Shipping device and vending machine

Abstract

The present invention discloses a delivery device and a vending machine. The delivery device includes a body, a pusher, and a drive mechanism. The body is provided with a cargo aisle and a delivery area. The cargo aisle is located above the delivery area and the two are interconnected. The delivery area has a delivery opening. The pusher is located in the delivery area and is movably connected to the body so as to be movable away from the delivery area and toward the delivery opening. The drive mechanism is used to drive the pusher. In the present invention, the pusher has the function of closing the cargo aisle when no cargo is needed to be delivered. When the cargo aisle is opened for delivery, it can also perform the function of pushing cargo. The structural design is ingenious and compact, so that one component can perform two functions, reducing the use of components and saving production costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of vending machines, and in particular to a delivery device and an automatic vending machine. Background Art

[0002] Vending machines are a new form of commercial retail. Because they can realize unmanned automatic vending, do not require manual on-site management, are not restricted by time and location, reduce sales costs, improve efficiency, and facilitate transactions, they have become more and more widely used.

[0003] For many vending machine manufacturers now, production cost is an important factor restricting their development. How to reduce production cost and improve market competitiveness has become an issue that manufacturers urgently need to study. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a shipping device to solve the problems raised in the above background technology. To achieve the above purpose, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

[0005] A shipping device, comprising:

[0006] The machine body is provided with a cargo passage and a delivery area, the cargo passage is located above the delivery area and the two are connected, and the delivery area is provided with a delivery port;

[0007] The pusher is located in the delivery area and is movably connected to the body so as to be able to move away from the delivery area and toward the delivery port;

[0008] The driving mechanism is used to drive the pushing movement of the goods.

[0009] Furthermore, the width of the delivery port is equal to the height of the goods.

[0010] Furthermore, the cargo lanes are arranged in a long vertical strip shape.

[0011] Furthermore, the activity is sliding.

[0012] Furthermore, the driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a reduction gear set, and a driving screw. The driving screw is threadedly connected to the pushing piece, and the driving motor drives the driving screw to rotate through the reduction gear set.

[0013] Furthermore, the machine body is also provided with a lock seat, and the shipping device also includes a lock body and a sensor controller, and the lock body is movably connected to the lock seat; when the push piece moves toward the shipping port, it can drive the lock body to move to achieve unlocking; the sensor controller is used to sense the items on the lock seat, and generate a control signal to control the movement of the push piece to drive the lock body back to its position.

[0014] Furthermore, the pushing piece is provided with an overlapping portion, and the lock body is provided with a pulling slope surface and a return slope surface. When the pushing piece moves toward the delivery port, the overlapping portion touches the pulling slope surface and pulls the lock body to unlock. The sensor controller is used to sense the items on the lock seat and generate a control signal to control the movement of the pushing piece. The overlapping portion touches the return slope surface to drive the lock body to return.

[0015] Furthermore, the overlapping portion is cylindrical.

[0016] Furthermore, the sensor controller is a light sensor controller.

[0017] The present invention also relates to an automatic vending machine, comprising the above-mentioned delivery device.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: in the present invention, when the goods in the aisle do not need to be shipped, the pusher in the delivery area blocks the goods in the aisle above it from falling into the delivery area, allowing the goods to remain in the aisle and prevent theft. When shipment is required, the pusher moves out of the delivery area. At this time, the goods in the aisle, without the blocking effect of the pusher, fall into the delivery area. Thereafter, the pusher moves and drives the goods in the delivery area to move toward the delivery port, pushing the goods to the delivery port and completing the shipment. Here, the pusher has the function of closing the aisle when it is not needed for shipment, and can also realize the function of pushing goods when the aisle is opened for shipment. The structural design is ingenious and compact, so that one component can perform two functions, reducing the use of components and saving production costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0020] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the delivery device of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Middle AA cross-section.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the state of pushing goods out of the delivery area.

