Automatic placement module and automatic placement equipment for ribbon cables

Abstract

This application relates to an automatic placement module and automatic placement equipment for ribbon cables. The automatic placement module includes a connection module and a control module. The control module is disposed within the connection module and includes multiple linear drive components and a number of pickup components equal to the number of linear drive components. The pickup components are drively connected to the linear drive components. The multiple linear drive components are arranged in multiple directions on the connection module. The pickup components are used to pick up the ribbon cables, and each pickup component can move a preset distance in each direction under the drive of the linear drive components. The automatic placement module and automatic placement equipment of this application can be used for the assembly and bonding of multi-branch ribbon cables in electronic products, thereby reducing the consumption of human resources.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automation equipment technology, and in particular to an automatic mounting module and automatic mounting equipment for ribbon cables. Background Technology

[0002] In electronic product manufacturing, assembling multi-branch ribbon cables presents numerous technical challenges. These cables have complex and compact structures; due to their small overall size, precise placement of multiple branches within a limited space is crucial. The bonding accuracy must typically be controlled within extremely fine parameters to ensure assembly quality and stable electrical performance. Compared to single-branch ribbon cables, multi-branch ribbon cables require simultaneous consideration of the positioning and securing of each branch, significantly increasing the operational difficulty. Furthermore, the spacing between the bonding modules of each branch is usually small, and even slight errors can lead to interference.

[0003] Currently, no automated mounting equipment suitable for the aforementioned ribbon cables has been found in the relevant technologies. Therefore, manual mounting is usually used. However, manual methods require a large amount of manpower to meet the needs of mass production of electronic products. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above, it is necessary to provide an automatic mounting module and automatic mounting equipment for ribbon cables, which can be used for the assembly and bonding of multi-branch ribbon cables in electronic products, thereby reducing the consumption of human resources.

[0005] This application first provides an automatic mounting module for ribbon cables, including a connection module and a control module. The control module is disposed in the connection module. The control module includes multiple linear drive components and a number of pickup components that are the same as the number of linear drive components. The pickup components are connected to the linear drive components in a transmission manner. The multiple linear drive components are arranged in multiple directions in the connection module. The pickup components are used to pick up ribbon cables, and each pickup component can move a preset distance in each direction under the drive of the linear drive components.

[0006] In some embodiments, the connection module includes a first connector, a second connector, and at least one slide rail component. The first connector is slidably connected to the second connector via the slide rail component. Multiple linear drive components are arranged on the first connector in multiple directions.

[0007] In some embodiments, the connection module further includes a plurality of elastic connectors, wherein the first connector is flexibly connected to the second connector via the elastic connectors.

[0008] In some embodiments, the connection module further includes a buffer disposed between the first connector and the second connector.

[0009] In some embodiments, the control module includes a first linear drive component, a second linear drive component, a third linear drive component, a fourth linear drive component, and a fifth linear drive component. The first linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a first direction, the second linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a second direction, the third linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a third direction, the fourth linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a fourth direction, and the fifth linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a fifth direction. The second direction is parallel to the first direction, the third direction is opposite to the first direction, the fourth direction is perpendicular to the first direction, and the fifth direction is perpendicular to both the first and fourth directions.

[0010] In some embodiments, the control module includes a first pickup component, a second pickup component, a third pickup component, a fourth pickup component, and a fifth pickup component; the first pickup component is used to pick up a first position of the ribbon cable and can move a first preset distance along a first direction under the drive of a first linear drive component; the second pickup component is used to pick up a second position of the ribbon cable and can move a second preset distance along a second direction under the drive of a second linear drive component; the third pickup component is used to pick up a third position of the ribbon cable and can move a third preset distance along a third direction under the drive of a third linear drive component; the fourth pickup component is used to pick up a fourth position of the ribbon cable and can move a fourth preset distance along a fourth direction under the drive of a fourth linear drive component; the fifth pickup component is used to pick up a fifth position of the ribbon cable and can move a fifth preset distance along a fifth direction under the drive of a fifth linear drive component.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first linear drive component, the second linear drive component, the third linear drive component, the fourth linear drive component, and the fifth linear drive component integrate pressure detection functionality; when the first pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the first linear drive component has a first pressure value; when the second pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the second linear drive component has a second pressure value; when the third pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the third linear drive component has a third pressure value; when the fourth pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the fourth linear drive component has a fourth pressure value; when the fifth pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the fifth linear drive component has a fifth pressure value; the first pressure value, the second pressure value, the third pressure value, the fourth pressure value, and the fifth pressure value are all less than the breaking strength value of the cable; when each pressure value is equal to or greater than the breaking strength value of the cable, each linear drive component stops driving each pickup component to move.

