Claw machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of doll grabbing machines, comprising: cabinet, carousel mechanism and grabbing mechanism;Cabinet is provided with controller;Carousel mechanism includes rotary disc, pointer and drive assembly, rotary disc is rotatably arranged on the inner wall of cabinet, pointer is arranged along the radial direction of rotary disc, along horizontal direction, pointer is arranged in the front of rotary disc, drive assembly drives rotary disc to rotate, controller is electrically connected with drive assembly;Grabbing mechanism is arranged on cabinet, including remote controller and manipulator.Rotary disc is circumferentially divided into multiple regions, each region has corresponding reward times, rotary disc is driven by drive assembly to rotate, when player presses stop, pointer randomly stays on any one region on rotary disc, player will obtain the grabbing times shown in the region, it can be once or multiple times, increase the interestingness of doll grabbing machine, stimulate the willingness of player to repeat attempt.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of gaming equipment technology, and in particular to a claw machine. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most claw machines on the market use a fixed number of grabbing opportunities. Players insert coins to get a fixed number of chances to grab the plush toy, and then use a remote-controlled robotic arm to grab the plush toy. The gameplay is relatively simple, lacking variability and interactivity, resulting in insufficient player participation and immersion, and making it difficult to effectively stimulate players' willingness to play repeatedly. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a claw machine that randomly obtains one or more chances to grab prizes through a spinning wheel, thereby increasing the fun of the game and stimulating players' willingness to play repeatedly.

[0004] A claw machine according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a machine housing, a turntable mechanism, and a grasping mechanism; the machine housing is equipped with a controller; the turntable mechanism includes a rotating disk, a pointer, and a drive assembly, the rotating disk is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the machine housing, the pointer is arranged radially along the rotating disk and horizontally, the pointer is positioned in front of the rotating disk, the drive assembly drives the rotating disk to rotate, and the controller is electrically connected to the drive assembly; the grasping mechanism is mounted on the machine housing and includes a remote controller and a robotic arm, the remote controller and the robotic arm are respectively electrically connected to the controller, and the remote controller is used to remotely control the movement of the robotic arm.

[0005] In some embodiments of this utility model, the rotating disk is provided with a disc, the chassis is provided with a counting module, the disc is coaxially arranged with the rotating disk, the disc moves synchronously with the rotating disk, and the disc can trigger the counting module.

[0006] In some embodiments of this utility model, the counting module includes a first sensor and a second sensor, the first sensor and the second sensor being arranged radially along the rotating disk, and the driving component driving the rotating disk to rotate to trigger the first sensor and the second sensor.

[0007] In some embodiments of this utility model, the outer edge of the disk protrudes outward to form multiple first trigger plates, which are arranged at equal intervals along the circumference of the disk. The first trigger plates are arranged radially, and when the disk rotates, the multiple first trigger plates trigger the first sensor in sequence.

[0008] In some embodiments of this utility model, a plate is provided on the end face of the disk, and one end of the plate is bent to form a second trigger plate. The second trigger plate is provided in correspondence with any one of the first trigger plates. When the disk rotates, the first trigger plate periodically triggers the second sensor.

[0009] In some embodiments of this utility model, the chassis is provided with a mounting bracket, which is arranged along the axial direction of the rotating disk, and the first sensor and the second sensor are sequentially arranged on the mounting bracket along the axial direction of the rotating disk.

[0010] In some embodiments of this utility model, the driving assembly includes a motor and a transmission component, and the motor drives the rotating disk to rotate through the transmission component.

[0011] In some embodiments of this utility model, the transmission component includes a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt. The first synchronous pulley is coaxially arranged with the rotating disk, the motor drives the second synchronous pulley to rotate, and both the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley mesh with the synchronous belt.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the claw machine of this utility model embodiment has the following advantages: the rotating disk is divided into multiple areas along the circumference, and each area has a corresponding number of reward attempts. The rotating disk is driven to rotate by the drive component. When the player presses stop, the pointer randomly stops on any area of ​​the rotating disk. The player will receive the number of attempts displayed in that area, which can be one or more, increasing the fun of the claw machine and stimulating the player's willingness to try repeatedly. Furthermore, by adjusting the size of each area on the rotating disk and setting different probability distributions, operation control can be achieved. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a front view of the claw machine implemented according to this utility model; Figure 2 This is a rear view of the claw machine according to the present invention; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0014] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: Chassis 100; pointer 210; rotating disk 221; disc 222; first trigger plate 223; plate body 224; second trigger plate 225; first sensor 226; second sensor 227; mounting plate 228; motor 231; second synchronous pulley 232; synchronous belt 233; first synchronous pulley 234. Detailed Implementation

[0015] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit its scope.

