Intelligent feeder vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses an intelligent feeder vehicle, and relates to the technical field of surface mounting, and the intelligent feeder vehicle comprises a vehicle body; the rack is arranged on the vehicle body and is used for bearing a feeder; and the mechanical arm is arranged on the vehicle body, and the mechanical arm is used for clamping the feeder on the rack and inserting the feeder into a first mounting groove of the chip mounter to complete feeding, and / or is used for taking down an empty feeder on the mounting groove of the chip mounter. The feeder is automatically replaced and loaded through the mechanical arm, full automation of material loading is achieved, and the feeder has the advantages that full automation of material loading is achieved, the intelligent level and production efficiency of a production line are improved, manual intervention is reduced, and the continuous operation capacity of the production line is improved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to surface mount technology field especially relates to an intelligent flying car. BACKGROUND

[0002] In modern manufacturing industry, with the rapid development of automation technology, many large production workshops have realized full automation production, integrating feeding, processing, discharging and conveying processes into full-automatic mode of assembly line, thereby significantly improving production efficiency and reducing labor intensity of workers. However, in the production process of PCB (printed circuit board) chip mounter, the loading link of materials is still the key bottleneck restricting production efficiency and automation level. In SMT (surface mount technology) production environment, electronic components are usually supplied in the form of tape, and these components are sequentially provided to the chip mounter through the 'flying car' (feeder) device, i.e. feeder. Each flying car is responsible for one type of component, and when the material is about to run out, manual intervention is needed to replace the new flying car. Although this operation mode realizes automation to a certain extent, on the high-speed production line, frequent material replacement becomes a bottleneck, especially in the case of night shift or unattended.

[0003] At present, the material loading mode of PCB chip mounter generally adopts manual operation mode. The operator needs to load the material disc one by one to the feeder of the chip mounter, and then manually replace the new material disc when the material is used up. This traditional loading mode can barely cope with the low-speed production line, but on the high-speed production line, the replacement speed of the operator often cannot keep up with the production rhythm of the machine. Specifically, the material replacement frequency of the high-speed production line is extremely high, and a production line may need to replace dozens of material discs per hour. The operator needs to complete multiple material replacement operations in a short time, and the work intensity is extremely great. Especially in night shift production, the operator is in a high-intensity working state for a long time, which is easy to cause fatigue and distraction, thereby significantly increasing the risk of operation failure. In addition, since the material replacement needs manual intervention, the production line cannot realize true 'lights-out manufacturing', i.e. completely unattended automatic production mode.

[0004] These problems not only restrict the production efficiency and automation level of the production line, but also increase the operating cost and management difficulty of the enterprise. Therefore, an innovative solution is urgently needed to realize full automation of material loading, thereby comprehensively improving the intelligent level and production efficiency of the production line. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0005] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide an intelligent flying car, aiming at the production efficiency of SMT.

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, the utility model provides an intelligent flying car, the flying car includes:

[0007] A car body;

[0008] A rack, which is arranged on the car body and is used for carrying the flying car;

[0009] A mechanical arm, which is arranged on the car body and is used for clamping the flying car on the rack and inserting the flying car into the first installation slot of the chip mounter to complete the feeding, and / or is used for taking down the empty flying car on the installation slot of the chip mounter.

[0010] In an embodiment, the rack includes:

[0011] A frame, which is arranged on the car body, and

[0012] At least one group of first installation parts, which are arranged on the frame, the first installation parts are provided with a plurality of second installation slots for fixing the flying car in the first direction, and each second installation slot is used for fixing the main body of each flying car.

[0013] In an embodiment, the mechanical arm includes:

[0014] A base, which is installed on the car body and is arranged opposite to the first installation part, and a second installation part is further arranged on the base, a first driving device is arranged on the second installation part, and the output shaft of the first driving device at least partially extends out of the second installation part;

[0015] A first rocker arm, one end of which is connected with the output shaft of the first driving device;

[0016] A second rocker arm, one end of which is provided with a second driving device, the output shaft of the second driving device at least partially extends out of the second rocker arm, and the other end of the first rocker arm is connected with the output shaft of the second driving device;

[0017] A clamping mechanism, which is installed on the other end of the second rocker arm and is used for clamping the flying car.

