Cable locking device

Abstract

The utility model provides a cable locking device. The cable locking device comprises a base provided with a mounting position for mounting a to-be-locked structure, the to-be-locked structure comprises a shell and a cable, and the cable is provided with a penetrating-out part penetrating out of the shell; the gasket supply mechanism is installed on the base and comprises a gasket supply part and a conveying part, and the conveying part is used for arranging the gaskets provided by the gasket supply part on the penetrating-out part in a sleeving mode; and the locking mechanism is mounted on the base, the locking mechanism comprises a nut feeding part and a locking part, and the locking part is used for locking the nut provided by the nut feeding part on the penetrating part so as to lock the gasket and the cable on the shell. According to the technical scheme of the utility model, the cable locking device can solve the problems of low production efficiency and high labor cost when a coaxial cable is manually locked.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation technology, and more specifically, to a cable locking device. Background Technology

[0002] In the current electronics assembly industry, especially in router manufacturing, coaxial cable fastening is typically done manually. This process is complex and time-consuming, requiring operators to perform a series of precise and repetitive actions, including aligning the coaxial cable with the equipment interface, adjusting the cable direction to ensure correct insertion, manually installing the spring clips and nuts, and tightening the nuts with an electric screwdriver to ensure a secure cable connection. As can be seen, manually fastening coaxial cables to routers involves steps such as picking up the cable, aligning the interface, installing the cable, installing the gaskets, and installing the nuts. This series of actions is time-consuming; even a skilled worker can only complete about 600 units per hour, requiring seven employees to perform the work. Manually fastening coaxial cables to routers requires a significant labor input.

[0003] As production scales up, companies need to hire more workers to meet production demands. However, manual operations are limited by factors such as working hours and worker leave, making it difficult to achieve 24-hour uninterrupted production, resulting in low production efficiency and high labor costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a cable fastening device that can solve the problems of low production efficiency and high labor costs when using manual methods to fasten coaxial cables.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, a cable fastening device is provided, comprising: a base having a mounting position for mounting a structure to be fastened, the structure to be fastened including a housing and a cable, the cable having a through-hole portion extending out of the housing; a gasket feeding mechanism mounted on the base, the gasket feeding mechanism including a gasket feeding part and a conveying part, the conveying part being used to place a gasket provided by the gasket feeding part onto the through-hole portion; and a fastening mechanism mounted on the base, the fastening mechanism including a nut feeding part and a fastening part, the fastening part being used to fasten a nut provided by the nut feeding part onto the through-hole portion, thereby fastening the gasket and the cable to the housing.

[0006] Furthermore, the cable locking device also includes a material transfer mechanism, which is mounted on the base. The material transfer mechanism includes a first driving part and a moving part that is driven and connected to the first driving part. The mounting position is set on the moving part, and the gasket feeding mechanism and the locking mechanism are both located on the moving path of the moving part.

[0007] Furthermore, the movable part is rotatably mounted on the base, and there are multiple mounting positions, which are spaced apart along the circumference of the movable part.

[0008] Furthermore, the material transfer mechanism also includes a support structure, which includes a connecting part and a support part arranged at an angle. The support part is configured to support the housing and forms a mounting position. The connecting part is installed on the side of the moving part away from the base. The support part is connected to the connecting part and is located on the side of the connecting part away from the moving part. Along the first direction, at least one anti-rotation part is provided at each of the opposite ends of the support part. The anti-rotation part is configured to prevent the protruding part from rotating.

[0009] Furthermore, the cable includes a bolt and a conductor segment, one end of which is connected to the head of the bolt, the head of which is located inside the housing, and the end of the bolt shank away from the conductor segment that extends out of the housing and forms a protrusion portion. The anti-rotation portion includes a countersunk hole and an opening communicating with the countersunk hole, the head of which is located inside the countersunk hole and forms an anti-rotation fit with the countersunk hole, and the opening is configured to allow the conductor segment to pass through.

[0010] Furthermore, the material transfer mechanism also includes a clamping assembly corresponding to the support structure. The clamping assembly is installed on the side of the moving part away from the base. The clamping assembly includes a clamp, which includes a second driving part and a pressing part that is driven and connected to the second driving part. The pressing part can press the housing onto the support part under the drive of the second driving part.

[0011] Furthermore, the gasket feeding unit includes a first vibratory plate, a first mounting base, and a first temporary storage unit. The first vibratory plate and the first mounting base are both mounted on the base. The first temporary storage unit is mounted on the first mounting base and includes a first temporary storage channel. The discharge end of the first vibratory plate and the feed end of the first temporary storage channel are correspondingly arranged.

[0012] Furthermore, the discharge end of the first temporary storage channel is provided with a first receiving groove, which can accommodate a gasket. The gasket feeding part also includes a first ejection mechanism mounted on the first mounting base. The first ejection mechanism includes a third driving part and a first ejection part. The third driving part is drivenly connected to the first ejection part. The first receiving groove is correspondingly provided with the first ejection part and is located on the moving path of the first ejection part. The first ejection part can eject the gasket in the first receiving groove out of the first receiving groove.

