A shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack

By designing a fixed bar and slot structure on the shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack, combined with sensors and a control system, the problem of inaccurate docking between forklifts and trolleys was solved, achieving stable movement and efficient operation.

CN224278480UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-26YUNLIAN INTELLIGENT CONTROL TECH (SUZHOU) CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YUNLIAN INTELLIGENT CONTROL TECH (SUZHOU) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-18
Publication Date
2026-05-26

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Technical Problem

Existing shuttle-type intelligent automated storage racks lack effective positioning and center of gravity maintenance devices when forklifts drive trolleys on the track, resulting in inaccurate docking between the forklift and the trolley, which can easily cause the trolley to fall off.

Method used

A fixed bar and slot structure was designed. The position of the forklift is restricted by inserting the forklift's forks into the slots. Combined with sensors and a control system, the accurate docking of the forklift and the trolley is ensured. The lifting mechanism lifts the goods and achieves stable movement.

Benefits of technology

It improves the accuracy of forklift and trolley docking, reduces position adjustment time, improves overall operation efficiency, and reduces the risk of trolley falling off.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a shuttle-type intelligent three-dimensional storage rack, including two fixed rods a and two fixed rods b installed on the right side of the fixed rods a. Extension rods are provided on the upper sides of both fixed rods a and b. Fixed frames are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of both fixed rods a and b and the extension rods to support goods. A trolley is provided between the two fixed frames. A lifting plate is provided inside the upper outer wall of each of the two trolleys. A lifting mechanism is provided inside each of the two trolleys to lift the lifting plate. By installing fixing strips and slots, the insertion position of the forklift can be restricted. The forklift driver only needs to align the fork arm with the slot to ensure accurate connection between the fork arm and the trolley. Compared to situations without such restrictions, the driver does not need to rely on experience and visual inspection to roughly determine the insertion position, greatly reducing various problems caused by positioning deviations.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of logistics and warehousing, specifically relating to a shuttle-type intelligent three-dimensional storage rack. Background Technology

[0002] Shuttle-type intelligent automated storage and retrieval systems are advanced warehousing equipment that integrates automation technology, information technology, and warehousing management concepts. They aim to make full use of warehousing space, improve the efficiency of goods storage and handling, and realize intelligent and automated operation of the warehousing process.

[0003] However, when it is necessary to use a forklift to move a trolley up and down on the track, the lack of an effective positioning and center of gravity maintenance device often results in inaccurate docking between the forklift and the trolley. If the forklift is not properly positioned, the center of gravity of the trolley may shift during the movement, which may cause the trolley to fall off the forklift. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a shuttle-type intelligent three-dimensional warehouse rack to solve the problem mentioned in the background art of the lack of an effective positioning and center of gravity maintenance device when a forklift drives a trolley to move up and down on the track.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a shuttle-type intelligent three-dimensional storage rack, comprising two fixed rods a and two fixed rods b installed on the right side of the fixed rods a;

[0006] An extension rod is provided on the upper side of both fixed rods a and b;

[0007] Both fixed rods a and b are fixedly connected to fixed frames on the opposite sides of the extension rod to support the goods;

[0008] A trolley is provided between the two fixed frames, and a lifting plate is provided inside the upper outer wall of each of the two trolleys. A lifting mechanism is provided inside each of the two trolleys to lift the lifting plate.

[0009] The lower outer walls of the two trolleys are fixedly connected with fixing strips near the left and right sides respectively. The front outer walls of the fixing strips are provided with slots that run through the front and back for forklifts to insert.

[0010] Preferably, multiple anti-slip pads are fixedly connected at equal intervals from front to back on the lower outer wall of the multiple fixing strips, and weight-reducing holes that pass through the left and right sides are opened on the inner side of the outer wall of the left and right ends of the multiple fixing strips.

[0011] Preferably, a fixing plate is fixedly connected to one side of each of the two fixing strips, and a reflective strip is embedded in the inner side of the front outer wall of each of the fixing plates.

[0012] Preferably, all of the fixing strips are fixedly connected to the trolley by welding.

[0013] Preferably, a control screen is embedded inside the front outer wall of both trolleys, and guide rails are fixedly connected to the lower outer wall of the multiple fixed frames.

[0014] Preferably, multiple movable wheels are provided on the outer walls of both the left and right ends of the two trolleys to drive the trolleys to move under the constraint of the guide rails, and a driver is provided inside the two trolleys and near the left and right sides respectively to drive the movable wheels to rotate.

[0015] Preferably, sensors a are provided on the upper outer wall of the trolley and near the left and right sides respectively to detect the distance the trolley has moved, and multiple sensors b are embedded inside the upper outer wall of the multiple fixing frames from front to back to detect the position of the goods.

