A turnover apparatus and production line

Abstract

The application discloses a turnover device and a production line. The turnover device comprises a rack, a turnover mechanism and a conveying mechanism. The turnover mechanism is arranged on the rack. The turnover mechanism is provided with a first clamping part and a second clamping part arranged at intervals. The first clamping part and the second clamping part are used for cooperating to clamp a battery cell, so that the turnover mechanism can drive the battery cell clamped by the first clamping part and the second clamping part to turn over. The conveying mechanism is used for conveying the battery cell. The first clamping part and the second clamping part are located on a conveying path of the conveying mechanism conveying the battery cell, so that the conveying mechanism is used for conveying the battery cell to the space between the first clamping part and the second clamping part. In the turnover device, a mechanical hand in the prior art is replaced, and the conveying mechanism does not occupy extra space, so that the degree of integration of the device is high. In addition, the battery cell can be directly conveyed from the conveying mechanism to the turnover mechanism, the time for the mechanical hand to grasp and move the battery cell is saved, and the production efficiency is significantly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of production equipment technology, and more particularly to a flipping device and production line. Background Technology

[0002] Battery production is a multi-stage process, and the cells may require different orientations at different stages of production. Therefore, the cells may need to be flipped to facilitate the next step of the process.

[0003] Traditional flipping mechanisms rely on robotic arms to place the battery cells onto the mechanism. The multiple actions involved result in significant time loss, low production efficiency, and the robotic arms occupy additional installation space in the production equipment. Furthermore, the complex mechanism leads to high production costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a flipping device and production line, which improves the integration level of the flipping device and at least partially solves the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to a first aspect of this application, a flipping device is provided, comprising:

[0006] frame;

[0007] A flipping mechanism, disposed on the frame, has a first clamping portion and a second clamping portion spaced apart, the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion cooperating to clamp a battery cell, such that the flipping mechanism can drive the battery cell clamped by the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion to flip; and

[0008] A conveying mechanism for conveying battery cells, wherein the first clamping part and the second clamping part are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism for conveying battery cells, so that the conveying mechanism is used to convey battery cells between the first clamping part and the second clamping part.

[0009] It should also be noted that in this embodiment, the flipping angle of the flipping mechanism is 180°, thus enabling the battery cell to flip 180°.

[0010] In this embodiment, the flipping mechanism includes at least one pair of flipping components, with the two flipping components of the same pair disposed on both sides of the conveying mechanism, and each flipping component including a first clamping part and a second clamping part.

[0011] Thus, since the flipping components are located on both sides of the conveying mechanism, the battery cells can be directly clamped from the conveying path and flipped by the flipping components, thereby reducing the extra moving distance of the battery cells during the conveying process and making the flipping action faster.

[0012] Thus, by placing the flipping components on both sides of the conveying mechanism, the battery cells can be clamped more accurately, ensuring the positional accuracy of the battery cells during the flipping process. This reduces the positional deviation of the battery cells caused by inaccurate clamping and improves the flipping accuracy.

[0013] Thus, by placing the flipping components on both sides of the conveying mechanism, the flipping mechanism can apply clamping force to the battery cell more evenly, reducing damage to the battery cell caused by uneven clamping force. This makes the external force on the battery cell more uniform and reasonable during the flipping process, reducing the risk of scratches, deformation and other damage to the battery cell during the flipping process, thereby improving the quality pass rate of the battery cell.

[0014] In this embodiment, the flipping mechanism further includes a first driving member, at least one of the two flipping components in the same pair is connected to the first driving member for transmission, and the first driving member is used to drive the corresponding flipping component to rotate.

[0015] In this way, the first drive unit can precisely control the flip angle of the battery cell, ensuring that the battery cell can be accurately flipped to the required angle.

[0016] When the first drive unit is connected to only one flipping component, the other flipping component can be connected to the frame via a bearing assembly, thereby ensuring the synchronous flipping of the two flipping components. This results in lower production costs and is suitable for flipping lighter or smaller battery cells.

