US3730524A
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Multi-game system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-04-07
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Granted: 1973-05-01
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Expires: 1991-04-07
Abstract
Abstract A game system for children for simulating polo, hockey, soccer and other games by means of hobby horses and auxiliary devices. Stability of the hobby horse structure is obtained by a wide base construction of the supporting frame. Additional safety factors are incorporated into the game system by having the hooves of the hobby horse turned inwardly; elimination of sharp edges; utilization of light-weight construction material; and supporting T-sections within the horse for structural strength. Maneuverability of the hobby horse is achieved by means of swivelable casters and by means of greater leg room for the game participants. The height of the hobby horses are adjustable by means of telescopic support posts. The game system also provides for vertical and horizontal stacking of the hobby horses for storage in a small area. A pair of hollow posts extend laterally through front and rear sections of the hobby horse body and engage the supporting T-sections. A stacking rack comprising horizontal posts attached to a frame is provided. The horizontal posts fit into the hollow posts to support the hobby horses.
Inventors
- 👤 M Green
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 08:44
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F7/00; A63F7/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
258 words
A multi-game system for children for simulating adult games comprising in combination: a plurality of wheeled hobby horse means movable in all directions within a horizontal plane, said hobby horse means to be ridden by the participants of the game and propelled by the pushing action of the feet of said game participants against the ground; a game component object means, propelled along the ground and receiving energy by a striking force from said game participant; a pair of adjustable goal means for receiving said game component object means; and wherein said hobby horse means further comprises: a plastic hobby horse body having a seat to support said game participant; a first adjustable, vertical support post located at lower front portion of said hobby horse body; a first hollow T-section element connected to upper end of said first adjustable, vertical support post; a second adjustable, vertical support post located at lower rear portion of said hobby horse body; a second hollow T-section element connected to upper end of said second adjustable vertical support post; a supporting base connected to said first and second vertical support posts; a plurality of wheeled coasters attached to said supporting base so that said hobby horse may move in all directions along the ground; and a pair of hollow posts extending laterally through the front and rear sections of said body of said hobby horse and engaging first And second T-sections to permit vertical stacking of said hobby horse by auxiliary stacking means and to provide structural support for said hobby horse body.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
258 words
A multi-game system for children for simulating adult games comprising in combination: a plurality of wheeled hobby horse means movable in all directions within a horizontal plane, said hobby horse means to be ridden by the participants of the game and propelled by the pushing action of the feet of said game participants against the ground; a game component object means, propelled along the ground and receiving energy by a striking force from said game participant; a pair of adjustable goal means for receiving said game component object means; and wherein said hobby horse means further comprises: a plastic hobby horse body having a seat to support said game participant; a first adjustable, vertical support post located at lower front portion of said hobby horse body; a first hollow T-section element connected to upper end of said first adjustable, vertical support post; a second adjustable, vertical support post located at lower rear portion of said hobby horse body; a second hollow T-section element connected to upper end of said second adjustable vertical support post; a supporting base connected to said first and second vertical support posts; a plurality of wheeled coasters attached to said supporting base so that said hobby horse may move in all directions along the ground; and a pair of hollow posts extending laterally through the front and rear sections of said body of said hobby horse and engaging first And second T-sections to permit vertical stacking of said hobby horse by auxiliary stacking means and to provide structural support for said hobby horse body.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
93 words
A multi-game system in accordance with claim 1 wherein said first and second adjustable, vertical posts are each comprised of: a hollow upper post member having apertures in a transverse direction; a hollow lower post member having apertures in a transverse direction so that one post member may be telescoped within the other post member and apertures of both post members may be placed in alignment; and fastening means for engaging said apertures in said upper and lower post members so that each vertical support post may be locked at a selected level.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
155 words
A multi-game system in accordance with claim 1 wherein said supporting base comprises: an axial base member disposed in a parallel direction to the body of said hobby horse; a front base member connected transversely to said axial base member wherein said front base member is substantially short in a direction perpendicular to said axial base member so as not to interfere with the feed of said game participants during a game; a rear base member connected transversely to said axial base member wherein said rear base member is substantially longer than said front base member so that said hobby horse will remain in a stable upright position when ridden by said game participants; and a frictionally surfaced pad attached to the top surface of said rear base member so that said hobby horse may be used by a standing game participant in addition to the seated game participant for racing, coasting, and other games.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
95 words
A multi-game system in accordance with claim 1 further comprising: a movable stacking structure for vertical and horizontal stacking of said hobby horses when not in use so that a storage area for said hobby horses is substantially reduced and allows the play area to be utilized for other games; said stacking structure comprising; a plurality of parallel horizontal bars engaging said hollow posts extending laterally through said bodies of said hobby horses; and means for structurally connecting said horizontal bars so that said horizontal bars are in a parallel, fixed relationship to each other.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
58 words
A multi-game system in accordance with claim 4 wherein said stacking structure further comprises a locking device at the ends of said horizontal bars so that said hobby horses are retained in position, said locking devices further comprised of an integral, quick-disconnect spring and clasp mechanism having smooth edges to prevent injury to children in the game area.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-30 | 1976-10-30 | 1977-05-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-30 | 1980-10-30 | 1981-05-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-30 | 1984-10-30 | 1985-05-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |