Automatic hose assembly apparatus

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of hose automatic assembly equipment, including support platform, first clamping mechanism and second clamping mechanism;First clamping mechanism includes first support plate, lifting positioning assembly, first rotating component and first clamping part;First support plate is connected on support platform by first driving mechanism and presents left and right horizontal movement;First rotating component is connected on first support plate by lifting positioning assembly, and first clamping part is arranged on first rotating component, and second clamping mechanism includes second support plate, second rotating component and second clamping part;Second support plate is connected on support platform by second driving mechanism and presents left and right horizontal movement, and second clamping part is arranged on second support plate by second rotating component.The utility model's advantage this equipment realizes the automation operation that hose is bent into U type from feed end horizontal conveying to discharge end by the collaborative design of two clamping mechanisms, and completely replaces artificial pretreatment mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of hose assembly technology, and more specifically, to an automatic hose assembly device. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial production systems, hoses serve as key components in fluid transmission and mechanical protection, with applications spanning multiple industries including automotive manufacturing, medical devices, and construction machinery. As market demands for product precision and production efficiency continue to rise, the automation upgrade of hose production and assembly has become an inevitable trend in the industry.

[0003] In existing hose production and assembly processes, the initial stage typically relies on manual labor to cut the hose from the tubing to a specified length. The cut hose is then bent into an upward-opening U-shape (for easier installation of the connectors at both ends) and placed on a specific carrier. Finally, the carrier with the U-shaped hose is fed into the production line for subsequent assembly. This pre-processing method, dominated by manual operation, is not only labor-intensive and time-consuming, but also prone to inconsistent cutting precision due to inconsistencies in operation, affecting the overall quality consistency of the hose products. Furthermore, manual cutting poses certain safety hazards; operators may suffer cuts or other accidents while using the cutting tools, increasing the difficulty and risk of managing the production site.

[0004] The limitations of manual cutting and bending also extend to production efficiency. With the widespread application of hose products in industrial equipment, home appliances, and automotive manufacturing, the market demands higher processing efficiency, dimensional accuracy, and automation levels for hose components. Manual pre-processing is no longer adequate for modern, large-scale production. Especially with large order volumes and tight delivery schedules, the efficiency bottleneck of manual operation becomes more pronounced, becoming one of the key factors restricting the overall efficiency improvement of hose assembly. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention aims to solve the technical problem of low efficiency caused by manual labor in existing hose cutting and bending processes. To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this invention provides an automated operation for hose conveying, positioning, and bending through a first clamping mechanism and a second clamping mechanism, ensuring product accuracy consistency, improving production efficiency, and reducing safety risks.

[0006] To achieve the purpose of this utility model, the following technical solution is adopted: An automatic hose assembly device includes a support platform, a first clamping mechanism, and a second clamping mechanism. The first clamping mechanism includes a first support plate, a lifting and positioning assembly, a first rotating assembly, and a first clamping part. The first support plate is horizontally connected to the support platform via a first driving mechanism. The first rotating assembly is vertically connected to the first support plate via the lifting and positioning assembly. The first clamping part is disposed on the first rotating assembly, and the first rotating assembly drives the first clamping part to rotate and be positioned. The second clamping mechanism includes a second support plate, a second rotating assembly, and a second clamping part. The second support plate is horizontally connected to the support platform via a second driving mechanism, and the second support plate is located on the feed end side of the first support plate. The second clamping part is disposed on the second support plate via the second rotating assembly, and the second rotating assembly drives the second clamping part to rotate and be positioned. The first clamping part is used to clamp and position the discharge end of the hose. The second clamping part is used to clamp the feed end of the hose. At the feed end, the hose is horizontally distributed left and right. Moving to the discharge end, the hose bends into an upward-opening U-shape. This equipment, through the coordinated design of two clamping mechanisms, automates the horizontal transport of the hose from the feed end to the discharge end, completely replacing manual pre-processing. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for specific carriers to ensure the hose remains in a U-shape. The first and second clamping mechanisms can move horizontally and rotate independently, ensuring precise positioning of the hose during transport and bending, effectively improving product dimensional consistency. Automated operation not only reduces labor intensity and safety hazards but also significantly increases production efficiency, meeting the demands of large-scale production.

