Toy

Abstract

The utility model provides a toy which enables a user to experience world views which correspond to and are different from postures of the toy. The toy comprises a frame body; a first operation part which is arranged at the first arrangement position; and a second operation part which is arranged at the second arrangement position, gives a first feeling brought by the first operation part when the posture of the frame body is the first posture, and gives a second feeling different from the first feeling brought by the second operation part when the posture of the frame body is the second posture different from the first posture.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to toys. Background Technology

[0002] Previously, there were known technologies for display devices that could change the display mode in response to the tilt of the display body (e.g., Patent Document 1). Toys utilizing such display devices are also known.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2000-2865 Utility Model Content

[0006] Problems to be solved by utility models

[0007] However, in the toy industry, there is a pursuit of technologies that enable users to experience a worldview that corresponds to the toy's posture.

[0008] means for solving problems

[0009] The toy includes: a first operating part disposed in a first position; and a second operating part disposed in a second position, which provides a first feeling to the first operating part when the frame is in a first position, and provides a second feeling to the second operating part when the frame is in a second position different from the first position.

[0010] Utility Model Effect

[0011] The toy according to this invention enables users to experience a different worldview corresponding to the toy's posture. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional view showing the state of the toy as viewed from the upper right front.

[0013] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view showing the state of the toy as viewed from the lower left rear viewpoint.

[0014] Figure 3 This is the front view of the toy.

[0015] Figure 4 This is a right-side view of the toy.

[0016] Figure 5 This is a left-side view of the toy.

[0017] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 Sectional view from VI to VI.

[0018] Figure 7 It means to make Figure 6 The diagram shows the state of the toy after it has been rotated 180° around a horizontal axis extending forward and backward.

[0019] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an example of how an object is displayed.

[0020] Figure 9 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a toy in which a finger is inserted into the first passage.

[0021] Figure 10 This is a diagram of an example of a toy showing a finger inserted into a second passage.

[0022] Figure 11 This is a diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of a control device.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0024] 1: Toy; 2: Frame; 201: Upper surface; 202: Lower surface; 3: Display device; 4: First button; 5: Second button; 6: Third button; 7: First passage; 8: Second passage; 9: First operating part; 10: Setting surface; 11: Second operating part; 12: Setting surface; 13: Protrusion; 14: First component; 15: First receiving part; 16: Guide groove; 17: Second component; 18: Second receiving part; 19: Guide groove; 20: First object detection sensor; 21: Second object detection sensor; 100: Control device; 101: Calculation unit; 102: Storage unit. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The toy of this invention enables users to experience a worldview displayed on a display device. For example, users can experience a worldview of objects displayed on the display device when they come into contact with an operating part located inside the toy. Details are described below.

[0026] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that in the following description, components having the same or similar functions will be labeled with the same reference numerals. Furthermore, repeated descriptions of these components will sometimes be omitted. Additionally, in the following description, "XX part" refers not only to the physical means of realizing function "XX" but also to the function performed by that "XX part" through software. Furthermore, the function performed by one "XX part" can also be realized by two or more physical means or two or more software programs. Moreover, the function of two or more "XX parts" can also be realized by one physical means or one software program. Furthermore, for ease of explanation of the embodiments, the toy will be described using arrows in each figure indicating directions as "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," and "back." Furthermore, "based on YY" as used below means "at least based on YY." Therefore, it also includes cases based not only on "YY" but also on other elements. Furthermore, "based on YY" not only refers to the direct use of "YY" but also includes cases based on calculations, processing, etc., performed on "YY." “YY” means any element (e.g., any information).

[0027] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional view showing the state of the toy as viewed from the upper right front. Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view showing the state of the toy as viewed from the lower left rear viewpoint. Figure 3 This is the front view of the toy. Figure 4 This is a right-side view of the toy. Figure 5 This is a left-side view of the toy. Toy 1 includes a frame, a display device, a first button, a second button, a third button, and a control device (not shown).

[0028] The frame 2 is a component that forms the outer shape of the toy 1. Furthermore, the frame 2 is a component that houses the various parts of the toy 1. The frame 2 is, for example, shaped as if a portion of a cylinder extending in the front-to-back direction has been cut off. The frame 2 is, for example, a portion of the side surface of the cylinder has been cut off by a horizontal plane, and this cut-off portion is a flat shape. The horizontal plane, for example, cuts off a portion of the upper side and a portion of the lower side of the cylinder. That is, the frame 2 has an upper surface 201 and a lower surface 202. Therefore, when the toy 1 is placed on a table or similar surface with the upper surface 201 or lower surface 202 facing downwards, except when the user is playing with the toy 1, the toy 1 can be prevented from rotating on the table.

