Integrated busbar installation mechanism and integrated busbar assembly equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides an integrated busbar mounting mechanism and integrated busbar assembling equipment. The integrated busbar mounting mechanism comprises a first driving assembly and a first pickup assembly, the driving end of the first driving assembly is connected with the first picking assembly, and the first driving assembly drives the first picking assembly to do lifting movement and / or horizontal movement; the first picking assembly comprises an adjusting part and a picking part, and the adjusting part comprises a mounting base body and a floating plate; the picking part comprises an adsorption plate and a first positioning structure arranged on the adsorption plate, and the adsorption plate is mounted below the floating plate; the floating plate is in sliding fit with the mounting base body in the mounting cavity in the mounting base body, and the size of the floating plate is smaller than that of the mounting cavity, so that the floating plate can freely move along with the first positioning structure in the horizontal direction to adjust the horizontal position of the adsorption plate connected with the floating plate. When the first positioning structure on the adsorption plate and the external positioning structure are precisely positioned, the adsorption plate can adaptively adjust the position in the horizontal plane, so that the precise alignment of the integrated busbar and the battery cell module is ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of lithium battery module assembly equipment technology, and more specifically, to an integrated busbar installation mechanism and integrated busbar assembly equipment. Background Technology

[0002] A lithium battery module's CCS (Cells Contact System) is an integrated busbar, also known as a wiring harness board integration component. It consists of signal acquisition components (such as bundles, FPCs, FFCs, etc.), plastic structural parts, and copper / aluminum busbars, connected as a whole through processes such as thermoforming or riveting. This enables functions such as high-voltage series and parallel connection of battery cells, battery temperature sampling, and cell voltage sampling. As a key component of the battery management system, the CCS plays a crucial role in fields such as electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

[0003] Currently, the specific assembly process of CCS includes: placing the CCS in the rack, and then transporting the CCS to the cell module through the CCS loading mechanism; due to the limited precision of the CCS loading mechanism, it is impossible to achieve precise positioning, so the operator needs to accurately align the CCS with the cell module, and then manually screw the CCS onto the cell module. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application provides an integrated busbar installation mechanism and an integrated busbar assembly equipment, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An integrated busbar mounting mechanism includes a first drive assembly and a first pickup assembly, wherein:

[0006] The drive end of the first drive component is connected to the first pickup component, and the first drive component is configured to drive the first pickup component to move vertically and / or horizontally.

[0007] The first pickup assembly includes an adjustment section and a pickup section.

[0008] The adjustment unit includes a mounting base and a floating plate, wherein the mounting base has a mounting cavity for accommodating the floating plate.

[0009] The pickup unit includes an adsorption plate and at least one first positioning structure disposed on the adsorption plate, the adsorption plate being mounted below the floating plate.

[0010] The floating plate slides within the mounting cavity and is smaller than the mounting cavity, allowing it to move freely in the horizontal direction following the first positioning structure to adjust the horizontal position of the adsorption plate connected to the floating plate.

[0011] The sliding design of the floating plate allows the first positioning structure on the adsorption plate connected to the floating plate to move freely in the horizontal direction, thereby enabling precise alignment of the integrated busbar and the battery cell module, reducing manual intervention and improving assembly accuracy. In addition, the cooperation of the first drive component and the first pickup component enables automated pickup and release of the integrated busbar, reducing manual operation steps and improving production efficiency.

[0012] Optionally, the adjustment unit also includes a balance bar and a regulator, wherein:

[0013] The balance bar is installed at the upper end of the floating plate, and the top of the mounting base has a first opening that communicates with the mounting cavity, with the balance bar located in the first opening;

[0014] The regulator includes at least one first drive element and at least one second drive element.

[0015] The fixed end of each first driving component is mounted on the upper end of the mounting base, and the driving end of each first driving component is connected to the balance bar for transmission, so as to straighten the balance bar in the first horizontal direction.

[0016] The fixed end of each second driving component is installed on the upper end of the mounting base, and the driving end of each second driving component is connected to the balance bar to perform alignment of the balance bar in a second horizontal direction, which is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction.

[0017] The first and second driving components can be used to straighten the balance bar in the first and second horizontal directions, respectively, which increases the stability of the floating plate, ensures the smooth operation of the adsorption plate, and further improves the assembly accuracy.

[0018] Optionally, the bottom end of the mounting base is provided with several first through holes communicating with the mounting cavity;

[0019] The floating plate is connected to the adsorption plate via guide rods that pass through each of the first through holes. The diameter of the guide rods is smaller than the diameter of the first through holes.

[0020] The guide rods provide rigid vertical support for the adsorption plate while allowing slight horizontal displacement, thus balancing positioning accuracy and floating flexibility. This guide rod structure is also easy to install and maintain, reducing the manufacturing cost of the device.

[0021] Optionally, the adjusting unit may also include a plurality of first ball adjusting members and a plurality of second ball adjusting members;

[0022] Each first ball adjustment component is installed on the top wall of the mounting base, and the end of each first ball adjustment component containing the ball abuts against the upper end of the floating plate.

[0023] Each second ball bearing adjustment component is installed on the bottom wall of the mounting base, and the end of each second ball bearing adjustment component containing the ball abuts against the lower end of the floating plate.

