Clamping module, handling device and battery production equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a clamping module, handling device and battery production facility, clamping module is suitable for clamping and is placed in the target object of bearing device, wherein, clamping module and bearing device can be relative motion in first direction to make clamping module close or away from bearing device, its characterized in that, clamping module includes clamping drive assembly and two clamping components, clamping drive assembly connects two clamping components, and is used to drive at least one clamping component motion to make two clamping components clamping or loose target object, clamping component can be elastic telescopic in first direction. When clamping component is close to the bearing device of placing target object, if clamping component collides with bearing device, then clamping can be elastic telescopic, thereby avoid rigid collision bearing device, like this can effectively avoid clamping component and damage because of collision bearing device, improve the service life of clamping module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of battery production technology, and in particular to a clamping module, a handling device, and battery production equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Batteries are widely used in industries such as laptops, power tools, and new energy vehicles, and the demand for batteries continues to increase with the development of these industries. As a crucial component of batteries, battery cells need to move between multiple workstations during the production process for different processing steps.

[0003] When battery cells move between different workstations, they need to be moved using appropriate handling devices.

[0004] Existing handling devices typically include a drive module and a clamping module. The drive module can drive the clamping module to approach the carrier device where the battery cell is placed, so that the clamping module can clamp the battery cell. Subsequently, the drive module drives the clamping module away from the carrier device and drives the clamping module to move in other directions to move the battery cell to the target workstation.

[0005] However, in the existing technology, when the clamping module is close to the carrier device, it is easy to collide with the carrier device and be damaged. Utility Model Content

[0006] This utility model provides a clamping module, a handling device, and a battery production equipment, aiming to solve the problem that the clamping module of the existing handling device is easily damaged by collision with the carrying device when it is close to the carrying device.

[0007] This utility model provides a clamping module suitable for clamping a target object placed on a support device. The clamping module and the support device are capable of relative movement in a first direction, allowing the clamping module to move closer to or further away from the support device. The clamping module includes a clamping drive assembly and two clamping assemblies. The clamping drive assembly connects the two clamping assemblies and drives at least one of the clamping assemblies to move, causing the two clamping assemblies to clamp or release the target object. The clamping assemblies are elastically extendable and retractable in the first direction.

[0008] Optionally, the two clamping components are spaced apart along a second direction, and the first direction intersects the second direction; the clamping drive component is used to drive the two clamping components to move towards each other or away from each other.

[0009] Optionally, the clamping assembly includes a connector, a clamping member, and an elastic member; the connector is connected to the clamping drive assembly; the clamping member is connected to the connector and is used to clamp the target object; the clamping member is movable relative to the connector along the first direction; when the clamping member moves along the first direction, it can apply force to the elastic member to cause the elastic member to elastically deform.

[0010] Optionally, the elastic element is elastically compressed between the connector and the clamping element.

[0011] Optionally, the clamping member includes a connecting portion and a plurality of clamping portions; the connecting portion is movably connected to the connecting member; each of the clamping portions is connected to the connecting portion and arranged sequentially along a third direction; the clamping portions are used to clamp the target object; in the third direction, at least one of the two outermost clamping portions has an adjustable mounting position on the connecting portion; the first direction intersects with the third direction.

[0012] Optionally, the clamping module further includes an elastic block connected to the clamping assembly, the clamping assembly clamping the target object, which is a battery cell, via the elastic block; and / or, the clamping module further includes a support member connected to the clamping assembly for supporting the target object clamped by the clamping assembly in the first direction.

[0013] Optionally, the two clamping components are spaced apart along a second direction, the first direction intersecting the second direction; the clamping module further includes a first limiting block and a second limiting block; the first limiting block is connected to the clamping drive component; the second limiting block is connected to at least one of the clamping components driven by the clamping drive component; when the two clamping components clamp the target object, the first limiting block can abut against the second limiting block; in the second direction, the installation position of at least one of the first limiting block and the second limiting block is adjustable, so that the minimum distance between the two clamping components in the second direction is adjustable.

[0014] This utility model embodiment also provides a handling device, including a drive module and a clamping module as described in any one of the above; the drive module includes a first drive component, which is connected to the clamping module and is used to drive the clamping module to reciprocate along a first direction.

[0015] Optionally, in the fourth direction, the mounting position of the clamping module on the first driving component is adjustable; the driving module further includes a second driving component connected to the first driving component, used to drive the clamping module to reciprocate along the fifth direction; the driving module further includes a third driving component connected to the first driving component and the clamping module, used to drive the clamping module to rotate around a first axis; the first direction, the fourth direction, and the fifth direction intersect each other, and the first axis is parallel to the first direction.

[0016] This utility model embodiment also provides a battery production equipment, characterized in that it includes the conveying device described in any one of the above-mentioned claims.

