Optical lens drying device

Abstract

The optical lens drying device comprises a main body mechanism, a fixing assembly, an air blowing mechanism and a wiping mechanism, the main body mechanism comprises a box body and a supporting plate, the supporting plate is arranged in the box body, and a groove is formed in the supporting plate; the fixing assembly is arranged in the groove and is used for fixing the lens; an outlet of the air blowing mechanism is communicated with the inner cavity of the box body and is used for blowing hot air towards the lens; the wiping mechanism comprises a wiping plate, a first driving assembly and a second driving assembly which are arranged in the box body, the first driving assembly is used for driving the wiping plate to ascend and descend, and the second driving assembly is used for driving the wiping plate to rotate. The hot air is used for accelerating evaporation of moisture on the surface of the lens and improving the drying efficiency, the wiping mechanism can remove residual moisture and stains on the surface of the lens, the lens is cleaner and more transparent, and the drying efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of optical lens processing, and in particular to an optical lens drying device. Background Art

[0002] Optical glass is a mixture of high-purity oxides of silicon, boron, sodium, potassium, zinc, lead, magnesium, calcium, and barium, mixed according to a specific formula. It is melted in a platinum crucible at high temperature and stirred using ultrasound to remove bubbles. The glass is then slowly cooled over a long period of time to prevent internal stress. The cooled glass is then measured with optical instruments to verify its purity, transparency, uniformity, refractive index, and dispersion. Qualified glass blocks are then heated and forged to form optical lens blanks. Optical lenses are then processed from optical glass.

[0003] In the related art, a drying device for optical lenses is proposed, which includes a box and a hot air blower. A spring is provided at the bottom of the box, a support column is provided above the spring, a filter is provided between the support columns, and a fixing part is provided on the inner side of the support column. The hot air blower is installed on the top of the box, and the hot air blower is connected to a diversion pipe through a pipeline. The diversion pipe is provided with an air outlet, and a vent is provided in the middle of the bottom of the box.

[0004] The above-mentioned related technologies have the following defects: relying solely on the hot air generated by the hot air blower for drying not only has a low drying efficiency, but also easily leaves water marks on the lenses after drying, which requires manual wiping, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to overcome the above technical deficiencies and propose an optical lens drying device to solve the technical problems of low drying efficiency and poor lens cleanliness in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above technical objectives, the technical solution of the present application provides an optical lens drying device, comprising a main body mechanism, the main body mechanism comprising a box body and a support plate, the support plate being arranged in the box body and having a groove formed on the support plate;

[0007] A fixing assembly, which is disposed in the groove and is used to fix the lens;

[0008] an air blowing mechanism, wherein the outlet of the air blowing mechanism is connected to the inner cavity of the box body and is used to blow hot air toward the lens; and

[0009] The wiping mechanism includes a wiping plate, a first driving assembly and a second driving assembly arranged in the box body. The first driving assembly is used to drive the wiping plate to rise and fall, and the second driving assembly is used to drive the wiping plate to rotate.

[0010] In some embodiments, the fixing assembly includes a plurality of symmetrically distributed clamps slidably connected to the groove, and a spring is provided between the clamps and the inner wall of the groove. One end of the spring is connected to the clamp, and the other end of the spring is connected to the inner wall of the groove. The spring is in a compressed state, and the spring causes the clamp to tend to slide away from the inner wall of the groove.

[0011] In some embodiments, a buffer layer is provided on each side of the plurality of splints that are close to each other.

[0012] In some embodiments, the blowing mechanism includes a hot air blower, a main pipe, a branch pipe and an exhaust pipe arranged in the box body. The outlet of the hot air blower is connected to the inlet of the main pipe, and the outlet of the main pipe is simultaneously connected to the inlets of multiple branch pipes. The outlet of the branch pipe faces the lens, and the exhaust pipe is arranged on one side of the bottom of the box body.

[0013] In some embodiments, a filter is provided at the outlet of the branch pipe.

[0014] In some embodiments, the wiping plate includes a plate body and a cloth body, the plate body is arranged at the end of the branch pipe, the cloth body is arranged at the bottom of the plate body, an air guide cavity is provided in the plate body, the outlet of the branch pipe is connected to the inlet of the air guide cavity, and the outlet of the air guide cavity faces the cloth body.

