Feeding device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a feeding device which comprises a stock bin, a material receiving table, a first material distributing assembly, a second material distributing assembly and a non-visual detection assembly. The stock bin and the receiving table are arranged at an interval, and the stock bin is provided with a storage space; the first material distributing assembly is arranged between the material bin and the material receiving table and comprises a first material distributing base and a first material distributing piece, the first material distributing piece is arranged on the first material distributing base in a vertically telescopic mode, the first material distributing base and the first material distributing piece jointly define a material distributing space, and the material distributing space is configured to be of a preset size so as to bear a single edge clamping strip. The first material distributing piece is suitable for lifting the edge clamping strip to the material receiving table; the second material distributing assembly is arranged in the material storage space; and the non-visual detection assembly is used for checking the edge clamping strip on the material receiving table. The requirement for the detection assembly is reduced, the non-visual detection assembly can confirm the edge clamping strip on the material receiving table, and the environmental adaptability and stability in the edge clamping strip feeding process are improved while the system cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of edge strip feeding technology, and in particular to a feeding device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, to prevent cathode plates from sticking together during use, clamping strips are typically installed along the edges of the cathode plates. To achieve efficient assembly of these clamping strips, production lines are generally equipped with specialized feeding devices to transport the strips to predetermined positions. Simultaneously, these feeding devices need to handle individual clamping strips, and to ensure accurate feeding, CCD vision inspection (charge-coupled device vision inspection component) is usually required to identify and position the clamping strips. However, CCD vision inspection is relatively expensive. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a feeding device that reduces costs.

[0004] A feeding device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a hopper and a receiving platform, the hopper and the receiving platform being spaced apart, the hopper having a storage space for storing edge strips; a first distributing component, the first distributing component being disposed between the hopper and the receiving platform, the first distributing component including a first distributing seat and a first distributing element, the first distributing element being vertically and retractably disposed on the first distributing seat, the first distributing seat and the first distributing element jointly defining a distributing space, the distributing space being configured with a preset size to support a single edge strip, the first distributing element being adapted to lift the edge strip to the receiving platform; a second distributing component, the second distributing component being vertically and retractably disposed in the storage space, the second distributing component being adapted to lift the edge strip to the distributing space; and a non-visual inspection component, the non-visual inspection component being used to inspect the edge strips on the receiving platform.

[0005] According to the feeding device of this utility model embodiment, the cooperation between the first feeding seat and the first feeding component, and the provision of the second feeding component to lift the clamping strip, allows a single clamping strip to enter the feeding space, reducing the need for the detection component. The non-visual detection component can complete the confirmation of the clamping strip on the docking platform, thereby reducing the investment in the overall equipment. While reducing the system cost, it improves the environmental adaptability and stability during the feeding process of the clamping strip.

[0006] In some embodiments, the top surface of the first material distribution seat is constructed as a first bearing platform, the first bearing platform is configured to extend obliquely upward relative to the first material distribution component, the height of the clamping strip is h, the width of the material distribution space is W1, and 0.6h≤W1≤h.

[0007] In some embodiments, the included angle between the first support platform and the first material distribution component is θ1, where 45°≤θ1≤75°.

[0008] In some embodiments, the top surface of the first material distribution component is configured as a first material distribution platform, which is configured to extend obliquely upward and in a direction away from the receiving platform.

[0009] In some embodiments, the second material distribution component is provided with a second material distribution platform, which is configured to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane. The elevation angle of the second material distribution platform is θ2, where 15°≤θ2≤45°, and the width of the second material distribution platform is W2, where 0.6h≤W2≤h.

[0010] In some embodiments, the second material distribution component includes a second material distribution element, the top surface of which is configured as a second material distribution platform. The first material distribution element and the second material distribution element are connected by a telescopic drive element to drive the first material distribution element and the second material distribution element to move together. Alternatively, the first material distribution component further includes a first drive element connected to the first material distribution element to drive the first material distribution element to move up and down. The second material distribution component includes a second drive element connected to the second material distribution element to drive the second material distribution element to move up and down.

[0011] In some embodiments, the feeding device further includes: a lifting and orientation component, which is vertically and retractably disposed on the receiving platform, and is used to connect the clamping strip and adjust the clamping strip to a preset posture; the non-visual inspection component includes: a first inspection element, which is disposed on the receiving platform and is used to inspect the clamping strip on the receiving platform; and a second inspection element, which is used to inspect the clamping strip on the lifting and orientation component.

[0012] In some embodiments, the clamping strip is provided with a positioning groove, and the lifting orientation assembly includes a positioning member adapted to be inserted into the positioning groove to position the clamping strip.

