Control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a single -arm type self -service sell coffee beverage machine's control structure belongs to coffee beverage vending machine technical field, including vending machine cabinet, vending machine cabinet front end is equipped with the meal outlet and the order screen, vending machine cabinet inside is equipped with the cup and cover falling ware located in vending machine cabinet one side, and the cup and cover falling ware are used for automatic provision cup and cover. Vending machine cabinet other side is equipped with the coffee machine, the coffee machine with the syrup machine between cup and cover falling ware, vending machine cabinet front end is equipped with the mechanical arm that takes the cup from cup and cover falling ware place and then stops syrup machine or coffee machine lastly will be equipped with coffee or beverage's cup and cover and send to the meal outlet. Have efficient convenient, space optimization, running stability is good and quality guarantee's characteristics. Realized efficient, accurate coffee and beverage production, simultaneously have good user interactive experience and running stability, be suitable for in commercial circle, office area etc. scene wide application.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of coffee and beverage vending machine technology, specifically to a control structure for a single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine. Background Technology

[0002] Current self-service coffee and beverage vending machines are unattended, intelligent retail devices that complete transactions via coin or IC card payment, primarily selling beverages, snacks, and other small items. Their core functions include dispensing goods, currency recognition, providing change, and human-machine interaction. A coordinate positioning system controls a robotic arm to precisely move to the target location to complete the retrieval process. The equipment has a built-in integrated circuit system that supports LED display interaction and remote IoT data monitoring; some models offer extended services such as refrigerated food storage.

[0003] However, current self-service coffee and beverage vending machines only sell bottled ready-made drinks at room temperature and cold. The solution—making hot coffee or cold beverages to order—is an automated system that combines modern technology with coffee culture, and it has become increasingly popular in today's fast-paced lifestyle. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a control structure for a single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine. It features high efficiency and convenience, optimized space utilization, good operational stability, and guaranteed quality. It achieves efficient and precise coffee and beverage preparation while offering a superior user experience and operational stability, making it suitable for widespread application in commercial areas, office spaces, and other similar settings.

[0005] The above-mentioned technical problems of this utility model are mainly solved by the following technical solutions:

[0006] A control structure for a single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine includes a vending machine cabinet. The front of the cabinet has a food dispensing port and an ordering screen. Inside the cabinet is a cup and lid dispenser located on one side, which automatically dispenses cups and lids. A coffee machine is located on the other side of the cabinet. A syrup machine is located between the coffee machine and the cup and lid dispenser. The front of the cabinet has a robotic arm that takes a cup from the cup and lid dispenser, passes it sequentially through the syrup machine or the coffee machine, and finally delivers the cup containing coffee or a beverage and its lid to the food dispensing port.

[0007] Preferably, the lower part of the vending machine cabinet is equipped with a purified drinking water tank connected to the piping of the syrup machine and coffee machine, providing a water source for the syrup machine and coffee machine. A waste bin is located on the side of the purified drinking water tank to collect waste generated during the production process. A transfer water tank is installed between the purified drinking water tank and the syrup machine and coffee machine, and a flow meter is installed between the transfer water tank and the syrup machine and coffee machine. The transfer water tank connects the purified drinking water tank to the syrup machine and coffee machine, and the liquid flow is controlled by the flow meter.

[0008] Preferably, a carbon dioxide gas cylinder connected to the syrup machine is provided between the waste bin and the pure drinking water bin for the production of carbonated beverages.

[0009] Preferably, a power controller is provided between the cup and lid dispenser and the syrup machine, which is connected to the flow meter, syrup machine, coffee machine, and cup and lid dispenser to control the circuit switching of each component. An electrical control module, connected to the power controller, is located on the lower side wall of the vending machine cabinet and is responsible for the overall system logic control.

[0010] Preferably, a syrup weighing module is installed between the electronic control module and the purified drinking water tank for accurately measuring the amount of syrup used. A peristaltic pump module is installed between the syrup weighing module and the syrup machine for precise syrup delivery.

[0011] Preferably, the vending machine cabinet is equipped with a fan at the top to dissipate heat from the inside of the vending machine cabinet, and the fan is connected to the power controller via a circuit.

