Orbital toy

Abstract

The present application provides a track running toy which is rich in action and has a small limitation in shape. For the running toy which climbs onto a rotating track, the rotating track is rotated to make the running toy dive from one end, a pair of support portions below support a pair of cylindrical protrusions provided on the left and right of the running toy after diving on one end, the running toy rotates around the cylindrical protrusions, the abutting portion of the running toy abuts against the stopper, and the support of the pair of support portions on the pair of cylindrical protrusions is released by the reaction force, so that the running toy lands on the landing portion below in a drivable state.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a track-traveling toy. Background Technology

[0002] Conventionally, for example, as a track-driving toy that causes a driving toy to fall, there is a known track-driving toy configured to include: a ramp formed in a serrated shape on a vertical surface; and a moving body (driving toy) capable of descending on the ramp by its own weight in two states: a first state of a predetermined posture and a second state in which the posture is reversed from the first state. The track-driving toy descends on the serrated ramp.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Utility Model Registration No. 3203069 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] According to this track-traveling toy, the moving body only reverses its posture and descends along the slope, so the movement is small and thin, thus lacking visual dynamism. In addition, since it is a structure that reverses posture, the front and rear of the vehicle body, as well as the top and bottom, must be roughly symmetrical, so there is a problem that the shape of the moving body is limited.

[0008] The present invention was made in view of the above circumstances, and its object is to provide a track-running toy that is highly mobile and has few restrictions on the shape of the toy.

[0009] means for solving problems

[0010] The first option is characterized by having:

[0011] A self-propelled toy has a pair of cylindrical protrusions extending outwards to the left and right from one end in the front-rear direction.

[0012] The rotating track is configured to rotate about a horizontal axis between a first position and a second position, so that the toy that entered from the first position is in the second position, with the end of the side with the pair of cylindrical protrusions facing downwards and diving.

[0013] A pair of support portions, located below the rotating track, support the pair of cylindrical protrusions of the toy after it has dived, allowing the toy to rotate about the pair of cylindrical protrusions; and

[0014] A stop is provided so that when the abutment portion of the toy rotating on the pair of support portions comes into contact with the stop, the reaction force of the toy releases the support of the pair of support portions on the pair of cylindrical protrusions, allowing the toy to land on the ground in a driving state at the lower contact portion.

[0015] The rotating track delivers the toy to the pair of supports in a manner that allows the toy to rotate on its own about the pair of cylindrical protrusions after delivery.

[0016] The second method, based on the first method, is characterized in that the pair of cylindrical protrusions are disposed at the center of the left and right wheels near one end.

[0017] The third solution, based on the first solution, is characterized in that the abutting part is a pair of columnar protrusions extending to the left and right from the other end of the toy.

[0018] The fourth method, based on the third method, is characterized in that the pair of columnar protrusions are cylindrical protrusions disposed at the center of the left and right wheels near the other end.

[0019] The fifth scheme, based on the first scheme, is characterized by:

[0020] The rotating track is configured to be forced toward the first position and, due to the weight of the toy, to achieve the second position.

[0021] By kicking the traveling toy away using the rotating track returning to the first position, a rotational force is applied to the traveling toy.

[0022] The sixth scheme is based on any one of the first to fifth schemes, characterized in that,

[0023] The toy is equipped with a restraint mechanism that restrains it on the rotating track when the track is in the first position and releases the restraint when the track is in the second position.

[0024] The seventh solution, based on the sixth solution, is characterized in that the restraint mechanism restrains the toy in a manner that forms a state in which the wheels are in contact with the road surface.

[0025] Invention Effects

[0026] According to the first design, since the toy rotates forward like it's flying and lands on the ground, it's possible to create a track-based toy that is highly dynamic and fun. Furthermore, the limitations on the shape of the toy are reduced.

[0027] According to the second solution, since a cylindrical protrusion is provided in the center of the wheel, the appearance will not be compromised, and the vehicle body will be protected from damage.

[0028] According to the third option, since the contact part is set as a pair of columnar protrusions extending to the left and right of the rear of the toy, damage to the vehicle body can be prevented.

[0029] According to the fourth option, since the columnar protrusion is located in the center of the left and right wheels at the rear of the toy, it will not impair the appearance.

[0030] According to the fifth scheme, a rotational force centered on a cylindrical protrusion is applied to the toy by a rotating track that is forcefully applied to the first position, thus enabling the toy to rotate forcefully.

