Automatic hub cap blank forming and cutting device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic hub cap blank forming and cutting device which comprises a stamping device, a cooling device and a cutting and cap conveying device, and the cutting and cap conveying device comprises a cutting device and a cap conveying device. The blank collecting device comprises a packaging support and a packaging conveying device. The intelligent clamping robot is used for clamping the primary machining blank from the stamping device to the cooling device and clamping the primary machining blank from the cooling device to the cutting and cover conveying device; according to the utility model, close connection and seamless joint among links are realized, manual intervention and waiting time are reduced, continuity and stability of a production process are improved, and powerful support is provided for rapid development of the electric vehicle industry.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric vehicle parts technology, and in particular to an automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device. Background Technology

[0002] Against the backdrop of the rapid development of the electric vehicle industry, the market demand for electric vehicle hubcaps, as a key component, continues to grow. However, traditional production methods for electric vehicle hubcap blanks suffer from numerous bottlenecks, particularly low production efficiency, which severely restricts the industry's further development. Traditional production methods often rely on manual operation and semi-automated equipment, with weak connections between various production stages, resulting in long production cycles, high costs, and difficulty in meeting the demands of large-scale production. Therefore, improving the production efficiency of electric vehicle hubcap blanks and achieving fully automated operation has become a pressing technical challenge for the industry.

[0003] To address the low production efficiency of electric vehicle hubcap blanks, the industry has undertaken a series of technological explorations. For example, Chinese patent application number 202122711670.2 discloses a cutting device for end caps of electric bicycle hub motors, which improves the efficiency of the cutting process through automated design. However, this device only focuses on automating the cutting process and does not integrate upstream and downstream processes such as forming, cooling, and collection, resulting in the need for manual intervention in the production process and limited improvement in overall production efficiency.

[0004] Similarly, Chinese patent application number 202122004866.8 discloses a wheel hub production line blank cooling device, which improves production efficiency by optimizing the cooling process. However, this device is also limited to a single stage, failing to address the issue of fully automated process integration and lacking an intelligent transfer mechanism, resulting in insufficient production continuity. Both of these prior art documents demonstrate that traditional electric vehicle hubcap blank production methods still have significant room for improvement in terms of production efficiency.

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need for an automated hubcap blank forming and cutting device. This device integrates multiple processes such as stamping, cooling, cutting, and collection, achieving close connection and seamless integration between each process. It reduces manual intervention and waiting time, improves the continuity and stability of the production process, significantly shortens the production cycle of electric vehicle hubcap blanks, increases production efficiency, reduces production costs, and provides strong support for the rapid development of the electric vehicle industry. Utility Model Content

[0006] This utility model provides an automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device, comprising:

[0007] A stamping device is used to stamp raw blanks into primary processed blanks.

[0008] Cooling device, used to dissipate heat and cool the newly formed primary processed blank;

[0009] A cutting and transferring device includes a cutting device and a transferring device. The cutting device is used to cut cooled primary processed blanks into secondary processed blanks, and the transferring device is used to remove the secondary processed blanks from the cutting device.

[0010] The blank collection device includes a container support and a container conveying device. The container support is used to collect secondary processed blanks, and the container conveying device is used to transport the secondary processed blanks from the cover transfer device to the container support.

[0011] Intelligent clamping robots are used to clamp primary processed blanks from the stamping device to the cooling device, and to clamp primary processed blanks from the cooling device to the cutting and conveying device.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a blank turntable for placing the original blank and rotating it to a position where it can be held by the intelligent gripping arm;

[0013] The blank turntable includes a turntable base and a turntable body rotatably connected to the turntable base. Multiple limiting components for placing the original blank are arrayed on the turntable body. The limiting components include multiple limiting rods fixedly connected to the turntable body, and the limiting rods are arranged around the original blank.

[0014] Furthermore, the stamping device includes a stabilizing plate and a high-pressure power unit. A stamping die is provided on the stabilizing plate, and the high-pressure power unit includes a stamping column that moves toward the stamping die. A stamping mold corresponding to the stamping die is provided on the stamping column.

