Goods taking box for vending machine
By introducing a sliding drawer and anti-theft panel into the vending machine's dispensing box, the problems of inconvenient operation and large space occupation of anti-theft structures are solved, achieving convenient dispensing and effective theft prevention.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TIANJIN SENMAO SCI & TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
AI Technical Summary
Existing vending machine dispensing boxes are inconvenient to operate, and their anti-theft structures take up a lot of space, making them prone to jamming and theft.
A pickup box was designed that includes a sliding pickup drawer and a sliding anti-theft panel. The pickup drawer can be operated with one hand, and the anti-theft panel is opened and closed by a guide rod, which reduces space occupation and prevents jamming and theft.
It improves the convenience of product retrieval, reduces the probability of jamming, and achieves a good anti-theft effect.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of vending machines, and in particular relates to a vending machine dispensing box. Background Technology
[0002] A vending machine, also known as an automatic vending machine, is a machine that automatically dispenses goods based on the amount of money inserted. Because vending machines are not limited by time or location, and save manpower and facilitate transactions, they are widely used.
[0003] Most vending machines include a dispensing bin. After a customer selects an item and completes payment, the item falls into the bin for easy access. However, existing dispensing bins generally use a flip-up door structure, requiring both hands to open and retrieve the item, making them inconvenient to use. Furthermore, to prevent thieves from stealing items from the vending machine, traditional dispensing bins typically include an anti-theft mechanism driven by a linkage. However, this linkage mechanism takes up considerable space, making it prone to jamming when the vending machine sells large items or when customers purchase multiple items simultaneously, thus hindering the customer's ability to retrieve the items. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a vending machine dispensing box to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:
[0006] A vending machine dispensing box includes: a box body and a dispensing drawer. The box body has a storage cavity inside, an inlet on the top surface of the box body, and an outlet and a drawer receiving slot on the front side wall of the box body. The inlet and outlet are both connected to the storage cavity. The drawer receiving slot is located below the outlet, and one end of the dispensing drawer is slidably disposed inside the drawer receiving slot. Assembly cutouts connected to the storage cavity are provided on both the left and right side walls of the box body. These assembly cutouts are located between the inlet and outlet, and a receiving cutout connected to the drawer receiving slot is provided on the bottom surface of each assembly cutout. A slidable anti-theft plate is provided inside each assembly cutout. The first end of the anti-theft plate is inserted into the storage cavity, and the second end is placed outside the box body. The sliding direction of the anti-theft plate is perpendicular to the sliding direction of the dispensing drawer. The system includes a guide groove comprising a first locking section, an arc-shaped connecting section, and a second locking section. The first locking section is located on the side of the second locking section away from the delivery opening. The second locking section is connected to the first locking section via the arc-shaped connecting section, with the center of the arc facing the second end of the anti-theft panel. Two guide rods are also provided on the top surface of the retrieval drawer, with the tips of the two guide rods inserted into the guide grooves of the two anti-theft panels along the receiving cuts. When the retrieval drawer slides into the drawer receiving groove to its limit position, the guide rods enter the first locking section, and the first ends of the two anti-theft panels abut against each other. When the retrieval drawer slides out of the drawer receiving groove, the guide rods slide along the arc-shaped connecting section towards the second locking section, forming an unloading channel between the first ends of the two anti-theft panels. After the guide rods enter the second locking section, the first ends of the two anti-theft panels abut against each other again.
[0007] Furthermore, the distance from the first locking section to the first end of the anti-theft plate is equal to half the distance between the two guide rods, and the distance from the second locking section to the first end of the anti-theft plate is equal to half the distance between the two guide rods.
[0008] Furthermore, the guide groove also includes an extension section, one end of which is connected to the second locking section, and the length direction of the extension section is parallel to the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer.
[0009] Furthermore, a rotatable guide wheel is fitted onto the guide rod, and a ball bearing is also provided at the top of the guide rod.
[0010] Furthermore, the anti-theft plate has a guide strip on its side wall and a guide groove for accommodating the guide strip on the inner side wall of the assembly cut.
[0011] Furthermore, a buffer pad is provided on the top surface of the anti-theft plate, and the buffer pad is made of silicone or rubber material.
[0012] Furthermore, the inner walls of the left and right sides of the box are provided with detachable push strips, which are located above the assembly cut and have guide slopes at the top.
[0013] Furthermore, the top of the box is provided with a collection funnel, and the bottom end of the collection funnel is connected to the inlet.
[0014] Furthermore, the outlet is provided with an outlet ramp.
