Card dealer

Abstract

The utility model discloses a dealer relates to card distribution technical field, and the dealer includes card store and push -board, and the card store is equipped with the cavity and the channel, and the cavity is used for depositing card, and the upper end of cavity is equipped with the card mouth, and the lower end of cavity is equipped with the card mouth, and the channel is set below the card mouth and is thorough with the card mouth, and the push -board is slid and is set in the channel, and the push -board is equipped with the card hole that is matched with the card mouth, and when the card hole slides to the card mouth just below, the card that stores in the cavity can slide from the card mouth to the card hole, and at this time, the push -board is pushed forward, and the card hole will carry the card from the card store and make the card slide from the card hole below, and this is to distribute the card. The utility model is applied to card distribution, and the card is stored in the cavity of card store, and the channel is used for the push -board sliding, and the card hole of push -board is used for distributing after sliding out and realizing distribution, and the device can realize miniaturization, portable, and adapt to the interactive intelligence card game demand.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of card distribution technology, and in particular to a card dealer. Background Technology

[0002] Card games are increasingly used in entertainment, education, and other fields. Currently, card distribution methods are mainly divided into two categories: manual distribution and mechanical distribution. Manual distribution requires dedicated personnel and is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and inefficient, making it difficult to meet the needs of batch or high-frequency distribution. Mechanical distribution, on the other hand, relies on various card-issuing devices to reduce human intervention.

[0003] Chinese patent document CN215025918U discloses a card issuing device, the core structure of which includes a card storage box, a slanted panel seat, a card slanted seat, a motor and a card pressing drive wheel. The motor drives the card pressing drive wheel to rotate, thereby causing the cards in the card storage cavity to be output in an orderly manner from the card outlet.

[0004] However, this technical solution has the following shortcomings: the overall structure of the card issuing device relies on mechanical transmission components such as motors and card-pressing drive rollers, resulting in a large device size and a lot of space occupation. The card issuing process requires the motor to provide continuous power, which is difficult to adapt to the needs of interactive puzzle card games for miniaturization and portability. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address one or more technical problems in the prior art, this utility model provides a card dealer for storing and distributing cards: The card dealer includes a card container and a push plate; The card compartment has a cavity and a channel. The cavity is used to store the cards. The upper end of the cavity has a card placement opening, and the lower end of the cavity has a card dropping opening. The channel is located below the card dropping opening and communicates with the card dropping opening. The push plate passes through the channel and can slide back and forth along the extension direction of the channel. The push plate is provided with a card dispensing hole that matches the card dropping opening. When the card dispensing hole slides to directly below the card dropping opening, the card stored in the cavity can slide from the card dropping opening to the card dispensing hole. At this time, the push plate is pushed forward, and the card dispensing hole will carry the card out of the card compartment.

[0006] Preferably, the outer diameter of the front end of the push plate is larger than the inner diameter of the channel, so that the front end of the push plate can abut against the outer edge of the channel to ensure that the push plate cannot continue to slide backward. When the front end of the push plate abuts against the outer edge of the channel, the push plate is in the initial position, and the card dispensing hole is located directly below the card dropping opening. The card dispensing hole is a through hole. When the card is slid out of the card holder with the card in the dispensing hole, the card will fall naturally onto the table or other supporting surface due to gravity.

[0007] Preferably, an elastic connector is connected between the card holder and the push plate. When the push plate is pushed forward, the elastic potential energy of the elastic connector increases accordingly. When the pushing force applied to the push plate is removed, the elastic connector releases its stored elastic potential energy to drive the push plate to automatically reset to the initial position.

[0008] Preferably, the elastic connector includes a rubber band; The rear of the card compartment is provided with a rear sleeve joint, and the front of the push plate is provided with a front sleeve joint. The rear sleeve joint and the front sleeve joint are connected by the rubber band. When the push plate is pushed forward, the distance between the front sleeve joint and the rear sleeve joint increases, and the rubber band is stretched. When the pushing force on the push plate is released, the push plate automatically returns to its initial position under the tension of the rubber band.

