Rotary coupling device

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the field of product transfer technology and discloses a rotary docking device, which includes a fixed frame, a support plate, and a transfer device. The fixed frame has docking positions and conveying positions spaced apart, and each docking position and conveying position is equipped with a transfer device for conveying products. The support plate is movably connected to the fixed frame and can receive products conveyed by the transfer device in the docking position. The transfer device is connected to the support plate to drive the support plate to rotate the product from the docking position to the conveying position and place the product in the conveying position. Therefore, when using this rotary docking device, products can be quickly and conveniently transferred to transfer devices in different directions when the product's conveying direction is changed. Multiple transfer devices can coordinate through the docking positions and conveying positions without the need for additional transfer devices of various types, thus effectively reducing the number of structures required, saving space in the production workshop, simplifying the transfer process, and improving transfer efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of product transfer technology, and in particular to a rotary docking device. Background Technology

[0002] As a key intermediate product in the production of thermal printheads, the substrate needs to be processed by multiple machines during the production process. Its quality and production efficiency directly affect the performance and output of the final thermal printhead.

[0003] In existing technologies, transfer devices are relatively simple in design, possessing only the ability to transport materials in a straight or vertical direction. They typically consist of a conveyor belt, a lifting mechanism, and a simple guiding device. The conveyor belt is responsible for the linear transport of substrates in the horizontal direction, while the lifting mechanism, through a motor-driven lead screw or cylinder, achieves the vertical lifting movement of the substrates to meet the connection requirements of equipment at different heights. The guiding device ensures the linear trajectory of the substrates during transport. For example, in some substrate cleaning processes, this transfer device can linearly transport the substrates from the conveyor line of the previous process to above the worktable of the cleaning equipment, and then place the substrates in the cleaning equipment for cleaning via the lifting mechanism.

[0004] However, this transfer device has a single function. When the substrate needs to be transported in different directions and through multiple devices, various types of transfer devices need to be configured to work together. For example, to achieve the transport of substrates in horizontal, vertical, and inclined directions, it may be necessary to install linear conveyors, lifting devices, and transfer devices with complex robotic arms simultaneously. Each of these devices occupies a certain amount of space, making the layout of the production workshop extremely crowded. Moreover, the multiple devices need to coordinate with each other, resulting in a cumbersome transfer process and low efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a rotating coupling device, which solves the problem that the existing product transfer device has a single function, requires multiple transfer devices when transferring in multiple directions, resulting in a large overall space occupation and low transfer efficiency.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] This application provides a rotating coupling device, which includes:

[0008] A fixed frame, wherein connection positions and conveying positions are distributed at intervals on the fixed frame, and each connection position and conveying position is provided with a conveying device for conveying products;

[0009] A support plate is movably connected to the fixed frame and can receive the products conveyed by the transmission device within the docking position.

[0010] A transfer device, connected to the support plate to drive the support plate from the docking position to rotate the product to the conveying position and place the product in the conveying position.

[0011] Optionally, the transmission device is provided with a positioning part on the side near the fixing frame, and the positioning part can engage with one side of the product to position the product.

[0012] Optionally, the transmission device includes:

[0013] Transmission rack;

[0014] A transmission wheel assembly is disposed on the transmission frame, and the transmission wheel assembly is fitted with a transmission belt for conveying products.

[0015] Optionally, two transmission wheel sets are spaced apart, and each transmission wheel set is fitted with a transmission belt, with the support plate located between the two transmission belts.

[0016] Optionally, a loading detector is provided on one side of the conveying device, which can generate a transmission signal to control the rotation of the conveying wheel assembly to transport the product.

[0017] Optionally, a discharge detector is provided on the side of the transfer device away from the loading detector, and the discharge detector can generate a transfer signal to control the start of the transfer device.

[0018] Optionally, the transfer device includes:

[0019] A rotary drive unit is connected to the support plate to drive the support plate to rotate between the docking position and the conveying position.

