Conveying structure for parts
By designing a parts conveying structure that includes a vibration base, a conveying track, a clamping plate, and a detection unit, the problems of low efficiency and insufficient detection in traditional conveying methods are solved. This enables orderly conveying, automatic detection, and positioning of parts, thereby improving production efficiency and equipment stability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-14
AI Technical Summary
Traditional parts conveying methods are inefficient, cannot detect surface defects, and are prone to defective products entering the production process. Furthermore, inaccurate positioning can lead to parts deformation or scratches, and reliance on manual operation results in a high defect rate.
The conveying structure, which includes a vibrating base, conveying track, pallet, detection unit and conveying suction head, enables orderly conveying, automatic detection and positioning of parts, reducing manual intervention.
It improves the stability and accuracy of parts conveying, reduces the defect rate, enhances inspection accuracy and production efficiency, and extends equipment life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical parts conveying technology, specifically a conveying structure for parts. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of industrial automated production, the transportation, inspection, and placement of parts are crucial links that directly affect production efficiency and product quality.
[0003] Traditional parts conveying methods also have several problems: They often use simple structures like vibratory feeders or conveyor belts, which, while able to transport parts in an orderly manner, cannot detect surface defects, leading to defective products entering the production process and affecting finished product quality and production efficiency. Furthermore, parts are typically positioned directly at the end of the vibratory feeder, making them susceptible to deformation or scratches due to excessive impact force, or inaccurate positioning that makes it difficult for subsequent processes to accurately grasp them, reducing processing precision and equipment stability. In addition, the connections between processes largely rely on manual operation, which is not only time-consuming but also prone to collision damage during handling and transfer, increasing the defect rate.
[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a conveying structure for parts to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] Based on the above, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a conveying structure for parts, so as to solve the problems of low conveying efficiency and poor quality control of traditional parts.
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a conveying structure for parts, comprising:
[0007] Workbench;
[0008] A recessed platform is formed on the surface of the worktable;
[0009] A conveying vibration unit is disposed on the bearing plane of the sinking platform. The conveying vibration unit is used to convey parts in an orderly manner. The conveying vibration unit includes a vibration base and a conveying track. The vibration base is disposed on the bearing plane of the sinking platform, and the conveying track is arranged on the top surface of the vibration base. The top of the conveying track is set as an open part, and the open part is connected to the internal channel of the conveying track.
[0010] A clamping plate, located at the top of the open portion, opens or closes along the open portion to clamp or release parts;
[0011] Mounting base, provided on the table surface of the workbench;
[0012] A detection unit, disposed on the side wall of the sinking platform, is used to perform visual inspection of parts on the conveying track; the detection unit includes a light source assembly and an image acquisition device, the light source assembly is installed on the side wall of the sinking platform, and the image acquisition device acquires images along the illumination position of the light source assembly;
[0013] A transfer suction head is disposed on the worktable and reciprocates between the pallet, the illumination position of the light source assembly, and the mounting base to transfer parts.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, it further includes an XZ-direction connecting assembly disposed between the worktable and the conveying suction head. The XZ-direction connecting assembly is used to drive the conveying suction head to reciprocate between the pallet, the illumination position of the light source assembly, and the mounting base to convey parts.
[0015] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, the XZ-direction connecting assembly includes an X-direction drive source, a Z-direction drive source, and a rotary drive source. The positioning end of the X-direction drive source is disposed on the top surface of the worktable, the Z-direction drive source is disposed on the driving end of the X-direction drive source, the rotary drive source is disposed on the driving end of the Z-direction drive source, and the conveying suction head is disposed on the rotary drive source.
[0016] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, the top surface of the worktable is provided with a chain belt, which connects the worktable to the drive end of the X-axis drive source.
[0017] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, it further includes a conveying part to a drive source, which is connected to the positioning end of the worktable and the X-axis drive source.
[0018] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, it further includes a guide assembly disposed on the top surface of the worktable, the guide assembly being used to guide the X-axis drive source to slide along the conveying part direction.
