Hard material and membrane material separating mechanism

By designing a separation mechanism for the adsorption platform and tray assembly, efficient separation of rigid and membrane materials is achieved, solving the problem of flexibly handling different materials and shapes in existing technologies, and improving production efficiency and yield.

CN224075983UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03SHENZHEN XINSANLI AUTOMATION EQUIP
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-03-14
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

Existing feeding mechanisms are unable to flexibly handle rigid materials that are supported by membrane materials of different materials, sizes and shapes, resulting in membrane material damage or inaccurate positioning, which affects production efficiency.

Method used

A separation mechanism for rigid materials and membrane materials was designed. Two negative pressure channels on the adsorption platform are used to adsorb the tray assembly and the membrane material respectively. The tray body is equipped with corrugated strip grooves and magnetically connected frame covers. The separation of rigid materials and membrane materials is achieved through vacuum adsorption and mechanical devices.

Benefits of technology

It improves the separation efficiency of membrane materials and rigid materials, adapts to membrane materials of different materials and shapes, reduces jamming, shortens feeding time, improves yield and production efficiency, and reduces production costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a separating mechanism for a hard material and a membrane material. The separating mechanism comprises an adsorption platform, a plurality of air connectors and a tray assembly. Two separated negative pressure channels are arranged in the adsorption platform, a plurality of vacuum chucks are distributed on the surface of the adsorption platform, the plurality of vacuum chucks are divided into two groups, one group of vacuum chucks are communicated with the first negative pressure channel, and the other group of vacuum chucks are communicated with the second negative pressure channel; the plurality of gas joints are arranged on the side surface of the adsorption platform, a part of the gas joints are communicated with the first negative pressure channel, and the rest of the gas joints are communicated with the second negative pressure channel; the tray assembly can be adsorbed by one set of vacuum suction cups of the adsorption platform so that the tray assembly can be arranged on the adsorption platform. Due to the unique tray main body structural design, the two negative pressure channels respectively adsorb the tray assembly and the membrane material, so that the separation efficiency of the membrane material and the hard material is improved. By optimizing the adsorption mode and the separation guide of the membrane material, the separation of the hard material and the membrane material can be quickly and accurately realized.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation equipment technology, specifically to a separation mechanism for rigid materials and membrane materials. Background Technology

[0002] In modern manufacturing processes, the demand for production efficiency continues to rise, leading to the increasingly widespread use of membrane materials for feeding rigid materials in automated equipment. Many industries rely on this feeding method to optimize production processes. However, existing feeding mechanisms have many limitations, struggling to flexibly handle membrane materials of varying materials, sizes, and shapes. For example, traditional mechanisms easily damage thin and wrinkle-prone membrane materials; and when handling irregularly shaped rigid materials, they cannot guarantee precise positioning and conveying.

[0003] In view of this, there is an urgent need for a specially designed separation mechanism that combines high efficiency and stability to achieve precise material feeding, help improve overall production efficiency, and drive manufacturing in various industries to new heights. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the present invention aims to provide a separation mechanism for rigid materials and membrane materials. The purpose of this separation mechanism is to achieve separation of the rigid materials and membrane materials by vacuum adsorption onto a material tray and then adsorbing the membrane material onto a separation tank structure.

[0005] To solve the above technical problems, this utility model provides the following solution: A separation mechanism for rigid materials and film materials according to this utility model includes:

[0006] The adsorption platform has two separate negative pressure channels inside, and multiple vacuum suction cups are distributed on its surface. The multiple vacuum suction cups are divided into two groups. One group of vacuum suction cups is connected to the first negative pressure channel, and the other group of vacuum suction cups is connected to the second negative pressure channel.

[0007] Multiple air connectors are located on the side of the adsorption platform, some of which are connected to the first negative pressure channel and the remaining air connectors are connected to the second negative pressure channel.

[0008] The tray assembly can be adsorbed by a set of vacuum suction cups on the adsorption platform so that the tray assembly is seated on the adsorption platform;

[0009] The tray assembly includes:

[0010] The tray body has an upward-facing surface that is formed as a groove. The outer edges of the groove form a closed structural surface. At least one boss is distributed within the area enclosed by the groove. The upper surface of the boss has multiple continuously distributed strip grooves. The groove formed around the boss has multiple air holes that extend to the bottom surface of the tray body. The multiple air holes are connected to another set of vacuum suction cups.

[0011] A frame cover is attached to and defined by the structural surface.

[0012] Furthermore, the strip groove is a corrugated structure groove.

[0013] Furthermore, the tray body is provided with a limiting structure to prevent the frame cover from shifting.

