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Water device for use in a water game

a technology for water devices and water games, applied in amusements, acquatic toys, toys, etc., can solve problems such as the routine of pooling or playing in sprinklers

Inactive Publication Date: 2011-05-05
THOUGHT DEVMENT
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[0007]It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a water device for use in a water-based game that allows one or more users to race a stream of water at variable speeds.

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Unfortunately, however, even going in the pool or playing in the sprinkler can become routine.

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[0015]In an embodiment, a water-based device is provided that includes at least a hose through which water flows. The hose may be configured, for example, as a flat hose or the like, although other shaped hoses may be suitable in accordance with the teachings herein. Further and in an embodiment, a plurality of openings may be provided in the hose on a top surface, through which a portion of the water sprays. The height at which water sprays through the openings may depend upon, for example, the number of openings and / or the respective diameters thereof. In an embodiment, the water-based device is used as a game, as users race against the flow of water from the point where the water starts flowing through the hose to the end of the hose.

[0016]In one or more embodiments, the flow of water through the channel(s) is controlled by a valve device that is operatively coupled to a water source, such as a garden hose. The valve device may be mechanical, hydraulic, electric or a hybrid devic...

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Abstract

A water device for use in a water game in accordance with an embodiment of the present application includes a valve device providing a variable flow of water to a flat hose with a plurality of holes formed therein to allow water to spray from the top thereof. A user races the water in the flat hose to a finishing member to try beat the water there. An indicator may indicate if the user has won.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is based on and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 239,002, filed on Sep. 1, 2009 and entitled A WATER DEVICE FOR USE IN A WATER GAME, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field of the Disclosure[0003]The present disclosure relates to a water-based entertainment device. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to water device for use in a water-based game that allows one or more users to race a stream of water.[0004]2. Related Art[0005]Summer fun has commonly revolved around water-based entertainment. Whether it involves pools or the simple sprinkler in the backyard, parents have often relied on water to entertain children during the hot summer months. Unfortunately, however, even going in the pool or playing in the sprinkler can become routine.[0006]Accordingly, it would be beneficial to provide a new and entertaining water-based game.SUMM...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63H23/10
CPCA63H23/10
Inventor AMRON, ALANMCMANUS, JAMES
Owner THOUGHT DEVMENT
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