Reversing track toy

Abstract

The present application provides a simple structure, rich in interesting return track toy. The return track toy makes self-propelled travel toy return travel, characterized in that the return track toy is provided with: return track part, which makes the travel toy entering from the entrance to turn around the turning point to return; and turning direction switching member, which switches the turning direction of the travel toy when located at the first position and the second position, the turning direction switching member makes the travel toy turn counterclockwise in plan view when located at the first position, and moves to the second position by the push pressure brought by the travel toy and makes the travel toy exit, the turning direction switching member makes the travel toy turn clockwise in plan view when located at the second position, and moves to the first position by the push pressure brought by the travel toy and makes the travel toy exit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a reversible track toy, and more specifically, to a reversible track toy capable of causing a self-propelled toy to reverse course. Background Technology

[0002] Previously, as a reversing track toy, there was a known reversing track toy that had a rotating platform. When a self-propelled toy entered the rotating platform from the entrance / exit of the platform, the rotating platform was rotated half a turn by the driving power of the toy, causing the toy to reverse its orientation and exit from the entrance / exit (for example, see Patent Document 1).

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2004-229813 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] However, this turnaround track toy has a complex structure due to the need for a gear mechanism to rotate the turntable half a revolution. Furthermore, because the turntable always rotates in the same direction during the turnaround, the toy lacks variety and fun because it only turns around in the same way.

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a simple and fun reversible track toy.

[0009] means for solving problems

[0010] The first solution is a reversible track toy, which enables a self-propelled toy to travel in reverse, characterized in that...

[0011] The reversible track toy has the following features:

[0012] A turnaround track section having an entrance / exit connected to a single-line track, allowing the toy entering through the entrance / exit to turn around around a turnaround point and exit through the entrance / exit; and

[0013] The rotation direction switching component is configured to operate between a first position and a second position, switching the rotation direction of the toy in the return track section when it is in the first position and when it is in the second position.

[0014] When the rotation direction switching component is in the first position, it causes the toy entering from the entrance / exit to rotate counterclockwise in a top view. The pushing force generated by the rotating toy moves it to the second position and causes the toy to exit. When the rotation direction switching component is in the second position, it causes the toy entering from the entrance / exit to rotate clockwise in a top view. The pushing force generated by the rotating toy moves it to the first position and causes the toy to exit.

[0015] The second scheme is based on the first scheme, characterized in that the rotation direction switching component is configured to rotate about an axis that is vertically set at the turning point.

[0016] The third scheme is based on the second scheme, characterized in that the rotation direction switching component is configured to be detachable from the reversing track section.

[0017] The fourth scheme is based on the third scheme, characterized in that the rotation direction switching component is fan-shaped when viewed from above, and the fan shaft is supported by the shaft.

[0018] The fifth scheme is based on any one of the second to fourth schemes, characterized in that the turnaround track section is provided with: a first wall, which is abutted against by the rotation direction switching member when it rotates from the second position to the first position; and a second wall, which is abutted against by the rotation direction switching member when it rotates from the first position to the second position.

[0019] The sixth solution is based on the fifth solution, characterized in that the reversing track toy is configured such that the rotation direction switching member is capable of axial movement, the first wall and the second wall are provided at a predetermined distance apart in the circumferential direction of the reversing track portion, and an inclined surface with a slope that descends in the circumferential direction of the reversing track portion away from the entrance / exit is formed on the upper surface of the first wall and the second wall. When the rotation direction switching member is located in one of the two regions of the reversing track portion that are sandwiched between the first wall and the second wall in the circumferential direction, opposite to the entrance / exit side, the rotation direction switching member slides into contact with the inclined surface and rotates past the first wall or the second wall to the region of the entrance / exit side due to the pushing force brought by the rotating toy.

[0020] The seventh scheme is based on the sixth scheme, characterized in that the outer side of the track surface of the turning track section is divided by a wall section, and the free end of the rotation direction switching member protrudes from the outer side of the wall section.

