Model toy and model component

Abstract

The present invention provides, for example, a novel structure of a joint in a model toy and a model part. A model toy according to the present embodiment is provided with: a movable shaft having a spherical first connecting part, and a second connecting part and a third connecting part extending in different directions from the first connecting part; a first portion to which the second connection portion is rotatably connected; and a second portion to which the first connecting portion and the third connecting portion are rotatably connected. In addition, the third connecting part is connected with the second part in a manner of avoiding a preset space arranged in the second part.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] To achieve movements and postures similar to those of humans and animals, model toys (humanoid figures) include various joints and movable parts. These mechanisms allow for the realization of a wide variety of postures. In addition to the main body that enables these movements, the humanoid figure also includes weapons, protective gear, etc. (hereinafter collectively referred to as decorative parts). Patent Document 1 discloses a humanoid figure that makes the movement of armor corresponding to the movement of the limbs more complex, giving the movement of the armor a realistic feel.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2014-73325 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] In the aforementioned prior art, armor is attached along the legs and arms. However, a structure is also considered in which a portion of the decorative component is rotatably inserted into the legs and arms and exposed to the outside. In this case, the rotating mechanism differs from a typical human joint, and sufficient space needs to be allocated for the rotating mechanism.

[0008] The present invention provides, for example, a new structure for the connecting parts in model toys and model components.

[0009] Solution for solving the problem

[0010] The present invention is, for example, a model toy, wherein the model toy comprises: a movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions; a first portion for the second connecting portion to be rotatably connected; and a second portion for the first connecting portion and the third connecting portion to be rotatably connected, wherein the third connecting portion is connected to the second portion away from a predetermined space provided in the second portion.

[0011] Additionally, the present invention includes, for example, a model component comprising: a movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions; a first portion for rotatably connecting the second connecting portion; and a second portion for rotatably connecting the first connecting portion and the third connecting portion, wherein the third connecting portion is connected to the second portion away from a predetermined space provided in the second portion.

[0012] The effects of the invention

[0013] According to the present invention, a new structure for the connecting parts in model toys and model components can be provided. Attached Figure Description

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

[0015] Figure 2 This is an exploded perspective view of the thigh portion according to one embodiment.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the assembly structure of the thigh in one embodiment.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the structure of a movable shaft in one embodiment.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a side cross-sectional view of the leg in one embodiment.

[0019] Figure 6 (a) is a diagram showing the movable axis of the objects being compared. Figure 6 (b) is a diagram showing the movable axis of one embodiment.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0021] 100. Model toy; 101. Head; 102. Chest; 103a, 103b. Arms; 104. Waist; 105a, 105b. Legs; 200. Thighs. Detailed Implementation

[0022] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, the following embodiments do not limit the invention as defined in the claims, and not all combinations of features described in the embodiments are necessarily necessary for the invention. Alternatively, two or more features from the plurality of features described in the embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. Additionally, identical or identical structures are labeled with the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions are omitted.

[0023] <Appearance of model toys>

[0024] First refer to Figure 1 An example of the appearance structure of the model toy 100 of this embodiment will be described. Figure 1 This shows the front view of model toy 100. Furthermore, the x-arrow indicates the left-facing direction of the model toy, the y-arrow indicates the upward-facing direction, and the z-arrow indicates the front-facing direction; the same applies to the other figures.

[0025] The model toy 100 comprises a head 101, a chest 102, arms 103a and 103b, a waist 104, and legs 105a and 105b forming the main body. In this embodiment, a humanoid robot is used as an example of a model toy, but this is not intended to limit the invention. The invention can be applied to various models such as humans, animals, robots, insects, dinosaurs, weapons, and decorative parts.

[0026] The head 101 is rotatably connected to the chest 102. Within the chest 102, a right arm 103a and a left arm 103b are connected to the sides via shoulder joints, and a waist 104 is connected to the lower part. The waist 104 includes a hip joint, and a right leg 105a and a left leg 105b are rotatably connected to it. The chest 102 is an example of the upper body (part 1) of the model toy 100. Furthermore, the arms 103a and 103b, and the legs 105a and 105b are examples of the second part.

[0027] The model toy 100 of this embodiment provides a new structure in the shoulder and hip joints. In the following embodiment, the hip joint is described as an example, but since the shoulder joint can also be applied with the same structure, a detailed description of the shoulder joint is omitted. In addition, the hip and shoulder joints are arranged symmetrically on both sides, and since they are the same structure, only one joint will be described.

