Sheet material positioning device

Abstract

The utility model discloses sheet material positioning device, including frame body part, projector support part, projection equipment, frame body part is fixed on the ground, and frame body part is fixed in the non-interference position near the trolley, and projector support part is connected with frame body part upper portion, and projection equipment is connected with projector support part, and projection equipment can move along with projector support part before and after, left and right, and the projection angle of projection equipment can swing around projector support part before and after, realizes the position adjustment and projection angle adjustment of projection equipment on projector support part before and after, left and right, the utility model discloses the position information of projection equipment is projected to the trolley rack with sheet material, replaces the mode of sheet material template positioning or manual scribing in the conventional sheet material unstacking operation through the image projection mode, saves sheet material resources, reduces the input cost, and the worker does not need to frequently change sheet material template or scribe, reduces the working strength, improves the automation level.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automated sheet metal production technology, and in particular to a sheet metal positioning device. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the automotive industry, the application of sheet metal stamping parts is increasing, and the sheet metal used is diverse in shape. During production, sheet metal needs to be placed on trolleys for transportation and destacking. Typically, the initial placement of the sheet metal and other equipment on the trolley is determined by either creating sheet metal templates or manually marking lines. Manually installing the sheet metal templates onto the trolley's material rack and then placing the sheet metal according to the templates is problematic. Different shaped sheet metal requires different shaped templates, resulting in significant waste of sheet metal, increased costs, and occupied inventory space. Manual marking requires workers to pre-adjust the sheet metal placement position on the sheet before marking lines, which is time-consuming, inefficient, and prone to confusion when marking too many lines on different shaped sheet metal. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a sheet metal positioning device. This device projects the sheet metal's position information onto a trolley rack using a projection device. Workers place the sheet metal and various auxiliary equipment according to the image of the sheet metal's position on the rack. The projection device can be adjusted left and right. Depending on the size of the sheet metal, one, two, or more projection devices can be used to project the sheet metal's position. This image projection method replaces the conventional sheet metal destacking operations that use sheet metal templates for positioning or manual marking, saving sheet metal resources, reducing input costs, eliminating the need for workers to frequently change sheet metal templates or mark lines, reducing workload, and improving automation.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] A sheet metal positioning device includes a frame assembly, a projector bracket assembly, and a projection device. The frame assembly is fixed to a foundation such as the ground. The projector bracket assembly is connected to the upper part of the frame assembly, and the projection device is connected to the projector bracket assembly. The projection device can move left and right and forward and backward along the projector bracket assembly to adjust the left and right and forward and backward positions of the projection device on the projector bracket assembly.

[0006] The frame assembly includes a left column, a right column, and a first crossbeam, with the two ends of the first crossbeam horizontally supported on the upper ends of the left and right columns, respectively.

[0007] The left column, right column, and first crossbeam are each provided with multiple wire holes.

[0008] The first crossbeam is provided with connecting reinforcements at the connection points with the left and right columns.

[0009] The left column, right column, and first crossbeam are made of square tubing.

[0010] The projector bracket assembly includes a first bracket, a second crossbeam, and a second support; the first bracket is connected to the first crossbeam, the second crossbeam is connected to the first bracket, one end of the second support is connected to the second crossbeam and the other end is connected to the projection device, and the position of the second support on the second crossbeam is adjustable.

[0011] The second crossbeam is provided with multiple threaded holes, and the second bracket is connected to the threaded holes on the second crossbeam through a bolt assembly, so that the position of the second bracket on the second crossbeam is adjustable.

[0012] The second bracket is adjustable in position on the second crossbeam by using a guide rail and slider combination structure.

[0013] The first support adopts an adjustable length structure.

[0014] Mechanical limit switches are provided at both ends of the second crossbeam.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] 1. This utility model replaces the conventional sheet metal destacking operations that use sheet metal templates for positioning or manual marking with image projection, saving sheet metal resources, reducing input costs, and eliminating the need for workers to frequently change sheet metal templates or mark lines, thus reducing workload and improving automation. One or more projection devices can be installed; when the sheet metal size is large, two projection devices can be used simultaneously, depending on actual production needs. The projection devices can move forward, backward, left, and right along the projector bracket, and the projection angle can also be adjusted around the projector bracket, allowing for positional and angle adjustments of the projection devices on the projector bracket. This enables positional projection onto sheet metal of different sizes, providing strong adaptability.

[0017] 2. The dynamic image position information projected by this device using a laser scanning projector is clear and accurate, and is not affected by the environment such as lighting, so it can operate in all-day lighting environments.

[0018] 3. The left column, right column, and first crossbeam adopt a square tube structure, which is simple, strong, reliable, compact, and occupies little space. It does not affect normal sheet metal stacking and unstacking operations and is suitable for compact workshop environments.

[0019] 4. The left and right uprights and the first crossbeam are each provided with multiple wire-passing holes. This facilitates the routing of cables through the frame assembly, ensuring the reliability and safety of the cables.

