Intelligent warehousing transport system

Abstract

The utility model relates to an intelligent warehousing transmission system. The intelligent warehousing transmission system has a buffer position for temporarily storing articles, and comprises a warehousing shelf, a cooperation mechanism, a loading and unloading mechanism and a transportation mechanism. The loading and unloading mechanism is used to move articles in cooperation with the access operation surface of the warehousing shelf and the cooperation mechanism, and the transportation mechanism is used to move between the docking position and the target position to move articles. When the transportation mechanism is in the docking position, it is used to hand over articles with the cooperation mechanism. Alternatively, when the buffer position is arranged on the non-transportation mechanism, the loading and unloading mechanism is also used to move articles between the buffer position and the cooperation mechanism, and the transportation mechanism in the docking position is used to hand over articles with the buffer position. Alternatively, when the buffer position is arranged on the transportation mechanism, the loading and unloading mechanism is also used to move articles between the transportation mechanism in the docking position and the cooperation mechanism. The intelligent warehousing transmission system can reduce labor costs and improve work efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of warehousing technology, specifically to an intelligent warehousing and transmission system. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of e-commerce and modern logistics, the warehousing and logistics industry is facing increasing pressure to improve cargo throughput and efficiency.

[0003] In a typical warehousing environment, storing and retrieving cargo boxes is a crucial business process for order fulfillment (goods entering and leaving the warehouse). Currently, relying on manual movement of goods by operators is too costly and inefficient, failing to meet current demands. Utility Model Content

[0004] To at least partially address the problems existing in the prior art, embodiments of this utility model provide an intelligent warehousing and transportation system. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system has buffer positions for temporary storage of goods and includes storage racks, a cooperating mechanism, a loading and unloading mechanism, and a transportation mechanism. The storage racks have storage positions for storing goods, the cooperating mechanism has the function of supporting goods, the loading and unloading mechanism is used to move goods via the access surfaces of the storage racks and the cooperating mechanism, and the transportation mechanism is used to move goods between a connection position and a target position. Specifically: when the transportation mechanism is in the connection position, it is used to exchange goods with the cooperating mechanism; or when the buffer position is located on a non-transportation mechanism, the loading and unloading mechanism is also used to move goods between the buffer position and the cooperating mechanism; when the transportation mechanism is in the connection position, it is used to exchange goods with the buffer position; or when the loading and unloading mechanism is located on the transportation mechanism, it is also used to move goods between the transportation mechanism and the cooperating mechanism at the connection position.

[0005] For example, the loading and unloading mechanism includes a loading and unloading bracket and a loading and unloading arm, the loading and unloading arm being disposed on the loading and unloading bracket and used to move items between a storage position and a cooperating mechanism; wherein: the loading and unloading arm is also used to move items between a buffer position and a cooperating mechanism; or the loading and unloading arm is also used to move items between a transport mechanism and a cooperating mechanism when the transport mechanism is in a connecting position and the buffer position.

[0006] For example, the loading arm is provided with a hook for hooking to move items or a suction cup for adsorbing to move items.

[0007] For example, the intelligent warehouse transfer system also includes a first moving component, the drive end of which is connected to a loading and unloading bracket to drive the loading and unloading bracket to move vertically to change the height difference between the mating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

[0008] For example, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system further includes a second moving component, the drive end of which is connected to the cooperating mechanism to drive the cooperating mechanism to move vertically, thereby changing the height difference between the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

[0009] For example, the loading and unloading mechanism is located above the cooperating mechanism, and the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism are spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction to form a carrying space for accommodating articles between the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

[0010] For example, the cooperating mechanism is a carrier mechanism, an automated guided vehicle, or a storage robot.

