Automatic medicine distribution device

Abstract

The invention provides an automatic medicine distribution device which comprises a control module used for receiving a preorder signal and controlling a dispensing module, a subpackaging and packaging module and a medicine box conveying module. The medicine box storage module is used for storing medicine boxes without containing medicine; the dispensing module is used for receiving a signal of the control module, accurately identifying and grabbing various different medicines and putting the medicines into the subpackaging and packaging module in sequence; the sub-packaging module is used for sub-packaging the medicines fed by the dispensing module to corresponding positions of a medicine box according to a set sequence; the packaging module is used for packaging after subpackaging is completed, and information and a two-dimensional code are printed on the surface of the packaged medicine box; and the medicine box conveying module is used for moving and conveying the medicine boxes among the modules. The device can improve the prescription processing speed and the dispensing accuracy, and reduce the medicine waste and the average medicine taking waiting time of the patient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of storage device technology, and more specifically to an automated drug dispensing device. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous rise in the prevalence of chronic diseases and the accelerating aging of the population, chronic disease management has become a significant challenge for the healthcare system. Traditional pharmacy dispensing models face increasingly severe tests in terms of efficiency, accuracy, and personalized service when dealing with the long-term, regular medication needs of chronic diseases.

[0003] Currently, most medical institutions still rely primarily on manual dispensing: pharmacists manually search for, select, and simply repackage medications according to prescriptions. This process has significant problems. First, it is inefficient, as manual operation is time-consuming, leading to long queues for patients during peak hours. Second, it is prone to errors; when handling similar-looking or similar-named medications, misdispensing and omissions are frequent, threatening medication safety. Third, it results in significant waste; traditional dispensing is done in "boxes" or "bottles," often leading to substantial waste when patients with chronic diseases need dosage adjustments. Furthermore, patient medication adherence is poor; complex medication regimens and frequent medication refill procedures make it difficult for most patients to maintain standardized treatment.

[0004] In recent years, with advancements in automation technology, some large hospitals and inpatient pharmacies have introduced automated dispensing equipment, such as automated drug packaging machines and smart medicine cabinets, to mechanize certain processes. Packaging machines can package oral solid medications into individual bags according to time and dosage, improving medication safety for hospitalized patients; smart medicine cabinets simplify pharmacists' storage and retrieval processes through information-based drug inventory management. However, existing equipment still has significant limitations: limited functionality and low integration: it focuses primarily on single dispensing steps, such as packaging and storage, lacking the ability to integrate the entire process from prescription receipt to drug delivery, and is not deeply integrated with hospital electronic prescription systems, regional medical insurance settlement platforms, and patient health management systems, often remaining as information silos; furthermore, its application scenarios are limited, concentrated in inpatient pharmacies or large tertiary hospitals, with low outpatient adoption rates, especially in primary healthcare institutions that handle a large number of chronic disease cases; and it is difficult to meet the needs of chronic diseases, not supporting precise management models such as "dispensing by dosage and settling by pill," with dispensing logic based on inpatient treatment courses rather than long-term continuous services in communities and homes, and lacking support for innovative services such as remote prescription review and home delivery of medications. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention proposes an automated drug dispensing device that can improve prescription processing speed, dispensing accuracy, reduce drug waste, and decrease the average waiting time for patients to pick up their medication.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an automated drug dispensing device, comprising:

[0007] Control module: Used to receive preceding signals and control the dispensing module, packaging module, and medicine box delivery module;

[0008] Medicine box storage module: Used to store medicine boxes that are not filled with medicine;

[0009] Dispensing module: Used to receive signals from the control module, accurately identify and grab various different medicines, and dispense them sequentially into the packaging module;

[0010] Dispensing module: Used to dispense the medicines from the dispensing module into the corresponding positions in the medicine box in a pre-set order;

[0011] Packaging module: Used for packaging after dispensing, printing information and QR codes on the surface of the packaged medicine box;

[0012] Medicine box delivery module: used to move and transfer medicine boxes between modules.

[0013] Furthermore, the medicine box storage module includes a medicine box storage support frame, on which a medicine box storage rack is provided. The medicine box storage rack is adapted to the shape of the medicine box. The medicine box storage rack includes several longitudinally arranged medicine box storage support rods, and medicine box ejection mechanisms are provided on both sides of the bottom of the medicine box storage rack.