[0018] In an embodiment, the clamping mechanism includes:

[0019] A turning part, which is provided with a third installation slot, a third driving device is arranged in the third installation slot, and the output shaft of the third driving device at least partially extends out of the third installation slot;

[0020] A clamping jaw, which is connected with the output shaft of the third driving device and is used for clamping the flying car.

[0021] In an embodiment, the clamping jaw includes:

[0022] A first connecting piece, comprising a first extension and a second extension arranged vertically, the first extension being connected with an output shaft of the third driving device;

[0023] A fourth driving device arranged on the second extension, an output shaft of the fourth driving device being connected with the first transmission member or the second transmission member;

[0024] A first clamping member for clamping the flying object;

[0025] A second clamping member for clamping the flying object

[0026] A first connecting rod, one end of the first connecting rod being hinged with the first clamping member, the other end of the first connecting rod being hinged with the second extension;

[0027] A second connecting rod, one end of the second connecting rod being hinged with the second clamping member, the other end of the second connecting rod being hinged with the second extension;

[0028] A first transmission member, one end of the first transmission member being provided with a plurality of first tooth blocks, the other end of the first transmission member being hinged with the first clamping member;

[0029] A second transmission member, one end of the second transmission member being provided with a plurality of second tooth blocks, the second tooth blocks on the second transmission member being engaged with the first tooth blocks on the first transmission member, the other end of the second transmission member being hinged with the second clamping member.

[0030] In an embodiment, the vehicle body comprises:

[0031] A vehicle frame, the vehicle frame being provided with a housing, the housing being formed with a mounting platform, the mechanical arm and the rack being arranged on the mounting platform, the vehicle frame being further provided with universal wheels around the vehicle frame;

[0032] A controller, the controller being electrically connected with the mechanical arm, for controlling the mechanical arm to work;

[0033] A driving device, comprising a first driving motor and a second driving motor, the first driving motor and the second driving motor being electrically connected with the controller, the first driving motor and the second driving motor being arranged on two sides of the vehicle frame in the length direction of the vehicle frame, each of the first driving motor and the second driving motor being provided with a wheel on an output shaft of the first driving motor and the second driving motor;

[0034] The guiding device comprises a magnetic strip sensor mounted on the frame, the magnetic strip sensor is electrically connected with the controller, the magnetic strip sensor is used for identifying the magnetic strip laid on the ground and transmitting the received signal to the controller, and the controller controls the first driving motor and the second driving motor to work respectively according to the received signal, and adjusts the advancing direction of the frame.

[0035] In an embodiment, the front end of the frame is provided with a collision strip protruding from the front end of the vehicle body, and a battery compartment is further formed on the rear end of the frame, and a storage battery is arranged in the battery compartment, and the storage battery is electrically connected with the controller, the first driving motor and the second driving motor.

[0036] The technical scheme of the utility model discloses a rack is arranged on the vehicle body for carrying flying stars, a mechanical arm is arranged on the vehicle body, the mechanical arm is used for clamping the flying star on the rack and inserting the flying star into the first installation slot of the chip mounter to complete feeding, and / or is used for taking down the empty flying star on the installation slot of the chip mounter, the replacement and loading of the flying star are automatically completed by the mechanical arm, the full automation of material loading is realized, and the advantages of realizing the full automation of material loading, improving the intelligent level and production efficiency of the production line, reducing manual intervention and improving the continuous operation capacity of the production line are achieved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0037] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical scheme in the embodiments of the utility model or the prior art, the drawings needed to be used in the embodiment or the prior art description will be briefly introduced below, and obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the utility model, and those skilled in the art can also obtain other drawings from the structures shown in the drawings without creating creative labor.

[0038] Figure 1 The structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the intelligent flying star vehicle provided by the utility model is shown in the figure.

[0039] Figure 2 The structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the vehicle body is shown in the figure.

[0040] Figure 3 The structural schematic diagram a of the mechanical arm provided by the utility model is shown in the figure.

[0041] Figure 4 The structural schematic diagram b of the mechanical arm provided by the utility model is shown in the figure.

[0042] Figure 5 The structural schematic diagram a of the rack provided by the utility model is shown in the figure.

[0043] Figure 6 The structural schematic diagram b of the rack provided by the utility model is shown in the figure.

