Abstract: A toy includes an overall package that holds an A+B molding foam. The overall package includes both a transparent or translucent outer package that contains a first or A part of the molding foam, and an inner transparent or translucent package that contains a second or B part of the molding foam. The A and B parts having contrasting colors. The overall package therefore resembles an egg. The user manually bursts the inner package and mixes the two substances together within the outer package, then pours the resultant molding foam into a mold to create a toy figure. The egg-like package enhances the child's play experience of giving birth to or hatching the toy figure.

Abstract: A planar-part-based toy assembly set includes planar parts that have different shapes and are made by stamping a planar material board. The planar parts include a body piece and a limb piece. The body piece has a slotted ring for coupling with the limb piece. The slotted ring has a cutting slot, a narrow section and, a wide section. The limb piece has a closed ring, or a slotted ring as stated above. The closed ring of the limb piece can pass through the cutting slot of the slotted ring of the body piece and be mounted around the narrow or wide section of the slotted ring. When the closed ring is around the narrow section, the limb piece can freely swing, and when the closed ring is around the wide section, the limb piece is fixed at a specific angle, which can be later adjusted by the player.

Abstract: Disclosed is a joint assembly for dolls for connecting two limb portions. A first joining surface and a second joining surface are disposed at a connecting position of the limbs and a first embedding hole and a second embedding hole are formed at the center of the first joining surface and second joining surface respectively, and an expanding portion is formed and extended inwardly along an opening of each of the embedding holes for inserting an embedding column with circular protrusions at both ends, so as to improve the convenience of installation. The circular protrusions and the expanding portions can improve the smoothness of movement and prevent the limb portions from falling out.

Abstract: A toy figure and associated method of use is disclosed, and comprises a body portion and at least one appendage extending from the body portion. The body portion comprises a resilient portion so that a user can apply a force to cause the toy figure to transition from an unstressed condition to an actuated condition. The resilient portion is configured to return the toy figure to the unstressed condition under an inherent restorative force. The at least one appendage comprises a reconfigurable portion that includes at least two movable segments so that at least a portion of the at least one appendage can transition between a collapsed and an expanded condition. The at least a portion of the at least one appendage configured to maintain one of the first condition and the second condition until deliberately reconfigured by a user.

Abstract: A transformable toy, in which exposure of a coupling mechanism is reduced and the turning range of the second exterior member with respect to the first exterior member is increased, is provided. An exterior main body for a shin section covers a part of an intermediate member and has an opening portion at a location opposing a thigh section when the shin section turns toward the thigh section. A movable exterior member, which moves through a link mechanism, is coupled to the intermediate member via the link mechanism, and configured to block the opening portion when it is at a first position and to be at least partially located inside the exterior main body when it is at a second position.

Abstract: A doll includes a body which is formed by two body cases and two flexible members are clamped by the two body cases. A flexible neck is connected to the top of the body and a head is connected to the flexible neck. Two arms are respectively connected to two arm ends of the two flexible members and each arm is composed of two arm cases. Two hands are pivotably connected to the two arms. The doll can be assembled quickly and firmly without using any nail. The arms, legs and head can be moved naturally to increase the value of the doll.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a display package for a toy product (e.g., a toy figure), the package facilitating demonstration of the toy's animated features, or provides animation features to a toy that otherwise would not otherwise not be animated. The display package of the present invention defines an enclosure that houses the toy. The display package includes a manually-manipulated animation mechanism that repositions the toy within the enclosure and/or moves a portion of the toy from a first display position to a second display position (and vice versa). For example, the display package may include a movable segment to which the toy is connected. An actuator drives the movable segment, which, in turn, generates motion in the toy (motion which simulates animation of the toy).

Abstract: A doll toy is provided with a thigh section capable of turning further upward toward its chest section when extending ahead of its waist section. The doll toy includes a waist section, hip joint mechanisms, and thigh sections attached to a lower portion of the waist section via the hip joint mechanisms. The hip joint mechanisms include rotation links which rotate about a first rotation centerline within a predetermined rotation angular range, first connecting mechanisms which connect the rotation links to the waist section to allow the rotation links to rotate within the predetermined rotation angular range, stoppers disposed to restrict movement of the rotation links, and second connection mechanisms disposed to connect base portions of the thigh sections to the rotation links to allow the thigh sections to rotate about a second rotation centerline.

