Toy

Abstract

The utility model provides a toy which enables a user to easily understand which one of a plurality of operation parts should be operated in the toy. The toy includes: a frame body having a first passage and a second passage formed therein; a first member that blocks at least a portion of the second passage when the posture of the housing is the first posture; and a second member that closes the first passage when the posture of the housing is a second posture different from the first posture.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Previously, technologies for display devices that could change the display mode in response to the tilt of the display body were known (e.g., Patent Document 1). Toys utilizing such display devices were also known. Furthermore, toys equipped with multiple operating parts were 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 are situations where, when a predetermined image is displayed on a display device, it is difficult for the user to understand which of the multiple operating parts should be operated. Therefore, there is a pursuit of technology that allows users to easily understand which of the multiple operating parts should be operated in a toy.

[0008] means for solving problems

[0009] The toy comprises: a frame having a first passage and a second passage formed on its inner side; a first component that blocks at least a portion of the second passage when the frame is in a first position; and a second component that blocks the first passage 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 easily understand which of the multiple operating parts should be operated. 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 VI-VI view section.

[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 of an example of a toy showing a finger 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 by contacting 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 This is a 3D view of the toy from the upper right front viewpoint. Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view of the toy as seen 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 cylinder whose side surface has been cut off by a horizontal plane, and the cut-off portion is a flat surface. The horizontal plane, for example, cuts off a portion of the upper side and a portion of the lower side of the cylinder's side surface. 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 VI-VI view section. Figure 7It means to make Figure 6 The diagram shows the state of toy 1 after rotating 180° with the horizontal axis extending forward and backward as the center.

[0035] The first operating part 9 is disposed on the first passage 7 or at a first disposed position further inward than 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 that is 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 part 9 provides a first sensation. The first sensation refers to the feeling obtained when a person touches or operates the first operating part 9 with their fingers. The first sensation is the 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" feeling when touching the first operating part 9. Furthermore, 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, formed by a curved surface. When the surface of the first operating part 9 is formed by a curved surface, the user can further appreciate 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 on the second passage 8 or at a second disposed position further inward than 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 disposed position is, for example, a position that is easily operated by inserting a finger into the second passage 8. For example, such as Figure 7As shown, with the frame 2 maintaining the position where the center of the entrance to the second passage 8 is positioned 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 below the center of the frame in the height direction. The first setting position and the second setting position are positioned opposite each other in 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 part 11 provides a second sensation different from the first sensation. 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 a second tactile sensation. The second operating part 11 is, for example, made of a non-elastic material. Here, a non-elastic material does not only refer to a rigid body, but also includes an object that does not deform under pressure from 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, like 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 feels the tactile sensation of pressing a switch and hears 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 in the frame 2 from the first receiving portion 15 to the second passage 8.

[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 in the frame 2 from the second receiving portion 18 to the first passage 7.

[0051] To change the orientation of frame 2 from Figure 6 The first attitude change shown is Figure 7In 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 in the second object detection sensor 21, 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 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 the posture detection sensor detects that the posture of the frame 2 is a first posture, display device 3 displays the object in a first mode. The first mode is a mode related to a first sense. The object is, for example, a character, content, etc. In addition, the first sense is the first tactile sensation. If the first tactile sensation is a "soft" feeling, 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 than the display manner of the second mode described later.

[0063] Furthermore, when the posture detection sensor detects that the frame 2 has a second posture different from the first posture, 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 with 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 indicating that the finger is touching the object in the first pattern. 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 pattern on the display device 3.

