 above it and form an escape channel, so that the lifted carrier makes way for other carriers behind it, thereby improving the transmission efficiency. In one example, refer to Figure 6 The first lifting platform 112 can be composed of two L-shaped plates, one side of the L-shaped plate is slidably connected to the first fixing frame 111, and the other side is used to support the carrier.

[0082] In an alternative embodiment, referring to Figure 4The docking system 100 further includes a detection mechanism 50, which is disposed on the first fixing frame 111. The detection mechanism 50 may include a barcode scanner. For example, an identification code such as a QR code or a barcode may be disposed on the product 200, and the identification code stores information about the product 200. The detection mechanism 50 confirms the information about the product 200 by scanning the code. In other examples, the detection mechanism 50 may include a detection device such as a camera that can be used for visual processing, and the information about the product 200 may be directly confirmed by visual processing.

[0083] Among them, Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the discharging mechanism 12 includes a second fixed frame 121, a second lifting platform 122 and a fourth lifting unit 123. The bottom surface of the second fixed frame 121 is connected to the movable workbench 30, and the top surface of the second fixed frame 121 is provided with a second transmission roller 1211, and the second transmission roller 1211 can provide driving force to the carrier in the discharging mechanism 12, so that the carrier enters the post-process equipment. The main body of the fourth lifting unit 123 is connected to the second fixed frame 121, and the output shaft of the fourth lifting unit 123 is connected to the second lifting platform 122, so that the second lifting platform 122 forms a sliding connection with the second fixed frame 121, and the flip mechanism 40 is connected to the second fixed frame 121 and is arranged above the second fixed frame 121. In one example, the fourth lifting unit 123 can be composed of a servo motor and a lead screw slider mechanism.

[0084] Here, it should be noted that the carrier has a loading position that passes through the carrier, and the second lifting platform 122 is aligned with the loading position. The second lifting platform 122 can pass through the loading platform to lift the product 200 alone without lifting the carrier. The second lifting platform 122 can lift the product 200 to be flush with the height of the flip mechanism 40. In one example, refer to Figure 7 , showing that the second lifting platform 122 is in the fifth preset position relative to the second fixing frame 121, and the top surface of the second lifting platform 122 is lower than the top surface of the second fixing frame 121 to avoid blocking the carrier during the transmission process. Figure 8 , showing that the second lifting platform 122 is in the sixth preset position relative to the second fixed frame 121, the top surface of the second lifting platform 122 is higher than the top surface of the second fixed frame 121, the second lifting platform 122 passes through the loading position of the carrier, and lifts the product 200 on the carrier to be flush with the height of the flip mechanism 40.

[0085] Among them, Figures 7 to 9As shown, the flip mechanism 40 includes a first side wall 41, a second side wall 42, and a top wall 43 connecting the first side wall 41 and the second side wall 42. The first side wall 41 is connected to the second fixing frame 121 and is located above the second fixing frame 121. A driving motor and a first clamp 411 are provided on the first side wall 41. The first clamp 411 is connected to the output end of the driving motor. One side of the top wall 43 is connected to the first side wall 41. The second side wall 42 is slidably connected to the top wall 43. The sliding direction is parallel to the arrangement direction of the first side wall 41 and the second side wall 42. A second clamp 421 is provided on the second side wall 42. The second clamp 421 is rotatably connected to the second side wall 42. In one example, refer to Fig. 9 , the second side wall 42 slides relative to the top wall 43 to move away from the first side wall 41, so that the distance between the second clamp 421 and the first clamp 411 increases, so as to prevent the first clamp 411 and the second clamp 421 from blocking the product 200. When the second lifting platform 122 lifts the product 200 to the same height as the first clamp 411 and the second clamp 421, the distance between the first side wall 41 and the second side wall 42 will be reduced to clamp and fix the product 200, and then the driving motor drives the first clamp 411 to rotate by a preset angle, so that the product 200 is flipped by a preset angle. For example, when the product 200 is a mobile phone, the front process equipment detects the front of the mobile phone, and the back process equipment detects the back of the mobile phone, then the preset angle can be set to 180°, so that the docking equipment not only has the function of transmitting the product 200, but also has the function of flipping and adjusting the angle of the product 200, thereby improving the degree of automation.

