Automobile roof sunroof processing platform and automobile roof sunroof processing device
By employing multiple mold components and a rotatable turntable structure in the automotive sunroof processing equipment, combined with a positioning mechanism and a robotic system, the problem of equipment universalization for multiple vehicle models has been solved, achieving efficient and low-cost production of multiple vehicle models.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GAC TOYOTA MOTOR
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-30
AI Technical Summary
Existing equipment cannot achieve equipment universality for multiple car models when processing car sunroofs, resulting in a large production line footprint and high costs.
Multiple mold components are arranged around the circumference of the turntable, combined with a rotatable turntable structure, a positioning mechanism, and a robot system to achieve welding and rolling operations for sunroofs of various car models, adapting to the size changes of different car models and improving the equipment's versatility and compatibility.
It significantly improves the versatility and compatibility of the equipment, reduces the production line footprint and production costs, enhances production continuity and product quality consistency, and supports the co-production of multiple vehicle models.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automobile manufacturing technology, and in particular to an automobile sunroof processing platform and automobile sunroof processing equipment. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of the automotive industry, the requirements for the manufacturing process of automotive sunroofs are increasing. Currently, in the automotive manufacturing process, the sunroof area typically requires the integration of reinforcing components with the roof panel, mainly achieved through welding and edge banding processes. Of the four edges of the sunroof area, one edge is the roller edge banding location, and the other three are welding locations. However, existing equipment has the problem of not being able to achieve equipment universality across multiple vehicle models when processing automotive sunroofs, resulting in large production line footprints and high costs. Utility Model Content
[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose an automotive sunroof processing platform and automotive sunroof processing equipment, aiming to solve the problem of equipment universalization for multiple vehicle models.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a processing platform for automotive sunroofs, the automotive sunroof processing platform comprising:
[0005] Workbench;
[0006] A rotary table, which is rotatably mounted on the worktable;
[0007] The mold assembly is a plurality of mold assemblies, each of which is connected to the rotary table and arranged circumferentially along the rotary table. The side of the mold assembly away from the rotary table is used to abut against the skylight edging area of the ceiling.
[0008] A positioning mechanism, comprising a bracket and a limiting member, wherein the bracket is connected to the limiting member and is movably mounted on the worktable so that the bracket can drive the limiting member to abut against the canopy to restrict the movement of the canopy relative to the mold assembly, and the bracket can abut against the side of the canopy facing the worktable.
[0009] In one embodiment, each mold assembly includes a mold, a first positioning member, and a second positioning member. The mold, the first positioning member, and the second positioning member are all connected to the rotary table. The first positioning member and the second positioning member are respectively located on two sides of the mold that are arranged opposite to each other along a first direction. The side of the mold away from the rotary table is used to abut against the skylight edging area of the ceiling.
[0010] In one embodiment, the number of mold assemblies is four, wherein two mold assemblies are respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table along the second direction, and the remaining two mold assemblies are respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table along the third direction, wherein the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.
[0011] In one embodiment, each of the mold components is detachably connected to the rotary table.
[0012] In one embodiment, the workbench includes a base and a support frame connected to each other, the rotary table is rotatably mounted on the support frame, a clearance space is formed between the rotary table and the base for avoiding the mold assembly, and the positioning mechanism is movably mounted on the base.
[0013] In one embodiment, the automotive sunroof processing platform further includes a first driving component, which is connected to the worktable and is drively connected to the rotary table, so that the first driving component can drive the rotary table to rotate relative to the worktable.
[0014] In one embodiment, the number of the positioning mechanisms is multiple;
[0015] The plurality of positioning mechanisms include a first positioning mechanism and a second positioning mechanism, wherein the first positioning mechanism and the second positioning mechanism are disposed opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable along a first direction;
[0016] And / or,
[0017] The plurality of positioning mechanisms include a third positioning mechanism and a fourth positioning mechanism, which are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable along a third direction.
[0018] In one embodiment, a guide rail is provided on the worktable. The first positioning component includes a positioning part, a slider, and a second driving member. The positioning part is connected to the slider, and the slider is slidably engaged with the guide rail. The second driving member is connected to the worktable and is drively connected to the positioning part, so that the second driving member can drive the slider to move relative to the guide rail through the positioning part.
