Buffet tableware distribution device

Abstract

The utility model provides a self-service tableware distribution device which comprises a housing and at least one set of stock bin mechanism arranged in the housing, the stock bin mechanism comprises a tableware containing bin and a tableware blanking bin, the tableware containing bin is used for stacking and storing tableware, and the tableware blanking bin is sequentially provided with an upper mold, a middle mold and a lower mold. The three parts are respectively provided with channels for controlling the sequential falling of tableware; in the initial state, the middle mold is aligned with the upper mold and staggered with the lower mold, and when a user presses a switch or pulls tableware, channels between the molds are in linkage alignment, and a single piece of tableware is released to a taking position; the tableware head triggers the linkage assembly in the taking process, the middle mold is driven to reset, and preparation of the next piece of tableware is achieved. The device provided by the utility model is reasonable in structure, does not need to be electrically driven, completes tableware distribution by means of mechanical linkage, has the advantages of automatic control, single-support taking, sequential supply, pollution prevention and the like, and is suitable for cafeteria, shared kitchens, enterprise canteens and other scenes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tableware equipment technology, and in particular to a self-service tableware dispensing device. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing emphasis on service efficiency and hygiene in the catering industry, self-service tableware dispensing devices are widely used in public dining venues such as restaurants, canteens, and cafes. These devices typically use mechanical structures to centrally stack, automatically distribute, and individually dispense cutlery such as knives, forks, and spoons, thereby avoiding cross-contamination between users and improving the overall dining experience and hygiene management.

[0003] Existing cutlery dispensing devices mostly employ a combination of stacked storage and feeding mechanisms, using mechanical pushing, prying mechanisms, rotating supports, or electronically controlled drive components to push the bottom or frontmost cutlery into the dispensing port. However, in practical applications, the following key issues remain unresolved:

[0004] 1) The problem of tableware getting stuck or multiple pieces falling is prominent. Due to the irregular shape or improper arrangement of tableware, it is easy for the feeding mechanism to be blocked or for multiple pieces to fall at once, which seriously affects the stability of the output and the user's operating experience.

[0005] 2) Complex structure and slow response. Some solutions use motors, drive shafts, sensors and other drive and control components to complete the feeding action, which not only has high manufacturing costs and complex maintenance, but also has the problems of slow response and limited lifespan.

[0006] 3) Poor adaptability and fault tolerance. In scenarios where users frequently change different types of tableware (such as wooden forks, wooden spoons, and knives), existing devices often require structural replacement or readjustment, resulting in poor adaptability and limited use.

[0007] 4) The "single use - automatic next item in place" cyclical supply logic cannot be implemented. Some devices do not simultaneously complete the accurate positioning and preparation of the next piece of tableware after the user takes the tableware, requiring additional operation or waiting time.

[0008] To address these issues, some existing technologies have proposed controlling the downward movement of tableware by setting up chutes and movable baffles, or designing matching structures for the tableware itself to achieve positioning recognition. However, these methods either rely on matching special tableware, limiting their versatility, or lack coordination mechanisms for multi-mold linkage and continuous retrieval, making it difficult to achieve high-precision, repeatable, and sequential retrieval control without the need for electronic control.

[0009] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a tableware dispensing device that is simple and novel in structure, precise in control, and sensitive in response, in order to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0010] To address the technical problems of existing technologies, such as easy jamming during tableware dispensing, inability to accurately dispense individual utensils, and complex mechanisms, this invention provides a self-service tableware dispensing device. This invention utilizes a staggered, linked mold structure, a spring reset mechanism, and a dispensing action triggering mechanism to achieve a cyclical dispensing logic of "single release, automatic reset, and dispensing linkage" for tableware. It eliminates the need for complex electrical control systems, efficiently completing the tableware dispensing process through mechanical coordination, improving dispensing efficiency and user experience. It is particularly suitable for public self-service scenarios with high requirements for structural stability and hygiene safety.

