EP3860737A1 - Zubehör vom lichtschwerttyp - Google Patents

Zubehör vom lichtschwerttyp

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EP3860737A1
EP3860737A1 EP19802237.8A EP19802237A EP3860737A1 EP 3860737 A1 EP3860737 A1 EP 3860737A1 EP 19802237 A EP19802237 A EP 19802237A EP 3860737 A1 EP3860737 A1 EP 3860737A1
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lightsaber
sleeve
type accessory
tube
accessory
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Laurent Faivre
Jasmine MARCHETTI
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Groupe LDLC SA
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63HTOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H33/00Other toys
    • A63H33/009Toy swords or similar toy weapons; Toy shields
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63HTOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H33/00Other toys
    • A63H33/22Optical, colour, or shadow toys

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  • the present invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type.
  • lightsaber As their weapon of choice, which includes a light blade and a handle. A lightsaber is handled like a conventional sword, but emits light and / or sounds during the fight.
  • a first problem associated with these lightsaber type accessories is the large size of the tubular blade, which makes it difficult to transport lightsaber type accessories. It is therefore preferable to be able to assemble and disassemble the tubular blade on the handle.
  • the tubular blade is fixed using one or more screws blocking the tubular blade on the handle.
  • This fixing means requires the use of tools to ensure assembly and disassembly.
  • the assembly and disassembly of the tubular blade on the handle is complex.
  • maintaining the tubular blade in position on the handle depends on the quality of the fixing system and, sometimes, may be insufficient in the event of an impact in particular.
  • a first embodiment of the invention aims to solve these drawbacks of the prior art.
  • the first embodiment of the invention provides an accessory of the lightsaber type comprising a removable fixing system for the tubular blade on the handle allowing not only an easy assembly and disassembly, but also a robust fixing of the tubular blade to the handle.
  • the lightsaber type accessory according to this first embodiment of the invention comprises:
  • tubular strip comprising a tube comprising a proximal end and a distal end
  • a handle comprising a sleeve with a first end and a second end, into which is inserted a control unit of at least one light source of the tubular strip;
  • a removable fixing system of the tubular blade on the handle by its proximal end composed of a fitting fitted at the proximal end of the tube and a clamping ring engaged to be fitted on the fitting and fixed to the first end of the sleeve.
  • the endpiece is fixed to the outside of the tube and has a shoulder capable of abutting against the first end of the sleeve and in that the sleeve comprises, from its first end, a well in which the 'tip is engaged to its shoulder, the clamping ring being engaged from the distal end of the tube to be fitted on the tip.
  • the accessory according to the first embodiment of the invention advantageously has one or the other of these characteristics, alone or in combination:
  • the nozzle has at its free end a stop bottom for the tube extended at right angles by a return inserted inside the tube, allowing the tube to be held in position;
  • the clamping ring has a projecting part relative to the sleeve, the profile of which is arranged to serve as a blade guard.
  • a second problem associated with the lightsabers of the prior art relates to the mounting in the handle of the electronic system making it possible to illuminate the tubular blade and / or to emit sounds according to the detected movements and shocks to the lightsaber.
  • the LED or LEDs are lit by the application of a pressure on a button projecting from the handle.
  • this button is connected to an electronic system by electrical wires.
  • the sounds are conventionally emitted thanks to a loudspeaker placed in the handle, and also connected to the electronic system by electric wires.
  • mounting the electronic system in the handle can be complex.
  • batteries are used to power the electronic system, it is therefore preferable to reduce the size of the electronic system in the handle, in order to be able to increase the capacity of the batteries and then improve the autonomy of the lightsabers.
  • a second embodiment of the invention aims to remedy these drawbacks of the prior art.
  • the second embodiment of the invention provides an accessory of the lightsaber type in which a handle includes a control block allowing the electronic system to be held in position, preferably in a limited space, as well as easy mounting.
  • the lightsaber type accessory according to this second embodiment of the invention comprises:
  • tubular strip comprising a tube comprising a proximal end and a distal end
  • a handle comprising a sleeve with a first end and a second end, into which is inserted a control block of at least one light source of the tubular strip, the control block comprising a cylindrical support cooperating with the internal surface of the sleeve, the cylindrical support holding in position an electronic system provided with a button for controlling the light source, said control button being guided in translation by the cylindrical support and positioned opposite an orifice formed in the sleeve.
