Delivery channel of self-service medicine vending machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a delivery channel of a medicine self-service vending machine, which comprises a conveyor belt configured to keep moving at a fixed position, and a power component, the conveyor belt keeps moving at a fixed amplitude through the power component; and the pushing end is configured to move along the fixed-point position of the conveying path of the conveying belt. Through the transmission relation established between the power assembly and the pushing end, the pushing end can actively push the medicine to be delivered down from the conveying belt during delivery, so that the arrangement of the partition plate does not hinder the delivery process, the size of the partition plate does not need to be limited, and the sufficient partition effect on the medicine can be achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of self-service medicine vending equipment, specifically a dispensing channel for a self-service medicine vending machine. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, purchasing medicines through self-service vending machines is more efficient and convenient than buying them from manual counters at pharmacies. However, when medicine boxes are in contact with each other for extended periods inside the machine, they can easily stick together. Existing technology has developed a medicine dispensing channel for self-service vending machines (see Chinese Utility Model Patent Publication No. CN219658177U for details), which separates the medicines by installing dividers on the conveyor belt.

[0003] As the drugs are fed through the conveyor belt and fall off, the separator cannot be set too high, otherwise it will affect the drug falling process. This results in the separator not being very effective and not being able to completely separate the drugs. Therefore, this application will make further technical improvements based on the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A dispensing channel for a self-service medicine vending machine includes a conveyor belt configured to remain active at a fixed position, and:

[0007] The power assembly maintains the transmission belt at a fixed amplitude of movement.

[0008] The driving end is configured to move at a fixed position along the transmission path of the drive belt;

[0009] The driving end and the power component are connected by a transmission mechanism.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, it also includes a pulley that matches the transmission belt, with a guide portion arranged along its axial direction. The power component includes a moving block that cooperates with the guide portion, and the moving block keeps the pulley rotating during directional movement.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the pulley has a through area constructed in the axial direction, the guide part includes guide grooves disposed in the through area, and the moving block engages with the guide grooves.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the power assembly further includes an automatic push rod that is fixedly positioned relative to the transmission belt, and the moving block is in unidirectional rotational cooperation with the output end of the automatic push rod.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the moving block and the free end of the automatic push rod are connected by a one-way bearing.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the pushing end is connected to the free end of the automatic push rod.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the pushing end is movably connected to the free end of the automatic push rod, and an elastic force is established between them.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution for the dispensing channel of a self-service pharmaceutical vending machine, the pushing end is rotatably connected to the free end of the automatic push rod, and a spring assembly is connected between the pushing end and the free end of the automatic push rod.

[0017] The beneficial effect of the dispensing channel of the self-service medicine vending machine provided by this utility model is that, through the transmission relationship established between the power component and the pushing end, the pushing end can actively push the medicine to be dispensed off the conveyor belt when dispensing, so that the partition does not obstruct the dispensing process, and therefore there is no need to limit the size of the partition, thereby achieving a sufficient separation effect between medicines. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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 these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of one embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 For about Figure 1 A separate diagram showing the structure in the middle section.

[0021] Figure 3 For about Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of the image.

[0022] Figure 4 For about Figure 3 The diagram shows the disassembly of the structure shown in the middle section, as well as a three-dimensional cut-out diagram of part of the structure.

[0023] Reference numerals: 1. Conveyor belt; 2. Pushing end; 3. Pulley; 4. Moving block; 5. Guide groove; 6. Automatic push rod; 7. Spring assembly; 8. Divider plate. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0025] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0026] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0027] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.

[0028] Reference Figure 1-4 One embodiment of this utility model provides a dispensing channel for a self-service medicine vending machine, including a conveyor belt 1 disposed at a fixed position in the dispensing channel. The conveyor belt 1 operates to sequentially dispense goods placed on it. In addition, this utility model also includes:

[0029] The power assembly enables the transmission belt to operate at a fixed amplitude (consistent with the spacing between the two partition plates 8) each time, thereby realizing the process of the medicine falling.

[0030] The push end 2 is configured to perform a pushing motion at a fixed position on the transmission path of the conveyor belt. By pushing, the medicine can be actively pushed off the conveyor belt to realize the delivery process.

[0031] Based on the above, a transmission relationship is also established between the push end 2 and the power component. Therefore, when the power component works once, the push end 2 will perform a pushing action. That is, when the conveyor belt 1 rotates once to move the medicine to be shipped forward to the end, the push end 2 will move synchronously to push the medicine down to realize the shipping process.

[0032] Compared with the prior art, this utility model eliminates the need to worry about the partition plate 8 obstructing the falling of goods during shipment due to the action of the pushing end 2. Therefore, the size of the partition plate 8 can be fully set according to the size of the medicine packaging. In addition, by increasing the size of the partition plate 8, medicines placed adjacent to the medicines to be shipped are not affected during the shipment process, so there is no need to worry about over-shipment.

[0033] The above is an introduction to the basic structure and working process of this utility model. The following will further elaborate on the technical features of this utility model, specifically:

[0034] Regarding the operation of conveyor belt 1, please refer to... Figure 1-3 The present invention also includes a pulley 3 that is matched with the transmission belt. The pulley 3 is rotatably mounted on the housing, and at least one pulley 3 is also provided with a guide part along its axial direction. The power component includes a moving block 4 that cooperates with the guide part. The moving block 4 cooperates with the guide part during the directional movement of a certain range, thereby driving the pulley 3 to rotate a certain range (consistent with the distance between the two partition plates 8), so that the goods on the conveyor belt 1 can move forward a certain range, thereby completing one shipment.

