Automatic system and chassis thereof

Abstract

A chassis is provided. The chassis includes a chassis body, a slidable bracket, a handle, and a locking mechanism. The slidable bracket is configured to slide relative to the chassis body. The handle is rotatably connected to the slidable bracket, wherein the handle includes a handle latch hook. The locking mechanism is disposed on the chassis body and is switchable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The handle latch hook is configured to engage with the locking mechanism.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a chassis, and more particularly to a chassis adaptable to an automation system. Prior Technology

[0002] To realize the concept of automated factories, there is a growing demand for automation in areas such as hardware testing and disassembly. In conventional technologies, electronic components in servers and other electronic devices (such as graphics cards and hard drives) often require manual disassembly for testing, which is inefficient and time-consuming. Conventional chassis technology is increasingly failing to meet current market demands. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention provides a chassis to address the problems of the prior art, comprising a chassis body, a bracket, a handle, and a locking mechanism. The bracket is adapted to slide relative to the chassis body. The handle is rotatably disposed on the bracket, and includes a handle hook. The locking mechanism is disposed on the chassis body, having a locked position and an unlocked position. The handle hook is adapted to engage the locking mechanism, which includes a rotating rod pivotally connected to the chassis body. The handle is adapted to rotate relative to the bracket between a first handle position and a second handle position. When the handle is in the first handle position, the handle hook engages the locking mechanism; when the handle is in the second handle position, the handle hook disengages from the locking mechanism.

[0004] In one embodiment, the locking mechanism switches between a locked position and an unlocked position by rotating the rotating rod. The rotating rod includes a latch, and when the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the grip hook is adapted to engage the latch.

[0005] In one embodiment, the locking mechanism further includes a lever, one end of which is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating rod. When an external force pushes the lever, the lever rotates the rotating rod, causing the locking mechanism to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position.

[0006] In one embodiment, the latch is located between the connecting end and one of the pivot portions of the rotating rod, the rotating rod being pivotally connected to the chassis body through the pivot portion.

[0007] In one embodiment, the lever is pivotally connected to the chassis body, and a push-pull portion is formed at the other end of the lever.

[0008] In one embodiment, the locking mechanism further includes a spring element that applies a spring force to the rotating rod when the locking mechanism is in the unlocked position, causing the locking mechanism to return to the locked position.

[0009] In one embodiment, the elastic element is a torsion spring, one end of which is connected to the chassis body, and the other end of which is connected to the rotating rod.

[0010] In one embodiment, the rotating rod includes a guide groove, and the chassis body includes a guide post that extends into the guide groove.

[0011] In one embodiment, the guide groove is formed in the latch portion.

[0012] In one embodiment, the latch includes a first abutment surface and a second abutment surface, the first abutment surface being higher than the second abutment surface, and the grip hook being adapted to engage the first abutment surface or the second abutment surface.

[0013] In one embodiment, the latch includes a guide ramp, and during the insertion of the bracket into the chassis body, the handle is in the first handle position, and the handle hook slides along the guide ramp and pushes up the latch.

[0014] In one embodiment, the latch includes a stop surface higher than the guide ramp, and the grip includes a push top that pushes against the stop surface as the grip rotates from the first grip position to the second grip position.

[0015] In one embodiment, the grip includes a first grip component and a second grip component, the first grip component being pivotally connected to the second grip component, the grip hook being formed on the first grip component, and the push top being formed on the second grip component.

[0016] In one embodiment, the grip further includes a check mechanism disposed on the second grip component, the first grip component including a toothed portion, the check mechanism engaging the toothed portion to limit the relative distance between the push top and the grip hook.

[0017] In one embodiment, the grip further includes a first spring and a second spring, the first spring connecting the first grip component and the second grip component to apply force to the first grip component.

[0018] In one embodiment, the second spring connects the check mechanism and the second grip component to apply force to the check mechanism.

[0019] In one embodiment, the chassis further includes a clamping member, wherein the clamping member is connected to the bracket and protrudes beyond the bracket.

[0020] In another embodiment, the present invention provides an automation system. The automation system includes a chassis and a mechanical device. The chassis includes a chassis body, a bracket, a handle, a locking mechanism, and a clamping member. The bracket is adapted to slide relative to the chassis body. The handle is rotatably disposed on the bracket, wherein the handle includes a handle hook. The locking mechanism is disposed on the chassis body, wherein the locking mechanism is adapted to switch between a locked position and an unlocked position, the handle hook is adapted to engage the locking mechanism, and the locking mechanism includes a rotating rod pivotally connected to the chassis body. The clamping member is connected to the bracket. The mechanical device includes a gripper adapted to grip the clamping member to move the bracket.