[0015] Furthermore, the cooling device includes a cooling tank and a cooling clamping arm slidably connected to the cooling tank, wherein the cooling tank contains coolant.

[0016] Furthermore, the cutting device includes a base support, a fixed cover bottom cutting die and a cutting support fixedly connected to the base support, and a cutting mechanism covering the fixed cover bottom cutting die is provided on the cutting support. The cutting mechanism includes a guide plate slidably connected to the cutting support and a hydraulic drive device for driving the guide plate to slide relative to the fixed cover bottom cutting die, as well as a cutting motor fixedly connected to the cutting support. An upper cutting cover die and a clamping device that cooperate with the fixed cover bottom cutting die are provided on the guide plate, as well as a clamping chamber for accommodating the clamping device. A clamping through hole is provided at the center of the upper cutting cover die, and the clamping device is located in the clamping chamber.

[0017] The base support includes a base platform, a base support leg is provided under the base platform, a fixed cover boss is provided on the base platform, the fixed cover bottom cutting mold is fixedly connected to the fixed cover boss, a material dropping opening is provided on both sides of the fixed cover boss on the base platform, and a material dropping frame corresponding to the material dropping opening is provided below the base platform.

[0018] The cutting support includes multiple cutting pillars that are fixedly connected to the base platform and the cutting motor, and the cutting pillars limit the sliding range of the guide plate.

[0019] Furthermore, the cover transfer device includes a cover transfer bracket disposed on one side of the cutting device, a slide plate assembly disposed on the cover transfer bracket, and a cover placement component for receiving the disc brake cover disposed on the slide plate assembly, wherein the cover placement component is slidably arranged directly below the upper cut cover mold via the slide plate assembly.

[0020] The slide assembly includes a first track portion disposed on the cover support and a first sliding plate disposed on the first track portion. A second track portion is disposed on the first sliding plate, a second sliding plate is disposed on the second track portion, and a cover placement assembly is disposed on the second sliding plate.

[0021] The cover placement assembly includes a cover placement elongated plate rotatably connected to the second sliding plate and a rotating device for driving the cover placement elongated plate to rotate relative to the second sliding plate. Cover placement components are provided at both ends of the cover placement elongated plate.

[0022] Furthermore, a container support is set at one end of the cover transfer device. The container support includes a support base and multiple fixed rods arranged in an array on the support base. The fixed rods are fixedly connected to the support base.

[0023] Furthermore, the container conveying device is located at the end of the container support away from the cover conveying device. The container conveying device includes a conveying support, on which a conveying assembly is mounted. The conveying assembly includes a first conveying track mounted on the conveying support, a first conveying guide rod slidably connected to the first conveying track, a second conveying track mounted on the first conveying guide rod, a second conveying guide rod slidably connected to the second conveying track, and a gripping guide rod passing through the second conveying guide rod. A gripping device for gripping the secondary processing blank is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod. The sliding trajectories of the first conveying guide rod, the second conveying guide rod, and the gripping guide rod are perpendicular to each other in space.

[0024] The cover placement component is slidably arranged below the moving range of the container transport device via a sliding plate assembly.

[0025] Furthermore, a sliding hole for accommodating the stationary rod is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod.

[0026] Furthermore, the intelligent gripping robot includes a multi-joint robotic arm and a servo drive system for grasping and placing objects at any angle in three-dimensional space, as well as a control module. The control module is equipped with a trajectory planning algorithm, and a gripper is provided at one end of the multi-joint robotic arm.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0028] This invention realizes the automated molding, cooling, cutting, and collection of the entire process from raw material to secondary processed material. Each link is closely connected, reducing manual intervention and waiting time, and greatly improving production efficiency.

[0029] Automated operation reduces human intervention and the labor intensity of workers. Workers no longer need to perform repetitive handling and processing tasks for extended periods; they only need to monitor and maintain the equipment, thus reducing manpower requirements and lowering labor costs for enterprises. At the same production scale, automated equipment can replace multiple workers, improving the economic efficiency of enterprises.

