Goods taking mechanism and vending machine

Abstract

The goods taking mechanism comprises a body, a goods inlet is formed in the rear end of the body, a goods outlet is formed in the front end of the body, and a shielding mechanism which slides back and forth at the goods inlet and the goods outlet is installed on the body in a sliding mode. The first end of the goods blocking prevention plate is rotationally mounted at the goods outlet, and the second end of the goods blocking prevention plate extends into the self-locking mechanism; the self-locking mechanism has a locking state and an unlocking state; when the self-locking mechanism is in the locking state, the self-locking mechanism locks the second end of the anti-jamming pallet, and when the self-locking mechanism is in the unlocking state, the self-locking mechanism loosens the second end of the anti-jamming pallet. The second end of the anti-jamming plate is fixed through the self-locking mechanism, the anti-jamming plate or commodities are prevented from extruding the shielding mechanism from the interior of the goods taking mechanism when the shielding mechanism slides, the shielding mechanism is prevented from being propped against the inner wall to be stuck during sliding, the structure is simple, and the protection effect is good.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automatic vending machines, in particular to a pickup mechanism and an automatic vending machine. Background Art

[0002] Vending machines are commonly used equipment in commercial automation. They are not restricted by time and place, can save manpower and facilitate transactions. They are a new form of commercial retail, also known as 24-hour mini supermarkets.

[0003] Existing vending machines include those that use a drop-type dispensing mechanism, as well as those that use a pickup bucket, pickup basket, lifting platform, or other pickup mechanisms to receive and dispense goods. Examples of existing vending machines include the Chinese utility model patent application number CN201920556249.9, titled "A Pickup Bucket and Vending Machine with Anti-Theft Function," and the Chinese utility model patent application number CN201921337333.8, titled "A Lifting Platform." Both use a pickup mechanism to pick up goods, and a shielding mechanism, such as a rolling curtain or mesh belt, is provided on the pickup mechanism. When the pickup mechanism moves to the goods channel to pick up goods, the shielding mechanism shields the delivery port. After the pickup mechanism has picked up the goods, it moves to the pickup port of the vending machine, shielding the inlet and providing anti-theft protection. Both of the above patents set the shielding mechanism in the track of the picking mechanism for sliding, thereby improving the space utilization of the picking mechanism and reducing the volume of the picking mechanism.

[0004] Although the technology of using shielding mechanisms to block the inlet and outlet is relatively mature, after the goods enter the pickup mechanism, they will press against the inner wall of the shielding mechanism, causing the shielding mechanism to be stuck when the goods are pressed against the inner wall during sliding. Although some vending machines are equipped with anti-stuck cargo plates at the delivery outlet, if there are too many items in the pickup mechanism, the anti-stuck cargo plates will still press against the inner wall of the shielding mechanism, causing the shielding mechanism to be stuck.

[0005] In view of this, it is necessary to propose a new technical solution to solve the above technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a pickup mechanism and an automatic vending machine to solve the problems raised in the background technology.

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned objectives, in the first aspect, the utility model provides a cargo picking mechanism, including a main body, a cargo inlet opened at the rear end of the main body, a cargo outlet opened at the front end of the main body, the main body is equipped with a shielding mechanism that slides back and forth at the cargo inlet and the cargo outlet, the main body is equipped with a self-locking mechanism and an anti-stuck cargo plate, the self-locking mechanism is installed at the cargo outlet, the first end of the anti-stuck cargo plate is rotatably installed at the cargo outlet, and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate extends into the self-locking mechanism; the self-locking mechanism has a locked state and an unlocked state; when the self-locking mechanism is in the locked state, the self-locking mechanism locks the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate, and when the self-locking mechanism is in the unlocked state, the self-locking mechanism releases the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate.

[0008] In a further technical solution, a connecting piece is provided on the outer side of the anti-stuck cargo plate, and when the self-locking mechanism is in a locked state, the outer side of the connecting piece abuts against the shielding mechanism.

[0009] In a further technical solution, the connecting piece and the anti-stuck cargo plate are integrally formed.

