A convenient recycling bin

By using QR code recognition and an automated sorting system for convenient recycling bins, the problem of inaccurate sorting in existing recycling bins has been solved, achieving efficient and convenient waste recycling management.

CN224428730UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-30JIANGXI ZHIMIN NETWORK (GRP) CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGXI ZHIMIN NETWORK (GRP) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-27
Publication Date
2026-06-30

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing waste recycling bins cannot accurately sort waste, leading to increased sorting work for recycling personnel and potentially causing environmental problems.

Method used

A convenient recycling bin has been designed, which uses a QR code recognition system, weighing components and moving components (such as a linear module) in conjunction with an electric door and a forward and reverse motor to achieve automated sorting and recycling.

Benefits of technology

It has enabled efficient and convenient waste sorting and recycling, improved the level of automation, reduced the workload of manual sorting, and enhanced the efficiency and convenience of recycling management.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to a convenient recycling bin in the field of recycling equipment technology. It includes a bin body with a QR code, an openable inlet, and an openable outlet. Inside the bin are a weighing component and multiple top-opening storage boxes arranged side-by-side along the length of the bin body. Each storage box has an openable retrieval opening on its side wall corresponding to its outlet. The weighing component is mounted on a movable component above each storage box. The weighing component includes an electronic scale and a tray. The electronic scale is rotatably mounted on the movable component, and the tray is fixed to the electronic scale. This utility model enables efficient and convenient recycling, making recycling more convenient. It features a high degree of automation, with components working together to make sorting and recycling more accurate and convenient. The overall structure is simple, low-cost, highly practical, and easy to maintain.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of recycling equipment technology, specifically relating to a convenient recycling bin. Background Technology

[0002] Existing waste recycling bins are often just ordinary bins or unsorted bins, unable to accurately separate and recycle waste. This greatly increases the sorting workload for recycling personnel, and the mixing of various wastes may cause more serious environmental problems, thus defeating the purpose of recycling bins. Therefore, a convenient recycling bin is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned deficiencies in existing technologies, this utility model provides a convenient recycling bin, comprising a bin body with a QR code, an openable inlet, and an openable outlet; the bin body contains a weighing component and multiple top-opening storage boxes, arranged side-by-side along the length of the bin body, with each storage box having an openable retrieval opening on its side wall corresponding to the outlet; the weighing component is mounted on a movable component, located above each storage box, and includes an electronic scale and a storage tray, the electronic scale being rotatably mounted on the movable component, and the storage tray being fixed to the electronic scale.

[0004] Preferably, the moving component is a linear module, and the electronic scale is mounted on the slide of the linear module.

[0005] Preferably, two supports are fixed on the slide, and a rotating shaft is provided between the two supports. The two ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to the supports through bearings. The rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the bottom of the electronic scale. One end of the rotating shaft passes through the support and is connected to a forward and reverse motor. The forward and reverse motor is fixed on the slide.

[0006] Preferably, the entrance is equipped with an electric door.

[0007] Preferably, the linear module is mounted on a connecting frame, which is arranged along the length of the housing, and the sliding direction of the linear module is parallel to the length of the housing.

[0008] Preferably, the exit is equipped with an electric door.

[0009] A convenient recycling bin is also equipped with a control system. The QR code is used in conjunction with the control system. The control system includes a controller. The controller is electrically connected to an electronic scale, a forward and reverse motor, a linear module, an electric door one, an electric door two, etc. The controller controls their operation. The connection and control of the controller and the above-mentioned components are all existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0010] Working principle: After the user scans the QR code, the inlet opens, and the storage tray is located at the inlet. The user puts the recyclable items in, and after the electronic scale weighs them, the linear module transports them to the corresponding storage box according to the type of recyclables. The forward and reverse motors drive the electronic scale to flip, pouring the recyclable items into the corresponding storage box. Then the storage tray resets, waiting for the next recycling operation.

[0011] This utility model also includes other components that enable the convenient recycling bin to function properly, such as control components for the forward and reverse motor, control components for the electronic scale, control components for the linear module, and control components for electric gates one and two, all of which are conventional technologies in the field. Furthermore, devices or components not limited in this utility model, such as the linear module, electronic scale, QR code, electric gate one, and electric gate two, all employ conventional technologies and equipment in the field.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: it can realize efficient and convenient recycling, making recycling more convenient, with a high degree of automation, and the components work together to make sorting and recycling more accurate and convenient. The overall structure is simple, the cost is low, the practicality is strong, and it is easy to maintain. Attached Figure Description

[0013] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of a convenient recycling bin according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a convenient recycling bin according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The right view in the middle;

[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A diagram showing the state of the center tray when it is flipped.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Box body; 2. Exit; 3. QR code; 4. Inlet; 5. Storage box; 6. Retrieval port; 7. Connecting frame; 8. Slide table; 9. Electronic scale; 10. Storage tray; 11. Rotating shaft; 12. Forward and reverse motor; 13. Electric door one; 14. Linear module. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will now be clearly described with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. This description is merely for explaining the present invention and is not intended to limit it. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort to obtain all other embodiments should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0020] Example

[0021] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a convenient recycling bin, including a bin body 1. The bin body 1 is provided with a QR code 3, an openable inlet 4, and an openable outlet 2. The bin body 1 is provided with a weighing component and multiple top-opening storage boxes 5. The multiple storage boxes 5 are arranged side by side along the length of the bin body 1. Each storage box 5 has an openable retrieval port 6 on its side wall corresponding to the outlet 2. The weighing component is set on a movable component, which is located above each storage box 5. The weighing component includes an electronic scale 9 and a storage tray 10. The electronic scale 9 is rotatably mounted on the movable component, and the storage tray 10 is fixed on the electronic scale 9.

