Monorail high-speed conveying type air shuttle

Abstract

This utility model discloses a monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle, including a frame, a main traveling wheel assembly mounted on the frame, and a lifting assembly. The lifting assembly is used for lifting and lowering the gripping assembly, and the gripping assembly is used for gripping the goods to be transported. The main traveling wheel assembly includes a first bearing, a first traveling fixed seat, main guide wheels, main traveling wheels, and a first drive motor. At least one pair of main guide wheels are provided on the first upper and lower fixed plates of the first traveling fixed seat. The pair of main guide wheels on the first upper and lower fixed plates respectively contact the upper and lower sides of the track. The main traveling wheels pass through the hollow part of the first upper fixed plate and contact the top surface of the track. The motor drives the main traveling wheels to travel along the top surface of the track. By running on the track with the main traveling assembly, the running path can be flexibly planned to meet the material flow needs in different environments; the lifting assembly can meet the needs of different cargo transport heights; and the use of the aerial shuttle can effectively utilize space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a logistics transportation system, specifically a monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle. Background Technology

[0002] In warehousing and logistics, material handling is currently primarily achieved through manual operation and fixed mechanical systems. The manufacturing industry's demand for flexible, real-time production is surging, and traditional assembly lines and ground-based AGVs cannot meet the requirements for high-precision, high-frequency material handling. In e-commerce, airports, and other scenarios requiring rapid cross-floor cargo transfers, traditional elevators or conveyor belts are inefficient. While existing technologies can meet basic needs, they suffer from low efficiency, poor flexibility, high error rates, high costs, and low space utilization. Utility Model Content

[0003] Purpose of the utility model: In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings, this utility model provides a single-rail high-speed conveying aerial shuttle vehicle to improve the efficiency of material flow.

[0004] Technical Solution: To solve the above problems, this utility model adopts a monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle, including a frame, a main traveling wheel assembly and a lifting assembly mounted on the frame. The lifting assembly is connected to a gripping assembly, which is used to lift and lower the gripping assembly. The gripping assembly is used to grip the goods to be transported. The main traveling wheel assembly includes a first bearing fixedly mounted on the frame, a first traveling fixed seat connected to the first bearing, a main guide wheel, a main traveling wheel and a first drive motor. The first traveling fixed seat is C-shaped, including a first upper fixed plate and a first lower fixed plate arranged facing each other, and a first connecting plate connecting the first upper fixed plate and the first lower fixed plate. At least one pair of main guide wheels are provided on both the first upper fixed plate and the first lower fixed plate. The pair of main guide wheels on the first upper fixed plate respectively contact the upper two sides of the track, and the pair of main guide wheels on the first lower fixed plate respectively contact the lower two sides of the track. The first upper fixed plate is hollowed out, and the main traveling wheel passes through the hollowed-out part of the first upper fixed plate and contacts the top surface of the track. The first drive motor is fixedly mounted on the first traveling fixed seat and drives the main traveling wheel to travel along the top surface of the track.

[0005] Furthermore, it also includes an auxiliary travel wheel assembly mounted on the frame. The auxiliary travel wheel assembly is arranged side by side with the main travel wheel assembly on the track. The auxiliary travel wheel assembly includes a second bearing fixedly mounted on the frame, a second travel fixing seat connected to the second bearing, a guide wheel, and an auxiliary travel wheel. The second travel fixing seat is C-shaped and includes a second upper fixing plate and a second lower fixing plate arranged facing each other, as well as a second connecting plate connecting the second upper fixing plate and the second lower fixing plate. At least one pair of auxiliary travel wheels is provided on both the second upper fixing plate and the second lower fixing plate. The pair of guide wheels on the second upper fixing plate respectively contact the upper two sides of the track, and the pair of guide wheels on the second lower fixing plate respectively contact the lower two sides of the track. The second upper fixing plate is hollowed out, and the auxiliary travel wheel passes through the hollowed-out part of the second upper fixing plate and contacts the top surface of the track. The auxiliary travel wheel follows the main travel wheel along the top surface of the track.

