Offset Rotary Receiving Mechanism

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of parts handling technology, specifically disclosing a staggered rotating receiving mechanism. The mechanism includes a hopper, a receiving module, and a base module. The hopper is used to store products. The base module is fixed in position relative to the hopper. The receiving module includes a detection component and several receiving units spaced apart along the working direction. The receiving module can move relative to the base module along the working direction, allowing each receiving unit to be placed within the hopper. Each receiving unit has a suction nozzle groove, selectively adsorbing products located in the hopper, ensuring one end of the product is aligned within the suction nozzle groove. The receiving unit can rotate relative to the detection component around the working direction, driving the product to the discharge position. The detection component detects whether the other end of the product at the discharge position is in place. This mechanism, through structural optimization and improvement, solves the problems of unsuitable product posture for operation, low loading efficiency, and poor reliability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of parts receiving technology, and in particular to a staggered rotating receiving mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] In the manufacturing process of 3C electronic products, the high-volume, high-precision, and high-efficiency loading and unloading of various small components such as chips, capacitors, and connectors is a critical link in the production process. These parts are usually stored in arrays in a hopper and need to be retrieved by a material handling mechanism and transferred to subsequent processing, testing, or assembly stations. However, in actual operation, the incoming material posture is often inconsistent with the working posture required by subsequent processes. For example, parts are arranged horizontally in the hopper, but need to be placed vertically or at a certain angle when unloading, or even need to be repositioned to match the equipment layout. Traditional material handling mechanisms cannot complete the posture and position adjustment while picking up materials, thus becoming a bottleneck restricting the improvement of production line cycle time and automation.

[0003] Currently, most common automated material handling mechanisms employ fixed or single-point suction nozzles, which are simple in structure but have significant functional limitations. For example, some mechanisms can only perform pick-and-place actions in a single direction and cannot rotate or change the position of parts; others, while possessing some displacement capability, still lack the ability to simultaneously handle multiple stations and adaptively adjust their posture. Specifically, the existing technology suffers from the following main problems:

[0004] First, traditional mechanisms lack the ability to adjust the discharge direction. When the incoming material direction does not match the requirements of subsequent processes, it is often necessary to add an additional flipping or rotating mechanism for secondary positioning. This not only increases the complexity and space occupied by the equipment, but also introduces more error accumulation points, reducing the system's repeatability and reliability.

[0005] Secondly, most existing material receiving mechanisms have a limited capacity for picking up only one part at a time, which is insufficient to meet the material handling efficiency requirements of modern high-speed production lines. Although some mechanisms have attempted to adopt multi-nozzle structures, the lack of effective staggered layout and independent control capabilities often prevents them from accurately connecting to multiple material hopper stations simultaneously, resulting in material loss or poor adhesion.

[0006] Furthermore, existing equipment generally lacks real-time detection and feedback mechanisms during the material handling process. It cannot determine in real time whether the material has been successfully handled, or whether there is any deviation or detachment, which can easily lead to empty operations or poor assembly in subsequent processes, affecting overall production quality and equipment efficiency.

[0007] In addition, due to the small size, high precision and fragile surface of 3C electronic components, traditional mechanical clamping methods are prone to damage or displacement of the components, while ordinary negative pressure adsorption methods are difficult to maintain the stability of the component's posture during high-speed movement, especially in situations where rotation or displacement is required, the components are prone to slipping or falling off. Utility Model Content

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a misaligned rotating receiving mechanism to solve the problems of unsuitable product posture for operation, low feeding efficiency, and poor reliability.

[0009] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0010] A staggered rotating receiving mechanism is used to pick up products. The mechanism includes a hopper, a base module, and a picking module. The hopper holds the products. The base module is fixed in position relative to the hopper. The picking module includes a detection component and several receiving units spaced apart along the working direction. The picking module can move relative to the base module along the working direction, allowing each receiving unit to be placed within the hopper. Each receiving unit has a suction nozzle groove, selectively adsorbing the products located in the hopper, so that one end of the product is matched and placed within the suction nozzle groove. The receiving unit can rotate relative to the detection component around the working direction to rotate the product to the discharge position. The detection component detects whether the other end of the product at the discharge position is in place.

[0011] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, the receiving unit is connected to an external suction device, and the receiving unit adsorbs the product through vacuum negative pressure.

[0012] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, the material receiving module further includes a hollow rotating shaft that extends along the working direction. There are multiple receiving units, all of which are located on the outer side wall of the rotating shaft and communicate with the interior of the rotating shaft. An air pipe connector is connected to the end of the rotating shaft, and the air pipe connector is used to connect the interior of the rotating shaft to the external air suction device.

