Multi-container collaborative stable carrying device

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of transportation devices, and relates to a multi-container collaborative stable carrying device, which comprises a lifting assembly main body aluminum alloy frame, a clamping unit, a rotating table and a control and driving module, and is characterized in that a lifting assembly is fixed on a guide rail through a horizontal moving unit, and the guide rail is fixed on the rotating table in a penetrating manner; a mechanical claw is further installed below the lifting assembly. The rotating table is fixed to the body aluminum alloy frame, the clamping unit is arranged on the opposite side of the rotating table, and the clamping unit is connected with the side, close to the rotating table, of the body aluminum alloy frame through an electric push rod. The control and drive module is installed on the main body aluminum alloy frame. According to the multi-container collaborative stable carrying device, the adjustable clamping units are adopted, the multi-container collaborative stable carrying device can be matched with cylindrical containers with different diameters and heights, frequent replacement of clamps or adjustment of equipment is not needed, the operation difficulty is reduced, and the universality of the equipment is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of transportation device technology, and in particular to a multi-container collaborative stable handling device. Background Technology

[0002] Current cylindrical container handling equipment mainly includes traditional forklifts, single-container handling vehicles, and simple clamps. Traditional forklifts and handling vehicles can only handle one container at a time, resulting in numerous operations, long processing times, and low efficiency during batch handling. Furthermore, they are difficult to adapt to cylindrical containers of different diameters (e.g., 30cm~60cm) and heights (e.g., 50cm~120cm), requiring frequent clamp changes or equipment parameter adjustments. During handling, containers are prone to shaking, shifting, or even tipping over, posing a risk of material leakage. Existing multi-container handling equipment lacks sufficient synergistic optimization in terms of structural flexibility, container adaptability, and handling stability, failing to meet diverse and high-efficiency requirements. In recent years, the development of technologies such as automation control and modular design has made innovation in handling equipment possible. Therefore, this paper proposes to design a multi-container collaborative handling device incorporating new technologies to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned technical problems, a multi-container collaborative stable handling device is provided. This invention primarily utilizes a lifting assembly with a main aluminum alloy frame, clamping units, a rotating platform, and a control and drive module. Multiple clamping units work collaboratively to achieve efficient and stable handling of cylindrical containers.

[0004] The technical means adopted in this utility model are as follows:

[0005] A multi-container collaborative stable handling device includes: a lifting assembly main aluminum alloy frame, a clamping unit, a rotary table, and a control and drive module, wherein:

[0006] The lifting assembly is fixed to the guide rail via a horizontal moving unit. The guide rail is inserted and fixed to the rotating platform. A mechanical claw is also installed below the lifting assembly. The rotating platform is fixed to the main aluminum alloy frame. The clamping unit is located on the opposite side of the rotating platform. The clamping unit is connected to the side of the main aluminum alloy frame near the rotating platform via an electric push rod. The control and drive module is installed on the main aluminum alloy frame.

[0007] Furthermore, the conveying device is provided with multiple clamping units, which are fixed to the transmission rod by connecting rods. The inner side of the clamping unit is provided with an arc-shaped fitting surface, and the spacing and angle of the arc-shaped surface can be changed by an adjustment mechanism.

[0008] Furthermore, the control and drive module controls the clamping unit, electric actuator, lifting assembly, horizontal movement unit, mechanical gripper, and rotary table via a PLC. In the clamping operation state, the control and drive module adjusts the parameters of the clamping unit according to the size of the container to be clamped. The clamping unit opens and closes via a combination of linkage rotation and servo motor drive. After clamping, it switches to the transport operation state. In the transport operation state, the control and drive module controls the mechanical gripper to magnetically connect to the middle position of the conveyor rod, driving the lifting assembly to move the clamping unit upwards until a preset height is reached. The control and drive module then controls the rotary table and horizontal movement unit to drive the lifting assembly to perform horizontal and rotational movements, transporting the container to a designated location, and then switches to the release clamping operation state. In the release clamping operation state, the control and drive module controls the lifting assembly to lower the clamping unit. When it descends to a preset height, the mechanical gripper disconnects from the conveyor rod, and the clamping unit opens and closes via linkage rotation and servo motor drive, releasing the container to be clamped.

[0009] Furthermore, a movable chassis is also provided at the bottom of the main aluminum alloy frame. The movable chassis includes multiple casters, a drive motor, and a guide mechanism. The control and drive module controls the movement direction of the movable chassis through a PLC.

