JP3104793U - Timed light-emitting toys used in treasure hunting games - Google Patents

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide a timed light emitting toy that notifies a time limit of a treasure hunting game by changing a lighting state of a light emitting diode incorporated in the toy.
A toy in which a light emitting diode is provided inside a toy so that a light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside, wherein a first case and a second case formed of a translucent resin material are provided. A light-transmitting case 3 as a hollow three-dimensional body that is divided and combined to face each other to form a cavity therein, and is generated by detecting an impact applied to a toy or the like in a cavity in the light-transmitting case. An acceleration sensor 7 that outputs a detection signal to the lighting control means 8; a lighting control means that operates when the detection signal is input to turn on the light emitting diode for a certain time and then automatically turns off the light emitting diode; And a battery 50 for supplying current to the light emitting diode and the lighting control means.
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Description

The present invention relates to a configuration of a luminous toy used as a “takara” in a treasure hunting game.
More specifically, the present invention relates to a configuration of a time-limited light-emitting toy that notifies the time limit of a treasure hunting game by changing the light-emitting state of the toy by changing the light-emitting state of the toy by controlling the lighting of a light-emitting diode incorporated in the toy.

Conventionally, a treasure hunting game has been known as one of the games played by children.
This game was played by "Oya", who plays the role of hiding the toy "Takara", and members searching for "Takara" hidden by "Oya".
At the time of the game, several children first formed a group, from which the "Oya" was selected. The method of selecting "Oya" was generally based on the results of rock-paper-scissors etc. performed within the group, but as another method, those who wish to become "Oya" candidate themselves. Was sometimes elected for doing so.
Then, an article which becomes "Takara" depending on what became "Oya", for example, a toy or a ball, was arbitrarily selected. After that, the items that became "Takara" by "Oya" were notified to the game members, and "Takara" was hidden so as not to be known by other members. If the game start is declared by "Oya" after hiding "Takara", the search for "Takara" is started by members other than "Oya", and if it can be found within the time limit, the discoverer wins On the other hand, if it cannot be found in time, "Oya" wins.
Although there are no particular restrictions on the articles to be "Takara", articles that are close to children, such as baseball balls and soft resin ball toys, were sometimes used.

On the other hand, among the conventionally known toys that can be used in a treasure hunting game to enhance the play, there are those described in the following patent documents.
The light emitting ball described in the following patent document is electrically connected to a light emitting diode, a group of electronic control devices for controlling lighting thereof, a coin-type or button-type primary battery serving as a power supply, and an electronic control device. After the acceleration sensor and the ball were disposed inside the ball, the cavity was filled with a transparent or translucent resin.
When the vibration or impact applied to the toy is detected by the acceleration sensor, the electronic control device is operated, and the light emitting diode is turned on for a certain period of time.
Therefore, for example, if a toy hidden during the emission of the toy can be found, game rules such as a win of the discoverer can be set, and if the lighting time is appropriately adjusted, the toy is used as a “takara” of a treasure hunting game. It was also possible.

JP-T-2002-522130 Registered Utility Model No. 3058122 Registered utility model 3050364

As described above, in the treasure hunting game, a game that is usually familiar is used as "takara", but in such a case, there is a problem of misidentification of "takara" at the time of the game.
In other words, when a commercially available ball or the like is called “Takara”, since there are a plurality of balls of exactly the same shape, a ball that is not related to the game is erroneously found to be “Takara”. There was a problem.
Further, when a treasure hunting game is performed using a baseball or a soft resin ball toy as "Takara", there is a problem that the freshness when "Takara" is discovered is lacking.

On the other hand, there is a problem in using a conventionally-known ball having a built-in light emitting diode in a treasure hunting game in the following points.
That is, in the prior art, since the light emitting diode and the whole group of electronic control devices for controlling lighting of the light emitting diode are sealed with resin, there is a problem that the battery cannot be replaced when the battery runs out.
In addition, since the inside is filled with resin, if a product having a large size is manufactured with this structure, there is a problem that the weight becomes too heavy.
Further, in the above-mentioned prior art, since it is assumed that the player plays the game by throwing or rolling as a ball, the control information for turning on or off the light emitting diode is not suitable for a treasure hunting game.

The present invention has been made in view of the problems of the related art, and has as its object to provide a luminescent toy suitable for a treasure hunting game.
That is, the subject of the present invention is the following four points.
(1) By using a toy exclusively for a treasure hunting game, the problem of erroneously recognizing a similar object as "Takara" is prevented.
(2) The battery can be replaced so that it can be used for a long time.
(3) The weight of the toy is reduced so that a product having a large size can be manufactured without impairing comfort.
(4) The lighting control of the light emitting diode is suitable for a treasure hunting game.

