FMS flexible automatic line loading and unloading station equipment
By introducing FMS (Flexible Manufacturing System) flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment into the flexible manufacturing system, the problem of high human intervention is solved by utilizing automated mechanical operation and sensing technology. This achieves efficient and safe material transfer and precise positioning, thereby improving production efficiency and product quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423075595.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-13
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-11
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing flexible manufacturing systems involve excessive human intervention and long manual loading and unloading times, resulting in high error rates, low efficiency, and safety risks.
Design a flexible automated loading and unloading station (FMS) that integrates a work turntable, sensors, robotic arms, automated warehouse, conveyor belts, etc. It adopts highly automated mechanical operation and combines advanced computer control system and sensing technology to achieve efficient material transfer and precise positioning between processing stations.
It significantly improves production efficiency, reduces labor costs, lowers error rates, enhances safety, and ensures the continuity of the production process and the consistency of products.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of loading and unloading technology, and in particular to an FMS flexible automatic line loading and unloading station equipment. Background Technology
[0002] Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) is an intelligent manufacturing system that integrates computer information technology, advanced manufacturing technology, and automated material storage and transportation technology. Existing technologies involve excessive human intervention, excessively long manual loading and unloading times, high error rates due to human operation, low efficiency of materials between processing stations, and risks of work accidents and injuries. Utility Model Content
[0003] In order to overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an FMS flexible automatic line loading and unloading station equipment.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: an FMS flexible automatic line loading and unloading station equipment, including a working turntable and sensors. The working turntable includes a worktable and a rotating table. The worktable is connected to the rotating table. The worktable includes a positioning plate and a fixed bracket. The positioning plate is connected to the fixed bracket. The positioning plate is provided with a positioning cone hole. The sensors include a height limit detection sensor and a material detection sensor. The height limit detection sensor and the material detection sensor are connected to a rear double-opening automatic door. The rear double-opening automatic door is connected to a housing. The housing is provided with a front double-opening door.
[0005] As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes a cutting tool, an automated warehouse, a robotic arm, a conveyor belt, and a palletizer, wherein the palletizer reciprocates on the conveyor belt, and the conveyor belt is connected to the automated warehouse.
[0006] As a further improvement of this utility model: the palletizer is connected to a lifting mechanism, the lifting mechanism is connected to a workpiece, and the workpiece is located on a worktable.
[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model: the worktable is provided with side ears on both sides, the bottom end of the rotary table is connected to the base, and the base is connected to the lower shell.
[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model: the lower housing is provided with a support frame, the bottom of the support frame is provided with foot pads, and one side of the support frame is connected to a control panel.
[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model: the worktable and the rotary table are connected by a fixed bracket, the fixed bracket is located on both sides of the positioning plate, and the number of positioning cone holes is four.
[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model: the rotary table includes a rotary assembly, a limit switch, a reduction mechanism and a servo motor, the rotary assembly is connected to the reduction mechanism, and the reduction mechanism is connected to the limit switch.
[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model: the limit switch includes a positioning pin, which is located at 0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees and 270 degrees of the positioning cone hole.
[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model: the rotating assembly includes a rotating bearing and a rotating table pin, and the rotating table pin is controlled to be pushed out or retracted by a drive system.
[0013] As a further improvement to this invention, the integration of a material storage system, including pallet warehouses and tool magazines, with loading and unloading station equipment makes material caching and management more efficient. The Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS / RS) can quickly provide the correct materials according to demand, ensuring production continuity.
[0014] As a further improvement of this invention, the loading and unloading station equipment needs to be seamlessly integrated with the FMS central control system to achieve global optimization and scheduling through data exchange and command communication. This integration enables various devices to share production plans and status information, thereby working collaboratively.
[0015] As a further improvement of this utility model: the central control system adopts an advanced computer control system to coordinate and monitor the operation of all equipment and realize the automated management of the entire system.
[0016] As a further improvement of this utility model: the conveyor belt and conveying system include roller conveyors, chain conveyors, etc., which are responsible for transferring materials between various workstations.
[0017] As a further improvement of this utility model: the sensor and detection device are used to monitor the equipment status, workpiece position and quality, to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the production process.