[0024] By using the balls on several first ball adjusting components and several second ball adjusting components, sliding friction is converted into rolling friction, which reduces the moving resistance of the floating plate and improves the response speed and positioning sensitivity.

[0025] By using several first ball bearing adjustment components and several second ball bearing adjustment components to support the upper and lower ends of the floating plate respectively, it is possible to prevent the floating plate from tilting or shifting during movement, thus ensuring the stable operation of the device.

[0026] This multi-point ball contact disperses the force on the floating plate, avoids localized wear, and extends the life of the components; the ball structure can also absorb the influence of external vibrations on the adsorption plate, thereby ensuring positioning stability.

[0027] An integrated busbar assembly device includes an integrated busbar feeding mechanism, a cell module feeding mechanism, and the aforementioned integrated busbar installation mechanism, wherein:

[0028] The integrated busbar feeding mechanism is configured to transfer the integrated busbar to the first feeding position;

[0029] The integrated busbar installation mechanism is configured to pick up the integrated busbar at the first feeding position;

[0030] The cell module feeding mechanism is configured to transfer the cell module to the second feeding position;

[0031] The integrated busbar mounting mechanism is also configured to move the picked-up integrated busbar to the second loading position and release the picked-up integrated busbar onto the cell module located at the second loading position.

[0032] The integrated busbar assembly equipment of this application includes an integrated busbar feeding mechanism, a cell module feeding mechanism, and an integrated busbar installation mechanism. This integrated busbar assembly equipment realizes a seamless connection from feeding the integrated busbar and cell module to assembling the integrated busbar onto the cell module, improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs. Furthermore, this automated assembly reduces manual intervention, reduces human error, and improves the consistency and quality of assembly.

[0033] Optionally, the integrated busbar feeding mechanism includes a first bearing component and a first conveying component, wherein:

[0034] The first load-bearing component is used to support and limit the integrated busbar, and the first load-bearing component is provided with a second positioning structure for cooperating with the integrated busbar installation mechanism to pick up materials.

[0035] The first conveying assembly is used to carry the first bearing assembly and transport the first bearing assembly to the material pick-up position.

[0036] In the integrated busbar feeding mechanism, the cooperation of the first bearing component and the first conveying component enables rapid and continuous feeding of the integrated busbar, meeting the needs of high-efficiency production. In addition, the second positioning structure on the first bearing component ensures the accurate positioning of the integrated busbar installation mechanism during the picking up of the integrated busbar, providing a reliable foundation for subsequent assembly.

[0037] Optionally, the second positioning structure corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures, and a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure and the second positioning structure.

[0038] The pin-hole positioning method ensures accurate positioning of the integrated busbar during feeding and assembly, reducing errors. This method is simple, reliable, and allows for rapid positioning, improving assembly efficiency. Furthermore, it is applicable to various sizes and types of integrated busbars, enhancing the equipment's versatility.

[0039] Optionally, the integrated busbar feeding mechanism also includes a picking unit, which is configured to pick up the integrated busbar located at the picking position and transfer the picked-up integrated busbar to the first feeding position;

[0040] The material handling unit includes a second drive assembly and a second pick-up assembly, wherein:

[0041] The second pickup component is used to pick up the integrated busbar located at the picking position. The structure of the second pickup component may be the same as or different from that of the first pickup component.

[0042] The second drive assembly includes a lifting drive and a tilting drive. The tilting drive is installed at the drive end of the lifting drive, and the second pickup assembly is installed at the drive end of the tilting drive. The tilting drive is configured to drive the second pickup assembly to tilt, and the lifting drive is configured to drive the tilting drive and the second pickup assembly to lift.

[0043] The second pickup component is provided with a third positioning structure corresponding to the first positioning structure and the second positioning structure. When the second pickup component picks up the integrated busbar from the first carrier component, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the second positioning structure.

[0044] When the integrated busbar installation mechanism picks up the integrated busbar from the material picking section, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the first positioning structure.

[0045] The material handling unit includes a second drive assembly and a second pick-up assembly; the second drive assembly includes a lifting drive and a tilting drive; the structure of the second pick-up assembly is the same as or different from that of the first pick-up assembly, and a third positioning structure is provided; through the cooperation of the lifting drive and the tilting drive, the lifting and tilting of the integrated busbar is realized to adapt to different assembly requirements;

[0046] The third positioning structure on the second pickup component and the second positioning structure on the first carrier component can form a pin hole positioning, thereby ensuring the precise positioning of the second pickup component in the process of picking up the integrated busbar from the first carrier component; the third positioning structure on the second pickup component and the first positioning structure on the first pickup component can also form a pin hole positioning, thereby ensuring the precise positioning of the first pickup component in the process of picking up the integrated busbar from the second pickup component. In addition, when the first pickup component installs the integrated busbar onto the cell module, the material picking unit can simultaneously pick up the integrated busbar located at the material picking position, thereby realizing the rapid and continuous feeding of the integrated busbar and meeting the needs of high-efficiency production.

