Three-axis automatic material taking and placing device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a three-axis automatic material taking and placing device which comprises a support, a moving mechanism arranged on the support and a material taking and placing mechanism (1) connected with the moving mechanism, and the moving mechanism comprises an X-axis driving mechanism driven by a first motor (309) to move in the X-axis direction. The Y-axis driving mechanism is arranged at the driving end of the X-axis driving mechanism and driven by a second motor (3018) to move in the Y-axis direction, and the Y-axis driving mechanism comprises a second sliding plate (3014) and a Z-axis driving mechanism (2) arranged on the second sliding plate (3014); the material taking and placing mechanism (1) comprises a lower connecting frame (105) arranged at the bottom of the Z-axis driving mechanism (2), clamping mechanisms are symmetrically arranged at the left end and the right end of the lower connecting frame (105), and accurate and automatic material taking and placing in the space can be achieved through the three-axis driving mechanism.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an automatic material handling device, specifically a three-axis automatic material handling device. Background Technology

[0002] In machining equipment, performing multi-stage precision machining of large parts is a technical challenge, typically requiring the collaborative operation of multiple machines. However, existing pick-and-place devices have limitations in automated material handling, primarily because they mostly move only within a single plane. Since the machining platforms of multiple machines are often not on the same plane, this limits the efficiency and flexibility of the automation process. This limitation not only affects production efficiency but also increases operational complexity, as workers need to manually adjust and move parts, which is time-consuming and error-prone. Therefore, developing pick-and-place devices capable of moving and operating in multiple planes is crucial for improving the automation level and efficiency of the entire production line. Such devices can automatically identify the positions of the machining platforms of different machines, accurately pick up and place parts, thereby reducing manual intervention and improving machining accuracy and production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic material handling device that can achieve free movement of the mechanism in space through three-axis drive.

[0004] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A three-axis automatic material handling device includes a support frame, a moving mechanism mounted on the support frame, and a material handling mechanism (1) connected to the moving mechanism, characterized in that:

[0006] The moving mechanism includes an X-axis drive mechanism that moves along the X-axis direction via a first motor (309), and a Y-axis drive mechanism that moves along the Y-axis direction via a second motor (3018) at the drive end of the X-axis drive mechanism. The Y-axis drive mechanism includes a second slide plate (3014) and a Z-axis drive mechanism (2) disposed on the second slide plate (3014).

[0007] The material handling mechanism (1) includes a lower connecting frame (105) disposed at the bottom of the Z-axis drive mechanism (2), and clamping mechanisms are symmetrically arranged at the left and right ends of the lower connecting frame (105);

[0008] The clamping mechanism includes a lower mounting frame (106) disposed at the lower part of the lower connecting frame (105). A first cylinder (108) is mounted on the outside of the lower mounting frame (106) via a cylinder mounting block (107). Bearing seats (1012) are provided at both ends of the lower mounting frame (106). A rotating rod (1011) is provided inside the bearing seat (1012). The driving end of the first cylinder (108) is connected to the rotating rod (1011). A clamping arm (1013) is provided at the end of the rotating rod (1011). A mounting rod (1014) is connected to the bottom of the clamping arm (1013). A plurality of clamping bars (1015) are provided at equal intervals on the mounting rod (1014).

[0009] Furthermore, the driving end of the first cylinder (108) is connected to a cylinder driving head (109), the cylinder driving head (109) is rotatably connected to one end of the driving rod (1010), and the other end of the driving rod (1010) is fixedly connected to the rotating rod (1011).

[0010] Furthermore, a clamping baffle (1016) is also provided on the inner side of the mounting rod (1014).

[0011] Furthermore, the lower mounting frame (106) is also provided with a lower mounting frame outer plate (1017), and a second cylinder (1018) is provided on the lower mounting frame outer plate (1017). The driving end of the second cylinder (1018) is connected to a lower pressure plate (1019).

[0012] Furthermore, the support includes four square-shaped columns (301) and a pair of opposing first crossbeams (302) arranged parallel to the columns (301).

[0013] Furthermore, the X-axis drive mechanism includes a first guide rail (303) disposed on the first crossbeam (302), a first drive block (304) slidably disposed on each of the first guide rails (303), a first slide plate (305) connected to the first drive block (304), and a second crossbeam (3011) connected between the two first slide plates (305); a first crossbeam mounting plate (306) is also connected to the side of the first crossbeam (302), a first linear gear (307) is disposed on the first crossbeam mounting plate (306), a first motor (309) is mounted on the first slide plate (305) through a first motor mounting plate (308), a first drive gear (3010) is disposed at the drive end of the first motor (309), and the first linear gear (307) meshes with the first drive gear (3010).

