Battery cell clean room

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of battery cell six face cleaning equipment, the first cleaning mechanism includes first end face cleaning module and two first side face cleaning module, the first end face cleaning module is located above the conveying path of the conveying mechanism, two the first side face cleaning module is located the opposite side of the conveying path of the conveying mechanism;The second cleaning mechanism is adjacent to the conveying mechanism, and the second cleaning mechanism includes second end face cleaning module and two second side face cleaning module, two The second side face cleaning module is oppositely arranged, and the second end face cleaning module is below between two The second side face cleaning module;The material taking rotating mechanism works between conveying mechanism and second cleaning mechanism;The utility model can clean six faces of battery cell by the cooperation of first cleaning mechanism, second cleaning mechanism and material taking rotating mechanism, effectively ensure the cleanliness of battery cell, and improve the cleaning efficiency of battery cell.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automation equipment technology, specifically relating to a battery cell six-sided cleaning device. Background Technology

[0002] Cell cleaning is a critical step in battery production and maintenance. Its purpose is to remove dirt, dust, oil, metal debris and other impurities from the cell surface to ensure stable cell performance, improve safety and the quality of subsequent processes (such as assembly and packaging).

[0003] A battery cleaning device is disclosed in the prior art, as per utility model patent CN218340448U. It includes a housing with an electrostatic elimination mechanism inside; a conveying mechanism disposed within the housing and opposite to the electrostatic elimination mechanism, the conveying mechanism including a base and a driving component mounted on the base; a clamping mechanism mounted on the base for clamping both ends of a battery; and a roller brush mechanism movably disposed on the base. The driving component drives the roller brush mechanism to reciprocate in a preset direction to clean the surface of the battery. As can be seen from the above disclosure, this battery cleaning device can only clean two sides of the battery cell and cannot clean all six sides, thus failing to ensure overall cleanliness. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model provides a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells. Through the cooperation of a first cleaning mechanism, a second cleaning mechanism, and a material-picking and rotating mechanism, it can clean all six sides of the battery cell, effectively ensuring the cleanliness of the battery cell and improving the cleaning efficiency.

[0005] The technical effects to be achieved by this utility model are realized through the following technical aspects:

[0006] This utility model provides a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells, including a conveying mechanism, a first cleaning mechanism, a second cleaning mechanism, and a material picking and rotating mechanism;

[0007] The first cleaning mechanism includes a first end face cleaning module and two first side face cleaning modules. The first end face cleaning module is located above the conveying path of the conveying mechanism, and the two first side face cleaning modules are located on opposite sides of the conveying path of the conveying mechanism.

[0008] The second cleaning mechanism is arranged adjacent to the conveying mechanism. The second cleaning mechanism includes a second end face cleaning module and two second side face cleaning modules. The two second side face cleaning modules are arranged opposite to each other, and the second end face cleaning module is located below the two second side face cleaning modules.

[0009] The material handling and rotating mechanism operates between the conveying mechanism and the second cleaning mechanism.

[0010] In some implementations, the first end face cleaning module includes a first brush roller and a first drive assembly;

[0011] The drive end of the first drive component is connected to the first brush roller. The first drive component drives the first brush roller to rotate, thereby cleaning the end face of the battery cell.

[0012] In some implementations, the first end face cleaning module further includes a first dust extraction component;

[0013] The dust extraction port of the first dust extraction component faces the end face of the battery cell to be cleaned, and extracts and collects the dust and other substances that are released after cleaning to avoid re-contamination.

[0014] In some implementations, the material handling and rotating mechanism includes a material handling module, a rotating module, and a position adjustment module;

[0015] The drive end of the position adjustment module is connected to the rotation module, and the drive end of the rotation module is connected to the material picking module. Through the cooperation of the position adjustment module and the rotation module, the material picking module moves to a set position to complete the picking and placing of the battery cells.

[0016] In some implementations, the material handling module includes a clamping cylinder and a first clamping arm and a second clamping arm connected to the drive end of the clamping cylinder. The material handling module uses the clamping cylinder to drive and clamp the battery cells, which can ensure the stability of the material handling.

[0017] In some implementations, the position adjustment module includes a translation drive component that drives in the horizontal direction and a lifting drive component that drives in the vertical direction.