[0010] In a further technical solution, a guide member is provided on the inner side of the anti-stuck cargo plate, and the guide member is connected to the anti-stuck cargo plate.

[0011] In a further technical solution, the guide member includes a mounting portion and a guiding portion, the first end of the mounting portion is connected to the anti-stuck cargo board, the first end of the guiding portion is connected to the second end of the mounting portion, and the second end of the guiding portion is connected to the anti-stuck cargo board.

[0012] In a further technical solution, the second end of the guide portion smoothly transitions to the anti-stuck cargo plate.

[0013] In a further technical solution, the surface of the guide portion protrudes outward or is recessed inward in an arc shape.

[0014] In a further technical solution, the guide member is equipped with a guide pin, and when the self-locking mechanism is in a locked state, the guide pin extends into the self-locking mechanism.

[0015] In a further technical solution, the self-locking mechanism includes a mounting frame and a lock, the mounting frame is installed on the main body, the lock is installed on the mounting frame, the lock has a self-locking cavity, and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate extends into the self-locking cavity.

[0016] In a second aspect, the present invention further provides an automatic vending machine including a pickup mechanism.

[0017] Compared with the existing technology, the present invention brings the following technical effects:

[0018] The picking mechanism of the utility model fixes the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate through a self-locking mechanism, thereby preventing the anti-stuck cargo plate or goods from squeezing the shielding mechanism from the inside of the picking mechanism when the shielding mechanism slides, and avoiding the shielding mechanism being stuck against the inner wall when sliding. The utility model has a simple structure and good protection effect.

[0019] The vending machine of the present utility model includes all the technical features and technical effects of the pickup mechanism, so they are not described in detail. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present invention and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0021] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the cargo picking mechanism of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 It is a structural diagram of the anti-stuck cargo pallet.

[0023] Figure 3 This is another structural diagram of the anti-stuck pallet.

[0024] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the self-locking mechanism.

[0025] Description of main component symbols:

[0026] 1. Main body; 11. Shipping port;

[0027] 2. Shielding mechanism;

[0028] 3. Self-locking mechanism; 31. Mounting frame; 32. Lock; 321. Self-locking chamber;

[0029] 4. Anti-stuck cargo plate; 41. Connecting piece; 42. Guide piece; 421. Mounting portion; 422. Guide portion; 43. Guide pin. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in detail. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended only to explain the present invention and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0031] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation to the present invention.

[0032] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, indirect connection through an intermediate medium, internal communication between two components, or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0034] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, when a first feature is "above" or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediary. Furthermore, when a first feature is "above," "above," or "above" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a higher level than the second feature. When a first feature is "below," "below," or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a lower level than the second feature.

[0035] Example 1

[0036] See Figure 1-4As shown, the picking mechanism includes a main body 1, a cargo inlet is opened at the rear end of the main body 1, and a cargo outlet 11 is opened at the front end of the main body 1, and the main body 1 is equipped with a shielding mechanism 2 that slides back and forth at the cargo inlet and the cargo outlet 11, and the main body 1 is equipped with a self-locking mechanism 3 and an anti-stuck cargo plate 4, the self-locking mechanism 3 is installed on the cargo outlet 11, the first end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 is rotatably installed on the cargo outlet 11, and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 extends into the self-locking mechanism 3; the self-locking mechanism 3 has a locked state and an unlocked state; when the self-locking mechanism 3 is in the locked state, the self-locking mechanism 3 locks the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4, and when the self-locking mechanism 3 is in the unlocked state, the self-locking mechanism 3 releases the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4.

[0037] The second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 is fixed by the self-locking mechanism 3 to prevent the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 or the goods from squeezing the shielding mechanism 2 from the inside of the picking mechanism when the shielding mechanism 2 slides, and to avoid the shielding mechanism 2 being stuck against the inner wall when sliding. The structure is simple and the protection effect is good.

