NFC assembly, cashier device and cashier assembly

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides an NFC (Near Field Communication) component, cashier equipment and a cashier component. The NFC assembly comprises a control panel, and a first identification member and a second identification member which are electrically connected with the control panel. The second recognition piece is obliquely arranged relative to the vertical direction, the recognition range is enlarged, and the recognition success rate is increased; and meanwhile, the problem of low identification success rate caused by different positions of the NFC antennas of different electronic devices is solved.

Description

[0001] Related applications:

[0002] This application is a divisional application of the Chinese utility model with patent application number 202422303848.3, application date September 20, 2024, and invention name “NFC component, cash register equipment and cash register component”. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates to the field of NFC technology, and in particular to an NFC component, a cash register device, and a cash register component. Background Art

[0004] Near Field Communication (NFC) is an emerging technology that enables devices (such as mobile phones) to exchange data when in close proximity. It is an evolution of contactless radio frequency identification (RFID) and interconnection technologies. By integrating an inductive card reader, inductive card, and point-to-point communication functions on a single chip, it enables mobile payments, electronic ticketing, access control, mobile identity recognition, anti-counterfeiting, and other applications using mobile terminals. However, existing NFC components have a limited recognition range, which affects the recognition success rate and the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present application provides an NFC component, a cash register device, and a cash register component that can improve the recognition success rate.

[0006] An embodiment of the present application provides an NFC component, including a control board, a first identification member and a second identification member, wherein the first identification member is electrically connected to the control board, the second identification member is electrically connected to the control board, and the second identification member is arranged at an angle relative to the vertical direction.

[0007] Furthermore, the first identification member includes a first identification portion and a first connecting portion connecting the first identification portion and the control panel, the first connecting portion includes a first vertical segment and a first horizontal segment connected to the first vertical segment, the first vertical segment is connected to the first identification portion, the first horizontal segment is connected to the control panel, and the first horizontal segment is located below the second identification member.

[0008] Furthermore, the NFC component further includes a third identification member electrically connected to the control board, the third identification member includes a third identification portion, and the third identification portion is parallel to the first identification portion.

[0009] Furthermore, the area of ​​the first ring formed by the first identification portion is different from the area of ​​the third ring formed by the third identification portion.

[0010] Furthermore, the third identification member includes a third connecting portion connecting the third identification portion and the control panel, the third connecting portion includes a third vertical segment and a third horizontal segment connected to the third vertical segment, the third vertical segment is connected to the third identification portion, the third horizontal segment is connected to the control panel, and the third horizontal segment is located below the second identification member.

[0011] An embodiment of the present application also provides a cash register device, including a shell and the above-mentioned NFC component, wherein the NFC component is used to be close to an electronic device for electronic payment, the shell includes a first base, a second base and a connecting portion connecting the first base and the second base, the connecting portion extends upward from the first base, the first identification member is arranged on the first base, and the second identification member is arranged on the connecting portion.

[0012] Furthermore, the second base is arranged to be inclined relative to a horizontal plane, and a hollow area is formed below the second base and the connecting portion.

[0013] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a scanning device arranged on the second base.

[0014] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a first display screen arranged on the connecting part.

[0015] Furthermore, the first base includes an assembly portion and a cover portion connected to the assembly portion, the first identification member is located below the cover portion, and the first display screen is higher than a top surface of the cover portion.

[0016] Furthermore, the cash register device includes an indicator light located below the cover portion, and the cover portion is provided with a light-transmitting portion for allowing light emitted by the indicator light to pass through.

[0017] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a second display screen arranged on the second base.

[0018] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a keyboard arranged on the second base.

[0019] An embodiment of the present application provides a cash register assembly, comprising a base and the above-mentioned cash register device.

[0020] Furthermore, the base includes a main body and a first boss and a second boss arranged on the main body, the first boss and the second boss are used to support the cash register device, and an avoidance space is formed between the first boss and the second boss.

