Tool changing and resetting mechanism of machine tool

By introducing a removable anti-slip layer and magnetic suction connection to the grab assembly of the tool change reset mechanism of the machine tool, the tool slip problem caused by wear is solved, and the stability and accuracy of the grab are achieved, and the service life of the equipment is extended.

CN223301335UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-05NINGBO RELISH ELECTRICAL TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422710983.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-07
Publication Date
2025-09-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-07

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

During long-term use of traditional robots, the tool slides down due to wear in the grabbing area, which affects the grasping accuracy and stability.

Method used

A removable anti-slip layer is introduced at the grab part of the grab assembly. A magnetic suction layer is provided on the anti-slip layer and magnetically connected to the grab assembly. It is equipped with an arc-shaped structure to fit the tool shape, combining the positioning slot and the guide structure to ensure stability and accuracy.

Benefits of technology

It realizes rapid replacement of anti-slip layer to prevent the tool from slipping, ensures that the robot maintains a high degree of stability and accuracy when grabbing the tool, and extends the service life of the tool change reset mechanism.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a machine tool tool changing reset mechanism, which relates to the field of machining industry, and comprises a machine tool main body frame provided with a manipulator and a tool magazine, the manipulator is internally and symmetrically connected with grabbing components for grabbing, one grabbing surface of each grabbing component is provided with an anti-skid layer with an arc-shaped structure for stabilizing, and the other grabbing surface of each grabbing component is provided with an anti-skid layer with an arc-shaped structure. The detachable anti-skid layer is introduced to the grabbing part of the grabbing assembly, the magnetic attraction layer is arranged on the anti-skid layer, the magnetic attraction state can be generated between the magnetic attraction layer and the grabbing assembly, and the anti-skid layer is assembled on the grabbing assembly, so that when the grabbing part is abraded due to long-term use, a new anti-skid layer can be rapidly and conveniently replaced; the anti-skid layer is provided with the arc-shaped structure attached to the shape of the cutter, so that the anti-skid layer can effectively prevent the cutter from slipping off, and it can be guaranteed that the mechanical arm always keeps high stability and accuracy when grabbing the cutter.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of mechanical processing industry, in particular to a tool changing and resetting mechanism for machine tools. Background Art

[0002] In the modern machining industry, the tool change and reset mechanism of machine tools is a key component to ensure production efficiency and machining accuracy. In the tool change process of machine tools, robots play a vital role, they need to accurately grasp and move the tools to achieve efficient automated processing.

[0003] This mechanism utilizes a high-precision positioning and resetting mechanism to ensure the robot accurately places the tool in the desired position and quickly repositions it during tool changes. However, with long-term use, especially when frequently performing tool gripping and movement operations, the gripping area of ​​traditional robots is susceptible to wear, leading to performance degradation. This wear not only affects the robot's gripping accuracy but can also cause the tool to slip. Therefore, a tool change resetting mechanism for machine tools was proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] In response to the deficiencies in the prior art, the utility model provides a tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool. A detachable anti-skid layer is introduced into the gripping part of the gripping assembly. A magnetic layer is provided on the anti-skid layer, which can generate a magnetic attraction state with the gripping assembly. The anti-skid layer is assembled on the gripping assembly, so that when the gripping part is worn due to long-term use, a new anti-skid layer can be quickly and conveniently replaced. The anti-skid layer has an arc structure that fits the shape of the tool, so that the anti-skid layer can not only effectively prevent the tool from slipping, but also ensure that the manipulator always maintains a high degree of stability and accuracy when gripping the tool.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention solves the problem of tool slipping due to wear of the gripping part in the tool changing and resetting mechanism of the machine tool through the following technical solutions.

[0006] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool comprises a main machine tool frame with a manipulator and a tool magazine. A grabbing assembly is symmetrically connected inside the manipulator for grabbing. An anti-slip layer with an arc-shaped structure is provided on one side of the grabbing assembly for stabilization. The grabbing assembly and the anti-slip layer are magnetically connected via a magnetic layer.