[0017] In the clamping module, conveying device, and battery production equipment provided in this utility model embodiment, the clamping component can elastically extend and retract. When the clamping component approaches the carrier device on which the target object is placed along the first direction, if the clamping component collides with the carrier device, the clamping can elastically extend and retract, thereby avoiding rigid collision with the carrier device. This can effectively prevent the clamping component from being damaged due to collision with the carrier device and improve the service life of the clamping module. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this utility model will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a clamping module provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a conveying device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the third drive component provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the third drive component provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0023] Instruction manual drawing reference numerals:

[0024] 100. Handling equipment;

[0025] 10. Clamping module;

[0026] 1. Clamping drive assembly;

[0027] 1a. Clamping drive unit;

[0028] 1b. Support unit; 11. First bearing plate; 12. Bearing column; 13. Second bearing plate; 14. Bearing block; 15. Third bearing plate;

[0029] 3. Clamping assembly; 31. Connector; 32. Clamping component; 321. Stop; 322. Connecting part; 323. Clamping part; 324. Slot; 325. Locking threaded hole; 326. First connecting plate; 327. Second connecting plate; 33. Elastic element;

[0030] 4. Transition plate; 41. First sub-plate; 42. Second sub-plate;

[0031] 5. Elastic block;

[0032] 6. Supporting component; 61. First pallet; 62. Second pallet;

[0033] 7. Limiting component; 71. First limiting block; 72. Second limiting block; 73. Connecting block; 74. Scale;

[0034] 20. Drive module; 201. First drive assembly; 202. Second drive assembly; 203. Mounting plate; 2031. First connecting hole; 204. Third drive assembly; 2041. Rotary motor; 2042. Support base; 2043. Bearing member; 2044. First support block; 2045. Second support block; 2046. Support plate; 2047. Rotary table; 2048. Locking plate; 205. First limiting member; 206. Second limiting member. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping module 10 is adapted to clamp a target object placed on a carrier device. The clamping module 10 and the carrier device are capable of relative movement in a first direction, so that the clamping module 10 moves closer to or further away from the carrier device. When the clamping module 10 moves closer to the carrier device, it can clamp the target object on the carrier device; when the clamping module 10 moves away from the carrier device, it can move the clamped target object away from the carrier device.

[0038] The clamping module 10 includes a clamping drive assembly 1 and two clamping assemblies 3. The clamping drive assembly 1 connects the two clamping assemblies 3 and is used to drive at least one clamping assembly 3 to move so that the two clamping assemblies 3 clamp or release the target object. The clamping assemblies 3 can elastically extend and retract in a first direction to prevent the clamping assemblies 3 from rigidly colliding with the support device on which the target object is placed when the clamping module 10 approaches. This can effectively prevent the clamping assemblies 3 from being damaged by colliding with the support device, thereby improving the service life of the clamping module 10.

[0039] When the two clamping components 3 clamp the target object, the clamping module 10 clamps the target object. When the clamping module 10 is close to the support device, both the clamping drive component 1 and the clamping component 3 are close to the support device; when the clamping module 10 is away from the support device, both the clamping drive component 1 and the clamping component 3 are away from the support device.

[0040] exist Figure 1 Of the directions shown, the first direction is parallel to the Z-axis.

[0041] In a practical application scenario, the first direction can be vertical. In this scenario, the clamping component 3 is usually located above the support device. When the clamping component 3 moves downward, it can move closer to the support device, and when the clamping component 3 moves upward, it can move away from the support device.

[0042] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, two clamping components 3 are spaced apart along a second direction, wherein... Figure 1 Of the directions shown, the second direction is parallel to the X-axis. In a practical application scenario, the second direction could be a left-right direction.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping drive assembly 1 includes a clamping drive unit 1a and a support unit 1b. The clamping drive unit 1a is connected to the support unit 1b and is connected to at least one clamping assembly 3. Moreover, the clamping drive assembly 1 driving at least one clamping assembly 3 to move actually means that the clamping drive unit 1a drives at least one clamping assembly 3 to move.

[0044] In one embodiment, when the first direction is vertical, the clamping component 3 may be located below the support unit 1b. In this embodiment, the bearing device is located below the clamping module 10.

[0045] In one embodiment, both clamping components 3 may be connected to the support unit 1b, and at least one of them may be movable relative to the support unit 1b, so that the two clamping components 3 may clamp or release the target object. The clamping drive unit 1a is used to provide driving force to the clamping component 3 that is movable relative to the support unit 1b.

[0046] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping drive assembly 1 is used to drive the two clamping assemblies 3 to move towards each other or away from each other. Specifically, the clamping drive unit 1a is used to drive the two clamping assemblies 3 to move towards each other or away from each other. When the two clamping assemblies 3 move towards each other, they can clamp the target object between them; when the two clamping assemblies 3 move away from each other, they can release the target object clamped by them.

