Jig capable of realizing wireless communication and automatic production equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of jigs, in particular to a jig capable of realizing wireless communication and automatic production equipment. The jig capable of realizing wireless communication comprises an electric vacuum actuator, a vacuum module assembly, an IO (Input / Output) to 485 module and a Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) serial server, the electric vacuum actuator is connected with the vacuum module assembly and used for providing vacuum for the vacuum module assembly. The vacuum module assembly comprises a vacuum chuck which is used for adsorbing a product; the electric vacuum actuator is in communication connection with the IO-to-485 module, and the IO-to-485 module is in communication connection with the Wi-Fi serial server. The automatic production equipment comprises the jig capable of realizing wireless communication. According to the jig capable of achieving wireless communication and the automatic production equipment, manpower consumed for laying wire harnesses and air pipes can be saved, installation is more compact, the space occupied by the jig can be saved, long-distance transportation and control can be achieved, cyclic operation can be achieved, and the application occasion is wider.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of jigs, and in particular to a jig capable of realizing wireless communication and automated production equipment. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the manufacturing industry and the increasing degree of automation, the requirements for fixtures in all aspects are also getting higher and higher.

[0003] Existing jigs achieve communication operations through wiring harnesses and air supply operations through air pipes. Not only does it require manpower to lay the wiring harnesses and air pipes, but the presence of the wiring harnesses and air pipes also causes the jig to occupy a large space. In addition, due to the trouble with the wiring harnesses, existing jigs are difficult to transport and control over long distances, and it is difficult to achieve circular operations, and their use occasions are limited. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a fixture and automated production equipment that can realize wireless communication, so as to alleviate the technical problems of the fixtures in the prior art, such as being time-consuming and labor-intensive, wasting space, and being difficult to realize long-distance transportation and control.

[0005] The utility model provides a fixture capable of realizing wireless communication, which comprises an electric vacuum actuator, a vacuum module assembly, an IO to 485 module and a Wi-Fi serial port server.

[0006] The electric vacuum actuator is connected to the vacuum module assembly to provide vacuum for the vacuum module assembly; the vacuum module assembly includes a vacuum suction cup, which is used to adsorb products; the electric vacuum actuator is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module, and the IO to 485 module is communicatively connected to the Wi-Fi serial port server.

[0007] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the fixture capable of realizing wireless communication further includes a base and a shifting mechanism, the shifting mechanism is installed on the base, and the shifting mechanism is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module; the shifting mechanism is connected to the vacuum module assembly and can drive the vacuum module assembly to move between the working position and the standby position.

[0008] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the base is installed with a guide structure, and the guide structure cooperates with the vacuum module assembly to guide the vacuum module assembly to move along a specific direction.

[0009] Preferably, as an implementation method, the shifting mechanism includes a motor, a gear and a rack, the motor is installed on the base, and the motor is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module; the output shaft of the motor is coaxially fixed with the gear, the gear is engaged with the rack, the length direction of the rack is parallel to the guiding direction of the guide structure, and the rack is fixed to the vacuum module assembly.

[0010] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the gear is a helical gear, and the rack is a helical rack.

[0011] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the base is installed with a sensor, the sensor is used to sense the position of the vacuum module assembly, and the sensor is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module.

[0012] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the sensor includes a first proximity sensor and a second proximity sensor, the first proximity sensor is installed at a position of the base close to the working position, and can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly moves to the working position; the second proximity sensor is installed at a position of the base close to the standby position, and can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly moves to the standby position.

[0013] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, the base is installed with a limit member, and the limit member is used to limit the stroke of the vacuum module assembly.

[0014] Preferably, as an implementable embodiment, anti-collision blocks are installed at both ends of the base.