[0008] Preferably, a positioning plug-in is connected between the magnetic layer and the anti-slip layer, and a positioning slot is provided in the grabbing component, wherein the positioning plug-in and the magnetic layer are inserted into the positioning slot.

[0009] Preferably, the magnetic layer is tightly attached to the inner wall of the positioning slot and generates a magnetic attraction therewith.

[0010] Preferably, the initial gripping portion of the gripping assembly is movably mounted with a roller via a bearing.

[0011] Preferably, the upper and lower ends of the anti-slip layer are connected with clamping plates and are clamped outside the grabbing component.

[0012] Preferably, a guiding structure with a protective sleeve is provided at the front end of the grabbing assembly.

[0013] Preferably, the guide structure is constructed in a conical state with its tip facing outward.

[0014] Preferably, a connecting piece is connected to one end of the guiding structure facing the grabbing assembly, and a built-in connecting groove is provided on the grabbing assembly, and the built-in connecting groove allows the connecting piece to be threadedly rotated and connected therein.

[0015] Preferably, the front end of the built-in connecting groove is larger, and an insert is provided at one end of the guide structure facing the grabbing assembly and can be inserted into the front end of the built-in connecting groove.

[0016] Preferably, a bonding layer is glued on the insert and is bonded to the front end of the inner wall of the built-in connecting groove.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] The tool changing and resetting mechanism for machine tools provided in the present application introduces a removable anti-slip layer into the gripping part of the gripping component. The anti-slip layer is provided with a magnetic layer that can generate a magnetic attraction state with the gripping component, and is used to assemble the anti-slip layer on the gripping component, so that when the gripping part is worn due to long-term use, a new anti-slip layer can be quickly and conveniently replaced. The anti-slip layer has an arc structure that fits the shape of the tool, so that the anti-slip layer can not only effectively prevent the tool from slipping, but also ensure that the robot arm always maintains a high degree of stability and accuracy when gripping the tool.

[0019] The present application provides a positioning slot inside the gripping component, so that the positioning plug-in and the magnetic layer can be inserted into the positioning slot, and the magnetic layer fits tightly to the inner wall of the positioning slot and produces a magnetic state, thereby firmly connecting the anti-slip layer to the gripping component.

[0020] The present application sets up a guide structure, which is specially constructed into a conical state with its tip protruding outward. This design is intended to assist the tool to enter the grasping component accurately and correctly. The guide structure is connected with a connecting piece that can match the built-in connecting groove on the grasping component. This design not only achieves a firm connection between the guide structure and the grasping component, but also greatly facilitates the user to perform disassembly and assembly operations according to actual needs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the split overall structure of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the local structure of the manipulator, gripping components and anti-slip layer of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the partially disassembled structure of the manipulator, gripping assembly and anti-slip layer of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the split local structure of a single manipulator of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the split partial structure of the guide structure and the protective cover of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the partial structure of the manipulator of the present invention, viewed from above.

[0029] Explanation of the figure numbers: 1. Machine tool main frame; 101. Manipulator; 102. Tool magazine; 2. Grabbing assembly; 201. Positioning slot; 202. Built-in connecting slot; 203. Roller; 3. Anti-slip layer; 301. Positioning plug-in; 3001. Arc structure; 302. Magnetic layer; 303. Clamp; 4. Guide structure; 401. Connector; 402. Insert; 403. Lamination layer; 5. Protective cover. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The present invention is described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] The following description is intended to disclose the present invention so that those skilled in the art can implement the present invention. The preferred embodiments described below are for illustrative purposes only, and those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other obvious variations. The basic principles of the present invention as defined in the following description may be applied to other embodiments, variations, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0032] Those skilled in the art should understand that, in the disclosure of the present invention, the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "up", "down", "left", "right", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like to indicate directions or positions are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, which are merely simplified descriptions for the convenience of describing the present invention, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, the above terms should not be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0033] It is to be understood that the term "one" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element may be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the elements may be multiple, and the term "one" should not be understood as a limitation on the quantity. Example

[0034] See also Figure 1 - Figure 7 A tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool includes a machine tool main frame 1 having a manipulator 101 and a tool magazine 102. A grabbing component 2 is symmetrically connected inside the manipulator 101 for grabbing. An anti-slip layer 3 with an arc-shaped structure 3001 is provided on one side of the grabbing component 2 for stability. The grabbing component 2 and the anti-slip layer 3 are magnetically connected through a magnetic layer 302.

