Storage device applied to transfer robot and transfer robot

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of robots, and discloses a storage device applied to a transfer robot, which comprises a shell and a driving mechanism, the shell comprises an upper cover and a lower shell, the lower shell is provided with an accommodating cavity, a bearing flat plate and a damping mechanism are arranged in the accommodating cavity, and the bearing flat plate is arranged along the horizontal direction and used for bearing an illumination box; the damping mechanism is connected between the bearing flat plate and the lower shell so as to conduct damping on the bearing flat plate. The lower shell is provided with an opening communicated with the containing cavity, the upper cover is rotationally connected with the lower shell, and the upper cover covers the opening to seal the containing cavity; the driving mechanism is connected to the shell and used for driving the upper cover to rotate towards the side away from or close to the lower shell in the vertical direction. The utility model aims to solve the technical problem that a light-transmitting part of an illumination box is easy to be covered by dust and damaged due to vibration as enough stability and safety guarantee cannot be provided when a carrying robot carries out the task of carrying the illumination box.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of robots, and in particular to a storage device applied to a transport robot and the transport robot. Background Art

[0002] A handling robot is a type of transport vehicle capable of traveling along a set path and equipped with programming, parking options, safety features, and various material handling functions. A type of industrial robot, this computer-controlled robot features mobility, automatic navigation, multi-sensor control, and network interaction.

[0003] In related technologies, transport robots are used to automatically carry illumination boxes. However, illumination boxes require extremely high safety during handling. Dust covering the light-transmitting components of the illumination box (such as glass and slides) can reduce their light transmittance. Excessive vibration during handling can easily damage the light-transmitting components within the illumination box. However, when handling illumination boxes, transport robots lack adequate dust and vibration protection, making the light-transmitting components susceptible to damage from dust and vibration, thus affecting their effectiveness. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a storage device and a handling robot for use with a handling robot, aiming to solve the technical problem that the handling robot cannot provide sufficient stability and safety guarantees when performing the task of carrying an illumination box, resulting in the light-transmitting components of the illumination box being easily covered by dust and damaged by vibration.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides a storage device for a transport robot, which comprises:

[0006] The housing comprises an upper cover and a lower housing, the lower housing being provided with a receiving cavity, the receiving cavity being provided with a carrying plate and a shock absorbing mechanism, the carrying plate being arranged in a horizontal direction and being used to carry the illumination box, the shock absorbing mechanism being connected between the carrying plate and the lower housing to provide shock absorption for the carrying plate; the lower housing being provided with an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, the upper cover being rotatably connected to the lower housing, and the upper cover being provided over the opening to seal the receiving cavity;

[0007] A driving mechanism is connected to the shell, and is used to drive the upper cover to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell.

[0008] Preferably, the shock absorbing mechanism includes a plurality of elastic members, which are arranged in an array along the first direction and the second direction of the supporting plate, the upper ends of the elastic members are connected to the supporting plate, and the lower ends of the elastic members are connected to the lower shell.

[0009] Preferably, the storage device includes a pressure detection element, which is provided on the carrying plate and is used to abut against the illumination box.

[0010] Preferably, the storage device comprises two pressure detection elements, and the two pressure detection elements are arranged on the carrying plate at diagonal positions of the carrying plate.

[0011] Preferably, the storage device includes a material detection element, which is provided on the carrying plate, and is used for emitting laser light toward the irradiation box to detect whether the irradiation box exists on the carrying plate.

[0012] Preferably, the storage device includes a first limiting member, a second limiting member, and a third limiting member, wherein the first limiting member and the second limiting member are provided on both sides of the carrying plate along a first direction of the carrying plate, and the third limiting member is provided on the carrying plate and forms a triangle shape with the first limiting member and the second limiting member, and the first limiting member, the second limiting member, and the third limiting member are used to jointly limit the light box;

[0013] Wherein, the material detection element is provided on any one of the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member.

[0014] Preferably, the storage device includes an identification device, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and is used to identify the coding information of the illumination box.

[0015] Preferably, the identification device comprises a card reader, and the card reader is provided on the upper surface of the carrying plate.

[0016] Preferably, a first positioning post, a second positioning post and a third positioning post for fixing the irradiation box are provided on the carrying plate, and the first positioning post, the second positioning post and the third positioning post form a triangle shape.

[0017] Preferably, the storage device includes a temperature and humidity sensor, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and fixed to the inner wall of the lower shell, and is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity.

