Calibration mechanism and dispensing system

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of battery manufacturing, and discloses a calibration mechanism and a dispensing system, and the calibration mechanism comprises a supporting assembly, a calibration assembly and a driving assembly. The supporting assembly is in butt joint with a dispensing platform of the battery and located on the non-operation side of the dispensing platform. The calibration assembly comprises a calibration support and a first clamping piece, the first clamping piece is movably arranged on the calibration support, and a battery to be calibrated is clamped between the first clamping piece and the calibration support; the fixed end of the driving assembly is arranged on the supporting assembly, the output end of the driving assembly is connected with the calibration support, and the output end of the driving assembly can drive the calibration support to slide relative to the supporting assembly so as to be close to or away from the dispensing platform. According to the calibration mechanism, movable calibration operation is adopted, position interference between the calibration mechanism and an existing structure is effectively reduced, use flexibility is high, and calibration precision is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of battery manufacturing, in particular to a calibration mechanism and a dispensing system. Background Art

[0002] Glue dispensing is the process of applying, encapsulating, or dripping glue, oil, or other liquids onto a product to achieve adhesion, encapsulation, insulation, fixation, or surface smoothing. The battery dispensing process is a crucial step in the battery manufacturing process.

[0003] The automated optical inspection (AOI) station of a dispensing machine requires high precision measurement. The existing dispensing machine's Master Block calibration cartridge is fixed to the side panel of the logistics line. This compact installation with limited clearance easily interferes with the line's edge protection or NG pull straps, making assembly and disassembly difficult. Furthermore, due to limited space, the calibration cartridge interferes with the logistics line's photoelectric sensors, preventing smooth photoelectric adjustment. Furthermore, when pallets are transported on the logistics line, the side panel shakes, affecting calibration accuracy.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a calibration mechanism and a dispensing system to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] One purpose of the present utility model is to provide a calibration mechanism that adopts a movable calibration operation, effectively reduces position interference with existing structures, and has high flexibility of use and high calibration accuracy.

[0006] To achieve this purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] Calibration agencies, including:

[0008] A support assembly docked with the dispensing platform of the battery and located on the non-operating side of the dispensing platform;

[0009] The calibration assembly includes a calibration support and a first clamping member, wherein the first clamping member is movably disposed on the calibration support, and the battery to be calibrated is clamped between the first clamping member and the calibration support;

[0010] A driving assembly, wherein the fixed end of the driving assembly is arranged on the supporting assembly, the output end of the driving assembly is connected to the calibration support, and the output end of the driving assembly can drive the calibration support to slide relative to the supporting assembly to approach or move away from the dispensing platform.

[0011] Optionally, a guide structure is also included, which is used to guide the sliding of the calibration support. The guide structure includes a first guide part and a second guide part that match each other. The first guide part is arranged on the support assembly and extends toward the dispensing platform. The second guide part is arranged on the calibration support.

[0012] Optionally, one of the first guide portion and the second guide portion includes a guide rail, and the other includes a slider slidably engaged with the guide rail.

[0013] Optionally, the calibration support includes a vertically arranged support plate and a supporting plate, the support plate is connected to the output end of the driving assembly and is slidably arranged on the support assembly, the first clamping member is parallel to the supporting plate and is spaced apart on the support plate, the battery to be calibrated is placed between the first clamping member and the supporting plate, and the distance between the first clamping member and the supporting plate is adjustable.

[0014] Optionally, the first clamping member includes a first clamping plate and a push block, the first clamping plate is parallel to and spaced from the abutting plate, the push block is fixed to a side of the first clamping plate facing away from the abutting plate, and the push block is slidably disposed on the support plate.

[0015] Optionally, the calibration assembly also includes a first locking piece, a first sliding groove is provided through the support plate, a first threaded hole is provided on the push block, the first locking piece passes through the first sliding groove, and is screwed into the first threaded hole with adjustable depth, and the first locking piece can abut against the side of the support plate away from the push block.

