Visual image acquisition mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses a visual image acquisition mechanism, which comprises a conveying assembly, a first image acquisition assembly, a first mirror imaging assembly, a first light source assembly and a base, and is characterized in that at least one side of the conveying assembly is provided with the first image acquisition assembly, the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly; the first image acquisition assembly, the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly are all arranged on the base, and the first image acquisition assembly is used for acquiring an image in the first mirror imaging assembly. The first mirror surface imaging assembly images the surfaces of the bottles, the first image collecting assembly shoots images in the mirror surfaces, the first light source assembly is used for supplementing light to the surfaces of the bottles, structural layout and automatic conveying of the bottles are not affected, and it can be guaranteed that the images are clear. The method can be widely applied to the technical field of industrial manufacturing.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of industrial manufacturing technology, and in particular to a visual image acquisition mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Plastic bottles are generally manufactured using stamping or injection molding. The surface quality of plastic bottles is crucial to the overall quality of the finished product, thus requiring surface inspection. A common inspection method is visual inspection and analysis, which involves using an industrial camera to take pictures and then analyzing the images with software to determine if there are any problems with the bottle's surface. However, camera photography has the following limitations: the shooting range is limited; if the camera is too close to the bottle, it hinders structural layout and may affect automated bottle transport; if the camera is too far away, the image may be unclear. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems, this application provides a visual image acquisition mechanism, and the technical solution adopted is as follows.

[0004] The visual image acquisition mechanism provided in this application includes a conveying component, a first image acquisition component, a first mirror imaging component, a first light source component, and a base. The first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are provided on at least one side of the conveying component. The first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are all disposed on the base. The first image acquisition component is used to acquire the image in the first mirror imaging component.

[0005] In some embodiments of this application, on the same side of the conveying assembly, at least two of the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly are provided, and the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly are distributed at intervals between each other.

[0006] In some embodiments of this application, the positions of each of the first light source components are symmetrically distributed along a central symmetry line perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveying component.

[0007] In some embodiments of this application, the positions of the first light source components on both sides of the conveying component are symmetrically distributed along a central symmetry line parallel to the conveying direction on the conveying component.

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, the first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are all mounted on the base via a first bracket. The upper surface of the base is provided with an array of mounting holes, and the first bracket is fixed to the base via connectors inserted into the mounting holes.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, the bottom of the first bracket is provided with a waist-shaped hole, which extends along a circumference surrounding the center of the bottom of the first bracket.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second image acquisition component and a second mirror imaging component. The second image acquisition component and the second mirror imaging component are disposed on at least one side of the conveying component. The second image acquisition component is located above the second mirror imaging component. The mirror surface of the second mirror imaging component is arranged at an angle, and the lower end of the mirror surface of the second mirror imaging component is closer to the conveying component than the upper end.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, the visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second light source assembly located between the second mirror imaging assembly and the transport assembly.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, the second image acquisition component is mounted on the base via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component is mounted on the second bracket where the second image acquisition component is located; or, the second image acquisition component is mounted on the base via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component is mounted on the base via another second bracket.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the bottom of the second bracket is provided with a waist-shaped hole, which extends along a circumference surrounding the center of the bottom of the second bracket.

[0014] This application has at least the following advantages: a first image acquisition component and a first mirror imaging component are provided on at least one side of the conveying component. The first mirror imaging component images the surface of the bottle, the first image acquisition component captures the image in the mirror, and the first light source component provides supplementary lighting to the surface of the bottle. This approach does not affect the structural layout or the automated conveying of the bottle, while ensuring clear images. This application can be widely applied in the field of industrial manufacturing technology.

[0015] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present application will be further illustrated below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the embodiments illustrated in the following drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application, and should not be construed as limiting the present application.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a visual image acquisition mechanism.

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The structural diagram of the middle structure after removing the cover.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the distribution of the structures on both sides of the conveyor assembly.

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A plan view of the structure.

[0021] Figure 5 A structural diagram showing the first mirror imaging component mounted on the first support.

