Variable lane logistics conveyor

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of variable lane logistics conveying devices, including mover, guide mechanism and stator, mover is used to carry the to-be-transported object, mover is slidably connected to stator, stator includes fixed stator assembly and mobile stator, fixed stator assembly is in fixed state, mobile stator can move along guide mechanism, when mobile stator moves to first position along guide mechanism, mobile stator and fixed stator assembly form linear track, to make mover can move linearly along linear track, when mobile stator moves to second position along guide mechanism, mobile stator and fixed stator assembly form arc track, to make mover can move steeringly along arc track, by moving mobile stator, so that the mobile stator of different positions cooperates fixed stator assembly, the movement of mover in different tracks can be realized, the travel of mover in different tracks at the same position is realized, improve the conveying efficiency of variable lane logistics conveying device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of conveying, and in particular to a variable-track logistics conveying device. Background Technology

[0002] Magnetic drive conveyor lines are intelligent multi-mover conveying systems based on the principle of linear motors. These systems primarily consist of fixed coils and moving magnets. Each mover operates independently without the need for a dragging cable, adapting to different production station rhythms and improving production line flexibility. Magnetic drive conveyor lines typically include a magnetic conveyor track. Materials or products on the conveyor line usually carry a magnetic carrier, which is driven by the magnetic force on the track, achieving contactless levitation. In traditional conveyor systems, when a mover is diverted from the main track to another, a mechanical structure is used to change the mover's trajectory, such as using a guide device to change the mover's direction of travel. The guide device design needs to consider the dynamic characteristics of the mover and the geometry of the track. This may include ramps, curves, or other transition structures to ensure a smooth transition during track changes. However, in some scenarios, the trajectories of different movers differ. At the same location, one mover may need to divert to a sub-segment while the next mover needs to continue along the main track. Traditional conveyor systems cannot easily meet these requirements, thus affecting the conveying efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a variable-track logistics conveying device that enables the mover to travel on different tracks at the same position, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device.

[0004] A variable-track logistics conveying device, comprising: The mover is used to carry the object to be transported; Guiding mechanism; The stator has a movable element slidably connected to it. The stator includes a fixed stator assembly and a movable stator, the movable stator being disposed on the guide mechanism. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism to a first position, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form a straight track, enabling the movable element to move linearly along the straight track. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism to a second position, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form an arc track, enabling the movable element to turn along the arc track.

[0005] The variable-track logistics conveying device provided in this application includes a mover, a guiding mechanism, and a stator. The mover is used to carry the goods to be transported and is slidably connected to the stator. The stator includes a fixed stator assembly and a movable stator. The fixed stator assembly is in a fixed state, and the movable stator can move along the guiding mechanism. When the movable stator moves to a first position along the guiding mechanism, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form a straight track, so that the mover can move linearly along the straight track. When the movable stator moves to a second position along the guiding mechanism, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form an arc track, so that the mover can turn along the arc track. By moving the movable stator, the movable stator at different positions cooperates with the fixed stator assembly to realize the movement of the mover on different tracks, enabling the mover to travel on different tracks at the same position, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device.

[0006] In one embodiment, the fixed stator assembly includes a first linear fixed stator, a first linear bifurcation stator, and a first arc-shaped bifurcation stator all in the same plane. The first linear fixed stator is located on one side of the movable stator, and the first linear bifurcation stator and the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator are located on the other side of the movable stator. The first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator are oriented parallel to each other.

[0007] In one embodiment, the movable stator includes a linear movable stator, the orientation of which is parallel to the orientation of the first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator; when the linear movable stator moves to the first position along the guide mechanism, both ends of the linear movable stator are respectively connected to the first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator to form the linear track.

[0008] In one embodiment, the movable stator includes an arc-shaped movable stator, one end of which is parallel to the first straight fixed stator, and the other end has the same curvature as the end of the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator; when the arc-shaped movable stator moves to the second position along the guide mechanism, both ends of the arc-shaped movable stator are respectively connected to the first straight fixed stator and the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator to form the arc-shaped track.

[0009] In one embodiment, the linear moving stator and the arc-shaped moving stator are fixedly arranged relative to each other, and both can move synchronously along the guide mechanism.

[0010] In one embodiment, the guiding mechanism includes a drive component connected to the movable stator to drive the movable stator to move.

[0011] In one embodiment, the variable-track material conveying device includes a magnetic drive mechanism connected to the mover or the stator, the magnetic drive mechanism being used to provide power for the mover to move on the stator.