[0068] Figure 10This 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 an image of the finger touching the object in the second mode. 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 tactile sensation and a second surface related to 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] Additionally, the display mode of the display device can be controlled according to the posture of the toy 1 detected by the posture detection sensor. For example, if the 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] Furthermore, the control device can also perform a first control based on the operation of the first operation unit 9, and perform a second control different from the first control based on the operation of the second operation unit 11. The first control, for example, is a control that emits a sound along with the operation of the first operation unit 9, while the second control, for example, is a control that does not emit a sound along with the operation of the second operation unit 11. Alternatively, 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, toy 1 includes: a frame 2 having a first passage 7 and a second passage 8 formed on its inner side; a first member 14 that blocks at least a portion of the second passage 8 when the frame 2 is in a first position; and a second member 17 that blocks the first passage 7 when the frame 2 is in a second position different from the first position. Therefore, toy 1 allows the user to easily understand which of the multiple operating parts should be operated. In other words, the user can immediately understand which of the first passage 7 and the second passage 8 should be inserted into.

[0087] Furthermore, the first component 14 and the second component 17 block the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 respectively due to their own weight. Therefore, it is not necessary to provide a drive device for driving the first component 14 and a drive device for driving the second component 17 in the toy 1. As a result, the toy 1 can be miniaturized and made lighter.

[0088] Furthermore, the first component 14 and the second component 17 block the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 respectively by sliding downwards. Therefore, the toy 1 can move the first component 14 and the second component 17 with a simple configuration.

[0089] Furthermore, the first component 14 and the second component 17 respectively block the second passage 8 and the first passage 7 by rotating around a predetermined position. Therefore, the toy 1 allows the first component 14 and the second component 17 to be moved through a simple configuration.

[0090] Furthermore, the display device 3, which displays a predetermined object, has a first passage 7 and a second passage 8 formed on opposite sides of each other with respect to the display device 3. Moreover, when the first passage 7 is blocked by the second member 17, the second passage 8 is open. Therefore, the user can easily identify the passage where a finger should be inserted.

[0091] Furthermore, toy 1 has a first object detection sensor 20 located inside the second member 17 to detect objects inserted into the first passage 7, and a second object detection sensor 21 located inside the first member 14 to detect objects inserted into the second passage 8. Therefore, toy 1 can prevent both the first object detection sensor 20 and the second object detection sensor 21 from detecting objects.

[0092] Furthermore, the frame 2 has a first receiving portion 15 for accommodating the first component 14 and a second receiving portion 18 for accommodating the second component 17. Therefore, the frame 2 can have an excellent appearance design.

[0093] Furthermore, both the first component 14 and the second component 17 are plate-shaped components. Therefore, the first component 14 and the second component 17 can move smoothly in accordance with the posture of the frame 2. In addition, the first component 14 and the second component 17 can reliably prevent the insertion of fingers into the second passage 8 and the first passage 7, respectively.

[0094] Furthermore, the first passage 7 connects the first opening formed on the surface of the frame 2 to the first operating part 9 located at a first position inside the frame 2, and the second passage 8 connects the second opening formed on the surface of the frame 2 to the second operating part 11 located at a second position inside the frame 2. Therefore, the toy 1 can indicate to the user which of the first and second operating parts 9 or 11 should be operated according to the posture of the frame 2.

[0095] 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: The frame has a first passage and a second passage formed on its inner side; A first component, which blocks at least a portion of the second passage when the frame is in a first orientation; and The second component blocks the first passage when the frame is in a second posture that is different from the first posture.

2. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component and the second component block the second passage and the first passage respectively due to their own weight.

3. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component and the second component slide downward to block the second passage and the first passage, respectively.

4. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component and the second component rotate around a predetermined position to block the second passage and the first passage, respectively.

5. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The toy also includes a display device that displays a predetermined object. The first path and the second path are formed on opposite sides of each other with reference to the display device.

6. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the first passage is blocked by the second component, the second passage is open.

7. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first object detection sensor is provided at a position inside the second component to detect an object inserted into the first passage. A second object detection sensor is provided at a position inside the first member to detect the object inserted into the second passage.

8. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame has a first receiving portion for accommodating the first component and a second receiving portion for accommodating the second component.

9. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component and the second component are both plate-shaped components.

10. The toy according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first passage is a passage connecting a first opening formed on the surface of the frame to a first operating part disposed at a first location inside the frame. The second passage is a passage connecting the second opening formed on the surface of the frame to the second operating part located at a second installation position inside the frame.

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