Dice rotator

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to gaming devices and / or accessories, such as dice and dice rotators. In various aspects, a disclosed dice rotator includes a housing having a top and a bottom, the top defining one or more windows, and a rotator housed within the housing, the rotator having a locking mechanism and at least one dice pan. The disclosed dice rotator may also include a knob mechanically coupled to the rotator such that pressure is applied to the knob to cause the rotator to rotate and display the one or more numbers through the one or more windows of the housing.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 451,304, filed on March 10, 2023, entitled “DICE SPINNER” (the “'304 Provisional Application”) and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 455,332, filed on March 29, 2023, entitled “DICE PEN” (the “'332 Provisional Application”). The entire disclosures of the '304 Provisional Application and the '332 Provisional Application are hereby incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] The present disclosure generally relates to games and gaming devices, such as dice and dice spinners. More specifically, it relates to a device for spinning one or more disks for use in games involving chance or other games, such as Dungeons & Dragons ("D&D"). The features disclosed herein may be varied in nature and may be employed in a variety of different ways to provide the same or similar results. The following description may relate to designs of flat shell-shaped spinners or pen-like devices, all of which involve the same elements or mechanisms in their use. Summary of the invention

[0003] Disclosed herein are systems, devices and / or methods of using the same relating to gaming devices and / or accessories, such as dice and dice spinners. In various aspects, the disclosed dice spinner comprises a housing having a top and a bottom and a spinner contained within the housing, the top defining one or more windows, the spinner having a locking mechanism and at least one dice tray. The disclosed dice spinner may also include a handle mechanically connected to the spinner, such that pressure is applied to the handle to cause rotation of the spinner, and one or more numbers are displayed through one or more windows of the housing.

[0004] In some embodiments, the disclosed dice spinner may include a housing having a top and a bottom, wherein the top defines one or more windows. The dice spinner may also include a first spinner contained in the housing, the first spinner including a locking mechanism, a platform disposed on a portion of the locking mechanism, and a dice plate disposed on the platform. In some embodiments, the dice spinner also includes a handle mechanically connected to the locking mechanism, so that pressure is applied to the handle to cause the locking mechanism to disengage from the platform, thereby allowing the platform and the dice plate to rotate.

[0005] Other aspects of the disclosed subject matter, as well as features and advantages of various aspects of the disclosed subject matter, will become apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art from consideration of the ensuing description, drawings, and appended claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0006] In the attached picture:

[0007] Figure 1 shows a top perspective view of a dice spinner according to the present invention;

[0008] Figure 2A Shows Figure 1 Rear view of the dice spinner;

[0009] Figure 2B Shows Figure 1 A front view of a dice spinner;

[0010] Figure 3 Shown is a sagittal section Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of a dice spinner;

[0011] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view through a transverse plane is shown. Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of a dice spinner;

[0012] Figure 5 Shows Figure 1 An interior view of the dice spinner;

[0013] Figure 6 An alternative embodiment of a dice spinner according to the present disclosure is shown from a side view;

[0014] Figure 7 Shows Figure 6 A side view of the internal components of the dice spinner;

[0015] Figure 8 Shows Figure 7 A top-down perspective view of a dice spinner;

[0016] Fig. 9 Shows Figure 6 A cross-sectional side view of a dice spinner;

[0017] Fig.10 It shows that according to the present disclosure Figure 6 An embodiment of a locking mechanism for a dice spinner; and

[0018] Fig.11A and Fig. 11B An additional embodiment of a dice spinner according to the present invention is shown, which may be a pen. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] Humans are playful creatures and often play games as part of their social lives. Many games can be played using relatively few / simple components, such as a deck of cards. Some games are more intensive and require extensive equipment, such as a board, chess pieces, cards, etc. Other games utilize very few components (e.g., cards), incorporate a lot of imaginative elements (e.g., setting, backstory, characters, etc.), and are played on a tabletop. For example, role-playing games (RPGs), such as (D&D), requires players to develop backstories and abilities for their characters. The players (and their characters) then work together to achieve a goal, go on an expedition, etc.

