A glass slide conveying device

Abstract

This application relates to a glass slide conveying device, including a glass slide pusher assembly, a Z-axis motion mechanism, and an X-axis motion mechanism. The glass slide pusher assembly includes glass slide pushers for pushing glass slides. The glass slide pushers are connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism. The Z-axis motion mechanism includes a Z-axis transmission assembly and a stationary Z-axis drive assembly, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission assembly. This utility model is scientifically designed and ingeniously conceived. By setting the Z-axis drive assembly to a stationary position, the movement of the X-axis motion mechanism will not drive the Z-axis drive assembly, effectively solving the problem of excessive load and preventing significant vibration in the overall structure. It also reduces the stepping loss phenomenon of the stepper motor of the Z-axis drive mechanism, effectively avoiding collisions with other components, and ensuring the orderly operation of the entire device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of biomedical experimental instrument technology, and in particular to a glass slide transport device. Background Technology

[0002] Chinese utility model patent CN 221987560 U discloses a glass slide handling device, including a cantilever gripper, a Z-axis lifting mechanism, an X-axis motion mechanism, and a Y-axis motion mechanism. The cantilever gripper consists of a suspension and grippers, with the grippers used to hold the glass slides. The suspension is connected to the Z-axis lifting mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism, and the X-axis motion mechanism is connected to the Y-axis motion mechanism. By setting up cantilever grippers and a three-axis mechanical motion mechanism, the cantilever grippers can stably transmit the glass slides along the X, Y, and Z axes, effectively preventing breakage and other problems compared to traditional clamp structures. However, it has the following technical problems: the Z-axis drive mechanism is forced to follow the X-axis and Y-axis motion mechanisms during synchronous operation, significantly increasing the system load and causing noticeable oscillations in the overall structure; under sudden load increases, the stepper motor of the Z-axis drive mechanism is prone to step loss, further causing collisions with other components and seriously affecting the overall orderly operation of the equipment. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art and provide a slide conveying device. This slide conveying device effectively solves the problem of excessive load by setting the Z-axis drive component to a fixed position, so that the X-axis motion mechanism does not drive the Z-axis drive component to move when it moves, thus preventing significant oscillations in the overall structure; it also reduces the step loss phenomenon of the Z-axis drive mechanism's stepper motor, effectively avoiding collisions with other components, and ensuring the orderly operation of the entire device.

[0004] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] A slide conveying device includes a slide pusher assembly, a Z-axis motion mechanism, and an X-axis motion mechanism. The slide pusher assembly includes slide pushers for pushing slides. The slide pushers are connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism. The Z-axis motion mechanism includes a Z-axis transmission assembly and a stationary Z-axis drive assembly, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission assembly.

[0006] As an optimization, the pusher base plate and the Z-axis drive assembly include a Z-axis motor and a Z-axis motor mount, with the Z-axis motor mounted on the Z-axis motor mount and the Z-axis motor mount fixedly mounted below the pusher base plate.

[0007] As an optimization, the Z-axis transmission assembly includes a first Z-axis transmission assembly, a second Z-axis transmission assembly, and a third Z-axis transmission assembly that connect to the Z-axis drive assembly;

[0008] The first transmission component of the Z-axis is a Z-axis synchronous belt transmission component, which includes a Z-axis drive pulley, a Z-axis synchronous belt, and a Z-axis driven pulley. The Z-axis drive pulley is mounted on the motor shaft of the Z-axis motor, and the Z-axis drive pulley and the Z-axis driven pulley are connected by the Z-axis synchronous belt.

[0009] The second transmission component of the Z-axis is a spline shaft transmission component, including a spline shaft, a spline sleeve, a left bearing housing and a right bearing housing. A matching spline sleeve is fitted on the spline shaft. The spline shaft passes between the left bearing housing and the right bearing housing. The left bearing housing is fixedly installed above the push plate base plate. The Z-axis driven wheel is installed at the left end of the spline shaft.

