Chip cartridge
The chip cartridge improves efficiency and security by using a body portion with parallel slots and a cover portion, along with a handle and security seal, addressing the inefficiencies and damage issues of conventional dispensers.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CLONIX
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-11
AI Technical Summary
Conventional chip dispensers suffer from reduced work efficiency, increased labor and time consumption, and chip damage during dispensing due to horizontal movement, leading to higher maintenance costs.
A chip cartridge design featuring a body portion with parallel slots, a cover portion, and security seals, allowing for efficient chip storage and dispensing, with transparent materials for visibility and metal components for durability, along with a handle for easy handling and a security seal to prevent unauthorized access.
Enhances workability, reduces labor and time consumption, and minimizes chip damage, while ensuring secure and efficient chip dispensing.
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Abstract
Description
chip cartridge
[0001] The present disclosure relates to a mechanical device, its components, and related methods, and more specifically, to a chip cartridge and a chip processing device using the chip cartridge.
[0002] A device for dispensing chips or coins may be used in casino facilities, gaming establishments, or financial institutions.
[0003] In the case of a conventional chip dispenser, it may include a structure (a type of chip storage container) in which a plurality of tubular cylinders having internal receiving spaces are arranged side by side adjacent to each other, and chips can be discharged from the tubular cylinders while they are placed inside. However, since the tubular cylinders are configured to feed chips through openings at their ends, chips must be fed one by one according to type, which results in reduced work efficiency, increased working time, and increased costs.
[0004] Furthermore, conventional chip dispensers have the disadvantage that chips are easily damaged during the dispensing process. Chips made of materials such as plastic can be easily damaged by friction as they are moved horizontally through a designated channel. Chips, which can be converted into significantly high values depending on their type in places like casinos, can be manufactured with considerable precision. If chips are damaged, they need to be replaced periodically, which can lead to increased maintenance costs.
[0005] The technical problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide a chip cartridge that can significantly improve the workability of chip insertion and reduce labor and time consumption.
[0006] The technical problems of the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned technical problems will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.
[0007] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the problem described above, a chip cartridge is disclosed. The chip cartridge comprises: a body portion that forms the exterior of the chip cartridge and is provided with a receiving space for receiving a plurality of chips; and a cover portion coupled to the front of the body portion where the receiving space is provided, and preventing the plurality of chips from escaping from the receiving space; wherein the body portion may comprise: a plurality of slots arranged parallel to each other, each having a receiving space; an upper structure that forms the upper portion of the body portion and is coupled to one end of the plurality of slots; and a lower structure that forms the lower portion of the body portion, is coupled to the other end of the plurality of slots, and includes a chip discharge port for discharging the plurality of chips.
[0008] Additionally, the upper structure may include: an upper surface portion coupled to one end of the plurality of slots and covering the upper portion of the plurality of slots; a first structure coupled to the upper portion of the upper surface portion and fixing one end of a handle portion capable of being gripped by a user; a second structure coupled to the upper portion of the upper surface portion and fixing the other end of the handle portion; and a handle portion provided between the first structure and the second structure.
[0009] Additionally, the body portion may include: a first rod, one end of which is coupled to the second structure and the other end of which is coupled to the lower structure so as to form a predetermined gap with the front of the body portion; and at least one second rod, one end of which is coupled to the upper surface portion and the other end of which is coupled to the lower structure so as to form the predetermined gap with the front of the body portion.
[0010] In addition, the second structure has a first hole into which a security seal is inserted, and the cover part has a second hole into which the security seal is inserted, and when the body part and the cover part are combined, the security seal can pass through the second hole and be fastened to the first hole and the second hole.
[0011] In addition, the above cover portion may be formed of a transparent material.
[0012] Additionally, the body portion may include a rear structure in which the plurality of slots are formed; and the rear structure may include a plurality of curved members in which a curved portion corresponding to at least a portion of the shape of the chip is formed; and a plurality of connecting portions connecting the plurality of curved members.
[0013] In addition, the plurality of curved members and the plurality of connecting parts may be formed of a transparent material.
[0014] In addition, the plurality of curved members may be formed of a transparent material, and the plurality of connecting parts may be formed of a metal material.
