Card throwing type self-service payment mechanism and self-service payment equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to a card throwing type self-service payment mechanism and self-service payment equipment. The card throwing type self-service payment mechanism comprises a panel, a bottom plate, a tray and a card reading module, an opening is formed in the panel; the bottom plate is arranged at the opening and can extend outwards from the opening; the tray is arranged on the bottom plate, and the supporting area of the tray is far larger than the area of a pass card; and the card reading module is arranged at the bottom end of the tray and is used for reading the information of the communication card in the tray. According to the scheme provided by the invention, the requirements on the parking distance of the driver and the position of the card drop can be greatly reduced, so that the driver does not need to carry out accurate card insertion operation, the problem that the driver is inconvenient to insert the card is effectively solved, and the card reading and passing efficiency is greatly improved. Meanwhile, the card throwing type self-service payment mechanism is reasonably arranged according to user habits, the payment process is effectively simplified, a driver can rapidly and clearly know payment steps, and payment convenience is improved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of high -speed toll station supporting equipment especially relates to a card -throwing type self -service payment mechanism and self -service payment equipment. BACKGROUND

[0002] At the entrance of the expressway, the self -service card -taking equipment is often set up to realize the quick traffic of the driver after taking the card and reduce the labor intensity of the manual work, and at the exit, the driver who uses the toll card to exit often needs to hand over the card to the staff, the staff reads the information in the card and calculates the cost according to the vehicle model, and then the driver exits after paying the cost.

[0003] At present, in order to further improve the traffic efficiency, the card recycling device such as the self -service payment device is set up at the exit to realize the reading of the information and the self -service payment of the driver to reduce the labor intensity of the staff of the toll station, but the existing recycling card mode is usually the roller chasing mode, the driver needs to insert the toll card into the chasing roller, the chasing roller recycles the card under the driving of the motor, and in this process, since the driver is operating without getting off the vehicle, if the driver is far away from the device when parking, and the card -throwing position is too high, too low or too narrow, the driver may not insert the card accurately, and even the driver needs to get off the vehicle to insert the card, which greatly affects the traffic efficiency and causes the inconvenience of the driver.

[0004] Therefore, it is urgent to provide a card -throwing type self -service payment mechanism and self -service payment equipment, which can replace the traditional roller chasing mode, greatly reduce the requirement for the parking distance of the driver and the card -throwing position, so that the driver does not need to accurately insert the card, effectively solve the problem of the inconvenience of the driver in inserting the card, completely eliminate the situation of getting off the vehicle to insert the card, greatly improve the card reading and traffic efficiency. The utility model relates to the technical field of high -speed toll station supporting equipment especially relates to a card -throwing type self -service payment mechanism and self -service payment equipment.

[0005] To overcome the problems in the prior art, the application provides a card-throwing self-service toll payment mechanism and a self-service toll payment device, which can replace the traditional roller chasing-in mode, greatly reduces the requirements for the driver's parking distance and the position of the card-throwing port, and enables the driver to not need to perform accurate card insertion operation, effectively solves the problem of inconvenient card insertion of the driver, and greatly improves the card reading and passing efficiency. Meanwhile, the card-throwing self-service toll payment mechanism is reasonably arranged according to user habits, so that the driver can quickly and clearly understand the payment steps, effectively simplifies the payment process, improves the convenience of payment, and guarantees the smoothness and efficiency of the expressway operation.

[0006] The first aspect of the application provides a card-throwing self-service toll payment mechanism, which comprises a panel, a bottom plate, a tray and a card reading module; the panel is provided with an opening; the bottom plate is arranged at the opening and can be extended outward from the opening; the tray is arranged on the bottom plate, and the supporting area of the tray is much larger than the area of a passing card; and the card reading module is arranged at the bottom end of the tray and is used for reading the communication card information located in the tray.

[0007] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a blocking part is further arranged at the opening; the blocking part comprises a connecting rod and a plurality of blocking rods; the connecting rod is horizontally arranged at the top end of the opening; one end of each of the plurality of blocking rods is fixed on the connecting rod, and the other end is close to the tray and the distance between the other end and the tray is less than the thickness of the passing card.

