Automatic dumping dustbin device and unmanned sweeper
By designing an automatic garbage bin emptying device, the coordinated movement of the lifting arm and the tilting arm is used to achieve automatic emptying of the garbage bin, which solves the problem of manual emptying of garbage bins in unmanned sweepers, and achieves stable emptying and extended service life.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI ECAR TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing unmanned sweepers require manual emptying of the garbage bins when they are full, and the emptying devices are complex and unstable, which can easily lead to garbage spillage.
An automatic dumping garbage bin device was designed, including a support frame, a garbage bin, a lifting assembly, and a dumping assembly. The garbage bin is automatically dumped by the coordinated movement of the lifting arm and the tilting arm, ensuring that the garbage bin remains vertical and stable during the dumping process and preventing garbage from spilling.
It achieves automatic garbage dumping, saving labor costs. The garbage bin moves smoothly, preventing garbage from spilling and extending the service life of the device.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of garbage dumping bin technology, and in particular to an automatic garbage dumping device and an unmanned sweeper. Background Technology
[0002] Unmanned sweeping vehicles are capable of cleaning roads, squares, parks, and other public places without human intervention. However, existing unmanned sweeping vehicles typically only automatically sweep garbage into the garbage bin, which still requires manual emptying once full, resulting in high labor costs. Although some newer unmanned sweeping vehicles can automatically dump garbage, the dumping device is complex, and the garbage bin is unstable during the dumping process, making it easy for garbage to spill.
[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop an automatic garbage bin emptying device and an unmanned sweeping vehicle to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The first objective of this invention is to provide an automatic garbage bin disposal device that can automatically dispose of garbage, saving labor costs; the garbage bin moves smoothly during the disposal process, preventing garbage from spilling; and it has a long service life.
[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] An automatic trash can emptying device includes:
[0007] support;
[0008] Trash can;
[0009] The lifting assembly includes two first drive members and two lifting arms. The two lifting arms are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin, and the two ends of each lifting arm are rotatably connected to a first position of the bracket and a second position of the garbage bin. The two first drive members are fixed to the bracket, and their output ends are respectively connected to the lifting arms on the corresponding sides.
[0010] The tilting assembly includes a second drive member and a tilting arm. The two ends of the tilting arm are rotatably connected to the third position of the bracket and the fourth position of the garbage bin, respectively. The second drive member is fixed to the bracket and its output end is connected to the tilting arm. The first position and the third position are spaced apart on the bracket, and the second position and the fourth position are spaced apart on the same side of the garbage bin.
[0011] During the process of the garbage hopper being raised from the receiving position to the dumping position, the first driving member drives the lifting arm to lift the garbage hopper, and the tilting arm can keep the garbage hopper in a vertical position. When the garbage hopper dumps the garbage, the lifting arm supports the garbage hopper, and the second driving member drives the tilting arm to push the garbage hopper to rotate.
[0012] As an optional technical solution for the automatic dumping garbage bin device, the lifting assembly further includes a first pin, one end of which is fixed to the second position of the garbage bin, and the other end is rotatably connected to the lifting arm; the dumping assembly further includes a second pin, one end of which is fixed to the fourth position of the garbage bin, and the other end is rotatably connected to the tilting arm.
[0013] As an optional technical solution for an automatic dumping garbage bin device, the automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes a fixing plate, which is attached to the outer side wall of the garbage bin, and the first pin and the second pin are sequentially connected to the garbage bin, the fixing plate and the lifting arm.
[0014] As an optional technical solution for an automatic dumping garbage bin device, the bracket is provided with ear plates, and the first position and the fourth position are spaced apart on the ear plates.
[0015] As an optional technical solution for an automatic dumping garbage bin device, a first reinforcing plate is attached to the outer side of the lifting arm; a second reinforcing plate is attached to the outer side of the tilting arm.
[0016] As an optional technical solution for the automatic dumping garbage bin device, the lifting assembly further includes a connecting rod, the two ends of which are respectively connected to the two lifting arms and respectively connected to the first driving member on the corresponding side.
[0017] As an optional technical solution for the automatic dumping garbage bin device, the automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes two locking components, which are used to fix the connecting rod and the corresponding lifting arm, respectively.
