Clamping jaw mechanism and doll catching machine

By designing a detachable clamping mechanism, the connecting structure between the boom and the power unit can be detachably and rotatably connected, and the boom can be easily replaced by using a pin shaft and a locking mechanism, which solves the problem of cumbersome boom replacement in the existing technology, reduces costs and improves safety.

CN223324013UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-12GUANGZHOU DREAMFUNS AMUSEMENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422556780.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-22
Publication Date
2025-09-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The movable arm, tripod and connecting rod of the existing claw machine gripper are fixed by rivets, so when the movable arm is replaced, the entire gripper needs to be replaced, which is cumbersome and poses a safety hazard.

Method used

A clamping mechanism is designed, in which the movable arm and the power unit connection structure are detachably connected and rotatable. The connecting arm includes a fixed arm and a movable arm. The movable arm is detachably fixed by a pin shaft and a locking mechanism. The movable arm can rotate around the pin shaft, simplifying the replacement process.

Benefits of technology

The boom can be easily replaced, which reduces replacement costs, avoids the need to replace the entire gripper due to boom replacement, and improves operational safety.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a clamping jaw mechanism and a doll catching machine, and relates to the technical field of clamping jaw mechanisms, the clamping jaw mechanism comprises a power part connecting structure, a fixed part connecting structure, a movable arm and a connecting arm; the movable arm is detachably and rotatably connected with the power part connecting structure; a pin hole is formed in the movable arm; the connecting arm comprises a fixed arm and a movable arm which are arranged in a clearance mode. The clearance is used for containing the movable arm. A first connecting hole is formed in the upper end of the fixed arm, a pin shaft protruding towards one side of the movable arm is arranged at the lower end of the fixed arm, and the pin shaft is used for being connected with the pin hole; a second connecting hole is formed in the upper end of the movable arm, and a first lock hook is arranged at the lower end of the movable arm; the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are rotationally connected with the fixing part connecting structure through connecting shafts, and the pin shaft is located on the movement path of the first lock hook. A locking mechanism is arranged on the fixed arm or the movable arm, and is used for relatively fixing the fixed arm and the movable arm after being locked.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of clamping claw mechanisms, in particular to a clamping claw mechanism and a claw machine. Background Art

[0002] As claw machine gameplay continues to innovate, the variety of prizes available is also increasing. The claws of the claw machine, which directly contact the prizes, require a suitable arm for optimal gripping. Easily replaceable arms help reduce replacement costs and time.

[0003] The movable arm, tripod and connecting rod of the existing claw machine are fixed by rivets. If the movable arm is replaced, the entire claw needs to be replaced, which is very troublesome and the hands of the repairer are easily injured. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a clamping claw mechanism and a claw machine, so as to alleviate the technical problem that the existing clamping claw mechanism cannot be disassembled.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a clamping mechanism comprising: a power part connection structure, a fixed part connection structure, a movable arm and a connecting arm;

[0006] The movable arm is detachably connected to the power unit connection structure;

[0007] A pin hole is provided on the movable arm; the connecting arm includes a fixed arm and a movable arm with a gap set therein, and the gap is used to accommodate the movable arm; a first connecting hole is provided at the upper end of the fixed arm, and a pin shaft protruding toward one side of the movable arm is provided at the lower end of the fixed arm, and the pin shaft is used to connect with the pin hole; a second connecting hole is provided at the upper end of the movable arm, and a first locking hook is provided at the lower end of the movable arm; the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are both rotatably connected to the fixed part connecting structure through a connecting shaft, and the pin shaft is located on the movement path of the first locking hook; a locking mechanism is provided on the fixed arm or the movable arm, and the locking mechanism is used to relatively fix the fixed arm and the movable arm after being locked.

[0008] Furthermore, an axial hole is provided on the movable arm; the clamping mechanism also includes a threaded rod; a connecting seat is provided on the power part connecting structure, and the connecting seat includes two first ear plates arranged at intervals, each first ear plate is provided with a first screw hole, the movable arm is arranged between the two first ear plates, the threaded rod passes through the axial hole, and the threaded rod is threadedly connected to the two first screw holes.

[0009] Furthermore, the threaded rod is a locking bolt.

