Product separating device and conveying system
By designing a product separation device, the product feeding is controlled by the angled motion of the first and second blocking components, which solves the problem of product stacking and jamming in semiconductor manufacturing and achieves efficient feeding and improved yield.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIGUANG SEMICON (SHAOXING) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-01
AI Technical Summary
In the semiconductor manufacturing process, irregularly shaped products are prone to stacking at both ends during non-powered conveying, causing jams, affecting the feeding progress and testing efficiency, and may also lead to product oxidation and reduced yield.
Design a product separation device, including a first blocking component and a second blocking component, and switch its state by driving the component to move along the included angle direction to control the product feeding rhythm and avoid product stacking.
It effectively reduces the jamming rate to near zero, ensuring material loading progress and testing efficiency, avoiding prolonged exposure of products to high-temperature environments, and improving product yield.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of semiconductor manufacturing technology, and in particular to a product separation device and conveying system. Background Technology
[0002] In semiconductor manufacturing, product transfer is a crucial link in the connection between various processes.
[0003] For example, some semiconductor devices require final product testing after packaging, which necessitates product shaping and transfer. Gravity-based automated testing machines transport products by their own weight, allowing them to slide unpowered along the testing equipment's track from the feed tube. This transport process requires no power system. Therefore, smooth transport depends on both product size control and track size control.
[0004] For some test products, due to their structural requirements, the packaged product has irregular shapes in certain areas, such as protruding structures. These irregularities may cause the products entering the track to overlap end-to-end, leading to jamming. Once jamming occurs, manual handling is required, affecting the loading schedule and testing efficiency. For some test products, testing in high-temperature environments is also necessary. If jamming lasts too long, the product will be exposed to high temperatures for an extended period, potentially causing localized oxidation and rendering the product unusable, thus reducing yield.
[0005] Therefore, how to avoid material jamming during product transportation has become a technical problem that urgently needs to be solved in this field. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a product separation device and a conveying system. The product separation device can control the feeding rhythm of the products, improve the phenomenon of overlapping between adjacent products, and thus improve the jamming phenomenon during the product conveying process.
[0007] This utility model provides a product separation device, including: a first blocking member, a second blocking member, and a driving assembly;
[0008] The first blocking member and the second blocking member are arranged along a first direction, and there is a predetermined distance between the first blocking member and the second blocking member along the first direction;
[0009] The first blocking member and the second blocking member are configured to move along a second direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction are set at an angle.
[0010] The driving component is connected to the first blocking member and the second blocking member, and is used to drive the first blocking member and the second blocking member to move along the second direction, respectively.
[0011] Optionally, the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.
[0012] Optionally, the position of the first blocking member and / or the second blocking member along the first direction is adjustable.
[0013] Optionally, at least one of the first blocking member and the second blocking member has a gradient end at a free end along the second direction;
[0014] Along the second direction, from the opposite end of the gradient end toward the direction closer to the gradient end, the size of the gradient end gradually decreases along the first direction.
[0015] Optionally, the product separation device further includes a first mounting base and a locking member. The first mounting base is connected to the drive assembly. The first blocking member is disposed on the first mounting base in a movement along the first direction. The locking member is disposed on the first mounting base to lock the position of the first blocking member relative to the first mounting base in the first direction.
[0016] Optionally, the product separation device further includes a slider, which is movably disposed on the first mounting base along the first direction, the first blocking member is fixedly disposed on the slider, and the locking member is used to lock the position of the slider relative to the first mounting base along the first direction.
[0017] Optionally, the product separation device further includes a second mounting base connected to the drive assembly, and the second blocking member is disposed on the second mounting base.
[0018] Optionally, the driving component includes a first driving end and a second driving end, the first blocking member is disposed on the first driving end, the second blocking member is disposed on the second driving end, the first driving end and the second driving end move along the second direction, and the first driving end and the second driving end move in opposite directions along the second direction.
[0019] This utility model also provides a conveying system, which includes a conveying plane and the product separation device described above. The conveying plane is set at an angle to the second direction. When the first blocking member and the second blocking member move along the second direction, they open or close the conveying path of the product when it is conveyed along the conveying plane.
[0020] Optionally, the conveying system further includes a conveying track with a conveying channel, an inner wall of the conveying channel serving as the conveying plane, and the product separation device is disposed on the conveying track and located at the entrance of the conveying channel.