[0047] In one embodiment, the clamping drive unit 1a includes a gripper cylinder for driving two gripping components 3 to move, enabling them to grip or release the target object. The gripper cylinder can be a double-acting cylinder. Alternatively, the clamping drive unit 1a can also include two single-acting cylinders, each corresponding to a gripping component 3. Each single-acting cylinder drives its corresponding gripping component 3 to move. By driving the two single-acting cylinders, the two gripping components 3 can move towards each other or away from each other.

[0048] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the support unit 1b includes a first support plate 11, and the clamping drive unit 1a is connected to the first support plate 11. In a first direction, the first support plate 11 is located between the clamping drive unit 1a and the clamping assembly 3. Specifically, the clamping drive unit 1a is located above the first support plate 11, and the clamping assembly 3 is located below the first support plate 11. The clamping drive unit 1a is connected to the clamping assembly 3 through a transition plate 4. In addition, each clamping assembly 3 has a corresponding transition plate 4, and the clamping assembly 3 is connected to the clamping drive assembly 1 through its corresponding transition plate 4. The two transition plates 4 have the same structure, and the structure and corresponding connection relationship of one of them will be described below as an example.

[0049] like Figure 1As shown, in one embodiment, the transition plate 4 includes a first sub-plate 41 and a second sub-plate 42. The first sub-plate 41 is connected to the clamping drive unit 1a, and the second sub-plate 42 connects the first sub-plate 41 and the clamping assembly 3. In a second direction, the first sub-plate 41 is located on one side of the first support plate 11; in a first direction, the second sub-plate 42 is located on the side of the first support plate 11 opposite to the clamping drive assembly 1. The clamping drive unit 1a can apply force to the first sub-plate 41 so that it drives the second sub-plate 42 and the clamping assembly 3 to move in the second direction.

[0050] In addition, in the second direction, the first bearing plate 11 is located between the first sub-plates 41 of the two transition plates 4.

[0051] In one embodiment, the support unit 1b further includes a first guide mechanism, which connects the first bearing plate 11 and the second sub-plate 42 and is used to guide the movement of the second sub-plate 42 in the second direction, thereby enabling the clamping assembly 3 to be guided in the second direction.

[0052] In addition, in the first direction, the first guide mechanism is located between the first bearing plate 11 and the second sub-plate 42.

[0053] In addition, the first guiding mechanism can be a guide rail slider mechanism, etc.

[0054] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the support unit 1b further includes a support column 12 and a second support plate 13. One end of the support column 12 is connected to the first support plate 11, and the other end of the support column 12 is connected to the second support plate 13. In the first direction, the clamping drive unit 1a is located between the first support plate 11 and the second support plate 13. In this way, the clamping drive unit 1a can be shielded and protected by the support unit 1b.

[0055] The number of supporting columns 12 can be multiple, and they are spaced apart from each other.

[0056] like Figure 1 As shown, the support unit 1b also includes a support block 14 and a third support plate 15. One end of the support block 14 is connected to the second support plate 13, and the other end of the support block 14 is connected to the third support plate 15. In the second direction, the second support plate 13 and the third support plate 15 are spaced apart. Referring to the description below, when the clamping module 10 is applied to the conveying device 100, the drive module 20 of the conveying device 100 (refer to...) Figure 2 Connect the third bearing plate 15.

[0057] The number of support blocks 14 can also be multiple, and they can be spaced apart from each other. This arrangement can reduce the weight and material cost of the support unit 1b while ensuring that the support unit 1b has a corresponding thickness in the first direction.

[0058] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping assembly 3 includes a connector 31, a clamping member 32, and an elastic member 33. The connector 31 is connected to the clamping drive assembly 1, and the connector 31 may be connected to the support unit 1b. The clamping member 32 is connected to the connector 31 and is used to clamp the target object. The clamping member 32 can move relative to the connector 31 along a first direction. When the clamping member 32 moves along the first direction, it can apply force to the elastic member 33 to cause the elastic member 33 to elastically deform. When the clamping member 32 is subjected to force and moves along the first direction to cause the elastic member 33 to elastically deform, the clamping assembly 3 can achieve elastic contraction. Subsequently, after the force applied to the clamping member 32 is removed, the clamping member 32 can move back to its original position under the elastic force of the elastic member 33, thus achieving elastic extension of the clamping assembly 3. Using this method to achieve elastic extension and contraction of the clamping assembly 3 can simplify the structure of the clamping assembly 3.

[0059] In addition, the elastic element 33 can be a coil spring, etc.

[0060] In one embodiment, the clamping assembly 3 further includes a guide member that connects the clamping member 32 and the connecting member 31, for guiding the reciprocating motion of the clamping member 32 along a first direction.

[0061] Among them, the guide component can be a guide rail slider mechanism, etc.

[0062] In one embodiment, when the clamping drive unit 1a is connected to the clamping assembly 3 via the transition plate 4, the connector 31 may be a second sub-plate 42 connected to the transition plate 4.

[0063] In one embodiment, the elastic element 33 is elastically compressed between the connector 31 and the clamping element 32, which makes it easier to set up the clamping assembly 3.