[0031] According to the sixth embodiment, the toy is constrained on the rotating track in the first position and the constraint is released in the second position, thus enabling the toy to reliably dive at predetermined locations on a pair of supports.

[0032] According to the seventh embodiment, since the aforementioned toy is constrained in such a way that the wheels are in contact with the road surface, the toy can stably dive at predetermined locations on a pair of supports. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the track of the track-traveling toy involved in the implementation method.

[0034] Figure 2 It is a 3D model of a toy that is moving.

[0035] Figure 3 This is a 3D view of the toy in motion, viewed from below.

[0036] Figure 4 It is a diagram showing the rotation track and its surroundings. Figure 4 (A) in the diagram represents the state after the bridge track has been lowered. Figure 4 (B) in the text indicates the state after the bridge track bounces up.

[0037] Figure 5 It is a three-dimensional diagram representing the rotating track.

[0038] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional view of the rotating track from below.

[0039] Figure 7 It is an exploded 3D diagram of the rotating track.

[0040] Figure 8 It is a diagram representing the rotational path. Figure 8 In this context, (A) represents the state in the first position. Figure 8 (B) in the text indicates the state in the second position.

[0041] Figure 9 This is a diagram showing the constraint state of the rotating track on the moving toy.

[0042] Figure 10 It is a diagram showing the positional relationship between the rotating track, the support, and the stop.

[0043] Figure 11 It is a diagram showing the falling of a toy.

[0044] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0045] 10: Track; 12: Inclined track; 14: Bridge track; 17: Ground track; 20: Rotating track; 22: Locking component; 23L, 23R: Wall; 24L, 24R: Groove; 25: Support component; 30: Support part; 30L, 30R: Support part; 32L, 32R: Wall; 40L, 40R: Stop; 50: Traveling toy; 53: Cylindrical protrusion; 100: Track-traveling toy. Detailed Implementation

[0046] The following describes a track-driving toy according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] Figure 1 It is a 3D diagram of track 10 from the track-traveling toy series 100. Figure 2 It is a 3D model of the toy car 50.

[0048] The track-based toy 100 includes a track 10 and a toy 50 that travels on the track 10. The toy 50 is a single-unit motor vehicle that travels using a motor.

[0049] The toy 50, for example, is from Figure 1 Starting at point P1 (the landing area), the vehicle enters the first turnaround track 11. After turning back on the turnaround track 11, it proceeds straight forward and enters the spiral ramp track 12. Then, it ascends on the ramp track 12, turns back at the top on the second turnaround track 13, descends on the ramp track 12, and re-enters the turnaround track 11, cycling back and forth between the first turnaround track 11 and the second turnaround track 13.

[0050] A bridge track 14 is provided in the middle of the ramp track 12. The bridge track 14 can be lifted by rotating the turntable 14a. After the bridge track 14 is lifted, the ramp track 12 is disconnected. When the toy 50 traveling up the ramp track 12 reaches the point where the track is disconnected, the toy 50 falls and rotates once, landing at the point (the landing part) P1.

[0051] The following is a detailed description of the track-traveling toy 100.

[0052] "Driving Toys 50"

[0053] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional view of the toy 50 viewed from the bottom side.

[0054] The toy vehicle 50 is a self-propelled motor vehicle (powered vehicle) that is powered by a motor. Wheels 51 are attached to the front left and right sides and the rear left and right sides of the toy vehicle 50. The wheels 51 attached to the rear left and right sides are the drive wheels.

[0055] Additionally, a "ko"-shaped wall 52 is vertically installed under the chassis of the toy 50. The wall 52 opens forward. The rear end of the wall 52 engages with the claw 22c of the rotating track 20 (described later), thus stopping the toy 50.

[0056] Furthermore, on the outer side of each wheel 51 of the driving toy 50, a cylindrical protrusion 53 is attached along the extension line of the axle. This cylindrical protrusion 53 extends outward from the vehicle body when viewed from above.

[0057] Track 10

[0058] The track 10 is constructed by appropriately connecting short tracks (rails) of various shapes. Left and right tracks are formed on both sides of the track in the width direction to accommodate the left and right wheels of the toy 50, respectively. With the left and right wheels of the toy 50 respectively accommodated in these left and right tracks, the cylindrical protrusions 53 of the toy 50 protrude outwards in the width direction of the track 10.

