Carrier automatic transfer device and carrier automatic loading and unloading system

Abstract

The application relates to a carrier automatic transfer device. The carrier automatic transfer device comprises a boat transmission table, a boat transfer unit, a basket lifting assembly, a first lifting mechanism and a first driving device. The boat transfer unit comprises a boat push-pull piece and the first driving device. The first driving device is used for driving the first boat push-pull piece to reciprocate in a first direction. The basket lifting assembly comprises the first lifting mechanism and a basket used for storing the boat. The lifting mechanism can drive the basket to lift to a preset height. In the state that the first lifting mechanism drives the basket to lift to the preset height, the first driving device can drive the boat push-pull piece to move, and the boat push-pull piece can push the boat in the basket, so that the boat moves to the boat transmission table, or the boat push-pull piece can pull the boat on the boat transmission table, so that the boat moves to the basket. The carrier automatic transfer device can improve production efficiency, reduce labor cost, improve operation precision and stability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, specifically to an automatic carrier transfer device and an automatic carrier loading and unloading system. Background Technology

[0002] In modern manufacturing, especially in high-precision manufacturing fields such as semiconductors, electronic components, and solar panels, a boat is a key piece of equipment used to carry and transport wafers, silicon wafers, or other precision workpieces. It is typically used to carry and move fishbone jigs that hold COC (Chip-on-Chip) chips. These precision workpieces undergo multiple processes during production, making an efficient and precise boat loading and unloading system crucial for improving production efficiency and product quality. Existing technology, with application number 201921186096.X and patent titled "Automated Valve Body High-Frequency Machine," only discloses a drive cylinder capable of moving along the Z and X axes, and a gripper. However, the material in the container gripped by the gripper still requires manual loading and unloading, resulting in low processing efficiency.

[0003] Currently, the loading and unloading of boats mainly involves manually moving the boat to a given working position, and then using matching components to disassemble and load the fishbone clamps and COC chips onto the boat. With the increasing demand for production automation, the traditional manual loading and unloading method can no longer meet the requirements of high efficiency and low labor costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides the following technical solution: An embodiment of this application provides an automatic vehicle transfer device, comprising:

[0005] Boat drive platform;

[0006] The Boat transfer unit includes a Boat push-pull component and a first drive device, wherein the first drive device is used to drive the first Boat push-pull component to reciprocate along a first direction.

[0007] A basket lifting assembly includes a first lifting mechanism and a basket for storing a boat; the lifting mechanism is capable of lifting the basket to a preset height.

[0008] When the first lifting mechanism drives the basket to rise and fall to a preset height, the first driving device can drive the Boat push-pull component to move, and enable the Boat push-pull component to push the Boat in the basket, so that the Boat moves to the Boat transmission platform, or the Boat push-pull component can pull the Boat on the Boat transmission platform, so that the Boat moves into the basket.

[0009] Furthermore, the Boat transfer unit also includes a push-pull component lifting assembly for driving the Boat push-pull component to rise and fall;

[0010] The Boat push-pull component reciprocates along a first direction to form a first state and a second state. The Boat push-pull component has a locking component for engaging with the Boat. When the Boat push-pull component moves to the first state, the push-pull component lifting assembly drives the Boat push-pull component to descend and causes the locking component to engage with the Boat. When the Boat push-pull component moves to the second state, the push-pull component lifting assembly drives the Boat push-pull component to rise and causes the locking component to disengage from the Boat.

[0011] Furthermore, the Boat drive platform is provided with a Boat receiving space, which is a groove-shaped space with one end open, and is used to limit the Boat in a second direction.

[0012] Furthermore, a buffer is provided on the side wall of the Boat accommodating space, and when the Boat is located in the Boat accommodating space, the buffer abuts against the Boat.

[0013] Furthermore, the basket lifting assembly also includes a basket fixing assembly, which includes a stop member and a clamping cylinder. When the Boat push-pull member is in the first state, at least a portion of the stop member and the clamping cylinder are respectively disposed on both sides of the basket.

[0014] Furthermore, the automatic vehicle transfer device also includes a second drive unit and a basket gripper assembly. The basket gripper assembly is used to grip the target basket, and the second drive unit can drive the basket gripper assembly to move to the target position.

[0015] This application embodiment also provides an automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles, including two automatic vehicle transfer devices, defined as a first automatic vehicle transfer device and a second automatic vehicle transfer device, and a vehicle transfer belt disposed between the first automatic vehicle transfer device and the second automatic vehicle transfer device. The first automatic vehicle transfer device is used to transfer vehicles on the Boat to the vehicle transfer belt, and the second automatic vehicle transfer device is used to receive vehicles on the vehicle transfer belt.

