A simulated animal movement device for a game console

Abstract

This invention discloses a simulated animal movement device for a game console, relating to the field of entertainment device technology. It includes a base; a base plate disposed on the upper side of the base, used to mount animal models; and three rocking support mechanisms, horizontally linearly distributed on the upper side of the base, with their upper ends connected to the base plate. The rocking support mechanisms are used to rock the base plate in different ways to simulate animal movement. Each rocking support mechanism includes a transmission rod rotatably mounted on the base via a mounting seat. A motor driving the transmission rod is fixed on the mounting seat, and lifting wheels are eccentrically mounted on both sides of the transmission rod. This invention can simulate three different animal movement modes, improving and deepening the user experience. It can be designed and adjusted according to the scenes appearing in the game software, exhibiting high synchronization technology and realistic simulation effects, enhancing the realism of the experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of entertainment device technology, and more specifically to a simulated animal movement device for a game console. Background Technology

[0002] A rocking machine is a type of large-scale amusement park ride that uses a reciprocating motor to drive animal models in a rocking motion, simulating animal movement. The reciprocating motion gives riders the experience of feeling as if the animals are running, providing amusement for the riders. Common animal rocking machines include ostrich rocking machines, panda rocking machines, dinosaur rocking machines, and so on.

[0003] Most existing rocking machines use reciprocating motors to simulate animal running. Because the reciprocating motion of current rocking machines is monotonous and has only one operating mode with a regular movement trajectory, players may feel a sense of novelty at first, but after playing for a long time, they will feel that the movements are monotonous and unchanging, and gradually lose their novelty. This results in poor market competitiveness and the risk of being easily replaced. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a simulated animal movement device for a game machine, which solves the problem that existing rocking machines have a single reciprocating motion and only one operating mode. After playing for a long time, the movement pattern becomes monotonous and gradually loses its novelty.

[0005] The present invention solves the above-mentioned technical problems through the following technical solutions, the present invention comprising:

[0006] Base;

[0007] A base plate, which is disposed on the upper side of the base, is used to mount the animal model;

[0008] Three rocking support mechanisms are horizontally and linearly distributed on the upper side of the base, and the upper ends of the three rocking support mechanisms are connected to the base plate. The rocking support mechanisms are used to rock the base plate in different ways to simulate animal movement in the animal model. Each rocking support mechanism includes a transmission rod that is rotatably mounted on the base via a mounting seat. A motor that drives the transmission rod to rotate is fixed on the mounting seat. Lifting wheels are eccentrically mounted on both sides of the transmission rod, and the lifting wheels abut against the base plate.

[0009] An adjustment mechanism is provided for adjusting the eccentric position of the three jacking wheels on one side.

[0010] Multiple limiting mechanisms are used to connect the base and the bottom plate to apply a pulling force to the bottom plate towards one side of the base to prevent the bottom plate from detaching from the base.

[0011] Preferably, the lifting wheel has an elongated hole penetrating its center, and the transmission rod is inserted through the elongated hole. The transmission rod has two notches corresponding to the elongated hole, and a retaining block is slidably disposed in each of the two notches. The transmission rod has an inner cavity, and a sliding channel is connected to the side of the inner cavity near the corresponding retaining block. A push rod is fixed to the inner side of the retaining block and slidably installed in the sliding channel. A rubber piston is disposed at the inner end of the push rod. Triangular protrusions are provided on both side walls of the elongated hole and the outer side wall of the retaining block. Stops fixed to the transmission rod are provided on both sides of the lifting wheel.

[0012] Preferably, the lower surface of the base plate is provided with a drag-reducing mechanism corresponding to the lifting wheel to reduce the friction between the base plate and the lifting wheel;

[0013] The drag reduction mechanism includes two sliding seats fixed to the lower surface of the base plate and symmetrically arranged. Each of the two sliding seats has a groove on the side close to each other. A slider is slidably arranged in each of the two grooves. Two rotating rollers are rotatably installed between the two sliders. Each of the two rotating rollers has a recess. The lifting wheel contacts the two recesses.