[0047] Optionally, the cell module feeding mechanism includes a second bearing component and a second conveying component, wherein:

[0048] The second support component is used to support the battery cell module. The second support component is provided with a fourth positioning structure that corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures. A pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure and the fourth positioning structure.

[0049] The second conveying component is used to carry the second bearing component and transport the second bearing component to the second loading position.

[0050] The battery cell module feeding mechanism includes a second bearing component and a second conveying component. The second bearing component carries the battery cell module, and the second conveying component transports the second bearing component to the second feeding position. Through the cooperation of the second bearing component and the second conveying component, the battery cell module can be fed quickly and continuously, meeting the needs of high-efficiency production. The fourth positioning structure on the second bearing component and the first positioning structure on the first picking component can form a pin hole positioning, thereby ensuring the accurate positioning when the first picking component releases the picked integrated busbar onto the battery cell module on the second bearing component, thus ensuring the accuracy of the final assembly position.

[0051] Optionally, the first positioning structure includes two sets of matching positioning pins and positioning pin seats, with the two positioning pins respectively installed at the two ends of the diagonal of the adsorption plate through the corresponding positioning pin seats;

[0052] The fourth positioning structure includes positioning pin holes corresponding to the positioning pins.

[0053] Two positioning pins are located at opposite ends of the adsorption plate diagonally, maximizing coverage of the entire plane and effectively limiting the adsorption plate's rotational and translational freedom on the horizontal plane, ensuring precise positioning. Simultaneously, diagonal positioning ensures even distribution of positioning force, reducing adsorption plate deformation. The maximized distance design also enhances fault tolerance; even if one positioning pin has a slight error, the other can compensate, ensuring overall accuracy. Furthermore, this design simplifies the positioning logic, reduces the complexity of the mechanical structure, and allows the equipment to adapt to integrated busbars and battery cell modules of various sizes, improving versatility and production efficiency.

[0054] Optionally, the integrated busbar assembly equipment also includes a fastening mechanism disposed outside the integrated busbar mounting mechanism. The fastening mechanism is configured to fix the integrated busbar onto the battery cell module after the integrated busbar mounting mechanism positions the integrated busbar onto the battery cell module located at the second feeding position.

[0055] The integrated busbar assembly equipment also includes a fastening mechanism, which ensures a firm connection between the integrated busbar and the battery cell module, improving assembly quality. The fastening mechanism enables automated fixing of the integrated busbar, reducing manual operation and improving production efficiency. The automated fixing method ensures consistent fixing force of the integrated busbar, avoiding differences caused by manual operation.

[0056] Optionally, the material handling section further includes at least one first bending component, which is configured to bend the edge of the integrated busbar along the height direction;

[0057] The integrated busbar installation mechanism includes at least one second bending component configured to pull the bent portion of the integrated busbar in a horizontal direction.

[0058] When installing the integrated busbar onto the cell module, the mounting holes for the screws on the integrated busbar may be blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar, requiring the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar to be flipped up. Therefore, a first bending component is provided in the material handling section, and a second bending component is provided in the integrated busbar mounting mechanism, which are respectively used to bend the edge of the integrated busbar in the height direction and to pull the bent part of the integrated busbar in the horizontal direction, so as to expose the mounting holes blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar.

[0059] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the technical solution of this application are:

[0060] This application provides an integrated busbar installation mechanism and an integrated busbar assembly device. The integrated busbar installation mechanism achieves high-precision adaptive positioning during CCS assembly through the synergistic action of a floating plate and an adsorption plate. Specifically, the floating plate is slidably installed in the mounting groove of the mounting base and can move horizontally within the mounting groove. The lower end of the floating plate is connected to the adsorption plate. When the first positioning structure on the adsorption plate is precisely positioned with the external positioning structure, the adsorption plate can adaptively adjust its position in the horizontal plane to ensure precise alignment between the CCS and the battery cell module. Attached Figure Description

[0061] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated busbar installation mechanism in the embodiments of this application from a first-view perspective.

[0062] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the integrated busbar installation mechanism in the embodiments of this application from a second perspective.

[0063] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the cooperation between the floating plate and the first and second ball adjustment components in the integrated busbar installation mechanism of this application embodiment;

[0064] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated busbar assembly equipment in an embodiment of this application; it should be noted that... Figure 4 In reality, there is only one integrated busbar installation mechanism. Figure 4 The two integrated busbar installation mechanisms shown represent two different working states of the integrated busbar installation mechanism;

[0065] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material handling part of the integrated busbar feeding mechanism in the integrated busbar assembly equipment of this application from a first perspective.

[0066] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the material handling part of the integrated busbar feeding mechanism in the integrated busbar assembly equipment of this application from a second perspective.

[0067] Figures 1 to 6 Includes:

[0068] Integrated busbar installation mechanism 1:

[0069] First drive assembly 11, lifting drive module 111, lifting driver 1111, mounting plate 1112, guide column 1113, translation drive module 112,

[0070] The components include: first pickup assembly 12, adjustment part 121, mounting base 1211, floating plate 1212, balance bar 1213, leveler 1214, first drive component 12141, second drive component 12142, first ball adjustment component 1215, second ball adjustment component 1216, pickup part 122, suction plate 1221, first positioning structure 1222, positioning pin 12221, positioning pin seat 12222, and guide rod 123.