[0028] <Components of the thigh and hip joint>

[0029] Reference Figure 2 The structure of the thigh portion 200, including the movable axis of the hip joint, of the left leg portion 105b of the model toy 100 of this embodiment will be described. Figure 2 (a) represents an exploded perspective view of the left leg 105b of model toy 100. Figure 2 (b) represents an exploded stereoscopic view of the thigh at 200°.

[0030] Figure 2(a) represents a three-dimensional view of the left leg 105b decomposed into the thigh 200 including the movable axis of the hip joint, the lower leg 210 including the knee joint, and the foot 220. Figure 2 (b) indicates Figure 2 An exploded perspective view of the thigh portion 200 in the structure shown in (a). The thigh portion 200 is configured to include fittings 201a to 207. Fittings 201a, 201b, 202a, and 202b are fittings that constitute the upper side of the thigh portion. Fittings 201a and 201b correspond to the first fitting and the second fitting, respectively, and are engaged with fittings 204 to 206. Fitting 202a is connected to the lower part of fitting 201a, and fitting 202b is connected to the lower part of fitting 201b. Fittings 202a and 202b constitute the lower side of the thigh portion and are engaged with fitting 203.

[0031] Accessory 204 is a decorative part, held in place of accessories 201a and 201b at their lower parts, and rotatably connected. Accessory 204 is assembled with a portion exposed from the back of the thigh 200. Accessory 204 is capable of rotating vertically along the model toy 100.

[0032] Components 205 and 206 are combined in a rotatable manner to form a movable shaft for the hip joint. This movable shaft is clamped at the upper part of components 201a and 201b and is rotatably connected. Components 205 and 206 are combined to form a spherical connecting portion (first connecting portion), and from this connecting portion, two rod-shaped connecting portions (second connecting portion and third connecting portion) are formed in different directions. One rod-shaped connecting portion (second connecting portion) is exposed from the opening of component 201a and is rotatably connected to the waist 104 of the model toy 100. The other rod-shaped connecting portion (third connecting portion) extends from the spherical connecting portion along the z-direction (horizontal direction) of the model toy 100 in the figure, is clamped by components 201a and 201b, and is rotatably connected.

[0033] After assembling parts 201a to 206, connect part 207 from the front of the model toy 100. Part 207 is an external accessory for the front of the thigh 200.

[0034] <Thigh assembly structure>

[0035] Reference Figure 3 This describes the assembly structure of the left leg 105b and thigh 200 of the model toy 100 in this embodiment. Figure 3 (a) is a perspective view showing the assembly of parts 204 to 206. Figure 3 (b) is a perspective view showing the assembly of accessory 201a from thigh 200. Figure 3 (c) shows a perspective view of the thigh 200 after assembling parts 201a to 207. Furthermore, the structure of the right thigh and hip joint is the same as that of the left thigh and hip joint described below, so description is omitted. Also, for ease of explanation, the assembly order of the parts is described in a different order than the correct assembly order. For example, normally parts 202a, 202b, and 207 are assembled after parts 201a and 201b are assembled together; however, please note that here, to prioritize a detailed explanation of the thigh 200's structure, the description uses a state where the parts were assembled in a different order than the correct assembly steps.

[0036] exist Figure 3 In (a), it indicates the case where parts 204 to 206 are assembled with respect to the structure of parts other than parts 201a, 204, 205, and 206, which have already been assembled with thigh part 200. A recess 311 and a cylindrical part 312 are formed on the inner side of part 201b. The recess 311 is a hemispherical recess, which is formed to rotatably receive the spherical connecting parts formed on parts 205 and 206 together with the recess formed on part 201a.

[0037] Furthermore, the movable shaft formed by fittings 205 and 206 is installed in a configuration where two rod-shaped connecting portions extend from the spherical connecting portion in a horizontal direction as shown in the figure. A rod-shaped connecting portion is typically formed to extend along the leg, i.e., in the downward direction as shown in the figure, to connect to the leg. However, as with the movable shaft of this embodiment, by forming the connecting portion to the leg in a horizontal direction (a direction different from the direction along the leg), the space (predetermined space) in the area shown by the dotted line can be ensured.

[0038] The cylindrical portion 312 is formed in the aforementioned predetermined space and is a connecting portion for rotatably connecting to the annular connecting portion 341 of the accessory 204. The accessory 204 is a decorative component, unlike the accessories constituting the hip joint and thigh of the model toy 100. According to this embodiment, by connecting the movable shaft away from the aforementioned predetermined area, space for connecting decorative components such as the accessory 204 can be ensured without affecting the movement of the hip joint.