[0017] When both flipping components are connected to the first driving component, the synchronous flipping of the two flipping components can be better achieved, ensuring that the battery cell remains stable during the flipping process and reducing battery cell position deviation or damage caused by inconsistent flipping. It is suitable for flipping heavier or larger battery cells, and can better maintain the balance of the battery cell, avoiding battery cell tilting or damage caused by unilateral flipping.

[0018] In this embodiment, the flipping assembly further includes a second driving member, which is velocally connected to the first clamping part and the second clamping part respectively, for driving the first clamping part and the second clamping part to clamp or release the battery cell;

[0019] The second driving member is connected to the first driving member in a transmission manner, so that the first driving member can drive the second driving member to rotate.

[0020] In this way, the second drive unit can precisely control the clamping and releasing actions of the first clamping part and the second clamping part, ensuring that the battery cell can be firmly clamped or smoothly released.

[0021] In this way, the second drive unit can realize the synchronous clamping and releasing actions of the first clamping part and the second clamping part, ensuring that the battery cell remains stable during clamping and releasing, and reducing the positional deviation or damage of the battery cell caused by inconsistent clamping.

[0022] In this embodiment, the conveying mechanism includes a clamping assembly, which includes:

[0023] A carrier for carrying battery cells; and,

[0024] Two grippers are disposed on the carrier. The grippers can be switched to a gripping position or a lock / unlock position to grip or unlock the battery cell carried by the carrier.

[0025] In this way, the two grippers can switch to the gripping position to ensure that the battery cell remains stable during transportation, thereby effectively preventing the battery cell from shifting or falling due to vibration or external force during transportation and improving the reliability of transportation.

[0026] In this way, the two grippers can switch to the unlock position to unlock the battery cell, so that the battery cell can be released smoothly after reaching the designated position, which facilitates the subsequent flipping process.

[0027] In this embodiment, the carrier includes a base and a support plate. The support plate is movably connected to the base and is disposed between the two grippers for carrying the battery cell. The support plate is also movably connected to the grippers.

[0028] The flipping device also includes an unlocking mechanism, which is movably connected to the support plate;

[0029] The unlocking mechanism can push the support plate to move it along a first direction, causing the two grippers to move away from each other along a second direction; wherein the first direction and the second direction are different.

[0030] The unlocking mechanism can be separated from the support plate to allow the support plate to move in a first direction and cause the two grippers to move closer to each other in a second direction.

[0031] In this way, by pushing the carrier plate to move in the first direction, the unlocking mechanism can precisely control the two grippers to move away from or closer to each other in the second direction, ensuring that the grippers can accurately clamp or release the battery cell, thus improving the accuracy of the clamping and releasing actions.

[0032] In this way, the two grippers achieve synchronous clamping and releasing actions through the movement of the support plate, which can ensure that the battery cell remains stable during clamping and releasing, and reduce the positional deviation or damage of the battery cell caused by inconsistent clamping.

[0033] In addition, the distance between the two grippers can be flexibly adjusted by changing the pushing force and direction of the unlocking mechanism to accommodate battery cells of different sizes, thereby enabling the device to adapt to various battery cell sizes and shapes, improving the device's versatility and flexibility.

[0034] In this embodiment, the carrier further includes a transmission component. Each gripper is connected to at least one transmission component. The bearing plate is provided with an elongated hole. The length direction of the elongated hole is inclined to the first direction and the second direction, respectively. The transmission component is slidably installed in the elongated hole so that the movement of the bearing plate along the first direction can drive the two grippers to move closer to each other or further away from each other.

[0035] Thus, through the design of the transmission components and elongated holes, the movement of the support plate can be precisely controlled to move the two grippers closer or further apart, thereby ensuring that the grippers can accurately clamp or release the battery cells and improving the accuracy of the clamping and releasing actions.

[0036] In this way, by adjusting the movement of the support plate, the spacing of the grippers can be flexibly adjusted to accommodate battery cells of different sizes, thus improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.

