KR101183231B1 - Beverage vending system using smart cup - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a system for automatically selling drinks using a smart cup, comprising: a smart cup having an information tag in which the price information and user recognition information are recorded; Read the information tag of the smart cup (read) to compare the remaining amount and the beverage selling price to control the beverage sale / non-available state according to the comparison result, and to control the payment request through the communication network according to the user's selection Beverage vending machines; And a payment server for determining whether to approve payment of the payment based on the amount of money currently available when the payment request data is transmitted from the beverage vending machine.
The present invention can save resources and energy by suppressing the use of disposable products by purchasing a drink using a smart cup with an information tag instead of the disposable cup, which is not only environmentally friendly, but also required when using a conventional disposable cup. You can buy beverages at the same cost as you would, and you can choose the type and amount of beverage you want, so you can control your beverage intake and minimize the amount of beverages you throw away. In addition, since the user pays only the amount of the beverage selected by the user, the beverage can be purchased at a reasonable price.

Description

Beverage vending system using smart cup {Beverage vending system using smart cup}

The present invention relates to a beverage vending system using a smart cup, and in particular, by using a smart cup with an information tag instead of a disposable cup of a vending machine as a payment method and a beverage storage means, as well as saving resources The present invention relates to a beverage vending system using a smart cup that can be easily managed vending machine.

1 is a schematic configuration diagram of a conventional vending machine, the conventional vending machine is a currency detector 11 for detecting a currency to be inserted into a coin or bill input slot, a currency indicator 12 for displaying the input currency and the money If the detected amount from the detector 11 is greater than the product sales amount, the automatic selection control unit 14 controls the product selection state, controls the supply of the selected product, and the menu selection detector detecting the menu selection. 13), the selection product supplier 15 for supplying the product detected by the menu selection detector 13, and the currency return unit 16 for returning the input money in accordance with the selection of the return lever for selecting the input currency return Include.

The operation of a vending machine that sells products such as coffee, beverages, and tobacco, which is configured as described above, recognizes the amount of money input from the money detector 11 when a coin or bill is input through a coin or a bank entrance. To be displayed on the money display 12.

Then, the vending machine is in a state capable of selecting a product. At this time, when the user selects a desired product, the product detected by the menu selection detector 13 is provided by the selection product supplier 15 through the outlet.

However, such a conventional vending machine simply stores a specific product and performs the function of providing the product according to a user's choice. However, when using coins and paper money, it is always necessary to carry this paper money or a coin. There is a inconvenience, or even when using an IC card to be carried with a variety of other cards, there are also various problems, such as difficult to carry and manage.

In addition, a vending machine that sells coffee, etc., uses a disposable cup, while a vending machine that sells beverages uses cans, plastic bags, or paper cartons, which not only intensify waste of resources but also separates water or recycles them. There is a problem that a lot of manpower and cost is consumed on the back.

In addition, the amount of coffee or beverage discharged from the vending machine is not adjusted according to the user's preference, so that the remaining coffee or beverage is thrown away on the floor or the trash bin, which pollutes the environment around the vending machine, and prepares a separate collection container. have.

In addition to these vending machines, beverage refilling systems used in convenience stores and restaurants also use disposable cups, which causes problems such as waste of resources and recycling, and allows users to refill beverages only at businesses that paid for refilling drinks. There is a problem in not being provided with the necessary amount of drink.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to purchase a drink using a smart cup with an information tag instead of the disposable cup of the vending machine to save resources and energy by suppressing the use of disposable products, and the user can It is possible to select the type and the amount of discharge so that the user can adjust the drink intake appropriately, as well as provide a beverage sales system using a smart cup that can minimize the amount of discarded beverages.

Beverage automatic sales system using a smart cup according to the present invention for achieving the above object of the present invention, the smart cup is formed with an information tag recorded the amount information and user recognition information; Read the information tag of the smart cup (read) to compare the remaining amount and the beverage selling price to control the beverage sale / non-available state according to the comparison result, and to control the payment request through the communication network according to the user's selection Beverage vending machines; And a payment server for determining whether to approve payment of the payment based on the amount of money currently available when the payment request data is transmitted from the beverage vending machine.

