Turret type vacuum carrying device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of mechanical transportation, in particular to a turret type vacuum carrying device, which comprises a main turntable and a vacuum tube, the main turntable can rotate around the axial direction of the main turntable, N groups of support cups and adsorption pieces in one-to-one correspondence are arranged on the main turntable, the support cups are used for placing materials, and the adsorption pieces can move along the vertical direction relative to the main turntable. The adsorption parts are configured in the mode that when the main rotary disc rotates in the first direction, the adsorption parts rotating to the first area communicate with the vacuum pipe to adsorb materials and ascend in the vertical direction, the adsorption parts rotating to the second area do not communicate with the vacuum pipe to loosen the materials and descend in the vertical direction, and N is a positive integer larger than 1. According to the turret type vacuum carrying device, the transportation efficiency can be improved, the consistency of positions before each time of carrying is guaranteed, the transportation accuracy is improved, and materials are prevented from being damaged in the transportation process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical transportation technology, and in particular to a turret-type vacuum handling device. Background Technology

[0002] In the battery manufacturing process, the efficiency of material and intermediate material transportation directly affects the overall production efficiency. In existing technologies, handling devices are usually linear reciprocating transport, which has low handling efficiency and low handling accuracy, and cannot guarantee the consistency, accuracy, and repeatability of the position before each transport. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a turret-type vacuum handling device that can improve handling efficiency and accuracy.

[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A turret-type vacuum handling device is provided, comprising a main turntable and a vacuum tube. The main turntable is rotatable about its own axis. The main turntable is provided with N sets of corresponding cups and adsorption elements. The cups are used to hold materials, and the adsorption elements are movable vertically relative to the main turntable. The adsorption elements are configured such that when the main turntable rotates in a first direction, the adsorption element rotating to a first region is connected to the vacuum tube to adsorb the material and rises vertically, and the adsorption element rotating to a second region is not connected to the vacuum tube to release the material and descends vertically. N is a positive integer greater than 1.

[0006] Optionally, it also includes a fixed disk and a rotating disk that are sealed together. The rotating disk rotates synchronously with the main rotating disk. The fixed disk has a vacuum groove on its end face facing the rotating disk. The bottom of the vacuum groove has a connecting hole. The other end of the connecting hole is connected to the vacuum tube. The rotating disk has N through holes on its end face facing the fixed disk. The other ends of the N through holes are respectively connected to the N adsorption holes on the adsorption element. The adsorption holes are used for vacuum adsorption of the material. The through holes corresponding to the adsorption element located in the first region are connected to the vacuum groove. The through holes corresponding to the adsorption element located in the second region are not connected to the vacuum groove.

[0007] Optionally, it also includes a mounting bracket for supporting the mounting plate.

[0008] Optionally, it also includes a fixing member and N rolling bearings. The fixing member has an annular surface, which is arranged around the axial direction of the main turntable. The height of the annular surface is not uniform. Each adsorption member is connected to the inner ring of one of the rolling bearings, and the outer ring of each rolling bearing rolls with the annular surface so that the adsorption member can move relative to the main turntable in the vertical direction.

[0009] Optionally, it also includes N connecting rods, one end of each connecting rod is connected to one of the adsorption components, and the other end is connected to the inner ring of one of the rolling bearings, with the N connecting rods corresponding one-to-one with the N adsorption components and the N rolling bearings.

[0010] Optionally, it also includes N elastic elements, each corresponding to one of the N connecting rods, and the elastic elements have a tendency to cause the rolling bearing to abut against the annular surface.

[0011] Optionally, the connecting rod passes through a first hole on the main turntable, and a first linear bearing is sleeved on the connecting rod. The inner wall of the first linear bearing is connected to the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the first linear bearing is connected to the main turntable.

[0012] Optionally, it also includes a reinforcing plate, which is disposed between the main turntable and the rolling bearing. The reinforcing plate rotates synchronously with the main turntable. A second hole is provided on the reinforcing plate, and the connecting rod passes through the second hole.

