Water flow driving device and riverway toy

Abstract

The utility model discloses a water flow driving device and a riverway toy. The water flow driving device comprises a first water channel shell and a water flow driving mechanism. The first water channel shell comprises a water inlet channel, a water outlet channel, a communication channel and a transition channel, an inlet of the communication channel communicates with the water inlet channel, an outlet of the communication channel communicates with the water outlet channel, and the water inlet channel communicates with the water outlet channel through the transition channel. The water flow driving mechanism is arranged on the first water channel shell and provided with a water flow driving part and a blocking part, the water flow driving part extends to the communicating water channel and is used for providing water flow flowing power, the blocking part is located on one side of an inlet of the communicating water channel, the blocking part extends to the bottom wall of the communicating water channel, and a water flow opening is formed between the blocking part and the bottom wall. According to the water flow driving device provided by the invention, the blocking part is arranged at the inlet of the communicating water channel, so that floating objects floating on the water surface cannot be accumulated at the inlet of the communicating water channel and can be smoothly circulated. Therefore, the playing smoothness of the whole toy is higher, and the interest of children can be maintained for a longer time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of toy technology, specifically to a water flow driving device and a river toy. Background Technology

[0002] Children naturally love playing with water, making water toys very popular. Existing water toys on the market consist of a water-driven mechanism and a water channel. The inlet and outlet of the water-driven mechanism are connected to the water channel. To play, water is poured into the toy, and the water-driven mechanism propels the water in through the inlet, accelerates it, and then discharges it through the outlet, creating a water flow effect that makes small boats and toys float. However, because it's an internal water circulation system, the floating boats and toys tend to accumulate at the inlet of the water-driven mechanism, preventing them from circulating smoothly within the channel. Often, they need to be manually removed from the inlet and placed back into the outlet. This makes the toy less smooth to play with and diminishes its appeal.

[0003] In view of the above, this utility model is hereby proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a water flow driving device and a river toy.

[0005] The primary objective of this application is to provide a water flow driving device, the technical solution of which is as follows:

[0006] A water flow driving device, comprising:

[0007] The first waterway shell includes an inlet waterway, an outlet waterway, a connecting waterway, and a transition waterway. The inlet of the connecting waterway is connected to the inlet waterway, and the outlet of the connecting waterway is connected to the outlet waterway. The inlet waterway and the outlet waterway are connected through the transition waterway.

[0008] A water flow driving mechanism is disposed in the first water channel shell. The water flow driving mechanism has a water flow driving component and a blocking component. The water flow driving component extends to the connecting water channel to provide water flow power. The blocking component is located on the inlet side of the connecting water channel and extends towards the bottom wall of the connecting water channel, forming a water flow outlet between the blocking component and the bottom wall.

[0009] Optionally, the transition waterway extends from the inlet of the connecting waterway to the outlet of the connecting waterway.

[0010] Optionally, the blocking portion contacts the inner wall of the communicating waterway on both sides along the width direction or has a first gap;

[0011] There is a second gap between the blocking part and the communicating waterway;

[0012] The second gap is larger than the first gap.

[0013] Optionally, the water flow drive device also includes a mounting bracket;

[0014] The mounting bracket is disposed on the first waterway shell, and the mounting bracket has the aforementioned blocking portion;

[0015] The water flow drive mechanism is at least partially mounted on the mounting bracket.

[0016] Optionally, the mounting bracket includes a horizontal plate, and the blocking part is a baffle connected to the edge of the horizontal plate;

[0017] The horizontal plate is connected to the first waterway shell and covers at least part of the connecting waterway;

[0018] The baffle extends from the side wall of the inlet channel to the side wall of the transition channel.

[0019] Optionally, the connecting waterway includes an inlet waterway and an outlet waterway;

[0020] The water inlet channel has the inlet at one end;

[0021] The water outlet has the outlet at one end;

[0022] The other ends of the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are connected.

[0023] The inlet channel and the outlet channel are parallel or at an angle;

[0024] The mounting bracket covers the water inlet channel;

[0025] The water flow drive is located at least partially in the water outlet channel.

[0026] Optionally, the first water channel shell is provided with a partition that separates the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel;

[0027] The two sides of the partition member along the thickness direction are respectively the side walls of the inlet water channel and the return water channel;

[0028] One end of the partition member along its length is formed with a sidewall of the transition waterway.

[0029] Optionally, the water flow driving component includes a water-paddle wheel and rotating shafts located on both sides of the water-paddle wheel;

[0030] The water-dispensing wheel is partially housed in the drainage channel, and the rotating shaft on one side of the water-dispensing wheel is rotatably supported by the partition, while the rotating shaft on the other side of the water-dispensing wheel is rotatably supported on the side wall of the drainage channel opposite to the partition.

