Intelligent beverage vending machine

Abstract

The application belongs to the vending machine, disclose a kind of intelligent beverage vending machine, including machine body, ice maker module, cup and cover falling module, mobile platform module, material box module are arranged in the machine body, the cup and cover falling module includes cup and cover falling module and extension rotating assembly, the extension rotating assembly includes extension unit, the extension unit is slidably connected with the inside of machine body, and the cup and cover falling module is rotatably installed with extension unit, so that cup and cover falling module can be extended and rotated from machine body.The cup and cover falling module of the application is installed on the extension unit, and the extension unit is slidably connected with the machine body, to realize the extension function of the cup and cover falling module, and the extension unit is rotatably connected with the cup and cover falling module, to realize the rotation function of the cup and cover falling module, so that there is more operating space when changing cup and cover and maintenance operation, and the operation is more convenient.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the field of vending machines, in particular to an intelligent beverage vending machine. BACKGROUND

[0002] The beverage vending machine generally comprises a machine body, an ice maker module, a refrigeration box module, a cup and cover dropping module, a moving platform module, a material box module, a brewing module, a take-out door module, a heating device and the like. The existing beverage vending machine has the following problems:

[0003] 1) The existing cup and cover dropping module is fixedly installed in the interior of the beverage vending machine. When replacing the cup and cover and maintaining the device, the door needs to be opened and then operated in the interior of the beverage vending machine. The operation space is narrow and very inconvenient.

[0004] 2) The blocking plate of the ice discharge port of the ice maker module is generally controlled by an electromagnetic telescopic lock. When the discharge port is closed, the spring force of the electromagnetic telescopic lock is used to tightly press the blocking plate. When the discharge port is opened, the blocking plate is attracted by the electromagnet. For details, please refer to patent CN206771831U. However, the spring force is limited. When the ice in the ice bucket accumulates too much, the pushing force of the ice is easy to push out the blocking plate, causing ice leakage.

[0005] 3) The ice dropping channel of the ice maker module generally uses a flap to control the falling of ice. The flap is driven by a motor. For details, please refer to patent CN112460870B. However, the motor-driven flap rotation has the problem of slow ice discharge speed. In addition, the flap is a smooth flat structure, and the surface will be adhered to the ice, hindering the ice dropping.

[0006] 4) The ice bucket of the ice maker module is generally wrapped with a thermal foam. The thermal foam is combined by two pieces of left and right thermal foams. The connection is generally flat. This will cause the connection to have poor thermal insulation effect.

[0007] 5) The components of the heating device are not integrated and installed, which is troublesome to disassemble and assemble and is not convenient for maintenance.

[0008] 6) The high-temperature sterilization function of steam is strong. Therefore, many beverage vending machines are equipped with a steam heating system in addition to the hot water heating system. However, the separate hot water heating system and steam heating system have the problems of complex structure and high cost. SUMMARY

[0009] The present application relates to the field of vending machines, in particular to an intelligent beverage vending machine.

[0010] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present application provides the following technical scheme:

[0011] The application discloses an intelligent beverage vending machine, which comprises a machine body, an ice maker module, a cup and cover dropping module, a moving platform module and a material box module arranged in the machine body, wherein the cup and cover dropping module comprises a cup and cover dropping module and an extension and rotation assembly, the extension and rotation assembly comprises an extension unit which is slidably connected with the machine body, and the cup and cover dropping module is rotationally installed on the extension unit, so that the cup and cover dropping module can be extended and rotated from the machine body.

[0012] Further, the extension and rotation assembly further comprises a sliding unit and a supporting unit, the sliding unit comprises a sliding rail and a sliding piece which is slidably connected with the sliding rail, one of the sliding rail and the sliding piece is fixedly installed in the machine body, and the other is arranged on the extension unit; one end of the supporting unit is rotationally connected with the extension unit, and the other end is connected with the cup and cover dropping module.

[0013] Further, the ice maker module comprises an ice making mechanism and an ice dropping mechanism which are connected in a matched mode, the ice making mechanism comprises an ice making barrel, and the ice dropping mechanism comprises an ice dropping channel assembly, a first material blocking assembly is arranged at a discharge port of the ice making barrel, the first material blocking assembly comprises a material blocking plate for blocking the discharge port, a swing arm connected with the material blocking plate and a material blocking deceleration motor for driving the swing arm to rotate, a second material blocking assembly is arranged on the ice dropping channel assembly, the second material blocking assembly comprises a draw plate and an electromagnetic telescopic lock, the draw plate is used for blocking the ice dropping channel, and an output end of the electromagnetic telescopic lock is connected with the draw plate, so as to drive the draw plate to move and switch between a blocking state and an opening state.

[0014] Further, the draw plate is slidably connected with the ice dropping channel assembly, and the draw plate is arranged in an inclined mode, and an anti-sticking convex structure is arranged on an upper surface of the draw plate.

[0015] The ice dropping channel assembly comprises an upper ice dropping channel and a lower ice dropping channel arranged in a stacked mode, and the second material blocking assembly is arranged on the upper ice dropping channel and the lower ice dropping channel respectively; the ice dropping mechanism further comprises a weighing device which is used for weighing the weight of ice blocks in the upper ice dropping channel.

[0016] An annular side heat preservation layer assembly is arranged outside the ice making barrel, the side heat preservation layer assembly comprises a plurality of annularly arranged side heat preservation layer units, and adjacent side heat preservation layer units are buckled through concave-convex structures.

[0017] Further, the heating module comprises a heating mounting rack, a heating water tank, a water outlet pump, a heating unit, a second electromagnetic valve, a backflow pump and a temperature sensor are arranged on the heating mounting rack, the heating water tank, the water outlet pump, the heating unit, the second electromagnetic valve and the backflow pump are sequentially connected through pipelines, the backflow pump is connected with the heating water tank through a pipeline, the second electromagnetic valve is connected with a heating medium outlet in a matched mode, and the temperature sensor is used for detecting the water outlet temperature of the heating medium outlet.

