Water ball

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of entertainment toys, in particular to a water polo. The water polo comprises a main body and an elastic connecting piece, the main body comprises two flexible hemispheroids which are oppositely arranged in the first direction, and the two flexible hemispheroids are buckled with each other to form a water carrying cavity; the elastic connecting piece is arranged in the water carrying cavity, and the two ends of the elastic connecting piece are connected to the two flexible hemispheres in the first direction respectively, so that the two flexible hemispheres tend to be close to each other in the first direction. The problem that in the prior art, the water filling operation steps of the water polo are troublesome is solved, rapid water filling of the water polo is achieved, and the use experience feeling of a user is better.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of entertainment toys, in particular to a water ball. Background Art

[0002] Water balls are an indispensable part of swimming pool toys and are also one of the carnival artifacts for outdoor water fights. The specific way to play is: put the water ball into the water, open the water ball, and then fill the inner cavity of the water ball with water, and then buckle the water ball to form a water ball body filled with water, and then throw the toy water ball filled with water at other participants. After the toy water ball hits other participants, the toy water ball bursts due to the collision force, and the game participants who are hit are soaked by the water due to the cracking of the water ball. Participants can try to avoid the flying water ball as much as possible. This game is a cool, enjoyable and safe summer entertainment activity.

[0003] An existing water ball includes two independent flexible hemispheres, and buckle structures are provided at the edges of the two flexible hemispheres so that the two flexible hemispheres can be snapped together to form a water-carrying cavity. When filling the water ball with water, the user needs to put it into the water, align the two flexible hemispheres with both hands, and then snap the two flexible hemispheres together to fill the water-carrying cavity with water, so it is troublesome to fill the water ball with water. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the embodiments of the utility model is to provide a water ball to solve the problem that it is difficult and complicated to fill the water ball with water in the prior art.

[0005] The water ball provided by the embodiment of the utility model comprises:

[0006] The main body comprises two flexible hemispheres arranged opposite to each other in a first direction, and the two flexible hemispheres are buckled with each other to form a water-carrying cavity;

[0007] An elastic connector is disposed in the water-carrying cavity, and two ends of the elastic connector are respectively connected to the two flexible hemispheres in the first direction, so that the two flexible hemispheres tend to approach each other in the first direction.

[0008] In one embodiment, two pulling members are further included, and the two pulling members are respectively installed on the opposite sides of the two flexible hemispheres.

[0009] In one embodiment, the elastic connector includes an elastic column and two fixed heads, and the two fixed heads are relatively arranged on both sides of the elastic column in the first direction; the inner walls of the two flexible hemispheres are each provided with an installation opening, and the fixed heads are fixed to the installation opening.

[0010] In one embodiment, the mounting port is a through port, the fixed head includes a connecting portion and a limiting portion, the limiting portion is located between the connecting portion and the elastic column, the connecting portion is installed in the mounting port and is adapted to the contour of the mounting port, the pulling member is connected to the connecting portion, the contour of the mounting port is smaller than the limiting portion, and the limiting portion is blocked at a position of the mounting port close to the water carrying cavity.

[0011] In one embodiment, a boss is provided on the inner side wall of the flexible hemisphere, and the mounting opening is arranged on the boss.

[0012] In one embodiment, a plurality of reinforcing ribs are further provided on the inner side wall of the flexible hemisphere, one end of the plurality of reinforcing ribs is connected to the boss, and the other end extends toward the edge of the flexible hemisphere, and the plurality of reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed around the circumference of the flexible hemisphere.

[0013] In one embodiment, the pulling member is a pull ring, and two of the pulling members are symmetrically arranged. A plug block is provided on the side of the pull ring close to the water carrying cavity, and a contoured slot used in conjunction with the plug block is provided on the connecting portion, and the contour of the contoured slot is different from a circle.

[0014] In one embodiment, an annular rib is provided on the inner side of the edge of one of the flexible hemispheres, and the annular rib can fit with the inner side wall of the other flexible hemisphere.

