A visual fixture storage device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a visual fixture storage device for storing fixtures, comprising: a fixture with a graphic code on its bottom; a storage chamber for storing the fixture; and an identification unit for identifying the type of fixture within the storage chamber. The identification unit includes: a pressure switch; a light-emitting element; and a graphic code identification device for identifying the graphic code on the fixture. The graphic code identification device is externally connected to a computer. The pressure switch, light-emitting element, and graphic code identification device in the identification unit are electrically connected. When the pressure switch is triggered by the fixture, the identification unit circuit is closed, and the light-emitting element and graphic code identification device are connected. When the light-emitting element emits light, the graphic code identification device identifies the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture. This utility model can identify fixtures and record the number of times each fixture has been used, using visible light to provide feedback on the fixture's usage status, facilitating immediate access to fixture information for production line personnel.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of jig storage technology, and in particular to a visual jig storage device. Background Technology

[0002] In discrete manufacturing, fixtures are critical process equipment, and their management efficiency directly impacts production line performance. Currently, manufacturing companies typically store fixtures using centralized shelving or ordinary lockers, relying on manual recording of storage and retrieval information. This management method suffers from problems such as delayed information updates and limited positioning efficiency, which can easily lead to fixture misuse or wasted positioning time, especially in scenarios involving multi-variety, small-batch production.

[0003] Existing technologies include fixture management solutions using RFID tags, which collect electronic tag information through readers. However, this solution requires embedding a chip in each fixture, and the implementation cost increases linearly with the number of fixtures. Furthermore, interference from the radio frequency signal caused by metal fixtures can lead to identification failures, and reliability decreases in strong electromagnetic environments such as machining workshops. Another solution attempts to affix barcodes to the surface of the fixtures, but this requires manual scanning by operators, increasing process cycle time.

[0004] For frequently used jigs, lifespan monitoring typically relies on periodic manual inspections. This discrete inspection method cannot reflect the actual usage frequency of individual jigs in real time, potentially leading to jigs exceeding their service life not being replaced in a timely manner. Existing storage devices also lack intuitive indication of the status of jigs in service, requiring production line personnel to rely on external systems to query jig information. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the above situation and to overcome the defects of the prior art, this utility model provides a visual fixture storage device. This utility model can identify fixtures and record the number of times the corresponding fixtures are used. It uses visible light to provide feedback on the usage status of the fixtures, so that production line personnel can obtain fixture information in real time.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] This utility model provides a visual fixture storage device for storing fixtures, comprising:

[0008] A graphic code, which is set on the bottom of the fixture, is used to identify the fixture information;

[0009] Multiple storage compartments for storing the fixture;

[0010] An identification unit, disposed on the bottom wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber, is used to identify the type of fixture inside the storage chamber; the identification unit includes:

[0011] A pressure switch is used to control the circuit connection state of the identification unit;

[0012] A light-emitting element, which is used to emit light that can be reflected by the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture;

[0013] A graphic code recognition device is used to recognize graphic codes on the fixture; the graphic code recognition device is externally connected to a computer.

[0014] in,

[0015] The pressure switch and the light-emitting element in the identification unit are electrically connected to the graphic encoding identification device;

[0016] When the pressure switch is triggered by the fixture, the identification unit circuit is in a closed state, and the light-emitting element and the graphic encoding identification device are in a connected state.

[0017] When the light-emitting element emits light, the graphic encoding recognition device is used to recognize the graphic encoding on the bottom of the fixture.

[0018] Furthermore, the bottom wall of the storage chamber is provided with a first groove;

[0019] The light-emitting element and the graphic encoding recognition device of the recognition unit are disposed in the first groove.

[0020] Furthermore, the bottom wall of the storage chamber is provided with a second groove;

[0021] The pressure switch is disposed in the second groove, and the top of the pressure switch is higher than the bottom wall surface of the storage chamber.

[0022] in,

[0023] When the fixture presses against the pressure switch, the bottom of the fixture can contact the bottom wall of the storage chamber.

