🔧We incorporate mechanical components to create a functional vending machine.
🕹️The machine includes features such as a rotating rack and a trapdoor mechanism.
🔴⚪️The vending machine has a red and white color scheme to resemble traditional machines.
🥤We use miniature soda cans as the products for the vending machine.
🧱The Lego bricks are carefully assembled to create a sturdy and functional design.
How does the coin rejection system work?
—The coin rejection system uses specific Technic Lego pieces to allow quarters to slide across without falling through, while blocking nickels, dimes, and pennies. Quarters can be collected from a drawer, while rejected coins are returned to the customer.
How are the sodas dispensed?
—The sodas are dispensed through a trapdoor mechanism. When a customer selects a soda and inserts the required coins, the trapdoor opens, allowing the soda to fall into a waiting area for retrieval.
What powers the vending machine?
—The vending machine is powered by a USB battery bank. The lights on the machine turn on when the battery bank is connected.
Are the sodas visible in the machine?
—Yes, the vending machine has clear Lego pieces in the front, allowing customers to see the selection of sodas available.
How sturdy is the Lego vending machine?
—The Lego vending machine is built with sturdy and secure connections between bricks, ensuring stability and functionality. Careful attention is given to the assembly to ensure all components hold together firmly.
00:00Introduction and installation of AI in the studio.
00:09Overview of the plan to build a Lego vending machine inside a mini fridge.
00:43Measurement and construction of the base for the vending machine inside the mini fridge.
01:27Building the walls and creating a clear section to display the sodas.
02:31Designing the front wall of the vending machine to receive the sodas.
03:39Creating a rotating mechanism using gears and axles for soda selection.
04:30Adding a coin rejection mechanism to allow only quarters to be accepted.
06:16Completing the construction of the vending machine with a trapdoor mechanism for soda dispensing.
08:30Testing the functionality of the vending machine and addressing minor issues.
09:45Explanation of the mechanics and power source for the vending machine.
