Abstract: A bracket includes a fixing seat, an adapter seat, a first clamping block, a second clamping block, a first clamping piece, a second clamping piece, a main screw and a position-limiting element. The fixing seat includes a first protrusion post. The adapter seat includes a second protrusion post. The first clamping block includes a first through-hole and a first pivot hole. The second clamping block including a first tapped hole and a second pivot hole. The first clamping piece includes a first clamping part and a first pivotal shaft. The first pivotal shaft is inserted into the first pivot hole. The second clamping piece includes a second clamping part and a second pivotal shaft. The second pivotal shaft is inserted into the second pivot hole. The main screw is penetrated through the first through-hole and then tightened into the second tapped hole.

Abstract: This disclosure describes a tethering system in which an unmanned aerial vehicle is attached by a tether to a movable tethering apparatus (e.g., a small cart or other mechanism) which rolls or slides along a guiding portion (e.g., a pipe, track, trough, cable, etc.). In various implementations, the guiding portion may be on or near the ground wherein the unmanned aerial vehicle flies above the guiding portion, or alternatively the guiding portion may be attached a ceiling or other elevated structure wherein the tether allows the unmanned aerial vehicle to fly below but is short enough so as to prevent the unmanned aerial vehicle from impacting the ground. In various implementations, the guiding portion may provide electricity that is conducted through the tether for powering the flight of the unmanned aerial vehicle.

Abstract: A suspended flying system having a load suspended by a plurality of flexible support members. The plurality of flexible support members are attached to a first rotational element attached to the load and a second rotational element attached to a support. The system also includes a motor operably connected to the first rotational element provides sufficient motion to the plurality of flexible support members to render the flexible support members visually transparent, the load being movable within a space. A method for suspending a load from visually transparent flexible support members is also disclosed.

Abstract: An infant activity device comprising two or more arches configured for creating an activity space therebelow defined by a location of articulation of the arches, and further comprising an arch configuration member configured for displacement between different articulation configurations of the arches by sliding with respect to at least one arch and further configured for retaining the arches at any desired articulation configuration to thereby alter the activity space.

Abstract: A CO2 gas-propelled model car launcher permits two or more model vehicles to be launched substantially simultaneously. Launching of the vehicles is achieved by moving a trigger plate sidewise which disengages a disc and thereby releases a firing pin whose forward movement punctures the CO2 cartridge. A height adjustment feature permits the launcher to accommodate model cars of different sizes. Multiple launchers may be ganged together and their trigger plates rigidly connected in such a way that sidewise movement of one trigger plate launches all of the model vehicles.

Abstract: A shopping cart liner includes a body configured to nest in the child seat portion of a shopping cart. The body may define one or more openings positioned to enable the feet of a child seated in the shopping cart to protrude through the body, and the shopping cart liner includes a track at least partially embedded in a portion of the shopping cart liner. A clip is slidingly engaged with the track, and defines an opening for attaching an item to the shopping cart liner. An item such as a toy, teething ring, pacifier, or other item may be attached. The body may be padded, and, and may include one or more pockets. The shopping cart liner may include a seat belt for securing a child to the shopping cart liner, and may be used in combination with a pillow.

Abstract: An infant play gym including a mat, a first arched structure extending over the mat, a second arched structure extending over the mat, and a motion module. The motion module includes a housing couplable to both the first arched structure and the second arched structure, a power source, and a motor positioned within the housing and powered by the power source, the motor operable to cause the first and second arched structures to move with respect to one another.

Abstract: A light-weight toy is attached to a player via a near-invisible fixed-length tether, typically using a low-tack adhesive at the ends of the tether. In especially preferred embodiments, the toy has a mechanism that creates an appearance of plausible possibility of flight without actually providing sufficient lift and/or propulsion for flight. Imaginary flight is achieved by manual lifting and moving the toy via the tether. Thus, the tether forms an integral part of the imaginary play for the player and is not used as an implement of a ‘magic trick’ for an audience.

Abstract: A holiday display preferably includes a drive unit, at least one object mount, a transport line and an idler pulley device. The drive unit preferably includes a drive motor and a system controller. The drive unit is retained above the ground in one location and the idler pulley device is retained above the ground in another location. A drive pulley is mounted to a drive shaft of the drive motor. The system controller controls the rotation of the drive motor. Both ends of the transport line are secured to the object mount to form a transport loop. One end of the transport loop is retained on the drive pulley and the other end is retained on the idler pulley. The system controller also includes a distance input device for setting a travel distance of the object mount between the drive and idle pulleys.

