Code scanning unlocking express delivery cabinet

Abstract

A code scanning unlocking express delivery cabinet, comprising a cabinet body (1). A plurality of storage compartments (2) are arranged on the cabinet body (1); a product storage door (3) and a product retrieval door (4) which are hingedly connected to the storage compartments (2) are arranged on the front and back surfaces of the storage compartments (2), respectively; an intelligent lock (5) is arranged on one side of the storage compartments (2); a product storage display screen (6) and a product retrieval display screen (7) are arranged on the front and back of the cabinet body (1), respectively; and a controller (8) is further arranged on the cabinet body (1), and the controller (8) is electrically connected to the intelligent lock (5), the product storage display screen (6), and the product retrieval display screen (7).

Description

A way to scan a code to unlock a courier box Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of takeout technology, and specifically to a method of unlocking an express box by scanning a code. Background Art

[0002] Takeout boxes are thermally insulated containers used for food delivery. They are typically lightweight, portable, thermally resilient, durable, safe, and easily attached to delivery vehicles. There are various types of thermal boxes available on the market, including insulation cotton, EPP insulation material, plastic, and extruded board, but the quality varies greatly.

[0003] Currently, food delivery drivers typically place prepared food directly into a delivery box. Upon delivery, they remove the food from the box and deliver it to the customer or a designated location. During the food delivery process, the food remains in the box, allowing the driver to take it out and put it back.

[0004] The following situations have emerged in the food delivery industry: 1) A small number of food delivery riders have retaliated against customers due to bad reviews from customers, such as spitting into food delivery boxes; 2) A small number of businesses have retaliated against customers due to bad reviews from customers; 3) Private products purchased by customers need to be kept confidential between the customers and the food they purchased.

[0005] Therefore, in order to solve the above problems, a new method of scanning code to unlock the takeaway box is urgently needed. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution provided by the present invention is: a scan code to unlock express box, including a box body, a plurality of storage cabinets are provided on the box body, and the front and back of the storage cabinets are respectively provided with storage doors and pickup doors hingedly connected to them. A smart lock is provided on one side of the storage cabinet, and the front and back of the box body are respectively provided with inventory display screens and pickup display screens. A controller is also provided on the box body, and the controller is electrically connected to the smart lock, inventory display screen, and pickup display screen.

[0007] Furthermore, a detection sensor is provided on the top of the storage cabinet, and the detection sensor is used to detect whether there are goods placed in the storage cabinet, and the detection sensor is electrically connected to the controller.

[0008] Furthermore, a heat preservation pad is provided at the bottom of the storage cabinet, and a heating device is provided in the heat preservation pad, which is electrically connected to the controller.

[0009] Furthermore, the inventory display screen and the pickup display screen are both provided with cameras, and the cameras are used to identify QR codes.

[0010] The advantages of the present invention over existing technologies are that it allows takeout to be placed in the storage cabinet using a QR code for storage and removed from the cabinet using a QR code for retrieval. The takeout in the cabinet cannot be accessed during delivery, effectively preventing it from being opened and removed by a third party during delivery, thus ensuring the safety of the takeout food. The present invention further ensures the safe storage of takeout by providing a storage door and a retrieval door at the front and rear of the cabinet, resulting in a simple and ingenious design, high security, and strong practicality. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] FIG1 is a structural diagram of a code scanning and unlocking express box according to the present invention.

[0012] FIG2 is a second structural diagram of a code scanning and unlocking express box according to the present invention.

[0013] FIG3 is a schematic structural diagram of a storage cabinet in an express box for unlocking by scanning a code according to the present invention.

[0014] FIG4 is a circuit block diagram of a method for unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to the present invention.

[0015] As shown in the figure: 1. Box body, 1.1. Pulley, 1.2. Handle, 2. Storage cabinet, 3. Inventory door, 4. Inventory door, 5. Smart lock, 6. Inventory display screen, 7. Pickup display screen, 8. Controller, 9. Detection sensor, 10. Insulation pad. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0016] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0017] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that if the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc. appear, the orientation or position relationship indicated is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or position relationship in which the product of the invention is usually placed when in use. It is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0018] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "overhanging" does not necessarily imply that the component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.

[0019] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, "a plurality of" means at least two.

