Toy assembling equipment with ultrasonic detection function

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of toy assembly, in particular to toy assembly equipment with an ultrasonic detection function, which comprises a rack, a first feeding device, a second feeding device and an ultrasonic detection device, a plurality of fixing clamps arranged in a line are arranged on the rack, a transfer manipulator is arranged on the rack, and the transfer manipulator is connected with the first feeding device and the second feeding device. The transfer manipulator is used for transferring a first component on a previous stationary fixture to a next stationary fixture in the discharging direction of the stationary fixture; the first feeding device, the second feeding device and the ultrasonic detection device are sequentially arranged on the rack in the discharging direction of all the stationary fixtures and are matched with the stationary fixtures one by one; a jacking mechanism is arranged on the portion, located on the fixing clamp corresponding to the second feeding device, of the rack, and the jacking mechanism can jack and fix the second component output by the second feeding device to the first component in the corresponding fixing clamp. According to the toy assembling equipment with the ultrasonic detection function, the area between two assembled parts is detected, and the assembling quality is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of toy assembly technology, specifically to a toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing capabilities. Background Technology

[0002] Most toys are rarely injection molded in one piece; they are generally produced using a modular injection molding process followed by assembly. Current toys typically use snap-fit ​​or ultrasonic welding for assembly. For example, patent CN202122635508.7 – Automatic Toy Assembly Equipment – ​​discloses an automatic toy assembly device with high assembly efficiency and low production cost, employing both ultrasonic welding and traditional press-fit connections. However, this patent uses visual inspection to check the assembly of components. This only detects missing parts and cannot check the quality of connections between components, such as whether snaps are fully engaged or welds are fully welded. Therefore, this patent makes it difficult to guarantee that each component is properly assembled during the assembly process. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome one of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing. This toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing can effectively test the area between two assembled parts to ensure the quality of assembly.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing includes a frame, a first feeding device, a second feeding device, and an ultrasonic testing device. The first and second feeding devices are used to feed a first component and a second component, respectively. The frame is provided with a plurality of fixed clamps arranged in a straight line. A transfer robot is provided on the frame, which can reciprocate along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps. The transfer robot is used to transfer the first component on the previous fixed clamp to the next fixed clamp along the discharge direction of the fixed clamp. The first feeding device, the second feeding device, and the ultrasonic testing device are all sequentially arranged on the frame along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps and are adapted to the fixed clamps one by one. A pressing mechanism is provided on the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device on the frame. The pressing mechanism can press and fix the second component output by the second feeding device onto the first component in the corresponding fixed clamp.

[0006] Furthermore, the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device is provided with a material dropping area, which is used to receive the second component discharged from the second feeding device. The output end of the pressing mechanism is movably placed in the material dropping area and can press the second component in the material dropping area toward the first component.

[0007] Furthermore, the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device is provided with an opening and closing cylinder, and a pair of clamping pressure plates that open and close to each other are slidably provided on the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device. The two output ends of the opening and closing cylinder are respectively connected to the two clamping pressure plates to drive the two clamping pressure plates to open and close in opposite directions.

[0008] Furthermore, the pressing mechanism includes a mounting base, a pushing cylinder mounted on the mounting base, and a pushing head mounted on the output end of the pushing cylinder. The mounting base is mounted on the frame, and the pushing head is slidably mounted in the material dropping area of ​​the corresponding fixed fixture.

[0009] Furthermore, the transfer robot includes a horizontal rail, a sliding plate slidably mounted on the horizontal rail, and a driver for driving the sliding plate to slide. The horizontal rail is slidably mounted on the frame along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps. The driver is mounted on the frame. The sliding plate is provided with a plurality of lifting cylinders adapted to the number and position of the fixed clamps. Each lifting cylinder is provided with a gripping hand.

[0010] Furthermore, the sliding plate is provided with several mounting holes, and the lifting cylinder is fixed to the mounting holes by screws.

