Automatic reaming equipment

By optimizing the workpiece transport path and reducing the number of drive devices, the automated reaming equipment solves the problem of workpiece position deviation and achieves high-precision and high-efficiency reaming.

CN223531536UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11ZHEJIANG XINHE POWDER METALLURGY PROD CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422506107.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-17
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-17

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Technical Problem

Existing automated reaming equipment requires multiple drive devices during the workpiece loading process, which leads to workpiece position deviation, affecting processing accuracy and surface quality, making it difficult to meet the high precision and high efficiency requirements of modern manufacturing.

Method used

Design an automated reaming machine that employs a loading and unloading mechanism and a reaming mechanism. Through a precision mechanical transmission and control system, optimize the workpiece conveying path, reduce the number of drive devices, ensure stable positioning and clamping of the workpiece during processing, and achieve precise feeding by combining a guide chute and a vibratory feeder.

Benefits of technology

It improves the accuracy of workpiece loading and processing precision, reduces positional deviation, and enhances processing efficiency and product quality.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to automatic reaming equipment which comprises a feeding and discharging mechanism, a storage bin, a reaming mechanism and a machine frame, the feeding and discharging mechanism is installed on the machine frame, the reaming mechanism is arranged above the feeding and discharging mechanism, the feeding and discharging mechanism comprises a feeding device, a discharging device and a sliding groove, the feeding device is arranged above the discharging device, and the discharging device is arranged above the sliding groove. The feeding device and the discharging device are in sliding fit with the sliding groove, open holes are formed in the feeding device and the discharging device, the storage bin is arranged above the feeding device, and storage holes are formed in the storage bin. By adopting the structure and combining with a precise mechanical transmission and control system, stable positioning and clamping of each workpiece in the machining process can be ensured, the workpieces are ensured not to deviate in a path from a storage bin to a machining position, the workpiece feeding accuracy is improved, meanwhile, the workpieces are ensured not to displace in the machining process, and the machining efficiency is improved. Therefore, the reaming precision and consistency of the workpiece are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of reaming equipment technology, and in particular to an automated reaming equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Reaming is a metalworking method that primarily involves removing a small amount of metal from the hole wall of a workpiece using a reamer. Reaming significantly improves the dimensional accuracy and surface quality of holes, meeting the demands of high-precision machining. With the rapid development of the manufacturing industry, the requirements for hole machining accuracy and efficiency are increasingly demanding. Traditional manual reaming methods suffer from low efficiency, poor accuracy, and high labor intensity, making them unsuitable for modern manufacturing needs. Automated reaming equipment, as an important tool in machining, is increasingly widely used. However, existing automated reaming equipment often requires workpieces to follow complex motion paths during loading, necessitating multiple drive devices positioned at different locations to complete the loading and unloading process. The separate action of these multiple drive devices makes it difficult to guarantee the accuracy of the workpiece position, leading to deviations during machining and resulting in lower accuracy and surface quality of the machined holes. This fails to meet the modern manufacturing industry's pursuit of high precision, high efficiency, and high performance. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an automated reaming equipment that optimizes the conveying path of the workpiece, so that the equipment can complete the loading and unloading work without setting multiple drive devices at different positions, thereby reducing the positional deviation of the workpiece during the processing and improving the accuracy and surface quality of the hole after processing.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model proposes an automated reaming device, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An automated reaming device includes a loading and unloading mechanism, a storage bin, a reaming mechanism, and a frame. The loading and unloading mechanism is mounted on the frame, and the reaming mechanism is positioned above the loading and unloading mechanism. The loading and unloading mechanism includes a loading device, a unloading device, and a sliding groove. The loading device is positioned above the unloading device, and the loading device and unloading device slide in cooperation with the sliding groove. Both the loading device and the unloading device are provided with openings. The storage bin is positioned above the loading device and is provided with a storage hole.