[0013] In some embodiments, the lifting and orienting assembly further includes: a telescopic member, which is vertically and retractably disposed on the receiving platform, and the telescopic member is provided with an orienting platform; a support plate, which is disposed on the telescopic member, and the positioning member is disposed on the support plate; wherein the included angle between the orienting platform and the support plate is an acute angle.

[0014] In some embodiments, the receiving platform is provided with a notch, and the telescopic member is movably disposed at the notch.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first dispensing seat is provided with a moving channel, and the first dispensing component is movably disposed within the moving channel.

[0016] In some embodiments, the feeding device further includes: a base, on which the hopper and the first dispensing seat are disposed, the first dispensing seat being adjacent to the hopper, and the first dispensing seat and the hopper together defining the storage space; and a control component, which is electrically connected to the first dispensing component, the second dispensing component, and the non-visual detection component.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a side view of the feeding device in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the edge strip structure in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a side view of the clamping strip in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of a section at point I;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding device in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section II in the middle;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of two clamping strips located on the second material distribution platform in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 8 This is the first posture of the clamping strip located on the directional platform in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 9 This is the second posture of the clamping strip located on the directional platform in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 10 This is posture three of the clamping strip located on the directional platform in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 100. Feeding device;

[0031] 10. Material hopper; 11. Material storage space;

[0032] 20. Receiving platform; 21. Notch; 30. First material distribution component; 31. First material distribution seat; 311. First support platform; 312. Moving channel; 32. First material distribution element; 321. First material distribution platform; 33. Material distribution space;

[0033] 40. Second material distribution assembly; 41. Second material distribution platform; 42. Second material distribution component; 421. Telescopic drive component;

[0034] 50. Non-visual inspection component; 51. First inspection component; 52. Second inspection component;

[0035] 60. Lifting and directional assembly; 61. Positioning component; 62. Telescopic component; 621. Orientation platform; 63. Support plate;

[0036] 70. Base; 200. Edge clamping strip; 201. Positioning groove; 202. Edge clamping groove. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0039] Furthermore, features specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the same feature, used to distinguish and describe features, without any order or distinction of importance.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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] The feeding device 100 for the edge strip of this utility model is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0043] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 According to an embodiment of the present utility model, a feeding device 100 includes: a hopper 10, a receiving platform 20, a first distributing component 30, a second distributing component 40, and a non-visual detection component 50.

[0044] A hopper 10 and a receiving platform 20 are spaced apart. The hopper 10 has a storage space 11 for storing clamping strips 200. A first dispensing component 30 is located between the hopper 10 and the receiving platform 20. The first dispensing component 30 includes a first dispensing seat 31 and a first dispensing element 32. The first dispensing element 32 is vertically extendable and retractable on the first dispensing seat 31. The first dispensing seat 31 and the first dispensing element 32 together define a dispensing space 33. The dispensing space 33 is configured with a preset size to support a single clamping strip 200. The first dispensing element 32 is adapted to lift the clamping strip 200 to the receiving platform 20. A second dispensing component 40 is vertically extendable and retractable in the storage space 11. The second dispensing component 40 is adapted to lift the clamping strip 200 to the dispensing space 33. A non-visual inspection component 50 is used to inspect the clamping strips 200 on the receiving platform 20.

[0045] The clamping strip 200 is installed on both sides of the cathode plate. It can be understood that in the electrolysis or electrowinning refining of non-ferrous metals such as copper, nickel, and cobalt, pure metal will be deposited on the cathode plate. The clamping strip 200 is installed on both sides of the cathode plate to prevent the electrolyte from contacting the edge of the cathode plate, avoid the deposition of metal ions on the edge of the cathode plate, and ensure that the metal deposited on both sides of the cathode plate during the electrolysis process will not stick together due to edge conductivity.

[0046] Specifically, the clamping strip 200 is provided with a positioning groove 201 and a clamping groove 202. The positioning groove 201 is suitable for loading movable parts to determine the posture of the clamping strip 200. The clamping groove 202 is used to clamp the edge of the cathode plate to fix it on the cathode plate. The positioning groove 201 and the clamping groove 202 are provided on opposite sides of the clamping strip 200. The side where the positioning groove 201 is located is wider than the side where the clamping groove 202 is located.