[0012] In some embodiments, the pickup component includes a pickup contact end that is flexible.

[0013] In some embodiments, the automatic placement module further includes a laser displacement sensor, which is disposed in the connection module.

[0014] In some embodiments, the connection module further includes a third connector disposed on the second connector, the third connector being used to connect the automatic placement module to the robotic arm.

[0015] This application also provides an automatic placement device, including a controller, a robotic arm, and an automatic placement module for ribbon cables according to any embodiment of this application. The robotic arm is connected to the automatic placement module, and the controller is electrically connected to the robotic arm and the automatic placement module. The controller is used to control the robotic arm to move the automatic placement module and to manipulate the automatic placement module to achieve automatic placement of ribbon cables.

[0016] In some embodiments, the automatic placement equipment further includes a CCD component electrically connected to a controller. The CCD component is used to acquire a position image of the ribbon cable, and the controller is also used to control the robotic arm to move the automatic placement module based on the position image and manipulate the automatic placement module to achieve automatic placement of the ribbon cable.

[0017] In the automatic placement module and automatic placement equipment of this application, the synchronous and precise movement of multi-branch ribbon cables is achieved through the cooperation of linear drive components arranged in multiple directions and pickup components, thereby solving the inefficiency problem caused by traditional manual step-by-step operation. Simultaneously, the systematized multi-directional collaborative control reduces the risk of interference between ribbon cable branches, and the multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment improves the precise bonding of ribbon cables in compact spaces. In other words, this application can be used for the assembly and bonding of multi-branch ribbon cables in electronic products. By replacing manual labor with automation, production speed and consistency can be improved, adapting to the needs of mass production, thereby reducing the consumption of human resources. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is an application scenario diagram of the automatic mounting module in this application mounting the ribbon cable to the product module.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the automatic mounting module according to an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a top view of the automatic mounting module according to an embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection module in an embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first connector in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second connector in an embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first picking component in an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second pickup component according to an embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third pickup component in an embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth pickup component in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fifth pickup component in an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one of the control modules in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 13 This is a top view of the first connecting body of the first connector in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic placement device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0033] 1. Automatic placement module; 11. Connection module; 12. Control module; 13. Laser displacement sensor; 2. Product module; 21. Ribbon cable; 111. First connector; 112. Second connector; 113. Third connector; 114. Slide rail component; 115. Elastic connector; 116. Buffer component; 117. Sliding component; 118. Mounting plate; 121. Linear drive component; 122. Pick-up component; 123. Connecting block; 1111. First connecting body; 1112. First connecting... 1120. Connecting post; 1121. Rotary hole; 1122. Second connecting body; 1123. Second connecting post; 1211. First linear drive component; 1212. Second linear drive component; 1213. Third linear drive component; 1214. Fourth linear drive component; 1215. Fifth linear drive component; 1221. First pickup component; 1222. Second pickup component; 1223. Third pickup component; 1224. Fourth pickup component; 1225. Fifth pickup component; 2210. First Pickup body; 2211, First contact end; 2212, First suction port; 2213, First placement area; 2220, Second pickup body; 2221, Second contact end; 2222, Second suction port; 2223, Second placement area; 2230, Third pickup body; 2231, Third contact end; 2232, Third suction port; 2233, Third placement area; 2240, Fourth pickup body; 2241, Fourth contact end; 2242, Fourth suction port; 2243, Fourth placement area Area; 2250, Fifth Pick-up Body; 2251, Fifth Contact End; 2252, Fifth Suction Hole; 2253, Fifth Placement Area; 1171, First Sliding Component; 1172, Second Sliding Component; 1173, Third Sliding Component; 1174, Fourth Sliding Component; 1175, Fifth Sliding Component; 100, Automatic Placement Equipment; 101, Controller; 102, Robotic Arm; X1, First Direction; X2, Second Direction; X3, Third Direction; Y, Fourth Direction; Z, Fifth Direction.

[0034] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, will further illustrate this application. Detailed Implementation

[0035] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the words "exemplary," "or," and "for example" are used to indicate examples, illustrations, or descriptions. Any embodiment or design scheme described as "exemplary" or "for example" in the embodiments of this application should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or design schemes. Specifically, the use of the words "exemplary," "or," and "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0036] Unless otherwise defined, 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. The terminology used in this application's specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. It should be understood that, unless otherwise stated, " / " in this application means "or". For example, A / B can mean A or B. "And / or" in this application is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, and B alone. "At least one" refers to one or more. "More than one" refers to two or more. For example, at least one of a, b, or c can represent: a, b, c, a and b, a and c, b and c, and a, b, and c (seven cases).