[0021] By applying the automation system and its chassis of this invention, mechanical equipment can use grippers to hold and move the tray. This allows for the automated disassembly and testing of electronic components (such as display cards, hard drives, etc.). It significantly improves efficiency and saves labor and time, meeting the growing market trend of automation. Furthermore, by pushing the lever with the pusher, the locking mechanism can be switched from the locked position to the unlocked position, achieving automated unlocking. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0022] Figure 1 shows an assembly diagram of the chassis according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 shows the detailed structure of the locking mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 shows the bracket and handle of an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4A shows the locking mechanism of an embodiment of the present invention in the locked position. Figure 4B shows the locking mechanism of an embodiment of the present invention in the unlocked position. Figure 5A shows the grip in the first grip position according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5B shows the grip in the second grip position according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figures 6A, 6B, and 6C show the grip hook engaging the latch portion according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 shows the grip hook pushing the locking mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8A shows an exploded view of the grip of another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8B shows a combination diagram of the grip of the embodiment in Figure 8A. Figure 9 shows an automated system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Implementation

[0023] Figure 1 shows an assembly diagram of the chassis according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 shows a detailed structure of the locking mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 shows the bracket and handle according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figures 1, 2, and 3, in one embodiment, the chassis B of the present invention includes a chassis body 1, a bracket 2, a handle 301, and a locking mechanism 4. The bracket 2 is adapted to slide relative to the chassis body 1. The handle 301 is rotatably disposed on the bracket 2, wherein the handle 301 includes a handle hook 311. The locking mechanism 4 is disposed on the chassis body 1.

[0024] Figure 4A shows the locking mechanism of the embodiment of the present invention in the locked position. Figure 4B shows the locking mechanism of the embodiment of the present invention in the unlocked position. Referring to Figures 1, 4A and 4B, the locking mechanism 4 is adapted to switch between a locked position (Figure 4A) and an unlocked position (Figure 4B), and the grip hook 311 is adapted to engage the locking mechanism 4.

[0025] Figure 5A shows the grip in the first grip position according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5B shows the grip in the second grip position according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figures 5A and 5B, in one embodiment, the grip 301 is adapted to rotate relative to the bracket 2 between a first grip position (Figure 5A) and a second grip position (Figure 5B). When the grip 301 is in the first grip position (Figure 5A), the grip hook 311 engages with the locking mechanism 4. When the grip 301 is in the second grip position (Figure 5B), the grip hook 311 disengages from the locking mechanism 4.

[0026] Referring to Figures 2, 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the locking mechanism 4 includes a rotating rod 41, one of the pivot portions 411 of which is pivotally connected to the chassis body 1. By rotating the rotating rod 41, the locking mechanism 4 switches between the locked position (Figure 4A) and the unlocked position (Figure 4B).

[0027] Referring to Figures 2, 4A, 4B and 5A, in one embodiment, the rotating rod 41 includes a latch 412, and when the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the grip hook 311 is adapted to engage the latch 412.

[0028] Referring to Figures 2, 4A, and 4B, in one embodiment, the locking mechanism 4 further includes a lever 42, one end of which is rotatably connected to a connecting end 413 of the rotating rod 41. When an external force pushes the lever 42, the lever 42 rotates the rotating rod 41, causing the locking mechanism 4 to switch from the locked position (Figure 4A) to the unlocked position (Figure 4B).

[0029] Referring to Figures 2, 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the latch 412 is located between the connecting end 413 and the pivot 411.

[0030] Referring to Figures 2, 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the lever 42 is pivotally connected to the chassis body 1, and a push-pull portion 421 is formed at the other end of the lever 42.

[0031] Referring to Figures 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the locking mechanism 4 further includes a spring element 43. When the locking mechanism 4 is in the unlocked position, the spring element 43 applies a spring force to the rotating rod 41, causing the locking mechanism 4 to return to the locked position, thereby achieving automatic locking.

[0032] Referring to Figures 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the elastic element 43 is a torsion spring, one end of the elastic element 43 is connected to the chassis body 1, and the other end of the elastic element 43 is connected to the rotating rod 41.

[0033] Referring to Figures 2, 4A, and 4B, in one embodiment, the rotating rod 41 includes a guide groove 414, and the chassis body 1 includes a guide post 11 that extends into the guide groove 414 to provide a limiting and guiding function.

[0034] Referring to Figures 2, 4A and 4B, in one embodiment, the guide groove 414 is formed on the latch portion 412.