The idea of claim 1 is
The toy is provided with a light emitting diode inside the toy so that the light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside, and is configured as follows.
The toy is provided with a light-transmitting case as a hollow solid body that forms a hollow portion inside. This translucent case can be divided by combining a first case and a second case formed of a resin material having translucency so as to face each other.
Inside the translucent case, an acceleration sensor that outputs a detection signal generated by detecting an impact applied to the toy to the lighting control means, and a light emitting diode that operates when the detection signal is input is activated. There are provided lighting control means for automatically turning off the light after turning on the light for a predetermined time, a light emitting diode which is turned on by the lighting control means, and a battery for supplying a current to the light emitting diode and the lighting control means.
Therefore, when the toy is subjected to vibration or impact by tapping lightly, the acceleration sensor detects this and a detection signal is output to the lighting control means. As a result, the lighting control means operates to turn on the light emitting diode for a certain period of time, after which the light emitting diode is automatically turned off.
The lighting state of the light emitting diode is arbitrarily set, and may be, for example, a continuous lighting state or blinking at a predetermined cycle. In short, any lighting control may be used as long as it is possible to notify the viewer whether or not the time limit of the treasure hunting game has expired based on the lighting state of the toy.

The invention according to claim 2 is
The toy according to claim 1, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
The lighting control means includes a timer device, a memory in which lighting information of the light emitting diodes is stored in advance, and an arithmetic control device.
The memory stores first lighting information and second lighting information.
In the standby state of the lighting control means (when the light emitting diode is turned off), when a detection signal output from the acceleration sensor is input once to the arithmetic and control unit, the light emitting diode is activated at the same time as the timer device is started by the arithmetic and control unit. The lighting is performed based on the first lighting information.
Then, when the detection signal is input to the arithmetic and control unit while the light emitting diode is lit based on the first lighting information, the lighting state of the light emitting diode is changed to the second at the same time when the timer is canceled by the arithmetic and control unit. The lighting state is changed to the lighting state based on the lighting information.
The lighting state of the light emitting diode in the first lighting information and the second lighting information is arbitrarily set, and may be, for example, a continuous lighting state or blink at a predetermined cycle. It doesn't matter. In short, it is important that the first lighting information and the second lighting information can easily recognize that the lighting state of the light emitting diode that is lit based on the lighting information is different.

The invention according to claim 3 is:
The toy according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
Either a multi-color light emitting diode that emits light in a plurality of colors with one element is provided, or a plurality of light emitting diodes having different lighting colors are provided.
Note that the purpose of this configuration is to enable light emission in a plurality of colors. Regarding the selection of light-emitting elements, use a single element capable of emitting light in multiple colors or use different lighting colors. It is not important whether a plurality of light emitting elements are used, and it can be appropriately selected.

The invention according to claim 4 is:
The toy according to claim 2 or 3, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
The lighting control means is provided with a memory in which second lighting information for lighting a light emitting diode of a color different from the first lighting information is stored,
When the detection signal is input while the diode is lit based on the first lighting information, the lighting color of the light emitting diode is changed to the lighting color based on the second lighting information by the second lighting information.
The lighting state of the light emitting diode based on the second lighting information includes, for example, a state in which the lighting color of the light emitting diode is changed from red to blue.

The idea of claim 5 is as follows:
The toy according to claim 2 or 3, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
The lighting control means is provided with a memory for storing second lighting information in which the light emitting diode is turned on in a blinking state different from that based on the first lighting information, and based on the first lighting information, When the detection signal is input while is turned on, the blinking state of the light emitting diode is changed by the second lighting information.
As the lighting state of the light emitting diode based on the second lighting information, for example, a light emitting diode that blinks at a slower cycle than the blinking of the light emitting diode based on the first lighting information, a light that is continuously lighted without blinking, and the like. No.

The invention according to claim 6 is:
The toy according to any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
When a detection signal is input to the arithmetic and control unit while the light emitting diode is turned on based on the second lighting information, the light emitting diode is turned off and the lighting control means enters a standby state.
When the light emitting diode is lit based on the second lighting information, the timer device has not been activated, and if left unattended, the light emitting diode remains lit.
Therefore, it is necessary to turn off the light emitting diode by some method. Therefore, in the present invention, the light emitting diode can be turned off by sending a detection signal from the acceleration sensor while the lighting is performed based on the second lighting information.

The invention according to claim 7 is:
The toy according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
On the translucent case, at least one of an animal, a plant, a monster, a robot, a fantasy creature, and an animated character is displayed by printing, or by an uneven portion formed on the case surface. The display by the concave and convex portions means that the display is performed by an expression technique similar to relief or openwork.

