Abstract: A rotatable entertainment device includes a mobile arm rotatably coupled to the entertainment device, and a motion translation device coupled to the entertainment device and the mobile arm to convert an oscillatory motion of the entertainment device into a rotational motion of the mobile arm. The entertainment device is mountable to an oscillating device (e.g., a swing) that conveys the oscillatory motion from the oscillating device to the entertainment device.

Abstract: A hula-hoop is disclosed to include a hula-hoop body that is formed of two symmetrical halves that can be collapsed when not in use or locked in shape when in use, a plurality of sliding members respectively coupled to and movable along the periphery of the hula-hoop body, and weights selectively mounted in the sliding members.

Abstract: A toroidally shaped hoop such as a hula hoop or juggling ring has a plurality of independently powered and motion-activated lights spaced around a periphery of the hoop. Rotation of the hoop causes the lights to energize and illuminate.

Abstract: During play, a toy is rotated in a horizontal circular path about a player's ankle. The toy includes a collar and a housing connected to the collar by a tether. During play, the housing rotates about the player's ankle, while the player simultaneously hops or skips the tether. The housing contains a ribbon that is extendable from the housing to any one of a selected number of lengths. The length of the ribbon extended from the housing is directly proportional to a difficulty level of playing with the skipping toy in the manner described above. That is, the longer the ribbon, the faster a player must rotate the toy to avoid contact between the ribbon and a ground or playing surface. The ribbon may be automatically or manually retracted when the player wishes to do so.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a shaft, a rotation disk, a weight, two connecting members, two handles, two fixing members, and two pull cords. Thus, each of the two pull cords is attached to or removed from a respective one of the two fixing members, and one of the two handles is mounted on or removed from the shaft, so that the exercising device has multiple exercising functions, thereby enhancing the exercising effect of the exercising device.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein may include a toy method and system configured to be displaced for generally long distances by a small force. The disc-like or ring-like device may utilize wind-related vortex forces to remain generally upright and moving for long distances. Furthermore, the system may comprise an aperture, and may have a aerodynamic configuration to achieve the movement and/or provide for use as a flying disc. The ring-like device may be configured as an annular wing having a symmetrical airfoil configuration and as such may be used both as a wind-driven rolling toy and as a hand-tossed flying ring.

Abstract: An illuminatable toy having a handle arranged to be held within the hand of a user and a pair of rotatable assemblies at opposite ends of the handle. Each assembly includes a pair of arms arranged to be rotated about a common longitudinal axis to create two concentric colored rings of light at each end of the device. The rotation of the arms about the axis causes the handle to shake in the hand of the user to enhance the amusement effect.

Abstract: Disclosed is a computer interactive learning system and method, the method being applied to the Internet simulation learning system comprising a learner client to which at least one computer-controllable learner aid device is electrically connected and at which a learning agent is installed, and a learning server connected with the learner client through Internet, the method comprising the steps of: operating the learning agent; downloading a learning information and a character information corresponding to the learner aid device from the learning server; registering the respective learner aid devices as specific characters based on the character information downloaded; responding to a content provided from the learning agent based on the learning information at the learner; determining the response of the learner; and operating the learner aid device to perform a corresponding action depending on the determining result.

Abstract: A simple two-piece interactive toy has one part made as a simulated gun that transmits an infrared signal. The other piece is a spring-loaded can. When the can receives the infrared signal from the gun, the internal spring mechanism is activated to shift an internal weight. This causes the can to impulsively jump.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle having a casing, a motor assembly, a cradle supporting the propulsion system, and an outer shell. The casing surrounds the propulsion system with three connected rings, each ring capable of independent rotation. The cradle is positioned in the center of the vehicle and is attached to the innermost ring. The outer shell encircles the motor assembly, cradle, and casing, and is constructed from a plurality of vertical and horizontal bars. The vehicle rolls upon the ground while the cradle remains upright. The vehicle may be operated by a remote control or by a person seated within the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved hoop-type amusement system is disclosed wherein a plurality of variously sized and shaped connectable components may be selectively interconnected by the user to form simple and complex hoop configurations of a particular size and complex geometric shape. Hoop components may have opposing ends that are adapted for mating engagement with other components to form a hoop of a particular size and shape. In addition, the hoop components may include a radially inner edge defining a recessed groove, and a radially outer edge defining a projecting tongue, or opposite variations thereof, thereby enabling the components to be connected with other components in tongue and groove engagement to form a wide variety of hoop configurations, whether annular or otherwise, thereby enhancing fun and enjoyment.