[0018] The second electromagnetic valve has an outlet heating medium state and a backflow state, when the second electromagnetic valve is in the outlet heating medium state, the medium heated by the heating unit is discharged from the heating medium outlet through the second electromagnetic valve, when the second electromagnetic valve is in the backflow state, the medium heated by the heating unit is backflowed to the heating tank through the second electromagnetic valve and the backflow pump.

[0019] Further, a water tank is arranged on the machine body, and a water taking pump is further arranged on the heating mounting rack, which is connected with the heating tank through a pipeline to pump the pure water in the water tank to the heating tank.

[0020] A water taking flow meter is further arranged on the heating mounting rack to detect the water taking flow of the water taking pump.

[0021] Further, the heating unit includes a hot water heater and a steam heater, a first electromagnetic valve is further arranged on the heating mounting rack, the water outlet pump is connected with the first electromagnetic valve through a pipeline, the first electromagnetic valve is respectively connected with the hot water heater and the steam heater through a pipeline, and the second electromagnetic valve is respectively connected with the hot water heater and the steam heater through a pipeline.

[0022] The first electromagnetic valve has a first conduction state and a second conduction state, when the first electromagnetic valve is in the first conduction state, it only supplies water to the hot water heater, and when the first electromagnetic valve is in the second conduction state, it only supplies water to the steam heater.

[0023] A vapor-liquid separator is further arranged on the heating mounting rack, which is respectively connected with the second electromagnetic valve, the backflow pump and the heating medium outlet through a pipeline to separate vapor and liquid, water vapor flows into the heating medium outlet, and liquid is sent back to the heating tank by the backflow pump.

[0024] An outlet water flow meter is arranged on the heating mounting rack to detect the outlet water flow of the water outlet pump.

[0025] Further, a stirring and water filling module is arranged in the machine body, which includes a stirring and water filling assembly, the stirring and water filling assembly includes a water filling rod, the water filling rod is respectively connected with a gas source and a water source through a pipeline, the water filling rod injects water and gas into a cup to achieve stirring by water-gas mixing.

[0026] Further, a plurality of water filling ports for spraying medium in different directions are arranged at the lower end of the water filling rod.

[0027] The stirring and water filling assembly further includes a water filling connector arranged on the water filling rod, which is connected with the gas source and the water source through a pipeline.

[0028] The stirring water injection assembly further comprises a cover and a cleaning joint, the cover is sleeved on the water injection rod and forms a cleaning gap between the cover and the outer wall of the water injection rod, and the cleaning joint is connected to a water source through a pipeline to supply water to the cleaning gap for cleaning the water injection rod.

[0029] Further, the stirring water injection assembly further comprises a cleaning head arranged at the upper end of the water injection rod, the cleaning joint is arranged on the cleaning head, the cleaning head is provided with a cleaning channel communicated with the cleaning gap and the cleaning joint, and the cleaning channel and the cleaning gap enable water to flow down around the outer wall of the water injection rod.

[0030] The stirring water injection module further comprises a stirring water injection lifting assembly for driving the stirring water injection assembly to lift.

[0031] Compared with the prior art, the stirring water injection module has the following beneficial effects:

[0032] 1) The cup and cover falling module is installed on the extension unit, the extension unit is slidably connected to the machine body, the extension unit and the cup and cover falling module are rotationally connected, the extension unit and the cup and cover falling module are rotationally connected, and the extension unit and the cup and cover falling module are rotationally connected, so that the cup and cover falling module has the functions of extension and rotation, and the cup and cover falling module has the functions of extension and rotation.

[0033] 2) The first material blocking assembly is arranged at the discharge port of the ice making barrel, the first material blocking assembly is driven by the material blocking deceleration motor to realize the opening and closing of the discharge port, the material blocking deceleration motor has a self-locking function, and the material blocking plate cannot be pushed out by the ice blocks;

[0034] 3) The second material blocking assembly is arranged on the ice falling channel assembly of the ice maker module, the second material blocking assembly is driven by the electromagnetic telescopic lock to move the drawer to realize the opening and closing of the channel, the electromagnetic telescopic lock has a faster response action, and the ice output speed can be accelerated;

[0035] 4) The upper surface of the drawer of the ice maker module is provided with an anti-sticking convex structure, which can prevent ice from sticking;

[0036] 5) The heat preservation layer units of the ice maker module are buckled through concave-convex structures, and the heat preservation effect can be improved;

[0037] 6) The heating module integrates various components on the heating mounting rack to form a modular structure, which is convenient for overall disassembly, replacement and maintenance;

[0038] 7) The heating module integrates hot water heating and steam heating functions, has a simple structure and low cost;

[0039] 8) The heating module detects the temperature of the medium at the outlet through a temperature sensor, and causes the medium that does not meet the requirements to flow back to the heating water tank through the second solenoid valve and the return pump, thereby realizing resource recovery and avoiding the problem of poor taste in food or beverages due to substandard temperature.

[0040] 9) The stirring and water-injecting module injects water and gas into the cup through a water-injecting rod, and achieves stirring through the mixing of water and gas. In other words, the stirring and water-injecting module of the present invention can both inject water and stir, and has the advantages of simple structure, small space occupation and low cost.

[0041] 10) The water injection rod of the mixing and water injection module has no mixing blades, and the contact area with the powder is small, which can reduce powder residue and reduce the risk of cross-contamination and bacterial growth.

[0042] 11) The stirring and water injection module cleans the water injection rod through the cleaning joint, cleaning head, and cleaning gap, further reducing the risk of cross-contamination of odors and bacterial growth. Attached Figure Description

[0043] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the present invention, showing the front door open.

[0044] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the left-side structure of the present invention, showing that both the front and rear doors are open.

