Dipper cleaning mechanism and dipper cleaning apparatus

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of impregnator cleaning, disclose impregnator cleaning mechanism and impregnator cleaning equipment. Among them, the impregnator cleaning mechanism includes base, mechanical arm and cleaning maintenance unit, the mechanical arm is installed on the base, and the mechanical arm can move and be adjusted in angle with respect to the base multiple degrees of freedom, and the cleaning maintenance unit includes the integrated cleaning piece of blowing, and the integrated cleaning piece of blowing is installed in the output end of mechanical arm, and the integrated cleaning piece of blowing can realize multiple degrees of freedom movement and angle adjustment with mechanical arm, and the integrated cleaning piece of blowing is used to clean the surface of impregnator lock ring and the surface of impregnator end cover, and the mechanical arm can live adjust the position, posture and cleaning angle of cleaning component, and the different areas of impregnator lock ring surface and end cover surface are accurately covered, and the cleaning coverage, operation accuracy and final cleaning effect are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of immersion cleaner technology, and in particular to immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism and immersion cleaner cleaning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In cigarette production, the tobacco impregnation machine is a key piece of equipment for achieving specific tobacco processing techniques. The cleanliness of its locking ring and end cap surfaces directly affects the equipment's sealing performance and production stability. After each batch of tobacco impregnation is completed, residual ice easily forms on the locking ring and end cap surfaces due to the low-temperature environment. This ice also absorbs residual tobacco and impurities generated during processing. If cleaning is not thorough, the locking ring and end cap will not seal properly, leading to material leakage during production. This not only wastes raw materials but also disrupts the normal production process and reduces production efficiency.

[0003] Currently, the cleaning methods for impregnators are mainly divided into two categories: manual cleaning and traditional automated cleaning. Manual cleaning requires operators to manually remove ice and impurities from the locking ring and end cap surfaces using tools such as long-handled copper shovels and brushes. This method is not only labor-intensive and time-consuming, but also limited by the range and force control of manual operation, making it difficult to ensure the thorough cleaning of key areas such as the corners of the locking ring and the sealing surface of the end cap, resulting in inconsistent cleaning effects. Although traditional automated cleaning devices can replace some manual operations, they are mostly designed for only a single part of the impregnator end cap and cannot cover the surface of the locking ring. Moreover, their movement trajectory relies on the fixed stroke of the linear module, which lacks flexibility and cannot adapt to the cleaning needs of different curvatures and positions of the locking ring and end cap, leaving cleaning blind spots and failing to completely solve the problem of cleaning the entire sealing surface of the impregnator.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for immersion cleaning mechanisms to solve the problems of insufficient cleaning flexibility, blind spots, and poor final cleaning effect of existing cleaning methods. These mechanisms can enable flexible adjustment of cleaning position and angle, thereby improving cleaning coverage, operational accuracy, and final cleaning effect. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an immersion cleaning mechanism that can solve the problems of insufficient cleaning flexibility, blind spots, and poor final cleaning effect of existing cleaning methods. It enables flexible adjustment of cleaning position and angle, improving cleaning coverage, operational accuracy, and final cleaning effect.

[0006] Based on the above concept, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] The immersion cleaning system includes:

[0008] Base;

[0009] A robotic arm, mounted on the base, capable of multi-degree-of-freedom movement and angle adjustment relative to the base;

[0010] The cleaning and maintenance unit includes an integrated spray cleaning component, which is installed at the output end of the robotic arm. The integrated spray cleaning component can move and adjust its angle with the robotic arm in multiple degrees of freedom. The integrated spray cleaning component is used to clean the surface of the immersion tank locking ring and the surface of the immersion tank end cap.

[0011] As an optional solution for the immersion cleaner mechanism, the integrated blow-and-purge cleaning unit includes:

[0012] A brush is installed at the output end of the robotic arm. Multiple brush teeth of the brush are arranged in parallel and spaced apart. The ends of the brush teeth are spaced apart from the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap.

[0013] An air knife is installed at the end of each tooth of the brush row. The air knife is spaced apart from the surface of the immersion ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. The air knife can spray high-pressure airflow toward the surface to be cleaned to remove residual dust, tobacco debris and liquid stains.

[0014] As an optional solution for the immersion cleaning mechanism, the integrated spray cleaning component also includes an air knife. The air knife is located at the end of the brush that contacts the robotic arm. The air knife is angled to the brush and can spray high-pressure airflow toward the surface to be cleaned, thereby expanding the cleaning area by blowing away the edges and gaps of the brush cleaning area.