[0020] Typically, RPGs still involve the use of game pieces to determine a player or character's movement, health, firepower, accuracy, etc. For example, in D&D, dice are usually rolled to determine who attacks first, how accurate the attack is, and how strong the defense is. Dice are also often used in board games to determine how far a player can advance, among other things.

[0021] When using dice, players typically shake the dice in a cup or hand and then throw the dice into the playing area to see what numbers come out. Importantly, dice are generally thought of as generating random combinations of numbers.

[0022] Disclosed herein are systems, devices and / or methods of use of gaming devices and / or accessories, such as dice and dice spinners, which may include long tubular spinners or planar spinners. In various aspects, the disclosed dice spinner includes a housing defining one or more windows, and a spinner contained in the housing, the spinner having a locking mechanism and at least one dice plate. In certain embodiments, at least one dice plate includes or carries a mark corresponding to a numerical value. The disclosed dice spinner may also include a crown or button mechanically connected to the spinner, so that pressure is applied to the crown to cause the spinner to rotate. When the crown is released, the spinner may stop rotating and display one or more numbers through one or more windows of the housing. Alternatively, when the crown is released, the spinner may continue to rotate until it stops by itself. In addition, the spinner may include a locking mechanism and a plurality of wheels or discs. In addition, the disclosed spinner may include a key disposed on the top or proximal surface of the body. The key may be connected to the spinner so that applying pressure to the key releases the locking mechanism, thereby allowing the spinner to rotate.

[0023] In some embodiments, the disclosed dice rotator may include a housing having a top portion and a bottom portion, with one or more windows defined at the top. The dice rotator may also include a first rotator housed in the housing, the first rotator including: a locking mechanism, a platform disposed on a portion of the locking mechanism, and a dice plate disposed on the platform. One or more of the locking mechanism and the platform may be fixed to the interior of the housing. In some embodiments, the dice rotator also includes a handle mechanically connected to the locking mechanism, so that pressure is applied to the handle to cause the locking mechanism to disengage from the platform, thereby allowing the platform and the dice plate to rotate, or alternatively, so that pressure is applied to the handle to cause the locking mechanism to disengage from the platform and push or force the dice plate to rotate.

[0024] Figure 1 A top perspective view of a dice spinner 100 according to the present invention is shown. As shown, the dice spinner 100 includes a housing 10, wherein the housing has a top portion 12 and a bottom portion 14. The top portion 12 is fixed to the bottom portion 14 by screws, clips, snaps, adhesives, welding or other suitable fixing mechanisms. In some embodiments, the top portion 12 is detachably fixed to the bottom portion 14. The top portion 12 of the housing 10 can define one or more windows 16, such as the two windows 16 shown in the figure. In some embodiments, the window 16 allows the user of the dice spinner 100 to visually see points, circles, other marks, etc. corresponding to the numerical values. For example, a portion of the disk 32 or the dice disk is visible through one or more windows 16, wherein the dice disk 32 carries or carries marks corresponding to the numerical values ​​or other values. In this way, the dice spinner 100 can approximate or imitate the rolling of the dice during, for example, playing games.

[0025] In some embodiments, the dice spinner 100 further includes a knob 20 or button. The knob 20 can be housed or disposed within a void 28 defined by the top portion 12 and the bottom portion 14 of the dice spinner 100. In some embodiments, the knob 20 has a head 22 and a body 24, with the body 24 extending through the void 28 into the interior of the housing 10. As discussed more fully below, the knob 20 interfaces or mechanically engages with a locking mechanism and / or a rotation mechanism housed within the housing 10.

[0026] Figure 2A Shows Figure 1 A rear view of the dice spinner 100 is shown, and Figure 2B Shows Figure 1 A front view of the dice spinner 100. Figure 2AAs shown, the bottom or rear portion 14 of the housing 10 can receive a plurality of screws or fasteners to secure the bottom portion 14 to the top portion 12 of the housing 10. The fasteners can secure the top and bottom portions in a reversible manner, allowing the user to open the housing as needed to replace the tray 32 as desired by the user. Figure 2B As shown, the top portion 12 defines one or more windows 16 through which at least a portion of a dice tray 32 is visible. As shown, the dice tray 32 carries dots or markings 38 corresponding to numbers or other game values, in this case one (1) and six (6). The head 22 and body 24 of the knob 20 extend a distance from the housing 10 so that a user can manipulate the knob 20 to rotate the dice tray 34 contained within the housing 10 and display a new numerical value. The knob 20 can be "pushed" or "twisted" in one direction to articulate with the spinner and / or locking mechanism.

