Visual identification mechanism for stud fastener feeding

Abstract

The utility model discloses a visual identification mechanism for stud fastener feeding, and belongs to the field of feeding equipment. According to the visual recognition mechanism, a vibration feeding disc is arranged on a rack, and a feeding rail is arranged on the vibration feeding disc; a detection track is communicated with the feeding track; a detection mechanism is arranged on one side of the vibration feeding disc and comprises a camera arranged on a detection support, and the camera faces the detection track; the detection pusher is arranged on the outer side of the detection track, and the working end of the detection pusher extends into the detection track; the detection case is in communication connection with the detection pusher and the camera, detection software is arranged in the detection case, and the detection software is visual identification software. The device is simple in structure, high in reliability and low in cost. The device is characterized in that a high-definition camera is matched with an AI system, and parts which are wrongly sorted are accurately recognized. The parts sorted wrongly can be effectively prevented from entering the die, and economic losses caused by large-batch part reworking and equipment damage are avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of stud processing equipment, in particular to a visual recognition mechanism for loading stud fasteners. Background Art

[0002] The thread manufacturing process for stud fasteners requires consistent orientation during the feeding process. Because the ends and shapes of the stud fastener shanks are extremely similar, the mechanical feeding mechanism often leads to incorrect orientation of the parts during sorting. If a part is misoriented and then fed into the threading die, the resulting threaded part will, at best, have substandard shape or dimensions. In severe cases, it can damage the machine's transmission mechanism, requiring major repairs. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a visual recognition mechanism for loading stud fasteners.

[0004] The technical solution of the utility model is: a visual recognition mechanism for stud fastener feeding, comprising:

[0005] A frame, a vibrating loading tray is provided on the frame, a loading track is provided on the vibrating loading tray; a detection track is provided in communication with the loading track; a detection mechanism is provided on one side of the vibrating loading tray, the detection mechanism comprising:

[0006] A detection bracket is vertically arranged, and a camera is arranged on the detection bracket, and the camera faces the detection track;

[0007] A detection pusher, which is arranged outside the detection track and has a working end extending into the interior of the detection track;

[0008] A detection chassis is communicatively connected to the detection pusher and the camera, and detection software is set in the detection chassis, and the detection software is visual recognition software.

[0009] Furthermore, the detection mechanism further includes a detection light source, which is located directly below the camera and faces the detection track. By setting the detection light source, the success rate of detection can be improved and detection errors caused by insufficient light can be avoided.

[0010] Furthermore, the camera is a CCD industrial camera. This effectively reduces costs and allows for better adaptation to the detection mechanism during subsequent repairs and replacements. The fanless industrial vision camera is equipped with a fanless heat dissipation design, making it suitable for use in harsh environments.

[0011] Furthermore, the detection bracket includes a detection upright pole, the detection upright pole being arranged vertically, a detection crossbar mounted on the detection upright pole via a fixing clamp, and a detection element mounted on the detection crossbar. Generally, the camera and detection light source are arranged to ensure that they are both vertically and horizontally arranged. The specific angle and height can be adjusted according to actual needs. The height can be adjusted according to the clarity of the image, thereby ensuring stable imaging.

[0012] Furthermore, the fixing clamp is a cross fixing clamp. The setting of the cross fixing clamp can ensure stability in vertical and horizontal directions, and the angle and height can be adjusted according to actual conditions.

[0013] Furthermore, the inspection pusher can be any one of an inspection cylinder, an inspection electric cylinder, an inspection hydraulic cylinder, an inspection blower, or an inspection motor. Generally speaking, an inspection electric cylinder can be used, with the drive end of the inspection cylinder, inspection electric cylinder, or inspection hydraulic cylinder extending into the inspection track to push out unqualified products. When using an inspection blower, it is necessary to ensure that the wind force can push the product out of the inspection track, and it can work in conjunction with a solenoid valve. This method of blowing parts with wind can reduce the modification of existing mechanisms. When using an inspection motor, it is necessary to provide a lever at the end of the motor's conveyor shaft to move the workpiece and push it off the inspection track.

[0014] Further, the detection pusher is located just below the camera head. This is a common setting position, and at this moment, it is necessary to ensure timely identification and push work.

[0015] Furthermore, the detection pusher is located behind the detection position. Generally speaking, it only needs to be one position away from the detection position. After the camera completes the detection, the visual recognition software needs a certain amount of time to perform a comparison. If it fails, a signal is transmitted to the detection pusher, which can improve the efficiency of the detection and ensure that the detection can be carried out continuously.

[0016] Furthermore, the detection chassis is also communicatively connected to a detection display screen. The setting of the detection display screen can effectively display the detection process and detection quantity, can facilitate the user to make reasonable adjustments, and ensure reasonable work efficiency.