[0011] For example, the storage rack includes a cache storage area configured as a cache location and a storage storage area configured as a storage location, wherein: the storage rack is disposed on a platform, the cache storage area is located at the bottom of the storage rack, and a transport mechanism is used to move along the platform between a connection location and a target location; or the storage storage area is located below the cache storage area, and the storage rack also includes a passageway configured to allow the transport mechanism to pass through the passageway to move between the connection location and the target location.

[0012] For example, a buffer position is set on the top surface of the storage rack, and a transport mechanism is used to move along the top surface between the docking position and the target position.

[0013] For example, the intelligent warehouse transport system also includes a buffer unit located outside the warehouse rack, with buffer positions located on the buffer unit.

[0014] For example, the intelligent warehouse transfer system also includes a beam assembly parallel to the access operation surface, with a cooperating mechanism and a loading / unloading mechanism connected to the beam assembly to be movable along the beam assembly.

[0015] For example, the mating mechanism and the loading / unloading mechanism are respectively connected to the beam assembly so that they are movable independently of each other along the beam assembly.

[0016] For example, the beam assembly includes a vertical beam and a horizontal beam, the vertical beam extending in a vertical direction, a mating mechanism and a loading / unloading mechanism being connected to the vertical beam, the horizontal beam extending in a horizontal direction parallel to the access operation surface, and the vertical beam being movable along the horizontal beam.

[0017] The intelligent warehousing and transportation system provided in this application can reduce manual intervention by coordinating storage racks, cooperating mechanisms, loading and unloading mechanisms, and transportation mechanisms, thereby reducing labor costs and improving work efficiency.

[0018] This utility model description introduces a series of simplified concepts, which will be further explained in detail in the detailed description section. This utility model description is not intended to limit the key features and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.

[0019] The advantages and features of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The following drawings, which are incorporated herein by reference as part of this invention, are provided for understanding the invention. The drawings illustrate embodiments of the invention and their descriptions, serving to explain the principles of the invention. In the drawings,

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an intelligent warehousing and transportation system according to a first exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of an intelligent warehousing and transportation system according to a second exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an intelligent warehousing and transportation system according to a third exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 A perspective view of a buffer according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of an intelligent warehousing and transportation system according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 A partial structural diagram of an intelligent warehousing and transportation system according to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention; and

[0027] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of a transportation mechanism according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0029] 100. Buffer position; 200. Storage rack; 201. Storage position; 202. Access control surface; 203. Top surface; 204. Buffer storage area; 205. Storage storage area; 206. Passage area; 300. Loading and unloading mechanism; 310. Loading and unloading bracket; 320. Loading and unloading arm; 330. Hook; 340. Suction cup; 400. Coordination mechanism; 401. Bearing surface; 402. Bearing space; 510. First moving component; 520. Second moving component; 600. Beam assembly; 610. Vertical beam; 620. Horizontal beam; 700. Tabletop; 800. Buffer component; 900. Transportation mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0030] In the following description, some details of the present invention are provided to better understand the technical solution of the present invention. However, those skilled in the art will understand that the following description only illustrates preferred embodiments of the present invention, and the present invention can be implemented without one or more of these details. Furthermore, to avoid confusion with the present invention, some technical features known in the art are not described in detail.

[0031] This utility model provides an intelligent warehousing and transportation system. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system can automate the movement of goods. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system of this utility model embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system may have a buffer position 100. The buffer position 100 can be used for temporary storage of items. The intelligent warehousing and transfer system may include a storage rack 200, a cooperating mechanism 400, a loading and unloading mechanism 300, and a transport mechanism 900. The buffer position 100 can be set in any suitable location, such as on the storage rack 200, on the transport mechanism 900, or on any other suitable mechanism.

[0033] The storage rack 200 may have storage positions 201 and access operation surfaces 202. Storage positions 201 can be used to store items. Access operation surfaces 202 may be parallel to the plane of the beam assembly 600 (i.e., the plane defined by the second horizontal direction XX and the vertical direction ZZ). The second horizontal direction XX may be perpendicular to the vertical direction ZZ. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can perform access operations, i.e., retrieve or store items, at the storage positions 201 via the access operation surfaces 202.

