Interlocking Modular Toy Building Set

Abstract

The invention is a modular toy construction set developed for use in children's play and educational activities; its parts can be interlocked without the need for external fasteners such as glue, screws, or nails. The set includes blocks with interlocking channels, specially sized plates, and cylindrical rods. Thanks to channels and holes of a width compatible with the material thickness, the parts hold together by friction, allowing for the creation of a wide variety of three-dimensional models such as miniature houses, furniture, animal figures, and vehicles.

Description

1 TARIFF Interlocking Modular Toy Building Set Technical Area This invention, in the toy industry, aims to improve children's manual dexterity using adhesives or... 5 miniature houses, furniture, vehicles, animals, and similar items that fit together without screws It involves wooden building blocks that allow for the creation of figures. State of the Art Current technology offers a wide variety of techniques aimed at developing children's mental and motor skills. Toy building sets and blocks are available. These sets are usually made of plastic or wood. It is produced from materials. 10 Common wooden building blocks are usually simply stacked on top of each other or side by side. They are used by being placed side by side. In such systems, there is no mechanical connection between the parts. Because there is no locking mechanism, the structures created (such as towers or houses) are susceptible to even the slightest tremor. or they can easily be knocked over during play. This situation affects the child's continuity of play. disrupting and creating complex geometric shapes (such as coffee tables or cradles) 15 It prevents. On the other hand, there are also some interlocking wooden model kit systems available. However, these systems... They are generally designed to create a single end product (just a house or just an airplane), These are laser-cut plates based on a "jigsaw puzzle" principle. Once these products are assembled... They generally cannot be disassembled and transformed into a different form (e.g., from a house to a chair). Also, 20 Many of them require the use of glue or adhesive for durability. While commercially available plastic-based interlocking brick systems offer modularity, wood... It cannot offer the natural tactile feel, aesthetics, and ecological advantages that the material provides. Furthermore, the design allows all the parts to be disassembled and packaged, averaging about three-quarters of their original size. Its reduced volume makes it easily portable. 25 Purpose of the Invention This invention allows users to develop their imagination by creating different designs with the same parts. objectives. Also, by eliminating the disadvantages mentioned above, any Securely joined together without the need for adhesive, screws, nails, or additional fasteners. The goal is to develop an interlocking toy building set. 30 2 One purpose of the invention is to enable the creation of models thanks to their special interlocking details. The goal is to ensure the game maintains its integrity without falling apart during gameplay. Another aim of the invention is to provide high modularity, allowing both the use of the same set of parts and architectural structures (house, tent, bridge, gazebo) as well as miniature furniture (table, chair, It allows for the creation of a wide variety of 3D forms (such as cradles, boxes, etc.). 5 Another aim of the invention is to replace the "uniform model" that limits children's imagination, An open-ended gaming experience where endless combinations can be tried by taking things apart and putting them back together. to present, develop the child's fine motor skills during the assembly and disassembly of parts. and to support three-dimensional thinking skills. Figure Descriptions 10 Figure 1: Parts Set (Overall View) Figure 2: Block Interlocking Logic (Cross-sectional view before joining) Figure 3: Block Interlocking Logic (Post-Joint Cross-Sectional View) Figure 4: Operation of Cylindrical Rod and Perforated Long Block (Cross-section before joining) (Image) 15 Figure 5: Operation of Cylindrical Rod and Perforated Long Block (Post-Joint Cross-Section) (Image) Figure 6: Operation of Cylindrical Rod and Perforated Short Block (Cross-section before joining) (Image) Figure 7: Operation of Cylindrical Rod and Perforated Short Block (Post-Joint Cross-Section 20) (Image) Figure 8: Operation of Short Plate and Triangular Block (Pre-joining Cross-Sectional View) Figure 9: Operation of Short Plate and Triangular Block (Post-Joint Cross-Sectional View) Figure 10: Example of Horizontal Surface Formation of a Long Plate (Cross-section before joining) (Image) 25 Figure 11: Example of Horizontal Surface Formation of a Long Plate (Post-Joining Cross-Section) (Image) Figure 12: Example Application: House Model Figure 13: Example Application: Coffee Table 3 Figure 14: Example Application: Chair Figure 15: Example Application: Box Figure 16: Example Application: Crib Figure 17: Example Application: Animal Figure Figure 18: Example Application: Ship 5 Figure 19: Example Application: Airplane Explanations of References in Figures 1: Triangular Block. These are blocks with angled upper edges, used to create a sloping roof form. Along one long side, at both ends and in the middle, it allows for connection with other parts. Connection channels are available. 10 2: Long Block. Connected to the other pieces at both ends and in the middle. There are connecting channels that enable the connection. 3: Long Block with Holes. It has holes along one long edge, at both ends, and in the middle, connecting to the other pieces. There are connecting channels that enable the connection. 4: Perforated Short Block. On both long sides, at both ends and in the middle, the other 15 It has connecting channels that allow the parts to join together. Additionally, on the short sides of the block... There are two holes located very close together. 5: Short Block. Connected to the other pieces at both ends and in the middle. There are connecting channels that facilitate the joining. Additionally, in the middle section of the block, along the short sides... There is a cut-off area (window view) with equal distance. 20 6: Small Connector Block: A connector on both edges that allows it to join with other parts. It has channels. In practice, it is the connecting element that enables corner turns. 