Frame feeding mechanism

Abstract

The utility model relates to a frame mounting mechanism which is used for mounting an outer frame on a component, the frame mounting mechanism comprises a restoration device for determining the position of the component and frame mounting devices for mounting the outer frame, and the frame mounting devices are arranged on the two sides of the restoration device; the frame feeding device is provided with a clamping structure used for clamping the outer frame and a moving structure used for driving the clamping structure to be close to or away from the restoration assembly, and the clamping structure is arranged above the restoration device. By the adoption of the correcting device, the assembly can be rapidly and accurately positioned, and time waste and errors caused by manual operation are avoided. Through cooperation of the clamping structure and the moving structure, the outer frame can be rapidly and stably installed on the assembly, manual intervention is not needed, the installation efficiency is greatly improved, after the assembly is accurately positioned through the correcting device, the frame installing device carries out accurate frame installing, and the installation efficiency is greatly improved. And the accuracy and consistency of the mounting position of the outer frame are ensured, so that the assembly and the outer frame are combined more accurately.

Description

A type of upper frame mechanism Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of frame mounting, and more particularly to a frame mounting mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Lamination of battery modules is a crucial step in the production process. Battery modules typically require an outer frame to provide structural support, protect internal components, and prevent short circuits and other safety hazards before lamination. Traditional battery module frame installation relies heavily on manual labor, which has several drawbacks: Firstly, it requires a large workforce, failing to meet the efficiency demands of modern production. Secondly, manual operation is difficult to control, easily leading to misalignment of the frame and impacting the overall performance and safety of the battery module.

[0003] If a robotic arm is used directly to install the outer frame of the module, it is difficult to accurately determine the relative position of the module and the outer frame. This can lead to deviations in the installation position of the outer frame, which in turn affects the overall performance and safety of the battery module.

[0004] To overcome the shortcomings in the aforementioned production process, there is an urgent need for an efficient and precise upper frame mechanism to meet the requirements of lamination operations. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this application is to provide a frame-mounting mechanism that can achieve efficient and accurate frame-mounting.

[0006] The above-mentioned objective of this application is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0007] An upper frame mechanism is provided for mounting an outer frame to a component. The upper frame mechanism includes a straightening device for determining the position of the component and an upper frame device for mounting the outer frame, with the upper frame device disposed on both sides of the straightening device.

[0008] Furthermore, the upper frame device has a clamping structure for clamping the outer frame and a moving structure for driving the clamping structure closer to or away from the alignment component, the clamping structure being disposed above the alignment device.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the alignment device can quickly and accurately position the components, avoiding the time waste and errors caused by manual operation; the cooperation between the clamping structure and the moving structure can quickly and stably install the outer frame onto the components without manual intervention, greatly improving installation efficiency; the mechanized operation process can reduce reliance on manual labor, improve the automation level of the production line, and reduce labor costs.

[0010] The present application further specifies that the correction device includes a conveying device for conveying the component along a first direction, a blocking device disposed at one end of the conveying device, and a pushing device disposed at the other end of the conveying device, wherein the conveying device moves toward the blocking device along the first direction.

[0011] This application further specifies that the conveying device includes a plurality of conveying lines arranged side by side, and the upper surfaces of the plurality of conveying lines form a supporting surface for supporting the component.

[0012] Furthermore, the blocking device has a stop for blocking the component and a first lifting device for driving the stop to move. The stop is mounted on the first lifting device, which is capable of driving the stop to protrude from the supporting surface.

[0013] Furthermore, the conveying device has a pusher for pushing the component and a second lifting device for driving the pusher to move. The pusher is mounted on the second lifting device, which is capable of driving the pusher to protrude from the supporting surface.

[0014] The present application is further configured such that the blocking device is disposed between two adjacent conveyor lines, and the conveying device is also disposed between two adjacent conveyor lines.

[0015] This application further specifies that the conveying device includes a linear moving device, the second lifting device is mounted on the linear moving device, and the linear device drives the second lifting device to move along the first direction.

[0016] This application further specifies that the upper frame mechanism includes a fitting device and a driving device. The fitting device has a groove with an upper end face and a lower end face. The upper end face abuts against the upper surface of the product formed by the combination of the outer frame and the component, and the lower end face abuts against the lower surface of the product. The driving device drives the fitting device to move closer to or away from the product.

[0017] This application further specifies that the upper frame mechanism includes a top adhesive device, the top adhesive device having a top adhesive plate that conforms to the edge of the component and a traveling device that drives the top adhesive plate to move along the edge of the component, the traveling device being located below the support surface, the top adhesive plate protruding from the support surface, and the top adhesive plate passing through the gap between the component and the outer frame.

[0018] This application further specifies that the top adhesive plate is tilted.