[0018] As an optional technical solution for the automatic dumping garbage bin device, the lifting assembly also includes a reinforcing beam, which is located between the two lifting arms and connected to the two lifting arms at both ends.
[0019] As an optional technical solution for an automatic dumping garbage bin device, the automatic dumping garbage bin device includes two second driving components and two flipping arms, with the second driving components and the flipping arms corresponding one-to-one, and one end of each of the two flipping arms being connected to two fourth positions on opposite sides of the garbage bin.
[0020] The second objective of this utility model is to provide an unmanned sweeper that can automatically dump garbage, saving labor costs; the garbage bin moves smoothly during the dumping process, preventing garbage from spilling; and it has a long service life.
[0021] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0022] The unmanned sweeper includes a vehicle body and the aforementioned automatic dumping garbage bin device, with the bracket mounted on the vehicle body.
[0023] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0024] The automatic garbage bin disposal device provided by this utility model includes a support frame, a garbage bin, a lifting assembly, and a dumping assembly. The lifting assembly includes two first driving members and two lifting arms, which are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin. Each lifting arm's two ends are rotatably connected to a first position on the support frame and a second position on the garbage bin. The output ends of the two first driving members are connected to the corresponding lifting arms. The first driving members can drive the lifting arms to rotate, thereby lifting the garbage bin directly above the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin, facilitating subsequent dumping of garbage into the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin. Lifting arms are provided on both sides of the garbage bin to improve stability during the lifting process. The dumping assembly includes a second driving member and a tilting arm. The two ends of the tilting arm are rotatably connected to a third position on the support frame and a fourth position on the garbage bin. The output end of the second driving member is connected to the tilting arm, which drives the tilting arm to rotate the garbage bin, aligning the opening of the garbage bin with the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin for dumping, thus achieving automatic garbage dumping and saving labor costs. The first and third positions are spaced apart on the support, while the second and fourth positions are spaced apart on the same side of the garbage hopper. This, along with the spacing between the first and second positions, the spacing between the second and fourth positions, the lifting arm, and the tilting arm, forms a four-bar structure with fewer components and a simpler structure. Furthermore, the garbage hopper has two support points on one side (the second and fourth positions), which improves its stability, prevents garbage spillage, and distributes the stress between the lifting and tilting arms, extending their service life and thus extending the lifespan of the automatic garbage dumping device. During the process of lifting the garbage hopper from the receiving position to the tilting position, the tilting arm keeps the hopper vertical. When the garbage hopper is dumped, the lifting arm supports the hopper, and the tilting arm pushes the hopper to rotate around the fourth position. Therefore, the lifting and tilting arms work together to make the lifting and tilting process of the garbage hopper smoother and prevent garbage spillage. Attached Figure Description
[0025] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the garbage bin in the receiving position of the automatic dumping garbage bin device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the automatic dumping garbage bin device provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the garbage bin is raised to the dumping position;
[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion at point A;
[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garbage bin in the automatic dumping garbage bin device provided in this embodiment of the utility model when dumping garbage at the dumping position.
[0029] In the picture:
[0030] 100, Support; 110, Ear plate; 200, Garbage bin; 310, First drive component; 320, Lifting arm; 330, First pin; 340, First reinforcing plate; 350, Connecting rod; 351, Locking component; 360, Reinforcing beam; 410, Second drive component; 420, Tilting arm; 430, Second pin; 440, Second reinforcing plate; 500, Fixing plate. Detailed Implementation
[0031] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.
[0032] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0033] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0034] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.
[0035] This embodiment provides an automatic dumping garbage bin device, which can automatically dump garbage, saving labor costs; the garbage bin moves smoothly during the dumping process, avoiding garbage spillage; and it has a long service life.