[0019] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, the guiding assembly includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is positioned on the top surface of the worktable, the slider is slidably disposed on the guide rail, and the positioning end of the X-axis drive source is positioned on the slider.
[0020] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, the front end and rear end of the pallet are respectively provided with a front opening and a rear opening, which are used to avoid interference between front and rear parts.
[0021] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, it further includes an adjustment component disposed between the vibration base and the clamping plate, the adjustment component being used to adjust the extension distance of the clamping plate.
[0022] As a preferred embodiment of a conveying structure for parts, the adjustment assembly includes a guide rod and a guide block. The guide rod is positioned on the vibration base, the guide block is slidably disposed on the guide rod, the guide rod and the guide block are connected by fasteners, and the clamping plate is disposed on the guide block.
[0023] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting up a conveying vibration unit, the orderly conveying of parts is achieved through the synergistic effect of the vibration base and the conveying track, effectively improving the stability and accuracy of the conveying. The open portion of the conveying track is equipped with a clamping plate that can open or close, flexibly clamping or releasing parts, facilitating part positioning and release. The detection unit, composed of a light source assembly and an image acquisition unit, provides sufficient and uniform illumination to the parts at the detection station, ensuring clear and reliable image acquisition and timely identification of part defects or assembly abnormalities. The reciprocating movement of the transfer suction head between the clamping plate, the detection area, and the mounting base achieves fully automated connection of the entire process of part conveying, detection, and placement, reducing manual intervention and improving handling efficiency. Furthermore, the recessed platform structure on the workbench effectively utilizes the equipment space and prevents large particles or liquids from splashing onto key components such as the conveying vibration unit, ensuring stable equipment operation and extending service life. Simultaneously, the recessed platform reduces interference from ambient light on the light source assembly, allowing the light to act more concentrated and stably on the part surface, further improving the accuracy and reliability of product quality inspection. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure in the first direction of a conveying structure for parts provided by this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the overall structure in the second direction of a conveying structure for parts provided by this utility model;
[0026] Figure 3 A top view of a parts conveying structure provided by this utility model;
[0027] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the vibrating base in a conveying structure for parts provided by this utility model;
[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part A in the diagram.
[0029] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:
[0030] 1. Workbench; 2. Sinking platform; 3. Conveying vibration unit;
[0031] 4. Vibration base; 401. Vibration plate; 402. Straight vibrator;
[0032] 5. Conveyor track; 6. Pallet; 7. Front opening; 8. Rear opening;
[0033] 9. Adjustment component; 901. Guide rod; 902. Guide block;
[0034] 10. Mounting base; 11. Detection unit;
[0035] 12. Light source assembly; 1201. Aperture; 1202. Reflector;
[0036] 13. Image acquisition device; 14. Transfer suction head;
[0037] 15. XZ-axis connection component; 1501. X-axis drive source; 1502. Z-axis drive source; 1503. Rotation drive source; 1504. Y-axis drive source;
[0038] 16. Guide assembly; 1601. Guide rail; 1602. Slider;
[0039] 17. Chain belt. Detailed Implementation
[0040] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.
[0041] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction 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.
[0042] 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.
[0043] In the description of this embodiment, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0044] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used merely for descriptive distinction and have no specific meaning.
[0045] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1-5 As shown, a conveying structure for parts is provided, including: a worktable 1, a sink 2, a conveying vibration unit 3, a clamping plate 6, a mounting base 10, a detection unit 11, and a conveying suction head 14. A sinking platform 2 is formed on the surface of the workbench 1; a conveying vibration unit 3 is set on the bearing plane of the sinking platform 2, and the conveying vibration unit 3 is used to convey parts in an orderly manner; the conveying vibration unit 3 includes a vibration base 4 and a conveying track 5. The vibration base 4 is set on the bearing plane of the sinking platform 2, and the conveying track 5 is arranged on the top surface of the vibration base 4. The top of the conveying track 5 is set as an open part, and the open part is connected to the internal channel of the conveying track 5; a clamping plate 6 is set on the top of the open part and moves open or close along the open part to clamp or release parts; a mounting base 10 is set on the surface of the workbench 1; a detection unit 11 is set on the side wall of the sinking platform 2 and is used to perform visual inspection on the parts on the conveying track 5; the detection unit 11 includes a light source assembly 12 and an image acquisition device 13. The light source assembly 12 is installed on the side wall of the sinking platform 2, and the image acquisition device 13 acquires images along the illumination position of the light source assembly 12; a conveying suction head 14 is set on the workbench 1 and moves back and forth between the clamping plate 6, the illumination position of the light source assembly 12 and the mounting base 10 to convey parts.