[0016] Furthermore, the vehicle transfer belt flows from the first automatic vehicle transfer device to the second automatic vehicle transfer device. The boat drive platform can reciprocate between the vehicle transfer belt and the boat transfer unit along a second direction. When the boat drive platform of the first automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle on the boat moves onto the vehicle transfer belt. When the boat drive platform of the second automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle on the vehicle transfer belt moves onto the boat.

[0017] Furthermore, the automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles also includes two sets of vehicle gripping components. The two sets of vehicle gripping components are respectively arranged above the boat drive platform. When the boat drive platform of the first automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle gripping components are used to grip the vehicle on the boat drive platform onto the vehicle transfer belt. When the boat drive platform of the second automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle gripping components are used to grip the vehicle on the vehicle transfer belt onto the boat drive platform.

[0018] Furthermore, the automatic loading and unloading system for the vehicle also includes a vehicle scanning component, which is set on the flow path of the vehicle conveyor belt and is used to scan and obtain relevant information about the vehicle.

[0019] This application provides an automatic vehicle transfer device, including a Boat transfer unit. It comprises a Boat push-pull component, a first drive device for horizontal movement of the Boat push-pull component, and a push-pull component lifting assembly for vertical movement. The device features a structure where the Boat push-pull component engages with the Boat, and the Boat push-pull component switches between engaged and disengaged positions under the drive of the lifting assembly. Combined with the coordinated operation of other drive mechanisms, this achieves automatic loading and unloading of vehicles on the Boat. This is a key aspect of automatic loading and unloading, as existing technologies lack specific improvements in this area. The device's coordinated operation solves the problems of low efficiency, error rates, and instability associated with traditional manual operations, offering advantages such as increased production efficiency, reduced labor costs, and improved operational accuracy and stability. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 2This is an enlarged schematic diagram of part A of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the Boat moving unit of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first angle of the Boat transfer unit of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure 5 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of part B of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the Boat transfer unit of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application from a second angle.

[0026] Figure 7 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of part C of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the basket fixing assembly of the automatic transfer device for a vehicle provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 9 This is a top view of the basket fixing assembly of an automatic vehicle transfer device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic loading and unloading system for a vehicle provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1. Basket moving unit; 2. Basket lifting assembly; 3. Boat; 4. Slot; 6. Boat transfer unit; 7. Boat push-pull component; 8. First drive device; 9. Engaging component; 10. Boat moving unit; 11. Boat transmission platform; 12. Third drive assembly; 13. Push-pull component lifting assembly; 14. Fourth slide rail; 15. Boat accommodating space; 16. Buffer component; 17. First slide rail; 18. Composite block; 19. Second slide rail; 20. Basket gripper assembly; 21. Basket gripper; 22. Basket fixing assembly; 23. Stop component; 24. Clamping cylinder; 25. Third slide rail; 26. Basket; 27. Fifth slide rail; 28. Carrier transfer belt; 29. ​​Carrier gripping assembly; 30. Carrier scanning assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "vertical", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc. appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and 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 of this application.

[0033] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] Example 1

[0035] In modern manufacturing, especially in high-precision manufacturing fields such as semiconductors, electronic components, and solar panels, boats are key equipment used to carry and transport wafers, silicon wafers, or other precision workpieces. They are typically used to carry and move carriers with chips fixed on them. Currently, the transfer of materials using boats mainly relies on manual methods to move the carriers on the boat to a given working position, followed by the subsequent disassembly and loading of the carriers and chips using matching components. However, with the increasing demand for production automation, traditional manual loading and unloading methods can no longer meet the requirements of high-efficiency and low-labor-cost production.

[0036] This embodiment aims to solve the problems of efficiency and automation in automatic vehicle transfer. To address this issue, this embodiment proposes an automatic vehicle transfer device, including a Boat drive platform 11, a Boat transfer unit 6, and a basket lifting assembly. (In this embodiment, for ease of description of the movement direction of each component, they are distinguished according to the XYZ axis coordinate system; please refer to the appendix for specific directions.) Figure 1The coordinate system shown in the figure (where the Y-axis is the first direction and the X-axis is the second direction) includes a Boat transfer unit 6 comprising a Boat push-pull member 7 and a first drive device, the first drive device being used to drive the Boat push-pull member 7 to reciprocate along the first direction; and a basket lifting assembly comprising a first lifting mechanism and a basket 26 for storing the Boat 3; the lifting mechanism is capable of lifting the basket 26 to a preset height; when the first lifting mechanism lifts the basket 26 to the preset height, the first drive device is capable of driving the Boat push-pull member 7 to move, and the Boat push-pull member 7 is capable of pushing the Boat 3 in the basket 26, so that the Boat 3 moves to the Boat transmission table 11, or the Boat push-pull member 7 is capable of pulling the Boat 3 on the Boat transmission table 11, so that the Boat 3 moves into the basket 26.

