Weighing and pushing ice mechanism and vending machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a weighing pushes away ice mechanism and vending machine, include: support, weigher, the weigher installs in the support, ice receiving plate, the ice receiving plate installs in the weigher, the ice block that waits for falls to the ice receiving plate, push ice box, the push ice box is penetrated from top to bottom, the push ice box sliding connection in the support, the push ice box has ice receiving station and push ice station, when the push ice box is in ice receiving station, the push ice box is located the ice receiving plate upper end, and the ice receiving plate is closed the bottom of push ice box, when the push ice box is in push ice station, the push ice box is away from the ice receiving plate, drive mechanism, the drive mechanism installs in the support and the output of drive mechanism is connected with the push ice box, the drive mechanism is used for driving the push ice box, makes the push ice box be in ice receiving station or push ice station.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, and in particular to a weighing and ice-pushing mechanism and a vending machine. 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. They represent a new form of commercial retail and are also known as 24-hour mini-supermarkets. Furthermore, with market changes, vending machines have evolved into various styles.

[0003] For some vending machines, such as beverage machines and coffee machines, ice needs to be added to the product. Although the existing ice-pushing structure is equipped with a weighing device, the existing weighing device is connected to the ice-pushing box and the drive mechanism, which will affect the accuracy of the weighing device. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an anti-pinch device and a vending machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this utility model provides a weighing and ice-pushing mechanism, comprising:

[0006] support;

[0007] Weighing device; the weighing device is mounted on the bracket;

[0008] Ice receiving plate; the ice receiving plate is installed on the weighing device; ice blocks to be dispensed fall onto the ice receiving plate;

[0009] An ice pusher box; the ice pusher box extends vertically and is slidably connected to the bracket; the ice pusher box has an ice receiving position and an ice pushing position; when the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position, the ice pusher box is located at the upper end of the ice receiving plate, and the ice receiving plate closes the bottom of the ice pusher box; when the ice pusher box is in the ice pushing position, the ice pusher box is away from the ice receiving plate.

[0010] A driving mechanism; the driving mechanism is mounted on the bracket and its output end is connected to the ice pusher box; the driving mechanism is used to drive the ice pusher box so that the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position or the ice pushing position.

[0011] Furthermore, a slide rail assembly is provided between the ice pusher box and the bracket.

[0012] Furthermore, the driving mechanism is a reciprocating translation mechanism, which is used to drive the ice pusher to perform reciprocating translational motion.

[0013] Furthermore, the drive mechanism includes:

[0014] Motor: The motor is mounted on the bracket;

[0015] A rotating component; the first end of the rotating component is mounted on the output end of the motor;

[0016] A driving component; the driving component is mounted on the second end of the rotating component;

[0017] A movable component; the movable component is installed in the ice pusher box, the movable component has a sliding groove, and the driving component extends into the sliding groove.

[0018] Furthermore, the driving component is a roller.

[0019] Furthermore, the motor is a geared motor.

[0020] Furthermore, the drive mechanism also includes:

[0021] A switch plate; the switch plate is installed on the ice pusher box;

[0022] A micro switch; the micro switch is mounted on the bracket;

[0023] When the switch plate triggers the micro switch, the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position.

[0024] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with a support member; the first end of the weighing device is installed on the support member; and the ice plate is installed on the second end of the weighing device.

[0025] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with an identification groove located at the second end near the weighing device, and the identification groove is used to assist in the installation of the weighing device.

[0026] Secondly, this utility model also provides a vending machine, including a weighing and ice-pushing mechanism.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, this utility model brings the following technical effects:

[0028] This utility model discloses a weighing and ice-pushing mechanism. When the ice-pushing box needs to be in the ice-receiving position, the ice-pushing box and the ice-receiving plate form a receiving groove. At this time, the ice-making bucket or other device delivers ice blocks into the receiving groove. When the weight measured by the weighing device reaches the preset weight, the delivery of ice blocks into the receiving groove stops. Then, the drive mechanism drives the ice-pushing box to move towards the ice-pushing position. At this time, the inner wall of the ice-pushing box pushes the ice blocks on the ice-receiving plate to fall off the edge of the ice-receiving plate. When the ice-pushing box moves to its limit position, all the ice blocks on the ice-receiving plate fall off the ice-receiving plate. The ice-pushing box and the drive mechanism are both mounted on the bracket and have no contact with the weighing device. Only the ice-receiving plate is mounted on the weighing device. At the same time, the ice-receiving plate has no contact with any other parts except for its connection with the weighing device. Therefore, when the ice blocks fall onto the ice-receiving plate, the weighing device can accurately weigh the ice blocks. Compared with the traditional solution where the ice-pushing box and drive mechanism are mounted on the weighing device, the weighing is more accurate.

