UA123302C2 - TOY MAGNETIC RINGS "FIN-GEARS" - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention belongs to logic puzzle games and is intended for the development of players' logical and mathematical thinking, spatial imagination, color perception, intelligence, and can also be used to develop fine motor skills. Toy magnetic rings include at least one game element in the form of a ring, which is a composite structure and includes two side covers, an even number of permanent magnets and a sleeve, with permanent magnets installed in the side covers with alternating polarity, and the sleeve is rotatable in cylindrical holes in the side covers. 2

Description

The invention belongs to logic puzzle games and is intended for the development of players' logical and mathematical thinking, spatial imagination, color perception, cleverness, and can also be used for the development of fine motor skills.

A set of plastic gears with magnets is known, which allow you to create arbitrary gears. At the same time, a small electric motor is inserted into the largest gear. When you press the gear with your hand, the whole circuit starts to rotate and it is possible to control the speed of rotation.

The specified voluminous logical toy-puzzle has insufficient reliability, and also does not arouse sufficient interest in children.

Also known is a three-dimensional logical puzzle toy, which includes a game element in the form of a disc, which additionally contains n discs, where n-1, 2, 3, 4,..., installed concentrically, on the inner end surface of each additional disc circle, a groove is made, on which recesses are made at certain equal intervals, which in cross-section have the shape of a quarter circle, and side limiters are made on the opposite sides along the entire groove, the outer end surfaces of each inner disc have two diametrically opposite directional cylindrical castings, perpendicular to the end surfaces of the disc , in which two cylindrical recesses are made, where elastic inserts are placed, on which the balls rest (FA Me115589 C2, IPC:

AbZE 9/08, printed. 27.11.2017.

The mentioned voluminous logical puzzle toy has a complex design, which causes its low manufacturing processability and insufficient reliability, and also does not arouse sufficient interest in children.

This is explained by the fact that such a puzzle toy has various structural elements that differ from each other in geometric shapes. The H-shaped prisms of the central part and the elongated spheres of the game elements, which are adjacent to the central part, are connected to each other by means of -shaped recesses and T-shaped extensions. Taking into account the fact that the diameter of such puzzles usually does not exceed 120 mm, the structural elements are quite small. At the same time, the presence of recesses and extensions of various types on the structural elements requires very high accuracy of their manufacture. At the slightest deviation from

Game elements can be jammed from the required dimensions. In addition, the puzzle lacks interest because the game elements can only be moved relative to two coordinate axes (X and Y).

The closest thing to the claimed invention is a spinner - an anti-stress toy. In the center of the spinner is a metal or ceramic bearing, on the sides there are several blades/wings or weights. The toy is made of various materials, such as brass, stainless steel, titanium, copper and plastic. The material and design of the bearings affects the rotation time, the type of vibration and noise, creating a unique sensory feedback (US patent Mo 5591062, IPC

AbZN1I/00, print.07.01.20141.

This toy is not interesting enough, because the game elements can be moved only relative to two coordinate axes (X and M). In addition, the toy distracts rather than helps concentration.

The basis of the invention is the task of improving the toy due to the expansion of functional capabilities, increasing the manufacturability of manufacturing and reliability.

The problem is solved by the fact that in the toy magnetic rings, which includes at least one game element in the form of a ring, according to the invention, the game element is made in the form of a folded structure and includes two side covers, an even number of permanent magnets and a sleeve, while the permanent magnets are fixed in the side covers with alternating polarity, and the sleeve is installed with the possibility of rotation in the cylindrical holes of the side covers.

In addition, the magnetic ring toy can additionally have a ring gasket, which is installed between the side covers and on the inner surface of which there are recesses with the contour of the corresponding permanent magnets.

The number of pairs of permanent magnets can be at least three.

The stated technical solution allows you to expand the functionality of the toy as such, as it promotes the development of children's logical and mathematical thinking, spatial imagination, color perception, cleverness, and can also be used to develop fine motor skills. At the same time, the formation of dynamic figures based on the connection and disconnection of the links of a chain of magnetic rings is the basic difference of this designer. In fact, this is dynamic shaping.