[0013] Furthermore, the first ejection mechanism also includes a first movable seat and a first elastic member. The first movable seat is located between the first temporary storage part and the third driving part. The first ejection part is mounted on the first movable seat. The third driving part is drivenly connected to the first movable seat. The first elastic member elastically abuts against the first ejection part and the first temporary storage part.

[0014] Furthermore, the nut feeding unit includes a second vibratory plate, a second mounting base, and a second temporary storage unit. Both the second vibratory plate and the second mounting base are mounted on the base. The second temporary storage unit is mounted on the second mounting base and includes a second temporary storage channel. The discharge end of the second vibratory plate is correspondingly arranged with the inlet end of the second temporary storage channel. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel is provided with a second ejector. The second ejector is movably arranged on the second mounting base in the vertical direction. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel is located on the moving path of the second ejector. The second ejector has a second receiving groove that can accommodate the nut.

[0015] The present invention provides a base, a gasket feeding mechanism, and a locking mechanism. The gasket feeding mechanism includes a gasket feeding section and a conveying section. The gasket feeding section automatically supplies the gaskets, while the conveying section transports the gaskets to the installation position and places them onto the cable's exit point. This process requires no manual intervention, significantly reducing the time spent on gasket installation, improving production efficiency, and reducing reliance on manual labor, thus saving labor costs. The locking mechanism includes a nut feeding section and a locking section. The nut feeding section automatically supplies the nut, while the locking section transports the nut to the installation position and locks it onto the exit point, thus connecting the cable to the housing. Using the cable locking device of this application, workers only need to fix the structure to be locked on the installation position of the base. After starting the device, the subsequent gasket supply and placement, and nut supply and locking can be completed automatically, significantly improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification, are used to provide a further understanding of this utility model. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this utility model are used to explain this utility model and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown at one angle.

[0018] Figure 2 This diagram shows a cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention from another angle.

[0019] Figure 3 A partial structural schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0020] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the image;

[0021] Figure 5 A partial structural schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0022] Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 Enlarged view of point B in the image;

[0023] Figure 7 A partial structural schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0024] Figure 8 A partial structural schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0025] Figure 9 It shows Figure 8 Enlarged view of point C in the image;

[0026] Figure 10 A partial structural schematic diagram of the cable locking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0027] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the conveying section according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0028] Figure 12 A partial structural schematic diagram of the conveying section according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0029] Figure 13 A partial structural schematic diagram of the conveying section according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0030] Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the nut feeding part according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0031] Figure 15 A partial structural schematic diagram of the nut feeding part according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0032] Figure 16 It shows Figure 15 Enlarged view of point D;

[0033] Figure 17 A schematic diagram of the locking part according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0034] Figure 18 A schematic diagram of the structure of the moving part of an embodiment of the present invention is shown (the moving part is in the sixth rotational position);

[0035] Figure 19 A schematic diagram of the locking part of an embodiment of the present invention is shown (the moving part is in the first rotational position).

[0036] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0037] 10. Base; 20. Structure to be locked; 21. Housing; 22. Cable; 221. Bolt; 222. Wire segment; 30. Gasket feeding mechanism; 31. Gasket feeding section; 311. First vibratory feeder; 312. First mounting base; 313. First temporary storage section; 3131. First temporary storage channel; 3132. First receiving groove; 32. Conveying section; 321. Pneumatic finger; 3211. Finger; 322. Second mounting bracket; 3 23. Fifth drive unit; 33. First ejection mechanism; 331. Third drive unit; 332. First ejection unit; 333. First movable seat; 334. First guide column; 335. Cylinder; 336. Slide rail; 337. First mounting bracket; 40. Locking mechanism; 41. Nut feeding unit; 411. Second vibratory feeder; 412. Second mounting seat; 413. Second temporary storage unit; 4131. Second temporary storage channel; 414. Second ejection mechanism. 4141, Second receiving groove; 4142, First plate segment; 4143, Second plate segment; 4144, Second guide post; 415, Fourth drive unit; 42, Locking unit; 421, Fourth mounting bracket; 422, Adsorption locking head; 423, Fifth mounting bracket; 50, Transfer mechanism; 51, First drive unit; 52, Moving part; 521, Wiring trough; 53, Support structure; 531, Connecting part; 532, Supporting part; 5 33. Anti-rotation unit; 54. Clamp assembly; 541. Clamp; 5411. Second drive unit; 5412. Clamping unit; 542. Mounting base; 55. Third mounting bracket; 56. Pneumatic rotary joint; 60. Gasket; 80. Control system; 90. First marking sensor; 91. Second marking sensor; 92. Third marking sensor; 100. First trigger stop; 101. Second trigger stop; 102. Third trigger stop. Detailed Implementation

[0038] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other. The present utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0039] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, this utility model provides a cable fastening device, which includes: a base 10 having a mounting position for mounting a structure 20 to be fastened, the structure 20 including a housing 21 and a cable 22, the cable 22 having a through-hole portion extending out of the housing 21; a gasket feeding mechanism 30 mounted on the base 10, the gasket feeding mechanism 30 including a gasket feeding part 31 and a conveying part 32, the conveying part 32 being used to fit a gasket 60 provided by the gasket feeding part 31 onto the through-hole portion; and a fastening mechanism 40 mounted on the base 10, the fastening mechanism 40 including a nut feeding part 41 and a fastening part 42, the fastening part 42 being used to fasten a nut provided by the nut feeding part 41 onto the through-hole portion, so as to fasten the gasket 60 and the cable 22 to the housing 21.