[0019] This application further specifies that the clamping structure includes an upper gripper, a lower gripper, and a power device, wherein the upper gripper and the lower gripper are arranged opposite to each other, and the power device drives the lower gripper to move closer to or away from the upper gripper.

[0020] This application further specifies that the upper frame mechanism includes a support frame, and both the straightening device and the upper frame device are mounted on the support frame.

[0021] In summary, the beneficial technical effects of this application are as follows:

[0022] 1. The alignment device used in this application can quickly and accurately position the components, avoiding the time waste and errors caused by manual operation.

[0023] 2. This application adopts a combination of clamping structure and moving structure, which can quickly and stably install the outer frame onto the component without manual intervention, greatly improving installation efficiency. After the alignment device accurately positions the component, the upper frame device performs precise upper frame installation, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of the outer frame installation position, making the combination between the component and the outer frame more precise. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 is an isometric view of the upper frame mechanism.

[0025] Figure 2 is a top view of the upper frame mechanism.

[0026] Figure 3 is a left-side view of the upper frame mechanism.

[0027] Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of AA in Figure 3.

[0028] Figure 5 is an enlarged view of the blocking device in Figure 4.

[0029] Figure 6 is an enlarged view of the pushing device in Figure 4.

[0030] Figure 7 is a sectional view of BB in Figure 3.

[0031] Figure 8 is an enlarged view of the top adhesive device in Figure 7.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagrams: 1. Alignment device; 11. Conveying device; 111. Conveying line; 12. Blocking device; 121. Stop block; 122. First lifting device; 13. Pushing device; 131. Push block; 132. Second lifting device; 133. Linear moving device; 2. Upper frame device; 21. Clamping structure; 211. Upper gripper; 212. Lower gripper; 213. Power device; 22. Moving structure; 3. Fitting device; 31. Groove; 311. Upper end face; 312. Lower end face; 4. Drive device; 5. Top adhesive device; 51. Top adhesive plate; 52. Traveling device; 6. Support frame. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] As shown in Figures 1 to 4, an upper frame mechanism is used to install an outer frame onto a component. The upper frame mechanism includes a correction device 1 for determining the position of the component and an upper frame device 2 for installing the outer frame. The correction device 1 drives the component to a set position, and then the upper frame mechanism installs the outer frame onto the correction device 1.

[0035] Furthermore, referring specifically to Figure 1, the upper frame device 2 is located on both sides of the straightening device 1. In Figure 2, the direction of component movement is left and right. The straightening device 1 is located on the upper and lower sides of the upper frame device 2 in Figure 2.

[0036] The upper frame device 2 has a clamping structure 21 for clamping the outer frame and a moving structure 22 for driving the clamping structure 21 to move closer to or away from the alignment component. The clamping structure 21 is located above the alignment device 1, as shown in Figure 2, where the clamping structure 21 clamps the upper part of the outer frame. The moving structure 22 drives the clamping structure 21 to move in the up-down direction as shown in Figure 3.

[0037] The alignment device 1 accurately positions the components and moves them to the designated location, ensuring the precision of the outer frame installation. The clamping structure 21 and the moving structure 22 work together to quickly install the outer frame onto the components, improving installation efficiency. The automated operation of the upper frame mechanism reduces manual intervention, increases the automation level of the production line, frees up labor, and reduces labor costs. This enhances the overall performance and reliability of the battery components, improving product quality. It also ensures consistent precision in outer frame installation, improving product quality stability.

[0038] Furthermore, the correction device 1 includes a conveying device 11 for conveying components along a first direction, a blocking device 12 disposed at one end of the conveying device 11, and a pushing device 13 disposed at the other end of the conveying device 11. The conveying device 11 moves toward the blocking device 12 along the first direction. It is worth noting that the first direction is the left-right direction in Figure 2. The blocking device 12 is disposed on the left side in Figure 2, and the pushing device 13 is disposed on the right side in Figure 2.

[0039] The conveying device 11 can transport the component along the first direction, the blocking device 12 blocks the component to ensure that the component is in the set position, accurately positioning the component, and the pushing device 13 cooperates with the conveying device 11.

[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the direction and speed at which the pushing device 13 pushes the component to move are consistent with the direction and speed at which the conveying device 11 moves, thereby achieving automatic positioning of the component without manual intervention and improving positioning efficiency.

[0041] In another preferred embodiment, the pushing device 13 moves faster than the conveying device 11, which can quickly move components and speed up the overall installation process.

[0042] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 2, the conveying device 11 includes a plurality of conveying lines 111 arranged side by side, and the upper surface of the plurality of conveying lines 111 forms a supporting surface for supporting the component.