The invention according to claim 8 is:
The toy according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the toy is configured as follows.
A translucent case is provided in which the outer shape of the translucent case is formed in any shape of an animal, a monster, an animated character, a car, a ship, a train, an airplane, a fruit, an electronic appliance, and a portable communication appliance. I have.

The invention according to claim 9 is:
The toy is provided with a light emitting diode inside the toy so that the light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside, and is configured as follows.
The toy is provided with a light-transmitting case as a hollow solid body that forms a hollow portion inside. This translucent case can be divided by combining a first case and a second case formed of a resin material having translucency so as to face each other.
Inside the translucent case, an acceleration sensor that outputs a detection signal generated by detecting an impact applied to the toy to the lighting control means, and operates when the detection signal is input, operates for a predetermined time. Lighting control means for lighting the light emitting diode after a lapse of time, a light emitting diode lighted by the lighting control means, and a battery for supplying a current to the light emitting diode and the lighting control means are provided.
Therefore, when the toy is subjected to vibration or impact by tapping lightly, the acceleration sensor detects this and a detection signal is output to the lighting control means. The input of this detection signal activates the lighting control means, and after a certain period of time, the light emitting diode is turned on.
The lighting state of the light emitting diode is arbitrarily set, and may be, for example, a continuous lighting state or blinking at a predetermined cycle. In short, any lighting control may be used as long as it is possible to notify the viewer that the time limit of the treasure hunting game has expired based on the lighting state of the toy.

  The present invention is implemented in the form described above, and has the following effects.

According to the invention of claim 1, the following four effects can be obtained.
At the time of the game, it is possible to provide a toy dedicated to a treasure hunting game that can prevent a problem of erroneously recognizing a "takara" hidden by an "oya" and an article similar to the shape of the "takara". .
Further, when the battery is exhausted, it is possible to provide a toy for a treasure hunting game in which the transparent case forming the outer wall of the toy can be disassembled to replace the battery.
In addition, by configuring the toy without filling the cavity portion with resin, the toy can be reduced in weight and a product having a large size can be provided without impairing comfort during use.
By notifying the time limit of the treasure hunting game by the light emitting state of the toy, it is possible to effectively communicate to other members that "Takara" was found within the time limit, and to lift the game It is possible to provide a toy for a possible treasure hunting game.

According to the invention of claim 2,
By inputting the detection signal to the light emission control device while the timer device of the lighting control means is operating, the timer device can be released. At this time, since the lighting state of the light emitting diode is changed from the one based on the first lighting information to the one based on the second lighting information, by using this function at the time of the game, a person who has discovered `` Takara '', It becomes possible to show other members that "Takara" was discovered in time.
Therefore, even if "TAKARA" is found just before the time limit expires, there is no need to rush to inform friends, and a treasure hunting game can be played happily.

According to the invention of claim 3,
Since light emission in a plurality of colors is possible, various notifications including the lighting state according to the first lighting information and the second lighting information can be easily understood by utilizing the difference in the lighting color.

According to the invention of claim 4,
The first lighting information and the second lighting information can be displayed with different lighting colors, so that it is possible to easily notify the contents that the difference in the light emitting state means.
For example, in the lighting state based on the first lighting information, the red light-emitting diode is lit to notify that the timer device is operating,
In the lighting state based on the second lighting information, if the red light emitting diode is turned off and the blue light emitting diode is turned on to notify that the timer device has been released, the display state is as if it were a traffic light. Therefore, it is possible to remind the viewer of the established concept of red = danger and blue = safe, and to make the display easy to understand.

According to the invention of claim 5,
With the first lighting information and the second lighting information, it is possible to change the lighting state of the light emitting diode and display the information, and it is possible to easily notify the contents that the difference in the light emitting state means.
For example, in the lighting state based on the first lighting information, the red light-emitting diode blinks at intervals of 0.3 seconds to notify that the timer device is operating, and in the lighting state based on the second lighting information, If the red light-emitting diode flashes slowly at one-second intervals to notify that the timer device has been released, the viewer is reminded of the pre-existing concepts of fast blinking = alarm and slow blinking = safe. It is possible to make the display easy to understand.

According to the invention of claim 6,
By inputting the detection signal to the lighting control means while the light emitting diode is lit based on the second lighting information, the lighting state based on the second lighting information can be ended and the toy can be in a standby state.
As a result, when the game is over, the second lighting information can be quickly released to prevent the battery from being consumed, and the next game can be started.

