Abstract: A bubble producing assembly has a plurality of bubble producing devices. Each bubble producing device has at least one loop, a fan positioned adjacent the at least one loop, and a motor coupled to the fan. The assembly has a control mechanism coupled to each motor of each bubble producing device for simultaneously actuating each motor to cause separate bubbles to be simultaneously produced.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for forming a film of a liquid material and for employing the film as a test sample for determining properties of the material in a suitable analytical instrument such as a spectrophotometer.

Abstract: A doll includes a doll body having a torso rotatably supported upon the legs and lower body of the doll. The torso supports a pair of arms which in turn support a pair of bubble attachment. Each bubble attachment is snap-fit attached to the doll's arms and includes a conventional bubble ring. A pullstring mechanism is operative within the doll body and torso to provide rotation of the torso and arms of the doll back and forth in response to pullstring draw and release. A quantity of bubble-producing liquid is loaded upon the bubble attachments afterwhich the pullstring operation twirls the doll torso and arm to produce a number of bubbles.

Abstract: A bubble producing assembly has a frame having a handle section and an opening, a fan positioned inside the opening, and a bubble producing device positioned above the fan and extending over the opening. The bubble producing device has a primary loop having an enclosing edge that defines an interior opening, with the primary loop disposed at a first vertical level. The bubble producing device also includes a plurality of secondary loops disposed at a second vertical level that is different from the first vertical level, the secondary loops positioned with respect to the primary loop such that the secondary loops extend into the space defined by the interior opening. In a preferred embodiment, the secondary loops are smaller in size than the primary loop.

Abstract: A spill-resistant bubble-blowing apparatus, adapted to be used with a bottle filled with bubble solution and a bubble-blowing wand disposed in the bottle and being sized to allow the bubble-blowing wand to pass through the opening in the bottle, is provided with a cap portion adapted to be coupled to a bubble-solution bottle and having an opening formed therein and an insert adapted to be disposed adjacent the cap portion. The insert has a raised portion with a perimeter that corresponds to the opening in the cap portion and a central portion with a slot formed therein, with the central portion of the insert being composed of a flexible material. The slot in the central portion is sized to allow a bubble-blowing end of a bubble-blowing wand to pass through it and has a width small enough to prevent significant passage of bubble solution through the cap portion.

Abstract: A bubble producing assembly has a frame having a handle section and an opening, a fan positioned inside the opening, and a bubble producing device positioned above the fan and extending over the opening. The bubble producing device has a primary loop having an enclosing edge that defines an interior opening, with the primary loop disposed at a first vertical level. The bubble producing device also includes a plurality of secondary loops disposed at a second vertical level that is different from the first vertical level, the secondary loops positioned with respect to the primary loop such that the secondary loops extend into the space defined by the interior opening. The secondary loop has a cylindrical wall extending vertically therefrom. The wall can have an angled configuration, with a circumference having a varying length. In a preferred embodiment, the secondary loops are smaller in size than the primary loop.

Abstract: A bubble producing device comprising a rotor defining an axis that extends longitudinally, the rotor defining a plurality of through openings spaced about an axis to dip into a bubble solution bath, and to rise above the bath as the rotor rotates; a motor driven fan directed to displace air toward openings above the bath; and a circular series of turbine vanes carried by the rotor and angled to receive air displaced by the fan, for creating torque acting to rotate the rotor.

Abstract: A bubble generator for producing a stream of uniform bubbles includes components which are stationary. The bubble generator includes a container or plenum having an inclined face plate with a plurality of nozzles positioned thereon. The nozzles are elongated slots positioned in the face plate and have an insert disposed within the slot with edges that extend within the plenum and above the surface of the face plate for facilitating formation of a liquid film across the slot. The insert may have an extension positioned at an upper portion for providing lift and buoyancy to the bubbles. A liquid supply manifold is positioned above the nozzles and directs a flow of liquid to the nozzles. As the liquid flows across the slot and is contained within the insert, a film forms across the slot without the need for any dipping or priming means. An air supply then directs air into the liquid film and produces the stream of bubbles.