[0047] The hopper 10 is equipped with a storage space 11 for storing the edge strips 200. The second material distribution component 40 and the first material distribution component 30 work in sequence to transfer the edge strips 200 in the storage space 11 to the receiving platform 20. The first material distribution seat 31 and the first material distribution component 32 together define the material distribution space 33. The material distribution space 33 is configured with a preset size. Even if the second material distribution component 40 lifts multiple edge strips 200 to the material distribution space 33, the material distribution space 33 can only accommodate a single edge strip 200, so that the excess edge strips 200 will fall automatically. The first material distribution component 32 can lift a single edge strip 200 each time it rises.

[0048] The second material distribution component 40 is vertically extendable and retractable in the storage space 11. The top surface of the second material distribution component 40 automatically lifts the clamping strip 200, and the second material distribution component 40 drives the clamping strip 200 to rise. The material distribution space 33 receives a single clamping strip 200. The material distribution space 33 is jointly defined by the first material distribution seat 31 and the first material distribution component 32. The first material distribution component 32 is vertically extendable and retractable in the first material distribution seat 31. When the first material distribution seat 31 falls, the clamping strip 200 in the material distribution space 33 is transferred to the top surface of the first material distribution component 32. When the first material distribution component 32 rises, it drives the clamping strip 200 to rise and finally transfer it to the receiving platform 20. The non-visual inspection component 50 automatically detects the clamping strip 200 on the receiving platform 20 and completes the work of transferring a single clamping strip 200 from multiple clamping strips 200, preparing for the subsequent processes of the production line.

[0049] In related technologies, to prevent cathode plates from sticking together during use, clamping strips are typically installed along the edges of the cathode plates. To achieve efficient assembly of these clamping strips, production lines are generally equipped with specialized feeding devices to transport the strips to predetermined positions. Simultaneously, these feeding devices need to handle individual clamping strip feeding operations. To ensure accurate feeding, CCD vision inspection (charge-coupled device vision inspection component) is usually required to identify and position the clamping strips.

[0050] While CCD vision inspection technology can improve the accuracy of material feeding to some extent, it suffers from high costs, significantly increasing the overall equipment investment. Furthermore, CCD vision inspection is sensitive to ambient lighting conditions; in low-light environments (such as rainy days, stormy weather, or other sudden changes in lighting), recognition errors or detection failures are prone to occur, thus affecting the feeding efficiency and stability of the edge strips and reducing the overall reliability of the production line.

[0051] Therefore, how to improve the environmental adaptability and stability of the edge strip feeding process while reducing system costs has become an urgent problem to be solved in current related technologies.

[0052] In this embodiment of the utility model, by setting a first material distribution seat 31 and a first material distribution component 32, the first material distribution seat 31 and the first material distribution component 32 jointly define the material distribution space 33. At the same time, in conjunction with the second material distribution component 40, the second material distribution component 40 lifts the clamping strip 200 to the material distribution space 33. The material distribution space 33 is configured with a preset size and only carries a single clamping strip 200. When more than one clamping strip 200 is lifted up by the second material distribution component 40, it automatically falls down. The first material distribution component 32 automatically lifts a single clamping strip 200 to the receiving platform 20 in a single action. This reduces the need for detection devices, and the non-visual detection component 50 can complete the detection. This reduces the overall equipment investment and the environmental requirements. Even in low-light environments, the feeding device 100 of this utility model embodiment can still work reliably, improving feeding efficiency and stability, and improving the overall reliability of the production line operation.

[0053] Specifically, the non-visual detection component 50 can be a multimodal physical state sensing device that uses non-visual sensors to collaboratively detect the physical state of materials or equipment (such as position, pressure, vibration, contact force, etc.) and makes state determination based on data fusion, such as photoelectric sensors, ultrasonic sensors, pressure sensors, etc.; or, the non-visual detection component 50 can be an electromechanical coupling detection unit that combines mechanical structures and electronic sensing elements, and uses mechanical actions to trigger or feedback electrical signals to realize the dynamic detection of parameters such as material position and clamping force, such as a combination of mechanical blocks and sensors.

[0054] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the feeding device 100, through the cooperation of the first distributing seat 31 and the first distributing component 32, and the provision of the second distributing component 40 to lift the clamping strip 200, allows a single clamping strip 200 to enter the distributing space 33, reducing the need for the detection component. The non-visual detection component 50 can complete the confirmation of the clamping strip 200 on the docking platform 20, thereby reducing the overall equipment investment. While reducing system costs, it improves the environmental adaptability and stability of the clamping strip 200 during the feeding process.

[0055] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 In some embodiments, the top surface of the first material distribution seat 31 is constructed as a first bearing platform 311. The first bearing platform 311 is configured to extend obliquely upward relative to the first material distribution component 32. The height of the clamping strip 200 is h, and the width of the material distribution space 33 is W1, where 0.6h≤W1≤h.