[0024] Furthermore, the bottom of the fixture is provided with a third groove, and the third groove is provided with a graphic code for identifying the fixture information;

[0025] in,

[0026] When the fixture is placed in the storage chamber, the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture is located above the graphic code recognition device.

[0027] Furthermore, it further includes:

[0028] Status indicator lights are located on the surface of the storage chamber, and their illumination is controlled by a computer.

[0029] in,

[0030] When the fixture is placed in the storage chamber, the status indicator light is illuminated.

[0031] Furthermore, the status indicator light is located on the top wall of the storage chamber.

[0032] Furthermore, the status indicator light can emit light of at least two colors.

[0033] Furthermore, the status indicator light can emit green and red visible light;

[0034] The computer can count the number of times the fixture enters the storage room;

[0035] When the number of times the fixture enters the storage chamber is no greater than a set value, the light emitted by the status indicator light is green visible light;

[0036] When the number of times the fixture enters the storage chamber exceeds a set value, the status indicator light emits red visible light.

[0037] This utility model has at least the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0038] This invention employs a fixture structure with a graphic code on the bottom, which can carry fixture identification information. It also incorporates an identification unit including a pressure-sensitive switch, a light-emitting element, and a graphic code recognition device. This identification unit achieves circuit connection through pressure-triggered operation. Furthermore, an electrically connected circuit design ensures that the identification function is automatically activated when the fixture is pressed. Overall, this invention can automatically identify the type information of the fixture during storage, reducing manual intervention.

[0039] This invention employs a computer-controlled status indicator light structure, with the indicator light positioned on the surface of the storage chamber. It also utilizes a linkage mechanism that activates the indicator light when a fixture is placed inside. Overall, this structure provides a visual indication of the fixture's position, facilitating quick confirmation of the storage status by on-site personnel.

[0040] This invention employs a dual-color light indicator scheme, where a green light indicates usage frequency within a set value, and a red light indicates usage frequency exceeding the set value. It also utilizes a computer-based function to record the number of times the fixture is accessed. Overall, this structure visually reflects the fixture's lifespan status through color changes, providing a basis for maintenance decisions. Attached Figure Description

[0041] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0042] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the usage state of a visual fixture storage device according to the present invention (the circuit connection state between electronic components is not shown in the figure).

[0043] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage chamber of this utility model (the circuit connection between electronic components is not shown in the figure).

[0044] Figure 3 This is a front view of the structural schematic diagram of the storage chamber of this utility model (the circuit connection between electronic components is not shown in the figure).

[0045] Figure 4 This is a top view of the structural diagram of the bottom wall of the storage chamber of this utility model (the circuit connection between electronic components is not shown in the figure).

[0046] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixture of this utility model;

[0047] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the structural schematic diagram of the fixture of this utility model.

[0048] Figure label:

[0049] 1- Fixture; 11- Third groove;

[0050] 2-Storage chamber; 21-First groove; 22-Second groove;

[0051] 3-Identification unit; 31-Press switch; 32-Light-emitting element; 33-Graphic code recognition device;

[0052] 4-Status indicator lights. Detailed Implementation

[0053] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0054] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are exemplary and intended to provide further illustration of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0055] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0056] In this utility model, terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "side", and "bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only used to facilitate the description of the structural relationship between the various parts or elements of this utility model and do not specifically refer to any part or element in this utility model. They should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0057] In this utility model, terms such as "fixed", "connected", and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, indicating that it can be a fixed connection, an integral connection, or a detachable connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For relevant scientific researchers or technicians in this field, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be determined according to the specific circumstances, and should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0058] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below.