[0035] Furthermore, refer to Figure 4 Specifically, regarding the structure of the guide section, the pulley 3 has a through area along its axial direction. The guide section includes guide grooves 5 disposed within the through area. The guide grooves 5 are spiral-shaped and can be single or multiple. The moving block 4 meshes with the guide grooves 5. Normally, the moving block 4 is located at a fixed point at one end of the pulley 3. As it moves toward the other end of the pulley 3 and passes through the guide grooves 5, its direction remains unchanged, allowing the pulley 3 to rotate a certain range to complete one propulsion of the medicine. When the moving block 4 returns to its original position at one end of the pulley 3, the pulley 3 remains stationary, and the moving block 4 moves along the guide grooves 5 to its original position.

[0036] Furthermore, regarding the power supply method during the movement of block 4, please refer to... Figure 1-4 The power assembly also includes an automatic push rod 6 that is positioned relative to the transmission belt at a fixed point. The automatic push rod 6 can be an electric push rod or a pneumatic push rod. The moving block 4 is unidirectionally rotatable with the output end of the automatic push rod 6 (to... Figure 3From the viewing angle, the moving block 4 can only rotate clockwise and cannot rotate counterclockwise. The pulley 3 has a certain rotational resistance at its rotating part. For details, please refer to... Figure 3 From the perspective of the pulley 3, when it rotates clockwise, the conveyor belt 1 moves forward. As the moving block 4 extends towards the output end of the automatic push rod 6, it engages with the guide groove 5, creating a reaction force with the pulley 3. Specifically, the moving block 4, under the influence of the guide groove, experiences a reaction force that compels it to move counterclockwise. However, due to the unidirectional rotational engagement, the moving block 4 cannot rotate in that direction, thus maintaining its current direction during movement. This reaction force allows the pulley 3 to overcome resistance and move clockwise. When the moving block 4 reaches the other end of the pulley 3 and is reset by the retraction of the automatic push rod 6, the pulley 3 remains stationary due to resistance. The moving block 4 then moves along the path of the guide groove 5 (i.e., clockwise) to return to its original position. Figure 3 (as shown in the diagram), thus completing one action; here, for the connection between the moving block 4 and the output end of the automatic push rod 6, a one-way bearing can be used for connection.

[0037] Furthermore, based on the cooperation between the guide strip 5 and the moving block 4, regarding the working mode of the pushing end 2, please refer to [reference needed]. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The pushing end 2 is connected to the free end of the automatic push rod 6. When the output end of the automatic push rod 6 extends, the pushing end 2 moves synchronously once, thereby completing the pushing of the medicine.

[0038] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The pushing end 2 is movably connected to the free end of the automatic push rod 6, specifically by rotation, and an elastic force is established between them. When the output end of the automatic push rod 6 extends, the transmission belt also moves forward synchronously. Through this movable relationship, the pushing end 2 can automatically rotate around the pulley 3 as the axis while moving along the width of the conveyor belt 1, under the obstruction of the partition plate 8. This does not affect the forward movement of the partition plate 8 with the conveyor belt 1. When the automatic push rod 6 retracts to its position, the pushing end 2 leaves the movement path of the partition plate 8 and can automatically return to its original state through the elastic force.

[0039] Furthermore, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 Regarding the elastic configuration between the push end 2 and the output end of the automatic push rod 6, a spring assembly 7 can be connected between the push end 2 and the free end of the automatic push rod 6 to maintain an elastic connection. For example, a torsion spring or similar structure can be used for the spring assembly 7.

[0040] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0041] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A dispensing channel for a self-service medicine vending machine, comprising a conveyor belt (1) configured to remain active at a fixed position, wherein the conveyor belt (1) is provided with partitions, characterized in that: Also includes: The power assembly maintains the conveyor belt (1) at a fixed amplitude through the power assembly; The driving end (2) is configured to move at a fixed position along the conveyor path of the conveyor belt (1); wherein the driving end (2) and the power component establish a transmission connection.

2. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a pulley (3) that is matched with the conveyor belt, and a guide portion is arranged along its axial direction. The power assembly includes a moving block (4) that cooperates with the guide portion. The moving block (4) keeps the pulley (3) rotating during directional movement.

3. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pulley (3) has a through area in the axial direction, and the guide part includes a guide groove (5) disposed in the through area. The moving block (4) meshes with the guide groove (5).

4. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The power assembly also includes an automatic push rod (6) that is positioned relative to the transmission belt at a fixed point, and the moving block (4) is in unidirectional rotational cooperation with the output end of the automatic push rod (6).

5. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The moving block (4) is connected to the free end of the automatic push rod (6) via a one-way bearing.

6. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The push end (2) is connected to the free end of the automatic push rod (6).

7. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The push end (2) is movably connected to the free end of the automatic push rod (6) and an elastic force is established between them.

8. The dispensing channel of the self-service drug vending machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The push end (2) is rotatably connected to the free end of the automatic push rod (6), and a spring assembly (7) is connected between the push end (2) and the free end of the automatic push rod (6).

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