[0086] In some optional embodiments, reference Figure 6 The feeding mechanism 11 may be provided with the second lifting platform 122 of the discharging mechanism 12, and the discharging mechanism 12 may be provided with the first lifting platform 112 of the feeding mechanism 11, that is, the structures of the feeding mechanism 11 and the discharging mechanism 12 are completely the same, for example, the second lifting platform 122 is connected to the first lifting platform 112 via the fourth lifting unit 123. The feeding mechanism 11 and the discharging mechanism 12 having the same structure are convenient for maintenance and replacement of the docking system 100.

[0087] Among them, Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the second reflux mechanism 22 is arranged below the feeding mechanism 11, and the third reflux mechanism 23 is arranged below the discharging mechanism 12. In the docking system 100 provided in this embodiment, multiple structures in the feeding mechanism 11 and the discharging mechanism 12 are all in the height direction ( Figure 1 The two connecting mechanisms 100 are stacked in the z direction (as shown in FIG. 1 ), and the second reflux mechanism 22 is arranged below the feeding mechanism 11, and the third reflux mechanism 23 is arranged below the discharging mechanism 12, which makes full use of the space in the height direction and helps to reduce the footprint of the docking system 100.

[0088] Among them, Fig.10 and Fig.11 As shown, the docking system 100 also includes a transport module 60 and a temporary storage module 70. The transport module 60 is used to transport the product 200 between any two of the transmission module 10, the temporary storage module 70 and the feeding mechanism 11. Fig.10 and Fig.11 As shown, the transport module 60 can be an XYZ three-axis robot arm, which includes a three-axis translation mechanism 61 and a mechanical gripper 62 arranged at the output end of the three-axis translation mechanism 61. The three-axis translation mechanism 61 includes a y-guide rail 612, an x-guide rail 611 and a z-guide rail 613 connected in sequence, the y-guide rail 612 is arranged on the movable workbench 30, and the mechanical gripper 62 is arranged on the z-guide rail 613. The mechanical gripper 62 is used to clamp the product 200 on the transport carrier. In one example, the number of mechanical grippers 62 is consistent with the number of loading positions on the carrier. For example, if there are two loading positions on the carrier, the transport module 60 is provided with two mechanical grippers 62. By providing two (or more) mechanical grippers 62, the pairing efficiency of the product 200 can be improved, and the transmission efficiency can be improved.

[0089] refer to Fig.10 and Fig.11 The temporary storage module 70 is used to store the product 200 moved by the transport module 60. When the carrier is loaded with both good and bad products, in order to quickly free up an empty carrier for use in the previous process, the transport module 60 will move the good products away from the carrier when moving the bad products, and temporarily store the good products at the loading position. For example, when the detection mechanism 50 at the feeding mechanism 11 detects that there is one good product and one bad product on the carrier, the transport module 60 will move the good products and the bad products to the temporary storage module 70 at the same time, and the empty carrier on the feeding mechanism 11 can be quickly returned to the first target process position through the first return mechanism 21, thereby improving the return efficiency.

[0090] Among them, Fig.10 As shown, the temporary storage module 70 includes a good product temporary storage platform 71 and a defective product temporary storage platform 72. The good product temporary storage platform 71 is used to temporarily store the product 200 detected as a good product, and the defective product temporary storage platform 72 is used to store the product 200 detected as a defective product. Fig.10 and Fig.11, multiple loading positions for carrying product 200 are provided on the vehicle. Multiple first temporary storage positions are provided on the good product temporary storage table, and the number of the first temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions. Multiple second temporary storage positions are provided on the defective product temporary storage carrier 72, and the number of the second temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions. In one example, two loading positions are provided on the vehicle, and two good product temporary storage positions and two defective product temporary storage positions are provided in the temporary storage module. In the embodiments of the present disclosure, the setting positions of the temporary storage positions are not overly limited. For example, they can be arranged in a "field" shape or in a "one" shape.

