Self-service vending machine capable of being used for various liquid beverages

Abstract

The utility model discloses a self-service vending machine capable of being used for various liquid beverages, and relates to the technical field of self-service liquid beverage selling. A self-service milk selling machine in the prior art cannot complete milk discharging in a closed space, and cannot meet the condition of selling multiple kinds of liquid at the same time. The utility model provides a self-service vending machine capable of being used for various liquid drinks, which comprises a cabinet body provided with a liquid storage device, a disinfection device, a first temperature control device, an intelligent vending device, a goods taking opening, a controller, a liquid outlet device, a cup falling device and a sealing device, the liquid storage device, the disinfection device, the first temperature control device, the cup falling device, the liquid outlet device and the sealing device are all electrically connected with the controller. According to the liquid beverage vending machine, the process of discharging liquid beverage and sealing a cup after discharging the liquid beverage can be completed in a closed environment, no contact exists in the whole process, the risk that bacteria are brought in during manual operation is avoided, meanwhile, at least one liquid beverage can be sold, and the use function is increased.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of self-service liquid beverage selling, and particularly relates to a self-service vending machine for various liquid beverages. BACKGROUND

[0002] The self-service milk vending machine can complete unmanned automatic milk vending, and is a commercial automation equipment integrating light, machine and electricity. The self-service milk vending machine is not limited by a site, is convenient and fast, and can sell goods 24 hours a day, and therefore is deeply welcomed by people.

[0003] In the storage process, the milk needs to meet the temperature, sealing and disinfection, and also needs to prevent the hygiene of the milk storage environment. The self-service milk vending machine in the prior art needs the consumer to manually open the milk vending window, take out the cup, press the liquid outlet key to complete the milk taking, and cannot self-package the cup after the milk taking is completed. It can be seen that the self-service milk vending machine in the prior art cannot complete the milk taking in a closed space, and the consumer manually taking the cup may bring bacteria, viruses and other pollutants into the milk taking space, increasing the risk of spreading bacteria, viruses and other pollutants, and thus cannot guarantee the quality of the milk in the milk taking process. On the other hand, the milk vending machine can only sell milk and cannot sell multiple liquid beverages at the same time.

[0004] The Chinese patent with publication number CN 209674457 U provides a self-service milk vending machine, which sets a refrigerated fresh milk tank to always keep the milk beverage fresh, sets a disinfection device to regularly disinfect the inside of the self-service milk vending machine to keep the inside environment clean and sanitary, and sets a milk vending window on the cabinet door to facilitate the consumer to receive fresh milk at the milk vending window.

[0005] For the self-service milk vending machine, the consumer must bring a milk container to buy fresh milk, which can save the cost of fresh milk packaging and resources, but cannot meet the convenience and fast-paced work life of the working people, and cannot realize the milk taking in a closed space, still having the risk of bringing bacteria, viruses and other pollutants in the milk taking process. In addition, the self-service milk vending machine cannot sell other liquid beverages.

[0006] The Chinese patent with publication number CN 110211295 B provides an intelligent vending machine, which sets a water dispenser mechanism in the cabinet and on one side of the intelligent vending mechanism. The first water tank in the water dispenser mechanism is connected with the intelligent vending mechanism. The vending machine is a composite function device, which has the functions of intelligent vending and water dispenser. If the goods sold in the intelligent vending mechanism need to be brewed with water, and the water dispenser mechanism can provide water source for the intelligent vending mechanism.

[0007] But the intelligent vending machine, the vending machine is only for the case of needing to brew or directly drink water, and because the sold products are different, there is no requirement for the space environment of storing products to have temperature control, closed space, disinfection and the like. Therefore, it cannot meet the requirements of selling a variety of liquid beverages while selling a variety of liquid beverages, and cannot meet the requirements of selling a variety of liquid beverages while selling a variety of liquid beverages. SUMMARY

[0008] In view of the above problems, the utility model aims at providing a self-service vending machine for a variety of liquid beverages, which can ensure that the process of dispensing liquid beverages in a closed environment and sealing the cup after dispensing liquid beverages is contactless throughout, and can also sell other liquid beverages.