[0018] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a first transmission wheel and a first connecting rod. The first transmission wheel is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell. One end of the first connecting rod is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel, and the other end of the first connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover. The driving motor is used to drive the first transmission wheel to rotate so that the first connecting rod drives the upper cover to move away from or closer to the lower shell in the vertical direction.

[0019] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes a second transmission wheel and a transmission belt, the second transmission wheel is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor, and the first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel are transmission-connected via the transmission belt.

[0020] Preferably, the first connecting rod moves between a first position and a second position under the drive of the driving mechanism;

[0021] The driving mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell, the first sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the first position, and the second sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the second position.

[0022] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes at least one second connecting rod, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod, one end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell, and the other end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover.

[0023] Preferably, the storage device includes a control mainboard, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and electrically connected to the driving mechanism.

[0024] Preferably, the lower shell is provided with a connection port, and the connection port is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

[0025] In a second aspect, the utility model provides a transport robot, which includes a robot body and the storage device, wherein the storage device is fixed on the robot body.

[0026] Preferably, the transport robot includes a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box from the first target position to the storage device, and to clamp the illumination box from the storage device to the second target position.

[0027] Preferably, the transport robot includes a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

[0028] The utility model provides a storage device for a handling robot, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0029] The storage device of the present invention includes a housing and a drive mechanism. The housing consists of an upper cover and a lower housing, which are connected by a rotatable connection. The lower housing defines a storage cavity for storing a light box. The lower housing has an opening for facilitating the insertion and removal of the light box through the opening. A support plate is horizontally disposed within the storage cavity to support the light box, ensuring a stable placement and preventing damage from shaking during transport. A shock-absorbing mechanism is connected between the support plate and the lower housing to provide shock absorption for the support plate and the light box resting on it. The shock-absorbing mechanism can be made of an elastic material such as a spring or rubber pad to absorb vibrations during transport. The drive mechanism is connected to a side wall or bottom wall of the housing. When the light box is to be inserted or removed, the drive mechanism drives the upper cover to open, revealing the opening of the storage cavity. When the light box is placed, the drive mechanism drives the upper cover to close again, sealing the storage cavity and providing a dust-proof function. The storage device of this embodiment achieves a sealed storage cavity through the tight fit between the upper cover and the lower housing, preventing dust from entering the cavity and protecting the light-transmitting components of the light box from dust accumulation. The damping mechanism allows the carrier plate to absorb vibrations during transport, preventing damage to the illumination box. The drive mechanism automatically opens and closes the top cover, improving the robot's automation and reducing the risk of manual operation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present utility model in a closed state;

[0032] Figure 2 An exploded schematic diagram of a storage device provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0033] Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present utility model in an open state;

[0034] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of a light box placed in a storage device provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0035] Figure 5 Another exploded schematic diagram of the storage device provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0036] Figure 6 Another structural schematic diagram of the storage device provided by an embodiment of the present utility model in an open state.

[0037] The following are marked in the figure:

[0038] 1. Shell; 101. Upper cover; 102. Lower shell; 103. Accommodating chamber; 2. Driving mechanism; 201. Driving motor; 202. First transmission wheel; 203. First connecting rod; 204. Second transmission wheel; 205. Transmission belt; 206. First sensor; 207. Second sensor; 208. Second connecting rod; 3. Loading plate; 4. Shock-absorbing mechanism; 401. Elastic member; 5. Illumination box; 6. Pressure detection element; 7. Material detection element; 8. First limit member; 9. Second limit member; 10. Third limit member; 11. Identification device; 12. First positioning column; 13. Second positioning column; 14. Third positioning column; 15. Humidity sensor; 16. Connection port; X, first direction; Y, second direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0040] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "inside", "outside", etc. used in the present invention to indicate the orientation or positional relationship are based on the positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the devices and elements 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 invention.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc. are used to describe various types of information, but such information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are merely used to distinguish information of the same type from one another. For example, "first" information may also be referred to as "second" information, and similarly, "second" information may also be referred to as "first" information without departing from the scope of this utility model.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, an embodiment of the utility model provides a storage device for a handling robot, the storage device includes a shell 1 and a driving mechanism 2, the shell 1 includes an upper cover 101 and a lower shell 102, the lower shell 102 is provided with a accommodating cavity 103, the accommodating cavity 103 is provided with a carrying plate 3 and a shock-absorbing mechanism 4, the carrying plate 3 is arranged in a horizontal direction and is used to carry the light box 5, the shock-absorbing mechanism 4 is connected between the carrying plate 3 and the lower shell 102 to reduce the shock of the carrying plate 3; the lower shell 102 is provided with an opening connected to the accommodating cavity 103, the upper cover 101 is rotatably connected to the lower shell 102, and the upper cover 101 is covered on the opening to cover the accommodating cavity 103; the driving mechanism 2 is connected to the shell 1, and the driving mechanism 2 is used to drive the upper cover 101 to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell 102.