[0015] As an optional feature of the immersion cleaner's cleaning mechanism, the cleaning and maintenance unit also includes an antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly, which comprises:

[0016] An antifreeze lubricant reservoir, which is mounted on the base, is used to store antifreeze lubricant required for cleaning and maintenance.

[0017] A metering pump connected to the antifreeze lubricant reservoir;

[0018] An antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle is installed at the output end of the robotic arm. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle is spaced apart on one side of the integrated spray cleaning component. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle is connected to a metering pump. The metering pump is used to meterly extract antifreeze lubricant from the antifreeze lubricant container and deliver it to the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle is used to evenly spray the antifreeze lubricant onto the surface of the immersion tank end cap.

[0019] As an optional feature of the immersion tank cleaning mechanism, the cleaning and maintenance unit also includes a graphite spraying assembly, which comprises:

[0020] A spray can mounting bracket is installed at the output end of the robotic arm, and the spray can mounting bracket is spaced apart on one side of the integrated spray cleaning unit;

[0021] A graphite spray can is installed in the spray can mounting bracket, with the nozzle of the graphite spray can facing the surface to be cleaned, for spraying a graphite layer onto the surface of the immersion ring after cleaning.

[0022] A graphite spraying drive is installed on the spray can mounting bracket. The output end of the graphite spraying drive is connected to the nozzle of the graphite spray can. The graphite spraying drive is used to drive the nozzle of the graphite spray can to start and stop spraying.

[0023] As an optional solution for the immersion cleaning mechanism, the immersion cleaning mechanism also includes a harmonic reducer, which is mounted on the robotic arm and is used to drive the robotic arm to drive the cleaning and maintenance unit to perform circular motion.

[0024] As an optional feature of the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism also includes an oil collection box, which is located above the output end of the robotic arm and is mounted on the base.

[0025] The purpose of this invention is also to provide a cleaning device for impregnators, which enables automated cleaning of impregnators, improves cleaning efficiency, and ensures stable cleaning results.

[0026] Based on the above concept, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0027] An immersion cleaner includes an immersion cleaner transfer tank, an opening and closing door, and an immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism. The opening and closing door is installed on the wall of the immersion cleaner transfer tank, and the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism is located outside the immersion cleaner transfer tank and is positioned opposite to the opening and closing door.

[0028] As an optional solution for the immersion cleaner, the immersion cleaner also includes a housing that covers the robotic arm, is connected to the base, is connected to the opening and closing door, and communicates with the immersion transfer tank.

[0029] As an optional solution for the immersion cleaner, the immersion cleaner mechanism also includes a moving unit mounted on the base, and a robotic arm mounted on the moving unit. The moving unit is used to move the robotic arm to a predetermined working position within the immersion transfer tank.

[0030] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0031] This utility model proposes a cleaning mechanism for an immersion apparatus. A robotic arm is mounted on a base and can move and adjust its angle relative to the base with multiple degrees of freedom. The cleaning and maintenance unit includes an integrated spray-blowing cleaning component, which is mounted on the output end of the robotic arm. The integrated spray-blowing cleaning component can move and adjust its angle with the robotic arm with multiple degrees of freedom. The integrated spray-blowing cleaning component is used to clean the surface of the immersion apparatus locking ring and the surface of the immersion apparatus end cap. The robotic arm can flexibly adjust the position, posture, and cleaning angle of the cleaning component, so that the integrated spray-blowing cleaning component can accurately cover different areas of the immersion apparatus locking ring and end cap surfaces. This overcomes the shortcomings of manual cleaning, such as limited tool operation range and uneven cleaning force, and overcomes the deficiencies of traditional automated devices that rely on fixed linear trajectories and are difficult to adapt to complex cleaning scenarios. This improves the cleaning coverage, operation accuracy, and final cleaning effect.

[0032] This utility model also proposes an immersion cleaner. The opening and closing door is installed on the wall of the immersion cleaner's transfer tank, and the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism is set on the outside of the immersion cleaner's transfer tank and opposite to the opening and closing door. It can realize the automated cleaning operation of the immersion cleaner. When the immersion cleaner is transported to the designated position through the transfer tank, the opening and closing door can cooperate with the working needs of the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism to realize the opening and closing control of the tank, so that the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism can accurately act on the immersion cleaner to complete the cleaning operation. There is no need for manual handling and cleaning of the immersion cleaner, which greatly reduces the labor input and reduces the safety risks of manual operation. The coordinated design of the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism, the transfer tank, and the opening and closing door can ensure the continuity and accuracy of the cleaning process, improve cleaning efficiency, and ensure stable cleaning effect. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the immersion cleaner mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the immersion cleaner mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the cleaning and maintenance unit provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the immersion cleaner provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the immersion cleaner provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0038] In the picture:

[0039] 10. Impregnator cleaning mechanism; 20. Impregnator transfer tank; 30. Opening door; 40. Outer casing;

[0040] 1. Base;

[0041] 2. Robotic arm;

[0042] 3. Cleaning and maintenance unit; 31. Integrated spray cleaning component; 311. Brush; 312. Air knife; 313. Air knife; 32. Antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly; 321. Antifreeze lubricant container; 322. Antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle; 33. Graphite spraying assembly; 331. Spray can mounting bracket; 332. Graphite spray can; 333. Graphite spraying drive component;

[0043] 4. Oil collection box;

[0044] 5. Moving unit. Detailed Implementation

[0045] To make the technical problem solved by this utility model, the technical solution adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely for explaining this utility model and not for limiting it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to this utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings, not all of them.

[0046] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0047] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0048] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0049] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0050] This embodiment discloses an immersion cleaning mechanism 10, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 includes a base 1, a robotic arm 2, and a cleaning and maintenance unit 3. The robotic arm 2 is mounted on the base 1 and can move and adjust its angle relative to the base 1 with multiple degrees of freedom. The cleaning and maintenance unit 3 includes a spray-blowing integrated cleaning component 31, which is mounted on the output end of the robotic arm 2. The spray-blowing integrated cleaning component 31 can move and adjust its angle with the robotic arm 2 with multiple degrees of freedom. The spray-blowing integrated cleaning component 31 is used to clean the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. The robotic arm 2 can flexibly adjust the position, posture, and cleaning angle of the cleaning component, so that the spray-blowing integrated cleaning component 31 can accurately cover different areas of the immersion lock ring surface and the end cap surface. This overcomes the defects of limited tool operation range and uneven cleaning force during manual cleaning, and overcomes the shortcomings of traditional automated devices that rely on fixed linear trajectories and are difficult to adapt to complex cleaning scenarios, thereby improving the cleaning coverage, operation accuracy, and final cleaning effect.

[0051] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3As shown, in this embodiment, the integrated spray cleaning component 31 includes a brush 311 and an air knife 312. The brush 311 is installed at the output end of the robotic arm 2. Multiple brush teeth of the brush 311 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart. The ends of the brush teeth of the brush 311 are spaced apart from the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. The air knife 312 is installed at the end of the brush teeth of each brush 311. The air knife 312 is spaced apart from the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. The air knife 312 can spray high-pressure airflow onto the surface to be cleaned to remove residual dust. The robotic arm 2, with its ability to flexibly adjust its position, posture, and cleaning angle, can more precisely cover different areas of the impregnator's locking ring and end cap surfaces, eliminating the limitations of manual cleaning methods such as limited tool range and uneven cleaning intensity. It also overcomes the shortcomings of traditional automated devices that rely on fixed linear trajectories and are difficult to adapt to complex cleaning scenarios. This effectively improves the cleaning coverage, operational accuracy, and final cleaning effect on the impregnator's locking ring and end cap surfaces, ensuring efficient removal of residual dust, tobacco debris, and liquid stains. Simultaneously, the integrated blow-blowing cleaning component 31 employs a non-contact surface cleaning method using an air knife 313. This avoids the problems of reduced cleaning effectiveness and short brush lifespan associated with contact cleaning methods such as non-metallic brush cleaning, and also avoids the negative impacts and safety hazards caused by wear and reduced sealing performance on the outer circumferential sealing surface of the impregnator end cap, as well as contact cleaning methods such as metallic brush cleaning.

[0052] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the integrated spray-blowing cleaning component 31 also includes an air knife 313. The air knife 313 is disposed at the end of the brush 311 that contacts the robotic arm 2. The air knife 313 is set at an angle to the brush 311. The air knife 313 can spray high-pressure airflow toward the surface to be cleaned, which is used to blow away the edges and gaps of the cleaning area of ​​the brush 311 to expand the cleaning area, help to disperse the dust raised by the brush 311 during operation, avoid secondary pollution, make up for the insufficient cleaning coverage of the brush 311 on the edges and gaps, and ensure the thoroughness of cleaning by suppressing dust dispersion. With the multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the robotic arm 2 and the basic cleaning function of the integrated spray-blowing cleaning component 31, the cleaning of the surface of the immersion lock ring and the end cap surface can be achieved more comprehensively and efficiently.