[0009] The main idea of the technical solution adopted by the utility model is to set a cup falling device, a liquid dispensing device and a sealing device, which work together to avoid the risk of consumers bringing bacteria when manually taking cups, and the liquid dispensing device can be suitable for a variety of liquid beverages including milk.

[0010] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows:

[0011] A self-service vending machine for a variety of liquid beverages, comprising a cabinet, the cabinet comprising a left cabinet for storing liquid and a right cabinet for dispensing liquid, the left and right cabinets being connected side by side from left to right;

[0012] The left cabinet is provided with a liquid storage device connected to the bottom of the left cabinet, a disinfection device connected to the side of the left cabinet, and a first temperature control device connected to the top of the left cabinet;

[0013] The right cabinet is provided with an intelligent vending device connected to the front side of the right cabinet and a take-out port, and a controller connected to the side of the right cabinet close to the left cabinet;

[0014] The left cabinet is further provided with a liquid dispensing device connected to the front side of the left cabinet;

[0015] The right cabinet is further provided with a cup falling device connected to the side of the right cabinet, and a sealing device connected to the middle of the right cabinet, the cup falling device being adapted to the sealing device;

[0016] The liquid storage device, disinfection device, first temperature control device, cup falling device, liquid dispensing device and sealing device are electrically connected to the controller.

[0017] Through the above technical solution, further: the liquid dispensing device comprises a first driving assembly, a telescopic assembly and a liquid dispensing assembly, the first driving assembly is configured to drive the liquid dispensing assembly to dispense liquid, and is used to control the liquid dispensing assembly to splash liquid; the telescopic assembly is used to drive the liquid dispensing assembly to slide in the horizontal direction.

[0018] Furthermore, based on the above technical solution, the liquid outlet assembly includes at least one conveying pipeline, a liquid outlet tank, and at least one liquid outlet. The liquid outlet is located at the bottom of the liquid outlet tank. One end of the conveying pipeline is connected to the liquid storage device, and the other end is connected to the liquid outlet. The liquid outlet tank is connected to the end of the telescopic assembly facing the right cabinet and is slidably connected to the right cabinet.

[0019] Furthermore, the above technical solution includes a cup dropping device, a first lifting component, a cup dropping device connected to the first lifting component, a cup dropping guide connected to the bottom of the cup dropping device, the cup dropping guide for controlling the cup to fall precisely into a designated position, the sliding of the first lifting component causing the cup dropping device to move up and down, and the cup dropping sensor for controlling and sensing the linkage of the cup dropping.

[0020] Further, based on the above technical solution: the sealing device includes a sealing body, a tray and a support edge connected to the side of the sealing body facing the front side of the right cabinet, a weighing device and a cup holder connected to the upper surface of the weighing device, and the cup holder is located below the support edge. The cup holder is used to wrap the cup that falls in the cup dropping device, and the cup holder corresponds to the liquid outlet and the cup dropping guide respectively.

[0021] Furthermore, based on the above technical solution: the cup holder includes a base, and a fence is connected to the periphery of the upper surface of the base. The inner hole of the base and the support edge are coaxial, and the fence is used to wrap the cup body.

[0022] Furthermore, based on the above technical solution: a cup-dropping tray is provided directly below the retrieval port. The cup-dropping tray includes a support structure and a connector. The connector is used to connect the support structure to the inner side of the right cabinet. The side of the support structure facing the inner side of the right cabinet is adapted to the right cabinet, and the side facing the sealing device is adapted to the support edge.

[0023] Further, based on the above technical solution: a second temperature control device is provided at the bottom of the right cabinet, and the second temperature control device is located at the bottom of the sealing device. The second temperature control device is used for heat dissipation of the left cabinet and dust removal of the right cabinet. The second temperature control device includes an air duct assembly, which includes an air duct box, an air inlet, and an air outlet. An air outlet channel is provided at the upper end of the air duct box, and an air inlet channel is provided at one end of the air duct box near the rear side of the right cabinet. The air inlet channel is connected to the air outlet channel. The air inlet and air outlet are located on the rear side of the right cabinet, and the air inlet is located below the air outlet.