[0015] The utility model also provides an automated production device, which includes a fixture capable of realizing wireless communication.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0017] The utility model provides a fixture capable of wireless communication. A Wi-Fi serial port server can wirelessly receive control commands from a host computer. These control commands, after conversion by an IO-to-485 module, can control an electric vacuum actuator. The electric vacuum actuator can also transmit feedback signals to the IO-to-485 module. These feedback signals, after conversion by the IO-to-485 module, can be wirelessly transmitted by the Wi-Fi serial port server to the host computer. This allows wireless control of the electric vacuum actuator, eliminating the need for wiring harnesses used for communication. Upon receiving the operating command, the electric vacuum actuator utilizes electrical energy to generate a vacuum, which is then supplied to the vacuum module assembly. This enables the vacuum module assembly's vacuum cup to absorb the product using negative pressure, eliminating the need for air pipes.

[0018] Therefore, the fixture that can realize wireless communication provided by the utility model can save communication wiring harnesses and air supply pipes, thereby saving the manpower consumed in laying wiring harnesses and air pipes, and the installation is more compact, which can save the space occupied by the fixture; in addition, without the trouble of wiring harnesses, the fixture can be transported and controlled over long distances, and can realize circular operations, and has a wider range of usage occasions.

[0019] The automated production equipment provided in this embodiment includes the above-mentioned fixture capable of realizing wireless communication, and therefore has all the advantages of the above-mentioned fixture capable of realizing wireless communication, which will not be described in detail here. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without paying any creative work.

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a fixture capable of achieving wireless communication provided by an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Description of reference numerals:

[0023] 100-Electric vacuum actuator;

[0024] 200-vacuum module assembly; 210-vacuum suction cup;

[0025] 300-IO to 485 module;

[0026] 400-Wi-Fi serial port server;

[0027] 500-base; 510-anti-collision block;

[0028] 610-motor; 620-gear; 630-rack; 640-slider;

[0029] 700- slide rail;

[0030] 810 - first proximity sensor; 820 - second proximity sensor;

[0031] 900-Limiting parts. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] 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.

[0033] The present invention will be further described in detail below through specific implementation examples and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0034] See also Figure 1 This embodiment provides a fixture capable of wireless communication, which includes an electric vacuum actuator 100, a vacuum module assembly 200, an IO-to-485 module 300, and a Wi-Fi serial port server 400. The electric vacuum actuator 100 is connected to the vacuum module assembly 200 to provide vacuum for the vacuum module assembly 200. The vacuum module assembly 200 includes a vacuum suction cup 210, which is used to absorb products. The electric vacuum actuator 100 is communicatively connected to the IO-to-485 module 300, and the IO-to-485 module 300 is communicatively connected to the Wi-Fi serial port server 400.

[0035] This embodiment provides a fixture capable of wireless communication. The Wi-Fi serial port server 400 can wirelessly receive control commands from a host computer. These control commands, after conversion by the IO-to-485 module 300, can control the electric vacuum actuator 100. Furthermore, the electric vacuum actuator 100 can also transmit feedback signals to the IO-to-485 module 300. These feedback signals, after conversion by the IO-to-485 module 300, can be wirelessly transmitted by the Wi-Fi serial port server 400 to the host computer. This allows wireless control of the electric vacuum actuator 100, eliminating the need for communication wiring. Upon receiving the control command, the electric vacuum actuator 100 generates a vacuum using electrical energy and supplies the generated vacuum to the vacuum module assembly 200, enabling the vacuum cup 210 of the vacuum module assembly 200 to absorb the product using negative pressure, thus eliminating the need for air pipes.

[0036] Therefore, the fixture that can realize wireless communication provided by this embodiment can save communication wiring harnesses and air supply pipes, thereby saving the manpower consumed in laying wiring harnesses and air pipes, and the installation is more compact, which can save the space occupied by the fixture; in addition, without the trouble of wiring harnesses, the fixture can be transported and controlled over long distances, and can realize circular operations, and has a wider range of usage occasions.

[0037] In the specific structure of the fixture capable of wireless communication provided in this embodiment, a base 500 and a shifting mechanism can also be provided. The shifting mechanism is mounted on the base 500 and is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module 300. In this way, wireless control of the shifting mechanism can be achieved. The shifting mechanism is connected to the vacuum module assembly 200, and the shifting mechanism is used to drive the vacuum module assembly 200 to move between the working position and the standby position. After receiving a work instruction, the shifting mechanism can drive the vacuum module assembly 200 to move to the working position. The robotic arm moves the product to the vacuum suction cup 210 of the vacuum module assembly 200. The electric vacuum actuator 100 receives a signal and starts working, generating a vacuum to absorb the product. After the operation is completed, the shifting mechanism moves the vacuum module assembly 200 to the standby position.

