CN220360698U

CN220360698U - Jigsaw puzzle

Info

Publication number: CN220360698U
Application number: CN202090001192.7U
Authority: CN
Inventors: P.J.福茨; T.C.里格比; S.H.里钦斯; S.B.劳勒斯
Original assignee: Lowerley Co ltd
Current assignee: Lowerley Co ltd
Priority date: 2020-06-08
Filing date: 2020-06-08
Publication date: 2024-01-19
Anticipated expiration: 2030-06-08
Also published as: JP3241802U; GB202218172D0; KR20230019883A; AU2020452788A1; WO2021251949A1; DE112020007309T5; CA3186420A1; US20230107814A1; GB2610357A; MX2022015576A

Abstract

A puzzle for a child includes a rigid frame and a set of movable, rigid, non-interlocking pieces. The rigid frame has two opposing broad sides defining a thickness therebetween. Each broad side of the rigid frame defines a plurality of recesses therein. Each recess is surrounded by one or more raised surfaces of the rigid frame. At least one of the recesses on at least one broad side of the rigid frame is configured to loosely contain the plurality of components of the set. The recess of each broad side of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the components of the set simultaneously. The recesses of the two opposite broad sides of the rigid frame are arranged differently so as to form a corresponding arrangement of the set of components when received in the recesses. The set of removable, rigid, non-interlocking components each have a planar bottom surface. At least three of the components have different peripheral shapes. The recess of each of the two opposing broad sides of the set of components and rigid frame is configured such that the received component is held in the recess by gravity alone.

Description

Jigsaw puzzle

Technical Field

The present utility model relates to puzzles and, more particularly, to a developed puzzle for children.

Background

Puzzle is a game that people play. The complexity and difficulty of the puzzle varies. One or more people working together may attempt to complete the puzzle. People of all ages, from children to elderly people, try to complete the puzzle. Completing the puzzle can develop cognitive abilities, skills to solve problems, and develop pattern and color recognition capabilities. The making of a puzzle is an interesting and pleasant experience.

Disclosure of Invention

The details of one or more embodiments of the utility model are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features, objects, and advantages of the utility model will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims. The present disclosure relates to a puzzle.

Embodiments of the present disclosure include a puzzle including a rigid frame and a set of removable, rigid, non-interlocking pieces. The rigid frame has two opposing broad sides defining a thickness therebetween. Each broad side of the rigid frame defines a plurality of recesses therein. Each recess is surrounded by one or more higher surfaces of the rigid frame. At least one of the recesses on at least one broad side of the rigid frame is configured to loosely contain the plurality of components of the set. The recess of each broad side of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the components of the set simultaneously. The recesses of the two opposite broad sides of the rigid frame are arranged differently so as to form a corresponding arrangement of the set of components when received in the recesses. The set of removable, rigid, non-interlocking components each have a planar bottom surface. At least three of the components have different peripheral shapes. The recess of each of the two opposing broad sides of the set of components and rigid frame is configured such that when the broad sides are oriented vertically upward, the received components are held in the recesses of the broad sides by gravity alone.

In some embodiments, at least some of the components in the set each have a planar top surface opposite the bottom surface. The top and bottom surfaces define a thickness therebetween.

In some embodiments, the recess of each broad side of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the components of the set simultaneously, with the bottom surface of the components abutting the rigid frame.

In some embodiments, the planar top surface is planar throughout its extent and does not have any recesses or protrusions.

In some embodiments, for at least one of the components having a planar top surface, the top surface is smaller than the bottom surface.

In some embodiments, the set of components includes components having a bottom surface that is the same size and shape as the top surface of the components having a top surface that is smaller than the bottom surface.

In some embodiments, at least one of the components is non-planar on a side opposite the bottom surface.

In some embodiments, the recess on one of the two opposing sides of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the components of the set simultaneously, with the bottom surface of the non-planar component extending away from the rigid frame.

In some embodiments, the rigid frame is free of any channels connecting the recesses on opposite sides of the broad side.

In some embodiments, the bottom surface of each component is flat throughout its extent and does not have any recesses or protrusions.

In some embodiments, the puzzle is constructed of wood.

In some embodiments, the non-recessed surface of the rigid frame displays graphics associated with various arrangements of components.

In some embodiments, each recess is defined by a bottom surface of the display graphic.

In some embodiments, the components of the set have different colors.

In some embodiments, the depth to which the recess extends from the non-recessed surface of the rigid frame is greater in one region of the broad side of the rigid frame than in another region of the broad side of the rigid frame on at least one of the broad sides of the rigid frame.