[0010] Furthermore, the locking mechanism includes a knob and a screw, and one end of the screw is coaxially connected to the knob;

[0011] The fixing arm is provided with a second screw hole, and the screw rod is threadedly connected to the second screw hole;

[0012] A second locking hook is provided on the movable arm, the screw is located on the movement path of the second locking hook, and the knob and the fixed arm are used to clamp the movable arm so that the movable arm and the fixed arm are relatively fixed.

[0013] Furthermore, the number of the movable arms and connecting arms is at least two, and they correspond one to one.

[0014] Furthermore, the power unit connection structure includes a connecting piece, a limiting piece and a magnetic rod;

[0015] All of the movable arms are connected to the connecting member;

[0016] The limiting member is connected to the connecting member, and the limiting member is used to limit the rotation range of the movable arm;

[0017] The magnetic attraction rod is connected to the connecting piece, and the magnetic attraction rod is used to be connected to the driving mechanism.

[0018] Furthermore, the fixing portion connection structure includes a fixing ring and a fixing piece, the number of the fixing pieces is the same as the number of the connecting arms, and the number of the fixing pieces corresponds to the number of the connecting arms; the connecting arms are connected to the fixing pieces;

[0019] The fixing member is detachably connected to the fixing ring.

[0020] Furthermore, the fixing member includes an upper clamping claw, an intermediate transition portion and a lower clamping claw connected in sequence, and the upper clamping claw and the lower clamping claw are respectively clamped on the upper and lower edges of the fixing ring;

[0021] A second ear plate is provided on the intermediate transition portion, and the connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the second ear plate;

[0022] The intermediate transition portion is further provided with a mounting hole, and the fixing ring is provided with a third screw hole; the clamping mechanism further comprises a first screw, which passes through the mounting hole and is threadedly connected to the third screw hole.

[0023] Furthermore, the connecting shaft is a rivet.

[0024] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a claw machine comprising the above-mentioned clamping mechanism.

[0025] The utility model has at least the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0026] The clamping mechanism provided by the utility model includes: a power part connecting structure, a fixed part connecting structure, a movable arm and a connecting arm; the movable arm is detachably connected to the power part connecting structure; a pin hole is provided on the movable arm; the connecting arm includes a fixed arm and a movable arm with a gap, and the gap is used to accommodate the movable arm; the upper end of the fixed arm is provided with a first connecting hole, and the lower end of the fixed arm is provided with a pin shaft protruding toward one side of the movable arm, and the pin shaft is used to connect with the pin hole; the upper end of the movable arm is provided with a second connecting hole, and the lower end of the movable arm is provided with a first locking hook; the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are both rotatably connected to the fixed part connecting structure through a connecting shaft, and the pin shaft is located on the movement path of the first locking hook; a locking mechanism is provided on the fixed arm or the movable arm, and the locking mechanism is used to relatively fix the fixed arm and the movable arm after being locked.

[0027] During installation, the movable arm is first rotated about the connecting axis to an angle, thereby offsetting the fixed and movable arms. The pin hole on the movable arm is then aligned with the pin on the fixed arm and inserted into the movable arm. The movable arm is then rotated in the opposite direction until the first locking hook on it engages the pin. The locking mechanism then locks the fixed and movable arms together, securing the movable arm and allowing it to rotate about the pin. Finally, the movable arm is connected to the power unit connection structure. All connections associated with replacing the movable arm are flexible and easy to operate. This eliminates the need to replace the entire clamping jaw to replace the movable arm, saving costs.

[0028] The doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention includes the above-mentioned clamping mechanism. Since the doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention adopts the above-mentioned clamping mechanism, the doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention also has the advantages of the clamping mechanism. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0030] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a clamping mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 An exploded view of the clamping mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 3 An exploded view of the connection structure of the fixed portion of the clamping mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention (the clamping tube is not shown);

[0033] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the connection structure of the power part of the clamping mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0034] Icons: 1-claw tube; 2-fixing ring; 3-third screw; 4-fixing part; 5-movable arm; 6-fixed arm; 7-rivet; 8-first screw; 9-knob; 10-magnetic rod; 11-limiting part; 12-connecting part; 13-second screw; 14-movable arm; 15-anti-loosening bolt. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0036] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0037] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer" and the like, indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientations or positional relationships in which the utility model product is typically placed when in use. These terms are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and to simplify the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used solely to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0039] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not necessarily mean that a component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.

[0040] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections, electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] like Figure 1 - Figure 4 As shown, the clamping mechanism provided by the present invention includes: a power part connection structure, a fixed part connection structure, a movable arm 14 and a connecting arm.

