Plate feeding and discharging machine

By designing a plate loading and unloading machine, using lifting components and robots to automatically handle the loading and unloading process of FPC boards, the problem of high workload and low efficiency caused by manual operations is solved, and efficient and automated loading and unloading is achieved.

CN223291670UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-02KUNSHAN KELIWEI ELECTROMECHANICAL CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421949930.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-13
Publication Date
2025-09-02
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-13

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, the loading and unloading process of FPC sheets relies on manual operations, resulting in large workload and low efficiency.

Method used

A plate loading and unloading machine is designed, including a loading station, a process station, a loading station and a cooperative mechanism. It uses lifting components and robots to achieve automatic loading and unloading, and combines linear modules and one-way fixtures to regulate the plate parts to reduce manual intervention.

Benefits of technology

It realizes automatic loading and unloading, saves labor, and improves loading and unloading efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a plate feeding and discharging machine and a discharging station, the feeding station is used for placing plates rightly and discharging, the feeding station comprises a first lifting assembly, a carrier and a plate arranging assembly, the first lifting assembly drives the carrier to ascend and descend vertically, and the plate arranging assembly arranges the plates on the carrier till the plates are matched with the carrier; the flow station is used for machining the plate; the discharging station is used for machining the plate in the first machining procedure, placing the plate, lifting and feeding; the cooperation mechanism is used for taking the plates according to the machining feeding station, moving the plates to the process station, then taking the plates from the process station, moving the plates to the discharging station and finally discharging the plates from the discharging station; the feeding and discharging device has the advantages of saving labor and improving the feeding and discharging efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of plate processing, and in particular relates to a plate loading and unloading machine. Background Art

[0002] The application scope of FPC sheets is becoming increasingly broad. They are widely used in the fields of computers and communications, consumer electronics, automobiles, military and aerospace, and medical treatment, and there is a huge demand for them. Therefore, higher requirements are placed on their processing and manufacturing industries.

[0003] Chips need to be loaded and unloaded during testing. Currently, loading is often done manually by taking the chips to be tested from the tray one by one, placing them on the test board, and then moving the test board to the chip tester for performance testing. When unloading, tested chips are often taken out from the test board one by one by hand, and then sorted, screened, and placed on the tray. The entire process is labor-intensive and extremely inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a plate loading and unloading machine which saves labor and improves loading and unloading efficiency in order to solve the problem of high workload and low efficiency in the prior art.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by the utility model to solve its technical problems is:

[0006] A plate loading and unloading machine, comprising:

[0007] A blanking station, wherein the panels are placed straightly and blanked;

[0008] A process station, wherein the process station is used to process the plate;

[0009] Loading station, the loading station processes the plate in the first processing procedure, puts the plate in, lifts and loads the plate;

[0010] Collaborative mechanism: The collaborative mechanism picks up the panels according to the processing loading station, moves them to the process station, then picks up the panels from the process station, moves them to the unloading station, and finally unloads them at the unloading station;

[0011] The blanking station includes a lifting component, a carrier, and a panel aligning component. The lifting component drives the carrier up and down, and the panel aligning component aligns the panels on the carrier until they fit the carrier.

[0012] Furthermore, the lifting assembly includes a guide rail, a screw nut, a motor, and a connecting frame. The motor drives the screw nut, the connecting frame is installed on the nut of the screw nut, and there are two groups of guide rails, which are located on both sides of the connecting frame. The slider of the guide rail is connected to the connecting frame.

[0013] Furthermore, the motor output shaft is provided with a sprocket 1, one end of the lead screw nut is provided with a sprocket 2, and a chain is provided between the sprocket 1 and the sprocket 2. Such a transmission design can reduce the height occupied by the motor.

[0014] Furthermore, the panel regularization assembly includes two linear modules and two one-way clamps. The two one-way clamps are respectively installed on the sliders of the two linear modules. The two linear modules are connected end to end and surround the outside of the carrier. The extension lines of the two one-way clamps intersect, and the intersection angle is 90°, which matches the square structure of the panel.

