Collaborative robotic workstation

Abstract

The utility model relates to industrial automation technical field relates to a kind of collaborative robot workstation, comprising: workbench, workbench is provided with rack, two groups of storage module one are symmetrically set in rack lower end, two groups of storage module two are symmetrically set in upper end, and installation stand is set between rack and two groups of storage module one, storage module one includes guide slide rail one, drive cylinder one and bearing platform one, the piston rod end of drive cylinder one is fixedly connected with the side end of bearing platform one, storage module two includes guide slide rail two, drive cylinder two and bearing platform two, the piston rod end of drive cylinder two is fixedly connected with the side end of bearing platform two, bearing platform one and bearing platform two are all arrayed and are provided with several bearing holes.The utility model is filled by drive cylinder after bearing platform and is quickly pushed open, empty bearing platform can be replaced in place in time, collaborative robot does not need to stop and wait for replacement, effectively eliminate replacement time waste, substantially improve overall production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of industrial automation technology, and specifically to a collaborative robot workstation. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of automated manufacturing, collaborative robot workstations are key equipment for achieving multi-device collaboration and automated workpiece transfer and storage. They are widely used in machining centers, assembly lines, and other scenarios, and their efficiency and stability directly affect the overall cycle time of the production line. However, existing collaborative robot workstations still have many technical pain points in practical applications, as follows: Traditional workstations often have a single-unit design for their carrying platform, or require a shutdown for adjustment when changing platforms. When the carrying platform is full, it is necessary to wait for manual or external equipment to complete the platform change operation before continuing to work. This makes it difficult to adapt to the high-frequency output requirements of machining centers, resulting in low equipment utilization. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention provides a collaborative robot workstation to address the problems of existing technologies.

[0004] The objective of this utility model can be achieved through the following technical solution: A collaborative robot workstation includes: a workbench, on which a frame is provided, two sets of storage modules 1 are symmetrically arranged at the lower end of the frame, and two sets of storage modules 2 are symmetrically arranged at the upper end, with a mounting column between the frame and the two sets of storage modules 1. The storage module 1 includes a guide rail 1 arranged along the length of the workbench, a drive cylinder 1 fixed to the workbench, and a support platform 1 slidably arranged on the guide rail 1. The piston rod end of the drive cylinder 1 is fixedly connected to one side of the support platform. The storage module 2 includes a guide rail 2 arranged along the length of the frame, a drive cylinder 2 fixed to the upper end of the frame, and a support platform 2 slidably arranged on the guide rail 2. The piston rod end of the drive cylinder 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the support platform 2. Both the support platform 1 and the support platform 2 are provided with an array of several support holes.

[0005] Further improvements include a collaborative robot, which includes a rotating base fixedly mounted on the side of the workbench, a robotic arm rotatably connected to the rotating base via a rotating shaft, and a gripping mechanism mounted at the end of the robotic arm. The gripping mechanism includes a mounting frame fixed to the end of the robotic arm, a gripping cylinder fixed to the lower end of the mounting frame, and two grippers symmetrically arranged at the movable end of the gripping cylinder. The two grippers have gripping surfaces on their opposite inner sides.

[0006] In a further improvement, the mounting frame has a triangular cross-section, with one face fixedly connected to the end of the robotic arm. The two sets of gripping cylinders are respectively fixed to the two symmetrical side walls of the mounting frame, and each set of gripping cylinders has two corresponding grippers on its movable end.

[0007] In a further improvement, both guide rail one and guide rail two are linear guide rails and both have sliders slidably mounted on their upper ends. The top of the slider is provided with a positioning boss that matches the bottom of the support platform, and the bottom of the support platform is provided with a corresponding positioning groove. Both ends of guide rail one and guide rail two are provided with limiting blocks.

[0008] In a further improvement, a U-shaped groove is provided at the upper end of the frame, and the second drive cylinder is disposed in the U-shaped groove.

[0009] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. When the carrier platform of this utility model is full, it is quickly pushed open by the drive cylinder, and the empty carrier platform can be replaced in place immediately. The collaborative robot does not need to stop and wait for the platform to be changed, which effectively eliminates the waste of platform changing time and greatly improves the overall production efficiency. 2. This utility model eliminates the need for manual intervention throughout the entire process from workpiece clamping and placement to switching of the support platform, avoiding errors and safety risks associated with manual operation, reducing reliance on operator skills, and allowing a single person to monitor multiple workstations, significantly saving labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a front view of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a top view of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the gripping mechanism of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model in use.

