Automatic feeding device and juice cup packaging machine equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides an automatic feeding device and juice cup packaging equipment. The automatic feeding device comprises a taking module, a feeding module, an identification module, a loading module and a control module. The material taking module comprises a material suction assembly, and the material suction assembly is arranged on the moving assembly and used for grabbing incoming materials and conveying the incoming materials to the material supply module; the moving assembly is used for driving the material suction assembly to move under the control of the control module. The feeding module comprises a transmission assembly and an overturning assembly. The transmission assembly is used for conveying incoming materials of the material taking module to the overturning assembly. The overturning assembly is arranged at the end, away from the material taking module, of the transmission assembly and used for overturning the incoming materials to the set direction under the control of the control module. The identification module is used for identifying an image signal of the incoming material overturned by the overturning assembly and transmitting the image signal to the control module; and the loading module is used for loading the supplied materials into the to-be-supplied equipment under the control of the control module. Through cooperative operation of all the modules, materials are automatically taken from the tray and loaded into a to-be-fed mechanism, and the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of household appliance processing technology, and in particular to an automatic feeding device and juice cup filling equipment. Background Art

[0002] The motor assembly process on the current juice cup production line involves a tedious and error-prone process: the motors must be manually removed one by one and visually inspected to confirm their correct rotational direction. The operator then relies on vision to ensure the motor is inserted into the juice cup housing at the correct angle and orientation. This highly repetitive and delicate operation not only tests the operator's patience and concentration, but also easily leads to fatigue from prolonged work or momentary misjudgment, resulting in the motor not being accurately inserted into the juice cup, thus affecting the overall assembly quality and the final product's pass rate. Furthermore, manual labor is inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome the above-mentioned deficiencies in the prior art, the present application provides an automatic feeding device, which includes a material taking module, a material feeding module, an identification module, a loading module and a control module.

[0004] The material taking module includes a material suction component, which is arranged on a moving component and is used to grab incoming materials and send them to the feeding module; the moving component is used to drive the material suction component to move under the control of the control module.

[0005] The feeding module includes a transmission assembly and a flip assembly; the transmission assembly is used to transmit the incoming material from the picking module to the flip assembly; the flip assembly is arranged at the end of the transmission assembly away from the picking module, and is used to flip the incoming material to a set direction under the control of the control module.

[0006] The recognition module is used to recognize the image signal of the incoming material after being flipped by the flip component, and transmit the image signal to the control module.

[0007] The loading module is used to load incoming materials into the feeding equipment under the control of the control module.

[0008] The control module is used to receive signals and control the operation of the automatic feeding device according to the signals and set programs.

[0009] In some possible embodiments, the material suction assembly includes a magnetic tray, which is connected to a solenoid valve. The solenoid valve is used to control the magnetic state of the magnetic tray, thereby controlling the grasping and releasing of the incoming material by the magnetic tray.

[0010] The control module is connected to the solenoid valve and is used to control the on and off of the solenoid valve.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the material taking module further includes a first sensor for detecting a first position signal of the incoming material to be taken, and then transmitting the signal to the control module.

[0012] The first sensor includes a photosensor.

[0013] The control module is used to control the operation of the moving component according to the first position signal.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the feeding module further includes a second sensor and a third sensor.

[0015] The second sensor is arranged at the end of the transmission component close to the material taking module, and is used to transmit a second position signal of the incoming material close to the second sensor on the transmission component to the control module.

[0016] The third sensor is arranged between the transmission assembly and the flip assembly, and is used to transmit a third position signal of the incoming material close to the third sensor on the transmission assembly to the control module.

[0017] The second sensor and the third sensor include photosensors.

[0018] The control module is used to control the operation of the feeding module according to the second position signal and the third position signal.

[0019] In some possible embodiments, the transmission assembly includes a conveyor belt, which drives the incoming material to move under the control of the control module. The conveyor belt is also provided with limiting mechanisms on both sides along its conveying direction to prevent the incoming material from deviating from the conveyor belt.

