Positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook computer keycaps
The notebook keyboard cap assembly device improves installation efficiency by using a positioning board with sliding rails and transparent plastic collection boxes for precise alignment and synchronized pressing, addressing inefficiencies in mechanical and manual sorting methods.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422196198.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-07
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-15
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-09-07
AI Technical Summary
In the prior art, keycap sorting requires manipulators or manual labor, which is costly and inefficient, while manual sorting cannot maximize efficiency and lacks efficient auxiliary positioning and installation devices.
A positioning and discharge device for assembly of notebook keycaps is designed, including positioning plates, slide rails, sliders, positioning and discharge plates, discharge grooves and collection boxes. Through the coordination of sliding and positioning grooves, the efficient and automatic installation of the keycaps is achieved.
The installation efficiency of keycaps is improved, the problem of low manual installation efficiency in the existing technology is solved, and efficient automatic sorting and positioning installation is realized.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of notebook processing, in particular to a positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps. Background Art
[0002] A notebook computer is a portable personal computer designed to provide computing power similar to that of a desktop computer, but in a smaller and more portable form. A notebook computer comes with a built-in keyboard for inputting data and controlling the operation of the computer.
[0003] The Chinese utility model patent with the publication number CN211719486U disclosed a full-automatic keycap assembly machine on October 20, 2020. It includes an assembly table, with a keycap positioning plate placed at the center of the top surface of the assembly table. A pressing mechanism is arranged directly above the keycap positioning plate. A square placing groove is opened at the center of the top surface of the assembly table along its short side direction. Inside the placing groove and directly below the keycap positioning plate, a keyboard body is placed. The pressing mechanism includes a hydraulic cylinder and a pressing plate welded to the bottom end of the piston rod inside it. A plurality of pressing columns corresponding to the slot positions are bonded to the bottom surface of the pressing plate. With the utility model, a hydraulic cylinder drives the pressing plate below it to press all the keycaps on the keycap positioning plate into the corresponding key positions on the keyboard body at one time, thus realizing a one-step assembly process, which not only saves production costs but also increases the keycap assembly speed.
[0004] However, the above-disclosed solution has the following deficiencies: The keycap sorting in the prior art is either done by using a manipulator or manually. The manipulator sorting is expensive and inefficient, and manual sorting cannot maximize efficiency. Therefore, an auxiliary device is needed for auxiliary positioning and installation. Summary of the Utility Model
[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to solve the technical problem that the keycap sorting in the prior art is either done by using a manipulator or manually, the manipulator sorting is expensive and inefficient, and manual sorting cannot maximize efficiency. Therefore, an auxiliary device is needed for auxiliary positioning and installation, and to provide a positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps.
[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model is implemented by adopting the following technical solutions:
[0007] A positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to the utility model includes a positioning plate; slide rails are symmetrically and fixedly connected to the positioning plate; sliders are slidably sleeved on the slide rails; a positioning and discharging plate is detachably connected between the sliders; a first discharging groove is opened on the positioning and discharging plate; a discharging baffle is slidably inserted between the positioning and discharging plate and the positioning plate; a discharging unit is slidably sleeved on the slide rail; a positioning groove corresponding to the notebook computer is opened on the lower surface of the positioning plate.
[0008] Further, the discharging unit includes a positioning base; the positioning base is slidably sleeved on the slide rail; a second discharging groove is formed in the positioning base; a plurality of collecting boxes are fixedly connected to the positioning base corresponding to the second discharging groove.
[0009] Further, a storage groove is formed in the collecting box corresponding to the second discharging groove; a synchronous plate is fixedly connected between the collecting boxes.
[0010] Further, a limiting slot is formed in the collecting box; a limiting plug board is inserted into the limiting slot.
[0011] Further, the collecting box is made of transparent plastic.
[0012] Further, a finger hole is formed in the discharging baffle; the thickness of the discharging baffle is less than one millimeter.
[0013] A positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps provided by the present utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0014] 1. By placing the sorted and positioned keycaps in the discharging unit, and then moving the discharging unit to the first discharging groove, the keycaps enter the first discharging groove. Then, the discharging baffle is pulled out, so that the keycaps fall into the corresponding depressions in the notebook keyboard area. Then, manual pressing or synchronous pressing by a jig is performed, which results in high installation efficiency and high efficiency in preparing new keycaps, solving the problem of low efficiency in manually installing keycaps in the prior art.