[0021] Invention Effects

[0022] According to the first design, since the toy turns back using its own power, a simple turning track toy can be created. Furthermore, since the turning direction switching component changes position between the first and second positions each time it turns back, causing the turning direction of the entering toy to change, a more engaging turning track toy can be created.

[0023] According to the second scheme, the rotation direction switching component can be rotated each time it turns around, so that the rotation direction of the next traveling toy that enters changes.

[0024] According to the third solution, since the rotation direction switching component can be detached from the reversing track section, it can be easily removed after use, and since the reversing track toy is flat, it is easy to organize. Furthermore, it prevents the reversing track toy and the rotation direction switching component from being shaken while being held, thus preventing damage to the reversing track section and the rotation direction switching component. In particular, in a structure where the rotation direction switching component is loosely fitted relative to the axis, when you want to hold and lift the rotation direction switching component by hand, you can easily remove it from the reversing track section by simply pulling it off the axis.

[0025] According to the fourth design, since the rotation direction switching component is fan-shaped, it is visually more conspicuous, allowing for observation and appreciation of its operation. Furthermore, the area above the rotation direction switching component can be used as a storage space for items.

[0026] According to the fifth scheme, since the turning direction switching component reliably stops at the first position or the second position, the direction of travel of the toy can be accurately switched.

[0027] According to the sixth scheme, regardless of the position of the rotation direction switching component, the rotation direction switching component can be returned to the normal area by the rotation of the toy.

[0028] According to the seventh scheme, since the free end of the rotation direction switching component protrudes outside the outer wall of the track surface, the manual operability is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 It is a 3D diagram representing a turnaround track toy and a moving toy.

[0030] Figure 2 It is a 3D model of a toy that is moving.

[0031] Figure 3 This is an exploded 3D diagram of a reversible track toy.

[0032] Figure 4 It is a 3D diagram of a reversing track segment.

[0033] Figure 5 This is a 3D view of another reversing track piece.

[0034] Figure 6 This is a 3D view of the rotation direction switching component.

[0035] Figure 7 This is a 3D view of the rotation direction switching component viewed from below.

[0036] Figure 8 This is a top view showing the appearance of the reversing track piece with the rotation direction switching component in the first position.

[0037] Figure 9 This is a top view showing the appearance of the reversing track piece with the rotation direction switching component in the second position.

[0038] Figure 10 This is a three-dimensional diagram showing the appearance of the turning track plate when the toy enters the toy with the turning direction switching component in the first position.

[0039] Figure 11 This is a three-dimensional diagram showing the appearance of the turning track plate when the turning direction switching component is in the first position during the rotation of a toy.

[0040] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0041] 10, 10a, 10b: Turnback track segments;

[0042] 11: Entrances and exits;

[0043] 12: Turning area;

[0044] 12a: Inner wall;

[0045] 12b, 12cL, 12cR: outer wall;

[0046] 13: Axis;

[0047] 20: Rotation direction switching component;

[0048] 30: Linear track piece;

[0049] 50: Toys that travel;

[0050] 50a: Front wheel;

[0051] 50b: Rear wheel;

[0052] TP: Turning point. Detailed Implementation

[0053] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0054] Overall Composition

[0055] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional diagram representing the turnaround track toy 100 and the traveling toy 50.

[0056] The reversible track toy 100 has two reversible track pieces 10a and 10b and one straight track piece 30. Here, the two reversible track pieces 10a and 10b sandwich the straight track piece 30 and are set at a predetermined distance apart. The reversible track pieces 10a and 10b are connected to each other via the central straight track piece 30.

[0057] The reversible track toy 100 is configured to enable the self-propelled toy 50 to travel in a reversible manner. The detailed configuration of the reversible track toy 100 will be described below.

[0058] Composition of Details

[0059] 1. 50 driving toys

[0060] Figure 2 It is a 3D model of the toy car 50.