[0027] Figure 3 1 shows a cross-sectional view of the dice spinner 100 taken through a sagittal plane, Figure 4 1 shows a cross-sectional view of the dice spinner 100 taken through a transverse plane. As shown, the top portion 12 and the bottom portion 14 of the housing 10 define a plurality of internal cavities 18. Figure 3 As shown, the multiple internal cavities 18 or voids include three (3) cavities 18. The three cavities 18 can be one large cavity, or can be divided into multiple cavities. The multiple cavities 18 accommodate and / or receive a large number of components of the dice spinner 100. For example, the middle cavity or center cavity 18b accommodates a portion of the locking mechanism 40 and the first rotator 30, wherein the locking mechanism 40 may include a first arm and a second arm that can engage the first rotator 30 and the second rotator 30a, respectively. When the top portion 12 or front portion of the dice spinner is facing upward, the first cavity 18a can be located on the left side of the dice spinner 100. When the top portion 12 of the dice spinner is facing upward, the third cavity 18c can be located on the right side of the dice spinner 100. As described below with reference to Figure 5 As discussed more fully, the spinner 30 can include a dice tray 32. The dice tray 32 can have markings 38 corresponding to one or more numerical values, wherein the markings 38 are visible through one or more windows 16 defined in the upper half 12 of the housing 10. A pivot point or anchor point 36 of the tray (which can be a pin) can define the boundaries of the plurality of cavities 18. The pivot point 36 can also be a point around which the dice tray 32 and / or locking mechanism 40 pivot and / or rotate or turn around the pivot point 36 of the tray or the tray pin. In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 40 pivots around a locking pivot point 46.

[0028] like Figure 4As shown, a portion of the knob 20 extends into the housing 10. Specifically, in some embodiments, a portion of the body 24 is sandwiched between the upper half 12 and the lower half 14 of the housing 10. The end 26 of the knob 20 can be docked and / or mechanically engaged with the locking mechanism 40. The end 26 can engage with the body 42 of the locking mechanism 40 (see Figure 5 In some embodiments, manipulation of the knob 20 causes the detent 44 of the locking mechanism 40 to release from the dice tray 34. For example, pressure may be applied to the head 22 of the knob 20, causing the body 24 and end 26 of the knob 20 to extend further into the housing 10. This extension may cause the detent 44 to disengage and / or release the dice tray 32. Once the detent 44 is released, the dice tray 32 will rotate about the pivot point 36 ( Figure 3 ) rotation. When the knob 20 is released, the body 24 and end 26 of the knob 20 will retract and extend away from the housing 10. When the knob 20 is released, the stop 44 of the locking mechanism 40 will reengage the dice tray 32, causing the dice tray 34 to stop rotating. When the dice tray 32 stops rotating, the markings corresponding to the numerical values ​​will be visible through the one or more windows 16.

[0029] In some embodiments, manipulation of the knob 20 may include twisting, rather than applying pressure to the knob 20. Upon twisting the knob 20, the end 26 will disengage the locking mechanism 40. The disengagement of the knob 20 from the locking mechanism 40 causes the locking mechanism 40 to release and disengage the dice tray 34. Once the locking mechanism 40 is released, the dice tray 32 will rotate about the pivot point 36. When the knob 20 is twisted again (e.g., in the opposite direction), the end 26 of the knob 20 will reengage the locking mechanism 40. Once the knob 20 reengages the locking mechanism 40, the locking mechanism 40 will reengage the dice tray 34, causing the dice tray 32 to stop rotating. When the dice tray 32 stops rotating, indicia corresponding to the numerical values ​​will be visible through the one or more windows 16.