[0040] In this embodiment, the gasket feeding unit 31 automatically supplies the gasket 60, while the conveying unit 32 transports the gasket 60 to the installation position and places it onto the through-hole of the cable 22. This process requires no manual intervention, significantly reducing the time spent installing the gasket 60, improving production efficiency, and reducing reliance on manual labor, thus saving labor costs. The nut feeding unit 41 of the locking mechanism 40 automatically supplies the nut, and the locking unit 42 transports the nut to the installation position and locks it onto the through-hole, thus connecting the cable 22 to the housing 21. Using the cable locking device of this application, the worker only needs to fix the structure 20 to be locked onto the installation position of the base 10. After starting the device, the subsequent supply and placement of the gasket 60, and the supply and locking of the nut can be completed automatically, significantly improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs.

[0041] Because manual operation is highly susceptible to individual variations, product standardization is difficult. Even when different workers follow the same operating procedures, it is hard to guarantee that the tightening torque is completely consistent each time they perform coaxial cable locking operations. Insufficient torque will result in a weak coaxial cable connection, while excessive torque may damage the coaxial cable. Under manual operation, the product defect rate due to inconsistent torque is 4%. This application, by setting up a locking part 42, achieves precise torque control and a standardized locking process through automation and intelligent control. This not only greatly improves production efficiency and quality but also ensures the firmness and consistency of the connection between the cable 22 and the housing 21.

[0042] In summary, the cable fastening device of this application enables automatic feeding of washers and nuts, automatic tightening of nuts, and precise torque control, achieving rapid and secure cable connection, significantly improving work efficiency and reducing the tediousness of manual operation. Furthermore, at the same production capacity of 600 PCS / H, it can save 5 employees, improve efficiency, reduce labor costs, and ensure the stability and consistency of connections. Simultaneously, it guarantees consistent installation results, reducing the product defect rate to below 1%.

[0043] It should be noted that the housing 21 can be the housing 21 of a router, and the cable can be a coaxial cable.

[0044] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, there is one gasket feeding mechanism 30 and two locking mechanisms 40. The gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the two locking mechanisms 40 are arranged alternately along the circumference of the moving part 52. There are six mounting positions on the moving part 52, which are arranged alternately along the circumference of the moving part 52.

[0045] See also Figures 1 to 17As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the cable locking device further includes a material transfer mechanism 50, which is mounted on the base 10. The material transfer mechanism 50 includes a first driving part 51 and a moving part 52 that is drivenly connected to the first driving part 51. The mounting position is set on the moving part 52, and the gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the locking mechanism 40 are both located on the moving path of the moving part 52.

[0046] In this embodiment, the first drive unit 51 of the material transfer mechanism 50 is connected to the drive unit 52, which can precisely control the moving position and speed of the moving unit 52. Since the gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the locking mechanism 40 are both located on the moving path of the moving unit 52, the moving unit 52 can transport the structure 20 to be locked to the gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the locking mechanism 40 to perform the gasket 60 fitting and nut locking operations respectively. This avoids the need for manual movement of the structure 20 to be locked between multiple workstations, greatly shortens the total time of the locking operation, and improves production efficiency.

[0047] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the movable part 52 is rotatably disposed on the base 10, and there are multiple mounting positions, which are spaced apart along the circumference of the movable part 52.

[0048] In this embodiment, the gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the locking mechanism 40 are arranged circumferentially around the moving part 52. The moving part 52 rotates under the drive of the first driving part 51 to transport the structure 20 to be locked to the gasket feeding mechanism 30 and the locking mechanism 40, respectively performing the gasket 60 fitting and nut locking operations. Multiple mounting positions are arranged circumferentially around the moving part 52, allowing multiple structures 20 to be locked to be processed simultaneously without waiting for the locking process of one structure 20 to be locked to be completed before processing the next, thus significantly shortening the overall production cycle.

[0049] In one embodiment, the moving part 52 is a disk, which can rotate under the drive of the first driving part 51.

[0050] In one embodiment, the first drive unit 51 is a motor.

[0051] See also Figures 1 to 17As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the material transfer mechanism 50 further includes a support structure 53. The support structure 53 includes a connecting part 531 and a support part 532 arranged at an angle. The support part 532 is configured to support the housing 21 and forms a mounting position. The connecting part 531 is installed on the side of the moving part 52 away from the base 10. The support part 532 is connected to the connecting part 531. The support part 532 is located on the side of the connecting part 531 away from the moving part 52. Along the first direction, at least one anti-rotation part 533 is provided at each of the opposite ends of the support part 532. The anti-rotation part 533 is configured to prevent the protruding part from rotating.