According to the invention of claim 7,
Attracts children's interest by displaying one of the animals, plants, monsters, robots, fancy creatures, and anime characters on the translucent case by printing or displaying the irregularities on the case surface It becomes possible.

According to the invention of claim 8,
The outer shape of the translucent case can attract children's interest by forming it into any shape among animals, monsters, anime characters, cars, ships, trains, airplanes, fruits, electronic appliances and portable communication devices. It becomes possible.

According to the invention of claim 9,
When the timing signal output from the timer device is input to the lighting control means, that is, when the time limit of the treasure hunting game is over, the light emitting diode is turned on. "Takara" will not be found, and the difficulty of treasure hunting will be increased.
Also, if "TAKARA" cannot be found within the time limit, the light emitting diode is turned on after the game is over, so that the presence of the toy is notified, so that forgetting to hide the toy is prevented. It becomes possible.

The toy according to the present invention is a timed light emitting toy used as a "takara" in a treasure hunting game, and has a substantially spherical shape as a whole as shown in FIG.
A picture of a character that interests the child is printed on the outer surface of the toy, and a light emitting diode is provided inside the toy so that the light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside.
The outer wall of the toy is made of a resin material that transmits light, and the first case and the second case are each formed in a hemispherical shape. It is a case that can be disassembled by removing the screw when replacing the battery.
At the approximate center of the translucent case, there is provided a storage chamber in which a disk-shaped flange is formed. Inside the lighting chamber, a light emitting diode is turned on for a predetermined time and then automatically turned off. A base on which the control means and the light emitting diode electrically connected to the lighting control means are brazed is fixed by screws. Thereby, the light emitted from the light emitting diode is diffused to the outside while being reflected and refracted inside the toy, so that the lighting state of the light emitting diode can be visually recognized by a viewer in all directions.
On the other hand, an acceleration sensor that detects a change in vibration or acceleration applied to the toy and outputs a detection signal is electrically connected to the lighting control means, and a battery is electrically connected to the lighting control means. Have been.

Then, when vibration or impact is applied to the toy, a detection signal output from the acceleration sensor is input to the lighting control means, the lighting control means is operated, and the light emitting diode is turned on by the lighting control means. Thereafter, when a certain time has elapsed, the light emitting diode is turned off by the lighting control means, and the lighting control means enters a standby state.
At the time of use, the lighting control means can be operated by tapping the toy lightly or hitting it against the floor surface to apply vibration or impact. When the toy is used repeatedly, the toy can be reused by tapping or hitting the floor again to give a vibration or impact to the toy.

The light-emitting diode is provided to notify the time limit of the treasure hunting game according to the lighting state of the light-emitting diode, and only when the lighting time of the light-emitting diode set in the lighting control means corresponds to the time limit of the treasure hunting game. Is meaningful.
For example, by setting rules such as "If you can find a hidden toy while the light emitting diode is lit, the discoverer will win", the toy according to the present invention will show its true value by playing Is what you do.
Therefore, the lighting state of the light emitting diode can be arbitrarily set. For example, it may be in a continuous lighting state, or may blink in a predetermined cycle. In short, any type can be used as long as the time limit of the treasure hunting game can be visually notified to the viewer.
Similarly, the lighting time of the light emitting diode can be arbitrarily set. For example, it can be about 5 minutes or about 30 minutes. This is appropriately set in consideration of the time required for one treasure hunting game.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
<First, the configuration of the toy according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. >
FIG. 1 shows an appearance of a toy 1 according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 2 shows a cross-sectional structure thereof.
The toy 1 according to the present embodiment is a timed light emitting toy used as a "takara" in a treasure hunting game, and as shown in FIG. 1, its outer shape is formed in a substantially spherical shape.
The pattern of the character is printed on the outer wall of the toy 1 so as to attract children's interest.
The outer wall is formed of a translucent case 3 that transmits light from the light emitting diode 2 provided inside the toy while diffusing the light. The translucent case 3 is combined by screwing the first case 3A and the second case 3B, each formed in a hemispherical shape using an acrylic resin, in opposition to each other, and is combined with a tennis ball. It is a hollow sphere of dimensions.
In addition, the wall surface of the translucent case 3 is formed with a thickness of about 3 to 5 mm to form a cavity inside the toy 1, and its transparency is adjusted to be substantially the same as that of ground glass. Have been.
A small chamber 4 formed in a substantially cubic shape is provided at the center of the translucent case. A rectangular thin plate-shaped substrate 5 to which electronic components are connected is housed inside. A small rectangular lid 4a is screwed into the small chamber 4 from above. Further, a disc-shaped flange 4b is provided on an outer peripheral portion of the small chamber 4, and two fixed portions 4c are provided on the flange 4b. By screwing the fixing part 4c and the upper part of the column 3a erected on the inner wall of the second case 3B, the small chamber 4 accommodating the substrate is fixed at a substantially central position of the toy 1.
As described above, the transparency of the translucent case is almost the same as that of the frosted glass, so that the members provided inside the toy 1 are blindfolded so that they cannot be seen through from the outside. By providing a cavity within the toy 1 with a thickness of about 3 to 5 mm, the weight of the toy 1 is reduced.
Further, by fastening the first case 3A and the second case 3B with screws, the screws can be removed to disassemble the first case 3A and the second case 3B. By removing the battery, the battery can be replaced.
On the other hand, the base 5 provided in the small chamber 4 includes a light emitting diode 2, components constituting a lighting control means 8 for lighting the light emitting diode 2, and an acceleration sensor 7 for operating and stopping the lighting control means 8. A button battery 5b, which is a battery, is fixed to the lower portion of the base 5 by a hook-shaped electrode 5a.
Therefore, light emitted from the light emitting diode 2 is diffused to the outside while being refracted and reflected on the wall of the translucent case 3 and the small chamber 4, and the lighting state of the light emitting diode 2 is seen in all directions. It is visible from the person.

