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Modular construction system and method of constructing toy structures

US6966813B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 14, 2003
Grant dateNov 22, 2005
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 14, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/44
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A construction system and method of constructing is disclosed. The construction system includes a substantially spherical hub and linear member attached to the substantially spherical hub to construct a variety of structures. The method of constructing a structure utilizing a plurality of substantially spherical hubs and linear members includes inserting the linear members into the substantially spherical hubs and rotating them to lock them securely in place.

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