Machining device

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model discloses a processing device, a first turnover plate can rotate relative to a base, a first telescopic piece is fixedly connected with the first turnover plate, a first positioning piece can move to a target position relative to the first turnover plate and is fixed, and the first telescopic piece and the first positioning piece are oppositely arranged to form a clamping space. The second turnover plate can rotate relative to the base, the second telescopic piece is fixedly connected with the second turnover plate, the second positioning piece can move to a target position relative to the second turnover plate and is fixed, and the second telescopic piece and the second positioning piece are oppositely arranged to form a clamping space. And when the first turnover plate and the second turnover plate rotate oppositely, different battery cells are driven to turn over and be closed respectively. The processing device disclosed by the embodiment of the utility model is applicable to more abundant battery cell specifications, the cost of replacing the whole model of the device can be reduced, and the simple adjusting mode is also beneficial to improving the battery manufacturing efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of battery manufacturing technology, and specifically relates to a processing device. Background Technology

[0002] The battery manufacturing process involves various processing steps for the battery cells. For example, one of these steps is cell assembly. Specifically, the cell assembly process involves placing two battery cells on their respective fixtures, laying them flat and fixing them in place. Then, the two fixtures are flipped, causing the two battery cells to flip and stand upright to be paired and joined together.

[0003] The clamping part of the processing equipment used in the core-combining process is designed for a single specification and size of battery cell. When the size of the battery cell changes, it can no longer be used for the core-combining process of battery cells of different sizes. This makes the structural change of the processing equipment more complicated and the replacement cost higher, and also reduces the efficiency of battery manufacturing. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide a processing device that improves the applicability of the processing device to battery cells of different specifications and sizes, thereby reducing the complexity and cost of changing the structure of the processing device and improving the efficiency of battery manufacturing.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0006] This utility model provides a processing device, the processing device comprising:

[0007] A base, the base having a first orientation;

[0008] The first flipping assembly includes a first flipping plate, a first telescopic member, and a first positioning member. The first flipping plate is hinged to the base and can rotate around the first direction. The first telescopic member and the first positioning member are both connected to the first flipping plate. In the first direction, the relative position of the first positioning member and the first flipping plate is adjustable. The first telescopic member and the first positioning member are arranged opposite to each other and form a first clamping space.

[0009] A second flipping component is disposed opposite to the first flipping component. The second flipping component includes a second flipping plate, a second telescopic member, and a second positioning member. The second flipping plate is hinged to the base and can rotate around the first direction. The second telescopic member and the second positioning member are both connected to the second flipping plate. In the first direction, the relative position of the second positioning member and the second flipping plate is adjustable. The second telescopic member and the second positioning member are disposed opposite to each other and form a second clamping space.

[0010] Optionally, the first flip plate is provided with a first adjustment structure, the first positioning member is provided with a first positioning hole, the first positioning hole is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction, and / or, the first adjustment structure is a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction; the relative position of the first positioning hole and the first adjustment structure is adjustable along the first direction.

[0011] The second flip plate is provided with a second adjustment structure, and the second positioning member is provided with a second positioning hole, the second positioning hole being a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction, and / or the second adjustment structure being a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction; the relative position of the second positioning hole and the second adjustment structure is adjustable along the first direction.

[0012] Optionally, the first adjustment structure is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction, or a strip-shaped groove extending along the first direction, or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction; the second adjustment structure is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction, or a strip-shaped groove extending along the first direction, or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction.

[0013] Optionally, the processing device further includes two top cover support assemblies spaced apart along the first direction, each of the top cover support assemblies including a top cover support seat, a top cover telescopic support mechanism, and a support block;

[0014] The top cover support is disposed in the gap between the first flipping component and the second flipping component. The top cover support is fixedly connected to the base. The top cover telescopic support mechanism is movable to the target position and fixed relative to the top cover support. The end of the top cover telescopic support mechanism is connected to the support block for supporting the top cover.