[0043] In this embodiment, the shell 1 is composed of an upper cover 101 and a lower shell 102, which are connected by a rotating connection. A accommodating cavity 103 is provided inside the lower shell 102 for storing the illumination box 5. The lower shell 102 is provided with an opening to facilitate the insertion and removal of the illumination box 5 from the opening. The supporting plate 3 is arranged in the accommodating cavity 103 along the horizontal direction, and is used to carry the illumination box 5 to ensure that the illumination box 5 is placed stably to avoid damage due to shaking during transportation. The shock absorbing mechanism 4 is connected between the supporting plate 3 and the lower shell 102, and is used to perform shock absorbing treatment on the supporting plate 3 and the illumination box 5 on the supporting plate 3. The shock absorbing mechanism 4 can be made of elastic materials such as springs and rubber pads to absorb vibrations during transportation. The drive mechanism 2 is connected to the side wall or bottom wall of the shell 1. When the illumination box 5 needs to be placed in or taken out, the drive mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to open, revealing the opening of the accommodating chamber 103. When the illumination box 5 is placed, the drive mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to close again, sealing the accommodating chamber 103 to prevent dust. The storage device of this embodiment achieves the closure of the accommodating chamber 103 through the close cooperation between the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102, preventing dust from entering the accommodating chamber 103 and protecting the light-transmitting parts of the illumination box 5 from being covered by dust. The setting of the shock-absorbing mechanism 4 enables the supporting plate 3 to absorb vibrations during transportation, preventing the illumination box 5 from being damaged by vibrations. The automatic opening and closing of the upper cover 101 is achieved by the drive mechanism 2, which improves the automation level of the transport robot and reduces the risk of manual operation.

[0044] In use, the carrying robot receives an instruction to carry the light exposure box 5, moves to the starting position, the driving mechanism 2 is started, the upper cover 101 is automatically opened, and the opening of the containing cavity 103 is exposed. Then, the mechanical arm of the carrying robot automatically clamps the light exposure box 5 and places it into the containing cavity 103 of the storage device and ensures stable placement. Then, the driving mechanism 2 drives the upper cover 101 to close to cover the containing cavity 103. The carrying robot starts to carry the storage device and transports it from the starting position to the designated position. After reaching the designated position, the driving mechanism 2 is started again to open the upper cover 101, and the mechanical arm automatically clamps out the light exposure box 5, thereby completing the entire carrying process of the light exposure box 5.

[0045] As an embodiment, as shown in Figure 5 , the damping mechanism 4 includes a plurality of elastic members 401, which are arranged along the first direction X and the second direction Y of the bearing plate 3, the upper end of the elastic member 401 is connected to the bearing plate 3, and the lower end of the elastic member 401 is connected to the lower shell 102.

[0046] Specifically, the elastic member 401 can be made of a material with elasticity such as a spring, a rubber pad, a silica gel block, etc. In this embodiment, the elastic member 401 is preferably a spring because it has the advantages of simple structure, low cost, easy installation and maintenance. The plurality of elastic members 401 are arranged along the first direction X (i.e., the transverse direction) and the second direction Y (i.e., the longitudinal direction) of the bearing plate 3, forming a dense damping structure, which disperses the vibration to each elastic member 401 when the bearing plate 3 and the light exposure box 5 are subjected to vibration, thereby improving the damping effect. The upper end and the lower end of the elastic member 401 are respectively provided with connecting holes, and the elastic member 401 is connected with the bearing plate 3 and the lower shell 102 by bolts or nuts.

[0047] In actual application, according to the design requirements of the storage device and the size of the bearing plate 3, the number and array density of the elastic members 401 are determined. Exemplarily, as shown in Figure 5 , the damping mechanism 4 includes four elastic members 401, which are arranged at intervals along the transverse and longitudinal (i.e., ) bearing plate 3 at the four corner positions.

[0048] As an embodiment, as shown in Figure 3 and Figure 5 , the storage device includes a pressure detection element 6, which is arranged on the bearing plate 3 and used to abut against the light exposure box 5.