[0013] As an optional technical solution for the offset rotating receiving mechanism, the receiving unit includes a suction nozzle seat and a suction nozzle. The suction nozzle seat is connected to the rotating shaft, and the suction nozzle is inserted into the end of the suction nozzle seat away from the rotating shaft. The suction nozzle groove is provided on the suction nozzle.

[0014] As an optional technical solution for the offset rotary receiving mechanism, the material receiving module further includes a slide drive unit mounting base and a rotary shaft mounting base. The rotary shaft mounting base can move relative to the slide drive unit mounting base along the working direction. The rotary shaft is rotatably connected to the rotary shaft mounting base. The detection component is disposed on the rotary shaft mounting base. The slide drive unit mounting base is movably connected to the base module.

[0015] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, the receiving unit can drive the product to swing between the adsorption position and the discharge position, and the angle through which the product rotates from the adsorption position to the discharge position is not less than 90°, and the product located at the discharge position extends in the vertical direction.

[0016] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, the detection component includes several through-beam sensors. The number of through-beam sensors is the same as the number of receiving units and they correspond one-to-one. Each through-beam sensor includes a light emitter and a light receiver. The light emitter is used to emit light along the detection path, and the light receiver is used to receive the light emitted by the light emitter. When the product is located at the discharge position, the other end of the product blocks the detection path.

[0017] As an optional technical solution for the misaligned rotary receiving mechanism, the misaligned rotary receiving mechanism also includes an alarm module. The alarm module is communicatively connected to the detection component. The alarm module is used to process the detection results of each of the through-beam sensors. If any of the products is detected to be out of place, the alarm module will issue an alarm signal.

[0018] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, there are multiple receiving units, and the spacing between the multiple receiving units is the same; there are (M×N) receiving units, where M and N are both positive integers; every M adjacent receiving units are divided into a working group, and the picking module moving along the working direction moves back and forth between N working positions. Whenever the picking module moves to a working position, there is a corresponding working group located in the hopper.

[0019] As an optional technical solution for the staggered rotating receiving mechanism, the working direction is parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0021] This staggered rotary receiving mechanism provides an integrated receiving solution. By setting up a movable picking module and multiple spaced receiving units on it, it enables all receiving units to accurately enter the hopper in a single receiving stroke, picking up multiple products at different positions in the hopper in batches. This significantly increases the number of products picked up in a single feeding cycle, solving the problems of limited picking quantity or inability of receiving units to align with the hopper, and significantly improving the overall cycle time and feeding efficiency of the production line. At the same time, the receiving unit picks up products through selective adsorption and uses a suction nozzle groove to physically match and limit one end of the product. This effectively prevents the product from failing to reach the bottom or being picked up securely due to positional deviation or incomplete positioning during the receiving process, providing a stable initial state for subsequent staggered movement and rotation, ensuring the reliability and consistency of the picking process. Furthermore, by enabling the receiving unit to rotate relative to the detection component around the working direction, the adsorbed product is precisely rotated from the receiving posture to the required discharge posture, solving the problem of mismatch between the product's incoming posture and the working posture. This allows the product to directly enter the next process step without complex secondary positioning, perfectly adapting to subsequent process operations. Furthermore, by integrating the detection component, real-time detection of whether the product has been successfully picked up and is in place at the discharge position ensures the reliability and quality of the entire feeding process, avoiding subsequent empty operations or product defects caused by missed material pickup, and guaranteeing the controllability and operational stability of the entire feeding process. The staggered rotating receiving mechanism integrates four major functions—staggered placement, adsorption, rotation, and detection—into a compact structure, simplifying equipment layout, reducing space occupation, and contributing to improved structural integrity and automation. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the offset rotating receiving mechanism other than the hopper provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the image;

[0024] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the misaligned rotating receiving mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] In the picture:

[0026] 1. Buffer; 2. Bearing; 3. Coupling; 4. Translation drive unit mounting base; 5. Slide drive unit; 6. Rotary drive unit; 7. Guide rail; 8. Translation drive unit; 9. Slider; 10. Floating joint; 11. Through-beam sensor; 12. Base plate; 13. Side support block; 14. Guide rail mounting plate; 15. Floating joint connecting plate; 16. Buffer mounting base; 17. Slide drive unit mounting base; 18. Rotary shaft mounting base; 19. Rotary drive unit mounting base; 20. Rotary connector; 21. Rotary shaft; 22. Nozzle seat; 23. Nozzle; 24. Sensor seat; 25. Protective pressure plate; 26. Air pipe connector; 27. Product; 28. Offset rotary receiving mechanism; 29. ​​Hopper; 30. Base module; 31. Material handling module; 32. Detection component; 33. Receiving unit. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "first position" and "second position" refer to two different positions. Moreover, "above," "on top of," and "over" the first feature in relation to the second feature includes the first feature directly above and diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "under," and "below" the first feature in relation to the second feature includes the first feature directly below and diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a staggered rotating receiving mechanism 28 for picking up products 27. The staggered rotating receiving mechanism 28 includes a hopper 29, a base module 30, and a picking module 31. The hopper 29 is used to store products 27. The base module 30 is fixed in relative position to the hopper 29. The picking module 31 includes a detection component 32 and several receiving units 33 spaced apart along the working direction. The picking module 31 can move relative to the base module 30 along the working direction so that each receiving unit 33 can be placed in the hopper 29. The receiving unit 33 is provided with a suction nozzle groove. The receiving unit 33 selectively adsorbs the products 27 located in the hopper 29 so that one end of the product 27 is matched and placed in the suction nozzle groove. The receiving unit 33 can rotate relative to the detection component 32 around the working direction to drive the product 27 to rotate to the discharge position. The detection component 32 is used to detect whether the other end of the product 27 at the discharge position is in place.

[0032] The staggered rotating receiving mechanism 28 provides an integrated receiving solution. By setting up a movable picking module 31 and multiple spaced receiving units 33 on it, it enables all receiving units 33 to accurately enter the hopper 29 in one receiving stroke, picking up multiple products 27 at different positions in the hopper 29 in batches. This significantly increases the number of products picked up in a single feeding cycle, solving the problems of limited picking quantity or the inability of receiving units 33 to align with the hopper 29, and significantly improving the overall cycle time and feeding efficiency of the production line. At the same time, the receiving unit 33 picks up the product 27 by selective adsorption and uses the suction nozzle groove to physically match and limit one end of the product 27. This effectively prevents the product 27 from failing to reach the bottom or being picked up securely due to positional deviation or incomplete positioning during the receiving process, providing a stable initial state for subsequent staggered movement and rotation, and ensuring the reliability and consistency of the picking process. Furthermore, by enabling the receiving unit 33 to rotate relative to the detection component 32 around the working direction, the adsorbed product 27 is precisely rotated from the receiving posture to the required discharge posture, solving the problem of mismatch between the receiving posture and the working posture of the product 27. This allows the product 27 to directly enter the next process step without complex secondary positioning, perfectly adapting to subsequent process operations. Furthermore, by integrating the detection component 32, it is possible to detect in real time whether the product 27 has been successfully picked up and is in place at the discharge position, ensuring the reliability and quality of the entire feeding process. This avoids subsequent empty operations or product 27 defects caused by missed material pickup, guaranteeing the controllability and operational stability of the entire feeding process. The staggered rotating receiving mechanism 28 integrates the four functions of staggered positioning, adsorption, rotation, and detection into a compact mechanism, simplifying the equipment layout, reducing space occupation, and contributing to improved structural integrity and automation.

[0033] In this embodiment, product 27 is a steel tubular component.

[0034] In this embodiment, the receiving unit 33 is connected to an external suction device, and the receiving unit 33 adsorbs the product 27 through vacuum negative pressure.

[0035] The vacuum negative pressure adsorption method ensures that the adsorption force is applied evenly, gently, and controllably to the surface of product 27, avoiding scratches or indentations that might occur with mechanical clamping and preventing mechanical damage to the surface of product 27. Simultaneously, the vacuum on / off control has a fast response speed, facilitating precise control of material handling, and its relatively simple structure makes maintenance convenient. During the staggered movement and rotation of the receiving unit 33, the continuous vacuum adsorption force actively pulls product 27 into and stably adheres it to the nozzle groove, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of material handling, effectively overcoming inertial and centrifugal forces, preventing product 27 from being thrown out during movement, and ensuring the stability and reliability of the entire transfer process.

[0036] Furthermore, the material receiving module 31 also includes a hollow rotating shaft 21, which extends along the working direction. There are multiple material receiving units 33, which are all located on the outer side wall of the rotating shaft 21 and communicate with the interior of the rotating shaft 21. An air pipe connector 26 is connected to the end of the rotating shaft 21. The air pipe connector 26 is used to connect the internal and external air suction devices of the rotating shaft 21.