[0022] The moving component is a linear module 14, and the electronic scale 9 is mounted on the slide table 8 of the linear module 14.

[0023] Two supports are fixed on the slide table 8, and a rotating shaft 11 is provided between the two supports. The two ends of the rotating shaft 11 are rotatably connected to the supports through bearings. The rotating shaft 11 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the electronic scale 9. One end of the rotating shaft 11 passes through the support and is connected to a forward and reverse motor 12. The forward and reverse motor 12 is fixed on the slide table 8.

[0024] The four entrances are equipped with electric doors, number 13.

[0025] The linear module 14 is mounted on the connecting frame 7, which is arranged along the length of the housing 1. The sliding direction of the slide 8 of the linear module 14 is parallel to the length of the housing 1.

[0026] Two electric doors are installed at the two exits.

[0027] This embodiment of a convenient recycling bin is also equipped with a control system. The QR code 3 works in conjunction with the control system, which is connected to a corresponding APP. Developed using advanced AI technology and the domestically produced OpenHarmony+openEuler system, it provides users with a convenient and intelligent recycling experience. Users can easily use the device by simply scanning the QR code via WeChat or UnionPay. A high-precision identification system is installed to quickly identify the user and automatically open the inlet, facilitating the deposit of recyclable items. Weighing, sorting, and payment processing are also available.

[0028] The control system includes a controller, which is electrically connected to the electronic scale 9, the forward and reverse motor 12, the linear module 14, the electric door 13, the electric door 2, etc., and controls their operation through the controller. The connection and control of the controller with the above-mentioned components are all existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0029] During operation, after scanning QR code 3, the user enters the corresponding APP to operate (such as selecting the type of recyclable items and entering their identity). The control system responds quickly and identifies the user's identity, automatically opening the inlet 4. At this time, the storage tray 10 is located at the inlet 4. The recyclable items are put in, and after the electronic scale 9 weighs them, the system will calculate the recycling amount in real time according to the type and weight of the items and directly transfer it to the user's corresponding WeChat or UnionPay account. According to the type of recycling, the linear module 14 transports it to the top of the corresponding storage box 5. The forward and reverse motor 12 drives the electronic scale 9 to flip, pouring the recyclable items into the corresponding storage box 5. Then the storage tray 10 resets, waiting for the next recycling operation.

[0030] In this embodiment, a central control screen can also be installed to display real-time recycling data for each smart recycling bin, including the type, quantity, and weight of recycled items. This allows managers to understand the recycling situation promptly and make appropriate decisions. The central control screen also has data statistical analysis functions, capable of summarizing and analyzing historical recycling data to generate various reports and charts. This data and charts can provide decision support for managers, helping them better understand the development trends and patterns of the recycling business. Through the central control screen, managers can also remotely monitor and manage each recycling bin. For example, they can remotely view the equipment's operating status, fault information, etc., and take appropriate action. This greatly improves management efficiency and convenience.

[0031] The embodiments of this utility model have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A convenient recycling bin comprising a bin body, a two-dimensional code, an openable inlet and an openable outlet are arranged on the bin body; characterized in that: The box contains a weighing component and multiple storage boxes with top openings. The multiple storage boxes are arranged side by side along the length of the box. Each storage box has an openable retrieval port on its side wall corresponding to the outlet. The weighing component is mounted on a movable component, which is located above each storage box. The weighing component includes an electronic scale and a storage tray. The electronic scale is rotatably mounted on the movable component, and the storage tray is fixed to the electronic scale.

2. The convenience recycling bin of claim 1, wherein: The moving component is a linear module, and the electronic scale is mounted on the slide of the linear module.

3. A convenient recycling bin according to claim 2, characterized in that: Two supports are fixed on the slide, and a rotating shaft is provided between the two supports. The two ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to the supports through bearings. The rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the bottom of the electronic scale. One end of the rotating shaft passes through the support and is connected to a forward and reverse motor. The forward and reverse motor is fixed on the slide.

4. A convenient recycling bin according to claim 1, characterized in that: An electric door is installed at the entrance.

5. A convenient recycling bin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The linear module is mounted on a connecting frame, which is arranged along the length of the housing. The sliding direction of the linear module is parallel to the length of the housing.

6. A convenient recycling bin according to claim 1, characterized in that: The exit is equipped with an electric door.