Support of model toy

Abstract

To provide a new setup of a support for mounting for example a model toy to a pedestal.SOLUTION: The support of a model toy includes a first part having a first connection section, where a recess is formed, and a second part having a second connection section rotatably connected to the first connection section. The first part and the second part are rotated with the first connection section and the second connection section as the axis of rotation, and a portion of the second part is fitted into a recess in which the first part is formed by rotation of the second part with the axis of rotation as a center.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a support for a model toy. [Background technology]

[0002] A model toy such as a doll body includes various joints and movable parts, which allow it to realize various movements and poses. On the other hand, there is a demand for a pedestal on which the model toy is fixed to be able to realize various movements and poses. Patent Document 1 proposes a configuration in which a toy body is connected to a stand by a support member connected to the waist of the toy body. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Utility Model Registration No. 3199903 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] In the above-mentioned conventional technology, a support is used to connect the model toy to a stand (base). However, since the support member included in the support member is a member unrelated to the model toy, it is desirable for it to be as inconspicuous as possible so as not to affect the appearance of the model toy. Therefore, it is preferable for the support member to be formed as thin as possible. On the other hand, if the width of the support member is formed to be small, its ability to support the model toy decreases, and it becomes impossible to support a larger model toy.

[0005] The present invention provides, for example, a novel mechanism for a support for attaching a model toy to a base. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The present invention is characterized in that, for example, a support for a model toy includes a first part having a recess formed therein and a first connecting part, and a second part having a second connecting part rotatably connected to the first connecting part, the first part and the second part rotate about the first connecting part and the second connecting part as a rotation axis, and as the second part rotates around the rotation axis, a part of the second part is fitted into the recess formed in the first part to form a support member of the support. Effect of the Invention

[0007] According to the present invention, for example, a novel mechanism for a support for attaching a model toy to a base can be provided. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of an external perspective view of a support of the model toy according to one embodiment. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of an exploded perspective view of a support according to an embodiment. [Diagram 3] 4A and 4B are diagrams illustrating parts that configure a support member included in a support body according to an embodiment. [Figure 4] 1A and 1B are diagrams illustrating an assembly configuration of a support member according to an embodiment. [Diagram 5] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of a support member according to an embodiment. [Figure 6] 13A and 13B are diagrams illustrating a fitting configuration of a support member according to an embodiment. [Figure 7] 6A and 6B are diagrams illustrating a rotation width for each rotation direction of a support member according to an embodiment. [Figure 8] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a modified connection configuration. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0009] Hereinafter, the embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the following embodiments do not limit the invention according to the claims, and not all combinations of features described in the embodiments are essential to the invention. Two or more features among the multiple features described in the embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. In addition, the same reference numbers are used for the same or similar configurations, and duplicated descriptions are omitted.

[0010] <Appearance of the support> An example of the external configuration of a support body that supports a model toy according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 1. Fig. 1 shows an external perspective view of a support body 100. Note that the arrows indicating up / down, left / right, and front / rear indicate the orientation of the model toy in the figure, and the same applies to other figures.

[0011] The support 100 is a display stand called an Action Base (registered trademark) or the like for displaying a model toy in any pose. The support 100 includes support members 101, 102, connection parts 103, 104, 105, and a base 106. The support members 101, 102 are supports extending from the base 106 to the connection part of the model toy. Specifically, the support member 102 is connected to the base 106, and the support member 102 and the support member 101 are further connected. The support member 102 is rotatably connected to the connection part 105 of the base 106, and the support members 101, 102 are further rotatably connected to each other. In this way, the support 100 according to this embodiment has a plurality of support members including at least the first support member and the second support member rotatably connected, and thus the model toy can be supported in various positions, enabling a variety of poses of the model toy on the base.

[0012] As shown in FIG. 1, one end of support member 101 is connected to support member 102, and the other end is rotatably connected to connection part 103. Connection part 103 is connected to the model toy. Furthermore, connection part 104 is connected to the connection part between support member 101 and support member 102. Connection part 104 has two arms, and supports the model toy by sandwiching it between the two arms. This improves the ability of support body 100 to support the model toy. Note that connection part 104 is not an essential component of the present invention, and can be applied as an option.

