Photographing device for express packaging of mineral sample

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of for mineral sample package appearance photographing device, including first conveying device, second conveying device, appearance photographing device and turnover device, first conveying device and second conveying device are respectively used to drive mineral sample package along first direction and second direction movement;Appearance photographing device is used to photograph mineral sample package on first conveying device or second conveying device;Turnover device is arranged between two appearance photographing devices, for 180 degree turnover to mineral sample package, in the embodiment, by first conveying device and second conveying device while conveying mineral sample package, adjust the orientation of mineral sample package relative to appearance photographing device, and cooperate the turnover device for overturning mineral sample package to automatically obtain the image data of six faces of mineral sample package, so as to improve the technical effect of efficiency, standardization and data integrity of mineral sample package appearance acquisition.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of express packaging testing and traceability technology, specifically to a device for photographing the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery. Background Technology

[0002] In mineral research, geological exploration, and mineral trading, the transportation and circulation of mineral samples are crucial links. Due to the unique physicochemical properties of mineral samples (such as crystal structure, color, luster, and hardness), the integrity of their outer packaging and the clarity of their labeling are essential for sample traceability, acceptance, and subsequent research. In recent years, consumers have increasingly demanded clear photos of all six sides of mineral sample packaging, undoubtedly increasing the workload and pressure on testing and inspection agencies. With the development of the express delivery and logistics industry, the demand for mineral samples transported via express delivery is growing. However, traditional manual photography methods are significantly inadequate in terms of efficiency, standardization, and data integrity, necessitating specialized photographic equipment and supporting technologies to meet industry needs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the technical problems existing in the background art, this application provides a photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery. While conveying the mineral sample package through the first conveying device and the second conveying device, the orientation of the mineral sample package relative to the appearance photographing device is adjusted, and the flipping device for flipping the mineral sample package is used to automatically acquire image data of the six sides of the mineral sample package, thereby achieving the technical effect of improving the efficiency, standardization and data integrity of the acquisition of the appearance of the mineral sample package.

[0004] This application provides a device for photographing the outer packaging of mineral samples, including: A first conveying device is used to drive the mineral sample package to move along a first direction; The second conveying device is disposed at the end of the first conveying device and is used to receive the mineral sample package output by the first conveying device and drive the mineral sample package to move along the second direction. An appearance photography device is provided on both the first conveying device and the second conveying device. The appearance photography device is used to take pictures of the mineral sample package from the sides and top of the first conveying device and the second conveying device. A flipping device is disposed between the two appearance photography devices and is used to flip the mineral sample package on the first conveying device or the second conveying device by 180 degrees.

[0005] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the appearance photography device includes a frame and an image sensor. The frame is a semi-enclosed structure, through which the first conveying device or the second conveying device passes. The image sensor is disposed inside the frame, and the image sensor is provided on both sides and the top of the frame.

[0006] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the appearance photography device also includes a fill light, which is disposed within the frame to increase the exposure effect of the image sensor acquiring image data.

[0007] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the appearance photography device also includes a proximity sensor, which is electrically connected to the image sensor and is used to detect the location of the mineral sample encapsulation.

[0008] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the image sensor is a wide-angle camera.

[0009] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the flipping device includes a robotic arm and a robotic hand. The robotic arm is disposed on one side of the first conveying device or the second conveying device, and the robotic hand is disposed at the drive end of the robotic arm. The robotic arm drives the robotic hand to grasp the mineral sample package.

[0010] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the flipping device includes a driving mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The clamping mechanism is disposed on the movement trajectory of the mineral sample package and is used to intercept and grab the mineral sample package transported on the first conveying device or the second conveying device. The driving end of the driving mechanism is connected to the clamping mechanism and is used to drive the clamping mechanism to flip the mineral sample package.

[0011] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the clamping mechanism includes An interception block is disposed at the drive end of the drive mechanism and is used to intercept the mineral sample encapsulation. The clamping blocks are provided on both sides of the intercepting block, and the clamping blocks are movably connected to the intercepting block. The two clamping blocks are used to clamp the mineral sample package.

[0012] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the surface of the clamping block is also provided with a polygonal structure for increasing friction.

[0013] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a scanning device is also included, which is disposed at the head end of the first conveying device and is used to scan the information code on the mineral sample package.

