US20080125000A1 - Collapsible pinata devices and methods for making same - Google Patents
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- the various embodiments of the present invention relate generally to pi ⁇ atas, and more specifically, to collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices and methods to make collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices.
- Pi ⁇ atas have long been popular for distributing gifts at children's parties and providing recreational activities at similar festive events.
- Traditional pi ⁇ atas are typically formed of frangible material and items such as candy, toys, and money can be placed within pi ⁇ atas.
- participants are blindfolded and attempt to strike a pi ⁇ ata suspended above ground.
- game participants use strong, rigid objects such as baseball bats, to break open pi ⁇ atas. Breaking open a pi ⁇ ata can reveal the items hidden within the pi ⁇ ata, and according to some pi ⁇ ata games participants win those items they successfully remove from the pi ⁇ ata by striking it.
- pi ⁇ atas exist today. Indeed, known pi ⁇ atas are generally made in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Conventional pi ⁇ atas do have associated drawbacks, including their large size, inability to be compressed into a smaller size without causing damage, and possibility of being damage due to fragile manufacturing materials and methods. In addition, pi ⁇ atas having a large, unchangeable size do not lend themselves to be easily transported.
- collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices and methods for making collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices that address the above and other needs.
- collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices that take up small amounts of space when collapse, that can easily be uncollapsed, and that have sturdy exteriors not easily damaged. It is to the provision of such collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices and methods for making collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices that the various embodiments of the present invention are directed.
- the various embodiments of the present invention include collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices and methods for making collapsible pi ⁇ ata devices.
- pi ⁇ ata devices according to embodiments of the present invention enable compact storage in a manner that does not damage or alter the exterior appearance of a collapsible pi ⁇ ata.
- pi ⁇ ata devices according to the present invention are easily collapsible for easy transport as well as expansion into full size.
- pi ⁇ ata devices according to some embodiments of the present invention are useful because the overall artistic and visual effect is stronger for pi ⁇ ata devices according to the present invention. Indeed, when extended from a collapsed condition to full size, the pi ⁇ ata will exhibit a different form the collapsed state and thus present a surprise for user.
- Other advantages according the present invention include efficient and easy production process production, pi ⁇ atas having large internal volumes, reduced amount of manufacturing materials, and ability to easily attach associated pi ⁇ ata decorative items.
- a pi ⁇ ata device is a specially designed and novel pi ⁇ ata.
- a decorative pi ⁇ ata gaming system comprises a pi ⁇ ata capable of being collapsed in a portable carrying condition and expanded into an uncollapsed condition.
- the pi ⁇ ata can generally comprise an exterior shell, an inner support, and a framing system.
- the exterior shell has a collapsed condition and an uncollapsed condition.
- the uncollapsed condition defines an interior substantially enclosed by the exterior shell.
- the inner support carries the exterior shell.
- the inner support member is located at least partially within the interior in the uncollapsed condition.
- the framing system comprises a plurality of elongated frame members.
- the frame members can extend from the inner support to the exterior shell.
- the elongated frame members support and carry the exterior shell in the uncollapsed condition.
- the exterior shell can comprise an inner layer and an outer layer.
- the inner layer and the outer layer being can be coupled to the elongated frame members such that the elongated frame members are positioned between the inner layer and the outer layer.
- inner support can define a perimeter, and the elongated frame members of the framing system can have a geometrical shape substantially similar to the perimeter.
- a pi ⁇ ata can comprise a second collapsible pi ⁇ ata disposed generally within the interior to yield a pi ⁇ ata-within-a-pi ⁇ ata arrangement.
- the second collapsible pi ⁇ ata can have a second exterior shell carried by the inner support that also carries the pi ⁇ ata.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a collapsed view of a pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective-side view of an uncollapsed pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an uncollapsed pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 illustrates a partial view of a pi ⁇ ata device having multiple spherical-shaped pi ⁇ atas according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a pi ⁇ ata device having multiple pi ⁇ atas according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 6 illustrates a partial collapsed view of an oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of an oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 8 illustrates a partial collapsed view of a rectangular-shaped pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 9 illustrates a perspective view of a rectangular-shaped pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 10 illustrates a logical flow diagram of a method to manufacture a pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a collapsed view of a pi ⁇ ata device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is capable of being in a collapsed state and expanded into an uncollapsed state. A range of expansion exists between a collapsed state and a fully expanded state.
- FIG. 1 the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is shown in a collapsed state.
- FIG. 2 the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is shown in a fully expanded state that forms a spherically-shaped pi ⁇ ata.