[0020] 5. The connection points between the first crossbeam and the left and right columns are respectively equipped with connecting reinforcing members. These reinforcing members improve the rigidity of the first crossbeam, prevent bending and deformation, ensure the accurate positioning and reliable movement of the projection equipment on the first crossbeam, and avoid situations where the first crossbeam is relatively long and heavy, and the projector bracket assembly is also relatively heavy.

[0021] 6. The position of the second bracket on the second crossbeam is adjustable. Adjustment is simple and allows for quick and precise positioning of the projection device to the optimal location, making it suitable for situations requiring frequent repositioning.

[0022] 7. The first support adopts an adjustable length structure. By changing the length of the first support, the image projected by the projection device can be easily positioned on the material rack of the loading area trolley.

[0023] 8. Mechanical limiters are provided at both ends of the second crossbeam. The mechanical limiters prevent the second support from falling off the end of the second crossbeam during left and right movement. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the frame assembly structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the end effector bracket assembly structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 This utility model utilizes a laser scanning projector, combined with trolley one, trolley two, and a destacking robot to illustrate the structural diagram of the sheet metal destacking process.

[0029] In the diagram, 1 is the frame assembly, 2 is the projector bracket assembly, 3 is the projection device, 4 is the left column, 5 is the right column, 6 is the first crossbeam, 7 is the reinforcing member, 8 is the wire hole, 9 is the first bracket, 10 is the second crossbeam, 11 is the second bracket, 12 is the mechanical limit switch, 13 is the trolley one, 14 is the trolley two, 15 is the destacking robot, 16 is the material stop bar, 17 is the sheet metal, 18 is the laser scanning projector one, 19 is the dynamic image, 20 is the magnetic sheet separation device, 21 is the final material detection device, 22 is the laser scanning projector two, and 23 is the bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this utility model, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0031] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a sheet metal positioning device includes a frame assembly 1, a projector bracket assembly 2, and a projection device 3. The frame assembly 1 is connected to a foundation such as the ground and is fixed in a non-interference position near the trolley. The projector bracket assembly 2 is connected to the upper part of the frame assembly 1, and the projection device 3 is connected to the projector bracket assembly 2. The projection device 3 can move forward and backward and left and right along the projector bracket assembly 2, and the projection angle of the projection device 3 can swing around the installation position, thereby realizing the adjustment of the forward and backward, left and right position and angle of the projection device 3 on the projector bracket assembly 2. There are one or more projection devices 3. Usually, one projection device is arranged above one trolley. When the sheet metal used is large, two projection devices can be used to project simultaneously, depending on the actual production needs.

[0032] The frame assembly 1 includes a left column 4, a right column 5, and a first crossbeam 6, with the two ends of the first crossbeam 6 horizontally supported on the upper ends of the left column 4 and the right column 5, respectively.

[0033] The left column 4, right column 5 and first crossbeam 6 are each provided with multiple wire holes 8, which facilitates the routing of wires from the frame assembly and ensures the reliability and safety of the wires.

[0034] The first crossbeam 6 is connected to the left column 4 and the right column 5 by reinforcing members 7. The reinforcing members 7 can be made of ribbed tubing. The reinforcing members 7 can improve the rigidity of the first crossbeam 6, prevent the first crossbeam 6 from bending and deforming, ensure the accurate position and reliable movement of the projection device 3 on the first crossbeam 6, and avoid situations where the first crossbeam 6 is relatively long and heavy, and the projector bracket assembly 2 is also relatively heavy.

[0035] The left column 4, right column 5, and first crossbeam 6 adopt a square tube structure, which is compact, rigid, strong, reliable, occupies a small area, and does not affect the operation of the trolley.

[0036] The projector bracket assembly 2 includes a first bracket 9, a second crossbeam 10, a second bracket 11, and a mechanical limiter 12. Two first brackets 9 are provided, each connected to a first crossbeam 6. A flange with flange connection holes is provided at the rear end of each first bracket 9. A crossbeam connection hole is also provided on the first crossbeam 6. The first brackets 9 and the first crossbeam 6 are connected by bolts 23, the flange connection holes, and the crossbeam connection holes. The second crossbeam 10 is connected to the two first brackets 9. One end of the second bracket 11 is connected to the second crossbeam 10, and the other end is connected to the projection device 3. The position of the second bracket 11 on the second crossbeam 10 is adjustable.

[0037] The second crossbeam 10 has multiple threaded holes, and the second bracket 11 is connected to the threaded holes on the second crossbeam 10 via a bolt assembly, making the position of the second bracket 11 on the second crossbeam 10 adjustable. The adjustment is relatively simple.

[0038] Alternatively, a guide rail and slider combination structure can be used to achieve adjustable position of the second bracket 11 on the second crossbeam 10. For example, the second crossbeam 10 is equipped with a guide rail, and the second bracket 11 is equipped with a slider that engages with the guide rail. A threaded hole is provided on the slider, and a locking screw is installed in the threaded hole. After the second bracket 11 is adjusted to the predetermined position, the locking screw secures the slider to the guide rail, achieving reliable positioning of the second bracket 11 on the second crossbeam 10. This allows for quick and accurate adjustment and fixation of the projection device 3 to the desired optimal position, suitable for occasions requiring frequent position adjustments.