[0046] The part conveying structure provided by this utility model, through the setting of a conveying vibration unit 3 and the synergistic action of the vibration base 4 and the conveying track 5, achieves orderly conveying of parts, effectively improving the stability and accuracy of conveying. The open portion of the conveying track 5 is equipped with a clamping plate 6 that can open or close, flexibly clamping or releasing parts, facilitating part positioning and release. The detection unit 11, composed of a light source assembly 12 and an image acquisition device 13, provides sufficient and uniform illumination for the parts at the detection station, ensuring clear and reliable image acquisition and timely identification of part defects or assembly abnormalities. The transfer suction head 14 reciprocates between the clamping plate 6, the detection area, and the mounting base 10, achieving fully automated connection of the part conveying, detection, and placement process, reducing manual intervention and improving handling efficiency. Furthermore, the recessed platform 2 structure on the workbench 1 effectively utilizes the equipment space and prevents large external particles or liquids from splashing onto key components such as the conveying vibration unit 3, ensuring stable equipment operation and extending service life. Meanwhile, the sinking platform 2 can reduce the interference of ambient light on the light source component 12, so that the light can be more concentrated and stable on the surface of the parts, further improving the accuracy and reliability of product quality inspection.
[0047] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the vibration base 4 can be composed of a vibratory plate 401 and a straight vibrator 402, and the conveying track 5 is the conveying channel of the straight vibrator 402, so as to realize efficient and stable conveying of parts.
[0048] Among them, the clamping plate 6 can be opened or closed by a cylinder to achieve rapid and accurate clamping and release of parts.
[0049] Preferably, the front and rear ends of the pallet 6 are provided with a front opening 7 and a rear opening 8, respectively. The front opening 7 and the rear opening 8 are used to avoid interference between front and rear parts, ensure smooth and orderly part conveying, and improve conveying efficiency and the accuracy of inspection and handling. The front opening 7 and the rear opening 8 reduce collision and friction between parts, avoid surface scratches and deformation damage, ensure the integrity of parts, and improve yield and product quality.
[0050] The conveying structure used for this part also includes an adjustment component 9, which is located between the vibrating base 4 and the clamping plate 6. The adjustment component 9 is used to adjust the extension distance of the clamping plate 6. By flexibly adapting the size of the part to the adjustment component 9, it is possible to avoid the clamping plate 6 being too tight and damaging the surface of the part, and also to prevent the part from shifting due to being too loose, thus ensuring the quality of the part and the stability of the conveying in all aspects.
[0051] Specifically, the adjustment assembly 9 includes a guide rod 901 and a guide block 902. The guide rod 901 is positioned on the vibration base 4, and the guide block 902 is slidably mounted on the guide rod 901. The guide rod 901 and the guide block 902 are connected by fasteners, and a clamping plate 6 is located on the guide block 902. The guide rod 901 and the guide block 902 can precisely adjust the clamping plate 6 according to the arrangement size of the parts, avoiding excessive compression or loosening and displacement, reducing the risk of wear and deformation of the parts, ensuring orderly transportation of each part, and maintaining good condition in the transportation, inspection, and other stages.