[0059] Track 10 includes the first turnaround track 11.

[0060] A spiral path centered on the turning point is formed in the first turning track 11, and a fan-shaped switching member 11a is provided to switch the entry direction of the toy 50 towards the first turning track 11. The switching member 11a is configured to rotate about an axis (not shown) vertically set at the turning point, and the entry direction of the toy 50 towards the first turning track 11 is switched according to its rotation position. The toy 50 enters the first turning track 11 from a direction unobstructed by the switching member 11a, spirals in the direction corresponding to the entry direction, and exits from the first turning track 11 by opening the exit while pressing the switching member 11a. Thus, the entry direction for the next entry into the first turning track 11 is switched.

[0061] In addition, track 10 includes a second turnaround track 13.

[0062] A loop path centered on the turning point is formed on the second turnaround track 13. The direction of entry into this second turnaround track 13 is always the same as the rotation direction of the traveling toy 50.

[0063] In addition, track 10 includes ramp track 12.

[0064] Most of the short tracks that make up the ramp track 12 are curved in an arc shape when viewed from above, and the height of one end is different from that of the other end when viewed from the side. Moreover, the track surface (road surface) on the outside of the curve is formed in a serrated shape to prevent the wheels 51 that come into contact with the road surface from slipping.

[0065] In addition, the outer wall on the inner side of the curve is higher than the outer wall on the outer side of the curve, and the upper surface forms a wave-shaped sliding contact surface. The cylindrical protrusion 53 of the toy 50 slides in contact with this sliding contact surface, and the sliding contact surface plays a role in making the toy 50 swing left and right.

[0066] It should be noted that the multiple ramp tracks 12 are arranged in a manner supported by multiple support bodies 12a.

[0067] Additionally, track 10 includes a bridge track 14 midway along the ramp track 12. This bridge track 14 is a jump-type track, launched by rotating a turntable 14a. The jump of the bridge track 14 breaks the ramp track 12. When viewed from above, the bridge track 14 is roughly rectangular, and when viewed from the side, it has a shape that gently bulges out in the center, resembling a mountain.

[0068] Rotating Track 20

[0069] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the rotating track 20 and its surrounding area. Figure 4 (A) in the diagram represents the state after bridge track 14 is lowered. Figure 4 (B) indicates the state after bridge track 14 is lifted. Additionally, Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional diagram representing the rotation track 20. Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional view of the rotating track 20 viewed from below.

[0070] Track 10 includes a rotating track 20 midway along the inclined track 12.

[0071] The rotating track 20 is used to make the traveling toy 50 dive. This is done when the aforementioned bridge track 14 is lowered ( Figure 4 In (A) of the diagram, the upper surface of the rotating track 20 is covered by the bridge track 14 and is not used as a track. On the other hand, when the bridge track 14 springs up ( Figure 4 (B) in the middle constitutes one end of the track that is broken due to the bounce of the bridge track 14.

[0072] The rotating track 20 is configured to rotate up and down about a horizontal axis 20a, and to rotate between a first position where the road surface is roughly horizontal and a second position where the road surface is roughly vertical.

[0073] The rotating track 20 is brought to a first position by the force of the helical spring 21, which is the normal position. In the first position, the portion rear of the shaft 20a is supported by the support member 25. Furthermore, when the toy 50 moves onto the rotating track 20 in the first position, the rotating track 20 rotates due to the weight of the toy 50, thus bringing it to a second position.

[0074] Figure 7 This is an exploded 3D view of the rotating track 20.

[0075] A bulge 20b is formed between the left and right tracks of the rotating track 20. A locking member 22 is provided in the bulge 20b. The middle part of the locking member 22 is mounted to the fixing part of the rotating track 20 via a horizontal shaft 22b. A claw 22c is formed at one end of the locking member 22, and an operating part 22d is formed at the other end (see reference). Figure 8 ).

[0076] Furthermore, a torsion spring (not shown) is wound around the shaft 22b of the locking member 22. Under normal conditions, the claw 22c protrudes above the bulge 20b, and the operating part 22d protrudes below the lower surface of the track body.

