Automatic gluing machine for solar module hook

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of gluing machines, in particular to an automatic gluing machine for solar module hooks, which comprises a frame, and a gluing mechanism, a manipulator, a synchronous belt, a support platform, an action mechanism and a control system which are mounted on the frame, and the support platform is laid in the middle of the frame and positioned below the gluing mechanism, the manipulator and the synchronous belt; the action mechanism comprises a jacking mechanism and an assembly line, the assembly line is arranged on the lower side of the supporting platform through the jacking mechanism, and a gap matched with the assembly line and protruding out of the supporting platform is formed in the supporting platform; by means of the automatic hook pasting device, the hook pasting accuracy can be improved, and stable, safe and efficient operation of a photovoltaic module after installation is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of glue applicator technology, specifically to an automatic glue applicator for solar module hooks. Background Technology

[0002] Attaching hooks to solar photovoltaic (PV) modules is to ensure their stable, safe, and efficient operation, while simplifying installation and maintenance processes and extending their lifespan. To improve production efficiency and precision, hook attachment on solar PV modules is currently done by machines. For example, patent CN208221276U discloses an automatic glue application and installation device for hooks on double-glass modules. This device achieves automatic hook installation through the coordination of components such as the feeding module, the flipping mechanism, and the assembly line. However, in actual production, because solar PV modules are placed on an assembly line, the flatness of the assembly line may not meet standards, leading to inaccurate hook installation. This could affect the subsequent installation of PV modules, thus impacting their stable, safe, and efficient operation. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic glue applicator for solar module hooks, which can improve the accuracy of hook pasting and ensure the stable, safe and efficient operation of photovoltaic modules after installation.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic glue applicator for solar module hooks, comprising a frame and a glue applicator, a robotic arm, a synchronous belt, a support platform, an actuation mechanism, and a control system mounted on the frame. The support platform is located in the middle of the frame and below the glue applicator, robotic arm, and synchronous belt. The actuation mechanism includes a lifting mechanism and a conveyor belt. The conveyor belt is positioned below the support platform via the lifting mechanism, and the support platform has a gap that accommodates the conveyor belt protruding from the platform. The control system is electrically connected to the glue applicator, robotic arm, synchronous belt, and actuation mechanism.

[0005] Preferably, the support platform includes multiple support plates and support rods, with the multiple support plates distributed at intervals at the same horizontal height via the support rods.

[0006] Preferably, the flatness of the support platform is no higher than 0.2 mm.

[0007] Preferably, the flatness of the synchronous belt is no higher than 0.2 mm.

[0008] Preferably, the action mechanism further includes a blocking mechanism and a correcting mechanism; both the blocking mechanism and the correcting mechanism are configured corresponding to the production line.

[0009] Preferably, the correction mechanism includes multiple correction cylinders; the multiple correction cylinders are distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support platform.

[0010] Preferably, the actuation mechanism is provided in two sets, and the two sets of actuation mechanisms are installed at intervals along the length direction of the support platform.

[0011] Preferably, the extension direction of the timing belt is consistent with the length direction of the support platform.

[0012] Preferably, the synchronous belt is also equipped with a position sensor connected to the control system.

[0013] Preferably, the robotic arm is located above the center of the support platform.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: by setting a support platform under the glue applicator, the robot, and the synchronous belt, and a production line driven by the lifting mechanism with rising and falling functions, the solar modules can be placed on the support platform under the action of the lifting mechanism during glue applicator application. This solves the problem of inaccurate hook installation due to the flatness of the production line, and ensures the stable, safe and efficient operation of the photovoltaic modules after installation. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the glue applicator of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the front structure of the glue applicator of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding end structure of the glue applicator of this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Frame, 2. Glue application mechanism, 3. Robotic arm, 4. Synchronous belt, 5. Lifting mechanism, 6. Production line, 7. Support platform, 8. Blocking mechanism, 9. Alignment mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so that those skilled in the art can more clearly understand how to practice this utility model. Although this utility model has been described in conjunction with its preferred embodiments, these embodiments are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0020] See Figure 1-3 In one embodiment of this utility model, an automatic glue applicator for solar module hooks includes: a frame 1 and a glue applicator 2, a robotic arm 3, a synchronous belt 4, a support platform 7, and two sets of motion mechanisms for carrying and transporting solar modules.