  • the lightsaber type accessory comprises a system for blocking in translation and in rotation the cylindrical support in the sleeve;
  • the cylindrical support is composed of a box provided with an assembly structure to hold the electronic system in position, and from which extends a tubular barrel internally delimiting a receiving housing, open at the end opposite to the case, for receiving batteries;
  • a pommel is fixed to the second end of the sleeve, the pommel comprising a loudspeaker and an electronic card supporting a loudspeaker control circuit;
  • the electronic system is equipped with a gyroscope and an accelerometer to detect movements of the handle, the control button being connected to a control circuit of the light source to activate the light source according to the movements detected;
  • the electronic system is in the form of several electronic cards mounted superimposed;
  • the lightsaber type accessory includes an electrical supply circuit comprising a connection strip carried from the outside of the barrel and extending from one end to the other of the control unit, a terminal at the bottom of the housing barrel and a circular terminal at opposite end, to establish electrical contact with the batteries; and
  • control button controls the operation of the loudspeaker.
  • a third embodiment of the invention proposes an accessory of the lightsaber type comprising a component Bluetooth transmitter allowing communication with a device communicating remotely.
  • the lightsaber type accessory according to this third embodiment of the invention comprises:
  • tubular strip comprising a tube comprising a proximal end and a distal end
  • a handle comprising a sleeve with a first end and a second end, into which is inserted a control block of at least one light source of the tubular strip, the control block comprising an electronic system comprising a Bluetooth transmitter component allowing communication with a device communicating remotely,
  • the accessory according to this third embodiment of the invention advantageously has one or the other of these characteristics, alone or in combination:
  • the electronic system is in the form of several electronic cards mounted superimposed;
  • the electronic system comprises an electronic motherboard equipped with a gyroscope and an accelerometer, fixed by snap-fastening to the cylindrical support, supporting on one side a connector assembled with a complementary connector carried by another electronic card supporting the control button , and on the other side assembled by snap-fastening to an electronic card comprising the Bluetooth transmitter component.
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • Figures 2A and 2B are a perspective view of the mounting of the removable blade attachment system on the handle of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the first embodiment of the invention.
  • Figure 3 is a sectional view of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • Figure 4 is an exploded perspective view of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • Figure 5 is an exploded perspective view of a stack of the various elements of a control unit of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • Figure 6 is an exploded perspective view of a stack of the various elements of a control unit of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • Figure 7 is a perspective view of a housing of an accessory of the lightsaber type according to the invention.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 comprising a tubular blade 2 fixed on a handle 3 and comprising at least one light source 4.
  • the lightsaber type accessory 1 comprises at least one light source 4, positioned either in the handle 3 or along the tubular blade 2.
  • sources of lighting suitable in the context of the invention include LEDs which are commonly used in the field.
  • the tubular blade 2 comprises a tube 5, having a proximal end 5i and a distal end 5 2 (Fig. 1).
  • the tube 5 is translucent or even transparent.
  • the tube 5 can be loaded with diffusing dye (s).
  • the tube 5 has a thickness of between 2 mm and 3 mm. y
  • the tube 5 can be made of polycarbonate.
  • Polycarbonate has the advantage of being mechanically resistant, of absorbing UV rays, of being easy to extradite and of being light.
  • the tube 5 is made of polycarbonate and has a thickness of between 2 mm and 3 mm.
  • the tubular strip 2 also comprises a closure plug 6 fixed to the distal end 5 2 of the tube 5.
  • the tube 5 is then closed at its distal end 5 2 by said closure plug 6.
  • the closure plug 6 is produced in a similar manner to the tube 5 (that is to say the same material).
  • the tubular blade 2 of the lightsaber type accessory 1 can advantageously be illuminated by the light source or sources 4, preferably as a function of the movements of said accessory.
  • the tube 5 preferably comprises a light diffusion and conduction system (not shown in the figures) so that the light is uniform right through the tubular strip 2.
  • system conduction and diffusion there may be mentioned plastic films, which can in particular be positioned on the internal wall 5 3 of the tube 5. Any light conduction and diffusion system known in the state of the art may be suitable in the part of the invention.
  • the lightsaber type accessory 1 has a handle 3 comprising a sleeve 7, having a first end 7 1 and a second end 7 2 .
  • the sleeve 7 can be cylindrical in shape and have grooves. This example is not limiting, and other forms of sleeve may be suitable in the context of the invention.
  • the sleeve 7 can be perforated.