[0011] Furthermore, a discharge hopper is provided on the area of ​​the frame located on the discharge side of the ultrasonic testing device.

[0012] Furthermore, a waste removal robot is provided on the side of the frame where the ultrasonic testing device discharges material, and a waste recycling bin that cooperates with the waste removal robot is provided on the frame.

[0013] Furthermore, the second feeding device includes a second rotary feeding disc, a second vibrating feeding rail, and a feeding head installed on the output end of the second vibrating feeding rail. One input end of the second vibrating feeding rail is connected to the output end of the second rotary feeding disc. The second rotary feeding disc is installed on the frame. The pressing mechanism can push the second component on the output end of the feeding head into the corresponding fixed clamp.

[0014] Furthermore, the first feeding device includes a first rotary feeding disc, a first vibrating feeding rail, and a limiting seat installed on the output end of the first vibrating feeding rail. One end of the input of the first vibrating feeding rail is connected to the output end of the first rotary feeding disc, and the transfer robot can transfer the first component on the limiting seat to the fixed fixture.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This invention discloses a toy assembly equipment with ultrasonic testing capabilities. It employs a streamlined feeding method, facilitating the arrangement of the first feeding device, the second feeding device, and the ultrasonic testing device. This also allows for the separate feeding of the first and second components by the first and second feeding devices, respectively. A transfer robot moves the first component from one fixture to the next along the discharge direction of that fixture. Compared to traditional conveyor belt methods, this ensures that each first component is accurately placed on the fixture, guaranteeing assembly accuracy. The ultrasonic testing device inspects the connection between the first and second components, effectively ensuring the connection is secure and facilitating the removal of defective toys. Furthermore, a pressing mechanism is designed on the fixture corresponding to the second feeding device, allowing the second component output from the second feeding device to be pressed and fixed onto the first component within the corresponding fixture. This enables rapid assembly without requiring adjustment of the second component's position, further improving assembly efficiency.

[0017] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a top view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the top pressing mechanism and the fixing clamp in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0023] Frame 10, waste recycling bin 11, first feeding device 20, first rotary feeding plate 21, first vibrating feeding rail 22, limit seat 23, second feeding device 30, second rotary feeding plate 31, second vibrating feeding rail 32, unloading head 33, ultrasonic testing device 40, fixing clamp 50, unloading area 51, opening and closing cylinder 52, clamping pressure plate 53, transfer robot 60, horizontal rail 61, sliding plate 62, driver 63, lifting cylinder 64, clamping gripper 65, top pressing mechanism 70, mounting base 71, top pushing cylinder 72, top pushing head 73, discharge hopper 80, waste removal robot 90. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model.

[0025] Reference Figures 1 to 4 The toy assembly equipment shown includes a frame 10, a first feeding device 20, a second feeding device 30, and an ultrasonic testing device 40. The first feeding device 20 and the second feeding device 30 are used to feed a first component and a second component, respectively. The frame 10 is provided with a plurality of fixed clamps 50 arranged in a straight line. A transfer robot 60 is also provided on the frame 10. The transfer robot 60 is capable of reciprocating along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps 50. The transfer robot 60 is used to transfer the first component from the previous fixed clamp 50 along... The material is transferred to the next fixed clamp 50 in the discharge direction of the fixed clamp 50. The first feeding device 20, the second feeding device 30 and the ultrasonic testing device 40 are all arranged sequentially on the frame 10 along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps 50 and are adapted to the fixed clamps 50 one by one. The frame 10 is provided with a pressing mechanism 70 on the fixed clamp 50 corresponding to the second feeding device 30. The pressing mechanism 70 can press and fix the second component output by the second feeding device 30 onto the first component in the corresponding fixed clamp 50.

