Candy dispensing apparatus

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of candy dispensing devices, including base and upper cover, upper cover is installed at the top of base, storage bin is arranged between base and upper cover, the lower part of storage bin is connected with conveying bin by discharge port and communicates, conveying bin inside is provided with screw propeller, screw propeller is connected with the output shaft transmission of driving motor;Base inner chamber is equipped with electronic installation box, control circuit board, microprocessor and power module are installed in electronic installation box, camera is embedded in upper cover front side, the signal output end of microprocessor is connected with the signal input end of control circuit board, the signal output end of camera is connected with the data input end of microprocessor, the signal output end of control circuit board is connected with the signal input end of driving motor.The utility model overcomes the deficiency of prior art, can effectively control the speed and quantity of candy dispensing, ensure that the candy amount of each time distribution is moderate, avoid waste.And it can effectively improve interesting, add festival atmosphere.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of daily necessities, specifically a candy dispensing device. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, candy dispensing devices are mainly divided into two categories: static container devices and trigger-based automatic devices. The basic design concept of static container devices is to place candy in an open container, allowing consumers to directly grab candy with their hands. However, this design has several drawbacks. First, because multiple people directly handle the candy, cross-contamination is highly likely, making hygiene difficult to guarantee. Second, this dispensing method makes it difficult to accurately control the amount of candy dispensed each time, especially since children often grab too much, potentially leading to waste and unnecessary disputes. Furthermore, the entire candy dispensing process lacks interactivity and fun; its use during holidays like Halloween significantly diminishes the festive experience and fails to meet people's expectations for a festive atmosphere. In contrast, trigger-based automatic devices use buttons, sensors, or other trigger mechanisms to initiate the candy dispensing process. This device solves the cross-contamination problem of static container devices to some extent, as consumers do not need to directly touch the candy. However, trigger-based automatic devices also have their limitations. First, these devices typically only support a simple binary trigger mode—either dispensing candy or not dispensing any—and cannot personalize candy dispensing according to the specific needs of consumers. Moreover, the device has a complex structure, high maintenance costs, and is difficult to apply widely. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a candy dispensing device that overcomes these deficiencies. Its reasonable design ensures both the fun and safety of candy dispensing, effectively controls the speed and quantity of candy dispensing, and guarantees a moderate amount of candy each time, avoiding waste. Furthermore, it effectively enhances the fun and adds to the festive atmosphere.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A candy dispensing device includes a base and a top cover. The top cover is fixedly installed on the top of the base. A storage compartment is provided between the base and the top cover. A conveying compartment is fixedly installed below the storage compartment. The lower part of the storage compartment is connected to the conveying compartment through a discharge port. A candy outlet is opened on the front side of the base. The front end of the conveying compartment is connected to the candy outlet. A screw propeller is provided inside the conveying compartment. The rear end of the screw propeller passes through the inner side of the conveying compartment and is connected to the output shaft of a drive motor. The drive motor is fixedly installed in the base. A feeding port is opened on the upper surface of the top cover. A cover is installed on the feeding port.

[0006] An electronic mounting box is fixedly installed inside the base cavity. The electronic mounting box contains a control circuit board, a microprocessor, and a power module. A camera is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover. The signal output terminal of the microprocessor is connected to the signal input terminal of the control circuit board. The signal output terminal of the camera is connected to the data input terminal of the microprocessor. The signal output terminal of the control circuit board is connected to the signal input terminal of the drive motor. The power module is used to provide a stable power supply.

[0007] Preferably, a speaker is fixedly installed inside the base, the audio input terminal of the speaker is connected to the output terminal of the control circuit board, a sound outlet is opened on the side surface of the base, and the output terminal of the speaker is opposite to the sound outlet.

[0008] Preferably, an eye frame is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover, and an LED light is fixedly installed inside the eye frame. The LED light is connected to the signal output terminal of the control circuit board.

[0009] Preferably, a plurality of conical support columns are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the inner cavity of the base, and the conveying chamber, drive motor and electronic mounting box are all fixedly installed on the conical support columns.

[0010] Preferably, the power module includes a power adapter and a voltage converter. The power adapter is connected to an external power source via a power cord. The output terminal of the power adapter is connected to the input terminal of the voltage converter. The output terminal of the voltage converter is connected to the power input terminals of the control circuit board, the microprocessor, the camera, and the drive motor, respectively.

