Patents by Inventor Harry H. Jenkins, Jr.

Harry H. Jenkins, Jr. 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).

  • Patent number: 4421317
    Abstract: An electronic game includes a base having an opening; at least one three-dimensional image stored on a plate, typically a hologram; a light source for each image; a microcomputer; and player controls. Illumination of the plate by the light source projects a three-dimensional image seen during play of the game. In some versions light emitting diodes are provided to supplement the three-dimensional image being displayed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 1981
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1983
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Hector, Harry H. Jenkins, Jr.
  • Patent number: 4299446
    Abstract: A system for constructing an anamorphic mirror which reflects an image from an off-axis source such as a CRT display is disclosed. A rectangular frame is provided which has rectilinear top, bottom and side portions defining an inwardly directed continuous groove. The groove is linear along the side portions of the frame, and curved concavely along the top and bottom portions of the frame. A flexible reflective element is provided which is flat and has a trapezoidal shape widest at the top in its unflexed configuration. The element is flexed into a curved shape and inserted into the groove in the frame so that it retains its flexed configuration. The reflective element thus provides a mirror in which the reflected image is expanded towards the sides and presents a one-dimensional infinity effect to simulate a wide field having a variable depth, while maintaining the borders of the field linear to provide the illusion of a rectangle laid back at the top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1979
    Date of Patent: November 10, 1981
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventor: Harry H. Jenkins, Jr.