[0021] The NFC component of the embodiment of the present application includes a first identification member and a second identification member. The second identification member is arranged at an angle relative to the vertical direction, which increases the recognition range and improves the success rate of recognition; at the same time, it solves the problem of low recognition success rate caused by the different positions of the NFC antennas of different electronic devices. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing an NFC component according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0023] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing a cash register device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0024] Figure 3 Shown Figure 2 an exploded view of the cash register equipment shown;

[0025] Figure 4 Shown Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the NFC component and lower shell shown;

[0026] Figure 5 Shown Figure 2 A top view of the cash register device is shown;

[0027] Figure 6 Shown Figure 2 A side view of the cash register device shown is placed on a countertop, wherein the dotted line represents the countertop;

[0028] Figure 7 Shown Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the cash register device from another perspective is shown;

[0029] Figure 8 Shown Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the upper shell of the housing shown;

[0030] Figure 9 Shown Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the lower shell of the housing shown;

[0031] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of a cash register assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0032] Figure 11 Shown Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the base of the cash register assembly is shown;

[0033] Figure 12 Shown Figure 11 A side view of the base is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] Here, the technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of the present application will be clearly and completely described 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.

[0035] If there are terms related to directional indications or positional relationships in the embodiments of this 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 in a 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 this application are only used for the purpose of convenience of description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0036] 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.

[0037] Ginseng Figure 1 The present invention provides an NFC component 1, comprising a control board 11, and a first identification member 12 and a second identification member 13 electrically connected to the control board 11. The second identification member 13 is located outside the first identification member 12 and is tilted relative to the vertical direction, thereby increasing the recognition range and improving the recognition success rate. Furthermore, the present invention solves the problem of low recognition success rate caused by different NFC antenna positions in different electronic devices.

[0038] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the second identification member 13 is located between the first identification member 12 and the control board 11, thereby minimizing interference between the control board 11 and the first identification member 12 and the second identification member 13. Furthermore, the structure is compact to improve space utilization. The first identification member 12 includes a first identification portion 121 and a first connection portion 122 connecting the first identification portion 121 to the control board 11.

[0039] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion 122 includes a first vertical segment 1221 and a first horizontal segment 1222 connected to the first vertical segment 1221, the first vertical segment 1221 is connected to the first identification portion 121, the first horizontal segment 1222 is connected to the control panel 11, and the first horizontal segment 1222 is located below the second identification member 13.

[0040] In some embodiments, the NFC component 1 further includes a third identification element 14 electrically connected to the control board 11, which increases the recognition range and improves the recognition success rate. The third identification element 14 includes a third identification portion 141, which is parallel to the first identification portion 121. The area of ​​the first ring formed by the first identification portion 121 is different from the area of ​​the third ring formed by the third identification portion 141, so as to prevent interference caused by overlap between the first and third identification portions 121, 141.

[0041] In some embodiments, the third identification member 14 includes a third connecting portion 142 connecting the third identification portion 141 and the control panel 11, the third connecting portion 142 includes a third vertical segment 1421 and a third horizontal segment 1422 connected to the third vertical segment 1421, the third vertical segment 1421 is connected to the third identification portion 141, the third horizontal segment 1422 is connected to the control panel 11, and the third horizontal segment 1421 is located below the second identification member 13.

[0042] Ginseng Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 The cash register device 100 of the present embodiment includes a housing 2 and the NFC component 1. The NFC component 1 is used to facilitate electronic payment by bringing it into close proximity with an electronic device. Compared to barcode scanning or facial scanning, this improves payment efficiency and enhances the consumer's shopping experience. The electronic device includes, but is not limited to, a mobile phone or tablet.

[0043] The NFC component 1 can also be used for identity verification, and this application does not limit the function of the NFC component 1.

[0044] The housing 2 includes a first base portion 21, a second base portion 22, and a connecting portion 23 connecting the first base portion 21 and the second base portion 22. The connecting portion 23 extends upward from the first base portion 21 to elevate one end of the second base portion 22. The first identification member 12 is disposed on the first base portion 21, and the second identification member 13 is disposed on the connecting portion 23.

[0045] In some embodiments, the second identification element 13 is in a curved shape. Under the same projection area, the curved second identification element 13 has a larger area after being flattened, and has a stronger signal induction, which can improve the recognition speed and success rate.

[0046] In some embodiments, the second base 22 is tilted relative to the horizontal direction, and a hollow area 222 is formed below the second base 22 and the connecting portion 23 to facilitate fingers to pass through to grasp the second base 22 and quickly pick up the checkout device 100.

[0047] In some embodiments, the first base 21 includes an assembly portion 212 and a cover portion 213 connected to the assembly portion 212 , and the first identification member 12 is located below the cover portion 213 .