[0020] During the winding process of the first target film material, the feeding module further includes a material dividing mechanism, and the material dividing mechanism includes a baffle and a first cylinder.

[0021] The orthographic projection of the baffle on the conveyor belt is perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt.

[0022] The first cylinder is connected to the baffle, and is used to drive the baffle to reciprocate in a direction perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt under the control of the control module.

[0023] The baffle is used to cooperate with the conveyor belt to separate incoming materials.

[0024] In some possible implementations, the flip assembly includes a second cylinder and a clamp, and the second cylinder is used to drive the clamp to flip from the first state to the second state.

[0025] In the first state, the clamp clamps the incoming material from the transmission assembly, and in the second state, the clamp provides the turned incoming material to the loading module.

[0026] In some possible implementations, the recognition module includes an image sensor, and the image sensor is used to transmit the image signal to the control module.

[0027] The control module is used to control the loading module to set the incoming material to a set position according to the image signal.

[0028] In some possible embodiments, the loading module includes a robot gripper provided on a four-axis robot, and the robot gripper is used to grab the flipped incoming material under the control of the control module, rotate it to a set position, and then install it into the feeding equipment.

[0029] The present application also provides a juice cup installation device, comprising any one of the aforementioned automatic feeding devices and a juice cup shell conveying module, wherein the juice cup shell conveying module is used to convey the juice cup shell under the control of the control module, and the automatic feeding device is used to automatically install the motor into the juice cup shell according to the set position.

[0030] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0031] The present application provides an automatic feeding device and juice cup filling equipment, which realize automatic picking up of materials from a tray and loading them into a feeding mechanism through the coordinated operation of various modules, thereby improving production efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0032] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this embodiment, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiment. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0033] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment;

[0034] Figure 2 A side view of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment;

[0035] Figure 3 A front view of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment;

[0036] Figure 4 A partial top view of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment;

[0037] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the state of the material distribution mechanism of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a rear view of the automatic feeding device provided in this embodiment.

[0039] Icons: Automatic feeding device-10; material picking module-100; feeding module-200; identification module-300; loading module-400; suction component-110; moving component-120; transmission component-210; flipping component-220; magnetic tray-111; first sensor-130; second sensor-230; third sensor-240; conveyor belt-211; limiting mechanism-212; material dividing mechanism-250; baffle-251; first cylinder-252; second cylinder-221; clamp-222; image sensor-310; four-axis robot-410; robot gripper-420; incoming material-590; tray-580; empty tray recovery area-581; empty tray suction cup-582. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0040] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present application described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0041] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present application for protection, but merely represents selected embodiments of the present application. All other embodiments obtained by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments in the present application without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0042] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0043] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientations or positional relationships in which the product of this application is typically placed when in use. These terms are intended only to facilitate the description of this application and simplify the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0044] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "overhanging" do not necessarily imply that a component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.

[0045] It should also be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0046] The specific implementation methods of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0047] The present application provides an automatic feeding device 10, please refer to Figure 1 , including a material taking module 100, a material feeding module 200, an identification module 300, a material loading module 400 and a control module.

[0048] The material taking module 100 includes a material suction component 110, which is arranged on the moving component 120 and is used to grab the incoming material 590 and send it to the feeding module 200; the moving component 120 is used to drive the material suction component 110 to move under the control of the control module.

[0049] The feeding module 200 includes a transmission assembly 210 and a flip assembly 220; the transmission assembly 210 is used to transmit the incoming material 590 of the material picking module 100 to the flip assembly 220; the flip assembly 220 is arranged at the end of the transmission assembly 210 away from the material picking module 100, and is used to flip the incoming material 590 to a set direction under the control of the control module.

[0050] The recognition module 300 is used to recognize the image signal of the incoming material 590 after being flipped by the flip assembly 220 and transmit the image signal to the control module.

[0051] The loading module 400 is used to load the incoming material 590 into the feeding equipment under the control of the control module.