[0009] Preferably, the front sleeve includes a front sleeve post and a front anti-detachment protrusion. The front sleeve post is disposed between the front anti-detachment protrusion and the main body of the push plate. The outer diameter of the front anti-detachment protrusion is larger than the outer diameter of the front sleeve post. The front end of the elastic band is sleeved on the front sleeve post and is difficult to slip off the front sleeve post under the action of the front anti-detachment protrusion. The rear sleeve connector includes a rear sleeve post and a rear anti-detachment protrusion. The rear sleeve post is disposed between the rear anti-detachment protrusion and the main body of the card holder. The outer diameter of the rear anti-detachment protrusion is larger than the outer diameter of the rear sleeve post. The rear end of the elastic band is sleeved on the rear sleeve post and is difficult to slip off the rear sleeve post under the action of the rear anti-detachment protrusion.

[0010] Preferably, the upper part of the channel is provided with a through passage, and the rubber band is inserted through the through passage.

[0011] Preferably, both the front and rear sides of the cavity are hollowed out.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom outer diameter of the card compartment is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment, the card compartment is detachably connected to a card cover, the main outer diameter of the card cover is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment, the bottom outer diameter of the card cover is not larger than the bottom outer diameter of the card compartment, and when the bottom of the card cover is fastened to the bottom of the card compartment, the card cover can close the cavity.

[0013] Preferably, the push plate is connected to a pusher, the pusher has a connecting groove, and the rear end of the push plate is connected to the pusher by inserting into the connecting groove.

[0014] Preferably, the depth of the card dispensing hole is no greater than the thickness of N cards, so that each card dispensing hole can hold a maximum of N cards, where N is an integer ≥ 1; The number of cavities is one or more, and the number of card-dispensing holes is the same as the number of cavities.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This invention is applied to the distribution of cards. The card compartment stores the cards, and the channel allows the push plate to slide. The card is dispensed through the card dispensing hole of the push plate and then slides out to distribute the cards. This invention enables the device to be miniaturized and portable, and is suitable for interactive educational card games. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings are provided to further understand the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.

[0017] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the card dealer according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 The three-dimensional card storage according to the embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 ; Figure 3 The three-dimensional card storage according to the embodiment of this utility model Figure 2 ; Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 5 This is a front view of the card storage according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 6 This is a top view of the card storage according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Sectional view along the BB direction; Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the push plate according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 9 This is a side view of the push plate according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 10 This is a front view of the push plate according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the pusher according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the push plate and the pusher according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 13 This is a perspective view of the sign cover according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ; Figure 15This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ; Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 3 ; Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 4 ; Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 5 ; Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 6 ; Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 7 ; Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 8 ; Figure 22 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 9 ; Figure 23 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 10 ; Figure 24 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 10 one; Figure 25 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 10 two; Figure 26 This is a schematic diagram of the card dealer's usage state according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 10 three; Figure 27 The card dealer according to the embodiment of this utility model is a three-dimensional Figure 1 ; Figure 28 The card dealer according to the embodiment of this utility model is a three-dimensional Figure 2 ; Figure 29 The card dealer according to the embodiment of this utility model is a three-dimensional Figure 3 .

[0018] In the picture: 1. Cards; 2. Card compartment; 21. Receptacle; 211. Card release opening; 212. Card drop opening; 22. Channel; 221. Through channel; 23. Rear sleeve connector; 231. Rear sleeve post; 232. Rear anti-detachment protrusion; 3. Push plate; 31. Card dispensing hole; 32. Front sleeve connector; 321. Front sleeve post; 322. Front anti-detachment protrusion; 4. Rubber band; 5. Card cover; 6. Push handle; 61. Connecting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Various examples are provided by way of explanation of the present invention and not by way of limitation. In fact, those skilled in the art will recognize that modifications and variations can be made to the present invention without departing from the scope or spirit of the invention. For example, a feature shown or described as part of one embodiment may be used in another embodiment to produce yet another embodiment. Therefore, it is desirable that the present invention encompass such modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0020] It should be noted that, in order to clearly show the structural relationship of the internal key components of this utility model, some pipelines, lines, support brackets and other components of the actual product are omitted in the drawings. However, the specific design schemes of these omitted components are all easily implemented by those skilled in the art based on the technical solutions currently provided by this utility model and conventional design.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not require that this utility model be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. The terms "connected," "linked," and "set up" used in this utility model should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through intermediate components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0022] Example 1: like Figures 1-29 As shown, this utility model provides a card dealer for storing and distributing cards 1: The card dealer includes a card compartment 2 and a push plate 3; The card compartment 2 has a cavity 21 and a channel 22. The cavity 21 is used to store the cards 1. The upper end of the cavity 21 has a card placement opening 211, and the lower end of the cavity 21 has a card dropping opening 212. The channel 22 is located below the card dropping opening 212 and is connected to the card dropping opening 212. The push plate 3 is installed in the channel 22 and can slide back and forth along the extension direction of the channel 22. The push plate 3 is provided with a card dispensing hole 31 that matches the card drop opening 212. When the card dispensing hole 31 slides to the bottom of the card drop opening 212, the card 1 stored in the cavity 21 can slide from the card drop opening 212 to the card dispensing hole 31. At this time, the push plate 3 is pushed forward, and the card dispensing hole 31 will slide out from the card compartment 2 with the card 1, thereby dispensing the card 1.

