TWI303578B - Coupling between two objects, object intended for this purpose, and modular construction system - Google Patents

Description

1303578 IX. Description of the invention: : [Technical field to which the invention pertains] In many instances, a coupling between two objects can be known, for example, as a basic part for toys or for educational purposes. . [Prior Art] For example, a meccan(R) system that has been abandoned before long ago, in which the object has one or more panels with one or more continuous holes. Two similar objects can thus be joined using this system by a nut-bolt connection. Spatial construction can be built in this way. Another example is the LEGO Leg08 system, which is mainly used for younger children. • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION • It is an object of the present invention to provide a type of connection between two objects that, like the known system, has a coupler between the two objects capable of In a particular manner, within a predetermined number of selected selection options, as desired by the user, the coupler is releasable. It is an object of the present invention to provide a coupler that provides a particular selection of options while permitting a wide range of changes within the building structure. According to the present invention, the releasability does not require that the mutually coupled objects can be easily separated. In accordance with the present invention, it is employed that the user must perform a particular well-thought-out action to create a special type of coupling or uncoupling. 7 1303578 In view of the above objects, the present invention provides a coupling between two objects (1, 2) by the action of a coupling element (3); wherein each object 〇, 2) The utility model comprises: a panel (4) having a continuous first hole (5), the first hole (5) having a circular main shape and four inwardly projecting tongues (6) 'Each tongue (4) has two sides (25, 26) extending at least approximately in the direction of the orientation, the tongues (4) being arranged angularly equidistantly, and each tongue (4) Both extend through an approximately 22.5. The coupling element (3) comprises a handle (8) which can be inserted into the first hole (5) between the ends (7) of the tongues (6) and has a spindle (Μ); an insertion stop member (19, 2G) that is present on the central region of the handle (8), and where the & hill boundary handle p (8) can be used when needed A slanting or other orientation is inserted into the first shed, the maximum distance traveled in the same hole (5); four locking cams (9,1〇, 11,12), 13,14,15,16 j , the locks: the cam systems are respectively located at each end region of the two end regions of the handle (8), 18), and the locking projections ♦ (9) 6 each extend through the On 22.5. The angle, and in general. , (9〇._ 22.5°) ? 180° » (270° 99 S° ^ λα _l 1 270 · 22.5 ) relative angular position configuration; and four rotation stop members (21'22, 23, 24), The 敎 cams (9_16) i are respectively arranged at an angular equidistance, and can cooperate with the aforementioned side edges (25, 26);

1303578 so that the coupling element (3) can be inserted into the first hole (5) in one of the four angular equidistant positions as needed in the selected orientation until the insertion stop member (19, 2〇) becomes The panel ") is in contact, and the coupling element (3) can then be rotated through approximately 22.5 relative to the associated object (ι, 2) in one of the directions or in other directions as needed, until the rotation stop member (AM) becomes contacted with an associated side (25'26), thereby locking the cam (9_(1). (two-(6) joint panel (4) f rear portion and the coupling element (7) is locked against the panel (4 The axial displacement; wherein the rotary locking mechanism (27, 28) exists for the purpose of: within each possible angular position 'i.e., (〇.±22 5), (9〇.±22 ( 180〇±22.5〇), (270 〇??... U70 soil 22.5), releasably locks the coupling element (3) relative to each object (1, 2). As noted above, it must be only It is possible to achieve or untie the connection by taking deep action. In four aspects, the coupling according to the present invention preferably has the following specific features: it is only possible to apply a predetermined reservation from the coupling element to the related object. The rotational force will rotate the locking mechanism into and out of their locked state. In a particular example, the coupling has the particular feature that the rotary locking mechanism comprises a combination of a recess and a __ protrusion, The projection is additionally incorporated in each of the possible angular positions: engaging in the recess. The actual embodiment of the belt includes a main arc having a circular arc. The elastic strip is provided with three having _22.5. , 〇0, shape of the elastic strip + 22.5. Relative to the concave position of the 9 1303578 angular position. In actual real money, the coupling contains four strips, each strip is composed of two adjacent rotating stop members The latter example of the two examples may advantageously comprise four protrusions 'the protrusions have the same angular position as the tongue and at least two of the four elastic strips : Second panel The female elastic strip extends through the portion of the coupling element that is substantially 9. The angle and shape should be noted that the functionality of the cymbal means that the angle mentioned in the text must be regarded as a technical object. In the case of the 'coupler', the specific feature is that each of the pieces is made of plastic. Or the coupling element is = advantageously embodied so that each object and/or is produced by injection molding. .