[0035] The tool changing and resetting mechanism of the machine tool of the present application is mainly composed of a main frame 1 of the machine tool, a manipulator 101, a tool magazine 102 and a key grasping component 2. The manipulator 101 and the tool magazine 102 are integrated on the main frame 1 of the machine tool to form a complete tool changing system. Among them, the grasping component 2, as the core part of the mechanism, undertakes the important task of accurately grasping and moving the tool. In order to ensure the stability and accuracy of the tool during the grasping process, an anti-slip layer 3 is specially provided on the grasping surface of the grasping component 2. The anti-slip layer 3 adopts an integrated rubber material design and has an arc structure 3001 that fits the shape of the tool. Its curvature matches the cylindrical radius of the tool and can fit tightly on the surface of the tool, thereby effectively preventing the tool from slipping during the grasping process. The grasping component The main part of 2 is made of rigid metal material to withstand various forces and torques during the grasping process. In order to facilitate subsequent disassembly and assembly operations, a magnetic layer 302 that can produce a magnetic attraction state with the grasping component 2 is designed to assemble the anti-slip layer 3 on the grasping component 2. This design makes it possible to quickly and conveniently replace the new anti-slip layer 3 when the grasping part is worn due to long-term use, thereby extending the service life of the entire tool changing and resetting mechanism. By introducing a removable anti-slip layer 3 in the grasping part of the grasping component 2, it is possible to quickly and conveniently replace the new anti-slip layer 3 when the grasping part is worn due to long-term use. The anti-slip layer 3 can not only effectively prevent the tool from slipping, but also ensure that the manipulator 101 always maintains a high degree of stability and accuracy when grasping the tool.

[0036] Working principle: During the tool changing process, the manipulator 101 first accurately grasps the tool through the grasping component 2 and the anti-slip layer 3. Then, the manipulator 101 moves the tool to the designated position of the tool magazine 102 according to the preset trajectory. After the tool replacement is completed, the manipulator 101 again grasps the old tool back to its original position through the grasping component 2 and the anti-slip layer 3 or discards it to the designated tool recycling area.

[0037] A positioning slot 201 and a positioning plug-in 301 are also provided in this application. The positioning plug-in 301 is fixedly connected between the magnetic layer 302 and the anti-slip layer 3. A positioning slot 201 is opened inside the grabbing component 2, so that the positioning plug-in 301 and the magnetic layer 302 can be inserted into the interior of the positioning slot 201, and the magnetic layer 302 fits tightly to the inner wall of the positioning slot 201 and produces a magnetic state, thereby firmly connecting the anti-slip layer 3 to the grabbing component 2.

[0038] A roller 203 is also provided in the present application, wherein the grabbing assembly 2 is installed in the manipulator 101 for directly grabbing the tool. The roller 203 is movably installed at the initial grabbing position of the grabbing assembly 2 through a bearing. When the manipulator 101 starts to grab the tool, the roller 203 can reduce the friction during the initial contact between the tool and the grabbing assembly 2, so that the tool can enter the grabbing position more smoothly and come into contact with the anti-slip layer 3.

[0039] A splint 303 is also provided in this application. The splint 303 is made of hard material and is fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the anti-slip layer 3. The splint 303 is clamped on the outside of the grabbing component 2 to further ensure the stability of the anti-slip layer 3 on the grabbing component 2 and prevent it from shifting during the process of grabbing the tool.