[0052] The control module is used to receive signals and control the operation of the automatic feeding device 10 according to the signals and set programs.

[0053] In this embodiment, the automatic feeding device 10 is intended to achieve automation and improve production efficiency and the stability of product quality.

[0054] First, the material retrieval module 100 is customized based on the layout of the production workshop and the specific needs of the production line, enabling the transport of incoming materials 590 from the incoming material storage area or other areas to the next module. For example, in this embodiment, the automatic feeding device 10 is provided with a base, which is provided with a tray placement area for incoming materials. A worker manually places the incoming material tray 580 in this area, and the suction cup absorbs the incoming material 590 through the suction assembly 110. Then, driven by the moving assembly 120, it moves vertically and horizontally to transport the absorbed incoming material 590 to the feeding module 200.

[0055] Next, the incoming material 590, transported by the suction assembly 110, is delivered to the flip assembly 220 via the transmission assembly 210 of the feeding module 200. The transmission assembly 210 can take various forms, including linear conveyor belts, curved guide rails, or vibrating plates, to accommodate incoming materials 590 of varying shapes, sizes, and weights. The flip assembly 220, based on instructions from the control module, adjusts its angle and direction to ensure that the incoming material 590 is suitable for subsequent processing or assembly.

[0056] In the identification module 300, the flipped incoming material 590 can be scanned and identified through a high-resolution camera and image processing technology, and the image signal can be transmitted to the control module. At the same time, with the cooperation of other modules, it is ensured that each incoming material 590 meets the preset specifications and standards.

[0057] Finally, the loading module 400 uses a robotic arm or other precision equipment to accurately place the incoming material 590 into the device to be fed.

[0058] The entire process is smooth and efficient, which not only shortens the production cycle but also reduces the possibility of human error.

[0059] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 2The material suction component 110 includes a magnetic tray 111, which is connected to a solenoid valve. The solenoid valve is used to control the magnetic state of the magnetic tray 111, thereby controlling the magnetic tray 111 to grasp and release the incoming material 590.

[0060] The control module is connected to the solenoid valve and is used to control the on and off of the solenoid valve.

[0061] In this embodiment, the material suction assembly 110 utilizes a magnetic tray 111. This design controls the magnetic state of the magnetic tray 111 by turning the solenoid valve on and off via a control module. For example, during the material retrieval phase, when the control module issues a command to turn on the solenoid valve, the magnetic tray 111 instantly activates, generating sufficient magnetic force to attract the incoming material 590 on the tray 580. This process requires no physical contact, avoiding the wear and contamination that can occur with traditional mechanical grippers and ensuring the surface finish of the incoming material 590. Subsequently, driven by the moving assembly 120, the magnetic tray 111 smoothly transports the attracted incoming material 590 to the feeding module 200 for subsequent processing. Upon reaching the designated location, the control module issues another command to close the solenoid valve, causing the magnetic tray 111 to lose its magnetic force and release the incoming material 590. This non-contact grasping and releasing method not only improves the accuracy and efficiency of material retrieval but also significantly enhances the adaptability and flexibility of the automatic feeding device 10, enabling its widespread application in various production scenarios requiring frequent grasping of metal parts. At the same time, the structure of the magnetic tray 111 and the solenoid valve is relatively simple, and the maintenance cost is low, which reduces the operating cost and downtime risk of the production line.

[0062] It is worth mentioning that, in addition to magnetic adsorption, in order to adapt to different types of incoming materials 590, the material taking module 100 can also use a variety of material adsorption methods such as vacuum adsorption and physical clamping.

[0063] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 3 The material picking module 100 further includes a first sensor 130 for detecting a first position signal of the incoming material 590 to be picked up, and then transmitting the signal to the control module.

[0064] The first sensor 130 includes a photoelectric sensor.

[0065] The control module is configured to control the operation of the moving component 120 according to the first position signal.