[0052] In this embodiment, when the housing 21 is installed in the mounting position, the upper part of the housing 21 can overlap the support part 532, at which time the support part 532 can support the housing 21. At least one anti-rotation part 533 is provided at each of the opposite ends of the support part 532. The number of anti-rotation parts 533 is the same as the number of through parts. At least two anti-rotation parts 533 are provided in one-to-one correspondence with at least two through parts. The anti-rotation parts 533 can prevent the through parts from rotating during the locking process, ensuring that the position of the cable 22 is fixed and will not twist during the locking operation.

[0053] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the cable 22 includes a bolt 221 and a conductor segment 222. One end of the conductor segment 222 is connected to the head of the bolt 221. The head of the bolt 221 is located inside the housing 21. The end of the bolt 221 away from the conductor segment 222 extends out of the housing 21 and forms an extension portion. The anti-rotation portion 533 includes a countersunk hole and an opening communicating with the countersunk hole. The head of the bolt 221 is located inside the countersunk hole and forms an anti-rotation fit with the countersunk hole. The opening is configured to allow the conductor segment 222 to pass through.

[0054] In this embodiment, the housing 21 is provided with through holes for the through-parts to pass through, and the number of through holes is the same as the number of through-parts. One end of the wire segment 222 is connected to the head of the bolt 221, and the opening communicates with the countersunk hole. Before the housing 21 is installed in the mounting position, the head of the bolt 221 is located in the countersunk hole, and the part of the wire segment 222 connected to the head of the bolt 221 can enter the countersunk hole through the opening. The head of the bolt 221 and the countersunk hole form an anti-rotation fit and fix the cable 22 to the support structure 53. Then, the upper part of the housing 21 is overlapped on the support part 532, and the through-parts pass through the corresponding through holes to exit the housing 21, thereby realizing the installation of the housing 21 in the mounting position.

[0055] The countersunk hole of the anti-rotation part 533 forms an anti-rotation fit with the head of the bolt 221, which can effectively prevent the bolt 221 from rotating during the locking process, that is, prevent the cable 22 from rotating. After the locking part completes the locking operation, the cable 22 is fixedly connected to the housing 21. At this time, the housing 21 can be lifted up, and the housing 21 will cause the head of the bolt 221 to come out of the countersunk hole. The part of the wire segment 222 located in the countersunk hole can come out of the countersunk hole through the opening, and the locked product can be removed from the installation position.

[0056] In one embodiment, the inner wall of the countersunk hole is adapted to the head of the bolt 221, and the head of the bolt 221 is locked in the countersunk hole to prevent rotation.

[0057] In one embodiment, the anti-rotation part 533 may adopt a structure capable of clamping, thereby clamping the head of the bolt 221 and thus preventing the protruding part from rotating. The specific structure for achieving clamping may adopt existing technology.

[0058] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the material transfer mechanism 50 further includes a clamping assembly 54 corresponding to the support structure 53. The clamping assembly 54 is installed on the side of the moving part 52 away from the base 10. The clamping assembly 54 includes a clamp 541. The clamp 541 includes a second driving part 5411 and a pressing part 5412 drivenly connected to the second driving part 5411. The pressing part 5412 can press the housing 21 onto the support part 532 under the drive of the second driving part 5411.

[0059] In this embodiment, the clamping part 5412, driven by the second driving part 5411, can press the housing 21 onto the support part 532 to ensure that the housing 21 will not move or deflect during the locking operation, thus avoiding deformation or damage to the housing 21 during the locking process. Furthermore, by stably pressing the housing 21 onto the support part 532, slight changes in the position of the housing 21 during the locking process can be avoided, thereby reducing the risk of poor locking and ensuring product quality.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the clamp assembly 54 further includes a mounting base 542, and there are two clamps 541, which are spaced apart on the mounting base 542 along a first direction.

[0061] See also Figures 1 to 17As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the gasket feeding unit 31 includes a first vibratory plate 311, a first mounting base 312, and a first temporary storage unit 313. The first vibratory plate 311 and the first mounting base 312 are both mounted on the base 10, and the first temporary storage unit 313 is mounted on the first mounting base 312. The first temporary storage unit 313 includes a first temporary storage channel 3131, and the discharge end of the first vibratory plate 311 is correspondingly arranged with the inlet end of the first temporary storage channel 3131.

[0062] In this embodiment, the use of the first vibratory feeder 311 enables the automatic supply of the pads 60. The first vibratory feeder 311 delivers the pads 60 from the first vibratory feeder to the first temporary storage section 313 in an orderly manner through vibration, without the need for manual intervention, thus saving manpower. The pads 60 are directly transported from the discharge end of the first vibratory feeder to the feed end of the first temporary storage channel 3131, reducing the risk of the pads 60 falling or becoming misaligned during the transmission process, and ensuring the continuity and reliability of the feeding process.

[0063] It should be noted that the first vibratory plate 311 uses a vibratory plate with existing technology, and its specific structure will not be described in detail here.

[0064] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the discharge end of the first temporary storage channel 3131 is provided with a first receiving groove 3132, which can accommodate a gasket 60. The gasket feeding part 31 also includes a first ejection mechanism 33 mounted on the first mounting base 312. The first ejection mechanism 33 includes a third driving part 331 and a first ejection part 332. The third driving part 331 is drivenly connected to the first ejection part 332. The first receiving groove 3132 is correspondingly provided with the first ejection part 332 and is located on the moving path of the first ejection part 332. The first ejection part 332 can eject the gasket 60 in the first receiving groove 3132 out of the first receiving groove 3132.

