Automatic tightening system
By combining a three-axis moving mechanism and a vision inspection module, the automatic tightening device achieves precise positioning and locking, solving the problem of insufficient position adjustment in traditional devices and improving production efficiency and product quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520194397.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-17
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-08
AI Technical Summary
Traditional automatic tightening devices lack position adjustment functions, which makes it impossible for the tightening head to be accurately aligned with the target position, increasing the labor intensity of workers and reducing production efficiency.
The system employs a three-axis moving mechanism combined with a vision inspection module and a locking module. The vision camera accurately identifies the locking position, and the three-axis moving mechanism drives the tightening tool to accurately align with the tightening position, thereby achieving automatic locking.
It improves production efficiency, enhances product consistency and reliability, reduces operating costs, and boasts high compatibility and stability.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile, new energy processing equipment, especially relates to a kind of automatic tightening system. BACKGROUND
[0002] The conventional automatic tightening device often lacks left-right and front-back position adjustment function in design, and the tightening head can only perform vertical up-down movement. However, in actual production process, the tightening positions of the products to be tightened are often different, which may cause the tightening head of the automatic tightening device to fail to accurately align the target position when attempting to tighten. Therefore, before applying these automatic tightening devices in practice, workers usually need to manually tighten roughly in advance, and then use a tightening gun or wrench to further tighten. This process not only takes a long time, but also significantly increases the labor intensity of workers, and also restricts the improvement of production efficiency. SUMMARY
[0003] According to the utility model embodiment, an automatic tightening system is provided, comprising:
[0004] A three-axis moving mechanism provides driving force for X, Y and Z axis movement.
[0005] A visual detection module is arranged at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism and is used for detecting and identifying the locking position.
[0006] A locking module is arranged at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism and is used for locking operation on the locking position detected and identified by the visual detection module.
[0007] Further, the three-axis moving mechanism comprises:
[0008] An X-axis moving unit provides driving force for X-axis movement.
[0009] A Y-axis moving unit is arranged at the output end of the X-axis moving unit and provides driving force for Y-axis movement.
[0010] A Z-axis moving unit is arranged at the output end of the Y-axis moving unit, and the output end of the Z-axis moving unit is connected with the visual detection module and the locking module, and provides driving force for Z-axis movement.
[0011] Further, the X-axis moving unit comprises:
[0012] Two support frames are arranged oppositely.
[0013] An X-axis linear module is arranged on one of the support frames, and the output end of the X-axis linear module is connected with the Y-axis moving unit.
[0014] X-axis slide rail, the X-axis slide rail is arranged on the other support frame;
[0015] X-axis slide block, the X-axis slide block is slidably connected on the X-axis slide rail, and is connected with the Y-axis moving unit.
[0016] Further, the Y-axis moving unit comprises:
[0017] Transmission frame, the transmission frame is arranged on the output end of the X-axis moving unit;
[0018] Y-axis linear module, the Y-axis linear module is arranged on the transmission frame, and the output end of the X-axis linear module is connected with the Z-axis moving unit;
[0019] Y-axis slide rail, the Y-axis slide rail is arranged on the transmission frame;
[0020] Y-axis slide block, the Y-axis slide block is slidably connected on the Y-axis slide rail, and is connected with the Z-axis moving unit.
[0021] Further, the Z-axis moving unit comprises:
[0022] Transmission plate, the transmission plate is arranged on the output end of the Y-axis moving unit;
[0023] Z-axis linear module, the Z-axis linear module is arranged on the transmission plate;
[0024] Z-axis slide rail, the Z-axis slide rail is arranged on the transmission plate;
[0025] Z-axis slide block, the Z-axis slide block is slidably connected on the Z-axis slide rail;
[0026] Mounting frame, the mounting frame is arranged on the output end of the Z-axis linear module, and is connected with the Z-axis slide block, the visual detection module and the locking module.
[0027] Further, the visual detection module comprises:
[0028] Visual camera, the visual camera is arranged on the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism, and is used for detecting and identifying the locking position;
[0029] Light source, the light source is located on one side of the visual camera, and is used for providing light source for the visual camera.
