Flat plate carrier capable of being matched with AGV to operate and AGV automatic feeding work station

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flat plate carrier capable of being matched with an AGV to operate and an AGV automatic feeding workstation, and the flat plate carrier capable of being matched with the AGV to operate comprises a body which is provided with a bottom wall surface and a top wall surface; the first alignment counter bore is formed in the bottom wall surface, and the first alignment counter bore is used for being matched with the AGV to transfer the body; the second alignment counter bore is formed in the bottom wall surface, and the second alignment counter bore is of a spherical surface structure so as to align and place the transferred body; and the positioning counter bores are formed in the top wall surface and are used for positioning and placing the PINs. By designing the structures such as the first alignment counter bores, the second alignment counter bores and the positioning counter bores, the stability and accuracy of AGV carrying are remarkably improved, and the fault rate and the maintenance cost are reduced; meanwhile, the stability of the PINs is enhanced, the safety of the PCB is protected, efficient and accurate automatic carrying is achieved, and the production efficiency and safety are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of circuit board processing, in particular to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV and an AGV automatic feeding workstation having the flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with the AGV. Background Art

[0002] Traditionally, PCB (printed circuit board) transportation relies on manual transfer. This method is labor-intensive, inefficient, and prone to human error, compromising production efficiency and product quality. With the development of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, the implementation of lean production has become a key strategy for improving production efficiency and quality. Automated production lines, as a crucial pillar of industrial upgrading, not only reflect technological advancements but also serve as a key path to enhancing competitiveness and achieving sustainable development.

[0003] Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), as transport vehicles that automatically travel along predetermined routes, can replace manual material handling and enable automated material transportation. Equipped with sensors, navigation systems, and intelligent control systems, AGVs can autonomously perceive their environment, plan routes, and execute tasks, achieving highly automated and intelligent operations. AGVs efficiently perform handling tasks without human intervention and are unaffected by factors such as fatigue, rest, or work speed. They enable continuous, precise, and high-speed handling operations, improving productivity and reducing delays and errors. Using AGVs reduces reliance on human resources, avoids the arduous manual handling process, and thus reduces labor costs.

[0004] However, traditional PCB flatbed carriers are not suitable for AGV use. AGVs cannot accurately align the flatbed carrier when lifting it, affecting the stability and accuracy of transportation. This can cause the flatbed carrier to shift or fall during transportation, increasing failure rates and repair costs. Furthermore, they cannot be accurately positioned when placed in locations such as PCB ejectors, PCB collectors, and storage racks. This not only increases the difficulty of AGV operation, but can also cause the flatbed carrier to slide or tilt during transportation, affecting production efficiency and safety. Furthermore, traditional flatbed carriers can easily cause PINs to be ejected or moved during transportation, affecting the stability of the flatbed carrier and the safety of the PCB boards. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, it proposes a flatbed carrier that can be used with an AGV. By designing a first alignment countersunk hole, a second alignment countersunk hole, a positioning countersunk hole, and a mounting slot, the flatbed carrier significantly improves the stability and accuracy of AGV handling, reducing failure rates and repair costs. Furthermore, the flatbed carrier enhances the stability of PIN pins, protects the safety of PCB boards, and achieves efficient and precise automated handling, improving production efficiency and safety.

[0006] The utility model provides an AGV automatic feeding workstation having the above-mentioned flat-bed carrier capable of cooperating with the AGV.

[0007] According to the utility model, a flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation includes:

[0008] A body having a bottom wall surface and a top wall surface;

[0009] a first alignment countersunk hole, provided on the bottom wall surface, wherein the first alignment countersunk hole is used to cooperate with the AGV to transfer the body;

[0010] A second alignment countersunk hole is provided on the bottom wall surface, wherein the second alignment countersunk hole has a spherical structure and is used to align the transferred body;

[0011] A positioning countersunk hole is provided on the top wall surface, and the positioning countersunk hole is used for positioning and placing a PIN nail.

[0012] The flatbed carrier that can be used in conjunction with AGV according to the utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: the first alignment countersunk hole cooperates with the lifting mechanism of the AGV to ensure that the AGV can accurately align when lifting the flatbed carrier, avoiding the carrier from offsetting or falling during transportation, thereby reducing the failure rate and maintenance costs; and, when transferred to positions such as the board ejector, board collector and storage rack, since the second alignment countersunk hole is a spherical structure, it can guide the alignment to the center during transfer, and the flatbed carrier can be placed stably after transfer, further enhancing the stability of the carrier and ensuring stability during transportation; in addition, the positioning countersunk hole is used to position the PIN pins, ensuring the stability of the PIN pins during transportation, avoiding the risk of the PIN pins being ejected or moved, thereby protecting the safety of the PCB board; the overall combination not only solves the shortcomings of traditional flatbed carriers in the use of AGV, but also provides strong support for intelligent manufacturing and lean production, and improves the automation level and efficiency of the entire production process.

