Key testing device

By designing an automated button testing device, including a fixing plate, grippers, a first pressing mechanism, and a camera, the problems of high cost and unstable quality of manual testing are solved, and efficient and stable button testing is achieved.

CN223538513UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11TESHIWEI AUTOMATION EQUIP (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422760314.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-12
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Current testing of electrical buttons relies on manual assembly lines, which is costly and prone to oversights, leading to inconsistent quality.

Method used

Design a button testing device that includes a fixed plate, a gripper, a first pressing mechanism, a second pressing mechanism, and a camera to achieve automated testing.

Benefits of technology

Automated testing equipment reduces labor costs, improves testing stability and efficiency, and avoids quality problems caused by human error.

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Abstract

The key testing device comprises a fixing plate, a clamping jaw part, a first pressing mechanism, a second pressing mechanism and a camera, the fixing plate is of a plate-shaped structure provided with a penetrating structure, and one end of the fixing plate extends out by a preset distance to form an extending part. The clamping jaw part is arranged on the extension part of the fixed plate; the first pressing mechanism is of a cuboid structure, the first pressing mechanism is detachably arranged on the clamping jaw part, and the first pressing mechanism comprises a plurality of pressing heads with different sizes; the second pressing mechanism is arranged on the fixing plate and can relatively slide in the left-right direction of the fixing plate, and the arrangement direction of the second pressing mechanism is the same as that of the clamping jaw part; the camera is detachably arranged on the fixing plate, and the orientation of a camera head of the camera is the same as the arrangement direction of the clamping jaw part and the arrangement direction of the second pressing mechanism; through the arrangement, automation and intelligence are achieved, manpower is replaced, and the technical problems that the labor cost is high, and the quality is unstable due to omission are solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation technology, and in particular to a button testing device. Background Technology

[0002] Many electrical appliances nowadays come with buttons, such as washing machines and microwave ovens. However, before leaving the factory, it is necessary to test whether all the buttons can be used properly. The existing testing methods are basically manual assembly line testing, which is not only costly, but also prone to quality instability due to oversights. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, this application provides a button testing device that can replace manual testing.

[0004] According to one aspect of this application, a button testing device is provided, including a fixed plate, a gripper portion, a first pressing mechanism, a second pressing mechanism, and a camera; the fixed plate is a cuboid structure with a through-hole structure, and one end of the fixed plate extends by a predetermined distance to form an extension portion; the gripper portion is disposed on the extension portion of the fixed plate; the first pressing mechanism is a cuboid structure, detachably disposed on the gripper portion, and includes several pressing heads of different sizes; the second pressing mechanism is disposed on the fixed plate and can slide relative to the fixed plate in the length direction, and the second pressing mechanism and the gripper portion are located on the same side of the fixed plate; the camera is detachably disposed on the fixed plate, and the orientation of the camera lens is the same as the setting direction of the gripper portion and the setting direction of the second pressing mechanism.

[0005] In one possible implementation, the gripper portion includes a cylinder mounting base, a first cylinder, grippers, and a first sensor; the cylinder mounting base is configured as an "L" shape and is disposed on an extension of the fixing plate; the first cylinder is a block structure and is disposed on one side of the cylinder mounting base; the grippers are disposed on the first cylinder and are two "T" shaped structures, which are openable and closable on both sides of the first cylinder; the first sensor is disposed on the first cylinder and is located between the two "T" shaped structures.

[0006] In one possible implementation, the second pressing mechanism includes a second connecting plate, a second cylinder, a second sensor, and a telescopic member; the second connecting plate is slidably disposed on the fixed plate; the second cylinder is disposed on the second connecting plate; the telescopic member has a hollow structure and is disposed on the second cylinder; the second sensor is disposed within the hollow structure of the telescopic member; and the pressing head is also disposed on the telescopic member.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the first pressing mechanism includes a first connecting plate detachably connected to the gripper, and a plurality of the pressing heads are disposed on the first connecting plate.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the system further includes a first motor, a ball screw, and a limiting block; the first motor is disposed on the fixed plate and on the other side of the gripper portion and the fixed plate; the ball screw is disposed on the fixed plate and located on the through structure of the fixed plate, one end of the ball screw is electrically connected to the first motor, and the ball screw drives the second connecting plate to move; the limiting block is a plate-shaped structure and is disposed at one end of the fixed plate and connected to the other end of the ball screw.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the ball screw is provided with a sliding plate that passes through the ball screw and is connected to the second connecting plate.