[0037] The Boat transfer unit 6 also includes a push-pull member lifting assembly 13 for driving the Boat push-pull member 7 to rise and fall; the Boat push-pull member 7 reciprocates along a first direction to form a first state and a second state. The Boat push-pull member 7 is provided with a locking member 9 for engaging with the Boat 3 in the basket 26. The locking member 9 includes, but is not limited to, a buckle. The Boat 3 is also provided with a slot 4 that is adapted to the locking member 9. When the Boat push-pull member (7) moves to the first state, the push-pull member lifting assembly 13 drives the Boat push-pull member 7 to fall and engages the locking member 9 with the Boat 3. When the Boat push-pull member 7 moves to the second state, the push-pull member lifting assembly 13 drives the Boat push-pull member 7 to rise and disengages the locking member 9 from the Boat 3. Furthermore, in the first state, the Boat3 carrying the vehicle is located in the basket 26, and the engaging part 9 on the Boat push-pull part 7 engages with the slot 4 on the Boat3 in the basket 26; in the second state, the Boat3 carrying the vehicle has left the basket 26, and the engaging part 9 disengages from the slot 4 on the Boat3 in the basket 26.

[0038] It should be noted that the aforementioned vehicles include, but are not limited to, fishbone clamps.

[0039] The first driving device 8 includes a power source and a fifth slide rail 27 arranged along the first direction. The Boat push-pull member 7 is movably disposed on the fifth slide rail 27. The power source and the Boat push-pull member 7 are connected. This connection includes, but is not limited to, electrical connection, thereby driving the Boat push-pull member 7 to move along the first direction and switch between the first state and the second state.

[0040] This embodiment addresses the efficiency and automation issues of automatic Boat3 transfer through the following technical features: the Boat push-pull component 7 and the engaging component 9 in the Boat transfer unit 6 are used to engage or disengage with the Boat3 in the basket 26, achieving the fixing (i.e., the Boat push-pull component 7 is in the first state) and release (i.e., the Boat push-pull component 7 is in the second state) of the Boat3. The first driving device 8 drives the Boat push-pull component 7 to move along a first direction, ensuring the positioning and movement of the Boat3 in the first direction. The push-pull component lifting assembly 13 drives the Boat transfer unit 6 to move in the vertical direction, ensuring the positioning and movement of the Boat3 in the vertical direction. These technical features, working together, achieve precise positioning and movement of the Boat3 during the automatic transfer process, improving the system's automation level and work efficiency.

[0041] In practical applications, the first issue to address is how to efficiently secure and release the Boat3. By configuring the Boat push-pull component 7 and the engaging component 9 in the Boat transfer unit 6, when the push-pull component moves to the first state, the engaging component 9 engages with the Boat3 in the basket 26, thus securing the Boat3. When the push-pull component moves to the second state, it pushes the Boat3 out of the basket 26. At this time, the push-pull component lifting assembly 13 drives the boat push-pull component 7 to move vertically, thereby disengaging the engaging component 9 on the boat push-pull component 7 from the Boat3 in the basket 26, thus releasing the Boat3. This design ensures the stability and reliability of the Boat3 during the loading and unloading process.

[0042] Secondly, to achieve precise movement of the Boat transfer unit 6 in the first direction and the vertical direction, this embodiment employs a first drive device 8 and a push-pull component lifting assembly 13. The first drive device 8 is used to drive the Boat push-pull component 7 to move along the first direction, ensuring the positioning and movement of the Boat push-pull component 7 in the first direction. The push-pull component lifting assembly 13 includes a fourth slide rail 14 arranged in the vertical direction and a corresponding power source. The Boat transfer unit 6 is movably mounted on the fourth slide rail 14. The power source is connected to the Boat transfer unit 6, and this connection includes, but is not limited to, electrical connection, to drive the Boat transfer unit 6 to move along the vertical direction, ensuring the positioning and movement of the Boat push-pull component 7 in the vertical direction, and enabling the engaging component 9 on the Boat push-pull component 7 to smoothly engage with the slot 4.

