JP2006158758A - Travelling type toy and traveling type toy system - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a travelling type toy capable of realizing a high degree image effect without requiring a rider to wear a helmet or others. <P>SOLUTION: The travelling type toy is equipped with a vehicle body 11 travelling along a predetermined path constituted of a rail 2, a screen panel 13 arranged in the front portion of the vehicle body 11 and constituted so as to be able to ventilate, and a projecting unit 12 arranged in the vehicle body 11 and projecting an image onto the screen panel 13. In this case, the projecting unit 12 also projects the image onto start/goal stations, the ceilings and wall faces of tunnels arranged along the predetermined path. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a traveling playground equipment and a traveling playground equipment system traveling on a predetermined route.

As an apparatus for adding a video effect and a sound effect to this type of traveling playground equipment, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2001-62154 discloses a visual effect and sound effect function helmet for an active game vehicle (hereinafter also simply referred to as “helmet”). Is disclosed. This helmet is a helmet worn by a passenger boarding an operating game vehicle, and includes goggles for displaying images and headphones for outputting sound. In this helmet, it is possible to add a video effect and a sound effect by performing a video display and a sound output that are linked to the route of a working game vehicle.
JP 2001-62154 A (2nd page, FIG. 2)

  However, this helmet has the following problems. That is, in this helmet, since a video is displayed within a narrow display range with limited goggles, it is difficult to display a powerful video. Further, in this helmet, even if the passenger changes the direction of the neck or line of sight, it is difficult to change the direction of the image according to the change, so that the passenger feels uncomfortable. Therefore, it is difficult to obtain a sufficient image effect with this helmet. In addition, since passengers must always wear helmets while traveling, the burden caused by the weight of the helmets is given to passengers, the feeling of speed and openness is impaired, and communication between passengers during boarding is hindered. The inconvenience of being made has occurred.

  The present invention has been made in view of such problems, and it is a main object of the present invention to provide a traveling playground equipment and a traveling playground equipment system capable of realizing advanced image effects without causing a passenger to wear a helmet or the like. To do.

  In order to achieve the above object, a traveling type play equipment according to the present invention is arranged on a vehicle body that travels along a predetermined route, a screen that is disposed at a front portion of the vehicle body and configured to allow ventilation, and the vehicle body. And a projection device that projects an image on the screen.

  In this traveling type playground equipment, a screen and a projection device that projects an image on the screen are disposed on the vehicle body. For this reason, an image can be displayed on a large screen on a screen without using a helmet-type display device or the like. As a result, advanced image effects can be achieved without causing the passengers a burden due to the weight of the helmet, impairing the sense of speed and openness, or hindering communication between passengers during boarding. Can be realized. Therefore, according to this traveling type playground equipment, passengers can be fully entertained. In this traveling type playground equipment, the projection device projects an image on a screen disposed on the vehicle body. For this reason, even if there is no wall surface or ceiling in the route, the image can be displayed reliably. Moreover, in this traveling type playground equipment, the screen is disposed at the front portion of the vehicle body. For this reason, an image can be reliably visually recognized with respect to the passenger who has faced the front. Moreover, in this traveling type playground equipment, the screen is configured to be ventilated. For this reason, even if the vehicle travels at a high speed, the screen can be reliably prevented from being damaged by the wind pressure. Moreover, since the passenger can receive the wind through the screen, the speed can be fully realized.

  In the traveling type playground equipment according to the present invention, in the traveling type playground equipment, the projection device projects the image onto a display unit disposed along the predetermined route.

  In this traveling playground equipment, the projection device projects an image onto a display unit (for example, a start / goal station, a ceiling or a wall surface of a tunnel, etc.) installed along a route. For this reason, an image can be displayed on a large screen.

  In the traveling playground equipment according to the present invention, in the traveling playground equipment described above, the projection device projects the image associated with at least one of the position of the vehicle body and the traveling state of the vehicle body in the route.

  In this traveling playground equipment, the projection device projects an image associated with the position of the vehicle body in the route and the traveling state of the vehicle body. For this reason, in addition to the thrill when the traveling playground equipment actually travels, a visual thrill can be given to the passenger, so that the passenger can be more enjoyed by the synergistic effect of both.

