Transparent Container Dice Flipping Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for improved electronic gaming machines that can provide table game elements to players who prefer individualized and anonymous gaming experiences, with a desire for more randomized and reliable flipping of gaming objects like dice for wager-based games.
Innovation Solution
An electronic gaming machine system with a container and object flipping platform that allows for random and reliable flipping of gaming objects, equipped with cameras and light sources for image recognition and visual notifications, and speakers for audible feedback, enabling the randomization of dice values and outcomes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If physical table games are used with human dealers, then social interaction and authenticity are improved, but player anonymity and individualized experience deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a copy of the physical table game experience by using physical gaming objects (dice, cards, chips) within an electronic gaming machine. The transparent container allows players to see and interact with real physical objects, replicating the authenticity of table games while maintaining the anonymity and individualized experience of electronic machines.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary system that bridges physical and electronic gaming elements. The transparent container with physical gaming objects acts as an intermediary between the player and the electronic system, allowing tactile and visual interaction with real objects while the electronic system controls the game logic and outcomes.
2Reliability
If gaming objects are flipped manually by dealers, then game control and randomness are improved, but reliability and consistency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical flipping action with an automated flipping mechanism. The system uses controlled mechanical or electromagnetic forces to flip gaming objects (such as dice) consistently and reliably, eliminating human variability while maintaining the appearance of randomization through transparent container design.
3Reliability
If transparent container is used to show flipping process, then player trust and visibility are improved, but manufacturing complexity and cost deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies transparency selectively to specific portions of the container rather than making the entire structure transparent. This allows players to view the flipping process through designated transparent sections while maintaining structural integrity and simplifying manufacturing for non-transparent portions.
4Measurement precision
If multiple sensors and cameras are added for image recognition, then outcome detection accuracy is improved, but device complexity and cost deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses optical copying and image recognition technology to detect gaming object outcomes. Cameras capture images of the flipped objects (such as dice), and software processes these images to determine results, replacing complex mechanical sensors with more manageable optical detection systems.
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AI summary
An improved system, apparatus and method for flipping gaming objects, such as dice, in a random, reliable manner. An object flipping platform can be contained within a container associated with an electronic gaming machine. The container can be at least partially transparent so that users (e.g., game players) are able to view the objects flipping. The object flipping platform can be used to flip objects (e.g., dice) from one side to an opposite side, and vice versa.