[0008] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a lifting motor and a lifting screw rod are further included; the lifting motor is arranged on the inner side of the panel; the lifting screw rod is connected with the output end of the lifting motor; and the connecting rod is fixedly connected with the nut of the lifting screw rod.

[0009] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a plurality of grooves are further included; the plurality of grooves are arranged on the tray and are matched with the blocking rods, so that when the tray is retracted, the blocking rods are located in the grooves.

[0010] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a code scanning payment module and an invoice printing module are further included; the code scanning payment module and the invoice printing module are both fixed on the bottom plate and are arranged in sequence along the driving direction.

[0011] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a help button is further included; the help button is arranged on the tray and faces the lane.

[0012] In the preferred technical solution of the application, a prompt sign is further included; the prompt sign comprises words, a hollow arrow and light; the words and the hollow arrow are arranged in sequence from top to bottom on the panel; and the light is arranged at the hollow arrow.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the device further includes a telescopic motor and a telescopic lead screw; the telescopic motor is disposed on the inner side of the panel; the telescopic lead screw is connected to the output end of the telescopic motor; and the base plate is connected to the telescopic lead screw.

[0014] A second aspect of this application is to provide a self-service payment device, including a chassis and the aforementioned card-operated self-service payment mechanism; the card-operated self-service payment mechanism is disposed on the chassis.

[0015] The technical solution provided in this application has the following beneficial effects: The card-operated self-service payment mechanism provided in this application includes a panel, a base plate, a tray, a card reader module, a lifting motor, a lifting screw, a stop bar, and various functional modules. By setting a tray and making the supporting area of ​​the tray much larger than the area of ​​the toll card, it is easy for drivers to easily insert the toll card, effectively solving the inconvenience caused by the need for precise card insertion in the existing method and improving traffic efficiency. By setting a card reader module under the tray, the card can be read as soon as it falls into the tray, shortening the time. By setting a stop bar, it is possible to effectively prevent the toll card in the tray from sliding out of the tray due to inertia. By setting a lifting motor and a lifting screw for raising and lowering the stop bar, it is convenient for the tray to extend and retract. By setting all functional modules on the base plate and setting the QR code payment module and the invoice printing module along the driving direction, the entire operation process is consistent with the driving direction, making it easy for users to quickly and clearly complete the entire operation process according to their habits.

[0016] Compared to existing self-service toll payment equipment, the solution provided in this application significantly reduces the requirements for driver parking distance and card slot location, eliminating the need for precise card insertion and effectively solving the problem of inconvenience for drivers. This greatly improves card reading and passage efficiency. Furthermore, the card-operated self-service toll payment system is rationally laid out according to user habits, allowing drivers to quickly and clearly understand the payment steps, effectively simplifying the payment process, improving convenience, and ensuring smooth and efficient highway operation.

[0017] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and other objects, features and advantages of this application will become more apparent from the more detailed description of exemplary embodiments thereof in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals generally represent the same components in the exemplary embodiments thereof.

[0019] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card-operated self-service payment institution shown in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card-operated self-service payment institution after the panel has been removed, as shown in the embodiments of this application;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a top view schematic diagram of a card-operated self-service payment institution shown in the embodiments of this application;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a self-service payment device shown in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0024] 1. Panel; 2. Base plate; 3. Tray; 4. Stop; 41. Connecting rod; 42. Stop bar; 5. Lifting motor; 6. Lifting screw; 7. Groove; 8. QR code payment module; 9. Invoice printing module; 101. Help button; 102. Ticket collection button; 103. Card payment module; 104. Information sign; 1041. Text; 1042. Hollowed-out arrow; 105. Chassis. Detailed Implementation

[0025] Preferred embodiments of the present application will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While preferred embodiments of the present application are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present application may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to make the present application more thorough and complete, and to fully convey the scope of the present application to those skilled in the art.

