AGV track convenient for automatic butt joint
By designing a specific AGV track structure, including outer rails, inner rails, limit plates, and insertion slots, the problem of track deviation during AGV transportation was solved, achieving efficient and stable automated docking and connection.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423226341.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-26
AI Technical Summary
When the number of transport operations increases, existing AGV handling robots have an allowable error range in their docking with automation systems, which can lead to track deviations, potentially causing the baskets to get stuck or fall, thus increasing production costs.
An AGV track was designed, comprising an AGV trolley body, guard plate, conveyor belt, stop block, outer rail, inner rail, rail inlet, positioning block, track groove, inclined plate, and other structures to ensure stable operation and precise docking of AGV trolleys on the track. Multiple AGVs can be connected through limit plates and plug slots.
It improves the accuracy and stability of AGV vehicles during docking, reduces shaking and offset, ensures the stability and safety of the connection, simplifies the operation process, and improves work efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automated transportation technology, specifically relating to an AGV track that facilitates automated docking. Background Technology
[0002] AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) robots are transportation devices that can automatically travel along preset paths. They are mainly used for material handling in industrial production, logistics and warehousing. In industrial production workshops, AGV robots can transport parts between production lines, realize automatic material distribution, and improve production efficiency. Currently, battery cell factories widely use AGV robots to achieve automated handling, thereby saving manpower and improving efficiency.
[0003] However, as the number of transports increases, existing AGV handling robots will have an allowable error range when docking with automation systems. Misalignment of the docking track may cause the tray to get stuck or fall, which in turn leads to an increase in production costs. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an AGV track that facilitates automated docking, in order to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that existing AGV handling robots have an allowable error range in automated docking as the number of transports increases, and that track misalignment may cause the basket to get stuck or fall, thereby increasing production costs.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an AGV track for convenient automated docking, comprising an AGV trolley body;
[0006] The AGV trolley body is provided with guard plates on the left and right sides respectively, and a conveyor belt is provided in the middle of the AGV trolley body. The conveyor belt is provided with blocks on the left and right sides respectively.
[0007] The AGV trolley has a base plate at the bottom of its main body, an outer rail at the bottom of the base plate, and an inner rail at the inner side of the outer rail.
[0008] Preferably, two outer rails are provided on each of the left and right sides, and two inner rails are provided on each of the two sides, with the outer rails and inner rails being parallel to each other.
[0009] Preferably, two rail inlets are provided on the left and right sides of the bottom of the base plate, and a positioning block is provided on the inner side of the rail inlet.
[0010] Preferably, a track groove is provided at the middle position of the top of the outer rail, positioning grooves are provided on the left and right sides of the outer rail, and inclined plates are provided on the front and rear sides of the outer rail.
[0011] Preferably, the inner rail is provided with the same track groove, positioning groove and inclined plate as the outer rail, and the AGV trolley body is slidably connected to the outer rail and the inner rail through the rail inlet.
[0012] Preferably, a mounting groove is provided at the front side of the guard plate, and a limiting plate is provided inside the mounting groove.
[0013] Preferably, the limiting plate and the mounting groove are fixed together by fixing bolts, and a plug groove is provided at the rear side of the guard plate, which corresponds to the limiting plate.
[0014] Preferably, a control cavity is provided at the front of the AGV body, and a control button is provided inside the control cavity, which is embedded in the AGV body.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides an AGV track that is convenient for automated docking, and has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] 1. The design incorporates a base plate, outer rail, inner rail, rail inlet, positioning blocks, track groove, positioning groove, and inclined plates, providing a more precise running track for the AGV trolley and significantly improving the accuracy of docking. The outer and inner rails are parallel and have two on each side, ensuring greater stability and reducing swaying and deviation during operation. Positioning blocks are located on the inner side of the rail inlet on the left and right sides of the bottom of the base plate, and positioning grooves are provided on the outer rail. These structures work together to further ensure docking accuracy. The inclined plates on the front and rear sides of the outer rail guide the AGV trolley as it enters and exits the track, making its movement smoother. The AGV trolley body slides through the rail inlet to connect with the outer and inner rails, a convenient and quick connection method that facilitates the AGV's operation on the track.
[0017] 2. The design of the mounting slot, limiting plate, and plug-in slot, along with the mounting slot on the front and the plug-in slot on the rear of the guard plate, makes it very convenient to connect multiple AGV trolleys. When multiple AGV trolleys need to be connected, a quick connection can be achieved by inserting the limiting plate of one trolley into the plug-in slot of another trolley. The limiting plate and the mounting slot are fixed with fixing bolts. This connection method ensures the stability of the connection and will not easily loosen or fall off during the operation of the AGV trolley, ensuring the safety and stability of logistics transportation. The installation and disassembly process is simple, and operators can quickly perform connection and separation operations, improving work efficiency. This connection method can flexibly adjust the number and method of connection according to actual needs to adapt to different logistics transportation scenarios and task requirements. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the AGV trolley in this utility model.
