A metallographic analysis device

By designing a metallographic analysis device that includes a conveyor and a robotic arm, the entire process of sample preparation and testing has been automated, solving the problems of low efficiency, unstable quality and low degree of automation in traditional metallographic analysis, and improving analysis efficiency and result reliability.

CN224552843UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-24JIANGSU BINXIN STEEL GRP
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGSU BINXIN STEEL GRP
Filing Date
2025-06-13
Publication Date
2026-07-24

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a metal metallographic analysis device, it includes the carrier, and the bottom of carrier is fixedly equipped with a plurality of support legs, and the middle part side wall of carrier is fixedly equipped with a plurality of groups of line hanging plate interval, and the line hanging plate is fixedly equipped with the lifting hole for the hoisting of travelling crane on, and the top of carrier is fixedly equipped with conveyor I, manipulator I, waste frame, wire cutting machine, manipulator II, inlaying machine, metallographic grinding machine, conveyor II, metallographic microscope, sample storage box, through the cooperative work of conveyor, manipulator and automation equipment, realize the full process automation of sample from cutting, inlaying, grinding to microscopic observation, reduce manual intervention, improve detection efficiency greatly, be suitable for the rapid analysis of large quantities of samples, and traditional metallographic analysis relies on skilled personnel, and the device replaces manual sample grinding, handling and other repetitive labor through automation equipment, reduces manpower demand, reduces operator fatigue and misoperation risk simultaneously.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of metallographic analysis technology, specifically to a metallographic analysis device. Background Technology

[0002] Metallographic analysis is an important testing method in materials science and engineering, used to study the microstructure, phase composition, grain size, and defect distribution of metallic materials. This directly affects the mechanical properties, processing performance, and service life of the materials. The traditional metallographic analysis process mainly includes two steps: sample preparation (such as cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing) and microscopic observation. However, this process currently suffers from the following technical shortcomings:

[0003] (1) Low efficiency of manual operation: Traditional metallographic sample preparation relies on manual operation, such as manual cutting, grinding, polishing, etc., which is cumbersome and time-consuming, and cannot meet the needs of modern industry for efficient analysis of large batches of samples.

[0004] (2) Unstable sample quality: During manual sample grinding, due to differences in operator experience and skills, the surface flatness and cleanliness of the sample are easily inconsistent, and some samples need to be reworked repeatedly, which affects the analysis efficiency.

[0005] (3) High subjectivity and poor reliability of results: The observation and rating of metallographic structures usually rely on manual interpretation, which is easily affected by subjective factors. Different people may have different judgments on the same sample, resulting in a lack of consistency and comparability of analytical results.

[0006] (4) Low level of automation: Most of the existing equipment is single-machine operation, and there is a lack of continuity between each link. The sample needs to be transferred multiple times, which not only increases the risk of human error, but also reduces the overall coordination of the process.

[0007] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need to develop a highly automated, integrated metallographic analysis device. Through the coordinated operation of robotic arms, conveyors, and specialized equipment, the entire process of sample preparation, testing, and preservation can be standardized, thereby improving analytical efficiency and result accuracy. Utility Model Content

[0008] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to address the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a metallographic analysis device with a high level of automation, which improves the traditionally dispersed detection equipment into a denser deployment and enhances the detection efficiency of each detection section.

[0009] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a metallographic analysis device, which includes a frame, a number of support legs fixedly provided at the bottom of the frame, and a number of sets of gantry cranes fixedly provided at intervals on the middle side wall of the frame, with lifting holes fixedly provided on the gantry cranes for crane lifting.

[0010] A conveyor I is fixedly installed at the top of the carrier. A robot arm I is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the conveyor belt. A waste frame is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm I. A wire cutting machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the waste frame. A robot arm II is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the wire cutting machine. An inlay machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm. A metallographic grinding machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the inlay machine. A conveyor II is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the metallographic grinding machine. A robot arm III is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the conveyor II. A metallographic microscope is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm III. A sample storage box is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the metallographic microscope.

[0011] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model can also be achieved through the following technical solution: the metallographic analysis device described above has two sets of hanging plates, which are symmetrically fixed on the left and right side walls of the carrier.

[0012] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model can also be achieved through the following technical solution: In the metallographic analysis device described above, the hanging plate is bolted to the side wall of the carrier.

[0013] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model can also be achieved through the following technical solution: the metallographic analysis device described above, wherein conveyor I and conveyor II are belt conveyors.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of this utility model are:

[0015] (1) Through the coordinated operation of conveyors, robotic arms and automated equipment, the entire process of sample cutting, mounting, grinding to microscopic observation is automated, reducing manual intervention and greatly improving detection efficiency. It is suitable for rapid analysis of large batches of samples. Furthermore, traditional metallographic analysis relies on skilled technicians, while this device replaces repetitive manual labor such as sample grinding and handling with automated equipment, reducing manpower requirements and reducing operator fatigue and the risk of misoperation.