[0015] Optionally, the top cover support is provided with a third adjustment structure, and the top cover telescopic support mechanism is provided with a third positioning hole; the third adjustment structure is a strip structure extending along the first direction; the third positioning hole and the third adjustment structure can move relative to each other and be fixed along the first direction.

[0016] Optionally, the third adjustment structure includes a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction, wherein the telescopic movement direction of the top cover telescopic support mechanism is parallel to the first direction.

[0017] Optionally, the top cover telescopic support mechanism is a cylinder, including a cylinder body and a push rod inserted into the cylinder body, the support block is fixed to the end of the push rod away from the cylinder body, and the support block is provided with a limiting groove for supporting the top cover.

[0018] Optionally, the first flipping assembly further includes a first negative pressure suction cup, the side of the first negative pressure suction cup facing away from the base being a first suction surface, and the first negative pressure suction cup being fixedly connected to the first flipping plate; and / or,

[0019] The second flipping assembly also includes a second negative pressure suction cup, the side of the second negative pressure suction cup facing away from the base is the second suction surface, and the second negative pressure suction cup is fixedly connected to the second flipping plate.

[0020] Optionally, the processing apparatus further includes:

[0021] A first drive motor is fixedly connected to the base, and the output shaft of the first drive motor is connected to the first flip plate.

[0022] The second drive motor is fixedly connected to the base, and the output shaft of the second drive motor is connected to the second flip plate;

[0023] The output shafts of both the first drive motor and the second drive motor are located in the horizontal plane.

[0024] Optionally, the processing device further includes a support platform, a support column, a connecting block, and a connecting shaft;

[0025] The supporting column is fixedly connected to the supporting platform, and the connecting block is fixed to the side of the supporting platform away from the supporting column. The connecting block has an installation groove, and the opening of the installation groove faces the side away from the supporting column.

[0026] One end of the connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the base, and the other end extends outward from the base and is partially embedded in the mounting groove.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0028] In the processing apparatus of this embodiment, by designing the first positioning member on the first flip plate as having an adjustable position, the size of the first clamping space can be adjusted, thereby adapting to clamping and fixing battery cells of different specifications. By designing the second positioning member on the second flip plate as having an adjustable position, the size of the second clamping space can be adjusted, thereby adapting to clamping and fixing another battery cell of different specifications. This processing apparatus is applicable to a wider range of battery cell specifications, reduces the cost of changing the overall pattern of the processing apparatus, and the simple adjustment method also helps to improve the efficiency of battery manufacturing; moreover, the first flip plate can be flipped in conjunction with the second flip plate, eliminating the need to move or flip the top cover assembly welded to the battery cell tabs, reducing stretching and tearing of the tabs, preventing damage to the tabs, and improving the yield of the battery manufacturing process.

[0029] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0031] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of a processing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 2 This is an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the processing device as viewed along a direction Z perpendicular to the third direction;

[0033] Figure 3 This is an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the processing device shown when viewed along a direction perpendicular to the first direction X;

[0034] Figure 4 This is an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the processing device as viewed from a direction perpendicular to the second direction Y;

[0035] Figure 5 This is an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the processing device shown when viewed along the Z-direction perpendicular to the third direction;

[0036] Figure 6 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the top cover support assembly according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0037] Figure 7 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the top cover support assembly from another perspective of this utility model embodiment.

