Electro-Mechanical Chip Indicators for Table Game Credit Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Casinos face challenges in visually representing player credit balances and awards in table games, as virtual credit meters lack the appeal and attention-grabbing qualities of physical chips, which many players find essential for an exhilarating gambling experience.
Innovation Solution
Implementing electro-mechanical chip indicators that simulate physical casino chips, using motors to mechanically adjust chip representations based on credit balances and game outcomes, providing a tangible and dynamic display of credits and awards.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If virtual credit meters are used to track player credit balances, then the device complexity is reduced and operation is simplified, but the visual appeal and player engagement deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses physical chip indicators that replicate the appearance and stacking characteristics of traditional casino chips. These indicators are mechanical copies that visually mimic real chips while being controlled electronically, thus maintaining visual appeal without requiring actual physical chip handling.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces the mechanical handling of physical chips with an electro-mechanical indicator system. Motors physically move and stack visual indicators in response to electronic signals, substituting the manual mechanical operation of chips with an automated electro-mechanical system that maintains the visual experience.
2Illumination intensity
If physical chips are used to represent credit balances, then visual appeal and player engagement are improved, but the device complexity and maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electro-mechanical chip indicators are automatically controlled by the gaming system to represent credit balances. The system self-adjusts the indicator positions and stacking configurations based on game outcomes and credit changes, eliminating the need for manual chip handling and reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The electro-mechanical indicator system serves multiple functions: it visually represents credit balances, displays win amounts, indicates denominations, and provides tactile feedback. This multi-functional system replaces multiple separate components (physical chips, credit meters, display systems) with a single integrated solution.
3Illumination intensity
If electro-mechanical chip indicators are implemented, then visual appeal and player engagement are improved, but the device complexity and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electro-mechanical chip indicators operate periodically rather than continuously. Motors are activated only when credit balances change, wins occur, or denomination adjustments are needed. This periodic operation significantly reduces energy consumption compared to continuous operation, while maintaining visual appeal during active gaming states.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The electro-mechanical chip indicators enhance the gambling experience by offering a visually appealing and attention-grabbing representation of credit balances and awards, addressing player preferences and enhancing the excitement of table games.
Implementation Method 1
The one or more chip indicators may comprise one or more electro-mechanical motors coupled to the one or more chip indicators and configured to adjust a position of the one or more chip indicators
Data Source
AI summary
A credit balance and award tracking and display system is disclosed. One or more physical indicators configured to indicate one or more monetary values may be associated with one or more player positions at a table game. As wagers are placed, game play advanced, and outcomes and awards are determined, the physical indicators may be manipulated to reflect one or more credit balances and/or awards associated with the one or more player positions at the table game.