An automated connection device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic connection device belongs to industrial automation technical field, and this connection device includes first connecting plate and second connecting plate, is set up with a plurality of first placing groove on the first connecting plate, and the first placing groove is used for placing the plug, is set up with a plurality of second placing groove on the second connecting plate, and the second placing groove is used for placing the trachea, and the first connecting plate is coaxially connected with the second connecting plate, makes the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate synchronous rotation, still includes push assembly, and push assembly and the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate synchronous rotation, when push assembly rotates, can push the trachea to the plug direction movement, until the trachea and the plug plug in. The utility model changes the manual operation into mechanical automatic operation, and through first connecting plate and second connecting plate fixed plug and trachea respectively, and through push assembly automatic completion plug in, completely get rid of the dependence on artificial, improves production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of industrial automation technology, and in particular relates to an automated connection device. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial automation, the quick and reliable connection of tubing to plugs is a common and important operation. For example, on medical device assembly lines, it is often necessary to precisely insert multiple flexible tubing into corresponding plug interfaces.

[0003] Currently, this connection method mainly relies on manual operation, where operators manually align the air tube and insert the plug. This method has significant drawbacks: First, it is inefficient and cannot meet the needs of large-scale automated production; second, it is difficult to maintain consistent insertion force and depth, which may result in some connections being too loose and leaking air, or too tight and damaging components, leading to poor quality stability; third, prolonged repetitive operation can easily cause operator fatigue, further affecting product quality and production efficiency.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need to design an automated connection device to solve the problems mentioned above. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automated connection device that is efficient, automated, and can ensure the stable and reliable quality of each connection point, thus solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the specific technical solution of the automated connection device of this utility model is as follows: An automated connection device includes a first connection plate and a second connection plate. The first connection plate has a plurality of first placement slots for placing plugs, and the second connection plate has a plurality of second placement slots for placing air tubes. The first connection plate and the second connection plate are coaxially connected so that the first connection plate and the second connection plate rotate synchronously. It also includes a pushing component, which rotates synchronously with the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. When the pushing component rotates, it can push the air tube towards the plug until the air tube is plugged into the plug.

[0007] Furthermore, it also includes a drive assembly, which includes a motor. The output end of the motor is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft. The rotating shaft is fixedly connected to a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate, and the drive assembly rotates synchronously with the rotating shaft.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a fixing plate, on which a cam is fixedly connected. The pushing component is controlled by the cam to push the air tube towards the plug.

[0009] Furthermore, the cam includes a horizontal section and a convex section. The two ends of the horizontal section are connected to the two ends of the convex section. The midpoint of the convex section is the highest point of the convex section, and the two ends of the convex section are the lowest points of the convex section.

[0010] Furthermore, the pushing component includes a third connecting plate, on which multiple push rods are provided. The multiple push rods can slide relative to the third connecting plate. One end of the multiple push rods contacts the cam. When the push rod contacts the protruding section, the end of the push rod away from the cam pushes the air tube to move towards the plug until the air tube is inserted into the plug.

[0011] Furthermore, the third connecting plate has multiple sliding grooves, and the third connecting plate is slidably connected to the push rod through the sliding grooves.

[0012] Furthermore, a bracket is fixedly connected to the push rod, and a movable wheel is provided on the bracket. The push rod contacts the cam through the movable wheel.

[0013] Furthermore, a spring is fitted on the push rod, with both ends of the spring fixedly connected to the third connecting plate and the bracket, respectively. When the push rod rotates from the lowest point to the highest point of the protrusion, the spring is compressed and accumulates elastic force, pushing the air tube towards the plug. When the push rod rotates from the highest point to the lowest point of the protrusion, the elastic force of the spring is released, causing the push rod to return to its original position.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a sliding plate, where the connected air tubes and plugs are separated from the first and second placement slots by gravity and fall onto the sliding plate.

[0015] Furthermore, it also includes a limiting part, which is sleeved outside the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. The limiting part has an opening, and the inserted air tube and plug slide out of the opening due to gravity.