[0038] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0039] Base-10, First Flipping Assembly-11, First Flipping Plate-111, First Adjustment Structure-1111, First Telescopic Member-112, First Positioning Member-113, First Positioning Hole-1131, First Clamping Space-114, First Negative Pressure Suction Cup-115, First Adsorption Surface-1151, Second Flipping Assembly-12, Second Adjustment Structure-1211, Second Flipping Plate-121, Second Telescopic Member-122, Second Positioning Member-123, Second Positioning Hole-1231, Second Clamping Space-1 24, Second negative pressure suction cup - 125, Second adsorption surface - 1251, Top cover support assembly - 13, Top cover support base - 131, Third adjustment structure - 1311, Top cover telescopic support mechanism - 132, Cylinder - 132a, Push rod - 132b, Third positioning hole - 1321, Support block - 133, Limiting groove - 1331, First drive motor - 14, Second drive motor - 15, Support platform - 16, Support column - 17, Connecting block - 18, Mounting groove - 181, Connecting shaft - 19. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The term "plural" in the specification and claims of this utility model means two or more. The terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0042] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0043] Reference Figures 1 to 5This utility model provides a processing device applicable to processes involving the joining and assembling of two workpieces, such as the cell assembly process for electric batteries. Taking the cell assembly process as an example, the processing device specifically includes a base 10. The base 10 can be a flat plate structure, serving as a working platform for the cell assembly device and for mounting other parts within the device. Figure 1 As shown in the diagram, the length direction of the base 10 can be defined as the first direction X, the width direction as the second direction Y, and the thickness direction as the third direction Z.

[0044] It should be noted that the use of the terms "first direction X," "second direction Y," and "third direction Z" throughout this application is merely for the convenience of describing spatial relationships and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the pairwise perpendicular relationships of the first direction X, second direction Y, and third direction Z can be interpreted, depending on the actual technical scenario, as the first direction X, second direction Y, and third direction Z representing three mutually perpendicular directions in three-dimensional space, or reasonably interpreted as a nearly perpendicular relationship between the first direction X, second direction Y, and third direction Z, for example, the included angles between the first direction X, second direction Y, and third direction Z are all within the range of 85°-95°... Any technical solution that conforms to the spirit of this application or achieves the technical effects described in this application can be considered to fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

[0045] Combination Figures 1 to 5As illustrated, the battery cell bonding device of this embodiment further includes two sets of identical flipping components, namely a first flipping component 11 and a second flipping component 12. The first flipping component 11 may include a first flipping plate 111, a first telescopic member 112, and a first positioning member 113. The first flipping plate 111 is a part in the first flipping component 11 used to support and place the battery cell. It can be a long strip plate, and the battery cell is placed on the plane of the plate. The two ends of the first flipping plate 111 in the length direction can be connected to the base 10 through a rotating support structure, so that the first flipping plate 111 can rotate relative to the base 10 under the drive of external force, causing the battery cell to flip together. The first telescopic member 112 is a mechanism that can extend and retract. Its stationary part is fixedly connected to the first flipping plate 111. When the movable part of the first telescopic member 112 extends and retracts, it can clamp or release the battery cell. In addition, the first positioning member 113 is also connected to the first flip plate 111, and its position on the first flip plate 111 is movable and adjustable. When the first positioning member 113 moves to the target position that matches the corresponding cell size, it can be fixed on the first flip plate 111 to keep its position unchanged. At this time, the first positioning member 113 and the first telescopic member 112 are arranged opposite each other along the first direction X shown in the figure, forming a first clamping space 114 for clamping a cell. Along the first direction X shown in the figure, the distance between the first positioning member 113 and the first telescopic member 112 is exactly the same as the length of the corresponding cell. One end of the cell abuts against the first telescopic member 112, and the other end abuts against the first positioning member 113, so that the cell can be clamped and fixed in the first clamping space 114.

[0046] Combination Figure 2 As illustrated, when mounting the battery cell onto the first flipping assembly 11, if a larger battery cell needs to be clamped, the first positioning member 113 is moved and re-fixed, and the distance between the first positioning member 113 and the first telescopic member 112 is adjusted to increase. Conversely, if a smaller battery cell needs to be clamped, the first positioning member 113 is moved and re-fixed, and the distance between the first positioning member 113 and the first telescopic member 112 is adjusted to decrease. Therefore, the first flipping assembly 11 has an adjustable first clamping space 114, capable of clamping and fixing battery cells of different specifications.