[0059] This utility model discloses a visual fixture storage device, which is composed of multiple storage chambers 2 arranged in a certain spatial order. An identification unit 3 is provided on the bottom wall of the inner cavity of each storage chamber 2. The identification unit 3 identifies the type of fixture 1 by scanning the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture 1 and feeds the identification information back to a computer, which counts the number of times the fixture 1 enters and exits the storage chamber 2. Based on the number of times the fixture 1 enters and exits the storage chamber 2, the computer can control the working state of the status indicator light 4. When there is no fixture 1 in the storage chamber 2, the status indicator light 4 inside the storage chamber 2 remains off; when there is a fixture 1 in the storage chamber 2, the status indicator light 4 inside the storage chamber 2 emits green or red light depending on the status of the fixture 1: when the number of times the fixture 1 enters and exits the storage chamber 2 is less than a set value, the light emitted by the status indicator light 4 is green visible light; when the number of times the fixture 1 enters and exits the storage chamber 2 is greater than the set value, the light emitted by the status indicator light 4 is red visible light.

[0060] The specific details of this embodiment are as follows:

[0061] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram illustrating the usage state of a visual fixture storage device according to this embodiment. The circuit connections between the identification unit 3, status indicator light 4, and computer in this embodiment are existing technologies in the field; therefore, the circuit connections between related electronic components are not shown in this figure. As can be seen from the figure, multiple storage chambers 2 are arranged in an array to form a visual fixture storage device capable of storing multiple fixtures 1. In this embodiment, the storage chamber 2 is a hollow box with an opening; in other embodiments, the storage chamber 2 can be a specific space enclosed by a frame, without the need for side walls. In this embodiment, all storage chambers 2 are of the same size; in other embodiments, the sizes of each storage chamber 2 can be different, thereby accommodating fixtures 1 of more specifications.

[0062] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of storage chamber 2 in this embodiment; Figure 3 This is a front view of the structural schematic diagram of storage chamber 2 in this embodiment; Figure 4 This is a top view of the structural diagram of the inner cavity bottom wall of the storage chamber 2 in this embodiment. The circuit connections between the identification unit 3, the status indicator light 4, and the computer in this embodiment are existing technologies in the art; therefore, the circuit connection status between the relevant electronic components is not shown in this figure. As can be seen from the figure, a first groove 21 and a second groove 22 are machined on the inner cavity bottom wall of the storage chamber 2.

[0063] The first groove 21 houses the light-emitting element 32 and the graphic code recognition device 33. Therefore, the light-emitting element 32 and the graphic code recognition device 33 are recessed to prevent displacement due to external impact. The second groove 22 is used to install the pressure switch 31. The top of the pressure switch 31 protrudes from the bottom wall surface of the storage chamber 2. When the fixture 1 presses the switch 31, the bottom of the fixture 1 forms a stable contact surface with the bottom wall of the storage chamber 2.

[0064] The pressure switch 31, the light-emitting element 32, and the graphic encoding recognition device 33 are connected by a circuit to form the recognition unit 3. The pressure switch 31 controls the on / off state of the circuit in the recognition unit 3; the light-emitting element 32 emits recognition light towards the bottom of the fixture 1; and the graphic encoding recognition device 33 decodes the graphic encoding information on the bottom of the fixture 1 and transmits the information to an external computer. When the fixture 1 is placed in the storage chamber 2 and the pressure switch 31 is activated, the circuit closes, energizing the light-emitting element 32 and the graphic encoding recognition device 33. At this time, the light-emitting element 32 illuminates the graphic encoding on the bottom of the fixture 1, and the graphic encoding recognition device 33 collects the reflected light for decoding.

[0065] In addition, in this embodiment, a status indicator light 4 is installed on the top wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber 2; in other embodiments, the status indicator light 4 can also be installed on the side wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber 2 or on the outside of the storage chamber 2. The status indicator light 4 is controlled by a computer. When the fixture 1 is inserted, the status indicator light 4 is activated to provide a visual indication of its in-situ status. In this embodiment, the status indicator light 4 is equipped with a dual-color light-emitting module, which can output green and red visible light. The computer counts the number of times the fixture 1 is accessed; when the number does not exceed a set value, the green light is activated; when the number exceeds the set value, the red light is switched on. This design conveys the lifespan status information of the fixture 1 through color differences. In other embodiments, the status indicator light 4 can also be equipped with a multi-color light-emitting module, as long as it can change the color of the status indicator light 4 according to the number of times the fixture 1 is accessed, thereby realizing the transmission of the lifespan status information of the fixture 1 using visible light signals.