[0037] A hollow rotating shaft 21 serves as the central vacuum channel, achieving a compact layout. All receiving units 33 share a single vacuum source through this common channel, simplifying external air path connections and avoiding the problems of pipe entanglement, wear, and motion interference caused by connecting separate air pipes to each nozzle 23. An air pipe connector 26 is provided at one end of the rotating shaft 21, achieving efficient and sealed communication between the stationary air source and the rotating components. This structure allows the external air path to remain constant during the rotation of the receiving module 31; air can be supplied to the rotating shaft 21 simply through the stationary air pipe connector 26. This simplifies the overall structure, improves the reliability and lifespan of the operation, and reduces maintenance costs. This ensures that the vacuum negative pressure supply is uninterrupted during the rotation of the receiving module 31 to change the posture of the product 27, ensuring that the product 27 remains firmly adsorbed during the rotational posture change. This guarantees the continuity and stability of the air path during rotation, avoiding the risk of the product 27 being thrown out due to loss of adsorption during rotation, and improving the reliability of the mechanism.

[0038] Furthermore, the receiving unit 33 includes a nozzle seat 22 and a nozzle 23. The nozzle seat 22 is connected to the rotating shaft 21, and the nozzle 23 is inserted into the end of the nozzle seat 22 away from the rotating shaft 21. A nozzle groove is provided on the nozzle 23.

[0039] The modular design of the nozzle holder 22 and the pluggable nozzle 23 allows the nozzle 23, as a consumable part, to be quickly and easily replaced individually without replacing the entire nozzle holder 22 or the rotating shaft 21. This improves the equipment's versatility and adaptability, and reduces maintenance costs and time. The nozzle 23 has a dedicated nozzle groove, providing precise positioning and accommodating space for one end of the product 27. For products 27 of different shapes or sizes, only the corresponding nozzle 23 needs to be replaced, making the entire mechanism more versatile and enabling rapid adaptation to product 27 changes on the production line.

[0040] Furthermore, the material handling module 31 also includes a slide drive unit mounting base 17 and a rotary shaft mounting base 18. The rotary shaft mounting base 18 can move relative to the slide drive unit mounting base 17 in the working direction. The rotary shaft 21 is rotatably connected to the rotary shaft mounting base 18. The detection component 32 is disposed on the rotary shaft mounting base 18. The slide drive unit mounting base 17 is movably connected to the base module 30. Specifically, the rotary shaft 21 is rotatably connected to the rotary shaft mounting base 18 through the bearing 2.

[0041] Through the layered design of the slide drive unit mounting base 17 and the rotary shaft mounting base 18, horizontal misalignment movement and rotational movement are realized on two separate components. This makes the motion transmission of the entire mechanism clearer and more reliable, the load distribution more reasonable, and reduces motion interference, achieving precise decoupling and control of the two degrees of freedom of misalignment movement and rotational movement. The rotary shaft mounting base 18 is responsible for rotational movement, and its entirety is mounted on the slide drive unit mounting base 17, which is responsible for linear movement, making the motion transmission more accurate and stable. The design of the rotary shaft mounting base 18 being movable relative to the slide drive unit mounting base 17 allows for fine-tuning of the position between the base module 30 and the receiving unit 33 to adapt to the relative positional relationship between the receiving unit 33 and the hopper 29 during different material handling processes. The detection component 32 is directly mounted on the rotary shaft mounting base 18, ensuring that the detection reference and the position of the product 27 follow each other. No matter where the material handling module 31 moves or rotates, the relative relationship between the detection component 32 and the product 27 remains fixed. This integrated design avoids the need for additional detection stations, simplifies the structure, and thus ensures the consistency and accuracy of the detection results.

[0042] Specifically, a slide drive unit 5 is fixedly mounted on the slide drive unit mounting base 17. The output end of the slide drive unit 5 is connected to the rotary shaft mounting base 18. The slide drive unit 5 is used to achieve fine adjustment of the position of the rotary shaft mounting base 18 relative to the slide drive unit mounting base 17.

[0043] In this embodiment, the receiving unit 33 can drive the product 27 to swing between the adsorption position and the discharge position, and the angle through which the product 27 rotates from the adsorption position to the discharge position is not less than 90°, and the product 27 located at the discharge position extends in the vertical direction.