[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the outer rail and the inner rail in this utility model.
[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the track structure in this utility model.
[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the rail inlet structure in this utility model.
[0023] In the diagram: 1. AGV trolley body; 2. Outer rail; 3. Guard plate; 4. Conveyor belt; 5. Stop block; 6. Control cavity; 7. Mounting slot; 8. Insertion slot; 9. Limit plate; 10. Fixing bolt; 11. Base plate; 12. Control button; 13. Track groove; 14. Positioning groove; 15. Inclined plate; 16. Rail inlet; 17. Positioning block; 18. Inner rail. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0025] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1-5 The diagram shows an AGV track that facilitates automated docking, including the AGV trolley body 1;
[0026] The AGV body 1 is provided with guard plates 3 on the left and right sides respectively, and a conveyor belt 4 is provided in the middle of the AGV body 1. The conveyor belt 4 is provided with blocks 5 on the left and right sides respectively.
[0027] The AGV trolley body 1 has a base plate 11 at the bottom, an outer rail 2 at the bottom of the base plate 11, and an inner rail 18 at the inner side of the outer rail 2.
[0028] Two outer rails 2 are installed on the left and right sides respectively, and two inner rails 18 are installed on both sides respectively. The outer rails 2 and inner rails 18 are parallel to each other.
[0029] Two rail inlets 16 are provided on the left and right sides of the bottom of the base plate 11, and a positioning block 17 is provided on the inner side of the rail inlet 16.
[0030] A track groove 13 is provided at the top center of the outer rail 2, positioning grooves 14 are provided on the left and right sides of the outer rail 2, and inclined plates 15 are provided on the front and rear sides of the outer rail 2.
[0031] The inner rail 18 is equipped with the same track groove 13, positioning groove 14 and inclined plate 15 as the outer rail 2. The AGV trolley body 1 is slidably connected to the outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18 through the rail inlet 16.
[0032] A mounting groove 7 is provided at the front of the guard plate 3, and a limiting plate 9 is provided inside the mounting groove 7.
[0033] The limiting plate 9 and the mounting groove 7 are fixed together by fixing bolts 10. A plug groove 8 is provided at the rear side of the guard plate 3, and the plug groove 8 corresponds to the limiting plate 9.
[0034] A control cavity 6 is provided at the front of the AGV body 1, and a control button 12 is provided inside the control cavity 6. The control cavity 6 is embedded in the AGV body 1.
[0035] In this embodiment, the specific implementation steps of an AGV track for convenient automated docking are as follows: The outer rail 2 and inner rail 18 are laid on the predetermined running route according to design requirements, ensuring the track is flat and stable, with the outer rail 2 and inner rail 18 parallel and in the correct position. The AGV trolley body 1 is placed at the starting point of the track, aligning the rail inlet 16 at the bottom of the base plate 11 of the AGV trolley body 1 with the outer rail 2 and inner rail 18. The AGV trolley is started via the control button 12 in the control cavity 6. The AGV trolley body 1 slides along the outer rail 2 and inner rail 18 through the rail inlet 16. During the sliding process, the positioning block 17 inside the rail inlet 16 cooperates with the structures on the outer rail 2 and inner rail 18 to ensure stable operation of the AGV trolley on the track. The top center of the outer rail 2... The track groove 13 provides guidance for the wheels and other running parts of the AGV. The positioning grooves 14 on the left and right sides of the outer rail 2 further restrict the position of the AGV and prevent it from deviating from the track. The inclined plates 15 on the front and rear sides guide the AGV when it enters or leaves the track. When it needs to dock with other equipment or AGVs, the AGV travels accurately along the track to the docking position. Due to the precise design and positioning structure of the track, the AGV can achieve convenient and automated docking. If multiple AGVs need to be connected, they can be connected and fixed using the limiting plate 9 in the mounting groove 7 on the front side of the guard plate 3 and the insertion groove 8 on the rear side of the guard plate 3. When the AGV completes its task, it can be stopped by the control button 12 and removed from the track or used for other operations.
[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, a base plate 11 is provided at the bottom of the AGV trolley body 1, an outer rail 2 is provided at the bottom of the base plate 11, an inner rail 18 is provided on the inner side of the outer rail 2, two inner rails 18 are provided on the left and right sides of the outer rail 2, and two inner rails 18 are provided on the two sides of the inner rail 18. The outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18 are parallel to each other. Two rail inlets 16 are provided on the left and right sides of the bottom of the base plate 11, and a positioning block 17 is provided on the inner side of the rail inlet 16. A track groove 13 is provided at the middle of the top of the outer rail 2, a positioning groove 14 is provided on the left and right sides of the outer rail 2, and an inclined plate 15 is provided on the front and rear sides of the outer rail 2. The AGV trolley body 1 is slidably connected to the outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18 through the rail inlets 16.