  • the handle 3 also includes a pommel 8 fixed to the second end 7 2 of the sleeve 7.
  • the pommel 8 can be fixed to the second end 7 2 of the sleeve 7 by any means type of fixation known in the state of art, you! than screwing or fixing bayonet type.
  • the knob 8 is screwed to the sleeve 7 by its second end 2 2 by virtue of the presence of threading or tapping (not shown in the figures).
  • the knob 8 can be cylindrical in shape, te! as illustrated in Fig. 1. This example is not limiting and another form could be envisaged.
  • the handle 3 comprises a control unit 9 of the light source or sources 4 of the tubular strip 2.
  • the control unit 9 makes it possible to control the source or sources of lighting 4 and, if necessary, a speaker present in the handle 3.
  • the lightsaber type accessory i comprises a removable fixing system 10 for the tubular blade 2 on the handle 3.
  • the removable nature of the fixing system 10 facilitates the mounting and dismounting of the tubular blade 2 on the sleeve 3 because no tools are necessary.
  • the removable fixing system 10 according to this embodiment is robust and allows as many assemblies and disassembly of the tubular blade 2 on the handle 3 as desired.
  • the removable fixing system 10 is composed of an end piece 11 and a clamping ring 12.
  • the tip 11 is fitted to the proximal end 5 * of the tube 5 on the outside of the tip. More specifically, as illustrated in FIG, 3, the end piece 11 has a first end 11i provided with a shoulder 13 directed towards the outside. The shoulder 13 abuts against the first end 7 * of the sleeve 7, so that the first end 11j of the end piece 11 and the first end 7i of the sleeve are adjacent. Thus, when the shoulder 13 of the end piece 11 is in abutment on the first end 7i of the sleeve 7, the end piece 11 and consequently a part of the tubular blade 2 is engaged inside the sleeve 7.
  • the nozzle 11 is engaged up to its shoulder, inside a well 7p delimited inside the sleeve 7 between the first end 7i of the sleeve 7 and the light source 4.
  • This well 7p is open on one side, outwards from the first end 7 ⁇ of the sleeve and on the other side, towards the light source 4.
  • the end piece 11 is fixed to the tube 5, preferably by gluing.
  • the end piece 11 is fixed to the tube 5 by a complete permanent or non-removable connection.
  • the endpiece 11 further comprises a second Hz end, or free end, comprising a stop bottom 14 for the tube 5 which is extended at right angles by a return 15 to the inside the tube 5.
  • This profile of the end piece 11 allows the tube 5, and possibly the light diffusion and conduction system to be held in position when it is present, even when the tubular blade 2 is mounted or dismounted of the handle 3, and even in the event of an impact to the light saber type accessory 1.
  • the tube 5 is provided from its free end and over a determined length, externally, with the end piece 11 and internally of the return 15.
  • the second end II2 of the end piece 11 is located near the light source 4.
  • the clamping ring 12 When mounting the tubular blade 2 on the handle 3 thanks to the removable fixing system 10 according to the first embodiment of the invention illustrated in FIGS. 2A and 2B, the clamping ring 12 is engaged from the distal end 5 2 of the tube 5 to be fitted on the end piece 11 and fixed to the first end 7i of the sleeve 7. The end piece 11 is then fixed in translation by the clamping ring 12.
  • the clamping ring 12 has a first end 12j, a second end 12 2 and an abutment surface 123.
  • the clamping ring 12 is then fitted onto the end piece 11 so that the abutment surface 12 3 of the clamping ring 12 is in abutment against the shoulder 13 of the end fitting 11.
  • the shoulder 13 of the end fitting 11 is then in contact on one side with the abutment surface 12 3 of the clamping ring 12 and the other side with the first end 7 X of the sleeve 7.
  • the shoulder 13 of the end piece 11 makes it possible to block in translation Se tube 5 relative to the sleeve 7.
  • the clamping ring 12 is fixed to the sleeve 7 by screwing or by engagement in pins, coming into abutment with the shoulder 13 of the end piece 11, which then makes it possible to make the sleeve 7 and the ring integral tightening 12.
  • the clamping ring 12 is screwed at the first end 7i of the sleeve 7 while coming into abutment with the shoulder 13 of the end piece 11.
  • the clamping ring 12 is screwed on the first end 7i of the sleeve 7 thanks to a thread or tapping.
  • the clamping ring 12 is fixed by a bayonet type fixing system to the first end 7i of the sleeve 7 while coming into abutment with the shoulder 13 of the end piece 11.