[0037] It should also be noted that the terms "first" and "second" in the specification, claims and drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects, rather than to describe a specific order or sequence.

[0038] In electronic product manufacturing, the assembly of multi-branch ribbon cables faces numerous technical challenges. These cables have complex and compact structures; due to their small overall size, precise placement of multiple branches within a limited space is crucial. The bonding accuracy must typically be controlled within extremely small ranges to ensure assembly quality and electrical performance stability. As the internal architecture of mainstream consumer electronics products trendes towards miniaturization, the overall size of the ribbon cables has shrunk to the millimeter level, with the coordinate tolerance of key connection points generally required to be controlled within ±0.05mm. This places extremely high demands on the dynamic stability of the mounting process. Compared to single-branch ribbon cables, multi-branch ribbon cables require simultaneous consideration of the positioning and fixation of each branch, significantly increasing the operational difficulty. Furthermore, the spacing between the bonding modules of each branch is usually small, and even slight errors can lead to interference.

[0039] Traditional placement equipment's pick-up mechanism struggles to achieve simultaneous multi-angle adjustment. When a conventional six-DOF robotic arm handles more than three branch positioning tasks simultaneously, interference easily arises in the end-effector's motion trajectory planning. Currently, no automated placement equipment suitable for the aforementioned cable types has been found.

[0040] Therefore, the relevant technologies still employ manual methods for mounting the aforementioned ribbon cables. This manual method requires operators to manually correct and calibrate the cables. According to production line testing data, a skilled technician takes approximately 240 seconds to complete the cycle of assembling a single multi-branch ribbon cable, and the yield rate is only maintained between 72% and 78%. This labor-intensive operation mode not only increases labor costs to 8%-12% of the BOM (Bill of Materials), but also makes it difficult to guarantee batch consistency due to accuracy fluctuations caused by worker fatigue. In other words, manual methods require a significant amount of manpower to meet the demands of mass production of electronic products.

[0041] Therefore, this application provides an automatic mounting module and automatic mounting equipment for ribbon cables, which can be used for the assembly and mounting of multi-branch ribbon cables in electronic products, thereby reducing the consumption of human resources. Some embodiments will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.

[0042] Figure 1 This is an application scenario diagram of the automatic mounting module 1 mounting the ribbon cable 21 to the product module 2 according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the automatic mounting module 1 according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 This is a top view of the automatic mounting module 1 according to an embodiment of this application.

[0043] Please see Figure 1 This application first provides an automatic mounting module 1 for ribbon cable 21, that is, the automatic mounting module 1 of this application embodiment can be used to mount the ribbon cable 21 to the product module 2 to be assembled. The ribbon cable 21 can be a multi-branch integrated ribbon cable 21.

[0044] Please see Figure 1 The automatic placement module 1 may include a connection module 11 and a control module 12. The control module 12 may be disposed on the connection module 11. The control module 12 may include multiple linear drive components 121 and a number of pick-up components 122 equal to the number of linear drive components 121. The pick-up components 122 may be driveably connected to the linear drive components 121. Multiple linear drive components 121 (e.g., ...) Figure 2 The first linear drive component 1211, the second linear drive component 1212, the third linear drive component 1213, the fourth linear drive component 1214, and the fifth linear drive component 1215 are arranged in multiple directions on the connection module 11, and the pickup component 122 (such as...) Figure 3 The first pickup component 1221, the second pickup component 1222, the third pickup component 1223, the fourth pickup component 1224, and the fifth pickup component 1225 can be used to pick up the ribbon cable 21, and each pickup component 122 can move a preset distance in each direction under the drive of the linear drive component 121, specifically as follows: Figure 3 As shown, the first pickup component 1221 can move along the first direction X1, the second pickup component 1222 can move along the second direction X2, the third pickup component 1223 can move along the third direction X3, the fourth pickup component 1224 can move along the fourth direction Y, and the fifth pickup component 1225 can move along the fifth direction Z. The preset distance that each pickup component 122 moves can be determined according to production requirements.

[0045] In some embodiments, the picking method of the picking component 122 may include, but is not limited to, at least one of the following: gripping, sucking, or sticking.