[0020] Optionally, the connecting position and the conveying position are arranged vertically at intervals, and the transfer device further includes:

[0021] A lifting drive unit is connected to the rotary drive unit to drive the rotary drive unit and the support plate to move up and down between the docking position and the conveying position.

[0022] Optionally, the transfer device further includes:

[0023] A translation drive is provided at the lifting end of the lifting drive, and a rotation drive is provided at the moving end of the translation drive. The translation drive can drive the rotation drive and the support plate to translate to ensure that the support plate corresponds to the transmission device.

[0024] Optionally, a plurality of the transmission devices are distributed at intervals along the driving direction of the translation drive within the transmission position.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0026] When a product needs to change its conveying direction during transport, it can be conveyed to the docking position of the fixed frame via a transfer device. At this point, a support plate carries the product, and the transfer device rotates the support plate, transferring the product from the docking position to the conveying position. The support plate then places the product onto the transfer device in the conveying position, which then transports the product in the designated direction. This rotating docking device allows for quick and convenient transfer of products to different conveying devices when changing conveying directions. Multiple transfer devices can coordinate through the docking and conveying positions without the need for additional transfer devices of various types. This effectively reduces the number of structures required, saves space in the production workshop, simplifies the transfer process, and improves transfer efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating coupling device in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission device structure within the docking position of the rotary docking device in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission device structure within the conveying position of the rotary docking device in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the position change of the support plate during the product transfer process of the rotary docking device in this utility model embodiment.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 1. Fixed frame; 2. Support plate; 3. Transfer device; 31. Rotary drive component; 32. Lifting drive component; 33. Translation drive component; 4. Transmission device; 41. Transmission frame; 42. Transmission wheel set; 43. Transmission belt; 5. Positioning part; 6. Loading detector; 7. Unloading detector; 8. Product. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0036] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0037] This application provides a rotating coupling device.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 3 The rotating docking device includes a fixed frame 1, a support plate 2, and a transfer device 3. The fixed frame 1 has docking positions and conveying positions distributed at intervals. Each docking position and conveying position is equipped with a transfer device 4 for conveying products 8. The support plate 2 is movably connected to the fixed frame 1 and can receive the products 8 conveyed by the transfer device 4 in the docking position. The transfer device 3 is connected to the support plate 2 to drive the support plate 2 to rotate the products 8 from the docking position to the conveying position and place the products 8 in the conveying position of the transfer device 4.

[0039] Specifically, the fixing frame 1 is elongated and can be installed horizontally or vertically. In this embodiment, the fixing frame 1 is elongated and extends vertically. A connecting position is provided on one side of the fixing frame 1, and a conveying position is provided on the front or the other side of the fixing frame 1. A conveying device 4 can be installed in both the connecting position and the conveying position. The conveying devices 4 at different locations have the same structure, but the conveying direction is different, and the corresponding process steps and equipment layout can also be different.

[0040] The support plate 2 is movably mounted on the fixed frame 1, and its shape is adapted to the shape of the product 8 to be transferred. In this embodiment, the product 8 is a plate-shaped substrate, and the support plate 2 is elongated to fit the shape of the substrate. The transfer device 3 can drive the support plate 2 to rotate and also drive the support plate 2 to rise and fall, so that the support plate 2 can receive the product 8 from the docking position and transfer the product 8 to the transfer device 4 in the conveying position.

[0041] When product 8 needs to change its conveying direction during transport, it can be transported to the docking position of the fixed frame 1 via the transfer device 4. At this point, the support plate 2 carries product 8, and the transfer device 3 drives the support plate 2 to rotate, thereby transferring product 8 from the docking position to the conveying position. The support plate 2 then places product 8 onto the transfer device 4 in the conveying position, which then transports product 8 in the specified direction. In this way, when using this rotating docking device, product 8 can be quickly and conveniently transferred to different direction transfer devices 4 when its conveying direction changes. This allows multiple transfer devices 4 to coordinate through the docking and conveying positions without the need for additional transfer devices 3 of various types. This effectively reduces the number of structures required, saves space in the production workshop, simplifies the transfer process, and improves transfer efficiency.

