Automatic welding device for golf ball head
By designing the automatic welding device of golf ball head and using laser welding and machine vision cameras for precise positioning, the high labor cost and health hazards of manual welding golf ball heads are solved, and the efficiency, safety and high precision of automated welding are achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421974443.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-08
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-15
AI Technical Summary
In the prior art, golf ball head welding relies on manual methods, resulting in high labor costs and great harm to physical health.
An automatic welding device for golf ball head is designed, including a base, light source emission mechanism, loading and unloading mechanism, mobile clamping mechanism, cover sheet placement mechanism and adsorption device, to realize the automatic positioning, movement and welding of workpieces, and to accurately locate laser welding technology and machine vision cameras.
It realizes automation of golf ball head welding, reduces manual operation time, improves production speed, reduces labor costs and welding risks, and ensures consistency of welding accuracy and quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of golf club manufacturing, in particular to an automatic welding device for golf club heads. [Background Technology]
[0002] Golf is a popular sport known for its elegance, strategy, and skill requirements. The golf club is an important tool in the game, used to hit the ball and guide it towards the predetermined target. The golf head is part of the golf club and is the actual component used to hit the ball, used to help players control the flight distance, direction, and spin of the ball. The manufacture of golf heads is generally composed of a golf head cover and a golf head body. In the existing technology, the golf head cover and the golf head body are usually welded together by manual welding. Manual welding requires a lot of manpower in mass production and is very harmful to the human body. [Utility Model Content]
[0003] In order to overcome the problems of high labor costs and health hazards of manual welding of golf heads, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an automatic welding device for golf heads. This utility model is achieved by the following technical solutions:
[0004] A golf head automatic welding device includes a base, wherein the base is provided with a light source emitting mechanism for scanning a workpiece A and emitting a welding laser, one side of the light source emitting mechanism is provided with a loading and unloading mechanism for installing workpiece A or unloading workpiece C, one side of the loading and unloading mechanism is provided with a movable clamping mechanism for moving workpiece A from the loading and unloading mechanism to the light source emitting mechanism for welding, one side of the light source emitting mechanism is provided with a cover placement mechanism for installing workpiece B, and one side of the cover placement mechanism is provided with an adsorption device for moving workpiece B from the cover placement mechanism to the light source emitting mechanism for welding, so that the light source emitting mechanism emits laser to weld workpiece A and workpiece B to form workpiece C.
[0005] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the light source emitting mechanism includes a laser emitting mechanism for emitting welding laser and a scanning device for scanning and positioning the workpiece A before using the laser emitting mechanism to emit welding laser.
[0006] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the scanning device includes a machine vision camera for scanning a workpiece A so that the workpiece A is welded at a predetermined position, and the machine vision camera is connected to a scanning bracket that supports the machine vision camera.
[0007] In the automatic welding device for golf heads as described above, the laser emitting mechanism includes a galvanometer laser spot welding device for emitting welding laser, and the galvanometer laser spot welding device is connected to a spot welding bracket for supporting the galvanometer laser spot welding device.
[0008] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the loading and unloading mechanism includes an installation and positioning mechanism for positioning the workpiece A before welding and an unloading mechanism for placing the workpiece C at a position corresponding to the position of the workpiece A before welding after welding.
[0009] As described above, in an automatic welding device for a golf head, the installation and positioning mechanism includes a support rod for supporting the workpiece A and a clamping drive mechanism for clamping the workpiece A. One side of the clamping drive mechanism is provided with a clamping locking mechanism for locking the workpiece A after clamping the workpiece A. The clamping drive mechanism includes a cylinder and a clamping block pushed by the cylinder for clamping the workpiece A. The unloading mechanism includes a receiving groove for accommodating the workpiece C, and the receiving groove has an unloading groove for positioning the workpiece C during unloading.
[0010] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the movable clamping mechanism includes a joint movable mechanism for movement and rotation and a clamping mechanism for clamping the workpiece A connected to the joint movable mechanism.
[0011] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the joint movable mechanism is a mechanical arm that can rotate and move, and the clamping mechanism is a clamping head that locks the workpiece A after inserting it so as to keep it stable during movement.
[0012] In the automatic golf head welding device as described above, the cover placement mechanism includes a cover placement body for placing a plurality of workpieces B, the cover placement body is provided with a groove having the same shape as the workpiece B, and the cover placement body is connected to a first guide rail for moving the cover placement body.
