Automatic turnover mechanism for pipelining

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic turnover mechanism for assembly line operation belongs to industrial automation technical field, aims at solving the problem of existing assembly line turnover mode and stability, the insufficient problem of detection accuracy, realizes product automatic accurate turnover. The mechanism includes the support frame of acrossing assembly line, response module and turnover module, response module contains assembly line baffle, product inductor, inductor drive cylinder and first connecting rod, can dynamic adjustment response position, turnover module contains control unit, forward movement cylinder, rotary cylinder, lift cylinder, mounting bracket, vacuum chuck and suction nozzle bearing plate, and rotary cylinder is connected through third connecting rod and support frame. Control unit can dynamic setting each cylinder operating parameter, realizes product detection, grabbing, translation, turnover, unloading full automation through each module cooperation. The utility model improves production efficiency, reduces manual cost, adapts to multiple products, satisfies flexible production.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of industrial automation technology, and more specifically to an automatic flipping mechanism for assembly line operations. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial production, assembly line operations are a crucial means of improving production efficiency. In many production stages, products need to be flipped on the assembly line for further processing, inspection, or packaging. Traditionally, product flipping relies heavily on manual operation, which suffers from low efficiency, high labor intensity, potential product damage or contamination, and difficulty in ensuring consistent flipping posture. While some automatic flipping devices exist on the market, they are often complex in structure, inconvenient to adjust, and lack adaptability, failing to quickly adapt to products of different sizes, shapes, or flipping requirements, thus failing to meet the demands of flexible production. Therefore, developing an automatic flipping mechanism with a reasonable structure, precise movements, convenient adjustment, and strong adaptability is of significant practical importance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the defects of existing production line turning mechanisms, such as poor adaptability, inconvenient adjustment, and insufficient stability. This utility model provides an automatic turning mechanism for production line operation to realize the automatic and precise turning of products on the production line.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: An automatic flipping mechanism for assembly line operation includes: a support frame spanning above the assembly line; a sensing module including an assembly line baffle product sensor, a sensor driving cylinder, and a first connecting rod, wherein the assembly line baffle is installed on one side of the support frame; the product sensor is connected to the sensor driving cylinder through the first connecting rod, and the sensor driving cylinder is mounted on the assembly line baffle; a flipping module, installed on the support frame, includes a control unit, a forward moving cylinder, a rotary cylinder, a lifting cylinder, a mounting frame, and a vacuum suction cup; the lifting cylinder is installed through the mounting frame, and the lifting rod of the lifting cylinder is connected to the vacuum suction cup; the telescopic rod of the forward moving cylinder is connected to the mounting frame; the rotary cylinder is connected to the suction nozzle support plate through a second connecting rod, and a suction nozzle is provided on the suction nozzle support plate.

[0005] Preferably, the control unit is a touch-screen control panel, and is capable of dynamically setting and adjusting the operating parameters of the forward-moving cylinder, the rotary cylinder, the lifting cylinder, and the sensor-driven cylinder.

[0006] Preferably, the rotation angle of the rotary cylinder is adjustable within the range of 0-180 degrees, and the control unit is configured to control the rotation angle according to the product type.

[0007] Preferably, there are multiple vacuum suction cups, which are evenly distributed on the lifting rod of the lifting cylinder, and the layout of the vacuum suction cups is adjustable.

[0008] Preferably, the extension and retraction stroke of the lifting cylinder can be dynamically adjusted by a control unit or mechanical adjustment.

[0009] Preferably, the conveyor baffle is a transparent acrylic sheet and is arranged across the conveyor line.

[0010] Preferably, the sensor drive cylinder is capable of moving the product sensor along the width direction of the first connecting rod.

[0011] Preferably, the nozzle support plate is a rectangular plate and is welded and fixed to the second connecting rod, and the multiple nozzles on the nozzle support plate are arranged in a matrix.

[0012] Preferably, the mounting bracket has an inverted T-shaped structure, with its horizontal end connected to the telescopic rod of the forward-moving cylinder and its vertical end connected to the lifting cylinder.

[0013] Preferably, the rotary cylinder is connected to the support frame via a third connecting rod, the third connecting rod being made of hard alloy, and a reinforcing structure is provided at the connection between the third connecting rod and the rotary cylinder and the support frame.

[0014] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. This utility model achieves full automation of product detection, gripping, translation, flipping, and unloading through the coordinated operation of the sensing module, flipping module, and control unit, which greatly improves production efficiency and reduces labor costs and labor intensity.

[0015] 2. It adopts modular design and programmable control. Key parameters such as cylinder stroke, speed and rotation angle can be flexibly set through the control unit, enabling the mechanism to quickly adapt to the flipping requirements of different products. It has strong versatility and is especially suitable for flexible production of multiple varieties and small batches.

[0016] 3. Vacuum adsorption is used to grasp and flip products, avoiding surface damage that may be caused by mechanical clamping, making it especially suitable for products with high appearance requirements.