[0011] The technical means adopted in this utility model are as follows:

[0012] A self-service tableware dispensing device includes a housing and at least one set of hopper mechanisms disposed within the housing, the hopper mechanisms comprising:

[0013] A cutlery receiving compartment has a first guide plate and a second guide plate arranged opposite to each other for accommodating multiple stacked cutlery and defining their stacking state;

[0014] The cutlery feeding bin has an upper mold, a middle mold and a lower mold arranged in a vertical direction, for the cutlery to slide sequentially to the pick-up position of the lower mold;

[0015] The upper, middle, and lower molds are all equipped with channels for tableware to pass through. In the initial state, the middle mold is aligned with the channel of the upper mold and misaligned with the channel of the lower mold. When the user presses the first switch linked to the middle mold, the middle mold is aligned with the channel of the lower mold and misaligned with the channel of the upper mold, causing the first piece of tableware to fall into the retrieval position. Subsequently, by pulling the tableware handle, the linkage component is activated to reset the misaligned structure between the molds, allowing the next piece of tableware to fall into the retrieval position.

[0016] Furthermore, the tableware receiving compartment is set on the upper mold support platform of the upper mold, and the receiving space in the guide plate follows the shape of the upper mold channel, the upper mold channel having a certain height.

[0017] Furthermore, the middle mold is placed inside the bottom of the upper mold, including a middle mold support platform and a vertical plate disposed thereon. The middle mold support platform is provided with a middle mold channel, and the vertical plate is disposed at the end of the middle mold channel. The vertical plate is provided with a fixing rod for installing a reset spring on one side facing the middle mold channel; the other side is connected to the rack of the linkage assembly.

[0018] Furthermore, the thickness of the central mold is less than or equal to the thickness of the tableware, and the central mold channel has a first buffer platform at the tail end and a second buffer platform at the front end.

[0019] Furthermore, the lower mold is a split structure, having two opposing mold bodies for forming a tableware sliding space. The mold body includes a lower mold support platform at the upper end, a tableware sliding conveying cavity, and an inclined slide for tableware retrieval. The lower mold support platform is provided with a lower mold channel, and the tail end of the tableware sliding conveying cavity is provided with a limiting block for restricting the tableware head from sliding down.

[0020] Furthermore, the lower mold has multiple support rods arranged in a descending, inclined manner within its tableware sliding conveyor cavity, forming a slide for the tableware to slide down; the lower mold also has a space for installing the linkage component at the tableware retrieval position.

[0021] Furthermore, the linkage assembly includes a linkage rod, the upper part of which is provided with a first transmission member. The teeth on the first transmission member mesh with a gear provided on the central mold support platform, transmitting power to the rack to push the upright plate forward. The lower part of the linkage rod is provided with a second transmission member and a third transmission member disposed opposite to it. The second transmission member and the third transmission member are provided with meshing teeth. When the head of the tableware passes through, it drives the second transmission member and the third transmission member to rotate outward and open, so as to take out the tableware.

[0022] Furthermore, a pushing member is provided at the lower part of the second transmission member and the third transmission member respectively. The pushing member is a freely rotatable columnar component that is locked in the groove of the tableware head to reduce the friction between the tableware and the tableware.

[0023] Furthermore, the lower mold is also provided with a dust cover at the tableware retrieval position, including a dust cover body, a dust cover and a tableware retrieval outlet below. The dust cover body is provided with a first switch hole that matches the first switch, and the side wall of the dust cover body is provided with a positioning protrusion that is engaged and fixed with the side plate of the lower mold.

[0024] Furthermore, the bottom of the cover is provided with a support base and anti-slip components.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0026] 1. This utility model achieves step-by-step limiting and single-piece release of tableware during the falling process by staggered control and linkage switching between the upper, middle and lower mold layers, avoiding multiple pieces of tableware from slipping or getting stuck at the same time, improving the accuracy and stability of the dispensing, and achieving precise single-piece feeding control.

[0027] 2. This utility model adopts a purely mechanical structure design, without the need for electronic components such as motors and sensors. The mold linkage is triggered and the next piece of tableware is placed simply by the user pulling the tableware. Automatic reset is achieved in conjunction with the spring reset structure.

[0028] 3. The hopper mechanism provided by this utility model is a modular design, which can quickly replace the corresponding mold components according to the shape and size of the tableware (such as wooden forks, wooden spoons, wooden knives, etc.). It has strong adaptability and high versatility, and is suitable for flexible use in different scenarios.

