JP5029138B2 - Personal containers and vending machines - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To reduce trash by promoting the spread of "my bottle" or the like. <P>SOLUTION: In this personal vessel such as a drink vessel or a cooking storage vessel, a vessel main body 5 is installed with an IC tag 1, the IC tag 1 is attached with a settlement means allowing cash settlement, settlement of a price can be performed by the settlement means imparted to the attached IC tag 1 when purchasing a drink or the like by use of the personal vessel, and a PET bottle, a can, and a paper cup or the like are reduced. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&amp;INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a personal container and a vending machine, and more specifically, a personal container provided with an IC tag provided with a settlement means for enabling cash settlement, and food and food using such a personal container. The present invention relates to a vending machine equipped with a system for purchasing beverages.

  In the case of an electric rice cooker, an electric hot water storage container, etc., a part (for example, JAN seal) for identifying the product is attached. Bar codes are also frequently used as product identification parts.

  For example, in the case of an electric rice cooker, as disclosed in Patent Document 1, a part for identifying a product (for example, a product identification tag) is attached to an individual packaging box for packing the electric rice cooker. It is supposed to be.

JP 2002-112888 A.

  However, the conventional product identification tag has only a function for identifying a product, and does not have a means for storing a settlement method or personal information (for example, personal preference, allergy, etc.).

  In recent years, development of an IC tag (electronic tag) using an IC chip having a large information storage amount has been advanced and put into practical use.

  On the other hand, when considering beverage sales in my bottles due to environmental problems of garbage, the payment method and personal information (for example, personal preferences, allergies, etc.) are stored in IC tags attached to my bottles etc. If possible, it is thought to contribute greatly to promoting the use of my bottles.

  For example, by attaching an IC tag with a cash settlement function to my bottles, it is possible to purchase beverages by bringing my bottles into a vending machine for businesses, and reduce the use of plastic bottles, cans, paper cups, etc. It can also be considered for convenience stores and coffee chains, and if this trash can be reduced, customer data can be collected and automated, labor can be saved. If allergic information of the user is put in the IC tag, the information can be collated with the purchased one, and a warning can be displayed when allergic substances are contained. Furthermore, in a coffee shop or the like, if the recipe data of the original blend is input to the IC tag, it will not be explained to the store clerk and can be automated. Furthermore, in order to limit a favorite thing (for example, a sweet thing and a high-calorie thing), the frequency | count of a day can be restrict | limited and a user can be alerted.

  This invention is made | formed in view of said point, and aims at reduction of garbage by promoting the spread of my bottles etc.

  In the present invention, as a first means for solving the above-mentioned problems, in a personal container such as a beverage container or a cooking storage container, an IC tag is attached to the container body, and cash payment can be made to the IC tag. A payment method is provided.

  By configuring as described above, when a beverage or the like is purchased using a personal container, the payment can be made by the payment means attached to the attached IC tag. Can purchase beverages by bringing in my bottles, and can reduce the use of plastic bottles, cans, paper cups, and the like.

  In the present invention, as a second means for solving the above problems, in the personal container provided with the first means, a storage means for storing information on user preferences and allergies in the IC tag. It is also possible to make it possible to purchase foods and beverages based on the stored information of the storage means, and in such a case, information on user preferences (for example, preferences for sugar, milk, etc.) and allergies Based on this, it is possible to purchase foods and the like, contributing to the spread of my bottles and the like, and facilitating automation and the like.

  In the present invention, as a third means for solving the above-mentioned problem, in the personal container provided with the above first or second means, the IC tag includes a restricting means for enabling the use restriction. In such a case, the user can be alerted by limiting the number of times of use per day in order to limit a favorite item (for example, a sweet item or a high-calorie item).

  In the invention of the present application, as a fourth means for solving the above-mentioned problems, an automatic equipped with a system for purchasing food and beverages using a personal container provided with the first, second or third means. A vending machine can also be provided, and in such a case, beverages, foods, etc. can be purchased with vending machines using personal containers attached with IC tags. You can contribute even more.