[0030] Automated operation avoids workers' direct contact with high-temperature, high-speed mechanical equipment, reducing the probability of workplace accidents. The entire production process is controlled by automated equipment such as intelligent clamping robots, making the production process more controllable and facilitating enterprise management and monitoring of the production process.

[0031] In automated production, the processing parameters of each stage can be precisely set and recorded, which facilitates product quality traceability and quality control. Once a quality problem occurs, the problematic stage can be quickly located and corresponding solutions can be taken. Attached Figure Description

[0032] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention.

[0033] In the attached image:

[0034] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of an automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device Figure 1 ;

[0035] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of an automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device Figure 2 ;

[0036] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cutting and conveying device and the blank collection device;

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting and conveying device;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting device;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the cutting device;

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the cover transfer device;

[0041] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a raw material collection device. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The technical solution of this utility model will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0043] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this utility model provides an automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device, comprising:

[0044] The stamping device 10 is used to stamp the original blank into a primary processed blank;

[0045] Cooling device 20 is used to dissipate heat and cool the newly formed primary processed blank;

[0046] The cutting and transferring device 3000 includes a cutting device 3100 and a transferring device 3200. The cutting device 3100 is used to cut the cooled primary processing blank into a secondary processing blank, and the transferring device 3200 is used to remove the secondary processing blank from the cutting device 3100.

[0047] The blank collection device 400 includes a container support 410 and a container conveying device 420. The container support 410 is used to collect secondary processing blanks, and the container conveying device 420 is used to transport the secondary processing blanks from the cover transfer device 3200 to the container support 410.

[0048] The intelligent clamping robot 50 is used to clamp the primary processed blank from the stamping device 10 to the cooling device 20, and to clamp the primary processed blank from the cooling device 20 to the cutting and conveying device 3000.

[0049] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, a blank turntable 60 is also included, which is used to place the original blank and rotate the original blank to a position that can be clamped by the intelligent clamping arm;

[0050] The blank turntable 60 includes a turntable base 61 and a turntable body 62 rotatably connected to the turntable base 61. Multiple limiting components 63 for placing raw blanks are arrayed on the turntable body 62. The limiting components 63 include multiple limiting rods 64 fixedly connected to the turntable body 62. The limiting rods 64 are arranged around the raw blanks.

[0051] In this embodiment, the blank turntable 60 is used to place the original blank and rotate it to a position where it can be held by the intelligent clamping arm, thereby realizing the automatic feeding of the original blank.

[0052] Specifically, the blank turntable 60 includes a turntable base 61 and a turntable body 62 rotatably connected to the turntable base 61. Multiple limiting components 63 for placing the original blank are arrayed on the turntable body 62. Each limiting component 63 consists of multiple limiting rods 64 fixedly connected to the turntable body 62. The limiting rods 64 are arranged around the original blank. This design ensures the stable placement of the original blank on the turntable, preventing displacement or falling during rotation and improving the accuracy and stability of the feeding process.

[0053] In some embodiments, to further enhance the intelligence of the turntable, sensors are installed on it to detect whether there is raw material in each limit component and feed the information back to the control system. When there is no material in a certain limit component, the control system can issue an alarm to prompt the operator to replenish the material, or automatically control the turntable to rotate to a position where there is material for feeding. In addition, the turntable can be designed with adjustable speed and rotation angle to adapt to the requirements of different production cycles and feeding positions.

[0054] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the stamping device 10 includes a stabilizing plate 11 and a high-pressure power device 13. A stamping die 12 is provided on the stabilizing plate 11. The high-pressure power device 13 includes a stamping column 14 that moves toward the stamping die 12. A stamping mold 15 corresponding to the stamping die 12 is provided on the stamping column 14.