[0029] 4. This utility model adopts a closed shell structure, and the head of the tableware is always inside the shell during the use process, with only the handle exposed. Combined with the limiting structure and dust cover design, it effectively reduces the risk of contamination and meets public health and safety requirements.

[0030] In summary, the device provided by this utility model has a reasonable and simple structure, is highly responsive, reliable in operation, and requires no electric drive. It relies on mechanical linkage to complete the distribution of tableware and has the advantages of single-piece use, sequential supply, pollution prevention, and low maintenance costs. It is suitable for high-frequency use scenarios such as self-service restaurants, shared kitchens, and canteens, and has broad application and promotion value. Attached Figure Description

[0031] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0033] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the material hopper mechanism in the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the hopper mechanism in the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model, wherein the tableware storage hopper holds a spoon.

[0035] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the linkage component and the central mold in the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material hopper mechanism in the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0037] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Top view.

[0038] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model in its initial state, with the middle mold aligned with the upper mold and misaligned with the lower mold.

[0039] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram showing the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model in the material feeding state, with the middle mold aligned with the lower mold and misaligned with the upper mold.

[0040] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom of the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0041] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the tableware holding compartment for accommodating dinner forks in the self-service tableware dispensing device of this utility model.

[0042] Figure 11 This is a top view of the cutlery compartment in the self-service cutlery dispensing device of this utility model, which holds the cutlery knife.

[0043] In the diagram: 1. Cover; 11. Support base; 12. Anti-slip component;

[0044] 2. Material hopper mechanism; 21. Tableware receiving hopper; 211. First guide plate; 212. Second guide plate; 22. Tableware dropping hopper;

[0045] 221. Upper mold; 2211. Upper mold channel; 2212. Upper mold support platform;

[0046] 222. Middle mold; 2221. Middle mold support platform; 2222. Vertical plate; 2223. Middle mold channel; 2224. First buffer platform; 2225. Second buffer platform; 2226. Fixing rod; 2227. Return spring;

[0047] 223. Lower mold; 2231. Mold body; 2232. Lower mold support platform; 2233. Lower mold channel; 2234. Support rod; 2235. Limiting block; 2236. Fixing hole; 2237. Side plate; 2238. Positioning groove; 2239. Inclined slide;

[0048] 224. Linkage assembly; 2241. Linkage rod; 2242. First transmission component; 2243. Gear; 2244. Rack; 2245. Second transmission component; 2246. Third transmission component; 2247. Pushing component;

[0049] 225. Fixture; 226. Spring;

[0050] 23. Dust cover; 231. Dust cover body; 232. Dust cover; 233. Dishware outlet; 234. First switch hole; 235. Second switch hole; 236. First switch; 237. Second switch; 238. Positioning protrusion;

[0051] 3. Tableware; 31. Positioning groove. Detailed Implementation

[0052] 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.

[0053] This utility model provides a self-service tableware dispensing device. Through the staggered linkage structure of the multi-layer mold and the spring reset mechanism, it realizes the sequential feeding, automatic positioning, and mechanical triggering of tableware in a cyclical retrieval process.

[0054] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a self-service tableware dispensing device includes a housing 1 and three sets of material storage mechanisms 2 disposed within the housing 1. The bottom of the housing 1 is provided with a support base 11 and anti-slip components 12. The support base 11 is a two-sided protrusion extending along the side wall of the bottom of the housing 1, integrally formed. The anti-slip components 12 can be suction cup-type anti-slip pads or silicone pillars, etc., to ensure the device is stably placed on a table or work surface (e.g., ...). Figure 9 (As shown). Both the casing 1 and the hopper mechanism 2 of this utility model can be made of ABS engineering plastic or food-grade polypropylene material.

[0055] like Figure 3 As shown, the hopper mechanism 2 includes a tableware holding hopper 21, a tableware dropping hopper 22, and a dust cover 23.

