摘要 |
<p>A rod and connector toy construction set, especially for use by young children: Connector elements (30), are formed with one or more rod-gripping sockets (41) arranged radially with respect to a hub (35). The sockets (41) are open at opposite sides, enabling lateral insertion and removal of rods (45). The rods (45) include enlarged, generally cylindrical end portions (48) and adjacent neck portions (47) of reduced diameter. The connector sockets (41) include inner portions (44), and outer portions (43). The rods (45) can be inserted into the connector hubs (36, 79).</p> |