| Patent Number |
Title Of Patent |
Date Issued |
| D356619 |
Amusement ride car |
March 21, 1995 |
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| D353434 |
Amusement character playhouse |
December 13, 1994 |
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| D352541 |
Amusement character boat |
November 15, 1994 |
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| D352335 |
Amusement vehicle |
November 8, 1994 |
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| D352327 |
Spaceship amusement ride |
November 8, 1994 |
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| D352085 |
Amusement car |
November 1, 1994 |
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| D351208 |
Robotic figure |
October 4, 1994 |
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| D351130 |
Amusement airship |
October 4, 1994 |
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| D350082 |
Skull figure |
August 30, 1994 |
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| D349313 |
Robotic figure |
August 2, 1994 |
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| D348299 |
Amusement trolley |
June 28, 1994 |
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| D348289 |
Amusement car |
June 28, 1994 |
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| D348288 |
Amusement car |
June 28, 1994 |
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| D348085 |
Amusement car |
June 21, 1994 |
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| D347674 |
Amusement ride space vehicle |
June 7, 1994 |
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| D347036 |
Amusement character playhouse |
May 17, 1994 |
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| D347035 |
Amusement character playhouse |
May 17, 1994 |
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| D346836 |
Amusement character playhouse |
May 10, 1994 |
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| D346835 |
Amusement character playhouse |
May 10, 1994 |
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| D345396 |
Amusement space vehicle |
March 22, 1994 |
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| 7409700 |
System and method for enhanced broadcasting and interactive |
August 5, 2008 |
| An enhanced interactive television broadcast is disclosed wherein an audio/video broadcast is viewed on a first display system, and an "enhancement" to the broadcast is simultaneously viewed or experienced on a second, separate display system. The "enhancement" is synchronized to the |
| 5946401 |
Linear speaker array |
August 31, 1999 |
| A sound delivery system comprises at least one elongated speaker mounting element. A multiplicity of individual speakers are mounted in the mounting element to form a linear array of speakers with each speaker being adapted to radiate sound in a direction transverse to the array. The num |
| 5802190 |
Linear speaker array |
September 1, 1998 |
| A sound delivery system comprises at least one elongated speaker mounting element. A multiplicity of individual speakers are mounted in the mounting element to form a linear array of speakers with each speaker being adapted to radiate sound in a direction transverse to the array. The num |
| 5794533 |
Speed control apparatus for waterway traveling vehicle |
August 18, 1998 |
| A speed control apparatus for a waterway traveling vehicle which can guide the vehicle when it is traveling along the waterway, while applying a damping force to slow or stop the vehicle. A turning frame is provided in the waterway and is guided by a guide member for angular movement. Th |
| 5793470 |
Latent-image projection system and method |
August 11, 1998 |
| A latent image projection system, and related method, for displaying entertaining visual effects and optical illusions by projecting a polarization-encoded latent image onto a polarization-preserving viewing screen. The latent image is revealed using a polarized analyzer having its p |
| 5764980 |
Method for coordinating production of an animated feature using a logistics system |
June 9, 1998 |
| A computer animation production system (2) for processing digital image data is disclosed. The computer animation production system (2) contains at least one information processing device (44-76) for enabling at least one user to develop, utilize and enhance digital image data. The i |
| 5739462 |
Method and apparatus for creating pyrotechnic effects |
April 14, 1998 |
| A pyrotechnic device includes a launcher for launching and igniting a plurality of pyrotechnic stars for creating an aerial fireworks display. The launcher comprises a launching tube having an igniter that ignites the pyrotechnic stars as they are being expelled from the launching tube u |
| 5696892 |
Method and apparatus for providing animation in a three-dimensional computer generated virtual w |
December 9, 1997 |
| Methods and systems for rendering and displaying in a real time 3-D computer graphic system a sequence of images of a subject using a plurality of time-sequenced textures such that at least a portion of the subject appears animated. The time-sequenced textures are derived from source |
| 5671091 |
Virtual easel |
September 23, 1997 |
| An improved computer graphic work station is disclosed of the type that includes a digitizer for allowing an artist or other user to input a drawing into a computer, and an imaging device to produce an image of the drawing as it is being drawn. A beam splitter reflects at least a portion |
| 5633993 |
Method and apparatus for providing a virtual world sound system |
May 27, 1997 |
| A method and system are provided which allow sounds emanated by objects in a viewer-interactive, computer-generated graphic virtual world, and other virtual world sounds (e.g., a music score), to be reproduced using flexibly and automatically scheduled resources of a virtual world sound |
| 5629595 |
Method and apparatus for an amusement ride having an interactive guided vehicle |
May 13, 1997 |
| An apparatus and method in which a vehicle is guided along a path defined by a centerline and left and right boundaries parallel to and spaced laterally on opposite sides thereof and in which a passenger in the vehicle can steer it for lateral movement between the boundaries. The met |
| 5627338 |
Fireworks projectile having distinct shell configuration |
May 6, 1997 |
| A system and method for launching projectiles, such as fireworks projectiles, which explode in the air into a pyrotechnic display. The projectile includes a shell constructed from a binding agent and an explosive additive which explodes the shell into small particles. The explosive a |
| 5623878 |
