Automatic testing fixture designing and manufacturing equipment

By designing automated inspection equipment and utilizing components such as clamping cylinders, hole probes, and PLC control boxes, automatic clamping and inspection of products are achieved, solving the problems of low inspection efficiency and low accuracy in existing technologies, and improving inspection efficiency and accuracy.

CN223769443UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06DONGGUAN CHUANGHANG AUTO PARTS TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520427894.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-12
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-12

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Technical Problem

Existing manual inspection methods are inefficient and highly unstable, resulting in low inspection accuracy.

Method used

An automated inspection device was designed, including a machine base, a clamping mechanism, a hole position detection mechanism, a flatness detection mechanism, and a control mechanism. Utilizing components such as clamping cylinders, hole position probes, position sensors, dial indicators, and PLC control boxes, it achieves automatic clamping, detection, and signal transmission, thereby improving detection efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits of technology

It has enabled automated product testing, improved testing efficiency and accuracy, and reduced the instability and errors of manual testing.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of detection tools, and particularly relates to an automatic detection tool designing and manufacturing device which comprises a machine table, a clamping mechanism, a hole site detection mechanism, a flatness detection mechanism and a control mechanism. The clamping mechanism comprises a clamping air cylinder and a clamping block. The hole site detection mechanism comprises a detection air cylinder, a hole site probe and a position sensor. According to the automatic testing fixture designing and manufacturing equipment, after a product is placed on the machine table, the product is automatically clamped through the clamping mechanism, the detection air cylinder drives the hole position probe and the position sensor to stretch out, and a detection signal is automatically transmitted to the PLC electric control box through the Bluetooth transmission module; a product is placed on the supporting plate and then abuts against the dial indicator, meanwhile, the flatness of the lower surface of the product is automatically detected through the dial indicator, the dial indicator automatically transmits a detection signal to the PLC electric cabinet through the Bluetooth transmission module, and therefore automatic clamping, detection and transmission of the product are completed, and the detection efficiency and precision are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of inspection tool technology, and in particular relates to an automated inspection tool design and manufacturing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Testing fixtures are a category of fixtures specifically designed for testing and experimenting with a product's functions, power calibration, lifespan, performance, etc. They are called testing fixtures because they are mainly used on the production line to test various indicators of the product.

[0003] After automotive parts are manufactured, they need to undergo technical inspections, such as hole position inspection, flatness inspection, and contour inspection. Current technical inspection methods involve manual observation or the use of probes to inspect hole positions, and manual use of dial indicators to inspect flatness and contour. These manual inspection methods are inefficient, require step-by-step inspection, and are prone to instability and large errors, resulting in low inspection accuracy. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment, aiming to solve the technical problems of low inspection efficiency, high instability, and large errors in existing manual inspection methods, resulting in low inspection accuracy.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this utility model embodiment includes a machine base, a clamping mechanism, a hole position detection mechanism, a flatness detection mechanism, and a control mechanism, wherein the clamping mechanism, the hole position detection mechanism, the flatness detection mechanism, and the control mechanism are all connected to the machine base;

[0006] The clamping mechanism includes a clamping cylinder and a clamping block, wherein the clamping cylinder is connected to the machine base and the clamping block is connected to the clamping cylinder;

[0007] The hole position detection mechanism includes a detection cylinder, a hole position probe, and a position sensor. The detection cylinder is connected to the machine base. One end of the hole position probe is connected to the detection cylinder, and the other end extends upward out of the detection cylinder. The position sensor is connected to the hole position probe.

[0008] The flatness detection mechanism includes an upper flatness detection component and a lower flatness detection component, both of which are connected to the machine base. The upper flatness detection component is disposed on the top side of the lower flatness detection component.

[0009] The upper flatness detection component includes a gantry frame and a slide rail, wherein the gantry frame is connected to the machine base and the slide rail is connected to the gantry frame;

[0010] The lower flatness detection component includes a support plate, a fixed base, and a dial indicator. The support plate is connected to the machine tool and has a clearance hole. The fixed base is connected to the machine tool. The dial indicator includes a body and a probe. The body is connected to the fixed base. One end of the probe is connected to the body, and the other end extends out of the fixed base and the clearance hole.

[0011] The control mechanism includes a frame and a PLC control box, and the frame is connected to the PLC control box of the machine.

[0012] As an optional solution of this utility model, the clamping mechanism is provided in multiple ways and is evenly fixedly connected to the machine base. The clamping cylinder includes an upper clamping cylinder body and a lower clamping cylinder body. The lower clamping cylinder body is fixedly connected to the machine base, and the upper clamping cylinder body is rotatably connected to the lower clamping cylinder body. The clamping block is U-shaped and fixedly connected to the upper clamping cylinder body.