[0021] In summary, the product separation device includes a first blocking member, a second blocking member, and a driving assembly; the first blocking member and the second blocking member are arranged along a first direction, and there is a predetermined distance between the first blocking member and the second blocking member along the first direction; the first blocking member and the second blocking member are arranged to move along a second direction, and the first direction and the second direction are arranged at an angle; the driving assembly is connected to the first blocking member and the second blocking member, and is used to drive the first blocking member and the second blocking member to move along the second direction respectively.
[0022] With this configuration, the aforementioned product separation device switches its state through the movement of the first and second blocking members along the second direction, and cuts off or opens the conveyor channel based on usage requirements. The states of the first and second blocking members are always opposite, ensuring that only one product is conveyed at a time. This helps separate adjacent products, reduces the phenomenon of overlapping products, and avoids jamming caused by overlapping products, reducing manual maintenance time due to jamming and ensuring feeding progress and testing efficiency. Testing showed that this product separation device reduced the product jamming rate from 26% to near 0, ensuring rapid feeding. Furthermore, during product testing, it also prevents products from being exposed to high temperatures for extended periods due to jamming, thus avoiding localized oxidation and improving product yield. Attached Figure Description
[0023] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0024] Figure 2 This is a top view of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a side view of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0026] Figure 4 This is a rear view structural diagram of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the movement of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;
[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the movement of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;
[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the movement of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;
[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the movement of a product separation device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 ;
[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the conveying system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0032] In the attached diagram:
[0033] 101 - First product; 102 - Second product; 103 - Third product;
[0034] 10-First blocking element; 11-Gradual transition end;
[0035] 20 - Second blocking element;
[0036] 30 - Drive component; 31 - First drive end; 32 - Second drive end;
[0037] 40 - First mounting base; 41 - First straight arm; 42 - Second straight arm; 43 - Locking groove; 44 - Stepped surface;
[0038] 50 - Locking parts;
[0039] 60 - Sliding component; 61 - Assembly slot;
[0040] 70 - Second mounting bracket;
[0041] 80 - Conveying track; 81 - Conveying channel;
[0042] 90-material tube;
[0043] a-First direction;
[0044] b - Second direction;
[0045] c - Conveying direction;
[0046] A-Conveying plane. Detailed Implementation
[0047] The product separation device proposed in this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The advantages and features of this utility model will become clearer from the following description. It should be noted that the drawings are all in a very simplified form and use non-precise proportions, and are only used to facilitate and clarify the illustration of the embodiments of this utility model.
[0048] As used in this invention, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural objects; the term “or” is generally used to mean “and / or”; the term “a number” is generally used to mean “at least one”; and the terms “at least two” or “more than” are generally used to mean “two or more”. Furthermore, the terms “first,” “second,” and “third” are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined with “first,” “second,” or “third” may explicitly or implicitly include one or at least two of that feature. Furthermore, the terms "installed," "connected," and "attached," as used in this utility model, and the term "set" on one element from another, should be interpreted broadly. They generally only indicate a connection, coupling, cooperation, or transmission relationship between the two elements, which can be direct or indirect through an intermediate element. They should not be construed as indicating or implying a spatial positional relationship between the two elements, meaning one element can be located inside, outside, above, below, or to one side of the other element, unless otherwise explicitly stated. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. Additionally, directional terms such as above, below, up, down, upward, downward, left, and right are used relative to exemplary embodiments as shown in the figures, with upward or up direction pointing towards the top of the corresponding figure, and downward or down direction pointing towards the bottom of the corresponding figure.
[0049] This embodiment provides a product separation device, including: a first blocking member 10, a second blocking member 20, and a driving assembly 30;
[0050] The first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are arranged along the first direction a;
[0051] The first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are configured to move along the second direction b, wherein the first direction a and the second direction b are set at an angle; the driving assembly 30 is connected to the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20, and is used to drive the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 to move along the second direction b respectively.
[0052] Please refer to Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, both the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are elongated strip structures extending along the second direction b, and the first direction a is the product conveying direction c.
[0053] Figure 1The product is conveyed along conveying plane A. When the product separation device is installed, the first direction a should be parallel to conveying plane A and consistent with the product conveying direction c. The second direction b is set at an angle to conveying plane A (not parallel). The first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are located above conveying plane A and above the conveyed product. Because the second direction b is at an angle to conveying plane A, when the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move along the second direction b, the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 will move closer to or further away from conveying plane A.
