Funko has been granted a patent for a greeting device that includes an elongate body with a message module, pivotable arms, and an actuation mechanism. When activated, the arms pivot towards the message module and extend it beyond the body. GlobalData’s report on Funko gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11922828B2) discloses a unique greeting device designed to surprise and delight recipients. The device comprises an elongate body with a chamber at one end, a message module positioned within the chamber, and two pivotable arms coupled to the body. An actuation mechanism is configured to pivot the arms towards the message module and extend it beyond the body when activated. The patent claims various configurations and mechanisms for coordinating the movement of the arms and the message module, including the use of locking elements, biasing elements, and arm actuation mechanisms.
Furthermore, the patent also covers a message display device that can transition between different configurations. Similar to the greeting device, this device includes an elongate body, pivotable arms, and a message module. When the actuation mechanism is triggered, the arms pivot towards the message module, causing it to extend beyond the body. The patent details additional features such as the use of an elongate shaft with a tab for contacting an arm lever to facilitate the transition between configurations. These innovative designs aim to enhance the user experience and create a memorable interaction for the recipient of the greeting or message displayed by the device.
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