[0023] Figure 4 Another three-dimensional structural diagram of the delivery device of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is an exploded structural diagram of the delivery device of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the delivery device of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 7 This is another internal structure diagram of the delivery device of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale, but are merely shown in a schematic manner that does not affect the reader's understanding. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0029] In the present invention, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "back," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "center," "vertical," "horizontal," "transverse," and "longitudinal" indicate positions or locations based on the positions or locations shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily intended to better describe the present invention and its embodiments and are not intended to limit the devices, elements, or components indicated to having a specific orientation, or to being constructed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0030] Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to express other meanings besides indicating a position or location. For example, the term "on" may also be used to indicate a dependency or connection in certain circumstances. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] Furthermore, the terms "installed," "disposed," "provided with," "connected," and "connected" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integral structures; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediary; or internal communication between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0032] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and the like are primarily used to distinguish different devices, elements, or components (which may or may not be the same in type and configuration) and are not intended to indicate or imply the relative importance or quantity of the devices, elements, or components indicated. Unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0033] It should also be understood that the terms used in the present specification are only for the purpose of describing particular embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. As used in the present specification and the appended claims, the singular forms "a", "an", and "the" are intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0034] It should be further understood that the term "and / or" used in the present description and the appended claims refers to and includes any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a shipping device, including a body 1, a pushing piece 2 and a driving mechanism 3. The body 1 is provided with a cargo channel 11 and a delivery area 12, the cargo channel 11 is located above the delivery area 12 and the two are connected, and the delivery area 12 is provided with a shipping port 121; the pushing piece 2 is located in the delivery area 12, and is movably connected to the body 1 so as to be able to move away from the delivery area 12 and move toward the shipping port 121; the driving mechanism 3 is used to drive the pushing piece 2 to move.

[0036] In the present invention, see Figures 1 to 2 When the goods 4 in the cargo aisle 11 do not need to be shipped, the pusher 2 in the delivery area 12 blocks the goods 4 in the cargo aisle 11 above it from falling into the delivery area 12, so that the goods 4 are in the cargo aisle 11 to prevent the goods 4 from being stolen. Figure 3 The pusher 2 moves out of the delivery area 12. At this time, the goods 4 in the aisle 11, without the blocking effect of the pusher 2, fall into the delivery area 12. Then, the pusher 2 moves and drives the goods 4 in the delivery area 12 toward the delivery port 121, pushing the goods 4 to the delivery port 121, completing the delivery. Here, the pusher 2 has the function of closing the aisle 11 when no delivery is needed, and can also perform the function of pushing goods when the aisle 11 is opened for delivery. The structural design is ingenious and compact, so that one component can perform two functions, reducing the use of components and saving production costs.

[0037] As a further embodiment of the present invention: Figure 2 and 3The width of the delivery opening 121 is set to be equal to the height of the goods 4. Here, when the goods 4 in the aisle 11 are stacked vertically, after the bottommost goods 4 fall into the delivery area 12, the goods 4 above the bottom remain in the aisle 11. When the pusher 2 pushes the goods 4 in the delivery area 12 to the delivery opening 121, the pusher 2 re-enters the delivery area 12 to seal the goods 4 above the bottom within the aisle 11. This way, when multiple goods 4 are stored in one aisle 11, each one 4 can be shipped without affecting other goods 4, ensuring that they remain within the aisle 11 and are protected from theft.

[0038] As a further embodiment of the present invention: Figure 2 and 3 The cargo lane 11 is arranged in a long vertical strip. Here, the cargo lane 11 is arranged in a vertical direction, and the goods 4 are subjected to less resistance when falling by gravity, and the goods 4 will not be stuck.

[0039] As a further solution of the present invention: the activity is sliding.

[0040] As a further embodiment of the present invention: Figures 2 to 3 And 6, the driving mechanism 3 includes a driving motor 31, a reduction gear set 32, and a driving screw 33. The driving screw 33 is threadedly connected to the pushing member 2. The driving motor 31 drives the driving screw 33 to rotate through the reduction gear set 32. Here, the driving motor 31 drives the driving screw 33 through the reduction gear set 32 ​​to rotate, thereby driving the pushing member 2 to slide. Here, due to the provision of the reduction gear set 32, the reduction gear set 32 ​​can reduce speed and increase torque to generate greater force to promote the movement of the pushing member 2, ensuring that the goods 4 will not get stuck during the pushing process.