[0065] In this embodiment, the first receiving groove 3132 enables the temporary storage and pre-positioning of the gasket 60. When the gasket 60 arrives in the first receiving groove 3132 from the first temporary storage channel 3131, it is temporarily stabilized in this position. The first ejection part 332 moves away from the base 10 under the drive of the third driving part 331 to eject the gasket 60 in the first receiving groove 3132. The automatic ejection of the gasket 60 can further improve production efficiency.

[0066] In one embodiment, the third drive unit 331 is selected as a motor.

[0067] See also Figures 1 to 17As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the first ejection mechanism 33 further includes a first movable seat 333 and a first elastic member. The first movable seat 333 is located between the first temporary storage part 313 and the third driving part 331. The first ejection part 332 is mounted on the first movable seat 333. The third driving part 331 is drivenly connected to the first movable seat 333. The first elastic member elastically abuts against the first ejection part 332 and the first temporary storage part 313.

[0068] In this embodiment, the first elastic member provides a buffer for the ejection of the gasket 60, ensuring that the contact force when the gasket 60 is ejected is sufficient to push the gasket 60 away from the first receiving groove 3132, thus avoiding damage to the gasket 60 due to excessive force. After the first ejection part 332 ejects the gasket 60, the elastic restoring force of the first elastic member can also cause the first ejection part 332 to return to its initial position, ready to receive the next gasket 60.

[0069] In one embodiment, the first elastic element is a spring, and the third drive unit 331 is a motor.

[0070] See also Figures 8 to 10 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom of the first temporary storage part 313 is provided with two first guide posts 334, and there are two first elastic members. The two first elastic members are respectively sleeved on the outer periphery of the two first guide posts 334. The first moving seat 333 is provided with two through holes, and the two through holes are corresponding to the two first guide posts 334 one by one. The bottom of the first guide post 334 can pass through the corresponding through hole.

[0071] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the nut feeding part 41 includes a second vibrating plate 411, a second mounting base 412, and a second temporary storage part 413. The second vibrating plate 411 and the second mounting base 412 are both mounted on the base 10. The second temporary storage part 413 is mounted on the second mounting base 412. The second temporary storage part 413 includes a second temporary storage channel 4131. The discharge end of the second vibrating plate 411 is correspondingly arranged with the inlet end of the second temporary storage channel 4131. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel 4131 is provided with a second ejection part 414. The second ejection part 414 is movably arranged on the second mounting base 412 in the vertical direction. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel 4131 is located on the moving path of the second ejection part 414. The second ejection part 414 has a second receiving groove 4141, which can accommodate nuts.

[0072] In this embodiment, the second vibratory feeder 411 can automatically and continuously feed the nut to the feed end of the second temporary storage channel 4131, reducing the need for manual intervention and improving the level of production automation. The second temporary storage channel 4131 can serve as a temporary storage space for the nut. The second ejector 414 is movably arranged in the vertical direction. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel 4131 is located on the moving path of the second ejector 414. When the second ejector 414 is in the initial position, the bottom of the second receiving groove 4141 is flush with the bottom of the second temporary storage channel 4131. When the nut moves to the second receiving groove 4141, the second ejector 414 can be moved in the vertical direction away from the base 10 to eject the nut from the second temporary storage channel 4131.

[0073] It should be noted that the second vibratory plate 411 uses a vibratory plate with existing technology, and its specific structure will not be described in detail here.

[0074] In one embodiment of this utility model, the cable fastening device further includes two fiber optic sensors. One fiber optic sensor is located at the first receiving groove 3132 and is used to detect whether the pad has moved into position. When the fiber optic sensor detects that a pad has completely moved into the first receiving groove 3132, the first vibrating plate stops conveying the pad. The other fiber optic sensor is located at the second receiving groove 4141 and is used to detect whether the nut has moved into position. When the fiber optic sensor detects that a nut has completely moved into the second receiving groove 4141, the second vibrating plate stops conveying the nut.

[0075] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the nut feeding part 41 further includes a fourth driving part 415. The second ejection part 414 includes a first plate segment 4142, a second plate segment 4143, and two second elastic members. The fourth driving part 415 is drivenly connected to the first plate segment 4142. The second plate segment 4143 is located above the first plate segment 4142. The second receiving groove 4141 is disposed on the second plate segment 4143. Two second guide posts 4144 are fixedly disposed at the bottom of the second plate segment 4143. The two second elastic members are disposed one-to-one with the two second guide posts 4144. The second elastic members are sleeved on the outer periphery of the corresponding second guide posts 4144 and elastically abut against the first plate segment 4142 and the second plate segment 4143. Two through holes are disposed on the first plate segment 4142. The two through holes are disposed one-to-one with the two second guide posts 4144. The bottom of the second guide posts 4144 can pass through the corresponding through holes.

[0076] In one embodiment, the fourth drive unit 415 is a motor, and the second elastic element is a spring.

