Pushing mechanism and vending machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a pushing mechanism and a vending machine. The driving assembly is mounted on the mounting frame; the toothed chain links are installed on the driving assembly, the driving assembly divides the toothed chain links into vertical sections and horizontal sections, and the driving assembly is used for driving the toothed chain links to be converted into the horizontal sections from the vertical sections one by one or to be converted into the vertical sections from the horizontal sections one by one; and the push plate is mounted at the end of the horizontal section.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, and in particular to a push mechanism and a vending machine. Background Technology

[0002] Vending machines are a common piece of equipment in commercial automation. They are not limited by time or location, save manpower, and facilitate transactions. They are a brand-new form of commercial retail and are also known as 24-hour mini-supermarkets.

[0003] Some vending machines use a push mechanism to move goods from the product channel to the receiving platform. Existing push mechanisms generally use a push bar. Because the push bar is relatively long and needs to be placed horizontally, some compact vending machines cannot accommodate this push mechanism due to limited internal space. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a pushing mechanism and a vending machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this utility model provides a pushing mechanism, comprising:

[0006] Mounting rack;

[0007] The drive assembly is mounted on the mounting bracket;

[0008] A toothed chain link is mounted on the drive assembly, which divides the toothed chain link into a vertical segment and a horizontal segment. The drive assembly is used to drive the toothed chain link to change from a vertical segment to a horizontal segment or from a horizontal segment to a vertical segment.

[0009] A push plate is installed at the end of the horizontal section.

[0010] Furthermore, the driving component includes:

[0011] A fixing plate, which is mounted on the mounting bracket;

[0012] The motor is mounted on the fixed plate;

[0013] A drive shaft, which is mounted on the output end of the motor;

[0014] Gear, which is mounted on the drive shaft;

[0015] The toothed chain link meshes with the gear.

[0016] Furthermore, the toothed chain link includes a first toothed chain link and a second toothed chain link;

[0017] The gear includes a first gear and a second gear;

[0018] The first toothed link is mounted on the first gear, and the second toothed link is mounted on the second gear;

[0019] The first end of the horizontal segment of the first toothed chain link and the first end of the horizontal segment of the second toothed chain link are both fixedly connected to the push plate.

[0020] Furthermore, it also includes a guiding mechanism; the guiding mechanism includes:

[0021] A first guide plate is mounted on the mounting frame, and the first toothed chain link and the second toothed chain link are located between the fixed plate and the guide plate;

[0022] A first guide wheel is mounted on the fixed plate, and the first guide wheel is used to press the first toothed chain link tightly against the first gear.

[0023] The second guide wheel is mounted on the first guide plate and is used to press the second toothed chain link tightly against the second gear.

[0024] Furthermore, the guiding mechanism also includes:

[0025] A second guide plate is mounted on the fixed plate. The second guide plate includes a first guide portion and a second guide portion. The first guide portion is close to one side of the first toothed chain link. The second guide portion is close to one side of the second toothed chain link.

[0026] The third guide wheel is mounted on the second guide plate and is close to the other side of the first toothed chain link;

[0027] The fourth guide wheel is mounted on the second guide plate and is close to the other side of the second toothed chain link.

[0028] Furthermore, the third guide wheel and the fourth guide wheel are located between the first toothed link and the second toothed link.

[0029] Furthermore, the bottom of the mounting bracket is provided with a drive plate, and the drive plate is externally connected to a moving device.

[0030] Furthermore, the mounting bracket is provided with a pad; the pad is used to support the push plate.

[0031] Furthermore, the bottom of the push plate is provided with rollers.

[0032] The second aspect of this utility model also provides a vending machine, including a pusher mechanism.

[0033] Compared with the prior art, this utility model brings the following technical effects:

[0034] The pushing mechanism uses a toothed chain link to drive the push plate to move and push the goods. Due to the characteristics of the toothed chain link, the end of the toothed chain link on the drive component side hangs vertically downwards without being supported by other parts, which does not occupy the horizontal space of the vending machine and makes the structure of the vending machine more compact. At the same time, the toothed chain link on the other side of the drive component is supported by other parts and can be in a horizontal state. Under the drive of the drive component, the horizontal section of the toothed chain link can drive the push plate to move and complete the pushing action. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the push plate of this utility model when it is pushed out.

[0037] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the push plate of this utility model during recycling.

[0038] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of part A in the image.