Abstract: A developmental toy for small children includes a contacting member is rotated by an electric motor and a controller that, in response to input from a sensor, signals the electric motor to move the toy from a starting position for an initial period of time in an initial direction and signals the motor to wait a resting period of time. If no further input is received from a child that is detected by the sensor within the resting period of time, the controller signals the motor to move the toy back in an opposite sense, toward the starting location.

Abstract: A light-decorative object puppet luminous flux driving device, and more particularly, a driving device for providing an appearance of a light decorative object with dynamic luminous flux effects, includes a base having joined with a puppet located above, and a driving device and a light source at an interior thereof. The driving device is for simultaneously driving a planar grating and a barrel-shaped grating. Using the barrel-shaped grating, contrast light waves are projected onto a body of the puppet and transmitted to an exterior. Using the planar grating, constantly changing glittering effects are formed at illuminating portions of the decorative object for enhancing aesthetic values.

Abstract: A system comprising a rotating device and a support structure for the rotating device, wherein the support structure provides the power to the rotational device that is required to maintain spin. The rotating device has a housing with a base upon which the housing spins. An electric motor is contained within the housing that causes the housing to spin when the motor is activated. The base of the rotating device can be selectively placed on a support structure. The support structure can promote spinning in the rotating device in one of two ways. In the first way, the support structure provides electricity to the rotating device that powers the motor in the rotating device. In the second way, the support structure can generate a magnetic field that biases the rotating device against the charging port on the support platform.

Abstract: The invention is a projectile plaything, namely a boomerang-like toy that, if properly thrown, will fly in an arcuate path and return to the area of its release. The plaything will be formed to imitate the shape of the United States Air Force B2 Bomber, aka the Stealth Bomber.

Abstract: A mobile has mobile elements made from a solar cell, a hollow beam and a motivator. The solar cell is mounted to a substrate and connected via wires through the hollow beam to the motivator. The hollow beam supports the substrate at one end and the motivator at the other. The motivator may be a small electric fan or valved gas jet. The substrate is a flat plastic panel, such as a CD-ROM disc, a lightweight plastic sheet, and printed circuit board. The mobile elements may be connected as in a traditional Calder mobile, or in an aligned vertical stack. As the solar panels receive sufficient light, power for the motivator is generated, causing the mobile elements to move.

Abstract: The device provides auditory and visual stimulation to an infant or young child. The device includes a themed housing with a base portion and an upper portion. The base portion includes electronic circuitry and a drive mechanism. The upper portion houses a plurality of planar members that are drivably co-engaged. The floor of the upper portion includes a plurality of grooves in which the planar members travel, a microswitch arrangement for identifying which planar members are viewable, and a slot through which a driving member engages the planar members. The upper portion includes two or more lights for selectively illuminating the viewable planar members.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filed with water (30) to between ? and ½ full, most preferably ¼ full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes it easier to keep the hoop elevated by gyration. The hoop is made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. The coupling tube is formed of a hard and strong inner tube and a softer, somewhat compressible outer sheath which forms a seal with the inside of the hoop tube. A decorative, preferably iridescent sheet (18) may cover the hoop.

Abstract: The invention is a yo-yo that features a visual indication system capable of facilitating the setting of the yo-yo's variable response system and then providing an indication to the user of the yo-yo's responsiveness setting. Preferably, the yo-yo includes relatively rotatable sides, with each side having a number of identical visual indicators and a number of tether engagement ribs that are in registry with the indicators.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filed with water (30) to between 1/6 and 1/2 full, most preferably 1/4 full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes it easier to keep the hoop elevated by gyration. The hoop is made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. The coupling tube is formed of a hard and strong inner tube and a softer, somewhat compressible outer sheath which forms a seal with the inside of the hoop tube. A decorative, preferably iridescent sheet (18) may cover the hoop.

Abstract: Parallel ribs are aligned and clamped onto a vertical spine, which is a slow-wave discrete-element torsional transmission line. The spine is attached to a motor which may remain ON for extended periods or which be operated by a chip or other mechanical or electronic means which turns the motor ON and OFF at variable intervals, causing the spine to twist, affecting an apparent spiral motion through the length of spine as the ribs rotate. The motor ON and OFF sequencing is set to coordinate with the length and material of the spine and the attached ribs and weights.

Abstract: An improved display device of brown ball comprises: lower body, supporting ring, rotary member and upper body, wherein, lower body has an emitter on the bottom, the emitter has inductive member, emit member, battery and switch member, and further comprises a receive member, the receiver member has rectangular contour and has signal divert member, battery and switch member therein and has display screen thereon. The receive member can be fixed to a band to be convenient for user wear it on the wrist, user rotate the brown ball with another hand, the induce member of emitter induces and measures the rotate speed of brown ball, and the rotate speed be converted into sign by electrical member, and be emitted out with a prearranged frequency by emit member. The sign will be received by receive member and be converted into rotate speed by convert member to display the rotate speed of the brown ball on the display screen.

