Rotating book locker service terminal for self-service book borrowing

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of rotating book warehouse service terminal for self-service book borrowing, including by rotating book warehouse component constitutes terminal main body, rotating book warehouse component includes book warehouse main body, and top cover and base are set to the upper and lower ends of book warehouse main body, book warehouse main body is constituted by rotatable book warehouse frame, book warehouse frame includes each baffle, and horizontal load plate, the outside of baffle and horizontal load plate is equipped with longitudinal outer frame, the bottom of book warehouse frame is equipped with carousel, the outside two pairs of sides of book warehouse main body are equipped with transparent cover, and another two pairs of sides are clamped through external frame component in the outside of book warehouse main body, external frame component includes first warehouse door, and second warehouse door, first warehouse door inside is equipped with electric control device, and the outside of first warehouse door is equipped with movable plate that is opened and closed automatically by electric control device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of self-service terminal equipment, and in particular to a rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing. Background Technology

[0002] To meet the convenient borrowing needs of many readers, various self-service book borrowing terminals have emerged on the market. Compared with the traditional method of reading and borrowing books at the library, these self-service terminals are easy to set up and do not require manual recording. Borrowing books is as convenient as buying a drink from a self-service beverage machine on the street.

[0003] Existing self-service borrowing terminals are typically rectangular cabinets with books stacked inside. They record borrowing and returning data via a control panel, and some also have functions such as book category display.

[0004] However, these borrowing terminals, being traditional cabinet-style structures, can only hold a limited number of books and cannot clearly display the availability, condition, or other information about the books. Furthermore, the book category zoning is incomplete; users typically need to open the entire cabinet door to retrieve and place books before closing it, similar to a vending machine, which also reflects their lower security level.

[0005] In view of this, this technical solution proposes a rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing. It adopts a "rotary cylinder" structure, which can hold more books compared with traditional cabinets of the same size. It also features intuitive and multi-faceted display of various books, so that multiple borrowers do not have to "crowd" in a specific area to view them. It also features convenient storage and retrieval, high security, and easy maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0006] The present invention aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in related technologies. Therefore, the main objective of this invention is to provide a rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing, addressing the issues of existing self-service borrowing devices lacking multi-faceted display, having low security for storage and retrieval, and accommodating a limited number of books.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing, comprising a terminal body composed of rotating book storage components.

[0008] The rotating bookcase assembly includes a cylindrical bookcase body, and a top cover and a base respectively disposed at the upper and lower ends of the bookcase body. The bookcase body is composed of a rotatable bookcase frame. The bookcase frame includes spaced partitions arranged around the axis of the cylindrical structure, and a transverse support plate for dividing the upper and lower partitions and supporting books. The outer sides of the partitions and the transverse support plate are provided with a longitudinal outer frame for framing and stabilizing the books. The bottom of the bookcase frame is provided with a turntable driven by a motor.

[0009] The main body of the book container has transparent covers on two opposite sides for direct viewing of the books inside. The other two opposite sides of the main body are clamped together by an external frame assembly, which has a gantry frame structure.

[0010] The external frame assembly includes a first door and a second door located on two opposite sides of the main body of the book storage, with the top spanning the upper end of the main body of the book storage. The first door is equipped with an electronic control device inside, and a movable plate that is automatically opened and closed by the electronic control device is located near the outside of the first door.

[0011] As a further improvement of this invention, the top of the rotating book compartment assembly is provided with a top baffle.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the top baffle includes a baffle body and a fixing frame disposed at the bottom of the baffle body for fixing to the rotating book compartment assembly.

[0013] As a further improvement of this utility model, the bottom of the baffle body is also provided with a lighting element for lighting.

[0014] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a side frame is provided between the top cover and the lower book shelf to strengthen the structural strength and to be fixed to the top of the external frame assembly.

[0015] As a further improvement of this utility model, the number of horizontal carrier plates provided on the book shelf is at least four.

[0016] As a further improvement of this utility model, a control panel for borrowers to operate is provided on the outside of the first compartment door.

