Mechanical hand special for aerogel production equipment

By designing a special robotic arm for aerogel production equipment, the tightening and loosening of the autoclave lid is automated, solving the problem of pressure uniformity that is difficult to ensure with manual operation, improving the convenience and safety of operation, and ensuring the stability of the internal environment of the autoclave.

CN224464703UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07ST STEPHEN (TIANJIN) TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ST STEPHEN (TIANJIN) TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-16
Publication Date
2026-07-07

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the opening and closing of the autoclave lid mainly relies on manual operation, which makes it difficult to ensure uniform pressure and affects the stability of the internal environment of the autoclave.

Method used

A robotic arm specifically designed for aerogel production equipment was developed. Through the coordinated action of hydraulic lifting and rotating components, it automatically completes the tightening and loosening of the autoclave lid, ensuring pressure uniformity and sealing.

Benefits of technology

The system automates the operation of the autoclave lid, improving operational convenience and safety, reducing human error and accidental risks, and ensuring the stability of the autoclave's internal environment and production quality.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to aerogel production technical field discloses the special mechanical hand of aerogel production equipment, including bottom plate and disc, the lower end fixedly connected with support column of disc, the lower end fixedly connected with fixed frame of support column, the inner wall rotationally connected with rotary disc of fixed frame, the lower end fixedly connected with cylinder of rotary disc, the upper end fixedly connected with telescopic motor of rotary disc, the output fixedly connected with first cylinder rod of telescopic motor. In the utility model, synchronous starting first rotation motor makes the fixed screw rotate, synchronous starting hydraulic press promotes first connecting column and drives disc to move upwards, so that the nut of fastening is loosened and lifted to certain height, and the loosening and fastening of autoclave cover fastening screw are automatically completed, the need of manual operation is reduced, the opening and closing of multiple screws are operated synchronously, the pressure received by autoclave cover is even, and the sealing property and safety of autoclave cover are ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aerogel production technology, and in particular to a robotic arm for aerogel production equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Aerogel is a very lightweight solid material with extremely low density and very high porosity. It is obtained by removing most of the liquid components from a gel and then drying it through supercritical fluid extraction, thus forming a highly porous and very lightweight structure. With its unique physical properties, including extremely low density, high porosity and excellent thermal insulation performance, aerogel provides innovative solutions for many fields.

[0003] The specially designed high-pressure autoclave for aerogel production is a specialized piece of equipment used to prepare aerogel materials. Because the preparation process of aerogel requires precise control and specific operating conditions, the high-pressure autoclave plays a crucial role in this process. Through a precisely controlled high-pressure autoclave system, the preparation process of aerogel can be ensured to be efficient, safe, and meet quality requirements, thus promoting the further development and application of aerogel in various application fields.

[0004] In existing technologies, the opening and closing of the autoclave lid is usually done manually. Manual operation may make it difficult to accurately control the opening speed and force of the lid, and it is difficult to ensure that the pressure on the autoclave lid is uniform, which may affect the stability of the internal environment of the autoclave. Therefore, a special robotic arm for aerogel production equipment is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a special robotic arm for aerogel production equipment, which aims to improve the problem that the opening and closing of the autoclave lid is usually done manually, which makes it difficult to ensure that the pressure on the autoclave lid is uniform, which may affect the stability of the internal environment of the autoclave.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A robotic arm for aerogel production equipment includes a base plate and a disc. A support column is fixedly connected to the lower end of the disc, and a fixed frame is fixedly connected to the lower end of the support column. A rotating disk is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixed frame. A cylinder is fixedly connected to the lower end of the rotating disk. A telescopic motor is fixedly connected to the upper end of the rotating disk. A first cylindrical rod is fixedly connected to the output end of the telescopic motor. The outer wall of the first cylindrical rod is slidably connected to the interior of the rotating disk. A U-shaped block is fixedly connected to the lower end of the first cylindrical rod. A connecting rod is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the U-shaped block. A second cylindrical rod is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting rod. A locking block is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the second cylindrical rod. A limit post is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cylinder, and the outer wall of the limit post is rotatably connected to the interior of the locking block. A rotating assembly is provided on the upper surface of the fixed frame for rotating the cylinder. A hydraulic lifting assembly is provided on the upper surface of the base plate for lifting the disc.