[0016] This utility model has the following advantages: This automated connection device transforms manual operation into mechanical automated operation. The plug and air tube are fixed by the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate respectively, and the connection is automatically completed by pushing the component, completely eliminating the dependence on manual labor and improving production efficiency. Moreover, the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are coaxially connected and rotate synchronously, so that each plug and the air tube on its movement trajectory always maintain a precise alignment relationship, solving the problems of misalignment and crooked insertion that may occur in manual operation, and ensuring the initial accuracy of the connection from the structure. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the connecting device of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hidden worktable of the connecting device of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second connecting plate and the air pipe delivery part of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first connecting plate and the plug conveying part of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the air tube driven by the pushing component of this utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the push assembly and cam of this utility model; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the trachea and plug of this utility model; The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Air tube; 2. Plug; 3. Second connecting plate; 31. Second placement slot; 32. Limiting part; 33. Air tube delivery part; 4. First connecting plate; 41. First placement slot; 42. Plug delivery part; 5. Motor; 51. Rotating shaft; 6. Fixing plate; 61. Cam; 611. Horizontal section; 612. Protruding section; 7. Pushing assembly; 71. Third connecting plate; 72. Push rod; 73. Spring; 74. Bracket; 75. Moving wheel; 8. Vibrator; 9. Worktable; 91. Sliding plate. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0019] Those skilled in the art will understand that although some embodiments herein include certain features included in other embodiments but not others, combinations of features from different embodiments are intended to be within the scope of this invention and form different embodiments. For example, in the claims, any of the claimed embodiments can be used in any combination.

[0020] The following is a reference to the appendix. Figure 1 To be continued Figure 7 This invention describes an automated connection device.

[0021] Currently, the connection between the air tube and the plug mainly relies on manual operation, with operators manually aligning the air tube and inserting it into the plug. This method has obvious drawbacks: First, it is inefficient and cannot meet the needs of large-scale automated production; second, it is difficult to maintain consistent insertion force and depth, which may result in some connections being too loose and leaking air, or too tight and damaging components, leading to poor quality stability; third, prolonged repetitive operation can easily cause operator fatigue, further affecting product quality and production efficiency.

[0022] Therefore, this automated connection device includes a workbench 9, on which a first connecting plate 4 and a second connecting plate 3 are provided. The first connecting plate 4 has multiple first placement slots 41 for placing the plug 2. The second connecting plate 3 has multiple second placement slots 31 for placing the air tube 1. The first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3 are coaxially connected so that the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3 rotate synchronously. The workbench 9 is provided with a pushing component 7, which rotates synchronously with the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3. When the pushing component 7 rotates, it can push the air tube 1 towards the plug 2 until the air tube 1 is inserted into the plug 2.

[0023] This automated connection device transforms manual operation into mechanized automation. The plug 2 and air tube 1 are fixed by the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3 respectively, and the insertion is automatically completed by pushing the component 7. This completely eliminates reliance on manual labor, resulting in a significant leap in production efficiency. Furthermore, the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3 are coaxially connected and rotate synchronously, ensuring that each plug 2 and the air tube 1 along its trajectory maintain a precise alignment. This solves problems such as misalignment and misalignment that may occur in manual operation, structurally guaranteeing the initial accuracy of the insertion. Simultaneously, this device adopts a rotary rather than linear reciprocating design, enabling continuous assembly line operation. Material is loaded on one side of the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3, while insertion and unloading are completed on the other side. This design concept greatly improves the throughput and continuous operation capability of the equipment.

[0024] Since the airway 1 is relatively long, the number of second connecting plates 3 is preferably two. The two second connecting plates 3 support both ends of the airway 1 to prevent the airway 1 from tilting. In other embodiments of this utility model, the number of second connecting plates 3 can also be other numbers, as long as it can ensure that the airway 1 does not tilt and the second connecting plates 3 rotate synchronously.

[0025] The worktable 9 is equipped with a drive assembly, which includes a motor 5. The output end of the motor 5 is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft 51. The rotating shaft 51 is also fixedly connected to the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3. The push assembly 7 rotates synchronously with the rotating shaft 51. By driving the first connecting plate 4, the second connecting plate 3 and the push assembly 7 simultaneously through one rotating shaft 51, the phase relationship between all moving parts is completely fixed, avoiding the synchronization error that may occur when using multiple drivers. The structure is simple and reliable.

[0026] A fixed plate 6 is fixedly connected to the workbench 9, and a cam 61 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 6. The push assembly 7 is controlled by the cam 61 to push the air tube 1 towards the plug 2. The fixed cam 61 cooperates with the rotating push assembly 7, and cleverly uses relative motion to provide a precise motion law for the push rod 72, so that the rotating push assembly 7 can realize the reciprocating action of approaching, pushing and retracting.

[0027] The fixed plate 6 is equipped with a bearing, and the rotating shaft 51 is rotatably connected to the worktable 9 through the bearing. The fixed plate 6 and the bearing support the rotating shaft 51 to prevent the rotating shaft 51 from tilting.

[0028] Cam 61 includes a horizontal section 611 and a protruding section 612. The two ends of the horizontal section 611 are connected to the two ends of the protruding section 612. The midpoint of the protruding section 612 is the highest point of the protruding section 612, and the two ends of the protruding section 612 are the lowest points of the protruding section 612. The horizontal section 611 corresponds to the stationary or safe stroke section of the push rod 72. During this stage, the air tube 1 and the plug 2 are in a ready or transport state and will not be pushed accidentally. The protruding section 612 corresponds to the working stroke section and is specifically used to push the plug. This design clearly separates the preparation action and the working action in time and space, ensuring the stability and reliability of the operation.