[0031] Optionally, the water flow drive mechanism includes an electric drive assembly;

[0032] The electric drive assembly includes a housing, a motor, and a battery module;

[0033] The housing is connected to the mounting bracket, and both the battery module and the motor are disposed in the housing. The battery module is electrically connected to the motor, and the motor and the water-dispensing wheel are connected by a drive.

[0034] The primary objective of this application is to provide a river toy, the technical solution of which is as follows:

[0035] A river toy, comprising:

[0036] As described above, a water flow drive device;

[0037] The second water channel shell has an extended water channel and is detachably connected to the first water channel shell. The two ends of the second water channel shell are respectively connected to the inlet water channel and the outlet water channel.

[0038] By adopting the above technical solution, this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0039] This application provides a water flow driving device with a blocking part at the inlet of a connecting waterway. During play, water is poured in until the water level exceeds the outlet. As the water flows through the inlet of the connecting waterway, water below the inlet enters the connecting waterway through the outlet, is accelerated by the water flow driving mechanism, and then enters the outlet waterway. Water above the inlet, blocked by the blocking part, cannot enter the connecting waterway and instead enters the transition waterway, flowing along it into the outlet waterway, where it is further accelerated by the water flowing out from the transition waterway. Floating objects such as boats and toys are carried smoothly from the inlet waterway into the transition waterway, and then into the outlet waterway, preventing them from accumulating at the inlet of the connecting waterway and allowing for smooth circulation. This improves the smoothness of play and helps maintain children's interest for a longer period. Attached Figure Description

[0040] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the present invention are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0041] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the water flow driving device provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0042] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the water flow drive device provided in this embodiment of the utility model after removing part of the housing;

[0043] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the water flow drive device provided in this embodiment of the utility model after removing part of the water flow drive mechanism;

[0044] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first water channel shell of the water flow driving device provided in the embodiment of this utility model.

[0045] In the diagram: First waterway shell 1, inlet waterway 11, outlet waterway 12, connecting waterway 13, inlet waterway 131, water outlet 1311, drainage waterway 132, outlet 1321, transition waterway 14, partition 15, water flow drive mechanism 2, water flow drive component 21, water wheel 211, rotating shaft 212, handle 213, mounting bracket 22, blocking part 221, horizontal plate 222, motor 23, battery module 24, shell 25. Detailed Implementation

[0046] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0048] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0049] Example 1: See Figures 1 to 4 As shown in the figure, this application embodiment provides a water flow driving device, including a first water channel shell 1 and a water flow driving mechanism 2. The first water channel shell 1 includes an inlet water channel 11, an outlet water channel 12, a connecting water channel 13, and a transition water channel 14. The inlet of the connecting water channel 13 is connected to the inlet water channel 11, and the outlet 1321 of the connecting water channel 13 is connected to the outlet water channel 12. The inlet water channel 11 and the outlet water channel 12 are connected through the transition water channel 14. The water flow driving mechanism 2 is disposed in the first water channel shell 1. The water flow driving mechanism 2 has a water flow driving member 21 and a blocking part 221. The water flow driving member 21 extends to the connecting water channel 13 to provide water flow power. The blocking part 221 is located on the inlet side of the connecting water channel 13 and extends towards the bottom wall of the connecting water channel 13, forming a water outlet 1311 between the blocking part 221 and the bottom wall.

[0050] This application provides a water flow driving device, in which a blocking part 221 is provided at the inlet of a connecting waterway 13. When playing, water is poured in, and the water level exceeds the water outlet 1311. When the water flows through the inlet of the connecting waterway 13, the water below the inlet waterway 11 enters the connecting waterway 13 through the water outlet 1311, is accelerated by the water flow driving mechanism 2, and then enters the outlet waterway 12. The water above the inlet waterway 11 cannot enter the connecting waterway 13 due to the obstruction of the blocking part 221, so it enters the transition waterway 14 and flows along the transition waterway 14 into the outlet waterway 12, where it is further accelerated by the impact of the water flowing out of the transition waterway 14. The small boats, toys, and other floating objects on the water surface will smoothly enter the transition channel 14 from the water inlet channel 11, and then enter the outlet channel 12 from the transition channel 14. This prevents the small boats, toys, and other floating objects from accumulating at the entrance of the connecting channel 13, allowing for smooth circulation. This makes the entire toy play process smoother and helps children maintain their interest for a longer period of time.