Abstract: A bubble blowing toy includes a solution container holding a solution, and a bubble blowing device adapted to take up the solution from the solution container and to let the received solution be blowing into a big bubble, wherein the bubble blowing device has a hand grip at one end, an elongated solution take-up arm connected to the hand grip, and a shutter means pivoted to the solution take-up arm, the solution take-up arm having an elongated arm body with a longitudinally extended serrated portion and a neck connected between the arm body and the hand grip, the shutter means having two shutter arms, the shutter arms each having a first end respectively pivoted to two lugs at two opposite ends of the arm body of the solution take-up arm by a respective pivot and a second end pivoted to each other by a slip joint, which is formed of a longitudinal sliding slot at one shutter am and a fixed pivot pin at the other shutter arm.

Abstract: A bubble making toy includes a bubble making device having an impeller and a bubble wheel including a plurality of apertures. The bubble wheel rotates within a bubble making fluid reservoir for forming a film of bubble making fluid over the apertures. The impeller is arranged to rotate within an impeller housing and delivers a flow of air through the apertures for forming a substantially continuous stream of bubbles. Each of the impeller and the bubble wheel are driven from a drive axle to which at least one wheel is secured, and preferably, each are driven at a respective rotational velocity that is a respective multiple of the rotational velocity of the at least one wheel.

Abstract: A bubble making device which is powered solely by the wind or forced air, the device having a fan which is rotated by the wind which in turns operates a pumping assembly to deliver bubble forming fluid to a plural number of rotating wands, the wands also being rotated by the rotation of the fan. The bubble forming fluid is applied directly to the wands by a brush or wiper applicator, and any excess fluid is recaptured and returned into the main receptacle. The device is light-weight and virtually spill-proof.

Abstract: An aqueous-based, pleasant tasting, non-toxic bubble-making composition of at least one surfactant, at least one bubble-stabilizer functionally compatible with the selected surfactant(s) and other constituents of the composition, appearing in quantities relative to each other and the composition as a whole sufficient to produce bubbles of the desired form, size and stability but non-toxic if consumed orally in substantial quantities by a child, and at least one taste-enhancing agent functionally compatible with the composition as a whole in quantities relative thereto to produce a bubble-making composition which is relatively pleasant tasting.

Abstract: A toy gun with an integrated target generator is disclosed. A water container is provided to store water and to provide pressurized water as ammunition for the water gun. A bubble generator assembly is provided to generate bubbles that can be used as targets for the water gun. A pump handle is provided to pump air into the water container and to simultaneously actuate the bubble generator assembly. A trigger assembly is provided to allow a user to selectively fire water out of the water gun.

Abstract: A device that produces toroidal bubbles of gaseous fluid when operated in immersed relation to a body of liquid fluid. A first embodiment is operated by a person who blows into a first end of the device with a short burst of air, and a second embodiment is operated by a pneumatic pump that delivers a short burst of air to the first end. A normally closed valve such as a poppet valve is positioned on a second end of the device. The valve opens and closes very rapidly in response to the burst of air. Air escaping around the peripheral border of the valve creates a toroidal bubble that expands in volume as it approaches the surface of the liquid fluid; the effect is visually pleasing. The valve of the device may also be held in the mouth, eliminating the conduit. In additional embodiments, the source of gaseous fluid is any pneumatically-charged device.

Abstract: A toy dart includes a cylindrical wall having an inner surface, an outer surface, a first open end at one end of the cylindrical wall, and second open end at the other end of the cylindrical wall. At least two fins are attached to the outer surface of the cylindrical wall. In addition, a resilient, bulbous head portion is mounted on the cylindrical wall at the second open end thereof, the head portion defining a chamber adapted to contain fluid and having an opening formed therein so that the chamber communicates with an interior of the cylindrical wall. The toy dart is constructed and arranged for aerodynamic flight when thrown, and upon the bulbous head impacting a hard surface, the bulbous head portion deforms moving fluid contained therein into the interior of the cylindrical wall forcing an object out the cylinder. Other embodiments of the toy dart are further contemplated.