[0047] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As illustrated, similar to the first flipping assembly 11 described above, the second flipping assembly 12 may include a second flipping plate 121, a second telescopic member 122, and a second positioning member 123. The connection methods and structural features of the components in the first flipping assembly 11 can be found in the description of the first flipping assembly 11 in the foregoing embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0048] Combination Figure 2As illustrated, when mounting a battery cell on the second flip assembly 12, if a larger battery cell needs to be clamped, the second positioning member 123 is moved and re-fixed, and the distance between the second positioning member 123 and the second telescopic member 122 is adjusted to increase. Conversely, if a smaller battery cell needs to be clamped, the second positioning member 123 is moved and re-fixed, and the distance between the second positioning member 123 and the second telescopic member 122 is adjusted to decrease. Therefore, the second flip assembly 12 has an adjustable second clamping space 124, capable of clamping and fixing another battery cell of different specifications.

[0049] Combination Figure 2 As illustrated, in this embodiment of the present invention, the first flipping component 11 and the second flipping component 12 are arranged opposite to each other on the base 10 and their rotation axes are parallel. When an external force drives the first flipping component 11 and the second flipping component 12 to rotate around the first direction X in the figure toward the opposite direction, the corresponding battery cells are flipped, so that the large surfaces of the two battery cells can rotate from the horizontal direction to the vertical direction, and the large surfaces of the two battery cells are put together, and the two battery cells form a battery cell unit.

[0050] Therefore, this processing device of the present invention, by designing the first positioning member 113 on the first flip plate 111 as having an adjustable position, allows the size of the first clamping space 114 to be adjusted, thereby adapting to clamping and fixing battery cells of different specifications. By designing the second positioning member 113 on the second flip plate 121 as having an adjustable position, the size of the second clamping space 124 can be adjusted, thereby adapting to clamping and fixing another battery cell of different specifications. The two battery cells are respectively placed in the first clamping space 114 and the second clamping space 124, with the tabs of both cells aligned with the top cover support assembly 13 (mentioned later). The top cover assembly of the battery is then attached to the side of the top cover support assembly 13 facing the tabs, thus welding the tabs to the top cover assembly. After welding, the first flip plate 111 and the second flip plate 12 rotate in opposite directions around their respective rotation axes, thereby joining the two battery cells. This processing device is applicable to a wider range of cell specifications, reducing the cost of changing the entire processing device. The simple adjustment method also helps to improve the efficiency of battery manufacturing. Moreover, the first flip plate can flip in conjunction with the second flip plate, eliminating the need to move or flip the top cover assembly after it is welded to the cell tabs. This reduces the stretching and tearing of the tabs, prevents damage to the tabs, and improves the yield of the battery manufacturing process.

[0051] Optionally, such as Figure 1As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, the first flip plate 111 is provided with a first adjustment structure 1111, and the first positioning member 113 is provided with a first positioning hole 1131. The first positioning hole 1131 and the first adjustment structure 1111 satisfy at least one of the following conditions: 1) the first positioning hole 1131 is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction X; 2) the first adjustment structure 1111 is a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction X. When the first positioning member 113 is installed on the first flip plate 111, the first adjustment structure 1111 and the first positioning hole 1131 cooperate with each other. The first adjustment structure 1111 can have multiple different mounting positions, wherein each mounting position can be fixedly connected to the first positioning hole 1131. The mounting position corresponding to the first positioning hole 1131 is the target position on the first adjustment structure 1111, and the target position matches the size of the corresponding specification of the battery cell. For example, the first positioning hole 1131 can be moved to the target position on the first adjustment structure 1111 and then the first positioning member 113 can be fastened to the first flip plate 111 by bolts.

[0052] Similarly, the second flip plate 121 is provided with a second adjustment structure 1211, and the second positioning member 123 is provided with a second positioning hole 1231. The second positioning hole 1231 and the second adjustment structure 1211 satisfy at least one of the following conditions: 1) the second positioning hole 1231 is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction X; 2) the second adjustment structure 1211 is a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction X. When the second positioning member 123 is installed on the second flip plate 121, the second adjustment structure 1211 and the second positioning hole 1231 cooperate with each other. The second adjustment structure 1211 can have multiple different mounting positions, each of which can be fixedly connected to the second positioning hole 1231. The mounting position corresponding to the second positioning hole 1231 is the target position on the second adjustment structure 1211, and this target position matches the cell size of the corresponding specification. For example, the second positioning hole 1231 can be moved to the target position on the second adjustment structure 1211, and then the second positioning member 123 can be fastened to the second flip plate 121 by bolts.