[0052] In this embodiment, the cylinder is fixed on the guide block 902, and the clamping plate 6 is located at the driving end of the cylinder. The adjustment assembly 9 of this utility model adjusts the guide block 902 in the following steps: loosen the fasteners between the guide rod 901 and the guide block 902 so that the guide block 902 can slide freely on the guide rod 901; according to the size and arrangement requirements of the parts to be conveyed, manually or with the help of measuring tools, slide the guide block 902 along the guide rod 901 to a suitable position to accurately adjust the initial position of the clamping plate 6; after the position adjustment is completed, tighten the fasteners (screws) to firmly fix the guide block 902 in the set position of the guide rod 901, ensuring that the position of the clamping plate 6 is stable and without displacement when the cylinder drives the clamping plate 6 to open or close.
[0053] The conveying structure used for this part also includes an XZ-direction connecting assembly 15, which is disposed between the worktable 1 and the transfer suction head 14. The XZ-direction connecting assembly 15 is used to drive the transfer suction head 14 to reciprocate between the pallet 6, the illumination position of the light source assembly 12, and the mounting base 10 to transport the part. The XZ-direction connecting assembly 15 precisely drives the transfer suction head 14, realizing fast and accurate transport of parts, effectively improving production efficiency and quality.
[0054] The XZ-direction connection assembly 15 includes an X-direction drive source 1501 (such as a slide), a Z-direction drive source 1502 (such as a cylinder), and a rotary drive source 1503 (such as a cylinder). The positioning end of the X-direction drive source 1501 is located on the top surface of the worktable 1. The Z-direction drive source 1502 is located at the driving end of the X-direction drive source 1501, the rotary drive source 1503 is located at the driving end of the Z-direction drive source 1502, and the transfer suction head 14 is located at the rotary drive source 1503. The combination of the X, Z-direction and rotary drive sources 1503 enables the transfer suction head 14 to achieve multi-dimensional flexible movement and rotation, accurately adapt to each workstation, efficiently transfer parts, and improve production flexibility and efficiency.
[0055] Preferably, the top surface of the worktable 1 is provided with a chain belt 17, which connects the worktable 1 to the drive end of the X-axis drive source 1501. The chain belt 17 connects the worktable 1 to the drive end of the X-axis drive source 1501, which can transmit power smoothly and accurately, ensuring the smoothness and stability of parts handling.
[0056] The conveying structure used for this part also includes a Y-axis drive source 1504 (such as a cylinder), which is connected to the positioning end of the worktable 1 and the X-axis drive source 1501. The Y-axis drive source 1504 enables the conveying suction head 14 to have displacement capability in the Y-axis direction, expands its working space, can flexibly adapt to different layout workstations, and comprehensively improves the efficiency of part handling.
[0057] The conveying structure used for this part also includes a guide assembly 16, which is disposed on the top surface of the worktable 1. The guide assembly 16 is used to guide the X-axis drive source 1501 to slide along the Y-axis. The guide assembly 16 provides precise guidance for the Y-axis sliding of the X-axis drive source 1501, ensuring its smooth operation, accurate positioning, and reducing deviation.
[0058] Specifically, the guide assembly 16 includes a guide rail 1601 and a slider 1602. The guide rail 1601 is positioned on the top surface of the worktable 1, and the slider 1602 is slidably mounted on the guide rail 1601. The positioning end of the X-axis drive source 1501 is positioned on the slider 1602. The guide rail 1601 and the slider 1602 provide stable guidance for the X-axis drive source 1501, reducing running friction and shaking, ensuring precise and smooth sliding along the Y-axis, and ensuring accurate, stable, and efficient part handling path.
[0059] Preferably, the light source assembly 12 includes an aperture 1201 and a reflector 1202, and the image acquisition unit 13 is composed of a camera. When the transport head 14 moves directly above the aperture 1201, the reflective surface of the reflector 1202 is perpendicular to the part, and the camera is set directly above the aperture 1201 and at a specific angle (such as 45°-60°) to the reflective surface of the reflector 1202. This effectively captures the details of the part surface illuminated by the uniformly reflected light from the reflector 1202, while avoiding glare interference from direct light, ensuring the acquisition of high-definition, shadow-free part images.