[0056] Specifically, the cutlery receiving compartment 21 is a vertically extending, narrow cavity formed by a first guide plate 211 and a second guide plate 212 arranged opposite each other. The gap between the guide plates is slightly larger than the width of the cutlery, which is used to accommodate multiple stacked cutlery pieces 3 and limit their stacking state. The cutlery pieces 3 can be spoons, knives, or forks. A positioning groove 31 is provided at the handle position of the cutlery pieces 3, as shown in the figure. The inner wall of the first guide plate 211 is an arc shape that follows the shape of a spoon, such as the hopper mechanism of a knife or fork. This part will be replaced with a structure that follows the shape of the spoon. The inner wall of the second guide plate 212 is a tapered shape that follows the shape of the positioning groove 31, which can limit the vertical stacking state of the cutlery pieces 3, making them sequential and uniform.

[0057] The cutlery compartment 21 provided in this embodiment is adapted to standard-sized plastic or wooden cutlery (such as...). Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown), the mold cavity size can also be changed according to customer needs to achieve multiple specifications. In addition, the first guide plate 211 can be made of transparent material to observe the quantity of tableware 3 and replenish it when the quantity is insufficient.

[0058] The cutlery feeding bin 22 has an upper mold 221, a middle mold 222 and a lower mold 223 arranged in a vertical direction, for the cutlery 3 to slide sequentially to the pick-up position of the lower mold 223, that is, the state in which the cutlery handle extends out of the feeding bin mechanism.

[0059] The tableware receiving compartment 21 is disposed on the upper mold support platform 2212 of the upper mold 221, and its bottom is correspondingly connected to the upper mold channel 2211 to maintain communication. The upper mold channel 2211 has a certain height (e.g., Figure 5 As shown), under the influence of gravity, part of the tableware 3 has fallen into the upper mold channel 2211.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, the middle mold 222 is placed inside the bottom of the upper mold 221. The middle mold 222 is close to the thickness of the tableware, that is, its thickness is less than or equal to the thickness of the tableware 3, and it can stably accommodate a single piece of tableware 3. It includes a middle mold support platform 2221 and a vertical plate 2222 mounted on it. The middle mold support platform 2221 has a middle mold channel 2223. The vertical plate 2222 is located at the tail end of the middle mold channel 2223. On one side of the vertical plate 2222 facing the middle mold channel 2223, there is a fixing rod 2226 for installing a return spring 2227; the other side is connected to the rack 2244 of the linkage assembly 224. When the middle mold 222 is installed, the vertical plate 2222 is outside the tail side wall of the upper mold 221, and the return spring 2227 abuts against the side wall, forming a movable misalignment and reset space between the middle mold 222 and the upper mold 221.

[0061] It should be noted that the middle mold channel 2223 has a first buffer platform 2224 at its rear end and a second buffer platform 2225 at its front end. When the cutlery 3 is a spoon, the second buffer platform 2225 provides a buffer space to keep it level due to the curved structure of the spoon head. However, this second buffer platform 2225 is not necessary for cutlery such as knives and forks. The first buffer platform 2224 also serves the same purpose, cushioning the impact of cutlery impacts to keep the cutlery 3 level.

[0062] The lower mold 223 is a split structure, with two opposing mold bodies 2231 for forming a tableware sliding space. The mold body 2231 includes a lower mold support platform 2232 at the upper end, a tableware sliding conveying cavity, and an inclined slide 2239 for the tableware picking position.

[0063] Specifically, the lower mold support platform 2232 is provided with a lower mold channel 2233; the tableware sliding conveying cavity of the lower mold 223 is provided with multiple support rods 2234 arranged in a descending inclined manner (similar to a stepped shape), forming a slide for the tableware 3 to slide at an incline. The support rods 2234 are inserted and fixed in the fixing holes 2236 on the side wall of the tableware sliding conveying cavity. The tail end of the tableware sliding conveying cavity is provided with a limiting block 2235 to restrict the sliding of the tableware head and prevent excessive sliding. Before the tableware 3 is removed, its head is kept in the hopper mechanism 2 to ensure the hygiene of the tableware 3. During the removal of the tableware 3, the limiting block 2235 can move to both sides to make room for the tableware head to pass through, and automatically reset under elastic force.

