Vending machine for automobile and automobile

Abstract

The utility model provides a vending machine for an automobile and the automobile. The vending machine comprises a box body and a bin door. The box body comprises a storage bin with a forward opening. The bin door is rotationally connected to one transverse side of the box body so as to cover the opening of the storage bin. The side, facing the storage bin, of the bin door is detachably connected with a storage box with an upward opening, and the storage box is located in the storage bin. When a user opens the bin door, the commodities are directly moved out of the storage bin along with the storage box, so that passengers can directly see all the commodities, the problem that the passengers sitting on seats cannot walk and cannot see the commodities in the vending machine in the running process of a vehicle is solved, and the purpose of improving the use experience of the passengers is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of transportation vehicles, in particular to a vending machine for a car and the car. Background Art

[0002] As living standards improve, people's pursuit of quality of life is also increasing. Taking a taxi or online ride-hailing service is not just a means of transportation; it's also a form of enjoyment. Passengers may experience thirst or hunger during their journey. To enhance the passenger experience, some existing vehicles have vending machines installed near rear passengers for easy purchase. Vending machines typically have a door, which passengers must open to retrieve items from inside the machine.

[0003] However, while the vehicle is moving, passengers cannot move around in their seats and cannot see the merchandise inside the vending machine, which reduces the passenger experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above problems, the present utility model is proposed to provide a vending machine for a car and a car that overcome the above problems or at least partially solve the above problems. It can solve the problem that passengers cannot move around while sitting in their seats and cannot see the goods inside the vending machine while the vehicle is driving, thereby achieving the purpose of improving the passenger's user experience.

[0005] Specifically, the present invention provides a vending machine for a car. The vending machine includes:

[0006] The box body includes a storage bin with an opening facing forward.

[0007] A door is rotatably connected to a lateral side of the box body to cover the opening of the storage bin. A storage box with an upward opening is detachably connected to a side of the door facing the storage bin, and the storage box is located in the storage bin.

[0008] Optionally, there are multiple storage bins, and the multiple storage bins are spaced apart in the vertical direction.

[0009] There are multiple warehouse doors, and the multiple warehouse doors are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the storage warehouse.

[0010] Optionally, the vending machine further comprises a plurality of cameras, which are disposed in a one-to-one correspondence within the storage bin, and configured to identify items within the storage bin.

[0011] Optionally, the vending machine further comprises a temperature regulating device provided on one side of the storage bin, wherein the temperature regulating device is configured to control the temperature of each storage bin independently of each other.

[0012] Optionally, the box body includes an inner shell and an outer shell, the outer shell is sleeved on the outside of the inner shell, and a heat-insulating material is filled between the inner shell and the outer shell.

[0013] The storage bin is located on the inner side of the inner shell.

[0014] Optionally, a plurality of storage slots with upward openings are provided in the storage box, and the plurality of storage slots are arranged at intervals.

[0015] Optionally, a visual window is formed on the bin door, and the visual window is used to observe the interior of the corresponding storage bin.

[0016] The present invention also provides a car. The car includes:

[0017] cab.

[0018] A rear seat located at the rear of the cab.

[0019] The above-mentioned vending machine is arranged on one side of the rear seat.

[0020] Optionally, the car further comprises a central control screen, which is located on one side of the cab and is electrically connected to the vending machine via a controller.

[0021] Optionally, the vending machine includes a camera, which is disposed in the storage bin and configured to photograph items in the storage bin.

[0022] The car also includes a central control screen, which is electrically connected to the camera and is located on one side of the car's cab.

[0023] In the vending machine for a car of the present invention, when the user opens the compartment door, the goods are directly moved out of the storage compartment along with the storage box, so that the passengers can directly see all the goods. This solves the problem that the passengers cannot move around in their seats and cannot see the goods inside the vending machine while the car is moving, thereby achieving the purpose of improving the passenger's user experience.

[0024] Moreover, the door is rotatably connected to a lateral side of the box body, and when the door is opened, the goods placed on the storage box can be seen from the side away from the door rotation axis, so that passengers can see the goods placed on the storage box from more angles.

[0025] Based on the following detailed description of specific embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art will become more aware of the above and other objects, advantages and features of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Hereinafter, some specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail in an exemplary and non-limiting manner with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the accompanying drawings indicate the same or similar components or parts. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the accompanying drawings:

[0027] Figure 1 is a schematic front view of a vending machine according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of a vending machine according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of a vending machine according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of a vending machine according to one embodiment of the present utility model.

