Pizza carrying device and self-service pizza machine
By coordinating the first and second transport mechanisms, the pizza container can be directly transferred, solving the high cost problem caused by the need for a box-opening device in the prior art, and realizing a simple and low-cost pizza transport method.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520586456.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-31
AI Technical Summary
Existing self-service pizza machines require complex box-opening devices to secure the pizza containers during transport, resulting in high costs.
By employing a first and a second handling mechanism in conjunction, and through the design of the first and second receiving components, the pizza container can be directly transferred without the need for a box-opening device to secure it.
The structure of the pizza handling device has been simplified, reducing production costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, and in particular to a pizza conveying device and a self-service pizza machine. Background Technology
[0002] Vending machines are commonly used equipment in commercial automation. They are not limited by time or location, save manpower, and facilitate transactions, representing a new form of commercial retail, often referred to as 24-hour mini-supermarkets. Furthermore, with market changes, vending machines have evolved into various styles, including those selling items such as pizzas.
[0003] The self-service pizza machine primarily places pizzas in heat-resistant aluminum pizza containers, which are then placed inside pizza boxes. Multiple pizza boxes are stored in a storage unit for refrigeration or freezing, thus maintaining the pizza quality over a long period. During use, a first conveying mechanism removes the pizza boxes from the storage unit and delivers them to an opening device. The opening device secures the pizza boxes, and a second conveying mechanism located beside the opening device removes the pizza containers from the pizza boxes and places them into a heating device for heating. After heating, the pizza containers are removed from the heating device and placed back into the pizza boxes, which are then delivered to the dispensing port.
[0004] Existing self-service pizza machines require a box-opening device to secure the pizza boxes during transport, which is complex and costly.
[0005] In view of this, a new technical solution is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a pizza handling device and a self-service pizza machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this utility model provides a pizza handling device, including a first handling mechanism and a second handling mechanism. The first handling mechanism is installed on the main cabinet of the self-service pizza machine, and the second handling mechanism is installed on the auxiliary cabinet of the self-service pizza machine. The output end of the first handling mechanism is provided with a first receiving component, and the output end of the second handling mechanism is provided with a second receiving component.
[0008] The top of the output end of the first receiving component is recessed downward to form a groove for passing through the output end of the second receiving component, or the top of the output end of the second receiving component is recessed downward to form a groove for passing through the output end of the first receiving component.
[0009] In a further technical solution, the first receiving component includes a first mounting base and a first receiving element. The first mounting base is slidably mounted on the output end of the first conveying mechanism, and the first receiving element is mounted on the first mounting base.
[0010] The second receiving component includes a second mounting base and a second receiving element. The second mounting base is slidably mounted on the output end of the second conveying mechanism, and the second receiving element is mounted on the second mounting base.
[0011] In a further technical solution, the first receiving component includes multiple receiving rods, which are evenly spaced on the first mounting base. The second receiving component includes multiple receiving strips, which are evenly spaced on the second mounting base. Each receiving strip has a groove corresponding to the number of receiving rods.
[0012] In a further technical solution, the size of the groove is greater than or equal to the size of the receiving rod.
[0013] In a further technical solution, the first receiving component includes multiple receiving strips, which are evenly spaced on the first mounting base. The second receiving component includes multiple receiving rods, which are evenly spaced on the second mounting base. Each receiving strip has a groove corresponding to the number of receiving rods.
[0014] In a further technical solution, the size of the groove is greater than or equal to the size of the receiving rod.
[0015] In a further technical solution, the second handling mechanism includes a lifting component, a rotating component, and a telescopic component. The lifting component is installed on the auxiliary cabinet, the rotating component is installed at the output end of the lifting component, the telescopic component is installed at the output end of the rotating component, and the second receiving component is installed at the output end of the telescopic component.
[0016] In a further technical solution, the first receiving component also includes a limiting member, and the limiting member and the receiving component form a transport space for receiving the pizza container.
[0017] In a further technical solution, the contact end of the limiting member with the pizza container is recessed inward in an arc shape, and when the first receiving component picks up the pizza container, the contact end of the limiting member fits against the side of the pizza container.
