A multi-bulb conversion device

Abstract

The application discloses a multi-bulb conversion device, and relates to the technical field of illumination. The multi-bulb conversion device comprises a mounting seat, a bulb bin mounted on the mounting seat, a driving mechanism and a control module, wherein the bulb bin has a working position and at least one standby position, bulbs are mounted on the working position and the standby position, the driving mechanism is arranged on the mounting seat, the standby position is provided with a light intensity monitoring module, the working position is provided with a power monitoring module, the control module controls the bulb in one of the standby positions to be turned on according to data information transmitted by the power monitoring module, the control module controls the driving mechanism to drive the bulb bin to move according to data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module, and the driving mechanism drives the bulb bin to switch between the working position and the standby position according to the instruction of the control module. The multi-bulb conversion device can improve the replacement efficiency and accuracy of the bulbs, and further improve the work efficiency of a machine and the production quality of a chip.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of lighting technology, and more specifically, to a multi-bulb switching device. Background Technology

[0002] In the precision manufacturing process of photomasks and chips, various equipment has strict requirements for specific lighting conditions to ensure the stability of the manufacturing process and product yield. However, due to the inherent lifespan of the bulbs, they must be replaced in a timely manner when they reach the end of their lifespan. The time spent on bulb replacement and the light intensity calibration directly affect the operating efficiency of the equipment and the quality of chip production.

[0003] Currently, the industry standard for bulb replacement involves manually removing and replacing the bulb after an engineer confirms it has reached the end of its lifespan. The bulb's position is then adjusted, and the light intensity and distribution after replacement are verified. Only after confirmation can the machine be restarted. This bulb replacement method is inefficient, and manual light intensity verification lacks accuracy, impacting machine efficiency and chip production quality. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a multi-bulb switching device that can improve the efficiency and accuracy of bulb replacement, thereby improving machine efficiency and chip production quality.

[0005] The embodiments of this application are implemented as follows:

[0006] This application provides a multi-bulb switching device, including a mounting base and a bulb compartment mounted on the mounting base. The bulb compartment has a working position and at least one standby position. A bulb is installed on both the working position and the standby position. The mounting base is also provided with a drive mechanism and a control module. A light intensity monitoring module is provided on the standby position, and a power monitoring module is provided on the working position. The control module controls the bulb in one of the standby positions to turn on based on the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module. The control module also controls the drive mechanism to move the bulb compartment based on the data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module. The drive mechanism switches the bulb compartment between the working position and the standby position according to the instructions of the control module.

[0007] Optionally, as an implementable method, the bulb compartment is a rotary bulb compartment, and the working position and the preparatory position are arranged in a circumferential array on the rotary bulb compartment.

[0008] Optionally, as an implementable method, three or more socket modules are arranged in a ring on the rotary bulb compartment, through which the bulb is installed, with one of the socket modules located at the working position and the other socket modules located at the standby position.

[0009] Alternatively, as an implementable approach, the distance between two adjacent socket modules is equal.

[0010] Alternatively, as one possible implementation, the drive mechanism includes a stepper motor and a reducer disposed at the output end of the stepper motor, the output end of the reducer being connected to the rotary bulb housing.

[0011] Alternatively, as an implementable method, the working position and the preparatory position are arranged linearly at intervals on the bulb compartment.

[0012] Optionally, as an implementable method, three or more socket modules are arranged linearly on the bulb compartment, through which the bulb is installed, with one of the socket modules located at the working position and the other socket modules located at the standby position.

[0013] Alternatively, as an implementable method, the driving mechanism is a linear drive, the output end of which is connected to the bulb housing.

[0014] Optionally, as an implementable approach, a light intensity monitoring module is also provided on the workstation.