[0034] The mating mechanism 400 may have the function of supporting items. The mating mechanism 400 may also have the function of securing items by clamping or other means. The mating mechanism 400 may be a carrying mechanism, an automated guided vehicle (AGV), or a storage robot. Depending on the type of item and / or the specific needs, the mating mechanism 400 may have an adaptable structure to meet usage requirements. In an embodiment where the mating mechanism 400 is a carrying mechanism, the carrying mechanism may include a carrying surface 401. The carrying surface 401 may be used to support items. The carrying surface 401 may include any suitable surface on the carrying mechanism. For example, the top surface of the carrying mechanism may be the carrying surface 401; alternatively, the carrying mechanism may be configured to have a hopper for placing items, and the carrying surface 401 may include the bottom surface inside the hopper. For example, the carrying mechanism may include a top wall, a bottom wall, and side walls that are interconnected to form a hopper similar to a passageway. The entrance and exit of the passageway may face the storage rack 200, allowing items to move between the storage location 201 on the storage rack 200 and the carrying surface 401. Items include, but are not limited to, goods or boxes. The cargo containers may include one or more of the following: cargo containers that are compatible with the specifications of storage location 201 and buffer location 100, and the original packaging of the goods. Cargo containers include, but are not limited to, plastic boxes or cardboard boxes. Original packaging may include one or more of the following: original packaging boxes and original packaging bags. When storing goods using cargo containers, typically only one or more sizes of cargo containers are placed on each storage rack 200.

[0035] The loading and unloading mechanism 300 can be used to move items between the storage position 201 and the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access operation surface 202. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 can move items in any suitable manner, including but not limited to hooking, magnetic attraction, or clamping. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 can also be used to move items (e.g., to lift or lower items) via the access operation surface 202 and in cooperation with the cooperating mechanism 400.

[0036] The transport mechanism 900 can be used to move goods between a receiving location and a destination location. The transport mechanism 900 includes, but is not limited to, mobile carts, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), or robots. The transport mechanism 900 can move along any suitable walking surface, such as the ground (aisle) and / or the platform surface. When the transport mechanism 900 moves to the destination location, goods can be removed from the transport mechanism 900 or placed on the transport mechanism 900 by manual labor or a robotic arm or other related structure.

[0037] In some embodiments, when the transport mechanism 900 is in the docking position, it can be used to transfer items with the cooperating mechanism 400. The transfer of items between the transport mechanism 900 and the cooperating mechanism 400 can include either the transport mechanism 900 placing items on the cooperating mechanism 400 or the transport mechanism 900 removing items from the cooperating mechanism 400. The transport mechanism 900 can transfer items with the cooperating mechanism 400 in any suitable manner. For example, the transport mechanism 900 can move below the cooperating mechanism 400 and then lift the items on the cooperating mechanism 400 to remove them; or the transport mechanism 900 can move below the cooperating mechanism 400 and then lower the items on it and place them on the cooperating mechanism 400; or the transport mechanism 900 can also transfer items with the cooperating mechanism 400 by magnetic attraction, friction, or a robotic arm mounted thereon.

[0038] In practical applications, the intelligent warehousing and transportation system of this embodiment allows for the following operations: When goods need to be stored, they can be placed on the transport mechanism 900 at the target location. The transport mechanism 900 can then move to the receiving position. When the transport mechanism 900 moves to the receiving position (during receiving and / or transport operations), it can place the goods on the cooperating mechanism 400. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can then move the goods with the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access control surface 202. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can then move the goods from the cooperating mechanism 400 to the storage location 201 via the access control surface 202, completing the storage process. Conversely, when goods need to be removed from the warehouse, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can move the goods from the storage location 201 to the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access control surface 202. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can then move the goods with the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access control surface 202. Finally, the transport mechanism 900 at the receiving position can remove the goods from the cooperating mechanism 400 and move them to the target location. When the transport unit 900 moves to the target location, the items on it can be retrieved to complete the outbound process. In this way, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system can reduce manual intervention, thereby lowering labor costs and improving work efficiency. Furthermore, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system is relatively simple, thus reducing manufacturing costs.