[0015] 2. By placing a large number of sorted and positioned keycaps in the collecting box, aligning them with the second discharging groove, a layer of keycaps required for installation can be discharged through the second discharging groove. Then, the positioning base is moved so that the second discharging groove aligns with the first discharging groove, and then the position of the positioning base is reset. Then, the discharging baffle is pulled out, so that a layer of keycaps falls into the corresponding depressions in the notebook keyboard area through the first discharging groove. Then, manual pressing or synchronous pressing by a jig is performed, which results in high installation efficiency and high efficiency in preparing new keycaps, solving the problem of low efficiency in manually installing keycaps in the prior art. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] The following further describes in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model with reference to the drawings;
[0017] Figure 1 is the first axonometric structure schematic diagram of the present utility model;
[0018] Figure 2 is the second axonometric structure schematic diagram of the present utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 is the semi-sectional front view structure schematic diagram of the present utility model;
[0020] Figure 4 This is the third axonometric structural schematic diagram of the present utility model.
[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the figure: 1, positioning plate; 2, slide rail; 3, slider; 4, positioning discharge plate; 5, first discharge groove; 6, discharge baffle; 7, finger hole; 8, positioning base; 9, second discharge groove; 10, collection box; 11, synchronization plate; 12, storage groove; 13, positioning groove; 14, limit slot; 15, limit plug. Specific embodiments
[0022] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present utility model and are not used to limit the present utility model.
[0023] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0024] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back...) in the embodiments of the present utility model are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement conditions between components in a specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly. The described connection can be a direct connection or an indirect connection.
[0025] Please refer to Figures 1-4 As shown in the figure, a positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps includes a positioning plate 1; symmetrically fixed on the positioning plate 1 are slide rails 2; slidably sleeved on the slide rails 2 are sliders 3; detachably connected between the sliders 3 is a positioning discharge plate 4; formed on the positioning discharge plate 4 is a first discharge groove 5; slidably inserted between the positioning discharge plate 4 and the positioning plate 1 is a discharge baffle 6; slidably sleeved on the slide rails 2 is a discharge unit; corresponding to the notebook computer on the lower surface of the positioning plate 1 is a positioning groove 13; during operation, by placing the sorted and positioned keycaps in the discharge unit, and then moving the discharge unit to above the first discharge groove 5, so that the keycaps enter the first discharge groove 5, and then pulling out the discharge baffle 6, so that the keycaps fall into the corresponding depressions in the notebook keyboard area, and then manually pressing or pressing synchronously with a jig, thus achieving high installation efficiency and high efficiency in preparing new keycaps, and solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing manual installation of keycaps.
[0026] The discharging unit includes a positioning base 8; the positioning base 8 is slidably sleeved on the slide rail 2; a second discharging groove 9 is formed in the positioning base 8; a plurality of collecting boxes 10 are fixedly connected to the positioning base 8 corresponding to the second discharging groove 9; during operation, by placing a large number of sorted and positioned keycaps in the collecting boxes 10 to align with the second discharging groove 9, the keycaps required for one-layer installation can be discharged through the second discharging groove 9; then move the positioning base 8 to align the second discharging groove 9 with the first discharging groove 5, then reset the position of the positioning base 8, and then pull out the discharging baffle 6, so that one layer of keycaps falls into the corresponding recesses in the notebook keyboard area through the first discharging groove 5, and then manually press or press synchronously with a jig, so that the installation efficiency is high and the efficiency of preparing new keycaps is also high, solving the problem of low efficiency of manual keycap installation in the prior art.
[0027] A storage groove 12 is formed in the collecting box 10 corresponding to the second discharging groove 9; a synchronous plate 11 is fixedly connected between the collecting boxes 10; during operation, the synchronous plate 11 can be used to fixedly connect a plurality of collecting boxes 10 together, so that new collecting boxes 10 filled with keycaps can be replaced uniformly, so that the installation efficiency of keycaps can be continuously high; a large number of sorted keycaps can be stored in the storage groove 12 at precise positions, so as to centrally supply keycaps with precise positioning, solving the problem of low efficiency of manual keycap installation in the prior art.
[0028] A limiting slot 14 is formed in the collecting box 10; a limiting plug board 15 is inserted into the limiting slot 14; during operation, with the cooperation of the limiting slot 14 and the limiting plug board 15, the lower end of each collecting box 10 can be blocked when it is moved and used alone, and the sorted keycaps will not fall, so that it is convenient to prepare multiple collecting boxes 10 for filling, sorting and replacing for positioning and sorting installation, solving the problem of low efficiency of manually installing keycaps on a notebook computer in the prior art.
[0029] The collecting box 10 is made of transparent plastic; during operation, through the collecting box 10 made of transparent plastic, the remaining number of keycaps can be intuitively observed, so that the keycaps can be replenished in time for installation and new collecting boxes 10 filled with keycaps can be replaced, realizing rapid replacement of new sorted keycaps, solving the problem of low efficiency of keycap installation in the prior art.