[0044] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0045] 10, vehicle body; 11, frame; 111, shell; 112, mounting platform; 113, universal wheel; 12, controller; 13, driving device; 131, first driving motor; 132, second driving motor; 133, wheel a; 134, wheel b; 14, guiding device; 141, magnetic strip sensor; 15, anti-collision strip; 16, battery compartment; 161, storage battery; 20, rack; 21, frame; 22, first mounting part; 221, second mounting groove; 30, mechanical arm; 31, base; 311, second mounting part; 312, first driving device; 32, first rocker arm; 33, second rocker arm; 331, second driving device; 34, clamping mechanism; 341, turning piece; 3411, third mounting groove; 3412, third driving device; 342, clamping jaw; 3421, first connecting piece; 3421a, first extension; 3421b, second extension; 3422, fourth driving device; 3423, first clamping piece; 3424, second clamping piece; 3425, first connecting rod; 3426, second connecting rod; 3427, first transmission piece; 3427a, first tooth block; 3428, second transmission piece; 3428a, second tooth block; 40, flying dart.

[0046] The implementation, functional features and advantages of the utility model will be further described with reference to the drawings in combination with embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor belong to the protection scope of the utility model.

[0048] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the utility model involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement condition, etc. between components in a certain posture, and if the certain posture changes, the directional indications also change accordingly.

[0049] In addition, if the description of "first", "second" and the like is involved in the embodiments of the utility model, the description of "first", "second" and the like is only for the purpose of description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying the relative importance of the indicated technical features or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features limited by "first", "second" can be explicitly or implicitly included at least one of the features. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears throughout the text, its meaning includes three parallel schemes. For example, "A and / or B" includes A scheme, or B scheme, or A and B simultaneously satisfy the scheme. In addition, the technical solutions of each embodiment can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the realization of ordinary skilled in the art, when the combination of technical solutions appears contradictory or cannot be realized, it should be considered that the combination of technical solutions does not exist, also not within the protection scope required by the utility model.

[0050] In modern manufacturing industry, with the rapid development of automation technology, many large production workshops have realized full automation production, and the feeding, processing, discharging and conveying processes are integrated into the full automatic mode of the assembly line, thereby significantly improving the production efficiency and reducing the labor intensity of workers. However, in the production process of PCB chip mounter, the loading link of material is still the key bottleneck restricting the production efficiency and automation level. In SMT production environment, electronic components are usually supplied in the form of tape, and these components are sequentially provided to the chip mounter through the feeder equipment. Each feeder is responsible for a type of component, and when the material is about to run out, manual intervention is needed to replace the new feeder. This operation mode realizes automation to a certain extent, but on the high-speed production line, frequent material replacement becomes a bottleneck, especially in the case of late shift or unattended.

[0051] Currently, PCB pick-and-place machines generally use manual operation for material loading. Operators need to load material trays one by one onto the machine's feeder, and then manually replace them with new trays when the material is used up. This traditional loading method can barely cope with low-speed production lines, but on high-speed production lines, the operator's replacement speed often cannot keep up with the machine's production pace. Specifically, high-speed production lines have extremely high material changeover frequencies; a single production line may need to change dozens of trays per hour. Operators need to complete multiple material changeover operations in a short period, resulting in extremely high workload. Especially during night shifts, operators are under high-intensity work conditions for extended periods, which can easily lead to fatigue and distraction, significantly increasing the risk of operational errors. Furthermore, because material changeover requires manual intervention, the production line cannot achieve true "lights-out production," i.e., a fully unattended automated production mode. These problems not only restrict the production efficiency and automation level of the production line but also increase the company's operating costs and management difficulty. Therefore, an innovative solution is urgently needed to achieve full automation of material loading, thereby comprehensively improving the intelligence level and production efficiency of the production line.

[0052] See Figures 1-6 This invention proposes an intelligent feeder cart, comprising a cart body 10, a frame 20, and a robotic arm 30. The cart body 10 is the basic structure of the entire equipment. The frame 20 is mounted on the cart body 10 and is used to carry the feeders. The robotic arm 30 is mounted on the cart body 10 and is used to operate the feeders 40. The robotic arm 30 completes the loading process by clamping the feeders on the frame 20 and inserting them into the mounting slots of the pick-and-place machine, or by removing empty feeders from the mounting slots of the pick-and-place machine. This design achieves automated loading and replacement of feeders, solving the problems of low efficiency and high labor intensity caused by traditional manual feeder replacement. Especially in high-speed production lines and unattended operation, it improves production efficiency and automation levels.