[0064] In one embodiment, two clamping components 3 are defined as a first clamping component and a second clamping component, wherein the structures of the first clamping component and the second clamping component may be identical. Furthermore, the connector 31 of the first clamping component is a first connector, the clamping component 32 of the first clamping component is a first clamping component, and the elastic component 33 of the first clamping component is a first elastic component; similarly, the connector 31 of the second clamping component is a second connector, the clamping component 32 of the second clamping component is a second clamping component, and the elastic component 33 of the second clamping component is a second elastic component.

[0065] The first clamping member is attached to the surface of the first connector near the second clamping assembly. The second clamping member is attached to the surface of the second connector near the first clamping assembly.

[0066] Unless otherwise specified, the connection relationships of related components in the clamping assembly 3 described below refer to the connection relationships of related components in the same clamping assembly 3.

[0067] like Figure 1 As shown, a stop 321 is provided on the back side of the clamping member 32 (i.e., the surface of the clamping member 32 that is opposite to the clamping member 32 of another clamping assembly 3 in the second direction). In the first direction, the stop 321 and the connecting member 31 are spaced apart, and the elastic member 33 is compressed between the connecting member 31 and the stop 321. The stop 321 may be located below the connecting member 31, in which case the elastic member 33 is compressed between the lower surface of the connecting member 31 and the upper surface of the stop 321.

[0068] In one embodiment, the clamping assembly 3 further includes a limiting post connected to the stop block 321. The connecting member 31 has a clearance hole, and a portion of the limiting post extends into the clearance hole. When the clamping member 32 moves up and down (i.e., moves along the first direction), the limiting post moves up and down accordingly, and can move up and down within the clearance hole. The elastic member 33 is sleeved on the limiting post. The limiting post prevents the elastic member 33 from deforming and shifting a large distance radially in the limiting post. Additionally, the clearance hole can be located on the lower surface of the connecting member 31.

[0069] In one embodiment, the connector 31 may be a plate-like structure, which may be a rectangular plate.

[0070] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping member 32 includes a connecting portion 322 and a plurality of clamping portions 323; the connecting portion 322 is movably connected to the connecting member 31; each clamping portion 323 is connected to the connecting portion 322 and arranged sequentially along a third direction; the clamping portions 323 are used to clamp the target object; in the third direction, at least one of the two outermost clamping portions 323 has an adjustable mounting position on the connecting portion 322, so that the distance between the two outermost clamping portions 323 is adjustable, thereby adapting to clamping target objects of different lengths; the first direction intersects with the third direction.

[0071] Here, "multiple" refers to two or more, and the meaning of the term "multiple" is the same in all embodiments, and will not be repeated hereafter. Figure 1 In the example shown, there are two clamping parts 323.

[0072] Furthermore, the first, second, and third directions can intersect each other; moreover, they can be perpendicular to each other. Figure 1 In this context, the third direction is parallel to the Y-axis. In a practical application scenario, the third direction can be the front-back direction.

[0073] Furthermore, the clamping component 3 clamping the target object actually refers to the clamping part 323 clamping the target object. When the clamping component 3 clamps the target object, each clamping part 323 may simultaneously contact the target object, or only a portion of the clamping parts 323 may contact the target object.

[0074] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, in a first direction, the connecting portion 322 has a slot 324 on the surface away from the clamping drive assembly 1 (i.e., the lower surface of the connecting portion 322). The slot 324 is a T-shaped slot. The upper surface of the clamping portion 323 has a locking block. In a third direction, the slot 324 extends to at least one surface of the connecting portion 322, so that the clamping portion 323 can be inserted into the slot 324 from the surface.

[0075] In addition, in the second direction, at least one of the two opposing surfaces of the connecting part 322 is provided with a locking threaded hole 325. The locking threaded hole 325 communicates with the slot 324. After assembly, the locking bolt engages with the locking threaded hole 325 and extends into the slot 324 to abut against the clamping part 323, thereby pressing the clamping part 323 onto the connecting part 322, thus fixing the clamping part 323 onto the connecting part 322.

[0076] When the locking bolt is loosened, the clamping part 323 can move within the slot 324 along a third direction. When the clamping part 323 moves to the appropriate position, the locking bolt can be used to lock the clamping part 323 (i.e., it extends into the slot 324 to abut against the clamping part 323) to fix the clamping part 323 on the connecting part 322. In this way, the position of the clamping part 323 on the connecting part 322 can be adjusted.

[0077] In addition, there are multiple locking threaded holes 325, which are spaced apart along a third direction. The number of locking bolts can be one or more, and each locking bolt can be threaded into any one of the locking threaded holes 325.