[0043] To further enhance the system's automation level, this embodiment incorporates the coordinated operation of multiple drive components and push-pull parts. For example, the coordinated operation of the first drive device 8 and the push-pull lifting assembly 13 enables precise positioning and movement of the Boat transfer unit 6 in the first and vertical directions. Furthermore, the design of the Boat push-pull part 7 and the locking part 9 within the Boat transfer unit 6 ensures stable fixing and release of the Boat 3 during loading and unloading processes.

[0044] Compared with existing technologies, the Boat3 automatic transfer system of this embodiment has significant advantages. Traditional manual loading and unloading methods are inefficient and prone to human error. In contrast, this embodiment, through an automated drive device and a precise positioning system, achieves efficient, accurate movement and stable fixation of the Boat3 during the loading and unloading process, greatly improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs.

[0045] In summary, this embodiment achieves efficient fixing and releasing of the Boat 3 by setting the Boat push-pull component 7 and the locking component 9 in the Boat transfer unit 6; and achieves precise movement of the Boat transfer unit 6 in the first direction and the vertical direction through the first drive device 8 and the push-pull component lifting assembly 13. These technical features work together to achieve precise positioning and movement of the Boat 3 during the automatic transfer process, improving the automation level and work efficiency of the system.

[0046] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a Boat receiving space 15 is provided on the Boat drive table 11. The Boat receiving space 15 is used to receive and fix the Boat 3, which has moved onto the Boat drive table 11 and is in the second state. These features work together to ensure that the Boat 3 can be accurately received and fixed in the second state, without any positional deviation caused by positional movement or shaking, which would affect the subsequent handling of the boat 3, such as gripping or disassembling, thereby realizing an automated loading and unloading process. By setting the Boat receiving space 15 on the Boat drive table 11, the positioning and fixing problem of the Boat 3 during movement can be effectively solved, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the loading and unloading process.

[0047] Preferably, the Boat receiving space 15 is formed as a groove-shaped structure with one end open, used for guiding and limiting the Boat 3 in the first direction. The groove-shaped structure design helps the Boat 3 to be accurately positioned and stably fixed on the transmission table. In addition, a buffer 16 is provided on the side wall of the Boat receiving space 15. When the Boat 3 is located in the receiving space, the buffer 16 abuts against the Boat 3, further improving the stability of positioning and fixing. As a preferred embodiment, the buffer 16 can be made of rubber or other elastic materials to reduce vibration and impact of the Boat 3 during movement.

[0048] This embodiment solves the problem of movement and fixation of the Boat3 in the automated transfer system by providing a receiving space on the Boat drive platform 11, enabling the platform to accurately receive and fix the Boat3. As a result, the stability and accuracy of the automated transfer system are significantly improved, meeting the production requirements of high efficiency and low labor costs. Compared with existing technologies, this embodiment achieves automated positioning and fixation of the Boat3, avoiding errors and instability caused by manual operation, and improving the automation level and reliability of the production process.

[0049] Similarly, in this embodiment, the Boat accommodating space 15 is a slot-shaped structure with one end open, which can limit the Boat3 in the second direction of a given coordinate system, preventing the Boat3 and the vehicle on the Boat3 from moving during the movement of the Boat drive table 11 in the second direction.

[0050] In other words, the Boat accommodating space 15 is a slot-shaped structure with one open end. This design can limit the movement of Boat3 in the second direction. This limiting structure ensures that Boat3 remains stable during transmission, avoiding transmission errors or damage caused by positional misalignment. This structural design effectively solves the problem of limiting Boat3 in the second direction, ensuring the stability and reliability of the system operation.

[0051] This trough-like structure can be implemented in various ways, such as using a fixed trough made of metal or a trough-like component made of high-strength plastic. Furthermore, cushioning material can be placed inside the trough to further improve the stability of the Boat3 in the second direction and reduce the impact of vibrations and shocks generated during movement in the first direction. As a preferred embodiment, an elastic cushioning pad can be placed on the inner wall of the trough. When the Boat3 is placed inside the trough, the cushioning pad can flexibly limit the movement of the Boat3, further improving the limiting effect.

[0052] This embodiment effectively solves the limitation problem of Boat3 in the second direction by designing a groove-shaped Boat accommodating space 15 with one end open. Compared with the prior art, this design can ensure that Boat3 remains stable during transmission, reduce transmission errors and damage, and improve the reliability and operating efficiency of the system. Therefore, the technical solution of this embodiment has significant advantages in improving automation, reducing manual operation, and improving production efficiency.