[0051] In some possible implementations, the transition channel 14 extends from the inlet of the connecting channel 13 to the outlet 1321 of the connecting channel 13. This arrangement allows floating objects such as boats and toys to smoothly transition from the inlet channel 11 to the transition channel 14 at the inlet of the connecting channel 13, and the water flowing from the transition channel 14 into the outlet channel 12 is accelerated immediately, ensuring the floating speed of the boats, toys, and other floating objects.

[0052] In some possible implementations, the blocking portion 221 contacts or has a first gap with the inner wall of the connecting waterway 13 on both sides along its width direction, and a second gap exists between the blocking portion and the connecting waterway 13. If the first gap exists, the second gap is larger than the first gap. The second gap forms a water inlet 1311. Water enters the connecting waterway 13 through the first and second gaps, but the first gap is set as small as possible so that water above the inlet waterway 11 will not enter the connecting waterway 13, but will mainly enter the transition waterway 14. This makes the process of floating objects such as small boats and toys entering the transition waterway 14 from the inlet waterway 11 smoother.

[0053] In some possible implementations, the water flow drive device further includes a mounting bracket 22 disposed on the first water channel housing 1. The mounting bracket 22 has a blocking portion 221, on which the water flow drive mechanism 2 is at least partially mounted. The mounting bracket 22 can block water from the water flow drive mechanism 2 mounted thereon, preventing damage to the water flow drive mechanism 2 upon contact with water.

[0054] In some possible implementations, the mounting bracket 22 includes a horizontal plate 222, and the blocking portion 221 is a baffle connected to the edge of the horizontal plate 222. The horizontal plate 222 is connected to the first water channel shell 1 and covers at least a portion of the communicating water channel 13. The baffle extends from the side wall of the inlet water channel 11 to the side wall of the transition water channel 14. The horizontal plate 222 covers the upper part of the communicating water channel 13, and a portion of the water flow driving mechanism 2 is disposed above the horizontal plate 222, thus ensuring a stable connection. The horizontal plate 222 also serves to block water from the water flow driving mechanism 2.

[0055] In some possible implementations, the connecting waterway 13 includes an inlet waterway 131 and an outlet waterway 132. The inlet waterway 131 has an inlet at one end, and the outlet waterway 12 has an outlet 1321 at one end. The other ends of the inlet waterway 131 and the outlet waterway 12 are connected, and the inlet waterway 131 and the outlet waterway 12 are parallel or at an angle. The mounting bracket 22 covers the inlet waterway 131, and the water flow drive 21 is at least partially located in the outlet waterway 12. The connecting waterway 13 is generally U-shaped, so that the inlet and outlet 1321 can be positioned as close as possible to ensure that the water flowing into it maintains a relatively high flow velocity.

[0056] In some possible implementations, the first water channel shell 1 is provided with a baffle member 15 separating the inlet water channel 131 and the outlet water channel 12. The two sides of the baffle member 15 along its thickness direction are respectively side walls of the inlet water channel 11 and the return water channel, and one end of the baffle member 15 along its length direction forms a side wall of the transition water channel 14. This arrangement requires the baffle to be as integrated as possible, reducing manufacturing difficulty and increasing the strength of the baffle member 15. The curvature of the side wall of the baffle member 15 along the formed transition water channel 14 is approximately the same as the curvature of the blocking portion 221, thus ensuring smoother water flow.

[0057] In some possible implementations, the water flow drive 21 includes a water-dispensing wheel 211 and rotating shafts 212 located on both sides of the water-dispensing wheel 211. The water-dispensing wheel 211 is partially housed in the drainage channel 132, and the rotating shaft 212 on one side of the water-dispensing wheel 211 is rotatably supported by the partition member 15, while the rotating shaft 212 on the other side of the water-dispensing wheel 211 is rotatably supported on the side wall of the drainage channel 132 opposite to the partition member 15. Rotation of the water-dispensing wheel 211 can increase the flow rate of water in the connecting channel 13. The rotating shafts 212 can ensure the stable support of the water-dispensing wheel 211 without affecting its rotation.

[0058] In some possible implementations, the water flow drive mechanism 2 includes an electric drive assembly comprising a housing 22, a motor 23, and a battery module 24. The housing 22 is connected to the mounting bracket 22, and both the motor and battery module 24 are disposed within the housing 22. The battery module 24 is electrically connected to the motor 23, and the motor 23 is drive-connected to the water-pushing wheel 211. The battery module 24 is integrated with the motor 23, resulting in a compact structure and ease of use. The electric drive assembly also includes a gearbox that reduces the rotational speed of the motor 23 to a suitable speed for transmission to the water-pushing wheel 211.

[0059] In some possible implementations, the water flow drive 21 also includes a handle 213, which is located on the side of the water wheel 211 away from the motor 23. The water wheel 211 can be driven electrically or manually, further increasing the fun of the toy.

