Patents by Inventor Bradley A. Hemerick

Bradley A. Hemerick 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: 11151833
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a gaming machine display device mount system including a mount frame that slidably interconnects with a receiver bracket installed in a cabinet of a gaming machine. A display device is attached to the mount frame and, prior to assembling the mount frame to the receiver bracket, the cabling of the display device is coiled and contained within a portion of the mount frame. The display device and the mount frame together form a display mount assembly, which is then interconnected with the receiver bracket 128 in the gaming machine. Once interconnected, the mount frame is fastened to the receiver bracket from the interior compartment of the gaming machine providing a secure tamperproof assembly. The gaming machine display device mount system allows a single installer to assemble the display mount assembly to the gaming machine safely and without assistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, John Leagh Beadell, Jack H. Brooks, Brandon J. Seaman, Jacob Wik
  • Publication number: 20210134109
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a gaming machine display device mount system including a mount frame that slidably interconnects with a receiver bracket installed in a cabinet of a gaming machine. A display device is attached to the mount frame and, prior to assembling the mount frame to the receiver bracket, the cabling of the display device is coiled and contained within a portion of the mount frame. The display device and the mount frame together form a display mount assembly, which is then interconnected with the receiver bracket 128 in the gaming machine. Once interconnected, the mount frame is fastened to the receiver bracket from the interior compartment of the gaming machine providing a secure tamperproof assembly. The gaming machine display device mount system allows a single installer to assemble the display mount assembly to the gaming machine safely and without assistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Publication date: May 6, 2021
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, John Leagh Beadell, Jack H. Brooks, Brandon J. Seaman, Jacob Wik
  • Patent number: 9565942
    Abstract: A mounting bracket includes a substantially planar panel defining a first edge, a second edge opposite the first edge, a first surface, and a second surface opposite the first surface. The substantially planar panel defines a tapered slot open at the first edge, extending from the first edge toward the second edge, and terminating in a slot apex opposite the first edge. A bracket receptor includes an annular projection and a shaft extending from the annular projection. The annular projection extends beyond one or more sides of the shaft. The shaft of the bracket receptor is selectively positioned within the slot apex of the mounting bracket such that the annular projection of the bracket receptor is positioned adjacent the first surface of the substantially planar panel and the shaft of the bracket receptor extends beyond the second surface of the substantially planar panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Mindy V. Eustaquio, Patrick J. Nohr, John L. Beadell, Bradley A. Hemerick
  • Publication number: 20140206457
    Abstract: A mounting bracket includes a substantially planar panel defining a first edge, a second edge opposite the first edge, a first surface, and a second surface opposite the first surface. The substantially planar panel defines a tapered slot open at the first edge, extending from the first edge toward the second edge, and terminating in a slot apex opposite the first edge. A bracket receptor includes an annular projection and a shaft extending from the annular projection. The annular projection extends beyond one or more sides of the shaft. The shaft of the bracket receptor is selectively positioned within the slot apex of the mounting bracket such that the annular projection of the bracket receptor is positioned adjacent the first surface of the substantially planar panel and the shaft of the bracket receptor extends beyond the second surface of the substantially planar panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: IGT
    Inventors: Mindy V. EUSTAQUIO, Patrick J. NOHR, John L. BEADELL, Bradley A. HEMERICK
  • Patent number: 7658445
    Abstract: Provided in embodiments of the present invention is a chair sled locking mechanism for use with a gaming device. In one example embodiment, a chair sled includes a sled body having a chair attachment connector disposed at a first end of the sled body and a cavity disposed at a second end of the sled body. A latching unit is disposed in the cavity of the sled body along with a spring that is configured to hold the latching unit in a locked position. A latch cover covers the cavity of the sled body. At least one of the latch cover or sled body includes an opening that allows an operator to manipulate the latching unit to an unlocked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Jon P. Mittler, Voytek Chwalisz, Tai Rosander, Bradley Hemerick, James Gray
  • Publication number: 20090146484
    Abstract: Provided in embodiments of the present invention is a chair sled locking mechanism for use with a gaming device. In one example embodiment, a chair sled includes a sled body having a chair attachment connector disposed at a first end of the sled body and a cavity disposed at a second end of the sled body. A latching unit is disposed in the cavity of the sled body along with a spring that is configured to hold the latching unit in a locked position. A latch cover covers the cavity of the sled body. At least one of the latch cover or sled body includes an opening that allows an operator to manipulate the latching unit to an unlocked position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2007
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Applicant: IGT, A NEVADA CORPORATION
    Inventors: Jon P. Mittler, Voytek Chwalisz, Tai Rosander, Bradley Hemerick, James Gray
  • Patent number: 7258609
    Abstract: The present invention provides a mechanical display and indication for gaming devices. The display includes a set of symbols or indicia. The displays also cooperate with a plurality of radially spaced apart translating indicators, such as arrows. The indicators translate radially and sequentially, each pointing at one point towards a respective, associated symbol. The player can see each symbol and thus is able to know which symbols are relatively better than others. The radially translating indicators provide a random, visual element to the outcome, wherein the player watches the indicators sequentially point to different symbols until the motion stops, leaving a single or multiple indicated symbol(s), which is(are) provided in some fashion to the player.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2007
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Dennis Nordman, Bradley A. Hemerick, Daniel J. Waller, Russell Chudd
  • Publication number: 20040053687
    Abstract: The present invention provides a mechanical display and indication for gaming devices. The display includes a set of symbols or indicia. The displays also cooperate with a plurality of radially spaced apart translating indicators, such as arrows. The indicators translate radially and sequentially, each pointing at one point towards a respective, associated symbol. The player can see each symbol and thus is able to know which symbols are relatively better than others. The radially translating indicators provide a random, visual element to the outcome, wherein the player watches the indicators sequentially point to different symbols until the motion stops, leaving a single or multiple indicated symbol(s), which is(are) provided in some fashion to the player.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2002
    Publication date: March 18, 2004
    Inventors: Dennis Nordman, Bradley A. Hemerick, Daniel J. Waller, Russell Chudd
  • Patent number: D951358
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, Steven P. McGahn, Brian K. Baker, Stewart Thoeni
  • Patent number: D954847
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, Steven P. McGahn, Brian K. Baker, Stewart Thoeni
  • Patent number: D955491
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, Steven P. McGahn, Brian K. Baker, Stewart Thoeni
  • Patent number: D955492
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, Steven P. McGahn, Brian K. Baker, Stewart Thoeni
  • Patent number: D955493
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Bradley Hemerick, Steven P. McGahn, Brian K. Baker, Stewart Thoeni
  • Patent number: D1011433
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2024
    Assignee: IGT
    Inventors: Jean-Pierre Legras, Steve McGahn, Bradley Hemerick, Jacob Wik