7: Long Plate. Connecting channels along the long edges allow for joining with other parts. It is found. 8: Short Plate. Compatible with models formed by joining blocks on two opposite sides. It is a plate with cutouts for the purpose of... 9: Cylindrical Rod. A cylindrical rod with a diameter that will fit through the holes in the perforated blocks. They are sticks. 4 A: Connection Channel. Its width is equal to the thickness of the blocks, its depth is equal to the height of the long block (2). It is about a quarter of that. B: Hole. Its diameter is large enough to allow cylindrical rods to pass through. C: Cut. The purpose of notch D in Figure 1 is to hold the plate and form a meaningful shape. These are the cuts that have been made. 5 D: Notch. The C cut of the short plate (8) shown in Figure 1, on the sloping side of the triangular block (1). These are notches created for gripping and holding on. E: Plate Connection Gap. Its width is equal to the thickness of the blocks, and its depth is equal to the connection gap between the blocks. The distance of the channel (A) to the short side of any block is equal to the distance of the small connection. blocks (6) can be connected. 10 Description of the Invention The invention is designed to stimulate children's creativity; it does not require glue, screws, or nails. It is a modular toy building set that can be assembled without requiring any additional parts. The modular building set in question consists of a triangular block (1), long, as shown in detail in Figure 1. block (2), long perforated block (3), short perforated block (4), short block (5), small connecting block (6), 15 Basically, wood, consisting of long plate (7), short plate (8) and cylindrical rod (9). It is made of the same material and consists of numerous parts with different functions. Configurations that can be created with the modular building set that is the subject of the invention are shown in Figures 12 and 19. It is not limited to the examples shown. The different structural sets that are the subject of the invention By combining these elements, dozens of different models can be created. The system has 20 The basic working principle is based on the edges of blocks numbered 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 shown in Figure 1. the connection channels (A) which were opened in the parts and shown in Figure 1 It is based on the principle of interlocking. These connection channels (A) hold the material of the block that will fit into them. It is manufactured with a width (tolerance) that matches the thickness. This ensures that when the two parts are joined, the resulting shape is... Friction force (interference fit), 25 to an external fastener (screw, nail, glue) of the structure. It allows them to hold together firmly without needing to be. This is shown in Figure 3. It has been shown. The cylindrical rod (9), which is one of the parts of the modular building set that is the subject of the invention, is shown in Figure 4. long blocks with holes shown in Figure (3) and short blocks with holes shown in Figure 6 (4) It is designed to be thick enough to pass through the holes (B). Cylindrical rods are made from perforated blocks (3, 30 4) the passage of long and short plates (7, 8) forming a horizontal surface such as the floor and ceiling of the building The necessary mechanism is provided. On the other hand, the aforementioned perforated blocks (3, 4) The plates can move back and forth along the length of the cylindrical rods (9), thus allowing the plates to move back and forth. (7, 8) The width can be adjusted regardless of the angle at which it is placed or the other part of the building set An area the size of its elements can easily be created. This situation It offers the user numerous options for different models that can be created. 5 On the other hand, it is designed to create various models such as sloping roof forms or triangular shapes. The triangular blocks (1) have notches (D) as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 8. When the notches are considered together with the cuts (C) in the short plates (8), the short plates When placed at an angle on the inclined surface of the triangular blocks, they should remain stable (not slide). It is designed for this purpose. The assembly image of the aforementioned design is shown in Figure 9. 10 The most important aspect of the modular construction set that is the subject of the invention is that it increases the variety of models that can be made. An example of creating a horizontal surface, one of the design elements, is shown in Figure 10. In the example, a long Long cylindrical rods (9) with holes required to form a horizontal surface of the plate (7) It is passed through the holes (B) in the blocks (3). Here, the long blocks with holes (3) are connected to each other. The distance is equal to the length of the short side of the long plates (7). Also, the long plate (7) is horizontal 15 When forming a surface, integration / adaptation with a small connecting block (6) where necessary. A plate mounting gap (E) is provided to ensure this. Thanks to this gap (E), the plate (7) As can be seen in Figure 11, it integrates with the parts in the prepared sample. Examples prepared using the methods described above are shown in Figure 12. This is shown in Figure 19. As can be seen from the examples, the most important feature of the system is 20 Its modularity is remarkable; parts can be disassembled and combined in different numbers and combinations to create houses, chairs, etc. Many different 3D models can be obtained, such as coffee tables, animal figures, or vehicles. How the invention can be applied to industry. The subject of the invention is a modular toy building set; made of wood, plywood, MDF, HDF, solid panel or Suitable for mass production in industry using wood composite panels. Production of parts, 25 Computer-aided CNC cutting (Computer Numerical Control), laser cutting, or die-casting. This can be achieved with precise tolerances and in high quantities using pressing methods. The manufactured parts can be packaged in a disassembled state without requiring any assembly. Invention The fact that the construction set is in modular form reduces the storage and transportation costs of the product. It minimizes it. 30 In conclusion, the invention has applications in the toy industry, the production of educational materials, and wooden hobby kits. It can be manufactured and used as a commercial product in its sector.