[0071] Second bending component 13;

[0072] Integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2:

[0073] First load-bearing component 21,

[0074] First conveying component 22,

[0075] Material handling unit 23, second drive assembly 231, lifting drive component 2311, tilting drive component 2312, second picking assembly 232, first bending assembly 233;

[0076] Battery cell module feeding mechanism 3:

[0077] Second bearing assembly 31, second conveying assembly 32;

[0078] Fastening mechanism 4. Detailed Implementation

[0079] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0080] like Figure 1-3 As shown, this application provides an integrated busbar mounting mechanism, which includes a first drive assembly and a first pickup assembly 12, wherein:

[0081] The drive end of the first drive component is connected to the first pickup component 12, and the first drive component is configured to drive the first pickup component 12 to move vertically and / or horizontally.

[0082] The first pickup assembly 12 includes an adjustment section 121 and a pickup section 122.

[0083] The adjustment unit 121 includes a mounting base 1211 and a floating plate 1212. Figure 3 As shown in the figure, the mounting base 1211 has a mounting cavity for accommodating the floating plate 1212.

[0084] The pickup unit 122 includes an adsorption plate 1221 and at least one first positioning structure 1222 disposed on the adsorption plate 1221. The adsorption plate 1221 is installed below the floating plate 1212.

[0085] The floating plate 1212 slides within the mounting cavity and is in slidable fit with the mounting base 1211. The size of the floating plate 1212 is smaller than the size of the mounting cavity, allowing the floating plate 1212 to move freely in the horizontal direction following the first positioning structure 1222 to adjust the horizontal position of the adsorption plate 1221 connected to the floating plate 1212.

[0086] The sliding design of the floating plate 1212 allows the first positioning structure 1222 on the adsorption plate 1221 connected to the floating plate 1212 to move freely in the horizontal direction, thereby enabling precise alignment of the integrated busbar and the cell module, reducing manual intervention, and allowing the integrated busbar to be installed on the cell module with high precision. In addition, through the cooperation of the first driving component and the first picking component 12, the automated picking and releasing of the integrated busbar is realized, reducing manual operation steps and improving production efficiency.

[0087] Optional, please continue reading Figure 1 The adjusting unit 121 also includes a balance bar 1213 and a regulator 1214, wherein:

[0088] The balance bar 1213 is installed on the upper end of the floating plate 1212, and the top end of the mounting base 1211 has a first opening communicating with the mounting cavity, and the balance bar 1213 is located in the first opening;

[0089] The regulator 1214 includes at least one first drive element 12141 and at least one second drive element 12142.

[0090] The fixed end of each first driving component 12141 is mounted on the upper end of the mounting base 1211, and the driving end of each first driving component 12141 is connected to the balance bar 1213 for transmission, so as to straighten the balance bar 1213 in the first horizontal direction.

[0091] The fixed ends of each second driving member 12142 are mounted on the upper end of the mounting base 1211, and the driving ends of each second driving member 12142 are connected to the balance bar 1213 for transmission, so as to straighten the balance bar 1213 in a second horizontal direction, which is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction. Figure 1 As shown, multiple sets of first driving members 12141 and second driving members 12142 can be symmetrically arranged at the upper end of the mounting base 1211 along the extension direction of the floating plate 1212.

[0092] The first driving component 12141 and the second driving component 12142 can respectively adjust the balance bar 1213 in the first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction, which increases the stability of the floating plate 1212, ensures the smooth operation of the adsorption plate 1221, and further improves the assembly accuracy.

[0093] Optionally, the first driving component 12141 and the second driving component 12142 can be driven components such as cylinders or motors, or elastic components such as tension springs or springs, which can be selected by those skilled in the art.

[0094] Optional, please continue reading Figure 1 and Figure 3 The bottom end of the mounting base 1211 is provided with several first through holes that communicate with the mounting cavity;

[0095] The floating plate 1212 is connected to the adsorption plate 1221 via guide rods 123 that pass through each of the first through holes. The diameter of the guide rods 123 is smaller than the diameter of the first through holes.

[0096] The guide rod 123 provides rigid vertical support for the adsorption plate 1221 while allowing slight horizontal displacement, thus balancing positioning accuracy and floating flexibility. This guide rod 123 structure is also easy to install and maintain, reducing the manufacturing cost of the device.

[0097] Optional, please continue reading Figure 1 and Figure 3 The adjustment unit 121 also includes a plurality of first ball adjusting members 1215 and a plurality of second ball adjusting members 1216;

[0098] Each first ball adjustment component 1215 is installed on the top wall of the mounting base 1211, and the end of each first ball adjustment component 1215 containing the ball abuts against the upper end of the floating plate 1212.

[0099] Each second ball adjustment component 1216 is installed on the bottom wall of the mounting base 1211, and the end of each second ball adjustment component 1216 with balls abuts against the lower end of the floating plate 1212.

[0100] The sliding friction is converted into rolling friction by the balls on the first ball adjusting member 1215 and the second ball adjusting member 1216, which reduces the moving resistance of the floating plate 1212 and improves the response speed and positioning sensitivity.