[0060] The working process provided by this utility model is as follows: the part is placed on the vibration base 4 of the conveying vibration unit 3, and is conveyed in an orderly manner along the open part of the conveying track 5 through the coordinated action of the vibration plate 401 and the straight vibrator 402; the clamping plate 6 is driven by the cylinder to open or close in the open part to accurately clamp the part; the conveying suction head 14 is driven by the XZ direction connecting component 15, the Y direction driving source 1504 and the guide component 16 to move and rotate flexibly in the X, Y and Z directions, pick up the part from the clamping plate 6, and transport it to the light source component 12 for light position detection. The light source component 12 of the detection unit 11 provides uniform light, and the camera completes visual inspection by acquiring the image of the part; then it is placed on the mounting base 10.
[0061] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to a preferred embodiment, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall fall within the scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A conveying structure for parts, characterized in that, include: Workbench; A recessed platform is formed on the surface of the worktable; A conveying vibration unit is disposed on the bearing plane of the sinking platform. The conveying vibration unit is used to convey parts in an orderly manner. The conveying vibration unit includes a vibration base and a conveying track. The vibration base is disposed on the bearing plane of the sinking platform, and the conveying track is arranged on the top surface of the vibration base. The top of the conveying track is set as an open part, and the open part is connected to the internal channel of the conveying track. A clamping plate, located at the top of the open portion, opens or closes along the open portion to clamp or release parts; Mounting base, provided on the table surface of the workbench; A detection unit, disposed on the side wall of the sinking platform, is used to perform visual inspection of parts on the conveying track; the detection unit includes a light source assembly and an image acquisition device, the light source assembly is installed on the side wall of the sinking platform, and the image acquisition device acquires images along the illumination position of the light source assembly; A transfer suction head is disposed on the worktable and reciprocates between the pallet, the illumination position of the light source assembly, and the mounting base to transfer parts.
2. The conveying structure for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an XZ-direction connecting component, which is disposed between the worktable and the transfer suction head. The XZ-direction connecting component is used to drive the transfer suction head to reciprocate between the card plate, the illumination position of the light source component and the mounting base to transfer parts.
3. The conveying structure for parts according to claim 2, characterized in that, The XZ-direction connection assembly includes an X-direction drive source, a Z-direction drive source, and a rotary drive source. The positioning end of the X-direction drive source is disposed on the top surface of the worktable. The Z-direction drive source is disposed on the driving end of the X-direction drive source. The rotary drive source is disposed on the driving end of the Z-direction drive source. The conveying suction head is disposed on the rotary drive source.
4. The conveying structure for parts according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top surface of the workbench is provided with a chain belt, which connects the workbench to the drive end of the X-axis drive source.
5. A conveying structure for parts according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, It also includes a part conveying drive source, which is connected to the positioning end of the worktable and the X-axis drive source.
6. The conveying structure for a part according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a guide assembly disposed on the top surface of the worktable, the guide assembly being used to guide the X-axis drive source to slide along the direction of the conveying part.
7. A conveying structure for parts according to claim 6, characterized in that, The guiding component includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is positioned on the top surface of the worktable, and the slider is slidably disposed on the guide rail. The positioning end of the X-axis drive source is positioned on the slider.
8. A conveying structure for parts according to any one of claims 1-4, 6, or 7, characterized in that, The front and rear ends of the card plate are respectively provided with a front opening and a rear opening, which are used to avoid interference between the front and rear parts.
9. A conveying structure for parts according to any one of claims 1-4, 6, or 7, characterized in that, It also includes an adjustment component disposed between the vibration base and the card plate, the adjustment component being used to adjust the extension and retraction distance of the card plate.
10. A conveying structure for parts according to claim 9, characterized in that, The adjustment assembly includes a guide rod and a guide block. The guide rod is positioned on the vibration base, and the guide block is slidably mounted on the guide rod. The guide rod and the guide block are connected by fasteners, and the clamping plate is located on the guide block.