Toy Rotor Launch Capsule with Interlocking Segmented Parts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing toys with flywheels lack variation and safety features, as they often result in figures being ejected from the capsule during rotor launch due to inadequate locking mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
A toy design featuring a separable capsule with interlocking parts that require assembly to transfer momentum to the rotor, incorporating a bayonet-style locking mechanism and actuator mechanism to ensure the capsule remains secured during launch, preventing unintended separation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the capsule is made as a single integrated part, then the structure is simpler, but the figure can be flung out during rotor launch causing safety issues
Solution Approach 1:
The capsule is divided into two separable capsule parts that can be opened when the rotor and capsule are separated, but must be closed and interconnected for the rotor to be launched. This segmentation allows the capsule to be opened for safety after launch while requiring it to be closed during launch to contain the figure.
2Ease of operation
If the capsule parts can be opened easily, then the ease of operation is improved, but the capsule may open unintentionally during launch
Solution Approach 1:
A locking mechanism is provided that automatically locks the capsule parts together when they are connected to each other. This preliminary locking action ensures the capsule remains securely closed during the rotor launch before any intentional opening occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism is designed to lock in a specific direction (equal to the direction of rotation of the rotor) and maintains the capsule parts interconnected during rotation. The dynamic locking ensures unintended separation is prevented while allowing controlled opening when needed.
3Power
If the actuator mechanism is directly connected to the rotor, then the momentum transfer is more direct, but the capsule must be assembled to enable safe momentum transfer
Solution Approach 1:
The actuator mechanism is configured to cooperate with a launch element and serves as an intermediary between the actuator means and the rotor. The actuator mechanism receives momentum from the actuator means and conveys it to the rotor, enabling controlled and safe momentum transfer only when the capsule is properly assembled.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances safety and variation by ensuring the capsule and figure remain intact during rotor launch, with the locking mechanism preventing unintentional separation and allowing for secure internal coupling and visibility through transparent materials.
Implementation Method 1
the actuator means is configured for engaging with the actuator mechanism to transfer a momentum to the rotor, whereby the rotor can rotate and be launched from the launch element
Implementation Method 2
the rotor creates, by rotation, a lift, thereby enabling it to lift itself off the launch device
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AI summary
A toy (10) comprising a rotor (20) and a centrally arranged capsule (30), wherein the capsule comprises an actuator mechanism (33) that is configured to cooperate with a launch element (40) and an actuator means (50), wherein the actuator means is configured for engaging with the actuator mechanism (33) to transfer a momentum to the rotor (20), whereby the rotor can rotate and be launched from the launch element (40), wherein the capsule (30) is a separate part relative to the rotor, and the capsule (30) comprises at least two capsule parts (31, 32) whereby the two capsule parts can be opened when the rotor and the capsule are separated, and wherein rotor (20), capsule (30) and actuator mechanism (33) are connected to each other to the effect that the momentum from the actuator means (50) is transferred to the actuator mechanism (33) that conveys the momentum on from the capsule (30) to the rotor (20), when the at least to capsule parts (31, 32) are closed.