Automatic equipment used for installing cargo access terminals

Abstract

The first automated device 1 is used to install a first cargo access terminal 2 and includes an automated guided vehicle 11, a fixing assembly 12, a lifting mechanism 13, and a working assembly 14. The first cargo access terminal 2 includes a first transport module 21. The first transport module 21 is used to transport cargo and is placed on an indoor ceiling. The fixing assembly 12 is used to fix the first transport module 21 awaiting installation. The lifting mechanism is used to raise and lower the fixing assembly 12 relative to the automated guided vehicle 11. The first automated device 1 moves the first transport module 21 fixed by the fixing assembly 12 to an installation position via the automated guided vehicle 11 and the lifting mechanism 13. The working assembly 14 is used to securely connect and / or release the first transport module 21 to the ceiling. The first automated device can automatically install the first transport module 21 on the ceiling, thereby reducing the installation time and cost of the first cargo access terminal 2.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of smart logistics, and more particularly relates to an automatic device used for installing a cargo access terminal.

Background Art

[0002] A cargo access terminal is an automatic facility that cooperates with an unmanned aerial vehicle to achieve the delivery and collection of the "last 1 kilometer". The cargo is transferred between the user and the unmanned aerial vehicle through the cargo access terminal. This cargo access terminal is composed of a plurality of modules and includes a transport module for transporting the cargo.

[0003] In one configuration of this cargo access terminal (the first cargo access terminal), at least some of the transport modules can be arranged on the indoor ceiling of the first floor of a high-rise building. Outside the wall of the same floor, a device for the unmanned aerial vehicle to load and unload the cargo is provided. The transport module can transport the cargo between the device and the designated area indoors so that the user can take in and out the cargo indoors. However, when the transport module is manually installed on the indoor ceiling, personnel need to carry out the installation work in a relatively high area from the indoor floor, the operation difficulty is high, the installation period is long, the installation cost is also high, which is disadvantageous for the large-scale arrangement of the cargo access terminal.

[0004] In an alternative configuration of this cargo access terminal (a second cargo access terminal), multiple transport modules can be installed sequentially from bottom to top. This cargo access terminal may be positioned on the exterior wall of a high-rise building to transport cargo between areas near the ground and areas near the top of the building, and the top of this cargo access terminal can be used to load and unload cargo by unmanned aerial vehicles. However, if multiple transport modules are installed sequentially by manual means, it is necessary to assemble scaffolding for workers to work on, or to use large crane equipment, which results in a long installation period, high installation costs, and is unsuitable for large-scale deployments of cargo access terminals. [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide an automated device for installing the first cargo access terminal.

[0006] Furthermore, we also provide automated equipment for installing the second cargo access terminal. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The first cargo access terminal comprises at least one first transport module used for cargo transport and capable of being mounted on the interior ceiling. The first automated device comprises an automated guide vehicle, a fixed assembly, a lifting mechanism, and a work assembly.

[0008] A fixed assembly is located at least partially directly above the automated guide vehicle and is used to secure the first transport module awaiting installation. A lifting mechanism connects the automated guide vehicle to the fixed assembly and is used to raise the first transport module, secured by the fixed assembly, so that it contacts or approaches the ceiling, and to lower the first transport module, secured by the fixed assembly, so that it approaches the automated guide vehicle. The first automated device can move the first transport module, secured by the fixed assembly, to the installation position via the automated guide vehicle and the lifting mechanism. A work assembly is provided on the fixed assembly or the lifting mechanism and is used to securely connect and / or disconnect the first transport module from the ceiling.

[0009] The second cargo access terminal comprises a plurality of third transport modules for transporting cargo, the plurality of third transport modules being able to be mounted sequentially from bottom to top, and the third transport modules being provided with first guide rails. The second automated device comprises a slide assembly, which, after the plurality of third transport modules have been mounted sequentially, is able to slide upward or downward along the first guide rails of the plurality of third transport modules, from the side of one third transport module to the side of another third transport module. The second automated device also comprises a fixed component, a moving mechanism provided on the slide assembly, and a work assembly provided on the slide assembly or the moving mechanism or the fixed component. At least a portion of the fixed component can be positioned above the slide assembly and is used to fix the third transport modules awaiting mounting. The moving mechanism is used to move the third transport modules awaiting mounting directly above the mounted third transport module. The work assembly is used to securely connect and / or disconnect vertically adjacent third transport modules.

[0010] Details of one or more embodiments of the present invention are described in the accompanying drawings and the following description. Other features, purposes and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the specification, accompanying drawings and claims.

[0011] To more clearly describe embodiments of the present invention or technical concepts in the prior art, the following drawings necessary for describing embodiments or the prior art are briefly introduced. The drawings in the following description represent only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, drawings of other embodiments can be obtained from these drawings without any creative work. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0012] [Figure 1] This is a three-dimensional view showing the first automated apparatus of Example 1. [Figure 2] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the first automated device achieves a secure connection between the first transport module and the ceiling, as well as a secure connection between adjacent first transport modules. [Figure 3] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the first automated device ensures a secure connection between the adjacent second transport module. [Figure 4] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the first automated device achieves a secure connection between the first and second transport modules. [Figure 5] This is an enlarged view of section A in Figure 4. [Figure 6] This is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the second automated device of Example 2 achieves a secure connection with the adjacent third transport module. [Figure 7] Figure 6 is a three-dimensional view showing the second automatic device fixing the third transport module and sliding it along the first guide rail. [Figure 8] Figure 6 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the second automated device ensures a secure connection between the platform module and the third transport module. [Figure 9]Figure 6 is a three-dimensional view showing how the second automatic device fixes the platform module and slides along the first guide rail. [Figure 10] Figure 6 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the second automatic device achieves a secure connection between the first wall mounting fixture and the building, and between the second wall mounting fixture and the building. [Figure 11] Figure 6 is a three-dimensional view showing how the second automated device fixes the combination of the third transport module and the storage module. [Figure 12] Figure 6 is a three-dimensional diagram showing how the second automatic device achieves a secure connection between the first guide rail and the support structure. [Figure 13] This is a three-dimensional view showing how the first automatic device of Example 3 fixes the first transport module 21, which is placed in a vertical position (upright posture). [Figure 14] Figure 13 is a three-dimensional view showing how the fixed assembly and work assembly of the first automatic device are separated from the lifting mechanism. [Figure 15] This is a three-dimensional view showing how the fixed assembly and work assembly of the second automated device in Example 3 are separated from the slide assembly. [Figure 16] Figure 15 is a three-dimensional view showing the second automatic device installed on the first guide rail, with the moving parts separated from each other. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0013] To facilitate understanding of the present invention, the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the relevant drawings. [Examples]

[0014] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, this embodiment provides a first automatic device 1 for installing a first cargo access terminal 2 in smart logistics. The first cargo access terminal 2 includes at least one first conveying module 21 used for cargo conveyance and capable of being arranged on the indoor ceiling 8. The first automatic device 1 includes an automatic guided vehicle 11, a fixed assembly 12, a lifting mechanism 13, and a working assembly 14. The fixed assembly 12 can be at least partially located directly above the automatic guided vehicle 11 and is used to fix the first conveying module 21 waiting for installation. The lifting mechanism 13 connects the automatic guided vehicle 11 and the fixed assembly 12 and is used to lift the first conveying module 21 fixed by the fixed assembly 12 to abut or be close to the ceiling 8, and is also used to lower the first conveying module 21 fixed by the fixed assembly 12 to approach the automatic guided vehicle 11. The first automatic device 1 can move the first conveying module 21 fixed by the fixed assembly 12 to the mounting position through the automatic guided vehicle 11 and the lifting mechanism 13. The working assembly 14 is provided on the fixed assembly 12 and is used to realize and / or release a firm connection between the first conveying module 21 and the ceiling 8.