[0008] Preferably, the rotating assembly includes a first rotating motor, the lower end of which is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the fixed frame, a first rotating wheel is fixedly connected to the output end of the first rotating motor, a belt is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating wheel, and a second rotating wheel is fixedly connected to the upper end of the support column, with the outer wall of the belt fitting against the outer wall of the second rotating wheel.

[0009] Preferably, the hydraulic lifting assembly includes a hydraulic press and a cylinder. The lower surface of the hydraulic press is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate, the lower end of the cylinder is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate, a sliding column is slidably connected to the inner wall of the cylinder, a robotic arm is fixedly connected to the upper end of the sliding column, a first connecting column is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the robotic arm, and the lower end of the first connecting column is fixedly connected to the upper end of the disc.

[0010] Preferably, a second connecting post is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the robotic arm, and a rectangular plate is fixedly connected to the lower end of the second connecting post.

[0011] Preferably, a second rotating motor is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the rectangular plate, and a first rotating column is fixedly connected to the output end of the second rotating motor.

[0012] Preferably, a first gear is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first rotating column, and a first fixing ring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first rotating column.

[0013] Preferably, the rectangular plate is rotatably connected to a second fixed column, and the outer wall of the second fixed column is fixedly connected to a second gear.

[0014] Preferably, the outer wall of the second gear meshes with the outer wall of the first gear, and a second fixing ring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second fixing post.

[0015] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] 1. In this utility model, the first rotating motor is started synchronously, causing the fixed screw to rotate. The hydraulic press is started synchronously, causing the first connecting column to drive the disc to move upward. In this way, the fastened nut is loosened and lifted to a certain height, automatically completing the loosening and tightening of the pressure vessel lid fastening screws, reducing the need for manual operation. When opening and closing multiple screws, the operation is synchronized, and the pressure on the pressure vessel lid is uniform, ensuring the sealing and safety of the pressure vessel lid.

[0017] 2. In this utility model, when the locking block fixes the bolt, the second rotating motor is started simultaneously. The start of the second rotating motor causes the first rotating column to drive the first gear to rotate. When the first gear rotates, it drives the second gear to rotate, which in turn causes the second fixing column to drive the second fixing ring to rotate. The first fixing ring and the second fixing ring rotate inward to fix the pressure vessel lid. With the movement of the robotic arm, the loosened nut and the pressure vessel lid can be lifted to a certain height simultaneously through the second connecting column, automatically completing the opening and closing of the pressure vessel lid. This reduces the need for manual operation, improves the convenience of operation, and also reduces the risk of operational errors and accidents. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the robotic arm for aerogel production equipment proposed in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting frame for the special robotic arm used in aerogel production equipment according to this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cylindrical cross-sectional view of the robotic arm for aerogel production equipment proposed in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first fixing ring of the special robotic arm for aerogel production equipment proposed in this utility model.

[0022] Legend:

[0023] 1. Base plate; 2. Disc; 3. Support column; 4. Fixing frame; 5. Rotating disk; 6. Telescopic motor; 7. Cylinder; 8. First cylindrical rod; 9. U-shaped block; 10. Connecting rod; 11. Second cylindrical rod; 12. Limiting post; 13. Clamping block; 14. First rotating motor; 15. First rotating wheel; 16. Second rotating wheel; 17. Belt; 18. Hydraulic press; 19. Oil cylinder; 20. Sliding column; 21. Mechanical arm; 22. First connecting column; 23. Second connecting column; 24. Rectangular plate; 25. Second rotating motor; 26. First rotating column; 27. First gear; 28. First fixing ring; 29. ​​Second fixing post; 30. Second gear; 31. Second fixing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0025] Reference Figure 1 - Figure 3This utility model provides an embodiment of a robotic arm for aerogel production equipment, comprising a base plate 1 and a disc 2. A support column 3 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the disc 2, and a fixing frame 4 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the support column 3. A rotating disk 5 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame 4. A cylinder 7 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the rotating disk 5. A telescopic motor 6 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the rotating disk 5. A first cylindrical rod 8 is fixedly connected to the output end of the telescopic motor 6. The outer wall of the first cylindrical rod 8 is slidably connected to the interior of the rotating disk 5. A U-shaped block 9 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the first cylindrical rod 8. A connecting rod 10 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the U-shaped block 9. A second cylindrical rod 11 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting rod 10. A locking block 13 is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the second cylindrical rod 11. A limiting post 12 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cylinder 7, and the outer wall of the limiting post 12 is rotatably connected to the interior of the locking block 13. A rotating assembly is provided on the upper surface of the fixing frame 4, which is used to control the cylinder 7. The rotating assembly includes a first rotating motor 14, the lower end of which is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the fixed frame 4. The output end of the first rotating motor 14 is fixedly connected to a first rotating wheel 15. The outer wall of the first rotating wheel 15 is provided with a belt 17. The upper end of the support column 3 is fixedly connected to a second rotating wheel 16. The outer wall of the belt 17 is in contact with the outer wall of the second rotating wheel 16. The hydraulic lifting assembly includes a hydraulic press 18 and a cylinder 19. The lower surface of the hydraulic press 18 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate 1. The lower end of the cylinder 19 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate 1. The inner wall of the cylinder 19 is slidably connected to a sliding column 20. The upper end of the sliding column 20 is fixedly connected to a robotic arm 21. The lower surface of the robotic arm 21 is fixedly connected to a first connecting column 22. The lower end of the first connecting column 22 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the disc 2.