[0044] The rotation angle is limited to no less than 90°, and the discharge position of product 27 is clearly indicated to be in a vertical state. This ensures that product 27 can be reliably converted from a receiving posture to a vertical operating posture, perfectly meeting the stringent requirements of subsequent processes for the posture of product 27, thereby solving the problem that the posture direction of product 27 is not suitable for process operation.

[0045] For example, the detection component 32 includes a plurality of through-beam sensors 11, the number of through-beam sensors 11 being the same as the number of receiving units 33 and corresponding one-to-one. The through-beam sensor 11 includes a light emitter and a light receiver. The light emitter is used to emit light along the detection path, and the light receiver is used to receive the light emitted by the light emitter. When the product 27 is in the discharge position, the other end of the product 27 blocks the detection path.

[0046] The detection method employs a through-beam photoelectric sensor, which offers high reliability and strong anti-interference capabilities. Once product 27 is in place and erected, its top physically blocks the light beam, triggering a signal. This detection method is less dependent on the color and reflectivity of product 27, resulting in more stable and reliable detection results.

[0047] By setting up sensors corresponding one-to-one with the receiving unit 33, independent monitoring of the material handling status of each product 27 is achieved. By detecting whether the product 27 is blocking the light, it is possible to effectively determine whether the product 27 is fully in place and in the correct discharge posture, rather than simply judging whether there are objects on the nozzle 23. This avoids missing abnormalities such as the product 27 being tilted or not reaching the bottom, and can accurately locate which station is experiencing material leakage or abnormality. The detection logic is more scientific and rigorous, providing accurate data support for quickly troubleshooting and ensuring the quality of the product 27.

[0048] Furthermore, the misaligned rotating receiving mechanism 28 also includes an alarm module, which is communicatively connected to the detection component 32. The alarm module is used to process the detection results of each through-beam sensor 11. If any product 27 is detected to be out of place, the alarm module will issue an alarm signal.

[0049] By setting up an alarm module and defining its logic, the system achieves automatic processing and decision-making for detection signals. Once any product 27 fails to be picked up or is not in place, the system immediately and automatically issues an alarm signal, notifying operators to intervene promptly. This prevents subsequent processes from being idle or assembly errors, avoids the generation of batches of defective products, reduces material waste and equipment idleness, thereby ensuring the operational efficiency of the entire production line and the quality of product 27. It also improves the level of intelligent management, reduces reliance on real-time human monitoring, and lowers labor costs and the probability of errors.

[0050] In this embodiment, there are multiple receiving units 33, and the spacing between the multiple receiving units 33 is the same; there are (M×N) receiving units 33, where M and N are both positive integers; every M adjacent receiving units 33 are divided into a working group, and the picking module 31 moving along the working direction moves back and forth between N working positions. Whenever the picking module 31 moves to a working position, there is a corresponding working group located in the hopper 29.

[0051] By grouping the receiving units 33 and allowing the picking modules 31 to move in a staggered manner, the receiving units 33 are used to sequentially pick up the products 27 from the hopper 29, thereby achieving zoned and phased material picking of the hopper 29. Without increasing the complexity of the mechanism, the material picking capacity of a single operation cycle is significantly improved, thus optimizing the material picking strategy. The ingenious and efficient structural design achieves high-density and high-efficiency material picking within a limited space, contributing to the overall compact structural design.

[0052] In this embodiment, we take the case where M is 5 and N is 2 as an example.

[0053] For example, the working direction is parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0054] The work direction is clearly defined as horizontal, allowing misalignment and movement to occur within the horizontal plane. This aligns with the working plane of most automated production lines, facilitating integration and layout. Simultaneously, the combination of horizontal movement and rotational motion effectively transforms the product 27 from horizontal storage to vertical operation. The motion planning is more rational and compatible with commonly arranged horizontal silos 29 or conveyor belts, avoiding complex spatial movements, simplifying drive and control, improving the rigidity and motion accuracy of the mechanism, and achieving high energy efficiency.

[0055] In this embodiment, a sensor base 24 and a rotary drive unit base 19 are also mounted on the rotary shaft mounting base 18. A protective pressure plate 25 is sandwiched between the sensor base 24 and the rotary shaft mounting base 18. The detection component 32 is disposed on the sensor base 24. The rotary drive unit 6 is fixedly mounted on the rotary drive unit mounting base 19, and the output end of the rotary drive unit 6 passes through the rotary drive unit mounting base 19 and is coaxially connected to the rotary connector 20. The rotary connector 20 is coaxially connected to the rotary shaft 21 through the coupling 3, which allows the output end of the rotary drive unit 6 to drive the rotary shaft 21 to rotate around its own axis.