Abstract: A hula hoop may include a hoop, a plurality of roller members being installed on a predetermined portion in an overall circumference of the hoop, and a weight member being installed on an opposite side to the center of the roller members to provide a centrifugal force and enable rollers comprised in the roller members to be closely contacted with and rolled on a user's body due to the centrifugal force.

Abstract: A toy includes a driving mechanism mounted on a rope located at an overhead position, and a doll having a top mounted on the driving mechanism. The driving mechanism includes a power box, a suspension member, and a gear set. Thus, the swingable toy can float and drift on the rope reciprocally, thereby achieving the amusement effect.

Abstract: A rotating toy may then include a hub having a central axis and a lower portion; a plurality of counter rotating blades extending outwardly from the lower portion of the hub, the plurality of counter rotating blades having a tip connected to an outer ring; a single means for rotating the hub and blades sufficiently quickly to generate a major portion of the lift generated by the aircraft through the single rotating means; and the hub having an upper portion above the plurality of counter rotating blades and above the single rotating means such that the aircraft includes a center of gravity above the plurality of counter rotating blades to provide a self-stabilizing rotating toy. In furtherance thereto the single rotating means may be secured on the central axis and positioned below the counter rotating blades.

Abstract: A toy is described that, during play, is rotated in a horizontal circular path about a player's ankle and simultaneously provides illuminating and eye-catching reflections of ambient light. The toy includes a collar and a transparent housing connected to the collar by a tether. During play, the transparent housing rotates about the player's ankle, while the player simultaneously hops or skips the tether. The transparent housing contains a multi-faceted, reflective sphere. This multi-faceted, reflective sphere rotates or otherwise moves within the transparent housing so as to reflect ambient light in a sparkling manner.

Abstract: A combination ring and object holder with an integral spring is designed to secure and retain an object, such as a lollipop. The combination ring and object holder includes a ring, preferably fabricated from plastic, with a substantially flat upper surface to which a spring is secured, and further includes a coupling member secured to the opposite end of the spring which preferably defines a central opening in the upper surface thereof for receiving and retaining an object.

Abstract: A rotabable decorative-article structure including a rotating device connected with and supported by a base device is disclosed. The rotating device includes a fixed seat, a motor, a guiding cylinder and a rotating seat. The fixed seat includes a through opening and an annular slot with a guiding surface. The motor with a shaft is mounted on the fixed seat. The guiding cylinder is located inside the annular slot and includes a guiding wall to form a guiding track with respect to the guiding surface. The rotating seat is rotatably furnished in the annular slot, and includes a ring gear driven by the shaft of the motor and at least one guiding pillar with a guiding wheel sliding within the guiding track. The rotating seat is individually rotated, and the optical fibers and/or the wires separately go through the opening of the fixed seat. Therefore, the fiber decorations can be further used to decorate the rotatable decorative article.

Abstract: An amusement device used to move a supported display object through an erratic path. The amusement device includes a base element in which is disposed a motorized assembly. A support spring is used to interconnect a display object to the motorized assembly in the base element. The support spring has a first end and a second end. The first end of the support spring is coupled to the motorized assembly within the base element, wherein the support spring is caused to move by the vibrating assembly. The remainder of the support spring extends freely from the base element. The display object is coupled to the second end of the support spring.

Abstract: A flying-object launching toy gun comprises a body 20 with a launch barrel 30, a running block 50 for holding the flying-object 12 in a separable condition, the running block 50 movable along the launch barrel 30 between a rear pre-shooting position and a front post-shooting position, a loading knob 70 for bringing the running block 50 into the pre-shooting position, the loading knob 70 displaceable along the launch barrel 30, a coil spring 76 for causing the running block 50 to rapidly move from the pre-shooting position into the post-shooting position, and a spin generator 38, 56 for applying rotational force to the flying-object 12 as the running block 50 is caused to move from the pre-shooting position into the post-shooting position. The toy gun helps enable the flying-object to fly longer distance and prolonged time.

Abstract: In one embodiment of the invention, a captive propelled model is provided comprising a balancing member having a pivoting pin disposed between two ends of the balancing member. A figurine having an actuator and at least one actuable member is disposed near one end of the balancing member, and a counterweight is disposed near the opposite end. A platform for the device includes wiring for connecting a power supply to the actuator. In a further embodiment of the invention, a conductive member is disposed so as to receive the pivoting pin and thereby establish an axis of rotation about which the balancing member rotates when propelled by the actuable member. The conductive surface is also in contact with a drag-line or the like that is suspended from the balancing member to establish an electrical ground for the power supply circuit.