[0014] Beneficial Effects: This application provides a photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples. The photographing device includes a first conveying device, a second conveying device, an appearance photographing device, and a flipping device. The first conveying device drives the mineral sample package to move along a first direction. The second conveying device is located at the end of the first conveying device and receives the mineral sample package output by the first conveying device, and drives the mineral sample package to move along a second direction. Both the first and second conveying devices are equipped with appearance photographing devices, which are used to photograph the mineral sample package on the first or second conveying device. The flipping device is located between the two appearance photographing devices and is used to flip the mineral sample package on the first or second conveying device by 180 degrees. In this embodiment, by adjusting the orientation of the mineral sample package relative to the appearance photographing device while the first and second conveying devices are conveying the mineral sample package, and cooperating with the flipping device for flipping the mineral sample package, image data of six sides of the mineral sample package are automatically acquired, thereby achieving the technical effect of improving the efficiency, standardization, and data integrity of the acquisition of the appearance of the mineral sample package.

[0015] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, the following are specific embodiments of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of this application, the accompanying drawings used in this application will be briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without any creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This application provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a photographic device for the outer packaging of mineral samples. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first conveying device or the second conveying device in the embodiments of this application; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the appearance photography device in the embodiments of this application.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 10. First conveying device; 20. Second conveying device; 30. Exterior photography device; 31. Frame; 32. Image sensor; 33. Fill light; 34. Proximity sensor; 40. Tilting device; 41. Drive mechanism; 42. Clamping mechanism; 421. Intercepting block; 422. Clamping block; 50. Scanning device. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] 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 application pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0021] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0022] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0023] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0024] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two), similarly, "multiple sets" refers to two or more (including two sets), and "multiple pieces" refers to two or more (including two pieces).

[0025] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0026] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0027] In mineral research, geological exploration, and mineral trading, the transportation and circulation of mineral samples are crucial links. Due to the unique physicochemical properties of mineral samples (such as crystal structure, color, luster, and hardness), the integrity of their outer packaging and the clarity of their labeling are essential for sample traceability, acceptance, and subsequent research. In recent years, consumers have increasingly demanded clear photos of all six sides of mineral sample packaging, undoubtedly increasing the workload and pressure on testing and inspection agencies. With the development of the express delivery and logistics industry, the demand for mineral samples transported via express delivery is growing. However, traditional manual photography methods are significantly inadequate in terms of efficiency, standardization, and data integrity, necessitating specialized photographic equipment and supporting technologies to meet industry needs.

[0028] To address the significant shortcomings of traditional manual photographic recording methods in terms of efficiency, standardization, and data integrity, this application provides a photographic device for the outer packaging of mineral samples. This device uses a first and a second conveying device to simultaneously transport the mineral sample package and adjust its orientation relative to the external photographic device. A flipping device for turning the mineral sample package automatically acquires image data from all six sides of the package, thereby improving the efficiency, standardization, and data integrity of the external photographic capture.

[0029] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This application provides a schematic diagram of a photographic device for the outer packaging of mineral samples.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, the outer packaging photography device includes a first conveying device 10, a second conveying device 20, an appearance photography device 30, and a flipping device 40. The first conveying device 10 drives the mineral sample package to move along a first direction. The second conveying device 20 is located at the end of the first conveying device 10, receives the mineral sample package output by the first conveying device 10, and drives the mineral sample package to move along a second direction. Both the first and second conveying devices 10 and 20 are equipped with appearance photography devices 30, which are used to photograph the mineral sample package on either the first or second conveying device 20. The flipping device 40 is located between the two appearance photography devices 30, and is used to flip the mineral sample package on either the first or second conveying device 10 by 180 degrees. In this embodiment, while the first and second conveying devices 10 and 20 are conveying the mineral sample package, they adjust the orientation of the mineral sample package relative to the appearance photography device 30. Combined with the flipping device 40 for flipping the mineral sample package, image data from all six sides of the mineral sample package is automatically acquired, thereby improving the efficiency, standardization, and data integrity of the mineral sample package's appearance.