[0026] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0027] It should be understood that although the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., may be used in this application to describe various information, this information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from one another. For example, without departing from the scope of this application, first information may also be referred to as second information, and similarly, second information may also be referred to as first information. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0028] Existing card collection methods typically involve a roller-driven system, requiring the driver to insert the toll card into the roller, which is then driven by a motor to collect the card. Since the driver operates this without leaving the vehicle, if the driver is far from the device when parked, or if the card slot is too high, too low, or too narrow, the driver may misalign the card, sometimes requiring them to get out of the vehicle to insert it. This significantly impacts traffic efficiency and causes inconvenience for drivers. Furthermore, existing self-service payment devices often have fragmented functional modules, leading to a complex payment process that hinders drivers from completing payments quickly, resulting in low traffic efficiency.

[0029] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides a card-operated self-service toll payment system that replaces the traditional roller-operated method. This significantly reduces the requirements for driver stopping distance and card slot location, eliminating the need for precise card insertion and effectively solving the problem of inconvenience for drivers. It completely eliminates the need to get out of the vehicle to insert a card, greatly improving card reading and passage efficiency. Furthermore, this card-operated self-service toll payment system is rationally laid out according to user habits, allowing drivers to quickly and clearly understand the payment steps, effectively simplifying the payment process, improving convenience, and ensuring smooth and efficient highway operation.

[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] Example 1

[0032] Please see Figures 1-4 The card-operated self-service payment mechanism of this application includes a panel 1, a base plate 2, a tray 3, and a card reading module; the panel 1 is used to connect to the self-service payment device, and an opening is provided on the panel 1, which is located in the lower middle part of the panel 1 and communicates with the inner cavity of the self-service payment device.

[0033] The base plate 2 is located at the opening and can extend outward from the opening to support the tray 3 and card reader module, among other components. Specifically, the base plate 2 is slightly smaller than the opening. To facilitate the extension and retraction of the base plate 2, the card-operated self-service payment mechanism also includes a telescopic motor and a telescopic lead screw. The telescopic motor is located inside the panel 1, and the telescopic lead screw is connected to the output end of the telescopic motor. The base plate 2 is connected to the telescopic lead screw. When the telescopic motor rotates forward, it drives the telescopic lead screw to rotate, which in turn drives the base plate 2 to extend outward through the nut on the telescopic lead screw. When retraction is required, the telescopic motor can be reversed. Furthermore, to improve the smoothness of the extension and retraction of the base plate 2, the base plate 2 is connected to the panel 1 via two sets of slide rails. The slide rails are installed on the panel 1 on both sides of the opening, allowing the base plate 2 to smoothly extend outward and retract inward from the opening.

[0034] The tray 3 is mounted on the base plate 2, and its supporting area is much larger than that of the access card, making it easy for the user to drop the access card into the tray 3. The card reader module is located at the bottom of the tray 3 and is used to read the communication card information located in the tray 3. For example, the tray 3 is fixed to the upper surface of the base plate 2, and its dimensions are 250mm*200mm, much larger than the access card's 85mm*55mm, allowing the driver to easily drop the access card into the tray 3, effectively solving the problem of inconvenience caused to drivers by the need for precise card insertion in existing technologies.

[0035] Furthermore, to prevent the toll card from sliding out of the tray 3 when the driver inserts it, the card-operated self-service payment mechanism also includes a stop 4 at the opening. The stop 4 is used to prevent the toll card from sliding out due to inertia. Specifically, the stop 4 includes a connecting rod 41 and several stop bars 42; the connecting rod 41 is horizontally arranged at the top of the opening, and one end of each of the stop bars 42 is fixed to the connecting rod 41, while the other end is close to the tray 3, and the distance between the stop bars and the tray 3 is less than the thickness of the toll card, thereby effectively confining the toll card within the tray 3. Furthermore, to avoid affecting the retraction of the base plate 2 and tray 3, the card-operated self-service payment mechanism also includes a lifting motor 5, a lifting screw 6, and several grooves 7. The lifting motor 5 is located inside the panel 1, and the lifting screw 6 is connected to the output end of the lifting motor 5. The connecting rod 41 is fixedly connected to the nut of the lifting screw 6, thereby driving the lifting and lowering of the stop 4 through the forward and reverse rotation of the lifting motor 5. Several grooves 7 are provided on the tray 3 and are adapted to the stop rod 42, so that when the tray 3 is retracted, the stop rod 42 is located in the groove 7, avoiding damage caused by collision between the stop rod 42 and the tray 3.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, the card-operated self-service payment system also includes a QR code payment module 8 and an invoice printing module 9. Both modules are fixed to the base plate 2 and arranged sequentially along the driving direction. The QR code payment module 8 features a clear scanning window that clearly displays the payment code, facilitating quick payment for users. The invoice printing module 9 includes a small thermal printer and thermal paper. The printer has an internal paper cutter, allowing users to obtain a printed invoice after payment. To allow users to choose whether to print an invoice, the invoice printing module 9 also includes a ticket printing button 102, located on a tray. After payment, pressing the button allows the user to retrieve the invoice. Furthermore, to facilitate drivers requesting assistance from staff, the card-operated self-service payment system also includes a help button 101, located on the tray 3 and facing the lane. Furthermore, in order to provide multiple payment methods, the card-operated self-service payment institution also includes a card-swiping payment module 103. The card-swiping payment module 103 and the QR code payment module 8 are arranged side by side on the tray 3, so that users can pay directly by swiping their ETC toll cards.

