JP2023153365A - Pressing mechanism - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a pressing mechanism capable of keep pressing a stand so as to be tilted.SOLUTION: A pressing mechanism includes: a first mechanism fixed to a tiltable stand; and a second mechanism for tilting the stand by pressing the first mechanism. The second mechanism is configured to move a pressing member in a predetermined direction and pressing it. The first mechanism includes: a reception member in which the pressing member is pressure-welded by movement of the pressing member; and a shaft member capable of rotating the reception member relative to the stand in a rotary shaft in a position deviating from a contact surface onto which the pressing member of the reception member is pressure-welded.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 10

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a pressing mechanism used in a game device or the like that allows prizes to be obtained.

2. Description of the Related Art As a game device in which prizes can be acquired, for example, a prize acquisition game machine that drops prizes placed on a turntable has been considered (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the prize winning game machine described in Patent Document 1, a turntable is provided with a plurality of prize stands, a prize is individually placed on each prize stand, and a target is provided at the tip of an arm extending from the prize stand. There is. When playing the game, the player can move the platform by operating the platform and hit a target with a winning part provided on the platform, thereby tilting the prize platform and giving out a prize.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 10-76070

As described above, in the prize winning game machine described in the conventional patent literature, the elevator table is tilted by hitting the winning part of the elevator table against a target fixedly attached to the prize table of the turntable. The lifting platform is a relatively small and lightweight component that is installed to place individual products, so the lifting platform simply moves (revolutions) to hit the target. The platform can be tilted simply by colliding the contact part with the target.

However, for example, if the prize stand (or turntable) is heavy, the prize stand cannot be tilted simply by colliding the winning part with the target.

The present invention has been made in consideration of the above-mentioned circumstances, and its purpose is to provide a pressing mechanism that can be continuously pressed to tilt a table.

In order to solve the above problems, the pressing mechanism used in the game device in which prizes can be acquired in this embodiment includes a first mechanism fixed to a tiltable table, and a pressing mechanism that presses the first mechanism to raise the table. and a second mechanism for tilting, the second mechanism having a configuration for moving and pressing the pushing member in a predetermined direction, and the first mechanism for moving the pushing member in a predetermined direction and pressing the pushing member, It is movable relative to the table within a specified range.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a pressing mechanism that can be continuously pressed to tilt the table.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the external configuration of the game device according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a plan view of the inside of the casing of the game device according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the configuration of a pusher mechanism in this embodiment. FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the configuration of the left side unit of the game device according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a pusher mechanism and a prize stand with prizes placed on the prize table in this embodiment. FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing the pusher mechanism and the prize table with the prize table tilted; FIG. 3 is an external view of a tilting mechanism provided at the bottom of the prize table in this embodiment. The figure which shows the external structure of the shaft member which supports the prize table from the lower part and rotates about it. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the external configuration of the shaft member in a state where the prize table is tilted. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the configuration of a target mechanism to which a receiving member is attached. FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing the internal structure of the target mechanism shown in FIG. 10; 11 is a diagram for explaining the movement of the target mechanism shown in FIG. 10. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining the movement of the target mechanism shown in FIG. 10. FIG. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the configuration of a target mechanism to which a receiving member is attached. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the configuration of a target mechanism to which a receiving member is attached. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the game device according to the present embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing game control processing executed based on a game control program of the game device.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the external configuration of a game device 10 in this embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a plan view of the inside of the casing of the game device 10.

The game device 10 in this embodiment allows the prize placed on the prize table 18 (18L, 18R) of the prize table 17 (17L, 17R) installed in the housing to fall by tilting the prize table 18. can be obtained. The prize table 18 (18L, 18R) is rotated horizontally around a rotating shaft with the prize placed thereon, and the prize table is rotated by a pusher mechanism 19 (19L, 19R) (second mechanism) that operates in response to a user's operation. By pressing the outer periphery of the prize table 18 (pushing it downward), the entire prize table 18 can be tilted. In this embodiment, the prize table 18 is formed, for example, in a circular shape.

The game device 10 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 includes an upper housing 12 and a lower housing 13. The front and side surfaces of the upper housing 12 are covered with a transparent plate 15 such as an acrylic plate, so that the inside of the housing can be visually recognized through the transparent plate 15. The transparent plate 15 is constructed such that its front side can be opened and closed, for example, and can be opened for replacing or replenishing prizes placed on the prize table 18, for maintenance of each mechanical section, and the like.

The game device 10 in this embodiment is equipped with two game units (left side unit 10L, right side unit 10R) so that two players can play the game at the same time. The left side unit 10L and the right side unit 10R are basically configured to be symmetrical about the central boundary line.

On the field board 16 installed in the lower part of the upper housing 12, a prize stand 17L and a pusher mechanism 19L are arranged symmetrically on the left side unit 10L side, and on the right side unit 10R side. A prize stand 17R and a pusher mechanism 19R are arranged. The pusher mechanism 19L is arranged near the left back corner of the field board 16, and the pusher mechanism 19R is arranged near the right back corner of the field board 16. A prize stand 17L is arranged on the right side of the pusher mechanism 19L, and a prize stand 17R is arranged on the left side of the pusher mechanism 19R. Further, a prize drop slot 20L is formed at the front left corner of the field board 16, and a prize drop slot 20R is formed at the front right corner.

Furthermore, prize stock shelves 25L and 25R are provided on the left and right in the upper portion of the upper housing 12 to place replenishment prizes, decorative prizes, and the like.

A prize guiding space is provided in the lower part of the prize dropping openings 20L and 20R, respectively, for guiding the prizes that have fallen from the prize tables 18L and 18R to the prize taking out openings 21L and 21R provided on the front side of the lower housing 13. is provided. In addition, the prize guidance space is provided with an inclined surface that is higher on the back side and lower on the front side. By providing the inclined surface, the prize falling from the prize dropout port collides with the sloped surface and easily falls to the front side of the lower casing 13 where the prize takeout ports 21L and 21R are provided. This makes it easier to take out prizes from the prize outlet 21L, 21R. The prize drop holes 20L, 20R are provided with prize detection sensors that detect when the prize falls into the prize drop holes 20L, 20R (that the prize is paid out to the player).

