Abstract: A system of attachable walls includes first and second walls. Each such wall includes a first side having a base surface and a repeatable pattern. The repeatable pattern includes first, second, third, and fourth lateral segments. The second lateral segment includes a resilient first flange extending outward and a flexible finger extending outward. The flexible finger has a first side facing the resilient first flange, a second side, opposite the first, facing away from the resilient first flange and toward the first lateral segment, a first mating component positioned on the second side of the flexible finger, and a receptacle formed between the resilient first flange and the flexible finger. The fourth lateral segment includes a second flange extending away from the base surface of the first side. The second flange includes a second mating component positioned on a side of the second flange facing the third lateral segment.

Abstract: Building systems for creating three-dimensional structures include a plurality of polyhedral units, each unit being hingedly coupled to at least one adjacent unit, wherein the plurality of polyhedral units is arranged to be interchangeably manipulated between various forms of three-dimensional structures. The building system includes at least two types of plate-like building elements, including a single-piece element and a double-piece element that is formed of two single-piece elements arranged adjacent each other and being hingedly attached to each other at one of the edges of each of the two adjacently arranged single-piece elements.

Abstract: An interlocking toy set comprising a plurality of interlocking pieces is disclosed herein. The interlocking pieces include a planar body having a top side, a bottom side opposite the top side, and a plurality of lateral edges that extend between and interconnect the top and bottom sides. The interlocking pieces also include a plurality of interlocking flanges that extend away from each lateral edge and configured to interlock with corresponding interlocking flanges formed on a lateral edge of an adjacent interlocking piece.

Abstract: A dollhouse assembly comprising a first sidewall connected to a second sidewall connected to a bottom wall connected to the first sidewall. Each of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the bottom wall include a top end, a bottom end, a front end, a rear end, a first panel extending between the top end the bottom end, and a second panel superimposed on the first panel and extending between the top end and the bottom end. The first panel and the second panel of each of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the bottom wall cooperate to define a sheet receiving space. A sheet having a design is positioned within each of the sheet receiving spaces of each of the first sidewall, the second sidewall and the bottom wall.

Abstract: A construction blocks assembly set is provided. The construction block assembly set has a plurality of generally flat boxes which may be folded into generally cube, rectangle, prisms or other shaped boxes. The boxes may be easily folded and secured in the folded orientation (cube, prism, etc) without the need for tape or other securing devices. Openings on the boxes allow for a clip to be inserted into in order to secure multiple boxes together to form a fort, a house, a clubhouse, a storefront, a castle building or other structure.

Abstract: An adaptable luggage case includes a complete plurality of detachably connected components, including a first reduction group of components and a first reduced plurality of components that includes a second reduction group of components and second reduced plurality of components; such that the first reduced plurality of components assembles into a first reduced size luggage case, which is smaller than the adaptable luggage case; such that the second reduced plurality of components assembles into a second reduced size luggage case, which is smaller than the first reduced size luggage case.

Abstract: A balance beam game apparatus includes at least a base and at least a combining piece. A surface of the combining piece is an arc-shaped surface and another surface of the combining piece is a horizontal plane. Two ends of the combining piece are provided respectively with a locking slot at a proper location, a connecting slot is disposed above and below the base respectively, and the connecting slot can be latched with the combining piece. A wall on each of two sides of the connecting slot is provided respectively with a locking block which can be selectively latched in the locking slot of the combining piece. Therefore, by combining the abovementioned elements, a game apparatus in all kinds of combinatorial change in routes can be formed.

Abstract: Building sets including one or more blocks or planks and one or more connector clips configured to engage a thickness of the planks. Various types of planks, as well as various types of connecting clips may be provided, so as to provide open-ended building characteristics to users. Some connector clips may include a mating protrusion allowing the connector clip to be coupled to a hole or receptacle of another connector clip, or hub for connector clips, or into a hole of a plank. Such clips may be pivotable relative to the structure coupled to as a result of the mating protrusion connection. The building sets may provide proportional dimension characteristics between the planks and various connector clips, hubs, etc. One or more button connector clips may be provided with one or more panels, allowing panels to be integrated into the structural framework created with the connector clips and planks.