  In the traveling playground equipment according to the present invention, the projection device includes a projector.

  In this traveling playground equipment, a projector is provided with a projector. For this reason, since a moving image can be projected, a more advanced video effect can be realized.

  In addition, a travel type playground equipment system according to the present invention includes the above travel type playground equipment and the predetermined route.

  This travel type playground equipment system is provided with the above travel type playground equipment and a predetermined route. For this reason, the effect similar to the effect which said traveling type playground equipment has is realizable.

  Hereinafter, the best mode of a traveling playground equipment and a traveling playground equipment system according to the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. A roller coaster (registered trademark) 100 shown in FIG. 1 is an example of a traveling playground equipment system according to the present invention. As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 4, a coaster 1, a rail 2, a start / goal station 3, a tunnel 4a, 4b, lift 5, braking device 6 and control device 7 are provided.

  The coaster 1 is an example of a travel type playground equipment according to the present invention, and includes a vehicle body 11, a projection device 12, and a screen panel 13, as shown in FIGS. As an example, the vehicle body 11 is a four-seater vehicle body including four seats 21, 21, and is configured to be able to travel on the rails 2 constituting the route 200 (see FIG. 1). In this case, a safety device 22 that fixes a seated passenger to the seat 21 is attached to the seat 21. As shown in FIG. 4, the projection device 12 includes projectors 31 a to 31 d (hereinafter also referred to as “projector 31” when not distinguished), a display control unit 32, an image reproduction unit 33, and a sensor 34. The projector 31 projects the projection light L based on the image data Dg from the display control unit 32. Specifically, the projector 31 includes, for example, a light source, a light modulation element constituted by a digital micromirror device or a liquid crystal light valve, and a projection lens (none of which is shown). In this case, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the projector 31 a is attached to the front portion of the vehicle body 11 and projects the projection light L upward. The projector 31b is attached to the left side surface of the vehicle body 11 and projects the projection light L toward the left front side. The projector 31c is attached to the right side surface of the vehicle body 11 and projects toward the right front side. Project. Further, the projector 31 d is attached to the front portion of the vehicle body 11 and projects the projection light L toward the screen panel 13.

  The display control unit 32 is configured to be able to wirelessly communicate with the control device 7 and controls the image reproduction unit 33 according to the control signal S1 from the control device 7 as shown in FIG. The image data Dg for displaying (projecting) the image G1 shown below (hereinafter also referred to as “image G” when the contents of the image are not distinguished) is reproduced and output to the projector 31. In this case, the display control unit 32 specifies the position of the coaster 1 (vehicle body 11) in the route 200 based on the detection signal S2 from the sensor, and controls the image reproduction unit 33 to associate the image with the position. Image data Dg for displaying G is reproduced. The image playback unit 33 is configured by a playback device that plays back various image data Dg recorded on an information recording medium such as a DVD. The sensor 34 is attached to the vehicle body 11, detects the position of the coaster 1 (vehicle body 11) in the route 200, and outputs a detection signal S2.

  The screen panel (screen in the present invention) 13 is a transmissive screen panel and is attached to the front portion of the vehicle body 11. In this case, the screen panel 13 receives the projection light L from the projector 31 and displays the image G. Further, the screen panel 13 transmits light from the front when the projection light L is not projected. Therefore, in this coaster 1, when an image is not displayed on the screen panel 13, it is possible to visually recognize the scenery in front through the screen panel 13. Further, the screen panel 13 is configured to be ventilated by forming a large number of fine holes (not shown), for example. Therefore, even if the coaster 1 travels at a high speed, the screen panel 13 is prevented from being damaged by the wind pressure. Moreover, the passenger can fully feel the speed of the coaster 1 by receiving the wind.

