Outdoor jumping play equipment

Abstract

To provide an outdoor jumping plaything which is inexpensive and easy for infants and handicapped children to play.SOLUTION: An outdoor jumping plaything 1 includes a cushion part 20 and a tent fabric part 10. The cushion part 20 has a network structure having a convex cross section. The tent fabric part 10 is a fabric having anti-water-absorption properties and flameproofness.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to outdoor jumping play equipment. [Background technology]

[0002] Currently, there are outdoor jumping playground equipment that utilizes the power of air. For example, there is a dome structure in which a bun-shaped inner membrane is placed and covered with an outer membrane, and the entire inner membrane is inflated by sending air from a blower placed outside the outer membrane through underground piping.

[0003] This type of outdoor jumping play equipment is made of a dome made of sturdy fabric such as tent fabric, which is inflated from the outside using an air pump. An inner membrane (shaped like a bun) is placed over it, and an outer membrane is then placed over it, and air is sent from a blower through underground piping to the inner membrane, inflating the entire dome, which is fixed to a fabric base underground. The blower constantly blows air, and when a person stands on it and weight is added, the air is released from an exhaust port, maintaining a constant pressure inside the dome. There is also a type of jumping play equipment that has a net stretched over an inflated ball. There is also a jumping play equipment that uses a roughly cubic three-dimensional net structure made of multiple elastic wires that are irregularly entangled in a three-dimensional pattern and partially welded together, allowing people to jump using its high resilience (Patent Document 1). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent Publication No. 2005-224453 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, when pressure is applied to dome-shaped jumping equipment, the force escapes to the surrounding area and the equipment deforms. This poses a particular risk when children of different sizes play on the equipment at the same time, as they may be bounced off at an unintended moment, making it impossible for young children or children with disabilities to play.

[0006] Furthermore, outdoor jumping equipment that is inflated using an air pump requires foundation work for installation, which lengthens the construction period and increases costs. In addition, there are running costs for operating the air pump and for maintenance. Furthermore, jumping equipment that uses a roughly cubic three-dimensional net-like structure tends to collect rain and dust when used outdoors due to its cubic structure, resulting in high maintenance costs.

[0007] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention aims to provide outdoor jumping play equipment that is easy for young children and disabled children to play with and is low in cost. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] (1) a cushion layer; formed to cover the cushion layer A cover layer, The cushion layer is a mesh structure having a mountain-shaped cross section, The cover layer is made of a fabric that is water-resistant and flame-retardant. the law of nature, a frame layer formed to cover the lower portion and periphery of the cushion layer; The frame layer is connected to the wire portion, The wire portion is connected to a base plate installed underground. A distinctive outdoor jumping playground.

[0009] The cushion layer having a mountain-shaped cross section makes it easy for small children and disabled children to get on the outdoor jumping play equipment, and the outdoor jumping play equipment can be provided at low cost both when installed and when operated by not using an air pump or the like. In addition, because the frame layer is connected to the wire section and to the base plate installed underground, the outdoor jumping equipment is secured in place to prevent it from being affected by strong winds. This eliminates the need for foundation work, shortening the construction period and reducing construction costs.

[0010] (2) The outdoor jumping play equipment described in (1), 1. An outdoor jumping play equipment, wherein the cross-sectional mountain shape of the cushion layer is approximately trapezoidal or approximately triangular.

[0011] Since outdoor jumping play equipment is installed outdoors, there is a possibility that raindrops may accumulate and dust may accumulate. However, because the cross section is approximately trapezoidal or triangular, water droplets and dust can easily fall outside the outdoor jumping play equipment, reducing maintenance costs.

[0012] (3) The outdoor jumping play equipment according to (2), An outdoor jumping play equipment characterized in that the slope angle of the approximately trapezoidal or approximately triangular shape of the cushion layer is at least 3 degrees or more.

[0013] In addition, since the slope angle is 3 degrees or more, water droplets and dust are more likely to fall off the outdoor jumping equipment, reducing maintenance costs.

[0014] (4) The outdoor jumping play equipment according to (1), 1. An outdoor jumping play equipment, wherein the mesh structure of the cushion layer is a knitted resin mesh structure.

[0015] The mesh structure of the cushion layer is a woven resin mesh structure (e.g., polyethylene or polypropylene), which allows the outdoor jumping equipment to have breathability and excellent resilience. Because Japan is hot and humid, using breathable materials reduces the chance of mold and mildew growth and cuts maintenance costs. Furthermore, the excellent resilience provides a fun experience for children playing on the outdoor jumping equipment.

[0016] (5) The outdoor jumping play equipment according to (1), The cushion layer has a thickness of at least 100 millimeters.

