Collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking device

Abstract

The application provides a collaborative robot and conveyor docking device, and relates to the technical field of collaborative robots, and comprises a first conveying mechanism and a second conveying mechanism used in cooperation with the first conveying mechanism, the first conveying mechanism is used to be arranged between two conveyors to realize docking between the two conveyors, the second conveying mechanism cooperates with the first conveying mechanism to realize docking between the collaborative robot and the conveyor, and the conveying directions of the second conveying mechanism and the first conveying mechanism are perpendicular. Through the first conveying mechanism and the second conveying mechanism, the first conveying mechanism is arranged between two existing conveyors, and the conveying directions of the first conveying mechanism and the second conveying mechanism are perpendicular, so that the direction of workpiece conveying can be adjusted according to actual production requirements, and workpieces in different directions can be transferred.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of collaborative robot technology, and more specifically, to a collaborative robot docking device with a conveyor belt. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial production, conveyor belt systems are widely used in material handling across various industries as an important component of automated production lines. However, in actual production scenarios, different conveyor belts often need to work together to transfer workpieces to specific locations (such as collaborative robot workstations) for further processing, assembly, or inspection. Existing conveyor belt docking methods have limitations: Traditional conveyor belts have a relatively fixed transport direction, mostly only enabling workpiece transfer in a specific direction, which is not conducive to adapting to changes in different production layouts and processes. Therefore, we have made improvements and proposed a collaborative robot docking device with a conveyor belt. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a collaborative robot docking device with a conveyor belt, including a first conveying mechanism and a second conveying mechanism used in conjunction with the first conveying mechanism. The first conveying mechanism is used to be set between two conveyor belts to realize docking between the two conveyor belts. The second conveying mechanism works with the first conveying mechanism to realize docking between the collaborative robot and the conveyor belt. The conveying directions of the second conveying mechanism and the first conveying mechanism are perpendicular. The first conveying mechanism includes a first frame, on which a conveying component and a mounting plate are provided. A first hydraulic cylinder is mounted on the mounting plate. The piston rod of the first hydraulic cylinder is connected to a connecting seat. A baffle is mounted on the connecting seat, and a buffer pad is mounted on one side of the baffle.

[0004] As a preferred technical solution of this application, a plurality of limiting rods are installed at the bottom of the connecting seat, and the bottom ends of the limiting rods pass through the mounting plate.

[0005] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the connecting seat and the baffle are connected by bolts, and the buffer pad is connected to the baffle by adhesive or bolt installation.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the conveying component includes a plurality of conveying rollers located above the first frame, and support plates are rotatably connected to both sides of the conveying rollers, and the support plates are mounted on the first frame.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of this application, a gap is left between the conveying rollers located at the first and last ends and the conveying roller located in the middle for the end of the second conveying mechanism to be inserted.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the second conveying mechanism includes a double belt conveyor, one end of which is inserted into the gap.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the bottom of the double belt conveyor is provided with several lifting structures, which are used to drive the double belt conveyor to lift.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the lifting structure includes two connecting plates installed on a double belt conveyor, a connecting frame connecting the two connecting plates, connecting rods fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the connecting frame, and a second frame sleeved between the outer surfaces of the two connecting rods.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the lifting structure further includes a second hydraulic cylinder mounted on the second frame, and the piston rod of the second hydraulic cylinder is connected to the bottom of the connecting frame.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this application, foot cups are installed at the bottom of both the second frame and the first frame.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: In the scheme of this application: This application establishes a first conveying mechanism and a second conveying mechanism. The first conveying mechanism is installed between two existing conveyor belts, and the conveying directions of the first and second conveying mechanisms are perpendicular, thereby facilitating the adjustment of the workpiece conveying direction according to actual production needs and realizing the transfer of workpieces in different directions. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking device provided in this application; Figure 2 A bottom view of the collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking device provided in this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first conveying mechanism provided in this application; Figure 4 This is a top view of the collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking device provided in this application.

