Automatic feeding device for negative plate frame of flow battery

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of flow batteries, and discloses an automatic feeding device for a negative plate frame of a flow battery, which comprises a mechanical arm and a suction component, and the end of the mechanical arm is connected with a fixed plate; the suction assembly comprises a transition rod, two mounting rods and a plurality of suction cups, the transition rod is detachably connected with the fixing plate, the two mounting rods are arranged at the two ends of the transition rod respectively, and the suction cups are symmetrically arranged on the mounting rods. Therefore, the mechanical arm is matched with the suction assembly, so that the negative plate frame of the flow battery can be automatically carried on line, the labor cost is reduced, and the carrying efficiency and the safety in the carrying process are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of flow battery technology, and in particular to an automatic loading device for a flow battery cathode plate frame. Background Technology

[0002] A flow battery is a type of battery consisting of a stack unit, electrolyte, electrolyte storage and supply unit, and management and control unit. It has advantages such as high capacity, wide range of applications, and long cycle life.

[0003] A flow battery consists of a cathode and an anode. The cathode plate frame is a key component of the flow battery stack unit. During the manufacturing process, workers usually need to manually move the cathode plate frame onto the conveyor line. However, during manual handling, there is a risk of workpiece collision and detachment, which results in poor safety, low handling efficiency, and high labor costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic loading device for cathode plates and frames of flow batteries, so as to solve the problems of poor safety performance, low handling efficiency and high labor costs during the handling of cathode plates and frames of flow batteries.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An automatic loading device for a flow battery cathode plate frame includes: a robotic arm with a fixed plate connected to its end; and a suction assembly including a transition rod, a mounting rod, and multiple suction cups. The transition rod is detachably connected to the fixed plate, and two mounting rods are respectively located at both ends of the transition rod. The multiple suction cups are symmetrically arranged on the mounting rods.

[0007] Preferably, there are two transition rods, which are symmetrically arranged on the fixing plate, and the two mounting rods are respectively arranged at both ends on the same side of the two transition rods.

[0008] Preferably, the length direction of the transition rod is perpendicular to the length direction of the mounting rod.

[0009] Preferably, the transition rod is connected to a transition bracket, the transition bracket is connected to a support plate, the length direction of the support plate is parallel to the length direction of the mounting rod, and the support plate is connected to the mounting rod.

[0010] Preferably, the suction cup is connected to a connecting plate, and the suction cup and the connecting plate are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. The connecting plate includes a first part and a second part arranged at an angle. The first part is connected to the mounting rod, and the second part is connected to the suction cup.

[0011] Preferably, the second part and the suction cup are both located on the side of the two mounting rods that are far apart from each other.

[0012] Preferably, the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery further includes a detection element, which is disposed on the mounting rod.

[0013] Preferably, the detection element is disposed on the side of the mounting rod opposite to the transition rod.

[0014] Preferably, the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery further includes a blocking component, which is disposed on the mounting rod and is used to block the cathode plate frame of the flow battery.

[0015] Preferably, the end of the robotic arm opposite to the fixed plate is connected to a base.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] An automatic loading device for a flow battery cathode plate frame includes a robotic arm and a suction assembly. The end of the robotic arm is connected to a fixed plate. The suction assembly includes a transition rod, a mounting rod, and multiple suction cups. The transition rod is detachably connected to the fixed plate. There are two mounting rods, which are respectively located at both ends of the transition rod. The multiple suction cups are symmetrically arranged on the mounting rod.

[0018] In this way, the fixed plate can connect the transition rod to the robotic arm, and the transition rod can provide stable support for the mounting rod and the suction cup set on the mounting rod, so that the suction cup can stably pick up the flow battery cathode plate frame and transport it to the line, reducing labor costs and reducing the collision and detachment of the flow battery cathode plate frame during movement, thereby improving safety performance and handling efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of a flow battery in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of a flow battery in one embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the automatic online loading device for the cathode plate frame of a flow battery in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second partial structure of the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of a flow battery in one embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] In the picture:

[0024] 1. Robotic arm; 11. Fixing plate; 12. Base; 121. Base plate; 2. Suction assembly; 21. Transition rod; 211. Transition bracket; 2111. Support plate; 22. Mounting rod; 23. Suction cup; 231. Connecting plate; 2311. First part; 2312. Second part; 3. Detection piece; 31. Bracket. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" 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 utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0028] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0029] See Figure 1 and Figure 2This utility model provides an automatic loading device for cathode plate frames of flow batteries, including a robotic arm 1 and a suction assembly 2. The end of the robotic arm 1 is connected to a fixed plate 11. The suction assembly 2 includes a transition rod 21, a mounting rod 22 and multiple suction cups 23. The transition rod 21 is detachably connected to the fixed plate 11. There are two mounting rods 22, which are respectively located at both ends of the transition rod 21. The multiple suction cups 23 are symmetrically arranged on the mounting rod 22.

