A packaging removal mechanism and a photovoltaic module production system

Abstract

The application relates to a packaging removal mechanism and a photovoltaic module production system. The packaging removal mechanism comprises a conveying device and a cutting device. The conveying device comprises a moving mechanism and a clamping mechanism; the cutting device comprises a cutting platform and a cutting mechanism. The clamping mechanism is connected to the moving mechanism, the moving mechanism can drive the clamping mechanism to move in a three-dimensional space, the cutting platform has a packaging removal position, and the clamping mechanism is used for placing the material on the cutting platform and then releasing the material under the driving of the moving mechanism. After the material is placed on the packaging removal position, the cutting end of the cutting mechanism is used for removing the packaging of the material on the packaging removal position. The function of automatically removing the outer packaging of the battery piece is realized, the removal efficiency is improved, and the dependence on manual work is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of photovoltaic module manufacturing technology, and in particular to a packaging unpacking mechanism and a photovoltaic module manufacturing system. Background Technology

[0002] The production process of photovoltaic modules involves numerous steps, among which the unpacking and unpacking of materials is a crucial one. Taking solar cells as an example, the packaging not only protects the cells from physical, chemical, and biological damage during storage and transportation but also facilitates product storage, transportation, and sales. However, the packaging of incoming solar cells is quite complex, consisting of two inner plastic shells, an inner plastic bag, an outer protective shell, and an outer plastic bag on both sides. Currently, the entire industry relies primarily on manual labor to unpack the inner and outer packaging of solar cells. However, with the rapid development of the photovoltaic industry and the continuous increase in single-line production capacity, manual unpacking is inefficient and cannot meet the ever-growing production demands. On the other hand, prolonged repetitive work can easily lead to worker fatigue, making it difficult to ensure that the product is not damaged during the unpacking process. Moreover, the large amount of manual operation inevitably leads to a significant increase in labor costs, thereby increasing manufacturing expenses. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a packaging removal mechanism and a photovoltaic module production system to address the issue of packaging removal efficiency.

[0004] A packaging removal mechanism includes:

[0005] A conveying device includes a moving mechanism and a clamping mechanism; the clamping mechanism is connected to the moving mechanism, and the moving mechanism is used to drive the clamping mechanism to move in three-dimensional space, wherein the clamping mechanism is used to clamp materials;

[0006] A cutting device, comprising a cutting platform and a cutting mechanism; the cutting platform has an unpacking position for placing materials; the cutting end of the cutting mechanism is used to remove the packaging of the materials at the unpacking position.

[0007] In one embodiment, a through hole is provided on the cutting platform, and the through hole at least partially coincides with the unpacking position; the cutting mechanism includes a cutting end driving mechanism, and the cutting end of the cutting mechanism is configured as a cutting blade; the cutting blade is connected to the cutting end driving mechanism, and the cutting end driving mechanism is used to drive the cutting blade to penetrate into the through hole and reciprocate along the inside of the through hole.

[0008] In one embodiment, the through hole is configured as a cross-shaped slot, with the center of the cross-shaped slot located within the unpacking position;

[0009] The cutting end drive mechanism includes: a vertical cylinder, a rotary cylinder, and a slide cylinder; the output end of the vertical cylinder is connected to the rotary cylinder and is used to drive the rotary cylinder to move along the vertical direction.

[0010] The output end of the rotary cylinder is connected to the slide cylinder. The slide cylinder is equipped with a slider that can move in the horizontal direction, and the cutting blade is mounted on the slider.

[0011] The output end of the rotary cylinder is used to drive the slide cylinder to rotate relative to the vertical direction.

[0012] In one embodiment, the surface of the cutting platform is provided with a first alignment plate and a second alignment plate; the area of ​​the first alignment plate is larger than that of the second alignment plate;

[0013] Both the first and second alignment plates are connected to the surface of the cutting platform via a leveling cylinder; the leveling cylinder is used to drive the second and first alignment plates to move along the surface of the cutting platform.

[0014] In one embodiment, the cutting device further includes a substrate disposed below the cutting platform, and a support column is provided on the surface of the substrate to support the cutting platform; a vertical cylinder is fixed on the surface of the substrate.