[0056] The first bearing platform 311 is used to support the clamping strip 200. The first bearing platform 311 is the bottom surface of the material distribution space 33. The first bearing platform 311 is inclined upward relative to the first material distribution component 32. The clamping strip 200 on the first bearing platform 311 automatically slides down. The width of the material distribution space 33 is set within a certain range so that more than one clamping strip 200 automatically falls into the storage space.

[0057] In the above scheme, by configuring the first bearing platform 311 to extend obliquely upward relative to the first material distribution component 32, the clamping strip 200 on the first bearing platform 311 automatically slides down. Under the action of its own gravity, the clamping strip 200 slides down to the top surface of the first material distribution component 32, simplifying the overall structure. At the same time, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is set in the range of 0.6h to h, providing sufficient space for a single clamping strip 200, so that the size of the material distribution space 33 is adapted to a single clamping strip 200. The scheme is completed using a purely mechanical structure, which improves reliability.

[0058] Specifically, the width of the material distribution space 33 is the horizontal distance from the edge of the first bearing platform 311 to the first material distribution component 32.

[0059] Specifically, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.6h; or, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.7h; or, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.8h; or, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.9h; or, the width W1 of the material distribution space 33 is h.

[0060] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 In some embodiments, the included angle between the first bearing platform 311 and the first material distribution component 32 is θ1, where 45°≤θ1≤75°.

[0061] The first bearing platform 311 is configured to extend obliquely upward relative to the first material distribution component 32, and the included angle θ1 between the first bearing platform 311 and the first material distribution component 32 is set within the range of 45° to 75°. The clamping strip 200 on the first bearing platform 311 automatically falls to the top surface of the first material distribution component 32.

[0062] In the above scheme, by setting the included angle θ1 between the first bearing platform 311 and the first material distribution component 32 to be within the range of 45° to 75°, the tilt angle of the first bearing platform 311 allows the clamping strips 200 on the first bearing platform 311 to automatically fall to the top surface of the first material distribution component 32 under their own gravity, thus optimizing the structure. Furthermore, within the range of θ1 from 45° to 75°, more than one clamping strip 200 cannot remain in the material distribution space 33. Under the action of gravity, the excess clamping strips 200 automatically fall into the storage space 11, further optimizing the structure.

[0063] Specifically, the included angle θ1 between the first bearing platform 311 and the first material distribution component 32 is any value among 45°, 47°, 50°, 52°, 55°, 58°, 60°, 62°, 65°, 67°, 60°, 72°, and 75°.

[0064] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 In some embodiments, the top surface of the first material distribution component 32 is configured as a first material distribution platform 321, which is configured to extend obliquely upward and away from the receiving platform 20.

[0065] The first material distribution platform 321 is used to support the clamping strip 200. The first material distribution platform 321 is configured to extend obliquely upward and away from the receiving platform 20. After the first material distribution component 32 is raised, the clamping strip 200 on the first material distribution platform 321 automatically falls onto the receiving platform 20.

[0066] In the above scheme, by configuring the first material distribution platform 321 to extend obliquely upward and away from the receiving platform 20, the clamping strip 200 on the first material distribution platform 321 automatically falls onto the receiving platform 20, without the need for a separate device to push the clamping strip 200 to move, thereby optimizing and simplifying the overall structure.

[0067] Specifically, the first material distribution platform 321 extends diagonally forward, and the receiving platform 20 is located behind the first material distribution component 32.

[0068] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 4 In some embodiments, the second material distribution component 40 is provided with a second material distribution platform 41, which is configured to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane. The elevation angle of the second material distribution platform 41 is θ2, 15°≤θ2≤45°, and the width of the second material distribution platform 41 is W2, 0.6h≤W2≤h.

[0069] The second material distribution platform 41 is configured to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane. The second material distribution platform 41 is used to support the clamping strip 200. The width of the second material distribution platform 41 is set within a certain range to control the number of clamping strips 200 on the second material distribution platform 41.

[0070] In the above scheme, by configuring the second material distribution platform 41 to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane, with the elevation angle θ2 of the second material distribution platform 41 in the range of 15° to 45°, and setting the width W2 of the second material distribution platform 41 in the range of 0.6h to h, the number of clamping strips 200 on the second material distribution platform 41 is controlled, so that a single clamping strip 200 is placed in the subsequent material distribution space 33. Furthermore, since the second material distribution platform 41 is configured to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane, the clamping strips 200 on the second material distribution platform 41 automatically fall into the material distribution space 33 under their own gravity, which improves convenience and optimizes the overall structure.