[0010] In one possible implementation, a third connecting plate and support rods are also included; the third connecting plate has holes for connection and use with external instruments; there are several support rods, one end of which is connected to the fixed plate and the other end of which is connected to the third connecting plate.

[0011] In one possible implementation, a camera light source is also included, which is disposed on the fixed plate and located below the camera.

[0012] In one possible implementation, a second motor is also included, which is disposed between the second pressing mechanism and the camera, and the second pressing mechanism and the second motor are adapted for synchronous belt connection.

[0013] In one possible implementation, an outer slide rail is provided on the fixed plate, and an inner slide rail is provided on the second connecting plate, wherein the outer slide rail and the inner slide rail are adapted to each other.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting up a fixed plate, a gripper, a first pressing mechanism, a second pressing mechanism, and a camera; the gripper, the first pressing mechanism, the second pressing mechanism, and the camera are all set on the fixed plate, which is set up to fix the gripper, the first pressing mechanism, the second pressing mechanism, and the camera; the gripper is set up to fix the first pressing mechanism; the camera is set up to detect the specific position of the button to be tested, and then control the first pressing mechanism and the second pressing mechanism to the path and specific position, which are used to press the button to be tested; this application achieves automation through the above settings, replacing manual labor. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This document shows a schematic diagram of the specific structure of the button testing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0016] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first pressing mechanism of the button testing device according to an embodiment of this application is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0018] Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar symbols denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model or simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0020] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0021] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," "fixing," "linking," and "hinged" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, the button testing device includes a fixed plate 100, a gripper 200, a first pressing mechanism 300, a second pressing mechanism 400, and a camera 500. The fixed plate 100 is a cuboid structure with a through-hole structure, and one end of the fixed plate 100 extends by a predetermined distance to form an extension. The gripper 200 is disposed on the extension of the fixed plate 100. The first pressing mechanism 300 is detachably disposed on the gripper 200, and the first pressing mechanism 300 includes several pressing heads 350 of different sizes. The second pressing mechanism 400 is disposed on the fixed plate 100 and can slide relative to the fixed plate 100 in the length direction, and the second pressing mechanism 400 and the gripper 200 are located on the same side of the fixed plate 100. The camera 500 is detachably disposed on the fixed plate 100, and the orientation of the camera lens of the camera 500 is the same as the setting direction of the gripper 200 and the setting direction of the second pressing mechanism 400.

[0023] Specifically, a fixing plate 100 is provided to fix the gripper 200, the first pressing mechanism 300, the second pressing mechanism 400, and the camera 500. The gripper 200, the first pressing mechanism 300, the second pressing mechanism 400, and the camera 500 are all mounted on the fixing plate 100. The fixing plate 100 is a plate-shaped structure with a through-hole to facilitate the subsequent connection of the ball screw. To facilitate the placement of the gripper 200, a predetermined extension is formed at one end of the fixing plate 100. The gripper 200 is mounted on the extension of the fixing plate 100. This arrangement does not occupy the space required for the second pressing mechanism 400 and the camera 500. The first pressing mechanism 300 and the second pressing mechanism 400 are both for pressing the button to be tested, and can be selected as needed. The first pressing mechanism 300 and the second pressing mechanism 400 can test simultaneously or separately. The first pressing mechanism 300 is detachably mounted on the gripper part 200 so that the gripper part can control the position of the first pressing mechanism 300 to facilitate alignment with the button to be tested. The first pressing mechanism 300 includes several pressing heads 310 of different sizes to be able to test different types of buttons. A camera is provided to obtain the position of the button to be tested, so as to facilitate control of the positions of the first pressing mechanism 300 and the second pressing mechanism 400.

[0024] In one possible implementation, the gripper portion 200 includes a cylinder mounting base 210, a first cylinder 220, grippers 230, and a first sensor 240; the cylinder mounting base 210 is configured as an "L" shape and is disposed on the extension of the fixing plate 100; the first cylinder 220 is a block structure and is disposed on one side of the cylinder mounting base 210; the grippers 230 are disposed on the first cylinder 220 and are two "T" shaped structures, which are openable and closable on both sides of the first cylinder 220; the first sensor 240 is disposed on the first cylinder 220 and is located between the two "T" shaped structures.