[0031] List of reference numerals:

[0032] 100, box body; 110, storage compartment;

[0033] 200, door; 210, storage box; 211, storage slot; 220, viewing window;

[0034] 300, camera;

[0035] 400, charging connector;

[0036] 500. Equipment box; 510. Heat dissipation hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] Refer to the following Figures 1 to 4 To describe the vending machine for automobiles and automobiles according to the embodiment of the present invention. In the description of this embodiment, it should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features, that is, include one or more of the features. In the description of the present invention, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined. When a feature "includes or contains" one or some of the features it covers, unless otherwise specifically described, this indicates that other features are not excluded and may further include other features.

[0038] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "disposed," "installed," "connected," "connected," "fixed," and "coupled" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed or detachable connections, or integration; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two elements or interaction between two elements, unless otherwise expressly limited. A person of ordinary skill in the art should be able to understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0039] In addition, in the description of this embodiment, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features not being in direct contact but being in contact via another feature between them. That is, in the description of this embodiment, the first feature being "above," "above," and "above" the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. The first feature being "below," "below," or "below" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0040] In the description of the present embodiment, reference to the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "examples," "specific examples," or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0041] Figure 1 : is a schematic front view of a vending machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIG. Figure 1 As shown, and reference Figures 2 to 4 The present invention provides a vending machine for use in a vehicle. The vending machine includes a housing 100 and a door 200. The housing 100 includes a storage compartment 110 with a forward opening. The door 200 is pivotally connected to a lateral side of the housing 100 to cover the opening of the storage compartment 110. A storage box 210 with an upward opening is detachably connected to the side of the door 200 facing the storage compartment 110. The storage box 210 is located within the storage compartment 110.

[0042] The door 200 is rotatably connected to one lateral side of the box body 100 .

[0043] In this embodiment, a storage box 210 is fixedly connected to the door 200, which is pivotally connected to a lateral side of the housing 100. When the door 200 is rotated to open, the storage box 210 follows the door 200 and is removed from the storage compartment 110. Since the merchandise is placed in the storage box 210, when the user opens the door 200, the merchandise is directly removed from the storage compartment 110 along with the storage box 210. This allows passengers to directly view all merchandise, resolving the issue of passengers being unable to move around and see the merchandise inside the vending machine while the vehicle is in motion, thereby enhancing the passenger experience.

[0044] Moreover, the door 200 is rotatably connected to a lateral side of the box body 100. When the door 200 is opened, the goods placed on the storage box 210 can be seen from the side away from the rotation axis of the door 200. In other words, the goods placed on the storage box 210 can be seen from more angles.

[0045] In some embodiments of the present invention, the door 200 and the box body 100 may be connected by a hinge, and preferably, the rotation angle of the door 200 is 90°.

[0046] In some embodiments of the present invention, the door 200 is equipped with an electric lock. When the door 200 is unlocked by the electric lock, the door 200 is pushed open and moves to a set angle. Preferably, the set angle is 5° to 10°. This allows passengers to see that the door 200 has been opened, indicating that the unlocking is complete, while also preventing passengers from being injured by opening the door at an excessive angle. When the vending machine is unoccupied, the door 200 is locked to the housing 100. When it is necessary to access merchandise within the vending machine, the door 200 can be opened by manually controlling the electric lock.

[0047] Alternatively, the opening and closing of the electric lock can be controlled by using a system or software developed based on the vending machine, thereby controlling the opening and closing of the door 200, and passengers can also select goods and pay through the system or software.

[0048] In some embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of storage slots 211 with upward openings are provided in the storage box 210 , and the plurality of storage slots 211 are arranged at intervals.

[0049] The size of the storage slot 211 can be set according to the size of the commodity, and matched with the size of the commodity, and one commodity is placed in one storage slot 211. Preferably, the storage slot 211 is used to place bottled commodities such as beverages.

[0050] In this embodiment, the goods are placed in the storage slot 211, as shown in FIG. Figure 2As shown, the storage slot 211 serves to limit and fix the goods, thereby preventing the goods from colliding with each other or falling over due to the shaking of the car while the car is driving, thereby improving the user experience.

[0051] In some embodiments of the present invention, there are multiple storage bins 110, and the multiple storage bins 110 are spaced apart in the vertical direction.

[0052] There are multiple doors 200 , and the multiple doors 200 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the storage bins 110 .

[0053] In this embodiment, multiple storage bins 110 are arranged vertically in the box 100. Since each storage bin 110 can be used to store merchandise, the utilization rate of the internal space of the box 100 is improved, allowing more merchandise to be stored in the box 100. Furthermore, dividing the internal space of the box 100 into multiple storage bins 110 allows merchandise to be arranged according to category, providing convenient conditions for passengers to select items.

[0054] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 As shown, the vending machine further includes a plurality of cameras 300, which are disposed one by one in the storage bin 110. The cameras 300 are configured to identify items in the storage bin 110.

[0055] In this embodiment, multiple cameras 300 are installed one by one in the storage bin 110, which avoids the cameras 300 occupying space outside the box 100. Moreover, placing the cameras 300 in the storage bin 110 also allows the cameras 300 to more clearly capture the goods placed in the box 100.