[0071] Specifically, the elevation angle θ2 of the second material distribution platform 41 is any value among 15°, 17°, 20°, 22°, 25°, 28°, 30°, 32°, 35°, 37°, 40°, 42°, and 45°.

[0072] Specifically, the width W2 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.6h; or, the width W2 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.7h; or, the width W2 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.8h; or, the width W2 of the material distribution space 33 is 0.9h; or, the width W2 of the material distribution space 33 is h.

[0073] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 In some embodiments, the second material distribution component 40 includes a second material distribution element 42, the top surface of which is configured as a second material distribution platform 41. The first material distribution element 32 and the second material distribution element 42 are connected by a telescopic drive element 421 to drive the first material distribution element 32 and the second material distribution element 42 to move together.

[0074] The first material distribution component 32 and the second material distribution component 42 share a single driving component, and the first material distribution component 32 and the second material distribution component 42 are driven by a single power source using the telescopic driving component 421.

[0075] In the above solution, by setting the telescopic drive component 421 to drive the first material distribution component 32 and the second material distribution component 42, which share a power source, the synchronization is improved, the number of parts is reduced, and the cost is further reduced.

[0076] Specifically, the second material distribution component 42 is connected to the first material distribution component 32, and the second material distribution component 42 is connected to the telescopic drive component 421. The telescopic drive component 421 drives the second material distribution component 42 to move, and the second material distribution component 42 drives the first material distribution component 32 to move.

[0077] In other embodiments, the first material distribution component 30 further includes: a first driving member connected to the first material distribution component 32 to drive the first material distribution component 32 to move up and down; the second material distribution component 40 includes: a second driving member connected to the second material distribution component 42 to drive the second material distribution component 42 to move up and down.

[0078] The first driving component drives the first material distribution component 32, and the second driving component drives the second material distribution component 42. The first material distribution component 32 and the second material distribution component 42 are equipped with corresponding power sources. Different power sources drive different action components, making the actions of each part clearer and improving controllability.

[0079] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 6 In some embodiments, the feeding device 100 further includes a lifting and orientation component 60, which is vertically and retractably mounted on the receiving platform 20. The lifting and orientation component 60 is used to connect the clamping strip 200 and adjust the clamping strip 200 to a preset posture. The non-visual inspection component 50 includes a first inspection element 51 and a second inspection element 52. The first inspection element 51 is mounted on the receiving platform 20 and is used to inspect the clamping strip 200 on the receiving platform 20. The second inspection element 52 is used to inspect the clamping strip 200 on the lifting and orientation component 60.

[0080] The lifting and orientation component 60 is used to connect the clamping strip 200 and adjust the clamping strip 200 to a preset posture. The preset posture is a pre-set posture. The first detection component 51 is used to check the clamping strip 200 on the receiving platform 20, and the second detection component 52 is used to check the clamping strip 200 on the lifting and orientation component 60 to detect whether the clamping strip 200 exists.

[0081] In the above solution, by setting up a lifting and orientation component 60, the clamping strip 200 is positioned in a preset posture, which facilitates subsequent processes. Furthermore, by setting up a first detection component 51 and a second detection component 52, the presence of the clamping strip 200 can be detected without detecting the posture of the clamping strip 200, thus reducing the requirements for the performance of the detection components and reducing costs.

[0082] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 In some embodiments, the clamping strip 200 is provided with a positioning groove 201, and the lifting orientation assembly 60 includes a positioning member 61, which is adapted to be inserted into the positioning groove 201 to position the clamping strip 200.

[0083] The lifting orientation component 60 includes a positioning element 61, which cooperates with the positioning groove 201 to adjust the clamping strip 200 to a preset posture. The lifting orientation component 60 then lifts the clamping strip 200 to a certain height.

[0084] In the above scheme, by setting the positioning component 61 and the positioning groove 201 together, the structure is simple and requires no operation, making the feeding device 100 more convenient.

[0085] Specifically, the positioning member 61 is inserted into the positioning groove 201. If the positioning groove 201 on the clamping strip 200 can accommodate the positioning member 61, then the clamping strip 200 is in a preset posture. The lifting and orientation component 60 lifts the clamping strip 200 in the preset posture. If the positioning groove 201 on the clamping strip 200 does not accommodate the positioning member 61, then the clamping strip 200 is not in the preset posture. After the lifting and orientation component 60 raises the clamping strip 200 to a certain height, the clamping strip 200 automatically slides down onto the receiving platform 20.

[0086] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 In some embodiments, the lifting orientation assembly 60 further includes a telescopic member 62 and a support plate 63.

