Multi-layer stock bin

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multi-layer stock bin. The multi-layer stock bin comprises a main body frame and a moving mechanism, a plurality of layers of suspended first accommodating platforms are arranged on the left side of the main body frame, and a plurality of layers of suspended second accommodating platforms are arranged on the right side of the main body frame; the first containing platform on the left side and the second containing platform on the right side which are located at the same height are used for containing a plurality of workpieces, and the space between the first containing platform and the second containing platform is used for feeding and discharging of the automatic grabbing device. The moving mechanism is arranged at the bottom of the multi-layer stock bin and used for overall smooth movement of the multi-layer stock bin. Enough space can be reserved for the mechanical arm to grab workpieces, and the working efficiency of the mechanical arm is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation technology, and in particular to a multi-layer silo. Background Technology

[0002] With technological advancements, more and more factories are adopting robotic arms for gripping and moving workpieces. Typically, different processing steps have different workstations. To facilitate transport, movable hoppers are usually installed, holding multiple workpieces for the next processing step. The entire hopper is then moved to the next workstation. For example, patent 202220527022.3 discloses a multi-layer hopper for robotic arms, used to assist in workpiece loading and unloading. However, this patent places workpieces between two partitions, thus limiting the size of the robotic arm. Furthermore, since the workpieces are placed directly on the partitions, the robotic arm needs to grip and release horizontally, which is difficult for long, narrow workpieces. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a multi-layer hopper that can reserve enough space for a robotic arm to grasp workpieces and improve the working efficiency of the robotic arm.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model discloses a multi-layer silo, including a main frame and a moving mechanism;

[0005] The main frame has a multi-layered suspended first receiving platform on the left side and a multi-layered suspended second receiving platform on the right side.

[0006] The first receiving platform on the left and the second receiving platform on the right, located at the same height, are used to place multiple workpieces, and the space between the first receiving platform and the second receiving platform is used for automatic gripping device to load and unload materials.

[0007] The moving mechanism is located at the bottom of the multi-layer silo and is used for the smooth movement of the entire multi-layer silo.

[0008] As an optional implementation, the main frame includes a bottom frame structure and multiple columns; the bottom frame structure is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure, and all other columns are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure.

[0009] Both the first and second receiving platforms are rectangular frames, with three of the four corners of the rectangular frame fixed to one of the columns, and the other corner of the rectangular frame suspended in the air.

[0010] As another optional implementation, the main frame includes a bottom frame structure and multiple columns; the bottom frame structure is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure, and all other columns are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure.

[0011] Both the first and second receiving platforms are L-shaped frames, with the two ends of the L-shaped frame connected to the front and rear columns of the bottom frame, respectively, and the corners of the L-shaped frame are suspended in the air.

[0012] As another optional implementation, the bottom frame structure consists of an outer rectangular frame and a plurality of strip frames in the middle that are connected to and intersect with the outer rectangular frame.

[0013] As another alternative implementation, a reinforcing beam is also included to enhance the stability of the columns; the reinforcing beam is located on top of at least two columns located at the rear side of the bottom frame structure.

[0014] As another optional implementation, the spacing between the first receiving platforms in each layer is 10-500mm, and the spacing between the second receiving platforms in each layer is 10-500mm.

[0015] As another alternative implementation, the moving mechanism includes casters.

[0016] As another optional implementation, the moving mechanism also includes a base connected to the main frame, with casters mounted on the base.

[0017] As another alternative implementation, the first receiving platform and / or the second receiving platform are flat plates.

[0018] As another alternative implementation, a support column is provided between the first receiving platform near the bottom of the main frame and the main frame.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the embodiments of this utility model have the following beneficial effects:

[0020] This embodiment of the invention uses two separate left and right receiving platforms to support the workpiece, making the middle of the hopper hollow, thus reserving enough space for the robotic arm to grasp the workpiece and improving the working efficiency of the robotic arm. The layered design of the receiving platform provides more workpiece placement positions, and the robotic arm can place them sequentially from the bottom to the top, with no restriction on the upper space of the robotic arm each time it is placed. In addition, after placement, the workpiece is suspended in the middle, which also facilitates the robotic arm to pick up and unload. The robotic arm can pick up the workpiece sequentially from the top to the bottom, with no restriction on the upper space of the robotic arm each time it is picked up. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-layer silo disclosed in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a front view structural diagram of a multi-layer silo disclosed in an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] Example 1

[0026] See Figure 1 This utility model discloses a multi-layer silo, including a main frame 1 and a moving mechanism 2;

[0027] The main frame 1 has a multi-layered suspended first receiving platform 3 on its left side and a multi-layered suspended second receiving platform 4 on its right side.

[0028] The first receiving platform 3 on the left and the second receiving platform 4 on the right, located at the same height, are used to place multiple workpieces 6, and the space between the first receiving platform 3 and the second receiving platform 4 is used for automatic gripping device to load and unload materials.

[0029] The moving mechanism 2 is located at the bottom of the multi-layer silo and is used for the smooth movement of the multi-layer silo as a whole.

