A feeding device for automated stamping lines using robotic arms

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of stamping production line technology, and the technical problem it aims to solve is the impact on the production efficiency of automated lines. To address this problem, this utility model provides a feeding device for automated stamping lines using robotic arms. The utility model includes: a material platform assembly whose raw material platform is movably connected to a frame via a movable connecting part; the material platform moves along the X and Y directions on the frame and rotates within the X & Y plane; two iron plate separators; a suction cup assembly connected to the top of the frame; the suction cup body of the suction cup assembly moves along the X direction on the frame; the suction cup slides vertically on the suction cup body; a positioning station is located at the tail end of the frame; the positioning plate of the positioning station has a positioning area; and a positioning component is used to position a single piece of raw material within the positioning area. This utility model adapts to the cycle time of automated stamping lines, ensuring their production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of stamping production line technology, and in particular to a feeding device for an automated stamping line for robotic arms. Background Technology

[0002] Robotic arm stamping automated lines are used to produce network switches, industrial computers, energy storage devices, etc. They achieve high-efficiency, high-quality production by using robotic arms to switch between different processes. However, existing feeding mechanisms cannot keep up with the production cycle of robotic arm stamping automated lines, affecting the line's efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a feeding device for an automated stamping line for robotic arms, comprising: frame; The material platform assembly includes a movable connecting part and a raw material platform; the raw material platform is movably connected to the frame via the movable connecting part; the raw material platform moves along the X and Y directions on the frame and rotates in the X&Y plane; At least one set of separator assemblies is arranged near the raw material platform; the separator assembly includes two iron plate separators; of the two iron plate separators, one is located on the side of the frame extending in the X direction and the other is located on the side of the frame extending in the Y direction. A suction cup assembly is attached to the top of the frame; the suction cup assembly includes a suction cup body and a suction cup; the suction cup body moves along the X direction on the frame; the suction cup slides up and down on the suction cup body; The positioning station is located at the rear end of the frame; the positioning station includes a positioning plate and positioning components; the positioning plate has a positioning area; the positioning components are located on the side of the positioning area and are used to position the single piece of raw material in the positioning area.

[0005] In one embodiment of this utility model, the positioning component includes two positioning groups; each positioning group includes a positioning element and a sliding element; in the two positioning groups, the positioning element and the sliding element of one group are arranged opposite to each other in the X direction, and the positioning element and the sliding element of the other group are arranged opposite to each other in the Y direction; the positioning element is fixed on the positioning plate and located on one side of the positioning area, and the sliding element is slidably connected to the positioning plate.

[0006] In one embodiment of the present invention, the sliding member includes a sliding power member and a pushing member; the sliding power member is connected to the positioning plate, and the pushing member is connected to the output end of the sliding power member.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, the positioning plate is provided with a plurality of sliding slots; the pushing member includes a pushing body and pushing ends connected to both ends of the pushing body; the pushing body is located above the positioning plate, and the pushing ends are slidably connected in the sliding slots.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present invention, the positioning plate is provided with a plurality of oblong holes; a positioning member and a sliding member of a positioning group, at least one of which is connected to the oblong holes.

[0009] In one embodiment of this utility model, the suction cup assembly further includes a moving power unit, a gear, and a rack; the moving power unit is connected to the suction cup body; the gear is connected to the output end of the moving power unit, the rack meshes with the gear, and the rack is connected to the frame.

[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, the movable connecting part includes a first sliding member, a second sliding member, a first base, a second base, and a rotating member; the first base is slidably connected to the top of the frame via the first sliding member; the first sliding member drives the first base to move in the X direction; the second base is slidably connected to the top of the first base via the second sliding member; the second sliding member drives the second base to move in the Y direction; the raw material platform is movably connected to the top of the second base via the rotating member; the rotating member drives the raw material platform to rotate in the X & Y plane.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, the first sliding member includes a first track and a first slider that cooperate with each other; the first track is connected to the frame and extends in the X direction; the first slider is connected to the bottom of the first base; The second slider includes a second track and a second slider that cooperate with each other; the second track is located on the top of the first base and extends in the Y direction; the second slider is connected to the bottom of the second base.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rotating component includes a rotating shaft and a plurality of rotating wheels; the rotating shaft is connected between the raw material platform and the second base, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the raw material platform; the plurality of rotating wheels are evenly distributed circumferentially around the rotating shaft; the rotating wheels are movably connected to the bottom of the raw material platform, and the rotating wheels are movably connected to the upper surface of the second base.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, the application further includes a limiting post disposed at the front end of the frame, the limiting post being used to prevent raw materials from falling.