[0013] Optionally, a second linear bearing is sleeved on the connecting rod, the inner wall of the second linear bearing is connected to the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the second linear bearing is connected to the reinforcing plate.

[0014] Optionally, the adsorption element is further provided with a magnetic block, which is used to magnetically attract the material.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] This invention provides a turret-type vacuum handling device, including a main turntable and a vacuum tube. The main turntable can rotate around its own axis. N sets of corresponding cups and adsorption elements are arranged on the main turntable. The cups are used to hold materials, and the adsorption elements can move vertically relative to the main turntable. The adsorption elements are configured such that when the main turntable rotates in a first direction, the adsorption element rotating to the first region is connected to the vacuum tube to adsorb materials and rises vertically; when rotating to the second region, the adsorption element is not connected to the vacuum tube to release the materials and descends vertically. N is a positive integer greater than 1. During the rotation of the main turntable in the first direction, the adsorption element first adsorbs materials and lifts them up, causing them to detach from the cups. Then, as the turntable continues to rotate to the second region, the adsorption element releases the materials to unload them. At this point, the downstream device clamps the materials, completing the transfer of materials from the first region to the second region. Subsequently, the adsorption element descends back to its original position, allowing for the next round of material adsorption and transfer. By transferring N adsorption elements simultaneously, transportation efficiency can be improved. Furthermore, the rotating transportation method of this turret-type vacuum handling device can ensure the consistency of the position before each transfer, improve the accuracy of transportation, and avoid damage to materials during transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the turret-type vacuum conveying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed disk provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is an assembly diagram of the adsorption component and related accessories provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0020] In the picture:

[0021] 1. Main turntable; 2. Driven gear; 3. Cup holder;

[0022] 4. Adsorption element; 41. Adsorption hole; 42. Magnetic block;

[0023] 5. Fixed plate; 51. Vacuum chamber; 52. Connecting hole;

[0024] 6. Rotating disc; 7. Fixture;

[0025] 8. Fastener; 81. Annular surface;

[0026] 9. Rolling bearing; 10. First connecting rod; 11. Second connecting rod; 12. First spring; 13. Second spring; 14. First linear bearing; 15. Reinforcing plate; 16. Second linear bearing; 17. Connecting component. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely for explaining this utility model and not for limiting it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to this utility model are shown in the drawings, not all of them.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections or detachable connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0030] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the turret-type vacuum handling device of this embodiment includes a main turntable 1 and a vacuum tube. The main turntable 1 can rotate around its own axis. The main turntable 1 is provided with N sets of corresponding cups 3 and adsorption elements 4. The cups 3 are used to place materials. The adsorption elements 4 can move vertically relative to the main turntable 1. The adsorption elements 4 are configured such that when the main turntable 1 rotates in the first direction, the adsorption elements 4 that rotate to the first region are connected to the vacuum tube to adsorb materials and rise vertically. When the adsorption elements 4 rotate to the second region, they are not connected to the vacuum tube to release materials and fall vertically. N is a positive integer greater than 1.

[0031] As the main turntable 1 rotates in the first direction, the adsorption element 4 first adsorbs the material and lifts it up, causing it to detach from the support cup 3. Then, as it continues to rotate into the second area, the adsorption element 4 releases the material to unload it. At this point, the downstream device clamps the material, completing the transfer from the first area to the second area. Subsequently, the adsorption element 4 descends back to its original position, allowing for the next round of material adsorption and transfer. The simultaneous transfer of N adsorption elements 4 improves transportation efficiency. Furthermore, the rotating transport method of this turret-type vacuum handling device ensures consistency in the pre-transfer position, improving transport accuracy and preventing material damage during transport. Compared to clamping materials, the adsorption method of the adsorption element 4 further avoids material damage, enhancing transport safety.

