MANIPULATOR FOR VITRIFIED CASTING PLANTS
The manipulator system addresses inefficiencies in vitrified ceramic production by using electromagnetic magnets and sensors for controlled mold part handling, reducing cycle times and enhancing safety while improving production efficiency.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202522905
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2045-12-30
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Abstract
Description
1 TARIFF MANIPULATOR FOR VITRIFIED CASTING PLANTS TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention relates to a mold used in machines containing casting molds for casting vitrified products. a part of it to be picked up and dropped off at any other desired station It is related to the manipulator. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE In casting processes used in the production of vitrified products, the mold that comes out of the mold various Conveying and manipulation systems are used. With these systems, the material coming out of the casting and 15 Separating the mold parts used in shaping the vitrified product from the mold set, The items are placed at intermediate stations or elevator-like conveyor systems under operator control. This is ensured. In practice, opening the mold sets within a specific cycle time is related to the relevant The mold part is removed from the mold set and transferred to the next processing stations after drying. Transferring goods emerges as a fundamental necessity. For this purpose, manual handling methods, 20 Lifting solutions with crane assistance and various types of mechanical clutch mechanisms. It has been used in the vitrified ceramics industry for a long time. In current vitrified ceramic production practices, operators either manually or manually cut the mold piece. transferring the mold set from the mold set to the conveying system via suspension mechanisms various 25 This can lead to negative consequences. The bulky and heavy nature of the mold parts. In this case, it takes time for the hanging or hook-type holding devices to grasp the appropriate point. In this process, it becomes difficult to hold the mold part in the same position each time. This This leads to an increase in cycle time, makes the process dependent on the operator, and reduces production. This leads to a decrease in efficiency. Furthermore, the casting environment is humid, dusty, and difficult. 30 Working conditions pose additional risks in terms of occupational safety. Heavy molded parts. If the operator gets too close to the mold part during manual guidance, the part... Hazards such as slipping or falling due to improper grip arise, affecting both the workplace. The risk of accidents, as well as the likelihood of mold and equipment damage, increases. In conclusion, all the problems mentioned above necessitate an innovation in the relevant technical field. 35 It has made it mandatory. 2 A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention aims to eliminate the aforementioned disadvantages and contribute to the relevant technical field. It involves a manipulator, aiming to gain new advantages. One purpose of the invention is to remove the mold part from the casting molds and transfer it to different stations. The goal is to develop a manipulator that enables controlled and repeatable transportation of the material. Another aim of the invention is to reduce operator dependence on the casting line and shorten cycle times. shortens and makes the positioning of the mold part controllable in terms of angular and linearity. 10 The goal is to expose a manipulator who brings this about. All the purposes mentioned above and those that will emerge from the detailed explanation below. The present invention, intended to be realized, includes casting molds into which vitrified products are cast. On the machines, a mold piece is picked up and transferred to any other desired station in 15 minutes. It is a manipulator to force abandonment. Accordingly, its innovation is situated on a main framework. It contains a main carrier group, the main carrier group magnetically forces the mold part at least one electromagnetic magnet that enables its retention and the aforementioned electromagnetic The magnet includes a rotating body with which it is connected, and the rotating body is mounted on the main frame. a depth motion bearing that can move linearly along a depth axis 20 Its connection with the main carrier group, the rotating body around a rotational axis It includes a rotating motor that enables the mold part to be rotated. Thus, the mold part is mechanically... It is gripped by magnetic force without the need for hangers or hooks, and is removed from the mold. The process of separation and transfer to different stations is becoming faster and more repeatable. It is coming. 25 A key feature of a possible design of the invention is that the main frame must have at least one movable component. The main driving mechanism is the inclusion of a wheel. Thus, the manipulator can be used with different casting machines within the facility. It can be easily carried along. Another possible configuration of the invention features the rotational movement of the rotating body. At least one primary sensor that detects the position of the rotating body to restrict it to 180°. This involves obtaining an angle value from the first sensor, and the mentioned angle value being set to 180°. It includes a processor unit that enables the spinning motor to be stopped when this happens. 