[0014] The above-mentioned technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art: The feeding device for an automated stamping line using a robotic arm, as described in this utility model, first places the raw material on a material platform located at the front end of the frame. The platform then moves in the X and Y directions until it approaches the separator assembly. Next, the platform rotates, causing the side of the raw material to adhere to the iron plate separator, thus correcting its position. Then, a suction cup assembly picks up individual pieces of raw material and sends them to the positioning plate at the positioning station. Finally, a positioning component positions each piece of raw material within the positioning area, facilitating the robotic arm's grasping of the material in the next process. Therefore, this application achieves efficient feeding for automated stamping lines, adapting to the line's cycle time, ensuring production efficiency, and reducing costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To make the content of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings, wherein: Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a feeding device for an automated stamping line of a robotic arm, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The side view shown is of a feeding device used in an automated stamping line for robotic arms. Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B; Figure 5 yes Figure 1 The front view shown is of the feeding equipment used in the automated stamping line for robotic arms. Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The top view shown is of the feeding equipment used in the automated stamping line for robotic arms. Explanation of reference numerals in the accompanying drawings: 100, frame; 110, limit post; 200. Material platform assembly; 210. Movable connecting part; 211. First sliding member; 212. Second sliding member; 213. First base; 214. Second base; 215. Rotating shaft; 216. Rotating wheel; 2161. Connecting ear; 2162. Connecting shaft; 2163. Wheel; 220. Raw material platform; 300. Separator assembly; 310. Iron plate separator; 400. Suction cup assembly; 410. Suction cup body; 420. Suction cup; 430. Mobility unit; 440. Gear; 450. Rack; 460. Guide component; 500, Positioning station; 510, Positioning plate; 511, Sliding groove hole; 512, Waist-shaped hole; 520, Positioning component; 521, Positioning part; 522, Sliding power component; 523, Pushing part; 5231, Pushing body; 5232, Pushing end; 600, raw materials; 610, single-piece raw materials. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and implement the present invention. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0017] Reference Figures 1-6 As shown, this utility model embodiment provides a feeding device for an automated stamping line for robotic arms, comprising: 100 racks; The material platform assembly 200 includes a movable connecting part 210 and a raw material platform 220; the raw material platform 220 is movably connected to the frame 100 through the movable connecting part 210; the raw material platform 220 moves along the X and Y directions on the frame 100 and rotates in the X & Y plane. At least one set of separator assembly 300 is disposed near the raw material platform 220; the separator assembly 300 includes two iron plate separators 310; one of the two iron plate separators 310 is disposed on the side of the frame 100 extending in the X direction and the other is disposed on the side of the frame 100 extending in the Y direction. The suction cup assembly 400 is connected to the top of the frame 100; the suction cup assembly 400 includes a suction cup body 410 and a suction cup 420; the suction cup body 410 moves along the X direction on the frame 100; the suction cup 420 is slidably connected to the suction cup body 410. The positioning station 500 is located at the rear end of the frame 100. The positioning station 500 includes a positioning plate 510 and a positioning component 520. The positioning plate 510 has a positioning area. The positioning component 520 is located on the side of the positioning area and is used to position the single piece of raw material 610 in the positioning area.

[0018] Specifically, the raw material 600 is first placed on the raw material platform 220, which is located at the front end of the frame 100. The platform then moves in the X and Y directions until it approaches the separator assembly 300. Next, the platform is rotated so that the side of the raw material 600 adheres to the iron plate separator 310, thus correcting its position. Then, the suction cup assembly 400 picks up individual pieces of raw material 610 and feeds them onto the positioning plate 510 of the positioning station 500. Finally, the positioning component 520 positions the individual pieces of raw material 610 within the positioning area, facilitating the next process's robotic arm to grasp them. Therefore, this application achieves material loading for an automatic stamping line, matching the line's cycle time, ensuring production efficiency, and reducing costs.

[0019] Furthermore, the positioning component 520 includes two positioning groups; each positioning group includes a positioning element 521 and a sliding element; in the two positioning groups, the positioning element 521 and the sliding element of one group are arranged opposite to each other in the X direction, and the positioning element 521 and the sliding element of the other group are arranged opposite to each other in the Y direction; the positioning element 521 is fixed on the positioning plate 510 and located on one side of the positioning area, and the sliding element is slidably connected to the positioning plate 510.