[0019] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes an automotive sunroof processing equipment, which includes an automotive sunroof processing platform as described in any of the above technical solutions, and further includes:
[0020] A conveying and securing robot is used to convey the reinforcement to the ceiling and restrict the movement of the reinforcement relative to the ceiling;
[0021] A rolling edge robot is used to perform edging processing on the skylight edging area of the ceiling.
[0022] A welding robot is used to perform welding processing on the skylight welding area of the roof.
[0023] The hemming robot and the welding robot are arranged circumferentially along the worktable.
[0024] In one embodiment, the automotive sunroof processing platform further includes a transport robot for transporting the sunroof to a position where it contacts or separates from the mold assembly.
[0025] In this embodiment of the invention, the worktable serves as the foundational support platform for the entire automotive sunroof processing platform. It possesses sufficient strength and rigidity to support key components such as the rotary table, mold assemblies, and positioning mechanisms. The mold assemblies support the sunroof edging area and assist the rolling robot in folding and pressing the sunroof edging area to form the edging. Multiple mold assemblies are arranged circumferentially along the rotary table, each corresponding to the shape and size of the sunroof edging area for different vehicle models, thus ensuring the rolling processing accuracy. The rotary table carries multiple mold assemblies for different vehicle models and allows for switching between them through rotation. This facilitates adaptation to rolling operations on sunroofs of different models, effectively improving the versatility and compatibility of the automotive sunroof processing equipment. The limiting components on the positioning mechanism are used to clamp and fix the roof, preventing it from shifting during welding or rolling. The bracket can be movably installed on the worktable and can automatically or manually adjust the clamping position according to the roof size changes of different car models, thereby achieving flexible positioning to meet diverse product needs. In addition, the bracket can assist the mold components in providing common support for the roof, ensuring that the roof remains stable during processing, reducing processing errors caused by offset and vibration, and thus improving the consistency and stability of product quality. This utility model embodiment utilizes multiple mold components arranged circumferentially along a rotary table, combined with a rotatable rotary table structure, to achieve welding and hemming operations for sunroofs of various car models on the same equipment, significantly improving the equipment's versatility and compatibility. The rotary table can drive different mold components to rotate to the processing position, avoiding the frequent changes in the entire tooling and adjustments to the production line layout in traditional production lines, greatly shortening changeover time and improving production continuity. The integration of multiple mold components onto a single rotary platform avoids the enormous space requirements of setting up separate hemming and welding stations for each car model in traditional methods, effectively reducing the overall floor space and production costs of the production line, making it suitable for factory environments where multiple car models are produced on the same line. The positioning mechanism is movably installed on the worktable and can be adjusted according to the size of different car model sunroofs, thereby achieving precise clamping and positioning of the sunroof, enhancing the equipment's adaptability to different car model sunroofs, giving the equipment stronger flexible production capabilities, and meeting diverse product demands. The overall structure of this automotive sunroof processing platform is modular and functionally clearly divided, facilitating integration with robotic handling, welding, and hemming systems, and enabling fully automated production lines. Attached Figure Description
[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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 the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the automotive sunroof processing platform of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another perspective of an embodiment of the automotive sunroof processing platform of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the automotive sunroof processing platform of this utility model, which assembles the sunroof and reinforcing ribs.
[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the automotive sunroof processing equipment of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of another perspective of an embodiment of the automotive sunroof processing equipment of this utility model.
[0032] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0033] 100. Car roof sunroof processing platform; 1. Workbench; 11. Base; 111. Guide rail; 12. Support frame; 2. Rotary table; 3. Mold assembly; 31. Mold; 32. First positioning component; 33. Second positioning component; 4. First positioning mechanism; 41. Bracket; 42. Limiting component; 5. Second positioning mechanism; 6. Third positioning mechanism; 7. Fourth positioning mechanism; 8. Clearance space; 9. First driving component; 110. Guide rail; 120. Slider; 130. Second driving component;
[0034] 200. Car roof sunroof processing equipment; 210. Conveying robot; 220. Conveying and fixing robot; 230. Rolling robot; 240. Welding robot;
[0035] 300. Ceiling; 310. Sunroof edging area; 320. Sunroof welding area; 400. Reinforcing components.
[0036] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0037] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0038] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, and back), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.
