Self-service operation device for old-age care service
By designing a card-swiping module, the problem of elderly people falling due to cards slipping when using self-service devices was solved, achieving stable card placement and convenient retrieval, thus improving safety.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423116991.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-17
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-31
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-17
AI Technical Summary
When elderly people use self-service devices for elderly care services, they are prone to falling when bending over to pick up slipped cards due to physical inflexibility or decreased balance, which can lead to fractures or other injuries.
Design a card swiping module, including a hollow box, a sliding slot, a buffer spring, a card block, a transmission component, and a locking component. The card is stably placed by pressing it down, and the card is ejected by pulling it, avoiding the risk of leaving the card behind or dropping it.
The card is placed stably after being swiped, making it easy to retrieve and reducing the risk of elderly people falling while bending over to pick up the card, thus improving safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of self-service operation device technology, specifically a self-service operation device for elderly care services. Background Technology
[0002] Self-service devices for elderly care are designed specifically for seniors to meet their self-help needs in daily life, health management, and emergencies. Seniors can operate these devices independently to perform activities such as health monitoring, safety supervision, and daily living assistance, thereby obtaining necessary help in their daily lives, significantly improving their quality of life, and enabling them to enjoy their later years more independently and comfortably.
[0003] The card reader area of self-service elderly care devices is usually designed with an angled surface. This design forces users to hold the card with their hand while using it. This physical contact and interaction enhances the user's memory and attention to the card, which can greatly reduce the probability of forgetting the card after the transaction is completed.
[0004] While the sloping design of the card reader area in the self-service elderly care device reduces the probability of forgetting the card, it also increases the risk of the card slipping. When elderly people bend over to pick up the slipped card, they may fall due to their lack of flexibility or decreased balance, resulting in fractures or other injuries, thus threatening their personal safety. Therefore, a self-service elderly care device is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a self-service device for elderly care services, in order to solve the problem that elderly people may fall and suffer fractures or other injuries when bending over to pick up a slipped card due to their lack of flexibility or decreased balance.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0007] A self-service elderly care device includes a main unit, a sticker box, and a printer. The sticker box is fixedly connected to the outside of the main unit, and the printer is located inside the main unit. A card-swiping module is fixedly connected to the inside of the main unit. The card-swiping module includes a hollow box with a sliding groove on one side. A grooved rod is fixedly connected to the front end of the hollow box, and a buffer spring is disposed inside the grooved rod. One end of the buffer spring is fixedly connected to a locking block. A transmission component is slidably connected to the inside of the sliding groove. A card-swiping plate is slidably connected to the inside of the hollow box, and a [missing information - likely a device name or component] is fixedly connected to the rear end of the card-swiping plate. A collar, the inner side of which is equipped with a locking assembly; the transmission assembly includes a long rod, the outer side of which is fixedly connected to a column head, the inner side of which is fixedly connected to a toothed piece, and the outer side of which is fixedly connected to a compression spring; the locking assembly includes a plug, the upper end of which is fixedly connected to a pad, the pad being fixedly connected to a spring piece by bolts, the upper end of which is fixedly connected to a support spring, one end of which is fixedly connected to a return spring, one end of which is fixedly connected to a limit post, and one end of which is fixedly connected to a hollow tube, the inner side of which has a tube groove.
[0008] As a further optimization of this utility model, the inner side of the hollow box is fitted with the outer side of the card reader, the inner side of the sliding groove is fitted with the outer side of the transmission assembly, the included angle between the grooved bar and the hollow box is 90°, and the upper end face of the grooved bar is parallel to the lower end face of the card reader.
[0009] As a further optimization of this utility model, two buffer springs are provided, which are parallel to each other. The positions of the buffer springs correspond one-to-one with the positions of the locking blocks, and the included angle between the buffer springs and the locking blocks is 90°.
[0010] As a further optimization of this utility model, the upper end of the card block is arc-shaped, the front and rear ends of the card block are inclined, the card blocks are symmetrically distributed at the front end of the card reader, and the central axis of the collar and the central axis of the locking assembly are on the same straight line.
[0011] As a further optimization of this utility model, the following features are provided: the angle between the column head and the long rod is 90°; one end of the column head is arc-shaped; the toothed plate is located inside the printer; the angle between the toothed plate and the long rod is 90°; two compression springs are provided, and the two compression springs are symmetrically distributed; one end of each compression spring is fixedly connected to the main unit.
[0012] As a further optimization of this utility model, the outer side of the plug is fitted with the inner side of the collar, one end of the support spring is fixedly connected to a spring plate, the central axis of the return spring and the central axis of the limiting post are on the same straight line, and the included angle between the return spring and the plug is 90°.
[0013] As a further optimization of this utility model, the following features are provided: a host is fixedly connected to the rear end of the hollow tube; the central axis of the hollow tube and the central axis of the plug are on the same straight line; a column head is slidably connected to the inner side of the inter-tube slot; two inter-tube slots are provided, and the two inter-tube slots are symmetrically distributed on the inner side of the hollow tube.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0015] In this invention, the card-swiping module allows the card to be placed stably after swiping by pressing it. When a receipt is obtained by simply pulling it, the card ejection mechanism is triggered, allowing the card to be easily ejected and retrieved by the user. This not only avoids leaving the card behind due to forgetfulness but also reduces the risk of elderly people falling while bending over to pick up slipped cards. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the card swiping module structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the card swiping module of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the card reader module of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission component structure of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the locking component structure of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the locking component of this utility model.