[0077] See also Figures 1 to 17As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the conveying unit 32 further includes a first mounting bracket 337, a second mounting bracket 322, a fifth driving unit 323, a pneumatic finger 321, and a cylinder 335. The fifth driving unit 323 is mounted on the first mounting bracket 337, which is provided with a slide rail 336. The second mounting bracket 322 is slidably disposed on the slide rail 336 in the horizontal direction and can slide in the positive horizontal direction under the drive of the fifth driving unit 323. The cylinder 335 is mounted on the second mounting bracket 322 and is drivenly connected to the pneumatic finger 321. The cylinder 335 is used to drive the pneumatic finger 321 to move in the vertical direction relative to the second mounting bracket 322. The pneumatic finger 321 includes two oppositely arranged fingers 3211, which can grip and release the pad 60. With the above arrangement, the pad 60 can be conveyed to the locking structure 20 and the pad 60 can be sleeved on the protruding part.

[0078] In one embodiment, the fifth drive unit 323 is a motor.

[0079] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the moving part 52 is rotatably mounted on the base 10. The moving part 52 is a disc, and there are six mounting positions and six clamping assemblies 54, with each mounting position corresponding to one of the six clamping assemblies 54. The second driving part 5411 is a rotary cylinder. The material transfer mechanism 50 also includes a third mounting frame 55 and a pneumatic rotary joint 56. The third mounting frame 55 is fixedly mounted on the base 10, and the pneumatic rotary joint 56 is mounted on the third mounting frame 55. The pneumatic rotary joint 56 is used to supply air to the second driving part 5411. The moving part 52 is provided with multiple cable routing grooves 521, which are spaced apart circumferentially along the moving part 52. The cable portion connecting the pneumatic rotary joint 56 and the second driving part 5411 is located within the cable routing grooves 521.

[0080] The second drive unit 5411 is a rotary cylinder, which is driven by the clamping unit 5412. It can drive the clamping unit 5412 to lift and press down, and also drive it to rotate. After the housing 21 is installed in the mounting position, the rotary cylinder can rotate the clamping unit 5412 above the housing 21, and then press it down to clamp the housing 21. After the locking operation is completed, the rotary cylinder can lift the clamping unit 5412 to disengage it from the housing 21, and then rotate it to one side of the housing 21, making it easy to remove the housing 21 from the support unit 532.

[0081] The cable fastening device also includes a control module and a sensing module and a trigger module that communicate with the control module. The control module can accurately identify the rotational position of the moving part, and the pneumatic rotary joint 56 can control the action (lifting and pressing down) of the corresponding second drive unit 5411 to achieve the function of fastening the housing. However, due to its structural characteristics, the system cannot accurately control the action of the corresponding second drive unit 5411 by matching the workstation with the rotational position of the moving part during operation. To solve this problem, a sensing module is fixedly installed above the moving part. The sensing module includes a first marker sensor 90, a second marker sensor 91, and a third marker sensor 92. A trigger module is fixedly installed on the moving part 52. The trigger module includes a first trigger stop 100, a second trigger stop 101, and a third trigger stop 102. This allows different marker sensors to be triggered when the moving part rotates. By writing detection code for the corresponding marker sensor in the software system, the current rotational position of the moving part can be determined in real time to accurately control the action of the second drive unit 5411 at the corresponding installation position. Compared to software directly recording the position, it avoids position loss caused by power outages or other abnormalities, and has higher reliability. Compared to using an encoder to record the real-time position of the moving part, it is lower in cost and more economical.

[0082] To facilitate understanding of the control process of the above control module, the following is combined with... Figure 18 and Figure 19 For clarity, numbers 0 to 5 in the diagram correspond to six mounting positions on the moving part 52. The first marker sensor 90, the second marker sensor 91, and the third marker sensor 92 are fixedly mounted on top of the moving part 52. The first trigger stop 100 is fixedly mounted on the mounting position corresponding to number 0, the second trigger stop 101 is fixedly mounted on the mounting position corresponding to number 1, and the third trigger stop 102 is fixedly mounted on the mounting position corresponding to number 2. The first marker sensor 90, the second marker sensor 91, and the third marker sensor 92 rotate together with the moving part 52. Each of the first marker sensor 90, the second marker sensor 91, and the third marker sensor 92 can emit a control signal. For ease of understanding, the control signal emitted by the first marker sensor 90 is represented by 'a', the control signal emitted by the second marker sensor 91 is represented by 'b', and the control signal emitted by the third marker sensor 92 is represented by 'c'.