35 3 Another possible configuration of the invention features the rotational movement of the rotating body. At least a position where it will lean against something to prevent it from rotating further if it exceeds 180°. It involves a support system. Another possible configuration of the invention features a rotational movement of the rotating body of 5 Triggered by contact with the rotating body to prevent further rotation if it exceeds 180°, It must contain at least one mechanical switch that allows the rotating motor to be stopped. Another possible configuration of the invention features two electromagnetic magnets. It includes. 10 Another possible configuration of the invention features a rotating electromagnetic magnet. It must include at least one connecting element for detachable attachment to the body. Another possible configuration of the invention features a main frame that is 15 inches from the casting machine. It can be moved by being guided along a channel / rail-like structure that may be located nearby. at least one primary guide wheel positioned at a different height than the main drive wheel It includes. Another possible configuration of the invention would feature at least 20 of the aforementioned first guide wheels. being connected to a fixing plate, the fixing plate being fixed to the main frame its presence, the inclusion of a longitudinal fixation channel on the main frame, first guide at least one so that the wheel can be fixed at different heights on the mounting plate. It includes a fastening element. Another possible configuration of the invention features the operator of the main carrier group. It includes a control unit that allows it to be controlled by [the device / person]. Another possible configuration of the invention features the main carrier group of the control unit. 30 on the depth motion bed, moving together along the depth axis. It is mounted on a bed. Thus, the operator controls the main carrier group at every position. It can access the unit from a similar distance and does not have to change position during the process. It does not remain. Another possible configuration of the invention features 35 components attached to the main frame. It includes a control unit that contains at least one transformer capable of supplying power to the manipulator. 4 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1 shows a representative isometric view of the manipulator. Figure 2 shows an isometric view representing another aspect of the manipulator. 5 Figure 3 shows a representative side view of the manipulator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This detailed explanation of the invention does not merely aim to improve understanding of the subject matter; it does not contain any other information. This is explained with examples that will not create a limiting effect. Figure 1 shows a representative isometric view of the manipulator (10) that is the subject of the invention. The manipulator (10) is used to mold the vitrified products and the molds of these molds. It is positioned between the stations where the parts will be transferred and the mold part being picked up from the counter and moved to another desired station It ensures that the moving components are released. For this purpose, the manipulator (10) has a moving component on it. a supporting structure on which it is transported, and a mold piece positioned on this structure that grips it and is defined It includes a transport group that allows positioning along the axes. Thus, 20 In the vitrified ceramic production line, the mold part is controlled by the operator but mechanically. It is possible to transport it safely, controllably and repeatably in a supported manner. This is the case. The mold part mentioned here is part of a mold set, other than the other parts in the mold set. When assembled with mold parts, the geometry of the vitrified product to be cast It is a part that forms the negative. Preferably, 25, known in practice as the 5th die part. The understanding of the part is ensured. The manipulator (10) includes a main frame (11). The main frame (11) is the manipulator (10) It serves as the basic supporting body for all elements on it. The main skeleton (11) is at least It includes a main drive wheel (111). The aforementioned main drive wheel (111) is 30 of the main frame. (11) moving in the desired direction on the floor of the facility, in the vicinity of the casting bench. This allows for its implementation. In the preferred configuration, as shown in the figures. in order to achieve more balanced movement and ensure a more balanced load distribution There are multiple main drive wheels (111). 