[0053] The main features of the intelligent feeder cart lie in its body 10, frame 20, and robotic arm 30. The body 10 serves as the basic structure, providing stable support. The frame 20 is mounted on the body 10 to support the feeder 40. The robotic arm 30 is mounted on the body 10 and is responsible for clamping the feeders on the frame 20 and performing loading or unloading operations. Specifically, the robotic arm 30 clamps the feeder using a clamping mechanism 34 and inserts it into the mounting slot of the pick-and-place machine to complete the loading process. Alternatively, when the feeder is empty and needs to be replaced, the robotic arm 30 can remove the empty feeder. This design not only improves the automation level of material loading but also reduces the frequency of manual intervention, significantly improving production efficiency, especially in high-speed production lines and unattended operation.

[0054] The intelligent feeder cart offers significant advantages in automating material loading. Compared to traditional manual operation, the intelligent feeder cart can automatically change and load feeders, reducing operator workload and the risk of error. Especially on high-speed production lines, the intelligent feeder cart can quickly and efficiently complete material changeovers, ensuring continuous production line operation. Furthermore, the automated design of the intelligent feeder cart enables "lights-out production," a fully unattended automated production mode, greatly improving the production line's intelligence level and production efficiency.

[0055] Specifically, the intelligent feeder cart's body 10 provides a stable support structure, the frame 20 carries the feeder, and the robotic arm 30 is responsible for clamping and operating the feeder 40. The robotic arm 30 clamps the feeder via a clamping mechanism 34 and inserts it into the mounting slot of the pick-and-place machine, completing the loading process. When the feeder is empty and needs replacement, the robotic arm 30 can remove the empty feeder. This design not only improves the automation level of material loading but also reduces the frequency of manual intervention, significantly improving production efficiency, especially in high-speed production lines and unattended operation.

[0056] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 Furthermore, in one embodiment of this application, the frame 20 includes a frame 21, which is disposed on the vehicle body 10, and at least one set of first mounting parts 22, which are disposed on the frame 21. The first mounting parts 22 are provided with a plurality of second mounting slots 221 for fixing feeders along a first direction, and each second mounting slot 221 is used to fix the body of each feeder.

[0057] The frame 20 includes a frame 21 and at least one set of first mounting portions 22. The frame 21 is mounted on the vehicle body 10, and the first mounting portions 22 are mounted on the frame 21. The first mounting portions 22 are provided with a plurality of second mounting slots 221 along a first direction for fixing the feeder. Each second mounting slot 221 is used to fix the body of each feeder. These technical features provide a stable structure for fixing the feeder body, thereby ensuring the feeder remains stable during transportation and loading, and preventing the feeder from shifting or falling due to movement or vibration. Through the above technical means, this application solves the problem of fixing the feeder body in a feeder vehicle, ensuring the feeder remains stable during transportation and loading, and improving the reliability and efficiency of material loading.

[0058] The frame 21 can be made of high-strength alloy material to ensure it can withstand significant external impacts during transportation without deformation. The first mounting part 22 can be fixed to the frame 21 by welding or bolting to ensure its positional stability. The design of the second mounting groove 221 can be adjusted according to different feeder models to accommodate feeder bodies of different sizes and shapes. In addition, the inner wall of the second mounting groove 221 can be provided with anti-slip pads or cushioning material to further increase the stability of the feeder body and prevent loosening or displacement due to vibration. As a preferred embodiment, multiple first mounting parts 22 can be provided to simultaneously fix multiple feeder bodies, improving loading efficiency.

[0059] This application achieves stable fixing of the feeder body by setting a first mounting part 22 and a second mounting groove 221 on the frame 21. Compared with the prior art, this design provides a more reliable and efficient feeder fixing method, effectively preventing the feeder from shifting or falling off due to vibration or movement during transportation and loading. This improves the reliability and efficiency of material loading, reduces the frequency of manual intervention, and lowers the operating costs and management difficulty of the production line.