- FIG. 3 also illustrates the pi ⁇ ata device 100 in a fully expanded state and FIG. 3 illustrates an interior cross-section of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 when fully expanded.
- the pi ⁇ ata device 100 generally comprises a collapsible exterior 105 and an inner support wall 110 .
- the collapsible exterior 105 and the inner support wall 110 are connected together such that the collapsible exterior 105 can move relative to the inner support wall 110 .
- This movement advantageously enables transition between a collapsed state and uncollapsed state.
- the collapsible exterior 105 is coupled to the inner support wall 110 at two attachment points 115 , 120 on the inner support wall. Such an attachment configuration enables movement between expanded and collapsed states.
- the collapsible exterior 105 can comprise multiple portions. Indeed, the collapsible exterior 105 , as illustrated, can comprise a first extendable portion 125 and a second extendable portion 130 .
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 on opposing sides of the inner support wall 110 .
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 are preferably constructed from materials than are pre-folded such that when the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is expanded or collapsed the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 do not impede transition between the two states.
- pre-folded paper enables the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 to be folded on itself in the collapsed position ( FIG. 1 ), and provides the pi ⁇ ata device 100 with an exterior that is aesthetically pleasing and rigid enough to use for pi ⁇ ata construction ( FIG. 2 ).
- pre-folded paper such as between 110-gram to 70-gram offset printing paper.
- Other paper materials such as card stock-type paper may also be used. What is important is that the utilized paper be pre-folded to enable transition between collapsed and uncollapsed states as shown in the various attached figures.
- the collapsible exterior 105 can be made with multiple layers or material sections.
- an inner layer and an outer layer is used.
- the inner layer faces the interior of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 and the outer layer is the exterior of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 .
- the inner and outer layers can be of the same material and can be coupled to each other to form a pi ⁇ ata device 100 having a rigid body.
- the layers are preferably configured to have corresponding folds thereby enabling the collapsible exterior 105 to easily transition between collapsed and expanded states.
- the inner support 105 carries the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 . Also, the inner support wall 105 define a central axis 135 of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 .
- the central axis 135 is shown by line A-A in FIGS. 1-2 and is a line that enters the plane of the page of FIG. 3 in a perpendicular orientation.
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 rest against the inner support wall 105 in a substantially flat manner and are situated proximate the inner support wall in the collapsed state.
- FIGS. 1 In the fully extended position ( FIGS.
- first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 envelop the inner support wall so that the inner support wall is not viewable.
- This advantageous feature of the present invention provides a collapsible pi ⁇ ata having a sturdy interior support wall that is hidden from view within the interior of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 when the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is expanded for use.
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 are attached to the inner support wall 105 .
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 are rotatably or pivotally attached to the inner support wall 105 proximate the central axis 135 of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 .
- ends of the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 are attached to the inner support wall to enable movement of the collapsible exterior 105 relative to the inner support wall 110 such that the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 rotate about the central axis 135 .
- the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 in various manners. As shown in FIG. 1 , ends 140 , 145 of the first extendable portion 125 are coupled to the inner support wall 110 . Also, although not visible in FIG. 1 , the second extendable portion 130 (situated behind the first extendable portion 125 in this view) is also attached at its ends (not shown) to the inner support wall. Alternatively in other embodiments, the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 can be coupled to the inner support wall 110 at other locations of the inner support wall 110 proximate the axis 135 .
- the preferable attachment configuration of the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 to the inner support wall 110 includes each of the components having a common aperture extending therein.
- the common apertures can be aligned such that attachment mechanism used to secure the components together.
- Such an attachment mechanism can be a string inserted into the apertures.
- the ends of the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 can then be taped at their ends.
- This attachment configuration advantageously enables a pivotal attachment so that the ends of the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 can rotate about the axis 135 in transition between a collapsed state and an expanded state.
- the attachment configuration as shown in FIGS. 1-3 enables the inner support wall 110 to have various shapes and configurations. Indeed, while the inner support wall 110 can have a generally half-circular shape, portions of the interior can be cut away or removed since the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 are only attached to the inner support wall at opposing ends of the inner support wall. As shown in the figures of this application, the inner support wall 110 can take various shapes and its shape will depend on the desired shape of an expanded pi ⁇ ata since the inner support wall will generally have a shape corresponding to cross-section of the exposed pi ⁇ ata.
- the collapsible exterior 105 can have a geometrical shape that corresponds to the interior support wall 110 in the uncollapsed state such that a cross section of the pi ⁇ ata device between the central axis and the collapsible exterior has the same the geometrical shape of the interior support wall.
- the general shape of the inner support wall 110 is that of a half-circle and the pi ⁇ ata device 100 has a spherical shape when expanded.