[0010] The third transmission component of the Z-axis is a gear and rack transmission mechanism, which includes a gearbox, a synchronous gear, and a rack. The synchronous gear is sleeved on a spline sleeve, and the synchronous gear and the rack mesh with each other. The gearbox is located outside the synchronous gear and is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism.

[0011] As an optimization, a miniature guide rail and slider assembly is included, which comprises a miniature guide rail, a miniature slider, and a slider seat. The slider seat is fixedly mounted on the gearbox, the miniature slider is mounted on the slider seat, the miniature guide rail and the miniature slider are matched, and the miniature guide rail is mounted on the rack.

[0012] As an optimization, the left bearing seat is fixedly installed at the upper left end of the push plate base, the Z-axis motor seat is fixedly installed at the lower left end, and the lower right end is fixedly installed on the left push plate support leg.

[0013] As an optimization, the X-axis motion mechanism includes an X-axis drive assembly and an X-axis transmission assembly, with the X-axis transmission assembly connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism;

[0014] The X-axis drive assembly includes an X-axis motor and an X-axis motor mounting base. The X-axis motor is mounted below the X-axis motor mounting base, the right bearing housing is mounted above the X-axis motor mounting base, and the X-axis motor mounting base is mounted on the right push plate support leg.

[0015] The X-axis transmission assembly includes an X-axis drive pulley, an X-axis synchronous belt, and an X-axis driven pulley. The X-axis drive pulley is mounted on the motor shaft of the X-axis motor. The X-axis drive pulley and the X-axis driven pulley are connected by the X-axis synchronous belt. The gearbox is connected to the X-axis synchronous belt through a pressure block.

[0016] As an optimization, an X-axis guide rail slider assembly is included. The X-axis guide rail slider assembly includes an X-axis guide rail fixing plate, an X-axis guide rail, and an X-axis slider. The left end of the X-axis guide rail fixing plate is mounted on the right rear end of the push plate base plate, and the right end is mounted on the X-axis motor mounting base. The X-axis guide rail is mounted on the X-axis guide rail fixing plate. The X-axis guide rail and the X-axis slider cooperate with each other, and the X-axis slider is connected to the gearbox.

[0017] As an optimization, a photoelectric sensing component is included, which includes a photoelectric switch fixedly mounted on the right bearing housing and a photoelectric detection plate sleeved on the spline shaft.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] This utility model provides a glass slide conveying device, including a glass slide pusher assembly, a Z-axis motion mechanism, and an X-axis motion mechanism. The glass slide pusher assembly includes glass slide pushers for pushing glass slides. The glass slide pushers are connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism. The Z-axis motion mechanism includes a Z-axis transmission assembly and a stationary Z-axis drive assembly, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission assembly. This utility model is scientifically designed and ingeniously conceived. By setting the Z-axis drive assembly to a stationary position, the movement of the X-axis motion mechanism will not drive the Z-axis drive assembly, effectively solving the problem of excessive load. The overall structure will not produce significant vibration; it also reduces the step loss phenomenon of the stepper motor of the Z-axis drive mechanism, effectively avoiding collisions with other components, and ensuring the orderly operation of the entire device. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, further illustrates a glass slide conveying device:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device without gears, according to some embodiments of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of A in the diagram. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the following embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and do not limit the scope of the application. Similarly, the following embodiments are only some, not all, embodiments of the present application, and all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0025] The terms "first," "second," and "third" in this application are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. All directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific orientation (as shown in the figures). If the specific orientation changes, the directional indications also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. A process, method, system, product, or device that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices.

[0026] The terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing" used in this application should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "linking" can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In this document, the term "implementation" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an implementation may be included in at least one implementation of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same implementation, nor is it a separate or alternative implementation mutually exclusive with other implementations. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the implementations described herein can be combined with other implementations.