[0053] Optionally, in one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As illustrated, the aforementioned first adjustment structure 1111 may include a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction X. In this case, when the first positioning hole 1131 moves along the first direction X to different positions within the strip-shaped hole, the first positioning member 113 can be fixed to different parts of the first flip plate 111. (Combined with...) Figure 1As illustrated, it is easy to understand that when the first positioning hole 1131 moves along the first direction X, the position of the first positioning member 113 can be continuously and steplessly adjusted, allowing for the clamping of a wider range of battery cell sizes. Similarly, the first adjustment structure 1111 can also be a strip extending along the first direction X, which, in conjunction with the first positioning hole 1131, can also achieve continuous and stepless adjustment of the position of the first positioning member 113. Furthermore, the first adjustment structure 1111 can also include multiple spaced through holes arranged along the telescopic movement direction X of the first telescopic member 112. In this case, when the first positioning hole 1131 moves along this direction to align with different through holes, the first positioning member 113 can be fixed to different parts of the first flip plate 111. It is easy to understand that this first adjustment structure 1111 can pre-set multiple corresponding through holes according to the specifications of the battery cell, making the clamping and fixing of the battery cell faster.

[0054] Similar to the first adjustment structure 1111, the aforementioned second adjustment structure 1211 may include a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction X. In this case, when the second positioning hole 1231 moves along the first direction X to different positions within the strip-shaped hole, the second positioning member 123 can be fixed to different parts of the second flip plate 121. (Combined with...) Figure 1 As illustrated, it is easy to understand that when the second positioning hole 1231 moves along the first direction X, the position of the second positioning member 123 can be continuously and steplessly adjusted, allowing for the clamping of a wider range of battery cell sizes. Similarly, the second adjustment structure 1111 can also be a strip extending along the first direction X, which, in conjunction with the first positioning hole 1131, can also achieve continuous and stepless adjustment of the position of the first positioning member 113. Furthermore, the second adjustment structure 1211 can also include multiple spaced through holes arranged along the telescopic movement direction X of the second telescopic member 122. In this case, when the second positioning hole 1231 moves along the first direction X to align with different through holes, the second positioning member 123 can be fixed to different parts of the second flip plate 121. It is easy to understand that this second adjustment structure 1211 can pre-set multiple corresponding through holes according to the battery cell's specifications, making the clamping and fixing of the battery cell faster.

[0055] Alternatively, in one implementation, such as Figure 2 As shown, the processing device of this utility model embodiment further includes two top cover support assemblies 13. The two top cover support assemblies 13 are arranged at intervals relative to each other along the first direction X shown in the figure, which is also the length direction of the top cover. Specifically, as... Figure 6 and Figure 7As illustrated, each top cover support assembly 13 includes a top cover support base 131, a top cover telescopic support mechanism 132, and a support block 133. A portion of the top cover support base 131 can be fixedly connected to the base 10 by bolts, and another portion of the top cover support base 131 extends from the base 10 and can be fixedly connected to the stationary part of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 by bolts. The moving part of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 can be fixed together with the support block 133.

[0056] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the present invention, the installation position of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 on the top cover support base 131 can also be moved, adjusted and then re-fixed to adapt to top covers of different lengths.

[0057] Combination Figure 2 As illustrated, two support blocks 133 are spaced apart along the first direction X. When combining two battery cells, during the installation and fixing of the battery cells, one end of the top cover is attached to one support block 133, and the other end of the top cover is attached to the other support block 133. When it is necessary to support a top cover of a different size, the installation position of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 on the top cover support base 131 can be adjusted.