[0014] Preferably, the adjustment mechanism includes an electric push rod fixed to the base, the telescopic end of the electric push rod is fixed with a horizontal plate, and the horizontal plate has three lifting blocks, the three lifting blocks and three lifting wheels respectively vertically corresponding to each other.

[0015] Preferably, the limiting mechanism includes an outer cylinder fixed to the base, an inner pull block and a compression spring arranged from bottom to top inside the outer cylinder, the compression spring giving the inner pull block a downward force, a pull rod fixed on the inner pull block and extending to the upper side of the outer cylinder, the top of the pull rod being connected to the bottom of the base plate by a steel wire rope.

[0016] Preferably, the outer cylinder is provided with an adjusting component for adjusting the elastic force of the compression spring. The adjusting component includes an external threaded sleeve threaded to the upper side of the outer cylinder, an inner abutment block fixed to the external threaded sleeve is provided inside the outer cylinder, and a hexagonal portion is provided on the upper side of the external threaded sleeve.

[0017] Preferably, the gap between the base plate and the base is connected by a rubber fence, and the upper side of the base is provided with multiple limiting brackets, which are used to limit the maximum displacement range of the base plate.

[0018] Preferably, each of the four corners of the lower side of the base is provided with a movable wheel and a support foot. The movable wheel is used to move the base conveniently, and the support foot is used to support and fix the base.

[0019] Preferably, the shaking method of the base plate includes:

[0020] Vertical swaying method: Each lifting wheel and the corresponding transmission rod are eccentrically aligned, and under the synchronous drive of the motor, the base plate is reciprocated vertically.

[0021] Back-and-forth rocking method: The lifting wheel of the middle rocking support mechanism is flipped to a specified angle and locked. The angle is such that the long waist hole on the lifting wheel is in a horizontal state, the rocking support mechanisms on both sides are running, and the rotation cycle of the lifting wheels of the rocking support mechanisms on both sides is opposite, so as to realize the back-and-forth rocking of the base plate.

[0022] Left and right swaying method: The eccentric position of the lifting wheel on the corresponding side is adjusted by the adjustment mechanism. When the swaying support mechanism is running, the lifting wheels on both sides push the base plate back and forth, realizing the left and right swaying of the base plate.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0024] 1. This invention can simulate three different animal movement modes, improve and deepen the user experience, and can be designed and adjusted according to the scenes that appear in the game software. It has a high degree of synchronization technology, the simulation effect is more realistic, and the experience is enhanced to a higher level of realism.

[0025] 2. The drag-reducing mechanism in this invention can reduce the friction between the base plate and the lifting wheel, and can adaptively adjust its position to prevent the lifting wheel from disengaging from the drag-reducing mechanism, thus ensuring the normal operation of the equipment and its service life. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rocking machine using the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the planar structure;

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the swaying support mechanism and the drag reduction mechanism;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the planar structure;

[0031] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the central lifting wheel;

[0032] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the planar structure;

[0033] Figure 8 for Figure 2 A semi-sectional three-dimensional structural diagram of the central restriction mechanism.

[0034] The numbers in the diagram represent:

[0035] 1-Base; 11-Moving wheel; 12-Support foot; 21-Rubber fence; 22-Base plate; 23-Restriction bracket; 3-Shaking support mechanism; 31-Transmission rod; 32-Push-up wheel; 331-Long waist hole; 332-Stop block; 333-Clamping block; 334-Rubber piston; 335-Inner chamber; 34-Motor; 4-Resistance reduction mechanism; 41-Sliding seat; 42-Slide groove; 43-Slider; 44-Rotating roller; 45-Recessed part; 5-Restriction mechanism; 51-Outer cylinder; 52-Inner pull block; 53-Compression spring; 54-Pull rod; 55-Wire rope; 561-External threaded sleeve; 562-Inner abutment block; 563-Hexagonal part; 6-Adjustment mechanism; 61-Electric push rod; 62-Horizontal plate; 63-Lifting block; 7-Animal model. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The above-mentioned and other technical features and advantages of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0037] This embodiment provides a technical solution: a simulated animal movement device for a game console, such as... Figures 1 to 8 As shown, it includes a base 1, a base plate 22, three rocking support mechanisms 3, an adjustment mechanism 6, and multiple limiting mechanisms 5.