[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0019] This invention achieves efficient material transfer between various processing stations through highly automated mechanical operations, significantly reducing manual intervention and improving production efficiency;
[0020] Reduced labor costs: Automated equipment can run continuously 24 hours a day, requiring only a small amount of manpower for maintenance and monitoring, which significantly reduces labor costs;
[0021] Improved production efficiency: Automated operation eliminates the time required for manual loading and unloading, making the production process more seamless and efficient;
[0022] Reduce error rate: Automated systems, through precise control and sensing technologies, can reduce errors caused by human operation and improve product consistency and quality;
[0023] Enhanced safety: Automated equipment can reduce worker involvement in heavy or dangerous tasks, thereby reducing the risk of workplace accidents and injuries;
[0024] It adopts advanced servo motors and reduction mechanisms, which improves the accuracy of rotation and positioning, and is compatible with 1.5t workpieces with dimensions of 1000mm*1000mm*1000mm; the loading and unloading station can be equipped with a turntable that can rotate 360 degrees and be positioned every 90 degrees. Attached Figure Description
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the workbench structure of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating table structure of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the lower shell of this utility model;
[0030] In the diagram: 1. Workbench; 2. Rotary table; 3. Positioning plate; 4. Fixed bracket; 5. Positioning cone hole; 6. Height limit sensor; 7. Material detection sensor; 8. Rear double automatic door; 9. Housing; 10. Front double door; 11. Workpiece; 12. Side lug; 13. Base; 14. Lower housing; 15. Support frame; 16. Foot pad; 17. Control panel; 18. Rotary assembly; 19. Limit switch; 20. Rotary bearing; 21. Rotary table ejector pin. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0032] It should be noted that the terms "comprising" and "having" and any variations thereof in the specification, claims and accompanying drawings of this utility model are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such processes, methods, products or devices.
[0033] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0034] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments: Figure 1-5 The FMS flexible automated loading and unloading station equipment shown includes a work turntable and sensors. The work turntable includes a worktable 1 and a rotating table 2. The worktable 1 is connected to the rotating table 2. The worktable 1 includes a positioning plate 3 and a fixed bracket 4. The positioning plate 3 is connected to the fixed bracket 4. The positioning plate 3 is provided with a positioning cone hole 5. The sensors include a height limit detection sensor 6 and a material detection sensor 7. The height limit detection sensor 6 and the material detection sensor 7 are connected to a rear double automatic door 8. The rear double automatic door 8 is connected to a housing 9. The housing 9 is provided with a front double door 10.
[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the system also includes a cutting tool, an automated warehouse, a robotic arm, a conveyor belt, and a palletizer, wherein the palletizer reciprocates on the conveyor belt, which is connected to the automated warehouse.
[0036] In a preferred embodiment, the palletizer is connected to a lifting mechanism, the lifting mechanism is connected to the workpiece 11, and the workpiece 11 is located on the workbench 1.
[0037] In a preferred embodiment, the worktable 1 is provided with side ears 12 on both sides, the bottom end of the rotary table 2 is connected to the base 13, and the base 13 is connected to the lower housing 14.
[0038] In a preferred embodiment, the lower housing 14 is provided with a support frame 15, the bottom of the support frame 15 is provided with a foot pad 16, and one side of the support frame 15 is connected to a control panel 17.
[0039] In a preferred embodiment, the worktable 1 and the rotary table 2 are connected by a fixed bracket 4, which is located on both sides of the positioning plate 3, and the number of positioning cone holes 5 is four.
[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the rotary table 2 includes a rotary assembly 18, a limit switch 19, a reduction mechanism, and a servo motor. The rotary assembly 18 is connected to the reduction mechanism, and the reduction mechanism is connected to the limit switch 19.
[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the limit switch 19 includes a positioning pin located at 0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees and 270 degrees of the positioning cone hole 5.
[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the rotating assembly 18 includes a rotary bearing 20 and a rotary table ejector pin 21, the rotary table ejector pin 21 being controlled to eject or retract by a drive system.
[0043] As a preferred implementation, the loading and unloading station equipment works closely with CNC machine tools, machining centers, and other equipment to ensure timely supply and removal of materials, thus ensuring uninterrupted processing. For example, a robot can automatically remove completed workpieces from a machine tool and load new workpieces for processing.
[0044] As a preferred implementation, the loading and unloading station equipment integrates advanced control technology, sensing technology, and information technology, enabling it to have multiple functions such as automatic identification, positioning, loading, and unloading, and to maximize its effectiveness in different scenarios.
