AGV Adapter Replenishment of Planar Packaging Blank Stacks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing packaging devices require manual intervention to replenish stacks of planar packaging blanks, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A transport device utilizing driverless transport vehicles (DTVs or AGVs) equipped with adapters to autonomously carry and deliver stacks of planar packaging blanks to packaging devices, employing GPS, laser navigation, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, or magnetic guides for navigation, and mechanisms for secure stacking and transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual intervention is used to replenish stacks of planar packaging blanks, then personnel can directly load blanks onto packaging devices, but time expenditure and labor intensity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automated self-service replenishment where the driverless transport vehicle autonomously navigates to the packaging device, positions the adapter with the stack of packaging blanks, and transfers the stack without human intervention. The packaging device then automatically receives and utilizes the blanks, eliminating the need for manual loading operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical operation of loading packaging blanks with an automated driverless transport vehicle system. The vehicle uses GPS, laser navigation, cameras, or ultrasonic sensors for autonomous navigation and positioning, substituting human-operated mechanical loading with automated navigation and transfer mechanisms.
2Productivity
If new stacks of planar packaging blanks are manually introduced into the packaging device, then the packaging process can continue, but operational efficiency decreases due to frequent manual interventions
Solution Approach 1:
The driverless transport vehicle autonomously performs the replenishment task without requiring personnel intervention. The vehicle navigates independently using onboard navigation systems, positions itself at the packaging device, and transfers the stack of packaging blanks automatically, enabling the packaging operation to continue without stopping for manual reloading.
Solution Approach 2:
The driverless transport vehicle acts as an intermediary between the storage location of packaging blanks and the packaging device. It transports the blanks from the storage area to the packaging device, bridging the gap and enabling continuous operation without direct human involvement in the transfer process.
3Quantity of substance
If stacks of planar packaging blanks are manually loaded onto packaging devices, then the packaging blanks can be supplied, but the process requires significant time expenditure for each replenishment cycle
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual loading operations with an automated driverless transport vehicle that uses navigation systems (GPS, laser, cameras, or ultrasonic sensors) for autonomous positioning and transfer mechanisms for loading blanks. This mechanical substitution eliminates the time-consuming manual handling while ensuring continuous supply of packaging blanks.
Solution Approach 2:
The driverless transport vehicle enables continuous supply of packaging blanks by autonomously performing replenishment operations without interrupting the packaging process. The vehicle can operate continuously, navigating to the packaging device, transferring blanks, and returning for more blanks, maintaining an uninterrupted supply chain.
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AI summary
A transport device (1) for planar packaging blanks is disclosed. The transport device (1) comprises at least one driverless transport vehicle (7) and at least one adapter (3). The at least one driverless transport vehicle (7) is designed to carry the at least one adapter (3). Furthermore, the at least one adapter (3) is designed to hold at least one stack (5) of planar packaging blanks.