Intelligent goods shelf

Abstract

The utility model discloses an intelligent goods shelf. The intelligent goods shelf comprises a goods shelf shell, a multi-channel storage module, an automatic supply module and an automatic checking module. A mounting mechanism is arranged in the goods shelf shell; the multi-channel storage module comprises a tray assembly and a position-adjustable partition plate. The tray assembly is detachably arranged on the mounting mechanism, a storage location channel is arranged in the tray assembly, and the storage location channel is divided into a plurality of channels by the partition plates; the automatic supply module is arranged in the channel in a sliding mode, and the automatic supply module conveys goods located on one side of the automatic supply module to a goods outlet of the goods shelf shell in sequence; and the automatic checking module is connected with the automatic supply module and is used for detecting the quantity of the goods in the channel. The size of the channel can be adjusted, the space utilization rate in the goods shelf can be improved, meanwhile, the goods located on one side of the automatic supply module are automatically conveyed to the goods outlet, the number of the goods in the goods shelf channel is checked in real time through the automatic checking module, and the storage and taking efficiency of the goods is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and more specifically, to an intelligent shelf. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, traditional shelving aisle units typically have only one fixed storage area. Replenishing stock between different aisles requires manual movement or robotic movement for stock exchange, retrieval, and inventory checks, resulting in low efficiency. Furthermore, the dimensions and storage space of traditional shelving aisles are predetermined during the initial design phase, and the aisles cannot be interconnected or moved. Once goods are placed in their corresponding aisles, they cannot be moved, exhibiting the following drawbacks:

[0003] (1) Each item is of different size and each storage space cannot accommodate items of different sizes, which will result in some items not being able to be placed in the storage space, making it very inconvenient for users.

[0004] (2) Once a storage location channel is accessed in the front or back direction, when goods in front or behind are taken out, the other side will not automatically fill the gap, resulting in very low efficiency of goods access.

[0005] (3) Traditional shelf inventory requires manual counting and does not have the function of inventory counting of goods. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of existing technologies, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an intelligent shelf to solve the problems of fixed dimensions of existing shelf storage aisles and storage areas, low storage space utilization, and low efficiency of goods storage and retrieval.

[0007] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0008] An intelligent shelving unit includes a shelving shell, a multi-channel storage module, an automatic replenishment module, and an automatic inventory counting module. An installation mechanism is installed within the shelving shell. The multi-channel storage module, located within the shelving shell, includes a pallet assembly and adjustable partitions. The pallet assembly is detachably mounted on the installation mechanism and contains storage aisles. The partitions are movably positioned within the pallet assembly along a first direction, dividing the storage aisles into multiple channels. The first direction is the direction between the rear wall of the shelving shell and the outlet of the shelving shell. The automatic replenishment module is slidably installed within the channels and sequentially delivers goods located inside the automatic replenishment module to the outlet of the shelving shell. The automatic inventory counting module, connected to the automatic replenishment module, is used to detect the quantity of goods in the channels.

[0009] Furthermore, the smart shelving also includes an automatic inventory module, which is installed at the bottom of the aisle and corresponds to the automatic replenishment module, used to detect the quantity of goods in the aisle.

[0010] Furthermore, a detection plate is provided on one side of the automatic replenishment module, and the automatic inventory module is a grating module, which is wirelessly coupled to the detection plate.

[0011] Furthermore, there are n partitions, which divide the storage space aisle into n+1 channels.

[0012] Furthermore, the automatic replenishment module includes a guide assembly, a coil spring assembly and a guide base connected to each other. The guide assembly is fixedly disposed in the channel along a first direction, the guide base is engaged with the guide assembly, and the coil spring assembly rotates elastically to drive the guide base to slide along the guide assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, the automatic replenishment module also includes a limiting component, which is mounted on the guide component and slidably positioned within the channel to restrict the movement of goods.

[0014] Furthermore, the smart shelving also includes a pre-compression module, which is movably mounted above the aisle. A limit block is provided at the bottom of the pallet assembly, and the top of the pre-compression module moves toward the pallet assembly near its top and abuts against the limit block to assist in limiting the goods.

[0015] Furthermore, the pre-compression module includes a limiting part and an adjustable support part. One end of the support part abuts against the top of the goods, and the limiting part is connected to the other end of the support part, and the limiting part extends along the width direction of the shelf shell.

