Hospital intelligent rail logistics box grabbing mechanism
By designing a detachable intelligent rail logistics box-grabbing mechanism, the safety hazards caused by the inseparability of medicine boxes and trolleys in existing technologies have been solved, enabling convenient grabbing and release of medicine boxes and ensuring safe transportation of medicines.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520241807.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-14
AI Technical Summary
The existing automated hospital drug delivery system uses a track cart that is fixed to the medicine box and cannot be separated, which means that the medicine cannot be retrieved in time in case of a malfunction, posing a safety hazard.
A hospital intelligent rail logistics box-grabbing mechanism was designed, including an intelligent rail trolley and a detachable medicine box. The medicine box is grasped and released through a grabbing arm mechanism, and the movement of the grabbing arm is realized by a drive component and a connecting component to ensure that the medicine box remains stable during transportation.
It enables convenient grabbing and releasing of the medicine box in both vertical and horizontal directions, ensuring the safety of medicines, avoiding situations where medicines cannot be retrieved in time in case of malfunction, and improving the safety and reliability of transportation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of hospital logistics, and in particular to intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanisms for hospitals. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, in hospitals, the automated drug delivery system uses fixed, inseparable railcarts and medicine boxes. If a railcart malfunctions during operation, the delivered medication cannot be retrieved in a timely manner, jeopardizing the safety of the transported drugs. If the medication being transported is a laboratory specimen, the consequences could be unimaginable. Therefore, the use of this type of railcar has significant limitations and drawbacks. Utility Model Content
[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of related technologies, this application provides a hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism.
[0004] The hospital's intelligent rail logistics box-grabbing mechanism includes an intelligent rail trolley and a medicine box. The intelligent rail trolley is equipped with a grabbing arm mechanism for grabbing the medicine box. The grabbing arm mechanism includes a drive component, a connecting component, and a grabbing arm. The connecting component connects the drive component and the grabbing arm, and the drive component drives the connecting component to move the grabbing arm. The drive component includes a power component and a push rod. The power component provides the power required for the push rod to extend forward or retract backward.
[0005] Furthermore, the connecting assembly includes an intermediate component, a first link, and a second link, wherein the intermediate component and the first link are hinged together, and the first link and the second link are hinged together.
[0006] Furthermore, the second link and the grab arm are hinged together via a rotating shaft.
[0007] Furthermore, a fixed rotation fulcrum is provided on the grab arm, and the grab arm rotates around the fixed rotation fulcrum at a preset angle.
[0008] Furthermore, a gripper is provided at the bottom of the gripper arm, and a limit protrusion is provided at the end of the gripper.
[0009] Furthermore, the top cover of the medicine box has grooves on both sides that cooperate with the upper limit protrusion of the grab arm.
[0010] Furthermore, the grab arm includes a chassis mounting block and a grab arm housing.
[0011] Furthermore, the intelligent track vehicle is equipped with roller components on its top for sliding on the track.
[0012] This application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:
[0013] 1. This intelligent rail logistics box-grabbing mechanism is applied to the hospital's automated medicine box delivery logistics system. Through this box-grabbing mechanism, medicine boxes can be grabbed and released when the intelligent rail trolley is running vertically and horizontally, thereby realizing convenient distribution and recycling of medicine boxes.
[0014] 2. The intelligent track vehicle and the special medicine box are two detachable parts. The intelligent track vehicle is responsible for transporting and grabbing or releasing the medicine box, while the medicine box is responsible for storing and retrieving medicines or test specimens. If the intelligent track vehicle carrying the medicine box malfunctions during transportation, the medicine box can be removed manually in time to avoid the situation where the transported medicine cannot be retrieved in time when a malfunction occurs.
[0015] 3. The connection between the intelligent track trolley and the dedicated medicine box is safe and reliable. The medicine box can adapt to the high-speed operation of the intelligent track trolley without any forward or backward movement caused by the acceleration or deceleration of the trolley. The medicine box maintains a single posture throughout the entire logistics transportation process, ensuring the safety of the medicines or specimens contained within. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This application presents an overall structural diagram.
[0017] Figure 2 This application provides a top view of the gripper mechanism in an embodiment.
[0018] Figure 3 This application provides a rear view schematic diagram of the gripper arm mechanism in an embodiment.
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall rearview structure.
[0020] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of part A in the diagram.
[0021] Figure 6 This is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of the chassis mounting block.