[0015] Additionally, the plurality of curved members may include: the curved portion; and a coupling portion formed at one end and the other end of the curved portion, which is inserted into a connecting hole provided in each of the plurality of connecting portions in a sliding manner to combine the plurality of curved members and the connecting portions.
[0016] In addition, the curved surface may be provided with at least one guide line that guides the number of chips inserted into the plurality of slots.
[0017] The technical solutions obtainable in this disclosure are not limited to the solutions mentioned above, and other solutions not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which this disclosure belongs from the description below.
[0018] According to embodiments of the present invention, a chip cartridge can be implemented that can significantly improve the workability of chip insertion and reduce labor and time consumption.
[0019] The effects obtainable from the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.
[0020] Various aspects are now described with reference to the drawings, wherein similar reference numbers are used to collectively refer to similar components. In the following embodiments, for illustrative purposes, a number of specific details are presented to provide a comprehensive understanding of one or more aspects. However, it will be apparent that such aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details. In other examples, known structures and devices are illustrated in block diagram form to facilitate the description of one or more aspects.
[0021] FIG. 1 is a perspective view for illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0022] FIG. 2 is a front view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0023] FIG. 3 is a plan view for illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0024] FIG. 4 is a right side view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0025] FIG. 5 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0026] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining an example of a body part according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0027] FIG. 7 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a rear structure according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0028] FIG. 8 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a superstructure according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0029] FIG. 9 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a substructure according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0030] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0031] FIG. 11 is another drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0032] FIG. 12 is another drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0033] FIG. 13 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a security seal according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0034] FIG. 14 is a drawing illustrating a second structure for explaining an example of a security seal according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0035] FIG. 15 is a drawing for illustrating an example in which a security seal according to some embodiments of the present disclosure is combined.
[0036] FIG. 16 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a security seal according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0037] FIG. 17 is a drawing for illustrating a rear structure according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0038] FIG. 18 is another drawing for illustrating a rear structure according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0039] FIG. 19 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a guideline according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0040] FIG. 20 is a photograph of a chip processing device having a chip cartridge built in according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
[0041] Figure 21 is a photograph showing a state in which a chip cartridge is embedded inside a chip processing unit.
[0042] The present invention is susceptible to various modifications and may have various embodiments; specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in the detailed description. However, this is not intended to limit the invention to specific embodiments, and it should be understood that the invention includes all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions that fall within the spirit and scope of the invention. Similar reference numerals have been used for similar components in the description of each drawing.
[0043] Terms such as first, second, A, B, etc., may be used to describe various components, but said components should not be limited by said terms. These terms are used solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first component may be named the second component, and similarly, the second component may be named the first component. The term "and / or" includes a combination of a plurality of related described items or any of a plurality of related described items.
[0044] When it is stated that one component is "connected" or "connected" to another component, it should be understood that while it may be directly connected or connected to that other component, there may also be other components in between. On the other hand, when it is stated that one component is "directly connected" or "directly connected" to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.
[0045] The terms used in this application are used merely to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this application, terms such as "comprising" or "having" are intended to specify the presence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and should be understood as not precluding the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.
[0046] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and should not be interpreted in an ideal or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined in this application.
[0047] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is a front view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is a plan view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 4 is a right side view illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0048] Referring to FIGS. 1 through 4, the chip cartridge (1000) can be understood as a chip storage container, chip cassette, or chip dispenser for storing chips. The chips may be coin-shaped objects used in casino facilities or gaming establishments. In this specification, the term "chip" may be a general term encompassing chips, coins, etc. The chips may be objects inserted into the cartridge.
[0049] A chip cartridge (1000) may include a body portion forming an exterior and a cover portion covering the front of the body portion and preventing the chip from being separated from the body portion. The body portion may form the exterior of the chip cartridge. The body portion may be provided with a receiving space for accommodating a plurality of chips. The body portion may accommodate a plurality of chips in the receiving space through coupling with a cover portion provided on the front. Hereinafter, a chip cartridge according to the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 5 to 13.
[0050] FIG. 5 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a chip cartridge according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a body portion according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 7 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a rear structure according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 8 is a drawing for illustrating an example of an upper structure according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 9 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a lower structure according to some embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0051] Referring to FIGS. 5 to 9, the chip cartridge (1000) may include a body portion (100) and a cover portion (200).
