Automatic transfer device for cylinder cover

The automated cylinder head transfer device enables fully automated cylinder head gripping and placement, solving the problems of high labor consumption and collision damage caused by relying on manual cylinder head handling, and improving production efficiency and safety.

CN223920470UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-17YONGJI HUAMAO FOUNDRY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520465171.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-18
Publication Date
2026-02-17
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-18

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Technical Problem

In the current technology, the handling of cylinder heads relies on manual labor, which leads to high labor consumption and workpiece damage from bumps and knocks, increasing enterprise costs and posing safety hazards.

Method used

An automated cylinder head transfer device is adopted, including a feeding platform, a transfer mechanism and a finished product box. It uses a multi-degree-of-freedom industrial robotic arm and clamps to realize the fully automated gripping and placement of cylinder heads, and combines the multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm and clamps to realize the fully automated transfer of cylinder heads.

Benefits of technology

It achieves fully automatic cylinder head transfer, with a high degree of mechanization, requiring no manual operation, saving time and effort, and is safe and efficient.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of machining auxiliary tools, and provides an automatic transfer device for a cylinder cover, which realizes full-automatic grabbing, placing and transferring of the cylinder cover, is convenient to use, time-saving, labor-saving, safe and efficient. According to the technical scheme, the feeding device comprises a feeding platform, a transferring mechanism and a finished product box, the feeding platform comprises a machining table and a suspended material supporting groove, the suspended material supporting groove is of a sliding way groove formed by two symmetrically-arranged angle steel bars, and the suspended material supporting groove is perpendicularly fixed to the side edge of the machining table and suspended outside the machining table; the transferring mechanism comprises a rack, an industrial mechanical arm and a clamp, the rack is fixedly installed on one side of the machining table, the industrial mechanical arm is fixedly installed on the rack, the clamp is installed at the arm end of the industrial mechanical arm, the finished product box is placed on the ground on one side of the transferring mechanism, a first in-place monitor is fixedly installed on one side of the suspended material supporting groove, and a second in-place monitor is fixedly installed on the other side of the suspended material supporting groove. And a second in-place monitor is fixedly mounted at the upper end of the clamp.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an automated cylinder head transfer device, belonging to the field of machining auxiliary tools technology, specifically an automated cylinder head transfer device. Background Technology

[0002] The cylinder head is mounted on top of the cylinder block, sealing the cylinder from above and forming the combustion chamber. Cylinder heads are typically rectangular prisms with one open side, cast from gray cast iron or alloy cast iron. They are relatively large and heavy, requiring handling and sequential placement in finished product boxes after machining. Currently, this is mostly done manually, which demands high physical strength from operators, increasing processing and labor costs. Furthermore, workers are prone to bumping or knocking the cylinder heads while placing them in the finished product boxes, potentially damaging them or even injuring them. Therefore, we are considering using a robotic arm to position and grip the cylinder heads for automated transport. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address one of the aforementioned technical deficiencies, this utility model provides an automated cylinder head transfer device that enables fully automated gripping, placement, and transfer of cylinder heads. It is convenient to use, saves time and effort, and is safe and efficient.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: an automated transfer device for cylinder heads, including a feeding platform, a transfer mechanism and a finished product box;

[0005] The feeding platform includes a processing table and a suspended material support trough. The suspended material support trough is a slide trough composed of two symmetrically arranged angle steel bars. The suspended material support trough is vertically fixed to the side of the processing table and suspended outside the processing table.

[0006] The transfer mechanism includes a frame, an industrial robotic arm, and a clamp. The frame is fixedly installed on one side of the processing table, the industrial robotic arm is fixedly installed on the frame, and a clamp is installed at the end of the industrial robotic arm.

[0007] The finished product box is placed on the ground on one side of the transfer mechanism;

[0008] A first positioning monitor is fixedly installed on one side of the suspended material support trough, and a second positioning monitor is fixedly installed on the upper end of the clamp.

[0009] The two angle steel horizontal plates of the suspended material support groove are located inside the slide groove, and the distance between the vertical plates of the two angle steel bars corresponds to the width of the cylinder head.

