Automatic feeding equipment of laser cutting machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses automatic feeding equipment of a laser cutting machine, which belongs to the technical field of automation and comprises a machine table, a group of transplanting module mechanisms and a manipulator mechanism. Module transplanting mechanisms and a manipulator mechanism are arranged on the machine table, and the module transplanting mechanisms are arranged on the two sides of the manipulator mechanism correspondingly. The output end of the manipulator mechanism is provided with the material taking mechanism; a product is placed on the transplanting module mechanism; an organ cover is correspondingly arranged on one side of the transplanting module mechanism; an emergency stop button is arranged on the machine table; and the transplanting module mechanism and the manipulator mechanism are arranged in the machine cover. The transplanting module mechanism and the mechanical arm mechanism are matched for feeding, automatic feeding can be achieved, the manual intervention time is shortened, multi-station feeding is arranged, and the production continuity and efficiency are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automation technology, and specifically relates to an automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine. Background Technology

[0002] A laser cutting machine is a precision machining device that uses a high-power-density laser beam to cut materials. It works by focusing the laser beam into an extremely small spot, rapidly heating the material to its melting or boiling point at that spot, thus achieving cutting. Currently, the feeding method for laser cutting machines is still manual. During manual feeding, workers need to directly contact or approach the high-speed rotating equipment and high-temperature areas, increasing the risk of injury. Compared to automated systems, manual feeding is slower, especially in high-volume production, significantly reducing the overall production line's output. Long-term reliance on manual feeding means a greater labor input, correspondingly increasing labor costs. Furthermore, current automatic feeding equipment for laser cutting machines often suffers from a single workstation, which significantly limits its efficiency and flexibility.

[0003] Therefore, the above situation urgently needs to be addressed. Utility Model Content

[0004] Purpose of the utility model: To overcome the above shortcomings, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic feeding device for laser cutting machines, which realizes an automated feeding process, eliminating the need for manual feeding, thereby significantly reducing labor costs and minimizing the uncertainty caused by human operation. Furthermore, through a multi-station design, the robotic arm can grasp multiple products simultaneously, effectively improving production efficiency and equipment flexibility.

[0005] Technical Solution: An automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine includes a machine base, a set of transfer module mechanisms, and a robotic arm mechanism. The transfer module mechanisms and the robotic arm mechanism are arranged on the machine base, with transfer module mechanisms located on both sides of the robotic arm mechanism. A material handling mechanism is installed at the output end of the robotic arm mechanism. Products are placed on the transfer module mechanisms. A bellows cover is correspondingly provided on one side of each transfer module mechanism. An emergency stop button is provided on the machine base. The transfer module mechanisms and the robotic arm mechanism are housed within the machine cover. This application effectively improves production efficiency by setting up multi-station feeding.

[0006] Furthermore, the transplanting module mechanism includes a transplanting base, multiple sets of guide columns, slide rails, and a drive device; the guide columns are vertically mounted on the transplanting base; the lower part of the transplanting base is connected to the slide rails on the machine platform via a slider; a bellows cover is provided at the end of the slide rails; the drive device is located between the slide rails and is connected to the transplanting base. The bellows cover in this application's transplanting module mechanism provides additional safety for operators, preventing injury from accidental contact with moving parts.

[0007] Furthermore, the transplanting base is provided with at least four sets of guide columns, with each set containing at least four columns; the product is placed inside the guide columns, which are used for limiting and guiding. This application allows for the placement of at least four sets of products on a single transplanting module, effectively improving production efficiency and reducing the number of times products need to be manually added.

[0008] Furthermore, the material handling mechanism includes a material handling shaft and a material handling plate; the material handling shaft is connected to the robotic arm mechanism, and the material handling plate is connected to the material handling shaft via fasteners; the material handling plate has multiple through holes, and material handling suction cup assemblies are installed on the through holes, with the suction cup assemblies symmetrically distributed on the material handling plate. The material handling mechanism of this application uses suction cups to pick up materials, utilizing non-contact handling to reduce the physical force on the product; and the suction cups are typically installed at the end, allowing for quick replacement as needed to handle different types or specifications of products, thus improving the flexibility of the production line.

[0009] Furthermore, a reflective sensor is installed on the material handling plate. The reflective sensor can provide high-precision position feedback to ensure that materials are placed or picked up accurately; during the operation of the robotic arm, the reflective sensor can be used to detect whether foreign objects have entered the danger zone, thereby stopping the movement in time to avoid accidents.

[0010] Furthermore, the material-grabbing mechanism can grasp at least two products at a time. The mechanism can grasp multiple products at a time, effectively improving the equipment's feeding efficiency.

[0011] As can be seen from the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] 1. The automatic feeding device for laser cutting machine proposed in this application feeds materials through the cooperation of the transfer module mechanism and the robot arm mechanism, which can realize automated feeding. The automated feeding can operate continuously, reducing the time of manual intervention. Furthermore, it is equipped with dual-station or even multi-station feeding, which greatly improves the continuity and efficiency of production.

[0013] 2. The automatic feeding device for laser cutting machine proposed in this application can precisely control the position and speed to ensure the consistency and accuracy of each feeding. It can adapt the feeding parameters to different product requirements, is easy to integrate into existing production lines, or work in conjunction with other automated equipment, and is suitable for feeding materials for the production of various products.

