公开(公告)号：US10059448B1

公开(公告)日：2018-08-28

申请号：US15603853

申请日：2017-05-24

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B63C9/08 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64D1/02

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B63C9/082 ,  B63C9/26 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64D1/02

Abstract: A pilotless drone is equipped with a life preserver or other buoyant device for delivery to a distressed swimmer. The drone includes a vacuum pump and a vacuum release mechanism to remotely release the life preserver once the drone is positioned over the swimmer. A camera on the drone can be used to locate the swimmer, and a remote control operates the release mechanism so that the operation can be performed from a remote location (such as a life guard station, vessel, etc.).

公开(公告)号：US09818265B1

公开(公告)日：2017-11-14

申请号：US15478551

申请日：2017-04-04

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: G07F17/32 ,  A63F9/30 ,  A63F9/00 ,  A63F9/24 ,  G07F17/34 ,  H04N5/232 ,  G06F3/01

CPC classification number: G07F17/3297 ,  A63F9/0079 ,  A63F9/24 ,  A63F9/30 ,  A63F2009/0081 ,  A63F2009/2407 ,  A63F2009/2457 ,  A63F2009/2458 ,  A63F2009/2461 ,  A63F2250/144 ,  G06F3/016 ,  G07F17/3246 ,  G07F17/3248 ,  G07F17/3262 ,  G07F17/34 ,  H04N5/23206 ,  H04N5/23293 ,  H04N5/247

Abstract: An arcade game with that allows a player to control the game using a video feedback plus a tactile response is provided. A player must use the video feed for controlling the game, and the video feed can be altered to vary the difficulty of the game. The tactile response can also be controlled to provide a more realistic game experience to the player.

公开(公告)号：US08448948B1

公开(公告)日：2013-05-28

申请号：US13631151

申请日：2012-09-28

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63F9/00

CPC classification number: A63F9/30 ,  A63F9/0079 ,  A63F2009/0081 ,  A63F2009/023 ,  A63F2009/2482 ,  A63F2250/142

Abstract: An amusement game such as those found in arcades is disclosed having a housing, player controls, and a playing area surrounded by a transparent housing, the game comprising a vertical array of targets; an actuator movable in X, Y, and Z directions, player controls for moving the actuator in the X and Y directions, means for extending the actuator in the Z direction toward the vertical array of targets, a suction device for adhering the actuator to a target. The actuator moves toward the targets and can remove a target from its position if properly aligned by the player.

Abstract translation: 公开了诸如在商场中发现的娱乐游戏，其具有外壳，玩家控制和被透明外壳包围的游戏区域，游戏包括垂直阵列的目标; 可在X，Y和Z方向上移动的致动器，用于在X和Y方向上移动致动器的玩家控制装置，用于将致动器沿Z方向延伸朝向垂直阵列的装置，用于将致动器附接到 目标。 执行器朝向目标移动，如果玩家正确对齐，可以将目标从其位置移除。

公开(公告)号：US20110169218A1

公开(公告)日：2011-07-14

申请号：US12686944

申请日：2010-01-13

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63F9/00

CPC classification number: A63F9/30 ,  A63F2009/0081 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3216 ,  G07F17/3295 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: A capsule for use in a vacuum crane game is disclosed that is adapted to releasably enclose a prize, the capsule formed by first and second hollow hemispherical elements cooperating to form a plastic sphere when configured in a mating arrangement, at least one of said first and second hollow hemispherical elements including a radially outwardly projecting member substantially circumscribing a first circular edge of said at least one of said first and second hollow hemispherical elements to prevent a vacuum member from engaging the capsule at the radially outwardly projecting member.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于真空起重机游戏的胶囊，其适于可释放地包围奖品，当配对配置时，由第一和第二中空半球形元件形成的胶囊形成塑料球体，所述第一和第二中空半球形元件中的至少一个 第二中空半球形元件包括径向向外突出的构件，其基本上限定所述第一和第二空心半球形元件中的所述至少一个的第一圆形边缘，以防止真空构件在径向向外突出的构件处与胶囊接合。

公开(公告)号：US5024350A

公开(公告)日：1991-06-18

申请号：US462836

申请日：1990-01-10

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: G07F11/42 ,  G07F11/60 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  G07F11/42 ,  G07F11/60