Abstract: Toy figures may include a torso, an elongate member extending from the torso, an articulation element, and a limb having a socket. The elongate member may include an end region. The articulation element may be molded substantially around the end region and may be received within the socket. The socket may be configured for pivotable movement about the articulation element. Some examples of toy figures may include a hip joint assembly.

Abstract: An articulated walking device, configured for movement across a surface, includes a frame and a plurality of leg assemblies movably coupled with the frame so as to at least partially support the frame for movement across the surface. Each leg assembly includes a leg member configured to rotate with respect to the frame about a joint. The joint is formed by a pin passed through an at least generally hour glass shaped aperture to provide rotational movement of the leg member with respect to the frame about at least first and second axes of rotation intersecting in the joint. A drive mechanism is operatively engaged with the plurality of leg assemblies so as to actuate each of the leg members to rotate about the first and second axes in a like, predetermined, repeatable cycle of movement. At least some of the leg members are out of phase with other leg members to produce an anatomic-like gait of the toy device upon actuation of the drive mechanism.

Abstract: Described are novel armature kits, constructions and elements, providing increased flexibility in design and ease of use. In one aspect, inventive armatures include adaptations to isolate the tensioning of ball-and-socket joints occurring at either end of a motion segment. In other aspects, inventive armatures and kits include uniquely shaped plates, providing interchangeability among chest and hip areas of a human form. Novel threaded and tie-down armature elements are also described.

Abstract: The invention provides a leg member for a transformable toy which prevents impairment of the aesthetic appearance even if the range of motion of a shin section relative to a foot section is increased. A first link member 29 is shaped and configured to cover a circular plate portion 31b constituting the main portion of a second link member 31. When the second link member 31 is rotated about the rotation center (axial center of a shaft portion 29i) of the second turning pair, portions (31c and 31d) forming a third turning pair in the second link member 31 are exposed to the outside of the first link member 29.

Abstract: Disclosed is a game package comprising at least one action figure for simulating a plurality of mixed martial arts postures, and a mixed martial arts ring adapted to support the at least one action figure thereon. The action figure comprises an upper torso, a neck portion, a head portion, a first pair of limbs, a lower torso, and a second pair of limbs. The neck portion is movably coupled to a top end portion of the upper torso. The head portion is movably coupled to a top end portion of the neck portion. The first pair of limbs is movably coupled to a pair of side end portions of the upper torso. The lower torso is movably coupled to a bottom end portion of the upper torso. The second pair of limbs is movably coupled to a pair of side end portions of the lower torso.

Abstract: Disclosed is a joint structure of a toy including: a first block and a second block to structure the toy; a ball joint including: a ball portion provided on the first block to be able to take a predetermined position close to the first block and a separated position separated from the first block; and a ball shaped bearing provided on the second block to engage to the ball portion; and an engaging section structured to be able to engage and release the first block and the ball joint by hand to hold the ball portion at the predetermined position when in an engaged state and to allow the ball portion to move to the separated position when in a released state.

Abstract: The present invention provides a transformable toy capable of transformations which are more unpredictable than those according to the prior art. A neck section (19) is constructed to be extended and contracted in a direction where a first to fourth components (35-41) are arranged. The first component (35) is fixed to a fixed section of the transformable toy. The first component (35) and the second component (37) are connected by a slide type connecting mechanism. The second component (37) is fitted in the first component (35). The second to fourth components (37-41) are connected by a rotary type connecting mechanism. All or most of the second to fourth components (37-41) are received in the first component (35).

Abstract: To provide an assembly unit for a toy capable of storing unused engaging section in a part unit thereof. An arm part (13) of the toy comprises a rotating member (50) rotating about a rotating shaft (55) provided in the body (14) thereof. The rotating member (50) has an engaging section (53), which is used for connecting the rotating member to a second part unit (23), which is connected to the arm part (13), and a hand (necessary member) (51). When a separate member (23) is connected to the arm part (13), the hand 51 is stored in the body 14 and the engaging section (53) is exposed to the outside of the body (14). When the separate member (23) is not connected to the arm part (13), the engaging section (53) is stored in the body (14) and the hand (51) is exposed to the outside of the body (14).