[0015] Specifically, the automatic guided vehicle 11 is a small vehicle with autonomous movement ability. The automatic guided vehicle 11 includes sensors such as a camera to assist the automatic guided vehicle 11 in moving to a designated area, or may be remotely operated by an operator. The automatic guided vehicle 11 further includes a cable for connecting to a battery or an indoor power supply to realize power supply to the first automatic device 1.

[0016] The fixing assembly 12 includes a fixing member 1210 for fixing the first conveying module 21 to the fixing assembly 12. For example, the fixing member is an electromagnet, and correspondingly, the housing of the first conveying module 21 uses a metal material that can be adsorbed by the electromagnet. Alternatively, the fixing member 1210 may use other configurations. For example, the fixing member is a vacuum chuck that can adsorb the first conveying module 21 or a convex portion that can be inserted into the first conveying module 21. Optionally, when the fixing assembly 12 fixes the first conveying module 21, the first conveying module 21 can be located at the top of the fixing assembly 12.

[0017] The lifting mechanism 13 can automatically extend and contract in length to adjust the height of the fixing assembly 12 with respect to the automatic guided vehicle 11. Optionally, the lifting mechanism 13 includes a scissor lifting mechanism and an actuator for driving the extension and contraction of the length of the mechanism. The fixing assembly 12 is provided at the top of the scissor lifting mechanism. The sliding direction of the rail of the scissor lifting mechanism 13 may coincide with the longitudinal direction of the automatic guided vehicle 11. The lifting mechanism 13 may adopt other structures such as a folding arm or a telescopic arm.

[0018] The work assembly 14 is a robot arm assembly comprising a work unit 141 and a robot arm 142. The work unit 141 is used to securely connect the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8. For example, when using expansion bolts to securely connect the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8, the work unit 141 is used to drill holes in the ceiling 8 and insert the expansion bolts into the holes. Alternatively, when using an adhesive method to securely connect the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8, the work unit 141 is used to spray adhesive. Optionally, the first transport module 21 may be equipped with a ceiling mount (not shown), which may be a hanger pre-installed on the main body structure of the first transport module 21, allowing the work assembly 14 to fix the hanger to the ceiling 8. Alternatively, the first transport module 21 may not include a hanger, and the hanger may be pre-installed on the ceiling 8, allowing the work assembly 14 to securely connect the first transport module 21 to the hanger. The robot arm 142 can move the work unit 141 over a wide range of space. The robot arm 142 may increase the number or length of its joints to expand the range of motion of the work unit 141, thereby enabling the work unit 141 to work in areas far from the fixed assembly 12. The end portion of the robot arm 142 may be equipped with sensors, such as a camera, to assist in the work of the work assembly 14.

[0019] In the illustrated embodiment, there is one robot arm 142, which is connected to the bottom of the fixed assembly 12. Alternatively, at least one robot arm 142 is provided on each of the opposing sides of the fixed assembly 12, allowing the two robot arms 142 to move two work units 141 simultaneously in different spatial ranges, thereby improving the work efficiency of the work assembly 14 and also helping to reduce the number of joints or joint length of a single robot arm 142.

[0020] In another embodiment, the work assembly 14 may be mounted on the lifting mechanism 13, for example, the work assembly 14 may be mounted at the top of the lifting mechanism 13 together with the fixed assembly 12. Optionally, the robot arm 142 and the work unit 141 are separable, and the work unit 141 has multiple types suitable for tasks such as drilling and screwing, and different types of work units 141 may be mounted on the robot arm 142 depending on the work task.

[0021] In this embodiment, "vertical direction" and "horizontal direction" refer to the longitudinal and width directions of the automated guide vehicle 11, respectively. The work assembly 14 is not limited to the robot arm assembly. For example, in another embodiment, the work assembly 14 comprises a work unit 141 and a connecting member for connecting the work unit 141 to a fixed assembly 12, the connecting member being non-movable relative to the fixed assembly 12.

[0022] In one implementation, before the first automated device 1 installs the first transport module 21, one of the first transport modules 21 awaiting installation is mounted onto a fixed assembly 12 by manual means or other external equipment and secured by the fixed assembly 12. The automated guide vehicle 11 then moves directly below the installation position of this first transport module 21. The lifting mechanism 13 then raises the fixed assembly 12 relative to the automated guide vehicle 11 until the first transport module 21, secured by the fixed assembly 12, contacts or approaches the ceiling 8, i.e., until this first transport module 21 is in the installation position. After the work assembly 14 has achieved a secure connection between the first transport module 21 secured by the first automated device and the ceiling 8, the fixed assembly 12 is lowered by the lifting mechanism 13 to a height close to the automated guide vehicle 11 in order to release its fixation to the first transport module 21 and receive the next first transport module 21 awaiting installation.

[0023] In another embodiment, the first automatic device 1 moves the first transport module 21, which is fixed by a fixed assembly 12, to the mounting position via an automatic guide vehicle 11 and a lifting mechanism 13, thereby securely connecting the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8. For example, the first transport module 21 and the ceiling mounting fixture are securely connected by a quick connection method such as the fitting of a locking claw and a locking groove, and the ceiling mounting fixture is pre-installed on the ceiling 8, and the first automatic device 1 moves the first transport module 21, which is fixed by a fixed assembly 12, to the mounting position via an automatic guide vehicle 11 and a lifting mechanism 13, and at the same time inserts one locking claw of the first transport module 21 and the corresponding ceiling mounting fixture into the locking groove of the other to achieve a secure connection between the two. Therefore, the first automatic device 1 does not have to include the work assembly 14, or the work assembly 14 is used solely to release the secure connection between the first transport module 21 and the ceiling 8, for example, to release the engagement between the locking claw and the locking groove.

[0024] The first automated device 1 can automatically install the first transport module 21 on the ceiling 8, replacing at least a portion of the manual installation work, thereby reducing the installation period and cost of the first cargo access terminal 2, and contributing to the large-scale deployment of the first cargo access terminal 2.

[0025] Referring again to Figure 2, the first automatic device 1 can be mounted to the ceiling 8 by sequentially bringing together multiple first transport modules 21 along a first direction, such that the distance over which the first transport module 21 transports cargo along the first direction is increased, and the first direction may be horizontal. Specifically, after multiple first transport modules 21 are securely connected to the ceiling 8, the work assembly 14 is used to securely connect adjacent first transport modules 21. Secure connection of adjacent first transport modules 21 may be achieved by bolts or adhesive, and accordingly, the work unit 141 is an electric screwdriver for tightening bolts or a glue gun for spraying adhesive. Alternatively, secure connection of adjacent first transport modules 21 may be achieved in other ways, for example, by a quick-mount mechanism. Specifically, the quick-mount mechanism comprises an action part and a locking part dynamically connected to the action part. The working part is at least partially exposed to move in response to the force applied by the first automatic device 1, thereby driving the working part to achieve or release a secure connection between the first transport module 21 where the locking part is located and other adjacent first transport modules 21. The locking part is a structure such as a lock, hook, or pin, but is not limited to these. The working part is a structure such as a movable handle, rotating disc, or lock hole, but is not limited to these. A transmission connection of transmission components such as a link, gear set, or wire may be used between the locking part and the working part, or a direct transmission connection may be used, in which case the work unit 141 may be configured in any way that can accurately apply force to the working part.

[0026] The work assembly 14 may securely connect the first transport module 21, which is secured by the fixing assembly 12, to the ceiling 8 before securing the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8, and the fixing assembly 12 may maintain its fixation to the first transport module 21 until the work assembly 14 has completed securely connecting the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8. Adjacent first transport modules 21 may be securely connected by a quick connection method such as the engagement of locking claws and locking grooves, in which case the work assembly 14 may be omitted or may be used only to release the secure connection between adjacent first transport modules 21.