[0013] As an optional solution of this utility model, the hole position detection mechanism is provided in multiple units and is uniformly fixedly connected to the machine base; the position sensor is fixedly connected to the top of the hole position probe, the position sensor is provided with a Bluetooth transmission module, and the Bluetooth transmission module is electrically connected to the PLC control box.

[0014] As an optional solution of this utility model, multiple upper flatness detection components are provided and are uniformly fixedly connected to the machine base, with adjacent upper flatness detection components arranged in parallel and at intervals.

[0015] As an optional solution of this utility model, the lower flatness detection component is provided in multiple parts and is uniformly fixedly connected to the machine base; a dial spring is provided between the dial probe and the dial body, the dial spring is sleeved on the outside of the dial probe and abuts against the dial body; a Bluetooth transmission module is provided inside the dial gauge, and the Bluetooth transmission module is electrically connected to the PLC control box.

[0016] As an optional solution of this utility model, the bottom of the machine base is fixedly connected with a support cup and a roller assembly, and multiple support cups and roller assemblies are provided.

[0017] As an optional solution of this utility model, the side of the machine tool is provided with a side template, a side cylinder is fixedly connected to the side template, a side probe is fixedly connected to the side cylinder, and a position sensor is fixedly connected to one end of the side probe.

[0018] The above-mentioned technical solutions in the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this utility model embodiment have at least one of the following technical effects:

[0019] The automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this application includes a machine base, a clamping mechanism, a hole position detection mechanism, a flatness detection mechanism, and a control mechanism. After the product is placed on the machine base, it is automatically clamped by the clamping mechanism. The detection cylinder drives the hole position probe and position sensor to extend, and automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box via a Bluetooth transmission module. Since one end of the dial indicator extends out of the support plate, the product is placed on the support plate and comes into contact with the dial indicator. At the same time, the dial indicator automatically detects the flatness of the lower surface of the product. The dial indicator automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box via the Bluetooth transmission module, thereby completing the automatic clamping, detection, and transmission of the product, improving detection efficiency and accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 A perspective view of the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in the embodiments of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 A perspective view of the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this embodiment of the utility model, omitting the support plate.

[0023] Figure 3 A perspective view of the clamping mechanism of the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 A perspective view of the lower flatness detection component of the automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part A in the image.

[0026] Figure 6 A perspective view of the hole position detection mechanism of the automated inspection tool design and manufacturing equipment provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0027] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0028] 1. Machine base; 2. Clamping mechanism; 3. Hole position detection mechanism; 4. Control mechanism; 5. Upper flatness detection component; 6. Lower flatness detection component; 7. Support cup; 8. Roller assembly;

[0029] 11. Side template; 12. Side cylinder; 13. Side probe;

[0030] 21. Clamping cylinder; 22. Clamping block; 23. Upper clamping cylinder body; 24. Lower clamping cylinder body;

[0031] 31. Detection cylinder; 32. Hole position probe; 33. Position sensor;

[0032] 41. Frame; 42. PLC control box;

[0033] 51. Gantry frame; 52. Slide rail;

[0034] 61. Support plate; 62. Fixing base; 63. Clearance hole; 64. Dial probe; 65. Dial spring. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in 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 intended to explain the embodiments of this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting the utility model.

[0036] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0037] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0038] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-6 As shown, an automated fixture design and manufacturing equipment is provided, including a machine base 1, a clamping mechanism 2, a hole position detection mechanism 3, a flatness detection mechanism, and a control mechanism 4. The clamping mechanism 2, the hole position detection mechanism 3, the flatness detection mechanism, and the control mechanism 4 are all connected to the machine base 1.

[0040] The clamping mechanism 2 includes a clamping cylinder 21 and a clamping block 22. The clamping cylinder 21 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1, and the clamping block 22 is fixedly connected to the clamping cylinder 21.

[0041] The hole position detection mechanism 3 includes a detection cylinder 31, a hole position probe 32, and a position sensor 33. The detection cylinder 31 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1. One end of the hole position probe 32 is fixedly connected to the detection cylinder 31, and the other end extends upward beyond the detection cylinder 31. The position sensor 33 is fixedly connected to the hole position probe 32. The detection cylinder 31 drives the hole position probe 32 and the position sensor 33 to move upward. After successfully passing through the hole position of the product, the detection signal is transmitted to the PLC control box 42. If the probe fails to pass through the hole position, another signal is sent to the PLC control box 42, which displays "NG" and alerts the operator.