[0037] In this embodiment, the carrier further includes an elastic element that is elastically connected to the bearing plate. The elastic element is used to drive the bearing plate to move along a first direction so that the two grippers move closer to each other along a second direction.

[0038] Thus, the design of the elastic element enables the bearing plate to move automatically along the first direction under the action of elastic force, thereby driving the two grippers to move closer to each other along the second direction, realizing the automatic clamping function.

[0039] Thus, the automatic reset function of the elastic element reduces the reliance on additional drive mechanisms for the clamping components, simplifying the device structure.

[0040] In this embodiment, at least two clamping assemblies are provided, and the at least two clamping assemblies are arranged at intervals along the conveying path of the conveying mechanism for conveying the battery cells.

[0041] In this way, by setting multiple clamping components at intervals along the conveying path, continuous conveying of battery cells can be achieved, ensuring the continuity of the conveying process, greatly improving production efficiency, and reducing downtime caused by waiting for the flipping mechanism.

[0042] In this way, the design of multiple clamping components reduces the impact of a single clamping component failure on the entire production process. Even if one clamping component fails, the other clamping components can still continue to work, ensuring the continuity of the production process.

[0043] In this embodiment, the unlocking mechanism includes a push bar and a third driving member. The push bar extends along the arrangement direction of the plurality of clamping components, and the third driving member is connected to the push bar to drive the push bar to move toward the clamping components and to drive the plurality of carrier plates to move.

[0044] In this way, the third drive unit centrally controls the unlocking action of multiple clamping components through the push bar, making the operation more centralized and efficient, reducing the number of third drive units required, and simplifying the equipment's control system.

[0045] Thus, the push bar design allows multiple clamping components to unlock synchronously, ensuring that all cells are released at the same time, improving the consistency and stability of the production process.

[0046] It should also be noted that, in order to avoid interference between the tilting mechanism and the conveying mechanism, a lifting mechanism is provided on the frame. The lifting mechanism is connected to the tilting mechanism, and the lifting component is used to move the tilting mechanism away from or closer to the conveying mechanism.

[0047] In this embodiment, the conveying mechanism further includes a conveying line, and the clamping assembly is disposed on the conveying line. The conveying line is used to convey the battery cell fixed to the clamping assembly to the space between the first clamping part and the second clamping part.

[0048] In this way, the conveyor line can continuously transport the battery cells to the flipping mechanism, which greatly improves production efficiency and reduces downtime caused by waiting for battery cells.

[0049] In addition, the conveyor line can ensure that the battery cells maintain a stable conveying speed during the conveying process, reducing battery cell damage or positional deviation caused by uneven speed.

[0050] According to a second aspect of this application, a production line is provided, which includes the flipping device described above.

[0051] In the flipping device of this application embodiment, the cooperation of the conveying structure and the flipping mechanism enables the conveying mechanism to directly convey the battery cell to the flipping mechanism, replacing the robot arm in the traditional technology. Moreover, the first clamping part and the second clamping part are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism for conveying the battery cell, so the conveying mechanism does not occupy additional space and the equipment has a high degree of integration. In addition, since the first clamping part and the second clamping part are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism for conveying the battery cell, the battery cell can be directly conveyed from the conveying mechanism to the flipping mechanism, saving the time of the robot arm to grasp and move the battery cell, and significantly improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0052] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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 based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0053] To gain a more complete understanding of this application and its beneficial effects, the following description will be provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals in the following description denote the same parts.

[0054] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first structure of the conveying device provided in the exemplary embodiments of this disclosure;

[0055] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clamping component provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0056] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the unlocking mechanism provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0057] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the conveying device provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0058] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the middle.