[0030] Figure 5 One embodiment of a spinner 30 according to the present invention is shown. In some embodiments, the spinner 30 includes a sprocket 34 or gear and a dice plate 32. The sprocket 34 can be positioned so that the housing engagement plate pin 36 is located inside the housing 10, such as inside the lower half 14 of the housing 10 (see FIG. Figure 1-2B). The dice tray 32 is arranged around the sprocket 34 and is fixed by the pivot point 36. The sprocket 34 can be adhered or fixed to the dice tray 32. In some embodiments, the spinner 30 also includes a locking mechanism 40. In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 40 is separated from the spinner 30. The locking mechanism 40 may include a body 42 and a stopper 44, wherein the stopper 44 engages or otherwise interfaces with the dice tray 32 and ultimately engages with the sprocket 34. The locking mechanism 40 may be fixed to the housing 10 by a locking pivot point 46. The locking mechanism 40 may pivot about the locking pivot point 46.

[0031] The dice plate 32 may include a plurality of wings 35, or arms, or recesses and valleys, wherein each wing 35 in the plurality of wings may carry or carry a mark corresponding to a numerical value, or carry a mark corresponding to a numerical value between each wing, or carry a mark corresponding to a numerical value between the wings. Each wing 35 may be a tooth in the sprocket 34. In some embodiments, a plurality of wings 35 may include an odd number of wings. In some embodiments, a plurality of wings 35 may include an even number of wings. In some embodiments, the housing 10 may accommodate more than one spinner 30, and the dice plate 32 of each spinner 30 may include the same number of wings 35. Alternatively, the dice plate 32 of each spinner 30 may include a plurality of wings 35 of different numbers. Any number of wings 35 or teeth may be used for any one of a plurality of marks or numerical values, so the stopper 44 may be any suitable size and shape to engage the sprocket 34 to rotate and lock the plate 32.

[0032] Each wing 36 may include a valley 37 between the two wings 36 that engages a stop 44 of the locking mechanism 40 to stop the disk 32 in a position associated with the indicia or digital value.

[0033] In some embodiments, the wings 35 are sequentially labeled. Alternatively, the wings 35 may be non-sequentially and / or randomly labeled. In embodiments where the housing 10 accommodates two spinners 30, the wings 35 of each spinner 30 may be identically labeled (sequentially, non-sequentially, randomly, etc.). In other embodiments where the housing 10 accommodates two spinners 30, the wings 35 of each spinner 30 may be differently labeled (e.g., different numerical values, sequential values, and non-sequential values, etc.).

[0034] As previously described, when the knob 20 is engaged (i.e., upon application of pressure or other manipulation of the knob 20), the knob 20 causes the locking mechanism 40 to release from the dice tray 32. Specifically, manipulation of the knob 20 causes the body 42 of the locking mechanism 40 to pivot about the locking pivot point 46 (or locking pin) such that the stopper 44 is released from the dice tray 32. The dice tray 34 then rotates about the tray's pivot point 36. When the knob 20 is disengaged or released, the locking mechanism 40 reengages the dice tray 32, causing the dice tray 32 to stop rotating. When the dice tray 32 stops rotating, the indicia 38 corresponding to the numerical values ​​will be displayed through one or more windows 16 defined in the upper half 12 of the housing 10. Specifically, a portion of at least one tray 32 and the indicia carried thereon will be visible through the one or more windows 16.

[0035] In some embodiments, the dice spinner 100 accommodates one or more spinners 30 (e.g. Figure 5 The two rotators 30 shown). In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 40 includes two opposing bodies 42 as an integral piece, and the two opposing bodies 42 are engaged at a locking pivot point 46. In some embodiments, the end of each body 42 carries a stopper 44 for engaging with the dice disk 32 and / or the sprocket 34 of the rotator 30. In some embodiments, the stopper 44 can be a rubber or silicon stopper. In some embodiments, turning the knob 20 clockwise causes the locking mechanism 40 to release or disengage the first rotator 30, but not to release or disengage the second rotator 30. In some embodiments, turning the knob 20 counterclockwise causes the locking mechanism 40 to release or disengage the second rotator 30, but not to release or disengage the first rotator 30. It should also be understood that multiple disks 34 are considered, and therefore multiple stops 44 and locking mechanisms 40 are envisioned to engage and disengage multiple disks. In the present disclosure, a single actuator 20 can be used or multiple actuators that can engage one disk 34 or multiple disks 34 can be used.