[0016] Furthermore, the shelf housing includes uprights and shelves disposed between the uprights, with mounting mechanisms provided on the shelves, and sliding parts fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the pallet assembly, the sliding parts being slidably disposed on the mounting mechanisms.

[0017] Furthermore, the installation mechanism includes a sliding rail, a support plate, and a fixed plate mounted on the shelf. The sliding rail is connected to one side of the support plate, and the other side of the support plate is mounted on the fixed plate. The sliding element is slidably disposed within the sliding rail to movably mount the pallet assembly within the shelf housing.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model embodiment are:

[0019] First, this application provides an intelligent shelf that divides the storage aisle into multiple aisles by setting adjustable partitions in the pallet assembly. The position of the partitions in the pallet assembly is adjusted according to the size of the goods to adjust the size of the aisles to accommodate goods of different sizes and improve the space utilization rate of the shelf.

[0020] Secondly, in this embodiment of the application, an automatic replenishment module is set up in the channel. The automatic replenishment module can drive the goods to move along the direction of the channel and deliver the goods located on one side of the automatic replenishment module to the outlet, thereby enabling the picking and placing of goods and improving efficiency.

[0021] Meanwhile, this application embodiment enables real-time inventory counting of goods in the channel by setting up an automatic inventory module connected to an automatic replenishment module in the channel, saving manpower and material resources and improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an intelligent shelf according to an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a top view of a multi-channel storage module shown in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-channel storage module according to an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of an automatic replenishment module and an automatic inventory module according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of an automatic replenishment module according to an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pre-compression module according to an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a pre-compression module disposed within a shelf housing according to an embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning mechanism shown in one embodiment of this application.

[0031] Reference numerals: Shelf shell 1; Upright 11; Multi-channel storage module 2; Pallet assembly 21; Pallet 211; Recess 212; Sliding component 213; Limiting block 214; Partition 23; Channel 24; Slide rail assembly 25; Automatic replenishment module 3; Coil spring assembly 31; Coil spring 311; Roller part 312; Connecting piece 313; Guide assembly 32; Guide base 321; Fixed column 323; Handle 324; Limiting component 33; Automatic inventory module 4; Detection piece 41; Grating module 42; Pre-compression module 5; Limiting part 51; Support part 52; Mounting mechanism 6; Sliding rail 61; Support plate 62; Fixed plate 63. Detailed Implementation

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inner" and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an intelligent shelf that solves the problems of fixed dimensions and storage areas in existing shelving, low storage space utilization, and low efficiency in storing and retrieving goods.

[0034] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] See Figure 1 -3, an intelligent shelf, comprising a shelf shell 1, a multi-channel storage module 2, and an automatic replenishment module 3.

[0036] An installation mechanism 6 is provided inside the shelf shell 1. The multi-channel storage module 2 is detachably installed on the installation mechanism 6 inside the shelf shell 1, and the multi-channel storage module 2 is movably connected to the installation mechanism 6. The number of multi-channel storage modules 2 can be adjusted according to the height of the goods to improve the space utilization rate inside the shelf shell 1. That is, by adjusting the assembly and disassembly of the multi-channel storage module 2 and the installation mechanism 6, the number of multi-channel storage modules 2 can be increased or decreased.

[0037] The direction between the rear wall of the shelf housing 1 and the outlet of the shelf housing 1 is the first direction.

[0038] The multi-channel storage module 2 includes a tray assembly 21 and a partition 23.

[0039] The bottom of the pallet assembly 21 is detachably mounted on the mounting mechanism 6. The pallet assembly 21 is provided with a storage channel for receiving goods. A partition 23 is provided in the pallet assembly 21 along a first direction to divide the storage channel into multiple channels 24. The partition 23 is movably mounted in the pallet assembly.

[0040] The automatic replenishment module 3 is slidably disposed within the channel 24, and the automatic replenishment module 3 sequentially transports the goods located inside the automatic replenishment module 3 to the outlet of the shelf housing 1.