[0013] As described above, an automatic welding device for a golf head, the adsorption device includes an adsorption suction cup for adsorbing a workpiece B, the upper side of the adsorption suction cup is connected to a welding inflator for passing a welding laser and filling uniform argon gas during welding, the welding inflator is connected to a movable adsorption mechanism that enables the workpiece B to be moved to the welding position, and the movable adsorption mechanism includes a second guide rail that enables the welding inflator and the adsorption suction cup to move vertically and a third guide rail that moves laterally.
[0014] Compared with the existing technology, the utility model has the following advantages:
[0015] 1. The device automates the welding of golf heads through a loading and unloading mechanism, a mobile clamping mechanism, a light source emitting mechanism, a cover placement mechanism, and an adsorption device. The automated process reduces manual operation time, increases production speed, reduces labor costs, and reduces the risk of direct exposure to high-temperature welding processes and the harm of welding to the human body.
[0016] 2. The loading and unloading mechanism design of the device ensures the accurate positioning of the golf head body during the welding process and the subsequent smooth unloading. The mobile clamping mechanism combines precise mechanical movement and stable clamping technology to ensure the accurate movement and positioning of the golf head body during the welding process.
[0017] 3. The light source emitting mechanism of the device integrates advanced scanning positioning technology and high-precision laser welding technology to achieve high-precision, high-speed and high-reliability in golf head welding. The suction welding device is used to handle the positioning, movement and welding processes of the golf head cover, achieving high-precision, high-efficiency and high-quality in the golf head cover welding process.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for describing the embodiments.
[0019] Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of an automatic welding device for golf heads according to the present invention Figure 1 ;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the loading and unloading mechanism of the golf head automatic welding device of the utility model Figure 2 ;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the movable clamping mechanism of the golf head automatic welding device of the utility model. Figure 3 ;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the light source emitting mechanism of a golf head automatic welding device of the utility model. Figure 4 ;
[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cover placement mechanism of a golf head automatic welding device of the utility model. Figure 5 ;
[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the adsorption device of the golf head automatic welding device of the utility model Figure 6 ;
[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of an automatic welding device for golf heads of the present invention. Figure 7. [Specific implementation method]
[0026] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects solved by this application more clearly understood, this application is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application.
[0027] See also Figures 1 to 7 A golf head automatic welding device includes a base 1 for keeping the golf head stable during welding, the base 1 is provided with a light source emitting mechanism 4 for scanning a workpiece A and emitting a welding laser, one side of the light source emitting mechanism 4 is provided with a loading and unloading mechanism 2 for installing the workpiece A or unloading the workpiece C, one side of the loading and unloading mechanism 2 is provided with a moving clamping mechanism 3 for moving the workpiece A from the loading and unloading mechanism 2 to the light source emitting mechanism 4 for welding, one side of the light source emitting mechanism 4 is provided with a cover placement mechanism 51 for installing the workpiece B, one side of the cover placement mechanism 51 is provided with an adsorption device 52 for moving the workpiece B from the cover placement mechanism 51 to the light source emitting mechanism 4 for welding, so that the light source emitting mechanism 4 emits laser to weld the workpiece A and the workpiece B to form the workpiece C. The golf head body is workpiece A, the golf head cover is workpiece B, and the golf head is workpiece C. The laser scanning and welding of the light source emitting mechanism can achieve extremely high precision, ensuring the consistent quality of each golf head. The automated process reduces the time of manual operation and increases production speed. The automated system can reduce human errors, ensure that each product meets strict standards, reduce the risk of workers directly exposed to high-temperature welding processes, and improve workplace safety.
[0028] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention but not a limitation thereof, the loading and unloading mechanism 2 includes an installation and positioning mechanism 21 for positioning the golf head body before welding and an unloading mechanism 22 for placing the golf head in a position corresponding to the position of the golf head body before welding after welding. The installation and positioning mechanism 21 includes a support rod for supporting the golf head body and a clamping drive mechanism 212 for clamping the golf head. A clamping locking mechanism 213 for clamping the golf head body is provided on one side of the clamping drive mechanism 212. The clamping drive mechanism 212 includes a cylinder 2121 and a clamping block 2122 for clamping the golf head body. The unloading mechanism 22 includes a receiving groove 221 for accommodating the golf head. The receiving groove 221 has an unloading groove 222 for positioning the golf head during unloading. Precise clamping and positioning ensure the golf head's stable position during welding, thereby improving welding accuracy and reliability. The pneumatically driven clamping mechanism has a fast response speed and can quickly complete the clamping and releasing actions, improving production efficiency. Automated loading and unloading reduces manual intervention and the risk of operator injury, while avoiding product quality issues caused by human factors.