[0039] In some embodiments, the buffer position 100 may be located on a non-transport mechanism 900, such as on a storage rack 200 or a separate buffer unit 800. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can also be used to move items between the buffer position 100 and the cooperating mechanism 400. When the transport mechanism 900 is in the connecting position, it can be used to transfer items to the buffer position 100. For the transfer of items between the transport mechanism 900 and the buffer position 100, it can include either the transport mechanism 900 placing items on the buffer position 100 or removing items from the buffer position 100. The transfer of items between the transport mechanism 900 and the buffer position 100 can be similar to the transfer of items between the transport mechanism 900 and the cooperating mechanism 400; their working principles are similar and will not be elaborated further for simplicity.

[0040] In practical applications, the intelligent warehousing and transportation system of this embodiment allows for the following operations: When goods need to be stored, they can be placed on the transport mechanism 900 at the target location. The transport mechanism 900 can then move to the receiving location. Upon reaching the receiving location, the transport mechanism 900 can place the goods on the buffer position 100. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 can then move the goods from the buffer position 100 to the cooperating mechanism 400. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 and the cooperating mechanism 400 can then move the goods via the access operation surface 202. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 can then move the goods from the cooperating mechanism 400 to the storage position 201 via the access operation surface 202, completing the storage process. Conversely, when goods need to be removed from the warehouse, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can move the goods from the storage position 201 to the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access operation surface 202. The loading and unloading mechanism 300 and the cooperating mechanism 400 can then move the goods via the access operation surface 202. Then, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can move the items from the cooperating mechanism 400 to the buffer position 100. Then, the transport mechanism 900, located at the connection point, can remove the items from the buffer position 100 and move them to the target location. When the transport mechanism 900 reaches the target location, the items on the transport mechanism 900 can be removed to complete the outbound process. Because of the buffer position 100, the cooperating mechanism 400 and the waiting transport mechanism 900 do not need to wait for each other; they can work independently, thereby improving the efficiency and flexibility of the intelligent warehousing and transport system.

[0041] In some embodiments, the buffer position 100 may be located on the transport mechanism 900. Thus, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can also be used to move items between the transport mechanism 900 and the cooperating mechanism 400 at the connection position. In practical applications of the intelligent warehousing and transportation system of this embodiment, when items need to be stored, the items can be placed on the transport mechanism 900 at the target position. Then, the transport mechanism 900 can move to the connection position. When the transport mechanism 900 moves to the connection position, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can move the item to the cooperating mechanism 400. Then, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 and the cooperating mechanism 400 can move the item via the access operation surface 202. Then, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can move the item on the cooperating mechanism 400 to the storage position 201 via the access operation surface 202 to complete the storage. Conversely, when items need to be removed from storage, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can move the item in the storage position 201 to the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access operation surface 202. Then, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can move items with the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access operation surface 202. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can then move the items from the cooperating mechanism 400 to the transport mechanism 900 at the connection position. The transport mechanism 900 can then move to the target location. When the transport mechanism 900 reaches the target location, the items on the transport mechanism 900 can be removed to complete the outbound process. In this embodiment, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can also handle the transfer of items between the transport mechanism 900 and the cooperating mechanism 400, making the intelligent warehousing and transfer system simpler and thus reducing manufacturing costs.