[0059] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0060] 1. Tilting equipment;

[0061] 11. Rack;

[0062] 12. Flipping mechanism; 121. Flipping assembly; 1211. First clamping part; 1212. Second clamping part; 1213. Second driving member; 122. First driving member;

[0063] 13. Conveying mechanism; 131. Clamping assembly; 1311. Carrier; 1312. Gripper; 1313. Base; 1314. Bearing plate; 1315. Transmission component; 1316. Elongated hole; 1317. Elastic component;

[0064] 14. Unlocking mechanism; 141. Push bar; 142. Third driving component;

[0065] 15. Lifting mechanism;

[0066] 2. Battery cells. Detailed Implementation

[0067] 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. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.

[0068] This application provides a flipping device 1, with reference to... Figure 1 As shown, it includes a frame 11, a flipping mechanism 12, and a conveying mechanism 13. The flipping mechanism 12 is disposed on the frame 11 and has a first clamping part 1211 and a second clamping part 1212 spaced apart. The first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 are used to cooperate in clamping the battery cell 2, so that the flipping mechanism 12 can drive the battery cell 2 clamped by the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 to flip. The conveying mechanism 13 is used to convey the battery cell 2. The first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 13 to convey the battery cell 2, so that the conveying mechanism 13 is used to convey the battery cell 2 between the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212.

[0069] In the flipping device 1 of this application embodiment, the cooperation of the conveying structure and the flipping mechanism 12 enables the conveying mechanism 13 to directly convey the battery cell 2 onto the flipping mechanism 12, replacing the robotic arm in the conventional technology. Furthermore, the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 13 for conveying the battery cell 2, so the conveying mechanism 13 does not occupy additional space and the device has a high degree of integration. In addition, since the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 13 for conveying the battery cell 2, the battery cell 2 can be directly conveyed from the conveying mechanism 13 to the flipping mechanism 12, saving the time of the robotic arm to grasp and move the battery cell 2, and significantly improving production efficiency.

[0070] It should also be noted that in this embodiment, the flipping angle of the flipping mechanism 12 is 180°, so it can drive the battery cell 2 to achieve a 180° flip.

[0071] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the flipping mechanism 12 includes at least one pair of flipping components 121. The two flipping components 121 of the same pair are disposed on both sides of the conveying mechanism 13. Each flipping component 121 includes a first clamping part 1211 and a second clamping part 1212.

[0072] Thus, since the flipping assembly 121 is located on both sides of the conveying mechanism 13, the battery cell 2 can be directly clamped from the conveying path and flipped by the flipping assembly 121, thereby reducing the extra moving distance of the battery cell 2 during the conveying process and making the flipping action faster.

[0073] Thus, by setting the flipping assembly 121 on both sides of the conveying mechanism 13, the battery cell 2 can be clamped more accurately, ensuring the positional accuracy of the battery cell 2 during the flipping process, thereby reducing the positional deviation of the battery cell 2 caused by inaccurate clamping and improving the flipping accuracy.

[0074] Thus, by setting the flipping assembly 121 on both sides of the conveying mechanism 13, the flipping mechanism 12 can apply clamping force to the battery cell 2 more evenly, reducing damage to the battery cell 2 caused by uneven clamping force. This makes the external force on the battery cell 2 more uniform and reasonable during the flipping process, reducing the risk of scratches, deformation and other damage to the battery cell 2 during the flipping process, thereby improving the quality pass rate of the battery cell 2.

[0075] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the flipping mechanism 12 also includes a first driving member 122. At least one of the two flipping components 121 in the same pair is connected to the first driving member 122 for transmission. The first driving member 122 is used to drive the corresponding flipping component 121 to rotate.

[0076] In this way, the first drive unit 122 can precisely control the flip angle of the battery cell 2, ensuring that the battery cell 2 can be accurately flipped to the required angle.

[0077] When the first drive unit 122 is connected to only one flipping component 121, the other flipping component 121 can be connected to the frame 11 through the bearing assembly, thereby ensuring the synchronous flipping of the two flipping components 121. This results in lower production costs and is suitable for flipping lighter or smaller battery cells 2.

