Track switching module

Abstract

The utility model provides a track switching module, which comprises a conveying track, a track switching module and a control module, wherein the conveying track extends along a first preset direction; the rail transfer trolley is in sliding connection with the conveying rail, the rail transfer trolley is movably arranged in the first preset direction, and the rail transfer trolley comprises a carrying component used for loading materials to be transferred; and the pushing component is provided with a pushing part movably connected with the materials, the pushing part is movably arranged in the second preset direction, and the second preset direction is perpendicular to the first preset direction. According to the rail switching module, through the flexible rail switching trolley design, the pushing component is introduced, and the technical problem that in the related technology, part of inspection equipment cannot be in automatic butt joint with a rail system is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, specifically to a track switching module. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, sample preparation equipment and analytical instruments are typically connected via a track system to automate sample transport. However, many laboratories' existing testing equipment lacks the necessary power transmission devices or automatic docking capabilities. When sample trays approach these testing devices, they cannot be directly transported into the testing equipment via the track. Due to the inability to achieve seamless automated docking, manual intervention is often required to transfer samples from the trays to the testing equipment. This method is not only labor-intensive but also significantly reduces the overall efficiency of sample transport and testing.

[0003] Therefore, existing technologies need further development. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned technical deficiencies and provide a track switching module to solve the technical problem that some inspection equipment in related technologies cannot automatically dock with the track system.

[0005] To achieve the above technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a track switching module is provided, comprising: a conveying track extending along a first preset direction; a track-changing trolley slidably connected to the conveying track, the track-changing trolley being movably arranged along the first preset direction, the track-changing trolley including a carrying component for loading materials to be transferred; and a pushing component having a pushing part movably connected to the materials, the pushing part being movably arranged along a second preset direction, wherein the second preset direction is perpendicular to the first preset direction.

[0006] Furthermore, the pushing unit includes a suction cup for sucking up or releasing materials, and the pushing component includes an air tube connected to the suction cup.

[0007] Furthermore, the pushing component includes: a mounting frame on which an air tube is mounted; a pushing drive mechanism including a pushing drive motor and a pushing transmission device connected to the pushing drive motor, the pushing transmission device being used to drive the mounting frame to move along a second preset direction; and a pushing slide rail extending along the second preset direction, the mounting frame being slidably connected to the pushing slide rail.

[0008] Furthermore, the pushing transmission device includes a pushing pulley set and a pushing belt. The input pulley of the pushing pulley set is driven and connected to the output shaft of the pushing drive motor, and the pushing belt is wound around the pushing pulley set.

[0009] Furthermore, the mounting frame includes: a mounting frame body, on which a push slide is slidably connected to a push slide rail, one end of the mounting frame body is fixedly connected to a push belt, and the other end of the mounting frame body is connected to a mounting component; and a mounting component, on which an air pipe is installed at the end away from the mounting frame body.

[0010] Furthermore, the transport component includes: a transport belt, which is rotatably arranged and extends along a second preset direction, and the material to be transferred is loaded on the transport belt; a transport pulley assembly, on which the transport belt is wound; and a transport motor, the output shaft of which drives the input wheel of the transport pulley assembly.

[0011] Furthermore, the transport component includes a first passage and a second passage for materials to enter or leave the transport component. The first passage and the second passage are spaced apart along a second preset direction. The transport component includes: an inlet sensor disposed at the first passage of the transport component; an outlet sensor disposed at the second passage of the transport component; and an intermediate sensor disposed between the inlet sensor and the outlet sensor.

[0012] Furthermore, the track switching module includes: a positioning component, which is fixedly mounted on the carrier component, and the positioning component includes a positioning plate protruding from the surface of the carrier component; and a positioning sensor, which is fixedly mounted on the frame of the track switching module and is used to sense the positioning component's position or departure status.

[0013] Furthermore, the track switching module includes a limiting member located at the end of the conveying track away from the pushing component. The limiting member includes a limiting groove that extends along a second preset direction. The limiting groove is used to accommodate at least a portion of the transport component, and a limiting outlet is provided on the side of the limiting groove near the pushing component.