[0030] Finger holes 7 are formed in the discharging baffle 6; the thickness of the discharging baffle 6 is less than 1 mm; during operation, through the discharging baffle 6 with a thickness less than 1 mm, the thickness between the positioning discharging plate 4 and the notebook computer can be reduced, so that when the keycaps fall into the installation grooves on the notebook through the positioning discharging plate 4, it is more accurate, thus facilitating the installation of keycaps, solving the problem of low efficiency of direct manual installation in the prior art.
[0031] With the above solution, when the utility model is in use, the keycaps sorted and positioned are placed in the discharge unit, and then the discharge unit is moved to the first discharge slot 5, so that the keycaps enter the first discharge slot 5. Then, the discharge baffle 6 is pulled out, so that the keycaps fall into the corresponding recesses in the notebook keyboard area. Then, manual pressing or jig synchronous pressing is performed, so that the installation efficiency is high and the efficiency of preparing new keycaps is also high, solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing manual keycap installation; by placing a large number of sorted and positioned keycaps in the collection box 10, and aligning them with the second discharge slot 9, a layer of keycaps required for installation can be discharged through the second discharge slot 9; then, the positioning base 8 is moved to align the second discharge slot 9 with the first discharge slot 5, and then the position of the positioning base 8 is reset. Then, the discharge baffle 6 is pulled out, so that a layer of keycaps falls into the corresponding recesses in the notebook keyboard area through the first discharge slot 5. Then, manual pressing or jig synchronous pressing is performed, so that the installation efficiency is high and the efficiency of preparing new keycaps is also high, solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing manual keycap installation; through the synchronization plate 11, multiple collection boxes 10 can be fixedly connected together, so that new collection boxes 10 filled with keycaps can be replaced uniformly, so that the installation efficiency of the keycaps remains continuously high; through the storage groove 12, a large number of sorted keycaps can be stored in precise positions, so as to centrally supply keycaps with precise positioning, solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing manual keycap installation; through the cooperation of the limit slot 14 and the limit plug 15, when the collection box 10 is used alone and moved, the lower end can be blocked and the sorted keycaps will not fall, so as to facilitate the preparation of multiple keycaps for filling, sorting and replacing the collection box 10 for positioning and sorting installation, solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing manual installation of keycaps on a notebook computer; through the discharge baffle 6 with a thickness less than one millimeter, the thickness between the positioning discharge plate 4 and the notebook computer can be reduced, so that when the keycaps fall into the installation grooves on the notebook through the positioning discharge plate 4, it is more accurate, thus facilitating the installation of keycaps, solving the problem of low efficiency of the existing direct manual installation.
[0032] In the description of this specification, the descriptions referring to the terms "one embodiment", "example", "specific example", etc. mean that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in connection with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present utility model. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.
[0033] The basic principles, main features and advantages of the present utility model have been shown and described above. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present utility model is not limited by the above embodiments. What is described in the above embodiments and the specification only illustrates the principles of the present utility model. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present utility model, the present utility model will have various changes and improvements, and all these changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present utility model claimed.
Claims
1. A positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps, characterized in that; It includes a positioning plate (1); symmetrically fixed on the positioning plate (1) are slide rails (2); slidably sleeved on the slide rails (2) are sliders (3); detachably connected between the sliders (3) is a positioning discharge plate (4); formed on the positioning discharge plate (4) is a first discharge groove (5); slidably inserted between the positioning discharge plate (4) and the positioning plate (1) is a discharge baffle (6); slidably sleeved on the slide rails (2) is a discharge unit; corresponding to the laptop on the lower surface of the positioning plate (1) is a positioning groove (13).
2. The positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to claim 1, wherein: The discharge unit includes a positioning base (8); the positioning base (8) is slidably sleeved on the slide rails (2); formed on the positioning base (8) is a second discharge groove (9); corresponding to the second discharge groove (9) on the positioning base (8) are fixed multiple collection boxes (10).
3. The positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to claim 2, wherein: Corresponding to the second discharge groove (9) on the collection box (10) is a storage groove (12); fixed between the collection boxes (10) is a synchronization plate (11).
4. The positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to claim 3, characterized in that: Formed on the collection box (10) is a limit slot (14); inserted in the limit slot (14) is a limit plug (15).
5. The positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to claim 4, characterized in that: The collection box (10) is made of transparent plastic.
6. The positioning and discharging device for assembling notebook keycaps according to claim 5, wherein: Formed on the discharge baffle (6) is a finger hole (7); the thickness of the discharge baffle (6) is less than one millimeter.
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Full-automatic keycap assembling machine
CN211719486U