[0039] The first bracket 9 adopts an adjustable length structure. For example, the first bracket 9 adopts a square tube set structure of different sizes, such as two sections or three sections. The smaller square tube is set inside the larger square tube and can move axially to achieve the adjustment of the overall length. After adjustment, it is locked and fixed. The length is determined according to the installation position of the projection device 3. By changing the length of the first bracket 9, the image projected by the projection device is located on the material rack of the loading area trolley.

[0040] Mechanical limiters 12, such as limit blocks, are provided at both ends of the second crossbeam 10. The mechanical limiters 12 prevent the second support 11 from falling off the end of the second crossbeam 10 during left and right movement.

[0041] The projection device 3 uses a laser scanning projector to form a dynamic image with rapidly moving light spots, so that the human eye sees the complete position image information; other projectors can also be used to directly project the position image onto the desired location. The following describes the main working process of sheet metal destacking using a laser scanning projector as an example, in conjunction with trolley 13, trolley 2 14, and destacking robot 15: The position images of the corresponding guide bars 16 and sheet metal 17 are prepared, and the position images are manually sent to the projection system. The projection system analyzes and processes the position images, causing the laser scanning projector 18 to project dynamic images 19 of the guide bars 16 and sheet metal 17 onto the material rack of trolley 13 in the loading area. Workers place the corresponding guide bars 16 and sheet metal 17 according to the positions of the dynamic images on the rack. The magnetic sheet separator 20 is fixed according to the sheet metal position, and the final material detection device 21 is placed at the bottom of the sheet metal. Trolley 13 drives the sheet metal 17 into the destacking work area, the destacking robot 15 destacking the sheet metal on the material rack of trolley 13, and the laser scanning projector 18 finishes projection. Similar to the steps described above, laser scanning projector 22 projects dynamic images of the guide bars and sheet metal onto the material rack of trolley 2 14. Workers place the guide bars and sheet metal according to the image positions and fix magnetic sheet separation and end-of-life detection devices on the material rack. Trolley 2 moves into the destacking work area, and laser scanning projector 22 finishes projection. After the destacking robot 15 has destacking the sheet metal on trolley 1 13, it can then destacking the sheet metal on trolley 2 14. Trolley 1 13 moves out of the destacking work area, and workers directly place the sheet metal according to the position of the guide bars 16. Trolley 1 13 then drives the sheet metal 17 into the destacking work area.

[0042] This invention can not only locate the position of the sheet material, but also the position of auxiliary equipment such as the material stop bar, magnetic sheet splitter, and end-of-material detection. The device on the trolley rack can be directly installed in place, eliminating the need for debugging the position of the sheet material and various auxiliary equipment, thus improving work efficiency.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "vertical," and "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for describing this utility model and do not require that this utility model be constructed or operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting this utility model. The terms "connected" and "linked" in this utility model should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a connection or a detachable connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through intermediate components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0044] The above description represents the preferred embodiments of this utility model. The specific embodiments are provided only for a better understanding of the concept of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, several improvements or equivalent substitutions can be made based on the principles of this utility model, and these improvements or equivalent substitutions are also considered to fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sheet material positioning device comprising a frame assembly, said frame assembly being fixed to a base, characterised in that, It also includes a projector bracket assembly and a projection device. The projector bracket assembly is connected to the upper part of the frame assembly, and the projection device is connected to the projector bracket assembly. The projection device can move left and right and forward and backward along the projector bracket assembly, so as to realize the adjustment of the left and right and forward and backward positions of the projection device on the projector bracket assembly.

2. The sheet positioning device according to claim 1, wherein The frame assembly includes a left column, a right column, and a first crossbeam, with the two ends of the first crossbeam horizontally supported on the upper ends of the left and right columns, respectively.

3. The sheet positioning device according to claim 2, wherein The left column, right column, and first crossbeam are each provided with multiple wire holes.

4. The sheet positioning device of claim 2, wherein The first crossbeam is provided with connecting reinforcements at the connection points with the left and right columns.

5. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The left column, right column, and first crossbeam are made of square tubing.

6. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The projector bracket assembly includes a first bracket, a second crossbeam, and a second support; the first bracket is connected to the first crossbeam, the second crossbeam is connected to the first bracket, one end of the second support is connected to the second crossbeam and the other end is connected to the projection device, and the position of the second support on the second crossbeam is adjustable.

7. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second crossbeam is provided with multiple threaded holes, and the second bracket is connected to the threaded holes on the second crossbeam through a bolt assembly, so that the position of the second bracket on the second crossbeam is adjustable.

8. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second bracket is adjustable in position on the second crossbeam by using a guide rail and slider combination structure.

9. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first support adopts an adjustable length structure.

10. The sheet metal positioning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, Mechanical limit switches are provided at both ends of the second crossbeam.

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