[0030] In this embodiment, the fixing plate 11 is disposed at one end of the robotic arm 1 facing the line (not shown in the figure). The fixing plate 11 is a square plate structure. The transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22 are both straight rod structures. The transition rod 21 is detachably connected to the fixing plate 11 by bolts. The two mounting rods 22 are detachably connected to both ends of the transition rod 21 by bolts. Four suction cups 23 are provided, and each mounting rod 22 has a suction cup 23 at both ends.

[0031] Thus, the transition rod 21 is detachably connected to the fixed plate 11, which allows the robotic arm 1 to quickly assemble the suction assembly 2 when transporting the cathode plate frame of the flow battery. The fixed plate 11 and the transition rod 21 can stably support the mounting rod 22, so that the suction cup 23 on the mounting rod 22 can stably pick up the cathode plate frame of the flow battery and transport it to the production line, reducing labor costs, avoiding bumps and detachment, and improving safety performance and handling efficiency.

[0032] It is understood that the mounting rod 22 can also be fixedly connected to the transition rod 21 by welding, integral molding or other methods. The connection method between the mounting rod 22 and the transition rod 21 can be adjusted according to actual needs. In this embodiment, the mounting rod 22 and the transition rod 21 are detachably connected, and the transition rod 21 and the fixing plate 11 are detachably connected, in order to facilitate assembly and maintenance. The transition rod 21 can also be provided with multiple screw holes for mounting the mounting rod 22, so that the mounting rod 22 can be installed in different positions on the transition rod 21, which is convenient for adjustment according to the size of the flow battery cathode plate frame.

[0033] See Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, two transition rods 21 are provided, and the two transition rods 21 are symmetrically arranged on the fixing plate 11, and two mounting rods 22 are respectively arranged at both ends on the same side of the two transition rods 21.

[0034] The two transition rods 21 are parallel in length direction, and the two mounting rods 22 are symmetrically arranged along the length direction of the transition rods 21, so that the transition rods 21 and the mounting rods 22 form an I-shaped frame structure. The length of the transition rods 21 is greater than the distance between the two mounting rods 22, so that the two ends of the transition rods 21 protrude from the mounting rods 22.

[0035] Thus, the transition rod 21 is symmetrically arranged on the fixed plate 11 and the mounting rod 22 is symmetrically arranged on the transition rod 21, which can improve the overall structural strength of the suction assembly 2, make the suction cup 23 more stable when transporting it on the line after suctioning the cathode plate frame of the flow battery, avoid the transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22 from tilting or breaking, and improve safety and handling efficiency.

[0036] It is understandable that there may be one, three, four or more transition rods 21, as long as they can stably connect the mounting rod 22 to the fixing plate 11. The number and position of the transition rods 21 can be flexibly adjusted, which will not be elaborated here.

[0037] See Figure 3 In some embodiments, the length direction of the transition rod 21 is perpendicular to the length direction of the mounting rod 22.

[0038] Thus, the I-shaped frame structure formed by the transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22 can be adapted to the shape of the flow battery cathode plate frame, so that the four suction cups 23 can stably clamp the flow battery cathode plate frame around its perimeter, and make the flow battery cathode plate frame more evenly stressed during the process of being picked up and transported by the suction cups 23, avoiding the flow battery cathode plate frame from falling off or being damaged during the transport process, and improving the transport efficiency and safety.

[0039] It is understood that the transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22 can also be set at an acute angle or in a grid pattern. In this embodiment, the transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22 form an I-shaped frame structure in order to simplify the structure of the suction assembly 2, avoid interference between the suction assembly 2 and the cathode plate frame of the flow battery, and at the same time maintain the strength of the suction assembly 2, making the handling process safer. The length direction of the transition rod 21 and the length direction of the mounting rod 22 can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, which will not be listed in detail here.

[0040] See Figure 4 In some embodiments, the transition rod 21 is connected to a transition bracket 211, the transition bracket 211 is connected to a support plate 2111, the length direction of the support plate 2111 is parallel to the length direction of the mounting rod 22, and the support plate 2111 is connected to the mounting rod 22.

