Roulette wheel tracking device
A roulette wheel tracking device is disclosed. The roulette wheel tracking device comprises a base having a first side opposite a second side and a roulette wheel illustration disposed on the first side and the second side with an orifice at a centerpoint of each of the roulette wheel illustrations. The device also comprises a first member rotatably coupled to a first side of the base via a fastener disposed through an opening in the first member and the orifice of the base, wherein the first member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material. The device further comprises a second member rotatably coupled to the second side of the base via the fastener disposed through an opening in the second member and the orifice of the base, wherein the second member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material.
The present disclosure relates to a device utilized when playing the game of roulette. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a device that is utilized by a player to track the trends of the winning numbers while actively playing roulette.
Roulette is a game of chance that is generally found in casinos. The object is to guess where the roulette ball, spinning on the rim of the roulette wheel, will land. In the game of roulette, the wheel (or spinner) is rotated counter clockwise while a ball is deposited within the outer rim of wheel and spun clockwise. The ball spins about the rotating wheel and is slowed by the frictional opposing force in the rim until the ball is pulled by gravity down into a particular numbered space (or pocket). In some cases, the ball may hit one of eight breakers imbedded in the sloping portion of the wheel bowl, which produces random motion of the ball to a final numbered space. The rate of the spinning ball and the random motion caused by the breakers makes the winning numbered space difficult to predict.
Roulette is played at a table having the aforementioned wheel and a betting area (or betting layout) for players. Players make predictions on where the ball will land by placing chips on the desired number or color on the betting area. The operator spins the wheel and releases the ball, and when the ball lands, the operator collects the losing bets and/or pays out the winning bets. Although roulette is a game of chance, people have long desired a means of predicting or tracking the winning bets. However, use of some prediction devices is illegal. Therefore, there is a need for a legal prediction device for predicting the next winning location of the ball when playing roulette.
The use of roulette tallying devices is known in the prior art as demonstrated in U.S. Pat. No. 2,866,601 to Naber. The Naber patent allows players to record the area of the wheel where the ball lands, for use in predicting the possible outcome of the next spin. However, the Naber patent does not provide a layout of the entire roulette wheel or an easy and accurate means to determine the proper bracket of numbers for the next bet. Further, the Naber device is a cumbersome and complicated device for players to use.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,744,098 to Grabowski discloses an electronic roulette calculator that records and visually displays the occurrence and number of winning numbers during play. However, the Grabowski patent does not provide the layout of the roulette wheel, nor the ability to display any grouping of numbers. Further, the Grabowski device is complicated and cumbersome to use and is not lightweight and easily manipulated by players.
U.S. patent application Ser. No 10/459,658 to Hodapp et al. discloses a roulette number bracket indicator to indicate the numbers located to either side from the number sought. The Hodapp et al. application utilizes a wheel having specific cutouts to demonstrate a specific bracket of numbers for prediction of bets. However, the Hodapp et al. application does not provide a completely visible layout of the roulette wheel, allowing for only cutouts displaying a specific set of numbers, restricting the ability of the player to find the appropriate numbers or to make accurate predictions for the next bet.
What is needed in the art is a roulette wheel tracking device that is easily manipulated by the player for rapid prediction of the next bet. The device needs to provide an easily readable display of the roulette wheel and an easily understood bracketing design, while being lightweight and easily accessible.
SUMMARYThe following presents a simplified summary of the present disclosure in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the present disclosure. This summary is not an extensive overview of the present disclosure. It is not intended to identify key or critical elements of the present disclosure or to delineate the scope of the present disclosure. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of the present disclosure in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented herein.
The disclosure is directed toward a roulette wheel tracking device. The roulette wheel tracking device comprises a base having a first side opposite a second side and a roulette wheel illustration disposed on the first side and the second side with an orifice at a centerpoint of each of the roulette wheel illustrations. The roulette wheel tracking device also comprises a first member rotatably coupled to a first side of the base via a fastener disposed through an opening in the first member and the orifice of the base, wherein the first member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material. The roulette wheel tracking device further comprises a second member rotatably coupled to the second side of the base via the fastener disposed through an opening in the second member and the orifice of the base, wherein the second member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material.