[0066] The first sensor 130 uses a photoelectric sensor to accurately sense the vertical distance between the suction assembly 110 and the incoming material 590 placed on the lower tray 580 in real time. This distance information ensures that the suction assembly 110 does not collide with the incoming material 590 when grabbing it, and can closely adhere to the surface of the incoming material 590.

[0067] For example, when the suction assembly 110, driven by the mobile assembly 120, approaches the incoming material tray 580, the first sensor 130 measures the distance to the surface of the tray 580 by emitting and receiving light. This distance signal serves as a first position signal, and the first sensor 130 transmits this signal to the control module. Once the control module detects a predetermined distance or an optimal gripping distance, it controls the vertical movement height of the mobile assembly 120 accordingly, ensuring that the suction assembly 110 can contact and grip the incoming material 590.

[0068] In this embodiment, the control module controls the vertical movement of the mobile assembly 120 based on the first position signal, driving the material suction assembly 110 to accurately absorb a row of incoming materials 590. When all incoming materials 590 from a tray 580 have been removed, the mobile assembly 120 automatically switches to an empty tray 580 suction mode, using the empty tray suction cups 582 on the material suction assembly 110 to move the empty tray 580 to a designated empty tray recovery area 581 for subsequent recycling. The material removal module 100 then continues to absorb incoming materials 590 from the next tray 580, ensuring the continuity and efficiency of the entire incoming material 590 transfer process.

[0069] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 2 The feeding module 200 further includes a second sensor 230 and a third sensor 240 .

[0070] The second sensor 230 is disposed at an end of the transmission assembly 210 close to the material taking module 100 , and is used to transmit a second position signal of the incoming material 590 close to the second sensor 230 on the transmission assembly 210 to the control module.

[0071] The third sensor 240 is disposed between the transmission assembly 210 and the flip assembly 220 , and is configured to transmit a third position signal of the incoming material 590 on the transmission assembly 210 close to the third sensor 240 to the control module.

[0072] The second sensor 230 and the third sensor 240 include photoelectric sensors.

[0073] The control module is used to control the operation of the feeding module 200 according to the second position signal and the third position signal.

[0074] In this embodiment, the feeding module 200 is further provided with a second sensor 230 and a third sensor 240 .

[0075] For example, when the suction assembly 110 transports the incoming material 590 to the designated placement area of ​​the transmission assembly 210 through suction or clamping, the control module receives in real time a second position signal from the second sensor 230. In this embodiment, the second sensor 230 utilizes a photoelectric sensor capable of detecting the status of the designated placement area for the incoming material 590 on the transmission assembly 210. The control module analyzes these signals to determine whether the designated placement area on the transmission assembly 210 is free and whether the placement requirements for the incoming material 590 on the suction assembly 110 are met.

[0076] If the designated placement area on the transmission assembly 210 is idle and meets the placement conditions, the control module will send an instruction to the moving assembly 120 to ensure that it drives the suction assembly 110 to place the incoming material 590 on the designated slot of the transmission assembly 210.

[0077] After the incoming material 590 is placed on the transmission assembly 210, the continuous movement of the transmission assembly 210 gradually moves the incoming material 590 from the designated placement area to the other end. During this process, the third sensor 240 detects the third position signal of the incoming material 590 and promptly feeds this signal back to the control module. Upon receiving this signal, the control module activates the flipping assembly 220, achieving precise flipping of the incoming material 590 from horizontal to vertical, ensuring that the incoming material 590 can be transferred to the next process after being flipped into place.

[0078] It is worth noting that the first sensor 130 , the second sensor 230 , and the third sensor 240 may also use other types of sensors such as proximity sensors.

[0079] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 2 The transmission assembly 210 includes a conveyor belt 211, which drives the incoming material 590 to move under the control of the control module. The conveyor belt 211 is also provided with a limiting mechanism 212 on both sides along its transmission direction to prevent the incoming material 590 from deviating from the conveyor belt 211.