[0041] In this embodiment, the transition bracket 211 is detachably connected to the transition rod 21 by bolts. The support plate 2111 is perpendicular to the transition bracket 211, and the support plate 2111 is detachably connected to the mounting rod 22 by bolts. The transition bracket 211 and the support plate 2111 are integrally formed and perpendicular to each other. Each transition rod 21 has a set of transition brackets 211 at one end. Each set of transition brackets 211 includes two transition brackets 211. The two transition brackets 211 in the same set are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the transition rod 21. The transition brackets 211 and the support plate 2111 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0042] Thus, by setting mutually perpendicular transition brackets 211 and support plates 2111, the connection strength at the connection between transition rod 21 and mounting rod 22 can be improved, enabling the suction assembly 2 to clamp the heavier flow battery cathode plate frame, preventing deformation or detachment at the connection between transition rod 21 and mounting rod 22, improving handling efficiency and safety during handling, and facilitating assembly by staff.

[0043] It is understood that the transition bracket 211 can also be fixedly connected to the transition rod 21, and the support plate 2111 can also be fixedly connected to the mounting rod 22. This is sufficient to enhance the connection strength at the connection between the transition rod 21 and the mounting rod 22. No further details are provided here. In this embodiment, the transition bracket 211 and the transition rod 21 are detachably connected, and the support plate 2111 and the mounting rod 22 are detachably connected, in order to facilitate the assembly and maintenance of the mounting rod 22.

[0044] See Figure 4 In some embodiments, the suction cup 23 is connected to a connecting plate 231, and the suction cup 23 and the connecting plate 231 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. The connecting plate 231 includes a first part 2311 and a second part 2312 arranged at an angle. The first part 2311 is connected to the mounting rod 22, and the second part 2312 is connected to the suction cup 23.

[0045] In this embodiment, the connecting plate 231 is disposed at the end of the suction cup 23 facing the mounting rod 22. The length of the first part 2311 is greater than the length of the second part 2312. The first part 2311 and the second part 2312 are arranged perpendicularly, so that the connecting plate 231 forms an L-shaped plate structure. The first part 2311 is detachably connected to the mounting rod 22 by bolts. The suction cup 23 passes through the second part 2312 and is limited by two nuts, so that the position of the suction cup 23 on the mounting rod 22 is fixed.

[0046] Thus, the first part 2311 is connected to the mounting rod 22, which can provide stable support for the second part 2312 and the suction cup 23 set on the second part 2312, so that the four suction cups 23 can stably pick up specific positions on the cathode plate frame of the flow battery and realize its transport and loading, reduce labor costs, reduce the bumps and falls during manual handling, and improve handling efficiency and safety.

[0047] It is understandable that the connecting plate 231 can also be a straight plate structure that is vertically set on the mounting rod 22, or it can be an L-shaped plate structure whose length direction is parallel to the length direction of the mounting rod 22. This allows two suction cups 23 located on the same mounting rod 22 to be set on the same connecting plate 231. In other words, the connecting plate 231 can also be set in a non-one-to-one correspondence with the suction cups 23. The shape and setting position of the connecting plate 231 can be flexibly adjusted, which will not be elaborated here.

[0048] See Figure 3 In some embodiments, the second part 2312 and the suction cup 23 are both located on the side of the two mounting rods 22 that are far apart from each other.

[0049] This reduces the spacing between the mounting rods 22, making the overall structure more compact and reducing interference between the flow battery cathode plate frame and the mounting rods 22 and suction cups 23 during transportation, thereby improving transportation efficiency and stability. By replacing the connecting plates 231 of different specifications, the suction position of the suction cups 23 on the flow battery cathode plate frame can be adjusted, making the connection between the flow battery cathode plate frame and the suction cups 23 more stable and reliable.

[0050] It is understandable that the second part 2312 and the suction cup 23 can also be set on the side of the mounting rod 22 that are close to each other, and the setting position of the second part 2312 and the suction cup 23 can be flexibly adjusted.

[0051] See Figure 3 In some embodiments, the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery further includes a detection element 3, which is disposed on the mounting rod 22. Further, the detection element 3 is disposed on the side of the mounting rod 22 opposite to the transition rod 21, and a bracket 31 is connected to the detection element 3. The end of the bracket 31 opposite to the detection element 3 is detachably connected to the mounting rod 22.

[0052] Among them, the detection component 3 is a photoelectric sensor. The detection end of the detection component 3 and the suction end of the suction cup 23 are both set on the side of the mounting rod 22 away from the transition rod 21, so as to facilitate the position detection and gripping of the flow battery cathode plate frame. The automatic loading device for the flow battery cathode plate frame also includes a control module (not shown in the figure). The robotic arm 1, suction cup 23 and detection component 3 are all connected to the control module.