[0024] Further, through the above technical solution, the second temperature control device also includes a first fan assembly and a second fan assembly. The first fan assembly is disposed in the air duct box, and the second fan assembly is disposed at the air outlet. The first fan assembly is used to draw outdoor air from the air inlet into the air inlet channel to control the temperature of the left cabinet, and the second fan assembly is used to connect to the air outlet from the air outlet channel.

[0025] Furthermore, through the above technical solution: the retrieval port is connected to a visual door and a light curtain sensor, the bottom of the visual door is connected to a second lifting assembly, the second lifting assembly is used to lift the visual door, and the light curtain sensor is used to detect obstacles.

[0026] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the improvement of this utility model lies in that...

[0027] ① By setting up a liquid storage device, a disinfection device, and a first temperature control device, the hygiene and preservation conditions of liquid beverages can be met, thereby ensuring the quality and safety of liquid beverages, including milk.

[0028] ② By setting up a cup-dropping device, a liquid-dispensing device, and a sealing device, the three work together to ensure that the process of dispensing liquid beverages and sealing the cup after dispensing liquid beverages is completed in a closed environment. The whole process is contactless, avoiding the risk of consumers introducing bacteria when manually taking the cup.

[0029] ③ By setting at least one delivery pipe and at least one outlet in the liquid dispensing assembly, at least one liquid beverage can be sold; by setting a buffer assembly, liquid splashing from the outlet is prevented.

[0030] ④ By setting the first lifting component in the cup dropping device, the cup dropping device can drop the cup and then lift it up. On the one hand, it can drop the cup quickly, and on the other hand, it can reduce the risk of the spread of bacteria, viruses and other contaminants without direct human contact. In addition, the closed environment can prevent dust and debris from falling into the cup, which meets food hygiene standards. By setting the cup dropping guide in the cup dropping device, the cup can be accurately dropped into the designated position.

[0031] ⑤ By setting a meter in the sealing device, the weight of liquid beverages can be accurately measured to ensure that each cup contains the required amount of liquid; by setting a bracket, the cups dropped by the cup dropper can be kept upright, preventing cups from tilting, bouncing, or falling, reducing problems such as liquid spillage caused by improper cup drops, reducing human contact, improving sealing speed, making the seal tight, and ensuring good consistency throughout the entire process of cup dropping, liquid dispensing, and sealing.

[0032] ⑥ By setting a second temperature control device to control the temperature of the first temperature control device, the temperature in the left cabinet can be guaranteed, and the right cabinet can be dusted, thereby circulating the air in the liquid dispensing space and keeping it clean.

[0033] ⑦ By setting up a visual door at the dispensing port, the liquid dispensing space is sealed, reducing the entry of dust and preventing unauthorized contact with the components of the dispensing space, thus reducing the spread of bacteria and viruses; by setting up a second lifting component, the visual door rises and falls with the second lifting component, eliminating the need for manual control of the opening and closing of the visual door; by setting up a light curtain sensor, obstacles can be detected, and if an obstacle is encountered, the visual door will pause its closing action. If the consumer's arm is not completely withdrawn during the liquid dispensing process, the visual door will pause its closing action, thereby avoiding pinching injuries and making the entire liquid dispensing process safe and reliable.

[0034] ⑧ By setting up a cup-prevention tray, it is possible to prevent the cup from being accidentally dropped when taking out the sealed cup. Attached Figure Description

[0035] Figure 1 This is a front view of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a rear view of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention.

