Box opening robot suction tool

By designing a main suction assembly and a combined frame for the unpacking robot suction, the problem of poor adaptability to the structural specifications of cardboard boxes in existing technologies has been solved, achieving stability and flexibility in the process of cardboard box forming and movement.

CN223962383UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03HUBEI HAINA LASER INTELLIGENT EQUIPMENT CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-16
Publication Date
2026-03-03

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Technical Problem

Existing unpacking robot suction cups are difficult to adjust appropriately according to the carton structure specifications, and the single-sided movable plate cannot provide stable forming operation.

Method used

A carton-opening robot suction cup, comprising a main suction cup assembly and a combination frame, was designed. By symmetrically setting auxiliary guide rails and adjusting screws at the bottom of the frame, the horizontal adjustment of the pneumatic suction cup is achieved. The structural mobility of the combination hinge and connecting hinge is utilized to achieve right-angle folding adjustment of the auxiliary suction cup assembly. Together with the pressure rod assembly, it provides stable carton forming and movement.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment according to the size and specifications of the cardboard box, improves the stability of the cardboard box during forming and movement, and reduces the risk of loosening and falling.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a box opening robot suction tool, and relates to the technical field of box opening robots, the box opening robot suction tool comprises a main suction tool assembly and a combined frame, the top of the main suction tool assembly is provided with the main suction tool assembly, and the left end and the right end of the top of the main suction tool assembly are symmetrically provided with pressing rod assemblies; the end, away from the pressing rod assembly, of the pressing rod assembly is connected with an auxiliary suction tool assembly. According to the box opening robot suction tool, the auxiliary guide rail and the adjusting lead screw are arranged at the bottom of the device frame, by means of the mobility of the structure, the first pneumatic suction cup connected with the device frame can be movably adjusted to a certain degree, and therefore good suction operation can be provided for paper box materials within a certain range; and by means of the pressing rod assemblies and the auxiliary suction tool assemblies which are symmetrically arranged on the two sides, the main suction tool assembly can be assisted to suck and clamp the paper box, meanwhile, the machining effect of folding forming can be achieved through structural movement, and therefore the flexibility of the equipment structure and the stability of material clamping are guaranteed.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unpacking robot technology, specifically to an unpacking robot suction device. Background Technology

[0002] A carton-opening robot is an automated device primarily used for opening, folding, and sealing cardboard boxes. Through the collaborative work of a robotic arm, a vision recognition system, and intelligent algorithms, it can automatically complete these actions, significantly improving opening efficiency and reducing labor costs.

[0003] Unpacking robots are widely used in logistics, warehousing, and automated production lines, and are particularly suitable for the later stages of packaging in industries such as e-commerce, express delivery, pharmaceuticals, and food. They can shorten lead times, improve productivity and yield, and with continuous technological advancements, adapt to more diverse and complex packaging types and offer faster unpacking speeds.

[0004] For example, utility model application No. 202123308549.1 discloses a carton-opening robot suction device. This carton-opening robot suction device is connected to the robot via a flange. The carton gripping component on the fixed plate grips the carton, and the carton adsorption component on the movable plate adsorbs the carton. Then, the drive component drives the movable plate to rotate 90° to form the carton. The robot folds the bottom, and this process is repeated to quickly form the carton. This device has a simple structure and stable operation. However, similar carton-opening robot suction devices in the above-mentioned document are difficult to adjust the suction cups according to the structural specifications of the carton. In addition, the movable plate with a single-sided structure is difficult to provide a stable forming operation for the carton. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a suction device for an unpacking robot to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a box-opening robot suction device, comprising a main suction device assembly and a combination frame. The main suction device assembly is mounted on the top of the main suction device assembly, and pressure rod assemblies are symmetrically mounted on the left and right ends of the top of the main suction device assembly. An auxiliary suction device assembly is connected to the end of the pressure rod assembly away from the pressure rod assembly. The main suction device assembly includes a device frame, connecting hinges, docking posts, auxiliary guide rails, adjusting screws, and a first pneumatic suction cup. Connecting hinges are connected to both the left and right sides of the device frame, and docking posts are provided at the four diagonal corners of the top surface of the device frame. Auxiliary guide rails are symmetrically and horizontally mounted on the bottom of the device frame, and an auxiliary guide rail is mounted directly below the auxiliary guide rails. The first pneumatic suction cup is connected to both the left and right ends of the auxiliary guide rails.