[0054] In this embodiment, the first direction a is perpendicular to the second direction b. For example... Figure 1 As shown, when the product separation device is installed, the first direction a is parallel to the conveying plane A and consistent with the product conveying direction c, the second direction b is perpendicular to the conveying plane A, and the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move in a direction perpendicular to the conveying plane A to move closer to or away from the conveying plane A. In other alternative embodiments, the angle between the first direction a and the second direction b can be non-perpendicular. In this case, the second direction b can be non-perpendicular to the conveying plane A, and the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move obliquely relative to the conveying plane A to move closer to or away from the conveying plane A.
[0055] Combination Figure 1 As shown, when the vertical distance between the first blocking member 10 and the conveying plane A is less than the thickness of the conveyed product, the product is blocked by the first blocking member 10, and the conveying path of the product is closed by the first blocking member 10; when the vertical distance between the first blocking member 10 and the conveying plane A is greater than the thickness of the conveyed product, the product is not blocked by the first blocking member 10, and the conveying path of the product is open. When the vertical distance between the second blocking member 20 and the conveying plane A is less than the thickness of the conveyed product, the product is blocked by the second blocking member 20, and the conveying path of the product is closed by the second blocking member 20; when the vertical distance between the second blocking member 20 and the conveying plane A is greater than the thickness of the conveyed product, the product is not blocked by the second blocking member 20, and the conveying path of the product is open.
[0056] In this embodiment, the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are located above the conveying plane A. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 may be located below the conveying plane A. When the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move along the second direction b, when the corresponding blocking member protrudes above the conveying plane A, they block the conveying path of the product along the conveying direction c. When the corresponding blocking member moves downward to below the conveying plane A, they open the conveying path of the product along the conveying direction c.
[0057] Furthermore, the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 have a set distance between them along the first direction a. This set distance should be greater than or equal to the dimension along the first direction a when the product is being transported, that is, the space between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 should be able to accommodate a product.
[0058] Combination Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the set distance H between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a is slightly larger than the size of the product along the first direction a, so that a product can be accommodated between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20.
[0059] During the conveying process, multiple products are arranged along the first direction a. Figure 5 The first product 101, the second product 102, and the third product 103 are sequentially conveyed along the conveying direction c, which is parallel to the first direction a. The second blocking member 20 is located on the side of the first blocking member 10 along the conveying direction c. That is, during the conveying process of the products along the conveying direction c, they first pass through the first blocking member 10 and then through the second blocking member 20.
[0060] like Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 The initial states of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are as follows: the first blocking member 10 moves away from the conveying plane A along the second direction b, and the vertical distance of the first blocking member 10 from the conveying plane A is greater than the thickness of the conveyed product, so the product will not be blocked by the first blocking member 10. The second blocking member 20 moves closer to the conveying plane A along the second direction b, and the vertical distance of the second blocking member 20 from the conveying plane A is less than the thickness of the conveyed product, so the product will be blocked by the second blocking member 20, and the third product 103 is located between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20.
[0061] like Figure 6 As shown, in Figure 5 Based on this, the second blocking member 20 moves away from the conveying plane A along the second direction b. The vertical distance of the second blocking member 20 from the conveying plane A is greater than the thickness of the conveyed product. The third product 103 is not blocked by the second blocking member 20, and the conveying path of the third product 103 is opened. At the same time, the first blocking member 10 moves closer to the conveying plane A along the second direction b. The first blocking member 10 runs between the second product 102 and the third product 103. The vertical distance of the first blocking member 10 from the conveying plane A is less than the thickness of the conveyed product. The remaining products (first product 101 and second product 102) are blocked by the first blocking member 10.
[0062] like Figure 7As shown, the movement of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 causes their blocking states to switch, so that only the conveying channel of the product (third product 103) located between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 is opened, and the conveying channels of the first product 101 and the second product 102 are closed. Therefore, only one product (third product 103) can be conveyed at this time, and the third product 103 is conveyed to the outside of the second blocking member 20 along the conveying direction c.