[0029] The vending machine of this utility model includes all the technical features and beneficial effects of the anti-pinch device, so they will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0030] 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.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the ice pusher box of this utility model when it is in the ice receiving position.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the ice-pushing box of this utility model when it is in the ice-pushing position.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 4 This is an installation diagram of the weighing device of this utility model.

[0035] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0036] 1-Bracket, 101-Identification slot, 2-Weighing device, 3-Ice receiving plate, 4-Ice pusher, 5-Drive mechanism, 501-Motor, 502-Rotating component, 503-Driver component, 504-Moving component, 5041-Sliding groove, 505-Switch pressure plate, 506-Micro switch, 6-Slide rail assembly, 7-Support component. Detailed Implementation

[0037] 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.

[0038] 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.

[0039] 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.

[0040] 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.

[0041] 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.

[0042] Example 1

[0043] The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism includes:

[0044] Bracket 1;

[0045] Weighing device 2; the weighing device 2 is mounted on the bracket 1;

[0046] Ice receiving plate 3; the ice receiving plate 3 is installed on the weighing device 2; ice blocks are to be discharged and fall onto the ice receiving plate 3;

[0047] An ice pusher 4 extends vertically and is slidably connected to the support 1. The ice pusher 4 has an ice receiving position and an ice pushing position. When the ice pusher 4 is in the ice receiving position, it is located above the ice receiving plate 3, and the ice receiving plate 3 closes the bottom of the ice pusher 4. When the ice pusher 4 is in the ice pushing position, it is away from the ice receiving plate 3.

[0048] Drive mechanism 5; the drive mechanism 5 is installed on the bracket 1 and the output end of the drive mechanism 5 is connected to the ice pusher box 4; the drive mechanism 5 is used to drive the ice pusher box 4 so that the ice pusher box 4 is in the ice receiving position or the ice pushing position.

[0049] In this embodiment, when the ice pusher 4 needs to be in the ice receiving position, the ice pusher 4 and the ice receiving plate 3 form a receiving groove. At this time, the ice bucket or other device delivers ice blocks into the receiving groove. When the weight weighed by the weighing device 2 reaches the preset weight, the delivery of ice blocks into the receiving groove stops. Then, the drive mechanism 5 drives the ice pusher 4 to move towards the ice pushing position. At this time, the inner wall of the ice pusher 4 pushes the ice blocks on the ice receiving plate 3 to fall off the edge of the ice receiving plate 3. When the ice pusher 4 moves to the limit position, all the ice blocks on the ice receiving plate 3 fall off the ice receiving plate 3. The ice pusher 4 and the drive mechanism 5 are both mounted on the bracket 1 and have no contact with the weighing device 2. Only the ice receiving plate 3 is mounted on the weighing device 2. At the same time, the ice receiving plate 3 has no contact with any other parts except for its connection with the weighing device 2. Therefore, when the ice falls onto the ice receiving plate 3, the weighing device 2 can accurately weigh the ice. Compared with the traditional solution where the ice pusher 4 and the drive mechanism 5 are mounted on the weighing device 2, the weighing is more accurate.

[0050] Furthermore, a slide rail assembly 6 is provided between the ice pusher box 4 and the bracket 1.

[0051] In this embodiment, by setting the slide rail assembly 6, the movement of the ice box 4 becomes smoother. At the same time, the slide rail assembly 6 can also support the ice box 4.

[0052] Furthermore, the driving mechanism 5 is a reciprocating translation mechanism, which is used to drive the ice pusher 4 to perform reciprocating translational motion.

[0053] Furthermore, the drive mechanism 5 includes:

[0054] Motor 501: The motor 501 is mounted on the bracket 1;

[0055] Rotating component 502; the first end of the rotating component 502 is mounted on the output end of the motor 501;

[0056] Drive component 503; the drive component 503 is mounted on the second end of the rotating component 502;

[0057] Movable component 504; the movable component 504 is installed on the ice pusher box 4, the movable component 504 is provided with a sliding groove 5041, and the driving component 503 extends into the sliding groove 5041.

[0058] Furthermore, the driving component 503 is a roller.

[0059] Furthermore, the motor 501 is a geared motor 501.