The disclosure is also directed towards a roulette wheel tracking device. The roulette wheel tracking device comprises a base having a first side opposite a second side and a roulette wheel illustration disposed on the first side with an orifice at a centerpoint of the roulette wheel illustration; at least one section disposed proximate the roulette wheel illustration, wherein the section itemizes a grouping of at least one roulette number of the roulette wheel illustration and a section letter; a member rotatably coupled to a first side of the base via a fastener disposed through an opening in the member and the orifice of the base, wherein the member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material; and at least one reference line disposed on the member, such that the at least one reference line intersects a centerpoint of the member.
A method of using a roulette wheel tracking device is disclosed. The method comprises noting a winning number in a round of playing roulette and providing a roulette wheel tracking device to reference the winning number. The roulette wheel tracking device comprises a base having a first side opposite a second side and a roulette wheel illustration disposed on the first side and the second side with an orifice at a centerpoint of the roulette wheel illustration; at least one section disposed proximate the roulette wheel illustration that itemizes a grouping of at least one roulette number of the roulette wheel illustration and a section letter; a member rotatably coupled to a first side of the base via a fastener disposed through an opening in the member and the orifice of the base, wherein the member has a circular shape and comprises a clear material; at least one reference line disposed on the member, such that the at least one reference line intersects a centerpoint of the member; and a listing disposed on a bottom portion the first side of the base, wherein the listing comprises the section letter corresponding to the roulette number. The method also comprises referencing the listing to locate the section letter of the section of the winning number and rotating the member to locate the section letter and position an end of the reference line to the winning number.
Referring now to the figures, wherein like elements are numbered alike:
Persons of ordinary skill in the art will realize that the following disclosure is illustrative only and not in any way limiting. Other embodiments of the disclosure will readily suggest themselves to such skilled persons having the benefit of this disclosure.
The present disclosure is directed to a roulette wheel tracking device. When playing roulette, it is difficult to locate the winning numbers and to track a pattern of winning numbers in order to place bets. The roulette wheel tracking device provides an easily manipulated device that can allow a user to find the winning number and predict the next winning number. The roulette wheel tracking device has a listing of numbers corresponding to alphabetical sections for easily finding the winning number. After locating the winning number, the reference lines and/or section lines disposed on a rotatable member allows the use to predict the next winning number from the emerging pattern tracked by the user.
Although a traditional roulette wheel illustration utilized in the United States is illustrated on the roulette wheel tracking device (i.e., containing both a “0” and a “00”), any other roulette wheel illustration (i.e., containing only a “0”) is contemplated for use with the roulette wheel tracking device. The sections and section lines can be easily altered to accommodate any other roulette wheel illustration.
Referring to
Disposed about the circular section 26 are lettered sections 40 itemizing eight separate sections referenced alphabetically by letters A-H. The lettered sections 40 have separators 42 dividing each lettered section 40 to include a grouping of spaces 36. Although eight lettered sections are illustrated, any number of sections 40 is contemplated. Although four or five groupings of spaces 36 is illustrated, any number of spaces 36 is contemplated.
A listing 44 is located in the bottom portion 20 of the base 12. The listing 44 provides an index of the roulette wheel numbers 28 in relation to the lettered section 40 to which the number 28 belongs. For example, number 1 is located in lettered section H. The listing 44 also provides a citation as to which roulette numbers 28 are odd, even, red or black.
The base 12 comprises a material that can be printed upon for displaying the illustration 22 and the listing 44 and any other advertisement, sayings, logos, or markings contemplated. The base 12 comprises a lightweight material including, but not limited to, paper, cardboard, plastic, plastic coated paper, plexi-glass, combinations thereof, and the like. In the preferred embodiment, a paper material is utilized for displaying the illustration 22 and the listing 44 and any other markings. The paper material can then be finished (e.g., laminated) making the base 12 durable, waterproof, and lightweight. In the preferred embodiment, the resulting base 12 of the roulette wheel tracking device 10 comprises a material that durable, waterproof, and lightweight, while being able to have washable writing implements able to write thereon. Some preferred examples of washable writing implements include, but are not limited to, dry erase markers, washable markers, and grease pens (or pencils).
The base 12 is preferably about 5 inches to about 8 inches in length, preferably about 6.5 inches in length. The base 12 is preferably about 2 inches to about 5 inches in width, preferably about 3.5 inches in width. The thickness is dependent upon the type of material used. The base 12 has a thickness of about 4 millimeters (mm) to about 10 mm. Preferably, when assembled, the roulette wheel tracking device 10 has a thickness of about ⅛ inch to about ½ inch, with about ¼ inch preferred. The roulette wheel tracking device 10 is sized for easy manipulation by the user as well as ease in carrying the roulette wheel tracking device 10 in a pocket or purse.
