Blanking device, feeding and discharging system and PCB processing equipment

Abstract

A blanking device, an upper and lower feeding system and a PCB processing equipment, the blanking device comprising a mounting frame, a supporting mechanism, a first translation mechanism and a second translation mechanism, the supporting mechanism being arranged on the mounting seat, the supporting mechanism comprising a first end and a second end opposite in a first direction, the supporting mechanism being used for supporting a workpiece, the first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism being arranged on the mounting seat, the first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism being used for driving the workpiece to translate along the first direction, wherein the first translation mechanism is used for driving the workpiece to move into the supporting mechanism from the first end, and the second translation mechanism is used for driving the workpiece to move out of the supporting mechanism from the second end, so that the blanking device can drive the workpiece to move into and out of the supporting mechanism, avoiding the compact design of the structure of the AGV, and the structure of the blanking device is simple and convenient to maintain.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of machining equipment technology, specifically to a feeding device, a loading and unloading system, and PCB processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the consumer electronics and automotive industries, the PCB industry has also grown rapidly, with increasing demand. After the PCB board processing and forming stage is completed, the PCB board needs to be unloaded. After unloading, it is usually transferred by a transport device such as an AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle). In the current technology, the PCB board is usually pulled out of the loading and unloading device by the AGV's unloading mechanism to complete the unloading. Therefore, the AGV has a compact and complex structure, which is not convenient for maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a feeding device, a loading and unloading system, and a PCB processing equipment to solve the problem of AGVs having a compact and complex structure and being inconvenient to maintain.

[0004] To achieve the objectives of this application, the following technical solution is provided: In a first aspect, the present invention provides a feeding device, comprising: a mounting frame; a support mechanism disposed on the mounting frame, the support mechanism including a first end and a second end opposite to each other in a first direction, the support mechanism being used to support a workpiece; a first translation mechanism and a second translation mechanism, both disposed on the mounting frame, the first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism being used to drive the workpiece to translate along the first direction; wherein, the first translation mechanism is used to drive the workpiece to move from the first end into the support mechanism, and the second translation mechanism is used to drive the workpiece to move from the second end out of the support mechanism.

[0005] In one embodiment, the support mechanism includes a plurality of support members spaced apart from each other in a second direction. The support members are used to support the workpiece, and the first direction and the second direction intersect.

[0006] In one embodiment, the first translation mechanism includes a first driving component, a first connecting component, and a first contact component. The first driving component is connected to the mounting bracket, and the first connecting component connects the first driving component and the first contact component. The first driving component is used to drive the first connecting component and the first contact component to translate synchronously along the first direction, and the first contact component is used to drive the workpiece to translate.

[0007] In one embodiment, the first translation mechanism further includes a first guide assembly, which includes a first guide member and a first slider member. The first slider member and the first guide member are slidably connected. The first guide member is connected to the mounting bracket, and the first connecting assembly is connected to the first slider member.

[0008] In one embodiment, the support mechanism has a plurality of unloading positions arranged sequentially in a second direction. The unloading positions are used to receive workpieces, and each unloading position is provided with at least one first contact component. The first direction and the second direction intersect.

[0009] In one embodiment, the second translation mechanism includes a second driving component, a second connecting component, and a second contact component. The second driving component is connected to the mounting bracket, and the second connecting component connects the second driving component and the second contact component. The second driving component is used to drive the second connecting component and the second contact component to translate synchronously along the first direction, and the second contact component is used to drive the workpiece to translate.

[0010] In one embodiment, the second contact component has a clearance position and a working position. When the second contact component is in the clearance position, the second contact component is spaced apart from the workpiece. When the second contact component is in the working position, the second contact component is used to contact the workpiece to drive the workpiece to translate.

[0011] In one embodiment, the second contact component includes a push-back drive and a push-back manipulator. One end of the push-back drive is connected to the second connection component, and the other end is connected to the push-back manipulator. The push-back drive is used to drive the push-back manipulator to move to the avoidance position or the working position.

[0012] In one embodiment, the push-back manipulator includes a push-back connector and a push-back contact. The push-back connector is connected to the push-back drive, and the push-back contact is rotatably connected to the push-back connector. The push-back contact is rotatable about an axis extending along a second direction, and the push-back contact is used to contact a workpiece. The first direction intersects the second direction.

[0013] In one embodiment, the second contact component further includes a two-push drive and a two-push manipulator. One end of the two-push drive is connected to the second connection component, and the other end is connected to the two-push manipulator. The two-push manipulator is located on the side of the two-push manipulator closer to the second end in the first direction. The two-push drive is used to drive the two-push manipulator to move to the avoidance position or the working position.

[0014] In one embodiment, the two-push manipulator includes a two-push connector and a two-push contact. The two ends of the two-push connector are respectively connected to the two-push drive and the two-push contact. The two-push contact has a plate-like structure. When the two-push contact is in the working position, it can extend into the gap between the first translation mechanism and the workpiece.

[0015] Secondly, this utility model also provides a loading and unloading system, including a loading device, a lifting device, a conveying device, and a unloading device as described in any one of the embodiments of the first aspect. The unloading device and the loading device are both connected to the lifting device. The lifting device is used to drive the unloading device and the loading device to move up and down, so that the unloading device and the loading device can respectively dock with the conveying device.

[0016] Thirdly, this utility model also provides a PCB processing equipment, including a machine tool and a processing table, wherein the processing table is movably connected to the machine tool; the PCB processing equipment further includes a unloading device as described in any one of the embodiments of the first aspect, wherein the unloading device is disposed on the machine tool and is capable of exchanging workpieces with the processing table; or, the PCB processing equipment further includes a loading and unloading system as described in any one of the embodiments of the second aspect, wherein the lifting device is connected to the machine tool and is capable of driving the unloading device and the loading device to move up and down relative to the machine tool, so that the unloading device and the loading device can exchange workpieces with the processing table.