[0053] Thus, when the robotic arm 1 moves the suction component 2 to the storage location of the flow battery cathode plate frame, the detection component 3 detects the flow battery cathode plate frame and sends a signal to the control module, causing the control module to send a control signal to the suction cup 23 to grasp the flow battery cathode plate frame. Under the action of the robotic arm 1, the transfer and loading action is completed, reducing labor costs and improving handling efficiency.

[0054] It is understandable that the detection component 3 can also be an infrared sensor, a laser sensor, etc. The type of detection component 3 can be adjusted according to actual needs. The interlocking action of the robotic arm 1, the detection component 3, and the suction cup 23 through the control module is existing technology and will not be elaborated here.

[0055] See Figure 2 In some embodiments, the automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery also includes a blocking member (not shown in the figure), which is disposed on the mounting rod 22 and is used to block the cathode plate frame of the flow battery.

[0056] In this embodiment, each mounting rod 22 is provided with two blocking members at intervals, and the two blocking members are located between two suction cups 23 on the same mounting rod 22. Further, the blocking member is a blocking cylinder.

[0057] Thus, when the flow battery cathode plate frame is picked up by the suction assembly 2, the blocking component can prevent the flow battery cathode plate frame from falling off the suction assembly 2 and colliding with other objects, thereby improving safety during the handling process.

[0058] It is understandable that the blocking component can also be a blocking plate that corresponds one-to-one with the mounting rod 22. The blocking plate can be fixedly mounted on the mounting rod 22 or flipped onto the mounting rod 22, as long as it can limit the position of the cathode plate frame of the flow battery.

[0059] See Figure 2 In some embodiments, the end of the robotic arm 1 facing away from the fixed plate 11 is detachably connected to the base 12.

[0060] The base 12 is a square frame structure, with a base plate 121 that can be detachably connected to the ground at one end. The robotic arm 1 is detachably connected to the base 12 by bolts. Anchor bolts (not shown in the figure) are provided on the base plate 121 so that the base 12 can be placed on the ground. Reinforcing ribs (not shown in the figure) are provided on the base plate 121 to enhance the structural strength of the base 12.

[0061] Thus, the base 12 is detachably connected to the robotic arm 1, which facilitates setting the position of the robotic arm 1 and placing the robotic arm 1 at the input end of the line body to transport the flow battery cathode plate frame onto the line, reducing manual handling costs and improving safety and handling efficiency.

[0062] It is understandable that the connection between the robotic arm 1 and the base 12, and between the base 12 and the ground, can be flexibly adjusted, and will not be listed in detail here.

[0063] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic feeder for cathode plates and frames in a flow battery, characterized in that, include: A robotic arm (1), the end of which is connected to a fixing plate (11); The suction assembly (2) includes a transition rod (21), a mounting rod (22), and a plurality of suction cups (23). The transition rod (21) is detachably connected to the fixing plate (11). There are two mounting rods (22), which are respectively located at both ends of the transition rod (21). The plurality of suction cups (23) are symmetrically arranged on the mounting rod (22).

2. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two transition rods (21) are provided, and the two transition rods (21) are symmetrically arranged on the fixing plate (11). The two mounting rods (22) are respectively arranged at both ends on the same side of the two transition rods (21).

3. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length direction of the transition rod (21) is perpendicular to the length direction of the mounting rod (22).

4. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transition rod (21) is connected to a transition bracket (211), and the transition bracket (211) is connected to a support plate (2111). The length direction of the support plate (2111) is parallel to the length direction of the mounting rod (22), and the support plate (2111) is connected to the mounting rod (22).

5. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suction cup (23) is connected to a connecting plate (231). The suction cup (23) and the connecting plate (231) are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. The connecting plate (231) includes a first part (2311) and a second part (2312) arranged at an angle. The first part (2311) is connected to the mounting rod (22), and the second part (2312) is connected to the suction cup (23).

6. The automatic feeder device for the cathode plate frame of a flow battery according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second part (2312) and the suction cup (23) are both located on the side of the two mounting rods (22) that are far apart from each other.

7. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery also includes a detection element (3), which is disposed on the mounting rod (22).

8. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to claim 7, characterized in that, The detection element (3) is disposed on the side of the mounting rod (22) away from the transition rod (21).

9. The automatic feeder device for cathode plates and frames of flow batteries according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The automatic loading device for the cathode plate frame of the flow battery also includes a blocking component, which is disposed on the mounting rod (22) and is used to block the cathode plate frame of the flow battery.

10. The automatic feeder for the cathode plate and frame of a flow battery according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The robotic arm (1) is connected to a base (12) at one end away from the fixed plate (11).

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