[0040] The present application also provides a guide structure 4, a connector 401 and a built-in connecting groove 202. The guide structure 4 is specially constructed in a conical state, with its tip protruding outward. This design is intended to assist the tool to enter the grasping component 2 accurately and without error. At one end of the guide structure 4 facing the grasping component 2, a connector 401 is fixedly connected. At the same time, a built-in connecting groove 202 is provided on the grasping component 2. The built-in connecting groove 202 matches the shape and size of the connector 401. Through the guide structure 4, the connector 401 can be threaded into the built-in connecting groove 202. This design not only achieves a firm connection between the guide structure 4 and the grasping component 2, but also greatly facilitates the user to perform disassembly and assembly operations according to actual needs.

[0041] A protective sleeve 5 is also provided in this application. The protective sleeve 5 is designed with rubber material. In order to protect the guide structure 4 from erosion and damage from the external environment, the protective sleeve 5 is sleeved on the tip of the guide structure 4 to play a role of isolation and protection.

[0042] An insert 402 and a bonding layer 403 are also provided in the present application, wherein the front end opening of the built-in connecting groove 202 is larger to better accommodate other components. At the end of the guide structure 4 facing the grabbing component 2, in addition to the connecting member 401, an insert 402 is also provided. When the connecting member 401 is brought into the built-in connecting groove 202 for connection by rotation, the insert 402 is also driven at the same time and inserted into the front end of the built-in connecting groove 202. In addition, a bonding layer 403 made of rubber is glued to the insert 402. This bonding layer 403 can fit tightly with the front end of the inner wall of the built-in connecting groove 202, thereby effectively improving the stability and sealing of the connection between the guide structure 4 and the grabbing component 2.

[0043] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are intended only as examples and do not limit the present invention. The objectives of the present invention have been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been demonstrated and illustrated in the embodiments. Any variations or modifications may be made to the embodiments of the present invention without departing from the principles described.

Claims

1. A tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool, characterized in that: The invention comprises a machine tool main frame (1) having a manipulator (101) and a tool magazine (102), wherein a gripping assembly (2) is symmetrically connected inside the manipulator (101) for gripping, an anti-slip layer (3) having an arc-shaped structure (3001) is provided on one side of the gripping assembly (2) for stabilization, and the gripping assembly (2) and the anti-slip layer (3) are magnetically connected via a magnetic layer (302).

2. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 1, wherein: A positioning plug-in (301) is connected between the magnetic attraction layer (302) and the anti-slip layer (3), and a positioning slot (201) is provided in the grabbing component (2), wherein the positioning plug-in (301) and the magnetic attraction layer (302) are inserted into the positioning slot (201).

3. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The magnetic attraction layer (302) is tightly attached to the inner wall of the positioning slot (201) and forms a magnetic attraction therewith.

4. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 1, wherein: The initial grasping portion of the grasping assembly (2) is movably mounted with a roller (203) via a bearing.

5. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper and lower ends of the anti-slip layer (3) are both connected to clamping plates (303) and are clamped outside the grabbing assembly (2).

6. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 5, characterized in that: A guide structure (4) with a protective sleeve (5) is provided at the front end of the grabbing component (2).

7. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 6, characterized in that: The guide structure (4) is constructed in a conical state with its tip facing outward.

8. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 6, characterized in that: One end of the guide structure (4) facing the grabbing assembly (2) is connected to a connecting piece (401), and a built-in connecting groove (202) is provided on the grabbing assembly (2), wherein the built-in connecting groove (202) allows the connecting piece (401) to be threadedly connected therein.

9. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 8, characterized in that: The front end of the built-in connection groove (202) is larger, and an insert (402) is provided at one end of the guide structure (4) facing the grabbing assembly (2) and can be inserted into the front end of the built-in connection groove (202).

10. The tool changing and resetting mechanism for a machine tool according to claim 9, characterized in that: The insert (402) is glued with a bonding layer (403) and is bonded to the front end of the inner wall of the built-in connection groove (202).