[0017] By setting the unloading device to include a mounting frame, a support mechanism, a first translation mechanism, and a second translation mechanism, the support mechanism is set on the mounting base and includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other in a first direction. The support mechanism is used to support the workpiece. The first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism are both set on the mounting base and are used to drive the workpiece to translate along the first direction. The first translation mechanism is used to drive the workpiece to move from the first end into the support mechanism, and the second translation mechanism is used to drive the workpiece to move from the second end out of the support mechanism. This enables the unloading device to drive the workpiece into the support mechanism and to drive the workpiece out of the support mechanism, such as to transfer it to a transport device, such as an AGV trolley, avoiding the need for a material handling robot in the AGV, which would result in a complex and compact structure. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a PCB processing equipment according to one embodiment; Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a loading and unloading system according to one embodiment; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 10000-PCB processing equipment; 1000-Loading and unloading system; 100 - Feeding device; 10-Mounting rack; 20-Support mechanism, 21-First end, 22-Second end, 23-Unloading position, 24-Support component; 30-First translation mechanism, 31-First drive assembly, 32-First connecting assembly, 321-First connecting rod, 322-First connector, 33-First contact assembly, 331-Third contact member, 332-Rolling member, 34-First guide assembly, 341-First guide member, 342-First sliding member; 40-Second translation mechanism, 41-Second drive assembly, 42-Second connecting assembly, 421-Second connecting rod, 422-Second connector, 43-Second contact assembly, 431-Second push drive, 432-Second push manipulator, 4321-Second push connector, 4322-Second push contact, 433-Rear push drive, 434-Rear push manipulator, 4341-Rear push connector, 4342-Rear push contact, 4343-Hinge, 44-Second guide assembly, 441-Second guide, 442-Second sliding member; 200 - Feeding device; 300 - Lifting device; 2000 - Machine Tools; 3000 - Processing table translation device; 20000 - Workpiece; X - Second direction, Y - First direction, Z - Third direction. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed" to another component, it can be directly on the other component or it can be in a middle component. When a component is said to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or it may be in a middle component.

[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terminology used in the specification of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used in this application includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0024] The following detailed description of some embodiments of this application is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 1 This utility model provides a PCB processing equipment 10000, including a machine tool 2000 and a processing table, with the processing table movably connected to the machine tool 2000. The PCB processing equipment 10000 also includes a feeding device 100 as described in this utility model embodiment. The feeding device 100 is disposed on the machine tool 2000 and is capable of exchanging workpieces 20000 with the processing table. Alternatively, the PCB processing equipment 10000 also includes a loading and unloading system 1000 as described in this utility model embodiment, with a lifting device 300 connected to the machine tool 2000 and capable of driving the feeding device 100 and the loading device 200 to move up and down relative to the machine tool 2000, so that the feeding device 100 and the loading device 200 can exchange workpieces 20000 with the processing table.

[0026] The machine tool 2000 is used to perform CNC machining on the workpiece 20000. Specifically, after the workpiece 20000, located on the machining table, moves to the working position of the machine tool 2000, the machine tool 2000 performs milling operations on the workpiece 20000, such as contour milling, slot milling, and hole milling. Optionally, the workpiece 20000 includes at least one of the following: circuit board, cardboard, plastic board, etc. For example, the workpiece 20000 is a PCB board.

[0027] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1 The loading and unloading system 1000 includes a loading device 200, a lifting device 300, and a unloading device 100 in this embodiment of the present invention. Both the unloading device 100 and the loading device 200 are connected to the lifting device 300, which is used to drive the unloading device 100 and the loading device 200 to move up and down.

[0028] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1The lifting device 300 is connected to the mounting frame 10 of the unloading device 100. The loading device 200 and the unloading device 100 are respectively located on both sides of the mounting frame 10 in the third direction Z. The lifting device 300 is used to drive the unloading device 100 and the loading device 200 to move synchronously in the third direction Z through the mounting frame 10, so that the mounting frame 10 has a standby position, a loading position, and an unloading position. When the mounting frame 10 is in the standby position, the loading device 200 is used to receive the workpiece 20000 to be processed transported by an external material handling device (such as an AGV). When the mounting frame 10 is in the loading position, the loading device 200 corresponds to the processing table in the third direction Z to facilitate the loading operation. When the mounting frame 10 is in the unloading position, the unloading device 100 corresponds to the processing table in the third direction Z so that the processed workpiece 20000 can be transferred from the processing table to the unloading device 100. Then the unloading device 100 docks with an external material handling device (such as an AGV) to transport the processed workpiece 20000 to the material handling device (such as an AGV).

[0029] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1 The PCB processing equipment 10000 also includes a processing table translation device 3000. The processing table translation device 3000 is mounted on the machine tool 2000 and connected to the processing table. The processing table translation device 3000 is used to drive the processing table to make translational movements along the first direction Y, moving closer to or away from the loading and unloading system 1000, so that the loading and unloading system 1000 can perform loading or unloading operations on the processing table.

[0030] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1 The processing table includes a table surface, a fixing component, and multiple liftable casters. The table surface is connected to the processing table translation device 3000. The fixing component and the multiple liftable casters are all located on the surface of the table facing the workpiece 20000 and are evenly distributed on the table surface. The liftable casters extend out of the surface of the table and support the workpiece 20000 to prevent wear and displacement of the workpiece 20000 when it translates relative to the table surface. When the workpiece 20000 is in an accurate position on the table surface, it extends into the surface of the table surface to connect the workpiece 20000 with the fixing component. The fixing component secures the workpiece 20000 when the multiple liftable casters descend below the table surface. Optionally, the processing table may also be equipped with multiple liftable ball bearings, liftable omnidirectional wheels, or other structures to support the workpiece 20000.