[0049] Specifically, the pressure detection element 6 can be a resistive pressure sensor, a capacitive pressure sensor, a piezoelectric pressure sensor, or other sensor types. The pressure detection element 6 is arranged on the surface of the carrying plate 3. When the light box 5 is placed on the carrying plate 3, the bottom of the light box 5 abuts against the pressure detection element 6. The pressure detection element 6 converts the pressure it senses into an electrical signal and transmits it to the control system of the handling robot. The control system then processes the received electrical signal, calculates the pressure value of the light box 5, and displays it on the display screen of the storage device or notifies the operator through other means. The operator can then determine whether the light box 5 is placed stably based on the pressure value, thereby evaluating the loading status of the light box 5 and the safety and stability during the handling process.

[0050] As an implementation method, Figure 3 As shown, the storage device includes two pressure detection elements 6 , which are arranged on the carrying plate 3 along diagonal positions of the carrying plate 3 .

[0051] It should be understood that if the pressure detection element 6 is only provided at a certain edge or corner of the supporting plate 3 , there will be certain monitoring blind areas, and pressure changes in certain areas cannot be detected.

[0052] Based on this, this embodiment places two pressure detection elements 6 diagonally on the diagonals of the support plate 3. This layout ensures that when the illumination box 5 is placed on the support plate 3, both diagonal points can sense pressure, thereby ensuring that pressure changes across the entire support plate 3 can be monitored. If the pressure values ​​at the two diagonal positions differ significantly, it can be determined that the illumination box 5 is unstable or tilted on the support plate 3. Moreover, compared to placing multiple pressure detection elements 6 on the support plate 3, placing two diagonal pressure detection elements 6 is more economical and practical.

[0053] As an embodiment, the storage device includes a material detection element 7 , which is provided on the carrying plate 3 , and is used to emit laser light to the irradiation box 5 to detect whether the irradiation box 5 exists on the carrying plate 3 .

[0054] Specifically, the material detection element 7 includes a laser transmitter and a laser receiver. The laser transmitter is used to emit a laser beam, and the laser receiver is used to receive a light signal reflected by the laser beam on the surface of the irradiation box 5 .

[0055] In this embodiment, the material detection element 7 is mounted in a suitable position within the accommodating cavity 103. When the illumination box 5 is not placed on the supporting plate 3 and the storage device is idle, the laser emitter continuously emits a laser beam and waits to receive a reflected light signal. When the illumination box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3, the laser beam is reflected from the surface of the illumination box 5. The reflected light signal is then received by the laser receiver of the material detection element 7. The reflected light signal is then analyzed and processed to determine whether the illumination box 5 is present on the supporting plate 3.

[0056] It can be understood that when the material detection element 7 receives a reflected light signal, it indicates that the light box 5 is present on the carrying plate 3; if the material detection element 7 does not receive a reflected light signal, it indicates that the carrying plate 3 is empty. Furthermore, if it is determined that the light box 5 is present, the transport robot is controlled to transport the light box 5 to a designated location; if it is determined that the light box 5 is not present, the storage device can be kept idle or an alarm signal can be issued.

[0057] The material detection element 7 in this embodiment realizes accurate detection of the illumination box 5 on the carrying plate 3 by means of laser emission and reception, thereby improving the automation level and detection accuracy of the storage device.

[0058] As an implementation method, Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the storage device includes a first limiter 8, a second limiter 9 and a third limiter 10. The first limiter 8 and the second limiter 9 are arranged on both sides of the carrying plate 3 along the first direction X of the carrying plate 3. The third limiter 10 is arranged on the carrying plate 3 and forms a triangular shape with the first limiter 8 and the second limiter 9. The first limiter 8, the second limiter 9 and the third limiter 10 are used to jointly limit the light box 5; wherein, the material detection element 7 is arranged at any one of the first limiter 8, the second limiter 9 and the third limiter 10.

[0059] Specifically, the first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9 are arranged on the left and right sides of the carrying plate 3, and the third limit member 10 is arranged on the carrying plate 3 at the position of the extension line of the central axis of the first limit member 8 and the second limit member 9. The triangular structure formed by the first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10 prevents the light box 5 from sliding or tilting in any direction on the carrying plate 3, ensuring its stability and safety during transportation.

[0060] When the illumination box 5 is placed on the carrying plate 3, the edges of the illumination box 5 contact the first limit member 8, the second limit member 9 and the third limit member 10 respectively, forming a stable triangular support structure, thereby ensuring that the illumination box 5 maintains the correct position and posture during transportation, and preventing damage due to position displacement or tilt.

