公开(公告)号：US06764396B2

公开(公告)日：2004-07-20

申请号：US10027858

申请日：2001-10-18

Applicant: Jerald C. Seelig ,  Lawrence M. Henshaw

Inventor： Jerald C. Seelig ,  Lawrence M. Henshaw

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: G07F17/3213 ,  A63F3/062 ,  A63F7/048 ,  G07F17/3216 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: A display device comprising a plurality of prize balls, a ball holder adapted to hold the balls in an individually controlled manner, a controller adapted to select a prize ball, a display mechanism adapted to display the selected prize ball to the player; and a positioning mechanism in communication with the controller adapted to position the selected prize ball relative to the display mechanism. The display device may be combined with a jumbled ball display wherein the balls displayed by the display device appear to originate from the jumbled ball display. The display device may also be combined with a game apparatus that is adapted to allow players to play a game. In this embodiment, the display device may provide a bonus award for the player. Several games are also provided that may be used with the display device. In an alternative embodiment, the jumbled ball display is replaced with a video display device that displays the balls in video form. The display device may also be replaced by the video display device in which case a prize ball appears to be randomly selected from the agitated display balls.

Abstract translation: 一种显示装置，包括多个奖杯，适于以独立控制的方式保持球的球保持器，适于选择奖杯的控制器，适于将选定奖杯显示给玩家的显示机构; 以及与所述控制器通信的定位机构，其适于将所选奖杯相对于所述显示机构定位。 显示装置可以与混合的球显示器组合，其中由显示装置显示的球看起来源于混乱的球显示器。 显示装置还可以与适于允许玩家玩游戏的游戏装置组合。 在该实施例中，显示装置可以为玩家提供奖励奖励。 还提供了可以与显示装置一起使用的几个游戏。 在替代实施例中，用视频形式显示球的视频显示装置来代替混乱的球显示器。 显示装置也可以由视频显示装置代替，在这种情况下，从被搅动的显示球中看起来是随机选择一个奖杯。

公开(公告)号：US06264197B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-24

申请号：US09522993

申请日：2000-03-09

Applicant: Ronald D. Halliburton

Inventor： Ronald D. Halliburton

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: G07F17/3297 ,  A63F2250/13

Abstract: A coin operated amusement device that includes a coin acceptor that directs coins down a coin chute and delivers the coins to a playing surface. A series of moveable pushers are oriented on the playing surface and push coins on the surface toward a ledge. The distance the pusher will travel toward the ledge is dependent on the timing of the insertion of the coin into the acceptor with respect to a moving indicator that constantly sweeps back and forth across a gauge. The pushers may be advanced independently or in unison. The object of the game is to time the insertion of coins so that the pusher will travel a maximum distance and push coins off the ledge.

Abstract translation: 一种投币式娱乐装置，其包括硬币接收器，其将硬币引导到硬币滑槽并将硬币传送到游戏表面。 一系列可移动的推动器定位在游戏表面上，并将表面上的硬币推向凸缘。 推动器朝向突出部行进的距离取决于将硬币插入受体的时间相对于恒定地横过量规扫描的移动指示器。 推动器可以独立地或一致地前进。 游戏的目的是时间插入硬币，使得推动器将行进最大距离并将硬币推出凸缘。

公开(公告)号：US06491296B2

公开(公告)日：2002-12-10

申请号：US09904185

申请日：2001-07-11

Applicant: Bryan M. Kelly ,  Norman B. Petermeier ,  Matthew F. Kelly ,  J. Richard Oltmann

Inventor： Bryan M. Kelly ,  Norman B. Petermeier ,  Matthew F. Kelly ,  J. Richard Oltmann

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: G07F17/3213 ,  A63F5/045 ,  A63F7/0058 ,  A63F2003/0017 ,  A63F2007/0052 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/3297 ,  G07F17/34

Abstract: An arcade game including a progressive bonus apparatus connected to a plurality of individual game units. The progressive bonus apparatus receives score contributions from each game unit to increase a progressive score. When players achieve a predetermined task on a game unit, they receive a non-monetary award based on the progressive score. Each game unit connected to the progressive bonus apparatus may take the form of an arcade-type game with a rotating wheel on which to base scoring. A playing piece is directed down a playing surface towards a target end, and the wheel is rotated according to the target that was hit by the playing piece. The position of the wheel when it stops rotating affects the score. A non-monetary award based on the score is dispensed to the player when the game is completed.