[0006] During the processing, the unloading device first pushes forward, and the workpiece to be processed falls from the storage hole into the opening of the loading device. The loading device then delivers the workpiece to a fixed position for processing. After processing, the unloading device retracts, and the openings of the loading and unloading devices align. The workpiece falls into the opening of the unloading device and then into the next process. This structure, combined with a precise mechanical transmission and control system, ensures stable positioning and clamping of each workpiece during processing, guaranteeing that the workpiece does not deviate from its path from the storage bin to the processing position. This improves the accuracy of workpiece loading, thereby enhancing the precision and consistency of reaming. Simultaneously, during workpiece loading and unloading, the loading device needs to move back and forth between the storage bin and the reaming mechanism to complete the feeding operation, while the unloading device only needs to move back and forth within a small range in the sliding groove. This ensures that the opening on the unloading device does not coincide with the opening of the loading device during workpiece feeding and processing, but coincides during unloading. This satisfies the needs of both workpiece transport and unloading by the loading device, improving processing efficiency.

[0007] Furthermore, the feeding device includes a pusher plate and a drive unit. The drive unit is fixedly connected to one side of the pusher plate, and an opening is located at the end of the pusher plate away from the drive unit. This opening can be aligned with the storage hole on the same axis under the drive of the drive unit. The unloading device consists of the same components as the feeding device. This design allows for precise control of the pusher plate's movement, ensuring that the workpiece is pushed to the designated position quickly and accurately, thus improving the precision and accuracy of workpiece conveying. Because the feeding and unloading devices have identical and compact structures, they can utilize production line space more effectively and optimize the workpiece conveying path.

[0008] Preferably, a machining positioning mechanism is also included. This mechanism is installed below the reaming mechanism and includes a fixed plate, a positioning element, and a lifting device. The lifting device is installed at the bottom of the fixed plate, which has a through hole at its center. The positioning element is fixedly installed below the through hole, and the opening can be aligned with the through hole on the same axis under the drive of the driving device. The machining positioning mechanism, through the combination of the fixed plate, positioning element, and lifting device, provides a stable and precise fixation method for the workpiece. When the opening is aligned with the through hole on the same axis under the drive of the driving device, the lifting device moves the fixed plate, causing the positioning element to fix the workpiece, ensuring the positional accuracy of the workpiece during machining, thereby improving machining accuracy and product quality.

[0009] Preferably, the system also includes a guide chute connected to a storage hole, with a vibrating disc at the other end. This method enables precise material feeding; through the cooperation of the guide chute and the vibrating disc, the workpiece flows towards the storage hole at a stable and uniform speed, helping to reduce processing errors caused by uneven material supply or unstable speed.

[0010] Preferably, the frame includes a mounting plate, and the processing positioning mechanism is mounted on the mounting plate. The mounting plate has a discharge port located directly below the through-hole. Positioning the discharge port directly on the mounting plate, below the through-hole, ensures that the processed workpiece can fall directly into the predetermined position through the discharge port. This design optimizes the workpiece flow path and improves production efficiency.

[0011] Preferably, a feeding section is provided at the bottom of the feeding port. The feeding section is inclined, and a receiving box is provided at the bottom of the feeding section. The inclined design of the feeding section can effectively guide the material to slide smoothly from the feeding port into the receiving box. This design utilizes the effect of gravity to avoid the accumulation and blockage of material during the falling process.

[0012] Preferably, the reaming mechanism includes a moving device and a reaming device, with the reaming device fixedly mounted at one end of the moving device. A reamer is mounted on the reaming device. The reaming mechanism uses commercially available equipment. Precise height adjustment of the reaming device via the moving device ensures that the reamer enters the workpiece at the correct depth and angle during machining, thereby improving the reaming accuracy.

[0013] In summary, this automated reaming equipment optimizes the workpiece conveying path through a series of coordinated steps, improves the accuracy of workpiece loading, and ensures that the workpiece does not shift during processing, thereby improving the accuracy and consistency of workpiece reaming. Attached Figure Description

[0014] The utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall assembly structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the loading / unloading mechanism, storage bin, and processing positioning mechanism of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the loading / unloading mechanism and storage bin structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hole-reaming mechanism and the machining positioning mechanism of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the processing positioning mechanism and mounting plate structure of this utility model;