[0029] The pushing assembly 7 includes a third connecting plate 71, on which a plurality of push rods 72 are provided. The plurality of push rods 72 can slide relative to the third connecting plate 71. One end of the plurality of push rods 72 contacts the cam 61. When the push rod 72 contacts the protruding section 612, the end of the push rod 72 away from the cam 61 pushes the air tube 1 toward the plug 2 until the air tube 1 is inserted into the plug 2. Specifically, the third connecting plate 71 is provided with a plurality of sliding grooves, and the third connecting plate 71 is slidably connected to the push rods 72 through the sliding grooves.

[0030] A bracket 74 is fixedly connected to the push rod 72. A movable wheel 75 is provided on the bracket 74. The push rod 72 contacts the cam 61 through the movable wheel 75, changing the sliding friction between the push rod 72 and the cam 61 to the rolling friction between the movable wheel 75 and the cam 61. This significantly reduces wear and noise during the movement, making the pushing action smoother and more fluid. It also improves the service life and reliability of the entire device.

[0031] A spring 73 is fitted onto the push rod 72. The two ends of the spring 73 are fixedly connected to the third connecting plate 71 and the bracket 74, respectively. When the push rod 72 rotates from the lowest point to the highest point of the protruding section 612, the spring 73 is compressed and accumulates elastic force, pushing the air tube 1 towards the plug 2. When the push rod 72 rotates from the highest point to the lowest point of the protruding section 612, the elastic force of the spring 73 is released, allowing the push rod 72 to return to its original position. The spring 73 can provide thrust, ensuring that the push rod 72 can automatically and reliably retract after passing the highest point of the protruding section 612, disengaging from the air tube 1 and preparing for the next working cycle. During the insertion process, the spring 73 is compressed, and its elastic force will continue to act on the air tube 1, ensuring that the insertion is in place and maintaining a stable contact force.

[0032] The workbench 9 is equipped with a sliding plate 91. The air pipe 1 and plug 2, after being connected, are separated from the first placement slot 41 and the second placement slot 31 by gravity and fall onto the sliding plate 91.

[0033] A limiting part 32 is fixedly connected to the workbench 9. The limiting part 32 is sleeved outside the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3. The limiting part 32 has an opening. The air tube 1 and plug 2, after being inserted, slide out of the opening due to gravity.

[0034] The workbench 9 is provided with an air tube delivery section 33. The end of the air tube delivery section 33 is located above the second connecting plate 3, and a first gap is provided between the end of the air tube delivery section 33 and the second connecting plate 3 to avoid interference with the air tube delivery section 33 when the second connecting plate 3 rotates. The first gap is smaller than the diameter of the air tube 1, so that the air tube 1 will not slide out of the air tube delivery section 33 through the first gap. When the second placement groove 31 faces the air tube delivery section 33 and is located on the same vertical line as the air tube delivery section 33, the air tube 1 in the air tube delivery section 33 falls into the second placement groove 31.

[0035] The workbench 9 is provided with a plug conveying section 42. The end of the plug conveying section 42 is located above the first connecting plate 4, and a second gap is provided between the end of the plug conveying section 42 and the first connecting plate 4 to avoid interference with the plug conveying section 42 when the first connecting plate 4 rotates. The second gap is smaller than the diameter of the plug 2, so that the plug 2 will not slide out of the plug conveying section 42 through the second gap. When the first placement groove 41 faces the plug conveying section 42 and is located on the same vertical line as the plug conveying section 42, the plug 2 in the plug conveying section 42 falls into the first placement groove 41.

[0036] The workbench 9 is also equipped with a vibrator 8, which is connected to the air pipe conveying unit 33 and the plug conveying unit 42 to convey materials through vibration-assisted air pipe and plug.

[0037] The operating steps of this connection device are as follows: S1. Automatic feeding Air pipe 1 feeding: Air pipe 1 is continuously supplied through air pipe conveying section 33. When the second placement groove 31 on the second connecting plate 3 rotates to directly below the end of the air pipe conveying section 33, air pipe 1 is drawn into the second placement groove 31 from the conveying section by gravity. Since the first gap between the end of the air pipe conveying section 33 and the second connecting plate 3 is smaller than the diameter of air pipe 1, air pipe 1 is accurately guided into the placement groove and will not accidentally slip out.