[0027] As an option, the automatic guide vehicle 11 is equipped with an omnidirectional wheel group, which allows for more flexible adjustment of the position and horizontal direction of the first transport module 21, which is fixed by the fixed assembly 12, on the interior floor plate.

[0028] Optionally, referring to Figure 3, the fixed assembly 12 comprises a lifting seat 120 connected to the lifting mechanism 13 and a fixed component 121 for fixing the first transport module 21. The fixed component 121 is rotatable relative to the lifting seat 120, and after the fixed component 121 has rotated, part or all of the fixed component 121 may be positioned diagonally above or to the side of the automatic guide vehicle 11. The fixed component 121 is provided with the fixed member 1210 described above. The work assembly 14 may be provided on the lifting seat 120 or the fixed component 121, and the fixed assembly 12 further comprises a drive mechanism 122 for rotating the fixed component 121 relative to the lifting seat 120. In the illustrated embodiment, the fixed component 121 is rotatable relative to the lifting seat 120 about a first rotation axis provided along the lateral direction of the automatic guide vehicle 11, and the drive mechanism 122 is an automatic telescopic lever, the ends of which are connected to the lifting seat 120 and the fixed component 121, respectively, and the automatic telescopic lever extends and retracts so that the fixed component 121 rotates relative to the lifting seat 120. The drive mechanism 122 is not limited to an automatic telescopic lever, for example, the drive mechanism is a rotary motor provided on the first rotation axis, and the rotary motor rotates the fixed component 121 relative to the lifting seat 120.

[0029] The fixing component 121 rotates relative to the lifting seat 120, thereby enabling the fixing component 121 to automatically fix the first transport module 21, which is placed upright on the floor of the room, when the fixing assembly 12 approaches the automatic guide vehicle 11. After the fixing component 121 has fixed the first transport module 21, the fixing component 121 rotates in the opposite direction relative to the lifting seat 120, changing the first transport module 21 fixed by the fixing component 121 from an upright position to a reclining position required for installation, thereby mounting the first transport module 21 to the ceiling 8 in a reclining position, that is, as shown in Figure 2, the longitudinal direction of the first transport module 21 after installation is approximately horizontal. Specifically, the first transport module 21 awaiting installation is placed upright on the floor of the room, the automatic guide vehicle 11 moves until it is close to the first transport module 21, and the fixed component 121 rotates relative to the lifting seat 120 until it is positioned partially or entirely above or to the side of the automatic guide vehicle 11, thereby enabling the fixed component 121 to automatically fix the first transport module 21, and as a result the first transport module 21 does not need to be loaded onto the fixed assembly 12 by manual labor or other external equipment.

[0030] Optionally, referring again to Figure 3, the first cargo access terminal 2 further comprises a plurality of second transport modules 22 used for transporting cargo. These plurality of second transport modules 22 can be mounted in a sequential abutment along a second direction. The second direction may be vertical or intersect with the first direction. Specifically, the plurality of second transport modules 22 may be mounted in a sequential abutment from bottom to top to transport cargo between an area close to the ceiling 8 of the room and an area close to the floor of the room. In the illustrated embodiment, the second transport module 22 is a vertical cabinet structure, and the second transport module 22 is in an upright position after installation, i.e., the longitudinal direction of the second transport module 22 is substantially vertical.

[0031] Furthermore, the fixed component 121 rotates relative to the lifting seat 120, thereby enabling the fixed component 121 to automatically fix the second transport module 22 placed on the room floor when the fixed assembly 12 approaches the automatic guide vehicle 11. The first automatic device 1 moves, as shown in Figure 3, to directly above the second transport module 22 to which the fixed component 121 has fixed, via the automatic guide vehicle 11 and the lifting mechanism 13, bringing these two second transport modules 22 into contact, and the work assembly 14 is used to achieve and / or release the secure connection of the vertically adjacent second transport modules 22. The lowest-positioned second transport module 22 may first be moved to its mounting position on the room floor by the first automatic device 1 or manually.

[0032] Furthermore, referring to Figure 4, the first transport module 21 and the second transport module 22 can come into contact with each other to transfer cargo. In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting position of the second transport module 22 is located directly below the first transport module 21, and the second transport module 22, which is at the highest position, is in contact with the first transport module 21 located above it. Accordingly, the work assembly 14 is also used to achieve and / or disengage a secure connection between the first transport module 21 and the second transport module 22. The secure connection method between adjacent second transport modules 22 or between the first transport module 21 and the second transport module 22 may be essentially the same as the secure connection method between adjacent first transport modules 21, and will not be described further here.

[0033] In another embodiment, multiple second transport modules 22 may be mounted in a sequential manner from top to bottom. That is, the second transport module 22 at the highest position may first be moved to the mounting position by the first automatic device 1, and the work assembly 14 ensures a secure connection between this second transport module 22 and the first transport module 21 mounted on the ceiling 8. Then, the first automatic device 1 fixes another second transport module 22 awaiting mounting and moves it directly below the mounted second transport module 22, thereby bringing these two second transport modules 22 into contact. The secure connection of these two second transport modules 22 is achieved by the work assembly 14 or the rapid coupling method described above.

[0034] Optionally, referring to Figure 5, the first automatic device 1 further comprises a rotating mechanism 15, which is connected to the lifting mechanism 13 and the automatic guide vehicle 11, respectively, in order to rotate the lifting mechanism 13 relative to the automatic guide vehicle 11. In the illustrated embodiment, the rotating mechanism 15 comprises a flat plate 151, the lifting mechanism 13 is provided on the upper surface of this flat plate 151, and a second rotating shaft 150 connected to the automatic guide vehicle 11 is provided on the lower surface of this flat plate 151. The second rotating shaft 150 is provided at the lateral center of the automatic guide vehicle 11 along the longitudinal direction of the automatic guide vehicle 11. As shown in Figure 5, the upper surface of the automatic guide vehicle 11 relative to the flat plate 151 is inclined by gradually decreasing in height from the lateral center toward both sides, so that the flat plate 151 can rotate at a constant angle on both sides of the automatic guide vehicle 11 around the second rotating shaft 150. The rotating mechanism 15 further includes a drive member (not shown) dynamically connected to the flat plate 151 in order to rotate the flat plate 151 around the second rotating shaft 150.

[0035] In the illustrated embodiment, the lateral dimension of the automatic guide vehicle 11 is smaller than its longitudinal dimension, and weight blocks may be provided at the front or rear of the automatic guide vehicle 11, thereby making the lateral stability of the first automatic device 1 worse than its longitudinal stability. If the room floor surface on which the automatic guide vehicle 11 is located is not flat or horizontal, the first automatic device 1 is prone to tipping laterally after the lifting mechanism 13 extends. The rotation mechanism 15 can rotate the lifting mechanism 13 relative to the automatic guide vehicle 11 to reduce or eliminate the lateral inclination of the lifting mechanism 13, thereby preventing the first automatic device 1 from tipping over. Therefore, the first automatic device 1 does not need to be provided with support legs to improve stability, and the extension and retraction of support legs may be omitted. The first automatic device 1 helps to improve the installation efficiency in the process of continuously installing multiple first transport modules 21 or second transport modules 22.

[0036] Furthermore, if the indoor floor surface is not flat or level, the drive mechanism 122 and the rotation mechanism 15 allow the first automatic device 1 to adjust the first transport module 21 or the second transport module 22, which is fixed by the fixed component 121, to the correct installation position. Optionally, the fixed component 121 is equipped with an attitude sensor, which forms a closed-loop control circuit with the drive mechanism 122, the rotation mechanism 15, and the controller of the first automatic device 1, thereby enabling the first automatic device 1 to automatically adjust the module fixed by the fixed component 121 to the correct installation position.