[0016] Reference Figure 1 The claw machine of this utility model embodiment includes: a machine housing 100, a turntable mechanism, and a grasping mechanism; the machine housing 100 is equipped with a controller (not shown in the figure); the turntable mechanism includes a rotating disk 221, a pointer 210, and a drive assembly. The rotating disk 221 is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the machine housing 100. The pointer 210 is arranged radially along the rotating disk 221. In the horizontal direction, the pointer 210 is positioned in front of the rotating disk 221. The drive assembly drives the rotating disk 221 to rotate. The controller is electrically connected to the drive assembly; the grasping mechanism (not shown in the figure) is mounted on the machine housing 100 and includes a remote controller and a robotic arm. The remote controller and the robotic arm are electrically connected to the controller, and the remote controller is used to remotely control the movement of the robotic arm.

[0017] The rotating disk 221 is divided into multiple circumferential zones, each with a set number of reward attempts. Driven by a drive component, the disk 221 rotates. When the player presses the stop button, the pointer 210 randomly stops at any zone on the disk 221. The player receives the number of attempts displayed for that zone, which can be one or more, increasing the fun of the claw machine and encouraging repeated attempts. Furthermore, the size of each zone on the disk 221 can be adjusted to set different probability distributions, allowing for operational control. It should be noted that the remote control and robotic arm are existing conventional technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0018] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 It is understandable that the rotating disk 221 is equipped with a disc 222, and the chassis 100 is equipped with a counting module. The disc 222 is coaxially arranged with the rotating disk 221, and the disc 222 moves synchronously with the rotating disk 221. The disc 222 can trigger the counting module. When the drive component drives the rotating disk 221 to rotate, the disc 222 rotates synchronously with the rotating disk 221. The disc 222 triggers the counting module to monitor the rotation of the rotating disk 221. When the rotating disk 221 stops rotating, by monitoring the rotation of the rotating disk 221, the area where the pointer 210 stops can be accurately determined, so that the number of times the reward player can grab is consistent with the number of times displayed on the rotating disk 221 in that area.

[0019] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3Specifically, the counting module includes a first sensor 226 and a second sensor 227, which are radially arranged along the rotating disk 221. The driving component drives the rotating disk 221 to rotate, triggering the first sensor 226 and the second sensor 227. Each reward area on the rotating disk 221 is a fan-shaped area. When the rotating disk 221 rotates a certain angle, the first sensor 226 is triggered. By recording the number of times the first sensor 226 is triggered, the controller can determine the rotation angle travel of the rotating disk 221. When the rotating disk 221 stops rotating, the pointer 210 can be determined from the rotation angle travel of the rotating disk 221. For example, the rotating disk 221 is divided into six equal fan-shaped reward areas. The central angle of each fan-shaped reward area is 60 degrees. If the rotating disk 221 rotates 110 degrees clockwise and then stops, 110 degrees is greater than the angle of the central angle of one fan-shaped reward area but less than the angle of the central angle of two fan-shaped reward areas. Therefore, it can be determined that the pointer 210 is currently positioned on the second fan-shaped reward area clockwise, and the number of rewards the player has received can be determined at this point. Each rotation of the rotating disk 221 triggers the second sensor 227. When the second sensor 227 is triggered, it indicates that the rotating disk 221 has completed one rotation. At this time, the trigger count of the first sensor 226 in the controller is reset to zero, and the count is restarted to improve detection accuracy and avoid calculation errors.

[0020] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 It is understood that the outer edge of the disc 222 protrudes outward to form multiple first trigger plates 223. These first trigger plates 223 are arranged at equal intervals along the circumference of the disc 222 and radially. When the disc 222 rotates, the multiple first trigger plates 223 sequentially trigger the first sensor 226. When the rotating disk 221 rotates, the multiple first trigger plates 223 sequentially pass through the first sensor 226. When a first trigger plate 223 passes through the first sensor 226, it triggers the first sensor 226. The controller records the number of triggers, thereby determining the reward area where the pointer 210 is located.