[0014] Furthermore, the track switching module includes a cabinet, which includes: a first cavity, in which a conveying track, a track-changing trolley, and a pushing component are installed; and a second cavity, in which the first cavity and the second cavity are spaced apart, and the interior of the second cavity is hollow.

[0015] Beneficial effects:

[0016] 1. In the track switching module of this embodiment, the track-changing trolley can slide along the conveying track in a first preset direction and load the material to be transferred through the transport component. The precise movement of the track-changing trolley realizes the automatic transport of the material to the target inspection equipment. The pushing component is equipped with a pushing part, which can move along a second preset direction (perpendicular to the first preset direction) to transfer the material from the track-changing trolley to the inspection equipment or back to the track-changing trolley. This realizes seamless docking of the material from the track system to the inspection equipment without manual intervention, improving operational efficiency and accuracy. The track switching module in this embodiment solves the technical problem in related technologies that some inspection equipment cannot achieve automatic docking with the track system through the flexible track-changing trolley design and the introduction of the pushing component.

[0017] 2. By controlling the suction cup's suction and release actions through the air tube, a fully automated material transfer process can be achieved without manual intervention. The suction cup provides precise gripping force and is suitable for materials of various shapes and sizes, ensuring that materials will not slip or be damaged during the transfer process. Compared with other gripping methods such as mechanical clamps, the combination structure of the suction cup and air tube is relatively simple, compact, and occupies little space, which helps to simplify the design of the entire pushing component, making it more compact, lightweight, and efficient. By introducing a pushing unit composed of suction cup and air tube, precise material gripping and release are achieved, and the degree of automation is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the track switching module used in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the track switching module used in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 An enlarged view of point A in the image;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the track switching module used in this embodiment of the utility model from a second perspective;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the push component of the track switching module used in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the transport component of the track switching module used in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the transport component of the track switching module used in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0026] 10. Materials; 1. Conveying track; 2. Track changing trolley; 21. Carrying component; 3. Pushing component; 31. Pushing section; 32. Air pipe; 33. Mounting frame; 341. Pushing drive motor; 342. Pushing pulley assembly; 343. Pushing belt; 35. Pushing slide rail; 331. Mounting frame body; 332. Mounting component; 211. Carrying belt; 212. Inlet sensor; 213. Outlet sensor; 214. Intermediate sensor; 41. Positioning component; 411. Positioning plate; 42. Positioning sensor; 5. Limiting component; 51. Limiting groove; 52. Limiting outlet; 6. Cabinet; 61. First cavity; 62. Second cavity; 7. Anti-collision block; 8. Pneumatic pump. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0028] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a track switching module is provided. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 7 The system includes: a conveying track 1 extending along a first preset direction; a track-changing trolley 2 slidably connected to the conveying track 1 and movably arranged along the first preset direction, the track-changing trolley 2 including a carrying component 21 for loading the material 10 to be transferred; and a pushing component 3 having a pushing part 31 movably connected to the material 10 and movably arranged along a second preset direction, wherein the second preset direction is perpendicular to the first preset direction.

[0029] Specifically, the track-changing trolley 2 can slide along the conveying track 1 in a first preset direction and load the material 10 to be transferred through the transport component 21. The precise movement of the track-changing trolley 2 realizes the automatic transport of the material to the target inspection equipment. The pushing component 3 is equipped with a pushing part 31, which can move along a second preset direction (perpendicular to the first preset direction) to transfer the material 10 from the track-changing trolley 2 to the inspection equipment or back to the track-changing trolley 2. This realizes seamless docking of the material from the track system to the inspection equipment without manual intervention, improving operational efficiency and accuracy. In this embodiment, the track switching module solves the technical problem in related technologies that some inspection equipment cannot automatically dock with the track system through the flexible track-changing trolley design and the introduction of the pushing component.