[0087] The telescopic component 62 is vertically extendable and retractable on the receiving platform 20, and the telescopic component 62 is equipped with a directional platform 621. A support plate 63 is provided on the telescopic component 62, and a positioning component 61 is provided on the support plate 63. The included angle between the directional platform 621 and the support plate 63 is an acute angle.

[0088] The telescopic component 62 is telescopically mounted on the receiving platform 20. The telescopic component 62 is also equipped with a support plate 63. The telescopic component 62 drives the support plate 63 to extend and retract. The top surface of the telescopic component 62 is a directional platform 621, which is used to support and lift the clamping strip 200.

[0089] In the above solution, the clamping strip 200 is lifted by the cooperation of the telescopic component 62 and the support plate 63. An angle is set between the directional platform 621 on the telescopic component 62 and the support plate 63, and the angle is acute. The positioning component 61 is set on the support plate 63 to check whether the clamping strip 200 is in the preset posture. The inclined directional platform 621 causes the clamping strip 200 to slide down automatically, so that the positioning groove 201 can accommodate the positioning component 61. The overall structure is simple, uses a pure mechanical structure, and improves reliability.

[0090] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 5 In some embodiments, the receiving platform 20 is provided with a notch 21, and the telescopic member 62 is movably provided in the notch 21.

[0091] The notch 21 is located at the receiving port and serves as a clearance space to allow the telescopic member 62 to pass. The telescopic member 62 is movably located within the notch 21 and can move within it.

[0092] In the above solution, by setting a notch 21, the telescopic component 62 is avoided. Within the notch 21, the telescopic component 62 moves, thereby reducing the probability of the telescopic component 62 contacting other components, reducing the probability of the telescopic component 62 being damaged, and improving safety.

[0093] Specifically, the notch 21 is located in the middle of the receiving platform 20, and the notch 21 is spaced apart from the two sides of the receiving platform 20.

[0094] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 5 In some embodiments, the first material distribution seat 31 is provided with a moving channel 312, and the first material distribution component 32 is movably disposed within the moving channel 312.

[0095] The moving channel 312 is opened in the first material distribution seat 31. The moving channel 312 is a clearance space and avoids the first material distribution seat 31. The first material distribution component 32 is movably disposed in the moving channel 312 and moves in the moving channel 312.

[0096] In the above solution, by setting up a moving channel 312, the first material distribution component 32 is avoided by the moving channel 312. Within the moving channel 312, the first material distribution component 32 moves, thereby reducing the probability of the first material distribution component 32 coming into contact with other components, reducing the probability of the first material distribution component 32 being damaged, and improving safety.

[0097] Specifically, the moving channel 312 is located in the middle of the first material distribution seat 31, and the moving channel 312 is spaced apart from the two sides of the first material distribution seat 31.

[0098] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 5 In some embodiments, the feeding device 100 further includes a base 70 and a control component.

[0099] The hopper 10 and the first dispensing seat 31 are mounted on the base 70. The first dispensing seat 31 is adjacent to the hopper 10, and together with the hopper 10, they restrict the storage space 11. The control unit is electrically connected to the first dispensing assembly 30, the second dispensing assembly 40, and the non-visual detection assembly 50.

[0100] The hopper 10 and the first material distribution seat 31 are both mounted on the base 70. The base 70 supports the hopper 10 and the first material distribution seat 31. The first material distribution seat 31 is adjacent to the hopper 10. The first material distribution seat 31 and the hopper 10 together restrict the storage space 11. The control unit is electrically connected to the first material distribution component 30, the second material distribution component 40, and the non-visual detection component 50. The control unit controls the operation of the first material distribution component 30 and the second material distribution component 40 according to the non-visual detection component 50. When the non-visual detection component 50 does not detect the clamping strip 200, it controls the first material distribution component 30 and the second material distribution component 40 to supply material.

[0101] In the above scheme, by setting the base 70 to support the material bin 10 and the first material distribution seat 31, the load-bearing capacity and stability are improved. At the same time, control components are set to control the first material distribution component 30, the second material distribution component 40 and the non-visual detection component 50 to control the operation.

[0102] The following is for reference. Figures 1-10 This describes the directional feeding method and feeding device 100 for the edge strip 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0103] The clamping strip 200 of this utility model embodiment includes a large-mouth side and a small-mouth side. The clamping groove 202 on the small-mouth side of the clamping strip 200 is connected to the cathode plate, and the positioning groove 201 on the large-mouth side is connected to the positioning member 61 of the feeding device 100. Therefore, the feeding direction of the clamping strip 200 is unique.