[0052] The body portion (100) can form the exterior of the chip cartridge (1000). The body portion (100) may be provided with a receiving space for accommodating a plurality of chips.
[0053] The body part (100) may include a rear structure (110), an upper structure (120), and a lower structure (130).
[0054] The rear structure (110) may form at least a portion of the rear or rear of the exterior of the body part (100). The rear structure (110) may be formed of a metal material such as aluminum or iron, but is not limited thereto. The rear structure (110) may also be formed of a transparent polycarbonate material.
[0055] The rear structure (110) may have a plurality of slots (111) formed therein.
[0056] A plurality of slots (111) may be formed as curved surfaces having a cross-section in the shape of a circular arc. Circular chips may be stored in the plurality of slots (111). According to one embodiment, at least one guide line may be provided on the inside of each of the plurality of slots (111) to allow the number of stored chips to be estimated.
[0057] For example, each of the multiple slots (111) may be provided with at least one guide line to estimate the number of chips, such as 5, 10, 15, or 20.
[0058] Each of the plurality of slots (111) may be provided with a receiving space (112). Multiple chips may be stored in the receiving space (112) provided in each of the plurality of slots (111). Each of the plurality of slots (111) may be arranged in parallel with one another.
[0059] The plurality of slots (111) may be formed from a metal material such as aluminum or iron, but are not limited thereto. The plurality of slots (111) may also be formed from a transparent polycarbonate (PC) material.
[0060]
[0061] The chip cartridge (1000) may need to eject a chip depending on the interaction with the device. If there is only one slot, the chip cartridge (1000) may not be able to eject the chip even if the interaction with the device occurs if a mechanical failure occurs while ejecting the chip. Therefore, the body part (100) may be equipped with multiple slots (111). And, if a mechanical failure occurs while ejecting a chip from one slot, the chip cartridge (1000) can quickly respond to the error or failure by ejecting a chip from another slot.
[0062] According to an embodiment, a plurality of slots (111) may be formed as a curved member formed of a transparent polycarbonate (PC) material and a connecting part formed of a metal material to connect the curved member. Hereinafter, an embodiment of the plurality of slots (111) will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 and 14.
[0063] The upper structure (120) can form at least a portion of the upper surface or upper part of the exterior of the body part (100).
[0064] The upper structure (120) can be coupled to one end of the rear structure (110). One end of the rear structure (110) may be the upper end of the rear structure (110). The upper structure (120) can be coupled to one end of a plurality of slots (111). One end of the plurality of slots (111) may be the upper end of the plurality of slots (111).
[0065] The upper structure (120) may include an upper surface portion (121), a first structure (122), a second structure (123), and a handle portion (124).
[0066] The upper surface portion (121) can be coupled to one end of the rear structure (110). The upper surface portion (121) can be coupled to one end of a plurality of slots (111). The upper surface portion (121) can be coupled to one end of a plurality of slots (111) to cover the upper portion of the plurality of slots (111). The upper surface portion (121) can cover the upper portion of the plurality of slots (111) so as to prevent a plurality of chips from escaping from the plurality of slots (111).
[0067] The first structure (122) can be coupled to the upper portion (121). The first structure (122) can fix one end of the handle portion (124).
[0068] The second structure (123) can be coupled to the upper portion (121). The second structure (123) can fix the other end of the handle portion (124).
[0069] A handle portion (124) may be provided between the first structure (122) and the second structure (123). A user can conveniently grasp the chip cartridge (1000) through the handle portion (124). For example, by grasping the handle portion (124), the user can install the chip cartridge (1000) into the device or remove it from the device.
[0070] The lower structure (130) may form at least a portion of the lower or lower surface of the exterior of the body part (100). The lower structure (130) may be coupled to the other end of the rear structure (110). The lower structure (130) may be coupled to the other end of a plurality of slots (111).
[0071] The lower structure (130) may include a chip discharge port (131), a holding member (132), an elastic member (133), and at least one fastening groove (134).
[0072] The chip discharge port (131) can discharge multiple chips. The chip discharge port (131) can discharge at least some of the multiple chips depending on the interaction with the device to which the chip cartridge (1000) is mounted.
