Vending machine and control method thereof

Abstract

The invention provides a vending machine and a control method thereof, and relates to the technical field of vending machines and control methods thereof.The vending machine comprises a vending machine body and a mobile phone shell, a display screen is fixedly connected to the surface of the vending machine body, a goods outlet is formed in the surface of the vending machine body, and two storage racks are rotatably connected to the interior of the vending machine body; the two storage racks are each provided with 16 containing grooves, an electric box is installed in the vending machine body, and a printer is installed in the vending machine body. According to the vending machine, by arranging the storage rack, the printer and the mechanical arm, the form of purchased articles can be changed according to customer requirements, the playability of the vending machine main body is improved, meanwhile, the mechanical arm grabbing method effectively prevents the articles from being damaged after being purchased, 16 placing grooves are formed in the storage rack, stacking can be achieved, and the vending machine is convenient to use. The storage area of articles in the vending machine body is greatly increased, and compared with a traditional vending machine, the vending machine is more practical.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of vending machines and control methods thereof, and in particular to a vending machine and a control method thereof. Background Art

[0002] A vending machine, also known as an automatic vending machine, is an automated device that allows customers to select, pay for and obtain goods without human supervision. It is usually placed in public places such as shopping malls, airports, stations, schools, etc., providing 24-hour uninterrupted service, which greatly facilitates consumers' shopping needs. Vending machines can store a variety of goods, including beverages, snacks, daily necessities, etc., to meet the needs of different customers. It has a variety of payment methods, including cash, bank cards, mobile payments, etc., and is easy and fast to operate. With the development of technology, smart vending machines also have functions such as data analysis and inventory management, providing merchants with more accurate operational support.

[0003] In the prior art, when items are stored inside a vending machine, they are usually arranged in a row, and then the goods are pushed out from the arrangement rack through a driving device, so that the goods fall into the delivery port. After the goods fall, they will not be damaged by collision, and the form of the goods is relatively fixed and cannot be changed according to customer needs. Summary of the invention

[0004] The present invention provides a vending machine and a control method thereof to solve the problems raised by the above-mentioned background technology.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0006] An embodiment of the present invention provides a vending machine and a control method thereof, comprising: a vending machine body and a mobile phone case, wherein a display screen is fixedly connected to the surface of the vending machine body, a delivery port is installed on the surface of the vending machine body, two storage racks are rotatably connected to the inside of the vending machine body, and both storage racks are provided with 16 placement slots, an electric box is installed inside the vending machine body, a printer is installed inside the vending machine body, a transmission mechanism is provided inside the vending machine body, and the transmission mechanism comprises a column, the column is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the vending machine body, a motor is installed on the surface of the column, a moving rack is slidably connected to the surface of the column, a turntable is rotatably connected to the surface of the moving rack, and a mechanical arm is rotatably connected to the surface of the turntable.

[0007] Through the above technical solution, a variety of items are placed on the storage rack, such as clothes, commemorative coins, photo frames, perfumes, cigar boxes, photos, and mobile phone cases. The staff can import the photos into the vending machine through QR code recognition, and then select them to be printed on the items, which greatly increases the practicality and novelty of the vending machine.

[0008] Furthermore, the inner wall of the delivery port is in a large "V" shape.

[0009] Through the above technical solution, falling objects can be buffered and slowed down, reducing the damage to the objects.

[0010] Furthermore, four conversion wheels are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the vending machine body.

[0011] Through the above technical solution, the conversion wheel is provided with a support column. After the vending machine body is moved to the adaptation position through the conversion wheel, the conversion wheel can be adjusted so that the support column is supported on the ground, thereby improving the stability of the vending machine body.

[0012] According to the above-mentioned vending machine and control method thereof, it is characterized by comprising the following steps:

[0013] S1: The customer scans and transmits the purchase information into the interior of the vending machine. The storage rack rotates, and the top of the item purchased by the customer is rotated to face the robotic arm. The robotic arm grabs the item by driving the turntable and moving the mobile rack up and down, and then places the item on the surface of the printer. The customer can input photos from the mobile phone, so that the photos are printed on the surface of the item. The robotic arm then grabs the item and discharges it at the delivery port.

[0014] The above solution of the present invention includes at least the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. The present invention, by providing a storage rack, a printer and a mechanical arm, can change the form of purchasing items according to customer needs, thereby increasing the playability of the vending machine body. At the same time, the method of grabbing by the mechanical arm effectively prevents the items from being damaged after purchase. The storage rack has 16 placement slots that can be stacked, greatly increasing the storage area for items inside the vending machine body, which is more practical than traditional vending machines. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 The present invention Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the internal structure;

[0018] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of the transmission structure in the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 The present invention Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the local structure.