[0007] Preferably, the lifting and positioning assembly includes a lifting and positioning cylinder, a lifting and positioning slide plate, and a lifting and positioning slide rail. The cylinder body of the lifting and positioning cylinder is vertically mounted on a first support plate via a cylinder support plate. The telescopic rod of the lifting and positioning cylinder is fixedly connected to the lifting and positioning slide plate, and the lifting and positioning slide plate is vertically slidably connected to the first support plate via the lifting and positioning slide rail. By employing a cylinder-driven structure with a slide rail, the lifting and positioning assembly can stably lift and lower the first rotating component and the first clamping part vertically. This design allows for precise adjustment of the hose's vertical position, ensuring the hose's fit with other components during subsequent bending and assembly processes, thus improving the overall accuracy and stability of the equipment assembly.

[0008] Preferably, the first rotating assembly includes a first rotating cylinder and a first rotating connecting plate. The first rotating cylinder is mounted on the lifting and positioning assembly, and the first rotating connecting plate is connected to the rotating part of the first rotating cylinder, causing the first rotating connecting plate to rotate back and forth by 90°. At the feeding end, the first rotating cylinder causes the hose on the first clamping part to be horizontally distributed. At the discharging end, the first rotating cylinder causes the hose on the first clamping part to be vertically distributed. By using the first rotating assembly and the first rotating cylinder to drive the hose to rotate back and forth by 90°, the posture transformation from horizontal distribution at the feeding end to vertical distribution at the discharging end is completed. Furthermore, this structure provides precise action and rapid response, offering reliable posture assurance for bending the hose into a U-shape, while simplifying the control logic of the rotating drive and improving the smoothness of equipment operation.

[0009] Preferably, the second rotating assembly includes a second rotating cylinder and a second rotating connecting plate. The second rotating cylinder is mounted on a second support plate, and the second rotating connecting plate is connected to the rotating part of the second rotating cylinder, causing the second rotating connecting plate to rotate back and forth by 90°. At the feeding end, the second rotating cylinder causes the hose on the second clamping part to be horizontally distributed. At the discharging end, the second rotating cylinder causes the hose on the second clamping part to be vertically distributed. Through the coordinated action of the second rotating assembly and the first rotating assembly, the two ends of the hose synchronously complete the horizontal to vertical posture conversion. This synchronous design avoids bending deformation or dimensional deviation caused by inconsistent postures at both ends of the hose, further ensuring the regularity of the U-shaped bend and improving the product processing quality.

[0010] Preferably, both the first and second rotary connecting plates are L-shaped plates. One side of the L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the rotary cylinder, and the other side is fixedly connected to the clamping part. The L-shaped plate design achieves a stable connection between the rotary cylinder and the clamping part, while also making efficient use of installation space, resulting in a more compact overall structure. The L-shaped structure effectively transmits rotational torque, ensuring that the clamping part rotates precisely and synchronously with the rotary cylinder, reducing mechanical transmission errors, and improving the operational stability and service life of the equipment.

[0011] Preferably, the first clamping part includes a three-jaw clamping cylinder and a positioning pin; the three-jaw clamping cylinder is fixedly connected to the first rotating assembly, and the inner walls of the three jaws of the three-jaw clamping cylinder are in the form of a first arc surface; the positioning pin is axially fixedly disposed at the center of the three jaws of the three-jaw clamping cylinder, and the positioning pin is used to insert into the hose for positioning. The arc surface jaws of the three-jaw clamping cylinder can fit tightly against the outer wall of the hose to achieve uniform clamping and avoid the hose from being deformed by pressure; the central positioning pin is inserted into the inside of the hose, forming a double positioning inside and outside, which greatly improves the accuracy and stability of hose clamping. This double positioning design effectively prevents the hose from shifting during transmission and rotation, ensuring the accuracy of processing dimensions.

[0012] Preferably, the second clamping part is a finger cylinder, and the inner walls of the two clamping rods on the finger cylinder are formed with a second arc surface. By adapting the arc surface clamping rods of the finger cylinder to the outer wall of the hose, reliable clamping can be achieved while avoiding damage to the hose surface. Compared with traditional flat jaws, the arc surface design increases the contact area with the hose, reduces local pressure, is suitable for clamping hoses of different diameters, and improves the versatility of the equipment.