[0038] Preferably, a guide structure can also be installed on the base 500. The guide structure cooperates with the vacuum module assembly 200 to guide the vacuum module assembly 200 in a specific direction. This can improve rigidity and make the vacuum module assembly 200 move more smoothly and reliably. Specifically, a slide rail 700 can be used as the guide structure. A slider 640 can be provided on the vacuum module assembly 200. The slider 640 and the slide rail 700 can be slidably engaged to guide the vacuum module assembly 200.

[0039] In the specific structure of the shifting mechanism, a motor 610, a gear 620 and a rack 630 can be provided. The motor 610 is installed on the base 500, the output shaft of the motor 610 is fixed coaxially with the gear 620, the gear 620 is meshed with the rack 630, and the length direction of the rack 630 is set to be parallel to the guide direction of the guide structure; the rack 630 is fixed to the vacuum module assembly 200, and the motor 610 is started to drive the gear 620 to rotate, and the rotation of the gear 620 can drive the rack 630 to move, and the movement of the rack 630 can enable the vacuum module assembly 200 to move along the length direction of the rack 630 under the guidance of the guide structure, thereby realizing the movement of the vacuum module assembly 200 between the working position and the avoidance position. The motor 610 is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module 300. After receiving a working instruction, the motor 610 can automatically run forward (or reverse) to drive the vacuum module assembly 200 to move toward the working position; after receiving a avoiding position instruction, the motor 610 can automatically run reverse (or forward) to drive the vacuum module assembly 200 to move toward the standby position.

[0040] Preferably, the gear 620 can be configured as a helical gear and the rack 630 can be configured as a helical rack, which can make the vacuum module assembly 200 move more smoothly, stably, reliably, with high precision of moving distance and low noise. Of course, it is also possible to use a spur gear and a spur rack.

[0041] A sensor may also be mounted on the base 500 to sense the position of the vacuum module assembly 200. The sensor is then communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module 300, allowing the sensor-sensed signal to be transmitted wirelessly to a host computer. The host computer can then send corresponding control instructions to the electric vacuum actuator 100 and motor 610 based on the position of the vacuum module assembly 200 sensed by the sensor, thereby controlling the electric vacuum actuator 100 and motor 610 to perform corresponding actions. When the sensor senses a signal indicating that the vacuum module assembly 200 has moved to the working position, the sensor transmits the signal to the host computer, which in turn controls the electric vacuum actuator 100 to start and the motor 610 to stop. When the sensor senses a signal indicating that the vacuum module assembly 200 has moved to the standby position, the sensor transmits the signal to the host computer, which in turn controls the motor 610 to stop, further enhancing the level of intelligence.

[0042] Specifically, the above-mentioned sensors may include a first proximity sensor 810 and a second proximity sensor 820. The first proximity sensor 810 is installed at a position close to the working position of the base 500, so that the first proximity sensor 810 can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly 200 moves to the working position. In this way, after receiving the trigger signal of the first proximity sensor 810, the upper computer can determine that the vacuum module assembly 200 has moved to the working position, and thus can make the next step instruction; accordingly, the second proximity sensor 820 can be installed at a position close to the standby position of the base 500, so that the second proximity sensor 820 can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly 200 moves to the standby position. In this way, after receiving the trigger signal of the second proximity sensor 820, the upper computer can determine that the vacuum module assembly 200 has moved to the standby position, and thus can make the next step instruction.

[0043] In addition, a limiter 900 may be installed on the base 500 to limit the travel of the vacuum module assembly 200, thereby preventing the vacuum module assembly 200 from moving beyond the specified travel and ensuring the safety of the fixture.

[0044] Specifically, two limit members 900 can be set, and the two limit members 900 can be installed at the two ends of the stroke of the vacuum module assembly 200 respectively, so that the two limit members 900 can block the vacuum module assembly 200 from the two ends of the stroke of the vacuum module assembly 200 respectively, so that the vacuum module assembly 200 cannot move beyond the specified stroke.