[0042] Optionally, the conveying device 4 includes a conveying frame 41 and a conveying wheel assembly 42. The conveying wheel assembly 42 is disposed on the conveying frame 41, and the conveying wheel assembly 42 is fitted with a conveying belt 43 for conveying the product 8.

[0043] Specifically, the transmission frame 41 includes two transmission plates spaced apart. Transmission wheel sets 42 are arranged on opposite sides of the two transmission plates. Each transmission wheel set 42 includes a driving wheel, a driven wheel, and a tensioning wheel. The driving wheel can be connected to a servo motor. A transmission belt 43 is fitted onto the driving wheel, driven wheel, and tensioning wheel. The transmission belt 43 is compatible with the corresponding product 8 and can drive the product 8 to move synchronously after it is placed. The transmission wheel set 42 can be a synchronous pulley, and the transmission belt 43 can be a synchronous belt. Positioning protrusions or other structures can also be provided on the transmission belt 43 to further position the product 8 on the transmission belt 43.

[0044] After product 8 is placed on the conveyor belt 43, the movement of product 8 on both sides is restricted by the conveyor plate. The rotation of the conveyor wheel set 42 drives the conveyor belt 43 to move, and the conveyor belt 43 can drive product 8 to move in the corresponding direction, thereby realizing the switching of the conveying direction of product 8.

[0045] Optionally, two transmission wheel sets 42 are spaced apart, and each transmission wheel set 42 is fitted with a transmission belt 43, with the support plate 2 located between the two transmission belts 43.

[0046] Specifically, each transfer plate is equipped with a set of transfer wheels 42 and a transfer belt 43. The support plate 2 is located between the two transfer belts 43, so that when the product 8 is transferred on the transfer belts 43, the two transfer belts 43 can support the two sides of the product 8 respectively, ensuring that the product 8 is subjected to uniform force. When the product 8 moves above the support plate 2, the support plate 2 can lift the product 8 from the middle of the product 8, ensuring that the product 8 is lifted and the force is also uniform, thus ensuring that the product 8 has good stability throughout the transfer process.

[0047] Optionally, a positioning part 5 is provided on the side of the transmission device 4 near the fixing frame 1. The positioning part 5 can be engaged with one side of the product 8 to position the product 8.

[0048] Specifically, each transmission plate can be provided with a positioning part 5 on the side near the fixing frame 1. The positioning part 5 is horizontally arranged in an L-shape, with its long arm fixedly connected to the transmission plate by means of bolt connection, snap-fit, bonding, or welding, etc., and its short arm corresponding to the conveying direction of the product 8 to abut against one side of the product 8, thereby achieving positioning of the product 8. It should be understood that the positioning part 5 can also be rod-shaped, with its extension direction perpendicular to the conveying direction of the product 8, which can also achieve positioning of the product 8. The specific shape of the positioning part 5 can be designed according to the shape of the product 8, and this application does not limit it.

[0049] Optionally, a loading detector 6 is provided on one side of the conveying device 4. The loading detector 6 can generate a transmission signal to control the rotation of the conveying wheel set 42 to convey the product 8.

[0050] Specifically, a feeding detector 6 is installed on the side of the conveyor frame 41 near the feeding device. The feeding device can transport the product 8 to the conveyor frame 41, and the feeding detector 6 can detect the product 8, thereby generating a conveying signal. After the background system obtains the conveying signal, it can automatically control the rotation of the conveyor wheel set 42, thereby automatically controlling the conveying of the product 8 and improving the overall automation level.

[0051] Optionally, a discharge detector 7 is provided on the side of the conveying device 4 away from the loading detector 6. The discharge detector 7 can generate a transfer signal to control the start of the transfer device 3.

[0052] Specifically, when product 8 is transferred to the corresponding conveying device 4, the conveying device 4 can transport product 8 to the side away from the loading detector 6 so that it can be transported to the next process by the unloading device. The unloading detector 7 is set on the side of the conveying frame 41 near the unloading device, which can generate a transfer signal when it detects product 8.

