Mind teaser 3-D puzzle

a 3-d puzzle and mind teaser technology, applied in the field of mind teaser 3d puzzles, can solve the problem of not allowing the user to pull out the spheres

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-02-07
KUZARA WILLIAM
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"The present invention is a challenging puzzle where spheres are trapped in an open framework. The user can move the spheres around within the framework, but cannot pull them out. The goal is to fill each leg of the framework with its corresponding sphere. The shape of the framework can be a triangle, sphere, cube, or pentagon."

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This open framework allows the user to put their fingers in and move the spheres around within the confined open framework legs, but does not allow the user to pull the spheres out.

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[0011]As best seen in the perspective view of FIG. 1, the puzzle in the form of a pyramid is constructed with of an open tubular geometric framework (herein referred to as “open framework”) of six linear segments (herein referred to as “legs”) (1). The legs (1) are each composed of linear parallel length rods (2) which are intersected ninety degrees by circular ribs (3). The legs (1) are then each joined together at their respective ends allowing open and free travel of the differentiated groups of spheres (5).

[0012]The legs (1) of the open framework can alternatively be composed of curved rails (4) as seen in FIG. 2-5. The curved rails (4) replace the rod (2) and rib (3) design and give the open framework a more fluidic look.

[0013]The open framework can be made from any metal or plastic material. If the open framework is manufactured using a plastic, injection molding would most likely be the preferred process. Injection molding using a plastic or resin is cost effective and has th...

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Abstract

A geometrical three dimensional puzzle containing grouping of spheres which can be differentiated from each other by texture using the sense of touch, or color and shading by using the sense of sight. The open framework can be made of linear rods intersected perpendicularly by ribs. The open framework may also be made of curved rails. At east one void allows for the spheres to be manipulated and moved around within the open framework. The object of the game is to fill each leg with like colored spheres.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The problem with today's entertainment is that most of it involves hours spent in front of a television without any brain stimulation whatsoever. Three dimensional puzzles such as the Rubik's Cube® have come along once in a while and for a brief while draw the public's attention away from television sets. However, once the secret is out on how to solve the puzzle, they lose some of their magic, and the public reverts back to non brain stimulating entertainment. This keeps game and toy manufacturers looking for the next game that will capture the public's attention. There is and will always be a need for novel three dimensional puzzles much like the new invention disclosed here in to fulfill this need.[0003]2. Background Art[0004]U.S. Pat. No. 3,945,645 issued to Roberts on Mar. 23, 1976 shows a pyramid comprised of smaller spheres stacked on top of each other with a rigid framed base holding the bottom most layer of sph...

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Patent Type & AuthorityApplications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63F9/00A63F9/06
CPCA63F9/083A63F9/0865A63F9/0857
InventorKUZARA, WILLIAM
OwnerKUZARA WILLIAM