Cylinder type selection device and amusement machine thereof

Abstract

The utility model discloses a barrel type selection device and an amusement machine thereof, and relates to the field of amusement equipment. The barrel-type selection device is provided with the first groove body, the rotating barrel and the second groove bodies, the first groove body is used for guiding the award balls to the outer side wall of the rotating barrel, the outer side wall of the rotating barrel is provided with a plurality of circumferential areas, each circumferential area is provided with a combination part, and the number and the position of the second groove bodies correspond to the circumferential areas. The lottery balls on the first groove body are randomly close to the circumferential area, are combined with the combination part of the circumferential area and then fall into the corresponding second groove body along with rotation of the rotating cylinder, then the sensing element detects the lottery balls, lottery balls are selected in the mode that the rotating cylinder is used for randomly adsorbing the lottery balls, the lottery selection process is based on physical movement, and the lottery selection efficiency is greatly improved. The device is reasonable and fairness, simple and compact in structure and novel in drawing mode, can be conveniently combined into an integral game machine, and improves the attraction of drawing games to players.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of amusement equipment, in particular to a drum-type drawing device and an amusement machine thereof. Background Art

[0002] The lottery mechanism is a crucial component of point-based amusement equipment. Players enter a lottery through the equipment, then win a grand prize through the lottery mechanism, thereby earning a significant amount of points. The lottery mechanism typically uses a physical motion to draw prizes, ensuring both randomness and fairness.

[0003] One traditional lottery device, the spike ball game, uses a free-falling prize ball that randomly changes its trajectory as it passes through obstacles, ultimately landing in different channels. The device determines the points or rewards awarded based on the channel it lands in. Once in a channel, the ball is lifted back up to a higher outlet via a lifting mechanism. This solution utilizes a fixed prize channel, combined with the randomly falling prize ball, to achieve a point-based lottery.

[0004] In solutions with fixed prize slots, such as publication number CN115607942A, a lottery device and amusement machine are disclosed. By agitating prize balls in a container, they randomly enter a high-positioned ball receiving mechanism. The detected color of the balls determines the points awarded for the prize draw. This solution uses a fixed prize slot and randomly bounces a multicolored prize ball to achieve the draw. Another lottery device solution, such as a turntable lottery device, places the prize slot on a rotating turntable. Balls enter the turntable from a fixed position and land in a random prize slot.

[0005] It can be seen that the current lottery device mainly uses the random falling of prize balls. The lottery method is relatively traditional, with few changes, poor viewing experience, and easy boredom for players. At the same time, the randomly falling prize balls need to be configured with vertical or inclined surfaces that occupy a large space, which is not conducive to being combined into amusement equipment with multiple gameplays. Utility Model Content

[0006] In order to solve the problems existing in the prior art, the main purpose of the present invention is to provide a cylinder-type drawing device and an amusement machine thereof. Based on physical movement, a fixed prize slot is configured to achieve a novel drawing method with a simple structure, thereby increasing the appeal to players. Moreover, the drawing process is convenient for players to observe, thereby increasing the fun of playing. At the same time, the drawing device has a compact structure and is easy to be combined with a points-type amusement machine to realize a complex game play.

[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a drum-type drawing device, comprising a frame, and a first trough body, a rotating drum, and a second trough body arranged on the frame;

[0009] The first groove is arranged at the front portion of the outer wall of the rotating cylinder and is used to guide the ball to roll toward the outer wall of the rotating cylinder;

[0010] The rotating drum is rotatably mounted on the frame about a horizontal axis. The rotating drum is provided with at least one coupling portion in a circumferential region along the outer wall thereof. The coupling portion is used to be fixed to a spherical body on the first trough body near the circumferential region. The circumferential region is provided with at least two coupling portions distributed along the axial direction of the rotating drum.

[0011] There are at least two second troughs, and the front end of each second trough is arranged one by one on the rear side of each circumferential area on the rotating cylinder, so that the ball on the joint falls into the corresponding second trough. A sensing element is provided on each second trough to detect whether there is a ball falling in.