[0045] As a preferred embodiment, the loading and unloading station equipment can handle workpieces, cutting tools and fixtures of various shapes, sizes and weights, and can be adapted to different materials by changing the end effector or adjusting the operating parameters.
[0046] The working principle of this utility model:
[0047] This utility model adopts automatic loading and unloading: according to production instructions, it automatically completes the loading and unloading operations of workpieces between machine tools, pallets and conveying systems;
[0048] Material handling: Using conveyor belts, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and other devices to move materials from one workstation to another;
[0049] Caching and storage: Temporarily store workpieces and cutting tools to ensure timely supply of materials during the production process;
[0050] Information exchange: By exchanging data with the central control system, production plans can be adjusted in real time and logistics routes optimized;
[0051] Increased production efficiency: Automated material loading, unloading, and handling processes reduce the inefficiencies associated with manual operations. Compared to traditional manual methods, production efficiency is increased by approximately 30%.
[0052] Reduced labor costs: The application of automated loading and unloading station equipment has significantly reduced reliance on manual labor, reducing human resource costs by approximately 20%.
[0053] Improving product quality: The high-precision operation of automated equipment and the real-time monitoring and feedback system enable product quality to be controlled to a higher standard, resulting in a significant reduction in the defect rate;
[0054] Enhanced production flexibility: The high flexibility of the flexible manufacturing system enables Maxim Integrated to respond quickly to market changes and adjust product types and production plans. New product launch time has been reduced by 50%.
[0055] Implementation Case 1:
[0056] like Figure 1-5 The FMS flexible automated loading and unloading station equipment shown includes a work turntable and sensors. The work turntable includes a worktable 1 and a rotating table 2. The worktable 1 is connected to the rotating table 2. The worktable 1 includes a positioning plate 3 and a fixed bracket 4. The positioning plate 3 is connected to the fixed bracket 4. The positioning plate 3 is provided with a positioning cone hole 5. The sensors include a height limit detection sensor 6 and a material detection sensor 7. The height limit detection sensor 6 and the material detection sensor 7 are connected to a rear double automatic door 8. The rear double automatic door 8 is connected to a housing 9. The housing 9 is provided with a front double door 10.
[0057] It also includes cutting tools, an automated warehouse, a robotic arm, a conveyor belt, and a palletizer. The palletizer reciprocates on the conveyor belt, which is connected to the automated warehouse. The palletizer is connected to a lifting mechanism, which is connected to a workpiece 11. The workpiece 11 is located on a workbench 1. The workbench 1 has side lugs 12 on both sides. The bottom of the rotary table 2 is connected to a base 13, which is connected to a lower housing 14. The lower housing 14 has a support frame 15, and the bottom of the support frame 15 has foot pads 16. One side of the support frame 15 is connected to a control panel 17. The workbench 1 and... The rotary table 2 is connected by a fixed bracket 4, which is located on both sides of the positioning disk 3. There are four positioning cone holes 5. The rotary table 2 includes a rotary assembly 18, a limit switch 19, a reduction mechanism and a servo motor. The rotary assembly 18 is connected to the reduction mechanism, and the reduction mechanism is connected to the limit switch 19. The limit switch 19 includes a positioning pin, which is located at 0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees and 270 degrees of the positioning cone hole 5. The rotary assembly 18 includes a rotary bearing 20 and a rotary table ejector pin 21. The rotary table ejector pin 21 is controlled to be ejected or retracted by a drive system.
[0058] Initial setup: Before operation begins, the central control system sends instructions according to the production plan to initialize the equipment parameters of the loading and unloading station, including tool position, gripping force, and movement trajectory.
[0059] Material identification and positioning: Sensors and vision systems are activated to automatically detect the position and orientation of materials. Through data feedback from high-precision sensors, the loading and unloading station equipment can accurately pinpoint the specific location of the materials.
[0060] Material gripping: The robotic arm or automated gripper moves to the location of the material according to instructions from the central control system. The mechanical gripper grips the material with predetermined force and angle, ensuring a secure grip without damaging the material.
[0061] Material handling: After grabbing the material, the loading / unloading station equipment moves it to the target location. During this process, sensors continuously operate to ensure the material is stable and not accidentally dropped or collided with. Common material handling tools include conveyor belts and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
[0062] Material placement: After reaching the target location, the mechanical gripper releases the material according to a preset program and places it in a designated location, such as a machine tool workbench or a palletizer.