[0053] Preferably, such as Figures 1-3As shown, in this embodiment, two brushes 311 and air knives 313 are provided. The two brushes 311 are spaced apart, and each brush 311 and air knife 313 corresponds to another. The air knife 313 is installed on the outer wall of the corresponding brush 311. The combination design of the two sets of brushes 311 and air knives 313 can further improve the efficiency and comprehensiveness of the cleaning operation under the drive of the robotic arm 2, reduce cleaning dead corners, and more effectively avoid secondary dust pollution through the synergistic effect of the air knives 313. In other embodiments, there may be one, three, or four brushes 311, and one, three, or four air knives 313.

[0054] In the production setting of the silk refining workshop, the impregnator needs to come into contact with or process materials containing moisture. Its end cap is prone to residual moisture adhering to it during the production process. Moreover, the workshop environment may be low due to seasonal changes, process cooling requirements, etc. If no antifreeze measures are taken for the end cap, the residual moisture will freeze in the low temperature environment. On the one hand, it may cause the sealing structure between the end cap and the impregnator body to deform and jam due to freezing, which will damage the sealing performance and lead to material leakage or loss of process media, affecting the continuity of production and product quality. On the other hand, the frozen moisture will increase the resistance to opening and closing the end cap, which may cause overload of mechanical transmission components, accelerated wear, shorten the service life of equipment, or even cause equipment failure and shutdown.

[0055] Preferably, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the cleaning and maintenance unit 3 further includes an antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32. The antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32 includes an antifreeze lubricant container 321, a metering pump, and antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzles 322. The antifreeze lubricant container 321 is mounted on the base 1 and is used to store the antifreeze lubricant required for cleaning and maintenance. The metering pump is connected to the antifreeze lubricant container 321. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzles 322 are mounted on the output end of the robotic arm 2 and are spaced apart on one side of the integrated cleaning unit 31. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzles 322 are connected to the metering pump. The metering pump is used to meterly extract antifreeze lubricant from the antifreeze lubricant container 321 and deliver it to the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322. The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322 is used to evenly spray the antifreeze lubricant onto the surface of the impregnator end cap. With the flexible adjustment of the robotic arm 2, it ensures that the antifreeze lubricant spray covers all areas of the end cap surface and the spray amount is precise and controllable, avoiding the problems of uneven spraying or improper dosage by manual spraying. It can also form a protective layer on the surface of the end cap through the antifreeze lubricant, effectively achieving antifreeze protection and lubrication of the impregnator end cap. At the same time, combined with the previous cleaning steps, it further enhances the maintenance effect of the end cap on the basis of improving the cleaning effect and extending its service life.

[0056] Preferably, in this embodiment, the antifreeze lubricant is glycerin, which can effectively prevent residual moisture on the end cap surface from freezing in the low-temperature environment of the workshop due to its low freezing point. This avoids damage to the sealing performance of the end cap and the impregnator body due to deformation and jamming caused by freezing, and prevents frozen moisture from increasing the opening and closing resistance of the end cap, which could lead to overload, accelerated wear, and equipment failure and downtime, thus extending the service life of the equipment. Glycerin is relatively mild in nature and, while providing antifreeze protection, can work in conjunction with the previous cleaning steps to further enhance the end cap maintenance effect. In other embodiments, the antifreeze lubricant can also be an aqueous solution of ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, etc.

[0057] Preferably, in this embodiment, the antifreeze lubricant container 321 is an acrylic bucket. The acrylic bucket is transparent, allowing workers to visually observe the remaining amount of antifreeze lubricant inside, facilitating timely replenishment and preventing interruptions in cleaning and maintenance operations due to insufficient fluid. Acrylic material has strong chemical stability and will not react chemically with various compatible antifreeze lubricants, ensuring stable performance of the antifreeze lubricant. Unlike metal buckets, it is less likely to generate impurities that contaminate the antifreeze lubricant due to corrosion, and unlike ordinary plastic buckets, it does not pose a risk of cracking at low temperatures, making it suitable for the low-temperature environments that may occur in workshops. In other embodiments, the antifreeze lubricant container 321 can also be a polypropylene bucket or a polytetrafluoroethylene-lined bucket, etc.