Abstract: A dispensing apparatus for dispensing items from a plurality of dispensers in one or more vending or amusement machines includes a plurality of elongate support members each having a rotatably mounted support plate at one end. Items are releasably supported by the support member so that one item is dispensed from the free end of the support member for each complete revolution. A single drive gear motor operates all of the support members and is connected to each support plate via a series of driven rollers or pulleys and a continuous belt or chain extending around the rollers. Each driven roller is drivably connected to a respective one of the support plates via a clutch. A releasable stop mechanism is associated with each support plate for releasably engaging the plate to prevent it from rotating. An actuator controls release of the respective support plates for rotation through one revolution, and one or more selected plates may be released at any one time.

Abstract translation: 用于从一个或多个售货机或娱乐机器中的多个分配器分配物品的分配装置包括多个细长的支撑构件，每个细长的支撑构件在一端具有可旋转地安装的支撑板。 物品由支撑构件可释放地支撑，使得每个完整的转动从支撑构件的自由端分配一个物品。 单个驱动齿轮马达操作所有支撑构件，并通过一系列从动滚轮或滑轮连接到每个支撑板，以及围绕滚筒延伸的连续皮带或链条。 每个从动辊通过离合器可驱动地连接到相应的一个支撑板。 可拆卸的止动机构与每个支撑板相关联，用于可释放地接合板以防止其旋转。 执行器控制相应的支撑板的释放以旋转一圈，并且可以在任何一个时间释放一个或多个选定的板。

公开(公告)号：US4778176A

公开(公告)日：1988-10-18

申请号：US946852

申请日：1986-12-29

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63F9/00 ,  A63F9/30

CPC classification number: A63F9/30

Abstract: An amusement apparatus in which a player controls positioning of a pick-up device such as a mechanical grabber having moveable claws or pincers over a floor area on which prize objects are placed. The floor area is rotatable and the pick up device is attached to an overhead transport mechanism for moving it back and forth across a portion of the floor area, so that the pick up device can cover the entire prize area during one complete revolution of the floor. Several pick up devices may be provided at spaced positions around the floor area so that more than one player may use the device at the same time. The floor area is preferably circular, and rotates around its center axis with the pick up devices travelling back and forth between the center and outer edge of the floor area. The entire device is enclosed in an outer housing which is at least partially transparent.

Abstract translation: 一种娱乐装置，其中玩家控制诸如具有可移动的爪或钳的机械抓取器的拾取装置的位置放置在放置有奖品的地板区域上。 地面面积是可旋转的，并且拾取装置附接到架空输送机构，用于在地板区域的一部分上来回移动，使得拾取装置可以在地板的一整圈旋转期间覆盖整个奖杯区域 。 可以在围绕地板区域的间隔位置处提供多个拾取装置，使得多于一个的玩家可以同时使用该装置。 地板面积优选为圆形，并且随着拾取装置在地板区域的中心和外边缘之间来回移动，围绕其中心轴线旋转。 整个装置被封闭在至少部分透明的外壳中。

公开(公告)号：US08882111B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-11

申请号：US13545155

申请日：2012-07-10

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63B67/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/32

Abstract: The present invention is a prize distribution system for an amusement game that can deliver to a player a brick of tickets in bulk form, or deliver a prize that is shaped like a brick, in a reliable manner that is theft resistant and requires no human interaction to participate. The invention uses a conveyor belt and motor to extract a prize from a stacked or secured configuration, and move the prize to a bin accessible to the player. In a preferred embodiment, the system includes a second motor and door system that opens and closes access to the bin, preventing a would-be thief from reaching through the bin to the prize stack in an attempt to remove a prize.