[0063] Feedback and Adjustment: After each operation, the sensors and control system collect data in real time and feed it back to the central control system. If deviations or abnormalities occur, the system will automatically adjust and correct to ensure the accuracy of the next operation.
[0064] Implementation Case 2:
[0065] In this embodiment, as shown... Figure 1-5 The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment shown uses the same technical means as the loading and unloading station equipment in Implementation Case 1.
[0066] First, the robotic arm transports workpiece 11 to workbench 1. The operator manually opens the front double door 10 and adjusts the angle of workpiece 11 using the rotary table 2. After preparation, the front double door 10 is closed, and the operation panel starts the equipment operation. When workpiece 11 is finished, the double automatic door 8 opens, and the palletizer behind moves workpiece 11 above the conveyor belt through the lifting mechanism. Then, the palletizer is sent to the automated warehouse via the conveyor belt.
[0067] These devices can operate in different modes, including automatic, manual, and semi-automatic modes, and can be flexibly switched according to production needs. For example, automatic mode is suitable for large-scale continuous production, while manual mode is suitable for debugging or small-batch production.
[0068] The main functions of this utility model are:
[0069] This utility model has strong material adaptability: the loading and unloading station equipment can handle workpieces, cutting tools and fixtures of various shapes, sizes and weights, and can adapt to different materials by changing the end effector or adjusting the operating parameters.
[0070] Multiple operating modes: These devices can operate in different modes, including automatic, manual, and semi-automatic modes, and can be flexibly switched according to production needs. For example, automatic mode is suitable for large-scale continuous production, while manual mode is suitable for debugging or small-batch production.
[0071] Integration of multiple technologies: Loading and unloading station equipment typically integrates advanced control technology, sensing technology, and information technology, enabling it to perform multiple functions such as automatic identification, positioning, loading, and unloading, and to maximize its effectiveness in different scenarios.
[0072] Integration with inspection equipment: Loading and unloading station equipment is often integrated with inspection equipment (such as vision systems, distance sensors, etc.) to achieve real-time monitoring and feedback of materials and the environment, thereby improving operational accuracy and reliability.
[0073] In summary, any other corresponding modifications made by those skilled in the art after reading this utility model document, based on the technical solution and concept of this utility model without creative mental effort, shall all fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0074] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper end face", "lower end face", "top", "bottom", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the actual direction of use of this utility model.
[0075] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended 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 or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this utility model.
Claims
1. An FMS (Flexible Manual Service) flexible automated loading and unloading station equipment, characterized in that, The device includes a worktable and sensors. The worktable includes a workbench and a rotating platform. The workbench is connected to the rotating platform. The workbench includes a positioning plate and a fixed support. The positioning plate is connected to the fixed support and has a positioning cone hole. The sensors include a height limit detection sensor and a material detection sensor. The height limit detection sensor and the material detection sensor are connected to a rear double-opening automatic door. The rear double-opening automatic door is connected to a housing. The housing has a front double-opening door.
2. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes cutting tools, automated warehouses, robotic arms, conveyor belts, and palletizers, with the palletizers reciprocating on the conveyor belts connected to the automated warehouses.
3. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The palletizer is connected to a lifting mechanism, which is connected to a workpiece, which is located on a worktable.
4. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The worktable has side lugs on both sides, the bottom of the rotary table is connected to the base, and the base is connected to the lower housing.
5. The FMS flexible automated loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lower housing is provided with a support frame, the bottom of the support frame is provided with foot pads, and a control panel is connected to one side of the support frame.
6. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The worktable and the rotary table are connected by a fixed bracket, which is located on both sides of the positioning plate, and the number of positioning cone holes is four.
7. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotary table includes a rotary assembly, a limit switch, a reduction mechanism, and a servo motor. The rotary assembly is connected to the reduction mechanism, and the reduction mechanism is connected to the limit switch.
8. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The limit switch includes a positioning pin, which is located at 0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees and 270 degrees of the positioning cone hole.
9. The FMS flexible automated line loading and unloading station equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The rotating assembly includes a rotary bearing and a rotary table ejector pin, which is controlled to extend or retract by a drive system.