[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Intelligent track trolley; 2. Medicine box; 3. Grab arm mechanism; 4. Grab arm; 5. Connecting assembly; 6. Drive assembly; 7. First connecting rod; 8. Second connecting rod; 9. Power component; 10. Push rod; 11. Rotating shaft; 12. Fixed rotation fulcrum; 13. Limiting protrusion; 14. Groove; 15. Intermediate component; 16. Chassis fixing block; 17. Grab arm housing; 18. Grab; 19. Roller assembly; 20. First vertical rod; 21. Second vertical rod; 22. Limiting groove; 23. Long strip protrusion; 24. First horizontal rod; 25. Hinge fixing component; 26. Square hole. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-6 This application will be described in further detail.
[0024] Example 1:
[0025] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 This application discloses a hospital intelligent rail logistics box-grabbing mechanism, including an intelligent rail trolley 1 and a medicine box 2. The intelligent rail trolley 1 is equipped with a grabbing arm mechanism 3 for detachably connecting and grabbing the medicine box 2. The intelligent rail trolley 1 is located on top of the medicine box 2, and the grabbing arms 4 are placed on the left and right sides to fix the medicine box 2.
[0026] The gripper mechanism 3 includes a drive assembly 6, a connecting assembly 5, and a gripper 4. The connecting assembly 5 connects the drive assembly 6 and the gripper 4, and the drive assembly 6 drives the connecting assembly 5 to move the gripper 4.
[0027] The drive assembly 6 includes a power component 9 and a push rod 10. The power component 9 provides the power required for the push rod 10 to extend forward or retract backward. One end of the push rod 10 is fixedly connected to the power component 9, and the other end is fixedly connected to the connecting assembly 5.
[0028] The connecting component 5 includes an intermediate component 15, a first connecting rod 7, and a second connecting rod 8. The intermediate component 15 and the first connecting rod 7 are hinged together, and the first connecting rod 7 and the second connecting rod 8 are hinged together. In this embodiment, the intermediate component 15 keeps its center of gravity on the axis of the grab arm mechanism 3. One end of the intermediate component 15 is fixedly connected to the push rod 10, and both sides are hinged to one end of the two first connecting rods 7 respectively. The other end of the first connecting rod 7 is hinged to the second connecting rod 8. The end of the second connecting rod 8 away from the intermediate component 15 is hinged to the grab arm 4 and rotates through the rotating shaft 11. When the grab arm mechanism 3 is viewed from above, the second connecting rod 8 is always at an angle perpendicular to the intermediate component 15 or the push rod 10.
[0029] Reference Figure 6The gripper arm 4 includes a chassis fixing block 16 and a gripper arm housing 17. The gripper arm housing 17 is fixedly connected to the chassis fixing block 16 and is located outside the chassis fixing block 16. A gripper 18 is provided at the bottom of the chassis fixing block 16. The two ends of the gripper 18 are fixedly connected to a first vertical rod 20 and a second vertical rod 21 vertically upwards. The first vertical rod 20 and the second vertical rod 21 are respectively provided with limit grooves 22 facing the intelligent track trolley 1 to cooperate with the elongated protrusions 23 provided on both sides of the cover. A first horizontal rod 24 is fixedly connected to the middle of the first vertical rod 20 and the second vertical rod 21 at opposite positions. The two ends of the first horizontal rod 24 are respectively inserted into the middle of the first vertical rod 20 and the second vertical rod 21. A hinge fastener 25 is provided at the center of the first horizontal rod 24. Square holes 26 are provided on the side walls of the intelligent track trolley 1. A rotating shaft 11 is provided in the middle of the square hole. The hinge fastener 25 passes through the square hole 26 and rotates around the rotating shaft 11. The top of the first vertical bar 20 and the second vertical bar 21 are respectively provided with a fixed rotating fulcrum 12. The grab arm 4 can rotate up or down around the fixed rotating fulcrum 12 at a preset angle. The angle can be adjusted according to the actual use requirements. Through the automation program, the function of automatically grabbing or releasing the medicine box 2 can be realized.
