Payment equipment and intelligent vending cabinet

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides payment equipment and an intelligent vending cabinet. The payment device is used for being installed on a door of the intelligent container and comprises a shell, a display screen and an NFC module. The shell comprises a main body part extending in the vertical direction, an inclined part extending from the main body part and a cover plate part arranged on the inclined part. The inclined part inclines in the direction away from the door of the intelligent container relative to the main body part. The display screen is arranged on the main body part. The NFC module is located in the space defined by the cover plate part and used for being close to the electronic device to conduct identity recognition so as to unlock the door lock of the intelligent container, compared with code scanning and face scanning, more convenience and rapidness are achieved, and the shopping experience of consumers is improved. Through the arrangement of the inclined part, the NFC module is obliquely arranged relative to the vertical direction, so that a consumer can be attached to the NFC module when holding the electronic equipment, the operation is convenient, the identification efficiency can be improved, and the use experience of the consumer is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of electronic payment technology, and in particular to a payment device and a smart vending machine. Background Art

[0002] At present, the vending machines on the market are mainly divided into two categories. One is the traditional mechanical delivery vending machine, that is, the consumer selects the goods on the selection interface associated with the vending machine, pays the corresponding electronic currency or cash, and the vending machine management system directs the mechanical structure corresponding to the goods to ship, pushes the goods to the pickup port, and the consumer takes them out by himself. The other is the smart vending machine, the general steps are: the consumer scans the code or scans the face to enter the system, the identity brought by the consumer by scanning the code or scanning the face is confirmed by the system, and the system opens the electric lock of the cabinet. The consumer opens the door, selects the product he wants, and then closes the door. The system counts and identifies the type and quantity of goods taken by the consumer, and deducts the money through the consumer's password-free payment account. The existing payment method and door lock unlocking method of the smart vending machine are only face scanning or code scanning. Since the operation of scanning the code or scanning the face is cumbersome, it affects the shopping experience of consumers. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application provides a payment device and a smart vending machine that are convenient and quick to use.

[0004] An embodiment of the present application provides a payment device for installation on the door of a smart container, the payment device comprising: a shell, a display screen and an NFC module, the shell comprising a main body extending in a vertical direction, an inclined portion extending from the main body and a cover portion arranged on the inclined portion, the inclined portion is inclined relative to the main body toward a direction away from the door of the smart container, the display screen is arranged on the main body, and the NFC module is located in a space enclosed by the cover portion, and is used to be close to an electronic device for identity recognition to unlock the door lock of the smart container.

[0005] Furthermore, the payment device includes a first indicator light arranged on the inclined portion, and the light emitted by the first indicator light is circular.

[0006] Furthermore, the first indicator light is located in a space surrounded by the inclined portion, and the housing is provided with a first light-transmitting portion for allowing light emitted by the first indicator light to pass through.

[0007] Furthermore, when the payment device is used, the first indicator light is a breathing light; or,

[0008] The light emitted by the first indicator light gradually decreases or gradually increases.

[0009] Further, the diameter of the cover plate portion is smaller than the width of the inclined portion; and / or,

[0010] The diameter of the cover plate portion is smaller than the length of the inclined portion.

[0011] Furthermore, the angle between the inclined portion and the main body is an obtuse angle.

[0012] Furthermore, the payment device includes a second indicator light, the light emitted by the second indicator light is ring-shaped and surrounds the NFC module, and the cover portion is provided with a second light-transmitting portion for allowing the light emitted by the second indicator light to pass through.

[0013] Furthermore, the payment device includes a scanning component disposed on the main body, and the display screen is located between the scanning component and the NFC module.

[0014] Furthermore, a textured area is provided on the shell, circuit board textures are provided in the textured area, and the scanning component is located in the textured area.

[0015] The embodiment of the present application also provides a smart vending machine, including a box body, a door rotatably connected to the box body, a door lock for locking the door, and the above-mentioned payment device. When the NFC module and the electronic device are close, the door lock can be unlocked.