[0012] In one embodiment, the movable stator moves along a first direction on the guide mechanism, and the linear track extends along a second direction, wherein the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0013] In one embodiment, the guiding mechanism is provided with a guide rail, the movable stator is slidably disposed on the guide rail, and the extension direction of the guide rail is perpendicular to the linear track.

[0014] In one embodiment, the upper edges of the fixed stator assembly and the movable stator are provided with grooves, and the movable element is at least partially engaged within the grooves. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein: Figure 1 This is a first schematic diagram of a variable-track logistics conveying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of a variable-track logistics conveying device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0016] Reference numerals: 10 for variable-track logistics conveying device; 20 for mover; 30 for guide mechanism; 31 for guide rail; 32 for drive assembly; 41 for fixed stator assembly; 410 for first linear fixed stator; 412 for first linear bifurcation stator; 413 for first arc bifurcation stator; 420 for linear moving stator; 421 for arc moving stator; 51 for linear track; 52 for arc track; P1 for first direction; P2 for second direction; K1 for first position; K2 for second position. Detailed Implementation To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0017] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0018] 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 or an electrical connection; 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.

[0019] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0020] Magnetic drive conveyor lines are intelligent conveying systems based on the principle of linear motors, consisting mainly of fixed coils and moving magnets. Each mover 20 requires no cable and can be independently controlled, adapting to the rhythm of different production stations and improving the flexibility of the production line. Magnetic drive conveyor lines utilize magnetic force to achieve contactless, automatic transport of materials or products on the conveyor line. It uses magnetic drive to eliminate the need for traditional transmission components such as chains and belts, thus reducing friction and wear and improving conveying efficiency and stability. Magnetic drive conveyor lines typically include a magnetic conveyor track, such as a permanent magnet track or an electromagnetic track. Materials or products on the conveyor line usually need to be carried by a magnetic carrier, such as a magnetic base or magnetic vehicle. These magnetic carriers are driven by the magnetic force on the track, achieving contactless levitation movement. Simultaneously, magnetic drive conveyor lines are usually equipped with a corresponding control system to guide and regulate the speed of materials or products. By adjusting the magnitude and direction of the magnetic force, the position and trajectory of the carrier on the track are controlled. In traditional conveyor systems, when the mover 20 is diverted from the main road section to another section, a mechanical structure is used to change the track of the mover 20, such as using a guide device to change the direction of travel of the mover 20. The design of the guide device needs to take into account the dynamic characteristics of the mover 20 and the geometry of the track. It may include ramps, curves or other transition structures to ensure a smooth transition when the mover 20 changes track. However, in some scenarios, the running trajectories of different movers 20 are different. At the same location, the previous mover 20 needs to be diverted to the sub-segment, while the next mover 20 needs to continue traveling along the main road section. Traditional conveyor systems cannot easily meet these requirements, thus affecting the conveying efficiency of the system.

[0021] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 To address the aforementioned problems, this application provides a variable-path logistics conveying device 10, comprising a mover 20, a guide mechanism 30, and a stator. The mover 20 carries the object to be transported and is slidably connected to the stator. The stator includes a fixed stator assembly 41 and a movable stator, which is mounted on the guide mechanism 30. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism 30 to a first position K1, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form a straight track 51, enabling the mover 20 to move linearly along the straight track 51. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism 30 to a second position K2, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form an arc-shaped track 52, enabling the mover 20 to turn along the arc-shaped track 52.

[0022] In the variable-track logistics conveying device 10, there are a mover 20, a guide mechanism 30 and a stator. The mover 20 is used to carry the object to be transported. The mover 20 is slidably connected to the stator and the stator can drive the mover 20 to move. In some embodiments, the stator includes a fixed stator assembly 41 and a movable stator. The fixed stator assembly 41 is in a fixed state, and the mover 20 can move on the fixed stator assembly 41 and the movable stator respectively. In some embodiments, the guide mechanism 30 can be a guide rail 31, which serves as a guide. In some embodiments, the movable stator can move along the guide mechanism 30. A first position K1 and a second position K2 are provided on the movement trajectory of the movable stator. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism 30 to the first position K1 on the movement trajectory, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form a straight track 51. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism 30 to the second position K2 on the movement trajectory, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form an arc track 52, and the mover 20 can turn along the arc track 52. In some embodiments, the two... Each mover 20 moves within the variable-track logistics conveyor 10. The first mover 20 along the moving direction needs to enter the straight track 51, and the second mover 20 needs to enter the arc track 52. Correspondingly, when the first mover 20 moves to the designated position, the moving stator is moved to the first position K1, at which time the moving stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form the straight track 51. When the second mover 20 moves to the designated position, the moving stator is moved to the second position K2, at which time the moving stator and the fixed stator assembly 41 form the arc track 52. In the above process, the variable-track logistics conveyor 10 can realize that by moving the moving stator, the moving stator at different positions cooperates with the fixed stator assembly 41 to enable the mover 20 to move on different tracks, and enable the mover 20 to travel on different tracks at the same position, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveyor 10.