[0046] In this embodiment, on the one hand, the synchronous and precise movement of the multi-branch ribbon cable 21 is achieved through the cooperation of the linear drive component 121 arranged in multiple directions and the pickup component 122, which can reduce the inefficiency caused by traditional manual step-by-step operation. On the other hand, the systematization of multi-directional collaborative control can reduce the risk of interference between the branches of the ribbon cable 21, and the precise bonding of the ribbon cable 21 in a compact space can be improved through multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment. The automatic placement module 1 of this embodiment can improve production speed and consistency by replacing manual labor with automation, and adapt to the needs of mass production.

[0047] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connection module 11 in an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first connector 111 in an embodiment of this application. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second connector 112 in an embodiment of this application.

[0048] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The connection module 11 may include a first connector 111, a second connector 112, and at least one slide rail component 114. The first connector 111 and the second connector 112 are slidably connected relative to each other via the slide rail component 114. Multiple linear drive components 121 (see...) Figure 1 The slide rail component 114 is arranged in multiple directions on the first connector 111. In this case, the slide rail component 114 can enhance the flexibility and adaptability of the module by adjusting the structure of the connecting module 11 through relative sliding, so as to meet the requirements of different sizes or layouts of the cabling 21 (see Figure 1 This addresses mounting requirements. Additionally, it provides a stable support substrate for the arrangement of multi-directional drive components, reducing motion errors and improving overall positioning accuracy.

[0049] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The first connector 111 may include a first connector body 1111 and a plurality of first connector posts 1112 formed thereon. The first connector body 1111 may be used to mount various control modules 12 (see...). Figure 1 The first connecting post 1112 can be used to cooperate with the second connecting piece 112 for sliding connection.

[0050] The second connector 112 may include a second connector body 1121 and a plurality of second connector posts 1122 formed on the second connector body 1121. The second connector posts 1122 can be used to cooperate with the second connector 112 for sliding connection.

[0051] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The connection module 11 also includes a third connector 113, which is disposed on the second connector 112. The third connector 113 is used to connect the automatic placement module 1 to the robotic arm 102 (e.g., Figure 14 (As shown) Connection. In this case, the third connector 113 provides a standardized robotic arm 102 adapter interface, facilitating module integration into automated production lines and supporting multi-station collaboration. Furthermore, by extending the module's range of motion through the robotic arm 102, multiple assembly areas within the complex internal space of electronic products can be covered.

[0052] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 6 The second connecting body 1121 may have a pivot hole 1120. The pivot hole 1120 can be used to install the third connecting member 113 (see...). Figure 4 This facilitates the robotic arm 102 (see...) Figure 14 The entire module is moved and rotated via the third connector 113 to improve the accuracy of the mounting cable 21.

[0053] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The connection module 11 may also include multiple elastic connectors 115, with the first connector 111 flexibly connected to the second connector 112 via the elastic connectors 115. In this case, the flexible connection design can effectively absorb mechanical vibration or impact, reducing damage to the ribbon cable 21 or positioning misalignment caused by rigid contact during pickup. In addition, the dynamic adjustment of the orientation of the connection module 11 through elastic deformation during complex operations can adapt to the minute deformation requirements of the ribbon cable 21, improving the mounting error tolerance.

[0054] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The connecting module 11 may further include a buffer 116, which is disposed between the first connecting member 111 and the second connecting member 112. Figure 1 and Figure 4 In this case, the buffer 116 further reduces the instantaneous impact force when the connecting module 11 moves, protects the ribbon cable 21 and the automatic mounting module 1 from mechanical stress damage, and can improve the system stability under high-speed movement and reduce the bonding position deviation caused by sudden stop and start.

[0055] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The first connector 111 may also be provided with a means for assembling multiple linear drive components 121 (such as...). Figure 2 The mounting plate 118 of the first linear drive component 1211, the second linear drive component 1212, and the third linear drive component 1213 shown. The mounting plate 118 may have grooves or guide protrusions adapted to the linear drive component 121.

[0056] In some embodiments, please combine Figure 2 and Figure 4 The first connector 111 may also be provided with a plurality of sliding parts 117 for slidably connecting a plurality of pickup parts 122 (e.g., Figure 13 As shown, it includes a first sliding component 1171, a second sliding component 1172, a third sliding component 1173, a fourth sliding component 1174, and a fifth sliding component 1175.

