Patents by Inventor John W. McLaughlin, Jr.

John W. McLaughlin, 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).

  • Playing card reading device and method
    Patent number: 7594661
    Abstract: A gaming device and method with a ramp with an upper rear corner cut-out where cards are slid face down up the ramp so that the mirrors or a video camera allow the card indicia to be viewed, wherein gaming tables may be easily retrofitted for television viewing or casino monitoring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2009
    Inventor: John W. McLaughlin, Jr.