Patents Examined by Kien Nguyen
  • Patent number: 9446323
    Abstract: A recreational slide is presented having a lubricious top surface having an entry end and an exit end. Two side tubes are affixed laterally along each side of the slide to prevent water and users from sliding off the slide while in use. One or more water sprayers are located along the interconnection between the slide and one or both of the tubes to provide a continuous water supply to the surface of the slide. The exit end of the tube is configured with a connecting flap which removably attaches to the entry end of a tube of an adjoining slide to make a seamless transition between tubes. In addition, the water sprayers are configured so that the exit end of one water sprayer is interconnectable with the entry end of an adjoining water sprayer to make a seamless transition between water sprayers when interconnected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Assignee: Super Sweet Air, Inc.
    Inventor: Eric Goldreyer
  • Patent number: 9440160
    Abstract: The invention features an event wave simulating apparatus used at an event, concert or performance etc. by spectators, fans, etc. to show their enthusiasm and/or support for the event. Users may express their enthusiasm or support by simulating a wave when the apparatus is waved. The apparatus includes a first section which is connected with a second section which includes a closed enclosure. The apparatus also includes two sleeves within the first section, where each sleeve is configured to receive a user's arms and where the sleeves extend into the first section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Inventor: Roeh Ben Isra-El
  • Patent number: 9440154
    Abstract: A swing includes a body including a concave central portion including an upper surface defining a recessed seat adapted to support a user, a lower surface that is on an opposite side of the central portion as compared to the upper surface, and a peripheral edge surrounding the concave central portion. The peripheral edge includes a plurality of tether openings, and a tether system is engaged with the plurality of tether openings. A first tether section of the tether system extends between first and second ones of the tether openings along the lower surface of the body, and a second tether section of the tether system extends between third and fourth ones of the tether openings along the lower surface of the body, such that the first and second sections of the tether system support the central portion of said body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: Quality Innovative Products, LLC
    Inventors: Gregory Cordray, Kirk Palmerton
  • Patent number: 9441333
    Abstract: A modular ramp system comprising a plurality of panels assemblable to form a multi-sectional ramp deck and a collapsible load bearing arrangement for supporting each panel of the multi-sectional ramp deck at a predetermined distance off the ground. At least two of the panels having a correspondingly located connecting assembly locatable proximal to a leading edge and a trailing edge of the adjoining edges of two adjacent panels. The connecting assembly having an arrangement for enabling the main plane of the panels to enter into and out of alignment with one another to engage and disengage the multi-sectional ramp deck. The connecting assembly also having functionality for enabling relative movement of the panels when the main plane of the panels is out of alignment such that all panels are stackable one on another for stowage and/or transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Inventor: Philip McIntosh
  • Patent number: 9439413
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an animal can call used for hunting. The can call makes a noise simulating a deer buck grunt call when inverted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Inventor: Paul Peoples
  • Patent number: 9433870
    Abstract: A dynamic signal to noise ratio tracking system enables detection and tracking of ride vehicles within the field of view of the tracking system. The tracking system may include an emitter configured to emit electromagnetic radiation within an area, a detector configured to detect electromagnetic radiation reflected back from within the area, and a control unit configured to evaluate signals from the detector and control the ride vehicles or other equipment as a result of this evaluation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: Steven C. Blum, Christopher Oliver
  • Patent number: 9429398
    Abstract: A dynamic signal to noise ratio tracking system enables detection and tracking of amusement park equipment within the field of view of the tracking system. The tracking system may include an emitter configured to emit electromagnetic radiation within an area, a detector configured to detect electromagnetic radiation reflected back from show elements within the area, and a control unit configured to evaluate signals from the detector to determine whether the show elements are to be adjusted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: Robert J. Cortelyou, Steven C. Blum, Michael R. Kiddoo
  • Patent number: 9427672
    Abstract: A remote control vehicle, a remote control for use in controlling the vehicle, and an arena in which the vehicle can be operated, via the remote control, to engage stunts and perform acrobatic maneuvers are provided. The remote control has a charging port for receiving and charging a battery configured for use with the remote control vehicle. And, the arena includes stunts and fences disposed along part of an outer portion of the arena. The remote control vehicle is operable, via the remote control, in the arena to engage the stunts and perform acrobatic maneuvers within the arena.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: OBJEX DESIGN
    Inventors: Dale Picolet, Chad Stuemke, Jake Salter, Corey Feit, Andy Wiseman
  • Patent number: 9430953
    Abstract: A simulation device imparts a force corresponding to a simulated event on a user. The simulation device includes a motion base mounted to a moveable surface and a capsule mounted to the motion base. The user is positioned within the capsule during the simulated event, and the motion base is configured to move the capsule relative to the moveable surface. The simulation device further includes a sensor that senses movement of the moveable surface. A controller is operably coupled to both the sensor and the motion base. The controller receives a signal from the sensor and controls the motion base to move the capsule according to the simulated event and the signal received from the sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Hogan Mfg., Inc.