[0023] In practice, card 1 can be first placed into cavity 21 from card slot 211 for storage. When push plate 3 slides in channel 22, causing card dispensing hole 31 to move directly below card drop slot 212, card 1 in cavity 21 slides from card drop slot 212 into card dispensing hole 31 under gravity. Then, push plate 3 is pushed forward, which can drive card 1 inside card dispensing hole 31 to slide out of card holder 2 along channel 22. When card dispensing hole 31 is completely separated from the support area below card holder 2, card 1 will slide from below card dispensing hole 31 onto table or other designated position, thus completing the single distribution of card 1.

[0024] More specifically, the push plate 3 can be combined with a reset mechanism such as an elastic connector, spring, or rubber band 4 to achieve automatic reset. Of course, an automatic reset mechanism can also be omitted, and the push plate 3 can be manually pushed to achieve reset. After each card 1 is distributed, the push plate 3 is manually pulled from front to back until the card dispensing hole 31 returns to the card drop opening 212. Then, the card 1 in the cavity 21 slides back into the card dispensing hole 31, and the push plate 3 can be pushed again to perform the next distribution.

[0025] Existing card-dispensing devices mostly rely on mechanical transmission components such as motors and card-pressing drive rollers, resulting in large device size, large space occupation, and the need for continuous power supply from the motor, which cannot meet the miniaturization and portability requirements of interactive puzzle card games. The card dispenser of this utility model only uses the mechanical structure of the card chamber 2 and the push plate 3, eliminating the need for motors, card-pressing drive rollers, and other components, which can significantly reduce the overall size of the device and reduce space occupation. At the same time, the entire card-dispensing process can be completed by manually pushing the push plate 3, without the need for additional energy supply, which perfectly meets the use requirements of miniaturization and portability in the context of interactive puzzle card games.

[0026] Firstly, the design reduces the use of easily damaged components such as motors and transmission wheels, lowering manufacturing costs, reducing the probability of malfunctions, and extending the device's lifespan. Secondly, it does not rely on electric drive, allowing for use in outdoor or mobile environments without power, enhancing the device's flexibility and applicability. Thirdly, its compact size makes it easy to carry and store, making it particularly suitable for educational card games in family interactions and outdoor team building activities.

[0027] Example 2: Furthermore, the outer diameter of the front end of the push plate 3 is larger than the inner diameter of the channel 22, so that the front end of the push plate 3 can abut against the outer edge of the channel 22 to ensure that the push plate 3 cannot continue to slide backward. When the front end of the push plate 3 abuts against the outer edge of the channel 22, the push plate 3 is in the initial position, and the card dispensing hole 31 is located directly below the card dropping opening 212. The card dispensing hole 31 is a through hole. When the card dispensing hole 31 carries the card 1 out of the card compartment 2, the card 1 will naturally fall to the table or other receiving surface due to gravity.

[0028] In practice, when it is necessary to align the card dispensing hole 31 with the card dropping opening 212, the push plate 3 is pulled backward. Since the outer diameter of the front end of the push plate 3 is larger than the inner diameter of the channel 22, the front end of the push plate 3 will be blocked by the outer edge of the channel 22 and cannot continue to move backward. At this time, the card dispensing hole 31 can be accurately aligned with the card dropping opening 212, and the card 1 in the cavity 21 can smoothly slide from the card dropping opening 212 into the card dispensing hole 31. This ensures the accuracy of the positioning of the card dispensing hole 31 and the card dropping opening 212 before each distribution, and avoids the card 1 from failing to fall into the card dispensing hole 31 due to excessive sliding of the push plate 3 or positional deviation.