[0016] Preferably, a connecting rod is provided between each of the two fixed rods a, the extension rod and the fixed rod b, and a connecting sleeve is provided between each of the multiple fixed rods a and the extension rod.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack, which has the following advantages:

[0018] By installing fixing bars and slots, the insertion and removal positions of the forklift can be restricted when the forklift moves the trolley from the outside. The forklift driver only needs to align the fork arm with the slot and insert it to ensure that the connection position between the fork arm and the trolley is accurate. Compared with the situation without such restrictions, the driver does not need to rely on experience and visual estimation to roughly determine the insertion position, which greatly reduces various problems caused by positioning deviation. At the same time, once the fork arm is accurately inserted into the slot, there is no need for tedious position adjustments. The ideal position can be achieved with one insertion, which significantly shortens the docking time between the forklift and the trolley and improves the overall operation efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a shuttle-type intelligent three-dimensional warehouse rack structure according to the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the frontal cross-section of the vehicle area of ​​this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the fixing strip area of ​​this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the side cross-section of the fixing strip area of ​​this utility model.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Fixed rod a; 2. Connecting sleeve; 3. Extension rod; 4. Connecting rod; 5. Fixing frame; 6. Fixed rod b; 7. Lifting plate; 8. Control panel; 9. Trolley; 10. Lifting mechanism; 11. Driver; 12. Guide rail; 13. Moving wheel; 14. Sensor a; 15. Sensor b; 16. Fixing strip; 17. Slot; 18. Anti-slip pad; 19. Reflective strip; 20. Fixing plate; 21. Weight reduction hole. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1-4 The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack shown includes two fixed rods a1 and two fixed rods b6 installed on the right side of the fixed rods a1;

[0026] Extension rods 3 are provided on the upper side of both fixed rods a1 and b6;

[0027] The two fixed rods a1 and b6 are fixedly connected to the opposite side of the extension rod 3 by a fixed frame 5 to support the goods;

[0028] A trolley 9 is installed between two fixed frames 5. A lifting plate 7 is installed inside the upper outer wall of each trolley 9. A lifting mechanism 10 is installed inside each trolley 9 to lift the lifting plate 7. Two fixed rods a1 and two fixed rods b6 installed on their right sides constitute the basic frame structure of the storage rack. The extension rods 3 installed on the upper side of the fixed rods a1 and b6 further expand the space of the rack. When goods are placed on the fixed frames 5, when it is necessary to move the goods on a fixed frame 5 at one position to another position, the trolley 9 moves along the track under the action of the drive device to the bottom of the fixed frame 5. Then, the lifting mechanism 10 lifts the lifting plate 7, lifts the goods, and moves them to the exit position. Then, the forklift lifts the trolley 9 with its forks and moves the trolley 9 and the goods together to complete the goods retrieval process.

[0029] Two trolleys 9 are fixedly connected to the lower outer walls of each trolley 9 near the left and right sides. The front outer walls of the multiple fixed strips 16 are provided with slots 17 that pass through the front and back, for the forklift to insert. When the trolley 9 needs to be moved by the forklift, the forklift's fork arm is aligned with the slot 17 and inserted. After insertion, the fork arm and the fixed strip 16 are tightly engaged, restricting the left and right movement of the fork arm, so that the forklift can stably drive the trolley 9 to move.

[0030] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, multiple anti-slip pads 18 are fixedly connected at equal intervals from front to back on the lower outer wall of multiple fixing strips 16. Weight reduction holes 21 that pass through the left and right sides are opened on the inner side of the outer wall of multiple fixing strips 16. Fixing plates 20 are fixedly connected to the opposite side of two fixing strips 16. Reflective strips 19 are embedded in the inner side of the front outer wall of multiple fixing plates 20. Multiple fixing strips 16 are fixedly connected to the trolley 9 by welding.

[0031] When the trolley 9 is placed on the ground, the anti-slip mat 18 can restrict the position of the trolley 9 and prevent the trolley 9 from moving accidentally due to external force when stationary. The weight reduction hole 21 can effectively reduce the overall weight of the fixing strip 16, which helps to reduce the overall energy consumption of the trolley 9 and improve its operating efficiency. At the same time, it can also reduce the pressure on the rack rails and extend the service life of the rails. When light shines on the reflective strip 19, it can reflect the light back and attract the attention of the operator. When the forklift approaches the trolley 9 for docking operation, the forklift lights or external light will shine on the reflective strip 19. The light reflected by the reflective strip 19 can make the operator see the position of the fixing strip 16 and the slot 17 more clearly, so as to insert the fork arm into the slot 17 more accurately.

[0032] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a control panel 8 is embedded in the front outer wall of each of the two trolleys 9. The lower outer wall of each of the multiple fixed brackets 5 is fixedly connected to a guide rail 12. Multiple moving wheels 13 are provided on the outer walls of the left and right ends of the two trolleys 9 to drive the trolleys 9 to move under the restriction of the guide rail 12. A driver 11 is provided inside the two trolleys 9 and near the left and right sides respectively to drive the moving wheels 13 to rotate.

