Automatic discharging mechanism

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automation equipment, in particular to an automatic discharging mechanism which comprises a material moving mechanism, a turnover mechanism and a conveying mechanism, the material moving mechanism comprises a first frame body, a linear displacement mechanism is arranged at the front end of the top of the first frame body, and a driving air cylinder is arranged at the output end of the linear displacement mechanism. The overturning mechanism comprises a second frame body, a rotary driving mechanism is arranged on the outer side of the upper end of the second frame body, a positioning plate is arranged at the output end of the rotary driving mechanism, a second pneumatic clamping jaw is arranged at the top of the positioning plate, and one end of the conveying mechanism is located at the bottom of the second pneumatic clamping jaw. According to the automatic material moving device, the material moving action can be automatically completed, and the turnover mechanism is specially designed to meet the requirement of discharging after the cooling fan is turned over, so that the automation degree of a production line is improved, the uncertainty caused by human factors is reduced, and the production efficiency is improved while the product quality is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation equipment technology, and in particular to an automated feeding mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] In the manufacturing process of modern electronic products, cooling fans are one of the important components that ensure the normal operating temperature of the equipment. With the popularization of automated production, the assembly of cooling fans is also gradually developing towards a high degree of automation. In the assembly process of cooling fans, inserting the fasteners at the corners is a critical step, which not only affects the progress of subsequent assembly work, but also has a direct impact on the quality of the finished product.

[0003] Currently, on cooling fan assembly lines, the unloading process for cooling fans with pre-assembled fasteners largely relies on semi-automatic or manual operation. These methods are inefficient and prone to errors. Especially when it's necessary to flip the cooling fan to fit subsequent assembly requirements, existing automated equipment often lacks the necessary flipping function. This limits the automation level of the entire production line, increases the need for manual intervention, thereby raising production costs and reducing production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes an automated feeding mechanism that not only automatically completes the material transfer action, but also features a specially designed flipping mechanism to meet the requirement of flipping the cooling fan before feeding, thereby improving the automation level of the production line, reducing the uncertainty caused by human factors, ensuring product quality while improving production efficiency.

[0005] An automated material feeding mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention includes a material transfer mechanism, a flipping mechanism, and a conveying mechanism. The material transfer mechanism includes a first frame, a linear displacement mechanism is provided at the top front end of the first frame, a connecting plate is provided at the output end of the linear displacement mechanism, a driving cylinder is provided at the front end of the connecting plate, the driving cylinder is arranged in a vertical direction, and a first pneumatic gripper is provided at the output end of the driving cylinder. The first pneumatic gripper is located at the top of the flipping mechanism. The flipping mechanism includes a second frame, a rotary drive mechanism is provided on the outer side of the upper end of the second frame, a positioning plate is provided at the output end of the rotary drive mechanism, a second pneumatic gripper is provided at the top of the positioning plate, and one end of the conveying mechanism is located at the bottom of the second pneumatic gripper.

[0006] An automated feeding mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0007] This invention integrates material transfer, flipping, and conveying functions into one unit, realizing an automated continuous operation process after the cooling fan assembly. Compared with traditional manual or semi-automatic methods, this fully automated design significantly shortens the processing time for each cooling fan, thereby significantly improving the overall efficiency of the production line. The linear displacement mechanism and drive cylinder precisely control the movement of the first pneumatic gripper, ensuring consistency in gripping and placement positions each time; simultaneously, the rotary drive mechanism accurately controls the flipping angle, ensuring a uniform posture for each product after flipping, reducing errors caused by human factors, and improving product quality.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated feeding mechanism is provided, wherein the linear displacement mechanism includes a first fixed plate and a lead screw and nut mechanism. The first fixed plate is disposed on the top of the first frame, the lead screw and nut mechanism is disposed on the first fixed plate, and the connecting plate is connected to the output end of the lead screw and nut mechanism.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated feeding mechanism is provided, wherein a second fixed plate is connected to the edge of the first fixed plate, a slide rail is provided on the outer side of the second fixed plate, and a slider is provided on the rear side of the connecting plate, the slider being slidably connected to the slide rail.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated unloading mechanism is provided with a connecting platform at the bottom of the positioning plate, and a second pneumatic gripper is provided at the top of the connecting platform.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated feeding mechanism includes a third frame, a drive motor, and a synchronous belt. One end of the third frame is rotatably provided with a drive shaft, and a first synchronous pulley is provided on the drive shaft. The drive motor is located on the outside of the third frame, and the output end of the drive motor is connected to the drive shaft. The other end of the third frame is rotatably provided with a transmission shaft, and a second synchronous pulley is provided on the transmission shaft. The synchronous belt is drivingly connected to the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated feeding mechanism is provided in which two synchronous belts, two first synchronous pulleys, and two second synchronous pulleys are provided. The two first synchronous pulleys are all provided on the drive shaft, and the two second synchronous pulleys are all provided on the transmission shaft. The two synchronous belts are connected to the two first synchronous pulleys and the two second synchronous pulleys in a transmission connection.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an automated feeding mechanism is provided with a first gap between the two synchronous belts and a second gap between each of the two synchronous belts and the frame.