[0015] Furthermore, the one-way clamp includes a fixed plate and a movable plate. The movable plate is located on the inner side of the fixed plate. Several directional pins are provided on the side of the fixed plate close to the movable plate. The movable plate is plugged into the directional pins. A spring is provided at one end of the directional pin extending out of the movable plate. The function of the spring is to provide a buffering effect on the clamped plate so as not to clamp the plate.

[0016] Furthermore, the process station includes a lifting component 2 and an assembly table 2 driven to rise and fall by the lifting component 2; the process station is provided with at least one group, and multiple groups are also set up according to processing needs.

[0017] Furthermore, the loading station includes a lifting component three and an assembly table two driven to rise and fall by the lifting component three. The lifting component three, the lifting component two and the lifting component one can be of the same structure.

[0018] Furthermore, the collaborative mechanism includes a robot and a robot fixture. The robot fixture can hold the panel on the carrier and then move it to the next workstation through the robot.

[0019] The beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0020] The material tray is manually placed on the second assembly table, and the lifting component two lifts it. After the inspection is completed by the inspection equipment at the second assembly table, it is clamped by a robot and moved to the first assembly table to continue the second procedure inspection. Finally, the robot clamps and moves it to the carrier. The panel regularization component regularizes the panel on the carrier to fit it with the carrier, and then descends to complete the loading and unloading. It has the advantages of saving labor and improving the efficiency of loading and unloading. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] The technical solution of the present application is further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of an embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the blanking station structure of an embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the non-cooperative mechanism of an embodiment of the present application;

[0025] The reference numerals in the figures are:

[0026] 10. Unloading station, 11. Lifting assembly 1, 111. Guide rail, 112. Screw nut, 113. Motor, 114. Connecting frame, 115. Sprocket 2, 116. Chain, 12. Carrier, 13. Plate aligning assembly, 131. Linear module, 132. One-way fixture, 1321. Fixed plate, 1322. Movable plate, 1323. Directional pin, 1324. Spring,

[0027] 20. Process station, 21. Lifting component 2, 22. Assembly table 2,

[0028] 30. Loading station, 31. Lifting assembly three, 32. Assembly table two,

[0029] 40. Collaborative mechanism, 41. Robot, 42. Robot fixture. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] It should be noted that, unless there is any conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0031] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the scope of protection of the present application. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, features defined as "first", "second", etc. may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0033] The technical solution of the present application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with embodiments. Example

[0034] This embodiment provides a plate loading and unloading machine, including a frame and:

[0035] The unloading station 10 lifts or lowers the plate and places the plate straight. The last processing procedure processes the plate. After the processing is completed, the plate is unloaded. The loading station 10 includes a lifting component 11, a carrier 12, and a plate regularization component 13. The lifting component 11 drives the carrier 12 up and down. The plate regularization component 13 regularizes the plate on the carrier 12 to fit the carrier, and also facilitates the robot to pick up the fixture.

[0036] The process station 20 is used to process panels. The process station 20 includes a lifting assembly 21 and an assembly table 22 driven by the lifting assembly 21. The process station 20 is provided with at least one group, and multiple groups are also provided according to processing needs.

[0037] The loading station 30 includes a lifting assembly 31 and an assembly table 2 32 driven by the lifting assembly 31. The lifting assembly 31, the lifting assembly 21 and the lifting assembly 11 can be of the same structure.

[0038] The collaborative mechanism 40 picks up the panel from the processing loading station 10, moves it to the process station 20, then picks up the panel from the process station 20, moves it to the unloading station 30, and finally unloads it at the unloading station 30; the collaborative mechanism 40 includes a manipulator 41 and a manipulator fixture 42. The manipulator fixture 42 can hold the panel on the carrier 12 and then move it to the next station through the manipulator 41;

[0039] The material station 10, the process station 20, the unloading station 30, and the cooperation mechanism 40 are surrounded together, and the detection components corresponding to the stations are installed on the frame.

[0040] As an embodiment of the product of the utility model, in addition to the above structure, the lifting component 11 includes a guide rail 111, a screw nut 112, a motor 113, and a connecting frame 114. The motor 113 drives the transmission of the screw nut 112. The connecting frame 114 is installed on the nut of the screw nut 112. The guide rail 111 is provided with two groups, which are respectively located on both sides of the connecting frame 114. The slider of the guide rail 111 is connected to the connecting frame 114. The connecting frame 114 slides stably, and the connecting frame 114 is stably connected in the frame.