[0038] The base 1 has four casters 11 and support feet 12 at its lower corners. The casters 11 facilitate the movement of the base 1, while the support feet 12 provide support and fixation for the base 1. When the device needs to be moved, the support feet 12 are retracted, allowing the casters 11 to support the device. Pushing the device will then move it. After moving the device to the desired position, the support feet 12 are extended to provide support and ensure stability. Both the casters 11 and support feet 12 are existing, compatible models.

[0039] The base plate 22 is located on the upper side of the base 1. The base plate 22 is used to install the animal model 7. The gap between the base plate 22 and the base 1 is connected by a rubber fence 21 to improve safety and enhance the aesthetics. Multiple limiting brackets 23 are provided on the upper side of the base 1. The multiple limiting brackets 23 are used to limit the maximum range of upward displacement of the base plate 22. The upper end of the limiting bracket 23 extends to the upper side of the base plate 22, and there are 4 limiting brackets 23. The 4 limiting brackets 23 are located at the four corners of the base plate 22.

[0040] Three rocking support mechanisms 3 are horizontally linearly distributed on the upper side of the base 1, and the three rocking support mechanisms 3 are set along the length of the base 1. The upper ends of the three rocking support mechanisms 3 are connected to the base plate 22. The rocking support mechanisms 3 are used to rock the base plate 22 in different ways to realize the animal model 7 to simulate animal movement.

[0041] The rocking support mechanism 3 includes a transmission rod 31 rotatably mounted on the base 1 via a mounting seat. A motor 34 that drives the transmission rod 31 to rotate is fixed on the mounting seat. Lifting wheels 32 are eccentrically mounted on both sides of the transmission rod 31. The lifting wheels 32 abut against the base plate 22. As the motor 34 runs, the lifting wheels 32 can rotate, thereby pushing the base plate 22 upward and downward to complete one operating cycle.

[0042] The connection between the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32 is as follows: The lifting wheel 32 has a long waist hole 331 that passes through its center. The transmission rod 31 passes through the long waist hole 331. The vertical cross-section of the transmission rod 31 passing through the long waist hole 331 is a rectangular structure. The transmission rod 31 has two notches corresponding to the long waist hole 331. The two notches are staggered and are respectively set on both sides of the long waist hole 331. A retaining block 333 is slidably installed in each of the two notches. An inner cavity 335 is opened in the transmission rod 31. A rotary air connector is rotatably installed at the end of the transmission rod 31 away from the motor 34. It is connected to the inner cavity 335. The rotary air connector is connected to an external air pump through an air pipe. A sliding channel is opened on the side of the inner cavity 335 near the corresponding retaining block 333. A push rod is fixed inside the retaining block 333 and slidably installed in the sliding channel. A rubber piston 334 is set at the inner end of the push rod.

[0043] When the air pump generates high-pressure gas, it will be transmitted into the inner chamber 335. The rubber piston 334 will move outward under the action of air pressure, which will further cause the pressing block 333 to slide out of the notch and abut against the side wall of the elongated hole 331. Conversely, when the high-pressure gas is discharged by the air pump, the pressing block 333 will retract into the notch due to the air pressure, releasing the fixation between the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32.

[0044] Both sides of the elongated slot 331 and the outer side of the abutment block 333 are provided with triangular protrusions. When the abutment block 333 is pushed outward by air pressure, the triangular protrusions on the side walls of the elongated slot 331 and the triangular protrusions on the abutment block 333 engage with each other to increase the stability of the connection between the lifting wheel 32 and the lifting wheel 32. Both sides of the lifting wheel 32 are provided with stop blocks 332 fixed to the transmission rod 31. The setting of the stop blocks 332 can position the axial position of the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32 to prevent the lifting wheel 32 from disengaging from the corresponding axial position of the transmission rod 31.