[0083] like Figure 19As shown, when the third trigger stop 102 rotates to the position where the first marker sensor 90 is located, it triggers the first marker sensor 90 to send a control signal a. At this time, the control signal sent by the sensing module is a, and the moving part 52 is in the first rotation position. The moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, the third trigger stop 102 rotates to the position where the second marker sensor 91 is located and triggers the second marker sensor 91 to send a control signal b. The second trigger stop 101 rotates to the position where the first marker sensor 90 is located and triggers the first marker sensor 90 to send a control signal a. At this time, the sensing module... The control signal sent is ab, and the moving part 52 is in the second rotation position; the moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, the third trigger stop 102 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the third marker sensor 92 to send control signal c, the second trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the second marker sensor 91 and triggers the second marker sensor 91 to send control signal b, the first trigger stop 100 rotates to the position of the first marker sensor 90 and triggers the first marker sensor 90 to send control signal a. At this time, the control signal sent by the sensing module is abc, and the moving part 52 rotates counterclockwise. The moving part 52 is in the third rotation position; the moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, the first trigger stop 100 rotates to the position of the second marker sensor 91 and triggers the second marker sensor 91 to send control signal b, the second trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the third marker sensor 92 to send control signal c, the third trigger stop 102 leaves the position of the third marker sensor 92, at this time, the control signal sent by the sensing module is bc, and the moving part 52 is in the fourth rotation position; the moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, the first trigger stop 100 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the second marker sensor 91 to send control signal b, the second trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the third marker sensor 92 to send control signal c, the third trigger stop 102 leaves the position of the third marker sensor 92, at this time, the control signal sent by the sensing module is bc, and the moving part 52 is in the fourth rotation position; the moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, the first trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the third marker sensor 92 to send control signal c, the third trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92, the first trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92, the second trigger stop 101 rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92, the third ... The sensor rotates to the position of the third marker sensor 92 and triggers the third marker sensor 92 to send a control signal c. The second trigger stop 101 leaves the position of the third marker sensor 92. At this time, the control signal sent by the sensing module is c, and the moving part 52 is in the fifth rotation position. The moving part 52 continues to rotate counterclockwise, and the first trigger stop 100 leaves the position of the third marker sensor 92. At this time, the sensing module does not send a control signal, and the moving part 52 is in the sixth rotation position. The control module can determine the rotation position of the moving part 52 based on the combination of control signals obtained.

[0084] The fourth and fifth rotation positions are the loading and unloading stations, respectively. When the moving part 52 rotates to the fourth and fifth rotation positions, the control module controls the second drive part 5411 at that rotation position to lift up, so as to install the housing at the mounting position or remove it from the mounting position. When the moving part 52 rotates to any one of the first, second, third, and sixth rotation positions, the control module controls the second drive part 5411 at that rotation position to press down, so as to fix the housing at the mounting position.

[0085] The locking part 42 includes a fourth mounting bracket 421, a fifth mounting bracket 423, an adsorption locking head 422, a vacuum device, and a servo motor. The fifth mounting bracket 423 is movably mounted on the fourth mounting bracket 421 in the horizontal direction. The servo motor is mounted on the fifth mounting bracket 423 and is driven by the adsorption locking head 422 to drive the adsorption locking head 422 to rotate and lock the nut. The adsorption locking head 422 is connected to the vacuum device so that it can adsorb the nut. When it is necessary to adsorb the nut from the second receiving groove 4141, the servo motor does not work, and the vacuum device is started. At this time, the adsorption locking head 422 can suck the nut out of the second receiving groove 4141. When it is necessary to lock the nut, the servo motor works, the vacuum device does not work, and the adsorption locking head 422 rotates under the drive of the servo motor to lock the nut on the protruding part.

[0086] This application employs a servo motor for torque control, offering the advantage of high-precision controllable rotation count. The servo motor features torque mode, relative motion mode, and absolute position mode. When tightening the nut, the control module switches the servo motor to torque mode, controlling its torque in real time and detecting its position to ensure the correct rotation count. After tightening the nut, the control module switches the servo motor to relative motion mode, causing it to slightly reverse and then lift the motor, thereby relieving residual stress during tightening and preventing the product from being lifted. When removing the nut, the control module switches the servo motor to absolute position mode, moving it to a preset position to ensure that the suction and tightening head 422 is aligned with the nut to be picked up in the second receiving slot 4141, guaranteeing successful nut pickup. By switching between multiple modes of the servo motor through the control module, the nut pickup and tightening are achieved, offering higher precision and reliability compared to traditional electric screwdrivers.

[0087] In one embodiment, the first marker sensor 90, the second marker sensor 91, and the third marker sensor 92 are all diffuse reflective photoelectric infrared sensors.

[0088] See also Figures 1 to 17 As shown, in one embodiment of the present invention, the cable locking device further includes a control system 80, and the first drive unit, the second drive unit, the third drive unit, the fourth drive unit, the fifth drive unit, and the cylinder 335 are all communicatively connected to the control system 80.

[0089] From the above description, it can be seen that the above embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects: A base, a gasket feeding mechanism, and a locking mechanism are provided. The gasket feeding mechanism includes a gasket feeding section and a conveying section. The gasket feeding section automatically supplies the gaskets, while the conveying section transports the gaskets to the installation position and places them on the cable's exit portion. This process does not require manual intervention, significantly reducing the time spent on gasket installation, improving production efficiency, and also reducing reliance on manual labor, thus saving labor costs. The locking mechanism includes a nut feeding section and a locking section. The nut feeding section of the locking mechanism automatically supplies the nut, and the locking section transports the nut to the installation position and locks it on the exit portion, thus connecting the cable to the housing. Using the cable locking device of this application, workers only need to fix the structure to be locked on the installation position of the base. After starting the device, the subsequent gasket supply and placement, and nut supply and locking can be completed automatically, significantly improving production efficiency while reducing labor costs.