[0063] like Figure 8 As shown, then Figure 7 Based on this, the first blocking member 10 moves along the second direction b away from the conveying plane A. The vertical distance of the first blocking member 10 from the conveying plane A is greater than the thickness of the conveyed product, so the products will not be blocked by the first blocking member 10. At this time, the products will move along the conveying direction c towards the second blocking member 20. Simultaneously, the second blocking member 20 moves along the second direction b towards the conveying plane A. The vertical distance of the second blocking member 20 from the conveying plane A is less than the thickness of the conveyed product, so the products will be blocked by the second blocking member 20, and one product (… Figure 8 The second product 102) is located between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20. Then, it is executed with... Figure 6 A similar motion strategy is employed to ensure that the second product 102 is individually conveyed to the outside of the second stop 20. This process is repeated so that each product is conveyed sequentially as it passes through the product separation device during transport.
[0064] The aforementioned product separation device switches its state by moving the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the second direction b. Based on usage requirements, it cuts off or opens the conveying channel. The states of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are always opposite, ensuring that only one product is conveyed at a time. This helps separate adjacent products, reduces the phenomenon of overlapping products, and avoids jamming caused by overlapping products, reducing manual maintenance time due to jamming and ensuring feeding progress and testing efficiency. Testing showed that this product separation device reduced the product jamming rate from 26% to near 0, ensuring rapid feeding. Furthermore, during product testing, it also prevents products from being exposed to high temperatures for extended periods due to jamming, thus avoiding localized oxidation and improving product yield.
[0065] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the position of the first blocking member 10 along the first direction a is adjustable, while the position of the second blocking member 20 relative to the driving assembly 30 along the first direction a is fixed. Adjusting the position of the first blocking member 10 along the first direction a adjusts the set distance between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a. This adjustment of the set distance facilitates the transport of products of different specifications and sizes, and expands the applicability of the product separation device.
[0066] In other alternative embodiments, the position of the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a can be adjusted, or the positions of both the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a can be adjusted. The specific adjustment object can be adapted to actual usage needs.
[0067] Furthermore, in combination Figure 1 As shown, in the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20, the blocking member located on the side opposite to the conveying direction c is provided with a gradient end 11, that is... Figure 1 The first blocking member 10 is provided with a gradient end 11, wherein the first blocking member 10 has a free end along the second direction b. Figure 1 The lower end of the first blocking member 10 is referred to as the transition end 11. The free end here refers to an unobstructed end of the first blocking member 10 along the second direction b.
[0068] After the product separation device is installed, the gradient end 11 should be located on the side closer to the conveying plane A along the second direction b. That is, when the first blocking member 10 moves along the second direction b, the gradient end 11 will move closer to or away from the conveying plane A.
[0069] Along the second direction b, from the opposite end of the gradient end 11 towards the direction closer to the gradient end 11 (i.e. from... Figure 1 From the upper end to the lower end of the first blocking member 10, the size of the gradient end 11 gradually decreases along the first direction a.
[0070] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the gradient end 11 is in the shape of an equilateral triangle, that is, the gradient end 11 is located on both sides along the first direction a. Figure 1 Both sides of the transition end 11 are sloped, so the thickness of the transition end 11 changes linearly, and the thickness of the lowest end of the transition end 11 gradually becomes zero. This structure makes the thickness of the end of the transition end 11 gradually decrease. As it moves closer to the conveying plane A, it helps to isolate the transition end 11 from two adjacent products, thus effectively separating the two adjacent products.
[0071] In other alternative embodiments, the gradient end 11 can be configured as an approximately right-angled triangle, that is, the gradient end 11 has an inclined structure on one side along the first direction a and a planar structure parallel to the second direction b on the other side. Alternatively, the gradient end 11 can be configured as a curved structure on both sides along the first direction a, in which case the thickness of the gradient end 11 changes non-linearly. The specific shape of the gradient end 11 can be adjusted based on actual usage requirements.
[0072] In this embodiment, the very end of the gradient end 11 ( Figure 1 The thickness of the lower end of the tapered end 11 becomes zero, and the first stop 10 should be replaced periodically to avoid passivation damage to the product. In other alternative embodiments, the very end of the tapered end 11 ( Figure 1 The thickness of the lower end of the structure can be left as non-zero to ensure the structural strength requirements of its end.
[0073] In this embodiment, the gradually varying thickness of the gradient end 11 ensures the separation effect while allowing other parts of the first blocking member 10 to be thicker, thus guaranteeing the structural strength requirements of the first blocking member 10. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 can be configured as a thin-walled structure, meaning the overall thickness of the first blocking member 10 is consistent and its wall thickness (the dimension along the first direction a) is relatively thin. This allows the lower end of the first blocking member 10 to be naturally isolated between the two products. In this case, a suitable material should be selected to ensure the structural strength requirements of the first blocking member 10.