[0016] Optionally, the calibration assembly further includes a second clamping member, which is arranged between the first clamping member and the abutment plate and can abut against two sides of the battery to be calibrated.

[0017] Optionally, the second clamping member includes a fixed plate and a second clamping plate, the two fixed plates are symmetrical and respectively connected vertically to the two sides opposite to the first clamping member and the abutting plate, the two second clamping plates are symmetrical and respectively connected vertically to the two sides opposite to the first clamping member and the abutting plate, the distance between the fixed plate and the second clamping plate is adjustable, and the fixed plate, the first clamping member, the second clamping plate and the abutting plate can respectively abut against the four sides of the battery to be calibrated.

[0018] Optionally, the calibration assembly also includes a second locking piece, a second sliding groove is respectively provided through the first clamping piece and the abutment plate, a second threaded hole is provided on the second clamping plate, one second locking piece passes through the second sliding groove on the first clamping piece, and is screwed to one of the second threaded holes on the second clamping plate with adjustable depth, and another second locking piece passes through the second sliding groove on the abutment plate, and is screwed to the second threaded hole on the other second clamping plate with adjustable depth.

[0019] Another object of the present invention is to provide a dispensing system, comprising a dispensing platform and the above-mentioned calibration mechanism, which has high calibration accuracy and effectively improves operating efficiency.

[0020] Beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0021] In the calibration mechanism provided by the present invention, the support assembly is docked with the dispensing platform of the battery and is located on the non-operating side of the dispensing platform. The installation space on the non-operating side is large, which effectively avoids the problem of the calibration mechanism interfering with various components due to the limited installation position. The calibration assembly includes a calibration support and a first clamping member. The first clamping member can be movably arranged on the calibration support, and the battery to be calibrated is clamped between the first clamping member and the calibration support. The fixed end of the drive assembly is arranged on the support assembly, and the output end of the drive assembly is connected to the calibration support. The output end of the drive assembly can drive the calibration support to slide relative to the support assembly to move closer to or away from the dispensing platform. In other words, when the calibration mechanism is activated, the drive assembly can drive the calibration support to move closer to the dispensing platform and be located within the detection range of the AOI; after the calibration is completed, the drive assembly drives the calibration support away from the dispensing platform and performs subsequent dispensing operations. Since the calibration support is away from the dispensing platform, it will not interfere with the operation of other components, thereby helping to improve the calibration accuracy. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments of the present invention. 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 the contents of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a calibration mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present utility model from a first perspective;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a second viewing angle of a calibration mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3It is a front view of the calibration mechanism provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 It is a side view of the calibration mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 It is a top view of the calibration mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 It is a bottom view of the calibration mechanism provided in an embodiment of the utility model.

[0029] In the picture:

[0030] 100. Battery to be calibrated;

[0031] 1. Support assembly; 11. Support base; 12. Support foot; 13. Guide rail;

[0032] 2. Calibration assembly; 21. Calibration support; 211. Support plate; 2111. First slide; 212. Abutment plate; 213. Slider; 22. First clamping member; 221. First clamping plate; 222. Push block; 2221. First threaded hole; 23. First locking member; 241. Fixing plate; 242. Second clamping plate; 251. Second locking member; 252. Second slide;

[0033] 3. Drive components. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through specific implementation methods.

[0035] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0036] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0037] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0038] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientation or position relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. They are only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0039] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "disposed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0040] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0041] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in detail. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended only to explain the present invention and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0042] This embodiment provides a calibration mechanism and a dispensing system. The dispensing system includes a dispensing platform and the calibration mechanism provided in this embodiment. The calibration mechanism is docked with the dispensing platform of the battery and located on the non-operating side of the dispensing platform. The non-operating side provides ample installation space, effectively preventing interference between the calibration mechanism and components due to limited installation location.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, the calibration mechanism includes a support assembly 1, a calibration assembly 2 and a drive assembly 3. The support assembly 1 is docked with the dispensing platform of the battery and is located on the non-operating side of the dispensing platform. The calibration assembly 2 includes a calibration support 21 and a first clamping member 22. The first clamping member 22 is movably arranged on the calibration support 21, and the battery 100 to be calibrated is clamped between the first clamping member 22 and the calibration support 21. The fixed end of the drive assembly 3 is arranged on the support assembly 1, and the output end of the drive assembly 3 is connected to the calibration support 21. The output end of the drive assembly 3 can drive the calibration support 21 to slide relative to the support assembly 1 to approach or move away from the dispensing platform.