[0030] Further, the locking module comprises:
[0031] Tightening tool, the tightening tool is arranged on the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism, and is used for providing a rotating driving force;
[0032] Tightening sleeve, the tightening sleeve is arranged on the output end of the tightening tool, and is used for completing the locking operation under the driving of the tightening tool.
[0033] Further, the tightening sleeve comprises:
[0034] Upper sleeve, the upper sleeve is connected with the output end of the tightening tool;
[0035] Hoop, the hoop is used for fixing the upper sleeve on the output end of the tightening tool;
[0036] Lower sleeve, the lower sleeve is connected with the upper sleeve;
[0037] Two tightening needles, the two tightening needles are arranged in the lower sleeve and extend to the outside through the lower sleeve.
[0038] Further, the tightening sleeve further comprises:
[0039] Bushing, the bushing is fixed in the lower sleeve;
[0040] Compression shaft, the top end of the compression shaft penetrates the bushing, and the bottom end of the compression shaft is provided with a compression block;
[0041] Spring, the spring is sleeved on the compression shaft and located between the bushing and the compression block;
[0042] Baffle, the baffle is arranged at the top end of the compression shaft.
[0043] According to the automatic tightening system of the embodiment of the utility model, has the following beneficial effect:
[0044] 1, the device innovatively integrates visual guidance positioning technology, accurately identifies and guides the module to drive the tightening mechanism to accurately align various tightening positions through the precise vision system. This process is not only highly automated, but also with the help of real-time parameter feedback mechanism of the automatic tightening tool, the predetermined tightening state can be accurately achieved, thereby greatly improving the production efficiency.
[0045] 2, the device shows extremely high compatibility, can flexibly adapt to various different working condition requirements, realizes more efficient operation performance.
[0046] 3, in terms of operating cost, the whole device is designed to be extremely economical and efficient, the operation cost is low, and the stability is high, so that long-term stable operation is ensured.
[0047] 4, the device after tightening the product has been significantly improved in consistency and reliability, further enhancing the product's advantage in market competition.
[0048] It should be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and intended to provide further explanation of the claimed technology. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0049] Figure 1 For the three-dimensional structure of the automatic tightening system according to the embodiment of the utility model Figure 1 .
[0050] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 .
[0051] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a tightening sleeve of an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0052] Figure 4 This is a front sectional view of the tightening sleeve of an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0053] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing the tightening sleeve pressing against the locking shaft.
[0054] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the locking shaft in the prior art. Detailed Implementation
[0055] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, further illustrating the present invention.
[0056] First, combine Figures 1-5 This invention describes an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present invention, used for tightening products, and has a wide range of applications.
[0057] like Figures 1-4 As shown, an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present invention has a three-axis moving mechanism, a vision inspection module, and a locking module.
[0058] Specifically, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the three-axis motion mechanism provides the driving force for movement along the X, Y, and Z axes.
[0059] Specifically, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the vision detection module is located at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism and is used to detect and identify the locking position.
[0060] Specifically, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the locking module is located at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism and is used to perform locking operations on the locking positions detected and identified by the vision inspection module.
[0061] Furthermore, such as Figures 1-4As shown, the three-axis moving mechanism comprises an X-axis moving unit, a Y-axis moving unit and a Z-axis moving unit. The X-axis moving unit provides driving force for X-axis movement; the Y-axis moving unit is arranged at the output end of the X-axis moving unit and provides driving force for Y-axis movement; the Z-axis moving unit is arranged at the output end of the Y-axis moving unit and is connected with the visual detection module and the locking module, and provides driving force for Z-axis movement.
[0062] Further, as shown in the figure, Figures 1-4 the X-axis moving unit comprises two support frames 1011, an X-axis linear module 1012, an X-axis sliding rail 1013 and an X-axis sliding block 1014. The two support frames 1011 are arranged oppositely; the X-axis linear module 1012 is arranged on one of the support frames 1011, and the output end of the X-axis linear module 1012 is connected with the Y-axis moving unit; the X-axis sliding rail 1013 is arranged on the other support frame 1011; and the X-axis sliding block 1014 is slidingly connected with the X-axis sliding rail 1013 and is connected with the Y-axis moving unit.