In this case, the beverage vending machine is a vending machine body, a cup holder in which the smart cup is placed, a tag information reader installed in the cup holder to read the information tag of the smart cup, and the tag information reader. And the automatic sales control unit for comparing the remaining amount and the beverage selling price by controlling the information of the control unit, and controlling the beverage selling state if it is available for sale according to the comparison result, and controlling the payment request according to the user's selection, and the automatic selling. A data communication processing unit for performing data communication for payment request / approval through a communication network under a control of the control unit, and a screen installed on the front of the main body to select numerals, letters, and function keys under control of the automatic sales control unit; And a touch screen for outputting information related to automatic beverage sales, and a beverage stored in the main body. Is connected to the beverage reservoir, and the beverage reservoir is characterized in that it comprises a discharge nozzle which is installed on the top of the cup holder for discharging the beverage selected by the user.

Here, at the bottom of the touch screen, function buttons such as a beverage type selection button and a beverage capacity selection button and display means for beverage refill notification and various alarm notifications are provided.

And, the beverage reservoir is characterized in that the level sensor for detecting the remaining amount of the stored beverage is installed.

In addition, the automatic sales control unit is characterized in that the control unit to notify the product shortage to the management of the beverage vending machine when the remaining amount of beverage is detected through the level sensor.

On the other hand, the upper end of the discharge nozzle is characterized in that the stopper for opening or closing the nozzle is installed.

The automatic sales control unit may further include a memory for storing vending machine sales information including product sales information and vending machine state information.

If the result of comparing the remaining amount with the selling price of the drink is an unsold amount, the automatic selling control unit displays a non-sold beverage sale status and lack of money information so that the user can determine whether to fill the amount, and the user fills the amount. When the data requested by the user from the payment server through the data communication processing unit is characterized in that the charge.

On the other hand, the payment server is characterized in that it is possible to charge the smart cup using a credit card, check card or cash in a prepaid or postpaid manner.

The smart cup may form an information tag by printing an information tag on the cup or by attaching the information tag to the cup.

The beverage vending machine may install an impact sensor or a position movement detection sensor to detect external shock detection or theft detection information, and transmit a route notification message to a manager or a vending machine management server through a data communication processor.

According to the beverage sales system using a smart cup as described above, by purchasing a drink using a smart cup with an information tag in place of the disposable cup when purchasing the drink of the vending machine, it is possible to save resources and energy by suppressing the use of disposable products. In addition to being eco-friendly, you can purchase drinks at a cost that is lower than the cost of using existing disposable cups, and you can use smart cups to provide various events to users at specific companies or stores. You can expect the advertising effect of the retailer, there is an effect that can provide more fun and benefits to the user.

In addition, the present invention allows the user to select the type and amount of beverages he or she wants, so that the user can not only adjust his or her drink intake appropriately, but also the amount of discarded beverages can be minimized, as much as the amount of beverages selected by the user himself. You only have to pay for the cost of buying drinks at a reasonable price.

In addition, the present invention can check the remaining state of the beverage to inform the state of charge of the beverage through the communication network to charge the beverage quickly, the breakage of the beverage vending machine by installing an impact sensor or position shift sensor as needed By sending a warning notification message about theft or theft, the beverage vending machine can be easily managed.

1 is a schematic configuration diagram of a conventional vending machine,
Figure 2 is a block diagram showing the overall configuration of the automatic drink sales system using a smart cup according to the present invention,
3 is a front view of a beverage vending machine according to the present invention;
4 is a side view of a beverage vending machine according to the present invention;
5 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a beverage vending machine according to another embodiment of the present invention.

While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof are shown by way of example in the drawings and will herein be described in detail. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not intended to be limited to the particular embodiments, but includes all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the invention. Like reference numerals are used for like elements in describing each drawing.

Unless defined otherwise, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries are to be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with the contextual meaning of the related art and are to be interpreted as either ideal or overly formal in the sense of the present application Do not.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, it will be described in detail a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a block diagram showing the overall configuration of a beverage vending system using a smart cup according to the present invention, Figure 3 is a front view of the beverage vending machine according to the invention, Figure 4 is a beverage vending machine according to the invention Figure 5 is a side view, Figure 5 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a beverage vending machine according to another embodiment of the present invention.

2 to 5, the automatic drink sales system using a smart cup according to the present invention, the smart cup 10, the beverage vending machine 20 is formed with an information tag recorded the amount information and user recognition information and , Payment server 40, vending machine management server (50).