[0042] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the storage rack 200 may include a buffer storage area 204 and a storage storage area 205. The buffer storage area 204 may be configured as a buffer position 100, that is, the buffer position 100 may be located within the storage rack 200. The storage storage area 205 may be configured as a storage position 201. The storage rack 200 may include any suitable number of buffer storage areas 204 and storage storage areas 205. The storage rack 200 may be mounted on a tabletop 700. The tabletop 700 may include the ground or any suitable surface of a mechanism. The buffer storage area 204 may be located at the bottom layer of the storage rack 200. That is, along the vertical direction ZZ, there is no storage storage area 205 below the buffer storage area 204. The storage storage area 205 may be located above the buffer storage area 204 and / or at least one side along the horizontal direction. The transport mechanism 900 may be used to move along the tabletop 700 between the connection position and the destination position. With this configuration, the storage rack 200 only needs to designate one or more areas as buffer positions 100, eliminating the need for an additional structure in the intelligent warehousing and transport system for the buffer positions 100. Furthermore, the transport mechanism 900 can move along the lower platform 700 without requiring lifting or lowering, resulting in lower energy consumption.

[0043] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, a storage area 205 can be located below the buffer storage area 204. That is, the buffer storage area 204 is not located at the bottom of the storage rack 200; it can be located in the middle or top layer. The storage rack 200 may also include a passageway 206. The passageway 206 can be configured to allow the transport mechanism 900 to pass through, moving between the connection point and the destination point. It should be noted that during the movement of the transport mechanism 900 between the connection point and the destination point, it can move entirely within the passageway 206, or only partially within it. This configuration gives the buffer storage area 204 greater flexibility, allowing it to select the nearest storage location 201, thereby reducing the trajectory length of the moved items and improving the efficiency of the intelligent warehousing and transport system.

[0044] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, the buffer position 100 can be set on the top surface 203 of the storage rack 200. The transport mechanism 900 can be used to move along the top surface 203 between the receiving position and the target position. It should be noted that during the movement of the transport mechanism 900 between the receiving position and the target position, it can move entirely on the top surface 203, or only partially along the top surface 203. This arrangement can make full use of the structure of the storage rack 200, reduce the utilization rate of the tabletop 700, and thus provide space for other mechanisms to move on the tabletop 700.

[0045] For example, such as Figure 7 As shown, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system may also include a buffer unit 800. The buffer unit 800 can be installed outside the storage rack 200. For example, the buffer unit 800 can be installed on one side of the storage rack 200, or at any other suitable location. The buffer unit 800 may include a buffer rack, a table, or any other structure capable of placing items. A buffer position 100 can be installed on the buffer unit 800. This configuration results in a relatively simple structure for the intelligent warehousing and transfer system. Furthermore, depending on actual needs, the buffer unit 800 can be installed at any suitable location to facilitate the handover of materials between the loading / unloading mechanism 300, the cooperating mechanism 400, and the transport mechanism 900.

[0046] For example, such as Figures 4 to 6As shown, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 may include a loading and unloading bracket 310 and a loading and unloading arm 320. The loading and unloading arm 320 may be mounted on the loading and unloading bracket 310. The structure of the loading and unloading bracket 310 can be arbitrary. The loading and unloading arm 320 can be used to move items between the storage position 201 and the cooperating mechanism 400 via the access operation surface 202; wherein: the loading and unloading arm 320 can also be used to move items between the buffer position 100 and the cooperating mechanism 400. Alternatively, in an embodiment where the transport mechanism 900 is in the docking position and is located in the buffer position 100, the loading and unloading arm 320 can also be used to move items between the transport mechanism 900 and the cooperating mechanism 400 in the docking position. The loading and unloading arm 320 can connect items by any suitable means such as hooking, clamping, magnetic attraction or vacuum adsorption to move items. The loading and unloading arm 320 can be driven by any suitable means such as a motor and / or cylinder to move items. With this configuration, the structure of the loading and unloading mechanism 300 is relatively simple and easy to manufacture.

[0047] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, a hook 330 can be installed on the loading / unloading arm 320. The hook 330 can be used to hook items to move them. The hook 330 can hook onto the adaptable structure of the item, such as a groove, thereby connecting with the item and moving it. With this configuration, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system can connect and move items through mechanical connections, resulting in a relatively simple structure.