[0045] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of the present invention, in which both the front and rear doors are open.

[0046] Figure 4 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the cup and lid dropping module in this invention.

[0047] Figure 5 This is the second schematic diagram of the cup and lid dropping module in this invention.

[0048] Figure 6 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the ice maker module in this invention.

[0049] Figure 7 This is the second schematic diagram of the ice maker module in this invention.

[0050] Figure 8 This is one of the partial exploded structural diagrams of the ice-making mechanism in this invention.

[0051] Figure 9 This is the second partially exploded structural diagram of the ice-making mechanism in this invention.

[0052] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the upper ice-falling channel, the weighing device, and the second material-blocking mechanism in this invention.

[0053] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the drawer structure in this invention.

[0054] Figure 12 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the heating module structure in this invention.

[0055] Figure 13 This is the second schematic diagram of the heating module structure in this invention.

[0056] Figure 14 This is the third schematic diagram of the heating module structure in this invention.

[0057] Figure 15 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the stirring and water injection module in this invention.

[0058] Figure 16 This is the second schematic diagram of the stirring and water injection module in this invention.

[0059] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the stirring and water injection component in this invention.

[0060] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the cleaning head in this invention.

[0061] In the picture:

[0062] Cup and lid dropping module 1, cup dropping unit 101, lid dropping unit 102, filling unit 103, cup and lid dropping mounting bracket 104, extension unit 105, slide rail 106, sliding component 107, support unit 108;

[0063] Heating module 2, heating mounting bracket 201, heating water tank 202, water outlet pump 203, second solenoid valve 204, return pump 205, water intake pump 206, water intake flow meter 207, hot water heater 208, steam heater 209, first solenoid valve 210, vapor-liquid separator 211, heating medium outlet 212, water outlet flow meter 213, sterilization unit 214, pressure regulating valve 215;

[0064] Body 3;

[0065] Mobile platform module 4;

[0066] Material box module 5;

[0067] Brewing device module 6;

[0068] Refrigerator module 7;

[0069] Ice maker module 8, ice bucket 801, discharge port 8011, discharge plate 8012, baffle plate 802, baffle plate 802, swing arm 803, baffle reduction motor 804, draw plate 805, electromagnetic telescopic lock 806, movable port 807, upper ice drop channel 808, lower ice drop channel 809, weighing device 810, side insulation layer unit 811, stepped structure 8111, top cover insulation layer 812, weighing bracket 813, ice making water tank 814, ice making electrical box 815, compressor 816, fan 817, condenser 818, rotary drive assembly 819, quench pipe 820, ice making bracket 821;

[0070] 9 buckets;

[0071] Electric pickup door module 10;

[0072] Front door 11;

[0073] Back door 12;

[0074] 13. Bean grinding and feeding module;

[0075] The components include: a stirring and water-injection module 14, a water-injection rod 1401, an air pump 1402, an outer cover 1403, a side-blocking structure 14031, a water-injection connector 1404, a cleaning connector 1405, a cleaning gap 1406, a cleaning head 1407, a first cleaning channel 14071, a second cleaning channel 14072, a third cleaning channel 14073, a water-injection mounting base 1408, a stirring and water-injection bracket 1409, a stirring and water-injection lifting motor 1410, a stirring and water-injection guide rod 1411, a stirring and water-injection pulley mechanism 1412, a stirring and water-injection lifting seat 1413, and a stirring and water-injection micro switch 1414. Detailed Implementation

[0076] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0077] Please see Figures 1-18 A smart beverage vending machine includes a body 3, which contains a cup and lid dropping module 1, a heating module 2, a moving platform module 4, a feed box module 5, a brewing unit module 6, a refrigerator module 7, an ice maker module 8, a water tank 9, a bean grinding and feeding module 13, a stirring and water filling module 14, a front door 11, and a rear door 12. An electric dispensing door module 10 is installed on the front door 11.

[0078] It should be noted that the structures of the aforementioned mobile platform module 4, feed box module 5, brewer module 6, refrigerator module 7, retrieval door module 10, and grinding and feeding module 13 are all known technologies and will not be described in detail. The layout of the above modules in the machine body 3 is also known technology and will not be described in detail.

[0079] Continue reading Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment of the present invention, the cup and lid dropping module 1 includes a cup and lid dropping assembly and an extension and rotation component. The extension and rotation component includes an extension unit 105, which is slidably connected to the inside of the body 3. The cup and lid dropping assembly is rotatably mounted to the extension unit 105, and the rotation axis is vertically set so that the cup and lid dropping assembly can extend and rotate from the body 3.

[0080] The aforementioned protruding unit 105 is preferably a plate-like structure.

[0081] It is understood that in the above technical solution, the cup and lid dropping module 1 is installed on the extension unit 105. The extension unit 105 and the machine body slide together to realize the extension function of the cup and lid dropping module. The extension unit 105 and the cup and lid dropping module rotate together to realize the rotation function of the cup and lid dropping module, which makes it easier to replace cups and lids and maintain the equipment.

[0082] Continue reading Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment of the present invention, the cup and lid dropping module includes a cup and lid dropping mounting bracket 104, on which a cup dropping unit 101, a lid dropping unit 102, and a filling unit 103 are mounted. The cup and lid dropping mounting bracket 104 is rotatably connected to the extension unit 105 via a hinge. The cup dropping unit 101 is used for storing and dropping cups, the lid dropping unit 102 is used for storing and dropping lids, and the filling unit 103 is used for storing and filling the cups.

[0083] When the cup and lid dropping module is in use, the moving platform module 4 moves to the lower end of the cup dropping unit 101, the cup falls onto the moving platform module 4, and then the moving platform module 4 carries the cup to the lower end of the filling unit 103 for filling. Then the moving platform module 4 carries the cup to the lower end of the lid dropping unit 102 for lid installation.