[0073] The holding member (132) can prevent multiple chips from being discharged from each of the multiple slots (111). When the discharge of multiple chips is not required, the holding member (132) can block the chip discharge port (131) on the elastic member (133). The holding member (132) can block the chip discharge port (131) by being spaced apart from the other end of the multiple slots (111). When the discharge of multiple chips is not required, it can be understood that the chip cartridge (1000) is not coupled to a device, etc. In other words, when the chip cartridge (1000) is not coupled to a device, the holding member (132) can block the chip discharge port (131) so that multiple chips are not discharged from the multiple slots (111).
[0074] An elastic member (132) may be positioned between a plurality of slots (111) and a holding member (132). The elastic member (132) may push the holding member (132) from the plurality of slots (111) toward the chip outlet (131) so that the chip outlet (131) is blocked by the holding member (132). The elastic member (132) may be compressed when the chip cartridge (1000) is coupled to the device. Accordingly, the holding member (132) moves upward toward the plurality of slots (111), so that the chip outlet (131) can be opened.
[0075] At least one fastening groove (134) may have all remaining grooves blocked except for a designated portion depending on the purpose or use of the chip cartridge (1000). Accordingly, the chip cartridge (1000) can be coupled only to a predetermined device by coupling the insertion part formed in the device to at least one fastening groove (134).
[0076] The cover portion (200) can cover the front of the body portion (100). The front of the body portion (100) can be understood as the direction in which the receiving space (112) is provided. The cover portion (200) is coupled to the front of the body portion (100) where the receiving space (112) is provided, thereby preventing multiple chips from falling out of the receiving space (112).
[0077] The cover portion (200) can be combined with the body portion (100) in a sliding manner. The cover portion (200) can be formed of a transparent polycarbonate material. The user can check a plurality of chips inserted into a plurality of slots (111) through the cover portion (200). Hereinafter, FIGS. 10 to 12 may be referenced to explain the cover portion (200) according to the present disclosure.
[0078] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 11 is another drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 12 is yet another drawing for explaining an example in which a cover portion is coupled to a body portion according to some embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0079] Referring to FIGS. 10 to 12, the body portion (100) may include a plurality of rods. The body portion (100) may include a first rod (141) having one end connected to a second structure (123) and the other end connected to a lower structure (130). The first rod (141) may be provided such that a predetermined gap is formed between the front surface (1111) of the body portion (100). The front surface (1111) of the body portion (100) may be understood as the most protruding surface of the rear structure (110) forming the body portion (100). In other words, the front surface (1111) of the body portion (100) may be understood as one front surface of the rear structure (110).
[0080] The body portion (100) may include at least one second rod (142) having one end connected to the upper surface portion (121) and the other end connected to the lower structure (130). The at least one second rod (142) may be provided such that a predetermined gap is formed between it and the front surface (1111) of the body portion (100).
[0081] The cover portion (200) can be coupled to a predetermined gap formed between the body portion (100) and a plurality of rods. When the cover portion (200) is coupled to the body portion (100), the plurality of rods can support the cover portion (200).
[0082] For example, when a user carries a chip cartridge (1000), the front of the chip cartridge (1000) may be laid down facing the floor. In this case, multiple chips inserted into multiple slots (111) may apply a load to the cover portion (200) by gravity. The cover portion (200) is supported by multiple rods and can withstand the load generated by the multiple chips.
[0083] The second structure (123) may include a key hole (1231) and a latch (1232).
[0084] A key can be inserted into the key hole (1231) by a user. Depending on the interaction of the user operating the key, the latch (1232) may protrude toward the front of the second structure (123). The latch (1232) may protrude toward the front from the second structure (123) and be fastened to the slot hole (220 in FIG. 13) of the cover portion (200). Accordingly, the cover portion (200) may be coupled to the body portion (100).
[0085] FIG. 13 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a security seal according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 14 is a drawing illustrating a second structure for illustrating an example of a security seal according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 15 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a security seal combined according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a security seal according to some embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0086] Referring to FIGS. 13 to 16, when the cover portion (200) is coupled to the body portion (100), a security seal (S) may be inserted into the cover portion (200) and the body portion (100). The security seal (S) can be understood as a tool for indicating whether there is a trace of the cover portion (200) being disassembled from the body portion (100). The user can check whether the cover portion (200) has a history of being opened from whether the security seal (S) is damaged.