[0013] <Support Structure> An example of the configuration of the support 100 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 2. Fig. 2 shows an exploded perspective view of the support 100. Note that parts that are not exploded from the parts shown in Fig. 1 are given the same reference numerals, and descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0014] The support 100 according to this embodiment includes parts 201 to 206 in addition to the connecting parts 103 and 104 and the base 106. The parts 201 and 202 constitute the support member 101, which is a first supporting member. The parts 203 and 204 constitute the support member 102, which is a second supporting member. In this way, the support members 101 and 102 are each composed of two parts, and when the two parts are combined, one end has a ring-shaped connecting part, and the other end has a connecting part with another support member or the connecting part 103. For example, a ring-shaped connecting part is formed at one end of the support member 101, and the parts 203 and 204 are rotatably connected to sandwich the connecting part. A detailed assembly configuration of the support members 101 and 102 will be described later.

[0015] Parts 205 and 206 are connected to sandwich the ring-shaped connecting portion of support member 102 formed by combining parts 203 and 204, and form connection part 105. Connection part 105 is connected to base 106 by inserting a cylindrical portion formed at the bottom into a hole in base 106. Therefore, connection part 105 is rotatable with respect to base 106.

[0016] Each part may be made of a transparent material. This makes it possible to reduce the impact on the appearance of the model toy without making the support 100 stand out when the model toy is displayed on the support 100.

[0017] <Parts configuration of support member> The parts configuration of the support member according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 3. Fig. 3(a) shows part 201, and Fig. 3(b) shows part 202. Note that parts 203 and 204 that configure the support member 102 have the same configuration as parts 201 and 202, respectively, and therefore their description will be omitted.

[0018] The part 201 is formed to include a support portion 310 and connecting portions 311, 315. The support portion 310 is formed with receiving portions 312, 314, and a recess 313. The part 202 is formed to include a support portion 320 and connecting portions 321, 325. The support portion 320 is formed with insertion portions 322, 324. The support portions 310, 320 form the arm portions of the support member 101. By forming the support portions 310, 320 wider, the support function of the support member 100 for supporting the model toy can be improved. In other words, it becomes possible to support a larger model toy. On the other hand, if the support member is formed too wide, the appearance of the model toy is affected when the model toy is displayed on the support member. Therefore, in this embodiment, in order to provide a stronger support member without affecting the appearance of the model toy, two parts are combined to form one support member.

[0019] Specifically, parts 201 and 202 are combined by fitting support part 320 of part 202 into recess 313 formed in support part 310 of part 201. This allows the support part of support member 101 to be made up of two parts, which can increase its strength compared to when it is made up of one part. Therefore, it is possible to form the width of support parts 310, 320 smaller than when it is made up of one part.

[0020] Furthermore, in order to prevent parts 201, 202 from coming apart after being assembled, support parts 310, 320 are formed with receiving parts 312, 314 and insertion parts 322, 324 to be inserted into the receiving parts. As shown in Fig. 3, receiving parts 312, 314 and corresponding insertion parts 322, 324 are formed at both ends in the longitudinal direction of support parts 310, 320. By providing fitting points at both ends in this way, the strength of the fitting between the two parts can be efficiently improved by fitting at fewer points, and it is easy to prevent the two parts from coming apart.

[0021] In addition, various connecting parts are formed on the parts 201 and 202. The connecting parts 311 and 321 are examples of a first connecting part and a second connecting part, respectively, and are formed at one end of the parts 201 and 202 in the longitudinal direction. The connecting part 311 is formed in a cylindrical shape, and the connecting part 321 is formed in a cylindrical shape with a recess formed therein. The cylindrical part of the connecting part 311 is inserted into the recess, whereby the parts 201 and 202 are connected to each other so as to be rotatable with each other. In addition, the connecting parts 315 and 325 are formed in a ring shape at the other end of the parts 201 and 202 in the longitudinal direction, respectively. When the parts 201 and 202 are combined, the connecting parts 315 and 325 overlap each other to form one ring-shaped connecting part.

[0022] <Assembly configuration of support members> The assembly configuration of the support member according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 4. Fig. 4(a) and Fig. 4(b) are side views sequentially showing the assembly procedure of the support member 101 and the connection part 103. The support member 101 according to this embodiment is configured to include parts 201 and 202, but since the connection part 103 is also connected, the assembly procedure of the connection part 103 will also be described.

