Transformable toy

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2009-02-12

2011-11-29

Kim, Gene (Department: 3711)

Amusement devices: toys

Construction toy

Vehicle

C446S095000, C446S099000, C446S376000, C446S487000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08066542

ABSTRACT:
A transformable toy which can be automatically transformed despite the fact that members are merely pivotably connected as in conventional transformable toys is provided. The transformable toy, which is transformed from a box-like configuration to a robot configuration, is vertically and longitudinally divided into two parts, when in the box-like configuration, includes an upper front member, an upper rear member, a lower front member, and a lower rear member, and has a frame disposed therein for supporting the above members. The upper front member and the upper rear member are each pivotably connected to the frame directly, or through a link, and are foldably connected with each other. The connecting portion between the frame and the upper rear member has an elastic member for urging the upper front member and the upper rear member in a direction to be folded.

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