Inventory device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a storage device, install in the control cabinet of automatic vending machine, input end faces the delivery device, include: lifting mechanism and temporary storage mechanism, the lifting mechanism install in control cabinet, temporary storage mechanism installs in the output of lifting mechanism, the output of temporary storage mechanism faces the rear end of delivery device, temporary storage mechanism is equipped with the storage space for accommodating goods, when delivery device reverse drive goods move backward, temporary storage mechanism receives goods and places the storage in storage. Through temporary storage mechanism and delivery device cooperate with and move the goods located in the rear end of delivery device to the storage space of temporary storage mechanism and store, through lifting mechanism drive temporary storage mechanism and lift, will make temporary storage mechanism can accommodate more goods, simple structure, the cost is lower, has reduced the production cost of vending machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, and more particularly to a storage device. 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 automatic pizza machines (selling items like pizza), automatic lunchbox machines (selling items like boxed meals), automatic fresh produce machines (selling items like fresh produce), and automatic pre-cooked vegetable machines, among others.

[0003] Existing vending machines often require customers to purchase multiple items or multiple people to purchase items simultaneously. For example, when buying pizza from an automatic pizza machine, the pizza needs time to bake, requiring customers to wait, resulting in long queues.

[0004] Some vending machines also use storage devices to store goods that need to be temporarily stored. This involves a robotic arm picking up the goods and placing them on a storage rack. While this method effectively manages the goods, the robotic arm and storage rack are more expensive, increasing the vending machine's production cost.

[0005] In view of this, a new technical solution is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a storage device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a storage device installed in the control cabinet of an automatic vending machine, with the input end facing the dispensing device. The device includes a lifting mechanism and a temporary storage mechanism. The lifting mechanism is installed in the control cabinet, and the temporary storage mechanism is installed at the output end of the lifting mechanism, with the output end of the temporary storage mechanism facing the rear end of the dispensing device. The temporary storage mechanism has a storage space for accommodating goods. When the dispensing device reverses and moves the goods backward, the temporary storage mechanism receives the goods and places them in the storage space for storage.

[0008] In a further technical solution, the lifting mechanism includes a mounting frame and a lifting assembly. The mounting frame is installed on the side wall of the control cabinet, and the lifting assembly is installed on the mounting frame. The output end of the lifting assembly is connected to the temporary storage mechanism, which is used to drive the temporary storage mechanism to move up and down along the mounting frame.

[0009] In a further technical solution, the lifting mechanism further includes a guide assembly, which includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is mounted on the mounting frame, one side of the slider is slidably mounted on the guide rail, and the other side of the slider is mounted on the temporary storage mechanism.

[0010] In a further technical solution, the lifting assembly includes a first transmission wheel, a second transmission wheel, a transmission belt, and a lifting motor. The lifting motor is mounted on the mounting frame. The first transmission wheel is rotatably mounted on the lower end of the mounting frame, and the second transmission wheel is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the mounting frame. The transmission belt is sleeved on the first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel. The output end of the lifting motor is connected to the first transmission wheel, and the temporary storage mechanism is connected to the transmission belt.

[0011] In a further technical solution, the temporary storage mechanism includes a fixed plate and at least two mounting seats. One side of the fixed plate is installed at the output end of the lifting mechanism, and the at least two mounting seats are respectively installed on the other side of the fixed plate.

[0012] In a further technical solution, the mounting base is provided with a drive component and a transmission component. The drive component and the transmission component are respectively mounted on the mounting base. The output end of the drive component is connected to the transmission component to drive the transmission component to receive goods located at the rear end of the shipping device.

[0013] In a further technical solution, the drive assembly includes a drive motor, a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting base, the first synchronous pulley is mounted on the output end of the drive motor, the second synchronous pulley is rotatably mounted on the input end of the transmission assembly, and the synchronous belt is sleeved on the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley.

[0014] In a further technical solution, the transmission assembly includes a drive roller, a driven roller, and a conveyor belt. The drive roller and the driven roller are rotatably mounted on the mounting base, and the conveyor belt is sleeved on the drive roller and the driven roller. The drive roller is connected to the output end of the drive assembly.

[0015] In a further technical solution, the mounting base includes two side plates and a support plate. The first end of the support plate is connected to one of the side plates, the second end of the support plate is connected to the other side plate, and the conveyor belt wraps around the support plate.

[0016] In a further technical solution, each of the two support plates has an adjustment groove, and each of the two support plates is equipped with an adjustment block. The two ends of the driven roller pass through an adjustment groove and are connected to an adjustment block. The adjustment block has multiple oblong holes, and the adjustment block is installed on the support plate through the oblong holes.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, this utility model brings the following technical effects:

[0018] The storage device of this utility model, through the cooperation of a temporary storage mechanism and a dispensing device, moves the goods located at the rear of the dispensing device to the storage space of the temporary storage mechanism for storage. The temporary storage mechanism is driven to rise and fall by a lifting mechanism, which enables the temporary storage mechanism to accommodate more goods. The structure is simple, the cost is low, and the production cost of vending machines is reduced. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the control cabinet, the shipping device, and the storage device.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage device.