[0048] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes an indicator light 6 located below the cover portion 213. The cover portion 213 is provided with a light-transmitting portion 2131 for transmitting light emitted by the indicator light 6. The indicator light 6 can provide light guidance to attract consumers' attention, thereby promoting the application of NFC functionality.

[0049] In some embodiments, the light emitted by the indicator light 6 surrounds the first identification element 12 .

[0050] In some embodiments, when the cash register device 100 is in different states, the indicator light 6 can provide different guidance through different lighting forms. For example, in the normal standby state, the indicator light 6 can flash to attract the consumer's attention; when guiding payment, the indicator light 6 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 displayed to inform the payment result in the form of light. This application does not limit the form of the light.

[0051] In some embodiments, a guide text 2132 is provided on the cover portion 213 to guide payment methods. For example, the guide text 2132 is an NFC logo.

[0052] In some embodiments, the guide text 2132 is translucent, allowing the light emitted by the indicator light 6 to pass through. When the indicator light 6 guides payment, the guide text is illuminated.

[0053] In some embodiments, a plurality of indicator lights 6 may be provided, and the guide text and the light-transmitting portion 2131 may be transmitted by light emitted by the same indicator light 6 or by light emitted by different indicator lights 6 .

[0054] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a scanning device 4 disposed on the second base 22 for identifying payment information for electronic payment, thereby providing more payment methods, being more user-friendly, and improving the consumer experience. Payment information includes, but is not limited to, a payment code or barcode.

[0055] The housing 2 forms a receiving space (not shown), and the NFC component 1 and the scanning device 4 are located in the receiving space.

[0056] In some embodiments, when the cash register device 100 is placed on a countertop for use, the scanning device 4 faces upward to facilitate consumers to scan codes for payment.

[0057] In some embodiments, when the cash register device 100 is placed on a counter, the consumer can align the payment code with the scanning device 4 to make an electronic payment; the merchant can also hold the cash register device 100 to identify the consumer's payment code.

[0058] In some embodiments, the scanning device 4 can also be used by merchants to scan barcodes of products to enter the products.

[0059] In some embodiments, the scanning device 4 may be a camera or the like.

[0060] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 further includes a fill light (not shown) to provide fill light when light is insufficient, so as to improve the recognition efficiency of the scanning device 4 .

[0061] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a first display screen 31 disposed on the connecting portion 23 .

[0062] In some embodiments, the first display screen 31 is higher than the top surface of the cover portion 213 to prevent the cover portion 213 from blocking the first display screen 31 .

[0063] The first display screen 31 is fixed to the housing 2 and can be viewed by consumers. For example, it can display the amount to be paid. Consumers can intuitively know the amount to be paid without consulting the merchant, which frees up the merchant and further improves payment efficiency.

[0064] When the payment device 100 is in use, the first display screen 31 can not only display the amount to be paid, but also display merchant advertisements, operator discounts and other information; it can also display merchant store names, product discounts and other information. This application does not limit the function of the first display screen 31.

[0065] In some embodiments, the connecting portion 23 is tilted relative to the vertical direction, so that the first display screen 31 is tilted, making it easier for consumers to view the first display screen 31.

[0066] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a second display screen 32 arranged on the second base 22, which can be viewed by merchants. For example, it can display the amount to be paid, so that merchants can quickly know the amount to be paid. It can also be used for checking accounts and managing the cash register device 100, etc. This application does not limit the function of the second display screen 32.

[0067] The second display screen 32 is fixed to the housing 2 .

[0068] In some embodiments, the first display screen 31 is located between the first identification element 12 and the second display screen 32 , and the first identification element 12 is close to the consumer, making it convenient for the consumer to perform near-field communication payment.

[0069] The second display screen 32 can also be operated and viewed by consumers, for example, it can be used in a food ordering scenario.

[0070] The second base 22 is tilted relative to the horizontal direction to facilitate merchants to view the second display screen 32 .

[0071] In some embodiments, the first display screen 31 and the second display screen 32 may be various types of display screens, touch screens, broken code screens, or digital tubes, etc. This application does not limit the types of the first display screen 31 and the second display screen 32.

[0072] In some embodiments, the scanning device 4 is located between the first display screen 31 and the second display screen 32 .

[0073] In some embodiments, the first base 21 includes a first support portion 211 , the second base 22 includes a second support portion 221 , the first support portion 211 and the second support portion 221 are located at opposite ends of the length direction of the shell 2 , and the first identification member 12 is located above the first support portion 211 .