The prize table 17L supports the prize table 18L on which the prize is placed from below, and rotates the prize table 18L with the prize placed thereon. The prize stand 17L is also provided with a tilting mechanism that tilts the prize table 18L in a predetermined direction by pushing down the outer circumference of the prize table 18 by a pusher mechanism 19L that operates in response to a user's operation. Similarly, the prize table 17R supports the prize table 18R on which the prize is placed from below, and rotates the prize table 18R with the prize placed thereon. The prize table 17R is also provided with a tilting mechanism that tilts the prize table 18R in a predetermined direction by pushing down the outer peripheral portion of the prize table 18 by a pusher mechanism 19R that operates in response to a user's operation.

On the front side of the lower housing 13, there are provided prize takeout ports 21L, 21R, a front maintenance door 22, control panels 23L, 23R operated by the player, and a main control panel 24.

The prize take-out ports 21L and 21R are for taking out prizes from inside the upper housing 12 to the outside, and communicate with a prize guide space provided in the lower part of the field board 16. By tilting the prize tables 18L, 18R and dropping them into the prize drop openings 20L, 20R, the prize can be taken out from the prize take-out openings 21L, 21R.

The front maintenance door 22 can be opened by the administrator (with a key) when working on the control unit or other mechanical parts housed inside the lower housing 13. . Also, inside the front maintenance door 22, for example, there is a main power switch for controlling the operation of the game device 10, a volume for adjusting the volume from the speaker, a setting device for the administrator to make various settings, etc. (setting device 74 shown in FIG. 16), a storage space for accommodating replenishment prizes, etc. are provided. The setting device can set, for example, the rotation speed and rotation direction of the prize tables 18L and 18R, the initial operating state and push-down operation speed of the pusher mechanisms 19L and 19R. In the setting device, various settings can be made individually for each of the left side unit 10L and right side unit 10R. Note that instead of the setting device 74, the administrator operates a setting screen displayed on a touch panel 27, which will be described later, or opens the transparent plate 15 provided on the upper housing 12 inside the transparent plate 15. This allows the administrator to perform various settings by operating the operable setting operation buttons.

The control panels 23L, 23R are provided with start buttons 26L, 26R, respectively, which are operated by the player to operate the pusher mechanisms 19L, 19R. A player playing a game on the left unit 10L controls the operation of the pusher mechanism 19L only by operating one start button 26L provided on the control panel 23L. Similarly, a player playing a game on the right unit 10R controls the operation of the pusher mechanism 19R only by operating one start button 26R provided on the control panel 23R. That is, in the game device 10 according to the present embodiment, the operation method is simplified so that even a first-time player can easily understand the game content.

The main control panel 24 is provided with a touch panel 27, electronic money units 28L, 28R, and coin slots 29L, 29R. The touch panel 27 displays the game fee, the deposited amount, the remaining number of plays (number of credits), a function setting menu (button), a message to the player, and the like. The electronic money units 28L and 28R are units for paying game play fees with electronic money, and have a reader/writer for contactless communication with, for example, an electronic money card. The coin slots 29L and 29R are for paying the game play fee with coins. The electronic money unit 28L and the coin slot 29L are used by players playing games on the left unit 10L, and the electronic money unit 28R and coin slot 29R are used by players playing games on the right unit 10R.

Note that, outside the housing of the game device 10, lighting devices (LED group 93) such as LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) and lamps, which are used for game effects using lighting and light, are provided. Further, inside the housing of the game device 10, a speaker is provided for outputting sound effects, music, voice messages, etc. during game execution.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the pusher mechanism 19 (19L, 19R) in this embodiment. In FIG. 3, the case plate covering the outside is removed so that the internal structure can be visually recognized.

The pusher mechanism 19 has a vertically elongated casing, and a pusher motor 19M is provided near the bottom. A lower pulley 19D1 is provided at the bottom of the vertically elongated casing of the pusher mechanism 19, and an upper pulley 19D2 is provided at the top. A belt 19D3 is hung between the lower pulley 19D1 and the upper pulley 19D2. The rotational power of the pusher motor 19M is transmitted to the lower pulley 19D1 via, for example, a gear (not shown). Thereby, the belt 19D3 rotates (moves) between the lower pulley 19D1 and the upper pulley 19D2.

The pusher mechanism 19 is provided with a pushing member (pusher) 19P for pushing down the outer peripheral portion of the prize table 18. The pusher mechanism 19 has a configuration that moves a pushing member 19P in a predetermined direction in order to push the target mechanism 18C (receiving member 50). The pushing member 19P is formed, for example, in an elongated shape, and the lower end portion is formed of, for example, an elastic member having a tapered shape. The pushing member 19P is connected to the belt 19D3 via the first support member 19P1 and the second support member 19P2. The first support member 19P1 supports the elongated push member 19P in a longitudinal direction (vertical direction in this embodiment) at a predetermined distance from the housing body of the pusher mechanism 19. The second support member 19P2 supports the first support member 19P1 and is mounted so as to be movable (slidable) in the vertical direction relative to the housing body of the pusher mechanism 19, for example. Further, the second support member 19P2 is fixed to the belt 19D3, and moves in the vertical direction as the belt 19D3 moves in the vertical direction. Therefore, by driving the pusher motor 19M and moving the belt 19D3 in the vertical direction, the pushing member 19P is moved in the vertical direction.

Three position sensors 19S (19S1, 19S2, 19S3) are arranged in the housing body of the pusher mechanism 19 to be spaced apart along the moving direction (vertical direction) of the second support member 19P2. For example, a transmission type photo position sensor is used as the position sensor 19S. A detection member 19P3 is provided on the second support member 19P2, and the detection member 19P3 is detected by the position sensor 19S as the second support member 19P2 moves in the vertical direction. The position sensor 19S1 is the upper limit position to which the push member 19P (detection member 19P3) can move, the position sensor 19S2 is the initial position of the push member 19P, and the position sensor 19S3 is the lower limit to which the push member 19P (detection member 19P3) can move. These are sensors for detecting the respective positions.