[0029] A display device 3, a first button 4, a second button 5, and a third button 6 are disposed on the front surface of one of the cylindrical bases of the frame 2. The display device 3, the first button 4, the second button 5, and the third button 6 will be described later. Additionally, various information is recorded, for example, on the rear surface of the other cylindrical base of the frame 2. This information may include precautions for the user when using the toy 1, copyright information for the characters used in the toy 1, and information about the original author.

[0030] Within the frame 2, a first passage 7 and a second passage 8 are formed on the inner side. The first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are formed on opposite sides of each other with reference to the display device 3. The first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are, for example, formed into a cylindrical shape that allows a finger to be inserted. The diameter of the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 is, for example, 1.5 cm or more and 4 cm or less.

[0031] The first passage 7 is formed, for example, on the right side of the frame 2, above the center position in the height direction. A portion of the first passage 7 may also be formed below the center position in the height direction. For example, the center of the entrance to the first passage 7 may be positioned above the center position in the height direction. The first passage 7 may also be formed to extend diagonally upward to the right from near the center in the left-right and height directions of the frame 2. The second passage 8 is formed, for example, on the left side of the frame 2, below the center position in the height direction. A portion of the second passage 8 may also be formed above the center position in the height direction. For example, the center of the entrance to the second passage 8 may be positioned below the center position in the height direction. The second passage 8 may also be formed to extend diagonally downward to the left from near the center in the left-right and height directions of the frame 2.

[0032] The frame 2 can also be composed of multiple components. For example, the frame 2 can be composed of components forming the upper side of the toy 1, components forming the lower side of the toy 1, components forming the front surface of the toy 1, components forming the rear surface of the toy 1, components surrounding the first passage 7, and components surrounding the second passage 8. Furthermore, the components forming the upper side of the toy 1 can also include components forming the front side of the toy 1 and components forming the rear side of the toy 1. Furthermore, the components forming the lower side of the toy 1 can also include components forming the front side of the toy 1 and components forming the rear side of the toy 1.

[0033] Toy 1 also includes a first operating unit, a second operating unit, a first component, a second component, a first object detection sensor, a second object detection sensor, and an attitude detection sensor (not shown).

[0034] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 Sectional view from VI to VI. Figure 7It means to make Figure 6 The diagram shows the state of toy 1 after rotating 180° around the horizontal axis extending forward and backward.

[0035] The first operating part 9 is disposed in a first disposed position. The first disposed position is a position on or inside the first passage 7. In other words, the first passage 7 is a passage connecting at least the first operating part 9 to the interior of the frame 2 through an opening (first opening) formed on the surface of the frame 2. The first disposed position is, for example, a position easily operated by inserting a finger into the first passage 7. For example, as... Figure 6 As shown, when the frame 2 maintains the state in which the center of the entrance of the first passage 7 is positioned above the center position in the height direction of the frame 2, the first setting position is the center position in the left and right direction and the position below the center position in the height direction.

[0036] The plane of the mounting surface 10, including the first mounting position, intersects the first central axis A1, which serves as the central axis of the first passage 7, at a predetermined angle. The predetermined angle is, for example, 10° or more and 45° or less.

[0037] The first operating unit 9 provides the initial impression. For example, the first operating unit 9 is positioned such that the frame 2 is in the following posture: Figure 6 The first sensation is given when the first operating part 9 is in the first posture shown. The first sensation refers to the sensation obtained when a person touches the first operating part 9 or operates the first operating part 9 with their fingers. The first sensation is, for example, a first tactile sensation. The first operating part 9 is, for example, made of an elastomer. When the first operating part 9 is made of an elastomer, the user can obtain a "soft" sensation when touching the first operating part 9. In addition, the user can feel the goodness of the tactile sensation. That is, the first tactile sensation is a softer tactile sensation than the second tactile sensation described later. The first operating part 9 is, for example, made of rubber, fiber, or soft resin. In addition, at least a portion of the surface of the first operating part 9 is, for example, made of a curved surface. When the surface of the first operating part 9 is made of a curved surface, the user can further feel the goodness of the tactile sensation of the first operating part 9.

[0038] The first operation unit 9 can move parallel to the mounting surface 10. That is, the first operation unit 9 can move forward, backward, right, and left by the user's operation. The first operation unit 9 can also move up and down. The user can operate the object displayed on the display device 3 by operating the first operation unit 9.