[0060] Example 2: See Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application provides a river toy, including a water flow driving device and a second waterway shell as described in Embodiment 1. The second waterway shell has an extended waterway, and the second waterway shell and the first waterway shell 1 are detachably connected. The two ends of the second waterway shell are respectively connected to the inlet waterway 11 and the outlet waterway 12. The river toy provided in this application uses the water flow driving device of Embodiment 1. The water flow driving device has a blocking part 221 at the inlet of the connecting waterway 13. When playing, water is injected, and the water level exceeds the water outlet 1311. When the water flows through the inlet of the connecting waterway 13, the water below the inlet waterway 11 enters the connecting waterway 13 through the water outlet 1311, and after being accelerated by the water flow driving mechanism 2, it enters the outlet waterway 12. Water above the inlet channel 11, blocked by the obstruction part 221, cannot enter the connecting channel 13. Instead, it enters the transition channel 14 and flows along it into the outlet channel 12, where it is accelerated by the water flowing out. Floating objects such as boats and toys on the surface are carried smoothly by the water above the inlet channel 11 into the transition channel 14, and then into the outlet channel 12. This prevents the objects from accumulating at the entrance of the connecting channel 13, allowing for smooth circulation. This improves the overall ease of play and helps maintain the child's interest for a longer period.

[0061] The second waterway shell can be a whole river channel or multiple sub-shells 22 spliced ​​together to form a river channel, and different shapes of river channels can be spliced ​​together according to preferences.

[0062] The preferred embodiments disclosed above are merely illustrative of this application. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the application to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this application, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize this application. This application is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A water flow driven device, characterized in that, include: The first waterway shell includes an inlet waterway, an outlet waterway, a connecting waterway, and a transition waterway. The inlet of the connecting waterway is connected to the inlet waterway, and the outlet of the connecting waterway is connected to the outlet waterway. The inlet waterway and the outlet waterway are connected through the transition waterway. A water flow driving mechanism is disposed in the first water channel shell. The water flow driving mechanism has a water flow driving component and a blocking component. The water flow driving component extends to the connecting water channel to provide water flow power. The blocking component is located on the inlet side of the connecting water channel and extends towards the bottom wall of the connecting water channel, forming a water flow outlet between the blocking component and the bottom wall.

2. The water flow driving device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transition waterway extends from the inlet of the connecting waterway to the outlet of the connecting waterway.

3. The water flow driving device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The blocking part is in contact with the inner wall of the connecting waterway on both sides along the width direction or has a first gap. There is a second gap between the blocking part and the communicating waterway; The second gap is larger than the first gap.

4. The water flow driving device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Including mounting brackets; The mounting bracket is disposed on the first waterway shell, and the mounting bracket has the aforementioned blocking portion; The water flow drive mechanism is at least partially mounted on the mounting bracket.

5. The water flow driving device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The mounting bracket includes a horizontal plate, and the blocking part is a baffle connected to the edge of the horizontal plate; The horizontal plate is connected to the first waterway shell and covers at least part of the connecting waterway; The baffle extends from the side wall of the inlet channel to the side wall of the transition channel.

6. The water flow driving device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The connecting waterway includes an inlet waterway and an outlet waterway; The water inlet channel has the inlet at one end; The water outlet has the outlet at one end; The other ends of the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are connected. The inlet channel and the outlet channel are parallel or at an angle; The mounting bracket covers the water inlet channel; The water flow drive is located at least partially in the water outlet channel.

7. The water flow driving device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first water channel shell is provided with a partition that separates the inlet water channel and the outlet water channel; The two sides of the partition member along the thickness direction are respectively the side walls of the inlet water channel and the return water channel; One end of the partition member along its length is formed with a sidewall of the transition waterway.

8. The water flow driving device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water flow driving component includes a water-pumping wheel and rotating shafts located on both sides of the water-pumping wheel; The water-dispensing wheel is partially housed in the drainage channel, and the rotating shaft on one side of the water-dispensing wheel is rotatably supported by the partition, while the rotating shaft on the other side of the water-dispensing wheel is rotatably supported on the side wall of the drainage channel opposite to the partition.

9. The water flow driving device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The water flow drive mechanism includes an electric drive assembly; The electric drive assembly includes a housing, a motor, and a battery module; The housing is connected to the mounting bracket, and both the battery module and the motor are disposed in the housing. The battery module is electrically connected to the motor, and the motor and the water-dispensing wheel are connected by a drive.

10. A river toy, characterized in that, include: The water flow drive device as described in any one of claims 1-9; The second water channel shell has an extended water channel and is detachably connected to the first water channel shell. The two ends of the second water channel shell are respectively connected to the inlet water channel and the outlet water channel.

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