[0033] The control panel 8 can display the operating status information of the trolley 9, such as its current position, speed, and progress of the cargo handling task, as well as relevant information about the cargo on the fixed rack 5, such as the cargo location and whether there is cargo. Operators can input commands through the control panel 8, such as instructing the trolley 9 to go to a specific fixed rack 5 to pick up or deliver goods. When the drive unit 11 is activated, its output rotational force is transmitted to the moving wheels 13, causing them to rotate. The moving wheels 13, constrained by the guide rail 12, can only roll along the direction of the guide rail 12, thus driving the trolley 9 to move on the guide rail 12.

[0034] like Figure 2 As shown, sensors a14 are installed on the upper outer wall of the trolley 9 and near the left and right sides respectively to detect the distance moved by the trolley 9. Multiple sensors b15 are embedded in the upper outer wall of multiple fixed frames from front to back to detect the position of the goods.

[0035] During the movement of the trolley 9, sensor a14 detects the distance the trolley 9 moves in real time and feeds the information back to the control system. The control system precisely adjusts the operation of the drive 11 based on the feedback information to ensure that the trolley 9 accurately reaches the designated position of the target mounting frame 5. Sensor b15 detects the position of the goods on the mounting frame 5 to determine the optimal position for placing the goods.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, a connecting rod 4 is provided between the two fixed rods a1, the extension rod 3 and the fixed rod b6, and a connecting sleeve 2 is provided between the multiple fixed rods a1 and the fixed rod b6 and the extension rod 3.

[0037] The connecting rod 4 between the two fixed rods a1, the extension rod 3 and the fixed rod b6 plays a role in enhancing the overall structural stability of the shelf. The connecting sleeve 2 between the multiple fixed rods a1 and b6 and the extension rod 3 is used to enhance the connection strength and stability between the fixed rods and the extension rod 3.

[0038] The implementation principle of this embodiment is as follows: Two fixed rods a1 and two fixed rods b6 installed on their right sides constitute the basic frame structure of the storage rack. The extension rods 3 set on the upper side of the fixed rods a1 and b6 further expand the space of the rack. Goods are placed on the fixed rack 5. When it is necessary to move the goods on the fixed rack 5 at one position to another position, the trolley 9 moves along the track under the action of the drive device to the bottom of the fixed rack 5. Then, the lifting mechanism 10 lifts the lifting plate 7, lifts the goods, and moves them to the exit position. Subsequently, the forklift lifts the trolley 9 with its forks and moves the trolley 9 together with the goods to complete the goods removal process. When it is necessary to use the forklift to move the trolley 9, the forklift's forks are aligned with the slot 17 and inserted. After insertion, the forks are tightly engaged with the fixing bar 16 to restrict the left and right movement of the forks, so that the forklift can stably drive the trolley 9 to move.

[0039] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack, comprising two fixed rods a (1) and two fixed rods b (6) installed on the right side of the fixed rods a (1); An extension rod (3) is provided on the upper side of both fixed rods a (1) and fixed rod b (6); The two fixed rods a (1) and b (6) are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the extension rod (3) with fixed frames (5) to support the goods; A trolley (9) is provided between the two fixed frames (5). A lifting plate (7) is provided inside the upper outer wall of the two trolleys (9). A lifting mechanism (10) is provided inside the two trolleys (9) to lift the lifting plate (7). Its features are: The lower outer walls of the two trolleys (9) are fixedly connected with fixing strips (16) near the left and right sides respectively. The front outer walls of the multiple fixing strips (16) are provided with slots (17) that pass through the front and back, so that forklifts can be inserted.

2. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple anti-slip pads (18) are fixedly connected at equal intervals from front to back on the lower outer wall of the multiple fixing strips (16), and weight reduction holes (21) that pass through the left and right sides are opened in the inner walls of the left and right ends of the multiple fixing strips (16).

3. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the two fixing strips (16) is fixedly connected to a fixing plate (20) on one side of its opposite side, and each of the fixing plates (20) has a reflective strip (19) embedded in the inner side of its front outer wall.

4. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: All of the aforementioned fixing strips (16) are fixedly connected to the trolley (9) by welding.

5. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front outer walls of the two trolleys (9) are each embedded with a control screen (8), and the lower outer walls of the multiple fixed frames (5) are each fixedly connected with a guide rail (12).

6. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple movable wheels (13) are provided on the outer walls of the left and right ends of the two trolleys (9) to drive the trolleys (9) to move under the restriction of the guide rail (12). Drivers (11) are provided inside the two trolleys (9) and near the left and right sides respectively to drive the movable wheels (13) to rotate.

7. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: Sensors a (14) are provided on the upper outer wall of the trolley (9) and near the left and right sides respectively to detect the distance moved by the trolley (9). Multiple sensors b (15) are embedded in the upper outer wall of the multiple fixed frames b (5) from front to back to detect the position of the goods.

8. The shuttle-type intelligent automated storage rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting rod (4) is provided between each of the two fixed rods a (1), the extension rod (3) and the fixed rod b (6), and a connecting sleeve (2) is provided between each of the multiple fixed rods a (1) and the fixed rod b (6) and the extension rod (3).