[0038] It is understood that when the pickup mechanism moves to the aisle to pick up goods, the shielding mechanism 2 moves to the front of the main body 1 to block the delivery port 11, the self-locking mechanism 3 is locked, and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 rotates to the self-locking mechanism 3, which locks the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4. When the pickup mechanism has finished picking up the goods and moves to the delivery port 11 of the vending machine, the shielding mechanism 2 moves to the rear end of the pickup mechanism to block the delivery port to prevent theft. At the same time, the self-locking mechanism 3 is unlocked, and consumers can rotate the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 to pick up the purchased goods. After picking up the goods, the shielding mechanism 2 moves again to the front of the main body 1 to block the delivery port 11. Driven by the shielding mechanism 2, the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 rotates again to the self-locking mechanism 3.

[0039] It should be noted that the shielding mechanism 2 in this embodiment is a rolling curtain or a mesh belt.

[0040] In a further specific embodiment, a connecting piece 41 is provided on the outer side of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4. When the self-locking mechanism 3 is in the locked state, the outer side of the connecting piece 41 abuts against the shielding mechanism 2. The connecting piece 41 is integrally formed with the anti-stuck cargo plate 4.

[0041] It is understood that there is a certain gap between the shielding mechanism 2 and the anti-stuck cargo plate 4. The provision of the connecting member 41 allows the shielding mechanism 2 to rotate the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 via the connecting member 41 during movement, allowing the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 to smoothly enter the self-locking mechanism 3 and complete the locking. It should be noted that the thickness of the connecting member 41 is determined by the gap between the shielding mechanism 2 and the anti-stuck cargo plate 4, and the contact surface between the connecting member 41 and the shielding mechanism 2 is provided with a guide groove to reduce friction between the connecting member 41 and the shielding mechanism 2.

[0042] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3 As shown, in a further specific embodiment, a guide member 42 is provided on the inner side of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 , and the guide member 42 is connected to the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 .

[0043] Since the length of the products placed on the aisle of the vending machine, such as bottled goods such as mineral water, is usually longer than the depth of the pickup mechanism, when the mineral water enters the pickup mechanism from the aisle, the bottom of the mineral water will first fall into the main body 1, and the top of the mineral water will be pressed against the guide member 42. Under the guidance of the guide member 42, the mineral water will gradually slide to the other side of the guide member 42 until it is completely immersed in the main body 1, avoiding affecting the movement of the shielding mechanism 2.

[0044] It should be noted that the width of the picking mechanism is much larger than the width of the cargo aisle. Therefore, when picking up goods, the picking mechanism will align the side of the guide member 42 with the cargo aisle, so that the top of the mineral water will contact the guide member 42 after entering the picking mechanism.

[0045] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3 As shown, in a further specific embodiment, the guide member 42 includes a mounting portion 421 and a guide portion 422, the first end of the mounting portion 421 is connected to the anti-stuck cargo board 4, the first end of the guide portion 422 is connected to the second end of the mounting portion 421, and the second end of the guide portion 422 is connected to the anti-stuck cargo board 4.

[0046] As a preferred embodiment, the first end of the mounting portion 421 of this embodiment is connected to the end of the anti-jamming plate 4, and a triangle is formed between the mounting portion 421, the guide portion 422, and the top of the anti-jamming plate 4. When a cylindrical commodity such as mineral water is dropped onto the pickup mechanism, the guide portion 422 prevents the top of the mineral water from protruding from the pickup mechanism. Furthermore, the guide portion 422 is tilted, so when the top of the mineral water contacts the guide portion 422, it gradually slides to the side until it is submerged in the pickup mechanism.

[0047] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3As shown, in a further embodiment, the second end of the guide portion 422 smoothly transitions into the anti-stuck plate 4. The surface of the guide portion 422 either protrudes outward or is recessed inward, forming an arc. This arrangement allows columnar products, such as mineral water, to slide more easily when their tops contact the guide portion 422. As a preferred embodiment, the guide portion 422 of this embodiment protrudes outward into an arc.