[0036] It should be understood that the rotator 30 may be in constant tension and rotate when the locking mechanism 40 is released by the knob 20. Alternatively, the rotator may be stationary and "push" the rotator 30 to rotate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction when the knob 20 is actuated, and then the knob 20 acts as a stop to stop the rotator 30 when the knob 20 is actuated again to engage the rotator 30.

[0037] In addition, if Figure 6-Figure 11, the rotator may include a more vertical integrated configuration. In this configuration, the dice rotator 200 may be located in a pen, but it should be understood that the pen is an accessory of the dice rotator 200. The present invention discloses a system, device and / or a method of using the dice rotator 200. In various aspects, these disclosed dice rotators include a body having a grip portion and a dice portion, wherein the dice portion defines an inner cavity and a plurality of external windows. The rotator may include a locking mechanism and a plurality of wheels. In addition, the disclosed dice rotator may include a button disposed on the top or proximal surface of the body. The button may be connected to the rotator so that pressure is applied to the button to release the locking mechanism, thereby allowing the rotator to rotate.

[0038] In some embodiments, the disclosed dice spinner may include a body defining a first inner cavity and a plurality of outer windows. The dice spinner may also include a spinner disposed and accommodated in the inner cavity, and a key disposed on a top portion of the body. The key may be connected to the spinner so that pressure is applied to the key to release the locking mechanism, thereby allowing the spinner to rotate.

[0039] Figure 7 One embodiment of a dice spinner 200 according to the present disclosure is shown. As shown, the dice spinner 200 includes a body 110 having a dice portion 112 and a grip portion 114. In some embodiments, the grip portion 114 may include a grip or other pad for holding the dice spinner 200. The body 110 may also include a transition portion 118 or intermediate portion located between the dice portion 112 and the grip portion 114. The spinner 200 may also include a key 120 (or button or actuator) disposed at the top or proximal end 117 of the dice spinner 200. The dice portion 112 of the body 110 defines an inner cavity 124 (see Figure 4 ) and multiple windows 116. Multiple windows 116 can be displayed linearly or non-linearly. Windows 116 can be located on a single side or multiple sides of the dice portion 121. In some embodiments, one or more (e.g., multiple) numbers can be visible through multiple windows 116. One or more numbers visible through multiple windows 116 can approximate or simulate the result of rolling a dice.

[0040] Figure 7 and 8 Shows Figure 6The internal components of the dice spinner 200. As shown, in the case of using a pen, the internal components include a spinner 130, a spinner housing 136, a locking mechanism 140, and an ink cartridge 126. As discussed more fully below, the spinner 130, the spinner housing 136, and the locking mechanism 140 are each housed or contained in an inner cavity 124 defined by the dice portion 112 of the body 110. The key 120 can be connected to the locking mechanism 140 so that the pressure applied on the key 120 causes the locking mechanism 140 to disengage from the spinner 130. One method or a first method of rotating the spinner 130 can be to disengage the locking mechanism 140, thereby causing or allowing a plurality of disks 132 (or wheels) of the spinner 130 to rotate. In this first method, the wheel 132 and / or the spinner 130 can be in a tension state, or in a constant tension state, so that when the locking mechanism 140 is released, the spinner 130 and / or the wheel 132 rotate until the locking mechanism 140 is reengaged. Releasing the button 120 (i.e., removing the applied pressure) reengages the locking mechanism 140 with the spinner 130, causing the plurality of wheels 132 to stop rotating. When the plurality of wheels 132 stop rotating, individual symbols 133, which may be numbers, will be visible through the plurality of windows 116 on the body 110. As previously described, the visible numbers approximate or simulate the results of rolling a dice.

[0041] Alternatively, another method or second method of rotation may be to disengage the locking mechanism 140 and apply force to the wheel 132 and / or wheel rotator 130 until the locking mechanism 140 is reengaged. In this second method, the wheel 132 and / or rotator 130 may be at rest prior to being acted upon by the actuator or button 120. As another alternative, the rotator 130 and / or wheel 132 may rotate and stop without engagement of the locking mechanism 140 by simply slowing down and stopping.

