Single-flower basket positioning and loading device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a single flower basket positioning feeding device belongs to photovoltaic technical field. It removes and carries the flower basket through the linear module drive bottom plate, utilizes the cooperative action of the positive push cylinder and the stop block cooperation positioning assembly, realizes the circumferential positioning of flower basket, and the lateral positioning plate spacing in positioning assembly is adjustable to adapt to different specifications flower basket, the utility model discloses still adopt double -slider support, effectively improves the feeding stability, and utilizes the wear of cable and air pipe to reduce the tow chain.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic technology, and in particular to a single flower basket positioning and feeding device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of photovoltaic manufacturing automation technology, a technology for automatic basket loading has emerged. This technology uses a special mechanism to grab, transfer, and position the baskets carrying photovoltaic silicon wafers, thereby improving the continuity and efficiency of the silicon wafer processing flow.

[0003] In related technologies, fixed structures or single-specification gripping devices are typically used to handle and load flower baskets in order to match the predetermined process rhythm of the production line.

[0004] However, the above-mentioned methods and related devices have the following problems: On the one hand, flower baskets are prone to wear and tear during long-term use and repeated handling, which affects positioning accuracy and silicon wafer load-bearing stability; On the other hand, the structure and size of existing feeding mechanisms are usually designed for a single model of flower basket and cannot be adapted to flower baskets of different specifications. When switching specifications, the equipment or mechanism needs to be replaced or adjusted, which increases equipment costs and debugging time. Utility Model Content

[0005] In response to the shortcomings of the existing production technology, the applicant provides a single flower basket positioning and feeding device, which can reduce wear caused by reciprocating handling of flower baskets, increase positioning accuracy, and the positioning components are adjustable to suit flower baskets of different specifications.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is as follows: A single flower basket positioning and feeding device, comprising: Linear module, used to drive the base plate to move linearly along the feeding direction; A photovoltaic flower basket is installed on the base plate; In the feeding direction, a forward-pushing cylinder is provided on one side of the photovoltaic flower basket, and a stop block is provided on the other side of the photovoltaic flower basket. The forward-pushing cylinder pushes the photovoltaic flower basket close to the stop block and makes contact with it. The base plate is also provided with a positioning component, which includes a first positioning plate and a second positioning plate symmetrically arranged on both sides of the photovoltaic flower basket. The base plate is provided with a plurality of positioning adjustment holes, and the distance between the first positioning plate and the second positioning plate is adjusted through the positioning adjustment holes to adapt to flower baskets of different sizes.

[0007] As a further improvement to the above technical solution: In one embodiment, the linear module includes a lead screw mechanism arranged along the feeding direction, on which a first slider and a second slider are arranged side by side, and when the lead screw rotates, the first slider and the second slider are displaced synchronously.

[0008] In one embodiment, the top of the first slider is connected to the first connecting plate, the top of the second slider is connected to the second connecting plate, and the tops of both the first and second connecting plates are connected to the bottom of the base plate.

[0009] In one embodiment, the top surfaces of both the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are inclined along the feeding direction at an angle of 3 degrees, so that the silicon wafers in the photovoltaic basket are tilted to one side and kept consistent when being picked up.

[0010] In one embodiment, the first positioning plate and the second positioning plate of the positioning assembly are connected to the positioning adjustment hole by bolts to fix their positions and realize the spacing adjustment.

[0011] In one embodiment, the base plate is further provided with a sensing component on the side of the feed plate closer to the positive push cylinder in the feeding direction, and the sensing component includes at least one set of sensors.

[0012] In one embodiment, the sensor of the sensing component is a photoelectric sensor or a proximity sensor, used to detect the position or state of the photovoltaic flower basket.

[0013] In one embodiment, an RFID reader is disposed above the block, and the RFID reader is used to identify the number information of the photovoltaic flower basket.

[0014] In one embodiment, a cable chain is provided on one side of the linear module, and the sensor wires and cylinder air pipes are arranged via the cable chain.

[0015] In one embodiment, the cable chain is arranged along the feeding direction of the linear module to protect the connecting lines and air pipes.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model has a compact structure. Through the coordinated action of the forward-pushing cylinder and the fixed stop block, it precisely limits and fixes the flower basket in the feeding direction (front and back), ensuring the accurate stopping position of the flower basket at the loading station and eliminating positioning deviations caused by inertia or sliding. Through the symmetrically arranged first and second positioning plates, it clamps and straightens the flower basket in the width direction (left and right), effectively preventing the flower basket from shaking or tilting during the transfer process.