[0023] First, as shown in Fig. 4(a), the connection part 103 is connected to the connection part 321 of the part 202. Specifically, a ring-shaped part of the connection part 103 is rotatably connected so as to cover the cylindrical outer periphery of the connection part 321. Next, as shown in Fig. 4(b), the cylindrical part of the connection part 311 of the part 201 is inserted into a cylindrical recess formed in the connection part 321 of the part 202. As a result, the parts 201, 202, and the connection part 103 are rotatably connected to each other.

[0024] Next, as shown in FIG. 4(c), the connected part 201 is rotated in the direction of the arrow. This rotation is performed until the support part 320 of the part 202 fits into the recess 313 formed in the part 201. FIG. 4(d) shows the state after the part has been rotated to the end. In this way, the part 202 fits inside the part 201, and the parts 201 and 202 are integrated, completing the assembly of the support member 101 and the connection part 103. In this way, according to this embodiment, the parts 201 and 202 can be easily assembled by utilizing the rotational movement of the coupling parts 311 and 321. In addition, the connection part 103 can also be rotatably connected by utilizing the shape of the coupling parts 311 and 321, and a movable shaft can be realized with fewer parts.

[0025] <Cross-sectional configuration> The cross-sectional configuration of the support member 101 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 5. The cross section shown in Fig. 5 is taken along line xx' in Fig. 4(d) and viewed from the direction of the arrow.

[0026] As shown in FIG. 5, the cross section of the part 201 is formed in a U-shape and has a recess 313 inside. Furthermore, the recess 313 houses the part 202, and the cross section of the part 202 is formed in an I-shape. Thus, according to this embodiment, by combining two parts to form the support member, even if the width is formed small, the strength can be improved compared to when the support member is formed in a cylindrical shape with one part. Note that when the support member is formed with one part, the width needs to be formed large. However, when realizing a cylindrical shape with one part, there is a limit at the time of molding, and it becomes more difficult to mold the width large. In addition, if the width of the support member is increased, it is not preferable because it affects the appearance of the model toy when the model toy is decorated on the support. On the other hand, the support member 101 according to this embodiment can be formed in a small width while maintaining strength by combining two parts, compared to when it is formed with one part.

[0027] <Insertion mechanism> The insertion mechanism of the support member according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 6. As described above, the support member 101 according to this embodiment is configured by combining two parts. As described with reference to Fig. 4, when combining, the parts 201 and 202 are rotated around the connecting parts 311 and 321 as the rotation axis, and the parts are combined so that the part 202 is accommodated in the recess 313 of the part 201. Also, as described with reference to Fig. 3, the support parts 310 and 320 are formed with receiving parts 312 and 314 and corresponding inserting parts 322 and 324 to prevent the parts 201 and 202 from coming apart after being combined.

[0028] In this way, in the support member 101 according to this embodiment, the two parts are rotated around the rotation axis to combine them, and are fitted together by the insertion portion etc. However, since the two parts are combined by a rotational movement, there is a problem that it is difficult to fit them together if the receiving portions 312, 314 and the insertion portions 322, 324 are formed in the horizontal direction in the figure.

[0029] In this embodiment, in consideration of combining the two parts by the above-mentioned rotational operation, the insertion parts 322 and 324 are formed in an arch shape having a predetermined curvature as shown in FIG. 6. The receiving parts 312 and 314 are formed corresponding to the shapes of the insertion parts 322 and 324. FIG. 6 shows an enlarged view of the dotted line area of ​​the support member 101. The receiving part 312 and the insertion part 322 formed in a position close to the rotation axis are formed with a large curvature, and the receiving part 314 and the insertion part 324 formed in a position far from the rotation axis are formed with a small curvature. This allows the parts 201 and 202 to be combined smoothly. In addition, each part has a feature that it is easy to release from the mold when molding. In other words, according to this embodiment, the curvature of the arch is designed to be different depending on the position where the insertion part and the receiving part are formed.

[0030] <Rotation width of support> The rotation width of the support according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 7. Fig. 7(a) shows a state in which the support member 101 is rotated in a forward direction (first direction) relative to the support member 102. Fig. 7(b) shows a state in which the support member 101 is rotated in a backward direction (second direction opposite to the first direction) relative to the support member 102.

[0031] As shown in 701 in Fig. 4(d), a cut is formed in the part 201 constituting the support member 101. As shown in Fig. 7(b), the cut 701 is formed such that the shaded portion is thinner than the other portions. Although not shown, a similar cut is also formed on the back side of the cut 701. Furthermore, as shown in Fig. 7(a), the dotted line region shown in 702 is formed as a cavity in the support member 102.