[0042] Similar to other embodiments disclosed herein, the rotator 130 may include a sprocket, or wings or teeth that allow for engagement and disengagement of the locking mechanism 140 .

[0043] It should also be understood that in any embodiment, the button 120 may need to be held down continuously, or a single click may unlock and rotate the spinner 130 and / or wheel 132, or allow the spinner 130 and / or wheel 132 to rotate, and then re-engage the locking mechanism by another click of the button 120. It is also contemplated herein that the button 120 may be used to engage and / or disengage various locking mechanisms, depending on the number of "dice" in the body of the dice portion 112. This allows a die, or a wheel 132, or multiple dice, or multiple wheels 132 to be individually rolled with a specific number of clicks. In an alternative, a mechanism is contemplated, whether relative to the interior and / or exterior of the housing 110, that allows locking of a wheel 132 or multiple wheels 132, such that when force is applied to the button 120, only those "unlocked" dice or dice will rotate.

[0044] refer to Figure 8 The rotator housing 136 includes a top surface 135, a bottom surface 137, a center column 134, and side columns 139, wherein each disk 130 can be stacked around the center column 134. An anchor portion 138 can be disposed on the top surface 135, and a locking mechanism 140 can be disposed to connect (e.g., mechanically connect) to the key 120. For example, briefly referring to Fig.10 , the locking mechanism 140 can include a top end 146 defining a hole or void. The anchor portion 138 can engage with the hole or void in the top end 146 to secure the locking mechanism 140 to the rotator 130 and / or the rotator housing 36. In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 140 is part of the rotator housing 136. In some embodiments, the central column 134 is disposed through the center of each of the plurality of wheels 132, similar to the pins in the previously disclosed embodiments. When the plurality of wheels 132 rotate, the plurality of wheels 132 rotate around the longitudinal axis of the central column 134.

[0045] In the example where the dice spinner 200 can be a pen, in some embodiments, the ink cartridge 126 (or a portion of the ink cartridge 126) is contained in a second inner cavity 124 defined by a narrow portion or a grip portion 114. In some embodiments, the side column 139 defines a cavity that holds a portion of the ink cartridge 126. In some embodiments, a portion of the ink cartridge 126 is received in the side column 139 so that the ink cartridge 126 is connected to the key 120. Similar to the mechanical engagement with the locking mechanism 140, pressing the key 120 can cause the tip 127 of the ink cartridge 126 to extend from the grip portion 114 and the distal end 115 of the dice spinner 200, so that the dice spinner 200 can be used for writing. In some embodiments, the selective pressing or manipulation of the key 120 (e.g., one press, two quick presses, twisting, etc.) can cause the ink cartridge 126 to unfold, which is independent of the connection of the key 120 to the locking mechanism 140. At the same time, selective depression or manipulation of the key 120 (eg, one depression, two quick depressions, twisting, etc.) may disengage the locking mechanism 140 from the rotator 130 independent of the deployment of the key 120 of the ink cartridge 126 .

[0046] Fig. 9 Shows Figure 6 1 is a cross-sectional view of a dice spinner 200. As shown, the dice spinner 200 includes a body 110 having a dice portion 112 and a grip portion 114. The dice portion 112 defines an inner cavity 122 for accommodating a spinner 130, a spinner housing 136, and a locking mechanism 140. The dice portion 112 also defines a plurality of windows 16 (in Figure 4 Only a few windows 116 are marked in FIG. 1 ; see also Figure 1 ). Additional windows 116 may be located around the dice portion so that multiple numbers from a single wheel 32 may be displayed in separate windows 116. The grip portion 114 defines a second inner cavity 124 for accommodating an ink cartridge 126 (e.g., a portion of the ink cartridge 126). The button 120 may be disposed on the top or proximal end 117 of the body 110 and may be mechanically connected or engaged with the locking mechanism 140.

[0047] As previously described, the spinner 130 includes a plurality of wheels 132, each wheel bearing a plurality of numbers 133. In some embodiments, the plurality of wheels 132 are configured to rotate about a central column 134. The plurality of wheels 132 may bear sequential, non-sequential, and / or random sets of numbers 133. By spinning and then stopping, the plurality of wheels 132 will randomly display the numbers 133 through the plurality of windows 116, thereby simulating rolling a dice.