Abstract: A bubble making apparatus and method for producing an orderly chain of simply connected large bubbles. Bubble forming vents are provided into a bubble forming chamber at one end of a bubble forming tube. Bubbles propagate along the tube and are expelled through a bubble outlet port as a chain of bubbles with the aid of air flow through bubble propulsion vents. The chain of bubbles is supported by air flow from an air outlet port disposed below the bubble outlet port.

Abstract: A metering dispenser for bubble bath which may be optimally positioned and anchored within a drain of a bath tub is disclosed. The bubble bath dispenser comprising: a container body having a bottom portion having a bottom sidewall and adapted to closely seat within and across the bath tub drain; a central portion adapted to peripherally surround the drain and sealingly seat on the interior bottom side portion of the bath tub; a top wall portion extending upwardly above and around the central portion; and, a cover adapted to seat on the top wall portion of the container body. In the preferred embodiment the dispenser has an overall disk shape and a layered appearance decorated with light markings giving it an unidentified flying object appearance which appeals to young children.

Abstract: A toy bow-n-arrow bubble shooter system including a bow. The bow has a frame with a cylindrical member centrally interconnected thereto and an elastomeric string. The cylindrical member has a channel therein and a plunger member positioned within the channel. The plunger member has an interior end capable of engaging the channel of the cylindrical member. The plunger has an exterior end with a handle capable of engaging the elastomeric string of the frame. Included are a plurality of head attachments. Each head attachment has a hub-like member with a plurality of blades fixedly attached thereto. Lastly, a plurality of arrows are provided. Each arrow has a shaft with an upper portion that has a bulb head. The bulb head of each arrow snap couples within the hub-like member. Each arrow, with one of the head attachments coupled thereto, is positioned within the cylindrical member of the bow and capable of being released therefrom by action of the plunger member thereon.

Abstract: A hand-held bubble producing device comprising a handle and bubble generating means capable of producing different sizes of bubbles when being swung around through the air or being blown against. Apart from producing bubbles, the bubble generating means can also appear in a number of decorative shapes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for marking a surface with colored bubbles is disclosed. According to the method, bubbles carrying one or more colorants are generated and are applied to a surface to create designs. The disclosed apparatus for marking a surface in this manner can be optionally equipped with a shield defining a volume to maintain the colorant carrying bubbles within a confined area. The apparatus can be further provided with a template having one or more apertures to provide access to predetermined areas of the surface to be marked such that the colored bubbles create predetermined shapes when they burst or are applied.

Abstract: A bubble blowing toy including a solution container containing a solution and having a threaded neck, and a bubble flower having a cap-like handle and a bubble blowing coil and a step connected between the handle and the coil, wherein the bubble blowing coil has a hollow rhombic shape comprised of two top sides and two bottom sides, the contained angle defined within the top sides being bigger than the contained angle defined within the bottom sides so that the bubble blowing coil can be deformed and inserted into the solution container to pick up the solution for blowing into bubbles.

Abstract: A device for producing bubbles is disclosed including a housing having an entry port and an exit port, where a chamber is defined therein in flow communication with the entry and exit ports. A drive shaft is located within the housing chamber with a turbine wheel mounted to the drive shaft in a rotatable manner. The turbine wheel includes a plurality of pin members extending therefrom and a crank arm is provided for rotating the turbine wheel. Accordingly, water and bubble solution entering the housing chamber through the entry port is mixed with air to produce bubbles in the housing chamber which are encouraged to flow through the exit port. The entry port is oriented substantially perpendicular to the rotation of the turbine wheel and the exit port is oriented substantially in line with the rotation of the turbine wheel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a toy, for example a Frisbee-type disc, a toy aircraft, a toy club or a toy baton, provided with means for generating a stream of bubbles in use. The toy is constructed with a liquid reservoir which feeds liquid through a narrow gap to holes formed in overlying superimposed planar members. At these holes the liquid, which is a bubble-forming liquid such as a soap solution, forms a thin film until a bubble is formed under the influence of the airstreams generated around the holes as the toy moves in the air.

Abstract: A hand holdable bubble producing toy that, when activated by the user, produces a stream of bubbles. Activation of the toy is accomplished by manually moving of a trigger which electrically operates a fan and a pump, as well as a manual film producing mechanism in order to produce and dispense bubbles. The toy includes a collection system for recycling excess bubble solution and structure for supplying supplemental air for disbursement of bubbles blown.