[0014] 3. The automatic feeding device for laser cutting machines proposed in this application can help monitor material inventory levels in real time and replenish materials in a timely manner to avoid production interruptions caused by material shortages; it improves the visibility of material flow and facilitates lean production and supply chain management. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of an automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a top view schematic diagram of the internal structure of an automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer module mechanism of an automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 11-Machine cover; 12-Machine platform; 13-Transplanting module mechanism; 1301-Transplanting base; 1302-Guide column; 1303-Slide rail; 1304-Drive device; 14-Robot arm mechanism; 15-Material handling mechanism; 16-Product; 17-Bell cover; 18-Emergency stop button. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0020] Example 1

[0021] This embodiment describes an automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1-2 As shown, the machine includes a machine cover 11, a machine platform 12, a set of transplanting module mechanisms 13, and a robotic arm mechanism 14. The machine platform 12 is equipped with the transplanting module mechanism 13 and the robotic arm mechanism 14, and the transplanting module mechanism 13 is respectively set on both sides of the robotic arm mechanism 14. A material picking mechanism 15 is installed at the output end of the robotic arm mechanism 14. The product 16 is placed on the transplanting module mechanism 13. A bellows cover 17 is set on one side of the transplanting module mechanism 13. An emergency stop button 18 is set on the machine platform 12. The transplanting module mechanism 13 and the robotic arm mechanism 14 are set inside the machine cover 11.

[0022] Please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the transplanting module mechanism 13 includes a transplanting base 1301, multiple sets of guide columns 1302, slide rails 1303, and a drive device 1304. The guide columns 1302 are vertically mounted on the transplanting base 1301. The lower part of the transplanting base 1301 is connected to the slide rails 1303 on the machine platform 12 via a slider. A bellows cover 17 is provided at the end of each slide rail 1303. The drive device 1304 is located between the slide rails 1303 and is connected to the transplanting base 1301. At least four sets of guide columns 1302 are provided on the transplanting base 1301, with each set containing at least four guide columns. The product 16 is placed within the guide columns 1302, which are used for positioning and guidance. The structure of the guide columns 1302 can be adaptively adjusted according to the shape of the product 16, including angled guide columns and right-angled guide columns.

[0023] The material handling mechanism 15 includes a material handling shaft and a material handling plate. The material handling shaft is connected to the robotic arm mechanism 14, and the material handling plate is connected to the material handling shaft via fasteners. Multiple through holes are provided on the material handling plate, and material handling suction cup assemblies are installed in the through holes. The material handling suction cup assemblies are symmetrically distributed on the material handling plate. A reflection sensor is installed on the material handling plate. The material handling mechanism 15 can handle at least two products 16 at a time.

[0024] A single transplanting module mechanism 13 can hold at least 360 products, and the feeding rate of the equipment is 15s / 2 pieces; the equipment includes at least 2 transplanting module mechanisms 13, with dual-station or even multi-station feeding, which can meet the requirement of manual loading of materials into the transplanting module mechanism 13 at 2-hour intervals.

[0025] In actual production applications, the working method of the automatic feeding device for a laser cutting machine described in this application includes:

[0026] Step S1: The drive mechanism 1304 drives the transplanting base 1301 to a position near the outer side of the machine platform 12, and the manual fills the corresponding guide column 1302 with product 16.

[0027] Step S2: The drive mechanism 1304 drives a set of transplanting module mechanisms 13 to move to both sides close to the robotic arm mechanism 14;

[0028] Step S3: The robotic arm mechanism 14 starts working and uses the material suction cup assembly to pick up the product 16. It can pick up 2 pieces of product 16 at a time.

[0029] Step S4: Repeat steps S1-S3.

[0030] This application includes a mushroom-shaped emergency stop button 18, which can quickly stop the operation of the equipment in an emergency to prevent accidents or reduce the damage caused by accidents.

[0031] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements can be made without departing from the principle of the present utility model, and these improvements should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A laser cutting machine automatic feeding apparatus, characterized in that, Including machine table (12), a group of transplanting module mechanism (13), mechanical hand mechanism (14); The machine table (12) is provided with transplanting module mechanism (13), mechanical hand mechanism (14), and the two sides of the mechanical hand mechanism (14) are respectively provided with transplanting module mechanism (13); The output end of the mechanical hand mechanism (14) is installed with taking mechanism (15); The transplanting module mechanism (13) is placed with product (16); The side of the transplanting module mechanism (13) is correspondingly provided with organ case (17); The machine table (12) is provided with emergency stop button (18); The transplanting module mechanism (13) and mechanical hand mechanism (14) are arranged in the machine cover (11).

2. The automatic feeding apparatus for a laser cutting machine according to claim 1, wherein The transplanting module mechanism (13) includes transplanting base (1301), multiple groups of guide columns (1302), slide rails (1303) and driving devices (1304); The guide columns (1302) are vertically installed on the transplanting base (1301); The slide rails (1303) on the machine table (12) are connected through the slide blocks below the transplanting base (1301); The end of the slide rail (1303) is provided with organ case (17); The driving devices (1304) are located between the slide rails (1303), and the driving devices (1304) are connected to the transplanting base (1301).

3. The automatic feeding apparatus for a laser cutting machine according to claim 2, wherein At least four groups of guide columns (1302) are provided on the transplanting base (1301), and each group of guide columns (1302) is at least four; The product (16) is placed in the guide column (1302), and the guide column (1302) is used for limiting and guiding.

4. The automatic feeding apparatus for a laser cutting machine according to claim 1, wherein The taking mechanism (15) includes a taking shaft and a taking plate; The taking shaft is connected to the mechanical hand mechanism (14), and the taking plate is connected to the taking shaft through fasteners; Multiple through holes are provided on the taking plate, a taking suction cup assembly is installed on the through hole, and the taking suction cup assemblies are symmetrically distributed on the taking plate.

5. The automatic feed apparatus for a laser cutting machine according to claim 4, wherein A reflective sensor is installed on the taking plate.

6. The automatic feeding apparatus for a laser cutting machine according to claim 4, wherein The taking mechanism (15) can grab at least two products (16) at a time.

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