[0030] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 2 or Figure 5 The pushing unit 31 includes a suction cup for sucking up or releasing material 10, and the pushing component 3 includes an air tube 32 connected to the suction cup. Thus, by controlling the suction and release actions of the suction cup through the air tube 32, a fully automated material transfer process can be achieved without manual intervention. Furthermore, the suction cup provides precise gripping force, suitable for materials 10 of various shapes and sizes, ensuring that the material will not slip or be damaged during transfer. Compared to other gripping methods such as mechanical clamps, the combination of the suction cup and air tube 32 is relatively simple, compact, and space-saving, helping to simplify the design of the entire pushing component 3, making it more compact, lightweight, and efficient. By introducing the pushing unit 31 composed of the suction cup and air tube 32, precise material gripping and release are achieved, improving the degree of automation.

[0031] Specifically, the track switching module includes a pneumatic pump 8, which is connected to an air pipe 32.

[0032] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 5 The pushing component 3 includes: a mounting frame 33 on which an air pipe 32 is mounted; a pushing drive mechanism including a pushing drive motor 341 and a pushing transmission device connected to the pushing drive motor 341, the pushing transmission device driving the mounting frame 33 to move along a second preset direction; and a pushing slide rail 35 extending along the second preset direction, with the mounting frame 33 slidably connected to the pushing slide rail 35. By setting the mounting frame 33, the air pipe 32 and the pushing part 31 can be mounted. Driving the mounting frame 33 along the second preset direction via the pushing drive motor 341 and the pushing transmission device enables precise control of the material position, achieving automatic material transfer and docking. The slidable connection between the mounting frame 33 and the pushing slide rail 35 reduces friction and wear during movement, making the entire pushing process more stable and reliable. Combined with components such as the air pipe 32 and suction cups, the entire pushing component 3 can achieve a fully automated material transfer process without manual intervention, improving work efficiency.

[0033] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 5 The pushing transmission device includes a pushing pulley assembly 342 and a pushing belt 343. The input pulley of the pushing pulley assembly 342 is drivenly connected to the output shaft of the pushing drive motor 341, and the pushing belt 343 is wound around the pushing pulley assembly 342. Through the combination of the pushing pulley assembly 342 and the pushing belt 343, a stable power transmission from the pushing drive motor 341 to the mounting frame 33 can be achieved, realizing a fully automated material transfer process without manual intervention.

[0034] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 5 The mounting frame 33 includes: a mounting frame body 331, on which a push slide is slidably connected to the push slide rail 35, one end of the mounting frame body 331 is fixedly connected to the push belt 343, and the other end of the mounting frame body 331 is connected to the mounting component 332; the mounting component 332 has an air pipe 32 installed at the end of the mounting component 332 away from the mounting frame body 331.

[0035] Specifically, the mounting frame body 331 extends along the height direction, the bottom of the mounting frame body 331 is clamped on the push belt 343 by a fixing block, the top of the mounting frame body 331 extends with the mounting component 332, the mounting component 332 is perpendicular to the mounting frame body 331, and the mounting component 332 extends toward the material 10 so that the suction cup can approach the material 10.

[0036] Specifically, the track switching module also includes a support frame for mounting the entire pushing component 3. The support frame is set on the track switching module at the position corresponding to the target inspection equipment. When the track-changing trolley 2 moves to the support frame, the track-changing trolley 2 stops moving horizontally, and the pushing belt 343 drives the pushing part 31 to approach the material 10, so that the pushing part 31 picks up the material 10. At the same time, the pushing part 31 continues to move towards the target inspection equipment along the second preset direction, so that the material 10 reaches the inspection position of the target inspection equipment and completes the automatic docking.

[0037] By setting up the mounting frame 33, the mounting frame body 331 is fixedly connected to the push belt 343. When the push belt 343 is driven by the push drive motor 341, the mounting frame 33 and the materials loaded on it can be accurately positioned and moved, realizing a fully automated material transfer process.

