Orthogonal mechanical swing head

Through the spur gear and helical gear meshing transmission design, combined with horizontal and vertical drive devices, the problems of complex structure and insufficient precision of existing mechanical swing heads are solved, and high-precision and stable multi-degree-of-freedom rotation is achieved. It is suitable for complex workpiece processing in five-axis machine tools, robot arms and medical equipment.

CN223325890UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-12AQLES INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY (DONGGUAN) CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422758565.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-13
Publication Date
2025-09-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-13

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Technical Problem

The existing multi-degree-of-freedom mechanical swing head has a complex structure, high manufacturing cost, and insufficient precision and stability, and cannot meet the multi-angle processing needs of five-axis machine tools, robotic arms, medical equipment and other fields.

Method used

The meshing transmission design of spur gears and helical gears, combined with horizontal and vertical drive devices, realizes 360° rotation of the spindle head in both directions, and is precisely positioned by a grating scale displacement sensor.

Benefits of technology

It achieves high-precision and stable multi-degree-of-freedom rotation, meets the processing requirements of complex workpieces, and improves the versatility and adaptability of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an orthogonal mechanical swinging head, which relates to the technical field of machine tool processing, and comprises a shell, a main shaft swinging head is rotatably connected in the shell, the orthogonal mechanical swinging head further comprises a first driving device and a second driving device, the first driving device can drive the shell and the main shaft swinging head to integrally rotate by 360 degrees in the horizontal direction, and the second driving device can drive the shell and the main shaft swinging head to integrally rotate by 360 degrees in the horizontal direction. The second driving device can drive the main shaft swing head to rotate by 360 degrees in the vertical direction. According to the orthogonal mechanical swing head, meshing transmission of the straight gear and the bevel gear is adopted, and high precision and stability of the swing head in the rotating process are guaranteed. By accurately controlling the rotating speed and the rotating direction of the motor, accurate positioning and fine adjustment of the swing head can be achieved, so that the high-precision machining requirement of a complex workpiece is met, in addition, the swing head can rotate in the two vertical directions respectively, and the flexibility of the swing head is greatly improved. Due to the multi-degree-of-freedom rotation capability, the swing head can meet the machining requirements of various complex workpieces, and the universality and adaptability of equipment are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of machine tool processing, in particular to an orthogonal mechanical swing head. Background Art

[0002] In machining, automation equipment, and precision manufacturing, mechanical oscillating heads are key components for multi-angle machining and precise positioning of workpieces. Traditional mechanical oscillating heads are often limited to single-direction rotation, failing to meet the demands of complex workpiece machining. With technological advancements and the development of the manufacturing industry, the performance requirements for mechanical oscillating heads are becoming increasingly demanding. This is particularly true in applications such as five-axis machine tools, robotic arms, and medical equipment, which require oscillating heads capable of multi-degree-of-freedom rotation and high-precision positioning.

[0003] However, existing multi-degree-of-freedom mechanical pendulums are complex, costly to manufacture, and often suffer from issues like insufficient precision and poor stability. To address these issues, a simple, high-precision, and stable orthogonal mechanical pendulum is needed. This pendulum should be able to rotate 360° horizontally and 360° vertically to meet the demands of complex workpiece machining and precise positioning. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides an orthogonal mechanical swing head, which solves the problems raised by the above-mentioned background technology.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solutions: an orthogonal mechanical swing head, including a shell, the internal rotation of which is connected to a spindle swing head, and also including a first drive device and a second drive device. The first drive device can drive the shell and the spindle swing head as a whole to rotate 360° in the horizontal direction, and the second drive device can drive the spindle swing head to rotate 360° in the vertical direction.

[0006] Furthermore, the upper part of the shell is connected to a transmission main shaft, and the first driving device includes a driven spur gear, a No. 1 driving motor, and a driving spur gear. The driven spur gear is installed on the upper part of the transmission main shaft, and the driving spur gear is installed at the driving end of the No. 1 driving motor and meshes with the driven spur gear.

[0007] Furthermore, the external rotation of the transmission main shaft is connected to the No. 1 mounting seat, and the No. 1 driving motor is installed on the upper part of the No. 1 mounting seat.

[0008] Furthermore, the second driving device includes a driven helical gear, a second driving motor, and a driving helical gear. The driven helical gear is installed at the driven end of the main shaft swing head, and the driving helical gear is installed at the driving end of the second driving motor and meshes with the driven helical gear.

[0009] Furthermore, a second mounting seat is installed inside the shell, and the second drive motor is installed on the upper part of the second mounting seat.

[0010] Furthermore, a position feedback element is installed at the end of the spindle swing head, and the position feedback element is a grating scale displacement sensor.

[0011] Furthermore, a reserved cavity is provided at the bottom of the shell, and the spindle swing head moves inside the reserved cavity.