[0064] Furthermore, the lower mold 223 has a space for installing the linkage component 224 at the tableware retrieval position. The linkage component 224 includes a linkage rod 2241, with a first transmission member 2242 at the upper part of the linkage rod 2241. The teeth on the first transmission member 2242 mesh with a gear 2243 on the middle mold support platform 2221, transmitting power to the rack 2244 to push the upright plate 2222 forward. The lower part of the linkage rod 2241 has a second transmission member 2245 and a third transmission member 2246 opposite to it. The second transmission member 2245 and the third transmission member 2246 have meshing teeth. A pusher 2247 is also provided at the lower part of the second transmission member 2245 and the third transmission member 2246. The pusher 2247 can be a freely rotatable columnar component to reduce the friction between the tableware 3 and it. The pusher 2247 is engaged in the two grooves at the head of the cutlery. When the cutlery head passes through, it directly pushes the pusher 2247 to make a door-opening action, that is, it drives the second transmission member 2245 and the third transmission member 2246 to rotate outward and open, forming a channel for taking out the cutlery 3.

[0065] When the tableware is not being taken for the first time, the linkage component 224 forms a linkage switch for tableware retrieval. When the previous tableware is taken out, the rack 2244 pushes the upright plate 2222 forward, so that the next tableware 3 falls into the intermediate mold 222 and gets stuck on the misaligned platform and cannot fall.

[0066] In addition, to further ensure hygiene, the lower mold 223 is equipped with a dust cover 23 at the tableware retrieval position, including a dust cover body 231, a dust cover 232, and a tableware retrieval outlet 233 below. The dust cover body 231 has a first switch hole 234 matching the first switch 236 and a second switch hole 235 matching the second switch 237. The side wall of the dust cover body 231 has a positioning protrusion 238 that engages with the positioning groove 2238 on the side plate 2237 of the lower mold 223, facilitating disassembly and maintenance. The first switch 236 is the start switch in the initial state of the device, abutting against the rack 2244. Pushing the first switch 236 will move the rack 2244 forward, thus moving the intermediate mold 222 forward. The second switch 237 is a control switch for removing the hopper mechanism 2 from the cover 1. A retainer 225 with a spring 226 is provided on the rear side of the lower mold 223 where it contacts the wall of the cover 1. When the second switch 237 is pressed, the locking mechanism between the hopper mechanism 2 and the cover 1 is unlocked. The retainer 225 is pushed out by the elastic force of the spring 226, allowing the hopper mechanism 2 to be removed from the cover 1 (e.g., ...). Figure 2 (The state shown is the extraction status).

[0067] The method of using this self-service tableware dispensing device includes the following steps:

[0068] S1, Tableware Loading Stage

[0069] The operator stacks similar tableware 3 (such as spoons, knives, or forks) in the same direction and places them into the tableware receiving compartment 21. The first guide plate 211 and the second guide plate 212 help to keep them in a vertical arrangement, and the tableware 3 slides naturally into the upper mold channel by gravity. Depending on the needs of the scenario, one or more hopper mechanisms 2 can be selected. When there are multiple hopper mechanisms 2, it can prevent similar tableware 3 or different types of tableware 3 from being separated.

[0070] S2, Initial Blocking and Temporary Storage

[0071] like Figure 6 As shown, in the initial state, the channels of the middle mold 222 are aligned with those of the upper mold 221, and misaligned with those of the lower mold 223 (e.g., Figure 7 As shown), the bottom cutlery is stuck in the middle mold 222 due to the misalignment structure. Because the channels of the upper mold 221 and the middle mold 222 overlap, while the channels of the middle mold 222 and the lower mold 223 are misaligned, the cutlery 3 gets stuck on the misalignment platform and cannot fall.

[0072] S3, Tableware Release

[0073] When the tableware is taken for the first time, the user needs to press the first switch 236, which is linked to the middle mold 222, to activate it. This drives the rack 2244 to move the upright plate 2222, pushing the middle mold 222 so that the middle mold 222 aligns with the channel of the lower mold 223 and is misaligned with the channel of the upper mold 221 (e.g., Figure 8 As shown), the cutlery 3 falls into the lower mold 223 and slides into the conveying chamber to the pick-up position. At this time, the next cutlery is stuck on the misalignment between the middle and upper molds and cannot fall. At this time, the return spring 2227 quickly rebounds, so that all molds return to their initial state. Figure 7 As shown, the tableware fell into the middle mold 222 because the upper and middle molds overlapped.

