Magnetized toy with removable appendages
US4176492A · kind A · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1977 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H3/16
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An articulated magnetized toy having removable appendages is provided for young children. A body member can be subjectively configured to simulate the body of a humanoid, animal, vehicle, etc. The body member contains at least one magnet and armature plates for removably retaining one or more articulated appendages. Preferably, the side surfaces of the body member are flat and parallel. An articulated appendage has a U-shaped configuration which includes a base member and pair of upright members extending on either side of the housing member. The upright members can be configured and positioned on the body member to represent legs or arms. A spherical joint is mounted on the base member for interconnection with arcuate joints on the armature plates.
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