[0012] Optionally, a push-up area is provided between two adjacent circumferential areas, and the push-up area is provided with at least one protrusion in the circumferential direction, so that the ball on the first groove body close to the push-up area is pushed away from the rotating cylinder by the protrusion.

[0013] Optionally, each circumferential region is provided with at least two coupling portions in the axial direction, and the coupling portions in the same circumferential region are located in the same radial direction of the rotating drum.

[0014] Optionally, the rotating cylinder includes a cylinder body and end covers arranged at both ends of the cylinder body, a bracket is arranged between the two ends, and the coupling portion and the protruding portion are respectively fixed on the bracket and pass through the cylinder body.

[0015] Optionally, it further includes a first driving mechanism, which drives the end cover connected to one of them.

[0016] Optionally, each of the coupling parts is configured as a permanent magnet.

[0017] Optionally, it also includes a recovery trough, which is fixed to the frame, and the rear end of each second trough body is docked above the recovery trough. An opening is provided below the recovery trough, and the recovery trough is configured with an inclined surface to guide the falling ball to the opening of the recovery trough.

[0018] Optionally, it also includes a ball serving mechanism, which includes a turntable and a ball serving groove. The turntable is rotatably set on the frame, the turntable is set below the opening of the recovery groove, and is provided with a notch. The ball serving groove is set on the radial side of the turntable. The turntable is equipped with a second driving mechanism to make the turntable rotate and drive the ball that falls into the notch of the turntable to the ball serving groove.

[0019] Optionally, the apparatus further comprises a track, wherein the front end of the track is connected to the first slot body, and the rear end of the track is connected to the ball serving slot. The front end of the track is higher than the rear end of the track.

[0020] In a second aspect, the present invention provides an amusement machine comprising the above-mentioned drum-type drawing device.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] (1) The drum-type drawing device of the present invention is equipped with a first trough, a rotating drum, and a second trough. The first trough is used to place the prize ball and guide the prize ball to the outer wall of the rotating drum. The outer wall of the rotating drum has multiple circumferential areas, each of which is equipped with at least one joint. The number and position of the second troughs correspond to the circumferential areas. On the first trough, the ball will randomly approach one of the circumferential areas and combine with the joint of the circumferential area, and then fall into the corresponding second trough as the rotating drum rotates. The sensing element in the second trough will detect the ball, and the ball will be drawn by the rotating drum randomly adsorbing the ball. The drawing process is based on physical movement and is reasonable and fair. The device structure is simple and compact, and the drawing method is novel. It is easy to be combined with the point-based amusement machine, thereby increasing the attractiveness of the drawing game to players.

[0023] (2) The cylinder-type drawing device of the present invention further provides a push-up area between adjacent circumferential areas. Each push-up area is provided with at least one protrusion. During the rotation of the rotating cylinder, the spheres close to the push-up area will be collided with the protrusions, resulting in random motion of collision, thereby increasing the fun of drawing.

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a drum-type drawing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Figure 2 AA cross-sectional structural diagram of a drum-type drawing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the AA section of a drum-type drawing device in the first state of a sphere according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0028] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the AA section of a drum-type drawing device in the second state of a sphere according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0029] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the AA section of a drum-type drawing device in the third state of a sphere according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 6A schematic diagram of the AA section of a drum-type drawing device in the fourth state of a sphere according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0031] Figure numerals: 10, frame; 20, first trough; 30, rotating cylinder; 31, circumferential area; 32, joint; 33, push-up area; 34, protrusion; 35, first driving mechanism; 40, second trough; 41, sensing element; 50, turntable; 51, recovery trough; 52, ball-serving trough; 53, second driving mechanism; 60, track; 70, ball. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] In order to better illustrate the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention, the following is a further detailed description of the specific implementation of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 6 FIG. 1 shows a drum-type lottery device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The drum-type lottery device comprises at least a frame 10, a first trough 20, a rotating drum 30, and a second trough 40 disposed on the frame 10. Specifically, the drum-type lottery device may further include a first drive mechanism 35, a recovery trough 51, a ball-dispensing mechanism, and a track 60.

