Model toys and movable constructs

Abstract

This invention relates to model toys and movable structures. For example, this invention provides new structures for model toys that enable natural movements and diverse appearances. The model toy comprises: a deformable core material; a base accessory that holds the core material; a plurality of first accessories having connecting portions and insertion portions for inserting the core material; a plurality of second accessories having insertion portions for inserting the core material but without connecting portions; and a plurality of third accessories, each connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to model toys and movable structures. Background Technology

[0002] In model toys, the aim is to achieve natural movements and a variety of poses. Therefore, in order to achieve movements and poses that are close to those of humans and animals, doll-type toys include various joints and movable parts. Patent Document 1 proposes a quadrupedal animal doll with a joint structure that enables it to perform movements as realistically as those of a real animal.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2010-17264 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] In the aforementioned prior art, various joints are included to achieve a wide range of movements, and each joint is composed of multiple components. However, for the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and coccygeal vertebrae, multiple vertebrae are connected by joints, making it difficult to reproduce all the components of these vertebrae and joints in a small model. In other words, for the parts that make up the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and coccygeal vertebrae, a smaller number of components are required to achieve their natural movements and varied appearances.

[0008] This invention provides, for example, a new structure for model toys that enables natural movements and colorful appearances.

[0009] Solution for solving the problem

[0010] The present invention is, for example, a model toy, characterized in that the model toy comprises: a deformable core material; a base accessory that holds the core material; a plurality of first accessories having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material; a plurality of second accessories having the insertion portion for inserting the core material but not having the connecting portion; and a plurality of third accessories, each connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

[0011] Additionally, the present invention is, for example, a movable structure, characterized in that the movable structure comprises: a deformable core material; a base fitting that holds the core material; a plurality of first fittings having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material; a plurality of second fittings having the insertion portion for inserting the core material but not having the connecting portion; and a plurality of third fittings, each connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first fittings.

[0012] The effects of the invention

[0013] According to the present invention, for example, new structures can be provided for model toys to achieve natural movements and colorful appearances. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a diagram showing an example of the exterior side view of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0015] Figure 2 (a) a side view and (b) an exploded view of the neck of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0016] Figure 3 The diagram shows (a), (b) an accessory and (c) a core material of the neck of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing (a) scales and (b) connecting structures of the neck of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the assembly structure of the neck of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0019] Figure 6 This is a side cross-sectional view of the neck of a model toy according to one embodiment.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0021] 100. Model toy; 101. Head; 102. Neck; 103. Torso; 104. Forelegs; 105. Hind legs; 106. Tail. Detailed Implementation

[0022] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, the following embodiments are not intended to limit the invention protected by the claims, and the combination of features described in all embodiments is not necessarily essential to the invention. Two or more features from the plurality of features described in the embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. Additionally, the same or identical structures are labeled with the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions are omitted.

[0023] <Appearance of model toys>

[0024] First, refer to Figure 1 This is an example illustrating the appearance structure of the model toy 100 in this embodiment. Figure 1 This shows the side view of model toy 100. Additionally, the arrows pointing up / down, left / right, and forward / backward indicate the orientation of the model toy in the image; the same applies to the other attached images.

[0025] The model toy (also known as a doll-type toy or model) 100 includes a head 101, a neck 102, a torso 103, forelegs 104, hind legs 105, and a tail 106. The model toy 100 is an articulated model toy, such as a doll, and each part can move within a limited area created by its relationship with other components. The head 101 is connected to the neck 102. The torso 103 is connected to the torso 103. Forelegs 104 are connected to the left and right sides (left and right forelegs) at the front of the torso 103, and hind legs 105 are connected to the left and right sides (left and right hind legs) at the rear of the torso 103. The tail 106 is connected to the rear of the torso 103. Furthermore, in this embodiment of the model toy 100, scales are formed on at least the surface of the neck 102.