[0074] In this embodiment, a gradient end 11 is provided on the first blocking member 10. In other alternative embodiments, a gradient end can be provided on the second blocking member 20. In this case, during the installation of the product separation device, the installation angle of the product separation device can be adjusted so that the second blocking member 20 is located on the side opposite to the conveying direction c. Alternatively, both the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 can be provided with gradient ends. In this case, when installing the product separation device, it is not necessary to distinguish the relative positions of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the conveying direction c.
[0075] In this embodiment, the first blocking member 10 is provided with a tapered end 11 to isolate two adjacent products. In other alternative embodiments, an elastic member can be provided at the free end of the first blocking member 10, and the first blocking member 10 can prevent the product from being conveyed by pressing it downward elastically against the product. For example, a spring can be provided at the lower end of the first blocking member 10. When the product is conveyed obliquely on the conveying plane A by its own weight, the first blocking member 10 moves towards the conveying plane A, and the spring presses down on the product, thus stopping the product from being conveyed, thereby achieving the separation effect of adjacent products. Similarly, an elastic member can also be provided on the second blocking member 20, and a downward pressing method can be used to adjust the conveying state of the product. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 can also adopt other methods, such as using product adsorption to adjust the conveying state of the product to achieve the separation effect of adjacent products, which will not be elaborated here.
[0076] Furthermore, the product separation device also includes a first mounting base 40 and a locking member 50. The first mounting base 40 is connected to the drive assembly 30. The first blocking member 10 is disposed on the first mounting base 40 in a first direction a. The locking member 50 is disposed on the first mounting base 40 to lock the position of the first blocking member 10 relative to the first mounting base 40 in the first direction a.
[0077] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the first mounting base 40 is generally L-shaped, and includes a first straight arm 41 and a second straight arm 42 that are perpendicular to each other, wherein the first straight arm 41 extends along the first direction a, and the second straight arm 42 is connected to the drive assembly 30.
[0078] The first blocking member 10 can move along the first direction a on the first straight arm 41 to adjust the distance between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a. The locking member 50 is used to lock the position of the first blocking member 10, thereby locking the distance between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a.
[0079] In this embodiment, the first blocking member 10 is indirectly connected to the first straight arm 41. Therefore, in this embodiment, a sliding member 60 is also provided. The sliding member 60 is movably disposed on the first mounting base 40 along the first direction a. The first blocking member 10 is fixedly disposed on the sliding member 60. The locking member 50 is used to lock the position of the sliding member 60 relative to the first mounting base 40 along the first direction a.
[0080] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the slider 60 has an overall rectangular block structure.
[0081] The slider 60 is provided with a mounting groove 61, which connects to the upper surface of the slider 60 and extends through both sides of the slider 60 along the first direction a. Therefore, as Figure 3 As shown, the slider 60 has an approximately U-shaped structure when projected along the first direction a. The shape of the mounting groove 61 is adapted to the shape of the first straight arm 41, the first straight arm 41 is conformally fitted into the mounting groove 61, and the slider 60 can slide on the first straight arm 41 along the first direction a.
[0082] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a locking groove 43 is formed through the first straight arm 41 along the second direction b. The locking groove 43 is elongated and extends along the first direction a. The locking groove 43 has a stepped groove structure that is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom, so the middle part of the locking groove 43 has a stepped surface 44.
[0083] In this embodiment, the locking member 50 is a bolt, with its stud section passing through the locking groove 43 and connecting to the threaded hole on the sliding member 60. The head of the bolt abuts against the stepped surface 44. This connection method increases the force between the first mounting base 40 and the sliding member 60 along the second direction b, thereby locking the position of the sliding member 60 along the first direction a. When adjusting the position of the sliding member 60, the bolt is loosened, and the sliding member 60 slides relative to the first straight arm 41 along the second direction b. The bolt adaptably slides within the locking groove 43. When the sliding member 60 is adjusted to a predetermined position, the bolt is tightened to lock the position of the sliding member 60.
[0084] In other alternative embodiments, the locking element 50 can be a mechanical locking structure such as a pin, or a magnetic locking structure such as an electromagnet. Alternatively, it can be locked via a drive structure, for example, by opening and closing a drive structure such as a motor to adjust and lock the position of the sliding element 60. The specific structure of the locking element 50 can be adjusted based on usage requirements.
