3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of feeding, especially 3 axis angle compensation feeding mechanism with angle. 3 axis angle compensation feeding mechanism with angle includes module, the module includes horizontal guide rail, the horizontal guide rail is slidably connected with longitudinal guide rail, and the longitudinal guide rail is slidably connected with support plate, wherein the top side of support plate is connected with visual camera through support, and the lens of visual camera faces downward, the side of support plate is connected with rotary correction motor, and rotary correction motor is located below support, and the bottom of rotary correction motor is connected with electric clamp jaw. The 3 axis angle compensation feeding mechanism with angle provided by the utility model can real-time detect material angle deviation through visual camera, and two-stage correction is completed by rotary correction motor and rotary electric claw in cooperation, can accurately adjust material posture, can also realize automatic correction in the face of slight angle deviation, effectively avoids the problem of assembly failure caused by angle error, and significantly improves feeding accuracy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feeding, and in particular to a 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial automated production, precise material feeding is a crucial step in ensuring product quality and production efficiency. Traditional feeding mechanisms typically only have linear motion capabilities along the X, Y, and Z axes, making them unable to effectively compensate for angular deviations in the material. When angular deviations occur during material transport, traditional mechanisms often require manual intervention or additional correction procedures, leading to low production efficiency and increased labor costs.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies, a 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation is provided to solve the above problems.

[0005] The 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation provided by this utility model includes: a module; the module includes a transverse guide rail, a longitudinal guide rail slidably connected to the transverse guide rail, and a support plate slidably connected to the longitudinal guide rail; wherein, a vision camera is connected to the top side of the support plate via a bracket, and the lens of the vision camera faces downward; a rotary correction motor is connected to one side of the support plate, and the rotary correction motor is located below the bracket; an electric gripper is connected to the bottom of the rotary correction motor; a material distribution correction component is provided below the module, and a support leg is provided at the bottom of the material distribution correction component.

[0006] Preferably, a vibratory feeder is provided on one side of the material distribution and correction component, and a linear vibrator is connected between the material distribution and correction component and the vibratory feeder. The inlet of the material distribution and correction component is connected to the outlet of the vibratory feeder through the linear vibrator.

[0007] Preferably, the material distribution and correction assembly includes a base plate, a placement plate is mounted on the base plate, a positioning plate is mounted on one side of the base plate located on the placement plate, and a rotating electric gripper is mounted on one side of the base plate located on the positioning plate.

[0008] Preferably, a support platform is installed at the bottom of the vibratory feeder.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the vertical vibration device is provided with a shock-absorbing support, and the bottom of the shock-absorbing support is connected to a shock-absorbing leg.

[0010] Compared with related technologies, the shaft angle compensation feeding mechanism provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects: This invention uses a vision camera to detect material angle deviation in real time, and a rotary correction motor and a rotating electric gripper work together to complete two-stage correction. It can accurately adjust the material posture and can automatically correct even the slightest angular deviation, effectively avoiding assembly defects caused by angular errors and significantly improving feeding accuracy.

[0011] This invention integrates a vibratory feeder, direct vibration, and material distribution and correction components to automate the entire process of material handling, from disordered arrangement and directional conveying to precise positioning. Combined with a three-axis motion module and a closed-loop control system, detection, correction, and loading actions can be completed without manual intervention, significantly shortening the loading cycle and greatly improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation provided by this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of one of the material distribution correction components is shown below; Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the second material distribution correction component.

[0013] The following are the labels in the diagram: 1. Module; 11. Horizontal guide rail; 12. Longitudinal guide rail; 13. Support plate; 2. Vision camera; 3. Rotary correction motor; 4. Electric gripper; 5. Material distribution correction assembly; 51. Base plate; 52. Placement plate; 53. Positioning plate; 54. Rotary electric gripper; 6. Vibratory feeder; 61. Support platform; 7. Straight vibration; 71. Vibration damping support; 72. Vibration damping leg. Detailed Implementation

[0014] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0015] The specific implementation of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0016] This utility model provides a 3-axis angle-compensated feeding mechanism, which includes: a module 1; the module 1 includes a transverse guide rail 11, a longitudinal guide rail 12 slidably connected to the transverse guide rail 11, and a support plate 13 slidably connected to the longitudinal guide rail 12; wherein, a vision camera 2 is connected to the top side of the support plate 13 via a bracket, and the lens of the vision camera 2 faces downward; a rotary correction motor 3 is connected to one side of the support plate 13, and the rotary correction motor 3 is located below the bracket; an electric gripper 4 is connected to the bottom of the rotary correction motor 3; a material distribution correction component 5 is provided below the module 1, and a support leg is provided at the bottom of the material distribution correction component 5.