[0101] The upper and lower ends of the floating plate 1212 are supported by several first ball adjusting members 1215 and several second ball adjusting members 1216 respectively, which limits the height of the floating plate 1212 but does not prevent the horizontal movement of the floating plate 1212. This can prevent the floating plate 1212 from tilting or deviating during movement and ensure the stable operation of the device.

[0102] This multi-point ball contact disperses the force on the floating plate 1212, avoids local wear, and extends the service life of the component; the ball structure can also absorb the influence of external vibration on the adsorption plate 1221, thereby ensuring positioning stability.

[0103] Optionally, the adsorption plate 1221 is provided with several adsorption structures, which are suction cups or adsorption holes.

[0104] like Figure 4 As shown, this application also provides an integrated busbar assembly device, which includes an integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2, a cell module feeding mechanism 3, and the aforementioned integrated busbar installation mechanism 1, wherein:

[0105] The integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2 is configured to transfer the integrated busbar to the first feeding position;

[0106] The integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 is configured to pick up the integrated busbar at the first feeding position;

[0107] The cell module feeding mechanism 3 is configured to transfer the cell module to the second feeding position;

[0108] The integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1 is also configured to move the picked-up integrated busbar to the second loading position and release the picked-up integrated busbar onto the cell module located at the second loading position.

[0109] It should be noted that, Figure 4 In reality, there is only one integrated busbar installation mechanism. Figure 4 The two integrated busbar mounting mechanisms shown represent two different operating states of this integrated busbar mounting mechanism; as... Figure 4 As shown, one of the integrated busbar mounting mechanisms is close to the first feeding position, in a working state of preparing to pick up the integrated busbar; the other integrated busbar mounting mechanism is close to the second feeding position, in a working state of releasing the picked-up integrated busbar onto the cell module located at the second feeding position.

[0110] The integrated busbar assembly equipment of this application includes an integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2, a cell module feeding mechanism 3, and an integrated busbar installation mechanism 1. This integrated busbar assembly equipment realizes a seamless connection from feeding the integrated busbar and the cell module to assembling the integrated busbar onto the cell module, which improves production efficiency and reduces labor costs. Furthermore, this automated assembly reduces manual intervention, reduces human error, and improves the consistency and quality of assembly.

[0111] Optional, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 In the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1, the first drive component 11 includes a lifting drive module 111 and a translation drive module 112.

[0112] The drive end of the lifting drive module 111 is directly or indirectly connected to the first pickup component, and is used to drive the first pickup component to move up and down.

[0113] The driving end of the translation drive module 112 is directly or indirectly connected to the first pickup component, and is used to drive the first pickup component to move horizontally.

[0114] Optional, please refer to Figure 1 The lifting drive module 111 includes a lifting driver 1111, a mounting plate 1112, and a guide column 1113;

[0115] The mounting plate 1112 is provided with several guide holes. The first pickup component is connected to the mounting plate 1112 by several guide posts 1113 that slide through each guide hole in a corresponding manner. The fixed end of the lifting driver 1111 is mounted on the mounting plate 1112, and the driving end of the lifting driver 1111 is connected to the first pickup component to drive the first pickup component to move up and down.

[0116] Optionally, the integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1 also includes a mounting bracket, on which the mounting plate 1112 is slidably mounted;

[0117] The translation drive module 112 includes a translation driver. The fixed end of the translation driver is mounted on the mounting bracket, and the driving end of the translation driver is connected to the mounting plate 1112 for driving the mounting plate 1112 to slide and translate on the mounting bracket.

[0118] Optionally, the translation drive module 112 can be a synchronous belt drive module or a lead screw drive module, etc., which can be selected by those skilled in the art according to production needs.

[0119] Optional, please continue reading Figure 4 The integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2 includes a first bearing component 21 and a first conveying component 22, wherein:

[0120] The first bearing component 21 is used to support and limit the integrated busbar. The first bearing component 21 is provided with a second positioning structure for cooperating with the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 to pick up materials.

[0121] The first conveying component 22 is used to carry the first carrying component 21 and convey the first carrying component 21 to the material picking position.

[0122] In the integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2, the cooperation of the first bearing component 21 and the first conveying component 22 enables rapid and continuous feeding of the integrated busbar, meeting the needs of high-efficiency production. Furthermore, the second positioning structure on the first bearing component 21 ensures precise positioning of the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 during the picking process, providing a reliable foundation for subsequent assembly. In practical applications, the first conveying component 22 can employ conveying structures such as conveyor belts, chains, or stepping beams.

[0123] Optionally, the second positioning structure corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures 1222, and a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure 1222 and the second positioning structure.

[0124] The pin-hole positioning method ensures accurate positioning of the integrated busbar during feeding and assembly, reducing errors. This method is simple, reliable, and allows for rapid positioning, improving assembly efficiency. Furthermore, it is applicable to various sizes and types of integrated busbars, enhancing the equipment's versatility.

[0125] Optional, please refer to Figure 4-6 The integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2 also includes a picking unit 23, which is configured to pick up the integrated busbar located at the picking position and transfer the picked-up integrated busbar to the first feeding position.