    Inventors: Donald Morris, David Johnson
  • Patent number: 9427655
    Abstract: A polygon-shaped field has two opposed ends, two opposed sides, and a plurality of intermediate components. Each side end and side and intermediate component is formed of panels having vertical and horizontal rails. Vertical extender rails extend upwardly from the panels. A plurality of variously shaped connectors couple together the rails of the panels and the extenders. Stabilizers extend outwardly from at least some of the panels. Flexible fabric netting is located between the rails of the panels and the extenders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Inventor: Richard L. Moody
  • Patent number: 9427670
    Abstract: In one example, a playground slide includes first and second side rails each having respective first complementary structures. As well, a slide bed is provided that includes second complementary structures configured to releasably engage the respective first complementary structures of the first and second side rails. The slide bed and side rails are configured to releasably lock together with nothing more than the first and second complementary structures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: LIFETIME PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Lynn VanDyke, Jacob Kearl
  • Patent number: 9421409
    Abstract: A mobile frame assembly includes a trailer assembly having a trailer body, a draw assembly and wheels. The mobile frame assembly includes a base assembly, an intermediate assembly and an upper assembly each having at least two primary rails. Lower support risers are coupled to the base assembly primary rails and extend to the intermediate assembly primary rails forming a lower frame assembly. Upper support risers are coupled to the intermediate assembly primary rails and extend at least to the upper assembly primary rails. A platform assembly including a launch platform, a landing platform and a safety pit positioned therebetween is disposed at least partially within the lower frame assembly. An obstacle assembly is disposed generally within the mobile frame assembly over the safety pit, wherein at least some of the upper support risers are telescoping members operable to expand the distance between the obstacle and the safety pit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Ninja Warrior Mobile, LLC
    Inventor: Sam Sann
  • Patent number: 9422736
    Abstract: An entertainment venue can include one or more theaters, including a toroidal or other immersive display screen (which immerses the audience in a contiguous projection surface), a moving stage, and an audience area. Audience seating in the theater faces outwardly in an “inverted-theater-in-the-round” arrangement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: DREAMLIGHT HOLDINGS INC.