[0022] Reference numerals: 1100, conveying assembly; 1201, base; 1202, top seat; 1300, cover; 1301, side door; 2100, first image acquisition assembly; 2200, second image acquisition assembly; 2300, third image acquisition assembly; 2301, handwheel; 3100, first mirror imaging assembly; 3200, second mirror imaging assembly; 4100, first light source assembly; 4200, second light source assembly; 5000, sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals 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 are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0024] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "middle", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0025] In the description of this application, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0026] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" 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 or an electrical 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.

[0027] In the description of this application, the use of terms such as "as one implementation," "an embodiment," "some examples," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," "some examples," etc., indicates that the specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0028] Combined with appendix Figure 1 To be continued Figure 5 This application relates to a visual image acquisition mechanism, which includes a conveying component 1100, a first image acquisition component 2100, and a first mirror imaging component 3100. The conveying component 1100 includes a conveyor belt or a conveyor chain plate, and the first image acquisition component 2100 and the first mirror imaging component 3100 are provided on at least one side of the conveying component 1100.

[0029] The conveying assembly 1100 is used to convey bottles. The mirror of the first mirror imaging assembly 3100 images the surface of the bottle. The mirror of the first mirror imaging assembly 3100 is arranged vertically. The first image acquisition assembly 2100 is located at the end of the first mirror imaging assembly 3100 away from the conveying assembly 1100. The first image acquisition assembly 2100 includes a camera and is used to acquire images from the first mirror imaging assembly 3100.

[0030] It should be noted that the first image acquisition component 2100 sends the acquired image to the host computer, which analyzes the image data to determine whether there are defects on the surface of the bottle.

[0031] Furthermore, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 3 and attached Figure 4 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a first light source component 4100. At least one side of the conveying component 1100 is provided with the first light source component 4100. The first light source component 4100 illuminates the bottle to increase the brightness of the bottle surface and improve the image clarity of the first image acquisition component 2100.

[0032] Understandably, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 2 To be continued Figure 4 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a base 1201, on which a first image acquisition component 2100, a first mirror imaging component 3100, and a first light source component 4100 are all mounted. In some examples, the base 1201 is arranged on both sides of the conveying component 1100 so that the first image acquisition component 2100, the first mirror imaging component 3100, and the first light source component 4100 can be arranged on both sides of the conveying component 1100.

[0033] In one implementation, at least two first mirror imaging components 3100 and first light source components 4100 are provided on the same side of the conveying component 1100. The first mirror imaging components 3100 and first light source components 4100 are distributed at intervals. The first mirror imaging components 3100 and first light source components 4100 are reasonably arranged on the base 1201 to achieve uniform lighting and avoid shadows, and to avoid obstructing the image in the first mirror imaging component 3100.

[0034] It is understood that on the same side of the conveying component 1100, at least two first image acquisition components 2100 are provided, and each first mirror imaging component 3100 is equipped with a first image acquisition component 2100.

[0035] In some examples, along a central line of symmetry perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveying assembly 1100, the positions of each first light source assembly 4100 are symmetrically distributed on the same side of the conveying assembly 1100, improving the uniformity of lighting. (See attached diagram.) Figure 4 In some examples, four first light source components 4100 are configured on the same side of the delivery component 1100.

[0036] In some examples, the positions of the first light source components 4100 on both sides of the conveying component 1100 are symmetrically distributed along a central symmetry line parallel to the conveying direction on the conveying component 1100, thereby improving the uniformity of lighting on both sides of the bottle.

[0037] In one implementation, both the first image acquisition component 2100 and the first mirror imaging component 3100 are mounted on the base 1201 via a first bracket. Specifically, the first image acquisition component 2100 is mounted on the base 1201 via one first bracket, and the first mirror imaging component 3100 is mounted on the base 1201 via another first bracket.

[0038] Furthermore, the first light source assembly 4100 is mounted on the base 1201 via a first bracket.