[0018] The driving end of the translation drive component is connected to the lifting drive component, and the driving end of the lifting drive component is connected to the rotation module to achieve the position adjustment function.

[0019] In some implementations, a first static electricity elimination mechanism and a second static electricity elimination mechanism are also included;

[0020] The first static electricity elimination mechanism is located on one side of the first cleaning mechanism, and the second static electricity elimination mechanism is located on one side of the second cleaning mechanism. Static electricity is eliminated during the cleaning process of the battery cell to ensure safety.

[0021] In some implementations, the first static electricity elimination mechanism is an ion fan, with the air outlet of the ion fan facing the working area of ​​the first cleaning mechanism to eliminate static electricity during the cleaning process of the battery cell, ensuring safety.

[0022] Some implementations also include a flipping mechanism;

[0023] The flipping mechanism is arranged adjacent to the second cleaning mechanism and is located on the working path of the material picking and rotating mechanism. It flips the battery cells to make their state adapt to the needs of the next work station, thereby achieving a fully automated operation effect.

[0024] In some implementations, the flipping mechanism includes a flipping limit seat, a clamping module, and a flipping module;

[0025] The clamping modules are located on opposite sides of the flipping limiting seat, and the driving end of the flipping module is connected to the flipping limiting seat to realize the flipping and unloading of the battery cell.

[0026] In summary, this utility model has at least the following advantages:

[0027] 1. The present invention provides a battery cell six-sided cleaning device, which completes the cleaning operation of the six sides of the battery cell by setting up a first cleaning mechanism, a second cleaning mechanism and a material picking and rotating mechanism, effectively ensuring the cleanliness of the battery cell.

[0028] 2. The present invention provides a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells. During the cleaning process of the six sides of the battery cell, only one rotation and reversal is required through the material picking and rotating mechanism. There is no need to perform multiple material picking and reversal operations, which effectively improves the cleaning efficiency of the battery cells. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first cleaning mechanism provided in Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second cleaning mechanism provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the material handling and rotating mechanism provided in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells provided in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells provided in Embodiment 4 of this utility model;

[0035] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of the flipping mechanism provided in Embodiment 4 of this utility model;

[0036] Marked in the image:

[0037] 100. Conveying mechanism;

[0038] 200, First cleaning mechanism; 210, First end face cleaning module; 211, First brush roller; 212, First drive assembly; 213, First dust extraction assembly; 220, First side cleaning module;

[0039] 300. Second cleaning mechanism; 310. Second end face cleaning module; 320. Second side face cleaning module;

[0040] 400. Material handling rotation mechanism; 410. Material handling module; 411. Clamping cylinder; 412. First clamping arm; 413. Second clamping arm; 420. Rotation module; 430. Position adjustment module; 431. Translation drive assembly; 432. Lifting drive assembly;

[0041] 500. First static electricity elimination mechanism;

[0042] 600. Second static electricity elimination mechanism;

[0043] 700, Flipping mechanism; 710, Flipping limit seat; 720, Clamping module; 730, Flipping module. Detailed Implementation

[0044] To facilitate understanding of the present invention, a more comprehensive description will be given below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The drawings illustrate preferred embodiments of the invention. However, the invention can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of the invention.

[0045] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component.

[0046] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention. In addition, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0047] 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 invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the description of the invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention.

[0048] Example 1:

[0049] Please see Figures 1-3 A battery cell six-sided cleaning device is disclosed, used for cleaning six sides of a battery cell. The cleaning device includes a conveying mechanism 100, a first cleaning mechanism 200, a second cleaning mechanism 300, and a material picking and rotating mechanism 400. The conveying mechanism 100 is used for conveying and feeding the battery cell to the first cleaning mechanism 200. The first cleaning mechanism 200 is used for cleaning one end face and two sides of the battery cell. The second cleaning mechanism 300 is used for cleaning the other end face and two sides of the battery cell. The material picking and rotating mechanism 400 is used for picking up the cleaned battery cell from the conveying mechanism 100 and rotating it to the second cleaning mechanism 300 for cleaning.