[0015] Optionally, as an implementable approach, a power supply unit is also included, which is electrically connected to the control module.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the embodiments of this application include:

[0017] The multi-bulb switching device provided in this application includes a mounting base and a bulb compartment mounted on the mounting base. The bulb compartment has a working position and at least one standby position, both of which are equipped with bulbs. The mounting base is also equipped with a drive mechanism and a control module. The standby position is equipped with a light intensity monitoring module, and the working position is equipped with a power monitoring module. The control module controls the bulb in one of the standby positions to turn on based on the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module. The control module also controls the drive mechanism to move the bulb compartment based on the data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module. The drive mechanism switches the bulb compartment between the working position and the standby position according to the instructions of the control module. Through the cooperation of the control module and the drive mechanism, when the working position bulb malfunctions, it can automatically and quickly switch to the standby position bulb without manual intervention, greatly shortening the bulb replacement time and improving the continuous operation capability of the machine. The light intensity monitoring module monitors the light intensity of the standby position bulb in real time and accurately. Only when the light intensity reaches the set standard will the control module control the drive mechanism to switch the bulb to the working position, ensuring that the light intensity of the working position bulb meets the machine's operating requirements, improving the accuracy of light intensity calibration, and thus ensuring the quality of chip production. This system enables automated bulb monitoring and replacement, reducing reliance on manual operation by engineers, lowering labor costs, and minimizing equipment malfunctions and product quality issues caused by human error. Rapid bulb replacement and accurate light intensity calibration allow the machine to resume operation in a shorter time, reducing downtime and improving machine efficiency, thereby increasing chip production efficiency and output. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the multi-bulb switching device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the multi-bulb switching device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0021] Icons: 100 - Multi-bulb converter; 110 - Mounting base; 120 - Bulb compartment; 130 - Light intensity monitoring module; 140 - Power monitoring module; 150 - Bulb. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0023] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0024] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0025] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 This embodiment provides a multi-bulb switching device 100, including a mounting base 110 and a bulb compartment 120 mounted on the mounting base 110. The bulb compartment 120 has a working position and at least one standby position. A bulb 150 is installed in both the working position and the standby position. The mounting base 110 is also provided with a drive mechanism and a control module. A light intensity monitoring module 130 is provided in the standby position, and a power monitoring module 140 is provided in the working position. The control module controls the bulb 150 in one of the standby positions to turn on according to the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module 140. The control module controls the drive mechanism to move the bulb compartment 120 according to the data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module 130. The drive mechanism drives the bulb compartment 120 to switch between the working position and the standby position according to the instructions of the control module.

[0027] When using the multi-bulb switching device 100 of this application, the power monitoring module 140 continuously monitors the power of the working bulb 150 during machine operation. When the power of the working bulb 150 becomes abnormal, reaching or exceeding the set power abnormality threshold, the power monitoring module 140 transmits the abnormal data to the control module. Upon receiving the data, the control module immediately issues a command to turn on one of the standby bulbs 150. Simultaneously, the light intensity monitoring module 130 monitors the light intensity of the turned-on standby bulb 150 in real time and transmits the light intensity data to the control module. When the light intensity of the standby bulb 150 reaches the preset light intensity standard value, the control module controls the drive mechanism to move. The drive mechanism, according to the command, moves the bulb compartment 120 to switch the standby position to the working position, realizing the automatic replacement of the bulb 150 and ensuring the continuous and stable operation of the machine. The control module can be a programmable logic controller (PLC). The PLC has powerful data processing and logic control capabilities, and can quickly and accurately process the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module 140 and the light intensity monitoring module 130, and issue commands in a timely manner to control the drive mechanism and the bulb 150 to turn on and off.

[0028] The multi-bulb switching device 100 provided in this application includes a mounting base 110 and a bulb compartment 120 mounted on the mounting base 110. The bulb compartment 120 has a working position and at least one standby position. Bulbs 150 are installed in both the working and standby positions. The mounting base 110 is also equipped with a drive mechanism and a control module. A light intensity monitoring module 130 is installed in the standby position, and a power monitoring module 140 is installed in the working position. The control module controls the bulb 150 in one of the standby positions to turn on based on the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module 140. The control module also controls the drive mechanism to move the bulb compartment 120 based on the data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module 130. The drive mechanism switches the bulb compartment 120 between the working and standby positions according to the instructions of the control module. Through the cooperation of the control module and the drive mechanism, when the working bulb 150 malfunctions, it can automatically and quickly switch to the standby bulb 150 without manual intervention, greatly shortening the bulb 150 replacement time and improving the continuous operation capability of the machine. The light intensity monitoring module 130 accurately monitors the light intensity of the standby bulb 150 in real time. Only when the light intensity reaches the set standard will the control module control the drive mechanism to switch the bulb 150 to the working position, ensuring that the light intensity of the working bulb 150 meets the machine's operating requirements. This improves the accuracy of light intensity calibration and thus guarantees chip production quality. Automatic monitoring and replacement of the bulb 150 reduces reliance on manual operation by engineers, lowers labor costs, and also reduces equipment failures and product quality issues caused by human error. Rapid bulb 150 replacement and accurate light intensity calibration allow the machine to resume operation in a shorter time, reducing downtime and improving machine efficiency, thereby increasing chip production efficiency and output.