[0018] The second aspect of this utility model provides a self-service pizza machine, including the pizza handling device.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model brings the following technical effects:
[0020] The pizza handling device of this invention completes the transfer of pizzas through the cooperation of the first handling mechanism and the second handling mechanism. It eliminates the need for a box-opening device to fix the pizza box, has a simple structure, and reduces production costs.
[0021] The self-service pizza machine of this utility model includes all the technical features and effects of the pizza conveying device, and therefore will not be described in detail. Attached Figure Description
[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a pizza transport device.
[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first transport mechanism.
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second transport mechanism.
[0026] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the first receiving component.
[0027] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the second receiving component.
[0028] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram showing the first receiving component and the second receiving component taking over the pizza.
[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a self-service pizza machine.
[0030] Explanation of key component symbols:
[0031] 1. First handling mechanism; 11. First receiving component; 111. First mounting base; 112. First receiving part; 1121. Receiving rod; 1122. Limiting component; 1123. Handling space;
[0032] 2. Second conveying mechanism; 21. Second receiving assembly; 211. Second mounting base; 212. Second receiving part; 2121. Groove; 22. Lifting assembly; 23. Rotating assembly; 24. Telescopic assembly;
[0033] 3. Main cabinet;
[0034] 4. Secondary cabinet; 41. Retrieval and placement platform;
[0035] 5. Pizza container;
[0036] 6. Pizza. Detailed Implementation
[0037] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0039] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0040] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between 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.
[0041] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0042] Example 1
[0043] like Figure 1-7 As shown, the pizza handling device includes a first handling mechanism 1 and a second handling mechanism 2. The first handling mechanism 1 is installed on the main cabinet 3 of the self-service pizza machine and is used to pick up the pizza container 5 located in the storage device and transport the pizza container 5 to the pick-up and place platform 41 of the auxiliary cabinet 4 of the self-service pizza machine. The second handling mechanism 2 is installed on the auxiliary cabinet 4 of the self-service pizza machine and is used to transport the pizza container 5 located on the pick-up and place platform 41 to the heating device of the self-service pizza machine for heating. After heating is completed, the pizza container 5 is returned to the pick-up and place platform 41 and pushed to the dispensing port of the self-service pizza machine. The output end of the first handling mechanism 1 is provided with a first receiving component 11, and the output end of the second handling mechanism 2 is provided with a second receiving component 21.
[0044] The top of the output end of the second receiving component 21 is recessed downward to form a groove 2121 for the passage of the output end of the first receiving component 11.
[0045] During the handling of pizza 6, the second receiving component 21 moves to the pick-and-place platform 41, and the first receiving component 11 picks up the pizza container 5 and moves it to the pick-and-place platform 41, positioned above the second receiving component 21. The first conveying mechanism 1 drives the first receiving component 11 downwards and into the groove 2121. At this point, the bottom of the pizza container 5 detaches from the first receiving component 11 and contacts the second receiving component 21, completing the transfer of pizza 6. The structure is simple, eliminating the need for an opening device to secure the pizza box, thus reducing production costs.
[0046] It is understandable that the first handling mechanism 1 has the function of driving the first receiving component 11 to move up and down, left and right, forward and backward, and rotate, which will not be elaborated here. The second handling mechanism 2 may also have the function of driving the second receiving component 21 to move up and down, left and right, forward and backward, and rotate, depending on actual use needs, which will also not be elaborated here.
[0047] It should be noted that in this embodiment, only the pizza container 5 is used to store the pizza 6. Therefore, the second conveying mechanism 2 can directly send the pizza container 5 into the heating device for heating.
[0048] like Figure 2 , 4 As shown in Figure 6, in a further specific embodiment, the first receiving component 11 includes a first mounting base 111 and a first receiving element 112. The first mounting base 111 is slidably mounted on the output end of the first conveying mechanism 1, and the first receiving element 112 is mounted on the first mounting base 111. The first receiving element 112 is moved by the arrangement of the first mounting base 111. As a preferred embodiment, the first receiving element 112 in this embodiment includes four receiving rods 1121, which are equally spaced on the first mounting base 111. When transporting the pizza 6, the four receiving rods 1121 can be evenly distributed on the bottom of the pizza container 5 for support, resulting in a simple structure and strong stability. In other specific embodiments, the number of receiving rods 1121 can be increased or decreased according to actual needs.