[0045] Anti-collision blocks 510 may be installed at both ends of the base 500 . When two or more wireless communication jigs are used at the same time, the anti-collision blocks 510 may prevent two adjacent bases 500 from colliding.

[0046] This embodiment also provides an automated production device, which includes the above-mentioned fixture capable of realizing wireless communication.

[0047] The automated production equipment provided in this embodiment includes the above-mentioned jig capable of wireless communication, and therefore has all the advantages of the above-mentioned jig capable of wireless communication. It can save communication wiring harnesses and air supply pipes, thereby saving the manpower consumed in laying wiring harnesses and air pipes, and can save the space occupied by the jig; in addition, without the trouble of wiring harnesses, the jig can be transported and controlled over long distances, can realize circular operations, and has a wider range of uses.

[0048] The specific structure of the automated production equipment provided in this embodiment may also include structures such as a connecting machine, a tray lifting module, an assembly line module, a carrier module, and a robot module.

[0049] In summary, the embodiments of the present invention disclose a jig and automated production equipment capable of wireless communication, which overcomes many technical deficiencies of conventional jigs. The jig and automated production equipment provided by the embodiments of the present invention can save on communication wiring harnesses and air supply pipes, thereby saving the manpower required to lay wiring harnesses and air pipes, and saving the space occupied by the jig. Furthermore, without the hassle of wiring harnesses, the jig can be transported and controlled over long distances, enabling cyclic operation and a wider range of applications.

[0050] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integral connection; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or 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.

[0051] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the above embodiments, or replace some or all of the technical features therein with equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A fixture capable of realizing wireless communication, characterized in that: It includes an electric vacuum actuator (100), a vacuum module assembly (200), an IO to 485 module (300) and a Wi-Fi serial port server (400); The electric vacuum actuator (100) is connected to the vacuum module assembly (200) and is used to provide vacuum for the vacuum module assembly (200); the vacuum module assembly (200) includes a vacuum suction cup (210), and the vacuum suction cup (210) is used to adsorb products; the electric vacuum actuator (100) is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module (300), and the IO to 485 module (300) is communicatively connected to the Wi-Fi serial port server (400).

2. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication further comprises a base (500) and a shifting mechanism, wherein the shifting mechanism is mounted on the base (500) and is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module (300); the shifting mechanism is connected to the vacuum module assembly (200) and is capable of driving the vacuum module assembly (200) to move between a working position and a standby position.

3. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base (500) is installed with a guide structure, and the guide structure cooperates with the vacuum module assembly (200) to guide the vacuum module assembly (200) to move along a specific direction.

4. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 3, characterized in that: The shifting mechanism includes a motor (610), a gear (620) and a rack (630), wherein the motor (610) is mounted on the base (500) and is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module (300); the output shaft of the motor (610) is coaxially fixed with the gear (620), the gear (620) is meshed with the rack (630), the length direction of the rack (630) is parallel to the guiding direction of the guide structure, and the rack (630) is fixed to the vacuum module assembly (200).

5. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 4, characterized in that: The gear (620) is a helical gear, and the rack (630) is a helical rack.

6. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base (500) is equipped with a sensor for sensing the position of the vacuum module assembly (200), and the sensor is communicatively connected to the IO to 485 module (300).

7. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sensor comprises a first proximity sensor (810) and a second proximity sensor (820), wherein the first proximity sensor (810) is installed at a position of the base (500) close to the working position and can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly (200) moves to the working position; and the second proximity sensor (820) is installed at a position of the base (500) close to the standby position and can be triggered when the vacuum module assembly (200) moves to the standby position.

8. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base (500) is installed with a limiting member (900), and the limiting member (900) is used to limit the travel of the vacuum module assembly (200).

9. The fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to any one of claims 2 to 8, characterized in that: Anti-collision blocks (510) are installed at both ends of the base (500).

10. An automated production equipment, characterized in that, A fixture capable of realizing wireless communication according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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