[0038] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 7 The transport component 21 includes: a transport belt 211, rotatably mounted and extending along a second preset direction, on which the material 10 to be transferred is loaded; a transport pulley assembly, on which the transport belt 211 is wound; and a transport motor, the output shaft of which drives the input pulley of the transport pulley assembly. Through this arrangement, the transport motor provides a power source, which is transmitted to the transport belt 211 via the transport pulley assembly, ensuring that the material can move at an appropriate speed and with stability, thus enabling the transport component 21 to transport the material 10.

[0039] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 6The transport component 21 includes a first passage and a second passage for material 10 to enter or exit the transport component 21. The first passage and the second passage are spaced apart along a second preset direction. The transport component 21 includes: an inlet sensor 212 disposed at the first passage; an outlet sensor 213 disposed at the second passage; and an intermediate sensor 214 disposed between the inlet sensor 212 and the outlet sensor 213. These features are used to identify and determine the specific position of material 10 within the transport component 21. Specifically, the inlet sensor 212 determines that material 10 has entered the transport component 21; the intermediate sensor 214 determines that material 10 has reached the engagement position with the pusher 31; and the outlet sensor 213 determines that material 10 has left or re-entered the transport component 21.

[0040] Specifically, the air tube 32 extends along the second preset direction. In order to ensure that the pusher 31 can accurately pick up the material 10, a part of the path on the transport component 21 is blocked by the air tube 32 and the pusher 31. Therefore, an intermediate sensor 214 is set. When the material 10 enters the transport component 21, the material 10 is continued to be transported along the second preset direction by the transport belt 211 until the intermediate sensor 214 senses the arrival of the material 10 and then stops transporting the material 10, so as to ensure that the pusher 31 can accurately pick up the material 10.

[0041] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 6 The track switching module includes: a positioning component 41, which is fixedly mounted on the carrier component 21 and includes a positioning plate 411 protruding from the surface of the carrier component 21; and a positioning sensor 42, which is fixedly mounted on the frame of the track switching module and is used to sense the position or departure status of the positioning component 41.

[0042] Specifically, the track switching module includes a conveyor belt and a conveyor motor for driving the conveyor belt. The conveyor motor is a stepper motor. By setting a positioning component 41 and a positioning sensor 42, the zero point position of the conveyor motor is identified, thereby further realizing precise position control of the track-changing trolley 2.

[0043] Specifically, the moving distance of the track-changing trolley 2 is obtained by recording the number of rotation steps of the conveyor motor. When the specified distance is reached, the track-changing trolley 2 arrives at the target inspection equipment. At this time, the track-changing trolley 2 is stopped, and then the pushing unit 31 is controlled to pick up the material 10.

[0044] Specifically, the conveying track 1 includes an inlet end and an outlet end that are arranged opposite to each other, and a pushing component 3 is provided at the outlet end.

[0045] Specifically, anti-collision blocks 7 are provided at the inlet and outlet ends of the conveying track 1. The anti-collision blocks 7 are made of elastic material and are used to limit the movement of the track-changing trolley 2.

[0046] Preferably, the inlet and outlet ends of the conveying track 1 are located at the beginning and end of the conveying track 1, respectively, and the support frame is located at the end of the track switching module.

[0047] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 3 The track switching module includes a limiting member 5, located at the end of the conveying track 1 away from the pushing component 3. The limiting member 5 includes a limiting groove 51 extending along a second preset direction. The limiting groove 51 is used to accommodate at least part of the carrying component 21. A limiting outlet 52 is provided on the side of the limiting groove 51 near the pushing component 3. The limiting member 5 is set at the inlet end of the conveying track 1. By setting the limiting member 5, when the material 10 enters the carrying component 21 from the previous stage equipment, it is used to stop the material 10 and prevent the material 10 from rushing out of the carrying component 21 under the action of inertia.