Abstract translation: 包括连接到多个单独游戏单元的进阶奖励装置的街机游戏。 渐进奖励装置从每个游戏单元接收得分贡献以增加渐进分数。 当玩家在游戏单元上实现预定任务时，他们会根据渐进分数获得非货币奖励。 连接到渐进奖励装置的每个游戏单元可以采用具有旋转轮的街机式游戏的形式，在其上进行基准评分。 一个演奏板被向下朝向一个目标端向下游动，并且该车轮根据被该玩具击中的目标而旋转。 车轮停止转动时的位置影响得分。 当游戏完成时，基于得分的非货币奖励被分配给玩家。

公开(公告)号：US06345820B1

公开(公告)日：2002-02-12

申请号：US09610143

申请日：2000-07-05

Applicant: Jeffrey R. Zucchi ,  James R. Allshouse

Inventor： Jeffrey R. Zucchi ,  James R. Allshouse

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63F7/3603

Abstract: A scoring hood for a gaming table, such as an air hockey table, is provided comprising a top, and two sides defining a goal opening which extends into the playing area of the table wherein the sides curve concavedly outwardly from the goal opening to the edge of the playing area.

Abstract translation: 提供了诸如空气曲棍球桌之类的游戏桌的得分罩，其包括顶部和两个侧面，其限定延伸到桌子的游戏区域中的球门开口，其中侧面从球门开口向边缘向外弯曲到边缘 的游乐区。

公开(公告)号：US06554278B1

公开(公告)日：2003-04-29

申请号：US10140281

申请日：2002-05-06

Applicant: Chris Haddox

Inventor： Chris Haddox

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63F7/0023 ,  A63F7/2481 ,  A63F2007/0047

Abstract: The invention is an amusement device involving a ball, a set of targets and a set of obstructions. Specifically, the device has a target is a plurality of concavities towards which a ball is rolled. A plurality of obstructions located near the concavities act to deflect a rolling ball. A peripheral groove surrounds a playing surface to collect errant balls. A projection device is used to roll the ball towards the set of targets.

Abstract translation: 本发明是涉及一种球，一组目标和一组障碍物的娱乐装置。 具体来说，该装置具有目标是多个凹部，滚珠滚动。 位于凹部附近的多个障碍物用于偏转滚球。 外围凹槽围绕游戏表面以收集错误的球。 投影装置用于朝向一组目标滚动球。

公开(公告)号：US06279905B1

公开(公告)日：2001-08-28

申请号：US09378117

申请日：1999-08-20

Applicant: Alex J. Malavazos ,  Gregory A. Malavazos

Inventor： Alex J. Malavazos ,  Gregory A. Malavazos

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63F7/3603

Abstract: A horizontal playing field board along which players propel play pieces has end zones at which the pieces may come to rest. Air outflow through an array of apertures in the board levitates the play pieces except at the end zone that is opposite from the players. This substantially eliminates friction except at the end zone where the pieces come to rest. Following insertion of payment in commercial versions of the game, the air blower shuts down when a player attains a maximum score or after elapse of a predetermined time period regardless of the player's scores. The board is light transmissive enabling illumination from underneath. Markings at each end zone which identify areas of different score value are changeable images produced by electronic display screens. This enables player selection of any of a plurality of different games having different marking patterns.

Abstract translation: 玩家推动玩具的水平运动场板具有终点区域，在该区域，玩家可能会休息。 通过板中的孔阵列的空气流出使除了与玩家相反的端部区域之外的游戏件浮起。 除了在碎片静止的末端区域之外，这基本上消除了摩擦。 在商业版本的游戏中插入付款之后，当玩家达到最大分数或经过预定时间段之后，鼓风机关闭，而与玩家的得分无关。 该板是透光的，可以从下面照明。 识别不同分数值区域的每个端区的标记是由电子显示屏产生的可变图像。 这使得播放器能够选择具有不同标记图案的多个不同游戏中的任何一个。

公开(公告)号：US06270080B1

公开(公告)日：2001-08-07

申请号：US09405290

申请日：1999-09-23

Applicant: Kil Jae Chang

Inventor： Kil Jae Chang

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  A63F7/249 ,  A63F9/02 ,  A63F2250/13 ,  A63F2250/14 ,  G07F17/3253 ,  G07F17/3295 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: A coin-operated item vending and game apparatus includes a coin-operated item vending machine and a game module. The vending machine includes a support base, coin deposit, vendable items dispenser, globe and elongated central support member. The game module includes a housing, target and flexible resilient lever. The housing is disposed within the globe. The target is disposed within the housing. The lever is disposed below the target and extends through the housing and globe such that an outer end of the lever is disposed exteriorly of the globe. A depression defined on the lever receives a coin. The outer end of the lever is manually depressed downwardly by the user causing bending of the lever from an initial condition and creating an upward force because of the resiliency of the lever. Release of the lever by the user allows the lever to spring back to its initial condition and toss the coin upwardly such that the coin will either make or miss the target depending on the skill of the user.

