An automatic ticket vending device

Abstract

The application relates to an automatic ticket selling device which comprises a plurality of automatic ticket selling machines, a touch screen arranged on the automatic ticket selling machines, an operation interface displayed on the touch screen, a protection assembly, a moving assembly and a connecting assembly, the connecting assembly is arranged on the moving assembly, the connecting assembly is connected with the automatic ticket selling machines and forms protection for the operation interface on the automatic ticket selling machines, the protection assembly is arranged opposite to the touch screen of the automatic ticket selling machine, the protection assembly comprises an isolation plate, a plurality of operation openings for operating the touch screen of the automatic ticket selling machine are arranged on the isolation plate, an operation sleeve is arranged at the operation opening, the operation sleeve is arranged on the touch screen and is aligned with the operation button on the operation interface. The application has the effects that the touch screen is not easy to be damaged, is not easy to be hung with flowers and has higher safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of ticket vending machines, and more particularly to an automatic ticket vending device. Background Technology

[0002] The automatic ticketing system is controlled by a microcomputer, boasting powerful functions, flexible settings, and high stability. It features equipment such as 2D barcode printing / activation, proximity card recognition, ticket printing, bank card recognition, and a PIN pad. The touchscreen LCD interface can be configured with multi-level menus, displaying window names and announcements, and the printed content can be flexibly edited and modified. Reports are generated in real time, and various statistical reports can be generated.

[0003] Currently, automated ticket vending machines are widely used in various locations, such as train stations, hospitals, and industrial parks. Users obtain tickets by clicking on the touchscreen of the machine. Therefore, the touchscreen is often in a state of prolonged clicking.

[0004] Application No. 202011576133.5 discloses an automatic ticket checking machine for a park based on facial recognition, comprising a body and a base plate. An operating table is fixedly connected to the top of the body, and a display screen is fixedly connected to the surface of the operating table. Fixed rods are rotatably connected to the top of both sides of the body, and a protective cover is fixedly connected between the surfaces of the two fixed rods. A first gear is fixedly connected to the surface of the fixed rod and to one side of the protective cover. Slide rails are fixedly connected to the top of both sides of the body, and movable plates are slidably connected to the surfaces of the slide rails. A first tooth meshing with the first gear is fixedly connected to the top of the movable plate. A housing is fixedly connected to both sides of the body. A motor is fixedly connected to one side of the bottom wall of the housing, and a second gear is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor. A second tooth meshing with the second gear is fixedly connected to the bottom of the movable plate.

[0005] When the entire machine is impacted, it will tilt backward, causing the two connecting rods to continuously push the corresponding fixed blocks. Each fixed block drives the corresponding slider to slide on the sliding rod, and each spring cushions the corresponding slider.

[0006] However, the above solutions only protect against impacts, and cannot protect against direct contact with the display screen. With prolonged contact with the display screen by a human or other external object, especially with sharp objects such as fingernails or nail guards, the entire display screen is prone to damage.

[0007] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, the inventors believe that there is a defect in the operation display screen of automatic ticket vending machines being easily damaged. Summary of the Invention

[0008] In order to increase the lifespan of the touch screen of the automatic ticket vending machine and reduce the failure rate of the entire automatic ticket vending machine, this application provides an automatic ticket vending device.

[0009] The automatic ticket vending device provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0010] An automatic ticket vending device includes multiple automatic ticket vending machines, each equipped with a touchscreen displaying an operation interface. The device also includes a protective component, a movable component, and a connecting component. The connecting component is mounted on the movable component and connects to each automatic ticket vending machine, protecting the operation interface on each machine. The protective component faces the touchscreen of the automatic ticket vending machine and includes an isolation plate with multiple operation ports for operating the touchscreen. Operation sleeves are installed at each operation port, aligning with the operation buttons on the touchscreen and the operation interface.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, this application is applicable to the simultaneous protection of the operating interfaces of multiple automatic ticket vending machines. The movable component makes the entire structure easy to move, the isolation plate on the protective component protects the operating interface, the operating sleeve on the isolation plate facilitates hand insertion for operation, and the operating sleeve isolates sharp objects, making the operating interface less susceptible to damage.

[0012] Preferably, the movable component includes a base, casters with brakes, and a bottom support plate. The bottom support plate is disposed on the side of the base and connected to the bottom of the automatic ticket vending machine, and the casters are installed on the bottom of the base.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the omnidirectional wheels at the bottom of the base make the entire device easy to move and simple to operate.

[0014] Preferably, the connecting assembly includes a connecting rod and a support column. The connecting rod is connected to the automatic ticket vending machine, and the support column is fixed on the moving assembly. An air outlet assembly is provided inside the support column. The airflow generated by the air outlet assembly passes through the gap between two adjacent automatic ticket vending machines and acts on the protective assembly, causing the protective assembly to move.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the airflow generated by the air outlet component enables the movement of the protective component. When the protective component is in motion, its surface is less likely to be contaminated with dust or other dirt, making it cleaner and more hygienic.

