CN203659108U - A vending machine with a two-dimensional code module - Google Patents
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本实用新型提供一种具有二维码模块的自动售货机,所述自动售货机包括柜体、电源模块、安装在柜体内的上位机和与所述上位机相连的显示触摸屏、用户操作面板、监控摄像头、打印机和传感器,所述自动售货机还包括与所述上位机相连的微控制器,所述微控制器分别与商品传送装置、温度传感器、现金装置以及控制按键连接,其中,所述自动售货机还具有二维码扫描识别模块,所述二维码扫描识别模块与所述微控制器相连。本实用新型的自动售货机功能多样化、结构简单,具有优越的市场优势。
The utility model provides a vending machine with a two-dimensional code module, the vending machine includes a cabinet, a power module, a host computer installed in the cabinet and a display touch screen connected to the host computer, a user operation panel, a monitoring camera, a printer and a sensor, the vending machine also includes a microcontroller connected to the host computer, the microcontroller is respectively connected to a commodity conveying device, a temperature sensor, a cash device and a control button, wherein the vending machine also has a two-dimensional code scanning and recognition module, and the two-dimensional code scanning and recognition module is connected to the microcontroller. The vending machine of the utility model has diversified functions, simple structure, and superior market advantages.
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技术领域technical field
本实用新型涉及自动售货机,特别是一种具有远程操控系统的自动售货机。The utility model relates to an automatic vending machine, in particular to an automatic vending machine with a remote control system.
背景技术Background technique
自动售货机(Vending Machine,VEM)是能根据投入的钱币自动识别付款取货的机器,是商业自动化的常用设备。它不受时间、地点的限制,能节省人力、方便交易。是一种全新的商业零售形式,又被称为24小时营业的微型超市。A vending machine (Vending Machine, VEM) is a machine that can automatically identify payment and pick-up according to the coins put in. It is a common equipment for commercial automation. It is not limited by time and place, can save manpower and facilitate transactions. It is a new form of commercial retail, also known as a 24-hour micro supermarket.
常见的自动售货机,是独立的设备,不论是购买或者取货,都需要进行大量的人为操作才可以实现,并且必须在自动售货机的主体机上进行操作。一方面操作不便利,由于设备响应时间等问题,往往完成一次购买操作需要较长时间,导致售货机销售效率不高,在使用高峰期容易出现排队现象。A common vending machine is an independent device. Whether it is buying or picking up goods, a lot of human operations are required to realize it, and the operation must be performed on the main machine of the vending machine. On the one hand, the operation is inconvenient. Due to problems such as equipment response time, it often takes a long time to complete a purchase operation, resulting in low sales efficiency of vending machines, and queues are prone to occur during peak usage periods.
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本实用新型的目的是解决现有技术缺陷,提供一种操作更方便快捷、自动化程度更高、效率更高的自动售货机。The purpose of the utility model is to solve the defects of the prior art and provide an automatic vending machine with more convenient and quick operation, a higher degree of automation and higher efficiency.
为了实现上述发明的目的,本实用新型提供一种具有二维码模块的自动售货机,所述自动售货机包括柜体、电源模块、安装在柜体内的上位机和与所述上位机相连的显示触摸屏、用户操作面板、监控摄像头、打印机和传感器,所述自动售货机还包括与所述上位机相连的微控制器,所述微控制器分别与商品传送装置、温度传感器、现金装置以及控制按键连接,其中,所述自动售货机还具有二维码扫描识别模块,所述二维码扫描识别模块与所述微控制器相连。In order to achieve the purpose of the above invention, the utility model provides an automatic vending machine with a two-dimensional code module, the automatic vending machine includes a cabinet, a power module, a host computer installed in the cabinet and a Display touch screen, user operation panel, monitoring camera, printer and sensor, the automatic vending machine also includes a microcontroller connected with the host computer, the microcontroller is respectively connected with the commodity conveying device, temperature sensor, cash device and control Button connection, wherein, the automatic vending machine also has a two-dimensional code scanning identification module, and the two-dimensional code scanning identification module is connected with the microcontroller.