[0015] Furthermore, the end of the retrieval drawer away from the drawer receiving slot is provided with a pull-out handle.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the vending machine dispensing box of this utility model has the following advantages:
[0017] This utility model discloses a vending machine dispensing box with a sliding dispensing drawer. When retrieving goods, the dispensing drawer remains outside the box after being pulled out, allowing customers to retrieve goods with one hand, thus improving the convenience of product retrieval from the vending machine. Furthermore, the device includes two sliding anti-theft plates, which open and close as the dispensing drawer slides. When the dispensing drawer slides to its limit in the drawer's receiving slot, the goods fall into the box through the inlet. The two anti-theft plates, which abut against each other, catch the goods, preventing damage from falling. When a customer needs to retrieve goods, they can pull the dispensing drawer out of the receiving slot, creating an unloading channel between the two anti-theft plates, facilitating the goods' entry into the dispensing drawer through the outlet and preventing jamming. When the guide rod slides out of the drawer and into the second locking section, the two anti-theft plates will again engage in a mutually restraining state, thus sealing the inside of the vending machine and preventing criminals from stealing the goods stored inside. Attached Figure Description
[0018] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this utility model, are used to provide a further understanding of the utility model. The illustrative embodiments of the utility model and their descriptions are used to explain the utility model and do not constitute an undue limitation of the utility model. In the drawings:
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vending machine dispensing box according to an embodiment of the present utility model (the dispensing drawer slides into the drawer receiving slot to its limit position);
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vending machine dispensing box according to an embodiment of the present utility model (the dispensing drawer slides outward from the drawer receiving slot to form an unloading channel between the two anti-theft plates);
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vending machine dispensing box according to an embodiment of the present invention (the dispensing drawer slides to its limit position outside the drawer receiving slot);
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the box described in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0023] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the box body described in this embodiment of the utility model (along the sliding direction of the anti-theft plate);
[0024] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the box body described in this embodiment of the utility model (along the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer);
[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the retrieval drawer described in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the top surface structure of the anti-theft plate described in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the anti-theft plate described in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0028] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the push bar structure described in an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0030] 1-Box body; 11-Discharge port; 111-Discharge ramp; 12-Drawer receiving slot; 13-Assembly notch; 131-Guide groove; 14-Receiving notch; 15-Collection funnel; 2-Retrieving drawer; 21-Guide rod; 22-Guide wheel; 23-Rolling ball; 24-Pull-out handle; 3-Anti-theft plate; 31-Guide strip; 32-Buffer pad; 41-First locking section; 42-Arc-shaped connecting section; 43-Second locking section; 44-Extension section; 5-Push bar; 51-Guide ramp. Detailed Implementation
[0031] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0034] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0035] A vending machine dispensing box includes a box body 1 and a dispensing drawer 2. For example... Figures 1-10 As shown, in this embodiment, the cabinet 1 has a storage cavity inside, an inlet on the top surface of the cabinet 1, and an outlet 11 and a drawer receiving slot 12 on the front side wall of the cabinet 1. Both the inlet and outlet 11 are connected to the storage cavity. The drawer receiving slot 12 is located below the outlet 11, and one end of the retrieval drawer 2 is slidably disposed inside the drawer receiving slot 12. In use, the operator can install the cabinet 1 inside the vending machine, aligning the inlet with the drop position of the goods, so that the goods can enter the storage cavity through the inlet and finally enter the retrieval drawer 2 through the outlet 11. When a customer needs to retrieve a product, the retrieval drawer 2 can be pulled out of the drawer receiving slot 12 and positioned outside the cabinet 1, facilitating one-handed operation and improving the convenience of retrieving the goods. After taking the goods, the customer should slide the take-up drawer 2 into the drawer receiving slot 12 to its limit position so that the customer can use the vending machine to purchase goods later.
[0036] Optionally, to improve the smoothness of goods entering and exiting the box 1, the top of the box 1 may be provided with a collection funnel 15 whose bottom end is connected to the inlet, so that the goods can fall into the inlet. Correspondingly, an outlet ramp 111 may be provided inside the outlet 11, so that the goods can enter the retrieval drawer 2 along the outlet 11.
[0037] In addition, to facilitate the sliding of the retrieval drawer 2 by customers, a pull handle 24 can be provided at the end of the retrieval drawer 2 away from the drawer receiving slot 12, so that customers can apply force to the retrieval drawer 2 by grasping the pull handle 24, thereby pulling out or pushing the retrieval drawer 2.
[0038] In existing technology, vending machine dispensers typically have an anti-theft structure driven by a linkage mechanism inside the dispenser compartment. However, the linkage mechanism occupies a large amount of space, which can easily cause the vending machine to jam, thus affecting customers' ability to retrieve goods. To solve this problem, this embodiment has two sliding anti-theft plates 3 inside the compartment 1. The two anti-theft plates 3 can be opened and closed by sliding the dispenser drawer 2, thereby simplifying the space occupied by the anti-theft structure and reducing the probability of jamming.