[0023] In the diagram: 1. Main unit; 2. Paste box; 3. Printer; 4. Card reader module; 41. Hollow box; 42. Sliding groove; 43. Grooved bar; 44. Buffer spring; 45. Locking block; 46. Transmission assembly; 461. Long rod; 462. Column head; 463. Gear; 464. Compression spring; 47. Card reader plate; 48. Collar; 49. Locking assembly; 491. Plug; 492. Pad; 493. Spring; 494. Support spring; 495. Return spring; 496. Limiting post; 497. Hollow tube; 498. Inter-tube slot. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0025] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.
[0026] Please see Figure 1-7 This utility model provides a technical solution:
[0027] A self-service elderly care device includes a main unit 1, a pasting box 2, and a printer 3. The pasting box 2 is fixedly connected to the outside of the main unit 1, and the printer 3 is located inside the main unit 1. A card swiping module 4 is fixedly connected to the inside of the main unit 1. The card swiping module 4 includes a hollow box 41 with a sliding groove 42 on one side. A grooved rod 43 is fixedly connected to the front end of the hollow box 41, and a buffer spring 44 is provided inside the grooved rod 43. A locking block 45 is fixedly connected to one end of the buffer spring 44. A transmission component 46 is slidably connected inside the sliding groove 42. A card swiping plate 47 is slidably connected inside the hollow box 41, and a collar 48 is fixedly connected to the rear end of the card swiping plate 47. A locking assembly is installed inside the collar 48. Component 49, transmission assembly 46 includes a long rod 461, a column head 462 fixedly connected to the outer side of the long rod 461, a toothed piece 463 fixedly connected to the inner side of the long rod 461, and a compression spring 464 fixedly connected to the outer side of the long rod 461. Locking assembly 49 includes a plug 491, a pad 492 fixedly connected to the upper end of the plug 491, a spring 493 fixedly connected to the pad 492 by bolts, a support spring 494 fixedly connected to the upper end of the plug 491, a return spring 495 fixedly connected to one end of the plug 491, a limit post 496 fixedly connected to one end of the plug 491, and a hollow tube 497 fixedly connected to one end of the return spring 495. A tube groove 498 is opened on the inner side of the hollow tube 497.
[0028] As a further implementation of this scheme, the outer side of the plug 491 is fitted with the inner side of the collar 48, one end of the support spring 494 is fixedly connected to the spring plate 493, the central axis of the return spring 495 and the central axis of the limit post 496 are on the same straight line, and the included angle between the return spring 495 and the plug 491 is 90°. This arrangement is conducive to the transmission of force between components and improves the operating accuracy of the device.
[0029] As a further implementation of this solution, two buffer springs 44 are provided, which are parallel to each other. The positions of the buffer springs 44 correspond one-to-one with the positions of the locking blocks 45. The angle between the buffer springs 44 and the locking blocks 45 is 90°. This design can achieve a better buffering effect and extend the service life of the device.
[0030] As a further implementation of this solution, the upper end of the card block 45 is arc-shaped, the front and rear ends of the card block 45 are inclined, the card blocks 45 are symmetrically distributed at the front end of the card reader 47, and the central axis of the collar 48 and the central axis of the locking component 49 are on the same straight line. This design allows for a certain gap between the components, making it convenient for the operator to operate.
[0031] As a further implementation of this solution, the inner side of the hollow box 41 is attached to the outer side of the card reader 47, the inner side of the sliding groove 42 is attached to the outer side of the transmission assembly 46, the included angle between the grooved bar 43 and the hollow box 41 is 90°, and the upper end face of the grooved bar 43 is parallel to the lower end face of the card reader 47. This is more reasonable and conducive to the cooperation between the components.
[0032] As a further implementation of this solution, the rear end of the hollow tube 497 is fixedly connected to the host 1. The central axis of the hollow tube 497 and the central axis of the plug 491 are on the same straight line. The inner side of the tube groove 498 is slidably connected to the column head 462. There are two tube grooves 498, which are symmetrically distributed on the inner side of the hollow tube 497. This design can enhance the wedge fit between components and better achieve the operating effect of the device.
[0033] As a further implementation of this solution, the angle between the column head 462 and the long rod 461 is 90°, one end of the column head 462 is arc-shaped, the toothed plate 463 is located inside the printer 3, the angle between the toothed plate 463 and the long rod 461 is 90°, and two compression springs 464 are provided, which are symmetrically distributed. One end of the compression spring 464 is fixedly connected to the host 1. This design allows the component to quickly reset without being subjected to external force.