[0039] The second operating part 11 is disposed in a second setting position. The second setting position is a position on or inside the second passage 8. In other words, the second passage 8 is a passage connecting at least the second operating part 11 to the interior of the frame 2 through an opening (second opening) formed on the surface of the frame 2. The second setting position is, for example, a position easily operable by inserting a finger into the second passage 8. For example, as... Figure 7 As shown, with the frame 2 maintaining the orientation of the second passage 8 with its center positioned slightly above the center of the frame 2 in the height direction, the second setting position is the center of the frame in the left-right direction and slightly below the center of the frame in the height direction. The first setting position and the second setting position are positioned opposite each other within the internal space of the frame 2.

[0040] The plane of the mounting surface 12, including the second mounting position, intersects the second central axis A2, which serves as the central axis of the second passage 8, at a predetermined angle. The predetermined angle is, for example, 10° or more and 45° or less.

[0041] The first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 are, for example, arranged in parallel. That is, the first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 are not on the same straight line. However, the first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 can also be on the same straight line.

[0042] The second operating unit 11 provides a second sensation different from the first sensation. For example, the second operating unit 11 is positioned such that the frame 2 is in a certain posture. Figure 7 When the second posture is shown, a second sensation different from the first sensation is given. The second sensation refers to the sensation obtained when a person touches the second operating part 11 or operates the second operating part 11 with their fingers. The second sensation is, for example, a second tactile sensation. The second operating part 11 is, for example, made of a non-elastic body. Here, a non-elastic body does not only refer to a rigid body, but also includes an object that does not deform under the pressure of a finger or an object that the user does not feel deformed.

[0043] When the second operating part 11 is made of a non-elastic material, the user experiences a "hard" feeling upon contact with it. The second operating part 11 may be made of, for example, plastic, metal, or hard resin. Furthermore, at least a portion of the surface of the second operating part 11 may be composed of one or more flat surfaces. For example, the surface of the second operating part 11 may be composed of one or more flat surfaces, such as the surface of a cut gemstone. When the surface of the second operating part 11 is composed of one or more flat surfaces, the user can perceive that the second operating part 11 is harder.

[0044] It should be noted that the second operating part 11 can be made of a different material or shape than the first operating part 9. For example, even if the material constituting the first operating part 9 and the material constituting the second operating part 11 are the same, but their surface shapes or surface roughness are different, the first operating part 9 and the second operating part 11 can still provide the user with different tactile sensations. In addition, the first operating part 9 and the second operating part 11 can also be made of materials with different hardness.

[0045] The second operating unit 11 can move vertically relative to the setting surface 12. That is, the second operating unit 11 can move vertically by user operation. Alternatively, when the user presses the second operating unit 11, the user can feel a click. That is, when the user operates the second operating unit 11, the user can feel the tactile sensation of pressing a switch and hear a sound when the switch is pressed. By operating the second operating unit 11, the user can operate the object displayed on the display device 3.

[0046] Viewed from the entrance of the first passage 7, a protrusion 13 is formed on the inner side of the first operating part 9, protruding from the first operating part 9 toward the location of the second operating part 11. The protrusion 13 prevents the first operating part 9 from being forcefully pressed or operated. Without the protrusion 13, if the first operating part 9 is forcefully pressed or operated, there is a risk that the first operating part 9 may peel off or be damaged. The protrusion 13 prevents these problems.

[0047] The first component 14 is a component that blocks at least a portion of the second passage 8 when the frame 2 is in the first orientation. For example... Figure 6 As shown, the first posture is, for example, the posture of the frame 2 when the first operating part 9 is located on the lower side. The first member 14 is, for example, a plate-shaped member. In addition, the first member 14 is, for example, formed of synthetic resin.

[0048] With the frame 2 in the first orientation, a first receiving portion 15 for receiving the first member 14 is formed on the upper side of the second passage 8. In addition, a guide groove 16 for guiding the first member 14 is formed from the first receiving portion 15 to the second passage 8 in the frame 2.

[0049] The second component 17 is a component that blocks at least a portion of the first passage 7 when the frame 2 is in a second posture different from the first posture. The second posture refers to, for example, as... Figure 7 The image shows the position of the frame 2 when the second operating part 11 is located on the lower side. The second member 17 is, for example, a plate-shaped member. Furthermore, the second member 17 is, for example, formed of synthetic resin.

[0050] When the frame 2 is in the second orientation, a second receiving portion 18 for receiving the second member 17 is formed on the upper side of the first passage 7. In addition, a guide groove 19 for guiding the second member 17 is formed from the second receiving portion 18 to the first passage 7 in the frame 2.

[0051] To change the orientation of frame 2 from Figure 6 The first attitude change shown is Figure 7 In the second orientation shown, the first member 14 transitions from blocking the second passage 8 to being housed in the first receiving portion 15. That is, the first member 14, due to its own weight, transitions from blocking the second passage 8 to opening the second passage 8. Furthermore, the second member 17 transitions from being housed in the second receiving portion 18 to blocking the first passage 7. That is, the second member 17, by sliding downwards due to its own weight, transitions from opening the first passage 7 to blocking it. In other words, when the first passage 7 is blocked by the second member 17, the second passage 8 is open.