[0058] Alternatively, in one implementation, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the top cover support 131 of this embodiment of the utility model is provided with a third adjustment structure 1311, and the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 is provided with a third positioning hole 1321. The third adjustment structure 1311 is a strip structure extending along the first direction X, and the third positioning hole 1321 and the third adjustment structure 1311 can move relative to each other and be fixed along the first direction X. When the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 is installed on the top cover support 131, the third adjustment structure 1311 and the third positioning hole 1321 cooperate with each other. The third adjustment structure 1311 can have multiple different installation positions, each of which can be fixedly connected to the third positioning hole 1321. The installation position corresponding to the third positioning hole 1321 is the target position on the third adjustment structure 1311, and this target position matches the top cover size of the corresponding specification. For example, the third positioning hole 1321 can be moved to the target position on the third adjustment structure 1311, and then the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 can be fastened to the top cover support 131 by bolts.

[0059] Optionally, in one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7As illustrated, the aforementioned third adjustment structure 1311 may include a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction X. In this case, when the third positioning hole 1321 moves along the first direction X to different positions within the strip-shaped hole, the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 can be fixed to different parts of the top cover support base 131. (Combined with...) Figure 6 and Figure 7 As illustrated, it is easy to understand that when the third positioning hole 1321 moves along the first direction X, the position of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 can be continuously and steplessly adjusted, allowing for a wider range of top cover sizes to be clamped. Additionally, the third adjustment structure 1311 can also include multiple through holes spaced apart, arranged along the telescopic movement direction X of the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132. In this case, when the third positioning hole 1321 moves along the first direction X to align with different through holes, the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 can be fixed to different parts of the top cover support base 131. It is easy to understand that this third adjustment structure 1311 can pre-set multiple corresponding through holes according to the top cover's dimensions, making top cover installation and placement faster.

[0060] Alternatively, in one implementation, such as Figure 6 As shown, the top cover telescopic support mechanism 132 of this utility model embodiment is a cylinder. The cylinder includes a cylinder body 132a and a push rod 132b inserted into the cylinder body 132a and capable of telescopic movement relative to the cylinder body 132a. The cylinder body 132a can be fixedly connected to the top cover support seat 131. The end of the push rod 132b away from the cylinder body 132a can be fixed to the support block 133. The support block 133 is provided with a limiting groove 1331 for supporting the top cover. When the top cover is placed in the limiting groove 1331, the blocking effect of the side walls on both sides of the limiting groove 1331 can prevent the top cover from shifting, which helps to ensure the quality of the core assembly.

[0061] Alternatively, in one implementation, such as Figure 1 As shown, in the processing apparatus of this utility model embodiment, the battery cell can be further fixed by utilizing the principle of negative pressure adsorption in at least one of the first flipping component 11 and the second flipping component 12.

[0062] For example, the first flipping assembly 11 may include a first negative pressure suction cup 115, which can be fixed to the first flipping plate 111 by bolts. The side of the first negative pressure suction cup 115 facing away from the base 10 is the first adsorption surface 1151. The first adsorption surface 1151 may be processed with a plurality of evenly distributed air suction holes. When a battery cell is placed on the first adsorption surface 1151, the large surface of the battery cell faces the air suction hole. The battery cell can be tightly fixed to the first flipping plate 111 under the action of negative pressure adsorption, and the first flipping plate 111 flips as the battery cell rotates. Additionally, the second flipping assembly 12 may include a second negative pressure suction cup 125, which can be fixed to the second flipping plate 121 by bolts. The side of the second negative pressure suction cup 125 facing away from the base 10 is the second adsorption surface 1251. The second adsorption surface 1251 may be processed with a plurality of evenly distributed suction holes. When another battery cell is placed on the second negative pressure suction cup 125, the large surface of the battery cell faces the suction hole. The battery cell can be tightly fixed to the second flipping plate 121 under the action of negative pressure adsorption, as the second flipping plate 121 flips.

[0063] In this embodiment of the invention, a negative pressure suction cup is used to adsorb and fix the corresponding battery cell, which reduces the risk of damage to the battery cell and can reliably fix it.