[0056] When the user takes out items from the storage bin, the camera 300 takes photos or videos and uploads them to the cloud for processing to identify the type and quantity of the goods taken out, calculate the fee based on the type and quantity of the goods taken out, and send the bill to the user so that the user can pay according to the bill, or automatically deduct the money from the payment account bound to the user.

[0057] In some embodiments of the present invention, each compartment is further provided with at least one lighting fixture. The lighting fixture is electrically connected to a light sensor, which controls the brightness of the lighting fixture based on the brightness of the ambient light to provide the user with optimal visual experience. For example, in a dark environment, the light sensor will brighten the lighting fixture, while in brightly lit conditions, the light sensor will dim the lighting fixture.

[0058] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 As shown, the vending machine further includes a plurality of doors 200 corresponding to the plurality of storage bins 110. Figure 2The state in which the door 200 is opened is shown in FIG. Figure 1 As shown, multiple doors 200 can movably cover the openings of the corresponding storage bins 110. Figure 1 The middle is the state when the warehouse door 200 is closed.

[0059] In this embodiment, each door 200 covers the opening of a corresponding storage bin 110 to prevent merchandise from falling through the opening of the storage bin 110. Furthermore, covering the opening of the storage bin 110 with the door 200 can prevent merchandise from being lost. The lighting is a sensor light that illuminates the interior of the box 100 and the merchandise when the door 200 is open.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 1 or Figure 3 As shown, a visual window 220 is formed on the bin door 200 , and the visual window 220 is used to observe the interior of the corresponding storage bin 110 .

[0061] In this embodiment, some passengers may not use the vending machine because they cannot directly observe the products in the vending machine, do not know whether there are products they need, or are not clear about the function of the vending machine. The viewing window 220 is provided so that passengers can observe the products placed inside the vending machine through the viewing window 220 without opening the door 200. Passengers can first observe whether they need products before opening the door 200, which simplifies the way passengers use the vending machine and improves the passenger experience.

[0062] In some embodiments of the present invention, the vending machine further includes a temperature regulating device disposed on one side of the storage bin 110. The temperature regulating device is configured to control the temperature of each storage bin 110 independently of each other.

[0063] In this embodiment, since the temperature regulating device can control the temperature of each storage bin 110 independently of each other, the temperature of one or more storage bins 110 can be adjusted individually according to user needs.

[0064] Furthermore, one storage compartment 110 is a room temperature compartment, which is kept at room temperature. The other storage compartment 110 is a refrigerated compartment. Both the room temperature compartment and the refrigerated compartment contain beverages, and the user can adjust the temperature of the refrigerated compartment as needed. Of course, the refrigerated compartment can also be used to store goods that require low-temperature storage. The temperature adjustment device includes a refrigeration module, which uses a semiconductor refrigerator to achieve a cooling effect for the storage compartment 110 and to adjust the temperature of the storage compartment 110.

[0065] Of course, the storage compartment 110 can also be a heating compartment.

[0066] The temperature in the storage bin 110 can be adjusted to any temperature between 5°C and 45°C.

[0067] In some embodiments of the present invention, the box body 100 includes an inner shell and an outer shell. The outer shell is sleeved on the outside of the inner shell, and the space between the inner shell and the outer shell is filled with thermal insulation material.

[0068] The storage compartment 110 is located inside the inner shell.

[0069] Preferably, the inner shell and the outer shell are injection molded. Further, the inner shell and the outer shell are an integrally molded structure.

[0070] In this embodiment, insulation material is filled between the inner and outer shells. Preferably, the insulation material is polyurethane, and the space between the inner and outer shells is filled with polyurethane foam to form an insulation layer. Storage bin 110 is located within the insulation layer to enhance its insulation when the temperature inside is not at room temperature.

[0071] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 4 As shown, the vending machine further includes a charging connection port 400 .

[0072] In this embodiment, the charging connector 400 is connected to a power source for charging mobile phones, power banks and other electrical devices, so as to meet the power needs of passengers, alleviate passengers' power anxiety, and thus improve the passenger experience.

[0073] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 4 As shown, the vending machine further includes an equipment box 500 , which is disposed at the lower portion of the box body 100 .

[0074] The equipment box 500 is used to house the controller, power supply, cooling and heating modules, and other components required for the vending machine's operation. The front of the equipment box 500 is provided with heat dissipation holes 510, which are used for ventilation and heat dissipation within the equipment box 500 to prevent the temperature inside the equipment box 500 from rising too high.