[0037] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the left cabinet of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the right cabinet of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a right view of the right cabinet of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0040] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the liquid dispensing state of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0041] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of a vending machine of the present invention, which can be used for various liquid beverages, in the state of not dispensing liquid;

[0042] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the liquid dispensing device of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0043] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the liquid dispensing component of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0044] Figure 10This is an enlarged view of part A of the liquid dispensing component of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0045] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cup-dispensing device for a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0046] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the air duct assembly of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0047] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the air duct structure of an air duct assembly for a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0048] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing device of a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0049] Figure 15 This is an enlarged view of part B of a sealing device for a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0050] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the cup holder structure of a sealing device for a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to this utility model;

[0051] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an anti-drop cup tray for a vending machine that can be used for various liquid beverages according to the present invention;

[0052] The components are as follows: 1. Left cabinet; 2. Right cabinet; 3. Retrieval port; 4. First drive assembly; 5. Telescopic assembly; 6. Liquid dispensing assembly; 6-1. Conveying pipeline; 6-2. Liquid dispensing tank; 6-3. Liquid dispensing port; 7. Cup drop sensor; 8. First lifting assembly; 9. Cup dropper; 10. Cup drop guide; 11. Sealing device body; 12. Tray; 13. Support edge; 14. Weighing device; 15. Cup holder; 15-1. Base. 15-2, Fence; 16, Anti-drop cup tray; 16-1, Support structure; 16-2, Connector; 17, Air duct assembly; 17-1, Air duct box; 17-2, Air inlet; 17-3, Air outlet; 17-4, Air outlet channel; 17-5, Air inlet channel; 17-6, First fan assembly; 17-7, Second fan assembly; 18, Viewing door; 19, Light curtain sensor; 20, Second lifting assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0053] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0054] The inventors discovered that existing self-service milk vending machines cannot operate in a closed space during the milk dispensing process. Furthermore, consumers manually taking the cup may introduce contaminants such as bacteria and viruses into the milk dispensing space, increasing the risk of their spread. Additionally, they cannot sell multiple liquid beverages simultaneously.

[0055] Based on the above findings, this application proposes a vending machine applicable to various liquid beverages. The structural design of the cup dispensing device, liquid dispensing device, and sealing device ensures that the milk dispensing process is completed in a closed space without any contact, thus avoiding the risk of consumers introducing bacteria when manually taking the cup. Furthermore, the liquid dispensing device is applicable to various liquid beverages, including milk. Example

[0056] Please see Figure 1 , Figures 3-7 A vending machine for various liquid beverages includes a cabinet, which includes a left cabinet 1 for storing liquids and a right cabinet 2 for dispensing liquids, with the left cabinet 1 and right cabinet 2 connected side by side from left to right.

[0057] The left cabinet 1 is equipped with a liquid storage device connected to the bottom of the left cabinet 1, a disinfection device connected to the side of the left cabinet 1, and a first temperature control device connected to the top of the left cabinet 1.

[0058] The right cabinet 2 is equipped with a milk vending window, payment device, button, display screen and other intelligent vending devices connected to the front side of the right cabinet 2, as well as a dispensing port 3 and a controller connected to the right cabinet 2 on the side near the left cabinet 1.

[0059] The left cabinet 1 is also equipped with a liquid discharge device connected to the front side of the left cabinet 1;

[0060] Inside the right cabinet 2, there is also a cup dropping device connected to the side of the right cabinet 2 and a sealing device connected to the middle of the right cabinet 2. The cup dropping device and the sealing device are compatible.

[0061] The liquid storage device, disinfection device, first temperature control device, cup dropping device, liquid dispensing device, and sealing device are all electrically connected to the controller.

[0062] Left cabinet 1 is an integrated foam-filled temperature-controlled chamber, internally equipped with a refrigerated milk tank and other liquid storage devices. The chamber has two temperature control sensors, one at the top and one at the bottom, with preset low and high alarm temperatures. If the temperature is abnormal, the machine will not perform the filling process. The temperature of the chamber is maintained between 1-5℃, and is adjustable; the cooling temperature is set to 2-5℃, and the heating temperature is set to 1-3℃. When the temperature inside the chamber is below 1℃, the PTC semiconductor heater and crossflow fan are activated; when the temperature rises above 3℃, the PTC semiconductor heater and crossflow fan are deactivated. When the temperature inside the chamber is above 5℃, the compressor cooling and crossflow fan are activated; when the temperature is below 2℃, the compressor cooling and crossflow fan are deactivated.

