Engine transferring tool suitable for AGV assembling and transferring

By designing an engine transfer fixture with adjustable support columns and locking casters, the logistical difficulties caused by inconsistent pallet models and AGV compatibility issues were resolved, thereby improving the efficiency of engine assembly and material transfer.

CN223533960UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11엑스씨엠지 컨스트럭션 머쉬너리 코퍼레이션 리미티드 엘티디 빌딩 머쉬너리 코퍼레이션
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Application Number
CN202423113158.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-17
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-17

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Technical Problem

In the existing engine assembly mode, inconsistent pallet models lead to inconsistent tooling, difficulties in logistics sorting and recycling, and incompatibility with AGV logistics transfer vehicles, resulting in material waiting and reduced assembly efficiency.

Method used

An engine transfer fixture including a main frame was designed, which uses adjustable support columns and locking casters to achieve the universality of the engine fixture and its universal adaptability to AGVs. The fixture can be adjusted in the XYZ axis directions to meet the support requirements of different engine models.

Benefits of technology

It improves engine assembly efficiency and material handling automation efficiency, realizes the universality of engine tooling and AGV adaptability, and reduces the difficulties and waste of resources in logistics transportation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an engine transfer tool suitable for AGV assembly transfer, which comprises a tool main body frame, the tool main body frame comprises a base body and a bearing hole group plate, the base body is composed of rectangular pipes, and the tool main body frame is provided with an engine supporting leg adjustable supporting column and an engine pump group adjustable supporting column; bottom supports of the engine supporting leg adjustable supporting columns and the engine pump set adjustable supporting columns are connected with the bearing hole set plate through first cylindrical pins so that position adjustment in the transverse direction and the longitudinal direction can be conducted. The height of the engine supporting leg adjustable supporting column and the height of the engine pump set adjustable supporting column are adjusted in the mode that first cylindrical pins penetrate through hole bodies of the inner round pipe and the outer round pipe. The height of the engine supporting leg adjustable supporting column and the height of the engine pump set adjustable supporting column are adjusted through bolts. According to the utility model, the universality of the engine tool and the universal adaptability of the engine tool to the AGV are realized, a reasonable assembly space is provided, and the overall assembly efficiency of the engine is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to transfer tooling, and more particularly to an engine transfer tooling suitable for AGV assembly and transfer. Background Technology

[0002] In existing main engine assembly plants, engine assembly mostly adopts the traditional "assembly island" assembly mode. The manufacturer delivers the engine along with its packaging and shipping rack to the engine assembly unit. On-site, the packaging is unpacked and placed onto the engine body and base pallet (the engine and the pallet are connected by the shipping rack). Subsequently, the assembly personnel assemble the engine components and pump set (except for the engine bracket) on this basis. After the installation is completed, the forklift transports the engine along with the base to the turntable assembly area. Then, the assembly personnel in the Xia Yidao process remove the engine shipping rack and assemble the engine support base. Finally, the logistics personnel clean up and remove the engine base and shipping rack.

[0003] The existing technology has the following problems: 1. Current assembly relies on the engine's built-in pallet. Different pallet models, materials, and specifications are inconsistent, resulting in inconsistent tooling on site and difficulties for logistics personnel in sorting and recycling. 2. It cannot be adapted to on-site AGV logistics transfer carts, requiring the use of forklifts for transfer, causing material waiting and wasting AGV resources. 3. The pallet support cannot be removed and must be transferred to the next process, resulting in reduced assembly efficiency in the next process.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to develop new engine transfer fixtures specifically designed for AGV assembly and transfer, to meet the needs of different engine models, adapt to on-site AGV logistics transfer carts, and improve on-site assembly efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] Purpose of the utility model: In view of the shortcomings and defects of the existing technology, this utility model provides an engine transfer fixture suitable for AGV assembly and transfer, realizing the universality of engine fixtures and their universal adaptability to AGVs, providing reasonable assembly space, and improving the overall assembly efficiency of engines.