[0055] In this embodiment, the stamping device 10 stamps the original blank into a primary processing blank, which is the starting step of the entire processing flow and provides a basic shape for subsequent cooling and cutting processes.

[0056] Specifically, the stamping device 10 includes a stabilizing plate 11 and a high-pressure power unit 13. A stamping die 12 is mounted on the stabilizing plate 11, and the high-pressure power unit 13 includes a stamping column 14 that moves toward the stamping die 12. A stamping mold 15 corresponding to the stamping die 12 is mounted on the stamping column 14. During the stamping process, the high-pressure power unit 13 drives the stamping column 14 to move the stamping mold 15 toward the stamping die 12, applying pressure to the original blank and causing it to undergo plastic deformation, thereby forming a primary processed blank. The stabilizing plate 11 serves to fix the stamping die 12, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the stamping process.

[0057] In some embodiments, to improve stamping quality and efficiency, temperature and pressure sensors are installed on the stamping die and the stamping mold. The temperature sensor monitors the die temperature; when the temperature is too high, the control system automatically activates the cooling system to cool the die, preventing blank deformation or die damage due to overheating. The pressure sensor monitors pressure changes in real time during the stamping process; when abnormal pressure occurs, the control system adjusts the output of the high-pressure power unit promptly to ensure stable stamping quality. Furthermore, the stamping die can be designed to be replaceable, allowing for quick replacement of the appropriate die according to different electric vehicle hubcap models, improving the device's versatility.

[0058] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the cooling device 20 includes a cooling tank 21 and a cooling clamping arm 22 slidably connected to the cooling tank 21, and the cooling tank 21 contains coolant.

[0059] In this embodiment, the cooling device 20 dissipates heat and cools the newly formed primary processing blank to prevent the blank from deforming due to excessive temperature or affecting the quality of subsequent processing.

[0060] Specifically, the cooling device 20 includes a cooling tank 21 and a cooling clamping arm 22 slidably connected to the cooling tank 21. The cooling tank 21 contains coolant. The intelligent clamping robot 50 places the primary processed workpiece on the cooling clamping arm 22, which then moves the workpiece through the cooling tank 21, ensuring full contact between the workpiece and the coolant for rapid heat dissipation and cooling. The design of the cooling clamping arm 22 facilitates the placement and movement of the workpiece within the cooling tank 21, improving cooling efficiency.

[0061] In some embodiments, to improve the cooling effect, a stirring device is installed in the cooling tank to keep the coolant in a flowing state and accelerate heat transfer. Simultaneously, a temperature monitoring device can be installed to monitor the coolant temperature in real time. When the temperature is too high, the cooling system is automatically activated to cool the coolant, ensuring the stability of the cooling effect. Furthermore, the cooling clamping arms can be made of corrosion-resistant materials to extend their service life.

[0062] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, in this embodiment, the cutting device 3100 includes a base support 3110, a fixed cover bottom cutting mold 3118 fixedly connected to the base support 3110, and a cutting support 3120. A cutting mechanism 3122 covering the fixed cover bottom cutting mold 3118 is provided on the cutting support 3120. The cutting mechanism 3122 includes a guide cutting plate 3126 slidably connected to the cutting support 3120 and a hydraulic drive device 3127 that drives the guide cutting plate 3126 to slide relative to the fixed cover bottom cutting mold 3118, as well as a cutting motor 3123 fixedly connected to the cutting support 3120. An upper cutting cover mold 3128 that cooperates with the fixed cover bottom cutting mold 3118 and a clamping device 3125 are provided on the guide cutting plate 3126, as well as a clamping chamber 3124 that accommodates the clamping device 3125. A clamping through hole 3129 is provided at the center of the upper cutting cover mold 3128, and the clamping device 3125 is disposed in the clamping chamber 3124.

