Drawer Tray Regulation Unit for Multi-Type Coin Drawer Compatibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cash management systems require complex work to accommodate various types of drawers, as they can only store coins in one type of drawer with a specific chute, necessitating chute replacement for each different drawer type.
Innovation Solution
A drawer tray with a regulation unit that adjusts the placement position of drawers to accommodate different types, allowing coins to be stored in multiple types of drawers with ease, using a placement unit and transport unit that regulate and transport coins to the appropriate compartments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed chute configuration is used for coin storage, then the system can store coins in one specific drawer type, but it requires complex chute replacement operations when accommodating different drawer types
Solution Approach 1:
The drawer tray incorporates a movable regulation unit that can be adjusted to different positions along the drawer tray body. This dynamic adjustment mechanism allows the system to adapt to various drawer types by changing the position of the regulation unit, thereby aligning chute outlets with corresponding compartments without requiring chute replacement. The regulation unit includes movable components that can be positioned at multiple locations to accommodate different drawer configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the positional parameter of the regulation unit to adapt to different drawer types. By adjusting the position of the regulation unit along the drawer tray, the system modifies the alignment between chute outlets and drawer compartments, enabling compatibility with various drawer types without physical replacement of chute components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple types of chutes are prepared for different drawer types, then the system can accommodate various drawer configurations, but it increases the complexity of apparatus preparation and maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The drawer tray is designed as a universal platform that can accommodate multiple drawer types through the adjustable regulation unit. Instead of requiring different chute configurations for different drawer types, the single drawer tray design with a movable regulation unit serves multiple functions, allowing one apparatus to handle various drawer configurations without requiring separate preparation for each drawer type.
Solution Approach 2:
The regulation function is extracted as a separate, movable unit that can be independently adjusted. This separates the adaptation mechanism from the fixed chute structure, allowing the regulation unit to be positioned differently to accommodate various drawer types without requiring changes to the main chute configuration or apparatus preparation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the chute outlets are fixed in position, then the structure is simple, but it cannot align with compartments of drawers of different types
Solution Approach 1:
The regulation unit incorporates movable components that can be adjusted to different positions along the drawer tray body. This dynamic positioning capability allows the chute outlets to be realigned with compartments of different drawer types while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure. The movement mechanism includes adjustable elements that can be positioned at multiple locations to achieve proper alignment.
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AI summary
Provided is a drawer tray provided in a coin handling apparatus storing a coin in a compartment of a drawer. The drawer tray includes: a placement unit where the drawer is placed; and a regulation unit that regulates a placement position of the drawer in the placement unit to a position. The regulation unit regulates the placement position of the drawer to a plurality of positions different from each other by disposition of the regulation unit.