[0017] This utility model also has the following advantages: The combination of multiple positioning adjustment holes on the base plate and the positioning plate of this utility model constitutes a reliable and low-cost spacing adjustment structure. When it is necessary to change the basket of different widths, it is only necessary to loosen the bolts, move the first and second positioning plates to the appropriate positions and fix them again. There is no need to replace the entire device or make complex mechanical adjustments, so that a single feeding device can adapt to the needs of multiple processes or product models, greatly reducing the equipment downtime and tooling inventory costs caused by product changes, and improving the flexibility and economic benefits of the entire production line.

[0018] The linear module of this utility model adopts a dual-slider structure to jointly support the base plate, forming a stable support, which significantly enhances the rigidity and balance during the transfer process and avoids the overturning moment and abnormal wear that may be generated by single-point support.

[0019] This utility model uses a cable chain to neatly store all cables and cylinder pipes, ensuring they move smoothly and orderly with the device. This effectively prevents cables from interfering with, tangling with, or being broken from surrounding equipment, greatly improving the reliability and service life of the circuit. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Side view.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention after the photovoltaic flower basket is hidden.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drive component of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure behind the hidden connecting plate.

[0025] Among them: 100, photovoltaic flower basket; 200, base plate; 300, linear module; 400, positioning component; 500, forward thrust cylinder; 600, stop block; 700, RFID reader; 800, sensor component; 900, cable chain; 310. Lead screw mechanism; 320. First slider; 330. Second slider; 340. First connecting plate; 350. Second connecting plate; 410. First positioning plate; 420. Second positioning plate; 430. Positioning adjustment hole. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more complete description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0029] When using the terms “including,” “having,” and “comprising” as described herein, another component may be added unless explicitly qualifying terms such as “only,” “consisting of,” etc. are used. Unless otherwise stated, singular terms may include plural forms and should not be construed as having a quantity of one.

[0030] It should be understood that although the terms "first," "second," etc., may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one element from another. For example, without departing from the scope of this invention, a first element may be referred to as a second element, and similarly, a second element may be referred to as a first element.

[0031] Furthermore, the accompanying drawings are not drawn to a 1:1 scale, and the relative dimensions of the components are shown in the drawings only as examples and not necessarily to actual scale.

[0032] like Figures 1-5 The accompanying drawing shows a structural schematic diagram of a single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to an embodiment of the present invention; for ease of description, the drawing only shows the structure related to the embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] This application provides a single flower basket positioning and feeding device, including a linear module 300, a base plate 200, a photovoltaic flower basket 100, a forward thrust cylinder 500, a stop block 600, a positioning component 400, an RFID reader 700, a sensing component 800, and a drag chain 900.

[0034] In some embodiments, the linear module 300 serves as a core driving component, used to drive the base plate 200 along the feeding direction (e.g., ...). Figure 1 (as shown in the diagram) to perform precise linear reciprocating motion.

[0035] Specifically, in combination Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the linear module 300 includes a lead screw mechanism 310 arranged along the feeding direction, and a first slider 320 and a second slider 330 are mounted side by side on the lead screw mechanism 310.

[0036] When the lead screw of the lead screw mechanism 310 is driven to rotate by a motor (not shown in the figure), the first slider 320 and the second slider 330 can be moved synchronously along the lead screw.

[0037] Understandably, to provide stable support, the top of the first slider 320 is fixedly connected to the first connecting plate 340, and the top of the second slider 330 is fixedly connected to the second connecting plate 350; the top surfaces of the first connecting plate 340 and the second connecting plate 350 are together fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate 200, thereby smoothly transmitting the power of the linear module 300 to the base plate 200.

[0038] Furthermore, the top surfaces of both the first connecting plate 340 and the second connecting plate 350 are set to have an inclination angle of 3 degrees along the feeding direction. This structure ensures that the photovoltaic basket 100 mounted on the base plate 200 and the silicon wafers it carries also exhibit a slight inclination in the same direction, thereby ensuring that the silicon wafers can adhere tightly to one side due to gravity while waiting to be grasped, maintaining a consistent posture and facilitating precise grasping.

[0039] In some embodiments, the photovoltaic flower basket 100 is placed on the base plate 200; in the feeding direction, a positive push cylinder 500 is arranged on one side of the photovoltaic flower basket 100, and a fixed stop block 600 is arranged on the opposite side; when the piston rod of the positive push cylinder 500 extends, it can push the photovoltaic flower basket 100 to move along the base plate 200 until it is in close contact with the stop block 600, thereby completing the precise positioning of the photovoltaic flower basket 100 in the feeding direction.