[0015] In one embodiment, the moving mechanism includes a horizontal linear module, a vertical linear module, and a robotic arm;

[0016] The horizontal linear module includes a horizontal slider that can move in the horizontal direction, and the vertical linear module includes a vertical slider that can move in the vertical direction. The robotic arm is provided with a mounting end; the clamping mechanism is connected to the mounting end.

[0017] The robotic arm is connected to the vertical slider, and the vertical linear module is connected to the horizontal slider.

[0018] In one embodiment, the horizontal linear module further includes: a horizontal guide rail, a horizontal ball screw, and a horizontal drive motor;

[0019] The horizontal slider is movably connected to the horizontal ball screw, and the horizontal slider is slidably connected to the horizontal guide rail; the horizontal drive motor is used to drive the horizontal ball screw to rotate, and the horizontal ball screw is used to drive the horizontal slider to slide along the horizontal guide rail.

[0020] The vertical linear module also includes: a vertical guide rail, a vertical ball screw, and a vertical drive motor;

[0021] The vertical slider is movably connected to the vertical ball screw, and the vertical slider is slidably connected to the vertical guide rail; the vertical drive motor is used to drive the vertical ball screw to rotate, and the vertical ball screw is used to drive the vertical slider to slide along the vertical guide rail.

[0022] In one embodiment, the horizontal linear module further includes: a horizontal cable chain, one end of which is connected to a horizontal guide rail and the other end of which is connected to a horizontal slider;

[0023] A vertical cable chain, with one end connected to a vertical guide rail and the other end connected to a vertical slider.

[0024] In one embodiment, the clamping mechanism is configured as a bidirectional slide.

[0025] The bidirectional slide includes a cylinder, a main body, and clamping plates on both sides of the main body; the main body is connected to the mounting end, and the clamping plates on both sides can be relatively close or relatively far apart, thereby clamping materials;

[0026] The cylinder body is located inside the main body, and the telescopic end of the cylinder is connected to the two side plates.

[0027] The clamps are provided with air extraction holes, which are located on the opposite surfaces of the two clamps; the air extraction holes are used to connect to the air extraction pipeline.

[0028] A photovoltaic module production system, including a packaging unpacking mechanism as described above.

[0029] The aforementioned packaging removal mechanism includes a conveying device and a cutting device. The conveying device includes a moving mechanism and a clamping mechanism; the cutting device includes a cutting platform and a cutting mechanism. The clamping mechanism is connected to the moving mechanism, which can drive the clamping mechanism to move in three-dimensional space. The cutting platform has an unpacking position, and the clamping mechanism, driven by the moving mechanism, clamps the material and moves it to the unpacking position before releasing the material. After the material is placed at the unpacking position, the cutting end of the cutting mechanism is used to remove the packaging of the material at that position. This achieves automated unpacking of battery cells, improves unpacking efficiency, and reduces reliance on manual labor.

[0030] A photovoltaic module production system has the aforementioned beneficial effects. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the packaging removal mechanism in an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting device in the embodiments of this application.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting mechanism in the embodiments of this application.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the transport device in the embodiments of this application.

[0035] Icon labels:

[0036] 1000. Handling device; 1010. Moving mechanism; 1020. Clamping mechanism; 1021. Main body; 1022. Clamping plate; 1023. Air extraction port; 1030. Horizontal linear module; 1031. Horizontal slider; 1032. Horizontal drive motor; 1033. Horizontal cable chain; 1040. Vertical linear module; 1041. Vertical slider; 1042. Vertical drive motor; 1043. Vertical cable chain; 1050. Robotic arm;

[0037] 2000, Cutting device; 2010, Cutting platform; 2011, Through hole; 2012, First alignment plate; 2013, Second alignment plate; 2014, Alignment cylinder; 2020, Cutting mechanism; 2021, Cutting end drive mechanism; 2022, Cutting blade; 2023, Vertical cylinder; 2024, Rotary cylinder; 2025, Slide cylinder; 2030, Base plate; 2031, Support column. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0039] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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 application.