[0045] The adjustment mechanism 6 is used to adjust the eccentric position of the three lifting wheels 32 on one side, that is, to adjust the connection position of the transmission rod 31 and the long waist hole 331 from one side of the long waist hole 331 to the other side. The two positions are symmetrically arranged based on the center of the long waist hole 331. The adjustment mechanism 6 includes an electric push rod 61 fixed to the base 1. The telescopic end of the electric push rod 61 is fixed with a horizontal plate 62. The horizontal plate 62 has three lifting blocks 63. The three lifting blocks 63 are vertically corresponding to the three lifting wheels 32 respectively. The upper side of the lifting block 63 has an arc-shaped part that matches the outer diameter of the lifting wheel 32, so that the lifting wheel 32 can be lifted smoothly.

[0046] The specific adjustment process is as follows: the motors 34 of the three rocking support mechanisms 3 are operated synchronously, and the elongated hole 331 is in a vertical state. The telescopic end of the electric push rod 61 is extended, so that the lifting block 63 lifts the lifting wheel 32. The high-pressure gas in the inner chamber 335 is discharged by the air pump. The pressing block 333 enters the notch, thereby releasing the lock between the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32. Then, by running the electric push rod 61, the lifting wheel 32 on the corresponding side moves relative to the transmission rod 31, so that the connection position between the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32 is switched to the other side of the elongated hole 331. High-pressure air is injected into the inner chamber 335 by the air pump, and the pressing block 333 will abut against and fix to the side wall of the elongated hole 331, thus completing the connection between the transmission rod 31 and the lifting wheel 32.

[0047] The swaying methods of the base plate 22 include:

[0048] Vertical rocking method: Each lifting wheel 32 and the corresponding transmission rod 31 are eccentrically aligned. Under the synchronous drive of the motor 34, the base plate 22 will be pushed upward by the lifting wheel 32 and will also move downward due to the force of the limiting mechanism 5, so as to realize the reciprocating vertical displacement of the base plate 22, which gives players the feeling of animal bumping.

[0049] Back-and-forth rocking method: The lifting wheel 32 located in the middle rocking support mechanism 3 is flipped to a specified angle and locked. The angle is such that the elongated hole 331 on the lifting wheel 32 is in a horizontal state. At this time, the lifting wheel 32 can be located in the middle of its rotation cycle, and the contact height with the base plate 22 is also in the middle. The rocking support mechanisms 3 on both sides are running, and the rotation cycles of the lifting wheels 32 on both sides of the rocking support mechanism 3 are opposite. That is, the highest position of the lifting wheel 32 in the front rocking support mechanism 3 is in contact with the base plate 22, while the lowest position of the lifting wheel 32 in the rear rocking support mechanism 3 is in contact with the base plate 22. This process is repeated. With the middle rocking support mechanism 3 as the support point, the base plate 22 will rock back and forth like a seesaw, realizing the back-and-forth rocking of the base plate 22.

[0050] Left and right swaying method: The eccentric position of the lifting wheel 32 on the corresponding side is adjusted by the adjustment mechanism 6. Therefore, the lifting wheels 32 on both sides are staggered. When the swaying support mechanism 3 is running, the lifting wheels 32 on both sides push the base plate 22 back and forth. The two sides of the base plate 22 are raised and lowered back and forth, thus realizing the back and forth swaying of the base plate 22.

[0051] The lower surface of the base plate 22 is provided with a drag-reducing mechanism 4 corresponding to the lifting wheel 32 to reduce the friction between the base plate 22 and the lifting wheel 32. The drag-reducing mechanism 4 includes two sliding seats 41 fixed to the lower surface of the base plate 22 and symmetrically arranged. Each of the two sliding seats 41 has a groove 42 on the side that is close to each other. Each of the two grooves 42 has a slider 43 slidably arranged in it. Two rotating rollers 44 are rotatably installed between the two sliders 43. Each of the two rotating rollers 44 has a recess 45. The lifting wheel 32 contacts the two recesses 45. The width of the recess 45 is greater than the width of the lifting wheel 32.

