Automatic sorting system for glasses orders

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of lens manufacturing, in particular to an automatic sorting system for glasses orders. According to the scheme, the multiple conveying modules are spliced to form the conveying line, and continuous and efficient conveying of glasses orders is achieved in cooperation with the design that the conveying boxes can be magnetically attracted. The identification module is arranged close to the sorting module, identification information on the conveying box can be rapidly identified and immediately transmitted to the sorting module, and the response time of information processing and sorting actions is shortened. The identification module accurately reads identification information of the conveying box, and the sorting module performs accurate sorting according to the information, so that the problems of mistaken reading and mistaken taking easily caused by manual sorting are avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of lens manufacturing, specifically to an automatic sorting system for eyeglass orders. Background Technology

[0002] With the booming development of the eyewear industry, market demand for eyeglasses is experiencing explosive growth and increasing diversification, encompassing not only traditional glasses for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, but also various fashion and decorative glasses, as well as functional glasses. This has led to a sharp increase in the number of orders faced by eyewear manufacturers and retailers, with a significant increase in the complexity of order details, placing extremely stringent requirements on the sorting process within the order handling workflow.

[0003] Traditional eyewear order sorting relies heavily on manual labor. Staff must manually search and select the corresponding products from a vast inventory of eyewear based on paper or electronic orders. This process is extremely inefficient, especially during peak order periods, where even working at full capacity, staff struggle to complete the sorting tasks on time. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model discloses an automatic sorting system for eyeglass orders.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic sorting system for eyeglasses orders, comprising a conveying module, an identification module, and a sorting module. Multiple conveying modules are spliced ​​together to form a conveyor line. A conveyor box is magnetically attached to each conveying module. The identification module is positioned close to the sorting module and is used to identify the identification information on the conveyor box. The identification module is communicatively connected to the sorting module and is used to transmit the identified identification information to the sorting module.

[0006] The system also includes a verification module, which is used to determine whether the eyeglass packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader installed in the sorting module is consistent with the processing technology information of the transfer box, and outputs an alarm signal when the discrepancy is determined to be inconsistent.

[0007] A display device is installed on the outside of the transfer box, and the display device is used to display identification information.

[0008] The sorting module includes a sorting robotic arm unit, which is a Cartesian coordinate robotic arm.

[0009] The identification module also includes a receiving unit, which is used to communicate with the RFID reader and to receive eyeglasses packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader.

[0010] The solution in this embodiment of the invention uses multiple conveying modules spliced ​​together to form a conveyor line, combined with a magnetically adsorbable conveyor box design, to achieve continuous and efficient transportation of eyeglasses orders. The identification module is positioned close to the sorting module, enabling it to quickly identify the markings on the conveyor boxes and immediately transmit them to the sorting module, shortening the response time for information processing and sorting actions. The identification module accurately reads the markings on the conveyor boxes, and the sorting module uses this information for precise sorting, avoiding the misreading and mis-picking problems that easily occur during manual sorting. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is an architecture diagram of the automatic order sorting system for eyeglasses in this application embodiment;

[0012] Figure 2 This is an architecture diagram of an automatic order sorting system for eyeglasses that includes a verification module, as described in this application embodiment.

[0013] Figure 3 This is an architecture diagram of an automatic order sorting system for eyeglasses that includes a receiving unit, as described in this application embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0014] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0015] The terminology used in the following embodiments is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be a limitation of the present invention. As used in the specification and appended claims of the present invention, the singular expressions “a,” “an,” “the,” “the,” and “this” are intended to also include expressions such as “one or more,” unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0016] References to "one embodiment" or "some embodiments" as used in this specification mean that one or more embodiments of the present invention include a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment. Therefore, the phrases "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in other embodiments," "in still other embodiments," etc., appearing in different parts of this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, but rather mean "one or more, but not all, embodiments," unless otherwise specifically emphasized. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," and variations thereof mean "including but not limited to," unless otherwise specifically emphasized.

[0017] Example 1: As Figure 1-3As shown, an automated order sorting system for eyeglasses includes a conveying module 100, an identification module 200, and a sorting module 300. Multiple conveying modules 100 are joined together to form a conveyor line. A transfer box 101 is magnetically attached to each conveying module 100.

[0018] Multiple conveyor modules 100 are spliced ​​together to form a conveyor line. The conveyor line is composed of multiple independent conveyor modules, and its length and layout can be flexibly adjusted to adapt to different work sites and sorting requirements. A conveyor module 100 may specifically consist of a conveyor belt, drive rollers, driven rollers, idlers, etc. A motor drives the rollers to rotate, causing the conveyor belt to circulate, thereby realizing the conveying of the transfer box 101. In this system, a magnetic adsorption device can be designed on the surface of the conveyor belt, such as embedding magnetic strips inside the conveyor belt, so that the transfer box 101 can be stably adsorbed onto the conveyor belt.

[0019] The conveying module 100 is magnetically attached to the conveying box 101, which ensures that the conveying box 101 will not easily fall off during the conveying process, and also facilitates its replacement and maintenance on the conveying module.

[0020] The identification module 200 is located close to the sorting module 300 and is used to identify the identification information on the conveyor box 101; the identification module 200 is communicatively connected to the sorting module 300 and is used to transmit the identified identification information to the sorting module 300.

[0021] The identification module 200 can specifically be a barcode scanner that identifies information using barcode labels as information carriers.