For example, when playing a game, the push member 19P is moved to the upper limit position detected by the position sensor 19S1, and then moved downward until it is detected by the position sensor 19S2, thereby being positioned at the initial position, and is moved in response to the player's operation. to move it downward from the initial position. By moving downward from the initial position, the pushing member 19P presses a target mechanism 18C (receiving member 50), which will be described later, and tilts the prize table 18.

Note that in the configuration shown in FIG. 3, three position sensors 19S1, 19S2, and 19S3 are provided, but the position sensor 19S2 may be omitted. For example, after moving the push member 19P upward to the upper limit position detected by the position sensor 19S1, the pusher motor 19M moves the push member 19P downward by a predetermined amount of momentum (the number of drive pulses). By operating the push member 19P and then stopping it, the push member 19P can be positioned at the initial position. Thereby, the position sensor 19S2 for detecting the initial position can be omitted.

FIG. 4 is a plan view showing the configuration of the left unit 10L of the game device 10 in this embodiment. The following explanation will focus on the left side unit 10L, but the right side unit 10R will not be explained because it is configured symmetrically with the left side unit 10L and has substantially the same configuration as the left side unit 10L. Omitted.

As shown in FIG. 4, the prize table 18L provided on the prize table 17L is rotated clockwise (clockwise) during the game, as indicated by the arrow in the figure. A plurality of target mechanisms 18C (18C1, 18C2, 18C3, 18C4) (first mechanisms) are provided at equal intervals on the back surface near the outer periphery of the prize table 18L. Although FIG. 4 shows an example in which four target mechanisms 18C1, 18C2, 18C3, and 18C4 are provided, it is sufficient that at least one is provided. Moreover, the plurality of target mechanisms 18C do not need to be provided at equal intervals.

The target mechanism 18C is a mechanism for receiving pushdown by the pusher mechanism 19L. The target mechanism 18C and the pusher mechanism 19L constitute a push-down mechanism for tilting the prize table 18L.

The target mechanism 18C is provided with a receiving member (catch cover) 50 (50a, 50b, 50c) to which the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19L is pressed. The receiving member 50 protrudes from the outer periphery of the prize table 18L, and passes below the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19L as the prize table 18L rotates. Since the target mechanism 18C is provided near the outer periphery of the prize table 18L, when the receiving member 50 is pushed down by the pushing member 19P, the outer periphery of the prize table 18L is pushed down.

In the example shown in FIG. 4, the target mechanisms 18C2 and 18C4 are provided with a receiving member 50a, the target mechanism 18C1 is provided with a receiving member 50b, and the target mechanism 18C3 is provided with a receiving member 50c. The receiving members 50a, 50b, and 50c each have a different shape of the contact surface (upper surface) with the pushing member 19P. For example, the receiving member 50b has a planar contact surface and has the largest area. The receiving member 50a has a planar contact surface and has a smaller area than the receiving member 50a. The receiving member 50c has a curved contact surface. That is, the structure is such that the pushing member 19P can be moved downward and pushed easily in the order of the receiving member 50b, the receiving member 50a, and the receiving member 50c. Note that the receiving members 50a, 50b, and 50c are removable and can be replaced as desired. That is, the difficulty level of the game can be adjusted by arbitrarily selecting the receiving members 50a, 50b, and 50c to be attached to the target mechanism 18C. The detailed configuration of the target mechanism 18C and the receiving member 50 will be explained using FIGS. 10 to 15.

The prize table 18L is tilted when any one of the plurality of receiving members 50 is pushed down by the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19L. A tilting mechanism provided on the prize table 17L tilts the prize table 18L on an axis P1 indicated by a broken line in FIG. That is, the position where the outer peripheral portion of the prize table 18L is pushed down is the lower position of the push member 19P, but the prize table 18L is configured to be tilted in a direction different from the pressed down position. The prize table 18L is tilted in the direction in which the prize drop slot 20L is arranged, so that the prizes placed thereon can be dropped into the prize drop slot 20L.

In this way, by tilting the prize table 18L in a direction different from the pressed down position, the pushing member 19P does not exist in the direction in which the prize falls, and does not become an obstacle when the prize falls. Therefore, even when a large prize is placed on the prize table 18L, the tilt of the prize table 18L ensures that the prize falls into the prize drop slot 20L.

Note that in the game device 10 according to the present embodiment, a target mechanism 18C configured separately from the prize table 18L is provided on the outer periphery of the prize table 18L, and the receiving member 50 of the target mechanism 18C is pushed down by a pushing member 19P. It is also possible to use a configuration in which the pushing member 19P is used to push down the prize table 18L, either by a member integrated with the prize table 18L or directly against the prize table 18L.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing the pusher mechanism 19L and the prize stand 17L in a state where a prize (for example, a stuffed toy) is placed on the prize table 18L in this embodiment. Note that the number of prizes placed on the prize table 18L is not limited to one, but may be a plurality of prizes, or different types of prizes may be mixed. In addition, when placing multiple prizes, if the prize table 18L is tilted, by providing a partition plate to divide the top surface of the prize table 18L and placing the prizes distributed in each section. Only some of the prizes may fall.

The game device 10 rotates the prize table 18L in the direction of the arrow in FIG. 5 during game execution. That is, the receiving member 50 of the target mechanism 18C provided on the outer periphery of the prize table 18L moves toward the lower part of the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19L. The player can see through the transparent plate 15 on the front or side surface of the game device 10 how the receiving member 50 moves toward the lower part of the pushing member 19P. The player can start the downward movement of the push member 19P by pressing the start button 26L at an appropriate timing while checking the movement of the receiving member 50.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the pusher mechanism 19L and the prize stand 17L with the prize table 18L tilted.

The push member 19P is moved downward in response to the operation on the start button 26L, presses against the upper surface of the receiving member 50 that has moved in a timely manner, and when the receiving member 50 is pushed down, the prize table 18L is tilted. can be done. As shown in FIG. 6, when the push member 19P is pressed against the upper surface of the receiving member 50b, for example, the prize table 18L is separated from the rotation drive system and stops rotating, and as the push member 19P moves downward. The slope (gradient) becomes larger. As a result, the prize placed on the prize table 18L moves in an inclined direction and further falls from the prize table 18L. Details of the tilting mechanism by which the prize table 18L is separated from the rotational drive system will be explained using FIGS. 7 to 9.