[0006] Furthermore, both the first upper fixing plate and the second upper fixing plate are provided with a stop shaft. The stop shaft extends from the first upper fixing plate or the second upper fixing plate to the first lower fixing plate or the second lower fixing plate. The stop shaft is located on the side of the track away from the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. The stop shaft is provided corresponding to the main guide wheel and the auxiliary guide wheel. When the main guide wheel and the auxiliary guide wheel located on the side of the track away from the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are operating normally, the stop shaft does not contact the track. When the main guide wheel and the auxiliary guide wheel with the corresponding stop shaft fail, the stop shaft abuts against the track.

[0007] Furthermore, both the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are equipped with a power take-off device.

[0008] Furthermore, the lifting assembly includes a second drive motor fixedly mounted on the frame, a transmission shaft fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the second drive motor, a take-up reel fixedly mounted on the transmission shaft, a lifting guide wheel positioned on the frame, and a belt. One end of the belt is fixedly wound around the take-up reel, and the other end passes over the lifting guide wheel and is fixedly connected to the gripping assembly. The second drive motor drives the take-up reel to rotate through the transmission shaft, thereby realizing the winding and unwinding of the belt.

[0009] Furthermore, the lifting assembly also includes a guide wheel support fixed to the frame, the lifting guide wheel is mounted on the guide wheel support, and a detection switch is installed on the guide wheel support. The detection switch is used to detect whether the belt breaks during the lifting process.

[0010] Furthermore, the gripping assembly includes a mounting plate fixedly connected to the vehicle frame, a clamping plate fixedly disposed on the upper end of the mounting plate, a third drive motor fixedly mounted on the mounting plate, a gear disk fixedly connected to the output end of the third drive motor, a slide rail connected to the gear disk, a slider slidably connected to the slide rail, and a gripper hinged to the slider. The clamping plate securely clamps the belt, and the third drive motor drives the gear disk to rotate, thereby moving the slide rail and thus moving the slider. The slider causes the gripper to open or retract.

[0011] Furthermore, a positioning detection sensor is provided at the lower end of the mounting plate. The positioning detection sensor is used to detect whether the gripping component has descended to the correct position. A slotted switch is provided on the gripper. The slotted switch is used to detect whether the goods have been gripped.

[0012] Furthermore, a positioning guide post is provided at the upper end of the mounting plate.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes an outer cover, which includes a frame fixed to the lower end of the vehicle frame, a fourth drive motor fixedly mounted on the frame, an outer cover drive shaft fixedly connected to the output end of the fourth drive motor, and two sets of synchronous pulleys mounted on both sides of the frame. Each of the two sets of synchronous pulleys is fitted with a synchronous belt. One of the two sets of synchronous pulleys is fixedly connected to each end of the outer cover drive shaft. Several stop bars are connected between the synchronous belts of the two sets of synchronous pulleys. The fourth drive motor drives the synchronous pulleys to rotate through the outer cover drive shaft, thereby moving the synchronous belts and thus moving the stop bars. The stop bars act as the outer cover door, and the movement of the stop bars opens or closes the outer cover door.

[0014] Beneficial effects: Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are that the main walking component runs on the track, which can flexibly plan the running path and meet the material flow needs in different environments; by using the designed lifting component, it can meet the needs of different cargo conveying heights; and the use of the aerial shuttle can effectively utilize space, save energy and protect the environment and reduce operating costs.

