Vending machine for sales
By introducing a combination of threaded rod, servo motor and infrared positioner into the vending machine, the problem of inaccurate product pushing is solved, enabling precise pushing and convenient retrieval of products, and improving the user's operating experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520400522.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-13
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-10
AI Technical Summary
The lack of an auxiliary and precise pushing mechanism inside existing vending machines makes it inconvenient for users to take goods.
It adopts a combination structure of threaded rod, servo motor and infrared positioner. The servo motor drives the threaded rod to rotate, which drives the internal threaded ring and push plate to move. Combined with the infrared positioner to adjust the moving distance, it can achieve precise pushing of goods.
It enables precise pushing of goods, making it convenient for users to pick up goods and place them in designated locations, thus improving the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, specifically to a vending machine for sales. Background Technology
[0002] A vending machine is a machine that automatically dispenses goods based on the amount of money inserted. Vending machines are commonly used equipment in commercial automation; they are not limited by time or location, saving manpower and facilitating transactions. They represent a new form of retail, often referred to as a 24-hour mini-supermarket. They can be categorized into three types: beverage vending machines, food vending machines, and multi-purpose vending machines.
[0003] Patent document CN206833590U discloses an automatic vending machine, which discloses "an automatic vending machine, wherein the cabinet door has a vertical through hole on the other side, a central locking rod is provided in the through hole, the cabinet has a lock on the bottom of the same side, the lock is connected to the bottom locking rod, the top of the cabinet has a refrigeration unit area, the refrigeration unit area has a refrigeration unit, and the front of the refrigeration unit area has a refrigeration unit area cabinet door";
[0004] However, the vending machines described in the aforementioned publicly available documents lack an auxiliary precise pushing structure, making it inconvenient for users to take the goods. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic vending machine for sales, so as to solve the technical problem mentioned in the background art that the automatic vending machine lacks an auxiliary and precise pushing structure, making it inconvenient for users to take goods.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic vending machine for sales, comprising: a cargo box, four sets of support platforms installed on the inner side of the cargo box, a camera installed at the bottom of the support platform, a support frame installed on the top of the support platform, a movable groove opened on one side of the support frame, a sliding rod installed on the inner side of the support frame, a threaded rod installed on the inner side of the support frame, an internal threaded ring movably installed on the outer side of the threaded rod via a thread, a push plate installed on one side of the internal threaded ring via a connector, a guide ring installed on one side of the push plate via a connector, the guide ring being installed on the outer side of the sliding rod, the guide ring and the internal threaded ring moving within the movable groove, a fixing plate installed on one side of the support frame, a servo motor installed at the rear end of the support frame, and the output end of the servo motor being connected to the rear end of the threaded rod.
[0007] Preferably, an infrared positioner is installed through one side of the inner wall of the support frame, and the infrared positioner is located between several movable slots.
[0008] Preferably, a bottom box is installed at the bottom of the cargo box.
[0009] Preferably, a controller is installed inside the bottom box, and an identifier is installed inside the bottom box.
[0010] Preferably, a bearing seat is installed on the front of the cargo box, a door is movably connected to the inner side of the bearing seat, and an electromagnetic plate is installed on one side of the door.
[0011] Preferably, an electromagnetic lock is installed on one side of the cargo box, and the electromagnetic lock is movably connected to an electromagnetic plate.
[0012] Preferably, a handle is installed on one side of the door.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0014] 1. This utility model is equipped with a threaded rod. The servo motor drives the output end threaded rod to rotate. The outer side of the threaded rod drives the inner threaded ring to move through the thread. The inner threaded ring drives the push plate to move. One side of the push plate is fixedly connected to the guide ring. The guide ring is sleeved on the outer side of the slide rod. The slide rod guides the guide ring to move linearly, ensuring that the push plate moves smoothly. The push plate pushes the goods in front forward.