[0061] In this embodiment, the material detection element 7 is integrated into the first limiter 8 or the second limiter 9 or the third limiter 10. When the irradiation box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3 and contacts the limiter, the material detection element 7 detects the presence of the irradiation box 5 and sends a signal.

[0062] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the storage device includes an identification device 11 , which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 . The identification device 11 is used to identify the coding information of the illumination box 5 .

[0063] Specifically, the identification device 11 can be a barcode scanner, a QR code scanner, an RFID reader, etc., and is selected according to the type of the coded information on the illumination box 5 .

[0064] During use, the identification device 11 is installed in the storage chamber 103. When the illumination box 5 is placed in the storage chamber 103, the coded information on it faces the identification device 11. The identification device 11 is activated and emits an identification signal (such as a laser beam, radio frequency wave, etc.) to illuminate the coded information of the illumination box 5. The coded information is reflected or transmitted back to the identification device 11. After decoding by the internal processing circuit, the unique identification code of the illumination box 5 is obtained. The identification code is transmitted to the control system of the storage device for subsequent management and tracking operations. The identification device 11 of this embodiment can realize automatic identification and tracking of the illumination box 5, improving the management efficiency of the storage device.

[0065] As an embodiment, the identification device 11 includes a card reader, and the card reader is disposed on the upper surface of the supporting plate 3 .

[0066] Specifically, the identification device 11 is preferably an RFID card reader. The operating principle of an RFID card reader is primarily based on electromagnetic coupling. When the irradiation box 5, affixed with an RFID tag, enters the magnetic field generated by the card reader, it receives the radio frequency signal emitted by the card reader. Using the energy gained from the induced current, it transmits the product information stored in the chip or actively transmits a signal of a certain frequency. The card reader reads and decodes this information, sending it to the control system for relevant data processing. In this embodiment, the card reader is mounted on the upper surface of the support plate 3. When the irradiation box 5 is placed on the support plate 3, its encoded information can face the card reader and be effectively read.

[0067] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the supporting plate 3 is provided with a first positioning post 12 , a second positioning post 13 and a third positioning post 14 for fixing the illumination box 5 , and the first positioning post 12 , the second positioning post 13 and the third positioning post 14 form a triangle shape.

[0068] Specifically, a mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the light box 5, and the first positioning column 12, the second positioning column 13 and the third positioning column 14 can be cylindrical or conical. By embedding the positioning columns into the corresponding mounting holes at the bottom of the light box 5, the positioning and fixation of the light box 5 during initial placement can be achieved, ensuring that the light box 5 is stably placed on the supporting plate and avoiding shaking and displacement during transportation.

[0069] The first positioning post 12, the second positioning post 13, and the third positioning post 14 are arranged in a triangular shape on the supporting plate 3, which can further improve the placement stability of the light box 5 and evenly distribute the load on the supporting plate 3. The triangular positioning post structure design provided in this embodiment fully utilizes the stability principle of the triangle to achieve stable fixation and positioning of the light box 5 on the supporting plate 3.

[0070] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the position of the first positioning column 12 corresponds to the position of the first limiting member 8 , the position of the second positioning column 13 corresponds to the position of the second limiting member 9 , and the position of the third positioning column 14 corresponds to the position of the third limiting member 10 .

[0071] It is understood that when the illumination box 5 is placed on the supporting plate 3, the first positioning post 12 inserts into the corresponding positioning hole at the bottom of the illumination box 5, while the first stopper 8 abuts against the side wall or top of the illumination box 5, thereby achieving dual fixation. Similarly, the corresponding relationships between the second positioning post 13 and the second stopper 9, and the third positioning post 14 and the third stopper 10 are the same as described above. Through the insertion of the positioning posts and the abutment of the stoppers, the illumination box 5 is fixed in multiple positions, making the placement of the illumination box 5 on the supporting plate 3 more stable and reliable. The positioning posts provide a preliminary fixation function, while the stoppers further enhance the stability and security of the fixation.

[0072] As an implementation method, Figure 4 As shown, the storage device includes a temperature and humidity sensor 15 , which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 and fixed to the inner wall of the lower shell 102 . The temperature and humidity sensor 15 is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity 103 .

[0073] Specifically, the light-transmitting components of the illumination box 5 also have certain requirements for ambient temperature and humidity. These components are typically made of transparent or translucent materials, such as plexiglass, which exhibit optimal physical and chemical properties within a specific temperature and humidity range. Outside of this range, the material expands, contracts, deforms, or ages, affecting the light transmittance of the components. Therefore, during the transportation of the illumination box 5, it is necessary to monitor the ambient temperature and humidity of the environment in which it is located.

