Ticket guide structure and ticket storage machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a ticket guiding structure and a ticket storage machine, the ticket guiding structure comprises a housing, the surface of the housing is provided with an accommodating cavity, and the bottom wall of the accommodating cavity is provided with a ticket inlet; the ticket guide piece is arranged in the containing cavity, a guide groove is formed in the ticket guide piece, a ticket guide channel is defined by the guide groove and the side wall of the containing cavity, one end of the ticket guide channel is communicated with the ticket inlet, and the other end of the ticket guide channel is communicated with the outside to form a ticket guide opening; a ticket clearing groove is formed in the side edge of the ticket guide piece, an opening of the ticket clearing groove faces the ticket inlet, and the ticket clearing groove is communicated with the guide groove; and the blocking plate is arranged at the opening of the ticket clearing groove so as to seal the space between the ticket clearing groove and the ticket inlet. According to the technical scheme of the utility model, the communication between the ticket clearing groove and the ticket inlet is cut off by arranging the blocking plate, so that a user cannot insert a ticket into the ticket inlet from the ticket clearing groove but can only insert the ticket from the ticket guide port, and the mistaken ticket insertion operation of the user is prevented.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ticket storage equipment technology, and in particular to a ticket guiding structure and a ticket storage machine. Background Technology

[0002] Ticket deposit machines are devices used for counting and collecting tickets, widely used in arcades, entertainment venues, and other similar establishments. These machines automatically collect tickets after insertion. However, tickets may get stuck during the collection process. Therefore, existing ticket deposit machines, in addition to a guide slot for inserting tickets, also have a clearing slot near the guide slot to clear stuck tickets. Because the machine has two open slots, users may have difficulty determining which slot to insert their tickets into, leading to accidental insertion into the clearing slot. Furthermore, the clearing slot is connected to the internal structure of the machine; if a ticket is mistakenly inserted into the clearing slot, it cannot be collected. Forcing a ticket into the clearing slot can also cause the machine to jam, leading to other malfunctions. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a ticket guiding structure and a ticket storage machine to solve the problem of users accidentally inserting tickets in the existing ticket storage machines.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a ticket guide structure, comprising:

[0005] The outer shell has a receiving cavity formed on its surface, and the bottom wall of the receiving cavity has a ticket inlet.

[0006] A ticket guide is disposed within the receiving cavity. The ticket guide has a guide groove, which, together with the side wall of the receiving cavity, forms a ticket guiding channel. One end of the ticket guiding channel communicates with the ticket inlet, and the other end communicates with the outside to form a ticket guide opening. A ticket clearing groove is formed on the side of the ticket guide, with its opening facing the ticket inlet. The ticket clearing groove communicates with the guide groove.

[0007] A sealing plate is provided at the opening of the ticket clearing groove to seal the space between the ticket clearing groove and the ticket inlet.

[0008] Optionally, a shielding member is movably connected to the opening of the receiving cavity, and the shielding member avoids the ticket guide opening so that the ticket guide opening is exposed to the outside.

[0009] Optionally, a light source assembly is included, the light source assembly being disposed in the housing, the illumination range of the light source assembly at least partially covering the ticket clearing groove.

[0010] Optionally, the sealing plate and the ticket guide are integrally formed structural components.

[0011] Optionally, the ticket guide opening is provided with a guide ramp so that the ticket enters the ticket guide opening along the guide ramp.

[0012] Optionally, the receiving cavity is provided with a guiding structure near the inner wall surface forming the ticket guide opening.

[0013] Secondly, this utility model also proposes a ticket storage machine, including a machine casing and the aforementioned ticket guiding structure, wherein the ticket guiding structure is disposed in the machine casing.