Abstract translation: 投币式物品售卖和游戏装置包括投币式物品售卖机和游戏模块。 自动售货机包括支撑基座，硬币沉积物，可售货物分配器，球形和细长的中央支撑构件。 游戏模块包括壳体，目标和柔性弹性杆。 房屋被放置在地球内。 目标被置于壳体内。 杠杆设置在目标下方并延伸穿过壳体和球体，使得杆的外端设置在球体的外部。 在杠杆上限定的凹陷部接收硬币。 杠杆的外端由使用者手动地向下压下，导致杆从初始状态弯曲并由于杆的弹性而产生向上的力。 用户释放杠杆允许杠杆弹回到其初始状态并向上折腾硬币，使得硬币将根据使用者的技能来制造或错过目标。

公开(公告)号：US06254095B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-03

申请号：US09407623

申请日：1999-09-28

Applicant: Bon-Gee Liu

Inventor： Bon-Gee Liu

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63H18/007 ,  A63F9/14

Abstract: This invention is about a wood structural tabletop horse racing game. The running of the horses on a board is caused by the back-and-forth shaking movement of the board. The shaking of the board is powered by the turning of a steel nut against an angle plate which pushes the board forward. And the strength of a rubber band in the rear pulls the board back.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及木结构桌面赛马游戏。 电路板上的马的运行是由板的前后晃动引起的。 板的晃动是通过将钢螺母转动到将板向前推的角板来驱动的。 而后方的橡皮筋的强度使板回到了后面。

公开(公告)号：US06234476B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-22

申请号：US09488117

申请日：2000-01-20

Applicant: Akihisa Yamashita ,  Kojiro Minami ,  Eita Kada ,  Hideki Kotani ,  Yusuke Fujimoto ,  Hajime Dohki

Inventor： Akihisa Yamashita ,  Kojiro Minami ,  Eita Kada ,  Hideki Kotani ,  Yusuke Fujimoto ,  Hajime Dohki

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63F7/3603 ,  A63F7/0632

Abstract: An air hockey game apparatus allows game players to appropriately recognize statuses such as a game progress status, thereby effectively improving amusement characteristics. The air hockey game apparatus has a puck sliding surface having blowholes for blowing air to float a puck, an air-blower for blowing and sending air toward blowholes, a puck-reflecting frame around the puck sliding surface, and goals on the puck sliding surface. In the air hockey game apparatus, at least one portion of the puck sliding surface is transparent, and display sections are provided under the transparent portion, of which the display mode is changeable. Also, display-mode-setting units for setting the display mode of the display sections are provided, thereby controlling the display sections so as to be in the set display mode.

Abstract translation: 空中曲棍球游戏装置允许游戏者适当地识别诸如游戏进行状态的状态，从而有效地改善娱乐特性。 空气曲棍球游戏装置具有一个具有用于吹动空气以浮起圆盘的气孔的圆盘滑动表面，用于吹送并将空气吹向气孔的鼓风机，围绕冰球滑动表面的圆盘反射框架，以及圆盘滑动表面上的目标 。 在空中曲棍球游戏装置中，圆盘滑动面的至少一部分是透明的，并且显示部分设置在显示模式可变的透明部分的下方。 此外，提供了用于设置显示部分的显示模式的显示模式设置单元，从而将显示部分控制为处于设定显示模式。

公开(公告)号：US06623004B2

公开(公告)日：2003-09-23

申请号：US09780921

申请日：2001-02-09

Applicant: David Rossi ,  Michael Nally ,  Seth Hochberg

Inventor： David Rossi ,  Michael Nally ,  Seth Hochberg

IPC: A63F700

CPC classification number: A63F7/0672 ,  A63F2007/303 ,  A63F2007/364

Abstract: The present invention provides a soccer game table comprising a game surface; at least four sidewall sections surrounding the game surface; and a corner defined by the intersection of two of the sidewall sections, the corner having a curved face. Another preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a soccer game table comprising a game surface; at least four sidewall sections surrounding the game surface; a substantially right-angled corner defined by the intersection of two of the sidewall sections; and a removable corner member having a curved face, the removable corner member being adapted to convert the substantially right-angled corner to a rounded corner.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种包括游戏面的足球游戏桌; 围绕游戏表面的至少四个侧壁部分; 以及由两个侧壁部分的交点限定的角部，该角部具有曲面。 本发明的另一优选实施例提供一种包括游戏表面的足球游戏桌; 围绕游戏表面的至少四个侧壁部分; 由两个侧壁部分的交点限定的基本上直角的角; 以及具有弯曲表面的可拆卸的角部件，所述可移除的角部件适于将基本上直角的角部转换成圆角。