[0041] This embodiment of the application sets up a multi-channel storage module 2 for storing goods. A movable partition 23 is installed within the multi-channel storage module 2. This partition divides the storage space into multiple channels 24, improving the space utilization of the multi-channel storage module 2. Furthermore, the position of the partition 23 can be adjusted to accommodate goods of different specifications, increasing the flexibility of the smart shelf and enhancing the user experience. This embodiment also includes an automatic replenishment module 3, which moves the goods to the outlet of the shelf shell, allowing for manual or robotic replacement and replenishment, thus improving the efficiency of the smart shelf.

[0042] In one embodiment, the aforementioned intelligent shelf can be combined and connected with an intelligent unmanned warehouse as a storage module to serve as a storage unit within the unmanned warehouse. Furthermore, the storage unit has an automatic inventory counting function, automatically calculating the quantity of goods on the shelf shell by detecting the stacking dimensions and thickness of the goods.

[0043] In the above embodiment, multiple installation mechanisms 6 are provided, and the multiple installation mechanisms 6 are spaced apart inside the shelf housing 1. The number of multi-channel storage modules 2 can be adjusted by connecting and disconnecting the multi-channel storage modules 2 from the installation mechanisms 6.

[0044] In one embodiment, there are n partitions 23, which divide the storage space channel into n+1 channels 24 to improve the space utilization of the multi-channel storage module 2.

[0045] In one embodiment, a partition 23 is provided, which divides the storage space passage into two passages 24, namely passage one and passage two (not shown in the figure). By adjusting the position of the partition 23, the width of passage one and passage two can be adjusted to accommodate goods of different specifications.

[0046] In another embodiment, at least two partitions 23 are provided, which divide the storage space aisle into more than three channels 24. By increasing the number of partitions 23, the number of channels 24 is increased, changing from two channels 24 to more than three channels 24, in order to accommodate goods of different specifications and improve the utilization rate of channels 24.

[0047] The pallet assembly 21 is movably disposed within the rack housing 1.

[0048] The shelving housing 1 includes uprights 11 and shelves (not shown in the figure) disposed between the uprights 11. The shelves are located on the left and right sides of the shelving housing 1 and extend along a first direction to connect the shelves between the two uprights 11.

[0049] The shelf is provided with an installation mechanism 6, which is connected to the shelf by screws or welding. Sliding parts 213 are fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the tray assembly 21. The sliding parts 213 are slidably disposed on the installation mechanism 6. When the tray assembly 21 needs to be installed, the sliding parts 213 are slid relative to the installation mechanism 6 along the length direction of the installation mechanism 6, and finally the tray assembly 21 is engaged in the installation mechanism 6.

[0050] This application provides an installation mechanism 6, which facilitates the installation of the pallet assembly 21 and the rack housing 1, and allows for free adjustment of the layer height, thereby improving the utilization rate of the internal space of the rack housing 1.

[0051] In one embodiment, the smart shelf also includes a pre-compression module 5, which is movably disposed above the aisle 24 and located near the rear wall of the shelf housing 1. In use, its bottom is pressed against the top of the goods to assist in limiting the goods and prevent the goods behind the aisle 24 from being carried out when the goods in front are raised, thereby avoiding the occurrence of multiple goods being shipped out together when the unmanned warehouse device automatically picks up goods.

[0052] Combination Figure 3 See Figure 4 -5. In one embodiment, the smart shelf further includes an automatic inventory module 4, which is disposed at the bottom of the aisle 24 and is disposed in correspondence with the automatic replenishment module 3, for detecting the quantity of goods in the aisle 24.

[0053] In one embodiment, the automatic inventory module 4 is a replaceable structure, and the inventory sensing modules within the automatic inventory module 4 with different precisions can be adapted according to the size and shape of the stored consumables, such as grating modules, photoelectric ranging modules, and wire ranging sensing modules.

[0054] In another embodiment, a detection plate 41 is provided on one side of the automatic replenishment module 3, and the automatic inventory module 4 is a grating module 42. The detection plate 41 is located above the grating module 42, and the detection plate 41 and the grating module 42 are wirelessly coupled and connected.

[0055] Specifically, the automatic replenishment module 3 moves, causing the detection plate 41 to move. When the detection plate 41 moves to the corresponding position of the grating module 42, the grating module 42 detects the size of the goods and emits a light signal to the detection plate 41. After receiving the light signal, the detection plate 41 processes and analyzes it, and sends the movement information of the detection plate 41 to the grating module 42. After receiving the movement information, the grating module 42 transmits the movement information and the detected goods size information to the main control unit of the intelligent shelf (not shown in the figure). The main control unit receives the movement information and the goods size information, processes them, compares and calculates them with the preset goods information, and finally obtains the quantity of goods in the channel.