[0052] To change the orientation of frame 2 from Figure 7 The second attitude change shown is Figure 6 In the first orientation shown, the second member 17 transitions from blocking the first passage 7 to being housed in the second receiving portion 18. That is, the second member 17, due to its own weight, transitions from blocking the first passage 7 to opening the first passage 7. Furthermore, the first member 14 transitions from being housed in the first receiving portion 15 to blocking the second passage 8. That is, the first member 14, by sliding downwards due to its own weight, transitions from opening the second passage 8 to blocking it. In other words, when the second passage 8 is blocked by the first member 14, the first passage 7 is open.

[0053] It should be noted that the first component 14 and the second component 17 can also block the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 respectively by rotating around a predetermined position. In this case, the first component 14 and the second component 17 can also block the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 respectively by moving downwards due to their own weight.

[0054] Furthermore, the first component 14 and the second component 17 are not limited to plate-like components; for example, they can also be fabric-like components. That is, the first component 14 and the second component 17 can also be components like curtains. The first component 14 and the second component 17 can be any components as long as they allow the user to clearly see whether the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 are blocked.

[0055] The first object detection sensor 20 is a sensor that detects objects inserted into the first passage 7. The first object detection sensor 20 is located inside the second member 17. The first object detection sensor 20 is, for example, a photoelectric sensor. The first object detection sensor 20 includes, for example, a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part. The light-emitting part emits light toward the light-receiving part, and the light-receiving part receives the light emitted by the light-emitting part.

[0056] When the light-receiving part receives light in the first object detection sensor 20, there is no object between the light-projecting part and the light-receiving part. That is, when the light-receiving part receives light, the first object detection sensor 20 sends a signal to the control device indicating that no object has been detected.

[0057] On the other hand, when the light-receiving part does not receive light in the first object detection sensor 20, it indicates that an object exists between the light-projecting part and the light-receiving part. That is, when the light-receiving part does not receive light, the first object detection sensor 20 sends a signal to the control device indicating that an object has been detected.

[0058] The second object detection sensor 21 is a sensor that detects objects inserted into the second passage 8. The second object detection sensor 21 is located inside the first member 14. The second object detection sensor 21 is, for example, a photoelectric sensor. The second object detection sensor 21 includes, for example, a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part. The light-emitting part emits light toward the light-receiving part, and the light-receiving part receives the light emitted by the light-emitting part.

[0059] When the light-receiving part receives light in the second object detection sensor 21, there is no object between the light-projecting part and the light-receiving part. That is, when the light-receiving part receives light, the second object detection sensor 21 sends a signal to the control device indicating that no object has been detected.

[0060] On the other hand, when the light-receiving part does not receive light from the second object detection sensor 21, there is an object between the light-projecting part and the light-receiving part. That is, when the light-receiving part does not receive light, the second object detection sensor 21 sends a signal to the control device indicating that an object has been detected.

[0061] The attitude detection sensor (not shown) is a sensor that detects the attitude of the frame 2. For example, the attitude detection sensor detects whether the frame 2 is in a first attitude or a second attitude. The attitude detection sensor is, for example, an accelerometer. The accelerometer is, for example, a triaxial accelerometer. The attitude detection sensor can also be a tilt-detecting ball switch.

[0062] Display device 3 is a device for displaying a predetermined image. The predetermined image includes a predetermined object. For example, when a posture detection sensor detects a first posture, display device 3 displays the object in a first mode. The first mode is a mode related to a first sensation. The object is, for example, a character, content, etc. In addition, the first sensation is a first tactile sensation. If the first tactile sensation is a "soft" sensation, display device 3 displays the object in a display manner that can be considered to appear soft. Here, the first mode is a mode that displays the object in a display manner that can be considered to appear soft. However, whether it appears soft or not is not absolute; it only needs to appear softer compared to the display manner of the second mode described later.

[0063] Furthermore, when the attitude detection sensor detects a second attitude different from the first attitude, the display device 3 displays the object in a second mode different from the first mode. This second mode relates to a second sensation, specifically a second tactile sensation. If the second tactile sensation is a "hard" feeling, the display device 3 displays the object in a way that appears hard. Here, the second mode is the mode in which the object is displayed in a way that appears hard. However, whether it appears hard is not absolute; it only needs to appear harder compared to the first mode described above.

