Five-order mirror plane magic cube with attraction and repulsion magnetic force

By setting up anti-stick grooves and magnet blocks on the corner blocks and edge blocks of the fifth-order mirrored Rubik's Cube, the rapid return and stable reset are achieved using magnetic force, which solves the problems of existing Rubik's Cube lubricant oil loss and unsmooth rotation, and improves the smoothness of rotation and control efficiency.

CN223009762UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-24SHANTOU CHENGHAI DIANSHENG TOYS CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421914190.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-08
Publication Date
2025-06-24
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-08

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Technical Problem

The existing fifth-order mirror cube has a smooth design on the surfaces of the corner blocks and edge blocks, resulting in lubricating oil loss, high friction, poor rotation, and lack of positioning accuracy, rotation efficiency and fluency of the mechanical structure.

Method used

A fifth-order mirror cube with magnetic repulsion is designed. By setting anti-stick grooves on the outer walls of the corner blocks and edge blocks and setting magnet blocks on the inner walls, the magnetic force is used to achieve rapid return and stable reset, and magnets are provided at the clamping foot to assist in the return of the rotating layer.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces friction, improves the smoothness of rotation and control efficiency, shortens the time during the Rubik's Cube Restore process, and provides a more labor-saving operating experience.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of educational toys, and discloses a five-order mirror plane magic cube with attraction and repulsion magnetic force, which comprises 8 angle blocks, 36 edge blocks, a central block and an axis component, four groups of three adjacent edge blocks are arranged on the same surface; the angle block is adjacent to one of the edge blocks; a first anti-sticking groove is formed in the outer wall of each angle block, and a second anti-sticking groove is formed in the outer wall of each edge block; a plurality of first magnet blocks are arranged on the inner wall of each corner block, and a plurality of second magnet blocks are arranged on the inner wall of each edge block; the axis assembly comprises a center shaft and a plurality of axis magnets. According to the technical scheme, the magic cube has the advantages of being simple in structure, low in friction force and light in rotation, rapid returning can be achieved through mutual exclusion and mutual attraction of magnetic force, labor is saved in the restoring process of the magic cube, and the restoring time is shortened.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of educational toys, in particular to a fifth-order mirror cube with repulsive and attractive magnetic forces. Background Art

[0002] The fifth-order mirror cube, as a kind of special-shaped cube, originates from and expands the classic third-order cube design. Its core components include a central axis, center blocks, edge blocks and corner blocks. Currently, the fifth-order mirror cubes circulating in the market generally adopt a mechanical structure. However, this type of cube has significant deficiencies in several key aspects.

[0003] Firstly, the surfaces of its corner blocks and edge blocks are both smooth. Although this design is aesthetically pleasing, it brings lubrication problems. The added lubricating oil is extremely easy to flow off from the smooth surface and is difficult to effectively adhere, resulting in a dry and astringent feeling during the operation of the cube, which not only affects the player's hand feeling experience but also limits the rotation speed. Even more seriously, in some cases, the addition of lubricating oil will instead generate unnecessary adsorption force between the contact surfaces, just like the adhesion phenomenon between wet glass sheets, further increasing the resistance during rotation.

[0004] Secondly, the fifth-order mirror cube with a mechanical structure lacks in positioning accuracy, rotation efficiency and smoothness. Users often feel laborious and time-consuming during use, and the rotation is not brisk enough, affecting the overall puzzle-solving pleasure and efficiency.