[0039] In some examples, combined with appendix Figure 5The first bracket is provided with a vertical mounting slot to adjust the height of the first image acquisition component 2100, the first mirror imaging component 3100, or the first light source component 4100. Specifically, the first bracket includes a base plate and a vertical plate, with the vertical plate erected on the base plate and the mounting slot disposed on the vertical plate.

[0040] Understandably, the first bracket is fixedly connected to the base 1201. Specifically, the bottom of the first bracket is fixed to the upper surface of the base 1201 via a connector. The connector is provided as a screw or bolt, and the connector securely connects the base plate and the base 1201.

[0041] In some examples, the upper surface of the base 1201 is provided with an array of mounting holes, and the first bracket is fixed to the base 1201 by connectors inserted into the mounting holes. It should be noted that by selecting different mounting holes, the first bracket can be installed at multiple locations on the base 1201 or the position of the first bracket on the base 1201 can be changed.

[0042] In some examples, combined with appendix Figure 5 The bottom of the first bracket has an oblong hole that extends circumferentially around the center of the bottom of the first bracket. Specifically, the oblong hole is located on the base plate of the first bracket, and the connector passes through the oblong hole and is fixedly connected to the base 1201. It can be understood that when the connector is in the pre-tightened state, the first bracket can rotate due to the cooperation between the oblong hole and the connector, thereby adjusting the direction of the first image acquisition component 2100, the first mirror imaging component 3100, or the first light source component 4100.

[0043] Furthermore, the bottom of the first bracket has two waist-shaped holes.

[0044] As one implementation method, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 3 and attached Figure 4 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second image acquisition component 2200 and a second mirror imaging component 3200. At least one side of the conveying component 1100 is provided with both the second image acquisition component 2200 and the second mirror imaging component 3200. The area of ​​the bottle near the bottom is displayed on the mirror surface of the second mirror imaging component 3200. The second image acquisition component 2200 includes a camera and is used to acquire images from the second mirror imaging component 3200.

[0045] Specifically, the second image acquisition component 2200 is located above the second mirror imaging component 3200. The mirror of the second mirror imaging component 3200 is arranged at an angle, and the lower end of the mirror of the second mirror imaging component 3200 is closer to the conveying component 1100 than the upper end. The mirror of the second mirror imaging component 3200 is tilted upwards.

[0046] Referring to the accompanying drawings, in some examples, on the same side of the transport assembly 1100, a second mirror imaging assembly 3200 is provided, and the second mirror imaging assembly 3200 is located at the line of symmetry of each of the first mirror imaging assemblies 3100.

[0047] In some examples, combined with appendix Figure 4 and attached Figure 5 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second light source assembly 4200, which illuminates the area near the bottom of the bottle. The second light source assembly 4200 is located between the second mirror imaging assembly 3200 and the conveying assembly 1100. It should be noted that, compared to the first light source assembly 4100, which illuminates the sides of the bottle, the second light source assembly 4200 is positioned lower than the first light source assembly 4100, and is disposed on the upper surface of the base 1201.

[0048] In one embodiment, the second image acquisition component 2200 is mounted on the base 1201 via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component 3200 is mounted on the second bracket where the second image acquisition component 2200 is located.

[0049] The second bracket is fixedly connected to the base 1201. Specifically, the bottom of the second bracket is fixed to the upper surface of the base 1201 by a connector. The connector is a screw or bolt.

[0050] In some examples, the second bracket is provided with a vertical mounting slot to adjust the height of the second image acquisition component 2200 or the second mirror imaging component 3200. Specifically, the second bracket includes a base plate and a vertical plate, with the vertical plate erected on the base plate and the mounting slot disposed on the vertical plate.

[0051] In some examples, the second bracket is secured to the base 1201 via a connector inserted into a mounting hole on the base 1201.

[0052] In some examples, the bottom of the second bracket is provided with an oblong hole extending circumferentially around the center of the bottom of the second bracket. Specifically, the oblong hole is provided in the base plate of the second bracket, and the connector passes through the oblong hole and fixes the connecting base 1201. It is understood that when the connector is in the pre-tightened state, the second bracket can rotate due to the cooperation between the oblong hole and the connector, thereby adjusting the orientation of the second image acquisition component 2200 or the second mirror imaging component 3200.