[0084] It should be noted that the structures of the cup dropping unit 101, the cap dropping unit 102, and the filling unit 103 are all known technologies and will not be described in detail.

[0085] Continue reading Figure 4 and Figure 5In one embodiment of the present invention, the extension rotating assembly further includes multiple sliding units, each sliding unit including a slide rail 106 and a sliding member 107 that slides with the slide rail 106. The slide rail 106 is fixedly installed inside the body 3, and the sliding member 107 is disposed on the extension unit 105.

[0086] The aforementioned sliding member 107 is preferably a pulley, and each slide rail 106 simultaneously cooperates with multiple pulleys arranged side by side to achieve smooth sliding.

[0087] In another embodiment of the present invention, the slider 107 may be fixedly installed inside the body 3, and the slide rail 106 may be disposed on the extension unit 105.

[0088] Continue reading Figure 4 and Figure 5 In one embodiment of the present invention, the extension rotating assembly further includes a support unit 108, one end of which is rotatably connected to the extension unit 105, and the other end is connected to the cup and lid dropping module.

[0089] Specifically, the support unit 108 is an inclined rod-shaped structure, with its upper end rotatably connected to the extension unit 105 via a hinge, and its lower end connected to the top of the cup and lid dropping module.

[0090] In another embodiment of the present invention, the support unit 108 may be rotatably connected to the extension unit 105 at its lower end via a hinge, and connected to the top of the cup and lid dropping module at its upper end.

[0091] When changing cups and lids or performing maintenance, the cup and lid dispensing module 1 of the present invention only requires opening the front door 11 of the vending machine and pulling the cup and lid dispensing module outward. It can also be rotated when needed, which is very convenient.

[0092] Continue reading Figures 6-11In one embodiment of the present invention, the ice maker module 8 includes an ice-making support 8021, on which an ice-making mechanism and an ice-falling mechanism are provided. The ice-making mechanism includes an ice-making bucket 801, and the ice-falling mechanism includes an ice-falling channel assembly. The outlet 8011 of the ice-making bucket 801 is provided with a first baffle assembly. The lower side of the outlet 8011 has an outlet plate 8012. The outlet plate 8012 has an uneven structure to prevent ice from sticking. The first baffle assembly includes a baffle plate 802 for blocking the outlet 8011, a swing arm 803 connected to the baffle plate 802, and a baffle reduction motor 804 for driving the swing arm 803 to rotate. The baffle reduction motor 804 is a worm gear reduction motor and is installed on one side of the outlet 8011. A second baffle assembly is provided on the ice-falling channel assembly. The second baffle assembly includes a pull plate 805 and an electromagnetic telescopic lock 806. The pull plate 805 is used to block the ice-falling channel. The output end of the electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 is connected to the pull plate 805 to drive the pull plate 805 to move, so that the pull plate 805 switches between the blocking state and the opening state.

[0093] The ice-fall channel assembly closes the channel by using the spring force of the electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 to push out the pull plate 805, and opens the channel by using an electromagnet to attract and retract the pull plate 805. The structure of the electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 is known technology and will not be described in detail. The internal structure of the ice bucket 801 is also known technology in the field and will not be described in detail.

[0094] It is understandable that in the above technical solution, the outlet 8011 of the ice bucket 801 is equipped with a first baffle assembly. The first baffle assembly uses a baffle reduction motor 804 to drive the baffle plate 802 to open and close the outlet 8011. The baffle reduction motor 804 has a self-locking function to prevent the baffle plate 802 from being pushed out by ice. Moreover, a second baffle assembly is set on the ice drop channel assembly of the ice maker module 8. The second baffle assembly drives the pull plate to move through an electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 to open and close the channel. The electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 reacts and acts faster, which can speed up the ice dispensing speed.

[0095] In addition, the end of the baffle plate 802 of the ice maker module 8 facing the inside of the ice bucket 801 has a boss structure. This boss structure extends into the inside of the ice bucket 801 to push the ice blocks inward, making it more difficult for the baffle plate 802 to be pushed out.

[0096] Continue reading Figure 10 In one embodiment of the present invention, the pull plate 805 is inclined and slides in cooperation with the ice-falling channel assembly. The end of the pull plate 805 connected to the electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 is positioned higher than the end of the pull plate 805 facing away from the electromagnetic telescopic lock 806. The electromagnetic telescopic lock 806 is mounted on the outside of the ice-falling channel assembly via a bracket. The side wall of the ice-falling channel assembly is provided with an opening 807 for the pull plate 805 to move.

[0097] When the channel is closed, the pull plate 805 extends into the channel; when the channel is opened, the pull plate 805 is pulled out of the channel.

[0098] Continue reading Figure 11 In one embodiment of the present invention, the drawer plate 805 is a corrugated plate with an uneven, non-stick protrusion structure formed on its upper surface.

[0099] In another embodiment of the present invention, the drawer plate 805 may have an uneven anti-stick protrusion structure on the upper surface and a flat lower surface.

[0100] Continue reading Figure 6 and Figure 7 In one embodiment of the present invention, the ice-falling channel assembly includes an upper ice-falling channel 808 and a lower ice-falling channel 809 arranged vertically. The outlet of the upper ice-falling channel 808 is connected to the inlet of the lower ice-falling channel 809. Second baffle components are respectively provided on the upper ice-falling channel 808 and the lower ice-falling channel 809. The lower ice-falling channel 809 is fixed to the ice-making bracket 8021 by corner fittings. The ice-falling mechanism also includes a weighing device 810 and a weighing bracket 813. The weighing bracket 813 is mounted on the ice-making bracket 821, and the weighing device 810 is mounted on the weighing bracket 813. The upper ice-falling channel 808 is supported and connected to the weighing device 810 by a mounting base. The upper ice-falling channel 808 is used to weigh the ice blocks inside the upper ice-falling channel 808.