[0049] like Figure 3 , 5 As shown in Figure 6, the second receiving component 21 includes a second mounting base 211 and a second receiving element 212. The second mounting base 211 is slidably mounted on the output end of the second conveying mechanism 2, and the second receiving element 212 is mounted on the second mounting base 211. The second receiving element 212 is moved by the arrangement of the second mounting base 211.
[0050] In a preferred embodiment, the second receiving component 212 of this embodiment includes four receiving strips, which are evenly spaced on the second mounting base 211. Each receiving strip has four grooves 2121. During the transfer of the pizza 6, the four receiving strips can be evenly distributed at the bottom of the pizza container 5 for support. After entering the grooves 2121, the four receiving rods 1121 move downwards and backwards under the drive of the first conveying mechanism 1, thus pushing out of the grooves 2121. It should be noted that "receiving rods 1121 entering grooves 2121" means that all four receiving strips simultaneously enter the grooves 2121 located at the same position. For example, the first receiving rod 1121 on the left simultaneously enters the first groove 2121 on the left side of the four receiving strips. The structure is simple and highly stable. In other specific embodiments, the number of receiving strips can be increased or decreased according to actual needs.
[0051] like Figure 6As shown in a further embodiment, the size of the groove 2121 is larger than the size of the receiving rod 1121, which allows the receiving rod 1121 to exit the groove 2121 more smoothly. In other embodiments, the size of the groove 2121 can also be equal to the size of the receiving rod 1121. Although the receiving rod 1121 can still exit the groove 2121 under this structure, it requires higher precision.
[0052] like Figure 3 As shown, in a further specific embodiment, the second handling mechanism 2 includes a lifting component 22, a rotating component 23, and a telescopic component 24. The lifting component 22 is installed on the auxiliary cabinet 4, the rotating component 23 is installed at the output end of the lifting component 22, the telescopic component 24 is installed at the output end of the rotating component 23, and the second receiving component 21 is installed at the output end of the telescopic component 24.
[0053] In this embodiment, after the pizza 6 has finished heating, the second transport mechanism 2 removes the pizza container 5 from the heating device of the self-service pizza machine and moves it to the pick-up and place platform 41. The rotating component 23 drives the telescopic component 24 to rotate, causing the second receiving component 21 to tilt, allowing the pizza container 5 to slide from the second receiving component 21 into the pizza box on the pick-up and place platform 41. Then, the second transport mechanism 2 pushes the pizza box to the dispensing port. It should be noted that when the pizza 6 enters the heating device for heating, the self-service pizza machine's storage device places the pizza box on the pick-up and place platform 41.
[0054] like Figure 4 As shown, in a further specific embodiment, the first receiving component 11 also includes a limiting member 1122, which forms a transport space 1123 for receiving the pizza container 5 between the limiting member 1122 and the receiving component. The limiting member 1122 limits the two sides of the pizza container 5, preventing it from shifting or falling during the transfer of the pizza container 5, thus enhancing stability.
[0055] like Figure 4 As shown in a further specific embodiment, the contact end of the limiting member 1122 with the pizza container 5 is recessed inward in an arc shape. When the first receiving component 11 picks up the pizza container 5, the contact end of the limiting member 1122 is in contact with the side of the pizza container 5. This setting allows the limiting member 1122 to better limit the pizza container 5, preventing it from falling and further enhancing stability.
[0056] Example 2
[0057] The difference between this embodiment and Embodiment 1 is that the top of the output end of the first receiving component 11 is recessed downwards to form a groove 2121 for the passage of the output end of the second receiving component 21. The first receiving component 112 includes multiple receiving strips, which are evenly spaced on the first mounting base 111. The second receiving component 212 includes multiple receiving rods 1121, which are evenly spaced on the second mounting base 211. Each receiving strip has a groove 2121 corresponding to the number of receiving rods 1121. The size of the groove 2121 is larger than the size of the receiving rod 1121.