[0005] In view of the above problems, it is urgent to innovate and optimize the existing fifth-order mirror cube, aiming to improve the performance of the product and better meet the growing market demand for high-quality and high-performance cube toys. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of the utility model is to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art and provide a fifth-order mirror cube with repulsive and attractive magnetic forces, which has the characteristics of simple structure, low friction and light rotation. It can achieve rapid return through the repulsive and attractive effects of magnetic forces, making the cube labor-saving during the restoration process and shortening the restoration time. It is achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A fifth-order mirror cube with repulsive and attractive magnetic forces includes 8 corner blocks, 36 edge blocks, center blocks and an axis assembly; on the same surface, there are 4 groups of three adjacent edge blocks; the corner block is adjacent to one of the edge blocks;

[0008] On the outer wall of each corner block, a first anti-sticking groove is provided, and on the outer wall of each edge block, a second

[0009] anti-sticking groove is provided;

[0010] On the inner wall of each corner block, a plurality of first magnet blocks are provided, and on the inner wall of each edge block, a plurality of

[0011] a second magnet block;

[0012] The first magnet block of the corner block and the second magnet block of the edge block at corresponding positions are arranged with opposite poles attracting each other;

[0013] The second magnet block of one of the edge blocks and the second magnet block of another adjacent edge block at corresponding positions are arranged with opposite poles attracting each other;

[0014] The second magnet blocks of the iron blocks are arranged with opposite poles attracting each other;

[0015] The axis assembly includes a central axis and a plurality of axis magnets.

[0016] Preferably, the three adjacent edge blocks are the first edge block, the second edge block and the third edge block in sequence, the second edge block is located between the first edge block and the third edge block, and the corner block is adjacent to the first edge block or the third edge block.

[0017] Preferably, each corner block is provided with a first clamping foot, and a first foot magnet is arranged on the first clamping foot.

[0018] Preferably, in the non-rotating state, the axis magnet and the first foot magnet are in corresponding positions, and the axis magnet and the first foot magnet are arranged with opposite poles attracting each other.

[0019] Preferably, each second edge block is provided with a second clamping foot, and a second foot magnet is arranged on the second clamping foot.

[0020] Preferably, in the non-rotating state, the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are not in corresponding positions; in the state where the Rubik's Cube rotates a preset angle, the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are in corresponding positions; the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are arranged with the same poles repelling each other.

[0021] The utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0022] (1) In this technical solution, anti-sticking grooves are arranged on the outer walls of the corner blocks and the edge blocks. Both the first anti-sticking groove and the second anti-sticking groove are designed in a unique turtle-back texture shape. This design cleverly promotes the effective retention and distribution of the Rubik's Cube lubricant in the grooves, not only effectively avoiding the adhesion phenomenon between the components of the Rubik's Cube, but also minimizing the friction generated during rotation by optimizing the lubrication effect of the contact surface. Therefore, users can experience a smoother and unobstructed rotation feel, enabling the Rubik's Cube to quickly reach the best control state.

[0023] (2) In this technical solution, a first magnet block is provided on the inner wall of the corner block, and a second magnet block is provided on the inner wall of the edge block; the first magnet block and the second magnet block are arranged so that opposite poles attract each other. With this arrangement, the time for the components to return to their positions during the Rubik's Cube restoration process is cleverly shortened, and quick and stable resetting is achieved through the magnetic force, thereby effectively reducing the time required for the overall restoration.

[0024] (3) In this technical solution, a first foot magnet is provided on the first clamping foot of the corner block, and the core magnet and the first foot magnet are arranged so that opposite poles attract each other; with this arrangement, when the Rubik's Cube has not been rotated to the correct position, the Rubik's Cube can easily return to its position due to the magnetic attraction. A second foot magnet is provided on the second clamping foot provided on the second edge block. In the state where the Rubik's Cube is rotated 45 degrees, the core magnet and the second foot magnet are in corresponding positions; the core magnet and the second foot magnet are arranged so that like poles repel each other; with this arrangement, the rotating layer of the Rubik's Cube can be pulled by the suction force to achieve a faster return to its position. Description of the Drawings

[0025] Figure 1 is the overall structure diagram of the fifth-order mirror Rubik's Cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic forces of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 is one of the partial structure diagrams of the fifth-order mirror Rubik's Cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic forces of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 is another partial structure diagram of the fifth-order mirror Rubik's Cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic forces of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 is yet another partial structure diagram of the fifth-order mirror Rubik's Cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic forces of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 is the structure diagram of the cooperation between the core magnet of the present utility model and the first foot magnet and the second foot magnet;

[0030] Figure 6 is the structure diagram of the corner block of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 7 is the structure diagram of the edge block of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 8 is the structure diagram of the core component of the present utility model.