[0015] Soaring prices for urban industrial land are forcing companies to expand their transportation networks into the air. Aerial rail systems directly create three-dimensional logistics networks, freeing up ground space for core production or warehousing. In the face of global competition, companies urgently need to shorten production cycles, and aerial shuttle systems improve efficiency through real-time scheduling and seamless integration. Breakthroughs in existing control system technology enable coordinated scheduling and safety monitoring of multiple vehicles; upgrades in drive and positioning technologies ensure high-speed, stable operation of the vehicles and achieve high positioning accuracy. This invention, through flexible path planning, optimized structural design, and automated control of an electric monorail, solves these problems and significantly improves material flow efficiency in complex environments. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the shuttle vehicle in this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the frame structure in this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the main traveling wheel assembly in this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the auxiliary walking wheel assembly in this utility model.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting component in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the top surface of the gripping component in this utility model.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the side of the gripping component in this utility model.

[0023] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the gear disk and the gripper in the gripping component of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of the bottom surface of the gripping component in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the outer cover in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0026] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment of a monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle includes a main traveling wheel assembly 1, an auxiliary traveling wheel assembly 2, a frame 3, a lifting assembly 4, a gripping assembly 5, an electrical control cabinet 6, an outer cover 7, and a series of sensors and a control system. Figure 2 As shown, the frame 3 is used for mounting and fixing various components. The aerial shuttle travels along track 8. The main and auxiliary wheels are mounted on the frame, and the drive motor is mounted on one side of the main drive wheel, directly driving the wheels. The drive wheels have guide wheel assemblies that grip the track to ensure the stability of the self-propelled trolley. The lifting assembly is mounted on the frame and connects to the various input and output stations of the aerial shuttle. It is used to lift and lower the grabbing assembly, which is used to grab the goods to be transported. The power supply system adopts a non-contact power supply method, coded ruler positioning, and leaky wave cable communication.

[0027] like Figure 3As shown, the main traveling wheel assembly 1 includes a main traveling wheel 11, a first traveling support 12, a first drive motor 13, a first bearing 14, a main steering wheel 15, a stop shaft 16, and a power take-off device 17. The main traveling wheel 11 is arranged on the top surface of the track and is mounted on the motor shaft of the first drive motor 13. The first drive motor 13 is connected to the first traveling support 12, and the first drive motor 13 drives the main traveling wheel to travel on the track. The first traveling support 12 is mounted on the frame 3 via the first bearing 14, which can meet the turning requirements of the vehicle.

[0028] The first traveling support 12 is C-shaped, including a first upper support plate 121 and a first lower support plate 122 facing each other, and a first connecting plate 123 connecting the first upper support plate and the first lower support plate. At least one pair of main guide wheels 15 are provided on both the first upper support plate 121 and the first lower support plate 122. The pair of main guide wheels on the first upper support plate 121 contact the upper sides of the track, and the pair of main guide wheels on the first lower support plate 122 contact the lower sides of the track. The first upper support plate 121 is hollowed out, and the main traveling wheel 11 passes through the hollowed-out portion of the first upper support plate 121 and contacts the top surface of the track. The first drive motor 13 is fixedly mounted on the first traveling support 12, driving the main traveling wheel 11 to travel along the top surface of the track. Guide wheels are mounted vertically on the traveling support, arranged on the upper and lower sides of the track, and contact the sides of the track, providing turning torque for the trolley to turn, realizing the turning function, and also ensuring the stability of the trolley during travel.

[0029] A stop shaft is provided on the first upper fixed plate 121, extending from the first upper fixed plate 121 to the first lower fixed plate 122. The stop shaft is located on the side of the track away from the first connecting plate 123, and is positioned corresponding to the main guide wheel 15. The stop shaft is mounted on the travel mounting base, near the two outer upper guide wheels, to prevent the trolley from falling if the outer guide wheels of the main travel assembly fail. A power supply 17 is provided on each of the first connecting plates 123, and is mounted on the travel mounting base to provide power to the trolley.