If the push member 19P is pressed against the receiving member 50 and the push member 19P continues to be moved while the push member 19P and the receiving member 50 are kept in pressure contact, the prize table 18L will not hold the prize placed on it. The device is tilted to a preset maximum angle to ensure that it will fall. For example, a tilt detection sensor (not shown) is provided to detect when the prize table 18L is tilted to the maximum angle, and the downward movement by the push member 19P is continued until the tilt detection sensor detects this. shall be taken as a thing.

In addition, if the push member 19P is pressed against the receiving member 50, but the pushing member 19P moves and separates from the receiving member 50 before tilting to the maximum angle, the prize table 18L is to return to the original horizontal state. In this case, the prize may fall before it is tilted to the maximum angle, or the prize may not fall and the placement position or posture of the prize may be changed. Even if it is not possible to drop the prize, by changing the placement position and posture of the prize, it is possible to make it easier to drop the prize the next time the game is executed.

Note that if the timing of the movement of the push member 19P is not correct and the push member 19P cannot make contact with the receiving member 50, the push member 19P is moved as it is to the lower limit position detected by the position sensor 19S3, and then moved upward. For example, it is returned to the initial position. In this case, the receiving member 50 may collide with the side of the pushing member 19P as the prize table 18L rotates. In this case, the rotation of the prize table 18L is restricted by the collision with the receiving member 50, and the prize table 18L is separated from the rotation drive system and stops rotating.

Next, a tilting mechanism for tilting the prize table 18 in the prize stand 17 of this embodiment will be explained.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the appearance of the tilting mechanism provided at the bottom of the prize table 18 (prize tables 18L, 18R) in this embodiment. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing the external configuration of a shaft member that supports the prize table 18 from below and rotates around the shaft. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing the external configuration of the shaft member when the prize table 18 is tilted.

As shown in FIG. 8, a shaft member is attached to the prize table 18, which is supported from the center of the lower part and rotates around the shaft. The shaft member includes a first member 35 whose one end is fixed to the lower part of the prize table 18, and a second member 31 whose one end is fixed to the rotating shaft of the table motor 30 for rotating the shaft member. It is formed by coupling a first magnet 39 provided at the other end of the member 35 and a second magnet 32 provided at the other end of the second member 31 by magnetic force. The first member 35 is rotatably supported by a support member 36, and when the prize table 18 is tilted, the first member 35 is held in an oblique state by the support member 36.

In this embodiment, an elastic member 40 such as rubber is provided between the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32, and the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32 are connected via the elastic member 40. The elastic member 40 is, for example, adhered and fixed to the upper surface of the second magnet 32, and is detachably attached to the lower surface of the first magnet 39. That is, when the prize table 18 is not tilted, the lower surface of the first magnet 39 and the elastic member 40 are pressed together, and due to the magnetic coupling between the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32, the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32 are connected (coupled). As a result, the rotational power of the table motor 30 is transmitted to the prize table 18.

On the other hand, when the prize table 18 is tilted, the axial direction of the first member 35 and the axial direction of the second member 31 do not match, as shown in FIG. The first magnet 39 separates from the elastic member 40 (second magnet 32) against the magnetic force between them. As a result, the prize table 18 is separated from the rotational drive system (rotation shaft of the table motor 30), and the rotation of the prize table 18 is stopped.

Since the first member 35 (first magnet 39) and the second member 31 (second magnet 32) are not in a fixed state, the prize table 18 does not rotate in complete agreement with the rotation of the table motor 30. For example, when rotating the prize table 18 that is in a stopped state, even if the drive of the table motor 30 is started, if the mass of the prize table 18 is relatively large, the prize table 18 will not start driving the table motor 30 due to inertia. The prize table 18 rotates by not rotating synchronously, but by transmitting the rotation of the table motor 30 from the second magnet 32 to the elastic member 40, and further from the elastic member 40 to the first magnet 39. That is, since the rotational power of the table motor 30 is transmitted to the prize table 18 via the elastic member 40, it is transmitted to the prize table 18 so as to follow the rotation of the table motor 30. After the rotation of the prize table 18 becomes stable, the prize table 18 is stably rotated in accordance with the rotation of the table motor 30.

If the elastic member 40 is not provided between the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32, for example, when rotating the prize table 18 in a stopped state, starting the drive of the table motor 30 The second member 31 (second magnet 32) starts to rotate, but the prize table 18 and the first member 35 (first magnet 39) do not rotate due to inertia, so the coupling between the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32 is slightly After the prize table 18 is shifted, the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32 are coupled and the prize table 18 is rotated. Furthermore, as the table motor 30 is rotated, the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32 are repeatedly displaced and coupled, causing the prize table 18 to move erratically, for example, repeatedly accelerating and decelerating. .

In this embodiment, in order to couple the first member 35 and the second member 31, an elastic member 40 is provided between the first magnet 39 and the second magnet 32. Rotational power can be stably transmitted to the prize table 18, and the prize table 18 can be rotated constantly.

As shown in FIG. 7, the support member 36 is fixed to the upper surface of the table support member 37. As shown in FIG. The table support member 37 is rotatably supported by rotation shaft portions 42a and 42b provided laterally and symmetrically. Therefore, since the table support member 37 holds the prize table 18 via the support member 36, the prize table 18 cannot be tilted by the table support member 37 being rotated by the rotation shafts 42a and 42b. I can do it.

A tilting mechanism bottom member 43 is fixed to the upper surface of the main body casing of the table motor 30, and shaft support members 41a and 41b are vertically arranged on the upper surface of the tilting mechanism bottom member 43 and spaced apart from each other. The shaft support member 41a rotatably supports the rotation shaft portion 42a, and the shaft support member 41b rotatably supports the rotation shaft portion 42b.