[0025] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, in order to achieve automatic gripping of the first pressing mechanism 300, the gripper part 200 includes a cylinder mounting base 210, a first cylinder 220, grippers 230, and a first sensor 240. The grippers 230 are provided to mount the first pressing mechanism 300. The first pressing mechanism 300 has a cuboid structure. The grippers 230 are set as two "T"-shaped structures to facilitate the adaptation of the grippers 230 to the first pressing mechanism 300. The first cylinder 220 is provided to control the opening and closing of the grippers 230. The cylinder mounting base 210 is provided to fix the first cylinder 220 on the mounting plate 100. The first sensor 240 is provided to detect the magnitude of the applied pressure.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the second pressing mechanism 400 includes a second connecting plate 410, a second cylinder 420, a second sensor 430, and a telescopic member 440; the second connecting plate 410 is slidably mounted on the fixed plate 100; the second cylinder 420 is mounted on the second connecting plate 410; the telescopic member 440 has a hollow structure and is mounted on the second cylinder 420; the second sensor 430 is mounted within the hollow structure of the telescopic member 440; and the pressing head 350 is also mounted on the telescopic member 440.

[0027] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the specific structure of the second pressing mechanism 300 includes a second connecting plate 310, a second cylinder 320, a second sensor 330, and a telescopic member 340. The second connecting plate 310 is provided to allow the second cylinder 320, the second sensor 330, and the telescopic member 340 to slide relative to the fixed plate 100, and the overall distance can be adjusted as needed. The second cylinder 320 is provided to drive the telescopic member 340 and the pressing head 350 to press the button to be detected. Therefore, the telescopic member 340 is set on the second cylinder 320, and the pressing head 350 is also set on the telescopic member 340. In order to detect the pressure of the pressing head 350, the second sensor 330 is set in the hollow structure of the telescopic member 340. With this setting, when the pressing head 350 starts to press the mechanism to be detected, the second sensor 330 comes into contact with the pressing head 350, and the pressing head 350 can obtain the magnitude of the applied pressure.

[0028] The telescopic component 340 includes a first support plate, a second support plate, and two telescopic springs. The first support plate is mounted on the second cylinder 320. One end of each of the two telescopic springs is connected to the first support plate, and the other end is connected to the second support plate. The second sensor 330 is mounted on the first support plate.

[0029] In one possible implementation, the first pressing mechanism 300 includes a first connecting plate 310, which is detachably connected to the gripper 230, and a plurality of pressing heads 350 are disposed on the first connecting plate 310.

[0030] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the first pressing mechanism 300 specifically includes a first connecting plate 310 and several pressing heads 350. The first connecting plate 310 is detachably connected to the gripper 230 for fixation. The several pressing heads 350 are of different models, which facilitates testing different models of buttons.

[0031] In one possible implementation, the system further includes a first motor 110, a ball screw 120, and a limiting block 130. The first motor 110 is mounted on the fixed plate 100 and is located on the other side of the gripper portion 200 and the fixed plate 100. The ball screw 120 is mounted on the fixed plate 100 and is located on the through structure of the fixed plate 120. One end of the ball screw 120 is electrically connected to the first motor 110, and the ball screw 120 drives the second connecting plate 310 to move. The limiting block 130 is a plate-shaped structure and is mounted on one end of the fixed plate 100 and connected to the other end of the ball screw 120. A sliding plate is provided on the ball screw 120, which passes through the ball screw 120 and is connected to the second connecting plate 310.

[0032] Specifically, in order to adjust the position of the second pressing mechanism 400, a first motor 110, a ball screw 120, and a limiting block 130 are provided on the opposite side of the fixed plate 100 and the second pressing mechanism 400. The first motor 110 is connected to the ball screw 120 and drives the ball screw 120 to move. In order to connect the ball screw 120 to the second connecting plate 310, a sliding piece is provided. The ball screw 120 is connected to the second connecting plate 310 through the sliding piece and drives the second connecting plate 310 to move. The limiting block 130 is provided to prevent the sliding piece from falling off during operation.

[0033] In one possible implementation, a third connecting plate 140 and a support rod 150 are also included; the third connecting plate 140 has holes for connection and use with external instruments; there are several support rods 150, one end of which is connected to the fixed plate 100 and the other end of which is connected to the third connecting plate 140.