In some embodiments, the component and the recess are configured such that when the component is received in the recess, the component extends above a non-recessed surface surrounding the recess.

In some embodiments, at least one component of the set has a circular perimeter.

In some embodiments, the at least one recess of each side of the rigid frame accommodates only a single component of the set.

In some embodiments, exactly two components in the set of components have the same perimeter shape and size.

In some embodiments, the two opposing broad sides of the rigid frame are parallel.

Drawings

Fig. 1A is a front view of a first puzzle frame with puzzle pieces inserted into recesses.

Fig. 1B is a rear view of the puzzle frame of fig. 1A with puzzle pieces inserted into recesses to form different arrangements.

Fig. 2A is a front perspective view of the puzzle frame of fig. 1A with puzzle pieces removed.

Fig. 2B is a rear view of the puzzle frame of fig. 1B with puzzle pieces removed.

Fig. 3 is a side view of the puzzle frame of fig. 1A with puzzle pieces inserted into recesses.

Fig. 4 is a rear view of the puzzle piece of fig. 1A.

Fig. 5A is a front perspective view of a second puzzle frame with puzzle pieces inserted into recesses.

Fig. 5B is a rear view of the puzzle frame of fig. 5A with puzzle pieces inserted into recesses in a different arrangement.

Fig. 6A is a front perspective view of a third puzzle frame with puzzle pieces inserted in an arrangement.

Fig. 6B is a rear perspective view of the puzzle frame of fig. 6A, with puzzle pieces shown in a different arrangement.

Fig. 7A is a front view of a fourth puzzle frame with puzzle pieces inserted in an arrangement.

Fig. 7B is a rear view of the puzzle frame of fig. 7A with puzzle pieces inserted in another arrangement.

Fig. 8A is a perspective view of a fifth puzzle frame in which puzzle pieces are inserted in an arrangement.

Fig. 8B is a cross-sectional view taken along line 8B-8B in fig. 8A.

Like reference symbols in the various drawings indicate like elements.

Detailed Description

Although many examples have been described for illustrative purposes, the foregoing description is not intended to limit the scope of the utility model, which is defined by the scope of the appended claims. Other examples and modifications will be apparent and will be within the scope of the following claims.

A puzzle is a toy or game designed to challenge a person's cognitive ability and skill in solving a problem. The puzzle has a rigid frame with two opposite sides. Each side has a plurality of recesses. A set of parts fits into the recess. The recess of each side of the rigid frame is dimensioned to accommodate all the components of the set simultaneously and form an arrangement of these components.

Figures 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B and 3 show a puzzle 100 having a rigid frame 102 and a set of detachable, rigid, non-interlocking pieces 106, the set of pieces 106 fitting into recesses 110 of the rigid frame 102. The rigid frame 102 has two opposing broad sides, a first side 104 and a second side 108. The first side 104 may be a forward facing side and the second side 108 may be a rearward facing side. The first side 104 may be interchangeably referred to as a first side, a front side, or a forward facing side. The second side 108 may be interchangeably referred to as a second side, a rear side, or a rear-facing side. The rigid frame has a height "H" and a length "L". The rigid frame may have a nominal height "H" of 185mm and a nominal length "L" of 185 mm. The first side 104 and the second side 108 define a thickness 116 of the rigid frame 102. The thickness may also be denoted as "T". The rigid frame may have a nominal thickness "T" of 12 mm.

The first side 104 and the second side 108 may be parallel. In some cases, as shown in fig. 5A, the thickness 116 in one region of the rigid frame 102 may be different than the thickness 116 in another region of the rigid frame 102. Fig. 5A shows a rigid frame 502 having a foreground 512 and a background 514. As shown in fig. 2A and 2B, the recess 110 has a flat bottom surface 128. There are no channels or holes in the recess between the first side 104 and the second side 108, i.e. on the opposite side of the broad side.

The non-recessed surfaces (first side 104 and second side 108) of rigid frame 102 may display graphics 126 associated with the respective arrangement of components. Graphics 126 may be displayed on either or both of foreground 512 and background 514, as shown in fig. 5A. Graphics 126 may be single color, multi-color, or patterned. Graphics 126 may be applied to first side 104 and second side 108 in a variety of ways. For example, the graphics may be painted, stained, etched, engraved, burned, laser engraved, stamped, or glued. For example, on the first side, the graphic may be brown, which represents the earth's surface. For example, the graphic may be a rock pattern representing the earth's surface. For example, the graphic may be both brown and rock patterns representing the earth's surface. For example, on the second side 108, the graphic may be blue representing the ocean. For example, the pattern may be a wave pattern representing the ocean. For example, the graphic may be both a blue and a wavy pattern representing the ocean.