First, the smart cup 10 may be manufactured by printing an information tag on a general cup and designing the method, or by attaching an information tag to the general cup. In addition, a removable cover may be provided at the upper end of the smart cup 10, wherein a beverage outlet is installed at one end of the cover, and a beverage inlet may be installed at the other end of the cover.

In the case of the smart cup 10 with the information tag printed, it is possible to release a cup designed not only with a logo or character of a specific company but also with a variety of characters, characters, and pictures according to a user's preference, thereby increasing the user's choice of cups. Can be.

In the case of the smart cup 10 with the information tag attached, if there is no personal smart cup 10, the user outputs the information tag through user authentication to the general cup disposed in the store or the beverage vending machine 20. Can be attached, the purchase price of the cup itself can be lowered by using a cup made of cheaper material than the smart cup (10) printed information tag.

Since the smart cup 10 is not disposable, it is not only effective for saving resources, but also can be refilled at all stores nationwide for one day or a certain period of time, a smart cup filled with accumulated mileage, and a certain amount of free gift. Charged smart cups, lovers-only smart cups, children-only smart cups, etc. can be used in various event events of the store or a specific company.

Therefore, the smart cup 10 may continue to refill the drink using the amount charged in the information tag through the beverage vending machine 20 or the beverage vending machine 20 installed in the store while the user carries it unattended. .

On the other hand, the beverage vending machine 20 is installed in the vending machine body 21, the cup holder 22, the smart cup 10 is placed, and the cup holder 22, the information of the smart cup 10 Analyzes the information from the tag information reader 23 for reading a tag and the information from the tag information reader 23, compares the remaining amount with the beverage selling price, and if the amount is available for sale according to the comparison result, the beverage can be sold. Control the automatic sales control unit 24 to control the payment request according to the user's selection by displaying a non-sold beverage sales status and lack of money information if the amount is not sold. According to the data communication processing unit 25 for performing a data communication for payment request / approval through a communication network, and the front of the main body 21, the number, letters and Function keys A touch screen 26 for outputting a selectable screen and outputting information related to automatic selling of beverages, a beverage storage container 27 for storing at least one beverage in the body 21, and the beverage storage container It is connected to the (27) and at the same time the upper portion of the cup holder 22 is composed of a discharge nozzle 28 for discharging the beverage selected by the user.

In addition, the beverage vending machine 20 has function buttons 30 such as a beverage type selection button and a beverage capacity selection button at the bottom of the touch screen 26, a beverage refill notification lamp, and various alarm notification lamps. Display means 29 are provided.

In addition, the beverage container 27 is provided with a level sensor (not shown) for detecting the remaining amount of the stored beverage, the level sensor is a sensor that responds to the buoy installed inside the beverage container 27, One of a pressure sensor for detecting a beverage pressure and a water level sensor for detecting a storage level of the beverage is used.

In addition, a stopper 28a for opening or closing the nozzle is installed at the upper end of the discharge nozzle 28, the stopper 28a is automatically discharged when the amount of the drink set by the user to the smart cup (10) Perform the stop function.

At this time, for the automatic stop function of the stopper (28a), the automatic sales control unit 24 detects the beverage discharge by using a level sensor, or additionally installed a weight sensor in the cup holder 22 to weigh the cup And by measuring the weight of the beverage to detect the beverage discharge can control the opening / closing operation of the stopper (28a).

On the other hand, the vending control unit 24 is the management of the beverage vending machine 20, that is, the vending machine management server 50 or the like when the remaining amount of the beverage is detected through the level sensor; The control device is to notify the owner of the beverage of the beverage vending machine 20, the product shortage.

The automatic sales control unit 24 further includes a memory 31 for storing vending machine sales information including product sales information and vending machine status information. The product sales information includes seller (seller management server or business owner) identification information, A password, a type of drink, a drink remaining amount, and a sale amount, and the vending machine state information includes a remaining amount for each drink type.

Meanwhile, when the payment request data is transmitted from the beverage vending machine 20, the payment server 40 determines whether to approve payment of the payment based on the currently available amount.

The payment server 40 may charge the smart cup using a credit card, a check card or cash in a prepaid or postpaid manner.

The beverage vending machine may be installed in a convenience store, a fast food store, a liquor store selling beer, a general restaurant, or the like, to manage the sale, filling, and cleaning of beverages by a manager, or in a building, a park, or an amusement park. Unmanned management may be established in places with a large floating population.