Abstract: A system of strongly coupled multiple Yo-Yos in series is disclosed in which very string that connects the successive Yo-Yos may be wrapped around Yo-Yos respective axles and therefore can be wound or unwound on both ends at the same time. Accordingly, both ends of the strings and their respective Yo-Yos may move with different speeds and accelerations. Yo-Yos in the system have a modular structure. The system also can be constructed with modular pieces to provide different operating modes when is set in motion. In embodiments, the Yo-Yos may be connected via the return strings. To ensure the Yo-Yo sides remain with equal length during the operation, a regulating mechanism is provided, and a regulating ring to keep the two sides of the return string in proximity, and assuring a long operation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a universal trash can spacer, a rigid spacer of particular shape designed to rest on the floor between a flip-top trash can and the wall of a building, in order to keep the can away from the wall and prevent the open lid of the can from hitting the wall and causing damage to the wall or can lid. Since flip-top trash cans come in many sizes and shapes (square, rectangular round, oval, etc.), the spacer device may be able to accommodate any and all such cans.

Abstract: A building structure (100) is erected on a concrete slab (105). The structure comprises a rigid beam-and-post frame (110) and a plurality of wall and roof panels (130, 145). A first end of the posts (120) of the frame are secured to the concrete slab. A beam (115) is secured to a second end of the posts. Adjacent wall and roof panels are secured to one-another by interlocking edges joined with adhesive or other fasteners. Wall panels adjacent to the posts of the frame may be secured to the posts. Roof panels are secured to the beam and wall panels. Wall panels are secured to the concrete slab by adhesive sealant (1000), angles (1005), and bolts (1010, 1015). Ceiling panels are secured to the beam by a plurality of bolts (1010), and brackets (1005, 1200). Openings (135) for windows and doors are formed in the wall panels.

Abstract: An interlocking structure is provided. The interlocking structure includes a floor panel which has a floor tab, a floor groove, and a floor tenon. A side panel includes a first side tab, a second side tab, and a side groove, wherein the side groove is removably coupled to the floor groove. A top panel has a top tab, a top groove, and a top tenon, wherein the top tab is removably coupled to the side groove and the top groove is removably coupled to the first side tab. A back panel has a back tab, a back groove, a first back mortise and a second back mortise. The first back mortise is configured to receive the floor tenon and the second back mortise is configured to receive the top tenon. A rod is removably coupled to at least one of the floor tenon and the top tenon.

Abstract: Enclosures and panels for forming such enclosures can include a first edge having a front side and a rear side, each side having a first portion of a fastening medium thereon, and a second edge having first and second flaps, each flap having an inner surface with a second portion of the fastening medium thereon. The flaps of a first panel can engaged with the front and rear sides of an adjacent panel, and similarly, any number of adjacent panels can be engaged in this manner to form a sealed enclosure, usable for maintaining a pressure differential between the interior and exterior thereof.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to multi-dimensional puzzles for teaching, entertainment, and construction. One embodiment of the invention comprises two forms, one planar and one non-planar, which comprise a plurality of protrusions and recesses. These forms may be assembled by selectively interconnecting the various protrusions and recesses to create multi-dimensional shapes such as a cube, cylinder, and sphere among many other possibilities.

Abstract: A shelf with interlayers may include a shelf made by a plurality of connectors and panels, wherein both sides of the panel has at least one connecting portion and connecting unit, and connecting unit has a connecting groove corresponding to the panel, and the connecting groove is configured to engage with auxiliary panels to increase the variability of using an inner space of the shelf.

Abstract: A grooved supporting member for assisting in the construction of a card structure is provided. Specifically, the grooved supporting member provides support for the beginning foundational planar stackable members. The grooved supporting member includes a planar base member, top surface, bottom surface, at least one edge, and at least one groove. Preferably, the groove is cut completely through the planar base member and provides lateral support for a planar stackable member. In the preferred embodiment, the grooved supporting member has four edges and four grooves, thus providing support for four planar stackable members to create the cell of a card structure. The user may employ one or more of the grooved supporting members of the present invention in a card structure. Further disclosed is a kit including a grooved supporting member of the present invention and a plurality of stackable planar members.