[0031] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1The processing table and the loading / unloading system 1000 are sequentially arranged in the first direction Y, which corresponds to the front-rear direction of the PCB processing equipment 10000. The processing table is configured to be positioned in front of the loading / unloading system 1000 in the first direction Y. The processing table translation device 3000 can drive the processing table to translate along the first direction Y, moving it closer to or further away from the loading / unloading system 1000. When the processing table moves towards the loading / unloading system 1000, it is used to receive workpieces 20000 released by the loading / unloading system 1000, or to release processed workpieces 20000 to the loading / unloading system 1000. Optionally, the processing table translation device 3000 can drive the processing table translation through a ball screw transmission structure, gear and rack transmission structure, or flexible transmission structure driven by a servo motor or stepper motor, or it can directly drive the processing table translation through a linear motor, hydraulic cylinder, pneumatic cylinder, etc., without limitation.

[0032] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 1 The PCB processing equipment 10000 includes multiple processing tables arranged sequentially in a second direction X, which corresponds to the left-right direction of the PCB processing equipment 10000. A processing table translation device 3000 drives the multiple processing tables to translate synchronously, or, alternatively, the processing table translation device 3000 drives each processing table to translate independently, thereby improving the production capacity of the PCB processing equipment 10000. In one embodiment, the loading / unloading system 1000 simultaneously performs loading or unloading operations on the multiple processing tables to increase the loading / unloading speed.

[0033] The following section will detail the specific structure of the feeding device 100 and its feeding process.

[0034] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The unloading device 100 includes a mounting frame 10, a support mechanism 20, a first translation mechanism 30, and a second translation mechanism 40. The support mechanism 20 is mounted on the mounting frame 10 and includes a first end 21 and a second end 22 opposite each other in the first direction Y. The support mechanism 20 supports the workpiece 20000. The first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 are both mounted on the mounting frame 10 and are used to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate along the first direction Y. Specifically, the first translation mechanism 30 drives the workpiece 20000 from the first end 21 into the support mechanism 20, that is, the first end 21 is translated from the side opposite to the second end 22 onto the support mechanism 20. The second translation mechanism 40 drives the workpiece 20000 from the second end 22 out of the support mechanism 20, that is, it moves to the side of the second end 22 opposite to the first end 21 and enters the AGV.

[0035] Specifically, when the workpiece 20000 is located on the side of the first end 21 facing away from the second end 22, the first translation mechanism 30 is used to move the workpiece 20000 to a position on the support mechanism 20 close to the first end 21. When the workpiece 20000 is located on the support mechanism 20 close to the first end 21, the second translation mechanism 40 is used to move the workpiece 20000 along the direction of the first end 21 close to the second end 22, so that the workpiece is located on the support mechanism 20 close to the second end 22. When the workpiece 20000 is located on the support mechanism 20 close to the second end 22, the second translation mechanism 40 is also used to move the workpiece 20000 to the side of the second end 22 facing away from the first end 21, so as to complete the entire unloading process.

[0036] When the unloading device 100 unloads the workpiece 20000 located on the processing table, the aforementioned lifting device 300 drives the unloading device 100 to move along the third direction Z to the unloading height, so that the surface of the support mechanism 20 used to support the workpiece 20000 is flush with the surface of the processing table used to support the workpiece 20000. At this time, the processing table is located on the side of the first end 21 facing away from the second end 22. After the first translation mechanism 30 drives the workpiece 20000 to completely translate from the processing table into the first end 21 of the support mechanism 20, the workpiece 20000 separates from the processing table. At this time, the processing table can be translated away from the support mechanism 20 under the drive of the aforementioned processing table translation device 3000, or it can remain stationary relative to the support mechanism 20, without any restriction. When the workpiece 20000 is located at the first end 21, the aforementioned lifting device 300 is used to drive the unloading device 100 to move to the standby height. After the unloading device 100 moves to the standby height, the second translation mechanism 40 is used to drive the workpiece 20000 to move along the direction of the first end 21 towards the second end 22 until the workpiece 20000 is separated from the support mechanism 20, for example, transferred to the AGV, thereby completing the entire unloading process.

[0037] Optionally, the surface of the support mechanism 20 supporting the workpiece 20000 is a smooth plane, so that the support mechanism 20 will not wear or scratch the workpiece 20000 during relative sliding. Optionally, the surface of the support mechanism 20 supporting the workpiece 20000 is provided with multiple rolling elements 332, which support the workpiece 20000. Optionally, the rolling elements 332 can be pulleys, balls, or outward-facing wheels, etc., without limitation. By providing multiple rolling elements 332 to support the workpiece 20000, when the workpiece 20000 translates relative to the support mechanism 20, the friction between the workpiece 20000 and the support mechanism 20 is all rolling friction, avoiding wear or scratches caused by the support mechanism 20 to the workpiece 20000.

[0038] Optionally, the end face of the first end 21 facing away from the second end 22 in the first direction Y is an inclined surface. During the process of the first translation mechanism 30 driving the workpiece 20000 to translate to the first end 21, the inclined surface is used to receive the workpiece 20000 and provide guidance for the workpiece 20000, so that the workpiece 20000 can be translated onto the upper surface of the support member 24, avoiding the positional deviation between the support member 24 and the workpiece 20000 in the third direction Z, which would cause the workpiece 20000 and the support member 24 to collide or get stuck in the first direction Y.