[0039] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
[0040] With the rapid development of the automotive industry, the requirements for the manufacturing process of automotive sunroofs are increasing. Currently, in the automotive manufacturing process, the sunroof area typically requires the integration of reinforcing components with the roof panel, mainly achieved through welding and edge banding processes. Of the four edges of the sunroof area, one edge is the roller edge banding location, and the other three are welding locations. However, existing equipment has the problem of not being able to achieve equipment universality across multiple vehicle models when processing automotive sunroofs, resulting in large production line footprints and high costs.
[0041] After careful research, the applicant discovered that the shapes and sizes of the roofs of different car models vary significantly. Existing equipment is unable to flexibly adapt to the needs of multiple car models on the same platform. Furthermore, each car model requires specially designed and adjusted molds and positioning devices, resulting in poor flexibility and versatility of the production line. In addition, since each car model requires independent hemming and welding stations, the floor space of the entire production line increases significantly. This is especially true when multiple car models are involved, making the factory's space requirements extremely large. To adapt to the need for multi-car model co-production, the company has to invest more resources in equipment adjustment and mold replacement. Each time a car model is changed, the corresponding equipment needs to be readjusted or replaced, increasing production preparation time and material costs, further increasing production costs.
[0042] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose an automotive sunroof processing platform and automotive sunroof processing equipment to solve the problem of equipment universalization for multiple vehicle models.
[0043] Please see Figures 1 to 3 In one embodiment of this utility model, the automotive sunroof processing platform 100 includes a worktable 1, a rotary table 2, a mold assembly 3, and a positioning mechanism. The rotary table 2 is rotatably mounted on the worktable 1. There are multiple mold assemblies 3, all of which are connected to the rotary table 2 and are arranged circumferentially along the rotary table 2. The side of the mold assembly 3 away from the rotary table 2 is used to abut against the sunroof edging area 310 of the roof 300. The positioning mechanism includes a bracket 41 and a limiting member 42. The bracket 41 is connected to the limiting member 42. The bracket 41 is movably mounted on the worktable 1 so that the bracket 41 can drive the limiting member 42 to abut against the roof 300 to restrict the movement of the roof 300 relative to the mold assembly 3. The bracket 41 can abut against the side of the roof 300 facing the worktable 1.
[0044] In this embodiment of the invention, the workbench 1 serves as the basic support platform for the entire automotive sunroof processing platform 100, possessing sufficient strength and rigidity to support key components such as the rotary table 2, mold components 3, and positioning mechanisms. The mold components 3 support the sunroof edging area 310 of the roof 300 and assist the rolling robot 230 in folding and pressing the sunroof edging area 310 of the roof 300 to form an edging. Multiple mold components 3 are arranged circumferentially along the rotary table 2, each corresponding to the shape and size of the sunroof edging area 310 of different vehicle models, thus ensuring the accuracy of the rolling process. The rotary table 2 carries multiple mold components 3 for different vehicle models and allows for switching between different mold components 3 through rotation, facilitating the rolling operation of sunroofs on different vehicle models and effectively improving the versatility and compatibility of the automotive sunroof processing equipment 200. The limiting component 42 on the positioning mechanism is used to clamp and fix the roof 300 to prevent it from shifting during welding or rolling. The bracket 41 is movably installed on the worktable 1 and can automatically or manually adjust the clamping position according to the size changes of the roof 300 of different models, thereby achieving flexible positioning to meet diverse product needs. In addition, the bracket 41 can assist the mold assembly 3 in providing joint support for the roof 300, ensuring that the roof 300 remains stable during processing, reducing processing errors caused by offset and vibration, thereby improving the consistency and stability of product quality.
[0045] The technical solution of this utility model, by employing multiple mold components 3 arranged circumferentially along the rotary table 2, combined with the rotatable rotary table 2 structure, enables the completion of welding and hemming operations for 300mm sunroofs of various car models on the same equipment, significantly improving the versatility and compatibility of the equipment. The rotary table 2 can drive different mold components 3 to rotate to the processing position, avoiding the frequent changes of the entire tooling set and adjustments to the production line layout in traditional production lines, greatly shortening changeover time and improving production continuity. The integration of multiple mold components 3 onto a single rotary platform avoids the massive overhead and welding stations required for each car model in traditional methods. The space requirements are effectively reduced, significantly decreasing the overall floor space and production costs of the production line. It is suitable for factory environments where multiple car models are produced on the same line. The positioning mechanism is movably installed on the workbench 1 and can be adjusted in position according to the size of the roof 300 of different car models, thereby achieving precise clamping and positioning of the roof 300. This enhances the equipment's adaptability to different car model roofs 300, giving the equipment stronger flexible production capabilities and meeting diverse product demands. The overall structure of the automotive roof sunroof processing platform 100 is modular, with clearly defined functional zones, which facilitates integration with robotic handling, welding, and hemming systems, making it easy to achieve fully automated production lines.
