Toy generating air bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled air bubbles

Abstract

The utility model relates to a toy capable of generating bubbles, smoke and bubbles filled with the smoke. The toy comprises a bubble solution container connected to a shell through a shaft. An engine generating air bubbles and an air generating device connected to the air duct are secured within the housing. The chimney is connected to the blower through an air passage that flows through the chimney and is connected to the air conduit. A bubble and smoke discharge nozzle is secured to the second end of the air conduit, and the nozzle includes a membrane generating assembly and a discharge port. A channel having a tubular structure has a first end submerged within the solution reservoir and a second end connected to the bubble film generating assembly. The smoke and air are pushed through the air bubble film generating assembly to discharge smoke-filled air bubbles, smoke and air bubbles through the discharge port.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of novel toys, in particular to a novel toy which generates bubbles, smoke and / or bubbles filled with smoke. Background Art

[0002] Toys that generate bubbles and produce smoke are known. However, many toys leak due to excessive bubble generation, overheating of the oil, and inadequate construction. As a result, the toy quickly becomes inoperable due to excess solution leaking into the toy's internal electronic components. In addition, the solution and oil leak onto the user's hands, wasting a large amount of the bubble solution and oil. In addition, these toys tend to overheat, thereby damaging the toy's internal electronics.

[0003] In addition, many known toys produce bubbles, smoke, or smoke-filled bubbles. The known devices are not capable of producing bubbles, smoke, and / or smoke-filled bubbles simultaneously or independently in any combination. Therefore, these known toys are quite limited in the functions they perform. Utility Model Content

[0004] A toy for producing bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles includes a bubble solution reservoir connected to a housing by an axis. An engine for producing bubbles and an air generating device are fixed in the housing. Connected to the air generating device is an air duct. The chimney is connected to the blower by an air passage that flows through the chimney and is connected to the air duct. A bubble and smoke discharge nozzle is fixed to the second end of the air duct, and the nozzle includes a film generating assembly and a discharge port. The passage having a tubular structure has a first end immersed in the solution reservoir and a second end connected to the film generating assembly.

[0005] The utility model provides a toy for generating bubbles, smoke and bubbles filled with smoke, the toy comprising:

[0006] a shaft having a first end and a second end;

[0007] a reservoir of a bubble generating solution connectable to the first end of the shaft;

[0008] a housing connected to the second end of the shaft;

[0009] a bubble generating engine, the bubble generating engine being fixed within the housing;

[0010] a blower secured within the housing and connected to the first end of the air duct;

[0011] a chimney secured within the housing and connected to the blower via an air passage that flows from the air duct through the chimney and reconnects to the air duct;

[0012] a bubble and smoke discharge nozzle secured to the second end of the air duct, wherein the nozzle includes a bubble film generating assembly and a discharge port; and

[0013] A channel includes a tubular structure having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the tubular structure is immersed in a reservoir of solution and the second end of the tubular structure is connected to the membrane-producing assembly.

[0014] Preferably, the toy further comprises an LED fixed in the housing.

[0015] Preferably, the bubble generating engine comprises a motor and a pump, and the motor and the pump are electrically connected to a power source.

[0016] Preferably, the shaft comprises a switch and a button, wherein the switch is configured to activate the bubble generating engine and the button is configured to activate the chimney.

[0017] Preferably, the chimney comprises a housing containing a wick surrounded by a heater coil, wherein the heater coil is secured within an air passage within the housing.

[0018] Preferably, the toy further comprises a recycling channel, wherein the recycling channel comprises a tubular structure having two ends, wherein one end is connected to the bubble film generating assembly and the other end is connected to a reservoir of the solution.

[0019] Preferably, the toy further comprises a speaker and a microphone fixed in the shaft.

[0020] Preferably, the bubble film generating assembly comprises a groove around the inner edge of the nozzle, wherein the groove comprises two open semicircular portions, wherein the scraper is located at the center of the semicircular portions.

[0021] Preferably, the toy further comprises a control circuit comprising a proximity detection device, wherein the toy is configured to automatically generate bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles when it receives a unique beacon in the vicinity of the toy.

[0022] Preferably, the toy further comprises a control circuit comprising a wireless communication device, wherein the toy is configured to generate bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles via wireless signals. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 is a front view of a toy that produces bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles.

[0024] Figure 2 Yes Figure 1 A rear view of a toy showing the generation of bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles.

[0025] Figure 3 Yes Figure 1 An open side view of a toy is shown that produces bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles.

[0026] Figure 4 Yes Figure 1 An exploded side view of a toy is shown that produces bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles.

[0027] Figure 5 Yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the top of the housing of a toy that produces bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles is shown.

[0028] Figure 6 is a cross-sectional rear view of the smoke canister and smoke canister battery, which are fixed on the Figure 1 The toys shown generate bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles within the housing.