[0038] Plug 2 feeding: Similar to the air pipe 1 feeding, plug 2 is supplied through plug conveying part 42. When the first placement groove 41 on the first connecting plate 4 rotates to directly below the end of plug conveying part 42, plug 2 falls into the first placement groove 41. The design of the second gap also ensures the smooth and accurate positioning of plug 2.

[0039] S2, Synchronous Rotation and Preparation The motor 5 of the drive component starts, driving the rotating shaft 51 to rotate. The rotating shaft 51 synchronously drives the first connecting plate 4, the second connecting plate 3, and the third connecting plate 71 of the push component 7 to rotate together. At this time, the air pipe 1 and plug 2, which have been loaded, enter the rotation and transportation stage along with the connecting plate. In the initial stage of rotation, the moving wheel 75 at the end of the push rod 72 rolls on the horizontal section 611 of the cam 61. The push rod 72 remains in the retracted state and does not apply thrust to the air pipe 1. This is the safety preparation stroke.

[0040] S3, Push and Connect When the connecting plate carrying the air tube 1 and the plug 2 rotates to the preset insertion position, the moving wheel 75 of the push rod 72 begins to contact and enter the protruding section 612 of the cam 61. As the rotating shaft 51 continues to rotate, the protruding section 612 pushes the push rod 72 towards the plug 2. The push rod 72 slides in the groove of the third connecting plate 71, overcoming the elastic force of the spring 73, so that its other end pushes the air tube 1 towards the fixed plug 2 until it is inserted into place.

[0041] S4. Reset and Disengagement After the insertion action is completed, the moving wheel 75 of the push rod 72 passes the highest point of the protruding section 612 and begins to move towards the lowest point of the protruding section 612. At this time, the compressed spring 73 releases its elastic force, pushing the bracket 74 and the push rod 72 to retract towards the center, so that they are separated from the air tube 1 assembly that has been inserted, in preparation for the next working cycle.

[0042] S5, Automatic Feeding As the connecting plate continues to rotate, the already connected air tube 1 and plug 2 assembly automatically detaches from the first placement groove 41 and the second placement groove 31 under the action of gravity when it rotates to the opening position of the limiting part 32. The detached assembly falls onto the sliding plate 91 and slides out of the device along the sliding plate 91, completing the entire automated connection and unloading process.

[0043] S6, Cyclic Continuation While the air pipe 1 and plug 2 are connected, the feeding stations of the first connecting plate 4 and the second connecting plate 3 are constantly receiving new air pipes 1 and plugs 2. The entire device runs continuously in a cycle, achieving efficient assembly line operation.

[0044] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automated connection device, characterized in that, It includes a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate. The first connecting plate has multiple first placement slots for placing a plug. The second connecting plate has multiple second placement slots for placing an air tube. The first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are coaxially connected so that the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate rotate synchronously. It also includes a pushing component, which rotates synchronously with the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. When the pushing component rotates, it can push the air tube towards the plug until the air tube is plugged into the plug.

2. The automated connection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a drive assembly, which includes a motor. The output end of the motor is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft. The rotating shaft is also fixedly connected to a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate, and the drive assembly rotates synchronously with the rotating shaft.

3. The automated connection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a fixing plate with a cam fixedly connected to it. The pushing component is controlled by the cam to push the air tube towards the plug.

4. The automated connection device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cam consists of a horizontal section and a convex section. The two ends of the horizontal section are connected to the two ends of the convex section. The midpoint of the convex section is the highest point of the convex section, and the two ends of the convex section are the lowest points of the convex section.

5. The automated connection device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The pushing assembly includes a third connecting plate with multiple push rods that can slide relative to the third connecting plate. One end of each push rod contacts a cam. When a push rod contacts a protruding section, the end of the push rod away from the cam pushes the air tube toward the plug until the air tube is inserted into the plug.

6. The automated connection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The third connecting plate has multiple sliding grooves, and the third connecting plate is slidably connected to the push rod through the sliding grooves.

7. The automated connection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, A bracket is fixedly connected to the push rod, and a movable wheel is provided on the bracket. The push rod contacts the cam through the movable wheel.

8. The automated connection device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A spring is fitted on the push rod, and the two ends of the spring are fixedly connected to the third connecting plate and the bracket, respectively. When the push rod rotates from the lowest point to the highest point of the protrusion, the spring is compressed and accumulates elastic force, and the push rod pushes the air tube to move towards the plug. When the push rod rotates from the highest point to the lowest point of the protrusion, the elastic force of the spring is released, and the push rod returns to its original position.

9. The automated connection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a sliding plate. The connected air tube and plug are separated from the first and second placement slots by gravity and fall onto the sliding plate.

10. The automated connection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a limiting part, which is sleeved outside the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. The limiting part has an opening, and the connected air tube and plug slide out of the opening due to gravity.

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