[0029] To ensure that the card dispensing hole 31 is directly below the card dropping opening 212 during use, the following designs can be implemented: For example, limiting protrusions can be provided on both sides of the push plate 3, and limiting grooves can be provided at corresponding positions on the inner wall of the channel 22. When the push plate 3 slides backward until the card dispensing hole 31 aligns with the card dropping opening 212, the limiting protrusions will engage with the limiting grooves, restricting the push plate 3 from sliding further backward and thus positioning the card dispensing hole 31. Alternatively, a magnetic block can be embedded near the rear end of the push plate 3, and a magnetic block can also be embedded in the card compartment 2 at the corresponding positioning position of the push plate 3. When the push plate 3 slides backward until the card dispensing hole 31 aligns with the card dropping opening 212, the two magnetic blocks will attract each other, generating positioning resistance and preventing the push plate 3 from sliding further backward, while ensuring the accurate positioning of the card dispensing hole 31.

[0030] Example 3: Furthermore, an elastic connector is connected between the card holder 2 and the push plate 3. When the push plate 3 is pushed forward, the elastic potential energy of the elastic connector increases accordingly. When the pushing force applied to the push plate 3 is removed, the elastic connector releases its stored elastic potential energy to drive the push plate 3 to automatically reset to the initial position.

[0031] In practical implementation, the elastic connector can be made of various elastic materials such as springs, air bladders, rubber bands, and elastic bands. For example, a spring can be installed between the push plate 3 and the card compartment 2. The spring can be a compression spring or a tension spring. When a compression spring is used, it can be fixed between the rear of the push plate 3 and the rear side of the card compartment 2. When the push plate 3 is pushed forward, the compression spring is compressed and stores energy. When the push plate 3 is released, the compression spring returns to its original state, pushing the push plate 3 to automatically reset. If a tension spring is used, it can be fixed between the front of the push plate 3 and the front side of the card compartment 2. When the push plate 3 is pushed, the tension spring is stretched and stores energy. After release, the tension spring retracts, pulling the push plate 3 to automatically reset.

[0032] Example 4: Furthermore, the elastic connector includes a rubber band 4; The rear part of the card compartment 2 is provided with a rear sleeve joint 23, and the front part of the push plate 3 is provided with a front sleeve joint 32. The rear sleeve joint 23 and the front sleeve joint 32 are connected by a rubber band 4. When the front end of the push plate 3 abuts against the outer edge of the channel 22, the push plate 3 is in the initial position. When the push plate 3 is pushed forward, the distance between the front sleeve joint 32 and the rear sleeve joint 23 increases, and the rubber band 4 is stretched. At this time, after the pushing force on the push plate 3 is released, the push plate 3 automatically returns to the initial position under the tension of the rubber band 4.

[0033] In practice, initially, the front end of the push plate 3 abuts against the outer edge of the channel 22, the card dispensing hole 31 is located directly below the card drop opening 212, and the elastic band 4 is in its initial state (the initial state of the elastic band 4 is not a relaxed state, but slightly taut, to ensure that the push plate 3 can quickly rebound when released, and to ensure that the elastic band 4 will not easily fall off). At this time, the card 1 in the cavity 21 slides into the card dispensing hole 31, pushing the push plate 3 forward. The push plate 3 drives the front sleeve joint 32 to move forward, while the rear sleeve joint 23 remains fixed on the card compartment 2. The distance between the two gradually increases, and the elastic band 4 is stretched to generate greater elastic tension. When the push plate 3 pushes the card 1 until it slides out of the card dispensing hole 31 and completes the distribution, the push plate 3 is released. The elastic band 4 contracts under the action of elastic tension, pulling the front sleeve joint 32 and the push plate 3 backward until the front end of the push plate 3 abuts against the outer edge of the channel 22 again, returning to the initial position, ready for the next distribution.

[0034] The number of sleeves and elastic bands 4 can be flexibly set according to actual needs. One elastic band 4 can be fitted at the center of the push plate 3 and the card holder 2, or elastic bands 4 can be fitted on the left and right sides of the push plate 3 and the card holder 2 respectively. If a single elastic band 4 is used and positioned in the center, it ensures that the push plate 3 is evenly stressed during the reset process, preventing the push plate 3 from sliding and shifting within the channel 22 due to unilateral stress. If two elastic bands 4 are used, symmetrically positioned on the left and right sides respectively, it further enhances the reset pull, suitable for scenarios where the push plate 3 has a large mass. Furthermore, the length of the elastic band 4 can be specifically designed and selected according to the sliding stroke of the push plate 3, ensuring that when the push plate 3 is pushed to its foremost position, the stretch of the elastic band 4 is within its elastic limit, preventing the elastic band 4 from breaking due to excessive stretching and extending its service life.