[0013] Preferably, at the feeding end, the centers of the two clamping rods and the centers of the three clamping jaws are collinear. Upon moving to the discharging end, the hose is bent into an upward-opening U-shape, with both ends aligned horizontally. The collinearity of the clamping parts at the feeding end ensures uniform force during horizontal hose transport; the aligned bending at the discharging end guarantees the symmetry and dimensional consistency of the U-shape and facilitates subsequent end assembly. This design results in a more regular hose bending shape, meeting the high-precision requirements of subsequent assembly and reducing assembly failures caused by shape deviations.

[0014] Preferably, both the first and second drive mechanisms are linear slides, sharing a single slide. The first and second support plates are slidably connected to the slide, and their sliding is controlled by two motor drive components. The shared slide and independent motor control of the first and second drive mechanisms simplify the equipment structure, reduce manufacturing costs, and enable independent or synchronous movement of the two clamping mechanisms. Independent control ensures flexible adjustment of the positions at both ends during hose transmission and bending, while synchronous control guarantees coordinated action, improving operational flexibility and processing efficiency.

[0015] Preferably, the support platform includes at least two support columns and a support plate; the support plate is horizontally positioned above all the support columns, and the slide is horizontally positioned on the support plate. The support platform, composed of support columns and a support plate, has a stable structure and provides a stable installation foundation for the entire device. The horizontally positioned support plate ensures the installation accuracy of the slide and subsequent mechanisms, avoids operational deviations caused by foundation inclination, and provides a reliable structural guarantee for the precision of hose processing.

[0016] The advantages of this invention are that the equipment achieves fully automated operation of the hose from feeding and positioning, clamping and conveying to bending and forming, completely replacing the traditional manual cutting and bending pre-processing mode. It eliminates the need for specific carriers to ensure the hose is in a U-shape, significantly reducing manual labor intensity. Simultaneously, it avoids the safety hazards of manual use of cutting tools, reduces the difficulty and risk of production site management, and adapts to the needs of large-scale, fast-paced production. Through dual positioning (internal positioning pin + external clamping with arc-shaped grippers), synchronous posture conversion (coordinated action of dual rotating components), and precise drive (linear slide + independent motor control), it ensures accurate positioning and stable posture of the hose during conveying and bending, effectively solving the problem of inconsistent cutting accuracy caused by manual operation, improving the dimensional consistency and bending regularity of hose products, and reducing subsequent assembly failures. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of the automatic hose assembly equipment of this utility model. Figure 2 is a partial enlarged view of the discharge end of the automatic hose assembly equipment of this utility model. Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the first clamping mechanism and the second clamping mechanism (at the feed end) of this utility model. Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of the first clamping mechanism and the second clamping mechanism (at the discharge end) of this utility model.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Support platform; 11. Support column; 12. Support plate; 2. First clamping mechanism; 20. First drive mechanism; 201. Slide table; 202. Motor drive assembly; 21. First support plate; 22. Lifting and positioning assembly; 221. Lifting and positioning cylinder; 222. Lifting and positioning slide plate; 223. Lifting and positioning slide rail; 224. Cylinder support plate; 23. First rotating assembly; 231. First rotating cylinder; 232. First rotating connecting plate; 24. First clamping part; 241. Three-jaw clamping cylinder; 2411. Jaw; 2412. First arc surface; 242. Positioning pin; 3. Second clamping mechanism; 30. Second drive mechanism; 31. Second support plate; 32. Second rotating assembly; 321. Second rotating cylinder; 322. Second rotating connecting plate; 33. Second clamping part; 331. Clamping rod; 332. Second arc surface. Detailed Implementation

[0019] First, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely used to explain the technical principles of the embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.

[0020] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0021] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly 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.