[0029] Figure 7 Yes Figure 1 A rear perspective partially transparent view of the housing of a bubble, smoke, and smoke-filled bubble generating toy is shown.

[0030] Figure 8 Yes Figure 1 A rear perspective view of the housing of a toy showing the generation of bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles with the smoke cartridge and smoke cartridge batteries removed. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] This application is a continuation-in-part of and claims the benefit of U.S. Application No. 17 / 335,447, filed on June 1, 2021, and further claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 269,647, filed on March 21, 2022. All publications, patents, and patent applications mentioned herein are incorporated by reference in their entirety.

[0032] Figure 1-4 Different views of the toy 10 are shown that produce bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles, and Figure 5-8 Different views of the housing 50 of the toy are shown. The toy is, for example, a bubble wand, similar to the toy made by the applicant and disclosed in U.S. Application No. 17 / 335,447, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Advantageously, the toy generates bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles simultaneously or independently and in any combination.

[0033] like Figure 1-3As shown, toy 10 includes a bubble solution reservoir 20 and a housing 50 connected by a shaft 30. The reservoir is connected to the shaft, for example, by twisting or screwing the reservoir into a ridge 21 forming the bottom of the shaft, see Figure 3 The reservoir contains a liquid, such as a bubble solution, which is converted into bubbles when blown out of the discharge port 86 located at the top of the housing. Figure 5 and Figure 6 Advantageously, the reservoir is easily refilled, the bubble solution is preferably non-toxic, and non-slip when the solution is dropped to the ground as bubbles.

[0034] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the reservoir 20 includes a cover 22 that is fixed to the top of the reservoir or forms the top of the reservoir. The cover prevents the solution from leaking into the shaft 30. The cover includes a nozzle 28, and the solution channel 26 is snugly fixed around the nozzle 28. The solution channel includes a tubular structure that passes through the shaft 30 and is connected to the inlet 70 in the outer wall of the discharge nozzle 90. The cover also includes a nozzle 29, and the recirculation channel 25 is snugly fixed around the nozzle 29. The recirculation channel includes a tubular structure that passes through the shaft from the discharge nozzle and returns to the reservoir. Advantageously, excess bubble solution is discharged from the discharge nozzle and returned to the reservoir for reuse and recycling.

[0035] The shaft 30 is preferably made of a lightweight but durable material, such as plastic, that can withstand being dropped without breaking. Figure 1-4 As shown, the shaft is hollow and made of a single piece, or comprises a front portion 34 and a rear portion 32, which are fixed together, for example, by screws, see Figure 4 .like Figure 3-4 As shown, the shaft preferably includes a power source for activating the toy 10. The power source is, for example, a battery 35, which is secured in a battery compartment 36 located on the rear side of the shaft. The battery compartment includes a cover 38 that secures the battery in the compartment, for example by screws. The battery is electrically connected to a switch 40, such as a slide switch, that forms part of the shaft. This switch is multifunctional and can control and activate various functions and features of the toy. For example, Figure 2-4 As shown, the switch is a three-way sliding switch, and when in the middle position, the toy is off. When the user slides the switch to the right, various light emitting diodes 37 ("LEDs") fixed inside the toy are activated. The LEDs vary in color, brightness and intensity, so that when activated, a spectacular light show occurs. In addition, as Figure 1 As shown, the housing 50 includes a face etched therein, such as a jack-o'-lantern face, so that when the LEDs are illuminated, the jack-o'-lantern appears to be talking or animated. When the user slides the switch to the left, the bubble engine 52 is activated and bubbles are generated from the exhaust port 86.

[0036] Advantageously, if Figure 3-4 As shown, the toy 10 includes a single button 42 for activating the smoke cartridge 100. Thus, the toy simultaneously or independently generates bubbles, smoke and / or smoke-filled bubbles. The button is electrically connected to a single cartridge battery 103, such as a lithium battery, which is fixed in the housing 50.

[0037] In one embodiment, both cartridge cell 103 and battery 35 include fuses that protect them from overheating by cutting off power if the temperature rises above a safe limit.

[0038] like Figure 3-4 As shown, the toy 10 includes circuits and / or control circuits, such as a printed circuit board or microcontroller unit 39, for controlling various electrical operations of the toy. The printed circuit board is preprogrammed to connect the electronic components of the toy to each other in a controlled manner. In addition, or instead of it, the switch 40 and the button 42 include switches controlled by software or signals controlled by an internal controller. Therefore, the circuit of the toy is activated by remote device communication or by a motion sensor. For example, the switch or other circuit is activated by embedding instructions and / or receiving a start signal. For example, the control circuit includes a receiver that activates the lighting of an LED, bubble generation and / or smoke generation of the toy. For example, the switch or other circuit includes a proximity detection device, such as an RFID or other type of electronic device, which senses position, proximity or other wireless operation, which provides instructions for or indicates the lighting, bubble or smoke generation of the toy. For example, the circuit is operable to detect the position relative to the beacon sent. For example, the toy automatically starts when it approaches a display, feature, attraction or other location in an amusement park that is sending a unique beacon. When received by the toy, it begins to illuminate or generate smoke and / or bubbles in a predetermined manner.