[0074] Based on this, in this embodiment, a temperature and humidity sensor 15 is fixedly installed in the accommodating cavity 103. This temperature and humidity sensor 15 is arranged on the inner wall of the lower shell 102, and is located close to the light-transmitting component of the light box 5, but avoids direct contact with the light-transmitting component. Thus, the temperature and humidity data in the accommodating cavity 103 are monitored in real time. When the monitored temperature and humidity exceed the preset range, the control system automatically triggers a warning mechanism, such as emitting an audible and visual alarm, to remind the operator to take timely measures.

[0075] In some embodiments, a temperature regulation and humidity control device, such as a heating element, a refrigeration device, and a dehumidifier, is provided inside the storage device. According to the data monitored by the temperature and humidity sensor 15, the temperature and humidity conditions inside the storage device are automatically adjusted to ensure that the light-transmitting components of the light box 5 are in the best working environment.

[0076] As an implementation method, Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes a driving motor 201, a first transmission wheel 202 and a first connecting rod 203. The first transmission wheel 202 is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell 102. One end of the first connecting rod 203 is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel 202, and the other end of the first connecting rod 203 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover 101. The driving motor 201 is used to drive the first transmission wheel 202 to rotate, so that the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to move away from or closer to the lower shell 102 in the vertical direction.

[0077] Specifically, the drive motor 201 is fixedly mounted on the bottom or side wall of the lower housing 102, and its output shaft is directly or indirectly connected to the first transmission wheel 202 to provide rotational power for the first transmission wheel 202. The drive motor 201 can be a DC motor or a stepper motor, which has the characteristics of small size, low noise, precise control, etc., and can also adjust the speed and direction as needed.

[0078] When the driving motor 201 is started, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the first connecting rod 203 drives the upper cover 101 to move, thereby opening or closing the upper cover 101 to facilitate the placement or removal of the illumination box 5 in the accommodating cavity 103 .

[0079] For example, when the drive motor 201 rotates forward, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the transmission action of the first connecting rod 203 causes the upper cover 101 to move vertically away from the lower shell 102, thereby opening the upper cover 101. When the drive motor 201 rotates reversely, the first transmission wheel 202 rotates accordingly, and the transmission action of the first connecting rod 203 also causes the upper cover 101 to move vertically toward the lower shell 102, thereby closing the upper cover 101.

[0080] The control system or control mainboard of the storage device may be integrated near the drive motor 201 or inside the lower shell 102 to receive user instructions and control the start, stop, and direction of the drive motor 201 .

[0081] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes a second transmission wheel 204 and a transmission belt 205 . The second transmission wheel 204 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor 201 . The first transmission wheel 202 is connected to the second transmission wheel 204 through the transmission belt 205 .

[0082] Specifically, the second transmission wheel 204 and the first transmission wheel 202 are rotatably mounted on the sidewall of the lower housing 102, respectively. The rotational axes of the second transmission wheel 204 and the first transmission wheel 202 are parallel to each other. One end of the transmission belt 205 is wound around the teeth of the second transmission wheel 204, and the other end is wound around the teeth of the first transmission wheel 202, forming a closed-loop transmission structure. When the drive motor 201 is activated, its output shaft rotates the second transmission wheel 204. The rotation of the second transmission wheel 204, through the transmission action of the transmission belt 205, drives the first transmission wheel 202 to rotate at the same speed and direction. The tension of the transmission belt 205 can be adjusted by adjusting the distance between the two transmission wheels or installing a tensioning pulley to ensure that the transmission belt 205 remains tensioned at all times.

[0083] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the first connecting rod 203 moves between the first position and the second position under the drive of the driving mechanism 2; the driving mechanism 2 includes a first sensor 206 and a second sensor 207 spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell 102, the first sensor 206 is used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position, and the second sensor 207 is used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position.

[0084] Specifically, the first sensor 206 is used to detect the arrival signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position (closed position), and the second sensor 207 is used to detect the arrival signal when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position (open position). When the first connecting rod 203 moves to the first position, the first connecting rod 203 touches the first sensor 206, then it is determined that the first connecting rod 203 has driven the upper cover 101 to complete the closing action, and the control system stops the operation of the drive motor 201 to keep the upper cover 101 in the closed position; when the first connecting rod 203 moves to the second position, the first connecting rod 203 touches the second sensor 207, then it is determined that the first connecting rod 203 has driven the upper cover 101 to complete the opening action, and the control system stops the operation of the drive motor 201 to keep the upper cover 101 in the open position.