  As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the rail 2 is configured such that the coaster 1 (vehicle body 11) can travel on it. In this case, as shown in FIG. 1, a path 200 (an example of a predetermined path in the present invention) in which peaks, valleys, loops, and the like are formed is configured by the rail 2. The start / goal station 3 is installed at a start / goal point A in the route 200. In this case, a platform for getting on and off (not shown) and a braking device 6 (see FIG. 4) for stopping the coaster 1 are installed inside the start / goal station 3. Tunnels 4 a and 4 b (hereinafter also referred to as “tunnel 4” when not distinguished from each other) are installed along a route 200. In this case, the tunnel 4 a is installed in the first half of the route 200, and the tunnel 4 b is installed in the second half of the route 200. The lift 5 raises the coaster 1 from the start / goal point A to the highest point B along the route 200 according to the control of the control device 7. The braking device 6 is installed inside the start / goal station 3 and brakes the coaster 1 according to the control of the control device 7. The control device 7 controls the projection device 12, the lift 5 and the braking device 6 of the coaster 1.

  Next, the operation of each component in the roller coaster 100 will be described with reference to the drawings. In this roller coaster 100, a passenger rides on the coaster 1 that is stopped from a boarding platform provided inside the start / goal station 3. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 2, the safety device 22 attached to the seat 21 is activated to fix the passenger seated in the seat 21. Next, the control device 7 outputs a control signal S1 for starting the display of the image G to the projection device 12 of the coaster 1. Subsequently, the display control unit 32 of the projection device 12 starts image display processing according to the control signal S1.

  In this image display process, for example, the display control unit 32 displays various images G associated with the position of the coaster 1 (the vehicle body 11) in the route 200 based on a predetermined theme such as “time travel”. Let Specifically, the display control unit 32 first controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the start image data Dg and outputs it to the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c, respectively. Next, the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c project the projection light L based on the image data Dg on the ceiling 3a and the left and right wall surfaces 3b and 3c (both see FIG. 5) of the start / goal station 3 corresponding to the display unit in the present invention. Project each. Thereby, the start image G (not shown) is displayed on the ceiling 3a and the wall surfaces 3b and 3c on a large screen. In this case, the start image G is composed of, for example, a scene showing a time slip from the present to the ancient times. On the other hand, at this time, the display control unit 32 stops outputting the image data Dg to the projector 31d. Accordingly, since the screen panel 13 transmits light from the front, the passenger can see the image G through the screen panel 13. Next, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene, and the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c project the projection light L based on the image data Dg. Thereby, as shown in FIG. 5, the image G1 of the next scene is displayed on the ceiling 3a and the wall surfaces 3b and 3c. In this case, for example, as shown in the figure, this image G1 is composed of an ancient wild mountain landscape in which dinosaurs lived.

  Next, the control device 7 controls the braking device 6 to release the braking of the coaster 1 and also controls the lift 5 to reach the highest point from the start / goal point A along the route 200 as shown in FIG. The coaster 1 is raised to the point B. At this time, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene and output it to the projector 31d. Next, the projector 31d projects the projection light L based on the image data Dg onto the screen panel 13. Thereby, for example, an image G (not shown) composed of a scene in which the coaster 1 ascends along the mountain slope is displayed on the screen panel 13. Subsequently, when the coaster 1 reaches the highest point B of the route 200, the display control unit 32 detects the arrival of the coaster 1 at that point based on the detection signal S2 from the sensor 34, and the image reproduction unit 33. To reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene and output it to the projector 31d. Next, the projector 31d projects the projection light L based on the image data Dg, so that the coaster 1 starts to descend from the highest point B. For example, as shown in FIG. G2 is displayed on the screen panel 13. In this case, for example, the image G2 includes a scene in which the front end of the vehicle body 11 protrudes from the edge of the waterfall and eventually falls. For this reason, in addition to the feeling of acceleration when the coaster 1 actually descends, it is possible to give the passenger a visual thrill of falling down the waterfall. Therefore, passengers can be fully entertained by the synergistic effect of both.