The front view I of the coupling element can be provided in which the coupling element d is shown to be identical or mirror symmetrical. Such a choice: 联接 The coupling produced in the following steps uses a forward-looking form with the opening, and the ancient A%-4 has a coupling element; an open extrusion head to make a squeeze or The rear view is identical (b) such that the extrudate has (c) a selected length to remove more of the required length; and a piece. The remaining parts are used to obtain a coupling element. The coupling preferably has a special feature. The handle has a form of 10 1303578 which is assembled with another object to form a unit. Figure 1 to Figure 6 illustrate a coupler between two objects by the action of a coupling element; each of which contains: a panel with a continuous first hole, 35 The first hole has a circular main shape and four inwardly projecting tongues, each having two sides extending at least approximately in a radial direction, the tongues being angled Arranged in an equidistant manner, and each tongue extends through an approximately 22.5. The angle of the coupling element includes a handle. The P can be inserted into the first hole between the ends of the tongues and has a main axis; The component 'is present on the towel area of the handle, and the handle can be in the most loved, and, in the flute, the door, and in the orientation or other orientation is inserted into the younger brother. The maximum distance traveled through a hole; four locking cams, each of which is located on each end region of the Γ region, such that each of the cams is extended by two substantially 22·5 The angle, and in the approximate 0., (9〇:: 22.5) '180.' (27〇, 22 5) relative angular position configuration; and the angle:: rotation stop member, the system is increased by a locking cam and angularly equidistantly configured and cooperating with the aforementioned sides = the connecting element can be inserted in the selected orientation at four angles, etc. as desired - In the hole, until insert 12 1303578; the stop member becomes contact with the panel And the coupling element can be connected; the viewing needs to be rotated through substantially 22.5 relative to the relevant object in one direction or in other directions until the rotation stopping member becomes in contact with an associated side, thereby locking The cam engages the rear portion of the panel and the coupling element is locked against axial displacement relative to the panel; wherein the rotary locking mechanism is present for each of the possible angular positions, ie, (0. 22.5.), (90. soil 22.5 inches), (180 gentlemen 22.5.), (270 soil 22.5), releasably locks the joint elements relative to each object. The illustrated example makes The rotary locking mechanism can only be brought into and out of their locked state by applying a rotational force distance between the coupling element and the associated object 1 '2. The rotary locking mechanism comprises a a recess 2 a β mouthpiece and a combination of protrusions 27 wherein the protrusion is additionally elastically joined to the recess in an angular position of each of the jaws like J month b Also shown in the context of the example φ, μ ^ n, r M, the ten joints contain - an elastic strip with the main shape of the arc, a π gong 3 〇, the elastic strip 30 There are three eight-two-22.5, 〇., + 22 5. phase 28c. The sub-object diagonal position of the recesses 28a, 28b, the coupler actually contains a _ strips 3 〇, each strip - Adjacent to the rotation stopping member 21_24. The coupling further includes four protruding portions of the acupressures 27a, 27b, 27c, 27d, which have a wide angular position and are formed. And together with at least one of the four elastic strips, 13 1303578, each of which extends through substantially nine turns. The corners are formed and part of the coupling element 3 is formed.

Among all the unpainted examples, each of the objects 2, 2 and /戋 coupling elements 3 is made of plastic. V injection molding is a very suitable manufacturing method. In particular, it will be apparent from Fig. 5A that the front and rear views of the coupling element are the same in the illustrated embodiment. The coupling element 3 can thus be manufactured by the following steps:

(a) using one having an opening, the opening having the form of a coupling member; the extrusion head of the mouth to make a front view of the extrusion 3 or the same rear view (b) providing the extrusion with the desired The length of the coupling element (C) and the removal of the excess part to obtain the piece 3 〇, 攸 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 将会 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄 柄Hole 31, a suitable roll