[0074] In some embodiments, the third identification portion 141 and the first identification portion 121 are parallel to a horizontal plane.

[0075] In some embodiments, when the cash register device 100 is placed on a table, the table supports the first support portion 211 and the second support portion 221 , and the second base portion 22 is tilted relative to the table.

[0076] In some embodiments, the length of the first base portion 21 is smaller than the length of the second base portion 22 .

[0077] In some embodiments, the contact area between the first support portion 211 and the table top is greater than the contact area between the second support portion 221 and the table top, so as to increase the stability of the cash register device 100 .

[0078] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a keyboard 5 disposed on the second base 22, which can be operated by the merchant, including but not limited to inputting the amount to be paid, turning the device on and off, adjusting the volume, etc.

[0079] The second base 22 is tilted relative to the horizontal plane to facilitate merchants to operate the keyboard 5.

[0080] In some embodiments, along the length direction of the shell 2, the keyboard 5 and the first identification member 12 are located at opposite ends of the shell 2, which not only makes it convenient for merchants to operate the keyboard 5, but also makes it convenient for merchants to view the second display screen 32, and also makes it convenient for consumers to pay by near-field communication.

[0081] In some embodiments, the second display screen 32 is located between the scanning device 4 and the keyboard 5 .

[0082] Ginseng Figure 3 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a speaker 71 located in the receiving space, and a sound hole 223 is provided at the bottom of the second base 22. The sound hole 223 is close to the connecting portion 23 to improve the sound effect; at the same time, when the cash register device 100 is placed on a table or held in hand, the sound hole 223 will not be blocked to avoid affecting the normal sound output; furthermore, the setting of the sound hole 223 will not affect the appearance of the cash register device 100.

[0083] In some embodiments, the speaker 71 can broadcast advertising information or payment method guidance or the amount to be paid or payment completion, etc., which is more convenient to use, can attract consumers and improve payment efficiency.

[0084] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a battery 72 located in the receiving space to provide electrical energy.

[0085] In some embodiments, the battery 72 may also be replaceable.

[0086] In some embodiments, the battery 72 may not be provided, and the payment device 100 may be powered by an external power source.

[0087] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a main board 73 , which is located in the receiving space. The NFC component 1 , the scanning device 4 , the indicator light 6 , the speaker 71 , and the battery 72 are electrically connected to the main board 73 .

[0088] In some embodiments, the speaker 71 , the battery 72 , and the mainboard 73 are disposed on the second base 22 .

[0089] In some embodiments, a power interface 224 is provided on the side of the second base 22 , and the power interface 224 is electrically connected to the mainboard 73 . Alternatively, the power interface 224 may not be provided, and the cash register device 100 is connected with a connecting line.

[0090] Ginseng Figure 8 and Figure 9 In some embodiments, the housing 2 includes an upper shell 24 and a lower shell 25 fixed to the upper shell 24. The upper shell 24 and the lower shell 25 enclose the receiving space.

[0091] In some embodiments, the upper shell 24 and the lower shell 25 can be fixed by means of snap fastening or screw locking.

[0092] The upper shell 24 includes a first upper main shell 241, a second upper main shell 242, and a first upper connecting shell 243 connecting the first upper main shell 241 and the second upper main shell 242. The lower shell 25 includes a first lower main shell 251, a second lower main shell 252, and a second lower connecting shell 253 connecting the first lower main shell 251 and the second lower main shell 252.

[0093] The assembly portion 212 is disposed on the first upper main shell 241 .

[0094] The first upper main shell 241 is located above the first lower main shell 251 . The first base 21 includes the first upper main shell 241 and the first lower main shell 251 .

[0095] The first upper connecting shell 243 is located above the second lower connecting shell 253 . The connecting portion 23 includes the first upper connecting shell 243 and the second lower connecting shell 253 .

[0096] The second upper main shell 242 is located above the second lower main shell 252 . The second base 22 includes the second upper main shell 242 and the second lower main shell 252 .

[0097] In some embodiments, the upper shell 24 further includes the cover portion 213 , and the cover portion 213 is connected to the first upper main shell 241 .

[0098] The receiving space includes a first space located between the cover portion 213 and the first upper main shell 241, a second space located between the first upper connecting shell 243 and the second lower connecting shell 253, a third space located between the first upper main shell 241 and the first lower main shell 251, and a fourth space located between the second upper main shell 242 and the second lower main shell 252.