The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of wood, plastic, or metal. The rigid frame 102 may be solid wood. For example, the solid wood may be beech, maple, pine, walnut, or basswood. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of composite wood. For example, the composite wood may be plywood or medium density fiberboard. For example, the polymer or plastic film may be Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), polypropylene, or polyethylene. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of a bio-based polymer. For example, the bio-based polymer may be based on sugar cane or corn. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of a bio-filled polymer. For example, the bio-filling polymer may be filled with bamboo or rice. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of rubber. For example, the rubber may be Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU), thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), or silicone. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of metal. For example, the metal may be aluminum or steel. The rigid frame 102 may be constructed of ceramic.

As shown in fig. 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, and 3, each broad side (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 defines a plurality of recesses 110. The plurality of recesses 110 define an arrangement of the components 106. Referring to fig. 2A and 2B, the first recess is 110a, the second recess is 110B, and the third recess is 110c. As shown in fig. 2A, recess 110c may accommodate one component 106g, or recess 110a may accommodate multiple components 106a and 106b. Each recess 110 is surrounded by one or more higher surfaces of the rigid frame 102. At least one recess 110 on at least one broad side (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 is configured to loosely contain the set of multiple components 106. The recess 110 of each broad side (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 is sized to accommodate all of the components 106 of the set simultaneously. In some cases, the recess 110 is sized to accommodate all of the components 106 of the set simultaneously, with the bottom surface 122 of the component 106 abutting the rigid frame 102. In some cases, the recess 110 on one of the two opposing broad sides (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 is sized to accommodate all of the components 106 of the set simultaneously, with the bottom surface 122 of the non-planar component 106 extending away from the rigid frame 102. As shown in fig. 2B, the recess 110d has a bottom surface 128 displaying the graphic 126. For example, the graphic 126 is the text "FISH". Referring to fig. 8A and 8B, there is a recess 810B on the wide side (first side 804) of the rigid frame 802, the recess 810B extending to a greater depth than the other recess 810 a. Referring to fig. 8B, as shown along cross-section 8B-8B, component 806a is received in recess 810a and component 806B is received in recess 810B.

The recesses 110 of the two opposite broad sides (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 are differently arranged so as to form a corresponding arrangement of the set of components 106 when the set of components 106 is received in the recesses 110 described below. The recess 110 of each of the two opposing broad sides (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 is configured such that the received component 106 is held in the recess 110 by gravity alone.

At least three of the recesses 110 have different peripheral shapes. The perimeter shape may be a geometric shape or an organic shape. A geometry is defined by a set of points or vertices and lines connecting the points in a closed chain. For example, the geometry may be square, rectangular, circular, triangular, trapezoidal, or octagonal. Organic shapes are often asymmetric or irregular and tend to mimic shapes found in nature. For example, the organic shape may be cloud-like or fruit-like. For example, in fig. 1A and 1B, the member 106g is circular. The recess 110 has a depth "D". The nominal depth of the recess 110 is 3mm.

Referring to fig. 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B and 3, the set of removable, rigid, non-interlocking components 106 fits within the recess 110 of the rigid frame 102. The component 106 is easily removed by hand and is not otherwise retained in the recess 110. Each of the components 106 has a planar bottom surface 122. The component 106 has a top surface 120. Top surface 120 and bottom surface 122 define a puzzle piece thickness 124 shown in fig. 3. The nominal puzzle piece thickness is 15mm. In some cases, the top surface 120 of the puzzle piece 106 is flat throughout its extent and does not have any recesses or protrusions. In some cases, the bottom surface 122 of each component 106 is flat throughout its extent and does not have any recesses or protrusions. The top surface 120 may be flat or angled as shown in fig. 6A and 6B. Jigsaw piece 606b has a flat top surface 620. The flat top surface 120 of puzzle piece 606b is sized to receive the bottom surface 122 of puzzle piece 606a. Puzzle piece 606c has an angled top surface 620. Angled top surface 120 of puzzle piece 606c is sized to receive the surface of puzzle piece 606 d. In some cases, for at least one component 106 having a flat top surface 120, the top surface 120 is smaller than the bottom surface 122. In some cases, as shown in fig. 6A, the set of components 106 includes components 606A having bottom surfaces 622a that are identical in size and shape to top surfaces 620b of components 606b having top surfaces 620b that are smaller than bottom surfaces 622 b. In some cases, one of the components 106 is non-planar on a side opposite the bottom surface 122. For example, as shown in fig. 6A, the component 606A has a flat bottom surface 622a. The opposite side 620a is a point, forming a three-dimensional pyramid. In some cases, the component 106 and the recess 110 are configured such that when the component 106 is received in the recess 110, the component 106 extends over non-recessed surfaces (the first side 104 and the second side 108) surrounding the recess 110.