Abstract: A toy for interacting with a series of bubbles to play a tune. The illustrated toy has a housing that includes a handle and at least two spaced-apart electrical contacts. Housed within the housing and electrically connected to the contacts and to one another in a circuit are a microprocessor chip, a speaker and a holder for a power source such as a battery. Each time the contacts strike a bubble, the circuit is completed, which causes a note to be emitted from the speaker. The microprocessor is programmed so that when the contacts sequentially engage a plurality of bubbles, a series of notes are emitted that create a tune. The illustrated toy also includes a blower mechanism for producing a plurality of bubbles for use with the toy.

Abstract: A hand holdable, large bubble producing toy (10) that when activated by a human produces a thin soapy membrane across an air space. Movement of air into the air space results in the production of one or more large bubbles. Activation of the toy (10) is accomplished by manually moving of a pivot arm (76) which electrically operates a pump to supply soapy liquid (54) along the entire length of a pair of half loop members (80,86). Movement of the half loop members (80,86) from an abutting alongside position to an aligned position will encircle the air space and will result in the production of a thin soapy membrane across the air space through which air will be moved to form bubbles.

Abstract: A hand holdable bubble producing toy that, when activated by the user, produces a stream of bubbles. Activation of the toy is accomplished by manually moving of a trigger which electrically operates a fan and a pump as well as a film producing mechanism in order to produce the dispensed bubbles and includes a collection system for recycling unused bubble solution.

Abstract: An electronic soap bubble sensing and responsive device which is activated upon making contact between a soap bubble and an electronic sensor. The device consists of two electrodes mounted on a support frame and electrically coupled to internal electrical signal generation circuitry. The soap bubble sensor includes electrodes which are positioned so as to contact the soap bubble conjointly. Soap bubble fluid being conductive allows such contact to complete a trigger circuit, which contact also bursts the bubble, thereby breaking the circuit. The electrodes have a geometric configuration so as to maximum the conjoint contact with spherical bubbles, and the electrodes are supported on a frame so as to minimize wetting of the frame and triggering inadvertent activation. The completed electrical circuit can activate any sensory output as a result of the triggering, including sounds, lights or motion.

Abstract: A bubble making toy comprising a rotatable ring member (34) having a hole (36) for forming a bubble. A pivotable wand element (32) is mounted near the outlet side of the hole and can be pivoted across the face of the hole by actuation of a trigger (12). The toy further includes a pump (14), also actuated by the trigger, for directing a soap mixture from a reservoir (16) to the wand element. The wand element then receives the soap mixture and forms a film of soap over the hole as it pivots across the face of the hole. This construction allows a film of soap will to form over the hole practically every time the trigger is actuated.

Abstract: A device that forms bubbles that cling together in a predetermined configuration in the substantial absence of a large flat interface between the bubbles. In a preferred embodiment, the device includes a handle secured to a primary ring, and a plurality of secondary rings are secured to the primary ring in a predetermined pattern. The secondary rings are radially spaced apart from the primary ring by about one-sixteenth of an inch and are held in that position by a holding member. A pair of laterally spaced apart triangular openings are formed in each holding member, and each opening has a length of about one-sixteenth of an inch.

Abstract: A bubble skill game which is comprised ofa handle including an orifice 25a targeta reservoir for holding bubble forming liquid connected to a base 3.The game is played by holding the handle and dipping the orifice 25 into the reservoir of bubble liquid 40 forming a membrane of bubble liquid over the orifice 25. The handle is then moved through the air in the direction of the target producing numerous bubbles travelling in the direction of the target. The object is to have one or more bubbles go into the target.The handle and target can be constructed to resemble various common games of skill (golf, hockey, croquet, tennis, baseball, etc.).

Abstract: A rotational glider toy configured for producing bubbles during free flight. The toy includes a circular disc body having a plurality of bubble-forming apertures formed therein. A reservoir structure is coupled to a lower surface of the body and encloses a storage area. The reservoir structure includes a plurality of solution feed holes formed in a junction between the reservoir structure and the lower surface, said solution feed holes being in communication with the storage area. Bubble solution is inserted into the storage area through a capped filling hole therein. Centrifugal force during rotational movement of the toy operates to urge the bubble solution out of the feed holes such that it spreads onto the lower surface of the body and into the bubble-forming apertures. Air currents passing through the bubble-forming apertures cause the bubble solution to be released from the toy in a stream of bubbles.