[0087] Specifically, the second structure (123) may have a first-1 hole (h1) and a first-2 hole (h2) into which a security seal (S) is inserted. The cover portion (200) may have a second hole (210) into which a security seal (S) is inserted. When the cover portion (200) is coupled to the body portion (100), the first-1 hole (h1) and the second hole (210) may be formed in a straight line. In other words, when the cover portion (200) is coupled to the body portion (100), a hole penetrating the first-1 hole (h1) and the second hole (210) may be formed. When the body portion (100) and the cover portion (200) are coupled, the security seal (S) may be inserted into the first-2 hole (h2) and exit through the first-1 hole (h1) and the second hole (210). Alternatively, when the body part (100) and the cover part (200) are combined, the security seal (S) can be inserted into the first-1 hole (h1) and the second hole (210) and come out through the first-2 hole (h2). When the security seal (S) is fastened to the first-1 hole (h1), the first-2 hole (h2), and the second hole (210), it may not be separated unless it is broken. The security seal (S) may not be separated from the first-1 hole (h1), the first-2 hole (h2), and the second hole (210) unless it is broken by an external force.
[0088] Therefore, if a user wishes to remove multiple chips inserted into multiple slots (111), they may have to break or tear off the security seal. Even if an unauthorized user replaces or steals at least some of the multiple chips inserted into multiple slots (111) and reattaches the cover part (200) to the body part (100), a legitimate user can determine whether the security seal (S) has been destroyed and determine that a problem has occurred with the chip cartridge (1000).
[0089] According to one embodiment, the security seal (S) may include a unique ID (Identifier). The unique ID may be printed on the security seal (S).
[0090] Meanwhile, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the rear structure (110) may include a plurality of slots (111) into which a plurality of chips are inserted. The rear structure (110) may have a region into which a plurality of chips are inserted formed of a transparent material. Hereinafter, a rear structure (110) according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 and FIGS. 18.
[0091] FIG. 17 is a drawing for illustrating a rear structure according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 18 is another drawing for illustrating a rear structure according to some other embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 19 is a drawing for illustrating an example of a guideline according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. For convenience of explanation, the rear structure in FIG. 17 through 19 is denoted by reference numeral 310.
[0092] Referring to FIGS. 17 to 19, the rear structure (310) may include a plurality of curved members (311) and a plurality of connecting parts (312).
[0093] Multiple curved members (311) can be formed from a transparent polycarbonate material.
[0094] A plurality of curved members (311) may have a curved portion (3111) formed that corresponds at least partially to the shape of the chip.
[0095] The curved portion (3111) may be provided with at least one guide line (313) that guides the number of chips inserted into the plurality of slots (111). The at least one guide line (313) may be formed on the inner or outer side of the curved portion (3111).
[0096] For example, at least one guide line (313) may be formed on the inner or outer side of the curved portion (3111) to estimate the number of chips, such as 5, 10, 15, or 20.
[0097] A plurality of curved members (311) may include a coupling member (3112) formed at one end and the other end of the curved portion (3111) and inserted into a connecting hole provided in each of the plurality of connecting portions (312) in a sliding manner. By inserting the coupling member (3112) into the connecting hole provided in each of the plurality of connecting portions (312), the plurality of curved members (311) and the connecting portions (312) can be combined. The coupling member (3112) may be formed in an L-shape.
[0098] A plurality of connecting parts (312) can connect a plurality of curved members (311).
[0099] According to one embodiment, a plurality of connecting parts (312) may be formed of a metal material. Since a plurality of curved members (311) that the user can see are formed of a transparent material and a plurality of connecting parts (312) are formed of a metal material, the durability of the rear structure (310) can be enhanced.
[0100] According to one embodiment, a plurality of curved members (311) and a plurality of connecting parts (312) may be formed of a transparent polycarbonate material. A plurality of curved members (311) and a plurality of connecting parts (312) may be formed integrally.
[0101] According to the configuration described above through FIGS. 1 to 19, the chip cartridge (1000) may be composed of a body portion (100) in which a space for receiving a plurality of chips is provided, and a cover portion (200) that prevents a plurality of chips from escaping from the space for receiving. A user can store a plurality of chips in the chip cartridge (1000) by inserting a plurality of chips into the space for receiving and then sealing the body portion (100) through the cover portion (200). At this time, the chip cartridge (1000) may be equipped with a security seal that penetrates a portion of the body portion (100) and the cover portion (200). By checking whether the security seal is damaged, the user can prevent the chip from being stolen. Alternatively, some malicious users may forge or alter the chip. By checking whether the security seal is damaged, the user can also anticipate forgery or alteration of the chip that is difficult to detect.