[0063] The base support 3110 includes a base platform 3111, a base support leg 3113 is provided under the base platform 3111, a fixed cover boss 3114 is provided on the base platform 3111, a fixed cover bottom cutting die 3118 is fixedly connected to the fixed cover boss 3114, a blanking opening 3112 is provided on the base platform 3111 located on both sides of the fixed cover boss 3114, a blanking basket 3116 corresponding to the blanking opening 3112 is provided below the base platform 3111, and a blanking slope 3115 corresponding to the fixed cover bottom cutting die 3118 is provided on the fixed cover boss 3114.

[0064] The cutting bracket 3120 includes multiple cutting support columns 3121 that are fixedly connected to the base platform 3111 and the cutting motor 3123. The cutting support columns 3121 limit the sliding range of the guide plate 3126.

[0065] In this embodiment, the cutting device 3100 cuts the cooled primary processing blank into a secondary processing blank, which is the core part of the forming and cutting device 3100 and determines the shape and dimensional accuracy of the final product.

[0066] Specifically, the cutting device 3100 includes a base support 3110, a fixed-cover bottom cutting die 3118 fixedly connected to the base support 3110, and a cutting bracket 3120. The base support 3110 includes a base platform 3111, with base legs 3113 provided under the base platform 3111 to ensure the stability of the device. A fixed-cover boss 3114 is provided on the base platform 3111, and the fixed-cover bottom cutting die 3118 is fixedly connected to the fixed-cover boss 3114 to provide a reference for cutting. Discharge openings 3112 are provided on the base platform 3111 on both sides of the fixed-cover boss 3114, and a discharge basket 3116 corresponding to the discharge openings 3112 is provided below the base platform 3111 to collect waste generated during the cutting process. The cutting bracket 3120 includes multiple cutting supports 3121 fixedly connected to the base platform 3111 and the cutting motor 3123, limiting the sliding range of the guide plate 3126. A cutting mechanism 3122 is provided on the cutting support 3120 and covers the fixed bottom cutting die 3118. The cutting mechanism 3122 includes a guide cutting plate 3126 slidably connected to the cutting support 3120, a hydraulic drive device 3127 for driving the guide cutting plate 3126 to slide relative to the fixed bottom cutting die 3118, and a cutting motor 3123 fixedly connected to the cutting support 3120. The guide cutting plate 3126 is provided with an upper cutting die 3128 that cooperates with the fixed bottom cutting die 3118 and a clamping device 3125, as well as a clamping chamber 3124 for accommodating the clamping device 3125. A clamping through hole 3129 is provided at the center of the upper cutting die 3128, and the clamping device 3125 is disposed in the clamping chamber 3124. The cutting motor 3123 drives the cutting tool to cut the primary processed blank. The hydraulic drive device 3127 drives the guide cutting plate 3126 to move the upper cutting cover mold 3128 downward, which works with the fixed cover bottom cutting mold 3118 to complete the cutting action. The clamping device 3125 is used to fix the blank and ensure the stability of the cutting process.

[0067] In some embodiments, to improve cutting accuracy and efficiency, a wear monitoring device is installed on the cutting tool to monitor the tool's wear in real time. When the tool wears to a certain extent, an alarm is automatically issued to prompt tool replacement. Simultaneously, the movement trajectory of the cutting mechanism can be optimized, and a more precise control system can be adopted to reduce errors during the cutting process. Furthermore, a protective cover can be installed around the cutting device to prevent waste material from splashing during cutting, ensuring operator safety.

[0068] like Figures 1 to 4 ,and Figure 7As shown, in this embodiment, the cover transfer device 3200 includes a cover transfer bracket 3210 disposed on one side of the cutting device 3100, a slide plate assembly 3211 disposed on the cover transfer bracket 3210, and a cover placement member 3223 for receiving the disc brake cover disposed on the slide plate assembly 3211. The cover placement member 3223 is slidably arranged directly below the upper cut cover mold 3128 via the slide plate assembly 3211.

[0069] The slide assembly 3211 includes a first track portion 3212 disposed on the cover support 3210 and a first sliding plate 3213 disposed on the first track portion 3212. A second track portion 3214 is disposed on the first sliding plate 3213. A second sliding plate 3215 is disposed on the second track portion 3214. A cover placement assembly 3220 is disposed on the second sliding plate 3215.