[0046] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2In one embodiment, each mold assembly 3 includes a mold 31, a first positioning member 32, and a second positioning member 33. The mold 31, the first positioning member 32, and the second positioning member 33 are all connected to the rotary table 2. The first positioning member 32 and the second positioning member 33 are respectively located on opposite sides of the mold 31 along a first direction. The side of the mold 31 furthest from the rotary table 2 is used to abut against the skylight edging area 310 of the ceiling 300. Specifically, as shown... Figure 1 As shown, the first direction is the left-right direction. Each mold 31 corresponds to the shape and size of the sunroof edging area 310 of different car models, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the hemming process. The first positioning component 32 and the second positioning component 33 are respectively set on opposite sides of the mold 31 in the left-right direction, working in conjunction with the subsequent positioning mechanism to form a dual positioning system. This effectively prevents the roof 300 from shifting during the hemming or welding process, significantly improving processing accuracy and product consistency. The first positioning component 32 and the second positioning component 33 can quickly complete the initial positioning after the roof 300 is placed. The operator does not need to repeatedly adjust the position of the roof 300 before proceeding to the next clamping process, greatly shortening the positioning time and increasing the production cycle. The distance between the first positioning component 32 and the second positioning component 33 can be flexibly configured according to the width of the roof 300 of different car models. This embodiment does not limit this. In this embodiment, for ease of manufacturing and installation, the first positioning component 32 and the second positioning component 33 have the same structure.
[0047] Please see Figures 1 to 3 In one embodiment, the number of mold components 3 is four, with two mold components 3 respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table 2 along the second direction, and the remaining two mold components 3 respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table 2 along the third direction, wherein the first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are perpendicular to each other; specifically, as shown in the example... Figure 1 As shown, the second direction is the up-down direction, and the third direction is the front-back direction. The four mold components 3 can be adapted to the roof 300 products of four different car models, which can minimize the production space. The four mold components 3 are independently installed in designated directions, located at the upper, lower, front, and rear ends of the rotary table 2, forming a symmetrical arrangement. The mold components 3 can be switched by rotating the rotary table 2 by 90°, which helps to perform unified path programming and tool calls, thereby reducing control complexity and improving automation. Moreover, each mold component 3 is set independently, which is convenient for individual debugging, replacement or upgrade, without affecting the normal use of other mold components 3. Furthermore, the four mold components 3 are integrated into one rotary platform, avoiding the huge space requirements caused by setting up separate hemming and welding stations for each car model in the traditional way. This effectively reduces the overall floor space and production cost of the production line. The expected usable area is about 1 / 4 of the original, and the production cost is about 1 / 3 of the original, which is suitable for factory environments where multiple car models are produced on the same line.
[0048] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, each mold component 3 is detachably connected to the rotary table 2. Specifically, the detachable connection between the mold component 3 and the rotary table 2 allows operators to quickly replace the mold component 3. When a mold component 3 is worn or damaged, it can be quickly removed from the rotary table 2 for repair or replacement without affecting the normal use of other mold components 3. This reduces material and manufacturing costs during long-term use and improves equipment availability. When it is necessary to add compatibility with new car models, only one mold component 3 on the rotary table 2 needs to be removed, and then a new mold component can be connected to the existing rotary table 2 for replacement. There is no need to reconstruct the entire equipment, which improves equipment utilization and economy, and enhances the technical scalability and adaptability of the production line. In this embodiment, the detachable connection between each mold component 3 and the rotary table 2 can be achieved by screwing or snapping, and this embodiment does not limit this.