[0048] For example, such as Figure 6 As shown, a suction cup 340 can be installed on the loading / unloading arm 320. The suction cup 340 can be used to adhere to items for movement. The suction cup 340 can adhere to any suitable surface, such as a flat surface, of the item, thereby establishing a connection and enabling movement. With this configuration, the item does not require a special fitting structure; it only needs a surface for adhesion. Therefore, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system has lower requirements for the items and greater applicability.

[0049] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6As shown, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system may further include a first moving component 510. The drive end of the first moving component 510 can be connected to the loading and unloading bracket 310 to drive the loading and unloading bracket 310 to move ZZ vertically. That is, the entire loading and unloading mechanism 300 can be raised and lowered ZZ vertically. In this way, the height difference between the mating mechanism 400 and the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can be changed. The first moving component 510 includes, but is not limited to, a motor moving component or a cylinder moving component. The first moving component 510 can be mounted on the vertical beam 610 described below. With this configuration, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can be used to move items of different sizes. Specifically, when the loading and unloading mechanism 300 is height-adjustable relative to the mating mechanism 400, the mating mechanism 400 can be moved to a position approximately flush with the storage position 201, and the loading and unloading mechanism 300 can engage with the adapting structure (e.g., a groove or surface) of items of different heights, thereby allowing them to be moved smoothly between the mating mechanism 400 and the storage position 201.

[0050] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6 As shown, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system may also include a second moving component 520. The drive end of the second moving component 520 can be connected to the mating mechanism 400 to drive the mating mechanism 400 to move vertically in the ZZ direction. That is, the entire mating mechanism 400 can be raised and lowered vertically in the ZZ direction. This allows for changing the height difference between the mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300. The second moving component 520 includes, but is not limited to, a motor moving component or a cylinder moving component. The second moving component 520 can be mounted on the vertical beam 610 described below. With this configuration, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can be used to move items of different sizes. Specifically, when the loading / unloading mechanism 300 is height-adjustable relative to the mating mechanism 400, the mating mechanism 400 can move to a position approximately flush with the storage position 201. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 can engage with the adapting structure (e.g., a groove or surface) of items of different heights, thereby smoothly moving them between the mating mechanism 400 and the storage position 201.

[0051] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6As shown, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can be located above the mating mechanism 400. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can be spaced apart from each other vertically ZZ to form a carrying space 402 for accommodating articles between the mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300. The loading / unloading mechanism 300 may no longer interfere with the mating mechanism 400. Although in the illustrated embodiment, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 is located directly above the mating mechanism 400, in other embodiments not shown, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can be located diagonally above the mating mechanism 400, as long as the loading / unloading mechanism 300 is above the mating mechanism 400. Exemplarily, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 and the mating mechanism 400 can be completely spaced apart without any connecting member between them. In this embodiment, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 and the mating mechanism 400 can each be connected to the beam assembly 600. Exemplarily, the spaced-apart loading / unloading mechanism 300 and the mating mechanism 400 can be connected by a connecting member such as a bracket or column to space them apart. In this way, the loading and unloading mechanism 300 does not need to occupy space on the cooperating mechanism 400, especially the space along the first horizontal direction YY. This reduces the size of the cooperating mechanism 400 along the first horizontal direction YY, allowing for a smaller spacing between adjacent storage racks 200, thereby improving the storage efficiency of the intelligent warehousing and transfer system. The first horizontal direction YY can be perpendicular to the second horizontal direction XX and the vertical direction ZZ. Furthermore, since the loading and unloading mechanism 300 is no longer located on the cooperating mechanism 400, the carrying space 402 can be larger, allowing for the carrying of larger items. The movement of items along the first horizontal direction YY on the cooperating mechanism 400 is no longer restricted, enabling items to enter and exit the carrying surface 401 unimpeded from both the front (facing the storage rack 200) and rear (facing away from the storage rack 200) sides, facilitating subsequent operations.