A tension coil spring 46 is disposed between the table support member 37 and a member 47 fixed to the installation surface of the table motor 30. When the prize table 18 is tilted as shown in FIG. 9, the table support member 37 is rotated by the rotation shafts 42a and 42b, and the attachment portion of the tension coil spring 46 is moved upward. Therefore, the tension coil spring 46 expands between the table support member 37 and the member 47, and urges the prize table 18 to return to its original horizontal state. When the prize table 18 is no longer pressed by the pusher mechanism 19 (pushing member 19P), the prize table 18 is returned to its original horizontal state by the urging force of the tension coil spring 46. Although the tension coil spring 46 is used in this embodiment, other members may be used as long as they can bias the prize table 18 back to its original state.

Next, detailed configurations of the target mechanism 18C and the receiving member 50 in this embodiment will be explained using FIGS. 10 to 15. FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the target mechanism 18C to which the receiving member 50a is attached. FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing the internal structure of the target mechanism 18C shown in FIG. 10.

The target mechanism 18C is provided with a fixed member 55 that rotatably supports the shaft member 51, and an outer peripheral member 54 that covers the fixed member 55. Fixed. Therefore, the shaft member 51 is held in a fixed position relative to the prize table 18 so as to be rotatable. A receiving member 50a is fixed to the shaft member 51 with, for example, a screw 62. Further, as shown in FIG. 11, a torsion coil spring 61 is wound around the shaft member 51 inside the fixing member 55, and both ends 61a and 61b of the torsion coil spring 61 are pressed against the fixing member 59. The fixing member 59 is fixed to a fixing member 55 attached to the prize table 18. Therefore, the rotational range and braking strength of the shaft member 51 on the rotation axis (axis P2 indicated by a broken line in FIG. 11) are defined by the torsion coil spring 61. Note that another elastic member may be provided in place of the torsion coil spring 61 to define the range in which the shaft member 51 can rotate and the braking strength.

A rod-shaped member 58 is provided on the shaft member 51 near both ends thereof with a predetermined distance between the connecting members 57a and 57b. Since the connecting members 57a and 57b are fixed to the shaft member 51 and the rod-shaped member 58, respectively, as the shaft member 51 rotates, the rod-shaped member 58 is regulated by the coil spring 61 about the axis P2. Move in an arc within the range.

A planar front member 53 that covers the fixing member 55 and the outer circumferential member 54 is provided on the side of the fixing member 55 and the outer circumferential member 54 to which the receiving member 50a is attached. One end portion of the shaft member 51 and the rod-shaped member 58 protrudes from the front member 53, and the connecting member 57b is attached to this protruded portion. Further, the front member 53 is formed with an arc-shaped slit 53a centered on the axis P2 and having a width that allows the rod-shaped member 58 to pass through. Therefore, as the shaft member 51 rotates, the rod-shaped member 58 moves in an arc shape and passes through the slit 53a.

The receiving member 50a is formed with a contact surface 50aW to which the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19 is pressed. In the receiving member 50a, for example, the contact surface 50aW is formed into a planar shape with an approximately rectangular outer shape. As shown in FIG. 11, the contact surface 50aW is formed at a position offset from the axis P2, that is, located below the axis P2 by a height of 50H.

For example, when the push member 19P is moved downward and comes into contact with the contact surface 50aW, if the contact is made at a position that coincides with the axis P2 of the contact surface 50aW in the vertical direction, the push member 19P is moved against the contact surface 50aW. Since the receiving member 50 is pressed almost vertically, the receiving member 50 is pushed downward as it is.

Furthermore, when the push member 19P contacts the contact surface 50aW, if the contact occurs at a position that does not coincide with the axis P2 of the contact surface 50aW in the vertical direction, the contact surface 50aW is moved in the direction perpendicular to the push member 19P. The shaft member 51 is rotated by the shaft P2. At this time, the torsion coil spring 61 can buffer the impact when the push member 19P comes into contact with the contact surface 50aW and can brake the rotation. Thereby, it is possible to maintain the contact state of the push member 19P with the contact surface 50aW and continue to push down the receiving member 50 (target mechanism 18C) in accordance with the downward movement of the push member 19P. Note that by increasing or decreasing the strength of the torsion coil spring 61, it is possible to adjust the ease with which the pressing member 19P is maintained in pressure contact with the contact surface 50aW.

Furthermore, if the pushing member 19P continues to push down, the prize table 18 tilts. At this time, in accordance with the inclination of the prize table 18, the shaft member 51 is rotated by the shaft P2 in a direction in which the contact surface 50aW is perpendicular to the push member 19P. Thereby, it is possible to maintain a state in which the pushing member 19P presses down the contact surface 50aW from a substantially perpendicular direction.

For example, as shown in FIG. 12, assume that the pushing member 19P is moved downward to come into contact with the contact surface 50aW of the receiving member 50a, and is pressed down in that state. In this case, as shown in FIG. 13, the prize table 18 is tilted, but due to the rotation of the shaft member 51, the contact surface 50aW of the receiving member 50a becomes approximately perpendicular to the pushing member 19P. Therefore, even if the inclination angle of the prize table 18 changes in accordance with the pushing down by the pushing member 19P, the pushing down can be continued stably.

In this way, by providing the contact surface of the receiving member 50 pushed down by the pushing member 19P at a position separate from the shaft member 51 that allows the receiving member 50 to rotate, the prize table changes its inclination according to the pushing down. 18 and can continue to press down. Furthermore, by defining the rotatable range and braking strength of the receiving member 50 by the torsion coil spring 61, the ease with which the pushing member 19P pushes down the receiving member 50 can be adjusted. Therefore, for example, when the push member 19P is pressed near the end of the contact surface 50aW, the prize table 18 may be tilted by pressing down in that state until the prize falls, or the push member 19P may be pressed against the contact surface 50aW during the push down. It is possible to make adjustments such as deviating from 50aW so that the pressing is interrupted midway and the prize table 18 is only vibrated.

FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the target mechanism 18C to which the receiving member 50b is attached. The target mechanism 18C shown in FIG. 14 is equipped with a receiving member 50b that is different from the receiving member 50a shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 14, the receiving member 50b, like the receiving member 50a, is provided with a contact surface 50bW formed in a substantially rectangular planar shape and against which the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19 is pressed. However, the width W2 of the contact surface 50bW in the direction perpendicular to the axis of the shaft member 51 is larger than the width W1 of the contact surface 50aW in the direction perpendicular to the axis of the shaft member 51. That is, the shape is such that pushing down (pressing) by the pushing member 19P is easier than by the receiving member 50a. The rest of the configuration is the same as described above, so the explanation will be omitted.