[0028] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0029] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention, without gears. The glass slide conveying device includes a glass slide pusher assembly 3, a Z-axis motion mechanism 1, and an X-axis motion mechanism 4. The glass slide pusher assembly 3 includes a glass slide pusher 3.1, which is used to push glass slides. The glass slide pusher 3.1 is connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism 1, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism 4. The Z-axis motion mechanism 1 includes a Z-axis transmission assembly and a fixed Z-axis drive assembly 1.1, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission assembly. This design, by setting the Z-axis drive assembly to a fixed position, prevents the Z-axis drive assembly from moving when the X-axis motion mechanism moves, effectively solving the problem of excessive load and preventing significant oscillation of the overall structure. It also reduces the stepping loss phenomenon of the stepper motor of the Z-axis drive mechanism, effectively avoiding collisions with other components, and ensuring the orderly operation of the entire device.

[0030] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention, without gears; it includes a slide pusher base plate 2, and a Z-axis drive assembly 1.1 including a Z-axis motor 1.1.1 and a Z-axis motor mount 1.1.2. The Z-axis motor 1.1.1 is mounted on the Z-axis motor mount 1.1.2, and the Z-axis motor mount 1.1.2 is fixedly mounted below the slide pusher base plate 2. This design facilitates the fixed installation of the Z-axis drive assembly.

[0031] Please see Figures 1-3 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device without gears, according to some embodiments of this utility model; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of A; the Z-axis transmission assembly includes a first Z-axis transmission assembly 1.2, a second Z-axis transmission assembly 1.3, and a third Z-axis transmission assembly 1.4, which are connected to the Z-axis drive assembly 1.1;

[0032] The first transmission assembly 1.2 of the Z-axis is a Z-axis synchronous belt transmission assembly, including a Z-axis drive pulley 1.2.1, a Z-axis synchronous belt 1.2.2, and a Z-axis driven pulley 1.2.3. The Z-axis drive pulley 1.2.1 is mounted on the motor shaft of the Z-axis motor 1.1.1, and the Z-axis drive pulley 1.2.1 and the Z-axis driven pulley 1.2.3 are connected by the Z-axis synchronous belt 1.2.2.

[0033] The second transmission assembly 1.3 of the Z-axis is a spline shaft transmission assembly, including a spline shaft 1.3.1, a spline sleeve 1.3.2, a left bearing housing 1.3.3, and a right bearing housing 1.3.4. The spline shaft 1.3.1 is fitted with a matching spline sleeve 1.3.2. The spline shaft 1.3.1 passes between the left bearing housing 1.3.3 and the right bearing housing 1.3.4. The left bearing housing 1.3.3 is fixedly installed above the push plate base plate 2. The Z-axis driven wheel 1.2.3 is installed at the left end of the spline shaft 1.3.1.

[0034] The third transmission assembly 1.4 of the Z-axis is a gear and rack transmission mechanism, including a gearbox 1.4.1, a synchronizing gear 1.4.2, and a rack 1.4.3. The synchronizing gear 1.4.2 is fitted onto a splined sleeve 1.3.2, and the synchronizing gear 1.4.2 and rack 1.4.3 mesh. The gearbox 1.4.1 is located outside the synchronizing gear 1.4.2 and is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism 4. With this design, the second transmission assembly of the Z-axis uses the rotation of the splined shaft transmission assembly to convert the rotational force into vertical motion through the gear and rack of the third transmission assembly of the Z-axis. This allows the Z-axis drive assembly to remain stationary, effectively solving the problem of excessive load, and with good performance.

[0035] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention, without gears. It includes a micro-guide rail and slider assembly 1.5, which comprises a micro-guide rail 1.5.1, a micro-slider 1.5.2, and a slider seat 1.5.3. The slider seat 1.5.3 is fixedly mounted on a gearbox 1.4.1, and the micro-slider 1.5.2 is mounted on the slider seat 1.5.3. The micro-guide rail 1.5.1 and the micro-slider 1.5.2 are matched, and the micro-guide rail 1.5.1 is mounted on a rack 1.4.3. This design improves the stability of the Z-axis operation.