[0035] The above design offers two advantages. First, the reset structure is simple, requiring only the rubber band 4 and the connector, reducing the overall complexity and manufacturing cost of the device. Furthermore, the lightweight rubber band 4 does not significantly increase the overall weight of the device, facilitating portability. Second, it is compatible with miniaturized designs; the rubber band 4 can be embedded inside the device, eliminating the need for a large installation space, thus meeting the miniaturization requirements of interactive puzzle card games.

[0036] Example 5: Furthermore, the front sleeve joint 32 includes a front sleeve post 321 and a front anti-detachment protrusion 322. The front sleeve post 321 is disposed between the front anti-detachment protrusion 322 and the main body of the push plate 3. The outer diameter of the front anti-detachment protrusion 322 is larger than the outer diameter of the front sleeve post 321. The front end of the rubber band 4 is sleeved on the front sleeve post 321 and is difficult to slip off the front sleeve post 321 under the action of the front anti-detachment protrusion 322. The rear sleeve connector 23 includes a rear sleeve post 231 and a rear anti-detachment protrusion 232. The rear sleeve post 231 is located between the rear anti-detachment protrusion 232 and the main body of the card compartment 2. The outer diameter of the rear anti-detachment protrusion 232 is larger than the outer diameter of the rear sleeve post 231. The rear end of the rubber band 4 is sleeved on the rear sleeve post 231 and is difficult to slip off the rear sleeve post 231 under the action of the rear anti-detachment protrusion 232.

[0037] In practice, when installing the elastic band 4, the front end of the elastic band 4 can be spread open and fitted onto the front sleeve post 321. Since the outer diameter of the front anti-detachment protrusion 322 is larger than the outer diameter of the front sleeve post 321, the front anti-detachment protrusion 322 will block the elastic band 4, preventing the elastic band 4 from slipping off the front sleeve post 321 during stretching or resetting. Similarly, the rear end of the elastic band 4 is fitted onto the rear sleeve post 231, and the rear anti-detachment protrusion 232 prevents the elastic band 4 from slipping off the rear sleeve post 231. During the pushing and resetting process of the push plate 3, the elastic band 4 remains stably fitted onto the front and rear sleeve posts, ensuring continuous transmission of tension and guaranteeing the normal sliding and resetting of the push plate 3.

[0038] When the card dealing device is large or the push plate 3 is heavy, multiple connecting posts can be set at the front and rear sockets respectively. Each connecting post is connected to a rubber band 4. Multiple rubber bands 4 provide tension together to enhance the reset power. At the same time, multiple rubber bands 4 can distribute the force and prevent a single rubber band 4 from breaking due to excessive tension.

[0039] Example 6: Furthermore, the upper part of the channel 22 is provided with a through passage 221, and the rubber band 4 is inserted into the through passage 221.

[0040] In practice, during the pushing and resetting process of the push plate 3, the rubber band 4 stretches or contracts as the front sleeve joint 32 moves. Since the rubber band 4 is inserted into the insertion channel 221, the channel restricts its movement, ensuring it always moves along the extension direction of the channel. This prevents the rubber band 4 from deviating from its preset path and from becoming entangled or rubbing against other components of the device. Simultaneously, the insertion channel 221 isolates the rubber band 4 from the external environment, reducing contamination and wear from external dust and impurities. Furthermore, the rubber band 4 is concealed within the insertion channel 221, preventing it from being exposed and affecting the overall appearance of the device, thus making the device structure more regular.

[0041] Example 7: Furthermore, both the front and rear sides of the cavity 21 are hollowed out.

[0042] In practice, when placing a stack of cards 1 into the cavity 21, since the cavity 21 is hollowed out on the front and back sides, the user can observe the internal space of the cavity 21 from the front and back sides, which makes it easy to place the cards 1 and to know the number and arrangement of the cards 1. This is especially suitable when there is more than one cavity 21, so that the user can more easily adjust the position of the cards 1 and ensure that each stack of cards 1 is neat and orderly.

[0043] Furthermore, the perforated design helps adjust the angle and position of the cards 1, allowing the entire stack of cards 1 to be quickly and neatly placed into the cavity 21, preventing the cards 1 from being placed crookedly due to the side walls of the cavity 21 obstructing the view. During the distribution of cards 1, users can also observe the number of remaining cards 1 in the cavity 21 through the perforated area, replenishing cards 1 in a timely manner to ensure the continuity of the distribution process.