  Subsequently, when the coaster 1 that travels at a high speed by acceleration due to descent reaches the entrance of the tunnel 4a shown in FIG. 1, the display control unit 32 detects the arrival of the coaster 1 at that point and controls the image reproduction unit 33. Then, the image data Dg for the next scene is reproduced and output to the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c, respectively. Next, the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c project the projection light L based on the image data Dg, whereby an image G (not shown) of the next scene is displayed on the ceiling and the wall surface of the tunnel 4a. In this case, the image G is composed of various scenes that symbolize each era from ancient times to the present day.

  Subsequently, when the coaster 1 reaches the exit of the tunnel 4a, the display control unit 32 detects the arrival of the coaster 1 at that point, and controls the image reproduction unit 33 to obtain the image data Dg for the next scene. It is reproduced and output to the projector 31d. Next, when the coaster 1 travels in a section C in which mountains and valleys are continuous as shown in FIG. 1 by projecting the projection light L from the projector 31d, for example, the coaster 1 travels at a high speed in a group of buildings in the city. An image G composed of such scenes is displayed on the screen panel 13. In this case, in this image G, for example, a scene in which the coaster 1 suddenly rises along the wall of the building in conjunction with the actual rise of the coaster 1, or the actual fall of the coaster 1 as shown in FIG. The image G3 comprised by the scene where the coaster 1 falls toward the ground from the roof of a building in conjunction with is included. For this reason, in addition to the thrill when the coaster 1 repeats ascending and descending, it is possible to give the passenger a visual thrill of rising or falling from the building.

  Subsequently, when the coaster 1 passes through the section C shown in FIG. 1 and reaches the entrance of the tunnel 4b, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene. Output to the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c, respectively. Next, the projectors 31a, 31b, and 31c project the projection light L, whereby an image G (not shown) of the next scene is displayed on the ceiling and wall surface of the tunnel 4b. In this case, this image G is composed of, for example, a scene showing a time slip from the present time to the future. Subsequently, when the coaster 1 reaches the exit of the tunnel 4b, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene and output it to the projector 31d. By projecting the light L, an image G (not shown) of the next scene is displayed on the screen panel 13. In this case, this image G is composed of, for example, a scene in which the coaster 1 navigates the outer space.

  Next, when the coaster 1 reaches the base point of the loop D shown in FIG. 1, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the loop D and output it to the projector 31d. Projects the projection light L. As a result, an image G (not shown) for the loop D is displayed on the screen panel 13. In this case, the image G is composed of, for example, a scene in which the coaster 1 makes a major rotation in outer space. For this reason, in addition to the thrill when the coaster 1 actually makes one revolution along the loop D, a visual thrill that makes one revolution in outer space can be given to the passenger.

  Subsequently, when the coaster 1 reaches the end point of the loop D shown in FIG. 1, the display control unit 32 controls the image reproduction unit 33 to reproduce the image data Dg for the next scene and output it to the projector 31d. When the projector 31 d projects the projection light L, the image G of the next scene is displayed on the screen panel 13. In this case, this image G is composed of, for example, a scene showing a time slip from the future to the present day. Next, when the coaster 1 reaches the entrance of the start / goal station 3 shown in FIG. 1, the display control unit 32 controls the braking device 6 to brake the coaster 1 and stops the coaster 1 at the start / goal point A. Let Subsequently, the display control unit 32 stops outputting the image data Dg to the projector 31d and ends the image display process.

  Thus, according to this coaster 1, by arranging the screen panel 13 and the projection device 12 that projects the image G on the screen panel 13 in the vehicle body 11, without using a helmet-type display device or the like, The image G can be displayed on the screen panel 13 on a large screen. For this reason, advanced image effects can be achieved without causing the burden caused by the weight of the helmet to passengers, impairing the sense of speed and openness, or impeding communication between passengers while boarding. Can be realized. Therefore, according to this roller coaster 100, a passenger can be fully entertained.

  In addition, by projecting the image G onto the screen panel 13 disposed on the vehicle body 11, the image G can be reliably displayed even if there is no wall surface or ceiling on the route 200. Further, since the screen panel 13 is disposed in the front portion of the vehicle body 11, the image G can be reliably visually recognized by the passenger who is facing the front. Further, since the screen panel 13 can be ventilated, the screen panel 13 can be reliably prevented from being damaged by wind pressure even when the coaster 1 travels at a high speed. In addition, since the passenger can receive wind through the screen panel 13, the speed of the coaster 1 can be sufficiently realized.