[0015] In some embodiments, the branch pipe includes a first pipe body and a second pipe body, the first pipe body is arranged on the main pipe, and the second pipe body is slidably connected to the first pipe body along the length direction of the first pipe body. The first drive component includes an electric push rod arranged on the first pipe body, and the output shaft of the electric push rod is connected to the second pipe body.

[0016] In some embodiments, the plate is rotatably connected to the second rod, the second driving assembly includes a power assembly and a transmission assembly, the power assembly includes a motor provided on the second rod, and a driving gear is provided on the output shaft of the motor.

[0017] In some embodiments, the transmission assembly includes a driven gear disposed on a plate and meshing with a driving gear.

[0018] In some embodiments, a waterproof layer is provided on the outer sides of the driving gear and the driven gear.

[0019] Compared with the existing technology, the beneficial effects of the present application include: after the blowing mechanism is started, the external air is heated and hot air is blown out, and the hot air is blown toward the surface of the lens. The function of the hot air is to accelerate the evaporation of moisture on the surface of the lens and improve the drying efficiency. The wiping mechanism can remove residual moisture and stains on the surface of the lens, making the lens cleaner and more transparent, thereby improving the drying efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the drying device provided in this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This application provides Figure 1 A magnified view of the structure at center A;

[0022] Figure 3 This application provides Figure 1 A magnified view of the structure at B in the middle.

[0023] Description of reference numerals:

[0024] 1. Main body; 11. Box body; 12. Support plate; 13. Groove; 2. Fixing assembly; 21. Clamp; 22. Spring; 23. Buffer layer; 3. Blowing mechanism; 31. Hot air blower; 32. Main pipe; 33. Branch pipe; 331. First pipe body; 332. Second pipe body; 34. Filter; 35. Exhaust duct; 4. Wiping mechanism; 41. Wiping plate; 411. Plate body; 412. Cloth body; 413. Air guide chamber; 5. First drive assembly; 51. Electric push rod; 6. Second drive assembly; 61. Power assembly; 611. Motor; 612. Driving gear; 62. Transmission assembly; 621. Driven gear. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clear, the following further describes this application in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application.

[0026] The present application provides an optical lens drying device, the structure of which is as follows: Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, it includes a main body mechanism 1, the main body mechanism 1 includes a box body 11 and a support plate 12, the support plate 12 is arranged in the box body 11, and a groove 13 is provided on the support plate 12;

[0027] A fixing component 2, which is disposed in the groove 13 and is used to fix the lens;

[0028] an air blowing mechanism 3, the outlet of which is in communication with the inner cavity of the box body 11 and is used to blow hot air toward the lens; and

[0029] The wiping mechanism 4 includes a wiping plate 41, a first driving assembly 5 and a second driving assembly 6 arranged in the box body 11. The first driving assembly 5 is used to drive the wiping plate 41 to rise and fall, and the second driving assembly 6 is used to drive the wiping plate 41 to rotate.

[0030] During use, the grooves 13 on the support plate 12 and the fixing assembly 2 ensure that the lens remains in a stable position during the drying process, preventing movement or shaking. Once activated, the air blowing mechanism 3 heats the external air and blows out hot air, which is then blown toward the lens surface. The hot air accelerates the evaporation of moisture from the lens surface, improving drying efficiency. When the lens needs to be wiped, the first drive assembly 5 lowers the wiping plate 41 to a position that makes contact with the lens; after wiping is complete, the first drive assembly 5 raises the wiping plate 41 away from the lens. During the wiping process, the second drive assembly 6 rotates the wiping plate 41 to expand the wiping area and improve the wiping effect.

[0031] In this application, after the blowing mechanism 3 is started, the external air is heated and hot air is blown out, and the hot air is blown toward the surface of the lens. The function of the hot air is to accelerate the evaporation of moisture on the surface of the lens and improve the drying efficiency. The wiping mechanism 4 can remove residual moisture and stains on the surface of the lens, making the lens cleaner and more transparent, thereby improving the drying efficiency.

[0032] To secure the lens, refer to Figure 1 In a preferred embodiment, the fixing assembly 2 includes a plurality of symmetrically distributed clamps 21 slidably connected to the groove 13, and a spring 22 is provided between the clamp 21 and the inner wall of the groove 13. One end of the spring 22 is connected to the clamp 21, and the other end of the spring 22 is connected to the inner wall of the groove 13. The spring 22 is in a compressed state, and the spring 22 causes the clamp 21 to have a tendency to slide away from the inner wall of the groove 13.