[0015] In one embodiment, a snap-fit ​​structure is further included, which includes a convex strip and a groove. The convex strip is arranged at the annular rib, and the groove is arranged on the inner wall of the other flexible hemisphere. When the two flexible hemispheres are snapped together, the convex strip is accommodated in the groove.

[0016] In one embodiment, the groove and the convex strip are both extended along the circumference of the annular rib, and the length of the groove is greater than the length of the convex strip.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effect of the water ball provided by the embodiment of the utility model is that the water ball of the present application is faster and more convenient to fill with water, and the user experience is better.

[0018] Specifically, in the present application, the two ends of the elastic connector are respectively connected to the two flexible hemispheres in a first direction, and the elastic connector has an elastic force, so that the two flexible hemispheres have a tendency to move toward each other, so that the two flexible hemispheres remain interlocked with each other; and after force is applied to the flexible hemispheres, the two flexible hemispheres can also overcome the elastic force and open relatively, so that when the water ball is in water, water can be loaded into the water carrying cavity, and after no force is applied to the flexible hemispheres, the elastic connector can restore its original state through the elastic force, so that the two flexible hemispheres are quickly interlocked to complete the water ball filling operation. It can be seen that the water ball is faster and more convenient to fill with water, and the user experience is better. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The specific implementation of the utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, in which:

[0020] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a water ball provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is one of the partially cutaway schematic diagrams of the water ball provided by the embodiment of the utility model, and the water ball is in a buckled state;

[0022] Figure 3 This is the second partial cutaway schematic diagram of the water ball provided by the embodiment of the utility model, in which the water ball is in an open state;

[0023] Figure 4 It is a disassembly schematic diagram of the elastic connecting member and the flexible hemisphere provided in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 It is a partial schematic diagram of the elastic connector provided by the embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 It is a disassembly schematic diagram of the pulling member and the connecting part provided by the embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 It is a half-cut schematic diagram of a water ball provided by an embodiment of the utility model.

[0027] The reference numerals in the figures are:

[0028] 1000, Water Polo;

[0029] 100, main body; 110, flexible hemispherical body; 111, mounting opening; 112, boss; 113, reinforcing rib; 114, annular rib; 120, water-carrying cavity;

[0030] 200, elastic connector; 210, elastic column; 220, fixed head; 221, connecting portion; 221a, contoured slot; 222, limiting portion;

[0031] 300, pulling piece; 310, pull ring; 311, plug block;

[0032] 400, buckling structure; 410, convex strip; 420, groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other. Now, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, a preferred embodiment of the present utility model is described in detail.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the embodiment of the utility model provides a water ball 1000 for outdoor water fights. The water ball 1000 includes a main body 100 and an elastic connector 200, wherein the main body 100 includes two elastic connectors 200 and 200. Figure 1 The two flexible hemispheres 110 are arranged opposite to each other in the first direction (as shown in the X direction in FIG), and the two flexible hemispheres 110 are buckled together to form a water-carrying cavity 120; the elastic connecting member 200 is arranged in the water-carrying cavity 120, and the two ends of the elastic connecting member 200 are respectively connected to the two flexible hemispheres 110 in the first direction, so that the two flexible hemispheres 110 have a tendency to approach each other in the first direction. The problem that the water ball 1000 in the prior art has complicated water filling operation steps is solved, and the water ball 1000 is quickly filled with water.

[0035] Specifically, in the present application, the two ends of the elastic connector 200 are respectively connected to the two flexible hemispheres 110 in the first direction, and the elastic connector 200 has an elastic force, so that the two flexible hemispheres 110 have a tendency to move toward each other, so that the two flexible hemispheres 110 remain mutually engaged; and when a force is applied to the flexible hemispheres 110 (such as Figure 3 F), the elastic connector 200 is stretched, and the two flexible hemispheres 110 overcome the elastic force and open relatively, so that when the water ball 1000 is in water, water can be loaded into the water-carrying cavity 120. After the force on the flexible hemispheres 110 is removed, the elastic connector 200 recovers through the elastic force to make the two flexible hemispheres 110 quickly snap together again, thereby completing the water ball 1000 water filling operation. It can be seen that the water ball 1000 is faster and more convenient to fill with water, and the user experience is better.