[0102] FIG. 20 is a photograph of a chip processing device having a chip cartridge embedded therein according to some embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 21 is a photograph of a state in which a chip cartridge is embedded inside a chip processing device.
[0103] Referring to FIG. 20, a user can exchange cash and chips through a chip processing device (400). The chip processing device (400) can discharge chips through a chip discharge unit (410). The chip processing device (400) can check the quantity of chips discharged through the chip discharge unit (410) using an RFID sensor or a vision sensor, etc. If the quantity of chips does not match the target quantity, the chip processing device (400) does not open the chip discharge unit (410), and can open the chip discharge unit (410) only when the quantity of chips matches the target quantity.
[0104] Referring to FIG. 21, a chip cartridge (1000) may be installed within a chip processing device (400). The chip cartridge (1000) may be provided with a plurality of slots (111) in which chips are embedded. If a mechanical failure occurs in discharging a chip from one slot, the chip processing device (400) can quickly respond to the error or failure by discharging a chip from another slot.
[0105] Description of the presented embodiments is provided so that a person skilled in the art may use or practice the present disclosure. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to a person skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Thus, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments presented herein, but should be interpreted in the broadest possible scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.
Claims
1. As a chip cartridge, A body portion that forms the exterior of the above chip cartridge and is provided with a receiving space for accommodating a plurality of chips; and A cover portion coupled to the front of the body portion where the receiving space is provided, preventing the plurality of chips from escaping from the receiving space; Includes, The above body part is, A plurality of slots arranged parallel to each other, each having the above-mentioned receiving space; An upper structure forming the upper portion of the body part and coupled to one end of the plurality of slots; and A lower structure forming the lower portion of the body part, coupled to the other end of the plurality of slots, and including a chip discharge port for discharging the plurality of chips; including, Chip cartridge.
2. In Paragraph 1, The above upper structure is, An upper surface portion coupled to one end of the plurality of slots and covering the upper portion of the plurality of slots; A first structure coupled to the upper portion of the above-mentioned upper surface and fixing one end of a handle portion capable of being grasped by a user; A second structure coupled to the upper portion of the upper surface and fixing the other end of the handle portion; and A handle portion provided between the first structure and the second structure; including, Chip cartridge.
3. In Paragraph 2, The above body part is, A first rod having one end connected to the second structure and the other end connected to the lower structure so as to form a predetermined gap with the front of the body part; and At least one second rod, having one end connected to the upper surface and the other end connected to the lower structure, so as to form the front surface of the body part and the predetermined gap; including, Chip cartridge.
4. In Paragraph 2, The above-mentioned second structure has a first hole formed therein into which a security seal is inserted, and The above cover portion has a second hole formed therein into which the security seal is inserted, and The above security seal is, When the above body part and the above cover part are combined, the first hole and the second hole are fastened by penetrating the second hole. Chip cartridge.
5. In Paragraph 1, The above cover part is, formed of a transparent material, Chip cartridge.
6. In Paragraph 1, The above body part is, A rear structure in which the above plurality of slots are formed; Includes, The above rear structure is, A plurality of curved members having a curved portion formed that corresponds at least partially to the shape of the chip; and A plurality of connecting parts connecting the above plurality of curved members; including, Chip cartridge.
7. In Paragraph 6, The plurality of curved members and the plurality of connecting parts are formed of a transparent material. Chip cartridge.
8. In Paragraph 6, The above plurality of curved members are formed of a transparent material, and The above plurality of connecting parts are formed of a metal material, Chip cartridge.
9. In Paragraph 6, The above plurality of curved surface members are, The above curved surface; and A coupling member formed at one end and the other end of the curved portion, which is inserted into a connecting hole provided in each of the plurality of connecting portions in a sliding manner to combine the plurality of curved members and the connecting portions; including, Chip cartridge.
10. In Paragraph 6, The above curved surface is, at least one guide line is provided to guide the number of chips inserted into the plurality of slots. Chip cartridge.