[0048] In the track switching module of this embodiment, see Figure 1 The track switching module includes a cabinet 6, which comprises: a first cavity 61, in which a conveyor track 1, a track-changing trolley 2, and a pushing component 3 are installed; and a second cavity 62, which is spaced apart from the first cavity 61 and is hollow inside. The second cavity 62 is located below the first cavity 61. The first cavity 61 is used to install the conveyor track 1, the track-changing trolley 2, and the pushing component 3, while the second cavity 62 forms a storage space for placing miscellaneous items.

[0049] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0050] Optionally, specific examples in this embodiment can refer to the examples described in the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0051] The sequence numbers of the embodiments in this application are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0052] In the above embodiments of this application, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0053] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this application, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A track switch module, characterized by include: A conveying track (1) extends along a first preset direction; A track-changing trolley (2) is slidably connected to the conveying track (1). The track-changing trolley (2) is movably arranged along a first preset direction. The track-changing trolley (2) includes a transport component (21) for loading materials (10) to be transferred. The pushing component (3) has a pushing part (31) that is movably connected to the material (10). The pushing part (31) is movably arranged along a second preset direction, wherein the second preset direction is perpendicular to the first preset direction.

2. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The pushing part (31) includes a suction cup for sucking up or releasing the material (10), and the pushing component (3) includes an air tube (32) connected to the suction cup.

3. The track switch module of claim 2, wherein, The pushing component (3) includes: Mounting bracket (33), on which the air tube (32) is mounted; The push drive mechanism includes a push drive motor (341) and a push transmission device that is driven and connected to the push drive motor (341). The push transmission device is used to drive the mounting bracket (33) to move along a second preset direction. A push slide rail (35) extends along a second preset direction, and the mounting bracket (33) is slidably connected to the push slide rail (35).

4. The track switch module of claim 3, wherein, The pushing transmission device includes a pushing pulley set (342) and a pushing belt (343). The input pulley of the pushing pulley set (342) is driven to the output shaft of the pushing drive motor (341), and the pushing belt (343) is wound around the pushing pulley set (342).

5. The track switch module of claim 4, wherein, The mounting bracket (33) includes: Mounting frame body (331), on which a push slide is slidably connected to the push slide rail (35) is mounted. One end of the mounting frame body (331) is fixedly connected to the push belt (343), and the other end of the mounting frame body (331) is connected to the mounting component (332). The mounting component (332) has the air pipe (32) mounted on one end away from the mounting frame body (331).

6. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The carrier component (21) includes: A transport belt (211) is rotatably arranged and extends along a second preset direction. The transport belt (211) is loaded with materials (10) to be transferred. A transport pulley assembly, on which the transport belt (211) is wound. A carrier motor, the output shaft of which drives the input wheel of the carrier pulley assembly.

7. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The transport component (21) includes a first passage and a second passage for materials (10) to enter or exit the transport component (21), the first passage and the second passage are spaced apart along a second preset direction, and the transport component (21) includes: An inlet sensor (212) is disposed at the first passage of the transport component (21); An outlet sensor (213) is provided at the second port of the carrier component (21); An intermediate sensor (214) is disposed between the inlet sensor (212) and the outlet sensor (213).

8. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The track switching module includes: Positioning component (41), which is fixedly mounted on the carrier component (21), includes a positioning plate (411) protruding from the surface of the carrier component (21). Positioning sensor (42) is fixedly installed on the frame of the track switching module. The positioning sensor (42) is used to sense the position or departure status of the positioning component (41).

9. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The track switching module includes a limiting member (5), which is located at one end of the conveying track (1) away from the pushing member (3). The limiting member (5) includes a limiting groove (51), which extends along a second preset direction. The limiting groove (51) is used to accommodate at least part of the carrying member (21). A limiting outlet (52) is provided on the side of the limiting groove (51) near the pushing member (3).

10. The track switch module of claim 1, wherein, The track switching module includes a cabinet (6), and the cabinet (6) includes: The first cavity (61) is equipped with the conveying track (1), the track-changing trolley (2) and the pushing component (3). The second cavity (62) is provided with the first cavity (61) and the second cavity (62) spaced apart, and the interior of the second cavity (62) is hollow.

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