[0056] The base module 30 includes a base plate 12, a guide rail mounting plate 14, and several side support blocks 13. The guide rail mounting plate 14 is located above the base plate 12, and the base plate 12 and the guide rail mounting plate 14 are connected by the side support blocks 13. A translation drive unit 8 is also provided between the base plate 12 and the guide rail mounting plate 14. The translation drive unit 8 is fixed to the upper surface of the base plate 12 through a translation drive unit mounting seat 4. The output end of the translation drive unit 8 is connected to a floating joint 10, which is assembled on a floating joint connecting plate 15. A floating joint connecting plate 15 is fixed to a slide table drive unit mounting seat 17. A guide rail 7 is provided on the upper surface of the guide rail mounting plate 14, and a slider 9 is slidably fitted on the guide rail 7. The slider 9 is fixed to the bottom end of the slide table drive unit mounting seat 17. The above design enables the translation drive unit 8 to drive the slide table drive unit mounting seat 17 to move relative to the base module 30.

[0057] The upper surface of the guide rail mounting plate 14 is also equipped with a buffer 1 via a buffer mounting seat 16. The buffer 1 can buffer the material picking module 31 when it moves.

[0058] In this embodiment, the slide drive unit 5, the rotation drive unit 6, and the translation drive unit 8 are all cylinders.

[0059] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. Staggered rotary infeed mechanism for picking up products, characterized in that, The misaligned rotary receiving mechanism includes: The hopper is used to store the products. The base module is fixed in position relative to the hopper; The material handling module includes a detection component and several receiving units spaced apart along the working direction. The material handling module can move relative to the base module along the working direction, so that each receiving unit can be placed in the hopper. Each receiving unit is provided with a suction nozzle groove, and the receiving unit selectively adsorbs the product located in the hopper, so that one end of the product is matched and placed in the suction nozzle groove. The receiving unit can rotate relative to the detection component around the working direction to drive the product to the discharge position. The detection component is used to detect whether the other end of the product located at the discharge position is in place.

2. The staggered rotary receiver mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The receiving unit is connected to an external air suction device, and the receiving unit adsorbs the product through vacuum negative pressure.

3. The staggered rotary receiver mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The material receiving module also includes a hollow rotating shaft that extends along the working direction. There are multiple material receiving units, each located on the outer side wall of the rotating shaft and communicating with the interior of the rotating shaft. An air pipe connector is connected to the end of the rotating shaft, which is used to connect the interior of the rotating shaft to the external air intake device.

4. The staggered rotary receiver mechanism of claim 3, wherein, The receiving unit includes a suction nozzle seat and a suction nozzle. The suction nozzle seat is connected to the rotating shaft, and the suction nozzle is inserted into the end of the suction nozzle seat away from the rotating shaft. The suction nozzle groove is provided on the suction nozzle.

5. The staggered rotary receiver mechanism of claim 4, wherein, The material handling module further includes a slide drive unit mounting base and a rotary shaft mounting base. The rotary shaft mounting base can move relative to the slide drive unit mounting base along the working direction. The rotary shaft is rotatably connected to the rotary shaft mounting base. The detection component is disposed on the rotary shaft mounting base. The slide drive unit mounting base is movably connected to the base module.

6. The offset rotating receiving mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving unit can drive the product to swing between the adsorption position and the discharge position, and the angle through which the product rotates from the adsorption position to the discharge position is not less than 90°, and the product located at the discharge position extends in the vertical direction.

7. The offset rotary receiving mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection component includes several through-beam sensors, the number of which is the same as the number of receiving units and they correspond one-to-one. Each through-beam sensor includes a light emitter and a light receiver. The light emitter is used to emit light along the detection path, and the light receiver is used to receive the light emitted by the light emitter. When the product is located at the discharge position, the other end of the product blocks the detection path.

8. The offset rotary receiving mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The misaligned rotating receiving mechanism also includes an alarm module, which is communicatively connected to the detection component. The alarm module is used to process the detection results of each of the through-beam sensors. If any of the products is detected to be out of place, the alarm module will issue an alarm signal.

9. The offset rotary receiving mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are multiple receiving units, and the spacing between the multiple receiving units is the same; there are (M×N) receiving units, where M and N are both positive integers; every M adjacent receiving units are divided into a working group, and the picking module moving along the working direction moves back and forth between N working positions. Whenever the picking module moves to a working position, there is a corresponding working group located in the hopper.

10. The offset rotary receiving mechanism according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The working direction is parallel to the horizontal plane.

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