[0101] Continue reading Figure 8 and Figure 9 In one embodiment of the present invention, an annular side insulation layer assembly is provided on the outside of the ice bucket 801, and a top cover insulation layer 812 is provided on the top. Both the side insulation layer assembly and the top cover insulation layer 812 are made of insulation foam. The side insulation layer assembly is formed by two side insulation layer units 811. Adjacent side insulation layer units 811 are interlocked and bonded by a concave-convex structure. The concave-convex structure is preferably a stepped structure 8111.

[0102] It is understandable that in the above technical solution, the insulation layer units 811 of the ice maker module 8 are interlocked through a concave-convex structure, which can enhance the insulation effect.

[0103] It should be noted that the number of side insulation layer units 811 in the above-mentioned side insulation layer assembly can be adjusted as needed.

[0104] In addition, the ice-making mechanism of the ice maker module 8 also includes conventional structures such as an ice-making water tank 814, an ice-making electrical box 815, a compressor 816, a fan 817, a condenser 818, a rotary drive assembly 819, and a quench pipe 820. Their connection relationships are known technologies and will not be described in detail.

[0105] Continue reading Figures 12-14In one embodiment of the present invention, the heating module 2 includes a heating mounting bracket 201, on which a heating water tank 202, a water outlet pump 203, a heating unit, a second solenoid valve 204, a return pump 205, and a temperature sensor are disposed. The heating water tank 202, the water outlet pump 203, the hot water heater 208, the second solenoid valve 204, and the return pump 205 are sequentially connected by pipelines. The return pump 205 is connected to the heating water tank 202 by a pipeline. The second solenoid valve 204 is connected to the heating medium outlet 212. The heating medium outlet 212 is connected to the brewer module 6 and the stirring and water injection module 14 by pipelines respectively. Water is supplied to the brewer module 6 and the stirring and water injection module 14 respectively by the corresponding solenoid valves. The temperature sensor is installed on the heating medium outlet 212 to detect the outlet water temperature of the heating medium outlet 212.

[0106] The second solenoid valve 204 is a two-position three-way valve with both heating medium dispensing and reflux states. When the temperature sensor detects that the medium meets the temperature requirements, the second solenoid valve 204 switches to the heating medium dispensing state, and the medium heated by the heating unit is discharged from the heating medium outlet 212 through the second solenoid valve 204. When the temperature sensor detects that the medium does not meet the temperature requirements, the second solenoid valve 204 switches to the reflux state, and the medium heated by the heating unit flows back to the heating water tank 202 through the second solenoid valve 204 and the reflux pump 205.

[0107] It is understood that in the above technical solution, the heating module 2 integrates all components onto the heating mounting bracket 201, forming a modular structure that facilitates overall disassembly, replacement, and maintenance. Furthermore, the heating module 2 detects the outlet water temperature using a temperature sensor, allowing unsuitable media to return to the heating water tank 202 via the second solenoid valve 204, gas-liquid separator, and reflux pump 205, thus achieving resource recovery.

[0108] Continue reading Figure 12 and Figure 13 In one embodiment of the present invention, a water pump 206 and a water flow meter 207 are also provided on the heating mounting bracket 201. The water pump 206 is connected to the heating water tank 202 and the water flow meter 207 through pipelines. The water flow meter 207 is also connected to the water bucket 9 through a pipeline. The water pump 206 pumps pure water from the water bucket 9 to the heating water tank 202. The water flow meter 207 is used to detect the water flow rate of the water pump 206, thereby determining whether there is still water in the water bucket 9.

[0109] Continue reading Figure 12 and Figure 13In one embodiment of the present invention, the heating unit includes a hot water heater 208 and a steam heater 209. A first solenoid valve 210 is also provided on the heating mounting bracket 201. The water pump 203 is connected to the first solenoid valve 210 through a pipeline. The first solenoid valve 210 is connected to the hot water heater 208 and the steam heater 209 through pipelines. A second solenoid valve 204 is connected to the hot water heater 208 and the steam heater 209 through pipelines. A pressure stabilizing valve 215 is provided on the water pump 203 to stabilize the water pressure.

[0110] The first solenoid valve 210 has a first conducting state and a second conducting state. When the first solenoid valve 210 is in the first conducting state, it supplies water only to the hot water heater 208. When the first solenoid valve 210 is in the second conducting state, it supplies water only to the steam heater 209.

[0111] Continue reading Figure 12 and Figure 13 In one embodiment of the present invention, a vapor-liquid separator 211 is also provided on the hot water mounting bracket. The vapor-liquid separator 211 is connected to the second solenoid valve 204, the reflux pump 205 and the heating medium outlet 212 through pipelines. It is used to separate vapor and liquid. Water vapor flows into the heating medium outlet 212, and liquid is sent back to the heating water tank 202 by the reflux pump 205.

[0112] Continue reading Figure 12 and Figure 13 In one embodiment of the present invention, a water flow meter 213 is provided on the heating mounting bracket 201. The water flow meter 213 is connected between the heating water tank 202 and the first solenoid valve 210 through a pipeline to detect the water flow of the water pump 203.

[0113] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present invention, a preheating heater is built into the heating water tank 202 to preheat the water in the heating water tank 202.

[0114] Continue reading Figure 12 and Figure 13 In one embodiment of the present invention, a sterilization unit 214 is provided at the upper end of the heating water tank 202.

[0115] Specifically, the heating mounting bracket 201 of the heating module 2 includes a base and a vertical plate set on the base. The reflux pump 205, the outlet pump 203, the intake pump 206, the intake flow meter 207, the first solenoid valve 210, and the outlet flow meter 213 are installed on the base. The heating water tank 202 is installed on the vertical plate. The hot water heater 208, the second solenoid valve 204, the steam heater 209, and the vapor-liquid separator 211 are installed on the heating water tank 202.