35 A main support group (20) is connected to the main frame (11). The main support group (20) is the formwork. It is the main structure that enables the removal of a mold piece from the workbench. The mold piece The grasping is provided magnetically. Accordingly, the main carrier group (20) has at least one It contains an electromagnetic magnet (24). The mold part of the electromagnetic magnet (24) a metal piece that can interact with a magnet on the mold part so that it can hold It is located on the outer surface of the metal part of the mold and the manipulator (10) It is located in a position suitable for the approach direction. 5 The electromagnetic magnet (24) is mounted on a rotating body (21). The rotating body (21) serves as the main element that enables the change of the angular position of the mold part. It does. A rotating shaft (22) is attached to the rotating body (21). The rotating shaft (22) is connected from a region close to the center of the rotating body (21) and the rotating body 10 (21) controlled around a rotation axis (o) assumed to pass through the center of the shaft It enables the rotation of the shaft (22) by a rotating motor (23). It is driven. When the turning motor (23) is running, it turns the turning shaft (22) and This movement is transferred to the rotating body (21). Thus, this movement of the mold part being transported It is possible to rotate it around the axis of rotation (o). In the preferred configuration, 15 There are multiple electromagnetic magnets (24) on the rotating body (21). This This makes it possible to lift the load more evenly. Electromagnetic magnet (24) can be detached by means of at least one connecting element (241) to the rotating body (21). They are interconnected. This allows for the number and positions of magnets to be adjusted to meet different needs. It can be easily replaced. It is also easy in terms of service and maintenance. 20 This is ensured. The manipulator (10) must have at least one to control the rotational movement of the rotating body (21). It contains the first sensor (30). The first sensor (30) is the angular of the rotating body (21) Its position is monitored, and the obtained angle information is transferred to a processing unit. Processor 25 When the angle value received from the first sensor (30) is 180°, the unit is turned to the rotating motor (23) It gives a stop command and prevents the rotating body (21) from rotating more than 180°. In a possible configuration, there are two primary sensors (30). These two primary sensors The sensor (30) determines the starting and ending positions of the 180° movement of the rotating body (21). It enables the perception of the rotating body (21) in a defined range between 0° and 180° 30 This allows it to work. If a failure occurs in the first sensor (30) or processor unit. In order to prevent the rotational movement from becoming unlimited in this case, the rotating body (21) There is at least one support (70) on which it can lean. Support (70) rotating body (21) exceeding 180° When it reaches an angle, it mechanically stops the body and physically prevents it from rotating further. It prevents this. In addition, at least one mechanical switch is present. Rotary 35 If the fuselage (21) goes beyond the foreseen limit, the rotating fuselage (21) mechanical 6 contact with the switch and the rotating motor (23) is activated by the triggering of the mechanical switch. By cutting off the power, the rotational movement exceeding 180° is stopped. The main carrier group (20) is connected to at least one depth motion bearing (12). Depth motion The bed (12) extends outwards from the workbench along a depth axis (I). The depth axis is 5 (I) is an axis parallel to the floor of the facility where the casting machine is located, and the mold part It is the axis that defines the direction in which the material is pulled out, parallel to the floor and perpendicular to the workbench. Main The carrier group (20) is positioned sliding on this depth movement bed (12). and can move back and forth along the depth axis (I). During operation, the mold part While on the casting bench, the electromagnetic magnet (24) on the metal mold part 10 The magnet is positioned to make contact with the part. After the magnet is energized, the main The carrier group (20) will move backwards away from the workbench along the depth axis (I). The mold piece being pulled and held moves in a linear motion from the other part of the mold. It is separated. Thus, the mold part is removed from the molding machine and the depth After the completion of this linear movement on the axis (I), the rotating body (21) 15 By rotating it around the axis of rotation (o), the mold part will be placed at the appropriate station. It is brought to an angular position. The main carrier group (20) contains at least one second sensor. The second sensor rotates. Follow the position of the body (21), i.e. the main carrier group (20) on the depth axis (I) 20 Accordingly, the second sensor ensures the depth of the rotating body (21). whether it is in a predetermined first reference position on the axis (I) It detects. The processor unit receives position information from the second sensor mentioned above from the first one. When the reference position information does not match the operation of the rotating motor (23) It prevents this. The first reference position mentioned here is 25 when the mold part is rotated. a load rotation selected far enough away from the workbench to prevent it from hitting