Flaky material turnover mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flaky material turnover mechanism, and relates to the technical field of molds. The material taking assembly comprises a suction nozzle used for picking sheet materials, and the suction nozzle is arranged at one end of the material taking assembly. The lifting assembly is connected with the material taking assembly and used for driving the suction nozzle to be close to or away from the sheet materials. The driving assembly is connected with the lifting assembly through a rotating shaft and used for driving the suction nozzle to rotate around the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft is connected with the machine table through a bearing. Through automatic mechanical operation, quick and accurate picking and overturning of sheet materials are achieved, the problems of time consumption and insufficient precision in manual operation are solved, the assembly efficiency of a production line is remarkably improved, and the product reject ratio caused by human factors is reduced. By means of the structure of the turnover mechanism, direct participation of workers in the links of material taking, turnover and the like is reduced, the labor intensity of the workers is reduced, meanwhile, dependence on skilled workers is reduced, and optimization of the labor cost of enterprises and flexible coping with personnel changes are facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of molds, in particular to a sheet material turning mechanism. Background Art

[0002] In the existing electronic product assembly process, traditional manual operations rely on tweezers to clamp tiny and thin panel components for spot welding. This is not only inefficient, but also easily leads to damage to the copper sheets due to limited operating precision, directly affecting product quality and increasing the defective product rate.

[0003] At the same time, since most incoming materials are in bulk and lack orderly arrangement and positioning, manual labor consumes a lot of time in the sorting and material retrieval process, further reducing the overall assembly efficiency of the production line. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve at least one of the above technical problems, the utility model provides a sheet material turning mechanism.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of the present application adopt the following technical solutions:

[0006] The utility model provides a sheet material turning mechanism, comprising:

[0007] A material picking assembly, the material picking assembly comprising a suction nozzle for picking up sheet materials, the suction nozzle being arranged at one end of the material picking assembly;

[0008] A lifting assembly, the lifting assembly being connected to the material taking assembly and being used to drive the suction nozzle toward or away from the sheet material;

[0009] A driving assembly is connected to the lifting assembly through a rotating shaft, and is used to drive the suction nozzle to rotate around the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft is connected to the machine through a bearing.

[0010] In a possible implementation of the present application, the material taking assembly further includes a negative pressure generator, which is connected to the suction nozzle.

[0011] In a possible implementation of the present application, the lifting assembly includes a slide cylinder, and the slide cylinder is connected to the material taking assembly.

[0012] In a possible implementation of the present application, the lifting assembly further includes a connecting member, which is respectively connected to the slide cylinder and the rotating shaft.

[0013] In a possible implementation of the present application, the driving assembly includes a rotary cylinder connected to the rotating shaft.

[0014] In a possible implementation of the present application, a bump is provided on the rotating shaft, and the driving assembly includes a buffer member adapted to the bump.

[0015] In a possible implementation of the present application, a plurality of the lifting assemblies are provided on the rotating shaft.

[0016] In a possible implementation of the present application, the machine further includes a first platform and a second platform, the bearing is provided on the first platform, and a carrier belt is provided on the second platform.

[0017] In a possible implementation of the present application, the first platform is higher than the second platform.

[0018] In a possible implementation of the present application, a feeder is further included, and the feeder is connected to the carrier belt.

[0019] Compared to existing technologies, the sheet material turning mechanism of the present invention achieves rapid and accurate picking and turning of sheet materials through automated mechanical operation, avoiding the time-consuming and inaccurate manual operations, significantly improving assembly efficiency on the production line, and reducing product defect rates due to human factors. The turning mechanism's design reduces direct human involvement in material removal and turning, lowering worker workload and reliance on skilled labor, thus optimizing a company's labor costs and flexibly responding to personnel changes. The suction nozzle design within the mechanism accommodates sheet materials of varying sizes and shapes, and the rotation angle is not limited to 180°; it can be adjusted to meet actual production needs, demonstrating excellent flexibility and scalability, facilitating rapid switching and adjustment between different production lines or products. The mechanized turning process avoids potential copper sheet damage and other issues associated with manual operation, ensuring product integrity and consistency, and enhancing the quality of the final product. As part of an automated production line, the turning mechanism seamlessly integrates with other automated equipment, further optimizing and integrating production processes and improving the synergy and efficiency of the entire production system. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the embodiments of the present application will be described below.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a sheet material turning mechanism provided by the utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is another structural schematic diagram of a sheet material turning mechanism provided by the utility model;

[0023] Figure 3This is another structural diagram of a sheet material turning mechanism provided by the utility model.