[0011] In the diagram: 1. Workbench; 2. Frame; 3. Storage module one; 31. Guide rail one; 32. Drive cylinder one; 33. Support platform one; 4. Storage module two; 41. Guide rail two; 42. Drive cylinder two; 43. Support platform two; 51. Mounting column; 52. Support hole; 53. U-shaped groove; 6. Collaborative robot; 61. Rotating base; 62. Robotic arm; 63. Gripping mechanism; 631. Mounting frame; 632. Gripping cylinder; 633. Gripper. Detailed Implementation

[0012] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0013] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0014] The following is a description of the embodiments and appendices. Figures 1-5 The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below.

[0015] Example 1 A collaborative robot workstation includes: a workbench 1, on which a frame 2 is mounted; two sets of storage modules 3 are symmetrically arranged at the lower end of the frame 2, and two sets of storage modules 4 are symmetrically arranged at the upper end; a mounting column 5 is provided between the frame 2 and the two sets of storage modules 3; each storage module 3 includes a guide rail 31 arranged along the length of the workbench 1, a drive cylinder 32 fixed to the workbench 1, and a support platform 33 slidably mounted on the guide rail 31; the piston rod end of the drive cylinder 32 is fixedly connected to the side end of the support platform 33; and each storage module 4 includes a guide rail 41 arranged along the length of the frame 2, a drive cylinder 42 fixed to the upper end of the frame 2, and a support platform 43 slidably mounted on the guide rail 31. The piston rod end of the second drive cylinder 42 is fixedly connected to the side end of the second support platform 43 on the slide rail 2 41. Both the first support platform 33 and the second support platform 43 are provided with a plurality of support holes 52. The system also includes a collaborative robot 6. The collaborative robot 6 includes a rotating base 61 fixedly installed on the side end of the workbench 1, a robotic arm 62 rotatably connected to the rotating base 61 via a rotating shaft, and a gripping mechanism 63 installed at the end of the robotic arm 62. The gripping mechanism 63 includes a mounting frame 631 fixed to the end of the robotic arm 62, a gripping cylinder 632 fixed to the lower end of the mounting frame 631, and two grippers 633 symmetrically arranged at the movable end of the gripping cylinder 632. The two grippers 633 have gripping surfaces on their opposite inner sides.

[0016] like Figures 1-5 As shown, two sets of machining centers are arranged on both sides of the workbench 1 of this utility model, and their usage process is as follows: First, the machining centers on both sides of the workbench 1 work simultaneously to perform cutting, assembly and other machining operations on the workpiece. After the machining is completed, the workpiece is transported to the discharge position of the machining center to wait for transfer. Next, the robotic arm 62 adjusts its posture and transfers the workpiece to the corresponding bearing hole 52 on the bearing platform (bearing platform 1 33 or bearing platform 2 43) below; repeat the gripping-placing action until all bearing holes 52 of the bearing platform are filled with workpieces. Secondly, when the carrier platform is full, the corresponding storage module's drive cylinder (drive cylinder 32 or drive cylinder 42) is activated, pushing the carrier platform away from the collaborative robot 6 along the guide rail (guide rail 31 or guide rail 41); the external transfer mechanism transfers the full carrier platform to the storage area, and at the same time transfers the empty carrier platform to below the collaborative robot 6, realizing the alternating use of carrier platforms without waiting for the platform change time. The robot can immediately continue to grip the workpiece and place it on a new empty carrier platform.

[0017] The machining centers on both sides continuously produce workpieces, and the collaborative robot 6 cycles through the clamping and placement process. Fully loaded carriers are promptly removed and replaced with empty ones to ensure continuous and uninterrupted operation. Once multiple carriers are full, the workpieces are transferred in batches through the transfer mechanism to complete one production cycle.

[0018] When the carrier platform of this utility model is full, it is quickly pushed open by the drive cylinder, and the empty carrier platform can be replaced in place immediately. The collaborative robot does not need to stop and wait for the platform to be changed, effectively eliminating the waste of platform change time and greatly improving the overall production efficiency. This invention eliminates the need for manual intervention throughout the entire process from workpiece clamping and placement to switching of the support platform. It avoids errors and safety risks associated with manual operation, reduces reliance on operator skills, and allows a single person to monitor multiple workstations, significantly saving labor costs.

