Patents by Inventor Christian Lauren

Christian Lauren has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20070093305
    Abstract: A waterfall effect for an amusement ride has a diverter system for creating a gap through a waterfall curtain timed to closely coincide with the arrival of a ride vehicle for providing a simulated effect of crashing through the waterfall curtain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2005
    Publication date: April 26, 2007
    Inventors: Christian Lauren, Justin Schwartz, Scott Trowbridge, Steven Blum
  • Patent number: 5935011
    Abstract: A carousel has a ramp for providing wheelchair access. The ramp is slidably stored on the underside of the carousel platform. In use, the ramp is pulled out from the carousel and is then unfolded, using a lever handle. The outer or bottom end of the lower ramp section rests on the ground. The inner or upper end of the second ramp section is positioned on the top surface of the carousel platform, or on a raised vehicle platform above the carousel platform. A wheelchair can then roll up the ramp and onto the carousel. The wheelchair is secured into a vehicle, such as a chariot, on the carousel. The vehicle oscillates vertically, to provide the wheelchair passenger with a more traditional and enjoyable carousel ride experience.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: Universal City Studios, Inc.
    Inventors: Dana H. Morgan, George Olson, Christian Lauren