[0010] Furthermore, a counterweight is provided on one side of the guide rail on which the lifting assembly is installed to balance the transport device.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0012] The multi-container collaborative stable handling device provided by this utility model can handle multiple cylindrical containers at one time. Compared with traditional single-container handling equipment, it greatly improves the operation efficiency, reduces the number of handling times and time, and is suitable for batch production and warehousing circulation needs.

[0013] The multi-container collaborative stable handling device provided by this utility model adopts an adjustable clamping unit, which can adapt to cylindrical containers of different diameters and heights. It eliminates the need for frequent clamp replacements or equipment adjustments, reducing operational difficulty and improving equipment versatility.

[0014] The multi-container collaborative stable handling device provided by this utility model can synchronously link the clamping unit, the smooth lifting and moving mechanism, effectively reduce the shaking and displacement of containers during handling, and reduce the risk of container tipping and material leakage.

[0015] The multi-container collaborative stable handling device provided by this utility model can realize automated operation process through control system, which is easy to integrate into the factory's automated production system, reduce manual intervention, and improve the intelligence level and overall efficiency of production logistics.

[0016] Based on the above reasons, this utility model can be widely promoted in fields such as transportation equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the multi-container collaborative stable transport device in this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Lifting assembly; 2. Horizontal movement unit; 3. Mechanical gripper; 4. Main aluminum alloy frame; 5. Clamping unit; 6. Rotary table; 7. Counterweight; 8. Mobile chassis; 9. Control and drive module; 10. Electric actuator. Detailed Implementation

[0020] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present invention can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present invention or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of exemplary embodiments according to the invention. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0023] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0024] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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 on the scope of protection of this invention. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0025] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation besides the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is inverted, a device described as "above" or "above" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0026] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this invention.

[0027] like Figure 1As shown, this utility model provides a multi-container collaborative stable handling device, including: a lifting assembly 1, a main aluminum alloy frame 4, a clamping unit 5, a rotating table 6, and a control and drive module 9, wherein:

[0028] The lifting assembly 1 is fixed to the guide rail via the horizontal moving unit 2. The guide rail is interlocked and fixed to the rotary table 6. A mechanical gripper 3 is also installed below the lifting assembly 1. The rotary table 6 is fixed to the main aluminum alloy frame 4. The clamping unit 5 is located on the opposite side of the rotary table 6. The clamping unit 5 is connected to the side of the main aluminum alloy frame 4 closest to the rotary table 6 via an electric push rod 10. The control and drive module 9 is installed on the main aluminum alloy frame 4. In implementation, the main frame is made of aluminum alloy profiles, which have high strength and rigidity, and are easy to adjust in terms of frame size and layout.

[0029] In implementation, the lifting assembly 1 is positioned above the main aluminum alloy frame 4, and drives the clamping unit 5 and the container to move vertically up and down via a lead screw, guide rail, and power mechanism, adapting to different transport starting and ending points. The mechanical claw 3, as the end effector, works in conjunction with the clamping unit 5 to precisely grasp and release the container, enhancing clamping stability and positioning accuracy. The electric push rod 10, as an auxiliary power component, drives the clamping unit to move by controlling its extension length, precisely adapting to different container transport needs. The rotary table 6 can drive the lifting assembly 1, mechanical claw 3, etc., to rotate horizontally, expanding the device's operating range and enabling multi-directional container transport.

[0030] During implementation, the control and drive module 9 coordinates the actions of the clamping unit 5, the lifting assembly 1, and the mobile chassis 8 through the PLC: before operation, the parameters of the clamping unit 5 are automatically adjusted according to the container size; during handling, the operating status of each mechanism is monitored in real time and the parameters are automatically adjusted; it supports docking with the factory MES system and warehouse management system to achieve automated scheduling.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the handling device is equipped with multiple clamping units 5, which are fixed to the transmission rod via connecting rods. The inner side of each clamping unit 5 has an arc-shaped adapting surface. The spacing and angle of the arc-shaped surface are adjusted by a mechanism to accommodate cylindrical containers of different diameters. Multiple clamping units operate synchronously via transmission rods or a control system, ensuring uniform force distribution across the containers.