Dynamic ride vehicle |
April 29, 1997 |
| A dynamic ride vehicle for executing a sequence of distinct motion patterns and for providing unique ride experiences in an amusement park attraction or other environment includes a movable chassis and a body having a passenger seating area. A motion apparatus, including computer control |
| 5595121 |
Amusement ride and self-propelled vehicle therefor |
January 21, 1997 |
| The present invention provides an amusement ride having a self-propelled electric powered ride vehicle capable of maximum acceleration of about 0.3 to as much as about 1.1 G's in either direction using a unique pinch wheel drive system, and including an on board vehicle controller and pe |
| 5590605 |
Conveying device with self steering powered caster |
January 7, 1997 |
| A transport system for moving along a track on a support surface. The system includes a body, a guide system and a powered self-steering caster assembly. The guide system cooperates with the track to apply lateral forces to the body to guide it along a predetermined path when a propu |
| 5588914 |
Method and system for guiding a user in a virtual reality presentation |
December 31, 1996 |
| A virtual reality system is provided in which a user can be guided within a virtual space to a specific destination within a specific time while providing the impression that the user is free to roam the virtual space at will. A leader object or "virtual guide" is projected ahead of the |
| 5585967 |
Three dimensional virtual image system |
December 17, 1996 |
| A method and apparatus for display of a three dimensional virtual image is provided. The present invention allows one or more objects, real images and virtual images to be displayed at one or more of an arbitrary number of depth levels along a viewer's line of sight. The present inventio |
| 5583844 |
Programming device and method for controlling ride vehicles in an amusement attraction |
December 10, 1996 |
| This disclosure relates to a ride vehicle for use in an amusement attraction. The ride vehicle mounts a passenger supporting structure upon a motion base, so that the passenger supporting structure may be articulated about one or more axes as the vehicle moves. Thus, this "simulator |
| 5577961 |
Method and system for restraining a leader object in a virtual reality presentation |
November 26, 1996 |
| A virtual reality system is provided in which a user can be assured of reaching a destination in a virtual world within a specific time while providing the impression that the user is free to roam the virtual space at will. A virtual leader is projected in front of the user by the system |
| 5572749 |
Helmet mounting device and system |
November 12, 1996 |
| A helmet mounting device which allows a helmet to be securely mounted to a user's head in a desired alignment, without irritating chin straps, is provided. The device includes a frame and a liner with a retention band that can be uniformly tightened about the user's head and that aligns |
| 5564984 |
Double hull amusement ride vehicle |
October 15, 1996 |
| A vehicle that provides safe and stable transportation of passengers, yet allows passengers, including wheelchair-bound passengers, to quickly enter and exit the vehicle without climbing up or down and without stepping on the seats has been provided. The preferred embodiment of the vehic |
| 5556340 |
Amusement ride assembly with rotating tube synchronized with an image |
September 17, 1996 |
| An amusement ride attraction, with a rotating tube and an image is disclosed that is, relatively inexpensive and compact. The viewer stands inside the rotating tube, and the forces applied to the viewer are in automatic synchronization with the projected image. This creates an illusi |
| 5551920 |
Motion base |
September 3, 1996 |
| A motion base for an apparatus for subjecting a user to sensory experience is provided. The motion base has a motion generator for moving a platform about at least one axis of rotation. The platform supports the user such that the user's center of gravity is substantially coincident with |
| 5545092 |
Special effects spark generating system |
August 13, 1996 |
| A system and method for generating special effects showers of sparks for use in theme park shows and rides. A flint rod is biased with fluid pressure against a cutting wheel of this system. When a clutch is actuated for a brief predetermined time period, a constant high speed motor is |
| 5544228 |
Method and apparatus for transmission of full frequency digital audio |
August 6, 1996 |
| The present invention is a method for transmitting full frequency digital audio signals over a network in real time and for providing access to a remote sound server. The present invention is preferably practiced using ISDN and is useful for remote casting auditions and for other com |
| 5542604 |
Drinking fountain with sound effects |
August 6, 1996 |
| A drinking fountain having a spout, a human actuatable valve for controlling the flow of water from the spout, a basin for collecting the water and a drain pipe. An audio system includes a speaker wherein the speaker is mounted to the drain pipe in such a manner as to direct soundwav |
| 5540622 |
Water slide |
July 30, 1996 |
| The present invention provides a water slide which includes a device for reducing the impact felt by riders or users when they contact the slower-moving water at the bottom of an incline. Such slower moving water can be particularly injurious to a user who is traveling at relatively |
| 5529382 |
Passenger restraint system |
June 25, 1996 |
| An over-the-shoulder passenger restraint system that operates in three modes and permits fine adjustments of two pairs of pivoting elements, one pair located behind and above the passenger's shoulders, the second pair located in front of the passenger is described. Fine adjustments permi |
| 5526750 |
Fireworks projectile having combustible shell |
June 18, 1996 |
| A system and method for launching projectiles, such as fireworks projectiles, which explode in the air into a pyrotechnic display. The projectile includes a shell constructed from a binding agent and an explosive additive which explodes the shell into small particles. The explosive a |
| 5493281 |
Method and apparatus for remote synchronization of audio, lighting, animation and special effect |
February 20, 1996 |
| Method and apparatus for synchronizing performance of audio, lighting, animation, and special effects programs at a plurality of remote locations, such as on parade floats, in which the programs are stored at each location as digitally-encoded information in the memory of one or more |