[0057] Please combine Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown in the embodiments of this application, the control module 12 may include a first linear drive component 1211, a second linear drive component 1212, a third linear drive component 1213, a fourth linear drive component 1214, and a fifth linear drive component 1215. Please refer to... Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the first linear drive component 1211 is disposed on the mounting plate 118 of the connecting module 11 in the first direction X1, the second linear drive component 1212 is disposed on the mounting plate 118 of the connecting module 11 in the second direction X2, the third linear drive component 1213 is disposed on the mounting plate 118 of the connecting module 11 in the third direction X3, the fourth linear drive component 1214 is disposed on the first connector 111 of the connecting module 11 in the fourth direction Y, and the fifth linear drive component 1215 is disposed on the first connector 111 of the connecting module 11 in the fifth direction Z; the second direction X2 is parallel to the first direction X1, the third direction X3 is opposite to the first direction X1, the fourth direction Y is perpendicular to the first direction X1, and the fifth direction Z is perpendicular to both the first direction X1 and the fourth direction Y.

[0058] In some embodiments, the first linear drive component 1211, the second linear drive component 1212, the third linear drive component 1213, the fourth linear drive component 1214, and the fifth linear drive component 1215 can integrate pressure detection functionality. Please refer to... Figure 1 and Figure 2When the first pickup component 1221 picks up and moves the ribbon cable 21, the first linear drive component 1211 has a first pressure value. When the second pickup component 1222 picks up and moves the ribbon cable 21, the second linear drive component 1212 has a second pressure value. When the third pickup component 1223 picks up and moves the ribbon cable 21, the third linear drive component 1213 has a third pressure value. When the fourth pickup component 1224 picks up and moves the ribbon cable 21, the fourth linear drive component 1214 has a fourth pressure value. When the fifth pickup component 1225 picks up and moves the ribbon cable 21, the fifth linear drive component 1215 has a fifth pressure value.

[0059] The first, second, third, fourth, and fifth pressure values ​​are all less than the breaking strength value of the ribbon cable 21. When each pressure value is equal to or greater than the breaking strength value of the ribbon cable 21, each linear drive component 121 stops driving each pickup component 122 to move. In this case, the integrated pressure detection function can monitor the force status of each drive component in real time and immediately stop driving when it approaches the breaking threshold of the ribbon cable 21, reducing damage to the ribbon cable 21. At the same time, the adaptive force control strategy of the integrated pressure detection function can improve placement safety and reduce overload problems caused by program errors in traditional automated equipment.

[0060] Please combine Figure 1 and Figure 3 In embodiments of this application, the control module 12 may include a first pickup component 1221, a second pickup component 1222, a third pickup component 1223, a fourth pickup component 1224, and a fifth pickup component 1225. The first pickup component 1221 is used to pick up a first position of the ribbon cable 21 and can move a first preset distance along a first direction X1 under the drive of the first linear drive component 1211. The second pickup component 1222 is used to pick up a second position of the ribbon cable 21 and can move a second preset distance along a second direction X2 under the drive of the second linear drive component 1212. The third pickup component 1223 is used to pick up a third position of the ribbon cable 21 and can move a third preset distance along a third direction X3 under the drive of the third linear drive component 1213. The fourth pickup component 1224 is used to pick up a fourth position of the ribbon cable 21 and can move a fourth preset distance along a fourth direction Y under the drive of the fourth linear drive component 1214. The fifth pickup component 1225 is used to pick up the fifth position of the ribbon cable 21 and can move a fifth preset distance along the fifth direction Z under the drive of the fifth linear drive component 1215.

[0061] In some embodiments, the first preset distance, the second preset distance, the third preset distance, the fourth preset distance, and the fifth preset distance can be determined according to production requirements. Furthermore, the term "movement" in this application embodiment refers to the ability of a component to move back and forth along its corresponding direction. For example, the first pickup component 1221 can move a first preset distance along the first direction X1 under the drive of the first linear drive component 1211; that is, the first pickup component 1221 can move back and forth along the first direction X1 within the range of the first preset distance under the drive of the first linear drive component 1211.

[0062] In some embodiments, the pickup component 122 may include a pickup contact end (such as...) Figures 7 to 11 The first contact end 2211, the second contact end 2221, the third contact end 2231, the fourth contact end 2241, and the fifth contact end 2251 are all flexible. The pick-up contacts can be manufactured using an overmolding process. In this case, flexible contacts (such as silicone or elastic materials) can provide soft pick-up, reducing scratches or indentations on the ribbon cable 21 caused by rigid pick-up. Additionally, they can adapt to the surface contact requirements of the ribbon cable 21 with slight deformation, enhancing pick-up stability and reducing the risk of slippage.

[0063] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first pickup component 1221 in an embodiment of this application.