[0017] It should be noted that: the transverse guide rail 11 in module 1 provides horizontal lateral movement, driving the entire longitudinal guide rail 12 and support plate 13 to move along the X-axis, achieving lateral positioning of the material. The longitudinal guide rail 12 provides horizontal longitudinal movement, driving the support plate 13 to move along the Y-axis, cooperating with the transverse guide rail 11 to achieve positioning at any position in the plane. The support plate 13 serves as a support platform for the vision camera 2 and the rotary correction motor 3, integrating and fixing both onto the longitudinal guide rail 12 to ensure synchronous movement of all components. The vision camera 2 is mounted on the top of the support plate 13, with its lens pointing downwards towards the material on the material distribution correction component 5. It can not only detect the angular deviation of the material but also has the function of identifying the front and back of the material. When the vision camera 2 detects that the material is reversed, module 1, through the coordinated movement of the transverse guide rail 11 and the longitudinal guide rail 12, moves the vision camera 2 and the electric gripper 4 below it to a preset reverse position. At this time, the rotary correction motor 3 drives the electric gripper 4 to rotate the reversed material 180° around the Z-axis, automatically flipping the reversed material into a corrected material. Then, module 1 drives the relevant components back to their original positions for subsequent gripping and loading operations. The rotary correction motor 3 is mounted on the side of the support plate 13, below the vision camera 2. Its output shaft is connected to the electric gripper 4. Based on the angle deviation data detected by the vision camera 2, it drives the electric gripper 4 to rotate around the Z-axis to achieve precise compensation of the material angle. The electric gripper 4 is connected to the bottom of the rotary correction motor 3 and rotates synchronously with the motor. The opening and closing action of the gripper is achieved through motor drive, completing the gripping and release of the material. The material distribution correction component 5 is located below module 1 and is fixed to the ground or equipment platform by support legs.

[0018] In an embodiment of this utility model, a vibratory plate 6 is provided on one side of the material distribution correction component 5, and a linear vibrator 7 is connected between the material distribution correction component 5 and the vibratory plate 6. The inlet of the material distribution correction component 5 is connected to the outlet of the vibratory plate 6 through the linear vibrator 7.

[0019] It should be noted that the vibratory feeder 6 is mainly used to arrange and directionally convey disordered materials. It uses an internal vibration device to create a specific trajectory for the material within the feeder, gradually moving it to the discharge port. The linear vibrator 7, as an intermediate transmission component connecting the vibratory feeder 6 and the material distribution and correction assembly 5, plays a role in smoothly and directionally conveying materials. It transmits the material output from the vibratory feeder 6's discharge port to the material distribution and correction assembly 5's inlet at a stable speed and posture, preventing positional shifts or posture changes during transmission. The linear vibrator 7 provides a linear, low-vibration transmission environment, ensuring that the material accurately enters the material distribution and correction assembly 5. The material distribution and correction assembly 5 is a key component for further material processing. After the material enters the material distribution and correction assembly 5 from the vibratory feeder 6 via the linear vibrator 7, it performs initial positioning and posture correction. The material distribution and correction assembly 5 ensures that the material is in a relatively standard and accurate position before being detected by the vision camera 2 and grasped by the electric gripper 4, facilitating subsequent precise operations. The material is placed in the vibratory feeder 6, which, through its internal vibrating motor and special disc structure, causes the material to gradually move towards the discharge port along a spiral track or a specific path. The material output from the discharge port of the vibratory feeder 6 enters the linear vibrator 7. The linear vibrator 7 generates linear vibration through a vibration device at its bottom, causing the material to move smoothly along the track towards the material distribution and correction assembly 5.

[0020] In an embodiment of this utility model, the material distribution and correction component 5 includes a base plate 51, a placement plate 52 is mounted on the base plate 51, a positioning plate 53 is mounted on one side of the placement plate 52 on the base plate 51, and a rotating electric claw 54 is mounted on one side of the positioning plate 53 on the base plate 51.

[0021] It should be noted that: the base plate 51 serves as the basic load-bearing structure of the material distribution and correction assembly 5, providing an installation platform for the placement plate 52, positioning plate 53, and rotating electric gripper 54, ensuring the relative positions of each component are fixed. The placement plate 52 is installed on the base plate 51, restricting the movement of materials. The positioning plate 53 is located on one side of the pressure plate 52, and its surface is provided with positioning grooves adapted to the shape of the material. The rotating electric gripper 54 is installed on the other side of the positioning plate 53 on the base plate 51, combining clamping and rotation functions. After the placement plate 52 and positioning plate 53 have completed the fixing and initial positioning of the material, the rotating electric gripper 54 can clamp the material and achieve 360° rotation or rotation at a specific angle through the built-in motor drive, performing fine-tuning of the material's angle.

