An eye module and head structure for a toy

Abstract

This application belongs to the technical field of toy structure, specifically relating to an eye module for a toy, including a fixing frame, an eyeball mounted on the fixing frame, and a spring-loaded component installed between the eyeball and the fixing frame. The eyeball is designed as a hollow semi-circular structure. In practical applications, an eyeball is provided on the eyeball, and the state of the eyeball can be changed by rotating the eyeball, which increases the interactivity and aesthetics of the toy to a certain extent. At the same time, the eyeball can move in the vertical axis direction, and the spring-loaded component can provide elastic force for the eyeball to return to its original position after being pressed down, increasing the playability of the toy. In addition, this application also discloses a head structure using the above-mentioned eye module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of toy structure, specifically relating to an eye module and head structure for a toy. Background Technology

[0002] As people's material lives become more affluent, the audience for toys is becoming wider and wider, and the variety of toys is also increasing. At the same time, some users attach their emotions to toys, which makes the appearance and structure of toys more anthropomorphic. People's demand for toys is getting higher and higher, which provides space for the development of toy structures.

[0003] As a crucial structure for demonstrating the flexibility of toys, the improvement of its structure has received widespread attention. Among existing structures, an eye-tracking device for a face-changing toy mechanism (Chinese Patent, Application No. 201720411256.0) discloses such a device, comprising two symmetrical eye sockets, eyeballs respectively installed within the two eye sockets, and a swing frame that drives the eye sockets to rotate. The eye sockets include a mounting base and eyelids fixed above the mounting base. The mounting base has mounting holes. The eyeballs include an eyeball surface and an eyeball base. The eyeballs are mounted in the front end of the mounting holes via the eyeball base, and the eyeball surface is located within the eyelids. The swing frame includes a mounting rod and a swing rod connected to the mounting rod. The swing frame is inserted into the rear end of the mounting holes via the front section of the mounting rod, and the swing rod is engaged with the upper part of a push plate. External force presses the push plate, causing the swing frame to rotate, which in turn rotates the eye sockets, causing the eye sockets and eyeballs to rotate relative to each other, thus achieving changes in eye expressions.

[0004] The aforementioned patent allows the eyeballs to rotate, enabling changes in eye expressions, but its structure is relatively complex and lacks playability. A new structure is needed to solve these problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] One of the purposes of this application is to provide an eye module for toys to address the shortcomings of existing technologies. In practical applications, the eyeballs in this application can rotate and bounce back, increasing playability and simplifying the structure.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] An eye module for a toy, comprising:

[0008] An eyeball, wherein the eyeball is configured as a semi-circle, and a mounting shaft is provided on the surface of the eyeball;

[0009] A fixing frame includes a base plate and a mounting plate connected to each other. The mounting plate is provided with a movable groove that matches the mounting shaft, and the mounting shaft is installed in the movable groove.

[0010] The eyeball moves within the movable slot via the mounting shaft to change position relative to the fixed frame in the vertical direction. A gap is left between the eyeball and the base plate to provide space for the eyeball to rotate.

[0011] A rebound assembly is provided between the eyeball and the base plate. The rebound assembly includes a guide post and a spring connected to each other. The end of the guide post away from the spring is connected to the eyeball, and the end of the spring away from the guide post is connected to the base plate.

[0012] As an improvement to the eye module for the toy described in this application, the eyeball is configured as a hollow semi-circular structure, and the inside of the eyeball is provided with a recessed surface protruding outward. The end of the guide post away from the spring is connected to the center of the recessed surface.

[0013] As an improvement to the eye module for toys described in this application, the base plate extends toward the eyeballs and has a mounting body located between the two eyeballs. The mounting body is used for mounting the eye module to the face.

[0014] The second objective of this application is to provide a head structure, including a face and an eye module connected to the face, wherein the eye module is an eye module for toys as described above.

[0015] As an improvement to the head structure of the toy described in this application, the base plate is provided with a mounting body, which fixes the base plate to the face by screws.

[0016] As an improvement to the head structure for the toy described in this application, the face has openings that fit the eyeballs, the diameter of which is smaller than the diameter of the eyeballs.

[0017] As an improvement to the head structure for the toy described in this application, a mounting ring extends from the periphery of the hole towards the eye module, a limiting block is provided on the periphery of the bottom of the eyeball, and a limiting groove matching the limiting block is provided on the mounting ring.

