A turnover device

Abstract

This utility model provides a flipping device, comprising: a fixed bracket; a flipping bracket rotatably connected to the fixed bracket, the flipping bracket having a first position for lifting and a second position for releasing; multiple suction cups, each suction cup being movably connected to the flipping bracket via a connecting component, the suction cups being able to swing relative to the flipping bracket so that the angle between the suction surface of the suction cup and the flipping bracket is adjustable; and a driving component connected to the flipping bracket, the driving component being used to drive the flipping bracket to switch between the first and second positions. The flipping device in the above solution effectively adsorbs different models of bumpers by adjusting the angle of the suction cups, eliminating the need to replace the suction cups or flipping device to adapt to different bumper models, thereby improving the versatility of the flipping device, ensuring production cycle and capacity, and reducing production costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of bumper production lines, and more specifically, to a flipping device. Background Technology

[0002] In the automotive bumper production line, a flipping device is needed to flip the bumpers to ensure efficient transfer of the bumpers in multiple processing stages such as painting and inspection.

[0003] In the existing technology, different models of bumpers have different curved surface structures, and the suction cups of the flipping device can only be adapted to one or two models of bumpers. This results in the bumper production line needing to invest in multiple flipping devices or multiple suction cups to handle the flipping requirements of different models of bumpers. The investment in multiple hardware devices not only increases production costs, but also affects the overall production cycle and capacity when changing flipping devices or suction cups.

[0004] There is currently no effective solution to the problem that existing flipping devices cannot flip various types of safety cylinders. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a flipping device to solve the problem that existing flipping devices cannot flip various types of safety cylinders.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, a flipping device is provided, comprising: a fixed bracket; a flipping bracket rotatably connected to the fixed bracket, the flipping bracket having a first position for lifting and a second position for releasing; a plurality of suction cups, each suction cup being movably connected to the flipping bracket via a connecting assembly, the suction cups being able to swing relative to the flipping bracket so that the angle between the suction surface of the suction cup and the flipping bracket is adjustable; and a driving member connected to the flipping bracket, the driving member being used to drive the flipping bracket to switch between the first position and the second position.

[0007] Furthermore, the connecting assembly includes: a first connector, a first end of which is connected to the flip bracket, and a second end of which is provided with a spherical joint, a portion of which is located in the spherical groove of the suction cup, and the spherical joint is rotatably arranged relative to the spherical groove.

[0008] Furthermore, the first end of the first connector is slidably connected to the flip bracket. The first connector has an initial position away from the flip bracket and a compressed position close to the flip bracket. The connecting assembly also includes an elastic element, the first end of which is connected to the first connector, and the second end of which is connected to the flip bracket. The elastic element is used to apply a preload to the suction cup.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting assembly also includes: a second connector, which is connected to the flip bracket, and a first connector and the second connector are slidably connected; an elastic member is sleeved on the first connector, and the second end of the elastic member is connected to the flip bracket through the second connector.

[0010] Furthermore, the second connector is provided with a sliding cavity, and a portion of the first connector is slidably disposed within the sliding cavity. The first end of the elastic member is connected to the end of the first connector near the spherical joint, and the second end of the elastic member is connected to the end of the second connector near the suction cup.

[0011] Furthermore, the connecting assembly also includes: a third connector, which is detachably connected to the flip bracket, and a third connector is detachably connected to the second connector.

[0012] Furthermore, the flipping bracket includes: a first support rod, which is rotatably connected to the fixed bracket; a second support rod, which is parallel to the first support rod and has multiple suction cups spaced apart along the length of the second support rod; a third support rod, which is parallel to the first support rod and has a second support rod positioned between the first and third support rods, and has multiple suction cups spaced apart along the length of the third support rod; and a fourth support rod, which is connected to the first, second, and third support rods.

[0013] Furthermore, there are at least two fourth supports, with the two fourth supports spaced apart along the length of the first support. The first support, the second support, the third support, and the fourth support form a closed frame structure.

[0014] Furthermore, the fixed support includes: two longitudinal beams spaced apart, with the first end of each longitudinal beam used for fixing; and a crossbeam connected between the two longitudinal beams, with the crossbeam close to the second end of the longitudinal beam, and the flip-up support is rotatably connected to the crossbeam.

[0015] Furthermore, diagonal tie rods connect the longitudinal beams and the transverse beams.