[0078] When both flipping components 121 are connected to the first driving component 122, the synchronous flipping of the two flipping components 121 can be better realized, so as to ensure that the battery cell 2 remains stable during the flipping process, reduce the position deviation or damage of the battery cell 2 caused by inconsistent flipping, and is suitable for flipping heavier or larger battery cells 2. It can better maintain the balance of the battery cell 2 and avoid the tilting or damage of the battery cell 2 caused by unilateral flipping.

[0079] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 As shown, the flipping assembly 121 also includes a second driving member 1213, which is connected to the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 respectively, so as to drive the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212 to clamp or release the battery cell 2.

[0080] The second driving member 1213 is connected to the first driving member 122 in a transmission connection, so that the first driving member 122 can drive the second driving member 1213 to rotate.

[0081] Thus, the second drive member 1213 can precisely control the clamping and releasing actions of the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212, ensuring that the battery cell 2 can be firmly clamped or smoothly released.

[0082] Thus, the second drive member 1213 can realize the synchronous clamping and releasing actions of the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212, ensuring that the battery cell 2 remains stable during clamping and releasing, and reducing the positional deviation or damage of the battery cell 2 caused by inconsistent clamping.

[0083] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 As shown, the conveying mechanism 13 includes a clamping assembly 131, which includes:

[0084] Carrier 1311, carrier 1311 is used to carry battery cell 2; and,

[0085] Two grippers 1312 are provided on the carrier 1311. The grippers 1312 can be switched to a gripping position or a lock-unlocking position to grip or unlock the battery cell 2 carried by the carrier 1311.

[0086] In this way, the two grippers 1312 can switch to the gripping position to ensure that the battery cell 2 remains stable during the transportation process, thereby effectively preventing the battery cell 2 from shifting or falling due to vibration or external force during transportation and improving the reliability of transportation.

[0087] In this way, the two grippers 1312 can switch to the unlocked position to unlock the battery cell 2, so that the battery cell 2 can be released smoothly after reaching the designated position, which is convenient for subsequent flipping process.

[0088] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 As shown, the carrier 1311 includes a base and a support plate. The support plate is movably connected to the base and is disposed between two grippers 1312 for carrying the battery cell 2. The support plate is also movably connected to the grippers 1312.

[0089] Reference Figure 3 As shown, the flipping device 1 also includes an unlocking mechanism 14, which is movably connected to the support plate;

[0090] The unlocking mechanism 14 can push the support plate to move it along a first direction, causing the two grippers 1312 to move away from each other along a second direction; wherein the first direction and the second direction are different.

[0091] The unlocking mechanism 14 can be separated from the support plate to allow the support plate to move in a first direction and cause the two grippers 1312 to move closer to each other in a second direction.

[0092] Thus, by pushing the carrier plate to move in the first direction, the unlocking mechanism 14 can precisely control the two grippers 1312 to move away from or closer to each other in the second direction, ensuring that the grippers 1312 can accurately clamp or release the battery cell 2, thereby improving the accuracy of the clamping and releasing actions.

[0093] In this way, the two grippers 1312 achieve synchronous clamping and releasing actions through the movement of the support plate, which can ensure that the battery cell 2 remains stable during clamping and releasing, and reduce the positional deviation or damage of the battery cell 2 caused by inconsistent clamping.

[0094] In addition, the distance between the two grippers 1312 can be flexibly adjusted by adjusting the pushing force and direction of the unlocking mechanism 14 to accommodate different sizes of battery cells 2, thereby enabling the device to adapt to various battery cell sizes and shapes, improving the versatility and flexibility of the device.

[0095] In this embodiment, the carrier 1311 also includes a transmission component 1315. Each gripper 1312 is connected to at least one transmission component 1315. The carrier plate is provided with an elongated hole 1316. The length direction of the elongated hole 1316 is inclined to the first direction and the second direction respectively. The transmission component 1315 is slidably installed in the elongated hole 1316 so that the movement of the carrier plate along the first direction can drive the two grippers 1312 to move closer to each other or further away from each other.