[0061] The toy 50 is a self-propelled toy. This toy 50 utilizes the power unit of a toy train. The toy 50 has a front wheel 50a and a rear wheel 50b, with the rear wheel 50b being the driving wheel and the front wheel 50a being the driven wheel. Straight-lined grooves 50d are formed on the outer periphery of the rear wheel 50b.

[0062] Although not shown in the diagram, the driving toy 50 contains a battery as a power source, a motor, and a gear mechanism that transmits the motor's power to the rear wheel, causing the rear wheel 50b to rotate.

[0063] Furthermore, in the driving toy 50, an operation button 50c protrudes from the top plate. The driving toy 50 is configured to move forward by operating the operation button 50c to close the motor drive circuit.

[0064] Furthermore, the driving toy 50 is not limited to the powered vehicle of a train toy. It can be any self-propelled driving toy, regardless of its type. For example, the driving toy could be a self-propelled car toy. Additionally, the type of power source for the driving toy is not limited. The driving toy can use a coil spring instead of a motor as its power source. In this case, no electricity is required.

[0065] 2. Turnback track segments 10a and 10b

[0066] Figure 3 This is an exploded 3D diagram of the reversible track toy 100. Figure 4 This is a 3D view of a return track piece 10a. Figure 5This is a 3D view of another reversing track piece 10b.

[0067] Since the reversing track pieces 10a and 10b have substantially the same configuration, the common parts of their configuration will be described, and the reversing track piece 10 will be described together as a collective term for both. Furthermore, since the reversing track piece 10 is symmetrical when viewed from the entrance / exit 11, the common left and right parts will be labeled with the letter L at the end of the reference numerals on the left side and the letter R at the end of the reference numerals on the right side, and will be described together.

[0068] The turnaround track 10 includes: an entrance / exit 11 for the toy 50 to enter and exit; and a turning area 12, which is approximately circular when viewed from above and allows the toy 50 to turn around and turn back around the turnaround point TP. The entrance / exit 11 protrudes outward in the radial direction of the turning area 12. Here, the turnaround point TP is not particularly limited, is circular, and has a diameter similar to the width of the straight track 30, which is a monorail.

[0069] The track of the turning area 12 is a single, circular line surrounding the turning point TP. At the center of the turning area 12, an annular inner wall 12a dividing the turning point TP is erected. An axis 13 is erected at the turning point TP.

[0070] Furthermore, at the outer edge of the turning area 12, an arc-shaped outer wall 12b is erected, surrounding the inner wall 12a at an angle of approximately 270 degrees and extending concentrically with the inner wall 12a. Moreover, at each end of the arc-shaped outer wall 12b, there are outer walls 12cL and 12cR extending linearly toward the linear track plate 30. The two opposing outer walls 12cL and 12cR narrow into a tapered shape as they approach the linear track plate 30. When the linear track plate 30 is connected to the reversing track plate 10, the two outer walls 12cL and 12cR are connected to the outer walls 30a and 30a on both sides of the linear track plate 30 in the width direction.

[0071] On the track surface of the turnaround track piece 10, there are C-shaped grooves 14 extending around the turnaround point TP, except for the side of the straight track piece 30. The grooves 14 are straight lines. The grooves 14 engage with the grooves 50d of the rear wheel 50b of the toy 50 to function as anti-slip parts.

[0072] Additionally, on the track surface of the turnaround track piece 10, there are protrusions 15aL, 15aR, 15bL, 15bR, and 15c that abut against the front wheel 50a and rear wheel 50b of the toy 50 when it enters or exits, thus restricting its orientation.

[0073] The protrusion 15c formed at the inlet / outlet end of the toy 50 is formed in a mountain shape such that one end faces the inner wall 12a and becomes pointed when viewed from above.