[0064] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 7 The first pickup component 1221 may include a first pickup body 2210 and a first contact end 2211 formed on the first pickup body 2210. A first suction hole 2212 for picking up the ribbon cable 21 and a first placement area 2213 for carrying or positioning the ribbon cable 21 may be formed on the first contact end 2211. The number of first suction holes 2212 and first placement areas 2213 is not limited.

[0065] In some embodiments, the first suction port 2212 may be disposed on the side of the first contact end 2211. Figure 1 and Figure 7 In this case, the first suction hole 2212 can be used to pick up the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21, thereby facilitating the mounting of the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21 to the side of the product module 2 and improving the space utilization of the product module 2.

[0066] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second pickup component 1222 in an embodiment of this application.

[0067] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8The second pickup component 1222 may include a second pickup body 2220 and a second contact end 2221 formed on the second pickup body 2220. A second suction hole 2222 for picking up the ribbon cable 21 and a second placement area 2223 for carrying or positioning the ribbon cable 21 may be formed on the second contact end 2221. The number of second suction holes 2222 and second placement areas 2223 is not limited.

[0068] In some embodiments, the second suction port 2222 may be disposed on the side of the second contact end 2221. Figure 1 and Figure 8 In this case, the second suction hole 2222 can be used to pick up the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21, thereby facilitating the mounting of the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21 to the side of the product module 2 and improving the space utilization of the product module 2.

[0069] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the second contact end 2221 near the second air intake 2222 can be a curved surface. In this case, the curved surface can be adapted to the shape of the ribbon cable 21, improving adaptability.

[0070] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third pickup component 1223 in an embodiment of this application.

[0071] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 9 The third pickup component 1223 may include a third pickup body 2230 and a third contact end 2231 formed on the third pickup body 2230. A third suction hole 2232 for picking up the ribbon cable 21 and a third placement area 2233 for supporting or positioning the ribbon cable 21 may be formed on the third contact end 2231. The number of third suction holes 2232 and third placement areas 2233 is not limited.

[0072] In some embodiments, the third suction port 2232 may be disposed on the side of the third contact end 2231. Figure 1 and Figure 9 In this case, the third suction hole 2232 can be used to pick up the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21, thereby facilitating the mounting of the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21 to the side of the product module 2 and improving the space utilization of the product module 2.

[0073] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the third contact end 2231 near the third air intake 2232 can be curved. In this case, the curved surface can be adapted to the shape of the ribbon cable 21, improving adaptability.

[0074] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth pickup component 1224 in an embodiment of this application.

[0075] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 10 The fourth pickup component 1224 may include a fourth pickup body 2240 and a fourth contact end 2241 formed on the fourth pickup body 2240. A fourth suction hole 2242 for picking up the ribbon cable 21 and a fourth placement area 2243 for carrying or positioning the ribbon cable 21 may be formed on the fourth contact end 2241. The number of fourth suction holes 2242 and fourth placement areas 2243 is not limited.

[0076] In some embodiments, the fourth suction port 2242 may be disposed on the side of the fourth contact end 2241. Figure 1 and Figure 10 In this case, the fourth suction hole 2242 can be used to pick up the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21, thereby facilitating the mounting of the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21 to the side of the product module 2 and improving the space utilization of the product module 2.

[0077] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the fourth contact end 2241 near the fourth air intake 2242 can be multi-planar. In this case, the multi-planar surface can be used to adapt to the shape of the ribbon cable 21, thereby improving adaptability.

[0078] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fifth pickup component 1225 in an embodiment of this application.

[0079] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 11 The fifth pickup component 1225 may include a fifth pickup body 2250 and a fifth contact end 2251 formed on the fifth pickup body 2250. A fifth suction hole 2252 for picking up the ribbon cable 21 and a fifth placement area 2253 for carrying or positioning the ribbon cable 21 may be formed on the fifth contact end 2251. The number of fifth suction holes 2252 and fifth placement areas 2253 is not limited.

[0080] In some embodiments, the fifth suction hole 2252 may be disposed on the side of the fifth contact end 2251. In this case, the fifth suction hole 2252 can be used to pick up the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21, thereby facilitating the mounting of the vertical side of the ribbon cable 21 to the side of the product module 2 and improving the space utilization of the product module 2.

[0081] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the fifth contact end 2251 near the fifth air intake 2252 can be multi-planar. In this case, the adaptability can be improved by adapting the shape of the ribbon cable 21 through multi-planar adaptation.

[0082] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one of the control modules 12 in an embodiment of this application.