[0013] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, there are two first alignment countersunk holes, and the two first alignment countersunk holes are symmetrically arranged in the center.

[0014] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, there are two second alignment countersunk holes, and the two second alignment countersunk holes are symmetrically arranged in the center.

[0015] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, the second alignment countersunk hole is located on a side of the first alignment countersunk hole away from the center of the body.

[0016] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, the bottom wall is provided with a mounting groove, and the mounting groove is used to install a QR code information block to obtain the carrying information of the body.

[0017] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, the groove surface of the mounting groove is provided with an alignment line.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV is provided, wherein there are two alignment lines, and the two alignment lines are arranged perpendicular to each other.

[0019] According to a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV in some embodiments of the present invention, the top wall is provided with a positioning slot, and the positioning slot is used to position a PIN placement block.

[0020] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV is provided, wherein the top wall surface is provided with a plurality of spherical holes, and the spherical holes are used for installing steel balls to slide and support a PCB board.

[0021] The AGV automatic feeding workstation according to the utility model includes the flatbed carrier according to the utility model that can be matched with the AGV operation.

[0022] The AGV automatic feeding workstation described in the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: by integrating these improved flatbed carriers, the AGV automatic feeding workstation can achieve efficient and accurate automatic feeding, thereby improving the automation level and efficiency of the production process. The overall design not only optimizes the handling and management of materials, but also improves the safety and reliability of production, and provides strong support for intelligent manufacturing and lean production. Through precise alignment and stable load-bearing design, the efficiency and reliability of the AGV during the handling process are ensured, human errors and failure rates are reduced, and production efficiency and product quality are improved.

[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description and will become apparent from the following description or learned through practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a bottom view of a flatbed carrier that can be used with an AGV according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a top view of a flatbed carrier that can be used with an AGV according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0028] Ontology 100;

[0029] Bottom wall 110; first alignment countersunk hole 111; second alignment countersunk hole 112; mounting groove 113; alignment line 1131;

[0030] Top wall surface 120; positioning countersunk hole 121; positioning slot hole 122; spherical hole 123. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] 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.

[0032] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that descriptions involving orientations, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention 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. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "many" means more than two, "greater than," "less than," and "exceed" are understood to exclude the number itself, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the number itself. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is solely for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and is not to be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, implicitly specifying the number of the indicated technical features, or implicitly specifying the order of the indicated technical features.

[0034] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly defined, terms such as setting, installing, and connecting should be understood in a broad sense, and technicians in the relevant technical field can reasonably determine the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific content of the technical solution.

[0035] In the description of the present invention, reference to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "examples," "specific examples," or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the exemplary expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0036] Traditionally, PCB (printed circuit board) transportation relies on manual transfer. This method is labor-intensive, inefficient, and prone to human error, compromising production efficiency and product quality. With the development of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, the implementation of lean production has become a key strategy for improving production efficiency and quality. Automated production lines, as a crucial pillar of industrial upgrading, not only reflect technological advancements but also serve as a key path to enhancing competitiveness and achieving sustainable development.

[0037] Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), as transport vehicles that automatically travel along predetermined routes, can replace manual material handling and enable automated material transportation. Equipped with sensors, navigation systems, and intelligent control systems, AGVs can autonomously perceive their environment, plan routes, and execute tasks, achieving highly automated and intelligent operations. AGVs efficiently perform handling tasks without human intervention and are unaffected by factors such as fatigue, rest, or work speed. They enable continuous, precise, and high-speed handling operations, improving productivity and reducing delays and errors. Using AGVs reduces reliance on human resources, avoids the arduous manual handling process, and thus reduces labor costs.

[0038] However, traditional PCB flatbed carriers are not suitable for AGV use. AGVs cannot accurately align the flatbed carrier when lifting it, affecting the stability and accuracy of transportation. This can cause the flatbed carrier to shift or fall during transportation, increasing failure rates and repair costs. Furthermore, they cannot be accurately positioned when placed in locations such as PCB ejectors, PCB collectors, and storage racks. This not only increases the difficulty of AGV operation, but can also cause the flatbed carrier to slide or tilt during transportation, affecting production efficiency and safety. Furthermore, traditional flatbed carriers can easily cause PINs to be ejected or moved during transportation, affecting the stability of the flatbed carrier and the safety of the PCB boards.