[0014] Furthermore, the Y-axis drive mechanism includes a second guide rail (3012) disposed on the second crossbeam (3011), and a second drive block (3013) is slidably disposed on the second guide rail (3012), and the second slide plate (3014) is connected to the second drive block (3013);

[0015] The side of the second crossbeam (3011) is also connected to a second crossbeam mounting plate (3015). A second linear gear (3016) is provided on the second crossbeam mounting plate (3015). A second motor (3018) is mounted on the second slide plate (3014) through a second motor mounting plate (3017). A second drive gear (3019) is provided at the drive end of the second motor (3018). The second linear gear (3016) meshes with the second drive gear (3019).

[0016] Furthermore, the Z-axis drive mechanism (2) includes multiple sliding columns (202) disposed on the second slide plate (3014). The top of the sliding column (202) is connected to an upper mounting plate (203), and the bottom of the sliding column (202) is connected to a lower pressure plate (201). A rotary motor (204) is disposed on the upper mounting plate (203). The drive end of the rotary motor (204) is connected to a lead screw (205). The second slide plate (3014) is provided with a lead screw sleeve. The lead screw (205) is connected to the lead screw sleeve and its bottom is rotatably connected to the lower pressure plate (201). The bottom of the lower pressure plate (201) is connected to the lower mounting frame (106) through multiple connecting columns (206).

[0017] By means of the above solution, this utility model has at least the following advantages:

[0018] This device uses an XYZ three-axis drive mechanism to achieve precise movement of the material handling mechanism in space. Through the coordinated drive of the first and second cylinders, it can clamp the goods.

[0019] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the Z-axis drive mechanism of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the material handling mechanism of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material handling mechanism of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0025] In the picture:

[0026] 1- Material handling mechanism;

[0027] 105-Lower connecting frame; 106-Lower mounting frame; 107-Cylinder mounting block; 108-First cylinder; 109-Cylinder drive head; 1010-Drive rod; 1011-Rotating rod; 1012-Bearing seat; 1013-Clamping arm; 1014-Mounting rod; 1015-Clamping bar; 1016-Clamping baffle; 1017-Lower mounting frame outer plate; 1018-Second cylinder; 1019-Lower pressure plate one;

[0028] 2-Z Axial Drive Mechanism:

[0029] 201-Lower pressure plate 2; 202-Sliding column; 203-Upper mounting plate; 204-Rotary motor; 205-Lead screw; 206-Connecting column

[0030] 301-Column; 302-First crossbeam; 303-First guide rail; 304-First drive block; 305-First slide plate; 306-First crossbeam mounting plate; 307-First linear gear; 308-First motor mounting plate; 309-First motor; 3010-First drive gear; 3011-Second crossbeam; 3012-Second guide rail; 3013-Second drive block; 3014-Second slide plate; 3015-Second crossbeam mounting plate; 3016-Second linear gear; 3017-Second motor mounting plate; 3018-Second motor; 3019-Second drive gear. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit its scope.

[0032] See Figures 1-5 A preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a three-axis automatic material handling device, comprising a support frame, which includes four square-shaped columns 301 and a pair of opposing first crossbeams 302 arranged parallel to each other on the columns 301. A moving mechanism is mounted on the support frame, and a material handling mechanism 1 is connected to the moving mechanism.

[0033] The moving mechanism includes an X-axis drive mechanism that moves along the X-axis direction via a first motor 309, and a Y-axis drive mechanism that moves along the Y-axis direction via a second motor 3018 at the drive end of the X-axis drive mechanism. The Y-axis drive mechanism includes a second slide plate 3014. Specifically, the X-axis drive mechanism includes first guide rails 303 evenly arranged on two first crossbeams 302. First drive blocks 304 are slidably arranged on each of the first guide rails 303. First slide plates 305 are connected to the first drive blocks 304, and the first slide plates 305 can slide on the first guide rails 303 through the first drive blocks 304. A second crossbeam 3011 connects the two first slide plates 305. In this utility model, there are two first crossbeams 3011, which are spaced apart. The side of the first crossbeam 302 is also connected to the first crossbeam mounting plate 306. The first crossbeam mounting plate 306 is provided with the first linear gear 307. The first slide plate 305 is mounted with the first motor mounting plate 308. The drive end of the first motor 309 is provided with the first drive gear 3010. The first linear gear 307 meshes with the first drive gear 3010.