[0036] Specifically, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the automatic dumping garbage bin device includes a bracket 100, a garbage bin 200, a lifting assembly, and a dumping assembly. The bracket 100 can be fixed to the body of the unmanned sweeper, and the garbage bin 200 is used to hold the swept garbage. The lifting assembly includes two first drive members 310 and two lifting arms 320. The two lifting arms 320 are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin 200. In this embodiment, the two lifting arms 320 are located on both sides along the width direction (left-right direction) of the vehicle body, so that the garbage bin 200 can be lifted from the rear side of the vehicle body. The two ends of each lifting arm 320 are rotatably connected to a first position of the bracket 100 and a second position of the outer side wall of the garbage bin 200, respectively. Both first drive members 310 are fixed to the bracket 100, and the output ends of the two first drive members 310 are respectively connected to the corresponding lifting arms 320. The dumping assembly includes a second drive member 410 and a tilting arm 420. The two ends of the tilting arm 420 are rotatably connected to a third position on the support 100 and a fourth position on the outer wall of the garbage hopper 200, respectively. The second drive member 410 is fixed to the support 100, and its output end is connected to the tilting arm 420. The first and third positions are spaced apart on the support 100, and the corresponding second and fourth positions are spaced apart on the same outer wall of the garbage hopper 200. During the process of lifting the garbage hopper 200 from the receiving position to the dumping position, the first drive member 310 drives the lifting arm 320 to lift the garbage hopper 200. The tilting arm 420 and the weight of the garbage hopper 200 themselves keep the garbage hopper 200 vertical. When the garbage hopper 200 dumps garbage, the lifting arm 320 supports the garbage hopper 200, and the second drive member 410 drives the tilting arm 420 to rotate the garbage hopper 200.
[0037] It should be noted that the garbage hopper 200 is always vertically positioned, i.e., with its opening facing upwards, both in the garbage-loading position and when it is lifted to the dumping position. In this embodiment, the lifting arm 320 is approximately L-shaped. The relatively short side of the L-shaped lifting arm 320 is connected to the garbage hopper 200, and the relatively long side is connected to the support 100, so that the garbage hopper 200 can be stored at the bottom of the frame when in the garbage-loading position. The output end of the first driving member 310 is connected to the middle of the relatively long side of the L-shaped lifting arm 320, and is slightly inclined away from the support 100 relative to the vertical direction, i.e., there is a certain angle between the first driving member 310 and the vertical direction, which facilitates pushing the lifting arm 320.
[0038] Based on the above design, the lifting assembly includes two first drive members 310 and two lifting arms 320. The two lifting arms 320 are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin 200, and the two ends of each lifting arm 320 are rotatably connected to the first position of the bracket 100 and the second position of the garbage bin 200, respectively. The output ends of the two first drive members 310 are respectively connected to the lifting arms 320 on the corresponding side. The first drive members 310 can drive the lifting arms 320 to rotate, thereby lifting the garbage bin 200 directly above the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin, so as to facilitate the subsequent dumping of garbage into the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin. Furthermore, lifting arms 320 are provided on both sides of the garbage bin 200 to improve the stability of the garbage bin 200 during the lifting process. The dumping assembly includes a second drive unit 410 and a tilting arm 420. The two ends of the tilting arm 420 are rotatably connected to the third position of the bracket 100 and the fourth position of the garbage bin 200, respectively. The output end of the second drive unit 410 is connected to the tilting arm 420, which can drive the tilting arm 420 to push the garbage bin 200 to rotate, so that the opening of the garbage bin 200 is aligned with the docking garbage truck or standard garbage bin to dump garbage, thereby realizing automatic garbage dumping and saving labor costs. The intervals between the first and second positions, the intervals between the second and fourth positions, the lifting arm 320, and the tilting arm 420 form a four-bar structure, which has fewer parts and a simpler structure. Furthermore, compared to the situation where the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 are both connected to the garbage bin 200 at the same position, the garbage bin 200 has two support points on one side, the second and fourth positions. This not only improves the stability of the garbage bin 200 and prevents garbage from spilling, but also allows the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 to share the stress, extending the service life of the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420, thereby extending the service life of the automatic garbage bin tilting device. During the process of lifting the garbage hopper 200 from the loading position to the dumping position, the tilting arm 420 can keep the garbage hopper 200 vertical. When the garbage hopper 200 dumps garbage, the lifting arm 320 supports the garbage hopper 200, and the tilting arm 420 pushes the garbage hopper 200 to rotate around the fourth position. Therefore, the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 can work together to make the lifting and dumping process of the garbage hopper 200 more stable and prevent garbage from spilling.
[0039] In this embodiment, both the first driving component 310 and the second driving component 410 are hydraulic cylinders.