[0056] In one embodiment, the multi-channel storage module 2 is provided with multiple slide rail assemblies 25, which are respectively located in the channel 24, and the automatic replenishment module 3 is disposed on the slide rail assembly 25 and moves along the slide rail assembly 25.

[0057] That is, a slide rail assembly 25 extending along the first direction is provided in the channel 24, and the automatic replenishment module 3 is slidably disposed on the slide rail assembly 25.

[0058] The automatic replenishment module 3 includes a coil spring assembly 31, a guide assembly 32, a guide base 321, and a limiting assembly 33.

[0059] The guide component 32 is disposed within the slide rail component 25 and is disposed on the slide rail component 25 along the first direction. The guide base 321 is engaged with the guide component 32 and is slidably disposed on the guide component 32. The detection piece 41 is disposed within the guide base 321 and at least a portion of the guide base 321 is exposed to enable wireless signal transmission.

[0060] The coil spring assembly 31 is installed on one side of the guide base 321. The bottom of the coil spring assembly 31 abuts against the top wall of the channel. The coil spring assembly 31 can rotate elastically along the channel 24 to drive the guide base 321 to slide along the guide assembly 32.

[0061] A spring groove (not shown in the figure) is provided on the bottom side of the guide base 321 away from the detection piece 41. A spring assembly 31 is partially disposed in the spring groove. The spring assembly 31 includes a spring 311 located in the spring groove. The two ends of the spring 311 include a coiled part 312 and a connecting piece 313 disposed opposite to each other. All or at least part of the coiled part 312 is disposed outside the spring groove. The connecting piece 313 is disposed in the spring groove and is fixedly connected to the fixing post 323.

[0062] In the first direction, the connecting piece 313 is disposed on the side of the drum portion 312 near the rear wall of the shelf housing 1, and the coil spring assembly 31 tends to force the guide assembly 32 to move back and forth in the first direction.

[0063] The limiting component 33 is disposed on the side of the guide component 32 near the goods, and the side of the limiting component 33 abuts against the goods. The limiting component 33 is slidably disposed in the channel 24. On the one hand, it limits the goods to prevent them from moving. On the other hand, the limiting component 33 can slide along the length direction of the slide rail component 25 in a posture that is approximately parallel to the rear wall of the shelf housing 1, pulling the goods to the outlet or pushing them to a position near the rear wall of the shelf housing 1.

[0064] In this embodiment, the limiting component 33 can be a plate-like structure or other structures.

[0065] In one embodiment, the guide base 321 has a first connecting hole, and the limiting component 33 has a second connecting hole. A connector passes through the second connecting hole and connects to the first connecting hole to fix the limiting component 33 to the guide base 321.

[0066] In other embodiments, the limiting component 33 can also be fixed to the guide base 321 by welding or other means.

[0067] In one embodiment, the automatic replenishment module 3 also includes a handle 324, which is disposed on the side of the guide base 321 away from the limiting component. The handle 324 is used for manual assistance in moving the automatic replenishment module 3. When the smart shelf loses power or encounters an emergency, the automatic replenishment module 3 can be moved by pulling the handle 324. This is only one implementation method.

[0068] See Figure 6 -7. In one embodiment, the pre-compression module 5 includes a limiting part 51 and an adjustable support part 52 connected to each other. One end of the support part 52 is disposed on the channel 24, and the other end of the support part 52 is connected to the limiting part 51. The limiting part 51 extends along the width direction of the shelf housing 1.

[0069] Furthermore, the side wall of the shelf housing 1 is provided with a slide rail (not shown in the figure) that is compatible with the limiting part 51. Both ends of the limiting part 51 are located in the slide rail and can slide up and down along the slide rail to achieve the extension and pressing actions.

[0070] Correspondingly, a limiting block 214 is provided at the bottom of the pallet assembly 21. The limiting block 214 is located in the slide. The top of the limiting part 51 moves toward the pallet assembly 21 near the top of the pre-compression module 5 until it abuts against the limiting block 214 to assist in limiting the goods.