[0021] The frame 1 is a frame structure made of aluminum alloy profiles. The outer perimeter of the frame 1 is covered with a panel (not shown in the figure), which can prevent dust and provide protection for this automatic glue applicator.

[0022] The glue dispensing mechanism 2 is installed on the frame 1 and located on the upper side of the support platform 7. At the same time, the glue dispensing port of the glue dispensing mechanism 2 can extend to the inner side of the frame 1.

[0023] The robotic arm 3 is mounted on the top of the frame 1. The gripping end of the robotic arm 3 can move within a range on the upper side of the support platform 7 and near the glue dispensing port of the glue dispensing mechanism 2. The robotic arm 3 has a repeatability of ±0.03mm and a radius of up to 911mm. It is used to attach hooks to different positions specified by the system. In order to improve the coverage of the robotic arm 3, the robotic arm 3 is mounted on the upper side of the middle of the support platform 7. It can be understood that with the center of the support platform 7 as the circle, the robotic arm 3 can cover a wider interface.

[0024] The synchronous belt 4 is mounted on the upper side of the support platform 7 via a bracket and is positioned close to the glue applicator 2. In addition, the extension direction of the synchronous belt 4 is consistent with the length direction of the support platform 7. The synchronous belt 4 is used to deliver hooks to the robot arm 3, and a position sensor for automatic positioning and indicating the position of the robot arm 3 to grasp the hooks is installed on the synchronous belt 4.

[0025] The support platform 7 is located in the middle of the frame 1. The support platform 7 consists of multiple sets of support components spaced apart along the extension direction of the synchronous belt 4. Each support component includes multiple support plates and multiple support rods. The support rods are all set perpendicular to the extension direction of the synchronous belt 4. The multiple support plates are spaced apart on the support rods. That is to say, the body of the support platform 7 is composed of multiple support plates spaced apart from each other, and the multiple support plates are at the same horizontal height. In this embodiment, the flatness of the support platform 7 is 0.2mm, but it can also be a smaller value. This can ensure that the solar module is in a relatively horizontal state when the hook is installed, and ensure the accuracy and consistency of the pasting.

[0026] The two sets of actuation mechanisms are installed at intervals along the length of the support platform 7; the actuation mechanism includes a lifting mechanism 5, a conveyor line 6, a blocking mechanism 8 and a straightening mechanism 9. The lifting mechanism 5 consists of a lifting cylinder and a lifting platform. The lifting cylinder is mounted on the frame 1, and the lifting platform is fixedly connected to the output end of the lifting cylinder. The lifting platform is located on the lower side of the support platform 7.

[0027] Both the conveyor line 6 and the blocking mechanism 8 are installed on the lifting platform, with the blocking mechanism 8 located at the end of the conveyor line 6 in the output direction, serving as a blocking mechanism. Under the action of the lifting cylinder, the lifting platform can approach or move away from the support platform 7. When the lifting platform approaches the support platform 7, the conveyor line 6 installed on the lifting platform can protrude from the upper surface of the support platform 7 through the gap between the support plates, and the solar modules placed on the support platform 7 can be transported to the next process by the conveyor line 6. When the lifting platform moves away from the support platform 7, the conveyor line 6 falls back, and the conveyor line 6 loses contact with the solar modules on the support platform 7, at which point the solar modules are placed on the support platform 7. The two sets of conveyor lines 6 can form a continuous channel for transporting solar modules. The blocking mechanism 8 includes a blocking cylinder and a blocking block located at the output end of the blocking cylinder. In the initial state, the horizontal height of the blocking block is the same as the top of the conveyor line 6. When the blocking cylinder is activated, it can lift the blocking block above the conveyor line 6 to achieve blocking.