[0040] Optionally, the automatic dumping garbage bin device includes two second driving members 410 and two tilting arms 420, with each second driving member 410 and tilting arm 420 corresponding to the other. One end of each tilting arm 420 is connected to two fourth positions on opposite sides of the garbage bin 200. Compared to setting a tilting arm 420 on only one side of the garbage bin 200, setting two second driving members 410 and tilting arms 420 can simultaneously drive both sides of the garbage bin 200 to rotate, making the garbage bin 200 more evenly stressed, thereby improving the stability of the garbage bin 200 during lifting and dumping, and extending the service life of the lifting and dumping components.
[0041] Optionally, continue as follows Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the lifting assembly also includes a first pin 330, one end of which is fixed to the second position of the garbage hopper 200, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the lifting arm 320. The tilting assembly also includes a second pin 430, one end of which is fixed to the fourth position of the garbage hopper 200, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the tilting arm 420. The first pin 330 enables the rotatable connection between the lifting arm 320 and the support 100, and the second pin 430 enables the rotatable connection between the tilting arm 420 and the support 100. The connection is simple and has high strength.
[0042] Furthermore, the automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes a fixing plate 500, which is attached to the outer wall of the garbage bin 200. The first pin 330 and the second pin 430 are sequentially connected to the garbage bin 200, the fixing plate 500, and the lifting arm 320. The fixing plate 500 simultaneously strengthens the connection between the first pin 330, the second pin 430, and the garbage bin 200, and also functions as a gasket.
[0043] Optionally, the bracket 100 is provided with ear plates 110, with the first position and the fourth position spaced apart on the ear plates 110. The ear plates 110 are used to connect the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 to the bracket 100, which facilitates the assembly of the four-bar structure.
[0044] To increase the structural strength of the automatic dumping garbage bin device, specifically, a first reinforcing plate 340 is attached to the outer side of the lifting arm 320; and a second reinforcing plate 440 is attached to the outer side of the tilting arm 420.
[0045] In this embodiment, the shape of the first reinforcing plate 340 is adapted to the shape of the lifting arm 320, and the shape of the second reinforcing plate 440 is adapted to the shape of the tilting arm 420.
[0046] To further increase the structural strength of the lifting arm 320 and the operational stability of the garbage bin 200, the lifting assembly also includes a reinforcing beam 360, which is located between the two lifting arms 320 and connected to the two lifting arms 320 at both ends.
[0047] In order to enable the two lifting arms 320 to lift the garbage bin 200 synchronously, the lifting assembly also includes a connecting rod 350. The two ends of the connecting rod 350 are respectively connected to the two lifting arms 320 and respectively connected to the first driving member 310 on the corresponding side. That is, the output end of the first driving member 310 is connected to the lifting arm 320 through the connecting rod 350.
[0048] Furthermore, the automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes two locking components 351, which are used to fix the connecting rod 350 and the corresponding lifting arm 320 respectively, thereby increasing the connection strength between the connecting rod 350 and the lifting arm 320.
[0049] This embodiment also provides an unmanned sweeper, which can automatically dump garbage, saving labor costs; the garbage bin moves smoothly during the dumping process, avoiding garbage spillage; and it has a long service life.