[0039] By setting up a mounting frame 10, a support mechanism 20, a first translation mechanism 30, and a second translation mechanism 40, the support mechanism 20 is mounted on the mounting frame 10 and includes a first end 21 and a second end 22 opposite to each other in the first direction Y. The support mechanism 20 is used to support the workpiece 20000. The first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 are both mounted on the mounting frame 10 and are used to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate along the first direction Y. Specifically, the first translation mechanism 30 is used to drive the workpiece 20000 to move from the first end 21 into the support mechanism 20, and the second translation mechanism 40 is used to drive the workpiece 20000 to move from the second end 22 out of the support mechanism 20. This allows the unloading device 100 to drive the workpiece 20000 into the support mechanism 20 and out of the support mechanism 20, avoiding the complex and compact design of the AGV structure. Moreover, the structure of the unloading device 100 is simple and easy to maintain. Furthermore, the travel distances of the first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 are shortened, avoiding long-distance round trips, and the dimensions of the first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 in the first direction Y are reduced, thereby increasing the feeding speed of the feeding device 100.

[0040] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The unloading device 100 includes multiple unloading positions 23, which are arranged sequentially in the second direction X. The unloading positions 23 are used to accommodate workpieces 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect.

[0041] The first translation mechanism 30 is used to move the workpiece 20000 to the unloading position 23, and the second translation mechanism 40 is used to move the workpiece 20000 located in the unloading position 23 towards the second end 22. The multiple unloading positions 23 are arranged one-to-one with multiple processing tables, or one-to-one with multiple workpieces 20000 on the processing tables. This arrangement allows the unloading device 100 to unload multiple workpieces 20000, improving the unloading speed and working efficiency of the unloading device 100.

[0042] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The support mechanism 20 includes multiple support members 24, which are spaced apart from each other in the second direction X. The support members 24 support the workpiece 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect. Optionally, all the support members 24 extend along the first direction Y, and each unloading position 23 includes at least two support members 24. By setting the support mechanism 20 to include multiple support members 24, which are spaced apart from each other in the second direction X, and which support the workpiece 20000, the installation and disassembly of the support mechanism 20 are facilitated. It also reduces the contact area between the support mechanism 20 and the workpiece 20000, thereby reducing the risk of the support mechanism 20 wearing or scratching the workpiece 20000. At the same time, it reduces the weight and material cost of the support mechanism 20, and further reduces the power requirements of the aforementioned lifting mechanism.

[0043] In another embodiment, the support mechanism 20 includes a support plate (not shown) connected to the mounting frame 10 and spanning multiple unloading positions 23 in the second direction X. The support plate is used to support the workpiece 20000.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 3 The first translation mechanism 30 includes a first drive assembly 31, a first connecting assembly 32, and a first contact assembly 33. The first drive assembly 31 is connected to the mounting bracket 10, and the first connecting assembly 32 connects the first drive assembly 31 and the first contact assembly 33. The first drive assembly 31 drives the first connecting assembly 32 and the first contact assembly 33 to translate synchronously along the first direction Y. The first contact assembly 33 drives the workpiece 20000 to translate. Each unloading position 23 is provided with at least one first contact assembly 33.

[0045] Specifically, before the unloading device 100 performs the unloading operation on the workpiece 20000, the aforementioned processing table translation device 3000 drives the processing table and the workpiece 20000 to move synchronously to the side of the first end 21 facing away from the second end 22 in the first direction Y, so that the processing table is in the unloading position. When the unloading device 100 performs the unloading operation on the workpiece 20000, the processing table drives the first driving component 31 of the workpiece 20000 to drive the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 to move away from the first end 21 in the first direction Y. After the first contact component 33 moves to the side of the workpiece 20000 facing away from the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y, the multiple liftable pulleys of the processing table drive the workpiece 20000 to move upward in the third direction Z, so that the workpiece 20000 and the first contact component 33 are flush in the third direction Z. The first driving component 31 drives the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 to translate along the first direction Y towards the first end 21. During this process, the first contact component 33 contacts the workpiece 20000 and moves the workpiece 20000 onto the first end 21. Subsequently, the second translation mechanism 40 moves the workpiece 20000 along the first end 21 towards the second end 22.

[0046] Optionally, the first drive component 31 can drive the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 to move synchronously along the first direction Y through a ball screw transmission structure, gear and rack transmission structure or flexible transmission structure driven by a servo motor or stepper motor, or it can directly drive the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 to move synchronously along the first direction Y through a linear motor, hydraulic cylinder, pneumatic cylinder, etc., without limitation.

[0047] Please refer to Figure 3 The first contact assembly 33 includes a third contact member 331, which is connected to the first connecting assembly 32 and protrudes from the first connecting assembly 32 in both the first direction Y and the third direction Z. The portion of the third contact member 331 protruding from the first connecting assembly 32 is used to contact the workpiece 20000. In one embodiment, a buffer (not shown) is provided on the portion of the third contact member 331 used to contact the workpiece 20000 to avoid wear or scratching of the workpiece 20000 by the third contact member 331. The buffer can be made of materials such as rubber, silicone, and nylon, and is not limited thereto. In another embodiment, the first contact assembly 33 also includes a rolling member 332, which is rotatably connected to the third contact member 331. The rolling member 332 protrudes from the third contact member 331 in the first direction Y and is used to contact the workpiece 20000, so that the friction between the workpiece 20000 and the first contact assembly 33 is rolling friction, reducing the risk of the first contact assembly 33 wearing the workpiece 20000.