[0012] Preferably, a monitoring camera is installed at the upper front of the vending machine cabinet, and an advertising screen is installed on the side of the monitoring camera. The monitoring camera, the advertising screen and the power controller are connected in a circuit.

[0013] Preferably, the food dispensing port is located in the middle of the front end of the vending machine cabinet, and the ordering screen is located below the food dispensing port, making it convenient for users to order and pick up food.

[0014] Preferably, the vending machine cabinet is equipped with casters at all four corners of its lower end, and each caster has an adjusting screw leg that is threadedly adjustable to the vending machine cabinet.

[0015] The vending machine cabinet is equipped with casters at all four corners of the bottom for easy movement; the casters are also equipped with adjustable screw legs on the sides, which can be adjusted to secure the equipment.

[0016] This invention can achieve the following effects:

[0017] This invention provides a control structure for a single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine. Compared with existing technologies, it features high efficiency and convenience, optimized space utilization, good operational stability, and guaranteed quality. It achieves efficient and precise coffee and beverage preparation while providing a good user experience and operational stability, making it suitable for widespread application in commercial areas, office spaces, and other similar settings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the right-side lower guard plate of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a front view of the structure of the upper protective plate in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the left side lower guard plate in this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Vending machine cabinet; 2. Fan; 3. Food dispensing port; 4. Ordering screen; 5. Surveillance camera; 6. Transfer water tank; 7. Flow meter; 8. Carbon dioxide cylinder; 9. Electrical control module; 10. Waste bin; 11. Pure drinking water tank; 12. Advertising screen; 13. Syrup machine; 14. Coffee machine; 15. Adjusting screw support leg; 16. Casters; 17. Robotic arm; 18. Cup and lid dropper; 19. Power controller; 20. Syrup weighing module; 21. Peristaltic pump module. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below through embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0024] Example: Figure 1-4As shown, a control structure for a single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine includes a vending machine cabinet 1. Each of the four corners of the lower end of the cabinet 1 has casters 16, and each caster 16 has a threaded adjustment screw leg 15 on its side. The front end of the cabinet 1 has a food dispensing port 3 and an ordering screen 4. The food dispensing port 3 is located in the middle of the front end of the cabinet 1, and the ordering screen 4 is located below the food dispensing port 3. Inside the cabinet 1 is a cup and lid dispenser 18 located on one side of the cabinet 1. On the other side of the cabinet 1 is a coffee machine 14. A syrup machine 13 is located between the coffee machine 14 and the cup and lid dispenser 18. The front end of the cabinet 1 has a robotic arm 17 that takes a cup from the cup and lid dispenser 18, passes it sequentially through the syrup machine 13 or the coffee machine 14, and finally delivers the cup containing coffee or a beverage and its lid to the food dispensing port 3. The lower part of the vending machine cabinet 1 is equipped with a purified drinking water tank 11 connected to the pipes of the syrup machine 13 and the coffee machine 14. A waste bin 10 is located on the side of the purified drinking water tank 11. A carbon dioxide cylinder 8, connected to the syrup machine 13, is located between the waste bin 10 and the purified drinking water tank 11. A transfer water tank 6 is located between the purified drinking water tank 11 and the syrup machine 13 and the coffee machine 14. A flow meter 7 is located between the transfer water tank 6 and the syrup machine 13 and the coffee machine 14. A power controller 19, connected to the flow meter 7, the syrup machine 13, the coffee machine 14, and the cup / lid dispenser 18, is located between the cup / lid dispenser 18 and the syrup machine 13. An electrical control module 9, connected to the power controller 19, is located on the lower side wall of the vending machine cabinet 1. A syrup weighing module 20 is located between the electrical control module 9 and the purified drinking water tank 11. A peristaltic pump module 21 is located between the syrup weighing module 20 and the syrup machine 13. The vending machine cabinet 1 is equipped with a fan 2 at the top to dissipate heat from the inside of the vending machine cabinet 1. The fan 2 is connected to the power controller 19-phase circuit. A monitoring camera 5 is installed at the front top of the vending machine cabinet 1. An advertising screen 12 is installed on the side of the monitoring camera 5. The monitoring camera 5 and the advertising screen 12 are connected to the power controller 19-phase circuit.

[0025] Workflow

[0026] User ordering: The user selects a drink through the ordering screen 4, and the system receives the order information.

[0027] Cup preparation: The cup and lid dropper 18 automatically provides the cup and lid, and the robotic arm 17 picks up the cup.

[0028] Beverage preparation: The robotic arm delivers the cup to the syrup machine 13, where syrup or other flavorings are added according to the order.

[0029] The cup is then sent to coffee machine 14 to complete the grinding and brewing of the coffee.

[0030] Beverage dispensing: The robotic arm delivers the prepared beverage to dispensing port 3, where the user picks up the beverage.

[0031] System monitoring and maintenance:

[0032] Surveillance camera 5 records the equipment's operating status in real time, while advertising screen 12 plays related content.

[0033] Fan 2 continuously dissipates heat to ensure a suitable internal temperature for the device.

[0034] Waste bin 10 collects waste generated during the manufacturing process, making it easy to clean.

[0035] In summary, the control structure of this single-arm self-service coffee and beverage vending machine features high efficiency and convenience, optimized space utilization, good operational stability, and guaranteed quality. It achieves efficient and precise coffee and beverage preparation while providing a good user experience and operational stability, making it suitable for widespread application in commercial areas, office spaces, and other similar settings.

[0036] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the essential characteristics of the invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0037] In summary, the above description is only a specific embodiment of the present utility model, but the structural features of the present utility model are not limited thereto. Any changes or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the present utility model are covered by the patent scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A control structure for a single-armed self-serve coffee beverage machine, characterized by: The vending machine cabinet (1) is provided with a meal outlet (3) and an order screen (4) at the front end, a cup and cover dropping device (18) is arranged at one side of the vending machine cabinet (1), a coffee machine (14) is arranged at the other side of the vending machine cabinet (1), a syrup machine (13) is arranged between the coffee machine (14) and the cup and cover dropping device (18), and a mechanical arm (17) is arranged at the front end of the vending machine cabinet (1) to take a cup from the cup and cover dropping device (18), stop at the syrup machine (13) or the coffee machine (14) in sequence, and finally send the cup with coffee or beverage and the cover to the meal outlet (3).

2. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vending machine cabinet (1) is provided with a pure drinking water tank (11) in communication with the syrup machine (13) and the coffee machine (14) at the lower part, a waste tank (10) is arranged at the side of the pure drinking water tank (11), a transfer water tank (6) is arranged between the pure drinking water tank (11) and the syrup machine (13) and the coffee machine (14), and a flow meter (7) is arranged between the transfer water tank (6) and the syrup machine (13) and the coffee machine (14).

3. A control structure for a single-armed self-serve coffee beverage machine according to claim 2, wherein: The waste tank (10) and the pure drinking water tank (11) are provided with a carbon dioxide gas tank (8) in communication with the syrup machine (13).

4. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cup and cover dropping device (18) and the syrup machine (13) are provided with a power controller (19) in circuit communication with the flow meter (7), the syrup machine (13), the coffee machine (14) and the cup and cover dropping device (18), and an electric control module (9) is arranged at the side wall of the vending machine cabinet (1) in circuit communication with the power controller (19).

5. A control structure for a single-armed self-serve coffee beverage machine according to claim 4, wherein: The electric control module (9) and the pure drinking water tank (11) are provided with a syrup weighing module (20), and the syrup weighing module (20) and the syrup machine (13) are provided with a peristaltic pump module (21).

6. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The vending machine cabinet (1) is provided with a fan (2) at the upper end for heat dissipation of the interior of the vending machine cabinet (1), and the fan (2) is in circuit communication with the power controller (19).

7. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The vending machine cabinet (1) is provided with a monitoring camera (5) at the upper front end, and the monitoring camera (5) is provided with an advertisement screen (12) at the side, and the monitoring camera (5) and the advertisement screen (12) are in circuit communication with the power controller (19).

8. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The meal outlet (3) is arranged at the middle of the front end of the vending machine cabinet (1), and the order screen (4) is arranged at the lower end of the meal outlet (3).

9. The control structure of a single-arm type self-service coffee beverage vending machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vending machine cabinet (1) is provided with universal wheels (16) at the lower end of four corners, and the universal wheels (16) are provided with adjusting screw legs (15) in screw type adjustment with the vending machine cabinet (1) at the side.

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