[0083] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 12The control module 12 may also include a connecting block 123 for connecting the linear drive component 121 and the pickup component 122. Figure 2 and Figure 12 In this case, the connecting block 123 facilitates the placement of the linear drive component 121 between the first connector 111 and the second connector 112, while the pickup component 122 is placed on the bottom surface of the first connector 111, thereby improving stability and space utilization.

[0084] Figure 13 This is a top view of the first connecting body 1111 of the first connector 111 in an embodiment of this application.

[0085] As described above, the first connector 111 may also be provided with a plurality of sliding components 117, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 13 The multiple sliding components 117 include a first sliding component 1171, a second sliding component 1172, a third sliding component 1173, a fourth sliding component 1174, and a fifth sliding component 1175. Please refer to... Figure 3 and Figure 13 The first pickup body 2210 is slidably connected to the first connector 111 via the first sliding member 1171, thereby enabling smoother and more precise back-to-reset movement in the first direction X1. The second pickup body 2220 is slidably connected to the second connector 112 via the second sliding member 1172, thereby enabling smoother and more precise back-to-reset movement in the second direction X2. The third pickup body 2230 is slidably connected to the third connector 113 via the third sliding member 1173, thereby enabling smoother and more precise back-to-reset movement in the third direction X3. The fourth pickup body 2240 is slidably connected to the fourth connector via the fourth sliding member 1174, thereby enabling smoother and more precise back-to-reset movement in the fourth direction Y. The fifth pickup body 2250 is slidably connected to the fifth connector via the fifth sliding member 1175, thereby enabling smoother and more precise back-to-reset movement in the fifth direction Z.

[0086] In this embodiment, the first pickup component 1221, the second pickup component 1222, the third pickup component 1223, the fourth pickup component 1224, and the fifth pickup component 1225 can constitute a five-axis drive system. This five-axis drive system can cover multi-directional requirements (parallel, perpendicular, reverse, etc.) in three-dimensional space, achieving precise and independent control of the complex cable 21 branches. Each pickup component 122 has a customized movement trajectory (preset distance and direction) for a specific position, ensuring that the parallel operation of multiple branch cables 21 does not interfere with each other. Through independent point control, the pulling or twisting during cable 21 bonding is reduced, meeting the stability requirements of electrical performance.

[0087] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1or Figure 2 The automatic mounting module 1 also includes a laser displacement sensor 13, which is located in the connection module 11. In this configuration, the position and movement distance of the ribbon cable 21 are calibrated in real time through high-precision laser displacement measurement, improving the bonding accuracy to the micrometer level and meeting stringent spatial requirements. Combined with a closed-loop control system, dynamic correction is achieved, which can compensate for mechanical errors or environmental interference.

[0088] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the automatic mounting equipment 100 according to an embodiment of this application.

[0089] Please see Figure 14 This application also provides an automatic placement device 100, which may include a controller 101, a robotic arm 102, and an automatic placement module 1 for ribbon cable 21 according to any embodiment of this application. The robotic arm 102 is connected to the automatic placement module 1, and the controller 101 is electrically connected to the robotic arm 102 and the automatic placement module 1. The controller 101 is used to control the robotic arm 102 to move the automatic placement module 1 and to manipulate the automatic placement module 1 to achieve automatic placement of the ribbon cable 21. In this case, the controller 101, the robotic arm 102, and the module work together to achieve fully automated closed-loop control, significantly improving production efficiency (compared to manual operation). The fast response of electrical signals ensures real-time planning and adjustment of the motion path, which is suitable for high-complexity ribbon cable 21 placement scenarios.

[0090] In some embodiments, the automated placement equipment 100 further includes a CCD component (not shown). A CCD (charge-coupled device camera) is an industrial camera, a digital camera with a charge-coupled device image sensor. The CCD component is electrically connected to the controller 101. The CCD component is used to acquire position images of the ribbon cable 21. The controller 101 is also used to control the robotic arm 102 to move the automated placement module 1 based on the position images and manipulate the automated placement module 1 to achieve automated placement of the ribbon cable 21. In this case, the CCD component provides high-precision positioning compensation based on machine vision, which can reduce the posture deviation or positional offset of the ribbon cable 21 during the pre-assembly stage. Furthermore, the combination of image recognition and feedback control can enhance the equipment's adaptability to non-standard ribbon cables 21 or complex assembly environments, reducing debugging costs.