[0016] (2) The device adopts a modular layout. The order of each piece of equipment, such as wire cutting machine, mounting machine, metallographic grinding machine, etc., can be adjusted or functions can be added or removed according to the needs. It is suitable for metallographic analysis needs of different metal materials and has strong expandability.

[0017] (3) The overhead crane is installed on both sides of the frame to facilitate crane hoisting and overall equipment handling, adapt to the layout requirements of different workshops, improve the flexibility of equipment deployment, and is highly practical. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of this utility model.

[0019] Reference numerals: 1. Carrier; 2. Support leg; 3. Hanging plate; 4. Lifting hole; 5. Conveyor I; 6. Conveyor II; 7. Sample storage box; 8. Waste box; 9. Wire cutting machine; 10. Robotic arm II; 11. Mounting machine; 12. Metallographic grinding machine; 13. Metallographic microscope; 14. Robotic arm. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The specific technical solutions of this utility model are further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to enable those skilled in the art to further understand this utility model, without constituting a limitation on its rights.

[0021] Example 1, referring to Figure 1 A metallographic analysis device includes a frame 1, which is formed into a roughly square frame structure and can be formed by overlapping and welding profiles. Several support legs 2 are fixedly provided at the bottom of the frame 1. The number of support legs 2 can be selected according to the usage requirements. Several sets of hanging plates 3 are fixedly provided at intervals on the middle side wall of the frame 1. The hanging plates 3 are formed into roughly square plate structures. There are two sets of hanging plates 3, which are symmetrically fixed on the left and right side walls of the frame 1. The hanging plates 3 are bolted to the side walls of the frame 1. The hanging plates 3 are fixedly provided with lifting holes 4 for crane lifting.

[0022] A conveyor I 5 is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1. Conveyor I 5 and conveyor II 6 are belt conveyors. A robotic arm I is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1 downstream of the conveyor belt. A waste frame 8 is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1 downstream of the robotic arm I. The waste frame 8 is roughly square. A wire cutting machine 9 is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1 downstream of the waste frame 8. The wire cutting machine 9 is existing technology; its specifications and model can be selected according to usage requirements. A robotic arm II 10 is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1 downstream of the wire cutting machine 9. An inlay machine 11 is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier 1 downstream of the robotic arm. The inlay machine 11 is existing technology. The specifications and models can be selected according to the usage requirements. A metallographic grinding machine 12 is fixed on the top of the carrier 1 after the mounting machine 11. The metallographic grinding machine 12 is existing technology and its specifications and models can be selected according to the usage requirements. A conveyor II 6 is fixed on the top of the carrier 1 after the metallographic grinding machine 12. A robot III 14 is fixed on the top of the carrier 1 after the conveyor II 6. A metallographic microscope 13 is fixed on the top of the carrier 1 after the robot III 14. The metallographic microscope 13 is existing technology and its specifications and models can be selected according to the usage requirements. A sample storage box 7 is fixed on the top of the carrier 1 after the metallographic microscope 13.

[0023] The metallographic analysis apparatus in Example 1 operates on the following principle:

[0024] After sampling or sample preparation, a QR code is first affixed to the sample, containing information such as date, steel type, sample category, batch number, specifications, and test items. The sample is delivered to the receiving point using conveyor I5 or manual sample delivery. The sample is then taken by robot I and transferred to scrap frame 8 or wire cutting machine 9 according to pre-defined testing standards. The wire-cut sample is then transferred to mounting machine 11 or metallographic grinding machine 12 by robot II10. Finally, the sample is transferred to metallographic microscope 13 by robot III14 for observation. This completes all testing and analysis procedures. The tested sample is then placed in a storage box for preservation.

Claims

1. A metallographic analysis apparatus, characterized in that: It includes a carrier frame, with several legs fixedly installed at the bottom of the carrier frame, and several sets of gantry crane plates fixedly installed at intervals on the middle side wall of the carrier frame, with lifting holes fixedly installed on the gantry crane plates for crane lifting. A conveyor I is fixedly installed at the top of the carrier. A robot arm I is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the conveyor belt. A waste frame is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm I. A wire cutting machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the waste frame. A robot arm II is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the wire cutting machine. An inlay machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm. A metallographic grinding machine is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the inlay machine. A conveyor II is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the metallographic grinding machine. A robot arm III is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the conveyor II. A metallographic microscope is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the robot arm III. A sample storage box is fixedly installed on the top of the carrier after the metallographic microscope.

2. The metallographic analysis apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aforementioned overhead suspension plates are provided in two sets, and the two sets of overhead suspension plates are symmetrically fixed on the left and right side walls of the carrier.

3. The metallographic analysis apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aforementioned hanging plate is bolted to the side wall of the carrier frame.

4. The metallographic analysis apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveyor I and conveyor II are belt conveyors.