[0074] like Figure 4 As shown, a dovetail-shaped cutout 16 is formed at the other end of the protrusion 15c of the reversing track piece 10a. The dovetail-shaped protrusion 31 of the linear track piece 30 is fitted into this cutout 16. Figure 3 The linear track piece 30 is connected to the return track piece 10a. On the other hand, as... Figure 5 As shown, a dovetail-shaped protrusion 17 is formed at the other end of the protrusion 15c of the reversing track piece 10b. This protrusion 17 fits into the dovetail-shaped cutout 32 of the linear track piece 30. Figure 3 The straight track piece 30 is connected to the return track piece 10b.

[0075] Additionally, fin-shaped protrusions 18L and 18R are provided on the outer side of the boundary portion between outer walls 12b and 12c. At the outer edges of the protrusions 18L and 18R, arc-shaped vertical walls 18aL and 18aR, concentric with axis 13, are formed. The vertical walls 18aL and 18aR protrude to a position above the outer walls 12b, 12cL, and 12cR of the reversing track piece 10. The end of the vertical wall 18aL on the inlet / outlet 11 side becomes the first locking surface 18bL, and the end of the vertical wall 18aR on the inlet / outlet 11 side becomes the second locking surface 18bR.

[0076] On the upper surfaces of the vertical walls 18aL and 18aR, there are inclined surfaces with a slope that slopes downwards from the back of the first locking surface 18bL and the second locking surface 18bR in a direction away from the entrance / exit 11. Moreover, the configuration is such that when the rotation direction switching member 20 is located in the region away from the entrance / exit 11 of the two regions divided by the vertical walls 18aL and 18aR, the rotation direction switching member 20 slides into contact with the inclined surface due to the pushing force from the rotating toy 50 and rotates to the region on the side of the entrance / exit 11.

[0077] 3. Rotation direction switching component 20

[0078] Figure 6 This is a 3D view of the rotation direction switching component 20. Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the rotation direction switching component 20 as seen from below. Since the rotation direction switching component 20 is symmetrical when viewed from its free end, the letter L is added to the end of the reference numerals on the left side for the common left and right sides for the right side, and the letter R is added to the end of the reference numerals on the right side, and they are described together.

[0079] The rotation direction switching component 20 switches the rotation direction of the toy 50 on the reversing track plate 10. The rotation direction switching component 20 is fan-shaped when viewed from above, with its upper surface being a roughly horizontal plane. This rotation direction switching component 20 is disposed on the reversing track plate 10 of the toy 50.

[0080] A drooping wall 20a is provided on the edge of the rotation direction switching member 20. The drooping dimension of the drooping wall 20a decreases at the free end side of the rotation direction switching member 20. Furthermore, a recess 20b, divided by the drooping wall 20a, is formed on the lower side of the rotation direction switching member 20. Hereinafter, in the drooping wall 20a, the portion with the smaller drooping dimension is referred to as the first wall portion, and the remaining portion is referred to as the second wall portion. Similarly, in the recess 20b of the rotation direction switching member 20, the portion corresponding to the drooping wall 20a with the smaller drooping dimension is referred to as the first recess, and the remaining portion is referred to as the second recess.

[0081] In the second recess of the rotation direction switching member 20, a cylindrical hole 21 is formed in the portion that forms the fan shaft, which engages with the shaft 13. The rotation direction switching member 20 is mounted on the deflector track 10 by engaging this cylindrical hole 21 with the shaft 13, allowing it to rotate around the shaft 13 and move axially. Furthermore, the rotation direction switching member 20 is not particularly limited and has a width sufficient to cross the entrance / exit 11 when its free end is located on the side of the entrance / exit 11 and simultaneously rests on the outer walls 12cl and 12cl.

[0082] Within the second recess 20b of the rotation direction switching member 20, arc-shaped protrusions 22L and 22R, concentric with the aforementioned cylindrical hole 21, are vertically arranged, protruding to a position lower than the second wall portion. The two protrusions 22L and 22R are equidistant from the center of the aforementioned cylindrical hole 21 and are spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the rotation direction switching member 20. When the rotation direction switching member 20 is mounted on the reversing track plate 10, the protrusions 22L and 22R are located inside the outer walls 12b, 12cL, and 12cR of the reversing track plate 10, and slide in contact with the track surface when the rotation direction switching member 20 rotates.