[0053] Specifically, the unloading detector 7 of the transfer device 4 in the docking position is set close to the fixed frame 1. After it detects the product 8, it indicates that the product 8 that needs to be transferred has corresponded with the support plate 2. The transfer signal in the docking position can be recorded as the first transfer signal. After the background system obtains the first transfer signal, it controls the transfer device 3 to move, thereby driving the support plate 2 to lift the product 8 from the transfer device 4 to realize the transfer of the product 8.

[0054] The unloading detector 7 of the conveying device 4 in the conveying position is located on the side away from the fixed frame 1. When it detects the product 8, it indicates that the conveying device 4 has sent the product 8 away and the conveying device 4 is in an idle state, and generates a transfer signal. This transfer signal can be recorded as the second transfer signal. When the background system receives the second transfer signal, the transfer device 3 drives the support plate 2 to transport the product 8 into the conveying device 4.

[0055] By using the loading detector 6 and unloading detector 7, the position information of product 8 during the conveying process can be detected in real time. The background control system can automatically control the operation of the transfer device 3 based on the position information of product 8, thereby effectively improving the automation level of the overall conveying process and further improving the conveying efficiency.

[0056] Optionally, the transfer device 3 includes a rotary drive 31. The rotary drive 31 is connected to the support plate 2 to drive the support plate 2 to rotate between the docking position and the conveying position.

[0057] Specifically, the rotary drive component 31 can be a servo motor, which, together with a reducer and other transmission structures, is fixedly connected to the bottom wall of the support plate 2. The servo motor can drive the support plate 2 to rotate and stop within any angle range, allowing the angle between the docking position and the conveying position to be arbitrary. This enables the docking position and conveying position to be designed according to the actual space size and the requirements of the product 8's transmission direction, thereby effectively improving the flexibility of the overall structural layout and enhancing the overall adaptability of the device. In this embodiment, the rotation range of the support plate 2 is 0° to 270°, and the rotation speed can be automatically adjusted by the rotary drive component 31.

[0058] Optionally, the docking position and the conveying position are arranged at intervals along the vertical direction, and the transfer device 3 also includes a lifting drive 32. The lifting drive 32 is connected to the rotary drive 31 to drive the rotary drive 31 and the support plate 2 to move up and down between the docking position and the conveying position.

[0059] Specifically, when the fixed frame 1 moves vertically, the connecting position and the conveying position can be spaced apart vertically. The conveying position can be located above or below the connecting position, depending on the transmission requirements of product 8. In this embodiment, the conveying position is located above the connecting position. A lifting drive 32 is provided on the fixed frame 1. The lifting drive 32 can be a linear motor module or a servo motor with a screw or other transmission structure; this application does not limit this. The rotation drive 31 is connected to the output end of the lifting drive 32 to achieve lifting and sliding.

[0060] By setting up the lifting drive component 32, the height of the rotating drive component 31 and the support plate 2 can be flexibly adjusted, so as to transfer and transport the product 8 between connection positions and conveying positions at different heights, thereby increasing the flexibility of product 8 transfer and enabling product 8 to be transferred in different directions and positions over a wider range.

[0061] Optionally, the transfer device 3 further includes a translation drive 33. The translation drive 33 is disposed at the lifting end of the lifting drive 32, and the rotation drive 31 is disposed at the moving end of the translation drive 33. The translation drive 33 can drive the rotation drive 31 and the support plate 2 to translate to ensure that the support plate 2 corresponds to the transfer device 4.

[0062] Specifically, the translation drive 33 can also be implemented by a linear motor module or a servo motor in conjunction with a screw and other transmission structures, or by a cylinder, which can drive the rotary drive 31 to move in the horizontal direction, so that the support plate 2 can better correspond with the transmission device 4.

[0063] Optionally, multiple transmission devices 4 are distributed at intervals along the driving direction of the translation drive 33 within the transmission position.

