Patents by Inventor Gregory Gronau

Gregory Gronau 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: 11915550
    Abstract: A chip tray system can include multiple chip tube components. A first chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a first size of gaming chip. A second chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a second size of gaming chip. An edge of the first chip tube component can be coupled to an edge of the second chip tube component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: ANGEL GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Jason Emeric, Jeffrey Reed, Gregory Gronau, Yasushi Shigeta, Emmanuel Sylvain Gelinotte, Jonathan Souillot, Bernard Molina
  • Publication number: 20240046740
    Abstract: A chip tray system can include multiple chip tube components. A first chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a first size of gaming chip. A second chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a second size of gaming chip. An edge of the first chip tube component can be coupled to an edge of the second chip tube component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2023
    Publication date: February 8, 2024
    Inventors: Jason EMERIC, Jeffrey REED, Gregory GRONAU, Yasushi SHIGETA, Emmanuel Sylvain GELINOTTE, Jonathan SOUILLOT, Bernard MOLINA
  • Publication number: 20230252842
    Abstract: A first reading can be determined of gaming chips in a gaming area using a first identification technology. The first reading can include a count of gaming chips. A second reading can be determined of gaming chips in a gaming area using a second identification technology. The second reading can include a count of gaming chips. A variance can be identified between the first reading and the second reading.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2023
    Publication date: August 10, 2023
    Inventors: Gregory GRONAU, Emmanuel GELINOTTE, Jonathan Nathanael SOUILLOT
  • Publication number: 20220392302
    Abstract: A chip tray system can include multiple chip tube components. A first chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a first size of gaming chip. A second chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a second size of gaming chip. An edge of the first chip tube component can be coupled to an edge of the second chip tube component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2022
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventors: Jason EMERIC, Jeffrey REED, Gregory GRONAU, Yasushi SHIGETA, Emmanuel Sylvain GELINOTTE, Jonathan SOUILLOT, Bernard MOLINA
  • Patent number: 11450173
    Abstract: A chip tray system can include multiple chip tube components. A first chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a first size of gaming chip. A second chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a second size of gaming chip. An edge of the first chip tube component can be coupled to an edge of the second chip tube component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: ANGEL GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Jason Emeric, Jeffrey Reed, Gregory Gronau, Yasushi Shigeta, Emmanuel Sylvain GĂ©linotte, Jonathan Souillot, Bernard Molina
  • Publication number: 20210383643
    Abstract: A chip tray system can include multiple chip tube components. A first chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a first size of gaming chip. A second chip tube component in the chip tray can include one or more gaming chip storage rows corresponding to a second size of gaming chip. An edge of the first chip tube component can be coupled to an edge of the second chip tube component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2019
    Publication date: December 9, 2021
    Inventors: Jason EMERIC, Jeffrey REED, Gregory GRONAU, Yasushi SHIGETA, Emmanuel Sylvain GÉLINOTTE, Jonathan SOUILLOT, Bernard MOLINA
  • Publication number: 20200234529
    Abstract: A first reading can be determined of gaining chips in a gaming area using a first identification technology. The first reading can include a count of gaming chips. A second reading can be determined of gaming chips in a gaming area using a second identification technology. The second reading can include a count of gaming chips. A variance can be identified between the first reading and the second reading.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2018
    Publication date: July 23, 2020
    Inventors: Gregory GRONAU, Emmanuel GELINOTTE, Jonathan Nathanael SOUILLOT
  • Patent number: 9039520
    Abstract: Various embodiments of payout systems and methods are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises providing a defined payout amount and a party adjustable payout volatility for a video gaming device, and responsive to party input, modifying the payout volatility while maintaining the defined payout amount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.