[0063] The disinfection device uses ultraviolet light for sterilization. After the staff finishes changing the milk, the sterilization lamp turns on to perform sterilization.

[0064] Please see Figures 8-10 The liquid dispensing device includes a first driving component 4, a telescopic component 5, and a liquid dispensing component 6. The first driving component 4 is configured to drive the liquid dispensing component 6 to dispense liquid and to control the liquid dispensing component 6 to splash liquid. The telescopic component 5 is configured to drive the liquid dispensing component 6 to slide in the horizontal direction.

[0065] The liquid dispensing assembly 6 includes at least one conveying pipe 6-1, a liquid dispensing tank 6-2, and at least one liquid dispensing port 6-3. The liquid dispensing port 6-3 is located at the bottom of the liquid dispensing tank 6-2. One end of the conveying pipe 6-1 is connected to the liquid storage device, and the other end is connected to the liquid dispensing port 6-3. The liquid dispensing tank 6-2 is connected to the end of the telescopic assembly 5 facing the right cabinet 2 and is slidably connected to the right cabinet 2.

[0066] The first drive component 4 uses a peristaltic pump, which is precisely positioned, can automatically adjust its speed, and runs very smoothly, which is beneficial for accurate weighing. When the filling weight reaches the set value, the peristaltic pump immediately flips to collect the residual liquid from the dispensing nozzle into the storage device, preventing dripping residue and preventing the generation of odors and bacteria in the dispensing area.

[0067] The delivery pipeline 6-1 uses food-grade silicone tubing, ensuring safety and reliability. The outlet 6-3 is not exposed; when not dispensing, it remains inside the incubator, significantly reducing the risk of external contamination and spoilage.

[0068] Please see Figure 11 The cup dropping device includes a third drive assembly, a cup dropping sensor 7, and a first lifting assembly 8. The first lifting assembly 8 is connected to a cup dropper 9, and the bottom of the cup dropper 9 is connected to a cup dropping guide 10. The cup dropping guide 10 is used to control the cup to fall accurately into the designated position. The third drive assembly is used to drive the first lifting assembly 8 to slide so that the cup dropper 9 moves up and down. The cup dropping sensor 7 is used to control and sense the linkage of the cup dropping and is connected to the first lifting assembly 8.

[0069] The third drive component uses a 24V stepper motor, and the first lifting component 8 uses a slider module as in existing technology, driving the cup dropper 9 to slide up and down. The cup dropper 9 can drop cups quickly and continuously without direct human contact, reducing the risk of the spread of bacteria, viruses and other contaminants. In addition, the enclosed environment can prevent dust and debris from falling into the cup, meeting food hygiene standards.

[0070] The cup drop sensor 7 can accurately detect whether the cup is in place. If the cup fails to fall into the holder within the specified time, it can issue an alarm signal in time and suspend the subsequent actions to avoid accidental collisions.

[0071] Please see Figures 14-16 The sealing device includes a sealing body 11, a tray 12 and a support edge 13 connected to the side of the sealing body 11 facing the front side of the right cabinet 2, a weighing device 14 and a cup holder 15 connected to the upper surface of the tray 12, and the cup holder 15 is located below the support edge 13. The cup holder 15 is used to wrap the cups that fall in the cup dropping device, and the cup holder 15 corresponds to the liquid outlet 6-3 and the cup dropping guide 10 respectively.

[0072] The cup holder 15 includes a base 15-1, and a fence 15-2 is connected around the periphery of the upper surface of the base 15-1. The base 15-1 and the inner hole of the support 13 are coaxial, and the fence 15-2 is used to wrap the cup body.

[0073] The cup holder 15 ensures that the cup stands upright and will not tilt, bounce, or fall, reducing the risk of liquid spillage due to improper cup dropping.

[0074] The weighing device 14 can measure the weight during the liquid filling process. It monitors the liquid weight in real time through sensors and adjusts the flow rate according to the real-time weight to perform dynamic compensation, thereby improving the accuracy of weighing and ensuring that every cup of liquid is of sufficient quantity.