[0022] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A breakdown diagram is shown in the image.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the temporary storage mechanism.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a breakdown diagram of the temporary storage mechanism.

[0025] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0026] 1. Control cabinet; 11. Shipping port;

[0027] 2. Shipping device;

[0028] 3. Lifting mechanism; 31. Mounting bracket; 32. Lifting assembly; 321. First transmission wheel; 322. Second transmission wheel; 323. Transmission belt; 324. Lifting motor; 33. Guide assembly; 331. Guide rail; 332. Slider;

[0029] 4. Temporary storage mechanism; 41. Storage space; 42. Fixing plate; 43. Mounting base; 431. Side plate; 4311. Adjustment groove; 4312. Adjustment block; 4313. Oblong hole; 432. Support plate; 44. Drive assembly; 441. Drive motor; 442. First synchronous pulley; 443. Second synchronous pulley; 444. Synchronous belt; 45. Transmission assembly; 451. Driven roller; 452. Driven roller; 453. Conveyor belt;

[0030] 5. Goods. Detailed Implementation

[0031] 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.

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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.

[0036] Example

[0037] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a storage device is installed in the control cabinet of an automatic vending machine, with its input end facing the dispensing device. It includes a lifting mechanism and a temporary storage mechanism. The lifting mechanism is installed in the control cabinet, and the temporary storage mechanism is installed at the output end of the lifting mechanism, with its output end facing the rear end of the dispensing device. The temporary storage mechanism has a storage space for accommodating goods. When the dispensing device reverses and moves the goods backward, the temporary storage mechanism receives the goods and places them in the storage space for storage.

[0038] By cooperating with the dispensing device, the goods located at the rear of the dispensing device are moved to the storage space of the temporary storage device for storage. The temporary storage device is raised and lowered by the lifting mechanism, which allows it to hold more goods. The structure is simple and the cost is low, which reduces the production cost of the vending machine.

[0039] It should be noted that the number of storage spaces in this embodiment is multiple, that is, one mounting base corresponds to one storage space. In a preferred embodiment, the number of mounting bases in this embodiment is three. Therefore, after one storage space contains goods, the lifting mechanism drives the temporary storage mechanism to rise or fall to switch to another mounting base that does not contain goods to wait for temporary storage of goods. Similarly, when it is necessary to send goods from the storage space to the dispensing port of the vending machine, the lifting mechanism drives the temporary storage mechanism to rise or fall, moving the mounting base containing the goods to be level with the dispensing device and sending the goods to the dispensing device, which then sends the goods to the dispensing port.

[0040] In a further specific embodiment, the lifting mechanism includes a mounting frame and a lifting assembly. The mounting frame is mounted on the side wall of the control cabinet, and the lifting assembly is mounted on the mounting frame. The output end of the lifting assembly is connected to the temporary storage mechanism, which drives the temporary storage mechanism to move up and down along the mounting frame. The lifting mechanism also includes a guide assembly, which includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is mounted on the mounting frame, one side of the slider is slidably mounted on the guide rail, and the other side of the slider is mounted on the temporary storage mechanism.

[0041] By setting up the guide component, the movement direction of the temporary storage mechanism can be limited, and the force required for the motor to drive the temporary storage mechanism to lift and lower can be reduced, thus ensuring the accuracy and stability of the movement.

[0042] In a further specific embodiment, the lifting assembly includes a first transmission wheel, a second transmission wheel, a transmission belt, and a lifting motor. The lifting motor is mounted on the mounting frame. The first transmission wheel is rotatably mounted on the lower end of the mounting frame, and the second transmission wheel is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the mounting frame. The transmission belt is sleeved on the first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel. The output end of the lifting motor is connected to the first transmission wheel, and the temporary storage mechanism is connected to the transmission belt.

[0043] The lifting motor converts electrical energy into rotational mechanical energy to drive the first transmission wheel to rotate. The first transmission wheel drives the second transmission wheel to rotate via a transmission belt. Through the cooperation of the first transmission wheel, the second transmission wheel and the transmission belt, the temporary storage mechanism is lifted and lowered, thereby enabling multiple mounting seats to store goods separately.

[0044] In a further specific embodiment, the temporary storage mechanism includes a fixed plate and at least two mounting seats. One side of the fixed plate is mounted on the output end of the lifting mechanism, and the at least two mounting seats are respectively mounted on the other side of the fixed plate.

[0045] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, one side of the fixed plate is connected to the slider and the transmission belt. The lifting motor drives the mounting base to lift and lower through the fixed plate. The structure is simple and has strong stability.

[0046] In a further technical solution, the mounting base is provided with a drive component and a transmission component. The drive component and the transmission component are respectively mounted on the mounting base. The output end of the drive component is connected to the transmission component to drive the transmission component to receive goods located at the rear end of the shipping device.

[0047] The drive assembly moves the goods on the transmission assembly via the transmission assembly. When receiving goods, the drive assembly rotates forward, and the goods enter the transmission assembly from the connection between the shipping device and the storage device. When it is necessary to send the goods to the shipping device, the drive assembly rotates backward, and the goods gradually move from the transmission assembly to the shipping device until they are moved to the shipping device, thus completing the transfer of the goods.