[0022] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0023] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, an automatic hose assembly device includes a support platform 1, a first clamping mechanism 2, and a second clamping mechanism 3. The support platform 1 includes two horizontally aligned support columns 11 and a support plate 12. The support plate 12 is horizontally aligned above the two support columns 11. The first clamping mechanism 2 is horizontally slidably connected to the support plate 12 via a first drive mechanism 20. The second clamping mechanism 3 is horizontally slidably connected to the support plate 12 via a second drive mechanism 30. The support platform 1, composed of the support columns 11 and the support plate 12, has a stable structure and provides a stable installation foundation for the entire device. The horizontally positioned support plate 12 ensures the installation accuracy of the first drive mechanism 20, the second drive mechanism 30, and subsequent mechanisms, avoiding equipment operation deviations caused by foundation inclination, and providing a reliable structural guarantee for the accuracy of hose processing. The first clamping mechanism 2 includes a first support plate 21, a lifting and positioning assembly 22, a first rotating assembly 23, and a first clamping part 24; the first support plate 21 is connected to the support platform 1 by a first driving mechanism 20 to move horizontally left and right; the first rotating assembly 23 is lifted and lowered on the first support plate 21 by the lifting and positioning assembly 22, and the first clamping part 24 is disposed on the first rotating assembly 23, and the first rotating assembly 23 drives the first clamping part 24 to rotate and be positioned; the second clamping mechanism 3 includes a second support plate 31, a second rotating assembly 32, and a second clamping part 33; The second support plate 31 is horizontally connected to the support platform 1 via the second drive mechanism 30, and is located at the feed end side of the first support plate 21. The second clamping part 33 is mounted on the second support plate 31 via the second rotating assembly 32, and the second rotating assembly 32 drives the second clamping part 33 to rotate and be positioned. The first clamping part 24 is used to clamp and position the outlet end of the hose. The second clamping part 33 is used to clamp the feed end of the hose. At the feed end, the hose is horizontally distributed left and right. When it moves to the outlet end, the hose is bent into a U-shape with the opening facing upward. Through the coordinated design of the first clamping mechanism 2 and the second clamping mechanism 3, this equipment realizes the automated operation of horizontally conveying the hose from the feed end to the outlet end and bending it into a U-shape, completely replacing the manual pre-processing mode. The first clamping mechanism 2 and the second clamping mechanism 3 can move horizontally and rotate independently to ensure accurate positioning of the hose during transmission and bending, effectively improving product size consistency, and eliminating the need for a specific carrier to ensure the hose is in a U-shape. Automated operation not only reduces the intensity of manual labor and safety hazards, but also significantly improves production efficiency and meets the needs of large-scale production.

[0024] like Figure 1As shown, in this embodiment, both the first drive mechanism 20 and the second drive mechanism 30 are linear slides, and they share a single slide 201. The first support plate 21 and the second support plate 31 are slidably connected to the slide 201, and their sliding is controlled by two motor drive components 202. The shared slide 201 and independent motor control of the first drive mechanism 20 and the second drive mechanism 30 simplify the equipment structure, reduce manufacturing costs, and enable independent or synchronous movement of the two clamping mechanisms. Independent control ensures flexible adjustment of the positions at both ends during hose transmission and bending, while synchronous control ensures coordinated action, improving the flexibility of equipment operation and processing efficiency.

[0025] like Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the lifting and positioning assembly 22 includes a lifting and positioning cylinder 221, a lifting and positioning slide plate 222, and a lifting and positioning slide rail 223. The cylinder body of the lifting and positioning cylinder 221 is vertically mounted on the upper part of the first support plate 21 via a cylinder support plate 224. The bottom end of the telescopic rod of the lifting and positioning cylinder 221 is fixedly connected to the top of the lifting and positioning slide plate 222, and the lifting and positioning slide plate 222 is vertically slidably connected to the first support plate 21 via the lifting and positioning slide rail 223. By adopting a cylinder-driven and slide rail-coordinated structure, the lifting and positioning assembly 22 can drive the first rotating assembly 23 and the first clamping part 24 to move vertically and stably. This design can precisely adjust the vertical position of the hose, ensuring the accuracy of the hose's fit with other components in subsequent bending, assembly, and other processes, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the overall equipment assembly.