[0020] Specifically, in this embodiment, the suction cup 420 is used to adsorb the single piece of raw material 610 and place it on the positioning plate 510. At this time, the single piece of raw material 610 is not placed within the positioning area. Then, two sliding members push the single piece of raw material 610 from the X and Y directions. Because of the positioning member 521, the single piece of raw material 610 is pushed into the positioning area until its two sides are respectively in contact with the two positioning members 521. Thus, by positioning the adjacent sides of the single piece of raw material 610, each single piece of raw material 610 is placed within the specified positioning area, thereby ensuring the consistency of the placement of the single piece of raw material 610 and facilitating accurate grasping by the robot in the next process.

[0021] Further, the sliding member includes a sliding power member 522 and a pushing member 523; the sliding power member 522 is connected to the positioning plate 510, and the pushing member 523 is connected to the output end of the sliding power member 522. In some embodiments, the sliding power member 522 can be a cylinder, hydraulic cylinder, etc. The positioning plate 510 is provided with a plurality of sliding slots 511; the pushing member 523 includes a pushing body 5231 and pushing ends 5232 connected to both ends of the pushing body 5231; the pushing body 5231 is located above the positioning plate 510, and the pushing ends 5232 are slidably connected in the sliding slots 511.

[0022] Specifically, in this embodiment, the sliding power component 522 drives the pusher 523 to move, thereby pushing the single piece of raw material 610 to move. The pusher body 5231 of the pusher 523 is located above the positioning plate 510, so the pusher body 5231 contacts the single piece of raw material 610 but does not contact the positioning plate 510, thereby reducing the friction between the pusher body 5231 and the positioning plate 510 during the movement. In addition, the pusher 523 provides guidance for pushing the single piece of raw material 610 through the sliding slot 511 of the pusher end 5232, making the push more stable and smooth.

[0023] Furthermore, the positioning plate 510 is provided with a plurality of oblong holes 512; at least one of the positioning member 521 and the sliding member in each positioning group is connected to the oblong hole 512.

[0024] Specifically, this embodiment is provided with a waist-shaped hole 512 to facilitate the adjustment of the position of the positioning member 521 and the sliding member, thereby adapting to the positioning of single raw materials 610 of different sizes and having a wider range of applications.

[0025] Furthermore, the suction cup assembly 400 also includes a moving power unit 430, a gear 440, and a rack 450; the moving power unit 430 is connected to the suction cup body 410; the gear 440 is connected to the output end of the moving power unit 430, the rack 450 meshes with the gear 440, and the rack 450 is connected to the frame 100. In some embodiments, the moving power unit 430 is a motor. In some embodiments, the suction cup assembly 400 also includes a guide member 460, which provides guidance for the movement of the suction cup assembly 400.

[0026] Specifically, this application uses a moving power unit 430 to drive the gear 440 to rotate, and through the meshing of the gear 440 and the rack 450, the rotational kinetic energy is converted into moving kinetic energy. This design not only simplifies the overall structure but also efficiently achieves smooth movement of the suction cup assembly 400. Furthermore, with the assistance of the guide component 460, the accuracy and stability of the movement process are further improved, providing a strong guarantee for the reliable operation of the suction cup assembly 400.

[0027] Furthermore, the movable connection 210 includes a first slider 211, a second slider 212, a first base 213, a second base 214, and a rotating member; the first base 213 is slidably connected to the top of the frame 100 via the first slider 211; the first slider 211 drives the first base 213 to move in the X direction; the second base 214 is slidably connected to the top of the first base 213 via the second slider 212; the second slider 212 drives the second base 214 to move in the Y direction; the raw material platform 220 is movably connected to the top of the second base 214 via the rotating member; the rotating member drives the raw material platform 220 to rotate in the X & Y plane.

[0028] The first sliding member 211 includes a first track and a first slider that cooperate with each other; the first track is connected to the frame 100 and extends in the X direction; the first slider is connected to the bottom of the first base 213. The second slider 212 includes a second track and a second slider that cooperate with each other; the second track is located on the top of the first base 213 and extends in the Y direction; the second slider is connected to the bottom of the second base 214.

[0029] Specifically, this embodiment has a simple structure and low cost.