[0034] To achieve the purpose of the present invention, in detail, the first groove 20 is disposed in front of the outer wall of the rotating drum 30. To guide the ball 70 to roll toward the outer wall of the rotating drum 30, the first groove 20 can be configured with a structure inclined toward the outer wall of the rotating drum 30, or the first groove 20 can be connected to an inclined guide structure to allow the ball 70 to roll toward the outer wall of the rotating drum 30.

[0035] Specifically, the rotating drum 30 is rotatably mounted on the frame 10 about a horizontal axis. The rotating drum 30 has at least one joint 32 disposed in a circumferential region 31 along the outer wall thereof. There are at least two circumferential regions 31 distributed along the axial direction of the rotating drum 30 .

[0036] For example, the circumferential region 31 labeled a has three engaging portions 32 disposed thereon. These three engaging portions 32 are arranged radially along the same rotating drum 30. This allows the engaging portions 32 to approach the spheres 70 with only a 1 / 3 rotation of the rotating drum 30. To facilitate transport of the spheres 70 bounded by this circumferential region 31 to the second trough 40, the three engaging portions 32 are positioned approximately in the center of the circumferential region 31. Similarly, the circumferential regions 31 labeled b and c also have three engaging portions 32, respectively.

[0037] Among them, the circumferential regions 31 can be configured into three, such as the circumferential regions 31 marked as a, b and c respectively. The circumferential regions 31 marked as a, b and c are intervals separated by the cylindrical surfaces of the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30 from left to right. The width of the circumferential region 31 is roughly equal to or slightly larger than the width of the configured ball, which is conducive to the mutual fixation of the joint 32 and the sphere 70. The width of the first groove body 20 is roughly equal to or larger than the width of the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30, so that the sphere 70 has a probability of approaching any one of the three circumferential regions 31 marked as a, b and c, and combining with any joint 32 on the adjacent circumferential region 31.

[0038] Among them, the number of second trough bodies 40 is the same as the number of circumferential areas 31. If there are three, they are also marked as a, b and c respectively. The front end of each second trough body 40 is arranged one-to-one on the rear side of each circumferential area 31 on the rotating cylinder 30. Specifically, taking the second trough body 40 marked as b as an example, the width of the second trough body 40 is approximately equal to the width of the circumferential area 31, and the middle of the front end of the second trough body 40 is roughly in the radial direction of the coupling portion 32, so that the ball 70 on the coupling portion 32 of the circumferential area 31 marked as b will be transported toward the second trough body 40 marked as b. The front end of each second trough body 40 is close enough to the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30 so that the ball 70 on the coupling portion 32 falls into the corresponding second trough body 40, and the coupling portion 32 is separated from the ball 70. A sensing element 41 is provided on each second trough body 40 to detect whether a ball 70 has fallen in.

[0039] Among them, the coupling portion 32 is used to fix the sphere 70 on the first trough body 20 close to the circumferential area 31. To this end, the sphere 70 can be configured with iron-nickel, and the coupling portion 32 can be configured with a permanent magnet, so that the sphere 70 is fixed to the coupling portion 32 when it approaches the coupling portion 32. Similarly, in other embodiments, the coupling portion 32 can also be made of iron-nickel, and the sphere 70 can be configured with a permanent magnet. In addition, the coupling portion 32 can also be configured as a slot structure or a hanging basket structure, so that the sphere 70 of any material can roll into the slot structure or the hanging basket structure and be fixed to the coupling portion 32, and finally be transported to the corresponding second trough body 40 with the rotating cylinder 30. In addition, the coupling portion 32 and the sphere 70 can also be respectively configured with Velcro, and the coupling and separation can be achieved by Velcro. The coupling portion 32 can also be configured as a vacuum suction nozzle to adsorb the approaching sphere 70.