[0078] In the first direction, the T-shaped groove includes a first groove and a second groove that are sequentially connected. The first groove is located between the second groove and the clamping drive assembly 1, i.e., the first groove is located at the upper end of the second groove. The second groove extends to the connecting portion 322 away from the surface of the clamping drive assembly 1. In the second direction, the width of the first groove is greater than the width of the second groove, forming a stepped surface between them. The locking block is located in the first groove, and in the first direction, the locking block, away from the surface of the clamping drive assembly 1, can abut against this stepped surface, so that the locking block is supported by the groove wall of the T-shaped groove.

[0079] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the stop 321 provided on the clamping member 32 is actually provided on the connecting part 322.

[0080] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the connecting portion 322 includes a first connecting plate 326 and a second connecting plate 327. The first connecting plate 326 and the second connecting plate 327 are spaced apart along a third direction and are both connected to the connecting member 31, and both are capable of moving relative to the connecting member 31 along a first direction. The first connecting plate 326 and the second connecting plate 327 are both connected to the clamping portion 323. The slot 324 has a two-section structure, namely a first slot and a second slot. The first slot is located on the first connecting plate 326, and the second slot is located on the second connecting plate 327.

[0081] The clamping part 323 (defined as the first clamping part 323) on the first connecting plate 326 can be locked in the first groove by locking bolts, and the clamping part 323 (defined as the second clamping part 323) on the second connecting plate 327 can be locked in the second groove by locking bolts.

[0082] In addition, the first clamping part 323 is adjustable in the third-party upward mounting position, and the second clamping part 323 is adjustable in the third-party upward mounting position.

[0083] Of course, in other embodiments, the clamping part 323 can also be positioned adjustable on the connecting part 322 in other ways in the third direction. For example, in the third direction, the connecting part 322 may have multiple spaced locking threaded holes 325, and the clamping part 323 may have a through hole, while the connecting part 322 may not have a slot 324. The locking bolt passes through the through hole and engages with the locking bolt hole, thus locking the clamping part 323 onto the connecting part 322. When the locking bolt is connected to different locking threaded holes 325, the installation position of the clamping part 323 in the third direction can be adjusted.

[0084] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, when the connecting portion 322 includes a first connecting plate 326 and a second connecting plate 327, both the first connecting plate 326 and the second connecting plate 327 are provided with a stop block 321 and a limiting post. Specifically, each of them is provided with a stop block 321 and a limiting post. At this time, there are two elastic members 33, and the elastic member 33, the stop block 321, and the limiting post correspond one-to-one. The limiting post and its corresponding stop block 321 are connected and located on the same connecting plate (i.e., the first connecting plate 326 or the second connecting plate 327). The elastic member 33 is sleeved on its corresponding limiting post and compressed between its corresponding stop block 321 and the connecting member 31.

[0085] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping module 10 further includes an elastic block 5, which is connected to the clamping component 3. The clamping component 3 clamps the target object through the elastic block 5 to avoid rigid contact with the target object, thereby avoiding damage to the target object.

[0086] The elastic block 5 is an insulating block, which can be a rubber block or the like. When the clamping module 10 clamps the target object, the elastic block 5 comes into contact with the target object. At this time, the clamping assembly 3 with the elastic block 5 may or may not contact the target object.

[0087] In addition, both clamping components 3 are provided with elastic blocks 5, and the elastic blocks 5 are located between the two clamping components 3. Specifically, the elastic blocks 5 on the first clamping component can be provided on the surface of the first clamping component near the second clamping component, and the elastic blocks 5 on the second clamping component can be provided on the surface of the second clamping component near the first clamping component.

[0088] In one embodiment, the elastic block 5 is detachably connected to the clamping assembly 3 to facilitate maintenance in case of wear on the elastic block 5. Furthermore, the clamping assembly 3 may have one or more elastic blocks 5.

[0089] Furthermore, when the elastic block 5 is disposed on the clamping assembly 3, it is actually disposed on the clamping part 323.

[0090] In one embodiment, the elastic block 5 is provided with multiple grooves on the surface of the target object to increase the friction between the elastic block 5 and the target object.

[0091] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping module 10 further includes a support member 6, which is connected to the clamping assembly 3 and is used to support the target object clamped by the clamping assembly 3 in a first direction.

[0092] The material of the support component 6 can also be an insulating material, such as PEEK (polyether ether ketone).

[0093] The support member 6 is located at the end of the clamping assembly 3 away from the support unit 1b. In the first direction, the clamped target object is located between the support member 6 and the support unit 1b. When the first direction is vertical, the support member 6 is located at the lower end of the clamping assembly 3, and the support member 6 can support the lower surface of the clamped target object.

[0094] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, in the second direction, the support member 6 includes a first support plate 61 and a second support plate 62 connected in sequence. The first support plate 61 is connected to the clamping assembly 3, and the second support plate 62 is used to support the placement of the target object. In the first direction, the height of the first support plate 61 is greater than the height of the second support plate 62, and the two are connected to form an L-shaped structure. This ensures that the target object is properly supported from the bottom while increasing the size of the area where the support member 6 connects to the clamping assembly 3, thus facilitating the connection between the support member 6 and the clamping assembly 3.