[0037] Optionally, referring again to Figures 1 and 2, modules of the first cargo access terminal 2, for example, the first transport module 21 and / or the second transport module 22, are provided with readable labels 23, and correspondingly, the first automated device 1 further comprises a reader 16. The reader 16 can read the information on the module's readable label 23 in order to identify the module's identification information. The readable label 23 may be an RFID label or a label with a two-dimensional code printed on it, and correspondingly, the reader 16 is an RFID label reader or a photoelectric converter.

[0038] In one embodiment, if the installation order of each module of the first cargo access terminal 2 is predetermined, and manual operation or other external equipment has not loaded the modules into the first automated device 1 in the predetermined installation order, the module's identification information is identified, and the first automated device 1 avoids installing the module. Specifically, the first automated device 1 or a device connected to it checks, based on the module's identification information, whether the module is the next module to be installed as predetermined. If the check is incorrect, the first automated device 1 stops fixing or installing the module. Alternatively, before automatically fixing the first transport module 21 or the second transport module 22, the first automated device 1 reads the module's readable label 23 to check whether the module is the next module to be installed as predetermined, and a correct check result is used as a trigger condition for the first automated device 1 to automatically fix the module.

[0039] In another embodiment, the first automatic device 1 can execute an installation program corresponding to a module based on the module's identification information. Specifically, the first automatic device 1 can pre-set different installation programs according to the different structures of the modules. For example, the number and location of the secure contacts selected by the first automatic device 1 on the ceiling 8 may differ in the installation programs for different first transport modules 21. The first automatic device 1 or a device connected thereto can select an installation program corresponding to a module based on the obtained identification information, thereby enabling the first automatic device 1 to automatically execute the installation program corresponding to the module.

[0040] Optionally, the work unit 141 may also be used to release the tight connections between some modules of the first cargo access terminal 2 to which the first automatic device 1 is installed, so that the modules can be automatically removed from the first cargo access terminal 2 to which the first automatic device 1 is installed. Alternatively, the work unit 141 may further have a type for performing at least one of the following tasks: cleaning, inspection, and repair, so that maintenance work can be performed on the first cargo access terminal 2 to which the first automatic device 1 is installed. [Examples]

[0041] Referring to Figures 6 and 7, this embodiment provides a second automated device 3 for installing a second cargo access terminal 4 in smart logistics. The second cargo access terminal 4 comprises a plurality of third transport modules 41 for transporting cargo, which can be installed sequentially from bottom to top. In one embodiment, the second cargo access terminal 4 can be positioned on the exterior wall of a high-rise building to transport cargo between an area close to the ground and an area close to the top of the building, and the top of the second cargo access terminal 4 can be used to load and unload cargo by unmanned aerial vehicles. If the plurality of third transport modules 41 are installed by manual contact, it is necessary to assemble scaffolding for workers to work on, or to use large crane equipment, which results in a long installation period, high installation costs, and is unfavorable for large-scale deployment of the second cargo access terminal 4.

[0042] The second automated device 3 comprises a slide assembly 31, a fixing component 32, a moving mechanism 33, and a work assembly 34. The third transport module 41 is provided with a first guide rail 411. The first guide rails 411 of adjacent third transport modules 41 that are mounted in contact with each other are connectable. After a plurality of third transport modules 41 are mounted in contact with each other in sequence, the slide assembly 31 can slide upward or downward along the first guide rails 411 of the plurality of third transport modules 41 from one side of a third transport module 41 to the other side of a third transport module 41, that is, the slide assembly 31 can be positioned to the side of a mounted third transport module 41 and autonomously slide up and down along the first guide rail 411 of this third transport module 41. At least a portion of the fixing component 32 can be positioned above the slide assembly 31 and is used to fix third transport modules 41 awaiting mounting. The moving mechanism 33 is provided on the slide assembly 31 and is dynamically connected to the fixed component 32. After the slide assembly 31 has slid to the top of or near the top of the third transport module 41 to which it is mounted, the moving mechanism 33 is used to move the third transport module 41 awaiting mounting directly above the mounted third transport module 41. The working assembly 34 is provided on the slide assembly 31, the moving mechanism 33, or the fixed component 32 and is used to securely connect and / or disconnect vertically adjacent third transport modules 41.

[0043] Specifically, the slide assembly 31 comprises a guide roller (not shown) and a drive member (not shown). The guide roller allows the slide assembly 31 to adhere to the first guide rail 411 and slide along the first guide rail 411. The drive member can autonomously slide the slide assembly 31 along the first guide rail 411. The drive member comprises a motor and a gear electrically connected to the motor, and the first guide rail 411 comprises a rack gear that engages with the gear. The drive member is not limited to the above configuration, and for example, the drive member comprises a tow rope and a rope reel for automatically extending and retracting the tow rope, with one end of the tow rope fixed to the top of the attached portion of the second cargo access terminal 4. The slide assembly 31 may further comprise a cable for connecting to a battery or ground power source to provide power to the second automated device 3.

[0044] The fixed component 32 includes a fixing member for fixing the third transport module 41 to the fixed component 32. The fixing member may be basically the same as the fixing member 1210 of the fixed assembly 12 of Embodiment 1 in order to achieve fixing to the third transport module 41, and the configuration of the third transport module 41 may be basically the same as that of the second transport module 22. In the illustrated embodiment, the fixed component 32 is a pair of cantilevers provided above the slide assembly 31 and arranged facing each other, the moving mechanism 33 is provided at the top of the slide assembly 31, and the cantilevers are movably connected to the moving mechanism 33 in order to move between directly above the slide assembly 31 and directly above the attached third transport module 41. The fixed component 32 is not limited to the cantilever structure, for example, in another embodiment, the moving mechanism 33 together with the fixed component 32 constitutes a rectangular movable link mechanism, and the fixed component 32 is a single movable link.

[0045] The structure of the work assembly 34 and the method for ensuring a secure connection with the adjacent third transport module 41 may be the same as that of the work unit 14 in Embodiment 1, and will not be described here. In the illustrated embodiment, there is one work assembly 34, which is located at the bottom of the slide assembly 31. The number of work assemblies 34 is not limited to one; for example, one work assembly 34 may be provided on each of the opposing sides of the slide assembly 31 or the moving mechanism 33. The work assembly 34 may be located on the moving mechanism 33 or the fixed component 32 and may move relative to the slide assembly 31 via the moving mechanism 33.

[0046] In one embodiment, at least one third transport module 41 is pre-installed on the ground. The second automated device 3 is then installed on the first guide rail 411 of the third transport module 41, thereby enabling the second automated device 3 to slide along the first guide rail 411 between a height close to the ground and a height close to the top of the installed third transport module 41. As the second automated device 3 approaches the ground, the third transport module 41 awaiting installation is loaded onto the fixed component 32 by manual means or other external equipment, after which the second automated device 3 slides until it is close to the top of the third transport module 41 to which the slide assembly 31 is installed. Next, the fixed component 32 moves relative to the slide assembly 31 via the moving mechanism 33 until the third transport module 41 fixed by the fixed component 32 moves directly above the slide assembly 31. At this time, if the third transport module 41 fixed by the second automatic device 3 comes into contact with the third transport module 41 adjacent to it below, or if there is a vertical gap between the third transport module 41 fixed by the second automatic device 3 and the third transport module 41 directly below it, the slide assembly 31 may slide downward to bring these two third transport modules 41 into contact. After the work assembly 34 has achieved a secure connection between the third transport module 41 fixed by the second automatic device 3 and the third transport module 41 directly below it, the fixed component 32 releases its fixation to the third transport module 41 and returns to directly above the slide module 31. The slide assembly 31 slides downward until it is close to the ground to receive the third transport module 41, which is awaiting installation.