Abstract: A play board set is provided for mounting to a wall, expanding from a storage position, and providing interchangeable background themes and play items to enhance creative interactive play. The set includes a main panel having a magnetic front face and a rear face configured for coupling to a support surface. A pair of secondary panels is pivotally coupled to the main panel. Each secondary panel has a magnetic front face and a magnetic rear face. A plurality of decorative attachments is provided. Each decorative attachment is selectively positionable on the front face of the main panel and the front or rear face of each secondary panel.

Abstract: A folding toy figurine includes a lid formed from a flat foldable stock and has a top wall and side walls when it is folded into erect position. The toy also has a box component which is formed from flat foldable stock which, when folded into erect position, has a bottom wall, walls and a hollow interior. At least one of side walls has a small slot therein and a lid fitting snugly over the box component to form a hollow box. The toy has parts that are loosely held inside the box. At least one of the parts is removable from the interior of the box and insertable into said small slot in side wall, from the exterior thereof. The invention also provides a method of making parts with boundaries for insertion into slots.

Abstract: A construction block includes a pair of base members and a pair of side wall assemblies. Each base member defines first and second upper channels and comprises a first plurality of ribs positioned within the first upper channel and a second plurality of ribs positioned within the second upper channel. Each side wall assembly defines a hollow load chamber having an open top and an open bottom and includes a plurality of hingedly interconnected panels, each including a thermoplastic material. A first side wall assembly is releasably engaged with at least some of the first plurality of ribs of a lower one of the base members, and a second side wall assembly is releasably engaged with at least some of the second plurality of ribs of the lower one of the base members. Each side wall assembly is releasably engaged with an upper one of the base members.

Abstract: A construction block is provided that includes at least one base member that includes a plurality of lower side wall receptacles. The construction block further includes a plurality of side wall assemblies. Each of the side wall assemblies includes a plurality of interconnected panels. Each of the panels is hingedly connected to each adjacent one of the panels of the respective one of the side wall assemblies. Each of the side wall assemblies defines a hollow load chamber having an open top and an open bottom. At least some of the panels of each of the side wall assemblies are angled relative to one another. Each of the lower side wall receptacles receives one of the side wall assemblies.

Abstract: A construction block is provided that includes at least one base member that includes a plurality of lower side wall receptacles. The construction block further includes a plurality of side wall assemblies. Each of the side wall assemblies includes a plurality of interconnected panels. Each of the panels is hingedly connected to each adjacent one of the panels of the respective one of the side wall assemblies. Each of the side wall assemblies defines a hollow load chamber having an open top and an open bottom. At least some of the panels of each of the side wall assemblies are angled relative to one another. Each of the lower side wall receptacles receives one of the side wall assemblies.

Abstract: A convex polyhedron is formed from planar polygonal members, wherein aligned sides of adjacent abutting polygonal members meet to form edges of the polyhedron. A flexible polycarbonate plastic joining tab fits into slots in the centers of sides of adjacent polygonal members to enable adjustment of the dihedral angle between the adjacent polygonal members. A supplemental source of support such as hook and loop strips are used to fasten joined polygonal members securely in place at a desired alignment and dihedral angle. The polygonal members have mirrored interior faces which impart infinite internal reflections within an interior of the polyhedron, wherein one of the polygonal members is a two-way transparent mirror serving as a viewport, allowing a user to see into the infinitely-reflective interior of the polyhedron.

Abstract: A modular construction system that utilizes versatile construction components releasably attachable to one another, in virtually any desired direction, by use of one or more interconnect components positioned therebetween. Each construction component includes at least two inventive connective surfaces with a receiving region therein, while each interconnect component includes at least one coupling surface comprising multiple coupling elements capable of releasable frictional engagement with at least a portion of one or more receiving regions.

Abstract: A building structure (10 or 10?) has a wall (16) including a plurality of wall elements (12 or 12?). Each wall element is connected to a plurality of other wall elements so as to form the wall. Each wall element includes a connecting means for connecting the adjacent wall elements together to form the wall. The wall is formed at least three consecutively connected rings (15 or 15 and 17) of interlocking wall elements. Each of the wall elements in each ring being of the same size. Each of the wall elements in a first ring of the consecutively connecting rings being larger than the wall elements of a second ring of the consecutively connected rings and each of the elements in the second ring being larger than the wall elements of a third ring of the consecutively connected rings.