[0017] By making the cushion layer 100 mm or thicker, it is possible to provide sufficient repulsive force when children play, eliminating the need to use an air pump or the like, and providing outdoor jumping play equipment with low manufacturing costs.

[0018] (6) The outdoor jumping play equipment according to (1), The outdoor jumping play equipment is characterized in that the cover layer is made of polyester fabric with a synthetic resin coated surface.

[0019] The cover layer is made of polyester fabric coated with a synthetic resin (e.g., fluororesin), making it water-resistant and flame-retardant. This reduces the possibility of the performance of outdoor jumping equipment being degraded by exposure to rain, extending the product's life cycle. Furthermore, the flame-retardant properties of the outdoor jumping equipment reduce the likelihood of fires and other accidents. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0022] [Figure 1] 1 is a top view of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is a front view of an outdoor jumping play equipment according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] 1 is an enlarged view of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a component diagram of the cushion layer of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] FIG. 2 is a component diagram of the cushion layer of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a component diagram of the cushion layer of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is an enlarged view of the outdoor jumping play equipment according to the second embodiment of the present invention. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0023] Fig. 1 is a top view of the outdoor jumping play equipment 1. As shown in Fig. 1, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is substantially square-shaped. The base plates 34 are arranged symmetrically about the frame 30. The base plates 34 can prevent the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 from being blown up by strong winds.

[0024] FIG. 2 is a front view of an outdoor jumping play equipment according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 2, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 has a mountain-shaped cross section. The outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is composed of a tent fabric portion 10, a cushion portion 20, and a frame portion 30. The cushion portion 20 is formed with a mountain-shaped cross section by combining multiple polyethylene resin knitted resin network structures. Furthermore, the tent fabric portion 10, which has water-resistant and fire-resistant properties, is placed on top of the cushion portion 20. Furthermore, a wire 32 connected to the frame portion 30 is connected to a base plate 34 formed underground. In this embodiment, the cushion layer has a generally trapezoidal mountain shape, but it may also have a generally triangular shape. Thus, the cushion portion 20 is an example of a cushion layer having a generally trapezoidal or triangular shape. In this embodiment, E-CORE® is used as the knitted resin network structure made of polyethylene resin. However, knitted resin network structures made of other synthetic resins having the same resilience and durability as E-CORE® may also be used.

[0025] Thus, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is an example of outdoor jumping play equipment that includes a cushion layer and a cover layer. Furthermore, the cushion layer with a mountain-shaped cross section makes it easy for young children and children with disabilities to climb on the outdoor jumping play equipment, and by not using an air pump or the like, it is possible to provide outdoor jumping play equipment that is low in cost both during installation and operation. Furthermore, the cushion portion 20 is an example of a mesh structure with a mountain-shaped cross section. Furthermore, the tent fabric portion 10 is an example of a fabric that is water-resistant and flame-retardant.

[0026] FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 shown in FIG. 2. The cushion portion 20 is made of a mesh structure. In this example, this mesh structure is a woven resin mesh structure made of polyethylene resin, as described above. A woven resin mesh structure made of polyethylene resin has excellent breathability, water absorption resistance, and resilience. The cushion portion 20 is configured to have a mountain-shaped cross section by combining a woven resin mesh structure having a substantially triangular cross section and a woven resin mesh structure having a substantially rectangular cross section.

[0027] In this way, because the mesh structure of the cushion layer is a knitted resin mesh structure (for example, polyethylene or polypropylene), the outdoor jumping equipment can be made breathable and have excellent resilience. Because Japan is hot and humid, using breathable materials reduces the chance of mold and mildew growth and reduces maintenance costs. In addition, the excellent resilience provides a fun experience for children playing on the outdoor jumping equipment.

[0028] Therefore, outdoor play equipment requires less cleaning because dust and raindrops from shoes and other objects fall off the slope of the mountain-shaped cross section of the outdoor jumping play equipment 1. The slope angle is preferably 2 degrees or more, more preferably 3 degrees or more, and even more preferably 4.6 degrees or more. On the other hand, a larger slope angle makes the equipment difficult to use. Therefore, the slope angle is preferably 15 degrees or less, more preferably 10 degrees or less, and even more preferably 5 degrees or less, which is considered to be suitable for wheelchairs and other vehicles for self-propelling. Thus, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is an example of a cushion layer with a slope angle of at least 3 degrees or more.

[0029] Because the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is installed outdoors, there is a possibility that raindrops may accumulate and dust may accumulate. However, because the cross section is generally trapezoidal or triangular, water droplets and dust easily fall off the outdoor jumping play equipment, thereby reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, because the slope angle is 2 degrees or more, water droplets and dust easily fall off the outdoor jumping play equipment, thereby reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, because the slope angle is 15 degrees or less, it is possible to provide outdoor jumping play equipment that is easy for children to use.