[0048] Fig.101 shows a locking mechanism 140 according to the present invention. As shown, the locking mechanism 140 includes a body 144 having a top end 146 and a bottom end 148. A plurality of teeth 142 extend between the top end 146 and the bottom end 148. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of teeth 142 engages (e.g., mechanically engages) one of the plurality of wheels 132 of the rotator 130 (see Figure 7-Figure 8 ), which is very similar or similar to the engagement sprocket 34 and wing 35 as previously described. When the teeth 142 are engaged with the plurality of wheels 132, movement of the wheels 132, such as rotation, is prevented. When the teeth 142 are disengaged, the wheels are allowed to move, such as by rotating. When the wheels 132 are reengaged by the teeth 142, the movement of the wheels stops. When the wheels 132 have stopped rotating, one of the plurality of numbers 133 on each wheel 132 will be visible through each of the plurality of windows 116 (see Figure 1 ). In this way, the dice spinner 200 simulates a player rolling or throwing the dice to determine the player's next move, attack, accuracy, etc.

[0049] In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 140 is integrated as part of the rotator housing 136 (see FIG. Figure 3 ). In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 140 is part of the rotator 130.

[0050] Fig.11A and Fig. 11B An additional embodiment of a dice spinner 200 according to the present disclosure is shown. Specifically, Fig.11A and Fig. 11B A dice spinner is shown in which the body has a machined and decorated exterior. For example, Fig.11A A dice spinner 300 is shown having a body 310 that includes elements of the spinner 130 (i.e., a plurality of wheels 132, each wheel with a plurality of numbers 133). In some embodiments, other elements of the spinner 130 (e.g., a spinner housing) and / or the locking mechanism 140 may still be housed within the inner cavity defined by the body 310. The button 120 may also be machined and decorative, such as being designed as a character or creature.

[0051] In these alternative embodiments, the wheel 332 may again be in a tensioned or stationary state. Fig.11A, the entire wheel 332 can be displayed on the outside of the pen 300 or other longitudinal member. The wheel 332 can be read by a groove, arrow, or similar marking at a designated point on the pen along the longitudinal line of the pen. The wheel 332 can be rotated manually by the user, such as using an individual's finger or hand to rotate the wheel 332. The pen 300 may include a button and a locking mechanism, wherein pressure is applied to the button to disengage the locking mechanism so that the user can manually rotate the roller wheel 332. Once pressure is no longer applied to the button, the wheel 332 stops rotating and can be "locked" in a designated position. Similar to the above disclosure, one click can release the locking mechanism, and another click re-engages the locking mechanism. Optionally, the rotating wheel 332 may not include a locking mechanism, and the wheel rotates until the rotational momentum simply stops on its own without external force from the user.

[0052] like Fig. 11B As shown, the exterior of the body 410 of the spinner 400 may be designed to resemble an animal or creature—either real or imaginary (e.g., a dragon). In some embodiments, the operating design of the body 410 corresponds to the type of game played using the spinner 200 (e.g., D&D, In some embodiments, the processing design of the body 10 includes gemstones, metal processing, wood processing, molded plastics, artificial diamonds and other suitable decorative elements.

[0053] Although specific embodiments have been shown and described herein, it will be appreciated that various other changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the claimed subject matter. In addition, although various aspects of the claimed subject matter have been described herein, these aspects need not be used in combination.