[0033] During use, when an optical lens is placed in the groove 13 of the support plate 12, the lens contacts the clamping plate 21, exerting a force on the clamping plate 21 toward the inner wall of the groove 13. Under the pressure of the lens, the clamping plate 21 overcomes the elastic force of the spring 22 and slides toward the inner wall of the groove 13. At this time, the spring 22 is further compressed. As the clamping plate 21 slides toward the inner wall of the groove 13, the compression of the spring 22 increases, and the spring 22 generates a reaction force on the clamping plate 21. This reaction force causes the clamping plate 21 to slide away from the inner wall of the groove 13. When the lens is fully placed in the groove 13, the reaction force of the spring 22 acts on the lens through the clamping plate 21, causing the clamping plate 21 to firmly clamp the lens. Because the spring 22 is in a compressed state, the clamping force of the clamping plate 21 on the lens is continuously maintained, ensuring that the lens does not move or shake during the drying and wiping process. This fixing assembly 2 can accommodate optical lenses of different sizes. When the lens size is small, the compression degree of the spring 22 is relatively large, and the clamping force of the clamping plate 21 on the lens is also large; when the lens size is large, the compression degree of the spring 22 is relatively small, but it can still provide sufficient clamping force to fix the lens.

[0034] To reduce the possibility of lens damage, please refer to Figure 2In a preferred embodiment, a buffer layer 23 is provided on each side of the plurality of splints 21 that are close to each other.

[0035] During use, the buffer layer 23 is made of soft material, such as rubber, sponge, etc. When the lens contacts the buffer layer 23, the buffer layer 23 can disperse the pressure of the lens on the clamping plate 21, and prevent the lens from being damaged by excessive pressure.

[0036] To blow hot air onto the lens, please refer to Figure 1 In a preferred embodiment, the blowing mechanism 3 includes a hot air blower 31, a main pipe 32, a branch pipe 33 and an exhaust pipe 35 arranged in the box body 11. The outlet of the hot air blower 31 is connected to the inlet of the main pipe 32, and the outlet of the main pipe 32 is simultaneously connected to the inlets of multiple branch pipes 33. The outlet of the branch pipe 33 faces the lens, and the exhaust pipe 35 is arranged on one side of the bottom of the box body 11.

[0037] During use, after the hot air blower 31 is started, it draws in and heats external air. The heated air forms a hot air flow, which is discharged from the outlet of the hot air blower 31 under the action of the hot air blower 31. The hot air enters the main pipe 32 from the outlet of the hot air blower 31. The main pipe 32 serves to centrally transport the hot air, guiding the hot air from the hot air blower 31 to the various branch pipes 33. The outlets of the branch pipes 33 face the lenses, and the hot air is blown out from the outlets of the branch pipes 33 directly onto the optical lenses to be dried. When the hot air blows onto the surface of the lenses, it transfers heat to the lenses and the moisture on the lens surfaces. The heat raises the temperature of the moisture, accelerating its evaporation, thereby drying the lenses. This blowing mechanism 3 heats the air through the hot air blower 31, the main pipe 32 centrally transports the hot air, the branch pipes 33 divert and direct the air toward the lenses, and finally the air is discharged through the exhaust pipe 35, achieving efficient drying of the optical lenses and improving the uniformity and speed of drying.

[0038] To reduce the possibility of lens contamination, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, a filter screen 34 is provided at the outlet of the branch pipe 33 .

[0039] During use, the hot air may carry some impurities such as dust and particles. When the hot air flows through the filter 34 at the outlet of the branch pipe 33, the filter 34 will block these impurities and prevent them from being blown onto the lens surface along with the hot air. If impurities blow onto the lens, they may leave scratches on the lens surface or affect the optical performance of the lens. Over time, a certain amount of impurities may accumulate in the filter 34, affecting the filtering effect. Therefore, the filter 34 needs to be cleaned or replaced regularly. The filter 34 can be removed from the outlet of the branch pipe 33 and impurities on the filter 34 can be cleaned with a cleaning tool, or a new filter 34 can be directly replaced to ensure the normal operation of the blower mechanism 3 and the drying quality of the lens.

[0040] To clean the lenses, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the wiping plate 41 includes a plate body 411 and a cloth body 412. The plate body 411 is arranged at the end of the branch pipe 33, and the cloth body 412 is arranged at the bottom of the plate body 411. An air guide cavity 413 is provided in the plate body 411. The outlet of the branch pipe 33 is connected to the inlet of the air guide cavity 413, and the outlet of the air guide cavity 413 faces the cloth body 412.