[0040] refer to Figures 3 to 6The working process of the present invention is as follows: when the sphere 70 is delivered to the first trough 20, it will approach the rotating drum 30 under the action of the first trough 20, and randomly roll to one of the three circumferential areas 31 marked as a, b, and c, such as the circumferential area 31 marked as b. As the rotating drum 30 rotates, the coupling portion 32 of the circumferential area 31 marked as b will rotate near the sphere 70 and fix the sphere 70 thereon. As the rotating drum 30 continues to rotate, the coupling portion 32 to which the sphere 70 is fixed will rotate and approach the second trough 40 marked as b. After contacting the second trough 40, the sphere 70 separates from the coupling portion 32, and the sphere 70 falls into the second trough 40 marked as b. As the sphere 70 rolls on the second trough 40 to the top of the detection element, the detection data will be acquired by the detection element.

[0041] It can be seen that according to the embodiment of the present invention, the drum-type drawing device uses the rotating drum 30 to randomly adsorb the balls 70 to achieve the drawing of the balls 70. The drawing process is based on physical movement, is reasonable and fair, and the device structure is simple.

[0042] It is understood that in a simple structural solution, the rotating drum 30 can be provided with two circumferential regions 31, and the second grooves 40 are also configured with two accordingly, and each circumferential region 31 can be provided with only one coupling portion 32. This solution also has the function of selecting the ball 70.

[0043] Specifically, in this embodiment, a push-up area 33 is provided between two adjacent circumferential areas 31. The push-up area 33 is also the area where the local cylindrical surface on the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30 is located. The push-up area 33 is provided with at least one protrusion 34 in the circumferential direction. Specifically, this embodiment is provided with two push-up areas 33, and each push-up area 33 is provided with three protrusions 34. Each protrusion 34 protrudes relative to the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30, so that the sphere 70 close to the outer wall of the rotating cylinder 30 is pushed away from the rotating cylinder 30 by the protrusion 34. The push-up area 33 can provide power for the sphere 70, readjust the circumferential areas 31 that may be combined, thereby increasing the randomness of the selection.

[0044] Specifically, in this embodiment, each circumferential region 31 is provided with at least two coupling portions 32 in the axial direction. Each coupling portion 32 within the same circumferential region 31 is located in the same radial direction of the rotating drum 30. The protrusion 34 is located between adjacent coupling portions 32. The rotating drum 30 includes a drum body and end caps disposed at both ends of the drum body. Brackets are disposed between the ends. The coupling portions 32 and protrusions 34 are respectively fixed to the brackets and pass through the drum body, thereby enabling a simpler and more secure installation of the coupling portions 32 and protrusions 34.

[0045] Specifically, in this embodiment, the drum-type drawing device further includes a first driving mechanism 35 , which drives the end cover connected to one of the end covers, thereby driving the rotating drum 30 to rotate more stably.

[0046] Specifically, in this embodiment, the drum-type lottery device further includes a recovery trough 51, a ball-dispensing mechanism, and a track 60. The recovery trough 51 is fixed to the frame 10. The rear ends of each second trough 40 are connected to the top of the recovery trough 51. The recovery trough 51 has an opening below it and is configured with an inclined surface to guide fallen balls 70 to the opening of the recovery trough 51. The ball-dispensing mechanism includes a turntable 50 and a ball-dispensing trough 52. The turntable 50 is rotatably mounted on the frame 10, disposed below the opening of the recovery trough 51 and having a notch on it. The ball-dispensing trough 52 is disposed radially to the side of the turntable 50. The turntable 50 is configured with a second drive mechanism 53, which rotates the turntable 50 to drive balls 70 that have fallen into the notch of the turntable 50 to the ball-dispensing trough 52. The front end of the track 60 is connected to the first trough 20, and the rear end of the track 60 is connected to the ball-dispensing trough 52. The front end of the track 60 is higher than the rear end of the track 60. During use, the ball 70 entering the second slot body 40 will be recovered by the recovery groove 51 and fixed on the gap of the rotating disk 50. When the rotating disk 50 rotates, the ball 70 rolls out from the gap and enters the track 60, and rolls into the first slot body 20 on the track 60.