[0048] Please refer to Figure 3The first connecting component 32 includes a first connecting rod 321 and a first connecting member 322. The first connecting member 322 connects the first driving component 31 and the first connecting rod 321. The first contact component 33 is connected to the first connecting rod 321. The first driving component 31 is used to drive the first connecting member 322, the first connecting rod 321 and the first contact component 33 to perform translational movement along the first direction Y.

[0049] In one implementation method, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first connecting rod 321 extends along the second direction X and crosses the aforementioned multiple unloading positions 23 in the second direction X. There are multiple first contact components 33, and the multiple first contact components 33 are set one-to-one with the multiple unloading positions 23, so that the first translation mechanism 30 can drive multiple first contact components 33 to translate synchronously through one first connecting rod 321, while also simplifying the control logic.

[0050] In another embodiment, there are multiple first driving components 31, first connecting rods 321, and first contact components 33. Multiple first connecting rods 321 are arranged sequentially in the second direction X and are connected to multiple first driving components 31 one by one. Each first connecting rod 321 is connected to at least one first contact component 33. Multiple first connecting rods 321 are arranged to multiple unloading positions 23 one by one, so that the first translation mechanism 30 drives multiple workpieces 20000 to move synchronously or individually to the support mechanism 20, thereby improving the applicability and versatility of the unloading device 100.

[0051] Please refer to Figure 3 In one embodiment, the first driving component 31 is disposed on the side of the first connecting rod 321 near the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y. The first driving component 31 is connected to the first connecting member 322 in the second direction X, and the first connecting member 322 is connected to the first connecting rod 321 in the third direction Z. That is, the first connecting rod 321 is suspended on the first driving component 31, reducing the space occupied by the first translation mechanism 30 in the first direction Y and the second direction X. In another embodiment, the first driving component 31 is located on one side of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 in the second direction X, reducing the space occupied by the first translation mechanism 30 in the first direction Y and the third direction Z.

[0052] By setting the first translation mechanism 30 to include a first drive component 31, a first connecting component 32, and a first contact component 33, the first drive component 31 is connected to the mounting bracket 10, the first connecting component 32 connects the first drive component 31 and the first contact component 33, the first drive component 31 is used to drive the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 to translate synchronously along the first direction Y, and the first contact component 33 is used to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate, so that the stroke of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 is shorter, thus avoiding long-distance round trips, reducing the size of the first translation mechanism 30 in the first direction Y, and making the structure of the first translation mechanism 30 more compact.

[0053] Please refer to Figure 3 The first translation mechanism 30 also includes a first guide component 34, which includes a first guide member 341 and a first sliding member 342. The first sliding member 342 and the first guide member 341 are slidably connected. The first guide member 341 is connected to the mounting bracket 10. The first connecting component 32 is connected to the first sliding member 342.

[0054] Specifically, the aforementioned first connecting rod 321 extends along the second direction X, and the first guide component 34 and the first drive component 31 are spaced apart in the second direction X to provide multiple support points spaced apart in the second direction X for the first connecting rod 321, so that the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 will not deviate or jam when they translate synchronously along the first direction Y.

[0055] In one implementation method, please refer to Figure 3 The first guide component 34 is disposed on the side of the first connecting rod 321 near the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y. The first guide component 34 is connected to the first connector 322 in the second direction X. The first connector 322 is connected to the first connecting rod 321 in the third direction Z. That is, the first connecting rod 321 is suspended on the first guide component 34, which reduces the space occupied by the first translation mechanism 30 in the first direction Y and the second direction X. In another embodiment, the first guide component 34 is located on one side of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 in the second direction X, which reduces the space occupied by the first translation mechanism 30 in the first direction Y and the third direction Z.

[0056] By setting a first guide component 34, which includes a first guide member 341 and a first sliding member 342, the first sliding member 342 and the first guide member 341 are slidably connected. The first guide member 341 is connected to the mounting bracket 10. The first connecting component 32 is connected to the first sliding member 342, so that the first connecting component 32 can translate along the first direction Y under the limiting action of the first guide component 34, and is less prone to deviation and jamming, thereby improving the motion stability of the workpiece 20000 when translating along the first direction Y.

[0057] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 There are multiple first drive components 31 and multiple first guide components 34. The multiple first drive components 31 and multiple first guide components 34 are arranged alternately in the second direction X. The support mechanism 20 and the adjacent first drive components 31 and first guide components 34 enclose an unloading position 23. The unloading position 23 is used to receive the workpiece 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect. There are multiple first contact components 33. The multiple first contact components 33 are arranged at intervals in the second direction X. Each unloading position 23 corresponds to at least one first contact component 33.

[0058] In one embodiment, the first connecting component 32 includes a first connecting rod 321 that extends along a second direction X, spans multiple unloading positions 23 in the second direction X, and is connected to multiple first driving components 31 and multiple first guiding components 34.

[0059] In another embodiment, the first connector 322 includes a plurality of first connecting rods 321, which are respectively arranged in a plurality of unloading positions 23. Each first connecting rod 321 is connected to a first driving component 31 and a first guiding component 34. Each first connecting rod 321 is connected to at least one first contact component 33. Each first connecting rod 321 is used to move synchronously or independently under the drive of the corresponding first driving component 31.

[0060] By setting multiple first drive components 31 and multiple first guide components 34, which are arranged alternately in the second direction X, the support mechanism 20 and the adjacent first drive components 31 and first guide components 34 enclose a discharge position 23 for receiving workpieces 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect. There are multiple first contact components 33, which are arranged at intervals in the second direction X. Each discharge position 23 corresponds to at least one first contact component 33, so that the first translation mechanism 30 can perform unloading operations on multiple workpieces 20000, thereby improving the unloading speed and working efficiency of the unloading device 100.