[0041] As a further embodiment of the present invention: Figures 4 to 6The body 1 is also provided with a lock seat 13, and the delivery device also includes a lock body 5 and a sensor controller 6. The lock body 5 is movably connected to the lock seat 13; when the pusher 2 moves toward the delivery port 121, it can drive the lock body 5 to move to achieve unlocking; the sensor controller 6 is used to sense the items in the lock seat 13 and generate a control signal to control the movement of the pusher 2 to drive the lock body 5 back to its original position. The above structure is particularly suitable for the sale of shared products in hotels, such as shared electric toothbrushes. In this case, the merchant sets the toothbrush head (i.e., the product 4) as disposable and the brush handle 7 as shared. When selling, the toothbrush head is placed in the aisle 11, and the brush handle 7 is placed on the lock seat 13 and locked. When the consumer purchases the toothbrush head, the toothbrush head at the bottom falls into the delivery area 12, and then the pusher 2 pushes the toothbrush head to the delivery port 11. During the process of the pusher 2 pushing the toothbrush head to the delivery port 11, the pusher 2 also It will enter the delivery area 12 again, which can prevent the toothbrush head at the bottom from falling into the delivery area 12, and the pusher 2 will drive the lock body 5 to move during the movement to unlock the brush handle 7. When the brush handle 7 is put back into the lock seat 13 after use, the sensor controller 6 senses the brush handle 7 and generates a control signal to control the pusher 2 to move and then drive the lock body 5 to return to its original position, locking the brush handle 7 again. In the process of the lock body 5 returning, the pusher 2 also returns to the initial position of the delivery area 12, waiting for the next consumer shopping link.

[0042] As a further embodiment of the present invention: Figure 6 and 7 The pusher 2 is provided with an overlapping portion 21, and the lock body 5 is provided with a pulling slope surface 51 and a return slope surface 52. When the pusher 2 moves toward the delivery port 121, the overlapping portion 21 touches the pulling slope surface 51 and pulls the lock body 5 to unlock. The sensor controller 6 is used to sense the items on the lock seat 13 and generate a control signal to control the movement of the pusher 2. When the overlapping portion 21 touches the return slope surface 52, it drives the lock body 5 to return. When the pusher 2 moves toward the delivery port 121 to deliver the toothbrush head, the overlapping portion 21 on the pusher 2 touches the pulling slope surface 52 and pulls the lock body 5 to move and unlock the brush handle 7. When the brush handle 7 is returned to the lock seat 13 after use, the sensor controller 6 senses the brush handle 7 and generates a control signal to control the movement of the pusher 2, thereby driving the lock body 5 to return. Preferably, the overlapping portion 21 is configured to be cylindrical. It is designed in a cylindrical shape to reduce the contact area with the slope surface, making the movement smoother.

[0043] As a further solution of the present invention, the sensor controller 6 is a light sensor controller. When the brush handle is put back into the lock seat, the brush handle blocks light, thereby triggering the light sensor controller to generate a signal.

[0044] The present invention also provides an automatic vending machine, comprising the above-mentioned delivery device.

[0045] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not constitute any form of limitation to the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention shall be subject to the scope of protection of the claims. Although the present invention has been disclosed as above with preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any technician familiar with this profession can make some changes or modifications to equivalent embodiments of equivalent changes using the technical content disclosed above without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the present invention. However, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A shipping device, characterized in that: include: The machine body is provided with a cargo passage and a delivery area, the cargo passage is located above the delivery area and the two are connected, and the delivery area is provided with a delivery port; The pusher is located in the delivery area and is movably connected to the body to enable the pusher to move out of the delivery area and toward the delivery port; A driving mechanism, used for driving the pushing movement of the goods; The width of the delivery port is equal to the height of the goods; The machine body is also provided with a lock seat, and the shipping device also includes a lock body and a sensor controller. The lock body is movably connected to the lock seat; when the pusher moves toward the shipping port, it drives the lock body to move to achieve unlocking; the sensor controller is used to sense the items on the lock seat and generate a control signal to control the pusher to move to drive the lock body back to its position.

2. A delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cargo lanes are arranged in a long strip in a vertical direction.

3. A delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The activity is sliding.

4. A delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a driving motor, a reduction gear set, and a driving screw. The driving screw is screwed to the pushing piece, and the driving motor drives the driving screw to rotate through the reduction gear set.

5. A delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pushing piece is provided with an overlapping portion, and the lock body is provided with a pulling slope surface and a return slope surface. When the pushing piece moves toward the delivery port, the overlapping portion touches the pulling slope surface and pulls the lock body to unlock. The sensor controller is used to sense the items on the lock seat and generate a control signal to control the movement of the pushing piece. When the overlapping portion touches the return slope surface to drive the lock body to return to its position.

6. A delivery device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The overlapping portion is cylindrical.

7. A delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor controller is a light sensor controller.

8. A vending machine, characterized in that: Comprising the delivery device according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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