[0017] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the movable plate is opened and closed by a drive device, connecting rod and rotating shaft disposed inside the first compartment door. A plate is disposed near the outside of the first compartment door, and the movable plate is embedded in the plate, with each movable plate corresponding to each partition.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] This technical solution utilizes a cylindrical book compartment body with a top cover and base. The book compartment shelves are layered using partitions and at least four horizontal carrier plates, increasing book storage density and capacity. A turntable-driven rotation enables multi-faceted display. Transparent covers are located on two opposite sides of the book compartment body, allowing borrowers to inspect the availability and condition of books from nearly 360 degrees. The external frame components, including a first and second compartment door, are clamped to the book compartment body using a gantry frame structure. The first compartment door's internal electronic control controls the automatic opening and closing of a movable plate, which is embedded in the outer panel of the first compartment door, precisely aligning with the target partition. Only a single layer of access is exposed, avoiding the risk of overall exposure. Simultaneously, the top baffle is reinforced with protection through its main body and fixing frame. Lighting is integrated at the bottom of the baffle body to optimize operation in low-light environments. The side frames enhance the connection strength between the top cover and the book compartment shelves, improving vibration resistance and durability. The control panel is directly integrated into the outside of the first compartment door, simplifying the human-machine interaction path, while the second compartment door facilitates batch maintenance. The overall structure features high capacity, intuitive multi-faceted display, safe and convenient access, and strong environmental adaptability, solving the shortcomings of traditional methods and reducing maintenance burden. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions 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 only some embodiments of the technical solutions of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of the terminal body and the control panel of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the terminal body from another side in this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a preliminary disassembly diagram of the top baffle and rotating book compartment assembly in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the main components of the external frame assembly, the main body of the book compartment, and the top baffle in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of each component of the external frame assembly in this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 Appendix of this utility model Figure 5 A partially enlarged schematic diagram of the movable plate drive structure at point A.

[0027] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of the movable plates embedded in the external plate of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a disassembled schematic diagram of the external structure of the main body of the book storage unit in this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 Appendix of this utility model Figure 8 Enlarged view of the partition and transverse carrier plate at point B.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a planar view of the components on one side of the book shelf in this utility model.

[0031] [Explanation of Markings on Main Components / Assemblies]

[0032] label name label name 1 Terminal main body 111 Top cover 10 Top baffle 1110 Side frame 100 baffle body 112 base 101 Fixture 113 External framework components 102 Lighting components 1130 First warehouse gate 11 Rotating book container assembly 1131 drive unit 110 Book Warehouse Main Body 1132 Activity board 1100 Transparent cover 1133 link 1101 Bookshelf 1134 pivot 11010 partition 1135 plate body 11011 Vertical outer frame 1136 keyhole 11012 Horizontal carrier plate 1137 Electronic control devices 11013 turntable 1138 Second warehouse door 11014 motor 1139 control Panel Detailed Implementation

[0033] as follows:

[0034] Please see the appendix Figure 1-10 ,

[0035] Existing self-service book lending equipment typically uses a rectangular cabinet structure, which has many drawbacks. For example, books can only be stacked, the display effect is limited, borrowers cannot check the availability or condition of books from multiple angles, and they have to crowd into a specific area to view them. When storing or retrieving books, the entire cabinet door often needs to be opened, exposing all the books inside, which has low security and is susceptible to unauthorized operations. Furthermore, due to structural limitations, the number of books that can be accommodated in the same volume is limited, making it difficult to meet peak demand.