[0007] Furthermore, the device frame and the connecting hinge bracket are fixedly connected, and the device frame and the docking pile are set as an integral structure. The upper end of the first pneumatic suction cup is connected to the auxiliary guide rail and the adjusting screw by slotted embedded installation and threaded connection.

[0008] Furthermore, the combined frame includes a stabilizing frame, a connecting seat, and connecting bolts. The stabilizing frame is provided with a connecting seat at its top, and connecting bolts are installed at the four opposite corners of the stabilizing frame.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting seats are equidistantly arrayed on the top of the stabilizer and there are four sets, and the connecting bolts are threadedly connected to the stabilizer and the docking piles.

[0010] Furthermore, the pressure rod assembly includes a support frame, a pneumatic push rod, and a combined hinge. The pneumatic push rod is vertically installed through one end of the support frame, and the combined hinge is installed at the bottom of the pneumatic push rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the combined hinge and the top surface of the auxiliary suction device assembly are movably connected, the end of the support frame away from the pneumatic push rod is movably connected to the top surface of the stabilizer frame, and the pressure rod assembly is symmetrically arranged at both ends of one side of the combined frame.

[0012] Furthermore, the auxiliary suction device assembly includes a pressure plate, a stabilizing plate, and a second pneumatic suction cup. The pressure plate is provided with stabilizing plates on both sides, and the second pneumatic suction cup is symmetrically installed on both sides of the bottom end of the pressure plate.

[0013] Furthermore, the end of the connecting hinge furthest from the device frame is connected to the top surface of one end of the pressure plate, and the auxiliary suction assembly is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the main suction assembly.

[0014] This utility model provides a suction cup for an unpacking robot, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. This utility model features symmetrical auxiliary guide rails at the bottom of the device frame, with an adjusting screw horizontally mounted directly below each guide rail. The upper ends of the first pneumatic suction cups are connected to the auxiliary guide rails and the adjusting screw via slotted embedding and threaded connections. When the adjusting screw, with its bidirectional screw structure, is turned horizontally, the first pneumatic suction cups connected at both ends can move horizontally left and right, thereby adjusting the relative distance between the two sets of first pneumatic suction cups. This structural design maximizes the flexibility and convenience of the device, while also allowing for appropriate structural adjustments based on the size and specifications of the cardboard box to accommodate different operational needs.

[0016] 2. This utility model features a pressure rod assembly mounted on the top of the main suction assembly via a combination frame. Simultaneously, an auxiliary suction assembly is connected to the two sides of the frame via connecting hinges. The auxiliary suction assembly is itself connected to the bottom of the combination hinges. When the pneumatic push rod at the top of the combination hinges extends or retracts vertically, the structural mobility of the combination hinges and connecting hinges allows the entire auxiliary suction assembly to be folded at a right angle. This structure assists the main suction assembly in folding and forming cardboard boxes. Furthermore, the symmetrical left-right arrangement maximizes the stability of the cardboard material during folding and forming, while also ensuring stability during the movement of the suction material, reducing the risk of unnecessary loosening and falling. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the axial side view of the body structure of the unpacking robot suction cup of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main suction cup assembly structure of a box-opening robot suction cup according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a combination frame for an unpacking robot suction device according to the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the pressure rod assembly of the unpacking robot suction device according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an auxiliary suction cup component for an unpacking robot suction cup according to the present invention.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Main suction cup assembly; 101. Device frame; 102. Connecting hinge; 103. Connecting post; 104. Auxiliary guide rail; 105. Adjusting screw; 106. First pneumatic suction cup; 2. Combination frame; 201. Stabilizing frame; 202. Connecting seat; 203. Connecting bolt; 3. Pressure rod assembly; 301. Support frame; 302. Pneumatic push rod; 303. Combination hinge; 4. Auxiliary suction cup assembly; 401. Pressure plate; 402. Stabilizing plate; 403. Second pneumatic suction cup. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model.