[0039] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0040] 1-Mounting bracket, 2-Drive assembly, 201-Fixing plate, 202-Motor, 203-Drive shaft, 204-First gear, 205-Second gear, 301-First chain link, 302-Second chain link, 4-Push plate, 5-Guide mechanism, 501-First guide plate, 502-First guide wheel, 503-Second guide wheel, 504-Second guide plate, 5041-First guide section, 5042-Second guide section, 505-Third guide wheel, 506-Fourth guide wheel, 6-Drive plate, 7-Pad plate, 8-Roller. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0042] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0043] 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0044] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0045] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0046] The descriptions of "specific examples" or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0047] Example 1

[0048] Please refer to Figures 1-3 Push notification providers, including:

[0049] Mounting bracket 1;

[0050] Drive component 2 is mounted on the mounting bracket 1;

[0051] A toothed chain link is installed on the drive assembly 2. The drive assembly 2 divides the toothed chain link into a vertical segment and a horizontal segment. The drive assembly 2 is used to drive the toothed chain link to change from a vertical segment to a horizontal segment or from a horizontal segment to a vertical segment.

[0052] Push plate 4 is installed at the end of the horizontal section.

[0053] In this embodiment, the toothed chain link is mounted on the drive assembly 2, which divides the toothed chain link into two segments. The tail segment of the toothed chain link hangs vertically downwards without external force, forming a vertical segment. The head segment of the toothed chain link, supported by other components, forms a horizontal segment. The drive assembly 2 drives the toothed chain link to gradually transition from the vertical segment to the horizontal segment. The head of the horizontal segment moves the push plate 4 away from the mounting frame 1, thus completing the pushing action. Similarly, the drive assembly 2 drives the toothed chain link to gradually transition from the horizontal segment to the vertical segment. The head of the horizontal segment moves the push plate 4 towards the mounting frame 1, eventually returning the push plate 4 to its initial position. It should be noted that the mounting frame 1 is equipped with a pad 7; the pad 7 supports the push plate 4. When the pushing mechanism pushes goods, the pad 7, the cargo channel device, and the receiving platform are on the same horizontal plane, and the pad 7, the cargo channel device, and the receiving platform are sequentially close together. The push plate 4 pushes the goods on the cargo channel device onto the receiving platform. The pushing mechanism moves the push plate 4 via a toothed chain link to push the goods. Due to the characteristics of the toothed chain link, the end of the toothed chain link on one side of the drive component 2 hangs vertically downwards without being supported by other parts, thus not occupying the horizontal space of the vending machine and making the structure of the vending machine more compact. At the same time, the toothed chain link on the other side of the drive component 2 is supported by other parts and can be in a horizontal state. Under the drive of the drive component 2, the horizontal section of the toothed chain link can drive the push plate 4 to move and complete the pushing action.

[0054] Furthermore, the driving component 2 includes:

[0055] A fixing plate 201 is mounted on the mounting bracket 1;

[0056] Motor 202 is mounted on the fixed plate 201;

[0057] A drive shaft 203 is mounted at the output end of the motor 202;

[0058] A gear, which is mounted on the drive shaft 203;

[0059] The toothed chain link meshes with the gear.

[0060] In this embodiment, the working principle of the drive component 2 is as follows: the motor 202 drives the drive shaft 203 and the gear on the drive shaft 203 to rotate. When the gear rotates, it will drive the toothed chain link to move. The two rotation directions of the motor 202 control different movement directions of the toothed chain link.

[0061] Furthermore, the toothed chain link includes a first toothed chain link 301 and a second toothed chain link 302;

[0062] The gear includes a first gear 204 and a second gear 205;

[0063] The first toothed link 301 is mounted on the first gear 204, and the second toothed link 302 is mounted on the second gear 205;

[0064] The first end of the horizontal segment of the first toothed chain link 301 and the first end of the horizontal segment of the second toothed chain link 302 are both fixedly connected to the push plate 4.

[0065] In this embodiment, two toothed chain links are provided. The first toothed chain link 301 and the second toothed chain link 302 are arranged in parallel. The two toothed chain links work together to drive the push plate 4 to move. Compared with a single toothed chain link, its structure is more stable.

[0066] Furthermore, it also includes a guide mechanism 5; the guide mechanism 5 includes:

[0067] A first guide plate 501 is mounted on the mounting frame 1, and the first toothed chain link 301 and the second toothed chain link 302 are located between the fixing plate 201 and the guide plate.

[0068] The first guide wheel 502 is mounted on the fixed plate 201 and is used to press the first toothed chain link 301 tightly against the first gear 204.

[0069] The second guide wheel 503 is mounted on the first guide plate 501 and is used to press the second toothed link 302 tightly against the second gear 205.

[0070] Furthermore, the guiding mechanism 5 also includes:

[0071] The second guide plate 504 is mounted on the fixed plate 201. The second guide plate 504 includes a first guide portion 5041 and a second guide portion 5042. The first guide portion 5041 is close to one side of the first toothed chain link 301. The second guide portion 5042 is close to one side of the second toothed chain link 302.