[0017] Furthermore, the visual recognition software includes:

[0018] A storage module having built-in qualified sample photos;

[0019] A temporary storage module, wherein the temporary storage module stores photos taken by the camera;

[0020] A comparison module, which compares the captured photo with the sample photo and transmits the comparison result;

[0021] If the result is qualified, no operating signal is output; if the result is unqualified, an operating signal is transmitted to the detection pusher, which receives the detection signal and pushes the sample off the detection track. The control logic of visual recognition software is a common control method and is generally purchased off-the-shelf. The specific setting of recognition points needs to be adjusted according to actual conditions.

[0022] Furthermore, the camera takes a picture of the inspection track again to determine whether to push the unqualified sample off the inspection track.

[0023] Furthermore, the feeding track is arranged in a spiral shape, which can effectively improve the feeding stability of the stud fasteners.

[0024] The beneficial technical effect of the present utility model is as follows: an independent detection mechanism is set on one side of the vibrating loading tray, and the detection mechanism is set independently without changing the original structure of the vibrating loading tray, which can realize the identification of parts with the wrong direction while vibrating loading, and send a signal through the system to push the material and re-sort it, and exclude the stud fasteners that do not conform to the conveying direction, so as to ensure that the direction of the conveyed stud fasteners is completely consistent. The device has a simple structure, high reliability and low cost. It is characterized by 100% accurate identification of incorrectly sorted parts through the use of high-definition cameras and AI systems. It can effectively prevent incorrectly sorted parts from entering the mold, avoiding economic losses caused by rework of large quantities of parts and damage to equipment. At the same time, the independent setting of this detection mechanism can be applied to the same type of part recognition scenarios, which is convenient for modular assembly and improves the efficiency of the detection mechanism. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is an overall schematic diagram of the visual recognition mechanism for stud fastener loading.

[0026] Figure 2 This is an enlarged view of the visual recognition part.

[0027] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the vibrating loading tray.

[0028] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the detection mechanism.

[0029] in:

[0030] 1. Rack,

[0031] 2. Vibrating loading tray,

[0032] 3. Loading track,

[0033] 4. Detection track,

[0034] 5. Detection bracket, 51. Detection pole, 52. Fixing clamp, 53. Detection crossbar,

[0035] 6. Camera,

[0036] 7. Detect the pusher,

[0037] 8. Check the chassis, 9. Check the light source, 10. Check the display screen. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] In order to more clearly understand the technical means of the present invention and implement it according to the contents of the specification, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are further described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present invention but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0039] See attached Figure 1-4 The visual identification mechanism for loading stud fasteners shown includes:

[0040] A frame 1 is provided with a vibrating loading tray 2 on the frame 1, a loading track 3 is provided on the vibrating loading tray 2; a detection track 4 is provided in communication with the loading track 3; a detection mechanism is provided on one side of the vibrating loading tray 2, the detection mechanism comprising:

[0041] A detection bracket 5 is vertically arranged, and a camera 6 is arranged on the detection bracket 5, and the camera 6 faces the detection track 4;

[0042] The detection pusher 7 is arranged outside the detection track 4, and its working end extends into the interior of the detection track 4;

[0043] The detection chassis 8 is in communication with the detection pusher 7 and the camera 6. The detection software is set in the detection chassis 8, and the detection software is visual recognition software.

[0044] Furthermore, the detection mechanism further includes a detection light source 9, which is located directly below the camera 6 and faces the detection track 4. By setting the detection light source 9, the success rate of detection can be improved, and detection errors caused by insufficient light can be avoided.

[0045] Furthermore, camera 6 is a CCD industrial camera. This effectively reduces costs and allows for better adaptation to the inspection mechanism during subsequent repairs and replacements. Equipped with a fanless industrial vision camera, the fanless heat dissipation design allows it to be used in harsh environments.

[0046] Furthermore, the detection bracket 5 includes a detection upright 51, which is arranged vertically. A detection crossbar 53 is mounted on the detection upright 51 via a fixing clamp 52, and a detection element is mounted on the detection crossbar 53. Generally, the camera 6 and the detection light source 9 are arranged to ensure that they are both vertically and horizontally arranged. The specific angle and height can be adjusted according to actual needs. The height can be adjusted according to the clarity of the image, thereby ensuring stable imaging.

[0047] Furthermore, the fixing clamp 52 is a cross fixing clamp 52. The arrangement of the cross fixing clamp 52 can ensure stability in the vertical and horizontal directions, and the angle and height can be adjusted according to actual conditions.

[0048] Furthermore, the inspection pusher 7 can be any one of an inspection cylinder, an inspection electric cylinder, an inspection oil cylinder, an inspection blower, or an inspection motor. Generally speaking, an inspection electric cylinder can be used, and the driving end of the inspection cylinder, inspection electric cylinder, or inspection oil cylinder extends into the inspection track 4 to push out unqualified products. When using an inspection blower, it is necessary to ensure that the wind force can push the product out of the inspection track 4, and it can work in conjunction with a solenoid valve. This method of blowing parts with wind force can reduce the modification of existing mechanisms. When using an inspection motor, it is necessary to provide a lever at the end of the motor's conveyor shaft to move the workpiece and push the workpiece away from the inspection track 4.