[0019] As a further preferred embodiment, the mounting frame 631 has a triangular cross-section and one of its faces is fixedly connected to the end of the robotic arm 62. The two sets of gripping cylinders 632 are respectively fixed to the two symmetrical side walls of the mounting frame 631, and the movable end of each set of gripping cylinders 632 is provided with two grippers 633.

[0020] Specifically, it can perform clamping actions on two workpieces simultaneously, doubling the number of workpieces transferred in a single operation, significantly improving overall transfer efficiency, and adapting to the material flow needs of high-cycle production lines.

[0021] As a further preferred embodiment, both guide rail 31 and guide rail 41 are linear guide rails and both have sliders slidably mounted on their upper ends. The top of the slider is provided with a positioning boss that matches the bottom of the support platform. The bottom of the support platform is provided with a corresponding positioning groove. Both ends of guide rail 31 and guide rail 41 are provided with limiting blocks.

[0022] Specifically, the cooperation between the positioning boss and the positioning groove enables the bearing platform to be aligned on the slide rail, ensuring that the bearing hole and the workpiece falling position are completely coincident, avoiding misplacement of the workpiece due to the offset of the bearing platform, and improving the accuracy of workpiece storage.

[0023] As a further preferred embodiment, both guide rail 31 and guide rail 41 are linear guide rails and both have sliders slidably mounted on their upper ends. The top of the slider is provided with a positioning boss that matches the bottom of the support platform, and the bottom of the support platform is provided with a corresponding positioning groove.

[0024] As a further preferred embodiment, the upper end of the frame 2 is provided with a U-shaped groove 53, and the second drive cylinder 42 is disposed in the U-shaped groove 53.

[0025] The preferred embodiments of this utility model have been described in detail above. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can make numerous modifications and variations based on the concept of this utility model without creative effort. Therefore, all technical solutions that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the concept of this utility model through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation on the basis of existing technology should be within the scope of protection defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A collaborative robot workstation, characterized in that, include: A workbench is provided, on which a frame is mounted. Two sets of storage modules 1 are symmetrically arranged at the lower end of the frame, and two sets of storage modules 2 are symmetrically arranged at the upper end. A mounting column is provided between the frame and the two sets of storage modules 1. Each storage module 1 includes a guide rail 1 arranged along the length of the workbench, a drive cylinder 1 fixed to the workbench, and a support platform 1 slidably arranged on the guide rail 1. The piston rod end of the drive cylinder 1 is fixedly connected to one side of the support platform. Each storage module 2 includes a guide rail 2 arranged along the length of the frame, a drive cylinder 2 fixed to the upper end of the frame, and a support platform 2 slidably arranged on the guide rail 2. The piston rod end of the drive cylinder 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the support platform 2. Both the support platform 1 and the support platform 2 are provided with a plurality of support holes arranged in an array.

2. The collaborative robot workstation according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a collaborative robot, which includes a rotating base fixedly mounted on the side of the workbench, a robotic arm rotatably connected to the rotating base via a rotating shaft, and a gripping mechanism mounted on the end of the robotic arm. The gripping mechanism includes a mounting frame fixed to the end of the robotic arm, a gripping cylinder fixed to the lower end of the mounting frame, and two grippers symmetrically arranged at the movable end of the gripping cylinder. The two grippers have gripping surfaces on their opposite inner sides.

3. A collaborative robot workstation according to claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting frame has a triangular cross-section, with one face fixedly connected to the end of the robotic arm. The two sets of gripping cylinders are respectively fixed to the two symmetrical side walls of the mounting frame, and each set of gripping cylinders has two corresponding grippers on its movable end.

4. A collaborative robot workstation according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both guide rail one and guide rail two are linear guide rails and both have sliders slidably mounted on their upper ends. The top of the slider is provided with a positioning boss that matches the bottom of the support platform. The bottom of the support platform is provided with a corresponding positioning groove. Both ends of guide rail one and guide rail two are provided with limiting blocks.

5. A collaborative robot workstation according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the frame is provided with a U-shaped groove, and the second drive cylinder is disposed in the U-shaped groove.

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