    Inventors: Steve Fox, Albert Vass
  • Patent number: 9423072
    Abstract: A suspended flying system having a load suspended by a plurality of flexible support members. The plurality of flexible support members are attached to a first rotational element attached to the load and a second rotational element attached to a support. The system also includes a motor operably connected to the first rotational element providing sufficient motion to the plurality of flexible support members to render the flexible support members visually transparent, the load being movable within a space. A method for suspending a load from visually transparent flexible support members is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: TAIT TOWERS MANUFACTURING, LLC
    Inventors: James Kempf, Adam Davis
  • Patent number: 9415316
    Abstract: A swing includes a body with a recessed seat and a peripheral edge. The peripheral edge includes tether openings. The body can be defined as a one-piece molded polymeric construction. A lower surface of the seat comprises ribs that extend radially outward from an inner end toward the peripheral edge. The peripheral edge includes a top wall, an outer wall projecting downwardly from the top wall, and an inner circular wall located radially inward from and arranged concentrically with the outer wall. A peripheral groove is defined between the inner and outer circular walls. The tether openings are defined in the top wall and open through the top wall into the peripheral groove. A plurality of peripheral edge support ribs each extend between and interconnect the inner and outer circular walls. A tether system is engaged with the tether openings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Quality Innovative Products, LLC
    Inventor: Gregory Cordray
  • Patent number: 9409095
    Abstract: A visual background simulation allowing a user to create a wave simulation. The visual background simulation is composed of a sheet with at least three sides laid out flat on a surface and attached to the surface on one side. A player takes hold of the portion of the sheet opposite the side attached to the surface and lifting their arm high in the air runs towards and eventually past the attached side. This allows the sheet to billow and catch the air. Once past the attached side, the player may lower their arm and trap the air in a “tube” formed by the sheet and the surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: STREETUBEZ, LLC
    Inventor: Carrie Kropfl
  • Patent number: 9409094
    Abstract: The slide system includes a plurality of slide segments that are detachably and longitudinally inter-coupled, each slide segment having a length, a width, and a sliding surface. The slide system also includes a plurality of transverse arches, each transverse arch spanning at least a portion of the width of one of the slide segments. Still further, the slide system includes a water distribution subsystem that has a water supply interface that is coupleable in water receiving communication with a water source and water routing lines that are coupled in water receiving communication with the water supply interface. The water routing lines are coupled to the plurality of transverse arches and comprise outlets that distribute water transversely across at least the portion of the width of the sliding surface of the slide segments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Inventors: David M. Wulf, Taylor Gourley, John Malfatto, Brandon Jay
  • Patent number: 9409101
    Abstract: A multi-sensory module array system for enhancing the experience of members of the audience at entertainment events through the stimulation of a plurality of the senses of sight, sound, touch, taste and smell independent of their location or proximity to a live or recorded performance at one or more venues. In one aspect, the multi-sensory module array system includes a first zone having a first set of multi-sensory entertainment module spaced apart from each other and defining a first diamond configuration, wherein the modules are configured to emit one or more sensory outputs within the first zone. The system can further include a second zone having a second set of multi-sensory entertainment modules spaced apart from each other and defining a second diamond configuration and further configured to emit the sensory outputs within the second zone. Here, at least one of the modules can be shared between the first set and second set.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Inventor: Giancarlo A. Carleo
  • Patent number: 9403098
    Abstract: Swing assemblies and systems for providing unique user experiences are disclosed. The swing assemblies may include a polygonal base, a plurality of vertical support beams and a plurality of swings. Each of the plurality of swings being attached to optional horizontal beams or to the vertical support beams. The swing assemblies further include a plurality of outer wing structures, each of the outer wing structures associated with one of the plurality of vertical beams and each of the outer wing structures extending radially outward of its respective associated vertical beam. In some examples, the swing assemblies may include a rotating assembly or an elastic resistance device to further add to the user experience.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2016
    Inventor: Paul Haisman
  • Patent number: 9399178
    Abstract: An artificial cave has various features that resemble speleothems (e.g., stalactites, stalagmites, etc.) found in real subterranean caves. Human users may pass through the artificial cave, with each user wearing a wearable transceiver that broadcasts a signal code unique to that user. Fixed transceivers throughout the cave can detect and identify any user who is sufficiently close to that fixed transceiver. Other components of the system collect user identification information from the fixed transceivers for any of several possible purposes (e.g., identifying which user was probably responsible for inappropriate interaction with a speleothem that is adjacent to a given fixed transceiver, where all of the various user of the cave are currently located in the cave, etc.).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2016
    Inventor: David Alexander Jackson