[0126] The material handling unit 23 includes a second drive assembly 231 and a second pick-up assembly 232, wherein:

[0127] The second pickup component 232 is used to pick up the integrated busbar located at the picking position. The structure of the second pickup component 232 may be the same as or different from the structure of the first pickup component 12.

[0128] The second drive assembly 231 includes a lifting drive 2311 and a tilting drive 2312. The tilting drive 2312 is installed at the drive end of the lifting drive 2311, and the second pickup assembly 232 is installed at the drive end of the tilting drive 2312. The tilting drive 2312 is configured to drive the second pickup assembly 232 to tilt, and the lifting drive 2311 is configured to drive the tilting drive 2312 and the second pickup assembly 232 to lift.

[0129] The second pickup component 232 is provided with a third positioning structure corresponding to the first positioning structure 1222 and the second positioning structure. When the second pickup component 232 picks up the integrated busbar from the first carrier component 21, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the second positioning structure.

[0130] When the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 picks up the integrated busbar from the material picking part 23, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the first positioning structure 1222.

[0131] The material handling unit 23 includes a second drive assembly 231 and a second pick-up assembly 232; the second drive assembly 231 includes a lifting drive component 2311 and a tilting drive component 2312; the structure of the second pick-up assembly 232 is the same as or different from that of the first pick-up assembly 12, and is provided with a third positioning structure; through the cooperation of the lifting drive component 2311 and the tilting drive component 2312, the lifting and tilting of the integrated busbar is realized to adapt to different assembly requirements;

[0132] The third positioning structure on the second pickup component 232 and the second positioning structure on the first carrier component 21 can form a pin hole positioning, thereby ensuring the accurate positioning of the second pickup component 232 in the process of picking up the integrated busbar from the first carrier component 21; the third positioning structure on the second pickup component 232 can also form a pin hole positioning with the first positioning structure 1222 on the first pickup component 12, thereby ensuring the accurate positioning of the first pickup component 12 in the process of picking up the integrated busbar from the second pickup component 232.

[0133] Optional, please continue reading Figure 4 The battery cell module feeding mechanism 3 includes a second bearing component 31 and a second conveying component 32, wherein:

[0134] The second support component 31 is used to support the battery cell module. The second support component 31 is provided with a fourth positioning structure that corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures 1222. A pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure 1222 and the fourth positioning structure.

[0135] The second conveying component 32 is used to carry the second carrying component 31 and convey the second carrying component 31 to the second feeding position.

[0136] The battery cell module feeding mechanism 3 includes a second bearing component 31 and a second conveying component 32. The second bearing component 31 carries the battery cell module, and the second conveying component 32 conveys the second bearing component 31 to the second feeding position. Through the cooperation of the second bearing component 31 and the second conveying component 32, the battery cell module can be fed quickly and continuously to meet the needs of high-efficiency production. The fourth positioning structure on the second bearing component 31 and the first positioning structure 1222 on the first picking component 12 can form a pin hole positioning, thereby ensuring the accurate positioning when the first picking component 12 releases the picked integrated busbar onto the battery cell module on the second bearing component 31, and thus ensuring the accuracy of the final assembly position.

[0137] Optionally, the first conveying component 22 and the second conveying component 32 are arranged side by side, replacing the existing storage and transfer process of the integrated busbar, improving the level of automation, and preventing the integrated busbar from being contaminated during the process. (The integrated busbar has undergone plasma cleaning in advance.) Of course, the structures of the first conveying component 22 and the second conveying component 32 can be the same or different, and appropriate conveying methods can be selected according to the actual working conditions.

[0138] Optional, please continue reading Figure 2 The first positioning structure 1222 includes two sets of matching positioning pins 12221 and positioning pin seats 12222. The two positioning pins 12221 are respectively installed at the two ends of the diagonal of the adsorption plate 1221 through the corresponding positioning pin seats 12222.

[0139] The fourth positioning structure includes positioning pin holes corresponding to positioning pins 12221.

[0140] Two positioning pins 12221 are located at opposite ends of the diagonal of the adsorption plate 1221, which can cover the entire plane to the maximum extent, effectively restricting the rotational and translational degrees of freedom of the adsorption plate 1221 on the horizontal plane and ensuring precise positioning. At the same time, diagonal positioning makes the positioning force evenly distributed, reducing the deformation of the adsorption plate 1221, and improving fault tolerance through the design of maximizing the distance. Even if there is a small error in one positioning pin 12221, the other positioning pin 12221 can compensate for it, ensuring overall accuracy. In addition, this design simplifies the positioning logic, reduces the complexity of the mechanical structure, and enables the equipment to adapt to integrated busbars and battery cell modules of various sizes, improving versatility and production efficiency.

[0141] Optional, please continue reading Figure 4 The integrated busbar assembly equipment also includes a fastening mechanism 4 located outside the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1. The fastening mechanism 4 is configured to fix the integrated busbar to the battery cell module after the integrated busbar installation mechanism positions the integrated busbar on the battery cell module located at the second feeding position.

