Flexible workstation of welding robot

By designing a flexible workstation for welding robots, automated welding is achieved using multi-axis welding robots, solving the problem that traditional equipment cannot adapt to different workpieces and improving production efficiency and welding quality.

CN223833743UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27WUXI DIZO ULTRASONIC TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423130728.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-18
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-18

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Technical Problem

Traditional ultrasonic welding equipment cannot flexibly adapt to workpieces of different sizes, shapes and materials, resulting in a decline in production efficiency and welding quality.

Method used

Design a flexible welding robot workstation that includes a frame, tooling table, air pump, electrical cabinet, electrical box, and multi-axis welding robot. The multi-axis welding robot enables automated welding and can adapt to different workpiece sizes, shapes, and materials.

Benefits of technology

It improves production efficiency and welding quality, reduces manual intervention, enables 24-hour uninterrupted production, and ensures consistent welding precision and quality.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a flexible workstation, belongs to the technical field of welding equipment, and particularly relates to a welding robot flexible workstation which comprises a rack, a tool table, an air pump, an electric cabinet, an electric box and a multi-axis welding robot. The tool table, the air pump, the electric cabinet, the electric box and the multi-axis welding robot are fixedly installed in the rack. The tool table is connected with the air pump, the electric cabinet and the electric box at the same time. The multi-axis welding robot is connected with the air pump, the electric cabinet and the electric box at the same time, a welding production line combining the robot automation technology and the flexible design can adapt to workpieces of different sizes, shapes and materials, the production efficiency and the welding quality are improved, the robot can work continuously, manual intervention is reduced, and the production efficiency is improved. 24-hour uninterrupted production is achieved, the yield is greatly improved, meanwhile, the robot can accurately control the welding process, and the downtime and the process adjusting time are shortened.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model discloses a flexible workstation, belonging to the field of welding equipment technology, specifically relating to a flexible workstation for a welding robot. Background Technology

[0002] Ultrasonic welding is a process that uses high-frequency acoustic vibration energy to join two materials (usually plastic or metal). This technology is commonly used in the manufacture of precision products, especially in the automotive, electronics, pharmaceutical, and packaging industries. Ultrasonic welding utilizes high-frequency vibrations (typically between 20kHz and 40kHz) to generate frictional heat, causing the materials to melt and fuse at the contact point, thus achieving a joint. Compared to traditional welding methods, ultrasonic welding offers significantly higher speeds, completing the welding process in seconds, greatly improving production efficiency. Unlike other welding methods, ultrasonic welding does not require external filler materials or adhesives. It directly melts the materials at the contact interface through the localized high temperatures generated by high-frequency vibrations, forming the weld point. This characteristic is particularly suitable for joining plastics and thin metal parts, reducing the use of additional materials and costs. Traditional ultrasonic welding often employs three-axis robotic arms, requiring operator supervision. Furthermore, traditional welding equipment is typically used in fixed production lines, with the production line and robotic arm working in tandem. This lack of flexibility in coordinating with the welding production line and its inability to adapt to workpieces of different sizes, shapes, and materials leads to decreased production efficiency and weld quality. Utility Model Content

[0003] Purpose of the utility model: To provide a flexible workstation for welding robots to solve the problems mentioned above.

[0004] Technical solution: A flexible workstation for welding robots, comprising: a frame, a tooling table, an air pump, an electrical cabinet, an electrical box, and a multi-axis welding robot;

[0005] The tooling table, the air pump, the electrical cabinet, the electrical box, and the multi-axis welding robot are fixedly installed inside the frame;

[0006] The tooling table is connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, and the electrical box.

[0007] The multi-axis welding robot is simultaneously connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, and the electrical box.

[0008] In a further embodiment, the base of the frame is provided with supporting feet.

[0009] In a further embodiment, the frame panel is provided with a control console, which is connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, the electrical box and the multi-axis welding robot.

[0010] In a further embodiment, the multi-axis welding robot includes: a base, fixedly installed within the frame; a rotating seat, rotatably installed on the base; a first rotating part, installed within the rotating seat to drive the rotating seat to rotate; a first swing arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating seat; a second rotating part, installed on the top of the rotating seat and connected to the first swing arm to drive the first swing arm to rotate; a second swing arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the other end of the first swing arm; a third rotating part, installed on one end of the second swing arm and connected to the other end of the first swing arm to drive the second swing arm to rotate; a rotating arm, rotatably installed on the other end of the second swing arm; a fourth rotating part, installed on the other end of the second swing arm and connected to the rotating arm to drive the rotating arm to rotate; a welding seat, installed on the other end of the rotating arm; a bidirectional cylinder, fixedly connected to the welding seat via a connecting rod; and a welding needle, connected to the bidirectional cylinder via a connecting seat.

[0011] Beneficial Effects: This utility model combines robotic automation technology with a flexible welding production line design. It can adapt to workpieces of different sizes, shapes, and materials, improving production efficiency and welding quality. The flexible workstation significantly improves production efficiency through robotic automation of the welding process. The robot can work continuously, reducing human intervention and enabling 24-hour uninterrupted production, greatly increasing output. Simultaneously, the robot can precisely control the welding process, reducing downtime and process adjustment time. The welding robot provides very high welding precision, ensuring that every weld point meets design requirements and avoiding errors that may occur with manual operation. This high-precision welding ensures consistent welding quality, especially for complex shapes and demanding weld joints, where the robot consistently delivers high-quality welding results. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is an isometric drawing of this utility model.