[0020] Description of reference numerals:

[0021] 1. Vending machine body; 2. Display screen; 3. Shipping port; 4. Conversion wheel; 5. Storage rack; 6. Transmission mechanism; 61. Column; 62. Motor; 63. Moving rack; 64. Turntable; 65. Robotic arm; 66. Mobile phone case; 7. Electric box; 8. Printer. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although the exemplary embodiments of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited by the embodiments set forth herein. On the contrary, these embodiments are provided in order to enable a more thorough understanding of the present invention and to enable the scope of the present invention to be fully communicated to those skilled in the art.

[0023] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a vending machine and a control method thereof, including a vending machine body 1 and a mobile phone case 66, a display screen 2 is fixedly connected to the surface of the vending machine body 1, a delivery port 3 is installed on the surface of the vending machine body 1, two storage racks 5 are rotatably connected inside the vending machine body 1, and the two storage racks 5 are provided with 16 placement slots, an electric box 7 is installed inside the vending machine body 1, a printer 8 is installed inside the vending machine body 1, a transmission mechanism 6 is provided inside the vending machine body 1, and the transmission mechanism 6 includes a column 61, the column 61 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the vending machine body 1, a motor 62 is installed on the surface of the column 61, a mobile rack 63 is slidably connected to the surface of the column 61, and a turntable 64 is rotatably connected to the surface of the mobile rack 63. The surface of 64 is rotatably connected to a mechanical arm 65. A variety of items are placed on the storage rack 5, such as clothes, commemorative coins, photo frames, perfumes, cigar boxes, photos and mobile phone cases 66. The staff can import photos into the vending machine through QR code recognition, and then select and print them on the items, which greatly increases the practicality and novelty of the vending machine body 1. The inner wall of the delivery port 3 is in a large "V" shape, which can buffer and slow down the fallen items to reduce the damage to the items. The lower surface of the vending machine body 1 is fixedly connected to four conversion wheels 4, and the conversion wheel 4 has a pillar. After the vending machine body 1 is moved to the adaptation position through the conversion wheel 4, the conversion wheel 4 can be adjusted to support the column 61 on the ground, thereby improving the stability of the vending machine body 1.

[0024] In the embodiment of the present invention (working principle), the customer scans the QR code on the vending machine body 1 or selects items through the surface display screen 2, and can select his favorite photos on the mobile phone. After confirmation, the storage rack 5 will rotate, and the slot for placing the items purchased by the customer will face the robotic arm 65. The robotic arm 65 moves and adjusts up and down through the cooperation of the moving rack 63 and the turntable 64, and can grab the purchased items, and further place the items on the printer 8. The printer 8 can print the photos selected by the customer on the surface of the items. After that, the robotic arm 65 grabs the printed items and can place the items on the surface of the delivery port 3. The robotic arm 65 is released, and the items slide out along the large "V"-shaped exit on the surface of the delivery port 3, and the customer takes out the items to complete the transaction.

[0025] The above is a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principles of the present invention. These improvements and modifications should also be regarded as the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vending machine, characterized in that: include: A vending machine body (1) and a mobile phone case (66), wherein a display screen (2) is fixedly connected to the surface of the vending machine body (1), a delivery port (3) is installed on the surface of the vending machine body (1), two storage racks (5) are rotatably connected inside the vending machine body (1), and the two storage racks (5) are each provided with 16 placement slots, an electric box (7) is installed inside the vending machine body (1), a printer (8) is installed inside the vending machine body (1), a transmission mechanism (6) is provided inside the vending machine body (1), and the transmission mechanism (6) comprises a column (61), the column (61) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the vending machine body (1), a motor (62) is installed on the surface of the column (61), a moving rack (63) is slidably connected to the surface of the column (61), a turntable (64) is rotatably connected to the surface of the moving rack (63), and a mechanical arm (65) is rotatably connected to the surface of the turntable (64).

2. A vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the delivery port (3) is in a large "V" shape.

3. A vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: Four conversion wheels (4) are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the vending machine body (1).

4. A vending machine and a control method thereof according to claims 1-3, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1: The customer scans and transmits the purchase information into the interior of the vending machine body (1), the storage rack (5) rotates, and the upper surface of the product purchased by the customer is rotated to a position facing the mechanical arm (65). The mechanical arm (65) grabs the product by driving the turntable (64) and moving the movable rack (63) up and down, and further places the product on the surface of the printer (8). The customer can input photos in the mobile phone, so that the photos are printed on the surface of the product, and then the mechanical arm (65) grabs the product to the delivery port (3) to discharge the material.

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