[0011] Preferably, a hollow hole column is vertically fixedly installed at the bottom of the inner cavity of the base, and a fixing screw is inserted through the hollow hole column. A threaded hole column is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the inner cavity of the upper cover. The threaded hole column and the hollow hole column are directly opposite each other. The upper end of the fixing screw passes through the fixing screw and the storage compartment in sequence and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole column.

[0012] Preferably, the electronic mounting box is provided with multiple partitions, which divide the electronic mounting box into multiple independent spaces, and the control circuit board, microprocessor and power module are installed in each independent space respectively.

[0013] This invention provides a candy dispensing device with the following advantages: It uses a camera for accurate user identification, ensuring both the fun and safety of candy dispensing, preventing accidental operation by unauthorized personnel, and improving the user experience. Furthermore, by controlling the rotation of the screw propeller driven by the drive motor, the candy is conveyed and distributed, effectively controlling the speed and quantity of candy dispensing to ensure an appropriate amount is given each time, avoiding waste. It also effectively enhances the fun and adds to the festive atmosphere. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the accompanying drawings used in the description of this utility model or the prior art will be briefly introduced below.

[0015] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the base in this utility model;

[0019] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0020] 1. Base; 2. Top cover; 3. Storage compartment; 4. Discharge port; 5. Conveying compartment; 6. Screw propeller; 7. Drive motor; 8. Feed port; 9. Cover; 10. Electronic mounting box; 11. Control circuit board; 12. Microprocessor; 13. Power module; 14. Camera; 15. Speaker; 16. Sound outlet; 17. Eye frame; 18. Conical support column; 21. Hollow hole column; 22. Fixing screw; 23. Threaded hole column. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] Example 1, as Figure 1-4 As shown, a candy dispensing device includes a base 1 and a top cover 2. The top cover 2 is fixedly installed on the top of the base 1. A storage chamber 3 is provided between the base 1 and the top cover 2. A conveying chamber 5 is fixedly installed below the storage chamber 3. The lower part of the storage chamber 3 is connected to the conveying chamber 5 through a discharge port 4. A candy outlet is opened on the front side of the base 1. The front end of the conveying chamber 5 is connected to the candy outlet. A screw propeller 6 is provided inside the conveying chamber 5. The rear end of the screw propeller 6 passes through the inner side of the conveying chamber 5 and is connected to the output shaft of a drive motor 7. The drive motor 7 is fixedly installed in the base 1. A feeding port 8 is opened on the upper surface of the top cover 2. A cap 9 is detachably installed on the feeding port 8.

[0023] An electronic mounting box 10 is fixedly installed inside the base 1. The electronic mounting box 10 contains a control circuit board 11, a microprocessor 12, and a power module 13. A camera 14 is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover 2. The signal output terminal of the microprocessor 12 is connected to the signal input terminal of the control circuit board 11 through a UART serial port. The signal output terminal of the camera 14 is connected to the data input terminal of the microprocessor 12 through a CSI interface. The signal output terminal of the control circuit board 11 is connected to the signal input terminal of the drive motor 7. The power module 13 is used to provide a stable power supply.

[0024] Working principle:

[0025] After the device is powered on and started, when someone approaches the device, the camera 14 can identify the person's face and clothing, and transmit the identification signal to the microprocessor 12 through the CSI interface. The microprocessor 12 processes the identification signal to determine whether it meets the set authorization conditions. In this embodiment, the microprocessor 12 can be a Raspberry Pi microcontroller, which runs a visual recognition model based on OpenCV and a clothing classifier trained with OpenCV Haarcascade and TensorFlow Lite, and can detect faces and clothing (this is existing technology and will not be described in detail). If the recognition is successful, the microprocessor 12 sends a command to the control circuit board 11. After receiving the command from the microprocessor 12, the control circuit board 11 controls the drive motor 7 to start through the built-in motor drive circuit (such as an H-bridge circuit). This drives the spiral propeller 6 to rotate, pushing the candy in the storage compartment 3 through the conveyor compartment 5 to the candy outlet, thus completing the automatic candy dispensing. Furthermore, during the rotation and pushing process of the screw propeller 6, the candy in the storage bin 3 is continuously replenished from the discharge port 4 into the conveying bin 5 to ensure a continuous candy supply. Additionally, a feeding port 8 is provided on the upper surface of the top cover 2, and a detachable cap 9 is installed on the feeding port 8. Therefore, when the candy in the storage bin 3 is insufficient, the cap 9 can be opened, and candy can be added to the storage bin 3 through the feeding port 8. The cap 9 ensures the airtightness of the storage bin 3, preventing the candy from getting damp or contaminated, thereby guaranteeing the quality of the candy.