[0014] In the technical solution of this utility model, a receiving cavity is formed on the surface of the outer shell, and a ticket inlet is opened on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity; a ticket guide is disposed in the receiving cavity and has a guide groove, which is surrounded by the side wall of the receiving cavity to form a ticket guide channel. One end of the ticket guide channel is connected to the ticket inlet, and the other end is connected to the outside to form a ticket guide opening; a ticket clearing groove is opened on the side of the ticket guide, and the opening of the ticket clearing groove faces the ticket inlet. A sealing plate is provided at the opening of the ticket clearing groove, and the sealing plate seals the space between the ticket clearing groove and the ticket inlet. In this way, the user can only insert the ticket into the ticket guide opening and enter the equipment through the ticket guide channel to realize the ticket collection and counting, but cannot insert the ticket from the ticket clearing groove into the ticket inlet, thus preventing the user from accidentally inserting the ticket, while retaining the function of clearing stuck tickets. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ticket guide structure in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A front view of the central guide ticket structure;

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Half-section diagram of the central guide ticket structure;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the outer shell in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the ticket guide structure with the blocking member in a blocking state according to one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the ticket guide structure with the shielding member in the open state in one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the ticket guide component in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the back structure of the intermediate ticket.

[0024] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0025] name label name label Ticketing structure 100 Ticket gate 121b shell 110 Ticket Clearing Groove 122 Receiving cavity 111 sealing plate 130 Ticket entrance 111a shielding 140 Guide ticket 120 Light source components 150 Guide groove 121 Guide structure 160 Ticket Guide Channel 121a

[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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.

[0028] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0029] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a ticket guide structure 100 to solve the problem of incorrect ticket insertion in existing ticket storage machines.

[0030] See Figures 1 to 8In one embodiment of this utility model, a ticket guide structure 100 includes: a shell 110, a ticket guide component 120, and a sealing plate 130. The surface of the shell 110 forms a receiving cavity 111, and the bottom wall of the receiving cavity 111 has a ticket inlet 111a. The ticket guide component 120 is disposed within the receiving cavity 111 and has a guide groove 121. The guide groove 121 and the side wall of the receiving cavity 111 enclose a ticket guide channel 121a. One end of the guide channel 121a is connected to the ticket inlet 111a, and the other end of the guide channel 121a is connected to the outside to form the guide opening 121b; a ticket clearing groove 122 is provided on the side of the guide component 120, the opening of the ticket clearing groove 122 faces the ticket inlet 111a, and the ticket clearing groove 122 is connected to the guide channel 121; a sealing plate 130 is provided at the opening of the ticket clearing groove 122 to seal the space between the ticket clearing groove 122 and the ticket inlet 111a.

[0031] In the technical solution of this utility model, a receiving cavity 111 is formed on the surface of the outer shell 110, and a ticket inlet 111a is opened on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity 111; a ticket guide 120 is disposed in the receiving cavity 111 and has a guide groove 121. The guide groove 121 and the side wall of the receiving cavity 111 enclose a ticket guide channel 121a. One end of the ticket guide channel 121a is connected to the ticket inlet 111a, and the other end is connected to the outside to form a ticket guide opening 121b; a ticket clearing groove 122 is opened on the side of the ticket guide 120. The opening of the ticket clearing groove 122 faces the ticket inlet 111a. A sealing plate 130 is provided at the opening of the ticket clearing groove 122. The sealing plate 130 seals the space between the ticket clearing groove 122 and the ticket inlet 111a. In this way, the user can only insert the ticket into the ticket guide port 121b and enter the equipment through the ticket guide channel 121a to realize the ticket collection and counting. The user cannot insert the ticket from the ticket clearing groove 122 into the ticket inlet 111a, which prevents the user from inserting the ticket by mistake, while retaining the function of clearing stuck tickets.

[0032] Specifically, the ticket guide 120 is bolted into the receiving cavity 111. A guide groove 121, slightly deeper than the ticket thickness, is formed at the bottom of the ticket guide 120, and together with the side wall of the receiving cavity 111, forms a ticket guide channel 121a. (See [reference]). Figure 2 and Figure 3 Tickets need to be sent through ticket guide channel 121a to ticket entrance 111a. Figure 1As can be seen, since the blocking plate 130 is tightly attached to the bottom wall of the receiving cavity 111 to seal the space from the ticket clearing groove 122 to the ticket inlet 111a, the ticket guide channel 121a also has only a very narrow space. Even if the user accidentally inserts the ticket from the ticket clearing groove 122, the ticket cannot be extended further into the ticket inlet 111a. It can be understood that the user can only complete the ticket collection process by inserting the ticket from the ticket guide port 121b and then reaching the ticket inlet 111a through the ticket guide channel 121a. This avoids user misinsertion and machine malfunctions caused by misinsertion.