Between the holes h, and, Τ': can be inserted into the second singer to apply a force distance by the action of a tool, the coupling element 3 can be #彳^, relative to the related object 1, 2 was turned around. The second hole 31 of the continuous operation has four grooves 32a, 32b, 32c, 32d for the purpose of this purpose, and these grooves are arranged with the angular groove 32a extending through the entire length of the hole 31 and are extended The two diametrically opposed transducers may, for example, be inserted into the recesses 32a, 32C in your entirety, and interact with the grooves 32b, 32d. And the present invention is more related to a kind of root-like pattern. 14 1303578 of the type of object 3, therefore when the coupling element 3 is inserted into two objects i, 2 arranged on one side, it is practical to use the described non-circular holes and screws, such as screwdrivers A suitable tool is provided to facilitate the rotation required for the coupling element 3. The tool can also be used to release the coupling. [Simple Description of the Drawings] The invention will now be elucidated based on the accompanying drawings. In the drawings: Figure 1 illustrates A perspective view of an object and a coupling element at some mutual distance; Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view corresponding to the figure, wherein the coupling element is inserted into the object; Figure 3 illustrates the phase with Figure 2. Corresponding standing View, wherein the coupling element is rotated through 22_5. and thus is fixed to the object; Figures 4A and 4B, Figures 4C and 4D illustrate the use of a smaller ratio and for the purpose of illustrating Among the synergies, the first phase of Figure 1, the second phase of Figure 2, the third phase of Figure 3 that has been implemented, and the third phase of Figure 4 that may occur; Figure 5A illustrates the FIG. 5B illustrates a side view of the object having the coupling element according to FIG. 5a; FIG. 6A illustrates a top view of the object corresponding to FIG. 5A and a coupling element inserted in the opposite orientation; 6B illustrates a side view of the object and the coupling element in the state of FIG. 1; and 16 1303578 FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, 7D, 7E, 7F' and 7H illustrate between two objects The coupler, these have 0°, 45°, 90°, 135°, 180°, 225°, 270. and orientation. Figure 7G Object is divided into 315°

[Description of main component symbols] 1 Object 2 Object 3 Coupling element 4 Panel 5 First hole 6 Tongue 7 End 8 Handle 9 Locking cam 10 Locking cam 11 Locking cam 12 Locking cam 13 Locking cam 14 Locking cam 15 Locking Cam 16 locking cam 17 end region 18 end region 19 insertion stop member 17 1303578

20 insertion stop member 21 rotation stop member 22 rotation stop member 23 rotation stop member 24 rotation stop member 25 side 26 side 27 rotation lock mechanism 28 rotation lock mechanism 29 spindle 30 elastic strip 31 second hole 32a groove 32b concave Groove 32c groove 32d groove

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Claims (1)