[0041] During use, after the hot air blower 31 is started, hot air enters the main pipe 32 from the outlet of the hot air blower 31 and is then distributed to the various branch pipes 33. The hot air flows in the branch pipes 33, preparing to enter the air guide cavity 413 of the wiping plate 41. The outlet of the branch pipe 33 is connected to the inlet of the air guide cavity 413, and the hot air flows from the branch pipe 33 into the air guide cavity 413. The air guide cavity 413 guides and distributes the hot air, evenly distributing the hot air throughout the air guide cavity 413. The hot air flows in the air guide cavity 413 and is eventually blown out from the outlet of the air guide cavity 413 toward the cloth body 412. The hot air blown out from the outlet of the air guide cavity 413 blows toward the cloth body 412, causing the temperature of the cloth body 412 to rise. When wiping the lens, the warm cloth body 412 can accelerate the evaporation of moisture on the lens surface, improving the wiping effect. The hot air prevents the cloth 412 from absorbing excessive moisture and becoming damp during the wiping process, keeping the cloth 412 dry and facilitating better lens wiping. The flow of hot air can also increase the wiping pressure of the cloth 412 on the lens to a certain extent, allowing the cloth 412 to come into closer contact with the lens surface and improving the cleanliness of the wiping. During the wiping process, the blowing mechanism 3 and the wiping mechanism 4 work in tandem. Hot air continuously enters the air guide chamber 413, providing heat and dry airflow to the cloth 412. Simultaneously, the wiping plate 41, controlled by the first drive assembly 5 and the second drive assembly 6, rises and rotates, providing comprehensive and efficient wiping of the lens. With the assistance of the hot air, the wiping plate 41 can better remove moisture and stains from the lens surface, improving the drying and cleaning effect of the optical lens. Furthermore, this design can also reduce damage to the lens during the wiping process, protecting the optical performance of the lens.

[0042] To drive the wiping plate 41 up and down, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the branch pipe 33 includes a first pipe body 331 and a second pipe body 332, the first pipe body 331 is arranged on the main pipe 32, and the second pipe body 332 is slidably connected to the first pipe body 331 along the length direction of the first pipe body 331, and the first driving component 5 includes an electric push rod 51 arranged on the first pipe body 331, and the output shaft of the electric push rod 51 is connected to the second pipe body 332.

[0043] During use, when the lens needs to be wiped, the electric push rod 51 in the first drive assembly 5 receives a start signal. The output shaft of the electric push rod 51 begins to extend. The output shaft of the electric push rod 51 is connected to the second tube 332. As the output shaft extends, the electric push rod 51 pushes the second tube 332 to slide along the length of the first tube 331. Because the second tube 332 is connected to the wiping plate 41, the sliding of the second tube 332 moves the wiping plate 41 closer to the lens. The wiping plate 41 gradually descends until the cloth 412 at the bottom of the plate 411 contacts the lens surface.

[0044] To drive the wiper plate 41 to rotate, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the plate body 411 is rotatably connected to the second rod body, and the second driving assembly 6 includes a power assembly 61 and a transmission assembly 62. The power assembly 61 includes a motor 611 arranged on the second rod body, and a driving gear 612 is provided on the output shaft of the motor 611.

[0045] During use, when the lens needs to be wiped and the second drive assembly 6 is activated, the motor 611 begins to operate. The output shaft of the motor 611 rotates, driving the driving gear 612 to rotate. The rotation of the driving gear 612 transmits power to the transmission assembly 62 through meshing. The transmission assembly 62 is connected to the plate 411, ultimately transmitting the power from the motor 611 to the plate 411. Driven by the transmission assembly 62, the plate 411 begins to rotate around its connection point with the second tube 332. Because the cloth 412 is located at the bottom of the plate 411, the rotation of the plate 411 drives the cloth 412 to rotate and wipe the lens surface.

[0046] In order to transmit the power of the motor 611 to the plate 411, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the transmission assembly 62 includes a driven gear 621 provided on the plate body 411 and meshing with the driving gear 612 .

[0047] During use, when motor 611 is activated, the output shaft of motor 611 drives the driving gear 612 to rotate. Driving gear 612 meshes with the driven gear. As driving gear 612 rotates, the interaction between the teeth of the gears transmits power to the driven gear. Driven gear 621 is mounted on plate 411. Rotating the driven gear drives plate 411 around its connection point with second tube 332. The rotation of plate 411 causes cloth 412 at the bottom of plate 411 to rotate and wipe the lens surface.

