Amusement devices: toys – Construction toy – Interfitting elements
Patent
1996-08-28
1998-09-08
Hafer, Robert A.
Amusement devices: toys
Construction toy
Interfitting elements
446125, A63H 3308
Patent
active
058037829
ABSTRACT:
A plurality of connector blocks and connecting members are provided to comprise a universal connector assembly. In this assembly, each connector block is formed to have a body portion defining a plurality of sides that extend outwardly from a central region. Each side is substantially cross-shaped and has a substantially cross-shaped receiving slot. A plurality of elongated connecting members are also provided for releasable engagement within the receiving slots of the connector units. Like the receiving slots, the connecting members have a substantially cross-shaped cross-section and are appropriately dimensioned to releasably engage the receiving slots of the connector units.
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Boss Gerald R.
Carlson Jeffrey D.
Hafer Robert A.
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