[0033] Description of the Reference Numerals:

[0034] 1 corner block, 11 first anti-sticking groove, 12 first magnet block, 13 first clamping foot, 14 first foot magnet;

[0035] 2 edge pieces, 21 second anti-sticking grooves, 22 second magnet blocks, 23 first edge piece, 24 second edge piece, 25 third edge piece, 241 second locking feet, 242 second foot magnets;

[0036] 3 center pieces;

[0037] 4 axis components, 41 center axes, 42 axis magnets. Detailed implementation manner

[0038] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention; obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0039] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", "top / bottom end", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation to the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0040] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "provided with", "sheathed / connected", "connection", etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific situations.

[0041] This embodiment specifically discloses a fifth-order mirror cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic forces, as Figure 1-4 shown, including 8 corner pieces, 36 edge pieces, center pieces and axis components; there are 4 groups of three adjacent edge pieces on the same surface; the corner piece is adjacent to one of the edge pieces; a first anti-sticking groove is provided on the outer wall of each corner piece, and a second anti-sticking groove is provided on the outer wall of each edge piece.

[0042] Specifically, as Figure 2As shown, both the first anti-stick groove and the second anti-stick groove are designed in a unique turtle-back texture shape. This design ingeniously promotes the effective retention and distribution of Rubik's Cube lubricant within the grooves. This not only effectively avoids the adhesion between the components of the Rubik's Cube but also minimizes the frictional force generated during rotation by optimizing the lubrication effect of the contact surface. Therefore, users can experience a smoother and unobstructed rotating feel, enabling the Rubik's Cube to quickly reach its optimal operating state.

[0043] Furthermore, as Figure 3-4 shown, a plurality of first magnet blocks are provided on the inner wall of each of the corner blocks, and a plurality of second magnet blocks are provided on the inner wall of each of the edge blocks.

[0044] Furthermore, the first magnet blocks of the corner blocks and the second magnet blocks of the edge blocks in corresponding positions are arranged to attract each other with opposite poles; the second magnet blocks of one of the edge blocks and the second magnet blocks of another adjacent edge block in corresponding positions are arranged to attract each other with opposite poles; the central axis assembly includes a central axis and a plurality of central axis magnets.

[0045] That is, when the first magnet block is in its corresponding position, its magnetic pole is the N pole, while the corresponding second magnet block is set to the S pole, and vice versa; this polarity configuration ensures that when the Rubik's Cube is rotated, the magnet blocks will use the mutual attraction between them to assist the Rubik's Cube to automatically return to its original position. This design ingeniously shortens the time for the components to return to their positions during the Rubik's Cube restoration process, achieving a fast and stable reset through the magnetic force, thereby effectively reducing the overall restoration time.

[0046] Specifically, as Figure 1-4 shown, the three adjacent edge blocks are the first edge block, the second edge block, and the third edge block in sequence. The second edge block is located between the first edge block and the third edge block and is also called the middle edge block. The corner block is adjacent to the first edge block or the third edge block.

[0047] Specifically, as Figure 5-8 shown, each of the corner blocks is provided with a first clamping leg, and a first leg magnet is provided on the first clamping leg.

[0048] Specifically, as Figure 5 shown, in the non-rotating state, the central axis magnet and the first leg magnet are in corresponding positions, and the central axis magnet and the first leg magnet are arranged to attract each other with opposite poles.

[0049] That is, one end of the central axis magnet in the corresponding position is the N pole, while one end of the first leg magnet is the S pole, or vice versa. This setting enables the Rubik's Cube to easily return to its original position due to the magnetic attraction before it rotates into place.