[0033] See Figures 1 to 8 Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present invention, a blocking member 140 is movably connected to the opening of the receiving cavity 111, and the blocking member 140 avoids the ticket guide opening 121b so that the ticket guide opening 121b is exposed to the outside.

[0034] Specifically, a rotating shaft is provided near the opening inside the receiving cavity 111. The blocking member 140 is connected to the rotating shaft and can rotate around the rotating shaft. The blocking member 140 is located at the opening of the receiving cavity 111. Under normal use, the blocking member 140 blocks the receiving cavity 111 and only exposes the ticket guide opening 121b, thus reminding the user to insert the ticket through the ticket guide opening 121b. When a ticket jam occurs, the staff pushes the blocking member 140, and the blocking member 140 rotates around the rotating shaft to open the receiving cavity 111. At this time, the staff can push out the jammed ticket through the ticket clearing groove 122 inside the receiving cavity 111 or perform other processing to resolve the ticket jamming problem. It should be noted that the blocking member 140 can also be movably connected to the receiving cavity 111 in other ways. For example, in one embodiment, the blocking member 140 is connected to the housing 110 by a sliding mechanism, so that the blocking member 140 can open or block the receiving cavity 111 by pushing, pulling or sliding. In yet another embodiment, the blocking member 140 is configured as a folding plate or a roller blind, disposed in the receiving cavity 111, and the receiving cavity 111 is opened or blocked by folding or rolling the blocking member 140. In yet another embodiment, the blocking member 140 is configured as a folding plate or a roller blind, disposed in the receiving cavity 111, and the receiving cavity 111 is opened or blocked by folding or rolling the blocking member 140. The baffle 140 is configured as a detachable baffle connected to the opening of the receiving cavity 111, and the baffle 140 has a clearance hole. When the baffle 140 blocks the receiving cavity, the ticket guide opening 121b is exposed to the outside through the clearance hole. When it is necessary to open the receiving cavity, the baffle 140 is completely removed to expose the interior of the receiving cavity 111. As long as it is possible to open or block the receiving cavity 111 by moving the baffle 140, the embodiment of this utility model is not limited to this, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model. Preferably, the shielding member 140 is a transparent acrylic sheet. The surface of the shielding member 140 facing the user is etched with the words "ticket deposit" and an arrow pointing to the ticket guide slot 121b, thereby further reminding the user to insert the ticket through the ticket guide slot 121b to prevent accidental insertion and to improve the appearance. In this embodiment, the shielding member 140 can also be an opaque acrylic sheet, or a sheet made of other materials such as stainless steel, iron, or plastic. This embodiment of the utility model is not limited to these, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0035] See Figures 1 to 8Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, a light source assembly 150 is included. The light source assembly 150 is disposed on the housing 110, and the illumination range of the light source assembly 150 at least partially covers the ticket clearing groove 122. Specifically, the light source assembly 150 includes a mounting component and an LED light. A through hole is provided at the top of the housing 110, extending into the receiving cavity 111. The mounting component is disposed on the outer wall of the housing 110, and the light source of the LED light shines into the receiving cavity 111 through the through hole. Preferably, the light source assembly 150 is located directly above the ticket clearing groove 122. Because the receiving cavity 111 is equivalent to a semi-enclosed space with relatively dim internal light, by setting the light source assembly 150 to shine directly into the ticket clearing groove 122, when the staff clears the tickets, the brightness of the light source allows the staff to clearly observe the ticket jamming situation inside, improving maintenance efficiency. It can be understood that when the light source brightness is large enough, it can illuminate the entire receiving cavity 111, and the user can also clearly observe the situation inside the receiving cavity 111 when inserting tickets, improving the user experience. It should be noted that the installation position of the light source assembly 150 can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs. For example, it can be set on the side wall or bottom wall of the housing 110, or it can be set at any position in the receiving cavity 111, as long as the light source can illuminate the ticket clearing groove 122. This utility model embodiment is not limited to this, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0036] See Figures 1 to 8 Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, the blocking plate 130 and the ticket guide 120 are integrally formed structural components. Since the blocking plate 130 and the ticket guide 120 are integrally formed hardware parts, processing costs can be saved, assembly work between parts can be eliminated, and the ticket guide 120 and the blocking plate 130 become a whole, improving the strength and rigidity of the parts. It should be noted that the blocking plate 130 can also be installed