[0091] Among them, as Fig.10 shown, the defective product temporary storage carrier 72 includes a box body 721 and multiple defective product carriers 722. The multiple defective product carriers 722 are stacked in the height direction of the box body 721 inside the box body 721. The defective product carriers 722 are slidably connected to the box body 721, and the sliding direction is perpendicular to the stacking direction. The defective product carriers 722 slide relative to the box body 721 to extend out of the box body 721 or retract into the box body 721. When the defective product carrier 722 extends out of the box body 721, the handling module 60 can carry the defective products onto the defective product carrier 722. When the loading positions of the defective product carrier 722 are full, the handling module 60 can also push the defective product carrier 722 back into the box body 721. After all the defective product carriers 722 are filled with defective products, the defective product bin can be transported to the external repair area by an automated guided vehicle (AGV), and then the defective products in the defective product bin can be repaired.

[0092] Continue to refer to Fig.10 , the defective product temporary storage carrier 72 further includes a second lifting unit 723. The second lifting unit 723 is connected to the box body 721, and the second lifting unit 723 can drive the box body 721 to rise or fall so that when the defective product carriers 722 at different heights in the box body 721 extend out of the box body 721, the defective product carriers 722 can be at the same height.

[0093] Among them, as Fig.11 shown, a first matching structure 7221 is provided on one side of the defective product carrier 722, and a second matching structure 621 is provided on the handling module 60. The first matching structure 7221 is movably connected to the second matching structure 621. When the first matching structure 7221 is connected to the second matching structure 621, the handling module 60 can pull the defective product carrier 722 out of the box body 721 or push the defective product carrier 722 back into the box body 721. In one example, refer to Fig.11The first matching structure 7221 can be a snap-on structure with an annular through hole, and the second matching structure 621 can be a cylindrical protrusion. The mechanical clamp 62 of the transport module 60 can move in the opposite direction of the z direction so that the cylindrical protrusion can be extended into the annular through hole to form a match, and can move in the z direction so that the cylindrical protrusion can be disengaged from the annular through hole to release the match.

[0094] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present disclosure after considering the specification and practicing the embodiments disclosed herein. The present disclosure is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present disclosure that follow the general principles of the present disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art that are not disclosed in the present disclosure. The description and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0095] It should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the exact structures that have been described above and shown in the drawings, and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A docking system, characterized in that: include: A conveying module, used for conveying products and carriers carrying the products in the docking system; A reflow module, used for conveying an empty carrier to a first target process position, the reflow module comprising a first reflow mechanism capable of moving relative to the conveying module; Wherein, when the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism is docked with the conveying module, and the empty carrier on the conveying module is transferred to the first reflux mechanism; When the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the conveying module are staggered, and a reflux passage is formed between the first reflux mechanism, the first target process position, and the second target process position. The empty carrier on the first reflux mechanism flows back to the first target process position through the reflux passage, and the empty carrier at the second target process position flows back to the first target process position through the reflux passage.

2. The docking system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reflow module also includes: The second reflux mechanism is arranged between the first reflux mechanism and the first target process position, and when the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the second reflux mechanism are staggered; when the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the second reflux mechanism are docked; and / or, The third reflux mechanism is arranged between the first reflux mechanism and the second target process position. When the first reflux mechanism is in the first preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the third reflux mechanism are staggered; when the first reflux mechanism is in the second preset position, the first reflux mechanism and the third reflux mechanism are docked.