[0050] The first cleaning mechanism 200 includes a first end face cleaning module 210 and two first side face cleaning modules 220. The first end face cleaning module 210 is located above the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 100, and the two first side face cleaning modules 220 are located on opposite sides of the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 100. The second cleaning mechanism 300 is arranged adjacent to the conveying mechanism 100. The second cleaning mechanism 300 includes a second end face cleaning module 310 and two second side face cleaning modules 320. The two second side face cleaning modules 320 are arranged opposite to each other, and the second end face cleaning module 310 is located below the two second side face cleaning modules 320. The material handling and rotating mechanism 400 operates between the conveying mechanism 100 and the second cleaning mechanism 300.

[0051] Understandably, the six sides of a battery cell include a top side, a bottom side, and four side sides, with the four side sides arranged in pairs opposite each other.

[0052] In one example, the first cleaning mechanism 200 is used to clean the upper end face and two oppositely arranged side faces. Specifically, the first end face cleaning module 210 is used to clean the upper end face, and the two first side face cleaning modules 220 are used to clean the two oppositely arranged side faces. The battery cell is conveyed by the conveying mechanism 100 to the corresponding positions of the first end face cleaning module 210 and the two first side face cleaning modules 220 for cleaning of the corresponding faces, and continues to move to the end of the conveying mechanism 100 under the action of the conveying mechanism 100.

[0053] The second cleaning mechanism 300 is used for cleaning the lower end face and two oppositely arranged sides. Specifically, the second end face cleaning module 310 is used for cleaning the lower end face, and the two second side cleaning modules 320 are used for cleaning the other two oppositely arranged sides. After the battery cell completes the cleaning function at the first cleaning mechanism 200, the battery cell at the end of the conveying mechanism 100 is taken away by the material picking and rotating mechanism 400 and rotated and reversed before the corresponding surface is cleaned at the second cleaning mechanism 300.

[0054] In some embodiments, the first end face cleaning module 210 includes a first brush roller 211 and a first drive assembly 212; the drive end of the first drive assembly 212 is connected to the first brush roller 211, and the first brush roller 211 is driven to rotate by the first drive assembly 212, thereby cleaning the end face of the battery cell.

[0055] As is known, the first end face cleaning module 210 is located above the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 100 and is used to clean the upper end face of the battery cell. When the battery cell is conveyed to the lower end of the first brush roller 211 through the conveying mechanism 100, the first brush roller 211 rotates under the action of the first drive assembly 212 and comes into close contact with the upper end face of the battery cell to perform a rolling brush on the upper end face of the battery cell, thereby completing the cleaning function.

[0056] In some embodiments, the first end face cleaning module 210 further includes a first dust extraction component 213; the dust extraction port of the first dust extraction component 213 faces the end face of the battery cell to be cleaned, and extracts and collects the dust and other substances that are emitted after cleaning, so as to avoid causing re-contamination.

[0057] Specifically, the first dust extraction component 213 includes a dust extraction port and a dust extraction device for connecting to an external dust extraction device. The dust extraction port is directed toward the end face of the battery cell to be cleaned. During the rolling brushing process of the first brush roller 211, the dust and other materials that have escaped are extracted and collected.

[0058] It should be noted that the construction of the two first side cleaning modules 220 is similar to that of the first end cleaning module 210. The first side cleaning module 220 includes a brush and a drive assembly for driving the brush roller to roll, and also includes a dust extraction assembly for dust extraction, with the dust extraction port of the dust extraction assembly facing the side of the battery cell to be cleaned.

[0059] This embodiment provides a six-sided cleaning device for battery cells. Through the coordination of a first cleaning mechanism 200, a second cleaning mechanism 300, and a material-picking and rotating mechanism 400, it completes the cleaning of all six sides of the battery cell, effectively ensuring the cleanliness of the cell. During the cleaning process, only one rotation and reversal is required via the material-picking and rotating mechanism 400, eliminating the need for multiple material picking and reversal operations, thus effectively improving the cleaning efficiency of the battery cell.

[0060] Example 2:

[0061] This embodiment makes further structural optimizations based on Embodiment 1. Please refer to... Figures 1-3 Based on the above, refer to Figure 4 .

[0062] In this embodiment, the material picking and rotating mechanism 400 includes a material picking module 410, a rotating module 420, and a position adjustment module 430. The driving end of the position adjustment module 430 is connected to the rotating module 420, and the driving end of the rotating module 420 is connected to the material picking module 410. Through the cooperation of the position adjustment module 430 and the rotating module 420, the material picking module 410 moves to a set position to complete the picking and placing of the battery cell.