[0096] Thus, through the design of the transmission component 1315 and the elongated hole 1316, the movement of the support plate can precisely control the two grippers 1312 to move closer or further apart, thereby ensuring that the grippers 1312 can accurately clamp or release the battery cell 2, improving the accuracy of the clamping and releasing actions.

[0097] In this way, by adjusting the movement of the support plate, the spacing of the grippers 1312 can be flexibly adjusted to accommodate battery cells 2 of different sizes, thus improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.

[0098] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 3 As shown, the carrier 1311 also includes an elastic element 1317, which is elastically connected to the bearing plate. The elastic element 1317 is used to drive the bearing plate to move along a first direction so that the two grippers 1312 move closer to each other along a second direction.

[0099] Thus, the design of the elastic element 1317 enables the bearing plate to move automatically along the first direction under the action of elastic force, thereby driving the two grippers 1312 to move closer to each other along the second direction, thereby realizing the automatic clamping function.

[0100] Thus, the automatic reset function of the elastic element 1317 reduces the reliance on an additional drive mechanism for the clamping assembly 131, simplifying the device structure.

[0101] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, at least two clamping assemblies 131 are provided, and the at least two clamping assemblies 131 are arranged at intervals along the conveying path of the conveying mechanism 13 for conveying the battery cell 2.

[0102] In this way, by setting multiple clamping components 131 at intervals along the conveying path, the continuous conveying of the battery cell 2 can be achieved, ensuring the continuity of the conveying process, greatly improving production efficiency, and reducing downtime caused by the waiting of the flipping mechanism 12.

[0103] Thus, the design of multiple clamping components 131 reduces the impact of a single clamping component 131 failure on the entire production process. Even if one clamping component 131 fails, the other clamping components 131 can still continue to work, ensuring the continuity of the production process.

[0104] In this embodiment, the unlocking mechanism 14 includes a push bar 141 and a third drive member 142. The push bar 141 extends along the arrangement direction of the plurality of clamping components 131. The third drive member 142 is connected to the push bar 141 to drive the push bar 141 to move toward the clamping components 131 and to drive the plurality of support plates to move.

[0105] Thus, the third drive unit 142 centrally controls the unlocking action of multiple clamping components 131 through the push bar 141, making the operation more centralized and efficient, reducing the number of third drive units 142 required, and simplifying the control system of the equipment.

[0106] Thus, the design of push bar 141 enables multiple clamping components 131 to unlock synchronously, thereby ensuring that all cells 2 are released at the same time, improving the consistency and stability of the production process.

[0107] It should also be noted that, in order to avoid interference between the flipping mechanism 12 and the conveying mechanism 13, a lifting mechanism 15 is provided on the frame 11. The lifting mechanism 15 is connected to the flipping mechanism 12. The lifting assembly is used to drive the flipping mechanism 12 to move away from or closer to the conveying mechanism 13.

[0108] In this embodiment, the conveying mechanism 13 further includes a conveying line, and the clamping assembly 131 is disposed on the conveying line. The conveying line is used to convey the battery cell 2 fixed to the clamping assembly 131 to the space between the first clamping part 1211 and the second clamping part 1212.

[0109] Thus, the conveyor line allows the battery cell 2 to be continuously transported to the flipping mechanism 12, greatly improving production efficiency and reducing downtime caused by the battery cell 2 waiting.

[0110] In addition, the conveyor line can ensure that the battery cell 2 maintains a stable conveying speed during the conveying process, reducing damage to the battery cell 2 or positional deviation caused by uneven speed.

[0111] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a production line is provided that includes the flipping device 1 in the above embodiments. This production line has all the beneficial effects of the flipping device 1 in the above embodiments, which will not be elaborated further herein.

[0112] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0113] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0114] The embodiments, implementation methods, and related technical features of this application can be combined and substituted for each other without conflict.

[0115] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application in any way. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of this application without departing from the scope of the technical solution of this application shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of this application.