[0095] Both the elastic block 5 and the support member 6 can be considered as part of the clamping assembly.

[0096] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the clamping module 10 further includes a limiting component 7, which limits the minimum distance between the two clamping components 3 in a second direction. The limiting component 7 includes a first limiting block 71 and a second limiting block 72; the first limiting block 71 is connected to the clamping drive component 1 (specifically, it may be connected to the support unit 1b); the second limiting block 72 is connected to the clamping drive component 1 driving at least one clamping component 3; when the two clamping components 3 clamp the target object, the first limiting block 71 can abut against the second limiting block 72, thereby limiting the minimum distance between the two clamping components 3 in the second direction. The limiting component 7 prevents the clamping components 3 from damaging the target object.

[0097] Furthermore, in the second direction, the mounting position of at least one of the first limiting block 71 and the second limiting block 72 is adjustable, so that the minimum distance between the two clamping assemblies 3 in the second direction is adjustable. This allows the limiting assembly 7 to adapt to target objects of different thicknesses.

[0098] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the first limiting block 71 may be disposed on the first support plate 11, thereby connecting the first limiting block 71 with the clamping drive assembly 1. The second limiting block 72 may be disposed on the second sub-plate 42, thereby connecting the second limiting block 72 with the clamping assembly 3.

[0099] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, when the clamping drive assembly 1 drives the two clamping assemblies 3 to move through a gripper cylinder, only one of the first limiting block 71 and the second limiting block 72 can be provided. After assembly, only one second sub-plate 42 is connected to the second limiting block 72.

[0100] In one embodiment, in the second direction, the mounting position of the first limiting block 71 on the clamping drive assembly 1 (specifically, the support unit 1b) is adjustable. At this time, the support unit 1b is also provided with a scale 74 (see reference). Figure 1 The scale 74 has graduations to indicate the position adjustment distance of the first limit block 71. Specifically, the scale 74 may be mounted on the first support plate 11.

[0101] The first limiting block 71 can be locked onto the first bearing plate 11 by a first bolt. The first limiting block 71 is provided with a mounting hole that passes through the first limiting block 71. The first bolt passes through the mounting hole and engages with the threaded hole on the first bearing plate 11 to lock the first limiting block 71 onto the first bearing plate 11.

[0102] In addition, the mounting hole is an elongated hole that extends along the second direction. The first bolt can move within the mounting hole along the length of the mounting hole. By adjusting the different positions of the first bolt in the length of the mounting hole, the position of the first limiting block 71 can be adjusted.

[0103] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the limiting component 7 further includes a connecting block 73 and a second bolt. The connecting block 73 is connected to the first bearing plate 11 and is spaced apart from the first limiting block 71 along a second direction. The connecting block 73 has a threaded hole that penetrates the connecting block 73 along the second direction. The second bolt is threaded into the threaded hole on the connecting block 73 and passes through the connecting block 73. The second bolt abuts against the first limiting block 71. By adjusting the screw-in depth of the second bolt, the position of the first limiting block 71 in the second direction can be limited, thereby facilitating the adjustment of the position of the first limiting block 71 in the second direction.

[0104] like Figure 2 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention also provides a conveying device 100, which includes a drive module 20 and a clamping module 10 described in any of the above-mentioned items; the drive module 20 includes a first drive component 201, which is connected to the clamping module 10 and is used to drive the clamping module 10 to reciprocate along a first direction.

[0105] The first drive component 201 may include components such as an electric cylinder. During operation, the electric cylinder can drive the clamping module 10 to reciprocate along the first direction.

[0106] Of course, the first drive component 201 can also be a drive unit that can drive the object to move in a straight line, such as a cylinder or a linear motor.

[0107] like Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the mounting position of the clamping module 10 on the first drive assembly 201 is adjustable in the fourth direction; the drive module 20 further includes a second drive assembly 202, which is connected to the first drive assembly 201 and is used to drive the clamping module 10 to reciprocate along the fifth direction; the first direction, the fourth direction, and the fifth direction intersect each other. The first direction, the fourth direction, and the fifth direction can be perpendicular to each other.

[0108] The second drive component 202 enables the clamping module 10 to move the clamped target object between different workstations, thereby enabling the target object to be transferred between different workstations.

[0109] In addition, in actual scenarios, the position of the clamping module 10 in the fourth direction can be adjusted according to actual needs to improve the adaptability of the handling device 100 to different scenarios.

[0110] In one embodiment, the second drive component 202 may include components such as an electric cylinder, which can drive the clamping module 10 to reciprocate along the fifth direction during operation. Of course, the second drive component 202 may also include a device capable of driving linear motion of an object, such as a linear motor.

[0111] In one embodiment, the fourth direction is the second direction, and the fifth direction is the third direction. Of course, in other embodiments, the fourth direction may be different from the second direction, and in this case, the fifth direction may also be different from the third direction.