[0010] A baffle bar is fixedly installed on the processing table. The baffle bar and one of the angle steel bars of the suspended material support groove are on the same straight line and connected to each other. A pusher cylinder is fixedly installed on the processing table. The pusher cylinder is located on the side of the baffle bar away from the suspended material support groove, and the piston rod of the pusher cylinder extends in the direction between the two angle steel bars of the suspended material support groove. A third positioning monitor is installed on the baffle bar.

[0011] The industrial robotic arm is a multi-degree-of-freedom industrial robotic arm.

[0012] The industrial robotic arm includes a planar rotary base, a first vertical rotary base, a first robotic arm, a second vertical rotary base, a second robotic arm, a self-rotating rotary base, and a rotary motor.

[0013] The planar rotary seat is fixedly installed on the frame. The lower end of the first robotic arm is installed on the planar rotary seat through the first vertical rotary seat. The lower end of the second robotic arm is installed on the upper end of the first robotic arm through the second vertical rotary seat. The lower part of the second robotic arm is a segmented structure and is connected by a self-rotating rotary seat. The upper end of the second robotic arm is a U-shaped structure and a rotary motor is installed in the U-shaped opening. The piston rod end of the rotary motor is fixedly installed with a clamp.

[0014] The rotary motor has a rotating shaft fixedly installed on its cylinder and is mounted in the U-shaped opening at the upper end of the second robotic arm. A small motor that controls the rotation of the rotating shaft is installed at the upper end of the second robotic arm.

[0015] The fixture includes an upper positioning plate, a rectangular main board, and inner locking strips. The upper positioning plate is fixed to the end of the industrial robotic arm. The upper end of the rectangular main board is fixedly connected to one side of the upper positioning plate to form an L-shaped structure. The second positioning monitor is fixed on the upper positioning plate. An inner locking strip is provided on each of the upper two sides of the rectangular main board.

[0016] The width of the rectangular main plate is greater than the width of the inner cavity of the open side of the cylinder head.

[0017] The width between the two inner clips on the rectangular main board is less than the width of the inner cavity on the open side of the cylinder head.

[0018] The upper end of the inner clip is fixedly provided with a screw segment with a threaded surface, and the screw segment is fixed on the rectangular main board.

[0019] The automated cylinder head transfer device provided by this utility model can realize the fully automated transfer and placement of cylinder heads from the processing table to the finished product box. It has a high degree of mechanization, requires no manual labor, is convenient and safe to use, and saves time and effort. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings;

[0021] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding platform in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer mechanism in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the front structure of the clamp in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a side view of the clamp in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the embodiments of this utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are some embodiments of this utility model, but not all embodiments. 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.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, the automated transfer device for cylinder heads of this utility model includes a feeding platform 1, a transfer mechanism 2, and a finished product box 3;

[0028] The feeding platform 1 includes a processing table 11 and a suspended material support trough 14. The suspended material support trough 14 is a slide trough composed of two symmetrically arranged angle steel bars. The suspended material support trough 14 is vertically fixed to the side of the processing table 11 and suspended outside the processing table 11.

[0029] The transfer mechanism 2 includes a frame 21, an industrial robotic arm 22, and a clamp 23. The frame 21 is fixedly installed on one side of the processing table 11, the industrial robotic arm 22 is fixedly installed on the frame 21, and the clamp 23 is installed at the end of the industrial robotic arm 22.

[0030] The finished product box 3 is placed on the ground on one side of the transfer mechanism 2;

[0031] A first positioning monitor 4 is fixedly installed on one side of the suspended material support trough 14, and a second positioning monitor 5 is fixedly installed on the upper end of the clamp 23.

[0032] After the cylinder head is processed, it is placed on the suspended material support trough 14. The transfer mechanism 2 can then use the industrial robotic arm 22 to operate the clamp 23 to grab the cylinder head and send it directly to the finished product box 3.