[0058] Preferably, in this embodiment, the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322 is a dual-media nozzle, capable of receiving both antifreeze lubricant and compressed air. Through the synergistic effect of the two media, it achieves efficient atomization and precise spraying of the antifreeze lubricant. This allows it to adapt to different types and viscosities of antifreeze lubricant delivered by a metering pump, and, combined with the multi-degree-of-freedom adjustment of the robotic arm 2, achieves uniform coverage of the impregnator end cap surface. In other embodiments, the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322 can also be a high-pressure single-fluid nozzle or a fan-shaped atomizing nozzle, etc.

[0059] Preferably, such as Figures 1-3As shown, in this embodiment, the cleaning and maintenance unit 3 further includes a graphite spraying assembly 33. The graphite spraying assembly 33 includes a spray can mounting bracket 331, a graphite spray can 332, and a graphite spraying drive component 333. The spray can mounting bracket 331 is mounted on the output end of the robotic arm 2 and is spaced apart on one side of the integrated spray-blowing cleaning unit 31. The graphite spray can 332 is inside the spray can mounting bracket 331, and the nozzle of the graphite spray can 332 is directed towards the surface to be cleaned, for spraying a graphite lubricating layer onto the surface of the immersion ring after cleaning. The graphite spraying drive component 333 is mounted on the output end of the robotic arm 2. Mounted on the spray can mounting bracket 331, the output end of the graphite spraying drive 333 is connected to the nozzle of the graphite spray can 332. The graphite spraying drive 333 is used to drive the nozzle of the graphite spray can 332 to start and stop spraying. It can provide stable and uniform lubrication protection for the impregnator locking ring, avoiding the problem of increased wear or operation jamming caused by lack of lubrication in subsequent use. It also eliminates the need for manual lubrication, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of lubrication operations. The stable coverage of the graphite lubrication layer can also extend the service life of the impregnator locking ring and ensure the overall reliability of the impregnator operation.

[0060] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the inkjet coating drive is a cylinder. In other embodiments, the inkjet coating drive can also be an electric cylinder or a hydraulic cylinder, etc.

[0061] Preferably, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322 is integrated and installed on the spray can mounting bracket 331. With the installation relationship between the spray can mounting bracket 331 and the output end of the robotic arm 2, the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322 can move and adjust its angle synchronously with the robotic arm 2. In this way, it can cooperate with the integrated spray cleaning component 31 and the graphite spray can 332 to clean the impregnator, spray antifreeze lubricant, and spray graphite lubricant layer. There is no need to set up an independent installation structure and drive adjustment component for the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle 322. It can accurately follow the movement of the robotic arm 2, ensuring that the antifreeze lubricant can be sprayed quickly and evenly on the surface of the impregnator end cap after cleaning. At the same time, it effectively simplifies the structural layout of the entire cleaning and maintenance unit 3, reduces the number of components and space occupation, and reduces the equipment manufacturing and maintenance costs.

[0062] Preferably, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 further includes a harmonic reducer, which is mounted on the robotic arm 2. The harmonic reducer is used to drive the robotic arm 2 to drive the cleaning and maintenance unit 3 to perform circular motion, so that the robotic arm 2 drives the integrated spray cleaning component 31 to accurately complete the circular trajectory during the cleaning operation. It can be specifically adapted to the cleaning needs of surfaces with arc or ring features such as immersion lock rings and end caps, so that the integrated spray cleaning component 31 can better fit the curved shape of such components for cleaning. The harmonic reducer has the characteristics of high transmission accuracy, small return error and compact structure, which can improve the accuracy of the robotic arm 2 in adjusting the position, posture and cleaning angle of the cleaning component, and ensure that the integrated spray cleaning component 31 always accurately covers the cleaning area during the circular motion, avoiding cleaning dead corners caused by insufficient motion accuracy.

[0063] Preferably, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 also includes an oil collection box 4. The oil collection box 4 is located above the output end of the robotic arm 2 and is mounted on the base 1. It can effectively receive and collect oil stains that may be generated during the operation of the output end of the robotic arm 2 and the cleaning and maintenance components such as the integrated spray cleaning component 31, the antifreeze lubricant spraying component 32, and the graphite spraying component 33. This prevents oil stains from dripping directly onto the surface of the immersion cleaner or the surrounding environment of the equipment, thus avoiding secondary pollution and ensuring the cleanliness of the immersion cleaner surface and the cleanliness of the equipment operating environment after the cleaning operation.