[0032] Optionally, in this embodiment, the value of N is 6. Of course, in other embodiments, the value of N can also be set to 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9 or other larger positive integers, which can be set according to actual needs.

[0033] Optionally, N sets of corresponding cups 3 and adsorption elements 4 are evenly spaced along the circumferential interval of the main turntable 1.

[0034] To enable the adsorption element 4, when rotating to the first region, to connect to the vacuum tube for adsorption of material, and the adsorption element 4, when rotating to the second region, to disconnect from the vacuum tube for release of material, the turret-type vacuum conveying device may optionally include a fixed disk 5 and a rotating disk 6 that are sealed together. The rotating disk 6 rotates synchronously with the main rotating disk 1, while the fixed disk 5 does not rotate with the main rotating disk 1; that is, the fixed disk 5 and the rotating disk 6 rotate relative to each other. Both the fixed disk 5 and the rotating disk 6 are discs to ensure that they remain sealed together during relative rotation.

[0035] like Figure 2As shown, a vacuum groove 51 is formed on the end face of the fixed disk 5 facing the rotating disk 6. A connecting hole 52 is formed at the bottom of the vacuum groove 51, and the other end of the connecting hole 52 is connected to a vacuum tube. N through holes are formed on the end face of the rotating disk 6 facing the fixed disk 5. The other ends of the N through holes are respectively connected to the adsorption holes 41 on the N adsorption elements 4. The adsorption holes 41 are used for vacuum adsorption of materials. Optionally, the other ends of the through holes are all located on the side wall of the rotating disk 6, and the openings of the other ends of the N through holes are evenly spaced on the side wall of the rotating disk 6. Optionally, a vacuum channel is formed inside the adsorption element 4. One end of the vacuum channel is connected to the adsorption hole 41, which faces the material. The other end of the vacuum channel faces the center of the main rotating disk 1. An interface is provided at this opening, and this interface is connected to the other end opening of the through hole on the rotating disk 6 through a pipe. Since the rotating disk 6 is located above the main rotating disk 1 and is coaxially arranged with the main rotating disk 1, the openings of each through hole correspond to each interface, simplifying the arrangement of the pipes. The through hole corresponding to the adsorbent 4 located in the first region is connected to the vacuum tank 51, so that the adsorbent 4 rotated to the first region can vacuum adsorb materials. The through hole corresponding to the adsorbent 4 located in the second region is not connected to the vacuum tank 51, so that the adsorbent 4 rotated to the second region has no vacuum adsorption capability for materials.

[0036] When the material is metal, to further enhance the adsorption capacity of the adsorption element 4, optionally, a magnetic block 42 is also provided on the adsorption element 4. The magnetic block 42 is used to magnetically attract the material. In this embodiment, the material is the casing of a cylindrical battery. Optionally, the adsorption surface of the adsorption element 4 is curved to fit the side wall of the casing.

[0037] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum conveying device further includes a fixing frame 7, which supports the fixing disk 5 and prevents the fixing disk 5 from shaking, causing gaps between the fixing disk 5 and the rotating disk 6, thus affecting the vacuum adsorption capacity of the adsorption element 4. Optionally, in this embodiment, the fixing frame 7 includes a frame body and a connecting shaft connected to the top of the fixing disk 5.

[0038] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum conveying device further includes a fixing member 8 and N rolling bearings 9. The fixing member 8 has an annular surface 81, which is arranged around the axial direction of the main turntable 1. The height of the annular surface 81 is inconsistent along the vertical direction. Each adsorption element 4 is connected to the inner ring of a rolling bearing 9, and the outer ring of each rolling bearing 9 rolls into contact with the annular surface 81, so that the adsorption element 4 can move vertically relative to the main turntable 1. When the rolling bearing 9 rolls to the lower slope section of the annular surface 81, the adsorption element 4 will descend accordingly; when the rolling bearing 9 rolls to the upper slope section of the annular surface 81, the adsorption element 4 will rise accordingly.