[0060] Furthermore, the drive mechanism 5 also includes:

[0061] Switch plate 505; the switch plate 505 is installed on the ice pusher box 4;

[0062] Micro switch 506; the micro switch 506 is mounted on the bracket 1;

[0063] When the switch plate 505 triggers the micro switch 506, the ice pusher 4 is in the ice receiving position.

[0064] In this embodiment, the motor 501 and the micro switch 506 are connected to an external controller. The principle of the drive mechanism 5 is as follows: when the controller sends an ice-pushing command, the motor 501 starts to rotate, which drives the rotating part 502 to rotate, thereby driving the moving part 504 to reciprocate through the drive part 503. The moving part 504 completes one reciprocating motion for every one revolution of the rotating part 502. It should be noted that when the drive part 503 drives the moving part 504 to reciprocate, the drive part 503 also moves relative to the moving part 504. Therefore, designing the drive part 503 as a roller facilitates its movement within the sliding groove 5041. In other words, the roller design transforms sliding friction into rolling friction, thereby reducing frictional loss between the drive part 503 and the moving part 504. Furthermore, the micro switch 506 is located at the ice-receiving station. Therefore, each time the ice-pushing box 4 moves, it eventually stops at the ice-receiving station. That is, the starting and ending positions of the ice-pushing box 4 are both at the ice-receiving station.

[0065] Furthermore, the bracket 1 is provided with a support member 7; the first end of the weighing device is installed on the support member 7; and the ice receiving plate 3 is installed on the second end of the weighing device.

[0066] In this embodiment, by setting the support member 7, the position of the weighing device is raised, thereby increasing the distance between the weighing device and the support 1. The purpose is to prevent the second end of the weighing device from contacting the support 1.

[0067] Furthermore, the bracket 1 is provided with an identification groove 101, which is located at the second end near the weighing device and is used to assist in the installation of the weighing device.

[0068] In this embodiment, when assembling the weighing device, the first end of the weighing device is installed on the support member 7 using fasteners. When tightening the fasteners, the assembler needs to visually inspect the second end of the weighing device to ensure that it is centered in the marking groove 101. By setting the marking groove 101, the assembler can be assisted in the installation process to prevent the weighing device from shifting during assembly, which could lead to inaccurate weighing measurements.

[0069] Example 2

[0070] The vending machine includes a weighing and ice-pushing mechanism. The vending machine of this embodiment includes all the technical features and effects of Embodiment 1, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0071] The descriptions of "specific examples" 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 the present invention. 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.

[0072] 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 weighing and ice-pushing mechanism, characterized in that: include: support; Weighing instrument; The weighing device is mounted on the bracket; Ice plate; The ice-receiving plate is installed on the weighing device; Wait for the ice to fall onto the ice-receiving plate; Push the ice pack; The ice pusher box runs vertically through the frame and is slidably connected to the support. The ice pusher box has an ice receiving position and an ice pushing position. When the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position, it is located at the upper end of the ice receiving plate, and the ice receiving plate closes the bottom of the ice pusher box. When the ice pusher box is in the ice pushing position, it is away from the ice receiving plate. Drive mechanism; The drive mechanism is mounted on the bracket and its output end is connected to the ice pusher box; The driving mechanism is used to drive the ice pusher box, so that the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position or the ice pushing position.

2. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: A slide rail assembly is provided between the ice pusher box and the bracket.

3. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism is a reciprocating translation mechanism, which is used to drive the ice pusher to perform reciprocating translational motion.

4. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: Therefore, the drive mechanism includes: Motor: The motor is mounted on the bracket; A rotating component; the first end of the rotating component is mounted on the output end of the motor; A driving component; the driving component is mounted on the second end of the rotating component; A movable component; the movable component is installed in the ice pusher box, the movable component has a sliding groove, and the driving component extends into the sliding groove.

5. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving component is a roller.

6. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The motor is a geared motor.

7. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive mechanism also includes: A switch plate; the switch plate is installed on the ice pusher box; A micro switch; the micro switch is mounted on the bracket; When the switch plate triggers the micro switch, the ice pusher box is in the ice receiving position.

8. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket is provided with a support member; the first end of the weighing device is installed on the support member; the ice plate is installed on the second end of the weighing device.

9. The weighing and ice-pushing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket has an marking groove located at the second end near the weighing device, and the marking groove is used to assist in the installation of the weighing device.

10. A vending machine, characterized in that: Includes the weighing and ice-pushing mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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