[0043] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 5, the blocking device 12 has a stop 121 for blocking the component and a first lifting device 122 for driving the stop 121 to move. The block is installed on the first lifting device 122, and the first lifting device 122 can drive the stop 121 to protrude from the supporting surface.

[0044] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 6, the conveying device 11 has a pusher block 131 for pushing the component and a second lifting device 132 for driving the pusher block 131 to move. The pusher block 131 is mounted on the second lifting device 132, and the second lifting device 132 can drive the pusher block 131 to protrude from the support surface.

[0045] The parallel conveyor lines 111 increase the bearing area, enabling them to support heavier components and improving the overall load-bearing capacity. The support surface formed by multiple conveyor lines 111 can more stably support the components, preventing them from tilting or slipping during movement and improving installation stability.

[0046] The stop block 121 and push block 131 are used to block and push the component respectively, which can precisely control the movement direction and position of the component and improve the positioning accuracy. The first lifting device 122 and the second lifting device 132 can flexibly control the lifting of the stop block 121 and push block 131, and will not obstruct the component when it is lowered, so as to facilitate the subsequent transportation of the component.

[0047] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 2, the blocking device 12 is disposed between two adjacent conveyor lines 111, and the conveying device 11 is also disposed between two adjacent conveyor lines 111. The blocking device 12 and the pushing device 13 are respectively disposed between two conveyor lines 111, which makes the structure of the upper frame mechanism more compact and reduces the space occupied.

[0048] Furthermore, referring to Figure 6, the conveying device 11 includes a linear moving device 133, and a second lifting device 132 is mounted on the linear moving device 133. The linear device drives the second lifting device 132 to move along a first direction. The linear moving device 133 enables the second lifting device 132 to move in a straight line, realizing the rapid movement of the pusher block 131 and improving the moving efficiency.

[0049] Referring to Figure 3, the upper frame mechanism also includes a fitting device 3 and a driving device 4. The fitting device 3 has a groove 31, which is U-shaped. The groove 31 has an upper end face 311 and a lower end face 312. The product is formed by combining the outer frame and the components. The product is inserted into the groove 31 to confirm that the combination of the outer frame and the components is accurate. The upper end face 311 abuts against the upper surface of the product, and the lower end face 312 abuts against the lower surface of the product. The driving device 4 drives the fitting device 3 to move closer to or away from the product to prevent the outer frame and components from not being assembled properly during the assembly process. The distance between the upper end face 311 and the lower end face 312 is consistent with the thickness between the upper and lower surfaces of the product when it is correctly assembled. If the outer frame and components are not assembled properly, the thickness will be greater than that of the product when it is correctly assembled. At this time, the component protrudes from the outer frame. The driving device 4 drives the fitting device 3 to move toward the product, pushing the component to a state where it is correctly matched with the outer frame. At this time, the product is inserted into the groove 31. Therefore, the fitting device 3 can determine whether the outer frame and the component are properly fitted, and can push the component to fit properly when the fit is misaligned.

[0050] The dimensions of the groove 31 match the product dimensions, enabling precise judgment of whether the outer frame and components are properly assembled. When assembly is incomplete, the component protrudes from the outer frame, and the drive device 4 drives the mating device 3 towards the product, pushing the component to a state of correct alignment with the outer frame, achieving automatic correction. The mating device 3 automatically judges whether the assembly is in place and corrects it, simplifying the assembly operation and improving assembly efficiency. The automatic correction function reduces manual intervention, lowers labor costs, and improves production efficiency. Furthermore, the mating device 3 ensures precise alignment of the outer frame and components, improving assembly quality and reducing rework rates. The mating device 3 effectively prevents assembly misalignment, ensuring stable product quality.

[0051] As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the upper frame mechanism also includes a top adhesive device 5. The top adhesive device 5 has a top adhesive plate 51 that fits against the edge of the component and a traveling device 52 that drives the top adhesive plate 51 to move along the edge of the component. The traveling device 52 is located below the support surface, and the top adhesive plate 51 protrudes from the support surface. The top adhesive plate 51 passes through the gap between the component and the outer frame. The top adhesive plate 51 is inclined. When the component is transported to the set position of the alignment device 1, the top adhesive plate 51 is set at the position abutting against the side of the component. When the outer frame is lowered, there is a gap between the outer frame and the component. The top adhesive plate 51 is exactly in the gap. The traveling device 52 drives the top adhesive plate 51 to move along the side of the component to prevent the tape on the component from sticking to the outer frame. Since the top adhesive plate 51 is inclined, it slides out of the gap during the product movement and does not form an obstruction.

[0052] The top adhesive plate 51 is positioned within the gap between the component and the outer frame. When the component is transported to the set position of the alignment device 1, the top adhesive plate 51 abuts against the side of the component, effectively isolating the tape on the component from contact with the outer frame and preventing the tape from sticking. The top adhesive device 5 can automatically complete the tape isolation work, simplifying the assembly operation and improving production efficiency.