[0026] Specifically, both the first feeding device 20 and the second feeding device 30 are conventional vibratory feeding equipment, which is a standard structure and will not be described in detail here. The ultrasonic testing device 40 can be a conventional ultrasonic testing device. Its working principle is that ultrasonic waves can penetrate non-metallic materials and some metals, and detect the presence, position, or gap of internal components through reflected waves; it can also detect the tightening depth of screws or whether the buckles are fully engaged. This application is based on this principle for testing. In this application, the first component and the second component are connected by a snap-fit ​​method, so the complete engagement of the snap-fit ​​between the two components can be detected by ultrasonic testing. Alternatively, the technical solution used in patent CN202210101763.X - A Double-Layer Thin-Wall Structure Fitting Gap Ultrasonic Measurement Device and Method can also be adopted.

[0027] Furthermore, in this application, the transfer robot 60 can be configured in multiples or as a single unit, depending on actual usage requirements. At least three sets of fixing clamps 50 are required in this application, with one set each for the second feeding device 30 and the ultrasonic testing device 40. The transfer robot 60 can directly pick up materials from the output end of the first feeding device 20, while the remaining set of fixing clamps 50 can be used for transferring components to be assembled. For example, it can be positioned between the second feeding device 30 and the ultrasonic testing device 40, or between the first feeding device 20 and the second feeding device 30. In this case, the fixing clamp 50 is mainly designed for adjusting the transfer of already assembled components. In this application, to facilitate the later clamping of the first component and ensure accurate transfer of the first component to the second feeding device 30, the fixing clamp 50 is provided between the first feeding device 20 and the second feeding device 30.

[0028] This toy assembly equipment with ultrasonic testing adopts a streamlined feeding method, which facilitates the arrangement of the first feeding device 20, the second feeding device 30, and the ultrasonic testing device 40. It also facilitates the separate feeding of the first and second components by the first and second feeding devices 20 and 30, respectively. A transfer robot 60 is used to transfer the first component from the previous fixed fixture 50 to the next fixed fixture 50 along the discharge direction of the fixed fixture 50. Compared with the traditional conveyor belt method, this ensures that each first component is accurately placed on the fixed fixture 50, guaranteeing the accuracy of subsequent assembly. The ultrasonic testing device 40 detects the connection between the first and second components, effectively ensuring the connection is qualified, which is beneficial for workers to reject toys that fail to meet assembly standards. Furthermore, a pressing mechanism 70 is designed on the fixed fixture 50 corresponding to the second feeding device 30, which presses and fixes the second component output by the second feeding device 30 onto the first component within the corresponding fixed fixture 50, enabling rapid assembly without the need to adjust the position of the second component, thus improving assembly efficiency.

[0029] See Figures 1 to 3 To facilitate better material feeding, the first feeding device 20 includes a first rotary feeding disc 21, a first vibrating feeding rail 22, and a limiting seat 23 mounted on the output end of the first vibrating feeding rail 22. One input end of the first vibrating feeding rail 22 is connected to the output end of the first rotary feeding disc 21. The transfer robot 60 can transfer the first component on the limiting seat 23 to the fixed clamp 50. The first rotary feeding disc 21 and the first vibrating feeding rail 22 are conventional structures, which will not be detailed here. They can adopt the structures described in patents CN201921088461.3 (Automatic Feeding and Positioning Mechanism) or CN202221916853.6 (Automatic Positioning Feeder), which will not be detailed here.

[0030] Similarly, in one embodiment of this application, to facilitate the loading of the second component, the second loading device 30 includes a second rotary loading plate 31, a second vibrating loading rail 32, and a discharge head 33 mounted on the output end of the second vibrating loading rail 32. One input end of the second vibrating loading rail 32 is connected to the output end of the second rotary loading plate 31, which is mounted on the frame 10. The pressing mechanism 70 can push the second component on the output end of the discharge head 33 into the corresponding fixed clamp 50. The discharge head 33 directly communicates with the corresponding position on the fixed clamp 50, facilitating the direct sliding of the second component to the area where the first component is located. The discharge head 33 is a limiting structure, such as a track groove, whose main purpose is to facilitate the sliding of the second component.

