Gaming Machine Dual Translation Front Access Structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Gaming machine cabinets face challenges in providing access to their interior volume for maintenance and repair without compromising the stability or security of the machine, especially when they are installed in close proximity to other machines, as the front surface is often occupied by display devices that cannot be easily moved without risking the machine's balance.
Innovation Solution
A dual translation front access structure that allows the display assembly to be moved between a retracted and extended position, creating a cabinet access distance that enables authorized personnel to access the interior while maintaining the machine's balance and stability, using a translation frame and display assembly translation structure that supports the display assembly and allows for vertical movement without shifting the center of balance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of repair
If the display assembly is moved to provide access to the cabinet interior, then access to the interior volume is improved, but the stability of the gaming machine deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The display assembly is mounted on a translation frame that can move vertically along guide rails, allowing the display to dynamically change position between a forward position (for stability during operation) and a rearward position (for access during maintenance). This dynamic repositioning resolves the contradiction by enabling both stable operation and easy access without permanent compromise to either.
Solution Approach 2:
The display assembly is separated from the main cabinet structure through the translation frame mechanism, allowing independent movement of the display portion. This segmentation enables the display to be moved rearward for maintenance access while the cabinet interior can be accessed simultaneously, maintaining machine stability during operation.
2Ease of repair
If the display assembly is moved from its operating position, then access to the cabinet interior is improved, but the reliability of the display support deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The translation frame acts as an intermediary mechanism between the display assembly and the cabinet structure. It provides a reliable support system with guide rails and mounting brackets that securely hold the display in its operating position while enabling controlled movement for maintenance access, thus maintaining reliability during both operation and maintenance.
Solution Approach 2:
The dynamic translation mechanism provides reliable support during operation through the guide rails and mounting structure, while enabling movement to a maintenance position when needed. The system ensures reliable support in both states through proper mechanical design and positioning mechanisms.
3Ease of repair
If the front access opening is enlarged, then ease of access to the interior volume is improved, but the area available for display devices deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of permanently enlarging the front opening, the system uses a dynamic translation mechanism that allows the display assembly to move rearward, effectively creating access space only when needed for maintenance. This preserves the full display area during operation while providing adequate access during maintenance.
Solution Approach 2:
The display assembly is segmented from the main cabinet structure, allowing it to be moved independently. This enables the front access opening to remain relatively small during operation to preserve display area, while still providing adequate access space when the display is moved rearward for maintenance.
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AI summary
A gaming machine includes a cabinet defining a cabinet volume with a front access opening. A display assembly having one or more display devices is mounted on the gaming machine cabinet through a translation frame and a display assembly translation structure. The translation frame is mounted in the cabinet so as to be moveable relative to the cabinet between a frame home position and a frame raised position. The display assembly translation structure connects the display assembly to the translation frame, and is operable to move between a retracted position in which the display assembly registers with part of the cabinet access opening and an extended position in which the display assembly is separated forwardly from the front access opening by at least a cabinet access distance.