[0047] In another embodiment, the second automatic device 3 moves a third transport module 41 awaiting installation directly above the installed third transport module 41 via the slide assembly 31 and the moving mechanism 33, thereby securely connecting the two third transport modules 41. For example, adjacent third transport modules 41 are securely connected by a quick connection method such as the engagement of locking claws and locking grooves, and the second automatic device 3 moves a third transport module 41 fixed by the fixed component 32 directly above the installed third transport module 41 via the slide assembly 31 and the moving mechanism 33, simultaneously engaging the locking claw of one of the two third transport modules 41 with the locking groove of the other to achieve a secure connection between them. Therefore, the second automatic device 3 does not necessarily include a work assembly 34, or the work assembly 34 is used only to release the secure connection between adjacent third transport modules 41, for example, the engagement of locking claws and locking grooves.

[0048] The moving mechanism 33 does not necessarily have to be electrically connected to the fixed component 32. In another embodiment, after the slide assembly 31 has slid to or near the top of the third transport module 41 to which it is attached, the fixed component 32 releases its fixation to the third transport module 41 awaiting attachment. The moving mechanism 33 then moves this third transport module 41 directly above the attached third transport module 41. One of the third transport module 41 awaiting attachment and the third transport module 41 adjacent to it directly below it is provided with a slide groove, and the other is provided with a fitting structure corresponding to the slide groove. The fitting structure is slidable in the longitudinal direction of the slide groove by fitting into the slide groove to prevent the third transport module 41 awaiting attachment from moving in other directions during the process driven by the moving mechanism 33, thereby preventing the third transport module 41 from falling. Specifically, the longitudinal direction of the slide groove coincides with the direction in which the moving mechanism 33 moves the third transport module 41 awaiting installation, and the top and bottom of each third transport module 41 are provided with a slide groove and a fitting structure, respectively. The moving mechanism may be a movable member that can push the third transport module 41 awaiting installation, a belt conveyor on which the third transport module 41 awaiting installation can be placed, or rollers provided close to the first guide rail 411.

[0049] The second automated device 3 eliminates the need to assemble scaffolding and the use of large crane equipment, and can automatically attach multiple third transport modules 41 by bringing them into contact from below, thereby improving installation efficiency. This reduces the installation period and cost of the second cargo access terminal 4 and is useful for large-scale deployments of the second cargo access terminal 4.

[0050] Referring to Figures 8 and 9, the second cargo access terminal 4 may further include a platform module 42 for unmanned aerial vehicles to take off and land. This platform module 42 includes a connecting portion 421 for securely connecting to the third transport module 41 so that it can be installed on top of the third transport module 41. The fixing component 32 of the second automated device 3 is also used to fix the platform module 42 awaiting installation, specifically the fixing component 32 fixing the platform module 42 via the connecting portion 421.

[0051] Furthermore, the fixed component 32 is rotatable relative to the slide assembly 31, thereby allowing the platform module 42 fixed by the fixed component 32 to be switched between the vertical orientation (upright position) required for sliding and the horizontal orientation (reclining position) required for installation. In the vertical orientation, part or all of the platform module 42 fixed by the fixed component 32 can be positioned on the opposite side of the first guide rail 411 of the slide assembly 31 to avoid collision with the first guide rail 411. Specifically, the second automatic device 3 further includes a drive mechanism 35 for rotating the fixed component 32 relative to the slide assembly 31. In the illustrated embodiment, the drive mechanism 35 is an automatic telescopic lever, with both ends of the automatic telescopic lever connected to the slide assembly 31 and the moving mechanism 33, respectively. The automatic telescopic lever extends and retracts so that the fixed component 32 rotates relative to the slide assembly 31. The drive mechanism 35 is not limited to an automatic telescopic lever; for example, the drive mechanism 35 may be a rotary motor.

[0052] In one embodiment, the platform module 42 provides a takeoff and landing surface for the unmanned aerial vehicle to take off and land. After the platform module 42 is installed, it is in a horizontal position with the takeoff and landing surface being approximately horizontal, and as shown in Figure 8, the horizontal dimension of the platform module 42 is significantly larger than its height dimension and the horizontal dimension of the installed third transport module 41. When the platform module 42 is in a vertical position, the takeoff and landing surface is approximately vertical, as shown in Figure 9. The fixing component 32 rotates relative to the slide assembly 31, allowing the vertically positioned platform module 42 to be fixed when the second automatic device 3 approaches the ground or the bottom of the installed third transport module 41. When the slide assembly 31 slides to or near the top of the installed third transport module 41, the fixing component 32 rotates in the opposite direction relative to the slide assembly 31, and the platform module 42, fixed by the fixing component 32, is converted to the horizontal position required for installation.

[0053] Referring to Figure 10, if the second cargo access terminal 4 is located on the exterior wall of building 9, it further comprises a first wall mounting fixture 43 pre-installed on the third transport module 41, which is used to secure the third transport module 41 to the exterior wall of building 9. The work assembly 34 is also used to achieve and / or release a secure connection between the first wall mounting fixture 43 and building 9. Optionally, the first wall mounting fixture 43 can be folded into the side of the third transport module 41, and accordingly, the work assembly 34 can unfold the first wall mounting fixture 43 before achieving a secure connection between the first wall mounting fixture 43 and building 9. The second cargo access terminal 4 may also be installed alone in an open outdoor location, in which case the first wall mounting fixture 43 does not need to be pre-installed on the third transport module 41.

[0054] Furthermore, referring to Figure 11, the second cargo access terminal 4 further includes a storage module 44 for users to load and unload cargo. A third transport module 41 can load and unload cargo into and out of the storage module 44. The storage module 44 is located to the side of the third transport module 41, and these two modules may be pre-assembled. After the third transport module 41 is installed on the exterior wall of the building 9, the storage module 44 is installed near a communication point in the building 9, such as a window or balcony, thereby enabling users to load and unload cargo indoors. Accordingly, a fixed component 32 can fix the combination of the third transport module 41 and the storage module 44. In the illustrated embodiment, when the fixed component 32 fixes this combination, the bottom of the storage module 44 in the combination is higher than the bottom of the third transport module 41 in the combination, and as shown in Figure 11, the height of the fixed component 32 is between the bottom of the storage module 44 and the bottom of the third transport module 41.

[0055] Furthermore, the second cargo access terminal 4 further includes a second wall mounting fixture 45 pre-installed on the storage module 44. The second wall mounting fixture 45 is used to secure the storage module 44 to the exterior wall surface of the building 9. The work assembly 34 can also enable and / or disable a secure connection between the second wall mounting fixture 45 and the building 9. Optionally, the second wall mounting fixture 45 can be folded into the side of the storage module 44 and unfolded by the work assembly 34.

[0056] Referring to Figure 12, the third transport module 41 includes a support structure 412. The support structure 412 may be a hollow, elongated cabinet structure with openings at both ends, and multiple support structures 412 can sequentially abut each other at their ends. Inside the support structure 412 are a second guide rail (not shown) and a transport mechanism (not shown) installed on the second guide rail. The transport mechanism can slide cargo up and down along the second guide rail so that the third transport module 41 can transport cargo. The first guide rail 411 is located outside the support structure 412 and is separable from the support structure 412.