[0014] Furthermore, the medicine box ejection mechanism includes a medicine box ejection motor with its output shaft arranged downwards. The output end of the medicine box ejection motor is connected to a medicine box ejection disc. The outer periphery of the medicine box ejection disc is provided with a medicine box guide groove with a helical post, and the medicine box guide groove is adapted to the edge of the medicine box.

[0015] Furthermore, the drug delivery mechanism includes a first drug box transport rail located at the bottom of the drug box storage support frame. The first drug box transport rail extends horizontally to below the dispensing module and the packaging module. A first drug box support platform is provided on the first drug box transport rail. The first drug box support platform can move along the first drug box transport rail. A first drug box lifting push rod is provided on the first drug box support platform. A first drug box support plate for supporting the drug box is provided on the first drug box lifting cylinder. A first drug box pushing cylinder for pushing up the drug box is also provided on the first drug box support platform. The piston rod of the first drug box pushing cylinder can pass through the first drug box support plate.

[0016] Furthermore, the dispensing module includes a dispensing support frame, on which a dispensing box is mounted, and inside the dispensing box is a dispensing execution mechanism. The dispensing execution mechanism includes a dispensing tray assembly, a stepper drive assembly, an electric push rod, and a feeding guide tube.

[0017] Furthermore, the dispensing module includes a medicine box positioning bracket set at the bottom of the dispensing support frame. The medicine box positioning bracket is provided with a pair of longitudinal positioning transmission rails perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail. A transverse positioning transmission rail is provided between the two longitudinal positioning transmission rails. The transverse positioning transmission rail is slidably connected to the longitudinal positioning transmission rail. A positioning plate is slidably connected to the transverse positioning transmission rail. The positioning plate is provided with several medicine dispensing holes and a slot adapted to the medicine box.

[0018] Furthermore, the packaging module includes a packaging support frame, and a first medicine box gripping mechanism is provided below the packaging support frame. The first medicine box gripping mechanism includes a first gripping guide rail perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission guide rail. A first gripping cylinder is slidably connected to the first gripping guide rail. The first gripping cylinder is arranged in a vertical direction. A first gripping claw is provided at the end of the piston rod of the first gripping cylinder. The first gripping claw is used to grip or release the medicine box. A medicine box placement plate is provided below the packaging support frame, and a medicine box lifting mechanism is provided above the packaging support frame to lift the medicine box from below the packaging support frame to above the packaging support frame.

[0019] Furthermore, the medicine box lifting mechanism includes a longitudinal lifting and transmission rail disposed above the packaging support frame. The longitudinal lifting rail is perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail. A transverse lifting bracket is slidably connected to the longitudinal lifting rail. A transverse lifting rail is disposed on the transverse lifting bracket and is perpendicular to the longitudinal lifting rail. A vertical lifting bracket is slidably connected to the transverse lifting rail. The vertical lifting bracket is disposed in the vertical direction and is disposed on the vertical lifting rail. A medicine box lifting gripper is slidably connected to the vertical lifting rail. The medicine box lifting gripper is used to grasp or release the medicine box.

[0020] Furthermore, the medicine box conveying module also includes a second medicine box conveying rail disposed above the packaging support frame. The direction of the second medicine box conveying rail is consistent with that of the first medicine box conveying rail. The second medicine box conveying rail is provided with a medicine box conveying slider that slides along it. The packaging module also includes a packaging machine, a coding machine, and a labeling machine disposed above the packaging support frame and arranged sequentially along the second medicine box conveying rail.

[0021] Furthermore, the packaging support frame is provided with a second pillbox gripping mechanism located outside the end of the second pillbox transport guide rail. The second pillbox gripping mechanism includes a second transverse gripping guide rail perpendicular to the second pillbox transport guide rail. A second gripping plate is slidably connected to the second transverse gripping guide rail. A second vertical gripping guide rail is provided on the second gripping plate. The second vertical gripping guide rail is arranged in a vertical direction. A second gripping claw is provided on the second vertical gripping guide rail. The second gripping claw is used to grip or release the pillbox. The packaging support frame is provided with a pillbox temporary storage bracket and a sliding plate located next to the end of the second pillbox transport guide rail. The sliding plate has a sloping structure and the lower end faces outward of the device.