[0040] Furthermore, where the terms "first" and "second" appear, these terms are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, where the term "multiple" appears, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0041] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., 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, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0042] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the use of descriptions such as "above" or "below" the second feature indicates that the first and second features are in direct contact or indirect contact via an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. Similarly, "below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0043] It should be noted that if an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. If an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. If so, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0044] See Figures 1-4 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the packaging removal mechanism in the embodiments of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting device in the embodiments of this application. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting mechanism in the embodiments of this application. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the handling device in an embodiment of this application. The packaging unloading mechanism shown includes a handling device 1000 and a cutting device 2000. The handling device 1000 includes a moving mechanism 1010 and a clamping mechanism 1020; the cutting device 2000 includes a cutting platform 2010 and a cutting mechanism 2020.

[0045] The clamping mechanism 1020 is connected to the moving mechanism 1010. The moving mechanism 1010 can drive the clamping mechanism 1020 to move in three-dimensional space. The cutting platform 2010 has an unpacking position. The clamping mechanism 1020, driven by the moving mechanism 1010, clamps the material and moves it to the unpacking position before releasing the material. After the material is placed at the unpacking position, the cutting end of the cutting mechanism 2020 is used to remove the packaging of the material at the unpacking position.

[0046] Here, "materials" refers to various items with outer packaging, and the packaging can be removed by cutting within this mechanism. For example, in the photovoltaic module field, materials can be defined as unopened solar cells.

[0047] The unpacking location refers to the space on the cutting platform 2010 used to place materials. The specific unpacking location can be changed according to the actual situation of the materials, and this article will not limit it too much.

[0048] The moving mechanism 1010 of the handling device 1000 can quickly transport materials from different locations to the unpacking position, reducing the time and labor intensity of manual handling. Meanwhile, the high-efficiency cutting capability of the cutting device 2000 can quickly remove material packaging, automating the entire unpacking process and greatly improving the efficiency of unpacking work. The automated unpacking process reduces direct contact between operators and cutting tools, lowering the risk of operator injury. Furthermore, the design of the cutting platform 2010 and positioning device ensures the stability of the material during the cutting process, preventing safety accidents caused by material movement.

[0049] The three-dimensional spatial movement capability of the moving mechanism 1010 allows the packaging removal mechanism to adapt to materials at different positions and heights. The adjustability of the clamping mechanism 1020 and the flexibility of the cutting mechanism 2020 enable it to handle packaging materials of different shapes, sizes, and materials.

[0050] In some embodiments of this application, the cutting platform 2010 has a through hole 2011, and the cutting mechanism 2020 includes a cutting end driving mechanism 2021 and a cutting blade 2022. The cutting blade 2022 is connected to the cutting end driving mechanism 2021, and the through hole 2011 at least partially coincides with the unpacking position. The cooperation relationship is as follows: the clamping mechanism 1020 of the conveying device 1000, driven by the moving mechanism 1010, places the material at the unpacking position. At this time, the cutting end driving mechanism 2021 drives the connected cutting blade 2022 to penetrate into the through hole 2011, which at least partially coincides with the unpacking position, and moves reciprocally along the inside of the through hole 2011 to remove the packaging of the material located at the unpacking position.

[0051] A through hole 2011 is machined on the cutting platform 2010, ensuring that the through hole 2011 at least partially corresponds to the unpacking position; the cutting blade 2022 is mounted on the cutting end drive mechanism 2021, so that the cutting end drive mechanism 2021 can drive the cutting blade 2022 to move, allowing the cutting blade 2022 to pass through the through hole 2011 and reciprocate along the inside of the through hole 2011.

[0052] Due to the correspondence between the through hole 2011 and the unpacking position, the cutting blade 2022 moves within the through hole 2011, enabling precise cutting of the material packaging, improving cutting accuracy, and avoiding accidental cutting of material. The movement of the cutting blade 2022 within the through hole 2011 reduces its wobbling and offset during the cutting process, protecting the cutting blade 2022, extending its service life, and reducing maintenance costs.

[0053] Waste materials from cutting the packaging can fall through the through-hole 2011, making them easy to collect and clean, maintaining a clean working environment, and facilitating subsequent work.

[0054] The cutting blade 2022 moves within the through hole 2011. The relatively enclosed movement space reduces the risk of operators coming into contact with the cutting blade 2022, improves operational safety, and reduces the possibility of workplace accidents.