anything. This is the position. This is when the mold part rotates without completely separating from the workbench along the depth axis (I). This prevents the movement from occurring. Thus, the rotational movement that would result from it... Potential damages and workplace accidents are prevented. The main carrier group (20) contains at least one third sensor. The third sensor also contains: It enables tracking of the position of the rotating body (21) on the depth axis. The third sensor is located at a predetermined second depth axis (I) of the rotating body (21). It detects whether it is in the reference position. The processor unit receives information from the third sensor. When the location information does not match the second reference location information mentioned, rotation 35 This prevents the motor (23) from working. The second reference position is the next mold part. 7 After being left at the station, the rotating body, while performing its rotational motion, avoids any surrounding obstacles. It is a turning point where one is far enough away from an obstacle. The second and third sensors work together to detect the rotational movement only in the mold part. This ensures that it is done when there is sufficient space around it. Accordingly, mold part 5 After being taken, the main carrier group (20) first to the first reference position on the depth axis (I) The rotating body (21) is pulled back until the rotating motor (23) comes to this position It is not being operated. After the mold part is placed at the next station, the main carrier... The group (20) is now brought to the second reference position on the depth axis (I). Third Unless the information from the sensor matches the second reference position, the rotating motor (23) 10 It is not being re-run, so both the first rotation after the mold part is taken and Possible rotation operations after the mold part is dropped, on the molding machine and surrounding area. It is carried out at a sufficient distance from obstacles. Especially with the casting machine and the next one. This is particularly important for areas where the distance between stations is limited. The channel will be located on the main frame (11), next to the casting bench of the main frame (11). or at least one first guide wheel (40) which enables it to be guided by a rail-like structure It is located. The first guide wheel (40) is different from the main drive wheels (111). is located at a height and the main frame (11) is within the said channel or rail It ensures that it moves in a directed manner. The first guide wheel (40) has at least one 20 It is connected to the fixing plate (41). The fixing plate (41) is connected to the main frame (11) It is fixed. The fixing plate (41) is fixed at different heights on the main frame (11). It has a longitudinal fixing channel (42) which allows it to be positioned. After the fixing plate (41) is brought to the desired position along the fixing channel (42) It is fixed by at least one fastening element. Thus, the main frame (11) has 25 different compatible with channel or rail structures that may be located at that height and position It ensures that it can be guided. On the other side of the main frame (11), at least one second guide wheel (40) separate from the first guide wheel. There is a guide wheel (50). The second guide wheel will be located on the casting bench side 30 It is in contact with the guide profile and the main frame (11) can be guided from this side as well. Thus, the main frame (11), the first guide wheel (40) and the channel or rail structure provide. along the second guide wheel (50) and the guide profile on the opposite side. can be advanced and the lateral position of the manipulator (10) between the casting benches It is possible to protect it. 35 8 The manipulator (10) enables the operator to control the main carrier group (20). It includes at least one control unit (60). The control unit (60) is connected to the main carrier group (20) It is connected and moves along the depth axis (I) together with the main carrier group. Control Switching the electromagnet (24) on unit (60) and switching it off To remove the control elements, the rotation direction of the rotating motor (23) is to the right and 5 control elements for selecting left and at least one emergency stop button It is located. Thus, the operator holds the mold part in the depth axis (I) all basic functions during the carrying and rotating movement It can be controlled via the control unit (60). The manipulator (10) also has a main frame (11) It contains at least one control unit (90) connected to it. The control unit (90) of the manipulator 10 (10) provides power supply and command functions. The control unit (90) contains at least It includes a transformer, at least one processing unit, and electrical connections to these units. The transformer can protect against electromagnetic magnets (24) and other hazards in the event of a possible power outage. It ensures that the components are powered, thus enabling uninterrupted operation. is happening. 