[0024] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, a box-opening robot suction device includes a main suction device assembly 1 and a combination frame 2. The main suction device assembly 1 is mounted on the top of the main suction device assembly 1, and pressure rod assemblies 3 are symmetrically mounted on the left and right ends of the top of the main suction device assembly 1. An auxiliary suction device assembly 4 is connected to the end of the pressure rod assembly 3 away from the pressure rod assembly 3. The main suction device assembly 1 includes a device frame 101, connecting hinges 102, docking posts 103, auxiliary guide rails 104, adjusting screws 105, and a first pneumatic suction cup 106. Connecting hinges 102 are connected to both the left and right sides of the device frame 101, and docking posts 103 are provided at the four diagonal corners of the top surface of the device frame 101. Auxiliary guide rails are symmetrically and horizontally mounted on the bottom of the device frame 101. 104, and an auxiliary guide rail 104 is mounted directly below the auxiliary guide rail 104. At the same time, the left and right ends of the auxiliary guide rail 104 are connected to the first pneumatic suction cup 106. The device frame 101 and the connecting hinge 102 are fixedly connected. The device frame 101 and the docking pile 103 are set as an integral structure. The upper end of the first pneumatic suction cup 106 is connected to the auxiliary guide rail 104 and the adjusting screw 105 respectively by slotted embedded installation and threaded connection. When the adjusting screw 105 with a two-way screw structure is turned horizontally, the first pneumatic suction cup 106 connected at both ends can be moved left and right in the horizontal direction, thereby adjusting the relative distance between the two sets of first pneumatic suction cups 106.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, the combined frame 2 includes a stabilizing frame 201, a connecting seat 202, and connecting bolts 203. The connecting seat 202 is provided on the top of the stabilizing frame 201, and connecting bolts 203 are installed at the four opposite corners of the stabilizing frame 201. The connecting seats 202 are equidistantly arrayed on the top of the stabilizing frame 201 and there are four sets of them. The connecting bolts 203 are threadedly connected to the stabilizing frame 201 and the docking pile 103. The pressure rod assembly 3 includes a support frame 301, a pneumatic push rod 302, and a combined hinge 303. The pneumatic push rod 302 is vertically installed through one end of the support frame 301, and the combined hinge 303 is installed at the bottom of the pneumatic push rod 302. The bottom of the combined hinge 303 is movably connected to the top surface of the auxiliary suction assembly 4. The end of the support frame 301 away from the pneumatic push rod 302 is connected to the stabilizing frame 201. The top surface of the fixed frame 201 is movably connected. The pressure rod assembly 3 is symmetrically arranged at both ends of one side of the combined frame 2. The auxiliary suction assembly 4 includes a pressure plate 401, a stabilizing plate 402, and a second pneumatic suction cup 403. The stabilizing plate 402 is arranged on both sides of the pressure plate 401, and the second pneumatic suction cup 403 is symmetrically installed on both sides of the bottom end of the pressure plate 401. The end of the connecting hinge 102 away from the device frame 101 is connected to the top surface of one end of the pressure plate 401. The auxiliary suction assembly 4 is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the main suction assembly 1. When the pneumatic push rod 302 at the top of the combined hinge 303 extends or retracts in the vertical direction, the structural mobility of the combined hinge 303 and the connecting hinge 102 can be used to push the entire auxiliary suction assembly 4 to perform right-angle structural folding adjustment.

[0026] In summary, as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, when using this unpacking robot suction device, it can first be connected and combined with an external industrial robot or robotic arm through the connecting seat 202 on the top of the stabilizer 201 to facilitate subsequent processing operations. At the same time, the first pneumatic suction cup 106 and the second pneumatic suction cup 403 are connected to the external pneumatic control pipeline to ensure the stable operation of the subsequent air pressure suction operation.

[0027] Then, based on the structural dimensions of the paper box material being processed, the first pneumatic suction cups 106 at both ends of the horizontal axis rotating device frame 101 are simultaneously adjusted horizontally along the auxiliary guide rail 104 and their own surface by adjusting the adjusting screw 105 at the bottom of the horizontal axis rotating device frame 101, and adjusted to a suitable relative position.

