ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 14 -- United States Patent no. 12,678,702, issued on July 14.

"Interlocking toy" was invented by Yao Dong (Shantou, China).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An interlocking toy is provided. A plurality of connection assemblies of a torque transferring device are arranged on the interlocking toy. Each connection assembly is provided with two connection ends, and a plurality of fitting ends are provided on a supporting seat. Each fitting end is configured for detachable insertion of the connection ends. Thus, transmission devices are allowed to be replaced or rearranged, which improves transformability of the toy and enhances transformation flexibility of a product. Second, wh...