[0035] Figures 6A, 6B, and 6C illustrate the grip hook engaging the latch portion according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figures 6A, 6B, and 6C, in one embodiment, the latch portion 412 includes a first abutting surface 412A and a second abutting surface 412B, the first abutting surface 412A being higher than the second abutting surface 412B, and the grip hook 311 being adapted to engage the first abutting surface 412A or the second abutting surface 412B.

[0036] Figure 7 shows the grip hook pushing the locking mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figures 6C and 7, in one embodiment, the latch 412 includes a guide ramp 412C. During the insertion of the bracket into the chassis body, the grip is in the first grip position, and the grip hook 311 slides along the guide ramp 412C and pushes up the latch 412.

[0037] Referring to Figures 6C and 7, in one embodiment, the latch 412 includes a stop surface 412D that is higher than the guide ramp 412C, and the grip includes a push top 321 that pushes against the stop surface 412D as the grip rotates from the first grip position to the second grip position.

[0038] Figure 8A shows an exploded view of a grip according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8B shows an assembled view of the grip according to the embodiment of Figure 8A. Referring to Figures 8A and 8B, in one embodiment, the grip 302 includes a first grip component 31 and a second grip component 32, the first grip component 31 being pivotally connected to the second grip component 32, a grip hook 311 being formed on the first grip component 31, and a push-top 321 being formed on the second grip component 32.

[0039] Referring to Figures 8A and 8B, in one embodiment, the grip 302 further includes a check mechanism 33, which is disposed on the second grip component 32. The first grip component 31 includes a toothed portion 312, and the check mechanism 33 engages the toothed portion 312 to limit the relative distance between the push top 321 and the grip hook 311.

[0040] Referring to Figures 8A and 8B, in one embodiment, the grip 302 further includes a first spring 341 and a second spring 342. The first spring 341 is connected to the first grip component 31 and the second grip component 32 to apply force to the first grip component 31, and the second spring 342 is connected to the anti-return mechanism 33 and the second grip component 32 to apply force to the anti-return mechanism 33.

[0041] Referring to Figures 1 and 3, in one embodiment, the chassis further includes a clamping member 5, wherein the clamping member 5 is connected to the bracket 2.

[0042] Figure 9 illustrates an automation system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to Figure 9, the automation system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a chassis B and a mechanical device R. The mechanical device R includes a gripper 61 adapted to grip the clamping member 5 to move the bracket 2.

[0043] Referring to Figure 9, in one embodiment, the mechanical device R further includes a pusher 62. When the pusher 62 pushes the lever 42, the lever 42 rotates the rotating rod 41, causing the locking mechanism 4 to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position.

[0044] The chassis of this invention can be disassembled or installed manually or automatically. Referring to Figures 5A, 5B, and 6A, manually rotating the handle 301 allows for manual locking of the bracket 2 (Figure 5A) or unlocking / removing of the bracket 2 (Figure 5B). When the user manually locks the bracket 2, the handle hook 311 engages with the first contact surface 412A. Referring to Figures 6B, 7, and 9, automatically moving the bracket 2 (during which the handle 301 remains in the first handle position) automatically allows for automatic locking of the bracket 2 (Figure 6B) or unlocking / removing of the bracket 2 (Figure 9). When the user automatically locks the bracket 2, the handle hook 311 engages with the second contact surface 412B.

[0045] By applying the automation system and its chassis of this invention, mechanical equipment can use grippers to hold and move the tray. This allows for the automated disassembly and testing of electronic components (such as display cards, hard drives, etc.). It significantly improves efficiency and saves labor and time, meeting the growing market trend of automation. Furthermore, by pushing the lever with the pusher, the locking mechanism can be switched from the locked position to the unlocked position, achieving automated unlocking.

[0046] Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to specific preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Anyone skilled in the art can make some modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the appended claims.

[0047] B: Chassis R: Mechanical equipment 1: Chassis Body 11: Guide Post 2: Bracket 301: Grip 302: Grip 31: First grip component 311: Grip hook 312: Toothed portion 32: Second grip component 321: Push to the top 33: Stop-loss mechanism 341: First Shrapnel 342: Second fragment 4: Locking mechanism 41: Rotating rod 411: Pivot section 412:Latch 412A: First contact surface 412B: Second contact surface 412C: Guiding slope 412D: Stop surface 413: Connection end 414: Guide groove 42: Lever 421: Pushing and Pulling Section 43: Elastic element 5: Clamping components 61: Gripper 62: Push-top component

Claims

1. A chassis, comprising: One chassis body; A bracket adapted to slide relative to the chassis body; a handle rotatably disposed on the bracket, wherein the handle includes a handle hook; and a locking mechanism disposed on the chassis body, wherein the locking mechanism has a locked position and an unlocked position, the handle hook is adapted to engage the locking mechanism, the locking mechanism includes a rotating rod pivotally connected to the chassis body, wherein the handle is adapted to rotate relative to the bracket between a first handle position and a second handle position, wherein when the handle is in the first handle position, the handle hook engages the locking mechanism, and when the handle is in the second handle position, the handle hook disengages from the locking mechanism.