[0052] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6 As shown, the intelligent warehousing and transfer system may further include a beam assembly 600. The beam assembly 600 may be parallel to the access surface 202. A mating mechanism 400 and a loading / unloading mechanism 300 may be connected to the beam assembly 600 to be movable along the beam assembly 600. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 may be interconnected, and one of them may be connected to the beam assembly 600; alternatively, the mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 may be connected to the beam assembly 600 separately. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 may move synchronously along the beam assembly 600 or move independently. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 may be driven by any suitable driving component such as a motor or cylinder to move along the beam assembly 600.

[0053] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6As shown, the mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can be connected to the beam assembly 600 respectively, allowing them to move independently along the beam assembly 600. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can operate completely independently, unlike in the prior art where they must work together. For example, after the loading / unloading mechanism 300 moves an item from storage position 201 to the mating mechanism 400, the mating mechanism 400 can move independently without carrying the loading / unloading mechanism 300 synchronously, thus reducing energy consumption. During this process, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can remain stationary or move ahead to the next storage position 201 to prepare for the next movement, thereby improving work efficiency. The cooperating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 do not need to be set up in a one-to-one correspondence. Different cooperating mechanisms 400 and loading / unloading mechanisms 300 can be arbitrarily combined. For example, after the loading / unloading mechanism 300 moves the item from storage position 201 to the cooperating mechanism 400, the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can cooperate with other cooperating mechanisms 400 to move the item. Similarly, after the cooperating mechanism 400 completes the item handover, it can also cooperate with other loading / unloading mechanisms 300 to move the item. Thus, the number of cooperating mechanisms 400 and loading / unloading mechanisms 300 can be different to adapt to different needs. For example, when the moving path of the cooperating mechanism 400 is long, more cooperating mechanisms 400 can be set up individually. In short, there are multiple options for cooperating mechanisms 400 and loading / unloading mechanisms 300 to meet different logistics needs, thereby improving work efficiency in a targeted manner.

[0054] For example, such as Figures 5 to 6 As shown, the beam assembly 600 may include vertical beams 610 and horizontal beams 620. The vertical beams 610 may include at least one, for example, one, two, or more. Each vertical beam 610 may extend in a vertical direction ZZ. In embodiments with multiple vertical beams 610, the multiple vertical beams 610 may be arranged in a second horizontal direction XX. The vertical beams 610 may be made of any suitable material such as aluminum or steel. The horizontal beams 620 may include at least one, for example, one, two, or more. Each horizontal beam 620 may extend in a second horizontal direction XX (i.e., a direction parallel to the access operation surface 202). At least one vertical beam 610 may be movable along the horizontal beams 620. In embodiments with multiple horizontal beams 620, the multiple horizontal beams 620 may be arranged in a vertical direction ZZ. At least one vertical beam 610 may be movable along each horizontal beam 620. The horizontal beams 620 may be made of any suitable material such as aluminum or steel. The vertical beams 610 may be movable along the horizontal beams 620. The mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 (specifically, the loading / unloading bracket 310) can be connected to the vertical beam 610. With this configuration, the mating mechanism 400 and the loading / unloading mechanism 300 can move along the beam assembly 600 to any suitable position to exchange items with different storage positions 201.

[0055] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional terms such as "front", "rear", "up", "down", "left", "right", "horizontal", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", and "bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship, which are usually 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. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself.

[0056] For ease of description, relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," and "above" are used here to describe the regional positional relationship of one or more components or features shown in the figures to other components or features. It should be understood that relative terms include not only the orientation of the component as depicted in the figure but also different orientations during use or operation. For example, if the components in the figures are inverted as a whole, "above" or "above other components or features" will include cases where the component is "below" or "under" other components or features. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." Furthermore, these components or features may also be positioned at other different angles (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or other angles), and this document intends to include all such cases.