[0026] <Structure of the Neck>

[0027] Next, refer to Figure 2 The structure of the neck 102 of the model toy 100 of this embodiment is explained. Figure 2 (a) indicates Figure 1 Side view of the neck 102 in the area shown by the dashed line. Figure 2 (b) indicates Figure 2 The decomposition diagram of (a).

[0028] like Figure 2 As shown in (b), the neck 102 is configured to include a base fitting 201, a core material 202, a plurality of first fittings 204a, 204b, 204c, 204d, a plurality of second fittings 205a, 205b, 205c, 205d, a plurality of third fittings 207a, 207b, 207c, 207d, 207e, a connecting member 203, and a fitting 206. The base fitting 201 has a connecting portion that connects to the head 101 and a mounting portion for assembling by inserting the core material 202. The core material 202 is formed into a wire shape from a malleable raw material, which can be bent by applying force and can maintain its bent state. In this embodiment, the case where the core material 202 is formed from a malleable raw material is described, but there is no particular limitation as long as the raw material is deformable. For example, various materials such as metal and resin can be used. Furthermore, in the following, when referring to the first, second, and third accessories, a letter will be added to the end of the reference numerals; when referring to all accessories in common, the letter at the end of the reference numerals will be omitted.

[0029] Multiple first accessories 204 and multiple second accessories 205 are alternately inserted into and assembled to the core material 202. Furthermore, the multiple first accessories 204 are formed with connecting portions for connecting multiple third accessories 207. Additionally, the connecting portions of first accessories 204b, 204c, and 204d are formed in a spherical shape. Regarding the connecting portion of first accessory 204a, it can also be formed in a spherical shape, provided that space for rotation of the connected accessories is ensured. On the other hand, the multiple second accessories 205 are formed without connecting portions. The multiple first accessories 204 and multiple second accessories 205 form the neck belly inside the neck 102 of the model toy 100.

[0030] Multiple third parts 207a to 207d are movably connected to the connecting portions of multiple first parts 204. Furthermore, since the connecting portions of the first parts 204b, 204c, and 204d are formed in a spherical shape, at least the third parts 207b to 207d are connected in such a way that they can rotate in all directions within the limitations imposed by other parts. Such spherical connecting portions are also referred to as ball joints.

[0031] With multiple first accessories 204 and multiple second accessories 205 assembled relative to the core material 202, the connecting member 203 is further inserted and assembled. The connecting member 203 has a connecting portion for connecting accessories 206 from below. The connecting member 203 also has a connecting portion for connecting a third accessory 207e and a connecting portion for connecting the body section 103; these connecting portions are formed in a spherical shape.

[0032] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, each of the plurality of third accessories 207 has a size larger than that of each of the first accessories 204 and the second accessories 205. Therefore, the third accessories 207 are connected only to the first accessories 204 and not to the second accessories 205. Moreover, by alternately inserting and assembling the first accessories 204 and the second accessories 205 into the core material 202, space can be ensured for connecting the third accessories 207, which have a size larger than that of the first accessories 204 and the second accessories 205. That is, according to this embodiment, the number of third accessories 207 is specified to be less than the total number of accessories of the first accessories 204 and the second accessories 205. In the spine, such as in the neck, when the number of accessories on the inner abdomen and the outer scale portion is set to the same number, it is desirable to integrate the inner and outer accessories into a single accessory. On the other hand, when it is desired to construct the outer scale portion with a smaller number of scales, it is desirable to provide a connecting portion for connecting the scale portion in some of the multiple accessories constituting the inner abdomen, as in this embodiment. This allows the inner abdomen and the outer scale portion to move in tandem, and enables different appearances and movements on the outer and inner sides of the neck.

[0033] <Structure of the core material>

[0034] Next, refer to Figure 3 The detailed structure of the base accessory 201 and the core material 202 in this embodiment will be described. Figure 3 (a) represents a side view of the base accessory 201 in this embodiment. Figure 3 (b) represents its three-dimensional diagram. Figure 3 (c) shows a perspective view of the core material 202 being assembled onto the base accessory 201.