    Inventors: David Harris, Gregory Gronau, Jack Saltiel
  • Patent number: 8888102
    Abstract: A gaming table comprises a table top having a top and a bottom surface adapted to receive an exchangeable insert. For instance, the top surface is configured to receive gaming accessories and defines an exchangeable insert bed. A base is connected to and configured to support the table top. A table top exchangeable insert is configured to be located within the exchangeable insert bed, wherein the insert includes a securing structure, for releasably securing the table top exchangeable insert to the table top to provide the ability to conveniently change the insert as desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Gaming Partners International Corporation
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau
  • Patent number: 8783688
    Abstract: A gaming table comprises a table top having a top and a bottom surface adapted to receive an exchangeable insert. For instance, the top surface is configured to receive gaming accessories and defines an exchangeable insert bed. A base is connected to and configured to support the table top. A table top exchangeable insert is configured to be located within the exchangeable insert bed, wherein the insert includes a securing structure, for releasably securing the table top exchangeable insert to the table top to provide the ability to conveniently change the insert as desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: Gaming Partners International USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau
  • Publication number: 20140097571
    Abstract: A gaming table comprises a table top having a top and a bottom surface adapted to receive an exchangeable insert. For instance, the top surface is configured to receive gaming accessories and defines an exchangeable insert bed. A base is connected to and configured to support the table top. A table top exchangeable insert is configured to be located within the exchangeable insert bed, wherein the insert includes a securing structure, for releasably securing the table top exchangeable insert to the table top to provide the ability to conveniently change the insert as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2013
    Publication date: April 10, 2014
    Applicant: Gaming Partners International USA
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau
  • Publication number: 20140024440
    Abstract: Various embodiments of payout systems and methods are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises providing a defined payout amount and a party adjustable payout volatility for a video gaming device, and responsive to party input, modifying the payout volatility while maintaining the defined payout amount.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Applicant: CADILLAC JACK
    Inventors: David Harris, Gregory Gronau, Jack Saltiel
  • Patent number: 8574063
    Abstract: Various embodiments of payout systems and methods are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises providing a defined payout amount and a player adjustable payout volatility for a video gaming device, and responsive to player input, modifying the payout volatility while maintaining the defined payout amount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: Cadillac Jack
    Inventors: David Harris, Gregory Gronau, Jack Saltiel
  • Patent number: 8528909
    Abstract: A gaming table comprising a tabletop configured to receive gaming accessories, a base connected to and configured to support the tabletop, an antenna located in the tabletop and configured to operate by at least one of, detecting, reading, writing to, tracking, or any combination thereof, the gaming accessories, and a cup shield configured to keep the antenna from being read from outside the antenna system, shield and protect it from electromagnetic and RF interferences and prevent detuning, the cup shield being located under the tabletop and aligned with the antenna. The base can include a side wall connected to a back panel, a shelf connected to the side wall and the back panel, and a pipe configured to isolate, insulate or shield a plurality of wires, the back panel and the shelf having a plurality of openings configured to ventilate heat from inside the base to outside of the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: Gaming Partners International Corporation
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau, Justin Woodard
  • Publication number: 20110204565
    Abstract: A gaming table comprising a tabletop configured to receive gaming accessories, a base connected to and configured to support the tabletop, an antenna located in the tabletop and configured to operate by at least one of, detecting, reading, writing to, tracking, or any combination thereof, the gaming accessories, and a cup shield configured to keep the antenna from being read from outside the antenna system, shield and protect it from electromagnetic and RF interferences and prevent detuning, the cup shield being located under the tabletop and aligned with the antenna. The base can include a side wall connected to a back panel, a shelf connected to the side wall and the back panel, and a pipe configured to isolate, insulate or shield a plurality of wires, the back panel and the shelf having a plurality of openings configured to ventilate heat from inside the base to outside of the table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2011
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau, Justin Woodard
  • Publication number: 20080242398
    Abstract: Various embodiments of payout systems and methods are disclosed. One embodiment, among others, comprises providing a defined payout amount and a player adjustable payout volatility for a video gaming device, and responsive to player input, modifying the payout volatility while maintaining the defined payout amount.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2007
    Publication date: October 2, 2008
    Applicant: CADILLAC JACK, INC.
    Inventors: David Harris, Gregory Gronau, Jack Saltiel
  • Patent number: D657427
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: Gaming Partners International USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno, Gregory Gronau, Justin Woodard
  • Patent number: D669473
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Gaming Partners International USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory Gronau, Justin Woodard, Emmanuel Gelinotte, Francisco Javier Moreno