[0039] For this reason, Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the present invention proposes a flatbed carrier that can be used in conjunction with an AGV, comprising a main body 100 having a bottom wall 110 and a top wall 120, wherein the bottom wall 110 is provided with a first alignment countersunk hole 111 and a second alignment countersunk hole 112. Specifically, the first alignment countersunk hole 111 is used to cooperate with the AGV to transfer the main body 100; the second alignment countersunk hole 112 is a spherical structure for aligning and placing the transferred main body 100. In addition, the top wall 120 is provided with a positioning countersunk hole 121. The positioning countersunk hole 121 is used to position and place PIN nails. It should be noted that the first alignment countersunk hole 111 cooperates with the lifting mechanism of the AGV to ensure that the AGV can accurately align when lifting the flatbed carrier. This design solves the problem that traditional flatbed carriers cannot be accurately positioned when the AGV is lifting, avoids the carrier from shifting or falling during transportation, and thus reduces the failure rate and maintenance costs. The second alignment countersunk hole 112 has a spherical structure, which can be used to align the flat-panel carrier after transfer, further enhancing the stability of the carrier. This design ensures the precise position of the carrier after placement, prevents the carrier from sliding or tilting during transportation, and improves the stability and safety of transportation. The design of the spherical structure enables the carrier to automatically adjust to the optimal position when placed, reducing the difficulty of operation and improving the convenience of operation. The positioning countersunk hole 121 is used to position the PIN pins, ensuring the stability of the PIN pins during transportation and avoiding the risk of the PIN pins being ejected or moved. This design not only protects the safety of the PCB board, ensures the smooth progress of the production process, and improves production efficiency and product quality. The stable placement of the PIN pins reduces the risk of damage to the PCB board during transportation and extends the service life of the PCB board. The overall design meets the needs of the automated production line and can seamlessly connect to the AGV system, thereby improving the automation level and efficiency of the entire production process.

[0040] In some embodiments, there is one first alignment countersunk hole and it is located at the center of the bottom wall (not shown in the figure). Figure 1In some embodiments of the present invention, there are two first alignment countersunk holes 111, and the two first alignment countersunk holes 111 are symmetrically arranged in the center, ensuring that the AGV is evenly stressed when lifting the flatbed carrier, avoiding the tilt or offset of the carrier caused by uneven force on one side, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the alignment. The symmetrical design not only reduces the failure rate, improves the reliability and safety of transportation, ensures the operational consistency of the AGV in different positions and directions, and improves the overall transportation efficiency. Similarly, there are two second alignment countersunk holes 112, and the two second alignment countersunk holes 112 are symmetrically arranged in the center. It not only enhances the stability of the carrier after placement, but also ensures the alignment accuracy of the carrier in different positions and directions. Moreover, the symmetrical design enables the AGV to be more flexible and accurate when placing the carrier, reduces the difficulty of operation, and improves the transportation efficiency and reliability. In addition, the symmetrical arrangement helps to reduce the vibration and shaking of the carrier during transportation, further improving the stability and safety of the carrier. Furthermore, the second alignment countersunk hole 112 is located on the side of the first alignment countersunk hole 111 away from the center of the body 100. This allows the AGV to better control the center of gravity of the carrier when lifting and placing it, ensuring the balance and stability of the carrier during transportation. Furthermore, this design reduces the risk of the carrier shifting or falling due to an unstable center of gravity during transportation, further improving the reliability and safety of transportation. The reasonable layout of the alignment holes makes the AGV more flexible and accurate in different positions and directions, improving overall transportation efficiency.

[0041] Refer again Figure 1In some embodiments of the present invention, the bottom wall 110 is provided with a mounting slot 113 for mounting a QR code information block to obtain the load information of the main body 100. This design allows each flatbed carrier to carry unique identification information, making it easier for AGVs and other automated equipment to quickly obtain the carrier's load information. The QR code information block enables accurate tracking and management of materials, improving the transparency and controllability of the production process, thereby optimizing production scheduling and logistics management, and improving overall production efficiency. The design of the mounting slot 113 for the QR code information block simplifies the installation and replacement process of the information block, improving operational convenience and ease of maintenance. Optionally, the mounting slot 113 is located in the center of the bottom wall 110. Furthermore, the groove surface of the mounting slot 113 is provided with an alignment line 1131, which allows the QR code information block to be more accurately aligned during installation, ensuring correct installation and reading of the information block. The presence of the alignment line 1131 reduces installation errors, improves the accuracy and reliability of information reading, and further enhances the automation level and management efficiency of the production process. Moreover, the design of the alignment lines 1131 simplifies the installation process, reduces installation time and cost, and improves the convenience of operation. In some embodiments, there are two alignment lines 1131, and the two alignment lines 1131 are arranged perpendicular to each other. This vertical arrangement not only improves the accuracy of alignment, but also provides clear alignment references for the installation slot 113 in different directions, further reducing installation errors. The design of the vertical alignment lines 1131 makes the installation of the two-dimensional code information block more convenient and accurate, improves the reliability of information reading and the automation level of the production process. Optionally, the alignment lines 1131 are arranged in a "cross" shape. In addition, in some embodiments, the alignment lines 1131 are formed by grooves on the groove surface of the installation slot 113. In this regard, when the two-dimensional code information block is adhered to the installation slot 113 by adhesion, adhesives such as glue can penetrate into the alignment lines 1131, thereby improving the stability of the adhered and fixed two-dimensional code information block.