[0063] Further, as shown in the figure, Figures 1-4 the Y-axis moving unit comprises a transmission frame 1021, a Y-axis linear module 1022, a Y-axis sliding rail 1023 and a Y-axis sliding block 1024. The transmission frame 1021 is arranged at the output end of the X-axis moving unit; the Y-axis linear module 1022 is arranged on the transmission frame 1021, and the output end of the X-axis linear module 1012 is connected with the Z-axis moving unit; the Y-axis sliding rail 1023 is arranged on the transmission frame 1021; and the Y-axis sliding block 1024 is slidingly connected with the Y-axis sliding rail 1023 and is connected with the Z-axis moving unit.
[0064] Further, as shown in the figure, Figures 1-4 the Z-axis moving unit comprises a transmission plate 1031, a Z-axis linear module 1032, a Z-axis sliding rail 1033, a Z-axis sliding block 1034 and a mounting frame 1035. The transmission plate 1031 is arranged at the output end of the Y-axis moving unit; the Z-axis linear module 1032 is arranged on the transmission plate 1031; the Z-axis sliding rail 1033 is arranged on the transmission plate 1031; the Z-axis sliding block 1034 is slidingly connected with the Z-axis sliding rail 1033; and the mounting frame 1035 is arranged at the output end of the Z-axis linear module 1032 and is connected with the Z-axis sliding block 1034, the visual detection module and the locking module.
[0065] Further, as shown in the figure, Figures 1-4 the visual detection module comprises a visual camera 201 and a light source 202. The visual camera 201 is arranged at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism and is used for detecting and identifying the locking position; and the light source 202 is arranged at one side of the visual camera 201 and is used for providing light source for the visual camera 201.
[0066] Further, as shown in the figure, Figures 1-4As shown, the locking module comprises: a tightening tool 301 and a tightening sleeve 302. The tightening tool 301 is arranged at the output end of the three-axis moving mechanism for providing a rotating driving force; the tightening sleeve 302 is arranged at the output end of the tightening tool 301 for completing the locking operation under the driving of the tightening tool 301.
[0067] Further, as shown in the drawings, Figures 1-4 The tightening sleeve 302 comprises: an upper sleeve 3021, a clamp 3022, a lower sleeve 3023 and two tightening needles 3024. The upper sleeve 3021 is connected with the output end of the tightening tool 301; the clamp 3022 is used for fixing the upper sleeve 3021 on the output end of the tightening tool 301; the lower sleeve 3023 is connected with the upper sleeve 3021; and the two tightening needles 3024 are arranged in the lower sleeve 3023 and extend to the outside through the lower sleeve 3023.
[0068] Further, as shown in the drawings, Figures 1-4 The tightening sleeve 302 further comprises: a bushing 3025, a pressing shaft 3026, a spring 3027 and a baffle 3028. The bushing 3025 is fixed in the lower sleeve 3023; the top end of the pressing shaft 3026 penetrates through the bushing 3025, and the bottom end of the pressing shaft 3026 is provided with a pressing block 30261; the spring 3027 is sleeved on the pressing shaft 3026 and located between the bushing 3025 and the pressing block 30261; and the baffle 3028 is arranged at the top end of the pressing shaft 3026.
[0069] Working principle:
[0070] Firstly, the visual camera 201 takes a photo at the photo position under the driving of the three-axis moving mechanism, and the positioning and recognition calculates the position to be locked, then the three-axis moving mechanism guides the tightening tool 301 to the position to be locked, under the driving of the Z-axis linear module 1032, the tightening sleeve 302 is pressed on the locking shaft, then under the rotating action of the tightening tool 301, the two tightening needles 3024 are clamped into the locking groove to complete the pressing and rotating, realizing the locking of the product, and after reaching the locking parameter, the shaft retreats to the safe position, and the product flows out.
[0071] The above describes an automatic tightening system according to an embodiment of the present application, which has the following beneficial effects: Figures 1-5
[0072] 1. The device innovatively integrates visual guidance positioning technology, which accurately recognizes and guides the module to drive the tightening mechanism to accurately align various tightening positions. This process is not only highly automated, but also can accurately reach the predetermined tightening state by means of the real-time parameter feedback mechanism of the automatic tightening tool, thereby greatly improving the production efficiency.