Abstract: A balloon display that simulates motions of a lighter-than-air balloon includes a balloon holder and an inflated balloon. The balloon holder includes a neck fastening assembly, and the inflated balloon is secured to the balloon holder by the neck fastening assembly. A compression spring balloon support extends upwardly relative to the neck fastening assembly to support a majority of the inflated balloon above the neck fastening assembly. The inflated balloon is secured to the neck fastening assembly and supported by the compression spring balloon support such that the balloon slightly loads the compression spring balloon support and the balloon tends to move up and down, side to side, and front to back as the compression spring balloon support reacts to the load of the balloon.

Abstract: Supporting pipes for hanging toys pivotally connect to each opening formed around a seat of a toy supporting frame with first ends and mount on a playard or a mattress with second ends. A rotary cover is further rotatably mounted on the seat and has openings corresponding to the openings of the seat. When the rotary cover rotates to a first position, the openings of the rotary cover align with the openings of the seat such that each supporting pipe is rotatable relative to the seat between an opening status and a folding status. When the rotary cover rotates to a second position, the openings of the rotary cover misalign with the openings of the seat such that each supporting pipe is retained in an opening status.

Abstract: An attachment arrangement for use in connection with an existing ceiling fan having a plurality of rotatable fan blades. The arrangement includes a connecting arrangement for attaching an object to at least a portion of at least one of the fan blades, such that, as the fan blade rotates, the object rotates via the connecting arrangement.

Abstract: An attachment arrangement for use in connection with an existing ceiling fan having a plurality of rotatable fan blades. The arrangement includes a connecting arrangement for attaching an object to at least a portion of at least one of the fan blades, such that, as the fan blade rotates, the object rotates via the connecting arrangement.

Abstract: A toy support structure includes, a plurality of pivots provided on a center housing such that each axle center of the pivots is parallel to the axle center of center housing. By rotatably connecting the pivots and the hanging support set, the hanging support set can rotate in relation to the pivots so as to extend in radial form. Further, the hanging support set can rotate in relation to the pivots so as to be arranged in parallel on the same plane, thereby reducing the volume and accomplishing the ease of carrying and storage.

Abstract: A toy mobile comprising a spider having a hub drivable by a motor to rotate the spider and having at least two legs radiating from the hub at an angle thereto, each leg having an end terminal which in the course of each rotating cycle of the spider traverses a circular orbit about the hub that is slanted with respect to a horizontal plane passing through the hub, whereby the terminal in the course of each cycle rises to a level above the hub and then fall to a level below the hub and at least one geometric object dangling from the terminal which is animated as a terminal traverses the orbit.

Abstract: A visual stimulation attachment for amusing an infant riding in a child safety seat or child in a vehicle that has headliner includes a visually-stimulating background member and an attachment device (e.g., a micro-hook material) secured to the background member and operable to releasably couple the background member to the headliner of the vehicle. The visual stimulation attachment may have one or more tether lines with a dangling member attached to it. A method of amusing an infant with a visually stimulating attachment and of manufacturing a visually stimulating attachment are also presented.

Abstract: An auto activity center with toy and baby bottle tether for providing an adjustable rod assembly adapted for use in the rear of a vehicle to suspend toys and bottles to occupy the infant during car travel. The auto activity center with toy and baby bottle tether includes a horizontal support member that is coupled to an interior of a vehicle adjacent to a top of the interior. Each of a plurality of vertical support assemblies has a first end that is coupled to the horizontal support member. Each one of the vertical support assemblies has a second end. A plurality of fastening means is coupled to the second end. Each one of the plurality of fastening means is for securing a children's accessory to the system.

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 visual stimulation attachment for amusing an infant riding in a child safety seat or child in a vehicle that has a headliner includes a visually-stimulating background member and an attachment device (e.g., a micro-hook material) secured to the background member and operable to releasably couple the background member to the headliner of the vehicle. The visual stimulation attachment may have one or more tether lines with a dangling member attached to it. A method of amusing an infant with a visually stimulating attachment and of manufacturing a visually stimulating attachment are also presented.

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: Mobiles which have an articulated array of arms connected to a central hub and artifacts attached to the outer, distal ends of the arms by strap-type fasteners. The hub can be rotated by a battery-powered or a spring-type motor as selected by a user of the mobile. The hub of the mobile is attached to a vertically extending support having a flexible segment by a ball and joint connector. A clamp at the lower end of the support is employed to fix the support to a suitable and available structure.

Abstract: A monitor toy assembly includes a rotary platform mounted on a lower portion of a support frame to pivot relative to the support frame along a horizontal axis of the rotary platform, a casing secured on the rotary platform to pivot therewith and rotatable relative to the rotary platform along a vertical axis of the casing, an actuating device mounted in the casing for rotating the casing relative to the rotary platform, a battery box secured on a bottom of the casing for supplying power to the actuating device, and a front cover secured on a front side of the casing and including a camera lens extending outward therefrom, a sensor mounted therein, and a light emitting component mounted therein.