Abstract: This application discloses a toy construction apparatus that can be used to make posable toy figures. The apparatus includes structural pieces, called “bones,” which can be connected to a plurality of other bones by joints that can be formed by a marble or similar device and connecting structures on the ends of each bone. These joints can either be movable or rigid depending on the type of connecting structures on the end of each bone being connected by the joint. Additionally, specialized structures, such as heads, feet, and torsos, can be used with the toy construction apparatus that allow the user to create more complex and life-like toy figures.

Abstract: A doll with an angled and/or jointed torso. In some embodiments the doll includes a torso, at least a portion of which is asymmetric about a midline such that an angle formed between a left lateral contour and the midline substantially differs from an angle formed between a right lateral contour and the midline. Alternatively, or additionally, the torso may be comprised of an upper torso member that is connected to a lower torso member by a joint that enables rotation therebetween.

Abstract: A motion toy is disclosed to have a swinging mechanism adapted to simulate the swinging action of the wings of a bird, the swinging mechanism including a driving module, two swinging arm assemblies symmetrically coupled the driving module at two sides, two endpieces respectively coupled to the swinging arm assemblies remote from the driving module, and coupling devices coupling the swinging arm assemblies to the driving module and the endpieces to the swinging arm assemblies for enabling the swinging arm assemblies to swing and the endpieces to follow the swinging arm assemblies to swing upon operation of the driving module.

Abstract: An action figure includes a body, limbs extending from the body and each comprising proximal and distal limb segments articulated to one another by a joint comprising two intermediate pivotally interconnected members. The first member is attached pivotally to the proximal limb segment and the second member is attached pivotally to the distal limb segment.

Abstract: An animated figure is provided with a body and at least one jointed appendage that is pivotably coupled thereto. Motive force is provided to a shaft having a cam which is coupled to a follower formed within the appendage to pivot the appendage with respect to the body. A control rod extends between the cam and the joint of the appendage to enable the joint to bend as the appendage is pivoted. Additional joints and control rods may be provided depending on the appendage movement desired. Likewise, multiple appendages, including a neck and head, may be provided and coupled to one another to impart a natural movement to the figure, such as walking or running.

Abstract: An articulated toy figure 1000 comprising a plurality of body parts each operatively adapted to be adjoined one to another by a ball-socket joint arrangement 25, each ball-socket joint arrangement 25 having a ball portion 10 protruding from a region of a body part and also having a corresponding socket portion 15 located in an adjoining body part. The ball portion 10 having a knob 20 supported on a shaft 30, the socket portion 15 having a socket 40 which rotatably receives the knob 20, wherein, in one or more of the ball-socket joint arrangements 25, the socket portion 15 is provided with a contoured cavity arrangement 50 having the socket 40 in its interior, the contoured cavity arrangement 50 limiting the extent of movement of the shaft 30 therewithin.

Abstract: A repositionable display system in the shape of a human figure that can be used to communicate information by holding signs or by making simple gestures; or it can be used to support various items such as clothing or accessories. The repositionable display is in the shape of a life-size human form comprising a head, torso, arms, and legs. A two-pin connection forms each shoulder and hip joint, thereby allowing for positioning of the arm and legs in multiple planes. A single-pin connection forms the wrist, elbow, and knee joints. Each of the pin connections are removable, thereby allowing for assembly and disassembly of the repositionable display system. A stand may be provided to maintain the repositionable display system in a substantially upright position. Cedar wood may be used to construct the repositionable display system which assists in repelling insects while emitting a pleasing aroma.

Abstract: A support system is made up of a plurality of alternating rods and sleeves. Each sleeve forms a pair of sockets configured to movably receive and retain one of the first or second ends of adjacent rods, forming a bendable linkage. A cover is provided to surround the linkage, and a coupler is provided to cover the linkage. An electrical switch may be provided within one of the joints between sleeves and rods whereby movement of the rod relative to the sleeve actuates the switch.

Abstract: A life-like doll has a soft body to better simulate the characteristics of a human body. The doll has an internal structure, which allows for life-like movement and positioning or posing. The internal structure includes sections or segments connected together by pivot, twist or ball joints. The joints have sufficient resistance to movement, via friction or a detent, to hold the limbs and torso of the doll into given posed positions. The soft body covers and conceals the internal structure, so that the doll has a life-like appearance.

