Patent · US Expired

Animated toy box

US4200197A · kind A · utility

101Cited by
5References
3Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 2, 1979
Grant dateApr 29, 1980
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 2, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65F2230/108
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A toy storage apparatus having a decorative outer surface designed to appear as an animate object. The apparatus is adapted for operation by a child and includes a hollow body of substantial volume for holding toys, and a top or cover pivotally mounted on the body resembling the head of an animal. A foot pedal which is designed to appear as the foot of an animal is connected through linkage to open the cover exposing the upper end of the hollow body to receive toys.

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