[0020] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0021] Example 1:

[0022] In conjunction with Figures 1 to 4, a scan code unlock express box includes a box body 1, and several storage cabinets 2 are provided on the box body 1. The front and back of the storage cabinets 2 are respectively provided with a storage door 3 and a pickup door 4 hingedly connected to them. A smart lock 5 is provided on one side of the storage cabinet 2, and the front and back of the box body 1 are respectively provided with a storage display screen 6 and a pickup display screen 7. A controller 8 is also provided on the box body 1, and the controller 8 is electrically connected to the smart lock 5, the storage display screen 6, and the pickup display screen 7.

[0023] In a preferred embodiment of this embodiment, a detection sensor 9 is installed at the top of the storage cabinet 2. This sensor is used to detect whether goods are placed in the cabinet and is electrically connected to the controller 8. This detection sensor uses an ultrasonic sensor for detection and identification. An insulation mat 10 is installed at the bottom of the storage cabinet 2. This insulation mat 10 contains a heating device and is electrically connected to the controller 8. This heating device uses a heating resistor, and the upper end of the insulation mat features a non-slip design to prevent takeout items from slipping and tipping during delivery.

[0024] A preferred implementation of this embodiment is that both the inventory display screen 6 and the pickup display screen 7 are provided with cameras, and the cameras are used to recognize QR codes.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment of this embodiment, the storage cabinets 2 are arranged in an array, with a 1:2 ratio corresponding to the smart locks 5. The box body 1 is provided with a plurality of universal pulleys 1.1 at the four corners of the bottom, and a handle 1.2 is provided at the top. The box body 1 is made of heat-insulating material.

[0026] The present invention, when implemented, comprises the following steps:

[0027] 1) Preparation Phase: After receiving a food delivery order, the merchant terminal obtains the recipient but not the delivery address. The food delivery platform generates delivery information based on the food delivery order. This information is then sent to the food delivery rider via the food delivery platform. The rider obtains the delivery address, generates a storage QR code based on the order information and the rider's information, and sends this QR code to the merchant.

[0028] 2) Storage stage: After the merchant recognizes the storage QR code through the inventory display screen on the takeout box, the controller controls the opening of one of the storage cabinets according to the storage QR code information. After the merchant places the takeout into the storage cabinet through the storage door, a meal pickup QR code is generated and sent to the customer;

[0029] 3) Pick-up stage: After the takeaway rider delivers the takeaway to the delivery address, the customer identifies the takeaway QR code through the pickup display screen on the takeaway box. The controller controls the pickup door of the storage cabinet to open and the customer takes out the takeaway.

[0030] When using the above method to pick up food, the merchant only receives the customer code and meal information, but not the customer's detailed address and phone number; the delivery rider only receives the restaurant location information, customer location information, and the customer's virtual phone number, but not the customer's order content, detailed address, and real phone number. This protects the customer's privacy and avoids telephone harassment and door-to-door harassment.

[0031] The present invention and its embodiments are described above. This description is not restrictive. The drawings show only one embodiment of the present invention, and the actual structure is not limited thereto. In short, if a person skilled in the art is inspired by this and, without departing from the purpose of the present invention, designs structures and embodiments similar to this technical solution without inventiveness, they shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code, characterized in that: It includes a box body, on which are arranged several storage cabinets, the front and back sides of the storage cabinets are respectively provided with storage doors and pickup doors hingedly connected thereto, a smart lock is arranged on one side of the storage cabinet, the front and back sides of the box body are respectively provided with storage display screens and pickup display screens, and the box body is also provided with a controller, which is electrically connected to the smart lock, storage display screen and pickup display screen.

2. The method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to claim 1, characterized in that: A detection sensor is arranged on the top of the storage cabinet. The detection sensor is used to detect whether goods are placed in the storage cabinet and is electrically connected to the controller.

3. The method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to claim 2, characterized in that: A heat preservation pad is arranged at the bottom of the storage cabinet, and a heating device is arranged inside the heat preservation pad and is electrically connected to the controller.

4. The method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inventory display screen and the pickup display screen are both provided with cameras, and the cameras are used to identify the QR code.

5. The method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to claim 4, characterized in that: The storage cabinets are multiple and arranged in an array, and are arranged in a 1:2 ratio with the smart locks.

6. The method of unlocking a courier box by scanning a code according to claim 5, characterized in that: A plurality of universal pulleys are arranged at the four corners of the bottom of the box body, a handle is arranged on the top thereof, and the box body is made of heat-insulating material.

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