[0064] Specifically, multiple transmission devices 4 can be spaced out in each conveying position to transport products 8. When the support plate 2 is rotated to the conveying position, the translation drive 33 can drive the rotation drive 31 to move, thereby pushing the support plate 2 to correspond with the corresponding transmission device 4, so that the product 8 can be placed on the corresponding transmission device 4. Different transmission devices 4 can correspond to different equipment layouts and processes, so that multiple products 8 can be adapted to the rotary docking equipment, further improving the applicability of the rotary docking equipment.

[0065] The following details the product 8 shipping process based on the above information:

[0066] Reference Figure 4At station 1, product 8 is conveyed by the transfer device 4 at the docking station to the side near the fixed frame 1. The support plate 2 is located below product 8. The support plate 2 lifts product 8 and is moved from station 1 to station 2 by the transfer device 3. At this time, the support plate 2 is higher than the transfer device 4 at the conveying station. Then the transfer device 4 drives the support plate 2 to rotate and translate, so that the support plate 2 moves onto the transfer device 4 at the conveying station. The support plate 2 can then place product 8 on the transfer device 4 and enter station 3. The transfer device 4 can then convey product 8 in different directions. The support plate 2 is then driven by the transfer device 3 to descend below the docking station and enter station 4. At this time, the support plate 2 can enter the transfer device 4 in the docking station from below and return to station 1. In this way, the support plate 2 moves back and forth between station 1, station 2, station 3 and station 4, so that product 8 in the docking station can be continuously transferred to the conveying station.

[0067] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A rotary adapter device, characterized in that include: A fixed frame (1) is provided with connecting positions and conveying positions distributed at intervals on the fixed frame (1), and a conveying device (4) for conveying products (8) is provided in both the connecting positions and the conveying positions. The support plate (2) is movably connected to the fixed frame (1) and can receive the product (8) conveyed by the transmission device (4) within the docking position; The transfer device (3) is connected to the support plate (2) to drive the support plate (2) to rotate the product (8) from the docking position to the conveying position and place the product (8) in the conveying position.

2. The rotary adapter of claim 1, wherein, The transmission device (4) is provided with a positioning part (5) on the side near the fixing frame (1), and the positioning part (5) can engage with one side of the product (8) to position the product (8).

3. The rotary adapter of claim 1, wherein, The transmission device (4) includes: Transmission rack (41); A transmission wheel assembly (42) is provided on the transmission frame (41), and the transmission wheel assembly (42) is fitted with a transmission belt (43) for conveying the product (8).

4. The rotary adapter of claim 3, wherein, Two transmission wheel sets (42) are spaced apart, and each transmission wheel set (42) is fitted with a transmission belt (43). The support plate (2) is located between the two transmission belts (43).

5. The rotary adapter of claim 3, wherein, A loading detector (6) is provided on one side of the transmission device (4), and the loading detector (6) can generate a transmission signal to control the rotation of the transmission wheel assembly (42) to transport the product (8).

6. The rotary adapter of claim 5, wherein, The conveying device (4) is provided with a discharge detector (7) on the side away from the loading detector (6), and the discharge detector (7) can generate a transfer signal to control the start of the transfer device (3).

7. The rotary adapter of any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein, The transfer device (3) includes: A rotary drive (31) is connected to the support plate (2) to drive the support plate (2) to rotate between the docking position and the conveying position.

8. The rotary adapter of claim 7, wherein, The connecting position and the conveying position are arranged vertically at intervals, and the transfer device (3) further includes: The lifting drive (32) is connected to the rotating drive (31) to drive the rotating drive (31) and the support plate (2) to move up and down between the docking position and the conveying position.

9. The rotary adapter of claim 8, wherein, The transfer device (3) also includes: A translation drive (33) is provided at the lifting end of the lifting drive (32), and a rotation drive (31) is provided at the moving end of the translation drive (33). The translation drive (33) can drive the rotation drive (31) and the support plate (2) to translate to ensure that the support plate (2) corresponds to the transmission device (4).

10. The rotary adapter of claim 9, wherein, Multiple transmission devices (4) are distributed at intervals along the driving direction of the translation drive (33) within the transmission position.

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