[0057] The fixing component 32 is also used to fix the first guide rail 411, and the work assembly 34 is also used to release the secure connection between the first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412, thereby allowing the second automatic device 3 to remove the first guide rail 411, which is located above the slide assembly 31, from the attached support structure 412 and move it to the ground or to an area close to the bottom of the attached third transport module 41. Optionally, the first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412 are securely connected via bolts, and correspondingly the work unit of the work assembly 34 is used to loosen the bolts. Alternatively, the first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412 are securely connected by the engagement of a lock and a lock groove, and the work unit of the work assembly 34 is used to release the engagement of the lock and the lock groove.

[0058] In one embodiment, after all modules of the second cargo access terminal 4 have been installed, the second automated device 3 removes the first guide rails 411 located above the slide assembly 31 from top to bottom until only the lowest first guide rail 411 of the second cargo access terminal 4 remains, moves the removed first guide rail 411 to the ground or an area close to the bottom of the installed third transport module 41, and then the first guide rail 411 is removed from the fixed component 32 by hand or other external equipment. After the second automated device 3 has been removed from the first guide rail 411, the remaining first guide rail 411 is removed by hand or other external equipment. The removed first guide rail 411 may be used for the installation of other second cargo access terminals 4.

[0059] The first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412 may be pre-assembled. Alternatively, the work assembly 34 may be used to ensure a secure connection between the first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412, thereby enabling the second automatic device 3 to first attach the support structure 412 and then attach the first guide rail 411 to the support structure 412. Specifically, the second automatic device 3 may first attach one support structure 412, and then fix the first guide rail 411 to this support structure 412, and in this way, attach multiple support structures 412 and the first guide rail 411 alternately.

[0060] In the illustrated embodiment, the fixing component 32 comprises at least two sets of fixing members, each set of fixing members used to fix one first guide rail 411, thereby enabling the second automatic device 3 to sequentially remove multiple first guide rails 411 from the support structure 412 and to temporarily move the removed multiple first guide rails 411 to an area close to the ground or the bottom of the attached third transport module 41, or to simultaneously receive multiple first guide rails 411 when they are close to the ground or the bottom of the attached third transport module 41 and to sequentially attach the multiple first guide rails 411 to the support structure 412. As a result, the efficiency of attaching or removing the first guide rails 411 by the second automatic device 3 is increased. Optionally, multiple sets of fixing members are arranged along the direction in which the fixing component 32 or the moving mechanism 33 moves relative to the slide assembly 31.

[0061] In another embodiment, the first guide rail 411 and the support structure 412 are inseparable, or the first guide rail 411 is retained after the installation of the second cargo access terminal 4 is complete. After the second automatic device 3 is removed from the first guide rail 411, the transport mechanism may be installed on the first guide rail 411 to slide cargo up and down relative to the first guide rail 411. In such a configuration, the third transport module 41 does not need to have a second guide rail, and the support structure 412 does not have to be a hollow, elongated structure with openings at both ends.

[0062] Optionally, modules of the second cargo access terminal 4, such as the third transport module 41 and / or platform module 42, are provided with readable labels, and accordingly, the second automated device 3 further includes a reading unit. This reading unit has essentially the same operating method as the reading unit 16 of the first automated device 1 in Embodiment 1.

[0063] Optionally, the work units of the work assembly 34 are also used to release the tight connections between some modules of the second cargo access terminal 4 to which the second automated device 3 is installed, so that the modules can be automatically removed from the second cargo access terminal 4 to which the second automated device 3 is installed. Alternatively, the work units of the work assembly 34 may further have types for performing at least one of the following tasks: cleaning, inspection, and repair, so that maintenance work can be performed on the second cargo access terminal 4 to which the second automated device 3 is installed. [Examples]

[0064] Referring to Figures 13 to 16, this embodiment provides another first automatic device 5 and another second automatic device 7. The configuration of the first automatic device 5 is basically the same as that of the first automatic device 1 in Embodiment 1, so that the first automatic device 5 is used for mounting the first cargo access terminal 2. The configuration of the second automatic device 7 is basically the same as that of the second automatic device 3 in Embodiment 2, so that the second automatic device 7 is used for mounting the second cargo access terminal 4. The difference is that the fixed assembly 52 and the work assembly 54 of the first automatic device 5 are separated from the lifting mechanism 13 and can be reinstalled and combined with the slide assembly 71 to form the second automatic device 7. The fixed assembly 52 comprises a fixed component 522, a mounting base 524, and a moving mechanism 523 provided on the mounting base 524. The mounting base 524 can be connected to or separated from the slide assembly 71, allowing the fixed assembly 52 and the work assembly 54 to be attached to and detached from the slide assembly 71. The mounting base 524 can also be connected to or separated from the lifting mechanism 13, allowing the fixed assembly 52 and the work assembly 54 to be attached to and detached from the lifting mechanism 13. The operation methods of the slide assembly 71, the fixed component 522, and the moving mechanism 523 are basically the same as those of the slide assembly 31, the fixed component 32, and the moving mechanism 33 in Embodiment 2, and will not be explained further here. The fixed assembly 52 does not have a lifting seat 120, and the lifting seat 120 may be part of the lifting mechanism 13, or the mounting base 524 may be the lifting seat 120. The fixed assembly 52 does not have a moving mechanism 523, in which case the moving mechanism 523 is provided on the slide assembly 71 and is not shared with the first automatic device 5.

[0065] The first automated device 5 and the second automated device 7 share a fixed assembly 52 and a working assembly 54, effectively reducing the overall development, production, and operating costs of the two types of automated devices.

[0066] Optionally, the fixed component 522 is rotatable relative to the lifting mechanism 13 or the slide assembly 71. Specifically, the fixed assembly 52 further comprises a drive mechanism 525. When the fixed assembly 52 is installed on the lifting mechanism 13 as part of the first automatic device 5, the operation of this drive mechanism 525 is basically the same as that of the drive mechanism 122 of the first automatic device 1. When the fixed assembly 52 is installed on the slide assembly 71 as part of the second automatic device 7, the operation of this drive mechanism 525 is basically the same as that of the drive mechanism 35 of the second automatic device 3, and will not be described further here. Furthermore, the fixed component 522 and the work assembly 54 installed on the slide assembly 71 can be rotated so that the end furthest from their respective axis of rotation approaches the slide assembly 71, as shown in Figure 15, which results in a more compact second automatic device 7, making it convenient for storage and transport after the second automatic device 7 is removed from the first guide rail 411. The fixed component 32 and the work assembly 34 of the second automated device 3 in Embodiment 2 may be rotated such that the end furthest from their respective axis of rotation approaches the slide assembly 71, thereby making the second automated device 3 more compact.

[0067] Optionally, the fixed component 522 includes at least one pair of fixing members 5220 arranged opposite each other for jointly fixing modules of the first cargo access terminal 2 or the second cargo access terminal 4. This module may be a first transport module 21, a second transport module 22, or a third transport module 41, and when fixed, it is located between the two fixing members 5220. At least two work assemblies 54 are connected to the moving mechanism 523 or the fixed component 522 and are provided on opposite sides of the moving mechanism 523. The moving mechanism 523 is also used to adjust the spacing between the two fixing members 5220 of the fixed component 522 so that the fixed component 522 can fix modules of various sizes of the first cargo access terminal 2 or the second cargo access terminal 4. The moving mechanism 523 is also used to adjust the spacing between two work assemblies 54 so that the two work assemblies 54 are located on opposite sides of a module fixed by a fixed component 522, or are positioned in close proximity to each other. In the illustrated embodiment, the moving mechanism 523 comprises a pair of moving parts 5230 that can move closer to or further apart from each other, each moving part 5230 being provided with at least one fixed member 5220 and at least one work assembly 54. The fixed members 5220 are fixed to the moving parts 5230 or are movable relative to the moving part 5230 to which each is located in order to move the jointly fixed third transport module 41 to which the third transport module 41 is attached. The first automated device 1 of Embodiment 1 and the second automated device 3 of Embodiment 2 may use the above configuration.