[0014] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the material transfer mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the flipping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the conveying mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Reference numerals: 1. Material transfer mechanism; 2. Tilting mechanism; 3. Conveying mechanism; 4. First frame; 5. Linear displacement mechanism; 6. Connecting plate; 7. Drive cylinder; 8. First pneumatic gripper; 9. Second frame; 10. Rotary drive mechanism; 11. Positioning plate; 12. Second pneumatic gripper; 13. First fixing plate; 14. Screw and nut mechanism; 15. Second fixing plate; 16. Slide rail; 17. Slider; 18. Connecting platform; 19. Third frame; 20. Drive motor; 21. Synchronous belt; 22. Drive shaft; 23. First synchronous pulley; 24. Transmission shaft; 25. Second synchronous pulley; 26. First gap; 27. Second gap. Detailed Implementation

[0021] 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 are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, left, right, front, and back, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the module 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.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, the use of "first" and "second" is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or the order of the technical features.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0025] like Figures 1-4 As shown in the figure, this utility model embodiment provides an automated feeding mechanism.

[0026] An automated material feeding mechanism includes a material transfer mechanism 1, a flipping mechanism 2, and a conveying mechanism 3. The material transfer mechanism 1 includes a first frame 4, with a linear displacement mechanism 5 at the top front end of the first frame 4. A connecting plate 6 is provided at the output end of the linear displacement mechanism 5, and a driving cylinder 7 is provided at the front end of the connecting plate 6. The driving cylinder 7 is arranged vertically, and a first pneumatic gripper 8 is provided at the output end of the driving cylinder 7. The first pneumatic gripper 8 is located at the top of the flipping mechanism 2. The flipping mechanism 2 includes a second frame 9, with a rotary drive mechanism 10 provided on the outer side of the upper end of the second frame 9. A positioning plate 11 is provided at the output end of the rotary drive mechanism 10, and a second pneumatic gripper 12 is provided at the top of the positioning plate 11. One end of the conveying mechanism 3 is located at the bottom of the second pneumatic gripper 12.

[0027] This invention integrates material transfer, flipping, and conveying functions into one unit, realizing an automated continuous operation process after the cooling fan assembly. Compared with traditional manual or semi-automatic methods, this fully automated design significantly shortens the processing time for each cooling fan, thereby significantly improving the overall efficiency of the production line. The linear displacement mechanism 5 and the drive cylinder 7 precisely control the movement of the first pneumatic gripper 8, ensuring consistency in gripping and placement positions each time. Simultaneously, the rotary drive mechanism 10 accurately controls the flipping angle, ensuring a uniform posture for each product after flipping, reducing errors caused by human factors, and improving product quality.

[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: the material transfer mechanism 1 clamps the cooling fan with the fastener installed by the first pneumatic gripper 8 and moves it to the top of the second pneumatic gripper 12. The first pneumatic gripper 8 clamps the cooling fan tightly. The rotation drive mechanism 10 drives the first pneumatic gripper 8 to rotate and flip it. The first pneumatic gripper 8 releases and places the cooling fan on the conveying mechanism. The conveying mechanism 3 transports the cooling fan for unloading.

[0029] This embodiment describes an automated material unloading mechanism. The linear displacement mechanism 5 includes a first fixed plate 13 and a lead screw and nut mechanism 14. The first fixed plate 13 is disposed on the top of the first frame 4, and the lead screw and nut mechanism 14 is disposed on the first fixed plate 13. The connecting plate 6 is connected to the output end of the lead screw and nut mechanism 14. Specifically, the lead screw and nut mechanism 14, as part of the linear displacement mechanism 5, can achieve precise position control and stable motion transmission. Compared with traditional transmission methods, the lead screw and nut mechanism 14 has higher positioning accuracy, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the first pneumatic gripper 8 in grasping and releasing materials.

[0030] The automated feeding mechanism described in this embodiment includes a second fixed plate 15 connected to the edge of the first fixed plate 13. A slide rail 16 is provided on the outer side of the second fixed plate 15, and a slider 17 is provided on the rear side of the connecting plate 6. The slider 17 is slidably connected to the slide rail 16. Specifically, the addition of the slide rail 16 and slider 17 between the connecting plate 6 and the first fixed plate 13 provides additional guidance and support for linear displacement, enhancing the stability of the system and preventing possible deviation during displacement.