[0030] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The end of the gripper 18 is provided with a limiting protrusion 13, which in this embodiment is set as an upward 15-degree angled protrusion. The top cover of the medicine box 2 has downward-facing grooves 14 on both sides that cooperate with the limiting protrusion 13 of the gripper arm 4, ensuring a tight fit between the gripper arm 4 and the medicine box 2. This controls the medicine box 2 from moving forward or backward due to the acceleration and deceleration of the intelligent track vehicle 1 when running rapidly with the intelligent track. Simultaneously, by using the protrusion of the gripper arm 4 embedded in the medicine box 2, it ensures that after the gripper arm 4 of the intelligent track vehicle 1 picks up the medicine box 2, the protrusion on the gripper arm 4 is firmly locked by the medicine box 2 according to the natural gravity of the medicine box 2, ensuring that the gripper arm 4 will not loosen to the left or right during operation, thus locking the gripper arm 4. The remaining structure of the intelligent track vehicle 1 is based on existing related technologies.
[0031] Reference Figure 1 The intelligent track vehicle 1 has roller components 19 on its top for sliding on the track. In this embodiment, four pulleys are provided, arranged in pairs, facing each other, to cooperate with the track sliding. In another embodiment, holes can be provided on the pulleys for threading ropes, and the pulleys and the ropes passing through them cooperate to slide.
[0032] The working principle of this application embodiment:
[0033] The power unit 9 provides the power required for the push rod 10 to extend forward or retract backward, driving the intermediate component 15 to move. When the push rod 10 extends forward, the first connecting rod 7 moves forward, causing the second connecting rod 8 to retract inward. When the first connecting rod 7 retracts backward with the push rod 10, it pushes the second connecting rod 8 outward. A movable rotating shaft 11 is provided between the second connecting rod 8 and the gripping arm 4. The upper end of the gripping arm housing 17 is connected to the chassis fixing block 16 through a fixed rotating pivot point 12. When the second connecting rod 8 extends outward, the gripping arm 4 opens outward at a certain angle around the fixed rotating pivot point, completing the preparation for gripping the medicine box 2. When the command to grip the box is given, the power push rod 10 moves forward, the first connecting rod 7 drives the second connecting rod 8 to retract inward, and the second connecting rod 8 drives the gripping arm 4 to move inward around the fixed rotating pivot point, completing one action of gripping the medicine box 2.
[0034] The intelligent rail-guided logistics box-grabbing mechanism is applied to the hospital's automated medicine box delivery system. This mechanism allows for the grabbing and release of medicine boxes 2 as the intelligent railcar 1 moves vertically and horizontally, facilitating convenient dispensing and retrieval. The intelligent railcar 1 and the dedicated medicine box 2 are detachable parts. The intelligent railcar 1 is responsible for transporting and grabbing / releasing the medicine box 2, while the medicine box 2 is responsible for storing and retrieving medications or test specimens. If the intelligent railcar 1 malfunctions while carrying the medicine box 2, the medicine box 2 can be manually removed promptly, preventing the medication from being lost in time. The connection between the intelligent railcar 1 and the dedicated medicine box 2 is safe and reliable. The medicine box 2 can adapt to the high-altitude, high-speed movement of the intelligent railcar 1 without shifting forward or backward due to acceleration or deceleration. The medicine box 2 maintains a consistent posture throughout the entire logistics process, ensuring the safety of the medications or specimens inside.
[0035] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism, characterized in that, It includes an intelligent track vehicle (1) and a medicine box (2). The intelligent track vehicle (1) is equipped with a grab arm mechanism (3) for grabbing the medicine box (2). The grab arm mechanism (3) includes a drive assembly (6), a connecting assembly (5) and a grab arm (4). The connecting assembly (5) connects the drive assembly (6) and the grab arm (4). The drive assembly (6) is used to drive the connecting assembly (5) to move the grab arm (4). The drive assembly (6) includes a power unit (9) and a push rod (10), the power unit (9) providing the power required for the push rod (10) to extend forward or retract backward.
2. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting assembly (5) includes an intermediate component (15), a first link (7) and a second link (8), the intermediate component (15) and the first link (7) being hinged together, and the first link (7) and the second link (8) being hinged together.
3. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second link (8) and the grab arm (4) are hinged together by a rotating shaft (11).
4. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The grab arm (4) is provided with a fixed rotation fulcrum (12), and the grab arm (4) rotates around the fixed rotation fulcrum (12) at a preset angle.
5. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the gripper (4) is provided with a gripper (18), and the end of the gripper (18) is provided with a limit protrusion (13).
6. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top cover of the medicine box (2) is provided with grooves (14) on both sides to match the upper limit protrusion (13) of the grab arm.
7. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The grab arm (4) includes a chassis fixing block (16) and a grab arm housing (17).
8. The hospital intelligent rail logistics container grabbing mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The intelligent track vehicle (1) is equipped with roller components on its top for sliding on the track.