[0048] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3 As shown in a further specific embodiment, the guide member 42 is installed with a guide pin 43. When the self-locking mechanism 3 is in the locked state, the guide pin 43 extends into the self-locking mechanism 3. It should be noted that the guide pin 43 is installed on the installation portion 421.

[0049] like Figure 1 、 Figure 4 As shown, in a further specific embodiment, the self-locking mechanism 3 includes a mounting frame 31 and a lock 32, the mounting frame 31 is installed on the main body 1, the lock 32 is installed on the mounting frame 31, the lock 32 has a self-locking cavity 321, and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate 4 extends into the self-locking cavity 321.

[0050] It will be appreciated that the vending machine of this embodiment includes a control mechanism. When the shielding mechanism 2 opens the inlet to block the outlet 11, the control mechanism controls the lock 32 to lock the guide pin 43 located within the self-locking cavity 321, preventing the guide pin 43 from moving. When the shielding mechanism 2 opens the outlet 11 to block the inlet, the control mechanism controls the lock 32 to unlock, allowing the guide pin 43 within the self-locking cavity 321 to rotate out of the self-locking mechanism 3.

[0051] Example 2

[0052] The automatic vending machine includes a pickup mechanism. This embodiment includes all the technical features and technical effects of the embodiment 1, and therefore will not be described in detail.

[0053] Descriptions such as "specific examples" or "some examples" mean 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 expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of different embodiments or examples, unless they are mutually inconsistent.

[0054] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. Ordinary technicians in this field can change, modify, replace and modify the above embodiments. As long as they meet the purpose of the present invention, they should be within the scope of protection required by the present invention, such as: different combinations of specific embodiments, different combinations of distinguishing technical features.

Claims

1. A picking mechanism, comprising a main body (1), wherein a cargo inlet is provided at the rear end of the main body (1), a cargo outlet (11) is provided at the front end of the main body (1), and a shielding mechanism (2) is installed on the main body (1) and slides back and forth between the cargo inlet and the cargo outlet (11), characterized in that: The body (1) is equipped with a self-locking mechanism (3) and an anti-stuck cargo plate (4), the self-locking mechanism (3) is installed on the delivery port (11), the first end of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4) is rotatably installed on the delivery port (11), and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4) extends into the self-locking mechanism (3); The self-locking mechanism (3) has a locked state and an unlocked state; When the self-locking mechanism (3) is in a locked state, the self-locking mechanism (3) locks the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4); when the self-locking mechanism (3) is in an unlocked state, the self-locking mechanism (3) releases the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4).

2. The pickup mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting piece (41) is provided on the outer side of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4); when the self-locking mechanism (3) is in a locked state, the outer side of the connecting piece (41) abuts against the shielding mechanism (2).

3. The pickup mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting piece (41) and the anti-stuck cargo plate (4) are integrally formed.

4. The pickup mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A guide member (42) is provided on the inner side of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4), and the guide member (42) is connected to the anti-stuck cargo plate (4).

5. The pickup mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The guide member (42) includes a mounting portion (421) and a guide portion (422), wherein a first end of the mounting portion (421) is connected to the anti-stuck cargo plate (4), a first end of the guide portion (422) is connected to a second end of the mounting portion (421), and a second end of the guide portion (422) is connected to the anti-stuck cargo plate (4).

6. The pickup mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second end of the guide portion (422) smoothly transitions to the anti-stuck cargo plate (4).

7. The pickup mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The surface of the guide portion (422) is protruding outward or concave inward in an arc shape.

8. The pickup mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The guide member (42) is provided with a guide pin (43), and when the self-locking mechanism (3) is in a locked state, the guide pin (43) extends into the self-locking mechanism (3).

9. The pickup mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The self-locking mechanism (3) comprises a mounting frame (31) and a lock (32), wherein the mounting frame (31) is mounted on the body (1), and the lock (32) is mounted on the mounting frame (31), and the lock (32) is provided with a self-locking cavity (321), and the second end of the anti-stuck cargo plate (4) extends into the self-locking cavity (321).

10. Automatic vending machine, characterized by: Including the pickup mechanism described in any one of claims 1-9.

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