[0053] Furthermore, a buffer 16 is provided on the side wall of the Boat accommodating space 15, and when the Boat 3 is located in the Boat accommodating space 15, the buffer 16 abuts against the Boat 3.

[0054] This technical solution involves installing a buffer 16 on the side wall of the Boat's accommodating space 15. When the Boat 3 is located within the accommodating space, the buffer 16 abuts against the Boat 3, providing cushioning protection against impacts or vibrations and preventing damage to the Boat 3. The buffer 16 effectively solves the problem of potential damage to the Boat 3 due to impacts or vibrations within the accommodating space, improving the system's reliability and durability.

[0055] The buffer 16 can be made of various materials and structural forms. For example, it can be made of materials with good elasticity such as rubber, silicone, or foam to ensure effective energy absorption during impact or vibration. Furthermore, the buffer 16 can be designed in the shape of a strip, block, or other suitable geometry to better match the shape of the Boat3 and provide sufficient cushioning. As a preferred embodiment, the buffer 16 can be fixed to the side wall of the Boat's accommodating space 15 by means of adhesive, snap-fit, or screws to ensure its stability and reliability during use.

[0056] Furthermore, this embodiment also proposes that the driving device further includes a third driving component 12 for driving the Boat transmission platform 11 to move along the second direction. The third driving component 12 includes a power source and a third slide rail 25 arranged along the second direction. The Boat transmission platform 11 is movably mounted on the third slide rail 25. The power source and the Boat transmission platform 11 are connected, including but not limited to electrical connection, for driving the Boat transmission platform 11 to move along the second direction, thereby solving the technical problem of how to move the Boat 3 along the second direction.

[0057] The third drive assembly 12 can be implemented in various ways. For example, the third drive assembly 12 can be an electric slide rail, which is driven by a motor to move the Boat moving unit 10 along the second direction. Further, the third drive assembly 12 can also be a ball screw mechanism, where a motor drives the ball screw to move the Boat moving unit 10 along the second direction. As a preferred embodiment, the third drive assembly 12 can also be a pneumatic drive device, where the movement of the Boat moving unit 10 along the second direction is achieved through the extension and retraction of a cylinder.

[0058] The technical solution proposed in this embodiment, by adding a third drive component 12, enables the Boat moving unit 10 to move precisely along the second direction. Compared with the prior art, the solution of this embodiment can realize automated Boat3 movement operation, reduce manual intervention, improve production efficiency, and reduce labor costs. Therefore, this embodiment provides an efficient and reliable technical means to solve the problem of the Boat drive table 11 moving along the second direction.

[0059] The basket fixing assembly 22 is fixedly set in the position of Boat3 in the second state, which ensures the stability of Boat3 in the basket 26 when it changes from the second state to the first state, thereby improving the reliability and operational accuracy of the system.

[0060] The basket fixing assembly 22 can be implemented in various ways. For example, the basket fixing assembly 22 may include a stop member 23 and a clamping cylinder 24. When the basket 26 is in the position of the Boat 3 in the second state (that is, when the Boat push-pull member 7 in the basket 26 is in the first state), at least a portion of the stop member 23 and the clamping cylinder 24 are respectively disposed on both sides of the basket 26. The stop member 23 can fix the basket 26 mechanically, while the clamping cylinder 24 can clamp the basket 26 pneumatically. Furthermore, the stop member 23 and the clamping cylinder 24 can be adjusted according to actual needs to adapt to baskets 26 of different sizes and shapes. In this embodiment, the stop member 23 is distributed at the four corners of the cross-section of the basket 26, and the clamping cylinder 24 is disposed near one side of the basket 26. In addition, the basket fixing assembly 22 may also include other fixing mechanisms, such as magnetic fixing devices, electric clamping devices, etc., to improve the fixing effect and ease of operation.

[0061] This embodiment solves the problem of fixing the position of Boat3 in the second state of the basket 26 by setting up the basket fixing component 22, ensuring the stability and reliability of Boat3 in the basket 26 during the transition between the second and first states. Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this embodiment not only improves the operating accuracy of the system, but also reduces manual intervention and improves production efficiency. Therefore, this embodiment has significant application value in modern manufacturing, especially in the field of high-precision manufacturing.

[0062] The stopper 23 provides a physical barrier to prevent the basket 26 from moving, while the clamping cylinder 24 clamps the basket 26 pneumatically, further improving the fixing effect. In this way, the basket 26 can be firmly fixed in the position of the Boat3 in the second state, avoiding transfer errors or production safety problems caused by unstable position.