[0085] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 1 As shown, the first blocking member 10 has an overall approximate "T" shape, and its crossbeam portion has two connecting holes and is fastened to the sliding member 60 with screws. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 can be a straight arm structure or other irregular structure, and the specific structure of the first blocking member 10 can be adjusted according to usage requirements.
[0086] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the assembly groove 61 is a rectangular groove, and the cross-section of the first straight arm 41 is adaptively rectangular. In other alternative embodiments, the assembly groove 61 can be a T-groove or a dovetail groove, and the shape of the first straight arm 41 can be adjusted based on the shape of the assembly groove 61.
[0087] In this embodiment, the first blocking member 10 is indirectly connected to the first straight arm 41 via the sliding member 60. This split structure facilitates the replacement of the easily damaged first blocking member 10, thereby reducing subsequent component replacement and maintenance costs. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 can be directly connected to the first straight arm 41, i.e., the first blocking member 10 is directly disposed on the first straight arm 41, or the first blocking member 10 and the sliding member 60 can be integrally formed, in which case the integrally formed whole can be regarded as a single component. In other alternative embodiments, the first blocking member 10 can also be directly connected to the drive assembly 30.
[0088] Furthermore, the product separation device also includes a second mounting base 70, which is connected to the drive assembly 30, and the second blocking member 20 is disposed on the second mounting base 70.
[0089] Combination Figure 1 As shown, one end of the second mounting base 70 is connected to the drive assembly 30, and the other end is connected to the second blocking member 20 by screws. The second blocking member 20 has an overall L-shaped structure. One straight arm of the second blocking member 20 extends along the second direction b, and this straight arm is located directly below the second straight arm 42 (on one side along the second direction b); the other straight arm extends along a direction perpendicular to the first direction a and the second direction b.
[0090] The aforementioned first mounting base 40 and second mounting base 70 also facilitate the adjustment of the positions of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20. The shapes of the first mounting base 40 and the second mounting base 70 can be adaptively adjusted based on the positional requirements of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20.
[0091] Furthermore, the drive assembly 30 includes a first drive end 31 and a second drive end 32. The second straight arm 42 of the first mounting base 40 is connected to the first drive end 31, so that the first blocking member 10 is disposed on the first drive end 31. The second mounting base 70 is connected to the second drive end 32, so that the second blocking member 20 is disposed on the second drive end 32. The first drive end 31 and the second drive end 32 move along the second direction b, and the first drive end 31 and the second drive end 32 move in opposite directions along the second direction b.
[0092] Combination Figure 4 As shown, the first driving end 31 and the second driving end 32 are arranged along the second direction b. They can reciprocate along the second direction b, and their movement directions are opposite, so that the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move in opposite directions. That is, when the first blocking member 10 moves closer to the conveying plane A, the second blocking member 20 moves away from the conveying plane A.
[0093] In this embodiment, the driving component 30 is a finger cylinder, and the two driving ends of the finger cylinder are the first driving end 31 and the second driving end 32 in this embodiment.
[0094] In other alternative embodiments, the drive assembly 30 can be a dual-output hydraulic structure or a dual-output pneumatic structure. In other alternative embodiments, the drive assembly 30 can be two independent drive components (e.g., two linear motors) that drive the first stop 10 and the second stop 20 respectively. The specific structure of the drive assembly 30 can be adapted based on the driving requirements.
[0095] In summary, the product separation device includes: a first blocking member 10, a second blocking member 20, and a driving assembly 30; the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are arranged along a first direction a, and there is a predetermined distance between the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the first direction a; the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are arranged to move along a second direction b, and the first direction a and the second direction b are arranged at an angle; the driving assembly 30 is connected to the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20, and is used to drive the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 to move along the second direction b, respectively.
[0096] With this configuration, the aforementioned product separation device switches its state by moving the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 along the second direction b. Based on usage requirements, it cuts off or opens the conveying channel. The states of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are always opposite, ensuring that only one product is conveyed at a time. This helps separate adjacent products, reduces the phenomenon of overlapping products, and avoids jamming caused by overlapping products, reducing manual maintenance time due to jamming and ensuring feeding progress and testing efficiency. Testing showed that this product separation device reduced the product jamming rate from 26% to near 0, ensuring rapid feeding. Furthermore, during product testing, it also prevents products from being exposed to high temperatures for extended periods due to jamming, thus avoiding localized oxidation and improving product yield.