[0031] Specifically, the mineral sample package is a six-sided cubic structure, including a front, back, left, right, top, and bottom surface. In this embodiment, the mineral sample package is placed on the first conveying device 10, with the bottom surface of the package in contact with the device and the front facing the first direction. The first conveying device 10 is activated, driving the mineral sample package to move along the first direction. When the package passes the appearance photographing device 30 on the first conveying device 10, the device photographs the package's appearance, obtaining image data of the top, left, and right sides. After photographing the package, the first conveying device 10 continues to drive the package towards the second conveying device 20. After being conveyed from the first to the second conveying device 20, the mineral sample package... The mineral sample package is placed along the second direction on the left. The second conveying device 20 moves the mineral sample package toward the appearance photography device 30 on the second conveying device 20. When the mineral sample package passes the flipping device 40, the flipping device 40 grabs the mineral sample package and flips it 180 degrees. At this time, the top surface of the mineral sample package faces the second conveying device 20, and the left side of the mineral sample package is kept in the second direction. When the mineral sample package passes the appearance photography device 30, the appearance photography device 30 takes another picture of the appearance of the mineral sample package, thereby obtaining image data of the bottom, front and back surfaces of the mineral sample package.

[0032] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the appearance photography device 30 includes a frame 31 and an image sensor 32. The frame 31 has a semi-enclosed structure, through which the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20 passes. The image sensor 32 is disposed inside the frame 31, and image sensors 32 are also disposed on both sides and the top of the frame 31. It can be understood that, in this embodiment, the image sensor 32 is used to acquire image data. When the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20 drives the mineral sample package through the frame 31, the image sensors 32 disposed on the top and sides of the frame 31 take pictures of the mineral sample package from above and from both sides, respectively, thereby acquiring image data of the mineral sample package from different directions. In this embodiment, a single image sensor 32 acquires image data of one side of the mineral sample package, thereby enabling the image sensor 32 to acquire clearer images.

[0033] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, the appearance photography device 30 also includes a fill light 33, which is set inside the frame 31 to increase the exposure effect of the image data acquired by the image sensor 32. In this embodiment, the fill light 33 increases the brightness of the surface of the mineral sample, thereby ensuring that the details in the dark areas of the mineral sample are clearly visible, reducing sensor noise, and thus improving the clarity of the image data.

[0034] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the appearance photography device 30 also includes a proximity sensor 34, which is electrically connected to the image sensor 32 and is used to detect the position of the mineral sample package. It can be understood that the proximity sensor 34 controls the image sensor 32. When the mineral sample package is close to the image sensor 32 on the frame 31, the mineral sample package is detected by the proximity sensor 34, and a photo-taking command is sent to the image sensor 32. The image sensor 32 takes a picture of the appearance of the mineral sample package according to the photo-taking command, thereby obtaining the appearance image data of the mineral sample package. In this embodiment, the proximity sensor 34 controls the image sensor 32, which further improves the automation effect of the outer packaging photography device.

[0035] In some embodiments, the image sensor 32 employs a wide-angle camera to obtain a wider field of view, thereby improving the dynamic detection accuracy of the image sensor 32.

[0036] In one optional embodiment, the flipping device 40 includes a robotic arm and a robotic hand. The robotic arm is disposed on one side of the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20, and the robotic hand is disposed on the drive end of the robotic arm. The robotic arm drives the robotic hand to grasp the mineral sample package. It can be understood that, in this embodiment, a grasping position is set on the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20. When the mineral sample package is conveyed to the grasping position by the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20, the robotic arm drives the robotic hand to grasp the mineral sample package at the grasping position and controls the robotic hand to rotate 180 degrees to complete the flipping of the mineral sample package. Finally, the mineral sample package is placed back on the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20.

[0037] In another alternative embodiment, such as Figure 3As shown, the flipping device 40 includes a driving mechanism 41 and a clamping mechanism 42. The clamping mechanism 42 is positioned on the movement trajectory of the mineral sample package and is used to intercept and grab the mineral sample package being transported on the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20. The driving end of the driving mechanism 41 is connected to the clamping mechanism 42 and is used to drive the clamping mechanism 42 to flip the mineral sample package. It can be understood that, in this embodiment, the clamping mechanism 42 is positioned on the movement trajectory of the mineral sample package on the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20. During transportation, the mineral sample package is intercepted and clamped by the clamping mechanism 42. At this time, the driving mechanism 41 drives the clamping mechanism 42 to flip, thereby flipping the mineral sample package 180 degrees. Finally, the clamping mechanism 42 releases the mineral sample package so that the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20 can continue to convey the mineral sample package. In this embodiment, the fixed clamping mechanism 42 not only simplifies the flipping action of the mineral sample package and improves the flipping efficiency of the mineral sample package, but also the flipping device 40 has a simple structure, which effectively improves the reliability of the flipping device 40.