Abstract: A poseable figure has a spine system that is capable of a wide range of life-like movement and capable of being positioned and maintained in numerous life-like poses. The spine system includes a plurality of mating spine segments engaged, in a friction fit, with one another such that the mating spine segments swivel with respect to one another. A soft body portion, such as a foam, is disposed around the spine system to simulate the flesh of the figure and to allow the spine system to be moved into a wide range of positions. In-one embodiment, first and second appendage connectors couple a first and second pair of appendages, such as arms and legs, to the spine system such that the appendages swivel with respect to the spine system and can be moved and held in numerous positions. A resilient member preferably extends through the mating spine segments and engages with the head of the figure to hold the head in swiveling engagement with a neck segment coupled to the spine system.

Abstract: A swing posture doll includes a bent-forward chest member 5 on a waist member 4 supported by a pair of leg members 2, 2a. Right and left arm members 6, 7 are attached to shoulder portions on both sides of the chest member 5 so as to be capable of taking a slightly bent-forward posture. A head portion 9 is provided on the chest member 5, and the chest member 5 is capable of rotating about the shaft which can oscillate in the lateral direction. The right arm member 6 and the left arm member 7 attached to the chest member 5 are formed to be capable of rotating and bending in specified directions. Thus, by applying swinging movement from sports to the arm members 6, 7 while rotating the chest member 5, it is possible to represent a desirable swing.

Abstract: This invention discloses a toy doll which can be moved and rotated like a human being. Once a pose is taken the pose is maintained. The toy doll comprises an upper body, an abdomen portion constructed of an upper abdomen and a lower abdomen and a lower body, wherein an interconnecting bar connects the body portions and the abdomen portions which rub against each other and are movable. They are also forced toward the center of the interconnecting bar.

Abstract: A doll includes a pair of arms, a pair of legs and a head supported by a doll torso. One of the doll arms is secured to the torso at a shoulder joint which includes the outer end of an arm movement mechanism. The arm movement mechanism includes an arm shaft pivotally supported at the shoulder joint of the doll at one end and having a ball at the interior end thereof. The arm movement mechanism within the doll further includes a slidably supported traveler having a spring urging the traveler toward one end of its motion. The traveler includes a rearwardly extending lever passing through an aperture formed in the doll torso. The traveler defines a socket which receives the ball end of the arm shaft in a pivotal attachment. As the user moves the lever upon the doll torso, the arm shaft is pivoted causing a corresponding pivotal movement of the doll arm.

Abstract: An inanimate figure having soft, resiliently deformable skin defining a body and limbs, at least one of the limbs housing an articulating limb structure comprising at least two substantially rigid limb frame members joined by at least one articulating joint disposed therebetween.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanical model of an animal, especially a toy dog with forelegs and hind legs which are pivotally arranged around a first pivot with a rotation axis perpendicular to the direction of movement of the animal model, wherein the forelegs are articulated by a first drive mechanism with a first gear unit and a first drive axis. Said arrangement is configured in such a way that at least one hind leg is pivotally arranged around a second pivot, wherein the rotation axes of the hind leg are tilted in relation to each other at a given angle and a second drive mechanism is provided for selectable movement of the hind leg around the second pivot.

Abstract: A poseable figure has a spine system that is capable of a wide range of life-like movement and capable of being positioned and maintained in numerous life-like poses. The spine system includes of plurality of mating spine segments engaged, in a friction fit, with one another such that the mating spine segments swivel with respect to one another. A soft body portion, such as a foam, is disposed around the spine system to simulate the flesh of the figure and to allow the spine system to be moved into a wide range of positions. In one embodiment, first and second appendage connectors couple a first and second pair of appendages, such as arms and legs, to the spine system such that the appendages swivel with respect to the spine system and can be moved and held in numerous positions. A resilient member preferably extends through the mating spine segments and engages with the head of the figure to hold the head in swiveling engagement with a neck segment coupled to the spine system.