[0083] Furthermore, within the first recess 20b of the rotation direction switching member 20, locking portions 23L and 23R are vertically provided, protruding to a position lower than the first wall portion. The two locking portions 23L and 23R are equidistant from the center of the aforementioned cylindrical hole 21 and are spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the rotation direction switching member 20. The lower ends of the locking portions 23L and 23R are coplanar with the lower end of the second wall portion of the hanging wall 20a, and when the rotation direction switching member 20 is mounted on the reversing track plate 10, they are located on the outer walls 12b, 12cL, and 12cR of the reversing track plate 10.

[0084] Additionally, a wall panel 25 is detachably and erected on the upper surface of the rotation direction switching member 20. The wall panel 25 can be used as a display panel or a pressing plate for items placed on the rotation direction switching member 20. For example, if predetermined patterns are marked on the surface of the wall panel 25 beforehand, various demonstrations can be performed. For instance, if patterns such as snow blocks, mud, or waste are marked beforehand, it is possible to demonstrate that the toy 50 is performing snow removal, construction work, or demolition work in conjunction with the movement of the rotation direction switching member 20. Furthermore, if arrows are marked beforehand, it can be used as a road sign.

[0085] The rotation direction switching component 20 is mounted on the reversing track plate 10 by inserting the cylindrical hole 21 externally into the shaft 13. In this case, the rotation direction switching component 20 is generally mounted on the reversing track plate 10 with its free end facing the entrance / exit 11.

[0086] In this state, if the rotation direction switching member 20 is rotated so that the locked part 23L abuts against the first locking surface 18bL, the rotation direction switching member 20 reaches the first position. When the rotation direction switching member 20 is in the first position, the driving toy 50 entering from the entrance 11 rotates counterclockwise. Figure 8 This is a top view showing the reversing track piece 10a in the state where the rotation direction switching component 20 is in the first position. Figure 10 This is a perspective view showing the appearance of the turning track piece 10a when the toy 50 enters, with the turning direction switching component 20 in the first position. Figure 11 This is a perspective view showing the shape of the turning track plate 10a of the toy 50 when it is rotating, with the turning direction switching component 20 in the first position.

[0087] On the other hand, if the rotation direction switching member 20 is rotated so that the locked part 23R abuts against the second locking surface 18bR, the rotation direction switching member 20 reaches the second position. When the rotation direction switching member 20 is in this second position, the driving toy 50 that enters from the entrance 11 rotates clockwise. Figure 9 This is a top view showing the appearance of the reversing track piece 10b with the rotation direction switching component 20 in the second position.

[0088] 4. Linear track piece 30

[0089] like Figure 3As shown, grooves 30b are formed on both sides of the straight track plate 30 in the width direction, which are divided into outer sides by the outer wall 30a and so on, and are used for the wheels of the traveling toy 50 to roll. In addition, at one end of the straight track plate 30 in the length direction, a dovetail-shaped protrusion 31 is formed to fit into the cut 16 of the reversing track plate 10a, and at the other end of the straight track plate 30 in the length direction, a dovetail-shaped cut 32 is formed to fit into the protrusion 17 of the reversing track plate 10b.

[0090] "action"

[0091] Now, assuming that the rotation direction switching components 20 of the return track pieces 10a and 10b are both in the first position (refer to...) Figure 8 The toy 50 first enters the return track 10a.

[0092] In this situation, when the toy 50 enters the turnaround track 10a, the left side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching component 20, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the right of the travel direction while entering the turnaround track 10a. Figure 10 Then, if the front wheel 50a of the toy 50 comes into contact with the outer wall 12b, then, as the rear wheel 50b rotates, the front wheel 50a slides along the outer wall 12b while making contact with it, and the toy 50 changes direction to the left in the direction of travel while rotating counterclockwise around the axis 13 in a top view. Then, as... Figure 11 As shown, the toy 50, after rotating counterclockwise, comes into contact with the rotation direction switching member 20 located in the first position and pushes the rotation direction switching member 20. The pushed rotation direction switching member 20 rotates counterclockwise in a top view and reaches the second position. In this way, the left side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the right in the direction of travel while exiting from the inlet 11 and entering the straight track plate 30.