[0042] The flatness detection mechanism includes an upper flatness detection component 5 and a lower flatness detection component 6. Both the upper flatness detection component 5 and the lower flatness detection component 6 are connected to the machine base 1, and the upper flatness detection component 5 is located on the top side of the lower flatness detection component 6.

[0043] The upper surface flatness inspection component 5 includes a gantry frame 51 and a slide rail 52. The gantry frame 51 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1, and the slide rail 52 is fixedly connected to the gantry frame 51. The slide rail 52 is set parallel to the gantry frame 51 and the ground. By connecting an end face gauge to the slide rail 52, the flatness and contour of the upper surface of the product are inspected.

[0044] The lower surface flatness testing component 6 includes a support plate 61, a fixed base 62, and a dial indicator. The support plate 61 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1, and a clearance hole 63 is provided on the support plate 61. The fixed base 62 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1. The dial indicator includes an indicator body and an indicator probe 64. The indicator body is fixedly connected to the fixed base 62, and one end of the indicator probe 64 is fixedly connected to the indicator body, while the other end extends out of the fixed base 62 and the clearance hole 63. After the product is placed on the machine base 1, the indicator probe 64 extends out of the clearance hole 63 and will press against the bottom surface of the product, and the flatness and contour of the lower surface of the product will be detected by the dial indicator.

[0045] The control mechanism 4 includes a frame 41 and a PLC control box 42, with the frame 41 connected to the PLC control box 42 of the machine base 1.

[0046] The automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this application allows the product to be automatically clamped by the clamping mechanism 2 after it is placed on the machine base 1. The detection cylinder 31 drives the hole probe 32 and the position sensor 33 to extend, and automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box 42 through the Bluetooth transmission module. Since one end of the dial indicator extends out of the support plate 61, the product is placed on the support plate 61 and abuts against the dial indicator. At the same time, the dial indicator automatically detects the flatness of the lower surface of the product. The dial indicator automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box 42 through the Bluetooth transmission module, thereby completing the automatic clamping, detection and transmission of the product, improving detection efficiency and accuracy.

[0047] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple clamping mechanisms 2 are provided and evenly fixedly connected to the machine base 1. The clamping cylinder 21 includes an upper clamping cylinder body 23 and a lower clamping cylinder body 24. The lower clamping cylinder body 24 is fixedly connected to the machine base 1, and the upper clamping cylinder body 23 is rotatably connected to the lower clamping cylinder body 24. The clamping block 22 is U-shaped and fixedly connected to the upper clamping cylinder body 23. The upper clamping cylinder body 23 drives the lower clamping cylinder body 24 to rotate, which in turn drives the clamping block 22 to rotate, and then the product is clamped and positioned by the clamping block 22.

[0048] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple hole position detection mechanisms 3 are provided and evenly fixedly connected to the machine base 1. A position sensor 33 is fixedly connected to the top of the hole position probe 32. The position sensor 33 contains a Bluetooth transmission module, which is electrically connected to the PLC control box 42. The detection cylinder 31 drives the hole position probe 32 and the position sensor 33 upwards. After successfully passing through the hole in the product, the detection signal is transmitted to the PLC control box 42 via the Bluetooth transmission module. If the probe fails to pass through the hole, another signal is sent to the PLC control box 42 via the Bluetooth transmission module. The PLC control box 42 displays "NG" and alerts the operator.

[0049] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple upper flatness detection components 5 are provided and uniformly fixedly connected to the machine base 1, with adjacent upper flatness detection components 5 arranged parallel and spaced apart. By providing multiple upper flatness detection components 5, the averageness and accuracy of detection are improved.

[0050] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple lower surface flatness detection components 6 are provided and uniformly fixedly connected to the machine base 1; a dial indicator spring 65 is provided between the dial indicator probe 64 and the dial indicator body, the dial indicator spring 65 is sleeved on the outside of the dial indicator probe 64 and abuts against the dial indicator body; a Bluetooth transmission module is provided inside the dial indicator, and the Bluetooth transmission module is electrically connected to the PLC control box 42. After the product is placed on the machine base 1, since the dial indicator probe 64 extends out of the clearance hole 63 and will press against the bottom surface of the product, and is buffered by the dial indicator spring 65, the flatness and contour of the lower surface of the product are then detected by the dial indicator, and the detection signal is transmitted to the PLC control box 42 through the Bluetooth transmission module.

[0051] In another embodiment of this utility model, a support cup 7 and a roller assembly 8 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the machine base 1, and multiple support cups 7 and roller assemblies 8 are provided. By providing multiple support cups 7, the stability of the equipment is improved. By providing multiple roller assemblies 8, the convenience of the equipment is improved.