[0032] In a preferred implementation, the control and drive module 9 controls the clamping unit 5, electric push rod 10, lifting assembly 1, horizontal movement unit 2, mechanical claw 3, and rotary table 6 via a PLC. During clamping, the control and drive module 9 adjusts the parameters of the clamping unit 5 according to the size of the container to be clamped. The clamping unit 5 opens and closes via a linkage rotation combined with servo motor drive. After clamping, the module switches to a transporting state. In the transporting state, the control and drive module 9 controls the mechanical claw 3 to magnetically connect to the middle position of the conveyor rod, driving the lifting assembly 1 to move the clamping unit 5 upwards until a preset height is reached. The control and drive module 9 then controls the rotary table 6 and horizontal movement unit 2 to move the lifting assembly 1 horizontally and rotate, transporting the container to a designated location before switching to a release clamping state. In the release clamping state, the control and drive module 9 controls the lifting assembly 1 to lower the clamping unit 5. When it reaches a preset height, the mechanical claw 3 disconnects from the conveyor rod, and the clamping unit 5 opens and closes via a linkage rotation combined with servo motor drive, releasing the container to be clamped.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment, the main aluminum alloy frame 4 is further equipped with a movable chassis 8 at its bottom. The movable chassis 8 includes multiple casters, a drive motor, and a guiding mechanism, enabling flexible movement of the device and allowing manual or automatic control of the travel path. The control and drive module 9 controls the movement direction of the movable chassis 8 via a PLC.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment, a counterweight 7 is also provided on one side of the guide rail on which the lifting assembly 1 is installed to balance the transport device. The counterweight 7 is arranged on the same side of the rotary table to balance the load, optimize the distribution of the device's center of gravity, and prevent the device from tipping over due to load shift during transport.

[0035] Example

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, the multi-container collaborative stable transport device of this utility model first places the cylindrical container to be transported in a designated area during operation. Based on the container size, the control and drive module 9 adjusts the distance and angle of the arc-shaped adapter surfaces of the clamping unit 5 and the initial height of the lifting assembly. After the device moves to the transport position, the clamping unit 5 simultaneously closes to stably clamp the container. The lifting assembly 1 raises the container to a suitable height, and the moving chassis 8 travels to the target position along a preset path. Upon arrival, the lifting assembly 1 lowers, and the clamping unit 5 opens to release the container. During the transport process, the control and drive module 9 monitors and adjusts the status of each mechanism in real time to ensure synchronous and stable transport of the containers.

[0037] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-container collaborative stable transport device, characterized in that, include: The lifting assembly (1) consists of a main aluminum alloy frame (4), a clamping unit (5), a rotary table (6), and a control and drive module (9), wherein: The lifting assembly (1) is fixed on the guide rail by the horizontal moving unit (2), the guide rail is fixed on the rotary table (6), and a mechanical claw (3) is installed below the lifting assembly (1); the rotary table (6) is fixed on the main aluminum alloy frame (4), the clamping unit (5) is set on the opposite side of the rotary table (6), and the clamping unit (5) is connected to the side of the main aluminum alloy frame (4) near the rotary table (6) by the electric push rod (10); the control and drive module (9) is installed on the main aluminum alloy frame (4).

2. The multi-container cooperative stable transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying device is provided with multiple clamping units (5). The clamping units (5) are fixed to the transmission rod by connecting rods. The inner side of the clamping unit (5) is provided with an arc-shaped fitting surface. The spacing and angle of the arc-shaped surface can be changed by adjusting the mechanism.

3. The multi-container cooperative stable transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control and drive module (9) controls the clamping unit (5), electric push rod (10), lifting assembly (1), horizontal moving unit (2), mechanical claw (3), and rotary table (6) via PLC. In the clamping working state, the control and drive module (9) adjusts the parameters of the clamping unit (5) according to the size of the container to be clamped, and realizes the opening and closing of the clamping unit (5) by rotating the linkage combined with the servo motor drive. After clamping is completed, it switches to the handling working state. In the handling working state, the control and drive module (9) controls the mechanical claw (3) to be magnetically connected to the middle position of the conveyor rod, and drives the lifting assembly. The component (1) drives the clamping unit (5) to move upward until it reaches the preset height; the control and drive module (9) controls the rotary table (6) and the horizontal moving unit (2) to drive the lifting component (1) to perform horizontal and rotating actions, and after transporting the container to the designated location, it switches to the release clamping working state; in the release clamping working state, the control and drive module (9) controls the lifting component (1) to drive the clamping unit (5) to descend. When it descends to the preset height, the mechanical claw (3) is disconnected from the transmission rod, and the clamping unit (5) is opened and closed by the linkage rotation combined with the servo drive, releasing the container to be clamped.

4. The multi-container cooperative stable transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main aluminum alloy frame (4) is also provided with a mobile chassis (8) at the bottom. The mobile chassis (8) includes multiple casters, a drive motor and a guide mechanism. The control and drive module (9) controls the movement direction of the mobile chassis (8) through a PLC.

5. The multi-container cooperative stable transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A counterweight (7) is also provided on one side of the guide rail on which the lifting assembly (1) is installed, for balancing the transport device.

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