[0055] In some embodiments of this application, the through hole 2011 on the cutting platform 2010 is a cross-shaped slot, the center of which is located within the unpacking position. The cutting end drive mechanism 2021 includes a vertical cylinder 2023, a rotary cylinder 2024, and a sliding cylinder 2025. The output end of the vertical cylinder 2023 is connected to the rotary cylinder 2024, and the output end of the rotary cylinder 2024 is connected to the sliding cylinder 2025. The sliding cylinder 2025 has a horizontally movable slider, and the cutting blade 2022 is mounted on the slider. After the handling device 1000 places the material at the unpacking position, the vertical cylinder 2023 drives the rotary cylinder 2024 to move vertically, so that the cutting blade 2022 can approach the material packaging. The rotary cylinder 2024 drives the sliding cylinder 2025 to rotate relative to the vertical direction, adjusting the angle of the cutting blade 2022 so that the cutting blade 2022 is aligned with the cross-shaped slot. The slider of the slide cylinder 2025 drives the cutting blade 2022 to move horizontally, so that the cutting blade 2022 can reciprocate along the inside of the cross-shaped slot to cut the material packaging.

[0056] A cross-shaped slot is machined on the cutting platform 2010, ensuring its center is within the unpacking position. The vertical cylinder 2023, the rotary cylinder 2024, and the slide cylinder 2025 are connected in sequence. The output end of the vertical cylinder 2023 is connected to the rotary cylinder 2024, and the output end of the rotary cylinder 2024 is connected to the slide cylinder 2025. The cutting blade 2022 is installed on the slider of the slide cylinder 2025.

[0057] The cross-shaped slot design allows the cutting blade 2022 to cut material packaging from multiple directions, improving cutting integrity and efficiency, and enabling more comprehensive packaging removal. The combined use of multiple cylinders allows the cutting blade 2022 to move vertically and horizontally, and its angle can be adjusted, enabling it to flexibly adapt to different cutting needs and enhancing the versatility and adaptability of the cutting mechanism 2020. Furthermore, this design makes the cutting process more precise and controllable, reducing the probability of cutting errors and further ensuring material safety.

[0058] In some embodiments of this application, a first alignment plate 2012 and a second alignment plate 2013 are mounted on the surface of the cutting platform 2010. The two plates have different areas, with the first alignment plate 2012 having a larger area than the second alignment plate 2013. Both alignment plates are connected to the surface of the cutting platform 2010 via a leveling cylinder 2014, which serves to connect and drive the alignment plates to move.

[0059] Install the leveling cylinder 2014 at a suitable position on the surface of the cutting platform 2010. Based on the actual spatial layout and material dimensions, determine the connection points between the first leveling plate 2012 and the second leveling plate 2013 and the leveling cylinder 2014. Securely connect the two leveling plates to the drive end of the leveling cylinder 2014. During installation, ensure that the leveling plates do not interfere with other components on the cutting platform 2010 during movement and that they cover a certain area around the unpacking location to meet the leveling requirements for materials of different sizes.

[0060] After the material is placed at the unpacking position on the cutting platform 2010 by the handling device 1000, the leveling cylinder 2014 is activated, driving the first leveling plate 2012 and the second leveling plate 2013 to move along the surface of the cutting platform 2010. Through the coordinated movement of the two leveling plates, the material is pushed to a specific position, achieving leveling of the material's position and ensuring that the material is in the correct posture at the unpacking position, facilitating accurate cutting of the material packaging by the subsequent cutting mechanism 2020. By adjusting the material to a precise position through the leveling plates, the cutting blade 2022 can cut the material packaging more accurately, avoiding cutting errors caused by material position deviations and improving unpacking quality.

[0061] The different sizes of the alignment plates and the movable design allow the equipment to adapt to materials of different shapes and sizes. For smaller materials, fine alignment can be achieved using the second alignment plate 2013; for larger materials, the position can be adjusted using the first alignment plate 2012, enhancing the equipment's versatility for different materials.

[0062] Accurate material positioning allows the cutting blade 2022 to be subjected to more even force during the cutting process, reducing abnormal wear caused by cutting position deviation, extending the service life of the cutting blade 2022 and other related components, and reducing equipment maintenance costs.