[0044] Example 8: Furthermore, the bottom outer diameter of the card compartment 2 is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment 2. The card compartment 2 is detachably connected to a card cover 5. The main outer diameter of the card cover 5 is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment 2. The bottom outer diameter of the card cover 5 is not larger than the bottom outer diameter of the card compartment 2. When the bottom of the card cover 5 is fastened to the bottom of the card compartment 2, the card cover 5 can close the cavity 21.

[0045] In practice, when storing cards 1 or when not using the device, the bottom of the card cover 5 can be aligned with the bottom of the card compartment 2 and fastened together. Since the outer diameter of the main body of the card cover 5 is larger than the outer diameter of the main body of the card compartment 2, the card cover 5 can completely cover the card opening 211 of the cavity 21 and the hollow area of ​​the cavity 21, sealing the cavity 21 and preventing dust and impurities from entering the cavity 21 and contaminating the cards 1, while also preventing the cards 1 inside the cavity 21 from falling out.

[0046] Depending on the specific design structure of the card dealer, the card cover 5 can also be designed in a specific way, such as an avoidance structure. The avoidance structure can be designed as a groove. The position and size of the groove match the position and shape of the front sleeve connector 32. When the card cover 5 is fastened to the card compartment 2, the front sleeve connector 32 can be fully or partially embedded in the groove, which avoids interference between the two and provides a certain degree of protection for the front sleeve connector 32.

[0047] During the card distribution process, if it is necessary to fix the card compartment 2, the card cover 5 can be pressed down (at this time, the card cover 5 can be used as a gripping part) to prevent the card compartment 2 from shifting when the push plate 3 is pushed.

[0048] The cover 5 can also be made of transparent material, so that users can observe the contents of the card 1 inside when the cover 5 is fastened.

[0049] Example 9: Furthermore, the push plate 3 is connected to the push handle 6, and the push handle 6 is provided with a connecting groove 61. The rear end of the push plate 3 is connected to the push handle 6 by inserting into the connecting groove 61.

[0050] In practice, when the user pushes the push plate 3, they can apply force by holding the pusher 6. The force is transmitted to the push plate 3 through the pusher 6, causing the push plate 3 to slide within the channel 22. Since the rear end of the push plate 3 is inserted into the connecting slot 61 of the pusher 6, the two are tightly connected, ensuring stable force transmission and preventing the push plate 3 from separating from the pusher 6 during the application of force. During the reset process of the push plate 3, the elastic band 4 pulls the push plate 3 backward, causing the push plate 3 to reset along with the pusher 6, ensuring that the user can directly hold the pusher 6 to operate it the next time it is pushed.

[0051] More specifically, the push handle 6 can be designed in an arc shape to fit the curvature of human fingers, making it easy to grip with the fingertips. At the same time, the push handle 6 can be set at a certain height to avoid friction between the user's fingers and the table when applying force, thus improving operating comfort. The surface of the push handle 6 can also be frosted or covered with soft materials (such as silicone) to increase the friction between the fingers and the push handle 6, prevent the fingers from slipping when applying force, and reduce finger fatigue caused by prolonged use.

[0052] Based on the insertion of the rear end of the push plate 3 into the connecting groove 61, if both the push plate 3 and the pusher 6 are made of plastic, they can be bonded together using high-strength plastic adhesive to fix the rear end of the push plate 3 to the inner wall of the connecting groove 61; if both the push plate 3 and the pusher 6 are made of metal, they can be welded together to fix the rear end of the push plate 3 to the inner wall of the connecting groove 61 to ensure connection strength, which is suitable for scenarios with large forces.

[0053] Example 10: Furthermore, the depth of the card-dispensing hole is no greater than the thickness of N cards, so that each card-dispensing hole can hold a maximum of N cards, where N is an integer ≥ 1; The number of cavities 21 is one or more, and the number of card-dispensing holes 31 is the same as the number of cavities 21.

[0054] In practice, when the depth of the card-dispensing hole 31 is no greater than the thickness of the card 1, it ensures that only one card 1 can fall into the card-dispensing hole 31 at a time, avoiding the stacking of multiple cards 1 in the card-dispensing hole 31 and causing distribution chaos. During the pushing process of the push plate 3, the card-dispensing hole 31 slides out carrying a single card 1, realizing card-by-card distribution. If the game rules require the distribution of multiple cards 1 at a time, the depth of the card-dispensing hole 31 and the thickness of the card 1 can be adjusted. For example, the depth of the card-dispensing hole 31 can be made equal to the total thickness of multiple cards 1. At this time, the card-dispensing hole 31 can accommodate multiple cards 1, and pushing the push plate 3 can realize the simultaneous distribution of multiple cards 1.