[0066] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixture of this utility model; Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the structural diagram of the fixture of this utility model. As can be seen from the figure, a third groove 11 is formed at the bottom of the fixture 1, which is used to fix a graphic code. This graphic code can be a QR code or a barcode, etc. When the fixture 1 is placed in position, the graphic code in the third groove 11 is located directly above the graphic code recognition device 33, maintaining a constant recognition distance. This facilitates the graphic code recognition device 33 in recognizing the graphic code at the bottom of the fixture 1.

[0067] In this embodiment, simply place the fixture 1 in the storage chamber 2. The identification unit 3 in the storage chamber 2 will identify the type of fixture 1 and send the information back to an external computer. The computer will then count the number of times the fixture 1 enters and exits the storage chamber 2, i.e., the number of times the fixture 1 is used. Based on the statistics, when the number of times the fixture 1 is used is not greater than a set value, the computer control status indicator 4 will light up green; when the number of times the fixture 1 is used is greater than the set value, the computer control status indicator 4 will light up red.

[0068] Overall, this invention employs a combination of a graphic code on the bottom of the fixture 1 and an identification unit 3 within the storage chamber 2, along with the triggering mechanism of the pressure switch 31 and the dual-color feedback of the status indicator 4, to form an automated identification and status indication system. This solution helps reduce the frequency of manual recording operations, provides real-time visual information on the fixture 1's position and lifespan, and has a positive effect on improving fixture management efficiency.

[0069] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A visual fixture storage device for storing fixtures (1), characterized in that, include: A graphic code is set at the bottom of the fixture (1) to identify information about the fixture (1); Multiple storage chambers (2) for storing the fixture (1); An identification unit (3) is disposed on the bottom wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2) for identifying the type of the fixture (1) inside the storage chamber (2); the identification unit (3) includes: A pressure switch (31) is used to control the circuit connection state of the identification unit (3); A light-emitting element (32) is used to emit light that can be reflected by the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture (1); A graphic encoding recognition device (33) is used to recognize the graphic encoding on the fixture (1); the graphic encoding recognition device (33) is externally connected to a computer; in, The pressure switch (31) in the identification unit (3) and the light-emitting element (32) are electrically connected to the graphic encoding identification device (33); When the pressure switch (31) is triggered by the fixture (1), the circuit of the identification unit (3) is closed, and the light-emitting element (32) and the graphic encoding identification device (33) are connected. When the light-emitting element (32) emits light, the graphic encoding recognition device (33) is used to recognize the graphic encoding on the bottom of the fixture (1).

2. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2) is provided with a first groove (21); The light-emitting element (32) of the identification unit (3) and the graphic encoding identification device (33) are disposed in the first groove (21).

3. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2) is provided with a second groove (22); The pressure switch (31) is disposed in the second groove (22), and the top of the pressure switch (31) is higher than the bottom wall surface of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2); in, When the fixture (1) presses against the pressure switch (31), the bottom of the fixture (1) can touch the bottom wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2).

4. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the fixture (1) is provided with a third groove (11), and the third groove (11) is provided with a graphic code for identifying information of the fixture (1); in, When the fixture (1) is placed inside the storage chamber (2), the graphic code on the bottom of the fixture (1) is located above the graphic code recognition device (33).

5. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Further includes: Status indicator light (4) is located on the surface of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2), and its illumination state is controlled by a computer; in, When the fixture (1) is placed in the storage chamber (2), the status indicator (4) is lit.

6. The visual fixture storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The status indicator light (4) is located on the top wall of the inner cavity of the storage chamber (2).

7. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The status indicator (4) can emit light of at least two colors.

8. The visualization fixture storage device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The status indicator (4) can emit green visible light and red visible light; The computer can count the number of times the fixture (1) enters the storage room (2); When the number of times the fixture (1) enters the storage chamber (2) is no greater than a set value, the light emitted by the status indicator (4) is green visible light; When the number of times the fixture (1) enters the storage chamber (2) exceeds a set value, the light emitted by the status indicator (4) is red visible light.

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