[0080] In this embodiment, the transmission assembly 210 utilizes a conveyor belt 211. Under the control of a control system, the conveyor belt 211 continuously and automatically transports incoming materials 590, thereby improving overall production efficiency. Furthermore, the conveyor belt 211 operates stably, effectively reducing downtime and maintenance costs caused by equipment failure. Furthermore, compared to other methods of conveying incoming materials 590, the conveyor belt 211 consumes relatively low energy, meeting modern industrial requirements for energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0081] In this embodiment, to further enhance conveying stability and safety, the conveyor belt 211 is equipped with limiting mechanisms 212 on both sides of the conveyor belt 211 along its conveying direction. Specifically, the limiting mechanisms 212 are in the form of baffles 251, which fit tightly against the edges of the conveyor belt 211, forming an effective boundary barrier. When the incoming material 590 is placed on the conveyor belt 211 and moves, these limiting mechanisms 212 ensure that the incoming material 590 remains in the center area of ​​the conveyor belt 211, effectively preventing deviation caused by vibration, collision, or other external factors.

[0082] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 4 The feeding module 200 further includes a material distribution mechanism 250 , and the material distribution mechanism 250 includes a baffle 251 and a first cylinder 252 .

[0083] The orthographic projection of the baffle 251 on the transmission assembly 210 is perpendicular to the transmission direction of the transmission assembly 210 .

[0084] The first cylinder 252 is connected to the baffle 251 . The first cylinder 252 is used to drive the baffle 251 to reciprocate in a direction perpendicular to the transmission direction of the transmission assembly 210 under the control of the control module.

[0085] The baffle 251 is used to cooperate with the transmission assembly 210 to separate the incoming material 590.

[0086] In order to ensure that there is only one incoming material 590 when the incoming material 590 is transferred to the upper flip position of the transmission assembly 210, a baffle 251 is provided in this embodiment.

[0087] For details, please refer to Figure 5 The baffle 251 includes a first baffle 251 ( a ) and a second baffle 251 ( b ). Driven by the first cylinder 252 , the baffle 251 has a first setting state and a second setting state.

[0088] In the first configuration, the first incoming material 590(a) is located at the turning position of the transmission assembly 210, while the second incoming material 590(b) is positioned between the first baffle 251(a) and the second baffle 251(b). The first baffle 251(a) acts as a barrier, effectively preventing the second incoming material 590(b) from approaching the turning zone. The third incoming material 590(c) is positioned on the side of the second incoming material 590(b) away from the first incoming material 590(a).

[0089] When the control module recognizes that the first incoming material 590 (a) has been removed by the loading module 400, it controls the first cylinder 252 to drive the baffle 251 to move to the second setting state. At this time, the first baffle 251 (a) is removed, and the second incoming material 590 (b) can be moved to the flip position under the drive of the transmission assembly 210. At the same time, the baffle 251 prevents the third incoming material 590 (c) from moving to the flip position with the baffle 251.

[0090] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 6 The flip assembly 220 includes a second cylinder 221 and a clamp 222, and the second cylinder 221 is used to drive the clamp 222 to flip from the first state to the second state.

[0091] In the first state, the clamp 222 clamps the incoming material 590 from the transmission assembly 210 , and in the second state, the clamp 222 provides the flipped incoming material 590 to the loading module 400 .

[0092] In this embodiment, the flip assembly 220 comprises a second cylinder 221 and a clamp 222. The clamp 222 can be driven from a first position to a second position by the second cylinder 221. In the first position, the clamp 222 grabs the incoming material 590 from the flip position of the transmission assembly 210. In the second position, the clamp 222 flips the incoming material 590 to a set position, preparing for subsequent operation of the loading module 400.

[0093] Specifically, the control module detects that the transmission component 210 is in the flipping position, and the clamp 222 of the flipping component 220 clamps the incoming material 590 placed horizontally in the flipping position on the transmission component 210, and drives the incoming material 590 along the transmission component 210 under the drive of the second cylinder 221 to flip it to a vertical state, waiting for the next assembly process.

[0094] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 4 The recognition module 300 includes an image sensor 310, and the image sensor 310 is used to transmit the image signal to the control module.