Abstract: A kit for installation across a rear seat of a vehicle that suspends objects such as toys, rattles, etc. in easy reach of a child seated on the seat of the vehicle. More particularly, the kit includes a suspension line and a series of hanger lines along with a pouch for holding objects. The suspension line is flexible in nature and includes opposed end portions that are adapted to be secured to supports disposed on opposite sides of the vehicle above the rear seat. In addition, the respective hanger lines includes hook and loop fasteners formed on one end that permit the hanger lines to be looped and secured around the suspension line and wherein the hanger lines can even slide laterally back and forth on the suspension line. When suspended, each hanger line includes a lower terminal end portion that also includes hook and loop fasteners that permit the respective hanger lines to be secured to objects such as toys, rattles, etc.

Abstract: A wind driven flying toy comprising a single guideline and an aerodynamic body slidably secured to the guideline, the aerodynamic body being capable of traversing the entire length single guideline in both directions by reacting with the action of wind power member even when the wind power is in a constant wind direction. The direction of the travel of the aerodynamic body can be modified by adjusting the orientation of the aerodynamic body and is not dependent upon a change in the direction of the wind. In addition, the direction of travel of the aerodynamic body along the single guideline can be reversed by rotation of a handle connected to the end of the guideline when the aerodynamic body is in contact with the handle.

Abstract: A moveable toy assembly is provided. The assembly comprises a body having a top portion, lower portion, front portion, and back portion. A first attaching member is coupled proximate the top portion and adapted to moveably couple with a thread material. A thread material having a first end and opposing second end is provided to enable the toy body to travel along the length of the thread as a force is applied to the thread material. The first end of the tread is adapted to couple with a first support member. The second end is adapted to be coupled to a second support member.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus for displaying collectibles and a kit for use with the apparatus. In its most basic form, the apparatus of the present invention includes a display dimensioned for receiving said at least one collectible, at least one light generating device for illuminating the collectible when received within the display, and a controller. The controller includes a sound generating device for generating at least one predetermined sound, a light control for activating a predetermined one of said at least one light generating device corresponding to the predetermined sound, and a control module having a user interface for sending a light control signal to the light control, and a sound control signal to the sound generating device, each corresponding to a collectible selected by a user. In operation, a user selects a desired collectible on the user interface causing the control module to send a control signal to the light control and to the sound generating device.

Abstract: A toy includes a base with an upright post, a suspending track member and a moving piece. The suspending track member is mounted on the prop and has a track portion that inclines gradually and downwardly and that has a top side formed with an anti-slipping surface. The moving piece is capable of downward sliding movement along the track portion and includes a body part and left and right arms, each of which has a lower section pivoted to the body part for forward and rearward pivoting movement of the left and right arms relative to the body part, and an upper section that extends from the lower section. The upper sections of the left and right arms are spaced apart by a distance wider than width of the track portion such that the left and right arms can be disposed on left and right sides of the track portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for the exercise and relaxation of small animals having a tubular body which is open at each end for entering and exiting of the animal. The apparatus is suspended so that it hangs in a generally horizontal manner. The interior surface of the tubular body has a texture that provides the animal with sufficient traction to walk on, while the exterior surface is provided with a means that also facilitates the animal walking on it.

Abstract: An improved child's mobile is disclosed including a plurality of decorative elements, and the resulting mobile, is described wherein each of a plurality of decorative elements is inserted into the improved element clamp at different, reversible orientations. By removing and reinserting the mobile elements at different orientations the child is exposed to various shapes and colors as frequently as desired.

Abstract: A game includes a plurality of sets of components, each set including a string, a mounting member stationarily attachable to a playing surface and connected to one end of the string, and a body having first and second opposed ends. The string slidably passes through an aperture formed adjacent the first end of the body. The body is formed or coated with a high friction material to engage the underlying playing surface without slippage. The second end of the string is freely supported by a player. Repeated tensioning and untensioning of the string by a player causes the body to progressively advance in a stepwise manner toward the second end of the string.

Abstract: Decorative combination structure comprising a combination of a flexible bag member and a flexible sheet which together simulate a fanciful conception of the appearance of a giant bat. The flexible bag is arranged for receiving a plurality of light-weight and preferably inflatable filler elements and for assuming a substantially tubular shape with rounded ends when so filled so as to simulate a bat body, and the bag member is provided with facial indicia of a bat. The flexible sheet is shaped to simulate bat wings and is attached to the bag. A plurality of closure or bunching means for the flexible bag are provided to cause ear-like protrusions at be formed at the initially open end of the bag member. A plurality of fastener means are provided for fastening the bag and the wing-like sheet together.