[0085] In this embodiment, the types of the first sensor 206 and the second sensor 207 can be selected according to actual conditions, such as a photoelectric sensor, a proximity sensor, a magnetic induction sensor, etc., as long as they can accurately detect the position of the first connecting rod 203.

[0086] As an implementation method, Figure 6 As shown, the driving mechanism 2 includes at least one second connecting rod 208, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod 203. One end of the second connecting rod 208 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell 102, and the other end of the second connecting rod 208 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover 101.

[0087] Specifically, when the drive motor 201 is activated, the first connecting rod 203 rotates through the transmission action of the transmission wheel set and the transmission belt, driving one end of the upper cover 101 to rise or fall. Simultaneously, because one end of the second connecting rod 208 is fixedly connected to the lower shell 102 and the other end is connected to the upper cover 101, the second connecting rod 208 rotates accordingly as the upper cover 101 moves, thereby providing additional support at another position of the upper cover 101. Through the coordinated action of the first connecting rod 203 and the second connecting rod 208 in this embodiment, the upper cover 101 can move smoothly and reliably between the open and closed positions, avoiding shaking or jamming caused by uneven force on a single connecting rod.

[0088] In this embodiment, a plurality of second connecting rods 208 may be provided on the left and right side walls of the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102 to improve the rotational connection strength between the upper cover 101 and the lower shell 102 .

[0089] As an embodiment, the storage device includes a control mainboard (not shown in the drawings), which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 103 and electrically connected to the driving mechanism 2 .

[0090] Specifically, the control motherboard integrates a variety of electronic components and circuits, including a processor, memory, and input / output interfaces, to meet the intelligent control requirements of the storage device. The control motherboard is connected to the drive motor, sensors, and other components in the drive mechanism 2 via wires to transmit electrical signals and issue control commands.

[0091] As an implementation method, Figure 5 As shown, the lower shell 102 is provided with a connection port 16 , and the connection port 16 is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

[0092] Specifically, the connection port 16 is provided on the lower shell 102 and is used for electrically connecting to the robot body of the transport robot to facilitate data transmission and power supply access.

[0093] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides a transport robot, which includes a robot body and a storage device, wherein the storage device is fixed to the robot body.

[0094] Specifically, the robot body is the core component of the handling robot, responsible for providing power, supporting the storage device, and enabling functions such as movement and steering. The robot body integrates components such as motors, sensors, and controllers to enable functions such as autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and positioning. The storage device is fixed to the top or side of the robot body to facilitate the robot body's carrying and transporting of items during movement. When items need to be transported, the storage device on the robot body is controlled by a drive mechanism to open and close the upper cover, allowing items to be placed in or removed from the storage cavity.

[0095] As an embodiment, the handling robot includes a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box 5 from the first target position to the storage device, and to clamp the illumination box 5 from the storage device to the second target position.

[0096] Specifically, the robotic arm, the core component of the handling robot, utilizes a multi-joint design, including but not limited to rotational, pitch, and telescopic joints, enabling complex movements within three dimensions. Precision pneumatic or electric grippers are mounted at the end of the robotic arm. These grippers incorporate an adaptive gripping mechanism that adjusts gripping force and position based on the size and shape of the illumination box 5, ensuring its safety and stability during the gripping process.

[0097] During use, the transport robot first uses its built-in navigation system to locate itself at a first target location, such as a production line exit or a storage area. Then, under the control of the control system, the robotic arm adjusts the position and posture of its end gripper to clamp the illumination box 5. The robotic arm then places the illumination box 5 into the storage device before releasing the gripper. During the transport robot's movement, the storage device's dustproof and shock-absorbing features protect the transparent components of the illumination box from dust and vibration damage. Once the transport robot reaches the second target location, the robotic arm removes the illumination box 5, completing the entire transport process.

[0098] As an embodiment, the transport robot includes a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

[0099] Specifically, the mobile chassis can be a wheeled chassis or a tracked chassis. For example, a four-steering wheel chassis can be used to realize the lateral, oblique and in-situ rotational movement of the handling robot through the rotation angle and speed of the four steering wheels, so as to meet the flexibility requirements in a narrow working space and the applicability requirements under the complex road conditions of the workshop. A four-wheel drive differential chassis can also be used, which consists of four differential wheels as driving wheels, and a torque distribution system that drives each wheel transfers power to the four wheels of the vehicle, so as to realize in-situ turning movement. The trolley can automatically adjust the torque distribution of each wheel according to the road conditions and the power requirements of the vehicle to provide optimal traction and handling performance. This embodiment does not limit the specific type of mobile chassis.

