Patents by Inventor Ted Estes

Ted Estes 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).

  • Magnetic ball flipper for a rolling ball game
    Patent number: 5375829
    Abstract: The player controlled play feature consists of an area on or associated with the playfield which is partially confined by a plurality of bumpers. At least one target is provided in this area and an entrance is provided such that a pinball can enter the area defined by the bumpers. Located in the defined area and supported below the surface thereof are a plurality of electromagnets energized by activation of player controlled buttons mounted on the game's cabinet. The game player can selectively activate the electromagnets to redirect the pinball and propel it toward the provided targets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 27, 1994
    Assignee: Williams Electronics Games, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick Lawlor, Lawrence DeMar, Ted Estes