[0097] This embodiment also provides a conveying system, which includes a conveying plane A and the product separation device described above. The conveying plane A is set at an angle to the second direction b. When the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 move along the second direction b, they open or close the conveying path along the conveying plane A.
[0098] In this embodiment, the conveying plane A is perpendicular to the second direction b.
[0099] like Figure 9As shown, during the actual conveying process, the conveying plane A is set at an angle relative to the horizontal plane. This conveying system is used in gravity-type automated testing machines, where the product slides down naturally along the inclined conveying plane A by its own weight.
[0100] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 9 As shown, the conveying system also includes a conveying track 80, on which a conveying channel 81 is provided, and an inner wall of the conveying channel 81 ( Figure 9 The bottom of the conveying channel 81 is used as the conveying plane A. The product separation device is disposed on the conveying track 80 and located at the entrance of the conveying channel 81. The drive assembly 30 of the product separation device can be fixedly installed on the track 80. A portion of the first blocking member 10 and the second blocking member 20 are located inside the conveying channel 81 and above the conveying plane A, for blocking and separating the products.
[0101] The above arrangement allows products to be separated at the entrance of the conveyor channel 81, thus ensuring that products entering the conveyor channel 81 do not overlap and cause jamming. In addition, the entrance of the conveyor channel 81 is connected to the feed pipe 90, and the inclination angle of the feed pipe 90 is the same as that of the conveyor channel 81. The feed pipe 90 is used to supply products into the conveyor channel 81.
[0102] The structure of the conveying track 80, material pipe 90 and other components in the conveying system is consistent with the existing structure, and will not be described in detail here.
[0103] The aforementioned conveying system is a gravity-based, non-powered conveying system. In other alternative embodiments, the conveying system can be a powered conveying system, meaning the product separation device can also be applied to a powered conveying system.
[0104] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.
[0105] The above description is only a description of the preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model in any way. Any changes or modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the above disclosure shall fall within the protection scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A product separation device, characterized in that, include: First blocking element, second blocking element, and drive assembly; The first blocking member and the second blocking member are arranged along a first direction, and there is a predetermined distance between the first blocking member and the second blocking member along the first direction; The first blocking member and the second blocking member are configured to move along a second direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction are set at an angle. The driving component is connected to the first blocking member and the second blocking member, and is used to drive the first blocking member and the second blocking member to move along the second direction, respectively.
2. The product separation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.
3. The product separation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The position of the first blocking member and / or the second blocking member is adjustable along the first direction.
4. The product separation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Of the first blocking member and the second blocking member, at least one of them has a gradually changing end at a free end along the second direction; Along the second direction, from the opposite end of the gradient end toward the direction closer to the gradient end, the size of the gradient end gradually decreases along the first direction.
5. The product separation device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The product separation device further includes a first mounting base and a locking member. The first mounting base is connected to the drive assembly. The first blocking member is disposed on the first mounting base in a movable manner along the first direction. The locking member is disposed on the first mounting base to lock the position of the first blocking member relative to the first mounting base in the first direction.
6. The product separation device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The product separation device further includes a sliding member, which is movably disposed on the first mounting base along the first direction. The first blocking member is fixedly disposed on the sliding member, and the locking member is used to lock the position of the sliding member relative to the first mounting base along the first direction.
7. The product separation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The product separation device further includes a second mounting base, which is connected to the drive assembly, and the second blocking member is disposed on the second mounting base.
8. The product separation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The driving assembly includes a first driving end and a second driving end. The first blocking member is disposed on the first driving end, and the second blocking member is disposed on the second driving end. The first driving end and the second driving end move along the second direction, and the first driving end and the second driving end move in opposite directions along the second direction.
9. A conveying system, characterized in that, The conveying system includes a conveying plane and a product separation device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8. The conveying plane is set at an angle to the second direction. When the first blocking member and the second blocking member move along the second direction, they open or close the conveying path of the product when it is conveyed along the conveying plane.
10. The conveying system as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The conveying system also includes a conveying track with a conveying channel. An inner wall of the conveying channel serves as the conveying plane. The product separation device is disposed on the conveying track and located at the entrance of the conveying channel.