Self-propelled amusement device

a self-propelled, amusement technology, applied in the direction of toys, self-moving toys, entertainment, etc., can solve the problem of off-center weight momentum and cause the extended members to tremble in an erratic manner

Inactive Publication Date: 2001-09-27
DOMINGUES FRANCISCO BICALHO
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As the device is powered, which can be either by wind-up device or by a variety of alternate power means, the off-center weight momentum causes the extended members to tremble in an erratic manner.

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[0032] FIG. 1 is a three-quarter perspective view of the self-propelled amusement device.

[0033] FIG. 2 is a close-up frontal view of the self-propelled amusement device, exhibiting rotation of a counter-balanced weight.

[0034] FIG. 3 is a profile view of the self-propelled amusement device.

[0035] Firstly, referring to FIG. 1, which is a three-quarter perspective view of the self-propelled amusement device: A self-propelled amusement device (10) comprises a housing (12), with a power means (14) securely mounted within the housing (12). In the preferred mode, the power means is a wind-up gear box, which provides both ease in operation and reduction of manufacturing costs. As such, the assembly may include a wind-up key, which may be colored to enhance the overall appearance of the device. A shaft (16) extends from the power means (14), with the shaft (16) rotated by the power means (14). In the preferred mode of production, at least four leg members (20) are attached to the housing (12...

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A self-propelled amusement device comprising: a housing, a power means securely mounted within the housing, a shaft extending from the power means, the shaft rotated by the power means, a counter-balanced weight removably attached to a distal edge of the shaft, the counter-balanced weight functioning to move the self-propelled amusement device in an erratic manner, and at least one leg member removably attached to the housing, the leg members extending downwardly from the housing. The device may include at least one foot member is removably attached to a distal edge of each leg member, the foot members functioning to come in contact with a surface, and to facilitate movement of the device along the surface. In an alternative embodiment, the device may include a cover means removably attached to the device, the cover means functioning to shield the device and to provide aesthetically pleasing design elements thereon.

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[0001] This Application is a continuation-in-part of Ser. No. 08 / 956,969, titled "Self-Propelled Amusement Device," filed by the present Applicant.[0002] 1. Field of the Invention[0003] The present invention relates to a self-propelled amusement device. More particularly, the present invention relates to a self-propelled amusement device wherein the device in its preferred mode teaches the use of a wind-up powered toy including the rotation of an off-balanced weight to create erratic and unpredictable propulsion of the device along a surface.[0004] 2. Description of the Prior Art[0005] Numerous innovations for self-propelled devices have been provided in the prior art that are described as follows. Even though these innovations may be suitable for the specific individual purposes to which they address, they differ from the present invention as hereinafter contrasted.[0006] 1. U.S. Pat. No. 5,297,981, Self-Propelled Bouncing Ball Inventor--Maxim.[0007] The invention by Maxim is a toy...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63H11/18
CPCA63H11/18A63H11/20
Inventor DOMINGUES, FRANCISCO BICALHO
Owner DOMINGUES FRANCISCO BICALHO
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