The invention is explained with illustrations. because in Fig. 1 shows a general view of a game element in the form of a ring;

in Fig. 2 - game element with scattered parts; in Fig. C - game element without one side cover; in Fig. 4 - section of the game element; in Fig. 5-12 - examples of the use of toy magnetic rings.

The magnetic ring toy "FIN-GEARS" includes at least one game element, which consists of two side covers 1, an even number of permanent magnets 2, a ring gasket

C and bushings 4. At the same time, permanent magnets 2 are fixed in the side covers 1 with alternating polarity, and the bushing 4 is installed with the possibility of rotation in the cylindrical holes of the side covers 1. The number of pairs of permanent magnets 2 is at least three, since the more magnets, the the rolling of the rings on the surface of another ring occurs more smoothly.

The basic set consists of three rings, but there may be variants with different numbers of rings. You can add any number of rings to the basic set.

The assembly of the ring is carried out as follows.

To assemble one ring, you need to take one side cover 1 and fasten magnets 2 in it.

After that, the gasket 3 is put on the permanent magnets 2, the sleeve 4 is inserted and the second side cover 1 is fixed.

Magnets 2 are inserted with alternating polarity. For example, one magnet 2 is placed as the north pole (M), the next magnet 2 is the south pole (5), the third magnet 2 is again the north pole (M), etc. There should always be an even number of magnets 2. This is necessary so that three or more rings can be attracted to each other in any order.

Use of the "FIN-GEARS" magnetic ring toy is as follows.

The ring is put on the finger. At the same time, when rotating the ring around the finger, the sleeve 4 remains stationary, while the other part of the ring rotates - the side covers 1 with pressed-in magnets 2 and the gasket 3. The rotation of the ring around the finger occurs primarily due to the location of the magnets, and the sleeve in the middle makes an additional the ability to rotate around the finger, which softens the rotation and allows you to do many additional tricks.

The "FIN-GEARS" magnetic ring toy can be made of various materials: plastic, metal, wood, ceramics, glass or a combination of these materials. The basic appearance of the rings is as follows: caps 1 of the same color and/or material, while sleeve 4 and gasket C

From a different color and/or material. However, monochrome and/or monomaterial options are also allowed.

The distribution of the poles of magnets 2 by transversely interchangeable poles 5 and M allow the rings to effectively engage and roll by touching the surfaces at one point at the same time.

The even number of magnets 2 with the arrangement of interchangeable poles allows the rings to make a complete revolution around another ring of the same type.

Placing the poles of magnets 2 on the circumference of the ring with the same step allows you to use rings of different sizes, which, in turn, allows you to perform a game interaction of three or more rings. The specified arrangement of the poles of magnets 2 allows you to support one ring between two others, as well as to roll without stopping one ring to another and around each other. In addition, it is possible to roll without stopping one ring around the other clockwise, without stopping to transfer rotation to the next ring in the opposite direction - against the time arrow and allows you to start and stop the transition from one ring to another. The specified arrangement of the poles of magnets 2 also allows you to spin one ring with the help of another ring, while the rings do not touch each other and allow you to effectively spin the rings at a fairly small distance from each other, and also allows you to use magnetic pucks in a number of board games, launch rings in others for the purpose of coupling or vice versa.

An additional element - bushing 4 inside the ring creates an additional opportunity to rotate one ring around another, staying at one point. This sleeve 4, together with the structure of the magnets 2 of the ring, significantly increases the gaming possibilities of the rings and the number of tricks that can be done with them.

It is also important that the poles of magnets 2 are indicated, and not just magnets 2. Since there can be many magnets 2, there can be one magnet 2 - multipolar. It can be from multipolar - horseshoe-shaped magnets. There can be a gear-shaped magnet 2. | even oval. It's all unimportant. It is important that the number of poles is even, and the arrangement is alternating. The pitch of the poles is the same.

The following options for using the toy are possible: "FIN-GEARS" magnetic rings.