在本实用新型中,所述微控制器还具有接收所述二维码扫描识别模块的输出信息发出指令的装置。In the present invention, the microcontroller also has a device for receiving the output information of the two-dimensional code scanning identification module and issuing instructions.
更优选地,所述上位机还具有生成二维码并显示在触摸屏上的装置。More preferably, the host computer also has a device for generating a two-dimensional code and displaying it on the touch screen.
优选地,所述自动售货机还具有能与其他上位机连接的通讯模块和/或通讯接口。Preferably, the automatic vending machine also has a communication module and/or a communication interface that can be connected with other host computers.
优选地,所述自动售货机还具有货仓制冷系统和/或货仓加热系统,所述货仓制冷系统和/或货仓加热系统分别与所述微控制器连接、受其控制Preferably, the automatic vending machine also has a warehouse refrigeration system and/or a warehouse heating system, and the warehouse refrigeration system and/or warehouse heating system are respectively connected to and controlled by the microcontroller
特别优选地,所述自动售货机具有远程支付模块,例如采用微信支付模块,结合二维码扫描识别模块实现订货或取货。用户可以通过网路下载符合自己手机型号的微信客户端,在新的客户端中使用微信支付功能。所述微信支付功能、二维码功能是本技术领域人员所能掌握的技术,在此不做赘述。用户可以将商品信息转化为字符串格式信息,利用微信特有功能生成与之相对应的二维码。这串独特的二维码可以以图片或者屏幕界面的形式体现。在货品展示位上,除了特有的商品图片或者商品名信息之外,还可以添加特有商品二维码。用户可以通过微信特有的“扫一扫”功能,扫一下货品展示为的二维码,即可在微信上获得商品的信息,包括商品的商品名信息、售价、生产日期、保质期、折扣以及公开的商品成分信息。用户不再需要输入大量的产品代码或者预留信息去查看商品的详细信息。当确认商品信息并下单购买后,界面会自动跳到微信支付页面进行支付。第一次用微信支付的用户需绑定消费的银行账户,只需绑定一次,输入一次详细的账户信息,即可永久使用其消费。这个购物流程,方便、快捷、流畅,免除了排队购物的繁琐,为用户提供了更便捷、更舒适的自助购物体验。Particularly preferably, the automatic vending machine has a remote payment module, such as using a WeChat payment module, combined with a two-dimensional code scanning identification module to realize ordering or picking up. Users can download the WeChat client that matches their mobile phone model through the Internet, and use the WeChat payment function in the new client. The WeChat payment function and the two-dimensional code function are technologies that can be mastered by those skilled in the art, and will not be described in detail here. Users can convert product information into string format information, and use WeChat's unique functions to generate corresponding QR codes. This string of unique QR codes can be embodied in the form of pictures or screen interfaces. On the product display stand, in addition to the unique product picture or product name information, you can also add a unique product QR code. Users can use WeChat's unique "scan" function to scan the QR code displayed as a product to obtain product information on WeChat, including product name information, selling price, production date, shelf life, discounts and Publicly available product ingredient information. Users no longer need to enter a large number of product codes or reserved information to view detailed information about the product. After confirming the product information and placing an order to purchase, the interface will automatically jump to the WeChat payment page for payment. Users who use WeChat payment for the first time need to bind the bank account for consumption. They only need to bind once and enter detailed account information once to use their consumption permanently. This shopping process is convenient, fast, and smooth, eliminating the cumbersome queuing for shopping and providing users with a more convenient and comfortable self-service shopping experience.
用户亦可通过网络下更多地订单,系统会把这些订单统一生成一个唯一的二维码,在屏幕上显示。用户通过“扫一扫”功能,扫一下这个唯一的二维码,即可自动跳转到支付环节,完成批量订单的付款、取货功能。免除了逐个订单付款、取货的缺陷。Users can also place more orders through the network, and the system will generate a unique QR code for these orders and display them on the screen. Users can scan this unique QR code through the "scan" function, and then they can automatically jump to the payment link to complete the payment and pick-up functions of batch orders. Eliminate the defects of order-by-order payment and pick-up.