Each of the members 106 has a peripheral shape corresponding to the recess 110. In each recess 110, at least one component 106 is fitted. Some of the recesses 110 are sized to accommodate multiple components 106. In some cases, at least one recess 110 of each side (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 accommodates only a single component 106 of the set.

At least three of the components 106 have different peripheral shapes. The perimeter shape is substantially similar to the geometric or organic shape discussed above. In some cases, at least one member 106 in the set has a circular perimeter. In some cases, exactly two of the set of components 106 have the same perimeter shape and size. Each of the components 106 may have a single color, multiple colors, or a pattern substantially similar to those described above.

The recess 110 of each side (first side 104 and second side 108) of the rigid frame 102 is positioned to form an arrangement of components 106. The non-recessed surfaces (first side 104 and second side 108) of rigid frame 102 may display graphics 126 associated with the corresponding arrangement of components 106.

Figures 1A and 1B show a puzzle 100 having two sides defining recesses that receive the same set of pieces in different arrangements. In this case, the first side 104 arrangement represents houses, trees and the sun. The graphic 126a on the first side 104 is colored to represent the ground on which the house and tree are located. The member 106a is oval. The member 106b is rectangular. The components 106a and 106b are arranged to form a tree. The member 106c is triangular. The member 106d is triangular. The member 106e is trapezoidal. The member 106f is triangular. The component 106c and the component 106d are arranged to form the structure of the house. The component 106e and the component 106f are arranged to form the roof of the house. The member 106g is circular. The component 106g is arranged above the house to form the sun. The second side 108 arrangement represents a boat, fish and sun. The graphic 126b on the second side 108 is colored to represent the sea where the boat is underway and the fish is swimming. The components 106a and 106f are arranged to represent a fish. The components 106e, 106b, 106c and 106d are arranged to represent a ship and are placed on the graphic 126b representing the ocean. The component 106g is arranged above the ship, fish and sea to represent the sun.

Fig. 5A and 5B show a puzzle 500 having two sides defining recesses that receive the same set of components in different arrangements. In this case, the first side 504 arrangement represents a triangle, square, and circle. The puzzle pieces are 506a, 506b, 506c, 506d, 506e, and 506f. These parts are coloured. The first side 504 arrangement is three regular geometric shapes, each shape comprising two geometrically shaped parts 506. The thickness of the rigid frame 502 varies, creating a foreground 512 and a background 514, and defining three spaced apart recesses corresponding to the arrangement of the three geometry components 506. The background 514 is a single color that is different from the color of the foreground 512. The member 506a is a circular segment. The component 506b is another circular segment. The components 506a and 506b are arranged to form a complete circle. The component 506c is rectangular. The component 506d is rectangular. The members 506c and 506d are arranged to form a square. The component 506e is a scalene triangle. The component 506f is a trapezoid. The parts 506e and 506f are arranged to form a triangle. The arrangement of the second sides 508 is randomly spaced, with no contact of the components 506.

Fig. 6A and 6B show a puzzle 600 having two sides defining recesses that receive the same set of components in different arrangements. In this case, the first side 604 arrangement represents cubes, cylinders and pyramids. The rigid frame 602 has a uniform thickness and defines three spaced apart recesses corresponding to the three geometry component arrangements. The puzzle pieces are 606a, 606b, 606c, 606d, 606e and 606f. These parts are coloured. The arrangement of the first side 604 is three regular geometric shapes with a thickness greater than the nominal thickness, thereby creating a three-dimensional geometric solid. Each geometrical entity comprises two geometrical entity parts 606. The member 606a is a four-sided regular pyramid with a square planar base 622a. The member 606b is a four-sided trapezoidal pyramid. The flat square top surface 620b of the component 606b corresponds to the square flat bottom surface 622a of the component 606a. The components 606a and 606b are arranged to form a four-sided regular pyramid. Component 606e is a circular segment entity. The component 606f is a circular segment entity. The parts 606e and 606f are arranged to form a circular entity. Component 606c is tetrahedral. The component 606d is a polyhedron. The components 606c and 606d are arranged to form a cube. The arrangement of the second sides 608 is randomly spaced, with no contact of the components 606. On the second side 608, the components are arranged in separate recesses. For example, the component 606a is disposed in the recess 610a and the component 606b is disposed in the recess 610 b.