[0049] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the workbench 1 includes a base 11 and a support frame 12 connected to each other. The rotary table 2 is rotatably mounted on the support frame 12. A clearance space 8 is formed between the rotary table 2 and the base 11 to allow the mold assembly 3 to pass. The positioning mechanism is movably mounted on the base 11. Specifically, by setting the support frame 12, the rotary table 2 is raised, and a clearance space 8 is formed between the rotary table 2 and the base 11. The clearance space 8 provides sufficient rotation path space for mold assemblies 3 of different sizes and shapes, enabling the equipment to adapt to the welding and rolling operations of more car roofs 300. It ensures that the mold assembly 3 will not collide or rub against the base 11 during rotation, which helps to extend the service life of the equipment and improve the safety and reliability of the equipment operation. At the same time, the clearance space 8 formed under the rotary table 2 also provides convenient operating space for daily maintenance, cleaning or replacement of the mold assembly 3, improving the maintainability of the equipment.
[0050] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2In one embodiment, the automotive sunroof processing platform 100 further includes a first driving component 9. The first driving component 9 is connected to the worktable 1 and is also connected to the rotary table 2 via a transmission connection, so that the first driving component 9 can drive the rotary table 2 to rotate relative to the worktable 1. Specifically, by setting the first driving component 9, the rotary table 2 can be automatically controlled, enabling rapid and precise switching between different mold components 3, reducing manual intervention, significantly shortening changeover time, and improving production cycle time and equipment intelligence level. Furthermore, the first driving component 9 can be linked with the conveying and fixing robot 220, the rolling robot 230, the welding robot 240, and the conveying robot 210 to construct a complete automated processing flow and improve overall production line efficiency. In this embodiment, the first driving component 9 can be a servo motor or other device that can drive the rotary table 2 to rotate, as is the case in this embodiment.
[0051] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the number of positioning mechanisms is multiple; the multiple positioning mechanisms include a first positioning mechanism 4 and a second positioning mechanism 5, which are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable 1 along a first direction; and / or, the multiple positioning mechanisms include a third positioning mechanism 6 and a fourth positioning mechanism 7, which are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable 1 along a third direction; specifically, in this embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, the first direction is the left-right direction, and the third direction is the front-back direction. The first positioning mechanism 4 and the second positioning mechanism 5 are arranged opposite each other on both sides of the worktable in the left-right direction, and the third positioning mechanism 6 and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 are arranged opposite each other on both sides of the worktable in the front-back direction, thereby forming a stable clamping force on the roof 300, effectively preventing the roof 300 from shifting or shaking during welding or rolling, and improving processing accuracy and product consistency. The positions of the first positioning mechanism 4, the second positioning mechanism 5, the third positioning mechanism 6 and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 can all be slidably adjusted, so that the equipment can adapt to roof 300 products of different widths or shapes, and realize the welding and rolling operations of roof 300 sunroofs of multiple car models on the same equipment, significantly improving the versatility, flexibility and compatibility of the equipment. In this embodiment, the number of the first positioning mechanism 4, the second positioning mechanism 5, the third positioning mechanism 6, and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 can be selected according to the size and shape of the roof 300 of different vehicle models, and this embodiment does not limit this. In this embodiment, the number of the first positioning mechanism 4 and the second positioning mechanism 5 is one, and the number of the third positioning mechanism 6 and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 is two and they are set in a one-to-one correspondence. Combined with the first positioning component 32 and the second positioning component 33 in the mold assembly 3, the eight-point positioning of the roof 300 is realized, which effectively improves the processing accuracy and the consistency of the finished product.
[0052] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first positioning mechanism 4 and the second positioning mechanism 5 are spaced apart on the worktable 1 in the left-right direction, so that the two first positioning mechanisms 4 and the second positioning mechanism 5 can respectively abut against the two sides of the canopy 300 that are arranged opposite to each other in the left-right direction, thereby restricting the movement of the canopy 300 relative to the mold assembly 3.
[0053] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the third positioning mechanism 6 and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 are spaced apart on the worktable 1 in the front-back direction, so that the third positioning mechanism 6 and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 can respectively abut against the two sides of the canopy 300 that are arranged opposite to each other in the front-back direction, thereby restricting the movement of the canopy 300 relative to the mold assembly 3.
[0054] In this embodiment, for ease of manufacturing and installation, the first positioning mechanism 4, the second positioning mechanism 5, the third positioning mechanism 6, and the fourth positioning mechanism 7 have the same structure.