[0068] Optionally, referring again to Figures 15 and 16, the second automatic device 7 further comprises a power supply assembly 76 and a cable 77. When the slide assembly 71 slides along the first guide rail 411, the power supply assembly 76 is fixedly mounted on the first guide rail 411 and positioned closer to the ground relative to the slide assembly 71. The power supply assembly 76 can be coupled to the slide assembly 71 or spaced apart from it. When the power supply assembly 76 is spaced apart from the slide assembly 71, the power supply assembly 76 is connected to the slide assembly 71 via the cable 77 to supply power to the slide assembly 71. As a result, the slide assembly 71 does not need to have a cable for connecting a battery or ground power source, reducing its volume and weight, and allowing the cable 77 to be positioned closer to the first guide rail 411. The power supply module 76 is connected to a ground power source or has a battery. Furthermore, the power supply module 76 may include a cable reel for automatically extending and retracting the cable 77. The cable 77 may be used for data communication, or the power supply assembly 76 may be used as a fall protection device when the slide assembly 71 falls uncontrollably. When the power supply assembly 76 is joined to the slide assembly 71, the power supply assembly 76 and the slide assembly 71 can be attached together to or removed together from the first guide rail 411, thereby improving the attachment and detachment efficiency of the second automatic device 7 and facilitating the integrated storage and transport of the second automatic device 7. The second automatic device 3 of Embodiment 2 may be provided with a power supply unit 76 and a cable 77.

[0069] Furthermore, the power supply unit 76 is further provided with a locking mechanism (not shown) for maintaining its connection with the slide assembly 71. After the second automatic device 7 is installed on the first guide rail 411, the locking mechanism releases the slide assembly 71, and the slide assembly 71 slides upward to create a gap between itself and the power supply assembly 76. Before the second automatic device 7 is removed from the first guide rail 411, the slide assembly 711 slides downward until it is engaged with the power supply assembly 76, and the locking mechanism locks the slide assembly 71 in place.

[0070] Each of the technical features of the embodiments described above can be combined in any way, and for the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of each of the technical features of the embodiments described above will be described; however, these combinations of technical features should be considered to fall within the scope described herein, insofar as they do not conflict with each other.

[0071] The above embodiments describe only a few embodiments of the present invention, and while the description is more specific and detailed, it cannot be understood as a limitation of the claims. For a general expert in the art, some modifications and improvements are possible without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of patent protection for the present invention should be based on the appended claims.

Claims

1. A second automatic device for installing a second cargo access terminal, wherein the second cargo access terminal comprises a plurality of third transport modules for transporting cargo, the plurality of third transport modules can be installed by sequentially contacting them from bottom to top, and the third transport modules are provided with a first guide rail. The second automatic device comprises a slide assembly, and after a plurality of the third transport modules are sequentially mounted in contact with each other, the slide assembly is capable of sliding upward or downward along the first guide rails of the plurality of third transport modules, from one side of the third transport module to the other side of the third transport module. The second automatic device further comprises a fixed component, a moving mechanism provided on the slide assembly, and a work assembly provided on the slide assembly, the moving mechanism, or the fixed component. At least a portion of the fixed component can be positioned above the slide assembly and is used to secure the third transport module awaiting installation; after the slide assembly has slid to or near the top of the third transport module to which it is installed, the moving mechanism is used to move the third transport module awaiting installation directly above the installed third transport module; and the working assembly is used to ensure and / or disengage the vertically adjacent third transport modules. The second automated device.

2. The moving mechanism is dynamically connected to the fixed component and slides to the top of or near the third transport module to which the slide assembly is attached. After that, the fixed component is movable relative to the slide assembly via the moving mechanism until the third transport module, fixed by the fixed component, moves directly above the slide assembly to be directly above the third transport module attached thereto. The work assembly is used to ensure a secure connection between the third transport module fixed by the second automatic device and the third transport module directly below and adjacent thereto. Alternatively, the moving mechanism is not electrically connected to the fixed component, and after the slide assembly slides to or near the top of the third transport module to which it is attached, the fixed component releases its fixation to the third transport module awaiting attachment, and thereafter the moving mechanism moves the third transport module directly above the attached third transport module, and one of the third transport module awaiting attachment and the third transport module adjacent to it directly below it is provided with a slide groove, and the other is provided with a fitting structure corresponding to the slide groove, and the fitting structure is slidable in the longitudinal direction of the slide groove by fitting into the slide groove to prevent the third transport module awaiting attachment from moving in other directions in the process driven by the moving mechanism, thereby preventing the third transport module from falling. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

3. The adjacent third transport modules are securely connected by a rapid coupling method, and the second automatic device moves the third transport module awaiting installation directly above the installed third transport module via the slide assembly and the moving mechanism, thereby securely connecting these two third transport modules. The adjacent third transport modules are securely connected by the engagement of locking claws and locking grooves, and the second automatic device moves the third transport module, which is fixed by the fixed component, directly above the third transport module to which it is attached, via the slide assembly and the moving mechanism, and at the same time inserts the locking claw of one of the two third transport modules into the locking groove of the other to achieve a secure connection between them. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

4. The second cargo access terminal further comprises platform modules for unmanned aerial vehicles to take off and land, and the fixing components are also used to fix the platform modules awaiting installation. The fixing component is rotatable relative to the slide assembly, thereby allowing the platform module, which is fixed by the fixing component, to be switched between the vertical orientation required for sliding and the horizontal orientation required for installation. The platform module, fixed by the aforementioned fixing component, can be positioned in a vertical orientation such that part or all of the platform module is on the opposite side of the first guide rail of the slide assembly, so as to avoid collision with the first guide rail. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

5. The second automatic device further comprises a drive mechanism for rotating the fixed component relative to the slide assembly, and / or, the fixed component and the work assembly can be rotated such that the end furthest from their respective axis of rotation approaches the slide assembly, making the second automatic device more compact and convenient for storage and transport after the second automatic device has been removed from the first guide rail. and / or, the platform module is provided with a connecting portion for securely connecting to the third transport module so that it can be installed on top of the third transport module, and the fixed component is capable of fixing the platform module via the connecting portion. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 4.

6. The fixing component comprises at least one pair of fixing members arranged opposite to each other for jointly fixing the third transport module, At least two of the work assemblies are connected to the moving mechanism or the fixed component and are provided on opposite sides of the moving mechanism, The moving mechanism is also used to adjust the distance between the two fixing members so that the fixing component can fix modules of various sizes of the second cargo access terminal. The moving mechanism is also used to adjust the distance between the two work assemblies so that they can be positioned in or close to each other in the opposing side areas of the module fixed by the fixed component. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

7. The moving mechanism comprises a pair of moving parts that can move closer to or further away from each other, and each of the moving parts is provided with at least one of the fixed members and at least one of the working assemblies. The fixing members are fixedly provided with respect to the moving part, or are movable relative to the moving part to which each of them is located, in order to move the third transport module, to which the third transport module is attached and which is fixed together with the fixing member, directly above the third transport module. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 6.