[0116] Heating module 2 has a hot water heating mode and a steam heating mode. The workflow of the hot water heating mode is as follows: water tank 9 → water flow meter 207 → water pump 206 → heating water tank 202 → water flow meter 213 → water pump 203 → first solenoid valve 210 → hot water heater 208 → second solenoid valve 204 → heating medium outlet 212. The temperature sensor detects the outlet water temperature. When the water temperature reaches the standard, the water is discharged from the heating medium outlet 212 through the second solenoid valve 204. When the water temperature does not reach the standard, the water path is: second solenoid valve 204 → vapor-liquid separator 211 → return pump 205 → heating water tank 202.

[0117] The workflow of the steam heating mode is as follows: water tank 9 → water flow meter 207 → water pump 206 → heating water tank 202 → water flow meter 213 → water pump 203 → first solenoid valve 210 → steam heater 209 → second solenoid valve 204 → heating medium outlet 212. The temperature sensor detects the steam temperature. When the steam temperature reaches the standard, the steam passes through the second solenoid valve 204 and is discharged from the heating medium outlet 212. When the water temperature does not reach the standard, the steam passes through the second solenoid valve 204 and is discharged into the vapor-liquid separator 211. The water separated by the vapor-liquid separator 211 is pumped back to the heating water tank 202 by the return pump 205. The steam separated by the vapor-liquid separator 211 directly enters the heating medium outlet 212 and is discharged from the heating medium outlet 212.

[0118] Continue reading Figures 15-18 The stirring and water-injecting module 14 includes a stirring and water-injecting component, which includes a water-injecting rod 1401. The water-injecting rod 1401 is connected to a gas source and a water source through pipelines. The gas source is preferably an air pump 1402. The water-injecting rod 1401 injects water and gas into the cup, and stirring is achieved by mixing water and gas.

[0119] It is understood that in the above technical solution, the present invention injects water and gas into the cup through the water injection rod 1401, and achieves stirring through the mixing of water and gas. In other words, the stirring and water injection module 14 can both inject water and stir, which has the advantages of simple structure, small space occupation, and low cost. Moreover, the water injection rod 1401 has no stirring blades, and the contact area with the powder is small, which can reduce powder residue and reduce the risk of cross-contamination and bacterial growth.

[0120] Continue reading Figure 17 In one embodiment of the present invention, the water injection rod 1401 has a water injection cavity, and the lower end of the water injection rod 1401 is provided with a plurality of water injection ports that communicate with the water injection cavity and spray the medium in different directions. Specifically, the water injection ports are evenly distributed around the bottom of the water injection rod 1401, and the water injection ports are inclined so that the medium can be sprayed outward in a diffuse manner.

[0121] Continue reading Figure 17In one embodiment of the present invention, the stirring and water injection assembly further includes a water injection mounting base 1408, an outer cover 1403, a cleaning head 1407, a water injection connector 1404, and a cleaning connector 1405. The water injection mounting base 1408, the cleaning head 1407, and the outer cover 1403 are arranged vertically and connected by fasteners. The upper end of the cleaning head 1407 is provided with the water injection connector 1404 and the cleaning connector 1405, and the lower end of the cleaning head 1407 is provided with a water injection rod 1401. The water injection chamber of the water injection rod 1401 is connected to the water injection connector 1404, and the water injection connector 1404 is connected to an air source and a water source through a pipeline. The outer cover 1403 is fitted onto the water injection rod 1401. Its upper inner edge has an annular baffle structure 14031. A cleaning gap 1406 is formed between the baffle structure 14031 and the outer wall of the water injection rod 1401. The outer cover 1403 has an opening for water vapor to pass through. The cleaning connector 1405 is connected to a water source through a pipe. The cleaning head 1407 has a cleaning channel that communicates with the cleaning gap 1406 and the cleaning connector 1405. The cleaning connector 1405 is used to supply water to the cleaning gap 1406. The cleaning channel and the cleaning gap 1406 allow water to flow down around the outer wall of the water injection rod 1401 to clean the water injection rod 1401.

[0122] Continue reading Figure 18 In one embodiment of the present invention, the cleaning channel includes a first cleaning channel 14071, a second cleaning channel 14072, and a third cleaning channel 14073. The second cleaning channel 14072 and the third cleaning channel 14073 are groove structures disposed at the bottom of the cleaning head 1407. The second cleaning channel 14072 is an annular groove. There are several third cleaning channels 14073 arranged in a ring around the cleaning head 1407. The outer end of the third cleaning channel 14073 communicates with the second cleaning channel 14072, and the inner end communicates with the cleaning gap 1406. The bottom center of the cleaning head 1407 has a circular groove that communicates with both the third cleaning channel 14073 and the cleaning gap 1406. The first cleaning channel 14071 is disposed inside the cleaning head 1407, and its upper end communicates with the cleaning connector 1405, and its lower end communicates with the second cleaning channel 14072.

[0123] Water entering the cleaning connector 1405 flows through the first cleaning channel 14071 to the second cleaning channel 14072, and then through the second cleaning channel 14072 and the third cleaning channel 14073 to the cleaning gap 1406. Since the second cleaning channel 14072 is annular and the third cleaning channel 14073 is annularly distributed, the cleaning water will flow down the outer wall of the water injection rod 1401 in a ring shape.

[0124] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present invention, the stirring and water injection module 14 further includes an exhaust fan located at the upper end of the outer cover 1403, which is used to remove the water vapor rising from the outer cover 1403.

[0125] Continue reading Figure 15 and Figure 16 In one embodiment of the present invention, the stirring and water injection module 14 further includes a stirring and water injection lifting assembly, which is connected to the water injection mounting base 1408 and is used to drive the stirring and water injection assembly to rise and fall.