[0057] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, parts, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0058] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in sequences other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0059] This utility model has been described through the above embodiments. However, it should be understood that the above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the utility model to the described embodiments. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments, and many more variations and modifications can be made based on the teachings of this utility model, all of which fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An intelligent warehousing and transportation system, characterized in that, The intelligent warehousing and transportation system has a buffer space for temporary storage of items, and the intelligent warehousing and transportation system includes storage racks, coordination mechanisms, loading and unloading mechanisms, and transportation mechanisms. The storage rack has storage compartments for storing the items, the cooperating mechanism has the function of supporting the items, the loading and unloading mechanism is used to move the items via the access surface of the storage rack and the cooperating mechanism, and the transport mechanism is used to move between the receiving position and the target position to move the items; wherein: When the transport mechanism is at the docking position, it is used to transfer the goods to the cooperating mechanism; or When the buffer position is not located on the transport mechanism, the loading and unloading mechanism is also used to move the item between the buffer position and the cooperating mechanism; when the transport mechanism is in the connecting position, it is used to transfer the item to the buffer position; or When the buffer position is set on the transport mechanism, the loading and unloading mechanism is also used to move the item between the transport mechanism and the cooperating mechanism when the item is in the docking position.

2. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The loading and unloading mechanism includes a loading and unloading bracket and a loading and unloading arm. The loading and unloading arm is mounted on the loading and unloading bracket and is used to move the item between the storage position and the cooperating mechanism; wherein: The loading arm is also used to move the article between the buffer position and the cooperating mechanism; or The loading arm is also used to move the item between the transport mechanism and the cooperating mechanism when the transport mechanism is in the docking position and in the buffer position.

3. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The loading and unloading arm is equipped with a hook for hooking and moving the item or a suction cup for adsorbing and moving the item.

4. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The intelligent warehousing and transportation system also includes a first moving component, the drive end of which is connected to the loading and unloading bracket to drive the loading and unloading bracket to move vertically, thereby changing the height difference between the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

5. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent warehousing and transportation system also includes a second moving component, the drive end of which is connected to the cooperating mechanism to drive the cooperating mechanism to move vertically, thereby changing the height difference between the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

6. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The loading and unloading mechanism is located above the cooperating mechanism, and the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism are spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction to form a carrying space for accommodating the article between the cooperating mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism.

7. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cooperating mechanism is a carrying mechanism, an automated guided vehicle, or a storage and retrieval robot.

8. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The storage rack includes a cache storage area configured as the cache position and a storage storage area configured as the storage position, wherein: The storage racks are mounted on a platform, the buffer storage area is located at the bottom of the storage racks, and the transport mechanism is used to move along the platform between the docking position and the target position; or The storage area is located below the cache storage area, and the storage rack also includes a passageway constructed to allow the transport mechanism to pass through the passageway to move between the docking location and the target location.

9. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer position is disposed on the top surface of the storage rack, and the transport mechanism is used to move along the top surface between the docking position and the target position.

10. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent warehousing and transport system also includes a buffer unit installed outside the storage rack, with the buffer position located on the buffer unit.

11. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent warehousing and transport system also includes a beam assembly parallel to the access operation surface, and the cooperation mechanism and the loading and unloading mechanism are connected to the beam assembly so as to be movable along the beam assembly.

12. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The mating mechanism and the loading / unloading mechanism are respectively connected to the beam assembly so that they are movable independently along the beam assembly.

13. The intelligent warehousing and transportation system as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The beam assembly includes a vertical beam and a horizontal beam. The vertical beam extends in a vertical direction. The mating mechanism and the loading / unloading mechanism are connected to the vertical beam. The horizontal beam extends in a horizontal direction parallel to the access operation surface. The vertical beam is movable along the horizontal beam.

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