[0018] As an improvement to the head structure for the toy described in this application, the face is connected to the mounting plate, and the mounting plate is connected to a triangular plate that is connected to the face.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: In actual use, the eyeball is equipped with an eyeball, and by rotating the eyeball, the toy's eye expression and overall facial expression can be changed, reflecting the diversity and flexibility of the toy's face, and increasing the toy's interactivity and aesthetics to a certain extent. At the same time, by setting the mounting axis and the movable groove, the eyeball can move in the vertical direction, and the rebound component can provide elastic potential energy for the pressed eyeball to return to its original position, increasing playability. In addition, this application only uses an eyeball, a fixing frame, a guide column and a spring, which is simple in structure and reduces production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The features, advantages, and technical effects of exemplary embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a plan view of Embodiment 1 of this application.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view showing the positional relationship between the eyeball, the rebound assembly, and the base plate in Embodiment 1 of this application.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 2 of this application.

[0024] The reference numerals in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0025] 100. Eye module; 1. Eyeball; 11. Mounting shaft; 12. Recessed surface; 13. Limiting block; 2. Fixing frame; 21. Base plate; 211. Mounting body; 22. Mounting plate; 221. Movable groove; 3. Springback assembly; 31. Guide post; 32. Spring;

[0026] 200. Face; 202. Mounting ring; 203. Limiting groove;

[0027] 300. Screws;

[0028] 400. Triangle ruler. Detailed Implementation

[0029] If certain terms are used in the specification and claims to refer to specific components, those skilled in the art will understand that hardware manufacturers may use different names to refer to the same component. This specification and claims do not distinguish components based on differences in name, but rather on differences in function. The term "comprising" throughout the specification and claims is an open-ended term and should be interpreted as "including but not limited to." "Approximately" means that within an acceptable margin of error, those skilled in the art can solve the technical problem and substantially achieve the technical effect within a certain margin of error. Furthermore, terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "horizontal", 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 application 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 application.

[0031] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1-3 The present application will be further described in detail with reference to specific implementation methods, but this is not intended to limit the present application.

[0033] Implementation Method 1

[0034] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1-2 Description of Implementation Method 1

[0035] An eye module for a toy includes a fixing frame 2, an eyeball 1 mounted on the fixing frame 2, and a rebound component 3 mounted between the fixing frame 2 and the eyeball 1. The fixing frame 2 supports and fixes the eyeball 1, and the rebound component 3 provides elastic potential energy for the rebound of the eyeball 1 after being pressed down.

[0036] Specifically, the number of eyeballs 1 is set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, there are two eyeballs 1. The eyeballs 1 are hollow semi-circular structures. The surface of the eyeballs 1 is provided with mounting shafts 11, and the inside of the eyeballs 1 is provided with outwardly protruding concave surfaces 12. In this embodiment, the eyeballs 1 can rotate in the perpendicular direction of the straight line where the two mounting shafts 11 are located. In practical applications, the eyeballs 1 are provided with eyeball parts. The rotation angle of the eyeballs 1 can meet the movement stroke of the eyeballs from left to right, which meets the needs of general eye expression changes.

[0037] Specifically, the mounting frame 2 includes a base plate 21 and a mounting plate 22 connected to each other. The base plate 21 extends toward the eyeball 1 with a mounting body 211, which is located between the two eyeballs 1. The mounting body 211 is used for mounting the eye module to the face. The mounting plate 22 is provided with a movable groove 221 that matches the mounting shaft 11. The mounting shaft 11 is installed in the movable groove 221. The mounting shaft 11 has a structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. The maximum diameter of the mounting shaft 11 is greater than the diameter of the movable groove 221, and the minimum diameter of the mounting shaft 11 is less than the diameter of the movable groove 221. The eyeball 1 changes position with the mounting frame 2 in the vertical direction by moving the mounting shaft 11 in the movable groove 221. There is a gap between the eyeball 1 and the base plate 21. The gap provides space for the rotation of the eyeball 1. At the same time, the width of the gap can limit the rotation stroke of the eyeball 1, preventing the concave surface 12 from rotating to the exposed side of the eyeball 1, thus ensuring aesthetics.

[0038] Specifically, a rebound assembly 3 is provided between the eyeball 1 and the base plate 21. The rebound assembly 3 includes a guide post 31 and a spring 32 connected to each other. The end of the guide post 31 away from the spring 32 is connected to the center of the recessed surface 12, and the end of the spring 32 away from the guide post 31 is connected to the base plate 21. The setting of the movable groove 221 and the mounting shaft 11 allows the eyeball 1 to be pressed down. The spring 32 provides elastic potential energy for the rebound of the eyeball 1, which increases the playability of the toy. At the same time, the rebound function of the eyeball 1 can relieve pressure to a certain extent.

[0039] The eye module in this embodiment only requires an eyeball 1, a fixing frame 2, a guide post 31, and a spring 32 to realize the rotation and rebound functions of the eyeball 1. The structure is simple and practical, reducing production costs.