[0026] Specifically, the support column 3 can fix the fixed frame 4, the rotating disk 5 can fix the telescopic motor 6, the telescopic motor 6 can move the U-shaped block 9, the locking block 13 is used to fix the pressure vessel lid screws, the second cylindrical rod 11 connects the connecting rod 10 and the locking block 13, the fixed frame 4 can rotate the first rotating motor 14, the first rotating motor 14 can rotate the first rotating wheel 15, the belt 17 is used to drive the second rotating wheel 16 to rotate through the rotation of the first rotating wheel 15, which in turn causes the telescopic motor 6 to drive the rotating disk 5 to rotate on the inner wall of the fixed frame 4, thereby causing the cylinder 7 to rotate. After the locking block 13 fixes the pressure vessel lid screws, the rotation of the cylinder 7 can cause the locking block 13 to loosen the fastening screws.

[0027] Reference Figure 1 The lower surface of the robotic arm 21 is fixedly connected to a second connecting post 23, and the lower end of the second connecting post 23 is fixedly connected to a rectangular plate 24.

[0028] Specifically, the robotic arm 21 is used to fix the second connecting post 23, which in turn can fix the rectangular plate 24.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4 A second rotating motor 25 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the rectangular plate 24, and a first rotating column 26 is fixedly connected to the output end of the second rotating motor 25; a first gear 27 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first rotating column 26, and a first fixing ring 28 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first rotating column 26; a second fixing column 29 is rotatably connected to the inside of the rectangular plate 24, and a second gear 30 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second fixing column 29; the outer wall of the second gear 30 meshes with the outer wall of the first gear 27, and a second fixing ring 31 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second fixing column 29.

[0030] Specifically, the rectangular plate 24 can fix the second rotating motor 25, the second rotating motor 25 can rotate the first rotating column 26, and the first gear 27 and the second gear 30 can cause the second fixing ring 31 and the first fixing ring 28 to rotate inward and outward simultaneously. When the first fixing ring 28 and the second fixing ring 31 rotate outward simultaneously, the fixed pressure vessel lid can be released, and when the first fixing ring 28 and the second fixing ring 31 rotate outward simultaneously, the pressure vessel lid can be fixed.