[0104] The feeding device 100 includes: a hopper 10, a receiving platform 20, a first distributing component 30, a second distributing component 40, a non-visual inspection component 50, a lifting and orientation component 60, a base 70, and control components.

[0105] The base 70 supports and connects the hopper 10 and the first dispensing seat 31. The first dispensing assembly 30 has a first dispensing platform 321, and the second dispensing assembly 40 has a second dispensing platform 41. The first dispensing platform 321 and the second dispensing platform 41 are staggered in both vertical and horizontal directions, with the second dispensing platform 41 lower than the first dispensing platform 321 and located in front of the first dispensing platform 321. Under the action of the telescopic drive 421, the platform moves vertically from the hopper 10 to pick up the clamping strips 200. The second dispensing platform 41 is used to pick up a single clamping strip 200, and in extreme cases, it can pick up a maximum of two clamping strips 200. The first dispensing platform 321 is used to pick up a single clamping strip 200. The lifting and orienting assembly 60 orients the clamping strips 200 on the receiving platform 20. The non-visual inspection assembly 50 includes a first inspection element 51 and a second inspection element 52. The first inspection element 51 checks whether the clamping strips 200 on the receiving platform 20 are in place. The first inspection item 51 checks whether the lifting orientation assembly 60 has been successfully lifted.

[0106] The second material distribution platform 41 is a smooth inclined plane forming an angle with the horizontal plane, and its width in the front-to-back direction can only accommodate one clamping strip 200. Due to the shape characteristics of the clamping strip 200, refer to... Figure 7 In extreme cases, when the second material distribution platform 41 rises to pick up material, two clamping strips 200 may overlap. After the second material distribution platform 41 rises to its position, the clamping strip 200 on the first material distribution platform 321 reaches the receiving platform 20. The width of the material distribution space 33 in the front-to-back direction can only accommodate one clamping strip 200. When the above occurs... Figure 7 In the case of extreme superposition, the material distribution space 33 will only accept... Figure 7 200 edge strips at the middle and lower parts, Figure 7 The upper and middle clamping strip 200 falls into the return hopper 10 due to the inability to maintain sliding stability. After the first material distribution platform 321 descends to its position, the clamping strip 200 in the material distribution space 33 slides from the upper front position to the lower rear position and stops.

[0107] The clamping strip 200, lifted up by the first material distribution platform 321, reaches the receiving platform 20. The receiving platform 20 is a smooth inclined plane at an angle to the horizontal plane, and the clamping strip 200 slides down to the vicinity of the lifting and directional assembly 60. The lifting and directional assembly 60 includes: a support plate 63, a positioning element 61 in the middle of the support plate 63, and a telescopic element 62 below the support plate 63. The diameter of the positioning element 61 is smaller than the diameter of the positioning groove 201 on the larger opening side of the clamping strip 200. The width of the directional platform 621 in the front-to-back direction can only accommodate one clamping strip 200. When the clamping strip 200 slides down towards the positioning element 61, as... Figure 8 As shown, the clamping strip 200 enters the orientation platform 621 as a whole. The telescopic component 62 lifts the clamping strip 200, and it rises steadily into place. Once in place, the second detection component 52 detects the presence of material, indicating successful orientation. When the clamping strip 200 enters near the lifting orientation component 60 with its wide side facing down, the positioning component 61 prevents the entire clamping strip 200 from entering the orientation platform 621. As the lifting orientation component 60 rises, only the rear of the clamping strip 200 is supported by the telescopic component 62, and the clamping strip 200 rotates clockwise to become... Figure 9 If the lifting and orientation assembly 60 rises to its designated position in the correct direction, and the second detection element 52 does not detect any material, the orientation is unsuccessful. The lifting and orientation assembly 60 will then descend to reset and be lifted again to achieve success. When the clamping strip 200 slides forward towards the lifting and orientation assembly 60, if... Figure 10 As shown, the positioning member 61 blocks the entire clamping strip 200 from entering the telescopic member 62. When the lifting and directional assembly 60 rises, only the rear of the clamping strip 200 is supported on the telescopic member 62, and the clamping strip 200 rotates clockwise to become Figure 9 In the direction of the middle, the lifting and orientation component 60 was raised and repeated twice, finally successfully orienting and loading the clamping strip 200. That is, when the large opening side of the clamping strip 200 is... Figure 8At that time, the lifting and orientation component 60 can successfully position the clamping strip 200 with a single lifting and picking action. When the clamping strip 200 is at the opening side... Figure 9 At this time, the lifting and orientation component 60 needs to perform a second lifting and picking action to successfully position the clamping strip 200. When the large opening side of the clamping strip 200 is... Figure 10 At this time, the lifting and orientation component 60 needs to perform three lifting and picking actions to successfully position the clamping strip 200.