[0054] In one embodiment, the terms "about" and "approximately" refer to numerical value parameters within 10% of the range shown. The terms "one", "an", "the" and similar indicators used in the context of describing embodiments of the present disclosure (particularly in the context of the appended claims) should be interpreted as covering singular and plural, unless otherwise specified herein or clearly contradictory to the context. The description of the range of numerical values ​​here is only for the purpose of citing each individual value falling within the range as a shorthand method. Unless otherwise specified herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it is quoted separately in this article. Unless otherwise specified herein or clearly contradictory to the context, all methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order. The use of any and all examples or exemplary language (e.g., "such as") provided herein is intended only to better illustrate the embodiments of the present disclosure and does not limit the scope of the present disclosure. Any language in the specification should not be interpreted as representing any unclaimed element that is essential to the practice of the embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0055] The grouping of replacement elements or embodiments disclosed herein should not be construed as limiting. The components of each group may be mentioned and claimed separately, or mentioned and claimed together with any combination of other components of the group or other elements found herein. It is foreseeable that, for convenience and / or patentability reasons, one or more components of a group may be included in a group or deleted from a group. When any inclusion or deletion occurs in this way, this specification is considered to include the group modified, thereby satisfying the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

[0056] All combinations of the above-described elements in all possible variations thereof are encompassed by the disclosure unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context.

[0057] Although the present disclosure provides many details, these details should not be interpreted as limiting the scope of the attached claims, but only as providing an illustration of some embodiments of the elements and features of the disclosed subject matter. Other embodiments of the disclosed subject matter and its elements and features can be designed without departing from the spirit or scope of any claim. Features of different embodiments can be used in combination. Therefore, the scope of each claim is limited only by its plain language and its legal equivalents.

Claims

1. A dice spinner, comprising: a housing having a top and a bottom, the top defining one or more windows; a spinner housed within the housing, the spinner comprising a locking mechanism and at least one dice tray; as well as A knob is mechanically connected to the spinner such that application of pressure to the knob causes the spinner to rotate and display one or more numbers through one or more windows in the housing.

2. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The rotator further includes a sprocket, the sprocket and the disk being securably engageable with each other and disposed on a portion of the locking mechanism.

3. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The at least one dice tray includes a plurality of dice trays.

4. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The at least one dice tray includes a sprocket having teeth to engage with the locking mechanism, wherein the dice tray includes markings corresponding to numbers between or at each tooth of the dice tray.

5. The dice spinner according to claim 4, wherein: The marking comprises a dot.

6. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The knob is mechanically connected to the locking mechanism of the rotator.

7. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The locking mechanism includes a body having two ends, each end including a stop.

8. The dice spinner according to claim 7, wherein: The at least one dice tray includes a plurality of dice trays, and each stopper of the locking mechanism contacts a platform of the dice tray, thereby preventing movement of the dice tray.

9. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The top and the bottom of the housing are continuous with each other.

10. The dice spinner according to claim 1, wherein: The top and bottom of the housing are detachably connected to each other.

11. A dice spinner, comprising: a housing having a top and a bottom, the top defining one or more windows; a first spinner accommodated in the housing, the spinner comprising a locking mechanism, a platform disposed on a portion of the locking mechanism, and a dice tray disposed on the platform; as well as A turn knob is mechanically connected to the locking mechanism such that applying pressure to the turn knob causes the locking mechanism to disengage the platform, thereby allowing the platform and the dice tray to rotate.

12. The dice spinner according to claim 11, wherein: Releasing pressure from the knob causes the locking mechanism to reengage the platform, causing the platform and the dice tray to stop rotating and one or more numbers to be displayed through the one or more windows of the housing.

13. The dice spinner according to claim 11, wherein: The knob includes an outer head, a body, and an inner end opposite to the outer head, the inner end being mechanically connected to the locking mechanism.

14. The dice spinner according to claim 11 further comprises a second spinner accommodated in the housing and adjacent to the first spinner.

15. The dice spinner according to claim 14, wherein: The locking mechanism includes a body having two ends, each end including a stop for engaging a first rotator and a second rotator.

16. The dice spinner according to claim 11, wherein: The locking mechanism includes a body having two ends, a first end for securing the locking mechanism to the housing and connecting the locking mechanism to the handle, and a second end including a stop for engaging the platform.

17. The dice spinner according to claim 11, wherein: The dice tray includes wings engaged with the tray, and each wing or each wing includes markings corresponding to numbers.

18. The dice spinner according to claim 17, wherein: A winged disk includes an even number of wings.

19. The dice spinner according to claim 17, wherein: A winged disk includes an odd number of wings.

20. The dice spinner of claim 17, wherein: The markings on the winged disks include dots, diamonds, squares or numbers.

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