[0015] The image shows: 1. First conveying mechanism; 101. First frame; 102. Support plate; 103. Conveying roller; 104. Mounting plate; 105. First hydraulic cylinder; 106. Connecting seat; 107. Baffle; 108. Buffer pad; 109. Limiting rod; 2. Second conveying mechanism; 201. Second frame; 202. Connecting rod; 203. Connecting frame; 204. Connecting plate; 205. Double belt conveyor; 206. Second hydraulic cylinder. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0017] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0018] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0019] For an example, please refer to... Figures 1-4 A collaborative robot docking device for a conveyor belt includes a first conveying mechanism 1 and a second conveying mechanism 2 used in conjunction with the first conveying mechanism 1. The first conveying mechanism 1 is used to be set between two conveyor belts to realize docking between the two conveyor belts. The second conveying mechanism 2 works with the first conveying mechanism 1 to realize docking between the collaborative robot and the conveyor belt. The conveying directions of the second conveying mechanism 2 and the first conveying mechanism 1 are perpendicular, so as to facilitate the adjustment of the workpiece conveying direction according to actual production needs and realize the transfer of workpieces in different directions. The first conveying mechanism 1 includes a first frame 101, on which a conveying component and a mounting plate 104 are provided. A first hydraulic cylinder 105 is mounted on the mounting plate 104. The mounting plate 104, the first hydraulic cylinder 105, and the first frame 101 are connected by bolts. The piston rod of the first hydraulic cylinder 105 is connected to a connecting seat 106. A baffle 107 is mounted on the connecting seat 106, and a buffer pad 108 is mounted on one side of the baffle 107.

[0020] Furthermore, several limiting rods 109 are installed at the bottom of the connecting seat 106. The bottom end of the limiting rod 109 passes through the mounting plate 104. The limiting rod 109 is installed at the bottom of the connecting seat 106 by welding or bolt connection. The limiting rod 109 is used to limit the connecting seat 106 to improve the stability of the connecting seat 106 when it is raised or lowered.

[0021] Furthermore, the connecting seat 106 and the baffle 107 are connected by bolts, and the buffer pad 108 is connected to the baffle 107 by adhesive or bolt installation. The buffer pad 108 is made of flexible rubber and can play a buffering role when the baffle 107 positions the workpiece.

[0022] Furthermore, the conveying component includes several conveying rollers 103 located above the first frame 101. Support plates 102 are rotatably connected to both sides of the conveying rollers 103, and the support plates 102 are mounted on the first frame 101. The conveying rollers 103 and the support plates 102 are directly connected through bearings and bearing seats, and the support plates 102 are connected to the first frame 101 by bolts.

[0023] Furthermore, a gap is left between the conveying rollers 103 located at the beginning and end and the conveying roller 103 located in the middle for the end of the second conveying mechanism 2 to be inserted.

[0024] Furthermore, the second conveying mechanism 2 includes a double belt conveyor 205, one end of which is inserted into the gap.

[0025] Furthermore, the bottom of the double belt conveyor 205 is provided with several lifting structures. After the double belt conveyor 205 rises, its top is higher than the conveyor roller 103, so that the workpiece on the conveyor roller 103 can be conveyed by the double belt conveyor 205. After the double belt conveyor 205 falls, its top is lower than the conveyor roller 103, so that the workpiece is conveyed by the conveyor roller 103. At this time, the double belt conveyor 205 does not interfere with the conveyor roller 103.

[0026] The lifting structure is used to drive the double belt conveyor 205 to lift. The lifting structure includes two connecting plates 204 installed on the double belt conveyor 205. A connecting frame 203 is connected between the two connecting plates 204. Connecting rods 202 are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the connecting frame 203. A second frame 201 is sleeved between the outer surfaces of the two connecting rods 202. The connecting plates 204 are bolted to the double belt conveyor 205 and the connecting frame 203. The connecting frame 203 is bolted to the connecting rods 202 or welded to them. Furthermore, the lifting structure also includes a second hydraulic cylinder 206 mounted on the second frame 201. The piston rod of the second hydraulic cylinder 206 is connected to the bottom of the connecting frame 203. The piston rod of the second hydraulic cylinder 206 is connected to the connecting frame 203 by bolts. The second hydraulic cylinder 206 is mounted on the second frame 201 by bolts.

[0027] Furthermore, both the second frame 201 and the first frame 101 are equipped with feet. A foot is a mechanical component that adjusts the height of the equipment by rotating a screw thread. Its core function is to support and level the equipment.