[0039] Specifically, in this embodiment, assembly cutouts 13 communicating with the storage cavity are provided on both the left and right side walls of the box body 1. The assembly cutouts 13 should be located between the inlet and outlet 11, and a receiving cutout 14 communicating with the drawer receiving groove 12 is provided on the bottom surface of each assembly cutout 13. A sliding anti-theft plate 3 is provided inside each assembly cutout 13. After assembly is completed, the first end of the anti-theft plate 3 will be inserted into the storage cavity, and the second end will be placed outside the box body 1. The sliding direction of the anti-theft plate 3 is perpendicular to the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer 2.
[0040] Accordingly, to drive the anti-theft panel 3 to slide along with the retrieval drawer 2, a guide groove is provided on the bottom surface of the anti-theft panel 3, and two guide rods 21 are provided on the top surface of the retrieval drawer 2. After assembly, the top ends of the two guide rods 21 are respectively inserted into the guide grooves of the two anti-theft panels 3 along the receiving cut 14. When the customer drives the retrieval drawer 2 to slide, the guide rods 21 will slide along the guide grooves, thereby driving the anti-theft panel 3 to move along with the retrieval drawer 2.
[0041] like Figure 9 As shown, the guide groove in this embodiment includes: a first locking section 41, an arc-shaped connecting section 42, and a second locking section 43. The first locking section 41 is located on the side of the second locking section 43 furthest from the delivery port 11. The second locking section 43 is connected to the first locking section 41 via the arc-shaped connecting section 42, and the center of the arc of the arc-shaped connecting section 42 faces the second end of the anti-theft plate 3. When the retrieval drawer 2 slides into the drawer receiving groove 12 to its limit position (i.e....), Figure 1In the indicated state, the guide rod 21 will enter the first locking section 41. At this time, the first ends of the two anti-theft plates 3 will abut against each other, thereby sealing the storage cavity. In this state, goods entering the device along the inlet will be supported by the anti-theft plates 3, thereby preventing the goods from falling and being damaged. When the customer drives the retrieval drawer 2 to slide outwards from the drawer receiving slot 12, the guide rod 21 will slide along the arc-shaped connecting section 42 towards the second locking section 43 (i.e., Figure 2 (As shown in the diagram), at this time, the two anti-theft plates 3 will move away from each other, so that a unloading channel is formed between the first ends of the two anti-theft plates 3. Compared with the traditional operation method, since the second end of the anti-theft plate 3 of this device can move outward of the box 1, a larger space can be formed inside the unloading channel, thereby reducing the probability of goods getting stuck, and making it easier for the received goods to fall down along the unloading channel, and then enter the receiving drawer 2 through the outlet 11. When the customer continues to push the receiving drawer 2 outward of the drawer receiving slot 12, the guide rod 21 will enter the second locking section 43 (i.e., Figure 3 (As shown in the state), at this time, the first ends of the two anti-theft plates 3 will abut against each other again, thereby sealing the storage cavity and preventing criminals from stealing the goods stored inside the vending machine, thus producing a good anti-theft effect.
[0042] As an optional implementation of this embodiment, in order to ensure that the anti-theft plate 3 produces a good sealing effect for the storage cavity, the distance from the first locking section 41 to the first end of the anti-theft plate 3 should be equal to half the distance between the two guide rods 21, and the distance from the second locking section 43 to the first end of the anti-theft plate 3 should also be equal to half the distance between the two guide rods 21, so that the first ends of the two anti-theft plates 3 can accurately enter the mutually abutting state when the guide rods 21 are inside the first locking section 41 and the second locking section 43.
[0043] Furthermore, the guide groove in this embodiment may also include an extension section 44. One end of the extension section 44 is connected to the second locking section 43, and the length direction of the extension section 44 should be parallel to the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer 2. When the guide rod 21 enters the extension section 44, the retrieval drawer 2 can continue to slide outwards from the drawer receiving groove 12, and the two anti-theft plates 3 can maintain a mutually abutting posture, thereby extending the length of the retrieval drawer 2 protruding from the outside of the box body 1 and improving the convenience of customers in retrieving goods.
[0044] like Figure 7As shown, to reduce the frictional resistance between the guide rod 21 and the guide groove, a rotatable guide wheel 22 is fitted onto the guide rod 21, and a ball bearing 23 is provided at the top of the guide rod 21. When the guide rod 21 slides along the guide groove due to the sliding of the retrieval drawer 2, the rotation of the guide wheel 22 reduces the resistance between the side wall of the guide rod 21 and the inner side wall of the guide groove, while the rolling of the ball bearing 23 reduces the resistance between the top of the guide rod 21 and the top inner wall of the guide groove, so that the guide rod 21 can slide smoothly along the guide groove.