1303578 The following year S month r repair (8) is replacing page ten, the scope of patent application: I a coupler between two objects (1, 2) by the action of a coupling element (3); each of them The objects (1, 2) each comprise: a panel (4) with a continuous first hole (5) having a circular main shape and four inward projections Tongue (6), each tongue (6) having two sides (25, 26) extending at least approximately in a radial direction, the tongues (6) being angularly equidistant The configuration is such that each tongue (6) extends through an approximately 22.5. The coupling element (3) comprises a handle (1) which can be inserted into the first hole (5) between the ends (7) of the tongues (4) and has a spindle (Μ). an insertion stop member (19, 2()) that is present on a central region of the handle (1) and defines the handle (8) to be oriented in a direction or The maximum distance that other orientations are inserted into the first hole (5)"; Ρ丨回蜎疋 cam c 9,1〇, U,12,· f AA (1), (13,14,15,16) The locking cams are respectively located at each end region of the two end regions (17, 18) of the shank and the cymbal (8), and the locking cams (9_16) each extend through a substantially The upper 22.5 〇 strip is again 'and is roughly 〇., (9〇〇-22.50), 180〇, f 270. u _ 22·5°) relative angular position configuration; and four rotation stop members (21 ,22,23,24 ) The system is increased by 19 l3〇3578 蕾S月J日修 (10) The replacement page is added to a locking cam (9-16) and is monthly Arranged in an equidistant manner and can cooperate with the aforementioned side edges (25, 26); such that the coupling element (3) ^ . . w φ 乂 is at one of the four angular equidistance positions as needed The selected 66, 疋 疋 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 被 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入 插入Depending on the direction: or 疋 other directions, the relative object (ι, 2) is rotated through approximately 22.5. 'Until the rotation stop member (Μ) becomes in contact with an off side (25'26) So far, the locking cam (9-12); (= 〇 joint panel (4) f rear part and the coupling element (1) is locked by the lock against the axial displacement of the panel (4); wherein the rotation locking mechanism (27, 28) The purpose of existence is: among every possible angular position, that is, '(〇.士22 5。), (9〇.±22.5., —(180422.5.), (27(r±22) 5D), locking the coupling element (3) relative to each object (1, 2) in a releasable manner. The coupling described in the item, wherein the rotary locking mechanism (27, 28) can only be brought in and carried away by applying a predetermined rotational force between the coupling element and the associated object (1, 2) 3. The locker of claim 2, wherein the rotary lock mechanism (27'28) comprises a combination of a recess (28) and a projection (27), and the projection 胄(27) additionally engages in the recess (28) in an elastic manner among each possible angular position. 4. The coupling according to the patent application 帛37, which comprises 20 1303578 an elastic strip (30) having a circular arc-shaped main open shape, the elastic (30) being provided with three right bars With UU2.5. , hehe. , +22.5. The phase recesses (28a, 28b, 28c). Angle < Set 5 · The coupling described in the object of the application of the scope of the object, which consists of four strips (30), each chrome * 匕 s has a parent strip f is composed of two phases The adjacent rotation stop (21-24) is carried. τ stop member 6. The coupling according to item 4 of the patent scope, which comprises four projections (27a, 27b, 27c, 27d), such projections = the same (four) position of the tongues (4), forming a τ panel a portion of (4) and interacting with at least one of the four elastic strips (3G), each of the elastic strips I (30) extending through a substantially 90-degree angular sound and forming the joint A part of the component (3). The connector of claim 5, comprising four protrusions (27a, 27b, 27c, 27d), the protrusions having the tongues The same angular position of the object (6), forming a portion of the panel (4) and cooperating with at least one of the four elastic strips (3〇), each of which is elastic (胄3) The extension extends through an angle of substantially 90 and forms part of the coupling element (3). 8. The coupling of any one of clauses 1 to 7 of the patent application. Each object (i, 2) and/or the coupling element (" is made of plastic. & 9. As described in claim 6 a coupling in which each object (1 '2) and/or the coupling element (3) is manufactured by injection molding. 0 21 1303578 "Repair (5) is being replaced: 1 〇 · as applied for a patent body (ι, 2) and / or a coupler, wherein each of the ... ... element (3) is manufactured by injection molding u. As claimed in the scope of the element (3) is the coupling described, wherein The joint smasher is manufactured by the following steps:) Using a squeezing head with an opening to clamp your body 1 open u 盥m pull the hoe to make a squeeze the same form; (4) (3) before View or rear view (1) to make the extrudate have the required length; and when the piece (3) is selected, the excess part is removed to obtain the coupling element described in item 7 of the coupling element =!:! Wherein the joint) is manufactured by the following steps: the same form; /, ^ the front view or the rear view () of the piece (3) gives the 4 extrudates the desired length; and C e ) to select Ancient pieces (3). Remove the excess part to obtain a coupling element 13 · As claimed in the patent scope, the first top ξ f隹7 g # & coupling, wherein the handle two:: 苐乂 item of any one of the two The hole (3)), called... has an axial non-circular continuous first, and, • the second tool can be inserted into the second hole (31). The coupling element (3) can: and: the role of the tool To apply - a force distance 'the U is rotated relative to the associated object (1, 2). 22 1.303578 year $ month r repair (戽) is being replaced page 14. An object (!) that is reported as part of the patent application range 帛1 to u, which is designed and apparently As an element for a coupling, the object (1) comprises at least one panel (4) having at least one continuous first hole (5) such that the object () can be passed through at least one coupling element ( 3) is coupled to at least two other similar objects (2). 15* is an object as described in claim 13 of the scope of the patent, which comprises a panel (4) having a plurality of consecutive first-holes (5) having the edge along the same hole (5) The surface of the panels is measured as an equal center-to-center distance. Where, in the case of more than y first-holes (5) in one panel (4), these holes (5) are arranged. In a straight arrangement 'and within the applicable range, they are arranged in mutually perpendicular arrangements. 16. A modular construction system to be used for toys or for educational purposes, except for some of the coupling elements (3) of any one of claims 1 to 13 The system comprises an object (1, 2) as described in claim 14 or claim 15, wherein the coupling elements (3) are used to interconnect with each other by the function of the coupling member depending on the needs of the user. The object (i, 2) is assembled into a unit by means of some objects (i, 2) and coupling elements (3). 17. The modular construction system of claim 16, wherein the modular construction system is supplied in a packaging program (h & packaging). 23 1303578 XI. Schema: as the next page twenty four