[0126] Specifically, the structure of the stirring and water-filling lifting assembly is a known technology, comprising a stirring and water-filling bracket 1409, a stirring and water-filling lifting motor 1410, a stirring and water-filling guide rod 1411, a stirring and water-filling pulley mechanism 1412, a stirring and water-filling lifting seat 1413, and a stirring and water-filling micro switch 1414. The stirring and water-filling lifting motor 1410, the stirring and water-filling guide rod 1411, the stirring and water-filling pulley mechanism 1412, and the stirring and water-filling micro switch 1414 are all mounted on the stirring and water-filling bracket 1409. The stirring and water-filling guide rod 1411... 411. The stirring and water-injecting pulley mechanism 1412 is vertically arranged. The stirring and water-injecting lifting motor 1410 is driven by the driving wheel of the stirring and water-injecting pulley mechanism 1412. The stirring and water-injecting lifting seat 1413 is slidably engaged with the stirring and water-injecting guide rod 1411. The belt of the stirring and water-injecting pulley mechanism 1412 is connected to the stirring and water-injecting lifting seat 1413. The stirring and water-injecting lifting seat 1413 is connected to the water-injection mounting seat 1408. The stirring and water-injecting micro switch 1414 is used to control the stroke of the stirring and water-injecting lifting seat 1413.

[0127] When the mixing and water-filling lifting assembly is working, the mixing and water-filling lifting motor 1410 drives the mixing and water-filling pulley mechanism 1412, which in turn drives the mixing and water-filling lifting seat 1413 to rise and fall. The mixing and water-filling lifting seat 1413 then drives the mixing and water-filling assembly to rise and fall. When the mixing and water-filling lifting seat 1413 reaches its maximum stroke, it triggers the mixing and water-filling microswitch 1414. The microswitch 1414 sends a signal to the control system, which then sends a command to the mixing and water-filling lifting motor 1410 to stop working, thereby stopping the mixing and water-filling lifting seat 1413.

[0128] It should be noted that the above-mentioned stirring and water injection lifting assembly can also adopt mechanisms such as nut and screw pairs, cylinders, electric cylinders, and hydraulic cylinders.

[0129] When the stirring and water-filling module 14 is working, the mobile platform module 4 of the intelligent vending machine moves the cup to below the water-filling rod 1401. Then, the stirring and water-filling lifting component moves the stirring and water-filling component downward, so that the water-filling rod 1401 extends into the cup. After that, water and air are simultaneously introduced into the water-filling connector 1404. Stirring is achieved through the mixing of water and air. After water filling and stirring are completed, the stirring and water-filling lifting component moves the stirring and water-filling component upward. Then, water is introduced into the cleaning connector 1405. This water flows into the cleaning gap 1406 through the cleaning channel and flows down along the outer wall of the water-filling rod 1401 to clean the water-filling rod 1401. The cleaning water flows into the beverage, without generating additional domestic sewage. It has the advantages of energy saving, environmental protection and no bacterial growth.

[0130] It should be noted that the mixing and water injection module 14 is also equipped with corresponding solenoid valves to control the water and air circuits. This is a well-known technology in pipeline systems and will not be elaborated upon.

[0131] The process of making instant coffee and other instant beverages according to the present invention is as follows: The mobile platform module 4 moves to the bottom of the cup and lid dropping module 1, the cup falls onto the mobile platform module 4, and then the mobile platform module 4 carries the cup to the powder box module 5 or the dispensing unit 103 to collect the powder, and then carries the cup to the bottom of the stirring and water-injecting module 14 to add water and stir. After that, the mobile platform module 4 carries the cup back to the bottom of the cup and lid dropping module 1 to drop and press the lid. Finally, the mobile platform module 4 carries the finished beverage to the dispensing area, and after the electric dispensing door module 10 opens, the consumer takes the beverage.

[0132] The process of making coffee according to this invention is as follows: The moving platform module 4 moves to the bottom of the cup and lid dropping module 1, the cup falls onto the moving platform module 4, and then the moving platform module 4 carries the cup to the bottom of the brewer module 6. After the grinding and feeding module 13 finishes grinding the beans, it conveys the powder to the brewer module 6. The brewer module 6 completes the coffee brewing and then pours the coffee into the cup. After that, the moving platform module 4 carries the cup back to the bottom of the cup and lid dropping module 1 to perform the lid dropping and pressing operation. Finally, the moving platform module 4 carries the finished beverage to the dispensing area. After the electric dispensing door module 10 opens, the consumer takes the beverage.

[0133] Furthermore, if ice is needed, the cup is moved to the ice maker module 8 via the moving platform module 4 to collect the ice. The invention also includes a water outlet connected to the refrigerator module 7, which stores cold drinks. When a cold drink is needed, the cup is moved to the water outlet via the moving platform module 4 to collect it.