[0099] In some embodiments, the first identification member 12, the third identification member 14 and the indicator light 6 are located in the first space, the second identification member 13 and the control board 11 are located in the second space, and the scanning device 4, the speaker 71, the battery 72 and the main board 73 are located in the fourth space.

[0100] Ginseng Figure 10 、 Figure 11 and Figure 12 The embodiment of the present application also provides a cash register assembly 200, including: a base 9 and the cash register device 100.

[0101] In some embodiments, the base 9 includes a main body 91 and a first boss 92 and a second boss 93 provided on the main body 91. The first boss 92 and the second boss 93 are used to support the cash register device 100. An avoidance space 921 is formed between the first boss 92 and the second boss 93 to facilitate picking up the cash register device 100.

[0102] In some embodiments, the hollow area 222 is located above the avoidance space 921 , and together they form a space for fingers to pass through, which is beneficial to the miniaturization of the cash register assembly 200 .

[0103] In some embodiments, the first boss 92 is provided with a first recess 922 for accommodating at least a portion of the first support portion 211 , and the second boss 93 is provided with a second recess 931 for accommodating at least a portion of the second support portion 221 , so as to increase the stability of the cash register device 100 .

[0104] In some embodiments, the base 9 is made of a non-metallic material so that the NFC component 1 is kept away from a metal surface to prevent the metal surface from interfering with the NFC component 1 and thereby improve the success rate of NFC recognition.

[0105] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a first conductive end (not shown), and the base 9 includes a second conductive end (not shown) electrically connected to the first conductive end, and the cash register device 100 can be charged through the base 9.

[0106] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 is fixed to the base 9 by magnetic attraction to increase the stability when the first conductive end contacts the second conductive end.

[0107] 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 conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application shall be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An NFC component, characterized in that: include: Control panel; a first identification member electrically connected to the control board; The second identification member is electrically connected to the control board, and the second identification member is tilted relative to the vertical direction.

2. The NFC component according to claim 1, characterized in that The first identification member includes a first identification portion and a first connecting portion connecting the first identification portion and the control panel, the first connecting portion includes a first vertical segment and a first horizontal segment connected to the first vertical segment, the first vertical segment is connected to the first identification portion, the first horizontal segment is connected to the control panel, and the first horizontal segment is located below the second identification member.

3. The NFC component according to claim 2, characterized in that The NFC component further includes a third identification member electrically connected to the control board, wherein the third identification member includes a third identification portion, and the third identification portion is parallel to the first identification portion.

4. The NFC component according to claim 3, characterized in that An area of ​​a first ring formed by the first identification portion is different from an area of ​​a third ring formed by the third identification portion.

5. The NFC component according to claim 3, characterized in that The third identification member includes a third connecting portion connecting the third identification part and the control panel, the third connecting portion includes a third vertical segment and a third horizontal segment connected to the third vertical segment, the third vertical segment is connected to the third identification part, the third horizontal segment is connected to the control panel, and the third horizontal segment is located below the second identification member.

6. A cash register device, characterized in that: include: A shell and an NFC component as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the NFC component is used to be close to an electronic device for electronic payment, the shell comprising a first base, a second base, and a connecting portion connecting the first base and the second base, the connecting portion extending upward from the first base, the first identification member being arranged on the first base, and the second identification member being arranged on the connecting portion.

7. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second base is tilted relative to a horizontal plane, and a hollow area is formed below the second base and the connecting portion.

8. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a scanning device arranged on the second base.

9. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a first display screen arranged on the connecting part.

10. The cash register device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The first base includes an assembly portion and a cover portion connected to the assembly portion. The first identification component is located below the cover portion, and the first display screen is higher than a top surface of the cover portion.

11. The cash register device according to claim 10, characterized in that: The cash register device includes an indicator light located below the cover portion, and the cover portion is provided with a light-transmitting portion for light emitted by the indicator light to pass through.

12. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a second display screen arranged on the second base.

13. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a keyboard disposed on the second base.

14. A cash register assembly, characterized in that: include: A base and a cash register device as claimed in any one of claims 6 to 13.

15. The cash register assembly according to claim 14, characterized in that: The base includes a main body and a first boss and a second boss arranged on the main body. The first boss and the second boss are used to support the cash register device, and an avoidance space is formed between the first boss and the second boss.

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