[0036] In the present application, the flexible hemisphere 110 is flexible, so that the main body 100 is more easily deformed and cracked after being subjected to a collision force, so that water can escape from the water-carrying cavity 120. In addition, the flexible hemisphere 110 is elastic, so that it can be restored to its original shape by external force after deformation, so as to be reused.

[0037] In the present application, the first direction coincides with the central axis of the main body 100 , that is, the elastic connector 200 is disposed on the central axis of the main body 100 , so that the two flexible hemispheres 110 are subjected to elastic force more evenly, which is more conducive to the opening or interlocking connection of the two flexible hemispheres 110 .

[0038] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, two pulling members 300 are further included, and the two pulling members 300 are respectively installed on the opposite sides of the two flexible hemispheres 110. The pulling member 300 enables the user to better apply force to the flexible hemisphere 110, helping the flexible hemisphere 110 to overcome the elastic force and quickly open, shortening the operation time, so as to more effectively fill water into the water ball 1000. Specifically, the pulling member 300 can be in the shape of a belt or a handle, so that the user can hold and pinch it more conveniently, improving the convenience and efficiency of the operation. Of course, those skilled in the art can also adjust the design of the pulling member 300 according to actual needs, and the setting method of the pulling member 300 is not limited here.

[0039] In the present application, the elastic connector 200 and the two flexible hemispheres 110 are integrally formed, or they can be assembled and connected. Figure 4 In this embodiment, the elastic connector 200 and the two flexible hemispheres 110 are connected by assembly. The elastic connector 200 includes an elastic column 210 and two fixing heads 220, and the two fixing heads 220 are arranged on both sides of the elastic column 210 in the first direction; the inner side walls of the two flexible hemispheres 110 are provided with mounting openings 111, and the fixing heads 220 are fixed to the mounting openings 111. In this way, the fixing heads 220 are fixed to the mounting openings 111, so that the elastic connector 200 and the two flexible hemispheres 110 can be securely connected, and the elastic connector 200 and the two flexible hemispheres 110 are made separately, which reduces the manufacturing difficulty and is more suitable for large-scale mass production.

[0040] Specifically, the elastic column 210 is elastic, and the elastic column 210 can be relatively stretched when subjected to force and return to its original shape through elastic force; the hardness of the two fixing heads 220 is greater than that of the elastic column 210, so as to ensure that the fixing heads 220 and the installation opening 111 are firmly matched. The fixing head 220 and the installation opening 111 can be fixedly connected by tight fit or gluing to improve the reliability of the connection.

[0041] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5In a more specific embodiment, the installation opening 111 is a through opening, the fixing head 220 includes a connecting portion 221 and a limiting portion 222, the limiting portion 222 is located between the connecting portion 221 and the elastic column 210, the connecting portion 221 is installed in the installation opening 111 and is adapted to the profile of the installation opening 111, the pulling member 300 is connected to the connecting portion 221, the profile of the installation opening 111 is smaller than the limiting portion 222, and the limiting portion 222 is blocked at a position of the installation opening 111 close to the water-carrying cavity 120. The pulling member 300 pulls the connecting portion 221 to stretch the elastic column 210, and the limiting portion 222 abuts against a side of the installation opening 111 close to the water-carrying cavity 120, so that the flexible hemisphere 110 can move synchronously with the connecting portion 221, avoiding the deviation of the flexible hemisphere 110, and allowing the two flexible hemispheres 110 to open smoothly, effectively improving the stability of the water ball 1000 when filled with water. Furthermore, when the through port and the connecting portion 221 are fixedly installed, the limiting portion 222 can also improve the assembly efficiency of the two. After the through port is fitted to the connecting portion 221, it is pushed until it contacts the limiting portion 222 to achieve a quick alignment connection. In this embodiment, the connecting portion 221 and the limiting portion 222 are both shaft-shaped, which is more convenient for parts processing. The fixed connection method of the connecting portion 221 and the through port can be a tight fit, gluing or snap connection, which is not limited here.