[0074] S4. Tableware in place

[0075] Guided by the support rod 2234 inside the lower mold 223, the tableware slides into the pick-up position with the limiting block 2235. Its handle extends out of the cover 1 for easy gripping, and the head of the tableware is fixed at the positioning position by the limiting block.

[0076] S5. Remove cutlery and place the next one.

[0077] When the user pulls the handle to take out the cutlery, the head of the cutlery triggers the linkage component 224. The linkage component 224 drives the middle mold 222 to move from misalignment with the lower mold 223 to alignment, so that the next cutlery will automatically fall to the pick-up position, completing one pick-up cycle.

[0078] When not using the tableware for the first time, step S3 does not require pressing the first switch 236. The user only needs to pull the handle of the already positioned tableware 3 to drive the linkage component 224 to reset and switch the misaligned structure between the molds, so that the next tableware 3 falls into the picking position, and the next tableware 3 falls into the middle mold 222, completing the sequential delivery process.

[0079] During use, the dust cover 23 remains closed, with only the handle extending outside the cover, ensuring hygiene as the user's hand does not come into contact with the head of the tableware. The entire operation is driven by a take-up trigger linkage structure, and the mold automatically resets via a spring structure, completing the tableware distribution without additional power. It has advantages such as single-piece take-up, sequential supply, pollution prevention, and low maintenance costs, making it suitable for high-frequency use scenarios such as self-service restaurants, shared kitchens, and canteens.

[0080] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A self-service utensil dispensing apparatus, characterized by, The utility model discloses a cover and at least one group of bin mechanism arranged in the cover, the bin mechanism includes: The utensil containing bin has a first guide plate and a second guide plate arranged oppositely, and is used for containing a plurality of stacked utensils and defining the stacked state of the utensils. The utensil falling bin has an upper mold, a middle mold and a lower mold arranged in sequence in the vertical direction, and is used for sequentially sliding the utensils to the taking position of the lower mold. The upper mold, the middle mold and the lower mold are all provided with a channel for the utensils to pass through, and in the initial state, the channel of the middle mold is aligned with the channel of the upper mold and is dislocated with the channel of the lower mold.

2. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The user pushes the first switch connected with the middle mold to drive the middle mold to be aligned with the channel of the lower mold and dislocated with the channel of the upper mold, so that the first utensil falls into the taking position.

3. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 2, wherein, The utensil containing bin is arranged on the upper mold bearing table of the upper mold, and the containing space in the guide plate is shaped with the upper mold channel.

4. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus according to claim 3, wherein The middle mold is arranged in the bottom of the upper mold and includes a middle mold bearing table and a vertical plate arranged on the middle mold bearing table.

5. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 4, wherein, The thickness of the middle mold is less than or equal to the thickness of the utensil.

6. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 5, wherein, The lower mold is a split structure and has two mold bodies arranged oppositely and used for forming a utensil sliding space.

7. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 6, wherein, The lower mold has a plurality of support rods arranged in sequence and inclined downward in the utensil sliding and conveying cavity, and forms a sliding way for the utensils to slide.

8. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 7, wherein, The utensil taking position of the lower mold is provided with a space for installing the linkage assembly. The linkage assembly includes a linkage rod, and the upper part of the linkage rod is provided with a first transmission part. The second transmission part and the third transmission part are provided with meshing tooth patterns. The lower part of the second transmission part and the third transmission part is respectively provided with a pusher. The pusher is a columnar part that can rotate freely and is clamped in the recess of the head of the utensil to reduce the friction between the utensil and the pusher.

9. The self-service utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The utensil taking position of the lower mold is also provided with a dust cover, which comprises a dust cover main body, a dust cover cover and a utensil taking outlet below the dust cover main body.

10. The buffet utensil dispensing apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The bottom of the cover is provided with a supporting base and an anti-skid piece.

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