[0039] Figure 3 (b) indicates the case where accessory 201a is further assembled from the already assembled accessories 204 to 206. First, it can be seen that in the movable shafts of accessories 205 and 206, a rod-shaped connecting part is assembled extending along the z-direction (horizontal direction, forward direction) in the figure. This rod-shaped connecting part can rotate in the direction of the solid arrow as the movable shaft rotates.

[0040] The fitting 201a has a sidewall portion 313 and an opening portion 314. The sidewall portion 313 is formed to receive the spherical connecting portion of the movable shaft in a rotatable manner, having the same function as the recess 311 of the fitting 201b. Furthermore, unlike the fitting 201b, in the fitting 201a, in receiving the spherical connecting portion of the movable shaft, an opening portion 314 is formed for a rod-shaped connecting portion extending from this connecting portion to pass through. The rod-shaped connecting portion, as shown by the dashed arrow, is rotatably connected to the waist portion 104 of the model toy 100 through the opening portion 314.

[0041] Figure 3 (c) indicates that in Figure 3 The perspective view shows the thigh 200 in state (b) after further assembling accessory 201a. It can be seen that the rod-shaped connecting portion of the movable shaft formed by accessories 205 and 206 is exposed through the opening 314 of accessory 201a. A portion of accessory 204 is exposed from the back side of the thigh 200. This portion can rotate vertically as shown by the arrows in the figure. Furthermore, regarding the rod-shaped connecting portion of the movable shaft formed by accessories 205 and 206 exposed from the opening 314, it can rotate in multiple directions as shown by the arrows because accessories 205 and 206 are rotatably connected, and the spherical connecting portion allows rotation in multiple directions as shown by the arrows.

[0042] <Structure of the movable shaft>

[0043] Reference Figure 4 This describes the movable shaft structure of the hip joint of the model toy 100 in this embodiment. Figure 4 (a) represents an exploded solid view of the movable axis. Figure 4 (b) represents a three-dimensional view of the movable axis.

[0044] like Figure 4 As shown in (a), the movable shaft of the hip joint in this embodiment is configured to include fittings 205 and 206. Fitting 205 is configured to include connecting portions 351 and 353 and a hemispherical portion 352. In addition, fitting 206 is configured to include connecting portion 361, hemispherical portion 362 and recess 363.

[0045] Connecting part 351 is an example of the second connecting part and is formed in the shape of a rod. Connecting part 351 is partially connected to the waist part 104 in a rotatable manner. In addition, connecting part 361 is an example of the third connecting part and is formed in the shape of a rod. Connecting part 361 is rotatably connected to accessories 201a and 201b at the upper part of the thigh part 200.

[0046] The connecting portion 353 of component 205 is rotatably connected to the recess 363 of component 206. Therefore, components 205 and 206 are rotatably connected using the assembly structure of the connecting portion 353 and the recess 363. In other words, the movable shaft itself can rotate. Furthermore, by connecting components 205 and 206, the hemispheres 352 and 362 are connected abutting against each other, forming a spherical connecting portion (first connecting portion).

[0047] exist Figure 4 In (b), arrows indicate the rotation direction of the movable shaft. Arrow y1 indicates the direction of rotation of the rod-shaped connecting part 351 relative to the waist part 104 of the connecting target. Arrow y2 indicates the rotation direction of the movable shaft itself. Arrow y3 indicates the direction of rotation of the spherical connecting part, which is composed of hemispherical parts 352 and 362, relative to the fittings 201a and 201b constituting the thigh part 200. In this way, the spherical connecting part can rotate in multiple directions within the limitation of other fittings. Arrow y4 indicates the direction of rotation of the rod-shaped connecting part 361 relative to the fittings 201a and 201b of the thigh part 200. Thus, the movable shaft of the hip joint in this embodiment can have various rotation mechanisms and can rotate in various directions.

[0048] <Side section of the leg>

[0049] Reference Figure 5 The movement of the hip joint in this embodiment will be described. Figure 5 This shows a side sectional view of the left leg 105b. The structure of the right leg 105a is identical to that of the left leg 105b, so description is omitted.