[0036] To solve these problems, this technical solution uses a terminal body (1) composed of a rotating book compartment assembly (11). The book compartment body (110) has a cylindrical structure with a top cover (111) and a base (112) at the top and bottom ends. The book compartment body (110) is assembled from a rotatable book compartment frame (1101). The book compartment frame (1101) includes a partition plate (11010) arranged around the axis and a transverse carrier plate (11012) for layering and carrying books. The outer side is framed and fixed by a longitudinal outer frame (11011). The bottom turntable (11013) is driven to rotate by a motor (11014). After assembly, the main body of the book storage unit (110) is equipped with transparent covers (1100) on both sides of the exterior, allowing borrowers to directly inspect the books inside from multiple angles, achieving a near 360-degree intuitive display. Multiple borrowers can view different areas simultaneously without occupying a single space. The other two sides of the main body of the book storage unit (110) are clamped together by an external frame assembly (113). This assembly has a gantry frame structure, including a first door (1130) and a second door (1138), with the top spanning the upper end of the main body of the book storage unit (110). The first door (1130) is equipped with an electronic control device (1137) inside. The movable plate (1132) near its exterior is automatically opened and closed by the electronic control device (1137). When the borrower operates, they only need to trigger the movable plate (1132) through the control panel (1139). The movable plate (1132) opens according to a specific partition (11010), exposing only the target book and avoiding overall exposure, thus greatly improving the security of storage and retrieval. Meanwhile, the cylindrical structure combined with a layered design (with at least four partitions (11010) and horizontal carriers (11012)) allows for more books to be held in the same volume compared to traditional cabinets. A turntable (11013) drives the book rack (1101) to rotate, facilitating quick book location for borrowers. In addition, a second door (1138) allows maintenance personnel to access books in bulk, facilitating internal maintenance. The overall assembly enhances the convenience of storage and retrieval, as well as the durability of the equipment, providing a high-capacity, multi-faceted, safe, and convenient self-service borrowing experience.

[0037] Reference Appendix Figure 3 , 4 In a preferred embodiment of this invention, a top baffle (10) can be added to the top of the rotating book compartment assembly (11) to cover the upper part of the entire cylindrical book compartment body (110), isolating it from external pollutants and rainwater penetration. The baffle is connected to the book compartment body (110) via a fixing frame (101) (which can withstand snow or accidental heavy objects if used outdoors), and is also tightly fixed to the top of the external frame assembly (113) via a side frame (1110), so that the entire terminal forms a protective structure. The lighting element (102) integrated at the bottom of the baffle can project light downwards, solving the pain point of borrowers checking books at night or in low light conditions, and improving ease of use.

[0038] Reference Appendix Figure 3 ,4 In a preferred embodiment of this utility model: In this technical solution, the top baffle (10) can be assembled in such a way that the front end of the top baffle (10) extends downward to form a cantilever structure and covers the upper edge of the front baffle to form an encapsulation. The front baffle is obliquely assembled to the bottom of the outer side of the first door (1130) and is inclined at an acute angle to the horizontal plane. This not only guides rainwater to slide down quickly to prevent water accumulation, but also naturally fits the cantilever part of the top baffle (10) through its inclined surface to block the intrusion of external pollutants and solve the problem of weak protection at the connection between the top and the front side.

[0039] Preferably, the front baffle adopts a detachable design and is conveniently connected to the bottom of the first compartment door (1130) only by a pin. Maintenance personnel can directly operate the pin to achieve quick disassembly and replacement without disassembling the entire machine structure, which greatly reduces the complexity of maintenance.

[0040] Reference Appendix Figure 4 In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, compared to existing self-service borrowing terminals that often rely on ambient light or require borrowers to bring their own lighting tools in low-light environments, leading to difficulties in nighttime operation and the risk of misoperation, this technical solution integrates a lighting element (102) directly into the bottom of the main body (100) of the top baffle (10). The light source can be concealed and embedded inside the baffle, and the lighting light can evenly cover the entire book compartment main body (110) area from top to bottom. When borrowers inspect books through the transparent cover (1100), there are no shadows, improving the operating experience in low-light environments. The lighting element (102) can be fixed to the mounting bracket (101) synchronously with the baffle main body (100), without the need for additional openings and wiring, avoiding damage to the waterproof integrity of the top baffle (10). At the same time, the position of the lighting element (extending outwards) avoids the rotating parts of the book compartment.

[0041] Reference Appendix Figure 8 In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a side frame (1110) is added between the top cover (111) and the book shelf (1101) to strengthen the mechanical strength of the connection area. By rigidly fixing it to the top of the external frame assembly (113), an integrated support frame is formed, which keeps the entire terminal body (1) stable during operation, effectively resists external impacts and long-term loads, and extends the service life.