Abstract: A toy for mounting onto a handle bar of a bicycle, tricycle or the like, that, when the bicycle is moved to pass an air flow therethrough creates a stream of soap bubbles. The toy includes a double clamp mount for fitting to the bicycle handle bar and whereto a mounting rod end for mounting the toy off-set from the side of a bicycle operator is maintained, with the opposite mounting rod end for mounting to a bubble generation assembly that includes a reservoir housing for containing a water and soap solution. The reservoir housing incorporates an upright standard whereto a propeller or rotor that has a plurality of spaced blades secured at equidistant intervals around a spindle is mounted to turn in the air stream in front of a slot that has been formed along a reservoir housing top edge. A bar is secured to extend from a trailing edge of each of the propeller or rotor blades that in turn, individually mount a bubble ring across an the end thereof.

Abstract: A bubble maker comprises a support and a pair of separate bands connected to the support at first and second spaced-apart positions. The bands are adapted to extend substantially parallel and near to each other and also to flexed and stretched so as to form a gap of substantial size between the bands. A dispenser mounted on the support dispenses a bubble-forming solution near the first position, and a collector mounted on the support collects excess solution near the second position. Drawstrings mounted on the support engage the elastic bands at positions intermediate the first and second positions for separating the bands. A pump pumps solution from the collector to the dispenser.

Abstract: A thrown or flying toy includes a bubble-producing element having plural openings and capable of producing compound bubbles (plural bubbles attached to each other) which generally resemble the shape of a toy airplane or a cartoon-like character.

Abstract: A kit to include a container and a bubble distribution member is provided to include the dispenser having a lid, with the lid including a top wall, the top wall having a slot. The slot has cooperative resilient flaps engaging one another preventing spillage from within the container. The bubble distribution member includes a plurality of interchangeable loops arranged for reception through the slot and into a soap solution for subsequent waving of the distribution member for distribution of bubbles therefrom.

Abstract: Self-illuminated bubbles are disclosed wherein the bubbles are formed utilizing a bubble blowing solution which includes a sufficient amount of a surface active agent to form the bubbles and a sufficient amount of a chemiluminescent agent to provide self-illumination of the bubbles. The bubble blowing solution includes a surface active agent to provide formation of the bubble and a chemiluminescent agent such as CYALUME.RTM.. A kit for preparing the self-illuminated bubble blowing solution is also disclosed.

Abstract: A bubble dispensing doll includes a hollow torso and head configured to resemble a mermaid. The doll head supports a quantity of simulated hair and a head piece ornament preferably formed in the configuration of a crown or the like. A bubble producing mechanism is formed into an integral self-supporting mechanism which is received and supported within an upper aperture of the doll's head. The majority of the bubble producing mechanism is received within the head and torso cavity of the doll and includes a battery-powered air impeller which drives an air stream through a foaming chamber within the bubble producing mechanism.

Abstract: A bubble maker including a support and a pair of separate bands connected to the support at first and second spaced-apart positions. The bands are adapted to extend substantially parallel and near to each other and also to be flexed and stretched so as to form a gap of substantial size between the bands. A dispenser mounted on the support dispenses a bubble-forming solution near the first position, and a collector mounted on the support collects excess solution near the second position. Drawstrings mounted on the support engage the elastic bands at positions intermediate the first and second positions for separating the bands. A pump pumps solution from the collector to the dispenser.

Abstract: A bubble producing toy which resembles a spinning baton. It includes a handle and a cross-member rotatably mounted on the handle. A liquid bubble solution is stored in a reservoir in the hub of the cross-member. A pair of oppositely extending arms form part of the cross-member. A bubble diffuser is attached to the outer end of one of the arms and an imitation bubble diffuser is attached to the outer end of the other arm. The bubble diffuser arm is hollow and functions as a conduit to deliver the liquid bubble solution to the diffuser. The diffuser has a rotating wand which is driven by the rotation of the cross-member relative to the handle. The wand wipes a film of liquid bubble solution across elongated openings in the bubble diffuser. Air passing through passages in the rotating wand and the bubble diffuser creates bubbles from the liquid bubble solution film.