[0042] The power part connection structure is connected to the driving mechanism, and the driving mechanism is used to drive the movable arm 14 to open and close through the power part connection structure. When the movable arm 14 opens and closes, the fixed part connection structure remains in a fixed position in space.

[0043] The movable arm 14 is detachably connected to the power unit connection structure.

[0044] The power part connection structure may include a connector 12, a limiter 11 and a magnetic rod 10. All of the movable arms 14 are connected to the connector 12. The number of movable arms 14 may be two, three, four or more. In this embodiment, the number of movable arms 14 is three, and the corresponding connector 12 is roughly triangular in shape, and the movable arms 14 are connected to the corners of the connector 12. The shape of the limiter 11 is also roughly triangular, and the limiter 11 is connected to the top surface of the connector 12. The limiter 11 is used to limit the rotation range of the movable arm 14 to prevent it from opening too wide. The magnetic rod 10 is located above the limiter 11, and a second screw 13 can be used to pass through the connector 12, the limiter 11 and the magnetic rod 10 in sequence to connect the three. The magnetic rod 10 is used to connect to the driving mechanism.

[0045] The rear end of the movable arm 14 is provided with an axial hole extending through its left and right side walls. The clamping mechanism also includes a threaded rod, such as a locking bolt 15. The connector 12 is provided with a connecting seat, which includes two first lugs spaced apart, each of which is provided with a first screw hole. The movable arm 14 is positioned between the two first lugs. The threaded rod passes through the axial hole and is threadedly connected to both first screw holes.

[0046] The fixing portion connection structure includes a claw tube 1, a fixing ring 2, and a fixing member 4. The number of fixing members 4 is the same as the number of connecting arms, and they correspond one to one. The connecting arms are connected to the outer wall of the fixing member 4, and the claw tube 1 is connected to the inner side of the fixing member 4. The fixing member 4 and the fixing ring 2 are detachably connected to facilitate component replacement.

[0047] The fixing member 4 is roughly shaped like a [, and comprises an upper jaw, an intermediate transition portion, and a lower jaw, which are connected in sequence. The upper and lower jaws respectively engage the upper and lower edges of the fixing ring 2 to prevent the fixing member 4 from moving up and down. The intermediate transition portion is provided with a second lug, and the connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the second lug. The intermediate transition portion is also provided with a mounting hole, and the fixing ring 2 is provided with a third screw hole. A first screw 8 is passed through the mounting hole and then threadedly connected to the third screw hole, thereby locking the fixing member 4 to the fixing ring 2.

[0048] The third screw 3 can be used to pass through the fixing ring 2 and abut against the outer wall of the claw tube 1, so as to lock and fix the claw tube 1 and the fixing ring 2 together.

[0049] The movable arm 14 is provided with a pin hole. The connecting arm includes a fixed arm 6 and a movable arm 5 with a gap provided therebetween, and the gap is used to accommodate the movable arm 14. The upper end of the fixed arm 6 is provided with a first connecting hole, and the lower end of the fixed arm 6 is provided with a pin shaft protruding toward one side of the movable arm 5, and the pin shaft is used to connect with the pin hole. The upper end of the movable arm 5 is provided with a second connecting hole, and the lower end of the movable arm 5 is provided with a first locking hook. The first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are both rotatably connected to the second ear plate via a connecting shaft, and the pin shaft is located on the movement path of the first locking hook. When the movable arm 5 rotates to coincide with the fixed arm 6, the first locking hook and the pin shaft are connected together. The connecting shaft can be a rivet 7.

[0050] The locking mechanism includes a knob 9 and a screw, one end of which is coaxially connected to the knob 9. A second screw hole is provided on the fixed arm 6, and the screw is threadedly connected to the second screw hole. By rotating the knob 9, the distance between the knob 9 and the fixed arm 6 can be changed. A second locking hook is provided on the movable arm 5, and the screw is located in the movement path of the second locking hook. When it is necessary to lock the fixed arm 6 and the movable arm 5, the user can rotate the knob 9 so that the knob 9 and the fixed arm 6 are used to clamp the movable arm 5, so that the movable arm 5 is fixed relative to the fixed arm 6. Rotating the knob 9 in the opposite direction can release the movable arm 5, facilitating the disassembly of the movable arm 14.