[0044] In other words, when the calibration mechanism is activated, the drive assembly 3 can drive the calibration support 21 close to the dispensing platform, within the AOI detection range. After calibration is completed, the drive assembly 3 drives the calibration support 21 away from the dispensing platform and performs subsequent dispensing operations. Since the calibration support 21 is away from the dispensing platform, it will not interfere with the operation of other components, thereby helping to improve calibration accuracy.

[0045] In this embodiment, the driving component 3 may be a pneumatic cylinder or an oil cylinder in the prior art, the output end of which is connected to a floating joint, which is then connected to the calibration support 21, thereby driving the movement of the calibration support 21. Of course, in other embodiments, the driving component 3 may also be a motor, the output end of which is connected to the calibration support 21 through a transmission assembly such as a gear set, thereby also driving the movement of the calibration support 21.

[0046] Continue to refer to Figure 1-Figure 3 The support assembly 1 in this embodiment includes a support base 11 and two legs 12, with the two legs 12 being located on either side of the support base 11. The calibration support 21 is slidably mounted on the legs 12. The drive assembly 3 is mounted on the support base 11, and the output end of the drive assembly 3 is connected to the calibration support 21, thereby driving the calibration support 21 to slide relative to the legs 12. The two legs 12 support both sides of the calibration support 21, ensuring balanced force on the calibration support 21 and preventing the calibration support 21 from shaking during movement, which could affect the calibration effect.

[0047] Furthermore, the calibration mechanism also includes a guide structure, which is disposed between the calibration support 21 and the support leg 12 and is used to guide the sliding movement of the calibration support 21. The guide structure includes a first guide portion and a second guide portion that cooperate with each other. The first guide portion is disposed on the support assembly 1 and extends toward the dispensing platform, and the second guide portion is disposed on the calibration support 21. The cooperation between the first and second guide portions enables the directional movement of the calibration support 21, preventing it from deflecting during movement.

[0048] Illustratively, one of the first guide portion and the second guide portion includes a guide rail 13, and the other includes a slider 213 that slidably engages with the guide rail 13. In this embodiment, two guide rails 13 are provided on the tops of the two legs 12, and two sliders 213 are provided on the bottom surface of the calibration support 21. The engagement of the sliders 213 with the guide rails 13 improves the smoothness of the sliding of the calibration support 21 relative to the legs 12.

[0049] Of course, in other embodiments, the guide structure can also be a combination of a chute and a slider 213 or a guide rod and a slider 213, which can also play a guiding role and prevent sliding deviation. Similarly, the guide structure can also be a combination of a chute and a roller, which reduces the friction of the rolling motion and helps reduce the energy consumption of the drive assembly 3.

[0050] like Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the calibration support 21 includes a vertically arranged support plate 211 and a support plate 212. The support plate 211 is connected to the output end of the drive assembly 3 and is slidably arranged on the two legs 12. The first clamping member 22 is parallel to the support plate 212 and is spaced apart on the support plate 211. The battery 100 to be calibrated is placed between the first clamping member 22 and the support plate 212. The distance between the first clamping member 22 and the support plate 212 is adjustable, so that the battery 100 to be calibrated can be clamped and fixed by the first clamping member 22 and the support plate 212.

[0051] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The first clamping member 22 includes a first clamping plate 221 and a push block 222. The first clamping plate 221 is parallel to and spaced apart from the abutting plate 212. The push block 222 is fixedly connected to the side of the first clamping plate 221 facing away from the abutting plate 212 and is slidably mounted on the support plate 211. The movement of the push block 222 moves the first clamping plate 221 toward or away from the abutting plate 212, thereby adjusting the distance between the first clamping plate 221 and the abutting plate 212.