[0048] In a further technical solution, the drive assembly includes a drive motor, a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting base, the first synchronous pulley is mounted on the output end of the drive motor, the second synchronous pulley is rotatably mounted on the input end of the transmission assembly, and the synchronous belt is sleeved on the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley.

[0049] The drive motor drives the synchronous belt to rotate via the first synchronous pulley, and the synchronous belt drives the transmission assembly to rotate via the second synchronous pulley, thereby completing the rotation of the conveyor belt and realizing the movement of goods on the conveyor belt.

[0050] In a further technical solution, the transmission assembly includes a drive roller, a driven roller, and a conveyor belt. The drive roller and the driven roller are rotatably mounted on the mounting base, and the conveyor belt is sleeved on the drive roller and the driven roller. The drive roller is connected to the output end of the drive assembly.

[0051] The goods are moved on the conveyor belt by the cooperation of the drive roller, the driven roller, and the conveyor belt. It should be noted that the drive roller is rubber-coated, which increases the friction between it and the conveyor belt, so that the goods can be moved by the conveyor belt.

[0052] In a further technical solution, the mounting base includes two side plates and a support plate. A first end of the support plate is connected to one of the side plates, and a second end of the support plate is connected to the other side plate. The conveyor belt wraps around the support plate. The support plate provides support for the goods and the conveyor belt, preventing the goods from being suspended in mid-air and difficult to move.

[0053] In a further technical solution, each of the two support plates has an adjustment groove, and each of the two support plates is equipped with an adjustment block. The two ends of the driven roller pass through one of the adjustment grooves and are connected to one of the adjustment blocks. The adjustment block has multiple oblong holes, and the adjustment block is installed on the support plate through these oblong holes. This arrangement allows for adjustment of the tension of the conveyor belt. It should be noted that the length direction of the oblong holes is parallel to the length direction of the adjustment groove. The structure is simple and adjustment is convenient.

[0054] It should be emphasized that the lifting mechanism is controlled by the vending machine's control device. When the vending machine needs to temporarily store goods, the control device will control the lifting mechanism to move up and down.

[0055] 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.

[0056] 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 storage device, installed in the control cabinet of an automatic vending machine, with its input end facing the dispensing device, characterized in that: include: The lifting mechanism and the temporary storage mechanism are provided. The lifting mechanism is installed in the control cabinet, and the temporary storage mechanism is installed at the output end of the lifting mechanism. The output end of the temporary storage mechanism faces the rear end of the shipping device. The temporary storage mechanism is provided with a storage space for accommodating goods. When the shipping device reverses and moves the goods backward, the temporary storage mechanism receives the goods and places them in the storage space for storage.

2. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting mechanism includes a mounting frame and a lifting assembly. The mounting frame is installed on the side wall of the control cabinet, and the lifting assembly is installed on the mounting frame. The output end of the lifting assembly is connected to the temporary storage mechanism, which drives the temporary storage mechanism to move up and down along the mounting frame.

3. The storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lifting mechanism further includes a guide assembly, which includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is mounted on the mounting frame, one side of the slider is slidably mounted on the guide rail, and the other side of the slider is mounted on the temporary storage mechanism.

4. The storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lifting assembly includes a first drive wheel, a second drive wheel, a drive belt, and a lifting motor. The lifting motor is mounted on the mounting frame. The first drive wheel is rotatably mounted on the lower end of the mounting frame, and the second drive wheel is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the mounting frame. The drive belt is sleeved on the first drive wheel and the second drive wheel. The output end of the lifting motor is connected to the first drive wheel, and the temporary storage mechanism is connected to the drive belt.

5. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The temporary storage mechanism includes a fixed plate and at least two mounting seats. One side of the fixed plate is mounted on the output end of the lifting mechanism, and the at least two mounting seats are respectively mounted on the other side of the fixed plate.

6. The inventory device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The mounting base is provided with a drive component and a transmission component. The drive component and the transmission component are respectively mounted on the mounting base. The output end of the drive component is connected to the transmission component and is used to drive the transmission component to receive goods located at the rear end of the shipping device.

7. The inventory device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes a drive motor, a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting base, the first synchronous pulley is mounted on the output end of the drive motor, the second synchronous pulley is rotatably mounted on the input end of the transmission assembly, and the synchronous belt is fitted over the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley.

8. The inventory device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The transmission assembly includes a drive roller, a driven roller, and a conveyor belt. The drive roller and the driven roller are rotatably mounted on the mounting base, and the conveyor belt is fitted around the drive roller and the driven roller. The drive roller is connected to the output end of the drive assembly.

9. The inventory device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The mounting base includes two side plates and a support plate. The first end of the support plate is connected to one of the side plates, and the second end of the support plate is connected to the other side plate. The conveyor belt wraps around the support plate.

10. The inventory device according to claim 9, characterized in that: Each of the two support plates has an adjustment groove, and each of the two support plates is equipped with an adjustment block. The two ends of the driven roller pass through an adjustment groove and are connected to an adjustment block. The adjustment block has multiple oblong holes and is installed on the support plate through the oblong holes.

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