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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 25, 2026
Filed:
Aug. 09, 2023
Hasbro, Inc., Pawtucket, RI (US);
Robert C Maschin, Johnston, RI (US);
Robert J Deroche, Glocester, RI (US);
Dan Luther, Providence, RI (US);
Hasbro, Inc., Pawtucket, RI (US);
Abstract
Apparatus and methods employing dual launch and/or non-launching secondary functions configuring operation of launchers as between one of a first or a second position. Handle portions to the outer housing may be used for grasping the toy launcher with a user's hand, and a trigger may be used in launching the projectiles or amount of launchable matter. An exit aperture disposed in relation to a forward end of the outer housing, with the exit aperture being in general alignment with the chamber such that upon use of the trigger launching is provided with forward momentum through the exit aperture. A manual actuator is disposed in relation to the one or more handle portions of the outer housing for optional use to actuate a feature of the toy launcher to reconfigure, adjust, or actuate the launcher.