[0016] Applying the technical solution of this utility model, the flipping bracket uses a suction cup to adhere to the bumper, and a driving component drives the flipping bracket to rotate, thereby flipping the bumper. Different bumper models have different curvatures; the angle of the suction cup is adjusted according to the bumper's curvature to ensure that the suction surface of the suction cup effectively adheres to the bumper's surface, thus enabling the suction cup to effectively adhere to different bumper models. The flipping device in the above solution effectively adheres to different bumper models by adjusting the angle of the suction cup, eliminating the need to replace the suction cup or flipping device to adapt to different bumper models. This improves the versatility of the flipping device, ensures production cycle time and capacity, and reduces production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the assembly relationship between the suction cup and the connecting component in this utility model is provided.

[0019] Figure 2 A front view schematic diagram of the flipping device in this utility model is shown;

[0020] Figure 3 A right-side view of the flipping device in this utility model is shown;

[0021] Figure 4 A top view of the flipping device in this invention is shown.

[0022] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0023] 10. Fixed bracket;

[0024] 11. Longitudinal beam; 12. Crossbeam; 13. Diagonal tie rod; 14. Bearing housing;

[0025] 20. Flip stand;

[0026] 21. First support rod; 22. Second support rod; 23. Third support rod; 24. Fourth support rod;

[0027] 30. Suction cup;

[0028] 31. Spherical groove;

[0029] 40. Connecting components;

[0030] 41. First connecting member; 411. Ball joint; 42. Elastic member; 43. Second connecting member; 431. Sliding cavity; 44. Third connecting member;

[0031] 50. Driving components;

[0032] 60. Sensors. Detailed Implementation

[0033] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0034] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0035] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such terms can be used interchangeably where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0036] Exemplary embodiments according to this application will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments may be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. It should be understood that these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application is thorough and complete, and that the concept of these exemplary embodiments is fully conveyed to those skilled in the art. In the drawings, for clarity, the thickness of layers and regions may be exaggerated, and the same reference numerals are used to denote the same devices, and therefore their description will be omitted.

[0037] Combination Figures 1 to 4 As shown, according to a specific embodiment of this application, a flipping device is provided.

[0038] Specifically, the flipping device includes: a fixed bracket 10, a flipping bracket 20, suction cups 30, a connecting assembly 40, and a driving member 50. The flipping bracket 20 is rotatably connected to the fixed bracket 10, and has a first position for lifting and a second position for releasing. Multiple suction cups 30 are present, each movably connected to the flipping bracket 20 via the connecting assembly 40. The suction cups 30 can swing relative to the flipping bracket 20, allowing the angle between the suction surface of the suction cup 30 and the flipping bracket 20 to be adjustable. The driving member 50 is connected to the flipping bracket 20 and is used to drive the flipping bracket 20 to switch between the first and second positions.

[0039] In the embodiments of this application, the flipping bracket 20 adsorbs the bumper via the suction cup 30, and the driving component 50 drives the flipping bracket 20 to rotate, thereby flipping the bumper. Different bumper models have different curvatures; the angle of the suction cup 30 is adjusted according to the bumper's curvature so that the adsorption surface of the suction cup 30 can effectively fit the surface of the bumper, thus enabling the suction cup 30 to effectively adsorb different bumper models. The flipping device in the above solution effectively adsorbs different bumper models by adjusting the angle of the suction cup 30, eliminating the need to replace the suction cup 30 or the flipping device to adapt to different bumper models. This improves the versatility of the flipping device, ensures production cycle time and capacity, and reduces production costs.

[0040] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the connecting component 40 includes: a first connector 41, a first end of the first connector 41 being connected to the flip bracket 20, and a second end of the first connector 41 being provided with a ball joint 411, a portion of the ball joint 411 being disposed in the ball groove 31 of the suction cup 30, and the ball joint 411 being rotatably disposed relative to the ball groove 31.

[0041] In the embodiments of this application, the spherical joint 411 of the first connector 41 rotatably engages with the spherical groove 31 of the suction cup 30 to form a universal joint, allowing the suction cup 30 to rotate freely around the X, Y, and Z axes. This enables the suction cup 30 to adapt to bumper surfaces with different curvatures and shapes, achieving optimal adsorption. Compared to the prior art's method of finely adjusting the angle and position of each suction cup 30, the spherical joint 411 in this embodiment allows the suction cup 30 to self-position according to the actual placement of the bumper, reducing manual intervention and further shortening mold changeover adjustment time, thus improving the agility and response speed of the production line. The design of the spherical joint 411 allows the suction cup 30 to make maximum angle adjustments within a minimal space, not only enhancing the applicability of the flipping device but also optimizing the overall system layout and coordination.