In this case, when the beverage vending machine 20 is managed unattended, as shown in Figure 5 may be configured to enable the sales of beverages using cash (banknotes or coins) at the same time as the beverage sales using the smart cup 10. ,

That is, the beverage vending machine 20 is installed in the front of the vending machine body 21, the bank or coin inlet / bank opening 61 and the currency return opening 62, the cup storage unit / cup discharge inside the body 21 The unit 64 and the money detecting unit 63 are further provided.

Accordingly, the vending machine control unit 24 of the beverage vending machine 20 displays the salable drink corresponding to the amount of money detected by the currency detecting unit 63 through the touch screen 26 and simultaneously displays the touch screen 26 on the touch screen 26. When a selection key is displayed to select a beverage type, the user selects a desired beverage and the cup is discharged to the cup holder 22 through the cup storage / cup discharge unit 64.

Then, after the beverage selected by the user is discharged into the cup through the discharge nozzle 28, the automatic sales control unit 24 compares the amount of money detected by the currency detecting unit 63 with the amount of sales and returns the remaining amount of money to the currency return ball ( 62).

In addition, the beverage sold in the beverage vending machine 20 may be water, carbonated beverage, juice, coffee, beer, etc. in consideration of the characteristics of the place where the vending machine is installed. Depending on the type of beverage, a cooling device or heating device may be additionally installed.

Hereinafter, the operation of the automatic drink sales system using a smart cup according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings.

1 to 4, the beverage vending system using a smart cup according to an embodiment of the present invention, the user is a cup holder 22 of the beverage vending machine 20, the smart cup 10, the information tag is formed When placed on the tag information reader 23 reads the information tag of the smart cup 10 and transmits it to the vending control unit 24.

Then, the automatic sales control unit 24 analyzes the information from the tag information reader 23 to extract the user's recognition information and the amount of money information, compares the remaining amount and the beverage sale price, and sells the available amount according to the comparison result. In this case, the beverage is controlled to be sold, and if the amount is not sold, the beverage is not sold.

In this case, when the beverage is available for sale, the automatic sales control unit 24 may select the beverage type and the discharge amount through the touch screen 26, and if the user selects the beverage type and the discharge amount, the corresponding amount may be paid. The payment request data is transmitted to the payment server 40 through the data communication processor 25 so that the payment can be made.

Then, the payment server 40 receives the payment request data, confirms the recognition information and the seller information of the user, and transmits the payment payment approval data to the data communication processor 25.

At this time, the payment server 40 and the automatic sales control unit 24 proceeds to the payment payment approval through user authentication, such as password input to limit the theft or unauthorized use by others.

Thereafter, the payment server 40 stores the remaining amount after subtracting the purchase price of the drink purchased by the user as the amount information in the information tag of the smart cup 10.

In addition, the automatic sales control unit 24 receives the payment payment approval data through the data communication processing unit 25 and performs the payment, and the beverage through the discharge nozzle 28 in the beverage reservoir 27 of the beverage selected by the user To be discharged. At this time, the stopper (28a) is installed on the upper end of the discharge nozzle 28 to perform an automatic stop function when the beverage is discharged by the amount set by the user.

On the other hand, when the beverage is not available for sale, the automatic sales control unit 24 allows the user to select whether to complete the beverage purchase or fill the required amount through the touch screen 26.

When the user selects to charge the amount, the automatic sales control unit 24 determines the amount to be charged by the user, and pays the charge amount to the prepayment or postpay method according to the user's selection. Data communication), and the payment result is notified to the user's mobile phone or mail.

Here, the payment server 40 may be a financial institution such as a card company, a bank, or a service company that performs a payment service in connection with the financial institution.

In addition, the beverage vending machine 20 is a vending machine management server through the data communication processor 25, when the beverage of the set level or less remains in the beverage container 27 through the level sensor installed in the beverage container 27. The 50 will be notified that the beverage is filled.

In addition, after installing a shock sensor or a position movement detecting sensor in the beverage vending machine 20, if a shock or position movement applied from the outside is detected, the automatic vending control unit 24 of the beverage vending machine 20 It may be determined that damage or theft may occur, and may transmit a warning notification message to the business owner or the vending machine management server 50 through the data communication processor 25.

Therefore, when managing a plurality of beverage vending machine 20 unattended, the beverage vending machine 20 that needs to be filled before the drink is exhausted by giving a unique identification number to each of the beverage vending machine 20 As well as can quickly recharge the beverage, it is possible to quickly cope with the breakage or theft of the beverage vending machine (20).