[0063] In some embodiments of this application, the substrate 2030 is disposed below the cutting platform 2010, and the surface of the substrate 2030 has support columns to support the cutting platform 2010, forming a stable structural foundation. The vertical cylinder 2023 is fixed to the surface of the substrate 2030 and, as part of the cutting end drive mechanism 2021, together with other components, constitutes the cutting mechanism 2020.

[0064] First, install the support column at a suitable position on the surface of the substrate 2030, then place the cutting platform 2010 on the support column and fix it in place, ensuring that the cutting platform 2010 is stable. Then, install the vertical cylinder 2023 on the surface of the substrate 2030, ensuring that it is firmly installed and that its movement is unobstructed. At the same time, pay attention to adjusting the connection position and angle between the vertical cylinder 2023 and other components so that the entire cutting mechanism 2020 can work normally and collaboratively.

[0065] When material packaging needs to be cut, the base plate 2030 provides support and a mounting foundation for the entire cutting device 2000. Support columns ensure the stability of the cutting platform 2010, allowing the material to be placed smoothly at the unpacking position on the cutting platform 2010. The vertical cylinder 2023, fixed to the base plate 2030, is activated, driving the connected rotary cylinder 2024 to move vertically, which in turn moves the slide cylinder 2025 and the cutting blade 2022, bringing the cutting blade 2022 closer to the material packaging for subsequent cutting operations.

[0066] The base plate 2030 provides a stable support structure for the cutting device 2000. The support columns ensure the stability of the cutting platform 2010, preventing material from shaking during the cutting process and improving cutting accuracy and stability. Fixing the vertical cylinder 2023 to the base plate 2030 ensures the stability and reliability of its movement, avoiding cutting errors caused by insecure installation.

[0067] In some embodiments of this application, the moving mechanism 1010 includes a horizontal linear module 1030, a vertical linear module 1040, and a robotic arm 1050. The horizontal linear module 1030 has a horizontally movable horizontal slider 1031, the vertical linear module 1040 has a vertically movable vertical slider 1041, the robotic arm 1050 has a mounting end, a clamping mechanism 1020 is connected to the mounting end of the robotic arm 1050, the robotic arm 1050 is connected to the vertical slider 1041, and the vertical linear module 1040 is connected to the horizontal slider 1031.

[0068] First, install the horizontal linear module 1030 on a suitable support structure to ensure stable operation. Then, install the vertical linear module 1040 onto the horizontal slider 1031, ensuring a secure connection and that the vertical linear module 1040 can move horizontally with the horizontal slider 1031. Next, connect the robotic arm 1050 to the vertical slider 1041, ensuring that the robotic arm 1050 can move vertically with the vertical slider 1041. Finally, install the clamping mechanism 1020 onto the mounting end of the robotic arm 1050, ensuring a stable connection and that the clamping mechanism 1020 functions properly.

[0069] When materials need to be moved, the horizontal slider 1031 of the horizontal linear module 1030 drives the connected vertical linear module 1040 to move horizontally, bringing the robotic arm 1050 and the clamping mechanism 1020 to the horizontal position where the material is located. Next, the vertical slider 1041 of the vertical linear module 1040 drives the robotic arm 1050 to move vertically, bringing the clamping mechanism 1020 closer to the material. Then, the robotic arm 1050 uses its flexibility to adjust its posture, ensuring the clamping mechanism 1020 accurately grips the material. Afterwards, the horizontal linear module 1030 and the vertical linear module 1040 work together to move the material to the unpacking position on the cutting platform 2010, and finally, the robotic arm 1050 adjusts its posture to lower the material.

[0070] The combination of the horizontal linear module 1030 and the vertical linear module 1040 allows the clamping mechanism 1020 to move flexibly in both horizontal and vertical directions, expanding its handling range. The addition of the robotic arm 1050 enables the clamping mechanism 1020 to adjust its posture flexibly during handling, better adapting to materials of different shapes and positions, and improving the accuracy and flexibility of handling. This structural design allows the handling device 1000 to efficiently and accurately transport materials to designated locations, enhancing the overall efficiency and practicality of the packaging and unloading mechanism.