  Further, the image G can be displayed on a large screen by projecting the image G onto the ceiling / wall surface of the start / goal station 3 or the tunnel 4 installed along the route 200. Furthermore, by projecting the image G associated with the position of the coaster 1 in the route 200, in addition to the thrill when the coaster 1 actually travels, a visual thrill can be given to the passengers. The synergistic effect of the passengers can further entertain the passengers. Moreover, since the projector 31 is provided and the projector 12 is configured, a moving image can be projected, so that a more advanced video effect can be realized.

  In addition, this invention is not limited to said structure. For example, the coaster 1 traveling in the route 200 has been described as an example, but the traveling playground equipment according to the present invention is not limited to this, and various traveling types such as an automobile type (cart type) traveling on a road. The present invention can be applied to play equipment. In addition, although the above example has been described with respect to the screen panel 13 in which a large number of fine holes are formed, a screen panel that can be ventilated by forming an opening can also be employed. In addition, although an example in which four projectors 31a to 31d are provided has been described above, the number of projectors 31 is not limited to this and can be arbitrarily defined. In this case, a configuration in which the image G is projected only on the screen panel 13 can be adopted, or a configuration in which the image G is projected only on the ceiling and wall surface of the start / goal station 3 or the tunnel 4 without providing the screen panel 13. Can also be adopted. Further, the example in which the image G is displayed on the ceiling and the wall surface of the start / goal station 3 or the tunnel 4 has been described above. However, a screen is disposed inside the start / goal station 3 or the tunnel 4 and the image G is displayed on the screen. It is also possible to adopt a configuration for displaying. Alternatively, a screen may be provided along the route 200 at a position other than the start / goal station 3 or the tunnel 4 on the route 200 and the image G may be displayed on the screen.

  Moreover, it can replace with the projection apparatus 12 provided with the projector 31, and the structure provided with the projector using a film is also employable. Moreover, although the example which projects the image G on the theme of "time travel" was described above, the theme of the image G is not limited to this, and various themes such as "world travel" and "underground exploration" are adopted. be able to. In this case, the effect by the image G can be changed in various ways only by changing the image data Dg to be reproduced by the image reproduction unit 33 according to the theme. Moreover, although the example which projects the image G linked | related with the position of the coaster 1 (vehicle body 11) in the path | route 200 was mentioned above, the image G linked | related with the running state of the coaster 1 (vehicle body 11), such as speed and an inclination angle. The structure which projects the image G linked | related with both the position of the coaster 1 in the path | route 200 and the running state of the coaster 1 can also be employ | adopted.

1 is a perspective view of a roller coaster 100. FIG. 1 is a side view of a coaster 1. FIG. 1 is a plan view of a coaster 1. FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram showing a partial configuration of a roller coaster 100. FIG. It is a perspective view inside the start goal station 3 where the image G1 is displayed. It is a display screen figure of the screen panel 13 on which the image G2 is displayed. It is a display screen figure of the screen panel 13 on which the image G3 is displayed.

Explanation of symbols

  1 coaster, 2 rails, 3a ceiling, 3b, 3c wall surface, 11 vehicle body, 12 projection device, 13 screen panel, 100 roller coaster, 200 path, G1-G3 image

Claims (5)

  A vehicle body that travels along a predetermined route, a screen that is disposed at the front of the vehicle body and configured to allow ventilation, and a projection device that is disposed on the vehicle body and projects an image onto the screen. Running playground equipment.   The travel type playground equipment according to claim 1, wherein the projection device projects the image onto a display unit arranged along the predetermined route.   The travel type playground equipment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the projection device projects the image associated with at least one of a position of the vehicle body and a travel state of the vehicle body in the route.   The traveling type play equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the projection device includes a projector.   A travel type playground equipment system comprising the travel type playground equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 4 and the predetermined route.

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