[0034] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, in order to enable the whole assembly to be fixed to the outside for use, a third connecting plate 140 and a support rod 150 are provided. The third connecting plate 140 is connected to the fixed plate 100 through the support rod 150. The third connecting plate 140 has holes and is fixed to the external instrument by threaded connection. There are 4 support rods 150, which are respectively set at the lower part of the four corners of the third connecting plate 140, so as not to obstruct the passage of the ball screw 120.

[0035] In one possible implementation, a camera light source 510 is also included, which is disposed on the fixed plate 100 and located below the camera 500.

[0036] Specifically, a camera light source 510 was installed to make the buttons to be tested more clearly visible.

[0037] In one possible implementation, a second motor 450 is also included, which is disposed between the second pressing mechanism 400 and the camera 500, and the second pressing mechanism 400 and the second motor 450 are adapted for synchronous belt connection.

[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the second motor 450 is provided to provide power to the second pressing mechanism 400, enabling the second pressing mechanism 400 to complete the pressing action.

[0039] When using this application: First, the whole unit is fixed on the instrument by the third connecting plate 140. The first pressing mechanism 300 is fixed by the gripper 230. The button to be tested is detected by the camera 500. The positions of the first pressing mechanism 300 and the second pressing mechanism 400 are adjusted. When the button to be tested reaches the designated position, the first cylinder 220 and the second cylinder 330 extend towards the button to complete the test.

[0040] Through the above settings, this application achieves automation and intelligence, replacing manual labor and solving the technical problems of high manual costs and unstable quality due to oversights.

[0041] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the scope disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A button testing device, characterized in that, Includes a fixed plate, a gripper, a first pressing mechanism, a second pressing mechanism, and a camera; The fixing plate is a cuboid structure with a through structure, and one end of the fixing plate extends out a predetermined distance to form an extension portion; The gripper portion is disposed on the extension portion of the fixed plate; The first pressing mechanism has a cuboid structure, and is detachably mounted on the gripper portion. The first pressing mechanism includes several pressing heads of different sizes. The second pressing mechanism is disposed on the fixed plate and can slide relative to the fixed plate in the length direction, and the second pressing mechanism and the gripper are located on the same side of the fixed plate; The camera is detachably mounted on the fixed plate, and the camera lens is oriented in the same direction as the gripper and the second pressing mechanism.

2. The button testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gripper portion includes a cylinder mounting base, a first cylinder, grippers, and a first sensor; The cylinder mounting base is configured with an "L" shaped structure, and the cylinder mounting base is located on the extension of the mounting plate; The first cylinder has a block structure and is disposed on one side of the cylinder mounting base; The grippers are mounted on the first cylinder. The grippers are two "T"-shaped structures and are mounted on both sides of the first cylinder in an openable manner. The first sensor is mounted on the first cylinder and located between the two "T" shaped structures.

3. The button testing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second pressing mechanism includes a second connecting plate, a second cylinder, a second sensor, and a telescopic component; The second connecting plate is slidably mounted on the fixed plate; The second cylinder is mounted on the second connecting plate; The telescopic component has a hollow structure and is mounted on the second cylinder. The second sensor is disposed within the hollow structure of the telescopic component; The pressing head is also provided on the telescopic member.

4. The button testing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first pressing mechanism includes a first connecting plate, which is detachably connected to the gripper, and a plurality of pressing heads are disposed on the first connecting plate.

5. The button testing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a first motor, a ball screw, and a limit block; The first motor is mounted on the fixed plate and is located on the other side of the gripper portion and the fixed plate; The ball screw is mounted on the fixed plate and located on the through structure of the fixed plate. One end of the ball screw is electrically connected to the first motor, and the ball screw drives the second connecting plate to move. The limiting block is a plate-shaped structure, and the limiting block is located at one end of the fixed plate and connected to the other end of the ball screw.

6. The button testing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The ball screw is provided with a sliding plate, which passes through the ball screw and is connected to the second connecting plate.

7. The button testing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a third connecting plate and a support rod; The third connecting plate has holes for connection and use with external instruments. There are several support rods, one end of which is connected to the fixed plate, and the other end of which is connected to the third connecting plate.

8. The button testing device according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, It also includes a camera light source, which is disposed on the fixed plate and located below the camera.

9. The button testing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a second motor, which is disposed between the second pressing mechanism and the camera, and the second pressing mechanism and the second motor are adapted for synchronous belt connection.

10. The button testing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, An outer slide rail is provided on the fixed plate, and an inner slide rail is provided on the second connecting plate, wherein the outer slide rail and the inner slide rail are adapted to each other.