[0064] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an example of how an object is displayed. Figure 8 The image to the left of the arrow represents an object displayed in a first mode related to the first tactile sensation. In the first mode, the object's surface is formed by a smooth curved surface. When the user visually confirms the object, it feels soft like rubber. Alternatively, the display device 3 can also display the object in a manner that, to further emphasize its display in the first mode, resembles the movement of rubber when vibration is applied.

[0065] Figure 8 The diagram to the right of the arrow indicates an object displayed in a second mode related to the second sense of touch. In this second mode, the object's surface is formed by multiple planes. When the user visually confirms the object, it feels like a hard object such as crystal or diamond.

[0066] Here, return to Figure 1 The first button 4, for example, has a decision function. Alternatively, the first button 4 can also function as a power button for the toy. For example, if the first button 4 is pressed and held, the control device turns the toy's power on or off. The second button 5 and the third button 6 are, for example, buttons used to indicate direction during gameplay. For example, in a predetermined game, if the second button 5 is operated, the control device moves the object to the left. Furthermore, in a predetermined game, if the third button 6 is operated, the control device moves the object to the right.

[0067] Figure 9 This diagram illustrates an example of a toy 1 showing a finger inserted into the first passage 7. If an object is detected by the first object detection sensor 20 when the frame 2 is in the first position, the display device 3 displays an image in the first mode indicating that the finger is touching the object. Furthermore, if the finger is inserted into the first passage 7 when the frame 2 is in the first position, the finger can touch the first operating part 9. Thus, the user can obtain the sensation that they are actually touching an object displayed in the first mode on the display device 3.

[0068] Figure 10 This diagram illustrates an example of a toy 1 with a finger inserted into the second passage 8. If an object is detected by the second object detection sensor 21 when the frame 2 is in the second position, the display device 3 displays a second-mode image indicating that the finger is touching the object. Furthermore, if the finger is inserted into the second passage 8 when the frame 2 is in the second position, the finger can touch the second operating part 11. Thus, the user can obtain the sensation that they are actually touching an object displayed in the second mode on the display device 3.

[0069] It should be noted that the frame 2 may also include a first surface related to the first sense and a second surface related to the second sense. The first sense is the first tactile sensation, and the second sense is the second tactile sensation. For example, as... Figures 1-5 As shown, at least a portion of the surface constituting the lower part of the frame 2 is formed by a curved surface. Here, the surface constituting the lower part of the frame 2 corresponds to the first surface. Furthermore, the curved surface is a soft surface that is visualized. In other words, the first surface is the surface associated with the first tactile sensation.

[0070] In addition, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, at least a portion of the surface constituting the upper part of the frame 2 is composed of multiple planes. Here, the surface constituting the upper part of the frame 2 corresponds to the second surface. Furthermore, the surface composed of multiple planes is a hard surface that has been visualized. In other words, the second surface is the surface related to the second tactile sensation.

[0071] Figure 11 This diagram illustrates an example of the configuration of a control device. The control device 100 controls the display device 3 in accordance with operations on the first button 4, the second button 5, and the third button 6. For example, the control device 100 uses the display device 3 to perform processing related to a predetermined game based on a predetermined program. Furthermore, the control device 100 performs game processing based on operations on the first operation unit 9 or the second operation unit 11.

[0072] The control device 100 has the hardware configuration of a known computer, including, for example, an arithmetic unit 101 and a storage unit 102. The arithmetic unit 101 includes, for example, a hardware processor. The hardware processor is, for example, an integrated circuit, an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), etc. The storage unit 102 is, for example, a storage medium such as a semiconductor memory. Part or all of the storage medium may be non-volatile (non-transitory) storage medium. The storage unit 102 stores programs such as games executed using the display device 3. In addition, the storage unit 102 stores various data and information.

[0073] The arithmetic unit 101 receives predetermined signals in response to operations on the first button 4, the second button 5, the third button 6, the first operation unit 9, and the second operation unit 11. Furthermore, the arithmetic unit 101 controls the display device 3 based on the received predetermined signals.

[0074] In the toy 1 of the above-described embodiment, the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are formed to extend in a straight line toward the center of the frame 2. However, the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are not necessarily formed to extend in a straight line.

[0075] For example, in Figure 6 In this configuration, the first passage 7 can also be formed to gradually curve downwards from the upper right. Furthermore, the first passage 7 can be formed to gradually curve downwards from the upper right, and further, to curve downwards to the right. In this case, the first operating unit 9 can also be configured in a position relative to... Figure 6 The position shown is in the lower right corner.

[0076] In addition, Figure 6 In this configuration, the second passage 8 can also be formed to gradually curve upwards from the lower left. Furthermore, the second passage 8 can be formed to gradually curve upwards from the lower left, and further, to curve upwards to the left. In this case, the second operating unit 11 can also be configured in a position relative to... Figure 6 The position shown is in the upper left corner.