[0039] Optionally, in this embodiment, the fixing member 8 is a cylindrical wall structure with a rolling groove. The annular surface 81 is the lower sidewall of the rolling groove, and the upper sidewall of the rolling groove can restrict the rolling bearing 9 from disengaging from the annular surface 81 to a certain extent.

[0040] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum handling device further includes N connecting rods. One end of each connecting rod is connected to an adsorption element 4, and the other end is connected to the inner ring of a rolling bearing 9. The N connecting rods correspond one-to-one with the N adsorption elements 4 and the N rolling bearings 9. Optionally, each connecting rod includes a first connecting rod 10 and a second connecting rod 11. One end of both the first connecting rod 10 and the second connecting rod 11 is connected to the adsorption element 4, and the other end is connected to the inner ring of the rolling bearing 9 through a connecting member 17, thereby enhancing the support stability of the adsorption element 4.

[0041] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum conveying device further includes N elastic elements, each corresponding to one of the N connecting rods. The elastic elements have a tendency to cause the rolling bearing 9 to abut against the annular surface 81. Each elastic element includes a first spring 12 and a second spring 13. The first spring 12 is sleeved on the first connecting rod 10, and the second spring 13 is sleeved on the second connecting rod 11. One end of both the first spring 12 and the second spring 13 abuts against the lower end face of the main turntable 1, and the other end abuts against the connecting member 17. Both the first spring 12 and the second spring 13 have an elongation tendency, ensuring that the rolling bearing 9 is abutted against the annular surface 81.

[0042] Optionally, the connecting rod passes through the first hole on the main turntable 1, and a first linear bearing 14 is sleeved on the connecting rod. The inner wall of the first linear bearing 14 is connected to the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the first linear bearing 14 is connected to the main turntable 1, so as to further ensure the stability of the lifting and lowering of the connecting rod. The first connecting rod 10 and the second connecting rod 11 are both provided with the first linear bearing 14.

[0043] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum handling device further includes a reinforcing plate 15, which is disposed between the main turntable 1 and the rolling bearing 9. The reinforcing plate 15 rotates synchronously with the main turntable 1. A second hole is provided on the reinforcing plate 15, through which the connecting rod passes. Optionally, a second linear bearing 16 is sleeved on the connecting rod. The inner wall of the second linear bearing 16 is connected to the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the second linear bearing 16 is connected to the reinforcing plate 15, to further enhance the stability of the connecting rod's lifting and lowering. The first connecting rod 10 and the second connecting rod 11 are both provided with second linear bearings 16.

[0044] Optionally, the turret-type vacuum handling device also includes a driven gear 2, which is connected to the driving gear of other drive structures. The driven gear 2 is connected to the main turntable 1, the reinforcing plate 15, and the rotating plate 6 through a through shaft to ensure the synchronous rotation of the main turntable 1, the reinforcing plate 15, and the rotating plate 6, while the fixed plate 5 and the fixing member 8 do not rotate.

[0045] The working process of this turret-type vacuum handling device is as follows: The driven gear 2 rotates, driving the main turntable 1 and the rotating disk 6 to rotate in the first direction. When the adsorption element 4 enters the first area, its adsorption hole 41 is connected to the vacuum tube, and the adsorption element 4 adsorbs the material. As the main turntable 1 rotates further, the adsorption element 4 moves upward with the rolling bearing 9, and drives the material to rise, causing the material to detach from the cup 3. Then, as the main turntable 1 rotates further, the adsorption element 4 enters the second area, and its adsorption hole 41 disconnects from the vacuum tube. The adsorption element 4 releases the material to unload it. At this time, the downstream device clamps the material, completing the transfer of the material from the first area to the second area. Subsequently, the adsorption element 4 descends and returns to its original position with the rolling bearing 9, and the next round of material adsorption and transfer can begin.