  • two embodiments located on the clamping ring 12 are each engaged in a stud located on the sleeve 7.
  • the clamping ring 12 is screwed onto the first end 7i of the sleeve 7 by means of a thread or tapping at one of its ends.
  • the assembly and disassembly of the tubular blade 2 on the handle 3 thanks to the removable fixing system 10 is easy, and requires no tools.
  • the clamping ring 12 has a projecting part 12 4 at its free end, in the form of a frustoconical part: depending on the profile and the selected dimensions of the projecting part 12 of the clamping ring 12, the latter may advantageously also serve as a blade guard.
  • control unit 9 comprises at least one light source 4, and preferably a single light source 4, and a cylindrical support
  • control unit 9 comprises a light source 4.
  • An optical element 17 abutting the cylindrical support 16 promotes the conduction of light in the direction of the tubular strip 2. For example, it can have a directed rounded profile to tube 5.
  • lighting sources 4 suitable in the context of the invention, mention may be made of LEDs which are commonly used in the field.
  • LEDs have the disadvantage of generating heat when in use. Consequently, the light source 4 is advantageously surrounded laterally by a heat conducting element 18, that is to say a radiator, in order to dissipate it, for example made of aluminum.
  • the control unit 9 comprises a cylindrical support 16 formed by two half-shells 16i and 16 2 assembled together by snap-fastening.
  • This example is not limiting, and it could for example be envisaged to use a cylindrical support 16 formed in one piece in two articulated parts and closed by snap-fastening or by gluing, or else by two or more of two closed parts by gluing or snap-fastening.
  • the cylindrical support 16 cooperates with the internal surface 7 3 of the sleeve 7, that is to say that the cylindrical support 16 follows the internal surface 7 3 of the sleeve 7.
  • a blocking system 19 makes it possible to block in translation and in rotation the cylindrical support 16 in the sleeve 7.
  • the sleeve 7 may include lugs 19i able to be housed in complementary holes 19 2 formed in the sleeve 7.
  • Other blocking systems known to those skilled in the art can be used in the context of the invention.
  • the cylindrical support 16 is formed of a housing 20 from which extends a barrel tubular 21.
  • the tubular barrel 21 is then in the extension of the housing 20.
  • the tubular barrel 21 internally delimits a receiving housing 22 open at the end opposite to the housing 20, which makes it possible to receive a battery, and in particular batteries 23, necessary for the operation of the accessory. lightsaber type 1.
  • the two ends of the housing 22 are connected to an electrical supply circuit via terminals 25, as detailed below.
  • this housing 22 is large enough to receive several batteries 23 placed end to end, which guarantees good autonomy for the lightsaber type accessory 1.
  • the cylindrical support 16 allows an electronic system 26 to be kept in position.
  • the housing 20 of the cylindrical support 16 comprises an assembly structure
  • the assembly structure 27 which allows the electronic system 26 to be held in position.
  • the assembly structure 27 is a latching system.
  • the electronic system 26 comprises an electronic card supporting a control circuit for the light source 4.
  • the electronic system 26 comprises a control button 28 of at least one light source 4.
  • the control button 28 is supported by the control block 9 and controls the operation of the light source 4.
  • the control button 28 is engaged in a through hole 16 3 of the cylindrical support 16. Thus, the control button 28 is guided in translation by the cylindrical support 16, through the through hole 16 3 .
  • control button 28 is preferably flush, that is to say non-protruding, on the outer surface of the cylindrical support 16, so that the control block 9 can be easily inserted into the sleeve 7, without tools.
  • control button 28 has a retraction capacity allowing easy insertion of the control block 9 into the sleeve 7.
  • control button 28 comprises a button 29 on which the user can exert pressure, and a switching element 30 placed below the button 29.
  • the button 29 has a projecting crown 29i at its base to serve as a stop.
  • the key 29 is retained at the output by the cylindrical support 16, the projecting crown 29 * coming into contact with the cylindrical support 16.
  • the key 29 is of rounded shape. This form is however not limiting.
  • the switching element 30 comprises contact pads 31 directed towards the inside of the cylindrical support.
  • the switching element 30 comprises three contact pads, but this example is not limiting.
  • the sleeve 7 has an orifice 32 formed so as to be able to be positioned opposite the passage hole I6 3 and the control button 28 during assembly.