[0016] Preferably, the air outlet assembly includes a fan bracket and a fan installed inside the support column. The fan is mounted on the fan bracket, and the support column is provided with multiple air inlets and outlets that communicate with its interior. Some of the air outlets are oriented toward the protective assembly.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the entire air outlet assembly generates airflow through a fan, and its structure is simple and convenient.

[0018] Preferably, the automatic ticket vending machine has multiple heat dissipation holes on the side facing the connecting component.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the airflow generated by the fan can act on the heat dissipation holes, which is beneficial for the simultaneous heat dissipation of multiple ticket vending machines.

[0020] Preferably, the protective assembly further includes a suspended protective sleeve, an isolation plate connected to the protective sleeve, a portion of the protective sleeve being attached to the ticket vending machine, and an indicator mark being provided on the isolation plate, with the indicator mark being close to the operating sleeve.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the indicator mark serves as an operating sleeve near the surface, which facilitates the user's use.

[0022] Preferably, both the protective sleeve and the isolation plate are made of transparent material, and an air injection channel is formed inside the protective sleeve, which is filled with gas.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, the role of the gas is to keep the protective sleeve in a suspended state.

[0024] Preferably, the operating port is directly opposite the touch screen of the automatic ticket vending machine or the ticket vending port of the automatic ticket vending machine.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, the steps of ticket collection and ticket purchase can be completed through the operation interface.

[0026] Preferably, the protective cover includes an inner cover, an outer cover, and a connecting part, with the inner cover and the outer cover connected by the connecting part, and the outer cover located on the front of the automatic ticket vending machine.

[0027] By adopting the above technical solution, the inner sleeve is used to protect the inside of multiple ticket vending machines, and the outer sleeve is used to protect the outside of the ticket vending machines.

[0028] Preferably, the operating sleeve has an operating channel formed inside, and the operating channel is provided with movable contact points; the operating sleeve includes a sleeve body and a support part provided on the sleeve body, the support part is evenly distributed on the side of the sleeve body and abuts against the touch screen box, and the support part covers the operating buttons on the operating interface; when a finger is inserted into the operating sleeve, the support part expands outward.

[0029] By adopting the above technical solution, in specific operation, fingers can be inserted into the sleeve for operation, and some sharp objects are difficult to penetrate into the sleeve and cause damage to the operating interface; when the fingers are inserted into the operating sleeve, the support part expands outward, which makes it convenient to cover the content of the operating interface and increases the safety of use.

[0030] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0031] 1. The touchscreen of the automatic ticket vending machine of this application has better protection; the outer sleeve protects the front of the ticket vending machine, the inner sleeve protects the inner wall of the automatic ticket vending machine, and the outer sleeve protects the outer side of the ticket vending machine, especially protecting the touchscreen on the ticket vending machine, making the touchscreen less prone to damage. The outer sleeve is equipped with an isolation plate, and the isolation plate has a protective sleeve. When operating, fingers are inserted into the protective sleeve and operated through the contact points. It is difficult for external objects to come into contact with the touchscreen, making the touchscreen less prone to damage.

[0032] 2. The automatic ticket vending machine of this application is more suitable for the elderly. The touch screen is protected by an operating cover, and some display surfaces can be blocked, making it less likely for criminals to observe, thus increasing security.

[0033] 3. The automatic ticket vending machine of this application is easy to move. Multiple automatic ticket vending machines can be moved at the same time by means of a base equipped with casters. During the movement, it can be protected by an outer cover, which increases the impact protection. The floating outer cover is not easy to get dirty, which isolates dirt and makes the whole device cleaner. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the entire application.

[0035] Figure 2 This is the overall front view of this application.

[0036] Figure 3 This is a top view of this application.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a partial installation diagram of the connection components and the automatic ticket vending machine of this application.

[0038] Figure 5 This is a connection diagram of the operating kit and the automatic ticket vending machine of this application.

[0039] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the operating sleeve of this application.

[0040] Figure 7 This is a structural cross-sectional view of the support column in this application.

[0041] Figure 8 This is a display diagram of the touchscreen of this application.

[0042] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Automatic ticket vending machine; 2. Touch screen; 3. Operating interface; 4. Protective component; 401. Isolation plate; 402. Operating sleeve; 4021. Operating channel; 4022. Sleeve body; 4023. Support part; 403. Protective sleeve; 4031. Inner sleeve; 4032. Outer sleeve; 4033. Connecting part; 5. Moving component; 501. Base; 502. Casters; 503. Support plate; 6. Connecting component; 601. Connecting rod; 602. Support column; 7. Operating port; 8. Fan bracket; 9. Fan; 10. Air outlet; 11. Air inlet; 12. Contact point; 13. Heat dissipation hole. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-8 This application will be described in further detail.