8. The second cargo access terminal further comprises a first wall mounting fixture, the first wall mounting fixture being used to fix the third transport module to the exterior wall of the building and pre-installed on the third transport module awaiting installation, and the work assembly also being used to securely connect and / or disconnect the first wall mounting fixture to the building. and / or the second cargo access terminal further comprises a storage module and a second wall mounting fixture for users to load and unload cargo, the second wall mounting fixture being used to fix the storage module to the exterior wall of the building and pre-installed on the storage module awaiting installation, the fixing component being capable of fixing the combination of the third transport module and the storage module, the work assembly also being used to achieve and / or release a secure connection between the second wall mounting fixture and the building, and / or, the slide assembly comprises a guide roller and a drive member, the guide roller enabling the slide assembly to adhere to the first guide rail and slide along the first guide rail, the drive member enabling the slide assembly to slide autonomously along the first guide rail, further comprising a motor and a gear dynamically connected to the motor, the first guide rail comprising a rack gear fitted to the gear, or, the drive member comprising a tow rope and a rope reel for automatically extending and retracting the tow rope, with one end of the tow rope fixed to the top of the attached portion of the second cargo access terminal. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

9. The third transport module is provided with a support structure, the first guide rail is located outside the support structure and is separable from the support structure, and the fixing component is also used to fix the first guide rail. The work assembly is also used to release the secure connection between the first guide rail and the support structure, thereby enabling the second automated device to detach the first guide rail, located above the slide assembly, from the attached support structure and move it to the ground or to an area close to the bottom of the attached third transport module, and / or the work assembly is also used to secure the connection between the first guide rail and the support structure, thereby enabling the second automated device to first attach the support structure and then attach the first guide rail to the support structure. The fixing component comprises at least two sets of fixing members, each set of fixing members used to fix one of the first guide rails, thereby enabling the second automatic device to continuously remove a plurality of the first guide rails from the support structure, to temporarily move the removed plurality of first guide rails to the ground or an area close to the bottom of the attached third transport module, or to simultaneously receive the plurality of first guide rails when they are close to the ground or the bottom of the attached third transport module, and to continuously attach the plurality of first guide rails to the support structure. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

10. The second automatic device further comprises a power supply assembly and a cable, wherein, when the slide assembly slides along the first guide rail, the power supply assembly is fixedly mounted on the first guide rail and positioned closer to the ground relative to the slide assembly. The power supply assembly can be joined to the slide assembly or separated from the slide assembly. When the power supply assembly is separated from the slide assembly, the power supply assembly is connected to the slide assembly via the cable, thereby enabling power supply to the slide assembly and / or data communication. When the power supply assembly is joined to the slide assembly, the power supply assembly and the slide assembly can be attached to or removed together from the first guide rail. The power supply assembly is also used as a fall protection device when the slide assembly falls uncontrollably. The second automatic apparatus according to claim 1.

11. A first automated device for installing a first cargo access terminal, wherein the first cargo access terminal comprises at least one first transport module used for cargo transport and capable of being positioned on the interior ceiling, and the first automated device comprises an automatic guide vehicle, a fixed assembly, a lifting mechanism, and a work assembly. The fixing assembly is at least partially located directly above the automatic guide vehicle and is used to fix the first transport module awaiting installation. The lifting mechanism connects the automatic guide vehicle and the fixed assembly, and is used to raise the first transport module, which is fixed by the fixed assembly, so that it contacts or approaches the ceiling, and is also used to lower the first transport module, which is fixed by the fixed assembly, so that it approaches the automatic guide vehicle, and the first automatic device is capable of moving the first transport module, which is fixed by the fixed assembly, to the mounting position via the automatic guide vehicle and the lifting mechanism, The first automatic device and the second automatic device according to claim 1 share the fixed assembly and the work assembly, and the fixed assembly and the work assembly can be separated from the lifting mechanism and reinstalled on the slide assembly to form the second automatic device, the fixed assembly comprises the fixed component and a mounting base, and the fixed component is also used to fix the first transport module. The mounting base is connected to or separated from the slide assembly, thereby enabling the fixed assembly and the work assembly to be attached to and detached from the slide assembly, and the mounting base is connected to or separated from the lifting mechanism, thereby enabling the fixed assembly and the work assembly to be attached to and detached from the lifting mechanism. The work assembly is used to securely connect and / or disconnect the first transport module to the ceiling when installed in the lifting mechanism, and the work assembly is used to securely connect and / or disconnect the vertically adjacent third transport module when installed in the slide assembly. The first automated device.

12. The number of first transport modules in the first cargo access terminal is greater than one, and the first automated device is capable of sequentially bringing the multiple first transport modules into contact with the ceiling along a first direction. After the plurality of first transport modules are securely connected to the ceiling, the work assembly is used to ensure secure connection between adjacent first transport modules, or the work assembly is also used to ensure secure connection between a first transport module and other first transport modules mounted on the ceiling before secure connection between the first transport module and the ceiling is achieved by a fixed assembly. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 11.

13. The fixed assembly further comprises the moving mechanism, and the moving mechanism is provided on the mounting seat and shared with the first automatic device, or the fixed assembly does not comprise the moving mechanism, and the moving mechanism is provided on the slide assembly and not shared with the first automatic device. The fixing component comprises at least one pair of fixing members arranged opposite to each other for jointly fixing the first transport module, At least two of the work assemblies are connected to the moving mechanism or the fixed component and are provided on opposite sides of the moving mechanism, The moving mechanism is used to adjust the distance between the two fixing members so that the fixing component can fix modules of various sizes of the first cargo access terminal. The moving mechanism is also used to adjust the distance between the two work assemblies so that they can be positioned in or close to each other in the opposing side areas of the module fixed by the fixed component. The moving mechanism comprises a pair of moving parts that can move closer to or further away from each other, and each moving part is provided with at least one of the fixed members and at least one of the working assemblies. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 11.

14. The fixed component is rotatable relative to the mounting base, so that after the fixed component has rotated, part or all of the fixed component can be positioned diagonally above or to the side of the automatic guide vehicle. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 11.

15. The fixing component rotates relative to the mounting base, thereby enabling the fixing component to automatically fix the first transport module, which is placed upright on the floor of the room, when the fixing assembly approaches the automatic guide vehicle, and after the fixing component has fixed the first transport module, the fixing component rotates in the reverse direction relative to the mounting base to change the first transport module fixed by the fixing component from the upright position to the reclining position required for mounting. and / or, the number of first transport modules in the first cargo access terminal is greater than one, and the first automatic device is capable of sequentially abutting the multiple first transport modules along a first direction and mounting them to the ceiling, and the first cargo access terminal further comprises a multiple second transport modules used for transporting cargo, the multiple second transport modules being capable of sequentially abutting and mounting along a second direction, the second direction intersects the first direction, and the fixing component rotates relative to the mounting base, thereby enabling the fixing component to automatically fix the second transport modules placed on the floor of the room when the fixing assembly approaches the automatic guide vehicle. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 14.

16. The first automatic device moves directly above or below the second transport module to which the second transport module, which is fixed by the fixed component, is attached via the automatic guide vehicle and the lifting mechanism. The aforementioned work assembly is also used to ensure and / or to securely connect the upper and lower adjacent second transport modules. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 15.

17. The ceiling mounting fixture is pre-installed on the ceiling, the first transport module and the ceiling mounting fixture are securely connected by a rapid coupling method, the first automatic device moves the first transport module, which is fixed by the fixed assembly, to the mounting position via the automatic guide vehicle and the lifting mechanism, thereby securely connecting the first transport module and the ceiling. The first transport module and the ceiling mounting fixture are securely connected by the fitting of a locking claw and a locking groove, and the first automatic device moves the first transport module, which is fixed by the fixed assembly, to the mounting position via the automatic guide vehicle and the lifting mechanism, and at the same time inserts one of the locking claws of the first transport module and the corresponding ceiling mounting fixture into the locking groove of the other, thereby achieving a secure connection between the two. The first automatic apparatus according to claim 11.

18. The work assembly comprises a work unit and a robotic arm, the work unit being used to perform at least one of the following tasks: tightening and loosening bolts, spraying adhesive, cleaning, inspection, and repair. The robot arm is used to move the work unit. A second automatic device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, or a first automatic device according to any one of claims 11 to 17.

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