[0039] In one embodiment, the toy 10 includes a transmitter that transmits signals to displays, features, attractions, etc. at other locations in the amusement park. Thus, when a user holding the toy approaches a display, feature, attraction, or other location, and that location receives the unique beacon transmitted by the toy, the display, feature, attraction, etc. will be activated in a predetermined manner.

[0040] like Figure 3-4 As shown, a speaker 33 and a microphone 31 are also fixed in the shaft 30 and are electrically connected to the printed circuit board 39. For example, the control circuit includes programming of a sound chip, which is pre-programmed with various audio files. Therefore, the toy generates bubbles, smoke and / or smoke-filled bubbles in synchronization with the sounds played through the speaker and / or ambient sounds. Possible automatic instructions included in the circuit include playing predetermined audio stored in the toy's memory or received by the toy's receiver, playing signals streamed and received by the integrated receiver, and similar functions.

[0041] like Figure 4 As shown, the housing 50 is made of a single piece of plastic, or is composed of a front portion 51 and a rear portion 53 that are fixed together, for example, by screws. Figure 3-4 As shown, a bubble engine 52 is secured within the housing 50. The bubble engine includes the components necessary to generate bubbles, which are secured within a molded housing 54 within the interior of the housing. The housing protects the components from any potential leakage of the bubble solution or oil. The bubble engine is similar to the bubble engine used in a bubble wand, which was made by applicant and disclosed in U.S. Application No. 17 / 335,447, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. The bubble engine includes a motor 66 electrically connected to a pump having a gearbox, a drive shaft 88 connected to a scraper 85, and an air generating device 64. The motor is effective to generate the energy required to rotate the scraper via the drive shaft to generate the desired amount of bubbles without generating excessive bubbles, see Figure 5 In addition, the motor is connected to the air generating device 64 and generates the precise air flow rate required to produce the desired amount of bubbles and smoke. In addition, because the speed of the motor is slowed down, the toy advantageously uses less current, thereby increasing the battery life of the toy.

[0042] To further assist in producing the desired size and number of bubbles, the type of pump used is preferably a peristaltic pump. The pump is connected to a gearbox that includes a plurality of gears that control the speed of the pump to produce a precise number of bubbles per minute. The pump operates in conjunction with the motor 66 and the gearbox to draw the bubble solution from the reservoir 20 through the solution channel 26. The channel extends from the reservoir, through the shaft 30 and the pump. The channel is fixed to the inlet 70 on the wall of the nozzle 90, see Figure 5 The solution drips through the inlet onto the trough 76. The scraper 85 rotates 360 degrees around the trough to form a film of bubble solution.

[0043] The motor 66 is electrically connected to the air generating device 64. Figure 4-5 As shown, for example, the air generating device is a fan, and the speed of the air flow it generates is the speed required to push the bubble solution film through the discharge hole 86 to generate bubbles. In addition, the fan must also generate an air flow with sufficient speed to push the smoke from the air cylinder 100 to the air duct 68. The air from the air generating device and the smoke cylinder is pushed into the air duct, which is a hollow tube fixed to the housing 54 of the bubble engine, a part thereof, or formed by it. The air duct is bent at a certain angle, which helps to provide a precise airflow to generate the desired number of bubbles.

[0044] like Figure 3-5 As shown, the top of the air duct 68 is connected to the bubble and smoke exhaust nozzle 90. Figure 5As shown, the nozzle includes a groove 76 around the upper periphery of the nozzle. The groove includes a connection point 70, to which the solution channel 26 is connected and drips the solution onto the groove at a precise rate defined by the pump and gearbox. Further connected to the groove is a discharge port, to which the recirculation channel 25 is connected to recirculate excess liquid back to the reservoir 20. Two open semicircular portions (72, 74) are centrally located in the groove, and a scraper 85 rotates 360 degrees around the semicircular portions. The scraper is located in the center of the groove of the scraper shaft 88, and the scraper rod 88 extends into the housing 50 and is connected to the motor. When rotating, the scraper extends to the outer edge of the groove and rotates on the two semicircular openings to form a bubble solution film. The air blown from the air generating device 64 passes through the air duct and enters the film, which is discharged from the discharge port in the form of bubbles. For example, in use, when the user slides the switch 40 to the left, the bubble engine 52 is activated. Thus, the pump begins to pump the bubble solution from the reservoir 20 through the solution channel through the shaft 30 and to the groove. As the scraper rotates 360 degrees, the solution collects in the groove, forming a film on the two semicircular parts. Subsequently, air is pushed upward from the air generating device, passing through the air duct under the two semicircular parts. The air pushes the film into the bubbles, which are discharged from the discharge port. Further fixed to the outside of the nozzle cover is a gasket or sealing device, which presses against the housing to make the toy waterproof.