[0030] In this embodiment, the mountain-shaped cross section is generally trapezoidal, but it may also be generally triangular. Furthermore, the cushion portion 20 is constructed by combining a woven resin network structure having a generally triangular cross section (FIGS. 4, 5, and 6) with a woven resin network structure having a generally rectangular cross section. The angle of the slope of the woven resin network structure having a generally triangular cross section (FIGS. 4, 5, and 6) is 4.6 degrees. By combining three types of woven resin network structures having triangular cross sections with a generally rectangular woven resin network structure, various sizes of outdoor jumping play equipment can be produced using a small number of parts. This reduces mold costs. The thickness of the cushion portion 20 is preferably at least 100 millimeters to ensure sufficient elasticity. A cushion layer thickness of 100 millimeters or more provides sufficient rebound force for children to play on, eliminating the need for an air pump or other device, and providing an outdoor jumping play equipment with low manufacturing costs. Thus, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is an example of outdoor jumping play equipment characterized in that the thickness of the cushion layer is at least 100 mm or more.

[0031] The tent fabric portion 10 is treated with a fluororesin, which provides water resistance and fire resistance. Note that the present invention is not limited to fluororesin coatings, and other synthetic resin coatings may also be used. Because the tent fabric portion 10 is a polyester fabric coated with a synthetic resin, such as a fluororesin, it has water resistance and fire resistance. This reduces the possibility of the performance of the outdoor jumping play equipment being degraded by exposure to rain, thereby extending the product life cycle. Furthermore, the flame resistance makes it possible to provide outdoor jumping play equipment that reduces the likelihood of fire accidents and other incidents. Thus, the tent fabric portion 10 is an example of a polyester fabric with a synthetic resin-coated surface.

[0032] The frame section 30 is roughly square-shaped and made up of multiple metal frames, with the space inside filled with a plastic pallet 33. Furthermore, wires 32 connected to the lowest metal frame 41 are connected to a base plate 34. The outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is fixed in place by the weight of the metal frame 41, base plate 34, and the soil placed on top of the base plate 34. Because the frame layer is connected to the wires and the base plate installed underground, the outdoor jumping play equipment is less susceptible to the effects of strong winds. Thus, the frame section 30 is an example of a frame layer formed to cover the bottom and periphery of a cushion layer.

[0033] Furthermore, by using the base plate 34, foundation work is not required, which shortens the construction period for installing the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 and reduces labor costs, thereby reducing installation costs. In this way, the outdoor jumping play equipment 1 is an example of outdoor jumping play equipment that has a frame layer formed to cover the lower part and surrounding area of ​​the cushion layer, and the frame layer is connected to a wire part, and the wire part is connected to a base plate installed underground.

[0034] 7 is an enlarged view of another embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, a metal frame 41 is connected to a concrete foundation 44. Most outdoor play equipment up to now has been connected to a foundation, so creating a foundation can increase the sense of security. [Explanation of symbols]

[0035] 1. Outdoor jumping play equipment 10 Tent fabric section 20 Cushion part 30 Frame section 32 Wire section 33 Plastic Pallets 34 base plate 41 Metal Frame 44 Foundation concrete

Claims

1. An outdoor jumping toy including a cushion layer and a cover layer formed to cover the cushion layer, The cushion layer is a mesh structure having a mountain-shaped cross section, The cover layer is a fabric having water-resistant and flame-resistant properties, a frame layer formed to cover the lower portion and periphery of the cushion layer; The frame layer is connected to the wire portion, The wire portion is connected to a base plate installed underground.

2. The outdoor jumping play equipment according to claim 1, 1. An outdoor jumping play equipment, wherein the cross-sectional mountain shape of the cushion layer is approximately trapezoidal or approximately triangular.

3. The outdoor jumping play equipment according to claim 2, The cushion layer has a generally trapezoidal or triangular shape, and the angle of the slant of the cushion layer is at least 3 degrees.

4. The outdoor jumping play equipment according to claim 1, 1. An outdoor jumping play equipment, wherein the mesh structure of the cushion layer is a knitted resin mesh structure.

5. The outdoor jumping play equipment according to claim 1, The outdoor jumping play equipment is characterized in that the thickness of the cushion layer is at least 100 mm or more.

6. The outdoor jumping play equipment according to claim 1, The outdoor jumping play equipment is characterized in that the cover layer is made of polyester fabric with a synthetic resin coated surface.

Images