Claims

1. A flipping device, characterized in that, include: Rack (11); A flipping mechanism (12) is disposed on the frame (11). The flipping mechanism (12) has a first clamping part (1211) and a second clamping part (1212) spaced apart. The first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212) are used to cooperate in clamping the battery cell (2), so that the flipping mechanism (12) can drive the battery cell (2) clamped by the first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212) to flip; and, A conveying mechanism (13) is used to convey a battery cell (2). The first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212) are located on the conveying path of the conveying mechanism (13) for conveying the battery cell (2), so that the conveying mechanism (13) is used to convey the battery cell (2) between the first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212).

2. The flipping device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism (12) includes at least one pair of flipping components (121), with the two flipping components (121) of the same pair disposed on both sides of the conveying mechanism (13). Each flipping component (121) includes a first clamping part (1211) and a second clamping part (1212).

3. The flipping device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism (12) further includes a first driving member (122), at least one of the two flipping components (121) in the same pair is connected to the first driving member (122) for driving the corresponding flipping component (121) to rotate.

4. The flipping device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The flipping assembly (121) further includes a second driving member (1213), which is connected to the first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212) respectively, so as to drive the first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212) to clamp or release the battery cell (2); The second driving member (1213) is connected to the first driving member (122) in a transmission connection so that the first driving member (122) can drive the second driving member (1213) to rotate.

5. The flipping device according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism (13) includes a clamping assembly (131), the clamping assembly (131) comprising: A carrier (1311) for carrying the battery cell (2); and, Two grippers (1312) are disposed on the carrier (1311). The grippers (1312) can be switched to a gripping position or a lock-unlocking position to grip or unlock the battery cell (2) carried by the carrier (1311).

6. The flipping device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The carrier (1311) includes a base and a support plate. The support plate is movably connected to the base and is disposed between the two grippers (1312) for carrying the battery cell (2). The support plate is also movably connected to the grippers (1312). The flipping device (1) further includes an unlocking mechanism (14), which is movably connected to the support plate; The unlocking mechanism (14) can push the support plate to move the support plate along a first direction, so that the two grippers (1312) move away from each other along a second direction; wherein the first direction and the second direction are different; The unlocking mechanism (14) is detachable from the support plate to allow the support plate to move in a first direction and to bring the two grippers (1312) closer to each other in a second direction.

7. The flipping device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The carrier (1311) further includes a transmission component (1315). Each gripper (1312) is connected to at least one transmission component (1315). The bearing plate is provided with an elongated hole (1316). The length direction of the elongated hole (1316) is inclined to the first direction and the second direction, respectively. The transmission component (1315) is slidably installed in the elongated hole (1316) so that the movement of the bearing plate along the first direction can drive the two grippers (1312) to move closer to each other or further away from each other.

8. The flipping device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The carrier (1311) further includes an elastic element (1317) which is elastically connected to the support plate. The elastic element (1317) is used to drive the support plate to move along a first direction so that the two grippers (1312) move closer to each other along a second direction.

9. The flipping device according to claim 6, characterized in that, At least two clamping assemblies (131) are provided, and the at least two clamping assemblies (131) are arranged at intervals along the conveying path of the conveying mechanism (13) for conveying the battery cell (2).

10. The flipping device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The unlocking mechanism (14) includes a push bar (141) and a third drive member (142). The push bar (141) extends along the arrangement direction of the plurality of clamping assemblies (131). The third drive member (142) is connected to the push bar (141) to drive the push bar (141) toward the clamping assembly (131) and to drive the plurality of carrier plates to move.

11. The flipping device according to any one of claims 6-10, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism (13) further includes a conveying line, and the clamping assembly (131) is disposed on the conveying line. The conveying line is used to convey the battery cell (2) fixed to the clamping assembly (131) to the space between the first clamping part (1211) and the second clamping part (1212).

12. A production line, characterized in that, Including the flipping device (1) as described in any one of claims 1-11.

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