[0064] Optionally, in one embodiment, the present invention may also utilize a drive motor to provide the power required for flipping the battery cell to each flipping component. For example, as shown... Figure 1 As shown, the battery cell merging device of this embodiment further includes a first drive motor 14 and a second drive motor 15. The first drive motor 14 can be fixed to the base 10 via a motor mounting bracket. The output shaft of the first drive motor 14 can be connected to the first flipping plate 111. When the first drive motor 14 operates, power is transmitted to the first flipping plate 111, causing the first flipping plate 111 to rotate the battery cells on the plate. Similarly, the second drive motor 15 can be fixed to the base 10 via a motor mounting bracket. The output shaft of the second drive motor 15 can be connected to the second flipping plate 121. When the second drive motor 15 operates, power is transmitted to the second flipping plate 121, causing the second flipping plate 121 to rotate the battery cells on the plate. Furthermore, the output shafts of both the first drive motor 14 and the second drive motor 15 are located in a horizontal plane, which helps to reduce the height of the processing device along the third direction Z, facilitating the installation and arrangement of the processing device in low-ceilinged spaces.

[0065] In this embodiment of the invention, two drive motors are used to drive each flipping component independently. Compared with a single motor driving two flipping components at the same time, the complex linkage mechanism can be eliminated, the structure of the processing device is simpler, and the cost is reduced.

[0066] Alternatively, in one implementation, such as Figure 1As shown, the processing device of this utility model embodiment also includes a support platform 16, support columns 17, connecting blocks 18, and connecting shafts 19. The support platform 16 can be a rectangular flat plate, and four support columns 17 can be distributed at the four corners of the support platform 16 and fixed together to it to form a workbench for placing the aforementioned base 10. There can be four connecting blocks 18, which can be fixed to the upper surface of the support platform 16 by bolts. The upper surface is the side of the support platform 16 facing away from the support columns 17. Each of the four connecting blocks 18 is located at one of the four corners of the support platform 16, and each connecting block 18 is machined with a mounting groove 181, the opening of which faces upward. There can also be four connecting shafts 19, which are installed and fixed on the base 10. Each of the four connecting shafts 19 is located at one of the four corners of the base 10. One end of each connecting shaft 19 is fixed to the base 10, and the other end extends out of the base 10, with the extended part embedded in the mounting groove 181.

[0067] This mounting connection structure between the base 10 and the support platform 16, relying on the side of the mounting groove 181 to form a horizontal limit, prevents the base 10 from causing the tilting component mounted above it to move horizontally. At the same time, the opening of the mounting groove 181 allows the base 10 a small degree of freedom in the third direction Z (as shown in the figure), allowing it some movement during installation and operation to release vibration energy during device operation, thus achieving a vibration damping effect. Furthermore, this mounting connection structure also enables more efficient quick assembly and disassembly.

[0068] In addition, combined Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown in the diagram, both the first flip plate 111 and the second flip plate 121 have a U-shaped clearance space. The first flip plate 111 and the second flip plate 121 form a cross-shaped space along the second direction Y. Furthermore, a cross-shaped hollow area also begins to appear in the central area of ​​the support platform 16 and the base 10. This cross-shaped hollow area facilitates the grabbing and transporting of the battery cell unit after core assembly from below the support platform 16 by devices such as robotic arms.

[0069] Finally, it should be noted that in this paper, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations.

Claims

1. A processing apparatus, characterized in that, The processing apparatus includes: A base (10) having a first direction (X); The first flipping assembly (11) includes a first flipping plate (111), a first telescopic member (112), and a first positioning member (113). The first flipping plate (111) is hinged to the base (10) and can rotate around the first direction (X). The first telescopic member (112) and the first positioning member (113) are both connected to the first flipping plate (111). In the first direction (X), the relative position of the first positioning member (113) and the first flipping plate (111) is adjustable. The first telescopic member (112) and the first positioning member (113) are arranged opposite to each other and form a first clamping space (114). A second flipping component (12) is disposed opposite to the first flipping component (11). The second flipping component (12) includes a second flipping plate (121), a second telescopic member (122), and a second positioning member (123). The second flipping plate (121) is hinged to the base (10) and can rotate around the first direction (X). The second telescopic member (122) and the second positioning member (123) are both connected to the second flipping plate (121). In the first direction (X), the relative position of the second positioning member (123) and the second flipping plate (121) is adjustable. The second telescopic member (122) and the second positioning member (123) are disposed opposite to each other and form a second clamping space (124).