Abstract: A jewelry article, such as a charm or pendant, includes a hollow body having plural generally spherical bearing recesses for receiving bearing parts of plural appendages which are secured to the body by respective retaining pins having truncated spherical head portions and shank portions which project from the bearing part to the interior of the body. The pin shank portions are soldered to the body from within the interior cavity to provide rotatable hidden joint connections between the body and the appendages, respectively. Each appendage has an additional elongated part which is secured to the bearing part after the bearing part is secured to the body. The body is cast as a two part hollow structure, one of the body parts having the plural recesses and a hemispherical boss for supporting the bearing parts of the appendages and for supporting a further appendage by a retaining pin extending from within the one body part through the further appendage.

Abstract: A doll having a natural appearance, a natural feel, and natural motion has an internal support system covered by a flexible integument. The support system has a forward section corresponding to a shoulder girdle and a rearward section corresponding to a pelvic girdle. The forward section and the rearward section are connected by a first component that is flexible in range but not in scope. Forward limbs are attached to the forward section and rearward limbs are attached to the rearward section. A plurality of components comprising a second (straight) component, a third (hinge joint) component, and a fourth (ball-and-socket joint) component are used for other portions of the support system.

Abstract: A releasable connecting member for a mannequin having a resiliently deformable first contact member with a contact area, connected to one of a support end and object attachment end, and a second contact member, connected to the other of the support end and object attachment end, contacting the contact area. The first contact member includes an adjuster for adjusting the mass of the first contact member in the contact area. The force required to overcome the contact force between the contact area and the second contact member is increased or decreased with a corresponding increase or decrease of mass of the first contact member at the contact area by the adjuster.

Abstract: Improvements in the form of articulated structures for dolls or puppet bodies are disclosed. The improvements include a structure or skeleton-like framework in which the various elements and members which comprise it are connected with one another at their ends by link connections which in combination with the structure of the referenced ends constitute ball and socket articulations. The link connections are formed by two spheres 8a connected by a radial appendix 8b, over which is injected the integrating material making up the semispherical catches 9, constructed in the ends of the elements or members of the skeleton-like framework. The improvements are applicable in the manfuacture of articulated structures for dolls which permit stable and voluntary positioning of their members or connecting parts.

Abstract: The doll has the peculiarity that the movement towards the right or towards the left of one of its arms carries with it the same movement of the head and also of the eyes. Likewise, the movement upwards or downwards of the arm carries with it the movement upwards and downwards of the head. Both movements can be made in combination, whereby any object (dummy, feeding bottle or similar) held in the hand of the driven arm, is carried towards the upper-front part, in such a way that if it is a feeding bottle this one is applied to the mouth of the doll and a miction of the doll is produced. Such movements are achieved as a consequence that the driven arm and the head are assembled on the body of the doll, through both ball joints, through a series of levers, axles and forks as so as to allow of transmission of the movements of a main lever associated to the ball joint of the arm, up to the ball joint itself of the head. FIG. 1.

Abstract: A construction system where elements have connection components for a ball-to-socket or socket-to-socket connection. The ball-to-socket connection "locks" at orientations when one or more detents in the interior of the socket protrude into one or more of a plurality of dimples on the ball. The construction elements generally have an elongated body with a dimpled ball at one end and a socket at the other end, or dimpled balls at both ends, or sockets at both ends. In addition to the ball-and-socket connection, elements may connect in a socket-to-body connection, or a number of different types of socket-to-socket connections. The socket has at least two petals with a lip contour such that in one type of socket-to-socket connection the pair of sockets interlock to form a sphere. The irregular shape of the lip of the socket allows a ball to be leveraged out of a socket, and make orientations over at least 2.pi. steradians available in a ball-to-socket interconnection.

Abstract: A walking mechanism for a toy doll or character having at least one pair of legs. Each leg has a hip end and a foot end. A pair of elliptical idler gears are mounted for rotation about a common shaft, 180 degrees out-of-phase. A second pair of elliptical gears, each in driving relationship with a respective one of the elliptical idler gears are also 180 degrees out-of-phase. The hip end of each leg is mounted for movement with a stub shaft that is in a driven relationship with a respective one of the 180 degree out-of-phase elliptical driving gears to produce a varying speed, generally elliptical orbital movement of the legs to simulate walking.