[0031] In one embodiment of this application, to facilitate the unloading of the second component and its proper pressing by the pressing mechanism 70, a unloading area 51 is provided on the fixing clamp 50 corresponding to the second feeding device 30. The unloading area 51 is used to receive the second component discharged from the second feeding device 30. The output end of the pressing mechanism 70 is movably placed within the unloading area 51 and can press the second component within the unloading area 51 towards the first component. In fact, the unloading area 51 is connected to the slot on the fixing clamp 50 for fixing the first component, mainly to facilitate the sliding of the second component towards the first component. It should be noted that in this application, the unloading area 51 is provided with a structure for limiting the second component, such as a pressure plate, to ensure that the spatial state of the second component is maintained in a preset state when the pressing mechanism 70 presses, so that it can be pressed onto the first component by the pressing mechanism 70. The unloading area 51 is connected to the unloading head 33 in the above embodiment.

[0032] Furthermore, to ensure the stability of the first component during assembly, an opening / closing cylinder 52 is provided on the fixing clamp 50 corresponding to the second feeding device 30. A pair of mutually opening and closing clamping plates 53 are slidably disposed on the fixing clamp 50 corresponding to the second feeding device 30. The two output ends of the opening / closing cylinder 52 are respectively connected to the two clamping plates 53 to drive the two clamping plates 53 to open and close towards each other. Of course, in some embodiments, the opening / closing cylinder 52 can be replaced with a clamping cylinder, and the two clamping plates 53 are respectively installed on the two actuating ends of the clamping cylinder.

[0033] See Figures 1 to 2Since the first component or the assembly of the first and second components located in different fixed fixtures 50 all need to be transferred to the next workstation, multiple transfer robots 60 can be set up between the first and second feeding devices 30, between the second feeding device 30 and the ultrasonic testing device 40, and between the ultrasonic testing device 40 and the external receiving part. Obviously, such a structure has a high cost and occupies a large space. In one embodiment of this application, in order to achieve synchronous transfer and reduce costs, the transfer robot 60 includes a horizontal rail 61, a sliding plate 62 slidably mounted on the horizontal rail 61, and a driver 63 for driving the sliding plate 62 to slide. The horizontal rail 61 is slidably mounted on the frame 10 along the discharge direction of all the fixed fixtures 50. The driver 63 is mounted on the frame 10. The sliding plate 62 is provided with a plurality of lifting cylinders 64 adapted to the number and position of the fixed fixtures 50. Each lifting cylinder 64 is provided with a gripping gripper 65. In this application, the number of fixed clamps 50 is at least three sets. Therefore, three sets of lifting cylinders 64 are also provided in this application. So when the second component is assembled on the first component, the driver 63 drives the sliding plate 62 to slide on the horizontal rail 61 until all the lifting cylinders 64 are in position with all the fixed clamps 50. Then, all the lifting cylinders 64 descend together and clamp the component on the corresponding fixed clamp 50, and then rise at the same time. At this time, the driver 63 drives the sliding plate 62 to slide on the horizontal rail 61 along the output direction of all the fixed clamps 50. After sliding to the next preset position, all the lifting cylinders 64 descend together and place the clamped component on the corresponding fixed clamp 50 or discharge it outward. After all the products are placed, the driver 63 and all the lifting cylinders 64 are reset, thus completing one operation cycle.

[0034] In the above embodiments, in order to facilitate the installation of the lifting cylinder 64, the sliding plate 62 is provided with a plurality of mounting holes, and the lifting cylinder 64 is fixed in the mounting holes by screws. This design also facilitates the adjustment of the position of the lifting cylinder 64.

[0035] See Figure 3 In the above embodiments, in order to facilitate pushing and clamping the second component onto the first component, the pressing mechanism 70 includes a mounting base 71, a pushing cylinder 72 disposed on the mounting base 71, and a pushing head 73 disposed on the output end of the pushing cylinder 72. The mounting base 71 is mounted on the frame 10, and the pushing head 73 is slidably mounted in the material dropping area 51 of the corresponding fixed clamp 50.