- the inner support wall 110 can be half of a planar cross-section of the spherically-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 100 .
- Other pi ⁇ ata shapes can have differently shaped inner support walls.
- the pi ⁇ ata device 100 can also comprise framing support members 150 , 155 ( FIG. 3 ).
- the support members 150 , 155 can extend outwardly from the central axis 135 to the collapsible exterior 105 , and be coupled to the inner support wall 110 .
- the support members 150 , 155 are preferably between and coupled to the central axis 135 and the collapsible exterior 105 .
- the pi ⁇ ata device 100 can comprise a first framing support member 150 and a second framing support member 155 .
- the first framing support member 150 and the second framing support member 155 can be situated proximate each other in the uncollapsed state.
- FIGS. 1 and 3 The framing support members 150 , 155 of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 are best illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 3 .
- FIG. 1 only shows framing support member 150 and
- FIG. 3 shows both framing support members 150 , 155 .
- the framing support members 150 , 155 are attached to the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 , respectively. While FIGS. 1 and 3 only illustrate two framing support members, other embodiments of the present invention can include additional framing support members.
- the framing support members 150 , 155 are preferably made from a lightweight, rigid material that is more rigid that the collapsible exterior 105 .
- the framing support members 150 , 155 can be disposed between layers of a pi ⁇ ata device 100 if the pi ⁇ ata device is constructed with an exterior 105 having multiple layers. Such configuration enables the framing support members 150 , 155 to be hidden as to not detract from the aesthetic appearance of the pi ⁇ ata device 100 .
- the framing support members 150 , 155 are preferably located at an outer position of the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 .
- This advantageous configuration provides a rigid frame that is rotatable relative to axis 135 and provides support for an expanded pi ⁇ ata device, such as the pi ⁇ ata device shown in FIG. 3 .
- the framing support members 150 , 155 are rotated about the central axis and moved proximate each other thereby expanding the collapsible exterior 105 .
- each of the framing support members 150 , 155 can comprising coupling sections 160 , 165 .
- the coupling sections enable the members to be coupled to each other.
- the coupling sections can 160 , 165 can be latches so that the members 150 , 155 can be securedly attached to each other.
- the coupling sections 160 , 165 are configured to be detachably affixed to each other. Such a configuration advantageously enables the pi ⁇ ata device 100 to be fixed in an expanded state for use.
- the coupling sections 160 , 165 are preferably positioned in the middle areas of the framing support members 150 , 155 .
- the coupling sections can have an angular shape with an apex extending beyond the surface of the collapsible exterior 105 .
- the angular shapes enable users to easily hold the pi ⁇ ata device 100 and expand the pi ⁇ ata device 100 by moving the first extendable portion 125 and the second extendable portion 130 such that the pi ⁇ ata device 100 is expanded.
- the angular shape of the coupling sections 160 , 165 with an apex raised above the surface of the collapsible exterior provide a connection point for hanging or suspending the pi ⁇ ata device.
- the raised apex of the coupling sections 160 , 165 can be connected to a string or rope and the expanded pi ⁇ ata device 100 can be suspended using the string or rope.
- FIGS. 4-5 illustrate views of a pi ⁇ ata device 400 comprising multiple spherical-shaped pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 shows a cross-section view of the pi ⁇ ata device 400 in the collapsed state and
- FIG. 5 shows the pi ⁇ ata device 400 in an uncollapsed state between collapsed and fully expanded states.
- the pi ⁇ ata device comprises multiple pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 .
- the first pi ⁇ ata 405 has an interior volume greater than the second pi ⁇ ata 410 .
- the second pi ⁇ ata 410 can be enclosed within the first pi ⁇ ata 405 .
- This embodiment of the present invention thus advantageously provides a pi ⁇ ata within a pi ⁇ ata.
- Such a configuration provides users with additional gaming opportunities since after the first pi ⁇ ata 405 is opened users can then attempt to open the second pi ⁇ ata.
- Both of the pi ⁇ atas can be constructed similar to the pi ⁇ ata device 100 as discussed above and for brevity repetition of these details are not provided again.
- the pi ⁇ ata device 400 posses numerous unique features. Indeed, the first and second pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 both possess collapsible exteriors 415 , 420 .
- the first and second pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 also utilize a common support wall 425 that carry the collapsible exteriors 415 , 420 . As such, a portion of the support wall 425 can be removed so that when expanded the first and second pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 are spaced apart from each other.
- the second pi ⁇ ata 410 can include two framing members, such as framing member 430 , that have raised middle sections, such as middle section 435 .