[0037] Preferably, by setting the outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18, a more precise running track is provided for the AGV trolley body 1, which greatly improves the accuracy of the AGV trolley during the docking process. The outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18 are parallel to each other and there are two on each side. This structural design makes the AGV trolley more stable during operation, reducing shaking and deviation. The bottom of the base plate 11 has positioning blocks 17 on the inner side of the rail inlet 16 on the left and right sides, and positioning grooves 14 are provided on the outer rail 2. These structures work together to further ensure the docking accuracy. The inclined plates 15 on the front and rear sides of the outer rail 2 play a guiding role when the AGV trolley enters and exits the track, making the trolley's entry and exit smoother. The AGV trolley body 1 is slidably connected to the outer rail 2 and the inner rail 18 through the rail inlet 16. This connection method is convenient and quick, and facilitates the operation of the AGV trolley on the track.
[0038] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a mounting groove 7 is provided at the front side of the guard plate 3, and a limiting plate 9 is provided inside the mounting groove 7. The limiting plate 9 and the mounting groove 7 are fixed together by fixing bolts 10. A plug-in groove 8 is provided at the rear side of the guard plate 3, and the plug-in groove 8 corresponds to the limiting plate 9.
[0039] Preferably, the design of the mounting groove 7 on the front side and the insertion groove 8 on the rear side of the guard plate 3 makes it very convenient to connect multiple AGV carts. When multiple AGV carts need to be connected, a quick connection can be achieved by inserting the limiting plate 9 of one cart into the insertion groove 8 of another cart. The limiting plate 9 and the mounting groove 7 are fixed by fixing bolts 10. This connection method ensures the stability of the connection and will not easily loosen or fall off during the operation of the AGV cart, thus ensuring the safety and stability of logistics transportation. The installation and disassembly process is simple, and operators can quickly perform connection and separation operations, improving work efficiency. This connection method can flexibly adjust the number and method of connection according to actual needs to adapt to different logistics transportation scenarios and task requirements.
[0040] like Figure 1-5As shown, a control cavity 6 is provided at the front of the AGV body 1, and a control button 12 is provided inside the control cavity 6. The control cavity 6 is embedded in the AGV body 1.
[0041] Optionally, the control cavity 6 is embedded in the main body 1 of the AGV, without occupying additional external space, making the overall structure of the AGV more compact and enabling it to operate flexibly in narrow working environments. The embedded design can better protect the control components such as the control button 12 inside the control cavity 6, reducing damage to the control components caused by external collisions, dust, moisture and other factors, and improving the reliability and service life of the AGV.
[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An AGV track facilitating automatic docking, comprising an AGV car body (1); The AGV car body (1) is provided with a guard plate (3) on both sides, a conveyor belt (4) is arranged at the middle of the AGV car body (1), and a stop block (5) is arranged on both sides of the conveyor belt (4); characterized in that The AGV car body (1) is provided with a bottom plate (11) at the bottom, an outer rail (2) is arranged at the bottom of the bottom plate (11), and an inner rail (18) is arranged at the inner side of the outer rail (2).
2. The AGV track for easy automated docking of claim 1, wherein: The outer rail (2) is provided with two on both sides, the inner rail (18) is provided with two on both sides, and the outer rail (2) and the inner rail (18) are parallel to each other.
3. The AGV track for easy automated docking of claim 2, wherein: The bottom plate (11) is provided with two rail inlet openings (16) on both sides at the bottom, and a positioning block (17) is arranged at the inner side of the rail inlet opening (16).
4. The AGV track of easy automated docking according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer rail (2) is provided with a rail groove (13) at the middle of the top, a positioning groove (14) on both sides of the outer rail (2), and an inclined plate (15) on both sides of the outer rail (2).
5. The AGV track of easy automated docking according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner rail (18) is provided with the same rail groove (13), positioning groove (14) and inclined plate (15) as the outer rail (2), and the AGV car body (1) is connected with the outer rail (2) and the inner rail (18) through the rail inlet opening (16).
6. The AGV track for easy automated docking of claim 1, wherein: The guard plate (3) is provided with a mounting groove (7) at the front side, and a limiting plate (9) is arranged at the inner side of the mounting groove (7).
7. The AGV track of easy automated docking according to claim 6, characterized in that: The limiting plate (9) and the mounting groove (7) are fixedly connected through a fixing bolt (10), and the guard plate (3) is provided with a plug-in groove (8) at the rear side, which corresponds to the limiting plate (9).
8. The AGV track for easy automated docking of claim 1, wherein: The AGV car body (1) is provided with a control cavity (6) at the front side, a control button (12) is arranged at the inner side of the control cavity (6), and the control cavity (6) is embedded in the AGV car body (1).