[0017] 4. The structure is reasonably designed and the connections of each component are stable, such as the inverted T-shaped mounting bracket, hard alloy connecting rod and reinforcing structure, which effectively ensures the stability and flipping accuracy of the mechanism under high-speed operation and reduces vibration and deviation. Attached Figure Description

[0018] This utility model will be described by way of example and with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the axial view structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the axial view structure of this utility model from another perspective; Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the left-side structure of this utility model; The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1-production line baffle, 2-product sensor, 3-sensor drive cylinder, 31-first connecting rod, 4-support frame, 5-control unit, 6-vacuum suction cup, 7-lifting cylinder, 71-mounting frame, 8-nozzle support plate, 81-second connecting rod, 10-rotary cylinder, 101-third connecting rod, 11-forward moving cylinder. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can typically be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0020] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment provides an automatic flipping mechanism for assembly line operations, including a support frame 4, a sensing module, and a flipping module.

[0022] The support frame 4 spans across the assembly line, providing the installation base for the entire mechanism.

[0023] The sensing module includes a production line baffle 1, a product sensor 2, a sensor drive cylinder 3, and a first connecting rod 31. The production line baffle 1 is mounted on one side of the support frame 4. The product sensor 2 is connected to the sensor drive cylinder 3 via the first connecting rod 31, and the sensor drive cylinder 3 is mounted on the production line baffle 1. The sensor drive cylinder 3 is configured to drive the product sensor 2 to move horizontally to selectively avoid or sense products on the production line.

[0024] The flipping module is mounted on the support frame 4 and includes a control unit 5, a forward-moving cylinder 11, a rotary cylinder 10, a lifting cylinder 7, a mounting frame 71, and a vacuum suction cup 6. The control unit 5 is electrically connected to the sensor-driven cylinder 3, the forward-moving cylinder 11, the rotary cylinder 10, and the lifting cylinder 7, and is programmed to coordinate the operation sequence of each cylinder based on the detection signal from the product sensor 2. The lifting cylinder 7 is mounted via the mounting frame 71, and its lifting rod is connected to the vacuum suction cup 6, used to drive the vacuum suction cup 6 to lift or lower to pick up or release the product. The telescopic rod of the forward-moving cylinder 11 is connected to the mounting frame 71, used to drive the lifting cylinder 7 and the vacuum suction cup 6 to move horizontally to the rotating position or return to the origin. The rotary cylinder 10 is connected to the suction nozzle support plate 8 via a second connecting rod 81. The suction nozzle support plate 8 is provided with multiple suction nozzles for vacuum-picking products at the rotating position, and the rotary cylinder 10 is used to flip the products.

[0025] In another embodiment of this utility model, the control unit 5 is a touch control panel, which can dynamically set and adjust the operating parameters of the forward moving cylinder 11, the rotating cylinder 10, the lifting cylinder 7 and the sensor driving cylinder 3, including stroke, speed and delay, to adapt to the flipping requirements of different products.

[0026] In another embodiment of the present invention, the rotation angle of the rotary cylinder 10 is adjustable in the range of 0-180 degrees, and the control unit 5 is configured to control the rotation angle according to the product type so as to accurately unload the product into the subsequent production line after flipping it over.

[0027] In another embodiment of this utility model, there are multiple vacuum suction cups 6, which are evenly distributed on the lifting rod of the lifting cylinder 7. The layout of the vacuum suction cups 6 is adjustable to stably pick up products of different sizes and shapes.

[0028] In another embodiment of this utility model, the extension and retraction stroke of the lifting cylinder 7 can be dynamically adjusted by the control unit 5 or by mechanical adjustment to adapt to the product flipping requirements of different heights.

[0029] In another embodiment of this utility model, the assembly line baffle 1 is a transparent acrylic plate and is set across the assembly line to facilitate visual monitoring of the product position.

[0030] In another embodiment of this utility model, the sensor driving cylinder 3 can drive the product sensor 2 to move along the width direction of the first connecting rod 31 to precisely adjust the position of the sensor above the production line and realize adaptive adjustment of product detection.

[0031] In another embodiment of this utility model, the suction nozzle support plate 8 is a rectangular plate and is welded and fixed to the second connecting rod 81. The multiple suction nozzles on the suction nozzle support plate 8 are arranged in a matrix for vacuum suction of products at the rotating station, ensuring stability during the flipping process.

[0032] In another embodiment of this utility model, the mounting bracket 71 has an inverted T-shaped structure. The horizontal end of the mounting bracket 71 is connected to the telescopic rod of the forward moving cylinder 11, and the vertical end is connected to the lifting cylinder 7 to provide stable support and movement, and reduce vibration and deviation.

[0033] In another embodiment of this utility model, the rotary cylinder 10 is connected to the support frame 4 via a third connecting rod 101. The third connecting rod 101 is made of hard alloy, and a reinforcing structure is provided at the connection between the third connecting rod 101 and the rotary cylinder 10 and the support frame 4 to ensure rigidity and accuracy during rotation.