[0077] In the above embodiment, the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are connected near the center of the frame. However, the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 may not be connected. In other words, the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 may each be a blind hole. In this case, the first operating part 9 may be provided at the innermost position of the first passage 7. Additionally, the second operating part 11 may be provided at the innermost position of the second passage 8.

[0078] When the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 are both blind holes, the lengths of the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 can be any length. For example, the first passage 7 can be made relatively short, and the first operating part 9 can be located near the entrance of the first passage 7. Alternatively, the second passage 8 can be made relatively short, and the second operating part 11 can be located near the entrance of the second passage 8.

[0079] In the above embodiment, toy 1 has a first passage 7 and a second passage 8. However, toy 1 may also have one or more other passages. In this case, a passage-blocking component is provided for each passage. Furthermore, when any one of the passages, including the first passage 7 and the second passage 8, is open, the other passages are blocked by the passage-blocking components.

[0080] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the attitude detection sensor for detecting the attitude of the frame 2 is a three-axis accelerometer. However, the attitude detection sensor is not limited to a three-axis accelerometer; it can also be a gyroscope sensor.

[0081] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the first component 14 and the second component 17 slide downwards or upwards due to their own weight. However, the first component 14 and the second component 17 may also slide or rotate via the drive device without sliding due to their own weight. When the toy 1 has one or more passages besides the first passage 7 and the second passage 8, the drive device, corresponding to the posture of the toy 1 detected by the posture detection sensor, opens one of the passages via components provided in each passage. The drive device is a solenoid, motor, etc.

[0082] Alternatively, the display mode of the display device can be controlled according to the posture of toy 1 detected by the posture detection sensor. For example, it is also possible that if toy 1 is moved from... Figure 7 The second posture shown moves by slightly rotating counterclockwise, thus displaying the object on display device 3 as it slides to the left. Alternatively, if toy 1 is moved from... Figure 7 The second posture shown moves slightly in a clockwise rotation manner, and the object displayed on the display device 3 slides to the right as if it were moving.

[0083] Furthermore, the tactile sensation provided by the first operating part 9 can be the same as that provided by the second operating part 11. In other words, the texture of the first operating part 9 can be the same as that of the second operating part 11. In other words, the first operating part 9 and the second operating part 11 can also be formed of the same material, the same surface shape, and the same surface roughness.

[0084] Furthermore, the first operating unit 9 and the second operating unit 11 can also move in different directions. For example, the first operating unit 9 can move vertically, and the second operating unit 11 can move horizontally.

[0085] Alternatively, the control device can perform a first control based on operation of the first operation unit 9, and a second control, different from the first control, based on operation of the second operation unit 11. The first control, for example, is a control that emits sound along with the operation of the first operation unit 9, while the second control, for example, is a control that does not emit sound along with the operation of the second operation unit 11. Or, the first control is a control that emits a first sound along with the operation of the first operation unit 9, while the second control, for example, is a control that emits a second sound, different from the first sound, along with the operation of the second operation unit 11. In other words, when operated by the user, the first operation unit 9 provides the user with a first sensation (hearing), and the second operation unit 11 provides a second sensation (hearing) different from the first sensation.

[0086] As described above, the toy 1 includes a frame 2, a first operating part 9 located at a first setting position, and a second operating part 11 located at a second setting position. When the frame 2 is in a first posture, the first operating part 9 provides a first sensation. When the frame 2 is in a second posture different from the first posture, the second operating part 11 provides a second sensation different from the first sensation.

[0087] Therefore, toy 1 can correspond to the posture of the frame 2, giving the user different sensations. Thus, the user can enjoy a different worldview corresponding to the posture of the frame 2.

[0088] Additionally, a first passage 7 is formed on the inside of the frame 2. Therefore, the user can insert their finger into the first passage 7 to play the game.

[0089] Furthermore, the first operating unit 9 is disposed on or inside the first passage 7. Therefore, the user can operate the first operating unit 9 by inserting a finger into the first passage 7. In addition, the user can obtain a first sensation by operating the first operating unit 9.

[0090] Furthermore, a second passage 8, different from the first passage 7, is formed on the inside of the frame 2. Therefore, the user can insert their finger into the second passage 8 to play the game.

[0091] Furthermore, the second operating unit 11 is disposed on or inside the second passage 8. Therefore, the user can operate the second operating unit 11 by inserting a finger into the second passage 8. In addition, the user can obtain a second sensation by operating the second operating unit 11.