[0055] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, a guide rail 110 is provided on the workbench 1, and a slider 120 is provided on the bracket 41. The automotive sunroof processing platform 100 also includes a second driving member 130. The slider 120 is slidably engaged with the guide rail 110. The second driving member 130 is connected to the workbench 1 and is drive-connected to the bracket 41, so that the second driving member 130 can drive the slider 120 to move relative to the guide rail 110 through the bracket 41. Specifically, the second driving member 130 drives the slider 120 to move along the guide rail 110 through the drive connection, thereby controlling the bracket 41 to move closer to or further away from the sunroof 300. The automated control of the clamping action reduces manual intervention and improves production efficiency. The bracket 41 can be adjusted on the guide rail 110 via the slider 120 to adapt to canopy 300 products of different widths or shapes, enabling production of multiple models without changing the fixture, thus improving equipment versatility. Furthermore, the slider 120 and guide rail 110 adopt a high-precision sliding fit structure, combined with the second drive component 130, to achieve high repeatability positioning accuracy, ensuring consistent clamping position each time and improving product quality stability. The slider 120 and guide rail 110 have a simple structure, are easy to disassemble and assemble, and are convenient for maintenance, facilitating standardized production and subsequent debugging. In this embodiment, the second drive component 130 can be a servo cylinder, motor, electric telescopic rod, or other device capable of linear motion found in existing structures; this embodiment does not limit this to such devices.
[0056] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the workbench 1 and the support 41 can adopt linear guide rails, dovetail groove guide structures, linear bearings and optical axis guide structures to achieve sliding fit.
[0057] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5This utility model also proposes an automotive sunroof processing equipment 200, which includes a conveying and fixing robot 220, a rolling robot 230, a welding robot 240, and an automotive sunroof processing platform 100. The specific structure of the automotive sunroof processing platform 100 is as described in the above embodiments. Since this automotive sunroof processing equipment 200 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here. Among them, the conveying and fixing robot 220 is used to convey the reinforcing member 400 to the roof 300 and restrict the movement of the reinforcing member 400 relative to the roof 300; the rolling robot 230 is used to perform edging processing on the sunroof edging area 310 of the roof 300; the welding robot 240 is used to perform welding processing on the sunroof welding area 320 of the roof 300; the rolling robot 230 and the welding robot 240 are arranged along the circumference of the worktable 1. Specifically, the car roof sunroof processing platform 100 supports and positions the car roof 300 to be processed, providing a stable foundation for subsequent hemming and welding operations; the conveying and fixing robot 220 is installed around the workbench 1, possessing multi-degree-of-freedom motion capabilities, capable of transporting the reinforcing member 400 from the material rack to a designated position on the roof 300, and maintaining its movement to restrict the movement of the reinforcing member 400 relative to the roof 300, thereby achieving the positioning of the reinforcing member 400; the hemming robot 230 is located on one side of the workbench 1, and is equipped with special roller tools, capable of... The sunroof edging area 310 of the roof 300 undergoes high-precision roll forming. The roll forming mold assembly 3 used by the roll forming robot 230 offers improved process simplification and versatility compared to traditional edging molds, significantly reducing the cost of manufacturing, maintaining, and replacing the mold assembly 3. This is particularly beneficial for multi-model production, drastically lowering production costs. The welding robot 240, located near the workbench 1, can be equipped with a laser welding gun or an arc welding gun to perform high-quality welding operations on key welding areas of the sunroof area of the roof 300. All robots and the automotive roof sunroof processing platform 100 have collaborative control capabilities. All equipment operates in conjunction with a unified control system, ensuring that multiple processes such as handling, clamping, roll forming, and welding can be completed at a single workstation. This improves production line integration and operational efficiency. Many operations are automatically performed by robots, significantly reducing reliance on manual operation, improving production stability and consistency. Furthermore, integrating roll forming and welding functions at the same workstation eliminates the need for separate workstations for different processes, significantly saving workshop space and improving site utilization. The 200 automotive sunroof processing equipment supports switching between multiple mold components and parameter adjustments, enabling it to adapt to different car model sunroof products, thus improving the equipment's adaptability and flexibility. Each functional module is independently and centrally arranged, facilitating daily inspection, maintenance, and program updates.In this embodiment, when performing hemming and welding processes on roofs 300 for various car models, the conveying and fixing robot 220, hemming robot 230, and welding robot 240 are shared equipment. When changing roofs 300 for different car models, only the corresponding mold component 3 needs to be replaced, which can minimize costs.