  According to the first means of the present invention, in a personal container such as a beverage container or a cooking storage container, an IC tag is attached to the container body, and a settlement means for enabling cash settlement is attached to the IC tag. In addition, when purchasing beverages using personal containers, the payment means attached to the attached IC tag can be used to settle the price. Beverages can be purchased by bringing in my bottles, and there is an effect that PET bottles, cans, paper cups and the like can be reduced.

  As in the second means of the present invention, in the personal container provided with the first means, the IC tag is provided with storage means for storing information on user preferences and allergies, and the storage of the storage means It is also possible to purchase foods and beverages based on information, and in such a case, foods and beverages can be purchased based on user preferences (for example, sugar and milk preferences) and information on allergies. In addition to contributing to the spread of my bottles and the like, automation and the like become easy.

  As in the third means of the present invention, in the personal container provided with the above first or second means, the IC tag may be provided with a restricting means that makes it possible to restrict the use. If it is configured, it is possible to limit the number of daily use in order to limit a favorite item (for example, a sweet item or a high-calorie item) to alert the user.

  As in the fourth means of the present invention, it is also possible to provide a vending machine provided with a system that can purchase food and beverages using a personal container provided with the first, second or third means. In such a configuration, beverages, foods and the like can be purchased with a vending machine using a personal container provided with an IC tag, which can further contribute to the spread of my bottles and the like.

  Hereinafter, several preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

  First, the configuration of an IC tag and a transmission / reception unit used in each of the following embodiments will be described with reference to FIG.

  The IC tag 1 set on the personal container M side includes a power supply circuit 1b, a radio frequency (RF) circuit (wireless transmission / reception circuit) 1c, a modulation circuit 1d, a demodulation circuit 1e, a CPU 1f, and a CPU 1f. And a memory 1a that is connected so as to be able to input and output and stores various kinds of information.

  The power supply circuit 1b incorporates a capacitor (not shown) that acts as a storage battery, and this capacitor forms a resonance circuit together with the coil-type first transmission / reception antenna 3. In addition, this capacitor rectifies and stabilizes the electric power generated by the mutual induction when the first transmitting / receiving antenna 3 receives a radio wave having a specific frequency (a radio wave having a frequency resonating the above-described resonance circuit). The IC tag 1 is to be activated by supplying it to the CPU 1f. The first transmitting / receiving antenna 3 includes, for example, a magnetic core member 3a formed by laminating a plurality of soft magnetic amorphous foils or a plurality of metal foils via an insulating layer made of a heat resistant resin or a heat resistant inorganic material. And a heat-resistant coated conductor 3b wound around the outer periphery of the magnetic core member 3a, and has high heat resistance.

  The memory 1a includes, for example, a ROM, a RAM, and an EEROM, and is stored in the memory 1a in response to a read command by digital data communication of a transmission radio wave from the transmission / reception unit 2 described later under the control of the CPU 1f. In addition to reading various information, necessary data can be written according to a write command from the transmission / reception unit 2 as necessary.

  The IC tag 1 and the first transmission / reception antenna 3 are packaged in a predetermined heat-resistant plastic case and set in a proper place of a product (for example, my bottle). It is made of a synthetic resin having high heat resistance such as epoxy, polyphenylsulfide or phenol, and can be used at a high temperature of 150 to 250 ° C., for example.

  As described above, the IC tag 1 configured to have various information memories, wireless transmission functions, and the like corresponds to the transmission / reception unit 2 disposed on the reader Y side (or / and the appropriate place of the product). It is configured to be able to send and receive wirelessly.