[0093] Furthermore, the toy 50 passes through the straight track 30 and enters another turning track 10b. At this time, since the rotation direction switching member 20 of the turning track 10b is in the first position, when entering the turning track 10b, the left side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the right in the direction of travel while entering the turning track 10b. Then, if the front wheel 50a of the toy 50 abuts against the outer wall 12b, then, as the rear wheel 50b rotates, the front wheel 50a slides along the outer wall 12b while making contact with it, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the left in the direction of travel while rotating counterclockwise around the axis 13 in a top view. Then, after rotating counterclockwise, the toy 50 abuts against the rotation direction switching member 20 in the first position and pushes the rotation direction switching member 20. The pushed-back rotation direction switching component 20 rotates counterclockwise when viewed from above, reaching the second position. In this way, the left side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching component 20, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the right in the direction of travel while exiting from the inlet 11 and entering the straight track plate 30.

[0094] Then, the toy 50 re-enters the reversing track 10a. At this time, since the rotation direction switching member 20 of the reversing track 10a is in the second position, when entering the reversing track 10a, the right side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and the toy 50 changes direction to the left while entering the reversing track 10a. Then, while changing direction to the right while rotating clockwise around axis 13 in a top-view view, the toy 50 comes into contact with and pushes the rotation direction switching member 20. The pushed rotation direction switching member 20 rotates clockwise in a top-view view, reaching the first position. Thus, the right side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and while changing direction to the left while exiting from the entrance / exit 11, it enters the straight track 30.

[0095] Furthermore, the toy 50 travels along the straight track 30 and enters another turning track 10b. At this point, since the rotation direction switching member 20 of the turning track 10b is in the second position, when entering the turning track 10b, the right side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and the toy 50 changes its orientation to the left while entering the turning track 10b. Then, while changing its orientation to the right while rotating clockwise around axis 13 in a top-view view, the toy 50 comes into contact with and pushes against the rotation direction switching member 20. The pushed rotation direction switching member 20 rotates clockwise in a top-view view, reaching the first position. Thus, the right side of the toy 50 rubs against the rotation direction switching member 20, and while changing its orientation to the left while exiting from the entrance / exit 11, it enters the straight track 30.

[0096] Repeat the above actions, making the toy travel back and forth 50 times.

[0097] Furthermore, if the rotation direction switching member 20 of the reversing track piece 10a is initially set to the first position and the rotation direction switching member 20 of the reversing track piece 10b is set to the second position, then a different type of travel can be performed than described above.

[0098] "Effect"

[0099] The following effects can be achieved with the reversing track toy 100 constructed in this way.

[0100] That is, according to the above-described reversing track toy 100, since the traveling toy 50 reverses by rotating based on its own power, there is no need for gear mechanisms or the like within the reversing track plate 10, thus enabling a simple reversing track toy 100. Furthermore, since the rotation direction switching member 20 changes position between a first position and a second position each time it reverses, the rotation direction of the entering traveling toy 50 alternates, thus enabling a highly entertaining reversing track toy 100.

[0101] Furthermore, according to the aforementioned reversible track toy 100, since the rotation direction switching component 20 is fan-shaped, it is visually more conspicuous, allowing for observation and appreciation of its movement. Additionally, the area above the rotation direction switching component 20 can be used as a place to store items or other objects.

[0102] Furthermore, since the free end of the rotation direction switching component 20 protrudes from the outer side of the outer wall 12b on the outer side of the track surface, the rotation direction switching component 20 is easy to operate manually.

[0103] Furthermore, since the rotation direction switching component 20 reliably stops at the first position or the second position, the travel direction of the toy 50 can be switched precisely.

