Vertical Goods Loading Assemblies for Simultaneous Robot Unloading
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Solution Overview
Problem
The overall working efficiency of existing transport robots in intelligent warehousing is low, particularly in terms of unloading efficiency due to layer-by-layer unloading processes.
Innovation Solution
A transport robot with a vertical frame and storage mechanism featuring synchronized movement of storage assemblies, a lifting mechanism, and a carrying mechanism to facilitate simultaneous unloading of goods, along with a loading or unloading apparatus that synchronizes the movement of goods loading or unloading assemblies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If layer-by-layer unloading process is used, then goods can be unloaded sequentially, but unloading efficiency is low and unloading time is long
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple storage assemblies into a single integrated structure that can be moved synchronously. Instead of unloading goods layer by layer from separate storage locations, the system merges multiple storage levels into one coordinated unit that releases all goods simultaneously, thereby improving unloading efficiency and reducing total unloading time.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary positioning of all storage assemblies to a designated unloading position before the actual unloading operation. This preliminary action allows all goods to be ready for simultaneous release, eliminating the sequential delays inherent in layer-by-layer unloading and enabling parallel processing of multiple storage levels.
2Quantity of substance
If multiple storage assemblies are used to increase capacity, then more goods can be stored, but the complexity of coordinating their movement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the control of multiple storage assemblies into a single coordinated system. By integrating the movement mechanisms and control logic, the system manages multiple storage units as one unified structure, increasing capacity while avoiding the complexity that would arise from independently coordinating each assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs a universal control mechanism that manages all storage assemblies through a common interface and coordination protocol. This multi-functional approach allows the same control system to handle multiple storage units simultaneously, simplifying the overall coordination complexity while maintaining high storage capacity.
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AI summary
A loading or unloading apparatus configured to convey goods to a transport robot or unload goods on the transport robot. The loading or unloading apparatus includes an upright frame, a plurality of goods loading or unloading assemblies and a second driving structure. The upright frame is extending along a vertical direction. The plurality of goods loading or unloading assemblies are arranged on the upright frame at intervals along the vertical direction and capable of separately conveying, at different heights, the goods to the transport robot or unloading the goods on the transport robot. The second driving structure is configured to drive the upright frame to approach or move away from the transport robot along a loading or unloading direction, such that the plurality of goods loading or unloading assemblies convey the goods to the transport robot or unload the goods on the transport robot.