[0006] Technical Solution: This utility model discloses an engine transfer fixture suitable for AGV assembly and transfer, characterized in that: it includes a main frame, comprising a base composed of rectangular tubes and a bearing hole assembly plate; the main frame is equipped with adjustable engine support columns and adjustable engine pump support columns; the bottom supports of the adjustable engine support columns and the adjustable engine pump support columns are connected to the bearing hole assembly plate via cylindrical pins for horizontal and vertical position adjustment; the height of the adjustable engine support columns and the adjustable engine pump support columns is adjusted via cylindrical pins passing through holes in the inner and outer tubes; the height of the adjustable engine support columns and the adjustable engine pump support columns is adjusted via bolts.

[0007] The substrate is located above the AGV logistics transfer vehicle.

[0008] The base has several triangular blocks at its bottom, and the base is connected to the top of the external AGV logistics transfer vehicle by cylindrical pins passing through the holes of the triangular blocks.

[0009] The base has several locking casters and several casters at its bottom, and the locking casters and casters are connected to the main frame of the tooling by bolts.

[0010] The adjustable support column for the engine foot and the adjustable support column for the engine pump unit have holes at their bottom supports. The bottom supports are connected to the holes in the bearing hole plate by a cylindrical pin passing through the holes.

[0011] The adjustable support column of the engine foot has a circular platform structure at its top.

[0012] The top of the adjustable support column of the engine pump unit has a V-shaped groove structure.

[0013] The main frame of the tooling is equipped with a handrail on its side.

[0014] The handrail is connected to the main frame of the tooling at both ends by cylindrical pins and latches.

[0015] Beneficial effects: Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following significant advantages: The present invention realizes the universality of engine tooling and the universal adaptability of engine tooling to AGV, provides reasonable assembly space, improves the overall assembly efficiency of the engine, and improves the automation efficiency of engine component material transfer. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a top view of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable support column for the engine mount of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable support column of the engine pump assembly of this utility model;

[0020] In the diagram, 1 is the main frame of the tooling; 2 is the adjustable support column of the engine outrigger; 3 is the adjustable support column of the engine pump assembly; 4 is cylindrical pin one; 5 is the handle; 6 is cylindrical pin two; 7 is the pin; 8 is the locking caster; 9 is the caster; and 10 is the bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0022] This utility model discloses an engine transfer fixture suitable for AGV assembly and transfer, comprising a main frame 1, which includes a base composed of rectangular tubes and a bearing hole assembly plate. The main frame 1 is equipped with an adjustable engine support column 2 and an adjustable engine pump assembly support column 3. The bottom supports of the adjustable engine support column 2 and the adjustable engine pump assembly support column 3 are connected to the bearing hole assembly plate via cylindrical pins 4 for horizontal and vertical position adjustment. The height of the adjustable engine support column 2 and the adjustable engine pump assembly support column 3 is adjusted by the cylindrical pins 4 passing through holes in the inner and outer circular tubes. The height of the adjustable engine support column 2 and the adjustable engine pump assembly support column 3 is adjusted by bolts 10.

[0023] The base of this utility model is located above the AGV logistics transfer vehicle. Several triangular blocks are provided at the bottom of the base, and the base is connected to the top of the external AGV logistics transfer vehicle via cylindrical pins passing through the holes in the triangular blocks. Several locking casters 8 and casters 9 are provided at the bottom of the base, and the locking casters 8 and casters 9 are connected to the main frame 1 of the tooling via bolts 10. The bottom supports of the adjustable engine foot support column 2 and the adjustable engine pump group support column 3 have holes, and the bottom supports are connected to the holes in the bearing hole plate via cylindrical pins 4 passing through the holes. The top of the adjustable engine foot support column 2 is a circular platform structure. The top of the adjustable engine pump group support column 3 is a V-groove structure. Handrails 5 are provided on the side of the main frame 1 of the tooling. The two ends of the handrails 5 are connected to the main frame 1 of the tooling via cylindrical pins 6 and pins 7.

[0024] This utility model employs a combination of adjustable engine foot support columns 2 and adjustable engine pump assembly support columns 3 mounted on a bearing hole assembly plate. Position adjustment in the X and Y axes is achieved through fixing with cylindrical pins, thus adapting to different engine base spacings. The adjustable engine foot support columns 2 and the adjustable engine pump assembly support columns 3 achieve Z-axis adjustment through alignment of inner and outer cylindrical holes and the use of cylindrical pins. Fine-tuning of the Z-axis height is achieved through a bolt and nut structure, thereby accommodating different engine base height differences.