[0051] During installation, the movable arm 5 can be rotated around the connecting axis by an angle so that the fixed arm 6 and the movable arm 5 are staggered. Then, the pin hole on the movable arm 14 is aligned with the pin shaft on the fixed arm 6 and the movable arm 14 is inserted. Then, the movable arm 5 is rotated in the opposite direction until the first locking hook on it is connected to the pin shaft. Then, the locking mechanism is used to lock the fixed arm 6 and the movable arm 5. The fixed arm 6 and the movable arm 5 clamp the movable arm 14. The movable arm 14 cannot fall out and can rotate around the pin shaft. Finally, the movable arm 14 is connected to the power unit connection structure. The connection points associated with replacing the movable arm 14 are all movable connections and easy to operate. There is no need to replace the entire clamping jaw to replace the movable arm 14, which saves costs.

[0052] The doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention includes the above-mentioned clamping mechanism. Since the doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention adopts the above-mentioned clamping mechanism, the doll grabbing machine provided by the present invention also has the advantages of the clamping mechanism.

[0053] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the above embodiments, or replace some or all of the technical features therein with equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A clamping mechanism, characterized in that: include: A power part connection structure, a fixed part connection structure, a movable arm (14) and a connecting arm; The movable arm (14) is detachably connected to the power unit connection structure; The movable arm (14) is provided with a pin hole; the connecting arm comprises a fixed arm (6) and a movable arm (5) with a gap, the gap being used to accommodate the movable arm (14); the upper end of the fixed arm (6) is provided with a first connecting hole, the lower end of the fixed arm (6) is provided with a pin shaft protruding toward one side of the movable arm (5), the pin shaft being used to connect with the pin hole; the upper end of the movable arm (5) is provided with a second connecting hole, the lower end of the movable arm (5) is provided with a first locking hook; the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole are both rotatably connected to the fixed portion connecting structure through a connecting shaft, and the pin shaft is located on the movement path of the first locking hook; a locking mechanism is provided on the fixed arm (6) or the movable arm (5), and the locking mechanism is used to relatively fix the fixed arm (6) and the movable arm (5) after being locked.

2. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable arm (14) is provided with an axial hole; the clamping mechanism also includes a threaded rod; the power unit connection structure is provided with a connecting seat, the connecting seat includes two first ear plates arranged at intervals, each first ear plate is provided with a first screw hole, the movable arm (14) is arranged between the two first ear plates, the threaded rod passes through the axial hole, and the threaded rod is threadedly connected to the two first screw holes.

3. The clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The threaded rod is a locking bolt (15).

4. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism comprises a knob (9) and a screw, one end of the screw being coaxially connected to the knob (9); A second screw hole is provided on the fixed arm (6), and the screw rod is threadedly connected to the second screw hole; A second locking hook is provided on the movable arm (5), the screw is located on the movement path of the second locking hook, and the knob (9) and the fixed arm (6) are used to clamp the movable arm (5) so that the movable arm (5) and the fixed arm (6) are relatively fixed.

5. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the movable arms (14) and the connecting arms is at least two, and they correspond one to one.

6. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power unit connection structure comprises a connecting member (12), a limiting member (11) and a magnetic attraction rod (10); All the movable arms (14) are connected to the connecting member (12); The limiting member (11) is connected to the connecting member (12), and the limiting member (11) is used to limit the rotation range of the movable arm (14); The magnetic attraction rod (10) is connected to the connecting piece (12), and the magnetic attraction rod (10) is used to be connected to a driving mechanism.

7. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing portion connection structure comprises a fixing ring (2) and a fixing member (4), wherein the number of the fixing members (4) is the same as the number of the connecting arms and corresponds one to one; the connecting arms are connected to the fixing members (4); The fixing member (4) is detachably connected to the fixing ring (2).

8. The clamping mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The fixing member (4) comprises an upper clamping claw, an intermediate transition portion and a lower clamping claw connected in sequence, and the upper clamping claw and the lower clamping claw are respectively clamped on the upper and lower edges of the fixing ring (2); A second ear plate is provided on the intermediate transition portion, and the connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the second ear plate; The intermediate transition portion is also provided with a mounting hole, and the fixing ring (2) is provided with a third screw hole; the clamping mechanism further comprises a first screw (8), which passes through the mounting hole and is threadedly connected to the third screw hole.

9. The clamping mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The connecting shaft is a rivet.

10. A claw machine, characterized in that: The invention comprises the clamping mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 9.