Mechanical costume wings

Abstract

A costume wing, and a kit for producing a costume wing, having an internal structure mechanically capable of movement to simulate the flapping or spreading of wings, and an interchangeable external decorative cover.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Technical Field[0002]This invention relates generally to the fields of costumes, costume accessories, costume wings, and mechanical costume wings capable of wearer animation. This invention also relates to the fields of mechanical costume wings having an internal support and movement structure and an external decorative covering that can be removed and replaced with alternative external decorative coverings.[0003]2. Prior Art[0004]People have long dressed up in costumes. Many costumes are simply clothing to invoke a different look, such as prehistoric or medieval eras. Other costumes simulate animals or mythological creatures. Still other costumes have lights, bells, and whistles for a multi-media effect. This is a long way of saying that there is no limit to the type of costumes available.[0005]Many people like animated costumes. For example, birds or butterflies have wings, and costumes simulating birds or butterflies preferably also have wings....

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Benefits of technology

[0008]Each wing connects to the harness with a hinge near the wearer's shoulder blade. The hinge allows each wing to swing approximately 90 degrees from directly behind the wearer to the wearer's sides. Each wing also has a joint allowing the wing to move from a lowered or contracted position to

Problems solved by technology

However, most such costumes have static wings that are simply attached the wearer's back, or, at most, move only upon movement

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