Suction wall climbing toy with articulated body segments
US8371898B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H11/18
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A suction toy assembly and its method of operation. The suction toy assembly has a chassis. The chassis has a front end, a rear end, side surfaces and a base plate. A fan opening is formed through the base plate. A motorized fan is mounted to draw air through the fan opening from the surrounding area. This creates a low pressure condition under the base. A drive wheel is used to propel the assembly. A linkage element is coupled to the drive wheel. At least one extraneous element is provided that protrudes outwardly away from the chassis as a cantilever. The extraneous elements are articulated by movements of the linkage element when the drive wheel rotates, or the chassis moves. Appendages may be mounted on a flexible member to allow for the illusion of climbing.
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