Abstract: A toy figure has a body of a downwardly open body shell. Arms are attached to the body shell. A support member is inserted from below into and attached to the body shell. The support member carries legs. The legs are allowed to assume a spread-apart position by spreading the legs outwardly from a defined basic position. An inward biasing force is provided which restores the legs toward the defined basic position. The legs are thus automatically returned from the spread-apart position to the defined basic position.

Abstract: A flexible tube includes a number of joint members each having a neck portion of reduced diameter formed between a spherical member and a semi-spherical member. The joint members have a hollow passage for engaging with electric wires. The spherical members each has an annular tapered surface, and the semi-spherical members each has an annular tapered surface formed in the inner peripheral portion for engaging with the annular tapered surface of the spherical member so as to limit a rotational movement of the spherical member relative to the semi-spherical member.

Abstract: A doll formed in the likeness of the Lord Jesus with a movable head and extremities comprised of a torso section including a loin cloth molded into its lower portion and a pair of movable leg sections. The lower ends of the leg sections have a pair of feet sections secured thereto. A pair of arm sections are secured to the torso section. A pair of hand sections are secured to the lower ends of the arm sections. A head section is secured to the upper end of the torso section. The doll is provided with electrically conductive nails which when inserted through apertures in the hands of the doll, mount the doll to a provided cross and close an electrical circuit which illuminates the cross.

Abstract: A model skeleton comprises a plurality of interconnected members, hinge joints joining some at least of the adjacent members for relative articulation between those members and a skeletal torso such as to effect partial simulation of animal movements. Each hinge joint has a pair of projections projecting from one member engaging wall of an adjacent member for relative rotation, a barb on the projection retaining that engagement, and sealing surfaces surrounding the projection and effecting seal between those members.

Abstract: In a toy figure with body parts movable in various directions the body parts (in the embodiment shown the legs) are connected with the body in a manner known per se by means of a socket (13) designed to receive a ball (6). To ensure long-term frictional stability between the movable parts, the body part (9) is formed with a pair of opposed walls (10,11) designed to squeeze an engagement face (7) which is contiguous with the ball (6 l ).

Abstract: A doll which can be posed in various life-like athletic positions. The doll is constructed of sub-units connected to one another by ball and socket joints. A skin which encloses the sub-units is secured to the sub units by insertion of appendages into sockets in the sub-units and by means of a fastener which snaps into a groove pinning the skin to the doll.

Abstract: A doll or similar toy is divulged comprising a flexible body (1) and rigid or semi-rigid members (5, 6). This doll comprises, embedded in its body (1), at least one metal rod (7) each end of which carries a rigid ball (8), each ball being capped with slight clamping by a rigid shell (9) fast with one of the members (5, 6) so as to form an easy fit articulation for this member.

Abstract: A spinable balleria doll having a body, legs, feet arms, hands and a head. A pushrod extends through the body and out of the head. The pushrod is mounted for reciprocal movement relative to the doll. The pushrod engages a square drive nut located in the body of the doll to rotate the body as the pushrod is pushed into the body. Each leg is connected to the body and each foot is connected to its leg to permit rotation of one relative to the other. Releasable detents and teeth are associated with the body, legs and feet to permit each leg to be held in selected positions of rotation relative to the body and each foot to be held in selected positions of rotation relative to its leg.

Abstract: A toy figure is provided with joints having adjustable mobility. Threadably movable rings provided at each joint are used to limit the degree of associated limb movement, and ball sockets are provided with integral stops to control directional movement.

Abstract: An action toy figure has a spring-powered rotatable arm which is capable of simulating a pummelling action. It employs a spring motor, with a pawl-activated ratchet-clutch arrangement which permits full winding while protecting the mechanism against damage due to excessive rotation of the "puncher arm" in either direction.

Abstract: A new type of robotic device is disclosed, using several cable trussed compression members in concert. The cable trussed compression members are deformed along the length of their central compression mast, by the lengthening and shortening in concert of all of the cables of each cable trussed compression member, through the use of motors. Weights traveling on tracks, or fluid filled hoses, are used in addition to the deformation of the cable trussed compression members, to change the location of the center of gravity of the entire assembly, thereby enhancing the balancing and stability of the robotic device. Additional known mechanical and electrical devices may be used in conjunction with the several cable trussed compression members.