[0040] In some embodiments, in order to limit and clamp the photovoltaic flower basket 100 in the width direction (left and right), a positioning component 400 is added to the base plate 200; Furthermore, the positioning component 400 includes a first positioning plate 410 and a second positioning plate 420 symmetrically arranged on both sides of the photovoltaic flower basket 100; Furthermore, the base plate 200 is machined with multiple positioning adjustment holes 430; The first positioning plate 410 and the second positioning plate 420 are connected to the positioning adjustment holes 430 at different selected positions by bolts. Through the structure of the positioning adjustment hole 430, the distance between the first positioning plate 410 and the second positioning plate 420 can be flexibly adjusted, thereby firmly clamping and adapting photovoltaic flower baskets 100 of different specifications and sizes.

[0041] To further enhance the automation and reliability of the device, an RFID reader 700 is installed above the stop 600. This reader is used to automatically read the number information in the RFID tag attached to the photovoltaic flower basket 100 after positioning is completed, thereby enabling material traceability.

[0042] On the base plate 200, and on the side near the positive push cylinder 500 in the feeding direction, a sensing component 800 is installed. The sensing component 800 includes at least one set of sensors (such as photoelectric sensors or proximity sensors) for detecting whether the photovoltaic flower basket 100 exists at the preset station or whether it has been in place.

[0043] In addition, a cable chain 900 is provided on one side of the linear module 300. All sensor cables and air pipes of the forward thrust cylinder 500 are arranged in an orderly manner inside the cable chain 900. The cable chain 900 is arranged along the movement direction of the linear module 300, which effectively avoids wear, entanglement or breakage of cables and air pipes caused by the reciprocating movement of the base plate 200, and significantly improves the service life and operational reliability of the equipment.

[0044] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: When the forward cylinder 500 moves, it pushes the photovoltaic flower basket 100 against the stop block 600; at the same time, the first positioning plate 410 and the second positioning plate 420 on both sides clamp and limit it from the side. RFID reader 700 reads information from flower baskets; The linear module 300 drives the base plate 200, which carries the photovoltaic flower basket 100, to move to the loading position; Sensor component 800 confirms the flower basket's position. The photovoltaic basket 100 is in a stable, pre-set tilt position, awaiting the subsequent silicon wafer grabbing operation.

[0045] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0046] The embodiments described above merely illustrate the implementation of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A single flower basket positioning and feeding device, characterized in that, include: A linear module (300) is used to drive the base plate (200) to move linearly along the feeding direction; A photovoltaic flower basket (100) is installed on the base plate (200); In the feeding direction, a positive push cylinder (500) is provided on one side of the photovoltaic flower basket (100), and a stop block (600) is provided on the other side of the photovoltaic flower basket (100). The positive push cylinder (500) pushes the photovoltaic flower basket (100) close to the stop block (600) and makes contact with it. The base plate (200) is also provided with a positioning component (400). The positioning component (400) includes a first positioning plate (410) and a second positioning plate (420) symmetrically arranged on both sides of the photovoltaic flower basket (100). The base plate (200) is provided with a plurality of positioning adjustment holes (430). The distance between the first positioning plate (410) and the second positioning plate (420) can be adjusted through the positioning adjustment holes (430) to adapt to flower baskets of different specifications.

2. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The linear module (300) includes a lead screw mechanism (310) arranged along the feeding direction. A first slider (320) and a second slider (330) are arranged side by side on the lead screw mechanism (310). When the lead screw rotates, the first slider (320) and the second slider (330) move synchronously.

3. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the first slider (320) is connected to the first connecting plate (340), the top of the second slider (330) is connected to the second connecting plate (350), and the tops of the first connecting plate (340) and the second connecting plate (350) are both connected to the bottom of the base plate (200).

4. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top surfaces of the first connecting plate (340) and the second connecting plate (350) are both inclined along the feeding direction, with an inclination angle of 3 degrees, so that the silicon wafers in the photovoltaic basket (100) are tilted to one side and maintain consistency when being picked up.

5. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first positioning plate (410) and the second positioning plate (420) of the positioning assembly (400) are connected to the positioning adjustment hole (430) by bolts to fix their positions and realize the spacing adjustment.

6. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (200) is further provided with a sensing component (800) on the side of the feed direction closer to the positive push cylinder (500), and the sensing component (800) includes at least one set of sensors.

7. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sensor of the sensing component (800) is a photoelectric sensor or a proximity sensor, used to detect the position or state of the photovoltaic flower basket (100).

8. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An RFID reader (700) is disposed above the block (600), and the RFID reader (700) is used to identify the number information of the photovoltaic flower basket (100).

9. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cable chain (900) is provided on one side of the linear module (300), and the sensor wires and cylinder air pipes are arranged through the cable chain (900).

10. The single flower basket positioning and feeding device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The cable chain (900) is arranged along the feeding direction of the linear module (300) to protect the connecting lines and air pipes.

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