[0108] Other configurations and operations of the feeding device 100 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0109] In this specification, the terms "embodiment," "example," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0110] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A feeding device for edge clamping strips, characterized in that, include: The hopper (10) and the receiving platform (20) are spaced apart. The hopper (10) is provided with a storage space (11) for storing the edge strip (200). A first material distribution component (30) is disposed between the hopper (10) and the receiving platform (20). The first material distribution component (30) includes a first material distribution seat (31) and a first material distribution element (32). The first material distribution element (32) is vertically and retractably disposed on the first material distribution seat (31). The first material distribution seat (31) and the first material distribution element (32) together define a material distribution space (33). The material distribution space (33) is configured with a preset size to carry a single edge strip (200). The first material distribution element (32) is adapted to lift the edge strip (200) to the receiving platform (20). The second material distribution component (40) is provided in the storage space (11) in a vertically retractable manner. The second material distribution component (40) is adapted to lift the clamping strip (200) to the material distribution space (33). A non-visual inspection component (50) is used to inspect the clamping strip (200) on the receiving table (20).

2. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top surface of the first material distribution seat (31) is constructed as a first bearing platform (311). The first bearing platform (311) is configured to extend obliquely upward relative to the first material distribution component (32). The height of the clamping strip (200) is h, and the width of the material distribution space (33) is W1, where 0.6h≤W1≤h.

3. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 2, characterized in that, The included angle between the first bearing platform (311) and the first material distribution component (32) is θ1, where 45°≤θ1≤75°.

4. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top surface of the first material distribution component (32) is configured as a first material distribution platform (321), which is configured to extend obliquely upward and away from the receiving platform (20).

5. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second material distribution component (40) is provided with a second material distribution platform (41). The second material distribution platform (41) is configured to be inclined relative to the horizontal plane. The elevation angle of the second material distribution platform (41) is θ2, 15°≤θ2≤45°. The width of the second material distribution platform (41) is W2, 0.6h≤W2≤h.

6. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second material distribution component (40) includes a second material distribution element (42), the top surface of which is configured as a second material distribution platform (41). The first material distribution element (32) and the second material distribution element (42) are connected by a telescopic drive element (421) to drive the first material distribution element (32) and the second material distribution element (42) to move together. Alternatively, the first material distribution component (30) may further include: a first driving member connected to the first material distribution component (32) to drive the first material distribution component (32) to move up and down; the second material distribution component (40) may include: a second driving member connected to the second material distribution component (42) to drive the second material distribution component (42) to move up and down.

7. The feeding device for the clamping strip according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Lifting and orienting component (60), which is vertically and retractably mounted on the receiving platform (20), is used to connect the clamping strip (200) and adjust the clamping strip (200) to a preset posture; The non-visual detection component (50) includes: The first detection element (51) is provided on the receiving platform (20) and is used to inspect the clamping strip (200) on the receiving platform (20). The second inspection element (52) is used to inspect the clamping strip (200) on the lifting orientation assembly (60).

8. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping strip (200) is provided with a positioning groove (201), and the lifting orientation assembly (60) includes a positioning member (61), which is adapted to be inserted into the positioning groove (201) to position the clamping strip (200).

9. The feeding device for the edge clamping strip according to claim 8, characterized in that, The lift orientation assembly (60) also includes: Telescopic component (62), which is telescopically mounted on the receiving platform (20), and the telescopic component (62) is provided with a directional platform (621); A support plate (63) is provided on the telescopic member (62), and a positioning member (61) is provided on the support plate (63); wherein, The angle between the orientation platform (621) and the support plate (63) is an acute angle.

10. The feeding device for the clamping strip according to claim 9, characterized in that, The receiving platform (20) is provided with a notch (21), and the telescopic member (62) is movably provided in the notch (21).

11. The feeding device for the edge strip according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The first material distribution seat (31) is provided with a moving channel (312), and the first material distribution component (32) is movably inserted into the moving channel (312).

12. The feeding device for the edge strip according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, Also includes: The base (70), the hopper (10), and the first material distribution seat (31) are disposed on the base (70). The first material distribution seat (31) is adjacent to the hopper (10). The first material distribution seat (31) and the hopper (10) together define the storage space (11). A control unit electrically connected to the first material dispensing assembly (30), the second material dispensing assembly (40), and the non-visual detection assembly (50).

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