FIG. 15 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the target mechanism 18C to which the receiving member 50c is attached. The target mechanism 18C shown in FIG. 15 is equipped with a receiving member 50c that is different from the receiving members 50a and 50b shown in FIGS. 10 and 14.

As shown in FIG. 15, unlike the receiving members 50a and 50b, the receiving member 50c has a curved contact surface against which the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19 is pressed, and has a wider width than the receiving members 50a and 50b. is getting narrower. That is, the shape is such that it is more difficult to push down (pressure contact) with the pushing member 19P than with the receiving members 50a and 50b.

In this way, the difficulty level of the game can be adjusted by providing a plurality of types of receiving members 50 and allowing them to be arbitrarily replaced and attached to the target mechanism 18C.

In addition, in the above description, three types of receiving members 50a, 50b, and 50c are shown, but it is also possible to provide receiving members 50 of other shapes.

For example, in the receiving members 50a and 50b, the outer shape of the contact surfaces 50aW and 50bW is approximately rectangular, but other shapes (circular, polygonal, etc.) are also possible, and the degree of difficulty can be adjusted depending on the area of the contact surfaces. In addition to changing the difficulty level, the difficulty level may be changed depending on the shape of the contact surface.

Moreover, although the contact surfaces 50aW, 50bW of the receiving members 50a, 50b are planar, they may have other shapes. For example, it may have an uneven shape or may have protrusions formed on a portion thereof. Furthermore, a plurality of receiving members 50 whose contact surfaces are made of different materials may be provided. For example, multiple types of materials having different coefficients of friction with the pushing member 19P (material of the tip) are used. Thereby, by mounting the receiving member 50 made of a material with a high coefficient of friction on the target mechanism 18C, it is possible to facilitate the pressing by the pushing member 19P.

Furthermore, as shown in the receiving member 50c, the contact surface with the push member 19P may not only be a convex curved surface but also a concave curved surface. By forming the concave curved surface, the pushing member 19P can be easily locked to the receiving member 50, and the pushing member 19P can be pushed down easily.

Furthermore, in the above description, a plurality of types of receiving members 50 are provided, but the contact portion of the pushing member 19P with the receiving member 50, or the entire pushing member 19P may be replaced. In the above description, it is assumed that the lower end of the pushing member 19P is formed of a tapered shape, for example, an elastic member. It can also be constructed from a member having. Furthermore, although the lower end of the pushing member 19P has a tapered shape, it may be made even more sharp to make pressure contact with the receiving member 50 difficult, or conversely, the area of the lower end of the pushing member 19P may be increased so that the receiving member 50 The shape of the tip of the pushing member 19P can be changed to facilitate pressure contact.

In the game device 10 according to the present embodiment, the difficulty level of pushing down the receiving member 50 by the pushing member 19P can be adjusted by the combination of the pushing member 19P and the receiving member 50.

Next, the functional configuration of the game device 10 in this embodiment will be explained.

FIG. 16 is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the game device 10 in this embodiment. FIG. 16 shows a control unit 70 and a main control panel 24 that are commonly used in the left unit 10L and the right unit 10R, and a control panel 23L and a mechanism section 72L provided in the left unit 10L. The right side unit 10R is provided with the same configuration as the control panel 23L and the mechanism section 72L, and the description thereof will be omitted.

As shown in FIG. 16, inside the casing of the game device 10, there is a control unit 70 in which various units for controlling each part are mounted, and a main control panel that is commonly used for the left side unit 10L and the right side unit 10R. 24, a control panel 23L and a mechanism section 72L corresponding to the left side unit 10L are provided.

The control unit 70 includes a CPU 80, a RAM 81, a storage device 82, an input/output processing unit 83, and a table motor drive section 84 and a pusher motor drive section 85 for controlling a mechanism section 72L provided in the left side unit 10L. Further, although not shown, a communication device for communicating with external devices through a network such as a LAN (Local Area Network) is provided. Although FIG. 16 only shows the mechanism section 72L provided in the left side unit 10L, a mechanism section having the same configuration as the mechanism section 72L is provided in the right side unit 10R. The control unit 70 controls the mechanism section of the right side unit 10R in the same manner as the mechanism section 72L, and a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

The CPU 80 controls the entire game device 10 by executing a control program or a game control program stored in the RAM 81 or the storage device 82. The CPU 80 controls the left unit 10L and the right unit in response to a deposit notification from the electronic money units 28L, 28R or a coin insertion detection signal from the coin insertion sensors 99L, 99R, which are input via the input/output processing unit 83. Credit data indicating the playable number of times corresponding to each of the 10Rs is recorded in the RAM 81. Further, the CPU 80 responds to instructions input via the input/output processing unit 83 in response to user operations on the start button 26L of the control panel 23L and detection signals from the position sensors 19S (19S1, 19S2, 19S3). , controls the pusher motor drive unit 85 to operate the pusher motor 19M. Further, the CPU 80 controls audio output from the speaker 73, display on the touch panel 27, lighting/blinking of the LED group 93, etc. via the input/output processing unit 83.

The RAM 81 temporarily stores various programs such as a control program and a game control program, as well as various data for controlling a game associated with processing executed by the CPU 80. The data recorded in the RAM 81 includes, for example, credit data indicating the number of times the game can be played. The storage device 82 stores programs and data in a nonvolatile storage medium such as a ROM or a hard disk. The input/output processing unit 83 is an interface with various input/output devices provided outside the control unit 70.

The table motor drive section 84 controls the drive of the table motor 30 provided in the mechanism section 72L. The pusher motor drive section 85 controls the drive of the pusher motor 19M provided in the mechanism section 72L.

As shown in FIG. 16, the mechanism section 72L includes a table motor 30, a pusher motor 19M, position sensors 19S (19S1, 19S2, 19S3), an LED group 93, a prize detection sensor 94, and the like.