[0022] The identification module 200 is positioned close to the sorting module 300 so that the identification information on the conveyor box 101 can be identified in a timely and accurate manner when the conveyor box 101 is about to arrive at the sorting module 300.

[0023] The function of the identification module 200 is to identify the identification information on the delivery box 101. This identification information may include the order number, glasses model, customer information, etc. By identifying this information, the system can know the specific details of the glasses order in each delivery box.

[0024] The identification module 200 is communicatively connected to the sorting module 300. The identified identification information is transmitted to the sorting module 300 so that the sorting module 300 can perform the correct sorting operation on the conveyor box 101 based on this information. According to the identification information transmitted by the identification module 200, the sorting module 300 will perform the corresponding sorting action on the conveyor box 101, guiding it to the correct position, thereby completing the automatic sorting of the eyeglasses order.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the sorting module 300 may be a tilting sorter.

[0026] The flip-top sorter consists of a series of flip-top trays. When the conveyor box 101 arrives at the sorting position, the control system will issue a command based on the identification information transmitted by the identification module 200 to flip the corresponding tray and pour the conveyor box 101 into the designated sorting channel.

[0027] In the above scheme, a display device 112 is installed on the outside of the transfer box 101, and the display device 112 is used to display identification information. Specifically, this display device can be an electronic ink screen, which has a good energy-saving effect.

[0028] In another possible implementation, the sorting module 300 includes a sorting robotic arm unit, which is a Cartesian coordinate robotic arm.

[0029] Furthermore, in order to obtain the corresponding order information even when the identification information on the delivery box 101 is difficult to identify, the identification module 200 also includes a receiving unit. The receiving unit communicates with the RFID reader 111 to receive the eyeglasses packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader 111. The receiving unit can employ an ESP wireless transceiver module to wirelessly communicate with the RFID reader 111, allowing the corresponding information to be obtained when the identification information on the delivery box 101 is difficult to acquire.

[0030] Example 2: Figure 2-3 As shown, the system also includes a verification module 400, which is used to determine whether the eyeglass packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader 111 installed in the sorting module 300 is consistent with the processing technology information of the transfer box 101, and outputs an alarm signal when the discrepancy is determined.

[0031] In this embodiment, in addition to the previously mentioned conveying module, identification module, and sorting module, a verification module 400 is added to the system. The verification module 400 plays a key role in quality control and error detection in the entire automated eyeglasses order sorting system. Its main task is to verify the relevant information of the eyeglasses order to ensure that the eyeglasses packaging order information matches the processing technology information of the eyeglasses in the conveyor box, thereby ensuring the accuracy of sorting and product quality.

[0032] The function of RFID reader 111: Installed within the sorting module 300, RFID reader 111 reads the identification information of eyeglasses packaging orders. This includes information such as order number, eyeglasses model, and customer-required packaging specifications. This information serves as a crucial basis for subsequent verification.

[0033] The verification module 400 compares the eyeglasses packaging order identification information transmitted from the RFID reader 111 with the processing technology information of the conveyor box 101. This processing technology information may include the eyeglasses' manufacturing materials, lens prescription, frame style, and any special processing requirements. This information may be pre-stored in the identifier (such as an RFID tag) corresponding to the conveyor box 101, or it may be recorded and associated with the conveyor box 101 during the eyeglasses manufacturing process. The verification module 400 uses a specific algorithm or logic to determine whether these two sets of information are consistent.

[0034] When the verification module 400 determines that the eyeglasses packaging order identification information is inconsistent with the processing technology information of the conveyor box 101, it will output an alarm signal. This alarm signal can be an audible alarm to alert staff to the error; it can also be a visual alarm, attracting staff's attention by flashing lights; or it can send error information to the system's monitoring terminal, allowing staff to understand the specific situation of the problem in a timely manner and take appropriate measures, such as checking for errors in information entry or whether the correct eyeglasses have been placed in the conveyor box, thereby preventing incorrect eyeglasses orders from being sent out. The verification module 400 can specifically use an MCU processor.

[0035] The technical means disclosed in this utility model are not limited to those disclosed in the above embodiments, but also include technical solutions composed of any combination of the above technical features. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An eyewear order automated picking system, characterized by: The system includes a conveying module (100), an identification module (200), and a sorting module (300). Multiple conveying modules (100) are spliced ​​together to form a conveyor line. A transfer box (101) is magnetically attached to each conveying module (100). The identification module (200) is positioned close to the sorting module (300) and is used to identify the identification information on the transfer box (101). The identification module (200) is communicatively connected to the sorting module (300) and is used to transmit the identified identification information to the sorting module (300).

2. The eyewear order automated sorting system of claim 1, wherein: The system also includes a verification module (400), which is used to determine whether the eyeglass packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader (111) installed in the sorting module (300) is consistent with the processing technology information of the transfer box (101), and outputs an alarm signal when it is determined that they are inconsistent.

3. The eyewear order automated sorting system of claim 1, wherein: A display device (112) is installed on the outside of the transfer box (101), and the display device (112) is used to display identification information.

4. The eyewear order automated sorting system of any one of claims 1-3, wherein: The sorting module (300) includes a sorting robotic arm unit, which is a Cartesian coordinate robotic arm.

5. The eyewear order automated sorting system of claim 1, wherein: The identification module (200) further includes a receiving unit, which is used to communicate with the RFID reader (111) and to receive eyeglasses packaging order identification information transmitted by the RFID reader (111).

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