[0037] Furthermore, to facilitate clear understanding of the payment process for users, the card-operated self-service payment device also includes a prompt sign 104. The prompt sign 104 includes text 1041, a hollowed-out arrow 1042, and a light. For example, in the toll card prompt sign 104, the text 1041 and the hollowed-out arrow 1042 are arranged sequentially from top to bottom on the panel 1, with the arrow pointing towards the tray 3. The light is located at the hollowed-out arrow 1042. The text 1041 reads "Please insert your toll card," and the light can be a green LED strip. When the tray 3 extends, the LED strip illuminates, lighting the hollowed-out arrow 1042, thus guiding the user's operation. In addition, the text "Help" can be placed next to the help button, "Scan to Pay" next to the QR code payment module, "Print Ticket" next to the ticket button, and "Ticket Collection Point" next to the ticket collection slot of the invoice printing module.

[0038] Working principle:

[0039] When a vehicle arrives at the payment station, the telescopic motor rotates forward, driving the telescopic screw to rotate. Simultaneously, this causes the tray 3 on the base plate 2, the invoice printing module 9, and various functional modules (such as the QR code payment module 8, the help button 101, and the card payment module 102) on the tray 3 to move outward until the tray 3 is fully extended. During this process, the lifting motor 5 rotates forward, causing the stop lever 42 to descend until it reaches its lowest point. Then, the LED light strip illuminates the hollow arrow 1042, prompting the driver to insert the toll card into the tray 3. When the driver inserts the toll card into the tray 3, the stop lever effectively prevents the toll card from slipping out. When the card reader module detects the toll card... When the toll card information is read and the payment information is calculated based on this information, the QR code payment module 8 will prompt the driver to make the payment and display the payment QR code for the driver to scan and pay with their mobile phone. When the driver needs an invoice, they only need to press the ticket collection button 102, and the invoice printing module 9 will print the invoice and eject it from the ticket collection slot for the driver to take. During the above process, after the card reading module completes the card reading operation, the lifting motor 5 reverses, driving the stop bar 42 to rise, so that the toll card can enter the card recycling box behind the panel as the tray 3 retracts. At the same time, the telescopic motor reverses, driving the tray 3 to retract until the stop bar 42 is located in the groove 7, and then the above actions are repeated. It should be noted that the driver can not only pay by scanning the QR code, but also by using the ETC toll gate to pay through the card payment module 103.