[0026] In this embodiment, camera 14 accurately identifies users (e.g., those dressed in costumes matching Halloween decorations), ensuring the fun and safety of candy distribution, preventing accidental operation by unauthorized personnel, and improving user experience. Furthermore, by controlling the rotation of the screw propeller 6 driven by the drive motor 7, the candy is transported and distributed, effectively controlling the speed and quantity of candy distribution to ensure an appropriate amount of candy is given each time, avoiding waste. This also effectively enhances the fun and adds to the festive atmosphere.

[0027] In Embodiment Two, as a further preferred embodiment of Embodiment One, a speaker 15 is fixedly installed inside the base 1. The audio input terminal of the speaker 15 is connected to the output terminal of the control circuit board 11. A sound outlet 16 is opened on the side surface of the base 1, and the output terminal of the speaker 15 is opposite to the sound outlet 16. The microprocessor 12 has a built-in memory containing various pre-stored sound effect files. Therefore, when the microprocessor 12 successfully recognizes the files, it can directly call the stored sound effect data and send instructions to the control circuit board 11. After receiving the instructions from the microprocessor 12, the control circuit board 11 converts the microprocessor's digital audio signal into an analog signal through a built-in audio amplifier circuit (such as a Class D amplifier chip) to drive the speaker 15 to play preset welcome messages or fun sound effects, further enhancing the interactive experience, making the candy distribution process more vivid and interesting, and improving the overall event effect.

[0028] In Example 3, as a further preferred embodiment of Example 1, an eye frame 17 is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover 2. An LED light is fixedly installed inside the eye frame 17. The LED light is connected to the signal output terminal of the control circuit board 11. The control circuit board 11 controls the switching on and off of the LED light or PWM dimming through the built-in GPIO port. By controlling the LED light inside the eye frame 17 to light up, the effect of a real eye is simulated, adding to the robot's vividness. Furthermore, different modes can be distinguished by the different colors of the LED light. For example, orange represents a light mode, indicating that the spiral propeller 6 rotates half a turn each time, suitable for distributing a small amount of candy; blue represents a standard mode, indicating that the spiral propeller 6 rotates one revolution each time, suitable for distributing regular candy; and purple represents a fast mode, indicating that the spiral propeller 6 rotates two revolutions each time, suitable for distributing a large amount of candy, meeting the needs of different scenarios.

[0029] In Example 4, as a further preferred embodiment of Example 1, multiple conical supports 18 are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the inner cavity of the base 1. The conveying chamber 5, the drive motor 7, and the electronic mounting box 10 are all fixedly mounted on the conical supports 18. The conical supports 18 provide stable support for the conveying chamber 5, the drive motor 7, and the electronic mounting box 10, and ensure that the drive motor 7 and the electronic mounting box 10 can effectively dissipate heat, preventing overheating from affecting equipment operation and extending service life.

[0030] In Example 5, as a further preferred embodiment of Example 1, the power module 13 includes a power adapter and a voltage converter. The power adapter is connected to an external power source via a power cord, and its output terminal is connected to the input terminal of the voltage converter. The output terminal of the voltage converter is connected to the power input terminals of the control circuit board 11, microprocessor 12, drive motor 7, camera 14, speaker 15, and LED lights, respectively. The power adapter converts the external power source into the voltage required by the device, ensuring stable operation of each component. The voltage converter then converts the converted voltage into voltages suitable for each component, ensuring efficient operation of the device.

