Flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism

Abstract

The utility model provides an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable, the flexible flat cable comprises a clamping end and a conductive end, and the automatic bending mechanism comprises a positioning mechanism which comprises a positioning plate used for positioning the conductive end and a first driver used for driving the positioning plate to move; the clamping mechanism comprises a clamping piece used for clamping the clamping end and a second driver used for driving the clamping piece to turn over so as to bend the clamping end; and the positioning mechanism is linked with the clamping mechanism. The automatic bending mechanism can greatly improve the machining efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automation, in particular to an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable. Background Art

[0002] The battery pack's flexible cable, an important data transmission cable, ensures stable data transmission between the mobile components and the motherboard. Made of a multi-layer flexible substrate, it can be bent and folded to adapt to various spatial layout requirements, and has excellent flexibility and durability. In existing technologies, flexible cables need to be manually bent to connect the mobile components and the motherboard, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the defect in the prior art that flexible flat cables need to be bent manually, which results in a time-consuming and labor-intensive production process, thereby providing an automatic bending mechanism for flexible flat cables that can significantly improve production efficiency.

[0004] To this end, the utility model provides an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable. The flexible flat cable includes a clamping end and a conductive end. The automatic bending mechanism includes: a positioning mechanism, including a positioning plate for positioning the conductive end and a first driver for driving the positioning plate to move; a clamping mechanism, including a clamping member for clamping the clamping end and a second driver for driving the clamping member to flip to bend the clamping end; the positioning mechanism is linked to the clamping mechanism.

[0005] Furthermore: a processing board is also included, the processing board includes an extension block, the flexible flat cable is located on the processing board, and the extension block is located between the clamping end and the conductive end.

[0006] Furthermore: it also includes a pressing mechanism, which includes a pressing block and a third driver that drives the pressing block to press the clamping end and the conductive end connection. The pressing block is located below the positioning plate, and the pressing block has an initial position away from the clamping end and the conductive end and a pressing position abutting the connection between the clamping end and the conductive end.

[0007] Furthermore: a moving mechanism for driving the movement of the positioning mechanism and the pressing mechanism is provided below the positioning mechanism and the pressing mechanism, and the moving mechanism includes a substrate, a moving plate and a fourth driver for driving the moving plate to move along the extension direction of the substrate. The positioning mechanism and the pressing mechanism are both provided on the moving plate.

[0008] Furthermore: the clamping member includes a first clamping rod and a second clamping rod, and the second driver can drive the first clamping rod and the second clamping rod to flip and bend the clamping ends.

[0009] Furthermore: an extension plate is provided between the second driver and the clamping mechanism, and a fifth driver for driving the extension plate to move longitudinally is connected to the side of the extension plate.

[0010] Furthermore: a shifting mechanism is provided below the clamping mechanism for driving the clamping mechanism to move in an oblique path.

[0011] Furthermore: the shifting mechanism includes a sixth driver for driving the clamping mechanism to move horizontally and a seventh driver for driving the clamping mechanism to move longitudinally.

[0012] Furthermore: a support plate is provided above the sixth driver, the clamping mechanism and the third driver are both provided on the support plate, a guide plate is connected below the support plate and the sixth driver, and the seventh driver is used to drive the guide plate to move longitudinally.

[0013] The technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0014] 1. The utility model provides an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable. Compared with the existing technology, the automatic bending mechanism can realize automatic bending of the flexible flat cable. During the processing, the first driver drives the positioning plate to move and press the positioning plate against the conductive end. Then, after the first driver completes the movement, it will emit sensing information to the second driver. The second driver will drive the clamping part to clamp the clamping end first, and then the second driver starts to rotate, thereby realizing the bending of the clamping end. Since the positioning plate fixes one side of the conductive end, when the second driver drives the clamping end to rotate, it can ensure that only the clamping end is rotated. This is superior to the existing technology, can quickly bend the clamping end, and adopts an automated form to process the clamping end, which can effectively improve production efficiency.