[0070] The cover placement assembly 3220 includes a cover placement elongated plate 3221 rotatably connected to the second sliding plate 3215 and a rotating device 3222 for driving the cover placement elongated plate 3221 to rotate relative to the second sliding plate 3215. Cover placement components 3223 are provided at both ends of the cover placement elongated plate 3221.

[0071] In this embodiment, the cover transfer device 3200 removes the secondary processing blank from the cutting device 3100 to prepare for subsequent blank collection.

[0072] Specifically, the cover transfer device 3200 includes a cover transfer bracket 3210 disposed on one side of the cutting device 3100. A sliding plate assembly 3211 is disposed on the cover transfer bracket 3210, and a cover placement component 3223 for receiving the disc brake cover is disposed on the sliding plate assembly 3211. The cover placement component 3223 is slidably arranged directly below the upper cutting die 3128 via the sliding plate assembly 3211. After cutting is completed, the sliding plate assembly 3211 moves the cover placement component 3223 to below the upper cutting die 3128. The clamping device 3125 releases the secondary processing blank, which falls into the cover placement component 3223. Then, the sliding plate assembly 3211 removes the cover placement component 3223 from the cutting device 3100, thus realizing the transfer of the secondary processing blank.

[0073] In some embodiments, to improve the flexibility and reliability of the cover transfer device, a position sensor is installed on the slide assembly to precisely control the movement position of the cover placement component. Simultaneously, the structure of the slide assembly can be optimized by using more wear-resistant and stable materials to reduce errors and malfunctions during transmission. Furthermore, a buffer device can be provided around the cover transfer device to prevent the cover placement component from colliding during movement.

[0074] like Figures 1 to 3 ,and Figure 8As shown, in this embodiment, the container support 410 is disposed at one end of the cover transfer device 3200. The container support 410 includes a support base 411 and multiple fixed rods 412 arranged in an array on the support base 411. The fixed rods 412 are fixedly connected to the support base 411.

[0075] In this embodiment, the container support 410 is used to store secondary processing blanks, providing space for centralized storage of the blanks.

[0076] Specifically, the container support 410 is located at one end of the cover conveying device 3200, and includes a support base 411 and multiple fixed rods 412 arranged in an array on the support base 411. The fixed rods 412 are fixedly connected to the support base 411. The secondary processing blanks are placed on the fixed rods 412 by the container conveying device 420 to achieve neat storage.

[0077] In some embodiments, to improve the storage capacity and stability of the container rack, the number and height of the fixing rods are increased according to actual production needs. Meanwhile, markings are placed on the fixing rods to facilitate the differentiation and management of secondary processed blanks from different batches or models. Furthermore, dust covers are installed on the container rack to prevent the blanks from being contaminated by dust or other pollutants during storage.

[0078] like Figures 1 to 3 ,and Figure 8 As shown, in this embodiment, the container conveying device 420 is located at the end of the container support 410 away from the cover conveying device 3200. The container conveying device 420 includes a conveying support 421, on which a conveying assembly 4220 is provided. The conveying assembly 4220 includes a first conveying track 4221 disposed on the conveying support 421, a first conveying guide rod 4222 slidably connected to the first conveying track 4221, a second conveying track 4223 disposed on the first conveying guide rod 4222, a second conveying guide rod 4224 slidably connected to the second conveying track 4223, and a gripping guide rod 4225 passing through the second conveying guide rod 4224. A gripping device 4226 for gripping secondary processing blanks is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod 4225. The sliding trajectories of the first conveying guide rod 4222, the second conveying guide rod 4224, and the gripping guide rod 4225 are perpendicular to each other in space.

[0079] The cover placement component 3223 is slidably arranged below the activity range of the container conveying device 420 via the slide plate assembly 3211, and a sliding hole for accommodating the fixed rod 412 is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod 4225.