[0091] In summary, the automatic placement module 1 and automatic placement equipment 100 of this application achieve synchronous and precise movement of multi-branch ribbon cables 21 through the cooperation of linear drive components 121 arranged in multiple directions and pickup components 122, thereby solving the inefficiency problem caused by traditional manual step-by-step operation. Simultaneously, the systematized multi-directional collaborative control reduces the risk of interference between branches of the ribbon cables 21, and the multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment improves the precise bonding of the ribbon cables 21 in a compact space. That is, this application can be used for the assembly and bonding of multi-branch ribbon cables 21 in electronic products. By replacing manual labor with automation, production speed and consistency can be improved, adapting to the needs of mass production, thereby reducing the consumption of human resources.

[0092] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this application without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this application.

Claims

1. An automatic mounting module for flat cables, characterized in that, The device includes a connection module and a control module. The control module is disposed in the connection module. The control module includes multiple linear drive components and a number of pickup components equal to the number of linear drive components. The pickup components are drive-connected to the linear drive components. The multiple linear drive components are arranged in multiple directions in the connection module. The pickup components are used to pick up ribbon cables, and each pickup component can move a preset distance in each direction under the drive of the linear drive components.

2. The automatic placement module of the flat cable according to claim 1, wherein, The connection module includes a first connector, a second connector, and at least one slide rail component. The first connector and the second connector are slidably connected relative to each other via the slide rail component. The linear drive components are arranged in the first connector in multiple directions.

3. The automatic placement module of claim 2, wherein, The connection module also includes multiple elastic connectors, and the first connector is flexibly connected to the second connector through the elastic connectors.

4. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 2, wherein The connection module further includes a buffer, which is disposed between the first connector and the second connector.

5. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 1, wherein The control module includes a first linear drive component, a second linear drive component, a third linear drive component, a fourth linear drive component, and a fifth linear drive component. The first linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a first direction, the second linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a second direction, the third linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a third direction, the fourth linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a fourth direction, and the fifth linear drive component is disposed in the connection module in a fifth direction. The second direction is parallel to the first direction, the third direction is opposite to the first direction, the fourth direction is perpendicular to the first direction, and the fifth direction is perpendicular to both the first and fourth directions.

6. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 5, wherein The control module includes a first pickup component, a second pickup component, a third pickup component, a fourth pickup component, and a fifth pickup component; The first picking component is used to pick up the first position of the ribbon cable and can move a first preset distance along the first direction under the drive of the first linear driving component; The second pickup component is used to pick up the second position of the ribbon cable and can move a second preset distance along the second direction under the drive of the second linear drive component; The third picking component is used to pick up the third position of the ribbon cable and can move a third preset distance along the third direction under the drive of the third linear driving component; The fourth picking component is used to pick up the fourth position of the ribbon cable and can move a fourth preset distance along the fourth direction under the drive of the fourth linear driving component; The fifth picking component is used to pick up the fifth position of the ribbon cable and can move a fifth preset distance along the fifth direction under the drive of the fifth linear driving component.

7. The automatic placement module of claim 6, wherein, The first linear drive component, the second linear drive component, the third linear drive component, the fourth linear drive component, and the fifth linear drive component integrate pressure detection function; When the first pickup component picks up the ribbon cable and moves, the first linear drive component has a first pressure value; When the second pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the second linear drive component has a second pressure value; When the third pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the third linear drive component has a third pressure value; When the fourth pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the fourth linear drive component has a fourth pressure value; When the fifth pickup component picks up the cable and moves, the fifth linear drive component has a fifth pressure value; The first pressure value, the second pressure value, the third pressure value, the fourth pressure value, and the fifth pressure value are all less than the breaking strength value of the cable; When each pressure value is equal to or greater than the breaking strength value of the cable, each of the linear drive components stops driving each of the pickup components to move.

8. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 1, wherein The pickup component includes a pickup contact end, which is flexible.

9. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 1, wherein The automatic mounting module also includes a laser displacement sensor, which is disposed in the connection module.

10. The automatic wire-mounting module according to claim 2, wherein The connection module further includes a third connector, which is disposed on the second connector and is used to connect the automatic mounting module to the robotic arm.

11. An automatic placement device, characterized in that, The device includes a controller, a robotic arm, and an automatic placement module for ribbon cables as described in any one of claims 1 to 10. The robotic arm is connected to the automatic placement module, and the controller is electrically connected to the robotic arm and the automatic placement module. The controller is used to control the robotic arm to move the automatic placement module and to manipulate the automatic placement module to achieve automatic placement of the ribbon cable.

12. The automatic placement equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, It also includes a CCD component, which is electrically connected to the controller. The CCD component is used to acquire a position image of the ribbon cable. The controller is also used to control the robotic arm to move the automatic placement module based on the position image and to operate the automatic placement module to achieve automatic placement of the ribbon cable.

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