[0042] Reference Appendix Figure 9 , 10In a preferred embodiment of this invention, the number of horizontal carrier plates (11012) is at least four, ensuring that the height of each layer of books is adapted to the vertical operating range of a person standing naturally. Borrowers can easily retrieve and place books on any layer without bending over significantly, greatly reducing operational fatigue and avoiding the risk of carrier plate deformation due to excessive book stacking. Combined with the layout of partitions (11010) around the axis, the center of gravity distribution of each layer is more balanced when the book rack (1101) rotates, reducing the driving resistance of the motor (11014). The multi-layer structure provides more independent book storage units within the same cylindrical volume. Combined with the stable positioning of the longitudinal outer frame (11011), books are stored in a categorized manner without mixing. Borrowers can quickly locate the target layer when inspecting through the transparent cover (1100).

[0043] Reference Appendix Figure 1 In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a control panel (1139) can be directly integrated outside the first compartment door (1130), placing it on the same vertical operating plane as the opening area of ​​the movable plate (1132). This allows the borrower to operate the panel while standing, with their line of sight aligned with the exposed book storage layer of the movable plate (1132), enabling a seamless "eye-to-screen, hand-to-book" action. The bottom of the control panel (1139) is directly connected to the electrical control components (1137) inside the first compartment door (1130) via a concealed wiring channel, avoiding external wiring, maintaining the overall waterproof and dustproof performance of the compartment door, and facilitating maintenance.

[0044] Reference Appendix Figure 5 , 6 In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the movable plate (1132) is controlled by a linkage mechanism consisting of a drive device (1131), a connecting rod (1133), and a rotating shaft (1134) inside the first compartment door (1130). This ensures that the book retrieval channel formed after opening is perfectly horizontally aligned with the target partition (11010) after the book shelf (1101) has been rotated and positioned. Borrowers can directly access books without adjustment, completely eliminating manual alignment operations. Preferably, the movable plate (1132) is embedded in the plate (1135) outside the first compartment door (1130). A sealing strip can be used to fill the space between the plate (1135) and the movable plate (1132) to ensure complete dust isolation when closed. Each movable plate (1132) independently corresponds to each partition (11010), opening only the target layer channel at a time while keeping the other layers closed to avoid accidental contact with other books and to prevent borrowers from excessively extending their arms.

[0045] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made based on the present utility model's technical concept and the contents of the present utility model's technical solution specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A rotating book vault service terminal for self-service book borrowing, characterized in that, include The main body of the terminal consists of a rotating book compartment assembly. The rotating bookcase assembly includes a cylindrical bookcase body, and a top cover and a base respectively disposed at the upper and lower ends of the bookcase body. The bookcase body is composed of a rotatable bookcase frame. The bookcase frame includes spaced partitions arranged around the axis of the cylindrical structure, and a transverse support plate for dividing the upper and lower partitions and supporting books. The outer sides of the partitions and the transverse support plate are provided with a longitudinal outer frame for framing and stabilizing the books. The bottom of the bookcase frame is provided with a turntable driven by a motor. The main body of the book container has transparent covers on two opposite sides for direct viewing of the books inside. The other two opposite sides of the main body are clamped together by an external frame assembly, which has a gantry frame structure. The external frame assembly includes a first door and a second door located on two opposite sides of the main body of the book storage, with the top spanning the upper end of the main body of the book storage. The first door is equipped with an electronic control device inside, and a movable plate that is automatically opened and closed by the electronic control device is located near the outside of the first door.

2. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating book compartment assembly has a top baffle.

3. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top baffle includes a baffle body and a fixing frame disposed at the bottom of the baffle body for fixing to the rotating book compartment assembly.

4. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the baffle body is also equipped with a lighting component for illumination.

5. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 1, characterized in that, A side frame is provided between the top cover and the lower book shelf to enhance structural strength and to be fixed to the top of the external frame assembly.

6. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of horizontal carrier plates installed on the book shelf is at least four.

7. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first compartment door is equipped with a control panel for borrowers to operate.

8. The rotating book storage service terminal for self-service book borrowing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The movable plate is opened and closed by a drive device, connecting rod and rotating shaft arranged inside the first compartment door. A plate is provided near the outside of the first compartment door, and the movable plate is embedded in the plate, with each movable plate corresponding to each partition.

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