[0071] In some embodiments of this application, the horizontal linear module 1030 includes a horizontal guide rail, a horizontal ball screw (not shown in the figure), a horizontal drive motor 1032, and a horizontal slider 1031. The horizontal slider 1031 is movably connected to the horizontal ball screw and slidably connected to the horizontal guide rail. The horizontal drive motor 1032 drives the horizontal ball screw. The vertical linear module 1040 includes a vertical guide rail, a vertical ball screw (not shown in the figure), a vertical drive motor 1042, and a vertical slider 1041. The vertical slider 1041 is movably connected to the vertical ball screw and slidably connected to the vertical guide rail. The vertical drive motor 1042 drives the vertical ball screw. After the horizontal drive motor 1032 starts, it drives the horizontal ball screw to rotate. Since the horizontal slider 1031 is movably connected to the horizontal ball screw, when the screw rotates, the horizontal slider 1031 will slide horizontally along the horizontal guide rail, thereby realizing the horizontal movement function of the horizontal linear module 1030. Similarly, the vertical drive motor 1042 drives the vertical ball screw to rotate, causing the vertical slider 1041 to slide vertically along the vertical guide rail, thereby realizing the vertical movement function of the vertical linear module 1040.

[0072] First, the horizontal and vertical guide rails need to be installed on the fixed support structure, ensuring that the guide rails are firmly installed and that the horizontal and vertical accuracy meets the requirements. Then, the horizontal and vertical ball screws are installed, parallel to their corresponding guide rails, ensuring coaxiality. The horizontal drive motor 1032 and vertical drive motor 1042 are installed in appropriate positions and connected to their corresponding ball screws via couplings or other transmission devices to ensure stable power transmission. Finally, the horizontal slider 1031 is installed on the horizontal guide rail and horizontal ball screw, and the vertical slider 1041 is installed on the vertical guide rail and vertical ball screw, ensuring that the sliders can slide smoothly on the guide rails.

[0073] The ball screw and guide rail work together to achieve high-precision linear motion. Independent horizontal and vertical drives allow for precise control of the position of the moving mechanism 1010 in a two-dimensional plane, improving the positioning accuracy of material handling. Simultaneously, the ball screw drive offers advantages such as high efficiency, low friction, and high load-bearing capacity, ensuring the rapid and stable operation of the moving mechanism 1010, adapting to the handling needs of materials of varying weights, and improving the overall efficiency and reliability of the packaging and unloading mechanism.

[0074] In some embodiments of this application, the horizontal linear module 1030, in addition to the horizontal guide rail, horizontal ball screw, horizontal drive motor 1032, and horizontal slider 1031, also has a horizontal cable chain 1033, one end of which is connected to the horizontal guide rail and the other end of which is connected to the horizontal slider 1031; the vertical linear module 1040, in addition to the vertical guide rail, vertical ball screw, vertical drive motor 1042, and vertical slider 1041, has a vertical cable chain 1043, one end of which is connected to the vertical guide rail and the other end of which is connected to the vertical slider 1041.

[0075] First, determine the appropriate lengths of the horizontal cable chain 1033 and the vertical cable chain 1043 to ensure they can extend and retract normally within the maximum stroke range of the slider. Secure one end of the horizontal cable chain 1033 reliably to the appropriate position on the horizontal guide rail, and the other end to the horizontal slider 1031; secure one end of the vertical cable chain 1043 to the vertical guide rail, and the other end to the vertical slider 1041. During installation, ensure the cable chains are installed in the correct direction, allowing for smooth bending and extension, and avoid jamming or twisting.

[0076] When the horizontal drive motor 1032 drives the horizontal ball screw to make the horizontal slider 1031 slide along the horizontal guide rail, the horizontal cable chain 1033 will extend and retract accordingly as the horizontal slider 1031 moves. Similarly, when the vertical drive motor 1042 drives the vertical ball screw to make the vertical slider 1041 slide along the vertical guide rail, the vertical cable chain 1043 will extend and retract as the vertical slider 1041 moves, ensuring that the cables, oil pipes, etc. connected in the cable chain can move with the slider without being pulled or worn.