[0036] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of this utility model, without gears; the upper left end of the slide pusher base plate 2 is fixedly mounted with a left bearing seat 1.3.3, the lower left end is fixedly mounted with a Z-axis motor seat 1.1.2, and the lower right end is fixedly mounted on the left slide pusher leg 7. This design is scientifically laid out, easy to install, and has good performance.

[0037] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device without gears according to some embodiments of the present utility model; the X-axis motion mechanism 4 includes an X-axis drive assembly 4.1 and an X-axis transmission assembly 4.2, and the X-axis transmission assembly 4.2 is connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism 1;

[0038] The X-axis drive assembly 4.1 includes an X-axis motor 3.1.1 and an X-axis motor mounting base 4.1.2. The X-axis motor 3.1.1 is mounted below the X-axis motor mounting base 4.1.2, the right bearing housing 1.3.4 is mounted above the X-axis motor mounting base 4.1.2, and the X-axis motor mounting base 4.1.2 is mounted on the right push plate support leg 6.

[0039] The X-axis transmission assembly 4.2 includes an X-axis drive pulley 4.2.1, an X-axis timing belt 4.2.2, and an X-axis driven pulley 4.2.3. The X-axis drive pulley 4.2.1 is mounted on the motor shaft of the X-axis motor 3.1.1. The X-axis drive pulley 4.2.1 and the X-axis driven pulley 4.2.3 are connected by the X-axis timing belt 4.2.2. The gearbox 1.4.1 is connected to the X-axis timing belt 4.2.2 via a pressure block. This design facilitates installation and provides good performance.

[0040] Please see Figures 1-2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention, without gears. It includes an X-axis guide rail slider assembly 4.3, which comprises an X-axis guide rail fixing plate 4.3.1, an X-axis guide rail 4.3.2, and an X-axis slider 4.3.3. The left end of the X-axis guide rail fixing plate 4.3.1 is mounted on the right rear end of the slide pusher base plate 2, and the right end is mounted on the X-axis motor mounting base 4.1.2. The X-axis guide rail 4.3.2 is mounted on the X-axis guide rail fixing plate 4.3.1. The X-axis guide rail 4.3.2 and the X-axis slider 4.3.3 cooperate with each other, and the X-axis slider 4.3.3 is connected to a gearbox 1.4.1. This design improves the stability of X-axis operation.

[0041] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a glass slide conveying device according to some embodiments of the present invention; it includes a photoelectric sensing component 5, which comprises a photoelectric switch fixedly mounted on the right bearing seat 1.3.4 and a photoelectric detection plate sleeved on the spline shaft 1.3.1. This design improves positioning accuracy.

[0042] Unlike existing technologies, this application provides a glass slide conveying device, including a glass slide pusher assembly, a Z-axis motion mechanism, and an X-axis motion mechanism. The glass slide pusher assembly includes glass slide pushers for pushing glass slides. The glass slide pushers are connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism. The Z-axis motion mechanism includes a Z-axis transmission component and a fixed Z-axis drive component, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission component. This utility model is scientifically designed and ingeniously conceived. By setting the Z-axis drive component to a fixed position, the movement of the X-axis motion mechanism will not drive the Z-axis drive component, effectively solving the problem of excessive load and preventing significant vibration in the overall structure. It also reduces the stepping loss phenomenon of the stepper motor of the Z-axis drive mechanism, effectively avoiding collisions with other components, and ensuring the orderly operation of the entire device.

[0043] The above description illustrates the main features, basic principles, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments or examples described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the above embodiments or examples should be considered exemplary and not restrictive. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and therefore all changes falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of this utility model without departing from its technical principles should fall within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A slide transport device, characterized by: The device includes a slide pusher assembly, a Z-axis motion mechanism, and an X-axis motion mechanism. The slide pusher assembly includes a slide pusher for pushing a slide. The slide pusher is connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism, which is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism. The Z-axis motion mechanism includes a Z-axis transmission assembly and a stationary Z-axis drive assembly, which is connected to the Z-axis transmission assembly.