[0034] The Y-axis drive mechanism includes a second guide rail 3012 mounted on a second crossbeam 3011, with a second drive block 3013 slidably mounted on each of the second guide rails 3012, and a second slide plate 3014 connected to the second drive block 3013; a second crossbeam mounting plate 3015 is also connected to the side of the second crossbeam 3011, with a second linear gear 3016 mounted on the second crossbeam mounting plate 3015; a second motor 3018 is mounted on the second slide plate 3014 via a second motor mounting plate 3017, with a second drive gear 3019 mounted at the drive end of the second motor 3018, and the second linear gear 3016 meshing with the second drive gear 3019.

[0035] The Z-axis drive mechanism 2 includes multiple sliding columns 202 mounted on the second slide plate 3014. Generally, there are four sliding columns 202 arranged in a square. The top of the sliding column 202 is connected to an upper mounting plate 203, and the bottom of the sliding column 202 is connected to a lower pressure plate 201. A rotary motor 204 is mounted on the upper mounting plate 203, and a lead screw 205 is connected to the drive end of the rotary motor 204. The second slide plate 3014 is provided with a lead screw sleeve, and the lead screw 205 is connected to the lead screw sleeve and its bottom is rotatably connected to the lower pressure plate 201. Driven by the rotary motor 204, the lead screw 205 can be rotated, so that the lead screw and the lead screw sleeve can rotate relative to each other, thereby driving the lower pressure plate 201 to move. The bottom of the lower pressure plate 201 is connected to the material handling mechanism 1 through multiple connecting columns 206.

[0036] In the moving mechanism, the first motor 309 drives the first slide plate 305 to move in the X-axis direction, and the second motor 3018 drives the second slide plate 3014 to move. The second slide plate 3014 follows the movement of the first slide plate 305. The movement of the two motors realizes the movement of the second slide plate 3014 in the entire support plane. The rotary motor 204 drives the lower pressure plate 201 to move up and down in the Z-axis, thus realizing the precise movement of the material handling mechanism 1 at the bottom of the lower pressure plate 201 in the XYZ three axes.

[0037] The material handling mechanism 1 includes a lower connecting frame 105 located at the bottom of the Z-axis drive mechanism 2. Clamping mechanisms are provided at both ends of the lower connecting frame 105. Each clamping mechanism includes a lower mounting frame 106 located at the bottom of the lower connecting frame 105. A first cylinder 108 is mounted on the outside of the lower mounting frame 106 via a cylinder mounting block 107. Bearing seats 1012 are provided at both ends of the outer side of the lower mounting frame 106. A rotating rod 101 is provided inside the bearing seat 1012. A cylinder drive head 109 is connected to the drive end of the first cylinder 108.

[0038] A cylinder drive head 109 is rotatably connected to one end of a drive rod 1010, and the other end of the drive rod 1010 is fixedly connected to a rotating rod 1011. Each end of the rotating rod 1011 is equipped with a clamping arm 1013, and the bottom of the clamping arm 1013 is connected to a mounting rod 1014. Multiple clamping strips 1015 are evenly spaced on the mounting rod 1014. A clamping baffle 1016 is also provided on the inner side of the mounting rod 1014, which allows for better clamping of goods.

[0039] The lower mounting frame 106 is also provided with a lower mounting frame outer plate 1017. A second cylinder 1018 is provided on the lower mounting frame outer plate 1017. The drive end of the second cylinder 1018 is connected to a lower pressure plate 1019. Driven by the second cylinder 1018, the lower pressure plate 1019 can press the goods from above, which can prevent the goods from falling when the clamping arm 1013 rotates.

[0040] This device has the following advantages:

[0041] This device uses an XYZ three-axis drive mechanism to achieve precise movement of the material handling mechanism in space. Through the coordinated drive of the first and second cylinders, it can clamp the goods.