Abstract: Floor element (1), which is mainly in the form of a board with triangular, quadratic, rectangular, rhomboidal or polygonal shape as seen from above. The floor element (1) is provided with edges (2), a lower side (7) and a decorative upper layer (3). The floor elements (1), which are intended to be joined via tongue and groove are on at least two opposite edges (2), preferably on all edges (2) provided with holes (4). The holes (4) extends inwards from the edge (2) mainly parallel to the decorative upper layer (3). The holes (4) are arranged on a predetermined distance from the decorative upper layer (3) and on a predetermined distance from a closest corner between two adjacent edges (2), whereby the holes (4) are intended to receive each one part of a guiding means (6).

Abstract: A light-weight, portable display system which includes plural, hollow, plastic panels having uniquely contoured corners. The panels may be of flat or curved configuration. Most of the plastic panels are fabricated to present smooth front and rear faces. However, some panels are made with at least one slotted face for supporting shelves therein. Straight plastic connector components are designed to accept the corners of the panels, thereby connecting the panels in a manner to form a display area. Hinged plastic connectors are provided so that adjacent panels may be arranged at angles ranging from ninety to one hundred eighty degrees.

Abstract: A system of interconnectable construction elements created from molded plastic, and which include planar and cylindrical strut members of varying lengths and thicknesses which can be coupled together and to various construction elements of varying geometries, wherein the construction elements are capable of movement such as pivoting relative to an attached construction element, wherein cylindrical struts include regularly spaced ball structures and regularly spaced gaps therebetween, and wherein the planar and cylindrical struts include a variety of attaching means disposed on the ends thereof that are capable of coupling with complementary structures to thereby form a variety of models, shapes, patterns or designs.

Abstract: A storage assembly has a plurality of panels that are assembled to form a plurality of storage spaces, a plurality of connectors for coupling adjacent panels to form the plurality of storage spaces, and at least one tray positioned inside one of the storage spaces. Each connector has a generally circular body having a plurality of spaced-apart scalloped regions, with a recess provided at each of the locations of the scalloped regions. The storage system includes a caster having a wheel and a caster frame. The caster frame has a body, a bore provided therethrough for receiving the wheel, and at least two spaced-apart passages formed in the circumference of the body.

Abstract: A building block toy set having flat plate elements containing semi-circular recesses located along the periphery thereof. The flat plate elements are interconnected utilizing various configurations of interconnection elements that are received within the recesses. The flat plate elements may have various geometric shapes such as triangles, squares and rectangles. The multi-configured interconnection elements allow for numerous plate element interactions, which enable the creation of a large variety of structures.

Abstract: A geometric construction system includes at least two substantially flat panels and at least a connecting rod. Each panel has a frame piece and a pair of cover sheets. The frame piece has side walls with side edges, each of which has a basin section, and further has an inner face defining a central opening. The inner face is formed with a flange that cooperates with the inner face to define a pair of retaining grooves. The connecting rod has at least two interconnected connecting portions, each of which is complementary to and is received in the basin section. The cover sheets are respectively and fittingly received in the retaining grooves.

Abstract: A geometric construction system includes at least two substantially flat panels and at least a connecting rod. Each panel has a plurality of side edges, each of which has two opposite end sections and a basin section that extends between and inwardly relative to the end sections and that has two opposite end faces. The connecting rod has at least two interconnected connecting portions, each of which is complementary to and is received in the basin section. Each connecting portion has two opposite ends respectively pivoted on the end faces so as to permit each panel to be freely turnable about an axis. At least two toothed wheel members are respectively and rotatably mounted on said panels, and mesh with each other.

Abstract: The invention provides a container (10) for separately containing a first flowable material (15) and a second flowable material (17) until mixing of the first and second flowable materials is desired comprising: (i) a first chamber (13) containing the first flowable material and having a first head space (14) comprising gas at a pressure greater than or equal; to atmospheric pressure; (ii) a second chamber (16) containing the second chamber (16) containing the second flowable material, the second flowable material containing gas, and optionally, the second chamber comprising a second head space (18) containing gas at a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure; (iii) means for reducing the pressure in the first chamber; (iv) means (20) for transferring gas between the first and second chambers; and (v) means for transferring the second flowable material into the first flowable material when the pressure in the first chamber is reduced.