[0022] This invention provides an automated drug dispensing device that overcomes the problems of existing drug dispensing equipment, such as limited functionality, low integration, and inability to support precise dispensing and per-pill settlement. It provides a device that integrates prescription receiving, intelligent prescription review, automatic drug dispensing, single-dose dispensing, information printing, and delivery management, enabling full-process automation, precision, and traceability management of chronic disease drugs. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The invention will now be further described and explained with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automated drug dispensing device according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automated drug dispensing device after removing part of the cover plate.

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 The enlarged view at point A in the middle is used to illustrate the structure of the sub-assembly module.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram illustrating the medicine box storage module.

[0028] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram illustrating the first medicine box grasping mechanism.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram illustrating the lifting mechanism of the medicine box.

[0030] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram used to illustrate the encapsulation module.

[0031] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram illustrating the second medicine box grasping mechanism.

[0032] Reference numerals: 1. Medicine box storage module; 11. Medicine box storage support frame; 12. Medicine box storage rack; 13. Medicine box ejection motor; 14. Medicine box ejection tray; 2. Dispensing module; 21. Dispensing support frame; 22. Dispensing box; 23. Dispensing tray assembly; 24. Stepper drive assembly; 25. Feeding guide tube; 3. Packaging module; 31. Medicine box positioning bracket; 32. Longitudinal positioning transmission rail; 33. Lateral positioning transmission rail; 34. Positioning plate; 4. Packaging module; 41. Packaging support frame; 42. Packaging machine; 43. Inkjet printer; 44. Labeling machine; 51. First medicine box transmission rail; 52. First medicine box carrier platform; 53. First 54. First medicine box lifting push rod; 55. First medicine box carrying plate; 56. First medicine box pushing cylinder; 57. First gripping guide rail; 58. First gripping cylinder; 59. First gripping claw; 60. Medicine box temporary placement plate; 61. Longitudinal lifting transmission guide rail; 62. Lateral lifting bracket; 63. Lateral lifting guide rail; 64. Vertical lifting bracket; 65. Vertical lifting guide rail; 66. Medicine box lifting claw; 71. Second medicine box transmission guide rail; 72. Medicine box transmission slider; 73. Second lateral gripping guide rail; 74. Second gripping plate; 75. Second vertical gripping guide rail; 76. Second gripping claw; 77. Medicine box temporary storage bracket; 78. Sliding plate; 8. Medicine box. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solution of the present invention will be more clearly and completely explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through the description of preferred embodiments of the present invention.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a preferred embodiment of the present invention provides an automated drug dispensing device, comprising:

[0035] Control module: Used to receive preceding signals and control dispensing module 2, packaging module 4 and medicine box delivery module;

[0036] Medicine box storage module 1: Medicine box 8 used to store medicine boxes that are not filled with medicine;

[0037] Dispensing module 2: Used to receive signals from the control module, accurately identify and grab various different medicines, and sequentially dispense them into the packaging module 4;

[0038] Dispensing module 3: Used to dispense the medicines dispensed by dispensing module 2 into the corresponding positions of medicine box 8 in a pre-set order;

[0039] Packaging module 4: Used for packaging after dispensing, printing information and QR codes on the surface of the packaged medicine box 8;

[0040] Medicine box delivery module: used to move and transfer medicine boxes 8 between various modules.

[0041] The following is a detailed description of each module.

[0042] The control module includes a prescription receiving and review module. It connects to the regional medical information platform via a cloud API, receiving standardized electronic prescriptions in real time and deeply integrating a rational drug use knowledge base and a clinical decision support system (CDSS). After prescription receipt, it sequentially completes format compliance checks, drug interaction analysis, and personalized dosage rationality assessment (considering patient age, weight, and liver and kidney function). Deep learning natural language processing technology is used to parse medical orders, achieving a review accuracy rate of 99.2%. The control system and data platform adopt an industrial-grade PLC + cloud server architecture. The PLC is responsible for real-time control and unit collaboration of underlying equipment, while the cloud server processes data and business logic. It connects to the hospital's HIS system, regional medical insurance platform, and family doctor system via an HL7 FHIR interface, supporting seamless data flow; it has data analysis capabilities, automatically generating reports on drug consumption, prescription quality, and patient compliance assessment, providing data-driven decision support.