[0042] Reference Figure 4 In one embodiment, a boss 112 is provided on the inner side wall of the flexible hemisphere 110, and the mounting opening 111 is provided on the boss 112. With such a configuration, the connection position between the flexible hemisphere 110 and the fixing head 220 can have a higher structural strength, and the connection strength between the flexible hemisphere 110 and the fixing head is higher. When the user applies force to the pulling member, the connection position between the flexible hemisphere 110 and the fixing head 220 is not easily damaged.

[0043] It is worth mentioning that although increasing the overall wall thickness of the flexible hemisphere 110 can also increase the connection strength between the flexible hemisphere 110 and the fixed head 220, the capacity of the water-carrying cavity 120 will be relatively small. By implementing this embodiment, the wall thickness of the flexible hemisphere 110 can be reduced, the capacity of the water-carrying cavity 120 can be increased and its relative weight can be reduced, which makes it easier for users to throw and greatly improves the user experience.

[0044] Reference Figure 4In one embodiment, a plurality of reinforcing ribs 113 are further provided on the inner side wall of the flexible hemispherical body 110, one end of the plurality of reinforcing ribs 113 is connected to the boss 112, and the other end extends toward the edge of the flexible hemispherical body 110, and the plurality of reinforcing ribs 113 are evenly distributed around the circumference of the flexible hemispherical body 110. In this way, the reinforcing ribs 113 can improve the structural strength of the flexible hemispherical body 110, and prevent the user from applying excessive force to the flexible hemispherical body 110 before throwing the water ball 1000, thereby causing deformation, causing water to flow out of the water-carrying cavity 120, and affecting the user experience. By way of example, in this embodiment, four reinforcing ribs 113 are provided, and the four reinforcing ribs 113 are evenly distributed around the circumference of the flexible hemispherical body 110.

[0045] Reference Figure 6 In one embodiment, the pull member 300 is a pull ring 310. With this arrangement, the user can hook the pull ring 310 with his fingers, which makes it easier to apply force. Preferably, in this embodiment, the two pull members 300 are symmetrically arranged so that the user can hook the pull ring 310 with both hands in the same direction, which is more ergonomic and more in line with the user's operating habits.

[0046] In order to improve the symmetry of the positions of the two pulling members 300, further, in this embodiment, an insert block 311 is provided on the side of the pull ring 310 close to the water-carrying chamber 120, and a profile slot 221a used in conjunction with the insert block 311 is provided on the connecting portion 221, and the contour of the profile slot 221a is different from a circle. In this way, the profile slot 221a can prevent the insert block 311 from rotating relative to itself, thereby maintaining the relative position of the pull ring 310 and the connecting portion 221, preventing the pull member 300 from being offset, so that the pull member 300 can be in a preset installation position, thereby ensuring the position symmetry of the two pulling members 300.

[0047] Specifically, the fixed connection between the plug block 311 and the contoured slot 221a can be tight fit, gluing or snap connection, which is not limited here. The plug block 311 and the contoured slot 221a can be rectangular, square, triangular or other irregular shapes, which is also not limited here.

[0048] Reference Figure 4 In one embodiment, an annular rib 114 is provided on the inner side of the edge of one of the flexible hemispheres 110, and the annular rib 114 can fit with the inner side wall of the other flexible hemisphere 110. In this way, the annular rib 114 can improve the sealing performance of the water-carrying cavity 120, and prevent the water from flowing out from the middle connection of the two flexible hemispheres 110 after the water-carrying cavity 120 is filled with water.

[0049] In the present application, there are many ways to fasten the two flexible hemispheres 110. They can be connected by magnetic connection or snap connection. Figure 4 and Figure 7In this embodiment, the two flexible hemispheres 110 are connected by snap-fitting, and the water ball 1000 also includes a snap-fitting structure 400, which includes a convex strip 410 and a groove 420. The convex strip 410 is arranged at the annular rib 114, and the groove 420 is arranged on the inner wall of the other flexible hemisphere 110. When the two flexible hemispheres 110 are snap-fitted, the convex strip 410 is accommodated in the groove 420, so that the two flexible hemispheres 110 are connected to each other.