[0060] Further, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment of this application, the robotic arm 30 includes a base 31, which is mounted on the vehicle body 10 and is disposed opposite to the first mounting part 22. The base 31 is also provided with a second mounting part 311, on which a first driving device 312 is provided. The output shaft of the first driving device 312 extends at least partially out of the second mounting part 311. One end of the first rocker arm 32 is connected to the output shaft of the first driving device 312. One end of the second rocker arm 33 is provided with a second driving device 331, the output shaft of the second driving device 331 extends at least partially out of the second rocker arm 33, and the other end of the first rocker arm 32 is connected to the output shaft of the second driving device 331. A clamping mechanism 34 is mounted on the other end of the second rocker arm 33 for clamping the feeder 40.

[0061] The robotic arm 30 includes a base 31, a first mounting portion 22, a second mounting portion 311, a first drive device 312, a first rocker arm 32, a second drive device 331, a second rocker arm 33, and a clamping mechanism 34. The base 31 is mounted on the vehicle body 10 and is positioned opposite the first mounting portion 22. The first drive device 312 is mounted on the second mounting portion 311, with its output shaft at least partially extending out of the second mounting portion 311. One end of the first rocker arm 32 is connected to the output shaft of the first drive device 312. One end of the second rocker arm 33 is equipped with the second drive device 331, with its output shaft at least partially extending out of the second rocker arm 33. The other end of the first rocker arm 32 is connected to the output shaft of the second drive device 331. The clamping mechanism 34 is mounted on the other end of the second rocker arm 33 and is used to clamp the feeder 40. Through the coordination of these technical features, automatic loading and replacement of the feeder is achieved, solving the problem of frequent feeder replacement on high-speed production lines and improving production efficiency and automation levels.

[0062] The first drive unit 312 can be an electric motor, a hydraulic drive unit 13, or a pneumatic device, capable of providing sufficient power to drive the first rocker arm 32 to rotate. The second drive unit 331 can also adopt a similar drive method to drive the second rocker arm 33 to rotate. The clamping mechanism 34 can adopt various methods such as mechanical grippers 342, electromagnetic clamping devices, or vacuum adsorption devices to ensure reliable clamping of the feeder 40 base 31. The design should take into account the stability and load-bearing capacity of the robotic arm 30, and can be manufactured using metal materials or high-strength composite materials.

[0063] This application, through the design of a robotic arm 30, achieves automatic loading and replacement of feeders, avoiding manual intervention and improving the efficiency and automation level of the production line. Compared with existing technologies, the robotic arm 30 of this application has a simple structure, high reliability, and can adapt to the needs of high-speed production lines, reducing the frequency and intensity of manual operation, lowering the risk of operational errors, and improving the intelligence level of the production line.

[0064] Furthermore, in one embodiment of this application, the clamping mechanism 34 includes a steering member 341, a third mounting groove 3411 is provided on the steering member 341, a third driving device 3412 is provided in the third mounting groove 3411, the output shaft of the third driving device 3412 extends at least partially out of the third mounting groove 3411, and the gripper 342 is connected to the output shaft of the third driving device 3412 for clamping the feeder 40.

[0065] This application includes a steering component 341, a third mounting slot 3411, a third drive unit 3412, and a gripper 342. The steering component 341 provides steering functionality, the third mounting slot 3411 is used to mount the third drive unit 3412, which provides power through its output shaft, and the gripper 342 is used to grip the feeder 40. These technical features work together to achieve the automatic gripping and steering functions of the feeder.

[0066] The third drive unit 3412 can be a common drive device such as an electric motor, pneumatic device, or hydraulic device. Its output shaft is connected to the gripper 342, which can clamp the feeder through a mechanical structure. The steering component 341 can achieve the steering function by rotation or swinging. The third mounting slot 3411 can be set with different shapes and sizes according to actual needs to accommodate the installation of the third drive unit 3412.

[0067] This application achieves automatic clamping and steering of the feeder by introducing a steering component 341 and a third drive device 3412 into the clamping mechanism 34. Compared with the prior art, this application can automatically perform feeder clamping and steering operations without human intervention, improving the automation level and production efficiency of the production line, reducing the intensity and error of manual operation, and is especially suitable for high-speed production lines and unattended production environments.