Next, a circuit configuration of the toy according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
The circuit used in the toy according to the present embodiment controls the lighting state of the light emitting diode disposed inside the toy to change the light emitting state of the toy and visually confirm that the time limit of the treasure hunting game has ended. It informs you in a way.

FIG. 3A shows a first embodiment of an electronic circuit used in the toy according to the present invention.
As illustrated, the circuit according to the present embodiment includes a lighting control unit 8, an acceleration sensor 7 that outputs a detection signal to the lighting control unit 8, and a red light emitting diode 2A that is turned on by the lighting control unit 8. ing.
In the present embodiment, the lighting control means 8 is set in advance so that the lighting time of the red light emitting diode 2A is 5 minutes, so that the detection signal output from the acceleration sensor 7 is input to the lighting control means 8 once. Then, the lighting control means 8 is operated, and the light emitting diode 2A is turned on for 5 minutes. Thereafter, the red light emitting diode 2A is automatically turned off, and the lighting control means 8 is again in a standby state.
As described above, the acceleration sensor 7 is used as a power switch, and as shown in FIG. 4, the user strikes or vibrates the toy 1 to give a change in acceleration to the toy. Activated.

FIG. 3B shows a second embodiment of the electronic circuit used in the toy 1 according to the present invention.
The electronic circuit according to the second embodiment is obtained by improving the first configuration, and only the differences from the first configuration will be briefly described.
In the first embodiment, one red light emitting diode 2A is provided, but in this embodiment, one multicolor light emitting diode 2B that emits two colors of red and blue is provided. Further, the lighting control means 81 is provided with an arithmetic control unit 81a and a memory 81b in which lighting information A and B of the light emitting diode 2B are stored in advance, and either one of these two kinds of lighting information is provided. The light emitting diode 2B is configured to light based on the lighting information.
In this embodiment, when the detection signal output from the acceleration sensor 7 is input to the lighting control means 81, the operation state of the lighting control means 81 is changed by the judgment of the arithmetic and control unit 81a. I have. That is, the acceleration sensor 7 is a switch that also serves as a battery switch and an operation state changeover switch.
For example, the user can operate or stop the toy 1 or switch the operating state by operating the acceleration sensor 7 by hitting or vibrating the toy.
The operation will be described below. The operation of the lighting control unit 81 differs depending on whether the operation of the timer device 81c of the lighting control unit 81 is interrupted or not. It is described in.

<Operation when timer is not interrupted>
When a detection signal is input from the acceleration sensor 7 to the lighting control unit 81 in the standby state, the arithmetic and control unit 81a determines based on the detection signal, activates the timer device 81c, and stores the first signal stored in the memory 81b. The light emitting diode 2B is lit in red based on the lighting information. In this embodiment, since the time limit of the timer device 81c is set to 5 minutes in advance, the light emitting diode 2B is lit in red for 5 minutes.
When the time limit expires, a timer signal is output from the timer device 81c to the arithmetic control device 81a. The arithmetic control device 81a makes a determination based on this, turns off the light emitting diode 2B, and waits for the lighting control means 81. Transition to the state.