[0035] like Figure 3 of (a), Figure 3 As shown in (b), the base accessory 201 includes connecting portions 301, 302, and 303, and a mounting portion 304. The mounting portion 304 has hollow portions 305 with openings on the left and right sides. The first accessory 204a is connected to the connecting portion 301. In this embodiment, the connecting portion 301 is connected in a way that fixes the first accessory 204a, but if space constraints allow, it can also be formed as a spherical connecting portion, allowing the first accessory 204a to rotate. An accessory (not shown) constituting the neck 102 is connected to the connecting portion 302. The connecting portion 303 is a cylindrical connecting portion, and the head 101 is rotatably connected to this connecting portion 303. The connecting portion 303 can also be formed as a spherical shape.

[0036] Figure 3 (c) indicates the case where the core material 202 is installed on the base accessory 201. The core material 202 is installed on the mounting portion 304 of the base accessory 201. Specifically, the core material 202 is installed in a state where it passes through the hole 305 of the mounting portion 304 and is folded around the mounting portion 304. As a result, when assembling the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205, a more stable assembly can be performed compared to assembling each core material 202 folded into a double layer. That is, when the neck 102 is moved, the core material 202 is movable due to bending, and by making it double-layered, the resistance of the core material 202 to breakage and the like can be improved.

[0037] <The connection structure of scales>

[0038] Next, refer to Figure 4 The connection structure of the scales in this embodiment will be described. Figure 4 (a) represents the front view of accessory 204b and accessory 205b. Figure 4 (b) indicates the connection structure between the first component 204b and the third component 207b. Here, the structure of the first component 204b and the second component 205b will be described. The structures of the other first components and the other second components are the same, and their descriptions are omitted.

[0039] like Figure 4 As shown in (a), the first accessory 204b has a hole 401b and a connecting portion 402b. On the other hand, the second accessory 205b has a hole 403b but no connecting portion. Holes 401b and 403b each have two holes for assembly into the core material 202, which is folded and installed in a double layer. The connecting portion 402b is spherical. Figure 4 As shown in (b), with the first accessory 204b inserted and assembled into the core material 202, the third accessory 207b is rotatably connected to the connecting portion 402b. Furthermore, the portions of the first, second, and third accessories exposed to the outside when positioned in their respective locations form the appearance of a model toy, thus enabling the creation of a wide variety of model toys. In this embodiment, the pterosaur's neck is depicted using a design that mimics scales.

[0040] <Neck assembly steps>

[0041] Next, refer to Figure 5 The assembly steps of the neck 102 in this embodiment are explained. Figure 5 (a) to Figure 5 (d) represents the assembly steps of neck 102.

[0042] First, such as Figure 5 As shown in (a), when the core material 202 is installed in a double layer... Figure 3 After the base accessory 201 shown in (c), the core material 202 is inserted into each hole (the insertion portion into which the core material 202 can be inserted) in the order of the first accessory 204a, the second accessory 205a, and the first accessory 204b to assemble each accessory. In this way, the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205 are alternately assembled to the core material 202. That is, accessories with connecting portions and accessories without connecting portions are alternately assembled. As described above, this is to ensure space when assembling the third accessory 207, whose size is larger than that of the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the example of alternately assembling the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205 is described, but this does not limit the intent of the invention. That is, multiple (two or more) accessories without connecting portions may be assembled after assembling one accessory with a connecting portion. This depends on the size of the third accessory 207 connected to the connecting portion. Additionally, the interval between assembling the connecting portions may not be a constant interval, but rather different intervals.

[0043] like Figure 5As shown in (b), after the first component 204 and the second component 205 are alternately assembled to the core material 202, and then, with the component 206 connected to the connecting member 203, the connecting member 203 is assembled to the core material 202. The connecting member 203, like the first component 204 and the second component 205, has a hole into which the core material 202 can be inserted. In this state, it is desirable to bend and cross the two core materials 202. This prevents the assembled components from falling off.