[0052] More specifically, in this embodiment, the push block 222 has an L-shaped structure. The vertical portion of the push block 222 is affixed to the side of the first clamping plate 221, and the horizontal portion of the push block 222 is slidably mounted on the support plate 211. The height of the vertical portion of the push block 222 is equal to the height of the first clamping plate 221, thereby ensuring that the force applied to the first clamping plate 221 in the height direction is balanced, thereby ensuring that the clamping force transmitted by the first clamping plate 221 to the battery 100 to be calibrated remains consistent in the height direction.

[0053] More specifically, refer to Figure 1 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the calibration component 2 also includes a first locking member 23. A first sliding groove 2111 is provided on the support plate 211, and a first threaded hole 2221 is provided on the push block 222. The first locking member 23 passes through the first sliding groove 2111 and is screwed into the first threaded hole 2221 with adjustable depth. When the end of the first locking member 23 abuts against the side of the support plate 211 away from the push block 222, the first locking member 23 can lock the relative position of the push block 222 and the support plate 211, that is, lock the position of the first clamping plate 221. When the first clamping plate 221 needs to be moved, the first locking member 23 is screwed in the reverse direction so that the first locking member 23 is partially disengaged from the first threaded hole 2221, and the push block 222 can be slid, thereby driving the first clamping plate 221 to move. Exemplarily, the first locking member 23 can be selected as a threaded fastener in the prior art, such as a bolt and a stud.

[0054] Optionally, continue with reference to Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 5 The calibration assembly 2 further includes a second clamping member, which is disposed between the first clamping member 22 and the abutting plate 212 and is capable of abutting against both sides of the battery 100 to be calibrated. It is understood that the first clamping member 22 and the abutting plate 212 are capable of abutting against both sides of the battery 100 to be calibrated in the width direction, while the second clamping member is used to abut against both sides of the battery 100 to be calibrated in the length direction, thereby clamping the four sides of the battery 100 to be calibrated and ensuring the stability of the battery 100 to be calibrated during movement.

[0055] Specifically, the second clamping member includes a fixing plate 241 and a second clamping plate 242. Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, the two fixing plates 241 are symmetrical and vertically connected to the two sides of the first clamping plate 221 and the abutting plate 212 respectively, and the two second clamping plates 242 are symmetrical and vertically connected to the two sides of the first clamping plate 221 and the abutting plate 212 respectively. The distance between the fixing plate 241 and the second clamping plate 242 is adjustable, and the fixing plate 241, the first clamping plate 221, the second clamping plate 242 and the abutting plate 212 can respectively abut against the four sides of the battery 100 to be calibrated.

[0056] That is, when clamping the battery 100 to be calibrated, first move the first clamping plate 221. When moving the first clamping plate 221, the distance between the first clamping plate 221 and the corresponding two fixing plates 241 on the abutting plate 212 also increases or decreases. Push the battery 100 to be calibrated until it abuts against the side of the fixing plate 241 on the abutting plate 212. Then, continue to push the push block 222. When the first clamping plate 221 abuts against the side of the battery 100 to be calibrated, lock the push block 222 with the first locking member 23 to fix the first clamping plate 221. Finally, move the second clamping plate 242 until it abuts against the side of the battery 100 to be calibrated, thus completing the clamping of the battery 100 to be calibrated.

[0057] Preferably, the calibration component 2 also includes a second locking member 251. A second sliding groove 252 is respectively provided on the first clamping plate 221 and the abutting plate 212, and a second threaded hole is provided on the second clamping plate 242. One second locking member 251 passes through the second sliding groove 252 on the first clamping plate 221, and is screwed to the second threaded hole on one of the second clamping plates 242 with adjustable depth; another second locking member 251 passes through the second sliding groove 252 on the abutting plate 212, and is screwed to the second threaded hole on the other second clamping plate 242 with adjustable depth. The locking principle of the second locking member 251 is the same as that of the first locking member 23, and this embodiment will not be repeated here. Similarly, the second locking member 251 can be selected as a threaded fastener in the prior art, such as a bolt and a stud.