优选地,每一台机器都可以有自己特有的二维码,由微控制器生成并显示在触摸屏上,用户通过扫机器特有的二维码可获得货机的信息,包括供应的货物信息、缺货/补货信息、现金信息以及维修故障信息。Preferably, each machine can have its own unique two-dimensional code, which is generated by the microcontroller and displayed on the touch screen. The user can obtain the information of the cargo aircraft by scanning the unique two-dimensional code of the machine, including the information of the goods supplied, the shortage Stock/replenishment information, cash information, and repair failure information.
作为一种优选的实施方式,所述自动售货机还具有智能手机通信模块与接口,所述智能手机通信模块与所述上位机相连,也可以通过手机控制自动售货机,完成选货、付款、取货功能。As a preferred embodiment, the automatic vending machine also has a smart phone communication module and an interface, the smart phone communication module is connected to the host computer, and the automatic vending machine can also be controlled by a mobile phone to complete selection, payment, Pickup function.
优选地,本实用新型的售货机还包括能与其他上位机连接的通讯模块和/或通讯接口。Preferably, the vending machine of the present invention further includes a communication module and/or a communication interface that can be connected with other host computers.
用户可通过互联网下订单,自动售货机可以通过网络确认订单。亦可通过网络第三方支付,如银行网络支付平台或其他在线支付平台。Users can place orders through the Internet, and vending machines can confirm orders through the Internet. It can also be paid by a third party on the Internet, such as a bank's online payment platform or other online payment platforms.
优选地,本实用新型的自动售货机还具有网络通讯模块,所述网络通讯模块与所述上位机相连。Preferably, the automatic vending machine of the present invention also has a network communication module, and the network communication module is connected with the host computer.
优选地,本实用新型的售货机具有透明或半透明柜门,所述柜门有照明设备。Preferably, the vending machine of the present invention has a transparent or translucent cabinet door, and the cabinet door has lighting equipment.
优选地,本实用新型的售货机还包括制冷系统和/或加热系统,所述制冷系统和/或加热系统分别受所述微控制器装置Preferably, the vending machine of the present invention also includes a refrigeration system and/or a heating system, and the refrigeration system and/or heating system are respectively controlled by the microcontroller device
本实用新型的自动售货机的收款、取货、开闭照明设备、开闭制冷/加热系统的控制操作都属于现有技术,通常可通过自动控制装置结合软件或简单程序实现,或由上位机进行控制。The control operations of the automatic vending machine of the present utility model, such as collection, delivery, opening and closing of lighting equipment, and opening and closing of refrigeration/heating systems, all belong to the prior art, and can usually be realized by an automatic control device combined with software or a simple program, or by a superior machine is controlled.
在本实用新型中,微控制器是自动售货机的装置之一,上位机通过RS232接口与微控制器连接。微控制器是本领域技术人员能够掌握的现有技术,通常可通过单片微控制器、PLC(可编程控制器)、CPLD等可编程器件加以实现。In the utility model, the microcontroller is one of the devices of the automatic vending machine, and the upper computer is connected with the microcontroller through the RS232 interface. Microcontroller is an existing technology that can be mastered by those skilled in the art, and it can usually be realized by programmable devices such as single-chip microcontroller, PLC (programmable logic controller), and CPLD.
用户可以距离自动售货机很远的地方对自动售货机进行调温、信息修改、系统设置等相关操作,特别地,可以利用互联网批量设置自动售货机,完成同步功能。Users can perform temperature adjustment, information modification, system setting and other related operations on the vending machine at a place far away from the vending machine. In particular, the Internet can be used to set up vending machines in batches to complete the synchronization function.
本实用新型的方便面自动售货机具有结构简单、便于操作管理的优点,可有效简化用户操作、远距离调控自动售货机,还具有存储便利和易于同步管理的优点,具有优越的市场优势。The instant noodle automatic vending machine of the utility model has the advantages of simple structure and convenient operation and management, can effectively simplify user operations, remotely control the automatic vending machine, and has the advantages of convenient storage and easy synchronous management, and has superior market advantages.