<Operation when timer is interrupted>
When the detection signal output from the acceleration sensor 7 is input to the lighting control means 81 while the light emitting diode 2B is lit based on the first lighting information, the arithmetic and control unit 81a makes a determination based on this and the timer device. 81c is stopped, and the light emitting diode 2B is lit in blue based on the second lighting information. Lighting based on the second lighting information is continued until the next detection signal is input to the arithmetic and control unit 81a.
Then, when the detection signal is input to the arithmetic and control unit 81a while the light emitting diode 2B is lit based on the second lighting information, the arithmetic and control unit 81a makes a determination based on this and outputs the second lighting information. The lighting state based on the lighting is ended and the lighting control means 81 is shifted to the standby state.

According to this embodiment, when a toy is found during a game, the lighting state of the light emitting diode 2B is shifted to a lighting state based on the second lighting information by hitting or vibrating the toy. It is possible to prove to other members that the toy 1 has been found within the time limit.
Therefore, even if the toy 1 is found immediately before the time limit, it is not necessary to urgently report to the other members that the toy 1 has been found within the time, and it is possible to enjoy the game with plenty of time.
Further, in the present embodiment, while the lighting is performed based on the second lighting information, the detection signal is output again from the acceleration sensor 7, thereby terminating the lighting state of the light emitting diode 2B based on the second lighting information. As a result, the toy 1 can be put in the standby state, so that it is possible to avoid the problem that the battery is consumed by turning on the light emitting diode 2B more than necessary.
In order to start the next game, it is possible to turn off the light emitting diode 2B using this function and set the lighting control means 81 to the initial state.

In the first and second embodiments, the configuration is described in which the light emitting diode 2 is turned on for a certain time when the detection signal is output from the acceleration sensor 7 for the first time. I don't care.
The light emitting diode 2 may be turned on after a lapse of a predetermined time from the first output of the detection signal from the acceleration sensor 7, that is, when the time limit of the treasure hunting game has expired.
In the case of the first embodiment,
The lighting control means 8 is activated when a detection signal is input to the lighting control means 8 in a standby state. At this time, the light emitting diode 2A is not turned on, and the time limit set in the lighting control means 8 expires. Then, the light emitting diode 2A is turned on, and the toy 1 can emit light.
In the case of the second embodiment, the following can be performed.
That is, in the memory 81b, control information for lighting the light emitting diode 2B in red is stored as first lighting information, and control information for lighting the light emitting diode 2B in blue is stored as second lighting information. Is configured in advance. When the timer device 81c is not released, the light emitting diode 2B can be illuminated in red based on the first lighting information when the timer device 81c outputs the clock signal. When the operation of the timer device 81c is canceled halfway, the light emitting diode 2B is configured to be lit in blue based on the second lighting information when a detection signal is input during the operation of the timer device 81c. can do.
The above is the configuration example of the electronic circuit used in the present embodiment, and which one to use can be appropriately selected.
Hereinafter, the configuration of the members used in the toy 1 according to the first embodiment and the lighting control of the light emitting diode 2 will be described in detail.

<About light emitting diodes>
The light emitting diode 2 can be arbitrarily selected in consideration of the dimensions of the toy main body, the color scheme at the time of light emission, and the like. For example, the following can be used.
Chip type light emitting diode, shell type light emitting diode, light emitting diode module, etc.
In particular, among shell-type light-emitting diodes, a multi-color light-emitting diode that can be lit in only about 2 to 7 colors by itself can be used to achieve colorful lighting, and the unit cost of parts can be compared. It is suitable for the toy according to the present invention because it is relatively cheap.

<Resin material used for translucent case 3>
The resin material used for the light-transmitting case 3 is not particularly limited as long as it has light-transmitting properties and can sufficiently withstand use as a toy. it can.
Commercially available transparent or translucent resins such as PP (polypropylene), PET (polyethylene terephthalate), PS (polystyrene), PE (polyethylene), ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), acrylic resin and polyester resin.
The resin material having high transparency in the solidified state is made opaque by adding an appropriate additive or colored by adding a pigment, so that the lighting state of the light emitting diode 2 is opaque enough to be visually recognized. On the other hand, since it is possible to attract children's interest by making the structure transparent, the structure may be made transparent so that the inside of the toy can be visually recognized.

<Acceleration sensor>
The acceleration sensor 7 is not limited to the name “acceleration sensor”, and various sensors that operate by acceleration such as vibration or impact applied to the toy can be used.
For example, in addition to a commercially available sensor sold under the name of a shock sensor, an impact sensor, a vibration sensor, or the like, a weight is simply attached to one of the contact pieces of the leaf switch, or the inside of the first electrode formed in an annular shape. An inexpensive switch or the like configured by providing a second swing electrode supported by a spring or an elastic member can be used.