[0104] Furthermore, regardless of the position of the rotation direction switching component 20, the rotation direction switching component 20 can be returned to the normal area by rotating the toy 50.

[0105] Variations

[0106] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and it is self-evident that various modifications can be made without departing from its spirit.

[0107] For example, in the above embodiment, the return track pieces 10a and 10b are connected by clamping the straight track piece 30, but the track piece located in the center may not be a straight track piece but a curved track piece. In addition, there may be multiple track pieces clamped by the return track pieces 10a and 10b.

[0108] Alternatively, a reversing track section with the same configuration as the aforementioned reversing track piece 10 can be included in only a portion of the track. For example, it can be used with other reversing tracks such as rotary tables. Alternatively, a reversing track section with the same configuration as the aforementioned reversing track piece 10 can be included only at one end of the track.

[0109] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the rotation direction switching member 20 is configured to be fan-shaped when viewed from above, but it can also be rod-shaped. Alternatively, it can be V-shaped or U-shaped, with axial support at the bend or curve at its base end.

[0110] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the rotation direction switching member 20 is stopped by the vertical walls 18aL and 18aR of the protrusions 18L and 18R on the outer side of the reversing track piece 10, but it can also be configured such that a wall is provided at the reversing point TP and the member is stopped by the wall.

[0111] In addition, in the above embodiment, the shape of the track of the turnaround area connected to the entrance / exit 11 is set to a circle, but it can also be set to the following shape, for example: the track of the entrance / exit 11 and the turnaround area are respectively set to semicircles in the shape of hairpin curves, and the semicircles are connected by two roughly parallel single-line tracks.

Claims

1. A reversible track toy, wherein the reversible track toy causes a self-propelled toy to travel in reverse, characterized in that, The reversible track toy has the following features: The turning track section has an entrance and exit connected to a single-line track, which causes the toy that enters from the entrance and exit to turn around around the turning point and exit from the entrance and exit. as well as The rotation direction switching component is configured to operate between a first position and a second position, switching the rotation direction of the toy in the return track section when it is in the first position and when it is in the second position. When the rotation direction switching component is in the first position, it causes the toy entering from the entrance / exit to rotate counterclockwise in a top view. The pushing force generated by the rotating toy moves it to the second position and causes the toy to exit. When the rotation direction switching component is in the second position, it causes the toy entering from the entrance / exit to rotate clockwise in a top view. The pushing force generated by the rotating toy moves it to the first position and causes the toy to exit.

2. The return track toy of claim 1, wherein The rotation direction switching component is configured to rotate about an axis that is vertically set at the turning point.

3. The foldback track toy of claim 2, wherein, The rotation direction switching component is configured to be detachable from the return track section.

4. The foldback track toy of claim 3, wherein, The rotation direction switching component is fan-shaped when viewed from above, and the fan shaft is supported by the shaft.

5. The reversible track toy according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that, The turnaround track section is provided with: a first wall, which is abutted against when the rotation direction switching member rotates from the second position to the first position; and a second wall, which is abutted against when the rotation direction switching member rotates from the first position to the second position.

6. The foldback track toy of claim 5, wherein, The reversing track toy is configured such that the rotation direction switching member is axially movable. The first wall and the second wall are provided at a predetermined distance apart in the circumferential direction of the reversing track portion. An inclined surface with a slope that descends in the circumferential direction of the reversing track portion away from the entrance / exit is formed on the upper surface of the first wall and the second wall. When the rotation direction switching member is located in one of the two regions of the reversing track portion that are sandwiched between the first wall and the second wall in the circumferential direction, opposite to the entrance / exit side, the rotation direction switching member slides into contact with the inclined surface and rotates past the first wall or the second wall to the region of the entrance / exit side due to the pushing force brought by the rotating toy.

7. The foldback track toy of claim 6, wherein, The outer side of the track surface of the reversing track is divided by a wall, and the free end of the rotation direction switching member protrudes from the outer side of the wall.

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