[0014] Furthermore, the limiting structure consists of a limiting block installed on the side of the tray body.

[0015] Furthermore, the connection between the frame cover and the structural surface is a magnetic connection.

[0016] Furthermore, the structural surface is provided with grooves, and each groove is embedded with a magnet, so that the frame cover can be magnetically attracted by the magnet.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0018] 1. This utility model's separation mechanism can efficiently separate rigid materials and membrane materials: The unique tray main structure design of this utility model, with two negative pressure channels respectively adsorbing the tray assembly and the membrane material, improves the separation efficiency between the membrane and rigid materials. By optimizing the membrane material adsorption method and separation guidance, it reduces jamming and errors during the separation process, enabling rapid and accurate separation of the two materials.

[0019] 2. This utility model's separation mechanism is widely applicable to different membrane material sizes: It can accommodate rigid materials fed onto membranes of varying materials, sizes, and shapes. Whether it's a thin, easily wrinkled membrane or an irregularly shaped rigid material, it achieves excellent separation and feeding results. It is particularly suitable for feeding small-sized materials, thus broadening the mechanism's application range.

[0020] 3. The separation mechanism of this utility model can improve production efficiency: the efficient separation and precise feeding process greatly shortens the feeding time and increases the cycle time of feeding rigid materials onto the membrane. At the same time, it reduces product damage or defects caused by improper feeding, improves the product yield, and enhances overall production efficiency.

[0021] 4. The separation mechanism of this utility model has a simple structure: the overall structure is simple, the functions of each component are clearly defined, and it is easy to manufacture, install, and maintain. Compared with the complex traditional feeding mechanism, it reduces production costs and maintenance difficulty, and has a high cost-performance ratio. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is an assembly structure diagram of the separation mechanism of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the adsorption platform of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the tray assembly of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a top view of the separation mechanism of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 6 for Figure 5 The BB cross-section is the same as the diagram.

[0028] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of part I.

[0029] The attached diagram is labeled as follows: 1. Adsorption platform; 2. Tray assembly; 3. Air connector; 11. Vacuum suction cup; 21. Frame cover; 22. Tray body; 23. Limiting block; 24. Magnet; 221. Strip groove. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments, so that the advantages and features of the present utility model can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art, thereby making a clearer and more definite definition of the protection scope of the present utility model. Obviously, the embodiments described in this utility model are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0032] Example 1: The specific structure of this utility model is as follows:

[0033] Please refer to the appendix. Figure 1-7The present invention provides a separation mechanism for rigid materials and membrane materials, comprising an adsorption platform 1 and a tray assembly 2.

[0034] The adsorption platform 1 has two separate negative pressure channels inside, and its surface is equipped with multiple vacuum suction cups 11. These vacuum suction cups 11 are divided into two groups: one group connects to the first negative pressure channel, and the other group connects to the second negative pressure channel. Multiple air connectors 3 are located on the side of the adsorption platform 1, with some connectors connecting to the first negative pressure channel and the remaining connectors connecting to the second negative pressure channel. The negative pressure adsorption force generated by the vacuum suction cups 11 achieves stable adsorption of the tray assembly, ensuring that the tray assembly is firmly seated on the adsorption platform. The adsorption platform 1 has a rectangular structure, which facilitates connection to an external vacuum source and allows for flexible connection to vacuum lines in different installation scenarios, enhancing the versatility and ease of installation of the mechanism.

[0035] The tray assembly 2 can be adsorbed by one of the sets of vacuum suction cups 11 of the adsorption platform 1 so that the tray assembly 2 is seated on the adsorption platform 1. The tray assembly 2 includes a tray body 22 and a frame cover 21.

[0036] The upper side of the tray body 22 is formed as a groove surface, and the outer edge of the groove surface forms a closed structural surface. At least one boss is distributed in the area enclosed by the groove surface. The upper surface of the boss is provided with multiple continuously distributed strip grooves 221. The groove constructed around the boss is provided with multiple air holes that lead to the bottom surface of the tray body 22. The multiple air holes are connected to another set of vacuum suction cups 11. The strip grooves 221 are corrugated structure grooves.

[0037] As can be seen from the structure of the separation mechanism above, one of the two negative pressure channels adsorbs the tray assembly 2, and the other negative pressure channel adsorbs the membrane material through the pores.

[0038] The frame cover 21 is attached to and defined by the structural surface. The tray body 22 is provided with a limiting structure to prevent the frame cover 21 from shifting. The limiting structure consists of limiting blocks 23 installed on the side of the tray body 22. There are four limiting blocks 23, which are located on both sides of the long side of the tray body 22.