[0026] like Figures 2 to 4As shown, the first rotating assembly 23 includes a first rotating cylinder 231 and a first rotating connecting plate 232. The first rotating cylinder 231 is mounted on the lifting and positioning assembly 22, and the first rotating connecting plate 232 is connected to the rotating part of the first rotating cylinder 231, driving the first rotating connecting plate 232 to rotate back and forth by 90°. At the feeding end, the first rotating cylinder 231 drives the hose on the first clamping part 24 to be horizontally distributed. Moving to the discharging end, the first rotating cylinder 231 drives the hose on the first clamping part 24 to be vertically distributed. Through the first rotating assembly 23 and the first rotating cylinder 231 driving the hose to rotate back and forth by 90°, the attitude conversion from horizontal distribution at the feeding end to vertical distribution at the discharging end is completed. Furthermore, this structure has precise movements and rapid response, providing reliable attitude assurance for the hose to bend into a U-shape, while simplifying the control logic of the rotating drive and improving the smoothness of equipment operation. The second rotating assembly 32 includes a second rotating cylinder 321 and a second rotating connecting plate 322. The second rotating cylinder 321 is mounted on the second support plate 31, and the second rotating connecting plate 322 is connected to the rotating part of the second rotating cylinder 321, causing the second rotating connecting plate 322 to rotate back and forth at 90°. At the feeding end, the second rotating cylinder 321 causes the hose on the second clamping part 33 to be horizontally distributed. At the discharging end, the second rotating cylinder 321 causes the hose on the second clamping part 33 to be vertically distributed. Through the coordinated action of the second rotating assembly 32 and the first rotating assembly 23, the two ends of the hose synchronously complete the horizontal to vertical posture conversion. This synchronous design avoids bending deformation or dimensional deviation caused by inconsistent postures at both ends of the hose, further ensuring the regularity of the U-shaped bend and improving the product processing quality.

[0027] Both the first rotary connecting plate 232 and the second rotary connecting plate 322 are L-shaped plates. One side of the L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the rotary cylinder, and the other side is fixedly connected to the clamping part. The L-shaped plate design achieves a stable connection between the rotary cylinder and the clamping part, while also making efficient use of installation space, resulting in a more compact overall structure. The L-shaped structure effectively transmits rotational torque, ensuring that the clamping part rotates precisely and synchronously with the rotary cylinder, reducing mechanical transmission errors, and improving the operational stability and service life of the equipment.

[0028] like Figures 3 to 4As shown, the first clamping part 24 includes a three-jaw clamping cylinder 241 and a positioning pin 242. The three-jaw clamping cylinder 241 is fixedly connected to the first rotating assembly 23, and the inner walls of the three jaws 2411 of the three-jaw clamping cylinder 241 form a first arc surface 2412. The positioning pin 242 is axially fixed at the center of the three jaws 2411 of the three-jaw clamping cylinder 241, and is used for positioning inside the hose. The arc surface jaws of the three-jaw clamping cylinder 241 can fit tightly against the outer wall of the hose to achieve uniform clamping and prevent the hose from being deformed by pressure. The central positioning pin 242 is inserted into the inside of the hose, forming a double positioning inside and outside, which greatly improves the accuracy and stability of hose clamping. This double positioning design effectively prevents the hose from shifting during transmission and rotation, ensuring the dimensional accuracy of processing.

[0029] like Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the second clamping part 33 is a finger cylinder, and the inner walls of the two clamping rods 331 on the finger cylinder form a second arc surface 332. By adapting the arc surface clamping rods 331 of the finger cylinder to the outer wall of the hose, reliable clamping can be achieved while avoiding damage to the hose surface. Compared with traditional flat jaws, the arc surface design increases the contact area with the hose, reduces local pressure, is suitable for clamping hoses of different diameters, and improves the versatility of the equipment.

[0030] like Figure 3 As shown, at the feeding end, the centers of the two clamping rods 331 and the centers of the three grippers 2411 are aligned. Moving to the discharge end, the hose is bent into an upward-opening U-shape, with both ends aligned horizontally. The collinearity of the clamping parts at the feeding end ensures uniform force during horizontal hose transport; the aligned bending at the discharge end guarantees the symmetry and dimensional consistency of the U-shaped structure and facilitates subsequent end assembly. This design makes the hose bending more regular, meeting the high-precision requirements of the hose's shape in subsequent assembly and reducing assembly failures caused by shape deviations.