[0063] Therefore, this embodiment, through the coordinated use of the stop member 23 and the clamping cylinder 24, achieves a stable fixation of the basket 26 in the position of Boat3 in the second state, solving the problem of insecure fixation of the basket 26 in the second state of Boat3 in the prior art. Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this embodiment has higher stability and reliability, effectively avoiding transfer errors or production safety problems caused by the unstable position of the basket 26, and improving production efficiency and safety.

[0064] This embodiment also includes a basket lifting assembly 2 for driving the basket 26 to move along the second direction and the vertical direction.

[0065] The basket lifting assembly 2 is used to drive the basket 26 to move in the second direction and the vertical direction. Through this assembly, the system can achieve precise movement of the basket 26 on different coordinate axes, thereby meeting the requirements for position adjustment of the basket 26 during automated transfer. This technical solution, by introducing the basket lifting assembly 2, solves the problem of moving the basket 26 in the second direction and the vertical direction, thereby improving the flexibility and accuracy of the automated transfer system and meeting the requirements of efficient, low-labor-cost automated production.

[0066] Specifically, the basket lifting assembly 2 can be implemented in various ways. For example, the basket lifting assembly 2 can include an electric slide rail and a servo motor. The electric slide rail is arranged along the second direction and the vertical direction, and the servo motor drives the basket 26 on the slide rail to move, thereby raising and lowering the basket 26 to a preset height. Alternatively, the basket lifting assembly 2 can use a pneumatic device, using the extension and retraction of a cylinder to move the basket 26 in the second direction and the vertical direction. In addition, the basket lifting assembly 2 can be combined with sensors and a control system to achieve real-time monitoring and precise control of the position of the basket 26.

[0067] Therefore, by introducing the basket lifting assembly 2, this embodiment achieves precise movement of the basket 26 in the second direction and the vertical direction. Compared with the prior art, it significantly improves the flexibility and accuracy of the automatic transfer system, reduces manual intervention, improves production efficiency, and reduces production costs.

[0068] Preferably, the basket lifting assembly 2 is provided with a basket gripper assembly 20, which is used to grip and release the basket 26. The basket lifting assembly 2 specifically includes a first slide rail 17, a composite block 18, and a second slide rail 19. The first slide rail 17 is arranged along a second direction, the composite block 18 is movably arranged on the first slide rail 17, the second slide rail 19 is arranged on the composite block 18 and is arranged in a vertical direction, and the basket gripper assembly 20 is arranged on the composite block 18.

[0069] By cooperating with the basket lifting assembly 2 and the basket gripper assembly 20, the clamping and releasing operations of the basket 26 can be performed automatically, thus solving the technical problem of how to achieve automatic clamping and releasing of the basket 26. This technical solution replaces manual operation with mechanized means, improves production efficiency, reduces labor costs, and realizes an efficient and automated production process.

[0070] The basket gripper assembly 20 can take various forms, such as a robotic gripper, an electromagnetic chuck, or a vacuum chuck. A robotic gripper can be driven by a motor to open and close, thereby gripping or releasing the basket 26. An electromagnetic chuck uses electromagnetic force to attract the basket 26; it attracts when energized and releases when de-energized. A vacuum chuck generates suction by creating a vacuum; it creates a vacuum when gripping the basket 26 and releases the vacuum when releasing the basket 26. These methods can be selected and combined according to specific application scenarios to achieve the best gripping and releasing effect.

[0071] This embodiment achieves automatic gripping and releasing of the basket 26 by introducing a basket lifting assembly 2 and a basket gripper assembly 20. Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this embodiment has significant advantages. First, automated operation replaces manual operation, improving production efficiency. Second, it reduces labor costs and lowers production expenses. Finally, the mechanized gripping and releasing method is more stable and reliable, reducing human error and improving the accuracy and consistency of the production process. Therefore, this embodiment provides an efficient and reliable solution for achieving automatic gripping and releasing of the basket 26.

[0072] In this embodiment, the basket gripper assembly 20 includes a basket gripper 21, which performs the gripping and releasing operations on the basket 26. The basket gripper 21 plays a key role in solving the problem of gripping and releasing the basket 26 in automated production. By using the basket gripper 21, the system can automatically complete the gripping and releasing operations of the basket 26, thereby improving production efficiency, reducing manual intervention, and meeting the requirements of high-efficiency and low-labor-cost production.

[0073] The basket gripper 21 can be implemented in several ways. For example, a pneumatic gripper can be used to control the gripping and releasing of the basket 26 via air pressure; an electric gripper can also be used, driven by a motor to perform the gripping and releasing operations. The design of the basket gripper 21 can be customized according to the shape and size of the basket 26 to ensure the stability and reliability of the gripping and releasing process. In addition, the basket gripper 21 can also be equipped with sensors to detect whether the basket 26 is correctly gripped, thereby further improving the automation and safety of the system.