[0064] This embodiment also discloses an immersion tank cleaning device, such as... Figures 1-5 As shown, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner includes an immersion cleaner transfer tank 20, an opening and closing door 30, and an immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10. The opening and closing door 30 is installed on the wall of the immersion cleaner transfer tank 20, and the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 is located on the outside of the immersion cleaner transfer tank 20 and is opposite to the opening and closing door 30. It can realize the automated cleaning operation of the immersion cleaner. When the immersion cleaner is transported to the designated position through the transfer tank, the opening and closing door 30 can cooperate with the working requirements of the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 to realize the opening and closing control of the tank, so that the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 can accurately act on the immersion cleaner to complete the cleaning operation. There is no need for manual handling and cleaning of the immersion cleaner, which greatly reduces the input of manpower and reduces the safety risks of manual operation. The cooperative design of the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 with the transfer tank and the opening and closing door 30 can ensure the continuity and accuracy of the cleaning process, improve the cleaning efficiency, and ensure the stability of the cleaning effect.

[0065] Preferably, such as Figures 1-5As shown, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner also includes a housing 40, which covers the robotic arm 2. The housing 40 is connected to the base 1, the opening and closing door 30, and the immersion transfer tank 20. This housing can isolate dust, impurities, and other contaminants from the external environment, preventing them from interfering with the multi-degree-of-freedom movement and angle adjustment accuracy of the robotic arm 2. It also prevents contaminants from adhering to the components of the robotic arm 2 and affecting the equipment's service life. Simultaneously, it protects the robotic arm 2 from damage caused by external impacts. The enclosed working space can constrain the airflow generated during the operation of the integrated spray cleaning unit 31. The cleaning process effectively removes waste liquid and dust, preventing them from spreading to the surrounding environment and causing pollution. Furthermore, the connection design between the outer shell 40, base 1, opening and closing door 30, and impregnator transfer tank 20 further optimizes the sealing and integration of the overall equipment structure. This allows cleaning operations to be carried out in an orderly manner within a relatively independent space, ensuring the stability and safety of equipment operation and helping to maintain a clean working environment. At the same time, it does not affect the normal transport of the impregnator through the transfer tank or the opening and closing control of the opening and closing door 30, ensuring a seamless connection between the cleaning process and the transfer process, and further improving the standardization and efficiency of the overall cleaning operation.

[0066] Preferably, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 also includes a moving unit 5, which is mounted on the base 1. The robotic arm 2 is mounted on the moving unit 5. The moving unit 5 is used to move the robotic arm 2 to a predetermined working position in the immersion cleaner transfer tank 20, so that the robotic arm 2 and the integrated spray cleaning component 31 can carry out cleaning operations at a more precise working position closer to the surface of the immersion cleaner locking ring and end cap. The integrated spray cleaning component 31 can more efficiently and comprehensively cover the area of ​​the immersion cleaner that needs to be cleaned, reduce the impact of the positional deviation between the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 and the immersion cleaner on the cleaning process, and ensure that the cleaning process is more continuous and stable.

[0067] Preferably, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, in this embodiment, the moving unit 5 is a linear reciprocating slide rail, which enables the robotic arm 2 to move precisely and smoothly back and forth between the base 1 and the predetermined working position in the immersion tank 20 along a fixed linear trajectory. This ensures that the robotic arm 2 can accurately reach the cleaning position each time it drives the integrated spray cleaning component 31, avoiding the impact of movement deviation on the cleaning coverage and accuracy.

[0068] Preferably, such as Figures 1-5As shown, in this embodiment, two oil collection boxes 4 are provided. One oil collection box 4 is installed on the top of the mobile unit 5, at the vertical projection position of the integrated spray cleaning component 31 when the robotic arm 2 is not in operation. The other oil collection box 4 is installed on the side wall of the mobile unit 5. When the robotic arm 2 is not in operation, the oil collection box 4 on the top of the mobile unit 5 can collect residual cleaning fluid and lubricating grease that may drip from the integrated spray cleaning component 31, antifreeze lubricating fluid atomizing nozzle 322, etc., due to static placement, avoiding contamination of the mobile unit 5 or the base 1. At the same time, when the robotic arm 2 is working, the oil collection box 4 installed on the side wall of the mobile unit 5 can help collect oil stains that drip from the surface of the immersion device or leak from the components of the robotic arm 2 during cleaning operations, preventing oil stains from corroding the key components of the mobile unit 5 and the base 1, reducing the frequency and cost of equipment maintenance, and ensuring the cleanliness of the immersion cleaning mechanism 10 in both mobile operation and static states. In other embodiments, one, three, or four oil collection boxes 4 may be provided.

