Method and apparatus for launching action figures
US8808054B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 28, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 16, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H33/42
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In one embodiment, an action piece for a toy play set is provided, the action piece being configured to have at least three separate engagement features configured to retain and subsequently release a portion of an action figure. In another embodiment a play set is provided, the play set having: a ring structure, at least one action figure and an action piece for securement to a portion of the ring structure. In still another embodiment, a method of launching an action figure from a play set in order to cause the action figure to fly through the air in a predetermined fashion is provided.
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