[0050] As described above, in this embodiment, the movable shaft 501 forming the hip joint is formed at the upper part. Furthermore, the movable shafts 502 and 503 forming the knee joint are positioned vertically near the knee of the model toy 100. The thigh 200 can rotate about the movable shaft 502. Moreover, the movable shaft 503 can rotate relative to the lower leg 210, and the portion including the thigh 200 connected to its upper part and the movable shaft 502 can rotate about the movable shaft 503.

[0051] Furthermore, a movable axis 504 constituting the ankle joint is provided in the foot 220. The foot 220 can rotate about the movable axis 504. In this way, the leg 105b of this embodiment can rotate using multiple joints, enabling more natural movements.

[0052] Furthermore, in the leg portion 105b of this embodiment, a movable shaft 505 is included. The accessory 204, serving as a decorative component, can rotate relative to the thigh portion 200 about the movable shaft 505. This is achieved by connecting the connecting portion 361 of the movable shaft 501 to the accessories 201a and 201b of the thigh portion 200 in the z-direction (horizontal direction) of the figure, thereby securing the predetermined area indicated by the dashed line. That is, by securing the predetermined area, space can be secured for rotatably assembling the accessory 204. Thus, the accessory 204 can rotate about the movable shaft 505 without contacting the movable shaft 501. Therefore, according to this embodiment, the rotation mechanism of the decorative component can be located near the hip joint without affecting the rotation mechanism of the leg.

[0053] <Modible Shaft>

[0054] Reference Figure 6 The assembly structure of the movable shafts of the shoulder and hip joints, which are used as comparison objects, and the assembly structure of the movable shafts of the shoulder and hip joints in this embodiment will be described. Figure 6 of (a) Figure 6 (b) represents the front view of the model toy. Figure 6 (a) represents the assembly structure of the movable shaft of the object being compared. Figure 6 (b) indicates the assembly structure of the movable shaft in this embodiment. Furthermore, regarding the shoulder joint and hip joint, only the structure on the left side is shown for explanation, but the same applies to the structure on the right side.

[0055] like Figure 6 As shown in (a), the model toy 600, which serves as the comparison object, is configured to include a movable shaft 610 for the shoulder joint and a movable shaft 620 for the hip joint. These movable shafts connect the arm and chest, and the leg and waist, respectively, with their connecting portions extending downwards (vertically) and connected together. In this case, each movable shaft is located above the upper arm and the upper thigh, respectively, but because their connecting portions extend downwards, it is difficult to ensure space for inserting other components (other accessories) below the movable shafts.

[0056] On the other hand, such as Figure 6As shown in (b), the model toy 100 of this embodiment is configured to include a movable shaft 110 for the shoulder joint and a movable shaft 120 for the hip joint. These movable shafts connect the arm and chest, and the leg and waist, respectively. Their connecting portions do not extend along the arm and leg directions as described above, but rather extend forward (horizontally) and are connected together. Each movable shaft is located above the upper arm and the upper thigh, and because their connecting portions extend horizontally, space in a predetermined area can be secured at the bottom of the movable shaft. In this embodiment, other components can be rotatably inserted into the space of the predetermined area described above.

[0057] As described above, the model toy of this embodiment includes: a movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending in different directions from the first connecting portion; a first portion for rotatably connecting the second connecting portion; and a second portion for rotatably connecting the first connecting portion and the third connecting portion. Furthermore, the third connecting portion is connected to the second portion in a predetermined space, avoiding the space provided in the second portion. Thus, according to this embodiment, a novel structure for the connecting portion in a model toy can be provided.

[0058] <Variation Example>

[0059] This invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications and alterations can be made within the scope of the invention's intent. For example, the shape of the model toy is not particularly limited, and includes a wide variety of shapes such as humans, animals, robots, insects, and dinosaurs. Furthermore, the embodiments described above illustrate the application of this invention in the hip joint. However, this is not intended to limit the invention, and the above mechanism can also be used in other parts of the body. For example, it can also be applied to the shoulder joint and other joints.

[0060] <Summary of Implementation Methods>

[0061] The above embodiments disclose at least the following model toys and model parts. (1)

[0063] A model toy, wherein,

[0064] This model toy features:

[0065] A movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions;

[0066] Part 1, which allows the second connecting part to be rotatably connected; and

[0067] Part 2 provides a rotatable connection between the first connecting part and the third connecting part.

[0068] The third connecting portion connects to the second portion in a manner that avoids the predetermined space provided in the second portion. (2)

[0070] In the model toy described in (1), other components are rotatably connected in the predetermined space. (3)

[0072] Among the model toys described in (1) or (2),

[0073] The predetermined space is located at the lower part of the second part.

