Automatic vending device for cold drinks

By using a push rod and spring limit design and a servo motor-driven threaded rod adjustment, the problem of cumbersome disassembly and cleaning of the placement plate of the automatic cold drink vending machine is solved, achieving convenient cleaning and stable operation, and improving user experience and management efficiency.

CN223796977UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13ANHUI HAOJIU LAIJIAN NEW ENERGY VEHICLE CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422811387.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-19
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-19

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Technical Problem

The disassembly and cleaning process of the placement plate in traditional automatic cold drink vending machines is complicated and tedious, which affects cleaning efficiency.

Method used

Design an automatic cold drink vending machine. Through the cooperation of push rod and spring, the placement plate can be easily pulled out and cleaned. Combined with a servo motor to drive the threaded rod to adjust the position of the placement plate to adapt to different item sizes and shapes, and equipped with a monitoring camera and display screen to improve management and user experience.

Benefits of technology

The removal and cleaning of the placement plate has become more convenient, improving equipment operation stability and user experience, increasing management efficiency, and enhancing adaptability and reliability.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of vending devices, and discloses a cold drink vending device which comprises a cabinet body and a lifting mechanism, a mounting mechanism is arranged in the cabinet body, the lifting mechanism is located on the rear portion of the inner wall of the cabinet body, the mounting mechanism comprises a mounting plate, springs are fixedly connected to the middles of the two sides of the mounting plate, and the springs are connected with the lifting mechanism. The sides, away from the center of the mounting plate, of the two springs are fixedly connected with push rods, the sides, close to the mounting plate, of the two push rods are fixedly connected with protruding blocks, the two protruding blocks are connected with a placing plate in a clamped mode, and the upper end of the placing plate is fixedly connected with a plurality of fixing plates. According to the utility model, when the placing plate needs to be taken out for cleaning, a user pulls the push rod outwards, at the moment, the convex block on the push rod moves along with the push rod so as to leave the placing plate, in the process, the spring plays a role in limiting, and when the push rod is pulled to a specific position, the resilience force of the spring acts, so that the push rod automatically resets; through the action, the placing plate is smoothly pulled out, so that cleaning is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automatic vending machines, and in particular to an automatic vending machine for cold drinks. Background Technology

[0002] Automated vending machines, also known as vending machines or automatic sales machines, are mechanical devices that allow for the transaction of goods without direct human intervention. They complete the purchase process through the customer's independent operation. The main function of automated cold drink vending machines is to provide consumers with a convenient self-service experience for purchasing cold drinks, ensuring that consumers can enjoy refreshing and delicious beverages at any time.

[0003] Traditional automatic cold drink vending machines are not easy to clean because the placement plate is not easy to remove. This makes the cleaning process not only complicated but also time-consuming. In addition, the process of reinstalling the placement plate is also quite cumbersome.

[0004] Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided an automated cold drink vending machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an automatic cold drink vending device. When the shelf needs to be removed for cleaning, the user pulls the push rod outward. At this time, the protrusion on the push rod moves accordingly, thus separating it from the shelf. During this process, the spring acts as a limit. When the push rod is pulled to a specific position, the spring's rebound force will act, causing the push rod to automatically return to its original position. This action smoothly removes the shelf for cleaning. This design makes the removal and cleaning of the shelf extremely convenient, ensuring a smooth process.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0007] An automatic cold drink vending machine includes a cabinet and a lifting mechanism. The cabinet is equipped with an installation mechanism. The lifting mechanism is located at the rear of the inner wall of the cabinet. The installation mechanism includes an installation plate. Springs are fixedly connected to the middle of both sides of the installation plate. Push rods are fixedly connected to the side of each spring away from the center of the installation plate. Protrusions are fixedly connected to the side of each push rod close to the installation plate. Placement plates are engaged with the two protrusions. Multiple fixing plates are fixedly connected to the upper end of the placement plate.

[0008] With the above technical solution, when the placement plate needs to be removed for cleaning, the user pulls the push rod outward. At this time, the protrusion on the push rod will move and move away from the placement plate. During this process, the spring plays a limiting role. When the push rod is pulled to a specific position, the spring's rebound force will act to make the push rod automatically return to its original position. This action will smoothly remove the placement plate for cleaning.

[0009] Furthermore, a first servo motor, a second servo motor, and a third servo motor are provided on the top surface of the cabinet. The output ends of the first servo motor, the second servo motor, and the third servo motor are respectively fixedly connected to a first threaded rod, a second threaded rod, and a third threaded rod. The outer walls of the first threaded rod, the second threaded rod, and the third threaded rod are respectively fitted with a first threaded sleeve, a second threaded sleeve, and a third threaded sleeve.

[0010] The above technical solution involves using an external controller to start the first, second, and third servo motors, which in turn drive the corresponding threaded rods to rotate. As the threaded rods rotate, the first, second, and third threaded sleeves move accordingly. This mechanism allows the placement plate to move and adapt to items of different sizes and shapes.