Referring now to
Disposed on the first member 46 are section lines 56 partitioning the first member 46 into sections 58, 60, 62, 64. Section lines 56 provide the ability for the use to partition a grouping of spacings (or numbers) for ease in making a bet. Any number of spacings can fit within the sections lines, with at least 3, at least 5, and at least 9 preferred.
Reference lines 66, 68 extend across the first member 46 and cross each other at the centerpoint 70. The reference lines 66, 68 provide users with the ability to easily point to the desired number 28 (when the first member 46 is coupled to the base 12) for determining the next bet.
Referring now to
Disposed about the circular section 26 are lettered sections 40 itemizing eight separate sections referenced alphabetically by letters A-H. The lettered sections 40 have separators 42 dividing each lettered section 40 to include a grouping of five spaces 36. Although eight lettered sections are illustrated, any number of sections 40, grouping any number of spaces 36, is contemplated.
A listing 74 is located in the bottom portion 20 of the base 12. The listing 74 provides an index of the roulette wheel numbers 28 in relation to the lettered section 40 to which the number 28 belongs. For example, number 1 is located in lettered section H. Disposed near (or proximate) the listing 74 is a chart 76 that can be utilized for tracking the recent winning numbers. The chart 76 is divided into columns 78 presented as either a red 80 column or a black column 82. Each column 78 has a block 84 for recording recent winning numbers. In the preferred embodiment, the recent winning numbers are recorded on the chart 76 using a dry erase marker. Therefore, the chart 76 can be easily cleaned for re-use.
Referring now to
Disposed on the second member 86 is at least one reference line 96 that extends through a centerpoint 98 and provides users with an ability to point to a desired number 28 (when the second member 86 is coupled to the base 12). Although only one reference line 96 is illustrated, it is contemplated that additional lines may be utilized.
It is contemplated that advertisements, logos, names, markings, and the like can be disposed in the center of the illustration 22, as a background to the base 12, the first member 46, the second member 86, or at any other location on the roulette wheel tracking device 1O.
When playing roulette, the roulette wheel illustration disposed in the betting area is not in numerical order, making it difficult for players to find desired numbers. Referring again to
Routine roulette players find that winning numbers can fall into a pattern. The pattern that can emerge from tracking the winning numbers (e.g., using a chart 76) reveals that the numbers fall within particular sections 40 of the roulette tracking device 10. Referring again to
There are several advantages of the roulette wheel tracking device 10. The user can easily locate the winning numbers by referring to the listings. The numbers are in numerical order and have corresponding letters for sections itemized about the roulette wheel illustration. The user can then easily find the appropriate location of the number on the roulette wheel illustration by locating the letter. Further, the user can then rotate the members to line up reference lines and/or section lines to choose the next number to bet on or a group of numbers to bet on. The roulette wheel tracking device 10 is light weight, easy to manipulate, and compact enough to fit in a pocket or purse. The roulette wheel tracking device 10 can help the user to record and predict trends in the winning numbers. The roulette wheel tracking device 10 can help new, and seasoned, players to enjoy the game of roulette.
While the disclosure has been described with reference to an exemplary embodiment, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted for elements thereof without departing from the scope of the disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings without departing from the essential scope thereof. Therefore, it is intended that the disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this disclosure.
Claims
1. A roulette wheel tracking device comprising:
- a base having a first side opposite a second side and a roulette wheel illustration disposed on said first side and said second side with an orifice disposed at a centerpoint of each said roulette wheel illustration;
- a first member rotatably coupled to a first side of said base via a fastener disposed through an opening in said first member and said orifice of said base, said first member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material; and
- a second member rotatably coupled to said second side of said base via said fastener disposed through an opening in said second member and said orifice of said base, said second member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material.
2. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, further comprising:
- at least one section disposed proximate each said roulette wheel illustration, said at least one section itemizes a grouping of at least one roulette number of said roulette wheel illustration with at least one section letter.
3. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, further comprising:
- at least one section line disposed on said first member configured to create at least one area corresponding to a grouping of at least three roulette numbers of said roulette wheel illustration.
4. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, further comprising:
- at least one reference line disposed on said first member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said first member; and
- at least one reference line disposed on said second member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said second member.
5. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, further comprising:
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion of said first side of said base, said listing comprising at least one section letter corresponding to at least one roulette number;
- wherein said listing further comprises a citation of red and black roulette numbers and odd and even roulette numbers.
6. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, further comprising:
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion said second side of said base, said listing comprising at least one section letter corresponding to at least one roulette number; and
- a chart having columns and blocks disposed on a bottom portion of said second side of said base proximate said listing, said chart configured for a user to record recent winning roulette numbers.
7. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 6, wherein said columns are itemized as a red column or a black column.
8. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 1, wherein the roulette wheel tracking device comprises a material that is lightweight, durable, and can be written on with a washable implement.
9. A roulette wheel tracking device comprising:
- a base having a first side opposite a second side, said base having a roulette wheel illustration disposed on said first side with an orifice at a centerpoint of said roulette wheel illustration;
- at least one section disposed proximate said roulette wheel illustration, said at least one section itemizes a grouping of at least one roulette number of said roulette wheel illustration with at least one section letter;
- a member rotatably coupled to a first side of said base via a fastener disposed through an opening in said member and said orifice of said base, said member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material; and
- at least one reference line disposed on said member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said member.
10. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 9, further comprising:
- at least one section line disposed on said member configured to create at least one area corresponding to a grouping of at least three said roulette numbers of said roulette wheel illustration.
11. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 9, further comprising:
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion said first side of said base, said listing comprising at least one section letter corresponding to said at least one roulette number.
12. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 9, further comprising:
- a chart having columns and blocks disposed on a bottom portion of said first side of said base proximate said listing, said chart configured for a user to record recent winning roulette numbers.
13. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 9, further comprising:
- a second member rotatably coupled to said second side of said base via said fastener disposed through an opening in said second member and said orifice of said base, said second member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material;
- at least one reference line disposed on said second member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said second member;
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion said second side of said base; and
- a chart having columns and blocks disposed on a bottom portion of said second side of said base proximate said listing, said chart configured for a user to record recent winning roulette numbers.
14. The roulette wheel tracking device of claim 9, wherein the roulette wheel tracking device comprises a material that is light-weight, durable, and can be written on with a washable implement.
15. A method of using a roulette wheel tracking device comprising:
- noting a winning number in a round of playing roulette;
- providing a roulette wheel tracking device to reference said winning number, said roulette wheel tracking device comprising:
- a base having a first side opposite a second side and at least one roulette wheel illustration disposed on said first side and said second side with an orifice at a centerpoint of each said roulette wheel illustration;
- at least one section disposed proximate said roulette wheel illustration, said at least one section itemizes a grouping of at least one roulette number of said roulette wheel illustration with at least one section letter;
- a member rotatably coupled to a first side of said base via a fastener disposed through an opening in said member and said orifice of said base, said member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material;
- at least one reference line disposed on said member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said member; and
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion said first side of said base, said listing comprising said at least one section letter corresponding to said at least one roulette number;
- referencing said listing to locate said section letter of said section of said winning number;
- rotating said member to locate said section letter; and
- positioning an end of said reference line to said winning number.
16. The method of claim 15, further comprising:
- recording said winning number on a chart disposed proximate said listing.
17. The method of claim 16, further comprising:
- noting a pattern of a series of said winning numbers for determining a next bet.
18. The method of claim 15, further comprising:
- placing a bet in a next said round of roulette based upon said pattern.
19. The method of claim 15, further comprising:
- rotating said member having at least one section line disposed on said member configured to create at least one area corresponding to a grouping of at least three said numbers of said roulette wheel illustration;
- noting said grouping; and
- placing a bet in a next said round of roulette based upon said grouping.
20. The method of claim 15, wherein said roulette wheel tracking device further comprises:
- a second member rotatably coupled to a second side of said base via said fastener disposed through an opening in said second member and said orifice of said base, said second member having a circular shape and comprising a clear material;
- at least one reference line disposed on said second member, said at least one reference line intersecting a centerpoint of said second member;
- a listing disposed on a bottom portion of said second side of said base; and
- a citation of red and black roulette numbers and odd and even roulette numbers disposed proximate said listing.
Type: Application
Filed: Feb 22, 2007
Publication Date: Aug 28, 2008
Inventor: Amy M. Roberts-Perry (Killingworth, CT)
Application Number: 11/710,090
International Classification: A63F 1/18 (20060101);