  The transmission / reception unit 2 reads various information stored on the IC tag 1 side, transfers the information to the microcomputer on the reader Y side (or / and the product side), and inputs it to the memory 1a on the IC tag 1 side. And a data processing circuit unit for processing radio wave data received by the same coil-type second transmission / reception antenna 4 that interacts with the first transmission / reception antenna 3. The second transmission / reception antenna 4 transmits a predetermined radio wave to the first transmission / reception antenna 3 on the IC tag 1 side and receives a predetermined radio wave from the first transmission / reception antenna 3 on the IC tag 1 side. Is configured to do. The data processing circuit unit is connected to the second transmission / reception antenna 4, and includes a power supply circuit 2a incorporating a battery, a radio frequency (RF) circuit (wireless transmission / reception circuit) 2b, a modulation circuit 2c, and a demodulation circuit. A circuit 2d, a CPU 2e, and a memory 2f connected to the CPU 2e so as to be able to input and output and store information read from the memory 1a of the IC tag 1 are configured.

  Reading various information stored in the memory 1a in the IC tag 1 is binarized from the second transmitting / receiving antenna 4 on the transmitting / receiving unit 2 side toward the first transmitting / receiving antenna 3 on the IC tag 1 side. The digital data signal is transmitted by radio waves of a specific frequency. This digital data signal is modulated by the modulation circuit 2 c, amplified by the RF circuit 2 b, and transmitted from the second transmitting / receiving antenna 4. The transmitted radio wave is received by the first transmitting / receiving antenna 3 on the IC tag 1 side, and electric power is charged in the storage capacitor of the power supply circuit 1b by the mutual induction action between the antenna coils at the time of reception. This charging power is supplied as operating power from the power supply circuit 1b to the CPU 1f, and activates the IC tag 1 to operate the RF circuit 1c.

  The CPU 1f on the IC tag 1 side transmits various information stored in the memory 1a as data based on the received signal (read command signal). The various information data are transmitted by modulating the binarized digital data signal by the modulation circuit 1d and then amplifying it by the RF circuit 1c and transmitting it from the first transmission / reception antenna 3 as described above. . The transmitted digital data is received by the second transmission / reception antenna 4 on the transmission / reception unit 2 side, processed by the data processing circuit unit, and transferred to the microcomputer on the reader Y side. Thereby, appropriate solid identification is realized.

  An input device (input circuit) 2g is connected to the input gate of the CPU 2e on the transmission / reception unit 2 side, and necessary additional information from a predetermined external input means (for example, the reader Y) is input to the input device 2g. And is written to the memory 1a outside the IC tag 1 through the CPU 2e and the RF circuit 2b.

First Embodiment FIG. 2 shows a liquid heat retaining container (hereinafter referred to as “my bottle”) which is an example of a personal container according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

The my bottle M ₁ is a vacuum double container made of stainless steel, for example, and includes a container body 5 and a lid body 6 that can be opened and closed with respect to the container body 5. The IC tag 1 is attached to the upper back of the container body 5.

  The IC tag 1 is provided with settlement means for enabling cash settlement.

A procedure for purchasing a beverage using the my bottle M ₁ having the above configuration will be described below with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

If this is the first time, bring my bottle M ₁ in a special vending machine, enter cash charge and the necessary information input (for example, personal identification number, taste, amount, etc.).

  From the second time, only the operations described below are performed.

  First, in step S1, it is determined whether or not a predetermined drinking water selection time has elapsed. This drinking water selection time is the time when the specific drinking water desired by the user is selected. If the specific drinking water is selected before the time has elapsed, in other words, in step S1. If a negative determination is made and a desired drinking water is selected in step S2, the drinking water is poured out in step S3. On the other hand, when an affirmative determination is made in step S1 (in other words, when the time has elapsed without selecting a specific drinking water), the information stored in the IC tag 1 in step S4 is also stored. And drinking water will be poured out. Next, in step S5, it is determined whether or not the cash charged in the IC tag 1 is sufficient, and if a negative determination is made (in other words, it is determined that there is a shortage), there is a shortage in step S6. The portion is cashed in and deducted from the charged cash in step S7. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S5 (in other words, if it is determined that there is enough), the process proceeds directly to step S7, where a deduction from the charged cash is performed. Thereafter, cash discount points are added as benefits in step S8.