[0058] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation methods of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A calibration mechanism, characterized in that: include: A support assembly (1) is docked with a dispensing platform of the battery and is located on a non-operating side of the dispensing platform; A calibration assembly (2) comprises a calibration support (21) and a first clamping member (22), wherein the first clamping member (22) is movably arranged on the calibration support (21), and a battery (100) to be calibrated is clamped between the first clamping member (22) and the calibration support (21); A drive assembly (3), wherein a fixed end of the drive assembly (3) is arranged on the support assembly (1), an output end of the drive assembly (3) is connected to the calibration support (21), and the output end of the drive assembly (3) can drive the calibration support (21) to slide relative to the support assembly (1) to approach or move away from the dispensing platform.

2. The calibration mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a guide structure, which is used to guide the sliding of the calibration support (21), and the guide structure includes a first guide part and a second guide part that match each other, the first guide part is arranged on the support component (1) and extends toward the dispensing platform, and the second guide part is arranged on the calibration support (21).

3. The calibration mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: One of the first guide portion and the second guide portion includes a guide rail (13), and the other includes a slider (213) that is slidably engaged with the guide rail (13).

4. The calibration mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The calibration support (21) comprises a vertically arranged support plate (211) and a supporting plate (212); the support plate (211) is connected to the output end of the drive assembly (3) and is slidably arranged on the support assembly (1); the first clamping member (22) is parallel to the supporting plate (212) and is spaced apart on the support plate (211); the battery (100) to be calibrated is placed between the first clamping member (22) and the supporting plate (212); and the distance between the first clamping member (22) and the supporting plate (212) is adjustable.

5. The calibration mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first clamping member (22) includes a first clamping plate (221) and a push block (222), the first clamping plate (221) is parallel to and spaced from the abutting plate (212), the push block (222) is fixedly connected to the side of the first clamping plate (221) facing away from the abutting plate (212), and the push block (222) is slidably arranged on the support plate (211).

6. The calibration mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The calibration component (2) further includes a first locking member (23), a first sliding groove (2111) is provided on the support plate (211), a first threaded hole (2221) is provided on the push block (222), the first locking member (23) passes through the first sliding groove (2111), and is screwed into the first threaded hole (2221) in an adjustable depth, and the first locking member (23) can abut against the side of the support plate (211) away from the push block (222).

7. The calibration mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The calibration assembly (2) further includes a second clamping member, which is arranged between the first clamping member (22) and the abutting plate (212) and can abut against both sides of the battery (100) to be calibrated.

8. The calibration mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second clamping member comprises a fixing plate (241) and a second clamping plate (242), the two fixing plates (241) are symmetrical and respectively connected perpendicularly to the two sides of the first clamping member (22) and the abutting plate (212) facing each other, the two second clamping plates (242) are symmetrical and respectively connected perpendicularly to the two sides of the first clamping member (22) and the abutting plate (212) facing each other, the distance between the fixing plate (241) and the second clamping plate (242) is adjustable, and the fixing plate (241), the first clamping member (22), the second clamping plate (242) and the abutting plate (212) can respectively abut against the four sides of the battery to be calibrated (100).

9. The calibration mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that: The calibration component (2) also includes a second locking member (251), a second sliding groove (252) is respectively provided on the first clamping member (22) and the abutting plate (212), and a second threaded hole is provided on the second clamping plate (242). One second locking member (251) is provided through the second sliding groove (252) on the first clamping member (22) and is screwed to the second threaded hole on one of the second clamping plates (242) with adjustable depth. Another second locking member (251) is provided through the second sliding groove (252) on the abutting plate (212) and is screwed to the second threaded hole on the other second clamping plate (242) with adjustable depth.

10. Glue dispensing system, characterized in that, It comprises a dispensing platform and a calibration mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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