  • the control button 28 is guided in translation in the cylindrical support 16, and is accessible to the user via the orifice 32.
  • the electronic system 26 is also equipped with a gyroscope (not shown in the figures) and an accelerometer (not shown in the figures).
  • the electronic system 26 is capable of detecting movements made with the lightsaber type accessory 1 according to the invention.
  • the lightsaber type accessory 1 emits sounds and / or modifies the lighting of the tubular strip 2 as a function of the detected movements.
  • the control button 28 is connected, via contact pads 31, on one side, to the control circuit of the light source 4, and on the other side, when the lightsaber comprises a loudspeaker 33, to the circuit of loudspeaker control 33.
  • the control button 28 controls the operation of the light source 4 and / or the loudspeaker 33.
  • the knob 8 comprises a loudspeaker speaker 33 and an electronic card supporting a speaker control circuit 33.
  • the electronic system 26 can be in the form of several electronic cards 34i, 34 2 , 34 3 superimposed and held in position in the cylindrical support 16, and more precisely in the housing 20, thanks to to the assembly structure 27.
  • the electronic system 26 is in the form of three electronic cards 34i, 34 2 and 34 3 superimposed in the housing 20. It could nevertheless be envisaged to superimpose a different number of electronic cards. Their number depends in particular on the volume required for the housing 22 for receiving the batteries 23 and on the size of the cylindrical support 16.
  • the electronic system 26 may comprise an electronic mother board 34i which is fixed by an assembly structure 27, for example by snap-fastening, to the cylindrical support 16.
  • the electronic mother board 34i also includes a connector 35 allowing its assembly with a complementary connector 36 carried by an electronic card 34 2 supporting the control button. This assembly of the mother electronic card 34i and of the electronic card 34 2 supporting the control button allows not only an electrical contact but also the holding in position of the latter.
  • This assembly of the various superimposed electronic cards has the advantage of allowing easy assembly, in particular because of the absence of electrical wires. This assembly is also robust over time, and ensures satisfactory electrical contact.
  • the various electronic cards 34i, 34 2 , 34 3 are well maintained in position, so that they do not get damaged in the event of an impact sustained by the saber-type accessory. laser 1.
  • this stack of different electronic cards 34 x , 34 2 , 34 3 saves space, allowing to have a housing 22 for receiving batteries 23 larger.
  • the electronic system 26 may be in the form of a single electronic card supporting a control button 28, a control circuit for the light source or sources 4, a gyroscope and an accelerometer. This embodiment is nevertheless not preferred for sizing reasons.
  • the control unit 9 also includes an electrical supply circuit.
  • This electrical supply circuit comprises the batteries 23, a connection strip 37 carried from the outside of the tubular barrel 21 of the cylindrical support 16 and extending from one end to the other of the control unit 9, a first terminal 25i at the bottom of the housing 22 of the tubular barrel 21 (positive terminal) and a second terminal 25 2 at the opposite end (negative terminal), circular in the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 4 and 5, to establish electrical contact with the batteries 23.
  • a contact pad 31 of the control button 28 supplies power to the circuit when pressure is exerted on the button 29 of the control button 28. This contact pad 31 acts like a switch. When pressure is applied to the button 29 of the control button 28, the contact pads 31 establish electrical contact with the supply circuit and with the electronic system 26.
  • connection strip 37 is visible from the outside of the handle 3.
  • the electronic system 26 comprises a Bluetooth transmitter component 39.
  • a Bluetooth transmitter component 39 makes it possible to communicate with a device communicating remotely, such as a speaker or an audio headset, or even a smartphone or a tablet.
  • a device communicating remotely such as a speaker or an audio headset, or even a smartphone or a tablet.
  • This embodiment also makes it possible to communicate with a smartphone or a tablet for example, via a dedicated application, then allowing the user to choose and modify the sounds emitted and the lighting of the tubular blade 2.
  • the Bluetooth transmitter component 39 can be a component of the “Classic Bluetooth” type which allows the emission of sounds on an audio device communicating remotely (a speaker or a headset for example), or a component of the type “Bluetooth Low Energy” which allows a bidirectional exchange (transmitter and receiver component) with a smartphone or a tablet for example, or a component of the "Classic Bluetooth” type and a component of the "Bluetooth Low Energy” type, or component of the " Dual Mode ”which allows both a“ Classic Bluetooth ”type exchange and a“ Bluetooth Low Energy ”type exchange (transmitter and receiver component) to not only emit sounds on an audio device communicating remotely but also communicate with a device communicating remotely te!