[0016] The payment device of the implementation mode of the present application includes an NFC module, which is used to bring the electronic device close to it for identity recognition to unlock the door lock of the smart container. The electronic device can be identified by bringing it close to the NFC module, which is more convenient and quicker than scanning a code or scanning a face, thereby improving the shopping experience of consumers. The setting of the inclined portion makes the NFC module inclined relative to the vertical direction, so that the consumer can hold the electronic device close to the NFC module, which is not only convenient for operation, but also can improve the recognition efficiency and enhance the consumer's usage experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a smart container according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0018] Figure 2 Shows Figure 1 A perspective view of a payment device of the smart container shown;

[0019] Figure 3 Shows Figure 2 a front view of the payment device shown;

[0020] Figure 4 Shows Figure 2 a side view of the payment device shown;

[0021] Figure 5 Shows Figure 2 An exploded view of the payment device is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Here, the technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementation methods") of the present application will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0023] If there are terms involving directional indications or positional relationships in the embodiments of the present application (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationship, movement, etc. between the components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings); if the specific posture changes, the directional indication or positional relationship will also change accordingly. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" in the embodiments of the present application are only used for the purpose of convenience of description and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] The user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, stored data, displayed data, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of relevant data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and standards of relevant countries and regions, and provide corresponding operation entrances for users to choose to authorize or refuse.

[0025] Ginseng Figure 1 In some embodiments, the smart vending machine 200 of the embodiment of the present application includes a box body 201, a door 202 rotatably connected to the box body 201, a door lock 203 for locking the door 202, and a payment device 100 installed on the door 202.

[0026] Commodities are placed in the box 201, the door 202 can be switched between an open state and a closed state, and the door lock 203 is used to lock the door 202 to keep it in the closed state.

[0027] Ginseng Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The payment device 100 includes a display screen 1 and an NFC module 2 located on one side of the display screen 1. The NFC module 2 can be used to approach an electronic device for identity recognition to unlock the door lock 203, which is more convenient and faster than scanning a code or scanning a face, and can improve efficiency and enhance the consumer's shopping experience.

[0028] In some embodiments, when the smart vending machine 200 is in use, after the electronic device is close to the NFC module 2 and the identity recognition is successful, the control module can be notified through the communication device, and an unlocking signal can be sent to the door lock 203, and the door 202 can be opened; after the consumer finishes shopping, he closes the door 202, notifies the control module through the communication device, and sends a locking signal to the door lock 203, and the door lock 203 is locked.

[0029] In some embodiments, the door lock 203 is a normally closed electric lock, and the present application does not limit the type of the door lock 203 .

[0030] In some embodiments, the door 202 may be a single door or a double door.

[0031] The electronic device includes but is not limited to a mobile phone or a tablet.

[0032] In some embodiments, when the payment device 100 is in use, the display screen 1 faces the consumer, and the display screen 1 can also display payment method guidance to attract consumers to use NFC to unlock the door lock 203 and make electronic payments, or guide consumers on how to use NFC to unlock the door lock 203 and make electronic payments, which can guide consumers to quickly unlock the door lock 203 and complete electronic payments, making it more user-friendly.

[0033] In some implementations, the payment method guidance displayed on the display screen 1 includes pictures, texts, animations, etc.

[0034] In some embodiments, the display screen 1 can also display the payment result, so that consumers can understand the payment result more intuitively and improve their shopping experience.

[0035] When the smart vending machine 200 is in use, the consumer brings the electronic device close to the NFC module 2 of the payment device 100, unlocks the door lock 203 after identity recognition, and the consumer can open the door 202, select the goods and close the door 202. The smart vending machine 200 counts and identifies the types and quantities of goods taken by the consumer, and can deduct the money from the consumer's password-free payment account; or, the amount to be paid can be displayed on the display screen 1, and the consumer can bring the electronic device close to the NFC module 2 to complete the electronic payment, which is more convenient and faster than scanning codes and scanning faces, and can improve efficiency and enhance the consumer's shopping experience.

[0036] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 is electrically connected to the box 201 of the smart container 200, and the payment device 100 is powered by the box 201, without the need for an additional power source, and has a simple structure; at the same time, there is no need to assemble batteries, which not only saves costs but also reduces the weight of the payment device 100.

[0037] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 is electrically connected to the box 201 via a connecting wire, and a wire hole (not shown) is provided on the door 202 for the connecting wire to pass through, so as to electrically connect the box 201 and the payment device 100 to achieve power supply and signal transmission.

[0038] In some implementations, the connection line is fixedly connected to the payment device 100 , and the connection line and the payment device 100 may also be pluggable via a connector, so as to facilitate maintenance of the payment device 100 .