[0030] like Figure 4 As shown, the auxiliary travel wheel assembly 2 includes an auxiliary travel wheel 21, a second travel mounting base 22, a second bearing 23, a guide wheel 24, a stop shaft 25, and a power take-off device 26. The auxiliary travel wheel 21 is arranged on the top surface of the track and is mounted on a fixed axle seat. The fixed axle seat is connected to the second travel mounting base 22, and the auxiliary travel wheel follows the main travel wheel on the track. The second travel mounting base 22 is mounted on the frame 3 via the second bearing 23, which can meet the turning requirements of the trolley.

[0031] The second traveling support 22 is C-shaped, including a second upper support plate 221 and a second lower support plate 222 facing each other, and a second connecting plate 223 connecting the second upper support plate and the second lower support plate. At least one pair of auxiliary traveling wheels 21 are provided on both the second upper support plate 221 and the second lower support plate 222. The pair of auxiliary wheels on the second upper support plate 221 contact the upper sides of the track, and the pair of auxiliary wheels on the second lower support plate 222 contact the lower sides of the track. The second upper support plate 221 is hollowed out, and the auxiliary traveling wheels 21 pass through the hollowed-out portion of the second upper support plate 221 and contact the top surface of the track. The auxiliary traveling wheels 21 follow the main traveling wheels 11 along the top surface of the track. The auxiliary wheels 24 are mounted vertically on the second traveling support 22, arranged on the upper and lower sides of the track 8, and contact the sides of the track 8. They provide turning torque for the trolley to turn, enabling the turning function and ensuring the stability of the trolley during travel.

[0032] A stop shaft is provided on the second upper fixed plate 221, extending from the second upper fixed plate 221 to the second lower fixed plate 222. The stop shaft is located on the side of the track away from the second connecting plate 223, corresponding to the guide wheels 24. The stop shaft is installed on the second traveling fixed seat 22, near the two outer upper guide wheels 24, to prevent the trolley from falling if the outer guide wheels of the auxiliary traveling assembly fail. A power supply 26 is provided on the second connecting plate 223, installed on the traveling fixed seat, to provide power to the trolley.

[0033] like Figure 5 As shown, the lifting assembly includes a second drive motor 41, a support 42, a drive shaft 43, a winding wheel 44, a belt 45, a lifting guide wheel 46, a guide wheel support 47, and a detection switch 48. The second drive motor 41 is connected to the drive shaft 43. The drive shaft 43 is fixed to the frame 3 via the support 42. The two ends of the drive shaft are equipped with winding wheels 44 to facilitate the winding of the belt 45. The lifting guide wheel 46 is used for guiding the belt during the winding process. The four lifting guide wheels are mounted on the guide wheel support, which is mounted on the frame. The detection switch is used to detect whether the belt breaks during the lifting process.

[0034] like Figures 6 to 9As shown, the gripping assembly includes a third drive motor 51, a mounting plate 52, a fixed base 53, a gear disk 54, grippers 55, a slide rail 56, positioning guide posts 57, clamping plates 58, a positioning detection device 59, a slotted switch 510, a slider 511, and a positioning shaft 512. The third drive motor 51 is mounted on the fixed base, which is mounted on the mounting plate 52. The mounting plate 52 is fixedly connected to the frame 3. The gear disk 54 is mounted above the mounting plate 52, and the slide rail 56 is fixed below the mounting plate 52. Several arc-shaped guide grooves are provided at the bottom of the gear disk 54. Mounting plate 52 has a long, narrow cutout corresponding to slide rail 56. One end of positioning shaft 512 is located in the arc-shaped guide groove of the gear disk and moves along the arc-shaped guide groove. The other end passes through the long, narrow cutout of the mounting plate and is hinged to the gripper. The gripper is fixedly connected to the slider, which is set on the slide rail and moves along the slide rail. The motor shaft of the third drive motor 51 rotates, driving the gear disk to rotate. Positioning shaft 512 moves in the arc-shaped guide groove, driving the gripper to move. Under the limit of the slide rail, the gripper moves linearly along the slide rail, thereby realizing the opening and closing function to achieve the purpose of picking up and placing goods. Clamping plate is used for clamping and fixing the belt. The positioning detection detects whether the gripper assembly has descended to the correct position; the slotted switch detects whether the goods have been grabbed. Positioning guide post 57 positions the gripping assembly to the frame during goods transportation to prevent the gripping assembly from shaking during high-speed operation of the shuttle.