Abstract translation: 本发明是一种娱乐游戏的奖励分配系统，其可以以可抵抗的方式可靠地向玩家提供散装形式的砖块，或者提供形状像砖的奖品，并且不需要人为的相互作用 参加。 本发明使用传送带和马达从堆叠的或固定的配置中提取奖品，并且将奖品移动到玩家可以访问的垃圾桶。 在一个优选实施例中，该系统包括第二马达和门系统，其打开和关闭进入仓的通道，防止潜在的小偷通过垃圾箱到达垃圾堆，以试图取出奖品。

公开(公告)号：US06770001B1

公开(公告)日：2004-08-03

申请号：US10639730

申请日：2003-08-12

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63B736

CPC classification number: A63F9/30 ,  A63F2009/0081 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3295 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: A crane game with a vacuum head adapted to pick up objects with a smooth extraction surface is disclosed wherein the objects, or targets, include perturbations such as bead shaped projections or dimples that present a more challenging target by reducing the available extraction surface. Disk shaped, spherical, or other shaped targets include one or more perturbations that may prevent a seal from being formed with the suction head, denying extraction of the target by the vacuum head. Values may be assigned to the targets based on the number of perturbations, or the targets may encapsulate prizes of a value directly related to the available extraction surface on the target.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种具有用于拾取具有光滑提取表面的物体的真空头的起重机游戏，其中物体或目标包括诸如珠状突起或凹坑的扰动，其通过减少可用的提取表面来呈现更具挑战性的目标。 盘形，球形或其他形状的靶包括一个或多个扰动，其可以防止密封件与吸头形成，从而拒绝由真空头提取目标物。 可以基于扰动的数量将值分配给目标，或者目标可以封装与目标上的可用提取表面直接相关的值的奖品。

公开(公告)号：US06626096B1

公开(公告)日：2003-09-30

申请号：US09711061

申请日：2000-11-09

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: B41L4500

CPC classification number: B41J15/005 ,  B26D9/00 ,  B26F1/10 ,  B26F1/20 ,  B41J3/24 ,  B41J11/26 ,  B41J11/58 ,  B41J11/68 ,  B41J15/046 ,  B65H35/08 ,  B65H2701/1936 ,  Y10T83/6598 ,  Y10T83/783 ,  Y10T83/7834 ,  Y10T83/7838 ,  Y10T83/7843

Abstract: A ticket making apparatus includes a feed mechanism and a perforating assembly set within a housing that has an opening through which tickets are dispensed. The perforating assembly perforates a flexible material to define individual tickets. The apparatus can also include a slicer assembly to slice the flexible material into strips of tickets. The apparatus can also include a printing mechanism for adding print to the flexible material. A method for making tickets includes feeding a flexible material into a perforating assembly and dispensing the perforated material as a plurality of tickets. The method can also include synchronizing the flexible material to the rotation of the perforating assembly, slicing the flexible material into strips of tickets, and printing on the flexible material.

Abstract translation: 检票制造装置包括进料机构和设置在壳体内的穿孔组件，其具有通过其分配票的开口。 穿孔组件穿透柔性材料以限定单个票。 该装置还可以包括切片机组件，以将柔性材料切割成条带。 该设备还可以包括用于向柔性材料添加打印的打印机构。 一种用于制作票据的方法包括将柔性材料馈送到穿孔组件中并且将多孔材料分配为多个票。 该方法还可以包括使柔性材料与穿孔组件的旋转同步，将柔性材料切割成条带条，并在柔性材料上印刷。

公开(公告)号：US06234487B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-22

申请号：US09264218

申请日：1999-03-05

Applicant: Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen P. Shoemaker, Jr.

IPC: A63F900

CPC classification number: A63F9/30 ,  B25J9/026 ,  B25J15/0206 ,  B25J15/0246 ,  B25J15/10 ,  B66C3/04 ,  G07F11/165 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: A game apparatus allowing a player to position a pick-up device over an offered prize, to pick up the prize with the pick-up device, and to reposition the pick-up device and release the prize from the pick-up device to the player. The pick-up device includes a claw with fingers and a gauge between the fingers to facilitate more securely grasping the offered prize between the fingers. The pick-up device is connected to a movement device to facilitate player positioning of the pick-up device. The pick-up device and movement device are located within a housing above the offered prizes which are also within the housing.

Abstract translation: 一种游戏装置，其允许玩家将拾取装置定位在所提供的奖品上，用拾取装置拾取奖品，并重新定位拾取装置并将奖品从拾取装置释放到 玩家 拾取装置包括具有手指的爪和指状物之间的计量器，以便于更牢固地抓住手指之间提供的奖品。 拾取装置连接到移动装置以便于拾取装置的玩家定位。 拾取装置和移动装置位于提供的奖品之外的壳体内，这些奖品也在壳体内。