[0049] Further, the detection pusher 7 is located just below the camera 6. This situation is a common setting position, and at this moment, it is necessary to ensure timely identification and push work.

[0050] Furthermore, the detection pusher 7 is located behind the detection position. Generally speaking, it is sufficient to be one position away from the detection position. After the camera 6 completes the detection, the visual recognition software needs a certain amount of time to perform the comparison. If it fails, the signal is transmitted to the detection pusher 7, which can improve the efficiency of the detection and ensure that the detection can be carried out continuously.

[0051] Furthermore, the detection chassis 8 is also communicatively connected to a detection display screen 10. The setting of the detection display screen 10 can effectively display the detection process and the detection quantity, can facilitate the user to make reasonable adjustments, and ensure reasonable work efficiency.

[0052] Furthermore, the feeding track 3 is arranged in a spiral. By setting the spiral feeding track 3, the feeding stability of the stud fastener can be effectively improved.

[0053] An independent detection mechanism is set on one side of the vibrating loading tray 2. Without changing the original structure of the vibrating loading tray 2, the detection mechanism is set independently, which can realize the identification of parts with the wrong direction while vibrating loading, and send a signal through the system to push the material and re-sort it, and exclude the stud fasteners that do not conform to the conveying direction, so as to ensure that the direction of the conveyed stud fasteners is completely consistent. The device has a simple structure, high reliability and low cost. It is characterized by 100% accurate identification of incorrectly sorted parts through a high-definition camera in conjunction with an AI system. It can effectively prevent incorrectly sorted parts from entering the mold, avoiding economic losses caused by rework of large quantities of parts and damage to equipment. At the same time, the independent setting of this detection mechanism can be applied to the same type of part recognition scenarios, which facilitates modular assembly and improves the efficiency of the detection mechanism.

[0054] Basic detection logic:

[0055] Visual recognition software includes:

[0056] Storage module, the storage module has built-in qualified sample photos;

[0057] A temporary storage module, which stores photos taken by the camera 6;

[0058] Comparison module: the comparison module compares the captured photo with the sample photo and transmits the comparison result;

[0059] If the result is qualified, no working signal is output; if the result is unqualified, a working signal is transmitted to the detection pusher 7, which receives the detection signal and pushes the sample off the detection track 4. The control logic of the visual recognition software is a common control method and is generally purchased off-the-shelf software. The specific setting of the recognition points needs to be adjusted according to actual conditions.

[0060] At the same time, the camera 6 takes a picture of the detection track 4 again to determine whether to push the unqualified sample away from the detection track 4.

[0061] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. It should be pointed out that ordinary technicians in this technical field can make several improvements and modifications without departing from the technical principles of the present invention. These improvements and modifications should also be regarded as within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A visual recognition mechanism for stud fastener loading, characterized in that: include: A frame (1), a vibrating loading tray (2) is arranged on the frame (1), and a loading track (3) is arranged on the vibrating loading tray (2); A detection track (4) is provided in communication with the feeding track (3); a detection mechanism is provided on one side of the vibrating feeding tray (2), the detection mechanism comprising: A detection bracket (5), the detection bracket (5) is vertically arranged, a camera (6) is arranged on the detection bracket (5), and the camera (6) faces the detection track (4); A detection pusher (7), wherein the detection pusher (7) is arranged outside the detection track (4), and a working end thereof extends into the interior of the detection track (4); A detection chassis (8) is communicatively connected with the detection pusher (7) and the camera (6), and detection software is set in the detection chassis (8), and the detection software is visual recognition software.

2. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection mechanism further comprises a detection light source (9), wherein the detection light source (9) is located directly below the camera (6), and the detection light source (9) faces the detection track (4).

3. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that The camera (6) is a CCD industrial camera.

4. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that The detection bracket (5) comprises a detection vertical rod (51), the detection vertical rod (51) is vertically arranged, a detection cross rod (53) is arranged on the detection vertical rod (51) via a fixing clamp (52), and a detection element is arranged on the detection cross rod (53).

5. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 4, characterized in that The fixing clip (52) is a cross fixing clip (52).

6. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that The detection pusher (7) is any one of a detection cylinder, a detection electric cylinder, a detection oil cylinder, a detection blower, and a detection motor.

7. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that The detection pusher (7) is located directly below the camera (6) or behind the detection position.

8. The visual identification mechanism for stud fastener loading according to claim 1, characterized in that The detection chassis (8) is also communicatively connected to a detection display screen (10).

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