Patents by Inventor Scott Weller
Scott Weller 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).
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Patent number: 8827790Abstract: A method for playing a multi-level game of chance wherein players can advance to the next level with a win. As the game progresses through levels, non-winning players are eliminated and winning players are segregated by type of win. In general, each level provides greater winnings. In another example game format, a progressive jackpot may also be offered.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2008Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Scientific Games Holdings LimitedInventors: Scott Weller, Matthew Ross
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Patent number: 8696433Abstract: A method for playing a multi-level game of chance wherein players can advance to the next level with a win. As the game progresses through levels, non-winning players are eliminated and winning players are segregated by type of win. In general, each level provides greater winnings. In another example game format, a progressive jackpot may also be offered.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2007Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: Scientific Games Holdings LimitedInventors: Scott Weller, Matthew Ross
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Patent number: 7914370Abstract: A system and methods of playing wagering games of chance in which a player receives points based on game play, the points being usable toward either a cumulative jackpot or entry into another game which may be a game of skill or chance. In one example, a system and method for a “double chance” game links progress in a second game to the results of a first game. A player receives a chance at playing the second game based on winning or losing the first game, thereby providing the player with two chances to win for one entry into a game session. A player participating in the first game receives points, based on a result of the first game, that may be used to play a second game or may be redeemed for one or more prizes, as discussed below. The points may embody the player's chance for winning the second game.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2006Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: GameLogic Inc.Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20090017894Abstract: A method for playing a multi-level game of chance wherein players can advance to the next level with a win. As the game progresses through levels, non-winning players are eliminated and winning players are segregated by type of win. In general, each level provides greater winnings. In another example game format, a progressive jackpot may also be offered.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: January 15, 2009Inventors: SCOTT WELLER, MATTHEW ROSS
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Publication number: 20080280665Abstract: A method for playing a multi-level game of chance wherein players can advance to the next level with a win. As the game progresses through levels, non-winning players are eliminated and winning players are segregated by type of win. In general, each level provides greater winnings. In another example game format, a progressive jackpot may also be offered.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 17, 2008Publication date: November 13, 2008Inventors: Scott Weller, Matthew Ross
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Publication number: 20080051924Abstract: A system for optimizing at least one of a design, production, or testing process of a product in a mass manufacturing process includes: a central processing unit; a network interface operatively connected to the central processing unit; a storage device; a memory including logic for execution by the central processing unit, wherein the logic includes: a server handler made up of a client applet and a client interface servlet which are configured for enabling authorized end-user communication; an error data collection handler configured for gathering error data; an error data classification handler; an analysis handler; a suggested actions report handler; and the system further includes a server database configured for storing, modifying, and deleting data.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2007Publication date: February 28, 2008Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Tim Kostyk, Theresa Kratschmer, Jeff Layton, Peter Malkin, Stephen Perun, Kenneth Pyra, Padmanabhan Santhanam, John Thomas, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20080046107Abstract: A computer-implemented method of optimizing a design of a product in a mass manufacturing process includes steps of: collecting error data relating to a product; classifying the error data into categories of errors to provide classifier error data; analyzing relationships among the classified error data; producing an analysis report; and recommending modifications to an end user for the design of the product.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2007Publication date: February 21, 2008Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Tim Kostyk, Theresa Kratschmer, Jeff Layton, Peter Malkin, Stephen Perun, Kenneth Pyra, Padmanabhan Santhanam, John Thomas, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20080046300Abstract: A computer-implemented method of optimizing at least one of a design, production and testing process in a mass manufacturing process includes steps of: collecting error data relating to a product at a plurality of points along its design, production, and distribution chain; classifying the error data into categories of errors to provide classifier error data; analyzing relationships among the classified error data; producing an analysis report; and recommending modifications to an end user for at least one of the design, production, delivery, and testing process based on the analysis report.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2007Publication date: February 21, 2008Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Tim Kostyk, Theresa Kratschmer, Jeff Layton, Peter Malkin, Stephen Perun, Kenneth Pyra, Padmanabhan Santhanam, John Thomas, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20080016238Abstract: A system and method to schedule data for transmission. The system comprises data generating means, developing means, and transmission scheduling means. The data generating means generates data comprising content data and metadata relating to the content data. The developing means develops a set of input data. The transmission scheduling means produces a continuously updating schedule for transmission of copies of the content data based on the metadata and the set of input data.