<About shape of translucent case 3 and picture printed on translucent case>
The shape of the translucent case 3 is as follows.
Animals, monsters, anime characters, automobiles, ships, trains, airplanes, fruits, electronic appliances, portable communication appliances, and the like that can be of interest to children can be used. FIG. 5 (B) exemplifies one formed in the shape of a fruit and one formed in the shape of an animal.
In addition, examples of the pattern printed on the translucent case 3 include the following.
Animals, plants, monsters, robots, fancy creatures, anime characters, etc. Besides these, figures, emblems and the like can be printed.
By configuring the shape of the translucent case 3 or printing a pattern or the like in this way, it is possible to distinguish individual toys, so when performing a treasure hunting game using a plurality of toys, It is possible to assign the score at the time of discovery.
For example, if 10 points are set for an animal pattern printed and 50 points are set for a monster pattern printed, a treasure hunting game can be performed more enjoyably.

<Regarding timer devices provided in lighting control means 8 and 81>
Regarding the timer device provided in the lighting control means 8 and 81, the following is also possible.
For example, a plurality of different operation modes such as a limited time of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and 15 minutes can be provided in advance, and the operation mode to be used can be switched by operating a button or a mode selection switch. As another configuration, the time limit can be directly input by operating a button.
If the time limit of the timer device can be changed in this way, it becomes possible to adjust the difficulty level of treasure hunting according to the level of the player, so that a toy that is hard to get tired can be obtained.

<Regarding an additional output device provided in the toy other than the light emitting diode 2>
As an additional output device other than the light emitting diode 2, the following can be provided.
In the embodiment, the configuration in which only the light emitting diode 2 is provided as the output means connected to the lighting control means 8 and 81 has been described. However, in the toy according to the present invention, in addition to the light emitting diode 2, a vibration device and It is also possible to provide a sound output device or the like.
For example, by providing a sound output device that works in conjunction with the lighting control means 8 and 81, when the time limit of the game has elapsed, the lighting state of the light-emitting diode 2 is changed, and at the same time, a melody or a notification sound for notifying the end of the game is output. It is possible for all the players in the game area to know the end of the game at the same time.
Furthermore, with this configuration, even when a game is played using a plurality of toys, it is possible to easily know the location of the toy that was not found within the time limit, The possibility of forgetting to hide the toy can be reduced.
Also, if a vibrating device interlocked with the lighting control means 8, 81 is provided instead of the sound output device, it is possible to notify by vibration, which is convenient when a loud sound is not desired.

<Regarding control information of light emitting diode 2 defined in first lighting information and second lighting information>
Examples of the lighting information of the light emitting diode 2 include the following.
(1) Continuous lighting state.
Example) Red light emitting diode lights continuously.
(2) Periodic or random flashing.
Example) Red LED flashes every 0.5 seconds.
(3) It gradually darkens and then gradually brightens.
Example) The red light emitting diode gradually darkens in about one second, and then gradually brightens in the same manner.
(4) Light emission combining a plurality of colors.
Example) Red light emitting diode and blue light emitting diode are turned on at the same time.
Regarding the setting of the lighting pattern, it is important that the difference between the lighting state based on the first lighting information and the lighting state based on the second lighting information is set so as to be visually recognized. Can be set.
Furthermore, as long as the difference between the lighting state based on the first lighting information and the lighting state based on the second lighting information can be visually discriminated, other than the above-described lighting patterns can be used.

Finally, an example of a treasure hunting game using the toy according to the embodiment will be described.
The most basic way of playing is a game using one toy 1 which is "Takara".
The game starts with a group of children.
Then, a selection is made based on the results of a rock-paper-scissor or the like performed in the group, or a candidate who wishes to run for himself decides what will become “Oya”.
Then, the thing which became "Oya" hides this after activating the toy according to the embodiment so as not to be known to others.
And when the thing that became "Oya" declares the start of the game, members other than "Oya" search for the hidden "Takara", and if they can be searched within the time limit, the discoverer , And conversely, if he cannot be found in time, he will win. Whether or not the toy was found within the time limit is determined by checking the lighting state of the toy that has become “Takara”.
If the player becomes accustomed to this and feels insufficient in the game, it is possible to increase the difficulty of the game by using a plurality of "takara" toys.
In this case, for example, a plurality of toys in which the same type of pattern is displayed may be hidden, and the discoverer may win if all the hidden toys are found, or as another method, For example, as shown in FIG. 5, a game can be played using a toy that can be distinguished from individual toys by providing different patterns.
In this case, the game rule is to set different points for each treasure, such as 10 points for one star and 20 points for two stars, and the total of the treasures found by each of the two teams. Can compete for points.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, when a child performs a treasure hunting game, it is possible to provide a timed-type luminous toy that makes it possible to play more excitingly by playing more.