[0033] The two angle steel horizontal plates of the suspended material support groove 14 are located inside the slide groove, and the distance between the vertical plates of the two angle steel bars corresponds to the width of the cylinder head, so that the cylinder head is placed on the two angle steel horizontal plates and the vertical plates of the two steel bars limit its position, thereby achieving positioning.

[0034] A baffle strip 12 is fixedly installed on the processing table 11. The baffle strip 12 and one of the angle steel vertical plates of the suspended material support trough 14 are on the same straight line and connected together. Since one of the angle steel vertical plates of the suspended material support trough 14 does not have a connected baffle strip, this location can become... Figure 2 As shown in the feed inlet, workers can directly push the cylinder head to the baffle bar 12 for positioning. A pusher cylinder 13 is fixedly installed on the processing table 11. The pusher cylinder 13 is located on the side of the baffle bar 12 away from the suspended material support groove 14, and the piston rod of the pusher cylinder 13 extends in the direction between the two angle steel bars of the suspended material support groove 14. A third positioning monitor 6 is installed on the baffle bar 12. After the third positioning monitor 6 detects that a cylinder head is positioned at the feed inlet, it feeds back information to the system. The system commands the piston rod of the pusher cylinder 13 to slowly extend and push the cylinder head to the suspended material support groove 14 so that the transfer mechanism 2 can grab it without manual placement.

[0035] The industrial robotic arm 22 is a multi-degree-of-freedom industrial robotic arm.

[0036] like Figure 3 As shown, the industrial robotic arm 22 includes a planar rotary base 221, a first vertical rotary base 222, a first robotic arm 223, a second vertical rotary base 224, a second robotic arm 225, a self-rotating rotary base 226, and a rotary motor 227.

[0037] The planar rotary seat 221 is fixedly mounted on the frame 21. The lower end of the first robotic arm 223 is mounted on the planar rotary seat 221 via the first vertical rotary seat 222. The lower end of the second robotic arm 225 is mounted on the upper end of the first robotic arm 223 via the second vertical rotary seat 224. The lower part of the second robotic arm 225 has a segmented structure and is connected by a self-rotating rotary seat 226. The upper end of the second robotic arm 225 has a U-shaped structure and a rotary motor 227 is installed in the U-shaped opening. The piston rod end of the rotary motor 227 is fixedly mounted with a clamp 23.

[0038] The rotary motor 227 has a rotating shaft fixedly installed on its cylinder and is rotatably mounted in the U-shaped opening at the upper end of the second robotic arm 225. A small motor for controlling the rotation of the rotating shaft is installed at the upper end of the second robotic arm 225.

[0039] The above Figure 3 The structure of the industrial robotic arm 22 shown is only a specific description of one implementation structure. In fact, the industrial robotic arm 22 can use any robotic arm structure that can perform omnidirectional operation on the clamp 23.

[0040] like Figure 4-5 As shown, the clamp 23 includes an upper limit plate 231, a rectangular main plate 232, and an inner clamping strip 233. The upper limit plate 231 is fixed to the end of the industrial robotic arm 22. The upper end of the rectangular main plate 232 is fixedly connected to one side of the upper limit plate 231 to form an L-shaped structure. The second positioning monitor 5 is fixed on the upper limit plate 231. An inner clamping strip 233 is provided on each of the upper two sides of the rectangular main plate 232. The rectangular main plate 232 is attached to the open surface of the cylinder head. The inner clamping strip 233 extends into the inner cavity of the cylinder head. When lifted, it can clamp and limit the cylinder head. The lower part of the rectangular main plate 232 abuts against the cylinder head to prevent the cylinder head from tilting.

[0041] The width of the rectangular main board 232 is greater than the width of the inner cavity of the cylinder head opening side. During the cylinder head transfer process, the rectangular main board can fit against the cylinder head side to distribute pressure.

[0042] The width between the two inner retaining strips 233 on the rectangular main board 232 is less than the width of the inner cavity of the cylinder head opening side, so that the two inner retaining strips 233 can be inserted into the cylinder head cavity.

[0043] The upper end of the inner clip 233 is fixedly provided with a screw segment 234 with a threaded surface, and the screw segment 234 is fixed on the rectangular main plate 232. The screw segment 234 increases the contact friction between the screw segment and the cylinder head, and prevents the workpiece from slipping and falling during the transfer process.