[0020] The components include: feeding mechanism-1, feeding device-11, pushing plate-111, driving device-112, opening-113, feeding device-12, sliding groove-13, storage bin-2, storage hole-21, reaming mechanism-3, moving device-31, reaming device-32, reamer-321, frame-4, mounting plate-41, feeding port-411, feeding part-412, receiving box-413, processing positioning mechanism-5, fixing plate-51, through hole-511, positioning component-52, lifting device-53, guide groove-6, and vibratory feeder-7. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] like Figure 1 An automated reaming device is shown, comprising a loading / unloading mechanism 1, a storage bin 2, a reaming mechanism 3, and a frame 4. The loading / unloading mechanism 1 is mounted on the frame 4, and the reaming mechanism 3 is positioned above the loading / unloading mechanism 1. Figure 3 As shown, the loading and unloading mechanism 1 includes a loading device 11, a unloading device 12, and a sliding groove 13. The loading device 11 is located above the unloading device 12. The loading device 11 and the unloading device 12 are slidably engaged with the sliding groove 13. Both the loading device 11 and the unloading device 12 are provided with openings 113. The storage bin 2 is located above the loading device 11 and is provided with a storage hole 21.

[0023] During the processing, the unloading device 12 first pushes forward, and the workpiece to be processed falls from the storage hole 21 into the opening 113 of the loading device 11. The loading device 11 then delivers the workpiece to a fixed position for processing. After processing, the unloading device 12 retracts, and the openings 113 of the loading device 11 and unloading device 12 overlap. The workpiece falls into the opening 113 of the unloading device 12 and then into the next step of the process. This structure, combined with a precise mechanical transmission and control system, ensures stable positioning and clamping of each workpiece during processing, guaranteeing that the workpiece does not deviate from its path from the storage bin 2 to the processing position. This improves the accuracy of workpiece loading, thereby enhancing the precision and consistency of reaming. Meanwhile, during the loading and unloading of workpieces, the loading device 11 needs to move back and forth between the storage bin 2 and the reaming mechanism 3 to complete the feeding work, while the unloading device 12 only needs to move back and forth within a small range in the sliding groove 13, so that the opening 113 on it does not coincide with the opening 113 of the loading device 11 when feeding and processing the workpiece, but coincides when unloading. In this way, the needs of the loading device 11 for transporting and unloading workpieces can be met, and the processing efficiency is improved.

[0024] Furthermore, such as Figure 3As shown, the feeding device 11 includes a pusher plate 111 and a drive device 112. The drive device 112 is fixedly connected to one side of the pusher plate 111. An opening 113 is located at the end of the pusher plate 111 away from the drive device 112. The opening 113 can be aligned with the storage hole 21 on the same axis under the drive of the drive device 112. The unloading device 12 is composed of the same components as the feeding device 11. This design can precisely control the movement of the pusher plate 111, ensuring that the workpiece is pushed to the designated position quickly and accurately, thus improving the precision and accuracy of workpiece conveying. Since the feeding device 11 and the unloading device 12 have the same and compact structure, they can utilize the space on the production line more effectively and optimize the workpiece conveying path.

[0025] Preferably, a processing positioning mechanism 5 is also included, such as... Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the machining positioning mechanism 5 is installed below the reaming mechanism 3. The machining positioning mechanism 5 includes a fixed plate 51, a positioning element 52, and a lifting device 53. The lifting device 53 is installed at the bottom of the fixed plate 51. A through hole 511 is provided at the center of the fixed plate 51. The positioning element 52 is fixedly installed below the through hole 511. The opening 113 can be aligned with the through hole 511 on the same axis under the drive of the driving device 112. The machining positioning mechanism 5, through the combination of the fixed plate 51, the positioning element 52, and the lifting device 53, provides a stable and precise fixation method for the workpiece. When the opening 113 is aligned with the through hole 511 on the same axis under the drive of the driving device 112, the lifting device 53 drives the fixed plate 51 to move, causing the positioning element 52 to fix the workpiece, ensuring the positional accuracy of the workpiece during machining, thereby improving machining accuracy and product quality.

[0026] As a preferred option, such as Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a guide trough 6, which is connected to the storage hole 21. A vibratory feeder 7 is provided at the other end of the guide trough 6. This method can achieve precise material feeding. Through the cooperation of the guide trough 6 and the vibratory feeder 7, the workpiece flows to the storage hole 21 at a stable and uniform speed, which helps to reduce processing errors caused by uneven material supply or unstable speed.

