Patents by Inventor Roger D. Hector

Roger D. Hector 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: 4720789
    Abstract: Operation of a video game or an exercise system utilizing a video display is enhanced by a floor controller utilizing weight sensitive pads that allows an operator to input information into the system by locating his feet in specific portions of the floor controller. The system includes an interface circuit which obtains foot location signals from the floor controller and transmits this information to a system microprocessor which in turn is used to control the video display. The system can also include light segments that are under control of the microprocessor and which are associated with each of the weight sensitive pads.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 1985
    Date of Patent: January 19, 1988
    Assignee: Bally Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventors: Roger D. Hector, Nolan K. Bushnell, Howard Delman, Edward Rotberg, Jon Kinsting
  • 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: 4142722
    Abstract: A shooting game includes opposed stations which include a pair, target and gun which are movable as a unit by the player sitting on the chair. A simulated landscape interposed between the players includes a score display. When either player actuates his gun this produces a light flash which is sensed by the photodector type target on the other player's station. A highly animated seat makes a difficult target to hit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 6, 1979
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventors: John V. Romano, Roger D. Hector
  • Patent number: 4084194
    Abstract: A video game cabinet housing two independently operable video games. The television monitor used in one video game is mounted in the lower portion of the cabinet and its presentation is reflected out of the cabinet at eye level by a mirror. The television monitor used in the other video game is mounted in the upper portion of the cabinet opposite the mirror. The second monitor projects its presentation directly out of the cabinet at eye level.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1977
    Date of Patent: April 11, 1978
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger D. Hector
  • Patent number: D248251
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1976
    Date of Patent: June 20, 1978
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger D. Hector
  • Patent number: D250666
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1977
    Date of Patent: December 26, 1978
    Assignee: Atari, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger D. Hector
  • Patent number: D324864
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 24, 1992
    Assignee: Walt Disney Computer Software, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger D. Hector