[0095] The control module is used to control the loading module 400 to set the incoming material 590 to a set position according to the image signal.

[0096] In this embodiment, the recognition module 300 utilizes an image sensor 310. This image sensor 310 possesses image capture capabilities, accurately capturing information about the incoming material 590 after the flipping assembly 220 flips it, such as its type, precise location, and orientation. This information is instantly transmitted to the control module, which processes it and sends a signal to the loading module 400, controlling it to install the incoming material 590 onto the equipment being fed. This automated, high-precision image recognition technology reduces manual intervention, accelerates the assembly process, and significantly improves the overall efficiency of the production line.

[0097] For some possible implementations, please refer to Figure 6 The loading module 400 includes a robot gripper 420 provided on a four-axis robot 410. The robot gripper 420 is used to grab the flipped incoming material 590 under the control of the control module, rotate it to a set position, and then install it into the feeding equipment.

[0098] In this embodiment, the loading module 400 is equipped with a robotic gripper 420 mounted on a four-axis robot 410, which operates according to the instructions of the control module. The robotic gripper 420 accurately grasps the part that has been turned to the correct orientation, then, under the control of the control module, rotates the part to the set orientation with high precision, and finally smoothly installs it into the device to be fed.

[0099] This process not only reduces the complexity of manual operations but also improves the automation level of the entire production process. At the same time, due to the reduction of human intervention, the error rate in the production process is significantly reduced, thus ensuring the stability of product quality.

[0100] The present application also provides a juice cup installation device, comprising any one of the aforementioned automatic feeding devices 10 and a juice cup shell conveying module, wherein the juice cup shell conveying module is used to convey the juice cup shell under the control of the control module, and the automatic feeding device 10 is used to automatically install the motor into the juice cup shell according to the set position.

[0101] For example, when installing motors into juice cups using juice cup assembly equipment, the retrieval module 100 first removes the motors from the tray 580. Equipped with a first sensor 130, the module automatically identifies the number of trays 580 and picks up a row of motors at a time, based on the spacing between the trays 580. After the operator places a tray 580 into the incoming tray storage area, the retrieval module 100 automatically reaches up and picks up the motors, ensuring that other motors are not mistakenly picked up due to magnetic interference. After removing the motors from one tray 580, the retrieval module 100 automatically removes the empty tray 580 and places it in the empty tray recovery area 581, then continues to remove the motors from the next tray 580.

[0102] Next, when the second sensor 230 detects that there are no motors in the designated placement area, the retrieving module 100 places the removed motors on the transmission assembly 210. The material distribution mechanism 250 at the end of the transmission assembly 210 is responsible for delivering the motors one by one to the flipping position. Once the third sensor 240 detects the presence of material, the flipping assembly 220 immediately activates. The flipping assembly 220 uses a cylinder and a clamp 222 to flip the motors from a horizontal position to a vertical position.

[0103] The recognition module 300 then takes a picture of the motor from the bottom to identify its direction. The robot gripper 420 on the four-axis robot 410 works closely with the flip assembly 220 to grab the motor and move it above the recognition module 300 for confirmation.

[0104] Finally, the robot gripper 420 rotates the motor according to the motor direction identified by the recognition module 300 and accurately installs it into the juice cup on the juice cup shell conveying module, completing the entire motor installation process.

[0105] In summary, the present application provides an automatic feeding device 10 and juice cup filling equipment, comprising a pick-up module 100, a feeding module 200, an identification module 300, a loading module 400, and a control module. The pick-up module 100 includes a suction assembly 110, which is mounted on a moving assembly 120 and is used to grab incoming material 590 and deliver it to the feeding module 200. The moving assembly 120 is used to drive the suction assembly 110 under the control of the control module. The feeding module 200 includes a transmission assembly 210 and a flip assembly 220. The transmission assembly 210 is used to transfer the incoming material 590 from the retrieving module 100 to the flip assembly 220. The flip assembly 220 is located at the end of the transmission assembly 210 away from the retrieving module 100 and is used to flip the incoming material 590 to a set direction under the control of the control module. The recognition module 300 is used to identify the image signal of the incoming material 590 after being flipped by the flip assembly 220 and transmit the image signal to the control module. The loading module 400 is used to load the incoming material 590 into the feeding device under the control of the control module. Through the coordinated operation of these modules, materials can be automatically retrieved from the tray and loaded into the feeding mechanism, improving production efficiency.

