Amusement devices: toys – Sounding
Patent
1995-02-27
1999-02-02
Hafer, Robert A.
Amusement devices: toys
Sounding
446491, A63H 3700
Patent
active
058656642
ABSTRACT:
A mat toy is provided that has many soft microbubbles extending upward from its upper surface. Gas is sealed within each bubble. When jumped upon by a child, a bubble becomes compressed and bursts with a popping sound enjoyed by children. The soft upper layer is adherent to a stiff bottom layer. This provides sufficient rigidity that the mat lies flat when jumped upon and cannot wrap around and suffocate a child. The bottom surface is further provided with a high friction, slip or skid-resistant surface so that the mat will not slide out from under the jumping child to avoid injury. The upper layers may be light transmissive and indicia such as a colored cartoon animal may be provided at a lower layer that is visible to the child for enhanced appeal. An intermediate cushioning layer such as a closed cell foam may alternatively be provided.
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Blum Alvin S.
Carlson Jeffrey D.
Hafer Robert A.
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