[0080] In this embodiment, the container conveying device 420 transports the secondary processing blanks from the cover transfer device 3200 to the container support 410, thereby realizing the automated collection of the blanks.

[0081] Specifically, the container conveying device 420 is located at one end of the container support 410 away from the cover conveying device 3200, and includes a conveying support 421 on which a conveying component 4220 is provided. The conveying assembly 4220 includes a first conveying track 4221 mounted on the conveying bracket 421, a first conveying guide rod 4222 slidably connected to the first conveying track 4221, a second conveying track 4223 mounted on the first conveying guide rod 4222, a second conveying guide rod 4224 slidably connected to the second conveying track 4223, and a gripping guide rod 4225 passing through the second conveying guide rod 4224. A gripping device 4226 for gripping secondary processing blanks is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod 4225. The sliding trajectories of the first conveying guide rod 4222, the second conveying guide rod 4224, and the gripping guide rod 4225 are perpendicular to each other in space. Through sliding in three directions, the gripping device 4226 can move flexibly in space, accurately conveying the secondary processing blanks from the cover transfer device 3200 to the stationary rod 412 of the container bracket 410.

[0082] In some embodiments, to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the container conveying device, encoders and sensors are installed on the conveying track to monitor the position and movement of each guide rod in real time, achieving precise control. Simultaneously, the design of the gripping device is optimized, employing a more reliable gripping method to prevent the raw material from falling during transport. Furthermore, a fault diagnosis system can be installed on the container conveying device to promptly detect and address equipment malfunctions, ensuring continuous production.

[0083] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the intelligent gripping robot 50 includes a multi-joint robotic arm 51 that enables grasping and placing at any angle in three-dimensional space, a servo drive system, and a control module. The control module is equipped with a trajectory planning algorithm, and one end of the multi-joint robotic arm 51 is equipped with a gripper.

[0084] In this embodiment, the intelligent clamping robot 50 is used to clamp the primary processed blank from the stamping device 10 to the cooling device 20, and to clamp the primary processed blank from the cooling device 20 to the cutting and transferring device 3000, thereby realizing the automatic transfer of the blank between different processes.

[0085] Specifically, the intelligent gripping robot 50 includes a multi-joint robotic arm 51 capable of grasping and placing materials at any angle in three-dimensional space, a servo drive system, and a control module. The control module is equipped with a trajectory planning algorithm, and a gripper is provided at one end of the multi-joint robotic arm 51. Through the trajectory planning algorithm, the multi-joint robotic arm 51 can accurately and quickly complete the grasping and placement of blanks, thereby improving production efficiency.

[0086] In some embodiments, to improve the adaptability and flexibility of the intelligent gripping robot, a more advanced vision recognition system is employed to accurately identify the position and orientation of the blank, achieving more precise gripping. Simultaneously, the performance of the servo drive system is optimized to improve the movement speed and accuracy of the robotic arm. Furthermore, force sensors are installed on the intelligent gripping robot to monitor the gripping force in real time, preventing damage to the blank or failure to grip due to excessive or insufficient gripping force.

[0087] This utility model has many application scenarios, including but not limited to the following described scenarios:

[0088] This device is suitable for companies that mass-produce electric vehicle hubcaps. As the electric vehicle market continues to expand, the demand for hubcaps is also increasing. The automated electric vehicle hubcap blank forming and cutting device can meet the needs of companies for large-scale, efficient production. Companies can integrate this device into their existing production lines to achieve automated production from raw materials to finished products, thereby improving their production capacity and market competitiveness.

[0089] Besides electric vehicle hubcaps, this device, with appropriate adjustments and modifications, can also be used to process other types of automotive component blanks. Automotive component manufacturers can utilize this device to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and meet automakers' requirements for component quality and supply.

[0090] This equipment also offers advantages for customized production of electric vehicle hubcaps with specific requirements. By adjusting components such as stamping dies and cutting dies, hubcap blanks of different specifications and shapes can be produced quickly to meet customers' individual needs. At the same time, automated production ensures both the quality and efficiency of customized products.