[0024] Description of reference numerals:

[0025] 1. Machine; 10. Material picking assembly; 110. Suction nozzle; 120. Negative pressure generator; 20. Lifting assembly; 210. Slide cylinder; 220. Connector; 30. Drive assembly; 310. Rotating shaft; 320. Bearing; 330. Rotating cylinder; 340. Bump; 350. Buffer; 40. First platform; 50. Second platform; 510. Carrying belt; 60. Feeder. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention 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 the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0027] The terms "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present invention are only used to distinguish related technical features and do not indicate a sequential order. It should be understood that the numbers used in this way can be interchanged where appropriate to facilitate the embodiments of the present application described herein. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatuses.

[0028] In this application, terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "back" indicate positions or locations based on the positions or locations shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily intended to better describe this application and its embodiments and are not intended to limit the devices, elements, or components indicated to having a specific orientation, or to being constructed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0029] Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to express other meanings besides indicating a position or location. For example, the term "on" may also be used to indicate a dependency or connection in certain circumstances. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] The utility model provides a sheet material flipping mechanism that, through automated mechanical operation, enables rapid and accurate picking and flipping of sheet materials, avoiding the time consumption and lack of precision in manual operation, significantly improving the assembly efficiency of the production line, and reducing the product defect rate caused by human factors. The structure of the flipping mechanism reduces the direct involvement of human beings in the material picking and flipping process, reducing the labor intensity of workers and also reducing the dependence on skilled workers, which is conducive to optimizing the company's labor costs and flexibly responding to personnel changes. The suction nozzle design in the mechanism can adapt to sheet materials of different sizes and shapes, and the rotation angle is not limited to 180°. It can be adjusted according to actual production needs, showing good flexibility and scalability, and facilitating rapid switching and adjustment between different production lines or products. The mechanized flipping process avoids problems such as copper sheet damage that may be caused by manual operation, ensuring the integrity and consistency of the product, and improving the quality level of the final product. As part of an automated production line, the flipping mechanism can seamlessly connect with other automated equipment to further optimize and integrate the production process, improving the coordination and efficiency of the entire production system. Example

[0031] The present invention provides a sheet material turning mechanism. Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the material picking component 10 includes a suction nozzle 110 for picking up sheet materials, and the suction nozzle 110 is arranged at one end of the material picking component 10; a lifting component 20, the lifting component 20 is connected to the material picking component 10, and is used to drive the suction nozzle 110 to move closer to or away from the sheet material; a driving component 30, the driving component 30 is connected to the lifting component 20 through a rotating shaft 310, and is used to drive the suction nozzle 110 to rotate around the rotating shaft 310, and the rotating shaft 310 is connected to the machine 1 through a bearing 320.

[0032] As can be understood, the drive assembly 30 can rotate so that the suction nozzle 110 faces the sheet material to be picked up, and then the lifting assembly 20 drives the material picking assembly 10 to the material picking position. After the suction nozzle 110 firmly sucks the sheet material, the drive assembly 30 drives the suction nozzle 110 to rotate around the rotation axis 310. After rotating 180 degrees, the sheet material is processed for the next step or removed. This flip mechanism is easy to debug, facilitates rapid line change, realizes automation, reduces manual picking and placing, and improves assembly efficiency.

[0033] Of course, such a sheet material flipping mechanism can not only flip copper sheets, but also flip other similar material elements, and the rotation angle is not limited to 180°.

[0034] like Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, more specifically, the material picking assembly 10 may also include a negative pressure generator 120, which is connected to the suction nozzle 110. The negative pressure generator 120 is tightly connected to the suction nozzle 110 and functions to generate a stable negative pressure environment. This negative pressure acts on the sheet material through the suction nozzle 110, ensuring secure suction and pickup of the material. When the material picking assembly 10 is in operation, the negative pressure generator 120 activates, generating sufficient negative pressure through the airway within the suction nozzle 110, enabling the suction nozzle 110 to quickly and securely capture the sheet material upon contact. This non-contact pickup method not only avoids the potential material damage caused by traditional mechanical clamping but also improves the accuracy and reliability of pickup. Furthermore, the connection between the negative pressure generator 120 and the suction nozzle 110 ensures the continuity and stability of the negative pressure, ensuring that the sheet material is securely held against the suction nozzle 110, even during rapid movement or flipping. This improves the efficiency and safety of the flipping mechanism.