[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the clamping mechanism 42 includes an intercepting block 421 and a clamping block 422. The intercepting block 421 is disposed at the driving end of the driving mechanism 41 and is used to intercept the mineral sample package. Clamping blocks 422 are provided on both sides of the intercepting block 421, and the clamping blocks 422 are movably connected to the intercepting block 421. The two clamping blocks 422 are used to clamp the mineral sample package. For example, in this embodiment, the two clamping blocks 422 are respectively disposed on both sides of the intercepting block 421, forming a "U"-shaped clamping mechanism 42. When the clamping mechanism 42 is installed on the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20, the opening of the "U"-shaped clamping mechanism 42 faces the first direction or the second direction. When the mineral sample package is conveyed into the clamping mechanism 42 by the first conveying device 10 or the second conveying device 20, the mineral sample package is intercepted by the intercepting block 421. At this time, the two clamping blocks 422 are controlled to retract, thereby completing the clamping work of the mineral sample package.

[0039] In some embodiments, the surface of the clamping block 422 is further provided with a multi-faceted structure, which is used to increase friction. After the clamping block 422 clamps the mineral sample package, the multi-faceted structure on the surface of the clamping block 422 contacts the surface of the mineral sample package, thereby increasing the friction between the clamping block 422 and the surface with increased friction, and thus improving the stability of the clamping mechanism 42 when flipping the mineral sample package.

[0040] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, it also includes a scanning device 50, which is disposed at the head end of the first conveying device 10 and is used to scan the information code on the mineral sample package. For example, in this embodiment, the information code on the mineral sample package can be a QR code or a barcode, or other identifiable information containing the image of the mineral sample package. The scanning device 50 obtains the mineral sample package information by scanning the information code, so that the six-sided image data of the package obtained by the appearance photography device 30 can be matched with the mineral sample package and archived, thereby facilitating the later retrieval by staff.

[0041] It should be noted that this application is not limited to the above-described embodiments. The above embodiments are merely examples, and any embodiments with the same structure and effect as the technical concept within the scope of this application are included in the technical scope of this application. Furthermore, various modifications that can be conceived by those skilled in the art to the embodiments, and other ways of constructing by combining some of the constituent elements of the embodiments, without departing from the spirit of this application, are also included in the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A device for photographing the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery, characterized in that, include: A first conveying device is used to drive the mineral sample package to move along a first direction; The second conveying device is disposed at the end of the first conveying device and is used to receive the mineral sample package output by the first conveying device and drive the mineral sample package to move along the second direction. An appearance photography device is provided on both the first conveying device and the second conveying device. The appearance photography device is used to take pictures of the mineral sample package from the sides and top of the first conveying device and the second conveying device. A flipping device is disposed between the two appearance photography devices and is used to flip the mineral sample package on the first conveying device or the second conveying device by 180 degrees.

2. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The appearance photography device includes a frame and an image sensor. The frame is a semi-enclosed structure. The first conveying device or the second conveying device passes through the frame. The image sensor is disposed inside the frame, and the image sensor is provided on both sides and the top of the frame.

3. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The appearance photography device also includes a fill light, which is set within the frame to increase the exposure effect of the image data acquired by the image sensor.

4. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The appearance photography device also includes a proximity sensor, which is electrically connected to the image sensor and is used to detect the location of the mineral sample encapsulation.

5. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The image sensor is a wide-angle camera.

6. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flipping device includes a robotic arm and a robotic hand. The robotic arm is located on one side of the first conveying device or the second conveying device, and the robotic hand is located at the drive end of the robotic arm. The robotic arm drives the robotic hand to grasp the mineral sample package.

7. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flipping device includes a driving mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The clamping mechanism is disposed on the movement trajectory of the mineral sample package and is used to intercept and grab the mineral sample package being transported on the first conveying device or the second conveying device. The driving end of the driving mechanism is connected to the clamping mechanism and is used to drive the clamping mechanism to flip the mineral sample package.

8. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism includes An interception block is disposed at the drive end of the drive mechanism and is used to intercept the mineral sample encapsulation. The clamping blocks are provided on both sides of the intercepting block, and the clamping blocks are movably connected to the intercepting block. The two clamping blocks are used to clamp the mineral sample package.

9. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The surface of the clamping block is also provided with a multi-faceted structure to increase friction.

10. The photographing device for the outer packaging of mineral samples for express delivery according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a scanning device, which is located at the head end of the first conveying device and is used to scan the information code on the mineral sample package.

Images