[0112] In one embodiment, the clamping module 10 may be connected to the second driving component 202 via the first driving component 201. During operation, the second driving component 202 may drive the first driving component 201 and the clamping module 10 to move together along the fifth direction.

[0113] In one embodiment, the first drive assembly 201 includes a drive unit such as an electric cylinder, and also has a mounting plate 203. The mounting plate 203 is connected to the drive unit, and the clamping module 10 is mounted on the mounting plate 203. The drive unit can drive the mounting plate 203 to move along a first direction, thereby driving the clamping module 10 to move along the first direction.

[0114] The mounting plate 203 and the clamping module 10 are connected by bolts (defined as connecting bolts). Specifically, the mounting plate 203 has a first connecting hole 2031 that penetrates the mounting plate 203 along a first direction; the clamping module 10 has a second connecting hole that is threaded; the connecting bolt passes through the mounting plate 203 from the first connecting hole 2031 and engages with the threaded connection of the second connecting hole, thereby locking the clamping module 10 onto the mounting plate 203.

[0115] In addition, the first connecting hole 2031 is an elongated hole that extends along the fourth direction. When the connecting bolt is inserted into the first connecting hole 2031, it can move along the fourth direction within the first connecting hole 2031. This allows the clamping module 10 to be connected to different positions in the fourth direction.

[0116] In addition, the second connection hole may be provided on the support unit 1b of the clamping module 10.

[0117] like Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, in one embodiment, the drive module 20 further includes a third drive component 204, which is connected to the first drive component 201 and the clamping module 10, and is used to drive the clamping module 10 to rotate about a first axis; the first axis is parallel to a first direction.

[0118] After the clamping module 10 clamps the target object, the third drive component 204 can drive the clamping module 10 to rotate, thereby causing the target object to rotate, which can adjust the placement angle of the target object. The third drive component 204 can be a third support plate 15 connected to the clamping module 10.

[0119] In one embodiment, the third drive component 204 is connected to the mounting plate 203, and the clamping module 10 is connected to the mounting plate 203 through the third drive component 204.

[0120] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the third drive assembly 204 includes a rotary motor 2041 and a support base 2042. The support base 2042 is connected to the mounting plate 203, and the rotary motor 2041 is mounted on the support base 2042. The rotary motor 2041 is used to drive the clamping assembly 3 to rotate around the first axis.

[0121] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the drive module 20 further includes a first limiting member 205 and a second limiting member 206. The first limiting member 205 is connected to the support unit 1b (specifically connected to the third bearing plate 15), and the second limiting member 206 is connected to the support base 2042. When the clamping module 10 rotates, the first limiting member 205 can abut against the second limiting member 206 to limit the maximum rotation angle of the clamping module 10.

[0122] In addition, the support base 2042 is provided with a through hole that extends through the support base 2042 in the first direction. The rotary motor 2041 passes through the support base 2042 through the through hole to connect to the support unit 1b (specifically connected to the third bearing plate 15). In the first direction, the support base 2042 is located between the mounting plate 203 and the support unit 1b.

[0123] Furthermore, when the clamping module 10 is connected to the mounting plate 203 via the third drive assembly 204, the aforementioned second connection hole may be provided on the support base 2042.

[0124] like Figure 4As shown, in one embodiment, the third drive assembly 204 further includes two support members 2043. Both support members 2043 are connected to the surface of the mounting plate 203 near the support unit 1b and are spaced apart along the fifth direction. Each support member 2043 includes a first support block 2044 and a second support block 2045. The first support block 2044 is connected to the mounting plate 203, and the second support block 2045 is connected to the first support block 2044 and spaced apart from it. Simultaneously, in the fifth direction, the second support blocks 2045 of both support members 2043 are located between the first support blocks 2044 of the two support members 2043.

[0125] like Figure 4 As shown, the support base 2042 includes a support plate 2046 and a rotary table 2047. A second connecting hole is provided on the support plate 2046, which is connected to the mounting plate 203 by connecting bolts. The support plate 2046 is located between two first support blocks 2044 and between a second support block 2045 and the mounting plate 203. In a first direction, the rotary table 2047 is connected to the surface of the support plate 2046 facing away from the mounting plate 203.

[0126] When it is necessary to adjust the position of the clamping module 10 in the fourth direction, loosen the connecting bolts. At this time, the clamping module 10 is supported by two second support blocks 2045 to prevent it from falling.

[0127] Furthermore, the aforementioned perforation extends through the support plate 2046 and the rotary table 2047 along the first direction. The rotary table 2047 also serves as the aforementioned second limiting member 206. The rotary table 2047 is connected to the support unit 1b (specifically connected to the third bearing plate 15) via a corresponding rotating part. This rotating part can rotate relative to the rotary table 2047 around its own axis, which is the first axis. A rotary motor 2041 drives this rotating part to rotate, thereby causing the support unit 1b to rotate.