[0068] Further, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment of this application, the gripper 342 includes a first connector 3421, which includes a vertically arranged first extension 3421a and a second extension 3421b. The first extension 3421a is connected to the output shaft of a third drive device 3412. A fourth drive device 3422 is disposed on the second extension 3421b, and the output shaft of the fourth drive device 3422 is connected to a first transmission member 3427 or a second transmission member 3428. A first clamping member 3423 is used to clamp the feeder. A second clamping member 3424 is used to clamp the feeder. One end of a first connecting rod 3425 is hinged to the first clamping member 3423. The other end of 25 is hinged to the second extension 3421b; one end of the second connecting rod 3426 is hinged to the second clamping member 3424, and the other end of the second connecting rod 3426 is hinged to the second extension 3421b; one end of the first transmission member 3427 is provided with a plurality of first tooth blocks 3427a, and the other end of the first transmission member 3427 is hinged to the first clamping member 3423; one end of the second transmission member 3428 is provided with a plurality of second tooth blocks 3428a, the second tooth blocks 3428a on the second transmission member 3428 mesh with the first tooth blocks 3427a on the first transmission member 3427, and the other end of the second transmission member 3428 is hinged to the second clamping member 3424.

[0069] In this application, the first connecting member 3421 is connected to the output shaft of the third driving device 3412 to achieve power transmission; the fourth driving device 3422 is disposed on the second extension 3421b to drive the first transmission member 3427 or the second transmission member 3428; the first clamping member 3423 and the second clamping member 3424 are respectively used to clamp the feeder; the first connecting rod 3425 and the second connecting rod 3426 are respectively hinged to the clamping member and the second extension 3421b to form a stable mechanical structure; the first transmission member 3427 and the second transmission member 3428 achieve synchronous movement through the meshing of the first tooth block 3427a and the second tooth block 3428a. Through the combination of these technical features, the gripper 342 can stably and accurately clamp the feeder, thereby improving the stability and efficiency of automated material loading.

[0070] The first connecting member 3421 is connected to the output shaft of the third drive device 3412 to enable the gripper 342 to rotate. The fourth drive device 3422 is mounted on the second extension 3421b and drives the first transmission member 3427 or the second transmission member 3428 through its output shaft. The first clamping member 3423 and the second clamping member 3424 are used to clamp the feeder, respectively. The first connecting rod 3425 and the second connecting rod 3426 are hinged to the clamping member and the second extension 3421b, respectively, forming a stable mechanical structure. The first transmission member 3427 and the second transmission member 3428 achieve synchronous movement through the meshing of the first tooth block 3427a and the second tooth block 3428a. Through the combination of these technical features, the gripper 342 can stably and accurately clamp the feeder, thereby improving the stability and efficiency of automated material loading.

[0071] Specifically, the first connecting member 3421 is connected to the output shaft of the third drive device 3412, enabling the gripper 342 to rotate. The fourth drive device 3422 is mounted on the second extension 3421b, driving either the first transmission member 3427 or the second transmission member 3428 via its output shaft. The first clamping member 3423 and the second clamping member 3424 are used to clamp the feeder, respectively. The first connecting rod 3425 and the second connecting rod 3426 are hinged to the clamping member and the second extension 3421b, respectively, forming a stable mechanical structure. The first transmission member 3427 and the second transmission member 3428 achieve synchronous movement through the meshing of the first tooth block 3427a and the second tooth block 3428a. Through the combination of these technical features, the gripper 342 can stably and accurately clamp the feeder, thereby improving the stability and efficiency of automated material loading.

[0072] Therefore, the design of the gripper 342, through the combination of multiple technical features, solves the stability and accuracy problems of the feeder clamping mechanism 34 in automated material loading. The gripper 342 is steered by the connection between the first connecting member 3421 and the third drive device 3412. The fourth drive device 3422 drives the transmission component. The hinge of the clamping member and the connecting rod forms a stable structure. The first tooth block 3427a and the second tooth block 3428a of the transmission component mesh to achieve synchronous movement, thereby enabling the gripper 342 to clamp the feeder stably and accurately, significantly improving the efficiency and stability of automated material loading.