[0044] This application discloses an automatic ticket vending device.

[0045] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The automatic ticketing device includes multiple automatic ticket vending machines 1, each with a touch screen 2 displaying an operation interface 3. It also includes a protective component 4, a moving component 5, and a connecting component 6. The connecting component 6 is mounted on the moving component 5 and connects each automatic ticket vending machine 1, protecting the operation interface 3 on each machine. The protective component 4 is positioned directly opposite the touch screen 2 of the automatic ticket vending machine 1. The protective component 4 includes an isolation plate 401 with multiple operation ports 7 for operating the touch screen 2. Operation sleeves 402 are installed at each operation port 7, aligned with the operation buttons on the touch screen 2 and the operation interface 3.

[0046] References, 2 and Figure 3 The movable component 5 includes a base 501, casters 502 with brakes, and a bottom support plate 503. The bottom support plate 503 is disposed on the side of the base 501 and connected to the bottom of the automatic ticket vending machine 1. The casters 502 are installed on the bottom of the base 501. The device can be moved by the casters 502, making it easy to relocate.

[0047] refer to Figure 3 The connecting component 6 includes a connecting rod 601 and a support column 602. The connecting rod 601 is connected to the automatic ticket vending machine 1. The support column 602 is fixed on the moving component 5, that is, it is set on the base 501. An air outlet component is provided inside the support column 602. The airflow generated by the air outlet component passes through the gap between two adjacent automatic ticket vending machines 1 and acts on the protective component 4, causing the protective component 4 to move.

[0048] refer to Figure 7The air outlet assembly includes a fan bracket 8 and a fan 9 installed inside the support column 602. The fan 9 is installed on the fan bracket 8. The support column 602 is provided with multiple air inlets 11 and air outlets 10 that communicate with its interior. Some of the air outlets 10 are oriented toward the protective assembly 4.

[0049] The fan 9, like the automatic ticket vending machine 1, is connected to the indoor power supply. The air outlet 10 is arranged in a ring structure, which can generate airflow from multiple positions to act on the external environment or directly on the automatic ticket vending machine 1 to dissipate heat from the automatic ticket vending machine 1.

[0050] refer to Figure 4 The automatic ticket vending machine 1 has multiple heat dissipation holes 13 on the side facing the connecting component 6, and the heat generated by the automatic ticket vending machine 1 during operation is discharged through the heat dissipation holes 13.

[0051] refer to Figure 1 The protective component 4 also includes a suspended protective sleeve 403, an isolation plate 401 connected to the protective sleeve 403, a portion of the protective sleeve 403 attached to the ticket vending machine, and an indicator mark set on the isolation plate 401, with the indicator mark close to the operating sleeve 402.

[0052] refer to Figure 1 Both the protective sleeve 403 and the isolation plate 401 are made of transparent material. An air injection channel is formed inside the protective sleeve 403, and the air injection channel is filled with gas.

[0053] refer to Figure 1 The operation port 7 is directly opposite the touch screen 2 of the automatic ticket vending machine 1 or the ticket window of the automatic ticket vending machine 1. The operation port 7 is used to operate the touch screen 2 and retrieve tickets.

[0054] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The protective cover 403 includes an inner cover 4031, an outer cover 4032, and a connecting part 4033. The inner cover 4031 and the outer cover 4032 are connected by the connecting part 4033, and the outer cover 4032 is located on the front of the automatic ticket vending machine 1.

[0055] The inner sleeve 4031, the outer sleeve 4032, and the connecting part 4033 are an integral structure made of transparent adhesive material.

[0056] The inner sleeve 4031 protects the inside of the ticket vending machine, while the outer sleeve 4032 protects the outside of the automatic ticket vending machine 1, making the automatic ticket vending machine 1 less prone to damage.

[0057] refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6An operation channel 4021 is formed inside the operation sleeve 402, and a movable contact point 12 is provided inside the operation channel 4021. The operation sleeve 402 includes a sleeve body 4022 and a support part 4023 provided on the sleeve body 4022. The support part 4023 is evenly distributed on the side of the sleeve body 4022 and abuts against the touch screen 2 box. The support part 4023 covers the operation buttons on the operation interface 3. When a finger is inserted into the operation sleeve 402, the support part 4023 extends outward to provide protection, and the user is close to the operation interface, so it will not affect the user's observation.

[0058] Contact point 12 includes a soft membrane and a soft block fixed on the soft membrane.