[0073] 2、The device shows extremely high compatibility, can flexibly adapt to various different working condition requirements, and realizes higher efficient work performance.
[0074] 3、In terms of operating cost, the whole device is designed to be extremely economical and efficient, has low operating cost, and maintains high stability, thereby ensuring long-term stable operation.
[0075] 4、The device significantly improves the consistency and reliability of the tightened product, and further enhances the product's dominant position in market competition.
[0076] It should be noted that in the present specification, the terms "comprise", "contain" or any other variant thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that the process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements not only includes those elements, but also includes other elements not explicitly listed or inherent to such process, method, article or device. Without more limitations, the elements defined by the statement "contain" do not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device comprising the elements.
[0077] Although the content of the present application has been described in detail by the above preferred embodiments, it should be recognized that the above description should not be considered as a limitation of the present application. After reading the above content, various modifications and alternatives of the present application will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application should be defined by the appended claims.
Claims
1. An automatic tightening system, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a three -axis moving mechanism, visual detection module, locking module, and it contains: Three -axis moving mechanism provides X, Y, Z axis movement drive force; Visual detection module sets up in the output of three -axis moving mechanism, is used for detecting and identifying locking position; Locking module sets up in the output of three -axis moving mechanism, is used for locking work to the locking position that visual detection module detects and identifies.
2. The automatic tightening system of claim 1, wherein Three -axis moving mechanism contains: X axis movement unit provides X axis movement drive force; Y axis movement unit sets up in the output of X axis movement unit;Provide Y axis movement drive force; Z axis movement unit sets up in the output of Y axis movement unit, and the output of Z axis movement unit is connected with visual detection module, locking module, provides Z axis movement drive force.
3. The automatic tightening system of claim 2, wherein X axis movement unit contains: Two support frames, the two support frames are opposite and set up; X axis linear module sets up in one of the support frames, and the output of X axis linear module is connected with Y axis movement unit; X axis slide rail sets up in another support frame; X axis slider is connected on the X axis slide rail, and is connected with Y axis movement unit.
4. The automatic tightening system of claim 3, wherein Y axis movement unit contains: Transmission frame sets up in the output of X axis movement unit; Y axis linear module sets up in the transmission frame, and the output of X axis linear module is connected with Z axis movement unit; Y axis slide rail sets up in the transmission frame; Y axis slider is connected on the Y axis slide rail, and is connected with Z axis movement unit.
5. The automatic tightening system of claim 2, wherein Z axis movement unit contains: Transmission plate sets up in the output of Y axis movement unit; Z axis linear module sets up in the transmission plate; Z axis slide rail sets up in the transmission plate; Z axis slider is connected on the Z axis slide rail; Mounting bracket sets up in the output of Z axis linear module, and is connected with Z axis slider, visual detection module and locking module.
6. The automatic tightening system of claim 1, wherein Visual detection module contains: Visual camera sets up in the output of three -axis moving mechanism, is used for detecting and identifying locking position; Light source is located in one side of visual camera, is used for providing light source for visual camera.
7. The automatic tightening system of claim 1, wherein Locking module contains: Tightening tool sets up in the output of three -axis moving mechanism, is used for providing the drive force of rotation; Tightening sleeve sets up in the output of tightening tool, is used for completing locking work under the driving of tightening tool.
8. The automatic tightening system of claim 7, wherein Tightening sleeve contains: Upper sleeve is connected with the output of tightening tool; Hoop is used for fixing upper sleeve on the output of tightening tool; Lower sleeve is connected with upper sleeve; Two tightening needles are arranged in the lower sleeve and extend through the lower sleeve to the outside.
9. The automatic tightening system of claim 8, wherein The tightening sleeve further comprises: a bushing fixed in the lower sleeve; a pressing shaft, a top end of which penetrates through the bushing, and a bottom end of which is provided with a pressing block; a spring sleeved on the pressing shaft and located between the bushing and the pressing block; a stop sheet arranged at the top end of the pressing shaft.