[0074] The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the second part. (4)

[0076] Among the model toys described in any of (1) to (3),

[0077] The second part includes a first accessory and a second accessory that rotatably clamp and engage the first connecting part and the third connecting part with each other.

[0078] The first accessory has an opening that exposes the second connecting portion.

[0079] The first and second fittings engage with each other to form the predetermined space at the bottom. (5)

[0081] Among the model toys described in any of (1) to (4),

[0082] The movable shaft includes:

[0083] The third component has a portion of the first connecting part and the second connecting part; and

[0084] The fourth component has other parts that are different from the first connecting part and the third connecting part.

[0085] The third and fourth components are rotatably connected to each other. (6)

[0087] Among the model toys described in any of (1) to (5),

[0088] The first part forms the waist of the model toy.

[0089] The second part forms the legs of the model toy.

[0090] The movable shaft forms the hip joint of the model toy. (7)

[0092] Among the model toys described in (6),

[0093] The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the thigh of the leg.

[0094] The thigh region has a movable part that differs from the joints of the leg.

[0095] The movable shaft and the fittings constituting the movable part will not come into contact with each other due to the rotation of the movable shaft and the rotation of the movable part. (8)

[0097] Among the model toys described in any of (1) to (5),

[0098] The first part forms the upper body of the model toy.

[0099] The second part forms the arm of the model toy.

[0100] The movable shaft forms the shoulder joint of the model toy. (9)

[0102] Among the model toys described in (8),

[0103] The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the upper arm portion of the arm.

[0104] The upper arm portion has a movable part that is different from the joint of the arm portion.

[0105] The movable shaft and the fittings constituting the movable part will not come into contact with each other due to the rotation of the movable shaft and the rotation of the movable part. (10)

[0107] A model component, wherein,

[0108] This model component has:

[0109] A movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions;

[0110] Part 1, which allows the second connecting part to be rotatably connected; and

[0111] Part 2 provides a rotatable connection between the first connecting part and the third connecting part.

[0112] The third connecting portion connects to the second portion in a manner that avoids the predetermined space provided in the second portion.

Claims

1. A model toy, wherein, This model toy features: A movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions; Part 1, which allows the second connecting part to be rotatably connected; and Part 2 provides a rotatable connection between the first connecting part and the third connecting part. The third connecting portion connects to the second portion in a manner that avoids the predetermined space provided in the second portion.

2. The model toy according to claim 1, wherein, Other components are rotatably connected to the predetermined space.

3. The model toy according to claim 1, wherein, The predetermined space is located at the lower part of the second part. The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the second part.

4. The model toy according to claim 3, wherein, The second part includes a first accessory and a second accessory that rotatably clamp and engage the first connecting part and the third connecting part with each other. The first accessory has an opening that exposes the second connecting portion. The first and second fittings engage with each other to form the predetermined space at the bottom.

5. The model toy according to claim 1, wherein, The movable shaft has: The third component has a portion of the first connecting part and the second connecting part; and The fourth component has other parts that are different from the first connecting part and the third connecting part. The third and fourth components are rotatably connected to each other.

6. The model toy according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, The first part forms the waist of the model toy. The second part forms the legs of the model toy. The movable shaft forms the hip joint of the model toy.

7. The model toy according to claim 6, wherein, The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the thigh of the leg. The thigh region has a movable part that differs from the joints of the leg. The movable shaft and the fittings constituting the movable part will not come into contact with each other due to the rotation of the movable shaft and the rotation of the movable part.

8. The model toy according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, The first part forms the upper body of the model toy. The second part forms the arm of the model toy. The movable shaft forms the shoulder joint of the model toy.

9. The model toy according to claim 8, wherein, The third connecting part is connected horizontally to the upper part of the upper arm portion of the arm. The upper arm portion has a movable part that is different from the joint of the arm portion. The movable shaft and the fittings constituting the movable part will not come into contact with each other due to the rotation of the movable shaft and the rotation of the movable part.

10. A model component, wherein, This model component has: A movable shaft having a spherical first connecting portion and a second connecting portion and a third connecting portion extending from the first connecting portion in different directions; Part 1, which allows the second connecting part to be rotatably connected; and Part 2 provides a rotatable connection between the first connecting part and the third connecting part. The third connecting portion connects to the second portion in a manner that avoids the predetermined space provided in the second portion.

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