[0013] Figure 2 This is a top view of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 3 This is an isometric drawing of the multi-axis welding robot of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 4 This is the front view of the multi-axis welding robot of this utility model.

[0016] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Frame; 2. Tooling table; 3. Air pump; 4. Electrical cabinet; 5. Electrical box; 6. Multi-axis welding robot; 7. Support foot; 8. Control console; 9. Base; 61. Rotary seat; 62. First rotating part; 63. First swing arm; 64. Second rotating part; 65. Third rotating part; 66. Rotating arm; 67. Fourth rotating part; 68. Welding seat; 69. Two-way cylinder; 70. Welding needle; 71. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0020] A flexible workstation for welding robots includes: a frame 1, a tooling table 2, an air pump 3, an electrical cabinet 4, an electrical box 5, and a multi-axis welding robot 6.

[0021] In one embodiment, such as Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the tooling table 2, the air pump 3, the electrical cabinet 4, the electrical box 5, and the multi-axis welding robot 6 are fixedly installed inside the frame 1;

[0022] The tooling table 2 is simultaneously connected to the air pump 3, the electrical cabinet 4, and the electrical box 5;

[0023] The multi-axis welding robot 6 is simultaneously connected to the air pump 3, the electrical cabinet 4, and the electrical box 5.

[0024] In one embodiment, such as Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the base 9 of the frame 1 is provided with supporting feet 7.

[0025] In one embodiment, such as Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the frame 1 has a control console 8 on its panel, which is connected to the air pump 3, the electrical cabinet 4, the electrical box 5, and the multi-axis welding robot 6.

[0026] In one embodiment, such as Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the multi-axis welding robot 6 includes: a base 9, fixedly installed within the frame 1; a rotating seat 61, rotatably installed on the base 9; a first rotating part 62, installed within the rotating seat 61 to drive the rotating seat 61 to rotate; a first swing arm 63, one end of which is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating seat; a second rotating part 64, installed on the top of the rotating seat and connected to the first swing arm 63 to drive the first swing arm 63 to rotate; a second swing arm 65, one end of which is rotatably connected to the other end of the first swing arm 63; and a third rotating part 6... 6. A rotating arm 67 is rotatably mounted on the other end of the second swing arm 65; a fourth rotating part 68 is mounted on the other end of the second swing arm 65 and connected to the rotating arm 67 to drive the rotating arm 67 to rotate; a welding seat 69 is mounted on the other end of the rotating arm 67; a bidirectional cylinder 70 is fixedly connected to the welding seat 69 via a connecting rod; and a welding needle 71 is connected to the bidirectional cylinder 70 via a connecting seat.

[0027] Working principle: When this utility model is in operation, the workpiece is first moved to the tooling table 2 through the external conveyor line. Then the tooling table 2 fixes the workpiece. According to the instructions of the control console 8, the multi-axis welding robot 6 works. Then, as the first rotating part 62 works, it drives the rotating seat 61 to rotate. Then the second rotating part 64 works, it drives the first swing arm 63 to work. Then the third rotating part 66 works, it drives the second swing arm 65 to work. Then the fourth rotating part 68 works, it drives the rotating arm 67 to work. Then the bidirectional cylinder 70 works, it drives the welding head to unfold and move to the designated welding position to perform welding work.

[0028] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A flexible workstation for welding robots, characterized in that, include: Frame, tooling table, air pump, electrical cabinet, electrical box, and multi-axis welding robot; The tooling table, the air pump, the electrical cabinet, the electrical box, and the multi-axis welding robot are fixedly installed inside the frame; The tooling table is connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, and the electrical box. The multi-axis welding robot is simultaneously connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, and the electrical box.

2. The flexible workstation for welding robots according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base of the frame is equipped with supporting feet.

3. The flexible workstation for welding robots according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame panel is equipped with a control console, which is connected to the air pump, the electrical cabinet, the electrical box, and the multi-axis welding robot.

4. The flexible workstation for welding robots according to claim 1, characterized in that, The multi-axis welding robot includes: a base, fixedly installed within the frame; a rotating seat, rotatably installed on the base; a first rotating part, installed within the rotating seat to drive the rotating seat to rotate; a first swing arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating seat; a second rotating part, installed on the top of the rotating seat and connected to the first swing arm to drive the first swing arm to rotate; a second swing arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the other end of the first swing arm; a third rotating part, installed at one end of the second swing arm and connected to the other end of the first swing arm to drive the second swing arm to rotate; a rotating arm, rotatably installed at the other end of the second swing arm; a fourth rotating part, installed at the other end of the second swing arm and connected to the rotating arm to drive the rotating arm to rotate; a welding seat, installed at the other end of the rotating arm; a bidirectional cylinder, fixedly connected to the welding seat via a connecting rod; and a welding needle, connected to the bidirectional cylinder via a connecting seat.