[0044] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automated transfer device for cylinder heads, characterized by: It includes a feeding platform (1), a transfer mechanism (2), and a finished product box (3); The feeding platform (1) includes a processing table (11) and a suspended material support trough (14). The suspended material support trough (14) is a slide trough composed of two symmetrically arranged angle steel bars. The suspended material support trough (14) is vertically fixed to the side of the processing table (11) and suspended outside the processing table (11). The transfer mechanism (2) includes a frame (21), an industrial robotic arm (22) and a clamp (23). The frame (21) is fixedly installed on one side of the processing table (11), the industrial robotic arm (22) is fixedly installed on the frame (21), and the clamp (23) is installed at the end of the industrial robotic arm (22). The finished product box (3) is placed on the ground on one side of the transfer mechanism (2); A first positioning monitor (4) is fixedly installed on one side of the suspended material trough (14), and a second positioning monitor (5) is fixedly installed on the upper end of the clamp (23).

2. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two angle steel strips of the suspended material support groove (14) are located inside the slide groove, and the distance between the vertical plates of the two angle steel strips corresponds to the width of the cylinder head.

3. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 2, wherein: A baffle strip (12) is fixedly installed on the processing table (11). The baffle strip (12) and one of the angle steel bars of the suspended material support groove (14) are on the same straight line and connected together. A pusher cylinder (13) is fixedly installed on the processing table (11). The pusher cylinder (13) is located on the side of the baffle strip (12) away from the suspended material support groove (14), and the piston rod of the pusher cylinder (13) extends in the direction between the two angle steel bars of the suspended material support groove (14). A third positioning monitor (6) is installed on the baffle strip (12).

4. The automated cylinder head transfer device of claim 1, wherein: The industrial robotic arm (22) is a multi-degree-of-freedom industrial robotic arm.

5. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 4, wherein: The industrial robotic arm (22) includes a planar rotary seat (221), a first vertical rotary seat (222), a first robotic arm (223), a second vertical rotary seat (224), a second robotic arm (225), a self-rotating rotary seat (226), and a rotary motor (227). The planar rotary seat (221) is fixedly installed on the frame (21). The lower end of the first robotic arm (223) is installed on the planar rotary seat (221) through the first vertical rotary seat (222). The lower end of the second robotic arm (225) is installed on the upper end of the first robotic arm (223) through the second vertical rotary seat (224). The lower part of the second robotic arm (225) is a segmented structure and is connected by a self-rotating rotary seat (226). The upper end of the second robotic arm (225) is a U-shaped structure and a rotary motor (227) is installed in the U-shaped opening. The piston rod end of the rotary motor (227) is fixedly installed with a clamp (23).

6. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 5, wherein: The rotary motor (227) has a rotating shaft fixedly installed on its cylinder and is rotatably installed in the U-shaped opening at the upper end of the second robotic arm (225). A small motor for controlling the rotation of the rotating shaft is installed at the upper end of the second robotic arm (225).

7. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 4, wherein: The clamp (23) includes an upper limit plate (231), a rectangular main plate (232), and an inner clamping strip (233). The upper limit plate (231) is fixed to the end of the industrial robotic arm (22). The upper end of the rectangular main plate (232) is fixedly connected to one side of the upper limit plate (231) to form an L-shaped structure. The second positioning monitor (5) is fixed on the upper limit plate (231). An inner clamping strip (233) is provided on each of the upper sides of the rectangular main plate (232).

8. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 7, wherein: The width of the rectangular main plate (232) is greater than the width of the inner cavity of the cylinder head opening side.

9. The automated transfer device of a cylinder head of claim 7, wherein: The width between the two inner clips (233) on the rectangular main board (232) is less than the width of the inner cavity of the cylinder head opening side.

10. The automated cylinder head transfer device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The upper end of the inner clip (233) is fixedly provided with a screw segment (234) with a threaded surface, and the screw segment (234) is fixed on the rectangular main board (232).