[0015] 2. This utility model is equipped with an infrared positioner. The support frame fixes the infrared positioner on one side. The infrared positioner emits infrared rays, which are projected onto one side of the push plate. This allows for easy adjustment of the moving distance according to the structure of the product, enabling the product to be pushed forward to the designated position, making it convenient for the user to pick up the product. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a front structural diagram of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support frame structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the support structure of this utility model.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Cargo box; 2. Support platform; 3. Camera; 4. Support frame; 5. Fixing plate; 6. Sliding rod; 7. Threaded rod; 8. Infrared locator; 9. Guide ring; 10. Internal threaded ring; 11. Servo motor; 12. Push plate; 13. Door body; 14. Handle; 15. Electromagnetic plate; 16. Electromagnetic lock; 17. Base box; 18. Controller; 19. Identifier; 20. Bearing seat. Detailed Implementation
[0021] 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.
[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within 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.
[0024] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 An automatic vending machine for sales includes: a cargo box 1, four sets of support platforms 2 installed on the inner side of the cargo box 1, a camera 3 installed at the bottom of the support platform 2, a support frame 4 installed on the top of the support platform 2, a movable groove opened on one side of the support frame 4, a sliding rod 6 installed on the inner side of the support frame 4, a threaded rod 7 installed on the inner side of the support frame 4, an internal threaded ring 10 installed on the outer side of the threaded rod 7 via a thread, a push plate 12 installed on one side of the internal threaded ring 10 via a connector, a guide ring 9 installed on one side of the push plate 12 via a connector, the guide ring 9 is installed on the outer side of the sliding rod 6, the guide ring 9 and the internal threaded ring 10 move inside the movable groove, a fixing plate 5 installed on one side of the support frame 4, a servo motor 11 installed at the rear end of the support frame 4, and the output end of the servo motor 11 is connected to the rear end of the threaded rod 7;
[0025] The cargo box 1 is fixed to four sets of support platforms 2 on the inner side to ensure the stability of the support platforms 2. The support platforms 2 support the bottom camera 3. The camera 3 operates smoothly and takes pictures of the products below, thereby capturing the number of products taken by the user. The camera 3 transmits the images to the recognizer 19 and the controller 18 to control the operation of the cargo box.
[0026] The support platform 2 is fixed to the top support frame 4 to ensure the stability of the support frame 4. The support frame 4 supports the inner threaded rod 7 to ensure the smooth rotation of the threaded rod 7. The support frame 4 is fixed to the inner slide rod 6 to ensure the stability of the slide rod 6. The servo motor 11 drives the output threaded rod 7 to rotate. The outer side of the threaded rod 7 drives the inner threaded ring 10 to move through the thread. The inner threaded ring 10 drives the push plate 12 to move. One side of the push plate 12 is fixedly connected to the guide ring 9. The guide ring 9 is sleeved on the outer side of the slide rod 6. The slide rod 6 guides the guide ring 9 to move linearly to ensure the smooth movement of the push plate 12. The push plate 12 pushes the goods in front forward.
[0027] An infrared locator 8 is installed through one side of the inner wall of the support frame 4, and the infrared locator 8 is located between several movable slots.
[0028] The support frame 4 is fixed to one side of the infrared positioner 8. The infrared positioner 8 emits infrared rays, which are projected onto one side of the push plate 12. This allows for easy adjustment of the moving distance according to the structure of the product, enabling the product to be pushed forward to the designated position, making it convenient for the user to pick up the product.
[0029] The bottom of the cargo box 1 is equipped with a bottom box 17, a controller 18 is installed inside the bottom box 17, and an identifier 19 is installed inside the bottom box 17.
[0030] The bottom box 17 is fixed to the top cargo box 1, and the bottom box 17 is fixed to the inner controller 18 and the identifier 19.