Claims

1 REQUESTS 1. The invention is for the use of children in miniature houses, furniture, and similar items for play and educational purposes. It is a modular toy building set that enables the creation of three-dimensional models; its feature is: • Multiple structural components shaped in the form of blocks, plates or rods (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) 5 • An external connection located at the edges of the building blocks in question. parts that fit together without requiring any additional materials (screws, nails, glue) providing connection channels (A), including and said connection channels (A) width, the material thickness of the opposing part it fits inside, and the friction force It is about being compatible in a way that will create 10 2. It is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, the feature of which is; the building parts in question (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) made of wood, plywood, solid panel, MDF or wood composite material. It is the fact that it has been manufactured.

3. This is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is that the vertical walls of the structure designed to form a 15 with a connecting channel (A) on each of its short sides It contains long and short blocks (2, 5) in rectangular form.

4. This is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is that the models created are angled. (D) angled upper edges and notches at the upper edge ends that enable the formation of a roof. It contains a triangular block (1) which has connecting channels (A) on its lower edge.

5. This is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is that the horizontal surface or the base of the structure is 20 designed to form its ceiling, with blocks (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, along its circumferential edges, 6) long plate (7) and triangular block (1) with plate connection gaps (E) where it can be locked Designed to remain stable (not slip) when placed at an angle on an inclined surface. It contains a short plate (8) with cuts (C).

6. This is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, and its feature is that it allows for the creation of horizontal surfaces. 25 To provide; perforated blocks with at least one circular hole (B) on their body (3, 4) and includes cylindrical rods (9) that can pass through these holes.

7. This is a modular toy building set conforming to Claim 1, characterized by its interlocking parts. It must have a geometry that allows it to interlock and hold.