[0061] Please refer to Figure 3 The second translation mechanism 40 includes a second drive component 41, a second connecting component 42, and a second contact component 43. The second drive component 41 is connected to the mounting bracket 10. The second connecting component 42 connects the second drive component 41 and the second contact component 43. The second drive component 41 is used to drive the second connecting component 42 and the second contact component 43 to translate synchronously along the first direction Y. The second contact component 43 is used to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate.

[0062] Specifically, the second drive component 41 is connected above the first drive component 31 in the third direction Z, and the second connection component 42 is connected above the second drive component 41 in the third direction Z, so that the first connection component 32 and the second connection component 42 will not interfere when they translate, and the space occupied by the feeding device 100 in the first direction Y and the second direction X is reduced.

[0063] The second connecting component 42 includes a second connecting rod 421 and a second connecting member 422. The second connecting rod 421 is connected to the second driving component 41 through the second connecting member 422. The second contact component 43 is connected to the second connecting rod 421. The structure of the second connecting component 42 is similar to that of the first connecting component 32, and can be referred to without further description.

[0064] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 3 The second contact component 43 has a clearance position and a working position. When the second contact component 43 is in the clearance position, the second contact component 43 is spaced apart from the workpiece 20000. When the second contact component 43 is in the working position, the second contact component 43 is used to contact the workpiece 20000 to drive the workpiece to move.

[0065] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 3 The second contact component 43 includes a push drive 433 and a push manipulator 434. One end of the push drive 433 is connected to the second connection component 42, and the other end is connected to the push manipulator 434. The push drive 433 is used to drive the push manipulator 434 to move to an avoidance position or a working position.

[0066] When the push-back robot 434 is in the avoidance position, there is a gap between the push-back robot 434 and the workpiece 20000. When the push-back robot 434 is in the working position, the push-back robot 434 is used to contact the workpiece 20000 to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate.

[0067] Specifically, when the push-back manipulator 434 is in the avoidance position, it is positioned above the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 in the third direction Z to avoid interference with the push-back manipulator 434 during synchronous translation of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33. When the push-back manipulator 434 is in the working position, it is flush with the workpiece 20000 in the third direction Z, and is positioned on the side of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 closer to the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y, so that the push-back manipulator 434 can contact the workpiece 20000 and will not interfere with the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 when it moves the workpiece 20000.

[0068] Optionally, the push-back drive 433 is used to drive the push-back manipulator 434 to perform at least one of the following movements: lifting, rotating, and translating. In one embodiment, the push-back drive 433 is used to drive the push-back manipulator 434 to perform a lifting movement along a third direction Z. Optionally, the push-back manipulator 434 is provided with cushioning elements or rolling elements 332 made of rubber, silicone, nylon, etc., for contacting the workpiece 20000, so as to avoid wear and tear on the workpiece 20000 by the push-back manipulator 434.

[0069] By setting the second contact component 43 to include a push drive 433 and a push manipulator 434, the push drive 433 is connected between the second connection component 42 and the push manipulator 434. The push drive 433 is used to drive the push manipulator 434 to move to an avoidance position or a working position, so that when the push manipulator 434 is in the avoidance position, it can provide space for the operation of the first translation mechanism 30 to avoid interference. When the push manipulator 434 is in the working position, it can drive the workpiece 20000 to translate, so that the first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 are compactly arranged while avoiding motion interference.

[0070] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 3 The push-back manipulator 434 includes a push-back connector 4341 and a push-back contact 4342. The push-back connector 4341 is connected to the push-back drive 433, and the push-back contact 4342 is rotatably connected to the push-back connector 4341. The push-back contact 4342 is rotatable about an axis extending along a second direction X. The push-back contact 4342 is used to contact the workpiece 20000. The first direction Y intersects the second direction X. Specifically, the push-back connector 4341 and the push-back contact 4342 are rotatably connected by a hinge 4343. The hinge 4343 is disposed on the upper surface of the push-back contact 4342 and the push-back connector 4341 in the third direction Z. When the push-back contact 4342 is in the initial position relative to the push-back connector 4341, the push-back contact 4342 and the push-back connector 4341 abut against each other in the first direction Y. During the process of pushing the workpiece 20000 onto the conveying device by the push contact 4342, when the lower surface of the push contact 4342 in the third direction Z is lower than the surface of the conveying device used to support the workpiece 20000, the push contact 4342 can rotate upward around the hinge 4343 under the guidance of the guide structure of the conveying device to avoid motion interference.

[0071] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 3 The second contact component 43 also includes a second push drive 431 and a second push manipulator 432. One end of the second push drive 431 is connected to the second connection component 42, and the other end is connected to the second push manipulator 432. The push manipulator 434 is located on the side of the second push manipulator 432 in the first direction Y, close to the second end 22. The second push drive 431 is used to drive the second push manipulator 432 to move to the avoidance position or the working position.

[0072] When the second push robot 432 is in the avoidance position, there is a gap between the second push robot 432 and the workpiece 20000. When the second push robot 432 is in the working position, the second push robot 432 is used to contact the workpiece 20000 to drive the workpiece 20000 to translate.

[0073] Specifically, when the second-push manipulator 432 is in the avoidance position, it is positioned above the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 in the third direction Z to avoid interference with the second-push manipulator 432 during synchronous translation. When the second-push manipulator 432 is in the working position, it is flush with the workpiece 20000 in the third direction Z, and is positioned on the side of the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 closer to the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y, so that the second-push manipulator 432 can contact the workpiece 20000 and will not interfere with the first connecting component 32 and the first contact component 33 when translating the workpiece 20000.