[0032] Therefore, as shown in Fig. 7(a), when the support member 101 is rotated in the forward direction, it can rotate to a position where the notch 701 fits into the hollow area 702. On the other hand, when the support member 101 is rotated in the backward direction, which is the opposite direction to the forward direction, as shown in Fig. 7(b), the notch 701 and the hollow area 702 are not formed, so that the parts 201 and 202 collide with each other at the position shown in 703, and the rotation stops. Therefore, the maximum rotation range in the rotation direction in Fig. 7(b) is smaller than the maximum rotation range in the rotation direction in Fig. 7(a).

[0033] In this manner, the support member (first support member) 101 according to this embodiment is rotatable in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction relative to the support member (second support member) 102, and is characterized in that the maximum rotational width when rotating in each direction is different. This allows the support member to operate with different rotational widths, and the rotational width can be selected according to the model toy to be connected and its pose.

[0034] As described above, the support of the model toy according to this embodiment includes a first part having a recess and a first connecting part, and a second part having a second connecting part rotatably connected to the first connecting part. The first part and the second part rotate around the first connecting part and the second connecting part as a rotation axis, and the second part rotates around the rotation axis, so that a part of the second part is fitted into the recess formed in the first part to form the support member of the support. In this way, in this support, the support member that becomes the arm is formed by combining two parts. This makes it possible to reduce the width of each part that constitutes the support member without reducing the ability of the support member to support the model toy. In addition, if the part width can be designed to be small, molding can be easily performed. Therefore, according to this embodiment, a new mechanism of the support that attaches the model toy to the base can be provided.

[0035] <Modification> The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and variations are possible within the scope of the gist of the invention. For example, in the above-described embodiment, it has been described that the connection part 103 is rotatably connected to the support member 101. Specifically, it has been described that the connection part has a ring-shaped part that is connected to the connection part 321 of the part 202. Although this shape allows free rotation, it may have a stopper function that stops the rotation in order to increase the strength of supporting the model toy.

[0036] A modified example of the connection part 103 having a stopper function will be described with reference to Fig. 8. Fig. 8 shows an enlarged view of a dotted line area 800 of the support member 101. In this modified example, a connection part 801 is used instead of the connection part 103 in the above embodiment. As shown in the enlarged view, the connection part 801 is formed in a gear shape with a plurality of protrusions 811 provided on the outer periphery of the ring-shaped part. In addition, a stopper 802 is rotatably attached inside the support member 101.

[0037] Stopper 802 includes an insertion portion 821 and a cylindrical coupling portion 822. Insertion portion 821 can stop rotation of connection portion 801 by being inserted between the protrusions of multiple protrusions 811. Furthermore, cylindrical coupling portion 822 rotatably couples stopper 802 by being inserted into a recess formed in support member 101. Therefore, stopper 802 can rotate relative to support member 101 with coupling portion 822 as the rotation axis.

[0038] In the state of dotted line region 800 shown in Fig. 8, insertion portion 821 of stopper 802 is inserted between the protrusions of multiple protrusions 811 of connection portion 801, and connection portion 801 cannot rotate and is in a fixed state. In this state, connection portion 801 is fixed and cannot rotate, so the strength for supporting the model toy can be increased. On the other hand, dotted line region 810 shows a state in which stopper 802 is rotated in the direction of the arrow from the state of dotted line region 800, and insertion portion 821 is removed from between the protrusions. This releases the stopper function and allows connection portion 801 to rotate.