[0031] The automated feeding mechanism described in this embodiment has a connecting platform 18 at the bottom of the positioning plate 11, and the second pneumatic gripper 12 is disposed on the top of the connecting platform 18. Specifically, the above arrangement ensures the stability of the gripper and the material it holds during the flipping process, reduces the risk of product damage caused by vibration or instability, and improves the safety and success rate of the flipping operation.

[0032] This embodiment describes an automated material feeding mechanism. The conveying mechanism 3 includes a third frame 19, a drive motor 20, and a synchronous belt 21. One end of the third frame 19 is rotatably equipped with a drive shaft 22, on which a first synchronous pulley 23 is mounted. The drive motor 20 is located on the outside of the third frame 19, and its output end is connected to the drive shaft 22. The other end of the third frame 19 is rotatably equipped with a transmission shaft 24, on which a second synchronous pulley 25 is mounted. The synchronous belt 21 is connected to both the first and second synchronous pulleys 23 and 25. Specifically, the conveying mechanism 3, composed of the drive motor 20, synchronous belt 21, and synchronous pulleys, achieves efficient power transmission and continuous material conveying. This conveying mechanism 3 features fast start-up and stable operation, making it suitable for fast-paced production environments. Furthermore, the conveying speed can be adjusted as needed to meet different production requirements.

[0033] The automated feeding mechanism described in this embodiment includes two synchronous belts 21, two first synchronous pulleys 23, and two second synchronous pulleys 25. The two first synchronous pulleys 23 are mounted on the drive shaft 22, and the two second synchronous pulleys 25 are mounted on the transmission shaft 24. The two synchronous belts 21 are connected to the two first synchronous pulleys 23 and the two second synchronous pulleys 25 in a one-to-one transmission manner. Specifically, the design of two synchronous belts 21 increases the load-bearing capacity and operational stability of the conveyor belt, enabling the conveying mechanism to maintain good performance under heavier load conditions.

[0034] In this embodiment, an automated unloading mechanism is provided, wherein a first gap 26 is provided between the two synchronous belts 21, and a second gap 27 is provided between each of the two synchronous belts 21 and the third frame 19. Specifically, in the automated unloading mechanism, the design of the first gap 26 between the synchronous belts 21 and the second gap 27 between the synchronous belts 21 and the third frame 19 ensures that the fasteners can smoothly pass through the conveying area after flipping, while avoiding interference or collision between the synchronous belts 21 and the fasteners or other components.

[0035] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automated feeding mechanism, characterized in that: The device includes a material transfer mechanism, a flipping mechanism, and a conveying mechanism. The material transfer mechanism includes a first frame, with a linear displacement mechanism at the top front end of the first frame. The output end of the linear displacement mechanism is provided with a connecting plate, and the front end of the connecting plate is provided with a driving cylinder. The driving cylinder is arranged vertically, and the output end of the driving cylinder is provided with a first pneumatic gripper located at the top of the flipping mechanism. The flipping mechanism includes a second frame, with a rotary drive mechanism on the outer side of the upper end of the second frame. The output end of the rotary drive mechanism is provided with a positioning plate, and the top of the positioning plate is provided with a second pneumatic gripper. One end of the conveying mechanism is located at the bottom of the second pneumatic gripper.

2. The automated feeding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The linear displacement mechanism includes a first fixed plate and a lead screw and nut mechanism. The first fixed plate is disposed on the top of the first frame, the lead screw and nut mechanism is disposed on the first fixed plate, and the connecting plate is connected to the output end of the lead screw and nut mechanism.

3. The automated feeding mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: A second fixing plate is connected to the edge of the first fixing plate, a slide rail is provided on the outer side of the second fixing plate, and a slider is provided on the rear side of the connecting plate, the slider being slidably connected to the slide rail.

4. The automated feeding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting platform is provided at the bottom of the positioning plate, and the second pneumatic gripper is provided at the top of the connecting platform.

5. The automated feeding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveying mechanism includes a third frame, a drive motor, and a synchronous belt. One end of the third frame is rotatably equipped with a drive shaft, and a first synchronous pulley is provided on the drive shaft. The drive motor is located on the outside of the third frame, and the output end of the drive motor is connected to the drive shaft. The other end of the third frame is rotatably equipped with a transmission shaft, and a second synchronous pulley is provided on the transmission shaft. The synchronous belt is connected to both the first and second synchronous pulleys.

6. An automated feeding mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The synchronous belt, the first synchronous pulley, and the second synchronous pulley are all provided in twos. The two first synchronous pulleys are all located on the drive shaft, and the two second synchronous pulleys are all located on the transmission shaft. The two synchronous belts are connected to the two first synchronous pulleys and the two second synchronous pulleys one by one.

7. An automated feeding mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: A first gap is provided between the two synchronous belts, and a second gap is provided between each of the two synchronous belts and the frame.

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