[0034] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Initially, the sensor-driven cylinder 3 drives the product sensor 2 to extend to the monitoring position above the production line. When a product on the production line moves to the sensing station with the conveyor belt, the product sensor 2 detects the product and sends a signal to the control unit 5. The control unit 5 then issues a command to start the flipping sequence.

[0035] First, the sensor-driven cylinder 3 retracts the product sensor 2 to avoid subsequent actions. Next, the lifting cylinder 7 extends its lifting rod downwards, driving the vacuum suction cup 6 to descend and contact the product surface. The vacuum suction cup 6 activates, firmly gripping the product. Then, the lifting cylinder 7 rises, lifting the product off the production line. Subsequently, the forward-moving cylinder 11 actuates, pushing its telescopic rod to extend, thereby moving the lifting cylinder 7 and the vacuum suction cup 6 horizontally to a preset rotary position via the mounting bracket 71.

[0036] At the rotary station, the nozzles on the nozzle carrier plate 8, under control, pick up the product, at which point the vacuum suction cup 6 releases the product. Then, the rotary cylinder 10 rotates precisely according to a preset program (e.g., 180 degrees), driving the nozzle carrier plate 8 and the product to complete the flipping action via the second connecting rod 81. The flipped product is placed on the subsequent production line or designated station, where it is vacuum-adsorbed and released, completing one work cycle. Finally, all actuators reset, awaiting the next product.

[0037] The control unit 5 has pre-stored control programs for different products. Operators can easily select programs or manually set parameters such as the stroke, speed, delay, and rotation angle of each cylinder through the touch control panel, thereby achieving "one-click production changeover" and greatly improving the adaptability and production efficiency of the equipment.

[0038] The mounting bracket 71 adopts an inverted T-shaped structure, providing good support rigidity and ensuring the stability of the lifting cylinder 7 and vacuum suction cup 6 during movement. The rotary cylinder 10 is firmly connected to the support frame 4 through a third connecting rod 101 made of hard alloy. The reinforced structure at the connection (such as reinforcing ribs or thickened flanges) effectively resists the torque generated during rotation, ensuring the accuracy of the flipping angle.

[0039] The layout of the vacuum suction cup 6 and the matrix distribution of the suction nozzles on the suction nozzle support plate 8 can be adjusted according to the actual size and center of gravity of the product to ensure that the suction and flipping process is stable and reliable, and to prevent the product from slipping or shaking during high-speed movement.

[0040] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the concept of this utility model and the contents of the specification and drawings of this utility model, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operations, characterized in that, include: The support frame (4) spans across the top of the assembly line; The sensing module includes a production line baffle (1), a product sensor (2), a sensor drive cylinder (3), and a first connecting rod (31). The production line baffle (1) is installed on one side of the support frame (4). The product sensor (2) is connected to the sensor drive cylinder (3) through the first connecting rod (31), and the sensor drive cylinder (3) is mounted on the production line baffle (1). The flipping module, installed on the support frame (4), includes a control unit (5), a forward moving cylinder (11), a rotary cylinder (10), a lifting cylinder (7), a mounting frame (71), and a vacuum suction cup (6); the lifting cylinder (7) is installed through the mounting frame (71), and the lifting rod of the lifting cylinder (7) is connected to the vacuum suction cup (6); the telescopic rod of the forward moving cylinder (11) is connected to the mounting frame (71); the rotary cylinder (10) is connected to the nozzle support plate (8) through the second connecting rod (81), and the nozzle support plate (8) is provided with a nozzle.

2. The automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit (5) is a touch-screen control panel, and can dynamically set and adjust the operating parameters of the forward cylinder (11), the rotary cylinder (10), the lifting cylinder (7) and the sensor-driven cylinder (3).

3. The automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotation angle of the rotary cylinder (10) is adjustable in the range of 0-180 degrees, and the control unit (5) is configured to control the rotation angle according to the product type.

4. The automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of vacuum suction cups (6) is multiple and they are evenly distributed on the lifting rod of the lifting cylinder (7). The layout of the vacuum suction cups (6) is adjustable.

5. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The extension and retraction stroke of the lifting cylinder (7) can be dynamically adjusted by the control unit (5) or by mechanical adjustment.

6. The automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The production line baffle (1) is a transparent acrylic plate and is set across the production line.

7. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensor drive cylinder (3) can drive the product sensor (2) to move along the width direction of the first connecting rod (31).

8. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The nozzle support plate (8) is a rectangular plate and is welded and fixed to the second connecting rod (81). The multiple nozzles on the nozzle support plate (8) are arranged in a matrix.

9. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket (71) has an inverted T-shaped structure. The horizontal end of the mounting bracket (71) is connected to the telescopic rod of the forward moving cylinder (11), and the vertical end is connected to the lifting cylinder (7).

10. An automatic tilting mechanism for assembly line operation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotary cylinder (10) is connected to the support frame (4) via a third connecting rod (101). The third connecting rod (101) is made of hard alloy, and a reinforcing structure is provided at the connection between the third connecting rod (101) and the rotary cylinder (10) and the support frame (4).

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