Multifunctional Cup Dispenser
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cup dispensers face issues with large spatial occupation due to exposed cup bodies, fixed dispensing opening diameters that cannot accommodate cups of different sizes, and frequent dispensing irregularities caused by gravity and misalignment.
Innovation Solution
A multifunctional cup dispenser with an adjustable cup pressing assembly and a cup pushing mechanism, featuring a housing with a rotatable regulating ring, gears, elastic pieces, and a hanging platform with an angled and wavy edge to securely hold cups of varying diameters and prevent misalignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the cup dispensing opening is exposed outside with a fixed diameter, then the structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate disposable cups of different sizes and increases spatial occupation
Solution Approach 1:
The cup dispensing opening is made adjustable through a rotating regulating ring with multiple positioning holes. The opening diameter can be changed by rotating the ring to different positions, allowing adaptation to different cup sizes. This dynamic adjustment mechanism resolves the contradiction between fixed simple structure and variable adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The cup dispenser is designed with universal adaptability to handle different types of disposable cups (coffee cups, tea cups, etc.) of various sizes. The adjustable opening mechanism and cup pressing assembly work together to provide a universal solution that accommodates multiple cup formats without requiring multiple dedicated dispensers.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the cup dispensing opening protrudes significantly to accommodate different cup sizes, then adaptability improves, but the space occupied increases and installation becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The cup pressing assembly is nested within the dispenser housing, with the pressing component retractable into the housing when not in use. This nesting approach allows the mechanism to provide full adaptability for different cup sizes while minimizing the protruding distance, reducing the overall space occupied and facilitating easier installation in confined spaces.
3Quantity of substance
If stacked cups are placed deeply inside the dispenser, then storage capacity improves, but gravity causes cups to shift and press against the dispensing opening causing dispensing irregularities
Solution Approach 1:
The cup pressing assembly performs preliminary action by pressing the stacked cups against the hanging platform before dispensing occurs. This pre-positioning ensures that the cups are properly aligned and supported, preventing them from shifting or pressing against the dispensing opening during the dispensing process, thus maintaining dispensing regularity even when cups are stored deeply.
4Productivity
If a pusher mechanism pushes cups into position, then dispensing speed improves, but stacked cups influenced by gravity press down on silicone flaps causing misalignment and abnormal stress
Solution Approach 1:
The hanging platform provides counter-support against the gravitational force acting on the stacked cups. When the pusher mechanism pushes cups into position, the hanging platform bears the weight and prevents the cups from pressing down on the silicone flaps. This counterbalancing action maintains cup positioning accuracy and prevents misalignment while allowing rapid dispensing.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution reduces spatial occupation, accommodates cups of different sizes, and ensures accurate and rapid dispensing by using an adjustable mechanism and a wavy, angled hanging platform to prevent misalignment and irregularities.
Implementation Method 1
a torsion spring, a claw head and a hanging platform; The shaft is provided within the fixed seat, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the shaft
Implementation Method 2
The cup pushing assembly includes a cup pushing spring and a push block. The cup pushing spring is provided on the bottom inner wall of the cup tube, and the push block is connected to the cup pushing spring
Implementation Method 3
The elastic pieces are clamped between the inside of the housing and the regulating ring
Data Source
AI summary
A multifunctional cup dispenser, comprising a cup tube, wherein a cabinet-mounted seat is snap-fitted on top of the cup tube. On the side of the cabinet-mounted seat away from the cup tube, an adjustable cup pressing assembly is provided. A cup pushing assembly is arranged inside the cup tube. The present utility model belongs to the field of food and beverage technology and specifically relates to a multifunctional cup dispenser. It overcomes issues such as the cup body being exposed outside and occupying a large space, the dispensing outlet having a fixed diameter that cannot accommodate disposable cups of various diameters, and the occurrence of dispensing abnormalities during the cup dispensing process.