[0040] Implementation Method 2

[0041] like Figure 3 As shown, it is understandable that Figure 3 This is a rear structural diagram of this embodiment. The holes on the back coincide with the structure of the eyeball 1 and are not labeled. A head structure includes a face 200 and an eye module 100 connected to the face 200, wherein the eye module 100 is the eye module for the toy of Embodiment 1.

[0042] Specifically, the face 200 has a hole that fits the eyeball 1. The diameter of the hole is smaller than the diameter of the eyeball 1. A mounting ring 202 extends from the periphery of the hole toward the eye module 100. Because the diameter of the hole is small, the mounting ring 202 will rub against the eyeball 1 during the rotation of the eyeball 1, thereby increasing the resistance to the rotation of the eyeball 1 and improving the feel of the eyeball 1.

[0043] Specifically, a limiting block 13 is provided on the bottom periphery of the eyeball 1. In this embodiment, two limiting blocks 13 are provided, respectively located at both ends of the bottom of the eyeball 1. The mounting ring 202 is provided with a limiting groove 203 that matches the limiting block 13, so that when the eyeball 1 rotates to the extreme positions at both ends, the limiting block 13 enters the limiting groove 203 and makes a sound, which can relieve pressure and increase the feel to a certain extent, thereby improving the user experience. At the same time, the limiting groove 203 can further limit the rotation stroke of the eyeball 1, preventing the concave surface 12 from rotating to the exposed side of the eyeball 1, thus ensuring aesthetics.

[0044] Specifically, the base plate 21 is provided with a mounting body 211, which is fixedly connected to the face plate 200 by screws 300. The face plate 200 is connected to the mounting plate 22. In some other technical solutions, the mounting plate 22 and the face plate 200 are integrally formed, which can increase the connection strength.

[0045] Specifically, the mounting plate 22 is connected to a triangular plate 400 that is connected to the face 200. The triangular plate 400 increases the connection strength and the stress points of the face 200, thereby increasing the overall stability of the head structure.

[0046] Based on the disclosure and teachings of the foregoing specification, those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the above embodiments. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and any obvious improvements, substitutions, or modifications made by those skilled in the art based on this application are within the scope of protection of this application. Furthermore, although some specific terms are used in this specification, these terms are only for convenience of explanation and do not constitute any limitation on this application.

Claims

1. An eye module for a toy, characterized in that, include: An eyeball (1) is configured as a semi-circle, and a mounting shaft (11) is provided on the surface of the eyeball (1). The fixing frame (2) includes a base plate (21) and a mounting plate (22) connected to each other. The mounting plate (22) is provided with a movable groove (221) that matches the mounting shaft (11). The mounting shaft (11) is installed in the movable groove (221). The mounting shaft (11) has a structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. The maximum diameter of the mounting shaft (11) is greater than the diameter of the movable groove (221), and the minimum diameter of the mounting shaft (11) is less than the diameter of the movable groove (221). The eyeball (1) moves within the movable groove (221) via the mounting shaft (11) to change its position relative to the fixed frame (2) in the vertical direction. A gap is left between the eyeball (1) and the base plate (21), which provides space for the rotation of the eyeball (1). Among them, a rebound assembly (3) is also provided between the eyeball (1) and the base plate (21). The rebound assembly (3) includes a guide post (31) and a spring (32) connected to each other. The end of the guide post (31) away from the spring (32) is connected to the eyeball (1), and the end of the spring (32) away from the guide post (31) is connected to the base plate (21).

2. The eye module for a toy as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The eyeball (1) is configured as a hollow semi-circular structure, and the inside of the eyeball (1) is provided with a recessed surface (12) protruding outward. The end of the guide post (31) away from the spring (32) is connected to the center of the recessed surface (12).

3. The eye module for a toy as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base plate (21) extends toward the eyeball (1) with a mounting body (211), the mounting body (211) being located between the two eyeballs (1), and the mounting body (211) being used for mounting the eye module to the face.

4. A head structure, characterized in that, It includes a face (200) and an eye module (100) connected to the face (200), wherein the eye module (100) is an eye module for a toy as described in any one of claims 1-3.

5. The head structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The base plate (21) is provided with a mounting body (211), which is fixedly connected to the face plate (200) by screws (300).

6. The head structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The face (200) has a hole that is adapted to the eyeball (1), and the diameter of the hole is smaller than the diameter of the eyeball (1).

7. The head structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, A mounting ring (202) extends from the periphery of the hole toward the eye module (100), a limiting block (13) is provided on the periphery of the bottom of the eyeball (1), and a limiting groove (203) matching the limiting block (13) is provided on the mounting ring (202).

8. The head structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The face (200) is connected to the mounting plate (22), and the mounting plate (22) is connected to a triangular plate (400) connected to the face (200).

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