[0021] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3It is understood that a plate 224 is provided on the end face of the disc 222, and one end of the plate 224 is bent to form a second trigger plate 225. The second trigger plate 225 is correspondingly set with any one of the first trigger plates 223. When the disc 222 rotates, the first trigger plate 223 periodically triggers the second sensor 227. The second trigger plate 225 rotates with the disc 222. When the second trigger plate 225 passes through the second sensor 227, it triggers the second sensor 227. At this time, the trigger count of the first sensor 226 in the controller is reset to zero. The second trigger plate 225 is correspondingly set with any one of the first trigger plates 223, so that when the second trigger plate 225 triggers the second sensor 227, the first trigger plate 223 simultaneously triggers the first sensor 226, reducing errors and ensuring calculation accuracy.

[0022] Reference Figure 3 It is understood that the chassis 100 is provided with a mounting bracket 228, which is arranged along the axial direction of the rotating disk 221. The first sensor 226 and the second sensor 227 are sequentially arranged on the mounting bracket 228 along the axial direction of the rotating disk 221. By sequentially arranging the first sensor 226 and the second sensor 227 along the axial direction of the rotating disk 221, the first trigger plate 223 and the second trigger plate 225 can simultaneously trigger the first sensor 226 and the second sensor 227 when they pass by, making the structure of the first sensor 226 and the second sensor 227 compact and saving space.

[0023] Reference Figure 2 It is understood that the drive assembly includes a motor 231 and a transmission component. The motor 231 drives the rotating disk 221 to rotate through the transmission component. Specifically, the transmission component includes a first synchronous pulley 234, a second synchronous pulley 232, and a synchronous belt 233. The first synchronous pulley 234 is coaxially arranged with the rotating disk 221. The motor 231 drives the second synchronous pulley 232 to rotate. Both the first and second synchronous pulleys 234 and 232 mesh with the synchronous belt 233. The motor 231 drives the second synchronous pulley 232 to rotate, and the second synchronous pulley 232 drives the first synchronous pulley 234 to rotate through the synchronous belt 233. The first synchronous pulley 234 then drives the rotating disk 221 to rotate, achieving fast and efficient transmission from the motor 231 to the rotating disk 221.

[0024] The rotating disk 221 is divided into multiple areas along its circumference, each with a corresponding number of reward attempts. The rotating disk 221 is driven to rotate by a drive component. When the player presses the stop button, the pointer 210 randomly stops on any area of ​​the rotating disk 221. The player will receive the number of attempts displayed in that area, which can be one or more, increasing the fun of the claw machine and encouraging players to try repeatedly. Furthermore, by adjusting the size of each area on the rotating disk 221, different probability distributions can be set to achieve operational control.

[0025] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. It should be noted that, for those skilled in the art, several improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the counting principle of this utility model, and these improvements and substitutions should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A claw machine, characterized in that, Including: The chassis contains a controller; A turntable mechanism includes a rotating disk, a pointer, and a drive assembly. The rotating disk is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the chassis. The pointer is arranged radially along the rotating disk and horizontally in front of the rotating disk. The drive assembly drives the rotating disk to rotate. The controller is electrically connected to the drive assembly. A gripping mechanism, mounted on the chassis, includes a remote controller and a robotic arm. The remote controller and the robotic arm are electrically connected to the controller, and the remote controller is used to remotely control the movement of the robotic arm.

2. The claw machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating disk is equipped with a disc, and the chassis is equipped with a counting module. The disc and the rotating disk are coaxially arranged and move synchronously. The disc can trigger the counting module.

3. The claw machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The counting module includes a first sensor and a second sensor, which are arranged radially along the rotating disk. The driving component drives the rotating disk to rotate to trigger the first sensor and the second sensor.

4. The claw machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The outer edge of the disk protrudes outward to form multiple first trigger plates, which are arranged at equal intervals along the circumference of the disk. The first trigger plates are arranged radially, and when the disk rotates, the multiple first trigger plates trigger the first sensor in sequence.

5. The claw machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The disk has a plate on its end face, and one end of the plate is bent to form a second trigger plate. The second trigger plate is arranged in correspondence with any one of the first trigger plates. When the disk rotates, the first trigger plate periodically triggers the second sensor.

6. The claw machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The chassis is provided with a mounting bracket, which is arranged along the axial direction of the rotating disk. The first sensor and the second sensor are sequentially arranged on the mounting bracket along the axial direction of the rotating disk.

7. The claw machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a motor and a transmission component, and the motor drives the rotating disk to rotate through the transmission component.

8. The claw machine according to claim 7, characterized in that, The transmission component includes a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a synchronous belt. The first synchronous pulley is coaxially arranged with the rotating disk. The motor drives the second synchronous pulley to rotate. Both the first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley mesh with the synchronous belt.

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