[0053] Furthermore, the bottom of the second bracket has two waist-shaped holes.

[0054] Regarding the configuration of the second image acquisition component 2200 and the second mirror imaging component 3200, at least one alternative design is possible: the second image acquisition component 2200 is mounted on the base 1201 via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component 3200 is mounted on the base 1201 via another second bracket.

[0055] As one implementation method, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 2 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a third image acquisition component 2300, which is located above the conveying component 1100. The third image acquisition component 2300 includes a camera for acquiring images of the top of the bottle.

[0056] Furthermore, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 2 The third image acquisition component 2300 is mounted above the conveying component 1100 via the top seat 1202, and the top seat 1202 is provided with a height adjustment component, which is connected to the third image acquisition component 2300 and is used to adjust the height of the third image acquisition component 2300.

[0057] In some examples, the height adjustment component adjusts the height of the third image acquisition component 2300 using a lead screw. Furthermore, the height adjustment component is equipped with a handwheel 2301, which allows the user to move the third image acquisition component 2300 up and down by turning the handwheel 2301.

[0058] In some examples, the height adjustment component includes a guide rod arranged vertically, and the third image acquisition component 2300 is slidably connected to the guide rod.

[0059] As one implementation method, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a housing 1300. The housing 1300 is provided on at least one side of the conveying component 1100. The housing 1300 provides a closed space for image acquisition and avoids interference with mirror imaging.

[0060] Furthermore, the side wall of the cover 1300 is provided with an openable side door 1301, which is hinged to the cover 1300 by a hinge.

[0061] Combined with appendix Figure 1 In some examples, the conveying assembly 1100 is provided with a cover 1300 on both sides.

[0062] As one implementation method, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 4 The visual image acquisition mechanism includes at least one sensor 5000, which is disposed on the side of the conveying assembly 1100 and is used to monitor the position of the bottle in the conveying assembly 1100. Specifically, the sensor 5000 is configured as an infrared sensor.

[0063] The embodiments of this application have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this application is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of this application. Furthermore, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

Claims

1. A visual image acquisition mechanism, characterized in that: The device includes a transport component, a first image acquisition component, a first mirror imaging component, a first light source component, and a base. The first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are disposed on at least one side of the transport component. The first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are all disposed on the base. The first image acquisition component is used to acquire the image in the first mirror imaging component.

2. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: On the same side of the conveying assembly, at least two of the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly are provided, and the first mirror imaging assembly and the first light source assembly are distributed at intervals between each other.

3. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The positions of each of the first light source components are symmetrically distributed along a central symmetry line perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveying component.

4. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: With regard to the central symmetry line on the conveying assembly parallel to the conveying direction, the positions of each of the first light source assemblies on both sides of the conveying assembly are symmetrically distributed.

5. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first image acquisition component, the first mirror imaging component, and the first light source component are all mounted on the base via a first bracket. The upper surface of the base is provided with an array of mounting holes, and the first bracket is fixed to the base via connectors inserted into the mounting holes.

6. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the first bracket is provided with an oblong hole, which extends along the circumference surrounding the center of the bottom of the first bracket.

7. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second image acquisition component and a second mirror imaging component. The second image acquisition component and the second mirror imaging component are provided on at least one side of the conveying component. The second image acquisition component is located above the second mirror imaging component. The mirror surface of the second mirror imaging component is arranged at an angle, and the lower end of the mirror surface of the second mirror imaging component is closer to the conveying component than the upper end.

8. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The visual image acquisition mechanism includes a second light source component, which is located between the second mirror imaging component and the transport component.

9. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second image acquisition component is mounted on the base via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component is mounted on the second bracket where the second image acquisition component is located; or, the second image acquisition component is mounted on the base via a second bracket, and the second mirror imaging component is mounted on the base via another second bracket.

10. The visual image acquisition mechanism according to claim 9, characterized in that: The bottom of the second bracket is provided with a waist-shaped hole, which extends along the circumference surrounding the center of the bottom of the second bracket.

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