[0090] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0091] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0092] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A cable locking device, characterized in that, include: The base (10) has a mounting position for mounting a lockable structure (20), the lockable structure (20) including a housing (21) and a cable (22), the cable (22) having a protruding part that passes through the housing (21); A gasket feeding mechanism (30) is installed on the base (10). The gasket feeding mechanism (30) includes a gasket feeding part (31) and a conveying part (32). The conveying part (32) is used to put the gasket (60) provided by the gasket feeding part (31) onto the through part. A locking mechanism (40) is installed on the base (10). The locking mechanism (40) includes a nut feeding part (41) and a locking part (42). The locking part (42) is used to lock the nut provided by the nut feeding part (41) onto the protruding part, so as to lock the gasket (60) and the cable (22) onto the housing (21).

2. The cable locking device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cable fastening device further includes a material transfer mechanism (50), which is mounted on the base (10). The material transfer mechanism (50) includes a first driving part (51) and a moving part (52) drivenly connected to the first driving part (51). The mounting position is located on the moving part (52). The gasket feeding mechanism (30) and the fastening mechanism (40) are both located on the moving path of the moving part (52).

3. The cable locking device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The movable part (52) is rotatably disposed on the base (10), and there are multiple mounting positions, which are spaced apart along the circumference of the movable part (52).

4. The cable locking device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The material transfer mechanism (50) further includes a support structure (53), which includes a connecting part (531) and a support part (532) arranged at an angle. The support part (532) is configured to support the housing (21) and forms the mounting position. The connecting part (531) is installed on the side of the moving part (52) away from the base (10). The support part (532) is connected to the connecting part (531) and is located on the side of the connecting part (531) away from the moving part (52). Along the first direction, at least one anti-rotation part (533) is provided at each of the opposite ends of the support part (532). The anti-rotation part (533) is configured to prevent the protruding part from rotating.

5. The cable locking device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cable (22) includes a bolt (221) and a conductor segment (222). One end of the conductor segment (222) is connected to the head of the bolt (221). The head of the bolt (221) is located inside the housing (21). The end of the bolt (221) away from the conductor segment (222) extends out of the housing (21) and forms the protruding part. The anti-rotation part (533) includes a countersunk hole and an opening communicating with the countersunk hole. The head of the bolt (221) is located inside the countersunk hole and forms an anti-rotation fit with the countersunk hole. The opening is configured to allow the conductor segment (222) to pass through.

6. The cable locking device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The material transfer mechanism (50) further includes a clamp assembly (54) corresponding to the support structure (53). The clamp assembly (54) is installed on the side of the moving part (52) away from the base (10). The clamp assembly (54) includes a clamp (541). The clamp (541) includes a second drive part (5411) and a pressing part (5412) drivenly connected to the second drive part (5411). The pressing part (5412) can press the housing (21) onto the support part (532) under the drive of the second drive part (5411).

7. The cable locking device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The gasket feeding unit (31) includes a first vibratory plate (311), a first mounting base (312), and a first temporary storage unit (313). The first vibratory plate (311) and the first mounting base (312) are both mounted on the base (10). The first temporary storage unit (313) is mounted on the first mounting base (312). The first temporary storage unit (313) includes a first temporary storage channel (3131). The discharge end of the first vibratory plate (311) is correspondingly arranged with the feed end of the first temporary storage channel (3131).

8. The cable locking device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first temporary storage channel (3131) is provided with a first receiving groove (3132) at the discharge end. The first receiving groove (3132) can accommodate the gasket (60). The gasket feeding part (31) also includes a first ejection mechanism (33) installed on the first mounting base (312). The first ejection mechanism (33) includes a third driving part (331) and a first ejection part (332). The third driving part (331) is drivenly connected to the first ejection part (332). The first receiving groove (3132) is correspondingly arranged with the first ejection part (332) and is located on the moving path of the first ejection part (332). The first ejection part (332) can eject the gasket (60) in the first receiving groove (3132) out of the first receiving groove (3132).

9. The cable locking device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first ejection mechanism (33) further includes a first movable seat (333) and a first elastic member. The first movable seat (333) is located between the first temporary storage part (313) and the third driving part (331). The first ejection part (332) is mounted on the first movable seat (333). The third driving part (331) is drivenly connected to the first movable seat (333). The first elastic member elastically abuts between the first ejection part (332) and the first temporary storage part (313).

10. The cable locking device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The nut feeding part (41) includes a second vibratory plate (411), a second mounting base (412), and a second temporary storage part (413). The second vibratory plate (411) and the second mounting base (412) are both mounted on the base (10). The second temporary storage part (413) is mounted on the second mounting base (412). The second temporary storage part (413) includes a second temporary storage channel (4131). The discharge end of the second vibratory plate (411) is connected to the second temporary storage channel (4131). The feed end of the second temporary storage channel (4131) is provided with a corresponding feed end. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel (4131) is provided with a second ejector (414). The second ejector (414) is movably disposed on the second mounting base (412) in the vertical direction. The discharge end of the second temporary storage channel (4131) is located on the moving path of the second ejector (414). The second ejector (414) has a second receiving groove (4141) which can accommodate the nut.

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