[0092] Furthermore, toy 1 includes: a posture detection sensor that detects the posture of the frame 2; and a display device 3 that displays the object in a first mode related to a first sensation when the posture detection sensor detects a first posture, and displays the object in a second mode related to a second sensation when the posture detection sensor detects a second posture. Therefore, toy 1 can provide the user with different sensations corresponding to the posture of the frame 2 and display the object in a mode corresponding to each sensation.

[0093] Furthermore, in toy 1, the first sensation is the first tactile sensation, and the second sensation is the second tactile sensation. Therefore, for example, when the user operates the control unit with their right index finger, in the first position of the frame 2, the user can contact the first control unit 9, which provides the first tactile sensation. On the other hand, when the frame 2 is in the second position, the user can contact the second control unit 11, which provides the second tactile sensation. Furthermore, each mode is related to either the first or second tactile sensation. Therefore, the user can obtain the first or second tactile sensation by contacting the first control unit 9 or the second control unit 11, and simultaneously experience the worldview of the first or second mode by visually confirming the object displayed on the display device 3 in the first or second mode. In other words, toy 1 can eliminate the gap between the user's experience of the worldview displayed on the display device 3 and the sensation of contacting the first control unit 9 or the second control unit 11.

[0094] Furthermore, the plane including the first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 intersects the plane of the mounting surface 10 at predetermined angles. Therefore, the user can easily access the first operating part 9 when inserting a finger into the first passage 7, but finds it difficult to access the second operating part 11. Additionally, the user can easily access the second operating part 11 and find it difficult to access the first operating part 9 when inserting a finger into the second passage 8.

[0095] Furthermore, the toy 1 is equipped with a first object detection sensor 20 that detects an object inserted into the first passage 7. If an object is detected by the first object detection sensor 20 when the frame 2 is in a first posture, the display device 3 displays an image in the first mode indicating that a finger is touching the object. Therefore, the user can feel the first tactile sensation by touching the first operating part 9 while simultaneously visually confirming the image indicating that contact is being made with the first operating part 9. As a result, the user can strongly experience the worldview of the first mode.

[0096] Furthermore, the toy 1 is equipped with a second object detection sensor 21 that detects objects inserted into the second passage 8. If an object is detected by the second object detection sensor 21 when the frame 2 is in the second posture, the display device 3 displays an image in the second mode indicating that a finger is touching the object. Therefore, the user can feel the second tactile sensation by touching the second operating part 11 while visually confirming the image indicating that they are touching the second operating part 11. As a result, the user can strongly experience the worldview of the second mode.

[0097] In addition, the frame 2 includes a first surface related to the first tactile sensation and a second surface related to the second tactile sensation. Therefore, the user can strongly experience the worldview of the first mode and the worldview of the second mode by touching or visually confirming the first and second surfaces.

[0098] Furthermore, the first operating part 9 is made of an elastomer, while the second operating part 11 is made of a non-elastic material. Therefore, the user can experience different tactile sensations when contacting the first operating part 9 and the second operating part 11. Specifically, when the user contacts the first operating part 9, they experience a soft sensation. On the other hand, when the user contacts the second operating part 11, they experience a hard sensation.

[0099] Furthermore, at least a portion of the surface of the first operating part 9 is formed by a curved surface, and at least a portion of the surface of the second operating part 11 is formed by one or more flat surfaces. Therefore, the user can easily experience the first mode worldview or the second mode worldview when contacting the first operating part 9 or the second operating part 11.

[0100] Furthermore, the first operating unit 9 can move parallel to the mounting surface 10. For example, the first operating unit 9 can move in the front-back direction and the left-right direction. Additionally, the second operating unit 11 can move perpendicularly to the mounting surface 10. Furthermore, the toy 1 performs game processing on the display device 3 based on the operation of the first operating unit 9 or the second operating unit 11. Therefore, the toy 1 can provide the user with a variety of games using the first operating unit 9. Furthermore, the toy 1 can provide the user with a click-like experience based on user operation while allowing the user to play various games.

[0101] Furthermore, the first and second installation positions are arranged opposite each other within the internal space of the housing 2. This makes it difficult for the user to access the second operation unit 11 while operating the first operation unit 9, and vice versa. Moreover, by arranging the first and second installation positions opposite each other within the internal space of the housing 2, the housing 2 can be miniaturized.

[0102] Furthermore, viewed from the entrance of the first passage 7, a protrusion 13 is formed on the inner side of an operating part 9, protruding from the first operating part 9 toward the location of the second operating part 11. This prevents a finger inserted through the first passage 7 from reaching the second passage 8. Additionally, the protrusion 13 restricts the finger from reaching the side of the first operating part 9. This prevents the first operating part 9 from being removed from its first position by a fingernail or similar object.