Abstract: An aerodynamic toy apparatus is mounted at one end on the side window of a motor vehicle and is manually manipulated from within the vehicle by a passenger in the back seat. A generally rectangular support member is configured at one end to be received on the window glass and has an aerodynamically shaped cup-like shroud portion at the opposed end positioned outwardly a distance from the vehicle. A retractable toy member connected to a pivot arm on the interior of the shroud is movable from a retracted position to an extended position to be acted upon by air currents as the vehicle moves and is manually manipulated by cables from the vehicle interior to simulate flying and other movements.

Abstract: A wire retaining apparatus is disclosed. In the preferred embodiment this wire retaining apparatus is used in the construction of a child's activity toy generically referred to as a bead maze. The wire retaining apparatus includes a plug and a receptacle. The apparatus is designed to secure an elongate rigid wire having an L-shaped terminus. The L-shaped terminus of the wire engages an L-shaped channel in the plug. The plug has one or more prongs extending from the side thereof. The plug and the wire engage a receptacle formed in a base or other suitable support structure. The receptacle includes one or more slots to receive the prongs. A shoulder on each prong engages a shoulder formed in each slot of the plug in the receptacle. A foot extends from the plug and engages a step in the bottom of the receptacle. The foot is formed from resilient material and tends to urge the plug upward into locking engagement and into a generally coplanar relationship with the support structure.

Abstract: An aerial hook and loop game comprising a string extending from a fixed support to a mobile end controlled by a game player. A carriage supported on the string for free movement there along under the force of gravity and at least one target, the carriage including hooks for engaging and supporting the target for movement along the string under the influence of gravity as controlled by the configuration and tension of the string controlled by the player by means of the manipulation of the mobile end of the string, preferably by the use of an elongate stick.

Abstract: A load carrying and releasing pendular device for attachment to a kite string and release the load on jerking on the kite string. The device is fixedly attached to the kite string at an upper location. The device is also releasably coupled to the kite string at a second lower location. The kite string is releasable from coupling to the device at the second location by jerking on the string of the kite. The device assumes a first raised position when it is coupled to the kite string both at the first upper location and at the second lower location. On jerking the kite string, the string becomes released at the second lower position and the device pivots from the first raised position to a second lower position. This pivoting of the device, providing movement of portions of the device, relative to the kite string causes the release of the load releasably carried by the device.

Abstract: A tethered flying disc toy having a conventional inverted saucer body and an elongated flexible tether attached to the body by an annular ball bearing providing full freedom of rotation of the disc relative to the tether. In another form, the tether line slides through a bore in an upwardly projecting shank of a plug inserted into the inner race of a ball bearing having an axis of rotation coincident with the axis of rotation of the disc body so that the disc can move freely along the tether line while spinning.

Abstract: A toy helicopter is provided having a rotor that gradually accelerates to simulate the start-up of a full-scale helicopter, wherein the gradual acceleration is induced by frictional interaction between the surface of a drive shaft and the surface of a bore formed in the rotor hub. Actuation is accomplished by lifting an actuating shaft which extends from the rotor hub and drive shaft to activate a motor; returning the actuating shaft to its resting position deactivates the toy. The toy also provides a flashing light and audio mechanism to further simulate the operation of a full-scale helicopter.

Abstract: A toy car adapted for movable mounting on an elongated line and having a body with pulleys secured to the body for suspending the car from the line, and with a grappling hook depending from the body and adapted for picking up and retaining an open framework target during movement of the car along the lengthwise extent of the line. A method of moving the car along the line by manipulating the line to cause the car to move by gravity lengthwise of the line and to grapple the target object is also disclosed. The grappling hook structure is preferably detachable from the body.

Abstract: A toy includes an object mountable in the field of view of the operator and above to be controlled relative to the contour of terrain more distant from the operator than the object and also within the operator's field of view, as the operator and terrain move relative to one another.

Abstract: A gravity-operated toy operable over an inclined guide line extending between two fixed supports in which the toy-like object is detachably and adjustably connected to the guide line by forward and rear adjustable sleeves and eye connectors separable to be detached for removal of the toy from the guide line and adjustable to level the toy on the line to its best advantage. The control line is connected to the rear connector and runs over a fixed support eye to a freely held reel with two dowel handle extensions that require skill for the manipulation of the toy and its connecters upon the guide line as by release for downward descent and rewinding for the ascent of the toy upon the guide wire.