The first method of user interaction with magnetic rings is a fidget, an anti-stress toy. because Magnetic rings can be turned in the hands, sorted with fingers.

The second method of user interaction with magnetic rings is tricks (shown in Fig. 5-8).

Users can perform various tricks using magnetic rings. There are basic tricks that can be performed with a set of three rings. Also, users can complement and invent their own tricks with three or more rings.

The third way of user interaction with magnetic rings is board games (shown in Fig. 9-11). There are basic games, but users can also invent their own board games.

The fourth type of user interaction with magnetic rings is a magnetic designer (shown in Fig. 12). You can connect magnetic rings, thus building various shapes and designs.

Examples of use.

Example 1 (Fig. 5).

Two rings are on the index and middle fingers, one ring is free. The loose ring is pushed by the thumb and thus rolls over the ring that you put on the index finger.

Example 2 (Fig. 6).

Two rings are on the index and ring fingers, one ring is free. The loose ring is pushed by the thumb and thus rolls over the ring that you put on the index finger. Next, the middle finger pushes the free ring between the rings on the index and middle fingers. As a result, the free ring is in the initial position. But the thumb is already above the free ring. The next movement - the thumb pushes the free ring down, as a result of which it rolls over the ring, which you put on the ring finger. Then the movement is repeated when the middle finger pushes the free ring between the other two.

The cycle closes.

Example C (Fig. 7).

One of the rings is on the index finger, the other two are free. The thumb presses between the two free rings, thus separating them. In turn, the free rings roll to meet each other on the ring put on the index finger to finally connect.

Example 4 (Fig. 8).

From the Ring in the palm, the index finger and thumb go through them. The rings are held in the palm of one another in a joined state. Two rings are clamped between the palm and three fingers (pinky, ring and middle). The third free ring rotates with two other fingers (index and thumb) around the conventional axis formed by three rings placed one on top of the other.

Example 5 (Fig. 9).

TRACK. Track can be played with any number of people, starting with one player.

On a smooth, flat surface, rings are laid out in two rows at a certain distance from each other.

The more rings in a row, as well as the smaller the distance between rows, the more difficult the game becomes.

The point of the game is to push the "ball-ring" between two rows of rings in such a way that it does not get into their magnetic field and does not attract the rings from these rows. The winner is the one who "magnetized" the fewest rings to the "battle ring".

Example 6 (Fig. 10)

HOCKEY. This game is also designed for one or more players. The point of the game is to push one ring between two others on a smooth, flat surface and avoid being affected by their magnetic field. A "ball ring" can be any of the three rings. Thus, players can implement different strategies that will help them win in this game. The winner is the one who magnetizes the fewest rings in an equal number of pushes.

Example 7 (Fig. 11)

Billiards. The rings are laid out on a flat surface in a triangle similar to the initial position of the layers in billiards. At the same time, they are not connected to each other. The number of rings is from three to six.

The distance between the rings from any ring to the nearest ring is approximately 5 cm. Having one ring, the cue ball is struck parallel to the surface from a distance of approximately 30 cm. The player's task is to glue all the rings together, leaving the ball free. If the bat sticks, the player loses. With certain hits, the ring does not have time to become magnetized and bounces off the ball, having the opportunity to stick to another, this game is based on this effect.

The "FIN-GEARS" magnetic ring toy allows you to expand the functionality of the toy as such, as it allows you to make and feel interesting and diverse movements with your limbs and play various tricks. All of them are based on the principle that three magnetic rings form a chain, a conventional triangle, and individual links in a different sequence.

There are many different ways to transform a conventional triangle into a chain and back, which allow you to make and feel interesting and varied movements with your limbs.

At the same time, each of the links of this chain can be alternately separate and connected to others, rotate around each link and around several links, and rotate around the magnetic connection point without breaking the connection. Also, each link can rotate around itself and rotate another part of the magnetic circuit thanks to the bushing in the center of each link.

Thus, the formation of dynamic figures based on the connection and disconnection of the links of the chain of magnetic rings is the basic difference of this designer.

Claims (3)

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