2. The processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first flip plate (111) is provided with a first adjustment structure (1111), and the first positioning member (113) is provided with a first positioning hole (1131); the first positioning hole (1131) is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction (X), and / or, the first adjustment structure (1111) is a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction (X); the relative position of the first positioning hole (1131) and the first adjustment structure (1111) is adjustable along the first direction (X); The second flip plate (121) is provided with a second adjustment structure (1211), and the second positioning member (123) is provided with a second positioning hole (1231); the second positioning hole (1231) is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction (X), and / or, the second adjustment structure (1211) is a strip-shaped structure extending along the first direction (X); the relative position of the second positioning hole (1231) and the second adjustment structure (1211) is adjustable along the first direction (X).

3. The processing apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first adjustment structure (1111) is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction (X), or a strip-shaped groove extending along the first direction (X), or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction (X); the second adjustment structure (1211) is a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction (X), or a strip-shaped groove extending along the first direction (X), or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction (X).

4. The processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The processing device further includes two top cover support assemblies (13) spaced apart along the first direction (X), each of the top cover support assemblies (13) including a top cover support seat (131), a top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) and a support block (133); The top cover support (131) is disposed in the gap between the first flipping component (11) and the second flipping component (12). The top cover support (131) is fixedly connected to the base (10). The top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) is movable to the target position and fixed relative to the top cover support (131). The end of the top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) is connected to the support block (133) for supporting the top cover.

5. The processing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top cover support (131) is provided with a third adjustment structure (1311), and the top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) is provided with a third positioning hole (1321); the third adjustment structure (1311) is a strip structure extending along the first direction (X); the third positioning hole (1321) and the third adjustment structure (1311) can move relative to each other and be fixed along the first direction (X).

6. The processing apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The third adjustment structure (1311) includes a strip-shaped hole extending along the first direction (X) or a plurality of through holes spaced apart along the first direction (X), wherein the telescopic movement direction of the top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) is parallel to the first direction (X).

7. The processing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top cover telescopic support mechanism (132) is a cylinder, including a cylinder body (132a) and a push rod (132b) inserted into the cylinder body (132a). The support block (133) is fixed to the end of the push rod (132b) away from the cylinder body (132a). The support block (133) is provided with a limiting groove (1331) for supporting the top cover.

8. The processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first flipping assembly (11) further includes a first negative pressure suction cup (115), the side of the first negative pressure suction cup (115) facing away from the base (10) being a first suction surface (1151), and the first negative pressure suction cup (115) being fixedly connected to the first flipping plate (111); and / or, The second flipping assembly (12) further includes a second negative pressure suction cup (125), the side of the second negative pressure suction cup (125) facing away from the base (10) is a second adsorption surface (1251), and the second negative pressure suction cup (125) is fixedly connected to the second flipping plate (121).

9. The processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The processing apparatus further includes: The first drive motor (14) is fixedly connected to the base (10), and the output shaft of the first drive motor (14) is connected to the first flip plate (111); The second drive motor (15) is fixedly connected to the base (10), and the output shaft of the second drive motor (15) is connected to the second flip plate (121); The output shafts of the first drive motor (14) and the second drive motor (15) are both located in the horizontal plane.

10. The processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The processing device also includes a support platform (16), a support column (17), a connecting block (18), and a connecting shaft (19); The support column (17) is fixedly connected to the support platform (16), and the connecting block (18) is fixed to the side of the support platform (16) away from the support column (17). The connecting block (18) is provided with an installation groove (181), and the opening of the installation groove (181) faces the side away from the support column (17). One end of the connecting shaft (19) is fixedly connected to the base (10), and the other end extends outward from the base (10) and is partially embedded in the mounting groove (181).

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