FIG. 2 is an external view showing an embodiment of the toy according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is an enlarged sectional view showing an internal structure of the toy shown in FIG. 1. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration used in the toy illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating use of the toy shown in FIG. 1. FIG. 4 is a view showing another embodiment according to the present invention.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Toy 2 Light emitting diode 2A Red light emitting diode 2B Multi-color light emitting diode 3 Translucent case 3A First case 3B Second case 3a Support 4 Small chamber 4a Cover 4c Fixing part 4b Collar 5 Base 5a Electrode 5b Button battery 7 Acceleration sensor 8 Lighting control means 81 Lighting control means 81a Arithmetic control device 81b Memory 81c Timer device

Claims (9)

A toy in which a light emitting diode is provided inside the toy so that the light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside,
A first case and a second case formed of a resin material having a light-transmitting property are combined so as to be separable, and a light-transmitting case as a hollow solid body that forms a hollow portion therein,
In the cavity in the translucent case,
An acceleration sensor that outputs a detection signal generated by detecting an impact applied to the toy to the lighting control means,
Lighting control means that operates when a detection signal is input, turns on the light emitting diode for a predetermined time, and then automatically turns off the light emitting diode,
A light emitting diode that is lit by the lighting control means,
A battery for supplying current to the light emitting diode and the lighting control means,
A timed light emitting toy for use in a treasure hunting game, comprising: The toy according to claim 1, wherein
The lighting control means includes:
A timer device which is controlled by the arithmetic and control unit and outputs a clock signal after a certain time,
First lighting information that turns on the light emitting diode until the time signal of the timer device is input, and when the detection signal is input until the time signal of the timer device is input, second lighting information that turns on the light emitting diode. And a memory in which is stored
When a detection signal is input to the lighting control means in the standby state, the timer device is started and the light emitting diode is turned on for a certain period of time based on the first lighting information, and the diode is turned on based on the first lighting information. When a detection signal is input during the operation, the operation of the timer device is stopped, and an arithmetic and control unit that lights the light emitting diode based on the second lighting information,
A timed-type luminous toy used in a treasure hunting game, comprising: A toy according to claim 1 or claim 2,
The light emitting diode is a multi-color light emitting diode that emits light in a plurality of colors with one element, or a plurality of light emitting diodes having different lighting colors, and is capable of emitting light in a plurality of colors. Timed luminous toy. A toy according to claim 2 or claim 3,
The lighting control means is provided with a memory in which second lighting information for lighting a light emitting diode of a color different from that specified in the first lighting information is stored,
When the detection signal is input while the light emitting diode is turned on based on the first lighting information, the lighting state of the light emitting diode is changed from the lighting state based on the first lighting information to the lighting state based on the second lighting information. A timed light emitting toy used in a treasure hunting game. A toy according to claim 2 or claim 3,
In the memory, the second lighting information for blinking the light emitting diode in a state different from the lighting state based on the first lighting information is stored,
When the detection signal is input while the light emitting diode is turned on based on the first lighting information, the lighting state of the light emitting diode is changed from the lighting state based on the first lighting information to the lighting state based on the second lighting information. A timed light emitting toy used in a treasure hunting game. A toy according to any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein
If a detection signal is input to the lighting control device while the light emitting diode is lit based on the second lighting information, it is determined that the light emitting diode is turned off and the lighting control means is in a standby state. A timed light-emitting toy used in the treasure hunting game. A toy according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein
In the translucent case, any one or more of animals, plants, monsters, robots, fantasy creatures, anime characters, etc., are displayed by printing or uneven parts formed on the case surface A timed luminous toy used in treasure hunting games. It is a toy according to any one of claims 1 to 7,
A treasure hunt wherein the outer shape of the translucent case is formed in any one of an animal, a monster, an animated character, a car, a ship, a train, an airplane, a fruit, an electronic appliance, and a portable communication appliance. Timed light-emitting toys used in games. A toy in which a light emitting diode is provided inside the toy so that the light emitting state can be visually recognized from the outside,
A first case and a second case formed of a resin material having a light-transmitting property are combined so as to be separable, and a light-transmitting case as a hollow solid body that forms a hollow portion therein,
In the cavity in the translucent case,
An acceleration sensor that outputs a detection signal generated by detecting an impact applied to the toy to the lighting control means,
Lighting control means that operates when a detection signal is input and automatically turns on the light emitting diode after a certain period of time,
A light emitting diode that is lit by the lighting control means,
A battery for supplying current to the light emitting diode and the lighting control means,
A timed light emitting toy for use in a treasure hunting game, comprising:

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