[0031] In Example 6, as a further preferred embodiment of Example 1, multiple hollow post 21s are vertically fixedly installed at the bottom of the inner cavity of the base 1. The central hole of each hollow post 21 penetrates the bottom of the base 1. A fixing screw 22 passes through each hollow post 21. A threaded post 23 is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the inner cavity of the top cover 2. The threaded post 23 is vertically aligned with the hollow post 21. The upper end of the fixing screw 22 passes through the fixing screw 22 and the storage compartment 3 in sequence and is threadedly connected to the threaded post 23. Therefore, when assembling or disassembling the device, the fixing screw 22 can be inserted into the hollow post 21 from the bottom of the base 1, and then passed upward along the axial direction of the hollow post 21 through the storage compartment 3 before being threadedly connected to the threaded post 23, thereby effectively ensuring a tight connection between the base 1 and the top cover 2. In this embodiment, a buffer pad can be provided between the base 1 and the top cover 2 to ensure the stability of the connection between the base 1 and the top cover 2.

[0032] In Example 7, as a further preferred embodiment of Example 1, the electronic mounting box 10 is provided with multiple partitions, which divide the electronic mounting box 10 into multiple independent spaces. The control circuit board 11, microprocessor 12, and power module 13 are all installed in their respective independent spaces. The partitions effectively isolate the various components, prevent electromagnetic interference, ensure the independent and stable operation of each module, and improve overall performance.

[0033] Specifically, the motor drive circuit, audio amplifier circuit, and LED light switching or PWM dimming circuit involved in the above embodiments all adopt well-known solutions in the prior art. The motor drive circuit, audio amplifier circuit, and LED light switching or PWM dimming circuit are all mounted on the control circuit board 11, which is already known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0034] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A candy dispensing device, characterized in that: Includes a base (1) and a top cover (2). The top cover (2) is fixedly installed on the top of the base (1). A storage chamber (3) is provided between the base (1) and the top cover (2). A conveying chamber (5) is fixedly installed below the storage chamber (3). The lower part of the storage chamber (3) is connected to the conveying chamber (5) through a discharge port (4). A candy outlet is provided on the front side of the base (1). The front end of the conveying chamber (5) is connected to the candy outlet. A screw propeller (6) is provided inside the conveying chamber (5). The rear end of the screw propeller (6) passes through the inner side of the conveying chamber (5) and is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor (7). The drive motor (7) is fixedly installed in the base (1). A feeding port (8) is provided on the upper surface of the top cover (2). A cover (9) is installed on the feeding port (8). An electronic mounting box (10) is fixedly installed inside the base (1). The electronic mounting box (10) contains a control circuit board (11), a microprocessor (12), and a power module (13). A camera (14) is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover (2). The signal output terminal of the microprocessor (12) is connected to the signal input terminal of the control circuit board (11). The signal output terminal of the camera (14) is connected to the data input terminal of the microprocessor (12). The signal output terminal of the control circuit board (11) is connected to the signal input terminal of the drive motor (7). The power module (13) is used to provide a stable power supply.

2. The candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A speaker (15) is fixedly installed inside the base (1). The audio input terminal of the speaker (15) is connected to the output terminal of the control circuit board (11). A sound outlet (16) is opened on the side surface of the base (1). The output terminal of the speaker (15) is opposite to the sound outlet (16).

3. The candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An eye frame (17) is fixedly embedded on the front side of the top cover (2), and an LED light is fixedly installed inside the eye frame (17). The LED light is connected to the signal output terminal of the control circuit board (11).

4. The candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple conical support columns (18) are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the inner cavity of the base (1), and the conveying chamber (5), drive motor (7) and electronic mounting box (10) are all fixedly installed on the conical support columns (18).

5. A candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power module (13) includes a power adapter and a voltage converter. The power adapter is connected to an external power source via a power cord. The output end of the power adapter is connected to the input end of the voltage converter. The output end of the voltage converter is connected to the power input ends of the control circuit board (11), the microprocessor (12), the camera (14), and the drive motor (7), respectively.

6. A candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A hollow hole column (21) is vertically fixed at the bottom of the inner cavity of the base (1). A fixing screw (22) is inserted inside the hollow hole column (21). A threaded hole column (23) is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the inner cavity of the cover (2). The threaded hole column (23) is directly opposite the hollow hole column (21). The upper end of the fixing screw (22) passes through the fixing screw (22) and the storage compartment (3) in sequence and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole column (23).

7. A candy dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electronic mounting box (10) is provided with multiple partitions, which divide the electronic mounting box (10) into multiple independent spaces. The control circuit board (11), microprocessor (12) and power module (13) are installed in each independent space respectively.

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