[0012] The utility model provides an orthogonal mechanical swing head. Compared with the existing technology, it has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] This orthogonal mechanical swing head utilizes a meshing transmission system of spur and helical gears, ensuring high precision and stability during rotation. Precise control of the motor's speed and direction enables precise positioning and fine-tuning of the swing head, meeting the high-precision machining requirements of complex workpieces. Furthermore, the ability to rotate in two perpendicular directions significantly enhances its flexibility. This multi-degree-of-freedom rotational capability enables the swing head to adapt to the machining needs of a wide variety of complex workpieces, improving the device's versatility and adaptability. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the split structure of the utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the engagement of the first master and driven gears of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the engagement of the second master and driven gears of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the rotation direction of the utility model.

[0019] In the figure: 1. Housing; 101. Reserved cavity; 2. Spindle swing head; 3. Transmission spindle; 4. Driven spur gear; 5. Drive motor No. 1; 6. Driving spur gear; 7. Driven helical gear; 8. Drive motor No. 2; 9. Driving helical gear; 10. Mounting seat No. 1; 11. Mounting seat No. 2; 12. Position feedback element. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] See also Figure 1-5 The utility model provides a technical solution: an orthogonal mechanical swing head. The orthogonal mechanical swing head refers to a mechanical structure in which the swing direction of the swing head mechanism is orthogonal (i.e., vertical) to a reference direction (such as the X-axis or Y-axis of the machine tool) when the swing head mechanism moves. This swing head structure has the characteristics of high precision, high stability and high flexibility, and can meet the needs of complex processing and precise positioning. It consists of a shell 1, a spindle swing head 2, a transmission spindle 3, a driven spur gear 4, a No. 1 drive motor 5, a driving spur gear 6, a driven helical gear 7, a No. 2 drive motor 8, a driving helical gear 9, a No. 1 mounting seat 10, a No. 2 mounting seat 11 and a position feedback element 12. A reserved cavity 101 is provided at the bottom of the shell 1. The spindle swing head 2 moves inside the reserved cavity 101. The transmission spindle 3 is connected to the upper part of the shell 1. The driven spur gear 4 is installed at the top of the transmission spindle 3. The No. 1 mounting seat 10 is installed on the outside of the transmission spindle 3, and the two can rotate relative to each other. The No. 1 drive motor 5 is installed on the No. 1 mounting seat 1 0, the driving spur gear 6 is installed on the driving end of the No. 1 driving motor 5, and the driving spur gear 6 is meshed with the driven spur gear 4. The combination of the driven spur gear 4, the No. 1 driving motor 5, and the driving spur gear 6 can drive the housing 1 and the main shaft swing head 2 to rotate 360° in the horizontal direction as a whole during operation. The No. 2 mounting seat 11 is installed inside the housing 1, the No. 2 driving motor 8 is installed on the upper part of the No. 2 mounting seat 11, the driving bevel gear 9 is installed at the driving end of the No. 2 driving motor 8, and the driven bevel gear 7 is installed at one end of the main shaft swing head 2. The driving bevel gear 9 is meshed with the driven bevel gear 7. The combination of the driven bevel gear 7, the No. 2 driving motor 8, and the driving bevel gear 9 can drive the main shaft swing head 2 to rotate 360° in the vertical direction;

[0022] In addition, the position feedback element 12 is installed at the other end of the spindle swing head 2, and is preferably a grating scale displacement sensor. The grating scale displacement sensor can detect the position and speed of the spindle swing head 2. It is an existing well-known technology and will not be described in detail here.

Claims

1. An orthogonal mechanical swing head, comprising a housing (1), wherein a spindle swing head (2) is rotatably connected to the interior of the housing (1), characterized in that: It also includes a first drive device and a second drive device, wherein the first drive device is capable of driving the housing (1) and the spindle swing head (2) as a whole to rotate 360° in the horizontal direction, and the second drive device is capable of driving the spindle swing head (2) to rotate 360° in the vertical direction.

2. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper portion of the housing (1) is connected to a transmission main shaft (3), and the first driving device comprises a driven spur gear (4), a first driving motor (5), and a driving spur gear (6). The driven spur gear (4) is mounted on the upper portion of the transmission main shaft (3), and the driving spur gear (6) is mounted on the driving end of the first driving motor (5) and meshes with the driven spur gear (4).

3. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 2, characterized in that: The transmission main shaft (3) is externally rotatably connected to a No. 1 mounting seat (10), and the No. 1 drive motor (5) is mounted on the upper portion of the No. 1 mounting seat (10).

4. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second driving device comprises a driven helical gear (7), a second driving motor (8), and a driving helical gear (9), wherein the driven helical gear (7) is mounted on the driven end of the main shaft swing head (2), and the driving helical gear (9) is mounted on the driving end of the second driving motor (8) and meshes with the driven helical gear (7).

5. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 4, characterized in that: A second mounting seat (11) is installed inside the housing (1), and the second drive motor (8) is installed on the upper part of the second mounting seat (11).

6. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 1, characterized in that: A position feedback element (12) is installed at the end of the spindle swing head (2), and the position feedback element (12) is a grating scale displacement sensor.

7. The orthogonal mechanical swing head according to claim 1, characterized in that: A reserved cavity (101) is provided at the bottom of the housing (1), and the spindle swing head (2) moves inside the reserved cavity (101).