[0015] 2. The utility model provides an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable. An extension block is provided on the processing plate. When the first driver drives the positioning plate to press the conductive end, since the extension block is provided in the middle position between the clamping end and the conductive end, the clamping end at the other end of the conductive end will tilt upward, so that the clamping part will move toward the side close to the clamping end. Then the second driver starts to move again, driving the clamping end to bend. Through the provision of the extension block, the clamping end can tilt upward, thereby being clamped by the clamping part. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the automatic bending mechanism;

[0018] Figure 2 It is a structural relationship diagram between the processing plate and the clamping mechanism and positioning mechanism;

[0019] Figure 3 A diagram showing the positional relationship between the positioning mechanism and the pressing mechanism;

[0020] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the clamping mechanism;

[0021] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of another structure of the clamping mechanism.

[0022] Description of reference numerals:

[0023] 1. Clamping end; 11. Conductive end; 2. Positioning mechanism; 21. Positioning plate; 22. First driver; 3. Clamping mechanism; 31. Clamping member; 32. Second driver; 33. First clamping rod; 34. Second clamping rod; 4. Processing plate; 41. Extension block; 5. Pressing mechanism; 51. Pressing block; 52. Third driver; 6. Moving mechanism; 61. Base plate; 62. Moving plate; 63. Fourth driver; 7. Extension plate; 71. Fifth driver; 8. Shifting mechanism; 81. Sixth driver; 82. Seventh driver; 9. Support plate; 91. Guide plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following is a clear and complete description of the technical solution of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating positions or relationships, are based on the positions or relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, 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, electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In addition, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0028] Example

[0029] This embodiment provides an automatic bending mechanism for a flexible flat cable. The flexible flat cable includes a clamping end 1 and a conductive end 11. The automatic bending mechanism includes: a positioning mechanism 2, including a positioning plate 21 for positioning the conductive end 11 and a first driver 22 for driving the positioning plate 21 to move; a clamping mechanism 3, including a clamping member 31 for clamping the clamping end 1 and a second driver 32 for driving the clamping member 31 to flip to bend the clamping end 1; the positioning mechanism 2 is linked to the clamping mechanism 3.

[0030] The above specific improvements are: Figure 1 As shown, compared with the prior art, the automatic bending mechanism of the present invention can realize the automatic bending of the flexible cable. During the processing, the first driver 22 drives the positioning plate 21 to move downward and causes the positioning plate 21 to press the conductive end 11. Then, after the positioning plate 21 completes the movement, the first driver 22 will emit sensing information to the second driver 32. After receiving the sensing information, the second driver 32 will drive the clamping member 31 to clamp the clamping end 1 first, and then the second driver 32 starts to rotate, thereby realizing the bending of the clamping end 1. Since the positioning plate 21 fixes one side of the conductive end 11, the second driver 32 will drive the clamping member 31 to clamp the clamping end 1 first, and then the second driver 32 starts to rotate, thereby realizing the bending of the clamping end 1. When the dynamic clamping end 1 rotates, it can ensure that only the clamping end 1 is rotated, which is superior to the existing technology. The clamping end 1 can be bent quickly and the clamping end 1 can be processed in an automated form, which can effectively improve production efficiency. The first driver 22 can be a servo motor, and the second driver 32 can be a clamping cylinder. The servo motor and the clamping cylinder are both existing technologies and can be purchased directly when producing equipment. The communication connection between the servo motor and the clamping cylinder is existing technology. Technical personnel in the relevant field can set it according to common knowledge, and no further details will be written here.

[0031] On the basis of the above embodiment: a processing board 4 is further included, the processing board 4 includes an extension block 41 , the flexible flat cable is located on the processing board 4 , and the extension block 41 is located between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11 .