[0069] Preferably, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 further includes a solenoid valve. Solenoid valves are installed on the air knife 312, the air knife 313, and the antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32. The solenoid valves are used to control the on / off state, flow rate, and flow direction of the fluid in the air knife 312, the air knife 313, and the antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32. They can achieve precise control over the airflow of the air knife 312 and the air knife 313, as well as the lubricant of the antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32, in terms of whether it is supplied, how much is supplied, and the direction of supply. They can flexibly stop or switch the working state and airflow of the air knife 312 and the air knife 313 according to the cleaning needs of different areas of the immersion cleaner locking ring surface and the end cap surface.

[0070] Preferably, in this embodiment, the immersion cleaner further includes a control structure and a sensor. The sensor is installed in the immersion transfer tank 20 and is used to monitor whether the immersion end cap is fully open. The control structure is electrically connected to the sensor, the opening and closing door 30, and the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10. The sensor transmits the signal that the immersion end cap is fully open to the control structure, and the control structure drives the opening and closing door 30 to open. After the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 completes its reset, it transmits the signal to the control structure, and the control structure drives the opening and closing door 30 to close. The control structure and sensor can accurately control the opening and closing timing of the opening and closing door 30, avoiding the immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 from being unable to operate effectively due to the end cap not being fully open or the cleaning process being affected by the misoperation of the opening and closing door 30. This further reduces manual intervention and improves the automation level and continuity of the equipment operation.

[0071] It should be noted that the control structure and sensors are existing structures. Setting up control structures and sensors in automated cleaning equipment is a common practice in the field. In this embodiment, any existing control structure and sensor can be used, and any existing connection method can be used to connect to the opening and closing door 30 and the immersion cleaning mechanism 10. As long as the control component can control the opening and closing of the opening and closing door 30 according to the status of the sensor and the immersion cleaning mechanism 10, it will not be described in detail.

[0072] For ease of understanding, combined with Figures 1-5 The working process of the impregnation tank cleaning equipment is described below. Specifically, the working process of the impregnation tank cleaning equipment is as follows:

[0073] Upon receiving the signal that the end cover of the impregnator is fully open, the opening and closing door 30 opens to the fully open position. The moving unit 5 moves the robotic arm 2 into the impregnator transmission tank 20. The robotic arm 2 rotates to the first predetermined position using power provided by the harmonic reducer. After rotating to the first predetermined position, the robotic arm 2 drives the integrated spray cleaning component 31 to perform a circular motion around the vertical axis. At the same time, the solenoid valve of the air knife 313 opens, and the pressing cylinder of the graphite spray can 332 presses down the nozzle of the graphite spray can 332. In the motion trajectory, the air knife 313 is in front and the nozzle of the graphite spray can 332 is behind. The surface of the impregnator locking ring is swept by compressed air, and the surface of the impregnator locking ring is sprayed with graphite for lubrication. The work is performed synchronously. After completing one circular motion and returning to the starting position, the cleaning and lubrication work is completed. At this time, the robotic arm 2 is rotated to the second predetermined position. Then, the robotic arm 2 drives the integrated spray cleaning component 31 to perform a step-by-step reciprocating motion from top to bottom on a plane parallel to the surface of the impregnator end cover. In linear motion, the solenoid valve of the air knife 313 opens, and compressed air is used to blow clean the surface of the impregnator end cap. After the stepped reciprocating linear motion moves from the top starting position (i.e., the second predetermined position) of the end cap to the bottom ending position (i.e., the third predetermined position), the blowing work ends, the solenoid valve of the air knife 313 closes, the solenoid valve of the antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32 opens, and the metering pump pumps the antifreeze lubricant from the antifreeze lubricant container 321. The robotic arm 2 starts from the bottom starting position (i.e., the third predetermined position) of the end cap, driving the integrated spraying and blowing cleaning component 31 to make a circular motion in a plane parallel to the surface of the impregnator end cap, spraying the outer circumferential surface of the end cap. After one circular motion returns to the starting position (i.e., the third predetermined position), the solenoid valve of the antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly 32 closes, the robotic arm 2 returns to the initial position, and after the robotic arm 2 is folded and stored, it is moved out of the impregnator transfer tank 20 by the moving unit 5, and the opening and closing door 30 closes.

[0074] The above description of the working process of the immersion cleaner equipment demonstrates how a robotic arm drives an integrated cleaning component 31 to automatically clean, lubricate, and apply antifreeze lubricant to the end cap of the immersion cleaner. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism 10 integrates three functions: blowing and cleaning, graphite lubrication, and antifreeze lubricant application. This automated process can replace manual cleaning, freeing up labor to a certain extent. Furthermore, the robotic arm 2 can flexibly adjust the position, posture, and cleaning angle of the cleaning components to precisely cover different areas of the immersion cleaner's locking ring and end cap surfaces, improving cleaning coverage, operational accuracy, and final cleaning effect.