in other ways, such as being fixedly connected to the ticket guide 120 by glue, welding, etc., or it can be detachably connected to the ticket guide 120 by pins, buckles, bolts, etc. This utility model embodiment is not limited to these methods, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0037] See Figures 1 to 8Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, the ticket guide opening 121b is formed with a guide ramp, so that the ticket enters the ticket guide opening 121b along the guide ramp. Specifically, the guide ramp extends from the top surface of the ticket guide 120 towards the bottom of the guide groove 121. The guide ramp is set at a certain angle at the ticket guide opening 121b. By setting the guide ramp, it serves to guide the ticket, so that when the user inserts the ticket, even from other angles, such as inserting it diagonally from top to bottom, the ticket can be easily inserted into the ticket guide opening 121b. Preferably, the two sides of the guide ramp are also rounded, which can prevent the sharp corners of the workpiece from injuring the user or tearing the ticket when inserting it, and at the same time make the appearance of the ticket guide 120 more aesthetically pleasing. It should be noted that the guide ramp can also be set on the inner wall of the receiving cavity 111, guiding the ticket guide opening 121b at a certain angle and extending along the ticket insertion direction. This utility model embodiment is not limited to this, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0038] See Figures 1 to 8 Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, a guide structure 160 is provided on the inner wall surface of the receiving cavity 111 near the ticket guide opening 121b. By etching a guide structure 160 on the inner wall surface of the receiving cavity 111 to point to the ticket guide opening 121b, the user is reminded to insert the ticket into the ticket guide opening 121b. It should be noted that, in addition to etching, the guide structure 160 can also be provided on the inner wall surface of the receiving cavity 111 by screen printing, laser engraving, or other methods that damage the inner wall of the receiving cavity 111, or by stickers, coatings, etc., depending on the actual situation, and is not limited here. Preferably, the guide structure 160 in this embodiment is a transparent acrylic plate etched with a pointing arrow pointing to the ticket guide opening 121b. The transparent acrylic plate is disposed between the ticket guide 120 and the inner wall of the receiving cavity 111. Thus, when different signs need to be replaced, they can be achieved by directly replacing the transparent acrylic plate. Moreover, the transparent acrylic plate is more aesthetically pleasing and the arrow indication is clearer. In this embodiment, the guide structure 160 can also be an opaque acrylic plate, or a plate made of other materials such as stainless steel, iron, or plastic. This embodiment of the present invention is not limited to these, and all of the above are within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0039] The second aspect of this application provides a ticket deposit machine, including a chassis and the aforementioned ticket guide structure 100, which is disposed within the chassis. The outer shell 110 of the ticket guide structure 100 extends outward to form a mounting portion, which has several mounting holes. Bolts, screws, etc., pass through the mounting holes to mount the ticket guide structure 100 onto the chassis, forming a ticket insertion window. The chassis also houses an identification module, a statistics module, a transmission module, and a storage module. When a user inserts a ticket into the ticket guide structure 100, the identification module identifies the ticket and automatically collects it via the transmission module. The statistics module counts the number of tickets during the collection process, and the collected tickets are transmitted to the storage module via the transmission module for storage, facilitating subsequent collection and cleaning by staff. The beneficial effects of the ticket deposit machine of this application are equivalent to those of the aforementioned ticket guide structure 100, and will not be repeated here. It should be noted that the ticket guide structure 100 of this application can also be applied to other devices, such as points redemption machines, game machines, and other devices with ticket collection and storage functions. This utility model embodiment is not limited to these, and all of the above are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0040] The above description is only an optional embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included in the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A voucher structure, characterized by, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure. The application relates to a ticket guiding structure. The application relates to a ticket guiding structure. The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

2. The voucher structure of claim 1, wherein, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

3. The voucher structure of claim 1, wherein, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

4. The voucher structure of claim 1, wherein, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

5. The voucher structure of claim 1, wherein, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

6. The voucher structure of claim 1, wherein, The application relates to a ticket guiding structure.

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