The automatic sales system using a smart cup according to the embodiment of the present invention uses the smart cup 10 as a payment method and a beverage storage means, so it is not necessary to use a disposable cup, and resources can be saved. You can refill your favorite drink by paying only the amount you choose without having to pay for the disposable cup.

And, the user can be refilled in his smart cup 10 anytime, anywhere in the place where the beverage vending machine 20 is installed, so there is no need to purchase drinks sold in cans, plastic, glass, cartons, plastic packs, etc. As a result, resource savings and cost savings can be expected.

Alternatively, when the beverage vending machine 20 is installed at a store that sells alcohol, coffee, etc., the user can purchase a beverage while adjusting the amount of his / her beverage intake, and can quickly pay for the beverage purchase without going through the cashier. In addition, there is no need to have a cup or cashier on the seller side, so concerns such as buying a cup, washing a cup, breaking a cup, and handling residual beverages can be significantly reduced.

On the other hand, in the automatic drink sales system using the smart cup of the present invention smart cups can be used as a bar code with a lot of application cases, while the information tag is cheap, it can also be used as an RFID, magnetic, IC-card chip or the like instead of such a barcode.

At this time, the smart cup is given a unique identification number and when using the smart cup using a RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tag that can store a lot of information without being easily damaged compared to the barcode, the smart cup is secure As it is excellent, it can be applied to small payments such as transportation cards, access control and commute management, logistics and parking management.

It will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and details may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims. It will be possible.

*** Explanation of symbols for main parts of drawing ***
10: Smart Cup 20: Drink Vending Machine
21: body 22: cup holder
23: information tag reader 24: automatic sales control
25: data communication processor 26: touch screen
27: beverage container 28: discharge nozzle
29: indicator means 30: function buttons
31: memory 40: payment server

Claims (11)

A smart cup having an information tag having recorded therein amount information and user recognition information;
Read the information tag of the smart cup (read) to compare the remaining amount and the beverage selling price to control the beverage sale / non-available state according to the comparison result, and to control the payment request through the communication network according to the user's selection Beverage vending machines; And
When the payment request data is transmitted from the beverage vending machine, the payment of the smart cup using a credit card, a check card or cash in a prepaid or a postpaid manner is determined at the same time whether the payment is approved or not based on the currently available amount. Billing server to enable; including,
The beverage vending machine,
Vending machine body,
A cup holder in which the smart cup is placed;
An information tag reader installed at the cup holder to read the information tag of the smart cup;
Analyzing the information from the information tag reader to compare the remaining amount and the sale price of the drink according to the comparison result if the sale price is available for sale, the automatic sales control unit for controlling the payment request according to the user's selection Wow,
A data communication processing unit for performing data communication for payment request / approval via a communication network under the control of the automatic sales control unit;
A touch screen installed at the front of the main body to output a screen for selecting numbers, letters and function keys under control of the automatic sales control unit, and outputting information related to automatic drinks sales;
The beverage storage container is installed so that the beverage is stored in the main body and the level sensor for sensing the remaining amount of the stored beverage,
A discharge nozzle connected to the beverage container and installed at the top of the cup holder to discharge a beverage selected by the user;
Is installed at the top of the discharge nozzle is configured to include a stopper for opening or closing the nozzle by detecting the discharge of the beverage by the level sensor,
The beverage vending machine installs a shock sensor or a position movement detection sensor to detect an external shock detection or theft detection information and transmits a warning notification message to a manager or a vending machine management server through a data communication processor. Used Beverage Vending System.
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The automatic sales control unit controls the automatic sales of beverages using smart cups when the remaining amount of the beverage is detected through the level sensor to notify the management of the beverage vending machine through the data communication processor. .
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The automatic sales control unit further includes a memory for storing product (sales management server or business owner) identification information, a password, a beverage type, a beverage amount, a product sales information including a sale amount, and a vending machine state information including a remaining amount for each beverage type. Drinks automatic sales system using a smart cup.
The method of claim 1,
If the result of comparing the remaining amount and the selling price of the beverage is the amount that cannot be sold, the automatic selling control unit displays a non-sold beverage sales status and lack of money information so that the user can decide whether to fill the amount of money. Drinks automatic sales system using a smart cup, characterized in that the amount requested by the user from the payment server through the data communication processing unit is charged.
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