3. The docking system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first reflow mechanism includes a reflow platform and a first lifting unit connected to the reflow platform; When the first lifting unit is in an extended state, the reflow platform is in the first preset position, and when the first lifting unit is in a retracted state, the reflow platform is in the second preset position.

4. The docking system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The transmission module comprises: A feeding mechanism, disposed between the first preset position and the first target process position; A discharging mechanism, disposed between the first preset position and the second target process position, the discharging mechanism being used to transfer good products to the second target process position; The transmission mechanism is arranged between the feeding mechanism and the discharging mechanism, and is used to transport products and carriers between the feeding mechanism, the discharging mechanism and the reflow module.

5. The docking system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The feeding mechanism comprises: A first fixed frame, the top surface of which is provided with a transmission roller; A first lifting platform, slidably connected to the first fixing frame; Among them, when the first lifting platform is in a third preset position relative to the first fixed frame, the top surface of the first lifting platform is lower than the top surface of the first fixed frame; when the first lifting platform is in a fourth preset position relative to the first fixed frame, the top surface of the first lifting platform is higher than the top surface of the first fixed frame, and an avoidance channel is formed between the transmission roller and the first lifting platform.

6. The docking system according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The discharging mechanism comprises: A second fixed frame, with a transmission roller disposed on the top; A second lifting platform is slidably connected to the second fixing frame; Among them, when the second lifting platform is in the fifth preset position relative to the second fixed frame, the top surface of the second lifting platform is lower than the top surface of the second fixed frame; when the second lifting platform is in the sixth preset position relative to the second fixed frame, the second lifting platform passes through the loading position of the carrier and lifts the product on the carrier to a preset height.

7. The docking system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The docking system also includes a flipping mechanism, which includes: a first side wall connected to the second fixing frame and located above the second fixing frame, a driving motor and a first clamp being arranged on the first side wall, and the first clamp being connected to an output end of the driving motor; a top wall, one side of which is connected to the first side wall; A second side wall, wherein the second side wall is slidably connected to the top wall, and a sliding direction is parallel to an arrangement direction of the first side wall and the second side wall, and a second clamp is disposed on the second side wall, and the second clamp is rotatably connected to the second side wall; Wherein, along the arrangement direction of the first side wall and the second side wall, the first clamp is directly opposite to the second clamp.

8. The docking system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second reflux mechanism is arranged below the feeding mechanism; and / or, The third reflux mechanism is arranged below the discharging mechanism.

9. The docking system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The docking system further comprises a transport module and a temporary storage module. The transport module is used to transport products between any two of the transmission module, the temporary storage module and the feeding mechanism, and the temporary storage module is used to store the products transported by the transport module.

10. The docking system according to claim 9, characterized in that: The temporary storage module includes: Good product temporary storage platform, used to temporarily store products that have been tested as good products; The defective product temporary storage platform is used to temporarily store products detected as defective products; Among them, the carrier is provided with multiple loading positions for carrying products, the good product temporary storage platform is provided with multiple first temporary storage positions, and the number of the first temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions; and / or the defective product temporary storage platform is provided with multiple second temporary storage positions, and the number of the second temporary storage positions is equal to the number of the loading positions.

11. The docking system according to claim 10, characterized in that: The defective product temporary storage platform comprises: Box; A plurality of defective product carriers are stacked and arranged in the box body, the defective product carriers are slidably connected to the box body, and the defective product carriers slide relative to the box body to extend to the outside of the box body or retract into the inside of the box body; A second lifting unit is connected to the box, and is used to adjust the height of the box so that the defective product carriers at different positions in the box are at the same height when extended to the outside of the box.

12. The docking system according to claim 11, characterized in that: A first matching structure is provided on one side of the defective product carrier, and a second matching structure is provided on the transport module, and the first matching structure is movably connected to the second matching structure; When the first matching structure is connected to the second matching structure, the transport module can pull the defective product carrier out of the box, or push the defective product carrier back into the box.

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