[0030] This embodiment of the invention uses two separate left and right receiving platforms to support the workpiece, making the middle of the hopper hollow, thus reserving enough space for the robotic arm to grasp the workpiece and improving the working efficiency of the robotic arm. The layered design of the receiving platform provides more workpiece placement positions, and the robotic arm can place them sequentially from the bottom to the top, with no restriction on the upper space of the robotic arm each time it is placed. In addition, after placement, the workpiece is suspended in the middle, which also facilitates the robotic arm to pick up and unload. The robotic arm can pick up the workpiece sequentially from the top to the bottom, with no restriction on the upper space of the robotic arm each time it is picked up.

[0031] In an optional embodiment, the main frame 1 includes a bottom frame structure 11 and a plurality of columns 12; the bottom frame structure 11 is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns 12 are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure 11, and all other columns 12 are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure 11.

[0032] Both the first receiving platform 3 and the second receiving platform 4 are rectangular frames. Three of the four corners of the rectangular frame are fixed to one of the columns 12, and the other corner of the rectangular frame is suspended in the air.

[0033] In another optional embodiment, the main frame 1 includes a bottom frame structure 11 and a plurality of columns 12; the bottom frame structure 11 is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns 12 are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure 11, and all other columns 12 are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure 11.

[0034] Both the first receiving platform 3 and the second receiving platform 4 are L-shaped frames, with the two ends of the L-shaped frame connected to the front and rear columns 12 on the bottom frame, respectively, and the corners of the L-shaped frame are suspended.

[0035] In another optional embodiment, the bottom frame structure 11 consists of an outer rectangular frame 111 and a plurality of strip frames 112 in the middle that are connected to and intersect with the outer rectangular frame 111.

[0036] In another alternative embodiment, a reinforcing beam 13 is also included to enhance the stability of the columns 12; the reinforcing beam 13 is disposed on the top of at least two columns 12 located on the rear side of the bottom frame structure 11.

[0037] In another alternative embodiment, the spacing between each layer of the first receiving platform 3 is 10-500 mm, and the spacing between each layer of the second receiving platform 4 is 10-500 mm.

[0038] In yet another alternative embodiment, the moving mechanism 2 includes casters 21.

[0039] In another optional embodiment, the moving mechanism 2 further includes a base 22, which is connected to the main frame 1, and casters 21 are mounted on the base 22.

[0040] In another alternative embodiment, the base 22 is a rectangular frame in the shape of a grid, which increases the strength of the base and appropriately reduces its weight.

[0041] In another optional embodiment, a support column 5 is provided between the first receiving platform 3 near the bottom of the main frame 1 and the main frame 1; to prevent the material from being accidentally placed and causing the material to come into contact with the bottom surface of the main frame 1, making it difficult for the gripping device to unload the material.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] This utility model embodiment discloses another multi-layer silo, which is basically the same as the multi-layer silo in embodiment one, except that: the first and / or second receiving platforms in this embodiment are flat plates.

[0044] The contents disclosed in this utility model embodiment are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multi-layer silo, characterized in that, Including the main framework and moving mechanisms; The main frame has a multi-layered suspended first receiving platform on the left side and a multi-layered suspended second receiving platform on the right side. The first receiving platform on the left and the second receiving platform on the right, located at the same height, are used to place multiple workpieces, and the space between the first receiving platform and the second receiving platform is used for automatic gripping device to load and unload materials. The moving mechanism is located at the bottom of the multi-layer silo and is used for the smooth movement of the entire multi-layer silo.

2. The multi-layer silo according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main frame includes a bottom frame structure and multiple columns; the bottom frame structure is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure, and all other columns are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure. Both the first and second receiving platforms are rectangular frames, with three of the four corners of the rectangular frame fixed to one of the columns, and the other corner of the rectangular frame suspended in the air.

3. The multi-layer silo according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main frame includes a bottom frame structure and multiple columns; the bottom frame structure is a rectangular frame, wherein two of the columns are fixed to the two front corners of the bottom frame structure, and all other columns are fixed to the rear frame strips of the bottom frame structure. Both the first and second receiving platforms are L-shaped frames, with the two ends of the L-shaped frame connected to the front and rear columns of the bottom frame, respectively, and the corners of the L-shaped frame are suspended in the air.

4. The multi-layer silo according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom frame structure consists of an outer rectangular frame and multiple strip frames in the middle that are connected to and intersect with the outer rectangular frame.

5. The multi-layer silo according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes reinforcing beams to enhance the stability of the columns; the reinforcing beams are located on top of at least two columns located on the rear side of the bottom frame structure.

6. The multi-layer silo according to claim 2, characterized in that, The spacing between the first receiving platforms on each layer is 10-500mm, and the spacing between the second receiving platforms on each layer is 10-500mm.

7. The multi-layer silo according to claim 1, characterized in that, The moving mechanism includes casters.

8. The multi-layer silo according to claim 7, characterized in that, The moving mechanism also includes a base, which is connected to the main frame, and casters are mounted on the base.

9. The multi-layer silo according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first and / or the second accommodating platform are flat plates.

10. The multi-layer silo according to claim 1, characterized in that, A support column is provided between the first receiving platform near the bottom of the main frame and the main frame.

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