[0031] A bearing seat 20 is installed on the front of the cargo box 1. A door 13 is movably connected to the inner side of the bearing seat 20. An electromagnetic plate 15 is installed on one side of the door 13. An electromagnetic lock 16 is installed on one side of the cargo box 1. The electromagnetic lock 16 is movably connected to the electromagnetic plate 15. A handle 14 is installed on one side of the door 13.
[0032] The cargo box 1 is fixed to the front bearing seat 20 to ensure the stability of the bearing seat 20. The bearing seat 20 limits the inner door 13. The door 13 is fixed to one side handle 14 for easy gripping by the user. The electromagnetic lock 16 is fixed to one side of the cargo box 1. The electromagnetic plate 15 is fixed to one side of the door 13. The electromagnetic lock 16 is connected to the electromagnetic plate 15 by magnetic force. The electromagnetic plate 15 is opened by controlling the electromagnetic lock 16.
[0033] Working principle: The cargo box 1 is fixed to the front bearing seat 20 to ensure the stability of the bearing seat 20. The bearing seat 20 limits the inner door 13. The door 13 is fixed to a handle 14 on one side for easy gripping by the user. The electromagnetic lock 16 is fixed to one side of the cargo box 1, and the electromagnetic plate 15 is fixed to one side of the door 13. The electromagnetic lock 16 is connected to the electromagnetic plate 15 by magnetic force, and the electromagnetic plate 15 is opened by controlling the electromagnetic lock 16. The support frame 4 is fixed to an infrared positioner 8 on one side. The infrared positioner 8 emits infrared rays, which are projected onto one side of the push plate 12. This allows for easy adjustment of the movement distance based on the product's structure, enabling the product to be pushed forward to a designated position for easy access by the user. The servo motor 11 drives the output threaded rod 7 to rotate, and the outer side of the threaded rod 7 drives the inner threaded ring 10 to move via the thread. The inner threaded ring 10 drives the push plate 12 to move. One side of the push plate 12 is fixedly connected to the guide ring 9, which is sleeved on the outer side of the slide rod 6. The slide rod 6 guides the guide ring 9 to move linearly, ensuring the smooth movement of the push plate 12. The push plate 12 pushes the product in front of it forward.
[0034] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A vending machine for sale, characterized by, The application relates to a kind of automatic warehouse, including: the box (1), the inside of the box (1) is provided with four groups of support table (2), the bottom of support table (2) is provided with camera (3), the top of support table (2) is provided with support frame (4), the side of support frame (4) is provided with movable slot, the inside of support frame (4) is provided with slide rod (6), the inside of support frame (4) is provided with threaded rod (7), the outside of threaded rod (7) is movably provided with internal thread ring (10) by screw thread, the side of internal thread ring (10) is provided with push plate (12) by connecting piece, the side of push plate (12) is provided with guide ring (9) by connecting piece, guide ring (9) is installed on the outside of slide rod (6), guide ring (9) and internal thread ring (10) move in the inside of movable slot, the side of support frame (4) is provided with fixed plate (5), the rear end of support frame (4) is provided with servo motor (11), the output end of servo motor (11) is connected with the rear end of threaded rod (7).
2. A vending machine for sale according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side inner wall of the support frame (4) is provided with infrared positioner (8), and the infrared positioner (8) is located between the movable slots.
3. The vending machine for sale according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the box (1) is provided with bottom box (17).
4. A vending machine for sale according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inside of the bottom box (17) is provided with controller (18), and the inside of the bottom box (17) is provided with identifier (19).
5. The vending machine for sale according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front of the box (1) is provided with bearing seat (20), the inside of the bearing seat (20) is movably connected with door body (13), the side of the door body (13) is provided with electromagnetic plate (15).
6. The vending machine for sale according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the box (1) is provided with electromagnetic lock (16), and the electromagnetic lock (16) is movably connected with the electromagnetic plate (15).
7. A vending machine for sale according to claim 5, characterized in that: The side of the door body (13) is provided with handle (14).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Vending machine
CN206833590U