[0055] More specifically, the edge of card 1 can be slightly curved, and the shape of cavity 21 is designed to match card 1 and also has a curve, so as to prevent card 1 from being stuck by sharp edges when it falls into cavity 21 or slides in card dispensing hole 31.

[0056] When there is one cavity 21, there is one corresponding card dispensing hole 31. By adjusting the depth of the card dispensing hole 31 and the thickness of the card 1, one or more cards 1 can be dispensed. When there are two or three cavities 21, there are two or three corresponding card dispensing holes 31. Each cavity 21 can independently store a card 1, and each card dispensing hole 31 corresponds to a card drop opening 212 of a cavity 21. During dispensing, the cards 1 in each cavity 21 fall into the corresponding card dispensing hole 31. Pushing the push plate 3 can simultaneously dispense a number of cards 1 corresponding to multiple cavities 21. For example, two cavities 21 can dispense two cards 1 at the same time, and three cavities 21 can dispense three cards 1 at the same time.

[0057] Taking the simultaneous distribution of two cards (card 1) as an example: this card dealer can be used for dealing cards in various common types of two-player interactive puzzle card games. It can distribute two random cards (card 1) at a time, with each player receiving cards and then competing according to the rules. For example, a competition could be held to see who can spell out the required shape the fastest, or who can spell out the corresponding word on their own cardboard the fastest.

[0058] When using the card dealer of this utility model, the following operations can be performed (taking two cavities 21 as an example): Step 1 (e.g.) Figures 14-16 As shown): A random number of cards 1 are placed into the left and right cavities 21 of the card holder 2. Since the push plate 3 has two card dispensing holes 31 that match the card dropping openings 212 of the cavity 21, and the push plate 3 is in the initial position (the front end of the push plate 3 touches the outer edge of the channel 22, and the card dispensing holes 31 are aligned with the card dropping openings 212), the two bottom cards 1 in the two cavities 21 will naturally fall into the corresponding card dispensing holes 31 under the action of gravity, and will be supported by the bottom of the channel 22 of the card holder 2 to prevent the cards 1 from slipping out prematurely.

[0059] Step Two (e.g.) Figure 17 As shown): The bottom of the card cover 5 is fastened to the bottom of the card compartment 2. The card cover 5 seals the two cavities 21 to prevent dust from entering or the card 1 from falling out.

[0060] Step 3 (e.g.) Figures 21-22 (As shown): Press the card cover 5 with your palm to fix the card compartment 2, and use your four fingers (little finger, ring finger, middle finger, and index finger) to firmly grip the pusher 6 and push forward. Under the action of the pushing force, the pusher plate 3 drives the two card holes 31 and the cards 1 inside to slide forward along the groove 22 of the card compartment 2. During this process, the rubber band 4 connecting the front sleeve joint 32 of the pusher plate 3 and the rear sleeve joint 23 of the card compartment 2 is stretched and gradually accumulates force.

[0061] Step Four (e.g.) Figures 18-19 (As shown in 23): Continue pushing the pusher 6 until the pusher plate 3 and the pusher 6 move to the front end. At this time, the two card holes 31 are completely detached from the support at the bottom of the channel 22, and the two cards 1 inside fall from below the card holes 31 onto the table, completing the distribution of the cards 1.

[0062] Step 5 (e.g.) Figure 24 As shown): Slowly release the force applied to the pusher 6, the stretched rubber band 4 contracts under the action of tension, pulling the push plate 3 and the pusher 6 to slide back to their original positions.

[0063] Step Six (as shown) Figure 20 , 25 (As shown in ~26): After the push plate 3 is fully reset (the front end touches the outer edge of the channel 22 again), the remaining cards 1 in the two cavities 21 fall down under the action of gravity. The two cards 1 at the bottom fall into the two card holes 31 of the push plate 3 again, completing a complete card dealing process. The player can take away the two cards 1 in front, and the card dealer enters the preparation state for the next distribution.