[0027] As a preferred option, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the frame 4 includes a mounting plate 41, and a processing positioning mechanism 5 is mounted on the mounting plate 41. The mounting plate 41 has a discharge port 411, which is located directly below the through hole 511. By directly mounting the discharge port 411 on the mounting plate 41 and placing it directly below the through hole 511, the machined workpiece can be directly dropped into the predetermined position through the discharge port 411. This design optimizes the workpiece flow path and improves production efficiency.

[0028] As a preferred embodiment, as shown in diagram 4, a feeding section 412 is provided at the bottom of the feeding port 411. The feeding section 412 is an inclined body, and a receiving box 413 is provided at the bottom end of the feeding section 412. The feeding section 412 is designed as an inclined body, which can effectively guide the material to slide smoothly from the feeding port 411 into the receiving box 413. This design utilizes the effect of gravity to avoid the accumulation and blockage of material during the falling process.

[0029] As a preferred option, such as Figure 4 As shown, the reaming mechanism 3 includes a moving device 31 and a reaming device 32. The reaming device 32 is fixedly mounted at one end of the moving device 31, and a reamer 321 is mounted on the reaming device 32. The reaming mechanism 3 uses commercially available equipment. By precisely adjusting the height of the reaming device 32 through the moving device 31, it can ensure that the reamer 321 enters the workpiece at the correct depth and angle during processing, thereby improving the accuracy of the reaming.

[0030] In summary, this automated reaming equipment optimizes the workpiece conveying path through a series of coordinated steps, improves the accuracy of workpiece loading, and ensures that the workpiece does not shift during processing, thereby improving the accuracy and consistency of workpiece reaming.

[0031] In summary, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automated reaming machine, comprising a loading and unloading mechanism (1), a storage bin (2), a reaming mechanism (3), and a frame (4), characterized in that: The loading and unloading mechanism (1) is mounted on the frame (4), and the hinge mechanism (3) is located above the loading and unloading mechanism (1). The loading and unloading mechanism (1) includes a loading device (11), a unloading device (12), and a sliding groove (13). The loading device (11) is located above the unloading device (12). The loading device (11), the unloading device (12), and the sliding groove (13) are slidably engaged. Both the loading device and the unloading device are provided with openings (113). The storage bin (2) is located above the loading device (11), and the storage bin (2) is provided with a storage hole (21).

2. The automated reaming equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding device (11) includes a pusher plate (111) and a drive device (112). The drive device (112) is fixedly connected to one side of the pusher plate (111). The opening (113) is located at one end of the pusher plate (111) away from the drive device (112). The opening (113) can be located on the same axis as the storage hole (21) under the drive of the drive device (112). The unloading device (12) is composed of the same components as the feeding device (11).

3. The automated reaming equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a processing positioning mechanism (5), which is installed below the reaming mechanism (3). The processing positioning mechanism (5) includes a fixed plate (51), a positioning component (52), and a lifting device (53). The lifting device (53) is installed at the bottom of the fixed plate (51). The fixed plate (51) has a through hole (511) at its center. The positioning component (52) is fixedly installed below the through hole (511). The opening (113) can be located on the same axis as the through hole (511) under the drive of the driving device (112).

4. The automated reaming device according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a material guide trough (6), which is connected to a storage hole (21), and a vibrating plate (7) is provided at the other end of the material guide trough (6).

5. The automated reaming device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The frame (4) includes a mounting plate (41), the processing positioning mechanism (5) is mounted on the mounting plate (41), and the mounting plate (41) is provided with a discharge port (411), which is located directly below the through hole (511).

6. The automated reaming device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the discharge port (411) is provided with a discharge section (412), which is an inclined body, and a receiving box (413) is provided at the bottom end of the discharge section (412).

7. The automated reaming device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reaming mechanism (3) includes a moving device (31) and a reaming device (32). The reaming device (32) is fixedly installed at one end of the moving device (31), and a reamer (321) is provided on the reaming device (32).