[0075] Please see Figure 4 , Figure 5 The loading port 3 is connected to a viewing door 18 and a light curtain sensor 19. The bottom of the viewing door 18 is connected to a second lifting assembly 20, which lifts and lowers the viewing door 18. The light curtain sensor 19 is used to detect obstacles.

[0076] The 18-inch viewing door is made of tempered glass, which is high in strength and impact resistance. When broken, it produces blunt-angled particles that are unlikely to cause serious injury to the human body. It also has a low risk of spontaneous explosion and can withstand relatively large temperature differences.

[0077] A 24V stepper motor drives the second lifting assembly 20 to raise and lower the viewing door 18. The second lifting assembly 20 uses a slider module, a technology already in use. The viewing door 18 remains closed during liquid filling to prevent personnel contact and avoid the risk of bacterial transmission. When retrieving items, the viewing door 18 retracts its outlet into the insulated box after a completion signal is sent, and all motors are checked to be in their correct positions, thereby reducing the probability of accidents and minimizing the risk of dust and bacteria entering the right cabinet 2 with the retrieved items.

[0078] When the light curtain sensor 19 detects an obstacle, such as a customer's arm not being fully removed, the automatic door will pause closing and automatically open to avoid injury. If the customer's arm is not fully removed when the automatic door is closing, the video door 18 will continue to close. In an emergency, the emergency switch on the right cabinet 2 panel can be pressed to force the video door 18 to open. Example

[0079] This embodiment has the same structure as the vending machine in Embodiment 1 that can be used for various liquid beverages. The only difference is that... (Please refer to...) Figure 2 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 A second temperature control device is installed at the bottom of the right cabinet 2, and the second temperature control device is located at the bottom of the sealing device. The second temperature control device is used for heat dissipation of the left cabinet 1 and dust removal of the right cabinet 2. The second temperature control device includes an air duct assembly 17, which includes an air duct box 17-1, an air inlet 17-2 and an air outlet 17-3. An air outlet channel 17-4 is provided at the upper end of the air duct box 17-1, and an air inlet channel 17-5 is provided at the end of the air duct box 17-1 near the rear side of the right cabinet 2. The air inlet channel 17-5 is connected to the air outlet channel 17-4. The air inlet 17-2 and the air outlet 17-3 are located on the rear side of the right cabinet 2, and the air inlet 17-2 is located below the air outlet 17-3.

[0080] The second temperature control device also includes a first fan assembly 17-6 and a second fan assembly 17-7. The first fan assembly 17-6 is located inside the air duct box 17-1, and the second fan assembly 17-7 is located at the air outlet 17-3. The first fan assembly 17-6 is used to draw outdoor air from the air inlet 17-2 into the air inlet channel 17-5 to control the temperature of the left cabinet 1. The second fan assembly 17-7 is used to connect from the air outlet channel 17-4 to the air outlet 17-3.

[0081] The first fan assembly 17-6 refers to the constant flow fan mentioned in Embodiment 1, which is regulated according to the temperature in the left cabinet 1 in conjunction with the PTC semiconductor heater and compressor cooling. The second fan assembly 17-7 adopts a fan from the prior art.

[0082] Therefore, the second temperature control device can not only ensure the temperature in the left cabinet 1, but also remove dust from the right cabinet 2, thereby circulating the air in the liquid dispensing space and keeping it clean. Example

[0083] This embodiment has the same structure as the vending machine applicable to various liquid beverages in Embodiments 1 and 2. The only difference is that... (Please refer to...) Figure 5 , Figure 17 Inside the right cabinet 2, directly below the retrieval port 3, there is an anti-drop cup tray 16. The anti-drop cup tray 16 includes a support structure 16-1 and a connector 16-2. The connector 16-2 is used to connect the support structure 16-1 to the inner side of the right cabinet 2. The side of the support structure 16-1 facing the inner side of the right cabinet 2 is adapted to the right cabinet 2, and the side facing the sealing device is adapted to the support edge 13.