[0058] When transporting pizza 6, the first receiving component 11 picks up pizza container 5 and moves it to the pick-and-place platform 41. The second receiving component 21 moves to the pick-and-place platform 41 and inserts itself into the groove 2121. The second transport mechanism 2 drives the second receiving component 21 to move upward, causing the bottom of pizza container 5 to detach from the first receiving component 11 and come into contact with the second receiving component 21, thus completing the transfer of pizza 6. The structure is simple, eliminating the need for an opening device to secure the pizza box, thereby reducing production costs.
[0059] Example 3
[0060] like Figure 1-7 As shown, a self-service pizza machine includes the pizza conveying device. This embodiment includes all the technical features and effects of Embodiment 1, and therefore will not be repeated.
[0061] The terms "specific example" or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.
[0062] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments, as long as they meet the purpose of the present invention, and all such changes should be within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention. For example, different combinations of specific embodiments and different combinations of distinguishing technical features.
Claims
1. A pizza carrying device, comprising a first carrying mechanism (1) and a second carrying mechanism (2), the first carrying mechanism (1) is installed on a main cabinet (3) of a self-service pizza machine, the second carrying mechanism (2) is installed on a sub-cabinet (4) of the self-service pizza machine, characterized in that: The output end of the first conveying mechanism (1) is provided with a first receiving assembly (11), and the output end of the second conveying mechanism (2) is provided with a second receiving assembly (21). The top of the output end of the first receiving assembly (11) is recessed downward to form a groove (2121) for passing through the output end of the second receiving assembly (21) or the top of the output end of the second receiving assembly (21) is recessed downward to form a groove (2121) for passing through the output end of the first receiving assembly (11).
2. The pizza conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first receiving assembly (11) comprises a first mounting seat (111) and a first receiving piece (112), the first mounting seat (111) is slidingly installed on the output end of the first conveying mechanism (1), and the first receiving piece (112) is installed on the first mounting seat (111). The second receiving assembly (21) comprises a second mounting seat (211) and a second receiving piece (212), the second mounting seat (211) is slidingly installed on the output end of the second conveying mechanism (2), and the second receiving piece (212) is installed on the second mounting seat (211).
3. The pizza carrying device of claim 2, wherein: The first receiving piece (112) comprises a plurality of receiving rods (1121) which are equidistantly and spacedly distributed on the first mounting seat (111), and the second receiving piece (212) comprises a plurality of receiving strips which are equidistantly and spacedly distributed on the second mounting seat (211), and each receiving strip is provided with grooves (2121) corresponding to the number of receiving rods (1121).
4. The pizza carrying device of claim 3, wherein: The size of the grooves (2121) is greater than or equal to the size of the receiving rods (1121).
5. The pizza carrying device of claim 2, wherein: The first receiving piece (112) comprises a plurality of receiving strips which are equidistantly and spacedly distributed on the first mounting seat (111), and the second receiving piece (212) comprises a plurality of receiving rods (1121) which are equidistantly and spacedly distributed on the second mounting seat (211), and each receiving strip is provided with grooves (2121) corresponding to the number of receiving rods (1121).
6. The pizza carrying device of claim 5, wherein: The size of the grooves (2121) is greater than or equal to the size of the receiving rods (1121).
7. The pizza carrying device of claim 1, wherein: The second conveying mechanism (2) comprises a lifting assembly (22), a rotating assembly (23) and a telescopic assembly (24), the lifting assembly (22) is installed on the sub-cabinet (4), the rotating assembly (23) is installed on the output end of the lifting assembly (22), the telescopic assembly (24) is installed on the output end of the rotating assembly (23), and the second receiving assembly (21) is installed on the output end of the telescopic assembly (24).
8. The pizza carrying device of claim 1, wherein: The first receiving assembly (11) further comprises a limiting piece (1122), and a conveying space (1123) for accommodating a pizza container (5) is formed between the limiting piece (1122) and the receiving piece.
9. The pizza carrying device of claim 8, wherein: The contact end of the limiting piece (1122) is concave and arc-shaped inwardly, and when the first pizza receiving assembly (11) picks up the pizza container (5), the contact end of the limiting piece (1122) is in close contact with the side surface of the pizza container (5).
10. A self-service pizza machine characterized by: The pizza delivery device comprises the pizza delivery device according to any one of claims 1-9.