[0039] <Summary of the embodiment> The above embodiment discloses at least the following support for a model toy. (1) A support for a model toy, comprising: A first part having a recess and a first connecting portion; a second part having a second connecting portion rotatably connected to the first connecting portion; Equipped with the first part and the second part rotate about the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion as rotation axes, A support for a model toy, characterized in that when the second part rotates around the rotation axis, a portion of the second part is fitted into the recess formed in the first part to form a support member of the support. (2) At least one insertion portion is formed in the portion of the second part, The model toy support body according to (1), wherein the recess of the first part is formed with at least one receiving portion for receiving the at least one insertion portion. (3) The at least one insert is formed in an arcuate shape in response to rotation of the second part; The support for the model toy described in (2) is characterized in that the at least one receiving portion is formed to correspond to the shape of the at least one insertion portion. (4) The model toy support body according to (3), wherein the at least one insertion portion has an arcuate curvature that varies depending on the position where the insertion portion is formed in the second part. (5) a cross section of the recess of the first part is U-shaped, The support for a model toy according to any one of (1) to (4), wherein the cross section of the portion of the second part is I-shaped. (6) The support includes a plurality of the support members, A support for a model toy according to any one of (1) to (5), characterized in that each support member is rotatably connected to another support member. (7) At one end of the support member, the first connecting portion of the first part and the second connecting portion of the second part are rotatably connected to each other, A ring-shaped connecting portion is formed on the other end of the support member, the plurality of support members include a first support member and a second support member, The model toy support body according to (6) is characterized in that the one end of the second support member is rotatably connected to the ring-shaped connecting portion of the first support member. (8) a third part having a third connecting portion rotatably connected to one end of the first support member; The support for a model toy described in (7) is characterized in that the third part has a first connection portion for connecting the model toy. (9) Further, a fourth part is rotatably connected to the other end of the second support member, The support for a model toy described in (8) is characterized in that the fourth part has a second connection portion that connects to a base. (10) the first support member is rotatable relative to the second support member in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction; The model toy support body according to (8) or (9), characterized in that the maximum rotational range is different between when rotating in the first direction and when rotating in the second direction. (11) A stopper is rotatably connected to the first support member and stops the rotation of the third part, the third connecting portion is formed in a ring shape and has a plurality of protrusions along an outer periphery of the ring shape; The model toy support body according to any one of (8) to (10), characterized in that the stopper is inserted between the plurality of protrusions to stop the rotation of the third part. (12) The model toy support body according to any one of (1) to (11), characterized in that each part of the support body is formed from a transparent material. [Explanation of symbols]

[0040] 100: Support for model toy, 101, 102: Support members, 103-105: Connection parts, 106: Base

Claims

1. A support for a model toy, comprising: a first part having a recess and a first connecting portion; a second part having a second connecting portion rotatably connected to the first connecting portion; Equipped with the first part and the second part rotate about the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion as rotation axes, A support for a model toy, characterized in that when the second part rotates around the rotation axis, a portion of the second part is fitted into the recess formed in the first part to form a support member of the support.

2. At least one insertion portion is formed in the portion of the second part, The support for a model toy according to claim 1 , wherein the recess of the first part is formed with at least one receiving portion for receiving the at least one insert portion.

3. The at least one insert is formed in an arcuate shape in response to a rotation of the second part; The support for the model toy according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one receiving portion is formed to correspond to a shape of the at least one inserting portion.

4. The support for a model toy according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one insert portion has an arcuate curvature that varies depending on a position where the insert portion is formed on the second part.

5. a cross section of the recess of the first part is U-shaped, The support for a model toy according to claim 1 , wherein the cross section of the portion of the second part is I-shaped.

6. The support includes a plurality of the support members, 6. A support for a model toy according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein each support member is rotatably connected to another support member.

7. At one end of the support member, the first connecting portion of the first part and the second connecting portion of the second part are rotatably connected to each other, A ring-shaped connecting portion is formed on the other end of the support member, The plurality of support members include a first support member and a second support member, 7. The support for a model toy according to claim 6, wherein the one end of the second support member is rotatably connected to the ring-shaped connecting portion of the first support member.

8. a third part having a third connecting portion rotatably connected to one end of the first support member; The support for the model toy according to claim 7, characterized in that the third part has a first connecting portion for connecting the model toy.

9. A fourth part is rotatably connected to the other end of the second support member, The support for the model toy according to claim 8 , wherein the fourth part includes a second connection portion that is connected to a base.

10. the first support member is rotatable relative to the second support member in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction; The support for a model toy according to claim 9, wherein a maximum rotational width is different between when the model toy rotates in the first direction and when the model toy rotates in the second direction.

11. A stopper is further provided which is rotatably connected to the first support member and stops the rotation of the third part, The third connecting portion is formed in a ring shape and has a plurality of protrusions along an outer periphery of the ring shape, The support for the model toy according to claim 8, wherein the stopper is inserted between the plurality of protrusions to stop the rotation of the third part.

12. 7. The support for a model toy according to claim 6, wherein each part of the support is made of a transparent material.

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