[0039] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a battery (not shown).

[0040] In some embodiments, the battery is a rechargeable battery or a replaceable battery.

[0041] Ginseng Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a housing 3, the housing 3 includes a main body 31 extending in a vertical direction, an inclined portion 32 extending from the main body 31, and a cover portion 33 disposed on the inclined portion 32. The inclined portion 32 is inclined relative to the main body 31 in a direction away from the door 202 of the smart container 200. The display screen 1 is disposed on the main body 31, and the NFC module 2 is located in a space surrounded by the cover portion 33, and is used to approach the electronic device for identity recognition to unlock the door lock 203 of the smart container 200.

[0042] The setting of the inclined portion 32 allows the NFC module 2 to be inclined relative to the vertical direction, so that consumers can hold the electronic device close to the NFC module 2, which not only facilitates operation, but also improves recognition efficiency and enhances the consumer's user experience.

[0043] In some embodiments, the shell 3 and the door 202 of the smart container 200 are fixed by screws. The shell 3 and the door 202 can also be fixed by snapping or bonding. The present application does not limit the fixing method of the shell 3 and the door 202.

[0044] In some embodiments, the cover portion 33 and the inclined portion 32 may be provided in an integral manner or in a separate manner.

[0045] In some implementations, the payment device 100 includes a first indicator light 4 disposed on the inclined portion 32 , and the light emitted by the first indicator light 4 is circular.

[0046] In some implementations, the projection of the NFC module 2 on the plane where the first indicator light 4 is located is within a circular area surrounded by the light emitted by the first indicator light 4 .

[0047] The first indicator light 4 can provide light guidance, attract consumers' attention, and be beneficial to the promotion and application of the NFC function.

[0048] In some embodiments, the first indicator light 4 is located in a space surrounded by the inclined portion 32 , and the housing 3 is provided with a first light-transmitting portion 321 for allowing light emitted by the first indicator light 4 to pass through, and the housing 3 can protect the first indicator light 4 .

[0049] The first light-transmitting portion 321 may be a transparent baffle or a gap.

[0050] In some embodiments, the first indicator light 4 may also be exposed on the surface of the housing 3 .

[0051] In some embodiments, when the payment device 100 is in use, the first indicator light 4 is a breathing light; or, the light emitted by the first indicator light 4 gradually shrinks or expands to attract the attention of consumers.

[0052] In some embodiments, the diameter of the cover portion 33 is smaller than the width of the inclined portion 32 .

[0053] In some embodiments, the diameter of the cover portion 33 is smaller than the length of the inclined portion 32 .

[0054] In some embodiments, the diameter of the cover portion 33 is smaller than the width of the inclined portion 32 , and the diameter of the cover portion 33 is smaller than the length of the inclined portion 32 .

[0055] In some embodiments, the cover portion 33 is located at the center of the inclined portion 32 .

[0056] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a second indicator light 5, the light emitted by the second indicator light 5 is ring-shaped and surrounds the NFC module 2, and the cover portion 33 is provided with a second light-transmitting portion 331 for the light emitted by the second indicator light 5 to pass through. The second indicator light 5 provides light guidance, which can attract the attention of consumers and is conducive to the promotion and application of the NFC function.

[0057] In some embodiments, a guide text (not shown) is provided on the cover portion 33 to guide the unlocking of the door lock 203 and the payment method. For example, the guide text is an NFC logo.

[0058] In some embodiments, the guiding text is translucent, allowing the light emitted by the second indicator light 5 to pass through, and the second indicator light 5 lights up the guiding text when guiding payment.

[0059] In some embodiments, the guide text and the second light-transmitting portion 331 may be transparent to light emitted by the same second indicator light 5 , or may be transparent to light emitted by different second indicator lights 5 .

[0060] In some embodiments, when the payment device 100 is in different states, the second indicator light 5 can provide different guidance through different lighting forms. For example, in the normal standby state, the second indicator light 5 can flash to attract the consumer's attention; when guiding payment, the second indicator light 5 can guide the consumer to make electronic payment by changing colors and using a marquee; when the payment is successful or failed, different colors can be used to display the payment result in the form of light. This application does not limit the form of the light.