15 Using the magnetic system in the manipulator (10) for gripping the mold part There is no need to position hangers, hooks, or similar mechanical fasteners appropriately. This is especially true for bulky and complex geometric mold parts. It shortens the gripping time. During magnetic gripping, 20°C is applied to the mold surface. No mechanical compression or pressure is applied, thus preventing unwanted changes on the mold surface. Deformations are reduced. In addition, thanks to the magnetic system, the operator's mold... Direct intervention in the mold is reduced, the operator is positioned further away from the mold. It is possible to operate it, and the transportation process becomes more controlled and repeatable. The scope of protection of the invention is specified in the claims attached hereto, and these details are strictly adhered to. The explanation cannot be limited to those given for illustrative purposes. Because a technically skilled person... the person, without deviating from the main theme of the invention, in light of what has been described above, similar It is clear that these structures can emerge. 9 REFERENCE NUMBERS GIVEN IN THE FIGURE Manipulator 11 Main Skeletons 111 Main Drive Wheel 5 12 Depth Movement Mattress Main Carrier Group 21 Rotating Body 22 Rotating Shaft 10 23 Rotating Motors 24 Electromagnetic Magnets 241 Fasteners First Sensor 15 40 First Guide Wheel 41 Fixing Plates 42 Fixing Channels 43 Fixing Pieces 20 50 Second Guide Wheel 60 Control Units 70 Supports 80 Mechanical Locks 90 Control Units 30 (o) Axis of Rotation (I) Depth Axis 35
Claims
REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to a mold used in machines containing casting molds for casting vitrified products. a part of it to be picked up and dropped off at any other desired station The manipulator (10) is characterized by being a main frame (11) on which a main frame is located. containing carrier group (20), the main carrier group (20) of the mold part is magnetic at least one electromagnetic magnet (24) that allows it to be held firmly and a rotating body (21) to which the mentioned electromagnetic magnet (24) is connected including, the rotating body (21), on a depth axis (I) on the main frame (11) connected to a depth bearing that can move linearly. that the main carrier group (20) has a rotational axis (o) of the rotating body (21) It contains a rotating motor (23) that enables it to rotate around.
2. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its feature is that the main frame (11) can move. It must contain at least one main drive wheel (111). 15 3. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its characteristic is the rotational movement of the rotating body (21). At least one that detects the position of the rotating body (21) to restrict it to 180°. including the first sensor (30), taking an angle value from the first sensor (30), When the mentioned angle value reaches 180°, the rotating motor (23) should be stopped. It includes a processing unit that provides [this functionality].
4. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its characteristic is the rotational movement of the rotating body (21). It will lean against something so that it doesn't rotate any further if it exceeds 180°. It must contain at least one support (70) in position. 25 5. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its characteristic is the rotational movement of the rotating body (21). If it exceeds 180°, it should not rotate any further by contact with the rotating body (21). at least one mechanical trigger that causes the rotating motor (23) to stop It contains a key. 30 6. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its feature is; two electromagnetic magnets (24) It includes.
7. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its feature is that the electromagnetic magnet (24) rotates 35 At least one connecting element (241) for detachable connection to the body (21) It includes. 11 8. It is a manipulator according to claim 2 and its feature is that the main frame (11), the casting machine movement guided by a channel / rail-like structure that may be located nearby. In order to be able to move, the main drive wheel must be positioned at a different height than the main drive wheel (111). It contains at least one first guide wheel (40). 5 9. It is a manipulator according to claim 8 and its feature is; the first guide wheel mentioned (40) It must be connected to at least one fixing plate (41), the main of the fixing plate (41) being fixed to the skeleton (11), a longitudinal on the main skeleton (11) including fixing channel (42), fixing plate (41) of the first guide wheel (40) 10 at least one fastening element so that it can be fixed at different heights It includes.
10. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its characteristic is that the operator of the main carrier group (20) It includes a control unit (60) that enables it to be controlled by. 15 11. It is a manipulator according to claim 10 and its characteristic is that the control unit (60) is the main carrier. depth motion with group (20) moving along the depth axis (I) It is that he is lying on his bed (12).
12. It is a manipulator according to claim 1 and its feature is that it is connected to the main frame (11). a control unit which includes at least one transformer capable of supplying energy to the manipulator (10) (90) is included.