2. The chassis as described in claim 1, wherein, By rotating the rotating lever, the locking mechanism switches between the locked position and the unlocked position. The rotating lever includes a latch, and when the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the handle hook is adapted to engage the latch.

3. The chassis as described in claim 2, wherein, The locking mechanism further includes a lever, one end of which is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating rod. When an external force pushes the lever, the lever rotates the rotating rod, causing the locking mechanism to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position.

4. The chassis as described in claim 3, wherein, The latch is located between the connecting end and one of the pivots of the rotating rod, which is pivotally connected to the chassis body through the pivot.

5. The chassis as described in claim 4, wherein, The lever is pivotally connected to the chassis body, and a push-pull part is formed at the other end of the lever.

6. The chassis as described in claim 5, wherein, The locking mechanism further includes a spring element that applies a spring force to the rotating rod when the locking mechanism is in the unlocked position, causing the locking mechanism to return to the locked position.

7. The chassis as described in claim 6, wherein, The elastic element is a torsion spring, one end of which is connected to the chassis body, and the other end of which is connected to the rotating rod.

8. The chassis as described in claim 6, wherein, The rotating rod includes a guide groove, and the chassis body includes a guide post that extends into the guide groove.

9. The chassis as described in claim 8, wherein, The guide groove is formed in the latch.

10. The chassis as described in claim 8, wherein, The latch includes a first abutting surface and a second abutting surface, the first abutting surface being higher than the second abutting surface, and the grip hook being adapted to engage with the first abutting surface or the second abutting surface.

11. The chassis as described in claim 8, wherein, The latch includes a guide ramp, and during the insertion of the bracket into the chassis body, the handle is in the first handle position, and the handle hook slides along the guide ramp and pushes up the latch.

12. The chassis as described in claim 11, wherein, The latch includes a stop surface that is higher than the guide ramp, and the grip includes a push top that pushes against the stop surface as the grip rotates from the first grip position to the second grip position.

13. The chassis as described in claim 12, wherein, The grip includes a first grip component and a second grip component, the first grip component being pivotally connected to the second grip component, the grip hook being formed on the first grip component, and the push top being formed on the second grip component.

14. The chassis as described in claim 13, wherein, The grip further includes a check mechanism located on the second grip component. The first grip component includes a toothed portion, and the check mechanism engages the toothed portion to limit the relative distance between the push top and the grip hook.

15. The chassis as described in claim 14, wherein, The grip further includes a first spring and a second spring, the first spring connecting the first grip component and the second grip component to apply force to the first grip component.

16. The chassis as described in claim 15, wherein, The second spring connects the check mechanism and the second grip component to apply force to the check mechanism.

17. The chassis as described in claim 1, further comprising a clamping member, wherein, The clamping element connects to the bracket and protrudes beyond the bracket.

18. An automated system, comprising: A chassis includes: a chassis body; a bracket adapted to slide relative to the chassis body; a handle rotatably disposed on the bracket, wherein the handle includes a handle hook; a locking mechanism disposed on the chassis body, wherein the locking mechanism is adapted to switch between a locked position and an unlocked position, the handle hook being adapted to engage the locking mechanism, the locking mechanism including a rotating rod pivotally connected to the chassis body; a clamping member connected to the bracket; and a mechanical device, wherein the mechanical device includes a gripper adapted to grip the clamping member to move the bracket.

19. The automation system as described in claim 18, wherein, By rotating the rotating lever, the locking mechanism switches between the locked position and the unlocked position. The rotating lever includes a latch. When the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the handle hook is adapted to engage the latch. The locking mechanism further includes a lever, one end of which is rotatably connected to a connecting end of the rotating lever. The mechanical device further includes a pusher. When the pusher pushes the lever, the lever rotates the rotating lever, causing the locking mechanism to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position.

20. The automation system as described in claim 19, wherein, The latch is located between the connecting end and one of the pivots of the rotating rod, which is pivotally connected to the chassis body through the pivot.

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