[0029] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, the bulb compartment 120 is a rotating bulb compartment 120, and the working position and the standby position are arranged in a circular array on the rotating bulb compartment 120.

[0030] The rotary bulb compartment 120 adopts a circular structure design, with its central axis as the rotation reference. The working position and multiple reserve positions are arranged in a circular array around the central axis. In practical applications, when the working bulb 150 fails or reaches the end of its service life, the control module issues a command, and the drive mechanism drives the rotary bulb compartment 120 to rotate around the central axis, sequentially rotating the bulbs 150 in the reserve positions to the working positions, achieving rapid switching of the bulbs 150. The rotary switching method operates smoothly, and the rotation angle is easy to control precisely. It can quickly and accurately rotate the reserve bulbs 150 to the working positions, further improving the bulb replacement efficiency and reducing machine downtime.

[0031] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, three or more socket modules are arranged in a ring on the rotating bulb compartment 120. The bulb 150 is installed through the socket modules. One socket module is set in the working position, and the other socket modules are set in the standby position.

[0032] The socket modules provide an interface for electrical connection and physical fixation of the bulbs 150. Multiple socket modules are evenly distributed in a ring on the rotating bulb compartment 120, ensuring that the installation position of each bulb 150 is fixed and relatively stable. Installing the bulb 150 is simple: just insert it into the corresponding socket module. When a bulb 150 needs to be replaced, the drive mechanism rotates the rotating bulb compartment 120, causing the bulbs 150 corresponding to different socket modules to pass through the working positions sequentially, achieving orderly switching of the bulbs 150. The ring arrangement of multiple socket modules ensures the balance and stability of the rotating bulb compartment 120 structure. During rotation, the center of gravity shift will not affect the accuracy and reliability of bulb 150 switching, further ensuring the stability of the machine operation.

[0033] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1As shown, the distance between two adjacent socket modules is equal. In the circular arrangement of the rotary bulb compartment 120, through precise design and manufacturing, the arc length distance between any two adjacent socket modules remains consistent. This design ensures that during the rotation of the rotary bulb compartment 120, rotating by the same angle each time accurately switches the next standby bulb 150 to the working position. The control module can precisely control the action of the drive mechanism according to the fixed rotation angle parameters, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of bulb 150 switching. The equidistant socket modules facilitate the control module's precise control of the rotation angle of the rotary bulb compartment 120, simplifying the control algorithm and program design, improving control accuracy, and preventing bulb 150 switching errors from failing to reach the correct position, thus affecting the normal operation of the machine.

[0034] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, the drive mechanism includes a stepper motor and a reducer located at the output end of the stepper motor. The output end of the reducer is connected to the rotary bulb housing 120.

[0035] A stepper motor is an open-loop control motor that converts electrical pulse signals into angular or linear displacement, characterized by high control precision and fast response speed. The reducer is used to reduce the output speed of the stepper motor while increasing the output torque to meet the power requirements of the rotating bulb housing 120. The control module sends a control signal to drive the stepper motor to rotate. The rotational motion of the stepper motor, after being reduced in speed and torque by the reducer, is transmitted to the rotating bulb housing 120, causing it to rotate around its central axis, thus switching the bulb 150 between the working and standby positions. Through the combined use of the reducer and stepper motor, sufficient power is provided to the rotating bulb housing 120 while ensuring rotational precision, enabling the device to operate stably. Even under long-term continuous operation, the stability and reliability of bulb 150 switching are guaranteed, meeting the needs of long-term continuous operation of photomask and chip precision fabrication machines.