[0035] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the lifting assembly 20 includes a slide cylinder 210, which is connected to the material taking assembly 10. More specifically, the lifting assembly 20 also includes a connecting member 220, which is connected to the slide cylinder 210 and the rotating shaft 310 respectively.

[0036] In this way, the slide cylinder 210 is introduced as an important driving element, and the slide cylinder 210, the material picking assembly 10 and the rotating shaft 310 are cleverly connected via the connecting member 220. This structure not only ensures the smoothness and accuracy of the lifting action, but also enhances the stability and reliability of the entire turning mechanism. The slide cylinder 210 serves as the main power source of the lifting assembly 20 and has the advantages of high precision, high speed and long life. It can accurately control the stroke and speed according to the control signal to achieve the vertical lifting movement of the material picking assembly 10. During the lifting process, the stability of the slide cylinder 210 ensures the stability of the sheet material during the picking and placing process, avoiding material damage or positional displacement caused by vibration or impact. The connecting member 220 acts as a bridge, with one end of it connected to the piston rod or fixed part of the slide cylinder 210 and the other end connected to the material picking assembly 10 or the rotating shaft 310. The design of the connector 220 allows for flexible adjustment of the relative position between the retrieving assembly 10 and the slide cylinder 210 to accommodate sheet materials of varying sizes and shapes. Furthermore, the connector 220 possesses a certain degree of rigidity and strength, capable of withstanding the forces and moments generated during the lifting process, ensuring stable operation of the flip mechanism.

[0037] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the driving assembly 30 includes a rotary cylinder 330 , which is connected to the rotating shaft 310 .

[0038] Specifically, the rotating shaft 310 may be provided with a protrusion 340, and the driving assembly 30 may include a buffer 350 adapted to the protrusion 340. The buffer 350 may be a hydraulic buffer. More specifically, the rotating shaft 310 may be provided with multiple lifting assemblies 20. It is understood that multiple material picking assemblies 10 may be provided on a single rotating shaft 310, that is, multiple suction nozzles 110 may be provided on a single rotating shaft 310.

[0039] In this way, the rotating cylinder 330 serves as the main power source and realizes the rotation of the suction nozzle 110 through the connection with the rotating shaft 310. This not only simplifies the mechanical structure, but also improves the accuracy and stability of the rotation. The specially arranged protrusion 340 on the rotating shaft 310 is an important structural detail, which is adapted to the buffer 350 (such as a hydraulic buffer) in the drive assembly 30. When the rotating cylinder 330 drives the rotating shaft 310 to rotate at high speed, the protrusion 340 will periodically contact and separate with the buffer 350, thereby reducing the impact and vibration during the rotation process. With its excellent cushioning performance and durability, the hydraulic buffer can effectively absorb and disperse the impact energy, protect mechanical components from damage, and reduce the impact of noise and vibration on the production environment.

[0040] Multiple lifting assemblies 20 are mounted on the rotating shaft 310, each connected to a material removal assembly 10, specifically multiple suction nozzles 110. This design significantly improves the efficiency of the turnover mechanism, enabling the simultaneous processing of multiple sheet materials within a single rotation cycle. The simultaneous operation of multiple suction nozzles 110 not only shortens production cycles but also reduces material change time, further enhancing the automation level and overall efficiency of the production line.

[0041] like Figure 1 As shown, the machine 1 also includes a first platform 40 and a second platform 50. The bearing 320 is mounted on the first platform 40, and a carrier belt 510 is mounted on the second platform 50. More specifically, the first platform 40 is higher than the second platform 50. This ensures that the carrier belt discharges materials in a uniform direction, facilitating subsequent material removal and assembly.

[0042] In this way, the first platform 40 and the second platform 50 are introduced into the overall structure of the machine 1, and the bearing 320 and the carrier belt 510 are cleverly arranged on the two platforms respectively, which greatly optimizes the workflow and efficiency of the turning mechanism.

[0043] First, the bearing 320 is mounted on the first platform 40. This structure ensures stable operation of the rotating shaft 310 and its connected drive assembly 30 and lifting assembly 20, while also facilitating maintenance and adjustment. The height of the first platform 40 is typically set based on operator comfort and the spatial layout of the equipment, ensuring smooth and unobstructed operation of the entire tilting mechanism.