[0042] like Figure 1 As shown, the first connector 41 is a rod-shaped structure. The first connector 41 is always perpendicular to the flip bracket 20. The first end of the first connector 41 can be fixedly connected to the flip bracket 20 or movably connected to the flip bracket 20. The air inlet side of the suction cup 30 is provided with a spherical groove 31. The spherical joint 411 of the first connector 41 extends into the spherical groove 31 and is rotatably connected to the spherical groove 31. That is, the spherical joint 411 and the spherical groove 31 are spherically hinged, so that the suction cup 30 can rotate freely around three mutually perpendicular axes (X, Y, and Z axes).

[0043] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the first end of the first connector 41 is slidably connected to the flip bracket 20. The first connector 41 has an initial position away from the flip bracket 20 and a compressed position close to the flip bracket 20. The connecting assembly 40 further includes an elastic member 42, the first end of which is connected to the first connector 41, and the second end of which is connected to the flip bracket 20. The elastic member 42 is used to apply a preload force to the suction cup 30.

[0044] In the embodiments of this application, the first connecting member 41 is movable relative to the flipping bracket 20, and the elastic member 42 deforms along with the first connecting member 41 to apply a preload to the suction cup 30, ensuring that the suction cup 30 can be firmly pressed against the bumper surface. Even if there are slight differences in the shape and size of bumpers from the same batch, the contact pressure between the suction cup 30 and the bumper can be kept within the optimal range through the adaptive adjustment of the elastic member 42, reducing the risk of the bumper falling off due to poor contact. In addition, the elastic member 42 can absorb the impact force generated when the suction cup 30 grips or releases the bumper, thereby reducing the wear of mechanical parts and extending the service life of the flipping device.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, the elastic element 42 is a spring. The elastic element 42 is sleeved on the first connecting member 41. The elastic element 42 deforms as the first connecting member 41 moves, thereby applying a preload force to the suction cup 30.

[0046] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the connecting assembly 40 further includes: a second connector 43 connected to the flip bracket 20, a first connector 41 slidably connected to the second connector 43, an elastic member 42 sleeved on the first connector 41, and a second end of the elastic member 42 connected to the flip bracket 20 through the second connector 43.

[0047] In the embodiments of this application, the first connector 41 is connected to the flipping bracket 20 through the second connector 43. During the assembly of the flipping device, the suction cup 30, the first connector 41, the elastic member 42 and the second connector 43 are assembled into an adsorption module. Then, according to the operation requirements, each adsorption module is installed on the flipping bracket 20. During equipment maintenance, the adsorption module can be disassembled or adjusted individually. The setting of the second connector 43 improves the efficiency of equipment assembly and maintenance.

[0048] For example, the second connector 43 is provided with a sliding cavity 431, a portion of the first connector 41 is slidably disposed in the sliding cavity 431, the first end of the elastic member 42 is connected to the end of the first connector 41 near the ball joint 411, and the second end of the elastic member 42 is connected to the end of the second connector 43 near the suction cup 30.

[0049] like Figure 1 As shown, the first connecting member 41 is a T-shaped rod. A T-shaped stop is provided at the first end of the first connecting member 41, and a ball joint 411 is provided at the second end. The second connecting member 43 has a sliding cavity 431 with one open end. The first connecting member 41 is slidably disposed within the sliding cavity 431. The T-shaped stop is disposed within the sliding cavity 431, and the cross-sectional dimension of the T-shaped stop is larger than the opening dimension of the sliding cavity 431 to prevent the first connecting member 41 from detaching from the sliding cavity 431. A connecting plate is provided at the end of the first connecting member 41 near the ball joint 411. The first end of the elastic member 42 is connected to the connecting plate, and the second end of the elastic member 42 is connected to the open end of the second connecting member 43.

[0050] During the bumper grabbing process, the first connecting piece 41 moves downward under the weight of the bumper, at which time the elastic element 42 is further compressed to apply a preload to the suction cup 30. During the bumper flipping process, the first connecting piece 41 no longer bears the weight of the bumper, the force on the elastic element 42 gradually disappears, and the elastic element 42 gradually returns to its original length.