[0063] During the specific operation, the position adjustment module 430 drives the material picking module 410 to move to the end of the conveying mechanism 100. The material picking module 410 picks up the battery cell that has been cleaned on the conveying mechanism 100. Then, as the position adjustment module 430 drives the material picking module 410 to move to the position of the second cleaning mechanism 300, the rotation module 420 drives the material picking module 410 to rotate, that is, to rotate and change the direction of the battery cell. After the battery cell is reversed, the material picking module 410 continues to drive the battery cell through the second cleaning mechanism 300 for cleaning under the action of the position adjustment module 430.

[0064] In some embodiments, the material handling module 410 includes a clamping cylinder 411 and a first clamping arm 412 and a second clamping arm 413 connected to the drive end of the clamping cylinder 411. The battery cell is handled by clamping it with the drive of the clamping cylinder 411, which can ensure the stability of the material handling.

[0065] When it is necessary to remove the battery cell, the clamping cylinder 411 drives the first clamping arm 412 and the second clamping arm 413 to move closer to each other, so that the battery cell is clamped between the first clamping arm 412 and the second clamping arm 413.

[0066] Here, it is understood that the first clamping arm 412 and the second clamping arm 413 clamp the two opposite sides of the battery cell that have already been cleaned at the first cleaning mechanism 200, so that when the first clamping arm 412 and the second clamping arm 413 clamp the battery cell and move it to the second cleaning mechanism 300, it will not affect the cleaning effect of the second cleaning mechanism 300 on the other two opposite sides of the battery cell. It is further understood that after the rotation module 420 rotates the battery cell, the other two opposite sides of the battery cell correspond to the two second side cleaning modules 320 at the second cleaning mechanism 300.

[0067] In some embodiments, the position adjustment module 430 includes a translation drive component 431 driven in the horizontal direction and a lifting drive component 432 driven in the vertical direction; the driving end of the translation drive component 431 is connected to the lifting drive component 432, and the driving end of the lifting drive component 432 is connected to the rotation module 420 to achieve the position adjustment function.

[0068] In actual operation, after the translation drive assembly 431 drives the material picking module 410 to move above the battery cell, the lifting drive assembly 432 drives the material picking module 410 to move downward to the top of the battery cell. After the material picking module 410 picks up the battery cell, the translation drive assembly 431 drives the material picking module 410 to move towards the second cleaning mechanism 300. The rotation module 420 drives the material picking module 410 to rotate, that is, to rotate and change the direction of the battery cell. After the battery cell is changed, it continues to move to the second cleaning mechanism 300 under the driving action of the translation drive assembly 431 to perform the cleaning action on the corresponding surface.

[0069] In this embodiment, by setting up a translation drive component 431 and a lifting drive component 432, the material picking module 410 is driven to complete the movement of the battery cell between the end of the conveying mechanism 100 and the second cleaning mechanism 300, thereby realizing automatic picking and placing of the battery cell and improving work efficiency.

[0070] Example 3:

[0071] This embodiment makes further structural optimizations based on Embodiments 1 and 2. Please refer to... Figures 1-4 Based on the above, refer to Figure 5 .

[0072] In this embodiment, the device further includes a first static elimination mechanism 500 and a second static elimination mechanism 600; the first static elimination mechanism 500 is located on one side of the first cleaning mechanism 200, and the second static elimination mechanism 600 is located on one side of the second cleaning mechanism 300. The first static elimination mechanism 500 and the second static elimination mechanism 600 are respectively used to eliminate static electricity in the battery cell at the first cleaning mechanism 200 and the second cleaning mechanism 300 to ensure safety.

[0073] Specifically, the first static electricity elimination mechanism 500 is an ion fan, and the air outlet of the ion fan faces the working area of ​​the first cleaning mechanism 200 to eliminate static electricity during the cleaning process of the battery cell, ensuring safety.

[0074] Similarly, the second static electricity elimination mechanism 600 is also an ion fan. The air outlet of the ion fan faces the working area of ​​the second cleaning mechanism 300 to eliminate static electricity during the cleaning process of the battery cell, ensuring safety.

[0075] Example 4:

[0076] This embodiment makes further structural optimizations based on Embodiments 1 and 2. Please refer to... Figures 1-4 Based on the above, refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 .