[0011] Furthermore, a monitoring camera is installed on the other side of the upper front of the cabinet, and a cabinet door is installed at the front of the cabinet;

[0012] Through the above technical solution, managers can remotely monitor the operating status of vending machines via surveillance cameras, promptly identify and resolve problems, and improve management efficiency.

[0013] Furthermore, mounting plates are fixedly connected to the front ends of the first threaded sleeve, the second threaded sleeve, and the third threaded sleeve respectively;

[0014] The above technical solutions reduce vibration and noise during equipment operation, thereby improving the overall performance and user experience of vending machines.

[0015] Furthermore, the two push rods slide on the inner wall of the mounting plate;

[0016] The above technical solutions can adapt to different loads and operating conditions, and have strong environmental adaptability and reliability.

[0017] Furthermore, the placement plate is attached to the mounting plate;

[0018] The above technical solutions reduce the risk of placement plate displacement or detachment due to improper operation, ensuring the normal use of the equipment.

[0019] Furthermore, a display screen is provided in the middle of the other side of the front end of the cabinet;

[0020] Through the above technical solutions, the display screen can provide real-time feedback, such as confirmation information and transaction status, thereby increasing user satisfaction.

[0021] Furthermore, the lower ends of the first threaded rod, the second threaded rod, and the third threaded rod are rotatably connected to the cabinet body;

[0022] The above technical solutions ensure that the cabinet remains stable during adjustment.

[0023] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. The present invention proposes an automatic cold drink vending device. When the placement plate needs to be removed for cleaning, the user pulls the push rod outward. At this time, the protrusion on the push rod will move accordingly, thus moving away from the placement plate. During this process, the spring plays a limiting role. When the push rod is pulled to a specific position, the spring's rebound force will act, causing the push rod to automatically return to its original position. This action smoothly removes the placement plate for cleaning. This design makes the removal and cleaning of the placement plate extremely convenient, ensuring the smoothness of the entire process.

[0025] 2. The present invention proposes an automatic cold drink vending device, which starts a first servo motor, a second servo motor and a third servo motor through an external controller. These motors drive the corresponding threaded rods to rotate. As the threaded rods rotate, the first threaded sleeve, the second threaded sleeve and the third threaded sleeve move accordingly. This mechanism allows the placement plate to move, which can adapt to items of different heights and further optimize the configuration of storage space. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of an automatic cold drink vending device proposed in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of an automatic cold drink vending device proposed in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of an automatic cold drink vending device proposed in this utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a partial exploded view of an automatic cold drink vending device proposed in this utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0031] Legend:

[0032] 1. Cabinet body; 2. Cabinet door; 3. Display screen; 4. Surveillance camera;

[0033] 5. Mounting mechanism; 501. Mounting plate; 502. Placement plate; 503. Fixing plate; 504. Push rod; 505. Protrusion; 506. Spring;

[0034] 6. Lifting mechanism; 601. First servo motor; 602. Second servo motor; 603. Third servo motor; 604. First threaded rod; 605. Second threaded rod; 606. Third threaded rod; 607. First threaded sleeve; 608. Second threaded sleeve; 609. Third threaded sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of specific embodiments. Obviously, the described specific embodiments are only a part of the specific embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. Based on the specific embodiments of the present invention, all other specific embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The present invention provides a specific embodiment of an automatic cold drink vending device, comprising a cabinet 1 and a lifting mechanism 6. An installation mechanism 5 is provided inside the cabinet 1. The lifting mechanism 6 is located at the rear of the inner wall of the cabinet 1. The installation mechanism 5 includes an installation plate 501. Springs 506 are fixedly connected to the middle of both sides of the installation plate 501. Push rods 504 are fixedly connected to the side of the two springs 506 away from the center of the installation plate 501. Protrusions 505 are fixedly connected to the side of the two push rods 504 near the installation plate 501. A placement plate 502 is engaged with the two protrusions 505. Multiple fixing plates 503 are fixedly connected to the upper end of the placement plate 502.

[0037] When the placement plate 502 needs to be removed for cleaning, the user pulls the push rod 504 outward. At this time, the protrusion 505 on the push rod 504 will move accordingly, thus moving away from the placement plate 502. During this process, the spring 506 plays a limiting role. When the push rod 504 is pulled to a specific position, the rebound force of the spring 506 will act, causing the push rod 504 to automatically return to its original position. This action smoothly removes the placement plate 502 for cleaning.

