Pivoting frame adjustably supporting a flexible ramp and methods thereof

摘要

A toy which simply yet uniquely varies the height and curvature of a flexible ramp uniquely supported on a pivoting ramp frame. The toy includes a frame for resting on a horizontal surface, spaced apart horizontally and extending upwardly from the frame defining an open area therebetween above the frame, and first and second pivoting assemblies at the frame engaging first and second arm members for adjustably pivoting the arm members between varying angles with respect to the frame. A bendable ramp is adjustably supported at the frame, secured to the arm members and sitting in the open area defined by the arm members.

主权项

1. A toy, comprising;
a frame for resting on a horizontal surface; a first and a second arm member each extending upwardly from the frame, said first and second arm members being horizontally spaced apart from one another on the frame to define an open area therebetween above the frame; a first pivoting assembly at the frame mechanically engaging the first arm member for adjustably pivoting the first arm member between varying angles with respect to the frame; a second pivoting assembly at the frame mechanically engaging the second arm member for adjustably pivoting the second arm member between varying angles with respect to the frame; a bendable ramp adjustably supported at the frame, secured to the arm members and sitting in the open area defined by the arm members, the ramp including a ramp surface that adjusts between a first position, which is nearly vertical with respect to the frame when the first pivoting assembly is rotated to a first location, and a second position when the first pivoting assembly is rotated to a second location; and a goal post assembly including lights, sounds and IR sensors which are activated when a toy vehicle launched from the bendable ramp passes through the goal posts.