[0052] In another embodiment of this utility model, a side template 11 is provided on the side of the machine base 1. A side cylinder 12 is fixedly connected to the side template 11, and a side probe 13 is fixedly connected to the side cylinder 12. A position sensor 33 is fixedly connected to one end of the side probe 13, and a Bluetooth transmission module is provided inside the position sensor 33. The side cylinder 12 drives the side probe 13 to extend. After successfully passing through the hole in the product, it transmits a detection signal to the PLC control box 42. If it fails to pass through the hole in the product, it sends another signal to the PLC control box 42, which displays NG and alerts the operator.

[0053] The automated inspection fixture design and manufacturing equipment provided in this application allows the product to be automatically clamped by the clamping mechanism 2 after it is placed on the machine base 1. The detection cylinder 31 drives the hole probe 32 and the position sensor 33 to extend, and automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box 42 through the Bluetooth transmission module. Since one end of the dial indicator extends out of the support plate 61, the product is placed on the support plate 61 and abuts against the dial indicator. At the same time, the dial indicator automatically detects the flatness of the lower surface of the product. The dial indicator automatically transmits the detection signal to the PLC control box 42 through the Bluetooth transmission module, thereby completing the automatic clamping, detection and transmission of the product, improving detection efficiency and accuracy.

[0054] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements 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 automated gage design and manufacturing apparatus, comprising: Including machine table, clamping mechanism, hole position detection mechanism, flatness detection mechanism and control mechanism, the clamping mechanism, hole position detection mechanism, flatness detection mechanism and control mechanism are connected to the machine table; The clamping mechanism includes a clamping cylinder and a clamping block, the clamping cylinder is connected to the machine table, and the clamping block is connected to the clamping cylinder; The hole position detection mechanism includes a detection cylinder, a hole position probe and a position sensor, the detection cylinder is connected to the machine table, one end of the hole position probe is connected to the detection cylinder, and the other end extends out of the detection cylinder; The flatness detection mechanism includes an upper flatness detection assembly and a lower flatness detection assembly, the upper flatness detection assembly and the lower flatness detection assembly are connected to the machine table, and the upper flatness detection assembly is arranged on the top side of the lower flatness detection assembly; The upper flatness detection assembly includes a gantry and a sliding rail, the gantry is connected to the machine table, and the sliding rail is connected to the gantry; The lower flatness detection assembly includes a support plate, a fixed seat and a dial gauge, the support plate is connected to the machine table, the support plate is provided with a clearance hole, the fixed seat is connected to the machine table, the dial gauge includes a dial body and a dial probe, the dial body is connected to the fixed seat, one end of the dial probe is connected to the dial body, and the other end extends out of the fixed seat and the clearance hole; The control mechanism includes a rack and a PLC electric control box, and the rack is connected to the PLC electric control box of the machine table.

2. The automated gauges design and manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The clamping mechanism is provided with a plurality of clamping mechanisms, which are uniformly fixed to the machine table, the clamping cylinder includes an upper clamping cylinder body and a lower clamping cylinder body, the lower clamping cylinder body is fixedly connected to the machine table, the upper clamping cylinder body is rotatably connected to the lower clamping cylinder body, and the clamping block is arranged in a U-shaped manner and fixedly connected to the upper clamping cylinder body.

3. The automated gauges design and manufacturing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The hole position detection mechanism is provided with a plurality of hole position detection mechanisms, which are uniformly fixed to the machine table; the position sensor is fixedly connected to the top end of the hole position probe, the position sensor is provided with a Bluetooth transmission module, and the Bluetooth transmission module is electrically connected to the PLC electric control box.

4. The automatic gauge design and manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The upper flatness detection assembly is provided with a plurality of upper flatness detection assemblies, which are uniformly fixed to the machine table, and adjacent upper flatness detection assemblies are arranged in parallel and at intervals.

5. The automated gauges design and manufacturing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The lower flatness detection assembly is provided with a plurality of lower flatness detection assemblies, which are uniformly fixed to the machine table; a dial spring is arranged between the dial probe and the dial body, the dial spring is arranged outside the dial probe and abuts against the dial body; the dial gauge is provided with a Bluetooth transmission module, and the Bluetooth transmission module is electrically connected to the PLC electric control box.

6. The automated gauges design and manufacturing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The machine table is fixedly connected with a support cup and a roller set at the bottom, and the support cup and the roller set are each provided with a plurality of support cups and roller sets.

7. The automated gauges design and manufacturing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The side surface of the machine table is provided with a side mold plate, the side mold plate is fixedly connected with a side cylinder, the side cylinder is fixedly connected with a side probe, and one end of the side probe is fixedly connected with a position sensor.