[0043] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the medicine box storage module 1 includes a medicine box storage support frame 11, on which a medicine box storage rack 12 is provided. The medicine box storage rack 12 is adapted to the shape of the medicine box and includes several longitudinally arranged medicine box storage support rods. Medicine box ejection mechanisms are provided on both sides of the bottom of the medicine box storage rack 12. The medicine box ejection mechanism includes a medicine box ejection motor 13 with its output shaft arranged downward. The output end of the medicine box ejection motor 13 is connected to a medicine box ejection disc 14. The outer periphery of the medicine box ejection disc 14 is provided with a medicine box guide groove with a helical post, which is adapted to the edge of the medicine box.

[0044] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the drug delivery mechanism includes a first drug box transport guide rail 51 located at the bottom of the drug box storage support frame 11. The first drug box transport guide rail 51 extends horizontally to below the dispensing module 2 and the packaging module 4. A first drug box support platform 52 is provided on the first drug box transport guide rail 51. The first drug box support platform 52 can move along the first drug box transport guide rail 51. A first drug box lifting push rod 53 is provided on the first drug box support platform 52. A first drug box support plate 54 for supporting the drug box is provided on the first drug box lifting cylinder. A first drug box pushing cylinder 55 for pushing up the drug box is also provided on the first drug box support platform 52. The piston rod of the first drug box pushing cylinder 55 can pass through the first drug box support plate 54.

[0045] like Figure 3 As shown, the dispensing module 2 includes a dispensing support frame 21, a dispensing box 22 is provided on the dispensing support frame 21, and a dispensing execution mechanism is provided inside the dispensing box 22. The dispensing execution mechanism includes a dispensing tray assembly 23, a stepper drive assembly 24, an electric push rod and a feeding guide tube 25.

[0046] like Figure 3 As shown, the dispensing module 3 includes a medicine box positioning bracket 31 set at the bottom of the dispensing support frame 21. The medicine box positioning bracket 31 is provided with a pair of longitudinal positioning transmission rails 32 perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail 51. A transverse positioning transmission rail 33 is provided between the two longitudinal positioning transmission rails 32. The transverse positioning transmission rail 33 is slidably connected to the longitudinal positioning transmission rails 32. A positioning plate 34 is slidably connected to the transverse positioning transmission rail 33. The positioning plate 34 is provided with a plurality of medicine dispensing holes and a slot adapted to the medicine box 8.

[0047] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the packaging module 4 includes a packaging support frame 41. A first medicine box gripping mechanism is provided below the packaging support frame 41. The first medicine box gripping mechanism includes a first gripping guide rail 56 perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission guide rail 51. A first gripping cylinder 57 is slidably connected to the first gripping guide rail 56. The first gripping cylinder 57 is arranged in a vertical direction. A first gripping claw 58 is provided at the end of the piston rod of the first gripping cylinder 57. The first gripping claw 58 is used to grip or release the medicine box 8. A medicine box placement plate 59 is provided below the packaging support frame 41. A medicine box lifting mechanism is provided above the packaging support frame 41 to lift the medicine box 8 from below the packaging support frame 41 to above the packaging support frame 41.

[0048] like Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the medicine box lifting mechanism includes a longitudinal lifting and transmission rail 61 disposed above the packaging support frame 41. The longitudinal lifting rail is perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail 51. A transverse lifting bracket 62 is slidably connected to the longitudinal lifting rail. A transverse lifting rail 63 is disposed on the transverse lifting bracket 62. The transverse lifting rail 63 is perpendicular to the longitudinal lifting rail. A vertical lifting bracket 64 is slidably connected to the transverse lifting rail 63. The vertical lifting bracket 64 is disposed in the vertical direction. A vertical lifting rail 65 is disposed on the vertical lifting bracket 64. A medicine box lifting gripper 66 is slidably connected to the vertical lifting rail 65. The medicine box lifting gripper 66 is used to grasp or release the medicine box.

