Adaptive Toy Vehicle System with Dynamic Center of Gravity
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation toy vehicle system that dynamically adjusts its center of gravity in response to terrain and environmental factors, ensuring stability and enhanced play experience.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Toy vehicle with selected centre of gravity', addresses the inconvenience of toy vehicles becoming inverted during play. However, it has limitations in terms of adaptability to changing terrain and environmental conditions. The new inventive concept solves this problem by introducing a self-balancing system that uses machine learning algorithms to predict and adapt to these changes, ensuring the toy vehicle remains upright and stable.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The adaptive toy vehicle system comprises a vehicle body with an adjustable center of gravity, which can be dynamically adjusted based on terrain and environmental factors detected by sensors. The system uses machine learning algorithms to predict and adapt to changing conditions, ensuring the toy vehicle remains stable. The system can be controlled remotely, and the vehicle body can be modularly designed with interchangeable components having different center of gravity configurations.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in toy vehicle design by incorporating dynamic center of gravity adjustment, machine learning algorithms, and modular design. These features are not obvious from the original patent and represent a significant advancement in the field.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the adaptive toy vehicle system could include different sensor types, varying machine learning algorithms, and alternative modular design configurations. Additionally, the system could be integrated with other play elements, such as obstacle courses or virtual reality components, to further enhance the play experience.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive toy vehicle system has significant commercial potential in the toy industry, particularly in the remote control and autonomous toy segments. The system's ability to adapt to changing terrain and environmental conditions makes it an attractive option for outdoor play, and its modular design could appeal to consumers seeking customizable toys.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63H17/004 |
| A | A63 | A63H17/262 |
| A | A63 | A63H30/04 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Toy vehicle design and control systems, specifically focusing on vehicle stability, center of gravity manipulation, and remote control mechanisms for recreational and educational toy vehicles
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in mechanical design, robotics, and control systems, familiar with toy vehicle mechanics, sensor integration, and adaptive control technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that dynamically adjusting a toy vehicle's center of gravity is a natural extension of the source patent's teachings about vehicle stability and orientation control. The core concepts of torque management, remote control, and self-righting mechanisms in the original patent provide a clear technical foundation for more advanced adaptive stabilization techniques. The proposed variations represent predictable improvements using standard engineering design approaches and readily available sensor and machine learning technologies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,887 |
|---|---|
| Title | Toy vehicle with selected centre of gravity |
| Assignee(s) | Bbx Design Group Inc, SPIN MASTER LTD. |