[0074] The basket gripper assembly 20, through its design including the basket gripper 21, solves the problem of gripping and releasing the basket 26 in automated production. Compared with the prior art, the basket gripper assembly 20 of this embodiment can achieve automated operation, reduce manual intervention, improve production efficiency, and reduce production costs. Furthermore, by using a customized basket gripper 21 design, the stability and reliability of the gripping and releasing process can be ensured, thereby meeting the needs of high-precision manufacturing.

[0075] Example 2

[0076] This embodiment provides an automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles, including two automatic vehicle transfer devices as described in Embodiment 1. These two automatic vehicle transfer devices are defined as a first automatic vehicle transfer device and a second automatic vehicle transfer device, respectively. This embodiment also includes a vehicle transfer belt 28 disposed between the first automatic vehicle transfer device and the second automatic vehicle transfer device. The first automatic vehicle transfer device is used to transfer vehicles on Boat3 to the vehicle transfer belt 28, and the second automatic vehicle transfer device is used to receive vehicles on the vehicle transfer belt 28.

[0077] Specifically, the carrier transfer belt 28 flows from the first automatic carrier transfer device to the second automatic carrier transfer device. The Boat3 drive table can reciprocate between the carrier transfer belt 28 and the Boat3 transfer unit along the second direction. When the Boat3 drive table of the first automatic carrier transfer device moves the Boat3 to one side of the carrier transfer belt 28, the carrier on the Boat3 moves onto the carrier transfer belt 28. When the Boat3 drive table of the second automatic carrier transfer device moves the Boat3 to one side of the carrier transfer belt 28, the chip on the carrier transfer belt 28 moves onto the Boat3. Furthermore, the carrier transfer belt 28 facilitates the miniaturization of the carriers transferred between the first and second automatic carrier transfer devices, making the entire automatic carrier loading and unloading system more compact.

[0078] The automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles also includes two sets of vehicle gripping components 29. The two sets of vehicle gripping components 29 are respectively set above the Boat3 drive platform. When the Boat3 drive platform of the first automatic vehicle transfer device moves the Boat3 to one side of the vehicle transfer belt 28, the vehicle gripping component 29 is used to grip the vehicle on the Boat3 drive platform and put it onto the vehicle transfer belt 28. When the Boat3 drive platform of the second automatic vehicle transfer device moves the Boat3 to one side of the vehicle transfer belt 28, the vehicle gripping component 29 is used to grip the vehicle on the vehicle transfer belt 28 and put it onto the Boat3 drive platform. The vehicle gripping component 29 includes, but is not limited to, grippers or suction nozzles.

[0079] The automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles also includes two sets of vehicle scanning components 30. The two sets of vehicle scanning components 30 are respectively set above the Boat3 drive table and are used to scan the QR code on the vehicle and obtain relevant information about the vehicle. The vehicle scanning components 30 include, but are not limited to, barcode scanners.

[0080] The operation flow of this embodiment is as follows: The basket gripper assembly 20 of the first automatic transfer device grabs the basket 26 from the assembly line. Several Boat3s are arranged in parallel along the vertical direction in the basket 26. Fishbone clamps are placed on the Boat3s, and several chips are carried on the fishbone clamps. After the basket gripper assembly 20 completes the grabbing of the basket 26, the second drive device drives the basket gripper assembly 20 to move along the second direction and lower the basket 26 vertically to the target position. The target position is located on one side of the Boat3 transmission platform. The basket 26 is fixed by the basket 26 fixing assembly 22. Then, the first drive device in the Boat3 transfer unit drives the Boat3 push-pull component to move and push the Boat3s out of the basket 26, so that the Boat3s are located in the accommodating space of the Boat3 transmission platform. The Boat3 transmission platform is driven by the third drive assembly 12 and moves from one side of the basket 26 along the second direction. The direction moves to one side of the carrier transfer belt 28, and the fishbone clamp on Boat3 is gripped onto the carrier transfer belt 28 by the carrier gripping component 29. During the transfer, the fishbone clamp containing the chip is loaded onto the carrier transfer belt 28, and the chip is unloaded and inspected. The fishbone clamp, after chip unloading, continues to be placed on the carrier transfer belt 28 for further transfer until it reaches the second automatic carrier transfer device, where the fishbone clamp is transferred via the carrier gripping component 29. 9 is grabbed onto the Boat3 drive platform located on one side of the carrier transfer belt 28, and driven by the third drive assembly 12, it moves from one side of the carrier transfer belt 28 along the second direction to one side of the basket 26. The first drive device in the Boat3 transfer unit drives the Boat3 push-pull component to move, pulling the Boat3 carrying the fishbone clamp back into the basket 26. Then the basket gripper assembly 20 grabs the basket 26 containing the Boat3 and outputs it to the production line.