[0134] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A smart beverage vending machine, comprising a machine body (3), an ice maker module (8), a cup and cover dropping module (1), a moving platform module (4), and a ingredient box module (5) are arranged in the machine body (3), characterized in that, The cup and cover falling module (1) comprises a cup and cover falling module and an extension and rotation assembly, the extension and rotation assembly comprises an extension unit (105), the extension unit (105) is slidably connected with the inside of the body (3), and the cup and cover falling module is rotationally installed with the extension unit (105), so that the cup and cover falling module can be extended and rotated from the body (3); The extension and rotation assembly further comprises a sliding unit and a supporting unit, the sliding unit comprises a sliding rail (106) and a sliding piece (107) slidably matched with the sliding rail (106), one of the sliding rail (106) and the sliding piece (107) is fixedly installed with the inside of the body (3), and the other is arranged on the extension unit (105); one end of the supporting unit (108) is rotationally connected with the extension unit (105), and the other end is connected with the cup and cover falling module; The body (3) is further provided with a heating module (2), the heating module (2) comprises a heating mounting rack (201), the heating mounting rack (201) is provided with a heating water tank (202), a water outlet pump (203), a heating unit, a second electromagnetic valve (204), a backflow pump (205) and a temperature sensor, the heating water tank (202), the water outlet pump (203), the hot water heater (208), the second electromagnetic valve (204) and the backflow pump (205) are sequentially connected through pipelines, the backflow pump (205) is connected with the heating water tank (202) through a pipeline, the second electromagnetic valve (204) is matchedly connected with a heating medium outlet (212), and the temperature sensor is used to detect the water outlet temperature of the heating medium outlet (212); The second electromagnetic valve (204) has a heating medium outlet state and a backflow state, when the second electromagnetic valve (204) is in the heating medium outlet state, the medium heated by the heating unit is discharged from the heating medium outlet (212) through the second electromagnetic valve (204), when the second electromagnetic valve (204) is in the backflow state, the medium heated by the heating unit is backflowed to the heating water tank (202) through the second electromagnetic valve (204) and the backflow pump (205); The heating unit comprises a hot water heater (208) and a steam heater (209), the heating mounting rack (201) is further provided with a first electromagnetic valve (210), the water outlet pump (203) is connected with the first electromagnetic valve (210) through a pipeline, the first electromagnetic valve (210) is respectively connected with the hot water heater (208) and the steam heater (209) through a pipeline, and the second electromagnetic valve (204) is respectively connected with the hot water heater (208) and the steam heater (209) through a pipeline; The first electromagnetic valve (210) has a first conduction state and a second conduction state, when the first electromagnetic valve (210) is in the first conduction state, it only supplies water for the hot water heater (208), and when the first electromagnetic valve (210) is in the second conduction state, it only supplies water for the steam heater (209); The heating rack (201) is further provided with a vapor-liquid separator (211) connected with the second electromagnetic valve (204), the reflux pump (205) and the heating medium outlet (212) through pipelines respectively, which is used to separate vapor and liquid, and the water vapor flows into the heating medium outlet (212) and the liquid is sent back to the heating water tank (202) by the reflux pump (205); The heating rack (201) is provided with a water outlet flow meter (213) used to detect the water outlet flow of the water outlet pump (203); The machine body (3) is provided with a stirring water injection module (14), which comprises a stirring water injection assembly, the stirring water injection assembly comprises a water injection rod (1401), the water injection rod (1401) is connected with the air source and the water source through pipelines respectively, the water injection rod (1401) injects water and gas into the cup, and stirring is realized by mixing water and gas; The lower end of the water injection rod (1401) is provided with a plurality of water injection ports for spraying medium in different directions; The stirring water injection assembly further comprises a water injection connector (1404) arranged on the water injection rod (1401), and the water injection connector (1404) is connected with the air source and the water source through pipelines; The stirring water injection assembly further comprises an outer cover (1403) and a cleaning connector (1405), the outer cover (1403) is sleeved on the water injection rod (1401), and a cleaning gap (1406) is formed between the outer cover (1403) and the outer wall of the water injection rod (1401), the cleaning connector (1405) is connected with the water source through a pipeline, and the cleaning gap (1406) is supplied with water to clean the water injection rod (1401); The stirring water injection assembly further comprises a cleaning head (1407) arranged at the upper end of the water injection rod (1401), the cleaning connector (1405) is arranged on the cleaning head (1407), the cleaning head (1407) has a cleaning channel communicated with the cleaning gap (1406) and the cleaning connector (1405), and the cleaning channel and the cleaning gap (1406) make water flow down around the outer wall of the water injection rod (1401); The stirring water injection module (14) further comprises a stirring water injection lifting assembly, which is used to drive the stirring water injection assembly to lift.

2. The intelligent beverage vending machine according to claim 1, wherein The ice maker module (8) comprises a cooperating connection of an ice making mechanism and an ice falling mechanism, the ice making mechanism comprises an ice making barrel (801), the ice falling mechanism comprises an ice falling channel assembly, a discharge port (8011) of the ice making barrel (801) is provided with a first material blocking assembly, the first material blocking assembly comprises a material blocking plate (802) for blocking the discharge port (8011), a swing arm (803) connected with the material blocking plate (802), and a material blocking reduction motor (804) for driving the swing arm (803) to rotate; the ice falling channel assembly is provided with a second material blocking assembly, the second material blocking assembly comprises a draw plate (805) and an electromagnetic telescopic lock (806), the draw plate (805) is used for blocking the ice falling channel, and the output end of the electromagnetic telescopic lock (806) is connected with the draw plate (805) to drive the draw plate (805) to move, so that the draw plate (805) is switched between the blocking state and the opening state.

3. The intelligent beverage vending machine of claim 2, wherein, The draw plate (805) is in sliding cooperation with the ice falling channel assembly, the draw plate (805) is arranged in an inclined manner, and an upper surface of the draw plate (805) is provided with an anti-sticking convex structure; The ice falling channel assembly comprises an upper ice falling channel (808) and a lower ice falling channel (809) arranged in a top-bottom manner, and the upper ice falling channel (808) and the lower ice falling channel (809) are respectively provided with the second material blocking assembly; the ice falling mechanism further comprises a weighing device (810) for weighing the weight of ice blocks in the upper ice falling channel (808); The ice making barrel (801) is externally sleeved with an annular side heat preservation layer assembly, the side heat preservation layer assembly comprises a plurality of annularly arranged side heat preservation layer units (811), and adjacent side heat preservation layer units (811) are buckled through concave-convex structures.

4. The intelligent beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein, A water bucket (9) is arranged on the machine body (3), a water taking pump (206) is further arranged on the heating mounting rack (201), the water taking pump (206) is connected with the heating water tank (202) through a pipeline, and the water taking pump (206) is used for pumping pure water in the water bucket (9) into the heating water tank (202); A water taking flow meter (207) is further arranged on the heating mounting rack (201), and the water taking flow meter (207) is used for detecting the water taking flow of the water taking pump (206).

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