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2007Publication date: January 17, 2008Inventors: Eric Allhusen, Stephen Beever, Jeffrey Farley, Stephen Perun, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20070299988Abstract: Compression of message headers. A message including an uncompressed header, a message including a compressed header or a request to support header compression is received. In response, a determination of the impact of header compression on performance is determined. If the determination is favorable, then header compression is supported for subsequent communications. However, if the determination is not favorable, then header compression is not supported for subsequent communications. If the impact of header compression on performance is determined to be favorable, then an identifier for a reference header is returned. The identifier is for use in a subsequent compressed header. The subsequent compressed header comprises the identifier and changes relative to the reference header. A server receives a message including a compressed header. The server determines whether it has sufficient memory or storage to support header compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2007Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20070162257Abstract: A computer-implemented method of optimizing at least one production or testing processes in a mass manufacturing industry, includes steps of: collecting error data relating to a product at a plurality of points along its production and distribution chain; classifying the error data into categories of errors to provide classified error data; analyzing relationships among the classified error data; and suggesting modifications to at least one of the production or testing processes based on the analysis.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2006Publication date: July 12, 2007Inventors: Tim Kostyk, Theresa Kratschmer, Jeff Layton, Peter Malkin, Stephen Perun, Kenneth Pyra, Padmanabhan Santhanam, John Thomas, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20070136137Abstract: A programmable feature is remotely delivered to an output device, such as a printer. The delivery of the feature is initiated by the customer tendering payment for the feature. The customer is provided with a coupon and the coupon is subsequently redeemed. The customer receives a feature key in response to redeeming the coupon. The feature key is used to install the feature on the output device of the customer. The feature key may be a print job that contains encrypted text. Security measures may be provided to ensure that the coupon and feature key are valid.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2007Publication date: June 14, 2007Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20060214376Abstract: A system and methods of playing wagering games of chance in which a player receives points based on game play, the points being usable toward either a cumulative jackpot or entry into another game which may be a game of skill or chance. In one example, a system and method for a “double chance” game links progress in a second game to the results of a first game. A player receives a chance at playing the second game based on winning or losing the first game, thereby providing the player with two chances to win for one entry into a game session. A player participating in the first game receives points, based on a result of the first game, that may be used to play a second game or may be redeemed for one or more prizes, as discussed below. The points may embody the player's chance for winning the second game.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2006Publication date: September 28, 2006Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20060148556Abstract: A system and method is provided for conducting electronic games of chance and methods of and systems for providing scripting of electronic game play. Further, game play by a player may be audited by storing player's actions in a memory of a computer system. A game computer determines an outcome for the game and then scripts the play of the game for the player prior to the beginning of the game play by the player. The outcome for the game may be determined prior to ticket printing, issuance, or purchase or after ticket purchase but before the onset of game play. The game script may be determined at any time after the outcome is determined but before the onset of game play.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2005Publication date: July 6, 2006Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20060053146Abstract: A system and method to schedule data for transmission. The system comprises data generating means, developing means, and transmission scheduling means. The data generating means generates data comprising content data and metadata relating to the content data. The developing means develops a set of input data. The transmission scheduling means produces a continuously updating schedule for transmission of copies of the content data based on the metadata and the set of input data.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2004Publication date: March 9, 2006Inventors: Eric Allhusen, Stephen Beever, Jeffrey Farley, Stephen Perun, Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20050055464Abstract: Compression of message headers. A message including an uncompressed header, a message including a compressed header or a request to support header compression is received. In response, a determination of the impact of header compression on performance is determined. If the determination is favorable, then header compression is supported for subsequent communications. However, if the determination is not favorable, then header compression is not supported for subsequent communications. If the impact of header compression on performance is determined to be favorable, then an identifier for a reference header is returned. The identifier is for use in a subsequent compressed header. The subsequent compressed header comprises the identifier and changes relative to the reference header. A server receives a message including a compressed header. The server determines whether it has sufficient memory or storage to support header compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2003Publication date: March 10, 2005Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORP.Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20040078305Abstract: A product tracking and income distribution method that determines, via a code, which store and or sales representative assisted with a product sale that a consumer purchased over the Internet. The apparatus uses an Internet site with a database for storing codes that retrieves and holds detailed product information, retailer profiles, and potential representative's identities. When a consumer views a product within a traditional retail store and is interested in buying the product, a master code is generated by the store that details the store profile, product details, and sales representative (if applicable) involved with the product viewing. The consumer uses the code and places an order online. The code utilized by the consumer ensures the store earns a preprogrammed viewing fee and the sales representative earns his/her commissions from the predetermined commission of the product code purchase.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2003Publication date: April 22, 2004Inventor: Scott Weller
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Publication number: 20020029272Abstract: The invention is a method and system for aligning a properly skilled external work force with a workflow task for a particular while maintaining control and quality assurance over the work product created for the business by the external workforce. The system enables the assignment and distribution of work via a computer network from a business customer having a particular task that requires a particular skill set, matching that to one or more agents over a computer network, and collecting and assimilating the at least a portion of the final work product for retrieval by the customer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2001Publication date: March 7, 2002Inventor: Scott Weller
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Patent number: D486418Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2002Date of Patent: February 10, 2004Inventor: Scott Weller