[0074] Optionally, the second-push drive 431 is used to drive the second-push manipulator 432 to perform at least one of the following movements: lifting, rotating, and translating. In one embodiment, the second-push drive 431 is used to drive the second-push manipulator 432 to perform lifting motion along a third direction Z. Optionally, the second-push manipulator 432 is provided with cushioning parts or rolling parts 332 such as rubber, silicone, and nylon for contacting the workpiece 20000, so as to avoid wear of the workpiece 20000 by the second-push manipulator 432.

[0075] When the first translation mechanism 30 moves the workpiece 20000, both the second push manipulator 432 and the rear push manipulator 434 are in the avoidance position. When the second translation mechanism 40 moves the workpiece 20000, one of the second push manipulator 432 and the rear push manipulator 434 is in the avoidance position, and the other is in the working position. The one in the working position is used to contact the workpiece 20000 and move the workpiece 20000.

[0076] The second contact assembly 43 also includes a second push drive 431 and a second push manipulator 432. The second push drive 431 is connected between the second connection assembly 42 and the second push manipulator 432. The second push manipulator 434 is located on the side of the second push manipulator 432 in the first direction Y, close to the second end 22. The second push drive 431 is used to drive the second push manipulator 432 to move to the avoidance position or the working position, so that the stroke of the second translation mechanism 40 is further shortened, thereby further reducing the size of the first translation mechanism 30 and the second translation mechanism 40 in the first direction Y, improving the feeding speed of the feeding device 100 while making the structure of the feeding device 100 more compact.

[0077] For a detailed implementation, please refer to Figure 3 The two-push manipulator 432 includes a two-push connector 4321 and a two-push contact 4322. Both ends of the two-push connector 4321 are connected to the two-push drive 431 and the two-push contact 4322, respectively. The two-push contact 4322 has a plate-like structure. When in the working position, the two-push contact 4322 can extend into the gap between the first translation mechanism 30 and the workpiece 20000. This allows the two-push contact 4322 to extend under the drive of the two-push drive 431 to below the aforementioned rear-push manipulator 434 in the third direction Z, ensuring that when the two-push manipulator 432 contacts the workpiece 20000, there is no interference between the workpiece 20000 and the rear-push manipulator 434.

[0078] In one embodiment, the second-push manipulator 432 is in the working position, and the rear-push manipulator 434 is in the avoidance position. The second-push manipulator 432 drives the workpiece 20000 to translate from the first end 21 to the second end 22 and then to the outside of the support mechanism 20.

[0079] In another embodiment, the rear pusher 434 is in the working position, and the second pusher 432 is in the avoidance position. The rear pusher 434 drives the workpiece 20000 to translate from the first end 21 to the second end 22 and then to the outside of the support mechanism 20.

[0080] In another embodiment, the second pusher 432 is in the working position, and the rear pusher 434 is in the avoidance position. The second pusher 432 moves the workpiece 20000 from the first end 21 to between the first end 21 and the second end 22 and then returns to the avoidance position. The rear pusher 434 moves from the avoidance position to the working position and moves the workpiece 20000 to the second end 22 and then to the outside of the support mechanism 20.

[0081] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The second translation mechanism 40 also includes a second guide assembly 44, which includes a second guide member 441 and a second sliding member 442. The second sliding member 442 is slidably connected to the second guide member 441. The second guide member 441 is connected to the mounting bracket 10, and the second sliding member 442 is connected to the second connecting assembly 42.

[0082] Specifically, the aforementioned second connecting rod 421 extends along the second direction X, and the second guide component 44 and the second drive component 41 are spaced apart in the second direction X to provide multiple support points spaced apart in the second direction X for the second connecting rod 421, so that the second connecting component 42 and the second contact component 43 will not deviate or jam when they translate synchronously along the first direction Y.

[0083] In one implementation method, please refer to Figure 3The second guide component 44 is disposed on the side of the second connecting rod 421 near the support mechanism 20 in the first direction Y. The second guide component 44 is connected to the second connecting member 422 in the second direction X, and the second connecting member 422 is connected to the second connecting rod 421 in the third direction Z. That is, the second connecting rod 421 is suspended on the second guide component 44, reducing the space occupied by the second translation mechanism 40 in the first direction Y and the second direction X. In another embodiment, the second guide component 44 is located on one side of the second connecting component 42 and the second contact component 43 in the second direction X, reducing the space occupied by the second translation mechanism 40 in the first direction Y and the third direction Z.

[0084] By setting a second guide component 44, which includes a second guide member 441 and a second sliding member 442, the second sliding member 442 is slidably connected to the second guide member 441. The second guide member 441 is connected to the mounting bracket 10, and the second sliding member 442 is connected to the second connecting component 42. This allows the second connecting component 42 to translate along the first direction Y under the limiting action of the second guide component 44, making it less prone to deviation and jamming, thereby improving the motion stability of the workpiece 20000 when translating along the first direction Y.

[0085] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 There are multiple second drive components 41 and multiple second guide components 44. The multiple second drive components 41 are spaced apart from each other in the second direction X, and each second drive component 41 has at least one second guide component 44 on both sides in the second direction X. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect.

[0086] In one embodiment, the second connecting component 42 includes a second connecting rod 421 that extends along a second direction X, spans multiple aforementioned unloading positions 23 in the second direction X, and is connected to multiple second driving components 41 and multiple second guiding components 44.

[0087] In another embodiment, the second connector 422 includes a plurality of second connecting rods 421, which are respectively arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of unloading positions 23. Each second connecting rod 421 is connected to a second driving component 41 and a second guiding component 44. Each second connecting rod 421 is connected to at least one second contact component 43. Each second connecting rod 421 is used to move synchronously or independently under the drive of the corresponding second driving component 41.