[0031] Working principle: When using this robotic arm, simply start the telescopic motor 6. The start of the telescopic motor 6 causes the first cylindrical rod 8 to slide inside the rotating disk 5. When the first cylindrical rod 8 slides inside the rotating disk 5, it drives the U-shaped block 9 to move downwards. When the U-shaped block 9 moves downwards, it causes the connecting rod 10 to rotate on the inner wall of the U-shaped block 9, and also causes the connecting rod 10 to drive the second cylindrical rod 11 to move. The movement of the second cylindrical rod 11 causes the locking block 13 to rotate on the outer wall of the limiting post 12, and simultaneously rotates on the outer wall of the second cylindrical rod 11. The locking block 13 rotates on the outer wall of the limiting post 12. When the wall is closed, the engaging part of the locking block 13 will rotate inward to fix the screw. At this time, the first rotating motor 14 is started simultaneously. The start of the first rotating motor 14 causes the first rotating wheel 15 to rotate. The rotation of the first rotating wheel 15 drives the second rotating wheel 16 to rotate through the belt 17. This causes the telescopic motor 6 to drive the rotating disk 5 to rotate on the inner wall of the fixing frame 4, thereby causing the fixed screw to rotate. At this time, the hydraulic press 18 is started simultaneously. The start of the hydraulic press 18 causes the sliding column 20 to slide on the inner wall of the oil cylinder 19, which drives the robotic arm 21 to move upward. When the robotic arm 21 moves upward, The first connecting column 22 will cause the disc 2 to move upward, thus loosening the fastened nut and lifting it to a certain height, automatically completing the loosening and tightening of the pressure vessel lid fastening screws, reducing the need for manual operation. The operation is synchronized when opening and closing multiple screws, and the pressure on the pressure vessel lid is uniform, ensuring the sealing and safety of the pressure vessel lid. This not only improves production efficiency and safety, but also helps to ensure production quality and equipment reliability. When the locking block 13 fixes the bolt, the second rotating motor 25 is started simultaneously. The start of the second rotating motor 25 causes the first rotating column 26 to drive the first gear 27 to rotate. When the first gear 27 rotates, it drives the second gear 30 to rotate, which in turn causes the second fixing column 29 to drive the second fixing ring 31 to rotate. The first fixing ring 28 and the second fixing ring 31 rotate inward to fix the pressure vessel lid. With the movement of the robotic arm 21, the loosened nut and the pressure vessel lid can be lifted to a certain height simultaneously through the second connecting column 23, automatically completing the opening and closing of the pressure vessel lid, reducing the need for manual operation, improving the convenience of operation, and reducing the risk of operational errors and accidents.

[0032] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A robotic arm for aerogel production equipment, comprising a base plate (1) and a disc (2), characterized in that: The lower end of the disc (2) is fixedly connected to a support column (3), the lower end of the support column (3) is fixedly connected to a fixing frame (4), the inner wall of the fixing frame (4) is rotatably connected to a rotating disk (5), the lower end of the rotating disk (5) is fixedly connected to a cylinder (7), the upper end of the rotating disk (5) is fixedly connected to a telescopic motor (6), the output end of the telescopic motor (6) is fixedly connected to a first cylindrical rod (8), the outer wall of the first cylindrical rod (8) is slidably connected to the inside of the rotating disk (5), the lower end of the first cylindrical rod (8) is fixedly connected to a U-shaped block (9), the U-shaped block ( The inner wall of the cylinder (7) is rotatably connected to a connecting rod (10), the outer wall of the connecting rod (10) is fixedly connected to a second cylindrical rod (11), the outer wall of the second cylindrical rod (11) is rotatably connected to a locking block (13), the inner wall of the cylinder (7) is fixedly connected to a limiting post (12), the outer wall of the limiting post (12) is rotatably connected to the inside of the locking block (13), the upper surface of the fixing frame (4) is provided with a rotating assembly, the rotating assembly is used to rotate the cylinder (7), the upper surface of the base plate (1) is provided with a hydraulic lifting assembly, the hydraulic lifting assembly is used to lift the disc (2).

2. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating assembly includes a first rotating motor (14), the lower end of which is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the fixed frame (4), the output end of which is fixedly connected to a first rotating wheel (15), the outer wall of which is provided with a belt (17), the upper end of which is fixedly connected to a second rotating wheel (16), and the outer wall of the belt (17) is in contact with the outer wall of the second rotating wheel (16).

3. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hydraulic lifting assembly includes a hydraulic press (18) and a cylinder (19). The lower surface of the hydraulic press (18) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate (1). The lower end of the cylinder (19) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base plate (1). A sliding column (20) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the cylinder (19). A mechanical arm (21) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the sliding column (20). A first connecting column (22) is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the mechanical arm (21). The lower end of the first connecting column (22) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the disc (2).

4. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lower surface of the robotic arm (21) is fixedly connected to a second connecting post (23), and the lower end of the second connecting post (23) is fixedly connected to a rectangular plate (24).

5. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The upper surface of the rectangular plate (24) is fixedly connected to a second rotating motor (25), and the output end of the second rotating motor (25) is fixedly connected to a first rotating column (26).

6. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer wall of the first rotating column (26) is fixedly connected to a first gear (27), and the outer wall of the first rotating column (26) is fixedly connected to a first fixing ring (28).

7. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The rectangular plate (24) is rotatably connected to a second fixed column (29), and a second gear (30) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second fixed column (29).

8. The robotic arm for aerogel production equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that: The outer wall of the second gear (30) meshes with the outer wall of the first gear (27), and the outer wall of the second fixed post (29) is fixedly connected with a second fixed ring (31).