[0036] See you again Figures 1 to 2In one embodiment of this application, in order to better receive the assembled products, a discharge hopper 80 is provided on the area of ​​the frame 10 located on the discharge side of the ultrasonic testing device 40. Of course, in the above embodiment, since there are defective products among the assembled products, in actual process, the products discharged from the discharge hopper 80 can be diverted to different receiving devices by setting a stopper or guide.

[0037] See Figure 4 Of course, in one embodiment of this application, in order to better remove defective products, a waste removal robot 90 is provided on the side of the frame 10 where the ultrasonic testing device 40 discharges. The waste removal robot 90 can be a conventional flexible robot. A waste recycling bin 11 that cooperates with the waste removal robot 90 is provided on the frame 10.

[0038] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing capability, characterized in that, The device includes a frame, a first feeding device, a second feeding device, and an ultrasonic testing device. The first and second feeding devices are used to feed a first component and a second component, respectively. The frame is equipped with several fixed clamps arranged in a straight line. A transfer robot is also provided on the frame. The transfer robot can reciprocate along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps. The transfer robot is used to transfer the first component on the previous fixed clamp to the next fixed clamp along the discharge direction of the fixed clamp. The first feeding device, the second feeding device, and the ultrasonic testing device are all arranged sequentially on the frame along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps and are adapted to each of the fixed clamps. A pressing mechanism is provided on the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device on the frame. The pressing mechanism can press and fix the second component output by the second feeding device onto the first component in the corresponding fixed clamp.

2. The toy assembly equipment with ultrasonic testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device is provided with a dropping area. The dropping area is used to receive the second component discharged from the second feeding device. The output end of the pressing mechanism is movably placed in the dropping area and can press the second component in the dropping area against the first component.

3. The toy assembly equipment with ultrasonic testing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device is provided with an opening and closing cylinder, and a pair of clamping pressure plates that open and close to each other are slidably provided on the fixed clamp corresponding to the second feeding device. The two output ends of the opening and closing cylinder are respectively connected to the two clamping pressure plates to drive the two clamping pressure plates to open and close in opposite directions.

4. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pressing mechanism includes a mounting base, a pushing cylinder mounted on the mounting base, and a pushing head mounted on the output end of the pushing cylinder. The mounting base is mounted on the frame, and the pushing head is slidably mounted in the material dropping area of ​​the corresponding fixed fixture.

5. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer robot includes a horizontal rail, a sliding plate slidably mounted on the horizontal rail, and a driver for driving the sliding plate to slide. The horizontal rail is slidably mounted on the frame along the discharge direction of all the fixed clamps. The driver is mounted on the frame. The sliding plate is provided with a plurality of lifting cylinders adapted to the number and position of the fixed clamps. Each lifting cylinder is provided with a gripping hand.

6. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to claim 5, characterized in that: The sliding plate is provided with several mounting holes, and the lifting cylinder is fixed to the mounting holes by screws.

7. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The frame is equipped with a discharge hopper on the discharge side of the ultrasonic testing device.

8. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The frame is equipped with a waste removal robot on one side of the ultrasonic testing device, and a waste recycling bin that works in conjunction with the waste removal robot is also provided on the frame.

9. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The second feeding device includes a second rotary feeding disc, a second vibrating feeding rail, and a feeding head installed on the output end of the second vibrating feeding rail. One end of the input of the second vibrating feeding rail is connected to the output end of the second rotary feeding disc. The second rotary feeding disc is installed on the frame. The pressing mechanism can push the second component on the output end of the feeding head into the corresponding fixed clamp.

10. A toy assembly device with ultrasonic testing according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The first feeding device includes a first rotary feeding plate, a first vibrating feeding rail, and a limiting seat installed on the output end of the first vibrating feeding rail. One end of the input of the first vibrating feeding rail is connected to the output end of the first rotary feeding plate. The transfer robot can transfer the first component on the limiting seat to the fixed fixture.

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