[0077] In this embodiment, the device also includes a flipping mechanism 700; the flipping mechanism 700 is arranged adjacent to the second cleaning mechanism 300, and the flipping mechanism 700 is located on the working path of the material picking and rotating mechanism 400. After the material picking and rotating mechanism 400 places the battery cell in the flipping mechanism 700, the flipping mechanism 700 flips the battery cell to make its state adapt to the needs of the next work station, so as to achieve a fully automated operation effect.

[0078] Specifically, the flipping mechanism 700 includes a flipping limit seat 710, a clamping module 720, and a flipping module 730; the clamping module 720 is located on opposite sides of the flipping limit seat 710, and the drive end of the flipping module 730 is connected to the flipping limit seat 710 to realize the flipping and unloading of the battery cell.

[0079] In one example, when the material handling and rotating mechanism 400 places the battery cell in the flipping limit seat 710, the battery cell is in a vertical position. After the clamping module 720 clamps the opposite sides of the battery cell, the flipping module 730 drives the flipping limit seat 710 to rotate, so that the battery cell is in a horizontal position, so that it can adapt to the needs of the next operation process.

[0080] The above description is merely an example and illustration of the structure of this invention, and while the description is specific and detailed, it should not be construed as limiting the scope of this invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this invention, and these obvious substitutions all fall within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A battery cell six-sided cleaning device, characterized in that, It includes a conveying mechanism (100), a first cleaning mechanism (200), a second cleaning mechanism (300), and a material handling and rotating mechanism (400). The first cleaning mechanism (200) includes a first end face cleaning module (210) and two first side face cleaning modules (220). The first end face cleaning module (210) is located above the conveying path of the conveying mechanism (100), and the two first side face cleaning modules (220) are located on opposite sides of the conveying path of the conveying mechanism (100). The second cleaning mechanism (300) is disposed adjacent to the conveying mechanism (100). The second cleaning mechanism (300) includes a second end face cleaning module (310) and two second side face cleaning modules (320). The two second side face cleaning modules (320) are disposed opposite to each other. The second end face cleaning module (310) is located below the two second side face cleaning modules (320). The material handling and rotating mechanism (400) operates between the conveying mechanism (100) and the second cleaning mechanism (300).

2. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first end face cleaning module (210) includes a first brush roller (211) and a first drive assembly (212). The drive end of the first drive component (212) is connected to the first brush roller (211).

3. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first end face cleaning module (210) also includes a first dust extraction component (213); The dust extraction port of the first dust extraction component (213) faces the end face of the battery cell to be cleaned.

4. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling and rotating mechanism (400) includes a material handling module (410), a rotating module (420), and a position adjustment module (430). The driving end of the position adjustment module (430) is connected to the rotation module (420), and the driving end of the rotation module (420) is connected to the material handling module (410).

5. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The material handling module (410) includes a clamping cylinder (411) and a first clamping arm (412) and a second clamping arm (413) connected to the drive end of the clamping cylinder (411).

6. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The position adjustment module (430) includes a translation drive assembly (431) driven in the horizontal direction and a lifting drive assembly (432) driven in the vertical direction. The driving end of the translation drive assembly (431) is connected to the lifting drive assembly (432), and the driving end of the lifting drive assembly (432) is connected to the rotation module (420).

7. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, It also includes a first static elimination mechanism (500) and a second static elimination mechanism (600); The first static electricity elimination mechanism (500) is located on one side of the first cleaning mechanism (200), and the second static electricity elimination mechanism (600) is located on one side of the second cleaning mechanism (300).

8. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first static electricity elimination mechanism (500) is an ion fan, and the air outlet of the ion fan faces the working area of ​​the first cleaning mechanism (200).

9. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, It also includes a tilting mechanism (700); The flipping mechanism (700) is arranged adjacent to the second cleaning mechanism (300), and the flipping mechanism (700) is located on the working path of the material picking and rotating mechanism (400).

10. The battery cell six-sided cleaning equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism (700) includes a flipping limit seat (710), a clamping module (720), and a flipping module (730). The clamping module (720) is located on opposite sides of the flipping limit seat (710), and the driving end of the flipping module (730) is connected to the flipping limit seat (710).

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