Support element for stackable game elements with form-fitting profile contour

Abstract

Support element (1) for use with a stackable game element, which has a support surface and a profiled contour in the form of a wave profile (3) on a top surface (2) facing the game element, characterized in that the wave profile (3) is designed to receive a lower edge contour of a stackable game element in a form-fitting manner and that relative movement between the game element and the support element (1) is reduced or prevented.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to an accessory for stackable play elements, in particular those with a wave-shaped lower edge contour. The accessory serves to improve the stability of the play elements on smooth surfaces. State of the art

[0002] Stackable game pieces are typically used directly on the floor or stacked on top of each other. Certain game pieces have a wavy contour along their lower edge.

[0003] However, on smooth or hard surfaces such as parquet, laminate, plastic or tile floors, these elements tend to slip sideways, resulting in reduced stability.

[0004] No accessory is known in the current state of the art that fits snugly against the wavy lower edge of such a play element to prevent slipping on smooth surfaces. Description of the invention

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide an accessory that improves the stability of a play element with a wavy lower edge on smooth surfaces without requiring any structural changes to the play element itself.

[0006] To solve this problem, a support element (1) is provided which has a wave profile (3) on its upper surface (2) facing the game element, which geometrically corresponds to the wave-shaped lower edge contour of the game element. This creates a positive engagement between the game element and the support element (1), which reduces or prevents the lateral slippage of the game element.

[0007] A bottom surface (4) of the support element (1) facing the substrate rests fully or substantially fully on the substrate and, in combination with the form-fitting engagement, ensures increased stability of the play element. embodiment of the invention

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the support element (1) consists at least partially of an elastic or friction-enhancing material, in particular silicone, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) or a comparable material.

[0009] The upper surface (2) has a continuous, periodically running wave profile (3) which geometrically corresponds to the lower edge of the game element.

[0010] The support element (1) is preferably designed as a separate accessory which can be detached from the game element and is held in its position by the positive engagement during intended use. Advantages of the invention • The invention offers in particular: • Significantly increased stability of suitable play elements on smooth surfaces • Positive locking centering through matching of the shaft profiles • Significantly reduced slippage between the play element and the support element during intended use • Easy handling thanks to elastic and detachable design Brief explanation of the enclosed drawing • Figure A: Top view of the support element • Figure B: Side view of the support element • Fig. C: Perspective view of the support element • Fig. D: Underside view of the support element Reference symbol list 1 support element 2 Top 3 wave profile 4 Underside

Claims

[1] Support element (1) for use with a stackable game element, which has a support surface and a profiled contour in the form of a wave profile (3) on a top surface (2) facing the game element, characterized by , that the wave profile (3) is designed to provide a positive fit for the lower edge contour of a stackable game element and that relative movement between the game element and the support element (1) is reduced or prevented. [2] Support element (1) according to claim 1, characterized by , that the wave profile (3) is periodic. [3] Support element (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the support element (1) consists at least partially of elastic or friction-enhancing material. [4] Support element (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the underside (4) facing the substrate has a surface that increases static friction. [5] Support element (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the support element (1) is designed as a detachable accessory.

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