[0034] Workflow: When using the device, the host unit 1 can be operated by scanning the QR code pasted in the pasting frame 2. Alternatively, a credential card containing personal information, such as an ID card or social security card, can be placed on the surface of the card reader 47. Pressing the card will move the card reader 47, causing it to move simultaneously with the movement of the card reader 47. Because the outer side of the card reader 47 is in contact with the inner side of the hollow box 41, and the inner side of the collar 48 is in contact with the outer side of the plug 491, the card reader... 47 can smoothly slide inside the hollow box 41 and push the plug 491. The movement of the plug 491 will compress the return spring 495, causing the return spring 495 to deform. At the same time, when the plug 491 moves, it will drive the spring 493 to move through the pad 492, and make the spring 493 engage in the inter-tube slot 498 opened in the rear half of the hollow tube 497. At this time, the card will be inside the hollow box 41. Without pressing the card, there is no need to worry about the card slipping out, freeing the operator from the hassle of swiping the card. When the user finishes operating the main unit 1, the main unit 1 will print a receipt via printer 3. When the user pulls the receipt, the receipt will compress the toothed plate 463, causing the compression spring 464 to deform. Simultaneously, the toothed plate 463 will move the long rod 461, causing the column head 462 to slide in the inter-tube slot 498. The column head 462 will compress the spring 493, causing the spring 493 to no longer be stuck in the inter-tube slot 498. At this point, the reset spring... When the spring 495 returns to its original shape, it will push the plunger 491 to move. The movement of the plunger 491 will drive the spring 493 to move through the pad 492, so that the plunger 491 will reset. The locking block 45 can prevent the plunger 491 from exerting too much force on the card reader 47 when it resets, which would cause the card to fly away. It can also make the card lock between the card reader 47 and the locking block 45 at a certain angle for easy removal. When the card is removed, the force generated by the card pressing the locking block 45 will be absorbed by the buffer spring 44 to avoid damage to the card.
[0035] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A self-service device for elderly care, comprising a main unit (1), a pasting box (2), and a printer (3), characterized in that: A pasting frame (2) is fixedly connected to the outside of the host (1). A printer (3) is opened on the inside of the host (1). A card swiping module (4) is fixedly connected to the inside of the host (1). The card swiping module (4) includes a hollow box (41). A sliding groove (42) is opened on one side of the hollow box (41). A grooved bar (43) is fixedly connected to the front end of the hollow box (41). A buffer spring (44) is provided on the inside of the grooved bar (43). A card block (45) is fixedly connected to one end of the buffer spring (44). A transmission component (46) is slidably connected to the inside of the sliding groove (42). A card swiping plate (47) is slidably connected to the inside of the hollow box (41). A collar (48) is fixedly connected to the rear end of the card swiping plate (47). A locking component (49) is installed on the inside of the collar (48). The transmission assembly (46) includes a long rod (461), a column head (462) is fixedly connected to the outside of the long rod (461), a toothed piece (463) is fixedly connected to the inside of the long rod (461), and a compression spring (464) is fixedly connected to the outside of the long rod (461). The locking assembly (49) includes a plug (491), a pad (492) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the plug (491), a spring (493) is fixedly connected to the pad (492) by bolts, a support spring (494) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the plug (491), a return spring (495) is fixedly connected to one end of the plug (491), a limit post (496) is fixedly connected to one end of the plug (491), a hollow tube (497) is fixedly connected to one end of the return spring (495), and a tube groove (498) is opened on the inner side of the hollow tube (497).
2. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side of the hollow box (41) is attached to the outer side of the card reader (47), the inner side of the sliding groove (42) is attached to the outer side of the transmission assembly (46), the included angle between the grooved bar (43) and the hollow box (41) is 90°, and the upper end face of the grooved bar (43) is parallel to the lower end face of the card reader (47).
3. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two buffer springs (44) are provided, and the two buffer springs (44) are parallel to each other. The positions of the buffer springs (44) correspond one-to-one with the positions of the locking blocks (45). The included angle between the buffer springs (44) and the locking blocks (45) is 90°.
4. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the card block (45) is arc-shaped, the front and rear ends of the card block (45) are inclined, the card blocks (45) are symmetrically distributed at the front end of the card reader (47), and the central axis of the collar (48) and the central axis of the locking assembly (49) are on the same straight line.
5. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: The angle between the column head (462) and the long rod (461) is 90°. One end of the column head (462) is arc-shaped. The toothed plate (463) is located inside the printer (3). The angle between the toothed plate (463) and the long rod (461) is 90°. There are two compression springs (464). The two compression springs (464) are symmetrically distributed. One end of the compression spring (464) is fixedly connected to the host (1).
6. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side of the plunger (491) is in contact with the inner side of the collar (48), and a spring plate (493) is fixedly connected to one end of the support spring (494). The central axis of the return spring (495) and the central axis of the limiting post (496) are on the same straight line. The included angle between the return spring (495) and the plunger (491) is 90°.
7. The self-service device for elderly care according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hollow tube (497) is fixedly connected to the host (1) at the rear end. The central axis of the hollow tube (497) and the central axis of the plug (491) are on the same straight line. The inner side of the tube groove (498) is slidably connected to the column head (462). There are two tube grooves (498), which are symmetrically distributed in front and behind on the inner side of the hollow tube (497).