[0053] Referring to Figure 4, the clamping structure 21 includes an upper gripper 211, a lower gripper 212, and a power device 213. The upper gripper 211 and the lower gripper 212 are arranged opposite to each other. The power device 213 drives the lower gripper 212 to move closer to or away from the upper gripper 211. The upper gripper 211 and the lower gripper 212 move closer to each other to clamp the outer frame.

[0054] The upper gripper 211 and lower gripper 212 are arranged opposite each other, which can accurately clamp the outer frame and prevent the outer frame from slipping or falling off during assembly. The power unit 213 drives the lower gripper 212 to move closer to or away from the upper gripper 211, which can accurately clamp according to the size and shape of the outer frame and ensure the outer frame is firmly fixed.

[0055] As shown in Figure 1, the upper frame mechanism also includes a support frame 6, and the straightening device 1 and the upper frame device 2 are both installed on the support frame 6.

[0056] The support frame 6 provides a stable foundation for the entire mechanism, improving the overall stability of the upper frame mechanism and preventing displacement and deformation caused by vibration or external forces during assembly. The support frame 6 can withstand greater loads, ensuring stable support for the upper frame device 2 and the alignment device 1 during assembly, preventing unexpected malfunctions. The alignment device 1 and the upper frame device 2 are mounted on the support frame 6, ensuring the relative positional accuracy between them and improving assembly precision.

[0057] In this application, the conveying device 11, the first lifting device 122, the second lifting device 132, the linear moving device 133, the power device 213, the moving structure 22, the drive device 4, and the traveling device 52 are all linear moving mechanisms. They can be hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic cylinder drives, or linear guide rails, etc., and can be powered by hydraulic, pneumatic, or electric motor drives. For example, linear movement can be achieved by electric motor driving linear guide rails.

[0058] The embodiments described herein are preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A frame mechanism for mounting an outer frame to a component, characterized in that, The device includes a straightening device (1) for determining the position of the component and an upper frame device (2) for mounting the outer frame. The upper frame device (2) is located on both sides of the straightening device (1). The upper frame device (2) has a clamping structure (21) for clamping the outer frame and a moving structure (22) for driving the clamping structure (21) to move closer to or away from the straightening device. The clamping structure (21) is located above the straightening device (1).

2. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The correction device (1) includes a conveying device (11) for conveying the component along a first direction, a blocking device (12) disposed at one end of the conveying device (11), and a pushing device (13) disposed at the other end of the conveying device (11), wherein the conveying device (11) moves toward the blocking device (12) along the first direction.

3. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The conveying device (11) includes a plurality of conveying lines (111) arranged side by side, the upper surfaces of the plurality of conveying lines (111) forming a supporting surface for supporting the component; the blocking device (12) has a stop (121) for blocking the component and a first lifting device (122) for driving the stop (121) to move, the stop is installed on the first lifting device (122), the first lifting device (122) can drive the stop (121) to protrude from the supporting surface; the conveying device (11) has a push block (131) for pushing the component and a second lifting device (132) for driving the push block (131) to move, the push block (131) is installed on the second lifting device (132), the second lifting device (132) can drive the push block (131) to protrude from the supporting surface.

4. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The blocking device (12) is located between two adjacent conveyor lines (111), and the conveying device (11) is also located between two adjacent conveyor lines (111).

5. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pushing device (13) includes a linear moving device (133), and the second lifting device (132) is mounted on the linear moving device (133). The linear moving device drives the second lifting device (132) to move along the first direction.

6. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a fitting device (3) and a driving device (4). The fitting device (3) has a groove (31) with an upper end face (311) and a lower end face (312). The upper end face (311) abuts against the upper surface of the product formed by the combination of the outer frame and the components, and the lower end face (312) abuts against the lower surface of the product. The driving device (4) drives the fitting device (3) to move closer to or away from the product.

7. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a top adhesive device (5), which has a top adhesive plate (51) that fits against the edge of the component and a traveling device (52) that drives the top adhesive plate (51) to move along the edge of the component. The traveling device (52) is located below the support surface. The top adhesive plate (51) protrudes from the support surface and passes through the gap between the component and the outer frame.

8. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The top adhesive plate (51) is set at an angle.

9. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping structure (21) includes an upper gripper (211), a lower gripper (212), and a power device (213). The upper gripper (211) and the lower gripper (212) are arranged opposite to each other, and the power device (213) drives the lower gripper (212) to move closer to or away from the upper gripper (211).

10. The upper frame mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a support frame (6), on which the straightening device (1) and the upper frame device (2) are both installed.

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