[0052] Since the distance between the two rotating rollers 44 is fixed, and the lifting wheel 32 will always fit in the gap between the two rotating rollers 44, when the lifting wheel 32 rotates, the slider 43 will adaptively slide in the groove 42 to adjust its position, and the two rotating rollers 44 will also rotate with the rotation of the lifting wheel 32, thereby reducing the friction between the rotating rollers 44 and the lifting wheel 32.

[0053] Multiple limiting mechanisms 5 are used to connect the base 1 and the base plate 22 to apply a pulling force to the base plate 22 towards one side of the base 1, preventing the base plate 22 from detaching from the base 1. The multiple limiting mechanisms 5 can be divided into two rows, with the two rows of limiting mechanisms 5 located at both ends of the base plate 22. The limiting mechanism 5 includes an outer cylinder 51 fixed to the base 1. Inside the outer cylinder 51, from bottom to top, there are inner pull blocks 52 and compression springs 53. The compression springs 53 apply a downward force to the inner pull blocks 52. A pull rod 54 is fixed on the inner pull block 52 and extends to the upper side of the outer cylinder 51. The top of the pull rod 54 is connected to the bottom of the base plate 22 by a steel wire rope 55. Connecting the pull rod 54 and the base plate 22 by the steel wire rope 55 allows for good flexibility between the two.

[0054] The force of the compression spring 53 will eventually be transmitted to the base plate 22, which will restrict the base plate 22 to the base 1. When the rocking support mechanism 3 is running, the base plate 22 will make corresponding movements. At this time, the compression spring 53 in the corresponding restriction mechanism 5 will also be compressed, increasing the force on the base plate 22.

[0055] Furthermore, the outer cylinder 51 is provided with an adjusting component for adjusting the elastic force of the compression spring 53. The adjusting component includes an external threaded sleeve 561 threaded to the upper side of the outer cylinder 51, an inner abutment block 562 fixed to the external threaded sleeve 561 inside the outer cylinder 51, a hexagonal portion 563 on the upper side of the external threaded sleeve 561, and the upper end of the compression spring 53 abutting against the inner abutment block 562. By turning the external threaded sleeve 561 through the hexagonal portion 563, the relative position of the inner abutment block 562 and the outer cylinder 51 is adjusted, thereby adjusting the degree to which the compression spring 53 is compressed.

