Magnetically coupled toy vehicles

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2005-05-24

2005-05-24

Ackun, Jacob K. (Department: 3712)

Amusement devices: toys

Having permanent magnet

Contacting, mutually attracted members

C446S129000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06896574

ABSTRACT:
A magnetic coupling for toy vehicles includes a stationary protruding member and a retractable member, each having a rounded end piece. One of the end pieces is at least partially formed of a magnetic material and the other is at least partially formed of a non-magnetic, magnetically attractive material. A separate end piece can be provided on each of a pair of toy vehicles or each vehicle can be provided with both. The retractable member can be configured to receive the protruding member in a mechanical coupling.

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