[0103] Furthermore, the first tactile sensation is softer than the second. Thus, users can enjoy both a first-worldview and a second-worldview that differs from the first.

[0104] Furthermore, the attitude detection sensor is an accelerometer. Therefore, toy 1 can detect both a first attitude and a second attitude. This allows the user to enjoy games and other activities corresponding to the attitude of toy 1.

[0105] Furthermore, in toy 1, the first central axis A1, which serves as the central axis of the first passage 7, is parallel to the second central axis A2, which serves as the central axis of the second passage 8. The plane of the mounting surface 10, including the first mounting position, intersects both the first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 at a predetermined angle. In other words, the first central axis A1 and the second central axis A2 are different axes. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a finger from contacting the second operating part 11 when a finger is inserted into the first passage 7. Additionally, it is possible to prevent a finger from contacting the first operating part 9 when a finger is inserted into the second passage 8.

[0106] Furthermore, the first operating unit 9 and the second operating unit 11 can move in different directions. Therefore, the toy 1 can provide the user with different operating sensations when the first operating unit 9 is operated and when the second operating unit 11 is operated.

[0107] Furthermore, toy 1 also includes a control device that performs a first control based on operation of the first operation unit 9, and performs a second control, different from the first control, based on operation of the second operation unit 11. Therefore, toy 1 can provide the user with different operating sensations when the first operation unit 9 is operated and when the second operation unit 11 is operated.

[0108] This utility model has been described in detail, but it is not limited to the various embodiments described above. These embodiments can be supplemented, substituted, modified, or partially deleted in various ways without departing from the spirit of this utility model or the spirit of this utility model derived from the content described in the technical solution and its equivalents. Furthermore, these embodiments can be implemented in combination.

Claims

1. A toy, characterized in that, The toy has the following features: Frame; A first operating unit, which is disposed in a first disposed position; and The second operating unit is located in the second position. When the frame is in a first posture, the first operating part is given a first feeling; when the frame is in a second posture different from the first posture, the second operating part is given a second feeling different from the first feeling.

2. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first passage is formed on the inner side of the frame.

3. The toy according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first operating unit is disposed on the first passage or at a position further inside the first passage.

4. The toy according to claim 2, characterized in that, A second passage, different from the first passage, is formed on the inner side of the frame.

5. The toy according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second operating unit is disposed on the second passage or at a position further inside the second passage.

6. The toy according to claim 4, characterized in that, The toy has the following features: An attitude detection sensor detects the attitude of the frame; and A display device that displays an object in a first mode related to the first sensation when the posture detection sensor detects the first posture, and displays the object in a second mode related to the second sensation when the posture detection sensor detects the second posture.

7. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first sensation is the first tactile sensation, and the second sensation is the second tactile sensation.

8. The toy according to claim 6, characterized in that, The toy is equipped with a first object detection sensor that detects an object inserted into the first passage. If the object is detected by the first object detection sensor when the frame is in the first posture, the display device displays an image of the first mode indicating that a finger is touching the object.

9. The toy according to claim 6, characterized in that, The toy is equipped with a second object detection sensor that detects objects inserted into the second passage. If the object is detected by the second object detection sensor when the frame is in the second posture, the display device displays an image in the second mode indicating that a finger is touching the object.

10. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame includes a first surface related to the first sensation and a second surface related to the second sensation.

11. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first operating part is made of an elastomer, and the second operating part is made of a non-elastic body.

12. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least a portion of the surface of the first operating part is formed by a curved surface, and at least a portion of the surface of the second operating part is formed by one or more planes.

13. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first operating unit is capable of moving parallel to the setting surface relative to the first setting position. The second operating unit is capable of moving perpendicularly relative to the setting surface.

14. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, Game processing is performed based on operations performed on the first or second operation unit.

15. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first setting position and the second setting position are configured in opposite positions within the internal space of the frame.

16. The toy according to claim 2, characterized in that, Viewed from the entrance of the first passage, a protrusion is formed on the inside of the first operating part, protruding from the first operating part toward the direction where the second operating part is disposed.

17. The toy according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first tactile sensation is softer than the second tactile sensation.

18. The toy according to claim 6, characterized in that, The attitude detection sensor is an accelerometer.

19. The toy according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first central axis, which serves as the central axis of the first passage, is parallel to the second central axis, which serves as the central axis of the second passage. The plane including the setting surface of the first setting position intersects the first central axis and the second central axis at a predetermined angle.

20. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first operating unit and the second operating unit are capable of moving in different directions.

21. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The toy also includes a control device that performs a first control based on the operation of the first operating part, and performs a second control different from the first control based on the operation of the second operating part.

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