[0035] like Figure 10 As shown, the outer cover includes a fourth drive motor 71, an outer cover drive shaft 72, a support 73, a synchronous pulley 74, a synchronous belt 75, a stop bar 76, and a frame 77. The outer cover provides protection in case of accidents such as product detachment. The fourth drive motor 71 is connected to the outer cover drive shaft 72, which is mounted on the support, which is fixed to the frame. Each end of the outer cover drive shaft 72 is equipped with a synchronous pulley, and the stop bar is mounted on the synchronous belt. When the synchronous pulley drives the synchronous belt to rotate, the synchronous belt drives the stop bar to move, thus opening or closing the outer cover door. The stop bar and the synchronous pulley are mounted on the frame, and when the outer cover door is closed, the stop bar blocks the bottom surface of the frame.

[0036] By employing a master-slave walking component, and through the flexible path planning and automated control of the electric monorail, the trolley can travel stably and at high speed on a suspended monorail, breaking through the limitations of traditional ground conveying methods and significantly improving material handling efficiency in complex environments. The gripping component, through its ingenious mechanism design and precise control methods, enables precise picking and placing actions of the grippers.

Claims

1. A monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a frame (3), a main travel wheel assembly (1) mounted on the frame (3), and a lifting assembly (4). The lifting assembly (4) is connected to a gripping assembly (5). The lifting assembly (4) is used to lift and lower the gripping assembly (5). The gripping assembly is used to grip goods to be transported. The main travel wheel assembly (1) includes a first bearing (14) fixedly mounted on the frame (3), a first travel fixing seat (12) connected to the first bearing (14), a main steering wheel (15), a main travel wheel (11), and a first drive motor (13). The first travel fixing seat (12) is C-shaped and includes a first upper fixing plate (121) and a first lower fixing plate (122) arranged facing each other. A first connecting plate (123) connecting the first upper fixed plate and the first lower fixed plate is provided. At least one pair of main guide wheels (15) are provided on the first upper fixed plate (121) and the first lower fixed plate (122). The pair of main guide wheels on the first upper fixed plate (121) respectively contact the upper end of the track on both sides. The pair of main guide wheels on the first lower fixed plate (122) respectively contact the lower end of the track on both sides. The first upper fixed plate (121) is hollowed out. The main traveling wheel (11) passes through the hollowed-out part of the first upper fixed plate (121) and contacts the top surface of the track. The first drive motor (13) is fixedly installed on the first traveling fixed seat (12) and drives the main traveling wheel (11) to travel along the top surface of the track.

2. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an auxiliary travel wheel assembly (2) mounted on the frame (3). The auxiliary travel wheel assembly (2) is arranged side by side with the main travel wheel assembly (1) on the track. The auxiliary travel wheel assembly (2) includes a second bearing (23) fixedly mounted on the frame (3), a second travel fixing seat (22) connected to the second bearing (23), a guide wheel (24) and an auxiliary travel wheel (21). The second travel fixing seat (22) is C-shaped and includes a second upper fixing plate (221) and a second lower fixing plate (222) arranged face to face, and a second upper fixing plate and a second lower fixing plate connecting the second upper fixing plate and the second lower fixing plate. The two connecting plates (223), the second upper fixed plate (221) and the second lower fixed plate (222) are each provided with at least one pair of auxiliary traveling wheels (21). The pair of auxiliary directional wheels on the second upper fixed plate (221) respectively contact the upper two sides of the track, and the pair of auxiliary directional wheels on the second lower fixed plate (222) respectively contact the lower two sides of the track. The second upper fixed plate (221) is hollowed out. The auxiliary traveling wheels (21) pass through the hollowed-out part of the second upper fixed plate (221) and contact the top surface of the track. The auxiliary traveling wheels (21) follow the main traveling wheels (11) and travel along the top surface of the track.

3. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the first upper fixing plate (121) and the second upper fixing plate (221) are provided with a stop shaft. The stop shaft extends from the first upper fixing plate (121) or the second upper fixing plate (221) to the first lower fixing plate (122) or the second lower fixing plate (222). The stop shaft is located on the side of the track away from the first connecting plate (123) and the second connecting plate (223). The stop shaft is set corresponding to the main guide wheel (15) and the auxiliary guide wheel (24). When the main guide wheel (15) and the auxiliary guide wheel (24) located on the side of the track away from the first connecting plate (123) and the second connecting plate (223) are running normally, the stop shaft does not contact the track. When the main guide wheel (15) and the auxiliary guide wheel (24) with the stop shaft are ineffective, the stop shaft abuts against the track.

4. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 3, characterized in that, Both the first connecting plate (123) and the second connecting plate (223) are equipped with a power take-off device.

5. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting assembly (4) includes a second drive motor (41) fixedly mounted on the frame (3), a transmission shaft (43) fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the second drive motor (41), a take-up reel (44) fixedly mounted on the transmission shaft (43), a lifting guide wheel (46) positioned on the frame (3), and a belt (45). One end of the belt (45) is fixedly wound around the take-up reel (44), and the other end passes over the lifting guide wheel (46) and is fixedly connected to the gripping assembly (5). The second drive motor (41) drives the take-up reel (44) to rotate through the transmission shaft (43), thereby realizing the winding and unwinding of the belt.

6. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The lifting assembly (4) also includes a guide wheel support (47) fixed on the frame (3). The lifting guide wheel (46) is mounted on the guide wheel support (47). A detection switch (48) is installed on the guide wheel support (47). The detection switch (48) is used to detect whether the belt breaks during the lifting process.

7. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The gripping assembly (5) includes a mounting plate (52) fixedly connected to the frame (3), a clamping plate (58) fixedly set on the upper end of the mounting plate (52), a third drive motor (51) fixedly installed on the mounting plate (52), a gear disk (54) fixedly connected to the output end of the third drive motor (51), a slide rail (56) connected to the gear disk (54), a slider slidably connected to the slide rail, and a gripper (55) hinged to the slider. The clamping plate (58) clamps the belt. The third drive motor (51) drives the gear disk (54) to rotate, which drives the slide rail to move, thereby driving the slider to move. The slider drives the gripper to open or close.

8. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 7, characterized in that, A positioning detection sensor (59) is provided at the lower end of the mounting plate (52). The positioning detection sensor (59) is used to detect whether the gripping component (5) has descended to the correct position. A slotted switch (510) is provided on the gripper (55). The slotted switch (510) is used to detect whether the goods have been gripped.

9. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting plate (52) is provided with a positioning guide post (57) at its upper end.

10. The monorail high-speed transport aerial shuttle according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an outer cover (7), which includes a frame (77) fixed to the lower end of the frame (3), a fourth drive motor (71) fixedly mounted on the frame (77), an outer cover drive shaft (72) fixedly connected to the output end of the fourth drive motor (71), and two sets of synchronous pulleys (74) installed on both sides of the frame (77). The two sets of synchronous pulleys (74) are respectively fitted with synchronous belts (75). The two ends of the outer cover drive shaft (72) are respectively fixedly connected to one of the two sets of synchronous pulleys (74). Several baffles (76) are connected between the synchronous belts of the two sets of synchronous pulleys. The fourth drive motor (71) drives the synchronous pulleys to rotate through the outer cover drive shaft (72), drives the synchronous belt to move, and thus drives the baffles to move. The baffles serve as the outer cover door of the outer cover. The movement of the baffles realizes the opening or closing of the outer cover door.

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