[0056] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are illustrative in nature, not restrictive. Those skilled in the art will understand that many changes, modifications, and even equivalents can be made within the spirit and scope defined by the claims of the present invention, all of which will fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A simulated animal movement device for a game console, characterized in that, include: Base (1); A base plate (22) is disposed on the upper side of the base (1) and is used to mount an animal model (7). Three rocking support mechanisms (3) are horizontally linearly distributed on the upper side of the base (1), and the upper ends of the three rocking support mechanisms (3) are connected to the base plate (22). The rocking support mechanisms (3) are used to rock the base plate (22) in different ways to realize the animal model (7) to simulate animal movement. The rocking support mechanism (3) includes a transmission rod (31) rotatably mounted on the base (1) through a mounting seat. A motor (34) that drives the transmission rod (31) to rotate is fixed on the mounting seat. A lifting wheel (32) is eccentrically mounted on both sides of the transmission rod (31). The lifting wheel (32) abuts against the base plate (22). Adjustment mechanism (6), which is used to adjust the eccentric position of the three lifting wheels (32) on one side; Multiple limiting mechanisms (5) are used to connect the base (1) and the base plate (22) to apply a pulling force to the base plate (22) towards the base (1) to prevent the base plate (22) from detaching from the base (1); The lifting wheel (32) has a long waist hole (331) that passes through its center. The transmission rod (31) passes through the long waist hole (331). The transmission rod (31) has two notches corresponding to the long waist hole (331). Each of the two notches has a sliding abutment block (333). The transmission rod (31) has an inner cavity (335). The side of the inner cavity (335) near the corresponding abutment block (333) has a sliding channel. The inner side of the abutment block (333) has a push rod that is slidably installed in the sliding channel. The inner end of the push rod has a rubber piston (334). The two side walls of the long waist hole (331) and the outer side wall of the abutment block (333) are provided with triangular protrusions. Both sides of the lifting wheel (32) have a stop block (332) fixed to the transmission rod (31). The lower surface of the base plate (22) is provided with a drag reduction mechanism (4) corresponding to the lifting wheel (32) to reduce the friction between the base plate (22) and the lifting wheel (32); The drag reduction mechanism (4) includes two sliding seats (41) fixed to the lower surface of the base plate (22) and symmetrically arranged. Each of the two sliding seats (41) has a groove (42) on the side close to each other. Each of the two grooves (42) has a slider (43) slidably arranged in it. Two rotating rollers (44) are rotatably installed between the two sliders (43). Each of the two rotating rollers (44) has a recess (45). The lifting wheel (32) contacts the two recesses (45). The adjustment mechanism (6) includes an electric push rod (61) fixed to the base (1). The telescopic end of the electric push rod (61) is fixed with a horizontal plate (62), and the horizontal plate (62) has three lifting blocks (63). The three lifting blocks (63) are vertically aligned with the three lifting wheels (32).

2. The simulated animal movement device for a game console as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting mechanism (5) includes an outer cylinder (51) fixed to the base (1). An inner pull block (52) and a compression spring (53) are arranged inside the outer cylinder (51) from bottom to top. The compression spring (53) gives the inner pull block (52) a downward force. A pull rod (54) is fixed on the inner pull block (52) and extends to the upper side of the outer cylinder (51). The top of the pull rod (54) is connected to the bottom of the base plate (22) by a steel wire rope (55).

3. The simulated animal movement device for a game console as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The outer cylinder (51) is provided with an adjusting component for adjusting the elastic force of the compression spring (53). The adjusting component includes an external threaded sleeve (561) threaded to the upper side of the outer cylinder (51), an inner abutment block (562) fixed to the external threaded sleeve (561) is provided inside the outer cylinder (51), and a hexagonal part (563) is provided on the upper side of the external threaded sleeve (561).

4. The animal motion simulator for a game console as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The gap between the base plate (22) and the base (1) is connected by a rubber fence (21), and multiple limiting brackets (23) are provided on the upper side of the base (1). The multiple limiting brackets (23) are used to limit the maximum displacement range of the base plate (22).

5. The animal motion simulation device for a game console as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base (1) is provided with four corners on the lower side with casters (11) and support feet (12). The casters (11) are used to move the base (1) conveniently, and the support feet (12) are used to support and fix the base (1).

6. The animal motion simulator for a game console as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The shaking methods of the base plate (22) include: Vertical swaying method: Each lifting wheel (32) and the corresponding transmission rod (31) are eccentrically aligned, and under the synchronous drive of the motor (34), the bottom plate (22) reciprocates vertically. Back-and-forth rocking method: flip the lifting wheel (32) of the middle rocking support mechanism (3) to a specified angle and lock it. The angle is: the long waist hole (331) on the lifting wheel (32) is horizontal, the rocking support mechanism (3) on both sides is running, and the rotation cycle of the lifting wheel (32) of the rocking support mechanism (3) on both sides is opposite, so as to realize the back-and-forth rocking of the base plate (22). Left and right swaying mode: The eccentric position of the lifting wheel (32) on the corresponding side is adjusted by adjusting mechanism (6). When the swaying support mechanism (3) is running, the lifting wheels (32) on both sides push the bottom plate (22) back and forth, so as to realize the left and right swaying of the bottom plate (22).

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