[0084] The anti-drop cup tray 16 prevents cups from being accidentally dropped when retrieving them from the sealed container. A straw holder can be placed on the cup tray, maintaining neatness, optimizing space utilization, and improving the user experience.

[0085] The workflow of an embodiment of the present invention, which can be used for various liquid beverages, is as follows:

[0086] Consumers pay by swiping their card or scanning a QR code. The payment backend reads the membership card information and balance. The machine automatically monitors whether the machine system is working properly, selects the desired product, and selects buttons 1-2-3 to read the product and cup inventory.

[0087] When a product alert is triggered or the inventory quantity falls below a set value, an alert is triggered. If product A is alerted, only product A cannot be sold. If a cup is alerted, then all products cannot be sold.

[0088] After the product is selected, the cup dropping device starts working. The first lifting component 8 drives the cup dropping device 9 to descend. The cup dropping device 9 rotates and the cup falls into the cup holder 15. When the cup dropping sensor is touched, the cup dropping device 9 automatically rises. The first lifting component 8 drives the cup dropping device 9 to rise. The origin sensor detects whether the cup dropping device 9 has returned to the origin. If the origin sensor does not detect it, the machine will remind you of a machine malfunction. If it is normal, it will continue to work according to the process.

[0089] The outlet 6-3 automatically extends into position, the peristaltic pump starts, and the weighing sensor begins transmitting real-time weight to the machine's computer. When the liquid weight approaches the set weight value, the peristaltic pump automatically adjusts to a slower dispensing speed. When the dispensing reaches a certain set value, the peristaltic pump quickly returns to the original position. Once the return is complete, the outlet 6-3 automatically returns to the set position. The origin sensor of the outlet 6-3 automatic extension and retraction system detects this return. After returning to the set position, the origin sensor of the outlet 6-3 will also detect whether it has returned to the origin. If the origin sensor does not detect the return, the machine will indicate a malfunction. If everything is normal, the process will continue.

[0090] The sealing device begins sealing, and simultaneously, the viewing door 18 automatically opens to the set position. The consumer takes the filled product, the cup leaves the container, and the viewing door 18 begins a countdown to close. If the cup accidentally falls off while the consumer is still in the cup-taking space, there is an anti-drop tray 16 for easy retrieval. Inside the cup-taking space, there is a straw holder, allowing the consumer to grab a straw while taking the cup for convenient drinking. Once the countdown is complete, the viewing door 18 begins closing, and its anti-pinch system activates. If the light curtain sensor 19 detects an obstacle, such as the customer's arm not being completely removed, the viewing door 18 will pause closing and automatically open to prevent injury. An emergency opening button is located on the right cabinet panel 2; pressing this button will force the viewing door 18 to open. This anti-pinch system only functions when the door is closing.

[0091] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A vending machine applicable to a variety of liquid beverages, comprising a cabinet, the cabinet including a left cabinet (1) for storing liquids and a right cabinet (2) for dispensing liquids, the left cabinet (1) and the right cabinet (2) being connected side by side from left to right; The left cabinet (1) is equipped with a liquid storage device connected to the bottom of the left cabinet (1), a disinfection device connected to the side of the left cabinet (1), and a first temperature control device connected to the top of the left cabinet (1). The right cabinet (2) is equipped with an intelligent vending device and a pickup port (3) connected to the front side of the right cabinet (2), and a controller connected to the right cabinet (2) on the side near the left cabinet (1); Its features are: The left cabinet (1) is also equipped with a liquid discharge device connected to the front side of the left cabinet (1); The right cabinet (2) is also equipped with a cup dropping device connected to the side of the right cabinet (2) and a sealing device connected to the middle of the right cabinet (2). The cup dropping device and the sealing device are compatible. The liquid storage device, disinfection device, first temperature control device, cup dropping device, liquid dispensing device, and sealing device are all electrically connected to the controller.

2. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 1, characterized in that: The liquid dispensing device includes a first driving component (4), a telescopic component (5), and a liquid dispensing component (6). The first driving component (4) is used to drive the liquid dispensing component (6) to dispense liquid and to control the liquid dispensing component (6) to splash liquid. The telescopic component (5) is used to drive the liquid dispensing component (6) to slide in the horizontal direction.

3. A vending machine applicable to various liquid beverages according to claim 2, characterized in that: The liquid outlet assembly (6) includes at least one conveying pipe (6-1), a liquid outlet tank (6-2), and at least one liquid outlet (6-3). The liquid outlet (6-3) is located at the bottom of the liquid outlet tank (6-2). One end of the conveying pipe (6-1) is connected to the liquid storage device, and the other end is connected to the liquid outlet (6-3). The liquid outlet tank (6-2) is connected to the end of the telescopic assembly (5) facing the right cabinet (2) and is slidably connected to the right cabinet (2).

4. A vending machine applicable to various liquid beverages according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cup dropping device includes a cup dropping sensor (7) and a first lifting component (8). The first lifting component (8) is connected to a cup dropper (9). The bottom of the cup dropper (9) is connected to a cup dropping guide (10). The cup dropping guide (10) is used to control the cup to fall accurately into the designated position. The first lifting component (8) slides to make the cup dropper (9) move up and down. The cup dropping sensor (7) is used to control and sense the linkage of the cup dropping.

5. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sealing device includes a sealing body (11), a tray (12) and a support edge (13) connected to the side of the sealing body (11) facing the front side of the right cabinet (2), a weighing device (14) and a cup holder (15) connected to the upper surface of the tray (12), and the cup holder (15) is located below the support edge (13); the cup holder (15) is used to wrap the cup that falls in the cup dropping device, and the cup holder (15) corresponds to the liquid outlet (6-3) and the cup dropping guide (10) respectively.

6. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 5, characterized in that: The cup holder (15) includes a base (15-1) and a fence (15-2) is connected around the upper surface of the base (15-1). The base (15-1) and the inner hole of the support (13) are coaxial. The fence (15-2) is used to wrap the cup body.

7. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 5, characterized in that: The anti-drop cup tray (16) is provided directly below the picking port (3). The anti-drop cup tray (16) includes a support structure (16-1) and a connector (16-2). The connector (16-2) is used to connect the support structure (16-1) to the inner side of the right cabinet (2). The side of the support structure (16-1) facing the inner side of the right cabinet (2) is adapted to the right cabinet (2), and the side facing the sealing device is adapted to the support edge (13).

8. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the right cabinet (2) is provided with a second temperature control device, and the second temperature control device is located at the bottom of the sealing device. The second temperature control device is used for heat dissipation of the left cabinet (1) and dust removal of the right cabinet (2). The second temperature control device includes an air duct assembly (17), which includes an air duct box (17-1), an air inlet (17-2), and an air outlet (17-3). An air outlet channel (17-4) is provided at the upper end of the air duct box (17-1). An air inlet channel (17-5) is provided at one end of the air duct box (17-1) near the rear side of the right cabinet (2). The air inlet channel (17-5) is connected to the air outlet channel (17-4). The air inlet (17-2) and the air outlet (17-3) are located on the rear side of the right cabinet (2), and the air inlet (17-2) is located below the air outlet (17-3).

9. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 8, characterized in that: The second temperature control device also includes a first fan assembly (17-6) and a second fan assembly (17-7). The first fan assembly (17-6) is located inside the air duct box (17-1), and the second fan assembly (17-7) is located at the air outlet (17-3). The first fan assembly (17-6) draws outdoor air from the air inlet (17-2) into the air inlet channel (17-5) to control the temperature of the left cabinet (1). The second fan assembly (17-7) is used to connect from the air outlet channel (17-4) to the air outlet (17-3).

10. A vending machine for various liquid beverages according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pickup port (3) is connected to a viewing door (18) and a light curtain sensor (19). The bottom of the viewing door is connected to a second lifting assembly (20), which is used to lift the viewing door (18). The light curtain sensor (19) is used to detect obstacles.

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