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图1为本实用新型的系统的模块示意图。FIG. 1 is a block diagram of the system of the present invention.
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如图1所示的自动售货机,包括柜体和安装在柜体内为各部件供电的电源模块(图中未画出),还有固定柜体上的触控式显示屏、用户控制面板和收银装置,上位机安装在柜体内并与所述显示屏、用户控制面板和通讯模块相连,上位机还通过RS232总线连接到微控制器。The automatic vending machine shown in Figure 1 includes a cabinet body and a power supply module (not shown in the figure) installed in the cabinet body to supply power to various components, as well as a touch screen display on the fixed cabinet body, a user control panel and As for the cash register device, the upper computer is installed in the cabinet and is connected with the display screen, the user control panel and the communication module, and the upper computer is also connected to the microcontroller through the RS232 bus.
微控制器用于控制商品传送装置、制冷系统和/或加热系统、柜体内的温度传感器以及现金装置,所述商品传送装置、制冷系统和/或加热系统、柜体内的温度传感器以及现金装置是本领域技术人员的公知常识,在此不作赘述。The microcontroller is used to control the commodity conveying device, the cooling system and/or heating system, the temperature sensor inside the cabinet and the cash device, which are the The common knowledge of those skilled in the art will not be repeated here.
售货机中的上位机可以实现与网络连接的功能。The upper computer in the vending machine can realize the function of connecting with the network.
该自动售货机还具有二维码扫描识别模块,所述二维码扫描识别模块与所述微控制器相连。The automatic vending machine also has a two-dimensional code scanning identification module, and the two-dimensional code scanning identification module is connected with the microcontroller.
二维码扫描识别模块选用南京汇兴博业数字设备有限公司销售的二维条码识别模块PROCM-200M,是商场上能够购买获得产品。The two-dimensional code scanning recognition module selects the two-dimensional barcode recognition module PROCM-200M sold by Nanjing Huixing Boye Digital Equipment Co., Ltd., which is a product that can be purchased in the mall.
自动售货机的微控制器还具有接收所述二维码扫描识别模块的输出信息发出指令的装置。此外,自动售货机的上位机还可以生成二维码并显示在触摸屏上的装置。这些模块通过控制器和相应程序加以实现。The microcontroller of the automatic vending machine also has a device for receiving the output information of the two-dimensional code scanning recognition module and issuing instructions. In addition, the upper computer of the vending machine can also generate a two-dimensional code and display it on the touch screen. These modules are implemented by controllers and corresponding programs.
由于采用了二维码模块,本实用新型的自动售货机使用模式更多,智能化程度高。用户可以如常规地在设备前直接操作,也可以使用手机或移动终端上的二维码作为指令信息,在设备的二维码模块钱扫一下,即可获得商品的商品名信息、售价、生产日期、保质期、折扣以及公开的商品成分信息,而不再需要输入大量的产品代码或者预留信息去查看商品的详细信息。Due to the adoption of the two-dimensional code module, the automatic vending machine of the utility model has more usage modes and a high degree of intelligence. Users can directly operate in front of the device as usual, or use the QR code on the mobile phone or mobile terminal as instruction information, and scan the QR code module of the device to obtain the product name information, price, Production date, shelf life, discount, and public product composition information, instead of entering a large number of product codes or reserved information to view product details.
用户亦可通过网络下更多地订单,系统会把订单统一生成一个唯一的二维码,在屏幕上显示。用户持二维码在自动售货机的二维码模块钱扫一下该二维码,即可自动跳转到支付环节,完成批量订单的付款、取货功能。免除了逐个订单付款、取货的缺陷。Users can also place more orders through the Internet, and the system will generate a unique QR code for the orders and display them on the screen. The user holds the QR code and scans the QR code on the QR code module of the vending machine, and then automatically jumps to the payment link to complete the payment and pick-up functions of batch orders. Eliminate the defects of order-by-order payment and pick-up.
本实用新型的自动售货机功能多样化、结构简单,具有优越的市场优势。The automatic vending machine of the utility model has diversified functions, simple structure and superior market advantages.
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