[0077] like Figure 8 As shown, in the locking member 22, when the rotating track 20 is in the first position, the claw 22c is in a position protruding from the bulge 20b. Figure 8 In (A) of the diagram, when the rotating track 20 is in the second position, the operating part 22d abuts against the support member 25, and the claw 22c is inserted from the protruding part 20b. Figure 8 (B) in the middle.

[0078] Additionally, on the rotating track 20, walls 23L and 23R are erected on both sides of the claw 22c. Grooves 24L and 24R are formed on the inner surfaces of walls 23L and 23R to allow cylindrical protrusions 53 of the toy 50 traveling on the rotating track 20 to enter. Figure 9 The grooves 24L and 24R extend parallel to the road surface. It should be noted that, of the walls 23L and 23R, wall 23R is longer than wall 23L, which is to facilitate the introduction of the cylindrical protrusion 53 into the groove 24R.

[0079] Support part 30L, Support part 30R

[0080] Figure 10It is a diagram showing the positional relationship between the rotating track 20, the support part 30L, the support part 30R, and the stop part 40L and the stop part 40R.

[0081] Below the rotating track 20, there are support portions 30L and 30R extending inward from the walls 32L and 32R erected on both sides of the ground track 17. The support portions 30L and 30R receive the cylindrical protrusions 53 on the front side of the toy 50 that is rushing down from the rotating track 20, allowing the toy 50 to rotate around the cylindrical protrusions 53.

[0082] It should be noted that, although there are no particular restrictions, the support portion 30L and the support portion 30R are formed as follows: Figure 10 The protrusion width near the front end is reduced to facilitate the removal of the support, but the near front end can also be set as a cliff, or the near front end can be set as an inclined surface with a downward slope.

[0083] Stop 40L, Stop 40R

[0084] Stoppers 40L and 40R, extending inward from the inner surfaces of walls 32L and 32R, are formed. The cylindrical protrusion 53 on the rear side of the toy 50, after the support portion 30L and support portion 30R have rotated around the cylindrical protrusion 53, abuts against the stoppers 40L and 40R, respectively. Through this abutment, the toy 50 is pushed back due to the reaction force. Through this pushback, the cylindrical protrusion 53 of the toy 50 disengages from the support portion 30L and support portion 30R.

[0085] "action"

[0086] Figure 11 This is a diagram showing the falling of the toy 50.

[0087] With the bridge track 14 in a popped-up state, as the toy 50 ascends the ramp track 12 and onto the rotating track 20, the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the rear side enters the slots 24L and 24R, and the rear wall of the wall 52 abuts against the claw 22c. Thus, the toy 50 stops and is constrained by the rotating track 20. Simultaneously, due to the weight of the toy 50, the rotating track 20 rotates around the axis 20a. At this time, the toy 50, constrained by the rotating track 20, rotates in a forward rolling direction.

[0088] As the rotating track 20 rotates, when it reaches the second position, the operating part 22d abuts against the support member 25, and the claw 22c inserts from the protruding part 20b. Thus, the constraint of the rotating track 20 is released, and the toy 50 plunges from the front towards the ground track 17.

[0089] Then, the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the front side of the diving toy 50 is caught by the support parts 30L and 30R during the descent. Simultaneously, as the rotating track 20 attempts to return to the first position under the force of the coil spring 21, the lower surface of the chassis of the toy 50 is kicked away by the rotating track 20. This imparts a strong rotational force to the toy 50, causing it to rotate around the cylindrical protrusion 53.

[0090] When the toy 50 rotates around the cylindrical protrusion 53, causing the lower surface of its chassis to face downwards, the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the rear side abuts against the stop members 40L and 40R. This abutment causes the toy 50 to be pushed back by a reaction force. This push causes the cylindrical protrusion 53 to disengage from the support portions 30L and 30R. As a result, the toy 50 touches the ground on the landing track 17.

[0091] "Effect"

[0092] The main effects of the track-traveling toy 100 according to the embodiment will be explained below.

[0093] That is, according to the embodiment of the track-driving toy 100, the toy 50 rotates forward one revolution and lands on the ground, thus realizing a track-driving toy with surprise and high fun.

[0094] In addition, the restrictions on the shape of the driving toy 50 have been reduced.

[0095] Furthermore, by utilizing the columnar protrusions along the extension line of the axle, there is less visual disharmony and the vehicle body is protected from damage.