[0128] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the third drive assembly 204 further includes a locking plate 2048, which connects the mounting plate 203 and the support plate 2046. Specifically, in the fourth direction, the mounting plate 203 and the support plate 2046 are connected to the same side of the locking plate 2048. The mounting plate 203 and the locking plate 2048 can be detachably connected by bolts or the like, and the support plate 2046 and the locking plate 2048 can also be detachably connected by bolts or the like. When it is necessary to adjust the installation position of the clamping module 10 in the fourth direction, the support plate 2046 and the locking plate 2048 must be loosened (and / or the mounting plate 203 and the locking plate 2048 must be loosened) before the installation position of the clamping module 10 and the support plate 2046 in the fourth direction can be adjusted.

[0129] In addition, in one embodiment, the conveying device 100 also has a corresponding support module, and the drive module 20 is connected to the support module. The support module can be configured to position the clamping module 10 and the drive module 20 above the carrier device.

[0130] This utility model embodiment also provides a battery production equipment, which includes the handling device 100 described in any of the above embodiments. The battery production equipment also includes a support device for placing a target object, and a first drive assembly for driving the clamping module 10 to reciprocate along a first direction to move closer to or away from the support device. The handling device 100 can transport battery cells and other components from one workstation to another. That is, the target object can be a battery cell or other component. In this case, the support device is a fixture for placing the battery cell at the corresponding workstation.

[0131] It should be understood that the above-mentioned settings can also be replaced in other ways, such as:

[0132] In other embodiments, the clamping drive component 1 may also be provided with a clamping drive unit 1a, but without a support unit 1b. In this case, both clamping components 3 are connected to the clamping drive unit 1a.

[0133] In other embodiments, the supporting device can be driven to reciprocate along the first direction by a corresponding driving device, thereby enabling the clamping module 10 to move closer to or further away from the supporting device. In this embodiment, the clamping module 10 may be unable to reciprocate along the first direction, or it may be able to reciprocate along the first direction.

[0134] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0135] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, and should all be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A clamping module, suitable for clamping a target object placed on a carrying device, wherein, The clamping module and the carrier device are capable of relative movement in a first direction, so that the clamping module moves closer to or further away from the carrier device, characterized in that the clamping module includes a clamping drive assembly and two clamping assemblies; The clamping drive assembly connects two clamping assemblies and is used to drive at least one of the clamping assemblies to move so that the two clamping assemblies clamp or release the target object; The clamping assembly is elastically extendable in a first direction.

2. The clamping module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two clamping components are spaced apart along a second direction, and the first direction intersects the second direction; The clamping drive assembly is used to drive the two clamping assemblies to move towards each other or away from each other.

3. The clamping module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping assembly includes a connector, a clamping member, and an elastic member; The connector connects to the clamping drive assembly; The clamping member is connected to the connector and is used to clamp the target object; The clamping member is movable relative to the connecting member along the first direction; When the clamping member moves along the first direction, it can apply force to the elastic member to cause the elastic member to deform elastically.

4. The clamping module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The elastic element is elastically compressed between the connector and the clamping element.

5. The clamping module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The clamping member includes a connecting part and multiple clamping parts; The connecting part is movably connected to the connecting member; Each of the clamping parts is connected to the connecting part and arranged sequentially along a third direction; the clamping parts are used to clamp the target object; In the third direction, at least one of the two outermost clamping portions has an adjustable mounting position on the connecting portion; The first direction intersects with the third direction.

6. The clamping module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping module further includes an elastic block connected to the clamping assembly, the clamping assembly clamping the target object, which is a battery cell, via the elastic block; and / or The clamping module further includes a support member connected to the clamping assembly for supporting the target object clamped by the clamping assembly in the first direction.

7. The clamping module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two clamping components are spaced apart along a second direction, and the first direction intersects the second direction; The clamping module further includes a first limiting block and a second limiting block; The first limiting block is connected to the clamping drive assembly; The second limiting block is connected to at least one of the clamping components driven by the clamping drive component; When the two clamping components clamp the target object, the first limiting block can abut against the second limiting block; In the second direction, the mounting position of at least one of the first limiting block and the second limiting block is adjustable so that the minimum distance between the two clamping components in the second direction is adjustable.

8. A conveying device, characterized in that, Includes a drive module and a clamping module as described in any one of claims 1 to 7; The drive module includes a first drive component, which is connected to the clamping module and is used to drive the clamping module to reciprocate along a first direction.

9. The conveying device according to claim 8, characterized in that, In the fourth direction, the mounting position of the clamping module on the first drive assembly is adjustable; The drive module further includes a second drive component, which is connected to the first drive component and is used to drive the clamping module to reciprocate along the fifth direction. The drive module further includes a third drive component, which is connected to the first drive component and the clamping module, and is used to drive the clamping module to rotate around the first axis; The first direction, the fourth direction, and the fifth direction intersect each other, and the first axis is parallel to the first direction.

10. A battery manufacturing apparatus, characterized in that, Includes the conveying device as described in any one of claims 8 to 9.

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