Surface skimming toy
US5364299A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H18/002
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A surface skimming toy defines a generally planar base having a flat under surface. An upwardly extending fin is joined to the upper surface of the base member. In one embodiment, a lightweight aesthetically appealing body portion is supported upon the upper surface. In still further alternate embodiments, a pair of elongated upwardly extending side fins are secured to the upper surface of the planar base. The surface skimming toy is launched in close proximity to a smooth extended surface and assumes a skimming travel in close spacing to the surface while being supported upon an extremely thin layer of air flowing beneath the under surface of the skimming toy. In a further embodiment, the generally planar base defines a slightly convex curved surface and in another, a dual faceted surface forming a transverse crown portion. In a still further embodiment, a weight is supported proximate the leading edge of the body for stability of travel.
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