[0096] Variations

[0097] In the above embodiment, the wall 52 is locked by the claw 22c, so that the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the rear side enters the groove 24L and groove 24R to constrain the toy 50 on the rotating track 20. However, it can also be configured so that the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the front side enters the groove 24L and groove 24R to constrain the toy 50 on the rotating track 20.

[0098] Alternatively, in the above embodiment, the wall 52 that engages with the claw 22c may also be located on the front side of the toy 50. In this case, as a means of stopping the toy 50, a door that the front of the toy 50 can be provided for contact with instead of the claw 22c.

[0099] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, a rotational force (torque) is applied to the driving toy 50 by utilizing the return of the rotating track 20 to the first position. However, the driving toy 50 can also be rotated using only the rotational force based on the gravity acting on it by changing the diving posture (orientation) of the driving toy 50. For example, the diving posture (orientation) of the driving toy 50 can be changed by changing the rotating track 20, the center of gravity position of the driving toy 50, etc.

[0100] In addition, in the above embodiment, cylindrical protrusions 53 are provided at the front and rear of the driving toy 50, but they can also be cylindrical protrusions other than cylindrical protrusions. However, since the front side is used as the rotation center, it is preferable to provide cylindrical protrusions.

[0101] It should be noted that the cylindrical protrusions 53 located at the front and rear only need to extend from the left and right sides of the vehicle body, and do not necessarily need to be located on the wheels 51.

[0102] Alternatively, the structure can be one in which the body itself abuts against the stop without the cylindrical protrusion 53 on the rear side.

[0103] In addition, in the above embodiment, the weight of the toy 50 is used to move the rotating track 20 to the second position. However, the power of the wheels (drive wheels) 51 of the toy 50 after it stops, a separately provided motor, or manual operation can also be used to move the rotating track 20 to the second position. Alternatively, the power of the wheels (drive wheels) 51 of the toy 50, a separately provided motor, or manual operation can be used to release the lock that holds the rotating track 20 in the first position, and then the weight of the toy 50, the force of the spring, etc., can be used to move the rotating track 20 to the second position.

[0104] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the toy 50 is configured to rotate around the cylindrical protrusions 53 on the left and right sides of the front of the toy 50 when moving forward. However, it is also possible to configure the toy 50 to rotate around the cylindrical protrusions 53 on the left and right sides of the rear of the toy 50 when moving backward. Alternatively, the toy 50 entering the rotating track 20 may be constrained on the rotating track 20, causing it to dive from the rear side in the entry direction and rotate in the direction of backward roll.

[0105] It should be noted that the above variations can be freely combined as long as they do not contradict each other.

Claims

1. A track-driven toy, characterized in that, The track-traveling toy has the following features: A self-propelled toy, which has a pair of cylindrical protrusions extending outward in the left and right directions from one end in the front-rear direction; The rotating track is configured to rotate about a horizontal axis between a first position and a second position, so that the toy that entered from the first position is in the second position, with the end of the side with the pair of cylindrical protrusions facing downwards and diving. A pair of support portions, located below the rotating track, support the pair of cylindrical protrusions of the toy after it has dived, allowing the toy to rotate about the pair of cylindrical protrusions. as well as When the abutting part of the toy rotating on the pair of support portions comes into contact with the stop, the reaction force of the toy releases the support of the pair of support portions on the pair of cylindrical protrusions, allowing the toy to land on the ground in a driving state at the lower landing portion. The rotating track delivers the toy to the pair of supports in a manner that allows the toy to rotate on its own about the pair of cylindrical protrusions after delivery.

2. The track-driving toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pair of cylindrical protrusions are located in the center of the left and right wheels near one end.

3. The track-driving toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The contact portion is a pair of columnar protrusions extending to the left and right from the other end of the driving toy.

4. The track-driving toy according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pair of columnar protrusions are cylindrical protrusions located at the center of the left and right wheels near the other end.

5. The track-driving toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating track is configured to be forced toward the first position and to obtain a second position based on the weight of the toy. By kicking the traveling toy away using the rotating track returning to the first position, a rotational force is applied to the traveling toy.

6. The track-driving toy according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The track-driving toy has a restraint mechanism that restrains the toy on the rotating track when the track is in the first position and releases the restraint when the track is in the second position.

7. The track-driving toy according to claim 6, characterized in that, The restraint mechanism restrains the toy in a manner that creates a state where the wheels are in contact with the road surface.

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