[0032] The above specific improvements are: Figure 2 、 Figure 3 As shown, an extension block 41 is provided on the processing plate 4. When the first driver 22 drives the positioning plate 21 to press the conductive end 11, since the extension block 41 is provided in the middle position between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11, the clamping end 1 at the other end of the conductive end 11 will be tilted upward, so that the clamping member 31 will move toward the side close to the clamping end 1, and then the second driver 32 starts to move again, driving the clamping end 1 to bend. Through the setting of the extension block 41, the clamping end 1 can be tilted upward, thereby facilitating the clamping of the clamping member 31.

[0033] On the basis of the above embodiment: a pressing mechanism 5 is also included, the pressing mechanism 5 includes a pressing block 51 and a third driver 52 that drives the pressing block 51 to press the connection between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11, the pressing block 51 is located below the positioning plate 21, and the pressing block 51 has an initial position away from the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11 and a pressing position abutting the connection between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11.

[0034] The above specific improvements are: Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, after the clamping end 1 is bent, in order to increase the crease between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11, the pressing block 51 is driven downward by the third driver 52 from the initial position to the pressing position. The pressing block 51 will press the crease between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11 to make the crease more obvious. The pressing block 51 in this embodiment can be made of silicone or rubber material. When pressing, it is ensured that the pressing block 51 has a certain elasticity, which can better protect the pressing block 51.

[0035] Based on the above embodiment: a moving mechanism 6 for driving the movement of the positioning mechanism 2 and the pressing mechanism 5 is arranged under the positioning mechanism 2 and the pressing mechanism 5, and the moving mechanism 6 includes a substrate 61, a moving plate 62 and a fourth driver 63 for driving the moving plate 62 to move along the extension direction of the substrate 61. The positioning mechanism 2 and the pressing mechanism 5 are both arranged on the moving plate 62.

[0036] The above specific improvements are: Figure 1 As shown, the moving mechanism 6 is used to drive the positioning mechanism 2 and the pressing mechanism 5 to move together, and the fourth driver 63 is used to drive the moving plate 62 to move along the setting direction of the base plate 61.

[0037] On the basis of the above embodiment: the clamping member 31 includes a first clamping rod 33 and a second clamping rod 34 , and the second driver 32 can drive the first clamping rod 33 and the second clamping rod 34 to flip and bend the clamping end 1 .

[0038] On the basis of the above embodiment: an extension plate 7 is provided between the second driver 32 and the clamping mechanism 3 , and a fifth driver 71 for driving the extension plate 7 to move longitudinally is connected to a side of the extension plate 7 .

[0039] On the basis of the above embodiment: a shifting mechanism 8 for driving the clamping mechanism 3 to move in an oblique path is further provided below the clamping mechanism 3 .

[0040] On the basis of the above embodiment: the shifting mechanism 8 includes a sixth driver 81 for driving the clamping mechanism 3 to move laterally and a seventh driver 82 for driving the clamping mechanism 3 to move longitudinally.

[0041] The above specific improvements are: Figure 1 、 Figure 4 as well as Figure 5 As shown, the clamping member 31 includes a first clamping rod 33 and a second clamping rod 34. When the clamping end 1 needs to be clamped, the fourth driver 63 drives the movable plate 62 to move toward the side close to the clamping end 1, and then the fifth driver 71 drives the extension plate 7 to drive the clamping member 31 to move downward through the extension plate 7. Then, in order to clamp the clamping end 1 of the flexible cable, the sixth driver 81 moves to the right, driving the clamping mechanism 3 to move to the right, and then the second driver 32 drives the first clamping rod 33 and the second clamping rod 34 to switch from the separated state to the closed state to clamp the clamping end 1. Then the second driver 32 rotates, driving the clamping end 1 to bend while the sixth driver 81 moves to the right. 81 and the seventh driver 82 drive the clamping member 31 and the second driver 32 to retreat toward the right rear, so that the connection between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11 is abutted against the side of the positioning plate 21. After abutting, the pressing block 51 moves downward from the initial position to the pressing position. The pressing block 51 will press the crease between the clamping end 1 and the conductive end 11 to make the crease more obvious. Then the second driver 32 drives the first clamping rod 33 and the second clamping rod 34 to switch from the closed state to the separated state, and then the seventh driver 82 drives the clamping mechanism 3 to retreat. Finally, the sixth driver 81 and the seventh driver 82 drive the clamping member 31 and the second driver 32 to retreat toward the left rear for resetting.