[0081] The above embodiments are used to further illustrate this application, but do not limit this application to these specific implementations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be understood as falling within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An automatic vehicle transfer device, characterized in that, include: Boat drive platform; The Boat transfer unit includes a Boat push-pull component and a first drive device, wherein the first drive device is used to drive the Boat push-pull component to reciprocate along a first direction. A basket lifting assembly includes a first lifting mechanism and a basket for storing a boat; the lifting mechanism is capable of lifting the basket to a preset height. When the first lifting mechanism drives the basket to rise and fall to a preset height, the first driving device can drive the Boat push-pull component to move, and enable the Boat push-pull component to push the Boat in the basket, so that the Boat moves to the Boat transmission platform, or the Boat push-pull component can pull the Boat on the Boat transmission platform, so that the Boat moves into the basket.

2. The automatic vehicle transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The Boat transfer unit also includes a push-pull component lifting assembly for driving the Boat push-pull component to rise and fall; The Boat push-pull component reciprocates along a first direction to form a first state and a second state. The Boat push-pull component has a locking component for engaging with the Boat. When the Boat push-pull component moves to the first state, the push-pull component lifting assembly drives the Boat push-pull component to descend and causes the locking component to engage with the Boat. When the Boat push-pull component moves to the second state, the push-pull component lifting assembly drives the Boat push-pull component to rise and causes the locking component to disengage from the Boat.

3. The automatic vehicle transfer device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The Boat drive platform has a Boat receiving space, which is a groove-shaped space with one end open, and is used to limit the Boat in a second direction.

4. The automatic vehicle transfer device according to claim 3, characterized in that, A buffer is provided on the side wall of the Boat accommodating space. When the Boat is located in the Boat accommodating space, the buffer abuts against the Boat.

5. The automatic vehicle transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The basket lifting assembly also includes a basket fixing assembly, which includes a stop member and a clamping cylinder. When the Boat push-pull member is in the first state, at least a portion of the stop member and the clamping cylinder are respectively disposed on both sides of the basket.

6. The automatic vehicle transfer device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automatic vehicle transfer device also includes a second drive unit and a basket gripper assembly. The basket gripper assembly is used to grip the target basket, and the second drive unit can drive the basket gripper assembly to move to the target position.

7. An automatic loading and unloading system for a vehicle, characterized in that, The system includes two automatic vehicle transfer devices as described in any one of claims 1-6, defined as a first automatic vehicle transfer device and a second automatic vehicle transfer device, and a vehicle transfer belt disposed between the first automatic vehicle transfer device and the second automatic vehicle transfer device. The first automatic vehicle transfer device is used to transfer vehicles on the Boat to the vehicle transfer belt, and the second automatic vehicle transfer device is used to receive vehicles on the vehicle transfer belt.

8. The automatic loading and unloading system for a carrier according to claim 7, characterized in that, The vehicle transfer belt flows from the first automatic vehicle transfer device to the second automatic vehicle transfer device. The boat drive platform can reciprocate between the vehicle transfer belt and the boat transfer unit along a second direction. When the boat drive platform of the first automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle on the boat moves onto the vehicle transfer belt. When the boat drive platform of the second automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle on the vehicle transfer belt moves onto the boat.

9. The automatic loading and unloading system for a carrier according to claim 8, characterized in that, The automatic loading and unloading system for vehicles also includes two sets of vehicle gripping components. The two sets of vehicle gripping components are respectively arranged above the boat drive platform. When the boat drive platform of the first automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle gripping components are used to grip the vehicle on the boat drive platform onto the vehicle transfer belt. When the boat drive platform of the second automatic vehicle transfer device moves the boat to one side of the vehicle transfer belt, the vehicle gripping components are used to grip the vehicle on the vehicle transfer belt onto the boat drive platform.

10. The automatic loading and unloading system for a carrier according to claim 8, characterized in that, The automatic loading and unloading system for the vehicle also includes two sets of vehicle scanning components. The two sets of vehicle scanning components are respectively set above the Boat transmission table and are used to scan and obtain relevant information about the vehicle.

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