[0030] Further, the rotating component includes a rotating shaft 215 and a plurality of rotating wheels 216; the rotating shaft 215 is connected between the raw material platform 220 and the second base 214, and the rotating shaft 215 is rotatably connected to the raw material platform 220; the plurality of rotating wheels 216 are evenly distributed circumferentially around the rotating shaft 215; the rotating wheels 216 are movably connected to the bottom of the raw material platform 220, and the rotating wheels 216 are movably connected to the upper surface of the second base 214 (e.g., rolling connection). In some embodiments, the rotating wheel 216 includes two connecting ears 2161, a connecting shaft 2162, and a wheel 2163. The two connecting ears 2161 are connected to the lower surface of the raw material platform 220, the two ends of the connecting shaft 2162 are respectively connected to the connecting ears 2161, and the rotating wheel 216 is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft 2162.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the rotating shaft 215 provides support for the raw material platform 220 and serves as the rotation center shaft of the rotating wheel 216. It has a simple structure, reliable operation, and low cost.

[0032] Furthermore, this application also includes a limiting post 110 located at the front end of the frame 100, the limiting post 110 being used to prevent the raw material 600 from falling.

[0033] Specifically, in this embodiment, when the raw material 600 is fed, the raw material 600 is placed on the first track to ensure that the raw material 600 is located inside the limiting post 110. In this way, when the raw material 600 is pushed to move in the X direction, the limiting post 110 can limit the raw material 600 and prevent the raw material 600 from falling off the first track when it moves.

[0034] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A feeding apparatus for a mechanical arm press line, characterized in that: include: frame; The material platform assembly includes a movable connecting part and a raw material platform; the raw material platform is movably connected to the frame through the movable connecting part. The raw material platform moves along the X and Y directions on the frame and rotates in the X & Y plane; At least one set of separator assemblies is disposed near the raw material platform; the separator assembly includes two iron plate separators; of the two iron plate separators, one is disposed on the side of the frame extending in the X direction and the other is disposed on the side of the frame extending in the Y direction. A suction cup assembly is connected to the top of the frame; the suction cup assembly includes a suction cup body and a suction cup; the suction cup body moves along the X direction on the frame; the suction cup slides up and down on the suction cup body; A positioning station is located at the rear end of the frame; the positioning station includes a positioning plate and a positioning component; the positioning plate has a positioning area; the positioning component is located on the side of the positioning area and is used to position a single piece of raw material in the positioning area.

2. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning component includes two positioning groups; each positioning group includes a positioning element and a sliding element; in the two positioning groups, the positioning element and the sliding element of one group are arranged opposite to each other in the X direction, and the positioning element and the sliding element of the other group are arranged opposite to each other in the Y direction; the positioning element is fixed on the positioning plate and located on one side of the positioning area, and the sliding element is slidably connected to the positioning plate.

3. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sliding component includes a sliding power component and a pushing component; the sliding power component is connected to the positioning plate, and the pushing component is connected to the output end of the sliding power component.

4. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 3, characterized in that: The positioning plate is provided with multiple sliding slots; the pushing member includes a pushing body and pushing ends connected to both ends of the pushing body; the pushing body is located above the positioning plate, and the pushing ends are slidably connected in the sliding slots.

5. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 4, characterized in that: The positioning plate has multiple oblong holes; at least one of the positioning member and the sliding member of the positioning group is connected to the oblong holes.

6. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The suction cup assembly further includes a moving power unit, a gear, and a rack; the moving power unit is connected to the suction cup body; the gear is connected to the output end of the moving power unit, the rack meshes with the gear, and the rack is connected to the frame.

7. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable connecting part includes a first sliding member, a second sliding member, a first base, a second base, and a rotating member; the first base is slidably connected to the top of the frame via the first sliding member; the first sliding member drives the first base to move in the X direction; the second base is slidably connected to the top of the first base via the second sliding member; the second sliding member drives the second base to move in the Y direction; the raw material platform is movably connected to the top of the second base via the rotating member; the rotating member drives the raw material platform to rotate in the X & Y plane.

8. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first sliding member includes a first track and a first slider that cooperate with each other; the first track is connected to the frame and extends in the X direction; the first slider is connected to the bottom of the first base; And / or, the second slider includes a second track and a second slider that cooperate with each other; the second track is disposed on the top of the first base and extends in the Y direction; the second slider is connected to the bottom of the second base.

9. The loading device for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 8, characterized in that: The rotating component includes a rotating shaft and multiple rotating wheels; the rotating shaft is connected between the raw material platform and the second base, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the raw material platform; the multiple rotating wheels are evenly distributed circumferentially around the rotating shaft; the rotating wheels are movably connected to the bottom of the raw material platform, and the rotating wheels are movably connected to the upper surface of the second base.

10. The loading apparatus for a mechanical arm press line according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a limiting post located at the front end of the frame, which is used to prevent raw materials from falling.

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