[0048] To reduce the possibility of damage to the driving gear 612 and the driven gear, please refer to Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the outer sides of the driving gear 612 and the driven gear are both provided with a waterproof layer.

[0049] During use, when the optical lens drying device is in operation, there may be a certain amount of moisture in the surrounding environment due to the flow of hot air and the possible evaporation of residual moisture on the lens surface. The main function of the waterproof layer is to prevent this moisture from invading the meshing area between the driving gear 612 and the driven gear, as well as the internal structure of the gears. This protects the gear transmission system, maintains stable operation of the device, extends the service life of the gears, and improves the reliability and durability of the optical lens drying device.

[0050] In order to better understand this application, the following Figure 1 - Figure 3 The working principle of an optical lens drying device according to the technical solution of the present application is described in detail: the groove 13 on the support plate 12 and the fixing assembly 2 can ensure that the lens maintains a stable position during the drying process and will not move or shake. After the blowing mechanism 3 is started, the external air is heated and hot air is blown out, and the hot air is blown toward the surface of the lens. The function of the hot air is to accelerate the evaporation of moisture on the surface of the lens and improve the drying efficiency. When the lens needs to be wiped, the first drive assembly 5 lowers the wiping plate 41 to a position in contact with the lens; after wiping is completed, the first drive assembly 5 raises the wiping plate 41 and leaves the lens. During the wiping process, the second drive assembly 6 rotates the wiping plate 41 to expand the wiping area and improve the wiping effect.

[0051] The specific implementation methods of the present application described above do not limit the scope of protection of the present application. Any other corresponding changes and modifications made based on the technical concept of the present application should be included in the scope of protection of the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. An optical lens drying device, characterized in that: include: The main body mechanism includes a box body and a support plate, the support plate is arranged in the box body, and the support plate is provided with a groove; A fixing assembly, which is disposed in the groove and is used to fix the lens; an air blowing mechanism, wherein the outlet of the air blowing mechanism is connected to the inner cavity of the box body and is used to blow hot air toward the lens; and The wiping mechanism includes a wiping plate, a first driving assembly and a second driving assembly arranged in the box body. The first driving assembly is used to drive the wiping plate to rise and fall, and the second driving assembly is used to drive the wiping plate to rotate.

2. The optical lens drying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing assembly includes a plurality of symmetrically distributed clamps slidably connected to the groove, and a spring is provided between the clamps and the inner wall of the groove. One end of the spring is connected to the clamp, and the other end of the spring is connected to the inner wall of the groove. The spring is in a compressed state, and the spring causes the clamp to have a tendency to slide away from the inner wall of the groove.

3. The optical lens drying device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A buffer layer is provided on each of the adjacent sides of the plurality of splints.

4. The optical lens drying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The blowing mechanism includes a hot air blower, a main pipe, a branch pipe and an exhaust pipe arranged in the box body. The outlet of the hot air blower is connected to the inlet of the main pipe, and the outlet of the main pipe is simultaneously connected to the inlets of multiple branch pipes. The outlet of the branch pipe faces the lens, and the exhaust pipe is arranged on one side of the bottom of the box body.

5. The optical lens drying device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A filter screen is provided at the outlet of the branch pipe.

6. The optical lens drying device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The wiping plate includes a plate body and a cloth body. The plate body is arranged at the end of the branch pipe, and the cloth body is arranged at the bottom of the plate body. An air guide cavity is provided in the plate body. The outlet of the branch pipe is connected to the inlet of the air guide cavity, and the outlet of the air guide cavity faces the cloth body.

7. The optical lens drying device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The branch pipe includes a first pipe body and a second pipe body, the first pipe body is arranged on the main pipe, and the second pipe body is slidably connected to the first pipe body along the length direction of the first pipe body. The first driving component includes an electric push rod arranged on the first pipe body, and the output shaft of the electric push rod is connected to the second pipe body.

8. The optical lens drying device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The plate body is rotatably connected to the second rod body. The second driving assembly includes a power assembly and a transmission assembly. The power assembly includes a motor arranged on the second rod body. A driving gear is arranged on the output shaft of the motor.

9. The optical lens drying device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The transmission assembly includes a driven gear arranged on the plate body and meshing with the driving gear.

10. The optical lens drying device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The outer sides of the driving gear and the driven gear are both provided with a waterproof layer.

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