[0075] In this embodiment, the controller is used to receive a signal and control the opening and closing of the door 200 according to the signal. The power supply is connected to the external circuit to provide power to the vending machine. The cooling and heating modules provide a cold source or a heat source for the storage box 110, so that the storage bin 110 has a cooling or heating function. The equipment box 500 is arranged at the bottom of the box body 100 so that the weight of the controller, power supply and other components does not squeeze the box body 100, thereby ensuring the stability of the box body 100. The equipment box 500 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the box body 100. Since the weight of the equipment box 500 is greater than that of the box body 100, it also prevents the box body 100 from tipping over after items are stored in the box body 100.

[0076] The present invention also provides a car. In some embodiments of the car, the car includes the vending machine, the driver's cab, and the rear seats according to any one of the above embodiments.

[0077] The rear seats are located at the rear side of the cab. The vending machine is arranged on one side of the rear seats.

[0078] In this embodiment, when the door 200 is rotated to open, the storage box 210 follows the door 200 and is removed from the storage compartment 110. Since the merchandise is placed in the storage box 210, when the user opens the door 200, the merchandise is directly removed from the storage compartment 110 along with the storage box 210, allowing passengers to directly view all the merchandise. This solves the problem of passengers being unable to move around and see the merchandise inside the vending machine while the car is in motion, thereby improving the passenger experience.

[0079] Moreover, the door 200 is rotatably connected to a lateral side of the box body 100. When the door 200 is opened, the goods placed on the storage box 210 can be seen from the side away from the rotation axis of the door 200. In other words, the goods placed on the storage box 210 can be seen from more angles.

[0080] In some embodiments of the present invention, the car further comprises a central control screen located on one side of the cab, and the central control screen is electrically connected to the vending machine via a controller.

[0081] In this embodiment, the user can adjust the temperature in the storage compartment 110 or control the opening and closing of the compartment door 200 by operating the central control screen.

[0082] In some embodiments of the present invention, the vending machine includes a camera 300, which is disposed in the storage compartment 110. The camera 300 is configured to photograph items in the storage compartment 110. The central control screen is electrically connected to the camera 300.

[0083] In this embodiment, merchandise is displayed within the storage compartment 110. A camera 300 is used to capture the merchandise within the storage compartment 110, and the images captured by the camera 300 are displayed on the central control screen. Because the central control screen is located on the side of the vehicle's cab, the driver can easily see the merchandise being removed from the vending machine 100 via the central control screen. This allows the driver to monitor the quantity and variety of merchandise within the vending machine from within the main cab, preventing the loss of merchandise while transporting passengers and reducing the risk of damage.

[0084] Furthermore, the central control screen can also display the payment record of the customer after picking up the goods, so that the driver can understand the payment status of the goods and further avoid the loss of goods.

[0085] At this point, those skilled in the art should recognize that, although multiple exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications consistent with the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or deduced from the contents disclosed herein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood and deemed to cover all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A vending machine for a car, characterized in that: include: A box body, the box body including a storage bin with an opening facing forward; A warehouse door is rotatably connected to a lateral side of the box body to cover the opening of the storage bin; a storage box with an upward opening is detachably connected to the side of the warehouse door facing the storage bin, and the storage box is located in the storage bin.

2. The vending machine according to claim 1, wherein: There are multiple storage bins, and the multiple storage bins are spaced apart in the vertical direction; There are multiple warehouse doors, and the multiple warehouse doors are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the storage warehouse.

3. The vending machine according to claim 2, wherein: The vending machine further includes a plurality of cameras, which are disposed in a one-to-one correspondence within the storage bin; the cameras are configured to identify items within the storage bin.

4. The vending machine according to claim 2, wherein: The vending machine further includes a temperature regulating device disposed on one side of the storage bin; the temperature regulating device is configured to control the temperature of each storage bin independently of each other.

5. The vending machine according to claim 4, wherein: The box body includes an inner shell and an outer shell, the outer shell is sleeved on the outer side of the inner shell, and the space between the inner shell and the outer shell is filled with heat-insulating material; The storage bin is located on the inner side of the inner shell.

6. The vending machine according to claim 1, wherein: A plurality of storage slots with upward openings are provided in the storage box, and the plurality of storage slots are arranged at intervals.

7. The vending machine according to claim 1, wherein: A visual window is formed on the bin door, and the visual window is used to observe the interior of the corresponding storage bin.

8. An automobile, characterized in that: include: cab; a rear seat, the rear seat being located at the rear side of the cab; The vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the vending machine is arranged on one side of the rear seat.

9. The automobile according to claim 8, characterized in that The car also includes a central control screen, which is located on one side of the cab; the central control screen is electrically connected to the vending machine through a controller.

10. The automobile according to claim 8, characterized in that The vending machine includes a camera, which is disposed in the storage bin; the camera is configured to photograph items in the storage bin; The car also includes a central control screen, which is electrically connected to the camera and is located on one side of the car's cab.

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