Abstract: A hula hoop comprising: may include a hoop, a plurality of roller members being installed on a predetermined portion in an overall circumference of the hoop, and a weight member being installed on an opposite side to the center of the roller members to provide a centrifugal force and enable rollers comprised in the roller members to be closely contacted with and rolled on a user's body due to the centrifugal force.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for converting promotional CDs or the like into spinning toy tops, thereby effectuating an alternate, playful function to promotional CDs having an otherwise well-established and singularly-defined function as a method of promotion or advertisement.

Abstract: The present invention provides a balloon assembly including a balloon, and a balloon weight. The balloon weight has a plate having a perimeter, and an annular outer flange disposed on the plate. The outer flange has an outer surface. The invention also includes a cup rotatably connected to the plate. The cup has a bottom opposite the plate, and an annular side wall. The side wall encompasses the outer flange. The side wall also includes a first opening. An umbrella-shaped hook extends from the plate perimeter. A ribbon is wrapped around the outer surface of the outer flange, and extends through the first opening in the side wall. The ribbon has a length including a distal end. A peg is attached to the distal end of the ribbon. The peg is insertable through a portion of the balloon to secure the distal end of the ribbon to the balloon.

Abstract: A pinwheel has a rod, a shaft and multiple blade elements. The blade elements are rotatably attached to the shaft, and each blade element has a cutout so as to define a passage for wind passing therethrough in the blade element. In such a pinwheel, the blade elements can be actuated to rotate in any direction of wind passing through the pinwheel. In addition, multiple layers of blade elements can be mounted in the shaft to make the appearance of the pinwheel versatile.

Abstract: A hoop device for aerobic exercise and massage that includes a rigid weighted core that is preferably constructed of a steel rod or tube that is configured into an annular shape and a sleeve constructed of a soft foam material that surrounds the core forming a hoop. The hoop is placed around a waist or other body part of a user to travel around the body part upon rotation providing exercise with the foam sleeve to cushion the effect of the core against the body. The sleeve can also have circumferential ribs separated by circumferential troughs to provide knob-like undulations to massage the user while rotating the device around his or her body.

Abstract: An improvement to a flying disc that returns to the user by means of a string using rotational energy in a manner of a yo-yo. The flying disc has a lower wing 1 that generates a lift, a smaller wing 2 and an axle 3. Between the wings 1,2 is a string 4 attached to the axle. The flying disc has at least one circular airfoil 11 and there are openings inside the area bound by its inner edge and the axle 3. Air currents from the direction of the flight that pass over and under the airfoil 11 are able to effectively mix through these openings. When slung with the string 4, the flying disc starts to rotate rapidly and flies away. It returns to the user when winding the string 4 back in the manner of a yo-yo.

Abstract: The streamer toy of the present invention has a weight insertable into a pocket at the head end of the streamer so that the weight is hidden and not noticeable during use. The hidden weight allows a user to whirl the streamer in numerous snake-like attractive and entertaining patterns. The weight is small in size and padded to make the streamer toy safe for use. The pocket has a reinforced opening allowing a swivel to exit the pocket for attachment of a string-like member used to whirl the streamer toy. The padding on the weight restricts the motion of the clip which, in conjunction with the reinforced opening, increases the durability and useful life of the streamer toy.

Abstract: A system comprising a rotating device and a support structure for the rotating device, wherein the support structure provides the power to the rotational device than is required to maintain spin. The rotating device has a housing with a base upon which the housing spins. An electric motor is contained within the housing that causes the housing to spin when the motor is activated. The base of the rotating device can be selectively placed on a support structure. The support structure can promote spinning in the rotating device in one of two ways. In the first way, the support structure provides electricity to the rotating device that powers the motor in the rotating device. In the second way, the support structure can generate a magnetic field that reinforces the magnetic field created by the motor in the rotating device.

Abstract: An electronic toy with at least one moving part, comprising a pre-programmed integrated circuit and at least one electric motor, is adapted to perform actions. Multiple such toys may be inter-connected in different combinations and programmed to interact in groups of two or more.

Abstract: A wind indicator is described that includes a body with a frame including a spindle axis and a web. A pivot is connected to the frame to permit the body to rotate about a pivot axis. A spindle is disposed on the spindle axis and is rotatable about the spindle axis. The spindle includes first and second hubs, each of which include a central body portion and at least one vane support receiving element. The wind indicator also has at least one element connecting the first hub to the second hub to maintain the first and second hubs in positional relation with respect to one another. The connecting element is offset from the spindle axis by a predetermined distance. At least one vane extends between the vane support receiving elements on the two hubs. The vane captures air movement and translates it into rotational movement of the spindle.

