Medium Processor With Segmented Storing Boxes For Multi-Denomination Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional automatic transaction machines designed for specific countries, like Japan, face issues when used in other nations with different currency denominations, as they lack flexibility in handling multiple denominations and require more maintenance due to the arrangement of bill storing boxes.
Innovation Solution
A medium processor with a conveyance channel and removable medium-storing boxes that can be individually attached or detached, allowing for flexible loading of multiple boxes in a single slot, enabling the machine to handle various denominations without compromising maintainability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple repositories are included in one bill storing box to increase the number of denominations, then the storage capacity for various denominations is improved, but the maintenance complexity increases because the entire box must be detached for servicing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the bill storing box into multiple independent repositories (first repository and second repository) that can be separately detached. Each repository is equipped with its own detachable mechanism, allowing individual access and maintenance without requiring removal of the entire bill storing box or other repositories. This segmentation resolves the contradiction by enabling both multi-denomination storage and easy maintenance of individual components.
2Ease of manufacture
If the machine is designed with fixed bill storing boxes for specific country denominations, then the initial configuration is simple, but the adaptability to different countries' currency systems is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic configuration system where repositories can be individually detached and reattached to the bill storing box. This allows the machine to be easily reconfigured for different countries' currency denominations by simply adding or removing repositories, rather than requiring complete redesign. The dynamic nature of the repository attachment mechanism enables both simple initial setup and flexible adaptation to various international currency systems.
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AI summary
A medium processor is provided with a medium storage which can house two small storing boxes next to each other and has plural slots into which the two small storing boxes can be detachably loaded. Thus, the two small storing boxes can be loaded in a space equivalent to one conventional bill storing box, and the small storing boxes can be detached for servicing even when there are two small storing boxes loaded in one slot. Thus, various kinds of media can be handled without impairing maintainability.