[0025] In use, the top of the AGV logistics transfer trolley is connected to the engine transfer fixture of this utility model for transfer. The engine is placed on the adjustable support column 2 of the engine outriggers and the adjustable support column 3 of the engine pump unit to prevent the engine from tipping over during transfer. The adjustable support column 2 of the engine outriggers and the adjustable support column 3 of the engine pump unit in the XYZ axis direction can meet the placement requirements of different engine models.

[0026] This utility model features locking casters 8 and 9 installed on the legs of the main frame 1 of the tooling, facilitating short-distance manual transport of the tooling on-site and avoiding logistical difficulties caused by AGVs or equipment. The handrail 5 is designed with a pin-fixing method to avoid the risk of the tooling being too long during transport.

[0027] This utility model's tooling solution is compatible with multiple engine models. Due to the inconsistency in engine models, the spacing between engine supports varies. Traditional engine support tooling has poor versatility and cannot achieve a one-to-many mode, resulting in tooling waste and space occupation. This tooling, based on data collection from multiple engine models, examines the XY plane distribution of the engine support positions for each model. By evenly distributing an array of holes on the bearing surface of the tooling body, and in conjunction with adjustable support columns, it achieves the goal of covering the support positions of multiple engine models.

[0028] Due to differences in engine models, the height of the engine supports also varies. The tooling solution of this invention allows for Z-axis adjustment via an adjustable support column for the engine feet. Height adjustment is achieved in two parts: firstly, by aligning the evenly distributed holes on the lower inner and outer circular tubes with pins, a large-scale adjustment in this direction is possible. Secondly, the top structure of the support uses a bolt-nut assembly, allowing for fine-tuning of the height by adjusting the nut position. The adjustable support column for the engine pump unit has the same main structure as the adjustable support column for the engine feet, with a V-groove at the top to support the pump unit after height adjustment.

[0029] This invention achieves the universality of engine tooling and its universal adaptability to AGVs, provides reasonable assembly space, improves the overall assembly efficiency of the engine, and enhances the automation efficiency of engine component material transfer.

Claims

1. An engine transfer fixture suitable for AGV assembly and transfer, characterized in that: The tooling includes a main frame (1), which consists of a base made of rectangular tubes and a bearing hole plate. The main frame (1) is provided with an adjustable support column (2) for the engine foot and an adjustable support column (3) for the engine pump. The bottom supports of the adjustable support column (2) for the engine foot and the adjustable support column (3) for the engine pump are connected to the bearing hole plate by a cylindrical pin (4) for horizontal and vertical position adjustment. The adjustable support column (2) for the engine foot and the adjustable support column (3) for the engine pump are adjusted in height by passing the cylindrical pin (4) through the holes of the inner and outer round tubes. The adjustable support column (2) for the engine foot and the adjustable support column (3) for the engine pump are adjusted in height by bolts (10).

2. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The substrate is located above the AGV logistics transfer vehicle.

3. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base has several triangular blocks at its bottom, and the base is connected to the top of the external AGV logistics transfer vehicle by cylindrical pins passing through the holes of the triangular blocks.

4. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base has several locking casters (8) and several casters (9) at its bottom. The locking casters (8) and casters (9) are connected to the main frame (1) of the tooling by bolts (10).

5. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustable support column (2) for the engine foot and the adjustable support column (3) for the engine pump set have holes in their bottom supports. The bottom supports are connected to the holes in the bearing hole plate by a cylindrical pin (4) passing through the holes.

6. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the adjustable support column (2) of the engine support foot is a circular platform structure.

7. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the adjustable support column (3) of the engine pump unit is a V-shaped groove structure.

8. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main frame (1) of the tooling is provided with a handrail (5) on the side.

9. The engine transfer fixture for AGV assembly and transfer according to claim 8, characterized in that: The two ends of the handrail (5) are connected to the main frame (1) of the tooling through cylindrical pin (6) and pin (7).