  • the Bluetooth transmitter component is a “Dual Mode” type component, then allowing the emission of sounds on an audio device communicating remotely and bi-directional communication with a device communicating remotely, such as '' a smartphone or a tablet, allowing to modify the sounds and / or the lighting.
  • the communication with the audio device on the one hand and with the smartphone or the tablet on the other hand can take place simultaneously or one after the other.
  • this Bluetooth transmitter component 39 can be carried by an electronic card.
  • the Bluetooth transmitter component 39 is positioned so as to be close to the internal surface 7 3 of the sleeve 7.
  • the sleeve 7 comprises an opening 40 facing the Bluetooth transmitter component 39.
  • Such an opening 40 is advantageous because it facilitates the passage of waves.
  • the opening 40 is positioned diametrically opposite the orifice 32 formed in the sleeve 7.
  • the electronic system 26 When the electronic system 26 is in the form of several electronic cards, one of them may be an electronic card 34 3 supporting the Bluetooth transmitter component 39, as illustrated in FIGS. 5 to 7.
  • the electronic system 26 can be in the form of a single electronic card supporting a control button 28, a control circuit for the light source (s) 4, a gyroscope and an accelerometer, and a Bluetooth transmitter component 39. This embodiment is however not preferred for reasons of space.
  • the Bluetooth transmitter component according to this third embodiment could be replaced by another transmitter component, and possibly transmitter and receiver, allowing communication with a device communicating remotely, such as a WIFI component.
  • an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 according to the invention can optionally combine the embodiments previously described on the removable fixing system 10, on the control unit 9 and on the communication with a communicating device. remotely.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having the removable fixing system 10 according to the first embodiment of the invention, a control block known from the state of the art, and not comprising Bluetooth transmitter component.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having a control unit 9 according to the second embodiment of the invention, a system for fixing the tubular blade 2 to the handle 3 known in the state of the art, and comprising no Bluetooth transmitter component.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having a removable fixing system and a control unit known from the state of the art, and comprising a Bluetooth transmitter component 39 according to the third embodiment of the invention. 'invention.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having the removable fixing system 10 according to the first embodiment of the invention, a control unit known from the state of the art, and comprises a component Bluetooth transmitter 39 according to the third embodiment of the invention.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having a control unit 9 according to the second embodiment of the invention, a system for fixing the tubular blade 2 to the handle 3 known in the state of the art, and comprises a Bluetooth transmitter component 39 according to the third embodiment of the invention.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having the removable fixing system 10 according to the first embodiment of the invention, a control unit 9 according to the second embodiment of the invention, and does not including no Bluetooth transmitter component.
  • the invention relates to an accessory of the lightsaber type 1 having the removable fixing system 10 according to the first embodiment of the invention, a control unit 9 according to the second embodiment of the invention, and comprises a Bluetooth transmitter component 39 according to the third embodiment of the invention.
  • the electronic system 26 is in the form of several electronic cards 34i, 34 2 , 34 3 superimposed, and in particular three electronic cards 34i, 34 2 and 34 3 superimposed in the example illustrated, in the housing 20 : a 34 x electronic motherboard equipped with a gyroscope and an accelerometer, an electronic card 34 2 supporting a control button 28, and an electronic card 34s comprising a Bluetooth transmitter component 39.
  • the motherboard 34i is snap-fastened to the cylindrical support 16.
  • the motherboard 34i also includes a connector 35 enabling it to be assembled with a complementary connector 36 carried by the board 34 z supporting the control button 28.
  • the control button 28 comprises three contact pads 31, making it possible respectively to establish an electrical contact, when the control button 28 is actuated, with the electronic motherboard 34i, with the control circuit. of the light source (s) 4, and with a terminal 25 of the electrical supply circuit.
  • the electronic card 34 3 comprising the Bluetooth transmitter component 39 is assembled to the mother electronic card 34i by snap-fastening. According to this embodiment, the electronic cards are advantageously assembled together before fixing the mother electronic card 34i to the cylindrical support 16.
  • the stacking order of the different electronic cards is given by way of example, but is not not limiting. Nevertheless, the electronic card 34 3 comprising the Bluetooth transmitter component 39 is preferably positioned as close as possible to the internal surface 7 3 of the sleeve 7, and in particular opposite the opening 40 formed in the sleeve 7, to facilitate the passage of waves.

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