[0041] To save height space, the output shaft of the motor 113 is provided with a sprocket 1, one end of the screw nut 112 is provided with a sprocket 2 115, and a chain 116 is provided between the sprocket 1 and the sprocket 2 115. Such a transmission design can reduce the height occupied by the motor.

[0042] As an embodiment of the product of the present utility model, in addition to the above structure, the panel regularization component 13 includes two linear modules 131 and two one-way clamps 132. The two one-way clamps 132 are respectively installed on the sliders of the two linear modules 131. The two linear modules 131 are connected end to end and surround the outside of the carrier 12. The extension lines of the two one-way clamps 132 intersect, and the intersection angle is 90°, which matches the square structure of the panel.

[0043] The one-way clamp 132 includes a fixed plate 1321 and a movable plate 1322. The movable plate 1322 is located on the inner side of the fixed plate 1321. A number of directional pins 1323 are provided on the side of the fixed plate 1321 close to the movable plate 1322. The movable plate 1322 is plugged into the directional pins 1323. The movable plate 1322 can move linearly along the axis of the directional pins 1323 within the positioning pins 1323. A spring 1324 is provided at one end of the directional pin 1323 extending out of the movable plate 1322. The function of the spring 1324 is to provide a buffering effect on the clamped plate so as not to clamp the plate.

[0044] This application is working in a specific way:

[0045] The material tray is manually placed on assembly table two, and the lifting component two lifts it up. After the inspection is completed by the inspection equipment at assembly table two, it is clamped by a robot and moved to assembly table one to continue the second procedure inspection. If the inspection fails, the lifting component one will drive it down, and the defective products will be taken out manually. The qualified products will be clamped by the robot and moved to the carrier. The linear module of the panel regularization component drives the one-way clamp to gather on the carrier, regularizes the panel on the carrier to fit it with the carrier, and then descends to complete the loading and unloading.

[0046] Based on the above-mentioned ideal embodiments of this application, and in accordance with the above description, relevant personnel can make various changes and modifications without departing from the scope of the technical concept of this application. The technical scope of this application is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A plate loading and unloading machine, characterized in that: include: A blanking station, wherein the panels are placed straightly and blanked; A process station, wherein the process station is used to process the plate; Loading station, the loading station processes the plate in the first processing procedure, puts the plate in, lifts it, and loads it; A collaborative mechanism, wherein the collaborative mechanism picks up the panels according to the processing loading station, moves them to the process station, then picks up the panels from the process station, moves them to the unloading station, and finally unloads them at the unloading station; The blanking station includes a lifting component, a carrier, and a panel regularization component. The lifting component drives the carrier to move up and down, and the panel regularization component regularizes the panels on the carrier until they fit the carrier.

2. A plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting component includes a guide rail, a screw nut, a motor, and a connecting frame. The motor drives the screw nut. The connecting frame is installed on the nut of the screw nut. The guide rail is provided with two groups, which are respectively located on both sides of the connecting frame. The slider of the guide rail is connected to the connecting frame.

3. A plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The motor output shaft is provided with a sprocket 1, one end of the lead screw nut is provided with a sprocket 2, and a chain is provided between the sprocket 1 and the sprocket 2.

4. A plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plate aligning assembly includes two linear modules and two one-way clamps. The two one-way clamps are respectively installed on the sliders of the two linear modules. The two linear modules are connected end to end and can be wrapped around the outside of the carrier. The one-way clamps can be wrapped around the other two adjacent sides of the carrier.

5. A plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The one-way clamp includes a fixed plate and a movable plate. The movable plate is located on the inner side of the fixed plate. Several directional pins are provided on the side of the fixed plate close to the movable plate. The movable plate is plugged into the directional pins. A spring is provided at one end of the directional pin extending out of the movable plate.

6. The plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The process station includes a second lifting component and a second assembly platform driven to rise and fall by the second lifting component.

7. The plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: There is at least one group of process stations.

8. The plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The loading station includes a lifting component three and an assembly platform two driven to rise and fall by the lifting component three.

9. The plate loading and unloading machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The collaborative mechanism includes a manipulator and a manipulator fixture.