[0050] Specifically, as Figure 5-8As shown, each of the second edge blocks is provided with a second clamping foot, and a second foot magnet is provided on the second clamping foot. The number of the second edge blocks is specifically 12.

[0051] Specifically, as Figure 5 shown, in the non-rotating state, the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are not in the relative

[0052] corresponding positions; in the state where the Rubik's Cube rotates by a preset angle, the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are in the corresponding positions; the axis magnet and the second foot magnet are set to repel each other with the same pole. The preset angle is set to 45 degrees.

[0053] That is, one end of the axis magnet in the corresponding position is the N pole, and one end of the second foot magnet is the N pole, or one end of the axis magnet in the corresponding position is the S pole, and one end of the second foot magnet is the S pole.

[0054] With such a setting, the repulsive force and inertia generated will push the rotating layer of the Rubik's Cube forward by more than 10 degrees. At this time, with a little more force, it can reach the position where the first foot magnet of the corner block and the axis magnet attract each other. At this time, the rotating layer of the Rubik's Cube can be pulled by the suction force to achieve a faster return to the original position.

[0055] In this application, through the suction force of the corner blocks and the repulsive force of the edge blocks (i.e., corner suction and edge repulsion), repeated assistance is realized, making the Rubik's Cube labor-saving and shortening the restoration time during the restoration process.

[0056] Alternatively, in other embodiments, it can also be set that the axis magnet of the axis and the first foot magnet of the corner block are set to repel each other with the same pole, and the axis magnet of the axis component and the second foot magnet of the second edge block are set to attract each other with opposite poles to achieve edge suction and corner repulsion.

[0057] The above is only the preferred specific embodiment of the present utility model; however, the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed by the present utility model, according to the technical solution of the present utility model and its improved concept, makes equivalent substitutions or changes, and should be covered by the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A five-order mirror magic cube with magnetic attraction and repulsion, characterized in that: It includes 8 corner blocks, 36 edge blocks, a center block and an axis assembly; the same surface includes 4 groups of three adjacent edge blocks; the corner block is arranged adjacent to one of the edge blocks; The outer wall of each corner block is provided with a first anti-sticking groove, and the outer wall of each edge block is provided with a second Anti-stick groove; A plurality of first magnet blocks are arranged on the inner wall of each corner block, and a plurality of a second magnet block; The first magnet block of the corner block and the second magnet block of the edge block in corresponding positions are arranged in opposite polarity. The second magnet block of one of the edge blocks and the second magnet block of another adjacent edge block in the corresponding position The iron blocks are set up so that opposite poles attract each other; The axis component includes a central axis and a plurality of axis magnets.

2. The fifth-order mirror magic cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic force according to claim 1, characterized in that: The three edge blocks adjacent to each other are the first edge block, the second edge block and the third edge block in sequence, the second edge block is located between the first edge block and the third edge block, and the corner block is arranged adjacent to the first edge block or the third edge block.

3. The fifth-order mirror magic cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic force according to claim 2, characterized in that: Each of the corner blocks is provided with a first clamping foot, and the first clamping foot is provided with a first foot magnet.

4. The fifth-order mirror magic cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic force according to claim 3, characterized in that: In a non-rotating state, the axis magnet and the first leg magnet are in corresponding positions, and the axis magnet and the first leg magnet are arranged to attract each other with opposite poles.

5. The fifth-order mirror magic cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic force according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that: Each of the second edge blocks is provided with a second clamping foot, and the second clamping foot is provided with a second foot magnet.

6. The fifth-order mirror magic cube with attractive and repulsive magnetic force according to claim 5, characterized in that: In the non-rotating state, the axis magnet and the second leg magnet are in non-corresponding positions; when the Rubik's Cube is rotated by a preset angle, the axis magnet and the second leg magnet are in corresponding positions; the axis magnet and the second leg magnet are set to repel each other with the same poles.