[0051] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the connecting assembly 40 further includes: a third connector 44, which is detachably connected to the flip bracket 20, and a third connector 44 is detachably connected to the second connector 43.

[0052] In the embodiments of this application, the third connector 44 is detachably connected to the flipping bracket 20. During the assembly of the flipping device, the position of the suction cup 30 can be adjusted by adjusting the relative position of the third connector 44 and the flipping bracket 20; further adjustments to the position of the suction cup 30 can also be made by adjusting the relative position of the second connector 43 and the third connector 44. The cooperative relationship between the third connector 44, the second connector 43, and the flipping bracket 20 enhances the assembly flexibility of the adsorption module.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown, the third connector 44 is a plate-like structure with an elongated hole. The first bolt passes through the elongated hole and connects to the flip bracket 20. By adjusting the position of the first bolt in the elongated hole, the position of the third connector 44 relative to the flip bracket 20 can be changed. The third connector 44 has a mounting hole, and the second connector 43 is inserted into the mounting hole. The side wall of the mounting hole has a bolt hole. The second bolt passes through the bolt hole and abuts against the second connector 43. The position of the second connector 43 relative to the third connector 44 can be changed by adjusting the position of the second connector 43 along the axial direction of the mounting hole.

[0054] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the flipping bracket 20 includes: a first support rod 21, a second support rod 22, a third support rod 23, and a fourth support rod 24. The first support rod 21 is rotatably connected to the fixed bracket 10. The second support rod 22 is arranged parallel to the first support rod 21 and is provided with a plurality of suction cups 30, which are spaced apart along the length direction of the second support rod 22. The third support rod 23 is arranged parallel to the first support rod 21 and is located between the first support rod 21 and the third support rod 23. The third support rod 23 is provided with a plurality of suction cups 30, which are spaced apart along the length direction of the third support rod 23. The fourth support rod 24 is connected to the first support rod 21, the second support rod 22, and the third support rod 23.

[0055] Furthermore, there are at least two fourth support rods 24, with the two fourth support rods 24 spaced apart along the length direction of the first support rod 21. The first support rod 21, the second support rod 22, the third support rod 23, and the fourth support rod 24 form a closed frame structure.

[0056] In the embodiments of this application, the first support rod 21, the second support rod 22, the third support rod 23 and the fourth support rod 24 form a closed frame structure, which improves the overall rigidity of the flipping bracket 20 so that the flipping bracket 20 can effectively resist deformation and shaking during the flipping operation.

[0057] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 As shown, the fixed bracket 10 is provided with two bearing seats 14, and the first support rod 21 is connected between the two bearing seats 14, allowing the first support rod 21 to rotate relative to the bearing seats 14. The driving component 50 is a motor, and the drive shaft of the driving component 50 passes through the bearing seats 14 and is connected to the first support rod 21 to drive the first support rod 21 to rotate. The flipping bracket 20 includes the first support rod 21, the second support rod 22, the third support rod 23, and two fourth support rods 24, which together form a closed frame structure.

[0058] In one exemplary embodiment of this application, the fixed bracket 10 includes: a longitudinal beam 11 and a crossbeam 12. There are two longitudinal beams 11, which are spaced apart. The first end of each longitudinal beam 11 is used for fixing. The crossbeam 12 is connected between the two longitudinal beams 11 and is close to the second end of the longitudinal beam 11. The flip bracket 20 is rotatably connected to the crossbeam 12.

[0059] In the embodiments of this application, the fixed bracket 10 is a gantry structure, and a passage space is formed between the two longitudinal beams 11. The fixed bracket 10 provides sufficient passage space for other equipment while stably supporting the flipping bracket 20.

[0060] Furthermore, a diagonal tie rod 13 connects the longitudinal beam 11 and the transverse beam 12. The diagonal tie rod 13 enhances the overall rigidity and strength of the fixed bracket 10.

[0061] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 , Figure 4 As shown, multiple sensors 60 are provided on the crossbeam 12 of the fixed bracket 10. The sensors 60 detect whether the bumper has moved to the position to be adsorbed, so as to control the suction cup 30 to adsorb effectively.