[0059] The implementation principle of an automatic ticket vending machine according to an embodiment of this application is as follows: This application connects multiple automatic ticket vending machines 1 through a moving component and a connecting component, so that the multiple automatic ticket vending machines 1 can be moved directly, which is more labor-saving.

[0060] The ticket vending machine is protected by an inner sleeve 4031 and an outer sleeve 4032. The outer sleeve 4032 is aligned with the operation interface 3 to protect it. During ticket purchase, the machine can be operated via the operation sleeve 402 on the outer sleeve 4032. The operation sleeve 402 is in contact with the operation interface 3. The operation interface 3 displays operation buttons during ticket sales, and the operation sleeve 402 is aligned with these buttons. The operation sleeve 402 has indicator marks, such as arrows, to help elderly users quickly locate the operation positions.

[0061] During operation, after inserting a finger into the operating sleeve 402, press the contact point 12. The operating interface 3 is then contacted through the contact point 12, which reduces the possibility of damage to the operating interface 3 and effectively protects the operating interface 3.

[0062] At the same time, when a finger is inserted, the finger will open the support part 4023, which can better shield the operation interface 3, making it more difficult for outsiders to see the operation interface 3, thus increasing security.

[0063] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A ticket vending device comprising a plurality of ticket vending machines (1), a touch screen (2) being arranged on the ticket vending machine (1), and an operation interface (3) being displayed on the touch screen (2), characterized in that: The protective assembly (4), the moving assembly (5) and the connecting assembly (6) are further included, the connecting assembly (6) is arranged on the moving assembly (5), the connecting assembly (6) is connected with each automatic ticket vending machine (1), the protective assembly (4) is arranged opposite to the touch screen (2) of the automatic ticket vending machine (1), the protective assembly (4) includes a separation plate (401), a plurality of operation ports (7) for operating the touch screen (2) of the automatic ticket vending machine (1) are arranged on the separation plate (401), an operation sleeve (402) is arranged at the operation port (7), the operation sleeve (402) is arranged on the touch screen (2) and is aligned with the operation button on the operation interface (3); the protective assembly (4) further includes a protective sleeve (403) in a suspended state, the separation plate (401) is connected with the protective sleeve (403), part of the protective sleeve (403) is attached to the ticket vending machine, an indication mark is arranged on the separation plate (401), and the indication mark is close to the operation sleeve (402); the protective sleeve (403) and the separation plate (401) are both made of transparent material, a gas injection channel is formed in the protective sleeve (403), and the gas injection channel is filled with gas; the protective sleeve (403) includes an inner sleeve (4031), an outer sleeve (4032) and a connecting portion (4033), the inner sleeve (4031) and the outer sleeve (4032) are connected through the connecting portion (4033), and the outer sleeve (4032) is located on the front of the automatic ticket vending machine (1).

2. The automatic ticket vending device according to claim 1, characterized by: The moving assembly (5) includes a base (501), a universal wheel (502) with a brake and a bottom support plate (503), the bottom support plate (503) is arranged on the side of the base (501) and is connected with the bottom of the automatic ticket vending machine (1), and the universal wheel (502) is installed at the bottom of the base (501).

3. The automatic ticket vending device according to claim 1, characterized by: The connecting assembly (6) includes a connecting rod (601) and a support column (602), the connecting rod (601) is connected with the automatic ticket vending machine (1), the support column (602) is fixed on the moving assembly (5), an air outlet assembly is arranged in the support column (602), and air flow generated by the air outlet assembly acts on the protective assembly (4) after passing through the gap between two adjacent automatic ticket vending machines (1) and causes the movement of the protective assembly (4).

4. The ticket vending machine of claim 3, wherein: The air outlet assembly includes a fan bracket (8) and a fan (9) installed in the support column (602), the fan (9) is installed on the fan bracket (8), a plurality of air inlet holes (11) and air outlet holes (10) are arranged on the support column (602) and are in communication with the inside of the support column (602), and part of the air outlet holes (10) are arranged towards the protective assembly (4).

5. The ticket vending machine of claim 1, wherein: A plurality of heat dissipation holes (13) are arranged on the side of the automatic ticket vending machine (1) facing the connecting assembly (6).

6. The ticket vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The operation port (7) is opposite to the touch screen (2) of the automatic ticket vending machine (1) or a ticket outlet of the automatic ticket vending machine (1).

7. The ticket vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The operation sleeve (402) is internally formed with an operation channel (4021), and the operation channel (4021) is internally provided with a movable contact point; the operation sleeve (402) comprises a sleeve body (4022) and a supporting part (4023) arranged on the sleeve body (4022), the supporting part (4023) is uniformly distributed on the side surface of the sleeve body (4022) and abuts against the touch screen (2) box, and the supporting part (4023) shields the operation button on the operation interface (3); when the finger is inserted into the operation sleeve (402), the supporting part (4023) is extended outward.

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