[0058] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment, the automotive sunroof processing equipment 200 also includes a conveying robot 210, which is used to transport the sunroof 300 to a position where it can contact or separate from the mold assembly 3. Specifically, the conveying robot 210 can be set around the workbench 1 or near the automotive sunroof processing platform 100, and has multi-degree-of-freedom motion capability, enabling it to flexibly transport the sunroof 300 between different positions. The conveying robot 210 can transport the sunroof 300 from the loading area to the processing platform and place it on the mold assembly 3, so that the sunroof 300 and the mold assembly 3 form a stable contact. The conveying robot 210 is also used to remove the processed sunroof 300 from the mold assembly 3 to achieve automatic unloading, and finally remove it from the production station. The 210 conveying robot can replace traditional manual handling and clamping operations, significantly reducing labor intensity and improving production efficiency. After the introduction of the 210 conveying robot, the entire set of equipment realizes full-process automated control from ceiling 300 handling, positioning, hemming, welding to unloading, reducing the uncertainty caused by human factors and helping to achieve long-term continuous and stable operation.
[0059] The conveying and fixing robot 220, the hemming robot 230, the welding robot 240, and the conveying robot 210 involved in this embodiment are all conventional equipment in the prior art. Their specific structures and working principles have been widely mastered by those skilled in the art, so this specification will not describe them in detail.
[0060] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A processing platform for automotive sunroofs, characterized in that, The automotive sunroof processing platform includes: Workbench; A rotary table, which is rotatably mounted on the worktable; The mold assembly is a plurality of mold assemblies, each of which is connected to the rotary table and arranged circumferentially along the rotary table. The side of the mold assembly away from the rotary table is used to abut against the skylight edging area of the ceiling. A positioning mechanism, comprising a bracket and a limiting member, wherein the bracket is connected to the limiting member and is movably mounted on the worktable so that the bracket can drive the limiting member to abut against the canopy to restrict the movement of the canopy relative to the mold assembly, and the bracket can abut against the side of the canopy facing the worktable.
2. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the mold components includes a mold, a first positioning component, and a second positioning component. The mold, the first positioning component, and the second positioning component are all connected to the rotary table. The first positioning component and the second positioning component are respectively located on two sides of the mold that are arranged opposite to each other along a first direction. The side of the mold away from the rotary table is used to abut against the skylight edging area of the ceiling.
3. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The number of mold assemblies is four, with two mold assemblies respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table along the second direction, and the remaining two mold assemblies respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the rotary table along the third direction, wherein the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.
4. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the mold components is detachably connected to the rotary table.
5. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The workbench includes a base and a support frame connected to each other. The rotary table is rotatably mounted on the support frame. A clearance space is formed between the rotary table and the base to avoid the mold assembly. The positioning mechanism is movably mounted on the base.
6. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The automotive sunroof processing platform also includes a first driving component, which is connected to the worktable and is drively connected to the rotary table, so that the first driving component can drive the rotary table to rotate relative to the worktable.
7. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The number of the positioning mechanisms is multiple; The plurality of positioning mechanisms include a first positioning mechanism and a second positioning mechanism, wherein the first positioning mechanism and the second positioning mechanism are disposed opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable along a first direction; And / or, The plurality of positioning mechanisms include a third positioning mechanism and a fourth positioning mechanism, which are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the worktable along a third direction.
8. The automotive sunroof processing platform as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The workbench is provided with a guide rail, and the bracket is provided with a slider. The automotive sunroof processing platform also includes a second driving component. The slider is slidably engaged with the guide rail. The second driving component is connected to the workbench and is drively connected to the bracket, so that the second driving component can drive the slider to move relative to the guide rail through the bracket.
9. A processing equipment for automobile sunroofs, characterized in that, The automotive sunroof processing equipment includes an automotive sunroof processing platform as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, and the automotive sunroof processing equipment further includes: A conveying and securing robot is used to convey the reinforcement to the ceiling and restrict the movement of the reinforcement relative to the ceiling; A rolling edge robot is used to perform edging processing on the skylight edging area of the ceiling. A welding robot is used to perform welding processing on the skylight welding area of the roof. The hemming robot and the welding robot are arranged circumferentially along the worktable.
10. The automotive sunroof processing equipment as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The automotive sunroof processing equipment also includes a transport robot, which is used to transport the sunroof to a position where it can contact or separate from the mold assembly.