[0036] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 2 As shown, the working position and the standby position are linearly spaced on the bulb compartment 120.

[0037] The bulb compartment 120 adopts a linear structure design, with the working position and multiple reserve positions arranged sequentially along the length of the bulb compartment 120. When a problem occurs with the bulb 150 in the working position, the control module controls the drive mechanism to move. The drive mechanism moves the bulb compartment 120 in a straight line, moving the bulbs 150 in the reserve positions to the working positions in sequence, thus completing the bulb replacement operation.

[0038] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 2As shown, three or more socket modules are linearly arranged on the bulb compartment 120. Bulbs 150 are installed through these socket modules, with one socket module positioned in the working position and the others in the standby position. Multiple socket modules are arranged sequentially along the length of the bulb compartment 120, each socket module corresponding to a bulb 150 installation position. When a bulb 150 needs to be replaced, the drive mechanism moves the bulb compartment 120 linearly, causing the bulbs 150 corresponding to different socket modules to move sequentially to the working position, thus achieving orderly replacement of the bulbs 150.

[0039] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 2 As shown, the drive mechanism is a linear drive, and the output end of the linear drive is connected to the bulb compartment 120. The linear drive can be a linear motor, cylinder, hydraulic cylinder, or other drive components capable of linear motion. Taking a linear motor as an example, when the control module sends a control signal, the linear motor generates a linear driving force, which, through the connection component with the bulb compartment 120, drives the bulb compartment 120 to move in a linear direction, realizing the switching between the working position and the standby position of the bulb 150. The linear drive directly converts electrical energy or other energy into linear motion, resulting in high transmission efficiency and fast response speed.

[0040] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a light intensity monitoring module is also installed at the workstation. This module works in conjunction with the light intensity monitoring module 130 at the standby position. The workstation light intensity monitoring module monitors the light intensity of the workstation bulb 150 in real time and transmits the data to the control module. When the light intensity of the workstation bulb 150 does not meet the processing requirements of the machine, the control module adjusts the light intensity of the bulb 150 to meet the processing needs, ensuring that the machine always operates under suitable lighting conditions.

[0041] In one possible embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a power supply unit, which is electrically connected to the control module. The power supply unit provides a stable power supply to the entire multi-bulb converter 100, and can be in various forms such as a battery, power adapter, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The power supply unit is connected to the control module via a power cord, providing the necessary power to various components such as the control module, power monitoring module 140, light intensity monitoring module 130, and drive mechanism, ensuring the normal operation of the device.

[0042] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A multi-bulb switching device, characterized in that, The device includes a mounting base and a bulb compartment mounted on the mounting base. The bulb compartment has a working position and at least one standby position. A bulb is mounted on both the working position and the standby position. The mounting base is also equipped with a drive mechanism and a control module. The standby position is equipped with a light intensity monitoring module, and the working position is equipped with a power monitoring module. The control module controls the bulb in one of the standby positions to turn on based on the data information transmitted by the power monitoring module. The control module also controls the drive mechanism to move the bulb compartment based on the data information transmitted by the light intensity monitoring module. The drive mechanism switches the bulb compartment between the working position and the standby position according to the instructions of the control module.

2. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bulb compartment is a rotating bulb compartment, and the working position and the preparatory position are arranged in a circular array on the rotating bulb compartment.

3. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating bulb compartment has three or more socket modules arranged in a ring. The bulb is installed through the socket modules, with one of the socket modules located in the working position and the rest in the standby position.

4. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The distance between two adjacent socket modules is equal.

5. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive mechanism includes a stepper motor and a reducer disposed at the output end of the stepper motor, the output end of the reducer being connected to the rotary bulb housing.

6. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The working position and the preparatory position are linearly spaced on the bulb compartment.

7. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bulb compartment has three or more socket modules arranged linearly, through which the bulb is installed. One of the socket modules is located in the working position, and the remaining socket modules are located in the standby position.

8. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The driving mechanism is a linear drive, and the output end of the linear drive is connected to the bulb housing.

9. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A light intensity monitoring module is also installed at the workstation.

10. The multi-bulb switching device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a power supply unit, which is electrically connected to the control module.

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