ATM Coin Bin With Brake Mechanism for Handling Heavy Loads
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Solution Overview
Problem
Large capacity coin bins for ATMs are difficult to move and require special equipment due to their size and weight, posing handling challenges.
Innovation Solution
A coin bin design featuring a structurally strong plastic body with wheels, a lockable lid, and a brake mechanism, along with a coin release door and a steering handle system that includes a retention mechanism using magnets and a latching system for easy handling and positioning within ATMs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If the coin bin capacity is increased to reduce change frequency, then the coin bin weight and size increase, but the ease of movement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The coin bin incorporates a brake mechanism that can be actuated to resist wheeled movement, allowing the bin to be dynamically controlled between movable and stationary states. This enables easy movement when needed while providing stable positioning when required, resolving the contradiction between large capacity and ease of movement.
Solution Approach 2:
The brake mechanism acts as an intermediary element between the wheels and the ground surface. By introducing this intermediate control device, the patent enables precise control over the coin bin's movement, allowing operators to easily move the large-capacity bin when necessary while maintaining stability during operation.
2Quantity of substance
If the coin bin capacity is increased to reduce change frequency, then the coin bin weight increases, but the handling difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The brake mechanism provides dynamic control over the coin bin's movement state. By enabling the bin to be easily stopped and positioned, the system reduces handling complexity despite the increased weight, as operators can control movement without requiring special equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The brake mechanism is designed to be self-contained and operable by the user without external assistance or special equipment. This self-service capability allows users to independently control the movement and positioning of the large-capacity coin bin, reducing handling complexity.
3Ease of operation
If the coin bin is designed with wheels for movement, then the ease of movement improves, but the stability during operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The brake mechanism enables dynamic transition between movable and stationary states. When the brake is engaged, it provides stable positioning during coin dispensing operations, while when disengaged, it allows easy movement. This dynamic control resolves the contradiction between ease of movement and operational stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The brake mechanism applies a preliminary counteracting force to the wheeled movement before operation begins. By pre-engaging the brake to resist movement, the system ensures stability during coin bin operation, while allowing easy movement when the brake is released.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates easier movement and handling of heavy coin bins by allowing controlled movement and secure positioning within ATMs, reducing the need for special equipment and improving user control.
Implementation Method 1
The coin release door may comprise a ferromagnetic material and the retention mechanism may comprise at least one magnet to attract the coin release door
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AI summary
The present invention provides a coin bin, comprising a body defining a chamber to receive coins, the body further defining a receiving area to releasably receive part of a steering handle and being formed of a structurally strong plastic; a lid to close the chamber, the lid being lockable and removable when unlocked; and a plurality of wheels affixed to the body to support the body. The coin bin is suitable for positioning inside an automatic teller machine (ATM).