[0028] Once the entire device is activated, as the first pneumatic suction cup 106 adheres to the surface of the cardboard material, the pressure rod assembly 3, connected to the top of the stabilizing frame 201 via the support frame 301, begins to operate synchronously. The pneumatic push rod 302 at one end of the support frame 301 pushes the structure downward in the vertical direction. Combined with the mobility of the hinge 303, this causes the auxiliary suction assembly 4 connected at the bottom to move downward. Simultaneously, due to the pressure plate 401 connected to the stabilizing plate 402, with the assistance of the connecting hinge 102, the structure is folded and adjusted around the connecting hinge 102 as the folding center. Under the action of the second pneumatic suction cup 403, it assists the main suction assembly 1 in folding and shaping the cardboard box, while also providing suction and clamping for subsequent material movement.

[0029] The embodiments of this utility model are given for illustrative and descriptive purposes only, and are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the utility model to the forms disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The embodiments were chosen and described in order to better illustrate the principles and practical applications of this utility model, and to enable those skilled in the art to understand this utility model and design various embodiments with various modifications suitable for a particular purpose.

Claims

1. A box-opening robot suction cup, comprising a main suction cup assembly (1) and a combination frame (2), characterized in that: The main suction assembly (1) is mounted on the top of the main suction assembly (1), and pressure rod assemblies (3) are symmetrically mounted on the left and right ends of the top of the main suction assembly (1). An auxiliary suction assembly (4) is connected to the end of the pressure rod assembly (3) away from the pressure rod assembly (3). The main suction assembly (1) includes a device frame (101), a connecting hinge (102), a docking post (103), an auxiliary guide rail (104), an adjusting screw (105), and a first pneumatic suction cup (106). 06), the left and right sides of the device frame (101) are connected with connecting hinges (102), and the four opposite corners of the top surface of the device frame (101) are provided with docking posts (103). The bottom of the device frame (101) is symmetrically and horizontally installed with auxiliary guide rails (104), and an auxiliary guide rail (104) is mounted directly below the auxiliary guide rail (104). At the same time, the left and right ends of the auxiliary guide rail (104) are connected with first pneumatic suction cups (106).

2. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The device frame (101) and the connecting hinge (102) are fixedly connected, and the device frame (101) and the docking pile (103) are set as an integral structure. The upper end of the first pneumatic suction cup (106) is connected to the auxiliary guide rail (104) and the adjusting screw (105) by slotted embedded installation and threaded connection.

3. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The combined frame (2) includes a stabilizer (201), a connecting seat (202), and a connecting bolt (203). The stabilizer (201) is provided with a connecting seat (202) at its top, and a connecting bolt (203) is installed at each of the four opposite corners of the stabilizer (201).

4. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting seats (202) are equidistantly arrayed on the top of the stabilizer (201) and there are four sets of them. The connecting bolts (203) are threadedly connected to the stabilizer (201) and the docking piles (103).

5. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pressure rod assembly (3) includes a support frame (301), a pneumatic push rod (302) and a combined hinge (303). The pneumatic push rod (302) is vertically installed through one end of the support frame (301), and the combined hinge (303) is installed at the bottom of the pneumatic push rod (302).

6. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the combined hinge (303) and the top surface of the auxiliary suction assembly (4) are movably connected. The end of the support frame (301) away from the pneumatic push rod (302) and the top surface of the stabilizer frame (201) are movably connected. The pressure rod assembly (3) is symmetrically arranged at both ends of one side of the combined frame (2).

7. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The auxiliary suction device assembly (4) includes a pressure plate (401), a stabilizing plate (402), and a second pneumatic suction cup (403). The pressure plate (401) is provided with stabilizing plates (402) on both sides, and the second pneumatic suction cup (403) is symmetrically installed on both sides of the bottom end of the pressure plate (401).

8. The unpacking robot suction cup according to claim 7, characterized in that, The end of the connecting hinge (102) away from the device frame (101) is connected to the top surface of one end of the pressure plate (401), and the auxiliary suction assembly (4) is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the main suction assembly (1).

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