[0044] Next, as Figure 5 As shown in (c), with the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205 assembled on the core material 202, the third accessories 207a to 207e are respectively rotatably connected to the first accessories 204a, 204b, 204c, 204d and the connecting part of the connecting structure 203. Figure 5 (d) indicates the state where each of the third accessories 207 is installed. For example... Figure 5 As shown in (d), the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205 are assembled to the core material 202 in a basal shape. Furthermore, the third accessory 207 is rotatably assembled such that it covers the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205, which are assembled in a basal shape from the top.

[0045] <Modible structures of the neck>

[0046] Next, refer to Figure 6 The movable structure of the neck 102 in the model toy 100 of this embodiment will be described. Figure 6 This is a side sectional view of the neck 102.

[0047] Figure 6 This indicates the normal posture when the neck 102 is assembled. That is, it indicates the state where no force is applied to the assembled core material 202 and the core material 202 is not bent. However, as shown in the dashed area 601, it can be seen that in the normal state after assembly, a portion of the core material 202 is assembled in a bent state. This is because the height of the holes of the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205 is different from the height of the hole of the connecting member 203 that is finally assembled to the core material 202. As a result, the accessories are not easily pulled out of the core material 202, and detachment is prevented. Furthermore, here, an example of changing the height of the hole of the connecting member 203 has been described, but the height of the holes of other accessories, such as the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205, can also be changed. In addition, the height of the holes of two or more accessories can also be changed.

[0048] In addition, such as Figure 6As shown in the side sectional view, bending the core material 202 causes the first accessory 204, the second accessory 205, and the connecting member 203 assembled on the core material 202 to operate. Furthermore, the third accessory 207 connected to the first accessory 204 also operates in conjunction with the bending of the core material 202. Moreover, since each third accessory 207 is connected to the spherical connecting portion in a manner that allows rotation relative to the spherical connecting portion, it can rotate independently of the bending of the core material 202. Additionally, the third accessories 207 are formed with dimensions larger than those of the first accessory 204 and the second accessory 205. Therefore, for example, even when performing an action such as lowering the head 101, i.e., bending the neck 102 downwards, no gaps are generated between the third accessories, allowing the bending of the neck 102 to be achieved while maintaining a natural appearance. In addition, regarding the bending action itself, since the first component 204 and the second component 205 are assembled in a serpentine shape on the core material 202, a slight bending action can also be achieved.

[0049] As described above, the model toy of this embodiment includes: a deformable core material; a base accessory for connecting the core material; a plurality of first accessories having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material; a plurality of second accessories having an insertion portion for inserting the core material but without a connecting portion; and a plurality of third accessories, each connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories. Thus, the first and second accessories can be assembled to the core material in a serpentine shape, enabling subtle bending movements. On the other hand, by assembling a smaller number of third accessories (less than the combined number of the first and second accessories) to the first accessories assembled to the core material, movements with different impressions can be achieved, for example, on the outer and inner sides of the neck 102. In this way, according to the present invention, a new structure can be provided for model toys that enables natural movements of the spine and other structures, and offers a variety of appearances. Furthermore, while this embodiment describes a model for the cervical spine, it is not limited to the cervical spine and can be applied to the thoracic, lumbar, and coccygeal vertebrae. In addition to the spine, it can be applied to a wide variety of other parts.

[0050] <Variation Example>

[0051] This invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications and alterations can be made within the scope of the invention's intent. For example, the shape of the model toy is not particularly limited, and includes a wide variety of shapes such as people, animals, robots, insects, and dinosaurs.

[0052] <Summary of Implementation Methods>

[0053] The above embodiments disclose at least the following model toys and movable structures.

