Manikin stretch joint

摘要

Joints are provided for connecting first and second manikin parts. The joints can be partially opened like a clamshell by pivoting the parts on a point on the joint interface. They include first and second joint assemblies attached to the first and second manikin parts respectively. The joint assemblies comprise a stretch element such as a spring or an elastomeric cord, and are capable of detachably engaging with each other. The joints can rotate in a primary rotational direction, for example to move a detachable manikin leg closer to the other manikin leg so that the manikin can quickly and easily be dressed in a pair of slacks. Rotation in a secondary direction is also provided to enable the manikins to be easily assembled by customers so that the manikin parts can be shipped separately. Components and methods of making and using the joints are also provided.

主权项

1. A manikin joint comprising:
a first joint assembly attached to a first manikin part; a second joint assembly attached to a second manikin part, capable of detachably engaging with the first joint assembly and forming a joint interface between the first manikin part and the second manikin part; wherein the second joint assembly comprises: a stretch element, which in use is attached to the first manikin part at a first attachment point on the stretch element and to the second manikin part at a second attachment point on the stretch element; a pivot element operationally connected to said stretch element, allowing said stretch element to pivot in a primary rotational direction wherein said manikin parts in use can pivot with respect to each other at a pivot point located at an interface between said first and second manikin parts into a partially-open position in which the joint interfaces can form an angle with respect to each other of between about 20° and about 60°; a rigid element extending between said manikin parts that prevents them from sliding with respect to each other when said joint is in partially open position.