[0075] 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. A cleaning mechanism for an immersion apparatus, characterized in that, include: Base (1); A robotic arm (2) is mounted on the base (1) and is capable of multi-degree-of-freedom movement and angle adjustment relative to the base (1); The cleaning and maintenance unit (3) includes a spray-blowing integrated cleaning component (31), which is installed at the output end of the robotic arm (2). The spray-blowing integrated cleaning component (31) can move with multiple degrees of freedom and adjust its angle along with the robotic arm (2). The spray-blowing integrated cleaning component (31) is used to clean the surface of the immersion tank locking ring and the surface of the immersion tank end cap.

2. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated spray cleaning unit (31) includes: A brush (311) is installed at the output end of the robotic arm (2). Multiple brush teeth of the brush (311) are arranged in parallel and spaced apart. The ends of the brush teeth of the brush (311) are spaced apart from the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. An air knife (312) is installed at the end of the brush teeth of each of the brushes (311). The air knife (312) is spaced apart from the surface of the immersion lock ring and the surface of the immersion end cap. The air knife (312) can spray high-pressure airflow toward the surface to be cleaned to remove residual dust, tobacco debris and liquid stains on the surface to be cleaned.

3. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The integrated spray cleaning component (31) further includes an air knife (313), which is disposed at the end of the brush (311) that contacts the robotic arm (2). The air knife (313) is set at an angle to the brush (311). The air knife (313) can spray high-pressure airflow toward the surface to be cleaned, and is used to blow and expand the cleaning area of ​​the brush (311) cleaning area by the edges and gaps.

4. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning and maintenance unit (3) further includes an antifreeze lubricant spraying assembly (32), which includes: Antifreeze lubricant container (321), the antifreeze lubricant container (321) is installed on the base (1), the antifreeze lubricant container (321) is used to store antifreeze lubricant required for cleaning and maintenance; A metering pump, which is connected to the antifreeze lubricant reservoir (321); An antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle (322) is installed at the output end of the robotic arm (2). The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle (322) is spaced apart on one side of the integrated spray cleaning component (31). The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle (322) is connected to the metering pump. The metering pump is used to meterly extract the antifreeze lubricant from the antifreeze lubricant container (321) and deliver it to the antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle (322). The antifreeze lubricant atomizing nozzle (322) is used to uniformly spray the antifreeze lubricant onto the surface of the immersion device end cap.

5. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning and maintenance unit (3) further includes a graphite spraying assembly (33), which comprises: A spray can mounting bracket (331) is mounted on the output end of the robotic arm (2), and the spray can mounting bracket (331) is spaced apart on one side of the integrated spray cleaning unit (31); A graphite spray can (332) is installed inside the spray can mounting bracket (331). The nozzle of the graphite spray can (332) is directed toward the surface to be cleaned, and is used to spray a graphite layer onto the surface of the immersion ring after cleaning. A graphite spraying drive (333) is installed on the spray can mounting bracket (331). The output end of the graphite spraying drive (333) is connected to the nozzle of the graphite spray can (332). The graphite spraying drive (333) is used to drive the nozzle of the graphite spray can (332) to start and stop spraying.

6. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The immersion cleaning mechanism (10) also includes a harmonic reducer, which is mounted on the robotic arm (2) and is used to drive the robotic arm (2) to drive the cleaning and maintenance unit (3) to perform circular motion.

7. The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The immersion cleaning mechanism (10) also includes an oil collection box (4), which is located above the output end of the robotic arm (2) and is mounted on the base (1).

8. An immersion cleaning device, characterized in that, It includes an impregnator transfer tank (20), an opening and closing door (30), and an impregnator cleaning mechanism (10) as described in any one of claims 1-7, wherein the opening and closing door (30) is installed on the wall of the impregnator transfer tank (20), and the impregnator cleaning mechanism (10) is disposed outside the impregnator transfer tank (20) and opposite to the opening and closing door (30).

9. The immersion cleaner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The immersion cleaner also includes a housing (40), which covers the robotic arm (2), is connected to the base (1), is connected to the opening and closing door (30), and is in communication with the immersion transfer tank (20).

10. The immersion cleaner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The immersion cleaner cleaning mechanism (10) further includes a moving unit (5) mounted on the base (1), and a robotic arm (2) mounted on the moving unit (5). The moving unit (5) is used to move the robotic arm (2) to a predetermined working position within the immersion transfer tank (20).

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