- the raised middle sections preferably have lengths that extend to framing members of the first pi ⁇ ata 405 and can contact the framing members of the first pi ⁇ ata as shown in FIG. 5 . Such contact advantageously enables expansion of the pi ⁇ atas 405 , 410 in substantially simultaneous fashion.
- FIGS. 1-5 illustrate pi ⁇ atas having a substantially spherical shape. Other geometrical shapes, however, are also possible according to embodiments of the present invention.
- FIGS. 6-7 illustrate views of an oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 600 according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 6 shows the oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 600 in a collapsed condition
- FIG. 7 shows the oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 600 in a fully expanded condition.
- FIGS. 8-9 illustrate views of a rectangular-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 800 according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 1-5 illustrate pi ⁇ atas having a substantially spherical shape. Other geometrical shapes, however, are also possible according to embodiments of the present invention.
- FIGS. 6-7 illustrate views of an oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 600 according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 6 shows the oval-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 600 in a collapsed condition
- FIG. 7 shows the oval-shaped pi ⁇ at
- FIGS. 6-9 show the rectangular-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 800 in a collapsed condition and FIG. 9 shows the rectangular-shaped pi ⁇ ata device 800 in a fully expanded condition. It should be understood that the embodiments illustrated in FIGS. 6-9 are made in the same manner as the above-discussed embodiments only having different material shapes, and for brevity, these same details are omitted.
- FIG. 10 illustrates a logical flow diagram of a method 1000 to manufacture a pi ⁇ ata device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
- a pi ⁇ ata can be manufactured by hand, by machine, or a combination of both. It should be understand that the method 1000 is only one method embodiment of the present invention and that the method 1000 can have various additional actions or be performed in various orders.
- the method 1000 includes various actions to assemble and manufacture a collapsible pi ⁇ ata.
- the method 1000 can initiate at 1005 by providing an interior support wall member.
- the interior support wall member can define a first surface, a second surface, a central axis, and an outer perimeter.
- the interior support wall can carry other portions of the pi ⁇ ata and provide a base from which other portions of the pi ⁇ ata can rotate to transition between a collapsed state and an expanded state. In a collapsed state other portions of the pi ⁇ ata can lay substantially flat and planar with the support wall and in an expanded state other portions of the pi ⁇ ata can enclose the support wall so that it is positioned within the interior of a pi ⁇ ata.
- the method 1000 can continue by attaching other portions of to the support wall.
- a first collapsible outer wall can be attached to the first surface of the interior support wall.
- the first collapsible outer wall preferably has a first perimeter that generally corresponds to the outer perimeter of the interior support wall such that the two components have substantially equal perimeters.
- a second collapsible outer wall can be coupled to the second surface of the interior support wall at 1015 .
- the second collapsible outer wall can have a second perimeter that generally corresponds to the outer perimeter of the interior support wall such that all three components (interior support wall, first collapsible wall, and second collapsible wall) have substantially equal perimeters.
- the method 1000 can include supporting the collapsible walls.
- at 1020 at least one frame support member can be disposed proximate at least one of the first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible wall.
- the frame support member can support the collapsible outer walls to have a shape the generally conforms to the frame support members.
- Preferably both collapsible outer walls have an attached frame support member at the outer ends of the collapsible walls.
- the frame support members can be made from metal wire and provide a grasping point to expand the pi ⁇ ata to a fully expanded position.
- the first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outer wall each comprise an inner layer and an outer layer.
- the frame support members can be disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer such at 1025 .
- the frame support members can be positioned between the inner layer and the outer layer of the collapsible outer walls.
- a first frame member can be positioned within the first collapsible layer and a second frame member positioned within the second collapsible layer.
- the method 1000 can also include additional features.
- the method can include providing a plurality of folds in the first collapsible layer and the second collapsible layer.
- the folds advantageously enable the first collapsible layer and the second collapsible layer to move between a collapsed state and an uncollapsed state. Indeed, the folds allow the collapsible walls to be collapsed in such a manner to not harm the exterior appearance of a pi ⁇ ata according to embodiments of the present invention.
- Another feature include providing a locking device at 1035 .
- the locking device can be coupled to an outer end of at least one of the first collapsible outer wall or the second collapsible outer wall.
- the locking device enables the ends of the first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible to be securedly locked to each other.
- the locking device can be a latch.
- the locking device enables the pi ⁇ ata to be fixed in the expanded state for use.
- the method 1000 also preferably includes at 1040 configuring the first collapsible outer wall and the second collapsible outer wall to rotate about the central axis. This advantageous feature allows the outer walls to transition between a collapsed state and an uncollapsed state.
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