[0022] In an embodiment of this utility model, a support platform 61 is installed at the bottom of the vibratory feeder 6.

[0023] It should be noted that the support platform 61, as the bottom support structure of the vibratory feeder 6, is fixedly connected to the vibratory feeder 6 by bolts or welding, and bears the weight of the vibratory feeder 6 and the materials inside it. This ensures that the vibratory feeder 6 remains horizontal and stable during operation, and avoids positional shift or tilting caused by vibration, thereby ensuring the orderly arrangement and directional conveying of materials in the vibratory feeder 6.

[0024] In an embodiment of this utility model, a shock-absorbing support 71 is provided at the bottom of the direct vibration 7, and a shock-absorbing leg 72 is connected to the bottom of the shock-absorbing support 71.

[0025] It should be noted that: During operation, the vertical vibrator 7 moves the material along the track through high-frequency vibration. The vibration damping support 71 is installed at the bottom of the vertical vibrator 7 and can effectively absorb the vibration energy generated by the vertical vibrator 7. Through elastic deformation, the vibration is buffered, preventing the vibration from being directly transmitted to the mounting surface and reducing interference with surrounding equipment and structures.

[0026] The working principle of the 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation provided by this utility model is as follows: The material is first placed in the vibratory plate 6, and is arranged in an orderly manner along the spiral track and conveyed to the discharge port by the internal vibration device. After the vertical vibrator 7 receives the material, it is conveyed to the placement plate 52 of the material distribution and correction component 5 at a stable speed and posture by the bottom vibration device. During this process, the support platform 61 at the bottom of the vibratory plate 6 ensures the stable operation of the equipment, and the shock-absorbing support 71 and shock-absorbing legs 72 at the bottom of the vertical vibrator 7 absorb the vibration and avoid interfering with the surrounding equipment. Then, the module 1 drives the support through the transverse guide rail 11 and the longitudinal guide rail 12. The vision camera 2 on the support plate 13 moves to directly above the material, captures an image of the material, and uses an image processing algorithm to analyze its angular and positional deviations, transmitting the data to the control system. Subsequently, the control system first controls the rotating electric gripper 54 to clamp the material for coarse angle adjustment, initially correcting larger deviations. After the electric gripper 4 grabs the material, the rotary correction motor 3 performs fine adjustment based on the minor deviations detected in the secondary detection, ensuring that the material reaches the required loading posture. Finally, the module 1 moves along the X and Y axes to transport the adjusted material to the designated loading position, and the electric gripper 4 releases the material to complete the loading process.

[0027] The circuits and controls involved in this utility model are all existing technologies, and will not be described in detail here.

[0028] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the description and drawings of this utility model, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A three-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation, characterized in that, include: Module (1); The module (1) includes a transverse guide rail (11), a longitudinal guide rail (12) is slidably connected to the transverse guide rail (11), and a support plate (13) is slidably connected to the longitudinal guide rail (12). Among them, a visual camera (2) is connected to the top side of the support plate (13) via a bracket, and the lens of the visual camera (2) faces downward. A rotary correction motor (3) is connected to one side of the support plate (13), and the rotary correction motor (3) is located below the bracket. An electric gripper (4) is connected to the bottom of the rotary correction motor (3). The module (1) is provided with a material distribution correction component (5) below it, and the bottom of the material distribution correction component (5) is provided with a support leg.

2. The 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation according to claim 1, characterized in that, A vibratory plate (6) is provided on one side of the material distribution correction component (5). A linear vibrator (7) is connected between the material distribution correction component (5) and the vibratory plate (6). The feed inlet of the material distribution correction component (5) is connected to the discharge outlet of the vibratory plate (6) through the linear vibrator (7).

3. The 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation according to claim 2, characterized in that, The material distribution and correction assembly (5) includes a base plate (51), a placement plate (52) is mounted on the base plate (51), a positioning plate (53) is mounted on one side of the placement plate (52) on the base plate (51), and a rotating electric claw (54) is mounted on one side of the positioning plate (53) on the base plate (51).

4. The 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the vibratory plate (6) is equipped with a support platform (61).

5. The 3-axis feeding mechanism with angle compensation according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the direct vibration (7) is provided with a damping support (71), and the bottom of the damping support (71) is connected to a damping leg (72).

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