[0039] The above-mentioned strip groove 221 can effectively increase the contact area between the membrane material and the tray body, improve the stability of vacuum adsorption, and at the same time, help guide the separation direction of the membrane material during the separation process between the membrane material and the rigid material, so as to achieve a more efficient separation effect.

[0040] The connection between the frame cover 21 and the structural surface is a magnetic connection. The structural surface has grooves, and each groove is embedded with a magnet 24, allowing the frame cover 21 to be magnetically attracted by the magnets 24. This magnetic connection method facilitates the installation and removal of the frame cover and ensures a stable connection of the frame cover during the operation of the mechanism, preventing it from accidentally falling off.

[0041] The principle of separating rigid and membrane materials: In actual operation, the membrane material is vacuum-adsorbed onto the groove surface and strip grooves of the tray body. Utilizing the vacuum adsorption force and the special structure of the strip grooves, the membrane material is tightly adsorbed onto the tray body. When it is necessary to separate the rigid and membrane materials, since the rigid material is not adsorbed in the strip groove area (or the adsorption force is weak), an external mechanical device (such as a picking robot) can grasp the rigid material, thereby achieving the separation of the rigid and membrane materials and realizing the purpose of feeding and picking.

[0042] In summary, this invention's separation mechanism can efficiently separate rigid and membrane materials. The unique tray structure design, particularly the application of corrugated strip grooves, significantly improves the separation efficiency between membrane and rigid materials. By optimizing the membrane's adsorption method and separation guidance, it reduces jamming and errors during the separation process, enabling rapid and accurate separation. This separation mechanism is widely applicable to different membrane sizes: it can accommodate membranes of various materials, sizes, and shapes to support rigid materials. Whether it's thin, easily wrinkled membranes or irregularly shaped rigid materials, it achieves excellent separation and feeding results. It is particularly suitable for feeding small-sized materials, broadening the mechanism's application range.

[0043] This utility model's separation mechanism improves production efficiency: it efficiently separates rigid and membrane materials, shortens feeding time, and increases the feeding cycle of the membrane material supporting the incoming rigid material. Simultaneously, it reduces product damage or defects caused by improper feeding, improving product yield and overall production efficiency. The separation mechanism has a simple structure: the overall design is concise, each component has a clearly defined function, and it is easy to manufacture, install, and maintain. Compared to complex traditional feeding mechanisms, it reduces production costs and maintenance difficulty, offering high cost-effectiveness.

[0044] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A mechanism for separating hard material from film material, characterized by The utility model relates to a kind of vacuum adsorption platform and tray assembly, including: Adsorption platform (1), two-way negative pressure channel is equipped inside the adsorption platform (1) separately, and its mesa is distributed with multiple vacuum chuck (11), multiple vacuum chuck (11) are divided into two groups, a group of vacuum chuck (11) is communicated first-way negative pressure channel, another group of vacuum chuck (11) is communicated second-way negative pressure channel; Multiple gas connectors (3) are arranged in the side of the adsorption platform (1), part of gas connector (3) is communicated first-way negative pressure channel, and the remaining gas connector (3) is communicated second-way negative pressure channel; Tray assembly (2) can be adsorbed by one group of vacuum chuck (11) in the adsorption platform (1) so that the tray assembly (2) is seated in the adsorption platform (1); The tray assembly (2) includes: Tray body (22), the upward one side of the tray body (22) is provided as groove face, the outer edge of the groove face is formed as a closed structure face, and the area surrounded by the groove face is distributed with at least one boss, the upper end face of the boss is provided with a plurality of continuously distributed strip grooves (221), and the groove formed by the periphery of the boss is provided with a plurality of gas holes penetrating to the bottom surface of the tray body (22), and the plurality of gas holes are communicated with another group of vacuum chuck (11); Frame cover (21), cover is connected to the structure face and is limited.

2. The hard material and film material separating mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The strip groove (221) is corrugated structure groove.

3. The hard material and film material separating mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The tray body (22) is provided with a limiting structure to prevent the frame cover (21) from deviating.

4. The hard material and film material separating mechanism according to claim 3, wherein The limiting structure is a limiting block (23) installed on the side of the tray body (22).

5. The hard material and film material separating mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The connecting structure between the frame cover (21) and the structure face is magnetic attraction connection.

6. The hard material and film material separating mechanism according to claim 5, wherein The structure face is distributed with grooves, and each groove is embedded with a magnet, and the frame cover (21) can be magnetically attracted by the magnet.