2. A slide transport device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The device includes a pusher plate base. The Z-axis drive assembly includes a Z-axis motor and a Z-axis motor mount. The Z-axis motor is mounted on the Z-axis motor mount, and the Z-axis motor mount is fixedly mounted below the pusher plate base.

3. A slide transport device as claimed in claim 2, wherein: The Z-axis transmission assembly includes a first Z-axis transmission assembly, a second Z-axis transmission assembly, and a third Z-axis transmission assembly that are connected to the Z-axis drive assembly. The first transmission component of the Z-axis is a Z-axis synchronous belt transmission component, including a Z-axis driving pulley, a Z-axis synchronous belt, and a Z-axis driven pulley. The Z-axis driving pulley is mounted on the motor shaft of the Z-axis motor, and the Z-axis driving pulley and the Z-axis driven pulley are connected by the Z-axis synchronous belt. The second transmission assembly of the Z-axis is a spline shaft transmission assembly, including a spline shaft, a spline sleeve, a left bearing seat and a right bearing seat. The spline shaft is fitted with a matching spline sleeve. The spline shaft passes between the left bearing seat and the right bearing seat. The left bearing seat is fixedly installed above the push plate base plate. The Z-axis driven wheel is installed at the left end of the spline shaft. The third transmission component of the Z-axis is a gear and rack transmission mechanism, including a gearbox, a synchronous gear and a rack. The synchronous gear is sleeved on the spline sleeve, and the synchronous gear and the rack mesh with each other. The gearbox is located outside the synchronous gear and is connected to the X-axis motion mechanism.

4. A slide transport device as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: The system includes a micro-guide rail and slider assembly, which comprises a micro-guide rail, a micro-slider, and a slider base. The slider base is fixedly mounted on the gearbox, and the micro-slider is mounted on the slider base. The micro-guide rail and the micro-slider are matched, and the micro-guide rail is mounted on the rack.

5. A slide transport apparatus as claimed in claim 3, wherein: The left bearing seat is fixedly installed at the upper left end of the push plate base, the Z-axis motor seat is fixedly installed at the lower left end, and the lower right end is fixedly installed on the left push plate support leg.

6. A slide transport apparatus as claimed in claim 3, wherein: The X-axis motion mechanism includes an X-axis drive assembly and an X-axis transmission assembly, wherein the X-axis transmission assembly is connected to the Z-axis motion mechanism; The X-axis drive assembly includes an X-axis motor and an X-axis motor mounting base. The X-axis motor is mounted below the X-axis motor mounting base, the right bearing housing is mounted above the X-axis motor mounting base, and the X-axis motor mounting base is mounted on the right push plate support leg. The X-axis transmission assembly includes an X-axis drive pulley, an X-axis synchronous belt, and an X-axis driven pulley. The X-axis drive pulley is mounted on the motor shaft of the X-axis motor. The X-axis drive pulley and the X-axis driven pulley are connected by the X-axis synchronous belt. The gearbox is connected to the X-axis synchronous belt through a pressure block.

7. A slide transport apparatus as claimed in claim 6, wherein: The system includes an X-axis guide rail and slider assembly, which comprises an X-axis guide rail fixing plate, an X-axis guide rail, and an X-axis slider. The left end of the X-axis guide rail fixing plate is mounted on the right rear end of the push plate base, and the right end is mounted on the X-axis motor mounting base. The X-axis guide rail is mounted on the X-axis guide rail fixing plate, and the X-axis guide rail and the X-axis slider cooperate with each other. The X-axis slider is connected to the gearbox.

8. A slide transport apparatus as claimed in claim 3, wherein: It includes a photoelectric sensing component, which includes a photoelectric switch fixedly installed on the right bearing seat and a photoelectric detection plate sleeved on the spline shaft.

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