[0028] The straightening mechanism 9 consists of multiple straightening cylinders. Some of the cylinders are installed on the lifting platform, and the other part is installed above the support platform 7. This arrangement allows the glue applicator to be compatible with different types of solar modules.

[0029] Furthermore, to ensure the accuracy of the bonding, the belt of the synchronous belt 4 and the mounting surface of the robot arm are guaranteed to have a flatness of 0.2mm. This ensures that the bottom end of the hook placed on the synchronous belt 4 and during the movement process always has a high degree of flatness.

[0030] Furthermore, the glue applicator also includes a control system (not shown in the figure). The control system is connected to the glue applicator 2, the robotic arm 3, the timing belt 4, the support platform 7, the position sensor, and the motion mechanism via electrical wiring for coordination between the various mechanisms.

[0031] Working principle: After the machine is started, the lifting cylinder lifts the production line 6, allowing the solar panels to flow in. The blocking mechanism 8 works to initially position the solar panels. At this time, the hook positioning sensor detects the hook, and the robot arm grabs the hook on the synchronous belt. The hook is then moved below the glue applicator, and 5.5 grams of FDIK 400ml adhesive is applied to the four corners at the bottom of the hook. After the alignment mechanism 9 aligns the solar panels, the lifting mechanism falls back, allowing the solar panels to land on the support plate. The robot arm attaches the hook to the designated position 2mm above the workpiece, and then repeats the above actions to complete the hook application. After application, the lifting mechanism lifts up, the blocking cylinder falls down, and the alignment mechanism releases, allowing the solar panels to flow out of the glue applicator. If the hooks are not fully applied at one position, the position of the blocking block needs to be changed, and the actions after the workpiece flows into the machine need to be repeated.

[0032] This technical solution, by setting up a support platform under the glue applicator, robotic arm, and synchronous belt, and a production line driven by a lifting mechanism with rising and falling functions, allows the solar modules to be placed on the support platform under the action of the lifting mechanism during glue applicator application. This solves the problem of inaccurate hook installation caused by the flatness of the production line, ensuring the stable, safe, and efficient operation of the photovoltaic modules after installation.

[0033] 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 this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A solar module hook automatic gluing machine, characterized in that: The device comprises a rack (1), a glue injection mechanism (2), a mechanical arm (3), a synchronous belt (4), a support platform (7), a moving mechanism and a control system, wherein the support platform (7) is laid in the middle of the rack (1) and below the glue injection mechanism (2), the mechanical arm (3) and the synchronous belt (4); the moving mechanism comprises a jacking mechanism (5) and a flow line (6), the flow line (6) is arranged below the support platform (7) through the jacking mechanism (5), the support platform (7) is provided with a gap corresponding to the flow line (6) and protruding from the support platform (7); the control system is electrically connected with the glue injection mechanism (2), the mechanical arm (3), the synchronous belt (4) and the moving mechanism.

2. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support platform (7) comprises a plurality of support plates and support rods, and the plurality of support plates are distributed at the same horizontal height and spaced from each other through the support rods.

3. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flatness of the support platform (7) is not higher than 0.2 mm.

4. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flatness of the belt line of the synchronous belt (4) is not higher than 0.2 mm.

5. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moving mechanism further comprises a blocking mechanism (8) and a homing mechanism (9), and the blocking mechanism (8) and the homing mechanism (9) are arranged correspondingly with the flow line (6).

6. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The homing mechanism (9) comprises a plurality of homing cylinders, and the plurality of homing cylinders are distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support platform (7).

7. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moving mechanism is provided with two groups, and the two groups of moving mechanisms are installed along the length direction of the support platform (7).

8. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The extension direction of the synchronous belt (4) is consistent with the length direction of the support platform (7).

9. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The synchronous belt (4) is further provided with a position sensor connected with the control system.

10. The automatic solar module hook gluing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mechanical arm (3) is located above the middle of the support platform (7).

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