[0049] like Figure 7 As shown, the medicine box conveying module also includes a second medicine box conveying rail 71 disposed above the packaging support frame 41. The direction of the second medicine box conveying rail 71 is consistent with that of the first medicine box conveying rail 51. The second medicine box conveying rail 71 is provided with a medicine box conveying slider 72 that slides along it. The packaging module 4 also includes a packaging machine 42, a coding machine 43 and a labeling machine 44 disposed above the packaging support frame 41 and arranged sequentially along the second medicine box conveying rail 71.

[0050] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the packaging support frame 41 is provided with a second medicine box gripping mechanism located outside the end of the second medicine box transport guide rail 71. The second medicine box gripping mechanism includes a second transverse gripping guide rail 73 perpendicular to the second medicine box transport guide rail 71. A second gripping plate 74 is slidably connected to the second transverse gripping guide rail 73. A second vertical gripping guide rail 75 is provided on the second gripping plate 74. The second vertical gripping guide rail 75 is arranged in a vertical direction. A second gripping claw 76 is provided on the second vertical gripping guide rail 75. The second gripping claw 76 is used to grip or release the medicine box 8. The packaging support frame 41 is provided with a medicine box temporary storage bracket 77 and a slide plate 78 located next to the end of the second medicine box transport guide rail 71. The slide plate 78 has a sloping structure and the lower end faces outward of the device.

[0051] Specific implementation process:

[0052] During the prescription receiving phase, upon receiving an electronic prescription, the system first performs format verification and digital signature verification to ensure the legality and integrity of the prescription's source. Prescriptions that pass verification then enter the intelligent parsing process, accurately parsing the physician's free-text medical orders and identifying key information such as drug name, specifications, dosage, and frequency of administration.

[0053] During the drug dispensing stage, the system accurately retrieves drugs from the drug database based on prescription information. The visual positioning system performs multiple verifications on the drugs: the first identification confirms that the appearance of the drug is consistent with the prescription, the second verification checks the drug batch number and expiration date, and the third verification ensures the integrity of the packaging.

[0054] During the dispensing and printing stages, after the medication enters the dispensing station, it is precisely dispensed according to the principle of "one package per dose." Each individual package uses a three-layer composite structure: an inner drug contact layer (PE material), a middle barrier layer (aluminum foil material), and an outer information layer (thermal-sensitive material). After dispensing, the system prints the patient's name, medication name, dosage instructions, and a QR code on the cover of the medicine box 8. The QR code uses the DM code system, with a storage capacity of 2KB, containing complete prescription information, drug batch number, expiration date, and other traceability data. Using thermal transfer technology, patient information, medication instructions, and a QR code are printed on the surface of the medicine box 8; it includes pictographic medication illustrations (sun and moon to indicate medication time). Patients can scan the code to access medication guidance videos, drug instructions, and other multimedia materials, realizing the visual transmission of medication knowledge.

[0055] During the temporary storage and delivery phase, the repackaged medicine boxes 8 enter the temporary storage area. The system automatically allocates storage space based on delivery time requirements and interfaces with the logistics system via API. After a delivery task is generated, the system optimizes the delivery route using intelligent algorithms, taking into account factors such as traffic conditions, delivery personnel location, and patient preferences, and pushes pickup information to the delivery personnel in real time. Simultaneously, the system sends a medication pickup notification to the patient, including the estimated delivery time and medication tracking link.

[0056] The above-described specific embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Various modifications, substitutions, and improvements made by those skilled in the art to the technical solutions of the present invention based on the provided textual description and drawings, without departing from the design concept and spirit of the present invention, should all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is determined by the claims.

Claims

1. An automated drug dispensing device, characterized in that, include: Control module: Used to receive preceding signals and control the dispensing module, packaging module, and medicine box delivery module; Medicine box storage module: Used to store medicine boxes that are not filled with medicine; Dispensing module: Used to receive signals from the control module, accurately identify and grab various different medicines, and dispense them sequentially into the packaging module; Dispensing module: Used to dispense the medicines from the dispensing module into the corresponding positions in the medicine box in a pre-set order; Packaging module: Used for packaging after dispensing, printing information and QR codes on the surface of the packaged medicine box; Medicine box delivery module: used to move and transfer medicine boxes between modules.

2. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The medicine box storage module includes a medicine box storage support frame, on which a medicine box storage rack is provided. The medicine box storage rack is adapted to the shape of the medicine box. The medicine box storage rack includes several longitudinally arranged medicine box storage support rods. Medicine box ejection mechanisms are provided on both sides of the bottom of the medicine box storage rack.

3. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The medicine box ejection mechanism includes a medicine box ejection motor with its output axis pointing downwards. The output end of the medicine box ejection motor is connected to a medicine box ejection disc. The outer periphery of the medicine box ejection disc is provided with a medicine box guide groove with a helical post, and the medicine box guide groove is adapted to the edge of the medicine box.

4. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The drug delivery mechanism includes a first drug box transport rail located at the bottom of the drug box storage support frame. The first drug box transport rail extends horizontally to below the dispensing module and the packaging module. A first drug box support platform is provided on the first drug box transport rail. The first drug box support platform can move along the first drug box transport rail. A first drug box lifting push rod is provided on the first drug box support platform. A first drug box support plate for supporting the drug box is provided on the first drug box lifting cylinder. A first drug box pushing cylinder for pushing up the drug box is also provided on the first drug box support platform. The piston rod of the first drug box pushing cylinder can pass through the first drug box support plate.

5. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The dispensing module includes a dispensing support frame, on which a dispensing box is provided. The dispensing box contains a dispensing execution mechanism, which includes a dispensing tray assembly, a stepper drive assembly, an electric push rod, and a feeding guide tube.

6. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The dispensing module includes a medicine box positioning bracket set at the bottom of the dispensing support frame. The medicine box positioning bracket is provided with a pair of longitudinal positioning transmission rails perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail. A transverse positioning transmission rail is provided between the two longitudinal positioning transmission rails. The transverse positioning transmission rail is slidably connected to the longitudinal positioning transmission rail. A positioning plate is slidably connected to the transverse positioning transmission rail. The positioning plate is provided with a plurality of dispensing holes and a slot adapted to the medicine box.

7. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The packaging module includes a packaging support frame. A first medicine box gripping mechanism is provided below the packaging support frame. The first medicine box gripping mechanism includes a first gripping guide rail perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission guide rail. A first gripping cylinder is slidably connected to the first gripping guide rail. The first gripping cylinder is arranged in a vertical direction. A first gripping claw is provided at the end of the piston rod of the first gripping cylinder. The first gripping claw is used to grip or release the medicine box. A medicine box placement plate is provided below the packaging support frame. A medicine box lifting mechanism is provided above the packaging support frame to lift the medicine box from below the packaging support frame to above the packaging support frame.

8. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The medicine box lifting mechanism includes a longitudinal lifting and transmission rail disposed above the packaging support frame. The longitudinal lifting rail is perpendicular to the first medicine box transmission rail. A transverse lifting bracket is slidably connected to the longitudinal lifting rail. A transverse lifting rail is provided on the transverse lifting bracket. The transverse lifting rail is perpendicular to the longitudinal lifting rail. A vertical lifting bracket is slidably connected to the transverse lifting rail. The vertical lifting bracket is arranged in a vertical direction. A vertical lifting rail is provided on the vertical lifting bracket. A medicine box lifting gripper is slidably connected to the vertical lifting rail. The medicine box lifting gripper is used to grasp or release the medicine box.

9. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The medicine box conveying module also includes a second medicine box conveying guide rail disposed above the packaging support frame. The direction of the second medicine box conveying guide rail is consistent with that of the first medicine box conveying guide rail. The second medicine box conveying guide rail is provided with a medicine box conveying slider that slides along it. The packaging module also includes a packaging machine, a coding machine, and a labeling machine disposed above the packaging support frame and arranged sequentially along the second medicine box conveying guide rail.

10. The automated drug dispensing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The packaging support frame is provided with a second medicine box gripping mechanism located outside the end of the second medicine box transport guide rail. The second medicine box gripping mechanism includes a second transverse gripping guide rail perpendicular to the second medicine box transport guide rail. A second gripping plate is slidably connected to the second transverse gripping guide rail. A second vertical gripping guide rail is provided on the second gripping plate. The second vertical gripping guide rail is arranged in a vertical direction. A second gripping claw is provided on the second vertical gripping guide rail. The second gripping claw is used to grip or release the medicine box. The packaging support frame is provided with a medicine box temporary storage bracket and a slide plate located next to the end of the second medicine box transport guide rail. The slide plate has a sloping structure and the lower end faces outward of the device.

Images