[0046] This turret-type vacuum handling device can quickly and accurately transport steel shells. The turret design allows for highly precise control of the transport motion, ensuring the position and orientation of the material during transport. Furthermore, its compact design allows for complex transport tasks within limited space, without requiring excessive footprint. The vacuum negative pressure method also prevents damage to materials caused by mechanical clamping during transport, achieving high-quality, high-precision, and high-efficiency material handling.

[0047] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A turret vacuum handling device, characterized by, The application relates to a main rotating disc (1) and a vacuum pipe, the main rotating disc (1) can rotate around its own axis, N groups of one-to-one corresponding cup holders (3) and suction accessories (4) are arranged on the main rotating disc (1), the cup holders (3) are used for placing materials, the suction accessories (4) can move along the vertical direction relative to the main rotating disc (1), when the main rotating disc (1) rotates along a first direction, the suction accessories (4) rotating to a first area are connected with the vacuum pipe to suck the materials, and the suction accessories (4) rotating to a second area are not connected with the vacuum pipe to release the materials, and the suction accessories (4) rotating to the second area descend along the vertical direction, and N is a positive integer greater than 1.

2. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 1, wherein, The application further comprises a sealingly butted fixed disc (5) and a rotating disc (6), the rotating disc (6) rotates synchronously with the main rotating disc (1), a vacuum groove (51) is arranged on the end face of the fixed disc (5) facing the rotating disc (6), a communication hole (52) is arranged on the groove bottom of the vacuum groove (51), the other end of the communication hole (52) is connected with the vacuum pipe, N through holes are arranged on the end face of the rotating disc (6) facing the fixed disc (5), the other ends of the N through holes are respectively connected with N suction holes (41) on the suction accessories (4), the suction holes (41) are used for vacuum suction of the materials, the through hole corresponding to the suction accessory (4) located in the first area is connected with the vacuum groove (51), and the through hole corresponding to the suction accessory (4) located in the second area is not connected with the vacuum groove (51).

3. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 2, wherein, The application further comprises a fixing frame (7) for supporting the fixed disc (5).

4. A turntable vacuum handling device according to any of claims 1-3, characterized in that The application further comprises a fixing member (8) and N rolling bearings (9), the fixing member (8) has an annular surface (81), the annular surface (81) is arranged around the axis of the main rotating disc (1) along the vertical direction, the height of the annular surface (81) is inconsistent, each suction accessory (4) is connected with the inner ring of one rolling bearing (9), and the outer ring of each rolling bearing (9) is in rolling connection with the annular surface (81), so that the suction accessory (4) can move along the vertical direction relative to the main rotating disc (1).

5. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 4, wherein, The application further comprises N connecting rods, one end of each connecting rod is connected with one suction accessory (4), and the other end of each connecting rod is connected with the inner ring of one rolling bearing (9), and the N connecting rods are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the N suction accessories (4) and the N rolling bearings (9).

6. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 5, wherein, The application further comprises N elastic members arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the N connecting rods, and the elastic members have a tendency of abutting the rolling bearings (9) against the annular surface (81).

7. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 5, wherein, The connecting rod passes through a first hole on the main rotating disc (1), a first linear bearing (14) is arranged on the connecting rod, the inner wall of the first linear bearing (14) is connected with the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the first linear bearing (14) is connected with the main rotating disc (1).

8. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 5, wherein, Also include a reinforcing disc (15), the reinforcing disc (15) is arranged between the main rotating disc (1) and the rolling bearing (9), the reinforcing disc (15) rotates synchronously with the main rotating disc (1), the reinforcing disc (15) is provided with a second hole, the connecting rod passes through the second hole.

9. The turntable vacuum handling device of claim 8, wherein, The connecting rod is provided with a second linear bearing (16), the inner wall of the second linear bearing (16) is connected to the connecting rod, and the outer wall of the second linear bearing (16) is connected to the reinforcing disc (15).

10. The turntable vacuum handling device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The suction accessory (4) is also provided with a magnetic suction block (42), and the magnetic suction block (42) is used for magnetically attracting the material.

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