[0106] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. Various modifications and variations are possible for those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present application shall be included within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding device, applied to a juice cup, characterized in that: It includes a material taking module, a material feeding module, an identification module, a material loading module and a control module; The material taking module includes a material suction component, which is arranged on the moving component and is used to grab the incoming material and send it to the feeding module; the moving component is used to drive the material suction component to move under the control of the control module; The feeding module includes a transmission assembly and a flip assembly; the transmission assembly is used to transmit the incoming material from the retrieving module to the flip assembly; the flip assembly is arranged at the end of the transmission assembly away from the retrieving module, and is used to flip the incoming material to a set direction under the control of the control module; The recognition module is used to recognize the image signal of the incoming material after being flipped by the flip component, and transmit the image signal to the control module; The loading module is used to load incoming materials into the feeding equipment under the control of the control module; The control module is used to receive signals and control the operation of the automatic feeding device according to the signals and set programs.

2. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material suction component includes a magnetic suction tray, which is connected to a solenoid valve. The solenoid valve is used to control the magnetic state of the magnetic suction tray, thereby controlling the magnetic suction tray to grasp and release the incoming material; The control module is connected to the solenoid valve and is used to control the on and off of the solenoid valve.

3. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material taking module further comprises a first sensor for detecting a first position signal of the incoming material to be taken, and then transmitting the signal to the control module; The first sensor includes a photoelectric sensor; The control module is used to control the operation of the moving component according to the first position signal.

4. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding module further includes a second sensor and a third sensor; The second sensor is arranged at the end of the transmission assembly close to the material taking module, and is used to transmit a second position signal of the incoming material close to the second sensor on the transmission assembly to the control module; The third sensor is disposed between the transmission assembly and the flip assembly, and is used to transmit a third position signal of the incoming material on the transmission assembly close to the third sensor to the control module; The second sensor and the third sensor include photoelectric sensors; The control module is used to control the operation of the feeding module according to the second position signal and the third position signal.

5. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transmission assembly includes a conveyor belt, which drives the incoming materials to move under the control of the control module. The conveyor belt is also provided with limiting mechanisms on both sides along its conveying direction to prevent the incoming materials from deviating from the conveyor belt.

6. The automatic feeding device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The feeding module further includes a material distribution mechanism, which includes a baffle and a first cylinder; The orthographic projection of the baffle on the conveyor belt is perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt; The first cylinder is connected to the baffle, and the first cylinder is used to drive the baffle to reciprocate perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt under the control of the control module; The baffle is used to cooperate with the conveyor belt to separate incoming materials.

7. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flip assembly includes a second cylinder and a clamp, wherein the second cylinder is used to drive the clamp to flip from the first state to the second state; In the first state, the clamp clamps the incoming material from the transmission assembly, and in the second state, the clamp provides the turned incoming material to the loading module.

8. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The recognition module includes an image sensor, and the image sensor is used to transmit the image signal to the control module; The control module is used to control the loading module to set the incoming material to a set position according to the image signal.

9. The automatic feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The loading module includes a robot gripper arranged on a four-axis robot, and the robot gripper is used to grab the flipped incoming material under the control of the control module, rotate it to a set position, and then install it into the feeding equipment.

10. A juice cup filling device, characterized in that: It comprises the automatic feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 9 and a juice cup shell conveying module, wherein the juice cup shell conveying module is used to convey the juice cup shell under the control of the control module, and the automatic feeding device is used to automatically install the motor into the juice cup shell according to the set position.

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