[0071] When the goods in the aisle 24 are not raised, the support part 52 is in an extended state, and the top of the limiting part 51 abuts against the bottom of the limiting block provided on the shelf shell 1, and there is a certain space between the limiting part 51 and the goods.

[0072] When the goods behind the channel 24 are raised, the support part 52 adjusts and drives the limiting part 51 to press down. The bottom of the limiting part 51 abuts against the top of the goods, pressing the raised goods down to a suitable position to reset the goods.

[0073] See Figure 8 In one embodiment, the tray assembly 21 includes a tray (not shown in the figure), and recesses 212 are provided on both sides of the bottom of the tray, and a slider 213 is fixedly installed in the recesses 212.

[0074] The mounting mechanism 6 includes a fixed plate 63, a sliding rail 61, and a support plate 62. The fixed plate 63 is fixedly installed on the shelf by screws or welding. The support plate 62 is fixedly installed on the fixed plate 63 on the side away from the shelf. The sliding rail 61 is disposed on the support plate 62. The support plate 62 is located between the sliding rail 61 and the fixed plate 63 and is used to support the sliding rail 61.

[0075] At least a portion of the sliding rail 61 and the support plate 62 are located within the recess 212. The slider 213 is slidably disposed on the sliding rail 61. The slider 213 slides on the sliding rail 61, causing the tray to slide, thereby enabling the tray assembly 21 to be detached from and connected to the shelf.

[0076] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "setup" and "connection" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0077] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0078] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A smart shelf, characterized in that, include: A shelf housing, wherein an installation mechanism is provided inside the shelf housing; A multi-channel storage module is disposed within the shelf housing, the multi-channel storage module including a pallet assembly and an adjustable partition; The pallet assembly is detachably mounted on the mounting mechanism. The pallet assembly has a storage space channel. The partition is movably mounted in the pallet assembly along a first direction to divide the storage space channel into multiple channels. The first direction is the direction between the rear wall of the shelf shell and the outlet of the shelf shell. An automatic replenishment module is slidably disposed within the channel, and the automatic replenishment module sequentially delivers the goods located inside the automatic replenishment module to the outlet of the shelf shell. An automatic inventory module, connected to the automatic replenishment module, is used to detect the quantity of goods in the channel.

2. The intelligent shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic inventory module is located at the bottom of the channel, corresponding to the automatic replenishment module.

3. The intelligent shelf according to claim 2, characterized in that, A detection plate is provided on one side of the automatic replenishment module, and the automatic inventory module is a grating module. The grating module is wirelessly coupled to the detection plate.

4. The intelligent shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are n partitions, and the n partitions divide the storage space channel into n+1 channels.

5. The intelligent shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic replenishment module includes a guide assembly, a coil spring assembly and a guide base connected to each other. The guide assembly is fixedly disposed in the channel along the first direction. The guide base is engaged with the guide assembly, and the coil spring assembly rotates elastically to drive the guide base to slide along the guide assembly.

6. The intelligent shelf according to claim 5, characterized in that, The automatic replenishment module also includes a limiting component, which is disposed on the guide component and slidably disposed within the channel to restrict the movement of goods.

7. The intelligent shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent shelf also includes a pre-compression module, which is movably disposed above the aisle. A limit block is provided at the bottom of the pallet assembly. The top of the pre-compression module moves toward the pallet assembly near its top and abuts against the limit block to assist in limiting the goods.

8. The intelligent shelf according to claim 7, characterized in that, The pre-compression module includes a limiting part and an adjustable support part. One end of the support part abuts against the top of the goods, and the limiting part is connected to the other end of the support part. The limiting part extends along the width direction of the shelf shell.

9. The intelligent shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shelf housing includes uprights and shelves disposed between the uprights. The shelves are provided with an installation mechanism. Sliding members are fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the pallet assembly, and the sliding members are slidably disposed on the installation mechanism.

10. The intelligent shelf according to claim 9, characterized in that, The installation mechanism includes a sliding rail, a support plate, and a fixed plate disposed on the shelf. The sliding rail is connected to one side of the support plate, and the other side of the support plate is mounted on the fixed plate. The sliding member is slidably disposed within the sliding rail to movably dispose of the pallet assembly within the shelf housing.

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