[0042] Based on the above embodiment: a support plate 9 is arranged above the sixth driver 81, the clamping mechanism and the third driver 52 are both arranged on the support plate 9, a guide plate 91 is connected below the support plate 9 and the sixth driver 81, and the seventh driver 82 is used to drive the guide plate 91 to move longitudinally.

[0043] The above-mentioned specific improvements are as follows: the sixth driver 81 drives the support plate 9 to move, the seventh driver 82 drives the guide plate 91 to move, and the sixth driver 81 and the support plate 9 are both located on the guide plate 91, so that when the seventh driver 82 moves, it can drive the guide plate 91 to move, thereby driving the sixth driver 81 and the support plate 9 to move, and the fifth driver 71, the extension plate 7, the clamping member 31 and the second driver are provided on the support plate 9, so that when the support plate 9 moves, it can simultaneously drive the extension plate 7, the clamping member 31 and the second driver to move.

[0044] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A flexible cable automatic bending mechanism, characterized by: The flexible flat cable includes a clamping end (1) and a conductive end (11), and the automatic bending mechanism includes: A positioning mechanism (2) comprising a positioning plate (21) for positioning the conductive end (11) and a first driver (22) for driving the positioning plate (21) to move; The clamping mechanism (3) comprises a clamping member (31) for clamping the clamping end (1) and a second driver (32) for driving the clamping member (31) to flip to bend the clamping end (1); the positioning mechanism (2) is linked to the clamping mechanism (3).

2. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a processing plate (4), the processing plate (4) includes an extension block (41), the flexible flat cable is located on the processing plate (4), and the extension block (41) is located between the clamping end (1) and the conductive end (11).

3. The automatic bending mechanism for flexible flat cables according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The invention also includes a pressing mechanism (5), wherein the pressing mechanism (5) includes a pressing block (51) and a third driver (52) for driving the pressing block (51) to press the connection between the clamping end (1) and the conductive end (11), wherein the pressing block (51) is located below the positioning plate (21), and the pressing block (51) has an initial position away from the clamping end (1) and the conductive end (11), and a pressing position abutting the connection between the clamping end (1) and the conductive end (11).

4. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: A moving mechanism (6) for driving the positioning mechanism (2) and the pressing mechanism (5) to move is provided below the positioning mechanism (2) and the pressing mechanism (5). The moving mechanism (6) comprises a base plate (61), a moving plate (62), and a fourth driver (63) for driving the moving plate (62) to move along the extension direction of the base plate (61). The positioning mechanism (2) and the pressing mechanism (5) are both provided on the moving plate (62).

5. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The clamping member (31) comprises a first clamping rod (33) and a second clamping rod (34), and the second driver (32) can drive the first clamping rod (33) and the second clamping rod (34) to flip and bend the clamping end (1).

6. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: An extension plate (7) is provided between the second driver (32) and the clamping mechanism (3), and a fifth driver (71) for driving the extension plate (7) to move longitudinally is connected to the side of the extension plate (7).

7. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: A shifting mechanism (8) is also provided below the clamping mechanism (3) for driving the clamping mechanism (3) to move in an oblique path.

8. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The shifting mechanism (8) comprises a sixth driver (81) for driving the clamping mechanism (3) to move laterally and a seventh driver (82) for driving the clamping mechanism (3) to move longitudinally.

9. The flexible flat cable automatic bending mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that: A support plate (9) is provided above the sixth driver (81), the clamping mechanism and the third driver (52) are both provided on the support plate (9), a guide plate (91) is connected below the support plate (9) and the sixth driver (81), and the seventh driver (82) is used to drive the guide plate (91) to move longitudinally.

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