Abstract: The instant invention discloses a bubble pipe with the functionality of a bubble wand. The bubble pipe employs two tubes, one slidably insertable into the second, extending the distance of a bubble formation end away from the operator. Each tube includes a plurality of orifices placed therethrough for adjusting the velocity and volume of air used in formation of a bubble.

Abstract: A bubble blowing toy includes a scabbard and a body composed of a grip and a blade having an oblong ring element of an adequate length at the blade, with a hollow space in the middle of the ring element and a plurality of recesses along the ring element so big bubbles can be formed by swinging of the body, and small bubbles can be formed by blowing through the hollow space with the mouth.

Abstract: A bubble-making device in the shape of a sword having a blade with holes therein, the sword being made of flexible plastic, and the holes having a toothed periphery, the blade being bendable to an extent to cause the bubble-forming solution to peel off the blade as the blade is caused to vibrate.

Abstract: A bubble blower device which comprises a cyclindrical tube with a pleated periphery providing longitudinal grooves with sharp apical edges, the tube being fitted into a skirt of a cap which forms with the tube a reservoir for the bubble forming liquid which is aspirated with the tube when motivated.

Abstract: A bubble wand toy is provided for use with a soap solution. The bubble wand toy includes a tubular handle formed from a substantially rigid tubular plastic. A flexible tubular material is bent into a loop and the opposed ends of the loop are inserted into an end of the tubular handle. The relative dimensions of the flexible tubular loop and the tubular handle are such that the opposed ends of the tubular loop are frictionally retained in the tubular handle. An adhesive or sealant may be disposed at the interface of the tubular loop and the tubular handle to retain the tubular loop and handle together and to prevent a flow of soap solution through the tubular handle. An outer collar may be disposed over the tubular handle generally at the interface of the loop and the handle to prevent a flow of soap solution along the outside of the tubular handle.

Abstract: A jump rope which produces bubbles as it is rotated. A hollow liquid containing handle is located at each end of the jump rope. A bubble diffusor is positioned near each handle. A flexible liquid transporting tube connects each handle with its bubble diffusor. Each bubble diffusor includes coaxial tubes having an annular space between the tubes. Aligned openings are formed in the inner and outer coaxial tubes. The liquid bubble producing solution moves from the handles to the annular space between the tubes of the diffusor as the rope is rotated during jumping. The liquid bubble producing liquid spreads across the openings. Air passing through the openings in the coaxial tubes produces bubbles.

Abstract: A brush-type system for attracting high volumes of fluid through capillary action and retaining such fluid by surface tension pending usage; and, more particularly, a brush-type system (20) of the foregoing type for blowing bubbles including: a hollow tubular body member (21); a plurality of flexible bristles (22) disposed in a hollow tubular array (24) and secured in coaxial end-to-end relation to the body member (21) and in closely spaced surrounding relation to the tubular array (24) of bristles (22) with the free ends of the bristles (22) projecting slightly beyond the free end of the sleeve (25). The bristles (22) are preferably slightly sinuous and have longitudinally extending radial flutes (30). The bubble blowing system (40) preferably includes an essentially spill-proof receptacle (41) for receiving the brush (20) and enabling loading of the bristles (22) with a bubble forming solution without risk of deformation of the bristles (22).

Abstract: A bubble toy which can be launched into free flight, producing a continuous stream of bubbles, is provided. The toy includes an extended flexible strip of material having bubble-forming apertures along its length which are able to store bubble solution, substantially retain the solution during launch and then release the solution as a stream of bubbles during flight.

Abstract: A glider having one or more soap bubble forming rings each discharging a trail of bubbles. A reservoir feeds soap solution to the uppermost section of the ring. The reservoir is set back of the trailing face of the ring and the sides of the reservoir diverge outwardly to prevent trapping of air which could impede the feeding from the reservoir. The ring may be used separately for manual bubble blowing or on other toys.