[0031] The working process of this device is as follows: Initial feeding and clamping: The tubing wound with flexible hose is directly fitted onto the feeding shaft of the feeding mechanism. The clamping part of the feeding mechanism clamps one end of the hose and conveys it horizontally. At this time, the first clamping mechanism 2 is located on the left (discharge end), and the second clamping mechanism 3 is located on the right (feed end), and both are positioned as follows: Figure 3As shown, the feeding mechanism connects the two clamping rods 33 (the two clamping rods 331 of the finger cylinder) to one end of the hose, and inserts the positioning pin 242 into the inner hole of the hose end. After insertion, the hose is clamped by the three jaws 2411 on the three-jaw clamping cylinder 241, achieving internal support and external clamping to firmly hold the hose outlet end. The second clamping part 33 (finger cylinder) is pre-tightened to prevent the hose from detaching from the two clamping rods 331 when pulled. The first driving mechanism 20 drives the first clamping mechanism 2 to move to the left (towards the outlet end) a specified distance to achieve the required hose length. The hose is then cut by the cutting device. After cutting, the first clamping mechanism 2 continues to move to the left, bringing the other end of the hose to the second clamping part 33. The finger cylinder clamps the other end of the hose by the two clamping rods 331. At this point, the hose is in a horizontal straight state, and the centers of the two clamping parts are coaxial. This process eliminates the need for manual cutting in sections; the hose can be directly fed into the cylinder for processing, greatly improving production efficiency.

[0032] Bending and forming process: The two motor drive components 202 start working. The first support plate 21 and the second support plate 31 move to the left respectively. At the same time, the lifting and positioning cylinder 221 is activated, driving the first rotating component 23 and the first clamping part 24 to rise as a whole. The first rotating cylinder 231 and the second rotating cylinder 321 act synchronously, driving the first clamping part 24 to rotate 90° clockwise and the second clamping part 33 to rotate 90° counterclockwise, so that the two ends of the hose change from a horizontal state to a vertical state. During this process, under the traction, lifting and rotation of the first clamping mechanism 2, the hose is gradually bent into an upward-opening U-shape.

[0033] Forming Output: When the first support plate 21 and the second support plate 31 move to the predetermined position, the hose is completely bent into a predetermined U-shape, and its two ends remain vertical and aligned left and right (e.g. Figure 1 (As shown). At this point, the formed hose can be grasped by a robotic arm (not shown in the figure) and moved to the next assembly station. All components of the equipment are reset, ready for the next work cycle.

[0034] In summary, the advantages of this utility model are: Fully automated and highly efficient: Through the coordinated operation of the first clamping mechanism 2 and the second clamping mechanism 3, this invention achieves full automation of the hose from horizontal feeding, automatic gripping, precise bending to forming output, completely replacing traditional manual operation, significantly improving production efficiency and overcoming the bottleneck of manual efficiency.

[0035] High precision and consistency: Through lifting positioning, rotation positioning, and precise movement control of the drive mechanism, the accuracy and consistency of bending the hose into the predetermined U-shape are ensured, effectively solving the problem of dimensional errors caused by manual operation and guaranteeing product quality.

[0036] Compact structure and high reliability: The equipment has a reasonable layout, with the first drive mechanism 2 and the second drive mechanism 3 sharing a single slide table 201, resulting in a compact structure and space saving. Standard components such as cylinders, slide rails, and motors are used, ensuring stable and reliable movement and convenient maintenance.

[0037] Secure clamping: The first clamping part 24 uses an internal support and external clamping method combining a three-jaw cylinder and a central positioning pin 242, which is particularly secure for clamping the end of the hose with connectors; the second clamping part 33 uses a finger cylinder, which provides reliable clamping. The two work together to ensure that the hose will not loosen or fall off during movement and bending.

[0038] Seamless connection: The formed hose is U-shaped with both ends aligned, which makes it easy for the robot to grasp or directly position it, achieving a smooth connection with the next assembly process and laying the foundation for building a fully automated production line.