[0023] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2The fixed stator assembly 41 includes a first linear fixed stator 410, a first linear bifurcation stator 412, and a first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413, all located on the same plane. The fixed stator assembly 41 is in a fixed state, meaning that the movement of the movable stator will not affect the position of the fixed stator assembly 41. In some embodiments, the first linear fixed stator 410 is located on one side of the movable stator, and the first linear bifurcation stator 412 and the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413 are located on the other side of the movable stator. The first linear bifurcation stator 412 and the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413 are located on the same side of the movable stator. When the initial position of the mover 20 is on one side of the first linear fixed stator 410, when the mover 20 moves towards the first linear bifurcation stator 412 and the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413, it can choose to enter the first linear bifurcation stator 412 or the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413. In some embodiments, the first linear fixed stator 410 and the first linear bifurcation stator 412 are parallel in orientation. When different movers 20 move simultaneously in the same direction, the different movers 20 can sequentially enter the first linear bifurcation stator 412 or the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator 413, enabling the movers 20 to move on different tracks and to travel on different tracks at the same position, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10.

[0024] In some embodiments, the movable stator includes a linear movable stator 420, the orientation of which is parallel to the orientation of the first linear fixed stator 410 and the first linear bifurcation stator 412. The mover 20, which moves on the first linear fixed stator 410, can move onto the linear movable stator 420. In some embodiments, the width of the linear movable stator 420 is adapted to the width of the first linear fixed stator 410. When the linear movable stator 420 moves to the first position K1 along the guide mechanism 30, both ends of the linear movable stator 420 are respectively connected to the first linear fixed stator 410 and the first linear bifurcation stator 412 to form a linear track 51. This allows the mover 20 to directly enter the linear movable stator 420 from the first linear fixed stator 410 when the movable stator moves to the first position K1, reducing wear on the mover 20, improving its service life, and simultaneously increasing the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10. In some embodiments, the movable stator includes an arc-shaped movable stator 421. One end of the arc-shaped movable stator 421 is parallel to the first linear fixed stator 410, and the other end has the same curvature as the end of the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413. In some embodiments, the width of the arc-shaped movable stator 421 is adapted to the width of the first linear fixed stator 410. When the arc-shaped movable stator 421 moves to the second position K2 along the guide mechanism 30, both ends of the arc-shaped movable stator 421 are respectively connected to the first linear fixed stator 410 and the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413 to form an arc-shaped track 52. This allows the mover 20 to directly enter the arc-shaped movable stator 421 from the first linear fixed stator 410 when the movable stator moves to the second position K2, reducing wear on the mover 20, improving its service life, and increasing the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10.

[0025] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2The linear moving stator 420 and the arc-shaped moving stator 421 are fixedly arranged relative to each other and can move synchronously along the guide mechanism 30. In some embodiments, the moving stator is divided into two parts: the linear moving stator 420 and the arc-shaped moving stator 421, and the linear moving stator 420 and the arc-shaped moving stator 421 do not intersect. When the mover 20 enters the moving stator, it can only pass through one of the linear moving stator 420 and the arc-shaped moving stator 421. In some embodiments, the moving stator can be divided into three parts: the first linear moving stator 420, the first arc-shaped moving stator 421, and the second arc-shaped moving stator 421. Correspondingly, the fixed stator assembly 41 includes a first linear fixed stator 410, a first linear bifurcated stator 412, a first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413, and a second arc-shaped bifurcated stator, all on the same plane. The curvature of the ends of the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413 and the second arc-shaped bifurcated stator can be different. The other end of the first arc-shaped moving stator 421 is connected to the first arc-shaped moving stator 421. The curvature of the ends of the bifurcated stator 413 is the same, and the curvature of the other end of the second arc-shaped moving stator 421 is the same as that of the ends of the second arc-shaped bifurcated stator. This allows for three track options for the mover 20 at the same position. In some embodiments, the moving stator can also be designed differently according to actual needs. It can be configured as at least one linear moving stator 420 and at least one arc-shaped moving stator 421 to adapt to different requirements of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10.