[0062] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects:

[0063] In this embodiment, the flipping device adapts to bumpers with different curvatures by adjusting the angle of the suction cup 30, so that the adsorption surface of the suction cup 30 can effectively adhere to the surface of the bumper. This allows the suction cup 30 to effectively adsorb different models of bumpers, eliminating the need to replace the suction cup 30 or the flipping device to adapt to different models of bumpers. This improves the versatility of the flipping device, ensures production cycle and capacity, and reduces production costs.

[0064] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0065] In addition to the above, it should be noted that the terms "one embodiment," "another embodiment," and "embodiment" used in this specification refer to specific features, structures, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment, which are included in at least one embodiment described in the general description of this application. The appearance of the same expression in multiple places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, when a specific feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with any embodiment, the intention is to suggest that implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments also falls within the scope of this utility model.

[0066] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0067] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A turnover device, characterized in that include: Fixed bracket (10); A flip-up bracket (20) is rotatably connected to a fixed bracket (10), the flip-up bracket (20) having a first position for lifting and a second position for releasing; The suction cup (30) is a plurality of suction cups (30), each of the suction cups (30) being movably connected to the flip bracket (20) via a connecting assembly (40). The suction cup (30) can swing relative to the flip bracket (20) so that the angle between the suction surface of the suction cup (30) and the flip bracket (20) is adjustable. A drive unit (50) is connected to the flip bracket (20) and is used to drive the flip bracket (20) to switch between the first position and the second position.

2. The flipping device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connection component (40) includes: The first connector (41) has a first end connected to the flip bracket (20), and the second end of the first connector (41) is provided with a ball joint (411). Part of the ball joint (411) is located in the ball groove (31) of the suction cup (30), and the ball joint (411) is rotatably arranged relative to the ball groove (31).

3. The flipping device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first end of the first connector (41) is slidably connected to the flip bracket (20). The first connector (41) has an initial position away from the flip bracket (20) and a compressed position close to the flip bracket (20). The connecting assembly (40) further includes: An elastic element (42) is provided, with its first end connected to the first connector (41) and its second end connected to the flip bracket (20). The elastic element (42) is used to apply a preload to the suction cup (30).

4. The flipping device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connection component (40) further includes: The second connector (43) is connected to the flip bracket (20), and the first connector (41) is slidably connected to the second connector (43); The elastic element (42) is sleeved on the first connector (41), and the second end of the elastic element (42) is connected to the flip bracket (20) through the second connector (43).

5. The flipping device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second connector (43) is provided with a sliding cavity (431), and a portion of the first connector (41) is slidably disposed in the sliding cavity (431). The first end of the elastic member (42) is connected to the end of the first connector (41) near the ball joint (411), and the second end of the elastic member (42) is connected to the end of the second connector (43) near the suction cup (30).

6. The flipping device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connection component (40) further includes: A third connector (44) is detachably connected to the flip bracket (20) and detachably connected to the second connector (43).

7. The flipping device according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The flip-up bracket (20) includes: The first support rod (21) is rotatably connected to the fixed bracket (10); The second support rod (22) is arranged parallel to the first support rod (21). The second support rod (22) is provided with a plurality of suction cups (30), which are spaced apart along the length of the second support rod (22). The third support rod (23) is arranged parallel to the first support rod (21), and the second support rod (22) is arranged between the first support rod (21) and the third support rod (23). The third support rod (23) is provided with a plurality of suction cups (30), and the plurality of suction cups (30) are spaced apart along the length direction of the third support rod (23). The fourth support rod (24) is connected to the first support rod (21), the second support rod (22) and the third support rod (23).

8. The flipping device according to claim 7, characterized in that, There are at least two fourth support rods (24), and the two fourth support rods (24) are spaced apart along the length direction of the first support rod (21). The first support rod (21), the second support rod (22), the third support rod (23) and the fourth support rod (24) form a closed frame structure.

9. The flipping device according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The fixed bracket (10) includes: The longitudinal beam (11) consists of two beams, which are spaced apart, and the first end of each beam (11) is used for fixing. A crossbeam (12) is connected between two longitudinal beams (11), the crossbeam (12) is close to the second end of the longitudinal beams (11), and the flipping bracket (20) is rotatably connected to the crossbeam (12).

10. The flipping device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A tie rod (13) connects the longitudinal beam (11) and the transverse beam (12).

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