[0054] (1) A model toy, characterized in that,

[0055] This model toy features:

[0056] A deformable core material;

[0057] Base fittings that hold the core material;

[0058] Multiple first accessories, each having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material;

[0059] Multiple second accessories, each having an insertion portion for inserting the core material, but without the connecting portion; and

[0060] A plurality of third accessories, each of which is connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

[0061] (2) The model toy according to (1), characterized in that,

[0062] The first accessory and the second accessory are alternately fitted and assembled onto the core material.

[0063] (3) The model toy according to (1) or (2) is characterized in that,

[0064] The connecting portion of the first component is formed in a spherical shape.

[0065] The third component is rotatably connected to the spherical connecting part.

[0066] (4) The model toy according to (3) is characterized in that,

[0067] The spherical connecting portion is formed on the upper part of the first component.

[0068] The plurality of first components and the plurality of second components are respectively fitted onto the core material and assembled into a serpentine shape.

[0069] The plurality of third accessories are connected to the plurality of first accessories in such a way that they are assembled from above to form the serpentine accessory.

[0070] (5) The model toy according to any one of (1) to (4), characterized in that,

[0071] Each of the plurality of third accessories has a size larger than that of each of the plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories.

[0072] (6) The model toy according to any one of (1) to (5), characterized in that,

[0073] With the core material fitted with the plurality of first fittings and the plurality of second fittings, the core material undergoes partial bending.

[0074] (7) The model toy according to any one of (1) to (6), characterized in that,

[0075] With the core material fitted with the plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories, a connecting member for connecting with other accessories of the model toy is further inserted into the core material.

[0076] (8) The model toy according to any one of (1) to (7), characterized in that the plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories form the inner side of the neck of the model toy.

[0077] The plurality of third accessories form the outer side of the neck.

[0078] (9) The model toy according to (8), characterized in that,

[0079] The base accessory also includes a connecting part that connects to the accessory forming the head of the model toy.

[0080] (10) A movable structure, characterized in that...

[0081] This movable structure has the following features:

[0082] A deformable core material;

[0083] Base fittings that hold the core material;

[0084] Multiple first accessories, each having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material;

[0085] Multiple second accessories, each having an insertion portion for inserting the core material, but without the connecting portion; and

[0086] A plurality of third accessories, each of which is connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

Claims

1. A model toy, characterized in that, This model toy features: A deformable core material; Base fittings that hold the core material; Multiple first accessories, each having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material; Multiple second accessories, each having an insertion portion for inserting the core material, but without the connecting portion; and A plurality of third accessories, each of which is connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

2. The model toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first accessory and the second accessory are alternately fitted and assembled onto the core material.

3. The model toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting portion of the first component is formed in a spherical shape. The third component is rotatably connected to the spherical connecting part.

4. The model toy according to claim 3, characterized in that, The spherical connecting portion is formed on the upper part of the first component. The plurality of first components and the plurality of second components are respectively fitted onto the core material and assembled into a serpentine shape. The plurality of third accessories are connected to the plurality of first accessories in such a way that they are assembled from above to form the serpentine accessory.

5. The model toy according to claim 4, characterized in that, Each of the plurality of third accessories has a size larger than that of each of the plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories.

6. The model toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, With the core material fitted with the plurality of first fittings and the plurality of second fittings, the core material undergoes partial bending.

7. The model toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, With the core material fitted with the plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories, a connecting member for connecting with other accessories of the model toy is further inserted into the core material.

8. The model toy according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The plurality of first accessories and the plurality of second accessories form the inner side of the neck of the model toy. The plurality of third accessories form the outer side of the neck.

9. The model toy according to claim 8, characterized in that, The base accessory also includes a connecting part that connects to the accessory forming the head of the model toy.

10. A movable structure, characterized in that, This movable structure has the following features: A deformable core material; Base fittings that hold the core material; Multiple first accessories, each having a connecting portion and an insertion portion for inserting the core material; Multiple second accessories, each having an insertion portion for inserting the core material, but without the connecting portion; and A plurality of third accessories, each of which is connected to any one of the connecting portions of the plurality of first accessories.

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