[0029] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention but not a limitation, the movable clamping mechanism 3 includes a joint movable mechanism 31 for movement and rotation and a clamping mechanism 32 for clamping the golf head body and keeping the golf head body stable. The joint movable mechanism is a robotic arm 311 for rotational movement, and the clamping mechanism 32 is a clamping head 321 that locks the golf head body after inserting into the golf head body so that it remains stable during movement. The precise control of the robotic arm 311 and the stable clamping of the clamping head 321 ensure the accurate position of the golf head body during the welding process, thereby improving the welding quality. The high-speed movement capability of the robotic arm and the rapid clamping and release mechanism of the clamping head significantly shorten the material handling time and improve the overall efficiency of the production line. The automated movement and clamping reduce dependence on manual labor, reduce the possibility of operational errors, and improve the consistency and reliability of production.
[0030] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this solution, but not limiting, the light source emitting mechanism 4 includes a laser emitting mechanism 42 for emitting welding laser light, and a scanning device 41 for scanning and positioning the golf head body before the laser emitting mechanism 42 emits the welding laser light. The scanning device 41 includes a machine vision camera 411 for scanning the golf head body to ensure welding at predetermined locations. The machine vision camera 411 is connected to a scanning bracket 412 that supports the machine vision camera 411. The laser emitting mechanism 42 includes a galvanometer laser spot welding system 421 for emitting welding laser light, and the galvanometer laser spot welding system 421 is connected to a spot welding bracket 422 that supports the galvanometer laser spot welding system 421. The machine vision camera can capture an image of the golf head body and accurately locate the desired welding location using an image analysis algorithm, ensuring the accuracy of the weld point. Laser welding can concentrate high energy into a very small area, producing deep and narrow welds, making it suitable for welding delicate structures such as golf heads. The galvanometer system can precisely control the direction and focus of the laser beam, achieving welding paths with complex geometries and adapting to the diverse structures of golf heads.
[0031] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this solution but not a limitation, the cover placement mechanism 51 includes a cover placement body 511 for placing a plurality of golf head covers, the cover placement body 511 is provided with a groove 5111 of the same shape as the golf head covers, the cover placement body 511 is connected to a first guide rail 512 for moving the cover placement body 511, the adsorption device 52 includes an adsorption suction cup 521 for adsorbing the golf head covers, one side of the adsorption suction cup 521 is provided with a welding inflator 522 for passing a welding laser and filling uniform argon gas during welding, the welding inflator 522 is connected to the first guide rail 512 for moving the golf head covers, and the adsorption device 52 includes an adsorption suction cup 521 for adsorbing the golf head covers, and one side of the adsorption suction cup 521 is provided with a welding inflator 522 for passing a welding laser and filling uniform argon gas during welding, and the welding inflator 522 is connected to the first guide rail 512 for moving the golf head covers. A movable adsorption mechanism 53 is connected to the golf head cover to enable it to be moved to the welding position. The movable adsorption mechanism 53 includes a second guide rail 531 that enables the welding inflator 522 and the adsorption suction cup 521 to move vertically, and a third guide rail 532 that moves laterally. The combination of the cover placement mechanism and the adsorption device ensures the precise positioning of the cover before welding, which is the key to ensuring welding quality. The welding inflator creates a clean and controlled welding environment by filling it with argon to prevent oxidation and other contaminants from affecting welding. The entire cover placement, positioning and welding process is highly automated, reducing manual intervention and improving production efficiency and consistency.
[0032] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention but not a limitation, the base 1 is provided with a shell 11 on its outer periphery to prevent accidental human touch, and the shell 11 is provided with a software console 111 for controlling the operation of the entire device. The shell surrounds the entire base to form a physical barrier, which effectively prevents operators or unauthorized personnel from accidentally touching the running mechanical equipment, significantly reducing the risk of accidents in the workplace. The software console provides an intuitive user interface, and the operator can easily control and monitor the operating status of the entire device through input devices such as a touch screen or a keyboard and mouse.
[0033] The working principle of this embodiment is as follows:
[0034] A process of using a golf head automatic welding device, such as Figure 1 As shown, first, the golf head body is placed in the installation and positioning mechanism, the support rod supports the golf head body, the cylinder pushes the clamping block to clamp the golf head body so that the golf head body remains stable, the mechanical arm on the mobile clamping mechanism drives the clamping head, extends the clamping head into the golf head body and then stretches it open so that the golf head body remains stable, the mobile clamping mechanism moves the golf head body to the welding position, the scanning device in the light source emitting mechanism scans the golf head body to correct the required welding points, and at the same time, the golf head cover placed in the cover plate placing body is adsorbed by the adsorption suction cup, the mobile adsorption mechanism moves the golf head cover plate to the welding position, and under the joint action of the mechanical arm and the mobile adsorption mechanism, the golf head body and the golf head cover plate are moved to the welding point, the laser emitting mechanism emits laser to weld the golf head body and the golf head cover plate into a golf head, the mobile adsorption mechanism releases the golf head, and the mechanical arm moves the golf head and places it in the receiving slot, thereby completing the automatic welding of the golf head.