Abstract: An animated display comprising an outer sleeve having an inner sleeve positioned therein. The outer sleeve is itself rotatably connected to a support base. Also included in the animated display is an actuation assembly which is cooperatively engaged to the outer and inner sleeves. The actuation assembly is operative to facilitate the rotation of the outer sleeve relative to the support base concurrently with the rotation of the inner sleeve relative to the outer sleeve.

Abstract: A novelty includes a battery powered attention getting device controlled by a switch in combination with an essentially solid confection and a reservoir for a powder or granular confection. The reservoir and essentially solid confection can be separated so that the essentially solid confection can be dipped into the reservoir with powder or granular confection. Plural color and flavor confections can be consumed with the confection in a configuration to reflect or refract light so as to create sparkling. The attention getting device can be motion, lighting, noise or sound generating. A fan can circulate the powder or granular confection during dipping.

Abstract: The spin dip-spin pop is a novelty candy idea that combines two different types of candy which gives a blast of flavor with every dip and spin. The main housing of the spin pop contains a gearing system, power supply, motor and contact switches; the candy pop is comprised of one or more flavors, and a container attached to the lower end of the housing of the spin pop is a clear plastic container that holds one or more flavors of a powdered candy. The clear plastic container can be designed to thread on or snap on to the lower end of the spin pop housing. In use, the container is removed from the main housing to expose the candy powder. The spin pop is activated and the spinning candy pop is dipped into the candy powder to collect some of the candy powder which is then consumed by inserting the spinning candy pop into a person's mouth.

Abstract: A hoop having an adjustable diameter and including a fixed portion and an adjustable portion. The adjustable portion can be disposed in an extended configuration and a collapsed configuration. A user can vary the diameter of the hoop by moving a first end of the adjustable member with respect to a second end of the adjustable member.

Abstract: A candy toy holder device which provides fun and visual pleasure for the consumer as well as providing a candy treat. The device includes an upper housing and a main housing which provides a support for a lollipop via a rotatable support holder operative by a motor and gearing in the main housing. The upper housing has one or more movable parts that perform a variety of movements. It may be constructed so that the movements include appendages moving around, up, down, in or out and the candy is designed to rotate whether or not the motion parts are active or inactive. The movements are activated by the use of a motor on a gearing device, a switching device and a power source. The power source is self-contained within the main housing and the housing is designed in a manner that allows the battery to be replaceable as well as the candy. Use of one or more gears and/or gearing systems allows the movements of parts.

Abstract: An animated display comprising a lower sleeve assembly which itself includes a lower outer sleeve and a lower inner sleeve concentrically positioned within the lower outer sleeve. Also included in the animated display is an upper sleeve assembly comprising an upper outer sleeve having an upper inner sleeve concentrically positioned therewithin. The upper sleeve assembly is selectively retractable into and extensible from the lower sleeve assembly in a telescoping fashion. The animated display further comprises an actuation assembly which is cooperatively engaged to the lower and upper sleeve assemblies. The actuation assembly is operative to facilitate the rotation of the lower inner sleeve relative to the lower outer sleeve, the rotation of the upper outer and inner sleeves relative to the lower sleeve assembly, the retraction of the upper sleeve assembly into the lower sleeve assembly, and the extension of the upper sleeve assembly from the lower sleeve assembly.

Abstract: A collapsible toy hoop having a circular open position that may be whirled about ones body for entertainment and exercise activities. The flexible hoop may be collapsed down from the open position into 3 smaller concentric sub-hoops to facilitate ease of storage and transportability.

Abstract: The invention is a yo-yo that employs an active starburst tether engagement system located in one or both of the yo-yo's side members. The system makes use of a starburst-shaped array of movable engagement ribs that face the tether and are located near the yo-yo's axle structure. Each rib is independently movable and is located at the end of a flexible finger that enables the rib to be moved by the tether in a direction substantially parallel to the yo-yo's axis of rotation.

Abstract: The invention discloses colorful wind indicator toys and kites having an improved mechanism for securing a hollow rotatable rod containing mechanisms for various rotatable wind collecting parts of the wind indicators and kites. More specifically, it is proposed that a snap lock be used instead of a disk type structure to secure certain hollow rotatable rods onto the frames of wind indicator toys, thereby preventing rods from disengaging and flying away from the structure during high winds.