Abstract: The invention discloses a toy brick game having at least two toy bricks and at least one connector for connecting the above at least two toy bricks together. The toy bricks can be one of a variety of geometrical shapes but have at least three side edges. Each side edge has a notch and two cylindrical stubs formed on the surface defining the notch. The connector can connect two or more toy bricks together by engaging a slit defined in a pole thereof with the cylindrical stub. The engagement is not only easily achieved and strong enough to allow robust models to be constructed, it also allows one toy brick to be able to rotate in two directions with respect to another toy brick connected thereto by the connector thus providing the user interest and pleasure.

Abstract: An expandable and changeable playset building system with at least one retained playset member, which may comprise a resiliently compressible panel, and at least one squeeze connector, which may be formed from a pair of opposed gripping surfaces, for selectively retaining the retained playset member by frictional engagement. An interactive base connector unit can be provided that simulates a structure, such as a bridge, a tree, a fence, a merry-go-round, or a parking gate, in miniature and in three dimensions. A plurality of squeeze connectors can be coupled to the interactive base connector unit for retaining a plurality of retained playset members. Also, first and second squeeze connectors could be rotatably coupled together. Further, a plurality of squeeze connectors with a plurality of different orientations could be fixedly joined to form a fixed universal connector.

Abstract: A modular building model is provided. The modular building model includes a base and a lower level module disposed on and engaged with the base. An upper level module is disposed on and engaged with the lower level module. The base includes a releasable securing mechanism that secured the upper level module to the lower level module. The releasable securing mechanism permits easy assembly and disassembly of the model for travelling and storage purposes, and variation of mold buildings.

Abstract: There is disclosed a space accessory for forming a three-dimensional ornamental pattern. The space accessory includes a rotating center, necessary disk supports disposed along the rotating center and a predetermined number of vanes each having a design shape or pattern, said vanes being of the same shape, thickness and mass and fixed to the disk support for balanced rotation with a natural air current. For changes in the ornamental pattern of the space accessory there are only need in changes in the design or pattern of the vanes.

Abstract: A card game in which cards can be readily assembled and disassembled from a wide variety of three dimensional structures. The game includes card holders which enable cards to be assembled into a structure with card extending along several axes normal to one another and with a plurality of cards extending vertically upward from a support surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a block assembly including plane blocks and joint blocks made from a specified synthetic resin which is readily assembled into any shape such as a plane body or a solid body with a close resemblance to a model body and also readily decomposed, and a decoration prepared by impregnation of the block assembly with a specified solvent for the necessary time for solidification.

Abstract: A transformable geometric construction set composed of triangular modules having different geometrical forms and sizes, the modules being interlinkable to create a planar mosaic that is transformable by a player into three-dimensional abstract or figurative structures having ornamental and/or utilitarian value. Each module is constituted by a triangular plate having slotted edges that define three side tines, each extending from a respective vertex. Interhinging of adjacent modules is effected by a coupling sleeve fitting over abutting tines of the modules whereby the modules can then be angled with respect to each other. Two adjacent modules may also be interconnected by intermeshing the abutting side tines of these modules.

Abstract: A mountable toy for children comprising four modular facade parts (1) and two modular roof parts (2) of a moulded material, the parts (1) making contact through their upright sides, at joints (24) on either side of which there are holes (5) facing holes (4) in plates (3) lying over the joints (24). Parts (2) have holes (11) matching holes (10) at the ends of strips (9) which cross over the resulting joint (23). Parts (1) are provided with spherical heads (14) at their top which are housed in cavities (15) in parts (2), establishing a connection between the facade and the roof structures. The facade parts and roof parts embody a particular configuration which resembles a caricature, such as a mushroom.

Abstract: A geometric construction toy set composed of triangular modules having different geometrical forms and sizes, the modules being interlinkable to create a planar mosaic that is transformable by a player into three-dimensional abstract or figurative structures. Each module is constituted by a triangular plate having slotted edges that define three side tines, each extending from a respective vertex. Interhinging of adjacent modules is effected by a coupling sleeve fitting over abutting tines of the modules whereby the modules can then be angled with respect to each other. Two adjacent modules may also be interconnected by intermeshing the abutting side tines of these modules.