[0077] Cable chains protect the cables and hoses connected to them, preventing them from rubbing or colliding with other components during slider movement. This extends the service life of the cables and hoses and reduces equipment maintenance costs. At the same time, cable chains keep cables and hoses neatly arranged, preventing tangled cables from affecting normal equipment operation and facilitating routine inspection and maintenance.

[0078] In some embodiments of this application, the clamping mechanism 1020 employs a bidirectional slide, which includes a cylinder, a main body 1021, and clamping plates 1022 located on both sides of the main body 1021. The main body 1021 is connected to the mounting end of the robotic arm 1050. The cylinder body is placed inside the main body 1021, and the cylinder's extension / retraction end is connected to the clamping plates 1022 on both sides. Air extraction holes 1023 are provided on opposite surfaces of the clamping plates 1022 for connecting to air extraction pipes. First, the main body 1021 is securely connected to the mounting end of the robotic arm 1050, ensuring a stable connection that does not affect the normal operation of the robotic arm 1050. The cylinder body is then installed inside the main body 1021, and the cylinder's extension / retraction end is reliably connected to the clamping plates 1022 on both sides, ensuring that the cylinder can drive the clamping plates 1022 to open and close normally during extension and retraction. An air extraction hole 1023 is made at a suitable position on the opposite surface of the clamping plate 1022, and then the air extraction pipe is connected to the air extraction hole 1023 to ensure that there is no air leakage during the air extraction process.

[0079] When the moving mechanism 1010 drives the clamping mechanism 1020 to the material position, the cylinder is activated, and its telescopic end moves the two clamping plates 1022 closer together, achieving the clamping action of the material. After the material is clamped, the suction pipe connected to the suction port 1023 starts to suction air, forming a negative pressure between the clamping plates 1022 and the material, enhancing the clamping stability of the material. When it is necessary to release the material, the telescopic end of the cylinder moves the clamping plates 1022 away from each other, and the suction stops.

[0080] The bidirectional slide table, driven by a cylinder, opens and closes the clamping plate 1022, enabling rapid clamping and release of materials and improving work efficiency. The air extraction port 1023, located after clamping materials, creates negative pressure through air extraction, significantly enhancing clamping stability. This is particularly effective for irregularly shaped or smooth-surfaced materials, preventing them from falling during transport, reducing the risk of damage, and increasing the success rate of material handling.

[0081] In some embodiments of this application, the clamping plate 1022 is made of a soft material with relatively high friction, such as tendon or rubber. In some common cases, the clamping plate 1022 is configured with a length of 150-200 mm, a width of 60 ± 20 mm, and a thickness of 10 mm. The length and width of the cutting platform 2010 are set between 400 ± 50 mm. The vertical height difference between the cutting platform 2010 and the substrate 2030 is set between 100-150 mm. The cutting platform 2010 has a cross-shaped slot with a width of 20-30 mm and a length of 300-400 mm. Four leveling cylinders 2014 are arranged at the four corners of the surface of the cutting platform 2010 for installing the second leveling plate 2013, and two additional opposing leveling cylinders 2014 are provided for installing the first leveling plate 2012.

[0082] A photovoltaic module production system includes the aforementioned packaging removal mechanism. When the photovoltaic module production system requires solar cells as production materials, the packaging removal mechanism is used to remove the outer packaging of the solar cells. After the outer packaging of the solar cells is removed, they will be taken to the next step of the photovoltaic module production process.

[0083] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0084] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A packaging unloading mechanism, characterized in that, The packaging removal mechanism includes: A conveying device (1000) includes a moving mechanism (1010) and a clamping mechanism (1020); the clamping mechanism (1020) is connected to the moving mechanism (1010), the moving mechanism (1010) is used to drive the clamping mechanism (1020) to move in three-dimensional space, and the clamping mechanism (1020) is used to clamp materials; A cutting device (2000) includes a cutting platform (2010) and a cutting mechanism (2020); the cutting platform (2010) has an unpacking position for placing materials; the cutting end of the cutting mechanism (2020) is used to remove the packaging of the materials at the unpacking position.

2. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cutting platform (2010) has a through hole (2011), which at least partially coincides with the unpacking position; the cutting mechanism (2020) includes a cutting end driving mechanism (2021), and the cutting end of the cutting mechanism (2020) is configured as a cutting blade (2022); the cutting blade (2022) is connected to the cutting end driving mechanism (2021), and the cutting end driving mechanism (2021) is used to drive the cutting blade (2022) to penetrate into the through hole (2011) and reciprocate along the inside of the through hole (2011).

3. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The through hole (2011) is configured as a cross-shaped slot, and the center of the cross-shaped slot is located within the unpacking position; The cutting end driving mechanism (2021) includes: a vertical cylinder (2023), a rotary cylinder (2024), and a slide cylinder (2025); the output end of the vertical cylinder (2023) is connected to the rotary cylinder (2024) and is used to drive the rotary cylinder (2024) to move in the vertical direction; The output end of the rotary cylinder (2024) is connected to the slide cylinder (2025). The slide cylinder (2025) is provided with a slider that can move along the horizontal direction, and the cutting blade (2022) is disposed on the slider. The output end of the rotary cylinder (2024) is used to drive the slide cylinder (2025) to rotate relative to the vertical direction.

4. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The surface of the cutting platform (2010) is provided with a first alignment plate (2012) and a second alignment plate (2013); the area of ​​the first alignment plate (2012) is larger than that of the second alignment plate (2013); The first alignment plate (2012) and the second alignment plate (2013) are both connected to the surface of the cutting platform (2010) via a leveling cylinder (2014); the leveling cylinder (2014) is used to drive the second alignment plate (2013) and the first alignment plate (2012) to move along the surface of the cutting platform (2010).

5. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cutting device (2000) further includes a base plate (2030), which is disposed below the cutting platform (2010). A support column (2031) is provided on the surface of the base plate (2030) to support the cutting platform (2010). The vertical cylinder (2023) is fixed on the surface of the base plate (2030).

6. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The moving mechanism (1010) includes a horizontal linear module (1030), a vertical linear module (1040), and a robotic arm (1050); The horizontal linear module (1030) includes a horizontal slider (1031) that can move in the horizontal direction, the vertical linear module (1040) includes a vertical slider (1041) that can move in the vertical direction, the robotic arm (1050) is provided with a mounting end; the clamping mechanism (1020) is connected to the mounting end; The robotic arm (1050) is connected to the vertical slider (1041), and the vertical linear module (1040) is connected to the horizontal slider (1031).

7. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The horizontal linear module (1030) also includes: a horizontal guide rail, a horizontal ball screw, and a horizontal drive motor (1032). The horizontal slider (1031) is movably connected to the horizontal ball screw, and the horizontal slider (1031) is slidably connected to the horizontal guide rail; the horizontal drive motor (1032) is used to drive the horizontal ball screw to rotate, and the horizontal ball screw is used to drive the horizontal slider (1031) to slide along the horizontal guide rail. The vertical linear module (1040) also includes: a vertical guide rail, a vertical ball screw, and a vertical drive motor (1042). The vertical slider (1041) is movably connected to the vertical ball screw, and the vertical slider (1041) is slidably connected to the vertical guide rail; the vertical drive motor (1042) is used to drive the vertical ball screw to rotate, and the vertical ball screw is used to drive the vertical slider (1041) to slide along the vertical guide rail.

8. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The horizontal linear module (1030) further includes a horizontal cable chain (1033), one end of which is connected to the horizontal guide rail and the other end is connected to the horizontal slider (1031). A vertical cable chain (1043) is provided, with one end connected to the vertical guide rail and the other end connected to the vertical slider (1041).

9. The packaging unloading mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism (1020) is configured as a bidirectional slide table; The bidirectional slide includes a cylinder, a main body (1021), and clamping plates (1022) disposed on both sides of the main body (1021); the main body (1021) is connected to the mounting end, and the clamping plates (1022) on both sides can be relatively close to each other and relatively far apart, thereby clamping materials; The cylinder body is disposed inside the main body (1021), and the telescopic end of the cylinder is connected to the clamps (1022) on both sides. The clamping plate (1022) is provided with an air extraction hole (1023), which is located on the opposite surfaces of the clamping plates (1022) on both sides; the air extraction hole (1023) is used to connect an air extraction pipeline.

10. A photovoltaic module production system, characterized in that, The packaging removal mechanism includes any one of claims 1-9 above.

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