[0044] Secondly, a carrier belt 510 is installed on the second platform 50, which makes the supply and collection of sheet materials more orderly and efficient. The carrier belt 510 typically has a continuous conveying capacity, automatically transporting sheet materials from one end to the other, stopping at a predetermined position for the material removal assembly 10 to pick up. By placing the carrier belt 510 on the second platform 50, which is lower than the first platform 40, the discharge direction of the loaded materials is ensured to be uniform and stable, facilitating the subsequent material removal and assembly operations.

[0045] More specifically, the first platform 40 is positioned higher than the second platform 50. This height difference not only helps to unify the loading and unloading directions of the materials, but also reduces vibration and displacement of the sheet materials during transportation, improving the accuracy and stability of the material removal process. Furthermore, it also makes the overall structure of the turnover mechanism more compact and reasonable, which helps save production space and improve production efficiency.

[0046] like Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a feeder 60, which is connected to the carrier belt 510. More specifically, the feeder 60 may be a feeder. When the feeder 60 is in the form of a feeder. As a commonly used feeding device in surface mount technology, the feeder is efficient, stable and reliable. It can automatically take out the sheet material from the material tray according to the preset program and parameters, and arrange it on the carrier belt 510 in a certain direction and spacing. This automated feeding method not only improves production efficiency, but also reduces the possibility of manual intervention and errors. By connecting the feeder to the carrier belt 510, we have realized a complete sheet material supply system. The feeder is responsible for taking the sheet material from the material tray and arranging it on the carrier belt 510, while the carrier belt 510 is responsible for transporting these materials to the flipping mechanism for flipping and assembly. This not only simplifies the production process, but also improves the overall automation and flexibility of the production line.

[0047] Compared to the prior art, the sheet material turning mechanism provided by the present invention, through automated mechanical operation, enables rapid and accurate picking and turning of sheet materials, avoiding the time-consuming and inaccurate manual operations. This significantly improves production line assembly efficiency and reduces product defect rates due to human factors. The turning mechanism's design reduces direct human involvement in material removal and turning, lowering worker workload and reliance on skilled labor. This helps optimize a company's labor costs and flexibly respond to personnel changes. The suction nozzle design accommodates sheet materials of varying sizes and shapes, and the rotation angle is not limited to 180°; it can be adjusted based on actual production needs, demonstrating excellent flexibility and scalability, facilitating rapid switching and adjustment between different production lines or products. The mechanized turning process avoids issues such as copper sheet damage that can occur with manual operation, ensuring product integrity and consistency, and enhancing the quality of the final product. As part of an automated production line, the turning mechanism seamlessly integrates with other automated equipment, further optimizing and integrating production processes and improving the synergy and efficiency of the entire production system.

[0048] The above are only preferred specific implementation methods of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited to this. Any changes or replacements that can be easily thought of by any technician familiar with this technical field within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sheet material turning mechanism, comprising a machine platform (1), characterized in that: The machine (1) comprises: A material picking assembly (10), the material picking assembly (10) comprising a suction nozzle (110) for picking up sheet materials, the suction nozzle (110) being arranged at one end of the material picking assembly (10); a lifting assembly (20), the lifting assembly (20) being connected to the material taking assembly (10) and being used to drive the suction nozzle (110) to move closer to or away from the sheet material; A driving assembly (30) is connected to the lifting assembly (20) via a rotating shaft (310) and is used to drive the suction nozzle (110) to rotate around the rotating shaft (310). The rotating shaft (310) is connected to the machine (1) via a bearing (320).

2. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material taking component (10) further comprises a negative pressure generator (120), and the negative pressure generator (120) is connected to the suction nozzle (110).

3. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting assembly (20) comprises a slide cylinder (210), and the slide cylinder (210) is connected to the material taking assembly (10).

4. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lifting assembly (20) further includes a connecting member (220), and the connecting member (220) is respectively connected to the slide cylinder (210) and the rotating shaft (310).

5. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving assembly (30) includes a rotary cylinder (330), and the rotary cylinder (330) is connected to the rotating shaft (310).

6. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: A convex block (340) is provided on the rotating shaft (310), and the driving assembly (30) includes a buffer member (350) adapted to the convex block (340).

7. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of lifting assemblies (20) are arranged on the rotating shaft (310).

8. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The machine (1) further comprises a first platform (40) and a second platform (50), the bearing (320) is arranged on the first platform (40), and a carrying belt (510) is arranged on the second platform (50).

9. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first platform (40) is higher than the second platform (50).

10. The sheet material turning mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that: It also includes a feeder (60), and the feeder (60) is connected to the carrier belt (510).

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