[0042] In some applications, multiple PIN pins are placed in a PIN pin placement block (not shown in the figure). Figure 2In some embodiments of the present invention, the top wall 120 is provided with positioning slots 122 for positioning the PIN placement block. This slot 122 ensures the precise placement of the PIN placement block on the carrier, preventing the risk of the PIN being dislodged or moved during handling. This design not only improves the stability of the PIN, protects the safety of the PCB, ensures a smooth production process, and enhances production efficiency and product quality. The positioning slots 122 simplify the installation and replacement of the PIN, improving operational convenience and maintenance. Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the top wall 120 is provided with multiple spherical holes 123 for receiving steel balls for slidingly receiving the PCB. The steel balls provide excellent sliding support for the PCB, reducing friction during placement and removal, and preventing scratches and wear. This design not only improves the load-bearing capacity of the PCB, but also extends the service life of the carrier, further enhancing production efficiency and product quality. The spherical holes 123 enhance the structural strength of the carrier, improving its durability and reliability.

[0043] The AGV automatic feeding workstation according to the embodiment of the present utility model includes a flatbed carrier according to the embodiment of the present utility model that can be used in conjunction with the AGV to operate.

[0044] According to the AGV automatic feeding workstation of the embodiment of the present invention, by adopting a flatbed carrier that can be used in conjunction with the AGV operation of the embodiment of the present invention, the AGV automatic feeding workstation can achieve efficient and accurate automatic feeding, thereby improving the automation level and efficiency of the production process. The overall design not only optimizes the handling and management of materials, but also improves the safety and reliability of production, and provides strong support for intelligent manufacturing and lean production; through precise alignment and stable load-bearing design, the efficiency and reliability of the AGV in the handling process are ensured, human errors and failure rates are reduced, and production efficiency and product quality are improved.

[0045] Other structures and operations of the AGV automatic feeding workstation according to the embodiment of the present invention are well known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0046] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Various changes can be made within the scope of knowledge possessed by ordinary technicians in the relevant technical field without departing from the purpose of the present invention.

Claims

1. A flatbed carrier that can be used with AGV, characterized in that: include: A body having a bottom wall surface and a top wall surface; a first alignment countersunk hole, provided on the bottom wall surface, wherein the first alignment countersunk hole is used to cooperate with the AGV to transfer the body; A second alignment countersunk hole is provided on the bottom wall surface, wherein the second alignment countersunk hole has a spherical structure and is used to align the transferred body; A positioning countersunk hole is provided on the top wall surface, and the positioning countersunk hole is used for positioning and placing a PIN nail.

2. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two first alignment countersunk holes, and the two first alignment countersunk holes are centrally and symmetrically arranged.

3. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two second alignment countersunk holes, and the two second alignment countersunk holes are centrally and symmetrically arranged.

4. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second alignment countersunk hole is located on a side of the first alignment countersunk hole away from the center of the body.

5. A flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that: The bottom wall surface is provided with an installation groove, and the installation groove is used to install a two-dimensional code information block to obtain the loaded object information of the body.

6. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 5, characterized in that: The groove surface of the installation groove is provided with an alignment line.

7. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 6, characterized in that: There are two alignment lines, and the two alignment lines are arranged perpendicular to each other.

8. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top wall surface is provided with a positioning slot hole, and the positioning slot hole is used for positioning and placing the PIN nail placement block.

9. The flatbed carrier capable of supporting AGV operation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top wall surface is provided with a plurality of spherical holes, and the spherical holes are used to install steel balls to slide and receive the PCB board. 10.AGV automatic feeding workstation, characterized by: It includes a flatbed carrier capable of cooperating with an AGV as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

Images