[0072] The third guide wheel 505 is mounted on the second guide plate 504, and the third guide wheel 505 is close to the other side of the first toothed chain link 301;

[0073] The fourth guide wheel 506 is mounted on the second guide plate 504 and is close to the other side of the second toothed chain link 302.

[0074] Furthermore, the third guide wheel 505 and the fourth guide wheel 506 are located between the first toothed link 301 and the second toothed link 302.

[0075] In this embodiment, the guide mechanism 5 guides the first toothed link 301 and the second toothed link 302 to prevent them from deviating. The first guide wheel 502 presses against the upper end of the first toothed link 301, ensuring that the first toothed link 301 is always engaged with the first gear 204. The second guide wheel 503 presses against the upper end of the second toothed link 302, ensuring that the second toothed link 302 is always engaged with the second gear 205. The first guide portion 5041 and the third guide wheel 505 prevent the first toothed link 301 from shifting on the horizontal plane, while the second guide portion 5042 and the fourth guide wheel 506 prevent the second toothed link 302 from shifting on the horizontal plane.

[0076] Furthermore, the bottom of the mounting bracket 1 is provided with a drive plate 6, and the drive plate 6 is externally connected to a moving device.

[0077] In this embodiment, the entire pushing mechanism is moved by a mobile device, enabling the pushing mechanism to push goods on different cargo channels.

[0078] Furthermore, the mounting bracket 1 is provided with a pad 7; the pad 7 is used to support the push plate 4.

[0079] Furthermore, the bottom of the push plate 4 is provided with rollers 8.

[0080] Example 2

[0081] The vending machine includes a pusher mechanism. The vending machine of this embodiment includes all the technical features and effects of Embodiment 1, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0082] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments, as long as they meet the purpose of the present invention, and all such changes should be within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention. For example, different combinations of specific embodiments and different combinations of distinguishing technical features.

Claims

1. Pushing mechanism, characterized in that: The utility model relates to a kind of vertical and horizontal conversion mechanism, including: Mounting frame (1); Drive assembly (2) is installed in the mounting frame (1); Tooth chain, the tooth chain is installed in the drive assembly (2), the drive assembly (2) separates the tooth chain into vertical section and horizontal section, and the drive assembly (2) is used to drive the tooth chain by vertical section gradually changes into horizontal section or by horizontal section gradually changes into vertical section; Push plate (4) is installed at the end of the horizontal section.

2. The push mechanism of claim 1, wherein: The drive assembly (2) includes: Fixed plate (201) is installed in the mounting frame (1); Motor (202) is installed in the fixed plate (201); Drive shaft (203) is installed in the output end of the motor (202); Gear is installed in the drive shaft (203); The tooth chain is engaged with the gear.

3. The push mechanism of claim 2, wherein: The tooth chain includes first tooth chain (301) and second tooth chain (302); The gear includes first gear (204) and second gear (205); The first tooth chain (301) is installed in the first gear (204), and the second tooth chain (302) is installed in the second gear (205); The first end of the horizontal section of the first tooth chain (301) and the first end of the horizontal section of the second tooth chain (302) are fixedly connected with the push plate (4).

4. The push mechanism of claim 3, wherein: It further includes guide mechanism (5);The guide mechanism (5) includes: First guide plate (501) is installed in the mounting frame (1), and the first tooth chain (301) and the second tooth chain (302) are located between the fixed plate (201) and the guide plate; First guide wheel (502) is installed in the fixed plate (201), and the first guide wheel (502) is used to press the first tooth chain (301) on the first gear (204); Second guide wheel (503) is installed in the first guide plate (501), and the second guide wheel (503) is used to press the second tooth chain (302) on the second gear (205).

5. The push mechanism of claim 4, wherein: The guide mechanism (5) further includes: Second guide plate (504) is installed in the fixed plate (201), and the second guide plate (504) includes first guide part (5041) and second guide part (5042);The first guide part (5041) is close to one side of the first tooth chain (301);The second guide part (5042) is close to one side of the second tooth chain (302); Third guide wheel (505) is installed in the second guide plate (504), and the third guide wheel (505) is close to the other side of the first tooth chain (301); Fourth guide wheel (506) is installed in the second guide plate (504), and the fourth guide wheel (506) is close to the other side of the second tooth chain (302).

6. The push mechanism of claim 5, wherein: The third guide wheel (505) and the fourth guide wheel (506) are located between the first tooth chain (301) and the second tooth chain (302).

7. The push mechanism of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the mounting frame (1) is provided with a driving plate (6), and the driving plate (6) is connected with a moving device.

8. The push mechanism of claim 1, wherein: The mounting frame (1) is provided with a backing plate (7), and the backing plate (7) is used for supporting the push plate (4).

9. The push mechanism of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the push plate (4) is provided with a roller (8).

10. A vending machine characterized by: The push mechanism comprises the push plate (4) and the driving plate (6).

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