[0045] In addition, in this embodiment, a guide strip 31 may be provided on the side wall of the anti-theft plate 3, and a guide groove 131 for accommodating the guide strip 31 may be provided on the inner side wall of the assembly cutout 13, so as to guide and limit the movement of the anti-theft plate 3 by means of the cooperation between the guide strip 31 and the guide groove 131.
[0046] In actual use, since the anti-theft plate 3 has the function of supporting the goods, in order to improve the supporting effect of the goods, a buffer pad 32 made of silicone or rubber material can be provided on the top surface of the anti-theft plate 3. The buffer pad 32 reduces the impact of the goods falling onto the anti-theft plate 3, and further reduces the probability of damage to the goods.
[0047] Furthermore, to facilitate the movement of goods into the unloading channel after it is formed between the two anti-theft panels 3, detachable pusher strips 5 are provided on the inner walls of both sides of the box body 1, and guide ramps 51 are provided on the top of the pusher strips 5. When assembling the pusher strips 5, the workers can install the pusher strips 5 above the assembly cutout 13 with bolts, and should ensure that there is a reserved gap between the bottom surface of the pusher strips 5 and the top surface of the anti-theft panel 3, so as to avoid the presence of the pusher strips 5 from unduly affecting the movement of the anti-theft panel 3.
[0048] The effects of the above solution are explained below:
[0049] This embodiment provides a vending machine refill box that allows the refill drawer to remain outside the box when a customer retrieves goods, enabling the customer to retrieve goods with one hand and improving convenience. Furthermore, the device uses the sliding motion of the refill drawer to open and close two anti-theft panels, effectively protecting the goods, reducing the probability of jamming, and providing a good anti-theft effect.
[0050] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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 dispensing box for an automatic vending machine, characterized in that, include: The box (1) and the retrieval drawer (2) are provided. The box (1) has a storage cavity inside. The top surface of the box (1) has an inlet. The front side wall of the box (1) has an outlet (11) and a drawer receiving slot (12). The inlet and outlet (11) are connected to the storage cavity. The drawer receiving slot (12) is located below the outlet (11), and one end of the retrieval drawer (2) is slidably disposed inside the drawer receiving slot (12). The left and right side walls of the box (1) are provided with assembly cutouts (13) that are connected to the storage cavity. The assembly cutouts (13) are located between the inlet and outlet (11), and the bottom surface of each assembly cutout (13) has a receiving cutout (14) that is connected to the drawer receiving slot (12). Each assembly cutout (13) has a sliding anti-theft plate (3) inside. The first end of the anti-theft plate (3) is inserted into the storage cavity, and the second end is placed outside the box (1). The sliding direction of the anti-theft plate (3) is perpendicular to the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer (2). A guide groove is provided on the bottom surface of the anti-theft plate (3). The guide groove includes a first locking section (41), an arc-shaped connecting section (42), and a second locking section (43). The first locking section (41) is located on the side of the second locking section (43) away from the outlet (11). The second locking section (43) is connected to the first locking section (41) through the arc-shaped connecting section (42), and the arc center of the arc-shaped connecting section (42) faces the second end of the anti-theft plate (3). Two guide rods (21) are also provided on the top surface of the retrieval drawer (2). The top ends of the two guide rods (21) are respectively inserted into the guide grooves of the two anti-theft plates (3) along the receiving cut (14).
2. The vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The distance from the first locking section (41) to the first end of the anti-theft plate (3) is equal to half the distance between the two guide rods (21), and the distance from the second locking section (43) to the first end of the anti-theft plate (3) is equal to half the distance between the two guide rods (21).
3. The vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide groove also includes an extension section (44), one end of which is connected to the second locking section (43), and the length direction of the extension section (44) is parallel to the sliding direction of the retrieval drawer (2).
4. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide rod (21) is fitted with a rotatable guide wheel (22), and a ball bearing (23) is also provided at the top of the guide rod (21).
5. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-theft plate (3) has a guide strip (31) on its side wall and a guide groove (131) for accommodating the guide strip (31) on the inner side wall of the assembly cut (13).
6. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top surface of the anti-theft plate (3) is provided with a buffer pad (32), which is made of silicone or rubber material.
7. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The left and right inner walls of the box (1) are provided with detachable push strips (5), which are located above the assembly cut (13) and have a guide slope (51) at the top.
8. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the box (1) is provided with a collection funnel (15), and the bottom end of the collection funnel (15) is connected to the inlet.
9. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outlet (11) is provided with an outlet ramp (111).
10. A vending machine dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The retrieval drawer (2) is provided with a pull handle (24) at the end away from the drawer receiving slot (12).