[0073] Further, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment of this application, the vehicle body 10 includes a frame 11, on which a housing 111 is provided. A mounting platform 112 is formed on the housing 111. The robotic arm 30 and the frame 20 are both mounted on the mounting platform 112. Universal wheels 113 are also provided around the frame 11. A controller 12 is electrically connected to the robotic arm 30 and is used to control the operation of the robotic arm 30. The drive device 13 includes a first drive motor 131 and a second drive motor 132. The first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132 are electrically connected to the controller 12. The drive motors 132 are spaced apart on both sides of the frame 11 along its length. Wheels are provided on the output shafts of the first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132. The guide device 14 includes a magnetic strip sensor 141 mounted on the frame 11. The magnetic strip sensor 141 is electrically connected to the controller 12. The magnetic strip sensor 141 is used to identify magnetic strips laid on the ground and transmits the received signals to the controller 12. The controller 12 controls the first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132 to work according to the received signals, thereby adjusting the forward direction of the frame 11.

[0074] The frame 11 of the vehicle body 10 is equipped with a housing 111 and a mounting platform 112. The robotic arm 30 and the frame 20 are both mounted on the mounting platform 112. This design allows the feeder vehicle to carry and operate the feeder 40. The frame 11 is equipped with casters 113 around its perimeter, providing the feeder vehicle with flexible movement capabilities. The controller 12 is electrically connected to the robotic arm 30 and can control its operation, thereby achieving automatic loading and unloading of the feeder. The drive unit 13 includes a first drive motor 131 and a second drive motor 132, which are respectively located on both sides of the frame 11 and controlled by the controller 12 to drive the movement of the feeder vehicle. The guiding device 14 includes a magnetic strip sensor 141, which can identify magnetic strips on the ground and transmit signals to the controller 12. The controller 12 controls the operation of the drive motors according to the signals, thereby adjusting the forward direction of the feeder vehicle.

[0075] The first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132 can rotate at different speeds to achieve steering of the vehicle body 10. The controller 12 controls the operating states of the first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132 respectively based on the received magnetic strip signals, thereby adjusting the forward direction of the vehicle frame 11. The installation position of the magnetic strip sensor 141 can be adjusted according to actual needs to ensure accurate identification of magnetic strip signals on the ground. The specific structure and operating method of the robotic arm 30 can be designed according to different application requirements; for example, a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm 30 can be used to achieve more flexible operation.

[0076] This application achieves automatic navigation and direction adjustment functions for the feeder cart by using a magnetic strip sensor 141 mounted on the frame 11 and a drive device 13 electrically connected to the controller 12, thereby solving the automation problem of the intelligent feeder cart in the material loading process. Compared with the prior art, the intelligent feeder cart of this application can automatically complete the loading and unloading of materials without human intervention, improving production efficiency, reducing labor costs, and is suitable for the automated material changeover needs of high-speed production lines.

[0077] Further, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment of this application, the front end of the frame 11 is provided with a crash bar 15 protruding from the front end of the vehicle body 10, and a battery compartment 16 is formed on the rear end of the frame 11. The battery compartment 16 is provided with a storage battery 161, and the storage battery 161 is electrically connected to the controller 12, the first drive motor 131 and the second drive motor 132.

[0078] To prevent collisions during operation, a crash barrier 15 is designed at the front of the frame 11. The crash barrier 15 provides cushioning when the front of the vehicle body 10 encounters an obstacle, reducing damage from the collision. Furthermore, to ensure sufficient power support during operation, a battery compartment 16 is designed at the rear of the frame 11, housing a battery 161. The battery 161 provides power to the controller 12, the first drive motor 131, and the second drive motor 132 via electrical connections. These technical features work together to effectively solve the problems of collision avoidance and power support during the operation of the intelligent flyer vehicle.

[0079] Specifically, the anti-collision strip 15 can be made of flexible materials, such as rubber or polyurethane, to provide better cushioning. The anti-collision strip 15 can be installed by fixing it to a bracket at the front end of the frame 11, or by bolting or welding. The design of the battery compartment 16 should take into account the battery's heat dissipation and securing issues. Heat dissipation holes or fins can be provided inside the battery compartment 16, and the battery 161 can be securely fixed inside the battery compartment 16 using a fixing device. The battery 161 can be selected according to the power requirements of the intelligent feeder vehicle, choosing a battery of appropriate capacity to ensure a stable power output during operation.