[0039] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inner" and "outer" and other terms indicating direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0040] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "in this embodiment," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0041] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An automatic hose assembly device, characterized in that, The system includes a support platform (1), a first clamping mechanism (2), and a second clamping mechanism (3). The first clamping mechanism (2) includes a first support plate (21), a lifting and positioning assembly (22), a first rotating assembly (23), and a first clamping part (24). The first support plate (21) is connected to the support platform (1) by moving horizontally left and right through a first driving mechanism (20). The first rotating assembly (23) is lifted and lowered on the first support plate (21) through the lifting and positioning assembly (22). The first clamping part (24) is disposed on the first rotating assembly (23), and the first rotating assembly (23) drives the first clamping part (24) to rotate and position. The second clamping mechanism (3) includes a second support plate (31), a second rotating assembly (32), and a second clamping part (33); the second support plate (31) is connected to the support platform (1) by moving horizontally left and right through the second driving mechanism (30), and the second support plate (31) is located on the feeding end side of the first support plate (21); the second clamping part (33) is set on the second support plate (31) through the second rotating assembly (32), and the second rotating assembly (32) drives the second clamping part (33) to rotate and position; the first clamping part (24) is used to clamp and position the discharge end of the hose; the second clamping part (33) is used to clamp the feeding end of the hose.

2. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting and positioning assembly (22) includes a lifting and positioning cylinder (221), a lifting and positioning slide plate (222), and a lifting and positioning slide rail (223); the cylinder body of the lifting and positioning cylinder (221) is vertically mounted on the first support plate (21) via a cylinder support plate (224); the telescopic rod of the lifting and positioning cylinder (221) is fixedly connected to the lifting and positioning slide plate (222), and the lifting and positioning slide plate (222) is vertically slidably connected to the first support plate (21) via the lifting and positioning slide rail (223).

3. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first rotating assembly (23) includes a first rotating cylinder (231) and a first rotating connecting plate (232). The first rotating cylinder (231) is mounted on the lifting and positioning assembly (22). The first rotating connecting plate (232) is connected to the rotating part of the first rotating cylinder (231) and drives the first rotating connecting plate (232) to rotate back and forth at 90°. At the feeding end, the first rotating cylinder (231) drives the hose on the first clamping part (24) to be horizontally distributed. When it moves to the discharge end, the first rotating cylinder (231) drives the hose on the first clamping part (24) to be vertically distributed.

4. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second rotating assembly (32) includes a second rotating cylinder (321) and a second rotating connecting plate (322); the second rotating cylinder (321) is disposed on the second support plate (31), and the second rotating connecting plate (322) is connected to the rotating part of the second rotating cylinder (321) and drives the second rotating connecting plate (322) to rotate back and forth at 90°. At the feeding end, the second rotating cylinder (321) drives the hose on the second clamping part (33) to be horizontally distributed. When it moves to the discharge end, the second rotating cylinder (321) drives the hose on the second clamping part (33) to be vertically distributed.

5. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first rotating connecting plate (232) and the second rotating connecting plate (322) are both L-shaped plates. One side of the L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the rotating cylinder, and the other side of the L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the clamping part.

6. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first clamping part (24) includes a three-jaw clamping cylinder (241) and a positioning pin (242); the three-jaw clamping cylinder (241) is fixedly connected to the first rotating assembly (23), and the inner wall of the three jaws (2411) of the three-jaw clamping cylinder (241) is a first arc surface (2412); the positioning pin (242) is fixedly disposed axially at the center of the three jaws (2411) of the three-jaw clamping cylinder (241), and the positioning pin (242) is used for positioning inside the hose.

7. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second clamping part (33) is a finger cylinder, and the inner walls of the two clamping rods (331) on the finger cylinder are in the form of a second arc surface (332).

8. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, At the feed end, the center positions of the two clamping rods (331) and the center positions of the three clamping claws (2411) are on the same straight line. When the hose moves to the discharge end, it bends into a U-shape with the opening facing upward, and the two ends of the hose are aligned left and right.

9. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first drive mechanism (20) and the second drive mechanism (30) are both linear slides, and the first drive mechanism (20) and the second drive mechanism (30) share a slide (201). The first support plate (21) and the second support plate (31) are slidably connected on the slide (201), and the first support plate (21) and the second support plate (31) are controlled to slide by two motor drive components (202).

10. The automatic hose assembly equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The support platform (1) includes at least two support columns (11) and a support plate (12); the support plate (12) is horizontally arranged on the upper part of all the support columns (11), and the slide (201) is horizontally arranged on the support plate (12).

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