[0026] In some embodiments, the guide mechanism 30 includes a drive assembly 32 connected to a movable stator to drive the movable stator to move. In some embodiments, the variable-track material conveying device 10 includes a magnetic drive mechanism connected to a mover 20 or a stator, providing magnetic drive force to the mover 20 or stator connected thereto. The magnetic drive mechanism provides power for the mover 20 to move on the stator. The movable stator moves along a first direction P1 on the guide mechanism 30. The guide mechanism 30 can define the trajectory of the movable stator so that the movable stator moves on the prescribed trajectory. The guide mechanism 30 changes the direction of travel of the mover 20. The design of the guide mechanism 30 needs to take into account the dynamic characteristics of the mover 20 and the geometry of the track, and may include ramps, curves or other transition structures to ensure a smooth transition of the mover 20 when changing tracks. The straight track 51 extends along a second direction P2, and the first direction P1 and the second direction P2 are perpendicular to each other. In some embodiments, the guiding mechanism 30 is provided with a guide rail 31, and the movable stator is slidably disposed on the guide rail 31. The extension direction of the guide rail 31 is perpendicular to the linear track 51, and the extension direction of the guide rail 31 is a first direction P1. In some embodiments, the upper edges of the fixed stator assembly 41 and the movable stator are provided with grooves, and the mover 20 is at least partially engaged in the grooves. The grooves ensure that the mover 20 can move on the fixed stator assembly 41 and the movable stator during movement, preventing the mover 20 from derailing, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10.

[0027] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10 when the moving stator is in the second position K2. At this time, one end of the arc-shaped moving stator 421 is parallel to the first straight fixed stator 410, and the other end has the same curvature as the end of the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413. The mover 20 can enter the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator 413 from the first straight fixed stator 410 to realize the conversion of the mover's motion track. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10 with the moving stator at the first position K1. The two ends of the linear moving stator 420 are respectively connected to the first linear fixed stator 410 and the first linear bifurcation stator 412 to form a linear track 51. The mover 20 can enter the first linear bifurcation stator 412 from the first linear fixed stator 410 to realize the change of the mover's movement track. According to the movement trajectory setting of the mover 20, the drive component 32 drives the moving stator to the first position K1 or the second position K2, which can realize the mover 20 to travel on different tracks at the same position, thereby improving the conveying efficiency of the variable-track logistics conveying device 10.

[0028] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0029] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A variable-track logistics conveying device, characterized in that, include: The mover is used to carry the object to be transported; Guiding mechanism; The stator has a movable element slidably connected to it. The stator includes a fixed stator assembly and a movable stator, the movable stator being disposed on the guide mechanism. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism to a first position, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form a straight track, enabling the movable element to move linearly along the straight track. When the movable stator moves along the guide mechanism to a second position, the movable stator and the fixed stator assembly form an arc track, enabling the movable element to turn along the arc track.

2. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixed stator assembly includes a first linear fixed stator, a first linear bifurcation stator, and a first arc-shaped bifurcation stator, all in the same plane. The first linear fixed stator is located on one side of the movable stator, and the first linear bifurcation stator and the first arc-shaped bifurcation stator are located on the other side of the movable stator. The first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator are oriented parallel to each other.

3. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The moving stator includes a linear moving stator, the orientation of which is parallel to the orientation of the first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator; when the linear moving stator moves to the first position along the guide mechanism, both ends of the linear moving stator are respectively connected to the first linear fixed stator and the first linear bifurcation stator to form the linear track.

4. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The movable stator includes an arc-shaped movable stator, one end of which is parallel to the first straight fixed stator, and the other end has the same curvature as the end of the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator. When the arc-shaped movable stator moves to the second position along the guide mechanism, both ends of the arc-shaped movable stator are respectively connected to the first straight fixed stator and the first arc-shaped bifurcated stator to form the arc-shaped track.

5. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The linear moving stator and the arc-shaped moving stator are fixedly arranged relative to each other, and both can move synchronously along the guide mechanism.

6. The variable lane logistics conveyor of claim 1, wherein, The guiding mechanism includes a drive component connected to the movable stator to drive the movable stator to move.

7. The variable lane conveyor of claim 1, wherein, The variable-track logistics conveying device includes a magnetic drive mechanism connected to the mover or the stator, which provides power for the mover to move on the stator.

8. The variable lane conveyor of claim 1, wherein, The moving stator moves along a first direction on the guide mechanism, and the linear track extends along a second direction, the first direction and the second direction being perpendicular to each other.

9. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The guiding mechanism is provided with a guide rail, and the movable stator is slidably mounted on the guide rail. The extension direction of the guide rail is perpendicular to the straight track.

10. The variable-track logistics conveying device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The upper edges of the fixed stator assembly and the movable stator are provided with grooves, and the moving element is at least partially engaged in the grooves.

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