[0035] The above are implementation methods provided in conjunction with specific content, and the specific implementation of this application is not limited to these descriptions. Any method structure that is similar to the method structure of this application, or any technical deduction or replacement based on the concept of this application, should be considered as the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A golf head automatic welding device, characterized in that: The invention comprises a base (1), wherein the base (1) is provided with a light source emitting mechanism (4) for scanning a workpiece A and emitting a welding laser, a loading and unloading mechanism (2) for installing the workpiece A or unloading the workpiece C is provided on one side of the light source emitting mechanism (4), a moving clamping mechanism (3) for moving the workpiece A from the loading and unloading mechanism (2) to the light source emitting mechanism (4) for welding is provided on one side of the loading and unloading mechanism (2), a cover placement mechanism (51) for installing the workpiece B is provided on one side of the light source emitting mechanism (4), and a suction device (52) for moving the workpiece B from the cover placement mechanism (51) to the light source emitting mechanism (4) for welding is provided on one side of the light source emitting mechanism (4), so that the light source emitting mechanism (4) emits laser to weld the workpiece A and the workpiece B to form the workpiece C.
2. The golf head automatic welding device according to claim 1, characterized in that The light source emitting mechanism (4) includes a laser emitting mechanism (42) for emitting welding laser and a scanning device (41) for scanning and positioning the workpiece A before the laser emitting mechanism (42) is used to emit welding laser.
3. The golf head automatic welding device according to claim 2, characterized in that The scanning device (41) includes a machine vision camera (411) for scanning a workpiece A so that the workpiece A is welded at a predetermined position, and the machine vision camera (411) is connected to a scanning bracket (412) that supports the machine vision camera (411).
4. The automatic golf head welding device according to claim 2, characterized in that The laser emitting mechanism (42) includes a galvanometer laser spot welder (421) for emitting welding laser, and the galvanometer laser spot welder (421) is connected to a spot welding bracket (422) for supporting the galvanometer laser spot welder (421).
5. The automatic golf head welding device according to claim 1, characterized in that The loading and unloading mechanism (2) includes a mounting and positioning mechanism (21) for positioning the workpiece A before welding and an unloading mechanism (22) for placing the workpiece C at a position corresponding to the position of the workpiece A before welding after welding.
6. The automatic welding device for golf heads according to claim 5, characterized in that : The installation and positioning mechanism (21) includes a support rod (211) for supporting the workpiece A and a clamping drive mechanism (212) for clamping the workpiece A. One side of the clamping drive mechanism (212) is provided with a clamping locking mechanism (213) for locking the workpiece A after clamping the workpiece A. The clamping drive mechanism (212) includes a cylinder (2121) and a clamping block (2122) for clamping the workpiece A pushed by the cylinder (2121). The unloading mechanism (22) includes a receiving groove (221) for receiving the workpiece C. The receiving groove (221) is provided with an unloading groove (222) for positioning the workpiece C during unloading.
7. The automatic golf head welding device according to claim 1, characterized in that The movable clamping mechanism (3) includes a joint movable mechanism (31) for moving and rotating, and a clamping mechanism (32) for clamping the workpiece A connected to the joint movable mechanism (31).
8. The golf head automatic welding device according to claim 7, characterized in that The joint movable mechanism (31) is a mechanical arm (311) capable of rotating and moving, and the clamping mechanism (32) is a clamping head (321) that locks the workpiece A after inserting it so that the workpiece A remains stable during movement.
9. The golf head automatic welding device according to claim 1, characterized in that The cover placement mechanism (51) comprises a cover placement body (511) for placing a plurality of workpieces B, wherein the cover placement body (511) is provided with a groove (5111) having the same shape as the workpiece B, and the cover placement body (511) is connected to a first guide rail (512) for moving the cover placement body (511).
10. The automatic golf head welding device according to claim 1, characterized in that : The adsorption device (52) includes an adsorption suction cup (521) for adsorbing the workpiece B, the upper side of the adsorption suction cup (521) is connected to a welding inflator (522) for passing a welding laser and filling uniform argon gas during welding, the welding inflator (522) is connected to a movable adsorption mechanism (53) that enables the workpiece B to be moved to the welding position, and the movable adsorption mechanism (53) includes a second guide rail (531) that enables the welding inflator (522) and the adsorption suction cup (521) to move in the vertical direction and a third guide rail (532) that moves in the horizontal direction.