[0028] The first hydraulic cylinder 105, the double belt conveyor 205, and the second hydraulic cylinder 206 are all existing components, and their specific structures and control methods are all existing technologies, which will not be described in detail in this application.

[0029] Figure 4 The middle arrow points to the direction of workpiece transport.

[0030] In use, existing conveyor belts are placed on both sides of the conveyor roller 103. The upper surface of the conveyor roller 103 must be level with the upper surface of the conveyor belt. A collaborative robot is placed next to the second conveyor mechanism 2. The workpiece passes through the conveyor roller 103 under the conveying of the existing conveyor belt. If the workpiece does not change the conveying direction, the double belt conveyor 205 and the baffle 107 are kept below the conveyor roller 103 so that the workpiece reaches the subsequent conveyor belt. If it is necessary to change the conveying direction of the workpiece so that it reaches the collaborative robot, the first hydraulic cylinder 105 pushes the connecting seat 106 and the baffle 107 to rise, so that the baffle 107 intercepts the workpiece. The workpiece stops on the conveyor roller 103 under the interception of the baffle 107. Then, the second hydraulic cylinder 206 pushes the double belt conveyor 205 to rise through the connecting frame 203 and the connecting plate 204 and contact the workpiece. The workpiece separates from the conveyor roller 103 and is conveyed to the collaborative robot by the double belt conveyor 205. The collaborative robot operates the workpiece. During this process, the double belt conveyor 205 descends after the workpiece leaves the area corresponding to the conveyor roller 103.

[0031] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly 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, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; 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 explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The accompanying drawings show preferred embodiments of this utility model, but do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. This utility model can be implemented in many different forms; rather, the purpose of providing these embodiments is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this utility model. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any equivalent structures made using the content of this utility model specification and drawings, directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking device, characterized in that, It includes a first conveying mechanism (1) and a second conveying mechanism (2) used in conjunction with the first conveying mechanism (1). The first conveying mechanism (1) is used to be set between two conveyor belts to realize the docking between the two conveyor belts. The second conveying mechanism (2) works with the first conveying mechanism (1) to realize the docking between the collaborative robot and the conveyor belt. The conveying directions of the second conveying mechanism (2) and the first conveying mechanism (1) are perpendicular. The first conveying mechanism (1) includes a first frame (101), on which a conveying component and a mounting plate (104) are provided. A first hydraulic cylinder (105) is mounted on the mounting plate (104). The piston rod of the first hydraulic cylinder (105) is connected to a connecting seat (106). A baffle (107) is mounted on the connecting seat (106), and a buffer pad (108) is mounted on one side of the baffle (107).

2. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The bottom of the connecting seat (106) is equipped with several limiting rods (109), and the bottom end of the limiting rods (109) passes through the mounting plate (104).

3. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The connecting seat (106) and the baffle (107) are connected by bolts, and the buffer pad (108) is connected to the baffle (107) by adhesive or bolt installation.

4. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The conveying component includes several conveying rollers (103) located above the first frame (101). Both sides of the conveying rollers (103) are rotatably connected to support plates (102), and the support plates (102) are mounted on the first frame (101).

5. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 4, wherein, A gap is left between the conveyor rollers (103) located at the beginning and end and the conveyor roller (103) located in the middle for the end of the second conveyor mechanism (2) to be inserted.

6. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 5, wherein, The second conveying mechanism (2) includes a double belt conveyor (205), one end of which is inserted into the gap.

7. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 6, wherein, The bottom of the double belt conveyor (205) is provided with several lifting structures, which are used to drive the double belt conveyor (205) to lift.

8. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 7, wherein, The lifting structure includes two connecting plates (204) mounted on a double belt conveyor (205), a connecting frame (203) connecting the two connecting plates (204), connecting rods (202) fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the connecting frame (203), and a second frame (201) sleeved between the outer surfaces of the two connecting rods (202).

9. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 8, wherein, The lifting structure also includes a second hydraulic cylinder (206) mounted on the second frame (201), and the piston rod of the second hydraulic cylinder (206) is connected to the bottom of the connecting frame (203).

10. The collaborative robot and conveyor belt docking apparatus of claim 8, wherein, Both the second frame (201) and the first frame (101) are equipped with foot cups at their bottoms.

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