[0047] In another aspect not shown in the figures, an embodiment of the present invention further provides an amusement machine, which includes the above-mentioned drum-type drawing device.

[0048] The above embodiments primarily illustrate the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions merely illustrate the principles of the present invention. Various changes and improvements are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and all such changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed.

Claims

1. A drum type drawing device, characterized in that It comprises a frame (10), and a first tank body (20), a rotating drum (30), and a second tank body (40) arranged on the frame (10); The first groove (20) is arranged at the front portion of the outer wall of the rotating cylinder (30) and is used to guide the ball (70) to roll toward the outer wall of the rotating cylinder (30); The rotating cylinder (30) is rotatably arranged on the frame (10) about a transverse axis. The rotating cylinder (30) is provided with at least one coupling portion (32) in a circumferential region (31) extending along the outer wall. The coupling portion (32) is used to be fixed to a ball (70) on the first trough (20) near the circumferential region (31). The circumferential region (31) is provided with at least two coupling portions in the axial direction of the rotating cylinder (30). At least two second trough bodies (40) are provided, and the front end of each second trough body (40) is arranged one-to-one at the rear side of each circumferential area (31) on the rotating cylinder (30) so that the ball (70) on the joint (32) falls into the corresponding second trough body (40). A sensing element (41) is provided on each second trough body (40) to detect whether a ball (70) has fallen into the trough body.

2. A drum type drawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A push-up area (33) is provided between two adjacent circumferential areas (31), and the push-up area (33) is provided with at least one protrusion (34) in the circumferential direction, so that a ball (70) on the first trough body (20) close to the push-up area (33) is pushed away from the rotating cylinder (30) by the protrusion (34).

3. A drum type drawing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: Each circumferential region (31) is provided with at least two coupling portions (32) in the axial direction, and the coupling portions (32) in the same circumferential region (31) are located in the same radial direction of the rotating cylinder (30).

4. A drum type drawing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating cylinder (30) comprises a cylinder body and end covers arranged at both ends of the cylinder body, a bracket is arranged between the two ends, and the coupling portion (32) and the protruding portion (34) are respectively fixed on the bracket and pass through the cylinder body.

5. A drum type drawing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a first driving mechanism, which drives the end cover connected to one of them.

6. The drum type drawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the coupling parts (32) is configured as a permanent magnet.

7. The drum type drawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The invention also includes a recovery trough (51), wherein the recovery trough (51) is fixed to the frame (10), and the rear end of each second trough body (40) is docked above the recovery trough (51). An opening is provided below the recovery trough (51), and the recovery trough (51) is provided with an inclined surface so that the fallen ball (70) is guided to the opening of the recovery trough (51).

8. The drum type drawing device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The invention also includes a ball-serving mechanism, which includes a turntable (50) and a ball-serving groove (52). The turntable (50) is rotatably arranged on the frame (10). The turntable (50) is arranged below the opening of the recovery groove (51) and is provided with a notch. The ball-serving groove (52) is arranged on the radial side of the turntable (50). The turntable (50) is equipped with a second driving mechanism (53) so that the turntable (50) rotates to drive the ball (70) that falls into the notch of the turntable (50) to the ball-serving groove (52).

9. The drum type drawing device according to claim 8, characterized in that: It also includes a track (60), the front end of the track (60) is connected to the first slot body (20), the rear end of the track (60) is connected to the ball serving groove (52), and the front end of the track (60) is higher than the rear end of the track (60).

10. An amusement machine, characterized in that: It comprises a cartridge-type drawing device according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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