[0045] Advantageously, smoke is also generated and pushed through the air duct 68 into the membrane to create smoke-filled bubbles and smoke. Figure 3-4 As shown in Figures 6-8, the smoke cartridge 100 is fixed in the housing 50 by a compartment 101. The air generating device 64 is connected to the cartridge via a smoke channel 102, which flows from the air generating device through the cartridge and is reconnected to the air duct 68. The position where the smoke channel is connected to the air duct is conducive to the generation of smoke bubbles and smoke. In use, air is pushed through the air duct, where it combines with the smoke, and the smoke is eventually pushed upward through the bubble membrane to generate smoke-filled bubbles. In addition, some of the smoke itself is pushed through the discharge port 86, generating the aesthetic effect of smoke and smoke-filled bubbles.

[0046] like Figure 6-8 As shown, the cartridge 100 includes a housing 104 for protecting the internal contents. The housing surrounds an oil reservoir 106, which contains the oil that evaporates into the aerosol. The outer edges of the housing and the reservoir have oil inlets so that the cartridge is refillable. Figure 8 As shown, the cartridge can be easily removed for replacement or refilling. Figure 6 As shown, immersed in the oil of the reservoir is a core 108, which passes through the interior of a heater coil 110. The heater coil is fixed in the middle of the flue gas channel 102 and is electrically connected to a negative terminal 112 and a positive terminal 114, see Figure 6 and Figure 8 The oil saturating the core is thus vaporized by an electric current which flows through the coil via the terminals to produce smoke. This smoke is exhausted from the cartridge by the air flowing through the smoke channel. The smoke is combined with the air at the air duct 68.

[0047] Thus, in use, when the user presses the button 42, current begins to flow through the heater coil 110 via the negative terminal 112 and the positive terminal 114, which are electrically connected to the cartridge battery 103. The oil saturated with the core is vaporized into a smoke. The smoke is pushed out the other side of the cartridge via the smoke passage 102 and combines with the vent. The smoke is driven upward through the membrane formed on the slot 76 to form a smoke-filled bubble, which is discharged through the exhaust port 86. In addition, the smoke is discharged through the exhaust port independently of the bubble.

[0048] Those skilled in the art clearly recognize that alternative embodiments disclosed herein as foreseeable alternatives are also covered by the present disclosure. The above disclosure is not intended to be interpreted as limiting the embodiments or otherwise excluding such other embodiments, variations, changes, modifications and equivalent arrangements.

Claims

1. A toy for producing bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles, characterized in that: The toy comprises: a shaft having a first end and a second end; a reservoir of a bubble generating solution connectable to the first end of the shaft; a housing connected to the second end of the shaft; a bubble generating engine, the bubble generating engine being fixed within the housing; a blower secured within the housing and connected to the first end of the air duct; a chimney secured within the housing and connected to the blower via an air passage that flows from the air duct through the chimney and reconnects to the air duct; a bubble and smoke discharge nozzle secured to the second end of the air duct, wherein the nozzle includes a bubble film generating assembly and a discharge port; and A channel includes a tubular structure having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the tubular structure is immersed in a reservoir of solution and the second end of the tubular structure is connected to the membrane-producing assembly.

2. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toy also includes an LED fixed within the housing.

3. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bubble generating engine includes a motor and a pump, and the motor and the pump are electrically connected to a power source.

4. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaft includes a switch and a button, wherein the switch is configured to activate the bubble generation engine and the button is configured to activate the chimney.

5. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The chimney comprises a housing containing a wick surrounded by a heater coil, wherein the heater coil is secured within an air passage within the housing.

6. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toy further includes a recirculation channel including a tubular structure having two ends, one end of which is connected to the bubble film generating assembly and the other end of which is connected to a reservoir of a solution.

7. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toy also includes a speaker and a microphone fixed within the shaft.

8. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bubble film generating assembly includes a groove around the inner edge of the nozzle, wherein the groove includes two open semicircular portions, wherein a scraper is located at the center of the semicircular portions.

9. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toy also includes a control circuit including a proximity detection device, wherein the toy is configured to automatically generate bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles when it receives a unique beacon in the vicinity of the toy.

10. The toy for generating bubbles, smoke and smoke-filled bubbles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toy also includes a control circuit including a wireless communication device, wherein the toy is configured to generate bubbles, smoke, and smoke-filled bubbles via wireless signals.

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