Claims

1. An automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus, comprising: include: A stamping device is used to stamp raw blanks into primary processed blanks. Cooling device, used to dissipate heat and cool the newly formed primary processed blank; A cutting and transferring device includes a cutting device and a transferring device. The cutting device is used to cut a cooled primary processing blank into a secondary processing blank, and the transferring device is used to remove the secondary processing blank from the cutting device. The blank collection device includes a container support and a container conveying device. The container support is used to collect secondary processed blanks, and the container conveying device is used to transport the secondary processed blanks from the cover transfer device to the container support. Intelligent clamping robots are used to clamp primary processed blanks from the stamping device to the cooling device, and to clamp primary processed blanks from the cooling device to the cutting and conveying device.

2. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a blank turntable for placing raw blanks and rotating them to a position where they can be held by the smart gripping arm; The blank turntable includes a turntable base and a turntable body rotatably connected to the turntable base. Multiple limiting components for placing the original blank are arranged in an array on the turntable body. The limiting components include multiple limiting rods fixedly connected to the turntable body, and the limiting rods are arranged around the original blank.

3. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 2, wherein, The stamping device includes a stabilizing plate and a high-pressure power unit. A stamping die is provided on the stabilizing plate, and the high-pressure power unit includes a stamping column that moves toward the stamping die. A stamping mold corresponding to the stamping die is provided on the stamping column.

4. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 3, wherein, The cooling device includes a cooling tank and a cooling clamping arm slidably connected to the cooling tank, and the cooling tank contains coolant.

5. The automated hub cover blank forming and cutting device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cutting device includes a base support, a fixed cover bottom cutting die and a cutting support fixedly connected to the base support. A cutting mechanism covering the fixed cover bottom cutting die is provided on the cutting support. The cutting mechanism includes a guide plate slidably connected to the cutting support and a hydraulic drive device for driving the guide plate to slide relative to the fixed cover bottom cutting die, as well as a cutting motor fixedly connected to the cutting support. An upper cutting cover die and a clamping device that cooperate with the fixed cover bottom cutting die are provided on the guide plate, as well as a clamping chamber that houses the clamping device. A clamping through hole is provided at the center of the upper cutting cover die, and the clamping device is located in the clamping chamber.

6. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 5, wherein, The cover transfer device includes a cover transfer bracket disposed on one side of the cutting device, a slide plate assembly disposed on the cover transfer bracket, and a cover placement component for receiving disc brake covers disposed on the slide plate assembly, wherein the cover placement component is slidably arranged directly below the upper cut cover mold via the slide plate assembly.

7. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 6, wherein, The container support is set at one end of the cover transfer device. The container support includes a support base and multiple fixed rods arranged in an array on the support base. The fixed rods are fixedly connected to the support base.

8. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 7, wherein, The container conveying device is located at the end of the container support away from the cover conveying device. The container conveying device includes a conveying support, on which a conveying assembly is mounted. The conveying assembly includes a first conveying track mounted on the conveying support, a first conveying guide rod slidably connected to the first conveying track, a second conveying track mounted on the first conveying guide rod, a second conveying guide rod slidably connected to the second conveying track, and a gripping guide rod passing through the second conveying guide rod. A gripping device for gripping secondary processing blanks is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod. The sliding trajectories of the first conveying guide rod, the second conveying guide rod, and the gripping guide rod are perpendicular to each other in space. The cover placement component is slidably arranged below the moving range of the container transport device via a sliding plate assembly.

9. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 8, wherein, A sliding hole for accommodating the stationary rod is provided at the lower end of the gripping guide rod.

10. The automated hub cap blank forming and cutting apparatus of claim 9, wherein, The intelligent gripping robot includes a multi-joint robotic arm and a servo drive system that enable grasping and placement at any angle in three-dimensional space, as well as a control module. The control module is equipped with a trajectory planning algorithm, and a gripper is provided at one end of the multi-joint robotic arm.

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