Diamond-Oriented Gaming Bonus Display with Dynamic LED Lighting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing top box bonus displays in gaming machines are static and not easily configurable, lacking dynamic visual appeal to attract players.
Innovation Solution
A gaming machine bonus display featuring a square video display with a diamond-oriented wheel representation, surrounded by an annular light diffusing inner ring and an outer ring, using LEDs to create a visually striking and dynamic lighting effect, with the ability to display multiple pointers and coordinate lighting with the base and bonus game content.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a static top box bonus display is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the visual appeal and player attraction deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by transforming the static top box display into a dynamic system with movable pointers and controllable lighting elements. The lighting system can change intensity, color, and patterns to create visually striking effects that attract players, while the pointers can be repositioned to indicate different bonus outcomes, making the display adaptable and engaging without requiring complex mechanical structures
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes parameter changes by controlling lighting parameters (intensity, color temperature, timing) to create different visual moods and attract player attention. The system can adjust lighting parameters dynamically during different game states, such as intensifying lights during bonus events or changing colors to indicate different prize levels, thereby enhancing visual appeal through parameter modulation rather than structural complexity
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple pointers and dynamic lighting are added to make the display configurable and visually striking, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements universality by designing a multi-functional top box display that can serve multiple purposes: displaying bonus outcomes, attracting players through visual effects, and adapting to different game configurations. The same lighting system and pointer mechanism serve both informational and promotional functions, allowing the display to be configured for various bonus types without requiring separate dedicated components for each function
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies copying by using video displays to create virtual representations of pointers and wheel segments rather than relying solely on physical mechanical components. This allows multiple pointers to be displayed simultaneously on the video screen, and the wheel can be reconfigured through software to show different prize structures, achieving high configurability with minimal physical complexity
3Use of energy by moving object
If LEDs are placed close to the inner ring for illumination, then the lighting efficiency is improved, but hot spots are created on the inner ring
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by varying the spatial distribution and intensity of LED lighting around the inner ring. Instead of uniform illumination, the system uses multiple LEDs positioned at different locations with different intensities to create a graduated lighting effect. This local variation in lighting quality illuminates the inner ring effectively while distributing heat and light intensity to avoid concentrated hot spots that could damage the display components
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a visually compelling presentation that draws players to the game, allowing for dynamic lighting and color changes to indicate bonuses or jackpots, enhancing player attraction and engagement.
Implementation Method 1
An annular light diffusing inner ring is disposed to surround the representation of the wheel
Implementation Method 2
An annular reflector is located adjacent the video display within the space to underlie the inner ring. A first set of light emitters such as light emitting diodes (LEDs) are located in the space and are controlled to emit light which is reflected by the reflector and illuminates the inner ring from behind
Implementation Method 3
A first set of light emitters such as light emitting diodes (LEDs) are located in the space and are controlled to emit light
Implementation Method 4
The outer ring is preferably fashioned as an annular 'light pipe' disposed to radially pipe light from a second set of light emitters
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AI summary
A bonus display and gaming machine with a bonus display are disclosed, The bonus display includes a square video display arranged in a diamond pattern to display content such as a bonus wheel. Back illuminated inner and outer rings are mounted to cover at least portions of the video display and are back illuminated by, for example, light emitting diodes. To accommodate one or more pointers displayed on the video display the inner ring includes a cut-out to reveal each video pointer.