[0040] In this first embodiment, the card-operated self-service payment mechanism provided by this application includes a panel, a base plate, a tray, a card reader module, a lifting motor, a lifting screw, a stop bar, and various functional modules. By setting up a tray with a support area much larger than the area of ​​the toll card, drivers can easily insert the toll card, effectively solving the inconvenience caused by the need for precise card insertion in existing methods and improving traffic efficiency. By setting the card reader module below the tray, the toll card can be read as soon as it falls into the tray, shortening the time. By setting up the stop bar, the toll card in the tray can be effectively prevented from sliding out of the tray due to inertia. By setting up a lifting motor and a lifting screw for raising and lowering the stop bar, the tray can be extended or retracted. By setting all functional modules on the base plate and arranging the QR code payment module and the invoice printing module along the driving direction, the entire operation process is from left to right, consistent with the driving direction, making it easy for users to quickly and clearly complete the entire operation process according to their habits. Compared to existing self-service toll payment equipment, the solution provided in this application significantly reduces the requirements for driver parking distance and card slot location, eliminating the need for precise card insertion and effectively solving the problem of inconvenience for drivers. This greatly improves card reading and passage efficiency. Furthermore, the card-operated self-service toll payment system is rationally laid out according to user habits, allowing drivers to quickly and clearly understand the payment steps, effectively simplifying the payment process, improving convenience, and ensuring smooth and efficient highway operation.

[0041] Example 2

[0042] Corresponding to the aforementioned card-operated self-service payment institutions, this application also proposes a self-service payment device, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figures 1-4 Specifically:

[0043] Based on the structure of Embodiment 1 above, Embodiment 2 of this application provides a self-service payment device, including a chassis 105 and the aforementioned card-operated self-service payment mechanism, which is mounted on the chassis 105. Specifically, the panel 1 of the card-operated self-service payment mechanism is fixed to the chassis 105 with screws, and the payment scanning module faces outwards for easy driver operation.

[0044] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this application; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0045] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A card drop type self-service payment mechanism, characterized by, It comprises a panel (1), a bottom plate (2), a tray (3) and a card reading module; The panel (1) is provided with an opening; The bottom plate (2) is arranged at the opening and can be extended outward from the opening; The tray (3) is arranged on the bottom plate (2), and the supporting area of the tray (3) is much larger than the area of the pass card; The card reading module is arranged at the bottom end of the tray (3) and is used for reading the communication card information located in the tray (3).

2. The card payment type self-service payment mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, It further comprises a blocking part (4) arranged at the opening; The blocking part (4) comprises a connecting rod (41) and a plurality of blocking rods (42); The connecting rod (41) is arranged transversely at the top end of the opening; One end of each of the plurality of blocking rods (42) is fixed on the connecting rod (41), and the other end is close to the tray (3) and the distance between the other end and the tray (3) is less than the thickness of the pass card.

3. The card payment type self-service fare collection apparatus according to claim 2, wherein It further comprises a lifting motor (5) and a lifting lead screw (6); The lifting motor (5) is arranged on the inner side of the panel (1); The lifting lead screw (6) is connected with the output end of the lifting motor (5); The connecting rod (41) is fixedly connected with the nut of the lifting lead screw (6).

4. The card-drop type self-service payment mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, It further comprises a plurality of grooves (7); The plurality of grooves (7) are arranged on the tray (3) and are matched with the blocking rods (42), so that when the tray (3) is retracted, the blocking rods (42) are located in the grooves (7).

5. The card-present self-service payment mechanism of claim 1, wherein, It further comprises a code scanning and fee paying module (8) and an invoice printing module (9); The code scanning and fee paying module (8) and the invoice printing module (9) are both fixed on the bottom plate (2) and are arranged in sequence along the driving direction.

6. The card-present self-service payment mechanism of claim 1, wherein, It further comprises a help button (101); The help button (101) is arranged on the tray (3) and faces the lane.

7. The card-present self-service payment mechanism of claim 1, wherein, It further comprises a prompt sign (104); The prompt sign (104) comprises a text (1041), a hollow arrow (1042) and a light; The text (1041) and the hollow arrow (1042) are arranged in sequence from top to bottom on the panel (1); The light is arranged at the hollow arrow (1042).

8. The card-present self-service payment mechanism of claim 1, wherein, It further comprises a telescopic motor and a telescopic lead screw; The telescopic motor is arranged on the inner side of the panel (1); The telescopic lead screw is connected with the output end of the telescopic motor; The bottom plate (2) is connected with the telescopic lead screw.

9. A self-service payment device, characterized by It comprises a case (105) and the card feeding type self-service fee paying mechanism according to any one of claims 1-8; The card feeding type self-service fee paying mechanism is arranged on the case (105).

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