The table motor 30 is driven by the table motor drive unit 84 and is used to rotate the prize table 18L. The pusher motor 19M is driven by the pusher motor drive section 85, and is used to move the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19L in the vertical direction.

The prize detection sensor 94 detects a prize dropped into the prize drop slot 20L by the operation of the pusher mechanism 19L (pushing member 19P), and notifies the CPU 80 of the detected prize.

Although not shown, the game device 10 detects the amount of rotation (rotation speed) of the prize table 18L rotated by the table motor 30 and the fact that the prize table 18L is in a preset inclination (gradient) state. It is assumed that various sensors are provided for the detection, and detection signals are notified to the CPU 80 through the input/output processing unit 83. The CPU 80 controls the driving of each part according to notifications from each sensor.

The control panel 23L is provided with only one start button 26L. Therefore, the player can easily understand that this is a game in which only the start button 26L is operated.

The main control panel 24 includes a touch panel 27, electronic money units 28L, 28R, coin insertion slots 29L, 29R, and coin insertion sensors 99L, 99R. The electronic money unit 28L, coin insertion slot 29L, and coin insertion sensor 99L are for inputting game fees for game play in the left side unit 10L, and the electronic money unit 28R, coin insertion slot 29R, and coin insertion sensor 99R are , is for inputting the game fee for game play in the right unit 10R.

The electronic money units 28L and 28R are units for depositing a game fee amount when an electronic money card is brought close to the electronic money units 28L and 28R. The electronic money units 28L and 28R can set the game fee to be deposited, for example, under the control of a server device connected to the game device 10 via a network (LAN, etc.) or the control unit 70 (CPU 80).

The coin insertion sensor 99L detects a coin inserted from the coin insertion slot 29L, and outputs a detection signal indicating coin insertion to the input/output processing unit 83. The coin insertion sensor 99R detects a coin inserted from the coin insertion slot 29R, and outputs a detection signal indicating coin insertion to the input/output processing unit 83. The CPU 80 records credit data indicating the number of playable times corresponding to the left unit 10L or the right unit 10R in response to detection signals from the coin insertion sensors 99L and 99R received through the input/output processing unit 83.

The touch panel 27 displays various information under the control of the CPU 80. The touch panel 27 displays, for example, the number of credits (playable number of times), operation mode, and the like. Further, the touch panel 27 displays the game fee, the deposited amount, the remaining number of plays (number of credits), a function setting menu (button), a message to the player, and the like. Note that the function setting menu (setting screen) is not normally displayed so that the player cannot operate it, but is displayed by performing a predetermined operation. For example, a setting button is provided on the upper housing 12 inside the transparent plate 15. When this setting button is operated, the CPU 80 changes the display on the touch panel 27 from one for games to one for various settings (menu for function settings). The CPU 80 executes various settings (storage of setting data) in response to operations on the function setting menu, and changes the display on the touch panel 27 to one for the game after completing the settings. In this way, by allowing various settings to be made using the touch panel 27 provided on the main control panel 24, the setting work can be performed in a comfortable posture.

The setting device 74 is used by the administrator to make various settings for the game device 10, and includes, for example, a plurality of buttons (select button, enter button, up/down/left/right buttons, etc.) for inputting various setting operations. ), a display for displaying various setting screens, etc. is installed. The CPU 80 stores the setting data set in the setting device 74 in, for example, the storage device 82, and controls the game according to this setting data. The setting data includes, for example, the rotation speed and rotation direction (clockwise rotation, left rotation) of the prize table 18L during game execution, the initial position (height) of the push member 19P, and the rotation speed of the push member 19P according to the operation of the start button 26L. There are speeds for moving downwards, etc. The administrator of the game device 10 can adjust the difficulty level of the game, that is, the difficulty level of pushing down the prize table 18L with the pushing member 19P, by changing the contents of the setting data.

Note that the game device 10 may be configured to allow various settings to be made by operating the touch panel 27 instead of the setting device 74. For example, a transition to the setting mode (test mode) is instructed by operating a predetermined button set on the touch panel 27. When the CPU 80 detects an instruction to shift to the setting mode (test mode), the CPU 80 causes the touch panel 27 to display a setting screen. The CPU 80 stores setting data in, for example, the storage device 82 according to the setting contents instructed through the setting screen.

Next, the operation of the game device 10 in this embodiment will be explained.

FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the game control process executed based on the game control program of the game device 10.

The CPU 80 of the game device 10 can cause the player to perform, for example, a demonstration operation while the game is not being played. For example, the CPU 80 also rotates the prize table 18 by driving the table motor 30 through the table motor drive unit 84 . As a result, the prize placed on the prize table 18 is rotated to appeal the product to the player and encourage them to play the game, and the rotation speed of the prize table 18 (the receiving member 50 is lower than the pushing member 19P) The player can be made aware of the speed at which the player will reach.

Further, the CPU 80 drives the pusher motor 19M through the pusher motor drive unit 85 to move the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19 up and down within a range that does not reach the receiving member 50, for example. Thereby, the player can be made aware of the operation when operating the start buttons 26L, 26R, the moving speed of the push member 19P, etc. before starting the game.

In this way, by performing the demonstration operation, the player is made aware of the current setting state of the game device 10 (rotational speed of the prize table 18, moving speed of the push member 19P), thereby making it easier to play the game. I can do it. In particular, even a player who has never used the game device 10 can easily understand the game content.

Note that instead of having the demonstration operation performed all the time, the game device 10 is provided with a human sensor (not shown), and the demonstration operation is performed when it is detected that a person has moved near the game device 10. You can do it like this.

When playing the game, the player pays the game play fee by inserting a predetermined coin from the coin slot 29L or by performing a predetermined operation on the electronic money unit 28L. When the CPU 80 receives a coin insertion detection signal from the coin insertion sensor 99L (Step A1, Yes) or a deposit notification (charging process) from the electronic money unit 28L (Step A2, Yes), the CPU 80 performs a process before accepting an operation by the player. Starts the initial game operation.