[0080] Therefore, this application solves the technical problems of avoiding collisions and providing power support during the operation of the intelligent feeder vehicle by setting a crash bar 15 at the front end of the frame 11 and a battery compartment 16 at the rear end of the frame 11. Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application not only improves the safety of the intelligent feeder vehicle and reduces damage caused by collisions, but also ensures the power supply of the intelligent feeder vehicle during operation, thereby improving its reliability and stability.

[0081] The intelligent feeder cart of this application achieves automatic loading and unloading of feeders through the automated operation of a robotic arm 30, avoiding manual intervention and improving production efficiency and automation level. Compared with existing technologies, the intelligent feeder cart of this application can better adapt to the needs of high-speed production lines, reduce the workload of operators, and lower the risk of operational errors. Therefore, this application provides an efficient and reliable material loading solution, significantly improving the intelligence level and production efficiency of the production line.

[0082] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An intelligent feeder vehicle, characterized in that, The feeder vehicle includes: Vehicle body; A frame, which is mounted on the vehicle body, is used to carry the feeder; A robotic arm, mounted on the vehicle body, is used to grip the feeder on the frame and insert the feeder into the first mounting slot of the pick-and-place machine to complete the loading, and / or to remove the empty feeder from the mounting slot of the pick-and-place machine.

2. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The rack includes: The frame, which is mounted on the vehicle body, and At least one set of first mounting parts are provided on the frame. The first mounting parts are provided with a plurality of second mounting slots for fixing feeders along a first direction. Each second mounting slot is used to fix the body of each feeder.

3. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The robotic arm includes: A base is mounted on the vehicle body and is disposed opposite to the first mounting part. The base is also provided with a second mounting part, and a first driving device is provided on the second mounting part. The output shaft of the first driving device extends at least partially out of the second mounting part. A first rocker arm, one end of which is connected to the output shaft of the first drive device; The second rocker arm has a second driving device at one end, and the output shaft of the second driving device extends at least partially out of the second rocker arm. The other end of the first rocker arm is connected to the output shaft of the second driving device. A clamping mechanism is installed at the other end of the second rocker arm and is used to clamp the feeder.

4. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism includes: A steering component, wherein a third mounting groove is provided on the steering component, a third driving device is provided in the third mounting groove, and the output shaft of the third driving device extends at least partially out of the third mounting groove; The gripper is connected to the output shaft of the third drive device and is used to grip the feeder.

5. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The gripper includes: A first connector, comprising a vertically arranged first extension and a second extension, wherein the first extension is connected to the output shaft of the third drive device; A fourth driving device is disposed on the second extension, and the output shaft of the fourth driving device is connected to the first transmission member or the second transmission member; The first clamping element is used to clamp the feeder; The second clamping element is used to clamp the feeder; A first link, one end of which is hinged to the first clamping member, and the other end of which is hinged to the second extension; The second link has one end hinged to the second clamping member and the other end hinged to the second extension. A first transmission component, one end of which is provided with a plurality of first tooth blocks, and the other end of which is hinged to the first clamping component; The second transmission component has a plurality of second tooth blocks at one end, the second tooth blocks on the second transmission component meshing with the first tooth blocks on the first transmission component, and the other end of the second transmission component is hinged to the second clamping component.

6. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The vehicle body includes: The vehicle frame has a housing on it, the housing forms a mounting platform, the robotic arm and the frame are both mounted on the mounting platform, and the vehicle frame is also equipped with casters around its perimeter. A controller, electrically connected to the robotic arm, is used to control the operation of the robotic arm; The drive unit includes a first drive motor and a second drive motor. The first drive motor and the second drive motor are electrically connected to the controller. The first drive motor and the second drive motor are spaced apart on both sides of the frame length direction. The output shafts of the first drive motor and the second drive motor are each equipped with a wheel. The guiding device includes a magnetic strip sensor mounted on the frame. The magnetic strip sensor is electrically connected to the controller. The magnetic strip sensor is used to identify magnetic strips laid on the ground and transmit the received signals to the controller. The controller controls the first drive motor and the second drive motor to work according to the received signals to adjust the forward direction of the frame.

7. The intelligent feeder vehicle as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The front end of the vehicle frame is provided with a bumper strip that protrudes from the front end of the vehicle body. A battery compartment is also formed at the rear end of the vehicle frame. The battery compartment contains a storage battery, which is electrically connected to the controller, the first drive motor, and the second drive motor.

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