[0064] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or 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 card dealer for storing and distributing cards (1), characterized in that: The card dealer includes a card compartment (2) and a push plate (3); The card holder (2) is provided with a cavity (21) and a channel (22). The cavity (21) is used to store the cards (1). The upper end of the cavity (21) is provided with a card placement opening (211), and the lower end of the cavity (21) is provided with a card dropping opening (212). The channel (22) is located below the card dropping opening (212) and communicates with the card dropping opening (212). The push plate (3) is inserted into the channel (22) and can slide back and forth along the extension direction of the channel (22). The push plate (3) is provided with a card dispensing hole (31) that matches the card drop opening (212). When the card dispensing hole (31) slides to the card drop opening (212) directly below, the card (1) stored in the cavity (21) can slide from the card drop opening (212) to the card dispensing hole (31). At this time, the push plate (3) is pushed forward, and the card dispensing hole (31) will carry the card (1) out of the card compartment (2).

2. The card dealer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer diameter of the front end of the push plate (3) is larger than the inner diameter of the channel (22) so that the front end of the push plate (3) can abut against the outer edge of the channel (22) to ensure that the push plate (3) cannot continue to slide backward. When the front end of the push plate (3) abuts against the outer edge of the channel (22), the push plate (3) is in the initial position and the card dispensing hole (31) is located directly below the card dropping opening (212). The card dispensing hole (31) is a through hole. When the card dispensing hole (31) carries the card (1) out of the card holder (2), the card (1) falls naturally to the table or other receiving surface due to gravity.

3. The card dealer according to claim 2, characterized in that: An elastic connector is connected between the card holder (2) and the push plate (3). When the push plate (3) is pushed forward, the elastic potential energy of the elastic connector increases accordingly. When the pushing force applied to the push plate (3) is removed, the elastic connector releases its stored elastic potential energy to drive the push plate (3) to automatically reset to the initial position.

4. The card dealer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The elastic connector includes a rubber band (4); The rear part of the card holder (2) is provided with a rear sleeve joint (23), and the front part of the push plate (3) is provided with a front sleeve joint (32). The rear sleeve joint (23) and the front sleeve joint (32) are connected by the rubber band (4). When the push plate (3) is pushed forward, the distance between the front sleeve joint (32) and the rear sleeve joint (23) increases, and the rubber band (4) is stretched. When the pushing force on the push plate (3) is released, the push plate (3) automatically returns to its initial position under the tension of the rubber band (4).

5. The card dealer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The front sleeve connector (32) includes a front sleeve post (321) and a front anti-detachment protrusion (322). The front sleeve post (321) is disposed between the front anti-detachment protrusion (322) and the main body of the push plate (3). The outer diameter of the front anti-detachment protrusion (322) is larger than the outer diameter of the front sleeve post (321). The front end of the rubber band (4) is sleeved on the front sleeve post (321) and is difficult to slip off the front sleeve post (321) under the action of the front anti-detachment protrusion (322). The rear sleeve connector (23) includes a rear sleeve post (231) and a rear anti-detachment protrusion (232). The rear sleeve post (231) is disposed between the rear anti-detachment protrusion (232) and the main body of the card holder (2). The outer diameter of the rear anti-detachment protrusion (232) is larger than the outer diameter of the rear sleeve post (231). The rear end of the rubber band (4) is sleeved on the rear sleeve post (231) and is difficult to slip off the rear sleeve post (231) under the action of the rear anti-detachment protrusion (232).

6. The card dealer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The upper part of the channel (22) is provided with a through passage (221), and the rubber band (4) is inserted into the through passage (221).

7. The card dealer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cavity (21) is hollowed out on both the front and back sides.

8. The card dealer according to claim 7, characterized in that: The bottom outer diameter of the card compartment (2) is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment (2). The card compartment (2) is detachably connected to a card cover (5). The main outer diameter of the card cover (5) is larger than the main outer diameter of the card compartment (2). The bottom outer diameter of the card cover (5) is not larger than the bottom outer diameter of the card compartment (2). When the bottom of the card cover (5) is fastened to the bottom of the card compartment (2), the card cover (5) can close the cavity (21).

9. The card dealer according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The push plate (3) is connected to the pusher (6), the pusher (6) is provided with a connecting groove (61), and the rear end of the push plate (3) is connected to the pusher (6) by inserting into the connecting groove (61).

10. The card dealer according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The depth of the card-dispensing hole (31) is no greater than the thickness of N cards (1), so that each card-dispensing hole (31) can hold a maximum of N cards (1), where N is an integer ≥ 1; The number of the cavities (21) is one or more, and the number of the card-dispensing holes (31) is the same as the number of the cavities (21).

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