[0142] The integrated busbar assembly equipment also includes a fastening mechanism 4, which ensures a firm connection between the integrated busbar and the battery cell module, improving assembly quality. The fastening mechanism 4 enables automated fixing of the integrated busbar, reducing manual operation and improving production efficiency. The automated fixing method ensures consistent fixing force of the integrated busbar, avoiding differences caused by manual operation.

[0143] Optionally, the fastening mechanism 4 can be a commercially available screw-driving mechanism, such as a combination of an automatic screw-driving machine and a robotic arm or servo three-axis module. Those skilled in the art can choose according to actual needs.

[0144] Optional, please continue reading Figure 5-6 The material handling section 23 also includes at least one first bending component 233, which is configured to bend the edge of the integrated busbar along the height direction;

[0145] The integrated busbar installation mechanism includes at least one second bending assembly 13, which is configured to pull the bent portion of the integrated busbar in a horizontal direction.

[0146] When installing the integrated busbar onto the cell module, the mounting holes of the screws on the integrated busbar may be blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar, requiring the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar to be flipped up. Therefore, a first bending component 233 is provided in the material handling section 23, and a second bending component 13 is provided in the integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1, which are respectively used to bend the edge of the integrated busbar in the height direction and pull the bent part of the integrated busbar in the horizontal direction to expose the mounting holes blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar.

[0147] Optionally, the first bending assembly 233 includes a third driving member and a first push plate. The fixed end of the third driving member is mounted on the second picking assembly 232. The driving end of the third driving member is configured to drive the first push plate to move along the height direction, thereby causing the first push plate to push the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar picked up by the second picking assembly 232 along the height direction, so that the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar is flipped up.

[0148] Optionally, the second bending assembly 13 includes a fourth driving member and a second push plate. The fixed end of the fourth driving member is mounted on the pickup part 122, and the driving end of the fourth driving member is configured to drive the second push plate to move in the horizontal direction, thereby causing the second push plate to push the bent portion of the integrated busbar picked up on the pickup part 122 in the horizontal direction, so that the mounting hole blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar is exposed.

[0149] The working process of the integrated busbar assembly equipment provided in this application includes:

[0150] The first conveying component 22 in the integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2 transports the first bearing component 21 carrying the integrated busbar to the material picking position;

[0151] The integrated busbar is picked up by the picking part 23 in the integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2, and the picked-up integrated busbar is transferred to the first feeding position; and the edge of the integrated busbar is bent along the height direction by the first bending component 233 provided in the picking part 23.

[0152] The integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 picks up the integrated busbar after bending the edge at the first feeding position; and the second bending component 13 provided in the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 pulls the bent part of the integrated busbar in the horizontal direction to expose the mounting hole position blocked by the metal sheet at the edge of the integrated busbar.

[0153] The battery cell module is transferred to the second feeding position by the battery cell module feeding mechanism 3;

[0154] The integrated busbar with exposed mounting holes is moved to the second feeding position by the integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1. After the first positioning structure 1222 on the integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1 (e.g., two positioning pins 12221 installed at the two ends of the diagonal of the adsorption plate 1221) and the fourth positioning structure on the second bearing component 31 in the cell module feeding mechanism 3 (e.g., two positioning pin holes corresponding to the two positioning pins 12221) form pin hole positioning, the integrated busbar with exposed mounting holes is released onto the cell module located at the second feeding position. (In the integrated busbar mounting mechanism 1, the floating plate is slidably installed in the mounting groove of the mounting base and can move horizontally in the mounting groove; the lower end of the floating plate is connected to the adsorption plate. When the first positioning structure and the fourth positioning structure on the adsorption plate form pin hole positioning, the adsorption plate can adaptively adjust its position in the horizontal plane to ensure the precise alignment of the integrated busbar with exposed mounting holes and the cell module.)

[0155] The first conveying component 22 in the integrated busbar feeding mechanism 2 outputs the first bearing component 21 that has taken away the integrated busbar;

[0156] After the integrated busbar installation mechanism 1 positions the integrated busbar with the exposed mounting holes on the battery cell module located at the second feeding position, the integrated busbar is fixed on the battery cell module by the fastening mechanism 4.

[0157] The foregoing has provided a sufficiently detailed and specific description of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that the descriptions in the embodiments are merely exemplary, and all changes made without departing from the true spirit and scope of this application should fall within the protection scope of this application. The scope of protection claimed in this application is defined by the claims, and not by the above descriptions in the embodiments.

Claims

1. An integrated busbar mounting mechanism, characterized by, The integrated busbar mounting mechanism includes a first drive component and a first pickup component, wherein: The driving end of the first driving component is connected to the first picking component, and the first driving component is configured to drive the first picking component to move vertically and / or horizontally. The first pickup component includes an adjustment section and a pickup section. The adjustment unit includes a mounting base and a floating plate, wherein the mounting base has a mounting cavity for accommodating the floating plate. The pickup unit includes an adsorption plate and at least one first positioning structure disposed on the adsorption plate, the adsorption plate being installed below the floating plate. The floating plate is slidably engaged with the mounting base within the mounting cavity. The size of the floating plate is smaller than the size of the mounting cavity, allowing the floating plate to move freely in the horizontal direction following the first positioning structure to adjust the horizontal position of the adsorption plate connected to the floating plate.