As described above, in the case of the present embodiment, the drinking water stored in the IC tag 1 and its amount are automatically poured out simply by setting the my bottle M ₁ at the spout of the vending machine. It is. In addition, the purchase price is settled with cash charged in the IC tag 1. In other words, in the company for a vending machine, it is possible to buy a drink in bringing My bottle M _1, PET bottles, it is possible to reduce cans, paper cups and the like. It can also be used for convenience stores and coffee shops. In this case as well, labor saving can be achieved if waste reduction, customer data collection, and automation can be achieved. It should be noted that, from the set My bottle M _1, for identification during the actual purchase, may be performed vein confirmed by vending machine side. In addition, at the coffee shop, etc., and should enter the data of the recipe of the original blend, to be free also to explain to the clerk, also, in the case of it also becomes possible to be automated (automation, just to set my bottle M ₁ And if you like black coffee, you can buy black coffee).

  By the way, in the present embodiment, the IC tag 1 may be provided with a storage means for storing personal information and a restriction means for enabling use restriction.

  Personal information includes user preferences (amount of sugar / milk and coffee / tea / other juices), purchase amount (1 cup, etc.), age (in the case of alcohol), allergy information, calorie restriction (1 day ), My bottle information (capacity, whether it is for cold storage), etc., which can be purchased automatically at stores and vending machines. In particular, when information related to allergies is stored in the storage means of the IC tag 1, the information may be collated with what is purchased, and a warning may be displayed when allergic substances are included. In addition, when the IC tag 1 is provided with a restricting means for restricting the use, the user is allowed to restrict the number of daily use in order to restrict a favorite drink (for example, a sweet or high-calorie). You can call attention.

Second Embodiment FIG. 4 shows a portable insulated lunch box (hereinafter referred to as a launcher) which is an example of a personal container according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

The launcher M ₂ includes a container body 7 and a lid body 8 that is detachable from the container body 7. The IC tag 1 is attached to the front surface of the lid 8.

  The IC tag 1 is provided with a settlement unit that enables cash settlement, a storage unit that stores personal information, and a regulation unit that allows usage restriction.

  In this case, as in the first embodiment, cash settlement is possible. However, if allergy information or calorie information is input by the storage means, the presence or absence of allergens is selected when the side dish is selected. The total calories are calculated and can be used as a guide when purchasing side dishes.

  Since other configurations and operational effects are the same as those in the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted.

  By the way, even in the combination of the my bottle and the electric pot which is a personal container of the present invention, it is possible to know the amount of hot water to be supplied from the IC tag information and automatically supply hot water without pressing the hot water key.

  Further, by leaving a hot water supply history in the product itself of the electric pot, it is possible to calculate the usage amount and the usage fee.

  The invention of the present application is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and it goes without saying that the design can be changed as appropriate without departing from the scope of the invention.

It is a circuit block diagram of the IC tag and transmission / reception unit used for the personal container concerning each embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view of the liquid thermal insulation container which is an example of the personal container concerning the 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the point of the drinking water purchase by the liquid thermal insulation container which is an example of the container for personal use concerning the 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the portable heat insulation lunch box which is an example of the personal container concerning the 2nd Embodiment of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

1 is an IC tag, 2 is a transmission / reception unit, 3 is a first transmission / reception antenna, 4 is a second transmission / reception antenna, 5 is a container body, 6 is a lid body, 7 is a container body, 8 is a lid body, M is a personal container, and M ₁ is a liquid thermal insulation container ( My bottle)
M ₂ is a portable heated lunch box (launcher)

Claims (4)

  Personal containers such as beverage containers, cooking storage containers, etc., wherein an IC tag is attached to the container body, and the IC tag is provided with a settlement means for enabling cash settlement. Container.   2. The IC tag according to claim 1, further comprising storage means for storing information relating to user preferences and allergies so that foods and beverages can be purchased based on the storage information stored in the storage means. Personal container.   The personal container according to any one of claims 1 and 2, wherein the IC tag is provided with a restricting means for restricting use.   A vending machine provided with a system capable of purchasing food and beverages using the personal container according to any one of claims 1, 2, and 3.

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