[0061] In some embodiments, the angle between the inclined portion 32 and the main body portion 31 is an obtuse angle, and the present application does not limit the angle between the inclined portion 32 and the main body portion 31 .

[0062] In some embodiments, the display screen 1 , the NFC module 2 , the first indicator light 4 , and the second indicator light 5 are fixed to the housing 3 .

[0063] In some embodiments, the NFC module 2 and the second indicator light 5 are fixed to the cover portion 33 .

[0064] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a scanning component 61 disposed on the main body 31, and the display screen 1 is located between the scanning component 61 and the NFC module 2, providing more payment methods, being more user-friendly, and improving the consumer's usage experience.

[0065] In some embodiments, the scanning component 61 may be a camera or the like.

[0066] In some implementations, the cash register device 100 further includes a fill light 62 for providing fill light when light is insufficient to improve the recognition efficiency of the scanning component 61 .

[0067] In some embodiments, a textured area 30 is provided on the shell 3, and a circuit board texture is provided in the textured area 30. The scanning component 61 is located in the textured area 30, simulating the effect of fixing the scanning component 61 to the circuit board to enhance the sense of technology.

[0068] The circuit board pattern may be formed by etching on the shell 3 or by a sticker pasted on the shell 3. The present application does not limit the manufacturing process of the circuit board pattern.

[0069] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a speaker 7 located in the space surrounded by the housing 3 , and a sound outlet hole (not shown) is provided on the housing 3 to allow the sound emitted by the speaker 7 to pass through.

[0070] In some embodiments, the speaker 7 can broadcast advertising information or payment method guidance or the amount to be paid or payment completion, etc., which is more convenient to use and can attract consumers and improve payment efficiency.

[0071] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes a mainboard 8 located in the space surrounded by the housing 3. The NFC module 2, the first indicator light 4, the second indicator light 5, the scanning component 61, the fill light 62 and the speaker 7 are electrically connected to the mainboard 8.

[0072] The payment device 100 may further include buttons (not shown), which may include a power button, a volume adjustment button, etc.

[0073] In some embodiments, the shell 3 includes a first shell 34 and a second shell 35 fixed to the first shell 34, the display screen 1 is fixed to the first shell 34, the cover portion 33 is fixed to the first shell 34, the second indicator light 5 is located in the space enclosed by the cover portion 33, the space enclosed by the cover portion 33 is connected to the space enclosed by the first shell 34 and the second shell 35, and the speaker 7, the main board 8 and the first indicator light 4 are located in the space enclosed by the first shell 34 and the second shell 35.

[0074] It should be noted that the technical solutions or technical features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without causing conflicts. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A payment device, used to be installed on the door of a smart container, characterized in that: The payment device comprises: The housing comprises a main body extending in a vertical direction, an inclined portion extending from the main body, and a cover portion disposed on the inclined portion, wherein the inclined portion is inclined relative to the main body toward a direction away from the door of the smart container; A display screen, arranged on the main body; The NFC module is located in the space enclosed by the cover plate portion and is used to be close to the electronic device for identity recognition to unlock the door lock of the smart container.

2. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The payment device comprises a first indicator light arranged on the inclined portion, and the light emitted by the first indicator light is circular.

3. The payment device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first indicator light is located in a space surrounded by the inclined portion, and the housing is provided with a first light-transmitting portion for light emitted by the first indicator light to pass through.

4. The payment device according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the payment device is in use, the first indicator light is a breathing light; or, The light emitted by the first indicator light gradually decreases or gradually increases.

5. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diameter of the cover plate portion is smaller than the width of the inclined portion; and / or, The diameter of the cover plate portion is smaller than the length of the inclined portion.

6. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The included angle between the inclined portion and the main body portion is an obtuse angle.

7. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The payment device includes a second indicator light, the light emitted by the second indicator light is ring-shaped and surrounds the NFC module, and the cover portion is provided with a second light-transmitting portion for the light emitted by the second indicator light to pass through.

8. The payment device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The payment device includes a scanning component arranged on the main body, and the display screen is located between the scanning component and the NFC module.

9. The payment device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a textured area, the textured area is provided with circuit board textures, and the scanning component is located in the textured area.

10. A smart vending machine, characterized in that: It comprises a box body, a door rotatably connected to the box body, a door lock for locking the door, and a payment device as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the door lock can be unlocked when the NFC module and the electronic device are close to each other.

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