2. The integrated busbar mounting mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The adjustment unit further includes a balance bar and a regulator, wherein: The balance bar is installed at the upper end of the floating plate, and the top end of the mounting base has a first opening communicating with the mounting cavity, and the balance bar is located in the first opening; The regulator includes at least one first driving element and at least one second driving element. The fixed end of each of the first driving components is mounted on the upper end of the mounting base, and the driving end of each of the first driving components is connected to the balance bar for transmission, so as to adjust the balance bar in the first horizontal direction. The fixed end of each of the second driving components is installed on the upper end of the mounting base, and the driving end of each of the second driving components is connected to the balance bar for transmission, so as to straighten the balance bar in a second horizontal direction, the second horizontal direction being perpendicular to the first horizontal direction.

3. The integrated busbar mounting mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The bottom end of the mounting base is provided with several first through holes that communicate with the mounting cavity; The floating plate is connected to the adsorption plate via guide rods that pass through each of the first through holes, and the diameter of the guide rods is smaller than the diameter of the first through holes.

4. The integrated busbar mounting mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The adjustment unit further includes a plurality of first ball adjusting components and a plurality of second ball adjusting components; Each of the first ball adjustment components is installed on the top wall of the mounting base, and the end of each first ball adjustment component containing a ball abuts against the upper end of the floating plate; Each of the second ball bearing adjustment components is mounted on the bottom wall of the mounting base, and the end of each of the second ball bearing adjustment components containing the ball abuts against the lower end of the floating plate.

5. An integrated busbar assembly apparatus, characterized by, The integrated busbar assembly equipment includes an integrated busbar feeding mechanism, a cell module feeding mechanism, and an integrated busbar installation mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-4, wherein: The integrated busbar feeding mechanism is configured to transfer the integrated busbar to the first feeding position; The integrated busbar installation mechanism is configured to pick up the integrated busbar at the first feeding position; The battery cell module feeding mechanism is configured to transfer the battery cell module to the second feeding position; The integrated busbar installation mechanism is also configured to move the picked-up integrated busbar to the second loading position and release the picked-up integrated busbar onto the cell module located at the second loading position.

6. The integrated busbar assembly of claim 5, wherein, The integrated busbar feeding mechanism includes a first bearing component and a first conveying component, wherein: The first bearing component is used to support and limit the integrated busbar, and the first bearing component is provided with a second positioning structure for cooperating with the integrated busbar installation mechanism to pick up materials; The first conveying component is used to carry the first carrying component and transport the first carrying component to the material picking position.

7. The integrated busbar assembly of claim 6, wherein, The second positioning structure corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures, and a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure and the second positioning structure.

8. The integrated busbar assembly of claim 6, wherein, The integrated busbar feeding mechanism further includes a material picking unit, which is configured to pick up the integrated busbar located at the material picking position and transfer the picked-up integrated busbar to the first feeding position; The material handling unit includes a second drive assembly and a second pickup assembly, wherein: The second pickup component is used to pick up the integrated busbar located at the picking position. The structure of the second pickup component may be the same as or different from the structure of the first pickup component. The second driving component includes a lifting driving component and a tilting driving component. The tilting driving component is installed at the driving end of the lifting driving component, and the second pickup component is installed at the driving end of the tilting driving component. The tilting driving component is configured to drive the second pickup component to tilt, and the lifting driving component is configured to drive the tilting driving component and the second pickup component to lift. The second picking component is provided with a third positioning structure corresponding to the first positioning structure and the second positioning structure. When the second picking component picks up the integrated busbar from the first bearing component, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the second positioning structure. When the integrated busbar installation mechanism picks up the integrated busbar from the material picking part, a pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding third positioning structure and the first positioning structure.

9. The integrated busbar assembly of claim 5, wherein, The battery cell module feeding mechanism includes a second bearing component and a second conveying component, wherein: The second support component is used to support the battery cell module. The second support component is provided with a fourth positioning structure that corresponds one-to-one with each of the first positioning structures. A pin hole positioning is formed between the corresponding first positioning structure and the fourth positioning structure. The second conveying component is used to carry the second carrying component and convey the second carrying component to the second loading position.

10. The integrated busbar assembly of claim 9, wherein, The first positioning structure includes two sets of matching positioning pins and positioning pin seats. The two positioning pins are respectively installed at the two ends of the diagonal of the adsorption plate through the corresponding positioning pin seats. Each of the fourth positioning structures includes a positioning pin hole corresponding to the positioning pin.

11. The integrated busbar assembly apparatus of claim 8, wherein, The integrated busbar assembly equipment also includes a fastening mechanism disposed outside the integrated busbar installation mechanism. The fastening mechanism is configured to fix the integrated busbar onto the battery cell module after the integrated busbar installation mechanism positions the integrated busbar onto the battery cell module located at the second feeding position.

12. The integrated busbar assembly equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, The material handling section further includes at least one first bending component, which is configured to bend the edge of the integrated busbar along the height direction; The integrated busbar mounting mechanism includes at least one second bending assembly configured to pull the bent portion of the integrated busbar in a horizontal direction.

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