[0100] It should be understood that the term "and / or" used in this specification and the appended claims refers to any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, including these combinations. It should be noted that, in this article, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or system that includes a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also includes other elements that are not explicitly listed, or also includes elements that are inherent to such process, method, article or system. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "including a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or system that includes the element.

[0101] The serial numbers of the above embodiments of the present invention are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments. The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention, and such modifications or substitutions should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A storage device for a handling robot, characterized in that: include: The housing comprises an upper cover and a lower housing, the lower housing being provided with a receiving cavity, the receiving cavity being provided with a carrying plate and a shock absorbing mechanism, the carrying plate being arranged in a horizontal direction and being used to carry the illumination box, the shock absorbing mechanism being connected between the carrying plate and the lower housing to provide shock absorption for the carrying plate; the lower housing being provided with an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, the upper cover being rotatably connected to the lower housing, and the upper cover being provided over the opening to seal the receiving cavity; A driving mechanism is connected to the shell, and is used to drive the upper cover to rotate in a vertical direction toward a side away from or close to the lower shell.

2. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shock absorbing mechanism includes a plurality of elastic members arranged in an array along the first direction and the second direction of the supporting plate. The upper ends of the elastic members are connected to the supporting plate, and the lower ends of the elastic members are connected to the lower shell.

3. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a pressure detection element, which is arranged on the carrying plate and is used to abut against the illumination box.

4. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: The storage device includes two pressure detection elements, and the two pressure detection elements are arranged on the carrying plate along diagonal positions of the carrying plate.

5. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: The storage device includes a material detection element, which is provided on the carrying plate and is used for emitting laser light toward the irradiation box to detect whether the irradiation box exists on the carrying plate.

6. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 5, characterized in that: The storage device includes a first limiting member, a second limiting member, and a third limiting member. The first limiting member and the second limiting member are provided on both sides of the carrying plate along a first direction of the carrying plate. The third limiting member is provided on the carrying plate and forms a triangle shape with the first limiting member and the second limiting member. The first limiting member, the second limiting member, and the third limiting member are used to jointly limit the light box. Wherein, the material detection element is provided on any one of the first limiting member, the second limiting member and the third limiting member.

7. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 6, characterized in that: The storage device includes an identification device, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and is used to identify the coding information of the illumination box.

8. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 7, characterized in that: The identification device includes a card reader, and the card reader is arranged on the upper surface of the carrying plate.

9. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The carrying plate is provided with a first positioning post, a second positioning post and a third positioning post for fixing the illumination box, and the first positioning post, the second positioning post and the third positioning post form a triangle shape.

10. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a temperature and humidity sensor, which is arranged in the accommodating cavity and fixed to the inner wall of the lower shell. The temperature and humidity sensor is used to detect the temperature and humidity in the accommodating cavity.

11. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a first transmission wheel and a first connecting rod. The first transmission wheel is rotatably arranged on the side wall of the lower shell. One end of the first connecting rod is fixedly connected to the first transmission wheel, and the other end of the first connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover. The driving motor is used to drive the first transmission wheel to rotate so that the first connecting rod drives the upper cover to move away from or closer to the lower shell in the vertical direction.

12. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a second transmission wheel and a transmission belt. The second transmission wheel is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the driving motor. The first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel are connected through the transmission belt.

13. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The first connecting rod moves between a first position and a second position under the drive of the driving mechanism; The driving mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor spaced apart on the side wall of the lower shell, the first sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the first position, and the second sensor being used to obtain an in-position signal when the first connecting rod moves to the second position.

14. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 11, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes at least one second connecting rod, which is arranged parallel to the first connecting rod. One end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lower shell, and the other end of the second connecting rod is rotatably connected to the side wall of the upper cover.

15. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage device includes a control mainboard, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and electrically connected to the driving mechanism.

16. The storage device for a transport robot according to claim 15, characterized in that: The lower shell is provided with a connection port, and the connection port is electrically connected to the control mainboard.

17. A transport robot, characterized in that: The robot comprises a robot body and a storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein the storage device is fixed on the robot body.

18. The transport robot according to claim 17, characterized in that: The transport robot includes a robotic arm connected to the robot body, and the robotic arm is used to clamp the illumination box from a first target position to the storage device, and to clamp the illumination box from the storage device to a second target position.

19. The transport robot according to claim 17, characterized in that: The transport robot includes a mobile chassis, and the mobile chassis is used to carry the robot body.

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