The CPU 80 positions the pushing member 19P at the initial position by driving the pusher motor 19M through the pusher motor drive section 85 (Step A3). That is, for example, the CPU 80 moves the pushing member 19P (detecting member 19P3) to the upper limit position detected by the position sensor 19S1, and then moves it downward until it is detected by the position sensor 19S2. When the push member 19P has been positioned to the initial position, the CPU 80 starts a time count to determine the effective time period for the player's operation on the start button 26L (step A4), and enters a waiting state for operation on the start button 26L (step A4). Step A6, No). During this time, the CPU 80 informs the player of the remaining time until the effective operation time by displaying the remaining time on the touch panel 27 (for example, the number of seconds remaining), sound from the speaker 73, and lighting/blinking of the LED group 93. Can be notified.

If the start button 26L is not operated within the valid operation time (time over) (Step S6, Yes), the CPU 80 controls at least one of the display on the touch panel 27, the sound from the speaker 73, and the lighting/blinking of the LED group 93. 1, the player is notified of the time over (step A7). In this case, the CPU 80 starts control for moving the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19, which will be described later, downward at the timing when the time has elapsed (step A8). That is, even if the player does not operate the start button 26L, the player is provided with an opportunity to win a prize by performing an operation of moving the push member 19P downward. Note that if the start button 26L is not operated within the valid operation time, the game may be ended without moving the push member 19P downward.

On the other hand, when the CPU 80 detects that the start button 26L has been operated within the valid operation time (step A5, Yes), the pusher motor drive unit 85 causes the pusher motor drive unit 85 to move the push member 19P downward from the initial position. through which the pusher motor 19M is driven. As a result, the pushing member 19P of the pusher mechanism 19 starts moving downward.

As a result, when the pushing member 19P comes into pressure contact with the receiving member 50 of any of the target mechanisms 18C provided on the outer periphery of the prize table 18L and the pushing member 19P is pressed down, the prize table 18L begins to be tilted by the tilting mechanism. With this inclination, the coupling between the first member 35 and the second member 31 is disconnected, and the rotation of the prize table 18L is stopped.

When the pushing member 19P continues to push down the receiving member 50 and the inclination angle of the prize table 18L increases, the prize falls from the prize table 18L and is stored in the prize drop slot 20L. At this time, the prize detection sensor 94 detects that the prize has fallen into the prize drop slot 20L and notifies the CPU 80. When the CPU 80 receives the notification from the prize detection sensor 94 (Step A9, Yes), the CPU 80 detects that the prize has been won by at least one of the display on the touch panel 27, the sound from the speaker 73, and the lighting/blinking of the LED group 93. Output is performed to notify the player (and the administrator of the game device 10) of the fact (step A10).

Further, if a communication device is provided for communicating with an external device through a network, the CPU 80 notifies the administrator of the game device 10 that the prize has been won by the player, and replenishes the prize. You may also encourage this.

On the other hand, when the tilt detection sensor (not shown) detects that the prize table 18L has tilted to the maximum angle, or the position sensor 19S3 detects that the push member 19P has been moved to the lower limit position, the CPU 80 (Step A11, Yes), the moving direction of the push member 19P is changed upward, the push member 19P is moved to a predetermined position (for example, the initial position), and the game is ended.

When the prize table 18L is no longer pressed down by the pushing member 19P, it is returned to its original horizontal state by the biasing force of the tension coil spring 46, as described above.

In this way, in the game device 10 according to the present embodiment, by simply operating the start button 26L, the pushing member 19P is instructed to start moving, and the pushing member 19P tilts the prize table 18L, thereby placing the prize on the prize table 18L. It is possible to provide a game in which prizes that have been placed fall down. In other words, it is possible to provide a game device in which the game content can be easily understood and the ease of obtaining prizes can be emphasized.

In the game device 10 according to the present embodiment, the rotation speed of the prize table 18L and the vertical movement speed of the push member 19P are constant, but the speeds may be changed during the game, or the rotation speed of the push member 19P is fixed. It is also possible to add movement/stop control. This allows you to adjust the difficulty level of the game and change the game content.

Furthermore, in the above description, the pushing member 19P is moved downward by the pusher mechanism 19 to press the receiving member 50 of the target mechanism 18C downward (pushing down). The mechanism is not limited to the downward direction (vertical direction), but can also be used to press in other directions such as diagonally downward, lateral, or even upward.

Further, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments as they are, and in the implementation stage, the constituent elements can be modified and embodied without departing from the spirit of the invention. Moreover, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining the plurality of components disclosed in the above embodiments. For example, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the embodiments. Furthermore, components of different embodiments may be combined as appropriate.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10... Game device, 12... Upper housing, 13... Lower housing, 15... Transparent board, 16... Field board, 17 (17L, 17R)... Prize stand, 18 (18L, 18R)... Prize table, 18C (18C1) , 18C2, 18C3, 18C4)...Target mechanism, 19 (19L, 19R)...Pusher machine, 19P...Pushing member, 20 (20L, 20R)...Prize drop opening, 21 (21L, 21R)...Prize extraction port, 22... Front maintenance door, 23 (23L, 23R)... Control panel, 24... Main control panel, 25... Prize stock shelf, 26L, 26R... Start button, 27... Touch panel, 28 (28L, 28R)... Electronic money unit, 29 ( 29L, 29R)...Coin slot, 50 (50a, 50b, 50c)...Receiving member (catch cover).

Claims (5)

A pressing mechanism used in a game device that allows prizes to be obtained,
a first mechanism fixed to a tiltable table;
a second mechanism that presses the first mechanism to tilt the table;
The second mechanism is configured to move and press a pushing member in a predetermined direction, and the first mechanism is configured to press the pushing member against the table within a prescribed range. A pushing mechanism that allows movement. The first mechanism includes a receiving member to which the pushing member is pressed by movement of the pushing member, and the receiving member is brought into pressure contact with the pushing member so that the receiving member can be rotated with respect to the table. 2. The pressing mechanism according to claim 1, further comprising a shaft member. The pressing mechanism according to claim 2, further comprising a member that defines a rotation range of the shaft member. 3. The pressing mechanism according to claim 2, wherein the first mechanism has a configuration that allows the receiving member to be attached and detached. 2. The pushing mechanism according to claim 1, wherein the second mechanism has a configuration in which a contact portion of the pushing member with the receiving member is replaceable.