Abstract: A portable fence panel for use on a support surface includes a rectangular frame member having a pair of side frame portions and a top and bottom frame portion. The frame portions have an outer and inner surface defining an aperture through the frame member. The panel includes crossmembers in the frame aperture for restricting passage therethrough. One of the side frame portions has at least one first connector portion extending therefrom defining a connector surface and having at least one aperture therethrough. The panel also includes at least one second connector portion extending from the other side frame portion having a connector surface which is substantially coplanar with the connector surface of the first connector portion. The second connector portions extend in a direction opposite the first connector portion and have at least one aperture therethrough. The panel also includes supports extending from the bottom frame portion.

Abstract: Apparatus for constructing a variety of structures from a limited number of different components includes at least two generally planar members (10, 11, 12; 25), each having along at least one edge an elongate socket (13) formed from two aligned, spaced-apart sections ( 14, 15 ) , and at least one connector (18; 27) including a pair of cylindrical rods (19, 20; 29, 30 ) held in laterally-spaced relationship, the diameters of the rods being such as to provide a close fit within a socket (13).

Abstract: An assortment of clamps, for use by a child to clamp panels of scrap corrugated panel, to make free standing play structures. The clamps are extrusions of high density polysterene, incorporating flexible legs, that form a U-shaped panel receiving section. Each clamp has a panel insertion guide, an elastic deformation gripping section, and a crush deformation gripping section. The clamps are designed to be easy for a child to insert a corrugated panel.

Abstract: A block assembly is formed by assembling regular polygonal block plates and columnar joint blocks together. Each regular polygonal block plate has a coupling socket in each side surface thereof. Each joint block, which is brought into contact with one side surface of the block plate, is provided on at least two of its side faces with plugs adapted to detachably fit in the sockets formed in the block plate.

Abstract: A geometric toy construction system has a multiplicity of flat, regular polygonal construction panels interengageable edge-to-edge by means of shared but separate intervening cylindrical axles positioned parallel to the edges of the panels and attached thereon, thereby enabling the building of two- and three-dimensional constructions. One axle enables up to six panels to be snap-fit into position about the axis of their commonly shared axle.

Abstract: A playhouse structure arranged to include a front and rear wall in a parallel orientation relative to one another, having first and second end walls. The first and second end walls are hingedly mounted intermediate their width and are hingedly mounted at each of their sides to the associated front and rear walls to permit projection of the first and second end walls intermediate the front and rear walls, with the roof structure having first and second roof plates hingedly mounted to the front and rear walls respectively and to one another. A modification of the invention includes crown trusses having projections projected through the roof plates and into one of the end walls to provide for a rigid structure.

Abstract: A cardboard toy or the like formed from a pattern in-the-flat and method. The pattern includes a plurality of panels each defined by a combination of straight fold lines and edges. Adjacent and parallel to each edge is an elongated slot defining a flap or tab between the slot and edge and arranged such that, when the pattern is folded into the configuration of the toy, opposing pairs of flaps and spaced slots are brought together. A length of one sided adhesive tape is then passed through the slots and around the mating flaps and adhered to form a tight retaining band securing each connection.

Abstract: A flying projectile toy having an individual flying unit that is connectable to an adjacent individual flying unit, or plurality of units, to form a combined structure. Each individual unit has a top wall with an off-center hole therein, sloped side walls extending downwards from the top wall and abutment wall extending directly downwards from the sloped side walls. The top wall, side walls, and abutment walls define the airfoil shape for the individual flying unit. To enhance the flight characteristics of the individual flying unit, the abutment walls have a greater thickness than the top wall and side walls, and stepped ridges are formed on the side walls.

Abstract: A construction apparatus has a plurality of relatively flat components (8,50,56,88,90) having at least three sides, an elongated rod-like member (25,52) extending along each side and enlarged corner portions (26,54) between the members. A plurality of connectors (6) is provided for connecting together adjacent sides of adjacent members to form structures. Each connector has a pair of recesses (62,64) shaped to releasably embrace adjacent pairs of members (25,52). The recesses of each connector open outwardly in a common direction so connectors may be positioned on pairs of members without altering previously formed portions of the structure.