Fig. 7A and 7B show a puzzle 700 having two sides defining recesses that receive the same set of components in different arrangements. In this case, the first side 704 arrangement represents a house, tree, and sun. The graphic 726a of the upper portion of the first side 704 is blue to represent the sky. The member 706a is oval. The member 706b is a right triangle. The member 706c is a right triangle. The components 706b and 706c are arranged to represent a trunk, while the component 706a is arranged to represent a complete tree. The components 706d, 706e, 706f, and 706g are isosceles triangles. The components 706d, 706e, 706f and 706g are arranged to represent the structure of a house. The member 706h is an isosceles triangle. The component 706h is arranged to represent the roof of a house. The member 706i is circular. The component 706i is disposed over the house on the graphic 726 to represent the sun. The arrangement of the second side 708 represents three fish. The graphic 726b on the second side 708 is colored to indicate the sea in which three fish are swimming. At least one of the components 706h, 706a and 706d, 706e, 706f and 706g has a graphic of a fish's eyes. The components 706h, 706d and 706e are arranged to represent a first fish. The components 706g and 706i are arranged to represent a second fish. The components 706a, 706b, 706c and 706f are arranged to represent a third fish.

Claims

1. A puzzle, comprising:

a rigid frame having two opposing broad sides defining a thickness therebetween; and

a set of removable, rigid, non-interlocking components, each component having a planar bottom surface, at least three of the components having different peripheral shapes;

wherein each broad side of the rigid frame defines a plurality of recesses therein, each recess being surrounded by one or more higher surfaces of the rigid frame, at least one of the recesses of each of the two broad sides of the rigid frame being configured to loosely contain a plurality of components of the set;

wherein the recess of each broad side of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all components of the set simultaneously;

wherein the recesses of the two opposite broad sides of the rigid frame are differently arranged, forming a respective arrangement of the components of the set when received in the recesses; and

wherein the components of the set and the recess of each of the two opposing broad sides of the rigid frame are configured such that when the broad side is oriented vertically upward, the received components are held in the recesses of the broad side by gravity alone.

2. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein at least some of the members of the group each have a planar top surface opposite the bottom surface, the top and bottom surfaces defining a thickness therebetween.

3. The puzzle according to claim 2, wherein the recess of each broad side of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the members of the group simultaneously with the bottom surface of the members abutting the rigid frame.

4. The puzzle according to claim 2, wherein the planar top surface is planar over the entire extent of the planar top surface and is free of any recesses or protrusions.

5. A puzzle according to claim 2, wherein for at least one of the pieces having a planar top surface, the top surface is smaller than the bottom surface.

6. The puzzle according to claim 5, wherein the set of pieces includes pieces that are identical in size and shape to the top surface of the pieces that are smaller than the bottom surface.

7. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the pieces is non-planar on a side opposite the bottom surface.

8. The puzzle according to claim 7, wherein the recess on one of the two opposing sides of the rigid frame is sized to accommodate all of the members of the group simultaneously, wherein the bottom surface of the non-planar member extends away from the rigid frame.

9. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the rigid frame is free of any channels connecting recesses on opposite sides of the broad sides.

10. A puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the bottom surface of each piece is flat throughout the piece and is free of any recesses or protrusions.

11. The puzzle of claim 1 wherein the puzzle is made of wood.

12. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the non-recessed surface of the rigid frame displays graphics associated with the respective arrangement of the pieces.

13. The puzzle of claim 12 wherein each of the recesses is defined by a bottom surface of the display graphic.

14. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the pieces of the group have different colors.

15. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the depth to which the recess extends from the non-recessed surface of the rigid frame is greater in one region of the broad side of the rigid frame than in another region of the broad side of the rigid frame on at least one of the broad sides of the rigid frame.

16. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein the pieces and recesses are configured such that when the pieces are received in the recesses, the pieces extend above a non-recessed surface surrounding the recesses.

17. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein at least one member of the group has a circular perimeter.

18. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein at least one recess of each side of the rigid frame accommodates only a single part of the group.

19. A puzzle according to claim 1, wherein exactly two of the members of the set have the same peripheral shape and size.

20. The puzzle according to claim 1, wherein two opposing broad sides of the rigid frame are parallel.