[0050] Specifically, there are multiple convex strips 410 and grooves 420, and the multiple convex strips 410 and grooves 420 are evenly arranged in steps along the circumference of the annular retaining edge 114. The multiple bosses 112 and grooves 420 are more reliably connected together to prevent the two flexible hemispherical bodies 110 from accidentally separating. Exemplarily, there are four convex strips 410 and grooves 420, and the angle between adjacent convex strips 410 or adjacent grooves 420 is 90 degrees.

[0051] Preferably, the groove 420 and the convex strip 410 are both extended along the circumference of the annular rib 114, and the length of the groove 420 is greater than the length of the convex strip 410. This makes it easier to insert the convex strip 410 into the groove 420. The length of the groove 420 is greater than the length of the convex strip 410. The convex strip 410 only needs to be roughly aligned with the groove 420 to be accommodated therein, making the fastening faster and more stable, and reducing the occurrence of abnormal fastening.

[0052] Preferably, the side of the convex strip 410 facing the groove 420 has a curved surface, which can reduce the contact area with the other flexible hemisphere 110, thereby reducing the friction between the two, so that the convex strip 410 can be placed in the groove 420 more smoothly.

[0053] It should be understood that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present utility model rather than to limit it. For those skilled in the art, the technical solutions described in the above embodiments can be modified, or some of the technical features therein can be replaced by equivalents; and all these modifications and replacements should fall within the scope of protection of the claims attached to the present utility model.

Claims

1. A water ball, characterized in that: include: The main body comprises two flexible hemispheres arranged opposite to each other in a first direction, and the two flexible hemispheres are buckled with each other to form a water-carrying cavity; An elastic connector is disposed in the water-carrying cavity, and two ends of the elastic connector are respectively connected to the two flexible hemispheres in the first direction, so that the two flexible hemispheres tend to approach each other in the first direction.

2. The water ball according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also comprises two pulling members, which are respectively arranged on the opposite sides of the two flexible hemispheres.

3. The water ball according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic connector includes an elastic column and two fixing heads, which are relatively arranged on both sides of the elastic column in the first direction; the inner side walls of the two flexible hemispheres are each provided with a mounting opening, and the fixing heads are fixed to the mounting opening.

4. The water ball according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting port is a through port, the fixed head includes a connecting portion and a limiting portion, the limiting portion is located between the connecting portion and the elastic column, the connecting portion is installed in the mounting port and is adapted to the contour of the mounting port, the pulling member is connected to the connecting portion, the contour of the mounting port is smaller than the limiting portion, and the limiting portion is blocked at a position of the mounting port close to the water carrying cavity.

5. The water ball according to claim 4, characterized in that: A boss is provided on the inner side wall of the flexible hemisphere, and the mounting opening is arranged on the boss.

6. The water ball according to claim 5, characterized in that: A plurality of reinforcing ribs are also arranged on the inner side wall of the flexible hemisphere, one end of the plurality of reinforcing ribs is connected to the boss, and the other end extends toward the edge of the flexible hemisphere, and the plurality of reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed around the circumference of the flexible hemisphere.

7. The water ball according to any one of claims 4 to 6, characterized in that: The pulling member is a pull ring, and two of the pulling members are symmetrically arranged. A plug block is provided on one side of the pull ring close to the water-carrying cavity, and a contoured slot used in conjunction with the plug block is provided on the connecting portion, and the contour of the contoured slot is different from a circle.

8. The water ball according to claim 7, characterized in that: An annular rib is provided on the inner side of the edge of one of the flexible hemispheres, and the annular rib can fit with the inner side wall of the other flexible hemisphere.

9. The water ball according to claim 8, characterized in that: It also includes a snap-fit ​​structure, which includes a convex strip and a groove. The convex strip is arranged at the annular rib, and the groove is arranged on the inner side wall of the other flexible hemisphere. When the two flexible hemispheres are snap-fitted, the convex strip is accommodated in the groove.

10. The water ball according to claim 9, characterized in that: The groove and the convex strip are both extended along the circumference of the annular rib, and the length of the groove is greater than the length of the convex strip.

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