[0038] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5The top surface of cabinet 1 is equipped with a first servo motor 601, a second servo motor 602, and a third servo motor 603. The output ends of the first servo motor 601, the second servo motor 602, and the third servo motor 603 are respectively fixedly connected to a first threaded rod 604, a second threaded rod 605, and a third threaded rod 606. The outer walls of the first threaded rod 604, the second threaded rod 605, and the third threaded rod 606 are respectively fitted with a first threaded sleeve 607, a second threaded sleeve 608, and a third threaded sleeve 609. An external controller starts the first servo motor 601, the second servo motor 602, and the third servo motor 603, which drive the corresponding threaded rods to rotate. As the threaded rods rotate, the first threaded sleeves 607, the second threaded sleeves 608, and the third threaded sleeves 609 move accordingly. This mechanism allows the placement plate 502 to move, accommodating items of different sizes and shapes. A monitoring camera 4 is installed on the other side of the upper front of cabinet 1. A cabinet door 2 is installed at the front of cabinet 1. Through the monitoring camera 4, the management personnel can remotely monitor the operation status of the vending machine, promptly identify and resolve problems, and improve management efficiency. The front ends of the first threaded sleeve 607, the second threaded sleeve 608, and the third threaded sleeve 609 are respectively fixedly connected to the mounting plate 501, reducing vibration and noise during equipment operation and improving the overall performance and user experience of the vending machine. The two push rods 504 slide on the inner wall of the mounting plate 501, which can adapt to different loads and operating conditions, and have strong environmental adaptability and reliability. The placement plate 502 fits snugly with the mounting plate 501, reducing the displacement or detachment of the placement plate 502 due to improper operation, and ensuring the normal use of the equipment. A display screen 3 is set in the middle of the other side of the front of the cabinet 1. The display screen 3 can provide instant feedback, such as confirmation information and transaction status, increasing user satisfaction. The lower ends of the first threaded rod 604, the second threaded rod 605, and the third threaded rod 606 are rotatably connected to the cabinet 1, ensuring that the cabinet 1 remains stable during adjustment.

[0039] Working principle: An external controller activates the first servo motor 601, the second servo motor 602, and the third servo motor 603, which drive their corresponding threaded rods to rotate. As the threaded rods rotate, the first threaded sleeve 607, the second threaded sleeve 608, and the third threaded sleeve 609 move accordingly. This mechanism allows the placement plate 502 to move, accommodating items of different sizes and shapes. When the placement plate 502 needs to be removed for cleaning, the user pulls the push rod 504 outwards. At this time, the protrusion 505 on the push rod 504 moves accordingly, thus separating it from the placement plate 502. During this process, spring 506 functions as a limit switch. When push rod 504 is pulled to a specific position, the rebound force of spring 506 will act, causing push rod 504 to automatically reset. This action smoothly removes the placement plate 502 for cleaning. This design makes the removal and cleaning of placement plate 502 extremely convenient, ensuring the smoothness of the entire process. Through monitoring camera 4, managers can remotely monitor the vending machine's operating status, promptly identify and resolve problems. Display screen 3 can provide instant feedback, such as confirmation information and transaction status, increasing user satisfaction.

[0040] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing specific embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cold drink vending machine comprising a cabinet (1) and a lifting mechanism (6), characterized in that: The cabinet (1) is internally provided with a mounting mechanism (5), and the lifting mechanism (6) is located at the rear of the inner wall of the cabinet (1); The mounting mechanism (5) comprises a mounting plate (501), the middle portions of the two sides of the mounting plate (501) are fixedly connected with springs (506), one side of the center of the mounting plate (501) away from the two springs (506) is fixedly connected with push rods (504), one side of the two push rods (504) close to the mounting plate (501) is fixedly connected with protruding blocks (505), the two protruding blocks (505) are clamped and connected with a placing plate (502), and the upper end of the placing plate (502) is fixedly connected with a plurality of fixed plates (503).

2. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The upper top surface of the cabinet (1) is provided with a first servo motor (601), a second servo motor (602) and a third servo motor (603), the output ends of the first servo motor (601), the second servo motor (602) and the third servo motor (603) are fixedly connected with a first threaded rod (604), a second threaded rod (605) and a third threaded rod (606) respectively, and the outer walls of the first threaded rod (604), the second threaded rod (605) and the third threaded rod (606) are respectively sleeved with a first threaded sleeve (607), a second threaded sleeve (608) and a third threaded sleeve (609).

3. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The other side of the upper portion of the front end of the cabinet (1) is provided with a monitoring camera (4), and the front end of the cabinet (1) is provided with a cabinet door (2).

4. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 2, wherein: The front ends of the first threaded sleeve (607), the second threaded sleeve (608) and the third threaded sleeve (609) are fixedly connected with mounting plates (501) respectively.

5. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The two push rods (504) slide in the inner wall of the mounting plate (501).

6. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The placing plate (502) is attached to the mounting plate (501).

7. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 1, wherein: The middle portion of the other side of the front end of the cabinet (1) is provided with a display screen (3).

8. The cold beverage vending machine of claim 2, wherein: The lower ends of the first threaded rod (604), the second threaded rod (605) and the third threaded rod (606) are rotatably connected with the cabinet (1).