[0088] By setting multiple second drive components 41 and multiple second guide components 44, with the multiple second drive components 41 arranged at intervals in the second direction X, and each second drive component 41 having at least one second guide component 44 on both sides in the second direction X, and the first direction Y and the second direction X intersecting, the second translation mechanism 40 can perform unloading operations on multiple workpieces 20000, thereby improving the unloading speed and working efficiency of the unloading device 100.

[0089] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The support mechanism 20 includes multiple support members 24, which are spaced apart from each other in the second direction X. At least two adjacent support members 24 are used to support the same workpiece 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect. There are multiple second contact components 43, which are arranged one-to-one with the multiple support members 24.

[0090] Specifically, multiple second contact components 43 are arranged one-to-one above multiple support members 24 in the third direction Z. When the push manipulator 432 or push manipulator 434 of the second contact components 43 is in the working position, the one in the working position is directly opposite the support member 24 in the third direction Z and has a gap in the third direction Z. Among them, the multiple support members 24 for supporting the same workpiece 20000 and the corresponding multiple second contact components 43 are all arranged in one of the aforementioned unloading positions 23.

[0091] By setting the support mechanism 20 to include multiple support members 24, which are spaced apart from each other in the second direction X, the support members 24 are used to support the workpiece 20000. The first direction Y and the second direction X intersect. There are multiple second contact components 43, which are arranged one-to-one with the multiple support members 24, so that each workpiece 20000 can be placed on the uniform support surface formed by the multiple support members 24, which improves the static stability of the workpiece 20000 on the support mechanism 20. At the same time, each support member 24 is provided with a corresponding second contact component 43, so that each workpiece 20000 is driven synchronously at multiple points, which improves the motion stability of the workpiece 20000.

[0092] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship of the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer" and other indicators are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0093] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application. Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes for implementing the above embodiments and equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of this application are still within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A feeding device, characterized in that, include: Mounting rack; A support mechanism is disposed on the mounting frame, the support mechanism including a first end and a second end opposite to each other in a first direction, the support mechanism being used to support the workpiece; The first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism are both mounted on the mounting frame. Both the first translation mechanism and the second translation mechanism are used to drive the workpiece to translate along the first direction. The first translation mechanism is used to move the workpiece from the first end into the support mechanism, and the second translation mechanism is used to move the workpiece from the second end out of the support mechanism.

2. The feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first translation mechanism includes a first driving component, a first connecting component, and a first contact component. The first driving component is connected to the mounting bracket, and the first connecting component connects the first driving component and the first contact component. The first driving component is used to drive the first connecting component and the first contact component to translate synchronously along the first direction, and the first contact component is used to drive the workpiece to translate.

3. The feeding device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first translation mechanism further includes a first guide assembly, which includes a first guide member and a first slider member. The first slider member and the first guide member are slidably connected. The first guide member is connected to the mounting bracket, and the first connecting assembly is connected to the first slider member.

4. The feeding device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support mechanism has multiple unloading positions, which are arranged sequentially in a second direction. Each unloading position is used to receive a workpiece, and each unloading position is provided with at least one first contact component. The first direction and the second direction intersect.

5. The feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second translation mechanism includes a second drive component, a second connecting component, and a second contact component. The second drive component is connected to the mounting bracket, and the second connecting component connects the second drive component and the second contact component. The second drive component is used to drive the second connecting component and the second contact component to translate synchronously along the first direction, and the second contact component is used to drive the workpiece to translate.

6. The feeding device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second contact component has a clearance position and a working position. When the second contact component is in the clearance position, the second contact component is spaced apart from the workpiece. When the second contact component is in the working position, the second contact component is used to contact the workpiece to drive the workpiece to translate.

7. The feeding device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second contact component includes a push-back drive and a push-back manipulator. One end of the push-back drive is connected to the second connection component, and the other end is connected to the push-back manipulator. The push-back drive is used to drive the push-back manipulator to move to the avoidance position or the working position.

8. The feeding device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The push-back manipulator includes a push-back connector and a push-back contact. The push-back connector is connected to the push-back drive, and the push-back contact is rotatably connected to the push-back connector. The push-back contact can rotate about an axis extending along a second direction. The push-back contact is used to contact the workpiece. The first direction intersects the second direction.

9. The feeding device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second contact component includes a two-push drive and a two-push manipulator. One end of the two-push drive is connected to the second connection component, and the other end is connected to the two-push manipulator. The push manipulator is located on the side of the two-push manipulator closer to the second end in the first direction. The two-push drive is used to drive the two-push manipulator to move to the avoidance position or the working position.

10. The feeding device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The two-push manipulator includes a two-push connector and a two-push contact. The two ends of the two-push connector are respectively connected to the two-push drive and the two-push contact. The two-push contact has a plate-like structure. When the two-push contact is in the working position, it can extend into the gap between the first translation mechanism and the workpiece.

11. A loading and unloading system, characterized in that, It includes a feeding device, a lifting device, a conveying device, and a discharging device as described in any one of claims 1-10. The discharging device and the feeding device are both connected to the lifting device. The lifting device is used to drive the discharging device and the feeding device to move up and down, so that the discharging device and the feeding device can respectively dock with the conveying device.

12. A PCB processing equipment, characterized in that, It includes a machine tool and a machining table, wherein the machining table is movably connected to the machine tool; The PCB processing equipment further includes a blanking device as described in any one of claims 1-10, wherein the blanking device is disposed on the machine tool and is capable of exchanging workpieces with the processing table; Alternatively, the PCB processing equipment may further include the loading and unloading system as described in claim 11, wherein the lifting device is connected to the machine tool and is capable of driving the unloading device and the loading device to move up and down relative to the machine tool, so that the unloading device and the loading device can exchange workpieces with the processing table.

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