[0050] Specifically, the unmanned sweeper includes a vehicle body and the aforementioned automatic dumping garbage bin device. A support frame 100 is mounted on the vehicle body. The lifting assembly includes two first drive members 310 and two lifting arms 320. The two lifting arms 320 are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin 200, and both ends of each lifting arm 320 are rotatably connected to a first position of the support frame 100 and a second position of the garbage bin 200, respectively. The output ends of the two first drive members 310 are respectively connected to the corresponding lifting arms 320. The first drive members 310 can drive the lifting arms 320 to lift the garbage bin 200, placing the garbage bin 200 in a position... The garbage bin 200 is positioned directly above the garbage truck or standard garbage bin, with lifting arms 320 on both sides to improve its stability during lifting. The dumping assembly includes a second drive unit 410 and a tilting arm 420. The two ends of the tilting arm 420 are rotatably connected to the third position of the bracket 100 and the fourth position of the garbage bin 200, respectively. The output end of the second drive unit 410 is connected to the tilting arm 420, which can drive the tilting arm 420 to push the garbage bin 200 to rotate, so that the opening of the garbage bin 200 is aligned with the garbage truck or standard garbage bin for dumping garbage, thereby achieving automatic garbage dumping and saving labor costs. The first and third positions are spaced apart on the support 100, and the second and fourth positions are spaced apart on the same side of the garbage bin 200. Thus, the spacing between the first and second positions, the spacing between the second and fourth positions, the lifting arm 320, and the tilting arm 420 can form a four-bar structure with fewer parts and a simpler structure. Furthermore, the garbage bin 200 has two support points on one side, the second and fourth positions, which can not only improve the stability of the garbage bin 200 and prevent garbage from spilling, but also allow the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 to share the stress, extending the service life of the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420, thereby extending the service life of the automatic garbage bin device. During the process of lifting the garbage hopper 200 from the loading position to the dumping position, the tilting arm 420 can keep the garbage hopper 200 vertical. When the garbage hopper 200 dumps garbage, the lifting arm 320 supports the garbage hopper 200, and the tilting arm 420 pushes the garbage hopper 200 to rotate around the fourth position. Therefore, the lifting arm 320 and the tilting arm 420 can work together to make the lifting and dumping process of the garbage hopper 200 more stable and prevent garbage from spilling.
[0051] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. An automatic trash can emptying device, characterized in that, include: Support (100); Trash can (200); The lifting assembly includes two first drive members (310) and two lifting arms (320). The two lifting arms (320) are located on opposite sides of the garbage bin (200), and the two ends of each lifting arm (320) are rotatably connected to a first position of the bracket (100) and a second position of the garbage bin (200). The two first drive members (310) are fixed to the bracket (100), and their output ends are respectively connected to the lifting arms (320) on the corresponding sides. The tilting assembly includes a second drive member (410) and a tilting arm (420). The two ends of the tilting arm (420) are rotatably connected to the third position of the bracket (100) and the fourth position of the garbage bin (200), respectively. The second drive member (410) is fixed to the bracket (100) and its output end is connected to the tilting arm (420). The first position and the third position are spaced apart on the bracket (100), and the second position and the fourth position are spaced apart on the same side of the garbage bin (200). During the process of the garbage hopper (200) being lifted from the mounting position to the dumping position, the first driving member (310) drives the lifting arm (320) to lift the garbage hopper (200), and the tilting arm (420) enables the garbage hopper (200) to remain vertical. When the garbage hopper (200) dumps the garbage, the lifting arm (320) supports the garbage hopper (200), and the second driving member (410) drives the tilting arm (420) to push the garbage hopper (200) to rotate.
2. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting assembly further includes a first pin (330), one end of which is fixed to the second position of the garbage hopper (200), and the other end is rotatably connected to the lifting arm (320); the tilting assembly further includes a second pin (430), one end of which is fixed to the fourth position of the garbage hopper (200), and the other end is rotatably connected to the tilting arm (420).
3. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes a fixing plate (500), which is attached to the outer side wall of the garbage bin (200). The first pin (330) and the second pin (430) are sequentially connected to the garbage bin (200), the fixing plate (500), and the lifting arm (320).
4. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket (100) is provided with an ear plate (110), and the first position and the fourth position are spaced apart on the ear plate (110).
5. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side of the lifting arm (320) is provided with a first reinforcing plate (340); the outer side of the tilting arm (420) is provided with a second reinforcing plate (440).
6. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting assembly also includes a connecting rod (350), the two ends of which are connected to the two lifting arms (320) respectively, and are connected to the first drive member (310) on the corresponding side respectively.
7. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The automatic dumping garbage bin device also includes two locking components (351), which are used to fix the connecting rod (350) and the corresponding lifting arm (320) respectively.
8. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting assembly also includes a reinforcing beam (360) located between the two lifting arms (320) and connected at both ends to the two lifting arms (320).
9. The automatic dumping garbage bin device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic dumping garbage bin device includes two second driving members (410) and two flipping arms (420). The second driving members (410) and the flipping arms (420) correspond one-to-one. One end of the two flipping arms (420) is respectively connected to two fourth positions on opposite sides of the garbage bin (200).
10. An unmanned sweeper vehicle, characterized in that, The device includes a vehicle body and an automatic dumping garbage bin device as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the bracket (100) is disposed on the vehicle body.