[0042] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A three-axis automatic pick-and-place device, comprising a support, a moving mechanism arranged on the support, and a pick-and-place mechanism (1) connected to the moving mechanism, characterized in that: the moving mechanism comprises an X-axis drive mechanism driven in the X-axis direction by a first motor (309), a Y-axis drive mechanism driven in the Y-axis direction by a second motor (3018) arranged at the driving end of the X-axis drive mechanism, the Y-axis drive mechanism comprising a second sliding plate (3014), and a Z-axis drive mechanism (2) arranged on the second sliding plate (3014); the pick-and-place mechanism (1) comprises a lower connecting frame (105) arranged at the bottom of the Z-axis drive mechanism (2), the lower connecting frame (105) being symmetrically provided with clamping mechanisms at its left and right ends; the clamping mechanism comprises a lower mounting frame (106) arranged at the lower part of the lower connecting frame (105), a first air cylinder (108) being mounted on the outside of the lower mounting frame (106) through an air cylinder mounting block (107), both ends of the outside of the lower mounting frame (106) being provided with bearing seats (1012), a rotating rod (1011) being arranged in the bearing seat (1012), the driving end of the first air cylinder (108) being connected to the rotating rod (1011), the end of the rotating rod (1011) being provided with a clamping arm (1013), the bottom of the clamping arm (1013) being connected to a mounting rod (1014), a plurality of clamping strips (1015) being equidistantly arranged on the mounting rod (1014).

2. The three-axis automatic pick-and-place device of claim 1, wherein: the driving end of the first air cylinder (108) is connected to an air cylinder driving head (109), one end of the air cylinder driving head (109) being rotatably connected to a driving rod (1010), the other end of the driving rod (1010) being fixedly connected to the rotating rod (1011).

3. The three-axis automatic pick-and-place device of claim 1, wherein: the inside of the mounting rod (1014) is further provided with a clamping baffle (1016).

4. The three-axis automatic pick-and-place device of claim 1, wherein: the lower mounting frame (106) is further provided with a lower mounting frame outer plate (1017), the lower mounting frame outer plate (1017) being provided with a second air cylinder (1018), the driving end of the second air cylinder (1018) being connected to a lower pressing plate one (1019).

5. The three-axis automatic pick-and-place device of claim 1, wherein: the support comprises four vertical columns (301) arranged in a square shape, and a pair of oppositely arranged first cross beams (302) arranged in parallel on the vertical columns (301).

6. A three-axis automatic pick-and-place device according to claim 5, wherein: The X-axis drive mechanism comprises a first guide rail (303) arranged on the first cross beam (302), a first drive block (304) is arranged on the first guide rail (303) in sliding mode, a first sliding plate (305) is connected to the first drive block (304), and a second cross beam (3011) is connected between the two first sliding plates (305); a first cross beam mounting plate (306) is further connected to the side of the first cross beam (302), a first linear gear (307) is arranged on the first cross beam mounting plate (306), a first motor (309) is installed on the first sliding plate (305) through a first motor mounting plate (308), a first drive gear (3010) is arranged on the driving end of the first motor (309), and the first linear gear (307) meshes with the first drive gear (3010).

7. A three-axis automatic pick-and-place device according to claim 6, wherein: The Y-axis drive mechanism comprises a second guide rail (3012) arranged on the second cross beam (3011), a second drive block (3013) is arranged on the second guide rail (3012) in sliding mode, and the second sliding plate (3014) is connected to the second drive block (3013); A second cross beam mounting plate (3015) is further connected to the side of the second cross beam (3011), a second linear gear (3016) is arranged on the second cross beam mounting plate (3015), a second motor (3018) is installed on the second sliding plate (3014) through a second motor mounting plate (3017), a second drive gear (3019) is arranged on the driving end of the second motor (3018), and the second linear gear (3016) meshes with the second drive gear (3019).

8. A three-axis automatic pick-and-place device according to claim 7, wherein: The Z-axis drive mechanism (2) comprises a plurality of slide columns (202) arranged on the second sliding plate (3014), an upper mounting plate (203) is connected to the top of the slide column (202), a lower pressing plate two (201) is connected to the bottom of the slide column (202), a rotary motor (204) is arranged on the upper mounting plate (203), a lead screw (205) is connected to the driving end of the rotary motor (204), the second sliding plate (3014) is provided with a lead screw sleeve, the lead screw (205) is connected to the lead screw sleeve and rotationally connected to the lower pressing plate two (201) at the bottom thereof; the lower pressing plate two (201) is connected to the lower mounting frame (106) through a plurality of connecting columns (206).

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